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MGT 429 - Executive Strategies & Policies
A top management point of view of organizations emphasizing adaptation to external influences and opportunities. Also considered is how e-commerce and concern for the natural environment affect traditional businesses and industries, and open up new opportunities. The course is designed to develop the student’s ability to recognize, interpret and respond to social, political, economic, technological and international forces. The course requires students to integrate knowledge from previous business courses.
Requisites: Senior standing, all business and management core courses. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 4 cr
4 cr |
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MGT 451 - Creativity & Business Feasibility Analysis
This course requires students to develop a business idea along with extensive testing of its feasibility in the market. The class will incorporate elements of design think and creativity training. Market analysis of the feasibility of the venture will be conducted through questionnaires, interviews, and focus groups, as well as through trade publications and business databases. The study will be utilized throughout courses in the minor and will form the basis of the business plan in MGT 459 - New Venture Commercialization .
Requisites: Senior standing, MGT 351 and/or MKT 331 (depending on the minor), or instructor permission (Required, Previous).
XLIST: MKT 451
Credits: 4 cr
4 cr |
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MGT 455 - Entrepreneurship Project
The focus of this course is on developing the knowledge and skills to facilitate the survival and growth of existing small businesses that are owned and managed by local entrepreneurs. Students will be organized into teams, and each team will be assigned a consulting client. Through a series of steps, each team will identify value-creating deliverables for the client and produce a final consulting report.
Requisites: MGT 351 , instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
XLIST: MKT 455
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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MGT 459 - New Venture Commercialization
This course draws on a broad range of business disciplines including management, marketing, finance and accounting to develop a business plan. Students can work on commercializing a business concept developed during MGT 351 and/or MKT 451 classes, or work on commercializing inventions by SVSU College of Engineering, or business ideas by SVSU College of Health and Human Services. Critical elements of the business plan include industry/market analysis, clear opportunity and concept definition, target market analysis, a comprehensive human resource plan, financial pro forma analysis, as well as statements of sources and uses of funds, and an assessment of critical risks. Semester-long work on the business plan culminates with a presentation during a business plan competition.
Requisites: MGT 351 , MKT 451 or MGT 451 and junior standing (Required, Previous).
Credits: 4 cr
4 cr |
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MGT 467 - Internship in Family Business Management
The internship in family business management provides an advanced experiential learning opportunity. The intern will review current family business management studies, identify family business challenges in a family business, and provide and evaluate alternative solutions. At the conclusion of the internship experience, the student will be required to provide a formal and reflective report on the family business.
Requisites: MGT 363 (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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MGT 468 - Seminar in Family Business Management
The seminar in family business management will provide an advanced observational learning opportunity for students. Students will review the relevant family business management literature and target an actual family business as a case study. Through interviews and observational techniques the student will identify family business challenges and provide and evaluate alternative solutions. At the end of the seminar, students will be required to provide a formal report that analyzes the selected family business.
Requisites: MGT 363. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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MGT 490 - Special Topics in Management
An examination of various special topics in the area of management.
Requisites: MGT 321, junior standing. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 1-4 cr
1-4 cr |
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MGT 491 - Special Seminar
A departmental seminar in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive, title will appear on the course schedule and the transcript.
Requisites: As listed in the course schedule. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 1-4 cr
1-4 cr |
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MGT 493 - Directed Readings
An organized plan of readings in one or more aspects of the discipline. The student and instructor must agree on a plan of readings prior to enrollment.
Requisites: Instructor permission, a 3.00 GPA or higher, and a minimum of 12 credits in the discipline. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 1-3 cr
1-3 cr |
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MGT 494 - Independent Research
An independent research project in the discipline by a student or a cooperative research project with a faculty member. The student and instructor must agree on a project before enrollment.
Requisites: Instructor permission, a 3.00 GPA or higher, and a minimum of 12 credits in the discipline. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 1-4 cr
1-4 cr |
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MGT 498 - Honors Thesis
Preparation and completion of an Honors Thesis. May enroll twice, once for the preparation of the proposal and once for its completion.
Requisites: Honors student status and thesis advisor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
Marketing |
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MKT 235 - Statistics I
Collection, analysis and statistical interpretation of data which include description of data, elementary probability theory, sampling, statistical estimation and inference.
Requisites: MATH 120B or MATH 141. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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MKT 236 - Statistics II
Application of statistical techniques to forecasting and other business and economics problems. Topics covered are regression, correlation, analysis of variance, time series and index number, some nonparametric techniques and Bayes’ Theorem.
