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Explanation of course credits: (4-0-12) indicates 4 credit hours, 0 recitation hours and 12 studio hours per week.
AR 110 4-0-12
Architectural Design I
(Prerequisite: Admission to the
The first semester is introductory,
whose character is high energy, creative, reflective and enthusiastic. It is
intended to introduce students to design concepts of form, space, composition,
in two and three dimensions, and how they relate to human experiences. Students
are introduced to the principles of design and the design process as a
foundation for architectural design. Being the first studios course, the
assumption is that the student comes with limited to no design or drawing
skills.
AR 111 3-0-9
Visual Communication I
(Prerequisite: Admission to the
The first course in architectural
graphic analysis and presentation techniques. Students are introduced to the basic techniques in
life drawing and design illustration. The course stresses perspective
projection as a primary method for studying and representing three-dimensional
shapes in two dimensions. Model drawing is introduced to provide human scale
for architectural studies. Monochromatic graphic tools are used ranging from
pencil to graphic pen.
AR 116
Introduction to Computer Graphics
An introduction to computer graphics. This first course utilizes Autodesk
AutoCAD on IBM compatible hardware. The course stresses three dimensional
digital modeling as a primary method of communication and design and includes
elements of computer visualization techniques. Students acquire hands-on
experience through a series of laboratory exercises and individual projects.
AR 119
Introduction to Architecture
Introduction to Architecture is offered to
first year architecture students to create awareness of the profession of
architecture. The course looks at the history of the profession; how
architecture is practiced in the United States; how the profession is changing;
current issues with the architectural profession; the tenets of the American
Institute of Architects; and ethical concerns facing a practitioner today. The
course gives students a broad based background into architecture before they
have an opportunity to be engaged in practice through cooperative education and
internship after graduation.
AR 120 4-0-12
Architectural Design II
(Prerequisite: AR 110 or permission of
advisor.)
Design II is intended to introduce students
to design concepts directly related to the design of buildings and spatial
experience. It is characterized by several short term, intense projects that
introduce the student to the many scales and concerns of architectural design
from the study of exterior spaces, to the programming of a space, to the detail
of its constructability. It is establishing the fundamentals of all aspects of
architectural design- from posing initial questions, conceptualization and
issues of realization, to materiality and constructability.
AR 121 3-0-9
Visual Communication II
(Prerequisite: AR 111.)
This course builds on the experiences from
AR 111. Color techniques are introduced such as pastels and watercolors. The
subjects in this course range from still-life and architectural interiors to
perspective presentation renderings. The complete sequence provides students
with the visual language to analyze and communicate graphically various types
of architectural concepts.
AR 130 4-0-12
Architectural Design III
(Prerequisite: AR 120 and admission to the
Design III is intended to transfer ideas
explored in first year into their architectural applications while introducing
students to the design of simple buildings and spaces as a creative integration
of multiple systems i.e. concept, site, function, structure, mechanical
systems, accessibility, materials and codes. The overall intent is to give
students the opportunity to understand and explore in more detail how various
systems inform, integrate and coordinate the design of architectural form and
space. This term focuses on the issues of the integration of form and structure
and the issue of materiality/constructability.
AR 140 4-0-12
Architectural Design IV
(Prerequisite: AR 130.)
Design IV is a continuation of studies begun
in Design III. It is intended to further develop the student’s ability to
design buildings and building complexes within the context of integrated
multiple systems. The issues of focus for this term include also
sustainability, environmental systems and the design of a totally integrated
project.
AR 210, 220, 230, & 240 5-0-15
Architectural Design V- VIII
(Prerequisite: AR 140, 210, 220, 230.)
This series of studios combines students
from the third and fourth years into a common studio to explore a particular
project type and theme. These projects change from term to term. Project types
include: housing, civic buildings, urban design, retail, office, health care
and manufacturing buildings, etc. Themes include: community design,
architectural competitions, historic preservation, electronic design,
sustainable design, representation, design-build, and architectural theory.
Examples include: an electronic design studio for the design of a German
Embassy for the City of Detroit, a design- build studio for the design and
construction of a prototypical design studio space, and a community design
studio for the design of a VFW Hall. It is the intent of these studios to
broaden and deepen the student’s design skills and experiences while preparing
them for the Master’s Studios.
AR 212
Architectural History & Theory I
(Prerequisite: Second Year Standing.)
An examination of the
emergence and development of man’s constructed environment from antiquity to
the Industrial Revolution. This
course examines various architectural traditions and traces the development of
architectural form as an expression of social, religious, political and
technological conditions.
AR 213
Principles of Structural Behavior
An analysis of known structural systems in
terms of spatial behavior in non-mathematical terms. The basic approaches to structure, proper scale of
use and the effects of various materials, geometry and construction techniques
are integrated into the course content. Illustrated lectures covering buildings
from ancient to modern are used to demonstrate structural principles.
AR 215
Construction I
(Prerequisite: Third year standing.)
An exploration of
principles and methods of architectural construction including the study of
various exterior wall systems relative to different structural systems. The investigation provides an overview beginning with
earth and footings and concludes at the roof where various roof to wall
conditions are evaluated.
AR 216
Computer Aided Design
(Prerequisite: AR 116.)
The second course in computer aided design
uses primarily Autodesk 3D Studio software. The
emphasis is on visualization and design. Students learn how to assemble complex
three-dimensional, digital architectural landscapes equipped with real-life
attributes of light, building materials, etc. These objects are rendered and
animated to facilitate the needs of the design process as well as complex graphic
presentations. Additional postprocessing and graphic
software is introduced.
AR 222
Architectural History and Theory II
(Prerequisite: AR 212.)
An examination of the
development of architecture from the Industrial Revolution to present day. The course examines the fundamental themes underlying
the creation of modern architectural form and relates them to developments in
the other plastic arts. The course makes extensive use of slides and visual
materials.
AR 225
Construction II
(Prerequisite: AR 215.)
Principles, materials and methods of
architectural construction are examined as they relate to the exterior
enclosure systems of buildings. An analysis of materials and systems,
including: dampproofing, waterproofing, curtain
walls, windows, glass and glazing, sealants and joint design, moisture and heat
control is undertaken. Codes and standards are considered for their affects on
the technical aspects of the construction process. The importance of
maintaining the integrity of exterior enclosure systems is stressed.
AR 233
Structures I
(Prerequisite: PHY 120.)
Analysis of structures. This course teaches the mathematical calculation of
structures through lectures, and individual problem assignments. It focuses on
resolution of forces; reaction; forces in frames and trusses; and forces in
frames with beams. Also examined are characteristics of structural materials
and structural components: shear and bending movements, flexural and shear
stresses, combined stresses, principal stresses, combined bending and axial
loads and stresses, deflection, continuity in structures. Light weight wood
framing is presented as is wood as a structural material.
AR 234
Environmental Technology I
(Prerequisite: PHY 120.)
Theory and application of
building plumbing systems and of heating, ventilating, cooling, humidity
control and fire protection.
Emphasizes the effects these requirements have on architecture in terms of
human comfort and health.
AR 243
Structures II
(Prerequisite: AR 233.)
This second course in structures focuses on
principles of design of simple structures. Primarily studied are the design of
beams, columns, trusses, built-up components and foundations in standard
structural materials, steel and concrete. Related building construction
techniques as well as lateral and seismic loading is also presented.
AR 244
Environmental Technology II
(Prerequisite: PHY 120.)
Physical theory of light and color;
subjective determination of light level and lighting quality; building
electrical systems; sound energy, transmission and absorption, room acoustics
and noise control.
AR 252
Architectural History & Theory III
(Prerequisite: AR 222.)
An examination of selected
examples of contemporary theory.
The course closely examines competing ideas regarding architecture, urbanism
and landscape and their implication for contemporary design.
AR 290 through 299 series
Special Problems in Architecture by arrangement
(Prerequisite: 2.75 GPA and permission of
the instructor and the dean.)
Courses under this sequence may be applied
to the elective requirements. These courses are basically directed studies with
the permission of a faculty member selected by the student. Students electing
this path may select any topic that is related to the problems of the
environment.
AR 314
Energy and Architecture
(Prerequisite: AR 234.)
An investigation of energy
conservation and use in building design with a concentration on passive
approaches. Sustainable design,
energy management, climate, daylighting, passive
heating & cooling and earth sheltering strategies are highlighted.
AR 381 3-0-9
Drawing
(Prerequisite: participation in the Polish
Exchange Program.)
A studio class in
architectural drawing which utilizes the internationally recognized Polish
system. The class emphasizes
drawing from life, memory and imagination and attempts to develop methods of
visualization and representation introducing techniques uncommon in the U.S. A
variety of graphic media are examined.
AR 382
History of Polish & Vernacular Architecture
(Prerequisite: Participation in the Polish
Exchange Program.)
A lecture class taught by
several professors from the department of History and Preservation examining
Polish architectural history, town planning & vernacular architecture, and
architectural preservation. Field
trips to historic sites such a Krakow, Lublin, Torun, Gdansk, Zamosc and Kasimierz Dolny are required.
Students document monuments and other major works of architecture located in
those cities.
AR 390 through 399 series
Special Problems in Architecture by arrangement
(Prerequisite: 2.75 G.P.A. and permission of
the instructor and the dean.)
Courses under this sequence may be applied
to the elective requirements. These courses are basically directed studies with
the permission of a faculty member selected by the student. Students electing
this path may select any topic that is related to the problems of the
environment.
AR 488 3-0-9
Urban & Regional Planning
(Prerequisite: Participation in the Polish
Exchange Program.)
A studio course that
examines the physical development of a district of Warsaw or a small town
nearby. This course analyzes the
physical, social and economic conditions of the study area, develops a master
plan addressing salient issues arising from the analysis, and proposes an urban
design expression for those issues. The course attempts to be responsive to
Poland’s transition to a free market economy by incorporating workable
solutions to Warsaw’s rapidly changing physical environment.
AR 490 through 499 series
Special Problems in Architecture by arrangement
(Prerequisite: 2.75 G.P.A., fourth year
standing, and permission of the instructor & the dean.)
Courses under this sequence may be applied
to the elective requirements. These courses are basically directed studies with
the permission of a faculty member selected by the student. Students electing
this path may select any topic that is related to the problems of the
environment.
AR 510 5-0-15
Master’s Studio I
(Prerequisite: AR 240 and admission into the
Master’s Program.)
The student poses the "question"
that the Master’s project will address. The question leads to the development
of the architectural program and the selection of the site for the project.
Design analysis and conceptualization phases are begun.
AR 517/317
Temporary Environments
(Pre-requisites: Fifth-year master’s/ AR
371, third-year standing.)
The last 20 years has witnessed a rise of
temporary work by architects currently referred to as
"installations". This graduate seminar examines how installations
have offered opportunities for technical, aesthetic, cultural and theoretical
experimentation. Stage sets, Festival Architecture and Expositions are examined
in relation to installation work. Topical discussions are focused by readings
and specific case studies. A research project/ presentation leading to a final
paper is required.
AR 518/318
Urban Design Issues
(Prerequisite: Fifth-year standing /AR 318,
third-year standing.)
This course challenges architecture students
to critically analyze the urban environment by exposing them to a
cross-disciplinary discussion of architecture, urban design and urban planning
theory. Detroit is used as a common point of discussion.
AR 519
Profession of Architecture
(Prerequisite: Fifth-year standing.)
This course examines professional practice
issues including internship, construction documents, firm organization, codes,
compensation, financial management, marketing and the architect’s
responsibilities in the project delivery process.
AR 520 5-0-15
Master’s Studio II
(Prerequisite: AR 510.)
Studies begun in Master’s Studio I are continued. Articulation of the design concept,
presentation of design conclusions and reflection on the total learning
experience, its process and products of the Master’s Studio are the foci of
this course. Documentation of the entire effort, incorporating research through
design proposal in written and graphical forms, is required.
AR 524
Sustainability and Architecture
(Prerequisite: AR 314.)
This course explores, investigates and
analyzes the concepts associated with the issue of "sustainability"
as it relates to Architecture and Urbanization. It examines what is presently
being designed within the concept of sustainable "Green" buildings as
well as what is forecast for the future
AR 527/327
Architectural Analysis
(Prerequisite: Fifth-year standing/AR 327,
third-year standing.)
Seminar and lecture activities related to
evaluation of specific architectonic elements of building relating these to psychological
responses, the visual language of building, and syntactic process.
AR 528/328
(Pre-requisites: Fifth-year master’s/AR 328,
third-year standing.)
The course explores, with the help of
visiting experts, the history of how metropolitan
AR 529/329
Development Practicum
(Pre-requisite: Fifth-year standing/AR 329,
third-year standing.)
Students, under the direction of the
instructor, undertake the analysis of an actual land development project
including market analysis, financial feasibility and process of implementation.
AR 534
Sustainability Lab
This lab applies Sustainable Design
strategies to the study of architectural and environmental problems. Passive
heating, cooling and daylighting computer software is
used to analyze and evaluate building design options and decisions. Project topics
vary according to student interest.
AR 535/335
Technology Craft & Invention
(Pre-requisites: Fifth-year master’s/AR 335,
third-year standing.)
This course critically examines and
evaluates the work of Carlo Scarpa and Steven Holl. Through comparative case study analysis, we will
investigate Scarpa’ s almost obsessive rigor towards
craft, detail, ornament, technology, and materiality and the work of Steve Holl who shares Scarpa’s
enthusiasm and passion in the search for a lyrical, poetic architecture.
AR 551/351 3-0-9
Advanced Visual Communication: Drawing
(Prerequisite: Fifth-year standing/AR 351,
third-year standing.)
It is designed to provide the student with a
graduate concentration or graduate elective in the area of visual
communications. Topics and content of the course varies.
AR 552
Computer Communication & the Practice of Architecture 3-0-0
This seminar explores the theoretical
aspects of computer communications technology (the World Wide Web–or
Internet–and 3D computer modeling of buildings) as it impacts architectural
design and how we learn design. This is not a design studio; students analyze
and critique the design process, not the results of any architectural project
designed together in class. Students learn the implications of "designing
together apart"—working with a widely-dispersed, electronically-connected
collaborative team.
AR 559
Architecture & Construction Law
(Prerequisite: Fifth-year standing.)
This course stresses the importance of
selecting the proper structure for business ventures such as corporations and
partnerships. It explores the liability of architects as a result of client
relationships and construction difficulties. Also covered are problems facing
the private practitioner, including bonding requirements and architectural
malpractice.
AR 561/361
Advanced 3D Design 3-0-3
(Pre-requisites: Fifth-year master’s/ AR
361, third-year standing.)
The course is a "hands on" design
build exploration. The term ‘urban furniture’ is shorthand for a construction
project that in some way responds to the needs of the human body relative to a
particular activity; in this case in the context of some type of public rather
than private circumstance. Each student develops a scenario and a specific site
within a given neighborhood in Detroit. Designs are developed using drawings,
models and mock-ups prior to construction of the full scale objects. Students
are given the option to work individually or in pairs.
AR 589/389
Vernacular Architecture
(Prerequisite: Fifth-year standing/AR 389,
third-year standing.)
This course surveys world vernacular
architecture, including the folk traditions of the
AR 590 through 599 series
Special Problems in Architecture by arrangement
(Prerequisite: Graduate status, and
permission of the instructor and the dean.)
Courses under this sequence may be applied
to the graduate concentration or elective requirements. These courses are
basically directed studies with the permission of a faculty member selected by
the student. Students electing this path may select any topic that is related
to the problems of the environment.
AR 590
Graduate Competitions Studio 6-0-0
This studio competition challenges students to address
architectural issues surrounding the use of specific materials in a theoretical
design problem. It utilizes the internet and traditional methods of
communication, as needed, such as hard copy drawings sent through the mail as
well as electronic copies send via e-mail. Students are required to attend a
mid-term jury and final jury at the University. A detailed schedule will be
provided by the instructor to focus an independent studio as provided for
"chat room" interchange of ideas during the term.
ARC 391 2-0-0
Architecture Co-op I
(Prerequisite: CEC 300.)
The nature and intent of these cooperative
training assignments is fully explained in the description "Cooperative
Education Sequence" found elsewhere in this catalog.
ARC 392 2-0-0
Architecture Co-op II
(Prerequisite: ARC 391.)
ARC 393 (Optional) 2-0-0
Architecture Co-op III
(Prerequisite: ARC 392.)
Graduate Courses
ACC 510
Foundations of Financial Accounting 3 cr.
This course provides an introduction to the
field of accounting and to the development and use of accounting information in
the business world. The course is structured to emphasize accounting techniques
and procedures, accounting theory and interpretation, and the use of accounting
to understand the changes in highly computerized and diversified businesses.
ACC 520
Managerial Accounting 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: ACC 510.)
Managerial accounting provides key data to
managers for planning and controlling, as well as costing products and
services. By focusing on basic concepts, analyses, uses and procedures, instead
of procedures alone, we recognize managerial accounting as a tool for business
strategy and implementation. The pace of change in organizations continues to
be rapid. The course reflects changes occurring in the role of managerial
accounting in organizations and in research on cost accounting.
ACC 530
Financial Reporting 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: ACC 520.)
An intermediate-level
study of accounting problems relative to the measurement of assets,
liabilities, equity, and the determination of income.
ACC 535
Advanced Accounting 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: ACC 530.)
Theory and practices related to accounting
for investments and business combinations and the preparation of consolidated
financial statements and international operations. Concepts and practices
applied to accounting for partnerships, governmental units, colleges and
universities, hospitals, and other non-profit organizations.
ACC 542
Strategic Cost Management 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: ACC 520.)
How managerial accounting can provide
strategic information to the firm. Topics include activity-based costing in
traditional and advanced manufacturing environments, activity-based costing in
service entities, capital budgeting in advanced manufacturing environments,
target costing, value engineering, business process reengineering, kaizen, and
analysis of micro-profit centers.
ACC 550
Accounting Information Systems 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: ACC 520.)
Systems approach to management and
information, stressing the manager-user viewpoint in covering management and
organization systems, computer-based systems, systems design and analysis, and
decision-making concepts. No computer programming is required.
ACC 551
Auditing 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: ACC 530.)
An introduction to the
basic standards, procedures, and theories of independent and internal auditing
with primary emphasis on financial statement examinations by CPAs. The nature and scope of auditing, auditing standards
and procedures, statements on auditing standards, code of ethics, and internal
control.
ACC 555
Controllership 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: ACC 520.)
A study of the scope of
the responsibilities of the controllership function. These responsibilities include planning for control,
reporting and interpreting accounting and other information, and evaluating and
consulting with all segments of management. The course focuses on the
management control systems and the environment within which it operates. Topics
may include strategic planning, budgeting, ethics in management accounting,
control in multinational firms, control of projects, transfer pricing
techniques and policies, and compensation as a motivational tool.
ACC 560
Federal Income Taxation 3 cr.
(Prerequisite ACC 520.)
This course sensitizes managers to the tax
implications of managerial decision making. Particular emphasis is placed on
tax planning in order to minimize Federal tax liabilities.
ACC 595
Seminar in Accounting 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: ACC 520 or approval of instructor.)
An intensive examination of selected
financial, managerial and/or tax reporting topics from the perspective of
historical background, current theory, and pronouncements of official bodies
governing accounting practices.
Computer
and Information Systems
Graduate Courses
CIS 501
Introduction to Information Systems 3 cr.
This course presents the principles and
methods for developing information systems in Visual Basic. Topics include the
design of graphic user-interfaces and processing for typical business
applications.
CIS 502
Structured Development for the Internet 3 cr.
This course introduces the principles of
object-orientation and the application of Java programming techniques for
applications. Topics also include Java applets, and animating web pages using
Java; basic concepts of the Internet and web; basic concepts of concurrent
programming and threads; virtual machine architectures with emphasis on code
mobility and security; building of rich user-interfaces using Java and AWT.
CIS 503
Software System Documentation 3 cr.
This course supplies the technical writing
skills requisite to document software system deliverables. Topics also include
systematic approaches to software documentation; the preparation of business
proposals and recommendations; writing of technical proposals and papers;
explanation and representation of concepts, information, processes and
standards; computer-based tools for creation of documentation.
CIS 505
Project Management 3 cr.
This course presents the full set of project
management methods, models, software tools and standards for planning,
scheduling, costing and control of software and information systems related
projects, teambuilding and organizational issues. This course embodies all of
the significant elements of the PMI - Body of Knowledge (PM-BOK).
CIS 510
Object Oriented Software Development 3 cr.
This course focuses on abstraction and
object based modeling. Students develop and implement programs using an object
oriented approach. The goal of this course is to make students jointly capable
in object representation and programming in a modern object oriented language
such as Visual Basic, Java, or C++.
CIS 520
Software Requirements 3 cr.
This course communicates the principles and
methods that underlie the requirements specification process and provides
explicit foundation in the development of a Software Requirements Specification
(SRS). Emphasis is on formal, industry-accepted, methods and standards for
requirements specification.
CIS 525
Software Design and Construction 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: CIS 520.)
This course studies the architecture and
design of software systems and programs, including software structure
representation and optimization. The principles, methods and techniques of
effective software development are presented including ICASE.
CIS 530
Software Quality Assurance & Testing 3 cr.
This course presents the concepts, standards
and methods requisite for the establishment and maintenance of an effective SQA
function within an IT organization. This includes all knowledge necessary to
establish product, process and quality system integrity and assurance. The
emphasis is on the application of SQA standards and best practices, v&v testing and review principles, methods, models,
standards and tools at the System and unit level.
CIS 535
Metrics and Models for Software Management 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: CIS 530.)
The fundamentals and applications of metrics
and models for quality management are examined in this course. This includes
all of the background necessary to establish a quality metric and improvement
program.
CIS 540
Software Process Management 3 cr.
This course is presumed to be the capstone
for the core. It presents the principles and practices requisite to create a
defined and continuously improving software organization. It is centered on the
use of global standards and models to build a practical process architecture
that will enhance the maturity/capability of software processes.
CIS 543
Software Lifecycle Documentation 3 cr.
This course provides a practical
understanding of the details of the documentation elements delineated by the
IEEE/IEA 12207.1/1998 Guideline. These outcomes will allow an organization to
fully implement a complete set of repeatable processes as defined by the IEEE
12207.0 Standard. In addition, the data items defined by this guideline allow
an organization to build an information system sufficient to achieve
quantitative management of its processes.
CIS 553
Graphical User Interface Development 3 cr.
This course examines the techniques, tools
and languages for development of GUI applications in client/ server
environment, with emphasis on object-orientation. Topics include the design and
implementation of GUI applications; managing an integrated development
environment; techniques for modifying visual objects at code level; the
importance of human factors for consistent GUIs; testing and integration of
components.
CIS 554
Software Maintenance 3 cr.
This course examines the reengineering of
existing programs and systematic documentation of structured programs. This is
illustrated using the COBOL language and includes relevant standards, methods,
models and tools for software maintenance as well as the preparation of
software maintenance plans.
CIS 555
Database Design 3 cr.
This course presents a detailed examination
of the database design process and technology such as: data modeling, logical
and physical design, data administration, Standard Query Language (SQL),
ORACLE, and database design tools.
CIS 556
Advanced Database Issues 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: CIS 555)
This course examines contemporary issues in
databases focused but not limited to: data warehouses, data marts, data mining,
database programming, temporal/distributed/ heterogeneous databases, application
planning and system integration.
CIS 557
Networks 3 cr.
This course presents the standardization and
design issues requisite for building the communication infrastructure. Topics
include: Communication hardware and software, standards and protocols (like:
OSVISO and TCP/IP.) LAN, EDI. Special emphasis is placed on recent advances,
Internet tools and exploration of networking techniques.
CIS 558
Distributed Software Development 3 cr.
This course examines client/server
application development using flexible modeling methodologies and supporting
tools. Topics also include the principles of developing distributed and
concurrent applications; the common repository; the tools of integrated
development environments; portable open architectures; the language constructs
for supporting the distributed paradigm.
CIS 559
Electronic Data Interchange 3 cr.
This is an in-depth orientation to
principles and practices of EDI as used in business applications. Topics
include analysis, design and implementation of EDI systems, in addition to
introduction to related standards and data mapping tools, server side
techniques and B2B and B2C principles and methods.
CIS 560
Electronic Commerce 3 cr.
This course examines real world applications
in electronic commerce. Topics also include related business strategies,
consumer applications, business applications, and security issues. Cases are
analyzed to develop insight into innovative electronic commerce applications in
a variety of industries.
CIS 565
Information and Society 3 cr.
This explores the role of the information
professional in today’s society. Topics include roles, values and norms,
information use, information protection and security, and legal and ethical
concerns such as rights of privacy and access.
CIS 580
Advanced Topics in Information Systems 3 cr.
This offers a discussion of current
leading-edge issues.
CIS 589
International Software Management 3 cr.
This course educates students for leadership
in the international IT community. It emphasizes understanding of the differing
concepts, methods, practices and perceptions of diverse global constituencies.
This is reinforced by hands-on work in a selected host country.
CIS 590
Leadership in Assessment 3 cr.
This requires completion of an IRCA/RAB
certified Lead Assessor course including completion of course work in
Preparation for Assessment and Implementation of Standards. The outcome is
certification as an IRCA/RAB Lead Assessor.
