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CHEM 4210 - Biotechnology and Biocatalysis (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course introduces principles and techniques in biotechnology. The Biotechnology topics will be used to study the past, present, and future of biocatalysis.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in BCHM 5201 .
Cross Listing(s): BCHM 4210 .
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CHEM 4220 - Chemistry of Biofuels (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course introduces the principles of fuels and biofuels. It will also cover the latest in biochemistry and biotechnology and apply this knowledge to current research in biofuels.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in BCHM 5201 .
Cross Listing(s): BCHM 4220 .
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CHEM 4320 - Green Chemistry (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course focuses on understanding the basic principles of green chemistry and applying them to make organic reactions and processes environmentally benign. Other course topics will include the study of the earth and its atmosphere, the concept of atom economy, catalysis, and enzyme catalysis, as well as green reaction media and the use of various renewable energy sources in organic reactions.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CHEM 3402 .
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CHEM 4330 - Solid State Chemistry (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This is an introductory course in solid state chemistry. It will cover synthesis, structure-property relationships and common characterization techniques for solid materials. The lab component will cover select synthesis and characterization techniques of extended solids, focusing on Single crystal and Powder X-ray diffraction structure determinations, and Rietveld Refinement techniques.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CHEM 3100 and CHEM 3300 .
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CHEM 4340 - Materials Chemistry (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course will be an introduction to materials chemistry, with emphasis on the interdisciplinarity of material research. It will overview various classes of materials, including synthesis and characterization, their structural and physical properties, and how those properties relate to their potential applications.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CHEM 3300 and CHEM 3402 .
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CHEM 4410 - Food Chemistry (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
Explores the chemistry associated with the production and processing of food. Includes an examination of the primary literature.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CHEM 3402 .
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CHEM 4510 - X-ray Crystallography (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
Diffraction and crystal structure with identification from single crystal and powder patterns. Lattice parameters and crystal orientation.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CHEM 2100 and CHEM 3402 .
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CHEM 4790 - Chemistry Internship (1-4 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0
Intended primarily for students who plan to seek employment in the chemical industry after graduation rather than going on to graduate or professional studies, this course will provide students with practical experience in industry and business. Students will secure employment on their own, earning academic credit and possible compensation, and gain practical experience and technical training. Students must complete a minimum of 120 hours of on-site work for each credit hour earned.
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CHEM 4900 - Chemical Research Experience (1-4 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 3-12
An independent research experience in which a student will investigate a research problem under the direction of a faculty member. All laboratory.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor required.
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CHEM 4990 - Independent Study (1-3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 1-3 Lab Hours: 3-9
Supervised individual research or study.
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CHEM 5000 - Advanced Special Topics in Chemistry (1-5 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0-3 Lab Hours: 0-6
An intensive study of an advanced application of chemistry in an area of special interest which is not a part of the standard coursework in chemistry. Taught on a one-time basis.
Prerequisite(s):
A minimum grade of “C” in CHEM 3402 .
Cross Listing(s): CHEM 5000G
Is Course Repeatable: Yes
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CHEM 5000G - Advanced Special Topics in Chemistry (1-5 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0-3 Lab Hours: 0-6
An intensive study of an advanced application of chemistry in an an area of special interest which is not a part of the standard coursework in chemistry. Taught on a one-time basis. Graduate students will complete additional projects or research that apply the content of the selected topic of the course in ways that will demonstrate suitable mastery of the content above that expected for the undergraduate students.
Cross Listing(s): CHEM 5000
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Semester
Is Course Repeatable: Yes
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CHEM 5110 - Environmental Chemistry (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
A survey of the current environmental issues and the underlying chemistry associated with them, including stratospheric chemistry, air pollution, global climate change, toxic organic chemicals, natural water systems, soil chemistry, and energy production.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CHEM 2100 and CHEM 3401 .
Cross Listing(s): CHEM 5110G .
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CHEM 5110G - Environmental Chemistry (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
A survey of the current environmental issues and the underlying chemistry associated with them, including stratospheric chemistry, air pollution, global climate change, toxic organic chemicals, natural water systems, soil chemistry, and energy production. Graduate students will be given an extra assignment determined by the instructor that undergraduates will not be required to do.
Cross Listing(s): CHEM 5110 .
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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CHEM 5130 - Industrial Science (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course will provide an overview of the chemical industry. In addition to providing a basic understanding of the top 50 industrial chemicals, their manufacturing processes, and raw materials sources, the course will also cover the origin and manufacture of basic petroleum feed stocks and petrochemicals; catalysis; pulp and paper chemistry; polymers and plastics; adhesives, sealants, and glues; agricultural chemistry; pharmaceutical chemistry; and selected topics of importance to the industry.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CHEM 3300 .
