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Garth A. Hill, Chair
230 SNLB, PO Box 28200, (801) 378-2021

College of Engineering and Technology Advisement Center
264 CB, PO Box 24101, (801) 378-4325

Admission to Degree Program

All technology education degree programs are open enrollment. However, special limitations apply for teaching majors and construction management majors. Please see the college advisement center for specific details.

Graduation Requirements

To receive a bachelor's degree a student must fill three groups of requirements: (1) general education requirements; (2) university requirements; and (3) major requirements.

General Education Requirements

Please see your college advisement center for information about general education courses you should take to dovetail with your major program.

Languages of Learning

Precollege Math (zero to one course)
(or Math ACT score of at least 22)
0–3.0 hours
First-Year Writing (one course) 3.0
Advanced Writing (one to four courses) 3–8.0
Advanced Languages/Math/Music
(one to four courses)
3–20.0

Liberal Arts Core

Biological Science (one to two courses) 3–6.0
Physical Science (one to two courses) 3–7.0
American Heritage (one to two courses) 3–6.0
Wellness (one to three courses) 1.5–3.0
Civilization (two courses) 6.0

Arts and Sciences Electives

Arts and Letters (one course) 3.0
Natural Sciences (one course) 3–4.0
Social and Behavioral Sciences (one course) 3.0

Note 1: For a complete list of courses that will fill each GE category, see the General Education section of the current class schedule.

Note 2: Additional information about general education requirements can be found in the General Education section of the current class schedule or this catalog.

Minimum University Requirements

Religion 14.0
Upper-division hours 40.0
Residency 30.0
Total hours 128.0

Cumulative GPA must be at least 2.0.

Note: See the Graduation section of this catalog for more information.

Major Requirements

Complete the major requirements listed for one of the following undergraduate degree programs.

Undergraduate Programs and Degrees

BS Construction Management
Emphasis (optional):
International
BS Technology Teacher Education
BS Facilities Management
Emphasis (optional):
International

For help or information on the undergraduate programs, please see your college advisement center.

Graduate Programs and Degrees

MS Technology Education

For more information see the 1998-99 BYU Graduate Catalog.



Construction Management

The Discipline

Construction management is a field where there are new problems to solve daily, and the challenge is always present to find a better way to build the cities, offices, homes, highways, and multiple projects that will meet worldwide demands.

BYU's construction management curriculum covers five essential areas: construction technology, architecture, engineering, business management, and construction management.

Career Opportunities

The program has had 100 percent placement within the construction industry, with salaries typically near the top range of BYU graduates. Graduates find employment in a variety of construction-industry-related positions. Typical position titles are superintendent, estimator, scheduler, field engineer, inspector, general contractor, sales representative, insurance and bonding agent, safety engineer, project manager, owner's representative, financial loan officer, etc.

Alumni find they are qualified for employment in all types of construction. It is a broad-based program that provides the training and experience needed for several occupational opportunities.
This major is also excellent preparation for students desiring further study in architecture, business management, or construction law.

General Information

High School Preparation

Recommended high school courses include drafting, algebra, trigonometry, calculus, physics, and carpentry, along with the other courses necessary for admittance to BYU.

Prearchitecture Program

Brigham Young University does not have an architecture program, but construction management provides an excellent preparatory program for architecture. Consult with department faculty concerning a prearchitecture program.



BS Construction Management (100 hours*)

Major Requirements

  1. Complete the following preprofessional courses:
    CM 105.
    Engl 115.
    Math 112.
    Phscs 105.

  2. Complete the following professional courses:
    CM 155, 199R (1 hour), 210, 211, 217, 241, 311, 320, 335, 345, 385, 411, 412, 415, 426, 445.
    CEEn 103, 113, 302.
    TecE 270.

  3. Complete four registrations of the following:
    TecE 291R.

  4. Complete three registrations of the following:
    TecE 391R.

  5. Complete one registration of the following:
    CM 491R.

  6. Complete the following supporting courses:
    Acc 200, 341.
    BusM 300.
    Comms 150.
    Econ 110.
    OrgB 320.
    Stat 221.
    VADes 102.

