ITEC Courses
Offered by Department of
Industrial Technology
College of Business and Technology
- ITEC 110 - Introduction to Technology - 1 hour
- Prereq: none
Students will be introduced to career opportunities, and encouraged to explore career
options. Once students are familiar with various degree programs they will develop long
range plans for achieving their career goal(s).
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- ITEC 120 - Engineering Design Graphics - 4 hours
- Prereq: none
The course is designed as a beginning college level introduction to the use of design
graphics and computer modeling for the purpose of solving technical problems.
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- ITEC 122 - Architectural Drafting & Design - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
This course is designed to meet the needs of the Family and Consumer Science major with an
emphasis in Interior Design. Specific methods applicable to the major's degree program and
an introduction to computer aided drafting and design are included.
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- ITEC 130 - Technology Today - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
This course will explore the history and evolution of technology and technological
systems. Hands-on problem solving activities will introduce students to such areas as
robotics, CADD, automation, lasers, CNC machines, telecommunications, electricity, desktop
publishing, audio/video.
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- ITEC 150GS - Telecommunication Literacy - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
A brief examination of some of the areas that comprise telecommunications. These include
telephones, telephone systems, teleconferencing, telemarketing, electronic mail, networks,
data communications and security.
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- ITEC 205 - Architectural Graphics - 3 hours
- Prereq: ITEC 120 or ITEC 122
Computer aided drafting and design is a beginning electronic drafting course designed to
develop a working knowledge of CADD and the hardware required for a CADD system.
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- ITEC 210GS - Society and Technology - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
The course will introduce students to the impact that technology has had on culture, work
roles, religious values, medical advancements, family roles, communication, manufacturing,
education, and the environment. A time line describing the historical development of
technology will be developed in an effort to provide a definition for the term technology.
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- ITEC 211GS - Alternate Energy and Technology - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
The course will discuss such topics as renewable/inexhaustible energy sources,
nonrenewable energy sources, conservation and legislative issues relating to energy,
environmental impacts and wise choices for consumption of energy in everyday life.
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- ITEC 220 - Electricity/Electronics - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
This course will provide an overview of the fundamentals of electricity/electronics. This
is a foundation course for students entering the field of Industrial Technology and will
provide the necessary working knowledge required for automation systems,
telecommunications, residential/commercial wiring, and computer based electronics.
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- ITEC 230 - Statics and Strength of Materials - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
This course is an introductory exposure to the engineering principles relative to static
design and their application to primary construction materials and structures. Through
problem solving and application, students will develop an appreciation for the vital
importance of engineering to the stability and resulting safety of structures.
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- ITEC 240 - Construction Planning and Design - 4 hours
- Prereq: ITEC 205*, ITEC
230*, or permission of instructor
This course will explore the design and construction methods of residential structures. A
single family residence will be developed, drawn and analyzed. The fundamentals of these
construction methods and techniques will be reinforced with various lab activities, e.g.
concrete, framing, and roofing.
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- ITEC 251 - Machine Tool Products and Applications - 4 hours
- Prereq: none
A study of modern manufacturing based on the production of parts and assemblies by means
of various processes and methods.
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- ITEC 271 - Industrial Products & Applications I - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
This course is designed to provide specific product knowledge and applications skills
required of today's industrial sales professional. It includes (1) mechanical power and
motion control, (2) fluid power, (3) material handling equipment, (4) industrial pipe,
valves, fittings, (5) machine tools, and (6) cutting tools.
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- ITEC 272 - Industrial Products & Applications II - 3 hours
- Prereq: ITEC 271
This course is designed to provide specific product knowledge and applications skills
required of today's industrial sales professional. It includes (1) abrasive products and
brushes, (2) chemicals and lubricants, (3) contractor supplies, (4) fasteners and tapes,
(5) hand and power tools, (6) industrial rubber products, (7) electrical and electronic
components and devices, (8) maintenance equipment and supplies, (9) quality control
products, (10) safety products, and (11) welding equipment and supplies.
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- ITEC 283 - Fluid Power - 3 hours
- Prereq: ITEC 140
The course is designed to cover the nature of fluids and gas under pressure, the
transmission of power by fluid and gas, the design of hydraulic and pneumatic systems and
automatic control of these systems.
- ITEC 290 - Training and Instructional Systems - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
Audio, video, charts, graphs, computer based training systems and training software for
industry and education will be developed, implemented and evaluated.
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- ITEC 308 - Industrial Management - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
Designed to present specific functions, resources, techniques and responsibilities
associated with the various phases of industrial management.
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- ITEC 310 - Construction Estimating - 3 hours
- Prereq: ITEC 130, ITEC 240*
Designed to meet the individual needs of students requiring additional specialization in
the construction field of study with emphasis in computer and manual estimating.