Cross Listing(s): CHEM 5130G
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CHEM 5130G - Industrial Science (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course will provide an overview of the chemical industry, focusing on the chemistries located in the Southern US. Topics to be covered will be the origin and manufacture of basic petroleum feedstocks and petrochemicals; catalysis; pulp and paper chemistry; polymers and plastics; adhesives, sealants, and glues; agricultural chemistry, green chemistry, and nuclear chemistry. Financial analysis, costs, and intellectual property will be discussed. The impact of these industries on the economy of the Southern United States will also be addressed. Graduate students will complete assignments beyond the scope of the undergraduate requirements. These assignments require higher-level mastery of the subject matter and additional deliverables representative of graduate-level work, as determined by the instructor.
Cross Listing(s): CHEM 5130
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Semester
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CHEM 5310 - Polymer Materials (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course will introduce the world of polymer materials, which have become ubiquitous in daily life. The course will cover how polymers are synthesized and characterized, the unique properties of polymers, and how polymer materials are used. Important concepts on polymer structure, molecular weight and its distribution, glass transition, and amorphous versus crystalline state will be introduced.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CHEM 3402 .
Cross Listing(s): CHEM 5310G
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CHEM 5310G - Polymer Materials (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course will introduce students to the world of polymer materials, which are ubiquitous in daily life around the world. It will cover the chemistry of hard and soft polymers, applied polymer science, and the analysis of polymeric materials. This course will also cover how polymers are synthesized and characterized, what unique properties polymers have, and how polymer materials are used. Material covered will include different ways of synthesizing polymers, including step, chain (free radical, “controlled” free radical, ionic), catalytic, and ring opening polymerizations. Important concepts on polymer structure, molecular weight and its distribution, glass transition, and amorphous versus crystalline state will be introduced. Various physical properties and applications of polymers, including mechanical and electrical properties, will also be briefly described. Graduate students will complete assignments beyond the scope of the undergraduate requirements. These assignments require higher-level mastery of the subject matter and additional deliverables representative of graduate-level work, as determined by the instructor.
Cross Listing(s): CHEM 5310
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Semester
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CHEM 5410 - Advanced Organic Chemistry (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 1-2 Lab Hours: 0
A course designed to build upon the knowledge gained in CHEM 3401 (Organic I) and CHEM 3402 (Organic II). Topics covered may include considerations of structural and mechanistic organic chemistry, synthetic organic chemistry and bioorganic chemistry.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CHEM 3402 .
Cross Listing(s): CHEM 5410G .
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CHEM 5410G - Advanced Organic Chemistry (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
A course designed to build upon the knowledge gained in CHEM 3401 (Organic I) and CHEM 3402 (Organic II). Topics covered may include considerations of structural and mechanistic organic chemistry, synthetic organic chemistry and bioorganic chemistry. Graduate students will complete assignments beyond the scope of the undergraduate requirements. These assignments require higher-level mastery of the subject matter and additional deliverables representative of graduate-level work, as determined by the instructor.
Cross Listing(s): CHEM 5410 .
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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CHEM 5411 - Physical Organic Chemistry (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course focuses on the relationship between chemical structures and reactivity, specifically using experimental tools of physical chemistry to the study of organic molecules.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CHEM 3402 .
Cross Listing(s): CHEM 5411G
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CHEM 5411G - Physical Organic Chemistry (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course focuses on the relationship between chemical structures and reactivity, specifically using experimental tools of physical chemistry to the study of organic molecules. Graduate students will complete assignments beyond the scope of the undergraduate requirements. These assignments require higher-level mastery of the subject matter and additional deliverables representative of graduate-level work, as determined by the instructor.
Cross Listing(s): CHEM 5411
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Semester
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CHEM 5412 - Synthetic Organic Chemistry (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course focuses on general methods and strategies for the synthesis of complex organic molecules while developing your ability to predict and understand how organic reactions occur.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CHEM 3402 .
Cross Listing(s): CHEM 5412G
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CHEM 5412G - Synthetic Organic Chemistry (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course focuses on general methods and strategies for the synthesis of complex organic molecules while developing your ability to predict and understand how organic reactions occur. Graduate students will complete assignments beyond the scope of the undergraduate requirements. These assignments require higher-level mastery of the subject matter and additional deliverables representative of graduate-level work, as determined by the instructor
Cross Listing(s): CHEM 5412
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Semester
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CHEM 5420 - Principles of Drug Design (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 1-2 Lab Hours: 0
A course designed to introduce the chemistry of drug design and development, as well as drug actions and their impacts on society. Topics include drug discovery, receptor site theory, neurotransmitters, pharmacokinetics, federal drug laws, drugs in sports and individual classes of drugs.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CHEM 3402 .
Cross Listing(s): CHEM 5420G .
