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EDUC 2970 - Assessment for Instruction
3 cr. 3 hr. Day course offered every semester.
This course provides elementary school education majors with knowledge to understand and use formal and informal assessment strategies to plan, evaluate and strengthen instruction that will promote continuous intellectual, social, emotional, and physical development of students in today’s schools. The course emphasizes the relationship between research and practice and also provides a theoretical and practical basis for choosing and using the wide range of tests and measurements including observation. A pre-practicum of 15 hours is required if course not taken in conjunction with EDUC 3740. This course is also taken in conjunction with EDUC 3300 and SPED 3720. Required for all Elementary Education Majors.
Prerequisite(s): Successful passage of Stage One Education Unit Review.
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EDUC 3013 - Childcare Programming and Administration
3 cr. 3 hr. Offered every fall and spring semester
This course prepares prospective directors to administer and manage a childcare center or out-of school program. Topics include: Massachusetts Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) licensing regulations, QRIS and NAEYC standards, administrative responsibilities, fiscal management, staff supervision and professional development, program evaluation, family connection involvement and rights, environments, selection of materials, facilities management and community resources. This course meets Massachusetts EEC requirements for Director level 1.
Prerequisite(s): EDUC 2600 , PSY 1200
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EDUC 3014 - Instructional Strategies Across Environments
3 cr. 3 hr. Offered every semester
This course provides participants various instructional strategies to enhance interdisciplinary learning experiences for a variety of educational professions. Instructional methods will include collaborative educational models as small and large group teaching, team-based, interactive and experiential case-based learning. Techniques will include strategies that stimulate active engagement of learners based on a collaborative, inquiry-based, student-centered approach to teaching. With an appreciation of the diversity of the student body, participants will effectively integrate and apply technology into instruction to develop curriculum in various education environments and to use interactive media with an emphasis on instructional design. A 10 hour field based experience is attached to this course.
Prerequisite(s): EDUC 2300 , SPED 2210
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EDUC 3025 - Teaching English Language Arts & Literacy in Middle School
3 cr. 3 hr. Day course offered in the Fall.
This course provides teacher candidates opportunities to develop the knowledge, skills, and dispositions of effective middle school teachers of English Language Arts with a focus on the nature of language and language and literacy growth of young adolescents. Emphasis is placed on the meaning and importance of language arts and literacy, as well as on the characteristics of middle school students, which affect and are affected by the language arts and literacy program and which include: English Language Learners, young adolescents with disabilities and special needs, young adolescents from diverse socio-economic backgrounds, from diverse linguistic backgrounds, and from multicultural backgrounds. Elements of writing, speaking, listening, reading, viewing, and visually representing are stressed. Curricular approaches and instructional strategies of successful language arts and literacy programs are emphasized. A field experience is an integral part of the course. A pre-practicum of 20 hours is required. Required for all Middle School Education Majors.
Prerequisite(s): Successful passage of Stage One Education Unit Review.
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EDUC 3026 - Teaching Math in Middle School
3 cr. 3 hr. Day course offered in the Fall.
Candidates investigate methods and materials used in middle school mathematics programs. Candidates develop functional math skills for use by middle school teachers. This course will further develop candidates’ content knowledge and skills in regard to mathematical principles: set, function, probability and statistics, geometry, measurements, algebra, and computer awareness, to name a few. Candidates will practice application of such mathematical principles and develop mathematics curriculum, instruction, and assessment that will promote young adolescents’ knowledge and skills of these principles. Particular focus includes differentiating mathematics curriculum, instruction, and assessment for diverse groups of young adolescents. A field experience is an integral part of this course. A pre-practicum of 20 hours is required. Required for all Middle School Education Mathematics-Science and Mathematics Education Licensure Track Majors.
Prerequisite(s): Successful passage of Stage One Education Unit Review.
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EDUC 3027 - Teaching Science in Middle School
3 cr. 3 hr. Day course offered in the Spring.
This course provides teacher candidates opportunities to develop the knowledge, skills, and dispositions of effective middle school teachers of science with a focus on contemporary thinking, practices, and research in the teaching of science to young adolescents. Emphasis is on providing innovative, hands-on experiences that incorporate the nature of science and inquiry and that provide differentiated learning experiences and assessment for English Language Learners; young adolescents with disabilities and special needs; young adolescents from diverse socio-economic backgrounds, from diverse linguistic backgrounds, and from multicultural backgrounds. Also covered will be analysis of contemporary issues in science and lab safety. A field experience is an integral part of the course. A pre-practicum of 20 hours is required. Required for all Middle School Education Mathematics-Science and General Science Licensure Track Majors.
Prerequisite(s): Successful passage of Stage One Education Unit Review.
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EDUC 3028 - Teaching Social Studies in Middle School
3 cr. 3 hr. Day course offered in the Spring.
This course investigates social studies content, strategies, and techniques deemed essential to fulfill varied curriculum requirements by exploring the integrative and interdisciplinary nature of the themes and disciplines of social studies. Candidates examine how to integrate instructional experiences that equalize educational opportunities for a diverse and inclusive student population and explore opportunities for enhancing multicultural pluralism. Additionally, this course assesses traditional as well as new technologies and their potential applications within the field of social studies education from a historical, theoretical, and practical perspective. A pre-practicum of 20 hours is required. Required for all Middle School Humanities and History Education Majors.
