University Catalog

ASEN 2002 (5). Aerospace 2: Introduction to Thermodynamics and Aerodynamics.
Introduces the fundamental principals and concepts of thermodynamics and fluid dynamic systems. Emphasizes the synthesis of basic science (physics), mathematics, and experimental methods that form the basis for quantitative and qualitative analyses of general aerospace technology systems. Proficiency in Matlab required. Prereqs., APPM 1360, GEEN 1300 or CSCI 1300, CHEN 1211, CHEM 1221 and PHYS 1110 (min grade C). Coreqs., ASEN 2001 and APPM 2350. Restricted to ASEN majors. Offered fall only.

ASEN 3111 (4). Aerodynamics.
Develops the fundamental concepts of aerodynamics and provides a working knowledge for their application to the design of aircraft and launch vehicles operating at various speeds and altitudes, as well as the atmospheric forces on satellites. Prereqs., APPM 2350, ASEN 2002 and 2004 (min grade C). Restricted to ASEN majors. Offered fall only.

ASEN 5021 (3). Viscous Flow.
Studies low Reynolds number flows, including incompressible and compressible laminar boundary layer theory; similarity theory; and separation, transition, and turbulent boundary layers. Prereq., ASEN 5051 or equivalent, or instructor consent.

ASEN 5037 (3). Turbulent Flow Analysis.
Studies turbulent closure methods and computational procedures used to solve practical turbulent flows. Emphasizes multi-equation models used with time-averaged equations to calculate free-turbulent shear-flows and turbulent boundary layers. Employs spectral methods in direct and large-eddy simulation of turbulence. Prereq., ASEN 5051 or equivalent.

ASEN 5051 (3). Fluid Mechanics.
Highlights physical properties of gases and liquids; kinematics of flow fields; and equations describing viscous, heat-conducting Newtonian fluids. Emphasizes exact solutions and rational approximations for low and high speed dissipative flows, surface and internal waves, acoustics, stability, and potential flows. Prereq., instructor consent.

ASEN 5061 (3). Real Gas Dynamics.
Explores physics of particles, physics of uniform fluids, kinetic description of fluids, transport phenomena. Restricted to graduate students or instructor consent.

ASEN 5151 (3). High Speed Aerodynamics.
Provides aerodynamic theory applicable to the high speed flight of subsonic, transonic, and supersonic aircraft, and hypersonic vehicles. Topics include linear theory of subsonic and supersonic speeds, the nonlinear theories of transonic and hypersonic speeds, and compressible boundary layers. Prereq., graduate standing or instructor consent.

ASEN 5327 (3). Computational Fluid Mechanics.
Introduction to advanced computational methods for the solution of fluid mechanics problems on the computer with emphasis on nonlinear flow phenomena. Prereq., ASEN 5417 or instructor consent.

ASEN 5427 (3). Computational Gas Dynamics.
Introduces computational techniques particularly applicable to high-speed gas flows that contain shocks. Complicated numerical methods are developed from relatively simple numerical modules. Prereq., ASEN 5417 or instructor consent.

ASEN 2004 (5). Aerospace 4: Aerospace Vehicle Design and Performance.
Introduction to design and analysis of aircraft and spacecraft. Aircraft topics include cruise performance, wing design, propulsion, stability, control, and structures. Spacecraft topics include rocket staging, orbit selection, launch systems, and spacecraft subsystems. Includes laboratory experiments and team design exercises. Prereqs., ASEN 2001, 2002, and APPM 2350 or MATH 2400 (min grade C). Restricted to ASEN majors. Offered spring only.

ASEN 2500 (3). Gateway to Space.
Introduces the basics of atmosphere and space sciences, space exploration, spacecraft design, rocketry, and orbits. Students design, build, and launch a miniature satellite on a high altitude balloon. Explores the current research in space through lectures from industry. Restricted to freshmen in engineering or science. Same as ASTR 2500.

ASEN 3128 (4). Aircraft Dynamics.
Develops the fundamental concepts of aircraft dynamics. Covers flight mechanics, performance, dynamics and control of aircraft, and how they impact aircraft design. Prereqs., ASEN 2002, 2003, 2004, and APPM 2360 (min grade C). Restricted to ASEN majors. Offered spring only.

ASEN 4018 (4). Senior Projects 1: Design Synthesis.
Focuses on the synthesis of technical knowledge, project management, design process, leadership, and communications within a team environment. Students progress through the design process beginning with requirements development, then preliminary design and culminating with critical design. Prereqs., ASEN 3111, 3112, 3113, 3128, 3200 and 3300 (min grade C). Restricted to ASEN majors. Offered fall only.

ASEN 4028 (4). Senior Projects 2: Design Practicum.
Focuses on the fabrication, integration, and verification of designs produced in ASEN 4018. Students work within the same teams from ASEN 4018. Prereq., ASEN 4018 (min grade C) and instructor consent required. Restricted to ASEN majors. Offered spring only.

ASEN 4138 (3). Aircraft Design.
Two lectures and one lab per week. Examines principles of aircraft configuration and design to meet given performance specifications, taking into account aerodynamic, stability and control, and flying quality considerations, as well as airworthiness regulations. Includes preliminary design of the major elements of an aircraft. Prereq., ASEN 3128. Restricted to ASEN majors.

ASEN 4148 (3). Spacecraft Design.
Provides the fundamentals necessary to complete the conceptual design of an unmanned spacecraft. Topics include mission design, propulsion, power, structure, thermal, attitude control, communication, command and data handling and attitude control systems. Project management, systems engineering and related topics in space systems are reviewed. The class is designed to enhance teaming and communication skills. Restricted to senior ASEN majors or instructor consent. Same as ASEN 5148.

ASEN 4218 (3). Large Space Structures Design.
Develops the necessary structural analysis skills for conducting conceptual and preliminary designs of large space structures with a practical emphasis on structures considered by NASA over the past 20 years. Applies analysis skills to a broad range of space missions requiring large space structures, emphasizing low cost and practical design. Prereq., senior standing in ASEN or MCEN, or instructor consent. Same as ASEN 5218.

ASEN 5034 (3). Stochastic Methods for Systems Engineering.
Same as ASEN 4034.

ASEN 5148 (3). Spacecraft Design.
Same as ASEN 4148.

ASEN 5158 (3). Space Habitat Design.
Uses systems engineering methods for designing a spacecraft intended for human occupancy. Emphasizes identifying mission objectives and subsequently deriving engineering requirements; subsystem integration issues; human factors; and mission operations.

ASEN 5168 (3). Remote Sensing Instrumentation Design.
Reviews and makes a detailed analysis of satellite instrumentation techniques and systems to understand the components, limitations, and overall capabilities. Emphasis on optical systems with in-depth treatment of conventional radiometry. Introduces both passive and microwave methods.

ASEN 5218 (3). Large Space Structures Design.
Same as ASEN 4218.

ASEN 3200 (4). Orbital Mechanics/Attitude Dynamics and Control.
Presents the fundamentals of orbital mechanics, 3D rigid body dynamics, and satellite attitude dynamics and controls. Prereqs., ASEN 2003, 2004, and APPM 2360 (min grade C). Restricted to ASEN majors. Offered spring only.

ASEN 4010 (3). Introduction to Space Dynamics.
Includes central force fields, satellite orbits, rocket dynamics, orbital transfer, interplanetary mission analysis, and perturbation due to atmospheric drag and Earth oblateness. Prereq., ASEN 3200 or equivalent, or instructor consent required.

ASEN 5010 (3). Spacecraft Attitude Dynamics and Control.
Studies the rotational motion of spacecrafts, including attitude parameters and spacecraft torques. Applies Euler equations to the attitude motions of simple spacecrafts and their stability. Prereq., ASEN 3200 or equivalent.

ASEN 5050 (3). Space Flight Dynamics.
Includes celestial mechanics, space navigation, and orbit determination; trajectory design and mission analysis trajectory requirements; and orbital transfer and rendezvous. Prereq., ASEN 3200 or instructor consent.

ASEN 5070 (3). Introduction to Statistical Orbit Determination 1.
Develops the theory of batch and sequential (Kalman) filtering, including a review of necessary concepts of probability and statistics. Course work includes a term project that allows students to apply classroom theory to an actual satellite orbit determination problem.

ASEN 5080 (3). Introduction to Statistical Orbit Determination 2.
Continuation of ASEN 5070. Emphasizes orthogonal transformation techniques such as Givens and Householder, square root filtering and smoothing, and considers covariance analysis. Also includes coordinate systems, force models, and time and polar motion. Requires term project that involves the application of many of the techniques required for precise orbit determination. Prereq., ASEN 5070.

ASEN 6060 (3). Advanced Space Flight Dynamics.
Topics include perturbations of orbital motion; classical orbit determination from angles-only observation; modern orbit determination using range and range-rate data; orbit transfer using impulses or continuous thrust; and others. Prereq., ASEN 5050 or instructor consent.

ASEN 6070 (3). Satellite Geodesy.
Focuses on the measurement of the Earth's gravitational field, rotational characteristics, and shape using Earth and space-based tracking of artificial satellites. Particular emphasis on satellite altimetry and satellite gravity measurements. Prereq., ASEN 3200 or instructor consent. Credit not granted for this course and ASEN 5060.

ASEN 4215 (3). Oceanography.
Introduces descriptive and dynamical physical oceanography, focusing on the nature and dynamics of ocean currents and their role in the distribution of heat and other aspects of ocean physics related to the Earth's climate. Dynamical material limited to mathematical descriptions of oceanic physical systems. Restricted to seniors and graduate students. Same as ASEN 5215 and ATOC 4215.

ASEN 4255 (3). Environmental Aerodynamics.
A review of the properties and causes of hazards posed by the environment, ranging from atmospheric wind shear to tornadic flows. Involves a multidisciplinary approach combining analytical, numerical, scale modeling studies with extensive field measurements, wind energy, and biophysical aerodynamics. Prereq., senior standing in ASEN. Same as ASEN 5255.

ASEN 5215 (3). Oceanography.
Same as ASEN 4215 and ATOC 5215.

ASEN 5255 (3). Environmental Aerodynamics.
Reviews the properties and causes of hazards posed by the environment, ranging from atmospheric wind shear to tornadic flows. Involves a multidisciplinary approach, combining analytical, numerical, and scale modeling studies with extensive field measurements, wind energy, and biophysical aerodynamics. Prereq., senior standing in aerospace engineering.

ASEN 5315 (3). Ocean Modeling.
Introduces students to basic principles behind, and the current practices in, ocean modeling. Discusses different prevailing approaches. Offers students hands-on experience with the use of supercomputers and workstations for model running and pre- and post-processing. Prereqs., graduate standing or instructor consent.

ASEN 5325 (3). Small Scale Processes in Geophysical Fluids.
Provides an overview of mixing and wave processes in the oceans and the atmosphere. Topics include turbulent boundary layers in the lower atmosphere and the upper ocean, air-sea interactions, and surface and internal waves. Prereq., graduate standing or instructor consent.

ASEN 5335 (3). Aerospace Environment.
Examines the various components of the solar-terrestrial system (sun, solar wind, magnetosphere, thermosphere, ionosphere, middle atmosphere) and their interactions to provide a solid understanding of the reentry and orbital environments within which aerospace vehicles operate. Prereq., senior or graduate standing in engineering or related physical sciences.

ASEN 3116 (3). Introduction to Biomedical Engineering.
Addresses human responses to environment and physical stimuli. Makes use of engineering and physical principles in the study of human dynamics, arriving at reasonable solutions to 15 major areas of biomedical consent. Prereq., instructor consent.

ASEN 4216 (3). Neural Signals and Functional Brain Imaging.
Explores bioelectric and metabolic signals generated by the nervous system from two stand points: 1) their biophysical genesis and role in neural integration and 2) neurotechnologies such as electroencephalography, magnetoencephalography, deep brain stimulation, and functional magnetic resonance imaging. Prereqs., ECEN 2260 or 3030, ASEN 3300, or instructor consent. Same as ASEN 5216, ECEN 4811/5811.

ASEN 4426 (3). Neural Systems and Physiological Control.
A biophysical exploration of human physiology from the standpoints of control systems and neural information processing. Topics include: neural control of movement and cardiovascular performance, tissue growth and repair, carcinogenesis, and physiological responses to microgravity. Prereqs., ECEN 2260 or 3030, ASEN 3300, or instructor consent. Same as ASEN 4426 and ECEN 4821/5821.

ASEN 4436 (3). Brains, Minds, Computers.
An introductory, integrative survey of brain science, cognitive science, artificial intelligence, and their interrelations. Considers central concepts and principles from each of these areas and the similarities and difference of brain, minds, computers, robots, etc. Prereq., senior standing. Same as ASEN 5436 and ECEN 4831/5831.

ASEN 5016 (3). Space Life Sciences.
Familiarizes students with factors affecting living organisms in the reduced-gravity environment of space flight. Covers basic life support requirements, human physiological adaptations, and cellular-level gravity dependent processes with emphasis on technical writing and research proposal preparation. Prereq., graduate standing in engineering or instructor consent.

ASEN 5116 (3). Spacecraft Life Support Systems.
Provides a working knowledge of the systems needed to sustain human life in a spacecraft environment. Emphasis is on understanding functional requirements of a life support system; operational details of subsystem technologies; new concepts currently being considered in NASA's advanced programs; and conducting a technical trade study.

ASEN 5216 (3). Neural Signals and Functional Brain Imaging.
Same as ASEN 4216 and ECEN 4811/5811.

ASEN 5426 (3). Neural Systems and Physiological Control.
Same as ASEN 4426 and ECEN 4821/5821.

ASEN 5436 (3). Brains, Minds, Computers.
Prereq., graduate standing. Same as ASEN 4436, ECEN 4831/5831.

ASEN 5506 (1). Bioastronautics Seminar.
Focuses on research areas in space flight medical and biological topics ranging from human responses to molecular-level concerns. Literature analysis and scientific presentations are expected. Emphasis is on biophysical mechanisms, comprehensive models, and related technology development.

ASEN 4047 (3). Probability and Statistics for Aerospace Engineering Sciences.
Considers probability concepts and theory for better design and control of aerospace engineering systems. Includes descriptive and inferential statistical methods for experimental analysis. Also covers discrete and continuous random variable distributions, estimators, confidence intervals, regression, analysis of variance, hypothesis testing, nonparametric statistics, random processes, and quality control, including software models of same. Prereq., junior or graduate standing or instructor consent. Same as ASEN 5047.

ASEN 5047 (3). Probability and Statistics for Aerospace Engineering Sciences.
Same as ASEN 4047.

ASEN 5227 (3). Mathematics for Aerospace Engineering Sciences 1.
Provides an introduction to the methods and mathematics of advanced engineering analysis tailored to aerospace engineering applications. Topics include vector and tensor calculus, ordinary differential equations, and an introduction to the calculus of variations. Prereqs., APPM 2350 and 2360.

ASEN 5307 (3). Engineering Data Analysis Methods.
Gives students broad exposure to a variety of traditional and modern statistical methods for filtering and analyzing data. Topics include estimation methods, principal component analyses and spectral analyses. Introduces these methods and provides practical experience with their use. Students carry out problem assignments. Prereq., APPM 2360.

ASEN 5417 (3). Numerical Methods for Differential Equations.
Provides computational skills and basic knowledge of numerical methods for advanced courses in engineering/scientific computation using FORTRAN, C, or MATLAB. Prereq., APPM 2360 and instructor consent.

ASEN 4090 (3). Global Positioning Systems Applications.
Focuses on GPS technology, software development, and applications. Lectures will cover the principal concepts used in GPS, and weekly laboratories will apply that knowledge. The course will culminate in student design projects using GPS. Prereqs., APPM 2360 and GEEN 1300 or equivalent. Recommended junior/senior standing in engineering.

ASEN 5090 (3). Introduction to Global Navigation Satellite Systems.
Global Navigation Satellite Systems (GNSS) are important tools for navigation, science, and engineering. Introduces GNSS hardware, signal structure, algorithms, error sources, and modeling techniques. Programming experience is required. Restricted to graduate students.

ASEN 4337 (3). Remote Sensing Data Analysis.
Reviews satellite remote sensing instrumentation and methods. Student teamwork involves real satellite data for applications in oceanography, atmospheric science, and terrestrial physics. Students develop problem-solving skills and use the internet to gather satellite and in situ data to address chosen problems. Prereq., GEEN 1300, ASEN 3200.

ASEN 5235 (3). Introduction to Atmospheric Radiative Transfer and Remote Sensing.
Examines fundamentals of radiative transfer and remote sensing with primary emphasis on the Earth's atmosphere; emission, absorption and scattering by molecules and particles; multiple scattering; polarization; radiometry and photometry; principles of inversion theory; extinction- and emission-based passive remote sensing; principles of active remote sensing; lidar and radar; additional applications such as the greenhouse effect and Earth's radiative energy budget. Same as ATOC 5235.

ASEN 5245 (3). Radar and Remote Sensing.
Examines active techniques of remote sensing, with emphasis on radar fundamentals, radar wave propagation, scattering processes, and radar measurement techniques and design. Examines specific radar systems and applications, such as synthetic aperture radar phased arrays for atmosphere, space, land, and sea applications. Restricted to seniors or graduate students in engineering.

ASEN 5337 (3). Remote Sensing Data Analysis.
Same as ASEN 4337.

ASEN 6210 (1). Remote Sensing Seminar.
Covers subjects pertinent to remote sensing of the Earth, including oceanography, meteorology, vegetation monitoring, and geology. Emphasizes techniques for extracting geophysical information from satellite data. Course requirement for Remote Sensing Certificate. Restricted to graduate students.

ASEN 6220 (3). Topics in Remote Sensing.
Covers infrared and microwave techniques for remote sensing, emphasizing oceanographic applications, fundamentals of electromagnetic radiation, remote sensing instrumentation (radars and radiometers), and conversion of sensory data to geophysical parameters, including sea surface topography, temperature, and atmospheric moisture. Prereq., graduate standing and instructor consent.

ASEN 2001 (5). Aerospace 1: Introduction to Statics, Structures, and Materials.
Introduces analytical tools for statics and structural analysis. Topics include force/moment equilibrium, truss analysis, beam theory, stress/strain, failure criteria, and structural design. Matlab proficiency required. Prereqs., APPM 1360, GEEN 1300 or CSCI 1300, CHEN 1211, CHEM 1221, and PHYS 1110, (min grade C). Coreq., ASEN 2002 or APPM 2350. Restricted to ASEN majors. Offered fall only.

ASEN 3112 (4). Structures.
Teaches Mechanics of Materials methods of stress and deformation analysis applicable to the design and verification of aircraft and space structures. It offers an introduction to matrix and finite element methods for truss structures, and to mechanical vibrations. Prereq., ASEN 2001, 2003, 2004, and APPM 2360 (min grade C). Restricted to ASEN majors. Offered fall only.

ASEN 4012 (3). Aerospace Materials.
Studies aerospace grade aluminum, magnesium, nickel, and titanium alloys. Covers heat treatment, defect structures, failure mechanisms, corrosion and its prevention, the effect of space radiation on materials, and high and low temperature effects. Introduces composite materials with a lab design and experiment. Emphasizes the selection of materials in design with procedures for choosing materials rationally. Case studies include aerogels, carbides, composites, powder metallurgy, nanomaterials, and advanced materials manufacturing technologies. Prereqs., ASEN 2001, 3112, 3113 or instructor consent.

ASEN 4222 (3). Materials Science for Composite Manufacturing.
Studies common matrix materials and the modifications and improvements of properties which can be achieved by adding second phase reinforcements. Properties will be significantly affected by the design approach and by requirements, and by the procedure of adding reinforcements. Investigates polymer, ceramic and metallic materials. Explores manufacturing, fabrication and processing techniques. Evaluates future developments. Prereqs., ASEN 3112 and 4112 or equivalent, or instructor consent. Same as ASEN 5222.

ASEN 4338 (3). Computer Analysis of Structures.
Covers basic structural design concepts and finite element modeling techniques. Emphasizes use of finite element static and dynamic analysis to validate and refine an initial design. Introduces basic design optimization and tailoring. Proficiency in Matlab required. Prereq., ASEN 3112.

ASEN 5007 (3). Introduction to Finite Elements.
Introduces finite element methods used for solving linear problems in structural and continuum mechanics. Covers modeling, mathematical formulation, and computer implementation. Prereq., matrix algebra.

ASEN 5012 (3). Mechanics of Aerospace Structures.
Applies fundamental concepts of continuum mechanics, theory of elasticity, and energy methods to the analysis of structures. Prereqs., APPM 2360 and ASEN 2001, 2003, and 3112, or equivalent. Similar to MCEN 5023.

ASEN 5022 (3). Dynamics of Aerospace Structures.
Applies concepts covered in undergraduate dynamics, structures, and mathematics to the dynamics of aerospace structural components, including methods of dynamic analysis, vibrational characteristics, vibration measurements, and dynamic stability. Prereqs., ASEN 5012, 5227, or equivalent. Recommended prereq., MATH 3130.

ASEN 5111 (3). Introduction to Aeroelasticity.
Introduces static and dynamic aeroelasticity of airfoils and wings. Covers the classical aeroelasticity theory and gives a brief overview of computational methods applied to aeroelastic problems. Prereqs., ASEN 3111, MATH 3130, and MATH 4430, or equivalent, or instructor consent.

ASEN 5122 (3). Control of Aerospace Structures 1.
Introduces the basic problems in dynamic modeling and active control of large spacecraft and satellites. Includes system descriptions, model reduction, controller design, and closed-loop stability analysis. Prereq., ASEN 3200, graduate standing, or instructor consent.

