Mar 28, 2024  
2018-2019 Graduate Bulletin 
    
2018-2019 Graduate Bulletin [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Industrial Engineering Technology

  
  • IET 540 - Alternate Energy Systems

    3 hrs.
    Study of alternative sources of energy and power.
  
  • IET 541 - Industrial Energy Management

    3 hrs.
    Technical and economic aspects of industrial energy management, energy conservation techniques, and alternate energy sources.
  
  • IET 560 - Manufacturing Engineering Technology

    2 hrs.
    Corequisite(s): IET 560L  Principles and functions essential to the manufacture of tangible products. Materials, processes, quality, and other technical considerations.
  
  • IET 560L - Manufacturing Engineering Technology Laboratory

    1 hr.
    Corequisite(s): IET 560 
  
  • IET 570 - Logistics Transportation Systems

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): IET 370 Analysis, design, and implementation of domestic and international transportation systems of people, processes, and technology.
  
  • IET 571 - Logistics Distribution Systems

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): IET 370 The analysis, design, and implementation of distribution systems of people, processes, and technology.
  
  • IET 580 - Industrial Simulation and Modeling

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): CSS 211 or another statistics course. Analysis of manufacturing and service operations encountered in industry usin computer simulation techniques.
  
  • IET 592 - Special Problems

    1-3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and approval of adviser. Supervised study in selected areas of industrial engineering technology.
  
  • IET 615 - Advanced Supply Chain Management

    3 hrs.
    Principles of supply chain management (SCM) to include SCM concepts, strategies, and models.
  
  • IET 670 - Supply Chain Design and Management

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): IET 570  and IET 571  Designing and managing supply chain functions in a typical logistics environment.
  
  • IET 671 - Supply Chain Modeling and Analysis

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): IET 570  and IET 571  The design and operation of contemporary supply chains, with a special emphasis of modeling and analysis.
  
  • IET 672 - Global Supply Chain Management

    3 hrs.
    Relationships between supply chain entities and global issues which influence the management of those relationships.

Information Technology

  
  • ITC 500 - Intranetworking Project Planning

    3 hrs.
    A comprehensive examination of computer networking architectures and evolving technologies.
  
  • ITC 501 - Microprocessor Architecture and Applications

    3 hrs.
    Instruction includes an introduction to the design and programming of microprocessor-based circuits and systems, the design programming tools necessary to create stand-alone microprocessor systems, and a comparison of different microprocessor architectures and applications.
  
  • ITC 522 - Modeling and Animation I

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): ENT 510 or CADD experience. Computer modeling and animation developed with 3D Studio.
  
  • ITC 523 - Advanced Modeling and Animation II

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): SET 522 Expand knowledge of modeling and animation using 3D Studio Max/Viz.
  
  • ITC 525 - Virtual Reality I

    3 hrs.
    Comprehensive study of virtual reality techniques for real-time visualization of engineering technology topics.
  
  • ITC 526 - Virtual Reality II

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): SET 525 Study of advanced virtual realty programming techniques with VRML, JavaScript, and Java.
  
  • ITC 530 - LAN Technologies

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. An analysis of routed local and wide area networking technologies emphasizing planning, design, installation, and management, including router configuration and management.
  
  • ITC 531 - WAN Switching and Remote Access

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): SET 530 and permission of instructor. An examination of implementing routers and switches on internetworks to improve network QOS over packet-switched and circuit-switched connections.
  
  • ITC 532 - Scalable Multilayer Networks

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): SET 531 and permission of instructor. Design, installation, and configuration of complex and scalable routed and switched networks using multilayer switching technologies over high-speed Ethernet.
  
  • ITC 533 - Remote Access and Troubleshooting

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): SET 532 and permission of instructor. Building and troubleshooting remote access networks to interconnect central sites to branch office/telecommuters.
  
  • ITC 553 - Communications Server Administration

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): SET 585 A comprehensive examination of administering enterprise messaging and scheduling services in a client-server environment using currently available applications.
  
  • ITC 555 - E-Commerce Server Administration

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): SET 585 A comprehensive examination of developing, implementing, and administering Web-based services for electronic commerce.
  
  • ITC 563 - Wireless and Personal Communication Systems

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. An examination of current and planned wireless communication systems, emphasizing system architecture and access methodology.
  
