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PET 511 - Advanced Reservoir Simulation 3 credits (3 hrs Lec)
Topics in advanced reservoir simulation including: PETREL and ECLIPSE software, simulation design, discretization of flow equations, numerical linear algebra, convergence, and streamline simulation.
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PET 512 - Offshore Drilling and Completion Operations 3 3
A study of operations and equipement concentrating on offshore drilling and completions. This course will include topics from both the shelf area and deepwater. THis includes fixed and floating offshore rigs and rig equipment, surface and subsea wellheads and BOPs, well control operations, directional drilling, overburden and frac gradients, expandable casting, rig postioning, station keeping, motion compensation, drilling risers and logistics. A study of different offshore basins including the Gulf of Mexico, West Africa, the North Sea, and the artic area.
Prerequisite(s): PET 301 and 305 or consent from the professor Graduate No
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PET 5020 - Production Operations Design - Simulation 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This course is an intermediate level study of oil and gas well stimulation. Included in the course are hydraulic fracturing theory, matrix acidizing and matrix chemical treatments. An outcome of this course will be a series of spreadsheet programs for the design of hydraulic fracturing treatments.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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PET 5040 - Advanced Reservoir Engineering (Variable)
Special topics in reservoir engineering.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor.
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PET 5050 - Pressure Transient Analysis 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Application of pressure transient theory to the design and interpretation of well tests. Topics include derivation and application of oil and gas transient flow equations. Analysis of pressure build up and pressure derivation test data using analytical and type curve methods.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered 1st semester.
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PET 5080 - Thermal Recovery Methods 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Special topics of specific interest in the subject of thermal recovery methods will be studied.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor.
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PET 5110 - Advanced Reservoir Simulation 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Development of the equations for multi-phase multidimensional flow in porous media and the numerical solution techniques employed in their solution. Applications to reservoir simulation.
Prerequisite(s): Proficiency in a programming language and Consent of Instructor.
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PET 5440 - Advanced Enhanced Oil Recovery (Variable)
An advanced treatment of the principle enhanced oil recovery mechanisms including water flooding and chemical, miscible and thermal methods.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor.
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PET 5920 - Engr Research, Development Or Design (Variable)
An investigation of a field or laboratory petroleum engineering problem not directly related to thesis work. The field problem is to be performed in liaison with the petroleum industry. All the laboratory work must be originally planned and performed by the student.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing. Course generally offered both semesters.
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PET 5940 - Graduate Seminar 1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lec.)
Current petroleum related literature and research. Oral presentation is required.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing. Course generally offered both semesters.
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PET 5970 - Special Problems (Variable)
The student will select a topic in drilling, reservoir engineering, economics of oil production, or petroleum operations of current interest.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing and Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered both semesters.
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PET 5990 - Thesis Research (Variable)
A specific field or laboratory research problem in petroleum engineering is selected by the student and the department staff.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing. Course generally offered both semesters.
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PHL 101 - Reason & Reality: Introduction to Philosophy 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
An introductory study, based on selected philosophical writings, of the nature and scope of philosophy and some of its constituent fields of inquiry: epistemology, metaphysics, ethics, esthetics, the philosophy of history, and the philosophy of science.
Satisfies Humanities & Fine Arts core. Course generally offered 1st semester.
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PHL 110 - Problems of Good & Evil: Introduction to Ethics 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
What makes life worth living? How do we decide what actions are morally right? Why ought we to care about others? Is morality subject to progress? Moral philosophy strives to develop valid ethical decision principles to answer such questions. This course surveys the development of moral theory in Western Civilization from Socrates’ philosophy to Feminist ethics.
Satisfies Humanities & Fine Arts core. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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PHL 112 - Intro to Ethics and the Environment 3 credits (3 hrs Lec)
This course introduces students to the study of moral philosophy via an engagement with issues of environmental concern. Beginning with conceptions of nature in the Abrahamic tradition, the course will cover the deep ecology, ecofeminism, and social ecology movements as well as such issues as climate change, biodiversity, land degradation, animal rights, water waste, and wilderness preservation. The two main goals of the course are to provide students with a more sophisticated conceptual vocabulary to render moral judgment across domains and to engage student’s ethical reasoning and reflection on environmental issues in particular.
