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ARCHIVED 2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
ARCHIVED 2017-2018 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Information


 

Emergency Medical Care

  
  • EMC 496 - Senior Seminar in Emergency Medical Care


    This seminar course provides an overview of current prehospital practice and certifying exam preparation.

    Prerequisites Junior or senior level EMC major admitted to the program and in good standing, and EMC 483.

    Credits 2

Engineering

  
  • ENGR 132 - Engineering Graphics


    Engineering design graphics, spatial visualization, orthographic projection, dimensioning, tolerances, and basic 3D constraint-based modeling.

    Credits (3) Contact Hours: (4)
  
  • ENGR 190 - Technology Systems


    An introductory engineering course for non-majors.  Starting with natural curiosity, the interrelationships between engineering, physics, and mathematics are investigated in everyday objects.

    Credits (3)
  
  • ENGR 199 - Introduction to Engineering Practices and Principles I


    An introduction to the engineering discipline. Group work, oral communication, problem solving and design process will be introduced through lecture and project-based learning activities. Freshman Engineering majors only. 2 Lecture, 2 Lab.

    Credits 3
  
  • ENGR 200 - Engineering Practices and Principles II


    Engineering practices and principles, teaming, project planning, written communications, and conceptual design processes will be introduced through lecture and project-based learning activities. 2 lecture, 2 lab. 

    Prerequisites PREQ: ENGR 199 with a grade of C or better.

    Credits (3)
  
  • ENGR 201 - Engineering Mechanics Statics


    Resolution of forces; moments, and couples to achieve equilibrium in static structures; centroid and moment of inertia; Cartesian vector analysis; partical equilibrium; internal forces; friction.

    Prerequisites PREQ: Math 153, COREQ: PHYS 230

    Credits 3
  
  • ENGR 202 - Mechanics of Materials


    Develop a fundamental understanding of stress and strain applied to deformable bodies including axial and shear loading, torsion, bending beams, combined loading, and column buckling. Required minimum grade for major is C.

    Prerequisites MATH 255 and ENGR 201

    Credits 3
  
  • ENGR 211 - Materials Science


    Knowledge of various common engineering materials will be developed through an understanding of microscopic structures, physical properties, equilibrium diagrams, and kinetic processes. Required minimum grade for major is C.

    Prerequisites PHYS 230 and CHEM 139

    Credits 3
  
  • ENGR 231 - 3-D Solid Modeling


    Exposure to 3D constraint-based solid computer modeling, design intent, feature relations, and role in product development cycles.

    Prerequisites ET 132 or ENGR 132

    Credits (3) Contact Hours: (4)
  
  • ENGR 300 - Professional Development


    Viewing engineering as a career through participation in activities such as attendance of professional society meetings, participation in student organizations, attendance at visiting lectures, seminars, etc. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites PREQ: Junior standing in EE.

    Credits (1)
  
  • ENGR 315 - Electrical Engineering Fundamentals


    Principles of electrical and electronic measurements; DC and AC circuit theory; components; amplifiers; motors; transformers. Not open to electrical engineering or electrical and computer engineering technology majors. Contact Hours: 2 Lecture, 2 Lab

    Prerequisites PHYS 231 and MATH 255

    Credits 3
  
  • ENGR 331 - Design for Manufacturing


    Various manufacturing processes and design principles are examined to understand the capabilities of each process. This knowledge is used to design products that are compatible with a manufacturing process while identifying implications for quality and cost.

    Prerequisites ENGR 211 and ENGR 231 and EE 200

    Credits 3
  
  • ENGR 332 - Finite Element Analysis


    An introduction to finite element modeling with topics including element selection, symmetry, plane stress and plane strain. This course also uses commercial software for analysis.

    Prerequisites ENGR 202 and MATH 320Corequisites None

    Credits 3
  
  • ENGR 333 - Vibration Analysis


    An introduction to analytical methods for modeling and evaluating the characteristics of dynamic systems. Topics such as vibration isolation, damping characteristics and measurement methods are also covered.

    Prerequisites ME 301 and MATH 320

    Credits 3
  
  • ENGR 350 - Engineering Practices and Principles III


    Engineering project-based learning (open-ended) with emphasis on project control and engineering design processes.  Special emphasis will be placed on professional, ethical, global, environmental, and contemporary issues.  2 Lecture, 2 Lab.