  7. Select one course from the following:
    MCom 320.
    Engl 316.

*Hours include courses that may fulfill GE or university requirements.



Emphasis (optional): International (106.5-108.5 hours*)

Major Requirements

  1. Complete the requirements for the preceding construction management program as outlined (with the exception of Econ 110).

  2. Complete the following additional courses:
    BusM 430.
    EngT 200, 498.

  3. Select one course from the following:
    RelC 344, 351, 355, 356.

  4. After consulting with a faculty advisor, select a foreign literature course or a classical civilization course. Or select one course from the following:
    ArtHC 260.
    FnArt 270.
    Fren/Ital 217.
    Hist 312.
    Hum 240, 242.
    Music 203.

  5. An international “live-in” experience is required. This requirement may be satisfied by (1) a semester or term work experience in a foreign country, (2) a semester or term Study Abroad program approved by the David M. Kennedy Center and college personnel, or (3) a prior living experience, such as a foreign mission.

Recommended

A foreign language proficiency is strongly recommended.

*Hours include courses that may fulfill GE or university requirements.



Construction Management (CM)

Class Schedule Major Academic Plan (MAP)

Undergraduate Courses

105. Construction Documents. (3:3:0) F, W

How and why specific types of contract documents and specifications are compiled for a project; reading and interpreting complex construction documents. Fee.

155. Architectural Drafting. (3:2:3) F, W

Developing residential plans; floor, foundation, plot, elevations, sections, and details. Introduction to architectural CAD. Fee.

199R. Cooperative Education. (1–3:Arr.:Arr. ea.) F, W, Sp, Su Prerequisite: department chair's and cooperative education coordinator's consent.

Work experience evaluated by supervisor and posted on student's transcript.

210. Framing Methods. (3:2:4) F, W

Conversion of a framing plan to an actual building. Residential plan reading, estimating materials and manpower, framing schedule, and quality assurance. Fee.

211. Finishing Methods in Construction. (3:3:0) F, Su

Managing finish work in construction. Energy-efficient construction and insulation methods. Applying exterior and interior finishing systems, including roofing, siding, drywall, and trim. Quality-control procedures in construction finishes. Fee.

217. Concrete and Masonry Construction. (3:2:3) F, W

Quality concrete and masonry, including admixtures, concrete forming reinforcement, curing, and testing. Brick and block masonry construction. Quality-control. Fee.

241. Electrical Systems in Construction. (2:2:2) F, W

Electrical circuits in the construction industry. Fee.

311. Quantity Takeoffs. (3:3:0) F, Su Prerequisite: CM 105, 210, 211, 217, TecE 270.

Compiling, organizing, and analyzing all the items that influence and contribute to total cost of residential and commercial construction projects. Maximizing estimating effectiveness and efficiency through computer integration.

320. Mechanical Systems. (3:3:0) F, Sp Prerequisite: CM 210.

Basic plumbing and HVAC principles, materials; installation and application methods. Systems sizing and design, heat loss/gain calculations, and payback analysis. managing the plumbing and HVAC trades. Fee.

335. Construction Equipment and Soils Mechanics. (3:3:0) W, Sp Prerequisite: CEEn 103, 302.

Basic soil mechanics and subsurface construction theory and practice for foundations of building and engineered facilities. Underpinning, piling, dry and wet excavating, dewatering, cofferdams, caissons, and spread and strip foundations. Lecture, field trips.

345. Construction Safety Management. (3:3:0) F, Su

Safety requirements and responsibilities in construction; cost and impact of accidents; accident investigation; compliance with OSHA regulations; Code of Federal Requirements; hazard analysis; substance abuse in the workplace; fall protection; hazardous waste management; fire prevention; record-keeping requirements.

385. Construction Contracts and Law. (3:3:0) F, Su Prerequisite: Acc 341.

Contractual obligations defined, including agency, contract interpretation, performance and liability issues, breach and termination, judicial remedy, and arbitration as applied to the construction industry. Overview of municipal zoning ordinances and codes.

