Bulletin 2000-2002

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Technology Programs

The School of Engineering and Technology offers a variety of technology programs at the associate and bachelor’s degree levels. Programs for full-time students pursuing these technology departments are presented in this section. Although the school sets the normal length of time needed to complete each degree program, the required time may vary for individual students. For example, well-qualified students with excellent high school preparation may complete a program in less than the length of time indicated. Other students who decide to combine cooperative (co-op) education or internships with their course work may take more time to complete all degree requirements. Students may adjust their course loads for job or personal reasons, and plans of study can be tailored to meet the needs of part-time and evening students. Needing to study over a longer time should be no obstacle to completing the program successfully.

Associate of Science

Science and technology activities range from the applied and practical to the highly theoretical and abstract. At one extreme are the theoretical scientists; at the other are the mechanics, draftspersons, and service personnel. Within this spectrum, educational backgrounds include doctoral degrees, master’s degrees, bachelor’s degrees, and associate degrees at the university level, as well as certificates and diplomas from other postsecondary educational and training institutions.

The Associate of Science degree offered in the School of Engineering and Technology at IUPUI is awarded upon successful completion of two years of university-level study in applied science. Graduates of these programs are called technicians.

Technicians’ jobs require applying technical knowledge and skills and, normally, the manipulative skills necessary to perform technical tasks. Technicians have considerable knowledge of the materials and processes involved and know how to apply the principles of physical and biological sciences, generally using instruments rather than tools. Their job contribution is mainly through mental activity, combined with applied skills. In many organizations the technician can move up in the organization to higher levels of responsibility, if he or she is capable and is willing to pursue further education.

 

The following associate degree programs are offered by the School of Engineering and Technology at IUPUI:

Program Administered by

Architectural Technology Department of Construction Technology

Biomedical Electronics Department of Technology Electrical Engineering Technology

Civil Engineering Department of Technology Construction Technology

Computer Integrated Department of Manufacturing Mechanical Technology Engineering Technology

Computer Technology Department of Computer (Commercial Option) Technology

Computer Technology Department of Computer (Technical Option) Technology

Electrical Engineering Department of Technology Electrical Engineering Technology

Electronics Manufacturing Departments of Technology Mechanical Engineering Technology and Electrical Engineering Technology

Interior Design Department of Construction Technology

Technical Graphics Department of Mechanical Engineering Technology

Mechanical Engineering Department of Technology Mechanical Engineering Technology

Organizational Leadership Department of and Supervision Organizational Leadership and Supervision

Bachelor of Science

The Bachelor of Science degree is awarded under the "two-plus-two" education plan. A student following this plan first earns an associate degree in two years and then may complete a bachelor’s degree after two more years. Transfer students must meet all departmental requirements.

A student is awarded an Associate of Science degree upon successful completion of the two-year program. This degree indicates that the person who receives it is educated at the technician level. These individuals may go directly into the work force, or they may decide to continue their studies.

Students who want to continue may be admitted for an additional two years of bachelor’s-level study in the various technology programs. Students who successfully complete such a program are awarded a Bachelor of Science degree, which provides the basis for increased job responsibility.

The following technology bachelor’s degree programs are available to qualified students:

Program Administered by

Computer Integrated Department of Manufacturing Mechanical Engineering Technology Technology

Computer Technology Department of Computer Technology

Construction Technology Department of Construction Technology

Electrical Engineering Department of Electrical Technology Engineering Technology

Mechanical Engineering Department of Technology Mechanical Engineering Technology

Organizational Leadership Department of and Supervision Organizational Leadership and Supervision

For more specific information, see the advisors in the respective departments.

Technology Plans of Study

Semester-by-semester plans of study follow for the technology programs available in the school. These plans generally reflect the order in which courses are offered. In each plan, departmental courses are listed first, followed by courses outside the department or school that are required or recommended. Technology courses are described in the section "Technology Course Descriptions" in this bulletin.

In some technology plans of study, the word "selective" is used. This term refers to a course chosen from a list of particular courses recommended by the departments in a given area or subject. Students should get in touch with their faculty advisors for information about permissible electives or selectives.
 

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