Prerequisite(s): Successful passage of Stage One Education Unit Review.
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EDUC 3040 - Early Math for Early Childhood Educators
3 cr. 3 hr. Evening course offered annually.
This course introduces the early educator to key math concepts, trajectories of learning, and how to intentionally integrate math into the early childhood classroom. Candidates will explore cognitive development theory and the mathematical learning trajectories of young children ages 3-6. Candidates will apply this body of knowledge to build and integrate play and hands-on learning activities for children to explore and discover math concepts. A pre-practicum of 10 hours is required.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 1200 , EDUC 2600
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EDUC 3070 - Middle School Concept
3 cr. 3 hr. Day course offered in the Spring.
This course introduces students to the historical development, philosophy, and the competencies needed to teach in the middle school. A pre-practicum of 15 hours is required. Required for all Middle School Education Majors.
Prerequisite(s): Successful Passage of Communication and Literacy (Both Reading and Writing Subtests).
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EDUC 3080 - Emergent Literacy and the Developing Child
3 cr. 3 hr. Evening course offered annually.
Early babbling and scribbles are the foundation of learning to read and write for young children. This course examines the early phases of reading and writing development including oral language and vocabulary development, alphabet and phonological awareness, the role of content knowledge, decoding skills, and the foundation for writing from 0 to 5. Candidates will learn to apply theory and research-based practices to support the development of all learners, with particular emphasis to bolstering skills for children in poverty and dual language learners. This course requires a 15 hour pre-practicum.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 1200 and EDUC 2600 and SPED 3401
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EDUC 3090 - Observation, Documentation, and Assessment in the Early Years
3 cr. 3 hr. Evening course offered annually.
This course supports candidates in the acquisition and development of observation and documentation skills, provides candidates with experience using formative assessment tools that capture young children’s growth and development, and enables candidates to practice analyzing and using data to inform instruction and practice in early education settings. Inventories and assessment for young children along with quality rating scales will also be explored. A pre-practicum of 25 hours is required.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 1200 , EDUC 2600
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EDUC 3095 - Early Childhood Literacy
3 cr. 3 hr. Evening course offered annually.
This course is designed to support candidates working with young children 5-8 years of age in a variety of early learning settings. Candidates will gain knowledge about the concepts of print and the five elements of reading along with the essential components of reading instruction. They will explore and apply research-based practices to the design of developmentally appropriate, authentic and engaging learning activities to promote the development of reading and writing skills in all children, with an emphasis on supporting motivation and enjoyment. The findings of the National Reading Panel as well as summaries of other current research will be discussed. This course requires a 10 hour pre-practicum.
Prerequisite(s): EDUC 3080
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EDUC 3096 - Integrating Fine Arts into the Early Childhood Curriculum
3 cr. 3 hr. Evening course offered annually.
This course examines the creative process, the elements of the arts, the theories of arts instruction, and the implementation of curriculum for young children, birth through 8, using the arts as a tool for learning. Students will investigate methods, materials, and assessment used in curricula taught through arts integration, as well as art methods themselves, and the cultural connections inherent in the arts. Students will use the National Core Arts Standards and the MA Curriculum Frameworks to design lessons utilizing drama/theatre, dance, music, visual arts, and media arts (the five art forms) to engage in all learners and inspire critical thinking and meaning making in safe, inspiring indoor and outdoor learning environments. Students will reflect on their own role in the intentional integration of the arts in early childhood education leading children to competency in creating, performing, responding, and connecting.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 1200 , EDUC 2600
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EDUC 3097 - Designing Environments for Young Children
3 cr. 3 hr. Evening course offered annually.
This course provides a foundation for designing high-quality learning environments and curriculum for young children 0 to age 8, including hands-on emergent curriculum, classroom arrangement and design, using outdoor spaces, building a diverse classroom community, and measuring quality. Candidates will connect child development knowledge to the design of learning environments across all domains while promoting diversity and meeting the needs of all children. National and state standards and regulations, including MA Preschool Guidelines and MA Curriculum Framework, will be studied, and environmental rating scales will be introduced and explored. A pre-practicum of 20 hours is required.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 1200 , EDUC 2600
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EDUC 3122 - Sheltered English Immersion
3 cr. 3 hr. Day course offered every semester.
This course prepares teacher candidates with the knowledge and skills to effectively shelter their content instruction, so that our growing population of English language learners (ELLs) can access curriculum, achieve academic success, and contribute their multilingual and multicultural resources as participants and future leaders in the 21st century global economy.
Prerequisite(s): Passage of the Communication & Literacy Massachusetts Tests for Educator Licensure (MTEL) and as deemed appropriate by program advisor.
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EDUC 3300 - Curriculum and Instruction in Middle School
3 cr. 3 hr. Day course offered in the Fall.
This course develops teacher candidates’ abilities to develop and implement curriculum, differentiated instructional strategies, and assessments responsive to the learning and development of young adolescents. A pre-practicum of 25 hours is required if course not taken in conjunction with EDUC 3740. This course is also taken in conjunction with SPED 3720. Required for all Middle School Education majors.
