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IT 1101   Freshman Seminar   IT 1101 Freshman Seminar (1-0). Seminar course designed to introduce students to faculty facilities and programs in Industrial Technology and to introduce students to college skills and resource essential for a successful college career.  
IT 1303   Engineering Drawing I   IT 1303 (ENGR 1304) Engineering Drawing I (2-4). Use of American National Standards Institute symbols and conventions; techniques of freehand sketching; accepted styles and practices of lettering; and the relationship between points lines and planes through multi-view drawing principles. Shape description through pictorial methods. Course fee: $15  
IT 1306   Beginning Metalwork Tech   IT 1306 Beginning Metalwork Technology (2-4). A comprehensive course in industrial metals processes. Problems of pattern development shearing cutting forming bending folding and fabricating sheet steel as related to the sheet metal industry. Investigation of other industrial processes and techniques such as: industrial foundry processes; cold metal forming using bending twisting hammering and combining techniques; forging and tempering techniques. Course fee: $15  
IT 1308   Basic Electricity   IT 1308 Basic Electricity (2-4). Principles of direct current and alternating current electricity. Applications of series parallel and series-parallel circuitry including Ohm's Law Kerchhoff?s Laws batteries meters resistance capacitance inductance magnetism and electromagnetism soldering and assembly. Course fee: $15  
IT 1309   Power Technology   IT 1309 Power Technology (2-4). A foundation course which looks into energy power and transportation technologies. Investigation into their evolution development production relationships and use. Course fee: $15  
IT 2301   ST: Building Codes & Inspec   IT 2301 Special Topics (3-0). The Special Topics course is used in case of Independent Studies or new course introduction. Course fee: $15  
IT 2301   ST: Building Codes & Inspect   IT 2301 Special Topics (3-0). The Special Topics course is used in case of Independent Studies or new course introduction. Course fee: $15  
IT 2303   Intro to CAD and Drafting   IT 2303 Introduction to Computer-Aided Design and Drafting (2-4). Introduction to how commercial CAD systems operate. Computer graphics hardware and software. Applications of CAD graphics applications specifically in two dimensions. Course fee: $15  
IT 2304   Photography   IT 2304 (ARTS 2356) Photography (2-4). A foundation course in understanding the camera and the principles of its operation light and film darkroom techniques and photographic processes as they may be applied in industry using black and white films. Course fee: $15  
IT 2304   Photography Appreciation   IT 2304 (ARTS 2356) Photography Appreciation (2-4). This course examines the relationship between photography and contemporary culture with emphasis placed on the study of photography as an art form, giving special attention to photography's influence in a range of disciplines from visual art to pop culture to social issues. The course also introduces skills in both analog and digital photography, including lighting, composition, and darkroom techniques, which enhance the appreciation of the art of photography.  
IT 2305   Machine Wood Technology   IT 2305 Machine Wood Technology (2-4). A comprehensive course in industrial woods processes. The course includes some hand processes but focuses on machine operations as required in mill work and the woodworking industry. Reading and analyzing drawings selecting materials completing a bill of materials and project planning are integral components in the course. Course fee: $15  
IT 2306   Machine Shop Technology   IT 2306 Machine Shop Technology (2-4). A foundation course in the use of precision measuring instruments and metal working machines. Intended as an introduction to the machine shop practices of industry. Course fee: $15  
IT 2307   Welding Technology   IT 2307 Welding Technology (2-4). A study of principles and correct use of the equipment materials and processes required for oxy-acetylene welding cutting and brazing and electric arc welding. Course fee: $15  
IT 2309   Tech/Sm Eng Maint & Repair   IT 2309 Technology of Small Engine Maintenance and Repair (2-4). The scientific mechanical and service concepts of two- cycle and four-cycle engines. Provides the student with the basic knowledge of these concepts and their application. Course fee: $15  
IT 2313   Construction Graphics   IT 2313 Construction Graphics (3-0). This course provides visualization interpretation and communication of graphical geometry in construction design and engineering; graphical analysis of problems; plan reading; computer aided design and fundamentals of information modeling software; introduction to common quantitative tools in construction. Primarily focuses on residential and light commercial construction.  
IT 2314   Welding Technology II   IT 2314 Welding Technology II (2-4). Advanced topics based on accepted welding codes. Training provided with various electrodes in shielded metal arc welding processes with open V-groove joints in all positions. Prerequisite: IT 2307. Course fee: $15  
IT 2316   Ironworking I   IT 2316 Ironworking I (2-4). Forge operation and basic blacksmithing techniques including metal forming forge welding and steel tempering techniques used in industry. Course fee: $15  
IT 2317   Ironworking II   IT 2317 Ironworking II (2-4). A continuation of the ironworking skills studied in IT 2316 including ornamental and tool making. Prerequisite: IT 2316 or permission of the instructor. Course fee: $15  
IT 2349   Intro to Supply Chain Managemn   IT 2349 Introduction to Supply Chain Management (3-0) Introduction to the concepts and techniques used to plan, source, manufacture, and deliver products and services meeting customer needs in a global environment. Topics include supply chain strategy, forecasting, inventory management, logistics, and operations management, among others.  
