The Technology Education program is for individuals who desire to teach a broad range of courses in technology, engineering and STEM related fields. This program is ideal for those who like to solve problems, work with their hands, and want to work with school-aged students. CWU offers the only Technology Education degree in the state and our graduates are in high demand.
Teaching Endorsement
This major partially satisfies the criteria for a teaching endorsement in Technology Education with a CTE certificate qualifying students to teach a wide variety of subjects in industrial and engineering related fields such as woods, metals, CAD, and robotics and many more at the high school, middle, or junior high levels. Students who successfully complete the Technology Education and Secondary Education Program (an alternative to the Professional Education Program) are eligible to apply for Washington State teacher certification. In addition to completing graduation requirements, teacher certification candidates must meet all Washington State teacher certification requirements. See an education advisor as soon as possible to develop a course of study.
Program Requirements
The following general education courses are also required in the Technology Education program:
CHEM 111, MATH 153, PHYS 111
Graduation Requirements
Plan GPA of 2.5. No grade lower than a C- in any course applied to the major.
Program Learner Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this program, students will be able to:
- demonstrate effective oral and written communication skills.
- demonstrate effective planning, preparation, and delivery of technology education lessons that follow best practices and create an awareness of industry standards
- acquire knowledge of the components of the design world, with competence in at least one area
- learn, practice, and demonstrate safety principles as used currently in industry and public schools
- demonstrate familiarity with the concepts, theoretical perspectives, and historic trends in vocational education and Career and Technology Education
- be committed to ongoing personal and professional development via participation in student leadership and professional memberships