411. Advanced Estimating and Bidding. (3:2:3) F, W Prerequisite: CM 311 or instructor's consent.

Competitive bidding strategies, design-build methods, bid analysis, and project buyout in construction. Computerized estimating systems. Fee.

412. Construction Scheduling and Cost Control. (3:2:3) F, W Prerequisite: CM 311 or instructor's consent.

Planning, scheduling, and monitoring construction projects, including development of critical path networks (CPM and PERT), Gannt bar charts, construction cost control, and reporting practices. Fee.

415. Construction Project Management and Control. (3:3:0) F Prerequisite: CM 412 or concurrent registration.

Managing and controlling construction projects. Planning, startup procedures, inspections, progress measurements, field reports, change order and submittal processing, equipment management, and project closeout.

426. Real Estate Principles and Development. (4:4:0) F Prerequisite: BusM 300 and instructor's consent.

Principles of real estate investments, emphasizing mortgage instruments and development of property from raw land to residential and commercial properties. Fee.

445. Construction Company Operations and Management. (3:3:0) W, Su Prerequisite: CM 415, BusM 300.

Organizing, controlling, and directing operations of construction companies; financial management, budgeting, cash flow analysis, purchasing and cost control, and business planning.

491R. Senior Seminar. (0.5:1:0 ea.) F

Developing best employment opportunities and strategy; interviewing, sales negotiations, resumé and letter writing, and salary negotiations. College Lecture attendance required.

494R. Special Problems in Construction Management. (1–3:Arr.:Arr. ea.) F, W, Sp, Su Prerequisite: instructor's consent. Fee.



Technology Education

BS Technology Teacher Education (87-89 hours,* including certification hours)

The Discipline

The study of technology education prepares students to teach drafting, electronics, graphic arts, woodwork, metalwork, auto mechanics, and technology at the secondary and the postsecondary levels. The curriculum covers innovative technologies such as lasers, fiber optics, robotics, fluid power, electronic publishing, video production, multimedia production, and a variety of other applications. The dramatic pace of technological innovation makes this a vital major—one that aims to improve the rising generation's technological literacy and increase their awareness of technology's impacts upon individuals, society, and the environment. An ever-evolving adaptation to advancements adequately prepares graduates for technology careers.

Career Opportunities

The program prepares industrial/technology/vocational teachers for junior high/middle schools, high schools, and post-high-school programs. Additional education is required to prepare for teacher education in a college or university. Some graduates work for innovators and suppliers of technology-related equipment. The department continually has many more requests for teachers than available graduates.

Major Requirements

  1. Complete the following:
    TecE 120, 140, 149, 150, 200, 209, 229, 240, 250, 270.
    And complete 3 hours from the following:
    CM 155.
    MeEn 170.

  2. After consulting with a faculty advisor, complete 12 hours from the following technical depth courses:
    CM 105, 210, 211, 217, 241, 311, 320.
    EET 103.
    MET 230, 331.
    MFE 250, 251.
    TecE 199R, 205, 230, 281, 300, 301, 329, 386, 387, 388, 400, 450, 489, 490R.

      Note: Junior high teachers must select a minimum of one class from each of four clusters; senior high teachers must select from two cluster areas; senior high technology and industrial arts teachers must have a minimum of 15 hours in one cluster area plus two years of industrial trade experience. Seek advisement early in the program.

  3. Complete four registrations of the following:
    TecE 291R.

  4. Complete three registrations of the following:
    TecE 391R.

  5. Complete one registration of the following:
    TecE 491R.

  6. Complete one course from the following:
    Math 112, 119.
    Stat 221.

  7. Complete one GE Natural Sciences elective (one of the following recommended):
    Biol 150.
    Chem 101.
    Phscs 105.

  8. Complete the following:
    TecE 325, 340, 377, 405, 470, 477.

  9. Complete the Professional Education Component (24–25 hours): see the Secondary Education section of this catalog for certification requirements.

*Hours include courses that may fulfill GE or university requirements.



