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Undergraduate Catalog 2011 - 2012 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

 

Mathematics
  

  • MTH 347 - Applied Statistics

    (4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or better in MTH 147 , MTH 323 , PSY 311 , COM 303 , ECN 322 , ESC 310 , OMS/OSM 201 , PSC 351, SOC 353, SWK 305 , or UST 404 . Topics include simple linear regression, analysis of variance, nonparametric statistics, multiple and logistic regression, statistical process control, and basic time series analysis. This course will emphasize the applied nature of statistical analysis and require using a statistical analysis software package.MTH 347 counts toward the statistics minor; one course from MTH 323  or MTH 347 counts toward the mathematics minor, but not both; no credit toward the mathematics major. This course may fulfill a General Education Requirement.


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  • MTH 358 - Abstract Algebra

    (4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): MTH 288 . An introduction to modern abstract algebra, concentrating on the integers and number theory, rings, fields, polynomials, and applications of these concepts. This course may fulfill a General Education Requirement.


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  • MTH 386 - Differential Equations

    (4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): MTH 281  and MTH 288  or MTH 283  and MTH 284 , and MTH 286 . Series solutions of second-order linear equations, qualitative behavior of linear and almost linear systems of first-order differential equations, boundary value problems, introduction to partial differential equations.Course includes use of a computer algebra system, such as Maple or MATLAB.


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  • MTH 390 - Foundations of Computing

    (3 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): MTH 181 , MTH 182 , MTH 220 , and CIS 335 ; Mathematics majors may substitute one mathematics course numbered 280 or above for CIS 335 . Sets, relations, regular languages, finite automata, context-free languages, pushdown automata, phrase-structure languages, Turing machines, Church’s theory, recursion, computability, decidability, computational complexity. Cross listed with CIS 490 .


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  • MTH 396 - Junior Seminar

    (2 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): MTH 182 ; three of MTH 220 , MTH 281 , MTH 286  and MTH 288 , all grade “C” or better; or departmental approval. Weekly meetings introduce students to a wide range of mathematical topics and also include workshops on various aspects of writing cogent and well-formulated technical reports in mathematics.A primary goal of this course is to prepare the student for MTH 496  , Senior Project.Successful completion of the course requires the student having an approved topic and supervisor for MTH 496 .


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  • MTH 401 - Mathematical Modeling

    (4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): MTH 284  or MTH 288 , MTH 286 , and at least one mathematics course numbered 300 or above (MTH 301  recommended). Deterministic and probabilistic models chosen from the areas of linear optimization, Markov chains, game theory, graphs and networks, axiom systems, growth processes, and queuing systems.Course includes use of a computer algebra system, such as Maple or MATLAB.


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  • MTH 415 - Real Analysis

    (1-4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or better in MTH 281  or MTH 283 , a grade of “C” or better in at least one mathematics course numbered 300 or above, or permission from the instructor. This course gives a rigorous introduction to the real numbers. Topics include sequences and series, basic topology of the real numbers, functional limits and continuity, the derivative, sequences and series of functions, the Riemann integral, and metric spaces. The major application is Fourier series.


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  • MTH 416 - Complex Analysis

    (4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or better in MTH 281  or MTH 283 , a grade of “C” or better in a least one mathematics course numbered 300 or above, or permission of instructor. This course deals with the fundamentals of complex analysis, including basic properties of complex numbers, analytic functions, harmonic functions, integration, Taylor and Laurent series, residue calculus and conformal mapping, and their applications.


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  • MTH 420 - Combinatorial Mathematics

    (4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): At least one mathematics course numbered 300 or above. A survey of combinatorial methods, including binomial coefficients and other special numbers, recurrence relations, calculus of finite differences, and generating functions, emphasizing exact evaluation of combinatorial sums in closed form.Course includes use of a computer algebra system, such as Maple or MATLAB.


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  • MTH 421 - Time Series Analysis

    (4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): MTH 347  with a grade of “C” or better or permission of instructor. The course will cover techniques of modeling data that are collected sequentially. Topics to be covered include a review of basic ideas of modeling a continuous variable, time series regression, autocorrelation, decomposition methods, exponential smoothing, ARMA (Autoregressive Moving Average) models, and ARIMA (Autoregressive Integrated Moving Average) models.The course will use statistical programming language.Data from a variety of fields will be studied.Counts toward the statistics minor; does not count toward the minor, BA or BS in Mathematics.


