2021-2022 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
2021-2022 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Technology Studies, Lean Manufacturing and Supply Chain Management (HF20)


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College of Technology Pathway Program

The Connecticut College of Technology Pathways program allows students to complete an associate in science degree program in Technology Studies and continue on to complete a bachelor of science degree in Industrial Technology with a focus in Technology Management at Central Connecticut State University’s School of Engineering Science and Technology. The curriculum offers a broad range of studies and topics in: mathematics, physics, chemistry, engineering drawing and computer-aided design (CAD), computer-aided manufacturing (CAM), electronic engineering technologies, mechanical engineering technologies, machine technologies, and other courses in special areas of technology. The program also includes a solid core of courses in general education. Successful completion of the program allows students to enter their junior year at Central Connecticut State University.

The Lean Manufacturing and Supply Chain Management Option, Technology Studies associate degree program prepares students to work in the 21st century world of Lean Manufacturing and supply chain management. Companies are now employing these techniques to reduce waste, cut costs and compete globally.

Consultation with a faculty advisor is strongly recommended.

Placement testing will determine the sequencing of courses. Additional courses may be required. Note: To complete the degree in two years, students are advised to complete the courses in the sequence listed beginning in the fall semester.

Curriculum


Competency or Program Requirement:

First Semester


Continuing Learning/Information Literacy and Ethical Dimensions Credits: 3


Critical Analysis and Logical Thinking/Written Communication Credits: 3


Quantitative Reasoning Credits: 3-4


Program Requirements


Second Semester


Scientific Reasoning Credits: 4


Written Communication Credits: 3


Program Requirements


Third Semester


Oral Communication Credits: 3


Historical Knowledge and Understanding Credits: 3


Scientific Knowledge and Understanding Credits: 4


Program Requirements


Fourth Semester


Aesthetic Dimensions/Written Communication Credits: 3


  • Fine arts course Credits: 3 4

Social Phenomena Credits: 3


Program Requirements


Program Outcomes


 

Total Credits: 65-66


1 MFG* H171 -MFG* H271  and MFG* H172 -MFG* H272  are offered in alternating years. Enroll in whichever sequence is offered.

2 If a student is not MAT* H185  or MAT* H186  ready, the student should take MAT*prerequisite courses, e.g. MAT* H137  or MAT* H172 .

3 15 credits total: Choose from BIO* H121 , BIO* H122  or BIO* H235 ; BMG* H202 ; BMK* H201 ; any CAD*; any CHE*, ECN* H102 ; any EET*; any EGR*; MAT* H172  or higher; any MEC*; any MFG*; PHL* H101  or PHL* H111  (only one PHL* course can be taken for the program); any PHY*; any TCN*

4 Choose from ART* H101  or ART* H102 ; DAN* H101 ; MUS* H101 ; THR* H101 

Becoming Connecticut State Community College


STUDENTS: The Community Colleges are undergoing a merger with a plan to become Connecticut State Community College in fall 2023; please work closely with your advisor/program coordinator to select your courses accordingly. Click here www.ct.edu/ctstate/academics for more detail about this exciting transition!

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