BS Facilities Management (88 hours*)

The Discipline

This program prepares students to be part of the administrative/supervisory team in the increasingly complex world of facilities management. The facilities manager combines management practices with the most current technical knowledge to plan, provide, and manage a productive work environment. Along with a minor in business management, the program includes courses in drafting, landscape design, real estate, space utilization, and building systems.

Career Opportunities

The program has nearly 100 percent job placement within the field of facilities management. Employment can be found with colleges and universities, hospitals and health care centers, governmental agencies, recreational complexes, airports, large industrial plants, and other institutions or businesses that have large facilities.

Responsibilities encompass supervision of planning, renovation, and maintenance of buildings and grounds. Attention is given to employee health and safety, security, disaster planning, and environmental concerns. The program is broad based and prepares managers for all types of facilities, with salaries among the upper-level of university graduates.
Further educational opportunities include advanced degrees in facilities management, business administration, public administration, or other related fields.

Major Requirements

  1. Complete the following:
    CM 105, 155, 311, 320, 385, 412.
    Math 110.
    Stat 221.
    TecE 270.

  2. Complete 2 hours of the following:
    TecE 199R.

  3. Complete 3 hours of the following:
    CM 494R.

  4. Complete four registrations of the following:
    TecE 291R.

  5. Complete four registrations of the following:
    TecE 391R.

  6. Complete the following:
    Acc 200, 341.
    AgHrt 103.
    BusM 300, 340.
    Comms 150.
    Econ 110.
    OrgB 320, 327, 347.
    StDev 317.
    VADes 102.

  7. Select 8 hours from the following:
    BusM 360, 413.
    Hlth 415, 425, 426.
    RMYL 483.

  8. Select one course from the following:
    BusM 371R, 380R, 382R.

  9. After consulting with a faculty advisor, select 10 hours of electives.

*Hours include courses that may fulfill GE or university requirements.



Emphasis (optional): International (95.5-97.5 hours*)

Major Requirements

  1. Complete the requirements for the preceding facilities management program as outlined (with the exception of Econ 110).

  2. Complete the following additional courses:
    EngT 200, 498.
    BusM 430.

  3. Select one course from the following:
    RelC 344, 351, 355, 356.

  4. After consulting with a faculty advisor, select a foreign literature course or a classical civilization course. Or select one course from the following:
    ArtHC 260.
    FnArt 270.
    Fren/Ital 217.
    Hist 312.
    Hum 240, 242.
    Music 203.

  5. An international “live-in” experience is required. This requirement may be satisfied by (1) a semester or term work experience in a foreign country, (2) a semester or term Study Abroad program approved by the David M. Kennedy Center and college personnel, or (3) a prior living experience, such as a foreign mission.

Recommended

A foreign language proficiency is strongly recommended.

*Hours include courses that may fulfill GE or university requirements.



Technology Education (Tec E)

Class Schedule Major Academic Plan (MAP)

Undergraduate Courses

120. Manufacturing and Construction Systems. (3:2:4) F

Methods for teaching aspects of modern manufacturing and construction systems, including materials, processes, management, and impacts. Fee.

140. Power/Energy Systems. (2:2:4) W

Energy systems including history, measurement, utilization, conversion, transmission and storage, and applications to industry. Fee.

149. General Automotive. (2:1:3) F, W, Sp, Su

Directed study toward automotive maintenance, service, and minor repair. Fee.

150. Communication Systems. (3:2:4) F

Overview of print communications industries of drafting and graphic arts and transfer of information to extend human potential. Fee.

160. Recreational Crafts. (2:1:3) F

Traditional and contemporary crafts projects emphasizing design and craftsmanship. Medium is primarily wood in turning, carving, and sculpting; others optional. For hobbyists, teachers, recreational specialists. Fee.

199R. Cooperative Education. (1–3:Arr.:Arr. ea.) F, W, Sp, Su Prerequisite: department chair's and cooperative education coordinator's consent.

Work experience evaluated by supervisor and posted on student's transcript.

200. Woodwork Fundamentals. (3:2:4) F, W

Care and use of hand and machine woodworking tools. Includes design, detailed drawings, cost estimates, and construction of solid wood furniture. Fee.