Prerequisite(s): Successful passage of Stage One Education Unit Review
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EDUC 3440 - Science in Education
3 cr. 3 hr. Day course offered in the Fall.
This course covers the contemporary thinking, practices, and research in the teaching of science to elementary school students. Emphasis is on providing innovative, hands-on experiences for students. The course will also use appropriate themes to integrate science with other subjects and teach methods that cater to the needs of the students in inclusive classrooms. A pre-practicum of 15 hours is required. Required for all Elementary Education Majors.
Prerequisite(s): Successful Passage of Stage One Education Unit Review.
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EDUC 3480 - Teaching Math Effectively
3 cr. 3 hr. Day course offered every Semester.
Participants investigate methods and materials used in elementary school programs. Teacher candidates develop essential mathematical concepts and skills that they will use as elementary classroom teachers. This course includes information on how children develop knowledge about mathematical concepts. Participants will understand and be able to use different strategies to explain the meaning of mathematical concepts. A pre-practicum of 15 hours is required. Required for all Elementary Education Majors.
Prerequisite(s): EDUC 2630 , EDUC 2640 ; Completion of mathematics course requirements for program; Successful Passage of Stage One Education Unit Review.
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EDUC 3740 - Onsite Immersion Field Experience
3 cr. 3 hr. Day course offered every Semester.
Facilitates the linking of college coursework to an intensive field-based experience of 125 hours in a classroom over the semester. Supervising practitioners (selected based upon their license and proven skills in their licensure area) and university supervisors guide, support, and evaluate candidate performance throughout the experience, which is graded as satisfactory or non-satisfactory. This course is taken in conjunction with EDUC 2970 or SPED 2970 , SPED 3510 , SPED 3720 and EDUC 3122 . Required for all Early Childhood, Elementary, Middle School, and Special Education: Moderate Disabilities 5-12 and Severe Disabilities Majors.
Prerequisite(s): Successful Passage of Stage One Education Unit Review and all concentration-required MTELs.
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EDUC 4001 - Community Practicum
9 cr. Offered every semester
In this culminating experience, candidates complete a practicum in an early intervention setting, an infant-toddler program, preschool program, non-profit early childhood program, or community-based program under the supervision of a supervising practitioner and university supervisor. Candidates will identify an area of need within their practicum site. Through the practicums, candidates will cultivate their professional skills with colleagues, administration, families, and the community. Graded S/U.
Prerequisite(s): Overall GPA of 2.75 or higher and at least 2 positive candidate disposition assessments on file. An overall program GPA of 3.0 or higher. Successful completion of the following courses: SPED 2210 , EDUC 2300 , PSY 2010 , SPED 3720 , EDUC 3014 , EDUC 3090 , EDUC 3095 , EDUC 3096 , EDUC 3097 , EDUC 4020 . Students must concurrently take the seminar course EDUC 4002 .
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EDUC 4002 - Community Practicum Seminar
3 cr. 3 hr. Offered every semester
While concurrently enrolled in the community practicum, candidates will be enrolled in this seminar. Candidates will analyze the early childhood profession by examining current issues, assessment, curriculum development, and best practices. Candidates will learn to reflect on their own practice and make adjustments while beginning to understand collaborations among site personnel, families, community agencies, assessment, and classroom management. Candidates will identify an area of need within their practicum site and research this topic, which will act as their capstone. Graded S/U.
Prerequisite(s): Overall GPA of 2.75 or higher, at least 2 positive candidate disposition assessments on file. An overall program GPA of 3.0 or higher. Successful completion of the following courses is required to enroll in the Birth to 8 community seminar: SPED 2210 , EDUC 2300 , PSY 2010 , EDUC 3014 , SPED 2950 , EDUC 2850 , EDUC 3040 , EDUC 3080 , SPED 3720 , EDUC 3090 , EDUC 3095 , EDUC 3096 , EDUC 3097 , EDUC 4020 . Students must concurrently enroll in the community practicum course EDUC 4001 .
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EDUC 4003 - Educational Studies Internship
12 cr. Offered every semester
This internship is designed to prepare students for a career in one of a variety of non-traditional educational environments. Students are required to fulfill 375 hours (approximately 25 hours per week) of field-based activities in a business or nonprofit organization providing educational services under the direction of a field-based supervisor and a faculty supervisor.
Prerequisite(s): Approval from Education Chair
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EDUC 4020 - Collaboration for the Child: Engaging Families and Community Connections
3 cr. 3 hr. Evening course offered annually.
Families are a child’s first teacher. This course supports the development of skills and dispositions necessary to create healthy, meaningful communication and relationships with families. Candidates will examine their own values and communication styles while practicing strategies to work effectively with diverse families. Candidates will also learn how to collaborate with community agencies to create a network of support for children and families.
Prerequisite(s): PSY 1200 , EDUC 2600 . Corequisite: EDUC 4862
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EDUC 4200 - Theories of Language and Second Language Acquisition
3 cr. 3 hr. Day course offered every Semester.
