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Course Descriptions
The following courses are required for all students in the technology education program unless course substitutions have been made in the case of transfer students or in other similar circumstances. You should note that the course descriptions listed below are for informational purposes only and are not intended to serve as a substitute for the University Catalog. You will also note that the descriptions below do not include information about when the courses are offered, pre-requisite information, required lab information, and numerous other details about the courses. To obtain additional information about any of these courses, please refer to the University Catalog of Studies.
You will also note that elective course options are not listed. For information on acceptable elective courses, please refer to the University Catalog of Studies or discuss these options with Dr. Michael Daugherty, program advisor. Similarly, in cases where general education courses may be selected from a list of appropriate courses, all of these courses are not listed here. Again, refer to the University Catalog of Studies for information on these courses.
TEED 1103 The Nature of Technology: Foundational study of the close relationship between nature, emerging technologies, and technological literacy throughout history. (Download TEED 1103 syllabus PDF)
CATE 1001 Practicum in Career and Technical Education: This practicum is a requirement for entry into the Career and Technical teacher preparation program. Students will be involved in documented experiences with children for a minimum of 60 hours with at least 20 of them being in career and technical classrooms at three schools with diverse populations. (Download VOED 1001 syllabus PDF)
ENGL 1013 Composition I: Required of all freshmen unless exempted by the Department of English. Prerequisite is an acceptable score on the English section of the ACT or on another approved test or ENGL 0003.
ENGL1023 Composition II: Continuation of ENGL 1013. (Same as ENGL 1023H, ENGL 1023I)
MEEG 1103 Introduction to Mechanical Engineering: Introduction to the mechanical engineering profession to 1st year students using mechanical engineering projects and experiments.
MATH 1203 College Algebra: Credit will be allowed for only one of MATH 1203 and MATH 1285. (Same as MATH 1203I)
BENG 1012 Biological Engineering Design Fundamentals: Introduction to the field of biological engineering including a definition, and demonstration through field trips, guest speakers, examples of job opportunities and internships. Basic engineering methodologies, including analysis and design, as applied to biological systems. Introduction to problem solving, data analysis, report writing, presentations, and engineering record keeping. Group activities and team design efforts.
CHEM 1103 University Chemistry (Co-requisite: CHEM 1101L): To acquire basic relevant chemical knowledge enabling you to apply the properties of atoms and their bonding in describing the properties of materials at the molecular level. Some transferable skills developed will include language development, problem-solving skills, and evaluating and communicating abstract ideas. (Download CHEM 1103 syllabus PDF)
CSCE 1013 College Computing Skills: Introduction to the computer; basic computing skills including operating systems, word processing, spreadsheet and database management applications; Internet applications including electronic mail, remote computing via Telnet, file transfer via ftp, World Wide Web navigation and publication. No prior computing skill is necessary. (Download CSCE 1013 syllabus PDF)
GNEG 1103 Introduction to Engineering: This course is designed to provide an introduction to the process and diversity of the fields of engineering for students in the first year of undergraduate study. The course will introduce students to the most common problem solving techniques used by engineers, with an emphasis on mass and energy balances within dynamic systems. (Download GNEG 1103 syllabus PDF)
GNEG 1122 Introduction CAD: General course in the use of engineering drawings for communications and design. Proper use of computer for compuer-aided drafting and design: 2-dimensional, 3-dimensional, and solid modeling; use of manual drafting equipment; geometric exercises; orthographic projections; auxiliary view; sketching, dimensioning.
ENGL 2003 Advanced Composition: Review course in English composition. Required of all candidates for bachelor’s degree unless exempted by examination or by credit in ENGL 2013 or by a grade of at least a “B” in ENGL 1013 and a grade of “A” in ENGL 1023 at the University of Arkansas, Fayetteville. Not to be taken before the second semester of the sophomore year; must be taken prior to the last semester before graduation.