209. Basic Electricity. (3:2:4) F, W Independent Study also.

Theory of electricity and electronics; magnetism, DC/AC circuits, semiconductors, and introduction to digital processes for automated systems. Technical reports of lab activities. Fee.

229. Metalwork Fundamentals. (3:2:4) W

Metalworking processes, including basic metal forming, cutting, and welding. Fee.

230. Introduction to Manufacturing Processes. (3:2:4) F, W

Operation and setup of machine shop equipment and tools, emphasizing machine lathe and milling machines.

240. Introductory Plastics. (2:1:3) F

Overview of the plastics industry, ecological concern, physical properties of plastic materials, basic polymer chemistry. Lab experiences with molding practices. Fee.

250. Graphic Arts. (3:2:4) F, W, Sp

Processes and procedures of graphic arts, with an overview of the printing and publishing industries. Fee.

270. Computer Applications for Technology Education. (3:3:0) F, W, Sp, Su

Introduction to computer applications and programming for education and industrial management; word processing, electronic spread sheets, database management, and limited BASIC programming. Fee.

281. Introduction to Automobile Tune-Up. (3:2:4) F

Introduction to technical systems used in automotive engines to include sensors and digital processing of automated systems. Diagnosis to include use of instrumentation. Fee.

291R. Undergraduate Seminar. (0:1:0 ea.) F, W

Required each semester for undergraduate majors not enrolled in TecE 391R or 491R. College Lecture attendance required. Separate program sections.

300. Advanced Wood Projects. (3:2:4) F Prerequisite: TecE 200.

Application of industrial wood processes. Processing green wood, wood turning, veneering, laminating, small wood originals. Fee.

301. Cabinetmaking and Millworking. (3:1:5) W Prerequisite: TecE 200.

Selection, design, and construction of modular and custom cabinets. Fee.

315. The World of Construction. (2:1:3) F, W

Developing skills and knowledge necessary to teach basic concepts and skills of the construction industry. Fee.

319. Upholstery. (2:1:3) F, W

Experience with typical upholstery systems. Fee.

325. The World of Manufacturing. (2:1:3) W

Developing skills and knowledge necessary to teach basic concepts and skills of manufacturing industries. Introduction to CAD, CAM, CNC, robotics, and microprocessor interfacing. Fee.

340. Principles of Technology. (3:2:4) F Prerequisite: TecE 140, Phscs 105.

Activities and experiments in advanced applications and utilization of energy; applications of scientific and mathematic concepts.

377. Instructional Methods for Technology Education. (2:2:0) W Prerequisite: ScEd 276R.

Teaching methods and instructional strategies, with particular emphasis on activity-oriented approaches.

386. Automotive Engines. (3:2:4) F, W, Sp

Care and maintenance, including overhaul and rebuilding procedures. Fee.

387. Steering and Braking Mechanisms. (3:2:4) F

Theory and application of the principles of alignment, brakes, steering, and suspension systems on the modern automobile. Fee.

388. Power Transmission. (3:2:4) W

Theory and application of the principles of standard transmissions, differentials, and automatic transmissions (light duty). Fee.

391R. Seminar. (0.5:1:0 ea.) F, W

Required three semesters at junior and senior level. Department seminar and College Lecture attendance required. Separate program sections.

400. Advanced Furniture Construction. (3:2:4) W Prerequisite: TecE 200.

Advanced woodwork and operations in furniture construction. Drawings, specifications, and cost estimates required for all projects. Fee.

405. Shop Maintenance. (1:1:3) F

Care and maintenance of tools and machines. Fee.

450. Electronic Publishing. (3:2:3) F

Typography, design, layout, typesetting, paste-up, and desktop publishing for print communications. Fee.

470. Shop Organization and Management. (2:2:4) W Prerequisite: ScEd 476R.

Organizational management of industrial education labs, including unit, general, and multiple activity types.

477. Instructional Materials for Industrial Education. (3:2:4) W Prerequisite: ScEd 476R.

Developing instructional packages including teaching aids, career modules, projects, exercises correlated with practical teaching experiences. Designed to span all educational levels. Fee.

