Mar 29, 2024  
Undergraduate Catalog 2013-2014 
    
Undergraduate Catalog 2013-2014 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 
  
  • ECO 200 - (S) Economic Security and Personal Finance


    Please contact the department chair for course schedules and detailed descriptions. This course is offered infrequently.
  
  • ECO 361 - Intermediate Microeconomics

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisite: ECO 153 )

    This course centers on the analysis of production and cost theories.  The topics studied are pure competition, monopoly, oligopoly, monopolistic competition and factor pricing.  Economics majors take the course in their sophomore year; Finance majors in their junior year.

  
  • ECO 362 - Intermediate Macroeconomics

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisite: ECO 154 )

    This course centers on the study of national income accounting, price level fluctuations, issues of unemployment, inflation, full employment, and the impact of monetary and fiscal policy on income level and distribution.  Economics majors take the course in their sophomore year; Finance majors in their junior year.

  
  • ECO 363 - Applied Econometrics

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisites: ECO 361 , ECO 362 , STAT 253 )

    This course deals with the modeling and estimation of relationships as applied to economics.  The topics covered include single-equation structural modeling and time-series modeling; estimation methods and problems; testing of economic hypotheses; and forecasting.  The emphasis of the course is on applications involving the use of actual data.

  
  • ECO 364 - Labor Economics and Labor Regulations

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisites: ECO 153 -ECO 154 )

    Analysis of labor supply and demand; measurement and theory of unemployment; occupational choice; wage differentials; labor-market issues and policies; labor legislation.

  
  • ECO 365 - Mathematical Economics

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisites: ECO 361 , ECO 362 , STAT 253 , MATH 107 , MATH 108  or permission of the instructor)

    This course studies the methodology of modern economic analysis.  Emphasis is placed on developing the rigorous theoretical foundations of micro and macroeconomics using tools of calculus and linear algebra.  Topics such as comparative static analysis, general -equilibrium analysis, consumer and firm behavior, intertemporal decision making, decision-making under uncertainty, theory of growth and rational-expectation hypothesis are covered.

  
  • ECO 366 - Economic Geography


    Please contact the department chair for course schedules and detailed descriptions. This course is offered infrequently.
  
  • ECO 410 - Economic Concepts and Applications

    3 cr.
    This course provides an introduction to fundamental economic concepts as well as a review of techniques and materials (print, audiovisual, etc.) that can be used to teach economics at the K-12 grade levels . Emphasis is placed on strategies designed to integrate economics into such courses as language arts, mathematics and social studies.  This course may not be substituted for ECO 101 , ECO 153  or ECO 154 .
  
  • ECO 460 - Monetary and Financial Economics

    3 cr.


     (Prerequisite: ECO 154 , FIN 251 )

    This course emphasizes the interrelations between financial markets, financial institutions and aggregate economic activity.  Topics include: an overview of financial institutions, introduction to money and capital markets, fundamentals of interest rates, the money supply process, the conduct of monetary policy, and other topics that occupy the subject matter of money and financial markets.

  
  • ECO 461 - Managerial Economics


    Please contact the department chair for course schedules and detailed descriptions. This course is offered infrequently.
  
  • ECO 462 - Urban and Regional Economics


    Please contact the department chair for course schedules and detailed descriptions. This course is offered infrequently.
  
  • ECO 463 - Public Finance and Taxation


    Please contact the department chair for course schedules and detailed descriptions. This course is offered infrequently.
  
  • ECO 464 - Environmental Economics and Policy


    Please contact the department chair for course schedules and detailed descriptions. This course is offered infrequently.
  
  • ECO 465 - Development Economics

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisites: ECO 153 -ECO 154 )

    This course introduces students to contemporary development economics.  Topics include: the concept and measurement of economic development, the problems and prospects of the less developed countries, and the alternative theories and processes of economic development.

  
  • ECO 470 - Law and Economics

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisite: ECO 361  or permission of the instructor)

    This course focuses on the public-policy implications of law and economics.  It is based on the notion that legal rules establish implicit prices for different types of behavior and that consequences of these rules can be analyzed using microeconomics.  In particular, microeconomic theory is used to analyze economic aspects of property, contracts, torts, and crime.

