University of Nebraska Kearney

Industrial Technology Assessment Mission

Mission Statement

Graduates with a degree from the Department of Industrial Technology at the University of Nebraska at Kearney will demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and values commensurate with the competencies identified for a professional in Industrial Technology with the ability to orally and visually communicate these competencies to their constituencies.

Department Goals

The successful student will develop:

1. knowledge of the applications of technology as they pertain to the industrial sector of the economy, specifically aviation systems, building construction systems, distribution systems, and telecommunication systems.
2. knowledge of the scientific and mathematical concepts that form the basis of technological concepts.
3. knowledge of the equipment, materials and processes that comprise the end product or service of these systems.
4. knowledge in the manipulations of data as it impacts the technological and economic implications of the system.
5. skill in the safe and efficient manipulation of the technical equipment associated with the requisite activities within the systems.
6. skill in the ability to organize and present the technical concepts of the discipline through written and oral communication.
7. skill in developing working solutions to problems typified by the discipline.
8. appreciation of values pertaining to work, education and the community.

Outcomes for Aviation Systems Management

   Students will be able to:

1. All Majors:
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   2. Understand the four fundamentals of flight; straight and level, turns, climbs, and descents.
   3. Understand the four forces that determine airplane performance; Thrust, Lift, Drag, and Weight.
   4. Understand basic airport design / layout features.
   5. Understand and describe airport signage / markings / lighting.
   6. Understand and describe the basic structure of the Air Traffic Control system.
   7. Understand and describe the United States airspace structure.
   8. Understand and describe basic meteorological processes and their affects on flight operations.
   9. Understand and describe the differences in flight operations at towered and non-towered airports.
   10. Explain complex/technical ideas & concepts to non-technical persons both verbally and in writing.
   11. Utilize verbal and technology-based communications skills for group presentations.
   12. Retrieve information form FAA publications including; Federal Code of Regulations, Advisory Circulars, Aeronautical Information Manual, Training Handbooks, NOTAMS, Practical Testing Standards, and FAA Orders / Bulletins.
   13. Understand the relevancy of national and international business environment and its impact on the aviation industry.
   14. Understand the concept of statutory law, regulatory law, case law, local ordinances.
   15. Understand aviation terminology.
   16. Utilize the computer and internet as a tool to retrieve relevant aviation information.
   17. Understand the fundamentals of leadership and motivational theory.
   18. Understand the concept of resource management as it applies to your position in the aviation industry.
   19. Understand the roles of management, unions, and labor relations theory in the aviation industry.
   20. Understand general business principles including; basic accounting, budgeting, and financial analysis.
   21. Appreciate the importance of community relations and company image.
   22. Understand macro, micro, and transportation industry economic fundamentals.
   23. Explain career path options in the aviation field.
   24. Apply appropriate mathematical and scientific information to the solution of problems.
   25. Comprehend the latest technology.
   26. Write concise and professional business letters and reports.
   27. Convey organized thought patterns.
   28. Understand and apply the principles customer service.
        
2. Flight Operations Emphasis:
   29. Airworthiness requirements for legal airplane operations.
   30. Apply concise trouble shooting skills.
   31. Understand and apply mechanical concepts and calculations.
   32. Understand and apply electrical / electronic concepts and calculations.
   33. Understand and apply fluid energy concepts and calculations.
   34. Understand applicable Federal Aviation Regulations that relate to commercial pilot privileges, limitations, in VFR and IFR flight operations.
   35. Understand accident reporting requirements of the National Transportation Safety Board.
   36. Understand the air traffic control system and procedures for instrument flight operations.
   37. Understand meteorology to include recognition of critical weather situations, windshear recognition and avoidance, and the use of aeronautical weather reports and forecasts.
   38. Understand I FR navigation and approaches by use of navigation systems.
   39. Understand the use of IFR en route and instrument approach procedure charts.
   40. Understand the safe and efficient operation of aircraft under IFR and VFR conditions.
   41. Understand and apply Weight and balance computations.
   42. Understand and apply airplane performance charts.
   43. Understand the significance and effects of exceeding aircraft performance limitations.
   44. Understand the use of aeronautical charts and a magnetic compass for pilotage and dead reckoning.
   45. Understand and utilize air navigation facilities.
   46. Understand Aeronautical decision making and pilot judgment techniques.
   47. Understand and apply the principles and functions of aircraft systems.
   48. Understand and proficiently perform maneuvers, procedures, and emergency operations appropriate to single and multi-engine airplanes.
   49. Understand and proficiently perform night and high-altitude operations.
   50. Understand and proficiently apply procedures for operating within the National Airspace System.
   51. Demonstrate VFR and IFR flight proficiency in single and multi-engine airplanes.
        