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- ITEC 320 - Applied Electronics - 3 hours
Comment: 8Sept99 re#'d from 382
- Prereq: PHYS 206GS* or ITEC 220*
The course will deal specifically with analog circuitry and the various applications for
analog electronics. The use of analog computer interfaces will also be introduced.
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- ITEC 330 - Telecommunications Preceptorship - 4 hours
- Prereq: ITEC 150GS, ITEC 320*
To provide students an insight into the "real world" of the telecommunications
industry. Introduces telecommunications applications and commonly used vendor equipment.
Includes a description of current events and their significance to the industry.
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- ITEC 335 - Telecommunications Basic Concepts - 3 hours
- Prereq: ITEC 150GS, ITEC 220*, ITEC 320*
This course presents a technical overview of the telecommunications basic concepts. The
course will cover the transmission and reception principles necessary for an understanding
of the design of practical telecommunications systems, whether they are meant to carry
voice, data, facsimile, telemetry, video, or any combination of these. Various modulation
methods will be explained, then examined from the aspect of noise and information carrying
capabilities.
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- ITEC 341 - Mechanical and Electrical Systems - 3 hours
- Prereq: ITEC 240*
The course will include the basic construction practices included in all phases of the
industry dealing with the electro and mechanical systems of structures. Specifically
electrical systems, heating systems, cooling systems, and plumbing systems.
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- ITEC 345 - Transmission Systems in Communication - 4 hours
- Prereq: ITEC 335*
To teach students the basic fundamentals of transmission systems. Upon completion of this
course students should be able to choose the most efficient and cost effective
transmission medium for communication circuits and be able to design the link based on the
data to be transmitted and the environment.
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- ITEC 351 - Automated Devices and Systems - 4 hours
- Prereq: ITEC 120, ITEC 251
Manufacturing and management strategies utilizing materials, machine controls, and
automation to create products, systems, and packaging requirements. Skill development in
design, R&D, model analysis, and conversion into finished designs is also emphasized.
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- ITEC 360 - Construction Building Systems - 4 hours
- Prereq: ITEC 341*
This course will provide the student with a working understanding of the elements
associated with all phases of completing a structure. Topics included are subcontracting,
suppliers, carpentry, building codes, decorating, landscaping, and the role of the general
contractor. The experiences will be gained through a classroom/laboratory environment.
Prior completion of ITEC 310 is recommended.
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- ITEC 370 - Construction Scheduling - 3 hours
- Prereq: ITEC 310*
Students will be exposed to the area of construction scheduling and the importance of this
area to the successful completion of a project. This course emphasizes professional
application grounded in accepted theory and techniques.
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- ITEC 383 - Mechanical Power - 3 hours
- Prereq: ITEC 140
The course is specifically designed to provide extensive study and understanding of the
power transmission and motion control industry. In addition, the course is holistically
designed to integrate the extensive technical studies with current manufacturing,
management, sales, and industry news and events.
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- ITEC 390 - Telecommunication Law - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
A review of the various federal, state and local laws, rules and regulations that effect
telecommunication users and providers in the areas of services, tariffs and rates.
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- ITEC 398 - Advanced Architectural Graphics - 3 hours
- Prereq: ITEC 310*
This capstone course will integrate the concepts of solid modeling design, architectural
graphics, estimating, and specifications. An integrated Computer Aided Design software
will be utilized. The student will complete all the required plans, specifications, and
estimates for a residential structure.
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- ITEC 399 - Independent Study - 3 hours
- Prereq: Permission of instructor
Permission of the instructor is required. The course provides independent investigation of
problems in Industrial Technology. Topics to be researched may be tailored to meet the
needs of the student. Individual research, under the direct supervision of a faculty
member of the department, will utilize problem-solving applications.
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- ITEC 408 - Leadership in Business and Technology - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
This course will present information and provide skills needed by managers who will be
required to cope with an ever-increasing rate of change. Creative long range planning
coupled with the ability to lead people will be of utmost importance. Leadership styles
will be studied by review of characteristics of successful leaders past and present.
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- ITEC 415 - Techniques of Research and Design in Industry and
Business - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
The course is designed to conceptualize the process of product design and technical
research and development. Topics covering the role for technology and science will be
discussed and the steps involved in product design and reporting technical research and
development will be presented.
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- ITEC 420 - Individual Problems in Computer-Aided Drafting
Technology - 3 hours
- Prereq: ITEC 205*
Designed to meet the individual needs of the student who desires additional specialization
in the computer aided drafting and design area.
