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The technology management major is specifically designed for students who earned technically-oriented Associate of Applied Science degrees and for those with national certifications or exams and two years of directly related work experience.  

What You’ll Do  

As a technology management major, you’ll be awarded up to 34 credit hours for technical coursework with the technology management option. 

  • Understand the fundamental concepts required including mathematics, physical sciences, technology, and management. 
  • Gain specialized knowledge in elective areas of your choice of construction, electrical systems, mechanical systems, manufacturing, networking, facilities, and computer graphics. 
  • Prepare for technical management roles. 

What Can You Do with a Technology Management Degree?

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Career Opportunities

  • These will vary considerably for this program, as it is designed to qualify students to advance into technical supervision roles with appropriate work experience. However, entry-level positions will vary based on elective courses chosen.

 

Technology Management (BS) Degree Map

Explore the courses you'll need to complete your degree.

Outcomes & Careers

  • $102k

    Computer Systems Analyst

    According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the mean annual salary for a computer systems analyst is $102,240.

  • $60k

    Computer Support Specialist

    According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the mean annual salary for a computer support specialist is $59,660.

  • $112k

    Database Administrators and Architects

    According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the mean annual salary for a database administrator and architect is $112,120.

What You'll Study

Degree Map

In the technology management program, you’ll gain career-ready practical experience in a technology-based curriculum. You’ll complete a minimum of 120 credit hours to complete this degree, including the general education requirements and at least 39 senior division hours.

Required Courses:

  • IM300 Technical Communication (3)
  • IM301 Industrial Safety (3)
  • IM309 Science, Technology, and Society (3)
  • IM311 Statistical Process Control (3)
  • IM317 Intership (3)
  • IM410 Manufacturing Reasearch in a Global Society (3)
  • IM419 Industrial Supervision (3)
  • IM506 Projects in IET (3)
  • MA116 Precalculus A (3)
  • MA117 Precalculus B (3)
  • MI101 Introduction to Computer Applications (3)
  • MN220 Engineering Economic Analysis (3)
  • PH106/107 Physical Concepts (4)
  • SW207 Understanding Cultural & Social Diversity (3)
    Choose 3-5 hours:

 

  • CH180 Chemistry in Our World (3)
  • CH181 Basic Principles of Chemistry (5)
  • GO110 Physical Geology (3)

Technology Management   (48 hours)

  • Lower level technical electives – Determined by consulting with an
    advisor (9)*
  • Upper level technical electives - Determined by consulting with an advisor (21)*
Choose one of the following:
  • Three years of related work or military experience and a recognized
    national certification
  • AAS or similar degree (non-regionally accredited degrees will be
    considered on a case-by-case basis). Candidates may need to provide
    documentation in the form of a portfolio for their degree or certification and
    experience to be considered by the department for credit. An interview
    may also be required. (18)
  • Any level technical electives – Determined by consulting with an
    advisor (18)*

*Many major courses are on a set rotation and thus dependent on when prerequisite courses are completed. The actual semester a course is taken may vary based on the rotation.

In addition to the normal University admissions requirements, the Technology Management: Technology Management Option has requirements to meet the 34 hours block of credit. Students typically meet this requirement by completing an Associate of Applied Science degree at a regionally accredited institution. This credit will automatically be applied upon submission of the transcripts to the University.  

Otherwise, students can apply for this credit by submitting a portfolio for either  

Option 1.) a recognized national certification or exam and two years of directly related work experience or  

Option 2.) a technical associate degree or certificate from a non-regionally accredited institution. 

The purpose of the portfolio is for potential students to validate that their background and experiences equate to the technical competencies gained from a related Associate of Applied Science degree. For either option, the portfolio shall be submitted to the Department of Engineering and Technology, and the faculty may require additional information if needed. 

 

Option 1 Portfolio Requirements (Work Experience) 

  • Letter stating the reason(s) for interest in pursuing a BS degree in Technology Management. This letter will be used to evaluate written communication skills. 
  • A resume with three references, including previous or current employers. 
  • Proof of current related certification or date and scores of exam. 
  • Official transcripts from all schools attended. 
  • Letters from previous or current employers documenting related work experience and technical competence in detail. Contact Letters should include dates of employment, tasks performed, employer contact information for follow up, and any other pertinent information to show significance of the work experience. 
  • Certificates or other appropriate documentation from related formal training and workshops attended. 

Option 2 Portfolio Requirements (Non-Accredited Degree) 

  • Letter stating the reason(s) for interest in pursuing a BS in Technology Management. This letter will be used to evaluate written communication skills. 
  • A resume with three references, including previous or current employers. 
  • Official transcripts from all schools attended. 
  • Catalog listings showing completed program requirements and course descriptions. 

Some requirements may be fulfilled by coursework in major program.

  • Social and Behavioral Sciences – 6 hours
  • Constitution Requirement – 3 hours
  • Written Communication – 6 hours
  • Oral Communication – 3 hours
  • Natural Sciences – 7 hours (from two disciplines, one to include a lab)
  • Mathematics – 3 hours
  • Humanities & Fine Arts – 9 hours (from at least two disciplines)
  • Additional requirements – 5 hours (to include UI100 for native students)
  • Civics examination

Freshman Year    

Fall Semester (16 Hours)     
  • UI100 (1)
  • EN100 (3)
  • MA116 (3)
  • MI101 (3)
  • Program Elective 1 (3)
  • Program Elective 2 (3)
Spring Semester (15 Hours)     
  • CH180/CH181/GO110 (3-5)
  • IM301 (3)
  • MA117 (3)
  • MN170 (3)
  • General Education (3)

Milestone: maintain 2.0 cumulative GPA

Sophomore Year    

Fall Semester (16 Hours)  
  • IM309
  • PH106/107 (4) 
  • Program Elective 3 (3)
  • Program Elective 4 (3)
  • General Education (3)
Spring Semester (17 Hours)    
  • IM300 (3)
  • SW207 (3)
  • Program Elective 5 (3)
  • Program Elective 6 (3)
  • General Education (3)

Milestone: maintain 2.0 cumulative GPA

Junior Year    

Fall Semester (15 Hours)    
  • IM311 (3)
  • IM419 (3)
  • Program Elective 7 (3)
  • Program Elective 8 (3)
  • General Education (3)
Spring Semester (15 Hours)     
  • IM410 (3)
  • IM506 (3)
  • MN220 (3)
  • Program Elective 9 (3)
  • General Education (3)

Milestone: maintain 2.0 cumulative GPA

Senior Year    

Fall Semester (15 Hours)     
  • Program Elective 10 (3)
  • Program Elective 11 (3)
  • Program Elective 12 (3)
  • General Education (3)
  • General Education (3)
Spring Semester (15 Hours)  
  • Program Elective 13 (3)
  • Program Elective 14 (3)
  • Program Elective 15 (3)
  • Program Elective 16 (3)
  • Elective (3)

*NOTE: Technical elective courses are those with a CM, EG, EP, ET, EV,
FM, GM, IM, MN, TG, or TN prefix and any exceptions approved by the
department. Courses within the Technology Management Core CANNOT
count toward these electives. No more than 24 hours are allowed in any one
area. It is important to meet with an advisor to ensure prerequisites are met
for planned upper-level courses.

 

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