May 16, 2024  
2011-2012 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2011-2012 Undergraduate Catalog [NOTE!!!! THIS IS AN ARCHIVED CATALOG. FOR THE CURRENT CATALOG, GO TO CATALOG.NIU.EDU]

Course Descriptions


 

Dance Performance

  
  • TH-D 308 - Pointe I


    Elementary pointe techniques. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CRQ: TH-D 305 or TH-D 405.

    Credits: 1
  
  • TH-D 320 - Male Ballet Techniques


    Specialized exercises and extended ballet vocabulary. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CRQ: TH-D 305 or TH-D 405.

    Credits: 1
  
  • TH-D 330 - Theatre Dance


    A. Ballroom
    B. Preclassic
    C. Musical Comedy I
    D. Musical Comedy II

    Analysis of theatrical dance forms and period styles of movement. Practice in the execution of the particular dance forms studied. Subject and materials change from term to term. Concurrent enrollment in multiple sections and topics is permissible with a maximum of 4 semester hours per semester. May be repeated to a maximum of 8 semester hours.

    Credits: 2

  
  • TH-D 353X - Analysis and Pedagogy of Dance


    Crosslisted as KNDN 353. Application of pedagogical knowledge and skills for teaching dance in a school and/or community setting. Analysis of movement utilizing principles of movement and applied kinesiology.

    Credits: 3
  
  • TH-D 361 - Jazz Technique


    Development of the techniques of jazz dance. A stimulating, rhythmic and spatial experience with creative combinations that move, communicate, and challenge. May be repeated to a maximum of 8 semester hours.

    Credits: 2
  
  • TH-D 377 - Dance Performance


    Practicum experience in dance performance. May be repeated.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: School of Theatre and Dance major or minor or consent of school.

    Credits: 1
  
  • TH-D 388 - Choreography I


    Analysis of the elements of choreographic form, styles, and trends with experience in the development of dance studies; theory and technique of solo and small group work.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: TH-D 286 or consent of school.

    Credits: 2
  
  • TH-D 405 - Ballet IV


    Concentration on complex ballet techniques for performance. Concurrent enrollment in multiple sections is permissible with a maximum of 2 semester hours per semester. May be repeated to a maximum of 24 credit hours. Proficiency requirement.

    Credits: 1
  
  • TH-D 406 - Modern Dance IV


    Concentration on complex modern dance techniques for performance. Emphasis on movement quality and interpretative performance elements. Concurrent enrollment in multiple sections is permissible with a maximum of 2 semester hours per semester. May be repeated to a maximum of 24 credit hours. Proficiency requirement.

    Credits: 1
  
  • TH-D 408 - Pointe II


    Advanced pointe techniques. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 semester hours. Proficiency requirement.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CRQ: TH-D 405.

    Credits: 1
  
  • TH-D 409 - Pas de Deux


    Partnering techniques and principles in classical ballet. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CRQ: TH-D 305 or TH-D 405.

    Credits: 2
  
  • TH-D 420 - The Business of Dance


    Practical application of studies to business, artistic, and academic development in the profession.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: At least junior standing.

    Credits: 3
  
  • TH-D 464X - Workshop in Movement and Performing Awareness


    Crosslisted as MUSC 464. Lectures, demonstrations, and related activities regarding the work of Moshe Feldenkrais as it applies to the training of performing artists. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Junior standing and consent of School of Music.

    Credits: 3
  
  • TH-D 467 - Dance Notation I


    A theoretical and practical introduction to notation. Analysis and recording of movement through the systems of Labanotation or Benesh Movement Notation. Equal emphasis on the reading and writing of dance scores. Recommended: Knowledge of intermediate-level ballet vocabulary.

    Credits: 3
  
  • TH-D 468 - Dance Notation II


    Continuation of Dance Notation I, including floor work and group scoring. Emphasis on reading of dance scores and recording movement in Labanotation or Benesh Movement Notation.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: TH-D 467.

    Credits: 3
  
  • TH-D 474 - Dance Philosophy and Aesthetics


    Philosophy of dance including aesthetic principles and critical evaluations of varying dance forms and styles.

