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ARCHIVED 2013-2014 Graduate Catalog 
    
ARCHIVED 2013-2014 Graduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Graduate Courses


 

Educational Supervision

  
  • EDSU 685 - Internship in Supervision


    Supervised work at the school level or at the departmental level in higher education. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 605.

    Credits: 2
  
  • EDSU 693 - Topics in Supervision


    Topics in Supervision

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of instructor.

    Credits: 1, R3

Elementary and Middle Grades Education

  
  • EDMG 620 - Middle Grades Curriculum, Instruction, & Assessment


    Examination of research on middle grades curricula, instruction, and assessment in relationship to the needs of young adolescents; development and investigation of applications.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Graduate student status.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • EDRD 621 - Literacy in the Early Years


    The focus of this course will be literacy development and instruction in the primary grades.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Admission to the Graduate School.

    Credits: 3
  
  • EDRD 622 - Phonics to Fluency


    Exploring the nature of word study, phonics, and fluency in literary education; understanding strategies for teaching reading development.

    Credits: 3
  
  • EDRD 640 - Reading Diagnosis & Instruction


    Examination, use, and critique of theories of research about literacy processes and problems; reading difficulties, their diagnosis, and correction; and instructional strategies.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ELMG 515 - Language Arts Methods


    Advanced development of language arts methods, materials, and teaching strategies for grades K-9.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ELMG 516 - Science Methods


    Advanced development of science methods, materials, and teaching strategies for grades K-9.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ELMG 517 - Social Studies Methods


    Advanced development of social studies methods, materials, and teaching strategies for grades K-9.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ELMG 519 - Mathematics Methods for Grades 4-9


    Advanced development of mathematical concepts, programs, methods, and materials for grades 4-9.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ELMG 593 - Topics in Elementary and Middle Grades Education


    This course is available to elementary and middle grades students.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • ELMG 601 - Assessment in the Elementary & Middle Grades


    In the Master’s level course students will explore assessment methods appropriate for elementary or middle grades.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Admission to the Graduate School.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ELMG 602 - Qualitative Research Methods in the Elementary & Middle Grades


    In this Masters level course students will explore qualitative research methods that they can then employ in their elementary or middle grades classroom.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Admission to the Graduate School.

    Credits: (3)
  
  • ELMG 609 - Issues & Trends in the Classroom Research Design for Elementary & Middle Grades


    Students will explore subject matter specific research studies and methods that they can then employ in their elementary and middle grades classrooms.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Admission to the Graduate School.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ELMG 611 - Research in Mathematics Teaching & Learning (K-9)


    In this Master’s level course, students will consider will consider issues related to current research in mathematics teaching and learning appropriate for elementary and middle grades.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Admission to the Graduate School.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ELMG 612 - Multimedia Literacy


    Advanced research and instruction into understanding, composing and teaching 21st century literacy: text, image, audio, video, 2D & 3D animation, senors, reader input and frames.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Admission to the Graduate School.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ELMG 614 - Responsive Instruction in the Elementary & Middle Grades


    The exploration of differentiation with respect to teaching and learning, generate strategies for assessing learning, and develop plans for creating responsive learning communities.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ELMG 650 - Issues of Diversity in Social Studies Curriculum


    Students will consider issues of race, class, gender, sexuality, and other identities in shaping social studies curriculum appropriate for elementary or middle grades.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Amission to the Graduate School.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ELMG 655 - Content Area Reading in Science & Mathematics


    Strategies that enable students in upper elementary, middle, and high school  to cope more effectively with reading in Science & Mathematics.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Admission to the Graduate School.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ELMG 656 - Environment Education


    Foundations of environmental education including history, philosophy, instructional methods, and resources for both formal and non-formal settings.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Admission to the Graduate School.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ELMG 657 - Integrating Science & Literacy


    Theory and practice of science and literacy integration with specific attention to reading, writing, speaking, and listening within an inquiry-based science curriculum.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Admission to the Graduate School.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ELMG 667 - Assistive Technology


    This course explores assistive technologies and their role in supporting K12  students with special needs.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Admission to the Graduate School.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ELMG 668 - Instructional Technology & Design


    Students in this course will gain an understanding of the field of Instructional Technology and Design (ITD) and experience the process of Instructional Design (ID).

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Admission to the Graduate School.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ELMG 697 - Research Seminar in Elementary & Middle Grades Education


    Students will design and conduct a research study  in an elementary or middle grades classroom setting.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Admission to the Graduate School.