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  • MTH 424 - Probability Theory & Application

    (4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): MTH 281  or MTH 283 , MTH 284  or MTH 288 , and a 300-level mathematics course. General probability (set functions, basic axioms, independence); Bayes theorem; univariate probability distributions (probabilities, moments, variance, mode, percentiIes, transformations); multivariate probability distributions (central limit theorem, joint conditional and marginal distributions -probabilities, moments, variance, covariance); discrete and continuous time Markov chains; selected applications.Course makes extensive use of appropriate software.


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  • MTH 431 - Categorical Data Analysis

    (4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): MTH 347  with a grade of “C” or better or permission of instructor. The course will cover techniques of modeling data for data that are categorical rather than continuous in nature.Topics to be covered include joint, marginal, and conditional probabilities, relative risk, odds ratios, generalized linear models, logistic regression, multi-category logit models, and log linear models.The course will utilize data examples from the fields of biology, medicine, health, epidemiology, environmental science, and psychology.The course will use a statistical programming language. Counts toward the statistics minor; does not count toward the minor, BA or BS in Mathematics..


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  • MTH 434 - Differential Geometry

    (4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): MTH 281  or MTH 283 , MTH 286 , and at least one mathematics course numbered 300 or above. This course focuses on the calculus, linear algebra, and geometry of curves and surfaces, as well as applications to engineering and science. Material covered will include the curvature and torsion of curves, Gaussian and mean curvatures of surfaces, minimal surfaces, geodesics, holonomy, and the Gauss-Bonnet theorem. Optional material includes applications of the calculus of variations to geometry and of minimal surface theory to soap film formation.Course makes extensive use of a computer system, such as Maple.


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  • MTH 435 - Statistical Consulting & Programming

    (4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): MTH 347  with a grade of “C” or better, or permission of instructor. This course will have students work in consulting teams with university or community partners on real-world case studies of statistical methods learned in previous courses. Students will prepare written reports and oral presentations that discuss the findings of the analysis.In addition, students will learn data manipulation and graphics skills involving the SAS and R software packages. Counts toward the statistics minor; does not count toward the minor, BA or BS in Mathematics.


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  • MTH 482 - Topics in Number Theory

    (4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or better in a course of level 300 or above in one of the following disciplines: MTH, CIS, EEC, ESC; or instructor permission. This course presents advanced topics in number theory. Topics may include primality testing, prime number generation, integer factorization, discrete logarithms, elliptic curves and advanced cryptographic protocols, and other topics chosen by the instructor.


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  • MTH 487 - Dynamical Systems

    (4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): MTH 284  or MTH 288 , MTH 286 , and at least one mathematics course numbered 300 or above. Systems of differential equations, local and global behavior of a vector field in the plane, discrete dynamical systems, structural stability, the Poincare-Bendixon theorem, bifurcations, chaos, and strange attractors.Course includes use of a computer algebra system, such as Maple or MATLAB.


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  • MTH 491 - Financial Mathematics

    (4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): MTH 281  or MTH 283 , or permission of the instructor. Basic mathematical interest theory and time value of money, annuities, loan repayment, bonds, equations of value and yield rates, interest rate sensitivity, stocks and financial markets, arbitrage, term structure of interest rates and derivatives. It is designed to prepare for the SOA Exam FM/CAS Exam 2 (Financial Mathematics Exam).


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  • MTH 493 - Special Topics in Mathematics

    (4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): At least one mathematics course numbered 300 or above, or permission of instructor. Detailed study of a selected topic in advanced mathematics. Topic will vary, depending on instructor. May be repeated for credit for a total of 20 credit hours with a change of topic.Consult Mathematics Department for current information.


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  • MTH 493H - Special Topics in Mathematics Honors

    (4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): At least one mathematics course at the 300 level or above. Honors Standing or permission of the Department Honors Program Liasion. Detailed study of a selected topic in advanced mathematics.Topics will vary, depending on instructor.May be repeated for credit for a total of 20 credit hours with a change of topic. This course will demand mathematical rigor to a degree beyond regular mathematics courses.In addition, students will play a more active role in the discovery and exploration of mathematical truth.Consult the Mathematics Department for current information.


