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Master of Science in Technology
Master of Arts in Technology Education

Department of Technology
The College of Fine and Applied Arts

Jeffrey S. Tiller, Chair and Professor
TillerJS@appstate.edu

Marie C. Hoepfl, Program Director and Professor
HoepflMC@appstate.edu

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The Department of Technology offers courses in a variety of technical areas, including appropriate technology, renewable energy, building science, graphic arts and imaging technology, and technology education. Students in the graduate program have the opportunity to develop prerequisite and advanced technical expertise in relation to specific concentration areas. Emphasis at the graduate level includes leadership, research, and analytical skill development. A team-based, problem-solving approach to course work and research is stressed, and a variety of field-based experiences can be integrated into the graduate program of study . The program’s aim is to foster philosophies for lifelongprofessional development and contributions to the professional field of study, with a particular emphasis on development of sustainable technologies. Graduates of the Department of Technology are prepared for careers in fields such as renewable energy research and development; building sciences, including building energy efficiency; print production management; secondary or post-secondary teaching; or for continuing education at the doctoral level.

The Technology Department offers the following graduate degree programs:

• Master of Science in Technology (Major Code: 599*/15.0612) with concentrations:
  • Appropriate Technology (599B)
  • Building Energy Engineering (599C)         
  • Building Science (599D)
  • Graphic Arts and Imaging Technology (599E)           
  • Renewable Energy Engineering (599F)  
• Master of Arts in Technology Education (Major Code: 546*/13.1309) with concentrations:           
  • Community College Teaching (546B)
  • Secondary School Teaching (546S)[T]

The Technology Education Master of Arts curriculum includes knowledgeand experiences that help students conceptualize, plan, and implement educational programs to develop the technological literacy of their own students. The program emphasizes instructional leadership, research, anda team-based, problem-solving approach to course work. Field-based experiences in education are integrated into required courses. The program’s aim is to assist candidates in becoming teacher-leaders who can help bring about program or school improvement and increased student learning.

NOTES FOR MA AND MS DEGREE STUDENTS: Requirements for admission to candidacy: Satisfactory completion of RES 5000 or TEC 5000; Completion of 8 s.h. of graduate course work with at least a 3.0 GPA; Completion of an approved Program of Study, which is filed with the graduate coordinator; Students pursuing the Master of Arts in Technology Education with a concentration in Secondary School Teaching (546S)[T] must complete all requirements for licensure prior to completing the degree program.

PROGRAM OF STUDY FOR THE MASTER OF SCIENCE IN TECHNOLOGY (Major Code: 599*/15.0612)

Admission Requirements: Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university; complete application to the graduate school; official GRE general exam scores; statement of career goals.

Minimum Criteria for Unconditional Admission: (Undergraduate GPA from last 60 hours X 400) + GRE V + GRE Q = 2000

Students selecting the Renewable Energy Engineering or Building Energy Engineering concentrations must hold bachelor’s degrees in engineering, science, or related fields and have completed a college-level calculus sequence, differential equations, and a two-semester calculus-based physics sequence.

Location: On Campus

 

Course Requirements for the Master of Science in Technology - Concentrations in Building Energy Engineering and Renewable Energy Engineering
Required Courses	TEC 5139: Technology and Culture (3) TEC 5210: Theory and Practice of Engineering Thermodynamics (3) TEC 5220: Theory and Practice of Thermal Fluid Systems (3) TEC 5670: Seminar (0) Select 9 s.h. from the following graduate Physics or Statistics courses: PHY 5330: Digital Electronics (3) PHY 5020: Computational Methods in Physics and Engineering (3) PHY 5735: Microcontrollers (3) STT 5820: Design and Analysis of Experiments (3)	18
Concentration (CHOOSE ONE)	Building Energy Engineering (599C): TEC 5380: Advanced Building Science (3) TEC 5390: Building Thermal Systems Engineering (3) 6 s.h. of approved coursework related to Building Science; see the Graduate Coordinator in the Department of Technology for the specified list. OR Renewable Energy Engineering (599F): TEC 5260: Renewable Energy Engineering (3) TEC 5270: Advanced Computer Modeling of Renewable Energy (3) 6 s.h. of approved coursework related to Appropriate Technology; see the Graduate Coordinator in the Department of Technology for the specified list.	12
Electives	6 s.h. of graduate coursework chosen in consultation with an advisor	6
Total Semester Hours Required for the Master of Science in Technology		36

