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2018-2019 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Computer Science Courses |
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CS 4103 - Parallel and Distributed Computing 3
Overview of methods for programming and computing in parallel and distributed environments using open standards with various architectures, such as multi-core CPU and GPU; compiler and code optimizations and methods for divide-and-conquer using contemporary languages and interfaces, such as OpenMP, OpenMPI, and OpenCL; technical design and concepts of distributed computing systems and architectures; and, methods on local and national high-performance computing resources will be included as permitted and or available.
CS 3523 and CS 2323 with grades of “C” or higher
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CS 4223 - Compiler Construction (3) F
Study of the theory and design techniques used in compiler construction, including lexical analysis, parsing, grammars, semantic analysis, code generation and optimization. Each student will implement a subset of a compiler.
Prerequisites: CS 2233 and CS 3623 with grades of “C” or higher.
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CS 4413 - Fundamentals of Automata and Formal Language Theory (3) SP
Introduction to fundamental concepts of automata theory and formal languages including finite automata, regular expressions, formal language theory and pushdown automata.
Prerequisite: CS 3623 or CS 3713 with a grade of “C” or higher.
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CS 4423 - Computability and Complexity Theory (3) SP
Rigorous introduction to theoretical foundations of computer science, addressing a number of interrelated topics and formally defining a computer, an algorithm and what is computable. Close reading of important theorems and proofs. Significant use of mathematical lemmas, corollaries, logical reasoning, inductive proofs, are used to introduce how to reason precisely about computation and prove mathematical theorems of computation such as Turing machines, undecidability, and computational complexity.
Prerequisites: CS 3623 and CS 4413 with grades of “C” or higher.
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CS 4433 - Algorithmic Graph Theory (3) F
The elements of the theory of graphs and directed graphs with motivating examples from communication networks, data structures, etc., shortest paths, depth first search, matching algorithms, parallel algorithms, minimum spanning trees, basic complexity theory, planarity, and other topics. Programming assignments are included.
Prerequisite: CS 3623 with a grade of “C” or higher.
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CS 4443 - Database Theory and Applications (3) SP
Introduction to the theory, methods, and techniques widely used today to design, build, and implement modern database systems. Emphasis is on the relational data model, with topics including relational algebra, SQL, entity-relationship model, normalization, design algorithms, query processing, transaction processing, and object-oriented databases.
Prerequisites: CS 2233 , CS 2243 and MA 2903 (or MA 2103 ) with grades of “C” or higher.
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CS 4453 - Artificial Intelligence (3) SP
An exploration of concepts, approaches and techniques of artificial intelligence: specification, design, and implementation of selected applications of intelligent software agents and multi-agent systems. Computational models of intelligent behavior, including problem solving, knowledge representation, reasoning, planning, decision making, learning, perception, action, communication and interaction. Reactive, deliberative, rational, adaptive, learning and communicative agents and multi-agent systems.
Prerequisites:( CS 3623 or CS 3252 ) and ( MA 2183 or MA 3123 ) and MA 3213 with grades of “C” or higher.
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GD 3253 - Game Development I (3) SP
Introduction to the design and implementation of computer games, including real-time graphics, audio and interactive multimedia programming techniques.
Prerequisite: CS 2233 with a grade of “C” or higher.
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GD 3263 - Game Development II (3) F
Advanced game programming techniques, including 3D graphics, 3D audio, game physics and networking for multi-player games.
Prerequisite: GD 3253 with a grade of “C” or higher.
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GD 3273 - Collaborative Serious Games Development (3) SP
Advanced team-based game development on applications of interactive technology for video game domains such as education, health, training, analytics, visualization, simulation and therapy.
Prerequisite: GD 3263 with a grade of “C” or higher.
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Special Topics/Independent Research in Computer Science Courses |
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CS 350V - Special Topics in Computer Science (1-3) Offered on demand
Selected topics from the field of computer science. The course may be either lecture or laboratory oriented depending upon the topic selected. The study represents an in-depth approach to specific areas of interest to the students.
Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor.
Repeatable for credit with director’s approval.
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Contemporary Music Courses |
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CMU 1012 - Digital Audio Production (2) S
An introduction to the basics of digital audio production, this course examines the roles of musician, vocalist, producer and engineer in the creation of audio. The student learns the digital workstation environment of Pro Tools and Logic, including MIDI, samples, softsynths, plugins and outboard gear.
Prerequisite: Minimum grade of “C” in CMU 1101 , or a passing grade on the music technology placement exam.
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CMU 1013 - Introduction to Music Business (3) S
A survey course in the fundamentals of the commercial music business, including vocation/job survey, ethics, entrepreneurship, leadership, corporate music business practice, human resources, legal and business affairs, accounting, administration, finance and capital, commerce, common income streams, copyright, publishing, PROs, licensing, communication, manufacturing, publicity, traditional and interactive promotion and marketing, distribution models, artistry, the role of innovation and virtuosity, live performance, touring, booking, career strategies, independent music, major label business, artist development, A&R, artist and project management, survey of digital media and converging technologies, and an overview of graphic arts, photography, and video production as they relate to the music business.