  
  • ECO 471 - Advanced Macroeconomics

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisites: ECO 362 , ECO 460 , ECO 363  or permission of the instructor)

    This course centers on the study of recent advances in macroeconomic analysis.  Topics include empirical macroeconomic analysis, open-economy macroeconomics, the role of expectations, economic policy and economic growth.

  
  • ECO 490 - Economics Seminar

    3 cr.
    Advanced study of a special area in economics.  Topics and prerequisites vary.
  
  • ECO/IB 351 - (D) Environment of International Business

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisites:  ECO 153 -ECO 154  or ECO 101 , junior standing)

    This course introduces the student to the growing field of international business, touching on the economic, social and political environments of international trade and multinational corporations.  International institutions and agencies that impact on international business are discussed and practical aspects of these topics are emphasized.

  
  • ECO/IB 375 - International Economics

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisites: ECO 153 -ECO 154  or ECO/IB 351  or permission of the instructor)

    This course explains the rationale for international trade and gains from trade and discusses various trade policies.  Topics covered in the course include: comparative advantage, free trade and trade restrictions (tariffs, quotas, etc.), the trade policy of the United States, exchange rates and their determinants, balance-of-payments analysis, and the significance of multinational corporations.

  
  • ECO/IB 375 - International Economics

    3 cr.
    (Prerequisites: ECO 153 -ECO 154  or ECO/IB 351  or permission of the instructor)

    This course explains the rationale for international trade and gains from trade and discusses various trade policies. Topics covered in the course include: comparative advantage, free trade and trade restrictions (tariffs, quotas, etc.), the trade policy of the United States, exchange rates and their determinants, balance-of-payments analysis and the significance of multinational corporations.
  
  • EDUC 113 - Reading-Research

    3 cr.
    A course designed to increase a student’s proficiency in reading and research.  The following skill areas will be covered: comprehension, vocabulary, expression, critical analysis, library and study skills. Students will be required to develop minimum computer competencies.  Lecture and laboratory approaches are utilized with the emphasis on individualized instruction.
  
  • EDUC 120 - (Q,W) Applied Statistics

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisite: WRTG 107 )

    This course is designed to enable students to use statistics to solve problems and to communicate clearly the procedures employed and the results obtained.  Students will be required to perform statistical computations and to write as a means of learning the course material.  Topics covered include hypothesis testing, correlation, t-test and Chi-square test.

  
  • EDUC 140 - (D) Introduction to Early Childhood Education

    3 cr.
    This course is an introductory overview of the theory, research, and practice of early childhood education with particular focus on the value of and strategies for creating a community of learners in the early childhood classroom.  Consideration will be given to the educational process from birth to age 9.
  
  • EDUC 142 - Exceptional Lives

    3 cr.
    A general overview of the field of special education, including historical background, philosophy, history, and legislation.  A survey of mental, physical and emotional disabilities and giftedness.  An overview of remedial and preventative educational practices with an emphasis on future directions.
  
  • EDUC 143 - Adolescent Physical and Social Development

    3 cr.
    This course will increase the student’s knowledge and awareness of human growth and development with an emphasis placed on the uniqueness of the adolescent years.  It will provide the preservice middle school teacher with knowledge of the historical background and current theories related to physical and social development in adolescents.
  
  • EDUC 221 - Middle Level Cognitive Development

    3 cr.
    This course explores the cognitive develop of middle level students.  It enables students to make explicit connections with middle level content areas, cognitive development, literacy, special education, and English Language Learning.  This course stresses individual research, reflective inquiry, and the creation of each educator’s individual philosophy of middle level education.
  
  • EDUC 222 - (W) Educational Psychology, PreK-4

    3 cr.
    This course examines the psychological basis of teaching strategies, classroom environment, learning, motivation, behavior, reinforcement, developmental theory and assessment for students, PreK-4.  This course includes an overview of the diagnostic categories of special needs students as well as cognitive skill development to ensure achievement of students with disabilities.
  
  • EDUC 223 - (W) Educational Psychology, GR 4-12

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisite: Clearances required) 

    This course examines the psychological basis of teaching strategies, classroom environment, learning, motivation, behavior, reinforcement, developmental theory and assessment for students, grades 4-12.   It includes an overview of the diagnostic categories of special needs students as well as cognitive skill development to ensure achievement of students with disabilities.  A field component of 20 hours of observation and exploration is part of the course expectations.

  
  • EDUC 224 - Integrating the Arts, Motor Development & Health for PreK-4

    3 cr.


