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ATRG 6043 Global Practice in Health Care (3 Hours)
In-depth analysis of healthcare systems in the U.S. and abroad. Comparison of a variety of aspects that influence the healthcare system in both the U.S. and other countries. Involves required faculty led international travel for completion of the course.
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ATRG 7116 Preventative, Immediate, and Emergent Care of Injury (6 hours)
The etiology, pathology, and recognition of clinical signs and symptoms of injury and illness. Includes knowledge and techniques for the prevention, recognition, emergent and/or immediate care, and treatment of injuries and illnesses.
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ATRG 7143 Foundations of Therapeutic Intervention (3 hours)
Theoretical background for clinical application of therapeutic modalities and therapeutic rehabilitation. Principles of electrophysics, biophysics and biomechanics; specific physiological effects; as well as indications and contraindications related to specific techniques used in therapeutic modalities and therapeutic rehabilitation. Prerequisite: MAT Program Admission.
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ATRG 7216 Clinical Evaluation and Therapeutic Intervention I (6 hours)
Orthopedic injury to the lower extremity and thorax are discussed. Injury and chronic
conditions are discussed in terms of prevention, etiology, pathology, recognition and evaluation, immediate care, and therapeutic intervention. Techniques and clinical skills will encompass initial assessment, therapeutic modality utilization, and techniques of rehabilitation. Prerequisite: ATRG 7143 with a grade of B or higher.
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ATRG 7223 Research for Practice (3 hours)
Focus will be placed on forming and researching PICO clinical research questions, as well as the application of research findings into clinical decision making and further study. Prerequisite: AHS 4043 or equivalent.
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ATRG 7316 Clinical Evaluation and Therapeutic Intervention II (6 hours)
Orthopedic injury to the upper extremity, head and spine are discussed. Injury and chronic conditions are discussed in terms of prevention, etiology, pathology, recognition and evaluation, immediate care, and therapeutic intervention.
Techniques and clinical skills will encompass initial assessment, therapeutic modality
utilization, and techniques of rehabilitation. Prerequisite: ATRG 7216 or 5216.
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ATRG 7323 Pathophysiology for the Allied Health Professional (3 Hours)
Investigate common pathologies and how they may alter the function of the systems of the body. Special attention will be paid to common pathologies seen in the athletic training setting as well as the position statements put out by the NATA. Appropriate modifications to physical activity and rehabilitation will be discussed.
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ATRG 7416 Clinical Evaluation and Therapeutic Intervention III (6 hours)
Investigation of general medical illnesses, diseases, and conditions that affect the physically active. Focus is placed on the etiology, pathology, clinical presentation, diagnosis, treatment, and referral of patients. Pharmacology and activity modifications are also discussed. Techniques and clinical skills will encompass the assessment of general medical conditions. Prerequisite: ATRG 7316
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ATRG 7423 Psychosocial Strategies and Referral (3 hours)
Common psychological principles, behavioral medicine theory, and application of theory as it relates to clinical practice in athletic training. Focus will be individual approach to treatment and referral strategies for acute and chronic psychological conditions. Prerequisite: ATRG 7316 .
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ATRG 7513 Administration and Leadership in Athletic Training (3 hours)
Administrative components of athletic training with emphasis on developing professional behaviors. The focus of this course includes legal, ethical, financial, facility, operational, administrative, and leadership issues related to professional practice. Prerequisite: ATRG 7423 .
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ATRG 7613 Athletic Training Seminar (3 hours)
A capstone course to prepare students for a career in athletic training. Students will
explore areas relating to professional responsibility and clinical practice through
participation in weekly student, faculty, and staff clinical case presentations and/or
critiques of current research. Prerequisite: ATRG 7513 .
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ATRG 7712 Supervised Practice I (2 hours)
Under the supervision of a preceptor, students will demonstrate athletic training skill acquisition while integrating knowledge into clinical decision making during the provision of direct patient care. Specifically, clinical practice will focus on the fundamentals of prevention, immediate & emergent care, and therapeutic intervention. Prerequisite: ATRG 7143 .
