Major in Industrial Technology | Major in Industrial Technology (Teacher Certification) | Minor in Industrial Technology (Construction) | Minor in Industrial Technology (Design and Development) | Minor in Industrial Technology (Electronics) | Minor in Industrial Technology (Industrial Management) | Minor in Industrial Technology | Course Descriptions
Coordinator: Douglas R. Ullrich (936)294-1188
Faculty: Dominick Fazarro, Doug Kingman, Joe Muller, Nedom Muns, Doug Ullrich
The mission of the Industrial Sciences and Technology Program is to provide an educational program designed to provide an educational experience in the areas of management, leadership and technology for students to prepare to meet industry challenges for the 21st century.
The program offers a Bachelor of Science degree with a major in Industrial Technology with programs in the following areas:
The Industrial Sciences and Technology Program offers courses in three different facilities. The Industrial Technology Building, located on Avenue M, provides students with hands-on experiences in drafting, water systems, and electrical systems, as well as metal, wood and concrete construction for residential and commercial structures. The computer-aided drafting lab (32 stations), housed in Room 220 in the Farrington building, provides students with experiences with several design programs. The electricity and electronics courses are offered in the Electronics Laboratory in Room 201 in the Thomason Building.
Technology students learn to draw upon the principles of management, physical sciences, technology of industry, liberal arts and basic engineering for the solution of problems involving industrial products, services, materials and processes, and the supervision and management of personnel.
Industrial Technology students typically choose minors from program areas within the department (see Minor area), while others will select from the College of Business Administration such as General Business Administration, Management, Marketing, etc. They also choose minors in Agricultural Mechanization, Computer Sciences, Criminal Justice and many others. These are typical minors; however, students should choose a minor that best suits their needs and interests.
The internship in industrial technology is intended to provide experience-based learning opportunities for students in their respective discipline of study. Students generally seek internship experience at the end of their sophomore or junior year. The course identifi ed for internship credit in industrial technology is IT 490 - Directed Studies. Internships may be arranged through student contact with providers or through departmental faculty and staff announcements and postings. All internships must receive departmental approval through application prior to the initiation of the internship. Maximum credit for internship is six (6) credit hours.
For additional information regarding admission requirements, degree programs, description of courses, and financial assistance available, please refer to the appropriate sections of this catalog. Brochures and information concerning the department and scholarships may be obtained by calling 936-294-1191 or writing: Sam Houston State University, Department of Agricultural Sciences, Industrial Technology Program, Huntsville, Texas 77341-2266. Website: www.shsu.edu/agr.
| First Year | Credit | Second Year | Credit |
| IT 110, 134, 151 | 7 | IT 171, 163, 232 | 9 |
| ENG 164, 165 | 6 | POL 261, POL (200-level) | 6 |
| MTH 163 | 3 | MTH 170 | 3 |
| PHY 138/118, 139/119 (Component Area 3) | 8 | Component Area 4 (Literature or PHL) | 3 |
| Approved Science Elective | 4 | Component Area 4(Visual & Performing Arts) | 3 |
| HIS 163, 164 | 6 | Component Area 4 (Cultural Studies) |
3 |
| 34 | Approved Science Elective | 4 | |
| KIN 215 | 1 | ||
| 32 | |||
| Third Year | Credit | Fourth Year | Credit |
| IT 374, 472 | 6 | IT 484 and IE 431 | 6 |
| IT or Approved AGM Advanced Electives | 12 | IT or Approved AGM Advanced Electives | 9 |
| ENG 330 or AGR 360 | 3 | Component Area 5(Social & Behavioral Sciences) | 3 |
| Minor | 9 | Minor (6 hrs Advanced) | 9 |
| 30 | 27 | ||
Note: Students should use elective and/or minor hours to satisfy the 42 advanced hour requirement.
