Sep 27, 2024  
2019 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2019 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses


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For more information about courses or to request a copy of a course syllabus, contact the Academic School that offers the course.  

 

Educational Foundations and Literacy

  
  • EDFL 4973 - Classroom Management in Content Areas (1)

    Provides information to help students develop proactive strategies to manage the classroom environment and student behavior in their specific content area. Emphasis is placed on the students’ development of a personal and unique classroom management plan. National & international standards and best teaching practices form the basis as stated by the Interstate New Teacher Assessment and Support Consortium (INTASC).

    This is a professional education course.
  
  • EDFL 4974 - Content Specific Assessment (1)

    Instruction in the design and use of content specific formative and summative assessment strategies to promote student learning and facilitate instructional decision making. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education Program.

    This is a professional education course.

Electronics Engineering Technology

Some EET courses have a zero-credit laboratory requirement. The majority of the EET courses utilize an open lab system (where the student is expected to complete laboratory work by the instructor’s due date on his/her own time, as class schedules and lab equipment availability permit).

  
  • EET 2300 - Calculus for Electronics Engineering Technology (3)

    Methods of integration, partial derivatives, double integrals, derivatives and integrals in polar coordinates; empirical curve fitting, power series expansions, first and second-order differential equations; and use of software. Prerequisite(s): TECH 2040 .

  
  • EET 2320 - Advanced Digital Circuitry (3)

    Design of sequential networks, iterative networks, sequential networks with MSI integrated circuits, sequential networks using PLDs, state machines, asynchronous sequential networks, use of software for design analysis. Prerequisite(s): ET 1050 .

  
  • EET 2330 - Transform Analysis (3)

    Waveform analysis, Laplace transforms and their application to circuit analysis; Fourier analysis, use of z-transforms in discrete-time systems, and analysis software. Prerequisite(s): TECH 2040  or MATH 1131 ; and ET 2048 .

  
  • EET 3034 - Electronic Instruments and Measurements (4: 3 lecture, 1 lab)

    Design, operation and calibration of a variety of test instruments. Emphasis will be upon measurement procedures not normally practiced in introductory electronics courses. Prerequisite(s): ET 1050  or ET 2048  or concurrently. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • EET 3048 - Control of Electrical Machinery (4: 3 lecture, 1 lab)

    Analysis and application of electrical and electronic controls for industrial equipment. Programmable Logic Controllers are emphasized as well as techniques in engineering design. Prerequisite(s): ET 1010  or ET 1027  or consent of instructor. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • EET 3310 - Microprocessor Systems Design (3)

    Microprocessor/microcontroller internal architectures and timing; single and multiprocessor bus structures; memory subsystem design, designing polled I/O hardware/firmware, interrupt driven I/O hardware/firmware design, DMA, design of multiprocessor systems, segmentation and memory management, bit-sliced architectures, and use of manufacturer data sheets and application notes. Prerequisite(s): TECH 2040  and ET 2060 .

  
  • EET 3320 - Introduction to Data Communications (3)

    Fundamentals of data transmission, data encoding, multiplexing techniques, circuit and packet switching; local area networking, ISDN, frame relay, ATM, local area networking, and protocol analysis. Prerequisite(s): ET 2060 , EET 2330  or concurrently.

  
  • EET 3330 - Introduction to Communication Systems (3)

    Signal spectra, noise, AM transmitters, AM superheterodyne receivers, sideband systems, frequency modulation, phase modulation, phase-locked loops, FM transceivers, transmission lines, waveguides, radiowave propagation, antennas, and use of CAE software. Prerequisite(s): EET 2330  and EET 3310 .

  
  • EET 3340 - Control Systems Design (3)

    Introduction to analog control systems analysis and design including control system components, models of physical systems, state-variable models, system responses, control system characteristics, stability analysis, and use of CAE software. Prerequisite(s): ET 2058 , EET 2300  or concurrently, and EET 2330 .

  
  • EET 4300 - Special Projects in Electronics Engineering Technology (1-3)

    Investigation of contemporary problems and issues in electronics engineering technology by selected individuals or groups. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 semester hours.

  
  • EET 4320 - Advanced Control Systems Design (3)

    Root-locus analysis and design; frequency response, modern control design, discrete-time systems, sampled-data systems, analysis and design of digital control systems; an introduction to nonlinear system analysis, and use of CAE software for the design, analysis, and simulation of control systems. Prerequisite(s): EET 3310  and EET 3340 .

