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ENGR 5940 - Engineering Seminar 1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lec.)
Graduate students present talks dealing with their research investigations or other selected engineering topics.
Course generally offered both semesters.
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ENGR 5970 - Engineering Problems (Variable)
An individual laboratory, library or design problem requiring a detailed report on the student’s work.
Course offered on demand.
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ENGR 5990 - Thesis Research (Variable)
An original problem is selected by the student, with the approval of the department, and is pursued until the results permit the writing and submission of a thesis.
Course generally offered year round.
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ENST 476 - Environmental Citizenship 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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ENVE 5020 - Surface Water Hydrology 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Introduces components of the hydrologic cycle and their interactions including weather systems, precipitation, evaporation, transpiration, infiltration and runoff. Methods for stream flow measurement, hydrograph development, flood routing for channels and reservoirs and stochastic hydrology are covered.
Prerequisite(s): EGEN 335 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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ENVE 5030 - Water Quality Engineering II 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
The physical and chemical parameters associated with waters in the hydrologic cycle are quantitatively examined. Major industrial, municipal, and agricultural sources of waste water are considered: water renovation and treatment techniques are studied.
Prerequisite(s): EENV 443 , EGEN 335 or Graduate standing. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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ENVE 5070 - Biological Wastewater Treatment 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Wastewater treatment by microbes is covered. Kinetics and stoichiometry for both suspended and biofilm systems are examined.
Prerequisite(s): EENV 403 .
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ENVE 5080 - Physical & Chemical Methods of Water Treatment 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This course covers physical and chemical methods for treating water from a scientific perspective. Topics include coagulation and flocculation, granular media filtration, and activated carbon absorption.
Prerequisite(s): EENV 403 .
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ENVE 5190 - Air Pollution Engineering II 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Applies current technology to solving gaseous air pollution problems. Equipment discussions include design, installation and operation of incinerators, adsorption systems, NOx control systems, packed towers, SOx control systems and ventilation systems.
Prerequisite(s): EENV 443 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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ENVE 5290 - Hazardous Waste Engineering 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Examines the engineering principles of hazardous wastes including generation, handling, collection, transport, processing, recovery, and disposal. The design of RCRA & other governmental agency approved facilities will be covered.
Prerequisite(s): CHMY 210 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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ENVE 5300 - Subsurface Remediation 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
A design-oriented course analyzing subsurface contaminant fate and transport, and applying in situ remediation technologies including soil vapor extraction, steam injection, air sparging and Bioremediation.
Prerequisite(s): CHMY 210 ; GEOE 420 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
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ENVE 5400 - Pollution Prevention 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
The course familiarizes the student with local, national, and world-wide pollution prevention strategies. Preferred approaches are examined such as source reduction, recycling, and treatment. Students also will be introduced to environmental managerial systems.
Prerequisite(s): EENV 402 , EENV 443 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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ENVE 5500 - Landfill & Impoundment Design 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Planning and design of impoundments and municipal landfills. Planning includes site selection and waste characterization. An understanding of site soil materials is essential. Grade design must consider waste depositing, equipment performance, and leachate collection. Alternatives for lining and capping are presented.
Prerequisite(s): EENV 402 or Graduate Standing or Instructor’s permission. Course offered on demand.
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ENVE 5610 - Advanced Water Quality 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Surface water quality topics including pathogens, dissolved oxygen, nutrients, toxic substances, and temperature are covered. Various pollution sources are discussed, potential impacts modeled, and control measures evaluated. Various water quality models are studied.
Prerequisite(s): EENV 404 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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ENVE 5620 - Advanced Industrial Pollution Control 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Emphasizes the engineering approach to the solution of pollution treatment problems encountered by the minerals industry. Thermodynamics, kinetics, and reactor design are used to develop equipment design criteria and to give an in-depth understanding of pollution control.
Prerequisite(s): EENV 403 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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ENVE 5630 - Advanced Air Diffusion Modeling 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Provides a working knowledge of the air diffusion modeling programs used by the E.P.A. in granting permits for the construction of new plants and the expansion of existing ones. Both the theoretical and the practical aspects are considered in order to evaluate the results obtained from a modeling study.
Prerequisite(s): EENV 313 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
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ENVE 5640 - Toxic Emissions & Pollution Prevention Engineering 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Studies toxic emissions from industrial and non-industrial sources. Discusses measurement and control technologies for toxins. Reviews basic pollution prevention techniques that are effective for industrial applications and evaluates the cost of specific pollution prevention techniques for selected industries.