CIS 591
Audit 3 cr.
This course is based on the
auditing/assessment principles and methods embodied in several standard
guidelines including ISO 10011, CMM and ISO 15504. While focusing on the
internal audit of quality systems, students will be prepared to audit
compliance with the IEEE 12207.0 and 12207.1 standard, CMM and ISO 15504 as third
parties.
CIS 595
Directed Research 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: Approval of instructor and
director of Graduate Business Programs.)
This is an intensive study of some special
problem taken under the direction of a supervising faculty member.
CIS 599
Master’s Thesis in Software Management 6 cr.
Student should consult the prospective
advisor for substantive requirements and the Graduate Business Programs Office
for formal requirements.
Graduate Courses
ECN 510 Economic Analysis 3 cr.
Microeconomics concerns itself with
analyzing rational decision-making processes by consumers, producers,
competitive firms, monopolistic competitors, oligopolists
and monopolistic enterprises. Decision-making processes aim at
value-maximization by consumers, factor efficiency and cost-minimization by
producers, and profit maximization by sellers. In addition to studying
production, distribution and consumer decision, Microeconomics also analyzes
rational behavior of factor suppliers whether they be providers of labor, raw
materials, parts or services for utility maximization by suppliers and
value-product optimization by factor employers. Diverse aspects of buying and
selling are then integrated into a general equilibrium model for social optimality.
ECN 512
Analysis of Economics Conditions 3 cr.
The primary function of this course is to
delve into economic analysis to describe, explain and predict aggregate
measures of economic activities such as product, employment/unemployment,
inflation, international trade and the balance of payments. The course
constructs macro economic models of the economy, based on theory, to explain
economic events. The models are then used to apply to and evaluate policy
alternatives and actions of governments in their attempt to influence economic
outcomes such as keeping inflation in check while achieving fuller employment
while trading successfully with economies abroad.
ECN 520
Economic Policy 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: ECN 510 and ECN 512.)
An analysis of current economic and social
problems, such as the role of government in a market-oriented society,
externalities, market structure, regulation, anti-trust, crime reduction,
education, health, income maintenance. Impact of government budgets upon
resource allocation and the distribution of income. Monetary and fiscal
policies. Inflation, employment, growth and the international dimension of
policies.
ECN 545
Economics of the Public Sector 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: ECN 510 or equivalent.)
The role of the public
sector in a market-oriented economy.
Efficiency criteria in public decision-making, budgeting, setting of
priorities. Economic analysis of the incidence and economic effects,
particularly on resource allocation and income distribution of major taxes,
including their structures. Problems of intergovernmental relations.
ECN 546
Money and Capital Markets 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: ECN 510 and ECN 512.)
A flow of funds approach
to the study of financial institutions and markets. Analysis of the nature and role of monetary and non-monetary
financial institutions. Effects of cyclical and secular changes in business
activity. Federal Reserve policies and treasury operations in the financial
markets. Interworking of financial and non-financial
markets.
ECN 548
Business Forecasting 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: MBA 520 or equivalent.)
(Formerly ECN 520.) A study of the nature, techniques and problems of
business forecasting. Indicators of business activity. Short-run econometric
forecasting models and the construction of aggregate forecasts and forecasts
for major sectors of the economy. Application of aggregate and sector forecasts
to particular industries and firms. Long-run predictions.
ECN 565
Theory of International Trade 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: ECN 510 and ECN 512 or
consent of the instructor.)
An approach to the theory
of international trade. The
determination of the amount and composition of goods and services traded by
nations, the terms of trade and changes in the structure of world trade. The
impact of international trade on domestic stability, welfare and development.
International factor price equalization, location theory and general methods of
international economic relations. Qualitative and quantitative trade barriers.
ECN 566
International Monetary Analysis 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: ECN 565 or consent of the
instructor.)
An analysis of monetary
and financial problems, adjustment mechanisms and policies of international
trade. The foreign exchange
market, capital flows, the problem of international liquidity. Particular,
cyclical, secular and structural disequilibria in balance of payments. Gold
movements. The role of national central banks and international monetary
agencies.
ECN 585
Seminar in Monetary and Fiscal Policy 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: ECN 510, ECN 512 and ECN 546
or consent of instructor.)
A study of monetary and fiscal policies
designed to achieve maximum employment, price stability and economic growth.
International interrelationships.
Master
of Business Administration
Graduate Courses
MBA 510
Legal Environment 1.5 cr.
This course reviews the immediate legal
problems confronting business organizations in the contemporary world. Topics
include: the formation of contracts, execution and defenses to contract claims,
contract remedies and contract damages. Also considered are sales contracts
that emphasize international sales. Special attention will be devoted to the
employment contract with emphasis on early termination problems, sexual
discrimination and harassment problems as these emerge via new interpretations
of the law.
MBA 512
Statistical Analysis for Decision Making 3 cr.
This course addresses the ever-increasing
availability and use of quantitative data in decision making. The central
concept of uncertainty and risk and the relationship between business decisions
and games of chance are treated. Sample data analysis is followed by
probability theory and models and functions of random variables, culminating in
inferences from data.
MBA 514
Foundations of Management 1.5 cr.
This course addresses concepts of
organizational design and organizational behavior within the context of
contingency theory. Organizational design focuses on the basic types of
structures of the formal organization, as well as the key processes required
for those structures to function. Organizational behavior focuses on activities
of the manager, behaviors traceable to the informal organization, and to
motivational needs of the organization’s membership.
MBA 516
Foundations of Marketing 2 cr.
The course examines the marketing functions
in consumer, business-to-business, government and non-profit markets with an
emphasis on the role of marketing in the organization. Areas to be investigated
include marketing and customer information, market segmentation, global and ethical
issues, as well as, product planning, channels of distribution, pricing and
promotion analysis.
MBA 518
Foundations of Financial Management 2 cr.
(Prerequisites: ACC 510, ECN 510.)
The essential elements of corporate
financial management are explored in this course. Topics include: ratio
analysis, time value of money, risk versus return, leverage and all aspects of
long term corporate capital budgeting and financing. The course develops the
student’s ability to evaluate business decisions.
MBA 519
Foundations of Production and Operations Management 2 cr.
(Prerequisite: MBA 512.)
Operations Management is responsible for
planning and coordinating the use of the organization’s resources to produce
goods and provide services (convert inputs into outputs). Operations decisions
involve design decisions and operating decisions. Design decisions relate to
capacity planning, product design, process design, layout of facilities and
selecting locations for facilities. Operating decisions relate to quality assurance,
scheduling, inventory management and project management.
MBA 520
Decision Analysis 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MBA 512.)
This course familiarizes the student with
frequently used models in decision science and management science. Such models
include regression and correlation, forecasting and time series; decision
analysis; risk simulation; optimization techniques, e.g., linear programming,
modeling, operations research and management science methods.
MBA 521
Personal Development and Social Responsibility:
Management Perspectives 3 cr.
This course serves as a gateway into the
University’s MBA program. Three major threads are introduced. Personal
development (e.g., personal values and life goals) team building, and issues of
social responsibility (e.g., implementation of corporate social policy). These
threads relate to three levels of the human system – person, group, and
society. Exercises are also utilized to assess key skills required for
managerial effectiveness.
MBA 522
Corporate Finance 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: MBA 518.)
A practitioner-oriented
study approach to the problems facing the corporate financial manager. Application of modern finance theory and tools to
problem-solving in the areas of capital budgeting, working capital management,
long-term financing and dividend policy and mergers and restructuring
decisions.
MBA 524
Marketing Management and Planning 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: MBA 516)
This course analyzes and assesses marketing
opportunities and threats, assesses competitive advantages and disadvantages,
and develops business plans that are consistent with these assessments.
Specific topics include methods of market analysis and decision making in
multi-markets and global strategic businesses. The course may include case
analysis, a group project or a simulation that examines the strategic marketing
position of the firm.
MBA 525
Organizational Processes and Leadership 4 cr.
This course addresses the characteristics of
contemporary work organizations (flat in structure, team-based in decision
making, networked for information sharing and communication, diversified in
membership, and global in orientation) and the leadership function. It
concentrates on the essential leadership skills of critical thinking, problem
solving, written presentation, oral presentation, and behavioral flexibility.
For each skill area, individual feedback is given to participants as the basis
for personal and career development.
MBA 526
Information Systems and Technology 3 cr.
A comprehensive study of
management information systems and technology, theory and practice. The course presents concepts encompassing strategic
impact, technology integration, managing rapidly evolving technologies, IT
sourcing policies, application development process and partnerships and
constituencies.
The course aims to prepare leaders in
managing the use of information, systems and technology to harness the power of
new technologies to make better decisions and more effectively manage
organizations, thereby enabling them to compete more effectively. This course
uses case studies in a team format.
MBA 528
Organizational Behavior: Management Development 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MBA 514.)
An in-depth examination of
the leadership function within the
work organization. Essential skills of effective leaders: goal setting, written
and oral presentation and behavioral flexibility. The behavioral dimension and
the impact of various skills to explain the necessary leadership role of both
technical and non-technical personnel in the work organization.
MBA 531
Applied Decision Analysis 3 cr.
(Prerequisite MBA 512.)
The management skill of
modeling in support of decision making. Assessing uncertainties, risk preference and selecting the best course
of action in a management decision making situation. Decision making with prior
probability, decision analysis with sampling, incorporating decision preference
into models. Single and multi-attribute utility models and risk analysis.
MBA 533
Operations Research 3 cr.
(Prerequisite MBA 512.)
Deterministic and stochastic models and
their application in business decision making and research.
MBA 535
Systems Simulation 3 cr.
(Prerequisite MBA 512.)
Investigation of computer-based simulation
techniques as a tool for analyzing various business,
industrial and service organizations.
MBA 537
Systems and Project Management 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: MBA 519 and approval of
instructor.)
As technological integration and product
complexity increase, so do new-product introduction lead times. To stay
competitive, companies have sought to shorten the development times of new
products by managing product development efforts as discrete projects using
project management tools. This course provides students with up-to-date project
management methods and tools to effectively plan, organize, and control product
development processes.
MBA 538
Advanced Topics in Industrial and Operations Management 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: Approval of instructor.)
Analysis of current problem facing
industrial managers: JIT, flexible manufacturing and DSS.
MBA 539
System Dynamics: Managing Complexity 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: MBA 514 and approval of
instructor.)
This course introduces students to system
dynamics modeling for the analysis of policy and strategy in social systems.
Students learn to visualize an organization in terms of the structures and
policies that create dynamics and regulate performance.
MBA 540
Capital Expenditures 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: Core Finance.)
A study of those
principles essential to an understanding of international investment and
financing problems. Topics include
current theories and practice and the global financial environment, foreign
exchange, financial derivatives, financing international transactions, and
global asset management.
MBA 542
Investments 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MBA 522.)
This course introduces investment analysis.
Topics covered include: securities markets, participating in these markets,
valuation of stocks and bonds, risk and return, options, futures, theory and
evidence of market efficiency, concepts concerning diversification, and an
introduction to both portfolio theory and the capital asset pricing model, and
its impact on finance.
MBA 543
Advanced Investment 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MBA 542.)
The emphasis in this course is portfolio
construction, assessment and risk control. Additional topics include: the
development of modern portfolio theory, portfolio construction, risk
assessment, the use of derivatives and their impact on concepts related to risk
and return, and asset allocation decisions relative to market conditions. Much
of this is done in the context of mutual funds.
MBA 545
Global Financial Management 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MBA 518.)
A study of those
principles essential to an understanding of international investment and
financing problems. Current
theories and practice on global financial environment, foreign exchange,
financial derivatives, financing international transactions, and global asset
management.
MBA 547
Real Estate 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MBA 518.)
Course considers selection, financing and
taxation of investment in real property. Types of real estate investments,
concepts regarding risk/return relationships, sources of investment capital and
the criteria for selection of real estate investment and financing sources are
also considered.
MBA 550
New Product Management 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MBA 516.)
This course studies the entire process of
new product development from ideation, concept testing, prototypes, product
design, packaging labeling, test marketing, national launch, and customer
feedback. More recent themes in new product development such as total quality
management (TQM) and ISO9000 compliance, innovation and improvisation, pioneer
versus late mover advantage, market versus competitor orientation, and
standardization versus customization are investigated. Case analysis of major
new product/services successes and failures in the industrial and consumer
goods sectors are undertaken.
MBA 551
Marketing Communications 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MBA 516.)
A theoretical and applied
study of communication strategies in marketing, especially media advertising,
corporate advertising and promotional campaigns. The effectiveness of advertising and promotional mix
strategies on influencing buyer attitudes and behavior are examined.
MBA 552
Marketing Research 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MBA 512 and MBA 524.)
as well as statistical techniques A study of
marketing research as a process, including preliminary steps and research
design, questionnaires, secondary and primary data sampling, processing and
interpreting data, evaluation and effective presentation of findings.
Behavioral science aspects of research are investigated.
MBA 553
Consumer Behavior 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MBA 516.)
Current theories and research on the
behavior of consumers is examined from the viewpoint of marketing management
decisions, planning and research. The behavioral science concepts underlying
the study of consumer behavior are investigated.
MBA 555
Channels Management and Logistics 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MBA 519, MBA 524.)
Design, implementation and
evaluation of marketing channels.
Channel theory, channel member interactions, retail marketing systems,
wholesaling, franchising and logistics concepts (transportation, warehousing,
location analysis. Pricing issues, regulatory impact and deregulation, particularly
in the international markets.
MBA 558
Global Marketing Management 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MBA 516.)
This course studies the recent phenomenon
and theories of global markets and opportunities, globalization drivers, global
brands and services, global consumer cultures, global marketing strategies and
tactics, and global market shares. Case analysis of major global companies in
the industrial and consumer goods sectors are undertaken. Specific global
marketing strategies addressed include: global strategic alliances;
globalization versus localization; standardization versus customization of
products and services.
MBA 562
Entrepreneurship 3 cr.
This course covers the entrepreneurial
process from conception to birth to adolescence of a new venture. It concentrates
on attributes of entrepreneurs/intrapreneurs
searching for opportunities, and gathering resources to convert opportunities
into businesses. Students learn to evaluate new ventures and develop a business
plan to pursue those ventures. It is stressed throughout that new venture
development can happen both within and outside an existing organization.
MBA 570
International Business Law 3 cr.
The internationalization of business
throughout the world has introduced to the American business community the fact
that American law no longer is the dominant rule. This course introduces the
American business-person to the difference in legal systems governing
international trades, the different legal rules and restraints imposed by
treaty and by the realignment of the world business community, and the various
remedies and protections available to the American business community.
MBA 571
Environmental Law 3 cr.
An analysis of the impact
of Federal and State environmental law on American business. The material covered includes creation of
administrative agencies, empowerment, rule making procedures, the power of
adjudication, compliance, penalties and dispute resolution. Public Acts
considered include Air Quality Control Act, Water Quality Control Act, Toxic
Substances Control Acts, Waste Management including underground storage tanks
and National Energy Plans. Also considered are the international consequences
of these acts and policies.
MBA 576
Organization in Society: Critical Issues in Labor 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MBA 514.)
Current issues affecting employees as they
deal with collective-bargaining processes. A study of past, current and
anticipated goals, policies and practices of the U.S. labor movement.
MBA 584
Organizational Behavior: Organizational Analysis 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MBA 514.)
Structural and functional
effectiveness of work organizations and their implications for behavioral
consequences. Mechanistic vs.
organic systems, adherence to classical principles of organization, technology
as a base factor. Organizational climate. Technical vs. social foundations of
organization.
MBA 585
Organizational Behavior: Organization Development 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MBA 514.)
The organization as a
complex social system whose outputs are dependent upon human inputs. Issues and technologies associated with the
introduction of organizational change, including laboratory training,
diagnostic intervention (survey-feedback confrontation), process interventions
(team development) and task and environmental interventions.
MBA 586
Organizational Behavior: Administrative Strategy 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MBA 514.)
Administration as a
dynamic process from the perspective of upper level management, with an
emphasis on the political processes in the work organization. Power relationships established with internal and
external influences. Types and composition of coalitions.
MBA 589
Managing the Global Firm 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: All core courses.)
Managerial decisions
facing the manager of a multinational corporation. The case method is used extensively to examine
marketing decisions, financial operations, personnel processes and strategies
planning.
MBA 590
Strategic Management 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: Completion of MBA Core.)
Administration as a
dynamic process. Leadership
strategy and the formulation, analysis and evaluation of organizational
strategic policy. Case material and reports require the student to integrate
his/her knowledge and skills for purposes of strategic policy decision-making.
MBA 592
Emerging Trends in Business 1-3 cr.
This course is devoted to the investigation
of significant, current trends in the area of business. Topics covered in the
course vary across a wide spectrum of possible areas. Topics will be announced
in advance. The course may be repeated when the topic changes.
MBA 594
International Studies in Business 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: Completion of all pre-core
requirements and approval of program director.)
Study in one or more disciplines conducted
abroad under supervision of members of the faculty. This course provides
students with the opportunity to gain additional perspective on international
business, with specific reference to the host country. May be repeated once
with permission of program director.
MBA 595
Directed Study and Research 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: Approval of instructor and
the director of Graduate Business Programs.)
MBA 596
Integrated Field Project 1 cr.
(Prerequisites: Core Courses)
To reflect the applied nature of this MBA
program, participants are encouraged to directly apply what they are learning
to their own job setting and life experiences. This (subject) is usually
undertaken by identifying a problem or change affiliated with one’s work
organization, describing that problem or change, and projecting a solution to
the problem or likely outcome of the change. Participants then submit an
approximately ten-page report to a faculty adviser; they will give an oral
presentation of the report to their peers.
MBA 599
Master’s Thesis 6 cr.
(Open to students with approval of
instructor and the director of Graduate Business Programs.) Requires the
submission of a thesis under the direction of a supervising faculty member.
Students should consult the Graduate Business Programs Office for format
requirements.
BUS 516
Marketing Administration 3 cr.
(Open to Engineering Management Students
only.) An introductory study of the management of marketing—a downstream
function of business that links the firm to customers, clients, and consumers.
Fundamental concepts of marketing are explored including the marketing concept,
marketing orientation, customer orientation, as well as several components of
the marketing function such as product innovation, new product design,
marketing research, product mix, communications mix, retailing, Internet
marketing, channels of distribution, pricing, and global marketing. The ethical
implications of marketing decisions are also discussed.
BUS 519
Operations Management 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MBA 512 or equivalent.)
(Open to Engineering Management Students
only.) An introduction to the concepts and techniques of modern operations
management. Design and structuring of operating systems, production planning,
inventory control, material requirements planning, project management,
facilities layout, operations process, job design, and quality control are
studied. Software packages are utilized in the application of these topics.
Courses for Advanced Undergraduates and
Graduate Students
CHM 401
Inorganic Chemistry 4 cr.
(Prerequisite: CHM 342.)
General survey of modern
inorganic chemistry.
CHM 420
Introduction to Polymer Engineering and Science 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: CHM 229, CHM 342.)
Introductory overview of
terminology, synthesis, properties, and fabrication of polymers.
CHM 425
Polymer Surface Coatings 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: CHM 420.)
Chemical, physical and mechanical properties
of polymers related with their functions as protective coatings. Comparisons
between coatings made with various alkyds and varnishes. The effects of
solvents (and mixtures of solvents), fillers, wetting and flatting agents
related to the special requirements of coatings. Equipment required for
preparation and applications of coatings. Necessary evaluation tests and the
significance of these tests.
CHM 429
Industrial Chemistry and its Relation to Societal Issues 3 cr.
Survey of the chemical and allied products,
industries, size, economic importance and practices. Sources, interdependence,
uses and hazards of industrially important compounds. Environmental problems,
risk-benefit analysis and long-term changes needed in energy use. Raw materials
and waste disposal.
CHM 471
Biochemistry I 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: CHM 227 with grade of C or
better.)
The chemistry of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic
acids in relation to cellular structure. Special emphasis on enzymes and
enzyme kinetics.
CHM 472
Biochemistry II 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: CHM 471 or equivalent.)
Intermediary metabolism of
carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, porphyrins, and
nucleic acids. Bio-energetics in terms of cellular utilization and
conservation of energy. Metabolic controls in terms of genetic and enzymatic
mechanisms.
CHM 473
Biochemistry Laboratory I 2 cr.
(Co-requisite: CHM 472.)
Isolation, purification
and characterization of carbohydrates, nucleic acids and proteins from natural
sources. Enzyme kinetics using
isolated enzymes. Designed to supplement CHM 471 and 472.
CHM 474
Recent Advances in Biochemistry Related to Societal Issues 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: CHM 471, CHM 472.)
An advanced treatment of
current research in biochemistry.
Receptors, hormones, neurobiochemistry, recombinant
DNA, biochemistry of disease. Emphasis on proper interpretation of the
literature and the significance of the discoveries to the improvement of life.
Discussion with student participation.
CHM 481
Instrumental Analysis 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: CHM 342, CHM 387.)
Theory and use of instruments as applied to
physicochemical and analytical measurements.
CHM 482
Instrumental Analysis Laboratory 2 cr.
(Prerequisite: CHM 481 or equivalent.)
Laboratory procedures solving problems in
correlation with the theories developed in CHM 481.
Graduate Courses
Open to Graduate Students Only
CHM 500
Seminar 0-1 cr.
Critical discussion of topics of general
interest. Required of all full-time students during each term of graduate
study. Part-time students are encouraged to attend. All students are required
to take two semesters of seminar for one credit each during which time they
write a review paper and present a seminar.
CHM 501
Inorganic Chemistry 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: Two terms of undergraduate
physical chemistry or their equivalents.)
General survey of modern
inorganic chemistry.
CHM 502
Chemical Information and Safety 1 cr.
An introduction to current
methods of chemical information retrieval. Also, an introduction to safety procedures and OSHA requirements for
the handling, storage, and disposal of chemicals.
CHM 521
Mechanistic Organic Chemistry 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: One year undergraduate
courses in both organic and physical chemistry.)
A survey of reaction
mechanisms in organic chemistry including methods of mechanism determination,
and applications of mechanistic understanding.
CHM 522
Synthetic Organic Chemistry 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: CHM 521.)
Systematic review of the major synthetic
methods of organic chemistry including strategies for multi-step syntheses and
targeting both natural products and novel molecules.
CHM 525
Polymer Surface Coatings 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: CHM 420.)
Chemical, physical and mechanical properties
of polymers related to their functions as protective coatings. Comparisons
between coatings made with various alkyds and varnishes. The effects of
solvents (and mixtures of solvents), fillers, wetting and flatting agents related to the special requirements of
coatings. Equipment required for the preparation and applications of coatings.
Necessary evaluation tests and significance of these tests.
CHM 529
Industrial Aspects of Chemistry 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: One year undergraduate course
in organic chemistry.)
Industrial transformations
of various feedstocks of the chemical and allied
industries. Commercial uses of
inorganic and organic substances including macromolecular materials. Utilization
of different chemicals in the economy.
CHM 534
Synthesis and Characterization of Macromolecules 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: CHM 420, one year
undergraduate organic chemistry.)
Practical discussion of the reactions and
techniques involved in the preparation of polymer samples, their purification
and characterization.
CHM 541
Thermodynamics of Molecular Systems 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: One year undergraduate course
in physical chemistry.)
Thermodynamics of
molecular systems with an introduction to the behavior of macromolecules.
CHM 542
Physical Chemistry of Macromolecules 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: CHM 541.)
Theoretical treatment of
the behavior of macromolecules in solution and in the glassy and crystalline
states as a function of their structure.
CHM 550
Introduction to Polymer Engineering and Science 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: one year organic chemistry,
one year physical chemistry.)
Introductory overview of
terminology, synthesis, properties, and fabrication of polymers.
CHM 561
Biochemistry of Macromolecules I 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: CHM 229 or permission of
instructor.)
Three hours of lecture and class discussion
per week. The chemistry of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins and nucleic acids in
relation to cellular structure. Applications and modifications. Special
emphasis on enzymes and enzyme kinetics.
CHM 562
Biochemistry of Macromolecules II 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: CHM 561 or equivalent.)
Chemistry of
carbohydrates, lipids, proteins and nucleic acids in relation to cellular
structure. Applications and
modifications. Special emphasis on enzymes and enzyme kinetics.
CHM 570
Basic Biochemistry 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: CHM 229.)
An introduction to
structure-function relationships of biomolecules,
including amino acids, proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids. Also an introduction to metabolism, including glycolysis, Krebs cycle and oxidation phosphorylation.
Physiological applications of biochemistryare
stressed. Designed for students in special programs in the health sciences.
CHM 573
Biochemistry Laboratory I 2 cr.
(Co-requisite: CHM 562.)
Isolation, purification
and characterization of carbohydrates, nucleic acids and proteins from natural
sources. Techniques of
spectroscopy, column, and thin-layer chromatography. Enzyme kinetics using
isolated enzymes. Designed to supplement CHM 561 and CHM 562.
CHM 574
Recent Advances in Biochemistry 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: CHM 562.)
An advanced treatment of
current research in biochemistry.
