Technology Education
*Labs will meet on weekends or evenings at the local public school .
TECH 206 – Introduction to Technology Education 1
A brief but exciting introduction to the world of technology. The nature, scope, evolution and impact of technology will be examined as well as the meaning of technological literacy. Fall, Spring
TECH 231 – Communication Technology 3
An introductory study of the various technological means used to communicate including a study of the technical aspects, historical development, and the impact that this technology has on society. Offered on demand.
TECH 241 – Concepts of Electronics 3
A course that introduces basic electrical and electronic principles, devices, and circuits. Current circuit simulation software and real world circuits are utilized. Offered on demand.
TECH 242 – Linear and Digital Systems 3
A course designed to introduce students to modern integrated analog and digital concepts and devices. Current circuit simulation software and real world circuits are utilized. TECH 241 – Concepts of Electronics recommended. Offered on demand.
TECH 256 – Resources for Technology 2
Course introduces the student to many of the resources of the Technology Education laboratory including materials, processes, time, people, tools, machines, and more. Pre-requisite: EDUC 250 – Introduction to Education, TECH 206 – Introduction to Technology Education. Fall
TECH 256L – Resources for Technology Lab* 1
This course consists of the activities in a lab format that supports the TECH 256 – Resources for Technology course. Fall
TECH 300 – 3D Modeling and Design 3
This course introduces students to the engineering design process, and the principles of graphics and 3D parametric modeling in the creation, visualization of engineering designs. Pro/Desktop modeling software will be sued to illustrate parametric 3D part modeling, assembly modeling, rendering, and production of working drawings from design ideas. Offered on demand.
TECH 300L – 3D Modeling and Design Lab 1
This course consists of the activities in a lab format that supports the TECH 300 – 3D Modeling and Design course. Offered on demand.
TECH 306 – Inventions and Innovations-Technology Education for Children 2
The course focuses on innovation while providing tools and methods to empower the prospective teacher to use technology in an integrative role in the self-contained classroom. Pre-requisite: EDUC 250 – Introduction to Education, TECH 206 – Introduction to Technology Education. Fall
TECH 306L – Inventions and Innovations-Technology Education for Children Lab* 1
This course consists of the activities in a lab format that supports the TECH 306 – Inventions and Innovations-Technology Education for Children course. Fall
TECH 310 – Design, Technology and Engineering for Children 2
The course focuses on the design process while providing tools and methods which will expand the range of activities possible in the elementary classroom through the use of technology. Pre-requisite: EDUC 250 – Introduction to Education, TECH 206 – Introduction to Technology Education. Spring
TECH 310L – Design, Technology and Engineering for Children Lab* 1
This course consists of the activities in a lab format that supports the TECH 310 – Design, Technology and Engineering for Children course. Spring
TECH 330 – Exploring Technology 2
Course prepares prospective teachers to teach a middle school course exploring the widest possible range of technologies and their impact on society, including the most significant developments of the modern world. Pre-requisite: EDUC 250 – Introduction to Education, TECH 206 – Introduction to Technology Education. Spring
TECH 330L – Exploring Technology Lab* 1
This course consists of the activities in a lab format that supports the TECH 330 – Exploring Technology course. Spring
TECH 331 – Innovation and Engineering Design 2
Course prepares prospective teachers to teach a middle school course emphasizing engineering design activities to understand how criteria, constraints, and processes affect designs. Brainstorming, visualizing, modeling, constructing, testing and refining designs will be studied. Pre-requisite: EDUC 250 – Introduction to Education, TECH 206 – Introduction to Technology Education. Spring
TECH 331L – Innovation and Engineering Design Lab* 1
This course consists of the activities in a lab format that supports the TECH 331 – Innovation and Engineering Design course. Spring
TECH 371 – Technology Systems 2
Students become acquainted with content and process associated with technological systems. Students apply systems concepts to design and problem solving activities. Pre-requisite: EDUC 250 – Introduction to Education, TECH 206 – Introduction to Technology Education. Spring
TECH 371L – Technology Systems Lab* 1
This course consists of the activities in a lab format that supports the TECH 371 – Technology Systems course. Spring
TECH 391 – Foundations of Technology 2
Through group and individual activities, the students engage in discussion and laboratory activities based on science, mathematics and engineering. Creating ideas, developing innovations, and engineering practical solutions are explored. Pre-requisite: EDUC 250 – Introduction to Education, TECH 206 – Introduction to Technology Education. Fall
TECH 391L – Foundations of Technology Lab* 1
This course consists of the activities in a lab format that supports the TECH 391 – Foundations of Technology course. Fall
TECH 394 – Independent Study 1-3
A student-initiated course designed to expand course offerings to meet a special need. The major student effort may be a project or research activity. Pre-requisite: Instructor-approved proposal.
