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2011-2012 General Catalog 
    
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Course Descriptions


 

Accounting

  
  • ACCT 2010 - Financial Accounting Principles


    3 credits

    Survey of uses of accounting information by investors and creditors for decision making. Emphasis on basic accounting principles used to prepare, analyze, and interpret financial statements.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: STAT 1040  or MATH 1030 or MATH 1050  (MATH 1050  or equivalent is required for Huntsman School of Business majors); and GPA of 2.5 or higher.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
3
  
  • ACCT 2020 - Managerial Accounting Principles


    3 credits

    Survey of uses of accounting information by managers for decision making, including planning, budgeting, and controlling operations. Emphasizes accumulation, analysis, and control of product and service costs.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: ACCT 2010 

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
3
  
  • ACCT 3110 - Intermediate Financial Accounting and Reporting I


    3 credits

    Study of accounting principles, theory, and practice relating to financial reporting of assets.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher; grade of B or better in ACCT 2010 ; ACCT 2020 ; successful completion of the accounting entrance exam (www.huntsman.usu.edu/acct/); admittance to a USU major; and completion of at least 40 credits.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
3
  
  • ACCT 3120 - Intermediate Financial Accounting and Reporting II


    3 credits

    Study of accounting principles, theory, and practice relating to liabilities, equities, and other contemporary issues.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: ACCT 3110 ; admittance to a USU major; cumulative GPA of 2.67 or higher; and completion of at least 40 credits.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
3
  
  • ACCT 3310 - Strategic Cost Management


    3 credits

    Contemporary theory and applications in the accumulation, analysis, and interpretation of accounting information for internal decision-making and control.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: Cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher; grade of B or better in ACCT 2010 ; ACCT 2020 ; successful completion of the accounting entrance exam (www.huntsman.usu.edu/acct/); admittance to a USU major; and completion of at least 40 credits.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
3
  
  • ACCT 3410 - Income Taxation I


    3 credits

    Emphasis on Federal income taxation of individiuals. Introduction to tax research methods and taxation of corporations and partnerships.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: Admittance to a USU major; cumulative GPA of 2.67 or higher; and completion of at least 40 credits.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
3
  
  • ACCT 4200 - Advanced Accounting


    3 credits

    Study of accounting principles and theory relating to business combinations, nonprofit organizations, and governmental accounting.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: ACCT 3120 ; admittance to a USU major; cumulative GPA of 2.67 or higher; and completion of at least 40 credits.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
3
  
  • ACCT 4300 - Accounting Internship


    3 credits

    Provides accounting internship experience in a career-related position approved by the School of Accountancy and the Cooperative Education Office.

    Cross-listed as: ACCT 6300 .

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
3
  
  • ACCT 4410 - Income Taxation II


    3 credits

    Federal income taxation of partnerships, corporations, S-corporations, estates and trusts, and gifts.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: ACCT 3410 ; admittance to a USU major; cumulative GPA of 2.67 or higher; and completion of at least 40 credits.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
3
  
  • ACCT 4500 - Accounting Information Systems


    3 credits

    Theoretical concepts underlying the accounting system’s computerized support of business processes. Topics include accounting systems development, controls, security, and audit.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: ACCT 3110 ; admittance to a USU major; cumulative GPA of 2.67 or higher; and completion of at least 40 credits.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Spring
3
  
  • ACCT 4510 - Auditing Principles and Techniques


    3 credits

    Fundamental principles and techniques of auditing and reporting of audits presented in the context of the audit logic sequence. Integrative applications emphasizing audits of organizational resources, processes, and systems. Also addresses ethics, legal environment, auditing standards, and fraud.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: ACCT 3110 ; admittance to a USU major; cumulative GPA of 2.67 or higher; and completion of at least 40 credits.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
3
  
  • ACCT 4700 - Seminar in Accounting


    3 credits

    Special topics in accounting, including workshops, readings, and pilot course offerings.

    Cross-listed as: ACCT 6700 .

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Summer
3
  
  • ACCT 4900 - Independent Research and Readings


    1-3 credits

    Selected reading and research individually assigned, handled, and directed. Problems of mutual interest to students and the instructor are investigated and reported.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: Permission of department.