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CHEM 5420G - Principles of Drug Design (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
A course designed to introduce the chemistry of drug design and development, as well as drug actions and their impacts on society. Topics include drug discovery, receptor site theory, neurotransmitters, pharmacokinetics, federal drug laws, drugs in sports and individual classes of drugs. Graduate students will complete assignments beyond the scope of the undergraduate requirements. These assignments require higher-level mastery of the subject matter and additional deliverables representative of graduate-level work, as determined by the instructor.
Cross Listing(s): CHEM 5420 .
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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CHEM 5430 - Carbohydrate Chemistry (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course provides students with an introduction to the chemistry of carbohydrates. Topics include structural aspects, stereochemistry, synthesis, conformational analysis, polysaccharides, and vaccine development.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CHEM 3402 .
Cross Listing(s): CHEM 5430G .
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CHEM 5430G - Carbohydrate Chemistry (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course provides students with an introduction to the chemistry of carbohydrates. Topics include structural aspects, stereochemistry, synthesis, conformational analysis, polysaccharides, and vaccine development. Graduate students will complete assignments beyond the scope of the undergraduate requirements. These assignments require higher-level mastery of the subject matter and additional deliverables representative of graduate-level work, as determined by the instructor.
Cross Listing(s): CHEM 5430 .
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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CHEM 6131 - Solid State Materials (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course is an introduction to the physical and chemical properties of solids. Topics may include: periodic structure, symmetry of crystals, diffraction, reciprocal lattice, chemical bonding, lattice dynamics, phonons, thermal properties, and free electron gas. Bloch theorem, band structure, nearly free electron approximation, tight binding method, Fermi surface, semiconductors, electrons, holes, impurities, optical properties, excitons, and magnetism will be introduced.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in MATH 2242 .
Cross Listing(s): CHEM 6131.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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CHEM 6133 - Photonics Plasmonics & Metamat (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
The course offers an introduction into theory and models related to photonics and electronics of photonic crystals, plasmonic metal nanostructures, metal-dielectric metamaterials and metasurfaces, localized scatterers and emitters. Students will improve their overall understanding of how these methods and models apply to practical systems related to spectroscopy, imaging, excitation and control over condensed, chemical and biological nano- and microstructures. The course covers a broad range of topics including: dielectric properties of materials in relation to their electronic structure, propagation and emission of radiation in strongly inhomogeneous and anisotropic materials, introduction into plasmonics, properties of photonic crystals and metamaterials, Mie theory of light scattering and near-fields at micro and nanoparticles, optical forces and tweezers, energy and momentum transfer in light-matter interactions and others.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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CHEM 6230 - Scientific Inquiry and Ethics (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course will provide a foundation in modern research methods, data handling and analysis, and a grounding in the current standards for scientifically ethical behavior and publishing.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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CHEM 6530 - Professional Science Communication (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course is designed to prepare professional scientists and science academicians in the skills of effective communication in order to convey scientific principles and knowledge to others in the sciences. It will also create awareness of the need to write promoting science understanding in lay people.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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CHEM 6730 - Master of Science in Physical Science Internship (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0
This course is the required internship for the Master of Science in Physical Science (MSPS) degree. Students will apply their skills and knowledge to a current problem in a professional setting, either on campus or at the site of a participating sponsor.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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CHEM 6940 - Special Topics in Chemistry (1-4 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0-4 Lab Hours: 0-12
Topics chosen from all fields of chemistry dependent on instructor and student interest. Offered by special arrangement.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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CHEM 6971 - Independent Study I (1-4 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0-4 Lab Hours: 0-12
Qualified students perform literature searches and supervised laboratory experimentation and write acceptable research reports. Proposed work must be approved in writing by supervising faculty and department head prior to initiation.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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CHEM 7020 - Chem for Secondary Sci Teacher (1-4 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0-4 Lab Hours: 0-12
Topics in chemistry with emphasis on their application to the secondary science classroom. Hands-on activities may include demonstrations, laboratory experiments and computer technology.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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CHEM 7090 - Selected Topics/Chemistry (1-6 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0-6 Lab Hours: 0-6
A course taught on a one time basis. Lecture only courses will be three credit hours while courses with a laboratory will be four credit hours.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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CHEM 7130 - Sustainability in the Physical Sciences (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course will provide an overview of sustainability, including current standards of sustainability, quantitative methods of measurement, and current applications of sustainable practices. The twelve Principles of Green Chemistry and Engineering will form the foundation of this course. Case studies, analysis of sustainability trends and common practices, and future research will be covered. Lifecycle analysis, current best practices in sustainability, the triple bottom line, social impacts of sustainability, and other topics will be discussed.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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CHEM 7231 - Theoretical Chemistry (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
