Design & Technology Education
Degree Programs
- Bachelor of Applied Science with a Comprehensive Major in Construction Management
- Bachelor of Science with a Subject Major in Construction Management
- Bachelor of Science In Education with a Field Endorsement in Design and Technology Education (7-12)
- Bachelor of Science In Education with a Field Endorsement in Design and Technology Education (7-12) 2+2
- Bachelor of Science in Education with a Field Endorsement in Trade and Industrial Education (9-12)
- Bachelor of Science in Education with a Middle Grades Content Area of Specialization in Design and Technology Education (4-9)
General Studies
The General Studies requirements for Chadron State College are available on a separate page for easy reference.
The Degree of Bachelor of Applied Science with a Comprehensive Major in Construction Management
In partnership with area community colleges and technical institutes an alternative for the completion of the Bachelor of Applied Science with a Comprehensive Major in Construction Management is available to students. Two-year institutions partnering in this degree will have formal agreements with CSC, the Department of Applied Sciences, and the Design and Technology Education program. Students are required to complete an Associate of Applied Science Degree in Construction Technology from one of the partner institutions or demonstrate that they have completed a Construction Technology program in an accredited institution in order to participate in this Major. Chadron State College will accept up to 70 semester credit hours from an AAS degree granted by an accredited technical school or community college. Additional hours may be accepted from regionally accredited 4-year institutions. Students participating in this Major must complete the general studies requirements established by CSC for the Bachelor of Applied Science degree. For a listing of present partners contact the Department of Applied Sciences.
Required Transfer Courses From Two-Year Partners
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| An introductory course in Construction Technology | 3 |
| Two courses (minimum) in construction equipment, materials, tools, techniques | 6 |
| An introductory class in CADD | 3 |
| An introductory course in construction safety | 3 |
| An introductory course in blueprint reading | 3 |
| An introductory course in welding or metal fabrication | 3 |
| Total hours | 21 |
Program Requirements Available at CSC
| Number | Course Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ACTG 241 | Accounting Principles I | 3 |
| BA 337 | Business Law | 3 |
| DTE 335 | Construction Management | 3 |
| DTE 345e | Control Electronics | 3 |
| DTE 345k | Residential & Commercial Wiring | 3 |
| DTE 360b | Residential & Commercial Planning | 3 |
| DTE 360c | Architectural Design | 3 |
| DTE 390 | Internship | 3 |
| DTE 432 | Quality Assurance/Quality Control | 3 |
| DTE 433 | Occupational Safety | 3 |
| DTE 435 | Construction Estimation & Planning | 3 |
| MGMT 230 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| Total hours | 57 | |
The Degree of Bachelor of Science with a Subject Major in Construction Management
A student must complete the following program in addition to the General Studies requirements and a major or minor in another area. Design and Technology Education students are encouraged to complete a minor in business or agribusiness. Transfer students must complete at least one-half of the major at Chadron State College
| Number | Course Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ACTG 241 | Accounting Principles I | 3 |
| BA 337 | Business Law | 3 |
| DTE 232a | Metal Manufacturing Processes & Sys | 2 |
| DTE 235abc | Construction Processes & Systems | 3 |
| DTE 335 | Construction Management | 3 |
| DTE 345e | Control Electronics | 3 |
| DTE 345k | Residential & Commercial Wiring | 3 |
| DTE 360b DTE 360c |
Residential & Commercial Plan or Architectural Design |
3 |
| DTE 390 | Internship | 1 |
| DTE 432 | Quality Assurance/Quality Control | 3 |
| DTE 433 | Occupational Safety | 3 |
| DTE 435 | Construction Estimation & Planning | 3 |
| MGMT 230 | Principles of Management | 3 |
| Total hours | 36 | |
The Degree of Bachelor of Science In Education with a Field Endorsement in Design & Technology Education (7-12)
A student must complete the General Studies requirements, Professional Education requirements, and the following program:
| Number | Course Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ART 229 | Introduction to Graphic Design | 3 |
| CTE 434 | Principles & Philosophy of CTE | 3 |
| CTE 438 CTE 431 |
Intro to Special Needs Programs in CTE or Coordination in Occupational Training |
3 |
| DTE 230 | Electrical & Electronic Systems | 3 |
| DTE 232abc | Metal Manufacturing Processes & Systems | 4 |
| DTE 235abc | Construction Processes & Systems | 3 |
| DTE 239 | Energy, Power & Tran: Proc & Sys | 3 |
| DTE 337 | CADD (3-D) | 3 |
| DTE 339 | Hydraulics & Pneumatics | 3 |
| DTE 341 | Plant & Lab Design & Management | 3 |
| DTE 345e DTE 345k |
Control Electronics or Residential & Commercial Wiring |
3 |
| DTE 360b | Residential & Commercial Planning | 3 |
| DTE 360c | Architectural Design | 3 |
| DTE 432 | Quality Assurance/Quality Control | 3 |
