Diez, Huang, Johnson, Kenney and
Yearwood (Chair)
The Department of Technology has programs accredited by the National Association of Industrial Technology (NAIT) and National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). Program offerings include four four-year undergraduate Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree programs and a graduate program leading to the Master of Science degree (thesis and non-thesis options). The undergraduate degree programs offered through the College of Business and Public Administration are Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology (BSIT), Industrial Management (NAIT accredited), Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology (BSIT) with Teacher Certification (NCATE accredited), and Bachelor of Science in Occupational Safety and Environmental Health (BSOSEH) and Bachelor of Science in Graphic Design Technology (BSGDT). Minors in manufacturing, electronics, and graphic communication are an integral part of department offerings.
College of Business and Public Administration
B.S. GRAPHIC DESIGN TECHNOLOGY (GDT)
DEGREE PROGRAM
The Graphic Design Technology program is an innovative, multidisciplinary major that integrates courses drawn from various academic departments. The major includes a significant business component—the Entrepreneurial Studies Certificate program—which is unique in comparison to all other graphic design programs in this region and most graphic design programs nationally. The Graphic Design Technology program combines theory and practice, and application and production in a liberal arts context giving students a solid university education. It provides students majoring in Graphic Design Technology with a diverse range of learning experiences and opportunities in a flexible, technology-rich environment.
Throughout this program students learn to plan, analyze, and create solutions to visual communication problems. They consider cognitive, cultural, physical, economic, political, psychological and social factors in planning and executing graphic designs appropriate for a given context. Students use a variety of print, electronic, and photographic media and technologies during the design process. The professional Graphic Design Technology program prepares students for an array of exciting careers in business, government, industry and education.
Required 125 credit hours, and including: |
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I. |
General Education Requirements, see
University GER listing. |
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II. |
The College of Business and Public Administration GPA Graduation Requirement (2.50), see College section. |
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III. |
Graphic Design Technology Major Program Requirement, at least a 2.50 GPA in courses that apply toward the degree and major. |
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A. |
Technology Requirements (41 Credit Hours Required)
| IT
122 |
Computer
Aided Design/Drafting |
(3) |
| IT
202 |
Technical
Drawing |
(3) |
| IT
212 |
Principles
of Graphic Design and Print
Production |
(3) |
| IT
300 |
Technology and Society |
(2) |
| IT
302 |
Web Page Design |
(3) |
| IT
322 |
Fundamentals of Photography |
(3) |
| IT
332 |
3D Design |
(3) |
| IT
422 |
Digital Photography & Imaging |
(3) |
| IT
442 |
Desktop Publishing |
(3) |
| IT
450 |
Senior Capstone |
(3) |
| IT
452 |
Multimedia Production |
(3) |
| IT
497 |
Directed Studies in Technology |
(3) |
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B. |
Entrepreneur Requirements (16 Credit Hours Required)
Completion of courses leads to a certificate in Entrepreneurial Studies
| ENTR 200 |
Concept Generation & Technology Entr |
(3) |
| ENTR 201 |
The Entrepreneur and the Economy |
(3) |
| ENTR 301 |
Accounting and Financial Concepts for Entr |
(3) |
| ENTR 302 |
Marketing and Management Concepts for Entr |
(3) |
| ENTR 385 |
Venture Initiation |
(3) |
| ENTR 387 |
Venture Growth |
(3) |
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C. |
Support Recommendations (29 Credit Hours Recommended)
| IT 397 |
Cooperative Education in Technology |
(3) |
| IT 493 |
Workshop |
(3) |
**Complimentary Courses in Other Disciplines |
(17)
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**Contact the Technology Department for a list of recommended courses. |
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College of Business and Public Administration
B.S. INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY (IT) DEGREE
PROGRAM
Industrial Technology is a field of study designed to prepare technical/management-oriented professionals for employment in business, industry, and government. The curriculum is organized into three integrated technology areas: Electronics and Control, Graphic Communication, and Manufacturing.