    Prerequisites PREQ:  ENGR 200 with a “C” or better.

    Credits (3)
  
  • ENGR 352 - Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer


    This course covers thermodynamics and heat transfer fundamentals including the enthalpy, entropy, and the first and second laws of thermodynamics, conduction, convection, and radiation.

    Prerequisites PREQ:  MATH 140 or MATH 153, CHEM 139, PHYS 130 or 230, & ET 141 or ENGR 211.

    Credits (3)
  
  • ENGR 353 - Thermodynamics


    This course introduces the concepts and principles of thermodynamics along with the laws of thermodynamics, mass/energy analysis, power cycles and refrigeration cycles.

    Prerequisites MATH 255 and MATH 320

    Credits 3
  
  • ENGR 365 - Global Engineering and Technology


    Fundamental skills and cultural responsiveness in engineering and technology on a multidisciplinary team in a global context. Focus is given to effective communication (across different cultures and either synchronous or asynchronous), clear understanding of engineering standards, knowledge of project development process, commitment to ethics, professionalism, interdisciplinary team-work and equality, and appreciation for global interconnectedness of various practices.

    Credits 3
  
  • ENGR 389 - Cooperative Education


    See Cooperative Education program.

    Credits (3, R9)
  
  • ENGR 400 - Engineering Capstone I


    Senior engineering project selection, planning, and development.  Emphasis will be placed on defining project requirements, developing project work breakdown structure, conceptual designs, and working prototypes.  1 Lecture, 4 Lab.

    Prerequisites PREQ:  ENGR 350, with a “C” or better.

    Credits 3
  
  • ENGR 402 - System Dynamics and Control


    Modeling and analysis of continuous systems in time and frequency domains; control system design; and applications of control theory to electromechanical system simulations using MATLAB.

    Prerequisites MATH 320 and (EE 202 OR ENGR 315)

    Credits 3
  
  • ENGR 411 - Engineering Numerical Analysis


    Development of numerical algorithms to provide solutions to common problems formulated in engineering and the applicability and limits of the appropriate use.

    Prerequisites MATH 256 and (EE 200 or MATH 340 or CS 150)

    Credits 3
  
  • ENGR 450 - Engineering Capstone II


    Senior engineering project design, development, fabrication, and testing.  Emphasis will be placed on iterative design processes, project management and execution, fabrication and testing.  1 Lecture, 4 Lab.

    Prerequisites PREQ:  ENGR 400, with a “C” or better.

    Credits 3
  
  • ENGR 493 - Special Topics in Engineering


    Special Topics in Engineering.

    Prerequisites Permission of instructor.

    Credits 1-3 (R6)
  
  • ME 211 - Mechanical Engineering Lab I


    Laboratory exercises in support of ENGR 211.

    Corequisites ENGR 211

    Credits 1
  
  • ME 301 - Engineering Mechanics: Dynamics


    Principles of dynamics; particle motion; kinetics of rigid bodies; work and energy; impulse and momentum; vector methods.

    Prerequisites MATH 320 and ENGR 201

    Credits 3
  
  • ME 302 - Design of Machine Elements I


    Analysis and design of machine elements and machines; material selection, fatigue failure, finite elements; mechanical power transmission components including gears, bearings, shafts, and frictional devices. Application of engineering standards and consideration of realistic design constraints.

    Prerequisites ENGR 202Corequisites ME 312

    Credits 3
  
  • ME 311 - Mechanical Engineering Lab II


    Laboratory exercises in support of ME 321.

    Corequisites ME 321

    Credits 1
  
  • ME 312 - Mechanical Engineering Lab III


    Laboratory exercises in support of ME 302 and ME 332.

    Corequisites ME 302 or permission of Department Head.

    Credits 1
  
  • ME 321 - Fluid Dynamics


    Fundamentals of fluid dynamics; fluid statics; incompressible flow with friction; compressible flow without friction; power requirements for pumpts and turbines; energy losses.

    Prerequisites MATH 320.Corequisites ME 311.

