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2005-07 Catalog

Last Updated: 5/24/2007

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Accounting 591X. Fraud Examination and Prevention. Cr. 3. Prereq: 497 or 508 and MIS 503. Dilla. Principles and methodology of fraud detection and deterrence. Addresses the following issues: causes and elements of fraud, costs to society, asset theft, financial statement misrepresentation, internal controls for fraud prevention, evidence gathering, and legal aspects of fraud.

Advertising 311X. Persuasive Photography. (Same as Jl MC 311X.) See Journalism and Mass Communication.

Aerospace Engineering 112X. Orientation to Learning and Productive Team Membership. (Same as NREM 112X,  Hort 112X, AST 112X, I Tec 112X, FSHN 112x, TSM 112X). Cr. 2. Prereq: Permission of instructor. Jungst, Thompson. Introduction to developing responsible learners and worthy team members and the foundations of leadership and learning. Learning as the foundation of human enterprise; everyday leadership; effective team and community interactions; intellectual curiosity; ethics as a personal responsibility; and choosing to grow by understanding self, demonstrating ownership of own learning, and internalizing commitment to helping others.

Aerospace Engineering 113X. Foundations of Learning and Productive Team Membership. (Same as Hort 113X, TSM 113X, FS HN 113X, NREM 113X) Cr. 1. Prereq: NREM 112X, Hort 112X, AST 112X, I Tec 112X, TSM 112X, FS HN 112X, Aer E 112X. Jungst, Thompson. Foundation applications of developing responsible learners and worthy team members. Specifically explored will be team learning and the effects on individuals, skills required for a team to move forward, importance of decisions based on the good of the community, reflection as a means of enhancing learning, and interconnectedness of the individual, the community, and the world.

Aerospace Engineering 443X. Aircraft Icing. Cr. 3. Prereq: 343. Rothmayer. Multiphase continuum mechanics and thermodynamics of gas, liquid and solid phases. Principles of latent heat transfer. Properties of multiphase systems. Applications to aircraft icing modeling, simulation and wind tunnel scaling. Engineering applications. Nonmajor graduate credit.

Aerospace Engineering 455X. Advanced Flight Mechanics and Flight Testing. Cr. 3. Prereq: 355. Advanced concepts from longitudinal and lateral directional static stability, dynamic stability, control and flight handling characteristics. Computer simulations, principles of flight testing, data acquisition and analysis.

Aerospace Engineering 522X. Design and Analysis of Fiber Reinforced Composite Structures. Cr. 3. Prereq: E M 324. Dayal. Concepts of fiber reinforced composite materials. Matrix materials, composites testing, structure design using composite materials, strength of composite materials, composite manufacturing and machining methods, joining and repair of composite material.

Aerospace Engineering 545X. Advance Experimental Techniques for Thermal-Fluid Studies. Cr. 3. Prereq: 343, or M E 335, or E M 378. A comprehensive introduction of various experimental techniques (from traditional probe-based techniques to advanced non-intrusive laser-based techniques) used for fluid mechanics, aerodynamics, heat transfer, combustions and chemical reacting flow studies. Advanced, laser-based diagnostic techniques such as Laser Doppler Velocimetry (LDV), Particle Image Velocimetry (PIV), Stereoscopic PIV, microscopic PIV, Laser Induced Fluorescence (LIF), Molecular Tagging Velocimetry and Thermometry (MTT) as well as the microscopic MTV&T technique.

Aerospace Engineering 591X. Graduate Student Seminar Series. (Same as E M 591X). Cr. R. Prereq: Graduate classification. Tsai. Presentation of professional topics by department graduate students. Development of presentation skills used in a professional conference setting involving question and answer format.

African American Studies 106X. Black Community Leadership and its Development. Cr. 3. Prereq: Instructor permission required. Perry. An analysis of African oriented leadership from historical and contemporary, domestic, and international perspectives will provide an additional backdrop for gaining basic knowledge and understanding of leadership and its relationship to the African Diaspora and its communities.

Agricultural Education and Studies 113X. Access to Success Seminar I. Cr. 1 (Same as H SCI 113X). Prereq: Projected sophomore status/at least 24 credit. Grant, Pacheco. A course that provides career skills, learning strategies and social and academic integration techniques to Step Forward program participants. Utilization of campus resources, encouragement of self-exploration and development of academic skills. Agriculture and Human Sciences professional development. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Agricultural Education and Studies 114X. Access to Success Seminar II. Cr. 1 (Same as H SCI 114X). Prereq: Projected sophomore status/at least 24 credit. Grant, Pacheco. The emphasis of this course will be the application of strategies learned in AGEDS 113X/H SCI 113X. Exploration and utilization of campus resources, development of mentoring relationships with faculty, and development of academic skills.  Agriculture and Human Sciences professional development. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Agricultural Education and Studies 312X. Science with Practice. Cr. 2. May be taken more than once for credit. Prereq: College of Agriculture Majors. Science with Practice (SWP) is a planned learning experience where in each student and faculty mentor develops a learning agreement that encompasses specific activities and expectations. Students are engaged in reflective activities that include journals, micro-reflections, formal presentations, and a comprehensive portfolio. Students will be able to recognize and articulate what is learned through the experience and transfer what is learned to future experiences.

Agricultural Education and Studies 451X. Agricultural Law. Cr. 4. Prereq: Senior classification. McEowen. The legal framework impinging upon decision-making by farm firms, families, and individuals, real and personal property, contracts, secured transactions, negotiable instruments, debtor-creditor relations, bankruptcy, organization of farm firms, intergeneration property transfers, trusts, insurance, liabilities, environmental law, federal and state regulatory powers. Nonmajor graduate credit.

Agricultural Education and Studies 452X. Legal Issues in Agriculture. Cr. 2. Prereq: Econ 101. McEowen. Designed for off-campus programs in agriculture. Offered as demand warrants. The legal framework impinging on decision-making by individuals, families, and firms in agriculture; ownership and transfer of real property; commercial law including secured transactions, sales, and negotiable instruments; bankruptcy; income tax planning and management; estate and business planning for the farm family; civil liabilities; water law; environmental law; governmental regulation of agriculture. Nonmajor graduate credit.

Agricultural Education and Studies 461X . Agricultural Environmental and Natural Resource Law.  Cr. 3. Prereq: Senior Classification. McEowen. The course examines the economic and legal relationships between agriculture and the environment. Examined are the various legal systems for allocating water to agriculture, the reasons legal constraints are necessary for handling natural resource issues, constitutional issues arising from the regulation of land-use activities, and the federal (and state) regulation of air, soil, water, land use, livestock grazing, animals and plants, seed and food products. Nonmajor graduate credit.

Agricultural Education and Studies 533X. Introduction to Learning Theory in Agricultural Education Cr. 3. Prereq: none. Introduction to a variety of theoretical perspectives of learning and how they may be used within the context of agricultural education. Emphasis will be on the major domains of learning, developmental considerations, basic assumptions, concepts, and principles of various learning theories; understanding how each theoretical perspective may be used in both formal and non-formal educational settings.

Agricultural Engineering 380X. Principles of Biological systems Engineering. Cr. 3.  Prereq: A E 216. Unit-operation analysis of biological systems, through the study of mass, energy, and information transport in bioresource production and conversion systems. Quantification and modeling of biomass production, ecological interactions, and bioreactor operations.

Agricultural Engineering 388X. Sustainable Engineering and International Development. (Same as C E 388X, E E 388X, M E 388X). Cr. 3. Prereq: Junior classification in engineering. Multi-disciplinary approach to sustainable engineering and international development, sustainable development, appropriate design and engineering, feasibility analysis, international aid, business development, philosophy and politics of technology, and ethics in engineering. Engineering-based projects from problem formulation through implementation. Interactions with partner community organizations or international partners such as nongovernment organizations (NGOs). Course readings, final project/design report.