IT 2355   Construction Estimating I   IT 2355 Construction Estimating I (3-0). A practical study course designed to provide the student with the knowledge and skill necessary for accurately estimating required building material cost for construction projects. Included will be the study of cost analysis and cost control overhead costa and control cost comparison and adjusted standard cost.  
IT 2365   Safety Management I   IT 2365 Safety Management I (3-0). The course introduces the student to the OSHA Act and industry standards for achieving a zero injury daily outcome on industrial and construction projects. The course will include Construction Industry Institute research safety best practices interactive activities involving safety culture leadership techniques; behavior based safety industrial hygiene environmental concerns as well as industrial safety analysis techniques. Students will be introduced to OSHA regulations and industry practices related to creating and maintaining safe working environments. Students will be eligible to earn OSHA 10 -hour safety certification.  
IT 3301   Integrated Constructn & Design   IT 3301 Special Topics (3-0). A course covering various topics in the field of Industrial Technology. May be repeated for credit when the topic varies. Course fee: $15  
IT 3301   Interior Construction   IT 3301 Special Topics (3-0). A course covering various topics in the field of Industrial Technology. May be repeated for credit when the topic varies. Course fee: $15  
IT 3301   Professional Development   IT 3301 Special Topics (3-0). A course covering various topics in the field of Industrial Technology. May be repeated for credit when the topic varies. Course fee: $15  
IT 3301   Ranch Construction   IT 3301 Special Topics (3-0). A course covering various topics in the field of Industrial Technology. May be repeated for credit when the topic varies. Course fee: $15  
IT 3301   Special Topics: Saddle Making   IT 3301 Special Topics (3-0). A course covering various topics in the field of Industrial Technology. May be repeated for credit when the topic varies. Course fee: $15  
IT 3301   ST Home Construction Contest   IT 3301 Special Topics (3-0). A course covering various topics in the field of Industrial Technology. May be repeated for credit when the topic varies. Course fee: $15  
IT 3301   ST: Home Construction Contest   IT 3301 Special Topics (3-0). A course covering various topics in the field of Industrial Technology. May be repeated for credit when the topic varies. Course fee: $15  
IT 3301   ST: Saddlemaking   IT 3301 Special Topics (3-0). A course covering various topics in the field of Industrial Technology. May be repeated for credit when the topic varies. Course fee: $15  
IT 3303   Arch Drafting & Home Plan   IT 3303 Architectural Drafting and Home Planning (2-4). Architectural drafting with emphasis on the principles of good design and planning the small home. Time is spent on architectural details materials and methods of construction energy conservation practices the use of symbols lettering and building standards of the American Institute of Architects. Course fee: $15  
IT 3309   Construction Project Mgmt I   IT 3309 Construction Project Management I (3-0). This course will provide an introduction to construction project management covering concepts of project selection estimating bidding scheduling subcontracting practices cost controls project documentation construction bonds insurance payments and the elements of project close out. it will also provide for the development of professional communication skills through prepared multi-media presentations.  
IT 3312   Building Systems   IT 3312 Building Systems (3-0). This course introduces students to the design operation materials and installation methods of mechanical electrical and plumbing systems in construction. Students will be introduced to the basic design principles and components of mechanical and electrical systems. Students will perform simple calculations of cooling/heating loads/power demands examine related building codes and standards and understand selected installation methods for basic mechanical and electrical systems.  
IT 3316   Adv Machine Metalwork Tech   IT 3316 Advanced Machine Metalwork Technology (2-4). Modern methods techniques and materials of the metal working industry. Special emphasis is placed upon advanced lathe and milling operations. Prerequisite: IT 2306 or equivalent or special permission. Course fee: $15  
IT 3320   Warehouse Management   IT 3320 Warehouse Management (3-0) A study of the concepts of inventory management used in warehouses and distribution centers to accurately report the quantity and value of the materials received, stored and shipped to customers. Introduces select analytical techniques, strategies, and applied problem-solving approaches.  
IT 3323   3D Computer Graphics   IT 3323 Three Dimensional Computer Graphics (2-4). An advanced course in computer aided drafting and design. Focus is on 3D design including work with solids and materials rendering. Prerequisite: IT 2303 or special permission. Course fee: $15  
IT 3324   Construction Materials   IT 3324 Construction Materials (3-0). This course introduces students to the basic building materials and systems use din construction buildings bridges and infrastructure projects. Students will develop a basic understanding of building materials their uses and application. It offers a basic understanding of the use of common materials used in systems such as foundations structural framing/skeleton building envelops and finishes. Namely it introduces students to proper terminology and usage of wood steel and concrete materials and selected manufactured components.  
