https://www.uwplatt.edu/department/applied-engineering-technology-management

Department Chair: Chris Carlson
Office: 409 Pioneer Tower
Phone: 608.342.1340
Email: carlsonchr@uwplatt.edu

About the Department and Majors

Construction Management

Engineering Technology Management

Engineering Technology Management combines applied engineering, industrial technology, and management.  Students learn from faculty members and industry professionals in hands-on laboratories. The program also complements a wide variety of minors, allowing students to tailor their education to their interests. Students apply their learning through internship and apprenticeship opportunities. This program is accredited by the Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering (ATMAE).

Cooperative Education and Internships

A cooperative education and internship program is administered by the department. Through a supervised work experience with approved employers, students gain up-to-date knowledge and practical experience related to their major and area of specialization. Students wishing to complete an internship must meet the following requirements:

1. Completion of the following courses prior to enrollment in an internship: ENGLISH 1130, ENGLISH 1230, SPEECH 1060, and a Core General Education Mathematics and Quantitative Reasoning course (three credits);
2. Be in good academic standing and classified as a junior (minimum 60 credits earned);
3. Be approved for and registered in internship or cooperative education credit prior to the experience;
4. Have completed 18 credits of Applied Engineering Technology Management coursework (AETM) to include AETM 1010;
5. Three credits of internship are required; however, a maximum of eight internship credits may be applied toward degree requirements.

Technology and Engineering Education

Technology and Engineering Education prepares students to teach in elementary, middle level, and secondary school systems. A student completing this major receives certification from the Department of Public Instruction to teach technology education (220 license). The strength of the program lies in the collaboration between professional education course requirements and technology course requirements. Technology and Engineering Education majors learn hands-on approaches that illustrate the effects of technology on modern life.

Mission Statements and Program Learning Outcomes

The mission of the UW-Platteville Department of Applied Engineering Technology Management is to provide exceptional quality education and practical experiences for students. The instruction provided will emphasize theoretical and practical studies, internships, applied research, and the relationship of management and technology in preparing competent leaders for a global society.

Construction Management Mission Statement and Program Learning Outcomes

The mission of the Construction Management major is to prepare competent professional leaders who understand the interrelationships between management and construction technology and apply their skills to solve real-world problems in a global society. The Construction Management program learning outcomes are:

1. Analyze construction safety principles, scheduling methods, estimating techniques, and management strategies to develop effective solutions for diverse construction projects.
2. Interpret and evaluate construction documents, including models, plans, and specifications, to ensure accuracy and compliance with project requirements.
3. Select and apply appropriate construction materials, tools, equipment, and emerging technologies to optimize project performance and sustainability.
4. Demonstrate effective communication, teamwork, and leadership skills to collaborate with diverse stakeholders in construction projects.
5. Assess and solve complex construction challenges by applying critical thinking, problem-solving techniques, and data-driven decision-making.
6. Students engage in professional development by recognizing industry trends, ethical responsibilities, and lifelong learning opportunities to advance in the construction field.
7. Execute and integrate hands-on construction management and construction safety management practices by applying theoretical knowledge to real-world project scenarios.

Engineering Technology Management Mission Statement and Program Learning Outcomes

The mission of the Engineering Technology Management major is to provide high-quality educational opportunities to prepare professional and technical leaders for the manufacturing and service industries. These opportunities emphasize theoretical and practical experiences, internships, and applied research. The program stresses the relationship between management and technology for the preparation of competent industrial leaders for a global manufacturing environment. The Engineering Technology Management program learning outcomes are:

1. Upon Graduation, all ETM students will be able to create, evaluate and interpret engineering drawings using CAD software programs.
2. Upon graduation, all ETM students will recognize technical opportunities and pose reasonable solutions for each.
3. Upon graduation, all ETM students will communicate using appropriate technical terms via the appropriate means (oral, written, and/or digital) to inform others.
4. Upon graduation, all ETM students will learn to manage leadership skills, team projects and cost to accomplish specific goals.
5. Upon graduation, all ETM students will demonstrate job readiness by tackling job responsibilities through a successful internship.
6. Upon graduation, all ETM students will have the ability to lead teams and be able to evaluate a performance review.
7. Upon graduation, all ETM students will have the ability to utilize tools to complete ROI analysis.
8. Upon graduation, all ETM students will have the ability to carry-out a safety review of a new job or accident.

Technology and Engineering Education Mission Statement

The mission statement of the Technology and Engineering Education program is to prepare the finest technology education teachers in the state of Wisconsin.

Competencies for Technology and Engineering Education majors are elaborated under the 10 Wisconsin Standards for Teacher Development and Licensure (WSTDL). The WSTDL standards can be found on the School of Education page.

Wisconsin Standards for Teacher Development and Licensure

Standard # 1 Pupil Development.

The teacher understands how pupils grow and develop, recognizing that patterns of learning and development vary individually within and across the cognitive, linguistic, social, emotional, and physical areas. The teacher designs and implements developmentally appropriate and challenging learning experiences for pupils.

Standard # 2 Learning Differences.

The teacher uses their understanding of individual pupil differences and diverse cultures and communities to ensure inclusive learning environments that enable each pupil to meet high standards.

Standard # 3 Learning Environments.

The teacher works with others to create environments that support individual and collaborative learning, and that encourage positive social interaction, active engagement in learning, and self-motivation.

Standard # 4 Content Knowledge.

The teacher understands the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of each discipline they teach. The teacher creates learning experiences that make the discipline accessible and meaningful for pupils to ensure mastery of the content.

Standard # 5 Application of Content.

The teacher understands how to connect concepts and use differing perspectives to engage pupils in critical thinking, creativity, and collaborative problem solving related to authentic local and global issues.

Standard # 6 Assessment.

The teacher understands and uses multiple methods of assessment to engage pupils in their own growth, to monitor pupil progress, and to guide the teacher’s and pupil’s decision making.

Standard # 7 Planning for Instruction.

The teacher plans instruction that supports every pupil in meeting rigorous learning goals by drawing upon knowledge of content areas, curriculum, cross-disciplinary skills, pedagogy, pupils, and pupils’ communities.

Standard # 8 Instructional Strategies.

The teacher understands and uses a variety of instructional strategies to encourage pupils to develop a deep understanding of content areas and their connections, and to develop skills to apply knowledge in a meaningful way.

Standard # 9 Professional Learning and Ethical Practice.

The teacher engages in ongoing professional learning. The teacher uses evidence to continuously evaluate the teacher’s practice, including the effects of the teacher’s choices and actions on pupils, their families, other educators, and the community. The teacher adapts their practice to meet the needs of each pupil.

Standard # 10 Leadership and Collaboration.

The teacher seeks appropriate leadership roles and opportunities in order to take responsibility for pupil learning; to collaborate with pupils, their families, other educators, and the community; and to advance the profession.

Majors

• Construction Management Major, B.S.
• Engineering Technology Management Major, B.S.
• Technology and Engineering Education Major, B.S.

Technical Minors¹

• Construction Management Minor
• Construction Safety Management Minor
• Drafting Technology Minor
• Industrial Control Systems Technology Minor
• Material Science Minor
• Metals Processing Technology Minor
• Plastics Processing Technology Minor
• Production and Manufacturing Management Minor
• Safety Engineering Management Minor

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The Agricultural and Applied Engineering Technology Management Minor and the Sustainability and Renewable Energy Systems Minor are approved Technical Minors for the Engineering Technology Management Major.  These approved Technical Minors reside outside the Department of Applied Engineering Technology Management.

Faculty and Lecturers

Additional information about the Faculty and Lecturers below may be found in the Faculty and Academic Staff section of this catalog.