May 13, 2024  
2022-2023 General Catalog 
    
2022-2023 General Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Computer Science

  
  • CS 495 - Independent Study in Computer Science


    Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 3
    The student studies an advanced topic in Computer Science under the direction of a faculty member. Written work is required. Regular classes delivered in independent study format are offered under their regular catalog class number. May be repeated for credit, provided that the topics are different.

    Prerequisite(s): consent of the chair of the department.
  
  • CS 496 - Research in Computer Science


    Credits: 0
    Maximum Credits: 3
    Students undertake a research problem in Computer Science under the direction of a faculty member. Written and oral reports are required. S/U grade.

    Prerequisite(s): consent of the Instructor or chair of the department.
  
  • CS 497 - Honors Work in Computer Science


    Credits: 3
    Supervised independent study leading to graduation honors in Computer Science if CS 498  is completed.

    Prerequisite(s): Chair and Dean’s approval required.
  
  • CS 498 - Honors Candidacy in Computer Science


    Credits: 3
    Continuation of CS 497 .

    Prerequisite(s): Chair and Dean’s approval required.

Communication and Visual Arts

  
  • CVA 100 - Introduction to Media & Visual Arts


    Credits: 3
    This course provides an overview of the operations, regulation, history and impact of mass media and visual arts. Students take a critical approach to understanding the role of media and visual arts in society.

  
  • CVA 101 - Ancient to Medieval Art History


    Credits: 3
    A survey of art history from prehistoric times through the Gothic period. Field trip.

    General Education: May be used to fulfill the Humanities: Fine and Performing Arts component of the General Education Requirements.
  
  • CVA 102 - Renaissance to Modern Art History


    Credits: 3
    A survey of art history from the Renaissance to the 19th century. Field trip.

    General Education: May be used to fulfill the Humanities: Fine and Performing Arts component of the General Education Requirements.
  
  • CVA 110 - History and Evolution of Internet Comm


    Credits: 3
    This course introduces the history and development of the Internet as a communication medium. Taught online, but some on-campus sessions may be required.

  
  • CVA 121 - Drawing


    Credits: 3
    Credit Configuration: 0+6, 3 Cr.

    A course in the fundamentals of drawing using various media and approaches. Field trip.

    General Education: May be used to fulfill the Humanities: Fine and Performing Arts component of the General Education Requirements.
  
  • CVA 122 - Painting


    Credits: 3
    Credit Configuration: 0+6, 3 Cr

    Problems in painting and other media. Emphasis on color theory and composition. Field trip.

    General Education: May be used to fulfill the Humanities: Fine and Performing Arts component of the General Education Requirements.
  
  • CVA 125 - Ideation


    Credits: 3
    Credit Configuration: 2+2, 3 Cr.

    Students will investigate and explore the creative process in order to generate ideas for art, design, media, and tech projects and more. Through hands-on practice, students will learn how ideation, research, prototyping, and evaluation can inspire and inform.

    General Education: May be used to fulfill the Humanities: Fine and Performing Arts component of the General Education requirements.
  
  • CVA 145 - Interpersonal and Small Group Comm


    Credits: 3
    This course provides a study of verbal and nonverbal communication at a variety of person-centered levels, including intrapersonal, dyadic, and small groups. Emphasis is on interactive skill development in both face-to-face and digital modalities, including strategies for self-presentation and relational development in personal and professional contexts.

  
  • CVA 160 - Media Storytelling


    Credits: 3
    Credit Configuration: 2+2, 3 Cr.

    Students will study traditional and innovative ways storytelling communicates local and global ideas and information to diverse audiences. Students will develop narrative storytelling capabilities using a variety of media. Students will hone skills relevant to communication and media arts professions by gathering, researching, curating, and editing stories for various audiences and platforms.

    General Education: May be used to fulfill the Humanities: Fine and Performing Arts component of the General Education requirements.
  
