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Educational Administration
  

  • EDAD 6040 - Leadership and Interpersonal Relations for Administrators (3)

    This course examines the role, style, and function of a leader in the context of education. Theories of leadership styles are addressed.
  

  • EDAD 6040 - Leadership and Interpersonal Relations for Administrators (3)

    This course examines the role, style, and function of a leader in the context of education. Theories of leadership styles are addressed.
  

  • EDAD 6050 - Professional Negotiations in Education (3)

    This course explores the background and rationale for negotiations and bargaining in education. The major emphasis is on the realities and practical sides of the negotiation process itself. Taken in the fourth semester of the Ed.S. licensure program.
  

  • EDAD 6060 - The Administration of Instructional Programs and Materials (3)

    Practices and processes used by administrative and supervisory leaders who plan, organize, and coordinate the professional activities of teachers in improving learning experiences are studied. Taken in the first semester of the EdS. Licensure program and concurrently with EDAD 6010  and EDAD 6515 .
  

  • EDAD 6070 - Legal Problems (3)

    Studies the legal facets of personnel administration in schools. Prerequisite(s): Taken in the third semester of the Ed.S. Licensure program and taken concurrently with EDAD 6580  and EDAD 6120 .
  

  • EDAD 6080 - Internship in Administration/Supervision (3)

    Involves simulated exercises and workshop experiences, as well as on-the-job released-time experiences in cooperation with surrounding schools. Candidates in the Ed.S. program take EDAD 6080 in the final semester.
  

  • EDAD 6090 - Planning for Educational Facilities (3)

    Emphasizes trends in planning, designing, constructing, modernizing, and utilizing educational facilities. To be taken in the seventh semester of the higher education concentration, concurrently with an EDAD elective.
  

  • EDAD 6100 - Curriculum Planning and Programming (3)

    The course is designed to provide administrators, supervisors, and teachers with a basic understanding of the potential uses of the computer in administration.
  

  • EDAD 6110 - Human Resource Management and Development (3)

    Emphasizes the place of formative and summative evaluation in the responsibilities of school administrators. Various evaluation instruments and techniques will be analyzed and discussed. Taken in the second semester of the Ed.S. licensure program and taken concurrently with EDAD 6300  and EDAD 6516 .
  

  • EDAD 6120 - Assessment for Professional Licensure (3-6)

    This course is for those seeking Instructional Leadership licensure at the Ed.S. level.. The requirement for this course will be met by working with a practicing administrator in an on-site school situation for one semester. Taken in the third semester of the Ed.S. licensure program and taken concurrently with EDAD 6580  and EDAD 6070 .
  

  • EDAD 6140 - Culminating Project for Ed.S. (3)

    In this course students produce a written research project on a topic related to educational administration.
  

  • EDAD 6150 - Ethics for School Administrators (3)

    A general course to explore the ethical implications of being a school leader and administrator.
  

  • EDAD 6160 - School Principalship (3)

    Designed for administrators and teachers who desire to study purposes, practices, and trends in elementary school administration. Prerequisite(s): This course is taken in the last semester of the program for Master’s candidates; it is taken concurrently with EDAD 5720  and EDAD 6517 . This course is taken in the last (semester 5) of the M. Ed. and Ed.S. licensure program. All other courses in the program must be successfully completed prior to registering for this course.
  

  • EDAD 6170 - Organization and Administration of Higher Education (3)

    This course is designed to study patterns of organization and governance with an emphasis on basic management principles associated with the administration of institutions of higher education. To be taken in the third semester of the program concurrently with EDAD 5180  and EDAD 7420 .
  

  • EDAD 6200 - Organization and Administration of the Secondary School (3)

    This course is designed to assist students in acquiring and/or increasing their knowledge concerning the many facets of the principal’s role in the secondary schools. The course will emphasize the findings of research pertaining to the building of effective schools and how this research can be implemented by principals to improve the quality of schools. This course is taken in the last (semester 5) of the M.Ed. and Ed.S. licensure program. All other courses in the program must be successfully completed prior to registering for this course. It is taken concurrently with EDAD 5720  and EDAD 5517  .
  

