May 12, 2024

OHIO University Graduate Catalog 2021-22

OHIO University Graduate Catalog 2021-22 [Archived Catalog]

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	CE 6700 - Computational Methods in Geomechanics Application of numerical techniques such as finite difference, finite element, and discrete element methods in solving geotechnical engineering problems related to seepage, diffusion, consolidation theory, slope stability, retaining wall, fracture, and dynamic motion. Requisites: CE 5200 Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to apply numerical techniques to solve contaminant transport problems. Students will be able to apply numerical techniques to solve retaning wall and other substructure problems. Students will be able to solve problems related to fracture and soil dynamics, using numerical schemes. Students will be able to solve consolidation problems using numerical solution techniques. Students will be able to use numerical methods to solve slope stability problems. Students will be able to utilize numerical techniques to solve seepage flow problems. Students will be able to explain the fundamental techniques of discrete element approximation method. Students will be able to explain the fundamental techniques of finite difference approximation method. Students will be able to explain the fundamental techniques of finite element approximation method.
	CE 6840 - Constitutive Equations Stress, strain, linear and nonlinear theories of elastic media, stress path, and introduction to plasticity. Requisites: Permission required Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to use the stress and strain tensor notations. Students will be able to use the first-order and second-order elasticity models. Students will be able to explain the plastic model theories. Students will be able to explain some experimental techniques in engineering mechanics. Students will be able to explain about hypoelasticity. Students will be able to write equations using the tensor notation. Students will be able to discuss the difference between linear and nonlinear material behaviors.
	CE 6900 - Special Topics in Civil Engineering Specific course content will vary with offering. Requisites: Credit Hours: 1 - 15 Repeat/Retake Information: May be repeated. Lecture/Lab Hours: 1.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,CR,PR,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will increase their knowledge in Civil Engineering.
	CE 6915 - Civil Engineering Seminar Presentation on research topics by students. Typically take in final year of graduate study. Requisites: Permission required Credit Hours: 1 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 1.0 seminar Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to explain important issues related to academic research work. Students will be able to effectively present their research projects in front of the class.
	CE 6940 - Research Master’s level research. Requisites: Permission required Credit Hours: 1 - 18 Repeat/Retake Information: May be repeated. Lecture/Lab Hours: 4.0 research Grades: Eligible Grades: F,CR,PR,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to conduct high quality research work at master’s level.
	CE 6950 - Master’s Thesis Writing and defending a thesis. Requisites: Credit Hours: 1 - 18 Repeat/Retake Information: May be repeated. Lecture/Lab Hours: 1.0 thesis/dissertation Grades: Eligible Grades: F,CR,PR,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Student will be able to develop a quality thesis. Students will be able to effectively defend a thesis in front of a committee.
	CE 7100 - Energy and Variational Principles Provides a solid foundation in variational calculus and energy methods as applied to solid mechanics. Approximate techniques are formulated for geotechnical problems. Requisites: Permission required Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to apply numerical techniques to obtain approximate solutions for problems in engineering mechanics. Students will be able to explain the energy method and discuss how it can be applied to solve engineering mechanics problems. Students will be able to explain the principles of variational calculus principles.
	CE 7230 - Continuum Mechanics II Tensor notation and application. Global behavior of solids, liquids, or gases under the influence of external disturbances. Basic laws of physical phenomena. Requisites: CE 6230 Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to explain the fundamental laws of physical phenomena. Students will be able to examine theoretically how a volume of gas behaves under external inputs. Students will be able to examine theoretically how liquid volume responds globally to external inputs. Students will be able to examine theoretically how solid body reacts globally in response to externally applied inputs. Students will be able to use tensor notation.
	CE 7290 - Mathematical Theory of Elasticity Foundations of solid mechanics, compatibility equations, stress function, displacement potentials, finite element applications, and propagation of waves in elastic solid media. Requisites: CE 5280 Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to apply the finite element method to solve elastic solid problems. Students will be able to apply stress functions and solve elastic solid problems. Students will be able to set up equilibrium and compatibility equations in various coordinate systems. Students will be able to explain fundamentals of solid mechanics. Students will be able to solve wave propagation problems in elastic solid. Students will be able to utilize displacement potentials to solve mechanics problems.
	CE 7300 - Finite Element Methods II Formulation and application to two- and three-dimensional problems and techniques for analysis in fluid mechanics, elastostatics, elastodynamics, and heat conduction. Requisites: CE 5200 Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to formulate and solve three-dimensional elastodynamic problems. Students will be able to formulate and solve three-dimensional elastostatic problems. Students will be able to formulate and solve three-dimensional fluid mechanics and heat flow problems. Students will be able to formulate and solve two-dimensional elastodynamic problems. Students will be able to formulate and solve two-dimensional elastostatic problems. Students will be able to formulate and solve two-dimensional fluid mechanics and heat flow problems. Students will be able to explain the fundamentals of the finite element method.
	CE 7320 - Plastic Design of Structures This course covers the theory of plastic design as applied to rigid-jointed frames, continuous or restrained beams, girders, and statically indeterminate structures that are stressed primarily in bending. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to explain the theory of plastic design as it relates to steel structures. Students will be able to design steel structures by applying the theory of plastic design. Students will be able to analyze steel structures by applying the theory of plastic design.
	CE 7360 - Advanced Concrete Design Design of connections and composite sections. Truss analogy, yield line theory and high performance concrete. Requisites: CE 5360 Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to explain advanced design methods related to reinforced concrete. Students will be able to apply the advanced methods to design concrete structures.
	CE 7430 - Stochastic Modeling Stochastic theories and applications of geostatics. Requisites: MATH 5510 or ISE 5000 or 504 or 505 or 506 Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to perform the analysis of random processes. Students will be able to explain the theory of stochastic process. Students will be able to review the fundamentals of probability theories. Students will be able to explain how stochastic processes can be applied in engineering. Students will be able to explain the theory of geostatistics and how to apply it in engineering.
	CE 7510 - Sludge Treatment Processes Characterization of waste sludge from primary, chemical, and biological treatment; and design of sludge treatment processes. Requisites: CE 6550 and 6560 Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to select appropriate unit operations/processes for processing and disposing sludge. Students will be able to explain how sludge is generated, treated, and disposed.
	CE 7520 - Industrial Waste Treatment This comprehensive course addresses all of the important aspects of industrial waste treatment, including – 1) environmental regulations; 2) classification, characterization, and study of industrial wastes by industrial category; 3) selection and combination of unit processes/operations for treatment; and 4) case studies. Requisites: CE 6550 and 6560 Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to select and design appropriate unit operations/processes for treating industrial wastes. Students will be able to explain environmental regulations governing pollutant emissions. Students will be able to describe each specific industry processing method, pollution produced, and air/water/solid waste control methods.
	CE 7530 - Biodegration and Bioremediation The major biochemical pathways that are significant in the microbial conversion of xenobiotic compounds to common metabolic intermediates. Interpretation of quantification of biodegration reactions and investigation of various physiochemical and environmental factors that impact biodegradation reactions. Requisites: CE 6500 Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to explain the experimental aspects of bioremediation. Students will be able to discuss the topic of microorganisms (growth, nutrition, redox). Students will be able to explain transcription, regulation, and enzymes. Students will be able to explain biostimulation and phytoremediation. Students will be able to explain the natural attenuation and bioaugmentation. Students will be able to explain how BTEX, PAHs, chlorinated hydrocarbons, explosives, heavy metals, and pesticides transform.
	CE 7570 - Subsurface Remediation Engineering design of systems to clean up contaminated soil and water above and below the water table. Physical, biological, and chemical methods. Emphasis on state-of-the-art technologies and most appropriate technology for a given site. Requisites: Permission required Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students wil be able to explain how reactive walls can be used to remediate sites. Students will be able to explain modern site characterization techniques. Students will be able to explain how contaminated sites can be remediated by the air sparging (AS) method. Students will be able to explain how contaminated sites can be treated by the soil vapor extraction (SVE) method. Students will be able to explain how the conventional pump and treat method can be effective in treating contaminated groundwater. Students will be able to explain how iron nanoparticles can be used in site remediation projects. Students will be able to identify various sources of contaminants.
	CE 7630 - Advanced Highway Safety Studies and Evaluation Introduction to advanced highway safety studies. Specific topics include human factor relationships to safety, road safety management systems, safety data, statistical procedures, intersection studies, freeway studies, safety audit, and crash data. Requisites: CE 6630 Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to analyze and interpret crash data. Students will be able to explain the relationships between human factor and highway safety. Students will be able to discuss the needs for and limitations of highway safety data. Students will be able to describe the AASHTO (American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials) strategic highway safety plan. Students will be able to describe some studies done on intersection safety and freeway justification. Students will be able to apply statistical procedures for performing countermeasure data analyses. Students will be able to explain various road safety management systems. Students will be able to explain a road safety audit and how it is conducted.
	CE 7640 - Mass Transportation Systems Introduction to mass transportation systems. Specific topics include transit modes, mode selection, passenger classification, urban rail transit, highway transit, intelligent system, and transit cost models. Requisites: CE 6640 Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be be able to describe the intelligent transportation systems. Students will be able to describe the advanced urban transit modes. Students will be able to explain the characteristics of highway transit mode. Students will be able to explain the characteristics of urban rail transit mode. Students will be able to explain how to classify passengers and the mode selection process. Students will be able to discuss cost models for various urban transit modes. Students will be able to explain the interactions beween transit and land use.
