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Industrial & Engineering Technology (IET)  
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IET 500 Production Concepts 3(3-0) F, Sp
Comprehensive review of current factors that influence productivity. Emphasis is placed on the integration of people, methods, machines, materials, and management. Prerequisite: 12 IET credit hours.

IET 501 Application of Industrial Management Principles 3(3-0) Sp
A study of industrial management as a process of coordination that exhibits different patterns depending on the manager’s level in the organization and functional responsibilities. Prerequisite: 12 IET credit hours.

IET 502 Computer Applications in Industry 3(3-0) Sp
General/special purpose, digital/analog computer applications in industry and automation with emphasis on input/output devices and process control. Prerequisite: 12 IET credit hours.

IET 524 Technology and Environment 3(3-0) F
A study of the relationship between technology and environment. A systems approach is utilized to examine the optimization of technology within environmental constraints. Prerequisite: 12 IET credit hours.

IET 525 Hazardous Materials Technology 3(3-0)
The course covers hazardous materials and related health, safety, and regulatory issues for persons conducting, supervising, and managing field activities as well as responsible supervisors and managers. Prerequisites: CHM 120 or CHM 131, and IET 327 and junior or senior standing, or permission of instructor.

IET 526 Industrial Ergonomics 3(2-2)
The study of human characteristics, capacities and limitations for the design of productive, safe, and comfortable work spaces, tools, equipment, tasks, and facilities. Prerequisites: IET 327; or senior/graduate standing and permission of instructor.

IET 527 Industrial Safety Management 3(3-0) D
A comprehensive study of safety management systems and their implication related to accident cost analysis and to programs which comply with state and federal standards. Prerequisite: IET 327 or permission of instructor.

IET 532 Careers and Technology for Children 3(2-2) F, Sp
Developing interdisciplinary instructional units, manipulatives, and pedagogy to provide K-12 students with meaningful career awareness, exploration, and preparation experiences utilizing industrial materials, tools and processes. Prerequisite: junior, senior or graduate status in teacher education or permission of the instructor.

IET 534 Design and Construction of Teaching Aids 2(1-2) Sp
Workshop for planning and constructing three-dimensional teaching aids and devices in various curriculum areas of the elementary and secondary grades. Prerequisite: senior status or permission of instructor.

IET 543 Production Printing Methods 3(2-2)
An overview of electronic prepress methods relating to the Macintosh computer environment. Prerequisites: IET 143, IET 349, or permission of instructor.

IET 551 Coordination in Vocational Education 3(3-0) D
Duties, problems, and techniques used in organizing and supervising cooperative education programs, partially designed to meet state certification requirements. Identical with BIS 451. Credit may not be earned in more than one of these courses.  Prerequisite: a signed authorization.

IET 561 Light Frame Construction Workshop 3(0-6) D
A workshop on estimating, scheduling, building codes and construction techniques for frame buildings. Prerequisites: IET 361.

IET 567 Construction Safety 3(3-0)
A comprehensive study of construction safety standards, practices, and procedures. Prerequisites: IET 361 or permission of instructor.

IET 576 Industrial Automation 3(2-2)
A study of electro mechanical devices, industrial robotics, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), and automated work cell designs. Prerequisites: IET 375, MTH 132 or MTH 136, CPS 150 or CPS 180, or permission of the instructor.

IET 591 Construction Management 3(3-0)
A comprehensive study of construction management standards, practices, and procedures with emphasis on the legal aspects of the private, federal, and state construction industries. Prerequisites: IET 361 and IET 561, or permission of instructor.

IET 594 Research and Development Electronics 3(1-4) D
An instructor approved project for individuals who wish to pursue a specialized interest integrating concepts from previous courses. Prerequisite: 12 credit hours in electronics.

IET 597 Special Studies 1-6(Spec) D

IET 602 Current Concepts of Industrial Education 2(2-0) D
For teachers and administrators who are interested in the role of industrial education. Problems and controversial issues are discussed.

IET 619 Continuing Registration for Final Research Project 1(1-0)
A non-credit course intended for students who have completed all program credits but still need to use university resources to complete their degree requirements.

IET 625 Industrial Internship 2-6(Spec) F, Sp
Experience in industry covering its general functions and/or specific experiences in a technical area. CR/NC only. Prerequisite: departmental permission.

IET 633 Seminar: Industrial Education 3(3-0) D
Review current philosophies, concepts, and trends in industrial education programs related to career awareness, exploration, and preparation opportunities for students, including those with special needs.

IET 635 Curriculum Development: Industrial Education 3(3-0) D
Develop curriculum and instructional materials designed to maximize teaching effectiveness, enhance cooperative teaching relationships, and individualize instruction for all students including those with special needs.

IET 636 Leadership Internship 2-6(Spec) F, Sp
Supervised professional experiences in association with successful practitioners in a given area or field. CR/NC only.  Prerequisite: coordinator’s permission.

IET 694 Problems in Management and Technology 1- 6(Spec) F, Sp
Individual investigation and research in industrial management or technology. Emphasis is placed on acquisition of knowledge and/or skills. CR/NC only.

IET 695 Independent Study 2-6(Spec) F, Sp, Su
Individual investigation and research in an area of industrial education. CR/NC only. Prerequisite: departmental permission.

IET 697 Special Studies 1-6(Spec) D

IET 733 Practicum: Industrial Education/Special Education 3(Spec) D
Cooperative involvement of industrial education and special education teachers in exploring career awareness, exploration, and preparation programs for all students, including those with special needs. Prerequisites: IET 633, IET 635, SPE elective, and permission of the professor.

IET 791 Independent Research 2-6(Spec) F, Sp, Su
CR/NC only.  Prerequisites: SED 581 or SED 660 or equivalent and departmental permission.

IET 798 Thesis 1-6(Spec) F, Sp, Su
CR/NC only. Prerequisites: SED 581 or SED 660 or equivalent and approval of advisor.

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