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Graduate Record 2010-2011 
    
Graduate Record 2010-2011 [ARCHIVED RECORD]

Course Descriptions


 

Human Services

  
  • EDHS 7993 - Independent Study


    Permits students to work on individual study topics, under close faculty guidance, when particular needs cannot be met by registration in regularly scheduled courses. May be repeated for credit; however, only six credits of EDHS 793 may be included in an M.Ed. degree program. The independent study topic must be listed on the student’s degree application. Section 1: Letter Grading Section 2: S/U Grading Prerequisite: Approval of advisor and instructor, and an approved plan of study.



    Credits: 1 to 6
  
  • EDHS 8020 - Disorders of Communication: Augmentative and Alternate Systems


    A lecture-demonstration course that introduces the techniques and materials essential to developing augmentative communication programs for children, adolescents, and adults who are non-vocal or severely physically handicapped. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EDHS 8030 - Disorders of Motor Speech Production


    Review of contemporary issues in the practice of speech-language pathology for patients with dysarthria or apraxia of speech: includes semiology, etiology, pathophysiology and nosology. Introduces clinical practice, including evaluation, treatment and counseling. Prerequisite/corequisite: EDHS 502, 505, 706, 719 or instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EDHS 8090 - Disorders of Language I


    Coverage includes language differences, language delays, language deviancies, and specific language impairment with topics ranging from language sampling to linguistic analysis, to intervention and counseling. Topical coverage also include linguistic diversity, bilingualism, early intervention, literacy acquisition, dyslexia and hyperlexia. Prerequisite: Language development course or instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EDHS 8100 - Disorders of Language II


    Coverage includes semiology and clinical intervention for persons presenting with developmental aphasia, Down syndrome, Asperger syndrome, autism, pragmatic-semantic language disorder, sensory integration and motor disorder. Clinical interventions center on behavioral and family-centered approaches. Prerequisite: Language development course, EDHS 809, or instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EDHS 8110 - Disorders of Language: Aphasia


    Reviews contemporary issues in clinical aphasiaology, including epidemiology, etiology, pathophysiology, semiology, and nosology. Introduces clinical practice, including evaluation, treatment, and counseling. Prerequisite: EDHS 719 or instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EDHS 8120 - Disorders of Communication Based in Cognitive Dysfunction II


    Reviews contemporary issues in the practice of speech-language pathology for persons presenting with right cerebral hemisphere pathology, traumatic brain injury, dementia including epidemiology, etiology, pathophysiology, semiology, or nosology. Introduces clinical practice including evaluation, treatment, and counseling. Prerequisite: EDHS 719 or instructor permission.



    Credits: 2
  
  • EDHS 8130 - Dysphagia


    A lecture-discussion and clinical study of problems of swallowing. Reviews contemporary issues in the practice of speech-language pathology for patients presenting with dysphagia, including semiology, etiology, pathophysiology, and nosology. An introduction to clinical practice, including evaluation, treatment, and counseling. Prerequisite: EDHS 719 or instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EDHS 8150 - Clinical Seminars


    Section 1: Clinical Education Seminar in Speech Pathology I: A clinical seminar accompanying clinical practice. The seminar focuses on professional issues and the diagnosis and rehabilitation of children and adults with communication disorders. Practicum assignments are individually structured to provide clinical and field work experience with a variety of ages, patients, and rehabilitation settings, or in a particular aspect of professional specialization. Close individual supervision is maintained by clinical instructors, and each case is discussed in weekly conference. Section 2: Clinical Education Seminar in Speech Pathology II: A clinical seminar accompanying clinical practice in medical settings. The seminar focuses on professional issues and the diagnosis and rehabilitation of children and adults with communication disorders. Practicum assignments are individually structured to provide clinical and field work experience with a variety of ages, patients, and rehabilitation settings, or in a particular aspect of professional specialization. Close individual supervision is maintained by clinical instructors, and each case is discussed in a weekly conference. Section 3: Clinical Practice in Speech and Language Pathology: Clinical practice focusing on the diagnosis and rehabilitation of children and adults with communication disorders. Practicum assignments are individually structured to provide clinical and field work experience with a variety of ages, patients, and rehabilitation settings, or in a particular aspect of professional specialization. Close individual supervision is maintained by clinical instructors, and each case is discussed in a weekly conference. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.