Requisites: ECON 235 or MKT 235. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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MKT 331 - Marketing Principles
Course embraces both micro and macro approaches with emphasis on the former. Content includes: assessment of marketing’s role in society; analysis of buyer behavior; administration of domestic and international marketing programs; treatment of marketing information/communication systems; and consideration of socio-economic, political and technical factors affecting marketing decisions.
Requisites: Junior standing. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 4 cr
4 cr |
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MKT 332 - Retail Management
An examination of essential principles and practices of retail management, including site selection, store design and department layout, merchandise management, sales promotion and customer services. Additionally the course considers the broad issues of modern marketing and financial strategies as they affect retail distribution and clarifies new influences at work in the retail environment.
Requisites: MKT 331, junior standing. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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MKT 333 - Sales Management
Understanding and development of a set of pervasive relatively universal sales and management concepts into which different contents can be put and applied to different situations. Case and/or field work may be used to illustrate the concepts.
Requisites: MKT 331, junior standing. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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MKT 334 - Physical Distribution Management
The orientation of the course is concerned with the efforts of an individual firm’s objective to develop an effective and efficient physical distribution system. Parts of the system are studied and analytical tools are presented for selecting those alternatives which will attain the distribution goals of the firm.
Requisites: MKT 331, junior standing. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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MKT 335 - Advertising Strategy
An intensive investigation of the underlying ideas, principles and concepts which may be used to inform consumers of the availability and attributes of products and services.
Requisites: MKT 331, junior standing. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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MKT 336 - Services Marketing
Course focuses on the practical techniques for defining and meeting the needs of each set of an organization’s external and internal customers. Emphasizes the key drivers of service: empowered employees and customers; creating a culture of service; customer-focused information systems; incentives for customer service; and the leadership roles of senior, middle and lower levels of management.
Requisites: MKT 331, junior standing. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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MKT 337 - Industrial Marketing
An examination of the problems of marketing industrial goods. Attention is given to market information, marketing planning, methods of distribution, pricing, promotion and distributor/dealer systems.
Requisites: MKT 331, junior standing. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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MKT 339 - Field Project in Marketing
Students in this class will manage and operate a retail business in the Fall semester each year. Students will be responsible for customer service, merchandise display, signage creation and placement, point-of-purchase displays, employee training and marketing research.
Requisites: Junior standing, instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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MKT 342 - Experiential Learning in Global Business
The course provides students with an academic and experiential learning opportunity abroad. The primary goal of the course is to learn how to do business in an international setting.
Requisites: MGT 321 , instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
XLIST: MGT 342
Credits: 3 cr
Notes: Special course fees apply.
3 cr |
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MKT 346 - Franchising
This course takes an entrepreneurial view of starting and managing a new franchise from both the perspective of the franchisor and franchisee. Emphasis is placed on recognizing and evaluating opportunities for franchise entrepreneurs, the development of appropriate strategies and plans and the implementation and launch of a new franchise.
Requisites: Junior standing. (Required, Previous).
XLIST: MGT 346
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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MKT 390 - Special Topics
A departmental course in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the course schedule and the transcript.
Requisites: As listed in the course schedule (Required, Previous).
Credits: 1-4 cr
1-4 cr |
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MKT 432 - International Marketing
Study of global marketing management, international marketing research and overseas personnel policies. Study of marketing systems in the context of overall economic growth.
Requisites: MKT 331, junior standing. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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MKT 433 - Personal Selling
Understanding the value of developing personal selling skills by exposing students to a personal selling academic theory, role play scenarios, and real-world applications and ethical dilemmas. The course also studies the role of selling in the entire marketing process.
Requisites: MKT 331 , junior standing (Required, Previous)
Credits: 4 cr
4 cr |
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MKT 434 - Consumer Behavior and Analytics
Investigation of consumer marketing structure and behavior and their impact upon the firm’s, competitive operations and actions. The course also addresses how to use data analytics to learn about and market to individual consumers.
Requisites: MKT 331 , junior standing. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 4 cr
4 cr |
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MKT 435 - Marketing Research
Application of scientific methods for gathering, analyzing and evaluating information regarding marketing problems.
Requisites: ECON 335, MKT 331, junior standing. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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MKT 436 - Marketing Strategy
Study of the substantive and functional aspects of marketing strategy. It covers the elements of marketing analysis and the marketing mix. Students will have the opportunity to analyze a number of contemporary marketing cases as well as develop a marketing plan to illustrate the integration of the four tools of the marketing mix, product, price, distribution, and promotion, in development of the firm’s total marketing effort. The course is intended as a marketing capstone and will require students to integrate knowledge from other marketing courses.
