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Management |
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MGT 4973 Seminar in Management
(3 hours)
Selected topics in management. Prerequisite: Senior standing or permission of instructor.
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MGT 4991-3 Independent Study
(3 hours)
Independent or directed study. Prerequisites: MGT 3003 with a grade of C or higher and permission of instructor, department chair, and associate dean.
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Marketing |
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MKTG 2013 Applied Creativity and Innovation
(3 hours)
Students will learn the creative process and design thinking processes and how creativity drives innovation. Tools will be used to explore multiple solutions to market-oriented problems. Founded in research in the fields of creativity and innovation, students will explore the theoretical underpinnings to achieve practical outcomes.
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MKTG 3003 Principles of Marketing
(3 hours)
Introduction to the marketing discipline, including pertinent terms, concepts, frameworks, theories, and the combination of product, distribution, promotion, and price that make up an organization’s marketing strategy. Prerequisites: Junior standing; ENGL 1033 , ACCT 2113 and ACCT 2123 , ECON 2013 and ECON 2023 , MATH 1143 and MATH 1243 , BL 2013 , QM 2013 and QM 2023 with grades of C or higher; FYE 1001 , BUS 2001 , and CIS 1001 with grades of P.
Non-business students pursuing a marketing minor; arts, culture and entertainment management major; or organizational studies major must have junior standing and complete the following prerequisites with a grade of C or higher before enrolling in MKTG 3003 : ACCT 2113 , ECON 2023 , and QM 2013 .
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MKTG 3013 Consumer Behavior
(3 hours)
Analysis of the nature of the buying process; the psychological, social, and economic influences affecting consumer choice, particularly from the perspective of a manager in marketing strategy development. Prerequisite: MKTG 3003 with a grade of C or higher.
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MKTG 3023 Marketing Channels
(3 hours)
Alternative marketing channels connecting producer and consumer; characteristics of different marketing institutions; and recent trends in channels and institutions. Prerequisite: MKTG 3003 with a grade of C or higher.
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MKTG 3033 Integrated Marketing Communications
(3 hours)
Addresses the coordinated use of five major promotional elements: advertising, promotions, public relations, personal selling, and direct marketing. Prerequisite: MKTG 3003 with a grade of C or higher.
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MKTG 3043 Sales and Sales Management
(3 hours)
Principles, methods, and problems in the management of a sales organization. Covers the selling process and the job of the sales manager. Examines the process of developing partnerships with customers and coordinating sales with other functional areas. Prerequisite: MKTG 3003 with a grade of C or higher.
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MKTG 3063 Fundamentals of Not-for-Profit Marketing
(3 hours)
Introduces the non-business student to the basics of marketing in the not-for-profit arena. The course will not only delve into the theoretical precepts of marketing, but also will address the practical applications of these in not-for-profit organizations. Differences and similarities between marketing in businesses and in not-for-profits will be highlighted.
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MKTG 3073 Marketing Research
(3 hours)
The research process with emphasis on evaluation and interpretation of marketing research. Prerequisite: MKTG 3003 with a grade of C or higher.
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MKTG 3083 Principles of Advertising
(3 hours)
Emphasis on the theoretical and practical role of advertising as it fulfills corporate marketing strategies. Prerequisite: MKTG 3003 with a grade of C or higher.
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MKTG 3103 Marketing Innovation Development
(3 hours)
Insights into the creative process and how creativity is used to develop innovative solutions to marketing problems as well as innovative products to address market needs. Makes use of hands-on projects to solve real-world marketing problems through stimulating the creative problem-solving process. Prerequisite: MKTG 3003 with a grade of C or higher.
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MKTG 3173 Sports Management and Marketing
(3 hours)
Focuses on the strategic role that sales and marketing have in generating revenue in sports business. Topics include how firms use sports to promote consumer demand; media revenue for leagues and teams; the evolution of sponsorships; the importance of ticket sales; merchandising including branding and licensing; and food and beverage as a marketing tool. Prerequisite: MGT 2143 with a grade of C or higher or P. Same as MGT 3173 .
