Undergraduate Catalog 2011-2013 - SUNY Institute of Technology

Courses
C O U R S E S
CTC 301 Professionalism in the Work Place (2)
Topics include lifelong learning; professional, ethical and social
responsibilities; respect for diversity and a knowledge of contemporary
professional, societal and global issues; and a commitment to quality,
timeliness, and continuous improvement. Cross listed with ITC 301
and MTC 301.
CTC 320 Structural Analysis (4)
An investigation of the analysis of both determinate and indeterminate
structures. Emphasis is placed on application of the principles of mechanics
on the analysis of structural systems. Three hours of lecture and two
hours of laboratory per week. Lab hours will be used for experiments
and problem solving using computer applications. Prerequisite: CTC 218
and CTC 222or equivalents.
CTC 340 Transportation Analysis (4)
Introductory course to Transportation Engineering. Topics include
highway design, traffic analysis, capacity planning, and computer
modeling. Three hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory per week.
Pre/Corequisite: MAT 121.
CTC 415 Construction Estimating and Scheduling (4)
Teaches students the basic concepts of estimating and scheduling
construction projects. Students will learn how to estimate quantities,
determine project length, and determine labor and equipment needs.
Group projects during lab times will allow students to gain practical
experience. Three hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory per
week. Students may not receive credit for both CTC 370 and CTC 415.
Prerequisite: CTC 275 or equivalent or permission of instructor.
CTC 422 Design of Steel Structures (4)
The design of steel structures from conceptual design through the
production of contract documents. Emphasis is placed on application of
the AISC Code (Allowable Stress Design) and applicable building codes
to steel structures using conventional and computer-aided methods.
Course consists of three hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory
per week. Prerequisite: CTC 320.
CTC 424 Design of Concrete Structures (4)
The design of reinforced concrete structures from conceptual design
through the production of contract documents. Emphasis is placed on
application of the ACI Code and applicable building codes to concrete
structures using conventional and computer-aided methods. Course
consists of three hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory per week.
Prerequisite: CTC 320.
CTC 430 Engineering Dynamics (4)
Kinematics of particles and rigid bodies. Kinetics of particles and rigid
bodies with translation, rotation and plane motion using the methods
of force - mass - acceleration, work-energy, and impulse momentum.
Three hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory per week. Cross listed
with MTC 430 and ITC 430. Prerequisite: CTC 218 or equivalent. Pre/
Corequisite: MAT 122 or equivalent.
CTC 440 Highway Design (4)
Course emphasizes the highway design process using conventional and
computer methods. Industry standard design handbooks and software
are used to complete a highway design project involving site planning,
earthwork, geometric design, pavement design, cost estimating and
project management. Three hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory
per week. Prerequisites: Surveying and familiarity with CAD software.
CTC 450 Water and Wastewater Systems (4)
Topics include water quality, water supply systems, wastewater systems,
solid waste management, and pollution control. Three hours of lecture
and two hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisites: CTC 260 and CTC
261, or equivalent.
CTC 465 Special Topics in Civil Technology (Variable 1-4)
A study of a selected topic of interest to civil technologists which will
enhance the student’s ability to practice in his/her profession.
CTC 470 Construction Administration (4)
Advanced course in the responsibilities and risk associated with project
management within the construction industry. Subjects addressed relate
to special problems encountered in construction and the management of
those problems. Special emphasis is given to responsibilities, relationships
between owners, contractors and labor, construction safety and
construction contracts. Prerequisites: CTC 275 or permission of instructor.
CTC 475 Economic Analysis in Technology (4)
Methods for choosing between alternatives based on the time value of
money. Replacement studies, depreciation and after-tax analysis, risk,
uncertainty and sensitivity analysis. Prerequisite: MAT 121. Cross listed
with ITC 475 and MTC 475.
CTC 476 Finite Element Applications (4)
Concepts of Finite Element Analysis and their applications. Analysis
of determinate and indeterminate structures, bar, truss, plate, and shell
elements. Condition of plane stress and plane strain. Model generation
to include fluid flow, combined elements and automatic meshing.
Extensive use of ALGOR software. Three hours of lecture and two
hours of laboratory per week. Cross listed with MTC 476. Prerequisite:
CTC 218, CTC 222, MAT 122 and a formal course in computing or
permission of instructor.
CTC 490 Capstone Design (3)
Provides students with the opportunity to work as part of a multidisciplinary
Civil Engineering Technology design team. The course will
consist of a design project with presentations and reports. Lectures in
professional practice and teaming will augment the design project. Two
hours of lecture and two hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisites:
Senior standing and at least 2 of the following: CTC 422, CTC 424, CTC
340, CTC 440, CTC 415, CTC 470, or permission of instructor.
CTC 491 Independent Study (Variable 1-4)
Extensive study and research on a particular topic of student interest
under the supervision of a faculty member. The student is required to
submit a written proposal which includes a description of the project, its
duration, educational goals, method of evaluation, and number of credits
to be earned. Prerequisites: Matriculated students only, permission of
instructor and dean of subject area.
CTC 492 Internship/Co-Op Assignment (2 or 4)
Provides part-time supervised experience in a professional atmosphere
which supplements classroom instruction. Two written reports on
the work experience and two supervisor’s evaluations required. One
site visit or conference call planned. Required contact hours min. 150.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Free elective; CANNOT be counted
as a technical elective. Course is graded as satisfactory/unsatisfactory.
Communication
COM 106 Introduction to Technical Communication (4)
An introduction to the field of technical communication focusing on
technical writing. Students will create technical documentation of a
current project or concern on campus, usually in the form of a proposal
for changes. The class is highly writing-intensive; students review
and edit each other’s work in class. Restricted to Communication and
Information Design.
COM 206 Ethnographic Writing (4)
Uses writing to explore cultures. Students will study the observation and
research of human behavior and will do field writing, reflective writing,
and formal reports. A semester-long ethnographic project, conducted
by small teams, will be presented to the class. Prerequisite: ENG 101
or equivalent.
COM 212 Digital Photography and Imaging (4)
Explores concepts and techniques in electronic photography and imaging.
The class will build and reinforce critical digital imaging skills such as
image manipulation, light effects, scanning, color correction and special
effects. Combines design theory and hands-on work, introducing students
to basic aesthetic issues in photography and image manipulation and the
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