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2022 - 2023 Undergraduate Catalog [FINAL EDITION]
Course Descriptions
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Writing enriched courses are designated W
Service learning courses are designated S.L.
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LEID 273 - Constitutional and Legal Rights of Women
3 Credit(s)
Elective course for the bachelor’s and associate’s degrees.
This course provides an overview of women’s rights by exploring the landmark Supreme Court cases and changes in laws that have defined the legal rights of women in the United States. Students study women’s efforts for constitutional equality; women’s employment rights; reproductive freedom; same sex marriage issues; and women and crime. The class is taught from a constitutional law perspective, broadening the student’s understanding of the foundations of women’s constitutional rights. This is a nonlegal specialty course.
Prerequisite(s): Introduction to Law.
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LEID 274 - Trademarks and Copyrights
3 Credit(s)
Elective course for the bachelor’s and associate’s degrees. Required for legal certificate with a concentration in intellectual property.
This course provides an understanding of the basic principles of trademarks and copyrights. Practical skill building includes how to perform preliminary searches for trademarks, the trademark registration process, maintaining a trademark registration, and supporting trademark interparties and trademark usage and compliance. The second half of the course focuses on copyrights, which are used primarily to protect original artistic, literary, and musical works. Basic copyright concepts are introduced, which include the types of protectable works. Students learn how to obtain a copyright registration and establish rights for coauthors, as well as what is and is not protectable under copyright law. This section also examines copyright infringement, legal remedies for same, and the common defenses to an infringement allegation. This is a legal specialty course.
Prerequisite(s): Introduction to Law and Legal Research I.
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LEID 275 - Patents and Trade Secrets
3 Credit(s)
Elective course for the bachelor’s and associate’s degrees. Required for legal certificate with a concentration in intellectual property.
This course focuses on the law of patents and trade secrets and examines the role of the legal in securing patent rights and trade secrets. Students gain insight into the foundation of patent law process, including, patent application processes for utility, design and plants, ownership rights, transferring patent rights, remedy for/defenses involved in litigation upon infringement, and new developments/current events in patent law. Students will be able to define and describe the factors that establish a trade secret as well as be able to understand how they are protected, in addition to the possible legal remedies for misappropriation of a trade secret. This is a legal specialty course.
Prerequisite(s): Introduction to Law and Legal Research I.
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LEID 276 - E-Discovery
3 Credit(s)
Elective course for the bachelor’s and associate’s degrees.
This course provides a framework for discussion of the issues surrounding the discovery of electronically stored information (ESI). The course addresses the identification and preservation of electronic materials, as well as technical aspects of reviewing and producing those relevant documents. Areas of interest include information management, collection, processing, technology, production, and presentation. Metadata, privilege, spoliation, and authentication are also a focus. Use of these documents for trial presentation is a highlight. This is a non-legal specialty course.
Prerequisite(s): Introduction to Law.
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LEID 277 - Intellectual Property Transactions
3 Credit(s)
Elective course for the bachelor’s and associate’s degrees. Required for legal certificate with a concentration in intellectual property.
This course provides an indepth look at intellectual property transactions, including nondisclosure (secrecy) agreements, employee agreements, technology transfer, mergers and acquisitions, and the due diligence required thereof, licensing and technology, Internet, and social media. This course examines the role of the legal in technology and corporate transactions such as outsourcing, strategic alliances, licensing, e-commerce, finance, and restructurings. The content of this course is a foundation for those who intend to specialize in intellectual property. This is a legal specialty course.
Prerequisite(s): Introduction to Law, Legal Research I, Trademarks and Copyrights, Patents and Trade Secrets.
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LEID 278 - Career Development for Paralegals
3 Credit(s)
Elective course for the bachelor’s and associate’s degrees.
In this course, students concentrate on career development for new legal professionals. Students develop new résumés and cover letters and revise existing writing samples in preparation for entering the job market. With individual guidance from the instructor, students produce a primary résumé and alternative résumé(s) based upon their unique education and professional experience using the latest techniques in résumé development. Students have the opportunity to participate in mock interviews, develop and use an “elevator pitch,” and utilize a variety of social media tools to manage their developing careers. Students study the hiring process for employment with solo practitioners, medium and large law firms, and state and federal government agencies. This course also includes a focus on the role of a mentor, membership in professional organizations, and networking. This is a legal specialty course.
Prerequisite(s): Introduction to Law, Ethics, Legal Research I, and Legal Research II.
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LEID 279 - Special Topics in Criminal Law
3 Credit(s)
Elective course for the bachelor’s and associate’s degrees.
Students survey a selection of special topics in criminal law, which can include victimology, measurement of crime, criminal evidence, criminology and the court system. The course instruction draws upon an exploration of landmark criminal law cases, including current cases when applicable. Students complete tasks from the perspective of a professional legal and learn the role and responsibilities of a legal within the realm of criminal law. This is a non-legal specialty course.
Prerequisite(s): Introduction to Criminal Justice.
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Management |
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MGT 100 - Understanding and Working in Organizations
3 Credit(s)
This introductory course is for freshman business students and those who want to explore a potential business major. The objective of the course is to develop students’ understanding of the fundamentals of how firms work, succeed, and compete in the business landscape. Using the value chain framework, this course exposes students to the general functions of business, how different business activities fit together to make an organization and what it means to work and manage in different functional areas. Students develop an understanding of how industry dynamics and business activities affect operations and outcomes. The course has a strong career development component. Students participate in activities generated from Widener’s Career Services, which include completing a personal assessment of interests and begin professional preparation. This course also provides opportunities for student to become more actively engaged in the work of business by learning about local industries. This course plays a key role in establishing a foundation for subsequent courses in the SBA curriculum. Open to freshman or sophomores.