    Credits: 3
  
  • TH-D 477 - Special Studies in Dance


    A. Spanish
    B. Mid-Eastern
    C. Advanced Theatrical Jazz
    D. Character
    E. Female Classical Variations
    J. Male Classical Variations
    M. Theatrical Tap
    N. Repertory
    Q. Others
    Studies in dance forms. Open to students who qualify for specialized study. Concurrent enrollment in multiple sections or topics is permissible with a maximum of 6 semester hours per semester. May be repeated to a maximum of 24 semester hours.

    Credits: 1
  
  • TH-D 488 - Choreography II


    Continued analysis of the elements of choreographic forms, styles, and trends with the development of dance studies of extended length; consideration of the theory and technique of advanced group work. May be repeated to a maximum of 4 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: TH-D 388.

    Credits: 2
  
  • TH-D 496 - Tutorial in Dance


    Directed individual study in special areas of dance. Concurrent enrollment in multiple sections is permissible with a maximum of 5 semester hours per semester. May be repeated to a maximum of 12 semester hours.

    Credits: 1-3

Early Childhood Education

  
  • TLEC 282 - Educational Participation in Clinical Experiences: Early Childhood Education


    Pre-student teaching practicum. Students required to participate a minimum of 30 clock hours per semester hour. May be repeated to a maximum of 4 semester hours. S/U grading.

    Credits: 1-2
  
  • TLEC 300 - Observation and Assessment of Young Children


    Observational techniques and strategies of informal and formal developmental assessment of young children in various settings. Includes sources of information, data analyses and presentation, and referral procedures.

    Credits: 3
  
  • TLEC 382 - Practicum in Early Childhood Studies


    Participation and observation in early childhood settings for a minimum of 60 clock hours. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours. S/U grading.

    Credits: 3
  
  • TLEC 397 - Individualized Competency Unit


    Successful mastery by the student of a discrete professional competence in education, embodied in a standardized learning package, and measured by a summative evaluation. Units monitored by member of the faculty. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours.

    Credits: 1
  
  • TLEC 401 - Play Development of the Young Child


    Significance of play in the development process. Examination of various aspects of play in early childhood programs.

    Credits: 3
  
  • TLEC 403 - Primary Curriculum


    Examination of the procedures for planning, organizing, implementing, and interpreting the learning environment, curriculum, and materials for young children in primary grade classrooms.

    Credits: 3
  
  • TLEC 410 - Trends and Issues in Early Childhood Education


    Focus on philosophical and psychological aspects of early childhood education as related to contemporary society.

    Credits: 3
  
  • TLEC 425 - Democracy in the Early Childhood Classroom


    Democratic methods of classroom management related to young children’s social learning, autonomy, and moral development. Daily scheduling in early childhood classrooms and the management of integrated and emergent curricula. Strategies for developing a diverse and unified community of learners. Professional responsibilities of teachers.

    Credits: 3
  
  • TLEC 430 - Preschool and Kindergarten Curriculum


    Examination of procedures for planning, organizing, implementing, and interpreting the learning environment, curriculum, and materials for young children in kindergarten and the preschool classroom.

    Credits: 3
  
  • TLEC 485A - Student Teaching in Preschool-Kindergarten


    Student teaching for one-half semester or one entire semester in early childhood programs for children 3 years through kindergarten. Assignments to be arranged with the department. S/U grading. See “Teacher Certification Requirements.”

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: TLEC 382.

    Credits: 3-12
  
  • TLEC 485B - Student Teaching in Primary


    Student teaching for one-half semester or one entire semester in early childhood programs for children 6-8 years or in first, second, or third grades. Assignments to be arranged with the department. S/U grading. See “Teacher Certification Requirements.”

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: TLEC 382.

    Credits: 3-12
  
  • TLEC 490 - Workshop in Early Childhood Education


    Concentrated study of curriculum, contemporary issues, and problems of the community and the public schools. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Acceptance by director of the workshop.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • TLEC 492 - Special Topics in Early Childhood Education


    Topics announced. May be repeated to a maximum of 9 semester hours when topic varies.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • TLEC 497 - Independent Study


    Independent study under direction of a faculty member. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours.