Prerequisite(s): EENV 443 or graduate standing. Course generally offered 1st semester.
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ENVE 5650 - Combustion of Hazardous & Hospital Wastes 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Reviews combustion techniques that are applicable to hazardous and hospital wastes. Waste characterization, design of combustion devices, design of control system devices, and emission characterization are emphasized. Health risk associated with incinerator emissions will also be discussed.
Prerequisite(s): EENV 444 or graduate standing. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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ENVE 5940 - Graduate Seminar 1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lec.)
Students prepare written and oral reports covering assigned aspects of Environmental Engineering projects or thesis work.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing. Course generally offered both semesters.
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ENVE 5970 - Special Problems (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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ENVE 5990 - Thesis Research (Variable)
Students pursue research on an advisor approved topic. Credit is awarded upon satisfactory completion of a thesis.
Course generally offered year round.
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ENVE 6970 - Special Problems (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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ENVE 6990 - Dissertation (Variable)
Doctoral dissertation research activities.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered both semesters.
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ESOF 194 - Freshman Seminar 1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lec.)
Required introduction to the Computer Science and Software Engineering programs. Students will discuss what it means to be a professional in the fields of computer science and software engineering, meet professionals in these fields, and hear about the wide range of employment opportunities. Throughout the course students will meet the faculty of the Computer Science Department and learn of their diverse expertise. By the end of the course, each student will have developed a resume and a career plan and will have learned how a Tech education prepares them for rewarding employment. (1st)
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ESOF 322 - Software Engineering 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Studies the process of engineering software applications and systems. Topics include process models, metrics, requirements engineering, design, testing, quality assurance, configuration management and software inspections. Students gain experience in these areas by working on a software project.
Prerequisite(s): CSCI 232 and Junior Standing. Course generally offered 1st semester.
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ESOF 326 - Software Maintenance 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Continues to study the process of developing software applications and systems. Software requirements, design and testing are addressed. Students gain experience in these areas by working on software maintenance projects that involve significant changes to a previously developed product and further development on a previously started project.
Prerequisite(s): ESOF 322 and (CSCI 340 or BMIS 375 ) Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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ESOF 328 - Requirements & Specifications 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Concentrates on the development of requirements for software applications and systems. Topics include elicitation, analysis, documentation, and modeling software requirements. A formal specification language is one of the techniques used for modeling requirements.
Corequisite(s): ESOF 326 and CSCI 332 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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ESOF 411 - Software Verification and Validation 3 credits
Using industry standards, a text and other materials, this course will focus on understanding software verification and validation (V&V) concepts, processes, techniques and tools. In addition students will practice several V&V techniques in class exercises and lab assignments.
Prerequisite(s): ESOF 322
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ESOF 427 - Software Design & Architecture 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Builds on the student’s existing knowledge of and experience designing software. This course focuses on high-level design of software systems, so that those systems satisfy quality attributes such as security, availability, performance, scalability, modifiability, and maintainability. Students will learn the importance of designing software according to specific engineering principles using well understood software patterns and software architectures that isolate within the code base where change is likely to take place and ensure a robust code base that is engineering to integrate required changes over time through evolving requirements.
Prerequisite(s): ESOF 328 and CSCI 332 Course generally offered 1st semester.
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ESOF 486 - Senior Design Project I 2 credits (Hrs: 1 Lec, 3 Lab)
This two semester sequence is the capstone course for a Software Engineering degree. Students will work in teams of two to five under the direction of a mentor to either develop or re-engineer a complex software product. Each team will go through all of the steps of a software development process. Each team will develop a Software Requirements Specification, a Software Development Plan, a Software Design Description, and a Software Test Plan/Report and any other documents required for their product. Each team will prepare a campus presentation on their project.
Prerequisite(s): ESOF 328 Corequisite(s): COMX 338 or CSCI 443 and ESOF 427 Course generally offered first semester.
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ESOF 487 - Senior Design Project II 2 credits (Hrs: 6 Lab)
This two semester sequence is the capstone course of a Software Engineering degree. Students will work in teams of two to five under the direction of the instructor to either develop or re-engineer a complex software product. Each team will go through all of the steps of a software development process. Each team will develop a Software Requirements Specification, a Software Design Plan, Software Design Description, a Software Test Plan/Report, and any other documents required for their products. Each team will prepare a campus presentation on their project.