  • EDAD 6250 - International Global Education (3)

    This course compares and contrasts the philosophy, course content, methodology and management styles of school systems of various countries.
  

  • EDAD 6280 - Financial Management and Administration (3)

    This course is primarily concerned with fiscal management at the central office level, emphasizing the responsibilities of the director and the business manager. Logistical support services, especially transportation, the lunch program, maintenance, and operations will also be included. Taken in the last semester of the Ed.S. licensure program (semester 5) and concurrently with EDAD 6200  and EDAD 6517 .
  

  • EDAD 6300 - Communication for School Executives (3)

    This course reviews basic communication theory as a prelude to exploring the varied means of communication used by school administrators. Taken in the second semester of the Ed.S. licensure program and concurrently with EDAD 6110  and EDAD 6516 .
  

  • EDAD 6515 - Administrative Internship I (1)

    The first section of a systematic study and analysis of the work of a principal or supervisor in a given school situation through seminar and field experiences. The student will learn how to develop and prepare a portfolio for licensure and employment purposes. This course should be taken in the first semester of enrollment for students seeking administrative licensure. Students enrolling in EDAD 6515 must be concurrently taking EDAD 6010  and EDAD 6060  in the first semester.
  

  • EDAD 6516 - Administrative Internship-III (1)

    The second section of a systematic study and analysis of the work of a principal or supervisor in a given school situation through seminar and field experiences. The student will continue to prepare his/her professional portfolio and it will be evaluated in this course. Prerequisite(s): EDAD 6010 , EDAD 6060 , and EDAD 6515 . This course should be taken in the second semester of enrollment for students seeking administrative licensure. Students enrolling in EDAD 6516 must be concurrently taking EDAD 6110  and EDAD 6300  in the second semester.
  
  

  • EDAD 6580 - Action Research for Educators (3)

    This course provides educational leaders with a set of tools for engaging with significant problems in schools. Students will experience (a) collecting information, (b) conducting a diligent literature search and review, (c) reflecting critically, (d) making decisions and inquiring collaboratively, (e) investigating and data-analysis, (f) participating in interpretation, and (g) drawing conclusions, thus providing meaningful recommendations to stakeholders and equipping these leaders to “take action.” Action research may be engaged as a developmental process that systematically increases the scope of the investigation. Taken in the third semester of the Ed.S. non-licensure program and concurrently with EDAD 6070  and EDAD 6050 .
  

  • EDAD 6910/7910 - Independent Research in Leadership (3)

    This is an independent study course and require special permission to sign up.
  

  • EDAD 7000 - Interdepartmental Doctoral Seminar (3)

    This course is designed to assist doctoral students in writing the dissertation proposal.
  

  • EDAD 7010 - Theory and Principles of Educational Administration (3)

    A study of current theory and principles of educational administration. Prerequisite(s): For the Ed.D. PreK-12 program, students must successfully complete EDAD 6000, EDAD 7040, EDAD 7120, and EDAD 7180 prior to taking 7010.
  

  • EDAD 7020 - Policy Implementation in Educational Administration (3)

    A course to prepare students to develop and implement administrative policy in education at the local, state, and national levels. Forces which shape the thinking of policymaking bodies are emphasized. Also, the considerations necessary for effective formulations and implementations of policy in educational administration and supervision are analyzed.
  

  • EDAD 7030 - Qualitative-Naturalistic and Survey Research Methods (3)

    This course emphasizes the methodology involved in the development and implementation of naturalistic methods of research.
  

  • EDAD 7040 - Leadership and Interpersonal Relations for Administrators (3)

    This course examines the role, style, and function of a leader in the context of education. Theories of leadership styles are addressed.
    • Pre-K - 12 Administration Concentration students should take EDAD 7040
      • Part-time students in the fourth semester of the program of study concurrently with EDAD 7000  or EDAD 7280 .
      • Full-time students in the fourth semester concurrently with EDAD 7280  and EDAD 7030 . 
    • Higher Education Concentration students must take EDAD 7040 in the first semester of the program of study
  

  • EDAD 7050 - Professional Negotiations in Education (3)

    This course explores the background and rationale for negotiations and bargaining in education. The major emphasis is on the realities and practical sides of the negotiation process itself. 
  

