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Course Descriptions

Engineering & Technology Education Courses:

ETE 1000: Orientation to Engineering & Technology Education
Introduction to the technology education teaching profession, including programs, facilities, goals, and opportunities.

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ETE 1010: Communication Technology
Introduction to tools, materials, equipment, and processes used to transmit and receive messages. Major emphasis on hardware, software, communications and the digital age.

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ETE 1020: Energy, Power, Transportation Systems Control Technology
Exploration of the concepts and processes relating to the control and automation (both hard and programmable) of technical systems in the areas of energy and power, transportation, and agricultural and related biotechnologies.

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ETE 1030: Material Processing Systems
Introduction to properties of industrial materials (metallic, polymeric, ceramic, and composite), processes used to produce standard stock and finished products, and the use of precision measuring instruments in manufacturing.

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ETE 1040: Construction and Estimating
Overview of construction industry and its practices. Reviews four major parts of construction industry, including: (1) Inputs: materials; (2) Process: design and building of structures; (3) Outputs: sites, buildings, etc.; and (4) Feedback: effects of building systems. Provides prospective technology education teachers with opportunity to study and perform activities related to the field of construction and estimating. At completion of course, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills required to implement a construction technology program.

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AV 1100: The Aviation Profession
Covers attributes of aviation professional, career planning, and certification process.

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AV 1130: Flight Principles
Basic flight theory and physics of flight. Aircraft control systems related to flight. Ground handling and servicing of aircraft. Special lab fee.

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AV 1140: Aircraft Components and Principles
Materials and hardware, as well as nondestructive inspection applicable to aircraft. Plumbing methods, maintenance publications, and aircraft weight and balance control.

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AV 1170: Aircraft Structures
Accepted methods and repair for metal structures. Organic finishes and application techniques with laboratory applications and practical experience.

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ETE 1200: Computer-Aided Drafting and Design
Provides students with ability to accurately produce basic engineering, 2-D, and pictorial drawings using traditional and computer-aided drafting techniques. Introduction to drafting fundamentals and equipment associated with the drafting industry, including drawings, reproductions, and computer-aided techniques.

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AV 1240: Aircraft Maintenance
Maintenance, repair, alteration, and inspection of aircraft. Assembly and rigging of control systems with laboratory application of maintenance assembly and rigging procedures.

Prerequisites: AV 1130, 1140

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ETE 2020: Computer-Integrated Manufacturing Systems
Introduction to principles, operations, and applications of computer-controlled manufacturing systems, including: CNC, CAD/CAM, robotics, programmable logic controllers, bar code readers, etc.

Prerequisites: ETE 1030

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ETE 2030: Wood-Based Manufacturing Enterprise
Focuses on the instructional strategy of establishing a manufacturing enterprise utilizing woodworking equipment and techniques. Topics include management; finance and marketing strategies; and the design of product, tooling, and production systems.

Prerequisites: ETE 1030

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AV 2100: Aircraft Reciprocating Powerplants and Accessories
Theory of operation, maintenance, and repair of reciprocating engines, propellers, exhaust systems, ignition systems, and fuel systems with laboratory applications of principles and components studied.

Prerequisites: AV 2110 (must be taken concurrently)

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AV 2110: Aircraft Reciprocating Powerplants and Accessories Lab
Laboratory application of principles studied in AV 2100

Prerequisites: AV 2100 (must be taken concurrently)

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AV 2140: Aircraft Turbine Powerplants and Maintenance Operations
Theory of turbine powerplants, including turbine engine and components operation, hot section inspection, and servicing. Aircraft engine 100-hour inspections and maintenance, with laboratory applications of principles and components studied.

Prerequisites: AV 2150 (must be taken concurrently).

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AV 2150: Aircraft Turbine Powerplant Maintenance Operations Lab
Theory of turbine powerplants, including turbine engine and components operation, hot section inspection, and servicing. Aircraft engine 100-hour inspections and maintenance, with laboratory applications of principles and components studied.