    Credits: 1-3

Economics

  
  • ECON 160 - Contemporary Economic Issues


    Economic approach to analysis of problems such as poverty, crime, unemployment, and inflation. Insights and evaluation of policy proposals. Not open for credit toward the major or minor in economics.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 260 - Principles of Microeconomics


    Introductory study of market and nonmarket mechanisms in the allocation of productive resources and in the distribution of income. Includes the study of monopolies, oligopolies, and labor unions as well as applications to selected current economic problems. Sophomore standing recommended unless student is majoring or minoring in economics.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 261 - Principles of Macroeconomics


    Introductory study of factors determining aggregate income, employment, and general price level. Such factors include roles of government, the banking system, and international monetary relations. Sophomore standing recommended unless student is majoring or minoring in economics.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 300 - Labor Economics


    Wage determination and the structure of wages, the institution of unions in the United States, and problems and treatment of economic insecurity.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 260.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 301 - Labor Problems


    Aims, methods, and policies of organized labor; collective bargaining; and regulation of industrial relations.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 260.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 302 - Minority Economic Problems


    Economic status of minority groups in the United States; productivity and economic theories of discrimination; and public and private programs to achieve minority economic development.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 260.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 310 - Monetary Policy


    Roles of monetary theory and policy with emphasis on their implications for dealing with current economic problems within the structure of the U.S. monetary system.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 261.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 320 - Government and Business


    Introductory analysis of the structure, conduct, and performance of American industry. Emphasis on role of government policy through such measures as antitrust, regulation, and public ownership.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 260.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 330 - International Economics


    International trade, foreign exchange markets, balance of payments, and international monetary relations. Includes relevant theoretical foundations, institutions, and policy alternatives.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 260 and ECON 261.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 341 - Economic Area Studies


    A. Asia
    B. Europe
    C. Africa, South of the Sahara
    D. Latin America

    May be repeated to a maximum of 9 semester hours, but each topic may be taken only once.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 260 and ECON 261.

    Credits: 3

  
  • ECON 360 - Intermediate Microeconomics


    Exposition of economic price theory and resource allocation; commodity and factor price and output determination.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 260.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 361 - Intermediate Macroeconomics


    Theory of aggregate income, output, and employment; the price level and interest rates; and economic stabilization policy.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 261.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 370 - Current Economic Issues


    A. Health Economics
    B. Income Distribution and Poverty
    C. Economics and Equity
    D. Economic Analysis of Recent Legislation
    E. Game Theory
    F. Industrial Organization
    G. Topics in Modern Economics

    Topics of current importance to consumers, resource owners, business, and government. May be repeated once as topics change.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 260 and ECON 261.

    Credits: 3

  
  • ECON 385 - Introduction to Urban and Regional Economics


    Emphasis on the economic aspects of urban and regional problems and issues.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 260.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 386 - Environmental Economics


    Theoretical foundations and economic analyses of pollution, congestion, resource depletion, and other environmental problems accompanying economic growth, population growth, technological change, and urbanization. Environmental policies and quality control, resource and energy conservation, population, technology, and economic growth policies.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 260.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 390 - Basic Econometrics and Economic Applications


    Introduction to econometric concepts. Topics include simple linear estimation of consumption functions and of demand and supply functions; multiple regression as applied to money demand functions; prediction; and distributed lag models.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: STAT 301 or STAT 350 or UBUS 223. CRQ: ECON 390A.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 390A - Basic Econometrics Laboratory


    Econometric applications.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CRQ: ECON 390.

    Credits: 1
  
  • ECON 393 - Introduction to Mathematical Methods in Economics


    Descriptions of static economic models by means of elementary calculus and matrix algebra; application and interpretation of the general linear model in economics.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: MATH 211 or MATH 229; ECON 260 and ECON 261. CRQ: ECON 393A.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 393A - Mathematical Economics Laboratory


    Computational, numerical, or graphical applications.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CRQ: ECON 393.