  
  • EET 4330 - Digital Signal Processing Systems Design (3)

    An introduction to the engineering fundamentals of digital signal processing. Emphasis is placed on the design, implementation, and testing of finite impulse response filters, infinite impulse response filters, adaptive digital filters, and sampling rate converter-decimators using DSP software design packages. Prerequisite(s): ET 2065 , EET 2320 , EET 2330 , and EET 3310 .


Electronics Technology

Some ET courses have a zero-credit laboratory requirement. Labs are scheduled for ET 1010  ET 1026  ET 1050  ET 2048  ET 2058  ET 2060  ET 3014  ET 3020 . The majority of the remaining ET courses utilize an open lab system (where the student is expected to complete laboratory work by the instructor’s due date on his/her own time, as class schedules and lab equipment availability permit).

  
  • ET 1010 - Applied Electricity (4: 3 lecture, 1 lab)

    Provides basic theory together with appropriate lab experiences for introductory technical training in electrical principles including basic circuits, Ohm’s Law, A.C. and D.C. theory, as well as generation and application of electrical energy. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ET 1020 - General Electronics (3)

    A general overview of several areas of electronics including the study of electronic measurements, active and passive devices, receiver and transmitter theory, basic digital theory, and electronic controls. Prerequisite(s): Not open to electronics majors or minors. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ET 1026 - DC Circuit Analysis (4: 3 lecture, 1 lab)

    Analysis and application of D.C. principles to passive networks. Laboratory experience in the use of basic test instruments. Prerequisite(s):  MATH 1111  may be taken concurrently. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ET 1027 - AC Circuit Analysis (3)

    Designed to provide an introduction to the fundamental laws of the sine-wave alternating current source. Applications of AC principles with regard to resistive, reactive, and complex impedance circuits will be analyzed. Phasor analysis of series, parallel, and series-parallel impedances, resonance, and filter circuits will be analyzed. Electronic Computer Aided Software will be used to analyze selected passive component circuits. Prerequisite(s): ET 1010 . An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ET 1050 - Digital Principles and Applications (3: 2 lecture, 1 lab)

    Binary numbers, logic gates, Boolean algebra, parity generation and detection, arithmetic circuits, flip-flops and latches, and troubleshooting digital circuits using current industry standard techniques. Prerequisite(s): ET 1010 . An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ET 2048 - Active Electronic Devices (4: 3 lecture, 1 lab)

    Theory, operation, and analysis of Integrated Active Devices and Discrete Semiconductor Active Devices. Basic digital and common analog circuit configurations. Prerequisite(s): ET 1027  or concurrently. An additional fee is associated with this course. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ET 2058 - Operational Amplifiers-Theory and Applications (4: 3 lecture, 1 lab)

    A study of integrated circuit operational amplifiers, their characteristics and a wide range of applications. Construction and testing of numerous circuits. Prerequisite(s): ET 2048 . An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ET 2060 - Microprocessors: Theory and Application (3: 2 lecture, 1 lab)

    The fundamental concepts of microprocessors including software development and hardware design. Design of input/output interface circuits together with numerous applications to industrial controls. Prerequisite(s): ET 1010  or ET 1050  or concurrently. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ET 2065 - Computer Programming for Electronics Technology (3)

    The purpose of this course is to provide an introduction to the programming skills and practices needed to develop high-level software. C++ language is being taught because of its extremely wide usage in industry. Students will write, compile, troubleshoot, and demonstrate a variety of homework/assignments to enhance the understanding of programming concepts. Prerequisite(s): ET 1050  or concurrently. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ET 3014 - Analog-Digital Circuitry (4: 3 lecture, 1 lab)

    Counters, shift registers, monostable multivibrators, memories, A/D and D/A converters, phase-locked loops, digital simulation software, and troubleshooting digital circuits using current industry standard techniques. Prerequisite(s): ET 1050 . An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ET 3017 - Programmable Logic Controllers (4: 3 lecture, 1 lab)

    Analysis of selected industrial controls and components to include transducers, sensors, time delay circuits, motor controls, and thyristors. Emphasis on commercial programmable logic controller installation and programming. Practical applications of industrial electronic devices and systems and further development of troubleshooting skills. Prerequisite(s): ET 1010  or ET 1026 . An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ET 3020 - Circuit Analysis and Implementation (3: 2 lecture, 1 lab)

    Research, analyze, and construct a variety of circuits using state-of-the-art technologies. Students will use the internet and published materials to construct projects. Prerequisite(s): ET 2048  or consent of instructor. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ET 3022 - AC and DC Machines (4: 3 lecture, 1 lab)

    Basic principles of alternating and direct current motors and generators including construction, theory of operation, industrial uses and maintenance considerations. Prerequisite(s): ET 3017 . An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ET 3038 - Audio Systems (4: 3 lecture, 1 lab)

