May 14, 2024  
Undergraduate Catalog 2017-2018 
    
Undergraduate Catalog 2017-2018 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


NOTE: Management, Marketing, Finance, and Economics courses that qualify as Business Electives are marked (E). Additional electives include approved Accounting and Business Education classes. For Management majors, selected leadership classes (Leadership Management I, Leadership Management II, Leadership Seminar I, and Leadership Seminar II) offered in Military Sciences can qualify as business elective courses.

NOTE:

F = Offered in Fall Semester;
SP = Offered in Spring Semester; and
S = Offered in Summer

 

Human Sciences

  
  • HUSC 3370 - Food Law and Regulation

    Credits: 3
    A general overview of the laws, regulations, history and policies that govern food regulation in the United States. Examination and discussion of federal and state laws and regulations applying to the processing, handling, distribution and serving of food products.

    Lecture: Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • HUSC 3420 - Experimental Food Science

    Credits: 4
    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: HUSC 1412 , and HUSC 2321 ; CHEM 1310  / CHEM 1110   or CHEM 1330  / CHEM 1130  and CHEM 1340  / CHEM 1140  ; and MATH 2370 .
    A study of the composition, chemistry, physical and qualitative properties of basic food materials and food systems; a treatment of the physicochemical basis of food preparation; analysis of current research studies on food materials and processes; application of the scientific approach to the study of food principles.

    Lecture: Lecture: 2 hours per week. Laboratory: Laboratory: 4 hours per week.
  
  • HUSC 4202 - Senior Seminar

    Credits: 2
    Prerequisites: Prerequisite: Senior students with 90 credits or approval from the department chair.
    The Senior Seminar is a capstone course required of all Agriculture, Fisheries and Human Sciences majors. The Course explores the application of principles in the work place and student transition to careers and/or graduate school. Includes relevant readings, class discussions and an interdisciplinary group research project and professional presentation. Submission of the SAFHS Student Portfolio is a requirement of the course.

    Lecture: Lecture: 2 hours per week.
  
  • HUSC 4240 - Food Politics


    An exploration of food choices as expressions of personal values, including aesthetics, taste, cultural acceptability, religion, and morality. Current trends influencing consumer food choices are reviewed as well.

    Lecture: Lecture 2 hours per week.
  
  • HUSC 4301 - Methods of Teaching Human Sciences

    Credits: 3
    Selection and organization of instructional techniques, materials and media for use in teaching human sciences. Special attention given to problem solving, approaches to teaching human sciences, lesson and unit planning. Observation of teaching at the secondary level is required.

    Lecture: Lecture: 3 hours per week.
  
  • HUSC 4312 - Food and Beverage Management Control

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisite: ACCT 2311, 2323; HUSC 3311 .
    Duties and responsibilities of the manager in foodservice establishments. Emphasis on methods of budgeting, forecasting, controlling costs and establishing policies in food and beverage cost control. Attention will be given to usage and management of alcoholic beverages.

    Lecture: Lecture: 3 hours per week.
  
  • HUSC 4329 - Assessment of Young Children

    Credits: 3
    This course presents an understanding of how to assess young children and approaches for developing and managing curriculum for child development. The class will cover assessment practices and how to incorporate that information into curriculum ideas, team meetings or overall understanding of the child. Information and skills learned in this course would be useful to teachers and parents conducting or interpreting assessments of young children.

    Lecture: Lecture: 3 hours per week.
  
  • HUSC 4332 - Advanced Apparel Design

    Credits: 3
    This studio course teaches advanced design techniques using draping and principles of flat pattern design from master pattern blocks emphasizing creativity through the use of line, proportion, color and textiles. Additional techniques emphasize fit, advanced apparel construction, and additional industrial sewing machine techniques. Additional costs may be incurred for course materials and equipment.

  
  • HUSC 4334 - Dress and Human Behavior

    Credits: 3
    A study of how dress and fashion influence human behavior on a global level using cultural, social, and psychological theories. Research methodologies for studying dress and human behavior will be presented.

    Lecture: Lecture: 3 hours per week.
  
  • HUSC 4361 - Families Across Cultures

    Credits: 3
    This course will focus on minority and international families, examining their unique characteristics, strengths, problems and concerns. It will cover the interaction between minority culture and the dominant culture of a society.

    Lecture: Lecture: 3 hours per week.
  