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  • MTH 495 - Senior Seminar

    (2 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): At least two mathematics courses numbered 300 or above, or departmental approval. This is the department’s main assessment tool. Students will read papers in technical journals, choose a research topic, and write a technical report. Three key assessment areas are mathematical modeling (translating real-world situations into mathematics), mathematical reasoning (manipulation, by hand or by computer, of data and expressions using valid mathematical techniques) and communication (ability to write cogent and well-formulated reports).


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  • MTH 496H - Honors Project

    (4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): At least two mathematics courses numbered 300 or above, or approval of the Department Honors Liaison Officer. Students will work individually with a mathematics faculty investigating a mathematical or statistical topic of mutual interest.Students will be required to read articles assigned by the faculty member.A student’s work will consist of a written pre-proposal, and a final paper complete with Abstract, Introduction, Methods, Results, Discussion, and References.In addition, students will give an oral presentation of their work to departmentfaculty and students.


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  • MTH 496 - Senior Project

    (4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): MTH 396  (grade of S) and at least two other mathematics courses numbered 300 or above, or departmental approval. Prerequisite or corequisite: At least one other mathematics course numbered 400 or above, or departmental approval. Working individually with a faculty supervisor, each student will read papers in technical journals, make an oral presentation, and write a technical report. This course may fulfill a General Education Requirement.


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  • MTH 497 - Readings in Mathematics

    (1-4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): Departmental approval. Topics studied under supervision of an advisor.May be repeated for credit for a total of 20 credit hours with a change of topic.


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Mechanical Egr Tech
  

  • MET 200 - Fundamentals Engr Mechanics

    (4 credits)
    Introductory level statics, dynamics, and strength of materials.Analysis of static equilibrium of trusses and frames including forces in members and joints.Section and mass properties.Static and dynamic friction.Dynamic of particles and bodies in translation or rotation.Fundamental properties of ductile and brittle metals for stress and strain.Direct stress and shear, bending stress, and torsional shear in components.Laboratory tensile test and bending deflection demonstrations.


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  • MET 201 - Statics for Engineering Tech

    (3 credits)
    Introductory level statics.Analysis of static equilibrium of trusses and frames including forces in members and joints.Section and mass properties, friction, centroids, moment of inertia, radius of gyration and virtual work.Laboratory work will consist of experiments that reinforce the theory (lectures).


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  • MET 202 - Dynamics for Engineering Tech

    (3 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): MET 201  Statics for Engineering Technology. Introductory level dynamics.Dynamic of particles and bodies in translation or rotation; the kinematics of plane motion, relative motion, the concept of force, mass, and acceleration; work and energy, impulse and momentum.Laboratory work will consist of experiments that reinfroce the theory (lectures).


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  • MET 320 - Mechanics of Materials

    (3 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): associate-degree-level calculus, statics, and strength of materials courses or MET 300 and MTT 300. Stress under combined loading, stress concentration factors, design stresses, Mohr’s circle, endurance limit and fatigue life, and deflection of variable section beams, method of superposition, bucking. Temperature changes and press fits. Combined stress failure theories. Selection and processing of engineering metals, plastics, and composites. Heat-treating, cold working, and residual stresses. Temperature effects on strength, creep, and ductility.


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  • MET 330 - Advanced Dynamics & Vibrations

    (4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): associate-degree-level calculus, statics, and strength of materials courses or MET 300 and MTT 300 . Displacement, velocity and acceleration of particles and rigid bodies with combined translation and rotation. Reaction and inertia forces and mass and polar moments of inertia. Analysis by equations of motion, force-acceleration, work-energy, and impulse-momentum. Conservative and non-conservative forces and moments. Free and forced vibrations, natural frequency, and fundamentals of damping and vibration isolation.


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  • MET 345 - Thermodynamics

    (4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): associate-degree-level calculus, dynamics, and fluid power. Co-requisites: MTT 300 , MET 320 . The study of classical thermodynamics approach to system and control volumes, properties and processes of gases and vapors, zeroth, first, and second laws of systems and control volumes. Vapor and gas power systems. Refrigeration and heat pumps systems. Ideal gas mixtures and psychometrics, reacting gases and combustion.


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  • MET 350 - Fluid Mechanics

    (3 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): MTT 300 . Co-requisite: MTT 301 . The fundamentals of fluid mechanics, including the properties of fluids, pressure, hydrostatics and dynamics of fluid flow. Laminar and turbulent flow, friction losses, and sizing of pipes. Pump section and application. Selected course topics are included as computer programming projects.