Other Requirements for the MS in Technology (all concentrations):

• Thesis: Optional
• Proficiency: None required
• Comprehensive: Written Exam and Oral Presentation for Technical Competencies - Students selecting the non-thesis option will have a written and oral exam covering coursework included on their program of study. The written exam is typically completed during the third semester of graduate study, During the last one-third of the program and no later than the last regular class day of the semester, there will be an oral presentation of technical competencies to the program committee.
• Product of Learning: None required

PROGRAM OF STUDY FOR THE MASTER OF ARTS IN TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION WITH A CONCENTRATION IN COMMUNITY COLLEGE TEACHING (Major Code: 546*/13.1309; Concentration Code: 546B)

Admission Requirements: Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university; complete application to the graduate school; official GRE general exam scores, statement of career goals.

Minimum Criteria for Unconditional Admission: (Undergraduate GPA from last 60 hours X 400) + GRE V + GRE Q = 2000
Applicants who have work experience but who do not meet the above criteria may be eligible for provisional admission after an evaluation of the following: Interview; Work experience; Written statement of goals.

Location: On Campus

Other Requirements for the MA in Technology Education with a Concentration in Community College Teaching:

• Thesis: Optional
• Proficiency: None required
• Comprehensive:
  • Thesis Option: Students selecting the thesis option will select their thesis committee and defend their thesis proposal in a scheduled meeting. During the last one-third of the program and at least 14 calendar days prior to the last day of classes for the semester, there will be an oral defense of the thesis.
  • Non-Thesis Option: Students selecting the non-thesis option will have a written and oral exam covering information from the core classes. During the last one-third of the program and at least 14 calendar days prior to the date of graduation, there will be an oral presentation of technical competencies to the program committee.
• Product of Learning: None required

 

PROGRAM OF STUDY FOR THE MASTER OF ARTS IN TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION WITH A CONCENTRATION IN SECONDARY SCHOOL TEACHING (Major Code: 546*/13.1309; Concentration Code: 546S[T])+

+Advanced Licensure: Requirements for this degree were designed, and have been approved by the appropriate bodies at the state level, to meet the advanced competencies as mandated in the North Carolina Excellent Schools Act for Master-level teacher education programs.

Admission Requirements: Baccalaureate degree from an accredited college or university; eligibility to hold NC “A” teacher licensure; complete application to the graduate school; official GRE general exam scores, statement of career goals.

Minimum Criteria for Unconditional Admission: (Undergraduate GPA from last 60 hours X 400) + GRE V + GRE Q = 2000
Applicants who have work experience but who do not meet the above criteria may be eligible for admission after an evaluation of the following: Interview; Work experience; Written statement of goals

Location: On Campus

Other Requirements for the MA in Technology Education with a Concentration in Secondary Education:

• Thesis: An optional part of the Product of Learning
• Proficiency: None required
• Comprehensive:
  • Thesis Option: Students selecting the thesis option will select their thesis committee and defend their thesis proposal in a scheduled meeting. During the last one-third of the program and at least 14 calendar days prior to the last day of classes for the semester, there will be an oral defense of the thesis.
  • Non-Thesis Option: Students selecting the non-thesis option will have a written exam covering information from the core classes. During the last one-third of the program and at least 14 calendar days prior to graduation, there will be an oral presentation of the product of learning to the program committee.
• Product of Learning: Required (may include thesis)

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