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Oregon Institute of Technology Curricular Changes - Effective for Academic Year 2008-2009 | Unnamed: 1 | Unnamed: 2 | Unnamed: 3 | Unnamed: 4 | Unnamed: 5 | Unnamed: 6 | Unnamed: 7 | Unnamed: 8
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Effective Term | New (N) Modified (M) Deleted (D) | Prefix | Course# | Course Title | Credits | Course Description | Type of Change (for modified classes only) | Comments
Fall 2008 | M | MATH | 97 | Algebra Review | 1 | A structured review for students whose Math Placement score may not reflect an accurate evaulation of their algebra background. This is strictly a Distance Education course with individualized directed study using a comprehensive programmed instructional technology. Course is only offered in Summer term following each ROAD registration. Students receive a conditional waiver of Math Placement score and are allowed to register in a higher level Math course for Fall term. Course is also appropriate for those students who merely want a refresher but do not require a placement waiver. Course will not serve as a replacement for any existing OIT math course, nor will it substitute as a prerequistie for a math course. Course is graded P/W. | Credits, [NAME].
Fall 2008 | N | BIO | 317 | Invertebrate Biology | 4 | Survey of invertebrate animals, including morphology, physiology, ecology, and phylogeny; comparative anatomy of typical metazoan forms. Laboratory exercises focus on parasites and other economically important species. Intended for biology and pre-professional health majors. Prerequiste: BIO 213 or equivalent.
Fall 2008 | N | BIO | 209 | Current Research Topics in Medical Sciences I | 1 | Introduces students to topics in medicine focusing on global health issues, infectious and chronic diseases. Projects in medical literature research, understanding scientific paper format, preparing technical presentations, and public speaking.
Fall 2008 | M | BIO | 212 | Principles of Biology | 4 | Principles of modern biology emphasizing evolution, ecology, population genetics, and behavior of organisms. Prerequiste: BIO 211 with grade "C" or better, or with instructor consent. | Prerequiste
Fall 2008 | M | BIO | 213 | Principles of Biology | 4 | Principles of modern biology emphasizing thebiochemical basis for life processes, cell structure, and function. Molecular genetics, cell reproduction, metabolism, and form and function of microorganisms. Prerequisite: BIO 212 with grade "C" or better, or with instructor consent. | Prerequiste
Fall 2008 | M | BIO | 332 | Human Anatomy and Physiology II | 5 | Cardiovascular, pulmonary, renal, and gastrointestinal function, including cellular, organ, and system physiology. Laboratories include cadaver dissection and computer simulations. Prerequsite: BIO 331 with grade "C" or better, or instructor consent. | Prerequiste
Fall 2008 | M | BIO | 333 | Human Anatomy and Physiology III | 5 | The conclusion in the sequence in human anatomy and physiology. The discussion and examination of the endocrine and reproductive systems. Laboratories include cadaver dissection and computer simulations. Prerequisite: BIO 332 with grade "C" or better, or instructor consent. | Prerequiste
Fall 2008 | N | BIO | 409 | Current Research Topics in Medical Sciences II | 1 | A continuation of BIO 209 covering topics in medicine focusing on global health issues, infectious and chronic diseases. Projects in medical literature research, understanding scientific paper format, preparing technical presentations, and public speaking. Prerequiste: BIO 209 or instructor consent.
Fall 2008 | D | HSC | 465 | Advances in Medical Science | 3 | Major topics related to the health sciences, including biomedical engineering, genetic therapy, immunobiology, diagnostic testing, nutrition, pharmacotherapy, global epidemiology, computer applications, and other advances in nursing, allied health, dentistry and medicine. Prerequiste: Health Sciences major or instructor consent.
Fall 2008 | D | HSC | 415 | Computer Applications in Medicine | 3 | Applications of computers in modern medicine, including access to and utilization of various data bases, anatomical and imaging tools, dynamic function monitoring, telecommunications, and virtual reality. Prerequisite: CST 101 or demonstration of basic computer skills.
Fall 2008 | M | CIV | 101 | Orientation to Engineering | 1 | Introduces students to the field of engineering with emphasis on civil engineering. Includes careers in engineering, engineering curriculum, the professional engineer and the successful engineering student. Incorporates team design project and requires use of word processing, Internet and e-mail protocols. | Description
Fall 2008 | M | CIV | 102 | Basic Techniques in Engineering | 1 | Project-based study of various civil engineering graphical communication fundamentals, including basic sketching, lettering and drafting techniques, topographical map reading and analysis, plan & profile construction, use of scales.Continuation of the successful enginering student with introduction of time management practices and use of speadsheets. | Description
Fall 2008 | M | CIV | 103 | Freshman Design Experience for Civil and Geomatics | 1 | Fundamentals of engineering problem solving, with individual and team design problems of increasing complexity, culminating in a team design experience. Introduces study of engineering ethics and professional communication techniques, written and verbal. | Description
Fall 2008 | M | CIV | 112 | Graphical Communication Techniques in Civil Engineering | 3 | Graphical communication in civil engineering using computer aided drafting software. Emphasis on 2D with introduction to 3D methodologies, using industry standard software. Includes development of drawings related to civil engineering projects such as roads, subdivisions and buildings, development of scaled plots and reading of engineering drawings. | Title, Description
Fall 2008 | M | CIV | 221 | Engineering Geology | 3 | Study of physical geology fundamentals with emphasis on near surface processes and their impact on engineering practice and design. Focus is the solid earth, the hydrosphere and near-surfaces processes including geological hazards. Prerequisite: MATH 251 with grade "C" or better, or instructor consent. | Description
Fall 2008 | N | CIV | 317 | Economics for Civil Engineers | 3 | Economic analysis and evaluation of civil engineering projects. Economic evaluation from the perspective of the consulting engineer and contractor will be explored. Basic economic concepts such as equivalent worth, depreciation, taxes and statistical risk will be covered. Prerequisite: Math 361 with grade "C" or better.
Fall 2008 | M | CIV | 358 | Project Management | 4 | Basic project management principles and practices for engineering projects. Topics include basic management principles, delivery methods, bidding, procurement, costs, planning, scheduling, controlling, and allocation of resources. Gantt charts, CPM, and PERT discussed. Prerequisite: CIV 317 with grade "C" or better. | Prerequiste
Fall 2008 | M | CIV | 331 | Reinforced Concrete Design | 4 | Design and behavior of reinforced concrete members include beams, slabs, footings, retaining walls and shear walls with applications to simple structures. Lab includes construction and destructive testing of reinforced concrete beams. Prerequisite: CIV 328 with grade "C" or better. | Description
Fall 2008 | M | CIV | 371 | Introduction to Transportation Engineering | 3 | Introduction to the design, planning, operation, management, and maintenance of transportation systems. Principles for planning multi-modal transportation systems, layout of highways, railroads, and airports, traffic flow modeling, and capacity analysis. Prerequisites: GME 161, ENGR 211 both with grade "C" or better. | Prerequiste
Fall 2008 | D | CIV | 411 | Civil Engineering Project I | 2 | First term of three-term sequence integrating civil engineering design, group dynamics and technical communications. Students receive three credit hours in civil engineering design (CIV 411) and two credit hours in communication for general education (COM 411). Students will be introduced to a major civil engineering project, prepare a professional engineering proposal, and function effectively in engineering design teams in preparing discipline specific project goals. Term culminates with a formal written proposal and oral presentation of the proposal. |  | Replaced with CIV/COM 401.
Fall 2008 | D | COM | 411 | Civil Engineering Project I | 3 | First term of three-term sequence integrating civil engineering design, group dynamics and technical communications. Students receive three credit hours in civil engineering design (CIV 411) and two credit hours in communication for general education (COM 411). Students will be introduced to a major civil engineering project, prepare a professional engineering proposal, and function effectively in engineering design teams in preparing discipline specific project goals. Term culminates with a formal written proposal and oral presentation of the proposal. |  | Replaced with CIV/COM 401.
Fall 2008 | D | CIV | 412 | Civil Engineering Project II | 2 | Second term of three-term sequence. Students receive three credit hours in civil engineering design (CIV 412) and two credit hours in communication for general edu-cation (COM 412). Student teams will perform engineering design work as defined in proposal completed the previous term. Consultations with faculty, students, and clients ensure work progresses toward stated goals. Interim written and oral progress reports will be required. Group communication exercises will also be incorporated to assist in individual and group performance. |  | Replaced with CIV/COM 402.
