follow-up study 2004-2010
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INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY
GRADUATE FOLLOW-UP STUDY
2004-2009
Department of Technology
Elizabeth City State University
Elizabeth City, North Carolina
January 2010
THE INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY PROGRAM
Mission Statement - Department
The Department of Technology is an academic unit within the School of Mathematics, Science
and Technology, offering baccalaureate degree programs in Engineering Technology, Industrial
Technology and Aviation Science. The mission of the Department of Technology is to provide a quality
education that prepares a diverse student body for rewarding professional career opportunities or
graduate study in various fields including, engineering technology, industrial technology, aviation science
and technical management. The Department is committed to promoting excellence in teaching, research,
services, and scholarly activities.
Mission Statement -Industrial Technology Program
The Industrial Technology program prepares individuals as Industrial Technologists for
professional responsibilities in the technical and management phase of industry, business, or
government. The program offers specializations and minors in “Computer and Electronics Technology,”
“Computer Networking Technology,” and Mechanical and Manufacturing Technology”. The curriculum
has been designed to provide comprehensive understanding of important content technology areas along
with hands-on experiences. Study in the area of Industrial Technology provides students with
opportunities for advancement in managerial and supervisory positions of industry, business and
government.
Administration
The Department of Technology is one of five departments in the School of Math, Science and Technology. Excellence begins here in the School of Mathematics, Science and Technology, home to the following successful career promising departments:
Biology Chemistry, Geology and Physics Mathematics and Computer Science Pharmacy and Health Professions Technology
We offer the following undergraduate B.S. degree programs: Aviation Science, Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Geology, Mathematics, Marine Environmental Science, Industrial Technology, Pharmaceutical Science and Physics.
We also offer graduate programs leading to the M.S. degree in Applied Mathematics and the M.S. in Biology.
Faculty
The Industrial Technology program has five full time faculty members, one adjunct professor, and one lab technician. Four of the faculty members are tenured. Four of the faculty members hold doctorate degrees in areas relating to Industrial Technology.
Students
Students enrolled in the Industrial Technology Program represent a diverse population. The Majority of
the students attended high school in northeastern North Carolina. Majority of the students are African-
American. The students are recruited and accepted base on the University guidelines and admission
standards. Currently there are 36 students enrolled in the Industrial Technology program.
Program Graduates
Graduates of the Industrial Technology program are employed in diverse careers in industry, business,
government and education. Even during difficult times, they were able to find employment in the areas
listed below according to the Follow-Up Study 2004-2010.
1. Computer Scientist
2. Assistant Manager
3. Teacher
4. Help Desk Coordinator
5. Teller
6. Graduate Student
7. Chemical Operator
8. Tier and Lube Technician
9. Energy & Rehab Housing Auditor/ Urgent Repair Coordinator
10. Military
11. Cashier Associate
12. Biotechnology Consultant
13. Apprentice Pipefitter
14. IT Client Services Project Assistant
15. Enterprise Systems Administrator
16. Maintenance Technician
17. Equipment Technician
Facilities and Equipment
The Industrial Technology program is housed in Dixon-Patterson Hall, a 35,000 square foot building
constructed in 1976.The laboratories and classrooms are adequate for training and preparation of
technologist.
Funding through the federal, state, and private agencies has made it possible for the department to
acquire up to date equipment and software for the Industrial Technology program.
Accreditation
The university is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. The Industrial
Technology Program is accredited by The Association of Technology, Management and Applied
Engineering (ATMAE), formerly The National Association of Industrial Technology (NAIT). It was the first
program on campus to receive full accreditation in1983.
EVALUATION METHOD AND INSTRUMENT
The Department of Technology has gathered information via SurveyMonkey website about its Industrial Technology program graduates. The intent was to gain information so that the department could alter or adjust curricula that would produce competent technologist. A copy of the survey along with a letter to the graduates as it appears on the SurveyMonkey is listed below. Survey gave us the feedback we needed to make informed decisions about our program.
PART I: Follow-up survey of graduates of Industrial Technology Program
Dear Industrial Technology Graduate: The Department of Technology at Elizabeth City State University is interested in systematically listening to its graduates. Therefore, I would appreciate you taking the time to complete the enclosed follow-up study and major program outcomes/student competencies assessment in the Industrial Technology Program. Your thoughtful and honest responses to this evaluation inventory are very important. Your individual information is strictly confidential. Compilation of information summaries for this survey is needed for the accreditation self-study required by the Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering (ATMAE, formerly NAIT). Also, your responses will give the departmental leadership better insight about various aspects of the Industrial Technology Program that were important to you as well as how satisfied you were with those aspects. If you have email addresses for your former classmates, please assist us by forwarding their name and email addresses (including current addresses and cell phone numbers if available) to us so we could contact them and to include their input into this survey. If you have any question please feel free to contact the Department of Technology via: Ms. Lubertha James ([email protected]) or Dr. Mehran Elahi ([email protected], 252-335-3440). Please return this survey promptly and thank you for your participation. Sincerely, Mehran Elahi, Ph.D., Chair, Associate Prof. Department of Technology Elizabeth City State University 122-A Dixon-Patterson Hall 1704 Weeksville Road Elizabeth City, NC 27909 Tel: (252) 335-3440 Fax: (252) 335-3760 [email protected]
1. Tell us about yourself
Name:
Company:
Address:
Address 2:
City/Town:
State:
ZIP/Postal Code:
Country:
Email Address:
Phone Number:
2. Tell us about your supervisor and employer
Name:
Company:
Address:
Address 2:
City/Town:
State:
ZIP/Postal Code:
Country:
Email Address:
Phone Number:
3. When did you graduate?
May/Dec 2004
May/Dec 2005
May/Dec 2006
May/Dec 2007
May/Dec 2008
May/Dec 2009
4. What was your area of specialization?
Computer/Electronics
Mechanical/Manufacturing
Computer Networking
5. What is your present employment status?
Full-time
Part-time
Full-time,but seeking other employment
Not employed, but actively seeking employment
Not employed, and not presently seeking employment
Part-time, but actively seeking full-time employment
6. When did you first begin working in your present position?
Prior to enrolling in the Industrial Technology Program
While enrolled in the Industrial Technology Program
Less than three months after graduation
Three to six months after graduation
More than six months after graduation
Not employed, does not apply
7. What is your present position?
8. Please provide a brief description of your present job-related responsibilities.
9. Have you received a promotion since obtaining your degree?
Yes
No
10. If your answer to the preceding question was "Yes", to what do you attribute the promotion?
Prior training and experiences
Current training and acquisition of skills/knowledge
Other
11. What is your approximate annual salary?
Below $20,000
$20,000-$29,999
$30,000-$39,999
$40,000-$49,999
$50,000-$59,999
$60,000-$69,999
$70,000-$79,999
Above $80,000
12. How many times have you changed jobs since graduating from ECSU?
Never
Once
Twice
More than twice
13. At what level, as a whole, do you think the professors in the Industrial Technology Program exhibited technical competence, professionalism and well-informed in the subject areas in which they taught?