    Credits: 3

Elementary Education

  
  • EDEL 614 - Issues and Trends in Elementary Education


    Issues and Trends in Elementary Education

    Credits: 2
  
  • EDEL 695 - Research Seminar in Elementary Education I


    Development and presentation of a research proposal.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 601; EDCI 602, and permission of department head.

    Credits: 2
  
  • EDEL 696 - Research Seminar in Elementary Education II


    Presentation of research project carried out in an appropriate elementary classroom.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 695.

    Credits: 2
  
  • EDEL 701 - Seminar in Elementary School Curriculum


    Forces affecting curriculum development, strategies for implementing changes, formulation of curriculum development models.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 601 or EDCI 604.

    Credits: 3
  
  • EDEL 779 - Continuing Research—Non-Thesis Option


    See Policy on Completion of Thesis and Dissertation found in the Admissions and Degree Requirements Section of the Graduate Catalog. S/U grading. These hours will not count toward fulfilling degree requirements.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Must NOT be enrolled in a thesis program.

    Credits: 1, R10
  
  • EDEL 782 - Research in Elementary Education


             

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: EDRS 602.

    Credits: 3
  
  • EDEL 796 - Advanced Research Seminar in Elementary Education II


    Presentation of a student-conducted research.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 795.

    Credits: 3
  
  • EDEL 798 - Advanced Research Seminar in Middle Grades Education II


    Presentation of student-conducted research.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 797.

    Credits: 3
  
  • EDRD 567 - Adolescent Literature


    The reading development and reading interests of adolescents; evaluation criteria; instructional strategies; this course requires comprehensive reading of a wide genre of books.

    Credits: 3
  
  • EDRD 653 - Advanced Children’s Literature


    Literary experience in the total language arts curriculum, selection of materials, guiding children’s study of literature.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ELMG 566 - Computers in Education


    Introduction to the use of computers in school settings; emphasis on instructional applications, issues, and trends.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ELMG 603 - Elementary Science Curriculum


    Curricular development and research in teaching science; current issues and trends.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ELMG 604 - Elementary Social Studies Curriculum


    Curricular development and research in teaching social studies; current issues and trends.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ELMG 605 - Elementary Math Curriculum


    Curricular development and research in teaching math; current issues and trends.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ELMG 606 - Elementary and Middle Grades Language Arts Curriculum


    Curricular development and research in teaching language arts; current issues and trends.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ELMG 607 - Mathematical Problem-Solving in the Elementary/Middle School


    Teaching methods, issues, and curriculum development of mathematical problem solving strategies appropriate for elementary and middle school students.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ELMG 608 - Diagnosis and Remediation in Elementary/Middle School Mathematics


    Diagnostic/prescriptive strategies for elementary and middle school mathematics teachers.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ELMG 610 - Distance Education


    The development of distance education concepts: theory, administration, programs, methods and curriculum.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 566 or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ELMG 666 - Projects in Educational Computing


    Research and advanced projects related to the use of computers in educational settings.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: 566 or approval of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ELMG 675 - Workshop in Elementary Education


    Content, methods, and materials to meet specific in-service needs of an individual school or system.

    Credits: 3

Emergency Medical Care

  
  • EMC 520 - EMS Education and Training


    EMS traditional and online instruction, including medical skills evaluation and measuring clinical competency.


    Credits: 3
  
  • EMC 530 - EMS Response to Community and Public Health Disasters


    Planning for community and public health disasters including infectious disease outbreaks. 

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Admission to EMC concentration or permission of instructor.


    Credits: 3
  
  • EMC 620 - Ethics in EMS Education


    Leadership skills for identifying, analyzing, and resolving ethical dilemmas in health education administration. 

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Admission to EMC concentration or permission of instructor.


    Credits: 3
  
  • EMC 640 - EMS Quality Improvement in EMS


    Introduction to concepts and theories of quality improvement as they relate to the unique environment of prehospital care.

    Credits: 3
  
  • EMC 645 - EMS System Design and Operations


    EMS System design, ambulance deployment, inventory management and vehicle maintenance.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Admission to EMC concentration or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • EMC 650 - EMS System Reimbursement and Finance


    EMS system fiscal with special emphasis given to 3rd party reimbursement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Admission to EMC concentration or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • EMC 663 - Quantitative Methods for Decision-making


    Introduction to the theory and practice of decision analysis in the health professions.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Admission to EMC concentration or permission of instructor.


