Department of Instructional Systems and Workforce Development
Department Head: Dr. Trey Martindale
Office: 103-A Industrial Education Building
Website: iswd.msstate.edu
The Department of Instructional Systems and Workforce Development prepares students with marketable technology skills to pursue careers in a variety of professional settings, including K-12 schools, higher education, and an array of industry and business environments. The department offers two undergraduate bachelor’s degrees, Master of Science in Instructional Technology, Educational Specialist, and Doctor of Philosophy degrees.
Students may also complete the Veterans' Certificate Program that consists of 15 semester hours of coursework designed for anyone at any level who would like to serve veterans. Two minors consisting of 18 hours are also offered to students interested in either industrial technology or information technology services.
Information Technology Services Major (ITS) non-teaching
Major Advisor: Wei-Chieh Yu, 102 IED Building
This curriculum is designed to prepare students for the use of computer-based information systems, particularly software applications and hardware, development and implementation of information technology end-user support, information technology project management, and technology training.
By completing the business requirements for the ITS degree, students may be eligible to receive a minor in Business Administration from the College of Business. ITS majors interested in a minor in business administration should contact an academic coordinator in room 106 McCool Hall.
The MSU Bulletin is not the final source of information; department advisement is critically important for course sequence and selection. Students should always get advisement and approval from their MSU advisor for course scheduling.
Industrial Technology Major (INDT) non-teaching
Major Advisors: John Wyatt and Mickey Giordano
Office: 110 IED Building
The industrial education curriculum is designed for students who want to prepare for employment leading to supervisory and management positions in the production, automation, maintenance, or logistics areas of industry. The role of the Industrial Technology graduate is that of a facilitator of ideas from senior management to the production floor. Successful completion of the four-year curriculum would provide an excellent background in science, mathematics, design and human relations. This is coupled with the practical use of both manual and automated machinery and the associated tools, as well as knowledge of industrial manufacturing processes, materials and logistics.
To this extent the curriculum is divided into three concentrations:
- Industrial Automation
- Industrial Distribution
- Manufacturing & Maintenance Management
These concentrations are designed to give students a specialization that they can take into the workforce and build upon throughout their industrial career. Graduates should quickly become proficient in both the supervisory and administrative roles of dealing with personnel, and depending upon the concentration selected, the graduate should become adept in the various aspects of the manufacture, distribution and automation of industrial products and processes. Employment opportunities are excellent for this degree.
The MSU Bulletin is not the final source of information. Departmental advisement is critically important for the course sequence and selection. Students should always get advisement and approval from their MSU advisor for course scheduling.
Upper division courses (3000 level and up) must be taken at a senior college or university. See a faculty advisor for prerequisites and proper course sequence.
NOTE: This curriculum lends itself well to a minor in Business Administration or Marketing.
Information Technology Services Major (ITS) non-teaching
General Education Requirements
| English Composition | ||
| EN 1103 | English Composition I | 3 |
| or EN 1104 | Expanded English Composition I | |
| EN 1113 | English Composition II | 3 |
| or EN 1173 | Accelerated Composition II | |
| Mathematics | ||
| MA 1313 | College Algebra | 3 |
| ST 2113 | Introduction to Statistics | 3 |
| or BQA 2113 | Business Statistical Methods I | |
| Science | ||
| Natural Science w/lab - see General Education courses | 3 | |
| Natural Science w/lab - see General Education courses | 3 | |
| Math/Science Elective | ||
| See General Education courses | 3 | |
| Humanities | 6 | |
| see General Education requirement | ||
| Fine Arts | ||
| See General Education requirement | 3 | |
| Social/Behavioral Science | ||
| See General Education requirement | 6 | |
| College Core | ||
| Oral Communication Requirement | ||
| CO 1003 | Fundamentals of Public Speaking | 3 |
| or CO 1013 | Introduction to Communication | |
| Computer Literacy Requirement | ||
| TECH 1273 | Computer Applications | 3 |
| Writing Requirement | ||
| MGT 3213 | Organizational Communications | 3 |
| or INDT 3813 | Writing for Industry | |
| Major Core | ||
| Business Courses | ||
| ACC 2013 | Principles of Financial Accounting | 3 |
| ACC 2023 | Principles of Managerial Accounting | 3 |
| BL 2413 | The Legal Environment of Business | 3 |
| EC 2113 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 |
| EC 2123 | Principles of Microeconomics | 3 |
| MGT 3113 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| MGT 3513 | Introduction to Human Resource Management | 3 |
| BIS 1523 | Web Development I | 3 |
| BIS 3233 | Management Information Systems | 3 |
| Technology Courses | ||
| TECH 2123 | Database Management | 3 |
| TECH 2133 | Spreadsheet Design and Analysis | 3 |
| TECH 3133 | Administrative Management and Procedures | 3 |
| TECH 4543 | Information Processing | 3 |
| TECH 4563 | Introduction to Data Networks | 3 |
| TECH 4573 | Data Networks II | 3 |
| TECH 4583 | Graphics and Web Design | 3 |
| TECH 3213 | Call Center Management | 3 |
| TECH 3463 | Computer Repair and Maintenance | 3 |
| TECH 3623 | Designing Technology Training | 3 |
| TECH 4203 | Emerging Technologies | 3 |
| TECH 4343 | Information Technology Project Management | 3 |
| TECH 4623 | Delivery and Evaluation of Technology Training | 3 |
| TECH 4683 | Senior Seminar in Information Technology Services | 3 |
| TECH 4743 | Elements of Electronic Desktop Publishing | 3 |
| TECH 4753 | Media for Presentations, Instruction and Gaming | 3 |
| Approved Elective | 3 | |
| Total Hours | 123 | |
Minor in Information Technology Services
The Information Technology Services minor is for students who wish to learn technology, yet are not majoring in ITS. A minor in ITS will aid students in becoming familiar with the general concepts of information technology services and sub-components such as instructional technology, computer repair, and multimedia development and design.