The course introduces current theoretical models of language acquisition focusing on literacy development and developing language skills. It is designed to provide students with an overall understanding of the importance of language development and language acquisition as seen in the education environment. Issues regarding first and second language development will be addressed. Students will focus on how theory and research relate to language instruction.
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EDUC 4550 - Collaboration: Co-Teaching, Building Communities and Working with Families
3 cr. 3 hr. Day course offered every Semester.
This course addresses collaboration and consultation in inclusive schools for teacher candidates in the Education Department. It also addresses building community in schools through theories of teaching and social supports. Lastly, a focus on professional and family relationships is explored through a family system framework. This course is taken in conjunction with the student teaching practicum. Required of all Education Department Majors.
Prerequisite(s): Successful Passage of Stage Two Education Unit Review.
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EDUC 4882 - Practicum in Elementary Education I
6 cr. Day course offered every Semester.
Teacher candidates complete a practicum in an educational setting under the direction of a supervising practitioner who is certified in the area of licensure sought by the candidate and under the guidance of the university supervisor. This course is taken in conjunction with EDUC 4550 . Required of Elementary Education Majors.
Prerequisite(s): Successful Passage of Stage Two Education Unit Review.
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EDUC 4883 - Practicum in Elementary Education II
6 cr. Day course offered every Semester.
Teacher candidates complete a second practicum in an educational setting under the direction of a supervising practitioner who is certified in the area of licensure sought by the candidate and under the guidance of the university supervisor. This course is taken in conjunction with EDUC 4550 . Required of Elementary Education Majors.
Prerequisite(s): Successful Passage of Stage Two Education Unit Review.
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EDUC 4885 - Practicum in Middle School Education I
6 cr. Day course offered every Semester.
Teacher candidates complete a practicum in an educational setting under the direction of a supervising practitioner who is certified in the area of licensure sought by the candidate and under the guidance of the university supervisor. This course is taken in conjunction with EDUC 4550 . Required of Middle School Education Majors.
Prerequisite(s): Successful Passage of Stage Two Education Unit Review.
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EDUC 4886 - Practicum in Middle School Education II
6 cr. Day course offered every Semester.
Teacher candidates complete a second practicum in an educational setting under the direction of a supervising practitioner who is certified in the area of licensure sought by the candidate and under the guidance of the university supervisor. This course is taken in conjunction with EDUC 4550 . Required of Middle School Education Majors.
Prerequisite(s): Successful Passage of Stage Two Education Unit Review.
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EDUC 4903 - Independent Study in Education
2 cr.
This course provides teacher candidates in early childhood, elementary, and middle school education with the opportunity to do research with staff guidance on a problem in education. The course is limited to juniors and seniors.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of Department Chair.
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EDUC 4975 - Directed Study
1-6 cr.
Directed study allows a student to carry out a non-research project or participate in an activity under the direct supervision of a faculty member. See the catalog description of Program Alternatives in The Curriculum section for more details.
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ECON 1100 - Principles of Economics: Macroeconomics
3 cr. 3 hr. Day course offered every Semester. Also offered evenings.
This course is a study of the theory of employment, income and growth. Stabilization policy and current problems in American capitalism are emphasized. CTW
Prerequisite(s): Satisfactory completion of the University Mathematical Readiness requirement.
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ECON 1200 - Principles of Economics: Microeconomics
3 cr. 3 hr. Day course offered every Semester. Also offered evenings.
Students examine the theory of the consumer and the business firm in this course. Efficiency in the allocation of resources is examined in four different market structures: pure competition, pure monopoly, monopolistic competition and oligopoly. CTW
Prerequisite(s): Satisfactory completion of the University Math Readiness requirement.
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ECON 1300 - Consumer Economics
3 cr. 3 hr. Day course offered every Semester.
This course emphasizes theories of consumption and economic functioning with emphasis on demand, consumer problems, standards of living, policies for protecting consumers and expanding consumption.
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ECON 2005 - Game Theory
3 cr. 3 hr. Offered every spring semester
Game Theory aims to investigate and understand the manner in which people interact when they have complimentary or conflicting interests. This class is designed to be an introduction to game theory and strategic interactions with cases drawn from economics, business, politics, psychology and international studies. MATH 2005 SMT
Prerequisite(s): Math Readiness Requirement
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ECON 2010 - Political Economy of Gender
3 cr. 3 hr. Offered every spring semester.
The course explores the ways gender plays a role in economic life in expanding or constraining opportunities available to individuals in the U.S. and in the developing world. Topics will include: gender division of labor in paid and unpaid spheres, gendered patterns of employment and unemployment, and discrimination in labor markets. CTW, GDCN
Prerequisite(s): ECON 1100 or ECON 1200
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ECON 2140 - U.S. Economic History
3 cr. 3 hr. Day course offered in the Spring.
This course will take a panoramic view of the economic history of the United States, surveying the course of U.S. history from the early European settlement of the 1600s and 1700s up until the contemporary age of globalization, all from the perspective of and with an emphasis upon the economic matters that informed that history. This course is cross-listed as HIST 2140 . CTW
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ECON 2300 - Industrial Organization
3 cr. 3 hr. Day course offered every other year.