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PHL 233 - Intro to Logic: Deduction 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
A thorough grounding in logic is the hallmark of all educated persons. This course surveys the role of logic in language, Mathematics, and science. It serves as an introduction to Argumentation/Persuasion, Philosophy of Science, and Science & Technology Studies.
Satisfies Social Science core. Course offered on demand.
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PHL 325W - Professional Ethics 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Everyone is an expert: As a society of experts, we rely on professionals to guide us at every turn in our personal and collective social path. This is an interdisciplinary course in applied moral philosophy, wherein we confront contemporary problems arising in professions such as engineering, business, and nursing. Special emphasis is given to technological progress as the driving force behind many of these problems.
Satisfies Humanities & Fine Arts and upper division Writing cores. Course generally offered 1st semester.
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PHL 360 - History of Philosophy 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
A chronological survey, beginning with the Pre-Socratic Greeks and ending with contemporary thinkers, of the development of philosophy. Emphasizes the growth of philosophic schools and problems, as well as the men who contributed to that growth.
Prerequisite(s): PHL 101 or Consent of Instructor. Satisfies Humanities & Fine Arts core. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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PHL 362 - History of Philosophy: Modern 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Designed to cover the metaphysics, epistemology, and ethics of modern philosophers from Descartes to Wittgenstein and Irigaray. Emphasis is on philosophical questions, development of philosophical questions in a historical context, and future implications of major historical philosophical ideas. Doing philosophy includes lecture, discussion, panel discussion, wonder, and playing around in all forms.
Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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PHSX 121 - Fundamentals of Physics I 4 credits (Hrs: 4 Lec.)
First course of a two-semester sequence dealing with the basic principles of physics. Covers mechanics, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and wave motion. Credit in this course does not count toward an engineering degree at Montana Tech.
Prerequisite(s): M 151 Course generally offered 1st semester.
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PHSX 123 - Fundamentals of Physics II 4 credits (Hrs: 4 Lec.)
A continuation of PHSX 121 dealing primarily with electricity, electric circuits, optics and nuclear physics. Credit in this course does not count toward an engineering degree at Montana Tech.
Prerequisite(s): PHSX 121 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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PHSX 234 - General Physics-Mechanics 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
First course in the calculus-based introductory physics sequence. Includes the study of kinematics, dynamics, and the conservation laws. Emphasizes the development of problem-solving skills fundamental to all branches of engineering.
Prerequisite(s): M 171 ; Corequisite(s): M 172 . Course generally offered both semesters.
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PHSX 235 - General Physics-Heat, Sound & Optics 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Second course in the calculus-based physics sequence. Includes the study of heat, sound, and optics. Emphasizes problem-solving.
Prerequisite(s): M 172 ; PHSX 234 ; Corequisite(s): M 273 . Course generally offered both semesters.
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PHSX 236 - General Phy-Heat, Sound & Optics Lab 1 credit (Hrs: 3 Lab)
Typical topics for this course include: Force, Torque, Motion in 2 dimensions, Friction, and Buoyancy. Laboratory exercises include measurements of forces, torques, energy, work, optics, thermal properties and resonance. Stresses good laboratory techniques and analysis of experimental errors. Laboratory reports are required.
Prerequisite(s): Engineering Students: PHSX 234 . Non-Engineering Students: PHSX 121 ; Corequisite(s): Engineering Students: PHSX 235 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
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PHSX 237 - General Physics-Electricity, Magnetism & Motion 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Third course in the calculus-based physics sequence. Covers electricity, magnetism, and electromagnetic waves.
Prerequisite(s): M 273 ; PHSX 234 , PHSX 235 ; Corequisite(s): M 274 . Course generally offered both semesters.
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PHSX 238 - General Physics-Electricity, Magnetism & Motion Lab 1 credit (Hrs: 3 Lab)
Typical topics for this course include: Heat, Sound, Optics, Electricity, and Magnetism. A continuation of PHSX 236 with experiments involving electrical measurements, optics and thermal expansion.
Prerequisite(s): Engineering Students: PHSX 235 ; Non-Engineering Students: PHSX 123 ; Corequisite(s): Engineering Students: PHSX 237 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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PHSX 322 - Electronics for Scientists 3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 3 Lab)
Introduces integrated circuits and transistors. The first half of the semester deals with analog devices, the second half with digital techniques. Allows students to design functional circuits from integrated circuit building blocks.