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MGT 310 - Leadership in Business
3 Credit(s)
The ability to take charge and lead effectively is critical for success in today’s performance-driven workplace. This course helps students develop self-awareness and interpersonal skills that they need to assume leadership roles in the early phases of their careers. In the area of professionalism, student develop competencies in time management, stress management, and professional and ethical integrity. Finally students develop interpersonal skills including the ability to communicate, influence, delegate and empower effectively. They also develop a range of leadership styles and learn to match them to the situation at hand. This course uses a hands-on learning-bydoing teaching approach. Professional preparation continues with a focus on professional communication, effective interviewing and career planning.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing and MGT 210 .
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MGT 335 - Sustainability, Innovation, and Entrepreneurship
3 Credit(s)
Three trends are shaping the current business landscape: the role of entrepreneurs as the driving force in the global economy, the use of innovation to gain competitive advantage in the marketplace, and the move toward environmentally sustainable products, services, practices, and business models. These three trends represent the sweet spot for future job growth and career development in a variety of fields and industries. UMGT 335 positions students to capitalize on these trends by helping them gain knowledge and develop competencies in the areas of entrepreneurship, innovation, and sustainability. Its interdisciplinary nature enables students to pursue careers in a diverse and changing world. Students engage in class discussion, problem solving, and experiential learning to assimilate the methods and skills of successful entrepreneurs with a focus on sustainability-related innovation in product, process, and strategy development. Students investigate complex issues, deliver oral presentations, meet and interact with business and technology leaders, and develop a personal journal, notebook, or blog. This course is suitable for students in business, technology, the arts, and sciences.
Free or limited elective
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing.
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MGT 345 - Health Care Management
3 Credit(s)
This course provides a general orientation to management practices in the field of health care. The focus is on management concepts, processes, and theoretical content considered necessary for persons who intend to practice in a health care management position. Emphasis is placed on the differences in management of health care from other commodities and the importance of patient care and ethical issues. Tradeoffs between patient care issues and financial accountability are addressed.
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MGT 360 - Project Management
3 Credit(s)
This course introduces students to the art and science of successful project management with applications in planning, performing, and controlling both technical and managerial projects. Material is presented following the 5 phase project life cycle: initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, and closing. Topics include project management terminology, project selection, forming project teams, project planning, negotiation and conflict resolution, budgeting and costs estimation, project scheduling, project integration, and termination.
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MGT 365 - International Business
3 Credit(s)
The course presents a specialized, managerial overview of environmental and operational issues of international business. Several related topical areas are investigated. First, the course examines the scope and patterns of international business and the environments it confronts. Emphasis is placed on the economic, political, legal, financial, and cultural environments of international business. Second, the theories and institutions of international business are explored, with a focus on multinational corporations (MNCs) and their global strategy formulation and implementation.
Prerequisite(s): ANTH 105 and MGT 210
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MGT 388 - Special Topics
3 Credit(s)
This course provides a general orientation to management practices in the field of health care. The focus is on management concepts, processes, and theoretical content considered necessary for persons to practice in a health care management position. Emphasis is placed on the differences in management of health care from other commodities and the importance of patient care and ethical issues. Tradeoffs between patient care issues and financial accountability are addressed.
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MGT 451 - Senior Project
3 Credit(s)
This course helps integrate and reinforce concepts, theories, and practices studied in previous coursework and apply them to complex business problems. Successful completion of the course requires students to demonstrate effective communication, project management, and collaborative skills. The class operates in a seminar mode providing opportunities to examine key business, economic, ethical, and environmental issues confronting managers of contemporary organizations. Students complete individual research assignments and report their findings through presentations, papers, and blogs. Student teams complete projects involving complex “real world” business problems or opportunities. They work with local businesses or nonprofit organizations in coordination with the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) to perform a variety of business tasks, including market research, financial projections and feasibility studies, and strategic business plans. Through project teams, students learn about contemporary business issues, develop critical technical and leadership skills, and make a meaningful contribution to the local business community.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and completion of all SBA core business courses except MGT 452 and 300- level economics courses.
(SAME AS EC 451 )
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MGT 452 - Management Policy and Strategy
3 Credit(s)
Policy formulation and strategic decision-making from the viewpoint of the top-level manager is presented. The student is called upon to integrate the frameworks of accounting, finance, management, economics, and marketing through case analysis and group discussion. This is the capstone course for the bachelor of science in business administration. Early in the semester, students are assessed on business concepts covered previously in the SBA core curriculum via a comprehensive examination. All sections are writing enriched.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and completion of all SBA core courses except PHIL 352 and 300-level economics courses.
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MGT 498 - Management Internship
1-3 Credit(s)
This is a course developed for management majors to provide opportunities to obtain practical experience by applying their knowledge gained through the classwork in an actual business environment. Students work on projects developed with industry partners and prepare reports on these experiences with their academic and industry supervisors. Note: This course can only be taken pass/no pass as a free elective.
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MGT 499 - Independent Study
1-4 Credit(s)
Intensive study and analysis of some management topic is culminated with the presentation of a major research paper under the close supervision of an assigned faculty member.
Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior standing and the approval of the faculty advisor.
