Department of Engineering and Technology

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Department Chair and Director of Engineering

Dr. Nilesh Joshi
(859) 622-2055
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Faculty

R. Richardson, S. Sgro, M. Mugale, J. Medhi, and E. Alidoosti

Department Goals

The Department of Engineering and Technology is committed to delivering high-quality engineering and technology education that addresses evolving societal and industrial challenges. We prepare graduates through our B.S. programs for successful professional careers and technicians through our A.A.S. program for skilled roles. Our mission is supported by quality instruction, engagement with the University and community, and a dedication to continuous improvement.

Our Degree Programs

Bachelor of Science in Engineering (B.S.)

Prepares graduates to become practicing engineers applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics to solve complex problems. Emphasizes design, ethical responsibility, and lifelong learning. Students can often focus studies via specialized concentrations. Detailed Program Educational Objectives (PEOs), Student Outcomes (SOs), curriculum, and concentration options are available on the B.S. in Engineering program page.

Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology Management (B.S.)

Prepares graduates for careers managing technology-related businesses, blending technical knowledge with managerial skills. Accredited by the Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering (ATMAE).

Associate of Applied Science in Technology (A.A.S.)

A two-year program preparing technicians for careers in applied fields. Accredited by the Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering (ATMAE).

Combined (3+2) Programs

Offer accelerated pathways combining the B.S. in Engineering Technology Management with the M.S. in Technology Management.

Minors

  • Engineering Technology Management
  • Quality Assurance Technology

Bachelor’s

Associate’s

Minor

Courses

Applied Engineering Management

AEM 195.  Computer Aided Drafting.  (3 Credits)  
I, II. An introductory course in freehand sketching and computer-aided drafting/design. Students will be taught basic CAD commands, tools, multi-view drawings and dimensioning techniques. 2 Lec/2 Lab.

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AEM 201.  Metallic Material Processes.  (3 Credits)  
I, II. Examines manufacturing processes used with metallic materials, including casting, molding, forming, machining (turning, milling, drilling), joining (welding, brazing, soldering), and finishing. Emphasizes the relationship between processes and material properties. 2 Lec/2 Lab.

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AEM 202.  Introduction to Quality.  (3 Credits)  
I, II. Formerly INT 202. Prerequisites: STA 215 or 270, and MAT 114 or higher. Role of statistical thinking in modern quality control. Methods for problem solving, data collection, and process improvement. Deriving actionable conclusions from data analyses. Understanding, quantifying, and reducing variation to improve business performance.

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AEM 242.  Furniture and Cabinet Construction.  (3 Credits)  
A. Formerly INT 242. Prerequisite: TEC 141. Principles of furniture and cabinet construction, elements of structural design, advanced woodworking operations; care and sharpening of tools related technical information; furniture and cabinet conctruction and finishing. 2 Lec/2 Lab.

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AEM 295.  Topics in AEM.  (3-6 Credits)  
I,II. Study of variable topics in Applied Engineering, Technology, or Management. Course may be retaken to a maximum of 15 credit hours provided the topic is different each time.

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AEM 301.  Non-Metallic Material Processes.  (3 Credits)  
I, II. Examines manufacturing processes used with polymeric, ceramic, and composite materials, including molding, forming, machining, joining, finishing, and testing. Emphasizes the relationship between processes, testing, and material properties. 2 Lec/2 Lab.

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AEM 308.  Methods of Lean Operations.  (3 Credits)  
I, II. Prerequisite: STA 215 or 270 and MAT 114 or higher. Examination of lean principles, such as value mapping, continous flow, continuous improvement, determination of customer demand, and standard work. Concepts and implementation of pull, line balancing, lean accounting, FMEA, time studies, and total productive maintenance.

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AEM 310.  Technical Communication.  (3 Credits)  
I. Formerly INT 310. Prerequisites: ENG 102 and TEC 161. A conceptional approach to computer aided communication systems typically applied in industrial environments. Emphasis will be placed on utilizing computer technology to integrate text and graphics in the preparation of documents and presentation materials. Credit for AEM 310 will not be awarded to students who have credit for AEM 310W.

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AEM 320.  Warehousing and Material Handling.  (3 Credits)  
A. Formerly INT 320. Pre/Corequisites: AEM 202 or INT 202; and AEM 308 or INT 308. A laboratory oriented course that examines basic warehouse layout configurations, material flow, an a critical evaluation of the application of computers to control material flow, plus the use of computer simulation to analyze various warehouse layout options for scheduling, picking and material tracking. 2 Lec/2 Lab.

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AEM 330.  Material Testing and Metrology.  (3 Credits)  
A. Prerequisites: AEM 195, 201, and MAT 120. A study of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing as used in detail working drawings and the principles, standards, equipment, and techniques of precision electronic and mechanical measurement. 2 Lec/2 Lab.

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AEM 332.  Process Control and Auditing.  (3 Credits)  
A. Formerly INT 332. Prerequisite: AEM 202 or INT 202. An advanced study of the Statistical Process Control methods and procedures in industry, and auditing as a method of evaluating the documentation, implementation, and effectiveness of a Quality System.

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AEM 336.   Reliability and Sampling.  (3 Credits)  
A. Prerequisite: AEM 202 or INT 202. Formerly INT 336. An overview of reliability, testing, and sampling theories. Topics include component and system reliability, product safety, sampling plans, control charts, and standards.

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AEM 338.  Engineered Materials Testing.  (4 Credits)  
A. Prerequisites: AEM 201, MAT 120 and TEC 190. Structure, composition, properties, tolerances, standards, and common applications of engineering materials. Use of GD&T and techniques for precision electronic and mechanical measurement and testing.

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AEM 349.  Engineering Technology Internship/Co-op.  (1-8 Credits)  
I, II. Formerly INT 349. Prerequisite: departmental approval. Work under faculty and field supervisors in placements related to academic studies. One to eight hours credit per semester or summer. Total hours: eight, associate, sixteen, baccalaureate. A minimum of 80 hours work required for each academic credit.

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AEM 352.  Robotics and Automated Systems.  (3 Credits)  
A. Prerequisite: EET 251. Formerly INT 352. Introduction to fixed and flexible automation equipment with an emphasis placed on industrial robot systems. Topics include robot safety, programming and operation, and effector design, programmable logic controllers, interfacing devices, and sensors. 2 Lec/2 Lab.

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AEM 371.  Hydraulics and Pneumatics.  (3 Credits)  
II. Formerly INT 371. Principles of the operation, construction, control and application of hydraulic and pneumatic compnents and circuits. The study of control applications includes manual, mechanical, fluid, electrical, and computer controlled fluid circuits. Credit for AEM 371 will not be awarded for students who have credit for INT 371. 2 Lec/2 Lab.

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AEM 382.  Advanced Material Processing.  (3 Credits)  
A. Prerequisites: AEM 201 or INT 201 and AEM 301 or INT 301. Formerly INT 382. A laboratory course involving advanced material processing which includes project planning and management, machining, welding, precisison layout, and measuring. Students will design and fabricate projects that include two-part mold designs, CNC machining, and multi-process welding. 2 Lec/ 2 Lab.

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AEM 383.  CAD/CAM Integration.  (3 Credits)  
A. Prerequsistes: AEM 201 or INT 201. Formerly INT 383. The use of computer application software to link data bases crested with computer aided design software to computer numerical controlled machine tools. 2 Lec/2 Lab.

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AEM 390.  3-D Parametric Solid Modeling.  (3 Credits)  
A. Prerequisites: AEM 195 or INT 195. Formerly INT 390. A study of advanced topics in three-dimensional computer aided design. The content will include advanced modeling and rending. 2 Lec/2 Lab.

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AEM 392.  Computer Aided Machine Drawing.  (3 Credits)  
I. Preequisite: AEM 195 or INT 195. Formerly INT 392. Computer generated detail and assembly drawings. Topics include threads and fasteners, gearing and cams, and dimensioning and tolerancing. 2 Lec/2 Lab.