Excellent=5
Above average=4
Average=3
Below Average=2
Poor=1
14. How would you rate your experience in acquiring the scientific knowledge and technical skills, while enrolled in the Industrial Technology Program at ECSU, in enhancing your chances of being more fully employed in the field for which you were being educated?
Excellent=5
Above Average=4
Average=3
Below Average=2
Poor=1
15. If your answer to Question 14 was "Below Average" or "Poor", please provide a brief explanation below.
16. How would you rate the Industrial Technology Program in providing adequate management and communication skills to its students?
Excellent=5
Above Average=4
Average=3
Below Average=2
Poor=1
17. If your answer to Question 16 was "Below Average" or "Poor", please provide a brief explanation below.
18. How would you rate the quality of your laboratory experiences in the Department of Technology?
Excellent=5
Above Average=4
Average=3
Below Average=2
Poor=1
19. In your opinion, were the labs and computer exercises/applications you were exposed to in the Department of Technology a reflection of current trends in business and industry?
Excellent=5
Above average=4
Average=3
Below Average=2
Poor=1
20. If your answer to Question 19 was "Below Average" or "Poor", please provide a brief explanation below.
21. How would you rate the advisement and counseling provided by the Department of Technology faculty?
Excellent=5
Above average=4
Average=3
Below Average=2
Poor=1
22. If your answer to Question 21 was "Below Average" or "Poor", please provide a brief explanation below.
23. How would you rate the ECSU Placement Office in providing appropriate services to assist you in finding a job?
Excellent=5
Above average=4
Average=3
Below Average=2
Poor=1
24. In what manner, if any, are you pursuing your education?
Enrolled in full-time program leading to a graduate degree
Enrolled in part-time program leading to a graduate degree
Taking seminars or on-the-job training
Not enrolled in formal training
Other
25. If you answered "OTHER" to the previous quetion please specify.
26. We would like the opportunity to send your employer an evaluation form that addresses your performance as related to your professional preparation at ECSU? To note your approval of this process, please sign in the space provided below. Thank you for your assistance.
Alumnus Signature:
Supervisor's Name:
PART II: Follow-up survey of graduates of Industrial Technology Program
Based on your experience please check the answer that best describes what you believe you have
attained from the stated program outcomes and student competencies in your coursework and in lab
activities related to your major and specialization.
1. Mathematics and Scientific Knowledge and Skills (For all Specializations) Students will have introductory knowledge of Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Psychology, and will apply theories and principles to solve practical technology problems. The graduates will be able to:
poor fair good very good excellent
___Understand and apply
modern physics and
calculations with emphasis on
statics, dynamics, energy,
hydraulic, electromagnetism,
pressure, temperature and
heat.
poor fair good very good excellent
___ Understand chemistry
concepts, including,
measurements, atomic
structure and bonding and
chemical properties of gases
and liquids.
poor fair good very good excellent
____Apply appropriate
mathematical procedure and
scientific information to analyze
technical and management
problems.
poor fair good very good excellent
___ Apply statistics in quality
assurance and data collection. poor fair good very good excellent
___ Understand and apply
basic concept of human
behavior such as motivation,
emotions, personality and
social processes.
poor fair good very good excellent
2. General Technical Knowledge and Skills (For all Specializations) Students will have the knowledge of current industry practices, safety, and basic skills, which will facilitate advancement of the individual in the Technology professions. The graduates will be able to:
poor fair good very good excellent
___ Apply knowledge of computer-aided
drafting and solid modeling. poor fair good very good excellent
___ Understand and apply electrical and
electronics concepts, including ohm’s and
kirchhoff’s laws, parallel and series
circuits, phase measurement and to
construct and test the simple electronics
circuits.
poor fair good very good excellent
___ Understand fundamentals of Analog
Electronics with industrial applications. poor fair good very good excellent
___ Demonstrate knowledge of how to
select materials based upon product
design, material properties and
manufacturing processes.
poor fair good very good excellent
___ Understand and apply principles of
electrical motors and power systems poor fair good very good excellent
___ Understand and apply principles of
programmable logic controllers. poor fair good very good excellent
___ Describe the function and
applications of robotics, sensors, vision
systems and control in a manufacturing
operation.
poor fair good very good excellent
___ Design and develop technical
projects and test it with appropriate
equipment and instruments. poor fair good very good
excellent
___ Analyze and interpret results of an
experimental study. poor fair good very good excellent
___ Understand safety and recognize the
environmental and workplace conditions
that may be dangerous. poor fair good very good
excellent
3. Management Knowledge and Skills (For all Specializations) Students will have the knowledge of contemporary business practices and will able to demonstrate the principles of management in the public and private sectors. The graduates will be able to:
poor fair good very good excellent
___ Apply operation
management knowledge to
calculate break-even points
and select best most
economical vendor.
poor fair good very good excellent
___ Understand and apply
principles of economy. poor fair good very good excellent
___ Understand and apply
quality control and quality
management poor fair good very good excellent
___ Understand and apply
basic principles of accounting
with emphasis on cost
accounting.
poor fair good very good excellent
___ Develop fundamental
knowledge of cost estimating,
eg., forecasting, plant budgets,
finance and etc.
poor fair good very good excellent
4. Communication Skills (For all Specializations) Students will demonstrate effective written and oral communication, and presentation skills. The graduates will be able to:
poor fair good very good excellent
___ Communicate in technical terms,
utilizing appropriate vocabulary and
language of industry, present solutions
to problems in an orderly and logical
way.
poor fair good very good excellent
___ Write professional business
letters, memos and reports. poor fair good very good excellent
___ Make effective formal
presentations using visual aids. poor fair good very good excellent
___ Develop effective electronic
communications using email software. poor fair good very good excellent
___ Demonstrate effective speech
communication skills, ie., persuasion,
logic and discussion. poor fair good very good excellent
___ Communicate and function in a
multi-disciplinary team and build
collaborative work skills. poor fair good very good excellent
5. Computer Application Knowledge and Skills (For all Specializations) Students will apply computer application to technical and management problems. The graduates will be able to:
poor fair good very good excellent
___ Demonstrate basic computer skills,
including word processing, using
spreadsheets for calculation, data
plotting and create an electronic
presentation.
