52 College of Applied Science & Technology College of Applied Science & Technology Dr. David Ferro, Dean The vision of the College of Applied Science & Technology is to be the leader in the State in technology and technology related programs through service to our students and the businesses and industries in our region. The mission of the College is to serve the citizens of Northern Utah and the State of Utah by: • Preparing students for employment upon graduation and ensuring that they are productive, accountable and responsible individuals able to function effectively in today's workplace. • Engaging in scholarly activities which expand the technological education our students receive and provide a service to business and industry. • Utilizing the College's resources and faculty expertise to benefit students, business, industry, education, government and society in general. College Advisor: Geri Harames 801-626-7552 Telephone Contact: Gina Naisbitt 801-626-6303 Location: Engineering Technology Building, Room 110 Department Chairs Automotive Technology: Vel S. Casler 801-626-6579 Parson Construction Management Technology: Steven Peterso n 8 o 1 - 6 2 6 - 7761 Computer Science: Brian Rague Engineering: Kirk D. Hagen Engineering Technology: Rick Orr 801-626-7929 801-626-6998 801-626-6305 Network Technology and Business Multimedia: Allyso n Saunders 801-626-6059 Sales and Service Technology: Vel S. Casler 801-626-6913 Engineering Technology Programs Engineering technology education focuses primarily on the applied aspects of science and engineering aimed at preparing graduates for practice in that portion of the technological spectrum closest to product improvement, industrial processes, and operational functions. The engineering technology programs at Weber State prepare individuals for a wide variety of positions in technologybased business and industries. The study of engineering technology requires a knowledge of mathematical, scientific, and engineering principles in combination with a strong applications- orientation in support of engineering activities. The College of Applied Science & Technology offers AAS and BS degrees in the following engineering technology programs: Computer Engineering Technology Design Engineering Technology Electronics Engineering Technology Manufacturing Engineering Technology Mechanical Engineering Technology The BS degrees in these programs are accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET, Inc., 111 Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202-4012, telephone 410-347-7700. Center for Automotive Science and Technology Director: Joe Thomas Location: TE 201 Telephone: 801-626-7836 The Center for Automotive Science and Technology was established in 1997 to assist in developing abetter understanding of vehicle emissions among academic, regulatory, and private sector entities, both locally and nationally. To do this, the Center provides training to automotive technicians, instructors, regulatory officials, field engineers, and consumer groups as well as doing applied research on vehicular emissions. Additionally, the Center gathers and disseminates information about the impact of emissions, design for emission abatement, and efficiency of vehicles. The Center is a cooperative endeavor of the University, the Utah Department of Environmental Quality, and multiple private companies. Technology Assistance Center Director: Rainie Ingram Location: ET 116 Telephone: 801-626-7785 The Technology Assistance Center was established in 1991 to provide various types of technical assistance to the region. The goal of the Center includes furnishing technical, managerial, and interdisciplinary support for the University, regional businesses, governments, schools, and other organizations. The Center works as an outreach organization in promoting technological excellence through educational outreach. The Center works as an information clearing house by conducting data base searches, providing technical assistance in product or process development or testing, demonstrating new or emerging technologies, training, promoting technical careers in primary, secondary, and post-secondary students, and creating an understanding of technology, economy, society, and the individual. This assistance, which is provided by faculty, students, and others, includes but is not limited to problem solving, decision support for new technology or systems, product or process design assistance, material handling, cost analysis, quality control assistance, team building, software and hardware development, technical training, promotion, retreats, camps, and seminars. General Technology (AAS) Program Prerequisite: A 900 hour minimum certificate from a WSU approved DATC or OWATC program. Grade Requirements: An overall GPA of 2.00 or "C." Credit Hour Requirements: A minimum of 63.5 credit hours (includes 30 WSU credit hours for completing an approved 900 or more hour certificate program at DATC or OWATC awarded within 5 years of beginning the AAS program). Advisement All General Technology students are required to meet with the College of Applied Science & Technology academic advisor before entering the program to establish a program Weber State University 2012-2013 Catalog