Prerequisite(s): PHSX 237 and PHSX 238 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
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PHSX 423 - Electricity & Magnetism I 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Considers the calculus of vectors and fields; basic laws of electrostatics and magnetostatics; boundary value problems; derivation of capacitance and inductance; non-time varying Maxwell’s equations; relationship between force, charge and motion in electric and magnetic fields. Extension to time varying electric and magnetic field, time varying Maxwell’s equations, derivations of the wave equation for time harmonic fields, the plane wave solution of the wave equation, interaction of plane electromagnetic waves to dielectric boundaries, perfect conducting boundaries, and lossy media boundaries.
Prerequisite(s): M 274 ; PHSX 237 & PHSX 238 ; Corequisite(s): EELE 203 or M 405 or PHSX 453 or Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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PHSX 453 - Methods of Theoretical Physics 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Concepts of complex variables, integral transforms, partial differential equations, Green’s Functions, and their applications to physical problems.
Prerequisite(s): PHSX 237 ; M 274 , or Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered 1st semester.
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PHYS 5516 - Theoretical Mechanics 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Covers topics from classical mechanics including Lagrange’s and Hamilton’s equations.
Prerequisite(s): PHSX 419 or Consent of Instructor. Course offered on demand.
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PHYS 5526 - Quantum Mechanics 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Covers solutions of the Schroedinger equation, approximation methods, linear vector spaces, matrix mechanics and symmetry, and other topics.
Prerequisite(s): PHYS 4296 or Consent of Instructor. Course offered on demand.
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PHYS 5536 - Math Methods In Physics 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Topics covered include linear vector spaces, calculus of variations, Sturm-Liouville problem, Green’s functions, integral equations and transform methods.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor. Course offered on demand.
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PHYS 5546 - Electromagnetic Theory 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Covers the Mathematical treatment of electromagnetic fields.
Prerequisite(s): PHSX 423 or Consent of Instructor. Course offered on demand.
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PPH 1006 - Freshman Pre-professional Health Seminar 1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lec.)
Designed to prepare students interested in careers in the health sciences for entrance into health school. Course will consist of a series of lectures, presentations by health professionals, reading and discussion of topical health issues, and summary writings.
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PPH 1946 - Current Topics In Health Care 1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lec.)
This course is designed to provide students interested in careers in professional health care, a background in current health care topics, enhance their verbal and written communication skills, and increase their verbal reasoning skills. These goals will be accomplished through reading of typical health issues followed by in-class discussions and summary writings, an in-depth written report and oral presentation on an instructor approved health topic, and critical evaluations of published and in-class papers. Grading is Pass/Fail.
Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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PPH 2916 - Internship 1 - 6 credits (Variable.)
For academic work done in conjunction with an approved work experience related to a professional health career. Students should consult with their faculty advisor, pre-professional health advisor, and the pre-professional health internship coordinator to determine the availability of appropriate work experience and the specific academic requirements for receiving credit. The work experience and the academic requirements will be developed in conjunction with the health care providers that are supervising the student.
Prerequisite(s): One semester of course work and consent of instructor. May be repeated for credit.
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PPH 2946 - Current Topics In Health Care 1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lec.)
This course is designed to provide students interested in careers in professional health care, a background in current health care topics, enhance their verbal and written communication skills, and increase their verbal reasoning skills. These goals will be accomplished through reading of typical health issues followed by in-class discussions and summary writings, an in-depth written report and oral presentation on an instructor approved health topic, and critical evaluations of published and in-class papers. Grading is Pass/Fail.
Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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PPH 3006 - Professional Health Entrance Exam Preparation 2 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec.)
This course is designed to improve the problem solving and comprehension capabilities of the student. The first half of the semester will focus on material that is common to professional health school and graduate school entrance exams, such as the GRE, MCAT, DAT, VCAT, etc. Topics to be addressed include: the brain, right brain vs. left brain thinking, problem-solving methods, error in reasoning, myths about reading, verbal reasoning problems, using and forming analogies in problem solving, using relationship sentences, analysis of trends and patterns, and deductive and hypothetical thinking. These materials are geared towards the Verbal Reasoning Section of the exams. The second-half of the semester will be designed as an independent study, where the student focuses on the exam sections pertinent to their chosen professional school, such as, chemistry, biology, physics, etc. Practice exams will be given throughout the semester. The final will be given under real exam conditions.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or consent of the instructor.