poor fair good very good excellent
___ Utilize computer software for testing,
analyzing, simulating and problem-
solving tasks. poor fair good very good excellent
___ Write simple computer programs in
high level language such as C++. poor fair good very good excellent
___ Use a computer to access and
retrieve information. poor fair good very good excellent
6. Technical Specialties Knowledge, Techniques and Skills (COMPUTER and ELECTRONICS specialization ONLY) Student will apply advanced technical skills in contemporary industrial practices related to his or her specialization. The graduates will be able to:
poor fair good very good excellent
___ Build, test and maintain micro-
computer hardware systems and
peripherals, install software, and
perform diagnostic and
troubleshooting.
poor fair good very good excellent
___ Apply and analyze digital circuits
with real life applications. poor fair good very good excellent
___ Demonstrate the ability to use
and program trainer modules to
implement microprocessor-based
poor fair good very good excellent
application.
___ Demonstrate fundamental
knowledge of assembly language
programming. poor fair good very good excellent
___ Apply the basic networking
concepts. poor fair good very good excellent
___ Use modern tools and
equipment for computer and
electronics practices. poor fair good very good excellent
7. Technical Specialties Knowledge, Techniques and Skills (MECHANICAL and MANUFACTURING specialization ONLY) Student will apply advanced technical skills in contemporary industrial practices related to his or her specialization. The graduates will be able to:
poor fair good very good excellent
___ Identify the components of fluid power
hydraulic and pneumatic systems and to
apply the principles to practical and applied
problems.
poor fair good very good excellent
___ Identify machine elements and apply
computer-aided design to design
mechanical opponents. poor fair good very good excellent
___ Demonstrate the ability to apply laws
of thermodynamics and principles of heat
transfer to thermal and HVAC systems. poor fair good very good excellent
___Apply strength of materials concepts to
perform test and experiments, and to
utilize contemporary material testing
equipment.
poor fair good very good excellent
___ Understand word address (G and M
code) programming and be able to operate
CNC machines. poor fair good very good excellent
___ Use modern tools and equipment for
mechanical and manufacturing practices poor fair good very good excellent
8. Technical Specialties Knowledge, Techniques and Skills (COMPUTER NETWORKING specialization ONLY) Student will apply advanced technical skills in contemporary industrial practices related to his or her specialization. The graduates will be able to:
Poor fair good very good excellent
___ Demonstrate fundamental knowledge
of computer hardware and software. poor fair good very good excellent
___ Demonstrate the ability to install,
configure, troubleshoot and upgrade
hardware and software components. poor fair good very good excellent
___ Demonstrate fundamental knowledge
of operating systems such as Windows
and UNIX. poor fair good very good excellent
___ Demonstrate the ability to build a
network system using routers and
switches.
poor
fair good very good excellent
___ Demonstrate the ability to administer
network systems including security and
data recovery Issues. poor fair good very good excellent
___ Use modern tools and equipment for
computer networking practices.
poor fair good very good excellent
9. If you have any additional comments about the strengths and/or weaknesses of the Industrial Technology Program, please record them in the space provided below. THANK YOU FOR COMPLETING THIS SURVEY.
List of Respondents
Name Email Address Phone Number
Jason Spruill [email protected] (252)339-2608
Morris Beasley [email protected] (252)339-2560
Christopher Hill [email protected] (252)339-7410
George Riddick [email protected] (252)312-9382
Jasper T. Sawyer [email protected] (252)335-3903
Thomas Jones [email protected] (252)340-9986
Aqueelah Patterson [email protected] (919)830-6013
Derek Mitchell [email protected] Chelsey Daniels [email protected] Candra Jordan [email protected] (252)465-8498
Thomyka Holloman [email protected] (252)355-0189
James Powell [email protected] (252)813-6336
Antonio Riddick [email protected] (252)267-6893
Marcus Moton [email protected] (336)932-1586
Tramaine Lewis Blount [email protected] (252)793-5327
Phillip D. Riddick Jr. [email protected] (704)284-3531
LaKeisha Moore [email protected] (252)26403527
Jamal Rashaad Willis [email protected] (336)674-4266
Juan Spence [email protected] (252)335-2375
Aliza Williams [email protected] (571)312-5134
Employment of Graduates
Name Company/University
1 Jason Spruill Tandem Inc
2 Morris Beasley General Electric Intelligent Platform
3 Christopher Hill Intel Corporation
4 George Riddick ECSU
5 Jasper T. Sawyer ECSU
6 Thomas Jones Northrop Grumman
7 Aqueelah Patterson PharmaSys, Inc.
8 Derek Mitchell Previously employed by Dollar General
9 Chelsey Daniels North Carolina A&T, Graduate School
10 Candra Jordan Previously employed by Northrop Grumman
11 Thomyka Holloman Wet Cutz
12 James Powell Choanoke Area Development Association
13 Antonio Riddick Wal-Mart
14 Marcus Moton Ecoflo Inc
15 Tramaine Lewis Blount North Carolina State University, Graduate School
16 Phillip D. Riddick Jr. Wachovia
17 LaKeisha Moore Wyle Information Systems
18 Jamal Rashaad Willis Southern Guilford Middle School
19 Juan Spence Food Lion
20 Aliza Williams US Department of Defense
2. Tell us about your supervisor and employer
Name Supervisor and Employee
Aliza Williams
Name: - Dennis Ruth
Company: - Department of Defense
Address: - 5441 Leesburg Pike
City/Town: - Falls Church
State: - VA
ZIP/Postal Code: - 22411
Country: - US
Email Address: - [email protected]
Juan Spence
Name: - Jack Mills
Company: - food lion
City/Town: - suffolk
State: - VA
ZIP/Postal Code: - 27934
Country: - USA
Email Address: - [email protected]
Phone Number: - 7579346484
Jamal Rashaad Willis
Name: - Kevin Wheat
Company: - Southern Guilford Middle
Address: - 5747 Drake Rd.
City/Town: - Greensboro
State: - NC
ZIP/Postal Code: - 27406
Country: - USA
Phone Number: - 336-674-4266
LaKeisha Moore
Name: - Randy White
Company: - USCG
Address: - Weeksville Rd.
City/Town: - Elizabeth City
State: - NC
ZIP/Postal Code: - 27909
Country: - US
Email Address: - [email protected]
Phone Number: - (252)335-6793
Phillip D. Riddick Jr.
