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2007-09 ListingLast Updated: GGenetics, Development and Cell Biology 519X. Chromosomal Genomics. Cr. 2. Prereq: Biol 313 or Gen 313. Peterson, Weber. Principles of chromosome structure and laboratory methods for cytogenetic analyses. Emphasis on plant cytogenetics, particularly maize. Combined laboratory and lecture course. Geology 105X. Gems and Gemstones. (1-0) Cr. 1. Introduction to gems and gemstones, physical and optical properties of gems and gemstones, explanation of where gems come from and how they are found, how to distinguish between synthetic and naturally occurring gems, how the value of gems are determined, the history of famous gems. Does not count towards credits required in the geology major. Geology 109X. Exploring Geology 160X. Water Resources of the World. Cr. 3. (Same as Mteor 160X and Agron 160X) Study of the occurrence, history, development, and management of the world’s water resources. Presentation of basic principles in the hydrologic science including weather and climate, surface and groundwater processes, and water quality. Historical and current perspectives of water policy, water use and development will be studied. Role water plays in society and the environment locally and around the world. Acceptable for LAS General Education Requirement credit in the Natural Sciences group. Geology 211X. Geologic Disasters (same as Env S 211X) (2-0) Cr. 2 Prereq: 100 or 101 or 201 or equivalent experience. An introduction to the catastrophic geologic processes that disrupt ecosystems and human activity. Discussion of earthquakes, tsunamis, volcanic eruptions, landslides, and floods, with emphasis on roles of plate tectonics, the hydrologic cycle, and humans in driving those phenomena. Hazard assessment, prediction, and impacts on humans and the environment. Geology 416X. Hydrologic modeling and analysis. (Dual-listed with 516X; Same as EnSci 416X, MTEOR 416X.) (2-3) Cr. 3. Prereq: Math 165 or 181; Phys 111 or 221; and Geol 402 or equivalent. Study of basic principles of hydrologic modeling, including rainfall-runoff analysis, input data, uncertainty analysis, lumped and distributed modeling, parameter estimation and sensitivity analysis, and the use of models in applied hydrology. Practice implementing a range of common models, to study hydrologic topics such as flood forecasting and land use change. Nonmajor graduate credit.
Geology 432X. Geomicrobiology. (Dual-listed with 532X; same as EnSci 432X, Micro 432X.) (2-4) Cr. 4. Prereq: Geol/EnSci 422 or Biol 212/212L; Math 181, or permission of the instructors. How do microorganisms shape earths geochemistry and environment in the present day and over geologic time scales. Microbial diversity, metabolism and bioenergetics, geochemical controls on microbial diversity and activity, microbiological controls on geochemical reaction networks, and redox geochemistry, will be discussed. Biogeochemical cycles and evolution of Earth and microbes. Laboratory emphasizes light microscopy, biochemical techniques, and ribosomal DNA sequences for studying microorganisms and microbial communities.