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MKTG 3213 Survey of Global Supply Chain Management
(3 hours)
Focuses on global supply chain logistics, operations, design and administration. The terminology, concepts and methodologies will be introduced during lecture and reinforced with discussions, case study analysis, current event discussion, student presentations, student-led discussions and assignments. Prerequisite: MKTG 3003 with a grade of C or higher.
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MKTG 3993 Independent Study
(3 hours)
Offered to advanced undergraduate students for individual study in a specialized field of interest. Students individually plan their programs of study and prepare a formal report of their work. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor, department chair, and associate dean.
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MKTG 4013 Social Responsibility in Business
(3 hours)
Examines the place of ethics and social responsibility in business decision-making. Focuses on the impact of ethical problems and dilemmas on a firm’s stakeholders. Prerequisite: MKTG 3003 with a grade of C or higher. Same as MGT 4013 .
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MKTG 4033 Business to Business Marketing
(3 hours)
An exploration of the world of marketing to organizations, and how that is different from marketing to consumers. Emphasis will be placed on the importance of “partnering” with customers. Prerequisite: MKTG 3003 with a grade of C or higher.
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MKTG 4043 Services Marketing
(3 hours)
Introduces, discusses, and analyzes several topics important to service businesses, such as the unique challenges involved in marketing and managing services, the potential competitive advantage of service, and the critical roles of employees and customers in service delivery, customer satisfaction, and service recovery. Prerequisite: MKTG 3003 with a grade of C or higher.
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MKTG 4083 Marketing Management
(3 hours)
Examines the marketing planning and managerial decision-making processes, with emphasis on problem identification, environmental analysis, strategy formulation, implementation, and evaluation and control. Requires creative application of knowledge acquired in other business areas. Prerequisites: MKTG 3013 and MKTG 3073 .
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MKTG 4093 International Marketing
(3 hours)
Examines the international marketing environment, including economic, cultural, legal, international institutions, etc. and the adoption of appropriate strategies for a global marketplace. Prerequisite: MKTG 3003 with a grade of C or higher.
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MKTG 4203 Marketing Analytics
(3 hours)
Students will learn how to analyze marketing data to help make decisions about market segmentation and target market selection; new product and service development; product positioning; and allocation of marketing mix expenditures to accomplish objectives. Prerequisite: MKTG 3073 .
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MKTG 4413 Digital Marketing
(3 hours)
Students will learn how to analyze marketing data to help make decisions about market segmentation and target market selection; new product and service development; product positioning; and allocation of marketing mix expenditures to accomplish objectives. Prerequisite: MKTG 3003 with a grade of C or higher or P.
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MKTG 4503 Internship in Marketing
(3 hours)
Combines work experience and academic experience in the area of marketing. Prerequisite: MKTG 3003 and approval of instructor prior to beginning internship.
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MKTG 4973 Seminar in Marketing
(3 hours)
Selected topics in marketing. Examines selected timely topics of importance in marketing. Involves in-depth analyses of such critical topics as product innovation, branding, sustainability, and counterfeiting. Prerequisite: MKTG 3003 with a grade of C or higher.
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MKTG 4991-3 Independent Study
(1-3 hours)
Independent or directed study. Appropriate for advanced undergraduate students who seek specialized focus on a marketing topic of interest. Students individually follow a customized plan and prepare a formal report of their work. Prerequisites: MKTG 3003 with a grade of C or higher and permission of instructor, department chair, and associate dean.
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Master of Business Administration |
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MBA 5033 Operations Management
(3 hours)
A focus on the decisions arising in the management of operations, with an emphasis on how firms can better design and control their operations so they can more effectively align their supply with the demand for their products and services and gain competitive advantage. Includes operations strategy, process analysis.
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MBA 5043 Corporate and Business Strategy
(3 hours)
All content objectives are covered through the use of case studies and a simulation. Selected case studies detail the competitive environment of an industry and at least two competitors within that industry. Teams will assume the role of top decision makers from the perspective of each firm and from the perspective of an industry.
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Master of Energy Business |
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MEB 5083 The Business of Renewable Energy and Alternative Fuels
(3 hours)
Principles and practices of doing business in the renewable energy and alternative fuels sectors. Investigates the feasibility and economics of competing energy sources and technologies and considers their contribution to a total systems approach to energy business. Includes concepts of innovation, relevant business models, the use of government incentives, and related topics.