Prerequisites: AV 2140 (must be taken concurrently)

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AV 2170: Aircraft Systems
Theory and operation of aerospace environmental systems, communication, navigation and guidance systems, fuel and propellant systems, fire detection, and warning.

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AV 2180: Aircraft Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems
Theory and operation of aircraft hydraulic, landing gear, and brake systems.

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AV 2190: Aircraft Systems Lab
Laboratory application of principles and components studied in AV 2170.

Prerequisites: AV 2170 (must be taken concurrently)

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AV 2200: Aircraft Hydraulics and Pneumatics Systems Lab
Laboratory application of principles and components studied in AV 2180

Prerequisites: AV 2180 (must be taken concurrently)

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ETE 2210: Electrical Engineering for Non-majors
Study and application of DC an AC concepts. Includes circuit fundamentals, theorems, laws, analysis, components, equipment, and measuring devices. Laboratory will include circuit design, construction and analysis of AC/DC circuits, and the use of measuring instruments, power supplies, and signal generators. Not available to students majoring in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.

Prerequisites: MATH 1210 and 1220. (F, Sp, Su)

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ETE 2240: Analog Devices and Circuits
Study of different amplifiers; operational amplifiers; regulators; and generator instrumentation amplifier, multiplier, and active filters.

Prerequisites: ETE 2310; ETE 2400 (must be taken concurrently)

AV 2250: Internship
Planned supervised work experience in industry. Must have departmental approval.

ETE 2270: Computer Engineering Drafting (Section 1)
Provides students with ability to accurately produce computer-aided drafting software. Since there are no drafting prerequisites for this course, drafting fundamentals are also introduced.

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ETE 2270: Computer Engineering Drafting (Section 2)
Provides students with ability to accurately produce computer-aided drafting software. Since there are no drafting prerequisites for this course, drafting fundamentals are also introduced.

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ETE 2300: Electronic Fundamentals
A study and application of DC and AC concepts, semiconductors, digital electronics, and microcomputers.

Prerequisites: Math 1050 or equivalent.

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ETE 2310: AC/DC Circuits
Study of AC/DC principles beyond those taught in ETE 2300. Includes network theorems, capacitance, inductance, impedance, reactance, resonance, and transformers.

Prerequisites: ETE 2300

ETE 2320: Electronic Drafting
A study of electronic drafting practices. Students are exposed to various areas of electronic drafting and fabrication.

Prerequisites: ETE 2300

AV 2330: Private Pilot Ground School
Instruction in principles of flight, aircraft and engine operation, weather, navigation, radio aids to navigation, radio communications, and federal air regulations. Preparation for FAA Private Pilot written exam.

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AV 2350: Private Pilot Certification
FAA approved flight training program meeting all requirements for, and in the issuance of, the Private Pilot Airplane License.

Prerequisites: AV 2330

ETE 2360: Digital Circuits
Logic circuits, combinational and repeated circuits, counters, shifts registers, state tables, PLD's, and digital computer simulations.

Prerequisites: ETE 2300 or equivalent

ETE 2370: Computer and Microprocessor Programming
Introduction to microprocessors and computers. Study of machine language programming, assemblies and cross assemblies, emulators, and input and output devices.

Prerequisites: ETE 2300

ETE 2400: Active Devices and Circuits
Study of Diodes; transistor principles, including semiconductor theory, bipolar, and field effect device characteristics; and modern thyristor devices.

Prerequisites: ETE 2310

AV 2420: FAA Regulations, Records, and Certification
Maintenance forms, records, and regulations releasing aircraft to airworthy status. Certification of maintenance technicians is also included.

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AV 2430: Aircraft Electrical Systems and Components
Aircraft electrical power generating systems. Theory of generation, alternators, regulation, and control systems with laboratory application of principles and systems studied.