TECH 411 – Curriculum and Methods 2
Course covers the history and evolution of technology education from the 19 th century to the current standards movement. Methods and management techniques appropriate to the technology education laboratory are studied including the management of student organizations. Pre-requisite: EDUC 250 – Introduction to Education, TECH 206 – Introduction to Technology Education. Fall
TECH 416 – Innovations in Technology 2
Course focuses on how technology is designed to meet particular needs and wants at a given time. Students develop abilities to design use, maintain, and assess technology systems through simulations, prototyping, case studies, and group seminars that will engage the learner in developing solutions that lead to innovations. Fall
TECH 416L – Innovations in Technology Lab* 1
This course consists of the activities in a lab format that supports the TECH 416 – Innovations in Technology course. Fall
TECH 431 – Design for Engineering 2
Course provides an orientation and exposure to the careers and challenges of engineering. Major engineering concepts included are modeling, systems, optimization, technology-society interaction, design and ethics. Pre-requisite: EDUC 250 – Introduction to Education, TECH 206 – Introduction to Technology Education. Spring
TECH 431L – Design for Engineering Lab* 1
This course consists of the activities in a lab format that supports the TECH 431 – Design for Engineering course. Spring
TECH 450 – Electronic Communication 3
The course introduces common communications terminology, methods, and systems. Various modulation methods are studied as are radio, television, telephone, fax, modem, computer networks and satellite systems. Pre-requisite: TECH 241 – Concepts of Electronics. Offered on demand.
TECH 456 – Intelligent Machines 2
Course focuses on practical interfacing of computers to peripheral devices such as digital cameras, scanners, printers, storage devices, robots, actuators, motors, black boxes, and data capture probes. Commercial software components are also explored. Pre-requisite: EDUC 250 – Introduction to Education, TECH 206 – Introduction to Technology Education. Fall
TECH 456L – Intelligent Machines Lab* 1
This course consists of the activities in a lab format that supports the TECH 456 – Intelligent Machines course. Fall
TECH 471 – Technology and Entrepreneurship 2
The student applies his or her knowledge and research to areas of mass production, manufacturing, resources, management, and marketing in inventions and innovations. Analytical thinking decision-making, and continuous design improvements are emphasized. Pre-requisite: EDUC 250 – Introduction to Education, TECH 206 – Introduction to Technology Education. Offered on demand.
TECH 471L – Technology and Entrepreneurship Lab* 1
This course consists of the activities in a lab format that supports the TECH 471 – Technology and Entrepreneurship course. Offered on demand.
TECH 478 – Technology Assessment 2
Course familiarizes the student with issues surrounding technology assessment including the need for assessment, the role of the citizen, the role of the expert, the role of the government, the strengths and limitations of assessment. Pre-requisite: EDUC 250 – Introduction to Education, TECH 206 – Introduction to Technology Education. Spring
TECH 478L – Technology Assessment Lab* 1
This course consists of the activities in a lab format that supports the TECH 478 – Technology Assessment course. Spring
TECH 491 – Senior Portfolio 1
This course will assist the student developing the digital portfolio used to assess the student’s completion of the VCSU requirements for Abilities and Skills. The course will address both technical application and content. TECH 491 is a writing intensive and capstone course. Fall, Spring
TECH 495 – Senior Problems 1-3
The student demonstrates ability to draw upon his or her knowledge, and research skills obtained in the various courses to solve a problem of his or her selection. A significant research report is required. Pre-requisite: EDUC 250 – Introduction to Education, TECH 206 – Introduction to Technology Education.