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Economics (ECN) |
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ECN 4875 - Area Studies.
(3-0-3) S. A study of economic conditions and development problems in a specific geographical area such as Southeast Asia, Tropical Africa, or the Middle East. The topic may vary from semester to semester; the course may be repeated with each change of topic. WI
Prerequisites & Notes:
ECN 2802G or ECN 2892G or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
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ECN 4890 - Topics in Labor Economics.
(3-0-3) F, S. An examination of contemporary labor economics topics such as labor history, collective bargaining, labor law, poverty, compensation structure, discrimination, and wage differentials. May be repeated once with change of topics.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ECN 2802G or ECN 2892G or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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ECN 4900 - Issues in Economics.
(3-0-3) An analysis of selected economic problems. Topics to be announced. May be repeated once with change in topic.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ECN 2802G or ECN 2892G and senior or graduate standing or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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ECN 4950 - Independent Study.
(Arr.-Arr.-2-3) Independent study in economics. Designed for individual student needs at either the undergraduate or graduate level.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ECN 2802G or ECN 2892G and pre-registration conference with the department chairperson.
Credits: 2 to 3
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ECN 4973 - Intermediate Econometrics.
(3-0-3) S. A study of regression estimations, tests and predictions, estimation problems and remedies, simultaneous equations systems with application to economics.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ECN 3972 (or MAT 3702) and 1441G (or MAT 2110G), and MAT 2120G or MAT 2190G (or MAT 2550), or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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Education (EDU) |
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EDU 2022 - Teaching and Learning with Technology in Classrooms.
(2-1-2) This course, based on the national and state educational technology standards, is designed to prepare teachers to integrate technology into the curriculum. This course will focus on the effective use of technology in teaching and learning.
Credits: 2
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EDU 4281 - Teaching Reading and Language Arts in Secondary Classrooms.
(3-0-3) F, S. A focus on the methods, materials and strategies used by secondary teachers as they meet the diverse needs of students. Emphasis will be on the utilization of reading, writing, speaking and listening integration within the curriculum.
Prerequisites & Notes:
SED 3330 or equivalent or permission of Department Chair Early Childhood, Elementary, and Middle Level Education. Credit will not be given for both MLE 4280 and EDU 4281.
Credits: 3
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EDU 4552 - Alternative Certification: General Teaching Methods.
(8-3-8) Su. This course addresses Illinois Professional Teaching Standards General Methods, including student diversity, language arts/reading, and technology. The course is part of the academically rigorous, intensive Alternative Certification Program that includes EDU 4551 and EDU 4553.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Must be admitted to the Alternative Certification Program and have received a “B” or better in EDU 4550.
Credits: 8
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Educational Foundations (EDF) |
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EDF 2555G - Education in a Diverse Society: The Multilingual/Multicultural Classroom.
(3-0-3) How schooling is shaped by and ought to respond to the social contexts in which it occurs, particularly multicultural, multilingual, and global contexts. Equivalent Course: EDF 2595G. Grade and credit hours for this course will be removed if student already has credit for or is registered in EDF 2595G. WI
Credits: 3
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EDF 2595G - Education in a Diverse Society: The Multilingual/Multicultural Classroom, Honors.
(3-0-3) On Demand. How schooling is shaped by and ought to respond to the social contexts in which it occurs, particularly multicultural, multilingual, and global contexts. Equivalent Course: EDF 2555G. Grade and credit hours for this course will be removed if student already has credit for or is registered in EDF 2555G. WI
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to the Honors College.
Credits: 3
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EDF 4550 - Critical Focus on Education.
(3-0-3) Integrative reading, writing, and reflection on critical issues in education, using theory as a guide to effective practice. Equivalent Course: EDF 4595. Grade and credit hours for this course will be removed if student already has credit for or is registered in EDF 4595. WI
Prerequisites & Notes:
Junior standing and University approval to take teacher education courses.
Credits: 3
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EDF 4595 - Critical Focus on Education, Honors.
(3-0-3) On Demand. Integrative reading, writing, and reflection on critical issues in education, using theory as a guide to effective practice. Equivalent Course: EDF 4550. Grade and credit hours for this course will be removed if student already has credit for or is registered in EDF 4550. WI
Prerequisites & Notes:
Junior standing, admission to the Honors College, and University approval to take teacher education courses.
Credits: 3
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EDF 47411 - Independent Study.
(Arr.-Arr.-1) As arranged. May be repeated once, for no more than six semester hours of Independent Study credit.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of the Department Chairperson.
Credits: 1
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EDF 47412 - Independent Study.
(Arr.-Arr.-2) As arranged. May be repeated once, for no more than six semester hours of Independent Study credit.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of the Department Chairperson.
Credits: 2
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EDF 47413 - Independent Study.
(Arr.-Arr.-3) As arranged. May be repeated once, for no more than six semester hours of Independent Study credit.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of the Department Chairperson.
Credits: 3
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EDF 4750 - Introduction to Adult Education.
(3-0-3) Adult education today, its career opportunities, and its historical and theoretical foundations.