ASEN 5212 (3). Composite Structures and Materials.
Develops the macromechanical and micromechanical theory of the elastic behavior and failure of composite laminates. Applies basic theory to a broad range of practical problems including the buckling and vibration of composite plates, columns, and shells. Prereq., senior standing in aerospace or mechanical engineering, or instructor consent.

ASEN 5222 (3). Materials Science for Composite Manufacturing.
Prereqs., ASEN 3112 and 4112 or equivalent, or instructor consent. Same as ASEN 4222.

ASEN 5347 (3). Math Methods in Dynamics.
Two-part graduate-level course on dynamics. Covers both flexible and rigid multibody analytical dynamics and finite element method for dynamics. Emphasizes formulations that naturally lead to easy computer implementation and stability, linearization, and modern rotational kinematics. Prereqs., graduate standing and instructor consent.

ASEN 5517 (3). Computational Methods In Dynamics.
Continuation of mathematical methods in dynamics. Covers numerical algorithms, computer implementation aspects, and treatment of constraints and nonlinear rotational computational techniques. Emphasizes the combined numerical and physics characterization for the solution of dynamical systems. Prereq., ASEN 5347.

ASEN 6017 (3). Nonlinear Finite Element Methods.
Covers modeling, formulation and numerical solution of nonlinear static problems in mechanics by finite element methods. Emphasizes treatment of geometric nonlinearities, stability assessment, incremental and iterative solution methods and basic issues of computer implementation. Prerequisites are an introductory graduate-level course in linear finite element methods and familiarity with linear algebra. A prior course in continuum mechanics is recommended. Formerly ASEN 5017. Credit not granted for this course and ASEN 5017.

ASEN 6367 (3). Advanced Finite Element Methods for Plates, Shells, and Solids.
Continues ASEN 5007. Covers more advanced FEM applications to linear static problems in structural and continuum mechanics. Focuses on modeling, formulation, and numerical solutions of problems modeled as plates, shells, and solids. Includes an overview of advanced variational formulations. Prereqs., introductory graduate level course in FEM and familiarity with linear algebra. Formerly ASEN 5367. Credit not granted for this course and ASEN 5367.

ASEN 2003 (5). Aerospace 3: Introduction to Dynamics and Systems.
Introduces the principles of particle and rigid body dynamics, vibrations, systems, and controls. Topics include kinematics, kinetics, energy methods, orbits, system modeling, and simple feedback control. Class includes experimental and design laboratory exercises for aerospace applications of dynamic principles. Prereqs., ASEN 2001 and APPM 2350 or MATH 2400 (min grade C). Coreq., APPM 2360. Restricted to ASEN majors. Offered spring only.

ASEN 3300 (4). Aerospace Electronics and Communications.
Provides the fundamentals of electronics and communications widely used in aerospace engineering. Includes analog instrumentation electronics, data acquisition, digital electronics, and radio communication. Prereqs., ASEN 2003, PHYS 1120, and APPM 2360 (min grade C). Restricted to ASEN majors. Offered spring only.

ASEN 4114 (3). Automatic Control Systems.
Methods of analysis and design of feedback control for dynamic systems. Covers nyquist, bode, and linear quadratic methods based on frequency domain and state space models. Laboratory experiments provide exposure to computation for simulation and real time control, and typical control system sensors and actuators. Prereqs., ASEN 3128 and 3200. Same as ASEN 5114.

ASEN 5014 (3). Linear Control Systems.
Introduces the theory of linear systems, including vector spaces, linear equations, structure of linear operators, state space descriptions of dynamic systems, and state feedback control methods. Prereq., ASEN 3200.

ASEN 5024 (3). Nonlinear Control Systems.
Introduces the analysis and control design methods for nonlinear systems, including Lyapunov and Describing Function methods. Prereq., ASEN 5014.

ASEN 5114 (3). Automatic Control Systems.
Same as ASEN 4114.

ASEN 3113 (4). Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer.
Focuses on the applications of the first and second laws of thermodynamics to control volumes and teaches the fundamental concepts of different modes of energy and heat transfer. Learn to use these concepts in gas dynamics, high-speed vehicle design, environmental systems, and energy analysis. Prereqs., APPM 2350 or MATH 2400, and ASEN 2002 with a C or better grade. Restricted to ASEN majors. Offered fall only.

ASEN 4013 (3). Foundations of Propulsion.
Describes aerothermodynamics and design of air-breathing engines, including ram jets, turbo jets, turbo fans, and turbo prop engines. Prereqs., ASEN 3113 and APPM 2360 with a C or better grade. Offered spring only.

ASEN 5013 (3). Advanced Propulsion.
Chemical combustion calculations for multicomponent gases and application to air-breathing and rocket propulsion systems; performance criteria and scaling laws; introduction to chemical reaction rates; combustion instability and nozzle heat transfer; ion propulsion and mhd generators. Prereq., ASEN 4013 or instructor consent.

ASEN 5053 (3). Rocket Propulsion.
An in depth presentation of the theory, analysis, and design of rocket propulsion systems. Liquid and solid propellant systems are emphasized with an introduction to advanced propulsion concepts. Nozzle and fluid flow relationships are reviewed for background. Prereq., senior standing in ASEN or MCEN, or instructor consent.

ASEN 5063 (3). Gas Turbine Propulsion.
Designed to teach the theory, analysis and design of modern gas turbine engines used for aircraft propulsion. Will deal with cycle and performance analyses, and analysis and design of compressors, turbines, intakes, nozzles and combustors as well as component matching. Prereq., ASEN 4013 or equivalent.

ASEN 1000 (1). Introduction to Aerospace Engineering Sciences.
Introduces aerospace history, curriculum, and the many areas of emphasis within aerospace engineering. Academic and industry speakers are invited to address various aerospace topics. Restricted to freshmen ENGR students.

ASEN 2519 (1-3). Special Topics.
Studies specialized aspects of the aerospace engineering sciences or innovative treatment of required subject matter at the lower-division level. Course content is indicated in the online Schedule Planner. Prereq., varies. Restricted to Engineering students.

ASEN 2849 (1-3). Independent Study.
Study of special projects agreed upon by student and instructor. May be repeated up to 9 total credit hours. Prereq., instructor consent.

ASEN 3519 (1-3). Special Topics.
Studies specialized aspects of the aerospace engineering sciences or innovative treatment of required subject matter at the upper-division level. Course content is indicated in the online Schedule Planner. Prereq., varies.

ASEN 3930 (6). Aerospace Engineering Cooperative Education.
Students will participate in a previously arranged, department-sponsored cooperative education program with a government agency or industry. Recommended prereq., GPA above 3.0. Restricted to juniors/seniors majors.

ASEN 4519 (1-3). Special Topics.
Studies specialized aspects of the aerospace engineering sciences or innovative treatment of required subject matter at the upper-division level. Course content is indicated in the online Schedule Planner. Prereq., varies.

ASEN 4849 (1-6). Independent Study.
Special projects agreed upon by student and instructor. Instructor consent required.

ASEN 4859 (1-6). Undergraduate Research.
Assigns a research problem on an individual basis. Instructor consent required.

ASEN 5519 (1-3). Selected Topics.
Reflects upon specialized aspects of aerospace engineering sciences. Course content is indicated in the online Schedule Planner. Prereq., varies.

ASEN 5849 (1-6). Independent Study.
Study of special projects.

ASEN 5940 (3-6). Engineering Research Internship.
Grants credit to foreign visiting graduate students for conducting research within the Aerospace Engineering Sciences department. Credits can be transferred to the student's home institution. CU-Boulder students may also receive credit for conducting research outside of the university, either overseas or in the US. Restricted to students in final year of undergraduate work and graduate students from CU-Boulder or foreign institutions.

ASEN 6009 (1-2). Special Topics Seminar.
Presents research and developments in each department's focus areas.

ASEN 6519 (1-3). Special Topics.
Reflects upon specialized aspects of aerospace engineering sciences. Course content is indicated in the online Schedule Planner. Prereq., varies.

ASEN 6849 (1-6). Independent Study.
Studies special projects agreed upon by student and instructor.

ASEN 6950 (1-6). Master's Thesis.

ASEN 8990 (16-24). Doctoral Thesis.

AREN 2050 (3). Engineering Systems for Buildings.
Provides an overview of the structural, mechanical, and electrical systems used in buildings, with special emphasis on sustainable practices for building design. Includes team project work in studying the systems in a building on the CU-Boulder campus. Coreq., AREN 1017.

AREN 2110 (3). Thermodynamics.
Explores fundamental principles of thermodynamics, including first and second law of thermodynamics, thermophysical properties, power and refrigeration cycles, gas mixtures and psychrometrics. Computing in the context of engineering problems is introduced. Prereq., PHYS 1110. Coreq., APPM 1360.

AREN 2120 (3). Fluid Mechanics and Heat Transfer.
Explores fundamental principles of fluid dynamics and heat transfer. Topics include fluid statics, momentum, and energy conservation, laminar and turbulent viscous flow, convection heat transfer, conduction heat transfer, heat exchangers, and heat transfer. Prereqs., APPM 2350 and AREN 2110. Coreq., APPM 2360.

AREN 3010 (3). Mechanical Systems for Buildings.
Examines psychrometrics, thermal comfort, building heating and cooling loads, fluid flow basics, and HVAC components and systems. Prereqs., AREN 2110, 2120, and 3050.

AREN 3050 (3). Environmental Systems for Buildings 1.
Introduces the operation and design of building systems for climate control, water and drainage, life safety, electrical supply, illumination, transportation (elevators and escalators), and noise control. For non-engineering majors.

AREN 3060 (3). Environmental Systems for Buildings 2.
Continues the operation and design of building systems for climate control, water and drainage, life safety, electrical supply, illumination, transportation (elevators and escalators), and noise control. For non-engineering majors.

AREN 3130 (3). Building Energy Laboratory.
Two lectures, one 3-hour lab per week. Offers a laboratory course on mechanical systems in buildings, focusing on building applications of thermodynamics, fluid dynamics, and heat transfer. Applications include solar collectors, pumps, fans, heat exchangers, and air conditioning and refrigeration systems. Prereq., AREN 3010.

AREN 3140 (3). Illumination Laboratory.
Introduces the measurement of photometric and psychophysical quantities used in lighting. Experience is acquired in using light measurement instruments to evaluate lighting equipment and luminous environments. Prereq., AREN 3540.

AREN 3540 (3). Illumination I.
Studies the fundamentals of architectural illumination. Introduces and applies basic principles and vocabulary to elementary problems in the lighting of environments for the performance of visual work and the proper interaction with architecture. Prereq., AREN 3060.

AREN 4110 (3). HVAC Design 1.
Highlights the design of heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems for buildings. Covers HVAC systems description, load estimating, code compliance, duct design, fan systems, applied psychrometrics, cooling and heating coils, filters, hydronic systems, piping, and pumps. One of several capstone courses available to architectural engineering students. Prereq., AREN 3010. Same as CVEN 5110.

AREN 4540 (3). Exterior Lighting Systems.
Engages students in exploring and solving lighting problems for exterior environments. Provides an understanding of the design criteria and lighting equipment used in three primary exterior applications: parking lots and roadways, floodlighting of buildings, and sports facilities. Prereq., AREN 3540. Recommended prereqs., AREN 3140 and 4550. Same as CVEN 5540.

AREN 4550 (3). Illumination 2.
Applies the principles studied in Illumination 1. Provides further study in architectural lighting design methods. Uses lighting studio work to develop a broad knowledge of lighting equipment, design methods, and their application in a series of practical design problems in modern buildings. One of several capstone courses available to architectural engineering students. Prereq., AREN 3540.

AREN 4560 (3). Luminous Radiative Transfer.
Teaches fundamentals of radiative exchange as applied to illumination engineering. Describes and uses principal numerical techniques for radiative transfer analysis. Applies techniques to lighting design and analysis. Prereq., AREN 3540.

AREN 4570 (3). Building Electrical Systems Design 1.
Introduces the generation and distribution of electrical power. Focuses on understanding the loads, control, and protection of secondary electrical distribution systems in building. Applies the national electric code to residential and commercial buildings. Prereq., ECEN 3030.

AREN 4580 (3). Daylighting.
Studies design process and lighting calculation techniques for the synthesis and analysis of daylighting in modern buildings. Covers integration with electric lighting and other building subsystems. Prereq., AREN 3540 and AREN 4560.

AREN 4590 (3). Computer Graphics in Lighting Engineering.
Studies the numerical methods and computer implementation of computer graphics visualization for architectural lighting engineering and design. Implements finite element radiative transfer and ray-tracing in computer programs. Studies the use of computer graphics visualization in lighting analysis. Prereq., AREN 3540 and 4560.

AREN 4035 (3). Architectural Structures 1.
Analyzes basic structural systems. Covers principles of mechanics and mechanical properties of materials and analysis and design of trusses, arches, and cable structures. For nonengineering students; does not apply toward an engineering degree. Prereq., PHYS 1110, and APPM 1350 or MATH 1300.

AREN 4045 (3). Architectural Structures 2.
Analyzes basic structural systems. Covers principles of mechanics as applied to the design of flexural members, columns, continuous beams, and rigid frames. For nonengineering students; does not apply toward an engineering degree. Prereq., AREN 4035.

AREN 4315 (2). Design of Masonry Structures.
Covers modern masonry construction; properties and behavior of the reinforced masonry component materials, clay and concrete masonry units, mortar, grout, and steel reinforcement; vertical and lateral load types and intensities; and design of reinforced masonry walls, beams, and columns by working stress and strength design methods. Prereq., CVEN 3525.

AREN 3406 (3). Introduction to Building Construction.
Covers the broad subject of building materials, assembly details, and their method of construction. Includes codes and classifications, foundations, wood, steel, concrete, masonry, cladding, doors and windows, interiors, and finishes.

AREN 4416 (3). Construction Costs and Estimating.
Introduces building construction costs accounting and controls, analysis of direct and indirect cost fundamentals and collecting systems, methods engineering and value engineering. Includes a study of types of estimates, quantity take-off techniques and pricing applications, and preparation of a detailed estimate for a building project including all cost analyses, a complete quantity survey, development of unit prices, and final assembly of the bid proposal. Prereq., senior standing or instructor consent.

AREN 4420 (3). Cost Engineering.
Focuses on conceptual cost estimating and evaluation techniques to support engineering design. Topics include parametric estimating, stochastic estimating, value engineering, constructability concepts, and life-cycle costing. Prereq., AREN 3406. Recommended prereq., CVEN 3246.

AREN 4466 (3). Construction Planning and Scheduling.
Comprehensively studies construction management, including the contractor's role in preconstruction and construction activities; the construction contract; bonds and insurance; and the particular application of CPM/PERT techniques to the planning, scheduling, and control of a construction project. Prereq., AREN 4416.

AREN 1017 (2). Engineering Drawing.
Offers engineering drawing for beginners. Covers the use of instruments, orthographic projection, pictorial drawing, sections, dimensioning, and working drawings.

AREN 1027 (2). Descriptive Geometry.
Studies orthographic projection, including point, line, and plane problems; angle problems and intersections; and computer graphics using AutoCAD on PCs. Prereq., AREN 1017 or equivalent.

AREN 1316 (1). Introduction to Architectural Engineering.
Surveys the broad subject of architectural engineering and professional practices. Includes professional design services, design documents, methods of construction delivery, materials for construction, codes and standards, life safety, professional ethics, structural systems, mechanical systems, electrical systems, and building systems integration.

AREN 2300 (3). Introduction to Engineering Computing.
Examines three computational tools: spreadsheets and macros, compiled languages, and symbolic computation. Introduces principles of computing at each level using elementary but practical engineering problems. The course is designed to produce extensive capability with spreadsheets and working competency in programming. Prereqs., APPM 1350, 1360, and PHYS 1120.

AREN 4317 (4). Architectural Engineering Design.
Provides a capstone experience to AREN students. Students design a modest commercial building and complete an integrated engineering design of the building systems executed for the conceptual, schematic, and design development phases. Student teams work on life safety, structural, mechanical, and electrical design. Each stage has a professional-quality design document. All members of AREN and some structural faculty participate in the teaching and evaluation of designs. Prereqs., AREN 3010, 3540, 4560, CVEN 3406 and 3535. Recommended prereqs., ARCH 4010, AREN 4110, 4416, 4545, and CVEN 4545 and 4555.

AREN 4830 (3). Special Topics for Seniors/Grads.
Supervised study of special topics of interest to students under instructor guidance. May be repeated up to 9 total credit hours. Prereq., instructor consent required.

AREN 4837 (3). Special Topics for Seniors/Grads.
Supervised study of special topics of interest to students under instructor guidance. Prereq., instructor consent.

AREN 4849 (1-3). Independent Study.
Offers an independent, in-depth study, research, or design in a selected area of architectural engineering. Offerings are coordinated with individual faculty. Students should consult the Department of Civil, Environmental, and Architectural Engineering. Numbered AREN 4840 through AREN 4849.

CHEN 5831 (2). Biotechnology Case Studies.
Capstone course required of all graduate students in the interdisciplinary graduate biotechnology certificate program. Reviews molecular genetics, product synthesis and purification, economics, intellectual property, and business planning. Working in teams, students present a biotechnology product plan. Prereq., CHEN 5830.

CHEN 3838 (3). Special Topics.
May be repeated up to 6 total credit hours.

CHEN 4838 (1-4). Special Topics in Chemical Engineering.
Senior topics courses offered upon demand. Prereq., senior standing or instructor consent.

CHEN 5127 (3). Applied Statistics for the Manufacturing and Process Industries.
Discusses the concepts and techniques of applied statistics essential to quality control and product/process improvement. Includes computer control (SQC/SPC), sampling methods and time series analysis, and methods of experimental design. Prereq., MCEN 4120. Same as CVEN 5127 and MCEN 5126.

CHEN 5128 (3). Applied Statistics In Research and Development.
Students learn current and emerging statistical methods that are appropriate to experimentation in research and development activities. Statistical design of experiments and model fitting is emphasized. Prereq., one introductory probability/statistics course. Same as MCEN 5146.

CHEN 5333 (3). Research Methods and Ethics.
Prepares graduate students to carry out independent research. Research ethics, laboratory skills, experimental methods, critical thinking, presentations, proposal preparation and career planning are discussed. Independent research project carried out under direction of chemical engineering faculty. Prereq., graduate standing.

CHEN 5838 (1-4). Special Topics in Chemical Engineering.
Graduate-selected topics courses offered upon demand. Prereq., graduate standing or instructor consent.

CVEN 4700 (3). Sustainability and the Built Environment.
Introduces fundamental concepts of sustainability and sustainable development. Special emphasis on understanding the interaction of the built environment with natural systems and the role of technical and non-technical issues in engineering decisions. Open to engineering and non-engineering students. Same as CVEN 5700.

CVEN 5010 (3). HVAC System Controls.
Treats the theoretical and practical design of control systems for heating, ventilating, and air conditioning of both residential and commercial buildings. Discusses computer energy management system design. Prereq., AREN 3010 or equivalent.

CVEN 5020 (3). Building Energy Audits.
Analyzes and measures performance of HVAC systems, envelopes, lighting and hot water systems, and modifications to reduce energy use. Emphasizes existing buildings. Prereq., AREN 3010 or equivalent.

CVEN 5030 (3). Architectural Lighting Equipment Design.
Covers the specification and design of nonimaging optical systems for architectural lighting equipment reflector design. Develops and uses computer software to design optics that are prototyped and tested in the laboratory. Prereq., AREN 3540 or CVEN 5830.

CVEN 5040 (3). Lighting Systems Engineering.
Introduces architectural lighting, including vision and perception, lighting equipment and its characteristics, calculations and analysis, and the process of lighting design.

CVEN 5050 (3). Advanced Solar Design.
Predicts performance and analyzes economics of high temperature, photovoltaic, and other innovative solar systems. Also includes performance prediction methods for solar processes. Prereq., AREN 2010 or equivalent.

CVEN 5060 (3). Advanced Passive Solar Design.
Emphasizes design-oriented treatment of passive solar systems. Treats generic types of systems and their performance and cost. Covers passive system construction and daylighting. Prereq., AREN 2010 or equivalent.

CVEN 5070 (3). Thermal Analysis of Buildings.
Examines response factors, conduction transfer functions, and weighting factors for dynamic analysis of building envelopes. Also studies radiative and convective exchange in buildings, internal gains, and infiltration analysis as modeled in hourly simulations. Prereq., AREN 3010 or equivalent.

CVEN 5080 (3). Computer Simulation of Building Energy Systems.
Introduces major simulation programs for analysis of building energy loads and system performance. Focuses on one hourly simulation program to develop capability for analysis of multizone structure. Prereq., AREN 4110 or CVEN 5110.

CVEN 5090 (1). Building Systems Seminar.

CVEN 5110 (3). HVAC Design 1.
Explores design of heating, ventilating, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems for buildings. Covers HVAC systems description, load estimating, code compliance, duct design, fan systems, applied psychrometrics, cooling and heating coils, filters, hydronic systems, piping, and pumps. Prereq., AREN 3010 or equivalent. Same as AREN 4110.

CVEN 5540 (3). Exterior Lighting Systems.
Engages students in exploring and solving lighting problems for exterior environments. Provides an understanding of the design criteria and lighting equipment used in three primary exterior applications: parking lots and roadways, floodlighting of buildings, and sports facilities. Prereq., AREN 3540. Recommended prereqs., AREN 3140 and 4550. Same as AREN 4540.

CVEN 5700 (3). Sustainability and the Built Environment.
Same as CVEN 4700.