3. Aviation Support Services Emphasis:
   52. An understanding of the general principles and practices of flight as they pertain to the private pilot.
   53. An understanding of the regulations and the application of principles and concepts of Aviation Law.
   54. An understanding of the national Airspace and Airway Systems
   55. Apply Management Principles.
   56. Utilize effective resource management techniques and understand the fundamentals of personnel administration.
   57. Understand the roles of management, unions and labor relations theory in American business.
   58. Apply Marketing principles.
   59. Understand and apply the principles customer service.
   60. Understand and apply the practice of personal accountability.
   61. Understand the importance of business ethics and act accordingly.
   62. Understand Project Organization and Supervision.
   63. Speak in a professional and convincing manner.
   64. Use appropriate vocabulary and speak the language of industry.
   65. Present solutions to problems in an orderly, logical, and systematic way.
   66. Make effective formal presentations.
   67. Utilize the computer as a tool for daily tasks and demonstrate the ability to retrieve information from the world-wide web, journals, periodicals, & other sources.
   68. Exhibit the importance of presenting a positive professional image in the form of appearance, dress, attitude, manners, and social skills.
   69. Participate in appropriate aviation professional and industrial organizations.
   70. Identify various methods of organization and operation of companies in different segments of your chosen industry.
   71. Select and employ goal setting techniques and methods.
   72. Appreciate the importance of community relations and company image.
   73. Understand the fundamentals of leadership and motivational theory.
   74. Comprehend project development, implementation, and management techniques.
   75. Comprehend and use time management principles.

Outcomes for Construction Management

   Students will be able to:

1. Apply Management Principles
2. Prepare Cost Accounting and Analysis
3. Understand Insurance and Bonding
4. Apply Personnel Management
5. Apply Marketing and Sales
6. Practice Organizational Behavior
7. Apply Accounting Principles
8. Understand Business Law
9. Evaluate Finance
10. Understand Economics
11. Apply Real Estate Principles
     
12. Prepare Cost Estimating and Bidding
13. Perform Project Planning, Scheduling and Time Control
14. Utilize Cost Control
15. Identify Contracting Methods and Documents
16. Understand Project Organization and Supervision
17. Utilize Project Construction Management
18. Understand Legal Aspects of Construction
19. Understand Productivity Measurement and Improvement
20. Apply Value Engineering
21. Utilize Construction Economics
22. Interpret Construction Firm Organization
23. Apply Construction Labor Relations
24. Interpret Construction Firm Industry Organization
     
25. Interpretation and Use of Blueprint Reading
26. Interpretation and Use Specifications
27. Apply Construction Safety
28. Practice Construction Systems: Techniques and Methods
29. Understand Construction Materials
30. Apply Survey for Building Layout
31. Apply Computer Science Applications
32. Understand Quality Control and Inspection
33. Interpretation Shop Drawing Process
34. Understand Building Code Fundamentals
35. Establish Surveying Land and Earthwork
36. Understanding Construction Equipment
37. Apply Coop or Internship
38. Utilize Drafting/Mechanical Drawing
39. Utilize Roofing Systems
40. Practice Electrical Systems
41. Understand HVAC Systems
42. Understand Plumbing Systems
43. Practice Computer Science Programming

Outcomes for Industrial Distribution

   Students will be able to:

1. Professional
   1. Apply time management techniques.
   2. Describe marketing and selling as related to other organizational activities.
   3. Achievable goals.
   4. Describe the sales management function and process.
   5. Practice good decisions that involve ethical problems.
   6. Explain the basic line functions of production and service organizations.
   7. Describe industrial distributor job roles and personal activities performed.
   8. Describe industrial distributor operations as related to other organizational activities.
   9. Converse intellectually with a broad spectrum of people.
   10. Describe the industrial distributor operations management function and process.
   11. Explain career path options in the field.
   12. Describe government regulations that affect the organization.
   13. Describe finance and accounting as related to other organizational activities.
   14. Describe the wholesale distribution role in the world economy.
   15. Describe the activities and benefits of professional associations.
   16. Create employee training programs.
        
2. Applied Science and Technology
   17. Apply personal computer skills.
   18. Describe the technical features and benefits of products.
   19. Understand manufacturing processes.
   20. Apply appropriate mathematical and scientific information to the solution of problems.
   21. Demonstrate technical expertise.
   22. Comprehend the latest technology.
   23. Demonstrate applications of products.
   24. Apply trouble shooting skills.
   25. Understand production processes.
   26. Understand and apply mechanical concepts and calculations.
   27. Read blueprints and understand geometric tolerancing.
   28. Understand automation equipment, processes, and applications.
   29. Recognize and understand material characteristics.
   30. Understand and apply electrical concepts and calculations.
   31. Understand engineering economy and investment.
   32. Apply physical science concepts and calculations.
   33. Understand and apply fluid energy concepts and calculations.
   34. Provide technical presentations.
   35. Understand and apply electronic concepts and calculations.
   36. Understand basic metallurgy.
   37. Apply high technical skills.
   38. Understand and explain machine tool processes.
   39. Apply knowledge of drafting and CAD.
        