Required 125 credit hours, and including: |
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I. |
General Education Requirements, see
University GER listing. |
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II. |
The College of Business and Public
Administration GPA Graduation Requirement
(2.50), see College section. |
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III. |
Industrial Technology Major Program Requirements: At least a 2.50 GPA in courses that apply toward the degree and major, and the following: |
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A. |
Technical
Foundation Requirements (17 Credit
Hours Required)
| IT
110 |
Principles
of Industrial Technology |
(2) |
| IT
122 |
Computer
Aided Design/Drafting |
(3) |
| IT
201 |
Electromechanical
Fundamentals |
(3) |
| IT
202 |
Technical
Drawing |
(3) |
| IT
203 |
Production
Processes: Manufacturing |
(3) |
| IT
212 |
Principles
of Graphic Design and Print
Production |
(3) |
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B. |
Management
Foundation Requirements (21 Credit
Hours Required)
| IT
300 |
Technology
and Society |
(3) |
| IT
330 |
Quality
Assurance |
(3) |
| IT
340 |
Cost
Estimating |
(3) |
| IT
420 |
Facilities
Design |
(3) |
| IT
433 |
Manufacturing
Strategies |
(3) |
| OSEH
440 |
Industrial
Safety |
(3) |
| IT
450 |
Senior
Capstone |
(3) |
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IV. |
Selected Electives for Industrial Technology
Majors |
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(18 Credit Hours) |
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Emphasis may be chosen from the following
Technology Systems areas; however, a
minimum of one course having each of
the third digit 1, 2, and 3 must be included. |
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Electronics and Control Technology
Systems |
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IT
211 |
Electric Circuits and Devices |
(3) |
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IT 301 |
Microelectronic Circuits |
(3) |
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IT 311 |
Microcomputer Hardware |
(3) |
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IT 341 |
Digital Integrated Circuits |
(3) |
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IT 411 |
Integrated Mechanical Fluid Systems |
(3) |
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IT 451 |
Control Systems |
(3) |
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Graphic Communication Technology Systems |
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IT 302 |
Web Page Design |
(3) |
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IT 322 |
Fundamentals of Photography |
(3) |
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IT 332 |
3D Design |
(3) |
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IT 422 |
Digital Photography & Imaging |
(3) |
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IT 442 |
Desktop Publishing |
(3) |
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IT 452 |
Multimedia Production |
(3) |
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Manufacturing Technology Systems |
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IT 204 |
Industrial Materials |
(3) |
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IT 213 |
Production Processes: Construction |
(3) |
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IT 223 |
Applied Synthetics |
(3) |
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IT 373 |
Manufacturing Automation Systems |
(3) |
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IT 403 |
Product Research & Development |
(3) |
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Industrial Technology General Electives |
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IT 397 |
Cooperative Education in Industrial
Technology |
(3) |
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IT 404 |
Materials Testing |
(3) |
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IT 412 |
Design/Drafting |
(3) |
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IT 493 |
Workshop |
(1-6) |
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IT 497 |
Directed Studies in Industrial Technology |
(1-4) |
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V. |
Required Support Courses: Select from the following or higher level (36 hours minimum) |
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ISYS 117 |
Fundamentals of Management Information
Systems |
(1)
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Math 103 |
College Algebra |
(3) |
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Math 105 |
Trigonometry |
(2) |
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Math 146/165 |
Applied Calc/Calc I |
(3-4) |
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Chem 121/121L |
General Chemistry I |
(4) |
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Phys 161/161L |
Introduction to College Physics |
(4) |
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Phys 162/162L |
Introduction to College Physics |
(4) |
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Econ 210 |
Intro to Bus & Econ
Statistics |
(3) |
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Mgmt 300 |
Principles of Management |
(3) |
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Mgmt 301 |
Production Management |
(3) |
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Mgmt 302 |
Human Resources Management |
(3) |
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And
Either |
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Mrkt 305 |
Marketing Foundations |
(3) |
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or |
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Phil 370 |
Ethics in Engineering and Science |
(3) |
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Seniors are encouraged to apply for the Certified Industrial Technologist (CIT), offered by the National Association of Industrial Technology (NAIT). Those in Manufacturing and Electronics & Control Technology are requested to take the Certified Manufacturing Technology (CMfgT) examination, conducted by the Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) or the Certified Quality Technician examination, conducted by American Society of Quality Control (ASQC). |
B.S. INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY (IT)
Technology Teacher Certification
Students preparing for a career in technology teacher education will complete the following coursework with teacher certification preparation through the College of Education and Human Development.