Name: - Angie Manley
Company: - Wachovia
Address: - 1064 George Washington Hwy N.
City/Town: - Chesapeake
State: - VA
ZIP/Postal Code: - 23323
Country: - USA
Email Address: - [email protected]
Phone Number: - 757-485-8600
Tramaine Lewis Blount Graduate School
Marcus Moton
Name: - Ronnell Williams
Company: - ECOFLO INC
Address: - 2750 Patterson St.
City/Town: - Greensboro
State: - NC
ZIP/Postal Code: - 27407
Country: - US
Phone Number: - (336) 855-7925
Antonio S. Riddick
Name: - Benjamin Rude
Company: - Wal-Mart
Address: - 101 Tanglewood pkwy
City/Town: - Elizabeth City
State: - NC
ZIP/Postal Code: - 27909
Country: - United States
Email Address: - [email protected]
Phone Number: - 252-267-6893
James Powell
Name: - Matt Duncan
Company: - Choanoke Area Development Association
Address: - 852 Hickory hollow Rd
City/Town: - Gaston
State: - NC
ZIP/Postal Code: - 27832
Country: - USA
Email Address: - [email protected]
Phone Number: - 2525789380
Thomyka Holloman
Name: - Wes Hill
Company: - Edgecombe Community College
Address: - 2009 W. Wilson St.
City/Town: - Tarboro
State: - NC
ZIP/Postal Code: - 27886
Country: - USA
Email Address: - [email protected]
Phone Number: - (252) 823-5166
Candra Jordan Formerly Employed by Shipyard and Private Contactor -Unemployed
Chelsey Daniels Graduate School
Derek Mitchell Unemployed
Aqueelah Patterson
Name: - Charles Lankford, CEO
Company: - PharmaSys, Inc.
Address: - 216 Towne Village Drive
City/Town: - Cary
State: - NC
ZIP/Postal Code: - 27513
Country: - USA
Email Address: - [email protected]
Phone Number: - 919.468.2547
Thomas Jones
Name: - Wayne Lucas
Company: - Northrop Grumman
Address: - 4101 Washington Ave
City/Town: - Newport News
State: - VA
ZIP/Postal Code: - 23607
Country: - USA
Jasper T. Sawyer
Name: -ECSU Address: 1704 Weeksville Road City/Town:-Elizabeth City State:-NC ZIP/Postal Code:27909 Country:-USA Email Address:- [email protected] Phone Number: (252)335-3439
George Riddick
Name: -ECSU Address: 1704 Weeksville Road City/Town:-Elizabeth City State:-NC ZIP/Postal Code:27909 Country:-USA Email Address:- [email protected] Phone Number: (252)335-8746
Christopher Hill
Name: - Intel Corporation
Address: - 6505 W Chandler Blvd
City/Town: - Chandler
State: - AZ
ZIP/Postal Code: - 85226
Country: - USA
Email Address: - [email protected]
Phone Number: - 252-339-7410
Morris Beasley
Name: - General Electric
City/Town: - Charlottesville
State: - VA
ZIP/Postal Code: - 22902
Country: - USA
Jason Spruill
Name: - Tandem INC
City/Town: - Elizabeth City
State: - NC
ZIP/Postal Code: - 27909
Country: - USA Phone Number: - 252-339-2608
3. When did you graduate?
Out of graduates of Industrial Technology program who responded to the survey, 30% of them graduated
in May/December 2006. There was no graduate of May/December of 2005 who participated in this survey
as shown in the chart below.
4. What was your area of specialization?
Out of graduates of Industrial Technology program who responded to the survey, 40% of them majored in
Computer/Electronics, 35% majored in Computer Networking, and 25% in Mechanical Manufacturing as
shown in the following chart.
5. What is your present employment status?
Most of the respondents to the department’s survey were successfully employed with a relatively high
rate of 65% as full time employment, 20% full time employment, and only 15% not employed as it is
graphically demonstrated in the following chart.
6. When did you first begin working in your present position?
For most of the respondents to the survey, i.e. 60%, it took more than six months after graduation to
begin working in their current position, while for about 35% of the respondents; this period was less than
six months. Please see the following chart for more details.
7. What is your present position?
Name Position Brief Description of Your Present Job-related
Responsibilities
Aliza Williams Computer Scientist Information Assurance Analysis.
Juan Spence Assistant Manager
Covering all the departments in the store. Controlling labor and managing a staff of people. Holding store meetings and training people in a RAD program set up by the company.
Jamal Rashaad Willis Teacher Career Technical Education Teacher- CTE
LaKeisha Moore Help Desk Coordinator Providing customer support. Resetting passwords, assisting employees with account setup, and monitoring the server room.
Phillip D. Riddick Jr. Teller
A bank teller accepts deposits, cashes checks, makes withdrawals, issues negotiable instruments (cashier's checks, money orders and traveler's checks) sells and redeems savings bonds and balances the ATM. In addition to these duties we are expected to meet monthly sales goals.
Tramaine Lewis Blount Graduate Student Workings towards a Masters Degree in Electrical
Engineering.
Marcus Moton Chemical Operator Fuel blending through batch process, QC, bulk consolidation
Antonio Riddick Tire and Lube Express Technician
My position includes changing oil, batteries and tires. I also rotate and balance tires as well as perform flat tire repairs. I assist customers in customer service by helping them with their car problems and answering any questions and concerns they may have.
James Powell Energy & Rehab Housing Auditor/ Urgent Repair Coordinator
I coordinate and inspect rehab projects for low income families.
Thomyka Holloman Adjunct Instructor Teach CIS 110, Introduction to Computers.
Chelsey Daniels Graduate Student/Assistant Pursuing Master’s degree in Industrial Technology
Aqueelah Patterson Biotechnology Consultant
I specialize in validation @ for a number of Pharmaceutical Manufacturers in the development,
execution, and summarization of validation protocols including Installation Qualifications (IQ), Operational
Qualifications (OQ), Performance Qualifications (PQ), Process Validations (PV) of equipment and
New Product Development in Process Engineering. I have a background in terminally sterilized (TS) filling, aseptic (AS) filling, Periodic Performance
Qualifications (PPQ), Media Fills, Cleaning, Mixing and Fill Uniformity Validations, Solid Dose
Manufacturing and Laboratory Remediation. Comprehensive knowledge of current Good
Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and current Good Laboratory Practices (cGLP).