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AEM 395.  Special Topics in AEM.  (3-6 Credits)  
Prerequisite: Departmental approval, junior or higher standing. Study of variable special topics in Applied Engineering, Technology, or Management. Course may be retaken to a maximum of 15 credit hours provided the topic is different each time.

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AEM 397.  Advanced Machine Drawing.  (3 Credits)  
A. Prerequisites: AEM 390 or INT 390 or MFG 390 and AEM 392 or INT 390 or MFG 392. Formerly INT 397. Advanced machine drawing applications to include detail and assembly drawings, threads and fasteners, gearing and cams. Emphasis on shape description. 2 Lec/Lab 2.

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AEM 406.  Integrated Materials Mgmt..  (3 Credits)  
I, II. Prerequisites: AEM 202. Formerly INT 406. A senior course which examines consumer demand characteristics, product bill materials, establishing sales and operations plans, planning and controlling inventory in the supply chain.

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AEM 407.  Fundamentals of Project Management.  (3 Credits)  
I. Prerequisite: AEM 202. Introduction to project selection, life cycle, planning using scope of work, WHS, CPM, scheduling, execution, resource allocation, expediting and clothing.

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AEM 408.  Human Resource Development.  (3 Credits)  
I, II. Formerly INT 408. Topics in human relations and production management. To be scheduled the semester before graduation.

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AEM 495.  Directed Studies in AEM.  (3-6 Credits)  
I, II. Prerequisite: Junior or Senior standing, Departmental approval. Independent investigation of a specific topic in Applied Engineering, Technology, or Management under the guidance of a faculty mentor. Students must have the independent study proposal form approved by faculty supervisor and department chair prior to enrollment. Course may be retaken to a maximum of 6 credit hours.

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AEM 499.  Senior Capstone Project.  (3 Credits)  
A. Prerequisite: AEM 310, 352, 407 and Senior Standing. Formerly INT 499. A synthesis experience involving the application of theory in solving a realistic industrial problem. Emphasis is placed upon project setup, solution, justification, report and presentation. 2 Lec/2 Lab.

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AEM 506.  Six Sigma Quality.  (3 Credits)  
A. Formerly INT 506. Prerequisite: AEM 202. A study of six sigma methodology and current practices with an emphasis on key quality drivers and statistical methods for world-class products and companies.

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AEM 507.  Project Management.  (3 Credits)  
A. Prerequisite: AEM 202. Study of project management principles and techniques covering the project life cycle: initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closing. Topics include project selection, scope definition, Work Breakdown Structure (WBS), CPM scheduling, resource allocation, and project control, with an emphasis on practical application using modern project management software.

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AEM 530.  Design of Experiments.  (3 Credits)  
A. Formerly INT 530. Prerequisite: AEM 202. Principles and practices of efficient experiment design for industry. Topics include the philososphy of experiment design, comparison of various designs, hypothesis testing, and the analysis of data.

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AEM 545.  Design of Lean Systems.  (3 Credits)  
A. Prerequisites: AEM 202 and AEM 308. Design of operations systems in accordance with lean manufacturing principles. Topics include models for characterization and analysis of factory flow dynamics, production flow analysis, work cell design, and design of pull-based production control systems, restructuring factories through value stream mapping and lean design archetypes. Credit for AEM 545 will not be awarded to students that have credit for AEM 745.

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Aviation

AVN 105.  UAS Safety and Regulations.  (3 Credits)  
This course provides an overview of small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS). Topics include the history of UAS, regulations, remote sensors, imagery equipment, industry and societal implications, career outlooks, ethical considerations, and the basic components required to operate an UAS. This course will prepare students for real-world safe operation of sUAS, and will provide basic understanding of the regulations in preparation for small Unmanned Aircraft Systems FAA 107 certification test. [CFR Part 107 are the Federal Aviation Administration regulations for the certification and operation of small Unmanned Aircraft Systems]

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AVN 107.  Introduction to Unmanned Aircraft Systems.  (3 Credits)  
A. (Formerly AVN 170) This course provides an introduction to Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). A history of UAS, typical applications and an overview of regulations, airframe and powerplant systems, sensors, ground control stations, airspace, weather, and other foundational skills needed to safely operate UAS in the U.S. airspace systems will be covered. Credit will not be awarded for both AVN 107 and AVN 170.

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AVN 150.  Introduction to Aviation.  (3 Credits)  
A. Introduces students to the history, structure, and professional culture of aviation, emphasizing safety, teamwork, and communication. Covers the roles of the FAA, ICAO, and key elements of the National Airspace System while developing foundational knowledge for advanced aviation study.

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AVN 161.  Private Pilot- Airplane: Ground (Part 61).  (5 Credits)  
A. Prerequisite: MAT 114 or passed 111A/111B/112A/112B or higher with a minimum grade of "C", a minimum score of 22 on the mathematics portion of the ACT, a minimum score of 530 on the mathematics portion of the SAT, or a passing score on an KYOTE algebra placement test of 14. Provides aeronautical knowledge necessary to prepare student pilots to successfully complete FAA Private Pilot-Airplane written examination.

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  1. Explain the principles of aerodynamics and aircraft performance as they apply to private pilot operations.\\n,
  2. Demonstrate knowledge of aircraft systems, weight and balance, and performance calculations.\\n,
  3. Interpret weather reports, forecasts, and charts to support aeronautical decision-making.\\n,
  4. Apply navigation methods, charts, and electronic aids for cross-country flight planning.\\n,
  5. Describe FAA regulations, airspace classifications, and airport operations relevant to private pilot privileges and limitations.\\n,
  6. Apply aeronautical decision-making (ADM) and risk management strategies in simulated flight scenarios.\\n
  
AVN 161A.  Private Pilot- Airplane (Part 61): Flight I.  (1 Credit)  
A. Prerequisite or Corequisite: AVN 161 with “C” grade or better and overall 2.0 GPA. Students receive dual and/or initial solo flight instruction as part of the FAA private pilot SEL certification using FAA part 61 Rules.

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AVN 162A.  Private Pilot- Airplane (Part 61): Flight II.  (1 Credit)  
Prerequisite: Dept. approval (i.e student must make satisfactory flight progress, as determined by the Aviation Coordinator, before being allowed to register into subsequent AVN flight labs). Students receive remaining flight hours as part of the curriculum leading to FAA private pilot SEL certification using FAA part 61 rules.

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AVN 180.  Introduction to Air Traffic Management.  (3 Credits)  
A. Prerequisite: AVN 150. An introduction to the structure, authority, and operational framework of the National Airspace System (NAS). Emphasis is placed on FAA organization, airspace classification, air traffic control publications, ATC phraseology fundamentals, aviation weather interpretation, airport–airspace integration, and the foundational distinctions between tower, terminal radar, and enroute control operations.

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AVN 220.  Instrument Pilot: Ground.  (4 Credits)  
A. Prerequisites: AVN 161A and an overall 3.0 GPA. Provides aeronautical knowledge necessary to prepare student pilots to successfully complete the FAA Instrument Pilot written examination. 3 Lec/2 Lab.

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AVN 220A.  Instrument Pilot: Flight.  (1 Credit)  
A. Prerequisites: departmental approval and an overall GPA of 2.0. A course designed to permit the student to gain instrument flight training.

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AVN 221A.  Instrument Pilot: Flight I.  (1 Credit)  
A. Prerequisite: Dept. approval (i.e. students must make satisfactory flight progress, as determined by the Aviation Coordinator, before being allowed to register into subsequent AVN flight labs.). Students receive flight and simulator hours leading to the FAA instrument pilot certification using FAA-approved Part 141 flight training syllabus.

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AVN 222A.  Instrument Pilot: Flight II.  (1 Credit)  
A. Prerequisite: Dept. approval (i.e. students must make satisfactory flight progress, as determined by the Aviation Coordinator, before being allowed to register into subsequent AVN flight labs). Students receive remaining flight hours leading to the FAA instrument pilot certification using FAA-approved Part 141 flight training syllabus.

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AVN 250.  Air Transportation.  (3 Credits)  
A. Prerequisite AVN 150. A study of the history, structure, and management of the global air transportation system, including economic and regulatory frameworks, safety and security practices, and the impact of emerging technologies.