Credits: 3
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Educational Psychology (EDP) |
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EDP 2330 - Educational Psychology: Foundations for Teachers.
(3-0-3). This course focuses on topics in educational psychology including individual growth and development, motivation, learning theories, intelligence and personality, classroom management, student evaluation, and best practices in the classroom. A limit of 3 hours may be applied to a major or minor.
Credits: 3
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EDP 4790 - Studies in Education.
(2-0-2) Problems in education, student activities, curriculum, guidance, and evaluation. Each student assigned an individual problem.
Credits: 2
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EDP 4800 - Studies in Education.
(1-0-1) On Demand. Problems in education, student activities, curriculum, guidance, and evaluation. Each student is assigned an individual problem.
Credits: 1
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Electrical Engineering (EEN) |
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EEN 1001 - Introduction to Physics and Engineering
(1-0-1) S. An introductory course aimed at introducing new students in physics and engineering degree programs to those disciplines, methods of study applicable to those programs, expectations of careers in those disciplines, and resources and opportunities available to them during their undergraduate education. EEN 1001 is cross listed with PHY 1001.
Credits: 1
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EEN 1100 - Introduction to Logic Design.
(3-0-3) S. Introductory course in digital logic design that will introduce the students to number systems and codes, logic gates, and Boolean algebra, combinational logic circuits, flip-flops and related devices, digital arithmetic such as operations and circuits, counters and registers.
Credits: 3
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EEN 3150 - Electronics.
(2-4-4) F. A study of the fundamental principles of, and hands-on experience with, analog electronics. Topics include: DC, AC and transient circuit analysis techniques, rectification, active and passive filtering, regulation, oscillator circuits, and computer simulations using PSpice. EEN 3150 is cross listed with PHY 3150.
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHY 1161, 1162 or 1361, 1362; MAT 2110G or 1441G.
Credits: 4
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EEN 3270 - Introduction to Circuit Analysis.
(4-0-4) On Demand. Basic principles of network analysis, including Kirchoff’s laws, node and mesh equations, equivalent circuits, operational amplifiers, transient analysis, sinusoidal steady-state analysis, three-phase circuits, transformers, network functions, and frequency response. EEN 3270 is cross listed with PHY 3270. EGR 931
Prerequisites & Notes:
PHY 1361, PHY 1362; prior credit or concurrent enrollment in MAT 3501.
Credits: 4
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EEN 4275 - Internship in Electrical Engineering.
(0-3 to 6-1 to 2) On Demand. Students participate in an internship position in an industry related to electrical engineering to gain practical experiences in the field. Course is restricted to Physics and Engineering majors.
Prerequisites & Notes:
EEN 4301 and EEN 4401 with a grade of “C” or better.
Credits: 1 to 2
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EEN 4301 - Digital Systems and Design.
(3-3-4) F-odd-numbered-years. This course focuses on the principles and practices of digital systems and design. Topics include logic signals and gates, CMOS logic, bipolar logic, combinational and sequential logic design, VHDL hardware description language, and an introduction to memory, complex programmable logic devices, and field-programmable gate arrays.
Prerequisites & Notes:
A grade of “C” or better in CSM 2170 and PHY 3720.
Credits: 4
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EEN 4401 - Signals and Systems.
(3-0-3) F-even-numbered-years. Development of continuous-and discrete-time concepts and methods, including convolution, Fourier Analysis, Laplace Transform, and Z-Transform, and introduction to applications in sampling and filtering.
Prerequisites & Notes:
A grade of “C” or better in PHY 3270.
Credits: 3
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EEN 4501 - Feedback & Control Systems
(3-3-4) S-even-numbered-years. This introductory course on modern feedback and control systems including topics in stability, root locus, frequency response methods, Nyquist/Bode diagrams, application of Laplace and Fourier transforms, lead-lag, PID compensators, digital control, and practical hardware implementation.
Prerequisites & Notes:
A grade of “C” or better in PHY 3270 and MAT 3501.
Credits: 4
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EEN 4601 - Semiconductor Device Physics.
(3-0-3) F-odd-numbered-years. The physics and operating principles of semiconductor devices including pn junctions, Schottky barriers, bipolar junction transistors, field effect transistors, and optical devices.
Prerequisites & Notes:
A grade of “C” or better in MAT 2443 and PHY 1371.
Credits: 3
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EEN 4701 - Senior Design.
(1-5-3) S. This course is a capstone experience for students in the electrical engineering major. Students work in teams to complete an engineering design that is fully documented and prototyped.
Prerequisites & Notes:
A minimum of 15 semester hours of courses with the EEN prefix.
Credits: 3
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EEN 4780 - Introduction to Plasma Physics.
(3-0-3) S (odd-numbered years). Plasma is sometimes called the fourth state of matter. It occurs when the material is hot enough that thermal collisions can free electrons from the atoms. In this course the implications and applications of plasma will be studied. the course will cover many different interactions between plasmas and electric and magnetic fields.
Prerequisites & Notes:
A grade of “C” or better in PHY 2450 and PHY 3410. Cross listed with PHY 4780. Note: This is a new course, effective Spring 2023.
