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2011-2012 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Course Descriptions

 

Spanish
  

  • SPAN 301 - Spanish Conversation & Composition I

    Unique Course
    SPAN 202 or equivalent is required. The course is designed to develop knowledge of cultures of the Spanish-speaking world and to improve proficiency in speaking and writing through the study of advanced grammar, classroom discussion, independent research, and composition writing.
    PreRequisite: SPAN-202
    3 semester hours
  

  • SPAN 302 - Spanish Conversation & Composition II

    Unique Course
    SPAN 301 or equivalent is required. The course is designed to develop knowledge of cultures of the Spanish-speaking world and to improve proficiency in speaking and writing through the study of advanced grammar, classroom discussion, independent research, and composition writing.
    PreRequisite: SPAN-301
    3 semester hours
  

  • SPAN 304 - The Structure of Spanish

    Unique Course
    The course offers intensive examination of Spanish grammatical structure. Students develop analytical skill and control for grammatical accuracy in written and spoken expression.
    PreRequisite: SPAN-202
    3 semester hours
  

  • SPAN 331 - Survey of Spanish Literature I

    Unique Course
    A survey of the literary movements of Spanish and representative authors. SPAN 331 covers the beginnings to 1700, SPAN 332 examines the period since 1700 with special focus on the 19th and 20th centuries.
    PreRequisite: SPAN-302
    3 semester hours
  

  • SPAN 332 - Survey of Spanish Literature II

    Unique Course
    SPAN 302 or equivalent is required. A survey of the literary movements of Spanish representative authors. SPAN 331 covers the beginnings to 1700, SPAN 332 examines the period since 1700 with special focus on the 19th and 20th centuries.
    PreRequisite: SPAN-302
    3 semester hours
  

  • SPAN 343 - Survey of Latin American Literature

    Unique Course
    A survey of the literary movements of Latin America and representative authors from the pre-Columbian period to the present day.
    PreRequisite: SPAN-302
    3 semester hours
  

  • SPAN 490 - Seminar

    Common Course Number & Description
    A highly focused, and topical course. The format includes student presentations and discussions of reports based on literature, practices, problems, and research. Seminars may be conducted over electronic media such as internet and are at the upper division or graduate levels. Enrollment is generally limited to fewer than 20 students.
    1 to 3 semester hours
  

  • SPAN 491 - Independent Study

    Common Course Number & Description
    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.
    1 to 6 semester hours
  

  • SPAN 492 - Topics

    Common Course Number & Description
    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.
    1 to 3 semester hours

Special Education
  

  • SPED 100 - Intro to Persons with Exceptionalities

    Common Course Number & Description
    A survey of the various exceptionalities and implications of education; the history and philosophy of special education; and state and federal legislation affecting special education.
    2 to 3 semester hours
  

  • SPED 300 - Students with Exceptionalities

    Common Course Number & Description
    Characteristics and needs of exceptional individuals including review of special education legislation and special methods focusing on elementary level students with special needs.
    2 to 3 semester hours
  

  • SPED 405 - Educating Secondary Students with Disabilities

    Common Course Number & Description
    An introduction to the entire field of education for children with exceptional needs and is required by all middle school and secondary school majors. Students will identify etiology, classification, and educational programming practices for individuals with any identified disabilities. Students will also determine which local, state, and national administrative and legislative provisions support children with these conditions. Computerized IEP forms and other productivity tools will be reviewed.
    2 to 3 semester hours
  

  • SPED 410 - Behavior Management of Exceptional Children

    Common Course Number & Description
    This course covers the development and implementation of positive behavior management including interventions, strategies, and supports as appropriate for individual students with disabilities.
    Registration Restriction: Admitted to Teacher Education
    3 semester hours
  

  • SPED 413 - Serving Students with MR, DD, and Severe Disabilities

    Common Course Number & Description
    This course is the study of instructional strategies, materials and equipment specific to the instruction of students with mental retardation, developmental disabilities, and severe disabilities.
    Registration Restriction: Admitted to Teacher Education
    3 semester hours
  

  • SPED 420 - Curriculum & Instructional Strategies K-12

    Common Course Number & Description
    Curriculum and individual education program development for special class teachers including strategies and materials at the K-12 level.
    Registration Restriction: Admitted to Teacher Education
    3 semester hours
  