  • HUSC 4371 - The Design of Residential Interiors

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisite: HUSC 2348 .
    A step-by-step study of the fundamentals of the interior design process, including design principles and elements, elevations, perspective drawings and plans that create an interior atmosphere appropriate to the lifestyle chosen and within the economic means available.

    Lecture: Lecture: 1 hour per week. Laboratory: Laboratory: 4 hours per week. (Offered on demand).
  
  • HUSC 4399 - Human Sciences Research

    Credits: 3
    This course focuses on students understanding and analyzing formal research methodology and procedures used in all areas of Human Sciences research, including qualitative, quantitative, and mixed methods. Students will critique research studies, identify relevant research topics, conduct review of literature, plan a research project, and develop a research management plan.

    Lecture: Lecture: 3 hours per week.
  
  • HUSC 4440 - Sensory Evaluation of Foods

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: MATH 2370 - Introduction to Statistics (ACTS MATH 2103)  or AGRI 3351 - Biostatistics .
    This course explores the principles and procedures for accurately assessing the sensory and hedonic properties of foods and consumer products. Appropriate test design, basic statistical analyses and data interpretation will be discussed and the physiological and psychological principles impacting sensory judgments will be explored. Weekly laboratory classes focus on test design and execution, sample presentation, data recording, data analysis, interpretation of results, and report writing.

    Lecture: Lecture 2 hours Laboratory: laboratory 3 hours per week.
  
  • HUSC 4470 - Food Microbiology

    Credits: 4
    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: BIOL 1455 - Principles of Biology (ACTS BIOL 1014) , General Chemistry I CHEM 1430, General Chemistry II CHEM 1440.
    A study of the role of microorganisms in food processing and preservation; regulation of microorganisms to prevent food spoilage and foodborne illness and maintain food quality; and role of microorganisms in health promotion.

    Lecture: Lecture 3 hours per week. Laboratory: Laboratory 3 hours per week.
  
  • HUSC 4601 - Merchandising, Textiles and Design Internship

    Credits: 12
    An internship experience designed for students in merchandising, textile, and design to provide relevant work experience and to learn professional work expectations and responsibilities. Students must complete 225 hours of work after internship approval. Open only to MTD students (6 hours internship after sophomore year; may be repeated once).

  
  • HUSC 4620 - Human Sciences Student Teaching

    Credits: 12
    A full semester of observation and actual teaching experiences is provided for students in approved secondary school centers.

  
  • HUSC 4640 - Nutrition and Food Science Internship

    Credits: 6
    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: HUSC 3311 - Food Service Systems Management , HUSC 3420 - Experimental Food Science 
    Students are required to obtain a total of three (3) credit hours (80 clock hours minimum) of supervised work experience in an approved off-campus food related company prior to graduation. The nutrition and food science internship experience may be obtained during the summer session, during studies or after completion of course work, but must be completed prior to graduation.

    Lecture: Lecture 3 hours per week.
  
  • HUSC 4660 - Food Service/Restaurant Management Internship

    Credits: 12
    Students are required to obtain a total of twelve (12) credit hours (320 clock hours minimum) of supervised work experience in an approved off-campus foodservice establishment prior to graduation. The hospitality internship experience may be obtained during the summer session, during studies or after completion of course work, but must be completed prior to graduation.

  
  • HUSC 4682 - Human Development and Family Studies Internship

    Credits: 6
    The internship is designed to provide opportunities for students to develop a better understanding of the responsibilities associated with positions that cluster around careers in Human Development and Family Studies. The course is an interface between classroom learning and the real world of work and is expected to generate the transfer of knowledge and skills gained in the classroom into competencies identified as required to successful performance in the work setting. The internship opportunity will enhance students’ personal and professional growth by providing paraprofessional work experience related to the students’ interest.


Humanities and Philosophy

  
  • HUMN 2301 - Humanities

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisite: ENGL 1321 .
    A study of the visual arts, music, literature and philosophy of the West and of Africa. Emphasis on learning to make critical judgments from a culturally informed perspective.

  
  • HUMN 2301H - Honors Humanities

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Honors Program or a score of 20 or higher on the ACT.
    Same as HUMN 2301 - Humanities , but with more required readings from the old world masterpieces and more in depth analysis of the art, music, literature and philosophy of the cultures studied.

  
  • HUMN 2302 - Humanities II

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisite: HUMN 2301 .
    cultural study of government, religion, literature, philosophy, architecture, the visual arts and music which form the basis of Western civilization. The course covers the Renaissance to the present, including African-American contributions and experiences in America. It is a continuation of HUMN 2301  which covers the Ancient and Medieval periods, Africa and Asia.