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  • MET 351 - Thermal Fluid Lab

    (2 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): MET 345 . Co-requisite: MET 350 . Laboratory experiments in selected topics in fluids flow, heat transfer, and thermodynamics. Introduction to validity of measurements, statistical analysis, error and uncertainty analysis. This course may fulfill a General Education Requirement.


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  • MET 410 - Design of Machine Elements

    (3 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): MET 320 , MET 330 , MTT 301 . Design, analysis, and selection of components used in machines, including shafts, gears, clutches, brakes, bearings, fasteners, springs, and bolted and welded frames. Determination of appropriate design stresses and deflections for strength, durability, and function. Selection of materials and processing and manufacturing considerations. MET 411  Writing Course.


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  • MET 411 - Mechanical Measurement Lab

    (1 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): MET 320 , MET 330 , MTT 301 . Design, analysis, and selection of components used in machines, including shafts, gears, clutches, brakes, bearings, fasteners, springs, and bolted and welded frames. Determination of appropriate design stresses and deflections for strength, durability, and function. Selection of materials and processing and manufacturing considerations. This course may fulfill a General Education Requirement.


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  • MET 420 - Heat Transfer

    (3 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): MET 345 , MET 350 , MTT 301 . The mechanisms of heat transfer, including conduction in one and two dimensions, forced and free convection, internal and external flows, heat exchangers, and introduction to radiation.


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  • MET 441 - Finite Element Analysis

    (3 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): MET 320 , MET 330 , MET 410 . This course provides an introduction to the finite element method for analysis of trusses, frames, and various machines. A finite element software package will be used to perform forces, stress, and displacement analysis, which will be compared with rigorous solutions using methods presented in statics, mechanics of materials, and machine design courses. Technical Elective.


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  • MET 445 - Solid Modeling Applications

    (3 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): MET 330 , MET 410 , MET 411 . Development and application of solid models of components and assemblies in engineering design and analysis. Use of solid models in problems related to component design, stress analysis, fluid flow, heat transfer, machine dynamics, and assembly interference. Production of engineering drawings, visual representations, and data files for machining and rapid prototyping. Accuracy and validity considerations of solid models. Technical Elective.


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  • MET 450 - Mechanical System Design

    (3 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): MET 330 , MET 410 , MET 411 . Design and analysis of mechanical systems made up of gears, clutches, brakes, bearings, bolted and welded frames, considering interactions among components. Use of standard components. Determination of appropriate design stresses and deflections for strength, durability, and function. Optimization of assembly for cost, weight, durability, etc. Consideration of professional responsibilities in design. Technical Elective.


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  • MET 460 - Thermal System Design

    (3 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): MET 345 , MET 350 . Corequisite: MET 420 . Advanced topics of fluid mechanics, properties of fluids, pressure, hydrostatic, and dynamics of fluid flow. Design of thermal systems. Synthesis and sizing of a system design requirements. Synthesis of components of thermal systems under technical, economical, and social constrains. Technical Elective.


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  • MET 465 - HVAC

    (3 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): MET 345 , MET 350 , MET 351 . Thermodynamics of gas mixture. Control of gas mixtures, heating, cooling, and humidity. Heating and cooling loads. Design and selection of HVAC systems. Design project. Technical Elective.


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  • MET 470 - Senior Design A

    (1 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and all required 300- and 400-level program courses. Planning for the capstone course, MET 480  Senior Design B, to demonstrate the ability to define a problem in engineering terms and develop a realistic plan to complete an engineering project. A comprehensive written plan including budget, equipment requirements, time schedule, problem description, design alternatives, and tentative design will be prepared. Students are expected to extend their knowledge through self-study and research in developing and assessing design options. Ethical, legal, and environmental considerations are included. Students are encouraged to propose team projects.


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  • MET 480 - Senior Design B

    (3 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): MET 470  in previous semester. Capstone course to demonstrate mastery of analysis and design techniques and engineering judgment applied to a realistic engineering problem. A comprehensive report including research, testing, and analysis results will be required along with an oral presentation. Professional, ethical, social, and legal considerations will be considered


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  • MET 494 - Advanced Topics in Mechanical Engineering Technology

    (3 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing. Topics of current technical interest, applying core concepts across the mechanical engineering technology curriculum. NOTE: The content of this course changes periodically to provide the injection of recent technological topic areas and subject material into the curriculum. May be repeated for credit for a total of 6 credit hours with a change of topic.Technical Elective.