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ATRG 7722 Supervised Practice II (2 hours)
Under the supervision of a preceptor, students will demonstrate athletic training skill acquisition while integrating knowledge into clinical decision making during the provision of direct patient care. Specifically, clinical practice will focus on the prevention, treatment, immediate care, evaluation, and rehabilitation of the lower extremity. Prerequisite: ATRG 7712 .
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ATRG 7732 Supervised Practice III (2 hours)
Under the supervision of a preceptor, students will demonstrate athletic training skill acquisition while integrating knowledge into clinical decision making during the provision of direct patient care. Specifically, clinical practice will focus on the prevention, treatment, immediate care, evaluation, and rehabilitation of the upper extremity, as well as the recognition, evaluation, and referral of general medical and
psychosocial conditions. Prerequisite: ATRG 7722 .
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ATRG 7744 Supervised Practice IV (4 hours)
This fully immersed supervised practice which allows for professional socialization in culminating students’ professional preparation. Under the supervision of a preceptor this course provides students the opportunity to utilize and integrate all previously acquired skills and knowledge into direct patient care. Prerequisite: ATRG 7732 with a grade of B or higher.
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BIOL 6023 Environmental Microbiology (3 hours)
Environmental microbiology of soil, air, and water focusing on topics of current interest, including problems in environmental biology and their solutions as they relate to microorganisms. Prerequisites: BIOL 3084 or BIOL 3314.
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BIOL 6043 Protein Structure and Function (3 hours)
An examination of the relationship between structure and function in protein chemistry, with detailed considerations of enzyme kinetics, and protein-protein and protein-nucleic acids interactions. Prerequisites: BIOL 1603, 1611, 1703, 1711, 2124, and CHEM 3011, 3013, or 4133.
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BIOL 6054 Histology (4 hours)
Microscopic anatomy and histophysiology of tissues and organs of mammals. Correlation of structure and function is emphasized. Prerequisites: BIOL 1603, 1611, 1703, 1711, 2124; a previous physiology or anatomy course is recommended but not required.
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BIOL 6113 Pathogenic Microbiology (3 hours)
General principles of medical microbiology, microorganisms that cause disease, and details of the disease process. General principles of pathogenic mechanisms, host defense systems and disease treatment strategies are introduced and applied to the study of specific pathogens (mostly bacterial pathogens) and their accompanying diseases. Prerequisites: BIOL 1603, 1611, 1703, 1711, 2124.
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BIOL 6123-4 Selected Topics in Microbiology (3-4 hours)
Seminar that provides experience in critical reading, discussion, and writing of professional papers in the fields of microbial ecology and diversity. Prerequisites: Biology core courses (or equivalent).
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BIOL 6153 Animal Behavior (3 hours)
Introduction to classical ethology and behavioral ecology. Topics include animal communication, foraging, sexual selection, mating systems, social organization, spacing patterns, learning, evolutionarily stable strategies, alternative mating tactics, and human sociobiology. Prerequisites: BIOL 1603, 1611, 1703, 1711, 2124.
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BIOL 6163 Experimental Techniques in Molecular Biology (3 hours)
Isolate and detect RNA, DNA and protein; manipulate RNA and DNA; clone a gene of interest using polymerase chain reaction, and sequence DNA. Provides background for further work in cell biology, virology, biotechnology, disease diagnostics and microbiology. Lecture and laboratory combined four hours per week. Prerequisites: BIOL 1603, 1611, 1703, 1711, 2124.
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BIOL 6173 Principles of Neuroscience (3 hours)
Foundational topics in neuroscience, including neural/glial cell function, sensory systems, motor systems, and cognitive functions. Prerequisites: BIOL 1603, 1611, 1703, 1711, 2124; a previous physiology course is recommended but not required.
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BIOL 6193 Biotechnology and Genetic Engineering (3 hours)
Impact of new techniques in biotechnology, potential uses, limitations and ethical considerations. Topics include basic and modern concepts of genetic engineering, methodology of gene manipulation, and modern applications in agricultural, industrial, pharmaceutical, and biomedical fields. Emphasis on the engineering aspects not the genetics. Prerequisites: BIOL 1603, 1611, 1703, 1711, 2124.