Prerequisite(s): Corequisite(s): ESOF 411 Course generally offered second semester.
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ETCC 235 - Construction–Legal Documents & Specifications 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
An introduction to Laws, Contracts, Engineering/Construction specifications, and Proper Documentation for the Engineering/Technical Profession.
Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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ETCC 236 - Site Evaluation & Testing 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Introduces students to the fundamentals of soils engineering technology, including soil composition, practical soil sampling and testing; classification toward unified, ASTM and ASSHTO specifications; Soil/site investigation, testing, and calculations for on site wastewater treatment and system design as well site calculations / evaluations of hydraulic and hydrology toward storm water management and design.
Prerequisite(s): M 121 .
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ETCC 292 - Independent Study 1 - 4 credits (Variable)
This is either an independent investigation of a special problem or project associated with engineering technology or a means of offering classes of special interest as a onetime, short course, or Intersession offering.
Prerequisite(s): Fourth semester standing.
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ETCC 310 - Concrete Technology 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Introduction to the fundamentals of aggregates, asphalt and portland cement concrete construction materials, including physical properties, testing, and placement. Discuss methods of cemented aggregate mix design. Utilize the ACI method for portland cement concrete mix design and Superpave methods for bituminous mix design and applies methods in the laboratory. Examine methods of materials testing.
Prerequisite(s):
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EWLD 194 - Practical Welding Lab 1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lab)
Students will learn practical welding skills and basics, using carbon steel plate, stainless steel plate, aluminum plate, and pipe materials. Course covers OFC (Oxy Fuel Cutting), OFW (Oxy Fuel Welding), OFB (Oxy Fuel Brazing), SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding), GMAW (Gas Metal Arc Welding), GTAW (Gas Tungsten Arc Welding), FCAW (Flux Core Arc Welding), PAC (Plasma Arc Cutting), and CAC-A (Air Carbon Arc Cutting). Students will learn to use various power supplies and practice common welding techniques used by trade welders.
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EWLD 314 - Introduction to Welding Engineering 2 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec.)
Survey of common welding processes, introduction to heat flow, arc physics, welding metallurgy, design, welding symbols, weld quality, testing, codes and NDE.
Prerequisite(s): PHSX 235 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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EWLD 340 - Welding Process Applications 2 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 1 Lab)
This course provides detailed coverage of common welding processes used in manufacturing, including arc (GTAW,GMAW, SMAW, FCAW, SAW), resistance (RSW) and laser (LBW) processes. Solid-state welding processes , such as friction stir welding (FSW), are also covered. Process selection and methods to determine values for primary process parameters are reviewed and the influence of welding parameters on weld quality, production rate, and manufacturing economy are discussed. In the lab, the welding process are applied to collect process data and develop welding procedure specifications.
Pre-Requisite: EWLD 314, Pre- or Co-Requisite: EWLD 341 Course generally offered 1st semester.
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EWLD 341 - Welding Process Applications Lab 1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lab)
Corequisite(s): EWLD 340
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EWLD 440 - Design of Welded Connections 2 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec.)
A review of material and geometric properties important to welded connections, the influence of welding processes on weld metal mechanical properties, fundamental analysis of static and dynamic stress, selection of materials, fillers, joint design and welding processes in welding design, welding procedures to reduce distortion and residual stress, application and interpretation of welding symbols, codes and NDE methods during design and fabrication.
Prerequisite(s): EGEN 305 , EGEN 306 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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EWLD 443 - Physics of Welding 2 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 1 Lab)
This course covers the physical processes underlying most welding processes including primary energy sources, thermal sources, shielding requirements and the application of force or pressure. specific topics include an atomic view of welding, the requirements for chemical bonding (coalescence), heat source/material interactions, arc physics, 2- and 3-D heat flow, mass flow, melting and solidification and the development of residual stresses. The lab portion makes use of demonstrations and engineering measurement exercises to complement the discussion of welding physics lectures. Computerized data collection equipment is used to record raw data from welding processes (primarily arc welding processes). The data is then analyzed to extract meaningful engineering information and correlated to weld properties. Lab exercises include measurements of weld heat-affected zone thermal cycles, solidification and cooling rate, heat source and melting efficiencies and weld pool geometry.