Receptors, hormones, neurobiochemistry, recombinant
DNA, biochemistry of disease. Emphasis on interpretation of the literature and
the significance of recent discoveries to the improvement of life. Discussion
with student participation.
CHM 581
Advanced Instrumental Analysis 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: Undergraduate physical
chemistry.)
Application of physical
methods to the study of chemical systems with emphasis on spectroscopic
techniques.
CHM 582
Advanced Instrumental Analysis Laboratory 2 cr.
(Prerequisite: Graduate standing and
permission of the instructor.)
Three hours of lab instruction per week/
credit. Laboratory experience in solving problems using selected instrumental
methods of chemical analysis.
CHM 598
Non-Thesis Research 1 cr.
A student may elect up to three credits of
non-thesis research in the laboratory of a chemistry faculty member. A research
report is required at the end of each semester.
CHM 601
Special Topics in Chemistry 1-3 cr.
(Prerequisite: Individual prerequisites and
course descriptions specified in appropriate course announcements.)
Varying topics of interest
in different branches of chemistry.
CHM 699
Thesis Research Progressive credit
Courses for Advanced Undergraduates and Graduate Students
E 442
Finite Element Methods 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: E 326, MTH 402 or equivalent.)
Matrix techniques: solution of large systems
of algebraic equations. Basic equations from solid mechanics. Finite element
methods, 1-dimensional and 2-dimensional formulation. Computer applications in
structural mechanics.
E 444
Vibrations 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: E 313, MTH 372.)
Free and forced vibrations
of systems with one degree of freedom. Rotating and reciprocating unbalance, critical speeds, vibration
isolation and transmissibility, vibration measuring instruments, frequency
response. Free and forced vibration of two degrees of freedom systems.
Introduction to matrix methods.
E 448
Advanced Fluid Mechanics 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: E 314.)
Ideal fluids. Basic principles and equations of motion and
continuity. Potential flow, velocity potential and stream function. Standard
flow types and superposition. Complex variables, conformal mapping. Schwarz Christoffel transformations and free stream lines. Viscous
fluids and derivation of Navier-Strokes equations.
Boundary layer theory. Flow in porous media. Introduction to turbulence.
E 456
Optimization 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MTH 372.)
Methods of finding extreme
of functions and functional relating to engineering process problems. Constrained variables and systems. Application of
differential calculus. Lagrange multipliers, variational
methods, the maximum principle. Dynamic, linear and geometric programming.
E 478
Mechatronics 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: E 320 and EE 352.)
Principles, components,
and design of mechatronic systems, including modeling
and simulation, sensors, actuators, control strategies, and instrumentation. These topics are explored in the context of a group
project.
Graduate Courses
Open to Graduate Students Only
E 502
Design of Experiments 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MTH 427/527.)
Study of techniques for
designing and analyzing experiments such that the results will yield the
maximum useful information.
Coverage includes: experimental design and analysis, testing of hypothesis,
analysis of variance and covariance, graphical techniques, factorials,
incomplete blocks, latin squares, response surfaces,
and case studies. A team project is required.
E 504
Conduction Heat Transfer 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: E 340.)
An in-depth analysis of
conduction heat transfer. Topics
include: derivation of the heat conduction equation, application of boundary
conditions, and analytical and approximate solutions to the governing partial
differential equations. A dual emphasis is placed on understanding the
fundamentals and modeling real-world problems.
E 506
Convection Heat Transfer 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: E 314, E 340.)
An in-depth analysis of
convection heat transfer. Topics
include: derivation of the continuity, momentum, and energy equations,
application of boundary conditions, and analytical and approximate solutions to
the governing partial differential equations. Special attention is paid to the
boundary layer equations, internal flows, and natural convection. Both laminar
and turbulent flows are analyzed. A dual emphasis is placed on understanding
the fundamentals and modeling real-world problems.
E 508
Computational Fluid Dynamics and Heat Transfer 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: E 314, E 340.)
An introduction to
numerical solution of the continuity, momentum, and energy equations. Topics include: numerical solutions of the heat
conduction equation, boundary-layer equations, lubrication equations, Stokes
equations, Navier-Stokes equations, and energy
equation. Emphasis is placed on finite difference solutions, but other solution
techniques are touched upon. Students are also exposed to modeling with a
commercial CFD package.
E 510
Computer Applications in Experimentation 3 cr.
Application of microcomputers to data
acquisition, communication and control. Programming languages and techniques,
microcomputer I/O, A/D and D/A converters, transducers, filters, grounding and
shielding. Communication and implementation of control strategies.
E 520
Optimization for Engineering Problems 3 cr.
Foundation of the theory of optimization,
difficulties with classical calculus approaches, non-linear programming, linear
programming with model formulation, sensitivity analysis, integer programming,
primal and dual theorems and their applications, dynamic modeling, mixed
models, search procedures, network problems, transportation model, etc.
E 530
Advanced Engineering Mathematics 3 cr.
Applications of mathematical methods to
engineering problems: ordinary and partial differential equations, Laplace transforms, analytic functions, and vector
operations.
E 538
Advanced Modeling and Simulation 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MTH 372 or equivalent.)
Introduction to
quantitative treatment of models of physical phenomena in chemical engineering.
E 550
Case Studies in Design 3 cr.
Cases from actual industrial settings are
discussed to illustrate the application of techniques for attaining quality
products.
E 580-582
Engineering Materials I, II 3 cr. Each
In-depth survey of metals,
polymers, and ceramics.
Emphasis on properties as responses to the demands of the immediate
environment. Properties explained in terms of atoms, bonding between them,
geometrical arrangement of large numbers of atoms, microstructure, and
macrostructure. Practical design applications and failure analysis.
E 590
Advanced Systems Engineering 3 cr.
Predicting the behavior of systems from
mathematical models. Natural dynamic characteristics and stability. Analysis of
linear and non-linear systems. Noise and stochastic processes.
E 596
Advanced Topics in Engineering 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: Permission of the dean.)
Directed study.
E 599
Master's Thesis 3 cr.
E 798
Research/Teaching Variable cr.
Research study, special seminars, directed
activity pertinent to student's graduate program.
E 799
Doctoral Dissertation Variable cr.
Research, study and other activity
appropriate to the doctoral dissertation. Students should consult the graduate
program advisor for format requirements.
Civil
and Environmental Engineering
Courses for Advanced Undergraduates and
Graduate Students
CE 440
Structural Dynamics 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: E 313, CE 442.)
Rigorous analysis of
one-degree systems. Lumped-mass
multi-degree systems. Numerical methods including Newmark's
and Dumhamel's integral methods. Matrix presentation
of M.D.O.F. systems. Nuclear power plant analysis. Earthquake effects and
general dynamic analysis.
CE 450
Water and Waste-Water Engineering 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: E 314.)
Collection, treatment and
distribution of water for domestic, fire and industrial uses. Collection, treatment and disposal of domestic,
industrial and storm wastes. Analysis and design of water and waste-water
treatment systems. Field trips and environmental experiments are included.
CE 451
Water and Waste-Water Engineering Lab 1 cr.
Laboratory to accompany CE 450.
CE 453
Applied Hydraulics and Hydrology 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: E 314.)
Precipitation and run-off
studies. Probability applications
to hydrological data. Open channel flow, network theory, hydraulic structures
and reservoir design. Computer applications.
CE 474
Advanced Steel Design 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: CE 442, CE 458.)
Brief review of AISC Code. Fatigue. Design of built-up members, including
straight and curved beams. Torsion. Box girders. Steel Tanks. Composite
construction and other topics of interest.
CE 476
Advanced Concrete Design 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: CE 442, CE 460.)
Design of combined footings, beam-column, retaining walls, two-way reinforced floor slabs. Flat slab
systems. Continuous slab bridges. Shear wall designs. Design for shear, torsion
and bending. Shear friction. Multi- storied buildings.
CE 478
Foundation Engineering 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: CE 348 and consent of
instructor.)
Exploration, sampling and in-situ soil
measurements. Bearing capacity of foundations. Foundation settlements. Design
of footings and mat foundation. Retaining walls. Sheetpiles
and coffer-dams. Pile foundations. Caissons.
CE 480
Design of Earth Retention 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: CE 478 or CE 348 and consent
of instructor.)
Classical and modern earth
pressure theories and their experimental justification. Pressures and basis for design of retaining walls.
Reinforced earth walls, braced open cuts, anchored bulk heads, cofferdams.
Prediction of ground movement and damage to existing structures. Case histories
dealing with actual projects.
CE 484
Environmental Chemistry and Design 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: CHM 107, MTH 372.)
Chemistry of transformation processes in
natural and engineered environmental systems. Applications of
reactor concepts to system modeling, thermodynamics and rates of mass transport
and reaction processes in natural waters, treatment operations and other
systems of concern in environmental engineering.
CE 486
Environmental Microbiology and Design 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: CHM 107, MTH 372.)
Identification, description and activities
of bacteria, algae, protozoa and fungi in water and soil that
are principally responsible for the cycling of chemical elements and
pollutant transformation. Water-borne pathogens and disinfection processes.
Graduate Courses
Open to Graduate Students Only
CE 542
Dynamics of Foundations and Soils 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: CE 478.)
Elements of vibration. Wave propagation in an elastic medium. Dynamic
properties and dynamic testing of soils. Dynamic earth pressure and bearing
capacity. Liquefaction of soils. Machine foundations.
CE 548
Advanced Soil Mechanics 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: CE 348.)
Flow through porous media. Flow net. Theory
of consolidation. Computation of settlement. Secondary consolidation. Shearing
strength. Theory of failure. Slope stability. Bearing capacity. Frost
penetration analysis.
CE 554
Earth Dams 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: CE 348.)
Fundamentals of problems
in slope stability, seepage in composite sections and anisotropic materials. Compaction and field observations. Control of piping.
Cracking of earth dams. Construction and case histories.
CE 558
Soft Ground Tunneling 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: CE 348 and consent of
instructor.)
Construction techniques, primary and
secondary lining, control of ground movement, shaft construction and design,
instrumentation and monitoring, case histories.
CE 560
Advanced Structural Analysis and Design 3 cr.
Review of Maxwell-Mohr superposition and
generalized stiffness method. Advanced concepts in slope deflection and moment
distribution including symmetry, anti-symmetry, anticipation and variable EL
sections. Design of multi-storied structures.
CE 564
Design of Thin Shell and Folded Plate Structures 3 cr.
Membrane theory. Design of shells of
revolution and hyperbolic paraboloidal shells. Edge
effects. Supporting structures. Design of structures composed of thin plates at
angles to each other. Diaphragms. Buckling of thin elements.
CE 566
Bridge Design 3 cr.
(Co-requisite: CE 474.)
Use of ASSHTO Design
Codes, Design techniques for Beam, Curved, Box Girder, Segmental, Cable-Stayed,
and Suspension Bridge.
Consideration of Deck Systems.
CE 570
Elasticity I 3 cr.
Concepts of displacement, strain, stress and
elasticity. Equations of equilibrium and compatibility. Several elementary
problems. Torsion of prismatic bars. Flexure of cantilever beams. Plane stress
and plane strain. Two-dimensional problems in polar coordinates.
Transformations of coordinates.
CE 574
Advanced Pavement Design 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: CE 348.)
Pavement types: inflexible and rigid
pavements, bases, subgrades, shoulders, bituminous
surfaces, design of flexible airport pavements and highway pavements, design of
rigid airport highway pavements.
CE 576
Pre-stressed Concrete 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: CE 442, CE 460.)
Pre-stress loss,
deflection. Shear and torsion.
Section design and proportioning. Load balancing and application to two-way
slabs and continuous beams. Segmental bridges. Precast
buildings. Design of prestressed concrete structures.
CE 578
Physicochemical Unit Operations 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: CE 484.)
Physical and chemical separation and
transformation processes in natural and engineered environmental systems.
Process modeling. Design of operations including chemical oxidation, reduction,
sorption, stripping, ion exchange processes, membrane separations, particle
aggregation and coagulation, sedimentation and filtration.
CE 580
Biological Unit Operations 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: CE 486.)
Principles and design of suspended growth
and biofilm processes for renovating wastewater and
detoxifying hazardous materials including activated sludge, lagoons, rotating
biological contractors and trickling filters.
CE 582
Hazardous Waste 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: CE 484.)
Methods used for disposal or detoxification
of hazardous wastes, including landfill, thermal, chemical and biological
processes.
CE 588
Solid Waste 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: Graduate Standing.)
Engineering and design of
methods for collection and disposal of solid wastes in urban communities and
related effects of such processes on the environment.
Electrical
and Computer Engineering
Courses for Advanced Undergraduates and
Graduate Students
EE 454
Fuzzy System Theory & Applications 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: Senior Standing.)
A study of the fundamental
concepts of fuzzy set theory and its engineering applications. Topics include fuzzy sets and relations, operations
on fuzzy sets, fuzzy rules and inference systems, defuzzification
methods, selected applications in the area of controls, image processing, etc.
EE 466
Electromagnetics II 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: EE 366.)
Maxwell's equations
constitutive relations, boundary condition. Poynting theorem. Plane
waves, wave polarization, phase and group velocities. Reflection, refraction
and attenuation of plane waves in various media. Transmission lines, waveguides
and resonators. Antennas and radiation. Wave propagation and radar equation.
EE 470
Control Systems II 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: E 322.)
Advanced study of root
locus analysis. Frequency response
analysis. Design and compensation techniques. Describing-function analysis of
nonlinear control systems. Control system analysis and design using state-space
methods.
EE 474
Communication Theory II 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: EE 374.)
Digital communication, probability and
random variables, mathematical representation of noise, effect of noise upon
system performance, pulse amplitude modulation, multiple pulse detection of
signals, detection of signals in colored Gaussian noise, estimation of signal
parameters.
Graduate Courses
Open to Graduate Students Only
EE 554
Fuzzy System Theory & Applications 3 cr.
A study of the fundamental
concepts of fuzzy set theory and its engineering applications. Topics include fuzzy sets and relations, operations
on fuzzy sets, fuzzy rules and inference systems, defuzzification
methods, selected applications in the area of controls, image processing, etc.
EE 558
Advanced Electronics 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: EE 358.)
The special topics on 1) Design and
Applications with operational amplifiers: linear and non-linear op-amp
circuits, active filters, DA/AD converters, signal generators and switching
capacitors, 2) power electronics: ac switching controllers, inverteres,
choppers, ac/dc motor speed control circuits.
EE 560
Computer-Aided Design of Integrated Circuits 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: Senior standing.)
Introduction to the basic
electrical properties and the technology of fabrication of MOS devices. Automatic layout generation, routing and design
simulation with CAD tools using digital logic circuit examples. Case study.
EE 562
Random Variables and Random Processes 3 cr.
Probability, random variables, distribution
and density functions, functions of random variables, joint distributions and
density functions. Random processes, auto-correlation and cross-correlation,
linear system response.
EE 564
VHDL (Hardware Description Languages) 3 cr.
Design methodology using hardware
programming languages specifically VHDL. Design simulation and synthesis of
digital circuits with a focus on FPGA ASIC implementation.
EE 568
Computer Networks 3 cr.
Introduction to computer networks including
LAN, MAN, WAN, CAN, OSI and TCP/IP layering protocols. TCP/IP internetworking
and their applications are covered. Simulation tools such as COMNET III are
used to evaluate different network designs, architectures, and topologies.
EE 569
Networking Laboratory
The networking laboratory (NL)will provide students with hands-on design, setup,
configure, and manage network devices and their applications. In addition, the
NL will provide researchers and educators with a controlled environment to
validate and evaluate their research, education, and training programs. This
lab will educate undergraduate and graduate students about the fundamental
design, analysis, operation, control and management of networked systems. The NL
will enable students to better understand and get hands-on experiences.
EE 574
Pattern Recognition 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: Linear algebra, Probability
and Statistics.)
Representation of patterns
as multi-dimensional feature vectors.
Bayesian decision theory. Parameter estimation and supervised learning. Feature
selection. Non-parametric techniques. Linear discriminant
functions. Unsupervised learning and clustering.
EE 576
Direct Digital Control 3 cr.
Basic theory of sampling and quantizing,
z-transform analysis. System error analysis, modeling and optimal design of
discrete data systems by performing indices. Stability of discrete data systems
and design compensation.
EE 578
Embedded Systems 3 cr.
Design of embedded systems (hardware and
software). Advanced topics including interrupt, multitasking, Programming
68HC12 microcontroller in assembly language, C and Forth. An open ended
embedded system design project which requires consideration of alternatives,
economic and aesthetic constraints, and detailed system description is
compulsory.
EE 579
Embedded Systems Lab 1 cr.
Students will perform advanced interfacing
and development in the lab. They are taught a system design methodology based
on top-down principles. A semester design/construction project provides the
students with an excellent opportunity to develop strengths in embedded system
design, construction, testing, and development.
EE 580
Computer Architecture 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: Senior standing.)
The design of
computational systems and circuits.
Investigation of alternative structures for computers.
EE 584
Electromagnetic Compatibility 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: EE 486.)
EMC requirements for
electronic system. Signal spectra.
Radiated emissions and susceptibility. Conducted emissions and susceptibility.
Cross talk. Shielding. Electrostatic discharge. Noise in electronic devices.
System design for EMC.
EE 586
Advanced Microprocessing 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: EE 486.)
Treatment of the
architecture and organization of 16-bit and 32-bit microprocessors and microcomputers. Design of microcomputers which include dynamic
memory, cache memories, interfacing, coprocessors, direct memory, access (DMA),
serial and parallel processors.
EE 588
Digital Signal Processing I 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: EE 374.)
Introduction to
discrete-time signals and systems.
Sampling and reconstruction. Frequency domain analysis of signals and systems,
Z-transforms. Introduction to digital filters. Experiments in processing
real-world signals.
EE 590
Digital Signal Processing II 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: EE 588.)
Multidimensional signal
processing. Signal estimation,
noise reduction, image restoration and enhancement and pattern recognition. DSP
chip architecture, algorithms and programming. IIR and FIR filter design. Deconvolution.
EE 592
Image Processing 3 cr.
Basic concepts and techniques of digital
image processing. Sampling and quantization. Image transforms; image
enhancement, restoration and coding. Design, implementation and testing of
algorithms and concepts through class projects.
EE 594
Advanced Topics in Electrical Engineering 3 cr.
The special topics such as Parallel
Processing, Distributed Processing, Neural Networks, etc. will be offered under
this course number.
EM 501
Engineering Management 3 cr.
Provides the manager of engineering and
technological resources an understanding of current management principles and
practice. Includes impact of global, socio-economic and technological forces
which shape the workplace and the management function. Prepares for the
increasing complexity of technology management. Major topics include creation
and transformation of the organization, decision systems using input from many
sources, shaping the organization culture, empowering people and invigorating
the organization. Ethics, diversity, quality and global perspective are
integrated throughout the course.
EM 502
Engineering Economics 3 cr.
Provides the manager of engineering and
technological resources a microeconomic foundation for planning and
decision-making processes using input from many sources. Emphasis on evaluation
of investment projects within a discounted cash flow framework. Covers analysis
and decision making with DCF, IRR, present worth, benefit/cost, capital
rationing, uncertainty and inflation adjustment. Ethics, diversity, quality and
global perspective are integrated throughout the course.
EM 503
Engineering Accounting 3 cr.
Provides the manager of engineering and
technological resources with an understanding of accounting techniques used by
internal company managers of engineering and technological resources faced with
planning, direction, controlling and decision-making using input from many
sources. Use of accounting information to identify and analyze alternatives and
to guide manager actions which yield the greatest benefit to the company.
Covers technical skills for problem solving, e.g. determining unit costs,
budgeting, performance indicators, resource allocation, maximizing profit,
defining and meeting long-term goals. Ethics, diversity, quality and global
perspective are integrated throughout the course.
EM 504
Engineering Administration 3 cr.
Provides the manager of engineering and
technical resources an understanding of current managerial processes influenced
by outside forces. Some topics include elements of the management process,
organization and restructuring, goal-setting in a complex environment, decision
making with input from many resources, effective communication, human resource
management, international management implications, and the increasing
complexity of social responsibility and ethics within the corporation. Ethics,
diversity, quality and global perspective are integrated throughout the course.
Courses for Advanced Undergraduate and
Graduate Students
ME 458
Internal Combustion Engines I 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: ME 380.)
The application of
principles of chemistry and thermodynamics to the theory and design of gas
power engines. The concepts of spark
ignition, compression ignition, cycle analysis and combustion characteristics
are treated in-depth.
ME 459
Internal Combustion Engines Laboratory 1 cr.
(Co-requisite: ME 458.)
A set of laboratory experiences to
illustrate the principles of gas power engines. Students will use various
dynamometers and specialty engines.
ME 480
Energy Systems 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: E 314, E 315.)
Applications of
thermodynamics and fluid mechanics to energy conversion systems. Advanced modifications to basic vapor and gas power
and refrigeration cycles are analyzed. Second Law (availability) analysis is
applied to energy conversion processes. Other topics include: hydraulic
machinery, nuclear power systems, solar energy, energy storage techniques, and
wind power. Environmental issues surrounding the various types of energy
systems are discussed.
ME 482
Computer-Aided Manufacturing 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: E 103, ME 382.)
A series of topics in the
application of computer technology to the manufacturing enterprise. Topics include: programmable logic, simulation,
numerical control and the exchange of manufacturing data. Projects are the
principal mode of instruction.
ME 488
Reliability in Design 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: ME 390, MTH 427.)
A study of probabilistic
models in engineering design.
Topics include: reliability distribution functions, failure rate, system
reliability, hazard analysis, FMEA and reliability testing. The use of the
probabilistic approach to the design of mechanical components is treated in
depth.
ME 492
Computer-Aided Engineering 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: E 103, ME 390.)
An introduction to the use
of computer techniques to analyze mechanical components and systems. The course includes kinematic
synthesis, optimal design, finite element methods and simulation.
Graduate Courses
Open To Graduate Students Only
ME 530
Advanced Topics in Metal Cutting 3 cr.
An application of elastic and plastic
theories is used to discuss advanced topics in metal cutting. These include
machine tool operations, mechanics of cutting forces and power in cutting, tool
wear and tool life. Economics of machining and cutting temperatures, current
trends in machining are discussed.
ME 532
Advanced Topics in Metal Forming 3 cr.
Formability of materials is discussed using
plastic theories and dependence of flow stress or strain, strain rate and
anisotropy. These principles are used to discuss sheet metal forming and bulk
deformation processes. The topic is enhanced with computer-aided design of
forming operation. Recent developments in forming.
ME 534
Finite Element Methods 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: E 442.)
A study of finite element
as a numerical technique for solving engineering problems. Variational and weighted
residual approach. Transient problems. Two-dimensional and higher order
elements. Isoparametric elements. Introduction to
non-linear problems. Several computer projects related within manufacturing and
automotive applications will be required.
ME 570
Composites in Design 3 cr.
Behavior and processing of composite
materials is treated using lamination theories and finite element methods with
an emphasis on fiber composites. Project work with an application to the
advanced technological needs is completed.
ME 572
Noise, Vibration, and Harshness 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: E 313, MTH 372.)
An overview of problems in
acoustics and vibration control.
The use of single and multiple degree of freedom-lumped parameter systems are
used to describe systems. Method for controlling noise and vibration sources
are discussed.
ME 576
Vehicle Dynamics 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: E 313, MTH 372.)
The stability and control
of vehicles in the accelerating and decelerating modes along straight and
curved paths. Special attention is
given to the behavior and limitations of the pneumatic tire as applied to motor
vehicle requirements.
ME 590
Robotics 3 cr.
The modeling and analysis
of robotic systems. Key topics
include spatial description and transformations, forward and inverse
kinematics, jacobians, dynamics, an introduction to
machine vision, and task planning. Students program a robot to perform a task.
ME 594
Manufacturing Systems 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: Familiarity with personal
computers and manufacturing systems.)
A topical review of
systems technology in the manufacturing enterprise. The emphasis is on understanding how information is
acquired and processed in manufacturing operations. Automatic
Identification/Data Acquisition techniques such as one and two dimensional bar
code are considered. Manufacturing Resource Planning and Product Data
Management is reviewed. The course also examines Electronic Data Interchange
and the Network/Communica-tions technology that
supports it. Projects are conducted in virtually all topic areas.
Plastics
and Polymer Engineering
Courses for Advanced Undergraduate and
Graduate Students
PPE 434
Parts Design and Molding 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: CHE 326, E 314.)
Fundamental design and
molding procedure for plastics materials and articles. Computer-based database, CAD/CAM and CAE, as part of
design procedures to part functionality, engineering analysis such as stress
and heat transfer. Design project assignments utilizing quality control and
part economics.
PPE 440
Polymerization Engineering 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: CHE 432.)
Polymerization kinetics
and polymer reactor designs.
Method of new polymer process feasibility and economics. Post-processing
technology and development of closed system.
Graduate Courses
Open To Graduate Students Only
PPE 522
Polymer Processing 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: CHE 432 or E 314.)
Process analysis and equipment design of the
fundamental processes involved in polymer processing, such as pellets,
handling, melt-pumping mechanism, extruder, injection molding, die forming, and
various molding and shaping. Computer-aided engineering.
