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General Information
Miami's regional campuses in Hamilton and Middletown are commuter campuses offering associate's degrees, certificate programs, courses to begin a bachelor's degree, a Bachelor of Science in Applied Science in engineering technology, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing, selected graduate courses (for part-time master's degree programs in business and education), and continuing education courses. Classes are offered during the day, evening, and Saturday to accommodate part-time and full-time students. Off-site courses are usually offered at Eaton High School, Eaton; Lakota West High School, West Chester; and the Warren County Career Center, Lebanon.

Hamilton and Middletown campuses offer student facilities and services. Each campus enrolls more than 2,600 students.

Miami University Hamilton occupies about 75 acres on the east bank of the Great Miami River between Neilan and Peck boulevards in Hamilton. Classes began in 1968.

Miami University Middletown opened in 1966 on 142 wooded acres between University and Breiel boulevards in Middletown.

To continue with a bachelor's degree program at the Oxford campus, you must complete at least 20 semester hours in good academic standing at a regional campus or have permission of the regional campus director of admission.

Registration

Registration takes place through the first week of classes each semester. Dates and times for new and continuing students may vary; consult the regional campus course schedules for specific information.
For More Information
    Office of Admission and Financial Aid
    Miami University Hamilton
    1601 Peck Blvd.
    Hamilton, OH 45011
    Phone:
    513-785-3111
    TTY/TDD accessible:
    513-785-3211
    www.ham.muohio.edu
    Office of Enrollment Services
    Miami University Middletown
    4200 E. University Blvd.
    Middletown, OH 45042
    Phone:
    513-727-3216
    800-662-2262
    TTY/TDD accessible:
    513-727-3308
    www.mid.muohio.edu
Fees and Expenses: Regional Campuses
Note: All fees and charges are subject to change.

Full-Time Study, One Semester, 1999-2000

Full-time study is 12 or more semester hours per term. For Oxford campus fees, see the Fees and Expenses chapter.


Undergraduate Students Graduate Students

Lower Division*

Upper Division*

Instructional fee $1,437.00 $1,893.00 $2,595.00
General fee 153.00 153.00 153.00
Network service fee 15.00 18.00 18.00
Total required fees** $1,605.00 $2,064.00 $2,766.00

* Lower Division: less than 68 Miami hours earned.
Upper Division: 68 or more Miami hours earned.

**Non-Ohio residents add $3,327.00 to this total for out-of-state tuition.

Part-Time Study, One Semester, 1999-2000

Part-time study is less than 12 semester hours per term. For Oxford campus fees, see the Fees and Expenses chapter.


Undergraduate Students Graduate Students

Lower Division* Upper Division*
Instructional fee, per semester hour $119.75 $157.75 $216.25
General fee, per semester hour 12.75 12.75 12.750
Total per semester hour** $128.00 $156.00 $204.00
Network service fee 15.00 18.00 18.00

* Lower Division: less than 68 Miami hours earned.
Upper Division: 68 or more Miami hours earned.

** Non-Ohio residents add $277.25 per semester hour for out-of-state tuition.

Interest Charges on Past Due Accounts

The Miami University Board of Trustees authorizes charging interest equal to the then current prime rate plus 3 percent on charges that are not paid within 90 days of the due date. Full collection costs may also be charged if it becomes necessary to send a past due account to a third party collection agent.

Financial Obligations

The Board of Trustees authorizes the Bursar to restrict any services, including release of all academic records of a student or former student (e.g., grades, diploma, and transcripts), until any past due amount owed to the university, including but not limited to fees, tuition, charges, fines, and loans due to the university, is paid in full. The Bursar may also refuse payment for a subsequent term until a student's past due account is paid in full. Past due means unpaid for 60 or more days after the due date, except that an account paid with a bad check is past due on the day the check is returned from the bank.

Refund of Charges

Questions about refunds should be directed to the Cashier's Office. The date when you withdraw or drop is the date that you formally withdraw or drop at the Office of the Registrar.

If you withdraw from the university or drop below full-time hours, your fees will be refunded as follows.*

Withdrawal Refund
Before 5 p.m. of the 5th day of the term 100 percent
Before 5 p.m. of the 8th day of the term 90 percent
Before 5 p.m. of the 20th day of the term 50 percent
Before 5 p.m. of the 30th day of the term 35 percent
Before 5 p.m. of the 40th day of the term 25 percent
After the 40th day of the term no refund
If you withdraw during a summer session, your fees will be refunded as follows.*

Withdrawal Refund
First 3 days of the term 100 percent

4th through 8th day of the term 50 percent

50 percent

9th through 15th day of the term 25 percent

25 percent
After the 15th day of the term no refund
If you withdraw during a summer session, your fees will be refunded as follows.*

Withdrawal Refund
First 3 days of term 100 percent
Fourth to 8th day of term 50 percent
Ninth to 15th day of term 25 percent
After the 15th day of term no refund

*Miami University complies with federally mandated practices concerning "pro-rata refund." This means that first semester federal financial aid recipients may be subject to a greater tuition refund if they withdraw from the university. Questions concerning this policy should be addressed to the Office of Student Financial Assistance or the Office of the Bursar.

Associate Degree Programs and Certificate Programs

Business Technology: Associate of Applied Business

For information contact the Department of Business Technology at 301 Mosler Hall (513-785-3132) on Hamilton campus or 227 Johnston Hall (513-727-3246) on Middletown campus.

Business technology includes programs in accounting technology, business management technology, and office management technology. The business management technology program also has options in computer-based management technology, marketing management technology, and real estate management technology. These programs are for those who want to enter business fields and those who want to improve their career opportunities. The Associate of Applied Business degree requires 66 semester hours.

Business technology also has certificate programs in accounting, business information software, general secretarial, general supervision, medical office management, records management, small business management, and small office management. Certificate programs require 30 semester hours and prepare you for entry-level positions.

