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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 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 442 - Politics Of Technical Decision 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Politics and technology interact in unique ways. The focus is on understanding both the context of and the conflicts engendered by technical decisions. As an active-learning course, students will learn research, writing, and presentation skills by developing and presenting a case study.
Prerequisite(s): STS 2016 . Satisfies Social Science core. 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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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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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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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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STAT 456 - Bayesian Statistical Inference 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This course introduces the student to subjective probability, Law of Total Probability, Bayes Theorem, prior and posterior distributions, conjugate priors, non-informative priors, Bayesian estimation, credible intervals, Bayesian hypothesis testing, prediction, Gibbs sampling, hierarchical Bayesian analysis, and computer implemented data analysis.
Pre-requisite: STAT 332
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STAT 499W - Capstone: Data Science Project 1-4 credits
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T.C. 5016 - Professional Presentations 1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lec.)
Core course designed to prepare students for designing and delivering formal presentations in professional settings. Students will learn the basics of the visual aspects of oral presentations, including the use of PowerPoint and graphics, and they will practice giving oral presentations.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate Standing in an on-campus program. Course generally offered 1st semester.
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T.C. 5056 - Technical Writing & Editing 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Advanced (core) course in writing and editing for publication in professional, scientific and technical journals and/or participation in major industry-projects. Students will edit work of peers and others and prepare their own technical or scientific pieces in a form suitable for publication. Emphasizes discipline specific style guides and editorial policies. Undergraduate requirements continue as they presently exist ( ). Requirements for graduate students will be more intense than requirements for undergraduates.
Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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T.C. 5106 - Gender & the Rhetoric of Science & Technology 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
In this course, gender will be viewed as a social construct. Students will examine how cultural gender roles are affected by science and technology. The course focuses on the influence of gender roles on scientific and technological thinking (e.g., communication strategies, language, image). Students will explore the values and goals of past and present scientific and technological communities in terms of the issues related to gender roles in these communities as they are reflected in the profession of technical communication.
Course offered on demand.
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T.C. 5150 - Graduate Writing Seminar 1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lec.)
This course or T.C. 5160 is required of all Science & Engineering graduate students in both the thesis and the non-thesis options; this course complements but does not cover bibliography. Course emphasis is on thorough review of basic writing mechanics, on organization of thinking, on these and report format, and on oral presentations to committees and seminars. Students are encouraged to enroll in this coursessooner rather than later in their graduate studies. Grading is by Pass/Fail only.
Prerequisite(s): GRE Writing score of 4.0 or greater, or WRIT 321W or 322W with grade of B or better. Course generally offered 1st semester.
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T.C. 5160 - Graduate Writing Seminar 1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lec.)
This course or T.C. 5150 is required of all Science & Engineering graduate students in both the thesis and the non-thesis options. This one-credit course will provide a practical guide for improving all technical writing, with a special emphasis on preparing documents for publication in peer-reviewed journals. This course is taught over a single weekend and includes in-class lecture-discussion followed by out-of-class writing assignments due within one month of the completion of the lecture portion of the course. Final grades will be based on class attendance, class participation, and the writing assignments. Grading is by Pass/Fail only.
Prerequisite(s): GRE Writing score of 4.0 or greater, or WRIT 321W or 322W with grade of B or better. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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T.C. 5206 - Communicating Environmental & Health Risk 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Both corporations and the government find it necessary to manage environmental and human health risk. Developing risk communication is a blend of communication and technical strategies that incorporate an understanding of public perception and an appreciation for public influence. Problems such as global climate change or toxic chemicals in the environment, as well as radon in the home and workplace, underscore the importance of environmental and human health risk communication. Students will learn to consult with technical experts and the public, promote public awareness, create documents and other mediums of communication, and develop emergency and crisis response plans.
Prerequisite(s): WRIT 322W or WRIT 321W .
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T.C. 5376 - Ethics Proseminar 1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lec.)
Ethics is fundamental to precise, accurate, and clear technical communication. This course examines various ethical dimensions of technical communication including client-professional relations, audience definition, research, gender, medium choice, and social construction. Practical assignments will utilize projects and other elements of the MSTC curriculum as examples for moral reflection.
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T.C. 5416W - Rhetorical Theories & Professional Communication 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Students examine the rhetorical theories of communication that have existed since classical times and those that have been developed in modern times, as these theories continue to inform effective decision-making strategies in professional communication. This course prepares students to view professional communication broadly as a culturally situated form of social action and production. Students integrate the discipline of rhetoric with the contemporary practice and academic field of professional communication, as they analyze contemporary issues, debates, and achievements in rhetorical theories relating to current professional communication practices.