    Principles of sound and acoustics: audio amplifiers, microphones, speakers, mixers, and equalizers; magnetic tape and disc recording; audio measurement techniques. Prerequisite(s): ET 2048 . An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ET 3041 - Communication Systems (3)

    Provides a study of receiver and transmitter circuits and systems. Modulation methods, signal propagation, and antenna design. In class practical laboratory exercises will include alignment, measurement, and troubleshooting techniques. Additionally students will be introduced to digital signal processing and microwave technology. Prerequisite(s): ET 2048  or concurrently. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ET 4000 - Special Projects in Electronics Technology (1-3)

    Investigation of contemporary problems and issues in electronics technology by selected individuals or groups. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 semester hours. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ET 4014 - Advanced Technical Problems in Electronics (1-4)

    Individual/group work on recent developments and advanced technical concepts. Experimentation and technical exploration of content not available through formal course offerings. May be repeated for a maximum of 8 semester hours. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ET 4031 - Introduction to Process Control (4: 3 lecture, 1 lab)

    Implementation, evaluation, tuning and troubleshooting of process control systems. Selection of sensing devices and final control elements. Emphasis on laboratory activities. Application of microprocessor-based systems including programmable controllers. Prerequisite(s): ET 3017 . An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ET 4044 - Video Systems (4: 3 lecture, 1 lab)

    Television cameras and the composite video signal. VHF, UHF, cable, and satellite TV distribution systems. Television receiver and monitor circuitry and troubleshooting techniques. Prerequisite(s): ET 2048 . An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ET 4048 - Advanced Communication Systems (4: 3 lecture, 1 lab)

    Mobile radio repeater systems and signaling modes; spread spectrum communications; commercial broadcast installations; microwave signal sources; amplifiers; waveguides and cavities; antennas and radar systems. Prerequisite(s): ET 3041 . An additional fee is associated with this course.


Elementary and Early Childhood Education

  
  • ECEL 2110 - Diversity and Social Justice GE (3)

    Provides an analysis of social justice with an emphasis on cultural interaction to better understand human diversity issues, diverse perspectives, one another, and one’s own sense of self.

    UCM General Education Competency: This course fulfills Knowledge Competency #9 and Foundational Skills Competency #4 in the Engagement area of the UCM General Education Program.

    This is a professional education course.
  
  • ECEL 2510 - Concepts in Elementary Social Studies I (3)

    An investigation of social studies concepts taught in the elementary grades including American and world history prior to the Civil War, the American government system, and basic geography skills. Effective teaching and assessment practices for elementary social studies will be introduced. Prerequisite(s): EDFL 2100 , EDFL 2240 , EDSP 2100 , and FLDX 2150  or concurrently.

    This is a professional education course.
  
  • ECEL 2520 - Concepts in Elementary Social Studies II (3)

    An investigation of social studies concepts taught in the elementary grades including American and world history after the Civil War, the geography of U.S. regions, and economics. Effective teaching and assessment practices for elementary social studies will be introduced. Prerequisite(s): EDFL 2100 EDFL 2240 , EDSP 2100 , and FLDX 2150  or concurrently.

  
  • ECEL 2610 - Life & Earth Science for Teachers (3)

    An inquiry driven course in life sciences (biology and applied earth/space sciences) consistent with national, state, and local standards designed for teacher candidates and content standards for elementary grades. Prerequisite(s): EDFL 2100 EDFL 2240 , EDSP 2100  and FLDX 2150  or concurrently; general education science with lab.

    This is a professional education course.
  
  • ECEL 2620 - Physical Science and Engineering Design for Teachers (3)

    An inquiry driven course in physical science and applied engineering design consistent with national, state and local standards designed for teacher candidates and content standards for elementary grades. Prerequisite(s): EDFL 2100 EDFL 2240 , EDSP 2100 , and FLDX 2150  or concurrently; general education science with lab.

  
  • ECEL 2830 - Early Childhood Principles and Observation (3)

    Provides students a critical understanding concerning the application of educational principles in order to make professional decisions about young children (birth-8). Requires a minimum of 30 hours of practical experience.

    This is a professional education course.
  
  • ECEL 2850 - Integration of Arts & Movement in Early Childhood and Elementary Classrooms (3)

    Designed to extend the knowledge base of teacher candidates receiving certification in birth-6th grade by focusing on integrating the arts (art, music, drama), movement, and physical education into content specific instruction. Students will develop the knowledge, skills, and strategies needed to incorporate creative expression of art, drama, music and movement into the early childhood/elementary classroom integrated curriculum. Prerequisite(s): EDFL 2100  and EDFL 2240 .