Associate's degree programs emphasize the development of practical business skills. As a part of the programs, although not required, paying co-op positions are available to provide valuable work experience. Graduates without extensive work experience typically start in entry-level, management-support positions and advance to more responsible positions with experience, motivation, and ability.

If you plan to pursue a bachelor's degree in business after completing the associate's degree, consult with your business technology adviser to ensure compatibility between the two degrees.

Accounting Technology: Associate of Applied Business
(66 semester hours)

This program prepares students to work as accounting technicians in industries. Graduates are employed in accounting firms; manufacturing, service, and retail firms; hospitals, schools, and other nonprofit agencies. Positions range from support staff to supervisors of accounting areas. Emphasis is placed on computer applications as well as accounting practices and procedures.

Program Requirements

First Year

All of these:
BTE 101, 102 Introduction to Accounting I, II (3, 3)
BTE 109 Quantitative Business Methods (3)
BTE 111 Introduction to Management (3)
BTE 181 Computers and Business (3)
BTE 202 Payroll Records and Accounting (2)
BTE 203 Computerized Accounting (3)
ENG 111 College Composition (MPF I) (3)
MTH 101.3 Introduction to Elementary Algebra (3) or a higher-level math course (3)

Miami PlanFoundation II and III. Choose one group of two:
COM 135 Public Expression and Critical Inquiry (MPF II) (3) and
an MPF III course (3) or
COM 136 Introduction to Interpersonal Communication (MPF III) (3) and
an MPF II course (3)

Second Year

All of these:
BTE 103 Introduction to Finance (3)
BTE 105 Introduction to Marketing (3)
BTE 106 Introduction to Business and the Economy (3)
BTE 108 Introduction to Business Law (3)
BTE 121.N Numeric Keypad (1)
BTE 204 Cost Accounting (3) or BTE 207 Management Planning and Control (3)
BTE 205 Corporate Accounting (3)
BTE 282 Computer-Based Business Analysis (3)
ENG 215 Technical Writing (3)
MPF IV or V (SAN 151 or EGR 161 recommended) (3)
Technical electives (chosen from BTE 201, 206, and 204 or 207, whichever not used above) (6)

Business Management Technology: Associate of Applied Business
(66 semester hours)

This program is for those who want to move into management and those already in management who want to upgrade their skills. It is also designed for students who want a broad education in general business and management. Graduates without extensive work experience typically start as assistants to managers and advance to management positions based on experience, motivation, and ability.

This program offers options in computer-based management technology, marketing management technology, and real estate management technology.

Program Requirements

First Year

All of these:
BTE 101 Introduction to Accounting I (3)
BTE 102 Introduction to Accounting II (3) or BTE 203 Computerized Accounting (3)
BTE 105 Introduction to Marketing (3)
BTE 106 Introduction to Business and the Economy (3)
BTE 109 Quantitative Business Methods (3)
BTE 111 Introduction to Management (3)
BTE 181 Computers and Business (3)
ENG 111 College Composition (MPF I) (3)
MTH 101.3 Introduction to Elementary Algebra (3) or a higher-level math course (3)

Miami PlanFoundation II and III. Choose one group of two:
COM 135 Public Expression and Critical Inquiry (MPF II) (3) and
an MPF III course (3) or
COM 136 Introduction to Interpersonal Communication (MPF III) (3) and
an MPF II course (3)

Second Year

All of these:
BTE 103 Introduction to Finance (3)
BTE 108 Introduction to Business Law (3)
BTE 282 Computer-Based Business Analysis (3)
ENG 215 Technical Writing (3)
MPF IV or V (SAN 151 or EGR 161 recommended) (3)

Four of these:
BTE 112 Introduction to Human Resources Management (3)
BTE 207 Management Planning and Control (3)
BTE 227 Records/Information Management and Control (3)
BTE 241 Management of Business Operations (3)
BTE 242 Management of Small Business Operations (3)
BTE 243 Management-Worker Relations (3)

Two of these:
BTE 203 Computerized Accounting (if not used above) (3)
BTE 205 Corporate Accounting (3)
BTE 226 Word Processing (3)
BTE 248 Advanced Technical Information Applications (3)
BTE 283 Desktop Publishing (3)

Computer-Based Management Technology Option
(66 semester hours)

This option is designed to develop specific management-support skills so that graduates may qualify for entry-level or higher positions. Support positions require computer skills in word processing, desktop publishing, business graphics, spreadsheets, databases, and similar applications. Support personnel assist managers in gathering, analyzing, storing, retrieving, and communicating information necessary for efficient operation of the organization.

Program Requirements

First Year

All of these:
BTE 101 Introduction to Accounting I (3)
BTE 102 Introduction to Accounting II (3) or BTE 203 Computerized Accounting (3)
BTE 105 Introduction to Marketing (3)
BTE 106 Introduction to Business and the Economy (3)
BTE 109 Quantitative Business Methods (3)
BTE 111 Introduction to Management (3)
BTE 181 Computers and Business (3)
ENG 111 College Composition (MPF I) (3)
MTH 101.3 Introduction to Elementary Algebra (3) or a higher-level math course (3)

Miami PlanFoundation II and III. Choose one group of two:
COM 135 Public Expression and Critical Inquiry (MPF II) (3) and
an MPF III course (3) or
COM 136 Introduction to Interpersonal Communication (MPF III) (3) and
an MPF II course (3)

Second Year

All of these:
BTE 103 Introduction to Finance (3)
BTE 108 Introduction to Business Law (3)
BTE 227 Records/Information Management and Control (3)
BTE 282 Computer-Based Business Analysis (3)
ENG 215 Technical Writing (3)
MPF IV or V (SAN 151 or EGR 161 recommended) (3)

Three of these:
BTE 203 Computerized Accounting (if not used above) (3)
BTE 226 Word Processing (3)
BTE 248 Advanced Technical Information Applications (3)
BTE 283 Desktop Publishing (3)

Related electives:
BTE or other career-related courses; must be approved by BTE adviser (6)

Marketing Management Technology Option
(66 semester hours)

This option meets management assistance needs of business and other organizations in customer service, sales, advertising, and promotion. Typical jobs include customer service representative, salesperson, store manager, sales manager, merchandise manager, marketing support technician, advertising specialist, sales analyst, and sales promotion coordinator.