Required 125 credit hours, and including: |
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I. |
General Education Requirements, see
University GER listing. |
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II. |
The College of Business and Public
Administration GPA Graduation Requirement
(2.50), see College section. |
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III. |
Technology Teacher Certification Major
Program Requirements: At least a 2.75
GPA in courses that apply toward the
major, and the following: |
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A. |
Technical
Foundation Requirements (17 Credit
Hours Required)
| IT
110 |
Principles
of Industrial Technology |
(2) |
| IT
122 |
Computer
Aided Design/Drafting |
(3) |
| IT
201 |
Electromechanical
Fundamentals |
(3) |
| IT
202 |
Technical
Drawing |
(3) |
| IT
203 |
Production
Processes: Manufacturing |
(3) |
| IT
212 |
Principles
of Graphic Design and Print
Production |
(3) |
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B. |
Teacher
Certification Foundation Requirements
(21 Credit Hours Required)
| IT
300 |
Technology
and Society |
(3) |
Four courses (12 credits) to be selected from the Technology Education on-line program at Valley City State University. Courses selected in consultation with an adviser and dependent on Certification Track: Elementary, Middle School or Secondary. |
OSEH
440 |
Industrial
Safety |
(3)
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| IT
450 |
Senior
Capstone |
(3) |
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The teacher certification program offers students an opportunity to major in Industrial Technology and to complete the Secondary Education program of the Department of Teaching and Learning (see the Teaching and Learning section) . Successful completion of the requirements of both programs qualifies the student for teacher certification in Technology Education. Successful completion of the BSIT Selected Electives section IV requirements must include the following: |
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IT 211 |
Electric Circuits and Devices |
(3)
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IT 212 |
Principles of Graphic Design and Print
Production |
(3) |
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IT 204 |
Industrial Materials |
(3) |
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IT 213 |
Production Processes: Construction |
(3) |
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IT 223 |
Applied Synthetics |
(3) |
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IT 400 |
Teaching Technology Education |
(3) |
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IV. |
Selected
Electives for Industrial Technology Majors
(3 credit hours) |
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Courses may be chosen from the following
Technology Systems areas; however, a
minimum of one course having each of
the third digit 1, 2, and 3 must be included. |
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Electronics and Control Technology
Systems |
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IT 211 |
Electric Circuits and Devices |
(3) |
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IT 301 |
Microelectronic Circuits |
(3) |
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IT 311 |
Microcomputer Hardware |
(3) |
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IT 341 |
Digital Integrated Circuits |
(3) |
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IT 411 |
Integrated Mechanical Fluids Systems |
(3) |
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IT 451 |
Control Systems |
(3) |
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Graphic Communication Technology Systems |
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IT 302 |
Web Page Design |
(3) |
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IT 322 |
Fundmentals of Photography |
(3) |
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IT 332 |
3D Design |
(3) |
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IT 422 |
Digital Photography & Imaging |
(3) |
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IT 442 |
Desktop Publishing |
(3) |
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IT 452 |
Multimedia Production |
(3) |
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Manufacturing Technology Systems |
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IT 204 |
Industrial Materials |
(3) |
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IT 213 |
Production Processes: Construction |
(3) |
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IT 223 |
Applied Synthetics |
(3) |
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IT 373 |
Manufacturing Automation Systems |
(3) |
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IT 403 |
Product Research & Development |
(3) |
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Industrial Technology General Electives |
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IT 397 |
Cooperative Education in Industrial
Technology |
(3) |
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IT 404 |
Materials Testing |
(3) |
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|
IT 412 |
Design/Drafting |
(3) |
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IT 493 |
Workshop |
(1-6) |
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IT 497 |
Directed Studies in Industrial Technology |
(1-4) |
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V. |
Teacher Certification |
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Students preparing for a career in technology teacher education will complete the following coursework in addition to the BSIT coursework listed in I, II, III, and IV above. |
Secondary Teacher Certification Requirements
29 credits minimum, see Teaching and Learning section. Formal admission to Teacher Education is required and is normally sought while enrolled in T&L 325 and requires a minimum of 2.75 GPA. To be accepted for student teaching, a student must have a 2.75 in the major field of study and a 2.75 GPA in all coursework attempted prior to applying for student teaching. Industrial Technology majors seeking teacher certification must have an adviser from the Department of Industrial Technology and the Department of Teaching and Learning.