    Repeatable for credit.
    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
1-3
  
  • ACCT 4950 - Senior Honors Thesis/Project


    3 credits

    Creative project that will then be written up, and presented, as a Senior Thesis as required for an Honors Plan.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Spring
3
  
  • ACCT 5480 - Case Studies in Taxation


    3 credits

    Contemporary case studies in taxation researched, analyzed, documented, and communicated in a team setting.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: Permission of instructor.

    Cross-listed as: ACCT 6480 .

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall
3
  
  • ACCT 6010 - Financial and Managerial Accounting


    3 credits

    Introduction to financial and managerial accounting at the graduate level.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: Admission to a Huntsman School of Business graduate program.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Summer
3
  
  • ACCT 6200 - Advanced Topics in Financial Reporting


    3 credits

    Study of accounting principles and theory related to advanced consolidations, multinational accounting, segment reporting, SEC reporting, partnerships, and financial distress.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: ACCT 3120 , ACCT 4200 .

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Summer
3
  
  • ACCT 6250 - International Accounting and Financial Reporting


    3 credits

    Explores international accounting issues, including the standard-setting process, the conceptual framework, the regulatory interface, international auditing standards, and a comparison of U.S. and international accounting standards.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: ACCT 4200 .

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Spring
3
  
  • ACCT 6300 - Accounting Internship


    3 credits

    Provides accounting internship experience in a career-related position approved by the School of Accountancy and the Cooperative Education Office.

    Cross-listed as: ACCT 4300 .

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
3
  
  • ACCT 6310 - Cost Management Systems to Support World-Class Operations


    3 credits

    Examination of appropriate cost management systems and performance measures to support decision making in world-class business operations. Cases, projects, simulations, and field studies to reinforce concepts.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: ACCT 3310 .

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Spring
3
  
  • ACCT 6350 - Accounting Strategies for Achieving Profit Goals


    3 credits

    Action-oriented case studies to demonstrate management accounting techniques to achieve profit goals and business strategies in a variety of organizations. International accounting and ethical issues are addressed.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: ACCT 2010  and ACCT 2020 , or ACCT 6010 .

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall
3
  
  • ACCT 6410 - Tax Research and Procedures


    3 credits

    Methods of researching tax problems, case studies in tax administration, civil procedures and penalties, professional responsibility, and tax ethics for the tax practitioner.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: ACCT 3410  and ACCT 4410 .

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Summer
3
  
  • ACCT 6420 - Taxation of Corporations and Shareholders


    3 credits

    Concepts and principles governing the taxation of corporations and shareholders. Effect of taxes on corporation formation, capital structure, distributions, liquidations, and reorganizations.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: ACCT 3410  and ACCT 4410 .

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Summer
3
  
  • ACCT 6440 - Taxation of Partnerships, Estates, and Trusts


    3 credits

    Concepts and principles governing the taxation of partnerships and partners and estates, trusts, and beneficiaries. Uses of partnerships and trusts in tax planning.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: ACCT 3410  and ACCT 4410 .

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall
3
  
  • ACCT 6460 - Tax Topics


    3 credits

    Topics of current interest to tax professionals.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: ACCT 3410  and ACCT 4410 .

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Summer
3
  
  • ACCT 6480 - Case Studies in Taxation


    3 credits

    Contemporary case studies in taxation researched, analyzed, documented, and communicated in a team setting.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: Permission of instructor.

    Cross-listed as: ACCT 5480 .

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall
3
  
  • ACCT 6500 - Advanced Accounting Information Systems


    3 credits

    Study of contemporary issues in accounting information systems, including emerging information technologies for supporting enterprise decision making.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: ACCT 4500 .

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Spring
3
  
  • ACCT 6510 - Financial Auditing


    3 credits

    Application of generally accepted auditing standards to accounting systems. Some study of auditing theory and current issues, and an introduction to statistical auditing.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: ACCT 4510 .