	CE 7650 - Airport Planning and Design Introduction to all essential issues related to airport planning and design. Specific topics include design issues confronting airports, runway configurations, wind analysis, obstruction analysis, runway pavement, and master planning. Requisites: CE 6640 Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to discuss design issues confronting airports. Students will be able to classify airports by the classification numbering system. Students will be able to describe the signing and lighting systems required by airports. Students will be able to explain how master plans are developed for airport facilities. Students will be able to describe how obstruction and wind analyses are performed for airport facilities. Students will be able to explain how runway geometry is configured and how runway pavement is designed.
	CE 7680 - Advanced Traffic Signal Operations Design Introduction to advanced traffic signal operations design. Specific topics include analytical aspects of traffic signal systems, isolated signal timing design, phasing design, time space diagrams, capacity software, clearance interval design, and network optimization. Requisites: CE 4670 or 4680 or 5670 Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to develop time space diagrams for traffic signal systems. Students will be able to explain various analytical aspects of traffic signal systems. Students will be able to discuss the latest innovations in traffic signal systems. Students will be able to describe hardware requirements for traffic signal systems. Students will be able to apply the vehicle clearance interval design to optimize traffic signal systems. Students will be able to use highway capacity software to optimize traffic signal systems. Students will be able to explain the isolated signal timing design. Students will be able to discuss phasing design options.
	CE 7710 - Engineering Behavior of Soils Micro-structure aspects of soil behavior including clays and sands; clay-water electrolyte systems; soil fabric and its measurements; soil composition; influence of structure, fabric, and compositional variables on soil properties; inter-granular stresses; conduction phenomena; volume change behavior; drained and undrained strength, and deformation behavior. Requisites: Permission required Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to describe the difference between drained and undrained strengths of soils. Students will be able to explain the fundamental forces that exist between soil particles. Students will be able to describe a few different micro-structure types found in soils. Students will be able to address volume change behaviors of soils. Students will be able to explain how clay minerals interact with water. Students will be able to explain how micro-structure characteristics can influence soil’s engineering properties. Students will be able to explain why and how soils are compacted.
	CE 7740 - Experimental Soil Mechanics Experimental studies of advanced aspects of soil property measurements to evaluate the engineering behavior of soil for applications to geotechnical analysis and design. Requisites: CE 5720 Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 2.0 lecture, 2.0 laboratory Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to model soil behaviors using computer software tools. Students will be able to explain how centrifuge modeling can be useful in experimental soil mechanics. Students will be able to describe the consolidation theory and how consolidation experiments can be performed in the laboratory. Students will be able to explain the theories on the fate of contaminants and how relevant experiments can be conducted in the laboratory. Students will be able to describe the seepage flow theories and how seepage flow experiments can be conducted in the laboratory. Students will be able to discuss soil composition, structure, and index properties. Students will be able to describe the theories of soil dynamics and how dynamic loading experiments can be performed in the laboratory. Students will be able to describe the soil shear strength theories and how soil’s shear strength can be measured in the laboratory. Students will be able to describe soil’s electrical properties and how they can be measured in the laboratory.
	CE 7900 - Special Topics in Civil Engineering Special topics or problems not covered by formal courses. Requisites: Permission required Credit Hours: 1 - 4 Repeat/Retake Information: May be repeated for a maximum of 4.0 hours. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to plan and execute a special investigation under the direction of a faculty member. Students will be able to report on the results of a special investigation professionally.
	CE 8530 - Environmental Geotechnology II Addresses the technical and practical engineering issues of containment of wastes and restoration of contaminated and/or disturbed portions of the geoenvironment. Requisites: CE 6530 Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to design active contaminant control/containment systems. Students will be able to design passive contaminant control/containment systems. Students will be able to apply the theories to predict the amount of soil erosion that can take place on an upland soil slope. Students will be able to describe advanced concepts related to site investigation techniques. Students will be able to discuss types, properties, and applications of geosynthetic products. Students will be able to solve fundamental environmental geotechnology problems. Students will be able to discuss measures that can be applied in the field to minimize soil erosion.
	CE 8620 - Transportation Design II The results of current geometric design research are reviewed. The challenges to the design of roadside features, drainage systems, and horizontal/vertical alignment of roadways are investigated for computer integrated surveying, design, and construction applications. Requisites: CE 6620 Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to apply the Context Sensitive Solutions to roadway geometry design. Students will be able to apply the Context Sensitive Solutions (CSS) to design of roadway features .
	CE 8630 - Statistical and Econometric Methods for Transportation Safety Analysis Introduction to various statistical methods for analyzing the effectiveness of traffic crash countermeasures. Requisites: CE 7630 Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to perform multiple regression analysis on traffic safety data. Students will be able to use SPSS for analyzing traffic safety data. Students will be able to conduct an analysis of means, hypothesis testing, and ANA analysis of variance, on traffic safety data. Students will be able to interpret correlations existing among different parameters involved in traffic safety. Students will be able to perform a factor analysis and a discriminant analysis on traffic safety data.
	CE 8640 - Transit Planning Several essential topics related to public transit systems and management/safety/regulatory issues related to them. Requisites: CE 7640 Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to explain travel demand forecasting, elasticity coefficients, and congestion pricing. Students will be able to discuss asset management and design issues. Students will be able to discuss bus stop and station/terminal design, vehicle capacity and fleet design. Students will be able to discuss about human service agency coordination practices. Students will be able to describe the history of public transit and federal/state legislation. Students will be able to explain transit board relations. Students will be able to discuss safety and security issues concerning public transit systems. Students will be able to discuss busses, trolleybusses, and streetcars as rapid transit modes. Students will be able to describe the characteristics, differences, and planning issues of heavy rail, commuter rail, and subways. Students will be able to describe light rail systems such as monorails, and other guided automated systems. Students will be able to discuss paratransit, ridersharing, carpooling, and taxis.
	CE 8670 - Traffic Flow Theory Fundamentals of traffic flow, definitions, concepts, and calibrating relationships. Consideration is given to the applicability of the Greenshields, Underwood, and Edie models. The development of flow-speed and flow-density relationships for existing highways is examined. Requisites: CE 6670 Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to discuss the advanced traffic flow models. Students will be able to apply the advanced traffic flow theories.
	CE 8680 - Progressed Systems, Detection, and Control The underlying principles for traffic detection strategies are considered. The characteristics, suitability, accuracy, and current vehicle detection strategies are considered for rural application. Requirements for system integration of traffic detection and traffic control are identified. Requisites: CE 7680 Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to apply concepts of intelligent transportation system. Students will be able to develop an intelligent transportation system.
	CE 8850 - Soil-Structure Interaction Beams and plates on elastic foundation, axially and laterally loaded piles, retaining walls, interface elements, and construction sequences. Requisites: CE 5200 and 5720 Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to analyze axially or laterally loaded piles. Students will be able to analyze beams on elastic foundation. Students will be able to analyze plates on elastic foundation. Students will be able to analyze retaining walls. Students will be able to investigate soil-structure interaction problems using finite element method.
	CE 8900 - Special Topics in Civil Engineering Specific course content will vary with offering. Requisites: Credit Hours: 1 - 15 Repeat/Retake Information: May be repeated. Lecture/Lab Hours: 1.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,CR,PR,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will increase their knowledge in Civil Engineering.
	CE 8915 - Seminar on Teaching in Civil Engineering Introduction to several issues related to teaching ranging from syllabus preparation to lecturing to academic dishonesty; and actual teaching assignments in classroom to assist faculty conducting undergraduate level courses. Requisites: Permission required Credit Hours: 1 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 1.0 seminar Grades: Eligible Grades: F,CR,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: PhD candicates will acquire necessary knowledge related to teaching. PhD candidates will obtain hands-on teaching experience in the classroom.
	CE 8940 - Doctoral Research Doctoral Research Requisites: Permission required Credit Hours: 1 - 18 Repeat/Retake Information: May be repeated. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 research Grades: Eligible Grades: F,CR,PR,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to conduct doctoral level research work.
	CE 8950 - Doctoral Dissertation Doctoral dissertation. Requisites: Permission required Credit Hours: 1 - 18 Repeat/Retake Information: May be repeated. Lecture/Lab Hours: 33.0 thesis/dissertation Grades: Eligible Grades: F,CR,PR,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Student will conduct doctoral dissertation work.
	CFS 5590 - Child and Family Studies Course in International Service For child and family studies majors who are completing international service. Requisites: Permission required Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 tutorial Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will complete assignments as desginated by sponsoring faculty and dependent on specific international service experience. Students will experience international service in their area of concentration. Students will work directly with a CFS sponsoring faculty member for international service.
	CFS 5600 - Children, Families, and Diversity Explores diversity among children, adults, families, and society. Students will explore the role of gender, race/ethnicity, and social class in influencing individual life as well as family structures and processes. Both similarity and diversity among families will be emphasized as the foundation for research, practice, and social policy. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will apply the interaction of gender, race/ethnicity, class, sexual orientation, and disability in shaping family life experience. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the interaction of gender, race/ethnicity, class, sexual orientation, and disability in individual development. Students will demonstrate theoretical and empirical knowledge about individuals and families with diverse backgrounds and experiences. Students will describe the different types of diversity present in our society and understand the implications of managing individual, familial, and societal challenges within this context. Students will develop an understanding and appreciation for life experiences that are different from their own.