  
  • HUMN 2310 - History of Philosophy (ACTS PHIL 1103)

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisite: ENGL 1321 .
    Acquaints the student with the principal developments in philosophy from ancient Greece to the contemporary period. Emphasis placed on principal philosophers and their contributions.

  
  • HUMN 2330 - New Testament History

    Credits: 3
    Surveys the historical and geographical background of the New Testament period. Attention is given to the missionary journeys of Paul and his associates and the historical significance of Christianity.

  
  • HUMN 2331 - Old Testament History

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisite: ENGL 1321 .
    Surveys the history of the Hebrew people, with emphasis on their religious awareness and on geographical settings within the framework of Bible history.

  
  • HUMN 2340 - Effective Thinking Logic

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisite: ENGL 1321 .
    Acquaints the student with the principles and techniques of correct vs. incorrect reasoning in both deductive logic and inductive logic, in their relation to the basic functions of language and to the modern scientific method.

  
  • HUMN 2351 - Introduction to Chinese Culture

    Credits: 3
    An introduction to the culture, history, and customs of modern China designed for students who plan to study, work, or travel in China. This course includes a rudimentary introduction to spoken and written Chinese.


Industrial Technology Management and Engineering

  
  • TECH 4V60 - Industrial Internship

    Credits: 1 to 6
    Upon completion of the residence requirements for the degree in industrial technology, the student is assigned to a major industry for a semester to study the managerial functions, organizational theories and practices, product design production techniques, routing, quality control, work schedules, industrial relations and related industrial activities of modern American industry.

  
  • TECH 1301 - Industrial Safety Management

    Credits: 3
    Emphasize the importance of industrial safety from a managerial point of view. The course encompasses information of Safety Program Design, OSHA and EPA regulations and the importance of understanding the manager and employees’ responsibilities.

  
  • TECH 1302 - Engineering Graphics

    Credits: 3
    A basic course in the use of engineering graphics as a communication tool; drafting equipment familiarization; conventional representations; orthographic projections; sketching; detailed drawing, lettering, dimensioning and spatial geometry.

    Lecture: Lecture: 2 hours per week. Laboratory: Laboratory: 2 hours per week
  
  • TECH 1320 - Materials, Construction Procedures/Practices

    Credits: 3
    The study of materials and their installation practices used in construction. Include structure design, developing bill of materials, and performing construction calculations to establish the cost of constructing a structure, such calculations as footing, asphalt, and maps as they relate to construction. The course also gives the student an overview of the different types of construction contracts.

    Lecture: Lecture: 2 hours per week. Laboratory: Laboratory: 2 hours per week.
  
  • TECH 1332 - Fundamental Electronics

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisite: MATH 1330  or MATH 1550 .
    A broad overview of electronics and an introduction to the hardware and instruments used in the electronics industry. Provides a coverage of the fundamentals of electricity and magnetism. Emphasis is on DC circuits. Course also includes a study of the generation of alternating current and voltage, AC measuring instruments, treatment of various combinations of resistance, inductance and capacitance in AC circuits, power, resonance and transformers.

    Lecture: Lecture: 2 hours per week. Laboratory: Laboratory: 2 hours per week.
  
  • TECH 1360 - Introduction to Manufacturing Processes

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisite: MATH 1330  or MATH 1550 
    An introductory study of manufacturing processes. Included are manufacturing materials, chip removal, material fusion, shaping, molding, extrusion. An overview of the latest technology used in the manufacturing industry. Such as Just- In- Time Manufacturing, Computer Aided Manufacturing, Smart Machine, and Artificial Intelligent, Computer Integrated Manufacturing, LEAN and tours to local manufacturing industries.

  
  • TECH 2100 - CO-OP Seminar

    Credits: 1
    Job orientation, career counseling and placement orientation are the key focus of this Course. The course emphasizes the importance of being able to ex- press what has been learned in all courses and selling it to a potential employer.

  
  • TECH 2308 - Strength of Materials

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: MATH 1330 , MATH 1340  or MATH 1550 .
    Application of the principles of statics and dynamics to problems including force analysis, centroids and moments of inertia, behavior of materials subject to tension, compression, shear and bending, and interpretation of related test data.