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Spring
3
  
  • ACCT 6540 - Fraud Examination and Forensic Accounting


    3 credits

    Study of forensic accounting. Topics covered include types of fraud, recognition of red flags, and fraud investigation techniques. Also includes practice with computer-aided fraud detection, interrogation techniques, and case studies.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall
3
  
  • ACCT 6600 - Information Systems Auditing and Control


    3 credits

    Study of information systems auditing methodologies, including risk assessment, systems controls, and the use of computer-assisted audit techniques.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall
3
  
  • ACCT 6610 - Accounting Theory and Research


    3 credits

    Analytical approach to understanding the financial reporting environment. Integration of accounting theory and practical research methodology in the resolution of financial reporting problems.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: ACCT 3120  (may be taken concurrently).

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Spring, Summer
3
  
  • ACCT 6620 - Financial Statement Analysis and Valuation


    3 credits

    Students analyze financial data, translate that information into forecasts of financial statements, and use valuation models to arrive at a fundamental value for a business. Includes discussions of trading strategies, market efficiency, and other issues in capital markets.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall
3
  
  • ACCT 6700 - Seminar in Accounting


    3 credits

    Special topics in accounting, including workshops, readings, and pilot course offerings.

    Cross-listed as: ACCT 4700 .

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Summer
3
  
  • ACCT 6800 - Accounting Communications and Professional Conduct


    3 credits

    Study of written and oral communication skills appropriate for the accounting profession. Covers interpersonal skills and professional conduct, including ethical conduct, in various business settings.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Spring
3
  
  • ACCT 6900 - Independent Reading and Research


    1-3 credits

    Independent work in accounting areas: theory, auditing, taxation, and other related areas.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: Permission of department.

    Repeatable for credit.
    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
1-3
  
  • ACCT 6960 - Professional Paper


    1-3 credits

    A paper of professional quality prepared by the student. Designed to demonstrate the ability to complete a major business-related project and to effectively present the results.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: Permission of department.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
1-3
  
  • ACCT 6990 - Continuing Graduate Advisement


    1-3 credits

    Continuing enrollment at the University required after completing coursework.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: Permission of department.

    Repeatable for credit.
    Pass/Fail only.
    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
1-3

Accounting (USU Eastern)

  
  • ACTG 1111 - Survey of Accounting


    3 credits

    Designed for the business student who would like to develop a foundational understanding of accounting procedures in preparation for ACTG 2010 or for the individual who has bookkeeping or business ownership interests and would like a practical overview of basic accounting and bookkeeping procedures. It is also intended for the non-business student or the secretarial major who needs only one semester of basic accounting. Covers the accounting cycle for both service and merchandising businesses and an introduction to payroll accounting and financial statement preparation and analysis.

    Campus: USU Eastern only
    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Spring
3
  
  • ACTG 2010 - Financial Accounting


    4 credits

    Designed for all students wanting to learn about accounting as the language of business. Course is required for business and accounting majors. Introduces students to basic accounting principles necessary to prepare, understand, and use financial statements and financial information for decision making. Designed to provide the student with useful and productive skills that will help in understanding more about the business world and the role accounting information plays in the U.S. economy.

    Campus: USU Eastern only
    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Spring
4
  
  • ACTG 2020 - Managerial Accounting


    4 credits

    Designed for all students wanting to learn how accounting information is used in business decisions. Course is a required class for business and accounting majors. Focus is on providing relevant information that is necessary to assist managers in a modern, global environment. Topics will include product costing, activity based costing, cost behavior, budgeting for planning and control, and budgeting for capital expenditures.

    Prerequisite/Restriction:   and   recommended.

    Campus: USU Eastern only
    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Spring
4
  
  • ACTG 2151 - Income Tax Preparation


    2 credits

    Income Tax Preparation gives students understanding and skill in preparation of the IRS 1040 form and supporting schedules. Students prepare and electronically file these documents as a service to low-income and senior citizen community members using the computer. Students will become aware of important individual decisions in reporting and financial tax planning.

    Campus: USU Eastern only
    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Spring
2
  
  • ACTG 2800 - Computerized Accounting


    2 credits

    Enhances students’ understanding of fundamental accounting principles in General Ledger, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Inventory, and Payroll using Quickbooks software.