Agricultural Engineering 406X. Applied Computational Intelligence for Agricultural and Biological Systems. (Dual-listed with 506X) Cr. 3. Prereq: Math 166, Stat 305, A E 203 or equivalent. Tang, Steward. Applications of biologically inspired computational intelligence tools to solve problems in agricultural and biological systems. Introduction to Artificial Neural Networks, Support Vector Machines, Fuzzy Logic, Genetic Algorithms, Bayesian and Decision Tree Learning. Fundamental machine vision techniques will be introduced in the first part of course and integrated into the lab exercises for learning different computational intelligence techniques. MATLAB will be used throughout the course for algorithm implementation. Individual and/or group projects required for graduate credit.

Agricultural Engineering 436X. Design and Evaluation of Soil and Water Monitoring Systems. Cr. 3. (Dual-listed with 536X). Prereq: 431/531. Development of monitoring systems that support effective planning, performance evaluation, modeling, or environmental impact assessment of soil-, water-, and waste management systems. Typical soil and water pollutants and physical, chemical, and biological characteristics that affect sample location and timing. Sample collection, documentation, chain-of-custody, and quality assurance procedures. Graduate students will prepare several research literature reviews and topics covered in class and develop monitoring systems plans.

 Agricultural Engineering 506X. Applied Computational Intelligence for Agricultural and Biological Systems. (Dual-listed with 406X) Cr. 3. Prereq: Math 166, Stat 305, A E 203 or equivalent. Tang, Steward. Applications of biologically inspired computational intelligence tools to solve problems in agricultural and biological systems. Introduction to Artificial Neural Networks, Support Vector Machines, Fuzzy Logic, Genetic Algorithms, Bayesian and Decision Tree Learning. Fundamental machine vision techniques will be introduced in the first part of course and integrated into the lab exercises for learning different computational intelligence techniques. MATLAB will be used throughout the course for algorithm implementation. Individual and/or group projects required for graduate credit.

Agricultural Engineering 536X. Design and Evaluation of Soil and Water Monitoring Systems. Cr. 3. (Dual-listed with 436X). Prereq: 431/531. Development of monitoring systems that support effective planning, performance evaluation, modeling, or environmental impact assessment of soil-, water-, and waste management systems. Typical soil and water pollutants and physical, chemical, and biological characteristics that affect sample location and timing. Sample collection, documentation, chain-of-custody, and quality assurance procedures. Graduate students will prepare several research literature reviews and topics covered in class and develop monitoring systems plans.

Agricultural Systems Technology 112X. Orientation to Learning and Productive Team Membership. (Same as NREM 112X,  Hort 112X, I Tec 112X, FSHN 112X, Aer E 112x). Cr. 1. Prereq: Permission of instructor. Jungst, Thompson. Introduction to developing responsible learners and worthy team members and the foundations of leadership and learning. Learning as the foundation of human enterprise; everyday leadership; effective team and community interactions; intellectual curiosity; ethics as a personal responsibility; and choosing to grow by understanding self, demonstrating ownership of own learning, and internalizing commitment to helping others. NOTE: As of fall 2006 this course is listed under Technology Systems Management (TSM).

Agricultural Systems Technology 372X. Religion and Agricultural Sustainability. (Same as Relig 372X). Cr. 3. Kanway and Sanford. Religious and ethical dimensions of sustainable agricultural practices; comparative examination of specific agricultural issues focusing in indigenous religions and religions of Asia .  Nonmajor graduate credit. NOTE: As of fall 2006 this course is listed under Technology Systems Management (TSM).

Agronomy 311X. Professional Internship in Agronomy. Cr. 1. Prereq: Agron 110, agronomy majors only, permission of instructor. Pogranichniy. A supervised learning experience in a professional setting related to crop production, plant breeding, soil science, or environmental science.

Agronomy 312X. Crop Management Decision Making. Cr. 3. Prereq: 114 recommended. Gibson. Development of solutions to complex crop management problems in consultation with a producer-client.  Emphasis on integration of biological, physical, chemical and economic components within a crop management system using geographical information systems.  Must be taken in a course cluster with Agron 356, Econ 330, and Engl 311X.

Agronomy 405X. Environmental Biophysics. (Dual-listed with 505., Same as Mteor 405X) Cr. 3. Prereq: Math 166. The physical microenvironment in which organisms live, with an emphasis on the processes of energy and mass (carbon and water) exchange between organisms and their environment and the quantitative models that are used to represent these processes. Temperature, water, and wind. Heat, mass, and radiative transport. Applications to animals, plants, and plant communities.

Agronomy 518X. Microwave Remote Sensing. (Same as E E 518X, Mteor 518X). Cr. 3. Prereq: Math 265 or equivalent. Hornbuckle. Microwave remote sensing, both passive (radiometry) and active (radar), as it applies to Earth’s surface and atmosphere. Overview of relevant electromagnetic theory and antenna theory. Planck emission and the radiative transfer equation. The electrical properties of natural media (atmosphere, soil, and vegetation) at microwave frequencies. Atmospheric sounding, remote sensing of soil and vegetation water content, data inversion, and data assimilation.

Agronomy 534X. Seed and Variety Testing and Technology. (Co-listed with STB 534X). Cr. 2. Prereq: Seed Production 547X. Christensen, Curry. The components of seed quality and how they are assessed in the laboratory, including traits derived from modern biotechnology. The impact of new technologies on seed quality testing. Variety maintenance procedures and breeder seed. Variety identification; phenotype and grow-out trials, isozyme testing, and DNA marker testing. Procedures for evaluating varieties. The variance tests appropriate for fixed effects analysis of variance. Statistical inference and stratification for yield trials. Use of strip plot testing. Restricted to students admitted to the distance education Master of Seed Technology and Business degree program or by special arrangement with the instructor

Agronomy 535X. Introduction to the Seed Industry. (Same as Seed Technology and Business 535X.) Cr. 1. Prereq: Instructor Permission (Curriculum requires undergraduate specialization in a business or biological science).  An analysis of the defining characteristics of the seed industry and introduction to Master in Seed Technology and Business curriculum. The tasks of crop improvement and seed production will be analytically related to basic management function and classification of management activities that are used in the study of business administration. Management tasks and roles will be analyzed in related to the public policy issues the shape the seed industry, including ethical an economical approaches to biotechnology, intellectual property, and corporate responsibility. Restricted to student admitted to the distance education Master’s in Seed Technology and Business degree program, or by special arrangement with the instructor.

Agronomy 536X. Quantitative Methods for Seed. (Same as Seed Technology and Business 536X.) Cr. 1. Prereq: 535X or concurrent enrollment in 535X. Quantitative methods for analyzing and interpreting agronomic and business information for the seed industry. Principles of experimental design and hypothesis testing, regression, correlation and graphical representation of data. Use of spreadsheets for manipulating, analyzing and presenting data. Restricted to students admitted to the Master’s of Seed Technology and Business degree program or by special arrangement with instructor.

Agronomy 547X. Seed Production. (Same as Seed Technology and Business 547X.) Cr. 2. Prereq: Seed Pathology and Seed Physiology. Survey of crop production; including management of soil fertility, planting dates, populations, week control, and insect control. Analysis of the principles of seed multiplication and the key practices which are used to ensure high quality in the products. Field inspection procedures and production aspects that differ from other crop production. Foundation seed production. Analysis of the typical organization of field production tasks.  Resources and capabilities requires. Survey of differences in seed production strategies between crops and impact of differences on management of seed production. Restricted to students admitted to the Master’s of Seed Technology and Business degree program or by special arrangement with instructor.

Agronomy 570X. Risk Assessment for Food, Agriculture, and Veterinary Medicine (same as VDPAM 570X) Cr. 3. Prereq: Stat 104 or consent of instructors. Wolt, Hurd. Risk assessment principles as applied to biological systems. Exposure and effects characterization in human and animal health and ecological risk assessment.  Risk analysis frameworks and regulatory decision-making.  Introduction to quantitative methods for risk assessment using epidemiological and distributional analyses.  Uncertainty analysis.

