Experimental Courses 2013-2014

A E 160X Systematic Problem Solving and Computer Programming. Cr. 3. S. (Same as BSE) Prereqs: MATH 165 or enrollment in MATH 142. Engineering approach to problem solution and presentation in the context of real world problems. Introduction to basic principles from statics, projectile motion, conservation of mass and energy, and electricity and magnetism. Use of spreadsheet programs and computer programming language(s) to solve and present engineering problems. Introduction to interfacing computers to sensor systems for data collection.

A E 273X. CAD for Process Facilities and Land Use Planning (3-0) Cr. 3. S. (Same as BSE 273X). Prereqs: ENGR 170 or TSM 116 or equivalent. 8-week course. Application of 2-D AutoCAD software to create and interpret 3-D drawings of plant layouts and soil water conservation structures. Use drawings to evaluate options and to create design documentation: stand drawing views, dimension, and notes.

A E 423X. Energy and the Environment. (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereqs: MATH 160 or higher, PHYS 221; A E 216 or M E 231. Overview of energy engineering principles, energy use, and environmental impacts. Fossil fuel energy resources and conversion. Nuclear energy principles, reactors, fuel cycle. Renewable energy systems: solar, wind, water, and biomass conversions. Air, water and land pollution. Energy, global warming, and climate change.

A ECL 457L. Herpetology Laboratory. Cr. 1. S. (Same as BIOL 457L) Prereqs: BIOL 351 or BIOL/A ECL 365. Laboratory to accompany Biology/Animal Ecology 457. Focus on survey methods, identification, relationships, distribution, habits, and habitats of amphibians and reptiles.

A ECL 458L. Ornithology Laboratory. (0-3) Cr. 1. S. (Cross-listed with BIOL 458L). Prereq: BIOL 351 or BIOL/A ECL 365; concurrent enrollment in A ECL 458 or BIOL 458 required. Laboratory complements lecture topics with emphasis on external anatomy, identification and distribution of Midwest birds, and field trips.

A ECL 459L. Mammalogy Laboratory. (0-3) Cr. 1. S. (Cross-listed with BIOL 459L). Prereq: BIOL 351 or BIOL/A ECL 365; concurrent enrollment in A ECL 459 or BIOL 459 required. Laboratory focus on identification, survey methods, distribution, habits, and habitats of mammals. Several field trips.

A TR 218X. Orientation to Athletic Training Clinical Experience. (0-2) Cr. 0.5. Pre-athletic training clinical experience designed to orientate students to the athletic training profession prior to enrolling in athletic training course sequence. Students will observe athletic trainers in various athletic training clinical sites. Open to pre-athletic training students only. Offered on a satisfactory - fail grading basis only.

A M D 329X. Digital Textile Printing for Apparel Design. (2-2) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: A M D 321 and A M D 325. Overview of the use of digital printing in the textile and apparel industry, color matching, repeat print patterns, engineered prints, and creation of apparel prototypes.

ACCT 589X. Corporate Social Responsibility Reporting (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: ACCT 501. Examines the theory and practice of social and environmental reporting, the role of the corporation in society, and the mechanisms by which society might hold corporations accountable for their actions.

AER E 433X. Spacecraft Dynamics and Control. (3-0) Cr. 3 F. Prereqs: EM 345 (Dynamics) Introduction to modern spacecraft attitude dynamics and control. Rotational kinematics and 3-dimensional rigid-body dynamics. Stability of spinning spacecraft. Spacecraft attitude stabilization and rotational maneuvers. Spacecraft attitude determination and control subsystems (ADCS). Spacecraft actuators, sensors, and external disturbances.

AER E 463X. Introduction to Multidisciplinary Design Optimization (MDO). (3-0) Cr. 3. S. (Dual-listed with AER E 563X). Prereq: senior standing in College of Engineering. Introduction to the theory and methods of Multidisciplinary Design Optimization (MDO), including system coupling, system sensitivity methods, decomposition methods, MDO formulations (such as multiple-discipline feasible (MDF), individual discipline feasible (IDF) and all-at-once (AAO) approaches, and MDO search methods.

AER E 468X. Large-Scale Complex Engineered Systems (LSCES). (3-0) Cr. 3. F. (Cross-listed with IE 468X). Prereq: senior standing in College of Engineering or permission of AER E 468X instructor. Introduction to the theorectical foundation and methods associated with the design for large-scale complex engineered systems, including objective function formation, design reliability, value-driven design, product robustness, utility theory, economic factors for the formation of a value function and complexity science as a means of detecting unintended consequences in the product behavior.

AER E 511X. Wind Energy System Design (WESD). (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: AERE 310, AERE321, AERE 331 (or equivalent courses) or WESEP 501X. Advanced design, control, and operation of horizontal-axis wind  turbines which include design loads, component design and prediction of its residual life, design of wind farms, electro-mechanical energy conversion systems, optimal control, life-cycle management.

AER E 563X. Introduction to Multidisciplinary Design Optimization (MDO). (3-0) Cr. 3. S. (Dual-listed with AER E 463X). Introduction to the theory and methods of Multidisciplinary Design Optimization (MDO), including system coupling, system sensitivity methods, decomposition methods, MDO formulations (such as multiple-discipline feasible (MDF), individual discipline feasible (IDF) and all-at-once (AAO) approaches, and MDO search methods.

AER E 568X. Large-Scale Complex Engineered Systems (LSCES). (3-0) Cr. 3. F. (Cross-listed with IE 568X). Prereq: senior standing in College of Engineering or permission of AER E 568X instructor. Introduction to the theorectical foundation and methods associated with the design for large-scale complex engineered systems, including objective function formation, design reliability, value-driven design, product robustness, utility theory, economic factors for the formation of a value function and complexity science as a means of detecting unintended consequences in the product behavior.

AESHM 112X. Orientation for AESHM. (1-0) Cr. 1. Prereq: AESHM majors only. Orientation policies and procedures of university, college, department, and program. Some online lectures.

AESHM 113X. Professional Development. (2-0) Cr. 2. Prereq: Concurrent with AESHM 112X for new students. Career exploration, presentation and professional skills, teamwork and leadership, creativity, critical thinking, technology, and service learning components.

AESHM 211X. Leadership Experiences and Development (LEAD). (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Introduction to leadership behaviors. Development and utilization of leadership behaviors to positively impact school life, community life, and work life.

AESHM 472X. Fashion Show Management. (2-2) Cr. 2-3. Repeatable for one time for 2 credits, maximum of 5 credits. S. Prereq: Permission of instructor. Provide leadership and communicate direction for planning and production of fashion show including developing budgets, publicity, advertising, fundraising, choreography, staging, lighting, and food.

AGEDS 388X. Agricultural Mechanics Applications. (2-3) Cr. 3. Repeatable. F, S, SS.Introduction to SMAW (Arc), GMAW (Mig), GTAW (Tig), Oxy-Fuel welding, Oxy-Fuel cutting, and Plasma cutting theories and applications. Emphasis will be on theoretical foundation of welding, safety, welding skill development, and management of equipment, and materials. Introduction to small engines and applications. Emphasis will be on theory of operating systems, maintenance, troubleshooting, failure analysis, and safety.

AGEDS 461X. Technology Transfer and the Role of Agricultural and Extension Education. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. (Dual listed with 561X). Impact of agricultural and extension education processes on development and their role in the transfer of agricultural technology. Utilizing situational analysis techniques to analyze and solve problems in international agricultural education programs.

AGEDS 475X. Agri-Marketing and Communications Competition. (2-0) Cr. 1-2. Repeatable. F, S. Prereq: Admission by invitation. Specialized training in communication and agricultural marketing knowledge and skills in preparation for intercollegiate competition. Maximum of 6 credits can be applied toward graduation.

AGEDS 511X. Professional Presentation Strategies for Audiences on Agricultural Issues. (3-0) Cr. 3 F.S. SS. Prereqs: Graduate classification. Utilizing instructional methods, techniques, and problem-solving presentation strategies.

AGEDS 561X. Technology Transfer and the Role of Agricultural and Extension Education. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. (Dual-listed with 461X). Impact of agricultural and extension education processes on development and their role in the transfer of agricultural technology. Utilizing situational analysis techniques to analyze and solve problems in international agricultural education programs.

AGRON 259X. Organic Compounds in Plant and Soil Environments. (3-0) Cr. 3 S. Prereqs: Chem 163, 167, or 177; 6 credits in Agronomy recommended. Structure, function, and transformations of organic compounds significant in plant and soil environments.

AGRON 388X. Agronomic Sciences in Theory and Practice. (1-0) Cr. 1 F. Prereqs: Junior or senior classification. Scientific methodologies and ethics. Preparation for writing an optional undergraduate thesis.

AGRON 506X. Plant Genetics. (3-0) Cr. 3 F.S. Prereqs: AGRON 114 or HORT 221, MATH 140, CHEM 163 and BIOL 101. Fundamental genetic and cytogenetic concepts from plant perspective including reproductive systems, recombination, segregation, linkage analysis, inbreeding, quantitative inheritance, fertility regulation, and polyploidy. Registration is restricted to students in the distance Master of Science in Plant Breeding program.

AGRON 520X. Plant Breeding Methods. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: AGRON 527. Breeding methods used in the genetic improvement of self-pollinated, cross-pollinated and asexually reproducing agronomic and horticultural crops. Application of biotechnology techniques in the development of improved cultivars.

AGRON 524X. Applied Plant Molecular Genetics and Biotechnology. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: AGRON 527. Basic principles and applied techniques used in the genetic improvement of crop plants. Discussion of structure and function of genes that control traits of value. Types of molecular markers, analysis of quantitatively inherited traits, genome mapping, analyses of databases.

AGRON 525X. Crop and Soil Modeling. (3-0) Cr. 3 F. Prereqs: Math 181 or 165 or equivalent, Agron 316 or Agron 354 or equivalent. Understanding basic crop physiology and soil processes through the use of mathematical and statistical approaches. Structure of crop models, dynamics and relationship among components such as leaf-level photosynthesis, canopy architecture, root dynamics and soil carbon and nitrogen pools.

AGRON 528X. Quantitative Genetics for Plant Breeding. (3-0) Cr. 3. S.  Prereq: AGRON 506 and AGRON 513. An introduction to the application of quantitative genetics to plant breeding programs.

AGRON 544X. Host-Pest Interactions. (3-0) Cr. 3 F.S. Prereq: Agron 501; graduate enrollment in the plant breeding program. Incorporation of the principles of integrated pest management and crop protection. Management systems (biological, cultural, chemical) and strategies which practice principles of weed science, plant pathology, and entomology.

AGRON 556X. Agroecosystem Nutrient Cycles. (3-0) Cr. 3 F.Prereqs: 3 credits in chemistry, 6 credits in biology. Recommended: ENSCI 382, 553, EEB 484/584 or upper-level coursework in nutrient cycles. Major, biologically important agroecosystem nutrient cycles as linked to energy (carbon) and water. Effects of agricultural production and management on cycling within systems and transfer among system at local, regional and global scales will be emphasized.

AGRON 601X. Agronomic Science Presentations. (2-0) Cr. 2. S. Prereq: graduate status in agronomic science. Experience in critical communications in exchange of ideas through oral and poster presentations and scientific questioning/evaluation.

AN S 116X. Practicum in Safe Horse Handling and Welfare. (0-3) Cr. 1. F.SS. Development of best practices for safe horse handling and practical equine health care tasks. Course will focus on equine welfare and human safety as well as provide training in necessary every day skills needed to own a horse or to work at a horse farm. Certificate of Safe Equine Handling and Welfare available upon course completion. Offered on a satisfactory - fail grading basis only.

AN S 190X. Livestock Handling, Safety and Welfare. (1.5-1) Cr. 2. SS. Prereq: AN S 101. Understanding of animal perception to develop best care practices involved in handing of livestock species (beef, sheep, swine, dairy, equine, poultry). Intensive development of skills associated with handling and moving healthy and compromised livestock in respect to human and animal welfare. Integration of scientific and theoretical knowledge of biosecurity and animal-human interactions as it related to livestock handling and movement.

AN S 207X. Art and Heritage of Livestock. (3-0) CR. 3. F. Using art as a venue to understand the legacy and heritage of livestock production and livestock’s contribution to civilization and society; livestock's contributions to warfare, social class, industry, economies, etc.; history of the impact of livestock on painting, poetry, music, sculpture, advertising, pop culture, movies, religion and sports in society.

AN S 260X. Introduction to Controversies in Science and Society. (Same as NREM 260X, FS HN 260X.)  (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Introduction to evaluating controversial and multifaceted issues in natural resource management, animal science, and food science. Critically examine stakeholders’ beliefs, values, and ethics, while determining the credibility of information sources. Case studies and team-based activities.

AN S 280X. Basic Swine Science. (2-0) Cr. 2 F. Prereqs: An S 101, 114. Basic disciplines and concepts involved in swine production including; industry structure, trends and statistics; production phases and buildings; genetic improvement; reproduction; nutrition; health and biosecurity; nutrient management; marketing and meat quality and career opportunities in the swine industry. Only AnS 280X and AnS 280LX or AnS 225 may count toward graduation.