    This is a professional education course.
  
  • ECEL 2900 - Technology in Education Seminar I (1)

    Will provide pre-service teachers introduction to, demonstration of, and practice with technology used in education in a workshop format. Topics change to reflect current instructional technology practices.

    This is a professional education course.
  
  • ECEL 2901 - Technology in Education Seminar II (1)

    Will provide pre-service teachers introduction to, demonstration of, and practice with technology used in education in a workshop format. Topics change to reflect current instructional technology practices in schools and ethical use of technology.

    This is a professional education course.
  
  • ECEL 3100 - Early Childhood Assessment and Screening (2)

    Part of the integrated content methods block for early childhood. Clinical Program Block I for early childhood education must be taken with no exceptions or substitutions. An integrative approach to understanding the development of and teaching the early childhood learner (preK-K) which includes a focus on the interdependence of language and literacy development; methods and concepts in the content areas of communication arts, mathematics, social studies/economics, and science education; and early childhood assessment and screening. The teacher candidate will learn methods of assessment, observation, enrichment and intervention while working in a preschool or kindergarten environment. Competencies related to teaching strategies, content, technology, differentiation, skills, attitudes, evaluative devices, and assessments will be modeled and practiced in the corequisite practicum experience. Prerequisite(s): application to Clinical Pathway, completion of Clinical Candidate Expectations Contract, 2.75 cumulative GPA, 3.00 major GPA, and current and clear background check.

    This is a professional education course.
  
  • ECEL 3150 - Early Childhood Practicum (2)

    Part of the integrated content methods block for early childhood. Competencies related to teaching strategies, content, technology, differentiation, skills, attitudes, evaluative devices, and assessments will be practiced in a preK-K field placement. Prerequisite(s): EDFL 2100 EDFL 2240 , EDSP 2100 , FLDX 2150 , and departmental consent. Corequisite(s): ECEL 3830  and ECEL 3850 . An additional fee is associated with this course.

    This is a professional education course.
  
  • ECEL 3151 - Young Learner Practicum (Grades 1-3) (2)

    Part of the integrated content methods block for the young learner (grades 1-3). Competencies related to teaching strategies, content, technology, differentiation, skills, attitudes, evaluative devices, and assessments will be practiced in a Grades 1-3 field placement. Prerequisite(s): EDFL 2100 EDFL 2240 , EDSP 2100 , FLDX 2150 , and departmental consent. Corequisite(s): ECEL 3310 , ECEL 3510 ECEL 3610 , and ECEL 3810 . An additional fee is associated with this course.

    This is a professional education course.
  
  • ECEL 3152 - Intermediate Learner Practicum (Grades 4-6) (2)

    Part of the integrated content methods block for the intermediate learner (grades 4-6). Competencies related to teaching strategies, content, technology, differentiation, skills, attitudes, evaluative devices, and assessments will be practiced in a Grades 4-6 field placement. Prerequisite(s): EDFL 2100 EDFL 2240 , EDSP 2100 , FLDX 2150 , and departmental consent. Corequisite(s):  ECEL 3320 ECEL 3520 ECEL 3620 , and ECEL 3820 . An additional fee is associated with this course.

    This is a professional education course.
  
  • ECEL 3220 - The Teaching of Language Arts (3)

    An integrative approach to teaching the communication arts of reading, writing, listening, and speaking in the elementary curriculum. Prerequisite(s): cumulative GPA of 2.50; EDFL 2100  and EDFL 2240  and FLDX 2150 .

    This is a professional education course.
  
  • ECEL 3225 - Acquisition of Language and Literacy (3)

    Emphasizes the theories and sequence of normal language acquisition and skills, as well as attitudes and methods of developing, promoting and managing emergent literacy instruction.  Candidates should enroll in this course concurrently with the first clinical block. Prerequisite(s): EDFL 2100 , EDFL 2240 , EDSP 2100  and FLDX 2150 .

    This is a professional education course.
  
  • ECEL 3230 - Teaching English Language Arts in the Elementary Classroom (3)

    An integrative approach to teaching the communication arts of reading, writing, listening, and speaking in the elementary curriculum. Prerequisite(s): cumulative GPA of 2.75;ECEL 3225 .

    This is a professional education course.
  
