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COM-451 Mass Media and Political Violence
Prerequisite: COM-102
An examination of historical as well as contemporary roles of mass communication in connection to political crises, wars, and terrorism. Students will learn about pertinent theories and methodologies that guide the research of these topics. 4 credits.
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COM-457 Mass Media & Political Violence
COM-202
Examination of the historical and contemporary
roles of mass communication in connection to
political crises, wars, and terrorism (topics
range from WWI to ISIS’ use of social media).
Students will learn about pertinent theories and
methodologies that guide the research of these
topics. Furthermore, students will critically
reflect on production and consumption of
political violence-related media content.
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COM-460 Communication Ethics
GER: UQ (Ultimate Questions)
The ethical questions raised by the practice of human communication. The sources of ethical standards, methods of ethical criticism, and perspectives on the ethics of persuasion. 4 credits.
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COM-461 Media Law
COM-102
Issues confronting public speakers, journalists, advocates, debaters, and film and television producers when they seek to speak freely and responsibly. Topics include: seditious speech, symbolic conduct, fighting words, offensive speech, obscenity, defamation, commercial speech, free press v. fair trial, media regulation, advertising codes, and the theoretical justifications for free expression. 4 credits.
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COM-470 Seminar in Rhetoric
Intensive treatment of a major question, theme, or issue in the field of rhetoric. 4 credits.
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COM-475 Seminar in Mass Communications
Intensive treatment of a major question, theme, or issue in the field of mass communication. 4 credits.
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COM-501 Independent Study
Qualified students study in a specific subject or theory of communication under the supervision of a faculty member. Students are required to do intensive reading and research in their subject, meet with their faculty supervisor on a regular basis, write an extensive paper, and give an oral presentation on their work. Not eligible for the pass-no pass grading option. Variable credit.
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COM-502 Directed Research
Variable credit.
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COM-503 Individualized Internship
Not eligible for the pass-no pass grading option. Variable credit.
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COM-505 Structured Internship
Directed internship in the field of communication. Studying the communicative practices employed in such settings as a courtroom, television or radio station, newspaper, magazine, advocacy group, mediation center, or arts organization. Students are required to work approximately 175 hours at their internship site, meet regularly with their workplace and faculty advisors, and submit a log, portfolio, and academic paper relating to their internship work. Not eligible for the pass-no pass grading option. Variable credit.
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COM-509 Forensics
The research, analysis, organization, and practice of debates and speeches for on-campus and intercollegiate debating and speaking competitions. Applying theories of argumentation to develop cases for and against public issues. Variable credit.
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Community Engaged Medicine |
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CEM-601 Community Medicine Fieldwork
Eight or more hours per week directly observing and engaging with people to gain tangible skills in areas not often served by traditional internship or shadowing opportunities. Exposure will increase awareness to the interconnectedness of socioeconomic issues, behavioral issues, and cultural issues incorporated into health and medicine. 3 credits.
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CEM-605 Implicit Bias and Community Engagement
Discovery and exploration of hidden biases related to disparities in health (perceived and real). Focus on recognition of ways the human brain perceives differences and ways medical care is impacted to help prepare students to engage in the local community. 1 credit.
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CEM-606 Clincial Experiential Training
Hands-on training to support Community Medicine Fieldwork placement. 1 credit.
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CEM-610 Applied Human Clinical Anatomy
Active, inquiry-based course serves as a study of structure and function based on clinical data including 3D human modeling, x-rays, scans, and MRIs. Case-based anatomy modules foster student collaboration and discussion as they expand on the typical anatomy applied to various diseases, congenital issues, malformations, and syndromes. Case-study discussion will be supplemented with traditional use of anatomy models, computer simulation, and dissections. 4 credits.
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CEM-615 Applied Human Clinical Physiology
Active, inquiry-based course serves to study of human physiology based on clinical data including enzyme levels, respiratory indicators, and cardiac indicators. Case-based physiology modules foster collaboration and discussion to expand on the typical physiology applied to various diseases, congenital issues, malformations, and syndromes. Case-study discussions will be supplemented with hands-on data acquisition including pulmonary function, cardiac output, stroke volume, pulse, and heart sounds. 4 credits.