AN S 310X. Advanced Career Preparation in Animal Science (1-0) Cr. 1. S. Prereqs: AN S 210. 8-week course. Awareness and development of soft skills and critical thinking skills. Assist students in specific career paths and goals pertaining to the field of veterinary medicine, graduate education, or employment after graduation. Only one credit of AN S 310A, 310B, 310C may be applied toward graduation. Offered Satisfactory-Fail only. Special course fee.

A. Veterinary Medicine
B. Graduate School
C. Industry

AN S 324X. Food Processing for Companion Animals. (3-0) Cr. 3 F. Prereqs: AnS 270 and AnS 319; Junior classification. Food processing and nutrition for carnivorous companion animals. Topics covered include meat processing and meat preservation for companion animal diets, regulatory standards, cutting edge technologies for processing meat for companion animals, dietary needs of carnivorous companion animals, effect of different processing methods on safety and nutrient bioavailability.

AN S 350X. Genomics and Its Application to Medicine and Agriculture. (3-0) Cr. 3 F. Prereqs: Biol 313 or Gen 320. Introduction to genomics and the application of structural functional genomic data in biomedicine and agriculture. Emphasis on learning the tools for analyzing and understanding the meaning of genomic data in several contexts. Students will also discuss the potential benefits and drawbacks of increased use of genomic data in society.

AN S 382X. Swine Environment Management (1-0) Cr. 1. F. Prereqs: 225 or 280X and 280L. Recommended TSM210. Response of swine to thermal environment, ventilation system design and analysis, heating and cooling systems, and examples of various designs for all phases of production. Troubleshooting ventilation systems and energy analysis of production units.

AN S 383X. Swine Manure and Nutrient Management. (1-0) Cr. 1. S. Prereq: 225 or 280X and 280L. Function, application, and advantages and disadvantages of nutrient management systems. Manure production rates, manure handling systems, storage and manure management planning for land application and odor mitigation strategies.

AN S 384X. Swine Health and Biosecurity. (1-0) Cr. 1. F.  Prereq: 225 or 280X and 280L. Recommended a course in microbiology. Overview of standard biosecurity protocols and identification of behavior and clinical signs of illness in pigs. Treatment administration and prevention methods. Introduction to immune system function and basic swine disease transmission.

AN S 441X. International Animal Agriculture. (3-0) Cr. 3. (Cross-listed with GLOBE 441X). Prereq: Two courses from AN S 223, AN S 225, AN S 226, AN S 229, AN S 235. An overview of animal agriculture with emphasis on animal agriculture in developing countries. Historical, economic, environmental; and political considerations will be assessed and evaluated. Issues related to gender, resilience and sustainability for different production systems will be investigated.

AN S 569X. Reproductive and Developmental Toxicology. Cr. 2 F. Same as TOX 569X. Prereqs: BBMD 301, Biology 258 or An S 331. Chemical agents that target developmental and reproductive systems in animals and humans, both male and female. The influence that timeline of developmental in utero and what part of reproductive organ have on outcome of environmental exposures will be developed. The physiological changes due to exposure, and mechanistic pathways activated by xenobiotics will be defined and the consequences of these changes will be explored.

AN S 618X. Vitamins and Minerals. (Cross-listed with NUTRS 618X) (2-0) Cr. 2. Alt. S. offered 2014. Prereq: Physiology course, gradate level nutrition and biochemistry courses. Understanding molecular aspects of vitamin and mineral metabolism and homeostasis in humans and animals. An in-depth examination of the chemistry of vitamins, and minerals, including genetic mutations, proteins involved in absorption and excretion and their necessity in biological processes.

ANTHR 419X. Topics in Cultural Anthropology. (3-0) Cr. 3. Repeatable, maximum of 9 credits. Prereq: ANTHR 306. In-depth study of current topics in cultural anthropology, such as recent theoretical trends, new methodologies, or new research on a specific region. Topics vary each time offered. 419A. Theory; 419B. Methods; 419C. Regional Focus; 419D. Others. Each section may be taken once for credit up to 9 credits.

ARABC 202X. Intermediate Arabic II. (4-0) Cr. 4. S. Prereq: 201X.  Continuation of Arabic 201X. Intermediate development of reading, writing, listening comprehension, and speaking skills in Modern Standard Arabic within the context of the Arabic world.

ARCH 323X. Theories of Architecture. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: ARCH 221, ARCH 222.  Survey of theories impacting the production of architecture, historically and in contemporary practice. Emphasis will be given to recent movements and architectural manifestations, as well as close examinations of socio-cultural conditions.

ARCH 584X. Architecture Internship Seminar. (1-0) Cr. 1. S. Prereqs: Enrollment in Architecture graduate program. Procedural and ethical concerns relating to architecture internship. Preparation of placement credentials and formulation of personal goals.  Internship plans and agreements.  Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.

ARCH 585X. Architecture Internship (2-0) Cr. 2. SS. Prereqs: ARCH 284X or permission of instructor. Professional architectural internship off-campus experience.

ART H 386X. American Art to 1945. Cr. 3. SS. Prereq: none. Survey of American art from the early colonial period to 1945, with emphasis on historical and cultural issues that underlie art production in the United States.

ARTED 209X. Methods of Teaching in and Though Art. Cr. 2. F.S. Prereq: Sophomore level. Methods of teaching in and through visual art are experienced and applied in this course.  Art-centered and interdisciplinary art education methods for K-8 teaching are designed to develop creativity, authentic expression, collaboration, esthetic sensitivity and pluralistic, global perspectives. Special course fees.

ARTGR 407X. Applications in Digital Media. (0-6) Cr. 3 F. Prereq: ARTGR 307X, ARTGR 308X. Application of 3D modeling and animation using computer and available software.

ARTIS 331X. Alternative Materials for the Artist/Designer. (0-6) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: 200-level studio courses, or permission of instructor. Exploration of alternative materials (primarily non-metallics, both natural and manufactured) applicable to the design and creation of small designed objects and adornment. Students will learn additive and reductive processes, experiment with found object inclusion, rubber mold-making, and resin casting. A series of finished pieces will result.

ARTIS 362X. Artists, Designers and Sustainable Development. (0-6) Cr. 3.  S. Prereqs: Junior level standing in the College of Design or University. The artist/designer’s role in sustainable development with a focus on cultural understanding of the collaborating communities.  Class discussion, visual exercises, and the creation of creative collaborative service-learning projects such as product design, habitat design, and visual arts projects. Pre-orientation for travel to Ghana in ARTIS 363X. Special course fees.

ARTIS 363X. Studio Abroad: Ghana (0-6) Cr. 3. SS. Prereqs: ARTIS 362X. Traveling studio to Ghana, West Africa. An experiential tour of arts and history combined with design focused collaborative service-learning projects. Projects may include product development, design consultation, sustainable building design, and learning and teaching of visual arts. Student teams will develop these projects in partnership with host country nationals. Meets International Perspectives Requirement

ARTIS 473X. Video art. (Dual-listed with 573X) (0-6) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: ARTIS 212 or Permission of Instructor Usage of professional video editing software and application of best practices for video production and post-production to realize original artworks. Creation of narrative and non-narrative videos and site specific video installations. prominent examples in the history of video art provide context for the coursework. Non-repeatable for graduate students.

ARTIS 528X. Off the Wall. Photography for Mixed Media. (0-6) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: Graduate standing or advanced photography. This photography course is focused on experimental and historic photographic processes, as well as non-traditional display or context. Special course fees.

ARTIS 571X. Critique Seminar. Cr. 3. Prereq: Admission into graduate program in the College of Design. Ongoing weekly critiques and dialog about sources, methods, and progress of studio projects. Graduate students will learn to articulate their ideas from concept to creation. The interaction of students at different levels ina broad spectrum of studio courses will reveal commonalities and connections between all of the visual arts, accelerating individual creative development.  Repeatable up to 12 credits.

ARTIS 573X. Video art. (Dual-listed with 473X) (0-6) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: ARTIS 212 or Permission of Instructor Usage of professional video editing software and application of best practices for video production and post-production to realize original artworks. Creation of narrative and non-narrative videos and site specific video installations. prominent examples in the history of video art provide context for the coursework. Non-repeatable for graduate students.

B M S 447X. Principles of Anatomy. (2-6) Cr. 4. F. (Dual-listed with B M S 547X). Prereq: Instructor permission required for undergraduate students. Examination of gross anatomy and neuroanatomy of human, dog, and laboratory animals. Laboratories will include cadaveric dissection of canine and rodents, virtual dissection of human specimens, case studies and problem based learning. 2 one-hour lectures/week, 2 two-hour labs/week. Special course fee.

B M S 502X. Methods in Biomedical Sciences. (0-9) Cr. 3. S.  Provides laboratory experience in the application of methods in biomedical sciences, including animal physiology and pharmacology laboratory techniques; human physiology recordings and urinalysis; pharmacokinetics; basic techniques in analytical laboratory; basic pathology, immunology, bacteriology, and virology laboratory techniques. Special course fee.

B M S 538X. Principles of Physiology. (4-0) Cr. 4. F. Principles of neurophysiology, endocrine and reproductive physiology, muscle physiology, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, and digestive physiology, and regulation of body fluid.

B M S 539X. Principles of Pharmacology. (4-0) Cr. 4. S. General principles of drug actions; drug disposition; drug acting or, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, gastrointestinal, and endocrine systems; anti-inflammatory and antibiotic drug; anti-cancer drugs; anesthetics CNS stimulants; lifestyle drugs; drug addiction, abuse and dependence; drugs in sport; drugs for obesity; biopharmaceuticals and gene therapy; drug development.

B M S 547X. Principles of Anatomy. (2-6) Cr. 4. F. (Dual-listed with B M S 447X) Prereq: Instructor permission required for undergraduate students. Examination of gross anatomy and neuroanatomy of human, dog, and laboratory animals. Laboratories will include cadaveric dissection of canine and rodents, virtual dissection of human specimens, case studies and problem based learning. 2 one-hour lectures/week, 2 two-hour labs/week. Special course fee.

BIOL 202X. Exploration of Environmental Issues. (Cross-listed with ENV S 202X, ENSCI 202X) (1-0). Cr. 1. Prereq: Concurrent enrollment in ENSCI 201. Exploration of specific environmental and sustainability issues; designed to complement ENSCI 201. Topics may vary in different years. Satisfactory - Fail grading.

BIOL 251X. Biological Processes in the Environment. (Same as ENSCI 251X.)  (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Plant and microbial processes in environmental systems including their interactions with human activities.

BIOL 370X. GIS for Ecology and Environmental Science. Cr. Var. 1-6. F. (Same as ENSCI 370X.  Prereq: Six credits in biological and /or physical sciences, and permission of instructor. Introduction to geographic information systems (GIS) with emphasis on ecological and environmental applications. No prior GIS experience required. Guided, individualized study of topics based on student background and interest. For students with prior experience, topics and activities are selected to build upon any previous experience and minimize duplication to previous GIS coursework. Potential topics include: basic concepts of GIS, data structures, database management, spatial analysis, modeling and visualization of ecological and environmental data. Case studies in ecological and environmental applications using ArcGIS. May be taken more than once for credit.

BIOL 402X. Introduction to Pathology. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. (Same as V PTH 402X). Prereq: BIOL 211 and BIOL 212 with labs. Haynes. Introductory exploration of pathology as a medical discipline. This includes study of disease mechanisms via an introduction to general pathology topics (cell degeneration, necrosis, disturbances of growth, disturbances of blood flow, inflammation, neoplasia) and organ system-specific response to injury.

BIOL 349X. The Genome Perspective in Biology. (2-0) Cr.2. S. (Cross-listed with MICRO 349x, GEN 349X, V PTH 349X) Prereq: GEN 313 or GEN 320. How genome, RNA, and protein data are analyzed using computer technology to answer biological questions on topics ranging from microbial diversity to human health. An introduction for students in the life sciences to the fields of genomics, bioinformatics and systems.

BIOL 457L. Herpetology Laboratory. Cr. 1. S. (Same as A ECL 457L) Prereqs: BIOL 351 or BIOL/A ECL 365. Laboratory to accompany Biology/Animal Ecology 457. Focus on survey methods, identification, relationships, distribution, habits, and habitats of amphibians and reptiles.

BIOL 458L. Ornithology Laboratory. (0-3) Cr. 1. S. (Cross-listed with A ECL 458L). Prereq: BIOL 351 or BIOL/A ECL 365; concurrent enrollment in A ECL 458 or BIOL 458 required. Laboratory complements lecture topics with emphasis on external anatomy, identification and distribution of Midwest birds, and field trips.

BIOL 459L. Mammalogy Laboratory. (0-3) Cr. 1. S. (Cross-listed with A ECL 459L). Prereq: BIOL 351 or BIOL/A ECL 365; concurrent enrollment in A ECL 459 or BIOL 459 required. Laboratory focus on identification, survey methods, distribution, habits, and habitats of mammals. Several field trips.