  • SPED 431 - Identification and Assessment in Special Education

    Common Course Number & Description
    The course covers the development, selection, administration and interpretation of assessment instruments and strategies used to determine whether students have a disability and require special education or related services and to evaluate their level of performance to develop and monitor progress on individual education programs.
    Registration Restriction: Admitted to Teacher Education
    2 to 3 semester hours
  

  • SPED 432 - Methods and Materials for LD K-12

    Common Course Number & Description
    This course covers the study of instructional strategies, materials, and equipment specific to the instruction of students with learning disabilities. The course includes the selection, adaptation and use of commercial and teacher-made media and materials, as well as adaptations and accommodations of the environment, equipment, and methodologies appropriate for students with learning disabilities.
    Registration Restriction: Admitted to Teacher Education
    2 to 3 semester hours
  

  • SPED 435 - Characteristics and Exceptionalities of Adolescents

    Unique Course
    This course serves as an introduction to the characteristics and exceptionalities of adolescents and is required for all middle and secondary education majors. The student will learn to understand the major influences on adolescent development and behavior including biological, cultural, peer, and family conditions as well as how educational programming practices aid adolescents in the development process. In addition, students will identify retardation and developmental disabilities, speech and hearing disabilities, other health impairments, and giftedness. Finally, students will study local, state, and national administrative and legislative provisions that support adolescents with these conditions.
    PreRequisite: PSYC-101
    3 semester hours
  

  • SPED 460 - Family Systems and Professional Collaboration

    Common Course Number & Description
    This course covers the collaboration and communication skills necessary to work within family systems and the use of resources and services supporting birth through lifespan services, multidisciplinary team functioning, and the placement committee processes.
    2 to 3 semester hours
  

  • SPED 488 - Student Teaching in Special Education

    Common Course Number & Description
    Supervised placement in a special education classroom. Students assume full responsibility for planning, instruction, evaluation, and classroom management during their experience.
    1 to 16 semester hours
  

  • SPED 491 - Independent Study

    Common Course Number & Description
    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.
    1 to 3 semester hours
  

  • SPED 492 - Topics

    Common Course Number & Description
    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.
    1 to 4 semester hours
  

  • SPED 495 - Practicum

    Common Course Number & Description
    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses.
    1 to 2 semester hours

Speech Communication
  

  • SPCM 101 - Fundamentals of Speech

    Common Course Number & Description
    Introduces the study of speech fundamentals and critical thinking through frequent public speaking practice, including setting, purpose, audience, and subject.
    3 semester hours
  

  • SPCM 201 - Interpersonal Communication

    Common Course Number & Description
    Studies modes of interpersonal communication through readings, and experiential discussions of the role of interpersonal communications in common situations within our society.
    3 semester hours
  

  • SPCM 215 - Public Speaking

    Common Course Number & Description
    Sharpens students skills in platform speaking events, covering the preparation for and delivery of competitive speaking formats including oral interpretation, persuasive, expository, impromptu, extemporaneous, and after dinner speaking.
    3 semester hours
  

  • SPCM 222 - Argumentation and Debate

    Common Course Number & Description
    Explores argument as a communication activity, construction sound arguments in a variety of venues and analyzing the contribution of argument to public dialogue on contemporary issues.
    3 semester hours
  

  • SPCM 281 - Speech and Debate Activities

    Common Course Number & Description
    Initiates active participation in competitive public speaking, including debate, oral interpretation, and non-competitive public performances.
    1 to 4 semester hours
  

  • SPCM 290 - Seminar

    Common Course Number & Description
    A highly focused, and topical course. The format includes student presentations and discussions of reports based on literature, practices, problems, and research. Seminars may be conducted over electronic media such as internet and are at the upper division graduate levels. Enrollments in generally limited to fewer than 20 students.
    3 semester hours
  

  • SPCM 291 - Independent Study

    Common Course Number & Description
    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.
    1 to 3 semester hours
  

  • SPCM 292 - Topics

    Common Course Number & Description
    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.
    1 to 4 semester hours
  

  • SPCM 340 - Oral Interpretation of Literature

    Common Course Number & Description
    Examines the theory and practice of the performance of texts, the artistic, aesthetic, and carefully considered sharing of our personal understanding of literary selection, involving analysis, planning, rehearsing, and effective sharing of meaning with an audience.
    3 semester hours
  

  • SPCM 405 - Theories of Communication

    Common Course Number & Description
    Examines communication theories and philosophies, emphasizing clarification through theory of daily communication processes, and relating theory to traditional and developing research methods.
    3 semester hours
  