    Credits: 1
  
  • ECON 397 - Directed Study


    Selected readings and study taken in conjunction with an upper division economics course. May be repeated to a maximum of 4 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 260 and ECON 261.

    Credits: 1
  
  • ECON 403 - Economics of Human Resources


    Analysis of factors affecting demand for and supply of labor. Human capital analysis, discrimination, labor market operations, and public policy.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 360 or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 420 - Antitrust Economics


    Detailed analysis of monopoly, near monopoly, and various business practices. Examination of legal and economic foundations of current and past public policies toward monopoly.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 360 or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 423 - Public Utilities


    General economic characteristics of and governmental policy toward public utilities. Problems such as pricing, finance, and private, cooperative, and public ownership.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 360 or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 425 - Economic Education


    Exploration of selected economic concepts, topics, and classroom materials/applications to assist elementary or secondary teachers in developing K-12 economics curricula and instructional activities that meet State of Illinois standards. May be repeated to a maximum of 3 semester hours when topic varies.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of department.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • ECON 443 - Economic Development


    Analysis of major problems and issues of a theoretical and a policy nature concerning developing economies.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 360 or ECON 361, or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 450 - Public Economics


    Analysis of the structure and effects of national, state, and local revenue and outlay systems.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 360 or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 452 - Fiscal Policy


    Examination of the role of the federal budget in fiscal policy. Public expenditures, taxes, and debt management are evaluated as tools of economic stabilization since World War II.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 361.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 454 - State and Local Finance


    Analysis of the expenditure revenue process in state and local governments. Effect of intergovernmental grants and future of fiscal federalism.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 360 or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 466 - Business Cycles


    History of business fluctuations; theories and techniques of analysis; counter cyclical monetary and fiscal policies; and survey of selected forecasting techniques.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 361 or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 470 - History of Economic Thought


    Development of economic thought to the mid 19th century. Emphasis on Adam Smith, Ricardo, Malthus, Mill, and Marx.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 260 and ECON 261, or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 474 - Economic History of the United States


    Evolution and development of American economic institutions and processes from colonial times to the 20th century. Modern economic approach developed and applied to various topics.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 260 and ECON 261, or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 485 - Urban Economic Problems and Policies


    Economic analysis of urban growth and land use and selected urban problems such as urban transportation, public finance, housing, poverty, and environmental quality.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 360 and ECON 385, or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 489 - Seminar in Economic Analysis


    Economic analysis of a topic beyond the level usually reached in undergraduate courses. Examples of topics include aspects of economic growth and development, industrial organization, international economics, labor economics, health economics, monetary economics, public finance, agricultural economics, quantitative economics, financial economics, and economic theory. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours when topics change.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 360, ECON 361, and MATH 211 or MATH 229.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 490 - Economic Statistics and Econometrics


    Topics include descriptive statistics, probability, estimation, hypothesis testing, correlation, and regression analysis, as applied to economic models.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: MATH 230 or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 491 - Mathematical Methods for Economics


    Mathematical methods used in economics with applications.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 360, ECON 361, and MATH 229, or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 492 - Research Methods in Economics


    Analysis of societal issues in an economic framework; use of library, Internet, and computer resources to conduct research; and organizing and writing an effective research paper. Students write a substantial research paper on a topic of their choice and present their findings to the class.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 360 and ECON 361, and consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 494 - Internship in Economics


    Student works for a firm or government agency under the sponsorship of an economics faculty member. Work experience must be approved by NIU’s Cooperative Education/Internship Program and the Department of Economics. Student prepares a written report under the direction of the faculty member in the economics department. S/U grading. May not be repeated.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Junior or senior standing with a declared major in economics and consent of a department faculty member.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 495 - Seminar in Current Problems


    Issues and policies in government, politics, and economics.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 360 and ECON 361 or consent of department.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 496X - History and Social Science Instruction in Grades 6-12


    Crosslisted as HIST 496. Organization and presentation of materials for history and social science courses at the middle school, junior high, and senior high school levels.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Admission to the history or social science teacher certification program and permission of Department of History’s office of teacher certification.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 497 - Independent Study in Economics


    Individually arranged study within the various fields of economics. Not open to economics graduate students.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ECON 360, ECON 361, and senior standing.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ECON 498 - Undergraduate Research


    Independent work in economics under the direction of a faculty member. Open only to seniors. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of department.