Agronomy 596 (A-B Subheads). Graduate Travel Course. Cr. var. Prereq: Permission of instructor. Limited enrollment. Tour and study of research and education programs and practices in major drop regions of the world. Location and duration of tours will vary. Travel expenses paid by students. Check with department for current offerings. A. International Tour, B. Domestic TourAnimal Ecology 366X . Natural History of Iowa Vertebrates. Cr. 3. Prereq: Biol 211, 212. This course focuses on the vertebrate fauna of Iowa , including fishes, amphibians, reptiles, birds, and mammals. Topics include species identification, habitat requirements, community structure and assessment, conservation issues that include historical population changes and value of wild animals to the region's ecological and economic health.

Animal Ecology 441X. Fisheries Techniques. (Dual Listed with 541X). Cr. 3. Prereq: A Ecl 321/521, Stat 104. Quist. Overview of field, laboratory, and analytical techniques associated with managing fisheries and aquatic resources. Specific topics include sampling design, fish and habitat sampling techniques, structural indices, age and growth, and biotelemetry.

Animal Ecology 458X. Ornithology. (Dual-listed with 558X; Same as Biol 458X). Cr. 3. Prereq: 365 or Biol 351. Biology, ecology, evolution, and taxonomy of birds. Emphasis on structure, physiology, behavior, communication, navigation, reproduction, and conservation. Laboratory exercises, complement lecture topics, emphasize identification and distribution of Midwest birds, and include field trips.

Animal Ecology 459X. Mammalogy. (Dual-Listed with 549X, Same as Biol 495X).  Cr. 3. Prereq: 365 or BIOL 351. Study of biology, ecology, and evolution of mammals. Emphasis on structure, physiological adaptation to different environments, behavior, reproduction, roles of mammals in ecosystems, and conservation. Laboratory focus on identification, distribution, habits, and habitats of mammals.

Animal Ecology 541X. Fisheries Techniques. (Dual Listed with 441X). Cr. 3. Prereq: A Ecl 321/521, Stat 104. Quist.  Overview of field, laboratory, and analytical techniques associated with managing fisheries and aquatic resources. Specific topics include sampling design, fish and habitat sampling techniques, structural indices, age and growth, and biotelemetry.

Animal Ecology 558X. Ornithology. (Dual-listed with 458X; Same as EEOB 558X). Cr. 3. Prereq: 365 or Biol 351. Biology, ecology, evolution, and taxonomy of birds. Emphasis on structure, physiology, behavior, communication, navigation, reproduction, and conservation. Laboratory exercises, complement lecture topics, emphasize identification and distribution of Midwest birds, and include field trips.

Animal Ecology 559X. Mammalogy. (Dual-Listed with 449X, Same as EEOB 559X).  Cr. 3. Prereq: 365 or BIOL 351. Study of biology, ecology, and evolution of mammals. Emphasis on structure, physiological adaptation to different environments, behavior, reproduction, roles of mammals in ecosystems, and conservation. Laboratory focus on identification, distribution, habits, and habitats of mammals.

Animal Ecology 569X. Wildlife Ecology and Conservation. Cr. 3. Prereq: 1 course in ecology, 1 course in statistics. Miller, Otis. Critical examination of current paradigms in wildlife ecology. Conceptual and quantitative foundation for wildlife conservation will be explored during the primary literature and selected case studies. Topics will include habitat quantification, habitat selection, effects of heterogeneity and scale, metapopulation frameworks, population viability models, and adaptive management.

Animal Ecology 575X. Quantitative Techniques in Field Ecology. Cr. 3. Prereq: Stat 401. Otis. The primary intended audience is graduate students who are early on in their coursework and research program. The course will be relevant to both terminal M.S. students and Ph. D. candidates. Topics will be intended to serve 3 purposes: 1) provide basic design and analysis tools that can be useful to students both in graduate program and their future career, 2) expose students to current topics that are complementary to other quantitative courses, 3) provide a foundation for more advanced courses in quantitative ecology.

Animal Science 321L. Environmental Management of Livestock Laboratory. Cr. 1. Prereq: Junior classification, An S 319, credit or current enrollment in An S 321X. Russell. Use of computer models to develop nutrient management plans for livestock to minimize excretion of nutrients associated with air and water pollution.  Development of pasture management plans to maintain forage, soil, and water quality.  Methods to measure and manage the effects of livestock production on environmental quality.

Animal Science 321X.Livestock and the Environment. Cr. 2. Prereq: Junior classification, An S 114. Russell. Relationship of livestock production to environmental quality. Management approaches to prevent environmental damage associated with livestock production systems.

Animal Science 435X. Applied Dairy Farm Evaluation. Cr. 3. Prereq: An S 434 and Econ 330. Kilmer. Evaluate nutrition, reproduction, milk quality, breeding, and related management practices of commercial dairy herds in a case study format. Students will apply knowledge gained in the classroom to commercial dairy farm situations and develop skills in information gathering, decision making, problem solving, and interpersonal communications. Nonmajor graduate credit.

Animal Science 480A. Animal Industry Leadership Fellows. Cr. 1. May be repeated once. Prereq: An S 226 and Instructor permission. Skaar.  Students broaden their perspective of the livestock industry through site visits, case-study (Fellows) projects and cooperative learning experiences that capitalize on interaction skills in the context of studying the structure of the US Livestock Industry. This for-credit offering represents the central academic focus of the ISU Animal Industry Leadership Fellows Program Study is species specific Section A. Beef, and enrollment is limited. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Animal Science 537 (subheads A – F). Topics in Farm Animal Environmental Physiology, Behavior, Stress and Welfare. Cr. 3. Prereq: Permission of the Instructor. Butters-Johnson. An online course between three universities, Texas Tech University , University of IL , and Iowa State University . Each spring and fall semester student focus on different topics related to farm animal environmental physiology, behavior, stress and welfare. Each module is separate and distinct so students can sign up for one or more of these modules (at the discretion and approval of the students research committee). These modules are open to MS and Ph. D. student. The same modules can not be taken twice. May be repeated for credit. A. Animal rights and philosophies, B. Brain mechanisms of stress, C. Measuring behavior and welfare, D. Environmental stressors, E. Stress and the immunity, F. Other related topics

Animal Science 695X. Seminar in Animal Science. Cr. 1each time taken. Reports and discussion of current issues and research in Animal Science. One credit is required for all M. S. degree candidates with graduate majors in Department of Animal Science, and two credits are required for all Ph. D. candidates with graduate majors in Department of Animal Science. Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.

Anthropology 343X. Ethnobotany: Cross-cultural Perspectives. (Dual-listed with 543X). Cr. 3. Prereq: 201 or 202 and Biol 211 or Psych 101. History of the emergent academic discipline of Ethnobotany with an introduction to principles and practices of ethnobotanical fieldwork. Cross cultural perspectives on plan use and symbolisms, ecological world views, conservationism and intellectual property rights in indigenous, non-western and western societies.

Anthropology 394X. International Study in Anthropology. (Dual-listed with 594X). Cr. 1 to 3. Prereq: Two courses in Anthropology and by approval of application. Extended field trips under the supervision of faculty member(s) usually during break periods, to international locations of interest to anthropologists. Location and duration of trips will vary.

Anthropology 543X. Ethnobotany: Cross-cultural Perspectives. (Dual-listed with 343X). Cr. 3. Prereq: 201 or 202 and Biol 211 or Psych 101. History of the emergent academic discipline of Ethnobotany with an introduction to principles and practices of ethnobotanical fieldwork. Cross cultural perspectives on plan use and symbolisms, ecological world views, conservationism and intellectual property rights in indigenous, non-western and western societies.

Anthropology 594X. International Study in Anthropology. (Dual-listed with 394X). Cr. 1 to 3. Prereq: Two courses in Anthropology and by approval of application. Extended field trips under the supervision of faculty member(s) usually during break periods, to international locations of interest to anthropologists. Location and duration of trips will vary.

Arabic 101X. Elementary Arabic I. Cr. 4. Introduction to modern standard Arabic. Development of reading, writing, listening comprehension, and speaking skills. Attention to use of the Arabic alphabet. Presentation of culture and social customs in Arabic-speaking countries.

Arabic 102X. Elementary Arabic II. Cr. 4. Introduction to modern standard Arabic. Development of reading, writing, listening comprehension, and speaking skills. Attention to use of the Arabic alphabet. Presentation of culture and social customs in Arabic-speaking countries.