This course integrates theory, empirical studies and case studies to analyze the effects of government regulations on the structure and organization of U.S. business firms. Several cases of antitrust legislation are studied. In addition, the course shows how political and economic issues affect industrial organization.
Prerequisite(s): Satisfactory completion of the University Mathematical Readiness requirement and ECON 1200 .
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ECON 2400 - Money and Banking
3 cr. 3 hr. Day course offered in the Fall. Also offered evenings.
This course focuses on the role of money, credit and banking in the American economy. Special emphasis is placed on the applicability of monetary policy to the problems of economic stability.
Prerequisite(s): ECON 1100 .
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ECON 2500 - Economic Development
3 cr. 3 hr. Day course offered every other year.
This course examines the problems of less developed countries. Topics of discussion include population, income growth, capital formation, unemployment, foreign investment and aid, the role of government and international economics.
Prerequisite(s): ECON 1100 .
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ECON 2550 - Urban Economics
3 cr. 3 hr. Day course offered every other year.
This course is a historical and economic explanation of the growth of cities as well as a theoretical analysis of their location, form and economic structure. Current urban problems are also discussed.
Prerequisite(s): ECON 1100 , ECON 1200 .
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ECON 2600 - Public Finance
3 cr. 3 hr. Day course offered in the Spring.
This course studies the principle of governmental expenditures and revenues. Attention is also devoted to the problems of public debt, fiscal policy and inter-governmental fiscal relations, particularly in reference to the United States.
Prerequisite(s): ECON 1200 .
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ECON 3000 - History of Economic Thought
3 cr. 3 hr. Day course offered every other year.
Within the framework of understanding the relationship between history and economic thought, this course covers the work of the great economists. Starting with the roots of economic thought in the works of the mercantilists and physiocrats, the course turns to the giants in political economy, including Adam Smith, David Ricardo, Karl Marx, Alfred Marshall and J. M. Keynes.
Prerequisite(s): ECON 1100 and ECON 1200 .
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ECON 3001 - Economics of Inequality
3 cr. 3 hr. Offered every spring semester
The course provides students with main understanding of the causes and consequences of economic inequality both in the United States and globally. The course examines the effect of pay, income and wealth inequality on social welfare. Students will also acquire the knowledge of major inequality measures. GDSN, SMT
Prerequisite(s): ECON 1100 and ECON 1200
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ECON 3002 - Basic Data Skills for Economics and Business
3 cr. 3 hr. Offered every fall semester
The course aims to introduce students to the basic data skills using mainly economic data sets. Topics covered will include locating the data sources for economic data; organizing and transforming data; presenting data including charts, simple descriptive statistics, and writing a summary report in economics. Students will learn how to find, present, and analyze economic data. The class will include hands-on experience with handling economic data. SMT
Prerequisite(s): ECON 1100 or ECON 1200
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ECON 3550 - International Economics
3 cr. 3 hr. Day course offered annually.
This course explores the theories of international trade and their links to theories of economic development and growth. Major current topics in the international economy, including economic competition among countries, debt problems in the Third World and North-South relations, are treated as practical issues against which the theories can be tested.
Prerequisite(s): ECON 1100 , ECON 1200 .
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ECON 3600 - International Finance
3 cr. 3 hr. Day course offered annually.
The course considers the theory and practice of financial management by governments, corporations and individuals in a changing international monetary environment. The course also discusses the influence of central governments, central banks, and international monetary institutions on interest rates, exchange rates, capital flows and financial stability.
Prerequisite(s): ECON 1100 , ECON 1200 .
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ECON 3650 - Intermediate Macroeconomics
3 cr. 3 hr. Day course offered every other year.
As a second course and more advanced treatment of macroeconomics, this course provides a detailed examination of major topics in macroeconomics. Topics of discussion include theories of consumption, investment, and growth recession, as well as efforts by the government to stabilize the economy through fiscal, monetary, or other measures. This course introduces the Keynesian, neo-classical and Marxian models of the macroeconomy.
Prerequisite(s): ECON 1100 , ECON 1200 .
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ECON 3660 - Intermediate Microeconomics
3 cr. 3 hr. Day course offered every other year.
This course analyzes consumer and producer equilibrium in a market economy. The behavior of firms in the four market structures and the behavior of firms and individuals in input markets is examined. Applications of economic theory to concrete economic problems are emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): Satisfactory completion of the University Mathematical Readiness requirement, ECON 1200 .
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ECON 3700 - Econometrics
3 cr. 3 hr. Day course offered every other year.
This course is an introduction to econometric methods, statistical inferences and testing hypotheses. Model building techniques and their theoretical justifications are presented and evaluated in terms of their performance.
Prerequisite(s): ECON 1100 , ECON 1200 , , MATH 2200
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ECON 4000 - Economics Senior Seminar
3 cr. 3 hr. Offered every other year
The senior seminar in the Economics major provides a capstone course where students demonstrate mastery of the skills needed to earn a Bachelors degree in Economics. Students will create a portfolio of work and engage in original research in the field of Economics.
Prerequisite(s): Economics major or minor with at least junior standing; MATH 1700 or MATH 1800
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ECON 4900 - Independent Study in Economics
3 cr. 3 hr.