PPE 538
Polymer Rheology 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: E 314, CHM 420.)
Study of fundamental laws involved in flow
phenomena, steady and unsteady flow, confined and free flow, simple shear, extensional, uniaxial and biaxial
flow. Mathematical models for these flows are examined and studied with regard
to polymer applications, such as tube extrusion, sheet drawing, film blowing,
roll milling, flow in mold channels. Flows design and control.
PPE 570
Advanced Topics in Polymer Processing 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.)
State-of-the-art advanced polymer and
plastic composites processing. Design and specification of processes and
equipment with computer modeling and simulation.
PPE 574
Science and Technology of Adhesion 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: CHM 420.)
A comprehensive view of
adhesion from basic theory to current applications. The main types of adhesives such as epoxies,
polyurethanes, acrylics, and phenolics are covered
with applications to construction, electrical, and automotive industries.
MPD 505
System Architecture 3 cr.
Provides an understanding (supported by
theory and case studies) of the principles of system architecture such that
participants learn some of the basic tools required to: (1) structure and learn
all the early, conceptual phases of the system development process; (2) support
an ongoing system development project through its system engineering and design
phase; and (3) think independently and holistically about product architecture.
Topics include: what is SA; overview of the architecting process; architecting
heuristics and principles; builder-architectured
systems; manufacturing systems models and modeling.
MPD 510
System Engineering 3 cr.
Provides an understanding of key elements of
Systems Engineering. Within this framework, elements of Systems Engineering
enablers, requirements analysis, top level architecture development, robust
design, trade-off study techniques, embedded real-time software design, and
product-process modeling are addressed. Particular emphasis is placed on the
criticality and correctness of requirements and the effects that requirements
have on the product development process. Industry participation provides an
understanding of current real-world experiences that highlight problems and
solutions related to large-scale, complex system.
MPD 520
Systems & Project Management 3 cr.
Provides understanding of up-to-date project
management methods, tools and actual practice in order to effectively plan,
organize, and control product development projects. The course design is based
on: (a) experiential learning as the course is organized around learning by
doing; (b) the learning process is focused and facilitated by projects of
interest to the automotive domain; (c) teamwork and creative thinking is
practiced during the course; (d) connections with Systems Engineering and
Systems Architecture are demonstrated and maintained.
MPD 525
Engineering Risk/Benefit Analysis 3 cr.
Provides an understanding of three
methodologies: cost-benefit analysis (CBA); reliability and probabilistic risk
assessment (RPRA); and decision making in various areas. The course presents
and interprets a framework for balancing risks and benefits to applicable
situations.
MPD 530
System Optimization 3 cr.
Application-oriented introduction to
optimization and simulation focuses on understanding system trade-offs.
Introduces modeling methodology (linear, integer and nonlinear programming,
genetic algorithms), modeling tools (sensitivity and post-optimality analysis),
software applications in production planning and scheduling, inventory
planning, distribution systems planning, facility sizing and capacity
expansions, and product development.
MPD 535
Organizational Processes 3 cr.
Provides an understanding of the analytic
framework and tools needed to analyze, manage, and lead the organization of the
future. Features expected to characterize the emerging "new"
organizational forms are examined and contrasted with the traditional
predecessors with the pros and cons of each. Course focuses on the levels of
skills participants will need for the "new organization". Through
cases, exercises. readings, teamwork, discussions, and papers, the course
allows students to integrate conceptual material with his/her own experiences,
beliefs, and actions.
MPD 540
Finance & Managerial Accounting 3 cr.
This course enables the participants to
translate financial statements into meaningful information for use in business
decision making. Participants gain an understanding of the company's financial
condition and performance and build confidence in analyzing financial reports.
They examine the firm's health, strengths, and weaknesses, considering both
recent performance and future prospects. Financial concepts and practices are
used to explore the acquisition and management of new resources.
MPD 545
Marketing Management 3 cr.
The overall objective is to facilitate
student's familiarity with markets and their players. This course focuses on
how managers in all functional areas address marketing mix problems in the
context of a company's corporate strategy. Specific objectives include: develop
an ability to analyze consumer behavior, internal constraints, and
environmental influences that affect the marketing function; understand the aspects
of the marketing mix; understand how brand managers and other marketing
professional develop marketing plans, and to practice these skills
MPD 550
Operations Management 3 cr.
Provides an understanding of concepts for
design, planning and control of manufacturing and service operations. Provides
basic definitions of operations management terms, tools and techniques for
analyzing operations, and strategic context for making operational decisions.
The material is presented in four modules: (a) operations analysis, (b)
coordination and planning (c) logistics and supply chain management, and (d)
operations strategy. Also explored are such issues as product development,
technology and re-engineering.
MPD 555
Robust Design 3 cr.
The course enables participants to develop
products/processes that produce consistent, high-level performance despite
being subjected to a wide range of changing environmental, customer and
manufacturing conditions. The course is based on the orthogonal array technique
for designing experiments to develop robust systems. Numerous case studies are
presented.
MPD 560
Product Planning & Development 3 cr.
Provides an understanding of structured
methodologies and effective tools that support product development practice.
Emphasis is placed on the activities related to the concept development phase
of the product development process. Topics include development processes and
organizations, identifying customer needs, establishing product specifications,
concept generation, concept selections, and concepts testing.
MPD 575
Design for "X" 3 cr.
Provides a fundamental understanding of and
ability to effectively consider design implications of Design for X, where X
will be many different topics related to product design and development, such
as assembly, manufacturability, durability, serviceability, recyclability,
damageability, health and safety, ergonomics, quality/robustness, FEA, cast and
molded parts and additional topics. Case studies from industry are discussed
throughout.
MPD 580
Entrepreneurship & E-Commerce 3 cr.
Study the concept, theory, process, and
strategies of intrapreneurship, particularly as
evidence in some of the most efficient and innovatively organized start-ups,
small, medium and large businesses of the world. Gain an understanding of the
dynamics of the new world of e-business by studying the concepts, techniques,
strategies and results of E-Business applications in most successful Net
Companies. Assess entrepreneurship and intrapreneurship
as witnessed in the auto industry; explore new innovation possibilities; and
assess the ethics of entrepreneurship, intrapreneurship
and E-Business.
MPD 599
Capstone Thesis/Project 3 cr.
The MPD program is designed to teach
principles, processes, and tools for "end-to-end product development".
The MPD thesis is the capstone activity to apply MPD principles, processes, and
tools to a problem of substantial size, difficulty, and depth.
Mathematics
and Computer Science
Courses for Advanced Undergraduate and
Graduate Students
MTH 402
Linear Algebra with Applications 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MTH 141 or permission of
instructor.)
Vector spaces, matrices,
systems of linear equations, determinants, inner products, linear
transformations, similar matrices, eigenvalues and eigenvectors
of a matrix.
MTH 405
Introduction to Modern Algebra I 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MTH 402.)
Sets and mappings, an axiomatic approach to
the number system, groups, rings, ideals, fields, isomorphism theorems,
induction, permutations.
MTH 406
Introduction to Modern Algebra II 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MTH 405.)
Euclidean domains, polynomial rings, field
extension, finite fields, finite groups, p-groups, the Sylow
theorems, introduction to Galois theory.
MTH 410
Foundations of Mathematics 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MTH 402 or permission of
instructor.)
Logic, set theory, axiomatic structure of
the number system, infinite sets, cardinal numbers, ordinal numbers, axiom of
choice.
MTH 415
Theory of Numbers 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MTH 142.)
Divisibility, congruences,
quadratic reciprocity, number theoretic functions, Diophantine equations, prime
number theorems, recent developments in number theory.
MTH 423
Probability 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MTH 241.)
Probability theory based on the Kolmogorov axioms, combinatorics,
independence, random variables, expectation, probability distributions, Chebyshev's inequality, central limit theorem.
MTH 435
Modern Analysis I 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MTH 402.)
Techniques of mathematical proofs chosen
from real numbers, sets, functions, point set theory, theory of limits,
continuity, differentiation, Riemann integral, and infinite series.
MTH 436
Modern Analysis II 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MTH 435.)
Infinite series, sequences of functions,
differentiation of functions of several variables, maxima and minima, function
spaces, norms, operator theory.
MTH 451
Techniques of Advanced Calculus 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: MTH 241, MTH 372.)
Real vector spaces,
MTH 452
Nonlinear Differential Equations 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MTH 451.)
Boundary value problems, asymtotic solutions, autonomous systems, systems of
equations, applications.
MTH 453
Linear Partial Differential Equations 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MTH 451.)
First- and second-order equations, initial
and boundary value problems, integral transforms, Green's function,
perturbations, variational and asymtotic
methods.
MTH 455
Operations Research 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MTH 402.)
Linear programming,
project scheduling, dynamic programming, integer programming, queuing theory.
MTH 459
Principles of
Introduction to the ideas of a mathematical
model and model building, linear programming models, game-theoretic models,
regression analysis models. Applications in business, ecology, psychology,
sociology, and political science.
MTH 461
Transformational Geometry 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MTH 142.)
Transformations of the
Euclidean, affine and projective planes. Classification of these transformations by groups and their invariant
properties.
MTH 462
The Projective Plane 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MTH 142.)
An axiomatic development of the projective
plane, models of the projective plane, analytic plane geometry.
MTH 466
Introduction to Topology 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MTH 435.)
Topics to be chosen from metric spaces,
topological spaces, compactness, product spaces, the Tychonoff
theorem, rubber sheet geometry, Euler's formula, the Four-Color Problem, the
Jordan curve theorem, topological properties of
figures.
MTH 477
Concepts of
(Credit applies only in undergraduate or
graduate programs in mathematics education.) Sets, logic, mathematical systems,
systems of numeration, natural numbers, whole numbers, integers, rational
numbers, real numbers.
MTH 478
Concepts of
(Credit applies only in undergraduate or
graduate programs in mathematics education.) Foundations of algebra, metric and
nonmetric geometry, probability and statistics.
MTH 480
Analysis for Teachers 3 cr.
(Credit applies only in undergraduate or
graduate programs in mathematics education.) Topics chosen from algebra and
trigonometry, including roots of polynomial equations, root approximation
techniques, the factor theorem, the remainder theorem, Descartes' rule of
signs, trigonometric functions, law of sines, law of
cosines, complex numbers.
MTH 490
Topics in Advanced Mathematics 1-3 cr.
(Prerequisite: Permission of the chairperson.)
Course may be repeated for additional
credit. Content of the course varies according to the needs or desires of the
students.
Graduate Courses
MTH 502
Advanced Linear Algebra 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MTH 402.)
Vector spaces, linear
transformations, canonical matrices, metric spaces, linear programming
optimization, applications to business and engineering.
MTH 505
Introduction to Modern Algebra I 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MTH 402 or permission of
chair.)
Sets and mapping, an axiomatic approach to
the number system, general algebraic systems, groups, rings and ideals, fields,
isomorphism theorems.
MTH 506
Introduction to Modern Algebra II 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MTH 405.)
Euclidean domains, polynomial rings, field
extensions, finite fields, finite groups, p-groups, the Sylow
theorems, introduction to Galois theory.
MTH 507
Theory of Groups 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MTH 405.)
Groups, normal subgroups,
homomorphism, Abelian groups, Sylow
theorems, permutation groups, composition series, solvable groups.
MTH 508
Theory of Rings and Fields 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MTH 405.)
Rings, ideals, fields, extensions, Galois theory of fields, Noetherian
rings.
MTH 515
Advanced Theory of Numbers 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MTH 415.)
Farey fractions, distribution of primes, quadratic forms,
representation of integers as sums of k-th powers,
quadratic fields, introduction to algebraic number theory and foundations of
analytic number theory.
MTH 523
Advanced Probability 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: MTH 405, MTH 423.)
Probability spaces, extension of
probability, Boolean semi-algebras, compact classes, integration of random
variables,
MTH 524
Theory of Statistical Estimation and Testing Hypotheses 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MTH 427.)
Testing of hypotheses in one-parameter
cases, power of a test, most powerful critical regions, asymptotically best
tests, estimation of a single parameter, some properties of efficient statistics,
the multi parameter theory.
MTH 527
Applied Probability and Statistics 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MTH 241.)
Elements of sampling and
descriptive statistics, sampling distributions, estimation and hypothesis
testing, regression and correlation analysis.
MTH 528
Analysis of Variance 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MTH 427.)
Completely randomized design,
randomized complete block design, Latin square design, complete factorial
designs, split-plot designs, analysis of covariance, multivariate regression,
covariance and correlation, introduction to distribution-free methods.
MTH 533
Measure Theory 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MTH 436.)
Lesbegue outer measure and Lesbegue
measure of sets, measurable functions, Lesbegue integrable functions and square integrable
functions.
MTH 534
Functional Analysis 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MTH 435.)
Normed linear spaces, Banach
spaces, Hilbert spaces.
MTH 537
Complex Variables 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MTH 241.)
Analytic functions, complex integration,
application of Cauchy's theorem, power series, conformal mapping, applications.
MTH 549
Graduate Seminar 3 cr.
Students undertake a significant
mathematical project in area of interest to them, prepare a scholarly paper,
and make an oral presentation in class. This should ordinarily be taken in the
last semester of graduate studies.
MTH 550
Vector and Tensor Analysis 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MTH 372 or equivalent.)
Vector differential calculus, vector
interval calculus, functions of a complex variable, conformal mappings.
MTH 552
Non-Linear Partial Differential Equations I 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MTH 550 or equivalent.)
Formal and computational
aspects of solutions and related equations. Focus on engineering applications.
MTH 553
Non-Linear Partial Differential Equations II 3 cr.
Formal and computational aspects of Navier-Stokes and related equations. Focus on engineering
applications.
MTH 557
Graduate Applied Mathematics 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MTH 241.)
Mathematical modeling
concepts utilizing qualitative and quantitative variables and applied regression
analysis. Practical interaction of
mathematics, basic statistics and regression analysis.
MTH 558
Graduate Applied Analysis 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MTH 372.)
Optimization concepts,
maxima and minima for functions of one and several variables, calculus of
variations using direct and indirect methods.
MTH 560
Graph Theory 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.)
Trees, connectivity,
coverings, planarity, colorability, networks,
digraphs.
MTH 563
Algebraic Geometry 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: MTH 405, MTH 461.)
Plane algebraic curves,
singularities, formal power series, transformations.
MTH 565
Differential Geometry 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MTH 436.)
Theory of curves and surfaces in ordinary
space, Frenet formulas, curves in a surface,
developable surfaces, intrinsic geometry on a surface, geodesics, quadric
surfaces, ruled surfaces.
MTH 566
General Topology 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MTH 466.)
Abstract topological
spaces, classification and properties, Moore-Smith convergence, compact and
uniform spaces.
MTH 590
Topics in Graduate Mathematics 1-3 cr.
(Prerequisite: Permission of the
chairperson.)
Course may be repeated for additional
credit. Content of the course varies according to the needs and desires of the
student.
For Advanced Undergraduates and Graduate
Students
CSC 413
Internet Programming with Java
(Prerequisite: CSC 172 or equiv.)
Introduction to Java Applets, Developing
Java applications, control structures, methods, arrays, object-oriented
programming, strings and characters, graphics, basic graphical user interface
components, complete graphical user interface components, exception handling,
multi-threading, multi-media (images, animation, audio), files and streams,
Java utilities and bit manipulation.
CSC 417
Unix Systems Programming
(Prerequisite: CSC 172 or CSC 441, and CSC
449.)
UNIX organization, UNIX commands, the Bourne
Shell, the Korn Shell, the C Shell, pattern matching,
the Emacs Editor, the Vi Editor, the Ex Editor, the
AWK Scripting Language, text formatting, macros, preprocessors, the Source Code
Control System (SCCS), Revision Control System (RCS), UNIX networking.
CSC 441
Object Oriented Programming 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: CSC 172.)
Presents the fundamentals of object-oriented
programming techniques, including encapsulation, type-extensibility,
inheritance, and polymorphism. The implementation language is C++. The course
begins with a description of that part of C++ that is simply part of C and then
present objects and their implementation in C+.
CSC 442
Principles of Programming Languages 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: CSC 172.)
Comparison of the
principles of high-level languages.
Binding of variables, storage allocation, parameter passing, procedure linking,
program structures and the program environment. Computer projects.
CSC 443
Data Structures 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: CSC 172. Recommended:
CSC 441.)
Linear lists, stacks, queues, sequential and
linked allocation of storage, circular lists, applications. Binary and ordered
trees, traversing and threading trees, garbage collection, multi-linked
structures, dynamic storage allocation, data packing, hash coding. Computer
projects.
CSC 445
Numerical Analysis I 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: CSC 171, MTH 402.)
Iterative methods, equations in one
variable, finite differences, polynomial approximation, linear and non-linear
systems, numerical methods in matrix algebra, numerical integration and
differentiation, least squares method. Computer projects.
CSC 446
Numerical Analysis II 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: CSC 171, MTH 241, and 372.)
Numerical methods for solution of ordinary
and partial differential equations, systems of differential equations,
approximation theory, boundary value problems,
computer projects.
CSC 449
Operating Systems 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: CSC 172.)
Review of batch processing systems including
components, operating characteristics, user services and limitations.
Implementation techniques for parallel processing of input/output and interrupt
handling. Overall structure of multiprogramming systems techniques. Memory
management, file system design and management, system accounting and other
user-related services, traffic control, interprocess
communication, design of system modules and interfaces, system updating,
documentation and operation. Computer projects.
CSC 452
Virtual Reality Modeling Language
(Prerequisite: CSC 172.)
VRML development, exploring and building a
World, building objects, lighting, sound, complex shapes, animation, user
interaction, scripting, using colors, normals and
textures, improving VRML Worlds performance, syntax of nodes.
CSC 454
Computer Security
(Prerequisite: CSC 172 or CSC 441. Recommended: CSC 443 and MTH 415.)
Computer security software, cryptanalysis
techniques, Shannon's Theory, the data encryption standard, public-key
cryptography, factoring algorithms, discrete log problems, bit security of
discrete logs, signature schemes, cryptography and hash functions, key
distribution and agreement, identification schemes, authentication codes,
secret sharing schemes.
CSC 461
Java Networking
(Prerequisite: CSC 413.)
Java i/o routines, multi-threading, Java
sockets, clients, servers, protocols, Java Interface Definition Language (IDL),
Java Remote Method Invocation (RMI), Java Database Connectivity (JDBC), the
Java web server, Java Beans, the networked Java world, Java management API,
Java hardware, Java security.
CSC 463
Java Database Connectivity (JDBC)
(Prerequisite: CSC 413.)
Java overview, relational database overview,
basic methods, callable statements, connection methods, database meta data
methods, data truncation class methods, data class and methods, driver methods,
driver manager class and methods, driver property info class, prepare statement
methods, result set methods, result set meta data methods, SQL exception class
and methods, SQL warning class and methods, statement methods, time class,
timestamp class, types class, JDBC types, mapping SQL and Java types.
CSC 465
Win32 Programming
(Prerequisite: CSC 172 or CSC 441.)
Development of graphical user interface
Windows applications, using class Libraries and Applications frameworks.
CSC 490
Special Topics in Computer Science 1-3 cr.
(Prerequisite: Permission of Chair.)
Course may be repeated for additional
credit. Topics of current interest will be covered.
Graduate Courses in Computer Science
CSC 531
Data Mining 3 cr.
Classification, prediction,
regression, clustering, associate, sequencing, characterization and comparison,
decision trees, statistical methods, rule induction, memory-based reasoning,
genetic algorithms, K-nearest neighbor method, mining relational databases,
mining website data, mining text, mining multimedia, mining spatial databases.
CSC 535
Systematic Software Systems Development 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: CSC 441/CSC 413 and CSC 443.)
Top-down software development methods,
user-defined abstract operations, abstract data types, Vienna Development
Method (VDM), specification techniques, practical applications of the methods,
term project.
CSC 541
Compiler Design 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: CSC 441 or CSC 443.)
Formal languages, grammars, finite-state
machine, lexical analysis, parsing, parsing algorithms, error correction,
syntax analysis, parse trees, symbol tables, code generation, code
optimization. Projects will include developing a compiler for a simple language.
CSC 542
Advanced Computation Theory 3 cr.
(Recommended: CSC 441 and CSC 443.) Finite
automata, pushdown automata, Turing machines, languages, grammars, undecidability, complexity theory, intractability,
recursive functions, recursive sets, computable functions, unsolvable problems,
transducers, transition systems.
CSC 543
Software Systems Verification 3 cr.
Software verification methods, software
testing, software analysis, CASE tools, formal verification basis, testing and
debugging of software systems, software systems projects.
CSC 544
Web Technology 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: CSC 441, CSC 413, and CSC
443)
Internetworking, HTTP, HTML, XML, VRML, Javascript, Perl, UNIX shells, VBscript, Jscript, Java applets, common gate interface
(CGI, server side scripting, web servers, web-based databases, web security,
electronic commerce.
CSC 546
Scientific Computing 3 cr.
Recommended: CSC 445. Systems of equations,
advanced matrix methods, finite elements, partial differential equations, Monte
Carlo methods, numerical optimization methods. Individual projects.
CSC 547
Systems Programming 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: CSC 441 or CSC 443.)
Assemblers and compilers, monitors, user and
system libraries, job scheduling, multi-access, multi-programming,
multi-processing and multicomputer systems,
comparison of executive systems.
CSC 548
Artificial Intelligence 3 cr.
(Recommended: CSC 441 and CSC 443.)
Intelligen agents, solving problems by searching, informed
search methods, game playing, logical reasoning, first-order logic, knowledge
bases, inference in first-order logic, learning from observations, learning in
neural and belief networks, practical natural language processing, expert
systems, intelligent tutoring systems, and case-based reasoning.
CSC 549
Seminar for Graduate Students 3 cr.
Students prepare and present paper(s)
related to their primary area of interest. The instructor will provide a list
of topics to choose from. This course should be taken by graduate students in
the final year of study.
CSC 551
Parallel Systems 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: CSC 441 and CSC 443.)
Parallel computers, message-passing
computing, partitioning strategies, divide-and-conquer strategies, pipelined
computations, synchronous computations, load balance, termination detection,
programming with shared memory, sorting algorithms, numerical algorithms, image
processing, searching and optimization.
CSC 557
Software Systems Project Management 3 cr.
Risk and uncertainty management, software
project planning, project modeling, project scheduling, resource allocation,
software cost management, budget monitoring, quality management, monitoring
productivity, team building, communication management, web project management,
project documentation, term project.
CSC 563
Embedded Systems Processing 3 cr.
Real time UML, introduction to embedded
systems, designing real time systems, software installation and setup, hardware
setup, real time debugging, keyboard and screen requirements, file systems,
interrupts, timers, multitasking, serial I/O, networking in embedded systems,
HTTP in embedded applications, Java and embedded development, floating point
programming, dynamic link libraries, structured exception handling, ROMing an application.
CSC 564
Advanced Operating Systems 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: CSC 172 or CSC 441, and CSC
443.)
Distributed operating systems, communication
protocols, synchronization of distributed systems, processes and processors,
distributed file systems, distributed shared memory. Real time operating
systems, file systems, process and multiprocessing, threads and multithreading,
scheduling, synchronization, inter task communications.
CSC 565
Software Engineering 3 cr.
Software process, software engineering
management, software project planning, requirements engineering, software
project requirements, software design architectures, design elaboration and
mobile computing, software project design, validation and risk analysis,
software testing, software measures, software cost estimation, software
reliability, software re-engineering, software maintenance, software
engineering ethics.
CSC 567
Distributed Processing 3 cr.
Models and concepts in distributed systems,
communications and remote procedure calls, course team project, logical clocks,
clock synchronization, high availability, replications and reliable distributed
computing, transactions, nested transactions, end-to-end arguments, distributed
file systems, security, CORBA, distributed mutual exclusion, real-time systems,
rate-monotonic analysis, synchronization and distributed real-time systems.
CSC 590
Advanced Topics in Computer Science 1-3 cr.
(Prerequisite: Permission of Chair.)
Course may be repeated for additional
credit. Advanced topic of current interest are covered.
CSC 599
Computer Science Thesis 3 cr.
Students work on thesis related to their
area of interests under the supervision of a faculty member. Graduate students
may take this course in the final year of study. Students taking the thesis
option are not allowed to take CSC 549.
Courses for Graduate Students in
Mathematics Education Only
MED 560
Psychology of Mathematics
Learning theories in a mathematical context,
use of classroom technology, types of knowledge including conceptual and
procedural knowledge, assessment, teaching ethics, selected topics in
mathematics education relevant to educational psychology.
MED 570
Mathematical Modeling for Teachers 3 cr.
Mathematical modeling studies and solving
real-world problems. Emphasis on setting up assumptions and methodology
required to achieve a solution. Practical problems concentrating on the
reasoning behind the setup of the problem solution.
MED 571
Computer Science for Teachers I 3 cr.
An introduction to computer science.
Problem-solving and algorithm development. Basic programming and program
structures using a modern structured language such as Pascal or C++.
MED 572
Computer Science for Teachers II 3 cr.
A continuation of MED 571. Topics include
recursion, data structures and their relationship to algorithms, and data
abstraction and encapsulation.