Program Requirements

First Year

All of these:
BTE 101 Introduction to Accounting I (3)
BTE 102 Introduction to Accounting II (3) or BTE 203 Computerized Accounting (3)
BTE 105 Introduction to Marketing (3)
BTE 106 Introduction to Business and the Economy (3)
BTE 109 Quantitative Business Methods (3)
BTE 111 Introduction to Management (3)
BTE 181 Computers and Business (3)
COM 135 Public Expression and Critical Inquiry (MPF II) (3)
ENG 111 College Composition (MPF I) (3)
MTH 101.3 Introduction to Elementary Algebra (3) or a higher-level math course (3)
PSY 111 Introduction to Psychology (MPFIII) (4)

Second Year

All of these:
BTE 103 Introduction to Finance (3)
BTE 108 Introduction to Business Law (3)
BTE 261 Customer Service and Sales (3)
BTE 262 Retail Management - An Introduction (3)
BTE 263 Advertising and Sales Promotion (3)
BTE 282 Computer-Based Business Analysis (3)
ENG 215 Technical Writing (3)
MPF IV or V (SAN 151 or EGR 161 recommended) (3)

Related electives:
BTE or career-related courses; must be approved by BTE adviser (8)

Real Estate Management Technology Option
(66 semester hours)

This option is designed primarily to provide the education necessary to take the state of Ohio licensing examinations for sales and broker's licenses. This option also prepares students for positions in real estate sales offices, property management offices, or in corporations with real estate or property management.


Program Requirements

First Year

All of these:
BTE 101 Introduction to Accounting I (3)
BTE 102 Introduction to Accounting II (3) or BTE 203 Computerized Accounting (3)
BTE 105 Introduction to Marketing (3)
BTE 106 Introduction to Business and the Economy (3)
BTE 109 Quantitative Business Methods (3)
BTE 111 Introduction to Management (3)
BTE 181 Computers and Business (3)
ENG 111 College Composition (MPF I) (3)
MTH 101.3 Introduction to Elementary Algebra (3) or a higher-level math course (3)

Miami PlanFoundation II and III. Choose one group of two:
COM 135 Public Expression and Critical Inquiry (MPF II) (3) and
an MPF III course (3) or
COM 136 Introduction to Interpersonal Communication (MPF III) (3) and
an MPF II course (3)

Second Year

All of these:
BTE 103 Introduction to Finance (3)
BTE 108 Introduction to Business Law (3)
BTE 112 Introduction to Human Resources Management (3)
BTE 231 Real Estate Principles and Practices (2)
BTE 233 Real Estate Law (2)
BTE 234 Real Estate Finance (2)
BTE 235 Real Estate Appraisal (2)
BTE 282 Computer-Based Business Analysis (3)
ENG 215 Technical Writing (3)
MPF IV or V (SAN 151 or EGR 161 recommended) (3)

Related electives:
Seven semester hours in BTE or career-related courses; must be approved by BTE adviser.

Office Management Technology: Associate of Applied Business
(66 semester hours)

This program prepares you for an administrative support position such as an administrative assistant, word processing specialist, medical office assistant, legal office assistant, and executive secretary. It is designed to upgrade skills to keep pace with changing office technology.

Program Requirements

First Year

All of these:
BTE 101 Introduction to Accounting I (3)
BTE 112 Introduction to Human Resources Management (3)
BTE 121 Keyboarding (3)
BTE 128 Office Management (3) or
BTE 111 Introduction to Management (3)
BTE 181 Computers in Business (3)
BTE 226 Word Processing (3)
COM 135 Public Expression and Critical Inquiry (MPFII) (3)
ENG 111 College Composition (MPF I) (3)
ENG 112 Composition and Literature (3)
MTH 101.3 Introduction to Elementary Algebra or a higher-level math course (3)
PSY 111 Introduction to Psychology (MPF III) (4)

Second Year

All of these:
BTE 203 Computerized Accounting (3)
BTE 225 Office Problems (3)
BTE 227 Records/Information Management and Control (3)
BTE 282 Computer-Based Business Analysis (3)
ENG 215 Technical Writing (3)
MPF IV or V (ZOO 121 recommended for Medical Office Management Track) (3-4)

Choose one of these tracks:
General Office Management Track
BTE 108 Introduction to Business Law (3)
Two of these:
BTE 105 Introduction to Marketing (3)
BTE 106 Introduction to Business and the Economy (3)
BTE 248 Advanced Technical Information Applications (3)
BTE 283 Desktop Publishing (3)
Medical Office Management Track
BTE 125 Medical Office Simulation (3)
BTE 224 Medical Terminology (3)
NSG 343 Health Care Informatics (3)

Related electives:
Five semester hours in BTE or career-related courses; must be approved by BTE adviser.

Business Technology: Certificate Programs

Eight certificate programs are available in business technology.

Certificate Program: Accounting
(30 semester hours)

This certificate program is designed to prepare you for an entry-level position in accounting, such as data entry clerk, accounts payable or receivable clerk, or payroll clerk. All courses required for this certificate program may be applied to the associate degree program in accounting technology.