| First Year | Credit | Second Year | Credit |
| IT 110, 134, 161 | 7 | IT 171, 163, 232 | 9 |
| ENG 164, 165 | 6 | POL 261, POL (200-level) | 6 |
| MTH 163 | 3 | MTH 170 | 3 |
| PHY 138/118, 139/119 (Component Area 3) | 8 | Component Area 4 (Literature or PHL) | 3 |
| Approved Science Elective | 4 | Component Area 4 (Visual & Performing Arts) | 3 |
| HIS 163, 164 | 6 | Component Area 4 (Cultural Studies) |
3 |
| 34 | Approved Science Elective | 4 | |
| KIN 215 | 1 | ||
| 32 | |||
| Third Year | Credit | Fourth Year | Credit |
| IT 374, 472, 484 | 9 | IE 431, IT 464 and 491 | 9 |
| IT or IE Advanced Electives | 6 | IT or IE Advanced Electives | 9 |
| COM 384 or AGR 360 | 3 | Component Area 5(Social & Behavioral Sciences) | 3 |
| RDG 492 | 3 | SED 480, 496, 497 | 9 |
| SED 374, 383, 494 | 9 | 30 | |
| 30 | |||
For certification purposes the minor is considered to be Secondary Education. No other minor is required, but if an additional teaching field is desired, the student must meet the requirements of that teaching field. For the degree of Bachelor of Science and a teaching certificate with an integrated teaching field in technology, the student must complete a minimum of 48 semester hours in Industrial Technology and 21 semester hours in Secondary Education. The courses listed above are required of all students who are majoring in Industrial Technology and seeking a teaching certificate. The student should be advised by the Industrial Sciences and Technology teacher educator. Contact the advisor at (936) 294-1216, or seek advisement for Industrial Sciences at the SAM Center.
| First Year | Credit | Second Year | Credit |
| IT 110, 134, 161, 171 | 10 | IT 163, 263 | 6 |
| ENG 164, 165 | 6 | MTH 170 | 3 |
| PHY 138/118, 139/119 (Component Area 3) | 8 | POL 261, POL (200-level) | 6 |
| MTH 163 | 3 | Component Area 4 (Literature or PHL) | 3 |
| HIS 163, 164 | 6 | Approved Science Elective | 4 |
| 33 | Component Area 4 (Visual & Performing Arts) |
3 | |
| Component Area 4 (Cultural Studies) | 3 | ||
| KIN 215 | 1 | ||
| 29 | |||
| Third Year | Credit | Fourth Year | Credit |
| IT 368, 371, 330, 372, 468, 470 | 18 | IT 433, 472 and 484 or IE 431 | 9 |
| ENG 330 or AGR 360 | 3 | IT 490 (6 hrs Internship) | 6 |
| Approved Science Elective | 4 | Minor (6 hrs Advanced) | 12 |
| Minor | 6 | Component Area 5 (Social & Behavioral Sciences) |
3 |
| 31 | 30 | ||
| First Year | Credit | Second Year | Credit |
| IT 110, 134 | 4 | IT 161, 171, 263 | 9 |
| ENG 164, 165 | 6 | Approved Science Elective | 4 |
| PHY 138/118, 139/119 (Component Area 3) | 8 | Component Area 4 (Literature or PHL) | 3 |
| Approved Science Elective | 4 | MTH 170 | 3 |
| MTH 163 | 3 | POL 261, POL (200-level) | 6 |
| HIS 163, 164 | 6 | Component Area 4 (Visual & Performing Arts) |
3 |
| 31 | Component Area 4 (Cultural Studies) | 3 | |
| KIN 215 | 1 | ||
| 32 | |||
| Third Year | Credit | Fourth Year | Credit |
| IT 374, 439, 467, 468, 473 | 15 | IT 480, 484, 488 and IE 431 | 12 |
| IT 433 | 3 | IT Advanced Electives | 6 |
| Minor | 9 | Minor (6 Advanced hours) | 9 |
| ENG 330 or AGR 360 | 3 | Component Area 5 (Social & Behavioral Sciences) |
3 |
| 30 | 30 | ||
| First Year | Credit | Second Year | Credit |
| IT 110, 134, 161 | 7 | IT 139, 171, 232, 235 | 12 |
| ENG 164, 165 | 6 | Component Area 4 (Literature or PHL) | 3 |
| MTH 163 | 3 | MTH 170 | 3 |
| PHY 136/116 | 4 | PHY 138/118, 139/119 (Component Area 3) | 8 |
| HIS 163, 164 | 6 | Component Area 4(Visual & Performing Arts) | 3 |
| POL 261 | 3 | POL (200-level) | 3 |
| 29 | 32 | ||
| Third Year | Credit | Fourth Year | Credit |
| IT 330, 373, 472, 473 | 12 | IT 484, 490T (6 hrs Internship) | 9 |
| Minor | 9 | IE 431 | 3 |
| PHY 395/315 | 4 | IT Advanced Electives | 3 |
| Component Area 4 (Cultural Studies) | 3 | ENG 330 or AGR 360 | 3 |
| KIN 215 | 1 | Minor (9 hrs Advanced) | 9 |
| 29 | Component Area 5 (Social & Behavioral Sciences) |
3 | |
| 30 | |||
| First Year | Credit | Second Year | Credit |
| IT 110, 134 | 4 | IT 161 | 3 |
| ENG 164, 165 | 6 | IT Electives | 6 |