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BIOL 6213 Environmental Ethics and Conservation (3 hours)
Students explore their own ethical position(s) and the basis for such positions. Through individual writing and a team presentation, students will focus on current environmental ethical questions, including the concept of a “land ethic” and learn to think ethically and critically about issues. Prerequisites: BIOL 1603, 1611, 1703, 1711, 2124.
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BIOL 6234 Comparative Animal Physiology (4 hours)
Comparisons of body functions of major vertebrate and invertebrate groups with special emphasis on adaptations for survival and for maintenance of homeostasis in a variety of environments. Prerequisites: BIOL 1603, 1611, 1703, 1711, 2124; CHEM 1011, 1013, 1021, 1023. Lecture three hours per week, laboratory three hours per week.
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BIOL 6243 Mechanisms of Animal Development (3 hours)
Analysis of mechanisms of differentiation and development in several model animal systems. Emphasis on the genetic contribution to the developmental program, cell:cell interactions and environmental factors that influence development. Prerequisites: BIOL 1603, 1601, 1703, 1701, 2124.
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BIOL 6253 Molecular Evolution (3 hours)
The evolution of macro molecules; the rates and patterns of change in DNA and proteins and the mechanism responsible for these changes. Prerequisites: BIOL 1611, 1603, 1711, 1703, 2124.
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BIOL 6263 Selected Topics in Molecular Genetics (3 hours)
Examination of current research in a selected topic in molecular genetics. The topic varies from year to year but is drawn from such areas as control of transcription in eukaryotes, DNA replication and control of chromosome structure and function. Prerequisites: BIOL 1603, 1611, 1703, 1711, 2124.
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BIOL 6283 Selected Topics in Molecular Cell Biology (3 hours)
Emphasis on examination of current research in a selected topic in molecular cell biology. The topic varies from semester to semester but is drawn from such areas as cell-cell signaling, protein targeting and transport and specialized cell physiologies. Prerequisites: BIOL 1603, 1611, 1703, 1711, 2124.
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BIOL 6333 Experimental Design (3 hours)
Exposure to the three elements of biological research: understanding the questions asked, the theoretical models used to mimic the system, and the statistical processes used to analyze the data obtained. A “hands-on” course where students are actively involved in these processes during class. Basic mathematics skills required, including algebra. Prerequisites: BIOL 1603, 1611, 1703, 1711, 2124.
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BIOL 6343 Introduction to Virology (3 hours)
An introduction to the biology of viruses. Topics include the origin, pathology, and molecular mechanisms of viruses. Lecture, reading assignments and student presentations. Prerequisites: BIOL 1603, 1611, 1703, 1711, 2124.
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BIOL 6383-4 Selected Topics in Biological Science (3-4 hours)
Emphasis on examination of current research in selected topic in biological science. The topic varies depending on the interest and expertise of the instructor. Prerequisites: BIOL 1603, 1601, 1703, 1701, 2124.
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BIOL 6443 Advanced Molecular Biology (3 hours)
Extends the basics of molecular biology from BIOL 1703, including DNA structure, chromosome structure, regulation of transcription, and translation. Examines the Central Dogma of Biology (DNA to RNA to protein) using lecture, reading and interpretation of primary literature. Prerequisites: BIOL 1603, 1611, 1703, 1711, 2124.
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BIOL 6473 Advanced Cell Biology (3 hours)
Explores cell biology, expanding on material from BIOL 1703. Topics encompass the organization and function of cellular structures and organelles. Combines both lectures and discussion/paper presentations. Prerequisites: BIOL 1603, 1611, 1703, 1711, 2124.
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BIOL 6483 Biology of Cancer (3 hours)
Current concepts, genetics, and molecular events leading to the development of human cancer from DNA mutagenesis to cellular transformation. Additional topics include cell cycle control, oncogenes, environmental sources of cancer (e.g., radiation, including radon, asbestos), histopathology, immunogenetics, tumor suppressors, metastasis, and anti-cancer treatment strategies. Prerequisites: BIOL 1603, 1611, 1703, 1711, 2124.
