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Technology and Engineering Education - BS


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Department of Applied Sciences, Technology and Education

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  • For more information about Technology and Engineering Education, see the website.
  • Following is a sample four-year plan for students in the Technology and Engineering Education program. Please note that student-specific plans may differ.
  • Admitted students must meet with an advisor. Current students should also meet with an advisor and log on to Degree Works  to check student-specific program progress.

 

Minimum University Requirements

Total Credits 120

 

Grade Point Average (most majors require higher GPA)

2.00 GPA
Credits of C- or better 100 Credits of upper-division courses (#3000 or above) 40
Total USU Credits 30 Upper-division USU Credits 20
USU Credits within the Major 10 Credits in Minor (if required) 12
Credits in Major see below Credits in American Institutions 3
General Education Requirements    see link University Studies Depth Requirements    see link
NOTES: The highest math requirement for this degree is MATH 1050: College Algebra (QL)  and MATH 1060: Trigonometry .

 

Admissions Requirements for this Program

New freshmen Admitted to USU in Good Standing

 

Transfer students from other institutions or other programs at USU 2.75 GPA

First Year

 Fall Semester

Credits

General Education Info and Notes:

 

Spring Semester

Credits

General Education Info and Notes:

Breadth Humanities (BHU) Course   3   ENGL 1010: Introduction to Writing: Academic Prose (CL1)   3   C+ minimum (or in ENGL 2010 )
MATH 1050: College Algebra (QL)   4     MATH 1060: Trigonometry    2    
TEE 1000: Orientation to Technology and Engineering Education   1     TEE 1010 - Graphic Communication Technologies    3    
TEE 1030: Material Processing Systems   3     TEE 1020: Energy, Power, Transportation Systems Control Technology   3    
TEE 1200: Computer-Aided Drafting and Design   3     TEE 1040 - Construction and Estimating   3    
      TEE 2000 - Seminar in Leadership and Professional Development   1    
  14     15  
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Second Year

 Fall Semester

Credits

General Education Info and Notes:

 

Spring Semester

Credits

General Education Info and Notes:

Breadth Creative Arts (BCA) Course   3 choose any Breadth American Institutions (BAI) Course   3 choose any
Breadth Life Sciences (BLS) Course   3 choose any ENGL 2010: Intermediate Writing: Research Writing in a Persuasive Mode (CL2)   3   C+ or higher in ENGL 1010  or ENGL 2010  
Breadth Social Sciences (BSS) Course   3 choose any PHYS 1800: Physics of Technology (BPS)   4    
TEE 2030: Wood-Based Manufacturing Systems   3     TEE 2220 - Civil Engineering and Architecture    3    
TEE 2200: Aquaponic Systems (BPS)   3     TEE 2300: Electronic Fundamentals (QI)   4    
TEE 2000 - Seminar in Leadership and Professional Development   1          
  16     17  
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NOTE: Apply for Background Check

Third Year

 Fall Semester

Credits

General Education Info and Notes:

 

Spring Semester

Credits

General Education Info and Notes:

ASTE 3030: Metal Welding Processes and Technology in Agriculture   3     SCED 3210: Educational and Multicultural Foundations (DSS/CI)   3    
TEE 3440: Science, Technology, and Modern Society (DSC)   3     SCED 5100: Motivation and Classroom Management   3    
ITLS 5500: Integration and Innovation of Technology in Education   3     TEE 3200: Methods of Teaching Engineering and Technology Education I   3    
SPED 4000: Education of Students with Disabilities   2     TEE 3300: Clinical Experience I   1    
Suggested Elective  3   TEE 3030: Computer-Integrated Manufacturing Systems   3    
      Suggested Elective 3  
  14     16  
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NOTE: Apply for STEP (application due by October 1)

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NOTE: Apply for Graduation

Fourth Year

 Fall Semester

Credits

General Education Info and Notes:

 

Spring Semester

Credits

General Education Info and Notes:

Depth Humanities and Creative Arts (DHA) Course   2-3   TEE 5500: Student Teaching Seminar   2    
SCED 5200: Language, Literacy and Learning in the Content Areas (CI)   3     TEE 5630: Student Teaching in Secondary Schools   10    
TEE 4210: Cognition and Evaluation of Student Learning in Career and Technical Education   3          
TEE 4300: Clinical Experience II   1          
TEE 4400: Methods of Teaching Engineering and Technology Education II   3  

 

     
Suggested Elective  3        
  16     12  
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Apply for student teaching.

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No work or other courses during final student teaching semester.

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.

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.

Leadership and Professional Development Requirement


Students must complete at least two (2) credits of TEE 2000: Seminar – Leadership and Professional Development while earning their degree. This requirement is intended to engage the student in meaningful, faculty-approved professional development activities. TEE 2000 is repeatable for credit. Technology & Engineering Education students are welcomed to enroll each semester.

Technology and Engineering Elective Courses


A minimum of 9 elective credits must be completed from the following depth areas. Students are strongly encouraged to select all credits from one depth area.

STEP Requirements


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.

STEP courses must be passed with a grade of C or better. An overall GPA of 3.0 is required for graduation.

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.

Technical Courses/Work Experience (47 credits)


47 technical credits required. Please contact the program advisor for specific information.

General Electives (minimum 12 credits)


12 elective credits required. Please contact the program advisor for additional information.

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