Chemistry research is increasingly supported by quantum chemical computations. This course will provide students with a complete understanding of ab initio quantum chemistry. Students are exposed to Hartree-Fock, MP2, and Coupled Cluster Theory in addition to basis sets and practical computational approaches. Upon completion, students will be able to choose a proper computational method, to diagnose issues that may arise within such computations, and also to compare methods from mathematical arguments. Prior knowledge in quantum chemistry and/or mechanics is highly recommended.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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CHEM 7232 - Toxicology of Nanomaterials (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course covers concepts related to the toxicity of nanomaterials. Students will design methods for studying nanomaterial toxicity as well as for profiling various classes of nanomaterials.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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CHEM 7335 - Coatings Technology (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course will introduce the fascinating field of coatings technology, which is widely applied in daily life. The course will cover what a coating is typically composed of, what typical coating binders are and how they are made, how to formulate a coating (different coating categories), and how typical coatings properties are affected by various ingredients.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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CHEM 7531 - Chemistry of Biomolecules I (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course covers the fundamental structure and function of the three major classes of biomolecules: proteins, lipids, and carbohydrates, as well as signal transduction, DNA technologies, and membrane transport.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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CHEM 7532 - Chemistry of Biomolecules II (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 1-2 Lab Hours: 0
This course covers the catabolism and anabolism of biomolecules of proteins, lipids, and amino acids and examines nucleic acid chemistry, including DNA replication, transcription, translation, and recombinant DNA technology.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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CHEM 7630 - Graduate Seminar (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 1-2 Lab Hours: 0
This course will consist of formal seminars and informal sessions on current topics of interest to the program as presented by visiting lecturers, local researchers, and students. All MS-APS students must attend a set number of seminars each term they are enrolled in the program. Thesis track students in their final semester will prepare a comprehensive presentation on their thesis research as well as submit a report reviewing the topics covered during the seminar series.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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CHEM 7895 - Research (1-3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0
Graduate students will pursue, under the direction of their advisory committee, a program of independent research in a particular area of physical science. Results of the research will be presented as a thesis in partial fulfillment of the Master of Science in Applied Physical Science degree.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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CHEM 7940 - Chem for Middle Grades Teacher (1-4 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0-4 Lab Hours: 0-12
Topics in chemistry with emphasis on their application to the middle grades classroom. Hands-on activities may include demonstrations, laboratory experiments and computer technology.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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CHEM 7999 - Thesis (1-3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0
Results of an individual, independent research project will be presented as a thesis in partial fulfillment of the Master of Science in Physical Science degree. The thesis requires defense of the design, execution, analysis, and interpretation of the research project.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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CHFD 7090 - Selected Topics in Child and Family Development (1-3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 1-3 Lab Hours: 0-3
Provides the student with an opportunity for in-depth study of selected topics in Child and Family Development.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of Instructor.
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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CHIN Chinese |
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CHIN 1001 - Elementary Chinese I (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
For students who have never studied Chinese. Focus on basic communication skills (understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Chinese) and cultural understanding. Includes laboratory program.
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CHIN 1002 - Elementary Chinese II (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
Continued focus on basic communication skills (understanding, speaking, reading, writing Chinese) and cultural understanding, with increased emphasis on active use of the language. Includes laboratory program.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CHIN 1001 .
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CHIN 2001 - Intermediate Chinese I (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course builds upon communication skills (understanding, speaking, reading, and writing Chinese) and cultural understanding which is developed at the elementary level.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CHIN 1002 or at least two years of high school Chinese with a minimum grade of “B”.
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CHIN 2002 - Intermediate Chinese II (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
Continued building upon proficiency skills (speaking, writing, listening, and reading) and cultural understanding. Focus on development of the ability to create with the language, to resolve simple situations, and to ask and answer questions. After completing this course, successful students should be prepared to function minimally in a Chinese-speaking environment and to take CHIN upper-division courses.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CHIN 2001 .
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CHIN 3030 - Selected Topics in Chinese (1-3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 1-3 Lab Hours: 0
Selected topics in Chinese.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CHIN 2002 .
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CHIN 3185 - Studies Abroad: Speaking I (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This is a course in oral communications in Chinese using materials that are appropriate for building on intermediate-level skills and which are related thematically to the country/culture visited.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CHIN 2002 .
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CHIN 3385 - Study Abroad: Writing I (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This is a course in written communications in Chinese using materials that are appropriate for building on intermediate-level skills and which are related thematically to the country/culture visited.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CHIN 2002 .
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CHIN 4185 - Studies Abroad: Speaking II (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This is a course in oral communications in Chinese using materials that are appropriate for building on advanced-level skills and which are related thematically to the country/culture visited.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CHIN 2002 .
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CHIN 4385 - Studies Abroad: Writing II (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This is a course in written communications in Chinese using materials that are appropriate for building on advanced-level skills and which are related thematically to the country/culture visited.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CHIN 2002 .
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GSOU 1000 - CIR Placeholder Course (99 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0-99 Lab Hours: 0-99
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CENG 1133 - Engineering Graphics for Civil and Construction Engineers (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0,2 Lab Hours: 0,2
This course addresses the basic skills of engineering drawings with manual and computer aided design tools. Topics include the use of engineering and architectural scales, multiple views and projections, 2D Drawings using AutoCAD, and introduction of Civil 3D and Revit.
