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. (Formerly Technological Systems.)
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 are examined. Study includes fundamental manufacturing and industrial processes, tool and machine safety, and lab management.
3 credit hours

• TECH 202

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