Credits: 3
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Elementary Education (ELE) |
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ELE 1050 - Introduction to Teaching as a Profession.
(1-0-1) F, S. This course is designed to enhance the transition, integration and retention of freshmen and transfer students who wish to pursue a career in Early Childhood, Elementary and Middle Level education. Students will be introduced to the EC/ELE/MLE program, with particular emphasis on the specific skill sets and dispositions necessary for success in the major.
Credits: 1
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ELE 2050 - The Whole Child: Teaching and Learning in the Educational Environment.
(3-1-3) F, S. This course is designed to introduce students to the influences that development (physical, social and emotional, cognitive, linguistic), past experience, prior knowledge, economic circumstances and issues of diversity have on the learning process. Educational beginnings, curricular trends, professional issues in teaching, characteristics of schools and other learning environments will be explored. Students will become familiar with professional dispositions and begin to practice habits of positive dispositional behavior both in and out of the classroom. Students will complete a minimum of 30 observation hours of preschool through middle school environments.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ELE 1050. For transfer students, concurrent enrollment in ELE 1050 during the semester they enroll in ELE 2050 will be permitted with department chair approval.
Credits: 3
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ELE 3050 - Diverse Contexts that Influence the Learning Process.
(2-1-2) F, S. On Demand. The purpose of this course is to provide opportunities for pre-service teachers to identify qualities and potential within themselves to better the lives of children. This course is based on the premise that today’s educator must be adept at collaborating with school personnel, family and community to provide a high quality of education for all students. In this course, pre-service teachers will consider how to transition from being a student of teaching to being a teacher of students through careful analysis and understanding of the entire learning dynamic. Students will participate in a minimum of 30 contact hours in a broad spectrum of integrated field experiences to foster growth as a complete educator. This course is restricted to Elementary and Middle Level majors and post baccalaureate teacher licensure majors who have met all prerequisites.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ELE 1050 and ELE 2050 or equivalent, and the passing of the Test of Academic Proficiency (TAP) or an ACT composite score (with writing portion) of 22 or higher including an expectation of Junior standing. For transfer students, concurrent enrollment in ELE 1050 will be permitted with department chair approval.
Credits: 2
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ELE 3100 - Instructional Strategies for the Elementary Classroom.
(3-3-4) Topics include instructional strategies, models for classroom management and discipline, parent-school community involvement, and school law. Forty-five clock hours of field-based activities primarily in reading and language arts.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ELE 2050 and ELE 3050. Concurrent enrollment in ELE 3280, ELE 3340, and ELE 3350, or permission of department chair. University Teacher Education requirements apply and department requirements for enrollment must be met, including an expectation of second semester Junior standing.
Credits: 4
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ELE 3225 - Early Childhood Curriculum, Methods, and Assessment: Birth – Age Five.
(3-3-4) F, S. This course is designed to introduce teacher candidates to the field of early childhood education birth through age five. Content includes rationale/historical perspectives of early childhood education and developmental considerations in designing curriculum for teaching young children. Teacher candidates will develop, plan, and implement activities specific to areas of learning, assessment of children’s learning, and collaboration with families and the community. A minimum of forty five clock hours of field experience in early childhood education settings is required. This course is restricted to Early Childhood Majors, Special Education Dual Majors, and Post Baccalaureate students who have met all prerequisites.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ELE 1050 and ELE 2050 or equivalent, and the passing of the Test of Academic Proficiency (TAP) or an ACT composite score (with writing portion) of 22 or higher. For transfer students, concurrent enrollment in ELE1050 will be permitted with department chair approval.
Credits: 4
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ELE 3250 - Early Childhood Curriculum, Methods, and Assessment in the Primary Grades (K-3).
(3-3-4) F, S. This course introduces teacher candidates to early childhood education in the primary grades. Content includes research-based teaching methods coupled with effective instructional theory and developmental considerations in designing curriculum for teaching young children. Teacher candidates will develop, plan, and implement lessons specific to areas of learning, assessing children’s learning, and collaborating with families and the community. A minimum of 45 clock hours of field experience in early childhood primary grades is required. This course is restricted to Early Childhood Majors, Special Education Majors, and Post Baccalaureate students who have met all prerequisites.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ELE 3225 or permission of department chair. University Teacher Education and department requirements for enrollment must be met. Co-requisite: ELE 3281 and ELE 4775.
Credits: 4
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ELE 3280 - Developmental Reading in the Elementary and Middle School.
(3-0-3) The instructional program in reading from kindergarten through grade eight; goals, methods, and materials with emphasis on basal reader approaches. Field-based activities will be provided in conjunction with ELE 3100; MLE 40001.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ELE 3050. Concurrent enrollment in ELE 3100 or MLE 40001; or permission of department chair. University Teacher Education requirements apply and department requirements for enrollment must be met, including an expectation of second semester Junior standing.
Credits: 3
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ELE 3281 - Developmental Reading in Early Childhood.
