Course Form (revised 8-2009)
I. Summary of Proposed Changes
Dept / Program
Applied Computing and Electronics/
Electronics Technology and Energy
Technology
Course Title
Internship
Prefix and Course #
EET 298
NRG 298
Short Title (max. 26 characters incl. spaces)
Internship
Summarize the change(s) proposed
Add a course and change a course
II. Endorsement/Approvals
Complete the form and obtain signatures before submitting to Faculty Senate Office
Please type / print name Signature
Requestor:
Tom Gallagher
Phone/ email :
243-7814 /
thomas.gallagher@umontana.edu
Program Chair/Director: Tom Gallagher
Other affected programs
Nicky Phear (Climate Change
Studies)
Dean:
Barry Good
Date
III: To Add a New Course Syllabus and assessment information is required (paste syllabus into
section V or attach). Course should have internal coherence and clear focus.
YES
NO
Common Course Numbering Review: Does an equivalent course exist elsewhere
in the MUS? Do the proposed abbreviation, number, title and credits align with
existing course(s)? Please indicate equivalent course/campus 
http://msudw.msu.montana.edu:9030/wfez/owa/musxfer.p_CCN_MAIN
X
Common course numbering for internships exists in all curricular areas.
Exact entry to appear in the next catalog (Specify course abbreviation, level, number, title, credits,
repeatability (if applicable), frequency of offering, prerequisites, and a brief description.) 
U EET 298 Internship 2 cr. Offered every term. Extended classroom experience providing practical
application of classroom learning through on the job training in a student’s field of study. This experience
increases student skills, prepares them for initial employment, and increases occupational awareness and
professionalism. Prior approval must be obtained from the faculty supervisor.
Justification: How does the course fit with the existing curriculum? Why is it needed?
Internships create a valuable bridge for students from the academic setting to the workplace environment.
They provide an important connection to industry for students engaged in applied certificate and degree
program.
We request the addition of the course EET 298 Internship for the Electronics Technology program. We are
requesting this addition as we do not expect common course numbering to take place for our Electronics
Technology program due to the unique nature of this program.
Are there curricular adjustments to accommodate teaching this course?
No
Complete for UG courses. (UG courses should be assigned a 400 number).
Describe graduate increment (Reference guidelines: http://www.umt.edu/facultysenate/Grad/UG.htm)
Fees may be requested only for courses meeting specific conditions determined by the
Board of Regents. Please indicate whether this course will be considered for a fee.
If YES, what is the proposed amount of the fee?
Justification:
YES
NO
X
IV. To Delete or Change an Existing Course – check X all that apply
Deletion
Title
Course Number
x From:
NRG
Level U, UG, G
From:
Change
290
To:
NRG
To:
298
Description Change
x
Repeatability
Change in Credits
From:
Cross Listing
(primary program
To:
initiates form)
Prerequisites
Is there a fee associated with the
course?
1. Current course information at it appears in catalog
2. Full and exact entry (as proposed) 
(http://www.umt.edu/catalog) 
U 290 Internship 2 cr. Offered spring. Consent of
U NRG 298 Internship 2 cr. Offered every
instructor required. Same as CCS 290. Students complete
term. Same as CCS 298. Extended classroom
a field experience at an energy-related site or in an energy- experience providing practical application of
related industry. A series of career development seminars classroom learning through on the job training
and activities related to the field experience are completed in a student’s field of study. This experience
in parallel.
increases student skills, prepares them for
initial employment, and increases
occupational awareness and professionalism.
Prior approval must be obtained from the
faculty supervisor.
3. If cross-listed course: secondary program & course
Climate Change Studies (CCS) 298
number
4. Is this a course with MUS Common Course Numbering? If yes, then will this change eliminate the
Yes
course’s common course status? Please explain below.
We are requesting this change as we do not expect common course numbering to take place for our Energy
Technology program due to the unique nature of this program.
5. Graduate increment if level of course is changed to UG.
Reference guidelines at:
http://www.umt.edu/facultysenate/Grad/UG.htm
(syllabus required in section V)
Have you reviewed the graduate increment
guidelines? Please check (X) space
provided.
6. Other programs affected by the change
7. Justification for proposed change
None
We seek to re-title & renumber to renumber
NRG 290 Internship to NRG 298 Internship
for alignment with the common course
numbering initiative taking place in the state.
V. Syllabus/Assessment Information
Required for new courses and course change from U to UG. Paste syllabus in field below or attach and send
digital copy with form.
The University Of Montana - Missoula
College Of Technology
Department of Applied Computing and Electronics
Course Syllabus
EET 298, NRG 298 Internship
Credits: 2
Faculty Contact
Tom Gallagher thomas.gallagher@umontana.edu
Office Hours: TBA
Phone: 406.243.7814
Office Location: AD14-01
Prerequisites