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CMU 1101 - Introduction to Music Technology (1) F
For music students with little or no experience in live performance, recording or computer technologies. Basic computer skills, DAW recording principles, MIDI sequencing, basic signal flow and processing (both analog and digital), and familiarity with microphones, cabling, mixers, amplification and speakers are included in the course of study. Minimum grade of “C” is required to proceed to CMU 1012 (Digital Audio Production). This course may be counted as elective credit in traditional/classical music majors and minors or in non-music degrees, but is not a part of any major or minor program in contemporary music.
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CMU 2013 - Music Entrepreneurship (3) F
Designed to create competitive music entrepreneurs, focused on life and music-making entrepreneurial skills. Class sessions are split between micro-lecture, case studies of Nashville-centric music entrepreneurs and beyond, and the creation of real-time entrepreneurial student projects. Students are required to cultivate exceptional computer and office skills with mastery in two or more music industry related software platforms (e.g. InDesign, ProTools, Logic, Final Cut Pro, Word). Application of content will be made to both Songwriting and Music Production majors.
Prerequisite: Minimum grade of “C” in CMU 1013 .
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CMU 2023 - Music Production I (3) F
Focused on the twin emphases of classic Nashville-centric record production and current digital music production and engineering. This is an immersive course, involving hands-on study and work with Nashville producers, engineers, and session musicians. Students will receive instruction in the fundamentals of sound, production trends, recording/engineering methodologies, basic and complex signal flow, critical/analytical listening, acoustics, basic audio and engineering principles, digital multi-track recording, general and advanced production and engineering techniques, MIDI, sample library and software survey and use, analog and digital equipment survey and use, musical instrument history and use, cabling, console and patch-bay routing, music production for film and creative media, mixing, remixing, mastering, and working knowledge of both Pro Tools and Logic production platforms. Minimum grade of “C” required to moved forward to CMU 2033 (Production II)
Prerequisite: Minimum grade of “C” in CMU 1012 .
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CMU 2033 - Music Production II (3) S
Builds on the work of Production I, encouraging the development of skill and ability, as well as a flexible, entrepreneurial approach to the diversity of music production work common to the music business in Nashville and beyond. Minimum grade of “C” required to move forward to CMU 3013 .
Prerequisite: Minimum grade of “C” in CMU 2023 (Music Production I)
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CMU 2043 - Songwriting I (3) F
A year-long, immersive course, involving hands-on study and work with Nashville songwriters, music publishers, producers, and session musicians on campus and in studios throughout Music City. The course focuses on the twin emphasis of classic Nashville-centric solo and collaborative songwriting history and technique, and current digital music production songwriting methods. The second semester builds upon the previous encouraging the development of skill and ability, as well as a flexible, entrepreneurial approach to the songwriting and composition work common to the music business in Nashville and beyond. Minimum grade of “C” required to move forward into CMU 2053 .
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CMU 2053 - Songwriting II (3) S
A year-long, immersive course, involving hands-on study and work with Nashville songwriters, music publishers, producers, and session musicians on campus and in studios throughout Music City. The course focuses on the twin emphasis of classic Nashville-centric solo and collaborative songwriting history and technique, and current digital music production songwriting methods. The second semester builds upon the previous encouraging the development of skill and ability, as well as a flexible, entrepreneurial approach to the songwriting and composition work common to the music business in Nashville and beyond. Minimum grade of “C” required to move forward into CMU 2063 .
Prerequisite: Minimum grades of “C” in CMU 2043 (Songwriting I) and MU 1143 (Theory II).
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CMU 2063 - Lyric Writing Lab (3) F
A hands-on, advanced course focused specifically on the art of lyric writing. Students will study specific exceptional lyrics from writers past and present (including Nashville greats), as well as the form, function, and analysis of lyrics in general. Students will write lyrics alone and in collaboration with others. The course reveals common techniques and structures and promotes the development of a literate, imaginative mind. Minimum grade of “C” required to move forward into CMU 4023 .
Prerequisite: Minimum grade of “C” in CMU 2053 .
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CMU 3013 - Pro Tools Mix Techniques (3) F
An introduction to the art and science of mixing digital audio in Pro Tools from multi-track source material to two-track stereo master. Students learn critical listening, signal flow, mix prep protocols, editing, balancing, gain optimization, sub-grouping, frequency analysis, equalization, compression/limiting, effects and general sonic manipulation and treatment of source material in the assembly of a mix. Minimum grade of “C” required to move forward into CMU 4013 .
A minimum grade of “C” in CMU 2033 (Music Production II)
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CMU 3023 - History of Popular Music (3) S
A Nashville-centric and globally-informed overview of the history of popular music. The course explores varied roles, techniques, philosophies, and achievements of songwriters and musicians throughout recent popular music history. It is popular artist and recording focused, with a secondary emphasis on the historical business relationship between artists and music publishers/A&R staff. The course is an invitation to students to appreciate songwriting’s past and imagine themselves in its future.
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CMU 3033 - Studio Arranging and Improvisation (3) S
A course focused on audio production, including the art of arranging for a Nashville-centric studio tracking session with musicians, and within the producer/programmer digital workspace of Pro Tools and Logic. Course content includes immersion in melodic, harmonic, rhythmic, and soundscape studies, frequency analysis and function of instrumentation, the art of improvising, and history and contemporary trends in arranging. Students must have approved competency in DAW editing and programming, music notation by hand, chord voicings and names, and the Nashville number system of chord designation. Application of content will be made to both Songwriter and Music Production majors.