    (Co-requisite: EDUC 140 )

    This course integrates concepts of fundamental elements and principles of art forms with an articulation of priorities for high quality, meaningful physical activity and physical education experiences that help children, Preschool to Grade 4.

  
  • EDUC 240 - Literacy Foundations for Preschool Level

    3 cr.


    (Co-requisite: EDUC 140 . Clearances required.)

    This introductory course to language and literacy development in children, birth through age five is based on theory and research.  The course not only explores the characteristics of early language and literacy development within different social and cultural environments but also explores early childhood language arts instructional strategies.  A field component of 15 hours of pre-student teaching is part of the course expectations.

  
  • EDUC 241 - Foundations of Reading, K-1

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisite: EDUC 240 . Clearances required.)

    This course provides an introduction to reading instruction at the Kindergarten/first grade level.  Knowledge, skills techniques and methods essential for effective reading instruction across phonemic-awareness, phonics, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension are examined.  A field component of 15 hours of pre-student teaching is part of the course expectations.   This is a service learning course.

  
  • EDUC 242 - Math for PreK-1

    3 cr.


    (Co-requisite: EDUC 140 )

    This course will help teachers analyze and become knowledgeable of the range and sequence of mathematical concepts, content and skills related to Pk-1 school mathematical topics and learning outcomes.  Teaching techniques will emphasize problem solving, discovery learning, hands-on math manipulatives, and real life experiences for young learners.

  
  • EDUC 245 - Interdisciplinary Assessment

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisite: EDUC 142 . Clearances required.)

    This course focuses on strategies, methods, and instruments for assessing all students in grades 4 through 8.  Theory to best practice linkages will be stressed for this student population.  A field component of 20 hours of observation and exploration is part of the course expectations.

  
  • EDUC 246 - Interdisciplinary Assessment for High School

    3 cr.


    (Co-requisite: Clearances required) 

    This course focuses on strategies, methods, and instruments for assessing all students in grades 7-12.  Theory to best practice linkages will be stressed for all student populations.  A field component is part of the course requirements.

  
  • EDUC 250 - Early Development and Intervention

    3 cr.


    (Co-requisites: EDUC 140 , EDUC 222 . Clearances required.)

    This course focuses on typical and atypical development (ages birth to 9): cognitive, motor, social-emotional, self-help, and language.  A twenty hour field experience in the PreK-4 special education environment will allow students the opportunity to design interventions for children who are demonstrating a developmental delay.

  
  • EDUC 252 - Assessment in Early Childhood Education

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisites: EDUC 140 , EDUC 250 , Required Clearances)

    This course will focus on observational and informal strategies, methods, and instruments for assessing the early learner’s development in the cognitive, psychomotor, and affective domains.  A field component of 20 hours of observation and exploration is part of the course expectations.  Includes 20 hours of field experience.  Appropriate clearances required.

  
  • EDUC 256 - Family and Community Relations

    3 cr.


    (Co-requisite: EDUC 140 )

    This course informs the PreK-4 teacher about family systems and the role of families in children’s development, and about strategies for becoming cross-culturally competent in their work with young children and their families.

  
  • EDUC 257 - Family Collaboration and Diversity

    3 cr.


    (Co-requisite: EDUC 140 )

    This course prepares the PreK-4 teacher to apply their understanding of children and families diversity, to know and understand strategies to partner with families, and to articulate strategies that link families to community resources.

  
  • EDUC 280 - Field Experience II

    1 cr.


    (Prerequisite: EDUC 223 )

    Students are introduced to types of planning and instruction.  Projects are carried out in local schools and agencies through observation, assisted instruction, and oral/written reports.  Required clearances:  PA criminal record, PA child abuse, FBI fingerprint, and TB test results.  A field component of 20 hours is required.  

  
  • EDUC 310 - Special Topics in Education

    1-3 cr.
    A series of courses dealing with specific educational issues, theories, ideologies, skills, methods, or other designated topics for individual or group study.  Course is offered in accord with student need.
  
  • EDUC 312 - The Secondary School Mathematics Curriculum

    3 cr.
    This course examines the strategies and content of mathematics curricula in the secondary school and attempts to compare them to major contemporary reform efforts.  The course includes a review of secondary-school (junior and senior high school) mathematics.
  