| MTH 163 | 3 | MTH 170 | 3 |
| PHY 138/118, 139/119 (Component Area 3) | 8 | POL 261, POL (200-level) | 6 |
| Approved Science Electives | 4 | Approved Science Electives | 4 |
| HIS 163, 164 | 6 | Component Area 4 (Literature or PHL) | 3 |
| 31 | Component Area 4 (Visual & Performing Arts) |
3 | |
| Component Area 4 (Cultural Studies) | 3 | ||
| KIN 215 | 1 | ||
| 32 | |||
| Third Year | Credit | Fourth Year | Credit |
| IT 330, 374, 468, 470, 472 | 15 | IT 480, 484, 490T (6 hrs Internship) | 12 |
| IT electives (Adv) | 3 | IT Advanced Electives | 6 |
| Minor | 9 | Component Area 5(Social & Behavioral Sciences) | 3 |
| ENG 330 or AGR 360 | 3 | Minor (6 Advanced) | 9 |
| 30 | 30 | ||
The minors listed below may be selected to accompany any approved major at Sam Houston
State University except General Industrial Technology.
IE 430 Aims and Objectives of Vocational Industrial Education. A study of the history and philosophy of Vocational Industrial Education. Credit 3.
IE 431 Human Relations for Vocational Industrial Teachers. This course is designed to prepare the student to develop interpersonal skills and a better understanding of working relationships with people. Writing enhanced. Credit 3.
IE 463 Preparation of Instructional Materials. This course is designed to prepare a student in the selection, development, organization, and effective use of instructional materials in Industrial Education classes. It involves the study of types, values, limitations and sources of instruction sheets and other teaching aids. Credit 3.
IE 464 Methods of Teaching Industrial Subjects. A study of the objectives and the selection, organization and presentation of the subject matter of the various areas of Industrial Education including the organization of units of work, and demonstration teaching. Writing enhanced. Credit 3.
IE 479 Occupational Analysis and Curriculum Development. This course is designed to enable a student to analyze trades, occupational pursuits and jobs for divisions, operations and information in order to develop a curriculum compatible to his/her teaching field. Writing enhanced. Credit 3.
IE 482 Work-Based Learning. This course is to prepare the Work-Based Learning teacher to implement and teach a Work-Based Learning co-operative education class. The content will cover methods of student selection, work station qualifications, training plans, state and federal laws, and integration of the school and industrial work experience. Credit 3.
IE 491 Laboratory Management, Organization and Control. This course is designed to prepare students to successfully manage laboratory activities, organize their labs in accordance with contemporary concepts, and to control materials/supplies within their laboratories. Prerequisite: Junior standing or consent of instructor. Credit 3.
*IT 110 Introduction to Professional Leadership Skills. This course focuses on leadership and study skills necessary for succeeding in the many career options available to professionals in industrial education, business and industry. This course is intended for beginning students. Credit 1.
IT 134 Electronics Technology I. This course is designed to provide fundamental understanding of electronics in DC circuits. Emphasis is on knowledge and application of electrical safety, power generation, metering instruments and circuit analysis. Laboratory experiences include “hands-on” circuit construction and basic troubleshooting. Credit 3.
IT 139 Introduction to Computer-Aided Drafting. This course is intended to provide the student with an understanding of Computer- Aided Drafting principles. Students will utilize the software command structure of two popular CAD programs, namely AutoCAD and MicroStation, to complete a number of typical and practical drafting application exercises. Approximately one-half of the semester will be spent on each program. Credit 3.
IT 161 Engineering Graphics. This is a recognized standard course in beginning drawing for engineering and industrial education. Prerequisite: IT 139. Credit 3.