  • CVA 163 - Photography


    Credits: 3
    Credit Configuration: 1+4, 3 Cr

    This course provides a practical, hands-on overview of photography. Students are introduced to techniques, history, and aesthetics of photography, including how images are made, seen, and valued. Students must have a working digital camera.

    General Education: May be used to fulfill the Humanities: Fine and Performing Arts component of the General Education Requirements.
  
  • CVA 215 - Career & Professional Development


    Credits: 3
    This course will help students pursuing majors in the Communication and Visual Arts department review career options, discern their own path, prepare for job seeking, and articulate the value of their degree. Students explore career planning as a strategy and professionalism as a method in order to pursue employment interests and lifelong career goals. Concepts include various professional communication skills appropriate for the global workplace, professional behavior, marketability, and using proper technologies to manage professional identities.

    Prerequisite(s): Declared Art, Communication, or Digital Media Arts major and sophomore standing.
  
  • CVA 222 - Advanced Studio


    Credits: 3
    Continuation of Drawing and/or Painting problems and techniques with a focus on the process of developing informed and personal portfolios of studio artwork. May be repeated. Field trip.

    Prerequisite(s): CVA 121  or CVA 122  and Sophomore standing.
  
  • CVA 227 - Figure Drawing


    Credits: 3
    Credit Configuration: 0+6, 3 Cr

    A beginning course in drawing from the human figure. Emphasis is placed on the unique, formal, technical, and conceptual issues involved in the representation of the human form. Media used may include graphite, charcoal, conté crayon, or ink. Field trip.

    General Education: May be used to fulfill the Humanities: Fine and Performing Arts component of the General Education Requirements.
  
  • CVA 230 - Graphic Design


    Credits: 3
    Credit Configuration: 2+2, 3 Cr.

    Students learn the fundamentals of graphic design with a basis in typography and in context of graphic design history and current applications. In this class, students gain the knowledge and skills to use industry-standard tools and software needed to develop a brand and design marketing collateral.

    General Education: May be used to fulfill the Humanities: Fine and Performing Arts component of the General Education requirements.
  
  • CVA 243 - Public Speaking


    Credits: 3
    This course develops speaking and listening skills in the context of various speaking scenarios. Students are introduced to fundamental concepts of effective public speaking, including audience analysis, outlining, research, delivery, critical listening, evaluation, and use of appropriate aides and technology. Students work both individually and in collaboration with the instructor and other students.

  
  • CVA 244 - Persuasion and Advocacy


    Credits: 3
    Theory in argumentation, advocacy, and persuasion is applied in a variety of communication contexts, with an emphasis on written advocacy. Students prepare a comprehensive final project related to their field of study.

    General Education: A Writing in the Discipline course.
  
  • CVA 251 - Studio Television Production


    Credits: 3
    Students are introduced to the practice, techniques, and concepts related to television studio production and project management. The course covers planning and producing live, studio‐environment television programs, examines different roles and responsibilities of production personnel, and provides practice using terminologies associated with producing and directing studio television productions.

  
  • CVA 261 - Foundations of Journalism


    Credits: 3
    This course introduces students to basic concepts in journalism. Students learn and implement the inverted news pyramid while analyzing various writing styles. Emphasis is placed on copy editing and Associated Press style.

  
  • CVA 263 - Advanced Photography


    Credits: 3
    Credit Configuration: 2+2, 3 Cr.

    Advanced studies in techniques, history, and aesthetics of digital photography. Each student must have a working digital camera. Field trip.

    Prerequisite(s): CVA 163 .
  
  • CVA 265 - Public Relations Principles


    Credits: 3
    This course provides an overview of the key concepts in the field of public relations. The history, development, principles, and practices of Public Relations, including ethical considerations and societal impact, are examined.

  
  • CVA 270 - Introduction to Cinema Studies


    Credits: 3
    Also offered as: ENGL 270 .

    This course introduces students to basic concepts in film analysis. Students employ these concepts in analyzing and describing the varied styles, functions, and social contexts of classical Hollywood, documentary, avant garde, and world art cinema.