To obtain this minor, a minimum of 18 hours must be taken from the following courses:
| TKB 3133 | 3 | |
| TKB 4283 | 3 | |
| TKB 4543 | 3 | |
| TKB 4563 | 3 | |
| TKB 4583 | 3 | |
| TKT 3463 | 3 | |
| TKT 4343 | 3 | |
| TKT 4743 | 3 | |
| TKT 4753 | 3 | |
| TKT 4813 | Introduction to Instructional Systems | 3 |
Industrial Technology Major (INDT) non-teaching
Major Advisors: Dr. John Wyatt and Mickey Giordano
Office: 110 IED Building
General Education Requirements
| English Composition | ||
| EN 1103 | English Composition I | 3 |
| or EN 1104 | Expanded English Composition I | |
| EN 1113 | English Composition II | 3 |
| or EN 1173 | Accelerated Composition II | |
| Mathematics | ||
| MA 1323 | Trigonometry | 3 |
| MA 1613 | Calculus for Business and Life Sciences I | 3 |
| or MA 1713 | Calculus I | |
| BQA 2113 | Business Statistical Methods I 1 | 3 |
| or MA 2113 | Introduction to Statistics | |
| or ST 2113 | Introduction to Statistics | |
| Science | ||
| CH 1043 | Survey of Chemistry I | 3 |
| CH 1051 | Experimental Chemistry | 1 |
| PH 1013 & PH 1011 | Physical Science Survey I and Physical Science Laboratory I | 4 |
| PH 1023 | Physical Science Survey 2 | 3 |
| Humanities | ||
| See General Education courses | 6 | |
| Fine Arts | ||
| See General Education courses | 3 | |
| Social/Behavioral Science | ||
| See General Education courses 2 | 6 | |
| Major Core | ||
| INDT 1203 | Industrial Drafting & Print Reading | 3 |
| INDT 1814 | Basic Industrial Electricity and Electronics | 4 |
| INDT 2113 | Introduction to PLC Programming | 3 |
| INDT 2123 | Introduction to CNC Programming | 3 |
| INDT 2323 | Welding Technology | 3 |
| INDT 2613 | Industrial Fluid Power | 3 |
| INDT 3044 | Industrial Safety | 4 |
| INDT 3063 | Industrial Human Relations | 3 |
| INDT 3104 | Advanced Industrial Electricity and Electronics | 4 |
| INDT 3223 | Industrial Materials | 3 |
| INDT 3243 | Industrial Metrology | 3 |
| INDT 3343 | 3D Modeling for Manufacture | 3 |
| INDT 3363 | Motion and Time Study | 3 |
| INDT 3373 | Forecasting and Cost Modeling | 3 |
| INDT 3683 | CNC Machining Processes | 3 |
| INDT 3813 | Writing for Industry | 3 |
| INDT 4213 | Survey of Energy Sources and Power Technology | 3 |
| INDT 4224 | Quality Assurance | 4 |
| INDT 4801 | Senior Seminar | 1 |
| Writing Requirement | ||
| fulfilled by TKI 3813 | ||
Footnotes
| 1 | Required for General Business Administration minor |
| 2 |
Choose one of the following concentrations:
Industrial Distribution Concentration (IDIS)
The industrial distribution concentration is designed for students who wish to pursue a career in the transportation of goods both nationally and internationally. This concentration is concerned with a logistical approach to the movement of products. The industrial distribution concentration lends itself to gaining a marketing minor.