Prerequisites: ETE 2300

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AV 2440: Aircraft Electrical Systems Laboratory
Laboratory application of principles and systems studied in AV 2430

Prerequisites: ETE 2300; AV 2430 (must be taken concurrently)

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AV 2510: Intermediate Flight
FAA approved flight training program that fulfills the cross country requirements for commercial and instrument ratings.

Prerequisites: AV 2350

AV 2520: Instrument Pilot Ground School
Ground school approved by FAA under Part 141 of the Federal Aviation Regulations. Designed to prepare students to pass the FAA oral and written examinations required for becoming instrument rated pilots.

Prerequisites: AV 2350

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AV 2540: Instrument Pilot Certification I
FAA approved flight training program meeting all the requirements for, and the issuance of, the Instrument Pilot Airplane Rating.

Prerequisites: AV 2350; AV 2520 (may be taken concurrently)

AV 2550: Instrument Pilot Certification II
Continuation of AV 2540.

Prerequisites: AV 2540

AV 2620: Commercial Pilot Ground School
Commercial flight operations including performance, cross country planning, advanced systems operations, complex airplanes, and flight maneuvers.

Prerequisites: AV 2350 and AV 2520

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AV 2660: Commercial Pilot Certification
Flight instruction to meet FAA requirements and completion of tests for certification.

Prerequisites: AV 2540; AV 2620 (may be taken concurrently)

ETE 2660: Principles of Engineering Education
This course will prepare students to teach pre-engineering in the high school environment. Topics include the engineering design process and reliability, engineering systems, statics and dynamics, and materials.

Prerequisites: Math 1060 (Trigonometry) or equivalent, ETE 1200 (Computer Aided Drafting & Design) or equivalent.

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AV 2720: CFI and CFII Ground School
Designed to prepare students to pass the FAA oral and written examinations required for becoming certified flight and instrument instructors. Combines Certified Flight Instructor and Certified Flight Instructor-Instrument into one course.

Prerequisites: AV 2660

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AV 2740: CFI Certification
FAA-approved flight training program meeting all requirements for the issuance of the Certified Flight Instructor Airplane Rating.

Prerequisites: AV 2720 (may be taken concurrently)

ETE 2850: Statics and Strength of Materials
Engineering technology course covering resultants and equilibrium of force systems; moments of inertia; method of work; stress, strain, and deflection due to tension, compression, and torsion; and Mohr's circle for stress and strain.

Prerequisites: Math 1050, 1060

AV 2860: CFII Certification
FAA approved flight training program meeting all the requirements for, and issuance of, the Certified Flight Instructor, Airplane Instrument Rating.

Prerequisites: AV 2720 and AV 2740 (may be taken concurrently)

AV 2880: Multi-Engine Certification
This flight training program is designed to satisfy all requirements necessary to qualify a student for the FAA Multi-engine Airplane Rating practical test.

Prerequisites: AV 2660

AV 3010: National Airspace, Air Traffic Control, and Airport Administration
Study of air traffic control system, airspace usage, and facilities. Airport planning, development, and management and their importance to the achievement of a successful airport operation. Management of publicly owned and operated airports, ranging in size from general aviation to the large air carrier hubs.

Prerequisites: AV 1100 and completion of CIL requirement.

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ETE 3040: Engineering Systems
Prepares students to teach engineering at the secondary level. Includes basic overview of math concepts needed to successfully teach engineering, problem solving, teamwork, design, technical communication, and engineering fundamentals. Through use of open-ended problem solving methodologies, students receive hands-on experience while teaching concepts of statics, dynamics, thermodynamics, electrical circuits, and engineering economics.

ETE 3050: Computer Systems and Networking
Introduction to modern graphic and electronic communication systems. Emphasizes design, development, production, and dessemination of both electronic and graphic messages. Covers major concepts, including desk-top publishing, and audio and video production techniques.

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ETE 3070: K-8 Engineering and Technology Education
Introduction to technology education and to science, technology, and society (STS) curricula for elementary schools, emphasizing teaching, developing, and managing technology-based activities.