  • SPCM 410 - Organizational Communication

    Common Course Number & Description
    Explores communication processes in organizational contexts, theories of leadership, decision making and conflict, the application of principles that facilitate communication in organizations, and other selected topics.
    3 semester hours
  

  • SPCM 434 - Small Group Communication

    Common Course Number & Description
    Explores prominent concepts and theories of human small group interaction, cultivating critical assessments of communication strategies in task, social, and therapeutic groups.
    3 semester hours
  

  • SPCM 455 - Visual Culture

    Unique
    Study and criticism of the symbolic, rhetorical, and ethical implications of imagery, as well as the place of imagery in a predominantly visual culture.  Topics will include mediation, art, semiotics, identity, iconicity, virtuality, and commodification of images.
    Cross-listed: WRTG-455

    3 semester hours
  

  • SPCM 466 - Principles of Rhetoric

    Unique Course
    A consideration of the grounds of effective oral and written discourse makes up this course. It examines rhetorical theories throughout history with a view to constructing a practical synthesis applicable to personal life, teaching careers and communication oriented vocations.
    3 semester hours
  

  • SPCM 481 - Speech and Debate Activities

    Common Course Number & Description
    Active participation in competitive public speaking, including debate, oral interpretation, and non-competitive public performances.
    1 to 2 semester hours
  

  • SPCM 485 - Communication & Conflict Resolution

    Common Course Number & Description
    A study of theoretical and practical strategies for individual and group conflict resolution. Specific training in critical analysis, listening, and communication strategies for mediation, negotiation, and other conflict resolution forums are explored. Illustrative simulations based on family, industry, and social conflicts are used to develop a clearer understanding of conflict management.
    3 semester hours
  

  • SPCM 490 - Seminar

    Common Course Number & Description
    A highly focused, and topical course. The format includes student presentations and discussions of reports based on literature, practices, problems, and research. Seminars may be conducted over electronic media such as internet and are at the upper division graduate levels. Enrollments in generally limited to fewer than 20 students.
    1 to 6 semester hours
  

  • SPCM 491 - Independent Study

    Common Course Number & Description
    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.
    1 to 3 semester hours
  

  • SPCM 492 - Topics

    Common Course Number & Description
    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.
    1 to 5 semester hours
  

  • SPCM 494 - Internship

    Common Course Number & Description
    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses.
    1 to 16 semester hours

Technology
  

  • TECH 112 - Technical Drafting I

    Unique Course
    This beginning course in drafting includes sketching, lettering, orthographic projections, and dimensioning of principle views.
    3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 120 - Smart Buildings

    Unique Course
    The course introduces the student to the basic principles of Building Technology Integration (BTI). Formerly known as “Smart Homes,” the course will provide the student with an awareness of cabling, local area networks (LANs), audio/video systems, telecommunications, lighting control, HVAC, and security systems.
    3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 121 - D/C Circuits

    Unique Course
    This beginning course is intended to give the student an introduction to direct current, schematic and pictorial diagrams, component familiarization, wiring and soldering techniques, and the use of the multimeter.
    3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 141 - Manufacturing Technology

    Unique Course
    This course is designed to provide information about the materials and basic processes of manufacturing technology. Topics covered include product design, proto-typing, and mass production techniques.
    3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 181 - Safety Management

    Unique Course
    This course is a study of occupational safety and health for technologists and managers. Topics will include OSHA, NIOSH, record keeping, workplace liability, workers compensation, recognition, analysis, and prevention of workplace accidents.
    3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 184 - Wood Technology Systems

    Unique Course
    This course is designed to allow exploration in furniture design and manufacturing, upholstery, wood turning and wood bending.
    3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 185 - Technology and Our Lives

    Unique Course
    In this course, the student will examine technology as it relates to ethics, history, energy, ecology, population, health care, and development of third world countries. The student will learn about the impacts, both positive and negative, on civilization resulting from the application and/or misuse of technology.
    3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 203 - Industrial Crafts

    Unique Course
    Studies of craft activities in wood, plastic, leather, metals and graphic arts will be covered.
    3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 210 - Computer Aided Drafting I

    Unique Course
    (was TECH 216)

    This course is a study of the fundamentals of creating and storing drawings with the aid of computer aided drafting software.
    3 semester hours

  

  • TECH 212 - CAD Mechanical Drafting I

    Unique Course
    (was Technical Drafting II)

    This computer aided drafting, CAD, course is a continuation of TECH 210 – CAD I.  The course is designed to extend the student’s knowledge of mechanical drafting, and it will introduce the student to 3D drafting while extending the student’s knowledge of orthographics and dimensioning.