  • EDUC 313 - General Methods and Planning

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisite: EDUC 222 ; pre- or co-requisite for EDUC 380 )

    Methodology for setting direction in the classroom, creating a learning situation, developing the content, reinforcing and evaluating will be covered.  Students will be involved with developing plans for teaching.

  
  • EDUC 314 - Specific Subject Methods

    3 cr.
    Utilizing knowledge of planning and teaching, students are guided in the analysis of specific content and techniques for teaching that content.  They will demonstrate their ability to carry out plans in “micro” teaching experiences.  Includes service-learning component.
  
  • EDUC 339 - Math for Grades 2-4

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisite: EDUC 242 )

    This course helps teachers analyze and become knowledgeable of the range and sequence of mathematical concepts, content and skills related to Grades 2-4.  A variety of teaching techniques explored includes problem solving, an integration of hands-on math manipulatives, interdisciplinary planning, cooperative grouping, and the inductive teaching model.

  
  • EDUC 343 - Evaluation and Measurement

    3 cr.
    This course is an introduction to the practical methods of assessment used in an early learning classroom environment.  The knowledge, perspective, and skills presented will support preservice teachers in becoming intelligent users of educational assessments for all children.
  
  • EDUC 344 - Science for PreK-4

    3 cr.
    This course is designed to help teachers become knowledgeable of local, state, and national science standards and to incorporate those standards in their teaching of environment and ecology, physical sciences, life sciences, birth sciences, and scientific inquiry for young children in the PreK-4 classroom.
  
  • EDUC 346 - Social Studies for PreK-4

    3 cr.
    This course is designed to help teachers become knowledgeable of the state and national standards and thematic strands of social studies in the five overarching principles of citizenship, geography, history, economics, and civics/government.  This course focuses on developmentally appropriate practice for young learners in the PreK-4 student population.
  
  • EDUC 351 - Methods Across the Integrated Curriculum, PreK-1

    3 cr.


    (Pre- or Co-requisites: EDUC 344  or EDUC 346 , Required Clearances)

    Best practices in pedagogy for PreK-1 classrooms, including developmentally appropriate practices, play, authentic performance, and technology, informs part of this course.  Another part of the course allows students to engage in 60-hours of instructor-supervised practical experience in a PreK-1 classroom.

  
  • EDUC 357 - Methods Across the Integrated Curriculum, Primary Grades 2-4

    3 cr.


    (Pre-or C-requisites: EDUC 344  or EDUC 346 , Required Clearances)

    Best practices in pedagogy for Gr 2-4 classrooms, including developmentally appropriate practices, play, authentic performance, and technology, informs part of this course.  Another part of the course allows students to engage in 60-hours of instructor-supervised practical experience in a Gr. 2-4 classroom.

  
  • EDUC 358 - Reading to Learn with Trade Books & Texts, Primary Grades 2-4

    3 cr.
    An advanced course in reading. It provides additional instruction in working with older students who have not fully developed reading fundamentals. Independent reading, literature study, comprehension, word analysis, learning with textbooks and the reading/writing connection are all studied in depth.
  
  • EDUC 359 - Introduction to English Language Learning

    3 cr.
    This course introduces pre-service teachers to the challenges they will face when English language learners are members of their classes.  The class will address how to successfully accommodate and integrate these students into class activities and how to assist them in their academic and linguistic development. Students will develop a clearer understanding of the challenges these students face in and out of the school setting.
  
  • EDUC 360 - Assessment for the Middle School Curriculum

    3 cr.


    (Clearances required.) 

    This course emphasizes procedures of assessing middle school students.  Considering that student performance is variable and that assessments are planned and modified to meet the varied needs of students, this course will enable students to understand and apply best practices in using validated and reliable assessments that inform classroom practices.  A field component of 20 hours of pre-student teaching is part of the course expectations.

  
  • EDUC 361 - Reading to Learn with Trade Books and Texts, Gr. 4-8

    3 cr.
    This is an advanced course in reading.  It provides additional instruction in working with older students who have not fully developed reading fundamentals. Independent reading, literature study, comprehension, word analysis, learning with textbooks and trade books, and the reading/writing connection are all studied in depth.
  
  • EDUC 364 - (D) Inclusionary Classroom Practices

    3 cr.
    With emphasis on the special education teacher as one member of an educational team, students receive guidance in supporting students with disabilities, and the teacher, in the general education classroom as well as facilitating the acceptance and optimal learning of the student with disabilities in the general education environment.
  