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Management Information Systems |
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MIS 180 - Computing and Spreadsheets
1 Credit(s)
Today’s business professionals are expected to use data for decision making. This course provides business students with an introduction to Excel and the use of spreadsheets for managerial decision making. Topics include formulas, introductory and intermediate functions (e.g., IF, VLOOKUP, and AVERAGEIF) and formatting, sorting and filtering, basic graphing, sensitivity analysis, pivot tables, and data tables. There is a strong emphasis on appropriate spreadsheet design and professionalism. Students who complete MIS 180 are eligible to qualify for Excel certification. See instructor.
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MIS 290 - Management Information Systems
3 Credit(s)
This course provides elementary concepts to the management of information systems. The single most important factor in doing business in today’s competitive environment is how accurate, complete, and fast information is disseminated to managers. Other important factors include how a manager can model and automate decisions to save time and money while delivering quality products and services and how a manager can plan and optimize decisions based upon a given set of parameters. The above factors necessitate an understanding of information technology and its role in business in today’s global environment. This course covers the understanding of gathering, storing, organizing, and disseminating information so that it can be utilized efficiently. It incorporates security of the vital information and the cost of using hardware, software, and personnel. The purpose of this course is to understand the underlying principle of information systems from a user perspective for different management functions. The course surveys the impact of current information systems technology on various business functions, including accounting, economics, marketing, human resources, finance, sports management, and international management. The impact of information on the role of management is stressed. Issues include how information should be integrated into the organization to provide a competitive advantage. This course counts toward the SAP Recognition Award.
Prerequisite(s): MIS 180
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MIS 358 - Database Management Systems
3 Credit(s)
This course is a study of the technology and management of database information systems. The course surveys various theories of data modeling, emphasizing the entity-relationship and object-oriented models. Topics include data structures, organization, design, auditing, security, and recovery. A leading commercially available database management system is used, and its capabilities are evaluated. The role of the database administrator in the modern corporation is explored. Students cannot receive credit for both MIS 358 and CSCI 434 .
Prerequisite(s): MIS 290
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MIS 363 - Object-Oriented Design and Development
3 Credit(s)
Object-oriented concepts are prevalent in today’s organizations. This course emphasizes the object-oriented aspects of programming, analysis, and design. Students learn how to design and develop information systems using an object-oriented/event-driven language. Design and development of business applications that are efficient and maintainable are emphasized. Topics include object-oriented concepts such as classes, inheritance, polymorphism, abstraction, hierarchy, modularity, and encapsulation. The course reinforces object design concepts using an object-oriented programming language. Students are required to design and write a number of applications to solve business problems. This course counts toward the SAP Recognition Award.
Prerequisite(s): MIS 290
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MIS 430 - ERP Systems and Workflow Management
3 Credit(s)
To survive in the 21st century, organizations have focused on integrating enterprise-wide technology solutions in an attempt to improve their business processes. The largest of these information technology solutions has been in the area of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems. This course introduces the student to ERP systems and the role of workflow management in enabling those systems. Students examine the ERP market, then experience an overview of the SAP ERP system. Students are introduced to various modules of SAP and receive basic hands-on experience with SAP. There is an emphasis on analysis and design of business processes in order to improve organizational workflow. As a result, students gain experience with SAP Business Workflow. This course covers both functional and technical issues of ERP systems. This course counts toward the SAP Recognition Award.
Prerequisite(s): MIS 290 .
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MIS 441 - Decision Support Systems
3 Credit(s)
As organizations and the business environment become increasingly complex, the role of information technology in supporting informed and intelligent decisions has continued to increase. Web-based technologies deliver enterprise information and knowledge, business environment data, analysis tools, and collaboration capabilities to support decision making. Systems designed to support decisions take many forms and functions. This course surveys the theories and the applications in these systems, including decision support systems, group collaboration and support systems, executive information systems, artificial intelligence, expert systems, intelligence agents, organizational learning, and knowledge management. Extensive use of spreadsheets and SAP are incorporated into this course. This course counts toward the SAP Recognition Award.
Prerequisite(s): MIS 290 .
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MIS 497 - Capstone Internship in Business Analytics
3 Credit(s)
This course provides opportunities for students to synthesize their understanding of the business analytics coursework through the application of classroom instruction in a work setting. Students work on projects developed with industry partners and prepare reports on these experiences with their academic and industry supervisors. Note: This course substitutes for MGT 451 in the business analytics curriculum and is only available to business analytics majors.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing, completion of all SBA core business courses with the exception of MGT 452 , one 300-level economic course, and at least a 2.5 cumulative GPA.
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MIS 498 - Management Information Systems Internship
3 Credit(s)
This course developed for the Management Information Systems Option provides opportunities for obtaining practical experience by applying knowledge gained through classwork in an actual business environment. Students work on projects developed with industry partners and prepare reports on these experiences with their academic and industry supervisors. Note: This course can only be taken pass/no pass as a free elective.
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Marketing |
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MKT 300 - Marketing Principles
3 Credit(s)
The course primarily has a micromarketing orientation in that it presents marketing from the perspective of an individual manager or firm in the design of the marketing mix, target market selection, environmental assessment, securing information, and understanding consumer/buyer behavior. Marketing’s macro interface with society and the ethical responsibilities of managers in a global context are examined. A dynamic computer simulation stressing team work and group decision making is an integral part of the course.