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CEM-620 Applied Epidemiology
Epidemiologic concepts and methods used to evaluate the distribution and determinants of health and disease in populations. Emphasis on basic principles of epidemiology, measures in epidemiology, and epidemiologic study designs and analysis. Other topics that are important to an understanding of epidemiology including outbreak investigations, screening, and the role of epidemiology in public health will also be included. Laboratories will focus on the calculation and application of basic epidemiology measures of disease frequency, comparison, and impact, and interpretation of epidemiologic literature. 3 credits.
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CEM-625 Advanced Genetics
Molecular genetics using human examples to broaden students’ appreciation for the complexity of the impact of genetics on individuals, families, and society. Gene mapping using modern molecular techniques, whole genome sequencing, whole genome association studies, genome editing, various omics (genomics, transcriptomics, exomics, proteomics, etc.), epigenetics, and quantitative trait analysis. Discussion topics could also include the genetic basis of skin color and whether race is a mere social construct, the genetic basis of personalized medicine and whether it creates two classes of patients. Independent research and presentations of a human genetic disorder will be required. 4 credits.
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CEM-630 Metabolic Biochemistry and Nutrition
Metabolic pathways with an emphasis on disorders associated with metabolic enzymes. Significant consideration of the regulation of these pathways focused on metabolic alternations in the fed versus fasted state. Alterations to the pathway as seen in various disease states will also be addressed which will be heavily supplemented with primary literature discussions. Introduction of nutritional topics including essential vitamins, dietary manipulations, and the impact of nutrition on metabolic disorders and diseases, such as diabetes and obesity. 3 credits.
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CEM-650 Health Policy
Introduction to policy analysis by examining issues in the health sector with a focus on the local community. Fosters an appreciation of the complexity of policy problems and the policy-making process. Use of primary literature and current data to develop basic tools for policy design, implementation and evaluation. 3 credits.
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CEM-675 Healthcare Seminar
Conversations and case studies enable student to share experiences and contribute developing expertise on topics of interest. Guest lectures by experts in the medical and health communities. Development of individual projects to reflect on common thread of “community engaged medicine”. 2 credits.
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Computer Science |
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CSC-025 Programming Workshop
Prerequisite: CSC-121
A laboratory course in which students strengthen their computer problem-solving skills and create a portfolio of their work. Students will write programs alone as well as in small groups. May be repeated. 0 credits.
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CSC-105 Intro to Computer Science
GER: MR (Mathematical and Formal Reasoning)
Introduction to computing through the lens of a significant problem domain. How is computing used to solve problems? What do you need to know to use computing to solve applied problems? A single potential problem is studied from domains which include the arts, sciences, education and medicine. Examples of specific topics include assistive technology, artificial intelligence, social media, social agents and robots, humanities, games or any other area that demonstrates significant computer science applications. Check out the current themes being offfered now. 4 credits.
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CSC-121 Intro to Computer Programming
GER: MR (Mathematical and Formal Reasoning)
Prerequisite: CSC-105 , BIO-111 , CHM-110 , EES-112 , EES-113 , EES-115 , MTH-145 , MTH-150 , or PHY-111 . May be enrolled concurrently with department permission.
Algorithms, programs and computers. Basic programming and program structure. Debugging and verification of programs. Survey of computers, languages, systems and applications. 4 credits.
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CSC-122 Data Structures and Algorithms
Prerequisite: CSC-121
Emphasis on use of data structures to model and implement algorithms as computer programs. Principles of high-level program analysis and design. 4 credits.
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CSC-221 Topics in Programming
Prerequisite: CSC-121
Intensive experience in which students study a new programming language or programming paradigm. Practice solving problems individually as well as in a team environment. Significant laboratory component required. Course may be repeated with change of topics. Significant laboratory component required. Course may be repeated with change of topics. May Experience ONLY. 2 credits.
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CSC-231 Computer Organization
Prerequisite: CSC-105 and CSC-121
Computer structure, machine language, instruction execution, addressing techniques and digital representation of data. Systems organization and logic design. Several projects. Several projects. 4 credits.
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CSC-241 Mobile Apps
Prerequisite: CSC-121
Exploration into developing simple applications for mobile platforms like the iPhone, Apple Watch, iPad, and others. Introduction to the appropriate programming language(s) and Software Developers Kits for our mobile platforms and build several useful applications. May Experience ONLY. 2 credits.
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CSC-261 Discrete Structures for Computer Science
Prerequisite: CSC-105 , CSC-121 and MTH-120 , MTH-145 , or MTH-150
Introduction to induction, recursion, Boolean algebra and switching theory, directed and undirected graphs, finite state machines and formal languages. 4 credits.