BR C 590K. Special Topics in Science Education.(2-0) Cr. 2. SS, F. 6th through 12th grade science teachers will develop an understanding of Discovery Research: design, methods and analysis of research associated with biorenewable energy systems. Science teachers will be introduced to the value of scientific inquiry, elements of engineering design, 21st century careers in science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) and how high school students need to be prepared for these careers.

BRT 515X. Biorenewables Law and Policy. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Evaluation of the biorenewables field as it relates to the areas of law and policy. Primary emphasis on the following topics: concerns that motivated the development and expansion of the biorenewables field, a history of the interactions between biorenewable pathways. U.S. law and policy and controversies that have arisen from these interactions and their effects.

BRT 516X. International Biorenewables Law & Policy. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. (Same as POL S 516X). Evaluation of the international biorenewables field as it relates to the areas of law and policy. Primary emphasis on the following topics: concerns that motivated the development and expansion of the field by adopting countries, a history of the interactions between biorenewable pathways. Law and policy in adopting countries and international controversies that have arisen from these interactions and their effects.

BSE 160X Systematic Problem Solving and Computer Programming. Cr. 3. S. (Same as A E) Prereqs: MATH 165 or enrollment in MATH 142. Engineering approach to problem solution and presentation in the context of real world problems. Introduction to basic principles from statics, projectile motion, conservation of mass and energy, and electricity and magnetism. Use of spreadsheet programs and computer programming language(s) to solve and present engineering problems. Introduction to interfacing computers to sensor systems for data collection.

BSE 273X. CAD for Process Facilities and Land Use Planning (3-0) Cr. 3. S. (Same as A E 273X). Prereqs: ENGR 170 or TSM 116 or equivalent. 8-week course. Application of 2-D AutoCAD software to create and interpret 3-D drawings of plant layouts and soil water conservation structures. Use drawings to evaluate options and to create design documentation: stand drawing views, dimension, and notes.

BUSAD 203X. Business Careers and Employment Preparation. (1-0) Cr. 1. Prereq: BUSAD 101 or 102. Careers in business and issues relevant to the workplace. Discussion of diversity and ethics issues in the workplace. Developing and implementing a professional job search, functioning professionally in the workplace setting, resume and professional correspondence, interviewing, evaluating offers, business etiquette, networking and transitioning from student to employee.

BUSAD 590X Special Topics in Business. (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: Enrollment in MBA program or departmental permission. A special topics course covering contemporary issues in business. Topics vary by semester. May be taken more than once for credit.

BUSAD 644X. Business Research Methods. (3-0) Cr. 3. F. A survey of the wide variety of research methods used in business. Methods will be presented and discussed with emphasis on applicability in differnet research situations.

C E 488X. Sustainable Highway Infrastructure Systems. (Dual-listed with 588X.)  (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: Junior or higher classification in engineering or science. Sustainable planning, life cycle analysis, appropriate engineering design, and overall rating assessment of infrastructure systems. Primary emphasis on highway, pavement, and bridge systems, with secondary coverage of water and wastewater plus power generation facilities. Course reading, final project/design report.

C E 528X. Solid and Hazardous Waste Management. (2-2) Cr. 3. (Same as ENSCI 528X). Prereq: C E 326 or background courses in both environmental chemistry and microbiology; junior standing. Evaluation, characterization, assessment, planning and design of solid and hazardous waste management systems, regulatory requirements, material characterization and collection, minimization and recycling, energy and materials recovery, composting, off-gas treatment, incineration, stabilization, and landfill design. Design of treatment and disposal systems, including physical, chemical, and biological treatments.

C E 588X. Sustainable Highway Infrastructure Systems. (Dual-listed with 488X.)  (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: Junior or higher classification in engineering or science. Sustainable planning, life cycle analysis, appropriate engineering design, and overall rating assessment of infrastructure systems. Primary emphasis on highway, pavement, and bridge systems, with secondary coverage of water and wastewater plus power generation facilities. Course reading, final project/design report.

C I 534X. Applied Measurement in Experimental Psychology (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: STAT 401 or RESEV 542. Applied psychology and educational measurement. Measurement and psychometric theory. Focus on reliability and various forms of validity. Test and scale construction strategies. Strategies for investigating individual differences within the context of educational assessment.

C I 558X. Theory and Review of Research on Reading Comprehension. (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: graduate standing. Critical examination of the topics central to the study of reading comprehension, including processes, development, contexts, motivation, teaching and learning, and assessment. Reading and discussion of research literature in reading comprehension and comprehension instruction.

C I 565X. Literacy: Connecting Research, Policy, & Practice. (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: Graduate standing. Critical examination of current policy initiatives and reform efforts that affect how literacy is viewed, assessed, and practiced, as well as how literacy professionals are prepared for their roles in public schools and colleges.

C R P 454X. Fundamentals of Remote Sensing. Cr. 3. S. Dual-listed with CRP 554X. Cross-listed with
L A, NREM. Introduction to remote sensing techniques needed for basic analysis of satellite images, including: filtering and conflation techniques, stacking, pan sharpening, image rectification, image enhancement, unsupervised and supervised classification. Practical applications in a variety of topics to understand how to interpret images.

C R P 456X. GIS Programming and Automation. Cr. 3. F. (2-2) Dual-listed with CRP 556X. Prereqs (one of the following): CRP 451, CRP 551, NREM 345, NREM 546, GEOL 552. Introduction to automated geoprocessing in Geographic Information Systems. Focus on learning scripting language and object-oriented programming, automation of custom-designed geoprocessing scripts, and application toward student research and/or interests.

C R P 458X. Web Mapping/GIS. (2-2) Cr. 3. (Dual-listed with C R P 558X). (Same as L A 458X/558X). Prereq: CRP 451/551, LA 302, GEOL 452/552 or instructor permission. Use and development of online mapping tools to support participatory GIS, Volunteered Geographic Information, information sharing, geodesign and decision making actions. Geoprocessing and Web Scripting/coding and user interface design. Laboratory emphasis practical applications and uses of Web GIS.

C R P 460X. Social Justice and Planning. Cr. 3. F. (2-2) (Dual-listed with CRP 560X). Investigation of the topic of social justice as it relates to the challenge of planning more socially just urban societies, emphasizing the importance of social justice issues to planning in a globalized world. Includes a range of issues and case studies of local social justice initiatives, both US and global. Students will complete individual service learning projects as part of the course requirements.

C R P 479X. Public Finance and Planning. Cr. 3. S. (3-0) (Dual-listed with CRP 579X). Effective management of state and local government finance critical to successful community and regional planning. Economic concepts, topics in budgeting, revenue, expenditure, and financing, analytical techniques, economic impact, and case studies. Understanding of economic assessment in planning and understanding of various linkages between planning and public finance.

C R P 513X. Food and Community. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Examination of the role that planners have in shaping a community's food system, including the production, distribution and consumption of food. The course will analyze the food system from a planner's perspective through eight modules focusing on multiple elements of the food system.

C R P 527X. Comparative Urbanism and Urban Studies. Cr. 3. F. (2-1). Prereqs: C R P 253 and C R P 272 or approval of instructor. Focus on collaborative learning of urbanism and urban studies among students at Iowa State University and thier counterparts in foreign universities, including Tongji University in China. Videoconferences will be held for students and faculty members across countries to share course materials, class lectures and to discuss selected topics of mutual interest.

C R P 554X. Fundamentals of Remote Sensing. Cr. 3. S. Dual-listed with CRP 454X.Cross-listed with
L A, NREM. Introduction to remote sensing techniques needed for basic analysis of satellite images, including: filtering and conflation techniques, stacking, pan sharpening, image rectification, image enhancement, unsupervised and supervised classification. Practical applications in a variety of topics to understand how to interpret images.

C R P 556X. GIS Programming and Automation. Cr. 3. F. (2-2) Dual-listed with CRP 456X. Prereqs (one of the following): CRP 451, CRP 551, NREM 345, NREM 546, GEOL 552. Introduction to automated geoprocessing in Geographic Information Systems. Focus on learning scripting language and object-oriented programming, automation of custom-designed geoprocessing scripts, and application toward student research and/or interests.

C R P 558X. Web Mapping/GIS. (2-2) Cr. 3. (Dual-listed with C R P 458X). (Same as L A 458X/558X). Prereq: CRP 451/551, LA 302, GEOL 452/552 or instructor permission. Use and development of online mapping tools to support participatory GIS, Volunteered Geographic Information, information sharing, geodesign and decision making actions. Geoprocessing and Web Scripting/coding and user interface design. Laboratory emphasis practical applications and uses of Web GIS.

C R P 560X. Social Justice and Planning. Cr. 3. F. (2-2) (Dual-listed with CRP 460X). Investigation of the topic of social justice as it relates to the challenge of planning more socially just urban societies, emphasizing the importance of social justice issues to planning in a globalized world. Includes a range of issues and case studies of local social justice initiatives, both US and global. Students will complete individual service learning projects as part of the course requirements.

C R P 579X. Public Finance and Planning. Cr. 3. S. (3-0) (Dual-listed with CRP 479X). Effective management of state and local government finance critical to successful community and regional planning. Economic concepts, topics in budgeting, revenue, expenditure, and financing, analytical techniques, economic impact, and case studies. Understanding of economic assessment in planning and understanding of various linkages between planning and public finance.

CDMIS 480X. Topics in Communication Disorders. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. (Same as LING 480X).  Prereqs: CMDIS/LING 275, CMDIS/LING 371, and BIOL 255; permission of instructor. Guided examination of topics in preparation for graduate work in Speech-Language Pathology or Audiology. Primary course delivery by WWW.

A. Anatomy and physiology of speech and hearing
B. Articulation and phonological disorders
C. Evaluation and diagnosis of communication disorders

CH E 698X. Chemical and Biological Engineering. (1-0) Cr. 1. F.S. Prereq: Graduate student classification and permission of instructor. Discussions intended to foster the development of graduate students as teaching assistants and future chemical engineering instructors. Topics include classroom and laboratory instruction, grading, and developing a teaching philosophy. Offered on a satisfactory fail basis only.

CJ ST 339X. Liberty and Law in America. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. (Cross-listed with POL S 339X). Prereq: sophomore status. An exploration of competing conceptions of liberty in American political thought and debats about how liberty should be protected by the law. Contemporary debates about topics such as health care, drugs, property, speech, religion, and sex.

CL PS 122X. Leadership with Purpose. (1-0) Cr. 1. F.S. Designed for emerging student leaders who are ready to explore their purpose, this course will provide students with basic leadership skills covering strengths identification, personal skill development, goal achievement, values-based behaviors, and mission statement development.

CL PS 270X. Campus Leadership Development. (1-2) Cr. 2. F.S.  Effective leadership practices and information on engagement opportunities and resources on campus for student leaders. Expectation of engagement in campus activities.

CL PS 422X. Leadership Capstone Seminar: Theory to Practice. (3-0) Cr. 3. SS. Prereq: LAS 322. This course facilitates student learning in how to bridge their academic leadership coursework with practice in their workplace and their community. Students enrolled in the course must concurrently participate in an internship of at least 10 weeks in their field of interest. The course credit is based on the time invested in the course and not the time in the internship.

CL ST 384X. Roman Italy: An Introduction (2-0) Cr. 1. Alt. S, offered 2014. Prereq: Enrollment limited to students participating in CL ST 385X. Instructor permission required. Introduction to the topography, history, archaeology, monuments, and art of Rome from the Regal period through late Antiquity; attention given to the culture of modern Italy, preparatory to study abroad in Rome.

CL ST 385X. Study Abroad: Roman Italy: Building the Empire. (3-0) Cr. 3. Alt. SS, Offered 2014. Prereq: CL ST 384X and instructor’s permission. Supervised on-site instruction in the history, archaeology, monuments, and art of Rome and environs from the 8th center BCE to the 5th century CE; attention given to the culture of modern Italy.

COM S 105X. Computer Programming Short Course. (2-0) Cr. 2. S. Prereqs: COM S 104 or equivalent or advance programming course. Short course in programming using a current programming language. Course includes instruction in syntax and semantics of a current programming language.

A. Computer Programming Short Course: Perl.
B. Computer Programming Short Course: MATLAB.

COM S 106X. Introduction to Web Programming. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Introduction to Web programming basics. Fundamentals of developing Web pages using a comprehensive Web development life cycle. In-depth experience with current Web design techniques such as MTML5 and cascading style sheets. Programming strategies for accessibility, usability and search engine optimization.

COM S 108X. Applied Computer Programming II. (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: Com S 107 or equivalent. Advanced programming applications in Visual Basic for non-majors. Emphasis on programming projects including sorting, file processing, data processing, web programming, and graphic and animation. Students will learn problem-solving techniques and advanced programming skills to build real-world applications.

COM S 113X. Introduction to spreadsheets and databases. (2-2) Cr. 3. F.S.SS. Using Microsoft Excel spreadsheets and Microsoft Access databases to input, store, process, manipulate, query, and analyze data for business and industrial applications. Only one of COM S 102, 102 and 113X can be counted for credit. Credit cannot be applied to Com S, S E, and CPR E majors.