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MKT 320 - Event Planning and Sport Marketing
3 Credit(s)
In this course, students plan and execute a simulated marketing and publicity event designed to accomplish a sport organization’s goals. Students not only apply business skills in an event-marketing context but also receive exposure to the interdepartmental nature of a marketing decision-making process, blending together input from sales, marketing, publicity, creative services, broadcasting, events/entertainment, and accounting.
Prerequisite(s): MKT 300
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MKT 400 - Consumer and Business Buyer Behavior
3 Credit(s)
This is a marketing elective that analyzes in detail the qualitative and quantitative factors contributing to the thought processes, feelings, and behaviors of individual consumers and business organizations. The course critically examines the contributions of economics, marketing, and related behavioral disciplines to modern consumer behavior theories to deduce and predict consumer behavior of firms and individuals. Topics include a review of cultural, social, personal, and psychological factors influencing behavior. Problems and contributions of modern psychoanalytic theory and motivation research are studied from the perspective of their impact on improved marketing decision making. Students are introduced to current research trends in the discipline as reflected in the leading academic marketing journals. The course requires an in-depth research paper investigating a current consumer behavior topic.
Prerequisite(s): MKT 300 . Students may not receive credit for both MKT 400 and PSY 203 (Consumer Behavior and Advertising).
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MKT 405 - Sales Management
3 Credit(s)
This marketing elective course provides an overview of the terminology, methods, and issues in managing the personal selling function of the promotional mix. Topics include sales forecasting and quota methods, selection and recruiting of sales people, training, compensation, and motivation methods and issues, organization of sales territories, sales force automation, and the professional personal selling process. The course relies on a mix of lectures, exercises, guest speakers, case studies, and an interview project.
Prerequisite(s): MKT 300
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MKT 406 - Marketing Research
3 Credit(s)
This course introduces students to the methodology and procedure of securing information for improved marketing decision making. The marketing research process is presented as a sequence of logically connected steps that depends on problem definition, research design, sample selection and data interpretation, and presentation. Questionnaire design, scale development, hypothesis testing, and regression analysis are other topics studied. Students are assigned a semester-long research project addressing one of the areas of study.
Prerequisite(s): MKT 300 and QA 252 .
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MKT 409 - Customer Relationship Management
3 Credit(s)
Customer relationship management (CRM) is a business strategy that enables companies to understand and connect with their customers more effectively. Emerging technologies permit firms to become more customer-centric—a new strategic imperative. Defining and implementing an effective CRM strategy is currently a key topic for marketers. The technology available to support a CRM strategy is new and rapidly changing, requiring that marketers rethink their interactions with customers. In this course, students learn about how a company crafts and implements a strategy to coordinate and integrate all of the various touchpoints available to a customer, including web pages, call centers, and the field sales force. Various CRM software packages are examined and discussed. Technology is explored from the point of view of the technology purchaser and user, so a technical background is not necessary. Projects and exercises enable sudents to become familiar with a variety of the software packages. This course counts toward the SAP Certificate of Recognition.
Prerequisite(s): MKT 300 .
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MKT 410 - International Marketing
3 Credit(s)
The global dimensions of marketing activities are emphasized in this course. As such, the course stresses the importance of cultural, political, social, religious, technological, and economic factors in determining how consumer preferences are formed. The conditions for designing successful marketing strategies across diverse markets are studied. Major topics include comparative advantage, the standardization customization debate, currency fluctuations, market entry strategies, nature of business risks in global markets, growth of regional alliances, and manipulating controllable marketing variables on a global scale. The course makes use of case studies to reinforce concepts. A major term paper is required.
Prerequisite(s): MKT 300 and MGT 365 .
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MKT 412 - Digital Marketing and Advertising
3 Credit(s)
This course provides an overview of the terminology, methods, strategies, and issues in managing the digital advertising function of the promotional mix. Topics include social, ethical, and regulatory aspects, advertising on the internet, digital media selection, digital marketing management tools, digital metrics and analytics, digital marketing strategy development, and the functions of digital advertising participants. The course relies on a mix of lectures, industry certification materials, case study discussions, and projects. 3 semester hours
Prerequisite(s): MKT 300 .
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MKT 498 - Marketing Internship
3 Credit(s)
This course provides opportunities to obtain practical experience by applying marketing knowledge gained through classwork in an actual business environment. Students work on projects developed with industry partners and prepare reports on these experiences with their academic and industry supervisors. Note: This course can only be taken pass/no pass as a free elective.
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Mathematics The sequence MATH 117 –MATH 118 is primarily for students in the social sciences, economics, accounting, and management. The sequences MATH 141 –MATH 142 and MATH 131 –MATH 132 –MATH 133 are primarily for students in engineering, the sciences, and mathematics. Students may not receive credit for MATH 117 –MATH 118 as well as credit for either of the other sequences.
The sequence MATH 141 –MATH 142 covers the same material as MATH 131 –MATH 132 –MATH 133 at a more rapid pace. Students who need a review of trigonometry are strongly advised to take MATH 131 –MATH 132 –MATH 133 . Students may not receive credit for both sequences.
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MATH 101 - Fundamentals of Mathematics
3 Credit(s)
This is a developmental mathematics course designed to review elementary algebra, to prepare students for further mathematics courses, and to develop problem-solving skills and critical thinking in mathematics. Topics include the real number system, linear equations and inequalities, exponents and polynomials, factorization, rational expressions, roots and radicals, and graphing.