Fall 2008 | D | COM | 412 | Civil Engineering Project II | 3 | Second term of three-term sequence. Students receive three credit hours in civil engineering design (CIV 412) and two credit hours in communication for general edu-cation (COM 412). Student teams will perform engineering design work as defined in proposal completed the previous term. Consultations with faculty, students, and clients ensure work progresses toward stated goals. Interim written and oral progress reports will be required. Group communication exercises will also be incorporated to assist in individual and group performance. |  | Replaced with CIV/COM 402.
Fall 2008 | D | CIV | 413 | Civil Engineering Project III | 5 | Last term of a three-term sequence. Students receive three credit hours in civil design (CIV 413) and two credit hours in communication for general education (COM 413). Students continue work in design teams to complete design proects. Final design and recommendations will be presented orally and in a comprehensive written report. Plans and specifications and a construction cost estimate will also be completed. Prerequisite: CIV 412/COM 412 with grade "C" or better.
Fall 2008 | D | COM | 413 | Civil Engineering Project III |  | Last term of a three-term sequence. Students receive three credit hours in civil design (CIV 413) and two credit hours in communication for general education (COM 413). Students continue work in design teams to complete design proects. Final design and recommendations will be presented orally and in a comprehensive written report. Plans and specifications and a construction cost estimate will also be completed. Prerequisite: CIV 412/COM 412 with grade "C" or better.
Fall 2008 | N | CIV | 401 | Civil Engineering Project I | 3 | First term of a two-term sequence integrating civil engineering design, group dynamics and technical communications. Students receive three credit hours in civil engineering design (CIV 401) and three credit in communication for general education (COM 401). Students will be introduced to a major civil engineering project, prepare a professional engineering proposal, and function effectively in engineering design teams. Formal written proposal and oral presentation of the proposal are required. Prerequisite: Civil Engineering advisor consent. |  | CIV/COM 401 taken simultaneously.
Fall 2008 | N | COM | 401 | Civil Engineering Project I | 3 | First term of a two-term sequence integrating civil engineering design, group dynamics and technical communications. Students receive three credit hours in civil engineering design (CIV 401) and three credit in communication for general education (COM 401). Students will be introduced to a major civil engineering project, prepare a professional engineering proposal, and function effectively in engineering design teams. Formal written proposal and oral presentation of the proposal are required. Prerequisite: Civil Engineering advisor consent. |  | CIV/COM 401 taken simultaneously.
Fall 2008 | N | CIV | 402 | Civil Engineering Project II | 3 | Second term of a two-term sequence. Students receive three credit hours in civil engineering design (CIV 402) and three credit hours in communication for general education (COM 402). Student teams will perform work as defined in the fall term proposal. Consultations with faculty, students, and clients ensure work processes toward stated goals. Term culminates with final design recommendations presented in a written report and oral presentation. Plans and specifications and a construction cost estimate will also be completed. Prerequisite: CIV 402/COM 401 both with grade "C" or better. |  | CIV/COM 402 taken simultaneously.
Fall 2008 | N | COM | 402 | Civil Engineering Project II | 3 | Second term of a two-term sequence. Students receive three credit hours in civil engineering design (CIV 402) and three credit hours in communication for general education (COM 402). Student teams will perform work as defined in the fall term proposal. Consultations with faculty, students, and clients ensure work processes toward stated goals. Term culminates with final design recommendations presented in a written report and oral presentation. Plans and specifications and a construction cost estimate will also be completed. Prerequisite: CIV 402/COM 401 both with grade "C" or better. |  | CIV/COM 402 taken simultaneously.
Fall 2008 | D | CIV | 245 | Surveying Applications | 3 | Study and application of surveying principles relative to route design including boundary surveys, map projections, remote sensing, coordinate geometry, horizontal and vertical alignment, and earthwork calculations. Hand computations to develop theoretical understanding with emphasis on Land Development Desktop for design purposes. Prerequisites: CIV 112, GME 161 with grade "C" or better.
Fall 2008 | N | CIV | 415 | Civil Design Software Applications | 2 | Advanced applications of civil engineering design software will be presented and applied to current year senior design project. Design components will include, at a minimum, site topography, layout of project roadways and parking lots, and layout of water, waste water, and storm water lines. Corequisite: CIV 411/COM 411.
Fall 2008 | M | COM | 102 | Introduction to Communication Theory | 3 | An exploration of the basic theories and concepts of the communication discipline. Introduces students to the communication areas and theories they will encounter in further communication study. Prerequistes: COM 101. Pre or Corequisite: WRI 122. | Prerequisite, Corequisite
Fall 2008 | M | COM | 205 | Intercultural Communication | 3 | Introduces basic theories and concepts of intercultural communication. Builds understanding and skills enabling students to analyze intercultural interactions and develop and practice effective communications strategies. (Satisfies general education requirements in Communication or Humanities). | Description | Satisfies general education requirements in Communications or Humanities.
Fall 2008 | M | COM | 225 | Interpersonal Communication | 3 | Introduction to interpersonal communication theory and practice. Students apply course concepts to analyze and practice dyadic communication to develop more effective work and personal relationships. | Description
Fall 2008 | N | COM | 248 | Digital Media Production | 3 | Study of the technical aspects of digital media design and production. Hands-on experience in creating and editing video and audio. Production of video and audio for specific contexts.
Fall 2008 | M | COM | 320 | Advanced Intercultural Communication | 3 | Builds on theores from COM 205. Focuses on analyzing intercultural interactions in specifc work contexts, for example health care, education, social services, business and technology. (Satisfies general education requirements in Communication or Humanities). | Description | Satisfies general education requirements in Communication or Humanities.
Fall 2008 | M | COM | 326 | Communication Research | 3 | Introduction to research methods and design. Design of both quantitative and qualitative research. Emphasis on communication based methodologies: focus groups, directed interviews, and ethnomethodologies. Includes a research project and written and oral research reports. Prerequisite/Corequisite. WRI 227. | Corequisite, Prerequisite
Fall 2008 | N | COM | 346 | Health Communication | 3 | Overview of interpersonal, social and cultural issues in health communications, including family interaction, roles of patients and caregivers, communication in health organizations and the role of media. Prerequisite(s): WRI 122 with "C" or better; COM 205 or equivalent.
Fall 2008 | M | COM | 348 | Facilitation | 3 | Students lead small groups through deliberative processes including participatory decision making and conflict resolution. Provides theoretical and practical understanding of facilitation focusing on building skills in group leadership. Prerequisite: SPE 321. | Description
Fall 2008 | N | CST | 103 | Introduction to Computer Systems I | 2 | Concepts, terms, and trends related to Computer Engineering Technology (hardware)  and Software Engineering Technology (software) curriculum. Includes discussions on fundamental aspects of the computer field. Laboratory components will introduce students to microcomputers, programming concepts and various computer engineering related software.
Fall 2008 | N | CST | 104 | Introduction to Computer Systems II | 1 | Concepts, terms, and trends related to Computer Engineering Technology (hardware)  and Software Engineering Technology (software) curriculum. Includes discussions on fundamental aspects of the computer field. Laboratory components will introduce students to microcomputers, programming concepts and various computer engineering related software.
Fall 2008 | N | CST | 105 | Introduction to Computer Systems III | 1 | Concepts, terms, and trends related to Computer Engineering Technology (hardware)  and Software Engineering Technology (software) curriculum. Includes discussions on fundamental aspects of the computer field. Laboratory components will introduce students to microcomputers, programming concepts and various computer engineering related software.
Fall 2008 | M | CST | 130 | Computer Organization | 4 | Introduces computer elements, organization, and instruction sets. Computer arithmetic, ALU, Registers, [NAME], memory and Control unit functions. Course includes laboratory. Prerequisite: CST 162 with grade "C" or better. | Credits
Fall 2008 | D | CST | 213 | Programming Languages I | 3 | Sequential courses studying several languages and language design theory. Topics include syntax and semantic rules, data types, control flow and data abstraction. Students will write substantial programs exploring aspects of each language. Prerequisite: CST 126 with grade "C" or better.