| MKT 3013 | Principles of Marketing | 3 |
| MKT 4113 | Personal Selling | 3 |
| MKT 4123 | Advertising | 3 |
| Marketing (MKT) electives - See advisor | 6 | |
| INDT Electives- See advisor | 9 | |
| Total Hours | 124 | |
Industrial Automation Concentration (IAUT)
The industrial automation concentration is designed for students who wish to enter a career in the automation of manufacturing processes. This concentration is concerned with fixed automation, robotics, and the trouble shooting of automated systems and their role in the manufacturing environment. This concentration lends itself to a general business administration minor.
| ACC 2013 | Principles of Financial Accounting | 3 |
| or ACC 2203 | Survey of Accounting | |
| BL 2413 | The Legal Environment of Business | 3 |
| INDT 4103 | Industrial Control Systems | 3 |
| INDT 4203 | Automated Systems | 3 |
| INDT 4233 | Maintenance Management | 3 |
| INDT 4303 | Industrial Robotics | 3 |
| INDT 4403 | Automated Systems II | 3 |
| INDT Electives - See advisor | 3 | |
| Total Hours | 124 | |
Manufacturing & Maintenance Management Concentration (MFMA)
The manufacturing and maintenance management concentration is designed for students who want to enter a career in the manufacturing sector. This concentration is concerned with the management, maintenance, and day-to-day operation and improvement of manufacturing processes. This concentration lends itself to a general business administration minor.
| ACC 2013 | Principles of Financial Accounting | 3 |
| BL 2413 | The Legal Environment of Business | 3 |
| INDT 4103 | Industrial Control Systems | 3 |
| INDT 4233 | Maintenance Management | 3 |
| INDT 4263 | Manufacturing Technology and Processing | 3 |
| INDT 4373 | Lean Six Sigma | 3 |
| INDT 4463 | Manufacturing Technology & Processes II | 3 |
| INDT Electives - See advisor | 3 | |
| Total Hours | 124 | |
Minor in Industrial Technology
A minor in Industrial Technology will help non-industrial technology students who wish to enter the field of manufacturing. Students will become familiar with the basic concepts of industrial practices and the machines and components that make up many manufacturing companies. This is combined with laboratory work to enhance these concepts and to give an understanding of how the many manufacturing systems are integrated. Academic advising is available from the Industrial Technology program in the Industrial Education Building.
A minimum of 21 hours must be taken to obtain the INDT minor. A minimum of 12 hours must be taken at MSU to receive the minor. Note that some choices requires others as prerequisites.
| Required Courses | ||
| INDT 1203 | Industrial Drafting & Print Reading | 3 |
| INDT 2113 | Introduction to PLC Programming | 3 |
| INDT 2123 | Introduction to CNC Programming | 3 |
| INDT 2613 | Industrial Fluid Power | 3 |
| Electives - Select any three: | ||
| Industrial Safety | ||
| Industrial Materials | ||
| Quality Assurance | ||
| Maintenance Management | ||
| Manufacturing Technology and Processing | ||
| Industrial Robotics | ||
Veterans’ Certificate Program
Major Adviser: Dr. Trey Martindale
Office: 103-A Industrial Education Building
The Veterans’ Certificate Program, which is offered at the undergraduate and graduate levels, consists of 15 semester hours of coursework (3 hours prerequisite and 12 hours required core courses). The certificate is designed for anyone at any level who would like to serve veterans. Employees of colleges and universities, corporations, government at all levels, and other professionals who are interested in serving veterans should obtain this certificate.
As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to veterans, the certificate provides the knowledge, skills, and competencies that individuals will need to support veterans as they transition to civilian life.
The curriculum is designed to increase the capabilities of individual within the federal and state governments, educational institutions, and private corporations who work with veterans’ issues. Individuals working in the educational benefits area will find this program of particular value. The attainment of the Veterans’ Certificate could be used as a precursor to position advancement within any government agency, federal or state, that deals with matters relevant to veterans.
| Prerequisite Course: | ||
| TKB 3133 | ||
| Required Program Courses: | ||
| TKT 4403 | ||
| or TKT 6403 | ||
| TKT 4413 | ||
| or TKT 6413 | ||
| TKT 4423 | ||
| or TKT 6423 | ||
| TKT 4433 | ||
| or TKT 6433 | ||
| Total Hours | 15 | |
Business Technology Education Courses
BTE 3003 Practicum in Technology Teacher Education: 3 hours.
Three hour practicum. Field-based observation of secondary technology students and participation in classroom activities
BTE 4213 Methods of Teaching Business Subjects: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. Objectives, materials, and methods of teaching basic business subjects, including economics, and design and methods of teaching online
BTE 4463 Method of Teaching Business Technology: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education for teacher education majors and keyboarding proficiency using the touch method). Three hours lecture. A study of objectives, materials and methods appropriate for teaching business technology courses
BTE 4873 Professional Seminar in Vocational/Technical Education: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: Admission to Teacher Education and senior standing). Three hours lecture. A seminar dealing with legal, professional, administrative, and curriculum issues as they relate to vocational/technical education
BTE 4886 Teaching Internship: 6 hours.