  • ITC 565 - Satellite Communication Systems

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. An examination of communication satellite systems, subsystems, and technologies which support global communications.
  
  • ITC 571 - Small Computer Systems

    3 hrs.
    A study of control units, arithmetic units, memories, and microprogramming concepts.
  
  • ITC 571L - Small Computer Systems Laboratory

    1 hr.
    Corequisite(s): ITC 571 
  
  • ITC 583 - Windows Networking

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Computer literacy and two year’s experience using Windows-based operating system. A comprehensive examination of the Windows 95 networking architecture and capabilities.
  
  • ITC 585 - NOS Server Administration

    3 hrs.
    A comprehensive examination of the Windows NT 4.0 installation and administration, one of today’s most popular network operating systems (NOS).
  
  • ITC 586 - Intranetworking

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): SET 585 or permission of instructor. A continuation of SET 585 that will emphasize directory architecture, binding of network protocols, creation and management of user and group.
  
  • ITC 588 - TCP/IP Networking

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): SET 583 or permission of instructor. A comprehensive examination of the Internet’s standard protocol suite TCP/IP.
  
  • ITC 589 - Internet Information Server

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): SET 585, 588, or permission of instructor. Installation and configuration of a popular NOS as an Internet information server.
  
  • ITC 592 - Special Problems

    1-3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing and approval of faculty adviser. Supervised study in area not covered by available courses.
  
  • ITC 620 - Advanced Computer Applications in Engineering Technology

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): ENT 520 or permission of instructor. CADD techniques for 3D wireframe and solid modeling.
  
  • ITC 650 - Advanced Design Systems in Engineering Technology

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. Application of advanced design tools and processes in engineering technology.
  
  • ITC 692 - Special Problems

    1-3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing and approval of faculty adviser. Supervised study in area not covered by available courses

Instructional Technology

  
  • IT 567 - Digital Publishing and Visual Design

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Basic computer literacy or permission of instructor. Graphic design concept, page layout, and photo editing techniques as well as visual design principles to be both pleasing in appearance and effective in communication.
  
  • IT 569 - Multimedia Design and Development

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Basic computer literacy or permission of instructor. Interactive instructional design and applications for effective presentations.
  
  • IT 601 - Foundations of Instructional Technology

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Basic computer literacy. Survey of the historical aspects of instructional media. Application of research in the development of technology relating to libraries, classrooms, industry, and instruction.
  
  • IT 610 - Ethics and Issues in Instructional Technology

    3 hrs.
    An examination of equitable and ethical implications of instructional technology in various learning environments.
  
  • IT 636 - Instructional Design and Development

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Basic computer literacy. Translation of instructional design principles into prototype systems.
  
  • IT 644 - Instructional Multimedia Design

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Basic computer literacy. Advanced methods for the design and development of interactive multimedia applications.
  
  • IT 645 - Technology in Education

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Basic computer literacy. Examines the use of current and emerging computer technologies in education.
  
  • IT 648 - Digital Communications in Education

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Basic computer literacy. Examine issues, methods, and utilization of telecommunication technology as it applies to education.
  
  • IT 650 - Instructional Strategies of Online Teaching

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): IT 648  Survey of distance learning models, theoretical frameworks, historical development, and practical applications.
  
  • IT 662 - Networks in Education

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Basic computer literacy. Examine hardware, software, implementation, and utilization of network technology as it applies to education.
  
  • IT 692 - Special Problems in Instructional Technology

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): REF 601  and IT 742  Advanced individualized project relevant to the student’s skill specialty. Scholarly paper and instructional on approved topic/problem.
  
  • IT 697 - Independent Study and Research

    Hours arranged.
    Not to be counted as credit toward a degree. Students actively working on a thesis or capstone project, consulting with the major professor and/or using other resources of the university may enroll in this course. Students who are not in residence and are not enrolled in at least 3 hours of thesis or capstone project but who are actively working on a thesis or capstone project, consulting with the major professor and/or using other resources of the university, must enroll in this course for at least 1 hour each semester.
  
  • IT 698 - Thesis

    1-6 hrs. for a total of 6 hours.
    Prerequisite(s): REF 601  and IT 742  Credit deferred until thesis is completed.
  