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  1. Describe the historical development of the air transportation system in the U.S. and globally.\\n,
  2. Explain the organizational structure, economic models, and regulatory framework governing the airline industry.\\n,
  3. Analyze the interdependence of airlines, airports, manufacturers, and regulatory agencies.\\n,
  4. Evaluate key safety, security, and environmental issues in the air transportation sector.\\n,
  5. Apply management and leadership principles to airline and airport operations.\\n,
  6. Assess the challenges and opportunities of emerging technologies (e.g., UAS integration, Advanced Air Mobility) within the air transportation system.\\n
  
AVN 257.  Air Traffic Management Regulations and Procedures.  (3 Credits)  
A. Prerequisite: AVN 180. A comprehensive study of air traffic control regulations, procedural standards, and operational doctrine governing the National Airspace System. Emphasis is placed on FAA regulatory authority, JO 7110.65 structure, separation standards, coordination procedures, and compliance with federal aviation regulations.

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AVN 271.  Control Tower Operations.  (3 Credits)  
A. Prerequisite: AVN 257. A detailed study of airport traffic control tower operations within the National Airspace System. Emphasis is placed on runway separation standards, surface movement control, traffic pattern operations, local and ground control responsibilities, phraseology discipline, and operational decision-making in the tower environment.

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AVN 272.  Control Tower Simulation Laboratory.  (1 Credit)  
A. Corequisite: AVN 271. A performance-based laboratory applying control tower operational procedures in a simulated airport environment. Students rotate through Local Control, Ground Control, and Flight Data positions while applying runway separation standards, phraseology discipline, coordination procedures, and operational decision-making under instructor supervision.

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AVN 280.  Glass Cockpit Technology.  (1 Credit)  
A. Prerequisite: AVN 220. Course provides instruction in operation of the Garmin G1000 glass cockpit to prepare students for operation of a G1000-equipped airplane in the Commercial Pilot Syllabus. Course includes 3 hours in a Garmin G1000 training device.

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AVN 290.  UAS Flight Operations.  (3 Credits)  
This course covers the techniques and best practices required to safely and successfully utilize and operate drones for commercial purposes. Every aspect of flight operation is covered, from equipment, preflight planning and legal compliance to operational procedures, flight training, and data collection. Students work through the entire mission cycle, starting with legal compliance, planning, and then pre and post flight operations. Students will gain hands-on experience using the drone flight simulators in the Drone Lab. In-class simulation training is to prepare them for an outdoor real flight experience.

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AVN 291.  Introduction to Terminal Radar Operations.  (2 Credits)  
A. Prerequisite: AVN 257. An introduction to terminal radar approach control (TRACON) operations within the National Airspace System. Emphasis is placed on IFR separation standards, radar identification methods, vectoring procedures, arrival and departure sequencing, and coordination between radar and tower facilities.

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AVN 292.  Terminal Radar Operations Laboratory.  (1 Credit)  
A. Corequisite: AVN 291. A performance-based laboratory applying terminal radar approach control procedures in a simulated TRACON environment. Students rotate through radar positions while executing IFR separation standards, vectoring procedures, sequencing operations, and coordination with tower and adjacent radar sectors.

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AVN 300.  Commercial Pilot: Ground.  (3 Credits)  
A. Prerequisites: AVN 221A. Develops advanced knowledge in aerodynamics, aircraft performance, weather theory, and FAA regulations relevant to commercial operations. Emphasis is placed on applying Crew Resource Management (CRM), leadership, and risk management in complex flight scenarios. The course prepares students for the FAA Commercial Pilot Knowledge and Practical Tests.

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  1. Apply FAA Commercial Pilot Ground knowledge to analyze advanced aerodynamics, performance, and systems.\\n,
  2. Demonstrate proficiency in commercial maneuvers, endorsements, and regulatory requirements under 14 CFR Part 61/91.\\n,
  3. Evaluate complex weight & balance, aircraft performance, and cross-country flight planning scenarios.\\n,
  4. Explain advanced weather theory, forecasts, and decision-making strategies for commercial operations.\\n,
  5. Develop leadership, Crew Resource Management (CRM), and risk management strategies applicable to commercial flying.\\n,
  6. Integrate commercial-level aeronautical knowledge to prepare for FAA knowledge and practical tests.\\n
  
AVN 300A.  Commercial Pilot: Flight.  (1 Credit)  
A. Dept. approval (i.e. students must make satisfactory flight progress, as determined by the Aviation Coordinator, before being allowed to register into subsequent AVN flight labs). The course consists of all or part of the dual and solo flight hours required for FAA commercial pilot certification.

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AVN 301A.  Commercial Pilot- SEL: Flight I.  (2 Credits)  
A. Prerequisite: Dept. approval (i.e. students must make satisfactory flight progress, as determined by the Aviation Coordinator, before being allowed to register into subsequent AVN flight labs). Student will receive 32 dual and solo flight hours as part of the curriculum leading to the FAA commercial pilot SEL certification using FAA-approved Part 141 flight training syllabus.

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AVN 302A.  Commercial Pilot- SEL: Flight II.  (2 Credits)  
A. Prerequisite: Dept. approval (i.e. students must make satisfactory flight progress, as determined by the Aviation Coordinator, before being allowed to register into subsequent AVN flight labs). Student will receive additional dual and solo flight hours as part of the FAA commercial pilot SEL certification using FAA-approved Part 141 flight training syllabus.

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AVN 303A.  Commercial Pilot- SEL: Flight III.  (2 Credits)  
A. Dept. approval (i.e. students must make satisfactory flight progress, as determined by the Aviation Coordinator, before being allowed to register into subsequent AVN flight labs.) Student will fly additional dual and solo flight hours as part of the FAA commercial pilot SEL certification using FAA-approved Part 141 flight training syllabus.

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AVN 304A.  Commercial Pilot- SEL: Flight IV.  (2 Credits)  
A. Prerequisite: Dept. approval (i.e. students must make satisfactory flight progress, as determined by the Aviation Coordinator, before being allowed to register into subsequent AVN flight labs). Student will fly remaining dual and solo hours flight hours as part of the curriculum leading to the FAA commercial pilot SEL certification using FAA- approved Part 141 flight training syllabus.

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AVN 305.  Multi- Engine Pilot (MEL): Ground.  (1 Credit)  
A. Prerequisite: AVN 301A. Provides multi-engine aeronautical knowledge to facilitate successful completion of multi-engine practical examination.

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AVN 305A.  Multi-Engine: Flight I.  (1 Credit)  
A. Prerequisite: AVN 303A. Student will complete the multi-engine land (MEL) flight training required to earn the FAA (MEL) pilot certification.

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AVN 306A.  Multi-Engine: Flight II.  (1 Credit)  
A. Prerequisite: AVN 305A. Student will complete the multi-engine land (MEL) flight training required to earn the FAA (MEL) pilot certification.

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AVN 310.  UAS Ground/Flight Operations.  (3 Credits)  
This course instructs the student in the mission planning, preflight, ground control, mission execution, and data analysis of UAS specific missions such as, Agriculture, Power/Wind Turbine/Railroad/Pipeline Inspections, Infrastructure Security, and other mission types as required.

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AVN 310A.  Flight Training Techniques I.  (1 Credit)  
A. Prerequisites: Dept. approval (i.e. students must make satisfactory flight progress, as determined by the Aviation Coordinator, before being allowed to register into subsequent AVN flight labs). Flight training to prepare students for FAA examinations.

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AVN 312.  UAS Commercial Operations.  (3 Credits)  
This course instructs the student in the mission planning, preflight, ground control, mission execution, and data analysis of UAS specific missions such as, Search & Rescue, Geosciences, Environmental, Anti-Poaching, Homeland Security, Videography, Construction, and Surveying.

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AVN 315.  Aviation Safety Programs.  (3 Credits)  
I, II. A. Prerequisite: AVN 150. A presentation of factors, procedures, and aircraft accident investigation case studies relating to aviation safety, including risk management assessment, hazard identification analysis, safety programs-development--called Safety Management Systems (SMS) by the Federal Aviation Administration, and evaluation of outcomes.