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CENG 1731 - Civil Engineering Computations (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0,2 Lab Hours: 0,2
This course serves as an introduction to the civil and construction engineering programs, with an emphasis on civil and construction engineering computations. Use of contemporary computing tools and methodologies, and acceptable technical reporting of data as appropriate to civil and construction engineering applications are also introduced.
Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of “C” or concurrent enrollment in MATH 1441 .
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CENG 2131 - Civil Engineering Fluid Mechanics (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0,2 Lab Hours: 0,2
This course covers basic concepts of fluid mechanics, and the fundamentals and applications of ideal and real fluid flow. Topics include fluid statics, conservation principles, the Bernoulli equation, fluid flow in pipes, fluid flow measurement devices, open channel flow, and basic hydraulic structures.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in ENGR 2231 .
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CENG 2231 - Surveying (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0,2 Lab Hours: 0,2
Principles of the level, theodolite, electronic distance measurement(EDM), total station and global positioning systems, taping, note keeping, coordinate geometry, control surveys, triangulation, trilateration, plane coordinate systems, azimuth and topographic mapping. Laboratory Includes use of level, theodolite, EDM, total station, GPS, traverse closure, level net closure, topographic mapping, measuring distances and heights using coordinate geometry calculations.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in MATH 1112 or MATH 1113 or MATH 1441 and CENG 1133 or ENGR 1133 or TCM 1232 .
Cross Listing(s): TCM 2233 .
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CENG 3131 - Introduction to Environmental Engineering (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0,2 Lab Hours: 0,2
The course is an introduction to environmental engineering. Topics include a review of the role of the United States Environmental Protection Agency(EPA) in environmental protection, mass balance, rainfall and runoff analysis, basic surface water and groundwater hydrology, water quality management, municipal solid waste and hazardous waste management, and air pollution control.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CHEM 1310 .
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CENG 3132 - Introduction to Water and Wastewater Treatment (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0,2 Lab Hours: 0,2
The course is an introduction to water and wastewater treatment. Topics include sources and characteristics of water and wastewater, treatment standards, selection of different water and wastewater treatment processes, design principles for treatment units in water and wastewater treatment plants, and standard laboratory tests used to control the operation of water and wastewater treatment plants.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CENG 2131 and CENG 3131 .
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CENG 3135 - Construction Cost Control and Finance (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course introduces the long-term contract methods for recognizing revenue and their impact on construction company financial statements. The course also covers the analysis of construction company financial statements and their use in developing budgets, project cash needs, pricing construction projects, and forecasting the impact of business decisions on profit. The project cost control and the contract delivery methods are also discussed, along with ethical guidelines for professional conduct and code of ethics.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in ECON 2105 .
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CENG 3232 - Soil Mechanics (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0,2 Lab Hours: 0,2
This course is an introduction to soil mechanics, including an investigation of the mechanical and physical properties of soils and the relation to soil action in problems of engineering such as soil composition, index properties, classification, exploration, compaction, permeability, stress distribution, consolidation, settlement, shear strength, bearing capacity, and lateral earth pressure.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in ENGR 3233 .
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CENG 3233 - Civil Engineering Materials (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0,2 Lab Hours: 0,2
Introduction to materials science and basic engineering properties of common civil engineering materials including metals, soils, aggregates, Portland cement concrete, asphalt binder and asphalt concrete, wood, and masonry. Written and oral communication skills are an important part of this course.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in ENGR 3233 .
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CENG 3311 - Fluid Mechanics Lab (1 Credit Hour)
Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 2
The laboratory includes measurement of water properties including specific weight and dynamic viscosity, use of the Bernoulli equation, pressure measurement, flow rate measurement on a pipe, open channel flow, calibration of flow-measuring, head loss in piping systems, and characteristics of centrifugal pumps.
Corequisite(s): Corequisite(s): ENGR 3235 .
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CENG 3331 - Structural Analysis (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0,2 Lab Hours: 0,2
This course investigates the behavior of common structural systems under various loading conditions. The course focuses on the accurate analysis of statically determinate trusses, beams and frames and uses approximate methods to analyze indeterminate frames. The calculation of deflections and the effects of moving loads are also considered.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in ENGR 3233 .
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CENG 3333 - Reinforced Concrete Design (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0,3 Lab Hours: 0,1
The course covers characteristics of concrete materials; introduction to ACI Building Code requirements for reinforced concrete; strength design of slabs, beams, columns, and footings.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CENG 3331 .
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CENG 4133 - Transportation Systems (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0,2 Lab Hours: 0,2
Overview of transportation engineering with respect to traffic operations and transportation planning, including mainly highway. Emphasis on design and traffic control devices with considerations of economy, safety, and environment. Laboratory involves data measurement and analysis techniques associated with transportation engineering using probability.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CENG 2231 and MATH 3337 .