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CMU 3042 - Catalog & Portfolio I (2) F, Year 1
Year one of Catalog & Portfolio, designed to instruct 3rd year students in the creation of a competitive song catalog and/or music production portfolio. Students will imagine and create a catalog/portfolio drawing upon their ever-expanding songwriting and audio production technique and skill. Instruction will be given on imaging and marketing strategies for presenting the songwriter/producer’s work to potential artists, music publishers, and Ad/Film & TV music supervisors. The course teaches the student to manage a song catalog, both in physical form and as an online catalog, and involves classroom and studio participation, as well as self-directed production and songwriting. Minimum grade of “C” required to move forward into CMU 3052 .
Prerequisite: Minimum grade of “C” in CMU 2033 or CMU 2053
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CMU 3052 - Catalog & Portfolio II (2) SP, Year 1
Year one of Catalog & Portfolio, designed to instruct 3rd year students in the creation of a competitive song catalog and/or music production portfolio. Students will imagine and create a catalog/portfolio drawing upon their ever-expanding songwriting and audio production technique and skill. Instruction will be given on imaging and marketing strategies for presenting the songwriter/producer’s work to potential artists, music publishers, and Ad/Film & TV music supervisors. The course teaches the student to manage a song catalog, both in physical form and as an online catalog, and involves classroom and studio participation, as well as self-directed production and songwriting. Minimum grade of “C” required to move forward into CMU 4042 .
Prerequisite: Minimum grade of “C” in CMU 3042
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CMU 3062 - Songwriting and Production for Digital media (2) S
Focuses on developing the foundational songwriting, composing, and production skills needed in creating for digital media, film and television. Comprehensive in scope, the course surveys a wide variety of techniques and practices, styles, genres, and uses for commercial music in digital media, from web ads to episodic television. Students will write for specific digital media uses and trace the use from ideation to market. Uniquely, this course interacts with Film & Creative Media providing students with real-time projects to analyze and score.
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CMU 4013 - Legendary Productions and Producers (3) F
A survey of legendary productions and producers across multiple genres, including rock, country, and pop. This is step-wise instruction in the essential choices that make up history-making, legendary recordings. The course guides students through an in-depth analysis of the recording artist’s performances, how the producer and engineer captured those recordings, and how the recordings were enhanced through instrumentation and additional production and mix choices. Critical listening and the cultivation of analytical and naming skills are at the heart of this music production course.
Prerequisite: Minimum grade of “C” in CMU 3013
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CMU 4023 - Legendary Songs and Songwriters (3) F
This survey course looks at legendary songs and songwriters across multiple genres, including rock, country, and pop. This is step-wise instruction in analyzing the essential elements and choices that make up history-making, legendary songs. The development of critical listening skills, analytical skills, and learning to differentiate and name uniqueness are at the heart of this songwriting course.
Prerequisite: Minimum grade of “C” in CMU 2063
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CMU 4033 - Business of Songwriting & Music Production (3) F
Focuses on all things business related to songwriting and music production including contract structures and strategies, interaction with artists and publishers, record companies, and business affairs, as well as co-writer selection and project scheduling, budgeting, problem-solving, and knowledge of the various income streams related to songwriting and music production. Students will experience hands-on immersion in the entrepreneurial fundamentals of managing a musical career over a lifetime.
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CMU 4042 - Catalog & Portfolio III (2) F, Year 2
Year two of Catalog & Portfolio, designed to instruct 4th year students in the creation of a competitive song catalog and/or music production portfolio. Students will imagine and create an advanced catalog/portfolio drawing upon their ever-expanding songwriting and audio production technique and skill. The course teaches the student to manage a song catalog, both in physical form and as an online catalog. Involves classroom and studio participation, as well as self-directed production and songwriting. Minimum grade of “C” required to move forward into CMU 4052 .
Prerequisite: Minimum grade of “C” in CMU 3052
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CMU 4052 - Catalog & Portfolio IV (2) SP, Year 2
Year two of Catalog & Portfolio, designed to instruct 4th year students in the creation of a competitive song catalog and/or music production portfolio. Students will imagine and create an advanced catalog/portfolio drawing upon their ever-expanding songwriting and audio production technique and skill. The course teaches the student to manage a song catalog, both in physical form and as an online catalog. Involves classroom and studio participation, as well as self-directed production and songwriting.
Prerequisite: Minimum grade of “C” in CMU 4042
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Computing and Technology Courses |
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CCT 1123 - Zen and Art of Computing (3)
A study of modern computing technologies developed by computer, data and information scientists that keep the global digital information age moving forward. Topics include tools and artifacts of the digital citizen, appropriate uses of technology in society, and software to maximize your effectiveness as a student.
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CCT 4013 - Computational Capstone 3-6 F, SP, SU
Reading and study of contemporary topics and high-performance computing methods with coding problems using appropriate computer languages for numerical methods, such solutions for partial differential equations for theoretical problems of interests in each student’s respective computational sciences degree and domain of interest under the guidance and approval of the respective faculty and department; methods may also include standard problems such as eigenvalue and singular value decomposition, special matrices, and basis construction and orthogonalization for the students’ degree domain. This course is be offered on demand to all computational sciences students in accordance with departmental enrollment policies.