(Prerequisites: Admission to Teacher Education, minimum grade point average of 2.5 overall and in major, completion of all professional education courses with a grade of C or better). Supervised observation and directed teaching in respective fields of endorsement
BTE 4896 Teaching Internship: 6 hours.
(Prerequisites: Admission to Teacher Education, minimum grade point average of 2.5 overall and in major, and completion of all professional education courses with a grade of C or better). Supervised observation and directed teaching in respective fields of endorsement
BTE 6213 Methods of Teaching Business Subjects: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. Objectives, materials, and methods of teaching basic business subjects, including economics, and design and methods of teaching online
BTE 6463 Method of Teaching Business Technology: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Admission to Teacher Education for teacher education majors and keyboarding proficiency using the touch method). Three hours lecture. A study of objectives, materials and methods appropriate for teaching business technology courses
Business Technology Courses
TKB 1012 Keyboarding: 2 hours.
One hour lecture: Two hours laboratory. Keyboard mastery; letter writing; vertical and horizontal centering; manuscript writing; tabulation. No credit allowed if student has earned high-school credit. Students with no high-school credit will be allowed to remove this deficiency during the freshman year
TKB 2990 Special Topics in Business Technology: 1-9 hours.
Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic years)
TKB 4990 Special Topics in Business Technology: 1-9 hours.
Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic years)
TKB 6990 Special Topics in Business Technology: 1-9 hours.
Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic years)
TKB 8990 Special Topics in Business Technology: 1-9 hours.
Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer deveoping subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic years.)
Industrial Technology Courses
INDT 1203 Industrial Drafting & Print Reading: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. The use of drawings to communicate ideas of manufacturing and maintenance in machining, electricity/electronics, welding, and hydraulics/pneumatics
INDT 1814 Basic Industrial Electricity and Electronics: 4 hours.
(Prerequisites: MA 1323). Three hour lecture. Two hours laboratory. Study of fundamental industrial electrical and electronic principles with experimentation and project construction
INDT 2113 Introduction to PLC Programming: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. Study of fundamental methods in the programming of industrial PLC with regard to language and logic
INDT 2123 Introduction to CNC Programming: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: INDT 1203). Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Study of fundamental concepts and techniques in the construction and programming of computer numerical controlled machines
INDT 2323 Welding Technology: 3 hours.
Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. The use of welding and cutting technology in industry including gas, electric, and wire feed welding and plasma arc cutting
INDT 2613 Industrial Fluid Power: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: PH 1023 or higher). Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. A practical study of fluid power concepts, components, and systems as it relates to modern industrial applications and to appropriate scientific principles. Hands-on laboratory activities are included in this study
INDT 3044 Industrial Safety: 4 hours.
Four hours lecture. Principles and procedures relating to appraisal, organization and administration of safety programs in industrial plants including implementation of occupational safety and health legislation
INDT 3063 Industrial Human Relations: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. The application of psychological principles to teacher-pupil relationships, employer-employee relationships, and other human relationships in business and industry
INDT 3104 Advanced Industrial Electricity and Electronics: 4 hours.
(Prerequisite: INDT 1814). Three hour lecture. Two hours laboratory. Continuation of TKI 1814.Study of and experimentation with industrial electronic, transistor, and integrated circuitry
INDT 3223 Industrial Materials: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: CH 1043 or higher). Three hours lecture. An investigation of the mechanical/characteristic properties of industrial materials including wood, polymers and composites. The influence of these properties on manufacturing and product service requirements
INDT 3243 Industrial Metrology: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: INDT 2123 & BQA 2113). Three hours lecture. Study of fundamental and advanced methods employed for measurement in industry
INDT 3343 3D Modeling for Manufacture: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: INDT 1203). Three hours lecture. Basic to intermediate drafting and design techniques using CAD and CAM software, with special emphasis on 3-D modeling and additive manufacturing
INDT 3363 Motion and Time Study: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Junior Standing). Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. A study of the techniques for analysis of production systems, the design of work stations, and the development of time standards
INDT 3373 Forecasting and Cost Modeling: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: BQA 2113 & INDT 3363). Three hours lecture. Use of the higher functions of spreadsheet software to undertake costing of manufacturing process routes and to forecast changes in manufacturing scenarios
INDT 3683 CNC Machining Processes: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: INDT 3343). Two hours lecture, two hours laboratory. The programming and operation of industrial CNC machine tools, their associated tooling and work
INDT 3813 Writing for Industry: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: Junior Standing). Three Hours Lecture. The creation of work instructions, manuals, requests for proposals, presentations, justification for equipment, and professional and personal written communications, using different communication media
INDT 4000 Directed Individual Study in Industrial Technology: 1-6 hours.