    Credits: 1 to 6
  
  • EDHS 8170 - Clinical Externship


    Clinical practice in the identification, diagnosis, and treatment of children and adults with communicative disorders. Programs are individually structured to provide experience with a variety of clinical populations, age groups, and specializations. The sites are off-grounds, and usually within a two hour driving distance of the University. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.



    Credits: 1 to 6
  
  • EDHS 8220 - Consultation


    An examination of the models and process of consultation. Designed to expand the student’s interpersonal skill repertoire. Emphasizes the practice of consultation appropriate to various work settings. Prerequisite: EDHS 723, 729, or instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EDHS 8240 - Substance Abuse Counseling


    Introduction to substance abuse counseling. Provides an understanding of the disease concept and other views of addiction, different methods of treating substance abuse, the process of recovery, the Twelve Step model, the role of the family in addiction, and counseling issues such as confronting denial, intervention, family counseling, relapse, and the role of the counselor in treatment. Emphasis is placed on developing skills through role play, case study, and interactions with substance abuse counselors and clients. Prerequisite: EDHS 721, 723, Counselor Education major, or instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EDHS 8250 - Advanced Career Development and Career Counseling


    Advanced study of career development theories and research, and the application of theoretical propositions to career counseling. Emphasizes the integration of career development concepts into the counseling process. Prerequisite: EDHS 722 and 723.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EDHS 8270 - Counseling Adults


    Explores the concerns and problems that post high-school aged counselees present to counselors. Focuses on developmental theories and examines resources and helping strategies appropriate for those problem areas. Prerequisite: EDHS 723.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EDHS 8280 - Marriage and Family Dynamics


    Analyzes the theory and practice of family counseling. An overview course that addresses the major traditional family therapy theories, as well as recent advances. Prerequisite: EDHS 723 or instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EDHS 8290 - Counselor Education Master’s Practicum


    For elementary, secondary, and mental health counselors. A minimum of 100 on-site hours is required. A description of the setting, specifying the school level or mental health agency in which practicum occurred must be included on the student’s degree application. Students are required to participate in on-grounds supervision. Section 1: Mental Health Counseling Section 2: School Counseling Prerequisite: EDHS 721, 723, 729, 731 or 831, or instructor permission. Subject to availability of suitable practicum placement. An intent to register must be filed the semester preceding registration.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EDHS 8300 - Assessment in Counseling


    Studies assessment devices and techniques used by counselors. Also provides practice in the interpretation of test data with emphasis on communication principles. Prerequisite: EDLF 718, EDHS 725.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EDHS 8310 - Introduction to School Counseling


    Explores the planning and initiation of counseling programs in schools with an emphasis on understanding the role and function of counselors in schools, the planning, implementing, and managing of school counseling programs, the components of school counseling programs, legal and ethical issues in school counseling, and effective evaluation and accountability. Prerequisite: Counselor education majors or instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EDHS 8340 - Counseling Children and Adolescents


    Explores concerns and problems that children and adolescents present to counselors. Focuses on applying developmental theories and examines resources and helping strategies appropriate for counseling children and adolescents. Prerequisite: EDHS 721, 723, EDLF 716, or instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EDHS 8380 - Topical Issues in Counselor Education


    Deals with a variety of professional issues in counseling, guidance, and personnel services. Topics are announced prior to registration and can be developed around the interests of prospective students. Must be prearranged. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.



    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • EDHS 8390 - Counselor Education Master’s Internship


    For elementary, secondary, and mental health counselors and student affairs professionals. A minimum of 100 on-site hours is required for each one credit of EDHS 839. A minimum of 600 on-site hours and six credits of EDHS 839 may be included in the M.Ed. programs and 900 on-site hours and nine credits of EDHS 839 may be included in the M.Ed./Ed.S. mental health counseling program. A description of the setting, specifying the school level, the student personnel service, or the type of mental health service agency in which internship occurred must be included on the student’s degree application. Students are required to participate in on-grounds supervision. May be repeated for credit. Section 1: Mental Health Counseling Section 2: School Counseling Prerequisite: EDHS 829 and instructor permission. Subject to availability of suitable internship placement. An intent to register must be filed the semester preceding registration.