(3-0-3) F, S. Strategies and materials for teaching reading in preschool and primary grades. Emphasis placed on emergent literacy, diagnostic procedures, individualization, evaluation, and reading interests. Field based activities will be provided in conjunction with ELE 3250.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ELE 3225. Concurrent enrollment in ELE 3250, or permission of department chair. University Teacher Education requirements apply and department requirements for enrollment must be met, including an expectation of second semester Junior standing.
Credits: 3
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ELE 3290 - Science in the Elementary and Middle School.
(3-0-3) Exploration of the nature, processes, and products of science and their relationships to society, the world, and the school curriculum. Field-based experiences will be in conjunction with ELE 4100.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Concurrent enrollment in ELE 4100 and MLE 4100, or permission of department chair. University Teacher Education requirements apply and department requirements for enrollment must be met.
Credits: 3
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ELE 3340 - Social Studies for the Elementary and Middle School.
(3-0-3) Planning and organizing for instruction; material selection; and evaluation in social studies. Field-based activities will be provided in conjunction with ELE 3100 or MLE 40001.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ELE 3050 and concurrent enrollment in ELE 3100 or MLE 40001 or permission of department chair. University Teacher Education requirements apply and department requirements for enrollment must be met, including an expectation of second semester Junior Standing.
Credits: 3
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ELE 3350 - Language Arts in the Elementary and Middle Level School.
(3-0-3) This course addresses learning objectives, the research base, instructional methods, and materials for teaching and evaluating the language arts which have been aligned with the Common Core State Standards for English Language Arts and Literacy in History/Social Studies, Science, and Technical Subjects. The course also addresses the recommendations set forth by the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE) and the International Reading Association (IRA). This course is restricted to teacher education candidates who have successfully met University teacher education requirements and departmental requirements.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ELE 3050. Concurrent enrollment in ELE 3100 or MLE 40001. University Teacher Education requirements apply and department requirements for enrollment must be met, including an expectation of second semester Junior standing.
Credits: 3
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ELE 3970 - Study Abroad.
(Arr.-Arr.-1-15) See STA 3970.
Credits: 1 to 15
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ELE 4100 - Assessing Student Learning: A Field-Based Experience.
(2-3-3) F, S. On Demand. This course emphasizes monitoring children’s learning through data-driven assessment in order to meet the needs of diverse learners. Major topics will include effective classroom management and developing positive teaching dispositions in order to become a reflective practitioner. This course includes class meeting times and supervised field experiences (minimum 60 hours). This course is restricted to Elementary, Early Childhood, and Special Education majors and Post Baccalaureate Teacher Licensure who have met all prerequisites.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Elementary: ELE 3100; or Early Childhood: ELE 3250. Concurrent enrollment in: Elementary: ELE 3290, 4280, and 4880; or Early Childhood: ELE 4770, 4280, and 4880. University Teacher Education requirements apply, and department requirements for enrollment must be met.
Credits: 3
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ELE 4275 - Internship in Education Studies.
(Arr.-Arr.-6-9) F, S, Su. Capstone experience in Education Studies. Focuses on curriculum design, delivery, and assessment in a specified community education setting.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ELE 4100 or MLE 4100.
Credits: 6 to 9
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ELE 47411 - Independent Study.
(Arr.-Arr.-1) May be repeated once, for no more than six semester hours of Independent Study credit.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of the department chairperson.
Credits: 1
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ELE 47412 - Independent Study.
(Arr.-Arr.-2) May be repeated once, for no more than six semester hours of Independent Study credit.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of the department chairperson.
Credits: 2
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ELE 47413 - Independent Study.
(Arr.-Arr.-3) May be repeated once, for no more than six semester hours of Independent Study credit.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of the department chairperson.
Credits: 3
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ELE 4770 - Teaching Science and Social Science in the Primary Grades (K-3).
(3-0-3) F, S. This course introduces teacher candidates to content area instruction in the primary grades. Coursework includes research-based teaching methods coupled with effective instructional theory and developmental considerations in designing curriculum for teaching young children. Teacher candidates will develop lesson plans and an integrated thematic unit of study with a focus on science and social studies instruction. This course is restricted to Early Childhood Majors, Special Education Majors, and Post Baccalaureate students who have met all prerequisites.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ELE 3250 and ELE 3281 or permission of department chair. University Teacher Education and department requirements for enrollment must be met. Co-requisites: ELE 4100.
Credits: 3
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ELE 4775 - Language and Language Arts in Early Childhood.
(3-0-3) F, S. Normal language development in the young child. Techniques for specific language art skills in pre-school and primary teaching. Assessment of pupil growth and achievement in language.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ELE 3225 or permission of department chair. University Teacher Education and department requirements for enrollment must be met. Co-requisite: ELE 3250 and ELE 3281.
Credits: 3
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ELE 47801 - Studies in Education.
(Arr.-Arr.-1) On Demand. Issues in education, student activities, curriculum, guidance, and evaluation. May be repeated once for credit, with a maximum of six semester hours from any combination of the Studies in Education courses.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Eight semester hours in education and psychology.
Credits: 1
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ELE 47802 - Studies in Education.
(Arr.-Arr.-2) On Demand. Issues in education, student activities, curriculum, guidance, and evaluation. May be repeated once for credit, with a maximum of six semester hours from any combination of the Studies in Education courses.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Eight semester hours in education and psychology.
