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for California State University, Fresno.
Department of Industrial Technology
COURSES
- Industrial Technology (I T)
- Bachelor of Vocational Education (BVE)
- Industrial Technology (I T) --- Graduate Courses
- Industrial Technology (I T) --- In-Service Courses
Industrial Technology
(I T)
12. Basic Vehicle Systems (3)
Design, construction, and mechanical functions of vehicle engines,
fuel systems, electrical systems, power transmission, brakes,
and wheel suspension; proper use and safety of tools and equipment.
(2 lecture, 3 lab hours)
20. Technology and Society (3)
Examines the critical relationship between society and technology.
Looks at contemporary issues such as technology and gender, the
fate of skill and labor's power under changing conditions, technology
and war, the problem of technocracy, technology and consumer culture,
and technological relations to the natural environment. G.E. Breadth
D3.
41. Industrial Design Graphics (3)
Application of the fundamentals of industrial design graphics.
Sketching, lettering, orthographic projection, working drawings,
auxiliary views, dimensioning, developments, pictorial drawings,
duplication; interrelationship to the design process. Introduction
to CAD. (6 lab hours)
45. Industrial Technology Exhibits and Competitions (3)
Provides a structure for students to be involved in various industrial
technology exhibits and competitions, industrial technology research
and development, project management, and team work. CR/NC grading
only. (6 lab hours) (Formerly I T 145)
52. Electricity and Electronics
(3)
(Same as ME AG 53.) Introduction to electricity including
fundamentals of electrostatics, alternating and direct current
electrical circuits, electrical calculations, magnetics, circuit
applications, electrical measuring, and test equipment. Schematics
and wiring diagrams, standards, and codes. (2 lecture, 2 lab hours)
(Course fee, $5)
60. Basic Graphic Arts (3)
Introduction to the graphic arts; letterpress, photo offset lithography,
screen printing; layout, composition, imposition, presswork, bindery.
(6 lab hours; field trips) (Course fee, $6)
71. Metallurgical Processes (3)
(Same as ME AG 50.) Fundamentals of metallurgy; properties
and characteristics of metals; survey of metal welding processes,
equipment, and procedures; theory-discussion and laboratory experience
in oxygen-fuel welding, cutting, brazing, and shielded metallic
arc welding. (6 lab hours) (Course fee variable)
74. Manufacturing Processes (3)
Study of how consumer and industrial products are manufactured,
focusing on how raw materials (primarily metal and plastic) are
changed into finished products. Topics include production processes
of material addition, forming, casting, removal, separation, assembly,
and finishing. (2 lecture, 2 lab hours) (Course fee, $7)
80. Wood Processing Technology (3)
Wood properties, materials, finishing; hand, portable electric,
and machine tool processing; design, production planning; safety,
adhesives, and cutting principles; machine design and use. (6
lab hours) (Course fee, $10)
92. Industrial Safety Management (3)
Principles of safety management in an industrial environment;
safety legislation and programs; management/supervisory and employee
responsibilities and attitudes; physical hazards associated with
chemicals, equipment, fire, compressed gases; other topics include
eye, stress, drugs, lifting, office, and noise safety.
101. Globalization of Technology and Society (3)
Prerequisite: junior or senior standing. Explores the impact of
past and current technologies on the U.S. and world societies.
Topics include the history of technology and how technology influences
the environmental, cultural, economic, and political institutions
of the U.S. and the world.
102. Industrial Computer Concepts and Applications (3)
Introduction to industrial computer systems. Comprehensive view
of the components of a modern industrial information processing
system and the parts each component plays in the processing of
data. (2 lecture, 2 lab hours) (Computer lab fee, $15)
104. Product Design (3)
Prerequisite: I T 115. Elements, principles, and methods of
design. Emphasis will be placed on the development of models and
prototypes with attention to standard components, productivity,
and packaging. (2 lecture, 2 lab hours)
106. Energy Conversion and Utilization (3)
Fundamental sources of energy, including the following energy
conversion systems: direct mechanical, external combustion, internal
combustion, solar power, wind power, electrical and atomic sys
tems. Experiments and demonstrations. (2 lecture, 2 lab hours;
field trips)
107. Facilities Planning and Materials Handling (3)
Facility planning techniques as applied to facility location,
zoning, building codes, line balancing, shipping-receiving, offices,
material handling, storage, project scheduling, and computerized
layout.
110. Fluid Power (3)
Prerequisite: I T 52. Selective study of fluid power principles
and applications; hydraulics, pneumatics, and vacuum; includes
pumps, controls, transmission systems, actuators, and fluidics.