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PPH 3946 - Current Topics In Health Care 1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lec.)
This course is designed to provide students interested in careers in professional health care, a background in current health care topics, enhance their verbal and written communication skills, and increase their verbal reasoning skills. These goals will be accomplished through reading of typical health issues followed by in-class discussions and summary writings, an in-depth written report and oral presentation on an instructor approved health topic, and critical evaluations of published and in-class papers. Grading is Pass/Fail.
Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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PPH 4916 - Internship 1 - 6 credits (Variable.)
For academic work done in conjunction with an approved work experience related to a professional health career. Students should consult with their faculty advisor, pre-professional health advisor, and the pre-professional health internship coordinator to determine the availability of appropriate work experience and the specific academic requirements for receiving credit. The work experience and the academic requirements will be developed in conjunction with the health care providers that are supervising the student.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing and consent of instructor. May be repeated for credit.
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PPH 4946 - Current Topics In Health Care 1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lec.)
This course is designed to provide students interested in careers in professional health care, a background in current health care topics, enhance their verbal and written communication skills, and increase their verbal reasoning skills. These goals will be accomplished through reading of typical health issues followed by in-class discussions and summary writings, an in-depth written report and oral presentation on an instructor approved health topic, and critical evaluations of published and in-class papers. Grading is Pass/Fail.
Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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PSCI 101 - Introduction To Political Science 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
An introduction to the study of the nature of politics and the field of political science. Provides a fundamental understanding of the nature and basis of politics and government and the role of politics in human society. Emphasizes the structures, functions, operations, inputs, constraints and outputs of the political system.
Satisfies Social Science core. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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PSCI 210 - Introduction to American Government 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Covers the background and characteristics of the American Constitution, the federal system, political behavior, political parties, the presidency and the national administration, and the operations of the legislative and judicial branches of the national government.
Satisfies Social Science core. Course generally offered 1st semester.
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PSCI 250 - Introduction to Political Theory 3 credits (3 hrs Lec)
Critical exposition and analysis of the major concepts of political philosophy and political theory. Emphasis is placed on human nature and politics, the nature and role of the state in society, the forms of government, the nature of political obligation and authority, the role of freedom and equality in the state, the interaction of religion and politics, justice and power int he state, and visions of the good life and the good society. (2nd)
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PSCI 260 - Introduction to State and Local Government 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Examines the federal system, its relationships, and the operation of the state and local government units in the United States.
Prerequisite(s): PSCI 210 or Consent of Instructor. Satisfies Social Science core. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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PSCI 341 - Political Parties and Elections 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Deals with the structure and function of political parties at the local, state and national levels with an analysis of the formation, functions and activities of interest groups in the United States.
Prerequisite(s): PSCI 101 or Consent of Instructor. Course offered every other fall semester.
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PSCI 438 - International Relations 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
A study of factors that influence the relationships between states. Emphasizes theories of international relations with respect to the following components of national interest: the concept of power; capability analysis; the balance of power and the balance of terror; collective security and collective defense; nationalism and imperialism; political ideologies; contributions for political philosophy and the behavioral sciences.
Prerequisite(s): PSCI 101 and PSCI 210 or Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered 1st semester.
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PSCI 465 - Public Administration & Policy 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Covers the role of administrative agencies in the formulation and implementation of public policy. Topics include the structure, function and organization of bureaucratic bodies, dynamics of administration, budgeting, federal-state administrative relations, the relation of administrative agencies to interest groups and political parties and the administrative structure as a reflection of the culture and the political regime. Emphasizes the politics of administration.
Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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PSYX 100 - Introduction to Psychology 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
An introductory survey of the scientific study of behavior. This course presents the theory, applications and research findings of modern academic psychology. Both human and non-human species are covered.
Satisfies Social Science core. Course generally offered both semesters.
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PSYX 100H - Honors Introduction to Psycology 4 credits (Hrs: 4 Lec.)
This course (and recitation) will add readings, discussion, and student presentation of current peer-reviewed psychology research, methodology, and analysis. In order to attain honors credit, students will also construct a novel research proposal in the field of cognitive, social, or evolutionary psychology.
Corequisite(s): PSYX 100 H Recitation.