Requisites: Senior standing (Required, Previous) and MKT 331 (Required, Previous or Concurrent)
Credits: 4 cr
4 cr |
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MKT 444 - Social Media Marketing
This course examines the use of Social Media as a unique channel for marketing to consumers and businesses. Specifically, it will look at issues such as Social Media strategy, online consumer behavior, network effects, online branding and traffic building, personalized marketing, and the use of Social Media analytical tools to assess a success of Social Media marketing campaign.
Requisites: MKT 331 , junior standing. (Required, Previous)
Credits: 4 cr
4 cr |
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MKT 451 - Creativity & Bus Feasibility Analysis
This course requires students to develop a business idea along with extensive testing of its feasibility in the market. The class will incorporate elements of design think and creativity training. Market analysis of the feasibility of the venture will be conducted through questionnaires, interviews and focus groups, as well as through trade publications and business databases. The study will be utilized throughout courses in the minor and will form the basis of the business plan in MGT 459 - New Venture Commercialization .
Requisites: Senior standing, MGT 351 and/or MKT 331 , or instructor permission (Required, Previous).
XLIST: MGT 451
Credits: 4 cr
4 cr |
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MKT 453 - Advanced Selling and Negotiation
This course develops skills to understand customer need analysis, create effective presentation and interpersonal communication, examine advanced negotiation, and develop sales planning. Several methods such as role-playing and cases will be used.
Requisites: MKT 433 , junior standing (Required, Previous)
Credits: 4 cr
4 cr |
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MKT 455 - Entrepreneurship Project
The focus is to facilitate the survival and growth of existing small businesses that are owned and managed by local entrepreneurs. Thus students will be organized into teams and each team will be assigned a consulting client. Through an evolving series of steps each team will identify value-creating deliverables for the client and a final consulting report.
Requisites: MGT 351 , instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
XLIST: MGT 455
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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MKT 459 - Business Plan Seminar
The business plan seminar focuses on the mechanics of constructing a creative, realistic and effective business plan for a new concept developed by the student. The course is intended as a hands-on experience that explores the process of creating a professional business plan for a new venture either in an existing business or as an entrepreneur.
Requisites: ACCT 352, FIN 311, MGT 351. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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MKT 490 - Special Topics
A departmental course in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the course schedule and the transcript.
Requisites: MKT 331 (Required, Previous).
Credits: 1-4 cr
1-4 cr |
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MKT 491 - Special Seminar
A departmental seminar in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the course schedule and the transcript.
Requisites: As listed in the course schedule. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 1-4 cr
1-4 cr |
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MKT 493 - Directed Readings in Marketing
A student must submit a plan of study for approval by the faculty member and the dean before enrolling.
Requisites: MKT 331, senior standing. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 1-4 cr
1-4 cr |
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MKT 494 - Independent Research
An independent research project in the discipline by a student or a cooperative research project with a faculty member. The student and instructor must agree on a project before enrollment.
Requisites: Instructor permission, a 3.00 GPA or higher, and a minimum of 12 credits in the discipline. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 1-4 cr
1-4 cr |
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MKT 496 - Field Studies
Applications of the discipline in off-campus locations. The student and instructor must agree on the project before enrollment.
Requisites: Instructor permission, a 2.50 GPA or higher, and a minimum of 12 credits in the discipline. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 1-4 cr
Notes: May enroll only twice in one department.
1-4 cr |
Mathematical Sciences |
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2 cr |
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4 cr |
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MATH 103 - Intermediate Algebra
Sets, axioms, factoring, functions, first and second degree equations and inequalities, graphs, exponents and radicals.
Requisites: MATH 082 or satisfactory score on math placement test. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 4 cr
Notes: Not applicable to general education requirements and/or minor requirements.
4 cr |
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MATH 110 - Math for Elementary Teachers I
An introduction to the mathematical content knowledge needed by those who plan to teach in grades K-8. Included are mathematical reasoning; patterns; numeration systems; numerical computations; estimation strategies; introductory concepts of number theory; properties of whole numbers, integers, rational numbers, irrational numbers culminating in the set of real numbers; problem-solving and mathematical modeling with connections among mathematical ideas and within contexts in the larger physical world. Teacher candidates use the language of mathematics to communicate mathematical ideas orally and in writing. Topics from the history of mathematics and from various cultural perspectives are integrated within the course material. This course prepares teacher candidates for the mathematics basic skills portion of the Michigan Test for Teacher Certification; thus teacher candidates perform all calculations without the use of a calculator.
