Areas Of Study - Lake Area Technical Institute

BSA 212
BSA 216
BSA 218
based pay, health insurance and pensions. Compensation
management theories will be integrated with organizational
mission statements. 3 credits
Training and Development
This course offers an overview of the Training and Development
component of Human Resource Development. The course
will also focus on providing the student with a working
knowledge of the basic skills required to be skilled trainers in
a current organizational environment. 3 credits
Fashion Survey
This course focuses on the fashion industry, marketing trends,
and retail organizations. Career options will also be
explored. 3 credits
Capstone Project
Students will have the opportunity to demonstrate that they
have achieved goals for learning. This course is designed to
assess cognitive, affective, and psychomotor learning. The
course fosters interdisciplinary partnerships among Lake Area
Tech and outside businesses which helps cultivate industry
alliances and cooperation. 5 credits
BSA 220 Merchandise Planning and Control
The study and implementation of planning and controlling
strategies and processes which are essential to profitability in
merchandising. The student will also learn about analyzing
company and industry merchandising and operating
results. 3 credits
BSA 222
BSA 224
BSA 226
BSA 228
BTT 116
BTT 117
BTT 125
BTT 125
Design Theory
This course surveys the evolution of visual communication
through the current state of graphic communication.
Fundamental design components of design theory are
explored, allowing students to create, execute, and present
projects. 3 credits
Color Theory
This course introduces the element of color as a major
design factor. Emphasis is placed on the physical, psychological,
and other implications of color in design. Upon completion,
students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of color and
its effects on the human environment. 3 credits
Furniture and Style
This course is a study of the architecture, ornament, furniture,
and interior, styles from prehistoric times to the 20th Century.
Students become familiar with the various styles, their basic
respective characteristics, and their relationship to interior
environments. 3 credits
Presentation Drawings
This course presents the elements of two and three-dimensional
design as related to interior representational drawings.
Emphasis is on one and two-point perspective drawings.
Addition of color to drawings by use of marker and colored
pencil is introduced. 3 credits
CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY I
Includes the safe and proper use of tools in various
construction projects. The semester will conclude with the
framing and en clo sure of a residential building. 3 credits
CONSTRUCTION PRACTICUM I
A practical building application with required as sign ments
made on building projects. 11 1/2 credits
CABINETRY THEORY
Practical experience in the design and construction of
cabinets for a residential structure. 1 credits
CABINETRY PRACTICUM
The practical application of designing and building cabinetry
for residential construction. 3 credits
BTT 131
BTT 147
BTT 156
BTT 202
BTT 204
BTT 209
BTT 220
BTT 235
BTT 252
BUS 101
BUS 120
BUS 122
BUS 140
BUS 150
INTERIOR FINISHING
Application of various skills required to complete the interior
finish in a residential building project. 2 credits
CONSTRUCTION PRACTICUM II
A practical building application with required
as sign ments. 5 credits
RESIDENTIAL DRAFTING/CAD
Students receive training in the proper use of drafting
equipment and do basic orthographic drawings. 2 credits
SITE PREPARATION AND CONCRETE
After completing this unit, the student will have a better
understanding of site preparation, site layout, concrete
construction. 1 1/2 credits
CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY II
After completing this unit, the student will have a better
understanding of floor construction, and wall and roof
construction. 1 1/2 credits
CONSTRUCTION PRACTICUM III
After completing this unit, the student should be able to
place, test and finish concrete slabs. They will also construct
floor, wall and roof systems. 12 credits
CONSTRUCTION ESTIMATING
Upon completion of this unit, the student will be able to
prepare a detailed bill of materials sheet for a residential
building project. 2 cred its
CONSTRUCTION PRACTICUM IV
After completing this unit, the student will have the practical
ex pe ri ence to perform interior finish pro ce dures to industry
standards. 11 credits
ADVANCED CONSTRUCTION TECHNOLOGY
After completing this unit, the student will have a better
understanding of building codes, advanced stair construction
and installation, how ventilation works, what green building
is, and light commercial work. 2 credits
INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS
An overview of the world of business. Topics include ethics,
legalities, entrepreneurship, management techniques,
marketing concepts, finance, risk management, international
business and career development. 3 credits
PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING
An in-depth analysis of the total process, from conception
through distribution and pricing of a product, service or
idea. 3 credits
BUSINESS RELATIONSHIPS
Why do some businesses make it, while others fail? Learn
now a large part of success is based on relationships,
personal and professional. Find out how “behind the scenes”
effots such as exceptional customer service, networking,
recognition, negotiating and volunteering can make your
business flourish. 3 credits
BUSINESS LAW
An important basic course in how laws affect busi ness es.
Students gain broad general knowledge and learn when and
where to seek specialized advice and/or legal assistance.
3 credits
ADVERTISING
How advertising works; its effectiveness in promoting
products, ser vic es and ideas. Students will develop a
real coupon book and be involved in the total process.
4 credits
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