Prerequisite(s): EWLD 340. Course generally offered 1st semester.
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EWLD 444 - Physics of Welding Lab 1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lab)
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EWLD 475 - Robotics and Automated Welding 1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lab)
This course providesstudents with exposure to a common robotic manufacturing application – robotic welding. The course focuses on the application-level robotic motion programming. Both point-to-point programming via the teach pendant and off-line part programming are explored.
Prerequisite(s): EGEN 215 Course generally offered 1st semester.
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EWLD 476 - Nondestructive Examination 3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 1 Lab)
Introduction to Nondestructive Evaluations techniques including theory and application of visual, dye-penetrant, magnetic particle, eddy current, ultrasonic and x-ray techniques.
Prerequisite(s): PHSX 237 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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EWLD 488 - Metallurgy of Welds 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
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FESP 121 - Application & Problem Solving 3 credits (Hrs: 1 Lec., 4 Lab)
This course will focus primarily on problem solving skills and strategies. Also, a crucial goal of this class is to bridge the gap between math and real world science/engineering applications. Topics from physics, chemistry, engineering, and college algebra are combined into a lecture and lab curriculum. Students will learn data collection through experimentation, data analysis, and data interpretation. The students in this class must be concurrently enrolled in College Algebra (M 121 ).
Pre/Co-requisite: EGEN 100 .
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FILM 103 - Introduction to Film 3 credits (3 hrs Lec)
This course examines the development of the film medium, paying equal attention to its history and its language. We will learn the necessary tools to understand and analyze the technical, formal, historical, and theoretical aspects of film, such as cinematography, editing, composition and framing, sound, narrative, and theories of cinema. We will consider the history of film, and genres such the Detective-Crime Thriller, the Documentary, Experimental, and Animated film, studying closely a selection of watershed films that shaped the language of this medium. Issues of race and gender will feature prominently in our discussions as well as consider of the film industry, such as issues of production, distribution, and exhibition. In short we will pay equal attention to the aesthetic, theoretical, and industrial aspects of film.
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FRCH 101 - Elementary French I 5 credits (Hrs: 5 Lec.)
Students acquire language skills through practice in reading, writing, listening, and speaking. Basic grammar is stressed, and use is made of the well-known series French in Action.
Satisfies Humanities & Fine Arts core. Course generally offered 1st semester every other year.
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FRCH 102 - Elementary French II 5 credits (Hrs: 5 Lec.)
A continuation of FRCH 101 . The study of basic grammar is completed as emphasis shifts to writing and speaking. Readings in French literature and culture are introduced, and further use is made of French in Action.
Satisfies Humanities & Fine Arts core. Course generally offered 2nd semester every other year.
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Gen Elec - General Elective
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GEO 101 - Introduction to Physical Geology 3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 3 Lab)
An introduction to Earth materials and the processes operating at and beneath the surface of the earth. Basic concepts of geological engineering are introduced. Mineral and rock identification, topographic map reading, and basic interpretation of geologic maps are covered in lab. A working knowledge of basic trigonometry is recommended
Course generally offered both semesters.
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GEO 204 - Introduction to Mineralogy-Petrology 3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 3 Lab)
An introduction to the classification and identification of common rock-forming and ore minerals, followed by an introduction to rock-forming processes and the systematic classification and identification of igneous, sedimentary, and metamorphic rocks.
Prerequisite(s): GEO 101 & CHMY 141 , or equivalent. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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GEO 209 - Introduction To Field Geology 1 credit
An introduction to observation, description, and collection of geologic data in the field. It includes map reading, air photo interpretation, use of the brunton compass, and geologic mapping. Course will be conducted over a 6 day period before the beginning of the fall semester.
Prerequisite(s): GEO 101 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
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GEO 257 - Sedimentology Petroleum Geology 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
A study of sedimentology and stratigraphy in the context of petroleum geology. This survey emphasizes the factors controlling composition, characteristics, and geographic and stratigraphic distribution of sedimentary rocks. Basic methods of studying rocks in the subsurface will be introduced.
Prerequisite(s): GEO 101 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
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GEO 259 - Sedimentology-Stratigraphy Lab 1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lab)
A study of sedimentology and stratigraphy through field work, laboratory exercises, and experiments. Description and interpretation of modern and ancient stratigraphic sections in the field are emphasized. Laboratory analysis of sediment and rock cores will done with standard techniques to determine grain size, porosity, and permeability. Lab reports required.