  
  • TECH 2309 - Robotics

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: MATH 1330 , MATH 1340  OR MATH 1550 , and TECH 1360 .
    This course introduces students to robotics technology and its applications for industries, businesses and domestics. The course deals with introductory and fundamental principles, safety, justification, programming concepts, and projects using applied engineering design process. Theory and industrial applications explore the general and technical aspects of industrial robots, providing a comprehensive overview of robotic systems and its subsystems. Robotics is a very comprehensive, applications-oriented field of study, and involves different technical areas, such as electrical principles, electronic devices, digital principles, electromechanical fundamentals, basic programming techniques, hydraulics, pneumatics, and basic manufacturing processes. The course includes laboratory, designing, building and programing activities.

    Lecture: Lecture: 2 hours per week. Laboratory: Laboratory: 2 hours per week.
  
  • TECH 2315 - Site Planning & Layout

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: MATH 1330  and MATH 1340 /MATH 1550  and TECH 1320 
    A study of the use of range and direction, coordinates, elevations, record systems, boundary survey, leveling, property descriptions, traverses, and maps to determine sites selection. Determine how infrastructure, soil conditions, climate, drain and environmental conditions impact cost. A project integrating all knowledge gained is required of each student. Minimum requirements for projects include a written report, oral presentation, and a power point presentation.

  
  • TECH 2321 - Codes, Specifications and Law

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: TECH 1320 .
    Complete coverage of one nationally recognized code system, plus cross referencing with the others. Introduction to legal problems in construction through the study of business law with focus on the laws related to construction business accounting, progress payments, OSHA regulations, licensing requirements. The utilization of actual plans and specifications of existing projects enables students to increase their knowledge of real world experiences.

  
  • TECH 2322 - Heavy Equipment Materials Handling

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: TECH 1320 , MATH 1340 /MATH 1550 .
    Heavy Equipment is an intermediate level Construction Management course devoted to educating the future construction manager about the different types of large construction equipment, their selection, operation, and management. A majority of class time is devoted to mathematical calculations related to the operation and use of heavy construction equipment.

  
  • TECH 2331 - Industrial Electronics

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: TECH 1332 .
    This course investigates the use of electronics in industrial settings and examines the various principles of electronic control of industrial processes. This course will follow an industrial process model as found in modern industry. The focus will be placed on underlying concepts and principles, rather than circuit design. This course also provides an introduction into how electronics are implemented in various aspects throughout industry.

    Lecture: Lecture: 2 hours per week. Laboratory: Laboratory: 2 hours per week.
  
  • TECH 2332 - Electronic Assembly Technology

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: TECH 1332  and 2304.
    A study of methods used in the development and construction of electronic circuits. Covered areas include techniques of component layout, chemical processes for etching and finishing, printed circuit board development including the use of photosensitive emulsions.

  
  • TECH 2333 - Electronic Devices

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisite: TECH 1332 .
    A coverage of semi-conductor devices with emphasis on the flow and control of current at the P-N junction. Devices to be studied include diodes, transistors (BJT, UJT, and FET), and pnpn switches. Introduction to Integrated Circuit Technology.

    Lecture: Lecture: 2 hours per week. Laboratory: Laboratory: 2 hours per week.
  
  • TECH 2334 - Electronic Analysis and Design

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: TECH 1332 , TECH 2333 .
    A second course in electronic devices with emphasis on the mathematical modeling of electronic devices and the techniques used in the analysis and design of electronic circuits. Study of small and large signal amplifier models, the hybrid-pi model, frequency response and multi-stage circuits.

  
  • TECH 2335 - Circuit Analysis I

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisite: TECH 1332 .
    Basic circuit concepts, definitions and analysis of resistive circuits with DC sources. Coverage of circuit theorems and the methods used in the analysis of circuits with two or more voltage or current sources.

    Lecture: Lecture: 2 hours per week. Laboratory: Laboratory: 2 hours per week.
  
  • TECH 2355 - Exploring Technology Manufacturing

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: Sophomore status in major with approval from advisor and departmental head.
    Explores major concepts related to the manufacturing industry. Emphasis on student activities, demonstrating communications, industry concepts and presenting exemplary educational delivery systems.

  
  • TECH 2361 - Manufacturing Process and Materials

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: TECH 1360 ; MATH 1330 /MATH 1550 , MATH 1340 
    This course covers characters of materials and their adaptability to various manufacturing processes and includes lectures on Manufacturing Technology and laboratory practices.