    Credits: 3

Educational Administration

  
  • LEEA 490 - Workshop in Educational Administration


    Concentrated study of curriculum, contemporary issues, and problems of the community and the public schools. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Acceptance by director of workshop.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • LEEA 492 - Special Topics in Educational Administration


    Topics announced. May be repeated to a maximum of 9 semester hours when topic varies.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • LEEA 497 - Independent Study


    Independent study under direction of a faculty member. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of department.

    Credits: 1-3

Educational Psychology

  
  • EPS 282X - Educational Participation in Clinical Experiences: Elementary Education


    Crosslisted as TLEE 282. Pre-student teaching practicum. Observation and analysis of curriculum, instruction, assessment, and behavior management in multicultural classrooms. Design, implementation, and evaluation of lesson plans. Requires a minimum of 20 clock hours per semester hour. May be repeated to a maximum of 4 semester hours. S/U grading.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of elementary education adviser.

    Credits: 1-2
  
  • EPS 300 - Educational Psychology


    Application of psychological principles to teaching with attention given to the learning process.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: GPA of 2.00 or higher and PSYC 102.

    Credits: 3
  
  • EPS 304 - Development of the Elementary School Child


    Psychological and social forces affecting development of children from birth through puberty. Emphasis on implications for school practice.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: GPA of 2.50 or higher, PSYC 102, and sophomore standing.

    Credits: 3
  
  • EPS 307 - Development of the Adolescent


    Intellectual, social, personality, and physical development of the adolescent. Emphasis on implications for school practice.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: PSYC 102.

    Credits: 3
  
  • EPS 405 - Issues in Human Development in the Elementary Through High School Years


    Cognitive, socioemotional, and physical development of children and adolescents within their families, schools, and sociocultural contexts. Focus on relationships between these aspects of student development and their implications for educational approaches and teaching within a school setting. Designed for students needing K-12 teacher certification.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: PSYC 102, minimum GPA of 2.50, at least junior standing, and admission to a teacher certification program. CRQ: Documented clinical experience or supervised participation in schools.

    Credits: 3
  
  • EPS 406 - Issues in Human Development and Learning in the Middle School and High School Years


    Cognitive, socioemotional, and physical characteristics of youth and their implications for educational practices with respect to student learning and performance in middle school and high school. Designed for students seeking teacher certification in grades 5-12 only.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: PSYC 102, minimum GPA of 2.50, at least junior standing, and admission to a teacher certification program. CRQ: Clinical experience or supervised participation in schools.

    Credits: 3
  
  • EPS 419 - The Middle School Child


    Examination of the match between characteristics of early adolescents (10-14 years) and characteristics of middle school programs. Biological, cultural, psychological, and social forces affecting the development of young adolescents. Focus on the role of the teacher, school, and community in helping the adolescent to deal with the impact of changes in these types of forces.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: EPS 304, EPS 405, or EPS 406.

    Credits: 3
  
  • EPS 450X - Classroom Management


    Crosslisted as TLCI 450. Applications of motivation and management principles and procedures to maintain a positive learning environment in classrooms.

    Credits: 2
  
  • EPS 454 - The Gifted Student


    Characteristics of the gifted. Emphasis on identification, growth and development, creativity, motivation, guidance, and evaluation of the gifted.

    Credits: 3
  
  • EPS 490 - Workshop in Education


    Concentrated study of curriculum, contemporary issues, and problems of the community and the public schools. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Acceptance by director of workshop.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • EPS 492 - Special Topics in Educational Psychology


    Topics announced. May be repeated to a maximum of 9 semester hours when topic varies.