Architecture 507X. Architectural Design III. Cr. 5. Prereq: 506X; 596X; 542X. Coreq: 543. Continuation of 506. Studio project(s) build on issues raised, skills acquired, and knowledge gained in the fall and spring semester coursework, emphasizing detailing and constructability. 

Architecture 529X. Spatial Dialectics in the American Midwest . Cr. 3. Prereq: Graduate standing or senior classification (all ISU majors). Evolution of places can be understood as a struggle between different social groups over meaning and symbols which are manifested in names, events, physical structures and social boundaries erected over the landscape. This seminar studies spatial formations and their relationship to physical characteristics, social and economic conditions, legislative and political structures, historical evolution, environmental characteristics, production technologies, and racial negotiations. This seminar studies these various components of space and their specificities in the American Midwest .

Architecture 543X. Science and Technologies for Architects III. Cr. 5. Prereq: 506X; 596X; 542X. Coreq: 507. The third of a four-course series in building science and technologies. Learning occurs through both theory and case studies, stressing the connectivity of technical issues to broader formal, social and cultural spheres. Course content and assignments coordinated with 507.

Architecture 576X. Study Abroad Options. Cr. 3 each time taken, maximum of 9 credits applied to degree program. Prereq: Dsn S 301 or permission. Special topics in environmental design worldwide. Travel to relevant countries. General cultural studies, topical study in environmental design, and individual inquiry.

Art: Graphic Design 391X. Graphic Design Field Study. Cr. 1 Prereq: Enrollment in third year graphic design studio course, or prior course completion. Study and tours of areas of interest within the graphic design profession such as graphic design studios, printers, paper distributors and suppliers, and museums. Offered on a satisfactory/fail basis only.

Art: Integrated Studio Arts 205X. Studio Fundamentals I. Cr. 3. Prereq: sophomore classification, acceptance into the BFA ISA program. Introduction to studio fundamentals and crossover between media. Emphasis on ceramics and fibers as tools of expression and communication.

Art: Integrated Studio Arts 207X. Studio Fundamentals II. Cr. 3. Prereq: sophomore classification, acceptance into the BFA ISA program. Introduction to studio fundamentals and crossover between media. Emphasis on metals and photography as tools of expression and communication.

Art: Integrated Studio Arts 209X. Studio Fundamentals III. Cr. 3. Prereq: sophomore classification, acceptance into the BFA ISA program. Introduction to studio fundamentals and crossover between media. Emphasis on printmaking and wood as tools of expression and communication. 

Art: Integrated Studio Arts 211X. Studio Fundamentals IV. Cr. 3. Prereq: sophomore classification, acceptance into the BFA ISA program. Introduction to studio fundamentals and crossover between media. Emphasis on computers and painting as tools of expression and communication.

Art: Integrated Studio Arts 409X. Computer/Video Game Design and Development. (Dual-listed with 509X.) Cr. 3. May be repeated for credit. Prereq: 308, 408 or equivalent and permission of instructor or by permission of the instructor. Herrnstadt. Investigation of the management, workflow, design and development aspects of the creation and development of computer games in an interdisciplinary team environment. Discussion of the history and contemporary aspects of computer/video games will be addressed. Nonmajor graduate credit.

Art Integrated Studio Arts 484X. Product Design Materials Survey. (Dual-listed with 584X) Cr. 3. Prereq: Permission of Instructor. Martin. This course is a survey of materials both common and less common industrial and product design. It will offer students the opportunity to investigate and experiment with various materials form cast resins to carbon fiber. Student will be introduced to industrial and product design, consider sustainability issues in industrial design, practice several exercises in model making and employ visual problem solving skills while performing a series of exercises that will introduce students to a number of materials.

Art: Integrated Studio Arts 509X. Computer/Video Game Design and Development. (Dual-listed with 409X.) Cr. 3. May be repeated for credit. Prereq: 308, 408 or equivalent and permission of instructor or by permission of the instructor. Herrnstadt. Investigation of the management, workflow, design and development aspects of the creation and development of computer games in an interdisciplinary team environment. Discussion of the history and contemporary aspects of computer/video games will be addressed. Nonmajor graduate credit.

Art Integrated Studio Arts 584X. Product Design Materials Survey. (Dual-listed with 484X) Cr. 3. Prereq: Permission of Instructor. Martin. This course is a survey of materials both common and less common industrial and product design. It will offer students the opportunity to investigate and experiment with various materials form cast resins to carbon fiber. Student will be introduced to industrial and product design, consider sustainability issues in industrial design, practice several exercises in model making and employ visual problem solving skills while performing a series of exercises that will introduce students to a number of materials.

Art: Interior Design 357X. Made in Italy . Cr. 2. Prereq: Enrolled in study in Rome program. An investigation of the 20^th century roots of modern Italian design and its contemporary form. Lectures and seminar presentations highlight major Italian designers and internationally significant design in the 20^th century. Focus in on innovative design that exhibits a synthesis of formal and social functions.

Astronomy 103X. Evening Star. Cr. 1. Willson. An entirely web-based course covering topics in celestial mechanics (“Rocket science!”) for students with little or no previous experience. It combines the geography of the solar system with discussion of methods of traveling to the other planets. The course “lectures” are on-line, interactive units with built-in exercises, hands-on (offline) activities, and layers of help. Graded homework and quizzes are administered via WebCT. Students who take Astro 120 may count credit in only one of Astro 102/102X and 103X toward graduation.

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Biochemistry, Biophysics, and Molecular Biology 552X. Biomolecular Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy. Cr. 2. Prereq: permission of instructor. Fulton . Advanced solution state NMR spectroscopy applied to biological systems. Course covers: theoretical principles of NMR, practical aspects of experimental NMR, methodologies for protein structure determination, NMR relaxation, recent advances in NMR spectroscopy.

Bioinformatics and Computational Biology 444X. Introduction to Bioinformatics. Cr. 4. (Dual listed with 544X) (see also Biol 444X, Com S 444X, Cpr E 444X, Gen 444X). Prereq: Math 165 or Stat 401 or equivalent.  Broad overview of bioinformatics with a significant problem-solving component, including hands-on practice using computational tools to solve a variety of biological problems.  Topics include: database searching, sequence alignment, gene prediction, RNA and protein structure prediction, construction of phylogenetic trees, comparative and functional genomics.

Bioinformatics and Computational Biology 544X. Introduction to Bioinformatics. Cr. 4. (Dual listed with 444X) (see also Com S 544X, Cpr E 544X, GDCB 544X). Prereq: Math 165 or Stat 401 or equivalent.  Broad overview of bioinformatics with a significant problem-solving component, including hands-on practice using computational tools to solve a variety of biological problems.  Topics include: database searching, sequence alignment, gene prediction, RNA and protein structure prediction, construction of phylogenetic trees, comparative and functional genomics.

Biorenewable Resource and Technology 597X. Biorenewable Resource and Technology Internship. Cr. 1 to 3. Prereq: Major or co-major status in BRT. This is a formal internship course requiring at least 100 hours of industrial internship per credit hour. A summary of work experience paper is required for a passing grade, along with a letter form the industrial supervisor indicating satisfactory performance on site. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Biology 131X. Issues in Biology. Cr. 3. Presentation and discussion of environmental, human health and socioeconomic effects and concerns associated with medical, genetic engineering, agricultural and governmental practices and policies. Students will acquire an awareness of such issues, be encouraged to develop an informed an analytical approach to their consideration, and will be aided in such efforts by learning relevant biological facts, concepts and principles.

Biology 306X. Metabolic Physiology of Mammals. Cr. 3. Prereq: 211, 212. Introduction to physiology of metabolic function in mammals and other animals. Metabolic processes and their interactions with various subsystems, approached form an organismal perspective. Integration of cellular, gastrointestinal, cardiovascular, respiratory, and renal processes, relevant to their control and integration at the nervous and endocrine system levels. Functional aspects of organismal physiology; energy and water balances, physiology of rest exercise, and environmental stress. Students cannot receive credit for both BIOL 306X and BIOL 335.  