  
  • TECH 2367 - Manufacturing Process Assembly

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: TECH 1302 , TECH 1360 , MATH 1330 /MATH 1550 , MATH 1340  and TECH 1360 .
    This course deals with advanced manufacturing planning, processing and assembling of products with casting, forming, shaping, machining, finishing and joining methods. Students gain experiences in designing, process planning, decision making, costs analysis, tooling, measurement, programming and economic factors involved in production of parts and products. Students apply principles, concepts of tooling and technology learned to design, analyze, process and make products using a CNC lathe and 3-D Printer.

    Lecture: Lecture: 2 hours per week. Laboratory: Laboratory: 2 hours per week.
  
  • TECH 2600 - CO-OP Internship

    Credits: 6
    Cooperative Education (Parallel) provides for students to work part-time and attend classes on campus. Designed to provide part-time meaningful work experience to enhance the students’ educational programs and allow “hands-on” job training directly related to their majors.

  
  • TECH 2601 - CO-OP Internship

    Credits: 7
    Cooperative Education (Parallel) provides for students to work part-time and attend classes on campus. Designed to provide part-time meaningful work experience to enhance the students’ educational programs and allow “hands-on” job training directly related to their majors.

  
  • TECH 3302 - Advanced Design

    Credits: 3
    Advanced design systems incorporating 2D and 3D design and productivity tools for use in manufacturing settings. Topics include: Geometric Tolerancing, 3D models, planar and coordinate systems, solid modeling, feature based design, assemblies, Inventor, Rivet or AutoCAD software.

  
  • TECH 3306 - Inventory Management

    Credits: 3
    Deals primarily with inventory classifications, inventory control, optimum inventory with appropriate software package and future trends in inventory management with appropriate software package.

  
  • TECH 3307 - Inventory & Supply Chain Management

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: MATH 1330 , MATH 1340  OR MATH 1550 , and TECH 1360  and TECH 3310 .
    This course is designed to provide students with conceptual understanding of supply chain and materials management dealing with building a strategic framework, designing the chain, transportation networks, planning and coordinating demand and supply, manufacturing, managing inventories, and cross-functional drivers in a supply chain management system. Interactions in the course involve case study analysis, use of appropriate software, presentations, and calculations of profit, sales, costs, savings, work-in-process, production plans, master schedule, material requirements, capacity, break-even, forecasting, ordering, storage, transit time, throughput, cost equalization point and order quantities.

  
  • TECH 3310 - Principles of Ergonomics/Motion and Time Study

    Credits: 3
    A study of scientific and engineering design applications in the work environment. Use of the six ergonomic design criteria will be stressed. A student research project involving analysis and evaluation of a person’s work interface situation. Using the ergonomic design criteria is required with appropriate software packages.

  
  • TECH 3317 - Structural Design

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: PHYS 2410, TECH 1320 , TECH 2308 .
    Instruction in basic principles and procedures used in construction of structures. Features, structures such as bridges, highways and steel structures.

  
  • TECH 3319 - Energy Conversion

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: TECH 1320 , TECH 1332 , PHYS 2410.
    Design, installation, and management of electrical energy as it relates to structures. Wiring of circuits, systems, power drop calculations, relays and their usage, servo motors, etc.

  
  • TECH 3337 - Digital Electronics

    Credits: 3
    A study of digital logic design techniques, including Boolean Algebra and truth tables, used in the design of combinational circuits; state transition techniques for the analysis and design of sequential logic circuits. An introduction to the principles of digital computer organization.

    Lecture: Lecture: 2 hours per week. Laboratory: Laboratory: 2 hours per week.
  
  • TECH 3338 - Circuit Analysis II

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: TECH 1332 , TECH 2335 .
    Provides a coverage of time-varying waveforms, reactive components and the analysis of resistive reactive circuits with time-varying sources. Study of the mathematical techniques of complex numbers used in the analysis of reactive circuits; Fourier analysis of signals.

  
  • TECH 3339 - Computer Service and Repair

    Credits: 3
    This course emphasizes the study of computer components, computer construction and repair. The emphasis of this course will be on basic work safety, computer fundamentals, disassembling and reassembling a typical personal computer identifying the major computer components, preventive maintenance procedures, troubleshooting techniques, and upgrading software and hardware.

    Lecture: Lecture 2 hours per week. Laboratory: Laboratory 2 hours per week.
  