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PSYX 120 - Research Methods I 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec)
This course examines the experimental and quantitative methods employed in the scientific study of behavior. it is an introduction to the design and analysis of psychological research. Topics include the logic and philosophy of psychological research, conceptualizing research questions, hypothesis testing, data collection, and analysis strategies used by researchers in psychology. It is also an introduction to using statistical data analysis.
Prerequisite(s): PSYX 100
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PSYX 230 - Developmental Psychology 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
An overview of the research findings on development throughout the life-span, with emphasis on application.
Prerequisite(s): PSYX 100 or its equivalent or Consent of Instructor. Satisfies Social Science core. Course generally offered 1st semester.
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PSYX 230G - Honors Developmental Psychology 4 credits (Hrs: 4 Lec.)
This course (and recitation) will add readings, discussion, and student presentation of current peer-reviewed psychology research, methodology, and analysis. In order to attain honors credit, students will also construct a novel research proposal in the field of developmental psychology, the family, or life-span development.
Corequisite(s): PSYX 230 H Recitation.
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PSYX 240 - Fundamentals of Abnormal Psychology 3 credits (Hrs. 3 Lec)
Explore the dynamics of mental illness, assessment and diagnostic criteria, and treatment, and gain a conceptualization of the sociological, and biological understanding of mental illness.
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PSYX 272 - Educational Psychology 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
The psychological foundation of educational theory and practice dealing with learning and human abilities are covered.
Prerequisite(s): PSYX 100 . Freshman require Consent of Instructor. Satisfies Social Science core. Course offered on demand.
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PSYX 305 - Evolutionary Psychology 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This course will sample the broad diversity of animal behavior and the behavioral adaptations of animals to the environments in which they live. This will include discussion of both field observations and controlled laboratory experiments. Particular emphasis will be placed on the comparison of behavior within an evolutionary framework.
Prerequisite(s): PSYX 100 or BIOB 100 or or consent of the instructor. Satisfies Social Science core. Course offered on demand.
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PSYX 340 - Abnormal Psychology 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Description and classification of abnormal orientations, with emphasis on their psychological dynamics.
Prerequisite(s): PSYX 100 . Satisfies Social Science core. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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PSYX 360W - Social Psychology 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
A study of the relationship of the individual to society, including attitudes, motivations, process of interaction, group processes and conflicts.
Satisfies Social Science core. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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PSYX 361 - Industrial & Organizational Psychology 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
The application of psychological principles to problems and situations found in modern business and industry. Attention is given to research of employer-employee relations, plant management and productivity.
Prerequisite(s): PSYX 100 Junior Standing or Consent of Instructor. Satisfies Social Science core. Course offered on demand.
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PTC 330 - Introduction to Game Design 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This course covers basic game design concepts and givesstudents an opportunity to play and design their own games in live space, as paper prototypes, and in the computer. It also covers genre and cultural significance of games, game mechanics, and the role of narrative and play.
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PTC 361W - Research Methods 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec)
To guide our learning of research methods, we take as our starting point the question posed by technical communication scholar Carolyn Rude (2009): “How do texts (print, digital, multimedia, visual, verbal) and related communication practices mediate knowledge, values, and action in a variety of social and professional contexts?”
As a junior in Technical Communication, you will bring your own set of goals and research agenda to this course. Whether you already have an intended senior thesis/project or are without a research agenda at this point, this course will help you frame and test your research question(s).
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PTC 412W - Environmental Communication 3 credits
Our focus is on understanding both the context of and the practical uses for environmental communication. The issues covered in the course include:
- Conceptual and historical contexts
- Media and the environment
- Environmental movements, organizations, and campaigns
- Environmental controversies
- Environmental dangers, risk communication, and the public
In addition to environmental communication, we will also gain an overview of related environmental fields-including philosophy, science, history, and politics.
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PTC 1946 - PTC Freshman Seminar 1 credit
Required introduction to the Professional and Technical Communication program. (1st) This course introduces students to PTC faculty and their diverse expertise, educational options and opportunities available at Tech, pre-professional club activities, effective learning skills, and the PTC curriculum. By semester’s end, students will know their advisor, formulate a curriculum plan, and be aware of the many opportunities available to them at Tech. (2nd) Introduces students to technical communication professionals, career planning, effective employment skills, and career opportunities. By semester’s end, students will know professionals in their fi eld, understand how to obtain an internship, formulate a career plan, and be aware of how a Tech education prepares them for rewarding employment.