Geology 516X. Hydrologic modeling and analysis. (Dual-listed with 416X; Same as EnSci 516X, MTEOR 516X.) (2-3) Cr. 3. Prereq: Math 165 or 181; Phys 111 or 221; and Geol 402 or equivalent. Study of basic principles of hydrologic modeling, including rainfall-runoff analysis, input data, uncertainty analysis, lumped and distributed modeling, parameter estimation and sensitivity analysis, and the use of models in applied hydrology. Practice implementing a range of common models, to study hydrologic topics such as flood forecasting and land use change. Nonmajor graduate credit. Geology 532X. Geomicrobiology. (Dual-listed with 432X; same as EnSci 532X, Micro 532X.) (2-4) Cr. 4. Prereq: Geol/EnSci 422 or Biol 212/212L; Math 181, or permission of the instructors. How do microorganisms shape earths geochemistry and environment in the present day and over geologic time scales. Microbial diversity, metabolism and bioenergetics, geochemical controls on microbial diversity and activity, microbiological controls on geochemical reaction networks, and redox geochemistry, will be discussed. Biogeochemical cycles and evolution of Earth and microbes. Laboratory emphasizes light microscopy, biochemical techniques, and ribosomal DNA sequences for studying microorganisms and microbial communities. Geology 558X. Introduction to the 3D visualization of scientific data. (Same as Com S 558X, HCI 558X). (2-2) Cr. 2. Prereq: graduate student standing in the mathematical or natural sciences. Harding. Introduction to visualizing scientific information with 3D computer graphics and their foundation in human perception. Overview of different visualization techniques and examples of successful 3D visualization project form different disciplines (natural sciences, medicine, engineering). Final project in interactive 3D visualization using the OpenDX software application or VTK. Geology 588X. GIS for Geoscientists II. Cr. 3. (Same as Agronomy 588X) Prereq: Familiarity with ArcGIS (a foundation such as: EnSci 446, AE 405/525, AE 408/508, CRP 451/551, NREM 446, Geol 452/552 or equivalent with instructor’s approval). Advanced topics in geographic information systems (GIS) using ArcGIS 9.x (ArcMap and extension modules). Main focus on raster (grid) GIS data analysis and operations – also involves triangulated irregular networks (TINs) and 3D visualization (ArcScene). Includes a major class project, if possible using raster data relevant to the students’ research. Geology 593X. Geology and Paleontology of HHealth and Human Performance 512X. Methods in Physical Education. Cr 3. Study of learning and teaching in physical education for elementary and secondary schools.
Health and Human Performance 517X. Musculoskeletal Modeling. Cr. 3. Prereq: 355 or permission from instructor. Gillette. Systematic problem-solving approaches and design of computer programs for biomechanical analyses. Estimation of anthropometric parameters and mechanical properties of muscles, bones, and joints. Integration of anthropometrics, kinematics, and muscle mechanics into simulations of human movement. Health and Human Performance 518X. Student Teaching in Elementary Physical Education. Cr. 8. Prereq: 512X, 570, 575X. Student teaching for 8 weeks in an elementary school. Health and Human Performance 519X. Student Teaching in Secondary Physical Education. Cr. 8. Prereq: 512X, 570, 575X. Student teaching for 8 weeks in a middle or high school. Health and Human Performance 567X. Exercise Psychology: Clinical Applications and Interventions. (Dual-listed with Ex Sp 467X). Cr. 3. Prereq: Introductory course with emphasis on exercise psychology (i.e., Ex Sp 366 or equivalent). Advanced analysis of theoretical health behavior models and their application to physical activity behavior. Includes practical techniques, tools and interventions (e.g., counseling skills, motivational interviewing) to enhance exercise prescription and motivation, and consideration for working with special populations Health and Human Performance 571X. Measurement in Physical Education. (Dual-listed with EX SP 471X). (3-0) Cr. 3. Study of grading assessment and evaluation in physical education with a focus on measuring cognitive and psycho-motor achievement. Higher Education 540X. Foundations of Leadership: Learning, Ethics, Self & Interaction. (2-0) Cr. 2. Prereq: permission of instructor. Serving as an introduction to developing practicing leaders, this course will create the foundation upon which enduring understanding of leadership will be built. Specifically explored will be learning as the foundation of human enterprise, everyday leadership, determination of common good, roots of individuals actions, sensitivity to others, merits of divergent ideas, questioning the status quo, ethics as personal responsibility and choosing to grow. Higher Education 541X. Learning, Leadership, Ethics and Community. Cr. 2. Prereq: permission of instructor. Licklider. Second semester course in a program