    Credits: 1 to 6
  
  • EDHS 8410 - Orthopedic Bases of Sports Medicine


    Presents a comprehensive review of regional pathophysiology of sports injury and rehabilitation. Focus on treatment of injuries with a surgical and medical management perpsective. Rehabilitation for both operative and non-operative conditions are discussed in a problem-solving format. Prerequisite: EDHS 741, instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EDHS 8420 - Metabolic Adaptations to Exercise


    Analyzes metabolic adaptations to acute bouts of exercise and chronic exercise training. Includes energy sources for human movement; substrate utilization, muscle plasticity, functional significance of the metabolic adaptations to chronic exercise training; muscle fatigue and damage. Prerequisite: EDHS 742 or instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EDHS 8430 - Exercise Intervention in Disease


    Examines the impact of exercise on the disease process, focusing primarily on cardiovascular disease and diabetes. Examines hypotheses concerning causes of diseases, risk factors, and modification of risk factors through exercise and diet intervention. Prerequisite: EDHS 742 or instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EDHS 8450 - Disease Processes and Prevention


    Investigates those disease processes most common and of most significance in their effects upon individual, community, nation, and world health status. Emphasizes definitions, manifestations, etiology, pathology, epidemiology, general medicine procedures, disease prognosis, and potential preventive actions. Develops an understanding of the specific mechanisms through which preventive actions work as a goal of effective health education.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EDHS 8460 - Adapted Physical Education: Physically and Sensory Impaired


    Studies the physical and motor attributes of individuals with physical, sensory, and health disabilities. Addresses programming and instructional implications in physical education for these populations in regard to their ecological, psychological, social, and learning characteristics. Emphasizes developing and achieving functional physical education goals through planning, assessing, prescribing, teaching, and evaluating instruction.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EDHS 8500 - Seminar


    Additional sections on special topics may be offered subject to sufficient student interest. Section 1: Adapted Physical Education; Section 2: Athletic Training; Section 3: Biomechanics; Section 4: Exercise Physiology; Section 5: Health Promotion; Section 6: Motor Development; Section 7: Sports Medicine; Section 8: Strength Training; Section 9: Pedagogy Prerequisite: Instructor and advisor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EDHS 8610 - Marital and Couple’s Therapy


    Analyzes basic principles and techniques of marital and couple’s therapy. Emphasizes the practical, covering theory as it relates to the interactional dynamics and behavior of the therapy. Experiential techniques (i.e., role playing, video tape, and live supervision) are an integral part of the course. Some therapy experience is desirable, although not required.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EDHS 8630 - Principles of Psychotherapy Basic


    Introduction to the assumption and process of psychotherapy. Explores basic principles of change as reflected in the dynamics of the psychotherapeutic relationship between the therapist and the client. Examines the pitfalls of being a beginning therapist and the problems faced in initiating the therapy process. Participants are provided with an experiential setting to heighten awareness of transference, resistance, and termination. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EDHS 8640 - Principles of Psychotherapy Advanced


    In-depth examination of cognitive-behavioral and psychodynamic individual psychotherapy. The theoretical base and accompanying empirical literature of varying approaches are discussed with special emphasis on application of principles. Experimental techniques (e.g., role playing and observation of video tapes) are included. Continuation of EDHS 863. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EDHS 8650 - Individual Psychotherapy


    Designed to teach the principles and techniques of individual psychotherapy. May be repeated for credit; each year the psychotherapeutic approaches to be taught are specified. The specialized course offering for a given year (e.g., brief strategic psychotherapy, child psychotherapy, or rational emotive therapy) is printed on the student’s transcript.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EDHS 8660 - Personality Assessment I


    First of a two-semester sequence in personality assessment. Trains the clinical/school psychology graduate student in basic methods of clinical assessment using a battery of psychological tests, including both projective and non-projective instruments. There are two components to the first semester course: critical examination of theory and research on psychological testing; and a supervised practicum in clinical assessment. Clinical assessments of children and adults are covered. Prerequisite: EDHS 764 and instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EDHS 8670 - Personality Assessment II


    Second of a two-semester sequence in personality assessment. During this semester, students examine theory, practice, and research on the application of a variety of personality assessment techniques and instruments to specific diagnostic questions (e.g., assessment of psychotic, affective, neurotic, and borderline disorders); and continue learning to conduct personality assessments through a supervised practicum. Clinical assessments of children and adults are covered. Prerequisite: EDHS 866 and instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EDHS 8690 - School/Clinical Psychology Practicum


    Supervised field experience in activities central to the role of the school/child psychologist. Prerequisite: EDHS 764.



