Automotive Technology Fashion Merchandising/Interior Design 286. Automotive Shop Practice (4) Provides an opportunity to practice skills needed by Automotive Service technicians derived from classroom and shop experience. Simulates line mechanic work. Instructor approval required. 288. Cooperative Practicum (12) Supervised work experience, at the sponsoring dealership, which applies directly to previous academic courses. Full-time employment and approval of faculty supervisor required. 289. Cooperative Work Experience (1-9) Open to second year Automotive Service students. A continuation of AUTOSV 189. NOTE. Autosv 289 may be taken in lieu of Autosv 286, when appropriate work experience is available and the student obtains departmental approval. 292. Short Courses, Workshops, Institutes and Special Programs (1-6) Consult the quarterly class schedule for the current offering under this number. The specific title and credit authorized will appear on the student transcript. 299. Seminar in Automotive Service Technology (1-3) Directed studies, group discussions and analysis of selected topics pertinent to automotive service. AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY Adviser: Richard K. DeMoss Automotive Technology is a dynamic program designed in cooperation with industry and focused on service operations, fleet management and technical support activities. Lower division courses offer a thorough background in vehicle systems and product service procedures. Upper division studies include business, communication, supervision and advanced technical subjects. Interpersonal, analytical and computer skills as well as general education are emphasized throughout the program, providing the foundation for long term professional and personal growth. A close affiliation between the department and leading automotive companies ensures that students will have state-of-the-art instruction, industry supported practicums and excellent employment opportunities for employment with major corporation, dealerships, fleet operators, utilities, government agencies and small companies. The Automotive Technology curriculum is a "2 + 2" design facilitating articulation with programs in automotive service, auto body, diesel mechanics, etc. Students who have obtained associate degrees in appropriate high quality programs are admitted as juniors, and can complete the baccalaureate degree in two years. There are also provisions for those with significant industrial experience or current responsibilities. PROGRAM: AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY BACHELOR OF SCIENCE An interview with the department chair or the program faculty advisor is necessary prior to acceptance into the program. General Requirements: • WSU Core Requirements (see index) • General Education Requirements (see index) • Total of 199 credit hours is required. At least 60 credit hours must be upper division (courses numbered 300 or above) • Minimum C grade in major courses • GPA of 2.00 or above Specific Requirements: • Automotive Service Technology courses required: Autosv 102A (2), 102B (4), 110 (2), 112 (6), 120 (2), 122A (4), 122B (4), 132A (2), 132B (2), 152 (4), 202 (6), 212 (8), 222 (6), 232 (3), 286 (8). • Automotive Technology courses required: AutoTc 352 (2), 362 (2), 402 (2), 422 (2), 488 (12), 499 (4). • Sales and Service Technology courses required: SST 114 (4), 310 (4), 315 (4), 320(4), 336 (4), 420 (3). • Support courses required: Bot LSI40 (3); Beas 307 (1), 308 (1), 325 (4); Chem PS 101 (5) or Chem PS 111 (5); Beas PD170 (4) or Comsci PD101 (4); Commun HU105 (3); Geogr PS 101 (5); Mfet 120 (2), 165 (2); Mgmt 312 (4) or SST 356 (3); Mgmt 440 (4) or Psych 451 (3); Philo 115 (4); MT 110 (3) or Math 105 (5); Soclgy SS102 (5). • Choose five (5) credit hours or more: AutoSv 108 (6), 118 (6), 208 (6), 248 (4); AutoTc 302 (2); Math 106 (5), 107 (5). • Choose two: Busadm 320 (3); Commun 305 (3), 350 (3), 355 (3), Chfam 440 (4); Geogr 336 (5); Philo 341 (4); Hist 342 (3); Soclgy 402 (3); Forlang 390 (1-5). • Choose two: Commun HU102 (3); Philo 101 (5), 112 (5). • Choose one: Micro LSI 11 (5); Zool LS160 (5), LS201 (5), LS230 (5). AUTOMOTIVE TECHNOLOGY COURSES-AUTOTC 302. Introduction to Hazardous Materials (2) Environmental regulations, safe practices, disposal of hazardous substances, such as paints and solvents. One two-hour lecture per week. 352. Fleet Management (2) Overview of fleet