  • TECH 3363 - Plant Layout and Facilities Planning

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: TECH 1360 , TECH 2367 .
    The fundamental theories, practices, and method for design of manufacturing facilities; covers material handling equipment and services.

  
  • TECH 3365 - Manufacturing Processes and Planning

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: 9 hours of manufacturing courses.
    The principles and concepts that are essential when considering material flows, management problems, decision making techniques, and supporting data base on the manufacturing industry.

  
  • TECH 3370 - Occupation/Envi/Health

    Credits: 3
    Explores health and safety issues related to work place environments. Students learn work place assessment, safety & health compliance criteria & are introduced to necessary data acquisition instrumentation.

  
  • TECH 3399 - Alternative Energy

    Credits: 3
    This course will cover Photovoltaic concepts both in theory and hands on skills; then it will be continued with Solar Technology, Wind Technology, and Energy Auditing Technology. Students will also learn the effect of light intensity and heat on solar cell performance; measure and calculate current, voltage and power for single, and multiple solar panel combinations; calculate wind generated power and calculations for energy audits.

  
  • TECH 3600 - COOP Internship

    Credits: 6
    A cooperative education internship experience working with industry techniques and special problems involving new techniques in Industrial Technology. Each level is available as needed.

  
  • TECH 3601 - COOP Internship

    Credits: 6
    A cooperative education internship experience working with industry techniques and special problems involving new techniques in Industrial Technology. Each level is available as needed.

  
  • TECH 4300 - Internship

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: Consent of the Instructor and approval of Chair.
    A structured, approved, and supervised field experience with a company in which the internee is to practice various aspects of the Industrial Technology Management & Applied Engineering for the entire semester.

  
  • TECH 4302 - Capstone Design

    Credits: 3
    This is a senior level course consisting of a hands-on and mind-on lab activity applying technology and design principles. Students will be required to demonstrate a complete design project from conception, to model, to final assembly. The principles associated with the technology curriculum will be used to complete the final project. Knowledge in the areas of design, electronics, construction and manufacturing will be beneficial in the completion of the project.

  
  • TECH 4307 - Quality Control

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: MATH 2370 .
    The problems associated with improving design, specifications and control of product quality. Topics will include formulas, calculations, analyzing data and problem solving activities. Utilization of appropriate software to solve problems will be applied throughout the course. The course requires an oral and written report on Quality Improvement topics.

  
  • TECH 4310 - Logistics

    Credits: 3
    This is a senior level course which will provide Technology majors with an overall understanding of the management of the flow of goods and information from a point of origin to a point of consumption. This course provides Technology majors with an enhanced view in the area of supply chain and inventory management flow process, which is more aligned with current production management operations. This course fills the void created by current courses in inventory and production by integrating these two systems for maximum productivity.

  
  • TECH 4318 - Mechanical and Electrical Equipment

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: TECH 1332 , TECH 1320 , TECH 3319 .
    Investigation of the theories and machines and equipment that govern the proper use and installation of HVAC systems for structures.

  
  • TECH 4320 - Estimating and Scheduling/Project Management

    Credits: 3
    The course is taught from a project manager’s point of view, and covers project design, quantity take-off, calculating unit cost, break-even point, returns on investment, depreciation, scrap, critical path scheduling, Gantt charts, direct cost, indirect cost, fixed cost, variable cost and utilizing Excel to perform all calculations. The course is project oriented and all technology courses that a student has completed are to be integrated in to the projects. Students are assigned an individual project as well as assigned to a team project. The student will develop the project from its conception, design, scheduling, product design, through completion, following all specifications and codes. The project ends with an oral, written and power point presentation.

  
  • TECH 4338 - Microprocessors and Applications

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: TECH 3337 .
    Logical organization of single-chip microprocessors, their interfacing and applications in industrial control and instrumentation. Coverage of the assembly language used in programming microprocessors.

    Lecture: Lecture: 2 hours per week. Laboratory: Laboratory: 2 hours per week.
  
  • TECH 4339 - Principles of Electronic Communications

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: TECH 3338 .
    Analysis and transmission of signals, principles of modulation and demodulation. Study of communication systems with emphasis on the circuitry of transmitters and receivers.

    Lecture: Lecture: 2 hours per week. Laboratory: Laboratory: 2 hours per week.
  
  • TECH 4340 - Digital Communications

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: TECH 3337 , TECH 4338 .
    The course c overs the sampling process, digital modulation techniques, error control coding, detection and estimation; survey of the applications of spread spectrum systems, satellite and computer communications.