    General Education: May be used to fulfill the Humanities: Fine and Performing Arts component of the General Education Requirements.
  
  • CVA 271 - Cinema Production


    Credits: 3
    This course provides a practical, hands-on overview of single camera field production techniques, including preproduction, camera operation and aesthetics, lighting, sound recording, and non-linear editing. Emphasis is placed on the language of audio-visual storytelling through a series of individual projects.

    General Education: May be used to fulfill the Humanities: Fine and Performing Arts component of the General Education Requirements.
  
  • CVA 272 - Lighting the Story


    Credits: 3
    Designed to complement a variety of art, photography, and digital media classes, this course provides students with hands-on experience using the essential tools required to complete professional location lighting projects.

  
  • CVA 286 - Campus Media Practicum


    Credits: 1
    This practicum is designed to provide credit for substantive work in an approved position on the staff of the campus media outlets, including WVUR (the campus radio station), The Torch (the campus newspaper), VUTV (the campus cable channel), and the Beacon (the campus yearbook). Work may include news writing and editing, programming, traffic, production, promotion, design, and other approved assignments. May be repeated for a total of 3 credit hours. S/U grade. Offered every semester.

    Prerequisite(s): consent of practicum supervisor.
  
  • CVA 290 - Topics in Communication & Visual Arts


    Credits: 3
    The topics examined involve a particular subject in art, communication, or digital media arts and may change from semester to semester. May be repeated if topics are different.

    Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing.
  
  • CVA 291 - Topics in World Cinema


    Credits: 3
    Also offered as: CHIN 291 , FREN 291 , GER 291 , GKRO 291 , and SPAN 291 .

    Students examine and analyze the cinema of a particular country or region both in its cultural context and in its relation to global film production and exhibition. May be repeated for credit, provided that the topics are different.

    General Education: May be used to fulfill the Humanities: Fine and Performing Arts or Cultural Diversity component of the General Education requirements.
  
  • CVA 292 - Special Topics in Visual Arts


    Credits: 3
    Credit Configuration: 2+2, 3 Cr.

    This course combines theory and practice in one or more visual arts. May be repeated when topics vary.

  
  • CVA 300 - Podcasting


    Credits: 3
    Credit Configuration: 2+2, 3 Cr.

    Students will develop hands-on production skills while simultaneously listening, reading, and reflecting on the increasingly popular field of podcasting, including related fields of documentary, sound art, journalism, oral history, and pop culture. Students study oral history storytelling methods and processes related to podcasting production and distribution.

    Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing.
  
  • CVA 302 - Intellectual Property & Communication la


    Credits: 3
    This course explores legal issues related to communication and intellectual property, including rights arising from creative works. Emphasis is placed on copyright and trademark law, software and digital media protection, and rights to publicity.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing.
  
  • CVA 311 - Organizational Communication


    Credits: 3
    This course explores communication theory and practice in complex organizations, including how language and technology shape the contemporary experience of work. A critical cultural perspective on communication allows students to explore how strategic communication and advocacy affect broader discourses about career issues and their resolution in modern life.

  
  • CVA 315 - Intercultural Communication


    Credits: 3
    Students will explore the role of power, history, globalization, discourse, media, and language in intercultural communication, while critically investigating how cultural beliefs, values, and systems impact human interactions and identity development. Students will heighten cultural awareness and communication competence through discussions, presentations, and lectures.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing.
  
  • CVA 322 - Sports Media Formats


    Credits: 3
    This course serves as an introduction to the sports media industry and focuses on the reporting, producing, and planning that goes into all forms of media. In addition to the how and why of sports media, the ethics of sports journalism, and the role of sports in society also will be examined.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior standing or consent of instructor.
  
  • CVA 324 - Video Art


    Credits: 3
    Credit Configuration: 2+2, 3 Cr.

    Students create video and audio art with an emphasis on developing experimental and non-narrative techniques. Students observe a portion of the history and aesthetics of film, video, and audio art.