    Credits 3
  
  • ME 332 - Measurement and Instrumentation


    Principles of instrumentation; theory and practice with modern sensors; computer-based data acquisition techniques; signal processing.

    Prerequisites ENGR 315 and ME 321.

    Credits 3
  
  • ME 401 - Design of Machine Elements II


    Analysis of function, classification, position, velocity, and acceleration of multi-element mechanical linkages. Kinematic analysis and synthesis of linkages through the use of theory and software. Application of engineering standards and consideration of realistic design constraints.

    Prerequisites ME 301 and ME 302.

    Credits 3
  
  • ME 402 - System Dynamics and Control


    Modeling and analysis of continuous systems in time and frequency domains; control system design; and applications of control theory to electromechanical system simulations using MATLAB.

    Prerequisites ME 401.

    Credits 3

Engineering Technology

  
  • ET 101 - Introduction to Computer Graphics and Animation


    Fundamentals of computer graphics and animation; two, three and four dimensional computer graphics; engineered product layout and marketing; image and object types. 2 Lecture, 2 Lab.

    Credits (3)
  
  • ET 141 - Engineering Materials and Processes


    Fundamentals of industrial materials, their mechanical, physical, and chemical nature as related to manufacturing processes. 2 Lecture, 2 Lab.

    Credits (3)
  
  • ET 151 - Computer Graphics for Documentation and Layout


    An introduction to reverse engineering as applied to systems; geometric dimensioning and tolerances, codes and symbols; two-dimensional projects related to engineered systems documentation and layout. 2 Lecture, 2 Lab.

    Prerequisites PREQ: ET 132.

    Credits (3)
  
  • ET 232 - Engineering Statics


    Study of forces and the effect of forces acting on static bodies.  3 Lecture.

    Prerequisites PREQ: MATH 145 or 146; PHYS 130.

    Credits (3)
  
  • ET 310 - Advanced 3D Computer Modeling and Rapid Prototyping


    Intermediate to advanced constraint-based parametric computer modeling applied to mechanical/ industrial design components and mechanisms.

    Prerequisites PREQ: ET 231.

    Credits (3) Contact Hours: (4)
  
  • ET 331 - Quality Systems


    Techniques for monitoring and assuring quality. 

    Prerequisites PREQ: MATH 170

    Credits (3) Contact Hours: (3)
  
  • ET 332 - Strength of Materials


    A study of the relations between externally applied loads and elastic stresses and strains for various types of materials.

    Prerequisites PREQ:  232, MATH 140 or 153.  COREQ:  333

     

    Credits (3)

  
  • ET 333 - Strength of Materials Laboratory


    A laboratory exploration of the relations between externally loads and elastic stresses and strains for various types of materials.

    Prerequisites COREQ:  332

    Credits 1
  
  • ET 334 - Lean Six Sigma


    Fundamentals of lean manufacturing and Six Sigma quality, including topics such as line balancing, value stream mapping, design of experiments, and regression analysis.

    Prerequisites PREQ: ET 331

    Credits (3)
  
  • ET 335 - Occupational Safety Standards


    Standards and practices for industrial and educational safety related to local, state, and federal safety regulations.

    Credits (3)
  
  • ET 336 - Environmental Instrumentation


    Basic instrumentation techniques used to measure industrial safety and health hazards. 2 Lecture, 2 Lab.

    Prerequisites PREQ: 335.

    Credits (3)
  
  • ET 337 - Management of Safety Systems


    Comprehensive, organized management approach for identifying, measuring, and reducing operational errors leading to accidents.

    Prerequisites PREQ: 335.

    Credits (3)
  
  • ET 338 - Fire Control and Compliance Management


    Emergency planning, compliance with standards, recognition of fire hazards, implementation of controls, and extinguishing agents and methods.

    Prerequisites COREQ: 335.

    Credits (3)
  
  • ET 341 - CAM Systems


    Manufacture of 2D and 3D parts utilizing computer-aided manufacturing equipment and software. Conversion of CAD designs into numerical control programs for milling and turning. 2 Lecture, 2 Lab.

    Prerequisites PREQ: 231, 242, and MATH 146.