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BIOL 6603-4 Selected Topics in Invertebrate Zoology (3-4 hours)
Lecture or lecture/lab course emphasizing specific biological topics as they relate to invertebrates. Topics and taxa vary from semester to semester, but are drawn from field ecology, evolution, behavior, systematics and physiology of insects, crustaceans, mollusks, and others. Prerequisites: BIOL 1603, 1611, 1703, 1711, 2124.
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BIOL 6613-4 Selected Topics in Vertebrate Zoology (3-4 hours)
Lecture or lecture/lab course emphasizing specific biological topics as they relate to vertebrates. Topics and taxa vary from semester to semester, but are drawn from field ecology, evolution, behavior, systematics and physiology of fish, reptiles, birds and mammals. Prerequisites: BIOL 1603, 1611, 1703, 1711, 2124.
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BIOL 6623 Medical Botany (3 hours)
Integrated study of medicinal, psychoactive, and poisonous plants, their physiologically active constituents, and their role in historical and modern medicine. Emphasis is placed on the impact that plants have on the health of humans. Prerequisites: BIOL 1603, 1611, 1703, 1711, 2124, CHEM 3013.
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BIOL 6793 Population Ecology (3 hours)
Quantitative approach to the study of plant and animal populations with emphasis on such concepts as density, dispersal, structure, and dynamics. Prerequisites: BIOL 1603, 1601, 1703, 1701, 2124. Lecture and laboratory combined, three hours per week.
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BIOL 6823 Selected Topics in Microbiology (3 hours)
Lecture examination of current research in selected topic in microbiology. The topic varies depending on the interest and expertise of the presenter. Topics addressed may include bacterial genetics, evolution and molecular biology. Prerequisites: BIOL 1603, 1611, 1703, 1711, 2124; BIOL 3084 recommended.
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BIOL 6833 Immunology (3 hours)
Comprehensive survey of cellular and molecular mechanisms involved in host immune protection, auto immunity, and immunopathologic processes. Prerequisites: BIOL 1603, 1601, 1703, 1701, 2124.
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BIOL 7011-9 Research Experience (1-9 hours)
Research training in a laboratory or field setting typically directed toward the thesis-M.S. or Ph.D. degree under the supervision of a major professor.
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BIOL 7123 Human Genetics (3 hours)
An overview of the current knowledge in human genetics: topics include cytology, biochemical genetics, immunogenetics, population genetics, and the genetics of development, cancer and behavior. Prerequisite: A course in genetics.
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BIOL 7133 Applied Physiology I (3 hours)
Designed to provide students a clear understanding of the underlying principles of human physiology and their relevance in clinical practice. Lectures will focus on normal function of various systems of the body while small-group case discussions will explore important pathophysiological syndromes. The course will begin with a decision of basic cellular physiology which will then be applied to learning the physiology of the nervous, cardiovascular, and respiratory systems.
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BIOL 7253 Seminar in Organismic/Environmental Biology (3 hours)
Seminar in topics covering organismic, environmental and evolutionary biology. Topics vary.
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BIOL 7263 Seminar in Cell/Molecular Biology (3 hours)
Seminar in topics on cell and molecular biology. Topics vary.
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BIOL 7273 Applied Physiology II (3 hours)
Designed to provide students a clear understanding of the underlying principles of human physiology and their relevance in clinical practice. Lectures will focus on normal function of renal, gastrointestinal, endocrine and reproductive systems of the body, while small-group case discussions will explore important pathophysiological syndromes.
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BIOL 7333 Phylogenetic Theory (3 hours)
An introduction to phylogenetic theory and practice with a focus on character-based approaches (parsimony, likelihood, Bayesian inference) and distance-matrix approaches (UPGMA, neighbor-joining). Prerequisites: BIOL 1603, 1611, 1703, 1711, 2124, 2143.