    Prerequisite/Restriction:   or  

    Campus: USU Eastern only
    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Spring
2

Aerospace Studies

  
  • AS 1010 - Introduction to the Air Force Today


    1 credit

    Introduces the United States Air Force and Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps. Air Force mission and organization, officership and professionalism, military customs and courtesies, officer opportunities, group leadership problems, and communication skills. Leadership Laboratory is mandatory for cadets.

1
  
  • AS 1020 - Introduction to the Air Force Today


    1 credit

    Introduces the United States Air Force and Air Force Reserve Officer Training Corps. Air Force mission and organization, officership and professionalism, military customs and courtesies, officer opportunities, group leadership problems, and communication skills. Leadership Laboratory is mandatory for cadets.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Spring
1
  
  • AS 1110 - Leadership Laboratory I


    1 credit

    Air Force customs and courtesies, drill and ceremonies, military commands, environment of the Air Force officer, and officer opportunities.

    Corequisite: AS 1010 .

    Pass/Fail only.
1
  
  • AS 1120 - Leadership Laboratory I


    1 credit

    Air Force customs and courtesies, drill and ceremonies, military commands, environment of the Air Force officer, and officer opportunities.

    Corequisite: AS 1020 .

    Pass/Fail only.
    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Spring
1
  
  • AS 2010 - The Evolution of US Aerospace Power


    1 credit

    Examines general aspects of air and space power through a historical perspective. Illustrates Air Force Core Values with historical examples and continues development of communications skills. Leadership Laboratory is mandatory for cadets.

1
  
  • AS 2020 - The Evolution of US Aerospace Power


    1 credit

    Examines general aspects of air and space power through a historical perspective. Illustrates Air Force Core Values with historical examples and continues development of communications skills. Leadership Laboratory is mandatory for cadets.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Spring
1
  
  • AS 2110 - Leadership Laboratory II


    1 credit

    Air Force customs and courtesies, drill and ceremonies, military commands, environment of the Air Force officer, and officer opportunities.

    Corequisite: AS 2010 .

    Pass/Fail only.
1
  
  • AS 2120 - Leadership Laboratory II


    1 credit

    Air Force customs and courtesies, drill and ceremonies, military commands, environment of the Air Force officer, and officer opportunities.

    Corequisite: AS 2020 .

    Pass/Fail only.
    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Spring
1
  
  • AS 3010 - Air Force Leadership and Management


    3 credits

    Presents advanced leadership and management skills. Cadets given opportunity to practice these leadership skills and management techniques in a supervised environment. Leadership Laboratory is mandatory for cadets.

    Corequisite: AS 3110 .

3
  
  • AS 3020 - Air Force Leadership and Management


    3 credits

    Presents advanced leadership and management skills. Cadets given opportunity to practice these leadership skills and management techniques in a supervised environment. Leadership Laboratory is mandatory for cadets.

    Corequisite: AS 3120 .

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Spring
3
  
  • AS 3060 - Physical Fitness Training


    1-2 credits

    Early morning workout to build stamina. Organized to keep cadets in shape to pass the Physical Fitness Test (PFT). Team instructed.

    Repeatable for credit.
    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Spring
1-2
  
  • AS 3110 - Leadership Laboratory III


    1 credit

    Advanced leadership experiences to include the planning and controlling of cadet corps activities, and the preparation and presentation of briefings and other oral and written communications.

    Corequisite: AS 3010 .

    Pass/Fail only.
1
  
  • AS 3120 - Leadership Laboratory III


    1 credit

    Advanced leadership experiences to include the planning and controlling of cadet corps activities, and the preparation and presentation of briefings and other oral and written communications.

    Corequisite: AS 3020 .

    Pass/Fail only.
    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Spring
1
  
  • AS 3400 - Field Training (4 weeks)


    1-4 credits

    Students in the four-year program participate in four weeks of Field Training. Major areas of study include junior officer training, career orientation, survival training, base functions, Air Force environment, and physical training.