  • EDAD 7060 - The Administration of Instructional Programs and Materials (3)

    Practices and processes used by administrative and supervisory leaders who plan, organize, and coordinate the professional activities of teachers in improving learning experiences are studied.
  

  • EDAD 7070 - Planning for Educational Change (3)

    This course includes strategic and operational planning, utilization of human resources, organizational development, financial resources, and the budgetary process in planning. Stress and change in education, and possible scenarios for the educational future are also covered. Prerequisite(s): For candidates in the Ed.D. PreK-12 program, EDAD 6000 , EDAD 6040 , EDAD 7120 , EDAD 7180 , EDAD 6010 , EDAD 7150 , EDAD 6080 , EDAD 7090  and EDCI 7000 , EDAD 6300 , and EDCI 7450 .
  

  • EDAD 7090 - Seminar in Education Administration and Supervision (3)

    A series of activities designed to integrate learning. Nine semester hours in Administration and Supervision and admission to Ed.D. Program. This course is taken near the end of the program. Prerequisite(s): For candidates in the Ed.D. PreK-12 program, EDAD 6000 , EDAD 6040 , EDAD 7120 , EDAD 7180  , EDAD 6010 , EDAD 7150 , EDAD 6080 , and EDCI 7000 , EDAD 6300 , and EDCI 7450 .
  

  • EDAD 7100 - Current Issues in Educational Administration (3)

    A course designed to insure that students are familiar with issues and trends in school administration and able to understand and evaluate the potential use and application of those which are appropriate.
  

  • EDAD 7110 - School District Administration (3)

    This course focuses on readings, discussion and problem solving in areas of school administration that primarily concern the board of education, the superintendent of schools, and the central office.
  

  • EDAD 7120 - Advanced Methods of Research (3)

    A course designed to teach methods of educational research. Prerequisite(s): EDAD 6000  and EDAD 6010  for PK-12; to be taken in second semester with EDAD 7180  and EDAD 7440  for higher education concentration.
  

  • EDAD 7130/6130 - The Community Junior College (3)

    This course is designed to give the student an overview of both the administration and curriculum of the community college.
  

  • EDAD 7150 - Advanced Legal Problems (3)

    Involves the study of legal problems encountered by school administrators. Methods of conducting legal research are employed. Nine semester hours in Administration and Supervision. Prerequisite(s): For candidates in the Ed.D. PreK-12 program, EDAD 6000 , EDAD 6040 , EDAD 7120 , EDAD 7180 , and EDAD 6010 . Students in Higher Education will register for the Higher Education Law section of this course during the fifth semester of the program, concurrently with EDAD 7499  and an EDAD elective.
  

  • EDAD 7180 - Statistical Analysis in Educational Leadership II (3)

    This course emphasizes the use of computers in education, especially educational administration. The focus is the use of statistical analysis packages and the application of computers to research and educational problems. Prerequisite(s): EDAD 6000  or equivalent. EDAD 6000  and EDAD 6010  for PK-12; to be taken in the second semester with EDAD 7120  and EDAD 7440  for higher education.
  

  • EDAD 7200 - Human Resource Administration (3)

    Emphasis is placed upon personnel policies and practices in schools and communities. Consideration is given to pupil-teacher, teacher-principal, principal-staff problems, and the interrelationships of these persons to each other and the community.
  

  • EDAD 7280 - Financial Management and Administration (3)

    This course is primarily concerned with fiscal management at the central office level, emphasizing the responsibilities of the director and the business manager. Logistical support services, especially transportation, the lunch program, maintenance, and operations will also be included.
  

  • EDAD 7300 - Communication for School Executives (3)

    This course reviews basic communication theory as a prelude to exploring the varied means of communication used by school administrators.
  