MED 575
Modern Concepts of Calculus I 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MTH 480 or equivalent.)
Functions, limits and continuity, derivatives
and applications, definite integrals and applications.
MED 576
Modern Concepts of Calculus II 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MED 575.)
Topics in analytic geometry, applications of
the definite integral, advanced techniques of integration, improper integrals,
Taylor polynomials, theory of infinite sequence and series.
MED 577
Teaching Elementary Mathematics with Manipulatives
3 cr.
Project-oriented exploration of tangible
models used in teaching fundamentals of mathematics at the elementary level,
conceptual versus procedural knowledge.
MED 579
Topics in Mathematics Education 3 cr.
Topics selected from mathematics or
mathematics education.
MED 581
Modern Algebra for Teachers 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MTH 480.)
Structure of a mathematical system, set
theory, symmetries, groups, rings, fields, homomorphisms,
isomorphisms; in the context of number systems
relevant to topics in K-12 mathematics teaching.
MED 582
Linear Algebra for Teachers 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: MTH 480.)
Vectors, matrices, linear systems,
determinants, inverse matrices, linear inequalities, linear programming.
MED 583
Geometry I 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: MTH 477 and MTH 478 or
equivalent.)
Intuitive and project-based computational
study of Euclidean geometry and coordinate geometry, highlighting the major
results in elementary and secondary geometry.
MED 584
History of Mathematics 3 cr.
A historical development of mathematics from
primitive origins to the present, concentrating on numeration systems,
arithmetical methods, Euclidean and non-Euclidean geometries, number theory,
theory of equations and the beginnings of calculus.
MED 585
Elementary Statistics 3 cr.
Organization and presentation of data,
frequency distribution, measures of central tendency and variance, percentiles
and standard scores, sampling theory, significance tests, correlation, standard
forms of continuous distributions.
MED 586
Number Theory 3 cr.
Divisibility, greatest common divisors,
Euclid’s algorithm, congruencies, the infinitude of the primes, sieve of Eratosthanes, sigma and tau
functions, perfect numbers, Mersenne primes, Fermat’s
Little Theorem, Euler’s Theorem, cryptography.
MED 587
Finite Mathematics 3 cr.
Topics to be chosen from elementary combinatories, binomial and multinomial theory, graph
theory, the Principle of Finite Mathematical Induction.
MED 590
Logic and Mathematical Inquiry 3 cr.
Basic forms of philosophical argument as they
appear in mathematics, symbolic logic, identifying salient points of an
argument, construction of common forms of proof.
MED 593
Geometry II 3 cr.
(Prerequisites MED 583 and MED 590.)
Formal Euclidean axiomatic geometry with
emphasis on proof construction, chains of proofs, topics in non-Euclidean
geometry.
MED 599
Research Project
(Prerequisites: completion of all other
degree requirements.)
Semester-long research into a current topic
or trend in mathematics education, leading to a Master’s quality exposition on
said research. Students select and investigate a specific topic of their own
interest with the approval and supervision of a graduate advisor.
ANE 510
Professional Aspects of Nurse Anesthesiology 2 cr.
History of anesthesia, the American
Association of Nurse Anesthetists (AANA), Councils on Accreditation,
Certification and Practice, nurse anesthesia scope of practice, impaired
practitioner, quality management process, government relations, ethical and
professional considerations, and legal aspects of nurse anesthesia practice.
ANE 530
Physics and Biomedical Measurement in Anesthesiology 3 cr.
Review of principles of physics as applied
specifically to anesthesiology. Review of biomedical instrumentation pertinent
to anesthesia.
ANE 549
Introductory Principles of Nurse Anesthesiology 4 cr.
Introduction to the use of anesthesia
machines, electronic monitors, and various anesthesia equipment. Introduction
to the basic principles and techniques of anesthesia practice including pre-
and postoperative assessment, operating room preparation, airway management,
fluid therapy, positioning, basic concepts of anesthetic administration, and
interpretation of preoperative data (including the electrocardiogram).
ANE 550, 551, 552
Advanced Principles of Nurse Anesthesiology I, II, and III 8 cr.
Principles and techniques of anesthetic
administration for ophthalmologic, gynecologic, orthopedic, general, thoracic,
trauma, pediatric, obstetric, neurologic, cardiac,
vascular and other specialty surgery. Anesthetic implications of various
disease processes are also addressed.
ANE 570
Regional Anesthesia 2 cr.
Pharmacological, anatomical and technical
considerations pertinent to regional anesthesia including extremity and major
conduction blocks.
ANE 594
Advanced Pathophysiology 3 cr.
Review of disease processes affecting the
coagulation, cardiovascular, respiratory, nervous, gastrointestinal, biliary, renal and immune systems.
ANE 601, 602, 603, 604, 605, 606, 607
Clinical Internship 7 cr. (total)
A progressive exposure to clinical anesthesia
practice. Begins with a basic orientation. Each practicum builds on previously
developed skills. Students administer anesthesia for various surgical procedures
including, but not limited to, general, orthopedic, urologic, oral, trauma,
gynecologic, thoracic, otorhinolaryngologic,
pediatric, obstetric, neurologic, cardiac and
vascular surgery.
ANE 610, 611, 612, 613, 614
Anesthesiology Seminar 5 cr. (total)
Review and presentation of anesthesia related
literature. Includes general discussion, critical analysis and question/answer
sessions. A comprehensive review of the principles of anesthesia and
preparation for the certification exam are included in the last semester.
ANE 699
Master’s Project 6 cr.
Independent study resulting in a completed
research project including literature review, methodology, data collection,
statistical analysis, and submission of a final written paper of publishable
quality.
BCS 560
Pharmacology I 4 cr.
Introductory course in the pharmacology of
anesthetic drugs and adjunctive agents. Pharmacodynamics,
pharmacokinetics, pharmacotherapeutics, pharmacy and
toxicology are also included.
BCS 561
Pharmacology II 4 cr.
Continuation of Pharmacology I with emphasis
on pharmacological preparations, specific accessory drugs and non-anesthetic
ancillary drugs. Biochemorphology, pharmacodynamics and biological disposition of inhalation,
local and intravenous anesthetics, and drug interactions are included.
BCS 562
Advanced Pharmacology 2 cr.
In depth examination of the principles of
pharmacokinetics, pharmacometrics and pharmacodynamics. Autonomic and neurohumoral
pharmacology are included.
ETH 552
Ethical Perspectives in Health Services
Administration 3 cr.
An examination of moral values, principles
and theories in their application to health care decision making and policy
formation. Prepares students to identify ethical dimensions in health care
management and to analyze critically the variety of positions taken in
contemporary discussions. Employee/management relations, allocation of medical
care and rationing of scarce medical resources.
HLH 459
Instructional Design in Health Care Education 3 cr.
Basic principles of instructional design and
development. The course includes instructional task analysis, front end
analysis, criterion testing, hierarchical sequencing, formative and summative
evaluation. The learner will be exposed to a selection of health care education
strategies: mass media, audio-visual aids, simulations and computer assisted
and computer managed instruction.
HLH 532
Health Promotion and Risk Reduction 3 cr.
Examines theoretical and empirical basis for
health promotion and risk reduction. It will prepare the health care
professional to provide population-centered, interdisciplinary,
prevention-oriented health care. Healthy People 2000/2010 will be used as a
framework as well as theories and research from multiple disciplines for
application to practice.
HLH 550
Research Methods in Health Care 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: PYC 503 or equivalent.)
Introduces students to the research process
relevant to the health care professional. The research process is analyzed with
emphasis on techniques to: apply research findings to clinical practice,
determine client population needs, evaluate outcomes, and participate in
research teams.
HLH 570
Health Care Delivery and Policy Issues 3 cr.
Examines the theoretical and empirical bases
for health care delivery and policy issues in the United States. Health policy
decisions are examined in relation to cost, quality, access, ethics, and
managed care.
Health
Services Administration
HSA 500
Theory and Practice of Health Services Management 3 cr.
A functional and operational approach to
management, examining current theories and their application to problem solving
and organizational development in health care settings.
HSA 501
Accounting Principles for Health Services Professionals 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: Facility with Excel)
Emphasizes the understanding and use of
accounting information in the managerial context. Accounting functions of
health care organizations, including an understanding of the accounting cycle,
controllership issues, and financial reporting.
HSA 502
Financial Management of Health Services 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: HSA 501 and Facility with
Excel.)
The study of financial functions in health
service organizations, with emphasis on planning and control, interpreting
financial statements, source of funds, budgeting, long term financing and
return.
HSA 505
Legal Aspects of Health Services Administration 3 cr.
A study of the role of government in the provision
of health care and its ability to shape the health care delivery system.
Critical examination of power bases, primary actors, and social values shaping
government policies.
HSA 506
Health Economics 3 cr.
Fundamental concepts of economics applied to
health care delivery: demand, supply, production costs, resource allocation.
Impact of health economics on financing and insurance, particularly managed
care.
HSA 510
Leadership and Human Resource Management in Health Care 3 cr.
Behavioral approach to the management of
human resources. Individual and group problem solving, motivation theory, group
dynamics, leadership theory, organizational change and communication for health
care managers.
HSA 511
Financial Management 3 cr.
This course examines managed care structures,
fundamental concepts and techniques of financial management within health
organizations. Students will be introduced to essential principles of financial
and managerial accounting. These principles will serve as the basis for understanding
the use of various financial analysis techniques (e.g. ratio and trends,
variance, project cash flow, process costing) and planning and control tools
(e.g. proforma development, and budgeting).
HSA 512
Quality, Planning and Marketing in Health Services Administration 3 cr.
A systematic approach to the marketing,
planning, and quality process improvement of healthcare programs. Marketing
principles, community health/population based planning and continuous quality
improvement tools.
HSA 550
Information Systems for Health Services Administrators 3 cr.
An introduction to information systems and
how they are used to collect data and facilitate analysis. Techniques for
managing information from people will be discussed along with techniques for
managing information from systems. Issues such as data quality and data
warehousing will be studied and development of systems versus
selecting/purchasing systems will be covered.
HSA 553
Health Services Administration Field Study 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: HLH 550, PYC 503.)
A field research project involves application
of the research process to health organization problems and their solutions.
Students should be involved in all the steps of the research process: problem
statement, review of the literature, hypothesis, data collection and analysis.
Possibilities include surveys, replication studies, pilot studies, evaluation
studies and/or quality assurance studies.
HSA 570
Quantitative Methods for Health Services Administrations 3 cr.
Processes, methods and techniques of
quantitative analysis for the management of health services organizations. An
introduction to the fundamentals of analyzing and interpreting data,
statistical and quantitative tools for research and decision analysis used in
the planning and operational management of health services.
HSA 580, 581, 582
Seminar in Health Services Administration
An examination of current topics in the
delivery and administration of health services. Leadership perspectives from
current health care managers.
HSA 590
Internship in Health Services Administration 3 cr.
A faculty supervised work experience in a
health care organization, completing a work plan approved by a preceptor and
faculty supervisor. Opportunity to demonstrate proficiency in application of
theory to a preferred area of health services administration.
HSA 595
Directed Study 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: Permission of program chair.)
Directed readings, research and/or projects
on a selected health services administration topic supervised by a faculty
member and arranged with approval of the program chair.
NUR 502
Theoretical Foundations of Nursing 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: Admission to FNP Program or
permission of instructor.)
An examination of selected conceptual models
and theories in nursing and their relationship to research and advanced
clinical practice. The course includes an overview of issues in philosophy of
science and in developing a scientific body of knowledge in nursing. Students
explore the historical roots and modern application of various grand and middle
range perspectives used by nursing. Course work involves critical analysis of
models, theory explications and use of theory-based strategies with clients and
families from various cultural groups in diverse nursing situations.
NUR 510/FNP I
Primary Care of the Family I Systems I 3 cr.
(Co-requisite: NUR 511.)
Focuses on analysis of family health within
the context of advanced nursing practice. Family systems theory, and principles
of development, culture, teaching/learning, community assessment, and
objectives of Healthy People 2000 are integrated into the principles and
practices of primary and secondary prevention. Health promotion and health
screening across the lifespan are explored.
NUR 511
Advanced Health Assessment 2 cr.
(Co-requisite: NUR 510-FNP I.)
Utilizes risk reduction and health promotion
practices as a basis for health assessment across the lifespan. Using the
environment, cultural and family concepts explored in NUR 510, students have an
opportunity to develop and refine health assessment skills.
NUR 512
Quality Planning and Management 3 cr.
Provides students with a thorough
understanding of the principles and concepts of quality planning/management and
continuous quality improvement. Hoshin planning
(continuous quality improvement), marketing, systems planning, change
management and community health/population-based planning are incorporated.
Students are required to design a comprehensive plan for improvements.
NUR 514
Strategic Leadership in Health Systems Management 3 cr.
Students analyze the theoretical and
empirical bases for leadership behavior, management principles, and role
performance in the context of health systems management. Concepts related to
vision, strategic thinking/planning, motivation, communication, dialogue,
collaboration/ team-building, empowerment, organizational change, negotiation,
and diversity provide a framework for consideration of issues associated with
role implementation of the health systems management professional. Emphasis is
placed on requisite political competence in organizations, systems and
communities.
NUR 520/FNP II
Primary Care of the Family II 6 cr.
(Prerequisites: NUR 510 & NUR 511 or
Co-requisite: NUR 502) (3 theory & 3 clinical.)
Focuses on the theoretical and clinical basis
for the advanced nursing management of health care problems common to family
systems across the life span. Emphasis is placed on the diagnosis and
management of acute, episodic and chronic conditions of families in the context
of community primary care. Interdisciplinary collaboration is promoted in a
variety of community settings.
NUR 530
Health Systems/Nursing Informatics 2 cr.
This course examines how computer and
information science supports the management, processing, and analysis of data
to ultimately improve care processes in health system management.
Appropriateness and usefulness of outcome data to consumers, providers and
purchasers are analyzed. Utilization of information systems and databases are
required for justifying new or designed models of patient care delivery.
NUR 540
Health Systems Management I 4 cr.
The course examines a systems approach to
managing health in the community (the continuum) while differentiating between
care management and case management. Several care management systems are
analyzed including Disease/Condition Management, Demand Management, and
Patient-Driven Care Models. This course prepares students to lead efforts in
the design, implementation, evaluation and continual improvement of care management
systems and tools. One credit hour is allocated to an applied practicum
experience where students, in collaboration with health care systems-based
preceptors, begin to design/implement models of health systems management.
NUR 560
Health Systems Management II 4 cr.
This course provides students with a
comprehensive overview of case and health systems management. The history of
case management, and case management standards/ process are explored.
Comparative analyses are made among acute care, community-based, insurance and
group practice models. Published research in case and health systems management
are evaluated. One credit hour is allocated to an applied praticum
experience where students, in collaboration with healthy systems-based
preceptors, begin to implement managed care processes.
NUR 590
Health Systems Management Practicum 2 cr.
The clinical site may be in the community
case management settings. HMO and insurance case management settings and/or
acute/ambulatory setting utilizing case management models. The clinical site
may also be in a variety of settings such as large employers, health plans,
etc.
The student chooses a project of interest.
This policy may encompass quality planning and management; continuous quality
improvements; clinical quality improvement; project/program planning;
implementation planning; evaluating a process/change; work
redesign/restructuring/reengineering.
NUR 597
Field Research/Field Project 1 - 3 cr.
The master’s field research project may
involve a research problem identified by the student or participation in some
existing faculty and/or agency research projects. Students are involved in all
aspects of the research process. The project involves application of the
research process to health care organization problems and their solutions.
NUR 598
Research Utilization 1-3 cr.
A critical review of available research
related to appropriate interventions. Examines available solutions to a problem
and pilot tests an application appropriate for the setting. The research
utilization process includes the following steps: problem statement, search of
the literature, selection of the most applicable solutions for the setting,
pilot of solution and evaluation of the outcomes.
NUR 599
Master’s Thesis 1-3 cr.
Identification of an original research
problem which is feasible and worthwhile to study and utilization of all the
steps of the research process. The decision to choose the thesis option should
be done in conjunction with the student’s department chair.
NUR 610/FNP III
Primary Care of the Family III 6 cr.
(Prerequisite: NUR 520.) (3 theory & 3
clinical.)
Focuses on the theoretical and clinical basis
for advanced nursing management of acute, complex and chronic health care
problems common to family systems across the life span. Laboratory and
technical skills such as EKG interpretation, suturing, and principles of
radiology are included. The student’s collaborative role with other health care
providers is promoted and continually developed.
NUR 620/FNP IV
Primary Care of the Family IV 6 cr.
(Prerequisite: NUR 610) (3 theory & 3
clinical.)
Focuses on the theoretical and clinical basis
for the advanced nursing management of psychiatric and mental health problems
within the family and in a primary care setting. Synthesis and integration of
complex family situations as they relate to the advanced practice role.
NUR 630
Leadership/Management/Role 3 cr.
Capstone course which focuses on the
theoretical and empirical basis for leadership behavior, management principles,
and role performance in the context of advanced clinical nursing practice. The
role of the nurse practitioner is analyzed relative to quality management,
organizational change and culture, team-building, decision-making, budgeting,
case/outcomes management, communication.
PAS 510
Patient Evaluation Practicum I 3 cr.
A three-semester course designed to teach the
skills required to perform a complete medical evaluation of a patient.
Effective communication skills and the art of interviewing. Techniques of the
physical examination utilizing a systems anatomic approach. An introduction to
traditional medical record keeping, and the construction and writing of
organized medical histories and physical examination.
PAS 520
Patient Evaluation Practicum II 3 cr.
(Prerequisite PAS 510.)
Skill development in obtaining and recording
historical and physical exam data from patients. Integration of the knowledge
gained in other courses with the medical evaluation of patients.
PAS 524
Clinical Medicine I 3 cr.
Intensive study of human disease from the
perspectives of epidemiology, etiology, clinical manifestations and course,
diagnostic tests, treatment and prognosis. The series of clinical medicine
(524, 525, 526) incorporates the health promotion/disease prevention model. All
the major areas of medicine are studied over the course of one year. This study
emphasizes the differential diagnoses and diagnostic problem solving.
PAS 525
Clinical Medicine II 3 cr.
(Prerequisite PAS 524.)
Continued study of selected topics in
medicine.
PAS 526
Clinical Medicine III 3 cr.
(Prerequisite PAS 525.)
Continued study of selected topics in
medicine.
PAS 530
Patient Evaluation Practicum III 3 cr.
(Prerequisite PAS 520.)
A continuation of PAS 510 and PAS 520.
Continued refinement of skills in history-taking and physical examination.
Patient management through formulation of problem lists, differential diagnoses
and management plans. Oral presentations of patient cases which focus on the pathophysicologic mechanisms involved.
PAS 536
Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures I 1 cr.
Skills and understanding necessary to perform
selected diagnostic (both laboratory and invasive) and therapeutic procedures
as well as clinical implications of findings.
PAS 537
Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures II 1 cr.
(Prerequisite PAS 536.)
Continuation of PAS 536.
PAS 538
Diagnostic and Therapeutic Procedures III 1 cr.
(Prerequisite PAS 537.)
Continuation of PAS 536 & 537.
PAS 580
Clinical Rotation I 8 cr.
This series of externships provides the
student with comprehensive clinical training in the major areas of primary
medical care. It allows integration of learning in didactic and research
components with direct patient care.
PAS 581
Clinical Rotation II 8 cr.
(Prerequisite PAS 580.)
Continuation of PAS 580.
PAS 582
Clinical Rotation III 8 cr.
(Prerequisite PAS 581.)
Continuation of PAS 580 & 581.
PAS 587
PA Seminar I 1 cr.
An opportunity to further define, expand and
acquire skills necessary for the practice of medicine as a primary care
physician assistant. Students completing this capstone course define their
multi-demential role in health care and take part in
professional role development.
PAS 588
PA Seminar II 3 cr.
Continuation of PAS 587.
PAS 589
PA Seminar III 1 cr.
Continuation of PAS 587 & 588.
PAS 597
Field Research Project 3 cr.
The master’s field research project may
involve a research problem identified by the student or it may involve student
participation in some existing faculty and/or agency research projects.
Students should be involved in all steps of the research process: problem
statement, review of literature, hypothesis, data collection and analysis. A
field research project involves application of the research process to health organization
problems and their solutions. Possibilities include surveys, replication
studies, pilot studies, evaluation studies and/or quality assurance studies.
The committee for the field research project requires at least two faculty, one
of whom will serve as committee chair.
PAS 598
Research Utilization Project 3 cr.
This option involves a critical review of
available research related to appropriate interventions. It examines available
solutions to a problem and pilot tests an application appropriate for the
setting. The research utilization process includes the following steps: problem
statement, search of the literature, selection of the most applicable solution
for the setting, pilot of solution and evaluation of the outcomes. The
committee for the research utilization project requires at least two faculty,
one of whom will serve as committee chair.
PAS 599
Thesis 3 – 6 cr.
With this option, students must identify an
original research problem which is feasible and worthwhile to study and utilize
all the steps of the research process. The decision to choose the thesis option
should be done in conjunction with the student’s academic advisor, with whom
the student can explore the appropriateness of the option. The thesis option
cannot be done as a group project.
PYC 503
Statistics 3 cr.
The course is designed to introduce students
to some of the statistical methods available for the examination and analysis
of the data relevant to the behavioral and health sciences. It is neither a
"how to" course nor a course in math. Rather, it is aimed at an
intermediate level of understanding which should make statistics and the
reasoning behind their use understandable to the student. The course also
requires the use of the computer software package SPSS (Statistical Package for
the Social Sciences).
Graduate Courses
ADS 509
Drugs and Behavior 3 cr.
The effects of psychoactive substances on
various behaviors. Historical patterns of use, psycho-social context of abuse,
and individual responses to alcohol and other drugs.
ADS 510
Psychopharmacology 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: PYC 407 or equivalent.)
An understanding of physiological psychology
is required for this course which is concerned with the action of drugs used
for the treatment of mental and emotional illness as well as those to which
people become addicted.
ADS 511
Theories of Addiction 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: ADS 100 or ADS 509.)
An advanced course which presumes a basic
understanding of the effects of the various drugs of abuse and addiction. A
reflective exploration of the personal and social meaning of chemical
dependence and a critical appraisal of existing theories developed to explain
it.
ADS 512
Recovery Processes 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: ADS 511.)
The process of recovery from chemical
dependence with particular emphasis on treatment methods, community resources,
roles of professionals, and needs of special populations.
ADS 513
Diagnosis and Addictive Disorders 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: ADS 100 or ADS 509.)
Principles of diagnosis and assessment of
addictive disorders with an emphasis on behavioral, cognitive, and
physiological methods. Motivational interviewing and evaluation of stages and
processes of change.
ADS 517
Chemical Dependence and Youth 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: ADS 100 or ADS 509.)
An overview of chemical dependence with
special emphasis on youth. Physiological, psychological, medical, and social
aspects of abuse and addiction. Discussion of children of alcoholics, impact on
the family, and assessment and treatment with applications for school,
community, and legal professions.
ADS 518, 519, 520
Compulsive Gambling 1 cr. each
Three one credit hour courses that follow
consecutively and prepare the student to identify and treat problem and
pathological gambling.
ADS 536
Family Theory and Therapy 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: ADS 100 or ADS 509.)
Systems theory drawn from social and
behavioral sciences with a view toward considering the entire family as a
diagnostic and treatment entity.
ADS 540
Managed Behavioral Health Care 3 cr.
Practical knowledge required for a supervisor
and/or therapist to work effectively in a managed care environment. Topics
include managed care basics, utilization management, quality management,
performance measures, implications for patients and clinicians, and how to work
effectively with EAPs and employer groups.
ADS 543
Advanced Group Methods 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: ADS 100 or ADS 509 and
previous group experience.)
The theory and practice of group
counseling/psychotherapy with particular emphasis upon addictive and
dually-diagnosed populations. Class functions as a practice lab.
ADS 547
Employee Assistance Programming 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: ADS 100 or ADS 509.)
Design and implementation of programs within
businesses and institutions that will effectively help employees and family
members with substance dependencies and mental/emotional problems.
ADS 550
Prevention and Intervention in Substance Abuse 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: ADS 100 or ADS 509.)
Multidisciplinary approaches to prevention
and early arrest. Special attention to educational systems and community
organization.
ADS 560
Spirituality and Recovery 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: ADS 100 or ADS 509.)
An exploration of the connection between
spirituality, addiction, and recovery. Particular emphasis on pastoral
counseling approaches and recovery as a process of spiritual growth.
ADS 570
Qualitative Research Seminar 3 cr.
A research course presenting several of the
newer alternative methods. Particular emphasis upon phenomenological (human
science) approaches. Students will be challenged to study human behavior in
ways that bring fresh insights to the social sciences. Completion of a master’s
research paper possible.
ADS 571
Culminating Seminar in Addiction Studies 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: Advanced standing in ADS
Certificate program.)
A directed study course in which the student
pursues library research and field interviews that will effectively prepare
him/her to relate his/her profession to the prevention and treatment of
chemical dependence.
ADS 572
Special Topics 3 cr.
ADS 588
Internship in Addiction Studies 3 cr.