  • EDUC 370 - Inclusionary Classroom Practices for Secondary Teachers

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisites: EDUC 142 , EDUC 223 ; Teacher Candidate Status, Co-requisite: Clearances required)

    Emphasis on the secondary teacher as a member of educational and co-teaching teams.  Students will utilize different learning strategies to support students with disabilities in the general education classroom.  A field component is part of the course requirements.

  
  • EDUC 371 - Literacy Strategies in Secondary School

    3 cr.
    This course is the study of the literacy strategies for speaking, listening, reading, writing, and viewing with emphasis placed on understanding and skills needed by all secondary school students in content areas.
  
  • EDUC 372 - Integrated Methods: Middle Level Math/Science

    3 cr.


    (Formerly EDUC 348) 

    This course is designed to provide the Middle School Grade 4-8 major with planning and instructional strategies necessary for exemplary science and mathematics both in distinct and in integrated methods of delivery.  An analysis of similarities and differences in content and standards within these disciplines will guide the study. This is a service learning course.

  
  • EDUC 373 - Integrated Methods: Middle Level Social Studies/Literacy

    3 cr.


    (Formerly EDUC 349)

    This course is designed to provide the Middle Level Grades 4 - 8 education major with planning and instructional strategies necessary for exemplary social studies and literacy instruction in the classroom.  Attention will be made to those strategies that might be used for integrated instruction as well as instruction of each area as separate and distinct disciplines.

  
  • EDUC 380 - Field Experience III

    1 cr.


    (Prerequisites: EDUC 280 )

    This course is closely associated with the methods courses in Secondary Education programs of study.  An emphasis is placed on studying teaching techniques and involvement in teacher activities in basic-education schools.   As a field experience course, appropriate clearances are required.

  
  • EDUC 445 - Professional Practice Seminar, PreK-4

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisites: EDUC 351 , EDUC 357 )

    In-depth study of the rationale, theories, and techniques for creating appropriate learning situations in PreK-4 environments and for handling individual and group behavioral problems in productive ways to meet the needs of all students. Scheduled with EDUC 445, EDUC 456  , EDUC 457  , EDUC 458  and EDUC 459  during the same student teaching semester.

  
  • EDUC 450 - Professional Practice Seminar, 4-8

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisite: EDUC 372  and EDUC 373 )

    In-depth study of the rationale, theories, and techniques for creating learning situations in Middle Level environments and for handling specific behavioral problems in productive ways to meet the needs of all students.  Scheduled during the same semester with EDUC 452 , EDUC 453 , EDUC 454  and EDUC 455  as a semester of student teaching. 

  
  • EDUC 452 - Planning in Middle Level Student Teaching (Gr. 4-8)

    2 cr.


    (Prerequisites: (1) All Education courses in the major; (2) Student Teaching application; (3) Teacher Education Committee approval; (4) Required Clearances: PA Child Abuse, PA Criminal Record; FBI Fingerprint, TB test result, and ACT 24 statement.) 

    Preparation of actual teaching plans during Middle Level (Gr. 4-8) student teaching requires an application to the Field Director, due March 1 or October 1 for Fall and Spring placements, respectively.  Current/valid clearances required: PA criminal record check; PA child abuse, FBI fingerprint, TB result and ACT 24 statement.

  
  • EDUC 453 - Instruction in Middle Level Student Teaching (Gr. 4-8)

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisites: (1) All Education courses in the major; (2) Student Teaching application; (3) Teacher Education Committee approval; (4) Required Clearances: PA Child Abuse, PA Criminal Record; FBI Fingerprint, TB test result, and ACT 24 statement) 

    Involvement in implementing methods and techniques.  Middle Level (Gr. 4-8) teaching on a full-time basis under the supervision of classroom teachers and University supervisors.

  
  • EDUC 454 - Managing Classrooms in Middle Level Student Teaching (Gr. 4-8)

    2 cr.
    (Prerequisites: (1) All Education courses in the major; (2) Student Teaching application; (3) Teacher Education Committee approval; (4) Required Clearances: PA Child Abuse, PA Criminal Record; FBI Fingerprint, TB test result, and ACT 24 statement.)

    Involvement in the management of learning situations during Middle Level (Gr. 4-8) student teaching.
  