Thomas Jones Apprentice Pipefitter Installing and welding piping installation on board aircraft carriers and submarines
Jasper T. Sawyer IT Client Services Project Assistant
Assist in various projects across campus, also assist with the help desk.
George Riddick Part Time Researcher at ECSU
Computer Lab Maintenance, Server setup, New equipment setup and installation, UAV research.
Christopher Hill Enterprise Systems Administrator
Develops, manages, tests and provides support to multiple enterprise wide systems and servers; designs, recommends, installs and supports enterprise-wide computing systems, and related infrastructure, e.g., Active Directory, BIND, CIFS, NFS; performs system interaction design and develops policies, procedures and standards related to the development and maintenance of systems; implements security for server protection and client access; identifies, recommends and implements appropriate design tools and methodologies; analyzes server requirements from functional specifications; develops, maintains and implements application documentation standards; consults on server application design; coordinates changes to server applications, including upgrades, patches and fixes; trains staff to perform technical, support or configuration functions on servers, and provides staff cross-training to support and maintain systems; assists, trains, and advises users; performs related duties as assigned.
Morris Beasley Maintenance Technician Troubleshoot, test, and repair industrial kitchen equipment.
Jason Spruill Equipment Tech Maintain POS computer equipment, repair restaurant equipment, maintain and repair HVAC systems
9. Have you received a promotion since obtaining your degree?
Twenty-percent of the respondents to the survey as shown by the following chart have received
promotion since they had been employed in their current position.
10. If your answer to the preceding question was "Yes", to what do you attribute the promotion?
Among the respondents who had been promoted in their current position, 20% have related their
promotion to the prior training and experiences.
Note: The graph above reflects total % above 100 due to multiple answers allowed for the question.
11. What is your approximate annual salary?
Seventy-five percent (75%) of the respondents have reported an annual salary below $40K, and 25% of
them receive an annual salary in the range of $40K and $60K. For more detailed salary description,
please refer to the following chart.
12. How many times have you changed jobs since graduating from ECSU?
Sixty-percent percent (60%) of respondents had changed their job only once or less as it is shown by the
graph below.
13. At what level, as a whole, do you think the professors in the Industrial Technology Program
exhibited technical competence, professionalism and well-informed in the subject areas in which
they taught?
Faculty members in the Industrial Technology programs have received a very positive response from the
majority of the respondents regarding their technical competencies, professionalism, and being well-
informed in the courses that they had taught. Eighty-five percent (85%) of the respondents have rated
their former instructors above average and excellent, while only 5% of the respondents have rated them
below average.
14. How would you rate your experience in acquiring the scientific knowledge and technical skills,
while enrolled in the Industrial Technology Program at ECSU, in enhancing your chances of being
more fully employed in the field for which you were being educated?
Seventy percent (70%) of the respondents have a positive experience in acquiring knowledge and skill in
the IT program at ECSU. As shown in the graph, 20% and 50% of the respondents rated their experience
excellent and above average respectively.
15. If your answer to Question 14 was "Below Average" or "Poor", please provide a brief
explanation below.
The following is a comment left on the survey:
“I believe that the Industrial Technology Program can help enhance the overall effectiveness of their
program by increasing the projects, research grants, and technology devices that are current and
innovative within the Technology field.”
16. How would you rate the Industrial Technology Program in providing adequate management
and communication skills to its students?
Eighty percent (80%) of the respondents rated excellent and above average for the IT program in regard
with providing adequate management and communication skills to them, while studying at ECSU.
17. If your answer to Question 16 was "Below Average" or "Poor", please provide a brief
explanation below.
One or more professors seemed to have no interest in advancing some students.
N/A
18. How would you rate the quality of your laboratory experiences in the Department of
Technology?
Sixty-five percent (65%) of the respondents rated excellent and above average for their laboratory
experiences in the Department of Technology.
19. In your opinion, were the labs and computer exercises/applications you were exposed to in the
Department of Technology a reflection of current trends in business and industry?
Eighty-five percent (85%) of the respondents indicated that the IT labs and computer exercises/
applications reflect the current trends in business and industry.
20. If your answer to Question 19 was "Below Average" or "Poor", please provide a brief
explanation below.
1. Most of the equipment was out of date or broken.
2. Lab Equipment could've used some updating and supplies were limited, if not non-existent
3.
I have not used any Electromechanical Motors in my profession nor do I plan on it. I understand
the course relevance however the training lab should be substituted or re-innovated within
keeping in line with Technology standards and practices.
The use of a Networking Research Lab would be the way to go. A lab that would allow students
to systematically develop, troubleshoot, and administer networking projects on-campus and
remotely via a stand-alone Technology Server connection, utilizing virtual environments.
21. How would you rate the advisement and counseling provided by the Department of
Technology faculty?
Majority of the respondent graduates, i.e. 80% of them, rated the advisement and counseling provided by
the Department of Technology faculty as “above average” and “excellent” as it is shown by the following
chart.
22. If your answer to Question 21 was "Below Average" or "Poor", please provide a brief
explanation below.
1. I did a lot on my own. I had to take the Senior Project class twice because of a situation that
was out of my control.
2.
I believe the key to excellent advisement is to interview the student and become familiar with
the student's career objectives and academic goals and then place the student with an advisor
that is in line with the overall competencies and focus of that student.
23. How would you rate the ECSU Placement Office in providing appropriate services to assist you
in finding a job?
Twenty percent (20%) of the respondents rated ECSU Placement Office in providing appropriate services
to assist you in finding a job as “above average” and “excellent”, while 55% of the respondents gave an
“average” rating.
24. In what manner, if any, are you pursuing your education?
Fifty percent (50%) of the respondents are not enrolled in any training programs as shown by the
following chart.
25. If you answered "OTHER" to the previous quetion please specify.
1.
Currently doing self study to achieve certifications in CCNA and CISSP. I am planning to enroll
in a graduate program and pursue a Master's Degree in Information Assurance at East Carolina
University after getting the above named certifications.
2. I have already received my Masters degree.
3. In the process of applying to MS Technology Systems specializing in Computer Networking
Management program at East Carolina University
4. enrolling in programs to further studies to attain certifications for a particular duty
5. N/A
26. We would like the opportunity to send your employer an evaluation form that addresses your
performance as related to your professional preparation at ECSU? To note your approval of this
process, please sign in the space provided below. Thank you for your assistance.