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CSC-270 Computational Techniques for the Humanities
Tools and techniques for creating, manipulating, and analyzing texts computationally. Intended for students of any discipline to provide competence and confidence in thinking about text and language in a digital environment. 4 credits.
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CSC-271 Morals, Law and Society in the Digital Age
A study of social, legal, and moral issues raised by the development of digital information technologies. Examine the interaction between law, policy, and technology relating to current issues such as intellectual property, privacy, computer crime, and the risks of computing. Topics vary. Topics vary. 4 credits.
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CSC-272 Introduction to Data Mining
GER: HB (Empirical Study of Human Behavior)
Prerequisite: CSC-105
The algorithms and computing tools fundamental to data science: the process of extracting accurate and generalizable models from data via machine learning. Topics will include the prediction of outcomes, the discovery of associations, and the identification of similar groups. Students will complete a project related to human behavior, starting with data collection and cleaning, culminating in the presentation of a model and visualization of results. 4 credits.
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CSC-273 History of Technology and Discovery
GER: HA (Historical Analysis of Human Interactions)
A historical survey of technology, invention, and science, and how these have affected society. How have scientific discoveries affected our understanding of the universe and our place in it? How have human needs driven mankind to invent technology and apply scientific principles to solve human problems? Special emphasis will be placed on computer systems and their evolving role in society. 4 credits.
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CSC-331 Computer Architecture
Prerequisite: CSC-231
The design and structure of modern computers. The evolution of computer architecture, processor design, information storage, and operating system organization. Several projects. Several projects. 4 credits.
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CSC-332 Data Communications and Networking
Prerequisite: CSC-231
Introduction to the concepts and principles of data communications and computer networks. Topics include LANs, internetworking, routing, congestion and flow control, client/server applications and network security. 4 credits.
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CSC-341 Database Management Systems
Prerequisite: CSC-122
Fundamental principles of data base models and data base management systems design, implementation, and application. 4 credits.
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CSC-342 Web-Based Application Design
Prerequisite: CSC-122
An intensive, project-based introduction to a wide range of programming techniques used in developing interactive, data-driven Web applications. Coverage includes the integrated use of client-side scripting, server-side scripting, online database technology and multimedia authoring tools. Special topics of current interest are also covered. Special topics of current interest are also covered. 4 credits.
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CSC-343 Artificial Intelligence
Prerequisite: CSC-122 and CSC-261
A study of methods and models for making a computer display behavior that would be considered intelligent if done by a human. 4 credits.
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CSC-344 Computer Graphics and Image Processing
Prerequisite: CSC-122 and CSC-261
Fundamentals of computer graphics and image processing. Topics include: mathematical representations for scaling, rotation, translation and projection on viewing plane. Major project requires design and implementation of a three-dimensional graphics display system 4 credits.
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CSC-345 Computational Science
Prerequisite: CSC-121 and MTH-151
Exploration of algorithms for simulation, data analysis, and optimization necessary for a variety of scientific applications. Parallel computation will also be explored as an alternative when serial algorithms are not sufficient. 4 credits.
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CSC-346 Operating Systems
Prerequisite: CSC-122
An introduction to the design of modern operating systems. Topics include processes, scheduling, synchronization, deadlock, file and memory management, I/O, security, and distributed systems. 4 credits.
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CSC-347 Human Computer Interaction
Prerequisite: CSC-122
Introduction to the field of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) focusing on a user-centered design process including the theory and application of what makes a user interface usable. Application of design principles and empirical studies to identify a design problem, analyze requirements, and iteratively design, implement and evaluate a solution. HCI research topics such as social technologies, universal usability and participatory design will also be examined. 4 credits.
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CSC-348 Game Design & Development
Prerequisites: CSC-122 and CSC-261
An interactive overview of game design and development. Game design from a historical perspective by analyzing classic and modern board games and video games. Topics include: immersion, storytelling, mechanics, balance and fairness, and content. Engage student design ideas by iteratively developing an original, prototype game. Game development topics include: scripting, interaction, detecting objects, collision detection, and artificial intelligence (AI). 4 credits.
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CSC-351 Project Management
Prerequisite: CSC-121
Principles, tools, and techniques of software project management. Major topics include initiating projects, planning projects, executing and controlling projects, closing projects, and professional responsibilities. 4 credits.