Prerequisites: CS 3433 , CS 4103 , and MA 3213 .
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CCT 4613 - Senior Project (3) SP
Design and implementation of a suitable information or software system. Projects to be proposed and/or approved by the instructor.
Prerequisites: Senior standing and CS 2243 or IT 3233 , and IT 3413 with grades of “C” or higher.
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Special Topics/Independent Research in Computing and Technology Courses |
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CCT 395V - Internship (1-3) F, SP, SU
Provides the opportunity for a student to gain experience with his/her computing major in a work setting. Credit is awarded according to the scale published by the Career Development Center.
Prerequisites: junior standing and the permission of the undergraduate program director.
Repeatable up to six hours.
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CCT 401V - Independent Study (1-3) F, SP, SU
Independent study research in a selected topic; title to be approved by the major professor and undergraduate program director; culminating research paper to be kept on file.
Prerequisites: advanced standing, ability and the approval of undergraduate program director and faculty advisor.
This course may satisfy SALT Tier II requirement.
Repeatable for up to six hours.
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Data Science Courses |
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DS 1123 - Introduction to Data Science (3)
Introduction to latest trends in informatics and analytics, including topics such as Big Data, predictive models, tools and technologies to support large scale analytics, research methods, decision modeling, and case studies.
Lecture, 3 hours.
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DS 2063 - Modern Computing Applications for Data Science (3)
Introduction to modern data science applications such as SAS, JMP, Tableau, Enterprise Miner, Hadoop, and other enterprise level applications for data analysis, visualization, collection, and research.
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DS 2223 - Information Structures (3) SP
Introduction to the concepts and structures used to analyze, store, manage, and present information and navigation. Topics include information analysis and organization methods, XML, and metadata concepts and application.
Prerequisite or corequisite.: INF 2213.
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DS 3123 - Information Ethics and Policy (3) F
Framework for analyzing the ethical, legal, economic, and socio-political issues surrounding information, information technologies, and the information industries. Policy and ethical issues of information access and control including intellectual property, file sharing, free speech, privacy, and national security.
Prerequisite: DS 1123 or DS 2063 or IT 1123 .
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DS 3213 - Principles of Data Science (3) F
Principles of informatics and analytics including theories, concepts, and principles of information, information seeking, cognitive processing, knowledge representation and restructuring, and their relationship to physical and intellectual access to information. Development of information systems for storage, organization, and retrieval.
Prerequisites: (CS 2243 or BA 3403 /Accounting majors) and (MA 2183 or MG 2013 /Accounting majors).
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DS 3223 - Information Structures (3) SP
Introduction to the concepts and structures used to analyze, store, manage, and present information and navigation. Topics include information analysis and organization methods, XML, and metadata concepts and application.
Prerequisite or corequisite: DS 3213 .
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DS 3323 - Principles of Statistical Analysis and Decision Modeling (3)
Introduction to the research process investigating information needs, creation, organization, flow, retrieval and use. Stages include: research definition, questions, objectives, data collection and management, data analysis, and data interpretation. Techniques include: observation, interviews, questionnaires, and transaction-log analysis.
Prerequisite: DS 3213 and MA 2183 .
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DS 4003 - Decision Support Systems (3) SP
This course allows students to explore the history, evolution and current applications of decision support. The course emphasizes the unique challenges of data representation and information retrieval techniques that are foundational to decision support systems. Students will evaluate the value of decision support systems in contrast with the complexities of implementation in the current medical, legal, financial, technological and cultural context.
Prerequisite: Admittance to accelerated master’s degree in health care informatics.
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DS 4013 - Information Systems Management (3) SP
The role of Information Systems within the organization and how they can be used to make operations more efficient, save time and energy, will be discussed. In addition, the methods to use these strategically are evaluated. The use of critical thinking skills to explore methods of using information systems to increase productivity and, if necessary, as the competitive advantage will be a large component of this course.
Prerequisite: Admittance to accelerated master’s degree in health care informatics.
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DS 4103 - Introduction to Health Care Informatics (3) SP
This course surveys the fundamental concepts and activities of informatics as applied to health care. Topics include computer-based medical records, electronic health record, knowledge-based systems, decision theory and decision support, e-Health, ARRA/ HITECH and Meaningful Use and the personal health record. Students will learn health care informatics history, informatics competencies, concepts, legal and ethical implications and applications within the health care industry. This course will introduce the student to the software development life cycle; human factors issues in health care informatics; critical issues affecting the development and implementation of information and communication systems and technologies, professional practice trends and explore some of the emerging information and communication technology in health care (CPOE, eMAR, barcode medication administration systems, e-Prescribing, etc.).
Prerequisite: Admittance to accelerated master’s degree in health care informatics.
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DS 4133 - Research Methods in Data Science (3) F
Introduction to the research process investigating information needs, creation, organization, flow, retrieval and use. Stages include: research definition, questions, objectives, data collection and management, data analysis, and data interpretation. Techniques include: observation, interviews, questionnaires, and transaction-log analysis.
Prerequisite: DS 3323 .
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DS 4223 - Data Mining and Analysis (3) SP
Computational techniques for analysis of large, complex datasets, covering fundamental aspects as well as modern data mining and analysis techniques.