    Credits: 3

Engineering Technology

  
  • ET 510 - Advanced Parametric Modeling and Prototyping


    Advanced design methods and rapid prototyping procedures. Focused study will be on 3-D parametrics, advanced graphics, rapid prototyping systems and methods. 2 Lecture 2 Lab.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ET 521 - Ergonomics


    Theories and applications of ergonomic principles for the workplace. Topics include ergonomic tools, standards, guidelines, training programs, case studies, work-site analysis, common occupational injuries.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ET 522 - Advanced Polymer Technology


    Theory and application of molding processes; emphasis on thermoplastic and thermoset injection; topics in polymer science and microprocessing.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ET 524 - Facilities Management and Maintenance


    Management and maintenance of residential, commercial, and industrial building systems. Functions and evaluation of systems for heating, cooling, electrical, communications, water, waste, protective coatings and roofing, lawns, and roadways.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ET 534 - Facilities Layout


    Problem analysis and design of facilities; layout, planning, flow analysis, scheduling, and support of physical facilities.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ET 536 - Engineering Economic Analysis


    The economics of decision-making, including break-even, least cost, and alternatives related to the time-value of money.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ET 570 - Advanced Digital Communications


    Digital communications techniques and systems: signal space representation, binary and M-ary signaling methods, detection of binary and M-ary signals, comparison of digital communication system performances.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: A course or demonstrated competency in communications theory at the undergraduate level or permission of the instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ET 575 - Systems Integration and Management


    Methods of planning, scheduling, directing and supervising technology based systems. Models for monitoring and evaluating systems management will be studied. 2 lecture, 2 lab.
     


    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ET 593 - Topics in Engineering Technology


      

    Credits: 1-3, R6
  
  • ET 603 - Applied Research Methods and Experimental Design


    An applied study of research methods and designed experiments for decision making. Statistical methods, and interpretation of technical data for system improvement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ET 641 - Quality Assurance


    Quality management methods and models for continuous improvement. Standards, implementation, deployment, and assessment strategies will be covered.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ET 642 - Automation Systems


    Manufacturing system analysis and decision-making regarding the selection and implementation of automation equipment; an overview of traditional manufacturing systems and analyses; evaluation of the need and justification for automation systems; and Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM) systems.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: A course or demonstrated competency in computer programming.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ET 643 - Advanced Parametric Modeling and Design


    Advanced level of constraint-based parametric modeling systems and the fundamentals of capturing design intent with Computer Aided Drafting Design systems.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: A course demonstrated competency in 3-D modeling and rapid prototyping at the undergraduate level or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ET 644 - Advanced Digital Signal Processing


    Digital signal processing methods and techniques including non-parametric power spectral estimation, model-based spectral estimation, and adaptive signal processing.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: A course or demonstrated competency in computer application and permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ET 645 - Random Variables, Signals and Waveforms


    Engineering applications of probability theory in communications signal processing. Topics include stationarity, spectral densities, random inputs to linear systems, and Gaussian processes.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: A course or demonstrated competency in probability theory at the undergraduate level or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ET 648 - Manufacturing Research and Analysis


    Research and analysis of current manufacturing materials, methods, and control systems relevant to engineering applications.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ET 680 - Independent Study


      

    Credits: 3, R6
  
  • ET 688 - Directed Project


    A formal engineering or technology investigation of a particular problem under the guidance of the advisory committee/major professor. Not applicable to a thesis option plan of study. Enrollment during at least two consecutive terms for a minimum of three credits required.

    Credits: 1-3, R6
  
  • ET 695 - Seminar in Engineering Technology


      

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of instructor.

    Credits: 1-3, R6
  
  • ET 698 - Comprehensive Exam


    Comprehensive exam for non-thesis students.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Students must be in their last semester of study.

    Credits: 0
  
  • ET 699 - Thesis


      

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3, R6
  
  • ET 779 - Continuing Applied Research


    See Policy on Completion of Thesis and Dissertation found in the Admissions and Degree Requirements Section of the Graduate Catalog. S/U grading. These hours will not count toward fulfilling degree requirements.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Must NOT be enrolled in a thesis program.

    Credits: 1, R10
  
  • ET 799 - Continuing Research—Thesis Option


    See Policy on Completion of Thesis and Dissertation found in the Admissions and Degree Requirements Section of the Graduate Catalog. S/U grading. These hours will not count toward fulfilling degree requirements.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Student must be enrolled in a thesis program.