CVEN 5830 (3). Special Topics for Seniors/Grads.
Prereq., instructor consent. May be repeated up to 9 total credit hours.

CVEN 2121 (3). Analytical Mechanics 1.
Examines vector treatment of force systems and their resultants; equilibrium of frames and machines, including internal forces and three-dimensional configurations; static friction; properties of surfaces, including first and second moments; hydrostatics; and minimum potential energy and stability. Prereq., PHYS 1110. Prereq. or coreq., APPM 2350. Same as GEEN 3851.

CVEN 3111 (3). Analytical Mechanics 2.
Examines vector treatment of dynamics of particles and rigid bodies including rectilinear translation, central-force, free and forced vibration, and general motion of particles; kinematics of rigid bodies; the inertia tensor; Euler's equations of motion; and energy and momentum methods for particles, systems of particles, and rigid bodies. Prereqs., CVEN 2121 and APPM 2360. Same as MCEN 3043.

CVEN 3161 (3). Mechanics of Materials 1.
Addresses concepts of stress and strain; material properties, axial loading, torsion, simple bending, and transverse shear; analysis of stress and strain; and deflections of beams. Includes selected experimental and computational laboratories. Prereq., CVEN 2121. Coreq., APPM 2360.

CVEN 4161 (3). Mechanics of Materials 2.
Focuses on concepts of triaxial stress and strain, equilibrium, kinematic relations, basic constitutive relations of engineering materials, strain energy, failure theories, thin and thick-walled cylinders, symmetric/nonsymmetric bending, torsion of thin-walled members, combined loading, buckling of columns, and elastic stability. Includes selected experimental and computational laboratories. Prereq., CVEN 3161.

CVEN 4511 (3). Introduction to Finite Element Analysis.
Systematic formulation of finite element approximation and isoparametric interpolation (weighted residual and energy methods, triangular and quadrilateral elements). Includes computation applications to the solution of one- and two-dimensional stress-deformation problems, steady and transient heat conduction, and viscous flow. Prereqs., CVEN 3161, 3525, and APPM 2360. Same as CVEN 5511.

CVEN 5111 (3). Structural Dynamics.
Introduces dynamic response of linear elastic single and multiple degree of freedom systems. Includes time and frequency domain analysis. Also analyzes building structures. Prereq., instructor consent.

CVEN 5131 (3). Continuum Mechanics and Elasticity.
Provides foundation for advanced study of structural and material behavior and continuum theories in mechanics. Topics include Cartesian tensors, elements of continuum mechanics, constitutive laws for elastic solids, energy principles, methods of potentials, formulations of 2D and 3D elastostatic problems, and general analytical and numerical solutions.

CVEN 5161 (3). Advanced Mechanics of Materials I.
Covers 3-D stress and strain, failure theories, torsion of open and noncircular sections, thick-wall pressure vessels, non-symmetric bending, shell in thin-walled sections, stability of frames and beam-column behavior.

CVEN 5511 (3). Introduction to Finite Element Analysis.
Prereq., graduate standing. Same as CVEN 4511.

CVEN 5831 (3). Special Topics.

CVEN 6161 (3). Advanced Mechanics of Materials 2.
Fundamentals of continuum mechanics, finite deformations, Lagrangian finite strains, Cauchy and Piola Kirchoff stress tensors, plasticity and thermo-elasticity, elements of damage mechanics, elements of fracture mechanics, rehological and visoelastic theories, and modern experimental techniques. Recommended prereq., CVEN 5161.

CVEN 7111 (3). Advanced Structural Dynamics.
Includes general vibrations of civil engineering structures and their response to various types of time-dependent loads. Prereq., CVEN 5111.

CVEN 7141 (3). Plates and Shells.
Teaches mathematical theories of plate and shell structures and their applications. Involves numerical finite element solutions of plates and shells of various shapes under static and dynamic loadings. Prereq., CVEN 5121 or 7131.

CVEN 7161 (3). Fracture Mechanics.
This course has three parts. The first covers fundamentals through rigorous mathematical formulations of linear and nonlinear elastic fracture mechanics. The second focuses on materials: theoretical strength, metals, granular materials, polymers, and steel. The third covers numerical (finite element) methods in fracture mechanics. Heavy emphasis is placed on project and independent work. Prereq., CVEN 5121.

CVEN 7511 (3). Computational Mechanics of Solids and Structures.
Looks at finite element methodology for geometric and material nonlinearities. Involves incremental formulations and iterative solution strategies for truly finite increments and quasistatic and dynamic applications to large deformation and inelastic problems. Prereqs., CVEN 5511 or 6525.

CVEN 2012 (3). Introduction to Geomatics.
Observes, analyzes, and presents basic linear, angular, area, and volume field measurements common to civil engineering endeavors with application of GPS and GIS technology. Prereq., APPM 1350 or equivalent.

CVEN 3022 (3). Construction Surveying.
Studies construction and highway surveying, horizontal and vertical curves, earthwork, and analysis of data. Prereq., CVEN 2012.

CVEN 3032 (3). Photogrammetry.
Familiarizes students with characteristics of aerial photographs. Measures and interprets aerial photos for planimetric, topographic, hydrological, soil, and land use surveys. Analyzes and presents field measurements over extensive reaches. Prereq., instructor consent.

CVEN 3602 (3). Transportation Systems.
Introduces technology, operating characteristics, and relative merits of highway, airway, waterway, railroad, pipeline, and conveyor transportation systems. Focuses on evaluation of urban transportation systems and recent transportation innovations.

CVEN 4822 (3). Geographical Information Systems for Civil and Environmental Systems.
Theory and use of geographical information systems in civil engineering, environmental studies, natural resources, and other related disciplines. Topics include spatial data models, data capture, global positioning system, database linkage, use in design, analysis and implementation. Laboratory work includes applications of ARC-VIEW and ARC-GIS software. Prereq., CVEN 2012 or instructor consent. Same as CVEN 5822.

CVEN 5822 (3). Geographical Information Systems for Civil and Environmental Systems.
Same as CVEN 4822.

CVEN 3313 (3). Theoretical Fluid Mechanics.
Basic principles of fluid mechanics. Covers fluid properties, hydrostatics, fluid flow concepts, including continuity, energy, momentum, boundary-layer theory, and flow in closed conduits. Prereq., CVEN 2121.

CVEN 3323 (3). Hydraulic Engineering.
Reviews basic fluid mechanics, incompressible flow in conduits, pipe system analysis and design, and dimensional analysis and similitude including design aspects, open channel flow, flow measurement, analysis and design of hydraulic machinery, and water resource engineering. Prereq., CVEN 3313.

CVEN 4323 (3). Water Resource Engineering Design.
Design of urban water supply, wastewater, and supply stormwater management system, with demand management as an option. Exploration of the feasibility of recycling and reuse of treated wastewater and stormwater. Prereqs., CVEN 3327 and 4147. Same as CVEN 5423.

CVEN 4333 (3). Engineering Hydrology.
Studies engineering applications of principles of hydrology, including hydrologic cycle, rainfall and runoff, groundwater, storm frequency and duration studies, stream hydrography, flood frequency, and flood routing. Prereqs., CVEN 3227 and 3323.

CVEN 4343 (3). Open Channel Hydraulics.
Studies flow in open channels, natural and constructed. Topics include application of energy equation and momentum relationships, tractive force on erodible boundaries, water surface profiles theory and calculations, and design of transitions. Prereq., CVEN 3313.

CVEN 4353 (3). Groundwater Engineering.
Studies the occurrence, movement, extraction for use, and quantity and quality aspects of groundwater. Introduces and uses basic concepts to solve engineering and geohydrologic problems. Prereq., CVEN 3313.

CVEN 5313 (3). Environmental Fluid Mechanics.
Analysis of viscous incompressible flows, with first-principle solutions for environmental fluid flows in oceans, rivers, lakes and the atmosphere. Topics include the Navier-Stokes equations, kinematics, vorticity dynamics, geophysical fluid dynamics, and density stratification. Prereqs., APPM 2350, 2360, CVEN 3313, or equivalents.

CVEN 5323 (3). Applied Stream Ecology.
Emphasizes the integration of hydrologic, chemical, and biological processes in controlling stream ecosystems at several spatial scales. Students apply ecosystem concepts to current environmental and water quality problems and learn field methods in field trips and a team project. Prereqs., general chemistry, physics. Recommended prereqs., hydrology, ecology, or environmental chemistry.

CVEN 5333 (3). Hydrology.
Prereq., instructor consent.

CVEN 5343 (3). Transport and Dispersion in Surface Water.
Studies transport and dispersion of introduced contaminants in turbulent surface water flows. Emphasizes developing a physical understanding of fluid processes responsible for turbulent dispersion. Includes analytical development, numerical modeling, and experimental approaches to the problem.

CVEN 5353 (3). Groundwater Hydrology.
Studies the occurrence, movement, extraction for use, and quantity and quality aspects of groundwater. Introduces and uses basic concepts to solve engineering and geohydrologic problems. Prereqs., CVEN 3313 and APPM 2360, or equivalent, or instructor consent.

CVEN 5363 (3). Modeling of Hydrologic Systems.
Introduces students to the techniques used in modeling various processes in the hydrologic cycle. Helps students develop numeric models and computer programs for use in conjunction with existing simulation modes such as HEC1 and HEC2 in a design project. Prereqs., CVEN 3313 and instructor consent.

CVEN 5373 (3). Water Law, Policy, and Institutions.
Discusses contemporary issues in water management based on legal doctrine. Identifies legal issues in water resources problems and discusses in close relationship with technical, economic, and political considerations. Prereq., senior or graduate standing.

CVEN 5383 (3). Applied Groundwater Modeling.
Studies mathematical and numerical techniques needed to develop models to solve problems in water flow and chemical transport in the saturated and unsaturated zones of aquifers. Not only emphasizes the learning of modeling techniques from fundamentals, but also the application of models and modeling methods to solve problems in groundwater engineering, geo-environmental engineering, hazardous waste management, aquifer remediation design, and aquifer clean-up. Prereqs., CVEN 5353, 5454 or equivalent, and APPM 2360 or equivalent.

CVEN 5393 (3). Water Resources Development and Management.
Explores the principles governing water resources planning and development. Emphasizes the sciences of water (physical, engineering, chemical, biological, and social) and their interrelationships. Prereq., senior or graduate standing. Same as ECON 6555.

CVEN 5423 (3). Water Resource Engineering Design.
Same as CVEN 4323.

CVEN 6323 (3). Urban Stormwater Infrastructure Systems.
Evaluation and design of more sustainable urban stormwater infrastructure systems including street inlets, on-line and off-line surface storage and infiltration systems. Integrated design for major, minor, and micro storms to provide flood control and drainage as well as control of pollution from stormwater runoff. Simulation and optimization models will be used.

CVEN 6333 (3). Introduction to Multi-Scale Variability and Scaling in Hydrology.
Provides a foundational physical understanding of channel networks, runoff, precipitation, and evapotranspiration at multiple spatial scales of drainage basins using modern analytical concepts for understanding non-linear phenomena, e.g., fractals, multifractals, statistical scaling, criticality, and renormalization. Prereq., CVEN 3313, 5333, 5454, and an upper-division course in probability, or equivalents.

CVEN 6383 (3). Flow and Transport through Porous Media.
Studies basic physics of flow and transport of water, air, and other fluid mixtures through a porous medium. Course topics are relevant to applications in contaminant hydrology, contaminant transport in aquifers, hazardous waste management, geohydrology, soil physics, and geoenvironmental engineering.

CVEN 6393 (1). Hydrologic Sciences and Water Resources Engineering Seminar.
Provides a broad introduction to a variety of research topics from hydrologic sciences and water resources engineering. Offered as a one-hour weekly seminar by the departmental water faculty, graduate students, and external speakers. Restricted to graduate students in engineering.

CVEN 3414 (3). Fundamentals of Environmental Engineering.
Introduces environmental protection legislation and various water, air, and hazardous waste problems. Stresses basic geochemical, ecological, mass conservation, and environmental chemistry concepts in relation to solving environmental engineering problems. Prereqs., CHEN 1211 and APPM 1360.

CVEN 3424 (3). Water and Wastewater Treatment.
Introduces design and operation of facilities for treatment of municipal water supplies and wastewater. Provides an engineering application of physical, chemical, and biological unit processes and operations for removal of impurities and pollutants. Involves an integrated design of whole treatment systems combining process elements. Prereq., CVEN 3414.

CVEN 3434 (3). Introduction to Applied Ecology.
Emphasizes the integration of physical, chemical, and biological processes in controlling terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. Ecosystem concepts are applied to current environmental and water quality problems. Includes field trips and a group project. Prereq., CHEM 1111 or CHEN 1211 and 1221. Same as ENVS 3434.

CVEN 3454 (4). Water Chemistry.
Introduces chemical fundamentals of inorganic aqueous compounds and contaminants in lecture and laboratory. Lecture topics include thermodynamics and kinetics of acids and bases, carbonate chemistry, air-water exchange, precipitation, dissolution, complexation, oxidation-reduction, and sorption. Laboratories illustrate concepts through examination of water quality of local waters. Prereqs., CHEN 1211 and CVEN 3414, or CHEM 1111 and 1131 for non-engineers.

CVEN 4424 (3). Environmental Organic Chemistry.
Examines the fundamental physical and chemical transformations affecting the fate and transport of organic contaminants in natural and treated waters. Emphasizes solubility, vapor pressure, air-water exchange, sorption, abiotic and biotic reactions, and photodegradation. Same as CVEN 5424.

CVEN 4434 (3). Environmental Engineering Design.
Examines the design of facilities for the treatment of municipal water and wastewater, hazardous industrial waste, contaminated environmental sites, and sustainable sanitation in developing countries. Economic, societal, and site specific criteria impacting designs are emphasized. Prereq., CVEN 3414. Restricted to seniors. Same as CVEN 5434.

CVEN 4474 (3). Hazardous and Industrial Waste Management.
Evaluates processes used for treatment of wastes requiring special handling and disposal: toxic organic chemicals, heavy metals, and acidic, caustic, and radioactive waste material. Discusses techniques for destruction, immobilization, and resource recovery and assessment of environmental impact of treatment process end products. Prereq., CVEN 3414. Same as CVEN 5474.

CVEN 4484 (3). Introduction to Environmental Microbiology.
Surveys microbiology topics germane to modern civil and environmental engineering. Provides fundamentals needed to understand microbial processes and ecology in engineered and natural systems and reviews applications emphasizing the interface between molecular biology and classical civil engineering. Prereq., CHEM 1211, CHEN 1221, APPM 1350, 1360, and 2350.

CVEN 4834 (1-3). Special Topics.
Prereq., instructor consent. May be repeated up to 12 total credit hours provided topics are different.

CVEN 5404 (3). Environmental Engineering Chemistry.
Comprehensively analyzes the chemistry of natural and polluted waters and the application to environmental engineering problems. Topics include energetic principles, chemical equilibrium, coordination chemistry, adsorption phenomena, solid phase interactions, redox phenomena, natural water models, metal pollution, dynamics in aquatic ecosystems, and biogeochemical and nutrient cycling. Uses computer simulations to illustrate more complex chemical systems. Prereqs., CVEN 3414 and 3424, or instructor consent.

CVEN 5414 (3). Water Chemistry Laboratory.
Uses experimental and analytical laboratory techniques to develop a better understanding of the concepts of aquatic chemistry and to investigate water chemistry in treated and natural water systems. Techniques include titration, spectrophotometry, gas chromatography, other advanced instrumentation, sampling, portable analyses, and basic statistics and experimental design. Course focuses on water chemistry of Boulder Creek and other local waters. Prereq., CVEN 5404 or GEOL 5280. Coreq., CVEN 5424.

CVEN 5424 (3). Environmental Organic Chemistry.
Same as CVEN 4424.

CVEN 5434 (3). Environmental Engineering Design.
Prereq., instructor consent. Recommended prereq., CVEN 5524, 5534, or 5474. Same as CVEN 4434.

CVEN 5454 (3). Quantitative Methods.
Introduces the use of digital simulation in the analysis of water resources and environmental systems. Develops computer programs for the simulation of reservoir operations, watershed runoff, stream quality, and lake quality, and uses existing software to analyze more complex problems. Prereq., instructor consent.

CVEN 5474 (3). Hazardous and Industrial Waste Management.
Same as CVEN 4474.

CVEN 5484 (3). Introduction to Environmental Microbiology.
Same as CVEN 4484.

CVEN 5494 (3). Surface Water Quality Modeling.
Examines the relationships among air, water, and land pollution, water quality, and beneficial uses. Using models, develops the ability to quantify and predict the impacts of pollutants in the aquatic environment, and to develop approaches to minimize unfavorable water quality conditions. Prereq., instructor consent.

CVEN 5514 (3). Bioremediation.
Advanced study on biological processes used to treat toxic organic and inorganic compounds contained in contaminated water, air, and soil; design and evaluation of in situ toxic compound biotransformation; fundaments of phytoremediation; critical reviews of current literature on bioremediation. Prereq., CVEN 4484 or 5484 or instructor consent. Recommended prereq., CVEN 5424.

CVEN 5524 (3). Drinking Water Treatment.
Provides advanced study on theory-of-treatment processes, including design and operation of municipal water supplies. Prereq., graduate standing or instructor consent.

CVEN 5534 (3). Wastewater Treatment.
Offers an advanced analysis of wastewater treatment systems; design and operation of treatment process reactors; factors affecting performance of facilities used for physical separation; and chemical and biological conversion of wastewater compounds, including nitrogen and phosphorus. Prereq., graduate standing or instructor consent.

CVEN 5544 (3). Solid Waste Management and Resource Recovery.
Covers the scope of the nonhazardous solid waste problem and regulations that drive its management; discussions of nonengineering factors that impact waste management and recycling; design of incinerators, composting facilities, and landfills used to treat and dispose of solid waste. Recommended prereq., CVEN 3414.

CVEN 5834 (1-3). Special Topics.

CVEN 6404 (3). Advanced Aquatic Chemistry.
Examines aquatic equilibria, corrosion, colloid and polymer chemistry, behavior of natural organic matter in engineered systems, and application of personal computers to model aquatic equilibria. Requires a term project. Prereq., CVEN 5402. Offered in the spring every other year.

CVEN 6414 (3). Aquatic Surfaces and Particles.
Examines the role of surfaces and particles in the fate and transport of contaminants in the aquatic environment. Emphasizes modeling of absorption, dissolution, precipitation, surface-catalyzed reactions, and coagulation and filtration kinetics. Prereqs., CVEN 5404 or GEOL 5280.

CVEN 6834 (1-3). Special Topics.

CVEN 3525 (3). Structural Analysis.
Studies structural analysis of statically determinate and indeterminate systems, deflections, energy methods, and force method. Prereq., CVEN 3161.

CVEN 4525 (3). Analysis of Framed Structures.
Studies matrix formulation of principles of structural analysis and development of direct stiffness and flexibility methods for analysis of frame and truss structures. Topics include support settlements, thermal loads, and energy formulations of force-displacement relationships. Prereq., CVEN 3525. Same as CVEN 5525.

CVEN 4545 (3). Steel Design.
Applies basic principles to design of steel structures; design of tension members, columns, beams, beam-columns, and connections; continuous beams and frames; and elastic and plastic design methods. One of three capstone courses available to civil engineering majors. Prereq., CVEN 3525.

CVEN 4555 (3). Reinforced Concrete Design.
Focuses on applications to the design of reinforced concrete structures, including design of beams, columns, and slabs; prestressed concrete; footings; continuous beams and frames; buildings; and bridges. One of three capstone courses available to civil engineering majors. Prereq., CVEN 3525.

CVEN 4565 (2). Timber Design.
Applies design methods to beams, columns, trusses, and connections using timber and glued, laminated members. Prereq. or coreq., CVEN 3525.

CVEN 5525 (3). Analysis of Framed Structures.
Same as CVEN 4525.

CVEN 5555 (3). Structural Reliability.
Explores principles and methods of structural reliability, and formulates bases for design to insure adequate safety and performance of elements and structural systems. Prereq., CVEN 3535, 4525, or instructor consent.

CVEN 5565 (3). Life-Cycle Engineering of Civil Infrastructure Systems.
Philosophical and analytical issues for lifetime design and operation of civil systems. Optimization tradeoffs of construction, management, and sustainability. Utility of operation and service, including present-value economic analysis. Decision-making alternatives of safety and performance, including hazards consideration. Recommended prereqs., CVEN 3535 and CVEN 3227 or equivalents.

CVEN 5575 (3). Advanced Topics in Steel Design.
Covers steel structure design and analysis. Includes plate girders, moment connections for beams, design of multistory frames, and other topics determined by class interest. Prereq., CVEN 4545 or equivalent.

CVEN 5585 (3). Advanced Topics in Reinforced Concrete Design.
Covers design and analysis topics for prestressed concrete and/or reinforced concrete structures. Includes review of the current ACI design code, slabs, prestressed concrete, seismic design, folded plates and shells, finite element analysis, and other topics determined by class interest. Prereq., CVEN 4555 or equivalent.

CVEN 5835 (3). Special Topics for Seniors/Grads.
Supervised study of special topics of interest to students under instructor guidance. Prereq., instructor consent.

CVEN 6525 (3). Finite Element Analysis of Structures.
Reviews membrane, plate, and shell elements; displacement and mixed models; Kirchoff and Mindlin bending formulations; and reduced integration techniques. Introduces nonlinear problems. Provides application to buckling and vibration of structures. Prereq., CVEN 4525 and instructor consent, or CVEN 5511.