    Credits: 1-3
  
  • EPS 497 - Independent Study


    Independent study under direction of a faculty member. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 semester hours.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: Consent of department.

    Credits: 1-3

Electrical Engineering

  
  • ELE 100 - Elements of Electronics


    Basic principles used to explain the operation of electrical and electronic devices such as radios, stereos, televisions, radars, computers, microwave ovens, and other common electronic equipment.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ELE 210 - Engineering Circuit Analysis


    Properties of electric circuit elements, Ohm’s and Kirchhoff’s laws; node and loop equations; AC sources and impedance; time domain transient and frequency domain; and steady state analysis. Three lectures and one recitation per week.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: MATH 230 and PHYS 273 with a grade of C or better.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ELE 210U - Engineering Circuit Laboratory Project


    Laboratory to design and build electrical circuit projects. Team project must be designed and implemented by the end of the semester. Meets two hours a week.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    CRQ: ELE 210.

    Credits: 1
  
  • ELE 250 - Computer Engineering I


    Design of digital circuits using SSI, LSI, and VLSI components. Combinational design techniques as well as sequential design techniques presented with the use of Boolean algebra, map method, tabulation method, and state transition diagrams. Lecture, discussion three periods per week; laboratory, problem session two periods per week.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ELE 210 and ELE 210U, both with a grade of C or better.

    Credits: 4
  
  • ELE 315 - Signals and Systems


    Analysis of RLC circuits with applications to filters; Bode Plot; Fourier transforms, Laplace transforms, introduction to discrete time systems; 2-port network.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ELE 210 with a grade of C or better and MATH 336.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ELE 330 - Electronic Circuits


    Unified treatment of the applications of semiconductor devices, including p-n junctions, bipolar transistors, and field effect devices. Topics include device modeling, biasing, input impedance, output impedance, voltage gain, current gain, and power gain and Op.Amp. design and analysis of single and multiple stage amplifiers. Lecture, discussion three periods per week; laboratory session two periods per week.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ELE 210U and MATH 336.

    Credits: 4
  
  • ELE 335 - Theory of Semiconductor Devices I


    Unified treatment of the theory of operation of semiconductor devices, including p-n junctions, bipolar transistors, and field effect transistors. Topics include doping, band gap, mobility, carrier lifetime, photolithographic techniques, passivation, chemical etching, metallization, and device testing.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CHEM 210 and CHEM 212 with a grade of C or better, ELE 210, and PHYS 283.

    Credits: 3
  
  • ELE 340 - Electrical Power Systems


    Study of the fundamentals of magnetic circuits and Faraday’s law to create electrical or mechanical energy. Study of transformers, mutual inductance, 3-phase power systems, induction motors, synchronous machines, and DC machines, with emphasis on the applications in engineering practice. Lecture, discussion three periods per week; laboratory, problem session two periods per week.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ELE 210 with a grade of C or better and PHYS 273.

    Credits: 4
  
  • ELE 356 - Computer Engineering II


    Analysis of microprocessors with emphasis on architecture, bus cycle, internal registers, addressing modes, and instruction sets. Memory and I/O interface techniques. Lecture, discussion three periods per week; laboratory, problem session two periods per week.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: CSCI 240 or other high-level programming language, and ELE 250.

    Credits: 4
  
  • ELE 360 - Communications Systems


    Introduction to communication system analysis. Analysis and design of radio frequency electronic circuits; building blocks of radio transmitters and receivers; circuit conditions required to produce oscillation, frequency translation, modulation, and detection. Introduction to phase locked-loop circuit design. Lecture, discussion three periods per week; laboratory, problem session two periods per week.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ELE 315, ELE 330, and ISYE 335 or STAT 350.

    Credits: 4
  
  • ELE 370 - Engineering Electromagnetics


    Fundamentals of electromagnetic field theory; concepts of force, energy, potential, capacitance, and inductance in electromagnetic fields; analytical and experimental solutions of Laplace’s equation; Maxwell’s equations in differential and integral form.

    Prerequisites & Notes
    PRQ: ELE 210, MATH 232, and MATH 336.

    Credits: 3
 

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