A historical review of the liberal and manual arts as they evolved over the past 10,000 years provides the student with a broad understanding of the philosophies and goals of general education. The study of technology and its systems are examined as an academic discipline. A critical analysis of the administrative and organizational problems related to the various types of technology education problems and the role of the administrator and teacher in developing, organizing, and evaluating these efforts as an integral part of the total school program. A course to assist in-service industrial arts teachers in understanding and implementing technology education. Presentations will focus on historical perspectives, contemporary content, teaching strategies, instructional resources and standards for technology education.
Emphasis is placed on change strategies, student activities, and program evaluation.
An in-depth study into the types of communication systems and their concepts of operation, transmission and retrieval of information. An insight into such topics as artificial intelligence, satellites, digital audio, LAN architectures, and fiber optics will be covered in this course. A course which provides opportunity for advanced study or investigation into the various components of communication technology. Study is in the form of short concentrated sessions or on an individual basis. This course provides the technology education graduate student with educational experiences and activities related to the teaching of manufacturing and construction technology.