    Credits: 1 to 6
  
  • EDHS 8691 - Clinical Practicum: Communicatrion Disorders


    Clinical Practicum for Graduate Communication Disorders students



    Credits: 3
  
  • EDHS 8700 - Clinical Psychology Practicum


    Supervised placement in a setting designed to provide students with clinical experiences dealing with children, adults, and families.



    Credits: 1 to 6
  
  • EDHS 8710 - Psychosocial Consultation


    Seminar and practicum experience designed specifically for advanced doctoral students. Focuses on the theoretical and research issues that relate to the practice of consultation and supervision. In addition to the readings and class discussions, students engage in both consultation and supervisory activities. Students are challenged to draw upon their prior knowledge of psychological assessment, problem solving, methods of intervention, and psychological theory. Facilitates the integration of prior learning into practice. Prerequisite: EDHS 768 and instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EDHS 8720 - Group Therapy Interventions


    Designed to broaden and strengthen the group therapeutic skills and experience of doctoral students. Entails the observation of various group procedures and participation in an ongoing group experience. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.



    Credits: 3 to 6
  
  • EDHS 8730 - Family Therapy: Theory and Techniques


    Examines major schools in the field of family therapy with a focus on learning how to conceptualize a case from these different perspectives. Special emphasis is on the application and evaluation of various intervention models to family problems commonly presented in therapy. Observation of actual cases is a required part of the course. Prerequisite: EDHS 864, 865 or equivalent, and instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EDHS 8740 - Advanced Family Therapy


    Advanced seminar in family therapy is designed to give students an in-depth exposure to methods of family intervention. Includes both didactic and case format. Prerequisite: EDHS 873 and instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EDHS 8750 - Psychological Intervention and Consultation in Schools


    Advanced study of the role and function of the psychologist in school settings. Topics include psychoeducational assessment and remediation procedures; varieties and techniques of appropriate psychological interventions in schools; models of, and national trends in, school psychology service delivery. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EDHS 8980 - Practicum


    Supervised field experiences under the direction of professional staff. Student should obtain approval from their advisor before registering for this practicum.



    Credits: 1 to 6
  
  • EDHS 8998 - Masters Research Internship


    Designed to give masters students experience conducting research in professional settings appropriate to their disciplines. Prerequisites: Permission of Advisor.



    Credits: 1 to 12
  
  • EDHS 8999 - Masters Thesis


    Masters Thesis



    Credits: 1 to 6
  
  • EDHS 9090 - Doctoral Seminar: Communication Disorders


    Variable topics. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.



    Credits: 1
  
  • EDHS 9210 - Advanced Group Counseling Theories and Practicum


    Advanced graduate seminar and practicum in group counseling theories and technique. Different theoretical approaches to group counseling along with accompanying techniques are studied in section 1; section 2 is a practicum in advanced group counseling and is subject to availability of suitable practicum placement. Section 2 may be repeated for credit. Section 1: Group Theories (2 credits) Section 2: Practicum (1 to 3 credits) Prerequisite: Counselor Education doctoral status, EDHS 724 and 729, or instructor permission.



    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • EDHS 9220 - Advanced Individual Counseling Strategies and Practicum


    A group seminar designed to enhance students’ individual intake, assessment, counseling and treatment planning skills. Subject to availability of suitable practicum placement. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: EDHS 729 and instructor permission.



    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • EDHS 9290 - Counselor Supervision Theories and Practicum


    Study of counselor supervision combined with a required experience as a supervisor-trainee. Section 1: Counselor Supervision Theories: Different theoretical approaches to counselor supervision along with accompanying techniques and practical application. (3 credits) Section 2: Counselor Supervision Practicum: May be repeated for credit. (1-3 credits) Prerequisite: Counselor education doctoral student or instructor permission.