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CENG 4135 - Highway Design (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0,2 Lab Hours: 0,2
This course provides an introduction to highway design based on conventional constraints including: vertical and horizontal geometry, traffic, safety, drainage, economic, and human factors.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CENG 2231 or TCM 2233 .
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CENG 4232 - Foundation Design (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0,2 Lab Hours: 0,2
Introduction to foundation design methods, including shallow foundations, slope stability, pile foundation, and retaining walls.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CENG 3232 .
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CENG 4331 - Structural Steel Design (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0,3 Lab Hours: 0,1
Course includes characteristics of structural steel; introduction to AISC Load and Resistance Factor Design (LRFD) specifications; design of tension members, columns, beams, beam-columns, and connections.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CENG 3331 .
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CENG 4518 - Introduction to Senior Project (1 Credit Hour)
Lecture Hours: 12-31 Lab Hours: 2
This course is the first component of the senior project series of two courses designed to aid the students in successful completion of the capstone project required for the civil engineering curriculum. This first course introduces students to contemporary civil engineering considerations and professional engineering practice in a global, economic, environmental, and societal context. The course prepares students to function on multi-disciplinary teams while completing preliminary tasks required for the senior project. The importance of lifelong learning and professional licensure is also addressed.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” or concurrent enrollment inCENG 3333 or CENG 4331 and Senior standing.
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CENG 4539 - Senior Project (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 6
This course is designed to be the culmination of the undergraduate civil engineering education experience. The course draws together diverse elements of the Civil Engineering curriculum to provide an integrating experience and to develop competence in focusing both technical and nontechnical skills in solving problems. The senior project course involves design and analysis of a new or modified civil engineering project or system with demonstrated feasibility.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CENG 4518 and approval of Department Chair.
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CENG 4730 - Experiential Learning in Civil and Construction Engineering (1 Credit Hour)
Lecture Hours: 0 Lab Hours: 0
This course provides an opportunity for Civil and Construction Engineering Students to participate in Experiential, Cooperative Education, and receive practical work experience with a pre-approved Civil and Construction Engineering employer. A minimum total of 320 documented contact hours of employment per work assignment with the selected employer are required for course credit.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CENG 2231 or TCM 2233 .
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CENG 4890 - Special Problems in Civil Engineering (1-4 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 1-3 Lab Hours: 0-2
This course provides for specialized study in the area of Civil Engineering not otherwise covered by the CE program.
Prerequisite(s): As determined by instructor.
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CENG 5090 - Selected Topics in Civil Engineering (1-3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0-3 Lab Hours: 0-6
This course is scheduled on an infrequent basis to explore special areas in civil engineering.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of Instructor.
Cross Listing(s): CENG 5090G .
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CENG 5090G - Selected Topics in Civil Engineering (1-3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0-3 Lab Hours: 0-6
This course is scheduled on an infrequent basis to explore special areas in civil engineering. Graduate students will be required to complete a case study or research project not required of undergraduate students.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of Instructor.
Cross Listing(s): CENG 5090 .
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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CENG 5133 - Water Supply and Wastewater Collection Systems (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0,2 Lab Hours: 0,2
This course covers water supply and wastewater collection systems. Topics include basic hydraulics, major and minor head losses, pipes in series and parallel, water distribution network analysis, design of water supply distribution systems, sanitary sewer collection systems, and storm sewer collection systems.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CENG 3132 or permission ofinstructor.
Cross Listing(s): CENG 5133G .
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CENG 5133G - Water Supply and Wastewater Collection Systems (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2
This course covers water supply and wastewater collection systems. Topics include basic hydraulics, major and minor head losses, pipes in series and parallel, water distribution network analysis, design of water supply distribution systems, sanitary sewer collection systems, and storm sewer collection systems. Graduate students will be required to complete individual advanced level research in an area beyond the scope of the undergraduate requirements that demonstrates a higher level of mastery in the subject matter with additional required deliverables representative of graduate level work, as determined by the instructor.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CENG 3132 .
Cross Listing(s): CENG 5133 .
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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CENG 5136 - Watershed Management (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course provides an introduction to the field of watershed management from an Environmental Engineering perspective. The course covers a wide range of topics that describe the most important aspects of watershed management including watershed assessment and the processes that control water quality in an urban and rural watershed. Fundamentals principles of environmental and water resources engineering will be used to understand the processes that control the transport and fate of pollutants in a watershed. The same principles will be used to develop processes and management practices to improve the water quality in watersheds. Topics addressed include: water quality regulations; physical, chemical, and biological processes affecting that rate and transport of pollutants to surface waters; nonpoint source pollution (NPS); and best management practices among others. The course is intended for seniors and graduate students who want to gain more experience in the area of Environmental Engineer and Water Resources.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CENG 3131 or Instructor Approval.