    Credits (3)
  
  • ET 342 - Lean Manufacturing Systems Analysis and Planning


    Analysis of manufacturing system efficiency using lean concepts of value stream mapping, single piece flow, keizen events, value added analysis, pull systems and production control.

    Prerequisites  

    PREQ.:  ET 141; MATH 170

    Credits 3

  
  • ET 349 - Rapid Tooling and Prototyping


    Prototyping methods and rapid tooling practices for product fabrication. Emphasis on computer methods, 3D prototyping, CNC machining and tooling systems. 2 Lecture, 2 Lab.

    Prerequisites PREQ: PHYS 130, MATH 144 or 145 or 146, ET 231.

    Credits (3)
  
  • ET 351 - Engineering Analysis


    Emphasis on real world application of engineering derivatives, integrations, rates of change, limits, functions, trigonometric functions, and problem solving methodology. Utilization of Microsoft Excel and Matlab.

    Prerequisites PREQ: MATH 140 or 153, MATH 170, PHYS 130, and ET 232.

    Credits (3)
  
  • ET 362 - Engineering Logistics


    A study of various aspects of logistics and industrial distribution in the engineering domain.

    Prerequisites PREQ: 132, 141, MATH 170.

    Credits (3)
  
  • ET 366 - Manufacturing Materials and Processes


    Study of the nature, composition, and structure of various materials used in manufacturing.  Materials include ferrous and nonferrous metals, polymer, ceramics, wood, and fibers.

    Credits (3)
  
  • ET 389 - Cooperative Education


    See Cooperative Education Program.

    Credits (1-3, R9)
  
  • ET 420 - Advanced Engineering Materials


    Properties of common metals, polymers, ceramics, and composites; material science; effective materials selection; processing of materials; and manipulation of materials in an applied engineering context.

    Prerequisites PREQ: ET 141, ET 332, and CHEM 139.

    Credits 3
  
  • ET 421 - 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 PREQ: Junior standing or permission of instructor.

    Credits (3)
  
  • ET 422 - Advanced Polymer Technology


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

    Credits (3)
  
  • ET 423 - Fluid Systems


    Basic fluid mechanics; hydraulic and pneumatic systems used in industrial manufacturing processes. 2 Lecture, 2 Lab.

    Prerequisites PREQ: MATH 144 or 145 or 146, PHYS 130.

    Credits (3)
  
  • ET 425 - Metrology and Reverse Engineering


    Dimensional metrology, coordinate measuring machine, GD&T, engineering drawing interpretation, and fundamental technologies that enable the various forms of rapid prototyping. 2 Lecture, 2 Lab.

    Prerequisites PREQ: ET 141, 231, 232, 331 and 351

    Credits (3)
  
  • ET 434 - Plant Layout


    Problem analyses and design of plant facilities; plant layout, material flow, and handling; physical storage systems.

    Prerequisites PREQ: Technology major and senior standing.

    Credits (3)
  
  • ET 435 - Technology and Civilization


    The interdependence of society and technology; modern industrial processes; use of energy and material resources; pollution; population explosion; food supplies.

    Credits (3)
  
  • ET 436 - Engineering Economic Analysis


    The study of economics as applied to engineering decision making.

    Prerequisites PREQ: MATH 140 or 153; Engineering Technology student junior standing.

    Credits (3)
  
  • ET 441 - Power Transmission Systems


    The study of hydrostatic fluid power components and systems specifically focused on industrial and manufacturing applications. 2 Lecture, 2 Lab.

    Prerequisites PREQ: 232, 351.

    Credits (3)
  
  • ET 449 - Advanced Rapid Tooling and Prototyping


    Advance prototyping methods and rapid tooling practices for product design and fabrication. Advanced machining, tooling, and metrology will be covered. 2 Lecture, 2 Lab.

    Prerequisites PREQ: 349.

    Credits (3)
  
  • ET 461 - Engineering Project Management


    Engineering project management is a technique for accomplishing specialized missions or work when normal organizational structure or methods are not sufficient. 2 Lecture, 2 Lab.

    Prerequisites PREQ: Engineering Technology major and junior standing.

    Credits (3)
  
  • ET 470 - AIDC for the Enterprise


    A study of methods and systems used to automate data collection and the identification of physical objects. 2 Lecture, 2 Lab.