    PreRequisite: TECH-112 TECH-210
    3 semester hours

  

  • TECH 214 - Architectural Drafting

    Unique Course
    This is a study of the standard symbols and conventions commonly used in building construction drawings. In this course, students will design plans for a single residential home. An introduction to architectural history is also included in the course.
    3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 215 - Descriptive Geometry

    Unique Course
    A study of the principles and applications of orthographic projection is the core of this course. All work is completed with computer drafting software.
    PreRequisite: TECH-112 TECH-216
    3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 217 - Computer Aided Drafting II

    Unique Course
    In this intermediate level course with emphasis placed on orthographic drawing, editing and system management, three dimensional drawing, programming and customizing menu options will also be introduced.
    PreRequisite: TECH-216
    3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 218 - Civil Drafting

    Unique Course
    The course presents the aspects of computer aided highway design drafting, with primary emphasis on exposing students to the terminology, notations, symbols and special technique of civil drafting. Other topics will include various types of drawings and the use of database software.
    PreRequisite: TECH-216
    3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 220 - Smart Building Design

    Unique Course
    The course is a continuation of TECH 120. An advanced application of design, documentation, and installation of building technology systems will be covered. Includes laboratory activities.
    PreRequisite: TECH-120
    3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 221 - A/C Circuits

    Unique Course
    The course is an introduction to magnetism, alternating current, the fundamental passive devices, and the use of elementary electronic test equipment.
    PreRequisite: TECH-121
    3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 226 - Discrete and Integrated Circuits

    Unique Course
    This course includes a study of diodes, transistors and FETs as discrete components. Operating characteristics and bias techniques used for switching, amplifiers, oscillators and power supplies will be studied. Integration of discrete devices into integrated chips will also be studied. Laboratory assignments will be used to reinforce theory principles.
    PreRequisite: TECH-121
    CoRequisite: TECH-226L
    3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 226L - Discrete and Integrated Circuits Lab

    Unique Course
    Lab to accompany TECH 226.
    CoRequisite: TECH-226
    0 semester hours
  

  • TECH 227 - Digital & Integrated Circuits

    Unique Course
    (This was TECH 447)

    This course is a study of binary circuits. Laboratory experience in gates, times, flip-flops and counters is provided.
    PreRequisite: TECH-121
    3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 229 - Computer Hardware Technologies

    Unique Course
    In this course, the student will examine computer (PC) hardware, including the system board, CPU, bus structure, memory, memory management, I/O devices, floppy drives, hard drives, and power supplies.
    PreRequisite: TECH 121 or TECH 120
    3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 240 - Manufacturing Communications

    Unique
    In this course the student will develop their oral and written communication skills as these apply to the manufacturing industry.  Students will refine computer applications skills as they work on the composition of written managerial communications.  They will create persuasive, informational, and analytical reports, memorandum, presentations and proposals.  The student will learn the importance of communications as an agent in success in the manufacturing industry.
    3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 241 - Management and Leadership

    Unique Course
    Students will learn about interpersonal and intrapersonal dynamics as they affect achievement of corporate goals.  They will examine organizational communication processes, leadership, power, authority, team building, and organizational development.  By examining contemporary case studies and by applying critical thinking, students will explore leadership theories, concepts and behaviors to improve their leadership competence. 
    3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 242 - Machining Processes

    Unique Course
    (was TECH 342)

    Students will learn about the operation and care of mills, lathes, and the drill press.  Calculation of fits and precision measuring with different materials are also explored.
    PreRequisite: TECH-141
    3 semester hours

  

  • TECH 262 - Energy, Power & Transportation

    Unique Course
    (was TECH 362)

    This course provides an understanding of the principles of energy, power, transportation, and applied technology.  Topics, among others, include technological literacy, history, and industrial uses of energy, power, and transportation, including the theory, application, conservation, and control of these resources.  Basic methods of research and experimentation are also included.
    PreRequisite: MATH 101 or higher
    3 semester hours

  

  • TECH 271 - Interior Construction

    Unique Course
    This is the exploration of the processes involved in the finishing of the interior of a building, cabinet construction, door and window hanging and trimming, ceiling, walls, floor covering, plumbing and insulation are included.
    3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 292 - Topics

    Unique Course
    Includes Current Topics, Advanced Topics, and Special Topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is no wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement.
    1 to 3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 315 - Computer Aided Machine Design