489. Power Tune-up. (2:1:4) W Prerequisite: TecE 389.

Theory and application of balancing the ignition and fuel systems to decrease emissions and improve performance of automotive engines using a chassis dynamometer. Fee.

490R. Special Problems in Industrial Education. (1–3:Arr.:Arr. ea.) F, W, Sp, Su Prerequisite: program supervisor's consent.

Individual study in special areas of interest (3-hour maximum for any one area). Fee.

491R. Senior Seminar. (0.5:1:0 ea.) W

Developing leadership training skills and professional growth and development. Required of seniors. College Lecture attendance required.

500-Level Graduate Courses (available to advanced undergraduates)

505. Technology for the Elementary School. (2:2:0) Sp, Su

Basic concepts and activities needed to prepare elementary students to cope with their technological society. Fee.

535. Industrial / Vocational Safety Program Development. (2:2:0) F, Sp, Su

Identifying and implementing programs for safety and facilities management that comply with state and national legislation. Fee.

593R. Workshop in Industrial/Technology Education. (1–2:Arr.:Arr. ea.) F, W, Sp, Su

Reviewing and participating in current industrial and technological advances. A maximum of 2 credit hours can be applied to an MS program. Fee.

Graduate Courses

For 600- and 700-level courses, see the 1998-99 BYU Graduate Catalog.



Technology Education and Construction Management Faculty

Professors

Gonzales, Ronald F. (1977) BA, MA, California State U., Los Angeles, 1972, 1975; PhD, Purdue U., 1982.

Martin, Loren (1982) BS, Brigham Young U., 1965; MS, Stout State U., 1966; EdD, Utah State U., 1973.

Newitt, Jay S. (1976) BS, MIE, Brigham Young U., 1969, 1972; PhD, Colorado State U., 1980.

Associate Professors

Christensen, Kip W. (1988) BS, MS, Brigham Young U., 1980, 1982; PhD, Colorado State U., 1991.

Hill, Garth A. (1972) BS, MS, Brigham Young U., 1959, 1969; PhD, Colorado State U., 1979.

Rogers, Leon R. (1981) BS, Utah State U., 1978; BS, Weber State U., 1978; MS, Colorado State U., 1981; PhD, Texas A&M U., 1989.

Assistant Professor

Christofferson, Jay P. (1992) BS, MS, Brigham Young U., 1980, 1992; PhD, Colorado State U., 1996.

Instructors

Bearce, Charles F. (1997) BS, MS, EdS, Brigham Young U., 1980, 1985, 1987.

Campbell, Jeffery L. (1997) BS, Brigham Young U., 1984; MBA, U. of Phoenix, 1990.

Hutchings, D. Mark (1992) BA, Brigham Young U., 1977; MS, U. of Denver, 1992.

Miller, Kevin R. (1996) BS, Brigham Young U., 1991; MA, U. of Phoenix, 1995.

Shumway, Steven L. (1993) BS, Brigham Young U., 1987; MS, Utah State U., 1993.

Emeriti

Gheen, W. Lloyd (1978) BS, Brigham Young U., 1963; MEd, EdD, Texas A&M U., 1969, 1970.

Grover, Jerry D. (1968) BS, MEd, Utah State U., 1956, 1961; EdD, Brigham Young U., 1968.

Hinckley, Edwin C. (1963) BS, MS, Oregon State U., 1950, 1956; EdD, Colorado State Coll., 1963.

Jenkins, Ronda H. (1949) BS, MA, Brigham Young U., 1955, 1966.

McArthur, Ross J. (1956) AS, Dixie Coll., 1943; BS, MS, Utah State U., 1949, 1953; EdD, U. of Missouri, Columbia, 1955.

McKell, William E. (1970) BS, Utah State U., 1948; MEd, Texas A&M U., 1951; EdD, Utah State U., 1970.

McKinnon, Max E. (1957) BS, MS, Utah State U.,1949, 1954.

Nish, Dale L. (1967) BS, MS, Brigham Young U., 1957, 1958; EdD, Washington State U., 1967.






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