    Pass/Fail only.
    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Summer
1-4
  
  • AS 3500 - Field Training (5 Weeks)


    1-5 credits

    Students in the two-year program participate in five weeks of Field Training. Major areas of study include junior officer training, career orientation, survival training, base functions, Air Force environment, and physical training.

    Pass/Fail only.
    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
1-5
  
  • AS 4010 - National Security Affairs/Preparation for Active Duty


    3 credits

    Designed to give college seniors the foundation to understand military officer’s role in American society. Overviews complex social and political issues facing the military profession. Leadership Laboratory is mandatory for cadets.

3
  
  • AS 4020 - National Security Affairs/Preparation for Active Duty


    3 credits

    Designed to give college seniors the foundation to understand military officer’s role in American society. Overviews complex social and political issues facing the military profession. Leadership Laboratory is mandatory for cadets.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Spring
3
  
  • AS 4110 - Leadership Laboratory IV


    1 credit

    Advanced leadership experiences to include the planning and controlling of cadet corps activities, and the preparation and presentation of briefings and other oral and written communications.

    Corequisite: AS 4010 .

    Pass/Fail only.
1
  
  • AS 4120 - Leadership Laboratory IV


    1 credit

    Advanced leadership experiences to include the planning and controlling of cadet corps activities, and the preparation and presentation of briefings and other oral and written communications.

    Corequisite: AS 4020 .

    Pass/Fail only.
    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Spring
1

Agricultural Systems Technology and Education

  
  • ASTE 1010 - Introduction to Agricultural Systems Technology


    3 credits

    Introduction to problem solving related to the areas of agricultural power and machinery, soil and water conservation, structures and animal environments, electrical circuits, and emerging technologies.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall
3
  
  • ASTE 1120 - Forage and Harvest Equipment


    3 credits

    Fundamentals and principles in operations, adjustments, and maintenance of technologies utilized in agricultural forage and combine harvesting.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall
3
  
  • ASTE 1130 - Planting and Tillage Equipment


    3 credits

    Fundamentals and principles in operation, maintenance, and repair of planting and tillage equipment. Exploration of different systems and their applications.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Spring
3
  
  • ASTE 1610 - Agricultural Machinery Engines


    3 credits

    Fundamental principles and components utilized in the power production for agricultural machinery. Diesel engines, as power plants, will be overhauled using a systems approach.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall
3
  
  • ASTE 1615 - Agricultural Machinery Engine Laboratory


    3 credits

    Gives students practical hands-on experience in engine diagnostics and repairs.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: ASTE 1610  (may be taken concurrently).

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall
3
  
  • ASTE 1620 - Agricultural Machinery Power Trains


    3 credits

    Fundamental principles and components utilized in agricultural machinery transmittal of power through drive trains. A systems approach to overhauling these components will be developed.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Spring
3
  
  • ASTE 1625 - Agricultural Machinery Power Trains Laboratory


    3 credits

    Gives students practical hands-on experience in power trains diagnostics and repairs.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: ASTE 1620  (may be taken concurrently).

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Spring
3
  
  • ASTE 1710 - Introduction to Agricultural Communication


    3 credits

    Overview of the history, importance to society, and role of mass communication in agriculture. Introduces students to the use of mass media in the agricultural industry.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall
3
  
  • ASTE 2200 - Electricity in Agricultural Systems


    3 credits

    Fundamentals of electricity (AC) as used on farms and ranches. Residential and commercial agricultural applications of the National Electric code. Electrical supply and service, distribution, proper grounding, and installation of components.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Spring
3
  
  • ASTE 2250 - Occupational Experience in Agriculture


    1-6 credits

    Supervised occupational experiences for technical vocational preparation.

    Pass/Fail only.
    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Spring
1-6
  
  • ASTE 2710 - Orientation to Agriculture Education


    2 credits

    Students examine the framework of agricultural education, with a special emphasis on the nature of the programs, career opportunities, and the qualifications and preparation requirements of future agricultural educators.