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BIOL 7863 Selected Topics in Biology (3 hours)
Lecture course that focuses on different topics each semester to meet the varying interests of graduate students. Topics range from environmental and evolutionary biology to molecular and cellular biology. Topics vary.
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BIOL 7961 Residency (1 hour)
When a student has completed the required number of hours for the degree, but has not finished all of the requirements for the degree (e.g. research), he or she enrolls in Graduate Residency.
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BIOL 7981-6 Thesis (1-6 hours)
Directed research within an approved area of study. Examination and written thesis required. Prerequisite: Admission to the thesis-M.S. program.
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BIOL 7991-3 Independent Study (1-3 hours)
Individual selected study is done in association with a member of the faculty.
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BIOL 8991-9 Directed Doctoral Reading (1-9 hours)
Directed reading on some problem within an approved area of the discipline. Prerequisite: Admission to the Ph.D. program.
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BIOL 9981-9 Dissertation Research (1-9 hours)
Directed research on some problem within an approved area of the discipline. Prerequisite: Admission to the Ph.D. program.
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BUS 6973 Seminar in Business (3 hours)
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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BUS 7973 Seminar (3 hours)
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BUS 7991-3 Independent Study (1-3 hours)
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Communication Disorders Audiology |
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CDAU 6353 Auditory Options for Children Who are Deaf and Hard of Hearing (3 hours)
Overview of auditory options for communication for children who are deaf or hard of hearing. Topics include auditory brain development, auditory skill development, current technology and assistive devices, the early intervention team, parent counseling, a family-centered approach to management, classroom acoustics, and techniques to maximize functional hearing. Educational needs will be addressed.
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CDAU 6473 Auditory Rehabilitation (3 hours)
Overview of audiologic (re)habilitation for children, adults, and elderly adults. Includes primary and secondary consequences of hearing loss, hearing aids, cochlear implants and assistive listening devices, auditory and visual stimuli in communication, psychosocial aspects of hearing loss, and basic family-centered and client-centered counseling. Prerequisite: CDAU 3203.
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CDAU 7281 Graduate Clinical Practicum (1 hour)
Supervised, advanced diagnostic experiences in audiometric evaluation techniques.
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Communication Disorders Speech-Language Pathology |
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CDSP 6033 Infants and Toddlers at Risk (3 hours)
Presents the development of the infant and toddler along with assessment and intervention strategies utilized by speech-language pathologists working in early intervention settings. Family issues, counseling and writing the IFSP are also considered. Prerequisite: CDSP 2023.
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CDSP 6163 Evaluation of Speech and Language Disorders (3 hours)
Administration and interpretation of standardized tests related to speech and language disorders. Diagnosis of students who receive a psychoeducational evaluation is also presented. Prerequisites: CDSP 3033; PSY 2023 or SOC 2023.
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CDSP 7083 Orofacial Anomalies (3 hours)
An in-depth study of the nature of congenital craniofacial anomalies including clefts of the lip and palate and velopharyngeal dysfunction in both children and adults. Surgical, prosthetic, and behavioral interventions are discussed. The role of the speech-language pathologist as part of an interdisciplinary team is emphasized. Management strategies and assessment for clients of various ages and with diverse speech characteristics are addressed. Prerequisite: CDSP 3053 or equivalent.
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CDSP 7113 Cognitive Communication Disorders (3 hours)
A study of cognitive-communication disorders caused by different types of neurological damage. Direct and indirect management and intervention techniques for the speech-language pathologist are discussed. This course covers assessment and treatment issues related to dementia, traumatic brain injury, and right hemisphere dysfunction. The nature and effects of these conditions upon speech, language, and cognitive-linguistic skills are included as well as the latest research into brain injury.
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CDSP 7123 Motor Speech Disorders (3 hours)
This course is an in-depth study of the nature of dysarthria, apraxia, and other motor speech disorders in both children and adults. Differential diagnosis between dysarthria, apraxia, and other motor speech disorders and between dysarthria subtypes is emphasized. Management strategies for clients of various ages and with diverse speech characteristics are stressed. Prerequisite: permission of instructor.