Prerequisite(s): Course generally offered 1st semester.
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GEO 429 - Field Geology 1-4 credits
This capstone field course instructs students to apply field geological techniques to prodice geological maps, corss sections, and other data. Students will study a range of rock types and structural deformation styles. The time in the field will be devoted to geological studies.
Prerequisite(s): GEO 209 and GEOE 403
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GEOE 104 - Introduction To Geological Engineering 1 credit (Hrs: 3 Lab)
Introduces the student to the field of geological engineering: career opportunities, academic options, and faculty specialties. Emphasis on engineering with geomaterials: rock, soil, water and hydrocarbons. Field trips and lab work. Some computer applications.
Prerequisite(s): M 121 Corequisite(s): GEO 101 Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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GEOE 298 - Internship 1 - 6 credits (Variable)
For academic work done in conjunction with an approved work experience related to the Geological Engineering degree program. Students should consult with their faculty advisor and/or department Internship Coordinator to determine the availability of appropriate work experiences and the specific academic requirements for receiving credit.
May be repeated once for credit.
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GEOE 357 - Subsurface Methods in Petroleum Geology 3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 3 Lab)
The objectives of subsurface petroleum geology are to find and develop oil and gas reserves. To that end, this course focuses on the use, integration, and application of available data to construct and interpret subsurface geological maps and cross sections. These techniques are applicable to other fields such as mining, groundwater, or waste disposal.
Prerequisite(s): GEO 257 Course generally offered 2nd semester
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GEOE 403 - Structural Geology for Engineers 3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 3 Lab)
The study of brittle and ductile deformation of the earth’s crust emphasizing the mechanics of formation of local and regional structural features. Laboratory work focuses on the solution of structural geology problems commonly encountered in the practice of engineering by mathematical, graphical, and stereonet methods.
Prerequisite(s): GEO 101 and EGEN 305 or GEO 101 and GEOP 225 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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GEOE 406 - Geomorphology-Photogeology 3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 3 Lab)
The origin and development of landforms and landscapes and their relations to and impacts on engineering design. Landforms and landscape displayed on aerial photographs are interpreted to recognize geologic hazards and to design solutions to geological engineering and construction problems. Solutions are presented in professional caliber reports and oral presentations.
Prerequisite(s): GEO 204 , . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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GEOE 409 - Field Geology & Geophysics 6 credits
Provides instruction and practice in field geological and geophysical techniques to produce data that must be interpreted and/or applied to engineering design. Three weeks will be devoted to field geological studies and three weeks to field geophysical studies.
Prerequisite(s): GEOE 403 and GEOP 302 . Course generally offered in the summer.
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GEOE 410 - Mining Geology 3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 3 Lab)
Nature of mineral resources, their economics, and environmental considerations with respect to the practice of mining geology. Laboratory exercises based on real-world scenarios recreate types of problems encountered in industry. Field trips to operating mines introduce students to mine mapping methods and actual working conditions & professional responsibilities.
Prerequisite(s): Senior or graduate standing in Geological, Geophysical or Mining Engineering. Course generally offered 1st semester.
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GEOE 411 - Metallic Ore Deposits 3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 3 Lab)
The study of the origin, character and distribution of deposits of metals. Theories of the origin of ore deposits are investigated and their applications related to known occurrences. The lecture series includes detailed description of classical mining districts throughout the world.
Prerequisite(s): GEO 204 or Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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GEOE 420 - Hydrogeology For Engineers 3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 3 Lab)
A basic course in ground water resource study and evaluation. This applied hydrogeology course covers ground water movement, storage, and exploration. It emphasizes the basics of saturated flow, well hydraulics, resource evaluation and water quality.
Prerequisite(s): GEO 101 , M 172 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
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GEOE 422 - Groundwater Flow Modeling 3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 3 Lab)
An introduction to the equations of groundwater flow, numerical techniques, and state of the art computer programs for solution of groundwater problems. Emphasis is upon application of modeling options to fit realistic problems of geologic variability, surface–ground-water interaction, groundwater management & prediction.