3. Business
   40. Understand the principles of selling.
   41. Understand sales management concepts.
   42. Comprehend accounting fundamentals.
   43. Comprehend industrial marketing.
   44. Understand total quality management.
   45. Be informed of industry trends.
   46. Understand human motivation and behavior.
   47. Discern the role and limitations of telemarketing.
   48. Comprehend ISO concepts.
   49. Understand organizational behavior.
   50. Understand distributor operations management.
   51. Understand business computer systems and their applications.
   52. Comprehend the principles of economics.
   53. Understand electronic commerce.
   54. Understand production management.
        
4. Oral and Written Communication
   55. Speak in a professional and convincing manner.
   56. Listen attentively, completely, and effectively.
   57. Write concise and professional business letters and reports.
   58. Use appropriate vocabulary.
   59. Speak the language of industry.
   60. Utilize effective phone skills.
   61. Ask questions that identify needs.
   62. Convey organized thought patterns.
   63. Present solutions to problems in an orderly, logical, and systematic way.
   64. Articulate the features and benefits of products and services.
   65. Make effective formal presentations.
   66. Understand body language.
   67. Communicate in technical terms.
   68. Facilitate groups and sales teams.
   69. Answer questions to the complete satisfaction of others.
   70. Handle engineering questions.

Outcomes for Telecommunications Management

   Students will be able to:

1. Communication
   1. Explain complex/technical ideas & concepts to non-technical persons both verbally and in writing.
   2. Utilize verbal and technology-based communication skills for group presentations.
       
2. Professional
   3. Understand the importance of business ethics and act accordingly.
   4. Retrieve information from the world-wide web, journals, periodicals, & other sources.
   5. Understand changes in technology, political, and regulations to allow their utilization to one's advantage.
   6. Exhibit the importance of presenting a positive professional image in the form of appearance, dress, attitude, manners, and social skills.
   7. Understand the relevancy of national and international business environment and their impact on the telecommunications industry.
   8. Participate in appropriate professional and industrial organizations.
   9. Identify various methods of organization and operation of companies in different segments of the telecommunications industry.
   10. Understand the history of telecommunications.
   11. Understand the free enterprise system as it relates to telecommunications.
        
3. Regulatory
   12. Understand fundamental concepts of business law.
   13. Select and use sources of information for regulatory matters.
   14. Understand the functions and jurisdiction of national, state, and local telecommunications regulatory agencies.
   15. Understand how to interact with national, state, and local telecommunications regulatory agencies.
   16. Understand the concept of statutory law, regulatory law, case law, and local ordinances.
   17. Understand the process by which statutory law, regulatory law, case law, and local ordinances are created.
   18. Explain current statutory, regulatory, and legal issues facing the telecommunications industry.
        
4. Problem Solving
   19. Understand how to use telecommunications technology and systems to solve industry problems by prioritizing and choosing alternatives based on economic and business criteria.
   20. Understand and use appropriate product and performance standards.
   21. Understand basic transmission testing methodology.
        
5. Technical
   22. Demonstrate a general knowledge of network design and traffic analysis.
   23. Demonstrate a knowledge of data transmission theory as required for applications, design, maintenance, and selection of equipment and systems.
   24. Understand digital/analog transmission, fiber optics, microwave, satellite, wireless, packet switching, spectrum/bandwidth and local distribution plant technologies.
   25. Understand telecommunications terminology.
   26. Understand digital/analog theory and applications including techniques, devices and systems.
   27. Understand the importance of industrial safety in the workplace.
   28. Utilize the computer as a tool for daily tasks.
   29. Distinguish between various computer-based design techniques and systems.
        
6. Management
   30. Understand the fundamentals of leadership and motivational theory.
   31. Comprehend project development, implementation, and management techniques.
   32. Comprehend and use time management principles.
   33. Select and employ goal setting techniques and methods.
   34. Select and employ appropriate management techniques for supervising both technical and non-technical groups.
   35. Utilize effective resource management techniques.
   36. Understand the fundamentals of personnel administration.
   37. Understand the roles of management, unions and labor relations theory in American business.
        
7. Business
   38. Understand general business principles including; basic accounting, budgeting, financial analysis and inventory control.
   39. Prepare business reports and proposals.
   40. Utilize business analysis processes to conduct cost justification of telecommunications equipment including new and emerging technologies.
   41. Utilize new business opportunities and assess their potential economic benefits.
   42. Apply technology to complement business plans and develop business opportunities.
   43. Appreciate the importance of community relations and company image.
   44. Understand the functions of business that include sales, marketing, and product life cycles.
   45. Distinguish between various marketing strategies of companies in different segments of the telecommunications industry.
   46. Identify the methods used for the selection and interaction with vendors.
   47. Recognize various economic models and how to use them.
   48. Distinguish between various business and legal documents such as leases, rental agreements, purchase orders, contracts, etc.
   49. Understand macro and micro economic fundamentals.

Previous Mission, Replaced Spring 2006