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MEB 5193 Energy Analytics and the Digital Energy Enterprise
(3 hours)
Survey of current principles and practices of business analytics embraced by the energy industry, with a focus on the evolving digital transformation of energy organizations and their operations. Includes cases, examples, and applications from the oil, gas, and power sectors.
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Mathematics |
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MATH 1001 Introduction to Mathematics
(1 hour)
An overview and introduction to the field of mathematics.
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MATH 1043 Essentials of Algebra
(3 hours)
A comprehensive review of real number properties and operations, equations and inequalities and their graphs, rules of exponents, and operations on polynomials. Mathematical modeling to translate, solve and interpret applied problems. Students with credit for a higher level math course may only enroll with instructor permission.
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MATH 1083 Contemporary Mathematics
(3 hours)
Contemporary topics are addressed through a mathematical approach. Quantitative topics from fields such as applied mathematics, discrete mathematics, and statistics are applied to areas such as social choice, management science, finances, information science, and art. Prerequisites: Three years of high school mathematics and a passing score on the ACT or the University mathematics placement examination.
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MATH 1143 Mathematical Functions
(3 hours)
A functional approach to topics in algebra, exponents and logarithms and introductory trigonometry. Includes applications of functions to business, life, and social sciences. A student with credit for MATH 1163 cannot enroll in this course without instructor permission.
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MATH 1163 Pre-calculus Mathematics
(3 hours)
Intensive calculus preparatory course emphasizing a functional approach to topics in algebra, trigonometry, exponents and logarithms, and analytic geometry that are essential to the study of calculus. Students should consult with advisor to determine whether this course can be taken for credit in a particular degree program. Prerequisites: Equivalent of two years high school algebra and one year plane geometry, or the University mathematics placement examination, or MATH 1043 .
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MATH 1243 Applied Calculus
(3 hours)
Calculus for students of business and the social and life sciences. Includes differential and integral calculus concepts and applications, including polynomial, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Prerequisite: MATH 1143 .
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MATH 2014 Calculus I
(4 hours)
Theory and application of the differential calculus of polynomial, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions. Graphical, numerical and analytical solutions to applied problems involving derivatives. Introduction to the integral. Prerequisites: MATH 1163 or equivalent, and passing score on the University mathematics placement examination.
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MATH 2024 Calculus II
(4 hours)
Definite and indefinite integrals of functions of a single variable. Applications of integration. Improper integrals. Infinite series. Parametric equations and complex numbers. Prerequisite: MATH 2014 .
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MATH 2073 Calculus III
(3 hours)
Vector geometry, algebra and calculus. Partial and directional derivatives. Double and triple integrals. Vector fields. Line and surface integrals. Theorems of Green, Stokes and Gauss. Prerequisite: MATH 2024 .
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MATH 3013 Discrete Mathematics
(3 hours)
Theory and applications of mathematical models fundamental to the analysis of discrete problems. Introduction to set theory, relations, and functions. Principles of counting and other combinatorial problems. Introduction to graph theory and its application to algorithm analysis. Formal logic, methods of proof, and correctness of algorithms. Recursion and recursive definitions. Prerequisite: MATH 2014 or permission of instructor. Same as CS 3013 .
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MATH 3033 Introduction to Advanced Mathematics
(3 hours)
Introduction to mathematical logic, sets, relations, functions, and cardinality. Introduction to theorem proving. Prerequisite: MATH 2024 .
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MATH 3063 Introduction to Number Theory
(3 hours)
Diophantine equations. Congruence relations and order. Quadratic reciprocity. Mobius inversion. Dirichlet series. Prerequisite: MATH 3033 .
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MATH 3073 Differential Equations
(3 hours)
First, second, and higher order equations. Systems of differential equations. Analytic methods of solution. Applications to science and engineering. Prerequisite: MATH 2024 .
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MATH 3513 Modern Geometries
(3 hours)
Topics in Euclidean and Non-Euclidean Geometry. Recommended for prospective secondary math teachers. Prerequisite: MATH 3033 .