Program Requirements

First Semester

BTE 101 Introduction to Accounting I (3)
BTE 121.N Numeric Keypad (1)
BTE 181 Computers and Business (3)
COM 135 Public Expression and Critical Inquiry (3) or COM 136 Introduction to Interpersonal Communication (3)
ENG 111 College Composition (3)
MTH 101.3 Introduction to Elementary Algebra or a higher-level math course (3)

Second Semester
BTE 102 Introduction to Accounting II (3)
BTE 201 Federal Income Tax Procedures (3), or
BTE 204 Cost Accounting (3), or
BTE 205 Corporate Accounting (3)
BTE 202 Payroll Records and Accounting (2)
BTE 203 Computerized Accounting (3)
ENG 215 Technical Writing (3)

Certificate Program: Business Information Software
(30 semester hours)

This certificate program is designed to prepare you for an entry-level position such as data entry or word processing clerk. All courses required for this certificate program may be applied to the associate degree program in business technology with the computer-based management technology option.

Program Requirements

First Semester
All of these:
BTE 101 Introduction to Accounting I (3)
BTE 121 Keyboarding (3)
BTE 181 Computers and Business (3)

Two of these:
BTE 105 Introduction to Marketing (3)
BTE 106 Introduction to Business and the Economy (3)
BTE 108 Introduction to Business Law (3)
BTE 111 Introduction to Management (3)
Second Semester
All of these:
BTE 226 Word Processing (3)
COM 135 Public Expression and Critical Inquiry (3) or
COM 136 Introduction to Interpersonal Communication (3)
ENG 111 College Composition (3)

Two of these:
BTE 203 Computerized Accounting (3)
BTE 248 Advanced Technical Information Applications (3)
BTE 282 Computer-Based Business Analysis (3)
BTE 283 Desktop Publishing (3)

Certificate Program: General Secretarial
(30 semester hours)
This certificate program is designed to prepare you for an entry-level secretarial position. All courses required for this certificate program may be applied to the associate degree program in office management technology.

Program Requirements

First Semester

All of these:
BTE 111 Introduction to Management (3) or
BTE 128 Office Management - An Introduction (3)
BTE 121 Keyboarding (3)
BTE 181 Computers and Business (3)
COM 135 Public Expression and Critical Inquiry (3)* or COM 136 Introduction to Interpersonal Communication (3)
ENG 111 College Composition (3)

Second Semester

One of these:
BTE 108 Introduction to Business Law (3)
BTE 112 Introduction to Human Resources Management (3)
All of these:
BTE 226 Word Processing (3)
BTE 227 Records/Information Management and Control (3)
BTE 283 Desktop Publishing (3)
ENG 215 Technical Writing (3)

*COM 135 is recommended if continuing for an associate's degree in office management.
Certificate Program: General Supervision
(30 semester hours)

This certificate program is designed to prepare you for an entry-level position such as shift supervisor or a production supervisor. All courses required for this certificate program may be applied to the associate degree program in business management technology.

Program Requirements


First Semester

All of these:
BTE 105 Introduction to Marketing (3)
BTE 106 Introduction to Business and the Economy (3)
BTE 108 Introduction to Business Law (3)
BTE 111 Introduction to Management (3)
BTE 181 Computers and Business (3)

Second Semester

All of these:
BTE 112 Introduction to Human Resources Management (3)
COM 135 Public Expression and Critical Inquiry (3) or COM 136 Introduction to Interpersonal Communication (3)
ENG 111 College Composition (3)

Two of these:
BTE 241 Management of Business Operations (3)
BTE 242 Management of Small Business Operations (3)
BTE 243 Management-Worker Relations (3)

Certificate Program: Medical Office Management
(30 semester hours)

This certificate program is designed to prepare you for an entry-level position in medical office management. All courses required for this certificate program may be applied to the associate degree program in office management technology.

First Semester
BTE 121 Keyboarding (3)
BTE 128 Office Management (3) or
BTE 111 Introduction to Management (3)
BTE 226 Word Processing (3)
COM 135 Public Expression and Critical Inquiry (3)* or COM 136 Introduction to Interpersonal Communication (3)
ENG 111 College Composition (3)
Second Semester
BTE 101 Introduction to Accounting I (3)
BTE 125 Medical Office Simulation (3)
BTE 224 Medical Terminology (3)
BTE 227 Records/Information Management and Control (3)
ENG 215 Technical Writing (3)

*COM 135 is recommended if continuing for an associate's degree in office management.
Certificate Program: Records Management
(30 semester hours)

This program is designed to prepare you for an entry-level position assisting managers with organizing and maintaining information. All courses required for this certificate program may be applied to the associate degree programs in office management technology or business management technology.

First Semester
BTE 106 Introduction to Business and the Economy (3)
BTE 111 Introduction to Management (3) or
BTE 128 Office Management - An Introduction (3)
BTE 181 Computers and Business (3)
COM 135 Public Expression and Critical Inquiry (3) or COM 136 Introduction to Interpersonal Communication (3)
ENG 111 College Composition (3)

Second Semester
BTE 108 Introduction to Business Law (3)
BTE 112 Introduction to Human Resources Management (3)
BTE 226 Word Processing (3)
BTE 227 Records/Information Management and Control (3)
ENG 215 Technical Writing (3)

Certificate Program: Small Business Management
(30 semester hours)

This certificate program is designed to prepare you for an entry-level position assisting small business managers or for starting your own small business. All courses required for this certificate program may be applied to the associate degree program in business management technology with an option in marketing management technology.

Program Requirements

First Semester

All of these:
BTE 101 Introduction to Accounting I (3)
BTE 105 Introduction to Marketing (3)
BTE 108 Introduction to Business Law (3)
BTE 111 Introduction to Management (3)
BTE 181 Computers and Business (3)

Second Semester

All of these:
BTE 203 Computerized Accounting (3)
BTE 242 Management of Small Business Operations (3)
COM 135 Public Expression and Critical Inquiry (3) or COM 136 Introduction to Interpersonal Communication (3)

Two of these:
BTE 261 Customer Service and Sales (3)
BTE 262 Retail Management - An Introduction (3)
BTE 263 Advertising and Promotion - An Introduction (3)

Certificate Program: Small Office Management (30 semester hours)

This certificate program is designed to prepare you for an entry-level position such as an office clerk or assistant office manager. All courses required for this certificate program may be applied to the associate degree program in office management technology.