In-depth study of air conditioning-heating theory and applications.
(6 lab hours; field trips) (Course fee, $5)
112. Industrial Process Control Systems I (3)
Process control principles; components and principles; transducers,
actuators, sensors, and instrumentation; computer interface software,
terminologies, standards, and trends in control technologies.
Programmable logic controller principles, hardware, and software.
(2 lecture, 2 lab hours)
114. Industrial Materials (3)
Chemical and physical properties of metals, polymers, ceramics,
composites. Atomic structure and phases of matter emphasizing
crystalline and amorphous solids. Me chanical properties, strength
and testing of materials including impact, hardness, and tensile.
Metallographic, microscopic inspection of electronic, and metallic
specimens. (2 lecture, 2 lab hours)
115. CAD Principles and Methods (3)
I T 41 recommended prior to enrollment. Computer-aided design
applications. Special emphasis in manufacturing, construction,
and interior design applications. Exposure to CAD software packages.
(2 lecture, 2 lab hours)
116. Applied Visual Programming (3)
Contemporary computer language used in office automation and
manufacturing industry; basic concepts on structural programming,
object-oriented language, programming mechanics, user interface
development, and Internet applications. (2 lecture, 2 lab hours)
117. Quality Assurance (3)
Prerequisites: I T 102. Quality assurance principles and practices
in industry: quality assurance systems, acceptance sampling, testing,
source surveillance; probability and statistical concepts, process
control techniques and measurement procedures as applied to quality.
118. Production Operations (3)
Prerequisite: I T 102. A survey of production manufacturing operations:
quality assurance, work sampling, testing, time and motion study;
routing, scheduling, and inventory control; flow processes, material
handling, and automation. (Field trips)
119. Computer-Integrated Manufacturing Concepts (3)
Prerequisites: a computer programming language; I T 118 or equivalent.
Strategies on how to implement Computer-Integrated Manufacturing
(CIM) for a complete manufacturing enterprise. Focuses on CIM
systems, opportunities, concerns and solutions; design, development,
implementation, and operations; and employees' educational programs.
Team efforts and management are emphasized. (2 lecture, 3 lab
hours)
120. Vehicle Engine Systems (3)
Prerequisites: I T 12, 52 or concurrently. Advanced study of vehicle
engines and support systems. Includes engine theory, fuel and
electrical systems, turbochargers, LPG, diesel, computerized emission
and engine controls, and dynamometer testing analysis. (6 lab
hours; field trips)
121. Automotive Engine Machining (3)
Prerequisites: I T 12, 74. Advanced study of automotive engine
machining including precision measurements, principles of engine
operation, machining of engine components, crack detection, assembly
procedures, lubricating and cooling systems. (6 lab hours; field
trips) (Course fee, $6)
122. Vehicle Chassis Analysis (3)
Prerequisite: I T 12. Advanced study of vehicle chassis components
including power transmission, brake systems, wheel suspension,
air conditioning, body repair and refinishing, computer controls
and diagnostics. (6 lab hours; field trips)
127. Vehicle Design and Development (3)
Design and mechanical development of vehicles for intercollegiate
competition events. Students will select one or more vehicle research
projects: innovative future fuels, supermileage, mini baja, for
mula, aero design, walking robot. (6 lab hours)
129. Vehicle Diagnostic Procedures (3)
Prerequisites: I T 12, 52 or concurrently. Laboratory study and
analysis of mechanical, electrical, and computer control problems.
Technical reports. (6 lab hours) (Course fee, $5)
131. Automated Systems I (3)
Prerequisite: I T 52. Number systems, Boolean logic, and fundamentals
of digital devices; basic applications of logic devices in computers
and control systems. (1 lecture, 4 lab hours; field trips) (Course
fee, $5)
133. Industrial Process Control Systems II (3)
Prerequisites: I T 52. Programmable logic controller principles
and equipment; programming languages, procedures, and documentation;
equipment and software selection and application. (2 lecture,
2 lab hours)
134. Computer-Aided Manufacturing Systems I (3)
Prerequisite: I T 74. Study, analysis, and evaluation of robotics
systems. APT programming language for numerical control and application
languages for robots. Use of robot vision and the geometry of
computer vision applications. (2 lecture, 3 lab hours)
135. Computer-Aided Process Planning (3)
Prerequisites: I T 115, 177. Applications of computers to process
planning, group technology; tool and fixture design; and route
sheet preparation. (2 lecture, 2 lab hours)
137. International Quality Standards (3)
Prerequisite: I T 117. ISO 9000 and related international quality
systems. Implementation process. Conformance standards, quality
system requirements, and the registration and audit processes.