Fall 2008 | M | CST | 223 | Concepts of Programming Languages | 3 | Study of principles and fundamental concepts characterizing high-level programming languages, including history and survey of programming paradigms, syntax and semantic rules, data types, control flow, and data abstraction. Prerequisite: CST 126 with grade "C" or better. | Title, Description
Fall 2008 | M | CST | 229 | Introduction to Grammars | 3 | The concepts involving alphabet words and languages will be discussed. Related topics in automata and regular expression will be explored. Emphasis is on context free grammars, parse tree and parsing techniques. Prerequisite: CST 211 and CST 223. | Prerequiste
Fall 2008 | N | CST | 236 | Software Systems Testing | 4 | Focusing on software testing and reliably monitoring the health of software development. Topics include Test Driven Development, Story Driven Tests, Unit Tests, Web Tests, [NAME], Static Code Analysis, and Dynamic Code Analysis. Prerequisite: CST 136 with grade "C" or better.
Fall 2008 | N | CST | 276 | Software Design Patterns | 4 | Design patterns establish a common terminology allowing developers to use a common vocabulary and share a common viewpoint of the problem. Design patterns provide a common point of reference during the analysis and design phase of a project. Prerequisite: CST 211 with grade "C" or better.
Fall 2008 | M | DH | 455 | Dental Hygiene Research | 3 | Students choose a topic, conduct library and clinical research, and document results. Prerequisites: Math 243, DH 453 | Prerequiste
Fall 2008 | N | DH | 460 | Fundamentals of Distance Education | 3 | Students learn the fundamentals of online teaching and learning. [NAME] plan developed in DH 450 will be finalized as an online module. Synchronous vs. asynchronous learning, instructional design and course management as it relates to online instruction will be discussed. Prerequisite: DH 450
Fall 2008 | N | DH | 470 | Community Program Planning | 3 | Dental Hygienists plan and implement a community health program. Hygienists work with contacts and resources in their community to assess, analyze, budget, plan, implement and evaluate all phases of a community health project. Requires communication skills, networking, critical thinking and research. Prerequisite: DH 450.
Fall 2008 | M | DH | 480 | Community Health Practicum | 3 | Students design a community health project and gain practical experience providing dental hygiene care and education in a community group setting. Prerequisites: DH 450, DH 470. | Prerequiste
Fall 2008 | M | CHE | 260 | Electrochemistry for Renewable Energy Applications | 4 | Development of electrochemistry concepts, including thermodynamics, reaction kinetics, charge transport and mass transport. Topics are presented in the context of fuel cells, electrolysis, electroplating and batteries. Also discussed, the chemistry of hydrogen; its properties, production, storage, and transportation. Prerequisite: CHE 202 or CHE 222. | Prerequiste
Fall 2008 | N | REE | 201 | Introduction to Renewable Energy | 3 | An introduction to renewable energy. Topic include photovoltaics, solar thermal systems, green building, fuel-cells, hydrogen, wind power, waste heat, biofuels, wave power, tidal power and hydroelectric. Discussion of economic, environment, politics and social policy are integral components of the course. Prerequisite: Math 111. | Prefix change from RES
Fall 2008 | D | RES | 201 | Introduction to Renewable Energy | 3 | An introduction to renewable energy. Topic include photovoltaics, solar thermal systems, green building, fuel-cells, hydrogen, wind power, waste heat, biofuels, wave power, tidal power and hydroelectric. Discussion of economic, environment, politics and s
Fall 2008 | D | REE | 241 | Electric Power | 4 | Fundamentals of electrical power; maximum power transfer, single-phase circuits, three-phase circuits, wye-delta transformations, power factor, harmonics. Electrical power systems studied include: transmission lines, power transformers, autotransformers, three-phase transformers, resonance and power factor correction, building electrical systems, the national power grids. Prerequisites: EE 223; MATH 252 with grade "C" or better. Corequisite: REE 242.
Fall 2008 | D | REE | 242 | Electric Power Laboratory | 1
Fall 2008 | N | REE | 243 | Electric Power | 4 | Fundamentals of electical power; maximum power transfer, single-phase circuits, three-phase circuits, wye-delta transformations, power factor, harmonics. Electical power systems studied include: transmission lines, power transformers, autotransformers, three-phase transformers, resonance and power factor correction, building electrical systems, the national power grids. Prerequisites: EET 223; Math 252 with grade "C" or better.
Fall 2008 | D | REE | 251 | Electromechanical Energy Conversion | 3 | AC machines, including single phase, split-phase and three-phase (induction and synchronous machines) motors and generators; introduction to power switching devices, speed control and brushless DC motors. DC machines including shunt, series and compound. Control devices and circuits, including ladder diagrams. Prerequisite: EET 223: Math 252 with grade "C" or better. Corequisite: REE 252.
Fall 2008 | D | REE | 252 | Electromechanical Energy Conversion Laboratory | 1
Fall 2008 | N | REE | 253 | Electromechanical Energy Conversion | 3 | AC machines, including single phase, split-phase and three-phase (induction and synchronous machines) motors and generators; introduction to power switching devices, speed control and brushless DC motors. DC machines including shunt, series and compound. Control devices and circuits including ladder diagrams. Prerequisite: EET 223: Math 252 with grade "C" or better.
Fall 2008 | N | EE | 456 | Control System Design | 3 | Continuous-domain systems and Laplace transform review. System modeling, identification, and linearization. System response and stability analysis. Classical tracking and regulating controller design using computers. PID tuning. Lab exercises in modeling, design, and implementation. Student must register for laborator section. Prerequisites: EE 225, EE 321.
Fall 2008 | M | EE | 419 | Power Electronics | 4 | Power transistor characteristics. Power devices; SCRs, Power MOS, IGBTs, DIACs, TRIACs. Large signal amplifiers. Voltage regulators, switching regulators. Drive and snubber circuits. Photodiodes, optocouplers. Thermal de-rating, thermal modeling. Student must register for a laboratory section. Prerequisites: EE 321 with grade "C" or better. | Description and Prerequisite
Fall 2008 | M | REE | 413 | Electric Power Conversion Systems | 3 | Review of power switching devices. Single- and three-phase rectifiers, particularly controlled rectifiers. DC-DC converters; buck, boost, buck-boost, [NAME]. AC-AC converters. Inverters. Inverter control; square-wave, pulse-width modulation. Harmonic distortion. Resonant converters. Charge Controllers. Maximum power point trackers. Prerequisites: EE 419, REE 412. | Title, Description
Fall 2008 | M | REE | 463 | Energy Systems Instrumentation and Control | 3 | Application of electrical and mechanical sensors, data acqusition and logic controllers as applied to energy systems. Determination of physical parameters necessary for control and data-logging. Methods of calibration and correction. Lab projects employ programmable logic controllers. Prerequisite: EE 321. | Prerequisite
Fall 2008 | M | REE | 346 | Biofuels and Biomass | 3 | Introduction to power production from biomass resources. Historical uses of biomass resources. Biomass as a solar energy store; forestry and agricultural sources, crop wastes. Recycled sources; municipal solid wastes, landfill gas. Gaseous fuels; anaerobic digestion, gasification, Liquid fuels; fermentation, hydrolysis, transesterfication. Prerequisites: CHE 202 or CHE 222, PHY 222. | Prerequisite
Fall 2008 | M | REE | 449 | Senior Project II | 2 | A continuation of REE 439. Prototype construction of project solution beings. Written documentation is produced including design calculations and functional analysis of hardware and/or software needed for project solution. The documentation becomes chaper two of the final senior project report. Prerequisites: WRI 327, REE 339. | Credits
Fall 2008 | M | REE | 451 | Geothermal and Ground-Source Heat Pumps | 3 | An introduction to geothermal energy resources. Discussion of heat flow mechanisms. Investigations into heat exchange systems including: binary, flash, double flash, total flow. Application of thermal dynamics in analysis, design and control of heating/cooling systems. | Title, Description
Fall 2008 | M | REE | 455 | Energy-Efficient Building Design | 3 | Principles of integrated, energy-efficient building design. Application of codes, standards. Energy modeling, simulation. Daylighting, natural ventilation, architectural features of passive solar buildings. Application of renewable resources, net-zero designs. Life-cycle economic analysis. Use of software tools for analyzing building energy systems. Prerequisite: REE 421. | Title, Description, Prerequisite
Fall 2008 | M | REE | 459 | Senior Project III | 2 | Completion of the project proposed in REE 439 and designed in REE 449. Documentation with specifications, functional description, calculations, test results, schematics, graphs, flowcharts, parts list, diagrams and photographs become part of the project final report. The student will defend their project before a review pane. Prerequisite: REE 449. | Credits
Fall 2008 | D | RES | 111 | Electrical Fundamentals I | 4 | DC circuit analysis. Definitions of work, force, power, energy, charge, current, voltage, resistance; [NAME], Kirchoff’s Laws; series, parallel and series-parallel networks; Thevenin’s, Norton’s, Nodal, Loop and Superposition network theorems; voltage and current sources and source conversion.