CVEN 6595 (3). Earthquake Engineering.
Analyzes and designs structures for earthquake loadings. Gives attention to earthquake ground motions, attenuation laws, and seismic hazard analysis. Also involves numerical methods for time-domain and frequency-domain analysis, response of linear and nonlinear structures, elastic and inelastic response spectra, construction of design spectra, soil-structure interaction analysis, and seismic design methods and building code requirements. Prereq., CVEN 5111 or equivalent.

CVEN 7545 (3). Structural Optimization.
Studies fundamental propositions for the design of skeletal structures, automatic design of optimal structures, life-cycle cost design of deteriorating structures, problem-oriented computer languages, and linear and nonlinear programming methods for structural design. Prereq., CVEN 4525 or equivalent.

CVEN 7565 (3). Inelastic Theory of Structures.
Examines inelastic behavior of materials, including calculation of ultimate capacity of perfectly plastic structures by use of upper- and lower-bound theorems. Looks at theories of inelastic action as applied to structural design in steel and concrete and elements of theory of plasticity with applications in ultimate analysis of plates, shells, and continuous bodies. Prereq., CVEN 3505.

CVEN 7595 (3). Earthquake Engineering.
Analysis and design of structures for earthquake loadings. Earthquake ground motions, attenuation laws, and seismic hazard analysis. Numerical methods for time-domain and frequency-domain analysis response of linear and nonlinear structures. Elastic and inelastic response spectra, and construction of design spectra. Soil-structure interaction analysis. Seismic design methods and building code requirements. Prereq., CVEN 5111 or equivalent.

CVEN 3246 (3). Introduction to Construction.
Broad view of concerns, activities, and objectives of people involved in construction: the owner, architect/engineer, contractor, labor, and inspector. Interactive gaming situation relates these people to the construction contract, plans/specifications, estimates/bids, scheduling, law, and financial management. Prereq., junior level standing or instructor consent.

CVEN 3256 (3). Construction Equipment and Methods.
Integrated study of engineering economics, construction equipment and construction methods. Topics include the time value of money, equipment costs, equipment productivity, equipment selection and construction engineering design including concrete formwork, falsework, and temporary construction. Recommended prereq., CVEN 3246.

CVEN 4266 (3). Project Administration.
Comprehensively studies the administrative activities needed to manage modern construction projects. Emphasizes document control, shop drawing management, extra work order monitoring, and RFI procedures. Uses state-of-the-art construction contract management software. Develops negotiation and presentation skills through in-class exercises. Prereqs., CVEN 3246 and AREN 3406. Same as CVEN 5266.

CVEN 5206 (3). Design Development.
Investigates the interrelationship between design decisions and building costs, and the impact of each major building system and building trade on project budgets and schedules. Gives students the opportunity to prepare technical, marketing, and financial packages for investors as well as regulatory and financial institutions. Culminates with detailed presentations of student-developed project prospectuses. Prereqs., AREN 3406, 4416, CVEN 3246,246 and 5236, as well as instructor consent.

CVEN 5216 (3). Applied Construction Financial Management.
Interpreting commonly used financial reports in the construction engineering industry sector will be taught. Skills developed in this course will better prepare students to become competent consumers of financial information utilizing the same to influence future results the construction business. Models for financing public and private sector projects will also be explored.

CVEN 5226 (3). Quality and Safety.
Comprehensively studies quality and safety for construction projects. Extensively reviews OSHA regulations and industry safety programs and the legal and economic ramifications of a safe construction site. Thoroughly reviews quality control and quality assurance topics, including organizations, measurement, and procedures. Briefly reviews ISO 9000 impact on construction projects.

CVEN 5236 (3). Construction Planning and Scheduling.
Comprehensively studies construction management including the contractor's role in preconstruction and construction activities; and the particular application of CPM techniques to the planning, scheduling, and control of a construction project. Applies the techniques of the course to a term project.

CVEN 5246 (3). Legal Aspects of Construction.
Applies law in engineering practice; contracts, construction contract documents, construction specification writing, agency, partnership, and property; types of construction contracts; and legal responsibilities and ethical requirements of the professional engineer. Prereq., graduate standing or instructor consent. Same as CVEN 4087.

CVEN 5256 (3). Strategic Issues in Construction.
Studies and analyzes construction top- and upper- middle management responsibilities, particularly relating to union craft labor, on- and off-site production and workmanship, construction financing, total quality management, value engineering, disputes and claims, and engineering technology. Stresses investigations to improve construction management efficiency. Prereq., graduate standing or instructor consent.

CVEN 5266 (3). Project Administration.
Prereqs., CVEN 3246 and AREN 3406. Same as CVEN 4266.

CVEN 5276 (3). Engineering Risk and Decision Analysis.
Acquaints students with the fundamental principles and techniques of risk and decision analysis. Oriented toward project-level decisions in which risk or uncertainty plays a central role. Introduces students to Monte Carlo analyses, influence diagrams, and various types of multicriteria decision analyses. Culminates in a larger term project. Recommended prereq., CVEN 3227.

CVEN 5286 (3). Design Construction Operations.
Considers topics associated with the effective and efficient design of construction operations. Topics include construction productivity measurement systems, methods improvement, and short interval scheduling. Introduces and applies several computer-based simulation techniques to real-world problems. Concludes with a discussion of quality control and quality assurance emphasizing statistical QC procedures. Prereq., graduate standing or instructor consent.

CVEN 5296 (3). Construction Engineering 2.
Provides an advanced study of the application and analysis of construction equipment and methods. Topics include drilling, blasting, tunneling, dewatering foundations, earthmoving, and safety. Applicable to both building and public works construction. Prereq., graduate standing or instructor consent.

CVEN 5306 (3). Building Reuse and Retrofit.
Explores the issue that the building industry in the 21st century will be dominated by reuse and retrofit of existing structures. Analyzes the financial, marketing, design, and construction aspects of retrofitting U.S. building stocks such as the Empire State Building and the Seattle Kingdome. Develops and evaluates appropriate reuse and retrofit schemes through student teamwork. Prereqs., AREN 3406 and CVEN 3246. Same as AREN 4417.

CVEN 5316 (3). Applied Construction Engineering Financial Management.
Exploration of common financial techniques utilized to manage construction engineering organizations. Students will develop knowledge required to interpret common financial reports, monitor business performance and the ability to influence and forecast future results. Models will also be explored for financing public and private projects. Prereq., CVEN 3246. Restricted to graduate students or instructor consent.

CVEN 5326 (3). Construction Project Controls.
Examines tools and techniques employed to control design processes and construction operations. Students apply advanced scheduling and estimating techniques, culminating in the concept of earned value project management. Introduces high tech project control tools. Recommended prereqs., AREN 4416 and 4466.

CVEN 5336 (3). Construction Project Delivery.
Analysis of construction project delivery, including traditional, design-build, construction management, and multiple prime contractors. Related contractual issues and associated financing are also covered. Focuses on the owner's role in the construction process. Recommended prereqs., AREN 4416 and CVEN 4087.

CVEN 5836 (1-3). Special Topics for Seniors/Grads.
Supervised study of special topics of interest to students under instructor guidance. May be repeated up to 6 total credit hours. Prereq., Instructor consent.

CVEN 7206 (1). CEM PhD Seminar.
Examines emerging research in construction engineering and management. Students will consider and comment on research methods and designs based on their own work and that of CU faculty and other leading researchers. Aims to make CEM PhD students better researchers and evaluators of research methods and processes.

CVEN 1317 (1). Introduction to Civil and Environmental Engineering.
Surveys the broad subject of civil and environmental engineering and professional practice. Includes the subdisciplines of structures, water resources, geotechnics, transportation, environment, and construction. Discusses professional ethics, important skills for engineers, and the engineering design process as it fulfills multiple objectives.

CVEN 3227 (3). Probability, Statistics and Decision.
Introduces uncertainty based analysis concepts and applications in the planning and design of civil engineering systems emphasizing probabilistic, statistics, and design concepts and methods. Prereqs., APPM 2360, junior standing.

CVEN 4087 (3). Engineering Contracts.
Applies law in engineering practice: contracts, construction contract documents, construction specification writing, agency, partnership, and property; types of construction contract; and legal responsibilities and ethical requirements of the professional engineer. Prereq., senior standing in civil or architectural engineering or instructor consent.

CVEN 4147 (3). Engineering Economy and System Design.
Theory and application of the principles of engineering economics, and classical and metaheuristic optimization techniques for evaluating problems in civil and environmental engineering. Prereq., senior standing. Same as CVEN 5147.

CVEN 4537 (3). Numerical Methods in Civil Engineering.
Introduces the use of numerical methods in the solution of civil engineering problems, emphasizing obtaining solutions with high-speed electronic computers. Applies methods to all types of civil engineering problems. Prereq., senior standing. Same as CVEN 5537.

CVEN 4837 (1-3). Special Topics.
Prereqs., GEEN 1300, or CSCI 1700 and GEEN 1017.

CVEN 5147 (3). Engineering Economics and System Design.
Same as CVEN 4147.

CVEN 5537 (3). Numerical Methods in Civil Engineering.
Prereq., graduate standing. Same as CVEN 4537.

CVEN 5837 (3). Special Topics for Seniors/Grads.
Supervised study of special topics of interest to students under instructor guidance. Prereq., instructor consent.

CVEN 3698 (3). Engineering Geology.
Highlights the role of geology in engineering minerals; rocks; surficial deposits; rocks and soils as engineering materials; distribution of rocks at and below the surface; hydrologic influences; geologic exploration of engineering sites; mapping; and geology of underground excavations, slopes, reservoirs, and dam sites. Includes a field trip.

CVEN 3708 (3). Geotechnical Engineering 1.
Studies basic characteristics of geological materials; soil and rock classifications; physical, mechanical, and hydraulic properties; the effective stress principle; soil and rock improvement; seepage, consolidation; stress distribution; and settlement analysis. Selected experimental and computational laboratories. Prereq., CVEN 3161.

CVEN 3718 (3). Geotechnical Engineering 2.
Discusses shear strength, bearing capacity, lateral earth pressures, slope stability, and underground construction. Analyzes and looks at the design of shallow and deep foundations, retaining walls, tunnels, and other earth and rock structures. Selected experimental and computational laboratories. Prereq., CVEN 3708.

CVEN 4718 (3). Mechanics and Dynamics of Glaciers.
Development of a quantitative physical basis for understanding the functions of snow, ice, and glaciers in the environment, with emphasis on developing an understanding of continuum mechanics and thermodynamics and their application to Earth systems. Prereqs., 3 semesters of calculus, differential equations, thermodynamics, computer programming experience. Recommended prereqs., partial differential equations, linear algebra. Same as CVEN 5718.

CVEN 4728 (3). Foundation Engineering.
Focuses on geotechnical design of shallow and deep foundations, including spread footings, mats, driven piles, and drilled piers. Coverage includes bearing capacity, settlement, group effects, and lateral load capacity of the various foundation types. Additional topics include subsurface exploration, construction of deep foundations, and analysis of pile behavior using wave equation and dynamic monitoring methods. Prereqs., CVEN 3718 or instructor consent. Same as CVEN 5728.

CVEN 4878 (1-3). Independent Study.
Involves an independent, in-depth study, research, or design in a selected area of civil or environmental engineering. Offerings are coordinated with individual faculty. Students should consult the Department of Civil, Environmental, and Architectural Engineering. Numbered CVEN 4840 through CVEN 4878.

CVEN 5678 (3). Soil Improvement and Reinforcement.
Provides students with principles and working knowledge of design and construction procedures in soil stabilization, retaining structures, geosynthetics, and soil reinforcement. Prereq., CVEN 3718 or instructor consent.

CVEN 5688 (3). Environmental Geotechnics.
Provides an understanding of the use of geotechnical concepts in the analysis and design of environmental systems. Focus is placed on the evaluation of waste containment facilities. Covers relevant aspects of mining geotechnics and remediation technologies of contaminated sites.

CVEN 5708 (3). Soil Mechanics.
Offers an advanced course in principles of soil mechanics. Coverage includes topics in continuum mechanics; elasticity, viscoelasticity, and plasticity theories applied to soils; the effective stress principle; consolidation; shear strength; critical state concepts; and constitutive, numerical, and centrifuge modeling. Prereq., CVEN 3718.

CVEN 5718 (3). Mechanics and Dynamics of Glaciers.
Same as CVEN 4718.

CVEN 5728 (3). Foundation Engineering.
Same as CVEN 4728.

CVEN 5738 (3). Applied Geotechnical Analysis.
Studies applications of limiting equilibrium and limit plasticity analysis methods to stability problems in geotechnical engineering, such as slopes, lateral earth pressures on retaining structures, and bearing capacities of foundations. Also includes elastic and consolidation analysis of deformations in soil structures. Prereq., CVEN 5708 or instructor consent.

CVEN 5748 (3). Design of Earth Structures.
Covers theory, design, and construction of earth embankments and waste facilities, including isolation systems. Uses published data, field exploration, and laboratory tests on soils and rock in investigating foundations and construction materials. Involves principles of compaction and settlement, permeability analysis, landslide recognition and control, use of composite clay, and liner systems. Prereq., CVEN 5708 or instructor consent.

CVEN 5758 (3). Flow Processes in Soils.
Examines fundamental principles of flow through porous media and related engineering problems. Topics include the saturated seepage theory and flow nets; the unsaturated flow theory; suction-saturation and saturation-hydraulic conductivity relationships; nonlinear finite strain consolidation and desiccation theory; laboratory and field testing methods for determining material characteristics; and numerical models for flow-related engineering problems. Prereq., CVEN 3718 or instructor consent.

CVEN 5768 (3). Introduction to Rock Mechanics.
Nature of rocks and rock masses; index properties rock and rock mass classifications, deformability and strength, rock hydraulics, mechanical behavior of planes of weakness in rock. Laboratory and situ testing. Prereqs., CVEN 3708 and 3718, or instructor consent.

CVEN 5778 (3). Applied Rock Mechanics.
Studies in situ stresses in rocks and their measurement with application of rock mechanics to rock slope engineering, engineering for underground openings and foundation engineering, and numerical methods in rock mechanics. Prereq., CVEN 5768.

CVEN 5788 (3). Computational Mechanics for Geomaterials.
Covers constitutive modeling for geomaterials, finite element implementation of constitutive models, and coupled colod-fluid mechanical governing equations for inelastic porous media. Considers transient and steady state conditions. Analyzes geotechnical, geological, structural, and other related modern engineering problems. Uses general purpose finite element software program for implementation and analysis. Prereqs., CVEN 5511 or ASEN 5007, and CVEN 5131 or MCEN 5023 or instructor consent.

CVEN 5798 (3). Dynamics of Soils and Foundations.
Examines the behavior of soils and foundations subjected to self-excited vibrations and earthquake ground motions. Looks at principles of wave propagation in geologic media; in situ and laboratory determination of engineering properties for dynamic analysis; and applications of these principles and properties in design and analysis of foundations and earth structures subjected to dynamic loading. Prereq., CVEN 5708 or instructor consent.

CVEN 7718 (3). Engineering Properties of Soils.
Considers constitutive behavior of cohesive and cohesionless soils including stress-strain, strength, pore water pressure, and volume change behavior under drained and undrained loading conditions. Also includes linear and nonlinear analysis techniques and determination of constitutive properties in the laboratory. Prereq., CVEN 5708 or instructor consent.

CVEN 7788 (3). Soil Behavior.
Topics include soil mineralogy, formation of soils through sedimentary processes and weathering, determination of soil composition, soil water, colloidal phenomena in soils, fabric property relationships, analysis of mechanical behavior including compressibility, strength and deformation, and conduction phenomena in terms of physicochemical principles. Involves applications for stabilization and improvement of soils, and disposal of waste materials. Prereq., CVEN 3718 or instructor consent.

CVEN 4039 (1). Senior Seminar.
Lecture series by outstanding university faculty members in the humanities and eminent professional engineers in special fields of practice, particularly on subjects with new developments. The EIT examination is required for successful completion of this course. Prereq., senior standing.

CVEN 4839 (3-6). Special Topics for Seniors.
Offers a supervised study of special topics, under instructor guidance. Prereq., instructor consent.

CVEN 5849 (1-6). Independent Study.
Available only through approval of graduate advisor. Subject arranged to fit needs of student. May be repeated up to 6 total credit hours.

CSCI 1000 (1). Computer Science as a Field of Work and Study.
Introduces curriculum, learning techniques, time management and career opportunities in Computer Science. Includes presentations from alumni and others with relevant educational and professional experience.

CSCI 1200 (4). Introduction to Computing.
Presents an introduction to various uses of computers, including text processing, communication, spreadsheets, and database systems as well as an introduction to computer programming.

CSCI 1220 (4). Virtual Worlds: An Introduction to Computer Science.
Introduces the fundamental principles of computer science using an on-line virtual world called Second Life as the "laboratory" for the course. Students will learn how to program by creating objects of interest in Second Life. In-class and in-world discussions and readings will introduce the student to important ideas and concepts that shape the field of computer science. Same as ATLS 1220.

CSCI 1240 (3). The Computational World.
Introduces and explores the "computational style of thinking" and its influence in science, mathematics, engineering and the arts. The course does not focus on the nuts and bolts of any particular programming language, but rather on the way in which computing has affected human culture and thought in the past half century. Same as ATLS 1240.

CSCI 1300 (4). Computer Science 1: Programming.
Instructs students in analyzing problems and synthesizing programs for the solution, emphasizing good engineering practices for program construction, documentation, testing, and debugging. Uses C++ for programming projects.

CSCI 2270 (4). Computer Science 2: Data Structures.
Studies data abstractions (e.g., stacks, queues, lists, trees) and their representation techniques (e.g., linking, arrays). Introduces concepts used in algorithm design and analysis including criteria for selecting data structures to fit their applications. Prereqs., CSCI 1300, and APPM 1350, or Math 1300.

CSCI 2830 (1-3). Special Topics in Computer Science.
Covers topics of interest in computer science at the sophomore level. Content varies from semester to semester. Prereq., instructor consent.

CSCI 2900 (1-3). Lower Division, Undergraduate Level Independent Study.
Offers selected topics at the elementary level for students with little or no previous computing experience.

CSCI 4000 (3). Entrepreneurship in Computing.
Taught by an experienced entrepreneur. Examines the development of new venture creation from the entrepreneur's perspective. Provides an understanding of the entire process including opportunity identification, feasibility study, fundraising, organization, team creation, and exit strategies through case studies, oral and written presentations, and outside speakers. Prereq., CSCI 2270. Restricted to juniors/seniors.

CSCI 4830 (3). Special Topics in Computer Science.
Covers topics of interest in computer science at the senior undergraduate level. Content varies from semester to semester. Prereq., instructor consent.

CSCI 4900 (1-6). Upper Division, Undergraduate Level Independent Study.
Provides opportunities for independent study at the upper-division undergraduate level. Students work on a small research problem or tutor lower-division computer science students. Prereq., CSCI 1200 or 1300.

CSCI 4950 (2-4). Senior Thesis.
Provides an opportunity for senior computer science majors to conduct exploratory research in computer science. May be repeated up to 8 total credit hours. Prereqs., CSCI Foundation and Core and WRTG 3030. Restricted to seniors.

CSCI 5900 (1-6). Master's Level Independent Study.
Provides opportunities for independent study at the master's level.

CSCI 6800 (3). Master of Engineering Project.
Students seeking the master of engineering degree must complete a creative investigation project, including a written report, supervised by a member of the graduate faculty. Prereq., completion of 21 hours towards the ME degree.

CSCI 6940 (3). Master's Degree Candidacy.
For students who need to be registered for the purpose of taking the master's comprehensive exam and who are not otherwise registered. Credit does not count toward degree requirements. Graded on a pass/fail basis.

CSCI 6950 (4-6). Master's Thesis.

CSCI 7000 (1-4). Current Topics in Computer Science.
Covers research topics of current interest in computer science that do not fall into a standard subarea. May be repeated up to 8 total credit hours. Prereq., instructor consent.

CSCI 7900 (1-6). Doctoral Level Independent Study.
For doctoral students.

CSCI 8990 (1-10). Doctoral Dissertation.
Investigates some specialized field of computer science. Approved and supervised by faculty members.

CSCI 5551 (3). Parallel Processing.
Examines a range of topics involved in using parallel operations to improve computational performance. Discusses parallel architectures, parallel algorithms and parallel programming languages. Architectures covered include vector computers, multiprocessors, network computers, and data flow machines. Prereq., background in computer organization, introduction to programming languages, elementary numerical analysis, ECEN 4593 and CSCI 3656, or instructor consent. Same as ECEN 5553.

CSCI 7111 (3). Topics in Parallel Processing.
Content varies, but subjects include parallel machine architecture, parallel algorithms, languages for parallel computation, and applications. Takes subject matter from current research. Prereq., instructor consent.

CSCI 3112 (1-3). Digital and Social Systems Professional Development.
Supports students in developing professional skills and practices in human computer interaction, design of interactive systems, computer supported cooperative work, computer supported collaborative learning, educational technology, tools that support creativity, user-developed knowledge collections, and gaming. May be repeated up to 10 total credit hours. Same as ATLS 3112.

CSCI 3202 (3). Introduction to Artificial Intelligence.
Surveys artificial intelligence techniques of knowledge representation, search, learning, and natural language processing. Introduces artificial intelligence programming in Lisp. Prereq., CSCI 2270.

CSCI 3702 (). Cognitive Science.
Introduces cognitive science, drawing from psychology, philosophy, artificial intelligence, neuroscience, and linguistics. Studies the linguistic relativity hypothesis, consciousness, categorization, linguistic rules, the mind-body problem, nature versus nurture, conceptual structure and metaphor, logic/problem solving, and judgment. Emphasizes the nature, implications, and limitations of the computational model of mind. Prereqs., two of the following: PSYC 2145, LING 2000, CSCI 1300, and PHIL 2440. Same as LING 3005, PHIL 3310, and PSYC 3005.