to develop practicing leaders. Builds upon the foundation started first semester to help students embrace the enduring understandings of leadership. Team learning and the effect 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. Higher Education 542X. Learning, Leadership, Ethics, and Teams: Knowing, Doing and Being. (2-0) Cr. 2. Prereq: Permission of instructor. Expands the foundations started in Foundations of Leadership: Learning, Ethics, Self and Interactions and Learning, Leadership, Ethics and Community for developing practicing leaders. The focus will shift from a naïve understanding of the concepts of self within a team and community to a more sophisticated understanding of knowing, being and doing leadership. Higher Education 543X. Learning, Leadership, Ethics & Teams in Action. Cr. 2. Prereq: permission of instructor. Licklider. This last course in a series of four allows students to put their knowledge, skills, and abilities related to leadership, learning, Ethics and Teams into practice. In addition to planning and implementing a major service learning project, the focus will be on the next wave of the study of leadership – connecting leadership to the research about the brain and human learning. History 316X. The European Middle Ages. Cr. 3. Prereq: Sophomore classification. Survey of political, social, and cultural developments in History 395X. Africa and Black History 420X. History 429X. ˜Monstrous
History 443X. Science, Technology, and Medicine in Horticulture 114X. Developing Responsible Learners and Effective Leaders. (Same as NREM 114X, FS HN 114X, TSM 114X.) (2-0) Cr. 2. Prereq: 112. Focus on team and community. Application of fundamentals of human learning; evidence of development as a responsibility of the individual to the community and the world; leading from within; holding self and others accountable for growth and development as learners and leaders.
Horticulture 120X. Understanding Grape and Wine Science. (Same as FS HN 120X) Cr. 3. Prereq: High school biology and chemistry. A scientific introduction to viticulture (grape-growing) and enology (wine-making). Topics include grape species and varieties, fruit quality, geography, history, principles of fermentation and aging, wine classification, appreciation, evaluation, storage and service, regulations, wine as food. No wine tasting.
Horticulture 252X. Integrated Management of Turfgrass Diseases and Insect Pests for Professional Turfgrass Managers. (Same as ENT 252X, PL P 252X.) (1-0) Cr. 1. This course describes principles of Integrated Pest Management of diseases and insect pests of turfgrass (golf courses, lawns, sports turf, and sod production). It also describes the major disease and insect problems of turfgrasses in the
Horticulture 253X. Foliage Plants for Interiorscapes. Cr. 3. Prereq: Hort 221. Identification, nomenclature, selection and culture of foliage plants for interior landscapes. Planning, cost-estimating, installation, and maintenance of foliage plants and flowering potted plants in homes, offices, and public buildings. Horticulture 484X. Organic Agriculture: Theory and Practice. Cr. 3. (Dual listed with 584X) (see also Agron 484X, Agron 584X, SusAg 584X). Prereq: 9 cr. in biological or physical sciences or permission of the instructor. Delate, DeWitt. Understanding of the historical origins and ecological theories underpinning the practices involved in organic agriculture. Interdisciplinary examination of organic crop/livestock production, socio-economic processes and policies and ethical issues in organic agriculture. Horticulture 584X. Organic Agriculture: Theory and Practice. Cr. 3. (Dual listed with 484X) (see also Agron 484X, Agron 584X, SusAg 584X). Prereq: 9 cr. in biological or physical sciences or permission of the instructor. Delate, DeWitt. Understanding of the historical origins and ecological theories underpinning the practices involved in organic agriculture. Interdisciplinary examination of organic crop/livestock production, socio-economic processes and policies and ethical issues in organic agriculture. Human Computer Interaction 515X. Statistical Natural Language Processing. (Same as LING 515X and ENGL 515X.) (2-1) Cr. 3. See Linguistics. Human Interaction 525X. Mechanical Systems Optimization. Cr. 3. (Cross-listed with M E 525X) Prereq: Engr 160. Winer. Mechanical system optimization techniques including unconstrained and constrained minimization and linear programming. Both the theory of the methods and the application to mechanical system design will be presented. Nonmajor graduate credit. Human Computer Interaction 575X. Computational Perception. (Same as Com S 575X). Cr. 3. Prereq: Graduate/Advanced Undergraduate standing or by permission. Programming skills and previous exposure to probability and linear algebra classes is highly recommended. Stoytchev. Statistical and algorithmic methods for sensing, recognizing, and interpreting the activities of people by a computer. The