Fall 2008 | D | RES | 112 | Electrical Fundamentals I Laboratory | 2 | Application of instruments in measuring resistance, voltage and current. DC Circuits are bread boarded; circuit parameters measured and compared against calculations. Written laboratory reports containing circuit schematics, calculations, measured data and analysis of calculations and measurements are required.
Fall 2008 | D | RES | 125 | Electrical Fundamentals II | 4 | Introduction to magnetics and magnetic circuits. Capacitance and inductance; transient analysis of RC and [NAME] circuits. AC waveforms, average, effective and RMS. Capacitive and inductive reactance; phasors; impedance. Series and parallel AC circuits. Introduction to transformers.
Fall 2008 | D | RES | 126 | Electrical Fundamentals II Laboratory | 2 | Application of instruments in measuring AC circuit parameters. AC Circuits are bread boarded; circuit parameters measured and compared against calculations. Written laboratory reports containing circuit schematics, calculations, measured data and analysis of calculations and measurements are required.
Fall 2008 | D | RES | 207 | Seminar |  | (hours to be arranged each term)
Fall 2008 | D | RES | 307 | Seminar |  | (hours to be arranged each term)
Fall 2008 | D | RES | 311 | Semiconductor Devices | 4 | Introduction to semiconductor physics; covalent bonding, energy levels, intrinsic and extrinsic materials, and doping. PN junction, diode I-V characteristics, and switching. NPN and PNP transistors; JFET and MOSFET transistors; biasing; single-stage amplifiers; modeling; input and output resistance for common-emitter/source, common-base/gate and common-collector/drain circuits. Prerequisite: Math 252, REE 241/RES 212 with grade "C" or better. Corequisite: RES 312.
Fall 2008 | D | RES | 312 | Semiconductors Laboratory | 2 | Application of instruments and computer simulation tools are used to measure circuit behavior. Selected circuits will be built using breadboards. Written laboratory reports containing circuit schematics, calculations, measured data and analysis of calculations and measurements are required.
Fall 2008 | D | RES | 315 | Digital Logic | 3 | Number systems; combinational logic including Boolean algebra, [NAME]’s Theorems and [NAME]; digital TTL and CMOS IC characteristics; conventional IC functions; an introduction to sequential logic including flipflops, counters, registers and state diagrams.
Fall 2008 | D | RES | 316 | Digital Logic Laboratory | 1 | Selected combinational and sequential logic circuits will be simulated using computers and bread boarded. IC characteristics and function investigated in working digital circuits. Measurement of propagation delays, race conditions and power consumption; use of logic analyzers. Written laboratory reports required.
Fall 2008 | D | RES | 321 | Fluid Mechanics and Fluid Thermal Systems | 4 | Introduction to fluid mechanics and thermal systems. Topics include: properties of fluids, static and fluid flow dynamics in closed conduit. Introduction to turbulent flow characteristics and fluid flow measurement is included. Computer simulation and laboratory assignments are included.
Fall 2008 | D | RES | 323 | Thermal Dynamics and Heat Power | 3 | Introduction to thermal dynamics and heat power including: heat energy; heat energy conversion; first and second laws of thermal dynamics; definitions and application of energy, power, work, and efficiency in heat engines. Computer simulation assignments are included.
Fall 2008 | D | RES | 325 | [NAME] and Heat Exchangers | 3 | Heat power including: heat energy; heat energy conversion; first and second laws of thermal dynamics; definitions and application of energy, power, work, and efficiency in heat engines.
Fall 2008 | D | RES | 335 | Wind and Biomass Systems | 3 | The course covers the fundamental aspects of power and energy production from the wind and biomass including: wind energy; wind turbines; extraction of power from wind turbines; bio energy contributions; biomass sources; combustion of bio mass; production of fuels from biomass and the environmental and economic impacts of wind energy and biomass production.
Fall 2008 | D | RES | 341 | Power Devices | 3 | Bi-polar and FET power transistor characteristics including thermal modeling; class A, B and C amplifiers, push-pull and complementary symmetry power amplifiers; DC power supplies, zener and IC voltage regulators; power switching devices SCRs, DIACs and TRIACs.
Fall 2008 | D | RES | 342 | Power Devices Laboratory | 1 | Application of instruments and computer simulation tools are used to measure circuit behavior. Selected circuits will be built using breadboards. Written laboratory reports containing circuit schematics, calculations, measured data and analysis of calculations and measurements are required.
Fall 2008 | D | RES | 351 | Operational Amplifiers | 3 | Ideal and non-ideal operational amplifier characteristics; operational amplifier modeling; ideal operational amplifier inverting, non-inverting, summing, subtracting, integrating, and differentiating circuit configurations; introduction to active filters
Fall 2008 | D | RES | 352 | Operational Amplifiers Laboratory | 2 | Application of instruments and computer simulation tools are used to measure circuit behavior. Selected circuits will be built using breadboards. Written laboratory reports containing circuit schematics, calculations, measured data and analysis of calculations and measurements are required.
Fall 2008 | D | RES | 355 | Photovoltaics | 3 | Review of semiconductor physics; photoelectric effect; introduction to solar spectrum and solar radiation on the earth; silicon PV cells, and various PV materials discussed. PV cell I-V curves, series and parallel connected cells, and selected modules are analyzed.
Fall 2008 | D | RES | 407 | Seminar |  | (hours to be arranged each term)
Fall 2008 | D | RES | 443 | PLC Programming | 3 | Programmable logic controller and their function. Examines PLC input/output systems. Covers ladder logic programming; basic I/O instructions, logic instructions, timers, counters, comparison, and math functions. PLC operation, hardware installation, trouble-shooting, and industrial applications of PLCs.
Fall 2008 | D | RES | 444 | PLC Programming Laboratory | 1 | Application of logic analyzers for measuring PLC timing. Comparison of flow-charts and ladder logic description of problem algorithms; PLC programs implementing the control algorithms are written and debugged. Written laboratory reports are required.
Fall 2008 | M | EE | 101 | Introduction to Engineering I | 1 | A three course sequence introducing the field of engineering, focusing on electrical engineering, renewable engineering. Success strategies. Engineering and scientific notation. [NAME]'s Law. Problem solving. Communication skills. Ethics in engineering. Professional development and life-long learning. Introduction to the design process culminating in a team design experience. | Title, Description
Fall 2008 | M | EE | 102 | Introduction to Engineering II | 1 | A three course sequence introducing the field of engineering, focusing on electrical engineering, renewable engineering. Success strategies. Engineering and scientific notation. [NAME]'s Law. Problem solving. Communication skills. Ethics in engineering. Professional development and life-long learning. Introduction to the design process culminating in a team design experience. | Title, Description
Fall 2008 | M | EE | 103 | Introduction to Engineering III | 1 | A three course sequence introducing the field of engineering, focusing on electrical engineering, renewable engineering. Success strategies. Engineering and scientific notation. [NAME]'s Law. Problem solving. Communication skills. Ethics in engineering. Professional development and life-long learning. Introduction to the design process culminating in a team design experience. | Title, Description
Fall 2008 | M | EE | 131 | Digital Electronics I - Combinational Logic | 4 | Introduction to combinational logic, Gates, Boolean Algebra, [NAME] mapping, number systems/codes, arithmetic circuits, decoders/encoders, Mux/DeMux, comparators, parity, code conversion,  Intro to HDL, PLD HW Implementation. Student must register for a laboratory section.  Prerequisite: Placement in Math 111 or higher. | Description, Corequisite | Coreq was moved in body of text.
Fall 2008 | N | EE | 133 | Digital Electronics II - Sequential Logic | 4 | Introduction to sequential logic, Latches, Flip/Flops, Timers, Counters/Registers, HDL implementation, PLD HW implementation, Finite state machine design/analysis, Logic testing, DC parameters and timing analysis. Students must register for laboratory section. Prerequisite: EE 131 with grade "C" or better and Math 111.