  • ECEL 3300 - Literacy and Communication Arts for Early Childhood (1)

    An integrative approach to understanding the development of and teaching the early childhood learner (preK-K) which includes a focus on the interdependence of language and literacy development; methods and concepts in the content areas of communication arts, mathematics, social studies/economics, and science education; and early childhood assessment and screening. The teacher candidate will learn methods of assessment, observation, enrichment and intervention while working in a preschool or kindergarten environment. Competencies related to teaching strategies, content, technology, differentiation, skills, attitudes, evaluative devices, and assessments will be modeled and practiced in the corequisite practicum experience. Prerequisite(s): application to Clinical Pathway, completion of Clinical Candidate Expectations Contract, 2.75 cumulative GPA, 3.00 major GPA, and current and clear background check. Corequisite(s): ECEL 3100 , ECEL 3150 , ECEL 3400 , ECEL 3500 , ECEL 3600  and ECEL 3800 .

    This is a professional education course.
  
  • ECEL 3310 - Literacy and Communication Arts for the Young Learner (2)

    Part of the integrated content methods block for the young learner (grades 1-3). Candidates will develop an understanding of the skills of reading, writing, speaking, listening, viewing and visually representing and the means to integrate these skills across the curriculum in grades 1 - 3.  Prerequisite(s): EDFL 2100 EDFL 2240 , EDSP 2100 , FLDX 2150 , and departmental consent. Corequisite(s): ECEL 3151 , ECEL 3510 , ECEL 3610  and ECEL 3810 .

    This is a professional education course.
  
  • ECEL 3320 - Literacy and Communication Arts for the Intermediate Learner (2)

    Part of the integrated content methods block for the intermediate learner (grades 4-6). Candidates will develop an understanding of the skills of reading, writing, speaking, listening, viewing and visually representing and the means to integrate these skills across the curriculum in grades 4 - 6.  Prerequisite(s): EDFL 2100 , EDFL 2240 , EDSP 2100 FLDX 2150 , and departmental consent. Corequisite(s): ECEL 3152 , ECEL 3520 , ECEL 3620  and ECEL 3820 .

    This is a professional education course.
  
  • ECEL 3400 - Language Development (2)

    An integrative approach to understanding the development of and teaching the early childhood learner (preK-K) which includes a focus on the interdependence of language and literacy development; methods and concepts in the content areas of communication arts, mathematics, social studies/economics, and science education; and early childhood assessment and screening. The teacher candidate will learn methods of assessment, observation, enrichment and intervention while working in a preschool or kindergarten environment. Competencies related to teaching strategies, content, technology, differentiation, skills, attitudes, evaluative devices, and assessments will be modeled and practiced in the corequisite practicum experience. Prerequisite(s): application to Clinical Pathway, completion of Clinical Candidate Expectations Contract, 2.75 cumulative GPA, 3.00 major GPA, and current and clear background check. Corequisite(s): ECEL 3100 , ECEL 3150 , ECEL 3300 , ECEL 3500 , ECEL 3600  and ECEL 3800 .

    This is a professional education course.
  
  • ECEL 3430 - Strategies for Teaching Elementary Social Studies & Science (2)

    The purpose of this course is to provide pre-service teachers with teaching methods, content, skills, attitudes, evaluative devices and assessment related to social studies and science education competencies. Prerequisite(s): EDFL 2100 , EDFL 2240 , POLS 1510 , and HIST 1350  or HIST 1351 .

    This is a professional education course.
  
  • ECEL 3468 - Community, School and Family Connections (3)

    Focuses on the interactions among community, school and family systems relative to existing and emerging paradigms. Prerequisite(s): EDFL 2100 EDFL 2240 , EDSP 2100 , FLDX 2150 .

    This is a professional education course.
  
  • ECEL 3500 - Social Studies for Early Childhood (1)

    An integrative approach to understanding the development of and teaching the early childhood learner (preK-K) which includes a focus on the interdependence of language and literacy development; methods and concepts in the content areas of communication arts, mathematics, social studies/economics, and science education; and early childhood assessment and screening. The teacher candidate will learn methods of assessment, observation, enrichment and intervention while working in a preschool or kindergarten environment. Competencies related to teaching strategies, content, technology, differentiation, skills, attitudes, evaluative devices, and assessments will be modeled and practiced in the corequisite practicum experience. Prerequisite(s): application to Clinical Pathway, completion of Clinical Candidate Expectations Contract, 2.75 cumulative GPA, 3.00 major GPA, and current and clear background check. Corequisite(s): ECEL 3100 , ECEL 3150 , ECEL 3300 , ECEL 3400 , ECEL 3600  and ECEL 3800 .

    This is a professional education course.
  
  • ECEL 3510 - Social Studies and Economics for the Young Learner (1)

    Part of the integrated content methods block for the young learner (grades 1-3). Candidates will develop an understanding of the social studies and economics concepts taught in grades 1-3 and the means to integrate these skills across the curriculum. Prerequisite(s): EDFL 2100 EDFL 2240 EDSP 2100 FLDX 2150 , and departmental consent. Corequisite(s): ECEL 3151 , ECEL 3310 , ECEL 3610  and ECEL 3810 .