Credits: 2
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ELE 47803 - Studies in Education.
(Arr.-Arr.-3) On Demand. Issues in education, student activities, curriculum, guidance, and evaluation. May be repeated once for credit, with a maximum of six semester hours from any combination of the Studies in Education courses.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Eight semester hours in education and psychology.
Credits: 3
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ELE 4850 - Exploring English Language Learners through Study Abroad/Study Away Experiences.
(1-0-1) Su. This course is for students registered for the study abroad or study away programs coordinated by the Early Childhood, Elementary and Middle Level education department. These study abroad/study away programs are in settings with high levels of language diversity and will provide a background regarding the programs designed to meet the needs of the growing population of English Language Learners. Co-requisites: Must be registered to participate in Study Abroad/Study Away programs with field experiences in school settings with high levels of language diversity. Course may be repeated once with credit. Cross-listed with MLE 4850.
Credits: 1
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ELE 48551 - Exploring ESL Students through Clinical Experiences.
(Arr.-Arr.-1). Su. On Demand. This course is part of a clinical experiences requirement for students who are either seeking a Graduate Certificate in English as a Second Language (ESL) Instruction or MSEd in Elementary Education with an emphasis in ESL Instruction. These clinical experiences will be in settings with linguistic diversity and will provide experiences with regard to programs designed to meet the needs of the growing population of English Language Learners (ELLs). Note: A minimum of 40 hours of clinical experiences required per credit hour. May be repeated once for credit, with a maximum of six semester hours from any combination of the Exploring ESL Students through Clinical Experiences courses. Cross-listed with MLE 48551.
Credits: 1
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ELE 48552 - Exploring ESL Students through Clinical Experiences.
(Arr.-Arr.-2). Su. On Demand. This course is part of a clinical experiences requirement for students who are either seeking a Graduate Certificate in English as a Second Language (ESL) Instruction or MSEd in Elementary Education with an emphasis in ESL Instruction. These clinical experiences will be in settings with linguistic diversity and will provide experiences with regard to programs designed to meet the needs of the growing population of English Language Learners (ELLs). Note: A minimum of 40 hours of clinical experiences required per credit hour. May be repeated once for credit, with a maximum of six semester hours from any combination of the Exploring ESL Students through Clinical Experiences courses. Cross-listed with MLE 48552.
Credits: 2
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ELE 48553 - Exploring ESL Students through Clinical Experiences.
(Arr.-Arr.-3). Su. On Demand. This course is part of a clinical experiences requirement for students who are either seeking a Graduate Certificate in English as a Second Language (ESL) Instruction or MSEd in Elementary Education with an emphasis in ESL Instruction. These clinical experiences will be in settings with linguistic diversity and will provide experiences with regard to programs designed to meet the needs of the growing population of English Language Learners (ELLs). Note: A minimum of 40 hours of clinical experiences required per credit hour. May be repeated once for credit, with a maximum of six semester hours from any combination of the Exploring ESL Students through Clinical Experiences courses. Cross-listed with MLE 48553.
Credits: 3
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ELE 4880 - Diagnostic-Prescriptive Reading Instruction.
(3-0-3) Diagnostic procedures and materials in reading for teachers in self-contained and departmentalized classrooms from kindergarten through junior high/middle school. Field-based experiences.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ELE 3281 for Early Childhood Majors; ELE 3280 for Elementary and Middle Level Majors; or permission of department chair. Concurrent enrollment in ELE 4100 or MLE 4100. University Teacher Education requirements apply and department requirements for enrollment must be met.
Credits: 3
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ELE 4890 - Culturally and Linguistically Diverse Students/English Language Learners: Instructional Methods.
(3-0-3) This course is designed to provide teacher candidates with the knowledge, skills and dispositions to effectively organize and implement instructional methods for students that are culturally and linguistically diverse (CLD) and/or English Language Learners (ELL). Teacher candidates will research and reflect on various methods and strategies to design instruction to meet the needs of students who are considered CLD/ELL and who may have varying levels of language proficiency. This course is restricted to teacher Education candidates who have successfully met the University Teacher Education requirements and department requirements and have met all the prerequisites.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Early Childhood Major: ELE 3250; or Elementary Education Major: ELE 3100; or permission of the Department Chair. University Teacher Education requirements apply and department requirements for enrollment must be met. Cross-listed with MLE 4890.
Credits: 3
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EGT 1303 - Engineering Technology Applications.
(2-2-3) On Demand. This course exposes students to engineering principles through an application-oriented, hands-on introduction to engineering technology problem solving. Course topics include measuring, manipulation of engineering technology equations, systems of equations and matrices, basic statistics, and introductory vector analysis.
Prerequisites & Notes:
A grade of “C” or better in MAT 1270 or Math ACT of 20 or above or equivalent SAT score or by equivalent placement.
Credits: 3
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EGT 1323 - Computers for Engineering Technology.
(2-2-3) On Demand. This course prepares students for most effectively using computers for engineering technology applications.
Credits: 3
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EGT 1413 - Introduction to Engineering Technology.