    Lecture: Lecture: 2 hours per week. Laboratory: Laboratory: 2 hours per week.
  
  • TECH 4341 - Computer Hardware Design

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: TECH 3337 .
    Coverage of digital system design methods used in the analysis and design of processor units, control methods, input and output interface, memory organization. Study of the internal operations of microcomputers.

    Lecture: Lecture: 2 hours per week. Laboratory: Laboratory: 2 hours per week
  
  • TECH 4342 - Senior Project

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisite: must be a graduating ITMAE seniors; however, special consideration is given upon recommendation from major advisor and department head for all others.
    This is a senior level course which is taken in the student’s graduating semester. The course provides a broad overview of the challenges associated with becoming an Industrial Technologist/Applied Engineer. Projects include career position searches, proposals, professional memberships, comprehensive exam preparation, product/project development presentation and other issues associated with industry. The course also provides a fundamental, yet comprehensive, coverage of the various tools, vocabulary and techniques utilized in solving various design, production, quality and employee problems associated with industry. A class project is required which demonstrates a working knowledge of the ITMAE curriculum in solving problems and developing competence with the utilization of Microsoft Office.

  
  • TECH 4366 - Automation/Production/System

    Credits: 3
    This is an upper level course in production, automation and related systems. It is designed to cover the fundamental concepts associated with automation and production in contemporary industries, as well as, the analytical techniques and controls necessary for decision-making in production systems.

  
  • TECH 4370 - Computer - Aided Manufacturing

    Credits: 3
    Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) is a concept which encompasses any use of the computer to enhance or aid in any manufacturing process. The two best known users of the computer to aid in manufacturing are Computer Numerical Control (CNC) and Robotics. TECH 3368, 3369.

  
  • TECH 4372 - Fluid Power Systems

    Credits: 3
    The course introduces the students to fluid power systems. The advantages and disadvantages, applications and the types of fluid power control systems. Physical properties of hydraulic fluids: Liquids and gases, weight density, specific gravity, force, viscosity, pressure and Pascal’s Law. Basic flow in hydraulic in pipeline: Laminar and Turbulent Flow, Reynolds Number and the losses in valves and fitting. Six laboratory assignments are given. The assignments involve hydraulic circuit design. The circuit design includes circuit for motors, pumps, cylinders, and several valves. A lab report is required for each laboratory assignment as well as an oral presentation.


Management

  
  • MGMT 2200 - Business Ethics

    Credits: 2
    Examines the moral, ethical, and legal bases of business decision-making. Trains students to use ethical processes to arrive at sound decisions. Links moral behavior at an individual level and behavior in the marketplace.

    Term Offered: F,SP
  
  • MGMT 2300 - Intro. to International Business

    Credits: 3
    The techniques for entering the international marketplace. Emphasis on the impact and dynamics of sociocultural, demographic, economic, technological, and political factors in the foreign trade environment. Topics include patterns of world trade, internationalization of the firm, and operating procedures of the multinational enterprise.

    Term Offered: Sp
  
  • MGMT 3300 - Principles of Management

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisite: ECON 2320 .
    Describes the elements of the managerial process and develops a rational synthesis of management. Teaches students to develop their own creative abilities in order to apply them intelligently to the problems encountered in business.

    Term Offered: F,SP
  
  • MGMT 3314 - Business Law

    Credits: 3
    Survey of the major theories, practice, and cases in the field of Civil and Criminal Law. Explores the intellectual and practical applications of the field of law and, in the process, gain an appreciation for the interdependence of the citizens with government and the citizens with each other. Research and analyzing of individual cases will be valuable tools.

    Term Offered: F,SP
  
  • MGMT 3318 - Human Resources Management

    Credits: 3
    Covers methods of effective personnel management, types of management situations; a discussion of personnel problems and relations peculiar to each.

    Term Offered: F,SP Elective: (E)
  
  • MGMT 3322 - Organizational Behavior

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisite: MGMT 3300 .
    An integration of basic managerial concepts and social sciences as they affect people in organizations. Places emphasis on environmental and inter-organization forces that influence membership behavior.

    Term Offered: F,SP Elective: (E)
  
  • MGMT 4315 - Production Operations Management

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: ECON 2320  or MGMT 3300 .
    Discusses the application of quantitative techniques to business management. Specifically, the course covers production and operations management techniques such as demand forecasting, production planning and control (PPC) models, inventory management models, linear programming applications to production and operations, project management, and an introduction to modern quality management concepts such as TQM.