focus is on machine perception techniques that facilitate and augment human-computer interaction. The main goal of the class is to introduce computational perception on both theoretical and practical levels. The students will work in small groups to design, implement, and evaluate a prototype of a human-computer interaction system that uses one or more of the techniques covered in lectures. Human Computer Interaction 558X. Introduction to the 3D visualization of scientific data. (Same as Com S 558X, GEOL 558X). (2-2) Cr. 2. Prereq: graduate student standing in the mathematical or natural sciences. Harding. Introduction to visualizing scientific information with 3D computer graphics and their foundation in human perception. Overview of different visualization techniques and examples of successful 3D visualization project form different disciplines (natural sciences, medicine, engineering). Final project in interactive 3D visualization using the OpenDX software application or VTK. Human Computer Interaction 580X. Virtual Environments, Virtual Worlds and Applications. (Same as M E 580X) (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: Senior or Graduate Status. A systematic introduction to the underpinnings of Virtual Environments (VE), Virtual Worlds, advanced displays and immersive technologies; and an overview of some of the applications areas particularly virtual engineering. Human Computer Interaction 592X. Entrepreneurship Workshop. (1-0) Cr. 1. Methods and tools for prospective entrepreneurs to transfer their technology. How to recognize opportunities for entrepreneurial activities. Steps to commercialize a technology or start a company. Topics include identifying technology transfer opportunities, defining commercial markets, developing a business plan, pursing capital, understanding patents, copyrights, and intellectual property, and understanding the basics of running a business. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only. Human Computer Interaction 697X HCI Internship. Cr. 1 to 6. May be taken more than once for credit. Prereq: Graduate Classification, permission of instructor. Internship experience in an HCI related field. One semester and one summer maximum per academic year. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only. Human Development and Family Studies 499X. Undergraduate Research. Cr. 1 to 6. May be taken more than once for a maximum of six credits. Prereq: Permission of staff member with whom student proposed to work. Research under staff guidance. A maximum of 6 credits of HD FS 499X may be used toward graduation. Human Development and Family Studies 504X. Qualitative Research. (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: 510 and 511; or 6 credits of related theoretical background. Introduction to the epistemology and methodology of qualitative research. Examination of qualitative designs and method. Application of data collection, data analysis, interpretation and writing in a qualitative research project. Human Sciences 113X. Access to
IIndustrial Engineering 320X. Industrial Engineering Professional Interactions. (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: Engl 104 and Engl 105. Understanding professional interactions in an Industrial Engineering context that involves the integration of people, material, information, equipment, and energy. Principles and concepts associated with the engineering information exchange process of analysis, formulation, creations, delivery, and assessment and its relationship to written and verbal communications will be covered. Industrial Engineering 421X. International Lean Manufacturing and Production Systems Experience. Cr. 3. Prereq: 248. Study of lean manufacturing and production systems through experimental learning at a foreign facility. Specific areas of lean systems may include continuous improvement and Kaizen, setup reduction and mistake-proofing, and waste minimization under global perspective. Only one of I E 421X or I E 422X may count toward graduation. Industrial Engineering 422X. Lean Manufacturing and Production Systems Experience. Cr. 3. Prereq: 248. Study of lean systems through experimental learning at a manufacturing and production facility. Specific areas of lean systems may include continuous improvement and Kaizen, setup reduction and mistake-proofing, and waste minimization efforts within a team. Only one of I E 421X or I E 422X may count toward graduation. Industrial Engineering 431X. Industrial Electronic Control Systems. (2-3) Cr. 3. Prereq: Phys 222. Introduction to Electrical and Digital Circuits as used within Industrial Control System applications. Overview of AC/DC Electrical Circuit design/schematics and binary logic. Overview of analog and digital interfaces for shop floor control systems, involving black-end PC and PLC logic controllers, with special emphasis on Bar-coding and RFID systems.
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