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Writing Intensive Courses
- CIM 4398 Capstone (3-0) An intensive study of a problem(s) appropriate to the major/student’s career interests. Requires knowledge from previous technical/business coursework. Solution(s) for the problem(s) will be presented to an industry committee. Presentation must emphasize depth of analysis, completeness/effectiveness of solution, and presentation skills. Prerequisite: CIM 4330. (WI)
- CSM 4368 Environmentally Conscious Design and Construction. (3-1) This course covers environmentally sustainable practices used in building design and construction. THE LEED system will be used to guide the course, which covers aspects of sustainable sites, water efficiency, energy and atmosphere, materials and resources, indoor environmental quality and the CAD design process. Prerequisite: Pre-Construction or ID 2329 and CSM 2313 or Instructor’s Approval. (WI)
- TECH 3322 Development of Technology. (3-0) The role of technology in the development of Western World culture is studied from a technical perspective. Social repercussions resulting from the introduction of foundational technical developments are reviewed. Examples of technical areas examined are agriculture, transportation, manufacturing, engineering, defense, and communications. Readings focus discussions and papers on specific topics and encourage synthesis level understanding. (WI)(MC)
- TECH 4330 Foundry & Heat Treatment. (3-3) The technical aspects of foundry and heat treatment of ferrous and non-ferrous metals are reviewed. Students gain proficiency with interpretation of binary phase diagrams, mathematical modeling of gate and runner systems, micro-structural analysis, process cost evaluation, sand testing, investment casting and other technical processes. Prerequisites: TECH 2310, ENGR 2300 and TECH 2351 or MFGE 2332 or Instructor’s Approval. (WI)
- TECH 4380 Industrial Safety. (3-0) Introduction to the field of industrial safety with emphasis on compliance with Federal and State regulations. Prerequisite: Junior standing. (WI)
- TECH 4398 Senior Design. (2-2) This course deals with application of technical and non-technical skills and knowledge using a multidisciplinary team-based approach for solving real-world problems related to product and process development. The topics include systematic product development, development of business plans, project management, cost estimation, documentation and presentation, prototyping, fabrication and concurrent engineering. Prerequisites: TECH 4395 or TECH 4372 or EE 3400 or GEO 4313. (WI)
Research Courses
- CIM4310 Senior Concrete Lab (1-3) This course provides students an opportunity to further develop their technical and laboratory knowledge and pursue a project of individual interest. A formal report/presentation will be required at the conclusion of the course. Prerequisites: CIM 3366 and CIM 3420 with grades of “C” or higher.
- CSM 1260 Introduction to the Construction and Concrete Industry. (2-0) This is an introductory course for Construction and Concrete Industry Management (CIM) majors. Residential, commercial, heavy, civil and highway construction is explored including the concrete industry. The role of the contractor, architect/engineer and owner are covered including contracts, careers, sustainability and economic importance of the construction industry.
- TECH 5384 Problems in Technology (3-0) Graduate students investigate a special topic by developing a technical problem, researching the topic, and presenting the findings. Plans will be developed on an individual basis with strict faculty supervision. May be repeated for additional credit with permission of the department chair.
- TECH 5398 Directed Project (3-0) This course is a formal investigation into a business or industry problem. The directed project is an applied research project that is more extensive than an independent study and less extensive than a thesis. The course culminates in a detailed project report and oral presentation. Prerequisites: TECH 5390 and TECH 5394 and the approval of the graduate advisor.