Secondary Education
Certification Preparation Sequence |
Pre-admission: |
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T&L 325 |
Exploring Teaching in Secondary Schools |
(3) |
| Admission to Teacher Education is required
for enrollment in all of the following
courses: |
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T&L 345 |
Curriculum Development and Instruction |
(3) |
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T&L 390 |
Special Topics |
(1-3) |
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T&L 350 |
Development & Education
of the Adolescent |
(3) |
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T&L 386* |
Field Experience, elective |
(1) |
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T&L 400 |
Methods and Materials (IT 400) |
(3) |
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T&L 433 |
Multicultural Education |
(3) |
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T&L 460 |
Microteaching |
(2) |
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T&L 486 |
Field Experience |
(1) |
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T&L 495* |
Independent Study/Secondary Education |
(1-2) |
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T&L 487** |
Student Teaching |
(16) |
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T&L 488*** |
Senior Seminar |
(1) |
*
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Optional |
**
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To be accepted for student teaching, applicants must have a 2.75 GPA in their major and a 2.75 GPA overall in all coursework completed up to the time of application. Majors that require varied professional experiences complete 10 credits of student teaching. Students may enroll in several student teaching experiences to total 16 credits. |
***
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Students
enrolled in a discipline-specific
Senior Seminar need not enroll
in T&L 488. |
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MINORS IN INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY:
Electronics and Control Technology,
Graphic Communication Technology, Manufacturing
Technology
Twenty-three (23) credits to be selected
as follows: |
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Eight (8) credits from the Required
Core: |
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IT Core for Each Minor in Industrial
Technology |
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IT
110: Principles of Industrial Technology |
2 |
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IT 122: Computer Aided Design/Drafting |
3 |
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IT 300: Technology and Society |
3 |
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15 credits to be selected from one
of the following Technology Systems Areas: |
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Electronics
and Control Technology: 15 credits to
be selected
from course
work ending in 1, i.e., 201, 211, etc. |
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Graphic
Communication Technology: 15 credits
to be selected
from course work
ending in 2, i.e., 212, 302, etc. |
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Manufacturing
Technology: 15 credits to be selected
from course
work ending
in 3, 4, or 0, i.e., 203, 204, 340, etc. |
Courses
110. Principles of Industrial Technology. 2 credits. The study of the philosophy and objectives of Industrial Technology with emphasis on the theories, principles, and objectives of technological systems in business, industry, and educational institutions. F
122. Computer Aided Design/Drafting. 3 credits. This course introduces the student to computer aided design/drafting with AutoCAD. It is a combination of lecture, hands on exercises and drawing problems used in industry and business. F
201. Electromechanical Fundamentals. 3 credits. Prerequisites: Math 103; Co-requisite: Phys 101. The study of fundamental mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical apparatus used in power systems. F
202. Technical Drawing. 3 credits. Prerequisite: IT 122. The study of technical drawing techniques to include various projections, pictorials, dimensioning, developments and tolerancing used in business and industry. Students will apply computer aided drafting (AutoCAD) in completing technical drawings. S
203. Production Processes: Manufacturing. 3 credits. Prerequisite: IT 110. Fundamental concepts of processing industrial materials, especially those utilized in manufacturing products, with emphasis on tools and techniques. S