Biology 336X. Ecological and Evolutionary Animal Physiology. Cr. 3. Prereq: 211, 212. Study of mechanisms by which animals perform life-sustaining functions; the evolution and adaptive significance of physiology traits, the diversity of physiological mechanisms, and how physiology and ecology interact.

Biology 444X. Introduction to Bioinformatics. Cr. 4. (Dual listed with 544X) (see also BCB 444X, Com S 444X, Cpr E 444X, Gen 444X). Prereq: Math 165 or Stat 401 or equivalent.  Broad overview of bioinformatics with a significant problem-solving component, including hands-on practice using computational tools to solve a variety of biological problems.  Topics include: database searching, sequence alignment, gene prediction, RNA and protein structure prediction, construction of phylogenetic trees, comparative and functional genomics.

Biology 455X. Bryophyte and Lichen Biodiversity. (Dual-listed with EEOB 555X.) Cr. 3. Prereq: Biol 212, Biol 212L. Introduction to the biology and ecology of mosses, liverworts, and lichens. Emphasis on identification and diversity of local representatives of these three groups of organisms. Required field trips and service-learning. Nonmajor graduate credit. 

Biology 458X. Ornithology. (Dual-listed with EEOB 558X; Same as A Ecl 458X). Cr. 3. Prereq: 365 or Biol 351. Biology, ecology, evolution, and taxonomy of birds. Emphasis on structure, physiology, behavior, communication, navigation, reproduction, and conservation. Laboratory exercises, complement lecture topics, emphasize identification and distribution of Midwest birds, and include field trips.

Biology 459X. Mammalogy. (Dual-Listed with EEOB 549X, Same as A ECL 495X).  Cr. 3. Prereq: 365 or BIOL 351. Study of biology, ecology, and evolution of mammals. Emphasis on structure, physiological adaptation to different environments, behavior, reproduction, roles of mammals in ecosystems, and conservation. Laboratory focus on identification, distribution, habits, and habitats of mammals.

Biology 471X. Introductory Conservation Biology. Cr.3. Prereq: Biol 312. Examination of conservation issues from a population and community perspective.  The role of genetics, demography, and environment in determining population viability, habitat fragmentation, reserve design, biodiversity assessment, and restoration ecology.

Biomedical Sciences 575X. Cell Biology. Cr. 3. (Cross-listed with TOX 575X) Prereq: 10 credits in biological sciences or permission of the instructor. This course provides a thorough overview of cell structure and function. Major topics include the universal features of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells, types of utilization and conversion of energy, genetic control of cell shape and functionality, internal organization of cells, communication between cells, and development of multicellular systems.

Biorenewable Resources and Technology 591L. Biorenewable Resources Laboratory. Cr. 1. Prereq: Permission of student’s major professor. Special topics laboratory/research experience in biorenewable resources and technology, to be designed and developed in consultation with the student’s major professor. 

Biorenewable Resources and Technology 592X. International Perspectives in Biorenewables. Cr.2. Prereq: Permission of student’s major professor and selection by the BRT program coordinating committee. International study abroad program in Europe . Overview of the sustainability-driven production of biomaterials and analysis of the supply chain from primary production and transformation to environmentally friendly consumer and industrial products.

Business Administration 102X. Expanded Business Orientation – BLT Orientation. Cr. 1. Prereq: Membership in a business learning team. A required orientation for all College of Business students involved in learning communities. Review of college and university requirements, transfer credits, academic planning, university policies and deadlines, and registration procedures. Includes a consideration of various business careers, tools for success in college including writing skills, and presentation from Employers, Alumni and current students. Offered on satisfactory-fail grading basis only.  

Business Administration 292X. Entrepreneurship and Innovation Learning Community Seminar. Cr. 1. Prereq: resident in Entrepreneurship and Innovation Learning Community. This seminar will focus on providing information on a series of topics related to entrepreneurship. Guest lectures from entrepreneurs and faculty will be utilized. Students will develop their own business concepts in this seminar. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Business Administration 592X. MBA Professional Skills Development. Cr. R. This course will provide first-year MBA students with tools necessary to (1) develop and implement a successful internship and career strategy, and (2) develop professional skills critical for success in the US business environment. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

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Chemical Engineering 204X. Continuing Learning Community. Cr. R. Prereq: enrollment in sophomore Chemical Engineering Learning Community. Curriculum and career planning, academic course support for learning community.

Chemical Engineering 311X. Chemical Engineering Computation. Cr. 1. Prereq: 210 and Engr 160. Numerical methods for solving systems of linear and nonlinear equations, ordinary differential equations, numerical differentiation and integration, and nonlinear regression using chemical engineering examples.

Chemical Engineering 554X. Integrated Transport Phenomena. Cr. 4. Prereq: 357, 381, Math 267, credit or enrollment in 545. Hebert. Conservation equations governing diffusive and convective transport of momentum, thermal energy and chemical species. Transport during laminar flow in conduits, boundary layer flow, creeping flow. Heat and mass transport coupled with chemical reactions and phase change. Scaling and approximation methods for mathematical solution of transport models.

Chemistry 201X. Advanced General Chemistry. Cr. 5. Prereq: Math 140 or high school equivalent. Co-enrollment in 177L or 177N. This course fulfills the same prerequisite function as 177 and 178 in preparation for other chemistry courses. A one semester course in general chemistry designed to give students an in-depth, broad-based view of modern chemistry, and , in part, to facilitate participation in independent undergraduate research. Topics include stoichiometry, atomic and molecular structure, chemical bonding, kinetics, chemical equilibria, and thermodynamics. Discussions of current trends in various chemical disciplines, which may be given by guest experts in chemistry, biochemistry, and chemical engineering, will help the students appreciate the scope of the chemical sciences and how research is carried out. For chemistry biochemistry, chemical engineering, or physical science majors interested in accelerating their studies in chemistry. Only one of 163, 165, 167, 177, or 201X may count toward graduation.

Chemistry 340X. Presentations in Forensic Science. Cr. 1. Prereq: Biol 201, 202, Chem 163, 164. Thiel. May not be counted toward a major or minor.  Enables students to contribute, if they so chose, to the field of forensic science, later in their career.  Taped seminars are presented, on-line, by professionals in the field of forensic sciences, by scientists carrying out relevant research, by professional educators and community volunteers, and by students who describe their participation in national forensic sciences conferences and their independent study/research projects.  

Chemistry 502X. Advanced Inorganic Chemistry. (Dual-listed with Chem 402). Cr. 3. Prereq: Chem 301; Chem 331. Sadow. Chemistry of the d and f metals. Structure, bonding, electronic spectra, and reaction mechanisms. Aspects of organometallic, solid state, and bioorganic chemistry.

Chinese 272X. Chinese Cultural Tradition. Cr. 3. Zhang. Interdisciplinary introduction to Chinese society and culture from earliest times to the present. Part one: ancient literature, philosophy, religion, art, architecture, customs. Part two: transition to a modern society, social changes, urban life, popular culture, and contemporary values and ideas. Cultural traditions of Hong Kong , Taiwan , and Tibet are also included. Taught in English.

Chinese 472X. Comerical Culuture in China . Cr. 3 to 4. Prereq: For fourth credit: six credits in Chinese at the 300 level. Analysis and interpretation of cultural texts with emphasis on topics relating to commercial culture in china from ancient times to the present. Taught in English. Fourth credit: supplementary readings and compositions in Chinese. Nonmajor graduate credit.

Civil Engineering 120X. CE Cornerstone Learning Community. Cr. R. May be repeated for credit. The CE Cornerstone Learning Community will assist first-year students integrate into the Civil Engineering program. Under the direction of faculty and peer mentors, students will work both individually and in learning teams to complete assignments and activities involving teamwork, academic preparation, study skills, and preparation for entry into the civil engineering profession. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Civil Engineering 388X. Sustainable Engineering and International Development. (Same as A E 388X, E E 388X, M E 388X). Cr. 3. Prereq: Junior classification in engineering. Multi-disciplinary approach to sustainable engineering and international development, sustainable development, appropriate design and engineering, feasibility analysis, international aid, business development, philosophy and politics of technology, and ethics in engineering. Engineering-based projects from problem formulation through implementation. Interactions with partner community organizations or international partners such as nongovernment organizations (NGOs). Course readings, final project/design report.