CSCI 4202 (3). Artificial Intelligence 2.
Second course in artificial intelligence. Topics may vary, but typically cover neural networks, natural language processing, and artificial life. Prereq., CSCI 3202 or instructor consent.

CSCI 4312 (3). Medical Informatics.
Teaches essential skills necessary for developing usable assistive and performance support systems, which include consideration of the academic and professional interdisciplinary issues that govern the work. An overview of ongoing and emerging topics in medical informatics will presented. Prereq., CSCI 2270. Recommended prereq., CSCI 3002. Same as CSCI 5312.

CSCI 4342 (3). Groupware and Workflow Systems.
Supports students in developing professional skills and knowledge concerning the use of computer technologies to support collaborative activities. Also covers the impact of digital collaboration technologies on users, groups, organizations and society. Students will gain practical experience with Business Process Management, and the use of Workflow Management Systems. Same as CSCI 5342.

CSCI 5342 (3). Groupware and Workflow Systems.
Same as CSCI 4342.

CSCI 5582 (3). Artificial Intelligence.
Surveys artificial intelligence methods, theories, and applications. Studies the relationship between artificial intelligence and psychology, linguistics, and philosophy. Introduces artificial intelligence programming. Prereq., CSCI 3155 or equivalent. Same as ECEN 5583.

CSCI 5622 (3). Machine Learning.
Trains students to build computer systems that learn from experience. Includes the three main subfields: supervised learning, reinforcement learning and unsupervised learning. Emphasizes practical and theoretical understanding of the most widely used algorithms (neural networks, decision trees, support vector machines, Q-learning). Covers connections to data mining and statistical modeling. A strong foundation in probability, statistics, multivariate calculus, and linear algebra is highly recommended. Prereq., graduate standing or instructor consent.

CSCI 5722 (3). Computer Vision.
Explores algorithms that can extract information about the world from images or sequences of images. Topics covered include: imaging models and camera calibration, early vision (filters, edges, texture, stereo, optical flow), mid-level vision (segmentation, tracking), vision-based control, and object recognition. Recommended prereq., probability, multivariate calculus, and linear algebra.

CSCI 5782 (1). Survey of Cognitive Science.
Class led by a different faculty member of the Institute of Cognitive Science each week. Introduces graduate students to research in cognitive science currently underway within the institute. Prereq., graduate standing or instructor consent.

CSCI 5832 (3). Natural Language Processing.
Explores the field of natural language processing as it is concerned with the theoretical and practical issues that arise in getting computers to perform useful and interesting tasks with natural language. Covers the problems of understanding complex language phenomena and building practical programs. Prereq., graduate standing or instructor consent. Same as LING 5832.

CSCI 6302 (3). Speech Recognition and Synthesis.
Introduction to automatic speech recognition and understanding, conversational agents, dialogue systems, and speech synthesis/text-to-speech. Topics include the noisy channel model, Hidden Markov Models, A* and Viterbi decoding, language modeling (N-grams, entropy), concatenative synthesis, text normalization, dialogue and conversation modeling. Prereqs., CSCI 5582 or 5832, or LING 5200, and graduate standing or instructor consent.

CSCI 6402 (3). Issues and Methods in Cognitive Science.
Interdisciplinary introduction to cognitive science, examining ideas from cognitive psychology, philosophy, education, and linguistics via computational modeling and psychological experimentation. Includes philosophy of mind; learning; categorization; vision and mental imagery; consciousness; problem solving; decision making, and game-theory; language processing; connectionism. Prereqs., graduate standing, or at least one course at the 3000-level or higher in computer science, linguistics, philosophy, or psychology. No background in computer science will be presumed. Same as EDUC 6504, LING 6200, PHIL 6310, and PSYC 6200.

CSCI 6622 (3). Advanced Machine Learning.
Covers advanced theoretical and practical topics in machine learning and latest developments in the field. Students conduct original research, either applied or theoretical, and present their results. Prereq., CSCI 5622 or instructor consent.

CSCI 7212 (3). Topics in Symbolic Artificial Intelligence.
Topics vary from year to year. Possible topics include search; knowledge representation and natural language understanding; deduction, planning, problem solving, and automatic programming; instruction and cognitive models; vision and speech; and learning, induction, and concept formation. Prereq., CSCI 5582 or instructor consent.

CSCI 7222 (3). Topics in Nonsymbolic Artificial Intelligence.
Topics vary from year to year. Possible topics include human and machine vision, signal and speech processing, artificial life, mathematical foundations of connectionism, and computational learning theory. Prereq., CSCI 5622 or instructor consent.

CSCI 7412 (2). Cognitive Science Research Practicum.
Independent, interdisciplinary research project in pursuing a joint PhD in an approved core discipline and cognitive science. Research projects integrate at least two areas within the cognitive sciences: psychology, computer science, linguistics, education, philosophy. Students need commitments from two mentors for their project. Prereq., CSCI 6402 or EDUC 6504 or LING 6200 or PHIL 6310 or PSYC 6200. Recommended prereq., CSCI 7762 or EDUC 6505 or LING 7762 or PSYC 7765. Same as PSYC 7415, LING 7415, and EDUC 6506. EDUC 6506.

CSCI 7422 (2). Cognitive Science Research Practicum 2.
Independent, interdisciplinary research project in cognitive science for advanced graduate students pursuing a joint PhD in an approved core discipline and cognitive science. Research projects integrate at least two areas within the cognitive sciences: psychology, computer science, linguistics, education, philosophy. Students need commitments from two mentors for their project. Prereq., LING 7415 or PSCY 7415 or CSCI 7412 or EDUC 6506. Same as PSYC 7425, LING 7425, and EDUC 6516.

CSCI 7762 (1-2). Readings and Research in Cognitive Science.
Interdisciplinary reading of innovative theories and methodologies of cognitive science. Participants share interdisciplinary perspectives through in-class and online discussion and analysis of controversial texts and of their own research in cognitive science. Required for joint PhD in cognitive science. Prereq., graduate standing. Same as EDUC 6505, LING 7762, and PSYC 7765.

CSCI 7772 (1-2). Topics in Cognitive Science.
Reading of interdisciplinary innovative theories and methodologies of cognitive science. Students participate in the ICS Distinguished Speakers series that hosts internationally recognized cognitive scientists who share and discuss their current research. Session discussions include analysis of leading edge and controversial new approaches in cognitive science. Restricted to students enrolled in ICS Cognitive Science Academic Programs. Same as LING 7775, PSYC 7775, EDUC 7775 and SLHS 7775.

CSCI 7782 (3). Topics in Cognitive Science.
Addresses a different set of one to three topics each year. For each topic, one or two faculty members of the Institute of Cognitive Science present background material and current research. Prereq., graduate standing or instructor consent.

CSCI 3753 (4). Operating Systems.
For computer science majors. Examines software comprising computing systems as it builds upon hardware to provide a programming environment. Looks at structure and function of editors, compilers/assemblers, linkers, etc. Basic operating systems concepts and systems programming in high-level languages. Prereqs., CSCI 2270 and ECEN 2120.

CSCI 4113 (3). UNIX System Administration.
Introduces the internals of UNIX, trouble shooting system and network problems, hardware and software configuration and installation, and security aspects of hosts on the Internet. Offers students hands-on experience on dedicated laboratory workstations. Prereqs., CSCI 2270 or instructor consent. Recommended prereq., CSCI 3308.

CSCI 4273 (3). Network Systems.
An applied programming course focusing on design and implementation of network programs and systems, including topics in network protocols, file transfer, client-server computing, remote procedure call, and other contemporary network system design and programming techniques. Prereqs., CSCI 3753 or equivalent; familiarity with C and UNIX. Same as CSCI 5273.

CSCI 4473 (3). Network Security.
Explores cryptographic methods applied to computer networks. Investigates existing security protocols and their underlying principles. Prereq., CSCI 3104. Recommended prereq., CSCI 4273.

CSCI 4593 (3). Computer Organization.
Studies computer design at the gate level. Discusses microprogrammed and hardwired control units, memory design, arithmetic and logic unit, I/O, and peripheral devices. Briefly covers aspects of modern computer architecture, such as parallel processing and reduced instruction set computers. Prereqs., ECEN 2120 and 3100. Same as ECEN 4593.

CSCI 4753 (3). Computer Performance Modeling.
Presents a broad range of system measurement and modeling techniques, emphasizing applications to computer systems. Topics include system measurement, work load characterization, and analysis of data; design of experiments; simulation; and queuing theory and queuing network models. Prereq., CSCI 3753 or equivalent, and second-semester calculus. Recommended prereq., a course in statistics. Same as CSCI 5753 and ECEN 4753/5753.

CSCI 5273 (3). Network Systems.
Same as CSCI 4273.

CSCI 5473 (3). Applied Operating Systems.
Examines design and implementation of contemporary operating systems. Significant laboratory component applies practice with OS use, analysis, and internal design. Topics include OS organization and structure, process and thread management, memory management, file management, device management, network and distributed systems, and modern runtime systems. Prereq., two years programming and instructor consent.

CSCI 5513 (3). Real-Time Hardware-Software System Design.
Centers on the design and use of real-time computer systems. Gives special attention to the design, implementation, and testing of concurrent high-level language software in real-time applications. Treats the design of computer/process interfacing systems in the context of representative real-time applications. Reinforces concepts developed during the lecture portion of the class with practical experience in the real-time computing laboratory. Prereqs., ECEN 4593 and experience in programming sequential C or PASCAL. Same as ECEN 5513.

CSCI 5573 (3). Advanced Operating Systems.
Intended to create a foundation for operating systems research or advanced professional practice. Examines the design and implementation of a number of research and commercial operating systems and their components, system organization and structure, threads, communication and synchronization, virtual memory, distribution, file systems, security and authentication, availability, and Internet services. Prereqs., CSCI 3753, 4593, equivalent undergraduate coursework in operating systems and computer architecture, or instructor consent.

CSCI 5593 (3). Advanced Computer Architecture.
Provides a broad-scope treatment of important concepts in the design and implementation of high-performance computer systems. Discusses important issues in the pipelining of a machine and the design of cache memory systems. Also studies current and historically important computer architectures. Prereq., ECEN 4593 or instructor consent. Same as ECEN 5593.

CSCI 5673 (3). Distributed Systems.
Examines systems that span multiple autonomous computers. Topics include system structuring techniques, scalability, heterogeneity, fault tolerance, load sharing, distributed file and information systems, naming, directory services, resource discovery, resource and network management, security, privacy, ethics, and social issues. Recommended prereqs., CSCI 5573 or a course in computer networks. Same as ECEN 5673.

CSCI 5753 (3). Computer Performance Modeling.
Same as CSCI 4753.

CSCI 7123 (3). Topics in Operating Systems.
Topics selected by instructor. Possible topics are system design, measurement and evaluation, simulation, mathematical modeling, and parallelism. Prereq., CSCI 5573.

CSCI 7143 (3). Topics in Computer Systems.
Topics selected by instructor. Possible topics are online systems, multiprocessing, microprogramming, architecture, data communications, and computing networks. May be repeated up to 6 total credit hours. Instructor consent required.

CSCI 2824 (3). Discrete Structures.
Covers foundational materials for computer science that is often assumed in advanced courses. Topics include set theory. Boolean algebra, functions and relations, graphs, propositional and predicate calculus, proofs, mathematical induction, recurrence relations, combinatorics, discrete probability. Focuses on examples based on diverse applications of computer science. Prereq., CSCI 2270.

CSCI 3104 (4). Algorithms.
Advanced data structures, computational geometry, cryptography, dynamic programming, greedy algorithms, divide-and-conquer, graph algorithms (e.g., depth-first search), network algorithms (e.g., shortest paths), approximation algorithms. Prereqs., CSCI 2270 and two semesters of calculus.

CSCI 3434 (3). Theory of Computation.
Introduces the foundations of formal language theory, computability, and complexity. Shows relationship between automata and various classes of languages. Addresses the issue of which problems can be solved by computational means, and studies complexity of solutions. Prereq., CSCI 3104 and 3155.

CSCI 4314 (3). Algorithms for Molecular Biology.
Surveys combinatorial algorithms used to understand DNA, RNA, and proteins. Introduces students to methods used to process genomic data. Topics covered include a review of algorithms and molecular biology, sequence analysis, RNA and protein structure analysis, and comparative genomics. Students will get hands-on experience processing recent genomic data. Prereqs., CSCI 2270 and CSCI 3104, or CHEM 4711, or MCDB 3500 or IPHY 4200. Same as CSCI 5314.

CSCI 5314 (3). Algorithms for Molecular Biology.
Same as CSCI 4314.

CSCI 5444 (3). Introduction to Theory of Computation.
Reviews regular expressions and finite automata. Studies Turing machines and equivalent models of computation, the Chomsky hierarchy, context-free grammars, push-down automata, and computability.

CSCI 5454 (3). Design and Analysis of Algorithms.
Techniques for algorithm design, analysis of correctness and efficiency; divide and conquer, dynamic programming, etc. Advanced data structures, algorithms in graph theory, geometry, VLSI, linear algebra, etc. Lower bounds, NP-completeness, intractability. Prereqs., CSCI 2270 or equivalent.

CSCI 5654 (3). Linear Programming.
Presents algorithms, simplex, and modifications. Examines theory---duality and complementary slackness. Involves network flow algorithms. Introduces integer programming. Prereq., linear algebra.

CSCI 5714 (3). Formal Languages.
Explores context-free languages: pumping lemma and variants, closure properties, and decision properties. Involves parsing algorithms, including general and special languages, e.g., LR. Additional topics chosen by instructor. Prereq., CSCI 5444 or instructor consent.

CSCI 6454 (3). Advanced Algorithms.
Topics include matching and network flows, matroids, computational geometry, parallel computation (PRAM, hypercube, mesh). Also includes VLSI, database theory, distributed computation, cryptography, robotics, scheduling, probabilistic algorithms, approximation algorithms, average case, and amortized analysis, time permitting. Prereq., CSCI 5454.

CSCI 7154 (3). Topics in Theory of Computation.
Selected topics of current interest in theory of computation. Prereq., instructor consent.

CSCI 3155 (4). Principles of Programming Languages.
Study fundamental concepts on which programming of languages are based, and execution models supporting them. Topics include values, variables, bindings, type systems, control structures, exceptions, concurrency, and modularity. Learn how to select a language and to adapt to a new language. Prereqs., CSCI 2270 and ECEN 2120.

CSCI 4555 (3). Introduction to Compiler Construction.
Introduces the basic techniques used in translating programming languages: scanning, parsing, definition table management, operator identification and coercion, code selection and register allocation, error recovery. Students build a complete compiler for a simple language. Prereq., ECEN 2120. Same as ECEN 4553.

CSCI 5525 (3). Compiler Construction Tools.
Offers practical experience using state-of-the-art CAD tools on high-performance workstations. Provides skills needed to rapidly create little languages for specific problem domains and familiarizes students with automated software development. Same as ECEN 5523.

CSCI 5535 (3). Fundamental Concepts of Programming Languages.
Considers concepts common to a variety of programming languages--how they are described (both formally and informally) and how they are implemented. Provides a firm basis for comprehending new languages and gives insight into the relationship between languages and machines. Prereq., CSCI 3155, or instructor consent.

CSCI 7135 (3). Topics in Programming Languages.
Topics selected by instructor. Possible topics are syntax, semantics, metacompilers, compiler design, and translator writing systems. Prereq., instructor consent.

CSCI 3656 (3). Numerical Computation.
Covers development, computer implementation, and analysis of numerical methods for applied mathematical problems. Topics include floating point arithmetic, numerical solution of linear systems of equations, root finding, numerical interpolation, differentiation, and integration. Prereqs., two semesters of calculus, linear algebra, and either CSCI 1200 or 1300.

CSCI 4446 (3). Chaotic Dynamics.
Explores chaotic dynamics theoretically and through computer simulations. Covers the standard computational and analytical tools used in nonlinear dynamics and concludes with an overview of leading-edge chaos research. Topics include time and phase-space dynamics, surfaces of section, bifurcation diagrams, fractal dimension, and lyapunov exponents. Prereqs., two semesters calculus, CSCI 1200 or equivalent, and PHYS 1110. Recommended prereqs., PHYS 1120, CSCI 3656, and MATH 3130. Same as CSCI 6446.

CSCI 4576 (4). High-Performance Scientific Computing 1.
Introduces computing systems, software, and methods used to solve large-scale problems in science and engineering. Students use high-performance workstations and a supercomputer. First course in a two-semester sequence. Prereq., CSCI 3656 or equivalent. Same as CSCI 5576.

CSCI 4586 (4). High-Performance Scientific Computing 2.
Introduces computing systems, software, and methods to solve large-scale problems in science and engineering. Students use high-performance workstations and a supercomputer. Second course in a two-semester sequence. Prereq., CSCI 4576.

CSCI 5576 (4). High-Performance Scientific Computing.
Recommended prereq., CSCI 3656. Same as CSCI 4576.

CSCI 5606 (3). Principles of Numerical Computation.
Highlights computer arithmetic, solution of linear systems, least-squares approximations, nonlinear algebraic equations, interpolation, and quadrature. Prereqs., CSCI 3656 and three semesters of calculus, or equivalent.

CSCI 5636 (3). Numerical Solution of Partial Differential Equations.
Focuses on finite difference solution for partial differential equations, methods of SOR, ADI, conjugate gradients, finite element method, nonlinear problems, and applications. Prereqs., CSCI 5606.

CSCI 5646 (3). Numerical Linear Algebra.
Offers direct and iterative solutions of linear systems. Also covers eigen value and eigenvector calculations, error analysis, and reduction by orthogonal transformation. Prereqs., CSCI 5606.

CSCI 6446 (3). Chaotic Dynamics.
Same as CSCI 4446.

CSCI 6676 (3). Numerical Methods for Unconstrained Optimization.
Looks at modern computational methods for solution of unconstrained optimization problems, nonlinear least squares, and systems of nonlinear equations. Techniques for building algorithms to solve problems with special structure. Prereq., CSCI 5606.

CSCI 6686 (3). Numerical Methods for Constrained Optimization.
Covers computational methods for constrained optimization. Topics include basic theory, methods for quadratic programming, active set strategies for linear constraints, and penalty and successive quadratic programming methods for nonlinearly constrained problems. Prereq., CSCI 5606.

CSCI 7176 (3). Topics in Numerical Computation.
Topics selected by instructor. Possible topics are numerical linear algebra, solution of differential equations, nonlinear algebra and optimization, data fitting, linear and nonlinear programming, and solution of large problems. Prereq., instructor consent.

CSCI 3287 (3). Database and Information Systems.
Surveys data management, including file systems, database management systems design, physical data organizations, data models, query languages, concurrency, and database protection. Prereq., CSCI 3104.

CSCI 5817 (3). Database Systems.
Provides an advanced treatment of basic database concepts. Prereq., CSCI 2270 and admission as a graduate student in computer science or electrical engineering. Recommended prereqs., CSCI 3287 and 3753.

CSCI 5917 (3). Database Practicum.
Addresses practical issues in implementation, modeling, and measurement of database systems. Centers around a significant software project. Prereq., CSCI 5817 and significant software experience, or instructor consent.

CSCI 6817 (3). Readings in Database Systems.
Complements CSCI 5817. Introduces graduate students to classic research results and current trends in the database systems area. Prereq., CSCI 5817.

CSCI 7717 (3). Topics in Database Systems.
Studies topics such as distributed databases, database interfaces, data models, database theory, and performance measurement in depth. Prereq., CSCI 5817 or instructor consent.

CSCI 3308 (3). Software Engineering Methods and Tools.
Focuses on software engineering methods and tools for application development, including design and system organization; using and creating reusable libraries; building, testing, and debugging; and performance evaluation. Two hours of lecture, three hours of lab per week. Prereq., CSCI 2270.

CSCI 4308 (4). Software Engineering Project 1.
Advanced practicum in which students design, implement, document and test software systems for use in industry, non-profits, government and research institutions. Offers practical experience by working closely with project sponsors. Offers extensive experience in oral and written communication throughout the software lifecycle. Students must take CSCI 4308-4318 contiguously, as the project spans the entire academic year. Prereqs., successful completion of a minimum of 36 credit hours of CSCI Foundation, Track Foundation, Track Core, and CSCI electives, and WRTG 3030. Restricted to seniors.

CSCI 4318 (4). Software Engineering Project 2.
Second semester of an advanced practicum in computer science. Students must take CSCI 4308-4318 contiguously as the project spans the entire academic year. Prereq., CSCI 4308. Restricted to seniors.

CSCI 4448 (3). Object-Oriented Analysis and Design.
An applied analysis and design class addressing the use of object-oriented techniques. Topics include domain modeling, use cases, architectural design, and modeling notations. Students apply the techniques in analysis and design projects. Prereq., CSCI 3155 or expertise in one or more object-oriented programming languages, such as C++ or Java. Same as CSCI 6448.

CSCI 4838 (3). User Interface Design.
Develops the skills and practices necessary to apply user-centered approaches to software requirements analysis, and the design and evaluation of computer applications. Prereq., CSCI 2270. Same as CSCI 6838.

CSCI 5548 (3). Software Engineering of Standalone Programs.
Applies engineering principles to phases of software product development, project planning, requirements definition, design, implementation, validation, and maintenance. Emphasizes practical methods for communicating and verifying definitions and designs---prototyping, inspections, and modeling. Includes relation to RTS and object-oriented programming. Prereqs., CSCI 1300, CSCI 2270, or instructor consent. Same as ECEN 5543.