	CFS 5601 - Human Sexualities An introduction that explores human sexualities with a focus on the ability to form relationships that are integrative, creative, and recreative. There is also an emphasis on realizing personal potential within the context of life patterns, based on scientific research. Approaches human sexualities from a developmental perspective and considers historical, biological, physiological, social, cultural, and familial factors that impact human sexual development, values, beliefs, and behaviors. There is a strong emphasis on the socio-cultural construction of sexualities and the ways in which gender scripts, sexism, and heterosexism impact individual development and functioning. Relationship, sexuality, and spirituality are deeply intertwined, which is why the course considers these elements in addition to the biological and physiological aspects of sexualities. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Clarify standards which govern personal sexual behavior, both your own and that of others, and examine your feelings, thoughts, beliefs, and values about sexualities. Confront any personal biases you may have regarding sexual minorities and develop a greater understanding, appreciation, awareness, and strong professional affirmation for sexual diversity. Demonstrate your grasp of theoretical and empirical knowledge about the development of human sexualities over the lifespan, and the biophysiological bases of sexualities. Develop a greater degree of personal comfort with your own sexuality, sexual behaviors, the topic of human sexualities, and the discussion of human sexualities with other people. Identify key historical, biological, psychological, socio-cultural issues in human sexualities, and how they interact, including the impact of sexisms, gender scripts, and gender issues on individuals and institutions in our culture. Identify the role of human sexualities in personal self-concept, social relations, and interpersonal behavior. Integrate the material you are learning with your personal understanding of and beliefs about human intimacy, sexualities, and social relationships: please note that this clearly includes a spiritual dimension. Participate in the experiential learning activities inside and outside of the class in appropriate ways that challenge your comfort zone regarding issues of sexuality¿both your own and the sexualities of others.
	CFS 5602 - Professional Assessment and Helping Skills This is the child and family studies capstone course in the assessment of children, individuals, couples and families, and the acquisition of helping skills needed to facilitate these processes; all necessary in preparing students for their final internship experience. It is designed to help students acquire practical helping skills, techniques, and theoretical foundations that define and support assessment and effective helping relationships for human services professionals working in a wide range of settings. Highly experiential in nature and includes multiple opportunities for practice, demonstration, and discussion of methods and techniques drawn from the text, lectures, and supplemental materials. It also includes an introduction to group process. Specific emphasis is placed on integrating previous and concurrent course content and experiences, and bringing an enhanced level of skill to the helping relationship. Additional considerations include an emphasis on a student’s personal beliefs, values, and spirituality and their impact on the helping process and developing an awareness of multicultural issues and other significant topics that impact the helping relationship, such as ethics, gender, race, religion, disability, ageism, and sexual orientation. Requisites: CFS major Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Acquire a greater self-understanding of yourself as a helping professional through self-exploration and self-appraisal, and develop an awareness of the ways in which you impact others, particularly those whose life experiences, values, and beliefs. Acquire an advanced level of methods and techniques necessary to define client problems, select goals, facilitate change in attitudes and/or behaviors, and evaluate the effectiveness of the helping process. Define, describe, and demonstrate your understanding, knowledge, and skills relating to the critical elements of assessment and the helping relationship in human services settings. Demonstrate your understanding of the multicultural aspects of helping and its impact on the helping relationship, and identify, examine, and strengthen your abilities to work effectively with clients who may be disabled, severely traumatized, addict. Enhance and develop your interpersonal relationship and communication skills and experiment with different approaches to helping. Integrating previous and concurrent course content and experiences into a personal philosophy of helping. Participate in group processes and acquire the skill set needed to work effectively in groups, including giving and receiving productive feedback.
	CFS 5610 - Dynamics in Parent-Child Relations Explores the nature of parenting and parent/child relations over the lifespan from a historical, theoretical, and developmental perspective. It examines attachment, practical parenting strategies, the unique challenges faced by families in today’s complex society, and the behavioral, emotional, social, spiritual, and relationship factors that help parents to create positive, nurturing family environments. The dynamics of parent/child interactions are analyzed from a systemic perspective that considers the reciprocal impact of children on parents as well as the impact of parents on their children. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Acquire a deeper understanding of attachment issues, the systemic nature of families and the reciprocal influences that parents and children have on each other. Demonstrate behavioral skills and strategies to help promote understanding of the complexity of parenting; enable individuals to make informed decisions about personal involvement in parenting. Demonstrate an appreciation for the rules of family systems, individual family cultures, and the impact of trauma, substance abuse, domestic violence, addictions, co-dependence, and shame on parenting and the growth and development of children. Demonstrate an understanding of how the socio-historical context of a given culture, including economic factors, influences parenting resources, styles, and expectations. Demonstrate their theoretical and empirical knowledge about the development of parent/child relations across the lifespan, based on the research literature. Develop an informed, research-based opinion regarding discipline and corporal punishment. Explain different family types and develop an appreciation for diversity that reaches beyond tolerance to affirmation.
	CFS 5630 - Transitions in Development: Middle Childhood Explores the developmental tasks of middle childhood years (ages 6-12) as they reflect and influence family guidance and transmission of values. It includes an examination of children’s physical, cognitive, emotional, social, and spiritual growth from a biopsychosocial perspective. Developmental theories are studied within the greater context of family, environment, school, culture, ethnicity, and gender role development. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Demonstrate an understanding of childhood disorders and emotional and social development during middle childhood, including: gender role development; the development of moral understanding, self-concept, self-esteem, and self-conscious emotions. Demonstrate theoretical and empirical knowledge about the developmental period of middle childhood based on the research literature and set within the broader context of familial, environmental, cultural, and economic systems. Describe the physical changes and challenges that occur during middle childhood, including changes in body size and proportion, common health problems, and major milestones of gross and fine motor development. Develop and conduct research interviews; observe and report on the behavior of children; and apply content knowledge and critical thinking skills to a variety of investigative assignments. Discuss the major approaches to defining and measuring intelligence, the impact of heredity and environment on IQ, and the influences of culture on the intelligence test scores of ethnic minority children.
	CFS 5640 - Children, Families, and Poverty Examines children, adults, and families in poverty with attention focused on the causes and consequences of poverty. Included will be an investigation of policies and programs for children, adults and families in poverty. Additionally, students are required to complete a 10- hour community service requirement at an agency/organization that primarily serves low income children, adults, and/or families. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will apply the influence of context (e.g., income, wealth, communities, policies, programs, paid and unpaid work) to their understanding of family poverty. Students will demonstrate an understanding of U.S. policies and programs designed for families with limited economic resources. Students will demonstrate an understanding of historical and current attitudes about individuals and families who struggle economically. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the barriers faced by families in poverty. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the consequences of poverty for women, men, and children. Students will demonstrate an understanding the causes of poverty. Students will demonstrate how characteristics of individuals and families (structure, race/ethnicity, SES background), sociohistorical time, and place interact to increase or decrease the likelihood of poverty. Students will experience working with low income children, adults and/or families through service-learning in a community service organization or educational program.
	CFS 5650 - Transitions in Development: Adolescence Explores the developmental tasks and life experiences of children ages 10 through 21 and the contexts in which this development occurs, including families, peer groups, schools, neighborhoods, and work and leisure settings. Theories and research relevant to adolescence will be reviewed; the implications of these theories and research for working with adolescents will be considered. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will apply an understanding of adolescent development to identify strategies for working with adolescents. Students will describe the development of children ages 10 through 21, based on scholarly theory and research. Students will discuss the contexts of families, peer groups, schools, neighborhoods, and work and leisure settings that influence adolescent development. Students will interpret the meaning of adolescent behavior based on an understanding of adolescent development. Students will recognize the diverse cultural contexts such as ethnic and economic background influence adolescent development.
	CFS 5660 - Transitions in Development: Middle and Later Life Focuses on older persons in the context of family life. Students will examine the following topics as they relate to aging and families: historical perspectives, demographic trends, theoretical frameworks, research methods, intimate relationships, intergenerational relationships, and life course transitions. Particular attention will be given to the multiple contexts affecting and being affected by families in middle to later life. Students also will have the opportunity to participate in a service-learning project that complements the course content and allows for reflection on personal development as it relates to the concepts learned in class. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will apply concepts and methods learned in class to the life experience of individuals in families at middle and later life. Students will demonstrate an ability to recognize diversity in families as shaped by gender, race or ethnicity, social class, and sexual orientation. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the characteristics and processes of families in middle and later life. Students will explain family changes that occur with development in middle and later life. Students will participate in a service-learning project working with older adults in the community.
	CFS 5670 - Children, Families, Stress and Trauma The purpose is to help students understand the nature and impact of traumatic experiences on children, adolescents, adults, and families. Examines the history, scope, and impact of human trauma, resiliency, and adaptation. It explores traumatic stress syndromes, vicarious trauma, and universal traumatic response patterns. Considers the impact of these experiences from a biopsychosocial and developmental perspective: psychological trauma has somatic consequences. Treatment, intervention, adaptation, resiliency, recovery, attachment, personal meaning, and the spiritual aspects of trauma are explored. Intended to provide students with a clear understanding of the physical and psychological processes involved in adaptation and integration and how untreated trauma can lead to lifelong pathology and dysfunction. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Demonstrate a strong level of knowledge and understanding regarding trauma, post-traumatic illnesses, treatment, and adaptation. Demonstrate your understanding of how culture and diversity impacts the traumatic processes, strengthening your abilities to work affirmatively and effectively with diverse populations of people where issues of family structure, race, age, gender. Describe different types of loss and traumatic experiences in the light of your own experiences. Examine the historical aspects of beliefs about the nature and scope of human traumatic exposure. Identify the biophysical aspects of traumatic experience and how they are interconnected with psychological aspects.