Prerequisite: DS 3223 and DS 3323 .
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DS 350V - Special Topics in Data Science (1-3) Offered on demand
Selected topics from the field of informatics and analytics. The course may be either lecture or laboratory oriented depending upon the topic selected. The study represents an in-depth approach to specific areas of interest to the students.
Prerequisite: Consent of the instructor.
Repeatable for credit with director’s approval.
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Developmental Courses |
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TP 0110 - Turning Point (1 non-credit hour) F, SP
This course is designed to be offered as part of the Turning Point program. Emphasis is placed upon personal assessment, development of personal goals, accepting personal responsibility, effective self management strategies, changing self-defeating patterns of thinking and behavior and becoming life-long learners. Self examination and reflection will be encouraged through group discussions, personal journals and essay writing. Students who are required to participate in the Turning Point program may be required to enroll in TP 0110 if it is offered.
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English for Academic Purposes Courses |
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EAP 1310 - Conversational English in Academic Settings - Intermediate F, SP, SU
This course focuses on speaking and listening in an academic environment. The course will prepare students to listen to lectures, as well as lead and participate in discussions. Through presentation skills, structured listening activities, and working in groups on project-based assignments, students will practice pronunciation and listening comprehension exercises.
participate 2 times maximum
$75 textbook fee
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EAP 1320 - Reading and Vocabulary - Intermediate F, SP, SU
This intermediate course focuses on and practice academic reading in order to prepare for the collegiate environment. Additionally, students will learn specific reading strategies to aid in comprehension of nonfiction texts, as well as increase their academic language. Finally, students will regularly participate in structured discourse and produce written responses regarding a wide range of reading materials.
participate 2 times maximum
$75 textbook fee
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EAP 1330 - Writing for Academic Purposes - Intermediate F, SP, SU
This intermediate course focuses on the craft of writing in academic environments, as well as study grammar and the structure of the English language. Students will produce academically focused writing in the form of paragraphs.
participate 2 times maximum
$75 textbook fee
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EAP 1340 - Studying in a University - Intermediate F, SP, SU
This course orients students to life in an American university and instructs students to develop study habits and skills required for the academic rigor found in universities. Students will be introduced to Lipscomb University’s programs and resources, academic policies and expectations, as well as further develop technology and test-taking skills.
participate 2 times maximum
$75 Textbook Fee
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EAP 1410 - Conversational English in Academic Settings - Pre-Advanced F, SP, SU
This pre-advanced course prepares students for the speaking and listening demands found in academic environments. The course will prepare students to listen and respond to different types of lectures, to prepare for and deliver a variety of presentations, and lead and participate in discussions. Through structured listening and speaking activities and project-based assignments, students will improve listening comprehension and refine speaking proficiency.
participate 2 times maximum
$75 textbook fee
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EAP 1420 - Reading and Vocabulary - Pre-Advanced F, SP, SU
In this pre-advanced reading course, students will practice academic reading in order to prepare for the collegiate environment. Additionally, students will learn specific reading strategies to aid in comprehension of a variety of texts, as well as increase academic vocabulary. Finally, students will interact with a wide range of reading materials through structured discourse and written response.
participate 2 times maximum
$75 textbook fee
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EAP 1430 - Writing for Academic Purposes - Pre-Advanced F, SP, SU
This pre-advanced course focuses on the craft of writing in academic environments, as well as studying grammar and the structure of the English language. Students will produce academically focused writing pieces, such as paragraphs and essays.
participate 2 times maximum
$75 textbook fee
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EAP 1440 - Studying in a University - Pre-Advanced F, SP, SU
This pre-advanced course orients students to life in an American university and instructs students to solidify study habits and skills required for the academic rigor found in universities. With an emphasis on engaging with the academic community, students will learn how to access Lipscomb University’s programs and resources, understand academic policies and expectations, increase technology and test-taking skills, as well as review and apply new information and skills.
participate 2 times maximum
$75 textbook fee
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EAP 1510 - Conversational English in Academic Settings - Advanced F, SP, SU
This advanced oral communication course prepares students for speaking and listening demands found in academic environments. The course will prepare students for listening to different types of lectures, and preparation and delivery of speeches and presentations for different purposes and audiences. Through structured listening and speaking activities students will learn to apply skills that will be used in university settings.
participate 2 times maximum
$75 textbook fee
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EAP 1520 - Reading and Vocabulary - Advanced F, SP, SU
This advanced course focuses on academic reading in order to prepare for the collegiate environment. Students will learn to read for different purposes, including but not limited to reading for research and analyzing literature. Additionally, students will interact with a wide range of reading materials and further develop their vocabulary through structured discourse and written response.
participation 2 times maximum
$75 textbook fee
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EAP 1530 - Writing for Academic Purposes - Advanced F, SP, SU
This advanced course focuses on the craft of writing in academic environments, as well as perfecting grammar and the structure of the English language. Students will produce academically focused writing pieces, such as essays and a research paper.
participation 2 times maximum
$75 textbook fee
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EAP 1540 - Studying in a University - Advanced F, SP, SU
This advanced study skills course is designed specifically for students who intend to take the TOEFL or IELTS to meet entry requirements to universities. With an emphasis on formal assessment preparation, students will also apply technology and academic skills to prepare for exams and quizzes.
participation 2 times maximum
$75 textbook fee
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Economics Courses |
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EC 2403 - Principles of Macroeconomics (3) F, SP, SU
Basic economic principles in the context of modern society and government policy; national income accounting, output determination, fiscal policy, the banking system, monetary policy, and international trade.
