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  • 1.00 - 3.00 Credits

    Includes original investigations in analytical, organic, physical, biochemistry, or inorganic chemistry. A formal, comprehensive research report and a seminar presentation are required upon completion of these experimental studies. A combined total of a minimum of 2 credits in research courses are required for all chemistry majors expecting American Chemical Society accreditation. Course credit is a variable 1-3 credits per semester. To enroll in research students must have a cumulative GPA of 2.8 and maintain a minimum grade of C in all courses during the research semesters. All seniors applying to do research must have completed the Junior Competency Examination. These courses are restricted to undergraduate students. This class is not available for graduate credit.
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course is designed for students who have little or no previous exposure to Mandarin Chinese and no experience in learning Mandarin Chinese. It aims at developing listening comprehension and basic language skills in speaking and writing using basic structures in contextual settings such as self, school, family, and hobbies. Students will also learn and master the Pinyin pronunciation system and write Chinese characters. The course will be taught in Mandarin Chinese. English will be used when necessary to provide direction and clarify instructional needs. The course is designed following the *ACTFL National Standards. *American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages
  • 3.00 Credits

    Chinese102 is a continuation of Chinese 101. It aims to expand existing skills in Mandarin Chinese - speaking, listening, reading, and writing. The course assumes that students have successfully completed Chinese 101 or its high school equivalent, or have other previous exposure to Mandarin Chinese at the Novice level. The course adopts the 5 C's of American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL)* as a framework focusing on Communication, Cultures, Connections, Comparisons, and Communities. Specifically, the course concentrates on interactive communication, essential basic grammatical structures, and basic vocabulary and usages. Students learn communicative skills regarding college life, scheduling, making appointments, shopping and travel. *American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages Prerequisite:    CHIN 101
  • 3.00 Credits

    Chinese 103 is a continuation of Chinese 102. It aims to expand existing skills in Mandarin Chinese ? speaking, listening, reading, and writing. The course assumes that students have successfully completed Chinese 102 or its high school equivalent, or have other previous exposure to Mandarin Chinese at the Novice High level. The course adopts the 5 C?s of American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL)* as a framework focusing on Communication, Cultures, Connections, Comparisons, and Communities. Specifically, the course concentrates on interactive communication, essential grammatical structures, vocabulary and usages. Students learn communicative skills regarding such topics as asking directions, hosting parties, seeing a doctor, renting an apartment, sports and travel. *American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages Prerequisite:    CHIN 102
  • 3.00 Credits

    The course introduces the principles and methods for measuring different quantities in the lab and in the field. Students will collect data and then using a CAD tool, such as AutoCAD Civil, create a site plan and then make a presentation of the prepared plan. Students will work in small teams to complete these tasks. Prerequisite:    Math Placement Test Score of 6 or Higher
  • 4.00 Credits

    The course provides an introduction to the strength of different materials. Students will learn about different types of stresses, how to analyze and measure those stresses and find the limits of the materials. Students will design and build models to test how well their designs can meet project requirements. Prerequisite:    MCAE 200 (Grade of C or Higher)
  • 3.00 Credits

    Methods for analyzing statically determinate and indeterminate structures and loads. Course presents methods for analyzing statically determinate loads, including equations of equilibrium, shear-moment diagrams, and influence lines. Course also presents methods of statically indeterminate loads, including approximations, moment-area theorems, conjugate-beam method, Castigliano's theorem, the force method, and slope-deflection methods. Prerequisite:    CIVE 200 (Grade of C or Higher)
  • 3.00 Credits

    The design and behavior of steel structures. Course analyzes the strength and limits of steel members including girders, beams, and columns. The course will also study the behavior and design of different joining techniques, including welding, bolting, and gusset plates. Mixed concrete and steel structures will also be introduced. Students will also learn about relevant safety considerations and code requirements for building steel structures. Prerequisite:    CIVE 300 (Grade of C or Higher)
  • 3.00 Credits

    This course provides an introduction to a variety of construction methods and the materials used in them. Students learn about the material properties, such as hardness, torsional strength, and tensile strength. Students will also study the long-term mechanical and non-mechanical properties of various building materials and the physical properties that act on them, such as corrosion, cold and work hardening, and fatigue. Students will also study different construction methods and the applicability of materials to those techniques. Students will carry out lab experiments on materials and will work to design and test scale models. Prerequisite:    CIVE 200 (Grade of C or Higher)
  • 3.00 Credits

    An introduction to topics in environmental engineering. The course provides an introduction to environmental chemistry, air and water pollution, environmental mass and energy balances, and interactions between the air-water interface. The course also studies topics in sustainability, including waste management, risk assessment, and impact human activity has on the environment. Prerequisite:    MCAE 220 (Grade of C or Higher)