	CFS 5710 - Family Life Education An introduction in the content and methodology of family life education. It explores the historical roots, philosophy, and objectives of family life education and examines current trends and challenges that face professional family life educators. Intended to help you develop the knowledge and practical skills that are required to identify needs, design programs, teach family life education, effectively facilitate groups, and evaluate participants and programs in a wide variety of settings with a broad range of populations. Emphasizes each of the ten content areas of family life education. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Acquire group facilitation skills and learn how to structure effective groups, including how to give and receive productive feedback in a constructive and professional manner. Define, describe, and demonstrate your understanding, knowledge, and skills relating to the critical content and pedagogical methods that are requisite to effective family life education. Demonstrate your knowledge of the requisite content areas and experiences required to become a Certified Family Life Educator, as designated by the National Council on Family Relations. Enhance your ability to lecture creatively, structure effective learning environments, use simulations and role plays, and overcome resistance to learning. Plan and present (in close co-operation with others) a professional family life education program for a specific population.
	CFS 5760 - Children and Families in Health Care Settings Students will acquire skills in helping children and families cope with the stress of a health care experience, in hospitals and other medical settings. In addition, analysis of stress, coping theorie,s and reactions will be examined, as well as exploration of developmental and psychosocial care of hospitalized children and their families. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May be repeated for a maximum of 6.0 hours. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will analyze the stress and coping reactions of hospitalized children in the context of coping and stress theory. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the unique issues and experiences hospitalized children face. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the unique issues and experiences parents and siblings deal with who have a child/sibling with medical needs. Students will examine issues and influences specific to families and children’s needs across a health-care continuum, including ethical, legal, spiritual, and cultural. Students will use a psychosocial approach in understanding how to meet children’s needs across a health-care continuum.
	CFS 5770 - Professional Practices in Child Life Students will learn clinical and professional practices required to work in the field of Child Life including, but not limited to: assessment, coping techniques, distraction, education/teaching tools, developmental play, medical play, documentation, therapeutic activities, and assessment tools utilized within the scope of child life. Requisites: C or Better CFS 6280 Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May be repeated for a maximum of 6.0 hours. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will demonstrate an understanding of the elements of therapeutic relationships with children and families in health care clinical settings. Students will develop an understanding of the appropriate clinical assessment skills necessary in child life work. Students will examine communication in health care child life practice, including methods of medical charting and child life documentation. Students will explore elements of therapeutic medical play. Students will learn and practice medical procedural preparations common in child life work. Students will learn how to deliver coping and distraction methods necessary in working with hospitalized children.
	CFS 5780 - Advanced Child Life Advanced course in child life studies designed to critically analyze and integrate child life and psychosocial theory, professional competencies of the child life profession, and working on multidisciplinary psychosocial and medical teams in pediatric health care settings. Includes preparation for the upcoming final 600 hour clinical internship necessary for national certification. Requisites: C or better in (CFS 5760 & 5770) Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to examine unique issues specific to the child life profession. Students will be able to integrate knowledge of developmental hospital stressors into real life case studies of hospitalized children and their families. itten assignments. Students will be able to integrate psychosocial, child life, and family theories into real life case studies of hospitalized children and their families. Students will be able to integrate the professional competencies of the Child Life Council into real life case studies of hospitalized children and their families. Students will be able to integrate the ethical principles of the Child Life Council into real life case studies of hospitalized children and their families. Students will be able to critically evaluate real life case studies of hospitalized children and their families, by facilitating an all class discussion of 3 case studies. Students will be able to demonstrate grant writing skills by completing a child life related grant proposal.
	CFS 5800 - Death, Dying and Bereavement Students will explore the meaning of death, dying, and bereavement from a variety of contemporary perspectives. Class members will have the opportunity to examine both societal and professional issues relating to death, dying, and bereavement, as well as their own personal attitudes about death. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will demonstrate theoretical and empirical knowledge about death, dying, and bereavement for adults, children, and families. Students will integrate class material with personal understandings and beliefs about death and dying. Students will promote respect of other people’s beliefs about the process of death and be better prepared to cope with a personal stressful situation involving deep loss, grieving, the dying process, and death. Students will recognize the impact of death as a significant factor in social relations and interpersonal behavior. Students will understand how the experiences of death, dying, and bereavement are shaped by race, class, and gender.
	CFS 5810 - Research Design and Program Evaluation Introduction to applied research methods as used in community programs for children and families including review and application of existing research literature, conducting program needs assessments, and evaluating processes and outcomes of existing programs. Designed to provide the skills necessary to use existing research and generate new data to benefit programs. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will demonstrate knowledge and skills needed to become critical consumers of research for use in programs. Students will demonstrate knowledge and skills needed to conduct high-quality, useful needs assessments and program evaluations. Students will demonstrate knowledge and skills needed to meaningfully analyze program evaluation data. Students will demonstrate knowledge and skills needed to write a program evaluation report.
	CFS 5900 - Special Topics in Child and Family Studies Special workshops in topics related to child and family studies. These workshops will be based on current topics in child and family studies and related to the faculty research interests. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will participate in special topics offered by child and family studies faculty.
	CFS 5910 - Child and Family Studies Internship Provides an opportunity for students to be involved in actual work experience by completing 600 hours at a field placement site that is appropriate to the CFS concentration they are completing. Requisites: Permission required Credit Hours: 15 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 40.0 field experience/internship Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be evaluated by a supervising professional two times during the internship experience. Students will be involved with the regular routines and responsibilities of the professional staff at their field placement. Students will observe and document how theoretical information is applied in an actual situation. Students will observe professionals in a field placement setting. Students will prepare and submit 10 written reports about the field experience.
	CFS 5920 - Child Life Practicum Provides practical field experience in a children’s hospital setting and allows for the development of professional skills necessary to secure competitive child life internships. Students will work under the direct supervision of a certified child life specialist (CCLS) and carry out assigned tasks, including observation and implementation of medical and therapeutic play, medical charting, procedural preparation, and sibling support. Requisites: Permission required and CFS 5770 Credit Hours: 5 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 15.0 practicum Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will analyze and present on assigned case studies of hospitalized children and their families. Students will complete 100 to 125 hours of practicum hours in a children’s hospital setting, in accordance with the practium hour requirements set by the Child Life Council. Students will demonstrate knowledge of professional practices in child life. Students will develop and implement projects as assigned by CCLS Preceptor. Students will integrate information learned in the classroom and put it into practice in a children’s hospital setting. Students will integrate psychosocial theory for hospitalized children into daily journal writings and reports.
	CFS 5930 - Independent Study in Child and Family Studies Independent study, advanced level, under direction of faculty member in area of specialization. Requisites: Permission required Credit Hours: 2 - 5 Repeat/Retake Information: May be repeated for a maximum of 10.0 hours. Lecture/Lab Hours: 5.0 independent study Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,CR,PR,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Graduate student will complete an independent study as determined by a sponsoring CFS faculty member and student.
	CFS 6260 - Graduate Seminar in Child and Family Studies Designed to prepare graduate students for their research topics and proposals. Students will give a presentation related to their graduate thesis or project. Topics, abstracts, and paper presentations will be completed under the guidance of the instructor or another faculty mentor in Child and Family Studies. Requisites: Permission required Credit Hours: 2 Repeat/Retake Information: May be repeated for a maximum of 6.0 hours. Lecture/Lab Hours: 2.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,CR,PR,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Student will explore potential topics for his or her graduate thesis/project. Student will present his or her research/thesis topic to the class and faculty. Student will submit a research paper based on his or her proposed thesis/project. Student will submit an abstract of his or her proposed thesis/project. Student will submit an annotated bibliography of his or her proposed thesis/project.
	CFS 6280 - Foundations and Theory in Child Life Provides an overview of the child life specialist profession and its mission and principles. Each of the core competencies established by the child life council will be covered, and the foundations of administering a child life program in a health care setting will be examined. Students will analyze and understand theory in relation to family structure, family systems, life course theory, psychosocial theory, and other theories relevant in the profession of child life. Requisites: CFS major Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will examine budget and child life program administration. Students will examine the role of child life specialists in practice and programming of service. Students will gain an understanding of the history of the child life profession and the Child Life Council. Students will learn the expectations of the graduate child life specialist internship. Students will learn theory essential in child life practice, including theories of play, psychosocial theory, stress point theory, coping theory, and family systems theory. Students will understand how a child life program is integrated within a health care setting. Students will understand the mission, core principles, core competencies, and ethical practices of the child life profession. Students will understand the roles and responsibilities child life specialists have in both inpatient and outpatient health care settings.