    This is a professional education course.
  
  • ECEL 3520 - Social Studies and Economics for the Intermediate Learner (1)

    Part of the integrated content methods block for the young learner (grades 4-6). Candidates will develop an understanding of the social studies and economics concepts taught in grades 4-6 and the means to integrate these skills across the curriculum. Prerequisite(s): EDFL 2100 EDFL 2240 EDSP 2100 FLDX 2150 , and departmental consent. Corequisite(s): ECEL 3152 , ECEL 3320 , ECEL 3620  and ECEL 3820 .

    This is a professional education course.
  
  • ECEL 3600 - Science for Early Childhood (1)

    An integrative approach to understanding the development of and teaching the early childhood learner (preK-K) which includes a focus on the interdependence of language and literacy development; methods and concepts in the content areas of communication arts, mathematics, social studies/economics, and science education; and early childhood assessment and screening. The teacher candidate will learn methods of assessment, observation, enrichment and intervention while working in a preschool or kindergarten environment. Competencies related to teaching strategies, content, technology, differentiation, skills, attitudes, evaluative devices, and assessments will be modeled and practiced in the corequisite practicum experience. Prerequisite(s): application to Clinical Pathway, completion of Clinical Candidate Expectations Contract, 2.75 cumulative GPA, 3.00 major GPA, and current and clear background check. Corequisite(s): ECEL 3100 , ECEL 3150 , ECEL 3300 , ECEL 3400 , ECEL 3500  and ECEL 3800 .

    This is a professional education course.
  
  • ECEL 3610 - Science for the Young Learner (1)

    Part of the integrated content methods block for the young learner (grades 1-3). Candidates will develop an understanding of the science concepts taught in grades 1-3 and the means to integrate these skills across the curriculum. Prerequisite(s): EDFL 2100 EDFL 2240 EDSP 2100 , FLDX 2150 , and departmental consent. Corequisite(s): ECEL 3151 , ECEL 3310 , ECEL 3510  and ECEL 3810 .

    This is a professional education course.
  
  • ECEL 3620 - Science for the Intermediate Learner (1)

    Part of the integrated content methods block for the intermediate learner (grades 4-6). Candidates will develop an understanding of the science concepts taught in grades 4-6 and the means to integrate these skills across the curriculum. Prerequisite(s): EDFL 2100 EDFL 2240 EDSP 2100 FLDX 2150 , and departmental consent. Corequisite(s): ECEL 3152 , ECEL 3320 , ECEL 3520  and ECEL 3820 .

    This is a professional education course.
  
  • ECEL 3800 - Math for Early Childhood (1)

    An integrative approach to understanding the development of and teaching the early childhood learner (preK-K) which includes a focus on the interdependence of language and literacy development; methods and concepts in the content areas of communication arts, mathematics, social studies/economics, and science education; and early childhood assessment and screening. The teacher candidate will learn methods of assessment, observation, enrichment and intervention while working in a preschool or kindergarten environment. Competencies related to teaching strategies, content, technology, differentiation, skills, attitudes, evaluative devices, and assessments will be modeled and practiced in the corequisite practicum experience. Prerequisite(s): application to Clinical Pathway, completion of Clinical Candidate Expectations Contract, 2.75 cumulative GPA, 3.00 major GPA, and current and clear background check. Corequisite(s): ECEL 3100 , ECEL 3150 , ECEL 3300 , ECEL 3400 , ECEL 3500  and ECEL 3600 .

    This is a professional education course.
  
  • ECEL 3810 - Mathematics for the Young Learner (2)

    Part of the integrated content methods block for the young learner. Course examines the teaching and learning of mathematics in grades 1-3. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1620 .

    This is a professional education course.
  
  • ECEL 3820 - Mathematics for the Intermediate Learner (2)

    Part of the integrated content methods block for the intermediate learner. Course examines the teaching and learning of mathematics in grades 4-6.

    This is a professional education course.
  
  • ECEL 3830 - Early Childhood Curriculum (3)

    Part of the integrated content methods block for the early learner (PreK-K). This course introduces students to curriculum, instruction and assessment in Early Childhood Education. The course provides candidates with knowledge and experience in developing and implementing integrated, developmentally and culturally appropriate curriculum for early childhood (birth-age 8). Prerequisite(s): EDFL 2100 EDFL 2240 , EDSP 2100 , FLDX 2150 , and departmental consent. Corequisite(s): ECEL 3150  and ECEL 3850 .