Program Requirements

First Semester
BTE 101 Introduction to Accounting I (3)
BTE 108 Introduction to Business Law (3)
BTE 111 Introduction to Management (3) or
BTE 128 Office Management - An Introduction (3)
BTE 121 Keyboarding (3)
BTE 181 Computers and Business (3)

Second Semester
BTE 203 Computerized Accounting (3)
BTE 226 Word Processing (3)
BTE 227 Records/Information Management and Control (3)
BTE 282 Computer-Based Business Analysis (3) or
BTE 283 Desktop Publishing (3)
COM 135 Public Expression and Critical Inquiry (3) or COM 136 Introduction to Interpersonal Communication (3)

Chemical Technology: Associate in Applied Science (69-70 semester hours)

For information contact the Department of Chemistry, Middletown campus (513-727-3318).

Chemical technology is the application of chemistry principles to everyday problems that confront industry, hospitals, and private and governmental laboratories. Chemical technicians are members of research and development teams that investigate new materials to determine their properties, reactions, and applications. They set up and run chemical reactions, test for quality and performance, act as troubleshooters, and operate sophisticated laboratory instrumentation. Chemical technicians find careers in industrial laboratories, manufacturing plants, agricultural and clinical facilities, and energy production sites.

This program provides graduates with a sound foundation in both applied and theoretical chemistry and valuable laboratory experiences that are common to a wide variety of industrial and clinical laboratories.


Program Requirements

CHM 115 Foundations of the Chemical Process Industry (2)
CHM 118 Chemical Technology I (3)
CHM 141, 142 College Chemistry (3, 3)
CHM 144, 145 College Chemistry Laboratory (2, 2)
CHM 215 Chemical Technology II (2)
CHM 218 Chemical Technology II Laboratory (3)
CHM 241, 242 Organic Chemistry (3, 3)
CHM 244, 245 Organic Chemistry Laboratory (2, 2)
CHM 363 Analytical Chemistry (3)
CHM 364 Analytical Chemistry Laboratory (2)
COM 135 Public Expression and Critical Inquiry (3) or
COM 231 Small Group Communication (3)
ENG 111 English Composition and Literature (3)
ENG 215 Technical Writing (3)
ENT 151 Engineering Materials (3) or
ENT 192 Circuit Analysis I (3) or
PHY 171, 183 College Physics (3, 1) or
chemical engineering course or
environmental science course
MBI 161 Elementary Medical Microbiology (4) or
MBI 201 General Microbiology (4)
MTH 101.3 Elementary Algebra (3)
MTH 102 Intermediate Algebra (3)
MTH 125 Precalculus (5)
SAN 154 Personal Computer Concepts and Applications (3) or
SAN 163 Introduction to Computer Concepts and Programming (3) or
SAN 151 Computers, Computer Science, and Society (3)
STA 261 Statistics (4)

Computer Technology: Associate in Applied Science

For information contact the coordinator of computer technology and systems analysis, 532A Mosler Hall (513-785-3261) on the Hamilton campus or 233 Johnston Hall (513-727-3373) on the Middletown campus. Two options are available for students who wish to earn an associate's degree.

The Associate's Degree Transfer Option is designed for students who eventually plan to obtain a bachelor's degree in systems analysis. It allows you to earn an associate's degree by completing the first two years of the bachelor's degree program and then continuing at the Oxford campus with junior standing to complete the bachelor's degree. Students who wish to find employment after completing the Associate's Degree Transfer Option requirements are prepared for positions as computer programmers and system support personnel.

The Associate's Degree Option is designed for students who plan to earn an associate's degree and find employment. This option allows you to focus on one of three specialty areas: programming, microcomputer software support, or microcomputer system support. The programming specialty area prepares you to design, create, and maintain computer programs in several languages. The microcomputer software support specialty prepares you to use general-purpose application software, create specialized programs, and support software users. The microcomputer system support specialty prepares you for hardware/software installation and maintenance, troubleshooting, and network support. If you decide to pursue a bachelor's degree in systems analysis after completing this option, you will need additional courses to fulfill the Miami Plan for Liberal Education as well as the courses required for the systems analysis major.

Associate Degree Transfer Option (Hamilton and Middletown)
(67 semester hours)


Program Requirements

First Year

ENG 111 College Composition (MPF I) (3)
ENG 112 Composition and Literature (MPF I) (3)
MTH 151 Calculus I (MPF V) (5)
MTH 231 Elements of Discrete Mathematics (3)
MTH 251 Calculus II (4)
SAN 171 Introduction to Systems Analysis (Strongly recommended, but not required.) (1)
SAN 174 Fundamentals of Programming and Problem Solving (3)*
SAN 271 Object-Oriented Programming (3)
Miami Plan humanities electives (MPF IIB) (3)**
Miami Plan social science or world cultures elective (MPF IIIA or IIIB)**
Miami Plan biological science elective (MPF IVA) (3)

* Prerequisite for SAN 174 is knowledge of computer systems and programming. Students lacking this should enroll in SAN 163 Introduction to Computer Concepts and Programming. Consult with a department adviser to ensure proper placement within the curriculum.

Second Year

COM 135 Public Expression and Critical Inquiry (MPF IIB) (3)
ECO 201 Principles of Microeconomics (MPF IIIA) (3)
SAN 274 Data Abstraction and Data Structures (3)
SAN 278 Computer Architecture (3)
SAN 283 Data Communications and Networks (3)
SAN elective numbered 270 or above (except 276) (3)
Miami Plan fine arts elective (MPF IIA) (3)**
Miami Plan physical science electives (MPF IVB) (3, 3)
Miami Plan world cultures or social science elective (MPF IIIA or IIIB) (3)**

** One course must provide a historical perspective and one must provide a perspective different from the dominant cultural heritage of the United States.