An internship or similar placement in which
the student has the opportunity to practice, under supervision, that particular
aspect of his/her field that relates to chemical dependence. 300-600 clock
hours required depending on program.
ADS 595
Addictive Populations 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: ADS 100 or ADS 509.)
A capstone course integrating previous ADS
course material with a multicultural focus and concentrating on special
populations of chemical addictions (ethnic, gender, age, disability, sexual
orientation) as well as special addictive behaviors (gambling, eating, sex,
work, religion.)
Graduate Courses
CNS 512
An Introduction to Counseling Theories and Process 3 cr.
(Formerly: EDU 537.) A study and application
of the basic theories of counseling. Students engage in self-exploration and
assessment as well as listening skills and role playing targeted at allowing
the novice an opportunity to develop competence.
CNS 513
Workshop in Counseling: Psychopharmacology 1 cr.
(Prerequisite: CNS 512 or graduate standing.)
This mini-course presents a general overview
of psychotropic medications used in the treatment of mental illness. Typical
course of treatment, side effects, and ethical issues are discussed.
CNS 514
Workshop in Counseling: Marriage and Family Counseling 1 cr.
(Prerequisite: CNS 512.)
This mini-course presents an historic and
theoretical overview of marriage and family therapy techniques. Special
emphasis is given to family systems theory. Ethical and professional issues are
also explored.
CNS 515
Workshop in Counseling: Private Practice 1 cr.
(Prerequisite: CNS 512 or graduate standing.)
This mini-course assists professional
counselors and other therapists with all they need to know to setup, build, and
manage a private practice. Topics such as billing, marketing, and leasing
office space is also discussed.
CNS 516
Workshop in Counseling: Behavioral Interventions 1 cr.
(Prerequisite: CNS 512 or graduate standing.)
This mini-course assists the counselor and
other mental health professionals in setting up a behavioral treatment plan
with a client. Examples are provided with special emphasis on token economies
for problem children and reinforcement schedules for students or employees.
CNS 517
Workshop in Counseling: Human Sexuality 1 cr.
(Prerequisite: CNS 512 or graduate standing.)
This mini-course acquaints the counselor with
current trends in human sexuality. Basic biology and human anatomy are
discussed as they relate to the counseling relationship. AIDS, STDs, sexual
dysfunction, abortion, and other ethical issues are explored.
CNS 518
Workshop in Counseling: Compulsive Gambling 1 cr.
(Prerequisite: CNS 512 or graduate standing.)
May also take CNS 519 and CNS 520 for additional credits.
This mini-course acquaints the counselor with
various forms of gambling addictions, treatment issues, and ethical concerns
are explored.
CNS 522
Ethical Issues in the Helping Professions 3 cr.
(Formerly: EDU 522.) Analysis and application
of models for ethical decision making in order to understand contemporary
ethical professional issues that affect the practice of counseling. Informed
consent and the rights of clients, the ethical responsibilities of the
counselor, and the counselor’s professional code of ethics.
CNS 532
Counseling Special Populations 3 cr.
(Formerly: EDU 532.) Contemporary theoretical
and practical approaches to counseling clients from multicultural groups over
the lifespan including: the aged, racial minorities, women, gay/lesbian
clients, the physically challenged, and those with learning disabilities.
Specific counseling techniques and relevant research are discussed.
CNS 535
Guidance Principles and Practices 3 cr.
(Formerly: EDU 535.) An historical overview
of the role and duties of the counselor. Various professional trends,
philosophies, and ethical issues are discussed as well as the function of the
counselor in a multifaceted institution.
CNS 536
Counseling Services: Organization and Administration 3 cr.
(Formerly: EDU 536.) The principles of
organizing and managing human service programs. Topics include: hiring
personnel, financial planning, fund-raising, and general administration. Other
topics focus on the structure and effectiveness of an organization including
appropriate supervisory and consultative relationships, evaluation of the
agency, its philosophy and goals.
CNS 538
Vocational Development and Career Assessment 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: CNS 512.)
(Formerly: EDU 538.) An historical and
theoretical overview of vocational and career development. Sources of
educational and occupational information are discussed. Students are also
exposed to various career testing and evaluation instruments and their
appropriate use in a career case assessment. (Material fee applies/see class
schedule.)
CNS 539
Counseling Skills 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: CNS 512, CNS 535.)
(Formerly: EDU 539.) The counseling process
studied through classroom exercises focused on role plays, attending behaviors,
and other practical counseling techniques.
CNS 540
Testing and Evaluation 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: CNS 512.)
(Formerly: EDU 540.) An overview of testing
and measurement in counseling and education. The psychometric theories of
intelligence, achievement, and personality are explored. In addition, basic
statistical methods related to testing are employed. Each student masters basic
test administration procedures. (Material fee applies/see class schedule.)
CNS 541
School Counseling: Principles and Practices 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: CNS 512.)
The role and history of the school guidance
counselor. Theoretical as well as practical issues are discussed.
Interdisciplinary collaboration with other school personnel are explored.
CNS 543
Group Dynamics and Procedures in Counseling 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: CNS 512, CNS 535, CNS 539.)
(Formerly: EDU 534.) An overview of various
group theories and techniques. The concepts of group dynamics are demonstrated
and students participate in actual group counseling.
CNS 544
Marriage and Family Counseling 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: CNS 512.)
(Formerly: EDU 544.) Various theories of
marital and family therapy are discussed. Students explore, through their own
families of origin, the importance of family dynamics. Therapeutic techniques
and active class role playing are utilized. In addition, various techniques of
family and relationship conflict resolution are discussed.
CNS 545
School Counseling: Strategies and Interventions 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: CNS 540, CNS 541.)
Counseling strategies helpful in the school
setting are explored and demonstrated. Consultation issues with teachers,
administrators, and other school staff are discussed.
CNS 560
Case Problems in Counseling 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: CNS 538, CNS 539, CNS 540.)
(Formerly: EDU 533.) The application of
counseling theory to an in-depth case analysis. Students present case
information with special emphasis on psychopathology and clinical diagnostic
skills. Students are also familiarized with the DSM-IV and its uses in
treatment formulation.
CNS 585
Counseling Practicum 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: CNS 539.)
(Formerly: EDU 585.) The application of basic
counseling skills in a laboratory setting on campus. Students complete 100
hours of applied counseling with individuals and/or groups while being directly
supervised by a site supervisor and a faculty member. Basic listening and
counseling skills are applied and assessed by staff and peers. Students also
learn to formulate basic diagnostic statements to be presented in a case
conference format.
CNS 590
Consultation and Staff Development 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: CNS 539.)
(Formerly: EDU 590.) The development and
delivery of consulting services to schools, agencies, and industry.
Professional, clinical, and ethical issues as well as staff development are
discussed. An introduction to employee assistance and personnel crisis
resolution are also explored.
CNS 591
Research Seminar in Counseling 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: EDU 500 and completion of at
least 18 graduate hours.)
(Formerly: EDU 591.) An opportunity for a
student to engage in specific research of his/her choosing. Completion of a
master’s research paper or formal thesis.
CNS 604
Internship in Counseling 1 - 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: CNS 540, CNS 560, CNS 585.)
(Formerly: EDU 542.) The practice of counseling
in a field setting under the direction of a licensed professional counselor.
Students complete 600 hours of internship at an approved agency and share case
concerns in a group seminar approach on campus.
Courses for Advanced Undergraduate and
Graduate Students
CJS 402
Court Structures and Functions 3 cr.
The critical and pivotal role of the courts
in the criminal justice process. Major structures and basic legal concepts that
underlie the criminal courts. The dynamics of case process, management, and
bargaining as
well as the role of key personnel in the
court structure.
CJS 410
Criminal Law 3 cr.
Elements and proof in crimes of frequent
concern in law enforcement with reference to principal rules of criminal
liability. The importance of criminal law at the enforcement level considered
from crime prevention to courtroom appearance.
CJS 420
Evidence and Criminal Procedure 3 cr.
Rules of evidence of particular importance at
the operational level in law enforcement and with criminal procedure in
important areas such as arrest, force, and seizure. Supreme Court decisions
affecting law enforcement.
CJS 452
Organized Crime 3 cr.
A study of the impact of organized crime as a
social and economic problem with special attention to the role of the criminal
justice system as an ameliorative agent. History, nature, and extent of various
types of organized crime in the United States and abroad.
CJS 456
Managing Aggressive Behavior 3 cr.
Anticipating, responding to, and preventing
or controlling various forms of aggressive behavior in the workplace, the home,
and everyday life. Appropriate responses are examined from law enforcement,
human services, and private security perspectives. This course includes a hands-on
component in which self-defense techniques are demonstrated.
CJS 482
Terrorism 3 cr.
Examines the subject of terrorism and treats
the phenomenon as criminal activity. Special attention to the following topics:
1) historical and social antecedents to today’s problems; 2) profiles and
motivations of contemporary terrorists; 3) characteristics of active terrorist
groups; 4) the vulnerability of western nations to the techniques and
technology of terrorism; 5) the role of the media; 6) the impact of terrorism
on non governmental sectors of society; and 7) acceptable counter-terrorist
policies and practices.
CJS 483
Family Violence: Spouse and Child Abuse 3 cr.
Current knowledge about family violence from
the areas of psychology, sociology, social work, and law enforcement.
Understanding the motivations underlying the behavior of the various actors
involved: perpetrator, victim, social control agent, and helping professional.
The connection between theory and treatment.
CJS 484
Psychology, Psychiatry, and Law 3 cr.
Various interfaces between psychological
theory and practice and the criminal justice system. The insanity defense,
predictions of dangerousness, handling "victimless" crimes,
psychological screening of police officers and other criminal justice system
personnel, and the development of a moral-ethical sense.
CJS 485
Critical Issues in Criminal Justice 3 cr.
Selected topics pertaining to crime and
justice in America. Sex crimes and sex offenders, women in the criminal justice
system, family violence, and victimology. Course may
be taken twice under separate topic headings.
CJS 487
Victimology 3 cr.
The process of becoming a victim of crime.
Psychological stages through which victims pass. Crisis intervention with crime
victims as well as means of prevention. Specific crime patterns and
implications for victims. Consideration of victim response to such events as
natural disasters and loss of loved ones.
CJS 490
Internship in Criminal Justice Studies 3 cr.
(The course must be arranged in the semester
prior to election and requires the approval of the student’s advisor.) A
supervised work experience in criminal justice under the direction of a faculty
advisor and a field supervisor. The experience consists of working in an
institutional setting at varying positions to become more familiar with the
criminal justice field. Students must spend a minimum of 90 hours per semester
in this capacity, maintain a log of their work activity, and meet weekly with
their advisor.
CJS 492
Senior Seminar: Theory and Research in Criminal Justice 3 cr.
A review of major trends, problems, and
current thought regarding the future of justice in America. A review of major
theories as well as an introduction to scientific research. Philosophy of
research. Common statistical practices, sampling, and data interpretation. The
relationship of theory to research and of research to theory. Preparation of a
senior paper.
CJS 494
Creative Problem Solving 3 cr.
An analysis of the creative problem solving
method as applied to the human services professions. Topics to be discussed
include the role of creativity in one’s personal and professional development,
the creative personality, and creative problem solving.
CJS 495
Criminalistics (Forensic Science) 3 cr.
A general course in forensic operations and
techniques. Firearms identification, ballistics, and glass examinations.
Physical impressions, document and ink studies, and the science of fingerprints
applied to crime investigations. Forensic photography and
specimen identification.
Graduate Courses
CJS 500
Research Methodology 3 cr.
The basic methods of empirical research
design. The formulation and testing of hypotheses. Sampling, collection,
analysis, and interpretation of data.
CJS 505
Interviewing Methods (SEC 505) 3 cr.
Approaches to interviewing in human services
with special attention to legal and practical issues in law enforcement,
corrections, and security. Analysis of non-verbal behavior and techniques for
assessing credibility.
CJS 540
Criminal Justice Process and Criminal Law 3 cr.
The philosophical and historical development
of present law enforcement systems. Criminal law as an agency of formal social
control and as an integrative mechanism. Court functions and procedures,
adversarial and parental. Administrative and technical problems.
CJS 541
Trends in Constitutional Law 3 cr.
An analysis of recent appellate and U.S.
Supreme Court decisions as they bear on criminal justice practice. The impact
of current issues on present and future legal considerations. The impact of
social and legal literature on judicial consideration.
CJS 550
Institutional Corrections 3 cr.
Administration of correctional agencies,
types of facilities, treatment methods, and offender typologies and the
problems of prisonization.
CJS 555
Deviance and Social Control 3 cr.
Theories pertaining to selected specific
areas: crime, substance abuse, suicide, and sexual deviance. Response of social
control agencies to deviance.
CJS 559
Community Relations and Criminal Justice 3 cr.
Review of selected problem areas. Offender
and citizen reactions to policies and personnel of community agencies (police,
courts, prisons) and correctional agents. Role of community treatment centers
and future developments as to the function of police and correctional agents with
regard to community response.
CJS 560
Community-Based Corrections 3 cr.
An examination of the rationale for the
revolutionary changes in the criminal justice system (theoretical,
philosophical, and legal assumptions and issues.) Experimental methods being
employed to implement community treatment plans.
CJS 570
Socialization and Social Control 3 cr.
The ways in which members of any system
become committed to group values and norms and the methods designed to regulate
general community behavior.
CJS 579
Comparative Criminal Justice 3 cr.
Contrasts and similarities between the
American and European systems with an explanation of the merits and limitations
of each. Cross-cultural justice.
CJS 580
Theory of Law Enforcement 3 cr.
A comparative analysis of theories of law
enforcement as they have been applied in terms of time and place. Historical
trends and current applications in selected areas of the world.
CJS 585
Seminar in Criminology 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: Basic course work in the field
of criminology.)
An opportunity to analyze and appraise major
issues in criminology.
CJS 586
Law and Corrections Practice 3 cr.
Systems of laws as they relate to various
categories of offenders. Concepts of justice, punishment, and responsibility.
Role of corrections in the court processes. Significant court decisions as they
bear on the rights of the offender and the investigatory and supervisory
processes. Pre-sentence reports and legal restrictions. Role of the
correctional agent in the adversary process.
CJS 587
Criminal Justice Policy Formulation 3 cr.
Seminar for advanced students in which
students conduct original research on administrative/policy making aspects of a
criminal justice area (law enforcement, judiciary corrections) and present
their findings in a written report. The elements of appropriate policy and the
legal and political ramifications of policy implementation and change.
CJS 593
Directed Studies 3 cr.
An opportunity to pursue study in a
particular area of interest not formally covered by courses currently
available. Restricted to students who have completed a major portion of their
course work. By arrangement only.
CJS 598
Research Practice Seminar 1-3 cr.
(Prerequisites: CJS 500, permission of
director required.)
Specialized research in a specific area.
Student works independently or in a group under the close direction of a
faculty member.
Courses for Advanced Undergraduate and
Graduate Students
EDU 401
An Introduction to Elementary Teaching 2 cr.
A reflective-action experience of the
teaching profession through readings and teaching activities. Field experience
and observation in the elementary/middle school.
EDU 402
An Introduction to Secondary Teaching 2 cr.
A reflective-action experience of the teaching
profession through readings and teaching activities. Field experience and
observation.
EDU 421
Values and Moral Development in the Educational Process 3 cr.
Curriculum and methods of teaching values and
moral education in grades K- 12. A critical review of major contemporary
trends, problems, and issues in public and private schools. Provides the
student with the necessary skills to plan and develop an effective curriculum
and methodology in values education.
EDU 423
Curriculum and Methods of Teaching Children Infancy Through Age Eight 3
cr.
(Formerly: Curriculum and Methods of Teaching
Early Childhood Education.) (Field experience required.) Basic principles
involved in the development of curriculum for children from infancy through age
eight with specific emphasis on preschool/kindergarten years. Students learn
developmentally appropriate activity-based curriculum adaptation strategies for
working with all children and their families to guide their cognitive, socio
emotional, creative, and physical development. Strategies for adopting methods
and materials for children with special needs.
EDU 441
Methods and Materials of Instruction for Science in the Elementary/Middle
Schools 2 cr.
(Prerequisites: EDU 432/513, MBST.)
A laboratory, hands-on approach focusing on
the methodologies as well as a review/analysis of current trends in elementary
science and their integration into the curriculum. Research on contemporary
issues in this area.
EDU 442
Methods and Materials of Instruction for Social Science in the
Elementary/Middle Schools 2 cr.
(Prerequisites: EDU 432/513, MBST.)
A laboratory, hands-on approach focusing on
the methodologies as well as a review/analysis of current trends in elementary
social sciences and their integration into the curriculum. Research on
contemporary issues in this area.
EDU 443
Teaching Reading in the Elementary/Middle Schools 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: EDU 432/513, MBST.)
The theoretical and practical knowledge
necessary for understanding reading as a dynamic, interactive, and constructive
process. Planned observation and participation in schools.
EDU 448
Methods and Materials of Instruction in Reading and the Language Arts 3
cr.
(Prerequisite: EDU 443.)
The theoretical background and instructional
strategies needed to implement an integrated approach to teaching the language
arts throughout the curriculum K-8. Planned participation and observation in
schools.
EDU 449
Methods and Materials of Instruction for Mathematics in the
Elementary/Middle Schools 2 cr.
(Prerequisites: EDU 432/513, MBST.)
A laboratory, hands-on approach focusing on
the methodologies as well as a review/analysis of current trends in elementary
mathematics and their integration into the curriculum. Research on contemporary
issues in this area.
EDU 469
Curriculum and Methods of Teaching in the Secondary Schools 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: EDU 432/513, MBST.)
An introduction to curriculum and
instructional methods at the secondary level. Constructing of lessons and units
for use at junior high and senior high school levels. Topics include:
curriculum structure and content at the lesson and unit level; academic task
structures; participant structures; methods of instruction; classroom
leadership; lesson design; assessment, evaluation, and reporting of student
progress. Course experiences will increase students’ repertoires of
instructional strategies and techniques, and knowledge about curriculum and
instruction. Students begin to develop a professional portfolio.
EDU 471
Curriculum and Methods of Teaching in the Secondary Schools: Mathematics
3 cr.
Objectives and curricular organization of
secondary school mathematics courses. Content, sequence, and methods to
accomplish objectives. Measurement, evaluation, and reporting to parents.
Preparation of plans with class demonstration.
EDU 473
Curriculum and Methods of Teaching in the Secondary Schools: Social
Studies 3 cr.
A foundation of knowledge and skills to teach
various courses within the social studies at the high school level. Focus is on
design, implementation, and evaluation of social studies units and lessons that
have well articulated outcomes, appropriate instructional strategies, and
relevant assessments. Topics include: communication of social studies concepts;
curricular organization of secondary social studies; resources for curriculum
development and instruction; and critical examination of practice. Students
continue the development of a professional portfolio.
EDU 474
Curriculum and Methods of Teaching in the Secondary Schools:
Communication Arts 3 cr.
Objectives and curricular organization of
secondary school communication arts courses. Content, sequence, and methods to
accomplish objectives. Measurement, evaluation, and reporting to parents.
Preparation of plans with class demonstration.
EDU 475
Curriculum and Methods of Teaching in the Secondary Schools: Science 3
cr.
Objectives and curricular organization of
secondary school science courses. Content, sequence, and methods to accomplish
objectives. Measurement, evaluation, and reporting to parents. Preparation of
plans with class demonstration.
EDU 476
Developmentally Appropriate Early Childhood Assessment 3 cr.
An examination of issues and controversies
surrounding assessment of young children. Emphasis is placed on the need to use
multiple ways of gathering information which result in increased sensitivity to
children’s developmental and classroom needs. The action research model is used
to link observation and assessment to curriculum planning and instruction.
EDU 479
Diagnostic-Prescriptive Reading for Elementary Grades 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: EDU 443.)
The process of using assessment and
instruction at the same time to identify the instructional modifications that
enable problem readers to become independent learners.
EDU 481
Early Childhood Administration 3 cr.
(Formerly: EDU 258.) Organizing and
administering child development programs including licensing, budgeting, and
record- keeping; staffing, scheduling, and curriculum; approaches to working
with staff, parents, and the community including safety and nutrition.
EDU 482
Student Teaching in the Elementary/Middle Schools 6 cr.
(Prerequisite: EDU 432/513 and methods
courses.)
Teaching and related activities five days per
week in an elementary or middle school in the metro Detroit area under the supervision
of the department classroom teacher and a University supervisor. Conferences
throughout the term.
EDU 483
Student Teaching in the Secondary Schools 6 cr.
(Prerequisite: EDU 432/513 and methods
courses.)
Teaching and related activities five days per
week in a secondary school in the metro Detroit area under the supervision of
the department classroom teacher and a University supervisor. Conferences
throughout the term.
EDU 486
Young Children in Peril: Educational Implications 3 cr.
Critical examination of some of the difficult
conditions that many children and their families are confronting today and the
impact of these conditions on children’s development and learning. Conditions
that include poverty, homelessness, child abuse, family violence, neglect,
separation or divorce, substance abuse, and AIDS are explored. Effective child
advocacy and educational interventions are developed sensitive to the ethnic,
racial, cultural, and socio-economic diversity of the child.
EDU 489
Student Teaching in the Elementary/Middle Schools 8 cr.
Teaching and related activities five days per
week in an elementary school under the supervision of the classroom teacher and
a University supervisor. Fifteen weeks. Seminars and conferences throughout the
term.
EDU 490
Student Teaching in the Secondary Schools 8 cr.
Teaching and related activities five days per
week in a secondary school under the supervision of the classroom teacher and a
University supervisor. Fifteen weeks. Seminars and conferences throughout the
term.
EDU 493
Fundamentals of Statistics 3 cr.
An introduction to statistics as they are
used in education and social sciences. The basic logic underlying descriptive,
inferential, and non parametric statistics. Knowledge of the
concepts involved and some familiarity with basic formulas.
Graduate Courses
EDU 500
Methods of Educational Research 3 cr.
The methodology of educational research
including the nature of scientific thinking, selection of research techniques,
analysis and interpretation of data, formulation of conclusions, and
generalizations. Required of all candidates for the Master of Arts degree in
Education and Counseling.
EDU 501
Integration of the Arts in Content Curricula 3 cr.
Emphasizes integration of content across
disciplines. Focus is on integrating visual and performing arts across the
program. Developing content relevancy through creative crossdisciplinary
relationships is stressed. There is a section of this course that uses the arts
to foster volunteerism in schools. Through the use of ideas developed in this
course, teachers are able to encourage students to develop a greater sense of
self through the arts and through volunteerism in their schools and
neighborhoods, thus creating a more aesthetically pleasing environment.
EDU 502
Internship in Early Childhood Education 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: EDU 423, 476, 558, 559.)
Supervised field experience of 14 weeks, halfdays, or seven weeks, full days, in a developmentally
appropriate early childhood setting. Campus seminar included.
EDU 503
Independent Study 1-3 cr.
(Permission of instructor and dean required.)
Intensive, independent work on a topic or
problem of the student’s choice under the direction of his/her advisor.
EDU 513
Principles of Learning, Development, and Adjustment 3 cr.
In-depth study of research findings in
learning theory including the nature and direction of the learning process,
intelligence, critical and creative thinking, evaluation and measurement, and
motivation. Principles of development (infancy to senescence) and the
influences on learning and adjustment including cultural, learning
styles/patterns, etc. are examined.
EDU 514
Society and Education 3 cr.
A critical review of societal changes in
contemporary American society and their impact and implications on the structure
of American education. Examination of various movements designed to meet these
changes and projections for schools of the future including the status of the
American teaching profession, the cultural diversity of the school, and
multicultural education.
EDU 516
Curriculum Construction for Elementary/Middle Teachers 3 cr.
(Formerly: EDU 496.) An examination of the
foundations of curriculum construction focusing on course design. Areas of
study include: principles of curricular development; analysis of the process of
curriculum design and development; evaluation of curriculum and course designs;
application of curriculum models to specific situations; issues surrounding
curriculum design; preparation of outcomes and selection of content; design
approaches, strategies, and techniques. Students redesign an existing course or
design a new course to address current needs.
EDU 517
Curriculum Construction for Secondary Teachers 3 cr.
(Formerly EDU 497.) An examination of the
foundations of curriculum construction focusing on course design. Areas of
study include: principles of curricular development; analysis of the process of
curriculum design and development; evaluation of curriculum and course designs;
application of curriculum models to specific situations; issues surrounding
curriculum design; preparation of outcomes and selection of content; design
approaches, strategies, and techniques. Students redesign an existing course or
design a new course to address current needs.
EDU 525
Educational Policy Studies 3 cr.
Educational policies that affect the
contemporary American school. An analysis of the policy development process
through conflicting visions with a special emphasis on the role of philosophy
of education as a factor driving policy decision-making in education. Students
engage in policy decision-making situations required by educational
professionals.
EDU 526
Collaboration and Consultation in Education 3 cr.
Explanation of the integration of family,
school, and community utilizing the interdisciplinary team approach. The
process includes care, education, and treatment which enhances the ongoing
holistic framework in planning educational experiences for all students.