    This is a professional education course.
  
  • ECEL 3850 - Development and Learning Through Play (3)

    Part of the integrated content methods block for the early learner (PreK- K). Provides theoretical and empirical perspectives connecting play to young children’s learning and development. Develops knowledge and skills to implement play-based curriculum in diverse settings. Prerequisite(s): EDFL 2100 EDFL 2240 EDSP 2100 FLDX 2150 , and departmental consent. Corequisite(s): ECEL 3150  and ECEL 3830 .

    This is a professional education course.
  
  • ECEL 3851 - Practicum in Early Childhood (1)

    Student observation and participation with preschool children. Students work with 2, 3 and 4-year old children. Prerequisite(s): CFD 1220  or PSY 2220  or PSY 3220 ; and ECEL 2830 . An additional fee is associated with this course.

    This is a professional education course.
  
  • ECEL 4000 - Special Projects in Education (1-6)

    Individual or group study of problems in special areas of interest. May be repeated for a maximum of 6 semester hours.

  
  • ECEL 4120 - Curriculum Design and Assessment (3)

    Part of the integrated content/methods Senior 1 block. This course prepares the teacher candidate to use formal and informal assessment strategies to evaluate student learning and to design units of instruction that meet individual needs of children.  Prerequisite(s): Departmental consent required. Corequisite(s): ECEL 4140 , ECEL 4400  and MATH 3800 .

    This is a professional education course.
  
  • ECEL 4140 - Communication Arts Integration (5)

    Part of the integrated content/methods Senior 1 block. This course prepares the teacher candidate to apply a balanced communication arts program within a school setting.  An integrative approach to teaching the communication arts will be emphasized as relevant to early and elementary literacy programs.   Prerequisite(s): Departmental consent required. Corequisite(s): ECEL 4120 , ECEL 4400  and MATH 3800 .

    This is a professional education course.
  
  • ECEL 4150 - Student Teaching Professional Seminar (2)

    Culminating experience synthesizing theory and practice taken with student teaching for early childhood, elementary, and double majors in elementary education. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education Program; cumulative GPA of 2.50; ECEL 4400 . Must be taken as part of student teaching placement with FLDX 4495  or FLDX 4496  (See description of Professional Education Semester.)

    This is a professional education course.
  
  • ECEL 4400 - Classroom Management and Interactions (3)

    Part of the integrated content/methods Senior 1 block. This course seeks to provide the preservice teacher with authentic and applicable classroom management knowledge and strategies that enhance and enrich teaching and learning.  Prerequisite(s): Departmental consent required. Corequisite(s): ECEL 4120  and MATH 3800 .

    This is a professional education course.
  
  • ECEL 4800 - Curriculum Design and Assessment in Mathematics (2)

    Prepares the teacher candidate to use formal and informal assessment strategies to evaluate students’ learning of mathematics and to design units of mathematical instruction that meet individual needs of children. Prerequisite(s): departmental consent. Corequisite(s): ECEL 4120 , ECEL 4140 , and ECEL 4400 .

    This is a professional education course.

Engineering Technology

  
  • ENGT 1000 - Principles of Engineering (3)

    This introductory course explores the wide variety of careers in engineering and technology and covers various technology systems and manufacturing processes. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ENGT 1010 - Materials for Manufacturing and Construction (3)

    Construction materials, including sources, characteristics, uses, and standard sizes and packaging, with relative values of different grades. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ENGT 1012 - Global Production Technology (2)

    Study of production technology along with the problems, successes and challenges of the application of technology globally. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ENGT 1120 - Welding (3: 2 lecture, 1 lab)

    Study and practice of four basic welding processes: oxyacetylene, metallic arc, MIG and TIG. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ENGT 1400 - Fundamentals of Engineering Design (3)

    This course introduces the graphic language of technical drawings and communications used to represent mental images. Students will practice visualization, interpret and use engineering drawings, and model physical objects using 3D and 2D methods. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ENGT 1500 - Orientation to Engineering Technology (3)

    An introduction to Engineering Technology as an academic endeavor including the consideration of sub disciplines, program requirements, and professional opportunities. In addition, this course will provide students a chance to learn about current events in the engineering field through the use of guest speakers, open discussions, informative field trips, and career development opportunities. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ENGT 1501 - Seminar in Engineering Technology (1)

    Forum to provide students an opportunity to learn about current events in the engineering field through the use of guest speakers, open discussions, and informative field trips. Students should expect to share cost of field trips and professional materials. Must be repeated for a minimum of 2 semester hours. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ENGT 1510 - Introduction to Manufacturing Processes (3: 2 lecture, 1 lab)