Requisites: MATH 082 or satisfactory score on math placement test. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 4 cr
4 cr |
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4 cr |
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MATH 120A - Algebraic Methods: College Algebra (GE3)
MATH 120 is offered as MATH 120A - Algebraic Methods: College Algebra or MATH 120B Algebraic Methods: Finite Math (GE3) .
Using algebraic techniques, students develop analytical reasoning skills to construct mathematical models, solve problems and interpret results.
In MATH 120A, students engage in a more in-depth development and extension of the algebraic concepts and method introduced in MATH 103 . Topics include algebraic expressions, equations and inequalities; functions, their transformations and graphs; polynomials and rational functions; rational and complex zeros of polynomials, systems of equations and inequalities; applications of matrices.
Requisites: MATH 103 or satisfactory score on math placement test. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 4 cr
General Education: Category 3
4 cr |
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MATH 120B - Algebraic Methods: Finite Math (GE3)
MATH 120 is offered as MATH 120A - Algebraic Methods: College Algebra (GE3) or MATH 120B - Algebraic Methods: Finite Math (GE3) . Using algebraic techniques, students develop analytical reasoning skills to construct mathematical models, solve problems and interpret results.
In MATH 120B, students study equations and inequalities, functions, systems of equations, linear programming including the simplex method, quadratic functions, exponential and logarithmic functions, mathematics of finance, introductions to differential calculus including derivatives and applications. The course emphasizes applications from business and economics.
Requisites: MATH 103 or satisfactory score on math placement test. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 4 cr
General Education: Category 3
4 cr |
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MATH 125 - Contemporary Mathematics (GE3)
A liberal arts course providing an introduction to logical inference, statistics, probability, management science, social choice, concepts of size and shape, algorithmic processes and consumer mathematics. Emphasis on understanding rather than computational expertise. Includes a library and writing component.
Requisites: MATH 082 or satisfactory score on course placement test. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 4 cr
General Education: Category 3
4 cr |
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MATH 132 - Statistical Methods
Offered as MATH 132A - Statistical Methods: General Statistics (GE3) or MATH 132B - Statistical Methods: Biostatistics (GE3) . In this introduction to statistical methodology, students identify methods of acquiring, organizing and analyzing data so as to make decisions and respond to arguments. Topics include graphical representation of data, probability distributions, confidence intervals and hypothesis test, parametric and non-parametric techniques, regression and correlation, and analysis of variance.
Credits: 4 cr
4 cr |
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MATH 132A - Statistical Methods: General Statistics (GE3)
MATH 132 is offered as MATH 132A - Statistical Methods: General Statistics (GE3) or MATH 132B - Statistical Methods: Biostatistics (GE3) . In this introduction to statistical methodology, students identify methods of acquiring, organizing and analyzing data so as to make decisions and respond to arguments. Topics include graphical representation of data, probability distributions, confidence intervals and hypothesis test, parametric and non-parametric techniques, regression and correlation, and analysis of variance. Includes applications from many arenas such as business, politics, medicine and health, the social and behavioral sciences, education and environmental science.
Requisites: MATH 082 or satisfactory score on math placement test. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 4 cr
General Education: Category 3
4 cr |
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MATH 132B - Statistical Methods: Biostatistics (GE3)
MATH 132 is offered as MATH 132A - Statistical Methods: General Statistics (GE3) or MATH 132B - Statistical Methods: Biostatistics (GE3) . In this introduction to statistical methodology, students identify methods of acquiring, organizing and analyzing data so as to make decisions and respond to arguments. Topics include graphical representation of data, probability distributions, confidence intervals and hypothesis test, parametric and non-parametric techniques, regression and correlation, and analysis of variance. Special emphasis on applications from biology and the health sciences.
Requisites: MATH 082 or satisfactory score on math placement test. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 4 cr
General Education: Category 3
4 cr |
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MATH 140 - Introductory Mathematical Analysis (GE3)
Introductory topics in mathematical analysis with special emphasis on functions including logarithmic, exponential and trigonometric functions.
Requisites: MATH 120A or satisfactory score on math placement test. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 4 cr
General Education: Category 3
4 cr |
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MATH 161 - Calculus I (GE3)
Introduction to limits, continuity, derivatives and integrals. Applications of derivatives and integrals.