    Prerequisite(s): CVA 163  or CVA 271 .
  
  • CVA 327 - Advanced Figure Drawing


    Credits: 3
    Credit Configuration: 0+6, 3 Cr.

    Continuation of Figure Drawing problems with increased concentration on student’s individual goals and interests. Students may use drawing, painting or sculpting mediums. May be repeated. Field trip.

    Prerequisite(s): CVA 227 .
  
  • CVA 330 - Advanced Design


    Credits: 3
    Credit Configuration: 2+2, 3 Cr.

    Students explore advanced problems in visual communications and design while mastering traditional practices. Projects are focused on building community through design and can feature brand, package, publication, and web design and development. Field trip.

    Prerequisite(s): CVA 230 .
    General Education: May be used to fulfill the Humanities: Fine and Performing Arts component of the General Education Requirements.
  
  • CVA 331 - Web Design


    Credits: 3
    Credit Configuration: 2+2, 3 Cr.

    Students plan, design, and build a professional website with an emphasis on communicating a consistent brand, responsiveness across multiple platforms, user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design, search engine optimization (SEO), and analytics.

    Prerequisite(s): CVA 230 .
    General Education: May be used to fulfill the Humanities: Fine and Performing Arts component of the General Education Requirements.
  
  • CVA 345 - Leadership Communication


    Credits: 3
    This course examines the role of communication in leadership in a variety of global and multicultural contexts. Students study how leadership and followership influence an organization’s internal communication as well as its external image and reputation.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing.
  
  • CVA 350 - Audio Production


    Credits: 3
    This course provides students with hands‐on experience recording and producing a range of audio projects, both as stand‐alone creative works and as complements to visual imaging.

  
  • CVA 351 - Documentary Production


    Credits: 3
    Credit Configuration: 2+2, 3 Cr.

    This course introduces students to the process of documentary-style video production. Emphasis is placed on the production of video documentaries. Students practice preproduction, production, and postproduction.

    Prerequisite(s): CVA 271 .
  
  • CVA 361 - Advanced Journalism


    Credits: 3
    This course provides an in-depth look into reporting practices for various types of media. Research and interviewing styles are examined as well as the difference between hard and soft news.

    Prerequisite(s): CVA 261 , Junior standing.
    General Education: A Writing in the Discipline course.
  
  • CVA 362 - Communication Cases and Campaigns


    Credits: 3
    This course examines and evaluates real world examples of strategic communication and explores consequences for stakeholders in a variety of contexts, including public relations, corporate communication, organizational communication, and communication law. May involve researching and writing an original case study.

  
  • CVA 364 - Public Relations Writing


    Credits: 3
    Students will learn how to gather and critically analyze information, find the story angle and write about it clearly and concisely for a variety of audiences. Students will master the basics of public relations writing through regular exercises and test those skills by creating current stories while learning about the real issues facing communications in the context of public relations.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing.
  
  • CVA 365 - Corp. Advocacy & Activist Communication


    Credits: 3
    This course examines rhetorical and ethical implications of corporate image and issue management campaigns, including their influence on culture and governance. This course addresses both adversarial and collaborative approaches with activist groups, non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and other stakeholders.

  
  • CVA 366 - Negotiation & Conflict Resolution


    Credits: 3
    This course examines the theory and process required to achieve favorable negotiation outcomes and to resolve conflicts. Significant emphasis is placed on applied learning and skill building while completing negotiation simulations.

  
  • CVA 371 - Advanced Cinema Production


    Credits: 3
    This course focuses on single-camera field production and postproduction. Working in small crews, students will develop, produce, direct, shoot, and edit short movies in either the narrative or documentary style. May be repeated for credit, provided that the topics are different.

    Prerequisite(s): CVA 271  or permission of instructor.
  
  • CVA 373 - Legal Environment of Digital Media


    Credits: 3
    This course explores the legal decisions and government regulations which form the legal environment of digital media and communication. Topics include rights and restriction on the distribution of electronic media content, rights to privacy, copyright and trademark law, content licensing, and legal issues affecting designers and hosts of online digital media. Emerging topics in digital media creation and distribution also are discussed.