    An overview of the primary processes and a basic knowledge of secondary manufacturing processes which are classified as separating, casting, forming, conditioning, assembling, and finishing. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ENGT 2040 - Engineering Material Science (4: 3 lecture, 1 lab)

    Study of materials and their testing for construction, engineering and manufacturing: sources, characteristics, applications, standard sizes, packaging, testing theory, inspection and testing per ASTM standards. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ENGT 2500 - Applied Computer Technology (2)

    Develops computer literacy through a study of microcomputers, peripherals and applications, and software. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ENGT 2515 - Applied Manufacturing Processes (3: 2 lecture, 1 lab)

    The manufacturing processes used to fabricate and form engineering materials into useful products. Includes laboratory experiences using the common materials and basic processes. Prerequisite(s): ENGT 1510 . An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ENGT 2530 - Machine Tool Technology (3: 2 lecture, 1 lab)

    An introduction to machine tools with experiences in turning, drilling, milling, grinding, and related bench work. Assigned projects. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ENGT 2600 - Lean Enterprises (3)

    Exploration and applied engineering principles of lean systems for manufacturing and services. Value-added theories and processes experienced include: process mapping, just-in-time, Kanban, 5S, Kaizen, error-proofing, work optimization, productive maintenance and supply chain management. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ENGT 3001 - New and Existing Energy Technology (3)

    Explores the world of conventional and sustainable energy and how it will affect society as a whole. Topics of the course include society’s energy dependence, energy depletion, electricity and the utility industry, hydrocarbons as a fuel source, nuclear energy, hydropower energy, sustainable energy and energy strategies of the future. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ENGT 3120 - Advanced Welding Technology I (3: 2 lecture, 1 lab)

    Designed to provide students with a study and practice of advanced welding and cutting processes: automated plasma arc cutting, axial spray transfer, pulse and pulse on pulse transfer, out of position GMAW and SMAW as well as GTAW of aluminum and stainless steel base metals. Prerequisite(s): ENGT 1120 . An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ENGT 3130 - Composite Technology I (3)

    Fundamental principles of materials, basic design theory, manufacturing processes, inspection and repair concepts. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ENGT 3200 - Energy Production and Transmission (3)

    Explores how electric power is produced, transmitted and distributed. Topics of the course include: the generation of electricity (conventional and nonconventional), electric transmission systems, electric distribution systems and power quality. Prerequisite(s): ET 1027 . An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ENGT 3210 - Manufacturing in the Aerospace Industry (3)

    Manufacturing activities required in order to plan, organize, schedule, control and direct manufacturing activities in the environment of an aerospace industry. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ENGT 3300 - Energy Conservation (3)

    Encompasses how energy is measured, supplied, analyzed and conserved. Topics covered in this course include: the measurement of energy, environmental impacts of energy consumption, competition in the energy industry, energy audits and analysis techniques, energy monitoring, energy efficiency and low energy building design. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ENGT 3400 - Manufacturing Design (3)

    A course focusing on design as it relates to manufacturing with specific emphasis on jigs and fixtures. Students will incorporate knowledge of manufacturing methods to creatively solve production requirements using 3D modeling systems. Prerequisite(s): ENGT 1400 , ENGT 2040 , ENGT 2530 , MATH 1131 , and PHYS 1101 . An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ENGT 3450 - Applied Mechanics of Materials for Engineering Technology (3: 2 lecture, 1 lab)

    Application of the laws of material mechanics using real world problems and computer simulations. Studies will include the analysis of cables, frames, trusses, beams, machines and mechanisms. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1131 , PHYS 1101  and ENGT 2040 . An additional fee is associated with this course. Fall, Spring.

  
  • ENGT 3501 - Computer Programming for Manufacturing (3)

    Students will study control logic, data acquisition, data storage and computer programming as they relate to manufacturing. Prerequisite(s): CTE 1210 . An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ENGT 3510 - Project Management for Engineering Technology (3)

    Planning and controlling the manufacturing process including materials, machines, people, and suppliers. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ENGT 3520 - Engineering Economy (3)

    Elements that influence the cost of manufactured products, the process of determining manufacturing costs, cost justification, value analysis and cost reduction analysis. Prerequisite(s): ECON 1010 . An additional fee is associated with this course. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ENGT 3530 - Inspection and Quality Control (3)

    Principles and methods of controlling the quality of manufactured products. Emphasis will be on gauging and inspection. An additional fee is associated with this course.

  
  • ENGT 3550 - Principles of Numerical Control (3)

    Introduction to N/C Machining Operations. Includes laboratory work in writing and executing manual program on N/C Machine Tools. An additional fee is associated with this course.

 

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