The Independent Study is open to students who have the permission of the supervising instructor and the department. Course of study, meetings, and credit are arranged with approval.
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ECON 4940 - Internship in Economics
2 cr. 3 hr. Day course offered every Semester.
The Internship provides work experiences in private or public firms. Students acquire skills useful to professional economists.
Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior standing, 3.00 Econ. cum, or permission of internship coordinator.
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ECON 4975 - Directed Study
1-6 cr.
Directed study allows a student to carry out a non-research project or participate in an activity under the direct supervision of a faculty member. See the catalog description of Program Alternatives in The Curriculum section for more details.
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ITEC 1000 - Electric Systems and Circuits
3 cr. 4 hr. Day course offered every Semester.
This is an introductory course providing an overview of electrical technology with respect to electric production, transmission, control and use. Basic electrical concepts are covered in a lab setting.
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ITEC 1100 - Electronics I
3 cr. 4 hr. Day course offered in the Spring.
This course introduces the principles and techniques used to analyze and design linear circuits with an emphasis on DC circuits. Accompanying laboratory exercises support the material presented in class and introduce experimental techniques.
Prerequisite(s): ITEC 1000 .
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ITEC 1200 - Engineering Design: Fabrication Systems I
3 cr. 4 hr. Day course offered every Semester.
The course studies mass production theory, systems and procedures in metalworking and includes engineering design and leads to prototype development.
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ITEC 1210 - Design Skills in Industrial Technology
3 cr. 3 hr. Day course offered every semester.
Design Skills in Industrial Technology introduces design as an important element within technology and engineering technology. The course familiarizes students with the design process, expands a student’s basic technical design skills, and develops the ability for strong graphic communication and presentations.
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ITEC 1300 - Engineering Design: Fabrication Systems II
3 cr. 4 hr. Day course offered every Semester.
Fundamental woodworking techniques are studied as they relate to construction and manufacturing. Procedures are practiced through selected laboratory experiences. Emphasis is placed on design principles and are applied to prototype development.
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ITEC 1310 - Materials Testing
3 cr. 4 hr. Day course offered every Semester.
This class provides an overview of selected materials and their properties, including laboratory experiences designed to give students an understanding of materials testing.
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ITEC 1320 - Construction Systems I
3 cr. 4 hr. Day course offered every Semester.
The course will provide an overview and lab experience in selected construction standards of the construction industry. Through focused lab experiences, students will develop competencies in using equipment, instruments and techniques essential in the selected areas.
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ITEC 1400 - Technical Drawing
3 cr. 4 hr. Day course offered every Fall.
This course includes lettering, dimensioning, orthographic projection, symbols, sectioning, isometric and auxiliary views. Problem development and blueprint reading is stressed.
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ITEC 1450 - Architectural Graphics
3 cr. 4 hr. Day course offered every Semester.
The course is an introduction to the techniques and understandings involved in the use of drawing as a way of communicating and developing architectural ideas. Drawing is studied as a tool of visualization, exploring and documenting architectural form, organization, the setting of buildings in the land and the quality of light.
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ITEC 1600 - Energy Systems I
3 cr. 4 hr. Day course offered in the Spring.
The course studies solar and other forms of energy to supply household needs. Students build and test both commercial and laboratory made devices.
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ITEC 1650 - Energy Resources and Environment
3 cr. 4 hr. This course may be offered less than once every two years.
The Energy Resources and Environment course offers in-depth knowledge of energy supplies and sources. The course treats, in detail, topics as how rate of formation is slow than replacement, how energy sources could be best utilized and to identify the technology associated with energy resources. The course will include some field trips.
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ITEC 1700 - Evolution of Industrial Technology
3 cr. 3 hr. Day course offered every Semester.
The course studies the history of industrial technology, and the qualifications, duties and responsibilities of related careers. A field based pre-practicum experience is an integral part of this course. This experience may be in a school or industrial setting. I, CTW, HIST
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ITEC 1710 - Technical Analysis
3 cr. 3 hr. Day course offered every Semester.
Applications of mathematics to a variety of technical areas including electronics and mechanics are explored. Topics covered include complex numbers, Lissajou figures, vectors, curve fitting, error analysis and computer methods.
Prerequisite(s): MATH 1300
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ITEC 1720 - Computers in Industrial Technology
3 cr. 4 hr. Day course offered every Semester.
This course familiarizes students with computers through presentation of selected hardware and software concepts. Opportunities for extensive hands-on practice with application programs are provided.
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ITEC 2000 - Women in Science and Technology
3 cr. 4 hr. This course may be offered less than once every two years.
We will study the contributions to the advancement of science and technology made by a selected group of women. For each of these women, we will examine her discipline and her contribution to the discipline, and site her in an appropriate historical and cultural setting. I, C, IDIS
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ITEC 2010 - Introduction to Technology Education
3 cr. 3 hr. Day course offered in the Spring.
This course introduces students to the historical development, philosophies, and curriculum frameworks that are required in teaching Technology/Engineering at the grade 5-12 level. Students investigate a variety of models and curriculum designed to meet the framework standards. Students will experience a variety of middle and high school settings to become familiar with successful systems and practices.