Associate Degree Option (Hamilton and Middletown) (64 semester hours)

This program allows you to take a common core of courses, professional electives, and a required set of courses focused on one of three specialty areas: programming, microcomputer software support, and microcomputer system support.

Program Requirements

First Year

COM 135 Public Expression and Critical Inquiry (MPF IIB) (3)
ENG 111 College Composition (MPF I) (3)
ENG 215 Technical Writing (3)
MTH 125 Precalculus I (5)
MTH 231 Elements of Discrete Mathematics (3) or MTH 121 Finite Mathematical Models (3)
SAN 154 Personal Computer Concepts and Applications (3)
SAN 163 Introduction to Computer Concepts and Programming (MPF V) (3)
SAN 174 Fundamentals of Programming and Problem Solving (3)
Specialty Area courses (6)

Second Year

MGT 111 Introduction to Business (MPF IIIA) (3)
SAN 283 Data Communications and Networks (3)
Any 200-level SAN course not required in your specialty
Specialty Area courses (23)

Note: You must take all courses in the Specialty Area you choose.

Specialty Areas. Take all courses in one specialty.

Programming Specialty (29 hours)
SAN 271 Object-Oriented Programming (3)
SAN 275 Data Processing and File Design (3) or SAN 274 Data Abstraction and Data Structures (3)
SAN 276 Systems Analysis and Design (3)
SAN 278 Computer Architecture (3)
SAN 281 Operating Systems (3)
Professional Electives (see below) (14)
Microcomputer Software Support Specialty (29 hours)
BTE 248 Advanced Technical Information Applications (3)
BTE 282 Computer-Based Business Analysis (3)
BTE 283 Desktop Publishing (3)
ENT 135 Computer-Aided Drafting (3)
SAN 276 Systems Analysis and Design (3)
Professional Electives (see below) (14)
Microcomputer System Support Specialty (29 hours)
ENT 191 Introduction to Electrical Engineering Technology (3)
ENT 293 Digital Switching (3)
ENT 294 Local Area Networks (3)
SAN 278 Computer Architecture (3)
SAN 281 Operating Systems (3)
Professional Electives (see below) (14)
Professional Electives
ACC 221 Introduction to Financial Accounting (3) or BTE 101 Introduction to Accounting I (3)
ACC 222 Introduction to Managerial Accounting (3) or BTE 102 Introduction to Accounting II (3)
ATH 175 Peoples of the World (MPF IIIB) (3)
COM 136 Introduction to Interpersonal Communication (MPF IIIA) (3) or COM 231 Small Group Communication (3)
ECO 201 Principles of Microeconomics (MPF IIIA) (3)
ECO 202 Principles of Macroeconomics (MPF IIIA) (3)
EDL 372 Career Entry Skills (3)
EGR 161 Perspectives in Technology (MPF V) (3)
ENG 112 Composition and Literature (MPF I) (3)
IDS 159 Strength Through Diversity (MPF IIIB) (3)
PSY 111 Introduction to Psychology (MPF IIIA) (4)
SAN 151 Computer, Computer Science, and Society (MPF V) (3)
SAN 171 Introduction to Systems Analysis (Strongly recommended) (1)
SOC 151 Social Relations (MPF IIIA) (4)

Engineering Technology: Associate in Applied Science

For information contact the Department of Engineering Technology at 532A Mosler Hall (513-785-3261) on Hamilton campus or 205 Thesken Hall (513-727-3241) on Middletown campus. Both campuses have an open admission policy.

This department offers associate's degree programs in electrical engineering technology and mechanical engineering technology and a baccalaureate completion electro-mechanical degree program. Certificate programs in computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing, and computer hardware technology are also available. All programs are offered on the regional campuses in Hamilton and Middletown. The baccalaureate program, described in the School of Engineering and Applied Science chapter, is for students who have earned an associate's degree.

Co-op is available on an alternating or parallel semester basis. Students either alternate semesters between work and studies or work while taking classes. For a co-op curriculum schedule, contact the Co-op/Placement Office at 123 Rentschler Hall (513-785-3113) on the Hamilton campus or at 1 Johnston Hall (513-727-3431) on the Middletown campus.


Electrical Engineering Technology: Associate in Applied Science
(66 semester hours)

This program, accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (TAC/ABET), includes course work in both electrical and electronic fields. It provides depth and breadth in electrical fundamentals as well as the advanced technology found in modern electrical and computing systems. Courses in analog, digital, and microprocessor-based systems are offered. Hands-on labs are used to reinforce concepts taught in the classroom. Students develop the ability to analyze, synthesize, and solve technical problems. Choice of course topics includes fundamentals of analog and digital electronics, relay logic, programmable controllers, microprocessors, personal computer architecture, disk operating system (DOS), WINDOWS™, UNIX™, local area networks (LAN), and wide area networks (WAN).

Graduates work as electronic technicians, electrical maintenance technicians, computer maintenance and network technicians, engineering assistants, and many other related paraprofessional positions. Graduates may also choose to continue their education toward a Bachelor of Applied Science degree.