  • EDAD 7350 - Decision Making for Administrators (3)

    This course emphasizes the analytical approach to decision making for school administrators.
  

  • EDAD 7380 - Teaching Adult Education (3)

    This course is designed to provide a sound background from research data about the principles, methodology and instructional competencies which underlie the areas referred to as Adult Education. These areas include: (a) teaching basic skills to adults; (b) teaching adults to develop new insights, attitudes, skills and habits; (c) teaching adults to develop new skills and habits for utilizing leisure-voluntary and force; (d) teaching the adult to develop positive attitudes toward an acceptance of aging, illnesses and death; and (e) teaching adult citizens skills of thinking and learning, group dynamics and functional democracy. To be taken in the third semester for higher education concentration concurrently with EDAD 6170  and EDAD 7420 .
  

  • EDAD 7400 - Foundations of Higher Education (3)

    This course serves as an introduction to the historical, sociological, philosophical, and cultural foundations of higher education. Theoretical and methodological perspectives on inquiry in higher education as both a field of study and an arena for professional practice will also be explored. To be taken in the first semester of the program.
  

  • EDAD 7410 - Diversity and Higher Education (3)

    Diversity and Higher Education examines issues of diversity in colleges and universities from varied perspectives, including institutional; pedagogical; methodological; gender, race/ethnicity and class; and policy. To be taken in the first semester of the program.
  

  • EDAD 7420 - Curriculum, Students, and Faculty in Higher Education (3)

    Curriculum, Students, and Faculty in Higher Education examines the nature and characteristics of resources including the American college student, the professional, the curriculum as well as the co-curriculum. National data sources and professional literature will be used. Policy, services, procedures, and rights in the systems of higher education will be examined. To be taken in the third semester concurrently with EDAD 5180  and EDAD 6170 .
  

  • EDAD 7430 - Seminar in Higher Education (3)

    Seminar in Higher Education focuses on advanced understanding of scholarship and professional practice in the field of higher education. Students review literature and develop text and presentations based on their inquiries of the literature. All other required courses with a higher education focus are pre-requisites as well as approval of the instructor. To be taken in the sixth semester of the program, concurrently with EDAD 7550 and EDAD 7442 .
  

  • EDAD 7440 - Practicum in Higher Education (1)

    This course requires the candidate to complete a supervised professional practice within a selected higher education administrative area for each one (1) hour of academic credit. Candidates will meet for one (1) hour per week in a formal class setting with the course professor. Candidates will also be required to read a variety of supplemental articles, participate in class discussions on related issues arising from the work experience, and maintain a written log documenting the degree to which instructional objectives were targeted and met. Prerequisite(s): Completion of EDAD 6000 , EDAD 7400 , EDAD 7410 , EDAD 7180 , and EDAD 6040 .
  

  • EDAD 7441 - Practicum in Higher Education II (1)

    This course requires the candidate to complete an approved supervised professional practice within a selected higher education administrative area for each one (1) hour of academic credit. Candidates will meet for one (1) hour per week in a formal class setting with the course professor. Candidates will also be required to read a variety of supplemental articles, participate in class discussions on related issues arising from the work experience, and maintain a written log documenting the degree to which instructional objectives were targeted and met. Prerequisite(s): Completion of EDAD 6000 , EDAD 7400 , EDAD 7410 , EDAD 7180 , EDAD 6040 , EDAD 7440 , 6420, EDAD 5180 , EDAD 6170 , EDAD 7120 , and concurrently with EDAD 6040  and AGSC 6510.
  

  • EDAD 7442 - Practicum in Higher Education III (1)

    This course requires the candidate to complete an approved supervised professional practice within a selected higher education administrative area for each one (1) hour of academic credit. Candidates will meet for one (1) hour per week in a formal class setting with the course professor. Candidates will also be required to read a variety of supplemental articles, participate in class discussions on related issues arising from the work experience, and maintain a written log documenting the degree to which instructional objectives were targeted and met. Prerequisite: Completion of all coursework leading to the Comprehensive Exam and final semester of coursework. Prerequisite(s): To be taken in the sixth semester of the program, concurrently with EDAD 7450  and EDAD 7430 .
  