    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • EDHS 9310 - Doctoral Seminar: Counselor Education


    Specialized study of the profession’s present status, emphasizing research in the field and possible future directions. Prerequisite: advanced standing and instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EDHS 9320 - Doctoral Seminar: Counselor Education


    This course is designed for advanced graduate students admitted to the counselor education program, or, with instructor approval, another doctoral program in the Curry School of Education. The course pvodies an extensive study of contemporary issues and trends in student research. The purpose is to provide students with an opportunity to examine the state of research in counseling or in their field, and based on this, to identify the subject of and prepare for the start of their doctoral dissertation study by designing a study and preparing a proposal. Prerequisite: Counselor Education doctoral student or instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EDHS 9390 - Counselor Education Doctoral Internship: Teaching


    An individually supervised doctoral-level teaching internship for doctoral students in Counselor Education. Prerequisite: instructor permission; subject to availability of suitable internship placement.



    Credits: 3 to 6
  
  • EDHS 9500 - Advanced Doctoral Seminar


    Special topics and research analysis for doctoral students. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.



    Credits: 1 to 6
  
  • EDHS 9740 - Internship in College Teaching or Supervision


    Opportunities for experienced doctoral students to teach courses or partial courses at the University, or to supervise student teachers under the guidance of a faculty member. Opportunities are arranged by the students with the assistance of the sponsoring faculty member.



    Credits: 1 to 6
  
  • EDHS 9750 - Seminar: Topics in Clinical Psychology


    Doctoral seminar covering selected topics in personality theory and clinical psychology. May be repeated for credit.



    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • EDHS 9760 - Seminar: Topical Issues in School Clinical Psychology


    Deals with a variety of professional issues in school and child clinical psychology. Topics can be developed around the interests of prospective students. Must be prearranged. Course topics will be announced prior to registration and have included social and affective process in development and neuropsychology. May be repeated for credit. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.



    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • EDHS 9761 - Child Therapy


    This course is intended to provide knowledge of basic theory and research concerning child therapy. Students will become well versed in empirically based treatments for child and adolescent mental health. We will address the limitations of existing research on treatment efficacy and effectiveness. Students will become familiar with a range of therapeutic approaches, including play therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EDHS 9762 - Social & Affective Processes in the Development of Children


    Provides knowledge of basic theory & research concerning social & affective processes in the development of children, with particular attention to different risk conditions in infancy & childhood, their antecedents & sequelae. Primary focus is the understanding of the role of social contexts (culture, community) & parent-child and family relationships in development. Also examines ways that biological, social & psychological processes interact.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EDHS 9993 - Independent Study


    Independent Study



    Credits: 1 to 6
  
  • EDHS 9995 - Independent Research


    Independent Research



    Credits: 1 to 6
  
  • EDHS 9998 - Doctoral Research Internship


    Designed to give doctoral students experience conducting research in professional settings appropriate to their disciplines. Prerequisite: Advisor permission required.



    Credits: 1 to 12
  
  • EDHS 9999 - Doctoral Dissertation


    Continuous enrollment is required from the start of the dissertation through the proposal and final examination.



    Credits: 1 to 12

Hydrology

  
  • EVHY 5559 - New Course in Hydrology


    This course provides the opportunity to offer a new course in the subject of hydrology.



    Credits: 1 to 4
  
  • EVHY 5640 - Catchment Hydrology: Process and Theory


    Introduces current theories of the hydrological response of catchments. Using an integrative approach, the course illuminates the derivation of theory in light of the time and location of the process studies on which they were based. Prerequisite: EVSC 340 or equivalent.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EVHY 5650 - Hydrological Transport Processes


    Studies the physical principles governing the transport of dissolved substances and of sediment and particulate matter in the terrestrial portion of the hydrological cycle. Prerequisite: EVSC 280 and 340 or equivalent.



    Credits: 4
  
  • EVHY 5670 - Environmental Fluid Mechanics


    Studies the mechanics of fluids and fluid-related processes occurring at the Earth’s surface, including laminar, inviscid, and turbulent flows, drag, boundary layers, diffusion and dispersion of mass, flow through porous media, and effects of the Earth’s rotation. Emphasizes topics related to the environmental sciences. Prerequisite: Integral calculus and calculus-based physics, or instructor permission.



    Credits: 4
  
  • EVHY 5700 - Forest Hydrology


    Study of hydrologic processes characteristic of forested regions. Prerequisite: Introductory hydrology or instructor permission.