204. Industrial Materials. 3 credits. The study of the characteristics, structure, properties and physical nature of organic and inorganic materials for industrial conversion processing; to include wood, metallics, ceramics, polymers, and ceramics laboratory activities. F
211. Electric Circuits and Devices. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IT 201 and Math 103 and 105. Concepts, principles, and operational characteristics of electric components and circuits. Hands-on operation and experiments of electric devices and equipment. S
212. Principles of Graphic Design and Print Production. 3 credits. Basic concepts, processes, and techniques involved in design image generation and image reproduction for the graphic arts. F
213. Production Processes: Construction. 3 credits. Prerequisite: IT 110 or 204 or consent of instructor. A study of material processing methods and techniques utilizing tools and machines leading to the production of constructed assemblies. F/2
223. Applied Synthetics. 3 credits. Prerequisite: Chem 115/115L or 121/121L. A study of synthetic/polymer materials emphasizing identification of characteristics and properties; and their application as related to industrial products. S
300. Technology and Society. 3 credits. A lecture-recitation course emphasizing the various impacts of technology on the individual, society, environment and basic institutions. Technological matrix of various cultures. F, S
301. Microelectronic Circuits. 3 credits. Study of electronic components and circuits (discrete and integrated) and their functional and operational characteristics. F
302. Web Page Design. 3 credits. Prerequisite: IT 212. Introduction to electronic publishing on the Internet through design, layout and production of web pages. Emphasis on production of graphics, interface design, and navigability. F
311. Microcomputer Hardware. 3 credits. Prerequisite: IT 201or consent of instructor. An introductory course to microcomputer hardware maintenance that presents the full scope and understanding of how computers should function and be managed. This course includes in-depth understanding of microcomputer components, troubleshooting, diagnostic procedures, and upgrading. Course concludes with descriptions of third party systems and how emerging trends in microcomputer configuration impact the maintenance function. F
322. Fundamentals of Photography. 3 credits. Introduction to the concepts, processes, technologies, and application of film and digital photography. The course consists of lecture, discussion and laboratory activities. F, SS
330. Quality Assurance. 3 credits. Prerequisite: Econ 210 or consent of instructor. Theoretical and laboratory study of industrial quality control methods, instrument and systems measurement techniques, and data handling procedures. F
332. 3D Design. 3 credits. Through a combination of lecture, hands-on exercises, and drawing assignments, this course introduces the student to the 3D features of AutoCAD. Topics covered include: 3D coordinates and layout, surface meshes, regions, and solid modeling. The creation of presentation graphics using bitmap files, shading, and rendering is also discussed. S
340. Cost Estimating. 3 credits. Prerequisites: Econ 210, Math 146, or equivalent or instructor consent. Principles and techniques necessary for the economic analysis and evaluation of industrial design projects. S
341. Digital Integrated Circuits. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IT 211 or consent of instructor. The study of basic concepts of digital circuits and devices; operational characteristics of digital integrated circuits. S
373. Manufacturing Automation Systems. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IT 201, 203 and 122 or equivalent. The study of the fundamentals of automation as it relates to automated production environments. Students will examine the forms of computer-based automation systems used in the various areas of a manufacturing system and how systems can be integrated through data communication networks. Topics include NC and CNC programming and systems, computer assisted parts programming, industrial robot configurations, industrial automation applications, and integration of control systems and manufacturing technology. F
397. Cooperative Education. 1-6 credits. Prerequisites: Junior standing; 2.5 overall GPA, and faculty approval. A practical work experience with approved industrial enterprise, arranged by the student, faculty and employer. Repeatable to 6 credits. S/U grading. F, S, SS
400. Teaching Technology Education. 3 credits. Prerequisite: Junior standing and consent of instructor. An analysis of various methods employed in instructional techniques for industry and education. Development of methods and strategies of instruction use and ordering of instructional materials, based on behavioral objectives and classroom application of instructional techniques; lab activities. F/2