Because this course is developmental, it cannot count toward fulfilling the science distribution requirement. It may not be taken after completing any mathematics course with a higher number.
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MATH 111 - Mathematical Ideas I
3 Credit(s)
This course is designed for students pursuing early childhood or elementary school teacher certification. Emphasis is placed on learning concepts and developing an understanding of mathematics as a body of connected ideas. The NCTM (National Council of Teachers of Mathematics) Principles and Standards for School Mathematics provides a framework for the selection of topics for this course. Topics are presented in a historical context and include an introduction to problem solving; elementary set theory; patterns, relations, and functions; number concepts and relationships; and elementary number theory.
Prerequisite(s): Humanities or social science major, elementary/early childhood major, or permission of instructor; MATH 101 or at least Level 3 on the Mathematics Assessment.
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MATH 112 - Mathematical Ideas II
3 Credit(s)
This is a second course in mathematics designed for students pursuing early childhood or elementary school teacher certification. Emphasis is placed on learning concepts and developing an understanding of mathematics as a body of connected ideas. The NCTM (National Course of Teachers of Mathematics) Principles and Standards for School Mathematics provides a framework for the selection of topics for this course. Topics are presented in a historical context and include proportional reasoning, measurement, geometry, geometric transformations, and data analysis.
Prerequisite(s): Humanities or social science major, elementary/early childhood major, or permission of instructor; MATH 101 or at least Level 3 on the Mathematics Assessment.
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MATH 113 - Earth Algebra
3 Credit(s)
This course is designed as a science elective for students majoring in humanities or social science. Concepts of elementary algebra are introduced in the context of simple models for the “greenhouse” effect. Linear, quadratic, exponential, and logarithmic functions are studied and used to make long-term predictions. Credit will not be granted for both MATH 113 and 117.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 101 or at least Level 3 on the Mathematics Assessment.
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MATH 114 - Basic Concepts of Probability and Statistics
3 Credit(s)
This course is designed as a science elective for students pursuing early childhood and/or elementary school teacher certification. Topics may include empirical and theoretical probability, principles of counting, graphical representation of data, measures of central tendency and variability, and statistical inference. Students may only receive credit for one of the following courses: MATH 114, MATH 119 or QA 251 .
Prerequisite(s): Humanities or social science major, elementary/early childhood major, or permission of instructor; MATH 101 or at least Level 3 on the Mathematics Assessment.
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MATH 115 - Conceptual Mathematics
3 Credit(s)
This course is intended for students who have completed MATH 101 or demonstrated math proficiency on the math placement test. The course uses concepts of elementary algebra to solve consumer-related problems. This course satisfies a mathematics/science general education elective for noneducation and nonbusiness majors. Students should consult their academic advisors before enrolling in this course. This course is not open to those who have completed MATH 117 or higher.
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MATH 116 - The Nature of Mathematics
3 Credit(s)
This course is an introduction to the nature and utility of mathematics, designed for students majoring in humanities, social sciences, or education. Mathematical topics are chosen from the following: sets, logic, numeration systems, numbers, trigonometry, networks and graph theory, probability and statistics with applications to growth, financial management, combinatorics, and voting.
Prerequisite(s): Humanities, social sciences, or education major, or permission of instructor; MATH 101 or at least Level 3 on the Mathematics Assessment.
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MATH 117 - Elementary Functions
3 Credit(s)
The course starts with a review of elementary algebra and moves on to the study of functions and graphs (emphasizing polynomial, exponential, and logarithmic functions), systems of linear equations, and matrices and linear programming.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 101 or at least Level 3 on the Mathematics Assessment.
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MATH 118 - Elementary Calculus I
3 Credit(s)
Concepts of calculus are studied. The emphasis is on the differentiation and integration of polynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 117 or MATH 120 or at least Level 4 on the Mathematics Assessment.
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MATH 119 - Elementary Statistics for Business Majors
3 Credit(s)
This is an introductory level course in statistics for business majors. Topics include descriptive statistics, basic properties of probability and conditional probability, the study of discrete and continuous probability distributions such as the binomial, Poisson, normal, and uniform, sampling distributions, the Central Limit theorem, and confidence intervals. Credit will not be granted for both MATH 114 and MATH 119. Students will not be able to recieve credit for both QA 251 and MATH 119.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 117 or at least Level 4 on the Mathematics Assessment.
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MATH 120 - Precalculus
4 Credit(s)
This course is designed for students who need to take calculus but lack the prerequisite background. Topics include a review of real numbers; algebra (fractions, exponents, roots, equations of degree 1 and 2); elementary functions (polynomials, rational functions, trigonometric functions); and basic concepts from geometry. Solving of word problems is emphasized throughout. Credit will not be granted for both MATH 120 and MATH 117 .
Prerequisite(s): MATH 101 or at least Level 3 on the Mathematics Assessment.
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MATH 131 - Calculus With Review I
4 Credit(s)
This is the first semester of a three-semester sequence in differential and integral calculus of a single variable. The course introduces the concept of the derivative and some of its applications. After a review of coordinate systems and functions, including polynomials, rational and trigonometric functions, the course covers limits, continuity, differentiation, and applications of derivatives. Typical applications include related rates, curve sketching, linearization and differentials, Newton’s method, and optimization.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 120 or at least Level 4 on the Mathematics Assessment.