    Term Offered: F,SP Elective: (E)
  
  • MGMT 4340 - Seminar in Small Business Entrepreneurship

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisite: ACCT 3322  and with consent.
    Students participate in the actual day-to-day management and accounting operations of selected small, developing and disadvantaged businesses in and around the city of Pine Bluff.

    Term Offered: F, SP Elective: (E)
  
  • MGMT 4350 - Business Strategies and Policies

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisite: Senior standing in the School of Business and Management and no more than 6 hours of business core courses remaining.
    A capstone course focusing on the tasks of the manager in formulating short-and long-run corporate strategy. Uses the case method to help develop a framework for integrating skills learned in other required business courses.

    Term Offered: F,SP

Management Information Systems

  
  • MIS 1312 - Micro Computer Applications

    Credits: 3
    An introduction to the use of microcomputers. Surveys the use of the DOS and WINDOWS operating systems, and several application programs; including a spreadsheet program, a word processing program and a database program. Lecture, “hands-on” exercises, and corporate profiles used to make the student aware of realistic applications of such programs.

    Term Offered: F,SP
  
  • MIS 3350 - Management Information Systems

    Credits: 3
    A study of how to use computer based systems to enhance the storing, processing, and retrieval of business data and the conversion of these data to relevant managerial information. Discusses hardware, software, and procedures for the processing, storing and dissemination of management information.

    Term Offered: F, SP

Marketing

  
  • MKTG 3300 - Principles of Marketing (ACTS MKTG 2003)

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisite: ECON 2320 .
    Covers the integration of majority policy areas in the development of the firm’s total marketing effort; products, prices, channels, and promotions.

    Term Offered: F,SP
  
  • MKTG 3310 - Consumer Analysis and Behavior

    Credits: 3
    A review and analysis of the theoretical concepts and main determinants of consumer behavior with the purpose of exposing students to ways these concepts apply to marketing strategies and decision making.

    Term Offered: F,SP Elective: (E)
  
  • MKTG 3315 - Retailing and Retail Management

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisite: MKTG 3310 .
    A study of the organization and management of problems and practices currently encountered by retail establishments.

    Term Offered: SP Elective: (E)
  
  • MKTG 3321 - Integrated Marketing Communication

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisite: MKTG 3310 .
    A management approach to the following use of advertising in business, fashion, and national merchandising; media choice; appropriations; testing and measuring effectiveness of advertising.

    Term Offered: F,SP Elective: (E)
  
  • MKTG 3350 - Marketing Management

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisite: MKTG 3310 .
    Strategic planning and management of the marketing function. Topics include product planning, channel strategy, pricing strategy, and direction of the firm.

    Term Offered: F,SP Elective: (E)
  
  • MKTG 4310 - Selling and Sales Management

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisite: MKTG 3310 .
    A review of the principles of modern selling, and the duties and responsibilities of a sales representative. Also, a survey of the organization, management, and control of the selling efforts of a firm with emphasis on sales force management, training and motivation of the marketing mix, and planning policy matters.

    Term Offered: F Elective: (E)
  
  • MKTG 4320 - International Marketing

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisite: MKTG 3300 .
    The application of marketing principles to international trade. Familiarizes the student with the problems and perspectives of marketing within multinational corporate settings. The ability to analyze marketing decisions as they relate to overseas markets is stressed.

    Term Offered: SP Elective: (E)
  
  • MKTG 4330 - Marketing Research

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisites: MKTG 3310 .
    A study of modern marketing research techniques and their applications to problems involving marketing strategy, pricing, forecasts, and policy determination.

    Term Offered: SP Elective: (E)
  
  • MKTG 4370 - Independent Study in Marketing

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
    Research in one or more of the various marketing areas. Student must have a concentration in marketing and must have a 3.00 G.P.A. in business courses.

    Term Offered: SP Elective: (E)

Mass Communications

  
  • MCOM 2323 - Computer Editing

    Credits: 3
    A computer editing course designed for students who aspire employment in the multimedia market.

  
  • MCOM 2324 - Television Production

    Credits: 3
    Prerequisites: Prerequisite: MCOM 2325 .
    An experience oriented course. Emphasis on camera operation, audio/visual tape, lighting, artistic design, special effects and practical experience in entertainment, public affairs and sports programming.

 

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