COM S 402X. Computer Science Senior Project. Cr. 2-3. Prereq: Defined under topic. Students work as individuals and teams to complete the planning, design, and implementation of a significant project in the topic area.

A.  Multimedia and Computer Gaming I. Cr. 2. Prereq: COM S 309, COM S 362, COM S 437. Students conceive, plan, architect, and design a computer game, Students registered in this class will work with students registered in ARTIS 409.

COM S 424X. Introduction to High Performance Computing. (2-2) Cr. 3. F.S. (Same as CPR E, MATH). Prereq: MATH 265; 207 or 317. Numerical serial and parallel computing using the Message Passing Interface. Oral and written semester project.

COMST 101L. Laboratory in Intro. to Communication Studies. (0-2) Cr. 1. Prereq: Concurrent enrollment in COMST 101. Laboratory component of COMST 101. Communication skill building; demonstrations and in-depth discussions relevant to the study of communication.

COMST 450X. Special Topics in Communication Studies.  Cr. Arr. Prereq: COMST 301 plus 3 additional communication studies classes from the following list: 310, 311, 314, 314, 317, 319, 325, 330. Research and theory related to special topics and issues in communication studies.  May be take more than once for credit – 6 credits maximum.

COMST 491X. Research Practicum. Cr. Arr. Prereq: COMST 203, 301 plus permission of instructor. Supervised research in an area of communication studies. May be taken more than once for credit – 6 cr. max.

CPR E 332X. Cyber Defense Competition. (2-0) Cr. 1. S. (Cross-listed with INFAS 332X) Repeatable. Participation in cyber defense competition. Scenario based computer system setup, risk assessment and design of security systems. Defense of computer and network systems against trained attackers. Team based. Satisfactory - Fail grading.

CPR E 419X. Software Tools for Large Scale Data Analysis. (3-3) Cr. 4. Cross-listed with S E 419X. Prereq: CPR E 308 or COM S 352, COM S 309. Software tools for managing and manipulating large volumes of data, external memory processing, large scale parallelism, and stream processing, data interchange formats. Weekly programming labs that involve the use of a parallel computing cluster.

CPR E 424X. Introduction to High Performance Computing. (2-2) Cr. 3. F.S. (Same as COM S, MATH). Prereq: MATH 265; 207 or 317. Numerical serial and parallel computing using the Message Passing Interface. Oral and written semester project.

CPR E 538X. Reverse Engineering and Security Testing (Same as INFAS 538X) (2-3) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: COM S 321 or CPR E 381) and (COM S 352 or CPR E 308). Techniques in tools for understanding the behavior of software/hardware systems based on reverse engineering. Flaw hypothesis, black, grey, and white box testing as well as other methods for testing the security of software systems.

DES 211X. The Art of Materials and Processes. (0-6) Cr. 3 F, S. Introduction to four materials areas: woods, metals, fibers, and ceramics. Technical skills, processes, and application in these areas as with an emphasis on the artist's approach.

DES 259X. Design Field Study. Cr. R. Repeatable. Prereq: Enrollment in or 2 credits of Des 240.
Off-campus tours of areas of interest within the design professions such as design offices, museums, buildings, and neighborhoods. Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only. Offered on a satisfactory fail basis only.

DES 332X. Multi-Dimensional Digital Design Communication. (3-1.5) Cr. 3 S. Prereq: ARCH 230, ARTGR 275, DSN S 232, or permission of instructor. Investigations of interoperable digital-design tools, technics and methods directed at human scale interactive hybrid design from ideation to visualization, synthesis to analysis, and realization to fabrication.

DIET 526X. Obesity Across the Lifespan. (3-0) Cr. 3 F. Prereq: none. Exploration of the affects that obesity has on public health, the healthcare system, and society in general. Overview of strategies to prevent obesity across the lifespan.

DIET 547X. Functional Foods in Chronic Disease Prevention. Examination of nutritional science, food science, regulatory principles, and nutrient metabolism to understand and explain functional foods, nutraceuticals, and dietary supplements. Additionally students will evaluate the biochemical basis, technologies, legal requirements, and clinical assessment in the marketplace.

DIET 597X. Nutritional Aspects of Oncology. (Same as FS HN 597X and NUTRS 597X) (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: B.S. in nutrition, dietetics, biology, or related discipline. Understanding of basic cancer biology and methodology used to study nutrition and cancer relationships. Using current research as a basis, the role of nutrition in specific cancers will be explored. Students will learn about sources of information for cancer prevention programs, and how to apply this information to clinical patient management.

DSNS 332X. Multi-Dimensional Digital Design Communication.(3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs. ARCH 230, ARTGR 275, DSNS 232, or permission of the instructor. Investigations of interoperable digital design tools, technics and methods directed at human scale interactive hybrid design from ideation to visualization, synthesis to analysis, and realization to fabrication.

DSN S 391X. Predicting Trends & Consumer Desire in Design. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. The role of social, economic, technological, and lifestyle influences in creating design trends. An understanding of the synergistic relationship between user needs, moods, desires and the design process helps designers forecast trends and increase value, without adding cost. Students will attempt to create a trend and learn to produce a forcasting trend board and book.

E E 391X. Open Laboratory and Design Studio. (2-2) Cr. 2. Prereqs: junior or senior classification; E E 224. Studio-based activity (guided problem-based learning and design) focusing on elements of design, measurement, data capture, and data interpretation. Team building, engineering professionalism, engineering process of review and critique, and presentation. Open design activities that may include working with other studios.

E E 489X. Survey of Remote Sensing Technologies (Same as GEOL 489X, NREM 489X, MTEOR 489X) (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: Four courses in physical or biological sciences or engineering. Electromagnetic radiation principles, active and passive sensors, multispectral and hyperspectral sensors, imaging radar, SAR, thermal imaging, lidar. Examples of applications.

E E 489L. Satellite Remote Sesing Laboratory (Same as GEOL 489L, NREM 489L, MTEOR489L) (0-3) Cr. 1. S. Prereqs: Completion or concurrent enrollment in E E 489X). Processing and analysis of satellite sensor data (optical and radar). Provides practical applications in an environmental context.

E E 509X. Mixed-Signal IC testing and Built In Self Test. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: knowledge in signal processing (E E 424) and data converters (E E 435 or E E 501). Introduction to mixed-signal IC testing; measurement uncertainty and test validity; IEEE standard test algorithms; high performance test and built-in self test challenges; new mixed-signal test algorithms and techniques to reduce data acquisition to relax instrumentation requirements, to simplify test setup, to improve test validity, and/or to enable co-testing of heterogeneous functions.

E E 552X. Energy System Planning. (3-0) Cr. 3.  Prereq: E E 456, E E 457 or equivalent. Characteristics of bulk energy conversion, storage, and transport technologies. Environmental legislation. Modeling of electricity markets. Evaluation of sustainability and resiliency. Types of planning analyses: economic, multi-sector, long-term, national. Planning tools and associated optimization methods.

ECON 335X. The Economics of Global Agricultural Food & Bio-energy. (3-0) Cr. 3. F. (Cross-listed with GLOBE 335X) Prereq: ECON 101.  Applied economics analysis of the determinants of world agricultural production, marketing, and use in feed, food, fiber, biofuel, and other applications, and global food processing and consumption. Analysis of market case studies and various data on global agriculture production and transformation, land and resource use, demography, economic activity, nutrition and health trends.

EEOB 561X. Evolutionary and Ecological Genomics. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: Permission of Instructor, BCBIO 444 recommended.  Use of genomic and other "omic" data in evolution and ecology. Subject matter includes data-generation platforms, a brief overview of computational methods, and examples of how phylogenomics, metagenomics, epigenomics, and population genomics are transforming the disciplines and evolution of ecology.

ENGL 322X. Language and Society. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. (Cross-listed with LING)  Prereq: ENGL/LING 219.  Introduction to variation in language use in society. Survey of factors affecting language use including background characteristics of language users, location, and purpose of interaction in addition to institutional, state and national language policies.

ENGL 324X. Introduction to Teaching ESL Literacy. (2-1) Cr. 3. F. (Cross-listed with LING 324X). Prereq: ENGL/LING 219. Introduction to the issues and methods involved in teaching literacy skills to English as a second language (ESL) learners. The nature of literacy and materials and methods for developing ESL literacy at the middle school, high school, and adult ages across multiple levels of competency.

ENGL 325X. Teaching Methods for ESL Learners: Oral Communication Skills. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. (Cross-listed with LING)  Prereq: ENGL/LING 219. Issues and methods in teaching oral communication skills (listening, speaking, pronunciation) to English as a second language (ESL) learners. The nature of oral language ability. Materials and Methods for developing oral communication skills at middle school, high school, and adult contexts.

ENGL 493X. Advanced Creative Writing Workshop – Multi-Genre. Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: ENGL 304, ENGL 305, or ENGL 306; and junior standing. Advanced workshop of individual creative writing projects in short fiction, nonfiction, and poetry. Readings and discussion of published examples of short fiction, nonfiction, and poetry by authors of national and international note. Extensive discussion and written analysis of elements of craft across genres. May be take more than once for credit – maximum of 6 credits.

ENGL 516X. Methods of Formal Linguistic Analysis. Cr. 3. S. (Same as LING). Prereq: ENGL/LING 219 or equivalent. Data and knowledge structures for formal representation of natural language and speech data. Designing and implementing algorithms for automating linguistic analysis tasks. Conceptual issues for natural lajnguage and speech processing programming.

ENSCI 202X. Exploration of Environmental Issues. (Cross-listed with BIOL 202X, ENV S 202X) (1-0). Cr. 1. Prereq: Concurrent enrollment in ENSCI 201. Exploration of specific environmental and sustainability issues; designed to complement ENSCI 201. Topics may vary in different years. Satisfactory - Fail grading.

ENSCI 203X. Exploration of Environmental Sciences. (1-0) Cr. 1. S. Prereq: ENSCI 202X. Continued exploration of selected environmental science issues developed in ENSCI 202. Topics may vary.

ENSCI 251X. Biological Processes in the Environment. (Same as BIOL 251X.)  (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Plant and microbial processes in environmental systems including their interactions with human activities.

ENSCI 370X. GIS for Ecology and Environmental Science. Cr. Var. 1-6. F. (Same as BIOL 370X.  Prereq: Six credits in biological and /or physical sciences, and permission of instructor. Introduction to geographic information systems (GIS) with emphasis on ecological and environmental applications. No prior GIS experience required. Guided, individualized study of topics based on student background and interest. For students with prior experience, topics and activities are selected to build upon any previous experience and minimize duplication to previous GIS coursework. Potential topics include: basic concepts of GIS, data structures, database management, spatial analysis, modeling and visualization of ecological and environmental data. Case studies in ecological and environmental applications using ArcGIS. May be taken more than once for credit.

ENSCI 528X. Solid and Hazardous Waste Management. (2-2) Cr. 3. (Same as C E 528X). Prereq: C E 326 or background courses in both environmental chemistry and microbiology; junior standing. Evaluation, characterization, assessment, planning and design of solid and hazardous waste management systems, regulatory requirements, material characterization and collection, minimization and recycling, energy and materials recovery, composting, off-gas treatment, incineration, stabilization, and landfill design. Design of treatment and disposal systems, including physical, chemical, and biological treatments.

ENV S 202X. Exploration of Environmental Issues. (Cross-listed with BIOL 202X, ENSCI 202X) (1-0). Cr. 1. Prereq: Concurrent enrollment in ENSCI 201. Exploration of specific environmental and sustainability issues; designed to complement ENSCI 201. Topics may vary in different years. Satisfactory - Fail grading.

EVENT 333X. Entertainment Venue Management. (3-0). Cr. 3. F. Prereq: EVENT 271 or equivalent. Organization and management of various types of entertainment venues including clubs, theaters, auditoriums and arenas.

EVENT 373X. Wedding Planning. (3-0) Cr. 3. S.  Prereq: AESHM 111, EVENT 371. Study of the wedding industry. Focus on wedding planning processes and implementation, design, and business planning and development.

FIN 530X. Financial Analysis and Valuation. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: FIN 501. Valuation of public and private firms through analysis of financial statements and other information. Study of drivers of value creation, industry analysis, patterns of growth, models for forecasting and analyzing firm cash flows, estimating and adjusting cost of capital, alternative methods of cash flow valuation, the calculation and use of valuation multiples, and valuing mergers and acquisitions.

FS HN 102X. Nutrition for Sport Performance. (1-0) Cr. 1. S. Analysis of how the body uses nutrients for energy, and how to select a balanced diet to meet specific athletic performance needs. Lecture and activities specific to students' interest. Satisfactory - Fail grading.

FS HN 260X. Introduction to Controversies in Science and Society. (Same as AN S 260X, NREM 260X.)  (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Introduction to evaluating controversial and multifaceted issues in natural resource management, animal science, and food science. Critically examine stakeholders’ beliefs, values, and ethics, while determining the credibility of information sources. Case studies and team-based activities.