    Credits: 4
  
  • EVHY 5780 - Groundwater Hydrology


    Introduces physical and chemical groundwater hydrology including such topics as the mechanics of groundwater flow, emphasizing geological factors influencing groundwater occurrence and movement; the influence of natural geological heterogeneity on groundwater flow patterns; and mass and heat transport in groundwater flow systems. The accompanying laboratory examines methods of hydrogeological data acquisition and analysis. Prerequisite: EVSC 280, 340 or equivalents, two semesters calculus, CHEM 141, 142 or equivalents.



    Credits: 4
  
  • EVHY 7559 - New Course in Hydrology


    This course provides the opportunity to offer a new course in the subject of Hydrology.



    Credits: 1 to 4
  
  • EVHY 7560 - Special Topics in Hydrology and Water Resources


    Studies particular and specific problems in hydrology and water resources not covered in regular course work. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EVHY 7630 - Land-Atmosphere Interaction


    Study of energy, water, and carbon exchange between the atmosphere and the land surface. Prerequisite: One year of college physics and calculus, one hydrology or atmospheric science course, or permission of instruct.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EVHY 7640 - Dynamic Hydrology


    Studies the interrelationships of the various phases in the water cycle; principles governing that cycle; and the influence of human activity on natural circulation of water at or near the Earth’s surface. Prerequisite: Introductory hydrology and differential equations, or instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EVHY 7662 - Current Research in Hydrology


    Critical analysis of recent research articles published in the hydrology literature.



    Credits: 1
  
  • EVHY 7670 - Numerical Methods in Hydrology


    Application of numerical methods to the solution of hydrological problems. The Matlab computational and plotting software is used for all examples and assignments, including finite difference and finite element solutions to equations describing the flow of water and transport of contaminants in the terrestrial environment. Prior knowledge of Matlab is not required. Prerequisite: EVHY 500-level course.



    Credits: 3
  
  • EVHY 7999 - Independent Study: Hydrology and Water Resources


    Individual or group study in developing or special areas of hydrology and water resource analysis and interrelated areas.



    Credits: 1 to 6
  
  • EVHY 8559 - New Course in Hydrology


    This course provides the opportunity to offer a new course in the subject of Hydrology



    Credits: 1 to 4
  
  • EVHY 8560 - Advanced Topics in Hydrology and Water Resources


    Specialized research into specific hydrologic or water management problems. Emphasizes an integrative analysis of the physical, social, and economic nature of these problems. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.



    Credits: 3

Information Technology

  
  • IT 5010 - Principles of Database Systems Using Java


    The course covers the underlying concepts of Relational Database Management Systems using Java. Borlands Jbuilder will be used ot develop applications.



    Credits: 3
  
  • IT 5020 - Server-side Web Applications with Java


    This course covers techniques for building server-side applciations for dynamic data driven Web sites. Topics include data access objects, HTTP response data, Java Servelets and ServerPages



    Credits: 3
  
  • IT 5030 - Enterprise Computing with Java


    This course covers the Java 2 Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE) specifications for developing distributed enterprise applicaions. Students will use BEA Web Logic application server to build enterprise applications



    Credits: 3
  
  • IT 5040 - XML and Web Services


    Course covers concepts, technology and applications of XML as they apply to Web-based J2EE application development. Topics include XML, Namespaces, DTDs, Simple Application Programming Interface. Students will demonstrate web services using Jbuilder, kWebLogic, and Altova XML Spy.



    Credits: 3
  
  • IT 5050 - Object-Oriented Analysis & J2ee Design Patterns with UML


    Topics include principles of OO Programming iterative software development. The UML will be explored in detail to illustrate J2EE design patterns. Also covered will caces, strategies for identifying objects and classes of objects. Current methodologies for developing J2EE applicaiton, like Iterative Process and eXtreme Programming will be explored.



    Credits: 3
  
  • IT 5060 - J2EE Application Security


    This course examines issues associated with making J2EE web applications secure. The focus is on server-side features of J2ee security such as proper server configuration and accessing and using LDAP and SSL.



    Credits: 3

Interdepartmental

  
  • ENGR 5555 - Special Topics in Engineering Education


    Special Topics in Engineering Education



    Credits: 1 to 3
  
  • ENGR 6000 - Effective Communication in English


    This course is designed to teach reading/writing/ speaking/ listening skills required for success in technical communication for graduate students whose first language is not English, and scored less than 50 on the SPEAK Test. Specialized instruction in academic/content area writing as well as personal expression in a variety of settings will enable students to complete academic programs in a more efficient and timely manner.