operations and common management practices. One two-hour lecture per week. 362. Automotive Business Practices. (2) Study of fleet and dealership fixed operations financial policies and procedures. Includes financial statement analysis. Two, one hour lectures per week. 402. Environmental Issues (2) An overview of the environmental issues related to the use and service of vehicles, with emphasis on air quality topics. One two- hour lecture per week. 422. Advanced Diagnosis (2) The use of sophisticated diagnostic tools and equipment. Emphasis is on computer-aided diagnosis and the development of analytical thinking as it applies to technical problems. One, one hour lecture and one lab per week. Prerequisite: Autosv 222 or equivalent. 483. Directed Readings (1-4) Individual readings supervised by a faculty member. Prerequisite: Approval of instructor. 488. Cooperative Practicum (12) Supervised work experience with a sponsoring employer, designed to synthesize theory and practice. Full-time, upper division related employment and approval of faculty supervisor required. 499. Seminar in Automotive Technology (1-3) Directed studies, group discussions and analysis of selected topics. Emphasis on environmental, regulatory, legal, safety, new product and other contemporary issues. 592. Short Courses and Workshops (1-6) Consult the quarterly class schedule for the current offerings under this number. The specific title and credit authorization will appear on the student transcript. FASHION MERCHANDISING Adviser: Desiree Cooper The Fashion Merchandising program is designed to prepare men and women for employment in the merchandising and management of apparel and accessories. Occupational opportunities include retail and wholesale sales, fashion coordination, apparel and accessories store manager, buyer and display worker. Students may supplement their course work with cooperative work experience in a fashion business. PROGRAM: FASHION MERCHANDISING- ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE General Requirements: • A minimum of 93 credit hours. At least 20 hours from the General Education courses listed in the catalog, including at least one course in each of the four areas of Humanities, Natural Science, Social Science, and Personal Development. • Math competency requirement (see index). • An overall GPA of 2.00 or C. Specific Requirements: • Sales and Service Technology courses required (59 credit hours): SST 114 (4), 115 (5), 120 (4), 130 (5), 140 (3), 150 (5), 189 (1-9), 210 (3), 235 (4), 238 (4), 244 (5), 356 (3), 260 (3), 270 (4); Theatr 324 (3). • Students must also take one of the following courses: Beas PD 170 (4) or Comsci PD 101 (4). • Engl EN111 (4); Commun 102 (3) or 105 (3). • The following optional courses may be substituted for required courses by obtaining approval from the department chair: SST 160 (3), 214 (4), 218 (3), 220 (4), 256 (5), 289 (1-9), 299 (2), 310 (4). INTERIOR DESIGN TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM Adviser: Jan Slabaugh Interior Design Technology is a two-year program designed to prepare students for employment as pre- professional designers in retail or wholesale sales; showroom managers; and assistants to professional designers, architects, or housing developers. The program provides skills in sales, business practices, drafting, building construction, fundamentals of space planning, lighting, design and color, sketching, and rendering fundamentals. The student will have experiences in both residential and commercial design such as offices, health care, and hospitality. This two-year degree can become an emphasis within the Technical Sales four year program. PROGRAM: INTERIOR DESIGN TECHNOLOGY-ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE General Requirements: • A minimum of 93 credit hours. • Engl EN111 (4), Commun 102 (3), or 105 (3). At least 20 hours from General Education courses listed in the catalog, including at least one course in each of four areas of Humanities, Natural Sciences, Social Sciences, and Personal Development. • An overall GPA of 2.00 or C. • Math Competency requirements (see index). Specific Requirements: • Interior Design Technology courses required (37 credit hours): IDT PD105 (4), 120 (4), 121 (4), 224 (4), 230 (4), 299 (1-2), 321(4), 325 (4), 326 (4), 425 (4). Select a minimum of 2 credit hours from the following: Beas PD 170 (4); Beas 307 (1) and 308 (1). Science 84 85