AV 3120: Aviation Law
Law as it affects aviation industry. Rights and responsibilities of individual organizations and the aviation community. Regulation and liability pertaining to design, manufacturing, operation, and maintenance of aircraft.

Prerequisites: AV 1100 and completion of CIL requirement.

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AV 3140: Advanced Avionics Systems and Flight Simulation
In-depth study of state-of-the-art aircraft instrumentation systems and advanced flight training utilizing a flight simulator.

Prerequisites: AV 1100, AV 2540 and completion of CIL requirement.

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ETE 3200: Methods of Teaching Engineering and Technology Education I
Classroom laboratory practicum for design, practice, and performance of industrial education demonstrations and lab activities.

Prerequisites: ETE 1000; ETE 3300 (must be taken concurrently)

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ETE 3220: Architecture and Construction Systems
Basics of architectural computer-aided drafting. Includes introduction to principles of construction. Explores residential and commercial systems, emphasizing construction codes.

Prerequisites: ETE 1200, MATH 1010

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ETE 3230: Machine and Production Drafting
Teaches students to accurately produce both design drawings and working drawings. Explores techniques, symbols, and conventions used to represent gears, cams, jigs, and fixtures. Also includes advanced techniques of production drawing, emphasizing Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing.

Prerequisites: ETE 1200, Math 1050, or equivalent

ETE 3240: Technical Illustration
In-depth study of technical illustration. Includes preparation of pictorial drawings with rendering added. Explores industrial and architectural environments. Introduces rendering and animation software, emphasizing three-dimensional modeling.

Prerequisites: ETE 1200

ETE 3270: Advanced Computer-Aided Drafting
Designed to enhance CADD productivity, encourage customization, and introduce students to advanced CADD techniques, including programming and introduction to parametric design.

Prerequisites: ETE 1200

AV 3280: Advanced Turbine Engines
Advanced study of turbo-jet propulsion. Comparative examination of jet, fan, turbo-prop, and turbo-shaft engines.

Prerequisites: AV 1100, AV 2150, and completion of CIL requirement

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ETE 3300: Clinical Experience I
Field-based experiences in secondary schools. Students complete 30 hours of tutoring students and assist teachers with managerial, clerical, and other professional tasks.

Prerequisites: ETE 1000; ETE 3200 (must be taken concurrently)

ETE 3380: Microprocessor/Computer Interfacing
Microcomputer interface applications, including digital system interface, serial and parallel interfacing, and D/A and A/D converters.

Prerequisites: ETE 2240, 2370

ETE 3390: Microcontrollers
Study of microcontrollers and applications. Includes programming and building circuits.

Prerequisites: ETE 3380

ETE 3400: Communication Circuits
Introduction to radio frequency communication circuits. Includes oscillators, modulation, transmitters, receivers, transmission lines, antennas, RF propagation, digital signal processing, GPS, and spread spectrum.

Prerequisites: ETE 2240, 2300, 2400

AV 3410: FCC License
Prepares students to obtain the FCC General Radio Telephone Operator's License. Covers electronic fundamentals through microwave radar and FCC rules and regulations.

Prerequisites: ETE 3400

ETE 3440: Science, Technology, and Modern Society (DSC) (SEC I)
Designed to challenge students from all a0cademic majors to develop an understanding of the dynamic interaction between science, technology, and society. Explores responsibility of humans for directing the utilization of technology as a creative enterprise. Also taught as ASTE 3440.

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ETE 3440: Science, Technology, and Modern Society (SEC II)
Designed to challenge students from all academic majors to develop an understanding of the dynamic interaction between science, technology, and society. Explores responsibility of humans for directing the utilization of technology as a creative enterprise. Also taught as ASTE 3440.

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ETE 3510: Introduction to Networking
Study of hardware and software required to build, install, maintain, and support a local area network. Emphasizes laboratory applications.

Prerequisites: BIS 5400 (may be taken concurrently).

AV 3610: AeroTechnology Design I
Students select and plan a senior project. Requires written proposal, including technical description of the project and management plans.