Prerequisite(s): GEOE 420 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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GEOE 429 - Field Hydrogeology 1-4 credits
Provides 1-4 weeks of intensive training in field methods of applied hydrogeology, including water-well drilling, design and completion of monitoring wells, pumping tests, slug tests, stream gaging, water-level surveys, and water-quality sampling and analysis. Students will be trained on equipment used for these field methods. A fee for supplies, transportation, and other logistical expenses is required.
Prerequisite(s): GEOE 420 .
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GEOE 440 - Engineering Geology 3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 3 Lab)
A study of the application of geology to engineering practice covering the characterization and engineering behavior of soil and rock, geologic site investigation, geologic hazards, and the influence of geology on various types of construction projects (particularly excavations, dams, and foundations).
Prerequisite(s): GEO 101 and EGEN 201 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
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GEOE 490 - Undergraduate Research (Variable)
This course is designed for students involved in directed research projects and is required for participants in the Undergraduate Research Program (URP). This course can be repeated. Students will be required to prepare a formal paper and present their results. A faculty member must advise the project. Pending the number of credits taken, graduation requirements, and as demanded of the research advisor, other requirements may be needed. To participate in URP, students must submit a proposal for a research project to the Undergraduate Research Committee and meet other requirements as listed in URP guidelines. Proposals are evaluated competitively and winners will receive a stipend. URP participants must register for this class in the Spring for at least one credit in order to present their findings in the annual Undergraduate Research Conference. A call for proposals is made at the beginning of the Spring Semester. Another call may be offered in the Fall Semester.
Course generally offered year round.
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GEOE 491 - Special Topics (Variable)
An original or special research study in a field of interest to both student and instructor. The student is required to devote a minimum of 48 hours to the investigation for each hour of credit taken.
Prerequisite(s): Senior or graduate standing and Consent of Instructor. Course offered on demand.
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GEOE 498 - Internship 1 - 6 credits (Variable)
For academic work done in conjunction with an approved work experience related to the Geological Engineering degree program. Students should consult with their faculty advisor and/or department Internship Coordinator to determine the availability of appropriate work experiences and the specific academic requirements for receiving credit.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and Consent of Instructor. May be repeated once for credit. Course offered on demand.
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GEOE 499W - Geological Engineering Design Project 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
A capstone design course for seniors in Geological Engineering. Students will be assigned a team project to complete during the semester. The course grade will based on the performance shown on the design project. Readings and exercises may be assigned as needed to implement design procedures.
Prerequisite(s): WRIT 321W and within two semesters of graduation. Satisfies upper division Writing core. Course generally offered both semesters.
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GEOE 501 - Montana Geology 2 or 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This course reviews the geology of Montana, from the Precambrian to the present day. Assignments place an emphasis on the interpretation of geologic maps. Lecture material is enhanced with outside readings and field trips. Students who take this course will have a much better understanding of the geology of Montana and the surrounding region, which has practical benefits for professionals in any of the “geo” fields.
Prerequisite(s): or equivalent. Course generally offered 1st semester.
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GEOE 520 - Advanced Hydrogeology 3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec, 3 Lab)
An extension of GEOE 420 focusing on a more in depth look at the movement and occurrence of groundwater, under non-ideal conditions. Advanced applications of aquifer analysis, using a variety of techniques with groundwater exploration and development issues will be evaluated with case histories and student projects. This course will focus on both regional and local hydrogeology, and will include physical along with environmental tracer analysis of aquifer systems.
Prerequisite(s): GEOE 420 .
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GEOE 528 - Contaminant Transport 3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec, 3 Lab)
This course builds on GEOE 420, but focuses on the movement of contaminants in aquifers. The course covers both physical and chemical transport of contaminants. Advanced applications of contaminant transport will be used along with the case histories and student projects.
Prerequisite(s): GEOE 420
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GEOE 531 - Acid Rock Drainage 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
A review of the chemical and physical controls on the release of acid and heavy metals from mine waste is followed by a discussion of up to date methods to predict, prevent, and treat acid rock drainage. Several field trips include visits to abandoned and active mine sites, as well as on-going reclamation projects in the Butte-Anaconda area.
Prerequisite(s): GEOE 420 or Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered 1st semester.
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GEOE 532 - Geochemical Modeling 2 credits (Hrs: 6 Lab)
Theory and practical application of computer programs for calculating aqueous speciation, mineral dissolution and precipitation, sorption/desorption reactions, and reaction path modeling. An emphasis will be given to low temperature aqueous systems, although hydrothermal fluids will also be discussed.