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  • MET 497 - Special Topics in Mechanical Engineering Technology

    (1-6 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing. Independent study on a special topic or project under the guidance of a faculty member. May be repeated for credit for a total of 9 credit hours with a change of topic. Technical Elective.


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Mechanical Engineering
  

  • MCE 102 - Tech Writing/Professnl Comm

    (2 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 . Technical writing as a process for organized expression of ideas and knowledgeable opinion; oral presentation and writing of letters, reports, memos, and proposals for effective communication; utilization of word-processing software to assist in the writing process. Equivalent to ENG 102 .


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  • MCE 255 - Comp Aided Engineering Design

    (4 credits)
    Integration of computer-aided deisgn with computer-aided manufacturing and engineering; introduction to optimum design.


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  • MCE 324 - Introduction to Heat Transfer

    (4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): ESC 250 , ESC 301 , ESC 321 . Steady and unsteady conduction in one- and two-dimesnions; forced convection, internal and external flows; heat exchangers; introduction to radiation; elements of thermal system design.


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  • MCE 367 - Machine Design I

    (4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): ESC 211 . Design of machine elements under static and fatigue loading loading; design and application of gearing; force analysis of spur, helical, bevel and worm gears; design of gears for static and fatigue loading; use of keys, pins, and splines to attach gears to shafts.


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  • MCE 380 - Instrumentation and Measurements Laboratory

    (3 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): ESC 315 . Co-requisite: MCE 324 . Introduction to engineering measurements, standards and calibration, sensors and measurement system characteristics, signal conditioning and digital signal processing, instrumentation interfacing concepts, and measurement errors.


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  • MCE 391H - Junior Honors

    (4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): Junior honors standing, and approval of student’s advisor. Student will take an existing 300-level course in the department. The course will be modified to provide additional material appropriate to an honors course. The course modifications will be arranged by mutual consent between the student, course instructor and the undergraduate advisor.


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  • MCE 403 - Modeling and Simulation of Mechatronic Systems

    (4 credits)
    Co-requisite: MCE 441 . Unified approach to modeling of dynamic systems using bond graphs, with emphasis in electromechanical systems.Object-oriented and automated modeing concepts.Computer simulation and model validation.


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  • MCE 421 - Applied Thermodynamics

    (4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): ESC 321 . Selected thermodynamic cycles applied to real machines and systems, chemical reaction, dissociation phenomena, selected topics in clasical thermodynamics.


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  • MCE 424 - Applied Heat Transfer

    (4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): MCE 324 . Convective heat and mass transfer analogies, free convection, phase change, radiation in enclosure and gaseous media, mass diffusion, thermal systems analysis and design (including heat exchangers, heat pipes, solar systems, humidifiers).


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  • MCE 425 - Heating, Ventilating, and Air Conditioning

    (3 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): MCE 324 . Design of heating, air-cpnditioning, and total- energy systems to provide thermal environments for building structures ranging in scope from single residence to integrated commercial, apartment, or industrial complexes. Course includes factors affecting human comfort, psychometrics, heating and air-conditioning systems, heat pumps, geothermal systems, and utilization of solar energy; computer simulation of transient and steady-state heating and cooling loads in buildings; the selection of controls and appropriate equipment size.


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  • MCE 430 - Applied Fluid Mechanics

    (4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): ESC 301 . Navier-Stokes equations and boundary layer analysis; introduction to compressible flow; fundamentals of turbomachinery; propulsion systems; fluid systems analysis and design.


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  • MCE 441 - Introduction to Linear Control Systems

    (4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): ESC 350 , MCE 371 . Introduction to mathematical modeling and design of systems using one- and two-port devices; controller design; stability analysis; root locus techniques; Bode diagrams; transient and steady-state response and design of closed loop control systems.


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  • MCE 445 - Modern Controls

    (4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): MCE 441 . Classical design of control systems; state space analysis; state space design of regulator systems; linear quadratic regulator problem; optimal oberser design; computer simulation of control systems.


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  • MCE 446 - Principles of Turbomachinery and Applications

    (4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): ESC 301 , ESC 321 . Derivation of fluid and thermodynamic relations along with passage losses for turbomachinery. Applications include analysis and design of axial and radial flow turbines, compressors and pumps.