Prerequisites: AV 1100 and completion of CIL requirement

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ETE 3710: Electronics/Computer Design I
Students select and plan a senior project. Requires written proposal, including technical description of the project and management plans.

Prerequisites: ETE 2320 (may be taken concurrently).

ETE 3740: Facility and Equipment Maintenance
Systems approach to facility, equipment, and tool maintenance, including principles of woodworking, machine construction, adjustment, and sharpening.

ETE 3900: Principles and Objectives of Career and Technical Education
Comprehensive study of philosophy and purposes of industrial education programs and their place in the total program of modern education.

ETE 3930: Evaluation of Career and Technical Education
Factors for evaluation of attitudes, skills, work habits, technical information, and instrument construction.

AV 4200: Composite Manufacturing Processes and Repair
Composite manufacturing processes, composite materials survey, tooling design and fabrication, autoclave processes, vacuum bag techniques, filament winding processes, equipment requirements, materials cutting and storage, and composite materials testing.

Prerequisites: AV 1100 and completion of CIL requirement

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AV 4250: Internship
Planned supervised work experience in industry.

Prerequisites: Departmental approval.

AV 4280: Airline Operations
Study of airline operations and their organizational structure. Examines functions of airline dispatcher, operations specialists, managers, and cockpit flight crew. Discussion of advanced flight planning, aircraft performance and loading considerations, and impact of weather on flight operations and routing priorities.

Prerequisites: AV 1100 and completion of CIL requirement

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AV 4300: Airline Marketing
This course provides the groundwork for an understanding of basic strategic business marketing and will familiarize you with the tools used by airline companies to market their services. This course is intended primarily for upper level aviation students planning to pursue a career in the airline industry.

Prerequisites: AV 1100 and completion of CIL requirement. AV 4280 is highly recommended.

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ETE 4300: Clinical Experience II
Field-based experience, in which students complete 30 hours of teaching-related experiences in the classroom.

Prerequisites: ETE 3200, 3300; ETE 4400 (must be taken concurrently)

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ETE 4310: Corrosion and Corrosion Control (dual listed as ETE 6310)
Analysis of corrosion mechanisms for ferrous metals, nonferrous metals, and nonmetallic materials, as well as the control of corrosion.

Prerequisites: Chem 1110, Math 1060

ETE 4400: Methods of Teaching Engineering and Technology Education II
Techniques of teaching as applied to individual and group instruction. Students apply various methods in presenting lessons.

Prerequisites: ETE 3200, 3300; ETE 4300 (must be taken concurrently)

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ETE 4440: Technology and Society (dual listed as ETE 6440)
Challenges students to develop an understanding of the dynamic interaction between science, technology, and society. Explores the responsibility of humans to direct the utilization of technology as a creative enterprise. Students critically investigate technological innovations, issues, and impacts on society from a global perspective.

AV 4480: Certified Flight Instructor Practicum
Under supervision of ground school instructor, students gain practical experience teaching ground school subjects.

Prerequisites: AV 2740

AV 4490: Human Factors in Aviation Safety
Examines major causative agent in aircraft accidents: the human being. Emphasizes psychological and physiological factors enhancing accident probability. Includes detailed analysis of ergonomics (human engineering) and its influence on safety.

Prerequisites: AV 1100 and completion of CIL requirement

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AV 4610: AeroTechnology Design II
Execution and completion of a team or individual project. Requires design reviews and written reports.

Prerequisites: AV 1100, AV 3610, and completion of CIL requirement

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AV 4620: AeroTechnology Design III
Preparation and presentation of a team or individual project. Writing and speaking skills emphasized through technical reports and presentations.

Prerequisites: AV 1100, AV 4610, and completion of CIL requirement

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AV 4660: Flight Senior Project
Students select, plan, and execute an approved senior project. Writing and speaking skills emphasized through technical reports and presentations.