FS HN 375X. Introduction to Nutritional Aspects of Food Processing (2-0) Cr. 2. F. Prereqs: A course in Food Science, Nutrition or Engineering, or one year of relevant work experience. Examine the basics of food processing (i.e., thermal processing, freezing, drying) and subsequent influences on human nutrition and health. Credit will not be granted for both 375X and food processing FSHN 471 or FSHN 472.

FS HN 442X. Issues in Food and Society (2-0) Cr. 2. F. Prereqs: FS HN 242, 342. In-depth discussion, synthesis, and analysis of domestic and international food issues including: food systems from farm to fork, poverty and world hunger, overnutrition, population, agriculture and the environment, ethics, biotechnology, and policy.

FS HN 546X. Classroom Strategies for Nutrition Education. (2-2) Cr. 3. Prereq: Senior or Graduate standing. Overview of education theories used in nutrition education. Discussion and skill-building exercises to integrate various models and strategies into a variety of pre K-12 classroom settings. Discussion of picky eating, role modeling, family meals, and primary prevention efforts relative to eating disorders including body image and cultural criticism. Offered online only.

FS HN 597X. Nutritional Aspects of Oncology. (Same as DIET 597X and NUTRS 597X) (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: B.S. in nutrition, dietetics, biology, or related discipline. Understanding of basic cancer biology and methodology used to study nutrition and cancer relationships. Using current research as a basis, the role of nutrition in specific cancers will be explored. Students will learn about sources of information for cancer prevention programs, and how to apply this information to clinical patient management.

GEN 349X. The Genome Perspective in Biology. (2-0) Cr.2. S. (Same as MICRO 349X, BIOL 349X, V PTH 349X) Prereq: GEN 313 or GEN 320. How genome, RNA, and protein data are analyzed using computer technology to answer biological questions on topics ranging from microbial diversity to human health. An introduction for students in the life sciences to the fields of genomics, bioinformatics and systems.

GEOL 444X. Petroleum Geoscience and Engineering. (Dual-listed with GEOL 544X). (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: GEOL 102, GEOL 102L, GEOL 368.The geoscience and engineering aspects of exploration, development, and production of hydrocarbon resources around the world, as well as the historical and legal frameworks through which the industry has developed. Broader discussions of safety, risk, uncertainty, cost, and integrity as relevant to the petroleum industry.

GEOL 489X. Survey of Remote Sensing Technologies (Dual-listed with GEOL 589X) (Same as MTEOR 489X, NREM 489X, E E 489X) (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: Four courses in physical or biological sciences or engineering. Electromagnetic radiation principles, active and passive sensors, multispectral and hyperspectral sensors, imaging radar, SAR, thermal imaging, lidar. Examples of applications.

GEOL 489L. Satellite Remote Sesing Laboratory (Dual-listed with GEOL 589L) (Same as MTEOR 489L, NREM 489L, E E 489L) (0-3) Cr. 1. S. Prereqs: Completion or concurrent enrollment in GEOL 489X). Processing and analysis of satellite sensor data (optical and radar). Provides practical applications in an environmental context.

GEOL 544X. Petroleum Geoscience and Engineering. (Dual-listed with GEOL 444X). (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: GEOL 102, GEOL 102L, GEOL 368.The geoscience and engineering aspects of exploration, development, and production of hydrocarbon resources around the world, as well as the historical and legal frameworks through which the industry has developed. Broader discussions of safety, risk, uncertainty, cost, and integrity as relevant to the petroleum industry.

GEOL 589X. Survey of Remote Sensing Technologies (Dual-listed with GEOL 489X) (Same as MTEOR 589X, NREM 589X, E E 589X) (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: Four courses in physical or biological sciences or engineering. Electromagnetic radiation principles, active and passive sensors, multispectral and hyperspectral sensors, imaging radar, SAR, thermal imaging, lidar. Examples of applications.

GEOL 589L. Satellite Remote Sesing Laboratory (Dual-listed with GEOL 489L) (Same as MTEOR 589L, NREM 589L, E E 589L) (0-3) Cr. 1. S. Prereqs: Completion or concurrent enrollment in GEOL 589X). Processing and analysis of satellite sensor data (optical and radar). Provides practical applications in an environmental context.

GLOBE 320X. Global Resource Systems Internship Preparation.(1-0) Cr. 1. S. Prereq: Permission of Instructor. Students enrolled in this course intend to enroll in GLOBE 321 or GLOBE 322 in the following term. Topics provide a pre-departure orientation, including logistical, academic, and personal requirements for completion of an experiential supervised work experience.

GLOBE 335X. The Economics of Global Agricultural Food & Bio-energy. (3-0) Cr. 3. F. (Cross-listed with ECON 335X) Prereq: ECON 101.  Applied economics analysis of the determinants of world agricultural production, marketing, and use in feed, food, fiber, biofuel, and other applications, and global food processing and consumption. Analysis of market case studies and various data on global agriculture production and transformation, land and resource use, demography, economic activity, nutrition and health trends.

GLOBE 441X. International Animal Agriculture.(3-0) Cr. 3. (Cross-listed with AN S 441X). Prereq: Two courses from AN S 223, AN S 225, AN S 226, AN S 229, AN S 235. An overview of animal agriculture with emphasis on animal agriculture in developing countries. Historical, economic, environmental; and political considerations will be assessed and evaluated. Issues related to gender, resilience and sustainability for different production systems will be investigated.

GR ST 529X. Preparing Publishable Thesis Chapters. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Reporting original research results within the norms for writing of a student's discipline. Emphasis on preparing thesis/dissertation chapters that will be both acceptable to the Graduate College and ready for submission to a refereed journal in the student's discipline. Focus on reporting student-generated data, norms for discourse within disciplilnes, and how thesis chapters differ from journal manuscripts.

H S 464X. Physical Activity Epidemiology. (Cross Listed with 564X) (3-0) Cr. 3 S. Prereq: KIN 358 or HS 350 Understanding health benefits of physical activity on chronic disease prevention and health promotion throughout the life span, from clinical and public health perspectives. Discussion and application real-life physical activity assessment, research, guidelines, and promotion in population levels.

H S 564X. Physical Activity Epidemiology. (Cross Listed with 464X) (3-0) Cr. 3 S. Prereq: KIN 358 or HS 350; STAT 401. Understanding health benefits of physical activity on chronic disease prevention and health promotion throughout the life span, from clinical and public health perspectives. Discussion and application real-life physical activity assessment, research, guidelines, and promotion in population levels.

H SCI 110X. Orientation and Human Sciences Career Exploration. (1-0) Cr. 1. F. Prereqs: Declared as Open Option (HSCI) in the College of Human Sciences. Orientation and adjustment to the university and college; policies and procedures; academic resources; and development of a long-term curriculum plan. Comprehensive approach to career development; intensive self-analysis; and in-depth examination of majors in Human Sciences. Required for all students declared as Open Option in the College of Human Sciences.

HCI 570X. UX Lab Studies: Eyetracking and Other UX Tools. (1-0) Cr. 1. Practical introduction to User Experience (UX) tools and how to use them for research: designing a UX study; developing meaningful user tasks; how to plan a research study that integrates eyetracking measures, UX measures, behavioral measures, surveys, interviews and IRB applications; analyzing UX data; and presenting UX study results. Satisfactory - Fail grading.

HCI 571X. Augmented Reality. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: M E/CPR E/COM S 557. Fundamental technologies enabling augmented reality (AR) application development. Implementation of AR via Graphics Processing Units (GPU) will be emphasized to enable high performance interactive applications. Topics include GPU programming in general as well as image processing, tracking, and rendering methods on GPUs. Students will implement several AR applications.

HCI 573X. User Interface Implementation for Web Applications. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Development of web-based interfaces for web applications. User-centered design of interaction patterns. Dynamic queries using user feedback. Usability within complex web applications. Making appropriate choices in system security and user management. Students will learn to use PHP, MySQL, and Javascript as the implementation tools for assignments.

HCI 681X. Cognitive Engineering. (2-1) Cr. 3. F.  (Same as I E 681X). Prereq: IE 577 or equivalent or instructor’s permission. Overview of human capabilities and limitations in the design of products, work places, and large systems ranging from mobile devices to air-traffic control. Inferences about users’ thoughts and feeling based on what we can measure about their performance and physiological state. Challenges of designing automated systems

HIST 195X. Introduction to History. (1-0) Cr. 1. S. Prereq: For History majors only. Introduction to the discipline of history and how historians think and work. Focus on research methodologies, writing and analytical practices of historians, and specialization in the discipline.

HORT 131X. Floral Design. (0-2) Cr.1. S. Introduces basic geometric design of fresh arrangements, corsages, and holiday arrangements. Includes use of tools and supplies.

HORT 471L. Vegetable Production and Management Lab. (0-3) Cr. 1. S. Prereq: Junior or senior status. Hands-on training in vegetable crop production. Experience growing variety of vegetables in a heated greenhouse and conduct greenhouse and lab experiments. Visits to vegetable production sites in Iowa to observe/experience and learn from growers and other agricultural professionals.

HRI 201X. Introduction to Casino Management. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. An overview of the gaming industry. History and development of gaming, casino operations, casino games, marketing of the core gaming products, and social and economic impacts of the gaming industry.

HRI 230X. Introduction to Hospitality Performance Analysis​. (3-0) Cr. 3 S. Introduction to Uniform Systems of Accounts for hospitality industry, profitability, income statements, budgeting, managing cash, accounts receivable and payable, costs control, pricing, and evaluation related to restaurant, lodging, and club industry. Preparation for a hospitality accounting certification exam.

HRI 320X. Attractions and Amusement Park Administration. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: HRI 101 or permission of instructor. An examination of current issues in the attractions and amusement park industry. Emphasis placed on development and design along with the functional departments of modern amusement parks and themed attractions.

HRI 383L. Introduction to Wine, Beer, and Spirits Lab. (0-2) Cr. 1. F.S.  Prereq: HRI 383 or concurrent enrollment. Must be at least 21 years old. The application of the management principles and procedures related to the sale and service of alcohol and specialty beverages served in the hospitality industry.

HRI 660X. Research Seminar in Tourism Management.(3-0) Cr. 3 S.  Analysis and application of theories and research methods in tourism studies. Application of current perspectives and theories related to tourism and tourist behaviors to the development of research studies.

I E 432X. Industrial Automation. (2-3) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: Phys 222 Overview of electrical, hydraulic and pneumatic components used for the control of industrial automation. Overview of analog and digital interfaces, and corresponding logic for shop floor systems, involving back-end PC and PLC logic controllers, with special emphasis on Bar-coding and RFID systems.

I E 468X. Large-Scale Complex Engineered Systems (LSCES). (3-0) Cr. 3. F. (Cross-listed with AER E 468X). Prereq: senior standing in College of Engineering or permission of AER E 468X instructor. Introduction to the theorectical foundation and methods associated with the design for large-scale complex engineered systems, including objective function formation, design reliability, value-driven design, product robustness, utility theory, economic factors for the formation of a value function and complexity science as a means of detecting unintended consequences in the product behavior.

I E 502X. M.S. Research Conduct. Cr. R. S. Prereq: Enrollment in M.S. program in Industrial Engineering. Responsible conduct of research at the PhD level, including ethnical issues in peer review, conflicts of interest, mentoring, human subjects and live animals, data management, and collaboration. May be taken more than once for credit. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

I E 547X. Biomedical Design and Manufacturing. (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: Undergraduate engineering degree. Introduction to concepts and issues in biomedical design and manufacturing, including materials, medical devices, body mechanics, design requirements, manufacturing, quality control, and ethics.

I E 562X. System Life Cycle Costing. (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: Stat 231, I E 305. Extension of engineering economy to support life cycle costing (LCC) in the analysis of complex systems. Topics include engineering economy and LCC fundamentals, simulation based costing, parametric cost estimation, COCOMO, Cost as an Independent Variable (CAIV), Design To Cost (DTC) and Cost of Quality (CoQ). Incorporation of LCC results into system trade analysis processes.

I E 563X. Engineering Management Theory. (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: Stat 231. Introduces engineering management (EM) concepts and tools needed to form, develop and manage cross-disciplinary distributed engineering teams working in research and development (R&D). Topics include: Understanding R&D organizations, team and workgroups, job design, organizational effectiveness, and leading technical professionals. Includes an overview of current and emerging research in EM.

I E 564X. Decision Analysis in System Design. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: STAT 231, I E 305. Application of decision theory principles and tools to evaluate alternative hardware/software system architectures based on technical design requirements such as mass, reliability, power and life cycles costs. Systems engineering methods are presented with application in defense, aerospace, energy and related domains. Methods for dealing with technical data risk and uncertainty are presented.

I E 568X. Large-Scale Complex Engineered Systems (LSCES). (3-0) Cr. 3. F. (Cross-listed with AER E 568X). Prereq: senior standing in College of Engineering or permission of AER E 568X instructor. Introduction to the theorectical foundation and methods associated with the design for large-scale complex engineered systems, including objective function formation, design reliability, value-driven design, product robustness, utility theory, economic factors for the formation of a value function and complexity science as a means of detecting unintended consequences in the product behavior.