144. Tool Design Graphics (3)
Application of graphics to industrial work holding devices; their
application, drawing, and design. Construction of working drawings
aided by standards, company catalogs, and handbooks. Final designs
subjected to student presentation and evaluation. (6 lab hours;
field trips)
146. Multimedia Development (3)
Integration of a variety of media types: graphics, animation,
digital video, and sound. Emphasis placed on development and creation
of multimedia as applied to various CAD/CAM projects, the process
of bringing live interactivity to the Internet, Web page development,
and desktop publishing. (Formerly I T 191T)
147. Advanced CAD Applications (3)
Prerequisites: I T 115. CAD as a tool to facilitate design activities.
An overview of design processes and methods. Solid modeling techniques
are introduced. A team approach in system design is emphasized.
(2 lecture, 2 lab hours)
148. Project Planning and Control (3)
Prerequisite: I T 115. Computer-Integrated Manufacturing (CIM)
systems utilized in manufacturing industries, systems development
cycle, systems analysis, justification, benchmarking, personnel,
and facilities planning.
156. Automated Systems II (3)
Prerequisite: I T 52. Study and analysis of the characteristics
and industrial applications of electric motors. Major emphasis
is placed on programmable, solid state, and electromechanical
motor controllers. (1 lecture, 4 lab hours; field trips) (Course
fee, $4)
158. Applied Computer Networking I (3)
Prerequisite: I T 102. Internet, intranet, local area network
concepts, protocols, architectures, and implementation issues.
Data communication in office technology and manufacturing automation.
(2 lecture, 2 lab hours) (Field trips)
160. Graphic Communication Developments (3)
Prerequisite: I T 60. An investigation of the graphic reproduction
processes including laboratory experiences, practical application,
and frequent industrial trade tours. In-depth study of individually
selected topics resulting in written and oral research reports.
(6 lab hours; field trips) (Course fee, $10)
161. Photo Offset Lithography (3)
Prerequisite: I T 60. Photo offset lithography techniques and
processes: design, layout, cold type composition, and paste-up,
line, and half-tone copy, imposition, multicolor printing. (6
lab hours; field trips) (Course fee, $20)
163. Applied Computer Networking II (3)
Prerequisite: I T 158. Understanding complex networks, such as
IP, IPX, Frame Relay and ISDN. An analysis of the technology used
to increase bandwidth and quicken network response times. Network
security, global intranet, custom queuing, and routed priority
services.
177. Computer-Aided Manufacturing Systems II (3)
Prerequisite: I T 102. Computer numerically controlled hardware
including milling and turning centers and flexible manufacturing
systems. Programming in languages common to computer numerically
controlled machine tools. Computer-controlled machining of industrial
materials including aluminum, brass, steel, plastic, expanded
foam, and wax. (2 lecture, 3 lab hours)
184. Advanced Manufacturing Technology (3)
Prerequisite: I T 74. Production processing, using metallic
and nonmetallic materials, including product design, work cells,
tooling, capacity planning, material handling, scheduling and
flow chart. (6 lab hours; field trips) (Course fee, $10)
190. Independent Study (1-3; max total 6)
See Academic Placement -- Independent
Study. Approved for SP grading. (Course fee variable)
191T. Technical Topics in Industrial Technology (1-3; max total
6)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Investigation and analysis
of selected subjects in industrial technology. (2-6 lab hours)
194. Cooperative Education in Industrial Technology (1-4; max
total 12)
Prerequisites: courses appropriate to the work experience; permission
of department cooperative education coordinator; junior standing.
Integration of work experience with academic program, individually
planned through program adviser. CR/NC grading only.
196. Senior Seminar (1)
Prerequisite: senior standing. Exploration of technology systems
management trends and preparation for employment or further study
in technical fields. Technology forecasting, orientation to professional
certifications, employment correspondence, and interview techniques.
198W. Technical Writing (3)
Prerequisites: satisfactory completion (C or better)
of the ENGL 1 graduation requirement; completion of 56 units.
Preparation of technical reports, research proposals, specifications,
resumes, and corre spondence using effective writing techniques,
formats, and styles. Meets upper-division writing skill requirement
for graduation.
199. Senior Problem in Industrial Technology (3)
Prerequisite: successful completion of Upper-Division Writing
Exam or I T 198W. Approved problem or research project, with seminar,
in the area of the student's option and emphasis. Approved for
SP grading.
Bachelor of Vocational Education (BVE)
170. Technology and Society (3)
Historical development of technology and its impact on people
and their institutions. Emphasis will be placed on people and
their institutions, the consequences of rapid technological change
as it relates to education and training, and work environment
and environmental concerns.