Fall 2008 | M | EE | 223 | Electric Circuits II - AC and 2nd Order Transient Analysis | 4 | AC and 2nd order transient analysis. Sinusiods and phasors. Sinusiodal steady-state analysis. Nodal analysis. Branch analysis. Source transformations. Thevenin's and Norton's equivalent circuits. Sinusiodal steady-state power calculations. Balanced three-phase circuits. Transformers. Students must register for a laboratory section. Prerequisite: EE 221, with a grade "C" or better, Math 252. | Description, Prerequisite, Corequisite
Fall 2008 | D | EET | 313 | Digital Systems I | 3 | State machine design including state reduction and state assignment. Sequential circuit analysis. Digital system implementation using MSI devices such as ROMs and PLDs. Asynchronous state machines analyzed and designed. Computer circuits and memory elements used.
Fall 2008 | D | EET | 314 | Digital Systems I Laboratory | 1 | Sequential circuits designed, constructed, simulated, analyzed, and tested. [NAME], ROMs, and other LSI devices used.
Fall 2008 | D | EET | 321 | Laplace Transforms & Applications | 4 | Applications of LaPlace in first and second order networks; poles, zeros and stability in S-plane; active filters and oscillators.
Fall 2008 | D | EET | 322 | Laplace Transforms & Applications Laboratory | 1 | Concepts discussed in EET 321 will be verified using available components and instrumentation. Computer simulation of selected circuits.
Fall 2008 | D | EET | 327 | Introduction to Microcontrollers | 3 | A study of Motorola 68HC12 microcontroller. Internal structure, registers, busses, control unit. Clock, machine and instruction cycle timing, interrupts and DMA. Instruction set, mnemonics, functions, and assembly language programming. Interfacing to external memory and I/O on-chip peripherals.
Fall 2008 | D | EET | 328 | Introduction to Microcontrollers Laboratory | 2 | [NAME] operation and timing concepts discussed in EET 327 verified using a logic analyzer. Assembly language programs written and verified using a 68HC12 trainer. Onchip peripherals programmed and verified using the trainer and additional hardware.
Fall 2008 | D | EET | 331 | Operational Amplifiers & Applications | 3 | Properties, modeling and analysis of feedback systems using the operational amplifier. Stability and frequency compensation of operational amplifiers. Oscillators, nonlinear circuit applications, [NAME] trigger, analog switches, peak detectors and sample and hold. A/D and D/A conversion techniques.
Fall 2008 | D | EET | 332 | Operational Amplifiers & Applications Laboratory | 2 | Theoretical concepts discussed in EET 331 will be verified using available components and instrumentation. Computer simulation of selected circuits.
Fall 2008 | D | EET | 337 | Microcontroller Systems | 3 | Advanced features of Motorola 68HC12 Microcontroller. System environment with the external memory and peripheral devices. Advanced numerical routines. Digital control systems, displays, transducers.
Fall 2008 | D | EET | 338 | Microcontroller Systems Laboratory | 2 | Motorola 68HC12 Microcontroller trainer used to perform advanced experiments. Floating point exercises, multiperipheral experiments, and systems integration performed. External memory, peripheral chips, and devices interfaced.
Fall 2008 | M | EE | 343 | Solid-State Electronic Devices | 3 | Crystal properties and growth of semiconductors. Atoms and electrons. Energy bands and charge carriers in semiconductors. Excess carriers in semiconductors, p-n junctions. FETs and BJTs. Optoelectronic devices. High-frequency and high-power devices. Prerequisite: EE 321 with grade "C" or better. | Credits
Fall 2008 | N | EET | 361 | Digital Systems I | 5 | State machine design including state reduction and state assignment. Sequential circuit analysis. Digital system implementation using MSI devices such as ROMs and PLDs. Asynchronous state machines analyzed and designed. Computer circuits and memory elemen
Fall 2008 | N | EET | 362 | Digital Systems II | 5 | Design digital systems using programmable devices as well as conventional building blocks. System controllers designed using state tables, ASM charts and VHDL. Laboratory explorations and projects of theoretical concepts.
Fall 2008 | N | EET | 363 | Introduction to Microcontrollers | 5 | A study of Motorola 68HC12 microcontroller. Internal structure, registers, busses, control unit. Clock, machine and instruction cycle timing, interrupts and DMA. Instruction set, mnemonics, functions, and assembly language programming. Interfacing to external memory and I/O on chip peripherals. Laboratory explorations and projects of theoretical concepts.
Fall 2008 | N | EET | 364 | Microcontroller Systems | 5 | Advanced features of Motorola 68HC12 Microcontroller. System environment with the external memory and peripheral devices. Advanced numerical routines. Digital control systems, displays, transducers. Laboratory explorations and projects of theoretical concepts.
Fall 2008 | D | EET | 367 | Digital Systems II | 3 | Design digital systems using programmable devices as well as conventional building blocks. System controllers designed using state tables, ASM charts and VHDL.
Fall 2008 | D | EET | 368 | Digital Systems II Laboratory | 2 | Two or three digital systems designed, simulated, implemented and tested. At least one of the digital systems will contain asynchronous circuits.
Fall 2008 | N | EET | 371 | LaPlace Transforms and Applications | 5 | Applications of LaPlace in first and second order networks; poles, zeros and stability in S-plane; active filters and oscillators. Laboratory explorations and projects of theoretical concepts.
Fall 2008 | N | EET | 373 | Operational Amplifiers and Applications | 5 | Properties, modeling and analysis of feedback systems using the operational amplifier. Stability and frequency compensation of operational amplifiers. Oscillators, nonlinear circuit applications, [NAME] trigger, analog switches, peak detectors and sample and hold. A/D and D/A conversion techniques. Laboratory explorations and projects of theoretical concepts.
Fall 2008 | D | EET | 401 | Analysis & Design of Analog Integrated Circuits | 4 | The properties, modeling and analysis of bipolar and field effect transistor circuits commonly found in analog integrated circuits. Topics include high frequency effects, multistage circuits, active loads, output stages, and the design of a complete integrated circuit operational amplifier.
Fall 2008 | D | EET | 402 | Analysis & Design of Analog Integrated Circuits | 2 | Laboratory companion to EET 401. Theoretical concepts discussed in lecture course will be verified using available components and instrumentation. This course must be taken the same term as EET 401. Computer simulation is used on selected circuits. Laboratory reports are required.
Fall 2008 | M | EE | 411 | Senior Project I | 2 | A three-term sequence integrating electrical engineering design, group dynamics, and technical communications. Multidisciplinary student teams will be introduced to a major electrical engineering project, ideally supplied by an industrial client working in health-related  technologies, optoelectronics, or renewable energy systems. The first term will culminate in a formal written proposal. Student teams will perform engineering design work as defined in the proposal durign the second and third terms. The final design and recommendations will be presented orally and in a comprehensive final report. Entire sequence must be completed in three consecutive terms. Prerequisite: Senior standing in EE. Corequisites: WRI 321, WRI 322, WRI 323. | Credits, [NAME].
Fall 2008 | M | EE | 412 | Senior Project II | 2 | A three-term sequence integrating electrical engineering design, group dynamics, and technical communications. Multidisciplinary student teams will be introduced to a major electrical engineering project, ideally supplied by an industrial client working in health-related  technologies, optoelectronics, or renewable energy systems. The first term will culminate in a formal written proposal. Student teams will perform engineering design work as defined in the proposal durign the second and third terms. The final design and recommendations will be presented orally and in a comprehensive final report. Entire sequence must be completed in three consecutive terms. Prerequisite: Senior standing in EE. Corequisites: WRI 321, WRI 322, WRI 323. | Credits, [NAME].
Fall 2008 | M | EE | 413 | Senior Project III | 2 | A three-term sequence integrating electrical engineering design, group dynamics, and technical communications. Multidisciplinary student teams will be introduced to a major electrical engineering project, ideally supplied by an industrial client working in health-related  technologies, optoelectronics, or renewable energy systems. The first term will culminate in a formal written proposal. Student teams will perform engineering design work as defined in the proposal durign the second and third terms. The final design and recommendations will be presented orally and in a comprehensive final report. Entire sequence must be completed in three consecutive terms. Prerequisite: Senior standing in EE. Corequisites: WRI 321, WRI 322, WRI 323. | Credits, [NAME].
