Building Construction Information Engineering Technology
Minor:
Building Construction
Certificate:
Technology Systems Support
Department:
Applied Science, Technology and Administration Building 70 (850) 474-2484 http://uwf.edu/ect
College:
Professional Studies
Semester Hours Required For Degree: 120
The B.S. in Engineering Technology prepares graduates for a variety of engineering associated positions with industry.
Program Requirements
In addition to the university’s general requirements, students seeking the B.S. in Engineering Technology must meet the requirements listed below.
Students should consult with their academic advisor for courses which may satisfy both the General Studies requirements and common prerequisites. A minimum grade of “C-” is required in major courses.
Building Construction Specialization
The Building Construction specialization examines construction of all types and prepares the student for career roles such as project manager and estimator. The program teaches methodologies for managing cost control and processes through courses in contracting, scheduling, and business management. A combination of all coursework applies to any graduate who desires to sit for the residential or general contractor’s exam.
General Studies
In addition to the general studies requirements listed on this page, students must satisfy all additional University requirements, including the Gordon Rule, multicultural, and foreign language requirements. With appropriate planning and coordination with an academic advisor, students may satisfy some of the general University requirements through the General Studies curriculum. For a complete listing of general degree requirements, refer to the "Graduation and General Degree Requirements" section of this catalog.
General Physics is non-calculus based and is usually recommended for non-science majors. University Physics is calculus based and is usually recommended for science majors.
Total Semester Hours:
36-37
Common Prerequisites
State mandated common prerequisites must be completed prior to graduation, but are not required for admission to the program. See the Common Prerequisite Manual for course substitutions from Florida colleges and universities.
Indicates common prerequisites which can be used to satisfy General Studies requirements.
Lower Division Electives
Students must complete sufficient 1000/2000 level electives to satisfy at least 60 sh in the lower division. Current UWF students may use elective courses at any level (1000-4000) to meet this elective requirement.
Student must complete sufficient 3000/4000 level electives to meet UWF’s requirement of 48 semester hours in the upper division or complete all departmental requirements at the 3000/4000 level, whichever is greater.
3
Total Hours
3
Information Engineering Technology Specialization
The Information Engineering Technology specialization prepares individuals to assume roles in network, telecommunications, and instructional systems support in a wide variety of organizations, including those with main missions in training, education, and distance learning. These roles include design, development, implementation, maintenance, and adaptation of technologies to meet the organizational goals. The program is designed for delivery at a distance and exploits technology to offer learners opportunity to pursue the degree even when regular attendance is problematic or relocation is necessary.
General Studies
In addition to the general studies requirements listed on this page, students must satisfy all additional University requirements, including the Gordon Rule, multicultural, and foreign language requirements. With appropriate planning and coordination with an academic advisor, students may satisfy some of the general University requirements through the General Studies curriculum. For a complete listing of general degree requirements, refer to the "Graduation and General Degree Requirements" section of this catalog.
General Physics is non-calculus based and is usually recommended for non-science majors. University Physics is calculus based and is usually recommended for science majors.
Total Semester Hours:
36-37
Common Prerequisites
State mandated common prerequisites must be completed prior to graduation, but are not required for admission to the program. See the Common Prerequisite Manual for course substitutions from Florida colleges and universities.
Indicates common prerequisites which can be used to satisfy General Studies requirements.
Lower Division Electives
Students must complete sufficient 1000/2000 level electives to satisfy at least 60 sh in the lower division. Current UWF students may use elective courses at any level (1000-4000) to meet this elective requirement.
6-19
Total Hours
6-19
Recommended elective is EET 1080 Introduction to Engineering Technology.
Student must complete sufficient 3000/4000 level electives to meet UWF’s requirement of 48 semester hours in the upper division or complete all departmental requirements at the 3000/4000 level, whichever is greater.
14
Total Hours
14
Minors
Building Construction
Construction Specialization majors may not earn this minor.
This certificate, in conjunction with an earned A.A. or A.S. degree, meets the educational requirements for many of the technology-related job classes found in the State of Florida Career Service Classification Plan and the Bureau of Labor Statistics' Standard Occupational Classification.