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AVN 320.  Flight Training Analysis II.  (2 Credits)  
A. Prerequisite: appropriate flight credentials. A study of aeronautical information and instructional background necessary for becoming instrument flight instructors. Included in the course is teaching methodology, instrument interpretations, and instrument flight procedures.

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AVN 320A.  Flight Training Techniques II.  (1 Credit)  
A. Prerequisites: Dept. approval (i.e. students must make satisfactory flight progress, as determined by the Aviation Coordinator, before being allowed to register into subsequent AVN flight labs). Flight training to prepare students for FAA examinations.

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AVN 325.  Aircraft Systems.  (3 Credits)  
I,II. Prerequisite AVN 150. A study of electrical, mechanical and hydraulic systems, design and performance standards, capabilities and limitations, and conformance to FAA specifications.

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AVN 329.  Aviation Human Factors.  (3 Credits)  
A Prerequisites: AVN 315. ENG 102 or 102R, or 105. A study of human factors that affect and influence behavior, with application to aviation safety and its connection to all disciplines within the aviation industry.

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AVN 330.  Crew Resource Management.  (3 Credits)  
(3) A. Prerequisite: AVN 315 and 329. A survey of crew resource management history and development in commercial aviation with emphasis on the myriad factors that influence crew interaction and performance.

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AVN 335.  Weather Reporting/Analysis.  (3 Credits)  
I, II. Prerequisite: PHY 101 or higher. A comprehensive analysis of weather conditions and patterns as they apply to flight.

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AVN 340.  Airport Management I: Operations and Security.  (3 Credits)  
I, II. Prerequisite AVN 150. An in-depth overview of airport operational issues, unmanned systems integration, air traffic control issues, safety, security, and planning.

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AVN 341.  Airport Management II: Planning and Administration.  (3 Credits)  
(3). I, II. Prerequisite AVN 340. An in-depth overview of airport administration, finance, marketing, airfield design, planning, construction, air service development, and community relations.

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AVN 349.  Cooperative Study: Aviation.  (0.5-8 Credits)  
A. Prerequisite: coordinator approval. Work under faculty and field supervisors in placements related to academic studies. One to eight hours credit per semester or summer. A minimum of 80 hours work required for each academic credit.

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AVN 350.  Air Transportation.  (3 Credits)  
A. A survey of the historical development of the air transportation system covering facilities, impact of regulations, problems encountered, and future requirements.

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AVN 360.  General Aviation Management.  (3 Credits)  
I, II. Prerequisite AVN 150. Designed to provide students with an understanding of an airport Fixed Base Operator’s role and also of Aviation Service Businesses in the aviation industry, to include managerial and operational problems.

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AVN 370.  Aviation Supervision and Leadership.  (3 Credits)  
I, II. Prerequisite: AVN 150. A study of effective supervisory and leadership techniques, with application to practical situations in the aviation industry.

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AVN 380.  Advanced Control Tower Operations.  (3 Credits)  
A. Prerequisites: AVN 271 and AVN 272. An advanced study of airport traffic control tower operations emphasizing complex sequencing, multi-runway configurations, intersecting runway operations, surface movement risk mitigation, emergency handling, and advanced coordination procedures within high-activity tower environments.

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AVN 381.  Advanced Control Tower Laboratory.  (1 Credit)  
A. Prerequisites: AVN 271 and AVN 272. Corequisite: AVN 380. An advanced performance-based laboratory applying complex control tower procedures in a high-density simulated airport environment. Students rotate through Local Control, Ground Control, and Flight Data positions while executing advanced sequencing, multi-runway operations, emergency handling, and high-workload traffic management.

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AVN 382.  Advanced Terminal Radar Operations.  (2 Credits)  
A. Prerequisites: AVN 291 and AVN 292. An advanced study of terminal radar approach control (TRACON) operations emphasizing complex IFR separation scenarios, high-density arrival and departure sequencing, holding procedures, advanced coordination techniques, and operational risk management within busy terminal airspace environments.

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AVN 383.  Advanced Terminal Radar Operations Laboratory.  (1 Credit)  
A. Prerequisites: AVN 291 and AVN 292. Corequisite: AVN 382. An advanced performance-based laboratory applying complex terminal radar procedures in a high-density simulated TRACON environment. Students execute advanced IFR separation standards, vectoring strategies, holding integration, missed approach sequencing, and multi-sector coordination while managing elevated traffic complexity and workload.

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AVN 390.  Aviation Decision Making.  (3 Credits)  
A. Prerequisite AVN 150. A study of decision theory and its application to aviation decision-making and problem solving.

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AVN 392.  Non-Radar Environment.  (3 Credits)  
A. Prerequisites: AVN 257, AVN 291, and AVN 292.A comprehensive study of non-radar air traffic control procedures emphasizing procedural separation standards, longitudinal and vertical separation, time-based separation methods, oceanic and non-radar enroute operations, and coordination requirements in environments without radar surveillance.

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AVN 393.  Non-Radar Environment Laboratory.  (1 Credit)  
A. Corequisite: AVN 392. A performance-based laboratory applying non-radar procedural separation standards in a simulated enroute and oceanic control environment. Students execute longitudinal, vertical, and lateral separation techniques using time-based and route-based methods while coordinating aircraft movements without radar surveillance.

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AVN 396.  Airspace Management.  (3 Credits)  
A. Prerequisites: AVN 180 and AVN 257. A comprehensive study of National Airspace System (NAS) structure and airspace design emphasizing airspace classification, sectorization, special use airspace, traffic flow management, and strategic integration of civil, military, and emerging airspace users. The course examines airspace as a dynamic system requiring structured planning, coordination, and risk mitigation.

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AVN 401.  Airline Management.  (3 Credits)  
A. Prerequisite: AVN 250 and junior standing (at least 60 hours). Acquaint student with the development, administrative and operational factors peculiar to FAR Part 121 Airline Operations. Emphasis is placed on proper market analysis, financial matters, the company plan, aircraft selection, aircraft acquisition, route structure, timetable and pertinent regulatory requirements.

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AVN 402.  Corporate and Business Aviation.  (3 Credits)  
A. Prerequisite AVN 250 and junior standing (at least 60 hours). The study of the operation of a corporate flight department. Course includes the value of management mobility, aircraft and equipment evaluation, maintenance, flight operations, administration and fiscal considerations.

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AVN 410.  Air Traffic Control.  (3 Credits)  
I, II. Prerequisite AVN 250 and junior standing (at least 60 hours). A study of the national air traffic control system with emphasis on basic air traffic control procedures; the role of centers, approach control, towers, and flight service centers; communications; navigation procedures, radar operations, facilities.

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AVN 412.  Counter UAS Operations.  (3 Credits)  
Course is designed to educate and explore the emerging threat of unmanned aircraft systems to the nation's airspace and infrastructure. This course will be divided into four sections (overview, detect, identify and defeat), to cover all current and future lines of effort in a unified approach to counter UAS.

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AVN 415.  Instructor Pilot- SEL: Ground.  (3 Credits)  
A. Prerequisite: AVN 161, AVN 220, and AVN 300 with "C" grade or better and overall 2.0 GPA. Prepares student pilots for the FAA Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) & Fundamentals of Instruction (FOI) written exams.

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AVN 415A.  Instructor Pilot- SEL: Flight.  (1 Credit)  
A. Prerequisite: AVN 303A with "S" grade. Prerequisite or corequisite: AVN 415 with "C" or higher, and overall 2.0 GPA. Fifteen dual flight hours and 5 hours flight simulation leading to the FAA instructor pilot (SEL) certification using FAA-approved Part 141 flight training syllabus.

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AVN 416A.  Instructor and Commercial Pilot- SEL: Flight.  (1 Credit)  
A. Prerequisite: Dept. approval (i.e. students must make satisfactory flight progress, as determined by the Aviation Coordinator, before being allowed to register into subsequent AVN flight labs). Student will receive dual flight hours and simulation hours leading to the FAA Instructor Pilot (IP) SEL and Commercial Pilot-SEL certifications using FAA-approved Part 141 flight training syllabus.