Cross Listing(s): CENG 5136G .
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CENG 5136G - Watershed Management (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course provides an introduction to the field of watershed management from an Environmental Engineering perspective. The course covers a wide range of topics that describe the most important aspects of watershed management including watershed assessment and the processes that control water quality in an urban and rural watershed. Fundamentals principles of environmental and water resources engineering will be used to understand the processes that control the transport and fate of pollutants in a watershed. The same principles will be used to develop processes and management practices to improve the water quality in watersheds. Topics addressed include: water quality regulations; physical, chemical, and biological processes affecting that rate and transport of pollutants to surface waters; nonpoint source pollution (NPS); and best management practices among others. The course is intended for seniors and graduate students who want to gain more experience in the area of Environmental Engineer and Water Resources. Graduate students will be required to complete advanced level assignments in areas beyond the scope of the undergraduate requirements demonstrating a higher level of mastery in the subject matter with additional required deliverables representative of graduate level work, as determined by the instructor.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CENG 3131 for CECM students. Approval if the student is enrolled in another program at Georgia Southern.
Cross Listing(s): CENG 5136 .
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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CENG 5137 - Engineering Hydrology and Hydraulics (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0,2 Lab Hours: 0,2
This course integrates concepts developed in Fluid Mechanics with fundamental hydrologic and hydraulic processes used in the analysis and design of urban drainage, flood control, and measurement structures. Hydrology topics include the hydrologic cycle, precipitation, hydrograph analysis, evapotranspiration, runoff, and flood routing. Hydraulics Topics Include open channel flow, hydraulic design, pump classification, pump and system curves, and water/wastewater pumping stations.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CENG 2131 or permission of instructor.
Cross Listing(s): CENG 5137G .
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CENG 5137G - Engineering Hydrology and Hydraulics (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2
This course integrates concepts developed in Fluid Mechanics with fundamental hydrologic and hydraulic processes used in the analysis and design of urban drainage, flood control, and measurement structures. Hydrology topics include the hydrologic cycle, precipitation, hydrograph analysis, evapotranspiration, runoff, and flood routing. Hydraulics topics include open channel flow, hydraulic design, pump classification, pump and system curves, and water/wastewater pumping stations. Graduate students will be required to complete individual advanced level research in an area beyond the scope of the undergraduate requirements that demonstrates a higher level of mastery in the subject matter with additional required deliverables representative of graduate level work, as determined by the instructor.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CENG 2131 or permission of instructor.
Cross Listing(s): CENG 5137 .
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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CENG 5138 - Water and Sanitation for International Development (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 1-2 Lab Hours: 0
This course addresses the design of small-scale, low cost systems for drinking water supply and wastewater disposal. Topics include surface water intakes, wells, storage tanks, water distribution systems, water quality testing, septic tanks, leach fields, and oxidation ponds. The course emphasizes on-site data collection methods, practical issues of design, and project sustainability.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CENG 2131 or permission of instructor.
Cross Listing(s): CENG 5138G .
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CENG 5138G - Water and Sanitation for International Development (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 0
This course addresses the design of small-scale, low cost systems for drinking water supply and wastewater disposal. Topics include surface water intakes, wells, storage tanks, water distribution systems, water quality testing, septic tanks, leach fields, and oxidation ponds. The course emphasizes on-site data collection methods, practical issues of design, and project sustainability. Graduate students will be required to complete individual advanced level research in an area beyond the scope of the undergraduate requirements that demonstrates a higher level of mastery in the subject matter with additional required deliverables representative of graduate level work, as determined by the instructor.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CENG 2131 or permission of instructor.
Cross Listing(s): CENG 5138 .
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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CENG 5139 - Advanced Water and Wastewater Treatment (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0,2 Lab Hours: 0,2
The course covers advanced water and wastewater treatment processes necessary for designing and managing modern drinking water and wastewater treatment plants. Topics include ion exchange, ozonation, adsorption, membrane, Biological Nutrients Removal (BNR), Membrane Biological Reactor (MBR), disinfection, sludge treatment and disposal, wastewater reclamation and reuse, and effluent disposal.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CENG 3132 or permission of instructor.
Cross Listing(s): CENG 5139G .
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CENG 5139G - Advanced Water and Wastewater Treatment (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2
The course covers advanced water and wastewater treatment processes necessary for designing and managing modern drinking water and wastewater treatment plants. Topics include ion exchange, ozonation, adsorption, membrane, Biological Nutrients Removal (BNR), Membrane Biological Reactor (MBR), disinfection, sludge treatment and disposal, wastewater reclamation and reuse, and effluent disposal. Graduate students will be required to complete individual advanced level research in an area beyond the scope of the undergraduate requirements that demonstrates a higher level of mastery in the subject matter with additional required deliverables representative of graduate level work, as determined by the instructor.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CENG 3132 or permission of instructor.