Minimum of “C” in all program courses

Recommendation of the Program Director from your field of study.
Class Meetings
This class is slated to meet Friday from 3:10-4:00 in room HB06 September 4 through October 16. There
will be weeks we do not meet. These will be announced in class.
Course Description
On-the-job training in positions requiring advanced computer competencies. This experience increases
students’ skills, prepares them for initial employment, and increases occupational awareness and
professionalism. Students work a minimum of six hours each week at an approved site and attend
scheduled one-hour seminars.
Course Objectives
Upon completion of this course, the student will:

Complete 90 hours of service in a professional working environment.

Demonstrate technical skills and professionalism while completing service in an occupationallyrelated setting.

Prepare for initial employment.

Complete a professional application packet, portfolio, and presentation.
Evaluation
Assessment Area
Professional Employment Preparation Seminar
Attendance
10%
30%
Portfolio, Resume Packet, and Final Presentation
60%
Field Supervisor Assessment
Grading
Distribution
90 – 100 = A
80 – 89 = B
70 – 79 = C
60 – 69 = D
0 – 59 = F
Professional Employment Preparation Seminars Attendance
All students are required to attend designated professional employment seminars. Seminar schedule will
be available at a later date.
Field Experience Requirements
Students are responsible for completing the following:

Secure an internship position

Complete and submit “Learning Agreement” paperwork prior to initiating field work. Completed
paperwork must include approval signatures from the Site Supervisor and Program Director. No
hours toward the field experience will be recorded until this is done.

Complete and submit the “Learning Agreement Goals for Computer Technology Internship” with
all approval signatures within the first two weeks of employment.

Complete and submit weekly field experience time cards (green sheets) to Internship Director.
Incomplete card will not be accepted.

Submit completed “Midterm Evaluation” at 45 hours.

Complete 90 hours of supervised work at the “Learning Agreement” site.
Site Supervisor will collaborate with the faculty Internship Director in providing a midterm evaluation and
a final evaluation. A copy will be forwarded to the student. Students are responsible for finding their
own internship sites, Faculty Members are available to assist.
Portfolio, Resume Packet, and Final Presentation
Students are required to complete a resume packet, portfolio, and a final presentation describing the
internship experience.
Policies for Dropping and Adding Courses or Changing Sections, Grading or Credit Status:
University Policy for dropping courses or requesting grading/credit status changes can be found in the
catalog or on the web http://www2.umt.edu/catalog/acpolpro.htm#adding. All students should be
familiar with the policy.
Accommodations for Disabilities:
Eligible students with disabilities will receive appropriate accommodations in this course when requested
in a timely manner. Please be prepared to provide the instructor with a letter from the DSS Coordinator
and a description of the requested accommodation after class or by appointment with the instructor.
Academic Conduct
Academic honesty is expected of all students. Academic misconduct is subject to an academic penalty by
the course instructor and/or a disciplinary sanction by the University. All students need to be familiar
with the Student Conduct Code. The Code is available for review online at:
http://www.umt.edu/SA/VPSA/index.cfm/page/1321
Course Management Software
A Blackboard Course Shell http://courseware.umt.edu will be utilized to supplement material for the
course.
Some Final Notes

Previous work experience cannot be accepted toward internship course.

Ideally, the required number of hours should be spread over the entire semester so that the
student is able to experience the depth of a variety of tasks, circumstances, and solutions that
likely will not occur in a condensed time-frame.

The grade Incomplete “I” will be assigned until all internship requirements have been met.
Students have one year to complete internship requirements before the "I" grade option reverts
to an "F" grade.

All Internship positions must have prior approval from Program Director to assure qualification.
VI Department Summary (Required if several forms are submitted) In a separate document list course
number, title, and proposed change for all proposals.
VII Copies and Electronic Submission. After approval, submit original, one copy, summary of
proposals and electronic file to the Faculty Senate Office, UH 221, camie.foos@mso.umt.edu.