    Unique Course
    Study of the design of elements, manufacturing feasibility, cost and inventiveness is pursued. Computers will be programmed and used when repetitive calculations are required. Programs will be written in BASIC.
    PreRequisite: MATH-101 MATH-102 MATH-115 MATH-120 MATH-121 MATH-123 MATH-125 or MATH-281; TECH-112;
    3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 317 - Surveying & Cost Estimating

    Unique Course
    This course will introduce students to the fundamental principles of construction cost estimating, and construction bid preparation.  Additionally the student will learn the fundamental principles of surveying as it may be applied to the construction industry.
    PreRequisite: TECH-112, TECH-214

     
    3 semester hours

  

  • TECH 321 - Construction Wiring

    Unique Course
    (was Residential Wiring)

    This course is intended to familiarize the student with the practical aspects of construction wiring.  Students will cover fundamental electrical theory, standard wiring symbols, standard electrical equipment, typical branch circuits, the service entrance, grounding and safety, and the process of wiring a building.
    PreRequisite: TECH-120 or TECH 121

     
    3 semester hours

  

  • TECH 327 - Robotics

    Unique Course
    This course is an examination of the principles, techniques, and application of robotics and automated systems. The course emphasizes the integration of sensor circuitry and motor control along with programming techniques. Includes laboratory activities.
    PreRequisite: TECH-120 or TECH-121

     
    3 semester hours

  

  • TECH 328 - Electric Motor Control

    Unique Course
    This course provides the student with information about motors and motor controls. The course content includes the theory and operation of the various types of AC and DC motors. Also studied are a number of special motors (synchronous, stepper, permanent magnet, etc.). Furthermore, the course provides information about electromechanical and electronic motor controls. The course concludes with an examination of PLC’s.
    PreRequisite: PreRequisite: TECH-121
    3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 329 - Computer Hardware/Operating Systems

    Unique Course
    The course begins with a review of DOS and then covers other current operating systems. The course will cover historical concepts of operating system, theory of operation installation and troubleshooting techniques.
    3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 330 - Communications Technology

    Unique Course
    The course is designed to provide students with a study in the systems and techniques used to communicate ideas, knowledge, and information. Through design activities, special projects, computer software applications, and the internet, students will learn the usage and benefits of technical graphics, printed graphics, and electronic communications technologies.
    3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 336 - Animation

    Unique Course
    Experienced AutoCAD users will learn to create three dimensional objects and to modify them into virtually any shape. Students will learn to apply surface materials to objects, to animate objects and to create lighting and background scenery.
    PreRequisite: TECH-216
    3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 341 - Lean Concepts

    Unique Course
    In this course the student will examine the concepts generally associated with Lean particularly as Lean relates to manufacturing.  Namely these concepts are the idea of customer focus, continuous incremental improvement, providing exactly what is needed at the right time, reducing variation, eliminating waste, respecting people, and lastly, the business model that emphasizes long term goals.
    3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 342 - Lean Implementation

    Unique Course
    This course is a continuation of TECH 341-Lean Concepts.  It focuses on how to implement and make Lean work in today’s environment.  In addition to a more in-depth study of Lean concepts, advanced topics will include the economics of Lean, culture change, management of personnel and processes in the initial and ongoing phases of Lean.  Hands-on activites will be utilized throughout the semester.  
    PreRequisite: TECH-341
    3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 343 - Manufacturing Materials & Processing

    Unique Course
    Students will make an examination of metal materials. Included are forging, foundry, pattern making, die design and construction, and heat treatment.
    PreRequisite: TECH-141
    3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 346 - Welding

    Unique Course
    This is a study of the equipment, materials and processes used in oxyacetylene, arc, MIG and TIG welding. Welding drawing, weld testing and weld metallurgy are also covered.
    3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 350 - Methods of Teaching Technology

    Unique Course
    This course involves organization and administration of the public school technology education department. Also included are best practices in the teaching of technology-based subjects. This is a capstone course for technology education students, and it is intended for students pursuing careers in industry-based instruction as well as public school instruction. Topics include the history and philosophy of technology education, classroom procedures and management, teaching methodologies, lab design and management, computer software and hardware evaluation, performance assessment, accident prevention, and first aid.
    3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 364 - Small Engines

    Unique Course
    A laboratory oriented study of small engine theory and operation.
    3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 381 - Construction