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MATH 3553 Modern Algebra
(3 hours)
An introduction to abstract algebra. Groups, rings, and fields. Mappings and quotients. Applications to other areas of mathematics and science. Prerequisite: MATH 3033 or permission of instructor.
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MATH 3971 Seminar in Mathematics
(1 hour)
Offered to selected students who show promise of advanced work at the undergraduate level. Topics leading to a deeper understanding of basic college mathematics will be considered. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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MATH 4003 Advanced Calculus I
(3 hours)
Rigorous development of elementary calculus. Limits, continuity, derivatives, Taylor’s formula. The Riemann integral. Infinite series. Prerequisites: MATH 3033 and MATH 3073 .
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MATH 4013 Advanced Calculus II
(3 hours)
Rigorous development of multivariable calculus. Derivatives and integrals. Fourier series. Differential forms. Prerequisite: MATH 4003 .
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MATH 4053 Differential Geometry
(3 hours)
The geometry of curves and surfaces from a modern point of view. Frenet frames. Curvature. Fundamental forms. Invariants. Applications to architecture and engineering. Prerequisites: MATH 2073 and MATH 3033 , or permission of instructor.
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MATH 4083 Introduction to Topology
(3 hours)
Introduction to point-set topology. Topological and metric spaces. Continuous functions. Products and quotients. Compact and connected spaces. Prerequisite: MATH 3033 .
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MATH 4123 Linear Algebra and Matrix Theory
(3 hours)
Systems of linear equations. Eigenvalues and eigenvectors. Finite dimensional vector spaces. Linear transformations with applications. Numerical solutions of systems of linear equations. Prerequisite: MATH 2024 .
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MATH 4133 Introduction to Complex Functions
(3 hours)
Complex numbers and functions. Complex derivatives and integrals. Taylor and Laurent series, residues. Conformal mapping with applications. Prerequisite: MATH 2073 .
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MATH 4143 Introduction to Partial Differential Equations
(3 hours)
Fourier series. Sturm-Liouville problems. The heat, Laplace, and wave equations. Separation of variables. Eigenfunction expansion. Fourier and Laplace transformations. Green’s functions. Canonical forms of second-order linear equations. Method of characteristics. Asymptotic expansion techniques. Prerequisite: MATH 3073 .
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MATH 4213 Mathematical Modeling
(3 hours)
The process of construction, analysis, and validation of mathematical models for continuous and discrete problems based on concrete examples. Projects are required. Prerequisite: MATH 3073 .
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MATH 4353 History of Mathematics
(3 hours)
Overview of the history of mathematics from ancient Egypt to the present. Appropriate for undergraduate math and math education majors as well as students working toward master’s degrees in math/science education. Prerequisite: MATH 2014 .
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MATH 4373 Mathematical Concepts and Reasoning
(3 hours)
Topics in mathematics relevant to the teaching of mathematics in elementary and middle schools, including geometry, logic, mathematical problem solving, and use of technology in the teaching of mathematics. Prerequisites: One of the following MATH 1143 , MATH 1163 or MATH 1243 ; MATH 1083 ; STAT 2013 ; and junior standing.
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MATH 4503 Introduction to Numerical Methods
(3 hours)
Error analysis of computer arithmetic. Solution of nonlinear equations. Roots of polynomials. Interpolation and approximation methods. Numerical differentiation and integration. Initial value problems for ordinary differential equations. Prerequisites: MATH 2024 .
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MATH 4703 Numerical Methods for Initial and Boundary Value Problems
(3 hours)
Basic numerical methods for solving initial value problems and boundary value problems for differential equations arising in science and engineering are studied. Finite difference methods for elliptic, parabolic, and hyperbolic partial differential equations are emphasized. Introduction to the mathematics and use of the finite element method is included. Prerequisite: MATH 2073 or permission of instructor.
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MATH 4863 Special Topics in Mathematics
(3 hours)
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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MATH 4983 Senior Thesis
(3 hours)
Each student investigates a mathematical topic not covered by his or her previous undergraduate work. Submission of a written thesis and an oral presentation is required. Prerequisites: Senior standing and departmental approval.