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CSC-352 Systems Analysis
Prerequisite: CSC-122
A study of the principles involved in the design and implementation of computer applications. Topics include problem analysis techniques, documentation standards, prototyping and fourth-generation languages, and organizational impact of information systems. 4 credits.
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CSC-353 Software Engineering
Prerequisite: CSC-122
Principles of design of large computer programs and systems of programs. Topics include file structures and advanced features of business-oriented languages. 4 credits.
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CSC-361 Information Structures
Prerequisite: CSC-122 and CSC-261
Basic concepts of data. Linear lists, strings, arrays and orthogonal lists. Representation of trees and graphs. Multilinked structures. Analysis of the time and space complexity of several important algorithms. 4 credits.
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CSC-362 Information Security
Prerequisite: CSC-121
Fundamental principles and practices affecting computer and information security. Basic concepts of confidentiality, integrity, and availability and how they affect the security of computer systems, networks, and applications. Authentication models, intrusion detection, cryptography, software vulnerabilities, and issues of law and privacy. 4 credits.
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CSC-363 Programming Language Structures
Prerequisite: CSC-122
Study of several programming languages including specification of syntax and semantics. Global properties of algorithmic languages. Several programming projects. Several programming projects. 4 credits.
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CSC-364 Compilers
CSC-122 and CS-231
Introduction to the theory and practice of compiler design: translation of high-level languages into assembly language. Topics will include tokenizing, parsing, type checking, code generation and optimization. Several programming projects required. 4
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CSC-372 Machine Learning with Big Data
CSC-122 and CSC-272 or Permission of Instructor
An applied study of algorithms and models to perform machine learning on very large datasets. Topics will include how to mine unstructured datasets (e.g., text and images) using deep learning and programming scalable data science applications over the cloud. Students will complete a data science project tailored to a significant real world problem domain. 4
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CSC-461 Computational Theory
Prerequisite: CSC-122 and CSC-261
Introduction to topics in computability, automata and formal language theory. Applications of these concepts to various areas of computer science. 4 credits.
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CSC-465 Introduction to Numerical Analysis
Introduction to the numerical algorithms fundamental to mathematical and scientific problems. 4 credits.
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CSC-475 Seminar in Computer Science
GER: WR (Writing-Research Intensive)
any first year writing seminar, CSC-122 and one CSC course numbered 300 or greater
Prepare papers on topics drawn from research journals in computer science and give oral presentations on articles read. Enrollment limited to juniors and seniors. 4 credits.
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CSC-501 Independent Study
Variable credit.
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CSC-502 Research
Theoretical or laboratory research in computer science with potential for publication in professional journals or presentation at professional meetings. Results are presented to a committee for evaluation. May be retaken for credit. Variable credit.
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DSC-475 Seminar in Applied Data Science
CSC-105 or CSC-121 , CSC-272 , and one of the following: BIO-222 , ECN-225 , MTH-120 , MTH-341 , POL-150 , PSY-202 or SOC-303 .
A capstone experience for students studying data science. Involves a significant interdisciplinary data analytics project, emphasizing data acquisition, preparation, analysis, and written and oral presentation of results. 4 credits.
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Earth and Environmental Sciences |
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EES-111 Earth and the Silver Screen
GER: NWL (Empirical Study of the Natural World with laboratory) and NE (Humans and the Natural Environment)
Basic concepts of earth and environmental sciences by exploring the portrayal of these concepts in mainstream television and film. Students may receive credit for only one of these three courses: EES-111, EES-113 or EES-115. 4 credits.
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EES-112 Environmental Science
GER: NWL (Empirical Study of the Natural World with laboratory) and NE (Humans and the Natural Environment)
Study of human transformation of Earth as a trade-off for growth of the human enterprise. Topics include changes in population, land cover (agriculture, deforestation, urbanization), climate, nitrogen and phosphorous cycles, biodiversity; limits of water, soil, energy and mineral resources; and links between population and consumption patterns. 4 credits.
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EES-113 Natural Hazards and Natural Disasters
GER: NWL (Empirical Study of the Natural World with laboratory) and NE (Humans and the Natural Environment)
An introduction to the understanding of natural hazards and disasters (earthquakes, volcanoes, tsunamis, hurricanes, etc) as violent and often destructive phenomena triggered by dynamic geological processes. Emphasis on the interrelationship among hazards and human role in them. Students may receive credit for only one of these three courses: EES-111, EES-113 or EES-115. 4 credits.