  • IT 699 - Capstone Project

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): IT 636 , IT 644  and IT 648  Credit deferred until capstone project is completed. Design, development, and presentation of practical instructional technology project.
  
  • IT 709 - Leadership in Instructional Technology

    3 hrs.
    Apply administrative practices and principles to implement effective instructional technology learning environments.
  
  • IT 720 - Instructional Design Principles and Theories

    3 hrs.
    A study of principles, models, and theories relating to instructional systems design and its influences upon teaching, learning, and designing instructional systems.
  
  • IT 725 - Leadership and Professional Development in Technology

    3 hrs.
    Examine leadership skills required for implementing technology into an educational program and furthering professional development.
  
  • IT 726 - Models and Procedures of Systems Analysis

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): IT 720  Development of models and procedures for needs assessment, task analysis, and quality management in instructional design.
  
  • IT 740 - Interactive Instructional Media

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Basic computer literacy. Develop interactive instructional media and discuss design principles related to teaching and learning.
  
  • IT 742 - Research in Instructional Systems Technology

    3 hrs.
    Forum for sharing research perspectives, exploring processes involved in defining research problems, and analyzing research theories and methods in instructional technology.
  
  • IT 753 - Instructional Applications of Interactive Video

    3 hrs.
    Application of instructional design, video production, and computer theory to the production of instructional interactive video.
  
  • IT 755 - Web Development and Assessment

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): IT 648 . Examine the World Wide Web as a means for delivering instruction. Design and develop a Web-based course.
  
  • IT 780 - Seminar in Instructional Technology

    3 hrs.
    Examine specific issues related to instructional technology that includes research development, emerging technologies, and other current trends in the field.
  
  • IT 790 - Internship in Instructional Technology

    3 hrs.
    Provides internship experience for students in the areas of instructional technology, design, development and implementation.
  
  • IT 791 - Research in Instructional Technology

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Approval of major professor. Provide internship experience for students in the areas of instructional technology, design, development, and implementation.
  
  • IT 792 - Special Problems in Instructional Technology

    3 hrs.
    Advanced individualized project relevant to the student’s skill specialty. Scholarly paper and instructional project on an approved research topic or instructional problem.
  
  • IT 797 - Independent Study and Research

    3 hrs.
    Students actively working on a dissertation, consulting with the major professor, or using other resources for the university may enroll in this course.
  
  • IT 828 - Systematic Development of Learning

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): IT 720  Analyze and apply principles of instructional design to develop education and training resources using various types of instructional media and materials.
  
  • IT 832 - Evaluation and Assessment of Instructional Design

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): IT 720  Use methods of inquiry and analysis to evaluate the effectiveness of instructional improvement programs that includes designing a program evaluation plan.
  
  • IT 834 - Project Management for Instructional Design

    3 hrs.
    Examine management of instructional-technology related projects that include project management, team selection and building, scheduling, budgeting, monitoring, and evaluating.
  
  • IT 842 - Advanced Research in Instructional Technology

    3 hrs.
    Analysis of various educational research methods and their applications in instructional technology and design contexts.
  
  • IT 852 - Diffusion and Adoption of Technology Innovations

    3 hrs.
    Examine theories, research, and strategies related to the diffusion and adoption of instructional technology innovations in education and training.
  
  • IT 855 - Electronic Portfolio Assessment

    3 hrs.
    Focus on the planning, design, development, and assessment pf professional electronic portfolios.
  
  • IT 858 - Web Accessibility Design and Development

    3 hrs.
    Examine Web accessibility issues faced by learners with disabilities and how Web resources can be designed to improve accessibility.
  
  • IT 860 - Emerging Technology in Instructional Technology

    3 hrs.
    Focus on the uses of current and emerging technology in teaching, training, and learning.
  
  • IT 862 - Instructional Technology and Design Trends

    3 hrs.
    An exploration of historical and recent developments, issues, and concepts that have had major immpact upon the instructional technology and design field.
  
  • IT 898 - Dissertation

    1-9 hrs. (for a total of 9 hrs)
    Credit is deferred until completion of dissertation.

Interdisciplinary Studies

  
  • IDS 560 - Hacking for Defense (H4D)

    3 hrs.
    This course gives graduate students hands-on experience in understanding and developing solutions to national security problems identified by the Departments of Defense, Homeland Security and similar agencies. Permission required to enroll.