  
  • CVA 386 - Internship


    Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 3
    This course includes supervised work experience with an organization related to the student’s field of study. Students reflect on their experiences in an online collaborative environment and make a final oral presentation about the internship. Students must complete a minimum of 45 hours of work per credit hour. Students must adhere to internship requirements described on the department’s web site.

    Prerequisite(s): Open to declared departmental majors or minors only. Prerequisite: consent of the department internship coordinator.
    Corequisite(s): S/U grade.
  
  • CVA 390 - Topics in Comm & Visual Arts, Relations


    Credits: 3
    The topics examined involve a particular subject in art, communication, or visual arts and may change from semester to semester. May be repeated if topics are different.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing.
  
  • CVA 392 - Special Topics in Visual Arts


    Credits: 3
    Credit Configuration: 2+2, 3 Cr.

    This course combines theory and practice in one or more visual arts. May be repeated when topics vary.

    Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing.
  
  • CVA 401 - Social Media


    Credits: 3
    This course examines the history and development of social networking sites. Critiques of social networking objectives and ethical considerations form the core focus for this course.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior standing or consent of instructor.
  
  • CVA 465 - Race, Class, & Gender in Media


    Credits: 3
    This course is designed to give students a theoretical, as well as practical, experience with issues of gender, race, class, and sexuality as they manifest in mediated artifacts of popular culture. The course is taught from a cultural studies perspective where students will gain skills in critical analysis and media literacy.

    General Education: Prerequisite: Junior standing. May be used to fulfill the Cultural Diversity or the Social Sciences course component of the General Education Requirements.
  
  • CVA 472 - Screenwriting


    Credits: 3
    This course explores the relationship between the written script and the finished movie through creative work and critical analysis. With particular emphasis on creating entertainment for an audience, students concentrate on building fictional narratives through plot and character development.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing.
    General Education: A Writing in the Discipline course.
  
  • CVA 481 - Cooperative Education in Communication I


    Credits: 0.5
    Maximum Credits: 3
    This course provides professional work experience with a cooperating employer. Written report required.

    Prerequisite(s): approval of the chair of the department.
  
  • CVA 482 - Co-Op Education in Communication II


    Credits: 0.5
    Maximum Credits: 3
    Continuation of CVA 481 . May be repeated beyond CVA 483  for additional credit.

    Prerequisite(s): CVA 481  and approval of the chair of the department.
  
  • CVA 483 - Co-Op Education in Communication III


    Credits: 0.5
    Maximum Credits: 3
    Continuation of CVA 482 . May be repeated beyond 483 for additional credit.

    Prerequisite(s): CVA 482  and approval of the chair of the department.
  
  • CVA 490 - Topics in Communication & Visual Arts


    Credits: 3
    The topics examined in this course involve an in-depth study of a particular subject in a field of art, communication, or media arts. Topics may vary from semester to semester. May be repeated for credit, provided that the topics are different.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing.
  
  • CVA 491 - Applied Topics in Visual Arts


    Credits: 3
    Credit Configuration: 0+6, 3 Cr

    In this course students apply advanced concepts and techniques to the production of visual arts. May be repeated when topics vary.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing.
  
  • CVA 492 - Special Topics in Visual Arts


    Credits: 3
    Credit Configuration: 2+2, 3 Cr.

    This course combines theory and practice in one or more visual arts. May be repeated when topics vary.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing.
  
  • CVA 495 - Independent Study


    Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 3
    Specific topics based on interests of students and faculty. Students must submit a successful proposal to an appropriate faculty member prior to registering for this course. May be repeated if topics are different.

  
  • CVA 497 - Honors Work in Communicatn & Visual Arts


    Credits: 3
    Supervised independent study leading to graduation honors in Communication if CVA 498  is completed.