Computer Engineering 395X. Software Project Management. Cr. 1. Prereq: 185 or Com S 227.  Over view of project management framework. Introduction to project management terminology, tools, techniques and processes as defined by the generally accepted project management community. Generally accepted Project Management tools and techniques as defined in the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK).

Civil Engineering 483X. Pavement Analysis and Design. (Dual-listed with C E 583X). Cr. 3. Prereq: 382, 360. Analysis, behavior, performance, and structural design of pavement systems; topics include climate factors, rehabilitation, life cycle, design economics, material and systems response, and traffic loading. Development of models for and analysis of pavement systems; use of transfer functions relating pavement response to pavement performance; evaluation and application of current and evolving pavement deign practices and procedures; analysis of the effects of maintenance activities on pavement performance; and economic evaluation of payment systems. Offered for nonmajor graduate credit.

Civil Engineering 563X. Experimental Methods in GeoEngineering. Cr. 3. Prereq: C E 360; C E 560; or permission of instructor. White. Experimental analysis of soil shear strength, permeability, and consolidation using conventional and stress path controlled triaxial system, automated consolidometers, and flexible wall permeability systems. Overview of applications of instrumentation and monitoring geotechnical structures.

Civil Engineering 583X. Pavement Analysis and Design. (Dual-listed with C E 483X). Cr. 3. Prereq: 382, 360. Analysis, behavior, performance, and structural design of pavement systems; topics include climate factors, rehabilitation, life cycle, design economics, material and systems response, and traffic loading. Development of models for and analysis of pavement systems; use of transfer functions relating pavement response to pavement performance; evaluation and application of current and evolving pavement deign practices and procedures; analysis of the effects of maintenance activities on pavement performance; and economic evaluation of payment systems. Offered for nonmajor graduate credit.

Classical Studies 304X. Cultural Heritage of the Ancient World. (Same as Hist 304X.) See History. Nonmajor graduate credit.

Community and Regional Planning 464X. Learning from Rome : Transportation, Planning, and Urban Sustainability. (Dual-listed with 564X; same as Dsn S 464X and Env S 464X). See Design Studies.

Community and Regional Planning 564X. Learning from Rome : Transportation, Planning, and Urban Sustainability. (Dual-listed with 464X; same as Dsn S 564X and Env S 564X). See Design Studies.

Community Development 502X. Community and Natural Resource Management. Cr. 3. Detailed introduction to community resource management. Theoretical frameworks, methodological investigation, applied practices. Enhancement of ability of community development professionals to work with communities to plan, develop and monitor conversation and development of natural resources with multiple functions.

Community Development 503X. Community Development I: Principles and Strategies of Community Change. Cr. 3. Analysis of principles and practices of community change and development. Use of case studies to relate community development approaches to conceptual models from diverse disciplines. Exploration of professional practice principles, and student construction of their personal framework for practicing community development.

Community Development 504X. Community Analysis: Introduction to Methods. Cr. 3. Introduction to research methods relevant to community development. Formulate and begin a research effort, methods of data collection and how conceptual frameworks are used to develop the questions and analyze data. Emphasis on strategies for reporting findings and applying findings in community action and methods of evaluating the entire research process. Significant attention paid to issues of research ethics and inclusiveness.

Community Development 505X. Community Development II: Organizing for Community Change (3-0) Cr. 3. Examines the role of civil society in community planning efforts.  Offers students a comparative approach to planning theories and approaches.  Focus on change within communities and the roles of government, planners, and citizens in reacting to or shaping change

Community Development 506X. Community and Regional Economic Policy and Analysis. Cr. 3. Introduction to concepts of communities and regions, theories of economic growth, drivers of economic growth, the economic base of a community, sources of growth or decline in the community, roles of local government and institutions, and analytical tools. Strategies for local economic development will also be explored.

Community Development 507X. Introduction to Native Communities. Cr. 3. For students currently working within, in partnership with, or considering working with Native communities. Basic understanding within the context of community development of the diversity of the tribal structures and cultures and the unique history and jurisdictional considerations of these nations. Working with tribes, Federal and Indian relations, and governance and cultural issues.

Community Development 508X. Ecological Economics. Cr. 3. Approaches economy and community by looking at the inherent interdependence, jointness, and potential complementarity as between ecology and economy (utility) of a place.

Community Development 509X. Building Native Community and Economic Capacity. Cr. 3. Phillips. Focus on non-western approaches to helping Native communities build their capacity. Students will learn to take a participatory, culture-centered, and strength-based approach to development.

Community Development 510X. Indian Country Agriculture and Natural Resources. Cr. 3. Redlin. Introduction to the historical and contemporary issues related to natural resource management of Native American lands. Philosophical and economic arguments concerning natural resource conservation, preservation, and extraction will be explored.

Community Development 514X. Impact Analysis (1-0) Cr. 1. Basics of economic and fiscal impact analysis. Scenario construction, basics of input-analysis, careful use of multipliers, estimations of local revenues and expenditures and discounting. 

Community Development 515X. Cost Benefit Analysis (1-0) Cr. 1. Examines cost-benefit analysis, cost effectiveness and cost utility analysis. Discounting and why impact analysis is not used in cost-benefit analysis.  

Community Development 516X. Local Economic Analysis (1-0) Cr. 3. Applied course covers economic base theory, a theory of regional economics, multipliers and how local economics are affected by external events. Trend analysis, location quotients, shift share analysis and retail trade analysis.  

Community Development 518X. Land Development Planning. Cr. 3. Examine process of land development in the United States , and the impacts from the perspective of developer, financial institutions, community planners, and city administrators. Focus is on the understanding of the land development process in meeting community goals and shaping land development to meet community expectations for the improvement of the community. Conflict resolution and negotiation skills represent a communications emphasis. 

Community Development 520X. Orientation in Community Development (1-0) Cr. 1. Introduction to the Community Development program.  Focus on on-line delivery methods, graduate level research and writing, technology skills.

Community Development 523X.Grant Writing for Community Development Professionals.  Cr. 1. Introduce student to the basics of grant writing. Focus in on what community developers need to know to be successful grant seekers. Practice writing parts of a proposal and review sections of a sample proposal.

Communtiy Development 525X. Seminar: Role of Tribal Colleges in Economic Development. Cr. 1.  Focus on role of tribally-chartered colleges and universities in economic development within Native communities. Social capital analytic framework to examine and evaluate tribal college model of economic development.

Community Development 590X (Subhead A-B). Special Topics in Community Development. Cr. 1 to 3. Prereq: Permission of Instructor. Repeatable.

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            B – Role of Tribal Colleges in Economic Development

Computer Engineering 281X. Digital Logic, Processors, and Programming I. Cr. 4. Prereq: sophomore classification, credit or enrollment in 282X. Somani, Tyagi. Introduction to computer organization. Number systems and representation. Combinational logic design, Boolean algebra and logic minimization. Computer arithmetic and arithmetic circuits. Use of programmable logic devices. Introduction to computer-aided schematic capture systems, simulation tools, and hardware description languages. Design of a simple digital system. Introduction to microprocessor instruction sets. Assembly language programming and interfaces to higher-level languages. 

Computer Engineering 282X. Digital Logic, Processors, and Programming Laboratory I. Cr. 2. Prereq: concurrent enrollment in CprE 281X. Somani, Tyagi. Laboratory experiments on number systems and representation. Combinational logic design, Boolean algebra and logic minimization. Computer arithmetic and arithmetic circuits. Use of programmable logic devices. Introduction to computer-aided schematic capture systems, simulation tools, and hardware description languages. Design of a simple digital system. Introduction to microprocessor instruction sets. Assembly language programming. Design projects.