  • EDUC 455 - Professional Growth in Middle Level Student Teaching (Gr. 4-8)

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisite(s: (1) All Education courses in the major; (2) Student Teaching application; (3) Teacher Education Committee approval; (4) Required Clearances: PA Child Abuse, PA Criminal Record; FBI Fingerprint, TB test result, and ACT 24 statement) 

    The demonstration of professional growth during student teaching as evidenced by professional behavior and skills, a commitment to improvement, and ability to relate to others.  This will include attendance and participation in a weekly seminar to analyze and discuss professional considerations and student teaching problems.  Includes service-learning component.

  
  • EDUC 456 - Planning in Early/Primary (PreK-4) Student Teaching

    2 cr.
    Preparation of actual teaching plans during early/primary grades (PreK4) student teaching.  Student teaching requires an application to the Field Director, due March 1 or October 1 for Fall and Spring placements, respectively.  Current state police clearance, child abuse clearance, FBI fingerprint clearance, TB result, and ACT 24 statement are required.
  
  • EDUC 457 - Instruction in Early/Primary (PreK-4) Student Teaching

    3 cr.
    Involvement in implementing methods and techniques.  Early/primary (PreK-4) student teaching on a full-time basis under the supervision of classroom teachers and University supervisors.
  
  • EDUC 458 - Managing Classrooms in Early/Primary (PreK-4) Student Teaching

    2 cr.
    Involvement in the management of learning situations during early/primary (PreK-4) student teaching.
  
  • EDUC 459 - Professional Growth in Early/Primary (PreK-4) Student Teaching

    3 cr.
    The demonstration of professional growth during student teaching as evidenced by professional behavior and skills, a commitment to improvement, and ability to relate to others.  This will include attendance and participation in a weekly seminar to analyze and discuss professional considerations and student-teaching problems.  Includes service-learning component.
  
  • EDUC 475 - Professional Seminar

    3 cr.
    In-depth study of the rationale, theories, and techniques for creating a situation where learning can take place and for handling specific individual and group behavior problems in productive ways. EDUC 475, EDUC 476 , EDUC 477 , EDUC 478  and EDUC 479  must be scheduled during the same semester.  Collectively, they comprise a semester of student teaching.
  
  • EDUC 476 - Planning in Secondary Student Teaching

    2 cr.
    Preparation of actual teaching plans during secondary student teaching. Application to field director required.  EDUC 475 , EDUC 476, EDUC 477 , EDUC 478  and EDUC 479  must be scheduled during the same semester.  Collectively, they comprise a semester of student teaching.  Appropriate clearances are required.
  
  • EDUC 477 - Instruction in Secondary Student Teaching

    3 cr.
    Involvement in implementing methods and techniques.  Secondary student teaching on a full-time basis under the supervision of classroom teachers and University supervisors.  EDUC 475 , EDUC 476 , EDUC 477, EDUC 478  and EDUC 479  must be scheduled during the same semester.  Collectively, they comprise a semester of student teaching.
  
  • EDUC 478 - Managing Classrooms in Secondary Student Teaching

    2 cr.
    Involvement in the management of learning situations during secondary student teaching.  EDUC 475 , EDUC 476 , EDUC 477 , EDUC 478 and EDUC 479  must be scheduled during the same semester. Collectively, they comprise a semester of student teaching.
  
  • EDUC 479 - Professional Growth in Secondary Student Teaching

    3 cr.
    The demonstration of professional growth during student teaching as evidenced by professional behavior and skills, a commitment to improvement, and ability to relate to others.  This will include attendance and participation in a weekly seminar to analyze and discuss professional considerations and student-teaching problems.  Includes service-learning component.  EDUC 475 , EDUC 476 , EDUC 477 , EDUC 478  and EDUC 479 must be scheduled during the same semester.  Collectively, they comprise a semester of student teaching.
  
  • EE 241 - Circuit Analysis

    4 cr.


    (Prerequisites: PHYS 141/141L , MATH 221 )

    Analysis of resistive networks, sources, op-amps, capacitors and inductors.  Kirchoff’s Laws, Mesh and Nodal Analysis, Superposition, and Thevenin-Norton equivalent circuits.   Transient responses of RC, RL, and RLC circuits. AC steady state.  Computer assisted solutions using Multisim and Maple. Three hours lecture and two hours laboratory.