Program Requirements

First Year

ENG 111 College Composition (MPF I) (3)
ENT 135 Computer-Aided Drafting (3)
ENT 191 Introduction to Electrical Engineering Technology (3)
ENT 192, 193 Circuit Analysis I, II (3,3)
ENT 196 Electronics (3)
MTH 125 Precalculus (5)
PHY 171, 172 College Physics (3,3)
PHY 183, 184 College Physics Laboratory (1,1)
SAN 153 Introduction to C/C++ Programming (3)

Second Year

COM 135 Public Expression and Critical Inquiry (MPF IIB) (3) or COM 136 Introduction to Interpersonal Communication (MPF IIIA) (3)
ECO 201 Principles of Microeconomics ( MPF IIIA) (3)
ENG 215 Technical Writing (3)
ENT 292 Electric Machines and Control (3)
ENT 293 Digital Switching (3)
ENT 295 Microprocessor Technology I (3)
ENT Electives (6)
MTH 151 Calculus I (MPF V) (5)
Miami Plan fine arts, humanities elective (MPF IIA, IIB) (3)

ENT Electives

Two of these (selected with your adviser):
ENT 202 Special Problems (3)
ENT 271 Mechanics I: Statics (3)
ENT 291 Industrial Electronics (3)
ENT 294 Local Area Networks (3)
ENT 297 Microprocessor Technology II (3)
ENT 298 Telecommunications (3)

Mechanical Engineering Technology:
Associate in Applied Science (66 semester hours)

This program, accredited by the Technology Accreditation Commission of the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (TAC/ABET), emphasizes courses in computer-aided drafting (CAD), computer-aided engineering analysis and design, computer-aided manufacturing (CAM), computer numerical control programming (CNC), and engineering mechanics. Courses include laboratory experiences working with modern materials-testing equipment; microcomputer-based engineering analysis software; CAD/CAM hardware and software; microprocessor-controlled robots; and a variety of engineering support software. Students develop the ability to analyze, synthesize, and solve technical problems.

Graduates work as CAD operators, CAD/CAM operators, CNC programmers, quality assurance technicians, laboratory test technicians, engineering assistants, and many other related paraprofessional positions. Graduates may also choose to continue their education toward a Bachelor of Science in Applied Science.



Program Requirements

First Year

ENG 111 College Composition (MPF I) (3)
ENT 135 Computer-Aided Drafting (3)
ENT 151 Engineering Materials (3)
ENT 152 Computer-Aided Manufacturing I (3)
ENT 192 Circuit Analysis I (3)
ENT 271 Mechanics I: Statics (3)
MTH 125 Precalculus (5)
PHY 171, 172 College Physics (3,3)
PHY 183, 184 College Physics Laboratory (1,1)
SAN 153 Introduction to C/C++ Programming (3)

Second Year

COM 135 Public Expression and Critical Inquiry (MPF IIB) (3) or COM 136 Introduction to Interpersonal Communication (MPF IIIA) (3)
ECO 201 Principles of Microeconomics (MPF IIIA) (3)
ENG 215 Technical Writing (3)
ENT 235 Computer-Aided Design (3)
ENT 252 Computer-Aided Manufacturing II (3)
ENT 272 Mechanics II: Strength of Materials (3)
ENT 278 Mechanics III: Analysis of Machine Components (3)
ENT Elective (3)
MTH 151 Calculus I (MPF V) (5)
Miami Plan fine arts, humanities elective (MPF IIA, IIB) (3)

ENT Elective

One of these (selected with your adviser):
ENT 202 Special Problems (3) (requires departmental approval)
ENT 262 Advanced Engineering Materials (3)
ENT 292 Electric Machines (3)
ENT 293 Digital Switching (3)

Engineering Technology: Certificate Programs

Two certificate programs are available in engineering technology. All courses taken in the certificate programs will apply toward the requirements of a related associate degree.

Certificate Program: Computer-Aided Drafting/Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAD/CAM) (30 semester hours)
This certificate program is designed to prepare you for an entry-level position in computer-aided drafting/computer-aided manufacturing. All courses required for this certificate program may be applied toward the associate degree program in mechanical engineering technology.

Program Requirements

General Support Courses
ENG 111 College Composition (MPF I) (3)
MTH 125 Precalculus (5)
PHY 171 College Physics (3)
PHY 183 Physics Lab (1)

Technical Courses
ENT 135 Computer-Aided Drafting (3)
ENT 152 Computer-Aided Manufacturing I (3)
ENT 235 Computer-Aided Design (3)
ENT 252 Computer-Aided Manufacturing II (3)
ENT 271 Mechanics I: Statics (3)
SAN 153 C/C++ Programming (3)

Certificate Program: Computer Hardware Technology
(32 semester hours)

This certificate program is designed to prepare you for an entry-level position in computer repair and maintenance. All courses required for this certificate program may be applied toward the associate degree program in electrical engineering technology.

Program Requirements

General Support Courses
ENG 111 College Composition (MPF I) (3)
ENG 215 Technical Writing (3)
MTH 125 Precalculus (5)
Miami Plan Foundation elective (3)

Technical Courses
ENT 192 Circuit Analysis I (3)
ENT 196 Electronics (3)
ENT 293 Digital Switching (3)
ENT 295 Microprocessor Technology I (3)
ENT 297 Microprocessor Technology II (3)
SAN 153 C/C++ Programming (3)

General Studies: Associate in Arts
(64 semester hours)


This program is for students who want to complete their education in two years or temporarily stop before completing a four-year program. It is available to any student enrolled at any campus of Miami University.

You may select any 12 of the required 64 semester hours from your division of major, as described below, for your program.

Program Requirements

  1. Sixty-four semester hours
  2. Miami Plan Foundation requirements
  3. Twelve semester hours in addition to those above in one of these areas of emphasis:
      • Humanities
      • Natural science*
      • Social science
      • Business
      • Education and allied professions
      • Engineering and applied Science
      • Fine arts
      • Interdisciplinary studies
  4. Minimum 2.0 cumulative g.p.a.
  5. Thirty-two semester hours from Oxford, Middletown, or Hamilton campuses
  6. Six of the final 10 semester hours from Miami
  7. No more than five semester hours of PHS 110-170

* Students with natural science emphasis cannot apply MTH 101.3 and MTH 102 to this degree.