  • EDAD 7450 - Economics and Finance of Higher Education (3)

    Economics and Finance of Higher Education examines the economic context and fiscal management of higher education. To be taken in the sixth semester of the program, concurrently with EDAD 7430  and EDAD 7442 .
  

  • EDAD 7460 - Government, Public Policy, and Higher Education (3)

    This course focuses on the nature of relationships of government and public policy to post-secondary education. Issues of government relations and policy formulation and implementation as they relate to higher education are explored.
  

  • EDAD 7470 - Contemporary Topics in Higher Education (3-9)

    Contemporary Topics in Higher Education focuses on issues and topics of current relevance in higher education. Topics vary and reflect what is of current and recurrent importance in the field of higher education.
  

  • EDAD 7499 - Marketing in Higher Education (3)

    This course emphasizes the theory and practice of marketing applied to the post-secondary education enterprise with particular attention focused on data acquisition and analysis, strategic planning, and development of programs for candidate recruitment and promotion at the institution, college, department, and programmatic levels. To be taken in the fifth semester of the higher education concentration, concurrently with EDAD 7150  and an EDAD elective.
  

  • EDAD 8100 - Doctoral Dissertation (6-15)

    Successful completion of a doctoral dissertation is required of all doctoral candidates. A minimum of six (6) hours is required for graduation, however, students must enroll in dissertation credits for a consecutive minimum of two semesters. This is a variable credit course in which students may take 3 or 6 credit hours per semester. Students must pay the full fee for 15 semester hours; a reduced fee becomes effective after enrolling for 15 semester hours, at this time students enroll in section 35.
  

  • EDAD 8110 - Readings and Research in Educational Administration (3-6)

    This course is designed as a special readings course. A maximum of 6 hours may be used for the degree. Students must have completed all course work and be ready for EDAD 8100 . The class prepares students for their Proposal Hearing. Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of the Comprehensive Examination.
  

  • TELC 5001 - Adolescent Development (3)

    This course focuses on psychological theories related to adolescent cognitive, social and physical development. A better understanding of the changes adolescents are facing will help educators plan and implement appropriate lessons, activities, lectures, assignments, and teaching strategies. Issues relevant to intellectual development, socialization, and educational evaluation are examined. Teacher variables and student variables in the instructional process are explored. Students can apply their knowledge in a variety of settings with a multicultural perspective.
  

  • TELC 5003 - Managing the Learning Environment (3)

    This course focuses on the use of appropriate knowledge and skills for managing the total learning environment in secondary school settings with an emphasis on development of skills that facilitate effective teaching through appropriate management of techniques, including the involvement of parents and community members. Content modules and highly interactive discussion boards provide learning opportunities in an on-line setting.
  

  • TELC 5004 - Survey of Exceptional Children (3)

    This course provides a critical study of the history, issues, trends, and supporting research in special education. This course will enable the student to identify psychological, physical, educational, medical, behavioral and learning characteristics and needs of individuals with various disabilities, as well as students from diverse cultural, social, ethnic and racial backgrounds. Inclusion of students with disabilities, and techniques to adapt instruction to fit individual needs will be emphasized. An understanding of legislation, regulations, and litigation related to serving individuals with disabilities will enable the student to correlate individualized educational programs with the principles of normalization and least restrictive environments. Further, this course assists students in acquiring the knowledge and skills needed to function well as an educator in a changing and diverse society; an understanding of learners and learning processes; a knowledge of professional, ethical, and legal issues affecting educators; and the human relations skills needed to work effectively with individuals with disabilities and their families in both professional and community roles.
  

  • TELC 5005 - Teaching and Learning with Technology (3)

    This course will address the “Tennessee Statement of Education Teacher Licensure Standards for Professional Education.” All teacher candidates must complete studies in professional education. Professional education is a lifelong undertaking that is initiated in college course work, refined in field experiences, and enhanced during professional practice. The course work and related field and laboratory experiences enable the teacher candidate to meet the following performance standards in teaching all students including students at risk, students with disabilities, English language learners, economically disadvantaged students, highly mobile students, intellectually gifted students, and students from different racial and ethnic backgrounds.
  