  
  • EE 243L - Digital System Design Laboratory

    1 cr.
    Introduction to the design, construction and testing of digital logic circuits.  Most of the major components of a computer will be investigated.  Use of computer program to draw circuits and designs.Two hours laboratory.
  
  • EE 343 - Electronic Circuits I

    4 cr.
    (Prerequisite: EE 241 )

    Modeling, analysis, and applications of semiconductor diodes, bipolar junction and field-effect transistors in analog circuits.  Analysis of non-ideal op-amps.  Amplifier biasing, small-signal analysis, design and frequency response.  Elementary bipolar and MOSFET logic circuits.  Circuit simulation using Multisim.  Introduction to LabView software.  Three hours lecture and two hours lab. 

     

  
  • EE 344 - Electronic Circuits II

    4 cr.


    (Prerequisite: EE 343 )

    Advanced transistor amplifier analysis and design, feedback effects.  Introduction to transistor level design of CMOS op-amp and digital circuits.  Design and analysis of power amplifiers, analog filters, oscillators, A/D and D/A converters, and electronic sensors.  Extensive use of Multisim for circuit simulation.  Design project using LabView.  Three hours lecture and two hours lab.

  
  • EE 346 - Digital Signal Processing

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisites: EE 241 , E/CE 240 )

    A study of discrete-time signals and systems, convolution, z-transform, discrete Fourier transform, and FFT algorithms.  Analysis and design techniques for digital filters and their realizations.  Emphasis will be on the use of computer-aided interactive digital-signal processing programs for several projects on signal analysis and filter design. Three hours lecture.

  
  • EE 447 - Electromagnetics I

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisite: PHYS 270 ; pre- or co-requisite: ENGR 350 )

    Analytic treatment of electrical and magnetic theory; vector calculus of electrostatic fields; dielectric materials; vector calculus of magnetic fields.  (Credit cannot be earned for EE 447 and PHYS 447 .)

  
  • EE 448 - Electromagnetics II

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisite: EE 447 )

    Magnetic materials, electromagnetic induction, displacement currents, Maxwell’s equations; radiation and waves; applications include transmission lines, wave guides, and antennas. (Credit cannot be earned for EE 448 and PHYS 448 .)

  
  • EE 448L - Electromagnetics Design Laboratory

    1 cr.
    (Co-requisite: EE 448 )

    Laboratory designed to emphasize and reinforce the experimental basis of electromagnetism. Multi-week projects require the student to perform experiments that measure fundamental electrical constants, the electrical and magnetic properties of matter, and the properties of electromagnetic waves. Two hours laboratory.  (Credit cannot be earned for EE 448L and PHYS 448L .)
  
  • EE 449 - Computer Interfacing

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisites: EE 344 )

    Microprocessor programming and interfacing; data acquisition, manipulation and transmission; microprocessor support devices and common computer interfaces.  Periodic written and oral presentations are required. One hour lecture and three hours laboratory.

  
  • EE 450 - Control Systems

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisite: EE 241 )

    Models of physical systems using Laplace transforms and state variable methods. Structure of control systems, block diagram reduction, transfer functions.  System transient characteristics and steady-state error, disturbance rejection, and sensitivity.  Control system analysis; stability, root locus, Bode and Nyquist methods.  Simulation and design using MATLAB.  Three hours lecture.
     

  
  • EE 451 - Communication Systems

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisites: ENGR 350 ; pre-or co-requisite: EE 344 )

    An understanding of the basic concepts and principles of analog and digital communication systems and performance of these systems in the presence of noise.  Qualitative and quantitative analysis as well as computer tools (MATLAB) will be employed in solving selected communication theory and systems problems.  Three hours lecture.

  
  • EE 454 - Robotics Design Project and Professional Practice

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisites: EE 449 , EE 450 )

    Students design a self-contained intelligent robot required to carry out a complex task.  Each project involves creative conception, design, development, evaluation, economic constraints, reliability and safety.  Written and oral presentations. Three hours lecture.

  
  • EE 484 - Superconductivity Devices and Circuits

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisites: EE 447 ,  )

    A course designed for students with interest in super-conductivity.  Strong background in calculus, electromagnetics and solid-state devices is necessary.  Topics to be discussed: perfect conductivity, the classical model of superconductivity, and direct applications; the quantum model of super-conductivity, Josephson junctions and super-conducting devices (SQUIDs).  Group projects (literature search and brief presentations at the end of the term) are assigned.