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MATH 132 - Calculus With Review II
4 Credit(s)
The course introduces the concept of the Riemann integral and some of its applications. Topics include the mean value theorem, antiderivatives, Riemann sums, the fundamental theorem of calculus, the logarithmic and exponential functions, hyperbolic and inverse trigonometric functions, indeterminate forms, and applications of definite integrals.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 131 or MATH 141 .
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MATH 133 - Calculus With Review III
4 Credit(s)
This is the final semester in the three-semester sequence in differential and integral calculus. It covers further techniques of integration, improper integrals, infinite sequences and series, power series, Taylor polynomials, and polar coordinates.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 132 .
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MATH 141 - Calculus I
4 Credit(s)
This is the first of a two-semester sequence in differential and integral calculus. It covers limits and continuity, differentiation of algebraic and trigonometric functions, applications of derivatives, the mean value theorem, antiderivatives, Riemann sums, the fundamental theorem of calculus, integration by substitution, and some applications of definite integrals.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 120 with a grade of at least a B or Level 5 on the Mathematics Assessment.
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MATH 142 - Calculus II
4 Credit(s)
This is the final semester in the two-semester sequence in differential and integral calculus. It covers logarithmic and exponential functions, indeterminate forms, inverse trigonometric and hyperbolic functions, techniques of integration, improper integrals, infinite sequences and series, power series, Taylor polynomials, and polar coordinates.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 141 or MATH 132 .
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MATH 151 - Elementary Discrete Mathematics I
3 Credit(s)
This is an introductory approach to discrete mathematics. Topics include propositional logic and an introduction to first order logic, set theory, number theory, and relations. Various proof techniques, including induction, are taught and used throughout the course. Applications are stressed.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 101 or at least Level 3 on the Mathematics Assessment.
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MATH 152 - Elementary Discrete Mathematics II
3 Credit(s)
A continuation of MATH 151 . Topics include functions, recursion, graph theory, algebraic structures, and combinatorics. Combinatorial problems are solved using various counting techniques including permutations, combinations, inclusion-exclusion, and the binomial theorem. Various graph algorithms are studied and their complexities evaluated. Proof techniques are stressed.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 151 .
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MATH 188 - Special Topics in Mathematics
3 Credit(s)
Topics offered in response to student and faculty interest.
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MATH 213 - Mathematical Ideas III
3 Credit(s)
This course is designed for students pursuing middle-level teaching certification. Emphasis is placed on learning concepts and developing an understanding of mathematics as a body of connected ideas. The NCTM Principles and Standards for School Mathematics provides a framework for the selection of topics for this course. Topics are presented in a historical context and include rational numbers, probability and counting, number theory, and algebra and functions.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 111 and MATH 112 or permission of the instructor.
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MATH 217 - Elementary Calculus II
6 Credit(s)
A continuation of MATH 118 which considers special methods of integration, differential and difference equations, applications of matrix algebra, and linear programming with particular emphasis on applications in economics and management.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 118 for MATH 217 and MATH 217 for MATH 218 , or permission of the instructor.
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MATH 218 - Elementary Calculus III
6 Credit(s)
A continuation of MATH 118 which considers special methods of integration, differential and difference equations, applications of matrix algebra, and linear programming with particular emphasis on applications in economics and management.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 118 for MATH 217 and MATH 217 for MATH 218, or permission of the instructor.
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MATH 241 - Multivariable Calculus
4 Credit(s)
The course covers parametric curves and vectors in the plane and three-space, differentiation of vector functions, motion in space, curvature, functions of several variables, partial derivatives, directional derivatives and gradient, double and triple integrals, area and volume, integration in cylindrical and spherical coordinates, vector fields, line integrals, Green’s theorem, surface integrals, and Stoke’s theorem.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 142 or MATH 133 .
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MATH 242 - Elementary Differential Equations
3 Credit(s)
Analytical, numerical, and graphical approaches to the solution of linear and nonlinear first order ordinary differential equations are discussed. Solution methods for second and higher order linear equations are treated together with selected applications.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 142 or MATH 133 .
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MATH 273 - Introduction to Probability
3 Credit(s)
This course introduces the basic concepts of probability, including elementary events, sample spaces, independence, conditional probability, Bayes’ formula, expectation, and random variables. Both discrete and continuous random variables are considered, with examples drawn from games, genetics, coding theory, elementary decision theory, and queuing theory.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 142 or MATH 133 .
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MATH 288 - Special Topics in Mathematics
3 Credit(s)
Topics offered in response to student and faculty interest.
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MATH 322 - Topics in Discrete Mathematics
4 Credit(s)
This course concentrates on algorithmic thinking and proofs. Topics include sets and functions, relations and orders, counting techniques, analysis of algorithms, induction, recurrence relations, elements of the theory of numbers, and graph theory.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 142 or MATH 133 . Credit will not be granted for both MATH 322 and MATH 151 –MATH 152 .
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MATH 325 - History and Philosophy of Mathematics
4 Credit(s)
This course traces the development of mathematical ideas. Historical details form the course’s foundation, but the emphasis is on the changing face of mathematics in relation to different opinions about the nature of mathematics. The role of logic, formalization, experimentation, applications, examples, analogy, and motivation in mathematics are probed. The contributions of different societies and groups are explored.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 241 or MATH 242 .
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MATH 331 - Linear Algebra
4 Credit(s)
An introductory treatment of linear algebra, including systems of linear equations, matrices, determinants, vector spaces, linear independence, bases, linear maps, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, together with selected applications.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 142 or MATH 133 .