  • TELC 5006 - Teachers as Agents of Change (3)

    This course is designed for those students working in a public school environment on the Alternative/Transitional License or the Occupational License. The course is designed to provide an overview of current issues, trends, and problems that are commonplace to teaching in public school settings. Students will engage in analytic learning experiences which focus on: a) teaching in urban, suburban, and rural settings, b) meeting the needs of diverse student populations, c) historical, sociological, and philosophical aspects of education in an diverse society, d) the legal and financial elements and equality/inequality of access and resources, e) governance issues related to public schooling in the U.S., f) developing knowledge and skills regarding professionalism, national and state initiatives, effective teaching, and licensure, and g) action research to improve current practice.

Economics
  

  • ECON 5000 - Foundation in Economics and Finance (3) (not for graduate credit)

    A basic study of macro and micro economic theory and corporate finance. Topics include fiscal & monetary policy, market structure, international trade, analytical techniques, capital budgeting, cost of capital, and financial planning. (4) Satisfies finance and economic MBA prerequisites. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 2020 or ACCT 5000 .
  

  • ECON 6010 - Statistical Methods (3)

    Development and application of probability and inferential statistics. Topics covered include Z-tests, T-tests, multiple regression and correlation, analysis of variance, and time series analysis. Prerequisite(s): ECON 2010 and 2040or ECON 000.
  

  • ECON 6110 - Managerial Economics (3)

    Application of economic theory to business decision making; emphasis is on profit objectives, measurement and forecasting demand, and costs. Prerequisite(s): ECON 2120 or ECON 5000  and ECON 2010.
  

  • ECON 6990 - Independent Study (1-3)

    This course is designed to develop research skills necessary to deal with complex managerial problems, as well as problems associated with other business disciplines, e.g., Accounting, Marketing, Information Systems and Quantitative Methods. The student, faculty advisor, and whenever possible, an executive from an organization where the student is employed or has a particular interest, cooperatively develop a study to seek a solution to an identifiable problem or opportunity. Prerequisite(s): 9 credit hours of MBA course work and prior approval of instructor.

Engineering
  

  • ENGR 5020 - Optimization Methods for Engineers (3)

    Computerized design methods for optimization techniques. Formulation of optimization. Problems using design variables and design constraints. Constrained and unconstrained minimization techniques using gradient and direct methods, special redesign directions for simplified analysis. 
  

  • ENGR 5070 - Object-Oriented Programming for Engineering (3)

    A course focused on design and implementation of engineering software systems using object-oriented programming approach. Object-oriented programming concepts are emphasized with applications from engineering and science. Topics include classes, interfaces, inheritance, polymorphism, packages, design patterns, and hardware-software integration. Java programming language is used as the main implementation language. Prerequisite(s): Basic programming skills (ENGR 2221 or ENGR 2231 or equivalent).
  

  • ENGR 5100 - Methods of Applied Mathematics for Engineering 1 (3)

    Review of differential equations, Laplace and Fourier transforms, linear algebra, complex variables, integration in complex plane, residue theorem, partial differential equations, boundary value problems, and Integral equations. Prerequisite(s): MATH 3120 or equivalent.
  

  • ENGR 5150 - Numerical Methods in Engineering (3)

    Numerical solutions of linear and non-linear equations, interpolation formulas, numerical integration and differentiation, and initial-value and boundary-value problems for ordinary and partial differential equations, eigenvalues and eigenvectors. Use of the computer in the numerical methods. Prerequisite(s): ENGR 3400 or equivalent.
  