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AVN 420.  Flight Training Analysis III.  (2 Credits)  
A. Prerequisite: appropriate flight credentials. Principles and methodology of teaching multi-engine flight and includes ground instruction required by the FAA in preparation for a flight instructor multi-engine rating.

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AVN 420A.  Flight Training Techniques III.  (1 Credit)  
A. Prerequisites: Dept. approval (i.e. students must make satisfactory flight progress, as determined by the Aviation Coordinator, before being allowed to register into subsequent AVN flight labs). Flight preparation for FAA CFI Multi-Engine flight test.

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AVN 421.  Instrument and Multi-Engine IP: Ground.  (2 Credits)  
A. Prerequisite: AVN 415 with "C" grade or better and overall 2.0 GPA or an Instructor Pilot-SEL rating. Provides study of aeronautical information for becoming instrument and multi-engine flight instructor, and preparation for FAA Instrument Instructor written.

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AVN 421A.  Instrument and Multi-Engine IP: Flight.  (1 Credit)  
A. Prerequisite Dept. approval (i.e. students must make satisfactory flight progress, as determined by the Aviation Coordinator, before being allowed to register into subsequent AVN flight labs). Student will receive required flight hours and simulation hours leading to the FAA Instrument Instructor Pilot (IP) SEL rating using FAA-approved Part 141 flight training syllabus.

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AVN 422A.  Commercial and Instructor Pilot-MEL: Flight.  (1 Credit)  
A. Prerequisite: Dept. approval (i.e. students must make satisfactory flight progress, as determined by the Aviation Coordinator, before being allowed to register into subsequent AVN flight labs). Student will receive required dual flight hours and simulation hours leading to the FAA commercial multi-engine add-on and multi-engine instructor ratings using FAA-approved Part 141 flight training syllabus.

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AVN 423A.  Instructor Pilot--Multi-Engine: Flight.  (1 Credit)  
A. Prerequisite: Dept. approval (i.e. students must make satisfactory flight progress, as determined by the Aviation Coordinator, before being allowed to register into subsequent AVN flight labs). Student will receive additional dual flight hours and simulation hours leading to the FAA Multi-Engine instructor rating using FAA-approved Part 141 flight training syllabus.

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AVN 425.  Applied Aerodynamics.  (3 Credits)  
A. Prerequisite: PHY 101. Applied theories of flight and flight factors, including a study of the principles of performance, stability and control, and operational data.

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AVN 433.  Photography and Videography with UAS.  (3 Credits)  
(3) A. Prerequisite: AVN 107 or Departmental approval. Overview of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), drones, in digital photography/videography. Develops skills in photo/video composition, mission planning, and photo/video editing using Lightroom and adobe creative suite software.

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AVN 435.  Turbine Aircraft Systems.  (3 Credits)  
A. Prerequisite: AVN 325 with a "C" or better or instructor approval. A study of the functioning theory and integral components of gas turbine (jet) engines. Additionally, provides a study of electrical, mechanical and hydraulic systems as they relate to turbine engine aircraft.

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AVN 441.  Surveying with UAS.  (3 Credits)  
(3) A. Prerequisite: AVN 107 or Departmental approval. Overview of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), drones, land surveying. Develops skills in mission planning and processing of data collected with a UAS. Students produce survey suitable for land use decisions.

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AVN 442.  UAS and Public Safety.  (3 Credits)  
(3) A. Prerequisite: AVN 107 or Departmental approval. Overview of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), drones, in public safety, including Policing, Fire Services, Search and Rescue, and Emergency Management. Examines legal and ethical issues Develops skills in tactical use, mission planning, and data processing.

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AVN 444.  Modeling and Mapping with UAS.  (3 Credits)  
(3) A. Prerequisite: AVN 107 or Departmental approval. Overview of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), drones, in 3D modeling and mapping. Develops skills 3D model & map creation, mission planning, and software transformation of UAS/drone data into 3D models and georeferenced maps.

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AVN 445.  UAS in Construction and Engineering.  (3 Credits)  
(3) A. Prerequisite: AVN 107 or Departmental approval. Overview of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), drones, in construction and engineering. Develops skills in mission planning and transforming UAS data used in land use planning, and different types of construction (horizontal and vertical), inspections,

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AVN 446.  UAS in Agriculture and Wildlife Management.  (3 Credits)  
f(3) A. Prerequisite: AVN 107 or Departmental approval. Overview of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), drones, in agriculture and wildlife management. Develops skills in mission planning, crop and wildlife monitoring, and transforming data products suitable for clients in agriculture and wildlife management.

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AVN 460.  Aviation Law.  (3 Credits)  
I, II. Prerequisite: AVN 250 and junior standing (at least 60 hours). A study of civil law as it pertains to aviation and includes the historic development of United States and international aviation law while surveying governmental responsibility for aviation accidents.

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AVN 470.  National Air Space System.  (3 Credits)  
A. An overview of the National Air Space System with emphasis on problems of implementation, safety considerations, and social/economic impact.

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AVN 478.  Enroute Radar Operations.  (3 Credits)  
A. Prerequisites: AVN 291, AVN 292, and AVN 392. An advanced study of enroute radar control procedures within Air Route Traffic Control Centers (ARTCC). Emphasis is placed on enroute IFR separation standards, sector operations, altitude stratification, route structure management, traffic flow integration, and conflict detection and resolution in high-altitude radar environments. 2 Lec/2 Lab.

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AVN 480.  Glass Flight Deck Technologies.  (1 Credit)  
(1) A. Prerequisite: AVN 222A or AVN 232A and AVN 330. Provides an integrated approach to the theory, technology, and operations of "Glass" flight deck technologies to prepare student pilots to successfully operate "glass" flight deck aircraft. Course includes 5 hours in "Glass" capable AATD flight simulator.

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AVN 485.  Control Tower Operator Performance and Certification.  (3 Credits)  
A. Prerequisites: AVN 380 and AVN 381. A capstone performance-based course evaluating operational proficiency in control tower positions. Students demonstrate comprehensive competence in Local Control, Ground Control, and Flight Data under certification-level traffic scenarios. Successful completion reflects readiness for tower operator performance standards. 2 Lec/2 Lab.

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AVN 490.  Airline Flight Operations.  (3 Credits)  
A. Prerequisite(s): AVN 330, 435, and 480. Provides an academic and AATD flight simulation-based transition from the general aviation reciprocal engine flight operations at 130 KIAS to airline turbojet flight operations at 350 KIAS or faster. Actual airline flight operations, to include flight deck flows and checklist usage will be introduced. Student pilots will fly 10 hours of AATD jet transition flight simulation as a 2 person crew. 2 Lec/2 lab

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AVN 495.  Internship.  (1-3 Credits)  
Prerequisite: departmental approval. Students will work under departmental supervision in a private or public agency engaged in aviation activities.

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AVN 498.  Independent Study.  (1-3 Credits)  
A. Prerequisite: AVN major with senior standing. Student must have the independent study proposal form approved by faculty supervisor and program coordinator prior to enrollment. May be retaken to a maximum of six hours.

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Career and Technical Education

CTE 164.  Orientation to Career and Technical Education.  (3 Credits)  
A. Instruction to new technical teachers in areas of principles of instruction, lesson planning, oral instruction, instructional media, demonstrations, evaluation and follow-up. Satisfactory-unsatisfactory grading.

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CTE 204.  Related Sci Math & Tech: Occ I.  (3 Credits)  
A. Offered only through written examination; applicant must be eligible for vocational/technical teaching certificate.

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CTE 205.  Manipulative Skills: Occ I.  (3 Credits)  
A. Offered only through technical competence examination; applicant must be eligible for vocational/technical teaching certificate.

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CTE 206.  Related Knowledge: Occ I.  (3 Credits)  
A. Offered only through written examination; applicant must be eligible for vocational/technical teaching certificate.