	CFS 6400 - Supervision in Child and Family Studies The purpose is to explore the basic process of supervision. General areas to be explored include relationships, power and authority, trust, and motivation. Students are encouraged to evaluate their own supervisory style and develop a personal philosophy of supervision. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,PR,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will evaluate one’s own supervisory style and develop a personal philosophy of supervision. Students will identify characteristics of effective leaders/supervisors. Students will identify techniques used to manage difficult employees. Students will review organizational and management techniques.
	CFS 6700 - Qualitative Methods for Children, Adults, and Families Introduces graduate students to qualitative methods in Child and Family Studies and related disciplines. Students will examine historical roots, epistemological perspectives, and ethical issues in qualitative research. Additionally, students will focus on the set of methodological techniques that are needed when researchers create and conduct qualitative research studies, especially those typically used for conducting research in child and family studies. We will explore participant observation, interviewing, and focus group strategies with specific content focused on children, adults, and families. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,PR,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will code and analyze qualitative data, using qualitative software if desired. Students will collect qualitative data using one or more of the following techniques: ethnographic and observational methods, interviews, focus groups, or participatory approaches. Students will demonstrate an understanding of theoretical, epistemological, and ethical issues relevant to qualitative research children, adults, and families. Students will investigate qualitative data analyses strategies. Students will learn fieldwork techniques through reading about strategies and practical application related to their disciplines. Students will produce a research report that incorporates all elements of a publishable article and that enhances their graduate theses in their disciplines.
	CFS 6740 - Advanced Family Development Focuses on families; illuminating structure, function, issues and concerns, and will utilize current and pertinent research in the family studies discipline. Additionally, will provide a broad and systematic understanding of the theoretical foundations of understanding family experiences. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,PR,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will analyze different theories that apply to family development and understand how families are investigated. Students will analyze the psychological, biological, and social aspects of family development. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the forces that influence families over time. Students will identify and demonstrate an understanding of the scholarship focusing on families.
	CFS 6750 - Introduction to Principles of Family Consulting The purpose is to prepare students for advanced consultation with families in a broad range of human services settings. Theoretical approaches to assessment and intervention are considered as is the acquisition of advanced skill sets in working with families. Special emphasis is placed on the complex challenges of working with diverse populations from a strengths-based perspective. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,PR,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Demonstrate a firm grasp of how a family consultant helps to connect families in distress with appropriate resources. Demonstrate knowledge of major family systems theorists in context of consultation with families and individuals within family systems. Demonstrate knowledge of the ethical issues involved with family consulting. Demonstrate the ability to help families identify reasonable goals needed to create stability. Develop specific skill sets necessary for effective consulting with families in terms of problem identification and solution.
	CFS 6890 - Self, Aging, and Society Synthesis of issues inherent in biological theories, psychological aspects, sociological perspectives, health care aspects, and public policy issues in aging within the context of self and society. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Graduate students will demonstrate an understanding of the theoretical frameworks for understanding aging in the context of families, communities and societies. Graduate students will explore and apply health care family policies as it relates to aging adults and their families. Graduate students will integrate empirical understanding of aging in the context of families with graduate projects and theses through assignments. Graduate students will understand the physical, psychological, and spiritual aspects for development in middle to later ages. Graduate students will work with local human service agencies in conducting needs assessments and evaluations of services rendered.
	CFS 6900 - Special Topics in Child and Family Studies Specific course content will vary with offering. Requisites: Credit Hours: 1 - 15 Repeat/Retake Information: May be repeated. Lecture/Lab Hours: 1.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,CR,PR,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will increase their knowledge in Child and Family Studies.
	CFS 6901 - Thanatology Synthesizes the components inherent in the current philosophical and religious views and beliefs, the psychological and clinical dimensions, the sociological factors, and the ethical and moral issues of death in the context of defining and coping with death. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Graduate students will access diverse religious and philosophical perspectives on meanings related to death, loss, and bereavement and their implications for working with diverse individuals and families. Graduate students will demonstrate an understanding of the theoretical frameworks for understanding death, dying and bereavement. Graduate students will gain experience with agencies to understand the clinical dimensions of working with clients at the end of life. Graduate students will identify and integrate empirical scholarship on topics related to death, dying, and bereavement and their fields of study.
	CFS 6940 - Research Independent investigation in one area of child and family studies. Requisites: Permission required Credit Hours: 1 - 5 Repeat/Retake Information: May be repeated for a maximum of 10.0 hours. Lecture/Lab Hours: research Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,PR,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Student will successfully complete research project. Student will successfully make progress towards a research project.
	CFS 6950 - Thesis Independent research in one area of child and family studies. Requisites: Permission required Credit Hours: 1 - 5 Repeat/Retake Information: May be repeated for a maximum of 5.0 hours. Lecture/Lab Hours: thesis/dissertation Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,CR,PR,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Student will successfully complete thesis. Student will successfully make progress towards a thesis.
	CH 6010 - Introduction to Contemporary History Investigates the nature of contemporary history, major philosophical and conceptual approaches, interpretive trends, and methodologies. Requisites: Admission to CH institute or PERM Credit Hours: 4 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 4.0 seminar Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,PR,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Oral presentations are clear and comprehensive. Student’s work demonstrates a basic mastery of research techniques that historians use. Student’s work reflects an understanding of historiographic traditions. Students will improve their ability to make historical observations and arguments in written work.
	CH 6020 - Issues in Contemporary History Focuses on contemporary issues with policy implications. Students apply the conceptual and methodological approaches encountered in CH 6010 to selected problems facing current decision-makers. Requisites: CH 6010 Credit Hours: 4 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 4.0 seminar Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,PR,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Oral presentations are clear and comprehensive. Student’s work demonstrates a basic mastery of research techniques that historians use. Student’s work reflects an understanding of historiographic traditions. Students’ work will reflect an understanding of the events and culture of the historical topics examined in class.
	CH 6900 - Special Topics in Contemporary History Institute Specific course content will vary with offering. Requisites: Credit Hours: 1 - 15 Repeat/Retake Information: May be repeated. Lecture/Lab Hours: 1.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,CR,PR,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will increase their knowledge in Contemporary History Institute.
	CH 6930 - Special Project in Contemporary History Individualized study, usually in the form of a one-on-one tutorial with an outside expert, although internships or enrollment in courses at other universities can be used to fulfill this requirement. Requisites: CH 6020 Credit Hours: 1 - 6 Repeat/Retake Information: May be repeated for a maximum of 8.0 hours. Lecture/Lab Hours: 4.0 independent study Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,CR,PR,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Student’s work demonstrates a basic mastery of research techniques that historians use. Students will acquire necessary skills for work on their thesis or dissertation.
	CHE 5000 - Engineering Research Fundamentals Responsible conduct of graduate-level engineering research. Identification of research objectives. Critical review and proper citation of engineering literature. Statistics-based planning of experiments and interpretation of data. Safe laboratory practice. Documentation and communication of methods, data, and results. Development of a research proposal. Requisites: Graduate status in engineering Credit Hours: 2 Repeat/Retake Information: May be repeated for a maximum of 4.0 hours. Lecture/Lab Hours: 2.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,CR,PR,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to discuss ethical practices for authorship, peer review, and data management in engineering research. Students will be able to identify a testable engineering research objective or hypothesis. Students will be able to identify potential safety and environmental risks in a research plan. Students will be able to design a set of experiments and perform data analysis to achieve an engineering research objective. Students will be able to apply basic principles of uncertainty and statistical analysis to experimental design and data analysis. Students will be able to search peer-reviewed technical literature and compose a critical review of the literature on a specified engineering topic.
	CHE 5010D - Chemical Engineering Phase Equilibria Application of thermodynamics to chemical engineering problems, including problems in chemical equilibrium in homogeneous and heterogeneous systems, mixtures, and pure materials. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 2.0 lecture, 2.0 recitation Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to utilize a cubic equation of state to calculate pressure-volume-temperature behavior. Students will be able to determine thermodynamic properties and phase composition from thermodynamic diagrams. Students will be able to apply the phase rule and explain the principles behind its derivation. Students will be able to determine phase compositions, temperature and pressure at vapor-liquid and vapor-liquid-liquid equilibrium. Students will be able to determine if a system exhibits an azeotrope, and if so determine the temperature, pressure and composition of the azeotrope. Students will be able to utilize partial molar properties to calculate solution properties. Students will be able to calculate the heat of mixing.
	CHE 5011D - Chemical Reaction Engineering Application of chemical kinetics and material and energy balances to the design of chemical reaction systems. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 2.0 lecture, 2.0 recitation Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to apply material and energy balances to the design and evaluation of ideal chemical reactors. Students will be able to identify factors that influence chemical reactor design and performance. Students will be able to write elementary rate laws for irreversible and reversible reactions, to be used in the design and evaluation of chemical reactors. Students will be able to solve problems with single and multiple reactions occurring in ideal chemical reactors. Students will be able to quantitatively analyze experimental reaction kinetics data to develop a reaction rate expression.