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  • MCE 450 - Design Project I

    (2 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): Completion of junior year program in mechanical engineering. Course requires the preparation of an engineering system design or project proposal covering problem identification, conceptual design, and the schedule of work required to carry out the project. (Projects are carried out in MCE 451  in a subsequent term.) Concurrent seminars on methodology, decision-making, and design evaluations. This course may fulfill a General Education Requirement.


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  • MCE 451 - Design Project II

    (2 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): MCE 450 . Execution of engineering system project planned in MCE 450 , Engineering Design Seminar. Formal report required. This course may fulfill a General Education Requirement.


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  • MCE 465 - Advanced Machine Analysis

    (4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): MCE 367 . Finite Element analysis of stresses and deflections in complex mechanical systems under static and dynamic loading. Integrating modeling techniques with 2D- and 3D-CAD systems for inputting geometric data. Comparisons of finite element results with theoretical and empirical results.


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  • MCE 483 - Thermal Systems Lab

    (3 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): MCE 324 ,MCE 380 . Experimentation and analysis of thermal/fluid systems, energy balances, performance measurements of devices and systems, data analysis and correlation, elements of experimental design.


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  • MCE 484 - Mechanical Systems Control Lab

    (3 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): MCE 380 , MCE 441 . Application of linear control theory to experimental study of mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic control systems, simulation of control systems.


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  • MCE 485 - Fluid Power Systems Lab

    (3 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): ESC 301 , MCE 380 , MCE 371 . Introduction to hydraulic and pneumatic fluid power components and systems, design of fluid power systems, analysis of components and systems, experimental verification of system modeling.


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  • MCE 491H - Senior Honors

    (4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): Senior honors standing, and approval of student’s advisor. Student will take an existing 400-level course in the department. The course will be modified to provide additional material appropriate to an honors course. The course modifications will be arranged by mutual consent between the student, course instructor and the undergraduate advisor.May be repeated up to 8 credit hours with change of topic.


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  • MCE 493 - Special Topics in Mechanical Engineering

    (4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing (individual instructor’s permission). Special offering of course material in an area of current interest to students, faculty, and the professional community.


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  • MCE 495H - Honors Research

    (4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): Senior honors standing, and approval of student’s advisor. The student will be involved with an engineering research project under the supervision of a faculty member. The specific responsibilities of the student will be arranged by mutual consent of the student, the faculty member and the student’s undergraduate advisor.


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  • MCE 496 - Independent Study

    (1-4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing, GPA of 3.0 and departmental approval. Independent research of a topic not previously studies in other mechanical engineering courses. Offered under the supervision of a faculty member. A formal report is required.


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  • MCE 499H - Honors Thesis

    (4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): Senior honors standing, and approval of student’s advisor. The student will be involved with an engineering research project under the supervision of a faculty member. The specific responsibilities of the student will be arranged by mutual consent of the student, the faculty member and the student’s undergraduate advisor. The student is to work with his or her undergraduate advisor to form a thesis committee, and orally defend his or her thesis.


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Middle Childhood Education
  

  • EDM 313 - Language Arts in Middle School

    (4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): EDB 303 , EDB 304, ESE 404 , and EDL 301 . Concurrent enrollment in EST 371 . Critical exploration and analysis of student-centered methods that encourage integrated study of the language arts. Areas of study include pragmatic and theoretical aspects of reading, writing, listening, and oral language development during early adolescence - especially as they apply to the selection of objectives, strategies, and materials for instruction and the evaluation of pupil progres. This course may fulfill a General Education Requirement.


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  • EDM 315 - Mathematics in Middle School

    (4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): EDB 303 , EDB 304, ESE 404 , EDL 301 , MTH 326 , and MTH 329 . Concurrent enrollment in EST 371 . Provides opportunities for the prospective mathematics teacher to gain experience in preparing, teaching and assessing problem-centered standards-based lessons. Focuses on materials and strategies for teaching and assessing mathematics at the middle-childhood level. Also considered are student characteristics, teaching and learning styles, issues of equity and diversity, constructivist theories of learning and the history of mathematics. Extensive use of technology is integrated throughout.


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  • EDM 316 - Soc Studies in Middle School

    (4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): EDB 303 , EDB 304, ESE 404 , and EDL 301 . Concurrent enrollment in EST 371 . Explores concepts, purposes, and underlying assumptions of teaching the social sciences; develops activities to improve children’s understanding of democratic citizenship in a pluralistic society; addresses interdisciplinary curriculum linkages.