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CTE 261.  Foundations of Career and Technical Education.  (3 Credits)  
A. For in-service career and technical teachers. A study of the historical, philosophical, economical, sociological, and psychological foundations of career and technical education related to elementary, secondary, and post-secondary education. Credit will not be awarded for both CTE 261 and 262.

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CTE 262.  Foundations of Career and Technical Education (Pre-Service).  (3 Credits)  
A. Co-Requisite: EDF 310 (1)-Enrollment in a late term section is preferred. For pre-service career and technical teachers. A study of the historical, philosophical, economical, sociological, and psychological foundations of career and technical education related to elementary, secondary, and post-secondary education. Credit will not be awarded for both CTE 262 and 261.

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CTE 302.  New Developments in Industry.  (1-6 Credits)  
A. Concurrent enrollment in approved industry sponsored course. One hour credit for each week of enrollment (minimum of 20 class hours per week). Student required to present proof of completion and to develop a teaching unit on the new development. May be retaken provided the industry sponsored school is different. Graded on a satisfactory- unsatisfactory basis. Only in-service vocational education teachers may enroll.

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CTE 303.  Career and Technical Education Staff Exchange.  (2-9 Credits)  
A. Prerequisite: departmental approval. For in-service career and technical teachers enrolled in an approved staff exchange program designed to update technical skills and knowledge in an occupational setting. Assignments include verifying contact hours, site visit, narrative summary, and lesson development. First week of exchange is equal to two semester hours of credit with one additional hour of credit for each additional week. Satisfactory-Unsatisfactory grading.

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CTE 304.  Rel Sci Math & Tech in Occ.  (3 Credits)  
A. Offered only through written examination; applicant must be eligible for vocational/technical teaching certificate.

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CTE 305.  Manipul Skills Occupation II.  (3 Credits)  
A. Offered only through technical competence examination; applicant must be eligible for vocational/ technical teaching certificate.

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CTE 306.  Related Knowledge: Occ II.  (3 Credits)  
A. Offered only through written examinations; applicant must be eligible for vocational/technical teaching certificate.

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CTE 361.  Course Materials in Career and Technical Education.  (3 Credits)  
A. The preparation of instructional materials and instructional techniques, including the development and use of instructional media. The content will include the development of curricula at appropriate levels of education and appropriate laboratory activities.

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CTE 363.  Evaluation in Career and Technical Education.  (3 Credits)  
A. Methods of evaluation, preparation of measuring devices; methods of assessing technical competency; interpretation of standardized test results; statistical analysis of test data and the improvement of instruction.

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CTE 364.  Methods in Career and Technical Education.  (3 Credits)  
A. Presentation and application of instructional materials, methods, techniques, and devices relevant to teaching technical subjects.

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CTE 463.  Practicum in Career and Technical Education.  (4-12 Credits)  
A. Prerequisites: CTE 361, 363, 364. Observation, participation and supervised teaching in vocational and technical education. Includes experiences in lesson planning, classroom management, record keeping, development and use of instructional materials and directed teaching in approved centers. Students are graded on a satisfactory-unsatisfactory basis.

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Construction Management

CON 121.  Introduction to Construction.  (3 Credits)  
I, II. A survey of the construction industry. Nature, scope, and general characteristics of the industry with an emphasis on careers, safety, and typical contracting methods.

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CON 201.  Materials and Methods of Construction.  (3 Credits)  
I, II. Composition, manufacture and grades of construction materials and building products with emphasis on wood, metal, glass, roofing, finishing, and plastic materials. Methods, including safety, involved in the placement and installation of these materials.

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CON 202.  Materials and Methods of Construction II.  (3 Credits)  
II. Composition, manufacture, and grades of construction materials and building products with an emphasis on concrete and masonry. Methods, including safety, involved in the placement and installation of these materials. 2 Lec/2 Lab.

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CON 221.  Plane Surveying.  (3 Credits)  
I, II. Prerequisite: MAT 120 or higher, (with a minimum grade of "C"). Principles of surveying, including the measurement of distances, elevations, and angles. Calculations for the various operations, including traverse computations. Introduction to the use of surveying instruments and note keeping. 2 Lec/2 Lab.

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CON 280.  Commercial Blueprint Reading.  (2 Credits)  
I, II. Prerequisites: CON 201 & CON 202. A study of interpreting and reading commercial construction blueprints. Topics include: designer roles and symbols, abbreviations, views, scales, and other key elements to accurately visualize and analyze building plans for construction projects. 2 Lab

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CON 294.  Construction Graphics.  (3 Credits)  
A. Basic principles of residential and small commercial planning; styles of architecture; a comparative study of structural systems and the preparation of working drawings. 2 Lec/2 Lab.

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CON 303.  Statics and Strength of Materials.  (3 Credits)  
I, II. Prerequisites: MAT 120 or higher, (with a minimum grade of "C"), and PHY 131 or higher. Study of loads, forces and their effects on rigid bodies and structures at rest. Computation of equilibrium reactions, internal forces, shear, moments, couples, friction, stress, strain, and deformation. Finding centroids and moments of inertia.

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CON 307.  Soils and Foundations.  (3 Credits)  
I. Prerequisite: CON 303. A study of soil mechanics as it relates to foundation construction. Topics include soil classification, engineering properties, compaction testing, types of foundation systems, and methods of foundation construction.

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CON 320.  Construction Surveying.  (3 Credits)  
I, II. Prerequisite: CON 221. The application of surveying skills as they relate to horizontal and vertical control on construction projects. Activities include building layout, centerline staking, earthwork computations, and slope staking. The use of electronic instruments is emphasized. 2 Lec/2 Lab.

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CON 321.  Boundary Surveying.  (3 Credits)  
I. Prerequisite: CON 221. This course introduces students to the principles of boundary surveying and provides them with the basic knowledge and skill to practice boundary surveying under the supervision of a registered professional surveyor.

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CON 322.  Construction Structural Design.  (3 Credits)  
I: Prerequisites: CON 303 and MAT 211 or higher. A study of the design of beams and columns using steel, concrete, and wood. Principles of structural design related to the design of temporary structures used in the construction process.

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CON 324.  Mechanical/Electrical Systems.  (3 Credits)  
II. Prerequisites: Junior class restriction or above. A study of plumbing, heating, air-conditioning, electrical power distribution, and lighting for vertical and horizontal construction. Basic fundamentals of water supply, waste drainage, electrical circuits, and heat loss/gain calculations are studied.

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CON 325.  Construction Estimating.  (3 Credits)  
I, II. Prerequisite: CON 280 and MAT 120 or higher (with a minimum grade of "C"). A study of estimating construction materials, equipment, labor, and costs, through reading drawings and calculating quantities and costs. Estimating software and cost databases are utilized to list work items in standardized format. 2 Lec/2 Lab.

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CON 326.  Horizontal Construction.  (3 Credits)  
I. Prerequisite: CON 307. A study of construction equipment, roadwork, bridge construction and various other topics involved in horizontal construction means and methods.

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CON 349.  Applied Learning in Construction Management.  (0.5-8 Credits)  
A. Prerequisites: 30 hours of credit including 9 credit hours of CON courses with a 2.0 GPA and departmental approval. Transfer students must have completed at least one semester of full-time work at EKU. Work under faculty and field supervisors in placements related to construction management.

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CON 401.  Spec Prob in Constr Tech.  (1-3 Credits)  
A. An independent study course for exceptional upper division undergraduate students. A study proposal will be developed by the student and approved by the faculty supervisor and department chair prior to enrollment. May be retaken provided the topic of study is different.

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CON 420.  Engineering Economy.  (3 Credits)  
I, II. Junior Class Restriction. A systematic application of engineering economy to design, selection of construction materials, and construction methods. A study of first costs, operating and maintenance costs, service life, and replacement costs.

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CON 421.  Construction Contracts.  (3 Credits)  
I. Contract documents, drawings, and specifications and their impact on the construction process. A study of the types and organization of construction contracts, and the roles and responsibilities of the parties involved.

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CON 425.  Project Organization and Supervision.  (3 Credits)  
II. Prerequisites: MGT 301 and CON 421. A study of principles of construction project administration, systems for efficient operation of office and field personnel, and dispute avoidance and resolution procedures. The construction process is followed from project inception to closeout.