172. Foundation for Occupational Education (3)
Presents concepts of vocational education and how they relate
to other subject areas. Covers history, traditions, delivery systems,
funding, practices, current issues, initiatives and policies.
Looks at implications of the Swan Bill. (Career experience credit.)
174. Learning, Instruction, and Classroom Management
in Vocational/Adult Education (3)
Exploration of individual traits and differences during stages
of development that affect the way students learn. Covers instructional
procedures and classroom organization and management. Looks at
stoical development of technology and its impact on people and
their institutions.
175. Student Diversity in Adult/Vocational Education (3)
An overview of the diversity of student populations, the adult
learning process, and interpersonal relations. Specifically addresses
the identification of special needs populations and the application
of learning strategies, activities, and materials with these students.
176. Curriculum Development and Evaluation in Vocational
Education (3)
Preparation of unit plans that include goals, objectives, topical
outlines, strategies, activities, safety considerations, and materials.
Assessment of student skills and knowledge. Program evaluation
including follow-up of students, employers, and advisory committees.
Articulation agreements.
178. Leadership and Program Development (3)
Prerequisite: recommend completion of BVE 170. Introduction, definition,
and discussion of leadership concepts. Importance of leadership
as a quality characteristic for employability, success, and career
advancement. Techniques for identifying, initiating, and implementing
vocational education programs.
179. Supervisor's Role
in the Administration of Vocational Education Programs (3)
Prerequisite: BVE 178. Covers responsibility and authority of
supervisors in vocational education, including personnel procedures
and laws concerning selection, training, development, and evaluation.
Also covers employee morale and productivity using mission approach.
Includes budgeting, funding, and legislative actions related to
vocational programs.
GRADUATE COURSES
(See Course Numbering System.)
The following graduate courses are open only to students who have
been accepted into a graduate program. Students who are not in
graduate standing should contact the department graduate coordinator
prior to enrolling.
Industrial Technology (I T)
223. Management of New Technology (3)
Study of the developmental history of technology and its impact
on people and their institutions. Topics focus on the consequences
of rapid technological change as it relates to education and train
ing, energy demands, and environmental concerns.
280. Research Methodology (3)
Prerequisites: ERF 153. Seminar in research procedures in industrial
education and technology; basic bibliography, research form and
methods. (Formerly I Ed 280)
282. Advanced Communication Concepts and Visual Presentations
(3)
Prerequisite: I T 115. Preparation and use of agendas, memoranda,
business letters, electronic mail, fax communications. Video development
and slide and transparency preparation and the incorpora tion
of these media into presentations. Interview techniques, resume
evaluations, dictation skills, professional relations with personnel,
business etiquette. (Formerly I Ed 284T section)
283. Advanced Materials and Processes (3)
Prerequisite: I T 114. Chemical and physical properties of metals,
polymers, ceramics and composites. The atomic structure and phases
of matter emphasizing crystalline and amorphous solids. Materials
technology of metallic, polymeric, ceramic, and advanced composites
are stressed.
284T. Topics in Industrial Technology
(2-3; max total 9 toward master's degree if no area repeated)
Advanced study in technical areas; current industrial practices,
developments and trends related to design, materials, and processes.
285. Advanced Manufacturing Systems (3)
Prerequisites: I T 74, 115. A comprehensive study of modern manufacturing
systems. Topics include plant layout, material control and transfer,
operations measurement, transfer lines, CNC and DNC, machine tool
network, computer-integrated manufacturing, flexible manufacturing
systems, group technology, robotics, and manual assembly systems.
290. Independent Study
(1-3; max total 6 if no area repeated; max combined total with
I T 270 is 12)
See Academic Placement -- Independent
Study. Approved for SP grading.
298. Project (2-4; max total 4)
Prerequisites: I T 280; prior advancement to candidacy. See Criteria for Thesis and Project.
Completion of an approved project appropriate to the candidate's
area of specialization involving the development of a physical
prototype or other similar professional problem-solving activity
with extensive written documentation. Abstract required. Approved
for SP grading.
299. Thesis (2-4; max total 4)
Prerequisites: I T 280; prior advancement to candidacy. See Criteria for Thesis and Project.
Preparation, completion, and submission of an acceptable thesis
for the master's degree. Approved for SP grading.
IN-SERVICE COURSE
(See Course Numbering System.)
Industrial Technology (I T)
341. Problems in Industrial Technology (2-3; max total
6 if no area repeated)
Prerequisite: permission of instructor. Intensive analysis
of a selected area in industrial technology. Research paper, project,
or reports.
Industrial Technology Degrees