    Prerequisite(s): Chair and Dean’s approval required.
  
  • CVA 498 - Honors Candidacy in Comm & Visual Arts


    Credits: 3
    Continuation of CVA 497 .

    Prerequisite(s): Chair and Dean’s approval required.
  
  • CVA 499 - Capstone Senior Project


    Credits: 3
    This course provides students with either a team project that integrates communication and media arts or, with instructor approval, an individual in-depth project. It will incorporate theory and original research from the proposal stage through its execution and evaluation.

    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing.

Data Science

  
  • DATA 151 - Introduction to Data Science


    Credits: 3
    Credit Configuration: 2+3, 3 Cr.

    Introduction to the use of computer-based tools for the analysis of large data sets for the purpose of knowledge discovery. Students will learn to understand the Data Science process and the difference between deductive hypothesis‐driven and inductive data‐driven modelling. Students will have hands‐on experience with appropriate on‐line analytical processing and data mining software platforms, and will complete a project using real data.

    Prerequisite(s): one of STAT 140 , STAT 240 , BUS 205 , or PSY 201 .
  
  • DATA 299 - Data Science Colloquium I


    Credits: 1
    Students read current media or journal articles involving data science, and present written and/or oral analyses. Students evaluate senior presentations given by students in DATA 499 , and provide written feedback on project proposals from DATA 399 . Guest speakers may be arranged to present on a variety of topics. Meets jointly with DATA 399  and DATA 499 .

    Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): DATA 151 .
    General Education: A Writing in the Discipline course.
  
  • DATA 374 - Computational Linear Algebra


    Credits: 3
    Credit Configuration: 2+2, 3 Cr.

    A survey of computational applications of linear algebra for solving science and engineering problems. Topics include linear systems in both equation and matrix form, row operations, inverses and determinants, eigenvalues, Gaussian elimination, matrix decomposition (including singular value and QR decompositions), sparse vs. dense matrices, and approximation. Topics are explored through applications to large data sets, with programming in both Python and MATLAB environments. Other advanced topics related to data mining may be covered.

    Prerequisite(s): one of CS 157  or DATA 151 , and one of MATH 260  or MATH 264 .
  
  • DATA 375 - Scientific Visualization


    Credits: 3
    Students are introduced to a variety of techniques for visualizing scientific data, with an emphasis on representing large datasets in informative ways. Data from a variety of disciplines is studied and taxonomies for viewing this data are developed. The interfaces used to manipulate views of such datasets in a virtual environment are also studied.

    Prerequisite(s): DATA 151  and CS 158 .
  
  • DATA 381 - Cooperative Education in Data Science


    Credits: 0.5
    Maximum Credits: 3
    The application of data science concepts in a professional setting. Grade based on employer’s evaluation and student’s written and oral reports. May be repeated for additional credit. S/U grade.

    Prerequisite(s): Data Science major and approval of the director of the Data Science program.
  
  • DATA 386 - Internship in Data Science


    Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 3
    Opportunities for students to have direct, supervised experience in public agencies or private industry, such as scientific, technical, or financial firms. S/U grade.

    Prerequisite(s): Data Science major and approval of the director of the Data Science program.
  
  • DATA 399 - Data Science Colloquium II


    Credits: 1
    Students will present an ethical case study on an analytical or statistical data topic. Students will propose and design a capstone project integrating their mathematical, statistical, computational and applied knowledge. Guest speakers may be arranged to present on a variety of topics. Meets jointly with DATA 299  and DATA 499 .

    Prerequisite(s): DATA 299  and a WIC course.
    General Education: A Writing in the Discipline course.
  
  • DATA 433 - Data Mining and Applications


    Credits: 3
    Credit Configuration: 2+2, 3 Cr.

    Data mining is a broad area that integrates techniques from several fields, including machine learning, statistics, pattern recognition, artificial intelligence, and database systems, for the analysis of large volumes of data. This course gives a wide exposition of these techniques and their software tools. Students may not receive credit for both DATA 433 and BAN 440 .