CSCI 5608 (3). Software Project Management.
Presents topics and techniques critical to the management of software product development, including estimating, planning, quality, tracking, reporting, team organization, people management, and legal issues. Gives special attention to problems unique to software projects. Prereqs., ECEN 4583, CSCI 5548 and 4318, or equivalent industrial experience. Same as ECEN 5603.

CSCI 5828 (3). Foundations of Software Engineering.
Explores techniques, languages, and tools for development and maintenance of software systems. Topics include specification languages, configuration modeling, testing techniques, process modeling, program annotations, and program proofs.

CSCI 6268 (3). Foundations of Computer and Network Security.
Studies methods to protect information, and the ability to process and move information, from theft, misuse, tampering, destruction, and unauthorized access. Introduces foundational topics of computer and network security, including security models, cryptopgraphy, and authentication protocols. Prereq., CSCI 5273.

CSCI 6448 (3). Object-Oriented Analysis and Design.
Same as CSCI 4448.

CSCI 6838 (3). User Interface Design.
Restricted to graduate students or instructor consent. Same as CSCI 4838.

CSCI 7818 (3). Topics in Software Engineering.
Studies selected topics of current interest in software engineering. Prereq., instructor consent.

CSCI 4229 (3). Computer Graphics.
Studies design, analysis, and implementation of computer graphics techniques. Topics include interactive techniques, 2-D and 3-D viewing, clipping, segmentation, translation, rotation, and projection. Also involves removal of hidden edges, shading, and color. Prereqs., knowledge of basic linear algebra and CSCI 2270. Same as CSCI 5229.

CSCI 5229 (3). Computer Graphics.
Same as CSCI 4229.

ECEN 1100 (1). Freshman Seminar.
Introduces students to areas of emphasis with the ECE department through seminars presented by faculty and outside speakers. Emphasizes career opportunities, professional ethics and practices, history of the profession, and resources for academic success. Several sessions promote team building and problem solving, and provide opportunities for freshmen to meet their classmates.

ECEN 1200 (3). Telecommunications 1.
Covers the Internet and World Wide Web. Also introduces the main concepts of telecommunications, electronic publishing, audio, video, coding information theory, cryptography, data storage, and data compression.

ECEN 1400 (3). Introduction to Digital and Analog Electronics.
Introduces fundamental concepts in electrical and computer engineering such as Ohm's Law, capacitors, LEDs and 7-segment displays, transformers and rectifiers, digital logic, Fourier decomposition, frequency analysis. Lab work exposes students to commonly used instrumentation. Includes a final project. Skills in wiring, soldering and wire-wrapping are developed. Coreq., APPM 1350.

ECEN 1840 (1-3). Independent Study.
Provides an opportunity for freshmen to do independent, creative work. Numbered ECEN 1840 through ECEN 1849. Prereq., instructor consent.

ECEN 2050 (5). Special Topics.

ECEN 2060 (1-5). Special Topics.

ECEN 2120 (5). Computers as Components.
Covers computer usage in system implementation, central processor capabilities, and managing concurrency. Includes computer architecture, instruction sets, programming, input/output, interrupts, block transfers, semaphores, shared procedures, multiple processors, and memory management. Prereq., CSCI 1300 or equivalent.

ECEN 2250 (5). Circuits/Electronics 1.
Introduces linear circuit analysis and design, including extensive use of OP amps. Presents DC networks, including node and mesh analysis with controlled sources. Studies transient analysis of RL and RC circuits using phasors, as if analysis of circuits is sinusoidal steady-state. Integrates laboratory into course. Prereq., APPM 1360. Coreq., APPM 2360.

ECEN 2260 (5). Circuits/Electronics 2.
Continues basic circuit analysis of ECEN 2250: Laplace transform techniques, transfer function, convolution, frequency response, Bode diagrams, resonant circuits, and Fourier series expansions. Includes a hands-on laboratory experience. Prereq., ECEN 2250.

ECEN 2830 (1-5). Special Topics.

ECEN 2840 (1-6). Independent Study.
Offers an opportunity for sophomores to do independent, creative work. Numbered ECEN 2840 through ECEN 2849. Prereq., instructor consent.

ECEN 3010 (3). Circuits and Electronics for Mechanical Engineers.
Covers analysis of electrical circuits by use of Ohm's law, network reduction, node and loop analysis, Thevenin's and Norton's theorems, DC and AC signals, transient response of simple circuits, transfer functions, basic diode and transistor circuits, and operational amplifiers. Prereqs., APPM 2360 and PHYS 1140. Restricted to junior/senior MCEN majors.

ECEN 3030 (3). Electrical/Electronic Circuits Non-Major.
For students not majoring in electrical engineering. Covers analysis of electric circuits by use of Ohm's law; network reduction; super position; node and loop analysis; Thevenin's and Norton's theorems; sinusoidal signals; phasors; power in ac circuits; transient response of simple circuits; operational amplifiers; logic circuits; and flip-flops. Prereq., APPM 2360. Restricted to nonmajors. Same as GEEN 3854.

ECEN 3070 (3). Edges of Science.
Examines the evidence for paranormal phenomena, reasons for skepticism, and physical models that could account for the data. Reviews controversial scientific theories that overcame barriers to acceptance, and how worldviews shift. Considers the scientific method and ways uncontrolled factors might influence experiments. Develops skills in statistical analysis of data. Includes group projects testing for anomalous and parapsychological effects. Not accepted as a technical elective for engineering majors. Prereq., MATH 1020 or 1070 or 2510 or PSYC 3101 or SOCY 2061 or 4061 or equivalent. Approved for arts and sciences core curriculum: critical thinking.

ECEN 3100 (5). Digital Logic.
Covers the design and applications of digital logic circuits, including combinational and sequential logic circuits. Laboratory component introduces simulation and synthesis software and hands-on hardware design. Prereq., CSCI 1300.

ECEN 3170 (3). Energy Conversion 1.
Introduces block diagrams, conventional/renewable energy sources, power electronics, magnetic circuits, transformers and power systems, forces/torques of electric machines. Employs a top-down approach to present applications first and then discuss components. Uses PSPICE, MATHEMATICA, MATLAB. Prereq., ECEN 3250.

ECEN 3250 (5). Circuits/Electronics 3.
Develops a basic understanding of active semiconductor devices. Focuses on building an understanding of BJT and CMOS devices in both digital and analog application. Prereq., ECEN 2260.

ECEN 3300 (5). Linear Systems.
Characterization of signals and linear systems in time and frequency domains. Both continuous and discrete time systems are considered. Laboratory exercises consider linear filters and applications using computer simulations. The examples are drawn from communication systems, control systems, and digital signal processing. Prereqs., ECEN 2260 and APPM 2360.

ECEN 3320 (3). Semiconductor Devices.
Highlights the fundamentals of semiconductor materials and devices. Topics include the electrical and optical properties of semiconductors, the theory of PN junctions, bipolar and field-effect transistors, and optoelectronic devices. Prereq., ECEN 3250.

ECEN 3400 (5). Electromagnetic Fields and Waves.
Electromagnetic fields are covered at an introductory level, starting with electrostatics and continuing with DC current, magnetostatics, time-varying magnetic fields, waves on transmission lines, Maxwell's equations, plane waves, and basics of guided waves and antennas. Ten-twelve labs cover EM effects in circuits, four-point probe, ammeters, motors inductive and capacative coupling on a pc-board, time-domain reflectometry, and antennas. Prereqs., APPM 2350, PHYS 1110, and ECEN 2260. Restricted to juniors/seniors.

ECEN 3410 (3). Electromagnetic Waves and Transmission.
Studies reflected and transmitted plane waves in layered media, Poynting's theorem of electromagnetic power, hollow wave-guides, and two-conductor transmission line theory and practice, Smith chart and impedance matching, and elements of antenna theory. Prereq., ECEN 3400.

ECEN 3810 (3). Introduction to Probability Theory.
Covers the fundamentals of probability theory, and treats the random variables and random processes of greatest importance in electrical engineering. Provides a foundation for study of communication theory, control theory, reliability theory, optics, and portfolio analysis. Prereqs., APPM 2350 and 2360. Credit not granted for this course and MATH 4510 or APPM 3570.

ECEN 3840 (1-6). Independent Study.
Offers an opportunity for juniors to do independent, creative work. Numbered ECEN 3840 through ECEN 3849. Prereq., instructor consent.

ECEN 3930 (6). ECE Co-op Education.
Participate in a cooperative education program working with a corporate or government entity. Individual assignments are arranged between the department and the outside employer. This course is offered only through Continuing Education. May be repeated up to 24 credit hours. Prereq., ECEN 2120, 2260, minimum GPA of 2.85 required. Restricted to sophomore, junior and senior EEEN and ECEN majors.

ECEN 4000 (3). Special Topics.

ECEN 4120 (3). Neural Network Design.
Introduces basic (artificial) neural network architectures and learning rules. Emphasizes mathematical analysis of these networks, methods of training them, and application to practical problems such as pattern recognition, signal processing, and control systems. Shows how to construct a network of "neurons" and train them to serve a useful function. Prereqs., APPM 2360 or MATH 3130, and CSCI 1300 or equivalent. Same as ECEN 5120.

ECEN 4610 (3). Capstone Laboratory.
Hands-on laboratory experience for teams of 3-5 members in the systematic proposal, design, build, integration, test, and documentation of an electronic/ computer based system. The result will be a reliably operating, stand-alone analog/digital system, with publication quality technical documentation. Prereq., ECEN 2120, 3100, 3250, 3300, 3400, 3810, plus ECEN 4593 for ECEN majors. Restricted to seniors.

ECEN 4840 (1-6). Independent Study.
Offers an opportunity for seniors to do independent, creative work. Numbered ECEN 4840--4849. Prereq., instructor consent.

ECEN 5120 (3). Neural Network Design.
Same as ECEN 4120.

ECEN 5830 (3). Special Topics.

ECEN 5840 (1-6). Independent Study.
Offers an opportunity for students to do independent, creative work at the master's level. Numbered ECEN 5840--5849. Prereq., advisor consent.

ECEN 6800 (0-8). Master of Engineering Report.

ECEN 6940 (3). Master's Degree Candidate.
Numbered ECEN 6940--6949.

ECEN 6950 (1-6). Master's Thesis.

ECEN 7840 (1-6). Independent Study.
Offers an opportunity for students to do independent, creative work at the doctoral level. Numbered ECEN 7840--7849. Prereq., advisor consent.

ECEN 8990 (0-10). Doctoral Thesis.

ECEN 4001 (1-4). Special Topics.
Credit and subject matter to be arranged. Numbered ECEN 4001--4049. Prerequisites vary.

ECEN 4011 (1-4). Special Topics.
Same as ECEN 5011.

ECEN 4021 (1-4). Special Topics.

ECEN 4811 (3). Neural Signals and Functional Brain Imaging.
Explores bioelectric and metabolic signals generated by the nervous system from two standpoints: 1) their biophysical genesis and role in neural integration and 2) neurotechnologies such as electroencephalography, magnetoencephalography, deep brain stimulation, and functional magnetic resonance imaging. Prereqs., ECEN 2260 or 3030, ASEN 3300, or instructor consent. Same as ECEN 5811, ASEN 4216/5216.

ECEN 4821 (3). Neural Systems and Physiological Control.
A biophysical exploration of human physiology from the standpoints of control systems and neural information processing. Topics include: neural control of movement and cardiovascular performance, tissue growth and repair, carcinogenesis, and physiological responses to microgravity. Prereqs., ECEN 2260 or 3030, ASEN 3300, or instructor consent. Same as ECEN 5821 and ASEN 4426/5426.

ECEN 4831 (3). Brains, Minds, and Computers.
Provides background for the design of artificially intelligent systems based upon our present knowledge of the human brain. Includes similarities and differences between the brain and computers, robots, and common computer models of brain and mind. Emphasizes the neuron as an information processor, and organization of natural as well as synthetic neural networks. Prereq., ECEN 2260 or 3030, or instructor consent. Same as ECEN 5831, ASEN 4436/5436.

ECEN 5011 (1-4). Special Topics.
Same as ECEN 4011.

ECEN 5021 (1-4). Special Topics.

ECEN 5811 (3). Neural Signals and Functional Brain Imaging.
Same as ECEN 4811 and ASEN 4216/5216.

ECEN 5821 (3). Neural Systems and Physiological Control.
Same as ECEN 4821 and ASEN 4426/5426.

ECEN 5831 (3). Brains, Minds, and Computers.
Same as ECEN 4831, and ASEN 4436/5436.

ECEN 3002 (3-5). Special Topics.

ECEN 4002 (1-4). Special Topics.

ECEN 4012 (1-4). Special Topics.

ECEN 4242 (3). Communication Theory.
Covers modern digital and analog communication systems, Fourier analysis of signals and systems, signal transmission, amplitude modulation, angle modulation, digital communication systems, and behavior of communication systems in the presence of noise, including both analog and digital systems. Prereqs., ECEN 3300 and ECEN 3810 or equivalent.

ECEN 4532 (3). Digital Signal Processing Laboratory.
Develops experience in code development, debugging, and testing of real-time digital signal processing algorithms using dedicated hardware. Applications include filtering, signal synthesis, audio special effects, and frequency domain techniques based on the Fast Fourier Transform. Prereq., ECEN 3300. Coreq., ECEN 4632. Same as ECEN 5532.

ECEN 4632 (3). Introduction to Digital Filtering.
Covers both the analysis and design of FIR and IIR digital filters. Discusses implementations in both software and hardware. Emphasizes use of the FFT as an analysis tool. Includes examples in speech processing, noise canceling, and communications. Prereq., ECEN 3300. Restricted to seniors.

ECEN 4652 (2). Communication Laboratory.
Involves laboratory experiments demonstrating material taught in ECEN 4242. Uses spectrum analysis to study baseband signals and signal processors. Topics include noise, AM, FM, PM, sampling, quantizing/encoding, TDM, FDM, equalizers, and a complete communication system. Prereq. or coreq., ECEN 4242.

ECEN 5012 (3). Special Topics.

ECEN 5032 (3). Special Topics.

ECEC 5532 (3). Digital Signal Processing Laboratory.
Same as ECEN 4532.

ECEN 5612 (3). Noise and Random Processes.
Reviews probability theory, convergence and probability bounds, multivariable normal theory, sequences of random variables and stochastic processes, Bernoulli and Poisson processes, wide-sense stationary processes, and correlation functions and power spectra. Also includes linear systems with random inputs and Gauss-Markov processes, first- and second-order properties of ARMA processes, and Markov chains. Prereqs., ECEN 3300 and 3810 or MATH 4510.

ECEN 5622 (3). Information Theory and Coding.
Entropy rates of information sources, fundamental limits of data compression, Huffman and arithmetic codes; mutual information, fundamental limits of information transmission over noisy communication channels with/without feedback. Selected topics in information storage, lossy data compression, and network information theory. Prereqs., ECEN 3810 or equivalent, or instructor consent.

ECEN 5632 (3). Theory and Application of Digital Filtering.
Digital signal processing and its applications are of interest to a wide variety of scientists and engineers. The course covers such topics as characterization of linear discrete-time circuits by unit pulse response, transfer functions, and difference equations, use of z-transforms and Fourier analysis, discrete Fourier transform and fast algorithms (FFT), design of finite and infinite impulse response filters, frequency transformations, study of optimized filters for deterministic signals.

ECEN 5652 (3). Detection and Extraction of Signals from Noise.
Introduces detection, estimation, and time series analysis. Topics include hypothesis testing, detection of known form and random signals, least squares parameter estimation, maximum likelihood theory, minimum mean-squared error estimation, Kalman-Wiener filtering, prediction in stationary time series, and modal analysis. Applications include studies in communications, control, and experimental modeling. Prereq., ECEN 5612.

ECEN 5672 (3). Digital Image Processing.
Course objective is to present the fundamental techniques available for image representation and compression (e.g., wavelets), filtering (e.g., Wiener and nonlinear filter), and segmentation (e.g., anisotropic diffusion). Prereq., ECEN 5632 or instructor consent.

ECEN 5682 (3). Theory and Practice of Error Control Codes.
Block and convolutional codes for reliable transmission of digital data over unreliable noisy channels. Algebraic and dsp characterizations of cyclic codes such as BCH/RS codes. Decoding algorithms for block codes and the Viterbi algorithm. Graph codes and iterative decoding. Prereq., ECEN 3300.

ECEN 5692 (3). Principles of Digital Communication.
Techniques for efficient and reliable transmission of information over bandwidth and power constrained communication channels; digital modulation methods, power spectral density calculations, optimum receiver principles, error rate analysis, channel coding potential in wired/wireless media, trellis coded modulation, and equalization. Prereqs., ECEN 3300 and 5612 or equivalents. Recommended prereqs., ECEN 5622 and 5632.

ECEN 3003 (3-5). Special Topics.

ECEN 4013 (1-4). Special Topics.

ECEN 4023 (1-4). Special Topics.
Same as ECEN 5023.

ECEN 4053 (1-4). Special Topics.
Same as ECEN 5053.

ECEN 4553 (3). Introduction to Compiler Construction.
Introduces the basic techniques used in translating programming languages: scanning, parsing, definition table management, operator identification and coercion, code selection and register allocation, error recovery. Students build a complete compiler for a simple language. Prereq., ECEN 2120. Same as CSCI 4555.

ECEN 4583 (3). Software System Development.
Lectures deal with techniques for product requirements definition, project planning, coding, verification, validation, performance evaluation, and maintenance of medium-scale (2-3000 line) systems. Primary emphasis is on practical application of these techniques to a specified software project. Students work in teams to produce appropriate documents for each phase and are responsible for project completion according to specification and schedule. Course project is written in C on a UNIX look-alike system; prior knowledge of C or UNIX is not required. Prereq., CSCI 2270.

ECEN 4593 (3). Computer Organization.
Studies computer design at the gate level. Discusses microprogrammed and hardwired control units, memory design, arithmetic and logic unit, I/O, and peripheral devices. Briefly covers aspects of modern computer architecture, such as parallel processing and reduced instruction set computers. Prereq., ECEN 2120, 3100. Same as CSCI 4593.

ECEN 4613 (3). Embedded System Design.
Introduces system hardware and firmware design for embedded applications. Students independently design and develop a hardware platform encompassing a microcontroller and peripherals. Firmware is developed in C and assembly. A significant final project is designed, developed, documented, and presented. Prereqs., ECEN 2120 and 3100, or instructor consent. Recommended prereqs., ECEN 3250 and 4593. Same as ECEN 5613.

ECEN 4623 (3). Real-Time Embedded Systems.
Design and build a microprocessor-based embedded system application requiring integration of sensor/actuator devices, a real-time operating system and application firmware and software. Real-time rate monotonic theory and embedded architecture are covered. Prereq., ECEN 2120 and ECEN 3100, or instructor consent. Recommended prereq., ECEN 4613. Same as ECEN 5623.

ECEN 4633 (3). Hybrid Embedded Systems.
Introduces system hardware and design techniques for embedded and hybrid reconfigurable systems. Intended for those interested in developing projects using hardware description languages to build application-specific computing systems. Industry standards are used for design, development, and debugging. Prereqs., ECEN 2120, 3100, and 4593, or equivalent. Same as ECEN 5633.

ECEN 4753 (3). Computer Performance Modeling.
Presents a broad range of system modeling techniques, emphasizing applications to computer systems. Covers stochastic processes, queuing network models, stochastic Petri nets, and simulation (including parallel processing techniques). Prereq., CSCI 3753 or equivalent and second-semester calculus. Recommended prereq., a course in statistics. Same as CSCI 4753, 5753, and ECEN 5753.

ECEN 5023 (1-4). Special Topics.
Same as ECEN 4023.

ECEN 5053 (1-4). Special Topics.
Same as ECEN 4053.

ECEN 5503 (3). Computer Systems Design and Architecture.
Covers digital logic circuits, assembly language programming, and gate-level computer design and architecture. Also discusses computer arithmetic algorithms, I/O, peripheral device performance, networking, and the Internet. Limited to graduate students. For ECE/CS majors with nontraditional backgrounds.

ECEN 5523 (3). Compiler Construction Tools.
Offers practical experience using state-of-the-art CAD tools on high-performance workstations. Provides skills needed to rapidly create little languages for specific problem domains and familiarizes students with automated software development. Same as CSCI 5525.

ECEN 5533 (3). Fundamental Concepts of Programming Languages.
Considers concepts common to a variety of programming languages--how they are described (both formally and informally) and how they are implemented. Provides a firm basis for comprehending new languages and gives insight into the relationship between languages and machines. Prereq., CSCI 3155 or instructor consent. Same as CSCI 5535.

ECEN 5543 (3). Software Engineering of Standalone Programs.
Applies engineering principles to phases of software product development, project planning, requirements definition, design, implementation, validation, and maintenance. Emphasizes practical methods for communicating and verifying definitions and designs---prototyping, inspections, and modeling. Includes relation to RTS and object-oriented programming. Prereqs., CSCI 1300, CSCI 2270, or instructor consent. Same as CSCI 5548.

ECEN 5553 (3). Parallel Processing.
Examines a range of topics involved in using parallel operations to improve computational performance. Discusses parallel architectures, parallel algorithms and parallel programming languages. Architectures covered include vector computers, multiprocessors, network computers, and data flow machines. Prereq., background in computer organization, introduction to programming languages, elementary numerical analysis, ECEN 4593 and CSCI 3656, or instructor consent. Same as CSCI 5551.