(3-0-3) F. An introduction to the technological areas of communication, transportation, construction and manufacturing. The course includes study of the evolution and current status of each area as well as their interrelationships.
Credits: 3
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EGT 2004G - Materials Science and Evaluation.
(3-2-4) On Demand. This course provides a broad introductory study of the basic characteristics of natural and synthetic materials, including metals, polymers, ceramics, and composites. This course places particular emphasis on the physical, mechanical, and chemical properties of materials, as well as their realized and potential applications. Course lectures and discussions will be enhanced by laboratory experiences where students will evaluate properties for various materials through mechanical testing, chemical and heat treatments, and microscopic examination.
Credits: 4
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EGT 2043 - Computer-Aided Engineering Drawing.
(1-4-3) F. Sketching, spatial visualization, computer-aided drawing (CAD) procedures, multi-view drawing, dimensioning, tolerancing, threads and fasteners, and descriptive geometry. EGR 941
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
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EGT 2324 - Electricity and Electronic Controls.
(3-3-4) On Demand. This course introduces students to electrical theories through practice. Students will examine multiple control mechanisms to most effectively utilize electricity and electronics with the use of sensors, switching, microcontrollers, and programmable logic controllers.
Prerequisites & Notes:
A grade of “C” or better in EGT 1323 or BUS 1950.
Credits: 4
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EGT 2424 - Manufacturing and Fabrication Processes.
(2-4-4) S. Study of processes involved in transforming primary materials into manufactured and fabricated products through casting, molding, turning, drilling, shaping, milling, grinding, forming, conditioning, fastening and finishing processes.
Prerequisites & Notes:
A grade of “C” or better in EGT 2004G.
Credits: 4
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EGT 2773 - Safety for Engineering Technology Professionals.
(3-0-3) On Demand. This course prepares engineering technology students for a career in the engineering technology workforce with an awareness of hazards in the workplace and techniques for managing them.
Prerequisites & Notes:
A grade of “C” or better in EGT 1413 or CMG 1000.
Credits: 3
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EGT 3063 - 3D Modeling.
(1-4-3) S. Planning and developing computer-aided solid models for design and manufacturing and assembly modeling.
Prerequisites & Notes:
EGT 2043.
Credits: 3
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EGT 3103 - Robots and Control Systems.
(1-4-3) On Demand. A study of control systems and programming languages related to robots, programmable controllers, and automated systems used for transportation control. Mechanical, electrical, and fluid control systems used for automated control will be emphasized.
Prerequisites & Notes:
EGT 2324.
Credits: 3
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EGT 3253 - Energy Technology.
(3-0-3) On Demand. A study of energy sources and energy conversion processes involving electrical, mechanical, fluidic, and other methods. Includes theory of conversion, principles of operation and basic design.
Prerequisites & Notes:
EGT 1303 or Math ACT score of 20 or higher.
Credits: 3
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EGT 3414 - Engineering Technology Project Management.
(4-0-4) F. This course is designed to prepare students to analyze and evaluate the worth of products, systems, structures, and services in relation to their costs; develop and utilize network techniques such as PERT/CPM; schedule activities; develop project budgets; allocate resources; and control progress and costs of technical projects.
Prerequisites & Notes:
EGT 1323.
Credits: 4
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EGT 3453 - Renewable Energy.
(3-0-3) On Demand. A study of the technology and systems of alternative and renewable energy resources with emphasis on energy generation and utilization for heating, cooling, electrical generation, industrial processes, transportation, residential and commercial uses.
Prerequisites & Notes:
EGT 3253.
Credits: 3
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EGT 3663 - CNC and Rapid Prototyping.
(2-2-3) On Demand. Introduction to subtractive and additive manufacturing processes focusing on Computer Numerical Control Technology and Rapid Prototyping Technology. This course includes a study of engineering design, product development processes, design for manufacturing, and reverse engineering technology.
Prerequisites & Notes:
A grade of “C” or better in EGT 3063. This course is restricted to Engineering Technology majors and minors.
Credits: 3
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EGT 3703 - Machine Design.
(3-0-3) S. Design of basic machine components: shafts, springs, bearings, gears, fasteners, belts, chains, screws, lubrication systems, welded joints, brakes, clutches, and hydraulic/pneumatic systems.
Prerequisites & Notes:
EGT 2953 and PHY 1151G/1152G.
Credits: 3
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EGT 3753 - Biometrics in Engineering Technology.
(2-2-3) On Demand. A study on the fundamentals of biometrics and its technological applications including identification, verification, surveillance, and security.
Prerequisites & Notes:
A grade of “C” or better in EGT 2324. This course is restricted to Engineering Technology and Computer Information Technology majors.
Credits: 3
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EGT 3763 - Automation and Data Capture.
(2-2-3) On Demand. This course allows students to develop automated systems for sorting, picking, and other distribution logistic operations using programmable logic controllers, micro-controllers, barcoding, and radio-frequency identification (RFID) to coincide with databases and inventory management.
Prerequisites & Notes:
EGT 2324
Credits: 3
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EGT 3803 - Engineering Technology Ergonomics.