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MATH 4991-3 Independent Study
(1-3 hours)
Independent or group studies on special topics. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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MATH 5013 Advanced Mathematical Modeling
(3 hours)
The process of construction, analysis, and validation of dynamic and discrete mathematical models for the physical sciences. Computer implementation and subsequent assessment of mathematical models. Introduction to the Mathematica programming environment. Prerequisites: MATH 3073 and MATH 4123 or permission of instructor.
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MATH 5053 Dynamical Systems
(3 hours)
Mathematical and computational techniques for examining continuous and discrete nonlinear systems of ordinary differential equations. Linear stability analysis.1D and 2D phase portraits and bifurcation analysis. Limit cycles. Chaos. Applications to engineering, biology, physics and chemistry. Prerequisite: MATH 3073 .
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MATH 5103 Advanced Differential Equations
(3 hours)
Series solutions. Distributions and wak solutions for initial and boundary value problems. Perturbation methods. Nonlinear partial differential equations. Complex variable techniques. Systems of partial differential equations. Prerequisite: MATH 3073 .
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MATH 5203 Dynamical Systems
(3 hours)
Mathematical and computational techniques for examining continuous and discrete nonlinear systems of ordinary differential equations. Linear stability analysis. 1D and 2D phase portraits and bifurcation analysis. Limit cycles. Chaos. Applications to engineering, biology, physics and chemistry. Prerequisite: MATH 3073 .
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MATH 5243 Computational Linear Algebra
(3 hours)
Computational techniques for the solution of systems of linear and non-linear algebraic equations. Emphasis on the intelligent use of existing software packages. Laboratory exercises using matrix-based computational environments required. Same as CS 5243 . Prerequisite: MATH 4123 .
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MATH 5253 Numerical Optimization
(3 hours)
An introduction to numerical techniques for unconstrained and constrained optimization. Applications to nonlinear regression and science and engineering problems.
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MATH 5273 Numerical Differential Equations
(3 hours)
Numerical analysis of engineering and scientific problems with special emphasis on discrete techniques for ordinary and/or partial differential equations, and on problem formulation and solution. Prerequisites: MATH 3073 , CS 1043 or CS 2503 and Mathematica, or permission of instructor.
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MATH 5283 Applied Functional Analysis
(3 hours)
Metric spaces. The fixed point theorem and its application to linear algebraic systems, differential equations, and integral equations. Normed spaces. Inner product spaces. Operators on abstract spaces. Approximation theory.
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MATH 5293 Linear Functional Analysis
(3 hours)
Linear functional equations in Banach and Hilbert spaces. The Riesz representation theorem, open mapping theorem, and Fredholm alternative, and their applications.
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MATH 5353 Discrete and Integral Transforms
(3 hours)
Fourier, Laplace, Wavelet and other discrete and continuous transforms with applications to the analytic solution of partial differential equations, data compression, image processing and filtering.
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MATH 5423 Probability
(3 hours)
Introduction to probability theory. Probability spaces. Random variables. Distribution functions. Conditional probability and expectation. Introduction to stochastic processes including Markov chains. Prerequisites: MATH 2073 and STAT 4813 , or permission of instructor.
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MATH 5503 Stochastic Modeling and Simulation
(3 hours)
Classical and Bayesian statistical inference. Comparison and validation of models. Random number generation and stochastic simulation including Markov Chain Monte Carlo methods. Prerequisite: STAT 4813 or permission of instructor.
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MATH 5533 Applied Regression
(3 hours)
Methods for fitting deterministic models to data in the presence of noise. Least squares. Statistical analysis. Empirical response. Surface optimization in the presence of noise. Nonlinear models. Prerequisite: STAT 4813 .
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MATH 5553 Statistical Learning
(3 hours)
Statistical methods in supervised and unsupervised learning including classification and clustering, regularization and shrinkage for high dimensional data sets, non-linear models. Applications using these methods will be explored. Prerequisites: STAT 4813 and MATH 4123 or equivalents and permission of instructor.
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MATH 5613 Mathematical Biology
(3 hours)
Biological modeling with ordinary and partial differential equations. Emphasis on formation, analysis, and implications of models. Pattern formation (including Turing patters); chemotaxis, traveling wave solutions; biofluids; tumor growth; spread and control of epidemics. Prerequisite: MATH 4143 .