I E 602X. Ph.D. Research Conduct. Cr. R. S. Prereq: Enrollment in PhD program in Industrial Engineering. Responsible conduct of research at the PhD level, including ethnical issues in peer review, conflicts of interest, mentoring, human subjects and live animals, data management, and collaboration. May be taken more than once for credit. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

I E 681X. Cognitive Engineering. (2-1) Cr. 3. F.  (Same as HCI 681X). Prereq: IE 577 or equivalent or instructor’s permission. Overview of human capabilities and limitations in the design of products, work places, and large systems ranging from mobile devices to air-traffic control. Inferences about users’ thoughts and feeling based on what we can measure about their performance and physiological state. Challenges of designing automated systems.

IND D 334X. Materials and Processes for Industrial Design. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. F. Prereqs: IND D 201X and IND D 231. In the field of industrial design, material choice has an important impact on a product's look, feel, and function. This course explores the relationship between material choice and aesthetics, or a product's sensory-emotional appeal. Through readings, lectures, projects and exercises, students will learn about this relationship and discover ways to manipulate it. Typical materials used in product design include wood, metal, plastic, ceramic, glass and fibers.

IND D 387X. History of Industrial Design Part 1. (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Historical perspective of industrial objects from 1830 to 1960. Discussion of social, political, cultural and technological context for industrial design.

IND D 388X. History of Industrial Design. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Study of cultural context of industrial design activity from the late 19th century to the present. Significant theories, movements, and designers.

IND D 534X. Product Realization for Industrial Design. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: admission into the Industrial Design Intensive Track, IND D 301 or permission of instructor. Essential materials and manufacturing processes regularly considered and appropriately applied to successful product design. Materials include metals, plastics, ceramics, glass, wood and composites and processes such as casting, extrusion, injection molding, and various types of fabrication. Also covered will be the topics of vendor relations, sourcing, the interaction of design with marketing and engineering.

INFAS 332X. Cyber Defense Competition. (2-0) Cr. 1. S. (Cross-listed with CPR E 332X) Repeatable. Participation in cyber defense competition. Scenario based computer system setup, risk assessment and design of security systems. Defense of computer and network systems against trained attackers. Team based. Satisfactory - Fail grading.

INFAS 538X. Reverse Engineering and Security Testing (Same as CPR E 538X) (2-3) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: COM S 321 or CPR E 381) and (COM S 352 or CPR E 308). Techniques in tools for understanding the behavior of software/hardware systems based on reverse engineering. Flaw hypothesis, black, grey, and white box testing as well as other methods for testing the security of software systems.

INTST 295X. International Experience Abroad. Cr. 1-8. S.Prereqs: 12 college-level credits. Supervised instruction in an international setting, augmented by practical living experience.

KIN 165X. Running for Fitness. (0-2) Cr. 1. F.S. SS. Running as a physical activity to improve health, fitness, and endurance; values this type of activity as a lifetime endeavor. Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.

KIN 168X. Judo. (0-2) Cr. 1. Fundamentals of self defense, focusing on throwing with the hands, hips and feet as well as applying pins, chokes and arm-bars. The physical skills will be taught focused on training through development of courtesy, integrity, perseverance, self control, and indomitable spirit. Emphasis on learning a way of life that promotes personal development, physical health and citizenship. Satisfactory - Fail grading.

KIN 210X. Concepts of Fitness and Wellness. (2-0) Cr. 2. Coverage of behavioral skills needed to adopt and maintain lifestyles conducive to fitness and wellness users. Provides students with knowledge and skills needed to adopt and maintain healthy lifestyles. Includes self-assessments and content on physical activity, nutrition, weight control, stress management and other lifestyle behaviors related to health. For non-kinesiology majors.

KIN 391X. Service Learning Leadership Experience. Cr. 1-3. Applied service learning experiences designed to provide students with opportunities to apply classroom knowledge to real world applications. Students will gain professional skills and programming experience while supporting health, education and wellness programming in school, work site or community settings. Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.

Kin 515X. Injury Biomechanics. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: Kin 355 or permission of instructor. Utilization of biomechanical principles to model injury mechanism. Introduction to tissue mechanics of bone, articular cartilage, ligament, tendon, and muscle. Biomechanics of lower extremity, upper extremity, and head/neck/trunk injuries.

L A 454X. Fundamentals of Remote Sensing. Cr. 3. S. (Dual-listed with NREM 554X. Cross-listed with
C R P, NREM). Introduction to remote sensing techniques needed for basic analysis of satellite images, including: filtering and conflation techniques, stacking, pan sharpening, image rectification, image enhancement, unsupervised and supervised classification. Practical applications in a variety of topics to understand how to interpret images.

L A 458X. Web Mapping/GIS. (2-2) Cr. 3. (Dual-listed with L A 558X). (Same as CRP 458X/558X). Prereq: CRP 451/551, LA 302, GEOL 452/552 or instructor permission. Use and development of online mapping tools to support participatory GIS, Volunteered Geographic Information, information sharing, geodesign and decision making actions. Geoprocessing and Web Scripting/coding and user interface design. Laboratory emphasis practical applications and uses of Web GIS.

L A 484X. Advanced Landscape Construction. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: L A 481. Advanced site construction issues, with emphasis on water and irrigation systems, mechanical and electrical systems, site lighting, proposal preparation, project scheduling, project costing and estimating, and specification writing and editing.

L A 554X. Fundamentals of Remote Sensing. Cr. 3. S. (Dual-listed with NREM 454X. Cross-listed with
C R P, NREM). Introduction to remote sensing techniques needed for basic analysis of satellite images, including: filtering and conflation techniques, stacking, pan sharpening, image rectification, image enhancement, unsupervised and supervised classification. Practical applications in a variety of topics to understand how to interpret images.

L A 558X. Web Mapping/GIS. (2-2) Cr. 3. (Dual-listed with L A 458X). (Same as CRP 458X/558X). Prereq: CRP 451/551, LA 302, GEOL 452/552 or instructor permission. Use and development of online mapping tools to support participatory GIS, Volunteered Geographic Information, information sharing, geodesign and decision making actions. Geoprocessing and Web Scripting/coding and user interface design. Laboratory emphasis practical applications and uses of Web GIS.

LAS 151X. Dean’s Leadership Seminar I. (1-0) Cr. 1. F. Prereq: Selection based on application. Beginning to study leadership through applied examples, including the importance of community, communication, trust, shared responsibility, modeling the way, and inspiring a shared vision. Students will be introduced to campus leadership opportunities.

LAS 152X. Dean’s Leadership Seminar II. (1-0) Cr. 1. S. Prereq: Selection based on application. Continuing to study leadership through applied examples, including the importance of challenging the process, enabling others to act, and encouraging the heart. Students will engage more deeply in campus leadership opportunities.

LING 322X. Language and Society. (3-0) Cr. 3. S.(Cross-listed with ENGL) Prereq: ENGL/LING 219.Introduction to variation in language use in society. Survey of factors affecting language use including background characteristics of language users, location, and purpose of interaction in addition to institutional, state and national language policies.

LING 324X. Introduction to Teaching ESL Literacy. (2-1) Cr. 3. F. (Cross-listed with ENGL 324X). Prereq: ENGL/LING 219. Introduction to the issues and methods involved in teaching literacy skills to English as a second language (ESL) learners. The nature of literacy and materials and methods for developing ESL literacy at the middle school, high school, and adult ages across multiple levels of competency.

LING 325X. Teaching Methods for ESL Learners: Oral Communication Skills. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. (Cross-listed with ENGL)  Prereq: ENGL/LING 219. Issues and methods in teaching oral communication skills (listening, speaking, pronunciation) to English as a second language (ESL) learners. The nature of oral language ability. Materials and Methods for developing oral communication skills at middle school, high school, and adult contexts.

LING 480X. Topics in Communication Disorders. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. (Same as CMDIS 480X).  Prereqs: CMDIS/LING 275, CMDIS/LING 371, and BIOL 255; permission of instructor. Guided examination of topics in preparation for graduate work in Speech-Language Pathology or Audiology. Primary course delivery by WWW.

A. Anatomy and physiology of speech and hearing
B. Articulation and phonological disorders
C. Evaluation and diagnosis of communication disorders

LING 516X. Methods of Formal Linguistic Analysis. Cr. 3. S. (Same as ENGL). Prereq: ENGL/LING 219 or equivalent. Data and knowledge structures for formal representation of natural language and speech data. Designing and implementing algorithms for automating linguistic analysis tasks. Conceptual issues for natural lajnguage and speech processing programming.

M E 296X. Early Engineering International Experience (1-2) Cr. 1. SS. Prereqs: Permission of Instructor. Explore and discover engineering topics critical to international collaboration, including but not limited to: virtual reality research, computer graphics, manufacturing, working across cultures, and international professional practices. Pre-trip sessions arranged. Check with department for current offering. Meets International Perspectives Requirement.

M E 401X. Human Centered Design, Pre-Departure Course. (1-0) Cr. 1. S. Prereqs: Acceptance into Study Abroad Program. A pre-departure course for M E 402X. Safety and health issues while on site; travel logistics; required travel documents and deadlines; cultural norms. Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.

M E 402X. Field Engineering: Human Centered Design Concepts. (1-4) Cr. 3. SS. Prereqs: ME 401X. Design methodology and field engineering principles for use in engineering problem solving in developing nations; application of principals will be on site. Awareness of culture, use of local artisans, crafts people and engineers will be emphasized for the purpose of ensuring sustainable and appropriate technology.

M E 424X. Design for Manufacturability. (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: ME 324, ME 325 or IE 348. Design considerations including size, shape, tolerance, surface finish and cost in manufacturing of mechanical components; Redesign to facilitate cost-effective manufacturing; Focus on machining, sheet metal forming, forging, injection molding, powder metallurgy and casting processes; Use of Design for Manufacturing Concurrent Costing software (DEMA). Nonmajor graduate credit.

M E 439X. Introduction to Nanoscale Heat Transfer. (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: Credit or enrollment in ME 436 and CH E 357. Fundamentals of heat transfer in nanoscale systems, ballistic and diffusive transport, heat conduction due to phonons and electrons. Size effects and materials properties. Computational tools and hands-on experiments for measuring thermal properties.

M E 510X. Economics and Policy of Engineered Energy Systems. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: Graduate standing. Economics and policy for U.S. energy systems, with an emphasis on connections to engineering. Topics include: economic analysis of conventional energy commodity markets and technologies, deregulated electricity markets, and emerging energy technologies; demand forecasting; economic and environmental policy in energy; integrated assessment; and semester-specific contemporary issues. Economics majors may not apply this course towards graduation.

M E 531X. Advanced Energy Systems and Analysis. (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: any undergraduate thermodynamics course; mathematics through differential equations. Introduction to energy systems including economic and thermodynamic principles. Various production systems will be analyzed. Application to transportation and building systems will be emphasized. Sustainability, climate change and other current energy system topics.

M E 556X. Machine Vision. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: MATH 317, M E 421 or permission of instructor. Practical imaging processing techniques, geometric optics, and mathematics behind machine vision, as well as the most advanced 3D vision techniques. Experience with practical vision system development and analysis. Assignments include individual bi-weekly homework; weekly readings and lectures; and a semester-long research project on design and experiment vision systems.

M E 560X. Principles of Surface Engineering and Tribology. (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: Graduate standing or ME 325 (or equivalent).  Fundamentals of surface contact and interfacial phenomena in solids. Friction theories and wear mechanisms. Techniques to evaluate and influence mechanical and tribological (friction, wear and lubrication) properties of solid surfaces.

M S E 581X. Computational Modeling of Materials. (2-1) Cr. 3. F. (Dual-listed with Mat E 481XPrereqs: Math 265 and (Mat E 331 or Ch E 381 or Chem 325 or Phys 304). Introduction to the basic methods used in the computational modeling and simulation of materials, from atomistic simulations to methods at the mesoscale. Students will be expected to develop and run sample programs. Topics to be covered include, for example, electronic structure calculations, molecular dynamics, Monte Carlo, phase-field methods, etc.

MAT E 394X. Topics in Sustainable Engineering in Italy. (3-0). Cr. 3. S. Prereq: CHEM 167 or CHEM 177. Fundamentals of sustainable engineering related to biofuels. Basics of food and biofuel chemistry and fluid dynamics. Preparation course for Italy as a case study for food and sustainable engineering. Orientation for summer study abroad program in Torino, Italy. Credit for graduation available only upon completion of the following summer's offering of MAT E 316 taught in Italy, along with additional sustainability lessons/tours.

Mat E 481X. Computational Modeling of Materials. (2-1) Cr. 3. F. (Dual-listed with MSE 581X Prereqs: Math 265 and (Mat E 331 or Ch E 381 or Chem 325 or Phys 304). Introduction to the basic methods used in the computational modeling and simulation of materials, from atomistic simulations to methods at the mesoscale. Students will be expected to develop and run sample programs. Topics to be covered include, for example, electronic structure calculations, molecular dynamics, Monte Carlo, phase-field methods, etc.

MGMT 522X : Negotiation and Conflict Resolution. (3-0) Cr. 3. SS. This course provides the theory and practice of negotiation in a variety of settings, while focusing on understanding the behavior of individuals, groups and organizations in the context of competitive situations. Additionally, team work and team building is integrated to better understand interdependent relationships and processes.