(3-0-3) On Demand. This course prepares students to design jobs, tasks, and workstations that will prevent cumulative traumatic disorders, repetitive motion diseases, circadian disruption, and workplace stress.
Prerequisites & Notes:
A grade of “C” or better in EGT 2773.
Credits: 3
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EGT 4503 - Engineering Technology Cost Analysis.
(3-0-3) On Demand. Engineering Technology Cost Analysis examines engineering costs, machine depreciation, and return on investment as it affects the engineering workplace.
Prerequisites & Notes:
A grade of “C” or better in EGT 3414 and MAT 1271 or MAT 1330.
Credits: 3
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EGT 4673 - Work Measurement and Method Design.
(3-0-3) S. Principles of motion and time study and methods engineering for the purpose of increasing productivity and reducing human effort. Special emphasis will be given to design and measurement of work in industrial environments.
Prerequisites & Notes:
EGT 1323 and MAT 2120G or 1441G.
Credits: 3
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EGT 4704 - Engineering Technology Capstone.
(2-4-4) Comprehensive applications of the knowledge and skills learned in a student’s degree program. Focus on the integration and synthesis of content through critical thinking, project development, presentation, and professional practice.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Senior standing and a grade of “C” or better in EGT 3414 and EGT 4943. This course is restricted to Engineering Technology majors.
Credits: 4
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EGT 4753 - Lean Manufacturing.
(3-0-3) On Demand. A course in the fundamental concepts, principles, and tools involved in Lean Manufacturing, including utilizing lean across industries as well as its implementation.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Junior Status and EGT 1323 with a grade of “C” or higher or equivalent course. Course may not be repeated.
Credits: 3
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EGT 4803 - Plant Layout and Material Handling.
(3-0-3) F. Study of the arrangement of physical facilities and material handling to optimize the interrelationships among operating personnel, material flow, and the methods required in achieving enterprise objectives efficiently, economically, and safely.
Prerequisites & Notes:
EGT 1323, EGT 2043, and MAT 2120G or 1441G.
Credits: 3
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EGT 4823 - Facility Security.
(3-0-3) Study of physical security system including: assets, threats, vulnerabilities, and risks; Crime Prevention through Environmental Design (CPTED), site, exterior, and interior security; physical protection system design; integrated security and surveillance systems; security assessment; and security management and its role in organizations.
Credits: 3
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EGT 4843 - Statistical Quality and Reliability.
(3-0-3) S. Principles of total quality control; Shewhart control charts; acceptance sampling; capability and reliability studies.
Prerequisites & Notes:
EGT 1323 and BUS 2810 or MAT 2250G.
Credits: 3
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EGT 4903 - OSHA Certification for General Industry.
(3-0-3) S. Department of Labor coursework for OSHA-30 General Industry. The OSHA-30 is a certificate provided through the United States Department of Labor signifying 30 hours of safety training. Additional time will be spent on safety and liability management.
Credits: 3
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EGT 4943 - Manufacturing Management.
(3-0-3) F, S. Survey of technical management areas in a manufacturing operation. This course will include but not be limited to a study of production control methods, plant layout, scheduling, inventory control, and other phases of planning, organizing, and controlling a manufacturing operation. WI
Prerequisites & Notes:
EGT 1303, EGT 2424, and EGT 4753.
Credits: 3
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ENG 0990 - English as a Second Language I.
(3-3-4) F, S. (Credit/No Credit. Does not count toward graduation. Does not count in cumulative GPA.) For students whose native language is not English. Basic review of oral and reading comprehension and expression, including basic vocabulary, sentence structure, and usage; basic oral skills in a cultural context.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of 500 minimum or certification at English Language Schools Level 9.
Credits: 4
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ENG 0995 - English as a Second Language II.
(3-2-4) F, S. (Credit/No Credit. Does not count toward graduation. Does not count in cumulative grade-point average.) For students whose native language is not English. Advanced review of Standard English usage, vocabulary, sentence structure, and paragraphing; introduction to theme writing; some work on oral skills in a cultural context.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ENG 0990 or Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) score of 550 minimum or certification at English Language Schools Level 9 with certification of proficiency.
Credits: 4
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ENG 1000 - Fundamentals of College Composition.
(3-0-3) F, S. Graded (ABC/NC) (Does not count toward graduation, but course grade does count in GPA.) A course in the improvement of the fundamentals of entry-level college writing skills. Practice and instruction in the development of an individualized process of analytical reading, prewriting, drafting, revising, editing, and proofreading. Required of students who do not meet the prerequisites for ENG 1001G and to serve as a foundational course to support preparation for the first-year writing sequence (ENG 1001G and 1002G). WC
Prerequisites & Notes:
Students who have both a high school GPA below a 3.0 and a SAT-Writing score of 430 and below/ACT-English score of 17 and below. If students wish to challenge their placement into ENG 1000, they can take the ENG 1001G Challenge Essay administered by the English department. If they pass the challenge essay, they can enroll directly into ENG 1001G.
Credits: 3
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ENG 1001G - College Composition I: Critical Reading & Source-Based Writing.