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CDSP 7133 School Age Language Disorders (3 hours)
This course focuses on the etiologies and characteristics of language and literacy disorders in children of school age. The relationships between oral language, instructional discourse, and narrative skills as well as reading, spelling and writing skills are presented. Standardized language, reading and writing tests are presented as well as techniques for enhancing and remediating language and literacy skills in the classroom. Prerequisites: CDSP 2023 and CDSP 3033 or equivalent.
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CDSP 7143 Aphasia and Neurology (3 hours)
Covers the neuroanatomy and neurophysiology of adult communication, as well as the nature, assessment, and treatment of acquired language disorders.
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CDSP 7153 Voice Disorders (3 hours)
Disorders of voice resulting from organic and functional changes in the vocal mechanism, including their etiology, symptomology, diagnosis, and treatment. Prerequisite: CDSP 3053 or permission of instructor.
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CDSP 7163 Communication Modalities and Special Populations (3 hours)
This course addresses the philosophy, evaluation techniques, and criteria used to prescribe and fit alternative communication devices and systems. Language development and intervention using augmentative/alternative communication systems for persons with severe communication disorders is also described and discussed. A variety of high and low tech products, direct access and scanning devices, and switch types will be studied.
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CDSP 7181 Graduate Clinical Practicum (1 hour)
Supervised diagnostic/therapeutic experiences designed to meet specific student needs and ASHA requirements. Prerequisite: CDSP 4163 or CDSP 6163 or its equivalent.
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CDSP 7212 Fluency Disorders (2 hours)
Covers the nature, causes, and characteristics of developmental stuttering, neurogenic stuttering, and cluttering, as well as the assessment and treatment of these fluency disorders.
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CDSP 7253 Techniques of Research and Evaluation (3 hours)
Studies of the nature and functions of research and evaluation featuring characteristics of the most common types of investigation. Includes the study of operationalism, hypothesis formulation and testing, experimental and quasi-experimental design, data collection, theory development and verification, and applications of basic data analytic techniques.
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CDSP 7273 Dysphagia (3 hours)
Covers anatomy and neurophysiology of the swallowing mechanism in relation to pediatric and adult swallowing. Evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of swallowing problems in children and adults including videofluoroscopic and endoscopic evaluations with case studies will be addressed.
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CDSP 7282 Graduate Clinical Practicum (2 hours)
Supervised intermediate diagnostic/therapeutic experiences meeting student needs and ASHA requirements. Prerequisite: CDSP 7181 .
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CDSP 7381 Graduate Clinical Practicum (1 hour)
Supervised advanced diagnostic/therapeutic experiences meeting student needs and ASHA requirements. Prerequisite: CDSP 7282 .
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CDSP 7481-4 Clinical Externship and School Practicum (1 - 4 Hours)
Placement in a medical setting and public schools for an extensive and concentrated diagnostic/therapeutic experience. Prerequisite: CDSP 7181 , CDSP 7282 , CDSP 7381 and recommendation of clinical faculty.
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CDSP 7863 Special Topics (3 hours)
Variety of topics reflecting changes in the knowledge base of the field and/or alteration in requirements of certification and licensure.
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CDSP 7912-4 Research and Paper (2-4 hours)
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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CDSP 7961 Residency (1 hour)
See Graduate Residency (7961)
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CDSP 7971-3 Seminar (1-3 hours)
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CDSP 7981-5 Research and Thesis (1-5 hours)
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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CDSP 7991-3 Independent Study (1-3 hours)
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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Chemical Engineering |
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CHE 6033 Plasma Materials (3 Hours)
Seeks to integrate fundamentals and functional applications of nanomaterials. Chemical Engineering concepts in nanochemistry are discussed. Principles of plasma and the differences between neutral gas and plasma synthesis approaches are described in detail. Emerging functional applications of these nanomaterials and the plasma catalysis technique are presented. Permission of instructor required.
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CHE 6103 Process Component Design (3 hours)
Open-ended problems in economic designed chemical process components. Economic aspects of engineering including evaluating alternative courses of action, depreciation, replacement analysis, and process optimization. Lecture 2 hours per week, laboratory 3 hours per week. Prerequisites: Approval of graduate coordinator.