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ITEC 2100 - Electronics II
3 cr. 4 hr. Day course offered in the Fall.
This course continues to study the principles and techniques of circuit analysis and design with an emphasis on AC circuits. Electronic circuits employing discrete devices are introduced. Accompanying laboratory exercises reinforce concepts and introduce advanced measuring movements.
Prerequisite(s): ITEC 1100 .
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ITEC 2110 - Laser Technology
3 cr. 4 hr. This course may be offered less than once every two years.
This course examines industrial applications of lasers. I covers laser principles and operating characteristics and treats the safety aspects of laser use. Selected applications illustrate the use of lasers in industry. Laboratory experiences reinforce the lecture material.
Prerequisite(s): ITEC 1100 .
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ITEC 2200 - Advanced Metal Fabrication Systems
3 cr. 4 hr. This course may be offered less than once every two years.
Specialized processes in the metalworking industry are studied. Laboratory experiences include performing operations with tool cutter grinders, indexing heads, numerical control millers, turret lathes and tracer lathes.
Prerequisite(s): ITEC 1200 .
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ITEC 2300 - Wood Products Manufacturing
3 cr. 4 hr. This course may be offered less than once every two years.
In this course, emphasis is on the mass production of a product employing the development and use of jigs, fixtures, and other suitable mass production procedures. Appropriate methods of production management are employed.
Prerequisite(s): ITEC 1300 .
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ITEC 2310 - Construction Systems II
3 cr. 4 hr. Day course offered in the Fall.
The course studies residential construction with emphasis on green building construction methods, practices and procedures. The materials, equipment and techniques used to construct a structure are examined, and architectural problems related to construction are researched. The course is taken with ITEC 2400 .
Prerequisite(s): ITEC 1320 .
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ITEC 2400 - Architectural Drawing
3 cr. 4 hr. Day course offered in the Fall.
Students design a practical residential structure, conforming to standard practices and building codes. Technical skills are developed enabling students to communicate ideas. Topics discussed and employed include materials of construction, history, and development of various styles, orientation of house on lot, loads and design of structural members. Field trips are taken and available films are used for instruction. The course is taken with ITEC 2310 .
Prerequisite(s): ITEC 1400 or ITEC 1450 .
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ITEC 2410 - Computer Aided Drafting (CAD)
3 cr. 4 hr. Day course offered every Semester.
Drafting techniques will be reviewed and applied while completing a series of exercises using computer assistance. An emphasis will be placed on drawings commonly experienced in fields of engineering and architecture. Major projects will allow individuals the opportunity to pursue interest topics. A background of computer experience is helpful, but not necessary.
Prerequisite(s): ITEC 1400 or ITEC 1450 or ITEC 1720 .
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ITEC 2450 - Theory of Architecture
3 cr. 4 hr. Day course offered in the Spring.
Multiple theories of architectural design are studied in their relationship to history, society, culture, and technology. Theories are researched, discussed, and compared in a seminar format and presented through written and visual presentations.
Prerequisite(s): ART 3300 and ART 3500
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ITEC 2600 - Energy Systems II
3 cr. 4 hr. This course may be offered less than once every two years.
The course is limited to students who have demonstrated the ability and desire to continue the research and development of a promising solar energy system as initiated in ITEC 1600 .
Prerequisite(s): ITEC 1600 .
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ITEC 2630 - Power and Lighting Systems
3 cr. 4 hr. Day course offered in the Spring.
The Power and Lighting Systems course offers in-depth knowledge of effective, efficient illumination and retrofitting. The course treats, in detail, many topics such as smart house, temporary service and collect building, lighting system, financial and occupant information and apply that to required light levels per room and address quality issues such as lamp identification, lighting circuits and lighting codes. Students will develop and present plans for specific lighting systems as a part of laboratory work. The course will include field trips to active sites and research facilities.
Prerequisite(s): ITEC 1000 .
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ITEC 2700 - Man Technology Society
3 cr. 3 hr. This course may be offered less than once every two years.
The course studies the universal characteristics of technology, including effects of technology on society and culture. Topics of interest are researched. I, IDIS
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ITEC 2710 - Statics
3 cr. 3 hr. Day course offered every semester.
The course involves the study of laws of static equilibrium of real bodies. Topics examined analysis of trusses, beams, friction, centroids and moments of inertia.
Prerequisite(s): ITEC 1710 .
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ITEC 2730 - Automated Manufacturing I
3 cr. 4 hr. Day course offered in the Spring.
Students are introduced to the essential technologies used in automated manufacturing through extensive practice in computer-controlled machining, robotics, and pneumatic and hydraulic control systems.
Prerequisite(s): ITEC 1720 or equivalent.
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ITEC 2740 - OSHA
3 cr. 4 hr. Day course offered every Semester.
The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the latest occupational safety and health standards and to provide opportunity for the student to perform practical inspections, complete reports and recommend corrective measures to insure safety and healthful conditions. This is a basic OSHA 500 course.
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ITEC 2750 - Plastics Technology
3 cr. 4 hr. This course may be offered less than once every two years.