PART II: Outcome
1. Mathematics and Scientific Knowledge and Skills (For all Specializations) Students will
have introductory knowledge of Physics, Chemistry, Mathematics and Psychology, and
will apply theories and principles to solve practical technology problems. The graduates
will be able to:
poor fair good very good
excellent Rating
Average Response
Count
___Understand and apply modern physics and calculations with emphasis on statics,
dynamics, energy, hydraulic,
electromagnetism, pressure, temperature
and heat.
0.0% (0) 20.0%
(4) 25.0%
(5) 45.0% (9) 10.0% (2) 3.45 20
___ Understand chemistry concepts,
including, measurements, atomic structure and bonding
and chemical properties of gases and liquids.
5.0% (1) 5.0% (1) 50.0% (10)
30.0% (6) 10.0% (2) 3.35 20
____Apply appropriate mathematical procedure
and scientific information to analyze
technical and management problems.
0.0% (0) 0.0% (0) 30.0%
(6) 60.0% (12)
10.0% (2) 3.80 20
___ Apply statistics in quality assurance and
data collection. 0.0% (0)
10.0% (2)
25.0% (5)
45.0% (9) 20.0% (4) 3.75 20
___ Understand and apply basic concept of human behavior such
as motivation, emotions, personality and social
processes.
0.0% (0) 0.0% (0) 36.8%
(7) 36.8% (7) 26.3% (5) 3.89 19
As it is shown in the following charts, 85% of the respondents graduates understand and apply modern
physics and calculations with emphasis on statics, dynamics, energy, hydraulic, electromagnetism,
pressure, temperature and heat (with average rating of 3.45 out of 5). Ninety percent (90%) of the
respondents understand chemistry concepts, including, measurements, atomic structure and bonding and
chemical properties of gases and liquids (with average rating of 3.35 out of 5). All (100%) of the
respondents can satisfactorily apply appropriate mathematical procedure and scientific information to
analyze technical and management problems (with average rating of 3.8 out of 5). Ninety percent (90%)
of the respondent graduates can apply statistics in quality assurance and data collection (with average
rating of 3.75 out of 5). All (100%) of the respondent graduates understand and apply basic concept of
human behavior such as motivation, emotions, personality and social processes (with average rating of
3.9 out of 5).
2. General Technical Knowledge and Skills (For all Specializations) Students will have the
knowledge of current industry practices, safety, and basic skills, which will facilitate
advancement of the individual in the Technology professions. The graduates will be able
to:
poor fair good very good excellent Rating
Average Response
Count
___ Apply knowledge of computer-aided drafting
and solid modeling. 5.0% (1) 10.0% (2) 25.0% (5) 45.0% (9)
15.0% (3)
3.55 20
___ Understand and apply electrical and
electronics concepts, including ohm’s and
kirchhoff’s laws, parallel and series circuits,
phase measurement and to construct and
test the simple electronics circuits.
5.0% (1) 0.0% (0) 30.0% (6) 45.0% (9) 20.0%
(4) 3.75 20
___ Understand fundamentals of Analog
Electronics with industrial applications.
0.0% (0) 0.0% (0) 40.0% (8) 50.0% (10)
10.0% (2)
3.70 20
___ Demonstrate knowledge of how to
select materials based upon product design,
material properties and manufacturing
processes.
0.0% (0) 10.0% (2) 35.0% (7) 40.0% (8) 15.0%
(3) 3.60 20
___ Understand and apply principles of
electrical motors and power systems
10.0% (2)
5.0% (1) 40.0% (8) 25.0% (5) 20.0%
(4) 3.40 20
___ Understand and apply principles of
programmable logic controllers.
5.0% (1) 10.0% (2) 20.0% (4) 40.0% (8) 25.0%
(5) 3.70 20
___ Describe the function and
applications of robotics, sensors, vision systems
and control in a manufacturing
0.0% (0) 10.5% (2) 31.6% (6) 26.3% (5) 31.6%
(6) 3.79 19
operation.
___ Design and develop technical
projects and test it with appropriate equipment
and instruments.
5.3% (1) 10.5% (2) 31.6% (6) 26.3% (5) 26.3%
(5) 3.58 19
___ Analyze and interpret results of an
experimental study. 5.0% (1) 5.0% (1) 35.0% (7) 20.0% (4)
35.0% (7)
3.75 20
___ Understand safety and recognize the environmental and
workplace conditions that may be dangerous.
0.0% (0) 10.0% (2) 20.0% (4) 30.0% (6) 40.0%
(8) 4.00 20
As it is shown in the following charts, 85% of the respondent graduates can apply knowledge of
computer-aided drafting and solid modeling (with average rating of 3.55 out of 5). Ninety-five percent
(95%) of the respondent graduates understand and apply electrical and electronics concepts, including
ohm’s and Kirchhoff’s laws, parallel and series circuits, phase measurement and to construct and test the
simple electronics circuits (with average rating of 3.75 out of 5). One-hundred percent of the respondent
graduates understand fundamentals of analog electronics with industrial applications (with average rating
of 3.7 out of 5). Ninety percent (90%) of the respondent graduates can demonstrate knowledge of how to
select materials based upon product design, material properties and manufacturing processes (with
average rating of 3.6 out of 5). Eighty-five percent (85%) of the respondent graduates understand and
apply principles of electrical motors and power systems (with average rating of 3.4 out of 5). Eighty-five
percent (85%) of the respondent graduates understand and apply principles of programmable logic
controllers (with average rating of 3.7 out of 5). Ninety percent (90%) of the respondent graduates can
describe the function and applications of robotics, sensors, vision systems and control in a manufacturing
operation (with average rating of 3.79 out of 5). Ninety-four percent (94%) of the respondent graduates
can technical projects and test it with appropriate equipment and instruments (with average rating of 3.58
out of 5). Eighty-five percent (85%) of the respondent graduates analyze and interpret results of an
experimental study (with average rating of 3.75 out of 5). Ninety percent (90%) of the respondent
graduates understand safety and recognize the environmental and workplace conditions that may be
dangerous (with average rating of 4 out of 5).
3. Management Knowledge and Skills (For all Specializations) Students will have the knowledge of
contemporary business practices and will able to demonstrate the principles of management in
the public and private sectors. The graduates will be able to:
poor fair good very good
excellent
Rating Averag
e
Response
Count
___ Apply operation management knowledge
to calculate break even points and select best
most economical vendor.
5.0% (1) 10.0% (2) 50.0% (10) 25.0%
(5) 10.0%
(2) 3.25 20
___ Understand and apply principles of
economy. 0.0% (0) 5.0% (1) 50.0% (10)
35.0% (7)
10.0% (2)
3.50 20
___ Understand and apply quality control and
quality management 5.3% (1) 15.8% (3) 31.6% (6)
26.3% (5)
21.1% (4)
3.42 19
___ Understand and apply basic principles of
accounting with emphasis on cost
accounting.