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EES-115 Earth Systems
GER: NWL (Empirical Study of the Natural World with laboratory) and NE (Humans and the Natural Environment)
An introduction to Earth as an evolving, integrated, and cyclic system. Examination of major surficial and internal Earth processes that shape the human environment and control the distribution of geologic resources such as water, fossil fuels, strategic minerals, and soils. Students may receive credit for only one of these three courses: EES-111 , EES-113 or EES-115 . 4 credits.
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EES-200 Topics in Spatial Analysis and Visualization
Introduction to data visualization, spatial analysis, visual communication, and the role of models in analyzing data. Analytical techniques will be applied to cases from a broad range of disciplines using webGIS and other alternative tools. 4 credits.
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EES-201 Geographic Information Systems
Introduction to use of geographic information system analysis to enhance geographic pattern and relationship recognition in geo-spatial data. Data collection and data quality. Data transformation and linkages. GIS modeling. 4 credits.
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EES-210 Surficial Processes
Prerequisite: EES-111 , EES-112 , EES-113 or EES-115
Introduction to the physical and chemical processes and their mechanics that operate within the Earth146s surficial systems to govern landform development. Includes quantitative analysis of geomorphic data in an interdisciplinary context, with emphasis on the interpretation of process. 4 credits.
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EES-218 Plate Tectonics and Earthquakes
Prerequisite: EES-111, EES-112, EES-113 or EES-115
History, theory, and application of the plate tectonic paradigm to ancient and modern earthquake activity and contemporaneous crustal instability. Case studies of modern earthquake activity, paleoseismicity, and prediction. 4 credits.
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EES-220 Mineralogy and Petrology I
Prerequisite: EES-111 , EES-112 , EES-113 or EES-115
Introduction to minerals as basic Earth materials in terms of their physical and chemical properties, use, environmental importance and stability, including their identification in hand specimen. Investigation of mineral assemblages found in igneous, metamorphic and sedimentary rocks in order to understand their origin, evolution and use. Field trips required. Field trips required. Should be enrolled with CHM-110 . 4 credits.
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EES-221 Mineralogy and Petrology II
Prerequisite: EES-220
Advanced study of minerals with emphasis on the crystallography, crystal chemistry and optical properties of silicate minerals. Advanced study of igneous and metamorphic rocks with emphasis on the integration of field, geochemical and optical techniques to determine their conditions of formation and evolution. Field trips required. Field trips required. Should be enrolled with CHM-210. 4 credits.
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EES-230 Watershed Hydrology
Prerequisite: EES-111 , EES-112 , EES-113 , EES-115 , BIO-111 , or CHM-110
Study of the basic hydrologic concepts, the role of energy and biology in the hydrologic cycle, climate and precipitation, natural and anthropogenic inputs to water quality, and the concept of the watershed with emphasis on morphology, management and watershed functions. 4 credits.
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EES-301 Remote Sensing
The theory and application of remote sensing studies as a tool for environmental management. Topics include the fundamentals of electromagnetic radiation, different methods of remote sensing, platforms and sensor technology, visual image interpretation, and digital image processing. 4 credits.
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EES-310 Sedimentary Systems
Prerequisite: EES-220
Principles of sedimentology, sedimentary processes, and depositional environments. Description, classification, and interpretation of sedimentary rocks. 4 credits.
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EES-325 Structural Geology
Prerequisite: EES-220
Origin and description of folds, faults, and fractures. Behavior of Earth materials under stress. Analysis of stress and strain. Modern structural concepts. Field trips required. Field trips required. 4 credits.
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EES-330 Hydrogeology
Prerequisite: EES-111 , EES-112 , EES-113 or EES-115
Study of the hydrologic cycle, groundwater system, principles of groundwater flow, groundwater quality, monitoring and management techniques, computer modeling techniques. 4 credits.
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EES-343 Environmental Systems
GER: NE (Humans and the Natural Environment)
Prerequisite: BIO-111 , CHM-110 , EES-111 , EES-112 , EES-113 or EES-115 .
Same as BIO-343 . Same as BIO-343 (43). Interdisciplinary examination of the physical, biological and chemical processes that control the flow of matter and energy in surface environments on planet Earth. Emphasis on the interactions between abiotic and biotic processes. Lab includes field studies and weekend trips. Lab includes field studies and weekend trips. 4 credits.