	CHE 5012D - Chemical Engineering Fluid Mechanics Fundamental principles of fluid flow. Transportation and metering of fluids. Navier-Stokes equations and equation of continuity. Laminar and turbulent flow and fluids in conduits and past immersed bodies. One lab project is included. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 2.0 lecture, 2.0 recitation Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to calculate static pressure for common engineering situations. Students will be able to find drag coefficients for flow-over-immersed body problems. Students will be able to complete pipe-flow calculations that require use of the friction factor. Students will be able to derive the stream function and potential function for a given velocity vector. Students will be able to simplify the Navier-Stokes equations and calculate the velocity and flow rate for laminar flow problems. Students will be able to use Newton’s law of viscosity to calculate shear stress and relate shear stress with momentum flux. Students will be able to apply the Bernoulli equation to solve various flow problems without friction loss. Students will be able to apply the Pi Theorem to reduce the number of parameters in a problem. Students will be able to apply the extended Bernoulli equation to solve various flow problems with friction loss. Students will be able to use pump charts and to identify a suitable pump for a pumping operation.
	CHE 5013D - Chemical Engineering Heat Transfer A study of the fundamental principles of heat transfer with applications. Conduction, convection and radiation heat transfer and heat exchanger design will be covered. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 2.0 lecture, 2.0 recitation Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to identify and apply the equations for conduction heat transfer, both steady-state and unsteady-state. Students will be able to identify and apply the equations for forced- and free-convection heat transfer in a variety of geometries. Students will be able to identify and apply the equations for radiation heat transfer. Students will be able to calculate the appropriate temperature driving force for a given heat transfer problem. Students will be able to apply the heat exchanger design equations to calculate the size or performance of common heat exchanger types.
	CHE 5014D - Chemical Engineering Mass Transfer and Separations Fundamental principles of mass transfer. Diffusivities, mass transfer coefficients, stage-wise and continuous-contact unit operations. Specifically absorption, distillation, and extraction will be covered. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 2.0 lecture, 2.0 recitation Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to apply mass and energy balances to common separation operations. Students will be able to apply the equations for diffusion mass transfer to situations with diffusion through a stagnant gas or equimolar counterdiffusion. Students will be able to calculate mass transfer coefficients appropriate for a given situation. Students will be able to calculate the appropriate mass transfer driving force for a given situation. Students will be able to complete calculations and graphical analysis for common equilibrium staged processes such as distillation, absorption, desorption, and extraction.
	CHE 5015D - Chemical Engineering Modeling and Applied Calculations Modeling of typical chemical engineering problems and application of analytical and numerical methods to their solution. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 2.0 lecture, 2.0 recitation Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to write the appropriate steady- or unsteady-state mass and energy balances for a given system. Students will be able to identify and apply the appropriate solution method from linear and non-linear algebraic techniques. Students will be able to identify an optimization problem, applicable constraints and develop an appropriate objective function. Students will be able to identify and solve problems requiring numerical integration. Students will be able to linearize a non-linear equation then apply linear regression to determine equation parameters. Students will be able to identify and solve ordinary differential equations, for both initial-value and boundary-value problems.
	CHE 5016D - Unit Operations Lab I Application of engineering analysis and statistics to the design of experiments with particular emphasis on continuous processes as typically encountered in the chemical engineering field . Lab practice to illustrate principles of selected unit operations, thermodynamics, and applied kinetics; and to aid student in gaining confidence in handling of chemical engineering equipment. Development of ability to devise and conduct chemical engineering experiments with minimum supervision and to report results satisfactorily will be stressed. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 2.0 lecture, 4.0 laboratory Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to apply appropriate hypothesis tests to data to compare expected results to accepted values or theoretical models. Students will be able to fit linear and nonlinear model equations to appropriate data by least-squares regression and evaluate model validity. Students will be able to produce reports that state the objective of the work, document the procedures, safety requirements, methods and resources used, and provide statistics-based analysis and interpretation of results. Students will be able to use information from multiple sources and courses to solve engineering problems. Students will be able to define basic terminology in experimental design and plan and complete experimental measurements and calculations required to achieve engineering objectives.
	CHE 5017D - Unit Operations Lab II Continuation of ChE 4110. Lab practice to illustrate principles of selected unit operations, thermodynamics, and applied kinetics; and to aid student in gaining confidence in handling of chemical engineering equipment. Development of ability to devise and conduct chemical engineering experiments with minimum supervision and to report results satisfactorily will be stressed. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 6.0 laboratory Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to design, and execute experiments to meet a stated objective. Students will be able to apply concepts from core chemical engineering courses where appropriate. Students will be able to identify key safety issues in an experimental procedure. Students will be able to identify the appropriate statistical analysis for an experiment and apply them to experimental results. Students will be able to produce reports that state the objective of the work, experimental procedures, safety requirements, and statistics-based analysis and interpretation of results. Students will be able to locate and apply information from multiple sources as appropriate. Students will be able to complete an engineering design based on experimental results. Students will be able to make an oral presentation of an engineering design.
	CHE 5018D - Process Control and Simulation Simulation and control of chemical processes. Feedback control using root loci and Bode diagrams covered. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 2.0 lecture, 2.0 recitation Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to define fundamental process control terms. Students will be able to explain the operation of a regulatory control system in feedback, feed forward, cascade, or ratio control configuration using both block diagrams and general process and instrumentation diagrams. Students will be able to identify and describe measurement devices and final control elements commonly used the chemical process industries and some of their advantages and drawbacks in use. Students will be able to interpret detailed piping and instrumentation diagrams. Students will be able to design and optimize a control system for common chemical process units, including identifying and evaluating candidate controlled and manipulated variables, instrumentation, and strategies. Students will be able to describe steady state and dynamic characteristics of typical chemical processes and controllers, and how they influence control system design and tuning. Students will be able to use dynamic process measurements to justify choices of process control mode and decisions in controller tuning. Students will be able to justify choices in process control system design based on considerations of controllability, safety, or environmental protection.
	CHE 5019D - Chemical Engineering Process Design I Study and practice of the steps required for preliminary design of chemical processes. Process synthesis, computer flowsheeting, layout, economics and process safety are presented. Application of skills from previous required courses is utilized. Particular emphasis on Hazard and operability analysis of chemical processes and the subsequent safe operation criteria. The year-long senior design project is started. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 2.0 lecture, 2.0 recitation Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to analyze and produce the various flow diagrams used to describe chemical engineering processes. Students will be able to apply material and energy balances to describing current or designing proposed chemical processes. Students will be able to utilize a chemical process simulator to design a process, including selecting the appropriate thermodynamic model. Students will be able to apply transport and unit operation principles to the selection of appropriate equipment for a chemical process. Students will be able to sequence a separation train based on standard heuristics and process principles. Students will be able to apply the concepts of Inherently Safer Design to a chemical process. Students will be able to identify the safety hazards in a chemical process in the areas of flammability, reactivity, and toxicity. Students will be able to identify the ethical and professional responsibilities associated with chemical engineering design. Students will be able to research (independently and as a team) candidate technologies, unfamiliar unit operations and reaction schemes, and other information necessary to the synthesis and design of a process to produce a chemical product. Students will be able to produce a professional memo in appropriate format and style. Students will be able to make a professional presentation in appropriate format and style. Students will be able to participate effectively in a team completing a chemical process design through leadership and individual contributions.
	CHE 5020D - Chemical Engineering Process Design II Continuation of 4300. Preliminary design of a chemical process. Process synthesis, computer flowsheeting, layout, safety, and economics. Design of a full-scale chemical process is completed, encompassing technical feasibility, economics, safety and community impact. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 2.0 lecture, 2.0 recitation Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to analyze and produce the various flow diagrams used to describe chemical engineering processes. Students will be able to apply material and energy balances to current or proposed chemical processes. Students will be able to utilize a chemical process simulator to design a process, including selecting the appropriate thermodynamic model. Students will be able to apply transport and unit operation principles to the selection of appropriate equipment for a chemical process. Students will be able to sequence, size, and cost a separation train based on standard heuristics and process principles. Students will be able to apply the concepts of Inherently Safer Design to a chemical process. Students will be able to identify the safety hazards in a chemical process in the areas of flammability, reactivity, and toxicity. Students will be able to determine profitability using the techniques of return on investment, payback period, net return, net present worth, and discounted cash flow rate of return to project a selling price for a specific product. Students will be able to identify the ethical and professional responsibilities associated with chemical engineering design. Students will be able to produce a professional memo in appropriate format and style. Students will be able to make a professional presentation in appropriate format and style. Students will be able to participate effectively in a team completing a chemical process design through leadership and individual contributions.
	CHE 5400 - Advanced Topics in Materials Science and Engineering Structure, processing, and applications of ceramics, polymers, and composites. Corrosion and degradation of materials. Electrical, thermal, optical, and magnetic properties of materials. Materials selection and design. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to identify the major classes of materials, their particular properties and their main industrial applications. Students will be able identify basic synthesis/fabrication methods of metals, polymers, ceramics and composites. Students will be able to articulate how a material’s structure at the atomic and microscopic levels, influences its electrical, thermal, optical, magnetic and deteriorative properties.