MATH 143X. Preparation for Calculus. (4-0) Cr. 4 F.S. Prereq: ALEKS score of at least 50%. Preparation for MATH 160, 165, and 181. Functions, graphing, basic trigonometry, logarithms, exponentials. Emphasis on co-variational reasoning. Students in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences may not count MATH 140, 141, 142, 143X or 195 toward General Education Requirements. Only one of MATH 141, 142, 143X may count toward graduation.

MATH 269X. Systems of Differential Equations. (1-0) Cr. 1. F.S. Prereq: Familiarity with ordinary differential equations of first and second order, permission of department. Solution methods for ordinary differential equations. First order equations, linear equations, constant coefficient equations. Eigenvalue methods for systems of first order linear equations. Introduction to stability and phase plane analysis. Laplace transforms and series solutions to ordinary differential equations. Students with credit in 266 or 267 may not earn credit in 269X.

MATH 424X. Introduction to High Performance Computing. (2-2) Cr. 3. F.S. (Same as CPR E, COM S). Prereq: MATH 265; 207 or 317. Numerical serial and parallel computing using the Message Passing Interface. Oral and written semester project.

MICRO 349X. The Genome Perspective in Biology. (2-0) Cr.2. S. (Same as GEN 349X, BIOL 349X, V PTH 349X) Prereq: GEN 313 or GEN 320. How genome, RNA, and protein data are analyzed using computer technology to answer biological questions on topics ranging from microbial diversity to human health. An introduction for students in the life sciences to the fields of genomics, bioinformatics and systems.

MICRO 525X. Intestinal Microbiology. (Cross-listed with V MPM 525X) (3-0) Cr. 3. Alt. S. offered 2014. Prereq: MICRO 302, BIOL 313. Overview of commensal microbiota in the health and well-being of vertebrates. Topics include diversity of intestinal structure, microbioal diversity/function, innate immune development, community interactions and metobolic diseases associated with alterations of the mocrobiome.

MIS 544X. Social Media Business Applications and Analytics. Cr. 1. SS. This course is designed to educate students about the role of new collaborative social technologies and analysis of social media data. Exploration of strategic and operational applications of social media and of tools that support the analysis of social network and social media data. Application of text analysis and social network theory.

MTEOR 435X. Radar Applications in Meteorology. (3-0) Cr. 3. F.  Prereq: MTEOR 342. Fundamentals of radar meteorology with an emphasis on applications. Topics presented include theory of radar, engineering principles, Doppler radar, polarimetric radar, and applications to remote sensing of clouds and precipitation. Nonmajor graduate credit.

MTEOR 489X. Survey of Remote Sensing Technologies (Dual-listed with MTEOR 589X) (Same as GEOL 489X, NREM 489X, E E 489X) (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: Four courses in physical or biological sciences or engineering. Electromagnetic radiation principles, active and passive sensors, multispectral and hyperspectral sensors, imaging radar, SAR, thermal imaging, lidar. Examples of applications.

MTEOR 489L. Satellite Remote Sesing Laboratory (Dual-listed with MTEOR 589L) (Same as GEOL 489L, NREM 489L, E E 489L) (0-3) Cr. 1. S. Prereqs: Completion or concurrent enrollment in MTEOR 489X). Processing and analysis of satellite sensor data (optical and radar). Provides practical applications in an environmental context.

MTEOR 589X. Survey of Remote Sensing Technologies (Dual-listed with MTEOR 489X) (Same as GEOL 589X, NREM 589X, E E 589X) (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: Four courses in physical or biological sciences or engineering. Electromagnetic radiation principles, active and passive sensors, multispectral and hyperspectral sensors, imaging radar, SAR, thermal imaging, lidar. Examples of applications.

MTEOR 589L. Satellite Remote Sesing Laboratory (Dual-listed with MTEOR 489L) (Same as GEOL 589L, NREM 589L, E E 589L) (0-3) Cr. 1. S. Prereqs: Completion or concurrent enrollment in MTEOR 589X). Processing and analysis of satellite sensor data (optical and radar). Provides practical applications in an environmental context.

NREM 181X. Artistry in Wood. (1-0) Cr. 1. F., second half of semester. A survey of the artistry of wood as appreciated in spatial scale from microscopic anatomy to engineered wood structures. Anatomical and physical properties that render wood as a medium for artistic expression. The works of local artists, designers and engineers will be featured. The University Museums collection and Art on Campus will be explored. Special course fees.

NREM 260X. Introduction to Controversies in Science and Society. (Same as AN S 260X, FS HN 260X.)  (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Introduction to evaluating controversial and multifaceted issues in natural resource management, animal science, and food science. Critically examine stakeholders’ beliefs, values, and ethics, while determining the credibility of information sources. Case studies and team-based activities.

NREM 454X. Fundamentals of Remote Sensing. Cr. 3. S. (Dual-listed with CRP 554X. Cross-listed with
C R P, L A). Introduction to remote sensing techniques needed for basic analysis of satellite images, including: filtering and conflation techniques, stacking, pan sharpening, image rectification, image enhancement, unsupervised and supervised classification. Practical applications in a variety of topics to understand how to interpret images.

NREM 489X. Survey of Remote Sensing Technologies (Dual-listed with NREM 589X) (Same as GEOL 489X, MTEOR 489X, E E 489X) (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: Four courses in physical or biological sciences or engineering. Electromagnetic radiation principles, active and passive sensors, multispectral and hyperspectral sensors, imaging radar, SAR, thermal imaging, lidar. Examples of applications.

NREM 489L. Satellite Remote Sesing Laboratory (Dual-listed with NREM 589L) (Same as GEOL 489L, MTEOR 489L, E E 489L) (0-3) Cr. 1. S. Prereqs: Completion or concurrent enrollment in NREM 489X). Processing and analysis of satellite sensor data (optical and radar). Provides practical applications in an environmental context.

NREM 554X. Fundamentals of Remote Sensing. Cr. 3. S. (Dual-listed with NREM 454X. Cross-listed with
C R P, L A). Introduction to remote sensing techniques needed for basic analysis of satellite images, including: filtering and conflation techniques, stacking, pan sharpening, image rectification, image enhancement, unsupervised and supervised classification. Practical applications in a variety of topics to understand how to interpret images.

NREM 589X. Survey of Remote Sensing Technologies (Dual-listed with NREM 489X) (Same as GEOL 589X, MTEOR 589X, E E 589X) (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: Four courses in physical or biological sciences or engineering. Electromagnetic radiation principles, active and passive sensors, multispectral and hyperspectral sensors, imaging radar, SAR, thermal imaging, lidar. Examples of applications.

NREM 589L. Satellite Remote Sesing Laboratory (Dual-listed with NREM 489L) (Same as GEOL 589L, MTEOR 589L, E E 589L) (0-3) Cr. 1. S. Prereqs: Completion or concurrent enrollment in E E 589X). Processing and analysis of satellite sensor data (optical and radar). Provides practical applications in an environmental context.

NUC E 421X. Nuclear Criticality Safety. (3-0) Cr. 3. Alt. S. Prereq: NUC E 401. Nomenclature, theory, and practice of nuclear criticality safety. Review of nuclear criticality accidents, analytical methods used in criticality analysis, review of standards and regulations, and developing criticality safety evaluations. Nonmajor graduate credit.

NUTRS 597X. Nutritional Aspects of Oncology. (Same as FS HN 597X and DIET 597X) (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: B.S. in nutrition, dietetics, biology, or related discipline. Understanding of basic cancer biology and methodology used to study nutrition and cancer relationships. Using current research as a basis, the role of nutrition in specific cancers will be explored. Students will learn about sources of information for cancer prevention programs, and how to apply this information to clinical patient management.

NUTRS 618X. Vitamins and Minerals. (Cross-listed with AN S 618X) (2-0) Cr. 2. Alt. S. offered 2014. Prereq: Physiology course, gradate level nutrition and biochemistry courses. Understanding molecular aspects of vitamin and mineral metabolism and homeostasis in humans and animals. An in-depth examination of the chemistry of vitamins, and minerals, including genetic mutations, proteins involved in absorption and excretion and their necessity in biological processes.

PHIL 537X. Bioethics and Public Policy. Cr. 3. Prereq: graduate status or permission of instructor. Examination of issues related to bioethics and public policy. Topics will include ethical issues in the life sciences, environmental science and law, agriculture and the environment, the concept of sustainability, population ethics and human population policy, and intergenerational justice.

PHYS 528X. Mathematical Methods for the Physical Sciences. (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: MATH 266 or MATH 267. Fast-paced coverage of mathematical techniques needed for advanced analysis in the physical sciences, particularly for quantum mechanics and electrodynamics. Linear vector spaces and operators.  Linear differential equations for time-evolution and steady-state problems, Green's functions and propagators, Sturm-Liouville problems. Functions of a complex variable, calculus of residues, series expansions, integral transforms and applications.

PL P 575X. Plant Nematology. (2-0) Cr. 2. F. Prereq: 8 credits in biological sciences, including BIOL 211 or equivalent.  Morphology, anatomy, identification, management, and life cycles of common plant-parasitic nematodes; host parasite interactions, recent advances in plant nematology. Credit may not be given for both PL P 575X/575L and PL P 574.

PL P 575L. Laboratory Techniques in Plant Nematology. (0-2) Cr. 1. Alt.SS, offered 2013.  Prereq: 8 credits biological sciences, including BIOL 211 or equivalent. Only available if also registered in PL P 575X. Practical skills of sample collection, processing, extraction, and identification of plant-parasitic nematodes from soil and roots; other techniques will be discussed. Student will come to campus for two days of hands-on laboratory activities. Credit may not be given for both PL P 575X and PL P 574

PL P 595X. Principles of Seed Pathology. (2-0) Cr. 2. F. Prereq: 8 PL P 408.  Significance of diseases on the major phases of seed production; growing, harvesting, conditioning, storing, and planting seed.  Pathogens considered include fungi, bacteria, viruses, nematodes, and abiotic agents. Emphasis on epidemiology, management, host-pathogens relationships, seed transmission, and seed health.

PL P 628X. Improving Professional Presentation Skills. (2-0) Cr. 2. Alt. F.  Builds skills to improve oral presentation fundamentals for graduate students in biological sciences. Principles and guidance in both personal speaking style and maximizing impact of presentation software. In-depth lectures and class discussions on all aspects of presentation skills. Video and anonymous peer review of individual speeches.

POL S 339X. Liberty and Law in America. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. (Cross-listed with CJ ST 339X). Prereq: sophomore status. An exploration of competing conceptions of liberty in American political thought and debats about how liberty should be protected by the law. Contemporary debates about topics such as health care, drugs, property, speech, religion, and sex.

POL S 362X. The Judiciary. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Exploration of the genesis, purpose, and power of judicial review, federal common law, judicial confirmation, merit of strict construction of the Constitution, and qualificatiosn to serving on courts; judicial activism and the infusion of politics into courts.

POL S 397X. International Study and Travel. (15-0) Cr. variable. SS. Prereq: Permission of the instructor. Supervised study in an aspect of discipline while traveling or located in a foreign country.

POL S 516X. International Biorenewables Law & Policy. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. (Same as BRT 516X). Evaluation of the international biorenewables field as it relates to the areas of law and policy. Primary emphasis on the following topics: concerns that motivated the development and expansion of the field by adopting countries, a history of the interactions between biorenewable pathways. Law and policy in adopting countries and international controversies that have arisen from these interactions and their effects.

PSYCH 386X. Media Psychology. (3-0) Cr.3. SS. Theories and research on the psychological mechanisms (e.g., attitudes, perceptions, emotions, arousal) by which media influence children and adults. Topics include media violence, educational media, advertising, music, video games, media literacy, and ratings.

PSYCH 510X. Behavioral Neurology. (3-0) Cr. 3. F. (Dual-listed with 410) Prereq: PSYCH 101; PSYCH 310 or equivalent. Examination of the neuroanatomical foundation of cognition, affect, and action from a neurological perspective. Focus on basic and applied research with neurological patients.

S E 419X. Software Tools for Large Scale Data Analysis. (3-3) Cr. 4. S. (Cross-listed with CPR E 419X). Prereq: CPR E 308 or COM S 352, COM S 309. Software tools for managing and manipulating large volumes of data, external memory processing, large scale parallelism, and stream processing, data interchange formats. Weekly programming labs that involve the use of a parallel computing cluster.

SOC 348X. Global Poverty, Resources and Sustainable Development. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: SOC 130 or SOC 134. Trends in hunger, poverty, resource use and development. Assessment of theories, policies, and programs to promote sustainable livelihoods, resource management, and development at local and national levels. Examine solutions through institutional efforts and grassroots social movements.

STAT 502X. Applied Modern Multivariate Statistical Learning. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: STAT 500, STAT 542, STAT 579. Statistical methods for supervisied and unsupervised statisticallearning in high-data-volume contexts. Topics will be chosen from linear methods of prediction and classification, basis expansions and regularization, kernel smoothing methods, variance-basis trade-offs, inference and model averaging, additive models and trees, boosting, neural nets, support vector machines, prototype methods, random forests, ensemble learning, clustering, and principal components.