Prerequisite(s): GEOE 533 or CHMY 540 , or Consent of Instructor. Course offered on demand.
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GEOE 533 - Hydro-Geochemistry 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Covers the basic principles of geochemistry applied to ground and surface water. Thermodynamic background, carbonate chemistry and pH control, aqueous speciation, mineral dissolution and precipitation, adsorption and cation exchange, kinetics and chemical weathering, redox reactions, acid rock drainage, environmental isotopes, and geothermal systems are covered. Well-suited to students in Hydrogeology Minor or Option.
Prerequisite(s): CHMY 141 -CHMY 143 or equivalent.
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GEOE 534 - Isotope Geochemistry 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Topics include light stable isotopes (H, C, O, N, S), environmental tracers (tritium, CFCs, radon), age-dating (C-14, U-Pb, Ar-Ar), and stable isotopes of heavy metals (Cu, Fe). Applications to hydrogeology, environmental geochemistry, and economic geology. Students will learn to critically read and understand technical journal articles that present and discuss isotopic data, and will be encouraged to find applications to their own research.
Prerequisite(s): & or equivalent. Generally offered every 2nd year.
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GEOE 540 - Applied Statistics & Experimental Design 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
An applied statistics course with emphasis on multivariate statistics, geostatistics and experimental design. Intended for graduates that will need to collect and interpret spatially distributed thesis data or students with an interest in applied statistics.
Prerequisite(s): GEO 101 ; STAT 332 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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GEOE 541 - Advanced Engineering Geology 3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 3 Lab)
Field and laboratory investigations of actual and potential construction sites to determine geologic parameters and hazards and the engineering solutions to them.
Prerequisite(s): GEOE 440 , graduate standing, or Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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GEOE 542 - Slope Stability Analysis & Design 3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 3 Lab)
Covers basic factors influencing slope stability, site investigations and data acquisition, analysis methods used for soil and rock slopes, and slope design and stabilization techniques.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing or Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered 1st semester.
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GEOE 585 - GIS in Natural Resources 3 credits 3 hours
While the basics of Geographical Information Systems are covered, the focus of this class is in learning application of the technology to natural resource problems. Independent learning of the use and functionality of ArcGIS software will be expected. Topics of proper cartographic map creation, topographic analysis, three-dimensional modeling, and data manipulation will be covered. Students will present independent projects related to their field of study. Taught in either the Fall or Spring semester.
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GEOE 590W - Graduate Research or Design Project 1 - 3 credits (Variable) (Hrs: 1-3 Lec.)
An individual capstone research or engineering design project for non-thesis option Geoscience graduate students specializing in geological engineering, hydrogeological engineering, hydrogeology, or applied geology. A written report and oral presentation of the project is required.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of Graduate Advisor. Must be taken during the semester prior to expected graduation. May be repeated, but a maximum of 3 credits will count towards program requirements.
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GEOE 591 - Special Topics (Variable)
An original or special research study at the graduate level in a field of interest to both student and instructor. The student is required to devote a minimum of 48 hours to the investigation for each hour of credit taken.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor. Course offered on demand.
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GEOE 599W - Thesis Research (Variable)
An original investigation of a geologic problem that involves mapping of an area of large and complex nature or a detailed laboratory study. Problems may be selected by the student with the approval of the department, and are undertaken under close advisory supervision. A written report of the investigation must satisfy all departmental requirements before credit is allowed. The thesis must be a real contribution to knowledge in some recognized field of geology.
Course generally offered year round.
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GEOP 101 - Intro To Geophysics I 1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lec.)
Provides a basic description of the geophysical processes shaping the earth as well as an introduction to the uses of geophysical techniques in mining, petroleum, and groundwater exploration and geotechnical applications in engineering site evaluation.
Prerequisite(s): M 151
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GEOP 225 - Physics of The Earth 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Surveys the fundamental problems in solid-earth geophysics. The earth’s physical properties including radioactivity, heat flow, seismicity, gravitational effects, and magnetism are discussed quantitatively.
Prerequisite(s): PHSX 235 ; Corequisite(s): M 274 ; PHSX 237 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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GEOP 291 - Internship 1 - 6 credits (Variable)
For academic work done in conjunction with an approved work experience related to the Geophysical Engineering degree program. Students should consult with their faculty advisor and/or department 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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GEOP 302 - Elements of Geophysics 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Studies methods of geophysical exploration with emphasis on the fundamental theory of measurement of the physical properties of the earth. The four major methods used in geophysical exploration are gravitational, magnetic, seismological, and electrical. The instrumentation used to measure these physical properties is studied.
