Technology and Engineering Education Major
A degree in Technology and Engineering Education prepares students to become qualified instructors who can help students develop the technological literacy and technical skills that are increasingly necessary in our changing world. The ever-increasing rate of technological development and the impacts of globalization have created a strong demand for individuals who are technologically literate, skilled, innovative, and capable of working in teams. The world looks toward specialized educators to meet this demand.
Technology and Engineering Education is designed to prepare students for careers in teaching Career and Technical Education (CTE) courses in the area of Technology and Engineering at the middle school and high school levels. Technology and Engineering Education students will develop their ability to use technological tools, processes, and systems safely and effectively in a laboratory setting by taking classes engaging them in eight technology contexts, including: 1) Material Conversion & Processing, 2) Computation, Automation, Artificial Intelligence & Robotics, 3) The Built Environment, 4) Information & Communication Technology, 5) Energy & Power, 6) Agricultural & Biological Technology, 7) Transportation & Logistics, and 8) Medical & Health-related Technology. Students will prepare to apply these skills and teach technological literacy in a classroom setting by completing coursework in teaching methods, assessment and evaluation, teaching and learning theory, and classroom/laboratory management. Students will be exposed to extensive practical classroom experience through in-class role-playing, clinical experience, and student teaching. Students will also be required to complete meaningful, faculty-approved professional engagement activities as part of the degree requirements.
Students choosing this major must be admitted to and complete the Secondary Teacher Education Program (STEP) administered by the Emma Eccles Jones College of Education and Human Services to complete their degree. For admission to STEP, students must have an overall GPA of 3.0, have earned a grade of C+ or better in ENGL 1010 or ENGL 2010 , have earned a grade of C or better in at least three general education breadth courses, and have completed a background check.
A Skilled and Technical Sciences Education emphasis is designed to prepare students for teaching Career and Technical Education (CTE) designated courses at the high school and post-high school levels. The courses in this major consist of classes within a declared expertise of building trades, automotive technology, electricity and electronics, computer-aided drafting, nursing or culinary arts.
Please note that all Required Core Courses (listed below) must be passed with a grade of C or better. STEP courses must also be passed with a grade of C or better. A cumulative GPA of 3.0 is required for graduation.
Advising: Appointments can be made at caas.usu.edu/advising or by calling (435) 797-2282.
Licensure Notification
This program typically leads to licensure and was designed to meet licensing qualifications in the state of Utah. If students wish to work in another state within the United States, they should review the qualifications for that state and the Education Licensure Compliance Table provided by School of Teacher Education and Leadership.
For more information, please contact the School of Teacher Education and Leadership at https://cehs.usu.edu/teal/
Technical and Engineering Education with Skilled and Technical Sciences Education Emphasis
The Technology and Engineering Education program with a Skilled and Technical Sciences Education emphasis is designed to prepare students for teaching Career and Technical Education (CTE) designated courses at the high school and post-high school levels. The courses in this major consist of classes within a declared expertise of building trades, automotive technology, electricity and electronics, computer-aided drafting, nursing or culinary arts. Please contact the program advisor for additional information.
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