Undergraduate Catalog 2009-2011
Technology & Engineering Education (K-12)
Faculty
J. A. DeLaura, Chair (860-832-1850): M. Dischino, P. Foster, D.
Sianez, M. C. Vincenti (Dept. phone: 860-832-1850;
fax: 860-832-1811; website: www.technology.ccsu.edu)
Department Overview
The Department of
Technology and Engineering Education (K-12) offers the following programs of
instruction:
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BS degree in technology and engineering
education (K-12);
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Post baccalaureate certification program in
technology education;
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MS degree programs in technology education; and
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Planned post master's-no certificate or degree.
Specific
requirements for MS degree programs and planned post master's programs in
technology education are stated in the Graduate
Catalog.
The technology and engineering
education (K-12) curriculum prepares individuals for teacher certification,
grades K-12. Emphasis is placed on designing, developing, and utilizing
technological systems; open-ended problem-based design activities; cognitive,
manipulative, and affective learning strategies; and applying technological
knowledge and processes to real-world experiences utilizing up-to-date
resources. Technology and engineering education (K-12) majors complete a core
of technology courses involving classroom and laboratory experiences with the
materials, machines, systems, and concepts related to technology. In general
education, technology majors experience courses in the humanities, social and
behavioral sciences, mathematics, natural sciences, fine arts, and physical
education. Preparation as a technology educator culminates with a core of
professional education courses involving teaching strategies, evaluation,
curriculum development, and student teaching.
Individuals who already have a
bachelor's degree who desire to meet certification requirements for teaching
technology and engineering education (K-12) in Connecticut should contact Dr.
James DeLaura (860-832-1850).
Program
Major in Technology and Engineering Education (K-12), BS (130 credits)
General Education Requirements
(45-52 credits)
| ENG 110 |
Freshman Composition |
3 |
| COMM 115 |
Fundamentals of Communication |
3 |
| or |
|
|
| COMM 140 |
Public Speaking |
3 |
| PE 144 |
Fitness/Wellness Ventures |
2 |
| HIST 161 |
American History to 1877 |
3 |
| or |
|
|
| HIST 162 |
American History from 1877 to Present |
3 |
| MATH 115 |
Trigonometry |
3 |
| or |
|
|
| MATH 119 |
Pre-Calculus with Trigonometry |
4 |
| PSY 236 |
Life-Span Development |
3 |
| TE 110 |
Technological Systems |
3 |
| PHYS 111 |
Introductory Physics I |
3 |
| CHEM 111 |
Introductory Chemistry |
3 |
| STAT 104 |
Elementary Statistics |
3 |
These courses count
toward the overall general education requirements.
Note: This major
does not require a minor.
Technology and Engineering Education (K-12) Professional
Requirements
| TE 299 |
Technology & Engineering
Education Practicum |
3 |
| TE 399 |
Teaching Technology & Engineering (K-12) Teaching |
3
|
| TE 400 |
Professional Practices and Responsibilities in Technology Education and Engineering |
3
|
Note: All of these
courses may not be available each semester and are seldom available during the
summer sessions; refer to the course description section of this catalog for
information.
Technology and Engineering Education (K-12) Technical
Requirements
| MFG 118 |
Introduction to Materials |
3 |
| MFG 121 |
Technical Drafting & CAD |
3 |
| ENGR 150 |
Introduction to Engineering |
3 |
| CET 223 |
Basic Electrical Circuits |
3 |
| ET 241 |
Applied Statics and Strength of Materials |
3 |
| TE 115 |
Electronic Portfolio Assessment |
3 |
| TE 155 |
Integrating Engineering Concepts for K-8 Students |
3
|
| TE 215 |
Materials Processing |
3 |
| TE 221 |
Innovation & Invention |
3 |
| TE 245 |
Building Design & Construction |
3 |
| TE 310 |
Communication Systems |
3 |
| TE 330 |
Transportation Design |
3 |
| TE 417 |
Robot Design & Construction |
3 |
| TE 498 |
Technology & Engineering Education Senior Design Project |
3
|
Students may take
additional technical courses, indicated by the TC prefix, approved by their
technology and engineering education (K-12) advisor to fulfill their general
education requirements.
Professional Education Requirements
| SPED 315 |
Introduction to Educating
Learners with Exceptionalities |
3
|
| EDSC 425 |
Principles of Secondary Education |
3 |
| EDF 415 |
Educational Foundations |
3 |
| EDTE 316 |
Principles of Learning (Sec/K-12) |
4 |
| EDSC 414 |
Preliminary Student Teaching (Technology Education) |
6
|
| EDSC 415 |
Student Teaching (Technology Education) |
6 |
| RDG 440 |
Literacy in Secondary School |
3 |
Admission to the Professional Program
Students must make
formal application for admission to the professional program of technology and
engineering education (K-12) after completion of 45 credits in course work. At
least 15 of these credits must be in TC or TE courses. Applications are
available from the dean of the School of Education and Professional Studies,
Barnard Hall, and must be filed prior to September 21 or February 21.
Acceptance is prerequisite to taking TE 400, EDSC 375, 414, and 415, EDF 415,
EDTE 315, and SPED 315. Students must maintain a minimum 2.50 grade point
average in all technology courses. See School of Education and Professional
Studies, Admission to Professional Program section in the catalog for
additional information.
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