Hours and credit to be arranged
INDT 4103 Industrial Control Systems: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: INDT 3104). Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Application of basic and advanced industrial electronic principles to industrial control systems and processes
INDT 4203 Automated Systems: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: INDT 2113, INDT 2613 and Junior standing). Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. An advanced study of automated systems and applications for the Industrial Technologist
INDT 4213 Survey of Energy Sources and Power Technology: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: PH 1023 or higher and Junior Standing). Three hours lecture. Scientific and applied approaches to energy conversion, transmission, utilization, and conservation. Internal-external combustion, nuclear, fluid, hydroelectric, solar, etc. Current energy problems; lab demonstrations; activities
INDT 4224 Quality Assurance: 4 hours.
(Prerequisites: INDT 3373 & Junior Standing). Four hours lecture. Concepts and procedures to design, plan, assure and audit quality and quality systems, with an introduction to Six Sigma and experimental design
INDT 4233 Maintenance Management: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Junior Standing). Three hours lecture. Understanding of the concepts and practices of Total Productive Maintenance Management, to give a proactive production maintenance strategy for the future
INDT 4263 Manufacturing Technology and Processing: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Junior standing). Three hours lecture. Discussion and appreciation of manufacturing processes with regard to material processing
INDT 4303 Industrial Robotics: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: INDT 4103) Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. A study of industrial robotics and applications for production supervisors
INDT 4343 Computer Aided Drafting and Design: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: INDT 1203). Three hours lecture. Basic to advanced drafting and design techniques using CAD and CAM software, with special emphasis placed on 2D design for manufacturing
INDT 4373 Lean Six Sigma: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: INDT 4224). Three hours lecture. Discussion and applications of Six Sigma within the lean manufacturing environment, to increase quality and reduce costs, to make manufacturers more competitive
INDT 4403 Automated Systems II: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: INDT 4203). Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. An advanced study of automated systems and applications for the Industrial Technologist
INDT 4463 Manufacturing Technology & Processes II: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: INDT 4263). Three hours lecture. Discussion and appreciation of manufacturing processes with regard to material processing, including machining and automated and computer-aided manufacturing
INDT 4801 Senior Seminar: 1 hour.
(Prerequisites: Senior and Graduating Semester). One hour seminar. The issues that face the new technologist entering the workforce, and how to overcome them
INDT 6203 Automated Systems: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: INDT 2113, INDT 2613 and Junior standing). Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. An advanced study of automated systems and applications for the Industrial Technologist
INDT 6224 Quality Assurance: 4 hours.
(Prerequisites: INDT 3373 & Junior Standing). Four hours lecture. Concepts and procedures to design, plan, assure and audit quality and quality systems, with an introduction to Six Sigma and experimental design
INDT 6233 Maintenance Management: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Junior Standing). Three hours lecture. Understanding of the concepts and practices of Total Productive Maintenance Management, to give a proactive production maintenance strategy for the future
INDT 6263 Manufacturing Technology and Processing: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: Junior standing). Three hours lecture. Discussion and appreciation of manufacturing processes with regard to material processing
INDT 6303 Industrial Robotics: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: INDT 4103) Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. A study of industrial robotics and applications for production supervisors
Technology Courses
TECH 1273 Computer Applications: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. The course introduces basic computer technology and software applications for educational, business, and personal use
TECH 2123 Database Management: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: TECH 1273 or TKT 1273 or BIS 1012 and keyboarding proficiency). Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. An exploration of database management technology as it applies to business applications in today’s contemporary business environment. Provides hands-on technology experience with database management software
TECH 2133 Spreadsheet Design and Analysis: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: TECH 1273, TKT 1273, or BIS 1012). Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. An exploration of the design and analysis of electronic spreadsheet technology, with hands-on practices
TECH 3133 Administrative Management and Procedures: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: TECH 1273, TKT 1273 or equivalent and Junior class standing). Three hours lecture. Principles and practices of effective administrative management and procedures. Planning/directing workplace activities, systems, and technology; selecting/training employees; developing professional leadership and communication skills
TECH 3213 Call Center Management: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: TECH 1273, TKT 1273 or equivalent and Junior class standing). Three hours lecture. Presents the strategic, financial, and tactical knowledge and skill needed to manage an effective and efficient call center
TECH 3463 Computer Repair and Maintenance: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: TECH 1273, TKT 1273 or BIS 1012 and keyboarding proficiency). Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. An exploration into hardware functions, operating system and software installation, diagnostic and troubleshooting techniques, and safety
TECH 3623 Designing Technology Training: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: TECH 1273 or TKT 1273 or BIS 1013 and keyboarding proficiency, or TECH 2123 or TKB 2123). Three hours lecture. Learning strategies, design, and development of technology training programs for organizations
TECH 4000 Directed Individual Study in Technology: 1-6 hours.