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EC 2413 - Principles of Microeconomics (3) F, SP, SU
Basic economic principles in the context of modern society and business, including scarcity and the allocation of resources, supply and demand, the American economy, the global economy, market structures and resource markets.
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EC 3303 - Natural Resource Economics (3) SP Offered even-numbered years
Economic principles applied to the presence and utilization of natural resources. The nature of public policy will also be addressed, with emphasis on how natural resource and environmental issues fit into the greater policy context. This will include deeper study of the meaning of scarcity, cost, property rights, sustainability, and the limits of knowledge. Topics may include the law and economics of water and other minerals, forests, fisheries, energy supply, pollution, and climate change.
Prerequisites: EC 2413 with a grade of “C” or better.
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EC 3603 - International Economics and Finance (3) F
This course will focus on international trade as a sub-theme in the greater concert of the human struggle to survive and prosper that has continued, in essence unchanged, throughout the centuries. The emphasis will be on developing a framework for evaluating trade on a global basis.
Prerequisites: EC 2413 and EC 2403 with grades of “C” or above.
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Special Topics/Independent Research in Economics Courses |
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EC 390V - Internship in Economics (1-3) F, SP, SU
Prerequisite: Permission of professor in charge and academic chair.
Open only to juniors and seniors.
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EC 401V - Independent Study in Economics (1-3) F, SP, SU
Independent research of primary and secondary data in a selected topic; topic title to be approved by major professor and department chair; paper to be kept on file.
Prerequisites: Advanced standing, proven research ability and approval of department chair
Course may be repeated.
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Education Courses |
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ED 2313 - Schooling in America (3) F, SP
This course offers an orientation to the teacher education program at Lipscomb as well as to the social, historical and philosophical foundations of American education. The course is the prerequisite to all other education courses and is to be taken by the end of the sophomore year. This course must be taken at Lipscomb University. Students are required to attend a mandatory teacher education initiation retreat early in the semester. The specific days(s) will be listed when registering for the class.
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ED 3323 - Planning for Learning (3) F, SP
This course is designed to prepare 7-12 and K-12 majors for the realities of today’s classroom, with a specific focus on procedural practices for management, Common Core Curriculum standards, transforming standards into learning objectives, differentiating instructions, and writing and executing a lesson plan to teach and assess learning. Students in this course will work collaboratively with peers and with in-service teachers to create and adjust lesson plans appropriately. Technology use in instruction will be explored, as well as the importance of formative and summative assessments, collaborative team work/professional learning communities, and reflection and modification of teaching practices. A field experience is included.
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ED 3343 - Cultural Perspectives in Education (3) F, SP, SU
This course is to develop an appreciation of the cultural differences in classrooms; a sensitivity to the needs of students and families living in poverty; and relationships with peers, teachers and students in schools. Significant time will be spent in school settings. Journal writing, readings and reflection papers will be assigned to develop reflective practitioners. The course may be taken during Maymester as a trip into a culturally diverse environment. Travel fee will be extra for international trips.
Prerequisite: Admission to the program.
Travel fee will be extra.
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ED 3353 - Characteristics and Assessment of Students with Disabilities (3) F,SP
Understanding individual student needs is essential to a special educator. The primary purpose of this course is to help students learn about the various disabilities as described in the federal law, how the characteristics of each disability are manifested, as well as the impact they have on learning. Students will also learn how the disabilities are evaluated and how students are determined to be eligible for special education services. This course will also introduce assessment as it relates to determining the needs of each student in the classroom.
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ED 3363 - Teaching with Text (3) F, SP
This course is an in-depth look into how to engage students in reading and responding to text. Candidates will explore different text genres and formats including fiction, non-fiction, digital, informational, and non-print to support inquiry and learning across the curriculum. The course will prepare candidates to engage students in close reading of text to analyze craft, structure, & rhetoric for the purpose of deeper comprehension. The course will examine text response through meaningful discussion, collaboration, and writing in a variety of formats for different audiences. Candidates will learn to develop and support students to become lifelong readers through choice, environment, and exposure to diverse texts.
Prerequisite: Admission to the program.
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ED 3373 - Supporting Behavior of Students with Disabilities (3) SP
Managing the learning environment is important for all educators. For special educators, specific learning differences of the students may make this skill even more essential. In this course, students will learn the importance of managing the learning environment and how to use the physical environment and community to build a safe, positive environment for all learners. Students will also learn the basics of classroom management theories and strategies while they develop their own classroom management plans. Student behavior related to disabilities will also be discussed along with research-based strategies to support behavior in the classroom.
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ED 3404 - Primary Education (4) F, SP, SU
Focuses on designing developmentally appropriate activities that meet cognitive, socio-emotional and physical needs of primary learners. Additional topics of study are emergent literacy, learning centers and parent involvement. Students will design a back-to-school notebook with detailed procedures for the beginning of a school year. Includes a field experience in a primary classroom.
Prerequisite: Admission to the program.