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CON 426.  Scheduling.  (3 Credits)  
I, II. Prerequisites: CON 325. A study of the planning and control of construction activities and project costing. Topics include critical path method scheduling, metric based progress monitoring, cash flow analysis, and cost control. Standard scheduling software is used. 2 Lec/2 Lab.

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CON 428.  Construction Sustainability.  (3 Credits)  
(3) A. A study focused on understanding the concept of sustainability in construction, which uses the requirements and procedures for obtaining Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) professional accreditation.

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CON 480.  Construction Management Graduate Preparation.  (1-6 Credits)  
Prerequisite: Admission to MS program in Applied Engineering and Technology Management, Construction Management concentrtation, and departmental approval. A guided study of construction management moduls meant for graduate students who have an undergraduate degree in an unrealated field but who hae a minimun of 3 years of verifiable construction experience.

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CON 499.  Construction Mgt. Capstone.  (3 Credits)  
II. Senior Class Restriction A project-based capstone course for senior-level construction management students under the direction of the construction management faculty. This course integrates applied components of undergraduate construction courses and incorporates online environmental and safety certifications. 2 Lec/2 Lab.

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CON 521.  Construction Contracts.  (3 Credits)  
I. Contract documents, drawings, and specifications and their impact on the construction process. A study of the types and organization of construction contracts, and the roles and responsibilities of the parties involved.

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CON 525.  Project Organization and Supervision.  (3 Credits)  
II. Prerequisites: MGT 301 and CON 421. A study of principles of construction project administration, systems for efficient operation of office and field personnel, and dispute avoidance and resolution procedures. The construction process is followed from project inception to closeout.

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CON 526.  Construction Scheduling.  (3 Credits)  
I, II. Prerequisites: CON 325 or coordinator approval. A study of the planning and control of construction activities and project costing. Topics include critical path method scheduling, metric-based progress monitoring, cash flow analysis, and cost control. Standard scheduling software is used. 2 Lec/2 Lab.

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Electricity/Electronics

EET 251.  Electricity and Electronics.  (3 Credits)  
I, II. Prerequisite: Grade of at least "C" in MAT 095 or a minimum math ACT score of 18 or a minimum SAT math score of 490. Principles of basic electricity, circuit operation, and electronics. Topics include electrical components, measurements, power, characteristics of AC-DC, basic circuit laws, circuit simulation, magnetism, energy conversion, and sources. 2 Lec/2 Lab.

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EET 252.  Digital Electronics.  (3 Credits)  
I, II. Prerequisite: grade of at least "C" in MAT 090 or equivalent. A survey of digital electronics fundamentals and applications. Topics include number systems, digital mathematics, logic families, logic gates, multiplexers, demltiplexers, comparators, counters, decoders, displays, and converters. 2 Lec/2 Lab.

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EET 257.  Electronic Devices and Circuits.  (3 Credits)  
A. Prerequisite: EET 251. An analysis of the characteristics of solid state devices and the common circuits that utilize these devices. Emphasis on problem solving supplemented by laboratory activities and demonstration of electronic circuits and devices. 2 Lec/2 Lab.

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EET 349.  Co-op or Appl Lrn: CET/CEN.  (1-8 Credits)  
II. Prerequisite: departmental approval, sophomore (30-59 hours) or higher standing and minimum of 2.0 GPA. Work under faculty and field supervisors in placements related to academic studies in Computer Electronics Technology (CET) or Computer Electronic Networking (CEN). Transfer students must have completed at least 12 hours of coursework at EKU. A minimum of 80 hours work required for each academic credit.

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EET 351.  Programmable Logic Controllers.  (3 Credits)  
A. Prerequisite: EET 251 or 252. The study of programmable logic controllers (PLCs). PLC functioning theory, selection, wiring, and programming. 2 Lec/2 Lab.

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Networking

NET 302.  PC Troubleshooting & Construction.  (3 Credits)  
I, II. Prerequisite: TEC 161 or (INF 104 or higher) or (CSC 140 or higher) or (MIS 212 or higher). Construction, operation and troubleshooting microprocessors, system memory, computer architecture, video types, monitors, hard drives, mice, cabling, notebook computers and printers modern operating systems, and application programs. Building computer systems to specific requirements. 2 Lec/2 Lab.

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NET 303.  LANs & PC Communications.  (3 Credits)  
I, II. Formerly EET 303. Prerequisite: TEC 161 or (INF 104 or higher) or (CSC 140 or higher) or (CIS 212 or higher) and (a grade of at least "C" in MAT 095 or a minimum math ACT score of 18 or a minimum SAT math score of 490). Installing, configuring, managing, and troubleshooting network and computer systems communications hardware and software. 2 Lec/2 Lab.

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NET 343.  Network Switches and Routers.  (3 Credits)  
A. Formerly EET 343. Prerequisite: NET 303 or EET 303 or MIS 375. Cisco internetworking, switching, IOS, routing, VLAN's, access lists, and WAN protocols are covered in a combination of lecture, demonstration, and laboratory. 2 Lec/2 Lab.

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NET 344.  Advanced Network Devices.  (3 Credits)  
A. Prerequisite: NET 343. Configure and troubleshoot network-aware devices/objects in small- to mid-sized LANs. Principles of network device/object startup, configuration and management, VLAN, advanced network communications and security. 2 Lec/2 Lab.

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NET 349.  Applied Learning in NET.  (0.5-8 Credits)  
I, II. Prerequisite: departmental approval, Sophomore (30-59 hours) or higher standing and minimum of 2.0 GPA. Work under faculty and field supervisors

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NET 349A.  Cooperative Study: CET/CEN.  (0.5-8 Credits)  
I, II. Formerly EET 349 A-N. Prerequisite: departmental approval, sophomore (30-59 hours) or higher standing and minimum of 2.0 GPA. Work under faculty and field supervisors in placements related to academic studies. 1-8 credit hours semester. Transfer students must have completed at least 12 hours of coursework at EKU. Minimum 80 hours work required per credit hour.

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NET 349B.  Cooperative Study: CET/CEN.  (0.5-8 Credits)  
I, II. Formerly EET 349 A-N. Prerequisite: departmental approval, sophomore (30-59 hours) or higher standing and minimum of 2.0 GPA. Work under faculty and field supervisors in placements related to academic studies. 1-8 credit hours semester. Transfer students must have completed at least 12 hours of coursework at EKU. Minimum 80 hours work required per credit hour.

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NET 349C.  Cooperative Study: CET/CEN.  (0.5-8 Credits)  
I, II. Formerly EET 349 A-N. Prerequisite: departmental approval, sophomore (30-59 hours) or higher standing and minimum of 2.0 GPA. Work under faculty and field supervisors in placements related to academic studies. 1-8 credit hours semester. Transfer students must have completed at least 12 hours of coursework at EKU. Minimum 80 hours work required per credit hour.

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NET 349D.  Cooperative Study: CET/CEN.  (0.5-8 Credits)  
I, II. Formerly EET 349 A-N. Prerequisite: departmental approval, sophomore (30-59 hours) or higher standing and minimum of 2.0 GPA. Work under faculty and field supervisors in placements related to academic studies. 1-8 credit hours semester. Transfer students must have completed at least 12 hours of coursework at EKU. Minimum 80 hours work required per credit hour.

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NET 349E.  Cooperative Study: CET/CEN.  (0.5-8 Credits)  
I, II. Formerly EET 349 A-N. Prerequisite: departmental approval, sophomore (30-59 hours) or higher standing and minimum of 2.0 GPA. Work under faculty and field supervisors in placements related to academic studies. 1-8 credit hours semester. Transfer students must have completed at least 12 hours of coursework at EKU. Minimum 80 hours work required per credit hour.

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NET 349F.  Cooperative Study: CET/CEN.  (0.5-8 Credits)  
I, II. Formerly EET 349 A-N. Prerequisite: departmental approval, sophomore (30-59 hours) or higher standing and minimum of 2.0 GPA. Work under faculty and field supervisors in placements related to academic studies. 1-8 credit hours semester. Transfer students must have completed at least 12 hours of coursework at EKU. Minimum 80 hours work required per credit hour.