  • ENGR 5200 - Modeling and Simulation of Dynamic Systems (3)

    The course presents the methodology applicable to the modeling and analysis of a variety of dynamic systems, regardless of their physical origin. It includes detailed modeling of mechanical, electrical, electro-mechanical, thermal, fluid, manufacturing, and computer systems. Models are developed in the form of state-variable equations, input-output differential equations, transfer functions, and block diagrams. The course covers analogies among diverse physical systems, subsystem coupling methods, discretization of distributed systems, generalized time and frequency responses, systematic modeling for a broad class of systems using Bond Graphs, system identifications, and analytical and computer simulations using MATLAB and Simulink. Prerequisite(s): ENGR 5100 - Methods of Applied Mathematics for Engineering 1 (3) 
  

  • ENGR 5300 - Probability and Statistics (3)

    Discrete and continuous probability densities, treatment of data, sampling distributions, inferences concerning means, variances and proportions, non-parametric test, curve fitting, regression analysis, and use of computer software in statistical problems, applications. Prerequisite(s): ENGR 3200 or equivalent.
  

  • ENGR 5400 - Sensor Technology and Processing (3)

    Study of sensor technology, modeling, implementation, and processing in control of passive and active systems. Concepts of sensor signature fusion, modeling, recognition and classification. Demonstration of intelligent sensor-based autonomous systems. Discussion of methods for sensor performance measurements. Prerequisite(s): ENGR 5100 . Laboratory design projects required.
  

  • ENGR 5500 - Special Problems (3)

    Industry-oriented design project coupled with oral presentation and a written report. Prerequisite(s): consent of advisor.
  

  • ENGR 5600 - Special Topics (3)

    Special subject presented to cover current problems of unique advances in the leading edge of techniques to technology transfer. Graduate faculty may also use ENGR 5605 ​, ENGR 5606 , or ENGR 5607 .
  

  • ENGR 5605 - Engineering Placeholder (3)

    Special subject presented to cover current problems of unique advances in the leading edge of techniques to technology transfer.
  

  • ENGR 5606 - Engineering Placeholder (3)

    Special subject presented to cover current problems of unique advances in the leading edge of techniques to technology transfer.
  

  • ENGR 5607 - Engineering Placeholder (3)

    Special subject presented to cover current problems of unique advances in the leading edge of techniques to technology transfer.
  

  • ENGR 6150 - Advanced Software Architectures (3)

    A project-based course focused on analysis, design, implementation, and integration of complex object-oriented software systems. State-of-the-art software reuse and component interoperability platforms such as COM, CORBA, Enterprise JavaBeans, and Web Services are discussed in detail. Distributed software system design methods as well as software design with UML are covered with practical applications. Prerequisite(s): ENGR 5070  or equivalent.

Civil Engineering
  

  • AREN 5100 - Computer Codes (3)

    Computer Codes and Systems as related to analysis and design of architectural, civil, electrical and mechanical engineering systems.
  

  • CVEN 5050 - Transportation Modeling (3)

    Analytical evaluation of trip generation, gravity models, probabilistic models used in trip distribution trip assignment; shortest path algorithm, Modal split calibration and testing of existing models. Application of generalized linear models and categorical outcome models in civil engineering data analysis.
  

  • CVEN 5090 - Traffic Engineering (3)

    A study of traffic congestion, capacity, signs and signalization, accident analysis and pedestrian controls using MUTCAD guidelines.
  

  • CVEN 5100 - Pavement Design-I (3)

    Analysis and design of sub-base and roadway surface; the mechanics of layered pavements (flexible and rigid), stresses and design criteria involved.
  

  • CVEN 5130 - Airport Planning and Design (3)

    An introduction to the airport design process, including airport planning, air site considerations, landslide considerations (terminal layout and design access systems, parking).
  

  • CVEN 5140 - Urban Mass Transit Planning-I (3)

    The mass transportation problem, demand analysis and statistical projections methodologies used in mass movement of people and goods using UMTA guidelines and procedures.
  

  • CVEN 5200 - Geometric Design of Highways (3)

    Concepts of design and the mechanics of motion applicable to the construction, operation, and maintenance of highways systems and facilities using AASHTO guidelines. Field exercises in horizontal and vertical curve layout required.
  

