Courses at the 200-level

This is an introduction to the development, societal impacts, and implications of technology. Study includes technological literacy and the use of technological systems to solve social-technical problems.
3 credit hours

Students examine the elements of design necessary for production in a technological society. Emphasis is on design sequence and processes. Techniques for sketching, modeling, prototyping, and CAD are also introduced.
3 credit hours

Energy sources and common energy processing techniques are introduced. Study includes control devices, energy transmission technology, and the operation of energy conservation systems.
3 credit hours

Tools and materials found in technology education laboratories and the production methods used are examined. Study includes fundamental manufacturing and industrial processes, tool and machine safety, and lab management.
3 credit hours

International drafting-language protocol is explored and used to solve design problems in orthographic and pictorial presentation. Study includes basic computer-aided drafting.
3 credit hours