Hours and credit to be arranged
TECH 4143 History and Philosophy of Career and Technology Education: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. History, development, aims, and purposes of career and technical education
TECH 4203 Emerging Technologies: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: TECH 1273 or TKT 1273 or permission of instructor). Three hours lecture. This course identifies and explores emerging technologies in instructional and information technology
TECH 4263 Diversity in Work and Educational Environments: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. Exploring the changing dynamics of the workforce and educational environments in examination of cultural and technological facts and assumptions
TECH 4283 Advanced Office Systems: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: TECH 1273 or TKT 1273 or BIS 1012, TECH 2133 or TKB 2133; keyboarding proficiency or consent of the instructor). Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Advanced project-based applications that integrate realistic business practices and build software application
TECH 4333 Introduction to Computer Science Education: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. This course introduces fundamental principles, concepts, and practices of computer science and explore pedagogies of teaching computer science at K-8 grade levels
TECH 4343 Information Technology Project Management: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: TECH 1273, TKT 1273 or BIS 1012 and keyboarding proficiency). Three hours lecture. Concepts, skills, tools, and techniques involved in information technology project management as it applies in contemporary business environment
TECH 4403 Strategies for Campus Transition and Success for Veterans: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: TECH 3133 or TKB 3133). Three hours lecture. This course will examine issues that veterans may experience as it relates to campus transition, academic success, psycho-social adjustment, and the role of various entities
TECH 4413 Veterans’ Benefits and Certification-Policies and Procedures: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. This course will provide an in-depth examination of all veteran educational benefits, certification policies and procedures, and school certifying officials’ responsibilities
TECH 4423 History of Administration of Veterans’ Benefits: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. This course is a historical survey of legislative and organizational developments of the Veterans’ Benefits Administration (VBA) from 1776 through present day
TECH 4433 The Development of Veterans’ Benefits, Laws and Policies: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. This course will examine the origins and factors that shaped the current Montgomery GI Bill educational assistance program and its implementation
TECH 4443 Design of Instructional Games and Simulations: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: TECH 4753/6753 or TKT 4753/6753, or consent of instructor). Three hours lecture. An exploration of games and simulations: the evaluation, design, and infusion of games and simulations in instructional settings
TECH 4473 Methods of Teaching Online: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. A study of objectives, materials, and methods appropriate for teaching online
TECH 4483 Method of Teaching STEM in the Middle School: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. A study of objectives, materials, and methods appropriate for teaching STEM in the middle school
TECH 4493 Methods of Teaching Career Pathways Experiences: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. Principles of promotion, organization, and operation of Career Pathway Experience classes in career and technical education; instruction in analyzing needs, developing materials, evaluating the program
TECH 4543 Information Processing: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. Principles of promotion, organization, and operation of Career Pathway Experience classes in career and technical education; instruction in analyzing needs, developing materials, evaluating the program
TECH 4553 Advanced Information Processing: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. This course will examine the principles of computer hardware, software, and operating systems, including installations, diagnostics and troubleshooting techniques. It will also provide an overview of the framework of computer network, including network models, protocols, devices and risk issues associated with network management
TECH 4563 Introduction to Data Networks: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: TECH 1273 or TKT 1273 or BIS 1012). Three hours lecture. Strategies in supporting the users of data networking systems and exploration of the associated networking hardware and software those are appropriate for the office environment
TECH 4573 Data Networks II: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. Designed to provide students with advanced level knowledge and skills to identify major tasks in managing server systems, employing basic security and performance tuning techniques, and troubleshooting common system problems
TECH 4583 Graphics and Web Design: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: TECH 1273 or TKT 1273 or BIS 1012 and key boarding proficiency). Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Principles and development of graphics and web design
TECH 4623 Delivery and Evaluation of Technology Training: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: TECH 3623 or TKT 3623). Three hours lecture. Advanced design, live and computer-based strategies, development, delivery, and evaluation of technology training programs for organizations
TECH 4683 Senior Seminar in Information Technology Services: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: TECH 3213 or TKT 3213, TECH 3463 or TKT 3463, TECH 4283 or TKB 4283, TECH 4623 or TKT 4623, and senior-level standing). Three hours seminar. Field experience under supervision of university staff for directed experience and report in end-user support, project management, and training
TECH 4713 Authoring for Instruction: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. An introduction to the application of authoring languages for instructional purposes
TECH 4733 Managing a Multimedia Learning Environment: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. The course examines the process of designing, managing and maintaining a multimedia learning environment
TECH 4743 Elements of Electronic Desktop Publishing: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: TECH 1273 or TKT 1273 or consent of instructor). Three hours lecture. Design applications utilizing electronic desktop publishing technologies
TECH 4753 Media for Presentations, Instruction and Gaming: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: TECH 1273 or TKT 1273 Computer Applications or BIS 1012 or consent of the instructor). Three hours lecture. This course deals with the process of using multimedia for a variety of instructional and related applications
TECH 4763 Digital Tools for 21st Century Teaching and Learning: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: TECH 1273 or TKT 1273 or consent of instructor). Three hours lecture. Methods of using digital tools for effective learning that is aligned with national standards in the 21st century classroom
TECH 4803 Integrating Technology for Meaningful Learning: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: TECH 4743/6743 or TKT 4743/6743 or consent of the instructor). Three hours lecture. This course deals with the process of using multimedia applications to present instruction and information
TECH 4853 Philosophy and Principles of Vocational-Technical Instruction: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. Philosophy, objectives and methods of vocational-technical instruction. Introduction to teaching-learning principles and concepts
TECH 4990 Special Topic in TECH: 1-9 hours.
Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic years)
TECH 6143 History and Philosophy of Career and Technology Education: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. History, development, aims, and purposes of career and technical education
TECH 6263 Diversity in Work and Educational Environments: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. Exploring the changing dynamics of the workforce and educational environments in examination of cultural and technological facts and assumptions
TECH 6283 Advanced Office Systems: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: TECH 1273 or TKT 1273 or BIS 1012, TECH 2133 or TKB 2133; keyboarding proficiency or consent of the instructor). Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Advanced project-based applications that integrate realistic business practices and build software application
TECH 6333 Introduction to Computer Science Education: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. This course introduces fundamental principles, concepts, and practices of computer science and explore pedagogies of teaching computer science at K-8 grade levels
TECH 6403 Strategies for Campus Transition and Success for Veterans: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: TECH 3133 or TKB 3133). Three hours lecture. This course will examine issues that veterans may experience as it relates to campus transition, academic success, psycho-social adjustment, and the role of various entities
TECH 6413 Veterans’ Benefits and Certification-Policies and Procedures: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. This course will provide an in-depth examination of all veteran educational benefits, certification policies and procedures, and school certifying officials’ responsibilities
TECH 6423 History of Administration of Veterans’ Benefits: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. This course is a historical survey of legislative and organizational developments of the Veterans’ Benefits Administration (VBA) from 1776 through present day
TECH 6433 The Development of Veterans’ Benefits, Laws and Policies: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. This course will examine the origins and factors that shaped the current Montgomery GI Bill educational assistance program and its implementation
TECH 6443 Design of Instructional Games and Simulations: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: TECH 4753/6753 or TKT 4753/6753, or consent of instructor). Three hours lecture. An exploration of games and simulations: the evaluation, design, and infusion of games and simulations in instructional settings
TECH 6473 Methods of Teaching Online: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. A study of objectives, materials, and methods appropriate for teaching online
TECH 6483 Method of Teaching STEM in the Middle School: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. A study of objectives, materials, and methods appropriate for teaching STEM in the middle school
TECH 6493 Methods of Teaching Career Pathways Experiences: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. Principles of promotion, organization, and operation of Career Pathway Experience classes in career and technical education; instruction in analyzing needs, developing materials, evaluating the program
TECH 6543 Information Processing: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. Principles of promotion, organization, and operation of Career Pathway Experience classes in career and technical education; instruction in analyzing needs, developing materials, evaluating the program
TECH 6553 Advanced Information Processing: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. This course will examine the principles of computer hardware, software, and operating systems, including installations, diagnostics and troubleshooting techniques. It will also provide an overview of the framework of computer network, including network models, protocols, devices and risk issues associated with network management
TECH 6573 Data Networks II: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. Designed to provide students with advanced level knowledge and skills to identify major tasks in managing server systems, employing basic security and performance tuning techniques, and troubleshooting common system problems
TECH 6583 Graphics and Web Design: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: TECH 1273 or TKT 1273 or BIS 1012 and key boarding proficiency). Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. Principles and development of graphics and web design
TECH 6713 Authoring for Instruction: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. An introduction to the application of authoring languages for instructional purposes
TECH 6733 Managing a Multimedia Learning Environment: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. The course examines the process of designing, managing and maintaining a multimedia learning environment
TECH 6743 Elements of Electronic Desktop Publishing: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: TECH 1273 or TKT 1273 or consent of instructor). Three hours lecture. Design applications utilizing electronic desktop publishing technologies
TECH 6753 Media for Presentations, Instruction and Gaming: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: TECH 1273 or TKT 1273 Computer Applications or BIS 1012 or consent of the instructor). Three hours lecture. This course deals with the process of using multimedia for a variety of instructional and related applications
TECH 6763 Digital Tools for 21st Century Teaching and Learning: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: TECH 1273 or TKT 1273 or consent of instructor). Three hours lecture. Methods of using digital tools for effective learning that is aligned with national standards in the 21st century classroom
TECH 6803 Integrating Technology for Meaningful Learning: 3 hours.