The course is an investigation of the rapidly expanding area of plastics. Emphasis is on plastics production and its merits and limitations. Tests are conducted to confirm reference data and to promote a better understanding of various plastics and products made from them.
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ITEC 3100 - Electronics III
3 cr. 4 hr. This course may be offered less than once every two years.
This course further develops the concepts and techniques appropriate to the design and analysis of analog electronic circuits. It provides sufficient background for students who wish to elect upper-level electronics courses.
Prerequisite(s): ITEC 2100 .
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ITEC 3110 - Digital Electronics
3 cr. 4 hr. This course may be offered less than once every two years.
The course is an introduction to the techniques for analyzing and synthesizing digital circuits. Emphasis in design work is on IC technology.
Prerequisite(s): ITEC 3100 .
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ITEC 3120 - Control Theory
3 cr. 4 hr. This course may be offered less than once every two years.
The course is an introduction to control theory utilizing examples of mechanical, fluidic, electronic and hybrid control systems. Emphasis is on design, utilizing the project approach.
Prerequisite(s): ITEC 3100 .
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ITEC 3210 - Machine Processes
3 cr. 4 hr. This course may be offered less than once every two years.
The course covers the design and fabrication of metal products utilizing machine tools, metalworking processes and welding.
Prerequisite(s): ITEC 2200 or ITEC 3220 .
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ITEC 3220 - Product Modeling and Rendering
3 cr. 4 hr. Day course offered in the Spring.
This is a laboratory course focusing on the preparation of product renderings and the development of three dimensional models for presentation and analysis of design products, processes or systems. The course will cover the types and uses of renderings and models, techniques and standards in their development; and appropriate material representation.
Prerequisite(s): ITEC 1400 or ITEC 1450 and ITEC 2410 .
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ITEC 3300 - Estimating and Bidding
3 cr. 4 hr. Day course offered every Semester.
The principles of preparing comprehensive unit pricing and systems approach for construction is taught in this course. The emphasis is on detailed estimates in order to determine the scope and cost of each proposed design element.
Prerequisite(s): ITEC 2310 , ITEC 2400 .
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ITEC 3310 - Mechanical and Plumbing Systems
3 cr. 4 hr. Day course offered every Semester.
The course surveys the principles of heating, ventilating, air conditioning, purification and control systems. Emphasis is placed on electrical and electronic control and delivery systems, water feed delivery systems and waste water disposal systems.
Prerequisite(s): ITEC 2310 , ITEC 2400 .
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ITEC 3320 - Construction Supervision
3 cr. 4 hr. Day course offered in the Fall.
This course enhances the student’s understanding and skills for supervising a construction projects. The course also covers topics required for the construction supervisors license exam.
Prerequisite(s): ITEC 3300 , ITEC 3410 .
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ITEC 3330 - Wood Technology
3 cr. 4 hr. This course may be offered less than once every two years.
Students are introduced to a series of industrial techniques through which lumber is used to produce products. Veneering, patternmaking, model building, finishing, laminating and bending are some of the techniques explored.
Prerequisite(s): ITEC 1300 .
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ITEC 3340 - Construction Systems III
3 cr. 4 hr. Day course offered in the Spring.
The course is a study of construction techniques and structural elements. Emphasis is placed on heavy construction procedures used in commercial and industrial projects. The course is taken with ITEC 3410 .
Prerequisite(s): ITEC 2310 , ITEC 2400 .
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ITEC 3400 - Engineering Drawing
3 cr. 4 hr. This course may be offered less than once every two years.
In this course students examine orthographic projection, intersections, developments, revolutions, axonometrics, assembly details and pictorial drawings.
Prerequisite(s): ITEC 1400 , ITEC 2410 .
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ITEC 3410 - Drafting Commercial Structures
3 cr. 4 hr. Day course offered in the Spring.
Students will study building systems and develop building designs, construction details, drawings, information schedules and portfolios related to the construction of non-residential properties. The course is taken with ITEC 3340 .
Prerequisite(s): ITEC 2400 , ITEC 2310 .
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ITEC 3430 - Architectural Design I
3 cr. 4 hr. Day course offered in the Fall.
Designing space will be emphasized during this studio session. The common problems presented by human activities as they relate to their environment and social context. The visual analysis of existing space will be emphasized. Ergonomics and human behavior will be important areas of consideration.
Prerequisite(s): ITEC 2410 and ITEC 3410 .
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ITEC 3450 - Advanced CAD
3 cr. 4 hr. This course may be offered less than once every two years.
Students study and use advanced Computer Aided Drafting techniques to create two- and three-dimensional surface and solid model drawings applicable to their ITEC concentration area. Selected drawings and a term project are included in a student-developed portfolio.
Prerequisite(s): ITEC 2410 .
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ITEC 3460 - Architectural Design II
3 cr. 4 hr. Day course offered in the Spring.
Select problems will be completed through which architectural fundamentals will be explored. Individual and group activities will develop topics of site analysis and improvements, structured forms and applied materials, lighting and color considerations, the applications of scale and proportion and the organization of space. Solutions will be presented in appropriate portfolio form.
Prerequisite(s): ITEC 3430 .
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