Fall 2008 | D | EET | 411 | Communications Systems | 4 | Fourier series and transforms. System noise sources and definitions. Amplitude, frequency, and phase modulation. Principles of superhetrodyne receivers. Transmitter circuits and phase lock loop. Digital modulation techniques such as FSK, PSK, and QPSK.
Fall 2008 | D | EET | 412 | Communications Systems Laboratory | 2 | Theoretical concepts discussed in EET 411 verified using available components and instrumentation.
Fall 2008 | D | EET | 449 | Digital Signal Processing | 3 | Analysis of discrete systems and signals including the following topics: discrete signals; linear time invariant systems, difference equations, frequency response, Ztransforms. Analysis software applied to solutions. Discrete Fourier transforms. Spectral analysis.]
Fall 2008 | N | EET | 471 | Digital Signal Processing | 5 | Analysis of discrete systems and signals including the following topics: discrete signals; linear time invariant systems, difference equations, frequency response, Z transforms. Analysis software applied to solutions. Discrete Fourier transforms. Spectral Analysis. Laboratory explorations and projects of theoretical concepts.
Fall 2008 | N | EET | 472 | Communications Systems | 5 | Fourier series and transforms. System noise sources and definitions. Amplitude, frequency, and phase modulation. Principles of superhetrodyne receivers. Transmitter circuits and phase lock loop. Digital modulation techniques such as FSK, PSK, and QPSK. Laboratory explorations and projects of theoretical concepts.
Fall 2008 | N | EET | 473 | Analysis and Design of Analog Integrated Circuits | 5 | The properties, modeling and analysis of bipolar and field effect transistor circuits commonly found in analog integrated circuits. Topics include high frequency effects, multistage circuits, active loads, output stages, and the design of a complete integrated circuit operational amplifier. Laboratory explorations and projects of theoretical concepts.
Fall 2008 | M | ENV | 466 | Integrated Watershed Analysis | 4 | Land use hydrology and watershet management practices to improve and maintain water quality. Emphasis on integrated, multidisciplinary assessment methods. Prerequiste: CIV 467, ENV 366. Corequisite: CHE 465. | Catalog misprint from last year; correcting prefix. Was incorrect GIS.
Fall 2008 | M | GME | 161 | Plane Surveying I | 4 | Fundamental concepts of plane surveying including theory of measurements, systematic and random errors. Distance and angle measurement using total stations and differential leveling. Calculation of bearings, azimuths, coordinates, area and traverse adjustments. Introduction to horizontal and vertical curve computations. | Credit change Fall 07 but never made it in that year's catalog.
Fall 2008 | M | GME | 241 | Boundary Law I | 3 | Statute law, common law, and legal principles relating to land boundaries. Each student will be required to use the county law library to research assigned cases. Prerequisites: WRI 121, GME 161 or instructor consent. | Prerequsite: addded GME 161
Fall 2008 | M | GME | 264 | Software Applications | 3 | Use of Land Development Desktop and other software to solve and plot assignments in traverse calculations, horizontal and vertical curve alignments, profiles, and calculuations will be made to supplement the computer calculuations. Prerequisites: CIV 112; GME 163. | Title, Prerequisite: removed CIV 245.
Fall 2008 | M | GME | 425 | Remote Sensing | 4 | Overview of remote sensing and photogrammetry; geometry of vertical aerial and satellite images including parallax and stereopairs. Analytic photogrammetry collinearity and coplanarity equations and orientation matices. Students use Leica Photogrammetry Suite software to orient an image strip, create a DEM and orthorectify an image. Prerequisites: MATH 252, PHY 222. | Description, Prerequisite
Fall 2008 | D | GIS | 104 | ArcView GIS | 2 | Instruction in Arc View GIS. Desktop mapping, importing data, working with layers, tables, graphs, and layouts. Spatial queries, creating and editing shapefiles. Projects and examples using local data. Prerequisite: GIS 103 or instructor consent.
Fall 2008 | D | GIS | 106 | Geospatial Raster Analysis I | 2 | Introduction to modeling using a raster based GIS. Surface analysis. Selection and use of appropriate statistical functions. Euclidean and weighted distance techniques. Pre- or [NAME]: GIS 104 or GME 134.
Fall 2008 | M | GIS | 205 | GIS Data Integration | 2 | Review of differential correction. Construction and use of a data dictionary. Importing feature and non-feature data into a GIS. Data Conversion. Use of hand-held GPS/GIS units. Prerequisite: GIS 105 and GME 134. | Prerequisite: added GIS 105, removed GIS 104.
Fall 2008 | M | GIS | 306 | Geospatial Raster Analysis | 4 | Manipulation of raster data. Measurement scales. Map algebra. Coincidence and least-cost path modeling techniques. Use of various distance, surface, and density mapping techniques. Use of local, focal, block and zonal statistical functions. Prerequisite: [NAME] 134. | Title, Description, Prerequisite: removed GIS 106, 316 and MATH 361. Added [NAME] 134.
Fall 2008 | M | GIS | 316 | Geospatial Vector Analysis I | 4 | Coordiantes, datums, projections. Labeling and annotating features. Editing of spatial and attribute data. Geocoding. [NAME] topology. GPS data input. Overlay and proximity analysis. Spatial joins and queries. Typology and map presentation. Data storage models. GIS project design fundamentals. Prerequisite: [NAME] 134. | Description, Prerequisite: removal of GIS 104.
Fall 2008 | M | GIS | 426 | Geospatial Vector Analysis II | 4 | Advanced techniques for geospatial analysis. Use and creation of dynamic seqmentation, geometric networks, and regions for geospatial analysis. Advanced topological relationships. Introduction to GUI customization using ArcObjects and scripting. Professional map creation skills. Prerequisite: GIS 316. | Description, Number: was GIS 326
Fall 2008 | M | GIS | 332 | Customizing the GIS Environment I | 4 | Us of VBA/OOP to modify GIS GUI environment. Introduction to programming with ArcObjectds and the use/creation of forms for managing data input/display. Navigation of ArcGIS UML diagrams for the creation of customized functionality. Prerequsite: [NAME] 134 and MIS 115. | Description, Prerequisite, Corequisite
Fall 2008 | N | GIS | 432 | Customizing the GIS Environment II | 4 | Advanced use of ArcObjects to create custom GIS applications. Use of CASE tools. Students will apply skills towards the solution of various mapping requirements. Prerequisite: GIS 332.
Fall 2008 | N | GIS | 426 | Geospatial Vector Analysis II | 4 | Advanced techniques for geospatial analysis. Use and creation of dynamic seqmentation, geometric networks, and regions for geospatial analysis. Advanced topological relationships. Introduction to GUI customization using ArcObjects and scripting. Professional map creation skills. Prerequisite: GIS 316.
Fall 2008 | M | GIS | 446 | GIS Database Development | 4 | Geodatabase design. Use and creation of subtypes, domains, relationship classes, and validation rules. Students will apply skills towards the solution of various mapping/database requirements. Prerequisite: GIS 316 and MIS 113. | Description, Prerequisite: added MIS 113.
Fall 2008 | M | GIS | 456 | GIS Management | 3 | Discussion of how to implement a GIS of any scope. Role of information products in implementation process. Creation of a data design. Selection of an appropriate data model. Hardware, software, and personnel requirements. Prerequisite: GIS 426 and GIS 446. | Description, Prerequisite: added GIS 426.
Fall 2008 | M | GME | 134 | Geographic Information Systems | 4 | Use of vector data, editing and querying of spatial and attribute data. Relating spatial and attribute data. Introduction to elements of map design. Use of raster data, analyzing raster surfaces. Introduction to map algebra. CAD-GIS conversion. Extensive use of [NAME] software. Prerequisite: CIV 112 or GIS 103. | Description, Prerequisite, Credits
Fall 2008 | D | ANTH | 221 | Native American Culture I | 3 | A survey of North American Indian cultures. Focus on Mesoamerica during the pre-Colombian period. In-depth studies of the peoples of the Northeastern and Southeastern Woodlands, and Plains cultural areas.
Fall 2008 | D | ANTH | 222 | Native American Culture II | 3 | A survey of North American Indian cultures. Focus on the Great Basin, Southwest, California, Northwest and Arctic regions. Topics include lifeways, socio-political order, spirituality, and arts. Misunderstandings between Native Americans and Anglo-Americans discussed.