    Credits: 0 to 3
  
  • ENGR 6555 - Advanced Topics in Engineering Education


    Advanced Topics in Engineering Education



    Credits: 3

International Relations

  
  • PLIR 5250 - Negotiating Arab - Israeli Peace


    Provides a detailed assessment of efforts to acheive a negotiated peace between Israel and its Arab neighbors. Focus will be on negotiation theory, conflict resolution, and diplomacy. Cases cover major episodes between 1973 and today. Includes a simulation of a negotiation of current issues in the conflict. Prerequisite: PLIR 3650 (IR of the Middle East) or its equivalent or permission of instructor



    Credits: 3
  
  • PLIR 5390 - Economics, Retional Choice, and International Security


    Economics, Retional Choice, and International Security.



    Credits: 3
  
  • PLIR 5620 - Latin America in World Affairs


    The relations of Latin-American states with each other, the United States, Western Europe, and other states; inter-American security; Latin American relations with the Soviet Union and Cuba; and the United States security doctrine. Prerequisite: Some background in international relations and/or the history of Latin America.



    Credits: 3
  
  • PLIR 5630 - International Relations Theory, Globalization, and the American States


    An investigation of various international relations theories, the global economy, and the development and policies of the American States, with an emphasis on issues related to drug trafficking.



    Credits: 3
  
  • PLIR 5710 - China in World Affairs


    Includes international relations of China; conditioning historical, political, economic, and social forces; and the aims, strategy, and tactics of China’s foreign policy. Prerequisite: Some background in international relations and/or the history of China.



    Credits: 3
  
  • PLIR 5810 - Asymmetry and International Relations


    A seminar exploring a new approach to international relations focused on relationships between countries with disparate capacities. Students will participate actively in developing and applying the new approach and contrasting it with other theories of international relations



    Credits: 3
  
  • PLIR 5993 - Selected Problems in International Relations


    Independent study, under faculty supervision, for intensive research on a specific topic. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • PLIR 7000 - Core Seminar in International Relations


    Provides an overview of the main schools, theorists, and problems in the study of international relations and foreign policy. It is the core seminar for the international relations sub-field and thus aims to represents its contemporary character.



    Credits: 3
  
  • PLIR 7060 - The Development of Classical Strategic Thought


    Studies the evolution of military strategy before the nuclear age. Examines the writings of major classical theorists, including Sun Tzu, Thucydides, Vegetius, Machiavelli, Frederick the Great, Clausewitz, Jomini, Mahan, Douhet, Mackinder, Mao Tse-Tung, and Liddell Hart. This course is the first half of a two-part series, the second half of which will examine the development of strategy in the nuclear age.



    Credits: 3
  
  • PLIR 7080 - Military Force in International Relations


    Examines the threat and use of military force in international relations. Surveys the conceptual and theoretical literature on the subject; evaluates leading theories in light of historical experience; and explores a variety of factors that have traditionally conditioned the use of force, including ethical considerations, international law and organizations, the policy-making process, and public opinion.



    Credits: 3
  
  • PLIR 7380 - International Political Economy of Trade and Investment


    Examines political economy foundations of international trade and foreign direct investment. Analyzes political patterns in economic flows; sources of national policies; and international cooperation.



    Credits: 3
  
  • PLIR 7400 - Foreign Policy of the United States


    Study of the background, processes, and select policy problems of American foreign policy.



    Credits: 3
  
  • PLIR 7760 - Russian/Soviet Foreign Policy


    Thematic analysis of Soviet and Post-Soviet Russian foreign policy. Prerequisite: Instructor permission.



    Credits: 3
  
  • PLIR 8080 - Problems of Force in International Relations


    Study of selected topics related to war, security arrangements, and the political functions of military capabilities in the international system. Prerequisite: PLIR 506 is recommended.



    Credits: 3
  
  • PLIR 8310 - Global Health and Human Rights


    Examines global health problems through the lens of human rights norms. Can the human rights movement motivate new approaches to disease prevention and the social determinants of health? The HIV/AIDS pandemic in Africa will be treated in depth.



    Credits: 3
 

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