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ED 3451 - Early Childhood Practicum (1) Offered on demand
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ED 3476 - Reading and Language Arts (6) F, SP
This course is an in-depth look into research on how children become literate and the practical implications of this research for teachers. It focuses on equipping future teachers with the theoretical knowledge and pedagogical skills that will help them make appropriate instructional decisions as they teach children to become adept readers and writers. Assessment and diagnosis of the literacy strengths of a student and appropriate remediation techniques will be developed. A major field experience is required. Should be taken later in program.
Prerequisite: Admission to program.
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ED 3533 - Math Methods (3) F, SP
This course will create proficiency in principles of learning and teaching mathematics to diverse populations of elementary and middle school students. Candidates will learn to prepare instructional materials and create laboratory experiences that relate principles to practice.
Prerequisite: Admission to the program.
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ED 3546 - Instructional Methods for Special Education (6) SP
Educating students with disabilities requires knowledge about the general curriculum, instructional strategies, and learning theories while balancing the special accommodations and strategies that might be needed based on a learner’s learning style. This course will introduce both general and specialized curricula that might be used with students with disabilities. Research- based instructional methods for problem solving, comprehension, memory, and other related deficits will also be discussed. This course will include a clinical practice placement in which students can observe and practice the instructional strategies they are learning.
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ED 3636 - Clinical Practice I (6) F, SP
This course is designed to develop competencies in pre-service teachers related to lesson planning, teaching with a focus on differentiation and the exceptional child, classroom management, communication with school stakeholders, using technology in teaching and management, and becoming a reflective practitioner. This course includes a long-term field experience in which students will work in a diverse middle school.
Prerequisites: ED 3323 , ED 3404 , ED 3476 , ED 3533 as program requires and admission to program.
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ED 3649 - Clinical Practice II (9) F, SP
Analysis of various methods and the basic factors in the teaching-learning process are considered in light of research-based teaching strategies and principles of learning in this course. The focus is on both short and long term instructional planning that incorporates formative and summative assessment and modifications to maximize student learning. Attention is given to adapting lessons for students with diverse needs, including those for whom English is a second language. This course includes a long-term field experience in which students will work in an elementary or high school, according to program.
Prerequisite: ED 3636 .
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ED 3723 - Integrated Literacy (3) Offered on demand
This course is an in-depth look at using a variety of strategies for integrating reading and writing across the curriculum and developing vocabulary and comprehension skills. It will help students understand how to identify and explore quality literature. It will also focus on using informational and exemplary texts to teach content, as well as evidence-based writing. Lastly, the course will address scaffolding and differentiation strategies for struggling readers.
Prerequisite: ED 3476 .
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ED 4043 - Complex Disabilities (3)
Understanding individual student needs is essential for a special educator. The primary purpose of this course is to help students learn about the various needs of students with severe/profound and multiple disabilities as described in the federal law, including issues related to postsecondary transition. Students will learn how to use assistive technology to meet the needs of students. This course will also introduce alternative assessment, how to determine when to use and how to implement for appropriate students.
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ED 4213 - Collaboration and Co-teaching (3) F
The role of the special educator has changed in the last 20 years. Special Educators are now serving in a more collaborative role with general educators. They are often consulting and/or co-teaching in general education classrooms. This course will prepare students to work with other school staff, balance a caseload while supporting the needs of all students, and to effectively communicate with paraprofessionals. Specific strategies for collaboration, consultation, and co-teaching will be learned. In addition, the importance of communicating with families, as well as techniques to collaborate with families, will be discussed.
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ED 4223 - Communication, Language and Social Development (3) SP
This course covers the development of communication, language, and social skills for typically developing children, as well as the deficits seen in these areas in children with disabilities. Students will learn the link between communication and behavior, the educational implications of communication and language impairments, and instructional strategies related to communication, language, and social skills. Research-based interventions such as social narratives, video-modeling, and augmentative communication will also be discussed.
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ED 4233 - Special Education Law and Ethics 3 F
Special educators are responsible for knowing the federal and state law that governs the supports and services for students with disabilities. In this course, students will analyze the law and develop and understanding of communication and collaboration, preparing for and conducting meetings, accommodations and modifications, IEP writing, and transition planning. This course will also cover the ethical and professional role of special educators including confidentiality, effective communication and writing skills, and self-reflection.
Prequisite: Admission into program
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Special Topics/Independent Research/Clinical Practice in Education Courses |
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ED 4xx6 - Disability Studies Practicum (6)
This practicum will give students the experience of working with a nonprofit organization that supports individuals with disabilities. Students will spend time observing how the organization works with individuals, family members, and community stakeholders to improve the lives of individuals with disabilities. Students will complete a reflection journal and a paper on their organization and experience.
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ED 46nV - Special Topics (1-3) Offered on demand
Selected topics from the field of education are offered. The format of the course is determined by the topic. Field experiences may be required.
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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ED 450V - Independent Study in Education (1, 2, 3) F, SP, SU
This course is designed to offer variable credit of one, two or three hours according to individual need. Permission of academic chair required.
Prerequisite: Admission to program.