IT 3325   Methods & Tech of Construction   IT 3325 Methods and Techniques of Construction (2-4). Methods techniques and processes in the construction industry. Emphasis on practical application and the acquisition of skills in standard residential construction practices. Course fee: $15  
IT 3355   Construction Estimating II   IT 3355 Construction Estimating II (3-0). This course introduces students to the skills and tools necessary to prepare formal bids for construction projects. It focuses on pricing indirect costs bid analysis and use of computer aided software. The course addresses the bidding procedure from receipt of bid documents through work breakdown work quantification pricing and bid submittal for lump sum and unit price bids and preparation of project proposals. Prerequisites: IT 2355  
IT 4301   Org of Industrial Processing   IT 4301 Organization of Industrial Processing (3-0). A course designed to acquaint students with production planning and research from design through marketing for industrial products. Course fee: $15  
IT 4303   Arch Working Drawing & Specs   IT 4303 Architectural Working Drawings and Specifications (2-4). Emphasis is on developing complete plans schedules and specifications for common construction. Attention will be given to residential light commercial structural specifications and an introduction to computer applications in architecture. Course fee: $15  
IT 4311   Special Problems:Internship   IT 4311 Special Problems in Industrial Technology (3-0). Individual study in a selected area of industrial technology. May be repeated for credit when the topic varies based on and individual program requirements. Course fee: $15  
IT 4311   ST: Internship   IT 4311 Special Problems in Industrial Technology (3-0). Individual study in a selected area of industrial technology. May be repeated for credit when the topic varies based on and individual program requirements. Course fee: $15  
IT 4313   Project Controls   IT 4313 Construction Project Controls (3-0). This course is designed to provide the student an introduction to construction related financial documents. Emphasis is placed on creating schedule of values labor and operations cost reports income statements balance sheets and construction budgets; Students are also introduced to the techniques required to effectively monitor the financial aspects of a construction project. The students will have the opportunity to demonstrate their abilities and knowledge while learning many of the vital elements and challenges that projects teams face in the development and execution of a construction project while also learning of the processes and systems available to them from pre-construction to closeout.  
IT 4319   Planning and Scheduling   IT 4319 Construction Planning and Scheduling (3-0). This is a study course in construction planning and scheduling using the critical path method of scheduling. The course addresses the development and use of bar charts CPM network diagrams CPM calculations and other selected topics such as resource leveling network crashing and earned value management. Specifically the course address the development of parameter cost estimates for activities that relate to the construction of a building project; work packages sequenced planned and leveled to develop a working project execution document; development of procedures to monitor actual field progress. Also studied are methods of efficient job control and sensible scheduling of employees machines materials and money on a construction job.  
IT 4329   Facility Design and Mgmt   IT 4329 Facility Design and Management (3-0). This course provides a basic understanding the concepts science and strategic decision processes associated with locating and designing facilities. Students will learn how facility design can enhance customer satisfaction and the methods to effectively utilize people equipment space and energy in facilities. Additionally students will learn how facility design can reduce costs and grow supply chain profitability and to identify safety hazards in facilities.  
IT 4340   Business Transportation   IT 4340 Business Transportation Management (3-0) A study of the principles of transportation investigating the role of transportation systems; environmental and economic impacts; modal components; managerial and economic aspects of the various modes, with applications to both domestic and international operations.  
IT 5304   Process Improvement   IT 5304 Special Problems in Industrial Technology (3-0).  
IT 5304   SP: Welding Technology   IT 5304 Special Problems in Industrial Technology (3-0).  
IT 5304   Supply Chain Management   IT 5304 Special Problems in Industrial Technology (3-0).  
IT 5310   Supply Chain Mgmt   IT 5310 Strategic Supply Chain Management (3-0) This course explores the current issues, opportunities, strategies, techniques and concepts used to plan, source, manufacturer, and deliver products used in order to meet customer needs in a global environment. Topics include supply chain strategy, forecasting, inventory management, logistics, and operations management, among others.  
IT 5330   Transportation Management   IT 5330 Transportation and Logistics Management (3-0) This course presents core knowledge related to the areas of Transportation, Logistics and Distribution(TLD) management within supply chain operations. Examines the logistics and transportation operations, including the structure, challenges, and potential of the major modes of domestic transportation. Topics will include cross-docking, reverse logistics tactics, multi-modal freight operations, high-tech automated warehousing and order delivery and current topics in the logistics industry.  
IT 5335   Supplier Management   IT 5335 Strategic Sourcing and Supplier Management (3-0) This course examines the role of sourcing and procurement functions within a company and the evaluation, selection, and development of suppliers. The course is also designed to emphasize the importance of negotiation and managing contracts. Topics include: category management, supplier solicitation, bidding processes, competitive negotiations, price and cost analysis, total cost of ownership, types of purchasing contracts, and international purchasing issues.