Computer Engineering 319X. Software Construction and User Interfaces. (same as Com S 319X) Cr. 3. Prereq: Com S 309.  Basic theory of grammars, parsing.  Language paradigms. State transition and table-based software design.  Rapid system prototyping. Review of principles of object orientation. Event-driven and clock-driven simulation. Software construction methods. Frameworks and APIs. User interface architecture, evaluation of user interface. Design of windows, menus, and commands. Introduction to format specification and model-based software design. Introduction to domain-specific software engineering.

Computer Engineering 339X. Software Architecture and Design. Cr. 3. Prereq: credit or enrollment in Com S 309 or Cpr E 309. Tien, Nguyen. Modeling and design of software at the architectural level. Architectural styles. Basics of model-driven architecture. Object-oriented design and analysis. Design patterns. Design by contract. Component based design. Product families. Measurement theory and Software metrics in design. Designing for qualities such as performance, safety, security, reliability, reusability, etc. Analysis and evaluation of software architectures. Introduction to architecture definition languages. Basics of software evolution, re-engineering, and reverse engineering. Case studies.

Computer Engineering 381X. Digital Logic, Processors and Programming II. Cr. 4. Prereq: 281X, Credit or enrollment in 382X.  Somani, Tyagi. Evaluating performance of computer systems.  Instruction set design. Processor design. Datapath and control. Sequential logic design and finite state machines. Pipelining and pipeline controlled design. Memory organization. Interfacing processors and peripherals. Input/output programming. Interrupt handling. Hardware/software design tradeoffs and issues. Laboratory component using HDLs.

Computer Engineering 382X. Digital Logic, Processors and Programming Laboratory II. Cr. 2. Prereq: Concurrent enrollment in Cpr E 381X. Laboratory experiments on instruction set design. Processor design. Datapath and control. Sequential logic design and finite state machines. Pipelining and pipelined controlled design. Input/output programming. Interrupt handling. Hardware/software design tradeoffs and issues. Laboratory component using HDLs. Design Projects.

Computer Engineering 388X. Embedded Systems I: Microcontrol and Systems Design. Cr. 4  Prereq: CPR E 288X. Zhao, Manimaran, Rover, Tyagi. Behavior models with accompanying performance and correctness (model) verification. Translators (assemblers and compiler backends). Buses such as AMBA.Interface devices: ADC, TPU ( a coprocessor example). Interrupt handling system example, and its role in performance and real time issues for an application.Formal methods.Power/resource management.DPA algorithms. feedback directed control.control area networks.

Computer Engineering 395X. Software Project Management. Cr. 1. Prereq: 185 or Com S 227.  Over view of project management framework. Introduction to project management terminology, tools, techniques and processes as defined by the generally accepted project management community. Generally accepted Project Management tools and techniques as defined in the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK).Computer Engineering 412X. Formal Aspects of Verification (same as Com S 412X) Cr. 3. Prereq: Cpr E 485/Com S 309, Cpr E 310/Com S 330.  Introduction to prepositional/predicate/temporal logic, program verification using theorem proving, model-based verification using model checking, and tools for verification. Nonmajor graduate credit.

Computer Engineering 418X. Measurement and testing for high speed systems engineering. (Same as E E 418X.) Cr. 4. Prereq: 203 and 311. Mina, Weber. Measurement of high speed systems and mixed signal systems. Measurement accuracy and error. Network analysis and spectrum analysis used in high speed measurement and testing. Test specification process and parametric measurement. Sampling and digital signal processing concepts. Design for testability. Testing equipment. Applications. Nonmajor graduate credit.

Computer Engineering 431X. Basics of Information System Security. Cr. 3. Prereq: credit or enrollment in Cpr E 489 or Com S 454. Daniels. Introduction to and application of basic mechanisms for protecting information systems from accidental and intentional threats. Basic cryptography use and practice. Computer security issues including authentication, access control, and malicious code. Network security mechanisms such as intrusion detection, firewalls, IPSEC, and related protocols. Ethics and legal issues in information security. Other selected topics. Programming and system configuration assignments. Nonmajor graduate credit.

Computer Engineering 444X. Introduction to Bioinformatics. Cr. 4. (Dual listed with 544X) (see also BCB 444X, Biol 444X, Com S 444X, Gen 444X). Prereq: Math 165 or Stat 401 or equivalent.  Broad overview of bioinformatics with a significant problem-solving component, including hands-on practice using computational tools to solve a variety of biological problems.  Topics include: database searching, sequence alignment, gene prediction, RNA and protein structure prediction, construction of phylogenetic trees, comparative and functional genomics.

Computer Engineering 481X. Computer Systems Architecture. Cr. 3.  Prereq: CPR E 381. Somani, Tyagi, Chang, Zhao. Superscalar Pipelines, Memory organization. Interfacing processors and peripherals. I/O System Design. Bus protocols. Virtual memory. Advanced cache architectures. Laboratory component using HDLs. Nonmajor graduate credit.

Computer Engineering 488X. Embedded Systems Design. Cr. 4. Prereq: 305 or Com S 321. Rover, Zhang. Embedded microprocessors, embedded memory and I/O devices, component interfaces, embedded software, program development, basic compiler techniques, platform-based FPGA technology, hardware synthesis, design methodology, real-time operating system concepts, performance analysis and optimizations. Nonmajor graduate credit.

Computer Engineering 544X. Introduction to Bioinformatics. Cr. 4. (Dual listed with 444X) (see also BCB 544X, Com S 544X, GDCB 544X). Prereq: Math 165 or Stat 401 or equivalent.  Broad overview of bioinformatics with a significant problem-solving component, including hands-on practice using computational tools to solve a variety of biological problems.  Topics include: database searching, sequence alignment, gene prediction, RNA and protein structure prediction, construction of phylogenetic trees, comparative and functional genomics.

Computer Engineering 546X. Wireless Sensor Networks. Cr. 3 Prereq: Cpr E 489. Qiao. Fundamentals of wireless sensor networks, including wireless sensor network applications, connectivity and coverage, routing in wireless sensor networks, data storage and query, localization and tracking mechanisms, wireless sensor network security, transport protocols, and link layer techniques for wireless sensor networks.

Computer Engineering 571X. Discrete-Event Systems Control and Diagnosis. (Same as E E 571X, Com S 571X.) Cr. 3. Prereq: Cpr E 310 and Com S 330. Modeling of event-driven systems using automata and formal languages; control under complete and under partial observation: notions of controllability and observability/normality; failure diagnosis: notion of diagnosability; algorithms for testing above properties and for computing external approximations satisfying such properties.

Computer Science 319X. Software Construction and User Interfaces. (same as Cpr E 319X) Cr. 3. Prereq: Com S 309.  Basic theory of grammars, parsing.  Language paradigms. State transition and table-based software design.  Rapid system prototyping. Review of principles of object orientation. Event-driven and clock-driven simulation. Software construction methods. Frameworks and APIs. User interface architecture, evaluation of user interface. Design of windows, menus, and commands. Introduction to format specification and model-based software design. Introduction to domain-specific software engineering.

Computer Science 409X. Software Requirements Engineering. (Dual-listed with 509X) Cr. 3. Prereq: 309. The requirements engineering process, including identification of stakeholders, requirements elicitation techniques such as interviews and prototyping, analysis fundamentals, requirements specification, and validation. Use of Models: State-oriented, Function-oriented, and Object-oriented. Documentation for Software Requirements. Informal, semi-formal, and formal representations. Structural, informational, and behavioral requirements. Non-functional requirements. Use of requirements repositories to manage and track requirements through the life cycle. Case studies, software projects, written reports, and oral presentations will be required. Nonmajor graduate credit.

Computer Science 412X. Formal Aspects of Verification (same as Cpr E 412X) Cr. 3. Prereq: Cpr E 485/Com S 309, Cpr E 310/Com S 330.  Introduction to prepositional/predicate/temporal logic, program verification using theorem proving, model-based verification using model checking, and tools for verification. Nonmajor graduate credit.

Computer Science 433X. Computational Models of Nanoscale Self-Assembly. (Dual-listed with Com S 533X). Cr. 3 Prereq: Com S 331 or permission of instruction. Lutz. Modeling and analysis of natural and engineered systems that spontaneously assemble themselves from small components. Topics include bimolecular self-assembly, tile assembly models, computation via self-assembly, distributed folding, origami models, and self-repair. Emphasis on mathematical methods of describing, simulating, programming, and verifying the behaviors of self-assembling systems. Graduate credit requires a written or oral report on current research.