Prerequisite(s): PHSX 235 , PHSX 237 ; M 274 or Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered 1st semester.
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GEOP 401 - Introduction to Seismic Processing 3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 3 Lab)
An application-oriented course covering the fundamentals of digital seismic processing. Frequency analysis, deconvolution, velocity analysis, common midpoint processing, and migration are emphasized.
Prerequisite(s): GEOP 302 ; Computer Programming Language. Course generally offered 1st semester.
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GEOP 408 - Seismic Prospecting 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Studies the propagation of seismic waves in elastic media, transmission and reflection at an interface, and the instruments used for making these measurements. Exercises include the interpretation of actual field data.
Prerequisite(s): M 274 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
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GEOP 410 - Electrical Prospecting 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Studies the electrical methods used in geophysical exploration and includes the theory of natural and induced electrical fields, the resistivity of the earth’s crustal material, and the instruments used to measure these. Interpretation and measurement techniques are studied in the exercises.
Prerequisite(s): PHSX 237 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
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GEOP 412 - Gravity & Magnetic Exploration 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Covers the gravity and magnetic fields of the earth, field instruments, data acquisition, data reduction and interpretation. Lectures concentrate on potential theory as applied to the calculation of gravity and magnetic effects, the use of modeling in interpretation, continuation of potential fields, and other processing of data. Exercises are devoted to field surveys, data reduction and interpretation.
Prerequisite(s): M 274 ; PHSX 237 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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GEOP 421 - Field Geology and Geophysics 6 credits
Provides instruction and practice in field geological and geophysical techniques to produce data that must be interpreted and/or applied to engineering design. Three weeks will be devoted to field geological studies and three weeks to field geophysical studies.
Prerequisite(s): GEOE 403 and GEOP 302 . Course generally offered in the summer.
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GEOP 425 - Remote Sensing for the Earth Sciences 3 credits (Hrs. 2 Lec, 3 Lab)
This course emphasizes remote sensing principles including applications to electromagnetism (EM), aero-gravity, and aero-magnetism. Air-and space-borne imaging principles and imaging systems (optical,thermal, radar, and lidar) for Earth sciences will be emphasized. Interpretation of remotely sensed EM data, aero-gravity and aeromagnetic data using state-of-the art software such as MATLAB, ERDAS Imagine, and Oasis Montage will be covered, along with applications to geophysics, geology, hydrology, mineral and oil exploration, and natural hazards assessment and monitoring (earthquakes, volcanoes, landslides and land subsidence, etc.
Prerequisite(s): PHSX 237
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GEOP 427 - Petrophysics 3 credits (Hrs. 3 Lec)
This course covers the physical and chemical rock properties and their interaction with fluids. It includes the theory and practice of measuring reservoir rock and fluid transport properties.
Prerequisite(s): GEOP 302 or PET 304
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GEOP 446 - Applied Linear Systems 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
This course covers the application of the Z Transform, Fourier Transform, and Laplace Transform in the analysis of the relationship between input and output signals of linear systems. Mechanical, electrical, seismic, gravitational, and magnetic systems are studied. Topics include convolution, filters, auto- and cross-correlation, power spectra, sampling theory, and aliasing. Time and spatial signals are analyzed as well as analog and discrete signals.
Prerequisite(s): M 274 or consent of instructor Course generally offered 2nd semester.
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GEOP 450 - Inversion, Experiment Design & Interpretation 3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
Applies inverse theory to the problem of evaluating information content of noisy data. Applications to experiment design to optimize data acquisition and interpretation to estimate model parameters and uncertainties. Students select a measurement system and develop a program for parameter estimation and experimental design.
Prerequisite(s): M 333 ; Computer programming language.
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GEOP 475W - Geophysics Senior Project 3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 3 Lab)
A senior level project course requiring the integration of principles, knowledge and skills developed in previous course work. Projects can include the integration of existing geological and geophysical data, specifications for geophysical surveys and further data acquisition and as a final phase, the synthesis of all of the information into a geologically reasonable interpretation.
Prerequisite(s): Senior Standing. Satisfies upper division Writing core.
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