IT 163 Construction Technology I. This course is a study of materials and methods of wood frame construction found in residential and commercial construction focusing on aspects of load-bearing structural design elements. Instruction is given in the correct use of hand tools and machine tools, job safety, job-site controls, material handling, equipment, and application. Laboratory experiences include design and construction of a wood frame structure with elements typically found in residential construction. (2-2). Credit 3.
IT 166 Machining Technology I. This course serves as an introduction to the problems, techniques, and processes of modern machining technology. Instruction is given in the use of hand and machine tools, introduction to computer numerical control, product planning and development, metric measurement, safety, and opportunities for employment in the machining industry. Credit 3.
\IT 171 Descriptive Geometry. This course emphasizes problems of space relations of points, lines, surfaces, intersections, and developed surfaces, and their application to the graphical solution of engineering problems. Prerequisites: IT 139,161. Credit 3.
IT 232 Electronics Technology II. This course is an in-depth study of the electronic principles associated with AC circuits. Topics of study include network theorems, circuit analysis methods, resonance, fi lters and frequency responses of reactive circuits. Prerequisite: IT 134 or consent of instructor. Credit 3.
IT 235 Solid State Electronics. This course is designed to provide in-depth knowledge and experience in the principles and applications of solid-state devices. Specific emphasis is placed on the construction, characteristics and applications of diodes, rectifiers, transistors, thyristors and integrated circuits. Laboratory experience is gained through circuit construction, testing and troubleshooting. Prerequisite: IT 232 or consent of instructor. Credit 3.
IT 263 Home Planning. This course consists of the development of a set of plans and specifications for a small residence. Prerequisite: IT 161. Credit 3.
IT 267 Elements of Metal Technology. This course is a study of materials and methods of construction found in metal building systems. Instruction is given in the correct use of hand and power tools, job safety, job-site controls, material handling, equipment and application. Aspects of load design calculations, fastener use, metal coatings, and erection equipment are studied. Laboratory instruction includes basic metal working processes (welding, sheet-metal, foundry, and wrought-iron work) used in metal frame construction. (2-2). Credit 3.
IT 330 Contemporary Technology Innovations, Issues and Perspectives. This course provides a study of societal technologies and their effects on the daily lives of consumers. The course presents the pervasive nature of technology innovations and increases the awareness of the promises of uncertainty associated with the use of technology as a human enterprise. Writing enhanced. Credit 3.
IT 360-361 Related Science, Mathematics, and Technology in Occupations. This is the written portion of an 18-hour segment of proficiency examinations. Prerequisite: Consent of department chair. Credit 6.
IT 362-363 Manipulative Skills in Occupations. This segment is for the manipulative portion of the proficiency examination. Prerequisite: Consent of department chair. Credit 6.
IT 364-365 Knowledge of Related Subjects in Occupations and Personal Qualifications. This is the oral portion of the proficiency examination. Prerequisite: Consent of department chair. Credit 6.
IT 368 Construction Processes. This course is a study of materials and methods of construction found in concrete and masonry structures. Concrete chemistry, mixing and placement equipment, testing, finishing techniques, reinforcing, formwork, specification, and job-site safety implementing these materials are studied. Laboratory experiences include batch sampling and testing and small group projects implementing concrete and masonry methods and materials. Prerequisite: IT 163. (2-2). Credit 3.
IT 370 Construction Technology II. This course focuses on non-structural construction typically found in cabinetry, trim, and furniture construction. Included is the study of woods, synthetic materials, hardware, and wood joinery. Instruction is given in the correct use of hand and machine tools, job safety, job-site controls, and material specification. Lab experiences include designing, planning, construction, and finishing of a piece of cabinetwork or furniture. (2-2). Credit 3.
IT 371 Civil Drafting. This course will consist of drafting techniques and requirements necessary for civil engineering offices. Topics include survey drafting, map drafting, topos, site plans, subdivision plats, profile drawings and other related topics. Prerequisites: IT 171. Credit 3.
IT 372 Construction Drafting. This course will consist of techniques and requirements necessary to the commercial or heavy construction industry. Topics will include foundation design, commercial building design and other structural works. Emphasis will also be given to pre-manufactured metal constructed building design. Prerequisites: IT 263. Credit 3.