(Both semesters are required of all PTC majors). Course generally offered both semesters.
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PTC 2446 - Professional Communications Consulting 1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lec.)
This 1-credit course presents the issues associated with establishing and running a successful communication consulting business. Topics covered include establishing a small business, legal issues, attracting business, bidding and contracting, keeping the books, and special topics related to professional communications consulting.
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PTC 2506 - Webpage Design 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Provides students with the fundamentals of contemporary WebPage Design. Covers the principles of graphic design, layout, and electronic document production. Reviews current web development technologies. Required lab provides hands-on production skills using current-generation hardware and software.
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PTC 2766 - Introduction To Education 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Studies theories of learning, models of instruction, and principles of teaching effectiveness. Designed for future educators, course content is also appropriate for parents, tutors, and youth-group volunteers. Includes K - 12 classroom observation.
Course offered on demand.
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PTC 2886 - Digital Imaging 3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 3 Lab)
This course focuses on communicating effectively with digital images. Students from all disciplines will learn to create and manipulate digital images for use in a variety of media using technologiesstandard within the communications industry.
Prerequisite(s): Current computer skills. Satisfies Communication core.
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PTC 3156 - Digital Video Production 3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 3 Lab)
Introduces the fundamental principles and practices of digital video production. Skills are acquired through the study and application of theory and project-based experience. Course emphasizesscriptwriting, videography, editing, and delivery.
Prerequisite(s): Sophomore standing or Consent of Instructor. Satisfies Communication core. Course generally offered 1st semester.
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PTC 3406W - New Media I 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Provides a survey of new media theory, applications, practices, and design principles. Students explore current communication technologies and trends.
Prerequisite(s): PTC 2506 , PTC 2886 and Junior standing or consent of instructor, or sophomore standing in Computer Science or Software Engineering. Satisfies upper division Writing core. Course generally offered 1st semester.
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PTC 3616W - Introduction To African Studies 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This course will provide students with basic scholarly tools and information concerning Africa in order that they can better understand and analyze past and current African affairs. The course is designed to bolster the student’s main area of expertise by allowing supervised exploration of areas of individual interest and concern. The course will stimulate student interest in Africa and act as a catalyst for further African study.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor. Satisfies upper division Writing core. Course offered on demand.
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PTC 4406W - New Media II 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Emphasizes the effective use of new media forms. Students will apply knowledge gained in PTC 3406 while exploring the use of a variety of new media production tools. Students learn professional-level design skills using at least one major production technology.
Prerequisite(s): PTC 3156 & and Senior standing or Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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REC 168 - Wilderness Preparation Skills 1 credit
The course will focus on lifetime outdoor skills and applications necessary to prepare for activities in a wilderness environment. It will include CPR / AED American Red Cross certification; Wilderness and Remote First Aid American Red Cross certification; overland navigation skills; preparedness for field movement to include personal clothing, field gear, weather and terrain issues, communications and safety in the field. Lab events will include American Red Cross certifications, map reading with a land navigation practical exercise, shelter building, fire craft, and culminating with a terminal exercise in a wilderness setting.
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REC 255 - Rock Climbing I 2 credits
The course will focus on basic climbing skills and equipment necessary for climbing activities indoors and outdoors. It will include basic knots, commands, belay, rappel, necessary gear, weather and terrain issues, communications and safety in the field.
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SET 110 - Introduction To Electricity 3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 2 Lab)
This course is an introduction to basic direct current (DC) and alternating current (AC) theory, properties, components and the proper use of related testing equipment. Basic circuits, electrical components and their applications, capacitive and inductive circuits will also be covered.
Corequisite(s): M 095 .
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SET 120 - Introduction To Programmable Logic Controllers 3 credits (Hrs: 1 Lec., 4 Lab)
This course focuses on basic, essential features of Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) which are used fro the control and operation of industrial automated equipment and machinery. Various types of PLCs and their uses in industrial environments including basic concepts, programming, applications, troubleshooting of ladder logic, and interfacing of equipment will also be covered.
Prerequisite(s): M 095 , SET 110 .