  
  • ENGR 250 - Engineering Mechanics-Statics

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisite: PHYS 140/140L ; pre- or co-requisite: MATH 221 )

    Various types of force systems; resultants and conditions of translational and rotational equilibrium; stress analysis of the parts of different types of structures by graphical, algebraic and vector methods; frictional forces; centroids and second moments of areas of solids. Three hours lecture.

  
  • ENGR 251 - Engineering Mechanics-Dynamics

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisite: ENGR 250 ; pre- or co-requisite: MATH 222 )

    Kinematics of particles and rigid bodies which include linear, curvilinear, angular and relative motions; inertia forces, impulse, momentum, work, energy and power; mechanical vibrations. Three hours lecture.

  
  • ENGR 252 - Photonic & Power Solid State Devices

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisites: PHYS 141/141L , MATH 221 )

    The crystalline state of matter, band theory of semiconductors, semiconductor statistics, carrier drift and diffusion, impurities in semiconductors, electron generation-recombination processes, p-n junctions, optical absorption and optical devices; solar cells, photodectors, light emitting diodes, laser diodes, solid state lasers, power diodes, power MOSFET’s, Thyristors.  Three hours lecture.

  
  • ENGR 253L - An Introduction to Computer-Aided Design

    1 cr.


    (Prerequisites: MATH 114 , CMPS 134 )

    This course is an introduction to the methods of drafting and design using computer-aided techniques.  Topics to be covered include plane geometry construction, projection theory, sectional views, dimensioning, tolerancing and the development of working drawings.  Extensive use will be made of commercially available CAD software packages. Two hours laboratory.

  
  • ENGR 254L - 3D Computer-aided Design

    1 cr.


    (Prerequisite: ENGR 253L )

    Advanced computer aided design lab with emphasis on three-dimensional techniques.  Topics include wireframe and solid modeling, rendering and Boolean operations and use of a finite-element program for mechanical analysis of CAD designs.  Extensive use will be made of commercially available software packages. Two hours laboratory.

  
  • ENGR 350 - Applied and Engineering Mathematics

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisite: MATH 222, PHYS 141) 

    An applied course featuring first and second-order differential equations with constant coefficients; Fourier series, Fourier transforms, and Laplace Transforms; Partial differential equations and boundary value problems; special functions including Bessel functions and Legendre polynomials.  MAPLE software is utilized.  (Credit cannot be earned for ENGR 350 and PHYS 350 .) Three hours lecture.

  
  • ENGR 352 - Statistical and Engineering Thermodynamics

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisite: PHYS 270 )

    Derivation of Thermodynamics from probability theory and atomic physics; Laws of Thermodynamics; Maxwell relations; chemical potential and phase changes; refrigerators and heat pumps; theory of gasses and theory of solids.  Special topics dependent upon interests of majors represented.  (Credit cannot be earned for ENGR 352 and PHYS 352 .) Three hours lecture.

  
  • ENLT 103 - Children’s Literature

    3 cr.
    A broad study of literature for children since 1800, with the emphasis on American works since 1950, including aesthetic consideration of the art and design of picture books.  Works for children up to the age of 12 are considered.
  
  • ENLT 110 - History of Cinema

    3 cr.
    A study of the historical development of motion pictures.  Practitioners in America and throughout the world are treated in this concise history of cinema.  Film screening fee.
  
  • ENLT 111 - The Art of Cinema

    3 cr.
    The study of the artists, technicians and businessmen who make films.  Taped interviews of internationally famous filmmakers, as well as an analytic scrutiny of modern films, develop students’ intelligent, active participation in the major art form in modern culture.  Film screening fee.
  
  • ENLT 112 - Film Genres

    3 cr.
    A study of popular film genres (i.e., the western, the thriller, the musical, the historical epic, the woman’s picture) as they developed and changed in the U.S. and abroad.  Film screening fee.
  
  • ENLT 113 - Film Criticism

    3 cr.
    A study of the grammar, poetics, rhetoric, and aesthetic of film criticism constitutes the heart of this course.  Film screening fee.
  
  • ENLT 120 - (CL) Introduction to Fiction

    3 cr.
    An exploration of the nature of prose fiction, its elements and techniques.  The emphasis is critical rather than historical.  The range of works and the specific selections may vary with the individual instructor.
 

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