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MATH 332 - Modern Algebra
4 Credit(s)
An introductory study of algebraic structures such as groups, rings, and fields is done in this course. Galois Theory is studied as time permits.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 142 or MATH 133 .
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MATH 341 - Advanced Calculus I
4 Credit(s)
This course covers the fundamentals of real analysis: the axioms of the real number system, convergence of sequences and series, the topology of Euclidean spaces, continuity, uniform continuity, and differentiability.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 241 .
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MATH 342 - Advanced Calculus II
4 Credit(s)
Continuation of MATH 341 . Topics include the Riemann integral, Riemann-Stieltjes integration, sequences and series of functions, normed linear spaces, linear transformations, and inverse and implicit function theorems.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 341 .
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MATH 351 - Topics in Geometry
4 Credit(s)
The content varies from year to year to accommodate special interests of instructors and students. Topics may include an axiomatic treatment of synthetic geometry, projective geometry, classical differential geometry, and convex sets.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 241 .
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MATH 352 - Point Set Topology
4 Credit(s)
A study of the topology of the real line and of higher dimensional Euclidean spaces serves as a model for the study of metric spaces; these in turn lead to general topological spaces. Particular attention is paid to the notions of compactness, connectedness, completeness, and continuity.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 241 .
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MATH 373 - Mathematical Statistics
4 Credit(s)
After a preliminary study of probability spaces, the notions of random sampling theory are introduced. The binomial and the normal distributions are examined in detail, leading to techniques for estimating parameters, determining confidence intervals, and testing hypotheses.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 241 .
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MATH 376 - Introduction to Complex Analysis
4 Credit(s)
The algebra of complex numbers is developed. The elementary functions are studied, including a description of the singularities of rational functions. The technique of contour integration is developed, including the residue method of evaluation. An application is made to the computation of definite integrals.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 241 .
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MATH 388 - Special Topics in Mathematics
3 Credit(s)
Topics offered in response to student and faculty interest.
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MATH 408 - Senior Project I
2 Credit(s)
Design and implementation of a project approved by the faculty.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing.
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MATH 409 - Senior Project II
2 Credit(s)
Design and implementation of a project approved by the faculty.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing.
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MATH 488 - Special Topics in Mathematics
3 Credit(s)
Topics offered in response to student and faculty interest.
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MATH 490 - Mathematics Internship
3-12 Credit(s)
This subject-related work experience or other activity is offered only upon special application from the student and a supervising faculty member. Approval must be obtained in advance from the mathematics faculty and requires a specific outline of work to be done; the nature and extent of its academic relevance; the academic and special preparation of the student for the proposed activity. Written approval must be obtained from the employer/ sponsor, and arrangements must be made for regular contact between the student and the supervising faculty member. The student is responsible for making all arrangements. A final report must be submitted upon completion of the activity, and a pass/fail grade will be assigned. The number of semester hours earned will depend on the extent of the approved activity (12 semester hours corresponds to full-time work for a semester).
Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior standing, a GPA of at least 2.5 both in the major and cumulative in all courses, and approval of both the academic advisor of the student and the head of the Science Division.
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MATH 499 - Independent Study
1-4 Credit(s)
Students may pursue the study of mathematical topics not included in the previously listed courses; or students may participate in problems seminars. May be repeated.
Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior status and subject to the selection of a faculty sponsor.
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ME 215 - Fundamentals of Engineering Materials and Design
3 Credit(s)
Atomic structure, arrangement, and movement. Microstructure and mechanical properties of materials. Properties of alloys, polymers, ceramics, and composite materials. Destructive and nondestructive testing. Deterioration and failure of materials. Materials selection and design considerations. This is a writing enriched course that has an integrated laboratory.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 145 .
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ME 217 - Fundamentals of Engineering Materials and Design (W)
4 Credit(s)
Atomic structure, arrangement, and movement. Microstructure and mechanical properties of materials. Properties of alloys, polymers, ceramics, and composite materials. Destructive and nondestructive testing. Deterioration and failure of materials. Materials selection and design considerations. This is a writing enriched course that has an integrated laboratory.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 145
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ME 303 - Mechanical Measurements I (W)
2 Credit(s)
Basic principles underlying the construction and use of sensing and recording instrumentation for mechanical measurements. Data reduction and error analysis. Discussion and lab experience in the use of transducers for the measurement of displacement; strain and stress; force and torque. This is a writing-enriched course.
One lecture and one 3-hour lab per week.
Corequisite(s): ENGR 323 .
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ME 304 - Mechanical Measurements II (W)
2 Credit(s)
A continuation of ME 303 . Emphasis is on measurement of mechanical and thermodynamic properties of liquids and gases: pressure, temperature, viscosity, conductivity, etc. A variety of basic experiments illustrating the principles of fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and heat transfer are conducted. This is a writing-enriched course.
One lecture and one three-hour lab per week.
Corequisite(s): ENGR 320 , ENGR 325 .
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ME 346 - Thermodynamics II
3 Credit(s)
Energy analysis; vapor and gas power cycles; vapor and gas refrigeration cycles; thermodynamic properties of mixtures and solutions; psychrometry and air conditioning; reacting mixtures and combustion.
Prerequisite(s): ENGR 325 .
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ME 351 - Kinematics
3 Credit(s)
Geometry of motion—position, velocity, and acceleration. Motion analysis of linkages—quadric chains, slider-crank mechanisms, quick-return mechanisms, and intermittent motion mechanisms. Mechanism trains. Static and dynamic force analysis in mechanisms. Graphical, analytical, and numerical methods of solution.