STAT 547X. Functional Data Analysis. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: STAT 543, STAT 511. Theory and methods for analyzing functional data, which are high dimensional data resulted from discrete, error-contaminated measurements on smooth curves and images. The topics include kernel and spline smoothing, semiparametric regression, dimension reduction, functional analysis of variance, functional generalization linear models, joint modeling, classification and clustering.

STAT 585X. Data Technologies for Statistical Analysis. (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: STAT 579. Introduction to computational methods for data analysis. Accessing and managing data formats: flat files, databases, web technologies based on mark-up languages (SML, KML, HTML), netCDF. Elements of text processing: regular expressions for cleaning data. Working with massive data, handling missing data, scaled computing. Efficient programming, reproducible code.

TOX 569X. Reproductive and Developmental Toxicology. Cr. 2 F. Same as AN S 569X. Prereqs: BBMD 301, Biology 258 or An S 331. Chemical agents that target developmental and reproductive systems in animals and humans, both male and female. The influence that timeline of developmental in utero and what part of reproductive organ have on outcome of environmental exposures will be developed. The physiological changes due to exposure, and mechanistic pathways activated by xenobiotics will be defined and the consequences of these changes will be explored.

TOX 689X. Current Topics in Toxicology. Cr. R. Repeatable. Lecture and discussion participation on current topics in toxicology. Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.

URB D 521X. Foundations of Urban Design. (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: Graduate standing, senior classification with instructor permission. Introduction to the ways that urban designers think about the city with a focus on how history, theory, and a wide range of contextual factors inform urban design practice. Field trip.

URB D 531X. Methods of Urban Design Workshop. (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: Graduate standing or senior classification with instructor permission. An exploration of contemporary urban design methods derived from significant urban projects and (re)development initiatives. Selected case studies to articulate and evaluate methods for implementing urban design goals and objectives in a variety of urbanized contexts. Case studies will build on a combination of analytical research, lectures, student presentations, and field trips.

URB D 532X. Urban Design Media Workshop. (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: Graduate standing or senior classification with instructor permission. An introduction to visual representation tools and techniques for generating and communicating urban design concepts and analytical research. Projects and exercises will utilize traditional and contemporary approaches to drawing, modeling, and mapping, as well as desktop publishing tools for print, web, and presentation graphics. Field trip.

V C S 420X. Practicum. Cr. R. Arr. Prereq: VM4 classification, permission of instructor. Repeatable. External practical experiences in the fourth year curriculum for additional professional development of the veterinary student. Satisfactory/fail grading only.

V MPM 501X. Basic Principles of Microbiology. (3-0) Cr. 3. F. General principles of bacteriology, immunology and virology will be discussed. The structure and function of bacteria and viruses, the mechanisms of pathogenesis, and the host response to infectious agents will be reviewed. Vaccines, their failures, and new developments in vaccine development will be explored.

V MPM 525X. Intestinal Microbiology. (Cross-listed with MICRO 525X) (3-0) Cr. 3. Alt. S. offered 2014. Prereq: MICRO 302, BIOL 313. Overview of commensal microbiota in the health and well-being of vertebrates. Topics include diversity of intestinal structure, microbioal diversity/function, innate immune development, community interactions and metobolic diseases associated with alterations of the mocrobiome.

V PTH 349X. The Genome Perspective in Biology. (2-0) Cr.2. S. (Same as MICRO 349x, BIOL 349X, GEN 349X) Prereq: GEN 313 or GEN 320. How genome, RNA, and protein data are analyzed using computer technology to answer biological questions on topics ranging from microbial diversity to human health. An introduction for students in the life sciences to the fields of genomics, bioinformatics and systems.

V PTH 402X. Introduction to Pathology. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. (Same as BIOL 402X). Prereq: BIOL 211 and BIOL 212 with labs. Haynes. Introductory exploration of pathology as a medical discipline. This includes study of disease mechanisms via an introduction to general pathology topics (cell degeneration, necrosis, disturbances of growth, disturbances of blood flow, inflammation, neoplasia) and organ system-specific response to injury.

V PTH 503X. Principles of Pathology. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Introductory exploration of pathology as a medical discipline. This includes study of disease mechanisms via an introduction to general pathology topics (cell degeneration, necrosis, disturbances of growth, disturbances of blood flow, inflammation, neoplasia) and organ-system-specific response to injury.

VDPAM 424X. Preceptorship in Diagnostic Pathology. Cr. 1-6. F, S. Prereq: VDPAM 310 and VDPAM 455. Advanced course in production animal medicine with emphasis on gross and diagnostic pathology. Forty hours clinical experience per week. Assignments will be preceptorships with a diagnostic laboratory, veterinary pathologist, governmental agency and/or production unit. Biosecurity policies require documentation of student's presence in the USA 5 days immediately prior to the start of class.

VDPAM 428X. Principles of Epidemiology and Population Health. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Epidemiology and ecology of disease in populations, Disease causality and epidemiologic investigations. Issues in disease prevention, control, and eradication. This course is available on campus and by distance.  

VDPAM 463X. Feedlot Production Medicine. Cr. 1. S. Prereq: VDPAM 310: concurrent enrollment in VDPAM 421D. One-week VM4 elective focusing on Midwestern feedlot production. Addresses feedlot production practices common to Iowa and surrounding states, including feeding cattle on concrete or under roofs. Activities include participation and visitation to representative feedlots in Iowa.

VDPAM 465X. Animal Welfare Clinical Rotation (elective). Cr. 2 F. Prereq: Final year of the DVM program. Two-week course for senior veterinary students to gain skills for collecting and interpreting animal welfare data, aid clients with identifying and achieving welfare goals, and assisting law enforcement with animal cruelty response. Field trips to food animal and companion animal facilities are mandatory.

W S 210X. Gender and Sexuality in American Pop Culture (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Analysis of the many codes that are conveyed thought popular culture texts, particularly regarding gender and sexuality. Influences on the developments of our identities that shape how we view the world. Intersectional topics include discussion of race and class.

W S 497X. Women and Gender Studies Capstone Seminar. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: WS 301, WS 401, WS 402 (introduction, theory, methods) and minimum of 12 credits in WS. Serves as a capstone experience to the WGS major.  Students will bring together the knowledge they have gained and apply it to a substantial independent project that engages with and extends the intellectual agenda of the broad community of Womens and Gender Studies Scholarship

WESEP 501X. Wind Energy Resources. (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: graduate standing. Forecasting, wind measurement and analysis,site placement, aerodynamic principle asociated with blase design, power generation technologies, pwoer electronic topologies used in wind energy conversion, collection circuits, and gri operation with high wind penetration.

WESEP 502X. Wind Energy Systems (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: Graduate standing. Systems approach to wind turbine design, manufacturing, installation, integrated with wind economics and sensing and inspection technologies using the monitoring wind farm health, and the impact of policy making on the wind energy industry.

WESEP 594X. Wind Energy Real-time Reseach Seminar. (1-0) Cr. 1. F., S. Prereq: graduate standing. Identifying current wind energy research issues and conducting components of the research cycle in real-time including: proposal development, investigation/analysis/discovery, publication and presentation, ethical behavior and leadership.

WLC 105X. American Sign Language I. Cr. 4. Introduction to American Sign Language (ASL). Development of expressive and receptive skills including vocabulary, grammar, usage, and cultural information. Note: Distinct from “Signed English”. ASL is a natural language with its own rules of grammar and usage.

WLC 106X American Sign Language II. Cr. 4. S. Prereq: WLC 105X. Introduction to American Sign Language (ASL) II continues development of expressive and receptive skills introduced in American Sign Language I, including vocabulary, grammar, usage, and cultural information. Distinct from “Signed English”. ASL is a natural language with its own rules of grammar and usage.

WLC 205X. Intermediate American Sign Language I. (4-0) Cr. 4. F. Prereq: WLC 106X or equivalent. Development of fluency for intermediate conversational skills. Review of grammar and varying grammatical forms for both structured and unstructured social situations such as sharing opinions, discussing weekend activities, and exchanging views on current topics.

WLC 206X. Intermediate American Sign Language II. (4-0) Cr. 4. S. Prereq: WLC 205X or equivalent. A continuation and further application of language principles learned in WLC 205X, to deepen ability to actively engage in dialogue both in structured and unstructured social situations. Further fluency in intermediate conversational skills will be developed, particularly in the areas of sematic equivalence and dialogic/monologic register.

WLC 278X. Introduction to Global Film. (3-0) Cr. 3 F. Prereqs: none Introduction to the cinema of non-English speaking regions and cultures of the world through representative subtitled films, lectures, and readings. Topics vary according to faculty interest. Emphasis on selected national cinemas and film as a mode of cultural expression as well as on diverse cultural contexts of cinema.

WLC 370X. Topics in World Languages and Cultures in English Translation. (3-0) Cr. 3 F. Prereqs: none. Topics vary according to faculty interest. Author, genre and period study, women's writing, cinema, or cultural studies of non-English speaking world culture and cultures. Reading, discussion, and written work in English. May be taken more than once for a limit of 9 credits. Non-major graduate credit.

YTH 501X. Foundations in Youth Development. (1-0) Cr. 1. Examination of fundamentals of youth development and the youth development profession. Through this introduction to the field, students will explore the ethical, professional, and historical elements of youth development as it has evolved toward professionalization.

YTH 510X. Adolescents and Their Families. (3-0) Cr. 3. Adolescent development, particularly in the context of the family. The reciprocal influences between adolescents and their families will be examined. Implications for professionals working with youth and families will be explored and highlighted.

YTH 520X. Community Youth Development. (0-3) Cr. 3. Examination of cognitive, self, and social transitions of early to late adolescence including identity issues relating to family, peer, school, and work as well as gender, intimacy, and sexuality. Emphasis on research, theory and practice applied in communities throughout the USA. Students will explore existing models, read theoretical and applied literature and examine current community efforts as a basis for understanding community youth development.

YTH 530X. Youth in Cultural Context. (3-0) Cr. 3. The cultural context factors that affect youth from a holistic perspective within and outside the family unit. An understanding of the cultural heritage of differing family structures and types.

YTH 540X. Youth Professionals as Consumers of Research. (3-0) Cr. 3. Youth development professionals understand and evaluate research reports to reduce anxiety about applying research results and theories to practice. Specific emphasis will be on research and theory reports related to youth development.

YTH 550X. Youth Policy. (3-0) Cr. 3. This course Examines various federal and state policies designed specifically for youth. Students will examine how and why policies for youth are constructed. A guiding question that will be used to evaluate existing state and national policies is whether they contribute to, or act as, barriers to designed developmental outcomes.  WWW only.

YTH 570X. ContemporaryYouth Issues. (3-0) Cr. 3. Contemporary youth issues, including personal, social, psychological, biological, financial, and or environmental topics. Issues discussed within a positive youth development framework. Research, evaluation, and application.

YTH 570A. Contemporary Youth Issues: Life Skills

YTH 570B. Contemporary Youth Issues: Violence

YTH 570C. Contemporary Youth Issues: Youth and Appearance

YTH 570D. Contemporary Youth Issues: Volunteerism

YTH 570E. Contemporary Youth Issues: Youth from a Global Perspective

YTH 570F. Contemporary Youth Issues: Substance Abuse

YTH 570G. Contemporary Youth Issues: Improving Adolescent Health

YTH 570H. Contemporary Youth Issues: Working with Immigrant Youth and their Families

YTH 570I. Contemporary Youth Issues: Contexts & Settings of Youth Development

YTH 570J. Contemporary Youth Issues: Adolescent Sexuality, Pregnancy & Parenthood

YTH 570K. Contemporary Youth Issues: Mentoring

YTH 570L. Contemporary Youth Issues: Mental Health

YTH 570M. Contemporary Youth Issues: The Difficult Adolescent

YTH 570N. Contemporary Youth Issues: Diviance Among Immigrant and Minority Youth

YTH 580X. Administration and Program Management. (3-0) Cr. 3. Development, administration and management of youth serving organizations, and focuses on the youth development professional’s administrator/program manager responsibilities.

YTH 585X. Program Design, Implementation and Evaluation. (3-0) Cr. 3. Principles and methods of program design, implementation, and outcome evaluation of children and family programs. This course will focus on hands-on tools of conducting strategic planning, designing program logic model, and evaluating the performance of a program in delivery of services.

YTH 589X. Grant Development and Management. (3-0) Cr. 3. Grant-getting process and an overview of what happens after a project is funded. The following topics will be covered: researching funding sources, generating cutting edge ideas, assessing needs, planning a project, establishing credibility, formulating a sustainable budget, designing an evaluation plan, managing the funded project, and disseminating project results.

YTH 634X. Youth Development. (3-0) Cr. 3. The development period of adolescence. The theory and research of positive youth development will be the lens through which this developmental period is examined. The course will emphasize how the development tasks of this life stage are influenced by (and influence) family and home school, peers, and other contextual forces.