Cross Listing(s): CENG 5139 .
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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CENG 5231 - Pavement Analysis and Design (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0,2 Lab Hours: 0,2
This course provides an introduction to different approaches to pavement analysis and design, including flexible and rigid pavement design, preservation, rehabilitation, and management.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CENG 3232 and CENG 3233 or permission of instructor.
Cross Listing(s): CENG 5231G .
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CENG 5231G - Pavement Analysis and Design (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2
This course provides an introduction to different approaches to pavement analysis and design, including flexible and rigid pavement design, preservation, rehabilitation, and management. Graduate students will be required to complete individual advanced level research in an area beyond the scope of the undergraduate requirements that demonstrates a higher level of mastery in the subject matter with additional required deliverables representative of graduate level work, as determined by the instructor.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CENG 3232 and CENG 3233 or permission of instructor.
Cross Listing(s): CENG 5231 .
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CENG 5232 - Foundation Design (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0,2 Lab Hours: 0,2
This course provides an introduction to foundation design methods, including shallow foundations, slope stability analysis, pile foundations, and retaining walls.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CENG 3232 or permission ofinstructor.
Cross Listing(s): CENG 5232G .
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CENG 5232G - Foundation Design (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2
This course provides an introduction to foundation design methods, including shallow foundations, slope stability analysis, pile foundations, and retaining walls. Graduate students will be required to complete individual advanced level research in an area beyond the scope of the undergraduate requirements that demonstrates a higher level of mastery in the subject matter with additional required deliverables representative of graduate level work, as determined by the instructor.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CENG 3232 or permission of instructor.
Cross Listing(s): CENG 5232 .
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CENG 5234 - Asphalt Mix Design (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0,2 Lab Hours: 0,2
This course is an introduction to contemporary materials and engineering properties of asphalt binders, modified binders, and asphalt mixtures including: modern binder and mixture specifications, mix design systems and test methods.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CENG 3233 or permission of instructor.
Cross Listing(s): CENG 5234G .
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CENG 5234G - Asphalt Mix Design (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 2 Lab Hours: 2
This course is an introduction to contemporary materials and engineering properties of asphalt binders, modified binders, and asphalt mixtures including: modern binder and mixture specifications, mix design systems and test methods. Graduate students will be required to complete individual advanced level research in an area beyond the scope of the undergraduate requirements that demonstrates a higher level of mastery in the subject matter with additional required deliverables representative of graduate level work, as determined by the instructor.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CENG 3233 or permission of instructor.
Cross Listing(s): CENG 5234 .
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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CENG 5331 - Advanced Structural Analysis (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0,2 Lab Hours: 0,2
This course covers the analysis of statically indeterminate structures. Classical and modern methods, such as the slope-deflection approach and the matrix-based stiffness method of analysis for indeterminate trusses, CENG 3331 beams, and frames are presented. Additionally, a commercially available software package, for structural analysis, is employed to model and analyze relatively larger structures, requiring computational assistance.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CENG 1731 and CENG 3331 and MATH 2160 or permission of instructor.
Cross Listing(s): CENG 5331G .
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CENG 5331G - Advanced Structural Analysis (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0,2 Lab Hours: 0,2
This course covers the analysis of statically indeterminate structures. Classical and modern methods, such as the slope-deflection approach and the matrix-based stiffness method of analysis for indeterminate trusses, beams, and frames are presented. Additionally, a commercially available software package, for structural analysis, is employed to model and analyze relatively larger structures, requiring computational assistance. Graduate students will be required to complete individual advanced level research in an area beyond the scope of the undergraduate requirements that demonstrates a higher level of mastery in the subject matter with additional required deliverables representative of graduate level work, as determined by the instructor.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CENG 1731 and CENG 3331 and MATH 2160 or permission of instructor.
Cross Listing(s): CENG 5331 .
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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CENG 5332 - Prestressed Concrete Design (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 0,2 Lab Hours: 0,1
This course introduces students to the design of common prestressed concrete elements. It presents historical developments, the properties of constituent materials, prestress losses, and the design of prestressed structural members to support flexural and shear loadings.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CENG 3333 or permission of instructor.
Cross Listing(s): CENG 5332G .
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CENG 5332G - Prestressed Concrete Design (3 Credit Hours)
Lecture Hours: 3 Lab Hours: 1
This course introduces students to the design of common prestressed concrete elements. It presents historical developments, the properties of constituent materials, prestress losses, and the design of prestressed structural members to support flexural and shear loadings. Graduate students will be required to complete individual advanced level research in an area beyond the scope of the undergraduate requirements that demonstrates a higher level of mastery in the subject matter with additional required deliverables representative of graduate level work, as determined by the instructor.
Prerequisite(s): A minimum grade of “C” in CENG 3333 or permission of instructor.
Cross Listing(s): CENG 5332 .
Restriction(s): NO Undergraduate Level Students
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