B.S. Degree with a Major in Technology and Industrial Arts: Industrial Technology Management

The Industrial Technology Management degree prepares the student for a variety of management-related positions in a wide range of career fields. This program is designed to give the student a strong background in production, communications, and power/energy technologies, combined with a study of management strategies and procedures. Students completing this program may pursue careers that include production management, manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, design engineering, quality control, architecture, graphic design, sustainable development and a wide range of related positions.

Requirements for the Major

A major in Technology and Industrial Arts: Industrial Technology Management is achieved by the completion of the following requirements, in addition to the General Education and electives required for a degree:

Required Core Courses

TEC 110, 111, 130, 140, 180, 250, 265, 275, and 392 (noncredit; two terms required).

Required Capstone Course

TEC 489

Required Distribution Courses

One (1) advanced course, chosen from TEC 330, 340, 352, 382, 455, 460, 470, or other courses approved by the Program; plus two (2) additional course credits, chosen from: PHY 217, ART 110, 123, 125, CHM 101, CHM 131 or 134, CSC 125, or other TEC courses

Required Collateral Courses

MAT 105 or 115 (or waived). In addition, three (3) of the following BUS and ECO courses: BUS 120, 240, 315, 345, 363, 364, ECO 101 or 102, and 250

Exploring the Major

Students with interests such as education, engineering, architecture, or other special areas relating to technology should consult with a faculty member in the Program.

Admission to the Major

No additional or special curricular requirements must be met for admission to this major.

Course Sequencing Considerations (in order to complete degree requirements within eight terms)

It is highly preferred that students considering this major take TEC 110 and 111 in the first and/or sophomore years.

Proficiency Requirements for Retention in and Completion of the Major

In addition to completing specified course requirements, each student must satisfy program standards for written and oral communication.

Other Considerations or Recommendations

Only two additional courses are required to earn the Business Administration minor at Berea. Please see the Economics and Business Program’s section of this publication for minor requirements.

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