    Prerequisite(s): DATA 151  or CS 157  and one of STAT 140 , STAT 240 , BUS 205 , PSY 201 , or CE 202 .
  
  • DATA 490 - Advanced Topics in Data Science


    Credits: 3
    An intensive study of selected topics, methods, techniques, and problems in Data Science. Only offered when there is sufficient demand. May be repeated for credit, provided that the topics are different.

    Prerequisite(s): Prerequisites will depend on the content.
  
  • DATA 495 - Independent Study in Data Science


    Credits: 1
    Maximum Credits: 3
    Students study advanced topics in data science under the supervision of a faculty member. Written work is required. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisite(s): consent of the chair of the department.
  
  • DATA 496 - Research in Data Science


    Credits: 0
    Maximum Credits: 3
    Students undertake a research problem in data science under the direction of a faculty member. Written and oral reports are required. S/U grade. May be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor or chair of the department.
  
  • DATA 497 - Honors Work in Data Science


    Credits: 3
    Supervised independent study leading to graduation honors in Data Science if DATA 498  is completed.

    Prerequisite(s): Chair and Dean’s approval required.
  
  • DATA 498 - Honors Candidacy in Data Science


    Credits: 3
    Continuation of DATA 497 .

    Prerequisite(s): Chair and Dean’s approval required.
  
  • DATA 499 - Data Science Capstone


    Credits: 1
    Students will undertake a capstone project integrating their applied domain knowledge and general data‐science coursework. The project will culminate in a final paper and presentation. Guest speakers may be arranged to present on a variety of topics. Meets jointly with DATA 299  and DATA 399 .

    Prerequisite(s): DATA 399 .

Electrical & Computer Engineering

  
  • ECE 100 - Fund. Elec & Comp Eng, Engineering


    Credits: 3
    Credit Configuration: 2.5+1.5, 3 Cr.

    An introduction to the principles of Electrical and Computer Engineering. Topics include computer tools, DC circuit analysis, and digital circuit analysis and design. Students may not take this course if they have previously completed ECE 221 , ECE 251 , ECE 263 , or ECE 281 .

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 126  or MATH 131 .
  
  • ECE 203 - Simulation and Modeling Tools


    Credits: 0.5
    Credit Configuration: 0+1.5, 0.5 Cr.

    A study of the software tools that are used by electrical and computer engineers to simulate circuits and to study electrical signals and systems. Students cannot receive credit for both ECE 203 and ECE 263 .

    Prerequisite(s): ECE 281 .
  
  • ECE 211 - Technical Writing for ECE


    Credits: 1
    An introduction to technical writing in electrical and computer engineering. Topics include writing impactful sentences and paragraphs, designing figures, charts, graphs, and tables to effectively convey technical information, and writing for a particular audience.

    Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): ECE 263 .
    General Education: This course fulfills the Writing Intensive Course General Education requirement.
  
  • ECE 212 - The Design Process for ECE


    Credits: 1
    A study of the design process as it relates to electrical and computer engineering. All steps of the design process will be considered in depth, and students will complete both incremental projects and a comprehensive design project that integrates their knowledge of the course material with technical design constraints.

    Prerequisite(s): ECE 221 , ECE 251 , and ECE 263 .
  
  • ECE 221 - Digital Logic Design


    Credits: 3
    Credit Configuration: 2.5+1.5, 3 Cr.

    An introduction to digital logic concepts, including the analysis and design of combinational and sequential digital circuits.

  
  • ECE 221L - Digital Logic Design Lab


    Credits: 0
    The 1.5-hour laboratory component for ECE 221 .

  
  • ECE 222 - Advanced Logic Design


    Credits: 3
    Credit Configuration: 2.5+1.5, 3 Cr.

    A continuation of ECE 221  that includes the design of MSI and LSI digital circuits using a hardware description language (VHDL). Designs are also implemented in programmable logic devices (PALs, CPLDs).

    Prerequisite(s): ECE 221  with a minimum grade of C.
  