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SET 130 - Advanced Electrical Applications 4 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 4 Lab)
This course is a continuation of SET 110 . Students will explore the topics such as the link between generators, converters and inverters. Learn methods of, and explain power collection and the distribution of high voltage via overhead and underground transmission lines and sub-stations. Learn proper methods of inspecting electrical control system components. Describe low voltage power distribution and transformers. Students will also learn proper methods of documentation and utilize manufacture documentation and software, schematics and wiring diagrams, flow charts.
Prerequisite(s): M 095 , SET 110 ; Corequisite(s): M 121 .
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SET 140 - Motors, Generators, & Transmissions 3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 2 Lab)
This introductory course will familiarize students with the terminology and basic principles of D/C and A/C motors and generators and associated controls. Students will also be introduced to typical transmission systems that may be used.
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SOCI 101 - Introduction to Sociology 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
An introduction to sociology, covering its basic concepts, theories and methods.
Satisfies Social Science core. Course generally offered both semesters.
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SOCI 201 - Social Problems 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
A survey of selected social problems in contemporary society. The course involves the orderly study of these problems in terms of definitions, statistics, theories, related variables, treatment and prevention.
Satisfies Social Science core. Course generally offered 1st semester.
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SOCI 235 - Aging and Society 3 credits (3 hrs Lec)
An introduction to the study of aging in humans and how our society embraces or discards the concept of aging. This topic will be explored through aging in America, stereotypes, developmental theories, health and well-being, mental health, community, intimacy and sexuality, work and leisure, finances, living environments, the oldest-old, women and ethnic groups, death and dying, and politics. A community project will be conducted utilizing sociological concepts and methods.
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SOCI 332 - Sociology of the Family 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Examines the family as an organization which functions as a unit in society. Various interrelationships of the family and society are examined according to their influences on behavior patterns.
Prerequisite(s): SOCI 101 or Consent of Instructor. Satisfies Social Science core. Course offered on demand.
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SPNS 101 - Elementary Spanish I 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Introduces students to the basic elements of the Spanish language. Oral and written skills are developed through the study of vocabulary, grammar and idioms. Pronunciation, comprehension and writing are emphasized.
Satisfies Humanities & Fine Arts core. Course generally offered 1st semester.
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SPNS 102 - Elementary Spanish II 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
A continuation of SPNS 101 . More basic grammar is introduced, enabling students to speak and write Spanish in a range of everyday situations.
Prerequisite(s): SPNS 101 . Satisfies Humanities & Fine Arts core. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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SRVY 230 - Introduction to Surveying for Engineers 3 credits
This course will provide an introduction to the methods and tools used in modern surveying. Weekly laboratory exercises will employ the lessons taught during lecture. Course topics will include a review of surveying mathematics, differential leveling, distance measurement using steel tapes and electronic distance measurement (EDM), angular measurement, traverse reduction, topographic mapping, and Global Navigation Satellite System (GNSS). Students will receive hands-on experience with steel engineer’s tapes, automatic levels, level rods, total stations, and GPS receivers.
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SRVY 247 - Survey-Grade GPS Control Analysis 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This course is designed to teach you how GPS can be used as a tool for practical engineering design. You will use GPS measurements to establish project control, collect mapping data, and stakeout design features. You will also learn geodesy basics and its effect on terrestrial measurements. Course topics will include astronomy, equipment calibration, datums, geographic and plane coordinate systems, online geodetic resources, industry-standard equipment and software, and differential GPS data collection methods including static networks and real-time kinematic.
Prerequisite(s): SRVY 230 Introduction to Surveying for Engineers Technical
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SRVY 255 - Surveying Calculations 3 credits (Hrs. 3 Lec)
An in-depth study of advanced calculations used in the surveying profession: coordinate geometry; scale, rotation, and translation of coordinates; parcel adjustments; and preparation for the Fundamentals of Land Surveying exam.
Prerequisite(s): SRVY 230 , SRVY 273 , SRVY 247
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SRVY 262 - Public Land Survey System 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This class introduces students to the history, and principles of the public land survey system, legal descriptions, easements, and conveyances. Students will learn the fundamentals of legal boundary location and the identification of property corners and their monumentation. Students will be working both in the classroom and numerous locations around the county.
Prerequisite(s): MIN 210 ; Corequisite(s): DDSN 245 .