Prerequisite(s): ENGR 214 .
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ME 352 - Mechanics of Engineering Materials
3 Credit(s)
Topics include deflection of beams; energy methods and structural analysis; analysis of stress and strain, stress and strain transformations, stress-strain relations, stresses in thin-walled pressure vessels, and failure criteria; buckling instability; and elementary plasticity.
Prerequisite(s): ENGR 323 .
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ME 353 - Engineering Vibrations
3 Credit(s)
The response of single degree of freedom systems, damped and undamped, is found for harmonic and impulsive excitations. Application is made for the control of undesirable vibrations in structures, machines, and vehicles. Theory of measurement instruments, seismic, velocity, and acceleration. Two or more degrees of freedom systems are considered and analyzed using matrix formulation and computer solutions.
Prerequisite(s): ENGR 214 , MATH 242 .Corequisite(s): ENGR 328 .
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ME 407 - Mechanical Engineering Seminar I
1 Credit(s)
Presentation and discussion of current engineering problems and solutions. Each student makes a presentation with faculty and visiting engineers participating as available.
Prerequisite(s): Senior status.
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ME 408 - Mechanical Engineering Seminar II
1 Credit(s)
Professionalism in engineering, including ethics, safety, management, and society. Presentations and discussions.
Prerequisite(s): Senior status.
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ME 455 - Heat Transfer
3 Credit(s)
An introduction to heat transfer, including steady and transient conduction, foundations of free and forced convection in internal and external flows, principles of thermal radiation including the concepts of black and gray surfaces, and gas radiation.
Prerequisite(s): ENGR 320 , ENGR 325 , and MATH 242 .
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ME 461 - Design
4 Credit(s)
Introduction to the design of mechanical elements and assemblages. Design of components to static and dynamic failure criteria. Consideration of material use; economics; weight; ease of manufacture; etc. The integration of components into an assemblage with necessary compromises. Short projects to design components and assemblages to given criteria by synthesis and analysis.
Prerequisite(s): ME 352 .Corequisite(s): ME 351 .
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ME 462 - Design of Mechanical Systems
3 Credit(s)
This course involves individual and team design of mechanical systems. Theories and applications of optimization, engineering statistics, and risk and reliability analysis are covered.
Prerequisite(s): ME 461 .
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ME 464 - Design of Fluid-Thermal Systems
3 Credit(s)
Review of basic fluid mechanics and heat transfer principles. Design methodology of fluid-thermal systems and piping systems, including the economics of pipe size selection, pump, and piping systems. Design aspects include entire system for moving fluids that is efficient and cost effective, various heat exchangers, and optimization of the fluid-thermal system.
Prerequisite(s): ME 346 and ME 455 .
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ME 470 - Future Energy Systems
3 Credit(s)
The course provides an overview of current energy systems and the related global challenges such as climate change, environmental pollution, declining supplies of oil and global energy shortage. Possible short- and long-term solutions are examined, including renewable energy sources (wind, solar, biomass, geothermal) but also conventional sources (combined gas/steam, combined heat/power). Strategies for reducing the overall energy consumption and the consumption of oil in transportation will also be discussed.
Corequisite(s): ME 346 or permission of the instructor.
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ME 474 - Introduction to Finite Element Analysis
3 Credit(s)
This course provides an introduction to the theory and application of finite elements with an emphasis on structural mechanics. The course includes the development of the underlying matrix equations, the treatment of element properties, implementation of boundary conditions, and solution of the system of equations. Emphasis is placed on problems of engineering interest. Students are also introduced to the use of commercial finite element packages.
Prerequisite(s): Senior status.
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ME 477 - Introduction to Composite Materials
3 Credit(s)
Students study the use of composite materials (fiber reinforced plastics) for advanced components. Students are introduced to the structural advantages of various composites, including laminate theory and the use of sandwich construction. This is followed by a discussion of manufacturing approaches to fabricate composite parts. Throughout the course, contemporary issues in composite materials are studied using a project-based approach. By the end of the course, students should be able to identify applicable areas for the use of composite materials, as well as the most appropriate manufacturing approach.
Prerequisite(s): Senior status.
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ME 488 - Special Topics in Mechanical Engineering
3 Credit(s)
Senior elective offering special topics according to student and faculty interest.
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MS 100 - Leadership Lab
0 Credit(s)
The Leadership Lab presents hands-on training in basic soldier skills such as customs and courtesies, drill and ceremony, first aid, weapons employment, and troop movement techniques, as well as leadership training for U.S. Army Officership. Offered fall and spring semesters. Required for and restricted to contracted/enrolled ROTC cadets. This lab is conducted on an offsite location.
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MS 101 - Introduction to the Army and Critical Thinking
1 Credit(s)
MS 101 introduces students to the personal challenges and competencies that are critical for effective leadership and communication. Students learn how the personal development of life skills, such as cultural understanding, goal setting, time management, stress management, and comprehensive fitness, relate to leadership, officership, and the Army profession. As students become further acquainted with MS 101, they learn the structure of the ROTC Basic Course program, consisting of MS 101, MS 102 , MS 201 , and MS 202 ; fall and spring Leadership Labs; and offsite field training exercises. The focus is on developing basic knowledge and comprehension of Army leadership dimensions, attributes, and core leader competencies while gaining an understanding of the ROTC program, its purpose in the Army, and its advantages for the student.
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