  • ECE 222L - Advanced Logic Design Lab


    Credits: 0
    The 1.5-hour laboratory component for ECE 222 .

  
  • ECE 251 - Engineering Programming I


    Credits: 3
    A study of the fundamental programming constructs, algorithms, and data structures using industry-standard software. An emphasis is placed on programming strategies and the application of computer algorithms to solve problems in engineering and mathematics. Students cannot receive credit for both ECE 251 and CS 157 .

  
  • ECE 252 - Engineering Programming II


    Credits: 3
    Credit Configuration: 2.5+1.5, 3 Cr.

    A continuation of ECE 251  with emphasis on implementing abstract data types and standard algorithms using industry-standard programming languages, with applications to contemporary engineering problems. Topics include the implementation of linked lists, queues, trees, stacks, sets, and sorting algorithms, such as quick sort, merge sort, and bucket sort. Students are also introduced to object orientation. Students cannot receive credit for both ECE-252 and CS 158 .

    Prerequisite(s): ECE 251  or instructor’s approval.
  
  • ECE 252L - Engineering Programming II Lab


    Credits: 0
    The 2-hour laboratory component for ECE 252 .

  
  • ECE 263 - Linear Circuit Theory I


    Credits: 4
    Credit Configuration: 3+3, 4 Cr.

    A study of the fundamental methods and theorems of electric circuit analysis. Topics include steady state and transient analysis of DC and transient circuits containing resistors, capacitors, inductors, and operational amplifiers.

    Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): MATH 132 .
  
  • ECE 263L - Linear Circuit Theory I Lab


    Credits: 0
    The laboratory component for ECE 263 .

  
  • ECE 264 - Linear Circuit Theory II


    Credits: 4
    Credit Configuration: 3+3, 4 Cr.

    A continuation of ECE 263 . Topics include AC circuits, power computations, transformers, frequency response, filters, Laplace transforms, and Fourier series.

    Prerequisite(s): ECE 263  with a minimum grade of C
    Prerequisite(s) or Corequisite(s): MATH 270 .
  
  • ECE 264L - Linear Circuit Theory II Lab


    Credits: 0
    A continuation of ECE 263 . Topics include AC, circuits, power computations, transformers, frequency response, filters, Laplace transforms, and Fourier series.

  
  • ECE 281 - Fundamentals of Electrical Engineering


    Credits: 2.5
    Also offered as: PHYS 281 .

    A study of the fundamental methods and theorems of electrical circuit analysis. Topics include steady-state and transient analysis of DC and AC circuits containing resistors, capacitors, inductors, and operational amplifiers. Students cannot receive credit for both ECE 263  and ECE-281.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 126  or MATH 131 .
  
  • ECE 281L - Fundamentals of Electrcl Engineering Lab


    Credits: 0
    The 1.3-hour laboratory component for ECE 281 .

  
  • ECE 290 - Sophomore Project


    Credits: 0
    Maximum Credits: 3
    An independent research, development, or design project done under the supervision of a faculty member. S/U grade optional.

    Prerequisite(s): sophomore standing.
  
  • ECE 299 - Sophomore Honor Studies in Electrical, And Computer Engineering


    Credits: 0
    Maximum Credits: 3
    Independent study of an advanced topic in electrical engineering. Available by invitation only. S/U grade optional.

    Prerequisite(s): approval by the Electrical and Computer Engineering Department.
  
  • ECE 322 - Embedded Microcontrollers


    Credits: 3
    Credit Configuration: 2.5+1.5, 3 Cr.

    Also offered as: PHYS 322 .

    The application of microcontrollers in embedded system design, emphasizing the interaction of hardware and software design. Topics include integrated development environments, CPUs, program and data memories, interrupts, digital inputs and outputs, timer peripherals, serial communication interfaces, and analog-to-digital converter peripherals.

    Prerequisite(s): ECE 221  with a minimum grade of C and ECE 251  with a minimum grade of C.
 

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