403. Product Research and Development. 3 credits. Prerequisite: IT 203 or consent of instructor. The study of product development and production planning for manufacture through the application of research methodologies, design processes, and prototype development. F
404. Materials Testing. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IT 201, 202, 203, 212, Chem 121 and 121L or equivalent. Methods by which properties (i.e., physical, mechanical, thermal, electrical, optical, and chemical) of industrial materials are tested for determination of applications. F/2
411. Integrated Mechanical Fluid Systems. 3 credits. Prerequisite: IT 201. This course focuses on modern mechanical fluid power systems including laws of mechanics, components, circuits, and instrumentation. Laboratory activities will emphasize the control and utilization of fluid systems through mathematical problem solution, fluid system design, and simulation software. S/2
412. Design/Drafting. 3 credits. Prerequisite: IT 122 or consent of the instructor. The application of design and drafting techniques for the design of tools, machines and products. F/2
420. Facilities Design. 3 credits. Prerequisite: IT 122. Principles and applications of designing industrial/business facilities with emphasis on site location, environmental consideration, qualitative and quantitative modeling. Computer application in facility planning and quantitative analysis; lab activities. S
422. Digital Photography and Imaging. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IT 322 or consent of instructor. This advanced course in photography focuses on the concepts, processes, technologies and applications of digital photography and imaging. It includes the utilization of cameras, digitizing technologies, and computer software designed specifically for creating, processing and editing images. Topics include this technology’s history, ethics, legal and regulatory issues, creative and scientific processes, and applications. S
433. Manufacturing Strategies. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IT 203 and 122 or equivalent. Theoretical and laboratory study of strategies utilized by business and industry to develop and maintain a competitive edge. Topics include lean manufacturing, Kanban, five S’s, Kaizan, push and pull modeling, fishbone-4Ms, line balancing, and PoKayoke. S
442. Desktop Publishing. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IT 212 or consent of instructor. An advanced graphic design course that provides a broad understanding of computer-assisted publishing. Emphases are on design and print production, materials, processes, analyses, and technologies of desktop publishing. S
450. Senior Capstone. 3 credits. Prerequisite: Senior standing and consent of instructor. The capstone course is designed to integrate coursework covered throughout the student’s program in order to demonstrate knowledge and understanding related to the theories, processes, methods and techniques in their area of emphasis. Students will work individually and collaboratively to demonstrate their overall competency in program objectives and their potential as professionals. S
451. Control Systems. 3 credits. Prerequisite: IT 211. A study of computer integrated systems and their designs as utilized by industry to facilitate the manufacturing and production processes. Subject matter to be covered includes, but is not limited to, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), microcontrollers and robots. Students will also utilize commercial computer-aided design tools, i.e., Multism and Ultiboard to design, test, and manufacture their own circuit boards where necessary. S/2
452. Multimedia Production. 3 credits. Prerequisites: IT 302 or consent of instructor. This advanced graphics course is designed to explore multimedia production technologies, concepts, processes, methods, and techniques. The course provides hands-on experience applying multimedia technology to integrate graphics, text, sound and video into meaningful productions. S
493. Workshop. 1-6 credits. A workshop course on a specific topic, primarily for, but not confined to, Continuing Education. F, S, SS
497. Directed Studies in Industrial Technology. 1-8 credits. Prerequisites: Junior standing and instructor consent. Studies in topics pertinent to the students’ needs in selected topics including (a) Teaching Technology, (b) Electronics and Control Technology, (c) Graphic Communication Technology, (d) Manufacturing Technology, and (e) Materials Science. F, S
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