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- ITEC 425/825P - Human Factors in the Workplace - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
This course will introduce the study of human factors in the workplace, human variability,
human/machine interfacing, human factors in designing equipment and work station layout,
design educational plans for individuals from other disciplines who must interface with
these systems, and introduce the federal and state guidelines in this field of study.
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- ITEC 430 - Telecommunications Systems - 3 hours
- Prereq: ITEC 330*, ITEC
335*, ITEC 345*
This course presents a technical overview of telecommunication networks from a system
viewpoint. The course will cover all the concepts necessary for a complete understanding
of the design of practical telecommunication networks, whether they are meant to carry
voice, data, facsimile, telemetry, video, or any combination of these. Both local and long
distance (toll) switching and transmission are covered, including the subject of
signaling.
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- ITEC 435 - Network Data Communication Systems - 3 hours
- Prereq: ITEC 330*; ITEC
430* or CSIS 428*
Comprehensive study of needs and characteristics of communication media. Design and
function of networks, communication hardware, software, systems and protocols. Same as
CSIS 428.
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- ITEC 445 - Construction Control Systems - 3 hours
- Prereq: ITEC 360*, ITEC
370*
Students will be exposed to the area of construction control systems and the importance of
this area to meeting the budget, quality and time objectives of a project. This course
emphasizes strategy development and practical application grounded in accepted theory and
techniques.
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- ITEC 450/850P - Individual Problems in Manufacturing Technology - 3
hours
- Prereq: ITEC 251
Designed to meet the individual needs of the student who desires additional specialization
in the manufacturing area.
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- ITEC 451 - Manufacturing/Distribution Relationships - 3 hours
- Prereq: ITEC 251
The study of the design and development of products and services emphasizing the
quantitative aspects and the interlocking factors affecting human performance and the
utilization of facilities, machines, and materials. A working corporate structure will be
established to research, develop, produce, and market produce.
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- ITEC 452 - Industrial Distribution Branch Operations - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
A study of the basic functions of an industrial distributor, how to manage each area of
branch operations for a single or multi-level branch organization, account planning, and
the management of territories, sales cycles, and sales teams.
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- ITEC 466 - Technology Education in the Elementary/Middle School
Classroom - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
Designed to provide elementary teachers and technology education majors with information,
methods, techniques and skills necessary to integrate technology activities into the
elementary education core curriculum.
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- ITEC 473 - Activities and Instructional Strategies for Teaching
Technology Education - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
The teaching of modular, problem solving activities and instructional strategies to
support technology education at the middle and high school levels will form the basis of
this course. Ideally, undergraduate and graduate students will work in teams to further
enrich this experience.
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- ITEC 475 - Internship - 3-12 hours
- Prereq: ITEC 308 or ITEC 408, GPA of 2.5,
Junior Standing
A work experience program planned for students preparing for employment in business and
industry. The learning situation is organized and supervised cooperatively by the
Department internship coordinator. Work experience must involve management training and
supervisory responsibilities. Students are to contact their program coordinator prior to
registering for this course.
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- ITEC 476 - Approaches to and Delivery Systems for Teaching
Technology Education - 3 hours
- Prereq: VOED 400
The class is designed to provide a variety of integrated experiences that will enhance the
professional development of the student. The major emphasis of the course is upon the
methodological aspects of teaching. This course is designed to help the middle and
secondary Industrial Technology instructor organize, implement, administer and conduct an
Industrial Technology program in the secondary schools.
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- ITEC 482/882P - Digital Electronics - 3 hours
- Prereq: PHYS 206GS* or ITEC 220*
Study of basic digital logic circuitry, computer languages, binary math, Boolean algebra,
industrial control systems and current integrated circuitry technology will be included.
Digital logic training systems of various manufacturers will be available for experimental
work.
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- ITEC 485 - Telecommunications Seminar - 3 hours
- Prereq: ITEC 390, Senior Standing
A review of the telecommunications industry of today. Students will be required to
research various current telecommunications issues and be prepared for discussion.
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- ITEC 490 - Industrial Distribution Seminar - 3 hours
- Prereq: none
A review of industrial distribution today as it relates to management and sales of
industrial products and services.
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- ITEC 498/898P - Seminar in Construction Management - 3 hours
- Prereq: Senior standing
Students will be exposed to the real estate development process and the integral role of
project management in meeting the goals of a successful real estate project. The emphasis
of the course will be on application of project management tools and techniques utilized
from pre-construction to close-out. Timely execution of quality work and effective written
communication will be emphasized.
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- ITEC 499/899P - Independent Study and Research in Industrial
Technology - 1-6 hours
- Prereq: none
Concentrated work in specialized areas of industrial technology.
* This course is the immediate prerequisite. Other preparation is
required prior to this immediate prerequisite.
11 May 2006
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