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  • EDM 317 - Science in Middle School

    (4 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): EDB 303 , EDB 304, ESE 404 , and EDL 301 . Concurrent enrollment in EST 371 . Introduction to science instruction and assessment in upper elementary, middle, and junior high school settings; provides background and principles of science education, including instructional planning, methods and materials, integration of technology, nature of current research in science education and its role in guiding science instruction and assessment, best practices in science education and a philosophy for teaching science.


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Military Science
  

  • MSC 101 - Introduction to Leadership

    (1 credits)
    One hour of class per week focusing on several topics including organization and role of the U.S. Army, customs and traditions of the military, time management, and Army values. Lecture format and student discussion are used to reinforce basic leadership skills.


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  • MSC 102 - Introduction to Leadership

    (1 credits)
    One hour of class per week focusing on leadership development. Topics include branches of the Army, problem solving, communications, and current military issues. Emphasis on basic leadership skills is accomplished through lecture and student interaction.


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  • MSC 201 - Team Leadership

    (2 credits)
    Two hours of classroom instruction per week focusing on map reading and leadership. Various leadership styles are examined through use of military literature and video.MSC 299 , a Military Science Lab, is a corequisite for contracted cadets only.


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  • MSC 202 - Team Leadership II

    (2 credits)
    Two hours of classroom instruction per week focusing on leadership and teamwork. Examples of military leadership are reviewed in literature and video. MSC 299 , Military Science Lab, is a corequisite for contracted cadets only.


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  • MSC 213 - Orienteering

    (1 credits)
    The orienteering course is a 1 credit hour course designed to develop the students’ ability to determine their location on a map, plot a course to travel/navigate over familiar and unfamiliar terrain and end at a known/desired location. We will use US Army standard maps and equipment. This is a detailed introduction to the principles of land navigation and orienteering, to include map reading, compass use, terrain association, pace count, plotting techniques and route planning. We will also cover safety and survival in hot and cold weather environments.


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  • MSC 299 - Intermediate Military Science II Lab

    (0 credits)
    Concurrent enrollment in MSC 201 , MSC 202 , or 203. Lab stresses practical experience in basic soldierly skills while preparing cadets for Advanced Military Science.


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  • MSC 301 - Leading Small Organizations I

    (2 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): Prior approval of Military Science Department. Two classroom hours in seminar format with practical exercises. Course covers the principles of modern warfare, small unit tactics, leadership, operations orders. Class in concert with the MSC 399  Lab, a corequisite, will also provide preparation for the Advanced Summer Camp.


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  • MSC 302 - Leading Small Organizations II

    (2 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): Prior approval of Military Science Department. Prior approval of Military Science Department. Two classroom hours in seminar format with practical exercises. Course covers small unit tactics, patrolling, leadership, communications, and navigation. Class in concert with the MSC 399  Lab, a corequisite, will also provide preparation for the Advanced Summer Camp.


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  • MSC 399 - Junior Military Science Lab

    (0 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): Prior approval of Military Science Department and concurrent enrollment in MSC 301  or MSC 302  or 303. Lab stresses practical experience and involvement in leadership, tactics, navigation, communications, and operations planning. Each student will be provided many opportunities for leadership through practical exercises.


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  • MSC 401 - Transition to Lieutenant I

    (2 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): Prior approval of Military Science Department. Two hours of classroom instruction covers the United States Army staff procedures with emphasis on administration, training management, and logistical management. Leadership portion discusses various leadership theories and ethics and professionalism.


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  • MSC 402 - Transition to Lieutenant

    (2 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): Prior approval of Military Science Department. Two hours of classroom instruction covering topics of concern for the junior officer, including military justice, race relations, and drug and alcohol abuse. The course also covers those areas of military life that all junior officers will face, including discussion of subjects such as superior/subordinate relationships, pay and leave policy, military benefits, education, and promotion opportunities.


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  • MSC 499 - Senior Military Science Lab

    (0 credits)
    Prerequisite(s): Prior approval of Military Science Department. Lab stresses practical application of leadership and management skills, while staffing the Cadet Battalion. Prepares cadets for assumption of their responsibility in the Army’s Active and Reserve Components.


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Modern Languages
  
  

  • MLA 101 - Modern Languages I

    (5 credits)
    Development of proficiency in speaking, understanding, reading, and writing a foreign language (such as Portuguese, Russian, Quechua) which are not regularly offered by the department. May be repeated for credit with a change of language. Lab fee.


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