    Repeatable for credit.
    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall
2
  
  • ASTE 2830 - Agribusiness Sales and Marketing


    3 credits

    Basic principles of agribusiness sales and marketing. After completing a series of self-assessments relating to sales, learning, and personality preferences, students learn to complete each major step of the sales process.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall
3
  
  • ASTE 2900 - Humanity in the Food Web (BSS)


    BSS Breadth Social Sciences
    3 credits

    Provides broad overview of food systems in conjunction with detailed analysis of particular issues, such as different theories and supporting data on the domestication of plants and animals, the use of human labor, the development and operation of complex technologies, and the analysis of socioeconomic data on human population growth and well-being.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Spring
3
  
  • ASTE 2930 - Individualized Projects in Agriculture Mechanics


    1-3 credits

    Basic skill preparation for employment in agricultural industry.

    Repeatable for credit.
    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Spring
1-3
  
  • ASTE 3030 - Metal Welding Processes and Technology in Agriculture


    3 credits

    Selection of ferrous and nonferrous welding techniques in agricultural applications. Welding, cold- and hot-working metal in agricultural construction and maintenance.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall
3
  
  • ASTE 3040 - Fabrication Practices in Agricultural Buildings (QI)


    QI Quantitative Intensive
    2 credits

    Selection and use of agricultural building materials, including concrete and masonry, lumber, plywood, finishes, and fasteners. Application of hand and power tools and procedures in agricultural construction.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Spring
2
  
  • ASTE 3050 - Technical and Professional Communication Principles in Agriculture (CI)


    CI Communications Intensive
    3 credits

    Technical communication principles and practices used in the agricultural industry. Emphasizes technical writing of reports and correspondence using electronic information retrieval and presentation.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: Fulfillment of Communications Literacy CL2 requirement.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Spring
3
  
  • ASTE 3080 - Compact Power Units for Agricultural and Turfgrass Applications


    3 credits

    Operation and application of agricultural and turfgrass equipment powered by internal combustion engines having less than 40 horsepower.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Spring
3
  
  • ASTE 3100 - Leadership Applications in Agricultural Science, Management and Development


    2 credits

    Study of leadership styles and their applications in development of agricultural programs for youth and adults. Emphasizes leadership and communication principles for effective community resource management in rural environments. Experiences provided in leadership styles, program planning, and meeting organization.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Spring
2
  
  • ASTE 3240 - Teaching in Laboratory Settings (CI)


    CI Communications Intensive
    3 credits

    Basic principles of teaching students in laboratory settings. Overview of major concepts, considerations, and practices used for developing and evaluating agriscience curricula.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: ASTE 2710  Students should be admitted into the Secondary Teacher Education Program (STEP) prior to enrollment in this course.

    Repeatable for credit.
    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Spring
3
  
  • ASTE 3300 - Clinical Experience I in Agricultural Education


    1 credit

    In-school clinical observation experience. Students involved in observing management and assisting in teaching. Designed to provide familiarity with agricultural education classroom.

    Pass/Fail only.
    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Spring
1
  
  • ASTE 3440 - Science, Technology, and Modern Society (DSC)


    DSC Depth Life and Physical Sciences
    3 credits

    Designed to challenge students from all academic majors to develop an understanding of the dynamic interaction between science, technology, and society. Explores responsibility of humans for directing the utilization of technology as a creative enterprise.

    Cross-listed as: ETE 3440 .

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Spring
3
  
  • ASTE 3500 - Teaching Apprenticeship in Agricultural Education


    2 credits

    Each student serves as an apprentice to professional agricultural educator. Students complete competencies leading to early preparation for student teaching.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
2
  
  • ASTE 3600 - Management of Agriculture Machinery Systems (QI)


    QI Quantitative Intensive
    3 credits

    Management principles for evaluation and selection of agricultural implements for performance, optimization, economics, environmental impact, and long-term sustainable agricultural practices.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: MATH 1050  or STAT 1040 .