	CHE 5410L - Materials Characterization Laboratory Laboratory course for the study of microstructure and properties of steels. Hands-on experience in metallography, microscopy, heat treatment, hardness and tensile testing. Demonstration of impact test, hardenability test (Jominy bar), scanning electron microscopy and surface profilometer. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 6.0 laboratory Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to utilize typical lab techniques used for the characterization of steel microstructure, steel mechanical properties, impact of heat treatment, and impact of cold work. Students will be able to effectively communicate concerning steel microstructure, mechanical properties, and heat treatments in oral and written form. Students will be to conduct a comprehensive literature search on steel mechanical properties and applications.
	CHE 5420 - Metallic Corrosion The primary objective is to cover the fundamental aspects of metallic corrosion and its’ mitigation. Basic principles of corrosion including electrochemical foundation, influence of environment, stress, strain, and structure. Selected lab experiments. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to articulate the similarities and differences in the various forms of corrosion. Students will be able to construct and use Pourbaix (potential/pH) diagrams to predict stable phases of an aqueous electrochemical system. Students will be able to construct and use Evans (mixed potential) diagrams to characterize the kinetics of electrochemical reactions. Students will be to identify appropriate forms of corrosion prevention/mitigation to a given situation.
	CHE 5430 - Polymer Synthesis & Properties In depth study of polymer structure, reaction mechanics, and reaction kinetics. Presentation of ploymer reactors, processing, and properties. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to describe the relationship between polymer structure and mechanical and chemical behavior. Students will be able to articulate processes by which polymers are formed. Students will be able to articulate processes by which polymers are transformed into products. Students will be able to describe broad classes of polymer applications. Students will be able to identify polymer types and methods and techniques used to classify them.
	CHE 5500 - Coal Conversion Technologies Introduction to coal conversion technologies. Coal classification and characterization. Description of coal chemistries and technologies including: combustion, gasification, Fischer-Tropsch synthesis, indirect and direct liquefaction. Environmental impacts and environmental controls related to coal conversion technologies will be explored. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to articulate the environmental challenges associated with coal utilization. Students will be able to describe historic and current technologies for coal combustion, gasification, Fischer-Tropsch synthesis, and indirect and direct liquefaction. Students will be able to describe standard coal classification and coal characterization techniques. Students will be able to describe the chemistries basic to coal combustion, gasification, Fischer-Tropsch synthesis, and indirect and direct liquefaction. Students will be able to describe the technologies available to mitigate the environmental impact of coal utilization.
	CHE 5520 - Analysis of Electrochemical Systems Application of thermodyamics, transport phenomena, and reaction engineering to the design and understanding of electrochemical processes. Emphasis will be made in important industrial electrochemical processes such as electrolysis, batteries, and fuel cells. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to use typical electrochemical instrumentation appropriately. Students will be able to describe the key features of electrochemical systems. Students will be able to describe and complete calculations for electrode kinetics. Students will be able to describe and complete thermodynamic calculations for electrochemical systems. Students will be able to describe and complete calculations for the transport mechanisms in electrochemical systems. Students will be able to design, build, and test an electrochemical process. Students will be able to describe state-of-the-art electrochemical technologies and their impact on society.
	CHE 5530 - Alternative Fuels and Renewable Energy Global energy outlook, available energy resources, energy sustainability, and fuel conversion technologies are discussed. Alternative energy options and their utilization technologies are covered. Associated environmental issues and relevant technologies are assessed. Special emphases are placed on alternative transportation fuels, renewable energies, energy efficiencies, and clean technologies. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to apply basic scientific principles to identify and provide the solutions to applied science problems in the field of alternative fuels and renewable energy. Students will be able to locate and apply appropriate research from outside sources in the fields of sustainable energy and the environment. Students will be able to assess the impact of solutions provided by alternative fuels and renewable energy in a global and societal context.
	CHE 5610 - Atmospheric Chemistry Fundamental chemistry of the troposphere and stratosphere. Emissions, transport, sources, and sinks of pollutants in the atmosphere. Air quality regulations and monitoring. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to calculate pollutant concentrations and determine their lifetime. Students will be able to construct one-box and multi-box models of the atmosphere, using zero and first order approximations of exchange and transformation process. Students will be able to describe the structure of the atmosphere and the processes by which large and small-scale atmospheric transport occur. Students will be able to construct and solve coupled rate expressions for gas phase reactions. Students will be able to discuss the influence of important trace gases and particulates on the radiation budget of the Earth. Students will be able to discuss the science of underlying issues such as the ban on chlorofluorocarbons, global warming, the ozone hole, and smog reduction with an informed layperson. Students will be able to discuss the current state of research in atmospheric chemistry.
	CHE 5800 - Biochemical Engineering Studies of processes in chemical engineering that depend on biological systems. Overview of biological basics, enzyme kinetics, major metabolic pathways, cell growth characteristics, essentials of recombinant DNA technology, bioreactor design and control, and basics in bioseparation methods. One lab project is included. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to perform enzyme kinetic calculations with and without inhibitors. Students will be able to plot a typical bacterial growth curve and calculate specific growth rate. Students will be able to explain how a foreign gene is introduced to a microbial host to produce a recombinant protein. Students will be able to explain information flow in genetics using the central dogma of molecular biology. Students will be able to explain the four basic stages in a downstream bioseparation process. Students will be able to solve simple batch and chemostat problems. Students will be able to select a suitable sterilization method for a particular item or liquid solution.
	CHE 5900 - Special Topics in Chemical Engineering Specific course content will vary with offering. Requisites: Credit Hours: 1 - 15 Repeat/Retake Information: May be repeated. Lecture/Lab Hours: 1.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,CR,PR,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to meet the outcomes of the course as established by the instructor.
	CHE 6000 - Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering Seminar Special presentations by internal and external speakers. Requisites: Credit Hours: 1 Repeat/Retake Information: May be repeated. Lecture/Lab Hours: 1.0 seminar Grades: Eligible Grades: F,CR,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to describe the significance of research projects outside of their own research group, as presented by visiting speakers. Students will be able to identify connections between professional development topics discussed in class and their individual career progression.
	CHE 6100 - Applied Chemical Engineering Calculations Application of linear and nonlinear algebra, ordinary and partial differential equations, optimization, and regression to chemical engineering problems. Extensive treatment of numerical techniques for nonlinear problems. Computer modeling. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to solve ordinary differential equations analytically and numerically. Students will be able to use eigenvalues to solve differential equation systems. Students will be able to solve linear algebraic equation systems using matrices. Students will be able to solve partial differential equations analytically and numerically. Students will be able to use computer software to perform multiple linear regressions. Students will be able to use computer software to perform minimization of functions. Students will be able to solve equations in transport phenomena and reactor engineering either numerically or analytically.
	CHE 6200 - Advanced Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics Study of macroscopic thermodynamics: first and second laws, fundamental property relations, criteria for equilibrium and stability, and phase transitions. Introduction to molecular thermodynamics: concepts of phase-space and ensembles, particle statistics, non-interacting systems, classical statistical mechanics, and phase transitions. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to solve typical problems encountered in thermodynamics. Students will be able to explain conditions of phase equilibrium in single and multicomponent systems. Students will be able to calculate thermodynamic properties of mixtures. Students will be able to solve typical problems in molecular thermodynamics. Students will be able to explain relationships between molecular-level and macroscopic thermodynamic properties.
	CHE 6300 - Chemical Reaction Engineering Homogeneous and heterogeneous kinetics, isothermal and non-isothermal reactor design, non-ideal flow, axial dispersion, mass transfer and reaction, catalysis, multiphase systems. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to apply mass and energy balances to chemical reactor systems. Students will be able to calculate reaction rates and extents of reaction. Students will be able to calculate the required reactor size given a set of desired reaction outcomes. Students will be able to predict reaction mechanisms by identifying the rate limiting step in the reaction scheme.
	CHE 6400 - Transport Phenomena Theoretical basis of development of heat, mass, and momentum transfer. Boundary layer theory and comparison with other theoretical and semi-theoretical approaches. Requisites: Credit Hours: 3 Repeat/Retake Information: May not be retaken. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to explain the molecular basis of momentum, heat, and mass transport. Students will be able to apply equations of change to various forms of transport. Students will be to discuss the role of turbulence in various forms of transport. Students will be able to solve energy, heat, and mass transfer problems using macroscopic balances. Students will be able to articulate the commonalities among the major forms of transport.
	CHE 6900 - Special Topics in Chemical Engineering Advanced study in a particular field of chemical engineering. Requisites: Credit Hours: 1 - 5 Repeat/Retake Information: May be repeated. Lecture/Lab Hours: 3.0 lecture Grades: Eligible Grades: A-F,CR,PR,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to meet the outcomes of the course as established by the instructor.
	CHE 6910 - Chemical Engineering Graduate Internship Opportunity to gain professional experience while maintaining student status. Must complete internship as part of program of study to receive credit. Does not count towards required technical elective credits in the chemical engineering M.S. or Ph.D. program. Requisites: Graduate Status in Chemical Engineering and permission required. Credit Hours: 1 Repeat/Retake Information: May be repeated for a maximum of 4.0 hours. Lecture/Lab Hours: 1.0 field experience/internship Grades: Eligible Grades: F,CR,PR,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: Students will be able to demonstrate key practices of engineering in a professional setting.
	CHE 6940 - Research in Chemical Engineering Research in chemical engineering Requisites: Permission required Credit Hours: 1 - 18 Repeat/Retake Information: May be repeated. Lecture/Lab Hours: 15.0 research Grades: Eligible Grades: F,CR,PR,WP,WF,WN,FN,AU,I Learning Outcomes: New understanding in the area of the research.