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ED 471C - Clinical Practice III - PreK-3 (12) F, SP
This course is the capstone experience required of all education majors - student teaching. Observation and directed teaching for a minimum of 15 weeks in assigned P-12 schools are completed under the supervision of mentor teachers and a university supervisor. Each student is placed in two varying classroom settings. The student teaching application package must be submitted no later than the last day of the exams two semesters prior to student teaching. The accompanying seminar serves to guide candidates through the student teaching experience. Lipscomb provides an opportunity for candidates to do an international student teaching placement upon request.
Prerequisite: ED 3649 , application approval, interview, admission to the program, and passing scores on Praxis II Content Tests for one’s discipline.
Corequisite: ED 4403 .
$400 fee.
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ED 472C - Clinical Practice III - K-6 (12) F, SP
This course is the capstone experience required of all education majors - student teaching. Observation and directed teaching for a minimum of 15 weeks in assigned P-12 schools are completed under the supervision of mentor teachers and a university supervisor. Each student is placed in two varying classroom settings. The student teaching application package must be submitted no later than the last day of the exams two semesters prior to student teaching. The accompanying seminar serves to guide candidates through the student teaching experience. Lipscomb provides an opportunity for candidates to do an international student teaching placement upon request.
Prerequisite: ED 3649 , application approval, interview, admission to the program, and passing scores on Praxis II Content Tests for one’s discipline.
Corequisite: ED 4403 .
$400 fee.
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ED 473C - Clinical Practice III - 4-8 (12) F, SP
This course is the capstone experience required of all education majors - student teaching. Observation and directed teaching for a minimum of 15 weeks in assigned P-12 schools are completed under the supervision of mentor teachers and a university supervisor. Each student is placed in two varying classroom settings. The student teaching application package must be submitted no later than the last day of the exams two semesters prior to student teaching. The accompanying seminar serves to guide candidates through the student teaching experience. Lipscomb provides an opportunity for candidates to do an international student teaching placement upon request.
Prerequisite: ED 3649 , application approval, interview, admission to the program, and passing scores on Praxis II Content Tests for one’s discipline.
Corequisite: ED 4403 .
$400 fee.
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ED 474C - Clinical Practice III - 7-12 (12) F, SP
This course is the capstone experience required of all education majors - student teaching. Observation and directed teaching for a minimum of 15 weeks in assigned P-12 schools are completed under the supervision of mentor teachers and a university supervisor. Each student is placed in two varying classroom settings. The student teaching application package must be submitted no later than the last day of the exams two semesters prior to student teaching. The accompanying seminar serves to guide candidates through the student teaching experience. Lipscomb provides an opportunity for candidates to do an international student teaching placement upon request.
Prerequisite: ED 3649 , application approval, interview, admission to the program, and passing scores on Praxis II Content Tests for one’s discipline.
Corequisite: ED 4403 .
$400 fee.
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ED 475C - Clinical Practice III - K-12 & PreK-12 (12) F, SP
This course is the capstone experience required of all education majors - student teaching. Observation and directed teaching for a minimum of 15 weeks in assigned P-12 schools are completed under the supervision of mentor teachers and a university supervisor. Each student is placed in two varying classroom settings. The student teaching application package must be submitted no later than the last day of the exams two semesters prior to student teaching. The accompanying seminar serves to guide candidates through the student teaching experience. Lipscomb provides an opportunity for candidates to do an international student teaching placement upon request.
Prerequisite: ED 3649 , application approval, interview, admission to the program, and passing scores on Praxis II Content Tests for one’s discipline.
Corequisite: ED 4403 .
$400 fee.
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Electrical and Computer Engineering Courses |
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EECE 1123 - Fundamentals of Electrical and Computer Engineering (3) SP
Fundamentals of engineering design as it applies to electrical and computer engineering. Emphasis on basics of logic, number systems, digital design, state machines, and basic logic circuits. Students are introduced to programming, micro-controllers, and basic circuits through experiments using Arduino boards.
ENGR 1113
3 hours
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EECE 2013 - Survey of Electrical Engineering (3) SP
A study of electric circuit DC and AC analysis, transient circuit analysis, frequency response and filters, complex power, and electromechanics.
Prerequisite: MA 2314 and PH 2414 with a grade of “C” or higher.
Lecture, 3 hours.
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EECE 2214 - Electric Circuits and Signals I (4) F
A study of resistor network analysis including series-parallel, wye-delta, source transformations, node voltage and mesh current analysis. Also includes: Thevenin & Norton equivalent circuits, capacitance, inductance, mutual inductance and transformers as well as AC phasor analysis of RLC circuits, single phase power systems and application of operational amplifiers. Hands-on experience with circuit performance measurement and numerical methods.
EECE 1123 with a grade of “C” or higher
Corequisite: PH 2424 .
Lecture, 3 hours;
Laboratory/recitation, 3 hours.
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EECE 2223 - Electric Circuits and Signals II (3) SP
A study of transient response of RL/RC and RLC networks, Laplace and Fourier transform methods, and introduction to Z transforms. Filter design, including Butterworth filters with frequency and impedance scaling. Also, two-port parameters.
Prerequisite: EECE 2214 with a grade of “C” or higher.
Lecture, 3 hours.
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EECE 3013 - Random Analysis for Electrical Engineers (3) SP
Fundamentals of probability, statistical sampling and hypothesis testing. Includes probability distribution functions, random variables and processes response of linear systems to random processes, and optimum systems and filters.
Prerequisite: EECE 2223 .
Lecture, 3 hours.
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