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Spring
3
  
  • ASTE 3620 - Managing the FFA and SAE Programs


    2 credits

    Introduction to basic concerns, understandings, and practices needed to effectively advise an FFA chapter. Students learn appropriate philosophies and skills for operation of a comprehensive supervised agricultural experience program.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: Admission to Secondary Teacher Education Program.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Spring
2
  
  • ASTE 3670 - Agricultural Equipment Business Management, Marketing, and Communications


    3 credits

    Introduction to principles and operation of computer software systems related to marketing and management within the agricultural machinery business industry. Emphasis on business communication principles for effective transfer of information and problem resolution.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: MATH 1050 ; fulfillment of Communications Literacy CL1 requirement or permission of instructor.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Spring
3
  
  • ASTE 3710 - Agricultural Machinery Hydraulic Systems and Diagnosis


    3 credits

    Fundamental principles and components overhaul of hydraulic systems as applied in agricultural machinery. Exploration of techniques for diagnosing malfunctions and related failures with a systems approach.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall
3
  
  • ASTE 3720 - Agricultural DC Electrical Systems and Diagnosis


    3 credits

    Fundamental principles and components overhaul of DC electrical systems as applied in agricultural machinery. Exploration of techniques for diagnosing malfunctions and related failures with a systems approach.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: ASTE 1620  or permission of instructor.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall
3
  
  • ASTE 3730 - Agricultural Machinery Auxillary Systems and Diagnosis


    3 credits

    Application of theory, testing, diagnosis, and repairs of auxiliary systems, including air conditioning, fuel injection, analog, electronic monitoring, and GPS as utilized in agricultural equipment.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: ASTE 3720  or permission of instructor.

3
  
  • ASTE 3900 - Special Problems in Agricultural Systems Technology and Education


    1-6 credits

    Students conduct short-term investigation and/or literature analysis with critical review of contemporary issues in Agricultural Systems Technology. Formal contract with approved faculty. Activities culminate with a written report.

    Repeatable for credit.
    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
1-6
  
  • ASTE 4100 - Agricultural Structures and Environment


    3 credits

    Overview of agricultural structures and environmental considerations related to livestock, livestock waste management, and commodity storage. Planning, layout, construction materials, concrete masonry, ventilation, insulation, and energy.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Spring
3
  
  • ASTE 4150 - Methods of Teaching Agriculture (CI)


    CI Communications Intensive
    3 credits

    Introduction to basic practices of classroom teaching and program planning. Through participation in discussions, activities, and assignments, students refine their abilities to develop programs, diagnose the learner, prepare the instruction, and guide student learning.

    Prerequisite/Restriction: ASTE 2710 , ASTE 3240 .

    Repeatable for credit.
    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall
3
  
  • ASTE 4250 - Occupational Experiences in Agriculture


    1-6 credits

    Supervised occupational experience for technical and professional preparation in teacher education and/or agricultural business.

    Pass/Fail only.
    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall, Spring, Summer
1-6
  
  • ASTE 4300 - Clinical Experience II in Agricultural Education


    1 credit

    Continued in-school observation of agricultural education teaching. Requires student participation in teaching, management, and program development in agricultural education.

    Pass/Fail only.
    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall
1
  
  • ASTE 4400 - Advising Applied Technology Education Student Organizations


    1 credit

    Principles and practices for advising applied technology student organizations in secondary education. Examination of leadership organizations supporting applied technology education. Emphasis on program planning, leadership development, and evaluation.

1
  
  • ASTE 4900 - Senior Project Research and Creative Opportunity


    1-6 credits

    Returning student teachers work to strengthen their weaknesses in areas such as scaled drawing, cost estimating, machine shop practices, construction, and small engines.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Spring
1-6
  
  • ASTE 5100 - Electrical Contols and Motors for Agri-Industrial Applications


    3 credits

    Operation and application of electrical motors, electrical and electronic controls, and circuit and overload protection utilized in agricultural and industrial installations.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Spring
3
  
  • ASTE 5200 - Assessment in Applied Technology Education


    3 credits

    Principles and practices in assessing performance and development of applied technology students. Emphasizes testing and evaluation techniques used in applied technology education.

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Spring, Summer
3
  
  • ASTE 5260 - Environmental Impacts of Agricultural Systems (CI)


    CI Communications Intensive
    3 credits

    Investigation of relationship between agricultural practices and environmental quality, including control of agricultural nonpoint-source pollution.

    Cross-listed as: ASTE 6260 .

    Semester(s) Traditionally Offered: Fall
3
 

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