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EES-350 Field Study of Regional Geology
Prerequisite: EES-325
Field examination of lithologic and structural relationships and ore deposits to demonstrate the geologic history of a specific region of North America. Normally offered as a summer session course, which includes a two- to three-week field trip to the region being studied. May Experience ONLY. 2 credits.
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EES-351 Field Studies in Appalachian Geology
Field study of the geologic development of the Appalachian Mountains, from the viewpoint of Cenozoic geomorphology, Precambrian through Mesozoic stratigraphy, plutonism, metamorphism, and plate tectonic development. Field data collection and interpretation. Field data collection and interpretation. May Experience ONLY. 2 credits.
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EES-352 Field Studies in Iceland
Field study of modern tectonic, volcanic, and glacial processes in Iceland, an active part of the Atlantic mid-ocean ridge and hotspot system. Consideration of impacts of climate change on glacial processes. May Experience ONLY. 2 credits.
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EES-353 Sustainable Fiji
Examining and exploring the environmental, social, and economic sustainability of eco-tourism in Fiji. Students will visit and assess numerous eco-tourist destinations within Fiji, with a particular emphasis on understanding the impact of humans and tourism on the local natural environment and culture. May Experience ONLY. 2 credits.
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EES-354 Field Studies in the Sierra Nevadas
A multi-disciplinary field study of the Sierra Nevada Mountains focusing on geology, ecology, conservation, the work and writings of John Muir, wilderness education and medicine, and human modification of the environment. Field data collection, interpretation, and reflection. Field data collection, interpretation, and reflection. May Experience ONLY. 2 credits.
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EES-355 People, Resources and Development in Tanzania
This field based course offers an interdisciplinary study of the interrelationships between people, geology, ecology, and natural resource management in Tanzania. Emphasis on issues related to livelihood security, economic development of wildlife, and coastal/marine conservation. May Experience ONLY. 2 credits.
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EES-356 Field Study in the Rocky Mountains
Prerequisite: EES-112 , EES-113 , EES-115 or SUS-120
A multi-disciplinary field study of the Rocky Mountains focusing on geology, ecology, and mineral resources, and human modification of the environment. Field data collection, interpretation, and reflection. Field data collection, interpretation, and reflection. May Experience ONLY. 2 credits.
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EES-357 Fly Fishing and River Conservation
Take BIO 102 , BIO 111 , EES 112 , EES 113 , EES 115 , or SUS 120
Introduction to Fly Fishing. Watershed geology, stream structure, reading a stream to identify likely location of fish, life cycle of aquatic insects and other food sources, biology of fish and common fish behavior, resource conservation, ethics of “catch and release”, basic fly tackle and rigging techniques, basic fly casting techniques, and basic fly tying techniques. May Experience ONLY. May Experience ONLY. 2 credits.
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EES-358 Geology and Astronomy Southwestern US
A multi-disciplinary field study carried out in the southwestern US focusing on interrelationships among regional geology, planetology, and celestial observations at selected field sites. Observed features of the Solar System and comparative geology of the earth, moon, and Mars. Geologic and astronomic field observation,collection and interpretation of terrestrial and celestial data, and reflection. May Experience ONLY. May Experience ONLY. 2 credits.
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EES-360 Geology and Sustainability of India
GER: NW (Empirical Study of the Natural World) and NE (Humans and the Natural Environment)
Examining the interactions between climate, geology, and population of India from an Earth Systems approach. Emphasis on landscape changes, pressures on natural resources such as air, water, soil, forest ecosystems, population growth, natural hazards, and sustainability. 4 credits.
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EES-402 Geochemistry
Prerequisite: EES-220
Distribution of the elements and geochemical evolution of the earth and solar system. Isotope geochemistry. Chemical equilibrium in igneous, metamorphic, and sedimentary environments. Application of thermodynamics to geologic systems. 4 credits.
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EES-410 Ocean and Climate Systems
Prerequisites: EES-111 , EES-112 , EES-113 or EES-115
This course is an introduction to the understanding of physics that govern the large scale circulations of the ocean and the atmosphere and its connection to the global climate. Emphasis will be on ocean-atmosphere interaction, energy transfer, climate changes and human impacts. 4 credits.
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EES-421 Ore Deposits
Prerequisite: EES-220
Mineralogy, geochemistry and geologic associations of ore deposits. Geochemical and geophysical methods of exploration. Ore minerals in hand specimen and polished section. Several field trips. Several field trips. 4 credits.