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MATH 5863 Special Topics in Mathematics
(3 hours)
Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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Mechanical Engineering |
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ME 1212 Mechanical Engineering Graphics
(2 hours)
Methods of graphical communication and computer aided drawing for engineers. Interpretation and preparation of engineering drawings to include orthographic projection, dimensioning, sectional and auxiliary views, and threads and fastener specifications. Four lecture-laboratory hours per week.
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ME 1311 To Be a Mechanical Engineer
(1 hour)
Introduction to the University, College, Department, and the mechanical engineering profession. Tours and guest speakers from industry and the University. Hands-on experience with several topics including design, engineering software, manufacturing, materials and cost analysis.
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ME 2001 Professional Aspects of Mechanical Engineering
(1 hour)
Resume writing, interviewing techniques, job searching, requirements for professional licensure, business etiquette, appropriate dress, use of social media, and knowledge of alternative career paths including graduate school. Prerequisites: Sophomore standing.
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ME 2023 Introduction to Dynamics
(3 hours)
Kinematics and kinetics of particles, systems of particles, and rigid bodies in plane motion. Forces and acceleration analysis using Newton’s second law and energy and momentum methods. Prerequisite: ES 2013 .
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ME 3014 Thermofluids
(4 hours)
Theoretical and experimental analysis of the mechanics and thermodynamics of flowing fluids. Topics include pipe flow system design, external flow, turbomachinery, compressible flow, and design of experiments in thermofluids. Laboratory and design projects require technical report writing. Prerequisite: ES 3003 . Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory per week.
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ME 3034 Properties of Materials
(4 hours)
Mechanical and physical properties of engineering materials (metals, ceramics, and polymers) are explained through their structures. Topics include strength and ductility, crystal structures and defects, phases and microstructure, heat treatment, manufacturing processes, and materials economics. Design applications including materials failure analysis projects and technical report writing. Prerequisites: CHEM 1013 and ES 2013 . Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory per week.
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ME 3043 Energy Conversion
(3 hours)
Performance and design considerations of energy conversion systems including combustion. Design and performance problems involving steam, gas turbine, and combined cycle power plants, reciprocating and rotary engines, and refrigeration. Discussions of current topics in the energy industry. Prerequisites: CHEM 1013 and ES 3053 .
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ME 3053 Instrumentation and Measurements
(3 hours)
Basic concepts of measurement methods. Probability and statistics of finite and infinite data. Measurement uncertainty analysis. Static and dynamic characteristics of signals. Response to zero, first and second order measurement systems. Analog and digital instruments. Design and conduct experiments. Data acquisition and formal report writing using modern engineering tools. Prerequisites: ES 2513 and ES 2013 .
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ME 3063 Manufacturing Processes
(3 hours)
Basic understanding of manufacturing processes (casting, molding, machining, and others), machines, and various techniques for statistical quality control. Specific aspects of modeling of manufacturing processes, process analysis, and design for manufacturability, including process description, variables affecting the process, and means of controlling these variables. Manufacturing economics in a societal context. Prerequisite: ES 3023 . Corequisites: ME 2023 and ME 3034 , or permission of instructor.
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ME 4024 Machine Dynamics
(4 hours)
Kinematic and force analysis of machines and mechanisms. Mechanical vibrations, balancing, and critical speed. Dynamic measurement using transducers and data acquisition systems, analysis and interpretation of data, lab report writing. Introduction to multi-body simulation using modern engineering software. Written laboratory reports. Prerequisite: ME 2023 . Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory per week.
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ME 4033 CFD for Engineers
(3 hours)
Introduction to the use of Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD) in solving practical engineering problems. Theory of relevant physics and numerical methods and discussion of internal workings and limitations of commercial codes. Prerequisites: ES 3003 , familiarity with a programming language such as C++, FORTRAN, or Visual Basic.
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ME 4043 Automotive Design
(3 hours)
Fundamentals of vehicle dynamics, tire performance, suspension and steering design, handling, safety, environmental impact, and electronics of the modern automobile. Fundamental analysis of principles and hand-on experience with an automotive project. Emphasis on engineering design, fabrication, testing, and teamwork. Projects may include engineering society student competition vehicles. Prerequisite: Senior standing or permission of instructor.