IT 373 Industrial Electronics. The principles and operation of electrical switching, timing and control devices are studied with emphasis on industrial solid state and digital controls. Topics of coverage include serveomechanisms, tranducers, motor control systems and closed-loop industrial systems. Prerequisite: IT 232 or consent of instructor. Credit 3.
IT 374 Time and Motion Study. A study of the principles of motion economy, work measurement and improvement of production methods as they apply to modern industry. Attention is given to human relations, work simplification, and selected charting procedures. Prerequisite: Junior standing or consent of instructor. Credit 3.
IT 379 Industrial Systems Drafting. This course includes the illustration and preparation of drawings and the related symbolism used in electrical and fluid fields. Related and required piping and fitting fundamentals are also covered. Prerequisites: IT 161. Credit 3.
*IT 433 Construction Management and Procedures. This course is designed to provide a general knowledge of construction applications and procedures. Emphasis is on site preparation, foundations, and concrete. Emphasis will be placed on the responsibility of general or prime contractors and specialty contractors. Students will be taught cost estimation and procedures for bidding. Credit 3.
IT 467 Mechanical Modeling. This course consists of the principles and techniques involved in designing and drawing machine parts and other items normally required in an industrial setting. Topics include sectioning, dimensioning, view rotation, symbols, legends, developments, and blueprint details. Prerequisites: IT 139 and 161. Credit 3.
IT 468 Cost Estimating of Construction Materials. This course is devoted to the study of qualities, types, and sizes of materials such as lumber and other wood products, masonry, paint, hardware, ceramic and metal products. In addition cost estimates for materials and labor is studied by figuring the cost estimate of a small residence. Extensive use is made of actual samples and other visual aids. Prerequisite: 12 hrs. IT courses or consent of instructor. Credit 3.
*IT 469 Special Topics in Industrial Technology. Individual study in specialized areas of Industrial Technology. To be directed and approved by the Industrial Technology advisor. This course is designed to be a multitopic course. The student can take the course under various special topics being offered. Credit 3.
IT 470 Construction Plans and Documents. This course is designed to give a clear insight into the particular problems of construction and proper construction procedures. The site selection, availability of services, grading, subsurface explorations to determine foundation needs, construction organization, and other activities of construction are presented in logical units. Prerequisites: 12 hours of Industrial Technology or consent of instructor. Credit 3.
IT 472 Industrial Safety. This course is a study of the problems involved in developing an integrated safety program for an industrial or commercial establishment. It involves safety education, safe worker practices, recognition and elimination of health hazards, machinery guards, in-plant traffic, material handling and emergency treatment for industrial accidents. Writing enhanced. Credit 3.
IT 473 Digital Electronics. This course is a study of the principles and applications of digital logic circuits including logic gates, counters, shift registers, and combinational logic circuits. Laboratory experiences consist of experimental problems. Prerequisite: IT 235 or consent of instructor. Credit 3.
IT 480 Material Handing and Plant Layout. This course is the study of the basic requirements needed to develop the most efficient layouts of equipment and of operating and service facilities whether in manufacturing plants, warehouses, or other industrial or business applications. Special emphasis is on the necessary coordination between plant layout, materials handling, work simplification and production planning, and operation control. Credit 3.
IT 484 Supervisory Personnel Practices. This course introduces students to the principles of management as pertaining to personnel. Responsibilities of management, industrial economics, supervisory information, training, group dynamics, work simplification, labor and human relations, working conditions, morale, motivation, and mental health are covered. Writing enhanced. Credit 3.
IT 488 Technical Illustration. A study and application of the tools, skills, standards and opportunities associated with the field of technical illustration. Prerequisites: IT 139, 161 plus 6 hrs. drafting. Credit 3.
IT 490 Directed Studies. Designed to provide students with the opportunity to gain specialized experience in one or more of the following areas: internship, laboratory procedures, individualized study, innovative curricula, workshops, specialized training schools, and seminars. Internship is required of all teacher education majors. Writing enhanced. Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing. May be repeated or taken concurrently to a maximum of 9 hours. Variable credit.
IT 490T Work-Base Mentorship. Students work in their specialization in the industry. Students may complete their internship in one or two semesters. Students must work 100 clock hours for 1 college credit. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Credit 6.