ECEN 5573 (3). Advanced Operating Systems.
Same as CSCI 5573.

ECEN 5583 (3). Artificial Intelligence.
Prereq., CSCI 3245 or equivalent. Same as CSCI 5582.

ECEN 5593 (3). Advanced Computer Architecture.
Provides a broad-scope treatment of important concepts in the design and implementation of high-performance computer systems. Discusses important issues in the pipelining of a machine and the design of cache memory systems. Also studies current and historically important computer architectures. Prereq., ECEN 4593 or instructor consent. Same as CSCI 5593.

ECEN 5603 (3). Software Project Management.
Presents topics and techniques critical to the management of software product development, including estimating, planning, quality, tracking, reporting, team organization, people management, and legal issues. Gives special attention to problems unique to software projects. Prereqs., ECEN 4583, 5543, and CSCI 4318, or equivalent industrial experience. Same as CSCI 5608 and EMEN 5031.

ECEN 5613 (3). Embedded System Design.
Same as ECEN 4613.

ECEN 5623 (3). Real-Time Embedded Systems.
Same as ECEN 4623.

ECEN 5633 (3). Hybrid Embedded Systems.
Same as ECEN 4633.

ECEN 5673 (3). Distributed Systems.
Examines systems that span multiple autonomous computers. Topics include system structuring techniques, scalability, heterogeneity, fault tolerance, load sharing, distributed file and information systems, naming, directory services, resource discovery, resource and network management, security, privacy, ethics, and social issues. Recommended prereq., CSCI 5573 or a course in computer networks. Same as CSCI 5673.

ECEN 5753 (3). Computer Performance Modeling.
Same as ECEN 4753 and CSCI 4753/5753.

ECEN 3004 (3-5). Special Topics.

ECEN 4024 (1-4). Special Topics.
Same as ECEN 5024.

ECEN 4634 (2). Microwave and RF Laboratory.
Introducing RF and microwave measurement methods. A laboratory course whose experiments build on material learned in ECEN 3410 (Electromagnetic Waves and Transmission): electromagnetic waves, transmission lines, waveguides, time-domain reflection, frequency-domain measurement, microwave networks, impedance matching, antenna pattern measurement, radar, and simple nonlinear concepts such as harmonics, square-law detection, mixing and transmitter/receiver applications. Prereq., ECEN 3410. Restricted to students with a minimum of 47 hours.

ECEN 5024 (1-4). Special Topics.
Same as ECEN 4024.

ECEN 5104 (3). Computer-Aided Microwave Circuit Design.
Emphasizes the design of strip-line and microstrip circuits, using a CAD package. Discusses design of impedance transformers, amplifiers, switches, phase shifters, etc. Assignments include design of typical circuits and their analysis using a microwave circuit analysis program. Laboratory includes measurements using a network analyzer facility on a typical circuit designed and fabricated by students. Prereq., ECEN 3410.

ECEN 5114 (3). Waveguides and Transmission Lines.
Intermediate course deals with guided-wave systems at HF, microwave, and optical frequencies. Modern waveguiding structures, including circular metallic waveguides, microstrip transmission lines, and optical waveguides are treated. Additional material may include waveguide losses, excitation of waveguides, microwave network theory, coupled-mode theory, resonators, and pulse propagation in waveguides. Prereq., ECEN 3410.

ECEN 5134 (3). Electromagnetic Radiation and Antennas.
Covers elementary antenna source, cylindrical wire antennas, loop antennas, radiation patterns and antenna gain, aperture sources such as horns and dishes, linear arrays, mutual effects, ray formulations, antenna noise and temperature, and transmission formulations. Prereq., ECEN 3410.

ECEN 5154 (3). Computational Electromagnetics.
Provides a computational study of microwave circuits and antennas, using finite-difference, finite-element, and moment methods. Requires students to develop algorithms, write and execute programs, and prepare reports analyzing results. Circuits include waveguides, microstrip lines, and center-fed dipole antennas. Prereq., ECEN 3410.

ECEN 5254 (3). Radar and Remote Sensing.
Examines active techniques of remote sensing, with emphasis on radar fundamentals, radar wave propagation, scattering processes, and radar measurement techniques and design. Examines specific radar systems and applications, such as laser radar, synthetic aperture radar, and phased arrays for atmosphere, space, land, and sea applications. Prereqs., ECEN 3300 and 3400, or instructor consent.

ECEN 5264 (3). Propagation Effects on Satellite and Deep-Space Telecommunications.
Studies the role of propagation effects in design of Earth-space telecommunication systems. Looks at effects dependent upon total electron content (TEC) along path, including Faraday rotation and range delay. Also covers ionospheric and interplanetary scintillation; tropospheric clear-air effects, including refraction, ducting, and range delay; absorption, scatter, and cross polarization due to precipitation and clouds. Prereq., ECEN 3410.

ECEN 5274 (3). Radar Science and Techniques.
Studies atmospheric radar fundamentals. Examines scattering by precipitation and atmospheric turbulence; long-wavelength radars and the dynamics of the middle and upper atmosphere; design of meteorological and clear-air radars; profiling tropospheric winds, temperature, and humidity by radar and radiometry; and ionospheric sounding using ionosondes and incoherent-scatter radars. Prereq., ECEN 5254 or instructor consent.

ECEN 6144 (3). Electromagnetic Boundary Problems.
Provides mathematical and physical fundamentals necessary for the systematic analysis of electromagnetic fields problems. Requires some maturity in electromagnetics. Prereq., ECEN 5114 or 5134 or instructor consent. Formerly ECEN 5144.

ECEN 4345 (3). Introduction to Solid State.
Covers basic crystallography, lattice vibrations, free electron theory, energy band theory, and semiconducting, dielectric, and optical and superconducting materials and devices, emphasizing properties relevant to solid state electronics and optoelectronics. Prereq., ECEN 3400.

ECEN 4645 (3). Introduction to Optical Electronics.
Introduces lasers, Gaussian optics, modulators, nonlinear optics, optical detectors, and other related devices. Prereq., ECEN 3410. Restricted to juniors and seniors. Same as ECEN 5645.

ECEN 5005 (1-4). Special Topics.

ECEN 5345 (3). Introduction to Solid State.
Core course for further studies in solid state materials and devices. Covers crystal and reciprocal lattices; phonons; electrons in three dimensional solids and nanostructures; energy band structure of semiconductors, electron transport, optical properties; and basics of quantum wells. Course uses quantum mechanical methods. Prereqs., ECEN 3400 and basic quantum mechanics or instructor consent.

ECEN 5355 (3). Principles of Electronic Devices 1.
Relates performance and limitations of solid state devices to their structures and technology. Examines semiconductor physics and technology. Includes PN-junction, MOS, and optoelectronic devices. For both advance circuit and device engineers. Prereq., ECEN 3320 or instructor consent.

ECEN 5365 (3). Semiconductor Materials and Devices 1.
Includes an introduction to time-independent quantum mechanics and perturbation theory, tunneling, application to quantum-well electronic and optical devices, electrons in a crystalline solid, Bloch's theorem, energy bands and energy gaps, the effective mass approximation, a survey of energy bands for real crystals: Si, Ge, GaAs, InP, AlGaAs, etc., band structure engineering, and the electrical and optical properties of compound semiconductors. Prereq., ECEN 3120, and ECEN 4345 or 5345.

ECEN 5375 (3). Microstructures Laboratory.
Same as ECEN 4375.

ECEN 5385 (3). Optical Properties of Materials.
Surveys optical properties of materials important in optoelectronic and optical devices. Covers the relationships between optical constants, optical properties of semiconductors, dielectrics, ferroelectrics, liquid crystals, and metals. Prereq., ECEN 4345 and 5345, or PHYS 4340, or equivalent.

ECEN 5645 (3). Introduction to Optical Electronics.
Introduces lasers, Gaussian optics, modulators, nonlinear optics, optical detectors, and other related devices. Prereq., ECEN 3410. Same as ECEN 4645.

ECEN 4006 (1-4). Special Topics.

ECEN 4016 (1-4). Special Topics.

ECEN 4106 (3). Photonics.
Deals with the generation, transmission, modification and detection of light. Applications include fiber optics communications, data storage, sensing, and imaging. Leads to understanding of fundamental physical principles used in the analysis and design of modern photonic systems. Prereqs., ECEN 3300 and PHYS 2130. Restricted to seniors.

ECEN 4116 (3). Introduction to Optical Communications.
Given data rates, distance, reliability or bit error rates, the information required to specify the type of fiber, the source, the wave length, type of modulation, repeater or optical amplifiers, and detectors will be presented. Prereq., ECEN 3400 or equivalent. Same as TLEN 5480.

ECEN 4606 (2). Undergraduate Optics Laboratory.
Introduces fundamental concepts, techniques, and technology of modern optical and photonic systems. Individual labs cover particular fields of optical technology, including light sources such as lasers and LEDs, interferometers, fiber-optic communications, photodetection, spectrometers, and holography. Practical skills such as how to align an optical system will also be emphasized. Prereq., ECEN 3400 or PHYS 4510 and 4000-level optics course. Restricted to juniors/seniors.

ECEN 4616 (3). Optoelectric System Design.
Examines optics, optical systems, and electro-optics devices with the goal of integrating optical and electro-optical devices into optoelectronic systems. System design is covered with emphasis given to resolution, field of view, signal-to-noise ratio, speed of operation, and other system constraints. Prereq., ECEN 3400. Same as ECEN 5616.

ECEN 4696 (2). Optical Circuits Laboratory.
Provides students with the opportunity to study the characteristics of the components that go into optical fiber communication systems. This lab can be operated over the Internet so that students can do the lab individually on their own time schedule and explore the effects of variations in parameters to a greater extent than they can do in a typical lab session if desired. Prereq., ECEN 2260 and 3400. Recommended prereq., ECEN 3810. Restricted to junior/senior engineering majors. Same as TLEN 5485.

ECEN 5016 (1-4). Special Topics.

ECEN 5156 (3). Physical Optics.
Core course for the optics program. Covers the application of Maxwell's equations to optical waves and media. Topics include polarization, dispersion, geometrical optics, interference, partial coherence, and diffraction. Prereq., ECEN 3410.

ECEN 5166 (3). Guided Wave Optics.
Builds up the concepts necessary to understand guided wave optical systems. Topics include slab wave-guides, semiconductor lasers, fiber optics, and integrated optics. Prereqs., ECEN 4645 or 5645, and ECEN 5156.

ECEN 5606 (3). Optics Laboratory.
Consists of 13 optics experiments that introduce the techniques and devices essential to modern optics, including characterization of sources, photodetectors, modulators, use of interferometers, spectrometers, and holograms, and experimentation of fiber optics and Fourier optics. Prereq., undergraduate optics course such as PHYS 4510. Same as PHYS 5606.

ECEN 5616 (3). Optoelectric System Design.
Same as ECEN 4616.

ECEN 5626 (3). Active Optical Devices.
Analysis of active optical devices such as semiconductor laser, detector and flat panel display by clearly defining and interconnecting the fundamental physical mechanism, device design and operating principles and device performance. Recommended prereq., ECEN 5355.

ECEN 5696 (3). Fourier Optics and Holography.
Topics include holography, Fourier transform properties of lenses, two-dimensional convolution and correlation functions, spatial filtering, and optical computing techniques. Also covers coherent and incoherent imaging techniques, tomography, and synthetic aperture imaging. Prereqs., ECEN 3300 and 3410, or instructor consent.

ECEN 6016 (1-3). Special Topics.

ECEN 4017 (1-4). Special Topics.

ECEN 4167 (3). Energy Conversion 2.
Studies the derivation of the dynamic equations of motion of electromechanical systems, linear and rotary motion machines based on variational principles and basic force laws. Looks at equivalent circuits in abc and dqo coordinates for AC and DC machines. Discusses conditions under which an electromagnetic torque can be produced. Applies theory to the most important modes of steady-state and transient operation of electrical energy converters. Prereq., ECEN 3170.

ECEN 4517 (3). Power Electronics Laboratory.
Focuses on analysis, modeling, design, and testing of electrical energy processing systems in a practical laboratory setting. Studies power electronics converters for efficient utilization of available energy sources, including solar panels and utility. A final design project involves design, fabrication, and testing of a solar power system. Prereq., ECEN 3170. Restricted to seniors.

ECEN 4797 (3). Introduction to Power Electronics.
An introduction to switched-mode converters. Includes steady-state converter modeling and analysis, switch realization, discontinuous conduction mode, and transformer-isolated converters. AC modeling of converters using averaged methods, small-signal transfer functions, feedback loop design, and transformer design. Prereq., ECEN 3250. Restricted to junior and senior engineering majors. Same as ECEN 5797.

ECEN 4827 (3). Analog IC Design.
Covers the fundamentals of transistor-level analog integrated circuit design. Starting from device models, introduces principles of dc biasing, frequency response analysis and feedback techniques, as well as the use of CAD tools for simulation, circuit design, layout and verification of single-stage and multi-stage amplifiers, operational amplifiers, and comparators. Prereq., ECEN 3250. Restricted to engineering majors. Same as ECEN 5827.

ECEN 5517 (3). Power Electronics Lab.
Introduces practical techniques of power electronics: duty-cycle control of dc-dc converters, including basic controller circuits, gate drivers, power stage components, magnetics design, and small-signal frequency response; current-mode control, snubber design, flyback transformer design, and principles of grounding and layout. Culminates in a design project involving a stand-alone solar power system. Prereq., ECEN 5797.

ECEN 5787 (3). Power Quality Phenomena Power Systems.
Single-time and periodic disturbances of power systems and their causes and effects on sensitive (electronic) end-use devices and power system components are studied and modeled. Measurement techniques of the impact of such disturbances (power quality phenomena) on devices as well as prevention and mitigating techniques are addressed. Prereq., ECEN 3170.

ECEN 5797 (3). Introduction to Power Electronics.
Same as ECEN 4797.

ECEN 5807 (3). Modeling and Control of Power Electronic Systems.
Studies modeling and control topics in power electronics. Averaged switch modeling of converters, computer simulation, ac modeling of the discontinuous conduction mode, the current programmed mode, null double injection techniques in linear circuits, input filter design, and low-harmonic rectifiers. Prereq., ECEN 5797.

ECEN 5817 (3). Resonant and Soft-Switching Techniques in Power Electronics.
Covers resonant coverters and inverters, and soft switching; sinusoidal approximations in analysis of series, parallel, LCC, and other resonant dc-dc and dc-ac converters; state-plane analysis of resonant circuits; switching transitions in hand-switched and soft-switched PWM converters; zero-voltage switching techniques, including resonant, quasi resonant, aero voltage transition, and auxiliary switch circuits. Prereq., ECEN 5797 or instructor consent required.

ECEN 5827 (3). Analog IC Design.
Same as ECEN 4827.

ECEN 5837 (3). Mixed-Signal IC Design.
Design of core analog circuits in mixed analog and digital systems, including data converters and sampled-data circuitry, and system level IC design methodologies and CAD based circuit design and layout techniques in mixed analog and digital ICs. Prereq., MCEN 5827. Restricted to majors.

ECEN 4018 (1-4). Special Topics.

ECEN 4028 (1-4). Special Topics.

ECEN 4138 (3). Control Systems Analysis.
Provides modeling of dynamic systems for electrical, chemical, hydraulic, and mechanical systems using block diagrams and signal flow graphs. Compares open and closed-loop configurations. Prereq., senior standing with background of Laplace transforms, linear algebra, and ordinary differential equations; ECEN 3300.

ECEN 4638 (2). Control Systems Laboratory.
Provides experience in control system design and analysis, using both real hardware and computer simulation. Covers the entire control system design cycle: modeling the system, synthesizing a controller, conducting simulations, analyzing the design to suggest modifications and improvements, and implementing the design for actual testing. Prereq., ECEN 3300. Coreq., ECEN 4138. Restricted to seniors in engineering.

ECEN 5008 (1-4). Special Topics.

ECEN 5018 (1-4). Special Topics.

ECEN 5028 (1-4). Special Topics.

ECEN 5418 (3). Automatic Control Systems 1.
Coverage of principles of control systems with Multiple Inputs and Multiple Outputs (MIMO). Topics include MIMO state-space theory, applications of the singular value decomposition (SVD), coprime factorization methods, frequency domain topics, and an introduction to H-infinity design. Prereqs., ECEN 3300, 4138, and 5448, or equivalents.

ECEN 5438 (3). Robot Control.
Provides a comprehensive treatment of the mathematical modeling of robot mechanisms and the analysis methods used to design control laws for these mechanisms. Prereqs., ECEN 4138 and PHYS 1110.

ECEN 5448 (3). Advanced Linear Systems.
Offers a state space approach to analysis and synthesis of linear systems, state transition matrix, controllability and observability, system transformation, minimal realization, and analysis and synthesis of multi-input and multi-output systems. Prereq., ECEN 3300 and 4138.

ECEN 5458 (3). Sampled Data and Digital Control Systems.
Provides an analysis and synthesis of discrete-time systems. Studies sampling theorem and sampling process characterization, z-transform theory and z-transfer function, and stability theory. Involves data converters (A/D and D/A), dead-beat design, and digital controller design. Prereqs., ECEN 3300 and 4138.

ECEN 7438 (3). Theory of Nonlinear Systems.
Similar to ECEN 5438 except at a more advanced level and with more topics covered: limit cycles, functional analysis approach to input-output stability, analysis and synthesis of time-varying systems, feedback linearization and its applications, and bang-bang control. Prereqs., ECEN 5418 and 5448.

ECEN 4009 (1-4). Special Topics.

ECEN 4049 (1-4). Special Topics.

ECEN 4109 (3). Very Large Scale Integrated (VSLI) Systems Design.
Understand how very large digital circuits are implemented at the IC level. Techniques for implementing large digital systems in NMOS and CMOS technology are presented, including a discussion of tradeoffs made to achieve high performance designs. Entails layout and design projects using a set of layout and simulation tools. Prereqs., ECEN 3100, 3250.

ECEN 5049 (1-4). Special Topics.

ECEN 5109 (3). Very Large Scale Integrated (VLSI) Systems Design.
Understand how very large digital circuits are implemented at the IC level. Techniques for implementing large digital systems in NMOS and CMOS technology are presented, including a discussion of tradeoffs made to achieve high performance designs. Entails layout and design projects using a set of layout and simulation tools.

ECEN 5139 (3). Formal Verification of VLSI Systems.
Covers two-level and multilevel minimization, optimization via expert systems, algebraic and Boolean decomposition, layout methodologies, state assignment, encoding and minimization, silicon compilation. Prereqs., ECEN 4703 and general proficiency in discrete mathematics and programming.

ECEN 6139 (3). Logic Synthesis of VLSI Systems.
Studies synthesis and optimization of sequential circuits, including retiming transformations and don't care sequences. Gives attention to hardware description languages and their application to finite state systems. Also includes synthesis for testability and performance, algorithms for test generation, formal verification of sequential systems, and synthesis of asynchronous circuits. Prereqs., ECEN 5129, 5139, and CSCI 5454.

ECEN 7849 (1-6). Independent Study.
Offers an opportunity for students to do independent, creative work at the doctoral level. Numbered ECEN 7840--7849. Prereq., advisor consent.

MCEN 1000 (1). Introduction to Mechanical Engineering.
Lect. and lab. Introduces facets of mechanical engineering including history of the profession, mechanical engineering curriculum, industries in which mechanical engineers practice, and expectations and tools for academic success. Students participate in hands-on experiences, visit industry, make oral presentations, meet faculty and practicing professionals, and develop goal statements. Restricted to MCEN majors.

MCEN 3030 (3). Computational Methods.
Studies fundamental numerical techniques for the solution of commonly encountered engineering problems. Includes methods for linear and nonlinear algebraic equations, data analysis, numerical differentiation and integration, ordinary and partial differential equations. Prereqs., GEEN 1300 and APPM 2360, or equivalent, including a working knowledge of Matlab.

MCEN 4120 (3). Engineering Statistics.
Focuses on probability and statistics, emphasizing engineering applications. Studies frequency distributions; statistical hypotheses and estimation; nonparametric, linear regression, and correlation; nonlinear and multiple regression; analysis of variance; and quality control. Prereq., APPM 2360.

MCEN 5020 (3). Methods of Engineering Analysis 1.
Studies selected topics from linear algebra, ordinary differential equations, and Fourier series. Assigns computer exercises. Correlates with analysis topics in other mechanical engineering graduate courses, and emphasizes applications. Prereq., APPM 2360 or equivalent.

MCEN 5040 (3). Methods of Engineering Analysis 2.
Studies selected topics from the theory of complex variables, integral transform methods, partial differential equations, and variational methods. Assigns computer exercises. Correlates with analysis topics in other mechanical engineering graduate courses, and emphasizes applications. Prereq., MCEN 5020 or equivalent.

MCEN 7120 (3). Perturbation Methods.
Teaches regular and singular perturbation methods for solving ordinary and partial differential equations and for evaluating integrals. Emphasizes formulation of mathematical models in fluid mechanics, combustion, heat transfer, solid mechanics, dynamics, and wave propagation. Prereq., MCEN 5020 and 5040, or equivalent.

MCEN 3021 (3). Fluid Mechanics.
Examines fundamentals of fluid flow with application to engineering problems. Explores fluid statics and kinematics; conservation equations for mass, momentum, and energy; Bernoulli and Euler equations; potential flow; laminar and turbulent viscous boundary layers; laminar and turbulent pipe flow; and compressible fluid flow. Prereqs., APPM 2360 and MCEN 2023.

