Applied Technology Management, BS

Location(s): Online

The Bachelor of Science in Applied Technology Management is a fully online program designed to equip graduates with essential skills in analysis, critical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making. Students will develop the ability to apply safe, effective, and ethical techniques in leadership, supervision, and management across diverse industries. The program emphasizes adaptability to emerging technologies and effective communication with both professional and non-professional audiences. Additionally, internship and research opportunities provide practical, real-world experience that enhances learning beyond the classroom.

Student Learning Outcomes

Demonstrate a strong understanding of key subject matter relevant to the field.
Use a variety of techniques and methods to efficiently plan and manage production, projects, and services.
Apply knowledge, skills, and modern tools to a wide range of technology management activities.
Utilize knowledge of mathematics, science, applied engineering, and technology to solve problems and apply principles and methodologies effectively.
Communicate clearly through written, oral, and visual means in both technical and non-technical settings, and effectively use appropriate technical literature.
Recognize and address professional and ethical responsibilities, demonstrating respect for diversity.
Understand the broader societal and global impacts of applied technology solutions.

Curriculum Requirements

Students must complete a minimum of 42 credits in advanced coursework per the PennWest graduation requirements policy.

General Education

At least two disciplines must be represented within each of the following areas: Arts and Humanities, Social Sciences, Natural Sciences and Tech. For example: Students cannot have all courses with a prefix of BIOL in Natural Sciences and Tech. You must take courses from at least two different discipline areas (ie. BIOL and CHEM).

Oral Communication - Any Course Credit Hours: 3
Written Communication - ENGL 1200 - College Composition Credit Hours: 3
Quantitative Reason - Any Course Credit Hours: 3
Technological Literacy - CMSC 1040 - Personal Productivity Software Credit Hours: 3
Arts and Humanities - Any Course Credit Hours: 3
Arts and Humanities - Any Course Credit Hours: 3
Arts and Humanities - Any Course Credit Hours: 3
Social Sciences - ECON 2100 - Principles of Microeconomics Credit Hours: 3
Social Sciences - Any Course Credit Hours: 3
Social Sciences - Any Course Credit Hours: 3
Natural Sciences and Tech - MATH 1230 - Trigonometry Credit Hours: 3
Natural Sciences and Tech - STAT 2020 - Elements of Statistics Credit Hours: 3
Natural Science and Tech - Any Course Credit Hours: 3
Student Elective or Wellness and Personal Health - Any Course Credit Hours: 3

Competencies

Quantitative Applications - Any Course Credit Hours: 3
Applied Methodologies - Any Course Credit Hours: 3
Intercultural Fluency - Any Course Credit Hours: 3
Ethical Reasoning - complete one course in the following:
BLAW 2000 - Legal and Ethical Environment of Business Credit Hours: 3
PHIL 2100 - Introduction to Ethics Credit Hours: 3
PHIL 3210 - Engineering Ethics Credit Hours: 3
Information Literacy - Any Course Credit Hours: 3
Writing Intensive - ITE 4200 - Production Analysis Credit Hours: 3
Writing Intensive- ITE 4810 - Concepts and Issues in Technology Management Credit Hours: 3
Keystone Experience - Any Course Credit Hours: 3

Required Courses

Admission to the Applied Technology Management program requires a journeyman’s certificate in a technical trade, military technical training/certifications, or an associate degree in technology from an accredited institution may satisfy the specialization area.

ITE 3050 - OSHA Industrial Safety Credit Hours: 3
ITE 3410 - Quality Control Credit Hours: 3
ITE 3420 - Quality Planning and Analysis Credit Hours: 3
ITE 3750 - Principles of Production Credit Hours: 3
ITE 3760 - Technical Supervision Credit Hours: 3
ITE 3850 - Industrial Cost Estimating Credit Hours: 3
ITE 4200 - Production Analysis Credit Hours: 3
ITE 4610 - Supply Chain Fundamentals Credit Hours: 3
ITE 4810 - Concepts and Issues in Technology Management Credit Hours: 3
MGMT 3000 - Principles of Management Credit Hours: 3
MGMT 3700 - Operations Management Credit Hours: 3
Choose 6 credits from the following list:
AERO 1200 - Intro to UAVs Credit Hours: 3
AERO 2200 - Private Pilot Ground Credit Hours: 3
AERO 2400 - Instrument Pilot Ground Credit Hours: 3
AERO 2600 - Commercial Pilot Ground Credit Hours: 3
AERO 2800 - Cert. Flight Instr. Ground Credit Hours: 3
AERO 3200 - Private Pilot Flight Credit Hours: 3
AERO 3400 - Instrument Pilot Flight Credit Hours: 2
AERO 3600 - Commercial Pilot Flight Credit Hours: 4
AERO 3800 - Cert. Flight Instr. Flight Credit Hours: 3
ATFT 3999 - Applied Technology Advanced Field Training Credit Hours: 1 TO 18
ITE 4950 - Internship Credit Hours: 1 TO 6
ITE 4990 - Research Project Credit Hours: 6

Elective Courses

Choose 3 credits from the following list:
BLAW 2000 - Legal and Ethical Environment of Business Credit Hours: 3
PHIL 2100 - Introduction to Ethics Credit Hours: 3
PHIL 3210 - Engineering Ethics Credit Hours: 3

Total Credits: 120

Depending on the program of study, students may need to complete additional credits to ensure the total credit hour requirement is met.