Prerequisite(s): Prerequisite Junior standing for undergraduates; graduate standing or permission of instructor for MSTC students. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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T.C. 5426 - Seminar In Technology, Communications & Culture 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
From the cuneiform tablets of the Assyrians to our own multi-media hypertext, the technology of communications has redefined the human experience. As Martin Luther realized, technologies possess their own cultural politics. In this seminar, we shall research and discuss technologies and communications as ontogenetic processes.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to MSTC graduate program. Course generally offered 1st semester.
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T.C. 5476 - Print Production/Multimedia Productions 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This two-semester core course enablesstudents to become practitioners of the technologies associated with electronic publishing. The course will provide students with a strong grounding in both conventional desktop publishing and audio/video production, and it will devote special attention to emerging publishing technologies, such as computer to plate printing, digital audio/video production, and publishing for on-line and other screen-based documents. Students will attain mastery of at least one major aspect of electronic publication technology each term; they will learn how to select appropriate publishing technologies for specific needs; and they will develop professional-level design skills.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing, instructor consent, or .
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T.C. 5486 - Print Production/Multimedia Productions 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This two-semester core course enablesstudents to become practitioners of the technologies associated with electronic publishing. The course will provide students with a strong grounding in both conventional desktop publishing and audio/video production, and it will devote special attention to emerging publishing technologies, such as computer to plate printing, digital audio/video production, and publishing for on-line and other screen-based documents. Students will attain mastery of at least one major aspect of electronic publication technology each term; they will learn how to select appropriate publishing technologies for specific needs; and they will develop professional-level design skills.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing, instructor consent, or .
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T.C. 5506 - Intercultural Communication 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This core course prepares students for global communication, as it focuses on communication principles and processes in cross-cultural environments. Norms are explicated through contrasts between Western and non-Western modes of communication.
Course generally offered 1st semester.
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T.C. 5616 - Research Methods 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Emphasis on the philosophy and practice of qualitative and quantitative inquiry, the development and use of descriptive frameworks, and the gathering and testing of data.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing or instructor consent. Course generally offered 1st semester.
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T.C. 5916 - Internship 1 - 6 credits (Variable)
Internship in a business, organization, or agency for 12-15 hours (weekly) of focused communication responsibilities. Weekly conference to discuss workrelated journal with supervising instructor and/or other interns.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing.
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T.C. 5946 - Graduate Seminar 1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lec.)
Designed for new students in the Master’s program in Technical Communication, this course will examine the gamut of opportunities available to technical communicators. The course will be coordinated by one faculty member. Participation of other faculty and of community professionals is anticipated, as is discussion and critique of student research.
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T.C. 5956 - Special Topics 1 - 3 credit (Variable) (Hrs: Vary.)
Offerings based on the needs of several students as determined by the faculty steering committee. Course topics include, but are not limited to Organizational Communication, Project Information Management, Technical Communication and the Public, and Usability Testing.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing or instructor consent. Course offered on demand.
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T.C. 5996 - Thesis/Graduate Project 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Course will be individualized to student need to complete a written or multimedia project as a capstone. Student Advisory Committee will assist and guide the process. Prerequisite: Graduate standing and Advisory Committee approval.
Need a total of 6 credits and have to do 3 credits at time. Course generally offered year round.
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T.C. 6970 - Special Problems 1 credit (Variable)
Individual problems suitable for graduate study are assigned. Students submit written and oral reports for each problem.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered both semesters.
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T.C. 6990 - Dissertation 1 credit (Variable)
Doctoral dissertation research activities.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered both semesters.
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WLDG 105 - Shop Safety 1 credit
Safe work practices are paramount in all aspects of industrial work. Students will receive training in each piece of equipment using manufacturers’ safety recommendations. Students will learn to identify and follow safe work practices as well as inspections of power equipment (pOitable and stationary), hand tools, and also demonstrate the safe and proper use of each tool.
Prerequisite(s): Enrolled in Highlands College Welding Program
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WLDG 112 - Cutting Process 1 credit
This course will examine the different cutting processes llsed in today’s welding industry. The cutting processes examined in this course are Oxy Fuel, Plasma Arc. and Carbon Arc cutting. Hands on training will be administered throughout tbis course to ensure that proper technique and safety measures are met with all above mentioned cutting processes.
Prerequisite(s): Enrolled in Highlands College Welding Program
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WLDG 155 - Design and Fabrication 3 credits
This course incorporates al.1 skills learned during the fall semester courses. Students will learn proper identification, care, and use of hand tools used in metal fabrication. Students will be assigned in-shop and live work projects to refine their fabrication and welding skills.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of all first semester credits.
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WLDG 170 - Welding I (NCCER Level I) 13 credits
Corequisite(s): WLDG 155
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WLDG 192 - Independent Study 1 - 6 credits (Variable)
Combines academic work with an approved work experience related to the Metals Fabrication Technology degree program. Students should consult with their faculty advisor and/or departmental Internship Coordinator to determine the availability of appropriate work experiences and the specific academic requirements for receiving credit.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of one semester of course work and Consent of Instructor. May be repeated once for credit. Course offered on demand.