Fall 2008 | D | A&S | 207 | Seminar |  | (hours to be arranged each term)
Fall 2008 | D | A&S | 307 | Seminar |  | (hours to be arranged each term)
Fall 2008 | D | ASL | 101 | First Year American Sign Language | 3 | An introduction to basic ASL vocabulary and conversational behaviors. A three-quarter sequence for beginners. Focus on comprehension and grammatical structure. Presentations required.
Fall 2008 | D | ASL | 102 | First Year American Sign Language | 3 | An introduction to basic ASL vocabulary and conversational behaviors. A three-quarter sequence for beginners. Focus on comprehension and grammatical structure. Presentations required.
Fall 2008 | D | ASL | 103 | First Year American Sign Language | 3 | An introduction to basic ASL vocabulary and conversational behaviors. A three-quarter sequence for beginners. Focus on comprehension and grammatical structure. Presentations required.
Fall 2008 | D | ASL | 201 | Second Year American Sign Language | 3 | Continuation of the fundamentals of ASL 103. Course is aimed at progressive development of fluency through extensive exposure to the language in real situations. Aspects of deaf culture will be taught with the use of videos and, when available, presentations by members from the local deaf community. Comprehension-based approach. Majority of classes will be taught without voice.
Fall 2008 | D | ASL | 202 | Second Year American Sign Language | 3 | Continuation of the fundamentals of ASL 103. Course is aimed at progressive development of fluency through extensive exposure to the language in real situations. Aspects of deaf culture will be taught with the use of videos and, when available, presentations by members from the local deaf community. Comprehension-based approach. Majority of classes will be taught without voice.
Fall 2008 | D | ASL | 203 | Second Year American Sign Language | 3 | Continuation of the fundamentals of ASL 103. Course is aimed at progressive development of fluency through extensive exposure to the language in real situations. Aspects of deaf culture will be taught with the use of videos and, when available, presentations by members from the local deaf community. Comprehension-based approach. Majority of classes will be taught without voice.
Fall 2008 | M | ENG | 381 | Contemporary World Literature | 3 | An in-depth study of selected writers and works organized thematically, geographically, and ethnically. The focus on contemporary works provides insight into current world cultures and explores globalization while encouraging students to critically examine their world views. Prerequisite: WRI 122. | Course number (was 281) and Prerequisite
Fall 2008 | M | ENG | 367 | Art and Trash in Contemporary Fiction | 3 | In-depth study of contemporary fiction, finding meaning in literature responsive to the human condition and relevant to the reader. Includes works from authors such as [NAME], [NAME], [NAME] and [NAME]. Prerequisite:  WRI 122. | Prerequisite
Fall 2008 | D | FREN | 101 | First Year French | 4 | An introduction to elementary French. A three-quarter sequence for beginners. Emphasis on vocabulary building, listening comprehension, phonetics, oral practice, and elements of grammar. [NAME] readings and writing will be required.
Fall 2008 | D | FREN | 102 | First Year French | 4 | An introduction to elementary French. A three-quarter sequence for beginners. Emphasis on vocabulary building, listening comprehension, phonetics, oral practice, and elements of grammar. [NAME] readings and writing will be required.
Fall 2008 | D | FREN | 103 | First Year French | 4 | An introduction to elementary French. A three-quarter sequence for beginners. Emphasis on vocabulary building, listening comprehension, phonetics, oral practice, and elements of grammar. [NAME] readings and writing will be required.
Fall 2008 | D | FREN | 201 | Second Year French | 4 | Progressive development of fluency through extensive exposure to the language in real situations. Comprehension based approach.
Fall 2008 | D | FREN | 202 | Second Year French | 4 | Progressive development of fluency through extensive exposure to the language in real situations. Comprehension based approach.
Fall 2008 | D | FREN | 203 | Second Year French | 4 | Progressive development of fluency through extensive exposure to the language in real situations. Comprehension based approach.
Fall 2008 | D | GERM | 101 | First Year German | 4 | An introduction to elementary German. Emphasis on vocabulary building, listening comprehension, phonetics, oral practice, and elements of grammar. [NAME] readings and writings required.
Fall 2008 | D | GERM | 102 | First Year German | 4 | An introduction to elementary German. Emphasis on vocabulary building, listening comprehension, phonetics, oral practice, and elements of grammar. [NAME] readings and writings required.
Fall 2008 | D | GERM | 103 | First Year German | 4 | An introduction to elementary German. Emphasis on vocabulary building, listening comprehension, phonetics, oral practice, and elements of grammar. [NAME] readings and writings required.
Fall 2008 | D | HIST | 235 | American Popular Culture | 3 | Examines the rise of the American music, film, and television industries from their roots in 19th century popular culture to their current worldwide dominance. Topics include business and finance, the role of technology, youth culture, and a comparison between live and studio performances.
Fall 2008 | D | HIST | 315 | Computers and Society | 3 | The emergence and development of the information processing industry and its impact on society. Topics include computing before computers, the development of digital computing, the rise of the personal computer, and the origins of the Internet.
Fall 2008 | D | HUM | 317 | Native American Teachings | 3 | Native American experience through oral and written tradition. Philosophy, mythology, symbolism and spiritual beliefs of Native Americans studied with focus on perspectives of Mayan, Hopi, and Lakota lifeways and values.
Fall 2008 | D | JPN | 101 | First Year Japanese | 4 | An introduction to elementary Japanese. A three-quarter sequence for beginners. Emphasis on hearing comprehension, conversation practice, and vocabulary building to facilitate basic communication in social situations. Also, study of hiragana, elements of grammar, and Japanese culture. [NAME] reading and writing in hiragana is required.
Fall 2008 | D | JPN | 102 | First Year Japanese | 4 | An introduction to elementary Japanese. A three-quarter sequence for beginners. Emphasis on hearing comprehension, conversation practice, and vocabulary building to facilitate basic communication in social situations. Also, study of hiragana, elements of grammar, and Japanese culture. [NAME] reading and writing in hiragana is required.
Fall 2008 | D | JPN | 103 | First Year Japanese | 4 | An introduction to elementary Japanese. A three-quarter sequence for beginners. Emphasis on hearing comprehension, conversation practice, and vocabulary building to facilitate basic communication in social situations. Also, study of hiragana, elements of grammar, and Japanese culture. [NAME] reading and writing in hiragana is required.
Fall 2008 | D | JPN | 201 | Second Year Japanese | 4 | Intermediate study of Japanese. Emphasis on building reading and writing skills, vocabulary acquisition, elements of advanced grammar and Japanese culture. Students will continue to refine hearing comprehension and conversation skills. Reading and writing with kanji, hiragana, and [NAME] is required.
Fall 2008 | D | JPN | 202 | Second Year Japanese | 4 | Intermediate study of Japanese. Emphasis on building reading and writing skills, vocabulary acquisition, elements of advanced grammar and Japanese culture. Students will continue to refine hearing comprehension and conversation skills. Reading and writing with kanji, hiragana, and [NAME] is required.
Fall 2008 | D | JPN | 203 | Second Year Japanese | 4 | Intermediate study of Japanese. Emphasis on building reading and writing skills, vocabulary acquisition, elements of advanced grammar and Japanese culture. Students will continue to refine hearing comprehension and conversation skills. Reading and writing with kanji, hiragana, and [NAME] is required.
Fall 2008 | D | JPN | 307 | Seminar |  | (hours to be arranged each term)
Fall 2008 | D | PHIL | 201 | Introduction to Philosophy | 3 | Introduction to the thinking of major figures in Western Philosophy from the classical period to the present. Topics include the nature of reality, knowledge, free will, rationality, language and consciousness.
Fall 2008 | D | PHIL | 202 | Critical Thinking | 3 | [NAME] reasoning and rationality in various contexts. Topics include analyzing and assessing arguments, identifying assumptions, criteria for validity, knowing and belief. Investigation of the resources and limits of language in argumentation. No prerequisite required.
Fall 2008 | D | PHIL | 203 | Politics, [NAME] and Justice | 3 | Study of the nature of justice and the obligations and limits of moral and civic responsibility. Topics include legal reasoning, ethical and political judgments, relativism, scientism, and specific social and ethical issues in various circumstances. No prerequisite required.