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NET 349G.  Cooperative Study: CET/CEN.  (0.5-8 Credits)  
I, II. Formerly EET 349 A-N. Prerequisite: departmental approval, sophomore (30-59 hours) or higher standing and minimum of 2.0 GPA. Work under faculty and field supervisors in placements related to academic studies. 1-8 credit hours semester. Transfer students must have completed at least 12 hours of coursework at EKU. Minimum 80 hours work required per credit hour.

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NET 349H.  Cooperative Study: CET/CEN.  (0.5-8 Credits)  
I, II. Formerly EET 349 A-N. Prerequisite: departmental approval, sophomore (30-59 hours) or higher standing and minimum of 2.0 GPA. Work under faculty and field supervisors in placements related to academic studies. 1-8 credit hours semester. Transfer students must have completed at least 12 hours of coursework at EKU. Minimum 80 hours work required per credit hour.

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NET 349I.  Cooperative Study: CET/CEN.  (0.5-8 Credits)  
I, II. Formerly EET 349 A-N. Prerequisite: departmental approval, sophomore (30-59 hours) or higher standing and minimum of 2.0 GPA. Work under faculty and field supervisors in placements related to academic studies. 1-8 credit hours semester. Transfer students must have completed at least 12 hours of coursework at EKU. Minimum 80 hours work required per credit hour.

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NET 349J.  Cooperative Study: CET/CEN.  (0.5-8 Credits)  
I, II. Formerly EET 349 A-N. Prerequisite: departmental approval, sophomore (30-59 hours) or higher standing and minimum of 2.0 GPA. Work under faculty and field supervisors in placements related to academic studies. 1-8 credit hours semester. Transfer students must have completed at least 12 hours of coursework at EKU. Minimum 80 hours work required per credit hour.

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NET 349K.  Cooperative Study: CET/CEN.  (0.5-8 Credits)  
I, II. Formerly EET 349 A-N. Prerequisite: departmental approval, sophomore (30-59 hours) or higher standing and minimum of 2.0 GPA. Work under faculty and field supervisors in placements related to academic studies. 1-8 credit hours semester. Transfer students must have completed at least 12 hours of coursework at EKU. Minimum 80 hours work required per credit hour.

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NET 349L.  Cooperative Study: CET/CEN.  (0.5-8 Credits)  
I, II. Formerly EET 349 A-N. Prerequisite: departmental approval, sophomore (30-59 hours) or higher standing and minimum of 2.0 GPA. Work under faculty and field supervisors in placements related to academic studies. 1-8 credit hours semester. Transfer students must have completed at least 12 hours of coursework at EKU. Minimum 80 hours work required per credit hour.

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NET 349M.  Cooperative Study: CET/CEN.  (0.5-8 Credits)  
I, II. Formerly EET 349 A-N. Prerequisite: departmental approval, sophomore (30-59 hours) or higher standing and minimum of 2.0 GPA. Work under faculty and field supervisors in placements related to academic studies. 1-8 credit hours semester. Transfer students must have completed at least 12 hours of coursework at EKU. Minimum 80 hours work required per credit hour.

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NET 349N.  Cooperative Study: CET/CEN.  (0.5-8 Credits)  
I, II. Formerly EET 349 A-N. Prerequisite: departmental approval, sophomore (30-59 hours) or higher standing and minimum of 2.0 GPA. Work under faculty and field supervisors in placements related to academic studies. 1-8 credit hours semester. Transfer students must have completed at least 12 hours of coursework at EKU. Minimum 80 hours work required per credit hour.

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NET 354.  Microcomputer and Network Security.  (3 Credits)  
I, II. Formerly EET 354. Prerequisite: NET 303 or EET 303 or MIS 375. Security considerations in computer systems and networks using appropriate hardware and software. Topics include malware, encryption, VPNs, ACLs, firewalls, Wi-Fi, and secure protocols. Testing configuring, managing and troubleshooting security in network systems. 2 Lec/2 Lab.

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NET 361.  Cloud Technology Foundations.  (3 Credits)  
A. Prerequisite: NET 303 or MIS 375. Cloud computing configurations and deployments. Definition, models, characteristics, testing, security, and management, business cases, and emerging technologies from the perspective of a cloud practitioner. Case studies of cloud computing across various industries. 2 Lec/2 Lab.

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NET 367B.  Exit Exam for Minor in Computer Electronics Technology.  (0.5 Credits)  
A. Prerequisite: Consent of Advisor. Registration in NET 367B is required of all undergraduate students in the Minor for Computer Electronics Technology program for the term in which they wish to take their comprehensive examination.

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NET 367C.  Exit Exam for University Certificate in Cyber Systems and Network Security.  (0.5 Credits)  
A. Prerequisite: A minimum of 9 semester hours of NET courses completed, and EET 252. Registration in NET 367C is required of all students in the Cyber Systems and Network Security Technology university certificate, for the semester in which they wish to take their comprehensive exit examination.

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NET 385.  Advanced Switches & Routers.  (3 Credits)  
(3) A. Prerequisite: NET 343. Configure and troubleshoot small to mid-sized switched LANs. Principles of switch and router startup, configuration and management, VLAN, trunking, STP, advanced routing, WAN, scaling IP address space. Configure, apply and verify Access Control Lists. 2 Lec/2 Lab.

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NET 395.  Special Topics in NET.  (2-3 Credits)  
A. Fomerly EET 395. Prerequisite: 30 credit hours or more completed, and (EET 252 or NET 303). Emerging technologies in the area of Network security and electronics (NET). May be retaken up to a maximum of 9 hours provided subject matter differs each time. Lec/Lab.

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NET 399.  Associate Degree Capstone.  (3 Credits)  
II. Formerly EET 399. Prerequisite: 30 credit hours or more completed, with a minimum of 9 semester hours of NET coursework completed, and a minimum of 6 semester hours of EET coursework completed. A project and research oriented course which serves as a capstone experience at the Associate Degree level. Design, implementation, analysis, and troubleshooting of electronic and computer technology related systems, and managing a technical.

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NET 403.  Advanced LANs and PC Communication.  (3 Credits)  
A. Formerly EET 403. Prerequisite: NET 303 or EET 303 or MIS 375. This course will cover installation, configuration, troubleshooting and maintaining common server platforms. The participants will be given the opportunity to setup and manage network hardware, operating systems and applications. 2 Lec/2 Lab.

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NET 440.  Wired/Wireless Communications.  (3 Credits)  
A. Prerequisite: EET 257; MAT 112B or higher and PHY 101. Principles of communication over fiber and other wired/wireless media; digital and analog data transmission; modulation and multiplexing of data. Communication system components, safety, testing and troubleshooting. 2 Lec/2 Lab.

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NET 454.  Wireless/WAN Security.  (3 Credits)  
A. Prerequisites: ((NET 303 or MIS 375) and NET 354) or CSC 338. Security considerations in wireless and WANs. Wi-Fi, 802. 11x, WPA, RADIUS, encryption, VPNs, VLANs, AAA authentication, Network Security Appliances, and secure protocols. Laboratory based configuration and security testing of WAPs, appliances and servers. 2 Lec/2 Lab.

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NET 467.  Exit Exam for BS in CST.  (0.5 Credits)  
(0.5) A. Prerequisite: Consent to advisor. Registration in NET 467 is required of all undergraduate B.S. (NET) students for the term in which they wish to take their comprehensive examination, including the exit exam and advisor approved certification or license.

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NET 499.  Senior Capstone.  (3 Credits)  
II. Formerly EET 499. Prerequisite: 90 credit hours or more completed, with a minimum of 18 semester hours of NET coursework completed, and a minimum of 9 semester hours of EET coursework completed, and AEM 310. A project and research oriented course which serves as a capstone experience at the Bachelor Degree level. Design, implementation, anaylsis, and troubleshooting of networking, computers and electronics technology related systems, and managing a technical project.

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