Nursing: Associate in Applied Science in Nursing (72 semester hours)

For information contact the Department of Nursing at 582 Mosler Hall (513-785-3282) on Hamilton campus, at 205 Thesken Hall (513-727-3266) on Middletown campus, and at 109 Kreger Hall (513-529-4037) on Oxford campus.

This program, accredited by the National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission, is a two-year curriculum that provides courses in liberal arts, sciences, and nursing. Classroom instructions are correlated with clinical experiences.

Graduates are qualified to take the State Board of Nursing licensing examination. Upon successful completion of the examination, they may continue their education toward a Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree; that program is described in the School of Engineering and Applied Science chapter.


Special Admission Requirements

Admission to this program in nursing is selective and competitive. After admission to the university, a separate nursing application is submitted to the Department of Nursing at the Hamilton or Middletown campus.

To be considered for admission to the program, you must meet the following minimum criteria:

  • Recent high school graduate: composite ACT of 21; class standing in the upper 50 percent; cumulative g.p.a. of 2.5, and science course grades with a 2.5 g.p.a. (including chemistry) or
  • Completion of 12 semester hours of Miami credits (must include one of these with a minimum grade of C: ZOO 171 or ZOO 172 or MBI 161 or CHM 131) and a cumulative g.p.a. of at least 2.5.

Individuals who have a felony conviction on record may be denied opportunity to take the State Board of Nursing licensing examination.


Transfer Credit

Transfer of credits from other colleges will require departmental evaluation to meet the above criteria. It is important to meet with a department adviser.


Program Requirements
Note: Many of these courses must be taken in the sequence listed; consult your adviser when scheduling your courses.

First Year

First Semester
NSG 101 Introduction to the Nursing Principles of Nutrition and Pharmacology (2)
NSG 105 Introduction to Art and Science of Nursing (2)
NSG 106 Foundations for Nursing Practice (4)
PSY 111 Introduction to Psychology (MPF IIIA) (4)
ZOO 171 Human Anatomy and Physiology (MPF IVA) (4)


Second Semester
NSG 116 Life Transitions I (6)
NSG 200 Life Transitions II (6) or
NSG 205 Life Transitions III (5)
MBI 161 Elementary Medical Microbiology (MPF IVA) (4) or
CHM 131 Chemistry of Modern Society (MPF IVB) (4)
ZOO 172 Human Anatomy and Physiology (4)


Second Year

First Semester
ENG 111 College Composition (MPF I) (3)
NSG 200 Life Transitions II (6) or
NSG 205 Life Transitions III (5)
NSG 206 Life Transitions IV (5)
MBI 161 Elementary Medical Microbiology (MPF IVA) (4) or
CHM 131 Chemistry of Modern Society (MPF IVB) (4)

Second Semester
ENG 112 Composition and Literature (MPF I) (3)
NSG 215 Nursing as a Profession (3)
NSG 216 Clinical Decision Making Models for Nursing Practice (8)
Miami Plan course (MPF II or MPF V) (3-4)

Technical Study: Associate of Technical Study (64 semester hours)

For information contact the departments of Engineering Technology or Business Technology. The Department of Engineering Technology is at 532A Mosler Hall (513-785-3261) on Hamilton campus and at 205 Thesken Hall (513-727-3244) on Middletown campus. The Department of Business Technology is at 301 Mosler Hall (513-785-3132) on Hamilton campus and at 205B Thesken Hall (513-727-3241) on Middletown campus.

This technically-oriented program is offered through the combined disciplines of business technology, computer technology, and engineering technology. You work with a faculty adviser to develop an interdisciplinary plan of study with an area of concentration and a well-rounded program. Through this program, you have the flexibility to tailor an associate's degree to your specific needs.


Program Requirements

Non-technical courses (15)*
All of these:
COM 135 Public Expression and Critical Inquiry (MPF IIB) (3) or
COM 136
Introduction to Interpersonal Communication (MPF IIIA) (3) or
COM 231
Small Group Communication (3)
ENG 111 College Composition (MPF I) (3)
ENG 215 Technical Writing (3)

Six semester hours from these:

ENG 112 Composition and Literature (MPF I) (3)
Miami Plan social science course (MPF IIIA) (3)
Miami Plan humanities course (MPF IIB) (3)

Basic program support courses (17)*
Math, science, and computing courses (at least 3 hours in each category)

Technical subject areas (32)
Approved course work in engineering technology and/or computer technology and/or business technology approved by the Associate of Technical Studies Review Committee as constituting a well defined, coherent program of study leading to marketable, technical job skills.

* Non-technical and basic program support courses must include at least 12 semester hours of the Miami Plan Foundation (MPF) in four of the five MPF areas.

Beginning a Bachelor's Degree Program at a Regional Campus

You can take course work at Hamilton and Middletown to begin a bachelor's degree in most majors offered at Miami University and complete your degree on the Oxford campus or another four-year institution. You must have earned at least 20 semester hours in good academic standing on the Hamilton and/or Middletown campus before relocating to the Oxford campus.

For example, the first year of a bachelor's degree program in manufacturing engineering can be completed at Hamilton and/or Middletown campus as follows:


First Semester
ENG 111 College Composition (MPF I) (3)
MTH 151 Calculus I (MPF V) (5)
PHY 181, 183 The Physical World and Laboratory (MPF IVB) (4,1)
Miami Plan elective (3)

Second Semester
ENG 112 Composition and Literature (MPF I) (3)
MTH 251 Calculus II (4)
PHY 182,184 The Physical World and Laboratory (MPF IVB) (4,1)
SAN 163 Introduction to Computer Concepts and Programming (MPF V) (3)
Miami Plan fine arts, humanities elective (MPF IIA, IIB) (3)

Some programs have special admission requirements or limited entry. It is important to check your major's requirements with your adviser.

For more information on continuing toward a bachelor's degree, contact the Office of Admission and Financial Aid at the Hamilton campus or the Office of Enrollment Services at the Middletown campus.

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