Experts in related fields will address theory and practice through
demonstration of the interactive process among professionals, support services,
family, and agencies.
EDU 550
Seminar in Early Childhood Curriculum and Instruction 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: EDU 500.)
Research problems in early childhood
education. An opportunity for the student to work in some phase of preschool or
primary education according to his/her needs and interests. A master’s research
paper is completed.
EDU 551
Seminar in Curriculum and Instruction 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: EDU 500.)
Research problems in education. An
opportunity for the student to work in some phase of education according to
his/her needs and interests. A master’s research paper is completed in this
course.
EDU 558
Cognitive Development in the Young Child 3 cr.
Theories of Piaget, Vygotski,
information processing and current brain research will be analyzed. Emphasis is
placed on translating theory into developmentally appropriate education
practices in the classroom.
EDU 559
Perceptual and Language Development in the Young Child 3 cr.
Theories on the acquisition of language and
early literacy. Identification and assessment of language development and early
socio-linguistic differences. Students learn various ways to observe and record
language functioning in the early childhood setting. Students are required to
engage in a language observation project and to develop an inservice
for parents and professionals on language and literacy development.
EDU 562
Developing Creative Environments for Children 3 cr.
(Material fee applicable.) Practical
applications in story telling techniques and a variety of artistic activities
used to enhance the young child’s natural creativity. The relationship between
play and the social, emotional, cognitive, and psychomotor development of the
young child will also be examined.
EDU 563
Philosophies and Models of Early Childhood Education 3 cr.
(Formerly: EDU 495 - Issues in Early
Childhood Education.) An opportunity to review, analyze, and evaluate current
philosophies, educational practices, and issues in early childhood education
(i.e., Montessori, Waldorf, Reggio Emilia, Head Start, High Scope, and other early
intervention programs.) Students are encouraged to co-generate their own vision
and philosophy of early childhood education. The role of the family in the
education of the child is emphasized.
EDU 567
Instructing Students Who Have Literacy Problems 3 cr.
Provides teachers with specific practical
assessment and instructional strategies for use with students having literacy
problems. Remedial techniques, approaches, and materials that can be integrated
into a literacy-based reading program are analyzed and applied in a variety of
contexts. Information from learning styles and multiple intelligences are
covered.
EDU 573
Administration of Elementary/Middle Schools 3 cr.
Introductory course in school administration.
Focus is on personal and professional leadership and the changing role of the
school principal in a dynamically changing school environment. Issues and
trends.
EDU 574
Administration of Secondary Schools 3 cr.
Introductory course in school administration.
Focus is on personal and professional leadership and the changing role of the
school principal in a dynamically changing school environment. Issues and
trends.
EDU 575
School Finance and Management of Education Services 3 cr.
A basic understanding of school finance
theory and practice. The focus is on how the nation’s schools are financed and
how the resources are distributed on a national, state, and local level. Recent
changes in Michigan’s school financing are studied. Individual school budgets
are analyzed.
EDU 578
Reading in the Content Areas 3 cr.
Strategies and approaches to help teachers
enable students to read, write, think, and study more effectively and
efficiently throughout the curriculum.
EDU 581
Multicultural Issues in Education 3 cr.
Designed to promote analytical and evaluative
abilities to confront issues such as participatory democracy, racism, sexism,
and the parity of power; to develop skills for values clarification; to examine
the dynamics of diverse cultures and the implications for developing
professional educational strategies; and developing these strategies.
EDU 582
School/Community Relations 3 cr.
Understanding, developing, and managing
school/community relations. How the "school story" can be effectively
communicated to the citizens of a school district. Various methods of
collecting data on community attitudes and beliefs. Analysis of school board
meetings.
EDU 586
Legal Foundations of American Education 3 cr.
The structure of American educational law is
studied from the Constitution to local rules and regulations. Important case
laws, current changes in statutes, rules and regulations, and its effects on
school decision making are studied.
EDU 590
Professional Staff Development 3 cr.
Prepares teachers and school administrators
to design, develop, and implement effective staff development and adult
education programs. The focus is on knowledge and skills to help understand and
promote the professional growth of teachers, administrators, and other school
staff. Course experiences provide approaches, strategies, and techniques that
can be applied to adult and professional development and build skills in the
organization of inservice education programs
including workshops, seminars, and conferences. Course project is creating a
staff development/adult education program.
EDU 592
Field Experience in Elementary School Administration and Supervision 2-3
cr.
(Prerequisite: EDU 573.)
Supervised field experience in elementary/
middle school administration and supervision including actual job performance
in both supervisory and administrative work. Arranged with the program
director.
EDU 593
Field Experience in Secondary School Administration and Supervision 2-3
cr.
(Prerequisite: EDU 574.)
Supervised field experience in secondary
school administration and supervision including actual job performance in both
supervisory and administrative work. Arranged with the program director.
EDU 594
Seminar in Educational Leadership 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: EDU 500.)
Research problems in school administration.
An opportunity for the student to work in some phase of educational
administration according to his/her needs and interests. A master’s research
paper is completed during this seminar.
EDU 596
Program Planning and Evaluation 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: EDU 516/517.)
Strategies for planning, designing, and
implementing educational programs. Principles and procedures for assessing the
quality and effectiveness of educational programs and materials. Analysis of
evaluation models with emphasis on instruments, methods, and practical
applications.
EDU 597
Curriculum and Instruction in Adult Education 3 cr.
Principles of adult education and the
development of curricular and instructional techniques for continuing
education. Organi-zation and administration of
in-service education programs and the design and implementation of workshops,
seminars, and conferences.
EDU 599
Master’s Thesis 6 cr.
Directed research project. Students should
consult their graduate advisor for format requirements.
EDU 600
Computer Uses in Education 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: EDU 459 or consent of
instructor.)
Advanced study of current trends and
methodology strategies in technology and their integration into the curriculum.
Hardware and software applications utilized in education and human services.
Research of contemporary issues in this area.
EDU 604
Internship in Educational Leadership 1-3 cr.
(Prerequisite: consent of advisor arranged at
least one semester prior to registration.)
Placement in a field situation in educational
administration under the supervision of a faculty advisor and field preceptor.
EDU 605
Independent Research Projects 1-3 cr.
Research project in area of specialized
interest. Restricted to students who have completed a major portion of course
work in the Education Specialist degree. By arrangement only.
EDU 609
Advanced Seminar in Curriculum Planning and Administration 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: EDU 516/517.)
Current curriculum issues and problems,
educational research findings, practical perspectives, and implications.
Emphasis on curriculum leadership roles in the classroom, school, and
administration of curricular policy in a school system.
EDU 620
Supervision of Instruction 3 cr.
Evolution and present status of supervision.
Methods and techniques of aiding teachers with planning for instruction and for
working with children. Problem areas in supervision. In-service education.
Evaluation of instruction and supervision.
EDU 623
Introduction to Mediated Learning 3 cr.
The course gives students a "road
map" for the program and overview of the content, process, and
applications of the program. A natural and well researched approach to
learning, Reuven Feuerstein’s
theory of Structural Cognitive Modifiability and companion method, Mediated
Learning Experience is introduced as a means of unlocking children’s potential
and promoting their thinking skills in school and life.
EDU 626
Mediated Learning with Parents and Volunteers 3 cr.
The course uses Katherine Greenberg’s cognitive
program which is designed to promote independent learning and has been used in
schools at sites around the world to mediate the prerequisites of effective
thought to students. The COGNET Program’s inquiry approach through the Blocks
and Tools for learning have been used to create in students the intrinsic
motivation needed to become lifelong learners.
EDU 631
School and Classroom Management 3 cr.
Humanistic principles and strategies for
dealing with classroom behavior. The causes and prevention of disruptive
behavior, positive corrective measures, reinforcement, punishment, and the
principles of logical consequences.
EDU 632
Instrumental Enrichment I 3 cr.
The primary goal of education is to stretch
the mind, to increase each person’s ability to keep on learning on one’s own.
This goal requires that educators understand theories of the nature and
development of human abilities. They need to adopt a conceptual framework that
explains the development of the important tools of learning and thinking and recognizes
the propensity of all humans to acquire such tools. It also requires that
teachers acquire a technology for the application of such theory in the
classroom, integrate these practices in the school curriculum and assess their
effectiveness. This course focuses on the Feuerstein/Vygotzky
theoretical model of Mediated Learning, Feuerstein’s
elaborate cognitive map, and the Instrumental Enrichment program.
EDU 635
Reflective Practice and Action Research 3 cr.
Explores how reflective practice and action
research can serve as a mainspring for mature professionalism, continual
learning, team problem solving, and democratic relationships in
school-communities. The course focuses on practical ideas for research methods
to collect data, how to reflect singly and in a group, and what to do in groups
in order to carry out action research which will help them become more
effective teachers. The approach stressed is one that empowers teachers to
contribute to the literature of research.
EDU 637
Seminar in Educational Leadership 3 cr.
Addresses the challenges and rewards of
developing and effectively using teacher leadership within the classroom,
school, system, and community. Emphasis is placed on the need to address
critical and controversial issues in education as a caring human, a scholar,
and a skilled, ethical decision maker. Particular attention is given to current
literature in the area of educational leadership, including the systems
learning perspective.
EDU 638
Dynamic and Other Authentic Assessments 3 cr.
Participants examine Feuerstein’s
Learning Propensity Assessment Device (LPAD), design and implement individual
and group assessments, and prepare an analysis report of the results. From this
experience and from study of text material, participants relate LPAD to
Instrumental Enrichment and mediated learning theory. The use of dynamic
assessment with minority groups is stressed as part of multicultural
classrooms. This class includes an emphasis on Feuerstein’s
cognitive map and the learner strengths and deficiencies. In addition,
participants are introduced to a variety of authentic assessments such as
artifacts, journals, logs, portfolios, group projects, performances, student
interviews, and self evaluations to measure student growth and development.
EDU 639
Action Research Project 3 cr.
During this course, students implement
classroom or school-based action research design, review their results, and
find avenues to share results and implications for creating more effective
schools. Participants then share their professional growth in action research
by taking part in the exchange of results. Items for review at the exchange
include the student professional portfolio which includes reflective journals
and artifacts which highlight transfer to the classroom and a summary of the
action research project. The goal is to share ways the student has improved
teaching practices and become a school leader.
EDU 640
Advanced Research and Statistics in Education 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: EDU 493 or equivalent and EDU
500.)
Techniques and procedures for conducting
research investigations in the social science area. Emphasis on systems of
statistical analysis employed in the interpretation of research data. Use of
the computer in research. This course is a prerequisite to EDU 698 in which an
independent research project in educational leadership is undertaken by the
student.
EDU 698
Field Research Project 3-6 cr.
(Prerequisites: EDU 640 and consent of
advisor.)
Study of a problem in the student’s area of
concentration utilizing appropriate research design and techniques. Education
specialist degree students only.
Core Courses
MLS 500
Introduction to Liberal Studies 3 cr.
A course designed to acquaint entering
students with the various perspectives contained within liberal studies.
MLS 501
Seminar in the History of Ideas 3 cr.
This seminar varies in content each time it
is offered. The general approach is to consider ideas as forces in history and
the evolution of culture and society. Students are expected to do independent
study and research within the general thematic structure in a given term.
MLS 502
Seminar in the Study of Society and Change 3 cr.
The structure and character of contemporary
society and the historical processes which have influenced the development of
modern society. The focus is on the methods and organizing concepts of the
social sciences.
MLS 503
Seminar in the Study of Culture and Society 3 cr.
Themes or topics which allow the student to
examine the interrelationship between the varied manifestations of a culture in
a given time and place, considering the arts, literature, institutions, etc.
MLS 505
Directed Studies 3-6 cr.
(Prerequisite: Permission of director.)
MLS 506
Final Project 3-6 cr.
This final, integrative project is the
capstone of the MALS program. Each student produces a research or creative
project and submits it for the critical consideration of his or her mentor and
colleagues in the program.
Courses for Advanced Undergraduate and
Graduate Students
PYC 412
History and Systems of Psychology 3 cr.
Survey of the history of psychology from the
ancient Greeks to the present. General theoretical systems of psychology
including Associationism, Structuralism, Behavioralism and its offshoots. Gestalt theories, Phenomenalism and Existentialism, Psychoanalytic and
related schools. Hormic and Holistic Psychologies.
PYC 420
Psychological Testing and Measurement 3 cr.
Nature of psychological tests, standardized
procedures, types of scales and scores, norms, reliability, validity. Survey of
standardized tests such as intelligence, aptitude, achievement, clinical,
personality, interests and values. Social, ethical, legal and other issues in
psychological testing.
PYC 430
Industrial and Organizational Psychology 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: PYC 225 or equivalent.)
Application of psychological principles and
techniques to business and industry. Contributions of psychology to selection,
placement, and development of the employee. Interviewing, morale studies and
accident prevention. Human relations, motivation, consumer and advertising
research.
PYC 437
Leadership and Supervision 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: PYC 225 or equivalent.)
Leadership in business and industry. Psychological
components of leadership, its function in business and the community. Training
leaders. Characteristics of present-day industrial leaders. Current research.
PYC 440
Cross-Cultural Socialization 3 cr.
Cross-cultural exploration of forces involved
in the socialization process, drawing on research from anthropology, biology,
and psychology. Effects of cultural and socioeconomic
variables on children’s cognitive and affective learning styles.
Graduate Courses
PYC 500
Social Psychology 3 cr.
Theory and research in individual and group
social psychology. Special psychology. Special stress on interpersonal dynamics
between health care givers and their clients.
PYC 501 Psychopathology 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: PYC 341 or equivalent.)
Survey of theory and research in personality
and abnormal behavior.
PYC 502 Lifespan Development 3 cr.
Study of developmental processes and learning
principles throughout the lifespan. Theory and research relevant to social,
emotional, intellectual and physical development.
PYC 503
Statistics 3 cr.
Basic statistical methods, designed to give
practitioners an understanding of important statistical concepts (sampling,
variable distribution, statistical inference) and standard bivariate
tests. Introduction to more advanced methods (factor analysis, multiple
regression), data analysis software, and critique of published research
articles.
PYC 504
Advanced Research 3 cr.
(Prerequisite or co-requisite: PYC 660 or PYC
503.)
Advanced research design and methodology in
psychology, focusing on appropriateness of methodology, including validity
issues and practical applications.
PYC 520
Assessment Methods I: Cognition and Personality 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: PYC 501, 503.)
Introduction to theory and practice of
testing and measurement of cognitive processes, especially intelligence and
personality.
PYC 521
Assessment Methods II: Projective Measurement 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: PYC 520.)
Theory and practice of projective testing.
PYC 522
Assessment Methods III: Differential Diagnosis in Clinical Psychology and
Substance Abuse 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: PYC 521.)
Theory and techniques of administering and
interpreting evaluative instruments in substance abuse. Study and practice of
DSM-III.
PYC/CD 523
Assessment Methods with Children 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: PYC 521.)
Psychological assessment principles and
techniques used with infants, children and adolescents.
PYC/ADS 530
Therapeutic Interventions I: Individual 3 cr.
Exploration of the development of counseling
methods and intervention procedures at theoretical, research-based and
experiential levels. Critical issues in individual, group and family-systems
approaches.
PYC/ADS 531
Therapeutic Interventions II: Family and Group 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: PYC 530.)
Examination of the same issues as Thera-peutic Interventions I, with emphasis on families and
groups.
PYC 432/532
Behavior Modification Therapy 3 cr.
Introduction and application of behavior
modification research to therapeutic methods.
PYC 536
Individual Psychotherapy with Children 3 cr.
Principles of individual psychological
treatment with children, including play therapy and other techniques.
PYC 543
Family Theory and Therapy 3 cr.
Application of therapeutic principles to
therapeutic practices for families.
PYC 540
Socialization of the Child 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: PYC 100.)
Cross-cultural exploration of forces involved
in socialization processes, drawing on research from anthropology, biology and
psychology.
PYC 542
Principles and Issues in Child and Adolescent Development 3 cr.
Fundamental theories, principles of
development and research trends as they apply to child and adolescent
development.
PYC 570
Issues in Industrial/Organizational Psychology 3 cr.
Comprehensive survey of the field of
Industrial/Organizational Psychology, including personnel psychology,
organizational psychology and engineering psychology.
PYC 571
Industrial/Organizational Assessment I: Psychometric Theory and Test
Construction 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: PYC 570.)
In-depth exploration of psychometric theory,
including primary focus on reliability, validity, utility theory and
application of these to test construction. Scaling issues, selection,
procedures models for combining test data, factor analysis.
PYC 572
Industrial/Organizational Assessment II: Human Resources Assessment 3 cr.
Specialized examination of human resources
assessment issues including theory and practice behind the use of human
resources instruments in organizational systems, for organizational change and
evaluation.
PYC 573
Ethical Issues in the Workplace 3 cr.
Ethical principles which govern professional
practice, especially in the industrial setting in the work environment.
Interaction of motivation and morale of personnel with the pressure of ethical
standards in industry and organizations.
PYC 574
Training and Development 3 cr.
Systematic review and practicum in the
training and development of employees. Application of learning theory and
research to design and implementation of training programs. Needs assessment,
goal setting and evaluation of training.
PYC 575
Leadership Models 3 cr.
Survey of theoretical approaches, empirical
findings and applied practice pertaining to leadership in the workplace.
Relationships between theoretical models and applied practice and between
leadership process and the content of leadership behavior.
PYC 576
Multicultural Issues and Race Relations in the Workplace 3 cr.
Presentation and class exercises on
principles of culture applied to work behavior in internationally diverse
settings. Exploration of cross-cultural perceptions, attitudes, values and
behavioral expectations to clarify interpersonal relations among people of
different backgrounds and to enhance their productive performance.
PYC 579
Capstone Course in Industrial/ Organizational Psychology 3 cr.
Integrative, independent-study and seminar
experience relates theory, research and practice in industrial/organizational
psychology. Guest speakers, student presentations integrate
industrial/organizational psychology principles with practicum experience and
career preparation. The final examination is the I/O master’s program
comprehensive exam which is administered in mid-April. This course is taken
concurrently with PYC 588, Practicum Experience. Both courses run for the
entire second year of the program (and meet bi-monthly during both semesters).
Students register for PYC 579 in the fall and register for PYC 588 in the
winter.
PYC 588
Practicum Experience in Industrial/ Organizational Psychology 3 cr.
A minimum of 250 hours of supervised practice
of industrial/organizational psychology in the workplace. Emphasis on skills in
assessment, interpersonal communication, decision-making, problem-solving,
trouble-shooting and insight into organizational problems and needs. (Please
see above for scheduling.)
PYC 589
Practicum Experience 6 cr.
A minimum of 500 clock hours supervised
practice in mental health agencies which employ fully-licensed psychologists.
PYC 590
Research: Special Projects 1-6 cr.
Independent study, directed research or
professional experience arranged with instructor to meet specific academic
needs.
PYC 599
Master’s Thesis 6 cr.
Original research on a topic of significant
academic and/or professional interest.
PYC 600
Developmental Psychology 3 cr.
Intensive study of the major areas of
theoretical research and endeavor in developmental psychology. Physical,
intellectual, emotional and social development across the lifespan.
PYC 602
Exceptional Children 3 cr.
An in-depth analysis of children with a
variety of disabling conditions. Theories of causation, assessment strategies,
alternative intervention techniques and classroom and home management
strategies.
PYC 603 Child Psychopathology 3 cr.
An in-depth analysis of children with
learning and behavior difficulties. Theories of causation, assessment
strategies, alternative intervention techniques and classroom management
approaches.
PYC 604
Learning and Memory 3 cr.
Theories and models of human learning and
memory and relevant animal models. Applications in psychopathology, cognition
and normal behavior.
PYC 615
Consultation 3 cr.
An introduction to the process of
consultation, the skills required and the uses of consultation in schools.
PYC 620
Psychological Assessment of the School Age Child 3 cr.
Administration, scoring, interpretation and
report writing of structured intelligence tests such as the Wechsler Scales and
various achievement and perceptual-motor tests. Focus is on the assessment of
the school-age child.
PYC 621
Psychological Assessment of the Pre-school Child 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: PYC 620.)
Administration, scoring and interpretation of
intelligence. The integration of test data from a variety of sources. Focus is
on assessment of the pre-school child.
PYC 622
Personality Assessment 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: PYC 621.)
Intensive study. Common instruments used to
assess the visual intelligence, motor and adaptive behavior in pre-school
children.
PYC 624
School Psychology Practicum 3-6 cr.
(Prerequisites: PYC 602, 620, 621, 622, 630.)
Supervised experience in such activities as
psychological assessment, staff conferences, parent consultation and short-term
counseling. Approximately 250 to 500 logged hours will be required, which may
be taken in one or two terms.
PYC 625
School Psychology Internship 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: PYC 624 and PYC 630.)
Experience in the full range of psychological
and related services within a public school system or mental health agency.
PYC 630
Psychological Services in the Schools 3 cr.
The roles and functions of the psychologist
in the schools. Educational and psychological assessment, consultation, ethical
standards, problems and issues. Status of field.
PYC 631
School Psychology Seminar 3 cr.
Discussion of practical and theoretical
problems encountered during the internship. Further content in professional
school
psychology.
PYC 632
Topics in School Psychology 3 cr.
An in-depth analysis of current topics in the
field of school psychology. Topics will change yearly.
PYC 647
Directed Research 1-3 cr.
Under the direction of a member of the staff,
a student may carry out a research project. No specific limitations on area of
interest are imposed but a final written report is required by the department.
PYC 648
Research in Psychological Literature 3 cr.
Individual research in psychological problems
based upon investigation of periodical literature.
PYC 649
Specialist Project 3 cr.
Students should consult the department for
requirements and format.
PYC 650
History and Systems of Psychology 3 cr.
Philosophical and scientific background of
modern psychology. Historical development of theories and ideas which affect
the practice of psychotherapy.
PYC 651
Physiological Psychology 3 cr.
Biological mechanisms underlying behavior,
with special attention given to human behavioral disorders. Neurophysiology, neuroanatomy, and the biological basis of psychophysiological disorders and psychopathology.
PYC 654
Theories of Personality 3 cr.
Analysis of the major theories of
personality, including psychoanalytic, behavioral and humanistic perspectives.
PYC 655
Basic Psychoanalytic Concepts 2 cr.
A basic, systematic introduction to key
concepts in psychoanalytic theory and practice.
PYC 660
Statistical Methods I 3 cr.
First course in the two-term sequence of
advanced statistical methods in psychology. Linear models including analysis of
variance (factorial and repeated measures), multiple regression, and analysis
of covariance. Continuous and categorical dependent measures are covered.
PYC 661
Statistical Methods II 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: PYC 660)
The second course in the sequence of advanced
statistical methods in psychology. Multivariate analyses including multiple
regression, canonical correlations, discriminant
function analyses, structural equation modeling and more.
PYC 663
Research Seminar 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: PYC 504, 660, 661.)
The process of empirical research from
developing conceptual models, proposal writing, to preparing research reports.
The format of this course is that of a participant seminar.
PYC 664
Research Topics 1 cr.
Ongoing seminar involving faculty and
students in research presentations. Emphasis on interpretation of design and
analysis and implementation of research.
PYC 670
Psychological Assessment I 3 cr.
Introduction of clinical assessment
techniques and concepts of test construction, validity and reliability, emphasizing
the administration, scoring and interpretation of the Wechsler Scales, MMPI and
Bender Gestalt.
PYC 671
Psychological Assessment II 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: PYC 670.)
An introduction to the more projective
diagnostic instruments used in a standard clinical battery of tests. Theory and
rationale of the Projective Hypothesis underlying projective techniques
presented through lectures, readings and discussion. Administration, scoring
and principles guiding interpretation of the DAP, TAT and Rorschach.
PYC 673
Psychological Assessment III 0 cr.
(Prerequisite: PYC 671.)
An in-house practicum in assessment conducted
at the University Psychology Clinic.
PYC 674
Developmental Psychology 3 cr.
An intensive examination and integration of
major theories in developmental psychology.
PYC 675
Child Development 3 cr.
An intensive examination of the course of
development from the prenatal period up to adolescence.
PYC 676
Child Psychopathology 3 cr.
An examination of childhood psychopathology,
beginning from infantile disturbances up to adolescence. Major syndromes are
examined from both a theoretical viewpoint and the perspective of the working
clinician.
PYC 677
Child Therapy 3 cr.
Training in the psychological treatment of
children.
PYC 678
Adolescent Pathology and Therapy 3 cr.
An intensive study of interrelated topics to
demonstrate the intimate relationship of knowledge of normal development with
its pathology and treatment.
PYC 685
Psychopathology I 3 cr.
Major syndromes in psychopathology: their
etiology, symptoms, etc.
PYC 686
Psychopathology II 3 cr.
A continuation of PYC 685 with emphasis on
personality disorders.
PYC 688
Principles of Psychotherapy 3 cr.
Theoretical model and practical application
of psychoanalytic methods.
PYC 689
Theories of Psychotherapy 3 cr.
The underlying theory, terminology and major
approaches to psychotherapy. Explores theoretical and research foundations.
PYC 690
Group Psychotherapy 3 cr.
A review of the major theoretical and
practical approaches to group psychotherapy.