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ME 4054 System Dynamics and Controls
(4 hours)
Dynamic modeling and feedback control of electrical, mechanical, fluid, and thermal systems. Classical control theory, Laplace transforms, time domain and s-plane analysis, stability theory, and root-locus and/or frequency-based design, transient response and sensitivity analysis. Usage of modern design/analysis tools such as MATLAB and Simulink. Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory per week. Prerequisites: MATH 3073 , ME 2023 , and ECE 2003 .
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ME 4093 Introduction to Finite Element Analysis
(3 hours)
Solving boundary value problems common to engineering using the finite element method. Analysis of trusses, beams, heat transfer, and 2-D elasticity emphasized. Direct and variationalapproaches to FEA. A lab component includes using commercial finite element analysis software to solve engineering problems. Prerequisites: MATH 3073 and ES 3023 .
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ME 4293 Interdisciplinary Design Projects
(3 hours)
Team projects requiring the design, fabrication, and testing of an actual prototype engineering system for a customer often from local industry. Conceptual and detail design, modern engineering tools, design tradeoffs, safety, project planning, budgeting, marketing, patenting, aesthetics, and manufacturing. Emphasis on teamwork, oral presentations of progress and written technical reports. Prerequisite: ME 4383 or ECE 4043 or PHYS 3122 or permission of instructor.
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ME 4343 Gas Turbines
(3 hours)
Design and performance of stationary and propulsion gas turbines. Performance analysis of centrifugal and axial compressors and turbines. Prerequisites: ME 3014 and ME 3043 , or permission of instructor.
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ME 4353 Refrigeration and Air Conditioning
(3 hours)
Principles of vapor compression and absorption refrigeration, heat pumps, psychrometrics. Principles of thermal comfort and environmental aspects. Determination of heating and cooling loads. Air conditioning system design and analysis. Prerequisite: ME 3043 .
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ME 4373 Computer-Aided Design
(3 hours)
Use of computer-aided design software packages including systems for computer-aided drafting, solid modeling, finite element analysis, and computer-aided manufacturing. The class culminates in a design project including fabrication of a physical prototype generated with numerically controlled machines. Prerequisites: ME 1212 and ME 4024 , or permission of instructor.
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ME 4383 Mechanical Engineering Design
(3 hours)
Application of engineering design process to the design of mechanical components, systems, and machines. Review and build upon mechanics and analytical skills. Various mechanical components such as springs, bolts, and bearings. Domestic and global design standards and modern engineering tools. Design projects, problem-solving techniques, report writing, ethics, patents, and entrepreneurship. Prerequisites: ME 2023 and ES 3023 .
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ME 4861-3 Special Topics in Design
(1-3 hours)
Topics of current interest in mechanical engineering design. Prerequisite: Junior or senior standing or permission of instructor.
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ME 4991-3 Independent Study
(1-3 hours)
Independent or group studies on special topics. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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ME 5043 Gas Dynamics
(3 hours)
Fundamentals of compressible fluid flow. One-dimensional flows and normal shock waves. Introduction to two-dimensional supersonic flows including oblique shock waves, Prandtl-Meyer expansions, and the method of characteristics. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor.
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ME 5053 Oil-Water Dispersion
(3 hours)
Fundamentals of oil-water dispersions with discussion of interfacial phenomena, emulsion types and processes, dilute and dense systems, emulsion stability, oil-water flow patterns, emulsion characterization, modeling of physical phenomena and applications. State-of-the-art Dispersion Characterization Rig (DCR) used as learning tool. Team learning involving brainstorming and guest lectures from industry experts. Prerequisite: ME 3034 .
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ME 5073 System Optimization
(3 hours)
Optimization techniques with applications in various branches of engineering. Concepts of design variables, constraints, objective functions and penalty functions. Techniques for solving constrained and unconstrained optimization problems including classical methods and modern computer-based numerical approaches. Both linear programming and nonlinear programming methods.
Computer implementation of optimization schemes.
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