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EES-425 Regional Tectonics
Prerequisite: EES-325
Emphasis on the history of the tectonic development of North America as demonstrated by structure and stratigraphy. 4 credits.
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EES-430 Engineering Geology
Prerequisite: EES-325
Theory and applied aspects of engineering geology; rock strength, soil mechanics, and slope stability studies; geophysical methods and remote sensing techniques as applied to problems in geological engineering. 4 credits.
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EES-472 Research and Analysis
GER: WR (Writing-Research Intensive)
Prerequisites: any first year writing seminar and EES-111 , EES-112 , EES-113 or EES-115
Analysis of data, reading of scientific literature relevant to individual research, and writing of a thesis based on the results of an independent research project. Students must also present results at a professional meeting and to the department. EES-502 must be enrolled at the same time. 4 credits.
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EES-474 Senior Capstone
EES/SUS 472 or SUS 473
Synthesis integrating the research experience into the interdisciplinary context across EES and SUS majors. Develop writing, collaboration, and communication skills. 4
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EES-475 Earth and Environmental Science Seminar
2 credits.
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EES-502 Research
Investigation involves laboratory or field work. Results of the research are reported. May be retaken for credit. The grade will depend largely on the initiative of the student. Variable credit.
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EES-504 Directed Independent Study
A topic of special interest selected by the student and a faculty member with whom the student chooses to work. The study is done mostly with earth or environmental sciences literature. Results of the investigation are reported in a paper written according to the style and format of professional earth or environmental sciences publications. The grade will depend largely on the initiative of the student. The grade will depend largely on the initiative of the student. Variable credit.
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ECN-100 Personal Finance
Prerequisite: junior or senior class standing
Consideration of personal income, expenditures, borrowing, savings and investments. May not fulfill a major requirement for majors offered within Economics. May not fulfill a major requirement for majors offered within Economics. 4 credits.
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ECN-105 Exploring Economics with Song Lyrics
Introductory exploration of economic concepts and ideas such as poverty, conspicuous consumption, money and wealth, taxes, through song lyrics. The course will require students to explore genres of music including folk, country, rock ‘n’ roll, hip-hop, that make reference to the economy or economic theories and ideas. Emphasis of the course is on in-class presentations, library research of economic concepts, and writing assignments that capture the nexus between chosen lyrics/songs and economic ideas and theories. May Experience ONLY. 2 credits. May Experience ONLY. 2 credits.
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ECN-111 Introduction to Economics
GER: HB (Empirical Study of Human Behavior)
Introduction to the essential concepts of economic analysis and implications for public policy. Emphasis on examining the operation of markets in both a macro and micro setting. Topics include: inflation, unemployment and monetary policy as well as consumer behavior, the operation of business firms, and supply and demand. Offerings at other institutions are not typically considered equivalent to this course unless they provide thorough coverage of topics introduced in both macro and microeconomics. 4 credits.
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ECN-200 Federal Reserve and Monetary Policy
Prerequisite: ECN-111
An examination of the Federal Reserve system and its important role in the conduct of monetary policy. Emphasis is placed on the collection and interpretation of current economic indicators and how the Federal Reserve might respond to the existing economic situation. Course material will prepare students to participate in the Fed Challenge. May Experience ONLY. 2 credits.
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ECN-224 Law and Economics
Prerequisite: ECN-111
Exploration of the field of law and economics using standard microeconomic tools to examine torts, contract law, property law, and the theory and empirical evidence on criminal behavior. 4 credits.
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ECN-225 Statistics for Economics and Business
GER: MR (Mathematics & Formal Reasoning)
Introduction to applied probability and statistics. Topics include: tabular and graphical presentation of data; descriptive measures of central tendency, dispersion, and location; probability and probability distributions (discrete and continuous); inferential statistics and hypothesis testing; bivariate analysis (qualitative and quantitative), including crosstabulation, covariance, correlation, and simple linear regression. Transfer credit will not be awarded until students pass an equivalency exam administered by the department. Students cannot receive credit for this course and MTH-241. Students cannot receive credit for this course and MTH-120 . 4 credits.
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ECN-233 Economics of Gender
GER: HB (Empirical Study of Human Behavior)
Prerequisite: ECN-111
Examination of the significance of gender differences in the U.S. economy. Topics include: differences in earnings and occupational choice, discrimination, consequences of women’s employment for the family, and the feminization of poverty. 4 credits.
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