  • CVEN 5270 - Groundwater Contamination (3)

    Analysis of subsurface contaminant transport and remediation; activation, adsorption, dispersion, chemical reaction and biodegradation of contaminants in groundwater flow, application of mathematical models to predict contaminant transport; case studies.
  

  • CVEN 5280 - Solid Waste Management (3)

    Quantities and characteristics of solid wastes; collection methods and equipment; recycling of wastes; disposal methods including composting, incineration and sanitary landfills; economics and planning of solid waste management systems.
  

  • CVEN 5290 - Air Pollution Control (3)

    Sources of primary and secondary air pollution; production of air pollutants from combustion processes. Air pollution control devices; air quality modeling. Prerequisite(s): Graduate Standing or permission of instructor.
  

  • CVEN 5300 - Environmental Engineering Processes I (3)

    Theory and application of physical and chemical processes applied to water and wastewater treatment systems including coagulation, flocculation, sedimentation and filtration. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
  

  • CVEN 5320 - Environmental Engineering Design (3)

    Theory and design of structures for collection, purification, distribution, and disposal of water and wastewater.
  

  • CVEN 5330 - Water Quality Management (3)

    Analytical evaluation of chemical, physical, and biological processes in natural water systems such as streams, lakes and estuaries; estimation of waste assimilation capacity; water quality criteria and management.
  

  • CVEN 5340 - Industrial Waste Treatment and Disposal (3)

    Evaluation of industrial waste problems; characteristics of wastes produced from industries; applications of engineering principles to treatment, recovery, and disposal of industrial wastes.
  

  • CVEN 5350 - Hazardous Waste Management (3)

    Generation of hazardous wastes by industries; nature and quantities of hazardous wastes; Transportation, treatment and Disposal; Environmental Impacts; Risk Analysis of Spills; management of Radioactive Wastes.
  

  • CVEN 5360 - Environmental Engineering Laboratory (3)

    Basics of wet chemical analysis of water samples; titrametric and spectrometric analysis; evaluation of processes such as coagulations, thickening, adsorption, gas transfer, etc. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
  

  • CVEN 5370 - Environmental Chemistry (3)

    The kinetics and equilibrium relationships controlling the chemical behavior of aquatic environments; distribution and behavior of chemical species in dilute aqueous systems.
  

  • CVEN 5380 - Environmental Impact Analysis (3)

    An introduction to techniques for monitoring and assessing the impacts of engineering systems on environmental quality; study of air, water, land and urban environments.
  

  • CVEN 5390 - Principles of Sustainable and Geoenvironmental Engineering (3)

    Definition, methodology, and current applications of the principles of sustainability and resiliency in engineering practice. Engineering properties of solid wastes, flow of water and contaminants through soils, overview of waste containment systems, design of compacted clay liners and geosynthetic liners, leachate collection systems, landfill covers design, containment geotechnics, design constraints, legal and ethical considerations, environmental, economic, and social impacts. Prerequisite(s): Students must have taken the undergraduate CVEN 3130 Soil Mechanics (2). Principles of soil mechanics, index properties of soils, particle size and gradation, soil identification and classification, permeability of soils, failure criteria, concept of effective stress in soils, shear strength and shear testing, settlement and consolidation tests. 
  

  • CVEN 5400 - Theoretical Soil Mechanics (3)

    Flow of water in soil, stresses in soil mass, 1-D and 3-D consolidated including standard and constant strain-rate tests, shear strengths of soils, Triaxial and Simple Shear Tests. Prerequisite(s): CVEN 3130 or equivalent.
  

  • CVEN 5410 - Ground Water and Seepage (3)

    Hydro mechanics of confined and unconfined flow of water through soil; potential theory, application to design of earth dams and retaining walls. Prerequisite(s): CVEN 3130 or equivalent.
  

  • CVEN 5420 - Advanced Foundation Engineering (3)

    Subsoil investigation, shallow foundations. Analysis and design of retaining walls, piles and pile foundations. Prerequisite(s): CVEN 4440 or equivalent.
 

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