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WLDG 270 - Welding II (NCCER Level II) 13 credits
Pre-requisite: WLDG 170, Co-requisite WLDG 291
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WLDG 291 - Special Topics 3 credits
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WRIT 100 - Composing Mindfully: Writing Fundamentals 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec)
Course provides instruction and practice in basic writing skills; emphasizes paragraph development and organization; reviews sentence structure, word choice, and usage; and introduces students to audience awareness, documenting sources, and common forms of workplace writing. Assignments include short pieces, journals, and essays. Mastery of the basics of grammar and mechanics is assumed. Prepares students for College Writing WRIT 101 and Introduction to Technical Writing WRIT121. Incoming students not meeting the minimum passing score on placement test are required to enroll in and successfully complete WRIT 100 prior to enrolling in WRIT 101 or WRIT 121.
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WRIT 101 - College Writing I 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Introduces students to forms and processes of written communication appropriate to college-level audiences. Coverage includes, at a minimum, expository prose, formal research writing, grammar, usage, and style.
Prerequisite(s): Passing score on placement test, WRIT 100, or consent of Director of Writing. Satisfies Communication core. Course generally offered both semesters.
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WRIT 101H - College Writing I Honors 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Introduces students to forms and processes of written communication appropriate to college-level audiences. Coverage includes, at a minimum, expository prose, formal research writing, grammar, usage, and style.
Prerequisite(s): Passing score on placement test or consent of Director of Writing and consent of Instructor. Course generally offered both semesters.
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WRIT 121 - Introduction To Technical Writing 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Introduces students to written technical communication. Coverage includes electronic communication, memo writing, report writing, formal research writing, document design (including the design of graphical elements), grammar, usage, and style. Course assumes working knowledge of Microsoft Word.
Prerequisite(s): Passing score on placement test, WRIT 100, or consent of the Director of Writing. Satisfies the Communication Core Primarily offered during Fall Semester.
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WRIT 122 - Introduction to Business Writing 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Class integrates major business English skills with traditional business communication concepts. Students will write letters and reports. Major emphasis is placed on writing clear, forceful, and persuasive documents. Technical aspects such as format, style, and organization will be stressed.
Prerequisite(s): Passing score on placement test, WRIT 100, or consent of Director of Writing. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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WRIT 201 - College Writing II 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Enables students to further develop their expository writing skills, with particular emphasis on editing, writing for various disciplines, and research using both traditional and electronic sources.
Prerequisite(s): WRIT 101 or WRIT 121 Satisfies Communication core. Course generally offered both semesters.
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WRIT 321W - Advanced Technical Writing 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Emphasizes effective, clear and accurate scientific and technical communication. Focuses on writing theory and on the process approach to writing. Rewriting is stressed. Written work integrated with major fields.
Prerequisite(s): WRIT 101 or WRIT 121 (or equivalent) AND Junior Standing (Formally PTC 3216W.). Satisfies Communication and upper division Writing cores. Course primarily offered Spring Semester.
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WRIT 322W - Advanced Business Writing 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Provides strategies for effective communication used in business, engineering and other professions, such as correspondence, interagency communication, reports and proposals. Emphasizes audience-oriented, clear, concise writing; techniques of research; formats; and electronic communication (sometimes offered electronically)
Prerequisite(s): WRIT 101 or WRIT 121 (or equivalent) AND Junior Standing Satisfies Communication and upper division Writing cores. Course generally offered both semesters.
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WRIT 325W - Writing in the Sciences 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Emphasizes research strategies, including electronic searching and retrieval, to write, format, and polish action-oriented, ethical documents focusing on the profession that student is preparing to enter. Collaborative writing and incorporation of computerized capabilities for documents are course expectations.
Prerequisite(s): WRIT 101 or WRIT 121 (or equivalent) AND Junior Standing Satisfies Communication and upper division Writing cores. Course generally offered 1st semester.
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WRIT 326W - Advanced Writing 3 credits
Develops students’ written professional communication, with an emphasis on content relating to nursing. Coverage includes electronic communication, memo writing, report writing, formal research writing, document design (including the design of graphical elements), grammar, usage, and style. Course assumes working knowledge of Microsoft Word. It is organized around a case-study approach, and the final research project is the research and creation of a professional white paper.
Prerequisite(s): WRIT 101 or WRIT 121 ; Must also be a pre-nursing student.
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WRIT 350W - Technical Editing 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Participating actively, students learn strategies and practice skills in editing their own writing and the writing of peers and professionals. Learning, using, and developing style guidelines, as well as practicing organizational strategies, provide students the tools to add value to their written products.
Prerequisite(s): WRIT 321W , WRIT 322W , or WRIT 325W Satisfies Communication and upper division Writing cores. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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