Pre-Engineering General Informatior ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY PROGRAMS Engineering technology programs prepare individuals for occupations working as technologists, engineering assistants, craftsmen, and designers. Engineering technology requires the application of scientific and engineering knowledge and methods combined with technical skills to support engineering activities. This "hands on" approach is in contrast to the engineer who concentrates on design and on development of new engineering principles and procedures; and who requires, therefore, more extensive training in mathematics and science than does the engineering technologist. The engineering technology programs at Weber State University accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET) are: • Electronic Technology (A.A.S.) • Electronic Engineering Technology (B.S.) • Manufacturing Engineering Technology (B.S.) • Mechanical Engineering Technology (B.S.) CENTER FOR AEROSPACE TECHNOLOGY Director: Kermit Riester (acting) Location: ET 236 Telephone: 626-7272 The Center for Aerospace Technology (CAST) was established in 1986 to develop satellite projects for enhancing the education of students. These "real world" projects provide students with exciting and challenging experiences that prepare them for better jobs after graduation. Weber State is known internationally for its pioneering work in small satellites. As a result of working on satellite projects, Weber State University graduates have more opportunities for rewarding and satisfying careers. Weber State University has the distinction of being the only undergraduate university in the United States that has built, launched and operated low earth orbiting satellites. The first satellite, NUSAT I, was launched from the NASA space orbiter Challenger in 1985 and the second, Webersat, was launched from a French rocket on January 21,1990. The Webersat will be operational for over ten years and has a command and control station at Weber State which allows students to participate in its operation. Building and operating earth orbiting satellites and flying experiments on high altitude rockets are some of the projects that students in the College of Applied Science and Technology at Weber State University can participate in while earning associate of science and bachelor of science degrees in engineering technology and computer science. TECHNOLOGY ASSISTANCE CENTER Director: Stephen Reed Location: ET 110 Telephone: 626-6309 The Technology Assistance Center was established in 1991 to provide technical assistance for regional business and industry. The goal of the Center is to furnish technical and managerial support to stimulate manufacturing development and diversification. The Center also works closely with economic development and assistance organizations within the state. The Technology Assistance Center responds to businesses, local governments, and economic development groups by acting as an information clearing house, conducting data base searches, providing technical assistance in product or process development or testing, and demonstrating new or emerging technologies. This assistance, which is provided by faculty and students, 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, and technical training. In addition to the assistance provided to local business and industry, the Center is developing a small manufacturing technology network which will enable small manufacturers to aggregate their training and technology resource needs. The Center has also developed a Computer Integrated Manufacturing resource center to assist manufacturers with planning, implementing, and training issues relevant to an integrated manufacturing environment. PRE-ENGINEERING PROGRAM Coordinator: Kirk Hagen Location: ET214 Telephone: 626-6998 The Pre-engineering program at Weber State University offers the first two years of a professional engineering curricula for aeronautical, agricultural, biomedical, chemical, civil, electrical, environmental, geological, industrial, manufacturing, mechanical, metallurgical, nuclear, petroleum and software engineering students. While no formal degree is awarded, the suggested program of study, which may be completed in two years, is designed to prepare the student for transfer into an engineering program at the other universities in Utah or throughout the United States offering these types of engineering degrees. Student Services Interdisc. Programs Applied Science & Technolog Arts& Humanities Business & Economics Education Health Profession; Science Social & Behavioral Sciences 52 53 Continuing Education