TEED 2103 Technology & Society: An examination of the complex relationships between society, values, and technological development in developed and under-developed nations. (Download TEED 2103 syllabus PDF)
PHYS 2013 College Physics I: A non-calculus survey of the principles of physics including mechanics, heat and sound. Lecture 3 hours per week and drill.
MATH 2043 Survey of Calculus: Selected topics in elementary calculus and analytic geometry for students in business, agriculture, and social sciences.
PSYC 2003 General Psychology: Introduction to basic procedures in the study of behavior and to the elementary principles of learning, motivation, emotion, sensation, and individual differences. Students will be expected to complete a research requirement. (Same as PSYC 2003H, PSYC 2003I)
ETEC 2001 Educational Technology: A criterion-based course designed to provide beginning technology users with conceptual knowledge and skills in the area of fundamental computer technology and traditional educational medial. Grades are determined by total points earned on successful completion of identified course projects, unit quizzes, and a proficiency final examination.
ETEC 2002L Educational Technology Lab: Computer lab exercises and projects appropriate to Educational Technology.
INEG 2513 Manufacturing System Design: Basic manufacturing processes and machining fundamentals, metals shaping and removal processes; economic tool life; machinability; machining economics. Selection and design of productive systems to manufacture products. Analysis of manufacturing systems, mechanized assembly, numerical control work centers, and robotics.
CIED 3023 Survey of Exceptionalities: A survey of the characteristics of students with exceptional needs. Reviews the definitions of exceptionalities, learning and behavior characteristics of individuals with exceptionalities, the legal basis for the education of persons with exceptionalities in both elementary and secondary schools.
CIED 3033 Classroom Learning Theory: A survey of the major theories of learning with special emphasis on human learning and implications for education.
TEED 3103 Technology Research, Experimentation, and Trouble-Shooting: Foundational concepts of engineering and design including analysis and use of technology problem solving tools of research, experimentation and trouble-shooting. (Download TEED 3103 syllabus PDF)
TEED 3203 Information and Communication Systems: Conceptual foundations and methodologies for teaching information and communications technology at the secondary level. (Download TEED 3203 syllabus PDF)
TEED 3303 Energy, Power, and Transportation: Conceptual foundations and methodologies for teaching energy, power, and transportation technologies at the secondary level. (Download TEED 3303 syllabus PDF)
COMM 3803 Basic Video Production: Introduction to techniques of studio video production, including the production process, live production, and basic editing techniques. Problems of program producers and directors related to production are also discussed.
CATE 4003 Professionalism: Studying and developing professional concepts in career and technical education with accepted principles of professionalism applied to career and technical education settings. (Download VOED 4003 syllabus PDF)
CATE 4013 Teaching Strategies: Methods and techniques in the planning and delivery of teaching. (Download VOED 4013 syllabus PDF)
CATE 4023 Classroom Management: Theory and techniques in classroom management, including professional ethics, and school policies related to students, faculty, and programs. (Download VOED 4023 syllabus PDF)
CATE 4033 Assessment/Program Evaluation: An introduction to constructing, evaluating, and interpreting tests; descriptive and inferential statistics; state competency testing; and guidelines for state program evaluations. (Download VOED 4033 syllabus PDF)
CATE 4041 Laboratory Management in Career and Technical Education: Selection, design, and evaluation of laboratory experiences in business education, family and consumer sciences and technology education. (Download VOED 4041 syllabus PDF)
CATE 4051 Seminar: The seminar is taken concurrently with student teaching. Topics discussed are designed to link the university/school experience and practice to the knowledge base of the teacher education program. (Download VOED 4051 syllabus PDF)
TEED 4103 Engineering Design for Technology Education Capstone: Analysis of engineering design, focus on design processes, physical and computer modeling, and materials processing. (Download TEED 4103 syllabus PDF)
CATE 406V Teaching Internship: A minimum of 15 weeks will be spent in an off-campus school, at which time the student will have an opportunity under supervision to observe, to teach and to participate in other activities involving the school and the community. (Download VOED 406V syllabus PDF)
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