    Credits: 2, R24

English

  
  • ENGL 501 - Writing for Careers


    Theory and application of rhetoric in professional communication; emphasis on triad of author, subject, and audience. Practical assignments: memos, letters, resumes, reports, and persuasive messages.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ENGL 514 - Fundamentals of Teaching Composition


    Theoretical and practical basis for designing and teaching composition course; analysis of rhetorical, cognitive, and linguistic approaches. Practical, research-based techniques and issues.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ENGL 515 - Linguistics


    Introduction to sound systems, word systems, sentence patterns; social/regional dialects; psycholinguistics, child/adult language acquisition; historical linguistics; linguistic reconstruction; neurolinguistics; pragmatics, language typology.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ENGL 516 - Teaching English as a Second Language


    Current trends/strategies in teaching English to non-native speakers. Aspects of American culture that affect language learning.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ENGL 517 - Methods of Teaching Literature


    Methods of teaching poetry, world literature, young adult literature; technologies which enhance teaching.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Admission to M.A.T. in English or permission of instructor.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ENGL 550 - Major British Writers


    Selected works of one or more important British authors from a single historical period.

    Credits: 3, R9
  
  • ENGL 564 - Native American Literature


    Ancient oral tradition and contemporary works. Perceptions of culture, environment, and time observed in “old ways” stories; how influences emerge in “new way” poetry and fiction.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ENGL 571 - Studies in Poetry


    Developments in poetry, forms, and audience. Poets and poetry from various literary periods examined in the context of current criticism.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ENGL 572 - Studies in Fiction


    Developments in fiction, forms and audience. Writers and texts from various literary periods examined in the context of current criticism.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ENGL 573 - Studies in Drama


    Developments in drama, forms, and audience. Writers and plays/performances from various literary periods examined in the context of current criticism.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ENGL 580 - Studies in English


    Independent study/directed research in English.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of instructor and department head.

    Credits: 3, R6
  
  • ENGL 589 - Co-op: Writing and Editing


    Cooperative education assignments are professional (often off-campus) experiences designed for students who wish to apply their theoretical learning to an on-the-job situation. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Enrollment for at least one term in the graduate English program; B average in graduate work; approval of advisor, department head, and cooperative education coordinator.

    Credits: 3, R6
  
  • ENGL 600 - Selected Ethnic Literature


    Exploration of literature outside the Eurocentric canon. Introduces cultural diversity: African American, Asian American, Hispanic American, or Native American literature; international or multicultural literature.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ENGL 601 - Gender Studies


    Feminist theory; ways in which male and female authors construct gender; how representations of men and women have influenced how we think about society and culture.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ENGL 602 - African American Literature


    Survey of African-American literature; focus on postmodernist period. Background in African-American literary theory/history; concentration on explosion of literature in late twentieth century.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ENGL 603 - Writing for the Marketplace


    Provides an overview of the profession. Helps students identify and investigate the many fields in which they can write professionally, using traditional and electronic techniques.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ENGL 604 - Writing for Electronic Environments


    Teaches clear, coherent writing in a variety of electronic environments, including multimedia presentation and publication, web page design, and computer documentation.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ENGL 605 - Technical Writing for Business and Industry


    Practical applications to technical communications; examination of contemporary theory. Students write, edit, graphically design, layout, and produce documents/presentations utilizing desktop and Internet publishing.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ENGL 606 - Nonfiction Writing


    “Literary” or creative nonfiction writing for small presses or popular magazines; emphasis on personal experience, personal reflection, and profile essays.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ENGL 607 - Breaking into Publishing


    Designed to meet needs of students seeking employment in the publishing field; emphasis on theoretical knowledge/practical applications.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ENGL 608 - Fiction Writing


    Students write short stories (or chapters); explore trends in twentieth-century fiction: interior monologue, present-tense narration, second-person narration, third-person interior monologue, multiple flashbacks/time sequencing.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ENGL 609 - Poetry Writing


    Writing and reading poetry; in-depth discussion of student work. Preparation of portfolio of original poems; study of major poets and formal elements of poetry.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ENGL 610 - History of Rhetoric


    In-depth survey of the western rhetorical tradition from classical times to the present, with the principal focus on major contributions through the twentieth century.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ENGL 611 - Mountain Area Writing Project


    By invitation only to K-12 teachers (all subjects) within Western North Carolina, Region 8. Focus on principal aims of National Writing Project and North Carolina Writing Projects, with which it is affiliated.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PREQ: Permission of instructor.

    Credits: 6
  
  • ENGL 612 - The Mountain Area Writing Project (Level 2)


    A follow-up extension of ENGL 611, open only to K-12 public school teachers through invitation. Rare exceptions made with permission of instructors.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ENGL 613 - Stylistics


    In-depth study of the rhetoric of style. Examination of professional writing; how and why writers might choose sentence type, vocabulary, punctuation, and syntax.

    Credits: 3
 

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