54 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 technology- based 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 Graphics 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., Ill 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 a better 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: Rick Orr Location: ET218F Telephone: 801-626-7514 The Technology Assistance Center was established in 1991 to provide various types of technical assistance to regional business and industry. The goal of the Center is to furnish technical and managerial support in support of manufacturing development and diversification. As part of this mission, the Center also works closely with economic development and other assistance organizations within the state. The Technology Assistance Center responds to the technical support needs of 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. DEPARTMENT Automotive Technology Chain Mr. John Kelly Location: Technical Education Building, Room 201 Telephone Contact: Lora Kelley 801-626-6579 Professor: Richard K. DeMoss; Assistant Professors: John Kelly, Steven Stuart; Instructors: Wayne Burbank, Charles Gee, Robert Griffiths, Joseph Grundvig, Kevin Roner, Justin Tate I he Automotive Technology Department curriculum is a "2 + 2" design leading to an Associate of Applied Science degree in Automotive Service Technology and a Bachelor of Science degree in Automotive Technology. Daimler Chrysler Training Center Coordinator: John Kelly Advisor: Robert Wilkes The DaimlerChrysler Training Center provides short, current product information courses for DaimlerChrysler technicians and service management personnel throughout Utah and several western states. The Center's resources are shared with a broader automotive community through activities such as automotive faculty development workshops. General Motors Training Center Coordinator: John Kelly Advisor: Joseph Grundvig The General Motors Training Center provides short, current product inf ormation courses for GM technicians and service management personnel throughout Utah and several western states. The Center's resources are shared with a broader automotive community through activities such as automotive faculty development workshops. Toyota Training Center Coordinator: John Kelly Advisor: William Carroll The Toyota Training Center provides short, current product inf ormation courses for Toyota technicians and service management personnel throughout Utah and several western states. The Center's resources are shared with a broader automotive community through activities such as automotive faculty development workshops. Automotive Service Technology Automotive Service Technology is the field of study dealing with diagnosis, service, and repair of automobiles and light trucks. Lab and classroom courses are oriented toward high levels of technical understanding, current developments such as electronic control systems and environmental issues, the development of the students' diagnostic capabilities, and proficiency with recommended service procedures. In addition to specific technical tiaining, supporting courses provide for growth of interpersonal and other skills needed to advance within the automotive service industry. There are seven options available under the Automotive Service Technology Associate of Applied Science degree. • DaimlerChrysler CAP is a program with technical coverage spe cializing exclusively in current DaimlerChrysler products. • General Motors ASEP is a program with technical coverage special izing exclusively in current General Motors products. Weber State University 2007 - 2008 Catalog