Fall 2008 | D | BIO | 209 | Pathophysiology for Informatics | 3 | A survey of some of the most important areas of pathophysiology with applications to health informatics. Prerequisite: BIO 103. Cannot be taken for graduation credit for those who have taken BIO 231, 232 or 233.
Fall 2008 | M | MIS | 345 | Health Care Information Systems Management |  | Information systems within health care organizations are examined. Business, clinical, and healthcare delivery processes are identified as they relate to data acquisition and information systems. Key issues confronting design, organization and management of healthcare are identified, examined, and solutions are explored and developed. Prerequisite: MIS 217. | Title
Fall 2008 | M | MIS | 255 | Introduction to Health Informatics | 3 | The discipline of health informatics is introduced, including history, basic knowledge of health informatics, data management, vocabularies, standards and toools as applied in support of health care delivery. | Course number, prerequisite | Formerly MIS 355
Fall 2008 | N | MIS | 357 | Information and Communication Systems in Health Care | 3 | Adresses the role of computer based information and communications systems in patient care and health care administration, including hands-on experience with the acquisition, storage, and use of information in the electronic medical record and systems such as PACS, lab and pharmacy systems and computerized provider order entry (CPOE). Prerequisite: MIS 217
Fall 2008 | N | MFG | 447 | Lean Manufacturing | 3 | Introduction of principles, techniques, and skills of lean manufacturing. Process optimization and quality improvement for manufacturing. Plant layout, design and job scheduling. JIT skills, such as [NAME], Kanban, value added analysis and one piece flow to reduce inventory and waste. Prerequisites: MFG 313 and MFG 333.
Fall 2008 | M | MECH | 318 | [NAME] I | 4 | Covers fluid properties, [NAME], conservation laws of pipe flow, drag, lift fluid dynamics, measurement of flow, viscous flow, laminar, and turbulent flow, and forces due to fluid motion. Prerequisites: ENGR 211, PHY 221; Pre- or Corequisites: MECH 363 or EE 223. | Prerequisites
Fall 2008 | M | MECH | 323 | Heat Transfer | 3 | An introduction to the three modes of heat transfer, conduction, convection, and radiation. Teaches the analytical and empirical techniques used for solving problems in heat transfer, including those for which computer application is most suited. Prerequisite: MATH 321, ENGR 355, MECH 318. | Prerequisites
Fall 2008 | M | MECH | 436 | Control Systems | 3 | An introduction to control systems. Both classic control theory and programmable logic controllers are considered. Topics include block diagrams, mathematical models, transfer functions, LaPlace transforms, frequency response along with control components and PLC programming. Prerequisites: MATH 321, ENGR 212, ENGR 266, MECH 318; and MECH 363 or EE 223. | Description, Prerequisite
Fall 2008 | M | MECH | 490 | Senior Project I | 3 | The first of a three-term comprehensive group design project, focusing on the design proposal. This sequence applies material from prior course work, along with concepts of project management, design optimization, and other material related to a group engineering project. Prerequisite: MECH 315, MECH 318, ENGR 355, MET 375; or instructor consent. Corequisite: WRI 321. | Prerequisite, Corequisite
Fall 2008 | M | MET | 326 | Electrical Power Systems | 3 | Study relatedto theory and application of industrial electric power systems. Topics covered include transformers, motors, generators, motor controls, and protective devices. Prerequisite: ENGR 236. | Prerequisite
Fall 2008 | M | MET | 491 | Senior Projects II | 3 | The second of a three-term comprehensive group design project, focusing on project design. Prerequisite: MET 490 previous quarter from same instructor, or advisor and instructor consent. Corequisite: WRI 322. | Corequisite
Fall 2009 | M | MET | 492 | Senior Projects III | 3 | The third of a three-term comprehensive group design project, focusiong on project construction and testing. Prerequisite: MET 491 previous quarter from same instructor, or advisor and instructor consent. Corequisite:WRI 323 | Description, Corequisite
Fall 2008 | N | BIO | 336 | Pathophysiology for the Radiologic Sciences | 3 | Study of the dynamic aspects of the disease process with emphasis on abnormal physiology. Understanding of the body's normal lines of defense. Overview of the common pathophysiologic mechanisms affecting the major organ systems of the body. Prerequisite: BIO 233.
Fall 2008 | N | CHE | 250 | Clinical Pharmacology for Nuclear Medicine | 3 | The drug action of selected pharmaceuticals with emphasis on those drug families of particular importance in nuclear medicine and the biochemistry of the important radiopharmaceuticals. Prerequisites: BIO 231, BIO 232
Fall 2008 | M | NMT | 355 | Computed Tomography | 4 | X-ray, physics, scanner components, and data acquisition of computed tomography. Image reconstruction, manipulation, and artifacts. CT patient care and imaging procedures of the head, neck, spine, chest, abdomen, pelvis, and musculoskeletal system. Laboratory simulator practice on image manipulation, scan post processing and reconstruction. Prerequisite: NMT 311 with grade "C" or better. Corequisites: NMT 367, BIO 355. | Credits, [NAME].
Fall 2008 | N | ENV | 318 | Systems Modeling | 3 | Computer simulation of dynamic systems. Fundamentals of numerical simulation. Simulation of positive and negative feedback loops. Examination of differing model approaches. Multiple independent variables. Randomness. Application towards ecological systems. Prerequisite: BIO 213.
Fall 2008 | D | GIS | 106 | Geospatial Raster Analysis I | 2 | Introduction to modeling using a raster based GIS. Surface analysis. Selection and use of appropriate statistical functions. Euclidean and weighted distance techniques.
Fall 2008 | D | ENV | 216 | Introduction to Systems Modeling | 2 | Use of STELLA II® (High Performance Systems, Inc.) computer software to understand, evaluate, and model dynamic system behavior. Fundamentals of numerical simulation. Feedback loops, stocks and flows, graphical and tabular output. Computer proficiency is expected.
Fall 2008 | M | BIO | 342 | Cell Biology | 4 | Organelle organization, protein sorting, cell signalling, cytoskeletal functions, cell division mechanics, and cell interactions in development and aging. Prerequisite: BIO 213 or instructor consent. | Prerequisite: removal of CHE 332.
Fall 2008 | N | PSG | 252A | Clinical Polysomnographic Technology Part A | 3 | Medical terminology, instrumentation setup and calibration, recording and monitoring techniques, documentation, professional issues, and patient-technologist interactions. This is the first half of the standard PSG 252 course. Pre- or Corequisite: PSG 211
Fall 2008 | N | PSG | 252B | Clinical Polysomnographic Technology Part B | 3 | Medical terminology, instrumentation setup and calibration, recording and monitoring techniques, documentation, professional issues, and patient-technologist interactions. This is the second half of the standard PSG 252 course. Pre- or Corequisite: PSG 252A
Fall 2008 | N | PSG | 253A | Clinical Polysomnographic Technology II Part A | 3 | Intermediate aspects of polysomnographic technology including event recognition, EEG, EMG, SaO2 and EOG readings and monitoring, therapeutic interventions, scoring, and patient-technologist interactions related to polysomnographic technology. This is the first half of the standard PSG 253 course. Pre- or Corequisite: PSG 252 or PSG 252A and PSG 252B.
Fall 2008 | N | PSG | 253B | Clinical Polysomnographic Technology II Part B | 3 | Intermediate aspects of polysomnographic technology including event recognition, EEG, EMG, SaO2 and EOG readings and monitoring, therapeutic interventions, scoring, and patient-technologist interactions related to polysomnographic technology. This is the second half of the standard PSG 253 course. Prerequisite: PSG 253A
Fall 2008 | N | PSG | 254A | Clinical Polysomnographic Technology III Part A | 3 | Advanced aspects of polysomnographic technology including recognition of sleep disorders, recording and monitoring, therapeutic interventions, scoring, MSLTs and RTSWs, advanced cardiac and neurophyshiology interpretation and pharmacology of sleep. This is the first half of the standard PSG 254 course. Prerequisite: PSG 253 or PSG 253A and PSG 253B.
Fall 2008 | N | PSG | 254B | Clinical Polysomnographic Technology III Part B | 3 | Advanced aspects of polysomnographic technology including recognition of sleep disorders, recording and monitoring, therapeutic interventions, scoring, MSLTs and RTSWs, advanced cardiac and neurophyshiology interpretation and pharmacology of sleep. This is the second half of the standard PSG 254 course. Prerequisite: PSG 254A.