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Course Descriptions
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 305
Advances in Information Technology
Management in an industrial environment
now requires a fundamental
understanding of information technology.
Topics addressed are relevant
to planning, operations and control of
information technology, including
converging network deployments,
wireless applications, data modeling,
production modeling, security and
the impact of e-commerce. Computer
exercises are included. (3-0-3)
INTM 311
Production and Operations
Introduces industrial engineering
concepts and prepares the student to
perform fundamental industrial engineering
tasks. These include design
of work standards, human factors,
work groups, layout and equipment
selection, and justification. (3-0-3)
INTM 314
Maintenance Technology and 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.
Prerequisites: INTM 301,
INTM 305. (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
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students are introduced to the organization
and purpose of various industrial
sectors. (3-0-3)
INTM 319
Electronics in Industry
Basic overview of electrical and electronic
technology in industry. Emphasis
on electrical and electronic components,
industrial devices, electrical theory,
application and basic troubleshooting.
Students select and complete an electrical
or electronic class project. (3-0-3)
INTM 322
Industrial Project Management
This course will teach the techniques
for managing projects and programs
of all types. Coverage includes organization
and operation of the project
team. Techniques for managing and
tracking projects will be covered
along with the computerized tools
available for project management.
Prerequisites: INTM 301, INTM 305.
(3-0-3)
INTM 323
Industrial Management and Planning
This course introduces students to
various concepts of management,
specifically as applicable to industrial
companies. Management of people
and organizations will be discussed,
as well as concepts of forecasting and
strategic planning. Prerequisites:
INTM 301, INTM 305, INTM 315.
(3-0-3) (C)
INTM 332
Systems Safety
Safety represents a major challenge
for all industrial operations. This
course covers human factor
approaches along with the systems
analyses required to implement safety
systems in the workplace. Rules
and regulations applying to safety
will be considered. Prerequisites:
INTM 301, INTM 305. (3-0-3)
INTM 340
Industrial Logistics
Basic principles of transportation,
distribution and logistics (TDL) in
both the private and public sectors.
TDL activities are the infrastructure
that supports the overall economy,
including the retail, service and construction
sectors. TDL is also an
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integral aspect of the internal operations
of all businesses. Topics covered
include regulations, costs, and software,
as well as the interaction of
TDL functions with the overall enterprise.
Prerequisite: INTM 305, INTM
315. (3-0-3) (C)
INTM 381
Industrial Training Curriculum Development
Fundamentals of curriculum development
for adult learners are covered.
Starting with a needs assessment,
the students learn to analyze the
training requirements. Based on this
understanding, a syllabus for the
training is developed and lesson
plans prepared for covering the subject
materials. Finally the students
will be provided with tools to evaluate
the success of the training.
Assignments will require participants
to apply the material covered
to training situations within the participant’s
area of expertise. (3-0-3)
INTM 382
Methods of Adult Training
This course will offer alterntive presentation
methods based on the demographics
and background of the target
audience. Emphasis will be on
understanding how adults learn as
well as providing an introduction to
the range of available educational
technologies. Traditional approaches
using lectures, slides, and video will
be covered as well as the various
interactive TV and web based
options. Assignments will require
demonstration of knowledge of and
ability to use the range of tools and
techniques that are available. (3-0-3)
INTM 383
Developing Training Programs
This course will provide skills for the
administration of training courses
and/or programs. Coverage will
include management of facilities and
equipment including record keeping
and budgeting. Preparation of proposals
and reports will also be
taught. The administrative and management
skills required to work
with various people within an organization
will be covered. Finally techniques
for recruiting students for the
training program will be considered.
(3-0-3)