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SRVY 265 - Surveying Laws and Land Division 3 credits (Hrs. 3 Lec)
A study of selected state laws and regulations that pertain to the surveying profession; laws that affect the surveying and division of lands in Montana; layout and design of subdivisions.
Prerequisite(s): DDSN 245 , SRVY 262
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SRVY 273 - Route Surveying 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This course will provide students with the knowledge and practical skills to conduct construction surveying for all phases of site construction. They will conduction surveys for buildings, water mains, sewer mains, storm water and road design, layout, and construction control.
Prerequisite(s): Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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SRVY 440 - GPS Surveying 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec/Lab)
Application of high resolution GPS for surveying. Theory and application of static GPS methods for baseline determination and real-time kinematics methods for rapid determination of position will be presented.
Course offered on demand.
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STAT 131 - Introduction to Biostatistics 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Terminology and principles of biostatistics and epidemiology. Statistical measures of center and dispersion, bivariate relationships, measures of risk, statistical inference for proportions, 2x2 contingency table analysis, methods for critically reviewing biomedical and epidemiological research.
Prerequisite(s): M 095 or equivalent. Satisfies Math core. Course generally offered both semesters.
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STAT 216 - Introduction to Statistics 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Studies of basic probability, probability distributions, statistical measures of center and dispersion, bivariate relationships, sampling procedures, point and interval estimation, and hypothesis testing.
Prerequisite(s): M 095 or equivalent. Satisfies Math core. Course generally offered year round.
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STAT 332 - Statistics for Scientists and Engineers 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Studies probability, random variables, univariate discrete and continuous probability models, expected values, sampling distributions, data collection, point and interval estimation, and hypothesis testing.
Prerequisite(s): M 172 . Course generally offered both semesters.
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STAT 421 - Probability Theory 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Studies probability, random variables, expected values, discrete and continuous probability distributions, multivariate probability distributions, generating functions, sums of independent random variables, and the Central Limit Theorem.
Prerequisite(s): STAT 332 or Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered 1st semester every other year oposite the year STAT 441 is offered.
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STAT 422 - Mathematical Statistics 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Studies the theory behind point estimation, tests of hypotheses, confi dence intervals, and decision theory. Topics discussed include statistics, order statistics, method of moment estimation, maximum likelihood estimation, decision theoretic estimation, Neyman-Pearson testing, likelihood ratio testing, and confi dence interval procedures.
Prerequisite(s): STAT 421 . Course generally offered 2nd semester every other year oposite the year STAT 432 is offered.
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STAT 432 - Regression and Model Building 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Studies concepts and applications of the analysis of properly collected data. Methods for fitting simple linear and multiple regression models, regression diagnostics, model building techniques, and logistic regression are discussed.
Prerequisite(s): STAT 131 or STAT 216 or STAT 332 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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STAT 435 - Statistical Computing & Exploratory Data Analysis 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Techniques available to the statistician for efficient use of the computer to perform data management and exploratory statistical analyses. Programming statistical software for the import and export of data, variable sorting, creation of new variables, descriptive statistics and displaying data efficiently are discussed. Special modern statistical topics including bootstrapping and nonparametric modeling are discussed.
Prerequisite(s): STAT 131 , STAT 216 , STAT 332 , or a first course in statistics. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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STAT 441 - Experimental Design 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Studies concepts and applications of the collection of data and proper design of experiments. Aspects of design, sampling principles, exploratory data analysis, confi dence intervals and hypothesis testing and basic experimental designs will be taught. The importance of randomization, replication, and methods for reducing experimental error will be emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): STAT 131 or STAT 216 or STAT 332 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
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STAT 453 - Statistical Learning & Data Science I 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This course introduces you to statistical learning, model accuracy, simple and multiple linear regression, classification, logistic regression, discriminant analysis, Bayes’ Theorem for classification, and resampling methods, such as crossvalidation and the bootstrap. In this course, you are also introduced to the popular statistical software package R which can be downloaded off the web free of charge.
Pre-requisite: STAT 332 and STAT 432
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STAT 454 - Statistical Learning & Data Science II 3 credits (Lec: 3 hrs.)
This course is designed to be a rigorous introduction to concepts in statistical learning, focusing on both supervised and unsupervised learning. Topics include linear modeling, non-linear modeling, principle component analysis, clustering methods, and using the statistical package R.
Pre-requisite: STAT 453
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