5.0% (1) 5.0% (1) 40.0% (8) 30.0%
(6) 20.0%
(4) 3.55 20
___ Develop fundamental knowledge of cost estimating, eg.,
forecasting, plant budgets, finance and etc.
0.0% (0) 5.0% (1) 40.0% (8) 40.0%
(8) 15.0%
(3) 3.65 20
As it is shown in the following charts, 85% of the respondent graduates can apply operation management
knowledge to calculate break-even points and select best most economical vendor (with average rating of
3.25 out of 5). Ninety-five percent (95%) of the respondent graduates understand and apply principles of
economy (with average rating of 3.5 out of 5). Seventy-nine percent (79%) of the respondent graduates
understand and apply quality control and quality management (with average rating of 3.42 out of 5).
Ninety percent (90%) of the respondent graduates understand and apply basic principles of accounting
with emphasis on cost accounting (with average rating of 3.55 out of 5). Ninety-five percent (95%) of the
respondent graduates develop fundamental knowledge of cost estimating, e.g., forecasting, plant
budgets, finance and etc (with average rating of 3.65 out of 5).
4. Communication Skills (For all Specializations) Students will demonstrate effective written and
oral communication, and presentation skills. The graduates will be able to:
poor fair good very good
excellent Rating
Average Response
Count
___ Communicate in technical terms, utilizing appropriate vocabulary
and language of industry, present solutions to
problems in an orderly and logical way.
0.0% (0) 0.0% (0) 30.0%
(6) 45.0% (9)
25.0% (5)
3.95 20
___ Write professional business letters, memos
and reports. 0.0% (0) 5.0% (1)
35.0% (7)
35.0% (7) 25.0%
(5) 3.80 20
___ Make effective formal presentations using visual
aids. 0.0% (0) 0.0% (0)
25.0% (5)
45.0% (9) 30.0%
(6) 4.05 20
___ Develop effective electronic
communications using email software.
0.0% (0) 0.0% (0) 25.0%
(5) 25.0% (5)
50.0% (10)
4.25 20
___ Demonstrate effective speech
communication skills, i.e., persuasion, logic and
discussion.
0.0% (0) 0.0% (0) 25.0%
(5) 45.0% (9)
30.0% (6)
4.05 20
___ Communicate and function in a multi-
disciplinary team and build collaborative work
skills.
0.0% (0) 0.0% (0) 25.0%
(5) 45.0% (9)
30.0% (6)
4.05
As it is shown in the following charts, one-hundred percent of the respondent graduates can communicate
in technical terms, utilizing appropriate vocabulary and language of industry, present solutions to
problems in an orderly and logical way (with average rating of 3.95 out of 5). Ninety-five percent (95%) of
the respondent graduates write professional business letters, memos and reports (with average rating of
3.8 out of 5). One-hundred percent of the respondent graduates make effective formal presentations
using visual aids (with average rating of 4.05 out of 5). One-hundred percent of the respondent graduates
develop effective electronic communications using email software (with average rating of 4.25 out of 5).
One-hundred percent of the respondent graduates demonstrate effective speech communication skills,
i.e., persuasion, logic and discussion (with average rating of 4.05 out of 5). One-hundred percent of the
respondent graduates communicate and function in a multi-disciplinary team and build collaborative work
5. Computer Application Knowledge and Skills (For all Specializations) Students will apply
computer application to technical and management problems. The graduates will be able to:
poor fair good very good
excellent Rating
Average Response
Count
___ Demonstrate basic computer skills, including
word processing, using spreadsheets for
calculation, data plotting and create an electronic
presentation.
0.0% (0) 0.0% (0) 15.0% (3) 30.0%
(6) 55.0% (11) 4.40 20
___ Utilize computer software for testing,
analyzing, simulating and problem-solving
tasks.
0.0% (0) 0.0% (0) 30.0% (6) 20.0%
(4) 50.0% (10) 4.20 20
___ Write simple computer programs in
high level language such as C++.
10.0% (2)
15.0% (3)
50.0% (10)
10.0% (2)
15.0% (3) 3.05 20
___ Use a computer to access and retrieve
information. 5.0% (1) 0.0% (0) 10.0% (2)
25.0% (5)
60.0% (12) 4.35 20
As it is shown in the following charts, one-hundred percent of the respondent graduates can demonstrate
basic computer skills, including word processing, using spreadsheets for calculation, data plotting and
create an electronic presentation (with average rating of 4.4 out of 5). One-hundred percent of the
respondent graduates can utilize computer software for testing, analyzing, simulating and problem-solving
tasks (with average rating of 4.2 out of 5). Eighty-five percent (85%) of the respondent graduates can
write simple computer programs in high level language such as C++ (with average rating of 3.05 out of 5).
Ninety-five percent (95%) of the respondent graduates can use a computer to access and retrieve
information (with average rating of 4.35 out of 5).
6. Technical Specialties Knowledge, Techniques and Skills (COMPUTER and ELECTRONICS
specialization ONLY) Student will apply advanced technical skills in contemporary industrial
practices related to his or her specialization. The graduates will be able to:
poor fair good very good
excellent Rating
Average Response
Count
___ Build, test and maintain micro-computer
hardware systems and peripherals, install
software, and perform diagnostic and
troubleshooting.
0.0% (0) 14.3%
(2) 28.6%
(4) 35.7% (5)
21.4% (3)
3.64 14
___ Apply and analyze digital circuits with real life
applications. 0.0% (0)
21.4% (3)
35.7% (5)
28.6% (4) 14.3%
(2) 3.36 14
___ Demonstrate the ability to use and program
trainer modules to implement
microprocessor-based application.
0.0% (0) 21.4%
(3) 28.6%
(4) 35.7% (5)
14.3% (2)
3.43 14
___ Demonstrate fundamental knowledge of
assembly language programming.