MCEN 4131 (3). Air Pollution Control Engineering.
Introduces air quality regulations, meteorology, and modeling; methods for controlling major classes of air pollutants, including particulate matter and oxides of sulfur and nitrogen; and control technology for industrial sources and motor vehicles. Requires interdisciplinary design projects. Prereq., MCEN 3021 or equivalent. Same as MCEN 5131.

MCEN 4141 (3). Indoor Air Pollution.
Air pollutants cause material damage and adversely affect human health. People spend over 80 per cent of their time indoors; often, air pollutant levels are higher indoors than outdoors. In this course we study air pollution in indoor environments and design appropriate control technologies. Prereqs., MCEN 3021 and 3022. Same as MCEN 5141.

MCEN 5021 (3). Introduction to Fluid Dynamics.
Focuses on physical properties of gases and liquids, and kinematics of flow fields. Analyzes stress; viscous, heat-conducting Newtonian fluids; and capillary effects and surface-tension-driven flow. Other topics include vorticity and circulation, ideal fluid flow theory in two and three dimensions, Schwartz-Christoffel transformations, free streamline theory, and internal and free-surface waves. Coreq., MCEN 5020 or equivalent.

MCEN 5041 (3). Viscous Flow.
Highlights exact solution of Navier-Stokes equations and fundamentals of rotating fluids. Considers Low Reynolds number flow; similarity solutions; viscous boundary layers, jets, and wakes; and unsteady viscous flow. Prereq., MCEN 5021 or equivalent.

MCEN 5121 (3). Compressible Flow.
Applies energy, continuity, and momentum principles to compressible flow. Topics include normal and oblique shocks; Prandtl-Meyer expansion; methods of characteristics; and one-, two-, and three-dimensional subsonic, supersonic, and hypersonic flows. Prereq., MCEN 5021 or equivalent.

MCEN 5131 (3). Air Pollution Control Engineering.
Same as MCEN 4131.

MCEN 5141 (3). Indoor Air Pollution.
Same as MCEN 4141.

MCEN 7221 (3). Turbulence.
Hydrodynamic stability theory, equations for turbulent flows, free shear flows and boundary layers, homogeneous and isotropic turbulence, overview of turbulent combustion, reaction kinetics, energy equation, Favre averaging, PDFs, premixed and nonpremixed flame modeling, and recent developments.

MCEN 3012 (3). Thermodynamics.
Explores fundamental concepts and basic theory, including first and second laws of thermodynamics, properties, states, thermodynamic functions and cycles. Prereq., APPM 2350. Same as GEEN 3852.

MCEN 3022 (3). Heat Transfer.
Studies fundamentals of heat transfer by conduction, convection, and radiation. Provides applications to heat exchangers, solar panels, and boiling and mass transfer. Also covers numerical methods for solving heat transfer problems and design of engineering equipment involving heat transfer processes. Prereqs., MCEN 3012 and 3021.

MCEN 4042 (3). Thermal Systems Design.
Covers thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat transfer, principles of design and their application to real-life thermal systems; performance and analysis of thermal system components; system simulation; engineering ethics and economics. Includes a significant open-ended design project. Prereq., MCEN 3022 or equivalent. Restricted to senior MCEN majors.

MCEN 4122 (3). Thermodynamics 2.
Offers advanced topics and applications, including thermodynamics of state, entropy and probability, thermodynamic cycles, and reacting and nonreacting mixtures. Provides application to engines and power generation by conventional and alternative energy technologies. Most assignments are design oriented. Prereq., MCEN 3012.

MCEN 4152 (3). Introduction to Combustion.
Description of the mechanisms by which fuel and oxidizers are converted into combustion products. Application to practical combustion devices such as Otto, Diesel, gas turbine, and power plant combustion systems. Consideration of combustion-generated air pollution, fire safety, and combustion efficiency. Prereq., MCEN 3012. Recommended prereqs., MCEN 3021 and 3022. Same as MCEN 5152.

MCEN 4162 (3). Energy Conversion.
Examines common energy-conversion methods and devices. Topics include power-cycle thermodynamics, turbocompressor and expander processes, combustion systems, and applications and limitations of direct energy-conversion systems. Prereq., MCEN 3012.

MCEN 5022 (3). Thermodynamics.
Offers a comprehensive presentation of macroscopic and statistical thermodynamics and representative applications, from an axiomatic formulation designed to develop and clarify thermodynamic property relationships. Includes thermodynamic functions and derivatives, quantum mechanics, kinetic theory of gases, black body radiation, chemical equilibrium, and molecular spectroscopy.

MCEN 5042 (3). Heat Transfer.
Studies development of equations governing transport of heat by conduction, convection, and radiation, and their solution. Includes analytical and numerical solution of initial and boundary value problems representative of heat conduction in solids. Describes heat transfer in free and forced convection, including laminar and turbulent flow. Also involves radiation properties of solids, liquids, and gases and transport of heat by radiation.

MCEN 5122 (3). Thermodynamics 2.
Same as MCEN 4122.

MCEN 5142 (3). Computational Fluid Dynamics, Heat Transfer, and Combustion.
Finite difference, finite volume, finite element, and spectral methods, consistency, stability and convergence of numerical schemes, governing equations for reacting flows, convection, diffusion, convection-diffusion problems, matrix solution methods-cyclic reduction, Fourier, Jacobin, Gauss Siedel, SOR, ADI, Chebschev acceleration, Lax-Wendroff scheme, McCormack scheme, transonic small disturbance equation solution, staggered grids, simple scheme, discrete Fourier transform. Students work on two substantial projects using commercial software.

MCEN 5152 (3). Introduction to Combustion.
Same as MCEN 4152.

MCEN 7122 (3). Combustion Phenomena.
Applies multicomponent fluid equations of motion and chemical thermodynamics to a variety of combustion problems. Covers droplet combustion, premixed and diffusion flames, boundary layer combustion, detonation wave theory, topics related to internal combustion engines, and liquid and solid rockets. Prereq., MCEN 3012 and 3021.

MCEN 2023 (3). Statics and Structures.
Covers statics of particles, equivalent force systems, rigid bodies, equilibrium of rigid bodies in two and three dimensions, analysis of truss and frame structures, uniaxially-loaded members, deformation and stress, distributed force systems, friction. Lectures and homework assignments involve computer work and hands-on laboratory work in the ITLL, documented by written reports. Prereq., APPM 1360.

MCEN 2063 (3). Mechanics of Solids.
Covers shear force and bending moment, torsion, stresses in beams, deflection of beams, matrix analysis of frame structures, analysis of stress and strain in 2-D and 3-D (field equations, transformations), energy methods, stress concentrations, and columns. Lectures and homework assignments involve computer work and hands-on laboratory work in the ITLL, documented by written reports. Prereq., MCEN 2023.

MCEN 3043 (3). Dynamics.
Covers dynamic behavior of particle systems and rigid bodies; 2-D and 3-D kinematics and kinetics; impulse, momentum, potential, and kinetic energy; and work, collision, and vibration. Lectures and homework assignments involve computer work and hands-on laboratory work in the ITLL, documented by written reports. Prereqs., MCEN 2023 and APPM 2350.

MCEN 4043 (3). System Dynamics.
Covers linear dynamic systems and mathematical tools for understanding them, input-output relationships, modeling templates, complex variables, Laplace transform, time-harmonic forcing and response, Fourier series and discrete Fourier transform, and coupled systems. Prereqs., MCEN 3017, 3022, and 3043. Restricted to senior MCEN majors.

MCEN 4123 (3). Vibration Analysis.
Highlights free and forced vibration of discrete and continuous systems. Examines Lagrange's equation, Fourier series, Laplace transforms, and matrix and computational methods. Applies knowledge to practical engineering problems. Prereq., MCEN 4030. Same as MCEN 5123.

MCEN 4173 (3). Finite Element Analysis.
Introductory course covering the theory behind and applications of the finite element method as a general and powerful tool to model a variety of phenomena in mechanical engineering. Applications include structural mechanics, mechanics of elastic continua, and heat conduction. Prereq., MCEN 2023 and 2063, or equivalents. Same as MCEN 5173.

MCEN 4183 (3). Mechanics of Composite Materials.
Introduces various kinds of composite materials, composite fabrication techniques, the physical and mechanical behavior of composites, and analytical and experimental methodologies. Prereq., MCEN 2063 and 3024, or equivalents. Same as MCEN 5183.

MCEN 5023 (3). Solid Mechanics 1.
Introduces stress, strain, and motion of a continuous system. Discusses material derivative; fundamental laws of mass, momentum, energy, and entropy; constitutive equations and applications to elastic and plastic materials. Prereq., MCEN 2063 or equivalent; coreq., MCEN 5020 or equivalent. Similar to ASEN 5012.

MCEN 5123 (3). Theory of Vibration.
Same as MCEN 4123.

MCEN 5173 (3). Finite Element Analysis.
Same as MCEN 4173.

MCEN 5183 (3). Mechanics of Composite Materials.
Same as MCEN 4183.

MCEN 6163 (3). Elastic Waves.
Effect of transient localized sources or dislocations in an elastic medium is studied. . Modeling and application of waves in rods, beams, and plates is emphasized. In addition, ultrasonic, nondestructive evaluation and seismological problems are discussed. Prereq., MCEN 5023 or equivalent. Recommended MCEN 5040 or equivalent.

MCEN 7123 (3). Dynamics of Continuous Media.
Reflects upon derivation of wave equations from the basic equations of dynamic elasticity. Topics include propagation of elastic waves in infinite and partially bounded media, Rayleigh waves and Love waves, Pochhammer solution for a rod, and waves in plates and in layered and anisotropic media. Prereq., MCEN 5020, 5040, and 5043, or equivalents. Same as PHYS 6680 and GEOL 6680.

MCEN 2024 (3). Materials Science.
Structure, properties, and processing of metallic, polymeric, ceramic, and composite materials. Perfect and imperfect solids; phase equilibria; transformation kinetics; mechanical behavior; material degradation. Approach incorporates both materials science and materials engineering components.

MCEN 4124 (3). Mechanical Behavior of Materials.
Addresses the relationship between material structure and the fundamental processes of deformation, yield, and fracture. Examines elements of elasticity theory, introduction to plasticity, and formulation of failure criteria. Studies basic deformation processes in terms of dislocation mechanics and macroscopic mechanical behavior. Takes into consideration the influence of compositional and processing strengthening mechanisms on mechanical properties. Prereq., MCEN 2063 and 3024.

MCEN 4134 (3). Biomechanics.
Considers the mechanical behavior of biological materials and emphasizes the relationship between structural characteristics and macroscopic behavior. Focuses first on the mechanical behavior of microscopic protein and polysaccharide elements and then on larger scale soft and hard tissue structures. Prereq., MCEN 3024 or equivalent. MCEN 4124 recommended.

MCEN 4174 (3). Failure of Engineering Materials.
Examines the failure of materials used in engineering design through a series of real world case studies. Example failure modes considered include overload, fatigue, creep, and corrosion. Example case studies include failure of aircraft, mountaineering ropes, weight training frames, and toilets. Prereqs., MCEN 2024 and 2063. Same as MCEN 5174.

MCEN 5024 (3). Materials Science 1: Principles.
Provides a unified presentation of scientific principles applicable to all materials systems. Topics include concepts of material structure from localized interatomic bonding to short- and long-range order in crystalline and noncrystalline solids; the nature and consequences of imperfections in solids; phase equilibria; and transformation kinetics. Considers metallic, polymeric, and ceramic materials. Prereq., MCEN 2024 or equivalent.

MCEN 5044 (3). Materials Science 2: Behavior.
Applies principles of materials science developed in MCEN 5024 to the study of physical and mechanical behavior of metals, polymers, ceramics, and their composites. Emphasizes structure-property relationships, use of primary and secondary processing steps to control material behavior, and influence of environment on in-service performance. Prereq., MCEN 5024 or equivalent.

MCEN 5164 (3). Fracture.
Focuses on basic mechanisms controlling fracture in brittle materials, reduction of capacity for plastic deformation in engineering materials used at high-strength levels, and selection of materials in terms of toughness as well as strength. Prereq., MCEN 4124 and 5044, or equivalent.

MCEN 5174 (3). Failure of Engineering Materials.
Same as MCEN 4174.

MCEN 6184 (3). Structure and Properties of Polymers.
Emphasizes the relationship between molecular structure and macroscopic properties. Structural aspects include chain conformation, configuration, and the crystalline and amorphous states. Discusses physical and mechanical properties with a focus on solution and phase behavior, transitions of bulk polymers, and rubber and viscoelastic behavior. Prereq., graduate standing and MCEN 5024 and 5044, or equivalent.

MCEN 1025 (3). Computer-Aided Design and Fabrication.
Introduces engineering design graphics. Includes learning a contemporary computer-aided design (CAD) software application and relevant engineering graphics concepts, such as orthographic projection, sections, engineering drawing practices, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, and an introduction to manufacturing methods. Entails a final design project using rapid prototyping. Restricted to MCEN majors.

MCEN 3025 (3). Component Design.
Application of mechanics and materials science to the detailed design of various machine elements including shafts bearings, gears, brakes, springs, and fasteners. Emphasizes application and open-ended design problems. Prereq., MCEN 2063.

MCEN 4045 (3). Mechanical Engineering Design Project 1.
First part of a two-course capstone design experience in mechanical engineering. Covers problem definition, determining design requirements, alternative design concepts, engineering analysis, proof-of-concept prototype, and CAD drawings. Students make several oral design reviews, a final design presentation, and prepare a written report. Prereq., MCEN 3025. Coreq., MCEN 4026.

MCEN 4085 (4). Mechanical Engineering Design Project 2.
Second part of a two-course capstone design experience in mechanical engineering. Includes refinement of prototype, design optimization, fabrication, testing, and evaluation. Students orally present the final design and prepare a written report and operation manual for the product. Prereq., MCEN 4026 and 4045.

MCEN 4115 (3). Mechantronics and Robotics I.
Focuses on design and construction of microprocessor- controlled electro-mechanical systems. Lectures review critical circuit topics, introduce microprocessor architecture and programming, discuss sensor and actuator component selection, robotic systems, and design strategies for complex, multi-system devices. Lab work reinforces lectures and allows hands-on experience with robotic design. Students must design and build an autonomous robotic device. Project expenses may be incurred ($50 maximum). Prereqs., MCEN 3017 or equivalent and GEEN 1300 or equivalent. Same as MCEN 5115.

MCEN 5025 (3). Computer-Aided Design of Mechanical Systems.
Instructs students in displacement, velocity, and accelerations matrix formulation of mechanisms. Emphasizes numerical methods to solve simultaneous nonlinear algebraic and differential equations modeling mechanical devices. Involves analysis and synthesis of mechanical components and systems, including planar and spatial linkages, cams, springs, shafts, and gear trains. Prereq., MCEN 4030 or equivalent, and MCEN 3025.

MCEN 5045 (3). Design for Manufacturability.
Topics include general design guidelines for manufacturability; aspects of manufacturing processes that affect design decisions; design rules to maximize manufacturability; statistical considerations; value engineering and design for assembly (manual, robotic, and automatic). Presents case studies of successful products exhibiting DFM. Prereq., MCEN 4026 or equivalent.

MCEN 5115 (3). Mechantronics and Robotics I.
Same as MCEN 4115.

MCEN 5125 (3). Optimal Design of Mechanical Components.
Applies linear and nonlinear optimization methods to the design of mechanical components and systems. Examines unconstrained and constrained optimization as well as formulation of objective functions, including cost, weight, response time, and deflection. Applies knowledge to gears, springs, cams, and linkages. Prereq., MCEN 3025 and 4030 or equivalent.

MCEN 4026 (3). Manufacturing Processes and Systems.
Engineering-science design course that examines manufacturing processes for metals, polymers, and composites as well as manufacturing systems that integrate these processes. Lecture topics include: forming, machining, joining, assembling, process integration, computer-aided manufacturing, and manufacturing system engineering. Prereq., MCEN 2024 or MCEN 3024.

MCEN 5066 (3). Principles and Practices of World Class Manufacturing.
Introduces manufacturing principles and practices that are essential to competing successfully in a global environment. Topics include manufacturing as a competitive tool, total quality management, process control, benchmarking, total productive maintenance, just in time, design of experiments, flexible manufacturing, and case studies.

MCEN 5126 (3). Applied Statistics for the Manufacturing and Process Industries.
Discusses the concepts and techniques of applied statistics essential to quality control and product/process improvement. Includes computer control (SQC/SPC), sampling methods and time series analysis, and methods of experimental design. Prereq., MCEN 4120. Same as CHEN 5127 and CVEN 5127.

MCEN 5146 (3). Applied Statistics in Research and Development.
Same as CHEN 5128.

MCEN 5166 (3). Electronics Packaging and Manufacturing.
To provide basic knowledge of the technologies and processes required for the packaging and manufacturing of electronic products. Topics covered include wafer fabrication, different levels of packaging, thermal management, life cycle engineering, printed wiring board assembly processes, and process control.

MCEN 5636 (3). Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems 1.
Addresses issues of micro-electro-mechanical systems (MEMS) modeling, design, and fabrication. Emphasizes the design and fabrication of sensors and actuators due to significance of these devices in optics, medical instruments, navigation components, communications, and robotics. Prereq., instructor consent.

MCEN 3017 (3). Circuits and Electronics.
Introductory course covers analysis of electric circuits by use of Ohm's law, network reduction, node and loop analysis, Thevenin's and Norton's theorems, DC and AC signals, transient response of simple circuits, transfer functions, basic diode and transistor circuits, and operational amplifiers. Prereqs., APPM 2360 and PHYS 1140. Same as ECEN 3010.

MCEN 3027 (3). Measurements Lab.
Fundamentals of measurements: resolution, frequency response, calibration, and digital data acquisition. Uncertainty analysis. Comparison of measurements with empirical first- and second-order models. Written and oral technical communication. One hour of lecture and six hours of hands-on laboratory experience in teams. Prereqs., PHYS 1140, WRTG 3030, and either MCEN 3017 or ECEN 2250.

MCEN 4027 (3). Mechanical Engineering Laboratory.
One lecture and six hours of lab per week. Gives students the opportunity to participate in laboratory projects that extend over several weeks. Takes experiments from solid mechanics, fluid mechanics, thermal science, and materials science. Emphasizes planning an experiment, applying sound experimental procedures, keeping proper records, and communicating results orally and in lab reports. Includes a library research project that is presented orally to the class. Prereqs., MCEN 2063, 3022, 3024, and 3027.

MCEN 4117 (3). Anatomy and Physiology for Engineers.
Understanding human physiological function from an engineering, specifically mechanical engineering, viewpoint. Introduction to human anatomy and physiology with a focus on learning fundamental concepts and applying engineering (mass transfer, fluid dynamics, mechanics, modeling) analysis. Restricted to senior engineering majors. Same as MCEN 5117.

MCEN 5027 (1). Graduate Seminar.
Offers weekly presentations by visiting speakers, faculty, and students. May be repeated up to 6 total credit hours.

MCEN 5117 (3). Anatomy and Physiology for Engineers.
Same as MCEN 4117.

MCEN 1208 (1-3). Special Topics in Mechanical Engineering.
Subject matter to be selected from topics of current interest. Credit to be arranged. Numbered MCEN 1208--1298. Prereq., instructor consent.

MCEN 3208 (1-3). Special Topics in Mechanical Engineering.
Subject matter to be selected from topics of current interest. Credit to be arranged. Numbered MCEN 3208--3298. Prereq., instructor consent.

MCEN 4128 (3). Special Topics.
Prereq., MCEN 4025 or equivalent.

MCEN 4208 (1-3). Special Topics in Mechanical Engineering.
Subject matter to be selected from topics of current interest. Credit to be arranged. Numbered MCEN 4208--4298. Prereq., instructor consent.

MCEN 4228 (1-4). Special Topics.
May be repeated up to 15 credit hours. Same as MCEN 5228.

MCEN 4278 (3). Special Topics.
Same as MCEN 5268.

MCEN 4848 (1-6). Independent Study.
Subjects arranged in consultation with undergraduate advisor to fit the needs of the particular student. Numbered MCEN 4848--4898. Prereq., senior standing.

MCEN 5208 (1-4). Special Topics.
Credit hours and subject matter to be arranged. Numbered MCEN 5208--5298.

MCEN 5228 (1-4). Special Topics.
May repeated up to 15 total credit hours. Same as MCEN 4228.

MCEN 5248 (1-3). Special Topics.

MCEN 5268 (3). Special Topics.
Same as MCEN 4278.

MCEN 5848 (1-6). Independent Study.
Available only through approval of graduate advisor. Subjects arranged to fit the needs of the particular student. Numbered MCEN 5848--5898. Prereq., graduate standing.

MCEN 5898 (1-6). Independent Study.
Available only through approval of graduate advisor. Subjects arranged to fit the needs of the particular student. Numbered MCEN 5848--5898. Prereq., graduate standing.

MCEN 6228 (3). Special Topics.

MCEN 6278 (3). Special Topics.

MCEN 6848 (1-6). Independent Study.
Available only through approval of graduate advisor. Subjects arranged to fit the needs of the particular student. Numbered MCEN 6848--6898. Prereq., graduate standing.

MCEN 6898 (1-6). Independent Study.
Available only through approval of graduate advisor. Subjects arranged to fit the needs of the particular student. Numbered MCEN 6848--6898. Prereq., graduate standing.

MCEN 7208 (1-4). Special Topics.
Credit and subject matter to be arranged. Numbered MCEN 7208--7298.

MCEN 6949 (1-3). Master's Degree Candidacy.

MCEN 6959 (1-6). Master's Thesis.

MCEN 8999 (16-24). Doctoral Thesis.