| DTE 433 | Occupational Safety | 3 |
| DTE 439 | Energy Generation & Sustainability | 3 |
| Electives | 2 | |
| Total hours | 51 | |
The Degree of Bachelor of Science In Education with a Field Endorsement in Design & Technology Education (7-12) 2+2
Partnership with Regional Two-year Institutions: In partnership with area community colleges and technical institutes, an alternative for the completion of the Bachelor of Science in Education is available to students. Two-year institutions partnering in this degree will have formal agreements with CSC, the Department of Applied Sciences, and the Design and Technology Education program. Students participating in this major must complete the General Studies and Professional Education requirements established by CSC. For a listing of present partners contact the Department of Applied Sciences
Minimum Required Course Work at the Two-Year Partners
| Course | Hours |
|---|---|
| Two courses in Graphic & Technological Communication: May include Graphic Design, Web Design, Computer Aided Drafting (CAD), Computer Aided Drafting & Design (CADD), Printing, Photography |
6 |
| Two courses in Energy, Power & Transportation: May include Automotive Technology, Diesel Technology, Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning (HVAC), Electricity, Electronics |
6 |
| Two courses in Construction: May include Construction Technology, Framing, Masonry, Construction Estimating, Construction Management, Cabinet Making |
6 |
| Two courses in Manufacturing: May include Machine Shop, Welding Technology, Robotics, Foundry, Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM), Computer Numerical Control (CNC), Programmable Logic Control (PLCs) |
6 |
| Total hours | 24 |
Program Requirements Available at CSC
| Number | Course Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| CTE 431 CTE 438 |
Intro to Special Needs Programs in CTE or Coord in Occupational Training Program |
3 |
| CTE 434 | Principles & Philosophy of CTE | 3 |
| DTE 337 | CADD (3-D) | 3 |
| DTE 341 | Plant & Lab Design | 3 |
| DTE 339 DTE 345e |
Hydraulics & Pneumatics or Control Electronics |
3 |
| DTE 432 | Quality Assurance/Quality Control | 3 |
| DTE 433 | Occupational Safety | 3 |
| DTE 435 | Construction Estimation & Planning | 3 |
| DTE 439 | Energy Generation & Sustainability | 3 |
| Total hours | 51 | |
The Degree of Bachelor of Science in Education with a Field Endorsement in Trade & Industrial Education (9-12)
A student must complete the General Studies and Professional Studies requirements, in addition to the following program:
| Number | Course Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ART 229 | Introduction to Graphic Design | 3 |
| CTE 434 | Principles & Philosophy of CTE | 3 |
| DTE 230 | Electrical & Electronic Systems | 3 |
| DTE 232abc | Metal Manufacturing Processes & Sys | 4 |
| DTE 235abc | Construction Processes & Systems | 3 |
| DTE 239 | Energy, Power & Tran: Proc & Sys | 3 |
| DTE 337 | CADD (3-D) | 3 |
| DTE 339 | Hydraulics & Pneumatics | 3 |
| DTE 341 | Plant & Lab Design & Management | 3 |
| DTE 432 | Quality Assurance/Quality Control | 3 |
| DTE 433 | Occupational Safety | 3 |
| CTE 431 CTE 438 |
Intro to Special Needs Programs in CTE or Coordination in Occupational Training |
3 |
| DTE | Electives in an area of specialization | 14 |
| Total hours | 51 | |
| One year (2,000 hours) paid employment in area of specialization required for teaching certification. | ||
The Degree of Bachelor of Science in Education with a Middle Grades Content Area of Specialization in Design & Technology Education (4-9)
A student must complete the General Studies requirements, Professional Education Middle Grades requirements, one other Content Area of Specialization in the Middle Grades requirement, in addition to the program listed below:
| Number | Course Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| DTE 230 | Electrical & Electronic Systems | 3 |
| DTE 232abc | Metal Manufacturing Processes & Sys | 4 |
| DTE 235abc | Construction Processes & Systems | 3 |
| DTE 239 | Energy, Power & Tran: Proc & Sys | 3 |
| DTE 341 | Plant & Lab Design & Management | 3 |
| DTE 433 | Occupational Safety | 3 |
| Total hours | 19 | |
Minor in Computer Aided Drafting & Design
A student must complete the program listed below in addition to the General Studies requirements & a major in another discipline.
| Number | Course Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| ART 229 | Introduction to Graphic Design | 3 |
| DTE 337 | CADD (3-D) | 3 |
| DTE 360b | Residential & Commercial Planning | 3 |
| DTE 360c | Architectural Design | 3 |
| DTE 360h | Civil Drafting | 3 |
| DTE 360l | Landscape Design | 3 |
| DTE 390 | Internship | 3 |
| Total hours | 21 | |
Minor in Rural Energy
A student must complete the program listed below in addition to the General Studies requirements & a major in another discipline.
| Number | Course Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| GEOS 137 | Environmental Geology | 3 |
| DTE 239 | Energy, Power & Trans: Proc & Sys | 3 |
| DTE 345e | Control Electronics | 3 |
| DTE 345k | Residential & Commercial Wiring | 3 |
| DTE 390 AGRI 390 |
Internship or Internship |
3 |
| DTE 439 | Energy Generation & Sustainability | 3 |
| IST 431 | Computer Networks | 3 |
| Total hours | 21 | |