0.0% (0) 28.6%
(4) 50.0%
(7) 21.4% (3) 0.0% (0) 2.93 14
___ Apply the basic networking concepts.
0.0% (0) 14.3%
(2) 28.6%
(4) 42.9% (6)
14.3% (2)
3.57 14
___ Use modern tools and equipment for computer
and electronics practices. 0.0% (0)
14.3% (2)
21.4% (3)
50.0% (7) 14.3%
(2) 3.64 14
As it is shown in the following charts, eighty-six percent (86%) of the respondent graduates can build, test
and maintain micro-computer hardware systems and peripherals, install software, and perform diagnostic
and troubleshooting (with average rating of 3.64 out of 5). Seventy-nine percent (79%) of the respondent
graduates can apply and analyze digital circuits with real life applications (with average rating of 3.36 out
of 5). Seventy-nine percent (79%) of the respondent graduates can demonstrate the ability to use and
program trainer modules to implement microprocessor-based application (with average rating of 3.43 out
of 5). Seventy-one percent (71%) of the respondent graduates can demonstrate fundamental knowledge
of assembly language programming (with average rating of 2.93 out of 5). Eighty-six percent (86%) of the
respondent graduates can apply the basic networking concepts (with average rating of 3.57 out of 5).
Eighty-six percent (86%) of the respondent graduates can use modern tools and equipment for computer
and electronics practices (with average rating of 3.64 out of 5).
7. Technical Specialties Knowledge, Techniques and Skills (MECHANICAL and MANUFACTURING
specialization ONLY) Student will apply advanced technical skills in contemporary industrial
practices related to his or her specialization. The graduates will be able to:
poor fair good very good
excellent Rating
Average Response
Count
___ Identify the components of fluid power hydraulic and
pneumatic systems and to apply the principles to
practical and applied problems.
14.3% (2)
0.0% (0)
35.7% (5)
42.9% (6)
7.1% (1) 3.29 14
___ Identify machine elements and apply
computer-aided design to design mechanical
opponents.
0.0% (0) 14.3%
(2) 28.6%
(4) 35.7%
(5) 21.4% (3) 3.64 14
___ Demonstrate the ability to apply laws of thermodynamics and
principles of heat transfer to thermal and HVAC
systems.
7.1% (1) 21.4%
(3) 21.4%
(3) 28.6%
(4) 21.4% (3) 3.36 14
___Apply strength of materials concepts to
perform test and experiments, and to utilize contemporary
material testing equipment.
0.0% (0) 23.1%
(3) 7.7% (1)
30.8% (4)
38.5% (5) 3.85 13
___ Understand word address (G and M code)
programming and be able to operate CNC
machines.
21.4% (3)
7.1% (1)
35.7% (5)
21.4% (3)
14.3% (2) 3.00 14
___ Use modern tools and equipment for
mechanical and manufacturing practices
0.0% (0) 21.4%
(3) 21.4%
(3) 42.9%
(6) 14.3% (2) 3.50
As it is demonstrated in the following charts, eighty-six percent (86%) of the respondent graduates can
identify the components of fluid power hydraulic and pneumatic systems and to apply the principles to
practical and applied problems (with average rating of 3.29 out of 5). Eighty-six percent (86%) of the
respondent graduates can identify machine elements and apply computer-aided design to design
mechanical opponents (with average rating of 3.64 out of 5). Seventy-one percent (71%) of the
respondent graduates can demonstrate the ability to apply laws of thermodynamics and principles of heat
transfer to thermal and HVAC systems (with average rating of 3.36 out of 5). Seventy-seven (77%) of the
respondent graduates can apply strength of materials concepts to perform test and experiments, and to
utilize contemporary material testing equipment (with average rating of 3.8 out of 5). Seventy-one percent
(71%) of the respondent graduates understand word address (G and M code) programming and be able
to operate CNC machines (with average rating of 3 out of 5). Seventy-nine percent (79%) of the
respondent graduates can use modern tools and equipment for mechanical and manufacturing practices
(with average rating of 3.5 out of 5).
8. Technical Specialties Knowledge, Techniques and Skills (COMPUTER NETWORKING
specialization ONLY) Student will apply advanced technical skills in contemporary industrial
practices related to his or her specialization. The graduates will be able to:
poor fair good very good
excellent Rating Average
Response Count
___ Demonstrate fundamental knowledge of computer hardware and software.
0.0% (0)
0.0% (0)
20.0% (3)
46.7% (7)
33.3% (5)
4.13 15
___ Demonstrate the ability to install, configure, troubleshoot and upgrade hardware and software components.
0.0% (0)
0.0% (0)
26.7% (4)
26.7% (4)
46.7% (7)
4.20 15
___ Demonstrate fundamental knowledge of operating systems such as Windows and UNIX.
0.0% (0)
6.7% (1)
33.3% (5)
40.0% (6)
20.0% (3)
3.73 15
___ Demonstrate the ability to build a network system using routers and switches.
0.0% (0)
13.3% (2)
33.3% (5)
40.0% (6)
13.3% (2)
3.53 15
___ Demonstrate the ability to administer network systems including security and data recovery Issues.
0.0% (0)
13.3% (2)
26.7% (4)
40.0% (6)
20.0% (3)
3.67 15
___ Use modern tools and equipment for computer networking practices.
0.0% (0)
13.3% (2)
20.0% (3)
33.3% (5)
33.3% (5)
3.87 15
As it is shown in the following charts, one-hundred percent of the respondent graduates can demonstrate
fundamental knowledge of computer hardware and software (with average rating of 4.13 out of 5). One-
hundred percent of the respondent graduates can demonstrate the ability to install, configure,
troubleshoot and upgrade hardware and software components (with average rating of 4.2 out of 5).
Ninety-three percent (93%) of the respondent graduates can demonstrate fundamental knowledge of
operating systems such as Windows and UNIX (with average rating of 3.73 out of 5). Eighty-seven
percent (87%) of the respondent graduates can demonstrate the ability to build a network system using
routers and switches (with average rating of 3.53 out of 5). Eighty-seven percent (87%) of the respondent
graduates can demonstrate the ability to administer network systems including security and data recovery
issues (with average rating of 3.67 out of 5). Eighty-seven percent (87%) of the respondent graduates can
use modern tools and equipment for computer networking practices (with average rating of 3.87 out of 5).
9. If you have any additional comments about the strengths and/or weaknesses of the Industrial
Technology Program, please record them in the space provided below. THANK YOU FOR
COMPLETING THIS SURVEY.
1.
I could not adequately rate the basic level electronics and psychology courses because I took
those at a different university. The professor's knowledge of the subject matter during lectures
was excellent. However, I wish that more time had been alloted for laboratory work, especially
in Networking part I. I also wish that the laboratories were open for self study and
experimentations.
2. I wish the IT department at ECSU the best.
3. Technology department does not make use or offer training in any of the industrial equipment
that is available to students.
4. The skill set that I have obtained as a result of my education at Elizabeth City State allowed me
to begin a successful career with GE Fanuc Intelligent Platforms.