Graduates will be able to achieve the above because they will have:

1. A solid grounding in the sciences of mathematics, physics, computers, chemistry and biology, as well as in the business practices of management, marketing and managerial accounting.
2. An understanding of the evolution of scientific knowledge to technology.
3. An understanding of the transition of technology to products and services.
4. A familiarity with the theories of invention and innovation and the techniques of assessment and evaluation of technology.
5. An appreciation of the impacts of technology on social change, public policy and ethics.

Requirements for Technology Development Major
Bachelor of Science Degree

In addition to completing the University core curriculum, all technology development majors must complete the following courses:

Mathematics and Science                                           (16 crs)
CHE 107/110	Introductory Chemistry for Non-Science  Majors/General Chemistry
BIO 105/115	The Process of Biology/General Biology
PHY 110/120	Physics I and II
CSC 110	Computer Science I
MAT 105/108/ 111	Introduction to Statistics/Pre-Calculus/ Calculus I
Business                                                            (18 crs)
ACC 123	Principles of Financial Accounting
ACC 124	Principles of Managerial Accounting
MGT 211	Principles of Management
MGT 330	Introduction to Electronic Commerce
MKT 211	Principles of Marketing
PWR 135	Communicating in the 21st Century
Technology                                                                   (23 crs)
TEC 204	Evolution of Technologies I
TEC 206	Evolution of Technologies II
TEC 311	Issues in Technology Management
TEC 312	Project & Team Management
TEC 401	Society, Ethics & Technology
TEC 402	Ideas to Markets I
TEC 404	Ideas to Markets II
Total Major (Including math and science)                                          (58)
WJU Core                                                                              (45)

Course Descriptions

TEC 101 Introduction to Technology (3 cr.)

A study of the evolution, utilization and behavior of technical means and systems and the relation of these means and systems to humans, societies, the environment and how they relate to Catholicism, our faith. Focus will be on foundational technological developments and the significant inventions, innovations and systems in the history of technological evolution. Primarily for non-technology majors, those considering a technology major and those taking the Catholic studies minor.

TEC 204 Evolution of Technology I (3 cr.)

This course provides an overview of the fundamental sciences that make up new applications of existing technology and advanced technologies and problem solving methods. Problem solving methods such as TRIZ are investigated as well as more rigorous techniques used in engineering. The concept of energy and material balances are introduced as well as basic thermodynamics. Applications ranging from energy production and emission control to plasma physics and  nanoparticle production are explored. Prerequisite: MAT 111, PHY 110, CHE 110 or permission.

TEC 206 Evolution of Technology II (3 cr.)

Continuation of TEC 204 in which laboratory experiments that demonstrate and simulate the technologies investigated in TEC 204 will be conducted. Meets twice each week for two hours. Prerequisite: TEC 204.

TEC 303 Design and Development Methods (3 cr.)

Project oriented course that examines industrial (chemical and pharmaceutical) product and process design using state-of-the-art simulation software such as ASPEN Plus. Meets for two-hour lecture and two-hour laboratory each week. Prerequisite: TEC 204.

TEC 307 Thermal Systems (3 cr.)

Theoretical principles of thermodynamics and heat transfer with practical application to industrial systems, processes and prime movers. Covers mathematical principles, properties, systems, processes and cycles in thermodynamics and conduction, convection and radiation in heat transfer. Meets for two-hour lecture and two-hour laboratory each week. Prerequisite: TEC 204.

TEC 311 Strategic Management (3 cr.)

This course will expose students to the underlying management techniques for managing today’s and tomorrow’s technologies. The course will begin with an introduction to integrating technology and strategy. It will then move rapidly to cover all aspects of strategic management of technology and innovation. Prerequisite: TEC 204. Completion of this program enables one to pursue graduate studies in theology and religious studies or a career in diverse forms of pastoral ministry, religious education, campus life, teaching, journalism and other varied fields.

TEC 312 Team and Project Management (3 cr.)

This course will expose students to the underlying management techniques for managing today’s and tomorrow’s projects. The course will begin with an introduction to projects. It will then move rapidly to cover all aspects of project management and team management. It will utilize MS PROJECT as an application package that comes with one of the texts. Meets for two-hour lecture and two-hour laboratory each week. Prerequisite: TEC 311.

TEC 401 Society, Ethics and Technology (3 cr.)

This course is an investigation into the critical relation between human actions and potential in a technological age with emphasis on individual and collective responsibility. Topics of the day such as cloning, medicine production, genetically modified food crops and environmental issues will be explored. Prerequisite: RST or PHI 301.

TEC 402 Ideas to Markets I (3 cr.)

This course will provide students with the capstone application of the techniques for building and managing today’s and tomorrow’s technological businesses. The course will begin with an introduction of the entrepreneurial process. It will then move rapidly to cover all aspects of entrepreneurial business development. Meets for two-hour lecture and two-hour laboratory each week. Prerequisite: TEC 311 & 312.

TEC 403 Fluid Systems (3 cr.)

This course is an integrated treatment of fluid mechanics theory, components and applications as well as mass transfer fundamentals. Topics include properties, measurements, pipe flow, open channel flow, species diffusion and forced convection. Meets for two-hour lecture and two-hour laboratory each week. Prerequisite: TEC 204 & 307.

TEC 404 Ideas to Markets II (3 cr.)

This course will provide students with a continuation of the capstone application of the techniques for building and managing today’s and tomorrow’s technological businesses initiated in Ideas to Markets I. The course will complete the entrepreneurial development process. Meets for two-hour lecture and two-hour laboratory each week. Prerequisite: TEC 402.

TEC 413 Energy and Power Technology (3 cr.)

This course uses a systems approach to study advanced power sources. An examination of advanced systems ranging from fuel cells and hydrogen storage issues to advanced turbine systems. The total system will be investigated from fuel storage to emissions (including carbon dioxide) control. US and world energy supplies will also be investigated. Meets for two-hour lecture and two-hour laboratory each week. Prerequisite: TEC 204 & 303.

TEC 415 Material Sciences (3 cr.)

A study of the composition, structure, characteristics and properties of advanced materials (new ferrous alloys, biopolymers, ceramics, composites and semiconductors). Meets for two-hour lecture and two-hour laboratory each week. Prerequisite: TEC 204.

TEC 420 Mechanical Design (3 cr.)

Project-oriented course that examines industrial mechanical product design using state-of-the-art finite element simulation software. Covers kinematic and stress analysis of moving and stationary objects such as turbo-machines and beams. Meets for two-hour lecture and two-hour laboratory each week. Prerequisite: TEC 415.

TEC 473 Technology Internship (2 or 3 cr.)

Designed for students who desire additional planned and guided field experience in a particular business, industry or research laboratory.