Prerequisites: AV 1100, AV 5400, and completion of CIL requirement

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ETE 4700: Student Teaching in Postsecondary Schools
Planning, presenting, and evaluating instruction for students in postsecondary industrial and technical programs under the supervision of an experienced teacher.

Prerequisites: Enrollment by permission only.

ETE 4710: Electronics/Computer Design II
Execution and completion of a team or individual project. Requires design reviews and written reports.

Prerequisites: ETE 3710

ETE 4930: Independent Study
Upon application, students may propose and complete work above and beyond regular coursework to support or supplement their major.

ETE 4940: Related Industrial Experience
Provision for enrollment in industry schools conducted on university level. Approved by department upon application for trade competency examination and work experience in industry.

ETE 5040: Manufacturing Enterprise
Focuses on management technology used to establish a manufacturing enterprise, engineer a product and production system, finance the operation, and market the product.

Prerequisites: ETE 1030

ETE 5220: CI Program and Course Development
Review of basic principles and practices of curriculum and course development used in applied technology and technology education. Emphasizes components needed to develop a curriculum guide.

Prerequisites: ETE 3200, 3300

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ETE 5230: Technical Training Innovative Program
Prepares prospective and incumbent teachers to implement and conduct contemporary programs. Includes skill development and the philosophy needed for curriculum innovation.

ETE 5240: Principles of Technology
Introduction to applied technology principles forming the basis for today's society.

AV 5400: Regional Jet Ground School I
Introduction to a typical commercial jet aircraft in use by Regional Airlines. Course includes the following: Aircraft Systems, Standard Operating Procedures, and Flight Planning and Performance. Introduction to Airline Flight Operations in preparation for entry-level pilot positions with a regional airline.

Prerequisites: AV 1100, AV 2550 and completion of CIL requirement

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AV 5410: Regional Jet Ground School II
Continuation of AV 5400

Prerequisites: AV 1100, AV 5400, and completion of CIL requirement

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AV 5420: Advanced Regional Jet Simulation
Flight training introduction to a typical commercial jet aircraft simulator in use by regional airlines. Intended for Professional Pilot aviation students actively pursuing a career in the airline industry.

Prerequisites: AV 1100, 5410, and passing scores on the Computer and Information Literacy (CIL) exams.

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ETE 5500: Student Teaching Seminar
Focuses on observations and problems arising during student teaching. Includes review of teaching plans, procedures, adaptive classroom practices, and evaluation.

Prerequisites: ETE 5630 (must be taken concurrently)

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ETE 5630: Student Teaching in Secondary Schools
Candidates assigned to cooperating teachers in public secondary schools within their major and minor subjects. Students have professional responsibilities with teaching.

Prerequisites: ETE 5500 (must be taken concurrently)

ETE 5800: Seminar-Technology Education
Provides opportunity for students to participate in variety of enriching experiences, such as guest speakers, field trips, demonstrations, and conferences.

ETE 5900: Workshop in Engineering and Technology Education
Special workshops for education or industry. May be repeated providing content varies.

ETE 5910-002: REGIONAL JET Simulator (Flight Training Device)
This course is a Flight Training introduction to a typical commercial jet aircraft simulator (Flight Training Device) in use by regional airlines. This course is intended for Professional Program aviation students actively pursuing a career in the airline industry.

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ETE 5910-003: ST: MEI Certification.
This Training program is designed to satisfy the additional requirements necessary to qualify a Certified Flight Instructor for the FAA practical test for the addition of a Multiengine Airplane rating to the CFI certificate.

Prerequisite: AV 2720, AV 2740, AV 2880.

ETE 5920: Related Technical Training
No description available.

ETE 6090: Program Design
Study of contemporary program design and development in technology and industrial education. Reviews complete curriculum developmental process.

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ETE 6100: Contemporary Issues
Study of present and future foundational professional developments in technology and industrial education. Students identify and investigate contemporary trends and issues affecting and facing technology and industrial education.