Computer Science 444X. Introduction to Bioinformatics. Cr. 4. (Dual listed with 544X) (see also BCB 444X, Biol 444X, Cpr E 444X, Gen 444X). Prereq: Math 165 or Stat 401 or equivalent.  Broad overview of bioinformatics with a significant problem-solving component, including hands-on practice using computational tools to solve a variety of biological problems.  Topics include: database searching, sequence alignment, gene prediction, RNA and protein structure prediction, construction of phylogenetic trees, comparative and functional genomics.

Computer Science 509X. Software Requirements Engineering. (Dual-listed with 409X) Cr. 3. Prereq: 309. The requirements engineering process, including identification of stakeholders, requirements elicitation techniques such as interviews and prototyping, analysis fundamentals, requirements specification, and validation. Use of Models: State-oriented, Function-oriented, and Object-oriented. Documentation for Software Requirements. Informal, semi-formal, and formal representations. Structural, informational, and behavioral requirements. Non-functional requirements. Use of requirements repositories to manage and track requirements through the life cycle. Case studies, software projects, written reports, and oral presentations will be required.

Computer Science 533X. Computational Models of Nanoscale Self-Assembly. (Dual-listed with Com S 433X). Cr. 3 Prereq: Com S 331 or permission of instruction. Lutz. Modeling and analysis of natural and engineered systems that spontaneously assemble themselves from small components. Topics include bimolecular self-assembly, tile assembly models, computation via self-assembly, distributed folding, origami models, and self-repair. Emphasis on mathematical methods of describing, simulating, programming, and verifying the behaviors of self-assembling systems. Graduate credit requires a written or oral report on current research.

Computer Science 544X. Introduction to Bioinformatics. Cr. 4. (Dual listed with 444X) (see also BCB 544X, Cpr E 544X, GDCB 544X). Prereq: Math 165 or Stat 401 or equivalent.  Broad overview of bioinformatics with a significant problem-solving component, including hands-on practice using computational tools to solve a variety of biological problems.  Topics include: database searching, sequence alignment, gene prediction, RNA and protein structure prediction, construction of phylogenetic trees, comparative and functional genomics.

Computer Science 558X. Introduction to the 3D visualization of scientific data. (Same as Geol 558X, HCI 558X). See Geology.

Computer Science 571X. Discrete-Event Systems Control and Diagnosis. (Same as Cpr E 571X, E E 571X.) See Computer Engineering.

Computer Science 575X. Computational Perception. (Same as HCI 575X). See Human Computer Interaction.

Construction Engineering 120X. Cornerstone Learning Community. Cr. 1. Peer mentored review of course topics in Construction Engineering Cornerstone Learning Community. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only. May be repeated.

Criminal Justice Studies 351X. Police and Society. (Same as Soc 351X). See  Sociology.

Criminal Justice Studies 352X. Punishment, Corrections, and Society. (Same as Soc 352X). See Sociology.

Criminal Justice Studies 402X. White-Collar Crime. (Same as Soc 402X). See Sociology.

Curriculum and Instruction 208X. Early Childhood Education Orientation. (same as HD FS 208X). Cr. R. Shafer. Overview of early childhood education (birth-grade 3) teacher certification requirements. Program planning and university procedures. Required of all students majoring in early childhood education. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

Curriculum and Instruction 219X. Secondary Education Math and Science Orientation to Licensure. Cr. R. Prereq: Seeking teacher certification in math or science in grades 7-12. Campbell . Overview of math and science secondary education (grades 7-12) teacher certification requirements in Iowa and other states. Program and career planning.

Curriculum and Instruction 404X. Beyond Borders: A Field Experience in Educational Anthropology. Cr. 3. May be taken more than once for credit. This course provides an opportunity for teachers and other professionals who will be working with U.S. Mexican youth to learn about Mexican culture and schooling through a study-abroad, hands-on teaching and research projects. Students will live with families in Guanajuato , Mexico , engage in teaching and research activities at a Mexican school, take Spanish classes, participate in Educational Anthropology seminars, and complete related mini field studies. This course is held over spring break.

Curriculum and Instruction 420X. Bilingualism, Bilingual Education, and U.S. Mexican Youth. (Dual-listed with 520X) Cr.3. Prereq: 406 or 506 or instructor approval.  Introduction to research on bilingualism and examination of the social, historical, and political contexts of bilingual education in U.S. schools, with particular attention to the lives of U.S. Mexican youth.

Curriculum and Instruction 452X. Corrective Reading . (Dual-listed with 552X) Cr. 3. Prereq: 378, Sp Ed 365, Sp Ed 436. Merkley. Identification, analysis of reading problems in five areas: print knowledge, integration of print knowledge, oral reading, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.

Curriculum and Instruction 520X. Bilingualism, Bilingual Education, and U.S. Mexican Youth. (Dual-listed with C I 420X) Cr.3. Prereq: 406 or 506 or instructor approval.  Introduction to research on bilingualism and examination of the social, historical, and political contexts of bilingual education in U.S. schools, with particular attention to the lives of U.S. Mexican youth.

Curriculum and Instruction 529X. Educational Psychology and the Secondary Classroom. Cr. 3. Prereq: Bachelor’s degree, admission into a graduate level teacher licensure program. In-depth analysis of psychological research theory related to learning, cognition and its development, motivation, individual differences, and teaching techniques. Application of psychological research and theory to improving classroom learning and assessment. Emphasis on students assessment and measurement theory and classroom assessment to facilitate positive learning outcomes. Adaptation and differentiation of instruction to meet individual learner’s needs. This course can only be used for M.A.T. and graduate teacher licensure programs. It is not acceptable for use in meeting the non-licensure M.Ed., M.S. or Ph.D. requirements.

Curriculum and Instruction 536X. Experimental Methods in Educational Interventions. Cr. 3. Prereq: One course in statistics. Phye. Focus is exclusively on research methods that have been designated as those that promote educational practices based on sound scientific evidence. The research methods are those identified in the No Child Left Behind Act (1/8/02) and the Education Science Reform Act that was signed into law on November 5, 2002.

Curriculum and Instruction 548X. Restructuring Science Activities. Cr. 3. Prereq: Science teaching methods or equivalent. Focuses on modifying laboratory activities and other everyday science activities so they are more congruent with the National Science Education Standards, how students learn, and the nature of science.

Curriculum and Instruction 550X. Ethnicity and Learning. (Dual-listed with 450). Cr. 3. Prereq: 6 graduate credits in education. Examination of cultural relevance in education. Development and application of strategies and techniques for implementing multicultural goals and multiethnic perspectives in PK-12 school classroom settings. Nonmajor graduate credit.

Curriculum and Instruction 552X. Corrective Reading . (Dual-listed with 452X) Cr. 3. Prereq: 378, Sp Ed 365, Sp Ed 436. Merkley. Identification, analysis of reading problems in five areas: print knowledge, integration of print knowledge, oral reading, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension.

Curriculum and Instruction 597X. Teaching Secondary School Mathematics. (Dual-listed with C I 497). Cr. 3 Prereq: 24 credits in mathematics. Andreotti. Theory and methods for teaching mathematics in grades 7-12. Includes critical examination of instructional strategies, curriculum materials, learning tools, assessment methods, National Standards in Mathematics Education, and equity issues.

Curriculum and Instruction 671X. Discourse in Classrooms. Cr. 3. Prereq: Graduate level standing. Herbel-Eisenmann. Explores both foundational and current literature on discourse in K-12 classrooms. Readings will focus on both discourse as a classroom phenomenon and discourse as an analytic tool for doing research in classrooms. When discourse is broadly defined, it encompasses the culture of the classroom and takes into account many aspects of teaching and learning, including (but not limited to) talk, representation, issues of authority and power, how knowledge is constructed, etc. Discourse is an important topic in curricular studies because it provides a close look at enacted and hidden curricula through an examination of interactions and communication patterns.

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