    Prerequisites PREQ: ECET 301 or permission of instructor.

    Credits (3)
  
  • ET 472 - Integrated Control Systems


    Electronic sensing, logic, and control functions applied to automated systems. 2 Lecture, 2 Lab.

    Prerequisites PREQ: ECET 301 or 341; ET 351 or ECET 332

    Credits (3)
  
  • ET 478 - Integrated Systems Project


    Organizing, planning, and implementing a project using acceptable industrial techniques culminating in a formal written report and oral presentation. 1 Lecture, 4 Lab.

    Prerequisites 461 or permission of instructor.

    Credits (3)
  
  • ET 480 - Independent Study


    Independent study in industrial, technical, or vocational education; project required.

    Prerequisites PREQ: Permission of adviser and instructor.

    Credits (1-3, R6)
  
  • ET 493 - Special Topics


    Special Topics

    Prerequisites PREQ: Permission of instructor.

    Credits (1-3, R6)
  
  • ET 495 - Engineering Technology Seminar


    Trends, issues, and selected topics pertinent to current operations and practices.

    Prerequisites PREQ: Engineering technology major and senior standing. Seminar.

    Credits (1-3, R6)

English

  
  • ENGL 101 - Writing and Rhetoric


    First year composition writing. Introduction to rhetoric and college-level writing, reading, and thinking.  Students develop individual writing process, research, and self-assessment strategies. (C1)

    Credits 3
  
  • ENGL 131 - Academic English for Non-Native Speakers


     

    For non-Native speakers of English who wish to explore cultural diversity from their own international perspectives in order to develop strategies in reading, writing, speaking, and listening in academic English settings.  Limited to non-native speakers at an intermediate level or above.

    Credits 3

  
  • ENGL 132 - American English for Non-Native Speakers II


    A specialized writing and mechanic skills class providing further preparation for composition courses. Exceptional performance and satisfaction of other criteria may result in waiver of Engl. 131.

    Credits 3
  
  • ENGL 190 - Freshman Seminar in Literature


    Reading and writing about literature, with emphasis on human experience and values.

    Credits 3
  
  • ENGL 191 - Freshman Seminar in Creative Writing


    Allows students to explore, practice, and discuss their creative writing, with emphasis on one or more of the following: poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction, and screenwriting.

    Credits 3
  
  • ENGL 192 - First Year Seminar in Motion Picture Studies


    Reading and writing about motion pictures, with an emphasis on critical viewing practices. The final project will be a student-run film festival. 

    Credits 3
  
  • ENGL 200 - Introduction to the English Major


    This one-hour course provides an opportunity to introduce students to the major.

    Credits 1
  
  • ENGL 202 - Writing and Critical Inquiry


    Second year writing. Research based course in scholarly writing and rhetoric. Students engage in interdisciplinary inquiries, solve complex problems, and develop arguments, synthesizing their ideas with the ideas of others.

    Prerequisites PREQ: ENGL 101. (C1)

    Credits 3
  
  • ENGL 204 - The Literature of Culture


    The study of a variety of nonwestern cultures through their literature. Emphasis on such issues as religion, gender and family, economics, and social organization. (P6)

    Credits 3
  
  • ENGL 206 - Literature and the Environment


    This course focuses on specific locations and on the way that literature engages with the environment and environmental issues pertaining to those places. (P4)

    Prerequisites English 101

    Credits 3
  
  • ENGL 207 - Popular Literature and Culture


    Examines various popular literary genres, including gothic, popular romances, mysteries, westerns, science-fiction and fantasy, children’s literature, film, television, and the Internet. (P4)

    Credits 3
  
  • ENGL 209 - Past Times: Literature and History


    Focuses upon the relationship between literature of the past and historical events, historical documents, and the events and texts of our time. (P4)

    Credits 3
  
  • ENGL 210 - Contemporary African American Literature


    This course explores the rich tradition of African American literature from World War II to the present. (P4)

    Credits 3
  
  • ENGL 231 - The Interpretation of Literature


    An introduction to the close reading of poetry, fiction, and drama, emphasizing theme, structure and form, figurative language, and style. Introduction to major critical approaches.  (P4)

    Credits 3
  
  • ENGL 232 - Introduction to Mythology


    The basic Greek and Roman myths: their origins, their manifestations in the great classical epics, and their variations in the works of later authors. (Closed to freshmen 0-24 hours).