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ETE 6150: Evaluation and Assessment
Study of various methods used to measure and evaluate student achievement, including cognitive, affective, and psychomatic. Reviews principles of learning and teaching, and of evaluation of instruction.

ETE 6200: Composite Manufacturing Processes and Repair
Composite manufacturing processes, composite materials survey, tooling design and fabrication, autoclave processes, vacuum bag techniques, filament winding processes, equipment requirements, materials cutting and storage, and composite materials testing.

ETE 6250: Internship
Advanced instruction through supervised work experience in teaching, supervising, or administering educational or industrial program.

ETE 6310: Corrosion and Corrosion Control (dual listed as ETE 4440)
Analysis of corrosion mechanisms for ferrous metals, nonferrous metals, and nonmetallic materials, as well as the control of corrosion.

Prerequisites: Chem 1110 and Math 1060

ETE 6440: Technology and Society (dual listed as ETE 4440)
Study of dynamic interaction between technology and society. Examines human responsibility for directing changes in our future.

ETE 6450: Administration and Organization
Administrative and supervisory techniques for successful operation of technology education and applied technology education programs.

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ETE 6520: Explorations of Industry
Study of contemporary industry, business, and service through a series of site visits. Includes various management and finance methods and techniques.

ETE 6750: Research Methods and Design
Introduction to practical research planning and design. Guides students from proposal selection to completed proposal to final research report.

ETE 6800: Seminar
No description available.

ETE 6900: Readings and Conference
Advanced individualized study on selected topics in technology and industrial education.
Scheduled consultation with faculty member.

ETE 6910: Experimental Laboratory in Technology and Industrial Education
Introduction to elements of a research report through selection and development of experimental study utilizing tools, equipment, materials, and processes for improving programs and teaching techniques.

ETE 6930: Independent Study
Advanced educational experience through individual investigation.

ETE 6960: Master's Project
Development of creative project emphasizing a thoroughly developed plan of action. Includes proposal, project paper, and final presentation.

ETE 6970: Thesis Research
No description available.

ETE 6990: Continuing Graduate Advisement
No description available.

ETE 7010: The Role of Cognition in Engineering and Technology Education
Study of cognitive seience and research relationg to engineering and technology education.

ETE 7020: Design Thinking in Engineering and Technology
Engineering design as applied to technology education.

ETE 7030: Engineer Design and Analysis for Technology Education
Engineering design methodology for technology education teacher educators. Focuses on science principles and predictive mathematics comprising the engineering sciences needed to solve problems in a design framework that is analytical, predictive, and repeatable.

ETE 7040: Dynamic and Network Engineering Processes for Technology Education
Examines dynamic and network processes in engineering though the use of simulation software. Students use these techniques to develop standards-based engineering curricular modules for use in grades 6 through 12.

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ETE 7230: Foundations of Technology
Study of the objectives, legislative foundations, principles, philosophy, impact, and organization of technology and industrial education.

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ETE 7400: Occupational Analysis and Curriculum Development
Students learn techniques for conducting an occupational analysis (both job and task analysis) and for developing performance-based or competency-based curriculum. Explores industrial and educational applications for this style of curriculum development.

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ETE 7460: Finance and Grant Writing
Procedures in financial administration of industrial education monies. Budget preparation, budget operation and control, and school accounting. In-depth review of steps and techniques needed for grant writing.

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ETE 7500: Internationalizing Institutions of Higher Education
Explores the need and methodology of internationalizing higher education institutions, with the purpose of understanding the global society and delivering education worldwide.

ETE 7600: Academic Issues and Politics in Higher Education
Study of higher education in Utah, the social political impacts, and the role of faculty members in higher education institutions.

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ETE 7810: Research Seminar
Identification of research problems, consideration of research strategies and methods, application of research and statistical concepts in departmental focus, and interaction with faculty.

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ETE 7900: Independent Study
Individually directed reading and conference. Departmental approval required before registration.

ETE 7970: Dissertation Research
No description available.

ETE 7990: Continuing Graduate Advisement
No description available.