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CHE 6123 Chemical Process Health and Safety (3 hours)
Technical fundamentals of chemical process safety including toxicology and industrial hygiene, vapor and liquid release and dispersion modeling, flammability characterization, fire and explosion prevention, relief and explosion venting, hazard identification and risk assessment, spill response and remediation. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor.
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CHE 6133 Industrial Catalysis (3 hours)
Heterogeneous catalysis from a practical perspective. Properties and manufacture of catalytic materials, industrially important catalytic reactions, and design of catalytic reactors. Prerequisite: Approval of graduate coordinator.
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CHE 6153 Risk Management and Optimization in the Chemical Process Industry (3 hours)
Introduction to modeling approaches and computational solution methods for linear and nonlinear optimization problems with and without constraints and the application of these approaches for the solution of problems in chemical process industry. Application of quantitative decision making tools in design and operation of chemical process industry. Prerequisites: Approval of graduate coordinator.
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CHE 6423 Natural Gas Plant Design (3 hours)
The application of chemical engineering and economic principles to the design of natural gas plant equipment; includes use of state-of-the-art simulation packages. Prerequisite: Approval of graduate coordinator.
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CHE 6463 Chemical Reactor Design (3 hours)
Application of the rates of homogeneous and heterogeneous reactions to the design and the engineering evaluation of chemical reactors. Prerequisite: Approval of graduate coordinator.
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CHE 6483 Chemical Engineering Plant Design (3 hours)
Design of chemical and petrochemical plants and process equipment. Evaluation of the economic, safety, health, and environmental aspects of a proposed project. Use of spreadsheets and state-of-the-art process simulators. Oral and written reports. Prerequisite: Approval of graduate coordinator.
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CHE 6563 Environmental Engineering (3 hours)
Pollution control and waste management. Municipal and industrial water and wastewater treatment. Ground water protection and remediation. Air pollution sources and remediation. Solid waste management. Hazardous waste management and treatment. Environmental law and regulations. Prerequisite: Approval of graduate coordinator.
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CHE 6573 Biochemical Engineering (3 Hours)
Enzyme-catalyzed reactions: kinetics and industrial applications. Microbial cell growth and fermentation. Sterilization, agitation, aeration, bioreactor design, and downstream processing. Genetic engineering: DNA, RNA, genetic recombinants. Prerequisite: Approval of graduate coordinator.
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CHE 6583 Petroleum Refinery Design (3 hours)
The application of chemical engineering principles to the design of petroleum refinery equipment, including crude fractionators, heat exchangers, and fired heaters. Computer simulation is emphasized. Prerequisite: Approval of graduate coordinator.
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CHE 6863 Special Topics (3 hours)
Special topics in Chemical Engineering.
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CHE 7003 Fluid Mechanics (3 hours)
Motion of ideal, Newtonian, and non-Newtonian fluids. Continuity and Navier-Stokes equations. Turbulence and boundary-layer theories. Flow through conduits. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. Corequisite: MATH 6543 /4143.
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CHE 7023 Thermodynamics (3 hours)
An advanced study of the laws of thermodynamics with special emphasis on application to physical properties and phase transitions. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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CHE 7033 Reaction Kinetics (3 hours)
A study of chemical reaction rates and mechanisms. The design of batch and flow reactors. Catalytic reactions, reactor stability, and non-ideal reactors are emphasized. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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CHE 7043 Heat and Mass Transfer (3 hours)
Basic transport equations as applied to momentum, mass, and heat transfer. Heat and mass transfer coefficients in laminar and turbulent flow and for binary and multi-component systems. Boundary layers. Models, analogies, multiphase systems, coupled transport processes. Co-requisite: MATH 6543 /4143. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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CHE 7103 Catalysis (3 hours)
Kinetics of catalytic processes; catalytic surfaces and surface phenomena; catalyst preparation and evaluation; catalyst deactivation; heat and mass transfer effects; homogeneous catalysis. Applications to the design of catalytic reactors. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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