(Prerequisites: TECH 4743/6743 or TKT 4743/6743 or consent of the instructor). Three hours lecture. This course deals with the process of using multimedia applications to present instruction and information
TECH 6853 Philosophy and Principles of Vocational-Technical Instruction: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. Philosophy, objectives and methods of vocational-technical instruction. Introduction to teaching-learning principles and concepts
TECH 6990 Special Topic in TECH: 1-9 hours.
Credit and title to be arranged. This course is to be used on a limited basis to offer developing subject matter areas not covered in existing courses. (Courses limited to two offerings under one title within two academic years)
TECH 7000 Directed Individual Study in Technology: 1-6 hours.
Hours and credits to be arranged
TECH 8213 Content and Methods of Teaching in Career and Technology Education: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. The content of various types of courses in career and technical education; instruction in appropriate techniques and methods
TECH 8233 Analysis of Workforce Education Programs and Survey Research in Workforce Development: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. An examination of workforce development from national and international perspectives and methods and issues in workforce education survey research
TECH 8243 Research Problems in Instructional Systems and Workforce: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. The course explores issues and problems that impact instructional systems and workforce development and assesses the use of research findings for instructional decision making
TECH 8263 Philosophy and Administration of Career and Technology Education: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. The development of competencies needed in the leadership, administration, management, and supervision of local programs in technology, and career and technical education
TECH 8273 Contemporary Issues in Curriculum Planning in ISWD: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. Assessment of the contemporary issues that impact curriculum planning in instructional systems and workforce development
TECH 8443 Theory of Multimedia Learning: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. This course reviews multimedia design principles that are based on empirical research studies and the cognitive theory of multimedia learning to foster effective multimedia instruction
TECH 8523 Project Management in Instructional Design: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. This course explores project management principles and methodologies used to analyze, manage, plan, and implement instructional design projects and program systems
TECH 8533 Evaluation and Assessment in Instructional Systems & Technology: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. Focus on the effective course/program evaluation and assessment methods, theories, and applications in instructional systems and technology
TECH 8543 Multimedia Design I: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. This course focuses on major principles and guidelines for creating instructional graphics and provides hands-on skills in graphic design
TECH 8623 Instructional Design I: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. The analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation of instruction for organizations
TECH 8643 Multimedia Design II: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: TECH 8543 or TKT 8543). Three hours lecture. This course focuses on the concepts, issues, and practices for creating effective instructional videos and provides hands-on skills in digital video production
TECH 8693 Multiple Perspectives on Instructional Systems and Technology: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. This course surveys major theoretical perspectives of instructional design and examines related research and applications in a variety of instructional design settings
TECH 8703 Trends and Issues in Instructional Systems: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. Focuses on the trends, issues, theories, and applications of instructional systems. It introduces the areas of instructional design, multimedia, distance education, and human performance technologies
TECH 8713 Research in Instructional Systems & Workforce Development: 3 hours.
Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. This course deals with the research process as related to Instruction Systems and Workforce Development (ISWD) from idea formulation through data analysis and interpretation
TECH 8723 Instructional Design II: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: TECH 8623 or TKT 8623). Three hours lecture. Advanced application of instructional design for organizations
TECH 8743 Interactive Media: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: TECH 8643 or TKT 8643). Two hours lecture. Two hours laboratory. This course will provide experiences in investigating, designing, developing and integrating a variety of interactive instructional multimedia
TECH 8753 Technology Issues for School Administrators: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. Investigates the trends and issues in instructional systems that impact school administrators
TECH 8773 Teaching and Training with Multimedia: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. The process of developing instructional and training materials including adapting existing materials to fit specific objectives and methods in a multimedia learning environment
TECH 8793 Directed Project and Portfolio Development: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. The course focuses on the development and presentation of a project and a portfolio based on the student’s program area of concentration. Evaluation by jury
TECH 8813 Foundations of Distance Education: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. This course investigates foundation of distance education and trends and issues such as administration, design, development, implementation, instructional challenges, and evaluation in distance education
TECH 8823 Design, Delivery, & Management of Distance Education: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. This course focuses on major theories and practices related to the design, delivery and management of distance education programs
TECH 8843 Foundations of Instructional Systems and Technology: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. An examination of the foundation and philosophical knowledge for instructional systems and design models including evaluation of instructional design processes
TECH 8853 Learning Technologies in Distance Education: 3 hours.
(Prerequisite: TECH 8823 or TKT 8823). Three hours lecture. This course investigates theoretical concepts of online learning. With this understanding, students will then experience creating a practical e-learning module using an e-learning authoring system
TECH 8863 Grant Writing Essentials: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. An introduction to the basic skills, principles, and techniques of successful grant writing
TECH 9000 Dissertation Research/Dissertation in Technology Teacher Education: 1-13 hours.
Hours and credits to be arranged
TECH 9213 Foundations, Trends and Issues in Workforce Development, Technology and Leadership Education: 3 hours.
Three hours lecture. This course examines the foundations of education with a focus on workforce education programs, technology education programs and adult learning theories