Interior Design

  
  • ID 597 - British Housing and Interiors

    3-6 hrs.
    A series of lectures and tours by English authorities on interior design topics.

International Business

  
  • IB 598 - International Business Seminar Abroad

    3-6 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of program director. Conducted in study abroad programs. lectures and discussions with authorities on international business issues and practices.
  
  • IB 692 - Special Problems in International Business

    1-6 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of department chair.

International Development

  
  • IDV 692 - Special Problems

    1-6 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): No .
  
  • IDV 699 - Study Abroad

    1-6 hrs.
    Field experience abroad in the study of international development issues. May be repeated up to 12 hours.
  
  • IDV 710 - International Development Theory

    3 hrs.
    The intellectual heritage and the contemporary global framework of research and practice in international development, including foundations in various disciplines and fields of study.
  
  • IDV 711 - International Political Economy

    3 hrs.
    Examination of the intersection of politics and economics in international development which influence international development models, theories, practice and application.
  
  • IDV 712 - International Law and Organization

    3 hrs.
    Examination of the history and development of international law and the rise of international organizations.
  
  • IDV 713 - Globalization

    3 hrs.
    Examination of the current debates and theories associated with concept of globalization including proponents and critics of the process.
  
  • IDV 719 - Research Design I

    3 hrs.
    Examination of the basic components of research design in the social sciences. Compares various research methods and explains the steps needed to create a research design.
  
  • IDV 720 - Research Design II

    3 hrs.
    Examination of the range of means through which academics can publish their research and writing. Affords students hands-on experience in producing work for consideration for publication in newspapers, journals and books.
  
  • IDV 721 - Statistical Methods in International Development Research

    3 hrs.
    Provides a basic foundation in statistical methods as applied in development-related research to assist students in their own research work and make them better critical consumers of development literature.
  
  • IDV 722 - International Development Statistics II

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): IDV 721  Introduction to advanced statistics including multivariate analysis.
  
  • IDV 725 - Field Research in International Development

    3 hrs.
    Training in research methods conducted in a field setting, emphasizing international contexts.
  
  • IDV 726 - Field Research II

    3 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): IDV 725  and IDV 729  Exploration of primary qualitative data collection in a field environment. Students will actively engage in data collection in a field environment a meet with associated challenges.
  
  • IDV 729 - Qualitative Methods

    3 hrs.
    Introduction to qualitative methods as data collection in international development.
  
  • IDV 730 - International Development Finance

    1-6 hrs.
    Provides a foundation of concepts and terminology in international economic and community development finance.
  
  • IDV 740 - Grantsmanship for Development Research and Practice

    3 hrs.
    Provides students with the information resources and techniques for effective grant writing, to fund both research projects and development-related programs.
  
  • IDV 753 - Economics and Society

    3 hrs.
    This course covers principal theories of economics sociology. Theories, causes, and consequences of the rise of capitalism are presented. Also modern theories (since early 1980s) will be explored.
  
  • IDV 754 - Economics for International Development

    3 hrs.
    This course introduces students to the principal theories and methods of economics and its applications.
  
  • IDV 791 - Internship

    1-6 hrs.
    Provides students with professional experience in private firms, government agencies, or nongovernmental organizations. May be repeated up to a total of 12 hours.
  
  • IDV 795 - U.S. National Security Policy

    3 hrs.
    Examines structures, motivations, and major objectives of national security policymaking from a comparative perspective with emphasis on US national defense.
  
  • IDV 796 - Practicum in Higher and Professional Education

    1-6 hrs.
    Provides students who have a career interest in teaching–either in higher education or in professional training–with pedagogical skills for their profession.
  
  • IDV 797 - Independent Study and Research

    3-6 hrs.
    Hours arranged. Not to be counted as credit toward a degree. Students actively working on dissertation, consulting with the major professor, or using other resources of the university may enroll in this course.
  
  • IDV 850 - Seminar on Current Issues in International Development

    1-6 hrs.
    Prerequisite(s): IDV 710  or permission of instructor. Case studies in current international development practices and leading international development research issues. May be repeated up to a total of 12 hours.
 

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