PYC 693
Ethics and Professional Issues 3 cr.
Survey of basic ethical issues pertaining to
mental health care, American Psychological Association ethical standards and
Michigan licensure/professional practice policies.
PYC 716
Social Processes 3 cr.
Social psychological processes that occur in
groups and organizations. Communication, norms, leadership and decision-making.
PYC 750
Psychotherapy Practicum 0-3 cr.
A practicum at the Psychology Clinic of the
University of Detroit Mercy. The focus is on the development of therapeutic
skills.
PYC 752
Advanced Psychotherapy Practicum 1 cr.
Students who have completed PYC 750 may
continue to see patients at the Psychology Clinic under supervision. Admission
by permission of the instructor.
PYC 753
Clinical Practicum 0-1 cr.
(Prerequisite: Permission of program
director. To be taken in two consecutive semesters.)
Approximately 500 hours of supervised
clinical experience in an organized health care setting.
PYC 754
Clinical Internship 0-6 cr.
(Prerequisite: Two semesters of PYC 753 and
permission of program director.)
A 2,000-hour supervised year of clinical
experience in an organized health care setting. The internship may be taken on
a full-time basis for one year or on at least a 20-hour per week half-time basis
for two years.
PYC 765
Cognitive Therapy 3 cr.
This course is designed to examine the basic
tenets of cognitive therapy. Students develop a basic understanding of the
cognitive theory of personality and its application in psychotherapy.
PYC 767
Human Neuropsychology 3 cr.
Essential neuroscience foundations and
clinical methods for the study of brain-behavior relationships. Test methods
and approaches are surveyed and evaluated critically with reference to various
clinical settings.
PYC 768
Group Processes 3 cr.
A review of major contributions from the
fields of social psychology, sociology and clinical psychology related to the
development, process and structure of small groups.
PYC 769
Human Sexuality 3 cr.
This course begins with biological, psychological
and anthropological theories regarding sexuality. Varieties of human sexual
states are explored across the life-span, including heterosexuality,
homosexuality, marriage, solo sexuality, and celibacy. Deviations from the
normal are discussed in the contexts of legal issues and clinical applications.
PYC 770
Clinical Health Psychology 3 cr.
A review of the application of psychological
knowledge to the processes of health and illness. Issues revolving around the
interrelationships of psychological and physical dimensions to health and
illness.
PYC 771
Psychosis: Process and Treatment 3 cr.
Definition, processes and concepts most
useful to understanding psychosis. Treatment of psychotic individuals based
upon an in-depth theoretical understanding of psychotic processes and
manifestations.
PYC 772
Brief Intervention 3 cr.
Concepts of emotional crisis and of emergency
and brief intervention. Assessment, selection criteria, treatment planning and
implementation using brief therapy principles. Factors affecting efficient and
effective use of intervention time.
PYC 773
Program Evaluation and Supervision 3 cr.
Examination of models and methods of clinical
supervision of individual and group psychotherapy.
PYC 774
Behavioral Treatment 3 cr.
An examination of the various ways in which
behavior can be changed using behavioral and cognitive behavioral techniques.
PYC 775
Cultural Diversity 3 cr.
Exploration of contemporary perspectives on
human differences and examination of the powerful influences of "cultural
identity" on intrapsychic development and
cognitive, affective, and psychosocial functioning.
PYC 795
Topics in Psychology 3 cr.
An in-depth analysis of current topics in
psychology. Topics will change yearly.
PYC 798
Directed
Students who have completed all course and
practicum requirements but who have not as yet passed their qualifying exam
should register for this course every term until they achieve doctoral
candidate status, i.e. by passing their qualifying examination.
PYC 799
Dissertation Research 1-9 cr.
Consult department for format.
Courses for Advanced Undergraduate and
Graduate Students
RS 404
World Religions 3 cr.
An introduction to the major religious
traditions of the world. After an introduction to the study of religion, this
course explores the cultural and historical settings and the various forms of
Judaism, Christianity, Islam, Hinduism, and Buddhism. Special attention is
given to the spirituality and values fostered by each. The concepts of God and
the holy, the human condition and destiny, ritual practices, and ethical
behavior is among the major topics dealt with and compared.
RS 414
Women and Religion 3 cr.
Examination, from women’s perspectives, of
women’s experiences in various religious traditions. The relationship between
religious definitions of women and their social status. Feminists’ and womanists’ critical theories relating to dogmas, traditions
and ethics.
RS 422
The Old Testament (First Testament) I: Torah and Historical Writings 3
cr.
A study of the Torah (Genesis through
Deuteronomy) and the historical books (Joshua through II Kings). Use of
contemporary methods of critical interpretation of the major stories and their
theological insights, humor and enduring power.
RS 423
The Old Testament
(First Testament) II: Prophets, Wisdom, Apocalyptic 3 cr.
A study of the major and minor prophets, the
Wisdom literature and the emergence of the Apocalyptic in the book of Daniel.
RS 424
The New Testament
(Second Testament) I: The Four Gospels 3 cr.
A survey of modern scholarship on the
Gospels. Religious and political conditions of the Greco-Roman world of the
first century of the Common Era. The formation of the Gospels, the quest for
the historical Jesus and for information about the Jesus movement. The
distinctive approaches of the four evangelists, and the relationship of
canonical to non-canonical gospels.
RS 425
The New Testament (Second Testament) II: Acts, Letters, Revelation 3 cr.
A study of the development of the primitive
church, its Christologies/theologies, lifestyles and
leadership conflicts in the context of the political, religious and social
currents of the Greco-Roman world of the first century of the Common Era. RS
424 is not a prerequisite for this course.
RS 432
Classical and Contemporary Catholicism 3 cr.
Exploration of the historic Catholic
tradition from the patristic to the modern era, with special attention to the
philosophical and theological foundations and implications of key beliefs,
symbols, doctrines and rituals. Focus on the distinctiveness of Roman
Catholicism.
RS 434
Christian Ethics 3 cr.
An introduction to the foundations of
Christian morality in the New Testament and their later development, including
contemporary theology and present-day issues and questions (nuclear war,
abortion, social justice, etc.)
RS 444
Sexuality and Love in Contemporary Christian Thought 3 cr.
The nature of human sexuality and its
relationship to love. Contemporary theories of psychosexual development. History
of Christian teaching regarding sex. Changing attitudes toward sexuality,
homosexuality, married love and celibacy. Sexuality and gender roles. Sexual love and its relationship to religious love.
Graduate Courses
RS 500
Seminar: The Academic Study of Religion 3 cr.
This course introduces students to the
discipline of religious studies and explains how it differs from theology. It
outlines the history of the discipline from the 19th century onwards and the
view of those writers (like Friedrich Schleiermacher,
Rudolph Otto, and Mircea Eliade)
who have contributed to its growth and development. Contributions to major
areas of study such as the essence, origin, function, and language of religion
are discussed. Further, the various methods used in religious studies (such as
the historical, phenomenological, and linguistic) are examined and evaluated.
How these methods are applied to the study of various religious fields, such as
religious experience, the concept of God, and human nature and destiny, are a major
focus of the course.
RS 501
Anthropology of Religion 3 cr.
An introduction to current anthropological
approaches to the study of religion. Symbolism, myth, ritual, magic and
witchcraft. Contemporary viewpoints on primitive religions and on the great religions.
RS 502
Contemporary Religious Movements 3 cr.
The "cults" of the 1970s and their
impact on traditional religion. Understanding their excesses, financial
successes and appeal.
RS 503
Hinduism 3 cr.
History of Hinduism from its classical and
pre-classical origins to contemporary manifestations. The religious and
philosophical movements, change and continuity in the development of religious
thought and institutions.
RS 505
Islam 3 cr.
Understanding and living with religion. Politics and culture in the
RS 506
Buddhism 3 cr.
History of Buddhism from its origins to later
manifestations and differentiations into Mahayana and Theravada. Major philosophical schools and Buddhist institutions in South and
RS 507
Judaism 3 cr.
Essentials of Basic Judaism: the beliefs,
practices, customs, ceremonies, holidays and institutions. Current trends in
contemporary Jewish life and the concerns of Jewish people today. The different
denominations within Judaism. The place of modern
RS 513
Interreligious Dialogue 3 cr.
An examination of current efforts to promote interreligious dialogue. Various Christian interpretations
(or theologies) of other religions are examined with reference to major
official church documents published over the past half century. The meaning of
dialogue and arguments put forward to support it, along with its risks and the
efforts to harmonize it with Christian evangelization, are considered. Also,
understandings of interreligious dialogue from the
viewpoints of non-Christian religions are examined as well.
RS 524
Feminist Biblical Interpretation 3 cr.
Female subordination/male dominance, images
of God, power and leadership in institutional religion, differences in the ways
African Americans and white Americans read the Bible. Women in Israelite
societies, in early Judaism, in the Jesus movement, and in Gnosticism. Major
American and European feminist/womanist literary
criticism.
RS 526
Gospel Studies 3 cr.
An examination of one of the canonical or
non-canonical Gospels (its sources, composition, distinctive christological and theological emphasis, historical
community context, contemporary relevance), or of a specific topic in Gospel
research (parables, roots of Christian anti-Semitism, search for the historical
Jesus, etc.) Attention is given to gender issues. See specific course
description for the semester in which this course is offered.
RS 531
The Christian God (The Trinity) 3 cr.
A study of the experience of God as Father,
Jesus and Spirit; New Testament formulations (as well as Jewish-scriptural
background), Patristic development and Conciliar
definitions. Medieval theological elaboration, contemporary reinterpretation
and relevance.
RS 534
Theology of Death and Resurrection 3 cr.
An approach through literature and theology
to the deepest of life's mysteries: the dying and rising of Jesus and of every
human being. Biblical material as well as psychological and literary analogues
to the experience of death and resurrection.
RS 537
Black Liberation Theologies 3 cr.
Investigation of some contemporary theologies
in development by people of the African Diaspora, drawing on critical race
theory, gender constructions, and social analysis, as direct responses to
oppression.
RS 538
Latin American Liberation Theologies 3 cr.
Investigation of some contemporary
theological constructions and principles in development by people in various
Spanish-speaking countries, as responses to the sociocritical
analysis of multiple oppressions.
RS 543
Ethics and Economic Theories 3 cr.
The underlying assumptions about human
nature, community, and justice expressed in contemporary economic theories in
light of religious, especially Christian, teaching in social ethics.
RS 547
Christian Social Thought 3 cr.
The positions of major Christian thinkers on
the responsibilities of men and women toward each other, government, the
legitimacy of dissent, issues of justice.
RS 548
Justice: Contemporary Issues and Theories 3 cr.
Contemporary problems of justice in the areas
of economics, law, government and international relations in relation to
philosophical and religious theories of justice.
RS 550
Religion and Psychology 3 cr.
Areas of intersection between religion and
psychology, especially as interpreted by the psychodynamic and humanistic
schools of thought. Faith development, conscience and superego, the notion of
healthy human behavior, origin of the idea of God, quest for meaning, moral
development.
RS 555
Poets, Mystics and God 3 cr.
God as revealed to the intuitive vision of
great poets and mystics, chiefly of the English tradition. Works to read
include: The Cloud of Unknowing, Eliot’s Four Quartets, and the poetry of G.M.
Hopkins and Dylan Thomas.
RS 557
Spiritual Autobiographies 3 cr.
A careful reading of some of the great
religious autobiographies beginning with Augustine’s Confessions and moving on
to such 20th century giants as Gandhi and Dorothy Day, followed by an attempt
to write one’s own spiritual history in order to understand God’s presence in
one’s life more clearly.
RS 558
Theology of the Imagination 3 cr.
A study of the process of human creativity
and of the ways in which the imagination functions in religious revelation, art
and literature to disclose the divine.
RS 559
Violence, Nonviolence and Religion 3 cr.
Exploration of different relationships
between religion and violence through the consideration of various theories
about the origins and nature of violence. This course examines the various ways
in which different religious faiths have both encouraged violence and condemned
it, while proposing ways of ending the cycle of violence and enabling its
victims to heal.
RS 560
Christian Love 3 cr.
Exploration of the traditional doctrines of
love, agape, and caritas, and their related doctrines of grace and sin. Special
attention paid to issues made by gender differences, and to recent attempts to
reconstruct a model of Christian love in terms of care.
RS 561
Modern Roman Catholic Theology 3 cr.
Exploration of traditional and modern Roman
Catholic theology since Vatican II. Focus on the theologies of Karl Rahner, Francis Fiorenza, David
Tracy, and Elizabeth Johnson.
RS 562
Religion and Film 3 cr.
Introduction to the task of interpreting film
theologically. Emphasis on the ways in which cinematographic techniques can
convey religious meanings and perspectives.
RS 563
Religion, Health and Healing 3 cr.
Exploration and comparison of healing
traditions in indigenous cultures with modern medical culture. Emphasis on shamanism,
Jesus Christ as healer, Christian healers and their methods, and energy
medicine.
RS 570
Sex, Race and Class: Christian Feminists/Womanist
Ethics 3 cr.
An introduction to Christian feminist and womanist ethics. Topics may include the revisioning
of love, justice, sexuality, and the common good.
RS 595
Directed
RS 596
Topics in Biblical Studies 3 cr.
Topics may include Apocalyptic Literature in
The First and Second Testaments; Wisdom Literature in both Testaments; or the
Passion and Resurrection Narratives.
RS 597
Topics in Theology 3 cr.
Topics may include Contemporary Christologies; Protestant Theology; Modern Christian
Theologians; of the Theology of Karl Rahner.
RS 598
Topics in Ethics 3 cr.
Topics may include Ethics and Economic
Theories; Contemporary Ethical Theories; of American Religious Social Thought.
RS 599
Master’s Thesis 6 cr.
Students should consult chairperson for
format requirements.
Courses for Advanced Undergraduate and
Graduate Students
SEC 401
Security Systems & Crime Prevention 3 cr.
An overview designed to provide the student
with the history, organization, and administration of private security and
crime prevention. Emphasis is placed on policy and decision making, personnel,
budgeting, and integration to the business world. Crime prevention theories
relating to environmental, situational, and natural methods of crime prevention
are explored. The course is beneficial to security practitioners or criminal
justice students aspiring to work in the areas of police crime prevention or
community- based policing.
SEC 424
Crime Prevention through Environmental Design 3 cr.
The role of the physical environment in
facilitating and hindering crime. Urban planning and architectural design to
help minimize criminal activity. Foreseeability of
crime based on neighborhood analysis.
SEC 456
Managing Aggressive Behavior 3 cr.
Anticipating, responding to, and preventing
or controlling various forms of aggressive behavior in the workplace, the home,
and everyday life. Appropriate responses are examined from law enforcement,
human
services, and private security perspectives.
This course includes a hands on component in which self-defense techniques are
demonstrated.
SEC 490
Financial Aspects of Security 3 cr.
The effective use and preparation of
accounting information in management. Financial statements, cost analysis and
control, budgeting, performance measurement, and capital expenditure analysis.
SEC 495
Computer and Information Security 3 cr.
Overview of computer and information security
in a competitive global environment. Course content includes discussions of
economic espionages, financial frauds and computer crimes, protection of
proprietary information (in all forms), disaster containment and recovery, the
evolution of security countermeasures, and privacy and ethical issues. Computer
programming knowledge is not required.
Graduate Courses
SEC 501
Legal Issues in Security 3 cr.
Criminal law, administrative law, and
extra-legal contractual agreements that impact the American business scene.
Further emphasis on laws of arrest, search and seizure, evidence, and tort
liability as applied to private security.
SEC 502
Principles of Loss Prevention 3 cr.
An examination of security programming
responding to commercial, retail, industrial, and governmental proprietary
needs. Review of physical, personnel, and informational security. Techniques of
the security audit.
SEC 503
Occupational Safety and Health 3 cr.
State and federal legislation that impact
safety in the work place. Employers’ rights and responsibilities. Various
corporate programs.
SEC 504
Comparative Security 3 cr.
Security requirements in special areas.
V.I.P. protection, hospital, airport, campus, and computer crime. Industrial
sabotage, espionage, and ethics.
SEC 505
Interviewing Methods
(CJS 505) 3 cr.
Approaches to interviewing in human services
with special attention to legal and practical issues in law enforcement,
corrections, and security. Analysis of non-verbal behavior and techniques of
assessing credibility.
SEC 506
Evaluation of Security Programming 3 cr.
Methods of determining foreseeability
of security incidents and adequacy of security programming in light of this foreseeability. Negligence proofing and concepts of legal
liability. Discussion of industry standards and practices.
SEC 598
Research Projects in Security 3 cr.
Research project in area of specialized
interest. Restricted to students who have completed a major portion of their
course work. By arrangement only.
SEC 599
Seminar in Security Issues 3 cr.
Review and analysis of current controversies
in security including problems of terrorism, false alarms, and public police
moonlighting in private security. Critique of Hallcrest
Report and other pertinent research impacting on security and loss prevention.
Courses for Advanced Undergraduate and
Graduate Students
SED 474
Student Teaching in Special Education: Learning Disabilities 6 cr.
(Prerequisite: Taken at the end of the
program.)
One semester, five full days, of teaching and
related activities in a school setting for learning disabled students.
Supervision by a school district teacher who is endorsed in Learning
Disabilities and a University staff person who is in the field of special
education. Anyone with teacher certification or working toward certification
who does not possess a special education endorsement and is seeking a Learning
Disabilities endorsement must complete this course.
SED 484
Student Teaching in Special Education: Emotionally Impaired/ Behaviorally
Disordered 6 cr.
(Prerequisite: Taken at the end of the
program.)
One semester, five full days, of teaching and
related activities in a school setting for the emotionally
impaired/behaviorally disordered. Supervision by a school district teacher who
is endorsed in the Emotionally Impaired/Behaviorally Disordered and a
University staff person who is in the field of special education. Anyone with
teacher certification or working toward certification who does not possess a
Special Education endorsement and is seeking an Emotionally
Impaired/Behaviorally Disordered endorsement must complete this course.
Graduate Courses
SED 503
Independent Study 1-3 cr.
(Permission of instructor and dean required.)
Intensive, independent work on a problem of
the student’s choice under the direction of his or her advisor.
SED 504
Practicum in Special Education: Learning Disabilities 4 cr.
(Prerequisite: Taken at the end of the
program.)
Three hundred hours of clinical and/or field
experience with learning disabled students. Supervision is provided by an
on-site teacher who is endorsed in learning disabilities and a University staff
person who is in the field of special education. Seminar accompanies the
practicum to examine and clarify the experience. Taken by students who are
obtaining a second endorsement in a special education area.
SED 512
Special Education in the Secondary Schools 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: SED 560, SED 581 or SED 571.)
The special education teacher’s role within
the secondary setting. Consultative skills are established and developed.
Social skills, identity problems, role(s) in society, vocational skills, career
aspirations, and self-esteem in regard to the impaired adolescent and to
his/her appropriate inclusion in secondary programming and instruction are
addressed. Specific assessment materials, prevocational, vocational, and
transitional planning and programming are examined. Guidance procedures,
classroom and curriculum management techniques, communication skills, and
academic support programs are explored. Computer uses in secondary school
special education are presented.
SED 539
Practicum in Inclusionary Education 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: Taken at the end of the
program.)
Three hundred hours of clinical experience in
an inclusionary classroom. Supervision by a special
education and regular education University staff person and designated on-site
school district personnel. Demonstration of specific planning, management, use
of technology, collaborative experiences and specific methodology which
enhances learning for all children within the inclusionary
classroom. Seminar accompanies the practicum to examine and clarify the
experience.
SED 557
Special Education Field Experience 3 cr.
One-half day per week for 16 weeks of
observation experience in a classroom setting appropriate to endorsement
(learning disabilities or emotionally impaired/behaviorally disordered.)
Opportunities for one-to one tutoring, planning and instruction with small
groups, organizing and preparing materials, limited use of classroom management
techniques, and experiences in self-evaluation. Supervision is provided by a
school district teacher and a University staff person who are in the field of
special education.
SED 560
Exceptional Persons 3 cr.
Introduction, overview, research, general
background, nature, and characteristics of the following various special
education classifications: the educable impaired, trainable impaired,
emotionally impaired/behaviorally disordered, physically and otherwise health
impaired, learning disabled, visually impaired, hearing impaired, multiple
impaired, traumatic brain injured, and gifted. Various growth and developmental
patterns, learning styles, and the implication(s) of their impairment to their
education, role(s) in society, psychological and social development, and
productivity. Common-alities and differences between
the various exceptionalities and the regular education student in regard to
social, emotional, behavioral, intellectual, and physical growth and
development are explored. The principles of the "least restrictive"
environment are explored. Special education federal and state legislation is
presented and discussed.
SED 563
Identification and Assessment in Special Education 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: SED 560, SED 571, or SED
581.)
Various diagnostic instruments used in the
evaluation and measurement of learning disabilities, their administrative
procedures, and their use for prescriptive and practical programming for
students. The role of tests, testing, and the terminology, administration, and
interpretation in the assessment of intellectual, educational, emotional,
perceptual, aptitude, achievement, vocational, personality, and interest of the
impaired are explored. Standardized norm-referenced tests, criterion-referenced
instruments, and informal testing procedures are examined. Referral guidelines,
diagnosis, prescription, planning, and treatment. Simulation of the
multidisciplinary process and the IEPC wherein the IEP is developed with the
inclusion of appropriate educational program goals and dimensions from the
evaluation process.
SED 567
Strategies for Teaching Mathematics and Language Arts to The Learning
Disabled 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: SED 560, SED 571.)
Use of visual and manipulative materials for
the instruction of mathematical concepts. Various approaches in language arts
instruction (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) are explored with
approaches and methods for teaching reading emphasized. Metacognitive
thinking skills and creative problem solving techniques are utilized. Computer
software and usage in educating learning disabled students is presented.
SED 571
Learning Disabilities 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: SED 560.)
Neurological, language and behavioral
problems, multidisciplinary thinking, general academic problems, and diagnostic
problems are explored. Philosophical and etiological models, theories and
research relating to the central nervous system, normal language acquisition,
basic academic areas, and the sensory/ perceptual processing of information
necessary for growth and development are examined. Theoretical and empirical
models for remedial and compensatory procedures are reviewed. Federal and state
special education legislation are addressed.
SED 576
Educating the Learning Disabled 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: SED 560, SED 571.)
Instructional systems, methodology, and
materials useful in remediation of learning problems. Difficulties in basic
academic areas and methods towards their achievement: reading, spelling, math,
perception, information processing, and behavior. Focus on curriculum design,
development, modification and adaptation, identification of appropriate methods
and materials, helping strategies, and behavior management techniques.
Available service delivery models, the role of instructional personnel, and
consultative skills are explored. Computer uses are addressed. Meeting IEP
goals through curricular, instructional, and management techniques.
SED 581
The Emotionally Impaired/ Behaviorally Disordered 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: SED 560.)
Psycho-educational characteristics,
diagnostic categories, current programs, and treatment models. Theoretical
considerations of disturbed behavior emphasizing various models are explored.
Significant case studies and research in the field are presented and examined.
Federal and state special education legislation are addressed.
SED 582
Educating Severely Emotionally Impaired/Behaviorally Disordered and Autistic Students 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: SED 560, SED 581, SED 583.)
Communication skills in teaching language
and/or communication to autistic and severely emotionally impaired/behaviorally
disordered children and adolescents. Alternative methods of communication.
Activities, techniques, recreational, prevocational, vocational, transitional,
behavior management and technology approaches are addressed.
SED 583
Educating the Emotionally Impaired/Behaviorally Disordered 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: SED 560, SED 581.)
Program and curriculum development
methodologies, materials, techniques of management, problem solving, technology
and interventions. Adaptation of curriculum for Emotionally
Impaired/Behaviorally Disordered students within the "least
restrictive" environment with reading approaches and methods emphasized.
Meeting IEP goals through appropriate curricular, instructional, and management
techniques. Concerns (developmental, vocational, transitional, and behavioral)
in curriculum and instructional planning.
SED 585
Educating Diverse and Special Populations in the Inclusionary
Setting 3 cr.
(Prerequisites: SED 560, SED 571, SED 581,
EDU 526.)
The effective development and implementation
of IEPs and IFSPs in the inclusionary setting. Planning, assessment, and management
techniques for intellectual, academic, affective, and social, individual, and
group growth. Focuses on collaborative/consultative approaches. Methodological
approaches including those which meet vocational and transitional needs of
students. Effective use of technology, resources, and materials in the inclusionary setting.
SED 587
Seminar in Special Education 3 cr.
(Prerequisite: EDU 500.)
Research which correlates theory and practice
in the field of special education. The master’s research paper is completed
during the seminar.
SED 588
Practicum in Special Education: Emotionally Impaired/Behaviorally
Disordered 4 cr.
(Prerequisite: Taken at the end of the
Program.)
Three hundred hours of clinical and/or field
experience with emotionally impaired/behaviorally disordered students.
Supervision is provided by an on-site teacher who is endorsed in the
emotionally impaired/behaviorally disordered and a University staff person who
is in the field of special education. Seminar accompanies the practicum to
examine and clarify the experience. Taken by students who are obtaining a
second endorsement in special education.