(3-0-3). (Graded A, B, C, N/C). College Composition I focuses on informative, analytical, evaluative, and persuasive writing and introduces students to college-level research. Students will develop sound writing processes, produce cogent writing, strengthen analytical reading skills, and work with sources. C1 900 WC
Prerequisites & Notes:
Passing grade (“C” or better) in ENG 1000 or direct placement into ENG 1001G. Students who have either a minimum high school GPA of 3.00 or a minimum ACT-English score of 18/SAT-Writing score of 430 will be placed into ENG 1001G. Students who have both a high school GPA below 3.00 and a 17 or below on ACT-English (420 or below on SAT-Writing) will be placed into ENG 1000. However, if students want to challenge their placement into ENG 1000, they will write in response to an assignment prompt administered by the English department (Composition Committee), and the department will evaluate whether placement into ENG 1001G is appropriate.
Credits: 3
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ENG 1002G - College Composition II: Argument & Critical Inquiry.
(3-0-3) (Graded A, B, C, N/C). College Composition II focuses on argumentation and the critical inquiry and use of sources and arguments. Course work entails analyzing others’ arguments and writing a variety of well-researched and ethically responsible arguments. Students gain further practice finding relevant information from a variety of sources and evaluating, synthesizing, and presenting that information. C1 901R WC
Prerequisites & Notes:
A grade of “C” or better in ENG1001G/1091G.
Credits: 3
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ENG 1009G - Stories Matter 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.
(3-0-3) On Demand. A study of literary texts that engage some of the most vital topics in our world today. (1: Media and Popular Culture; 2: Law and Social Justice; 3: Identity and Culture; 4: Science and Technology; 5: Health and Medicine). WI
Prerequisites & Notes:
C” or better in ENG 1000 (may be taken concurrently) or ENG 1001G (may be taken concurrently). A limit of 3 hours may be applied to a major or minor.
Credits: 3
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ENG 1091G - College Composition I: Critical Reading & Source-Based Writing, Honors.
(3-0-3) F. (Graded A, B, C, N/C). College Composition I, Honors, focuses on informative, analytical, evaluative, and persuasive writing and introduces students to college-level research. Students will develop sound writing processes, produce cogent writing, strengthen analytical reading skills, and work with sources. C1 900 WC
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to the University Honors College.
Credits: 3
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ENG 1092G - College Composition II: Argument & Critical Inquiry, Honors.
(3-0-3) S. (Graded A, B, C, N/C). College Composition II, Honors, focuses on argumentation and the critical inquiry and use of sources and arguments. Course work entails analyzing others’ arguments and writing a variety of well-researched and ethically responsible arguments. Students gain further practice finding relevant information from a variety of sources and evaluating, synthesizing, and presenting that information. C1 901R WC
Prerequisites & Notes:
A grade of “C” or better in ENG 1001G or 1091G.
Credits: 3
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ENG 1099G - Stories Matter, Honors 1, 2, 3, 4, 5.
(3-0-3) On Demand. A study of literary texts that engage some of the most vital topics in our world today. (1: Media and Popular Culture; 2: Law and Social Justice; 3: Identity and Culture; 4: Science and Technology; 5: Health and Medicine. WI
Prerequisites & Notes:
ENG 1001G or ENG 1091G.
Credits: 3
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ENG 1105 - English Major Forum.
(1-0-1) F, S. (Graded A, B, C, N/C) This course is designed to enhance the transition, integration, and retention of new, newly declared, and prospective English majors by providing them with an introduction to peers and faculty affiliated with English Studies, timely access to information necessary for productive planning, strategies for academic success, and an opportunity to chart a course through the major that prepares them for success in the future.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Students must enroll before they have completed 90 credit hours.
Credits: 1
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ENG 2000 - Introduction to Creative Writing.
(3-0-3) F, S. This course will introduce students to reading for craft and writing creatively across poetry, fiction, nonfiction and dramatic genres. Students will participate in workshops of their creative work and read writing in each genre. WC
Prerequisites & Notes:
A grade of “C” or better in ENG 1002G.
Credits: 3
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ENG 2011G - World/Multicultural Literatures.
(3-0-3) A course focusing on the global perspectives that can be gained from reading world and/or multicultural literatures. Focus will vary each semester. WI
Prerequisites & Notes:
“C” or better in ENG 1000 (may be taken concurrently) or ENG 1001G (may be taken concurrently).
Credits: 3
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ENG 2091G - World/Multicultural Literatures, Honors.
(3-0-3) On Demand. A course focusing on the global perspectives that can be gained from reading world and/or multicultural literatures. Focus will vary each semester. WI
Prerequisites & Notes:
ENG 1001G or ENG 1091G.
Credits: 3
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ENG 2205 - Introduction to Literary Studies.
(3-0-3) F, S. A study of fundamental issues underlying literary criticism and interpretation focusing on literary works, diverse critical practices, and historical backgrounds of critical strategies. Required of English Majors, open to others. WI
Prerequisites & Notes:
ENG 1002G and ENG 1105, or ENG 1002G and concurrent enrollment in ENG 1105.
Credits: 3
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