    Credits 3
  
  • ENGL 240 - Research, Literary Criticism & British Literature


    Survey of British literature with a particular emphasis on learning research skills as well as how to incorporate outside sources and literary criticism into writing.

    Prerequisites PREQ: ENGL 101.

    Credits 3
  
  • ENGL 241 - Formalism & American Literature


    Survey of American literature with a particular emphasis on formalism, the technical vocabulary used in literary study and the skill of close reading.

    Prerequisites PREQ: ENGL 101.

    Credits 3
  
  • ENGL 242 - Cultural Studies & Non-Western World Literature


    Survey of non-western world literature with a particular emphasis on the role that culture plays in textual production.

    Prerequisites PREQ: ENGL 101.

    Credits 3
  
  • ENGL 278 - Introduction to Film Studies


    An introduction to the study of film as a means of artistic expression and as a mirror of cultural values in the twentieth century. (Closed to freshmen 0-24 hours).

    Credits 3
  
  • ENGL 290 - Literature and the Sacred


    Themes, images, and concepts of the Sacred in literature such as the Bible, myths of origin, Native American sacred stories, or Metaphysical poetry.  (P4)

    Credits 3
  
  • ENGL 302 - Introduction to Creative Writing and Editing


    Career opportunities and practices in creative writing genres; editing and preparation of creative manuscripts for publication. (Closed to freshmen 0-24 hours).

    Credits 3
  
  • ENGL 303 - Introduction to Professional Writing and Editing


    Career opportunities, practices and skills in professional writing, editing, and conventional and electronic publication. (Closed to freshmen 0-24 hours).

    Credits 3
  
  • ENGL 304 - Writing for Electronic Environments


    A course that teaches clear and coherent writing in electronic environments, including multimedia publication, Web page and document design, and computer documentation, instructions, and manuals. (Closed to freshmen 0-24 hours).

    Prerequisites PREQ:  Engl. 303

    Credits 3
  
  • ENGL 306 - Nonfiction Writing


    Study and practice of technique and form in creative nonfiction writing, workshop discussion of students’ original work and revisions; analysis of contemporary memoirs, personal essays and nonfiction shorts. (Closed to freshmen 0-24 hours).

    Prerequisites PREQ: Engl. 302

    Credits 3
  
  • ENGL 307 - Professional Editing and Publishing


    Advanced practicum in student’s chosen area in professional writing; editing practices and production; copyright and libel law. (Closed to freshmen 0-24 hours).

    Prerequisites PREQ: Engl. 101 and 202; 303

    Credits 3
  
  • ENGL 308 - Fiction Writing


    Study and practice of technique and form in fiction writing; workshop discussion of students’ stories and assigned exercises; original work and revision. (Closed to freshmen 0-24 hours).

    Prerequisites PREQ:  Engl. 302

    Credits 3, R6
  
  • ENGL 309 - Poetry Writing


    Study and practice of technique and form in poetry writing, emphasizing traditional as well as free verse; analysis of contemporary poetry; students’ poetry read for class criticism. (Closed to freshmen 0-24 hours).

    Prerequisites PREQ:  Engl. 302

    Credits 3, R6
  
  • ENGL 312 - Grammar for Teachers


    The grammar of standard American English. For students who wish to pursue careers in teaching English and language arts. (Closed to freshmen 0-24 hours).

    Credits 3
  
  • ENGL 313 - Authoring Multimedia


    Applying the principles of clear professional writing to the creation of multimedia communications that incorporate text, art, audio, and video. (Closed to freshmen 0-24 hours).

    Prerequisites PREQ: Engl. 303

    Credits 3, R6
  
  • ENGL 315 - Proposal and Grant Writing


    Proposal and Grant Writing is an introduction to the proposal and grant writing process. Students will learn how to search for funding, read requests for proposals (RFPs), and write effective proposals and grant applications.

    Prerequisites Closed to freshmen 0-24.

    Credits 3
 

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