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CE 6700 - Computational Methods in Geomechanics

CE 6840 - Constitutive Equations

CE 6900 - Special Topics in Civil Engineering

CE 6915 - Civil Engineering Seminar

CE 6940 - Research

CE 6950 - Master’s Thesis

CE 7100 - Energy and Variational Principles

CE 7230 - Continuum Mechanics II

CE 7290 - Mathematical Theory of Elasticity

CE 7300 - Finite Element Methods II

CE 7320 - Plastic Design of Structures

CE 7360 - Advanced Concrete Design

CE 7430 - Stochastic Modeling

CE 7510 - Sludge Treatment Processes

CE 7520 - Industrial Waste Treatment

CE 7530 - Biodegration and Bioremediation

CE 7570 - Subsurface Remediation

CE 7630 - Advanced Highway Safety Studies and Evaluation

CE 7640 - Mass Transportation Systems

CE 7650 - Airport Planning and Design

CE 7680 - Advanced Traffic Signal Operations Design

CE 7710 - Engineering Behavior of Soils

CE 7740 - Experimental Soil Mechanics

CE 7900 - Special Topics in Civil Engineering

CE 8530 - Environmental Geotechnology II

CE 8620 - Transportation Design II

CE 8630 - Statistical and Econometric Methods for Transportation Safety Analysis

CE 8640 - Transit Planning

CE 8670 - Traffic Flow Theory

CE 8680 - Progressed Systems, Detection, and Control

CE 8850 - Soil-Structure Interaction

CE 8900 - Special Topics in Civil Engineering

CE 8915 - Seminar on Teaching in Civil Engineering

CE 8940 - Doctoral Research

CE 8950 - Doctoral Dissertation

CFS 5590 - Child and Family Studies Course in International Service

CFS 5600 - Children, Families, and Diversity

CFS 5601 - Human Sexualities

CFS 5602 - Professional Assessment and Helping Skills

CFS 5610 - Dynamics in Parent-Child Relations

CFS 5630 - Transitions in Development: Middle Childhood

CFS 5640 - Children, Families, and Poverty

CFS 5650 - Transitions in Development: Adolescence

CFS 5660 - Transitions in Development: Middle and Later Life

CFS 5670 - Children, Families, Stress and Trauma

CFS 5710 - Family Life Education

CFS 5760 - Children and Families in Health Care Settings

CFS 5770 - Professional Practices in Child Life

CFS 5780 - Advanced Child Life

CFS 5800 - Death, Dying and Bereavement

CFS 5810 - Research Design and Program Evaluation

CFS 5900 - Special Topics in Child and Family Studies

CFS 5910 - Child and Family Studies Internship

CFS 5920 - Child Life Practicum

CFS 5930 - Independent Study in Child and Family Studies

CFS 6260 - Graduate Seminar in Child and Family Studies

CFS 6280 - Foundations and Theory in Child Life

CFS 6400 - Supervision in Child and Family Studies

CFS 6700 - Qualitative Methods for Children, Adults, and Families

CFS 6740 - Advanced Family Development

CFS 6750 - Introduction to Principles of Family Consulting

CFS 6890 - Self, Aging, and Society

CFS 6900 - Special Topics in Child and Family Studies

CFS 6901 - Thanatology

CFS 6940 - Research

CFS 6950 - Thesis

CH 6010 - Introduction to Contemporary History

CH 6020 - Issues in Contemporary History

CH 6900 - Special Topics in Contemporary History Institute

CH 6930 - Special Project in Contemporary History

CHE 5000 - Engineering Research Fundamentals

CHE 5010D - Chemical Engineering Phase Equilibria

CHE 5011D - Chemical Reaction Engineering

CHE 5012D - Chemical Engineering Fluid Mechanics

CHE 5013D - Chemical Engineering Heat Transfer

CHE 5014D - Chemical Engineering Mass Transfer and Separations

CHE 5015D - Chemical Engineering Modeling and Applied Calculations

CHE 5016D - Unit Operations Lab I

CHE 5017D - Unit Operations Lab II