| Graduate Courses |
| TECH 5310 Computer-Aided
Drafting and Design. (3-0) A study of the various aspects
of computer-aided drafting and design. Standard CADD software package
for both main frame and microcomputer systems are examined. Topics
include 2D, 3D, and solid modeling modes with primary concentration
on microcomputer applications. Prerequisite: TECH 1413 or equivalent. |
| TECH 5311 Computer Aided Engineering. (2-2) Application
of computer hardware and software to the design of products and
systems; geometric modeling; engineering computational methods;
overview of engineering analysis software which may include finite
element analysis, manufacturing simulation and solidification modeling,
and rapid prototyping.
Prerequisite: TECH 5310 and MATH 2471, or consent of instructor. |
| TECH 5315 Engineering Economic Analysis. (3-0) This
course deals with economic analytical techniques used in engineering
decision making. Topics include time value of money, comparing alternatives,
depreciation, replacement and income tax considerations. Prerequisite:
MATH 1315 or MATH 1319
or consent of instructor. |
| TECH 5361 Contemporary Construction Methods and Techniques. (3-0) Deals with current topics and trends in the construction industry. Construction engineering, including materials, soil and structure testing, estimating, scheduling, utilities, surveying, and site layout is covered. Prepared construction-related computer programs are utilitzed and evaluated. Prerequisite: TECH 4361 or consent of instructor. |
| TECH 5364 Statistical Application in Manufacturing Process
Control. (3-0) Provides the student with in-depth exploration
of inferential statistics as applied to manufacturing process control
and quality assurance. Topics covered include frequency distributions,
quality control charts, and experimental design. Prior experience
with introductory level statistics is assumed. Prerequisite: TECH
3364 or MGT 4330 or consent of instructor. |
| TECH 5382 Industrial Ecology. (3-0) Industrial pollutants
and their relationship to governmental law and regulation are covered
in this technical course. Course includes: evolution and current
trends of industrial ecology; storage, transportation, disposal
of hazardous industrial products, by-products and waste; air and
water quality standards; environmental legislation; and regulations
that apply to industrial systems. |
| 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 5385 Readings in Technology. (3-0) A study of
the ethical and moral viewpoints typically associated with American
society as related to the development and introduction of new technology
and engineering. Past, present and future issues will be studied
with selected readings focusing on industrial related problems and
issues. |
| TECH 5387 Planning Advanced Technology Facilities. (3-0)
An in-depth study of technical problems encountered in designing,
equipping, arranging, and specifying facility requirements for industrial
and technical training facilities. |
| TECH 5390 Research in
Technology. (3-0) Examination of scientific methods including
theory formulation, deductive reasoning, hypothesis generation,
observation, inductive reasoning, and theory revision. Categories
of research are compared and contrasted as regards methodology.
In-depth study of experimental research as it relates to significant
industrial problems including considerations of design, internal
and external validity, and appropriate analytical technique. Introduction
to data analysis and its proper interpretation. |
| TECH 5391 Computer-Integrated
Manufacturing. (2-2) Deals with the various aspects of
computer-integrated manufacturing, concentrating primarily on NC/CNC
turning, boring, drilling, and milling equipment. Standard programming
packages for both mainframe and microcomputer systems are examined
with primary concentration on direct and indirect microcomputer
interfacing. Minimal exposure to robotic arms and manipulators is
included.
Prerequisite: TECH 2330 and TECH
4362. |
| TECH 5392 Fundamentals
of VLSI Fabrication. (3-0) An introduction to integrated
circuit fabrication to include crystal growth, wafer preparation,
epitaxial growth, oxidation, diffusion, ion-implantation, thin film
deposition, lithography, etching, device and circuit formation,
packaging and testing. Significant project includes circuit design/simulation
and/or process design. Laboratory component involves actual production/testing
of a functional semiconductor device. |
| TECH 5394 Data Acquisition
and Analysis for Technology. (3-0) A study of experimental
design, instrumentation and data analysis in industrial research.
Various experimental designs are studied ranging from the one-dimensional
design to higher order factorial and randomized blocks designs.
Typical examples of instrumentation are introduced. The 5390/5394
sequence qualifies students to pursue the thesis. Prerequisite:
TECH 5390 |
| TECH 5399A Thesis.
This course represents a student's initial thesis enrollment. No
thesis credit is awarded until student has completed the thesis
in Technology 5399B. Graded on a credit (CR), progress (PR), no credit (F) basis. |
| 5399B Thesis This course represents a student's continuing thesis enrollments.
The student continues to enroll in this course until the thesis
is submitted for binding. Graded on credit (CR), progress (PR), no credit (F)
basis. |