Industrial Technology Education (ITE) Courses

Professional

Educ 347 3 hrs. cr.
Industrial Technology Methods
This is a required education course, which is an introduction to the instructional planning, materials, philosophy, rationale, and methods of teaching Industrial Technology.  It is a part of the professional semester.

Communications

CADD 110  3 hrs. cr.
Engineering Graphics I
Preparation of drawings by using state-of-the-art CADD.  Spreadsheet, word-processing are incorporated along with geometric construction, lettering, orthographic projection, dimensioning, sections, pictorial drawing, graphs, and diagrams. One hour lecture, four hours lab per week.  Corequisite: Math 30.

CADD 220  3 hrs. cr.
Architectural Drafting
Principles of architectural design, preparing sets of working drawings, building details, and use of modern construction materials for residential building. Manual and computer aided design techniques used throughout the course. One hour lecture, four hours lab per week. Prerequisite: CADD 110, Math 135.

CADD 271   3 hrs. cr. 
Graphic Engineering Technology
Basic applications of data transfer and manipulations within industrial environments.  Topics could include: basic Internet applications, Web page design, introduction to data formatting for the Internet, and other topics as the technology changes.  Course required for the Industrial Technology Education degree.  One hour lecture, 4 hours of lab. 

Energy & Power

IET 305   3 hrs. cr.
Basic Electricity and Electronics
This course provides an introduction into the principals of electricity/electronics with an emphasis on applications, problem solving, and laboratory experiments. Topics covered will include AC and DC circuits, Series and Parallel circuits, Electrical components, Magnetism, Power and Instruments and Measurements. Two hours lecture and two hours lab per week. Prerequisite: Math 130.

IET 381   3 hrs. cr.
Introduction to Power and Energy
This is a required technology education course which is an introduction to the methods used in industry for the use of creating force / power and the generation of this energy / power. Emphasis is placed on the investigation and conceptual understanding of methods of power generation as well as the distribution and use of the energy developed. Two hours lecture and two hours lab per week.

IET 383   3 hrs. cr.
Power Generation including Pneumatics and Hydraulics
The course is an overview of automatic control of modern and or CNC applications manufacturing equipment using Hydraulics and Pneumatics. Two hours lecture and two hours lab per week. Prerequisites: Math 130.

Materials & Process

IET 100   3 hrs. cr.
Introduction to Machine Tool Processes
The theory and safe operation of machine tools. Fundamental practices include: safety, basic mathematics, blue print reading, bench work, precision measurement, metal sawing, drills and drilling, pedestal bench grinding, engine lathes, mills. One hour lecture, four hours lab.

IET 240   3 hrs. cr
Engineering Materials
Introduction to materials currently used in today's modern manufacturing settings with emphasis on metals, plastics, ceramics and composites. Laboratory activities involve both manual and computer assisted testing. Two hours lecture and two hours lab per week.

IET 391   3 hrs. cr.
Wood Working and Plastics for Shop
This is a required industrial technology education course which is an introduction to the methods used in industry in the processing and production of wood and plastic products.  The student will develop an appreciation for and knowledge of materials, products, tools, and process.  Emphasis is placed on the proper and safe use of wood and plastic machines, tools, and chemicals as well as pride in workmanship.  Students will be given an opportunity to design and build wood and plastic products throughout the course.  Two hours lecture and two hours lab per week.

Organization and Administration

IET 310   3 hrs. cr.
Computer Production/Planning Control
The course is designed to provide the theory and application of production and inventory management philosophies and techniques. The topics covered in this course will be discussed in light of the framework suggested in the APICS curriculum guides so that this can serve as a foundation for students preparing for certification exams. Applications will be illustrated through the use of computers. Two hours lecture and two hours lab per week. Prerequisites: Math 130.

IET 350   3 hrs. cr.
Industrial Supervision  (Writing Intensive)
The course is a study of the role of the supervisor. The focus is on key skills needed for effective supervision—e.g., goal-setting, delegating, budgeting, interviewing, negotiating, counseling, coaching, conducting group meetings, and handling grievances. Prerequisites:  Junior standing, six hours English Comp or permission of instructor.

Additional related

IET 393  3 hrs. cr.
Wood and Plastic Science
This is a required industrial technology education course, which is an introduction to the science of wood and plastic and the processing and production of wood or plastic components as well as basic cabinet construction.  The student will develop an appreciation for and knowledge of materials, products, tools, and process as required in shop and industrial applications.  Emphasis is placed on the proper and safe use of wood and plastic machines, tools, and chemicals in the processing or production of wood and plastic components.  Students will be given an opportunity to investigate their knowledge of design and building of wood and plastic products throughout the course.  Prerequisites of technical math or equivalent and IET 391. Two hours lecture and two hours lab per week.