    Unique Course
    This is a study of contemporary principles and practices used in the construction industry. This course is designed to be a first course for the construction supervisor. Emphasis is placed on residential construction; however, civil and commercial constructions are also covered.
    3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 384 - Blueprint Reading

    Unique Course
    A study of architectural blueprints, structural designs, specifications, building materials and new building techniques constitutes the course.
    PreRequisite: TECH-112
    3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 387 - Building Inspection I


    Introduces the student to the building inspection process.  The focus of the course will be the National Building Code as it relates to structural, electrical, and mechanical building systems.  Commercial, residential, and industrial buildings will be covered.
    PreRequisite: None.
    3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 389 - Project Management

    Unique Course
    This course is an examination of construction project management.  The student will learn about labor, equipment and material utilization, construction pricing and contracting, bidding, and the negotiating process.  Furthermore the student will learn about construction scheduling, labor management, and cost control.
    PreRequisite: TECH 214 CAD Architectural Drafting, TECH 381 Construction Technology, and TECH 384 Blueprint Reading
    3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 414 - Advanced Architectural Design Technology

    Unique Course
    (was Advanced Architectural Drafting)

    This is the study of non-traditional construction methods and materials including: earth dome, solar, straw-bale, and steel structures. Residential and light commercial buildings are included.  Energy efficient design and considerations are explored along with “Green” building practices.  Drawings, and prints will be developed using architectyural computer aided drafting software.
    PreRequisite: TECH-214 TECH-210
    3 semester hours

  

  • TECH 416 - CAD Mechanical Drafting II

    Unique Course
    (was Computer Aided Drafting III)

    This course is designed to enable experienced computer aided drafting users to create solid models for analysis and production. Emphasis then will be placed on system management and three dimensions.
    PreRequisite: TECH-212
    3 semester hours

  

  • TECH 441 - Computer Aided Manufacturing

    Unique Course
    (was TECH 445)

    This is a study of computer numerical control (CNC) in the manufacturing field. Included are CNC programming as well as operation of the equipment.
    PreRequisite: TECH 141
    3 semester hours

  

  • TECH 445 - Machine Integration

    Unique Course
    This is a capstone manufacturing course that connects the practices and procedures of, CNC control, machining processes, and robotics in a single work cell.
    PreRequisite: TECH 141 Manufacturing Technology, TECH 212 CAD Mechanical Drafting I, TECH 241 Machining Processes, TECH 416 CAD Mechanical Draft II, TECH 327 Robotics, and TECH 441 Computer Aided Manufacturing.
    3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 450 - Technology for Elementary Schools

    Unique Course
    This study of manipulative activities may be integrated with traditional elementary school offerings. Students will design, construct and present learning activities.
    3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 478 - Customizing AutoCAD

    Unique Course
    This course is designed to equip experienced Auto CAD users with the ability to increase operating efficiency by altering the existing menu structure and by adding new command options to the software package.
    PreRequisite: TECH-216
    3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 485 - Enterprise Systems

    Unique Course
    This is a capstone experience, including application of all the various technology areas. Products will be taken from the initial concept through design, costs, manufacturing, and production, including quality control and marketing of the product. Business concepts and structure will be followed.
    PreRequisite: TECH-141 TECH-210
    3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 490 - Seminar

    Unique Course
    A highly focused and topical course. The format includes student presentations and discussions of reports based on literature, practices, problems, and research. Seminars may be conducted over electronic media such as the Internet and are at the upper division or graduate levels. Enrollment is generally limited to fewer than twenty (20) students.
    1 to 3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 491 - Independent Study

    Unique Course
    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.
    Note: This course requires permission of the Instructor and/or College Dean.
    1 to 3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 492 - Topics

    Unique Course
    Includes Current Topics, Advanced Topics, and Special Topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is no wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement.
    1 to 3 semester hours
  

  • TECH 494 - Internship

    Unique Course
    Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience, they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with Field Experience courses.
    Note: This course requires permission of the Instructor and/or College Dean.
    1 to 6 semester hours

Theatre
  

  • THEA 100 - Introduction to Theatre

    Common Course Number & Description
    Introductory course designed to enhance the student’s enjoyment and understanding of the theatrical experience. Play readings, films, and demonstrations acquaint the students with the history and techniques of the theatrical art.
    3 semester hours
  

  • THEA 131 - Introduction to Acting

    Common Course Number & Description
    Designed for the non-major interested in exploring acting as a means of improving communication skills and self -expression. Includes specific process for role development, text analysis, and opportunities to practice the craft and art of acting.
    3 semester hours
 

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