Undergraduate Bulletin - Illinois Institute of Technology

Course Descriptions
HIST 383
Technology in History: 1850 to Present
Examines technological change as a characteristic activity
of modern societies. Investigates the science-based “second”
Industrial Revolution in Europe and America. Explores
the varied responses of artists, writers, architects, and
philosophers to the machine age. Concludes by discussing
technology’s place in the modern nation-state.
Prerequisite(s): [(HUM 102) OR (HUM 104) OR (HUM 106)]
(3-0-3) (C)(H)
HIST 491
Independent Reading & Research
Consent of department. For advanced students.
Prerequisite(s): [(HUM 102) OR (HUM 104) OR (HUM 106)]
(Credit: Variable) (C)(H)
Humanities
HUM 102
Industrial Culture
An interdisciplinary course that examines the development
of modern industrial society and the impact of science and
technology on our culture. Readings drawn from history,
literature, and philosophy.
Prerequisite(s): [(COM 101) OR (COM 111) OR (IIT
Communication Placement: 102)]
(3-0-3) (C)(H)
HUM 104
Age of Darwin
An introduction to the humanities through an investigation
of important changes in our culture associated with Darwin’s
theory of evolution. Readings drawn from literature, philosophy,
and science.
Prerequisite(s): [(COM 101) OR (COM 111) OR (IIT
Communication Placement: 102)]
(3-0-3) (C)(H)
HUM 106
Life Stories
An interdisciplinary study of autobiographies, written chiefly
by Americans. The syllabus varies, but may include Benjamin
Franklin, Harriet Jacobs, Maya Angelou, Malcolm
X, Langston Hughes, Richard Rodriguez, Thomas Merton,
Frank Lloyd Wright, Judy Chicago. In addition to considering
autobiography as a genre, the course examines the historical
events and the philosophical issues that have shaped the lives
and attitudes of these writers.
Prerequisite(s): [(COM 101) OR (COM 111) OR (IIT
Communication Placement: 102)]
(3-0-3) (C)(H)
HUM 321
Introduction to Women’s Studies
Introduction to Women’s Studies is an interdisciplinary course
with an American lens that draws on feminist ideas and
scholarship to develop a set of tools for analyzing women’s
experiences in social, cultural, and political contexts. The
course aims to sharpen students’ critical awareness of how
gender operates in institutional and cultural contexts and
in their own lives as well as to give them an opportunity
to imagine participating in social change. May not be
taken for credit by students who have completed HUM 380
Introduction to Women’s Studies.
Prerequisite(s): [(HUM 102) OR (HUM 104) OR (HUM 106)]
(3-0-3) (C)(H)
HUM 341
Introduction to Music
Introduction to music strives to provide an appreciation
and understanding of Western music of the past 1500 years.
In addition to its own structure and culture, music is an
important reflection of the development of Western civilization.
Its understanding will add to one’s other studies
of this process. It is also hoped that one’s enjoyment of
concerts and recordings will be greatly enhanced. May not be
taken for credit by students who completed HUM 380 Music
Appreciation.
Prerequisite(s): [(HUM 102) OR (HUM 104) OR (HUM 106)]
(3-0-3) (C)(H)
HUM 343
American Music
This course will trace the roots of music in America, from
Native American music to the present. It will cover music
through the Colonial period, patriotic songs, follk music,
jazz, and classical music. The class will attend two live
performances.
Prerequisite(s): [(HUM 102) OR (HUM 104) OR (HUM 106)]
(3-0-3) (C)(H)
HUM 380
Topics in Humanities
An investigation into a topic of current or enduring interest
in the humanities, which does not fit neatly into standard
categories.
Prerequisite(s): [(HUM 102) OR (HUM 104) OR (HUM
106)] AND Satisfaction of IIT’s Basic Writing Proficiency
Requirement
(3-0-3) (C)(H)
HUM 491
Independent Reading/Research
Independent reading or research.
Prerequisite(s): [(HUM 102) OR (HUM 104) OR (HUM 106)]
(Credit: Variable) (C)(H)
Industrial Technology and
Management
INTM 301
Communications for the Workplace
Review, analyze and practice verbal and written communication
formats found in the workplace. Emphasis is on
developing skills in technical writing, oral presentations,
business correspondence, and interpersonal communication
using electronic and traditional media. Credit not granted
for both INTM 301 and COM 421.
(3-0-3) (C)
INTM 314
Maintenance Technology & Management
Maintenance of facilities is a major concern for all industrial
operations. Course covers technologies involved as well as the
management aspects of maintaining buildings, construction
and equipment installation and maintenance for all types of
operations.
(3-0-3)
INTM 315
Industrial Enterprises
This course provides an introduction to the world of industrial
enterprises. The world-wide evolution of business will be
considered leading to today’s competitive world. The range of
industrial activities is reviewed, and students are introduced
to the organization and purpose of various industrial sectors.
(3-0-3)
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