Requisites: MATH 140 or satisfactory placement. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 4 cr
General Education: Category 3
4 cr |
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MATH 162 - Calculus II
Derivatives and integrals of non-algebraic functions. Techniques of integration. Improper integrals. Further applications of derivatives and integrals. Parametric equations and polar coordinates. Analytic geometry and conic sections. Infinite sequences and series.
Requisites: MATH 161. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 4 cr
4 cr |
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MATH 190 - Special Topics
Topics of special or current interest are offered periodically. The credit allowed for the particular course will be set by the department. Appropriate prerequisite and contents will vary with the nature of the course offering and will be determined by the department.
Credits: 1-3 cr
1-3 cr |
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MATH 193 - College Success
This course is attached to select existing Basic Skills and General Education courses for the purpose of enhancing the success of first year college students. More detail can be found in the catalog section resources and services for students.
Requisites: Academic advisor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 1 cr
1 cr |
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MATH 210 - Mathematics for Elementary Teachers II
A continuation of MATH 110. Included are mathematical reasoning and proof; complex patterns; number theory concepts; measurement; geometric concepts such as congruence, similarity, symmetry, transformations, and coordinate geometry; functions, graphing and other algebraic concepts; elementary probability and statistics; mathematical modeling in a variety of contexts. Topics from the history of mathematics and from various cultural perspectives are integrated within the course material. Teacher candidates will be exposed to technology that is relevant to the teaching and learning of course material.
Requisites: MATH 103, MATH 110. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 4 cr
4 cr |
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MATH 214 - Geometry
Computations and proofs in geometry, including angles, measurement, congruent triangles, parallel and polygon theorems, right triangles, circles, areas, coordinate geometry, space geometry and non-Euclidean geometry.
Requisites: MATH 103 (Required, Previous). | MATH 210 or instructor permission (Required, Previous).
Credits: 4 cr
Notes: Not applicable to general education requirements. Not applicable to minor except for elementary education majors or mathematics minor for teacher certification.
4 cr |
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MATH 223 - Matrix Algebra
This course examines linear systems, Gaussian elimination, matrix operations, determinants, vector spaces, linear transformations, eigenvalues, eigenvectors, diagonalization, inner product spaces, and applications.
Requisites: MATH 161. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 4 cr
4 cr |
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MATH 261 - Calculus III
Three dimensional analytic geometry and vectors. Limits and continuity of functions of several variables. Partial derivatives, multiple integrals, vector calculus and applications.
Requisites: MATH 162. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 4 cr
4 cr |
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MATH 262 - Differential Equations
Exact solutions of common types of first-order ordinary differential equations, linear equations of higher order, power series solutions, Laplace transforms, linear systems including matrix methods, graphical and numerical techniques and applications of differential equations.
Requisites: MATH 261. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 4 cr
4 cr |
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MATH 281 - Math Found of Actuarial Sci
Fundamental mathematical tools for quantitatively accessing and managing financial risk. The course is specifically geared toward the student preparing for the Course 1 Actuarial Examination.
Requisites: MATH 261 (Required, Previous). | MATH 304 (Required, Previous or Concurrent).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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MATH 290 - Special Topics
Topics of special or current interest are offered periodically. The credit allowed for the particular course will be set by the department. Appropriate prerequisite and contents will vary with the nature of the course offering and will be determined by the department.
Credits: 1-3 cr
1-3 cr |
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MATH 291 - Special Topics
A departmental seminar in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the course schedule and the transcript.
Requisites: As listed in the course schedule. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 1-4 cr
1-4 cr |
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MATH 300 - Discrete Math Structures
Sets, logic and induction, combinations and permutations, graph theory, functions and relations, Boolean algebras and other structures, isomorphisms, homomorphisms, finite state machines.
Requisites: MATH 161 (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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MATH 302 - Introduction to Modern Mathematics
Historical development of the major concepts in geometry, algebra and logic. The nature of geometric and algebraic systems.
Requisites: MATH 261 or one 300-level MATH course. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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MATH 304 - Applied Probability & Statistics
Intended for students who have had one year of calculus. Basic probability theory, applications, using combinations, continuous and discrete random, variables, estimation, test of hypotheses, correlation and regression, and confidence, intervals.
Requisites: MATH 162. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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MATH 310 - Mathematical Modeling
Mathematical models and modeling techniques drawing on various branches of mathematics, such as algebra, geometry, calculus, and statistics.
Requisites: Elementary Ed majors, MATH 214 , MATH 125 , MATH 132 and MATH 161 , or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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MATH 311 - Applied Stochastic Processes
Stochastic Modeling, conditional probability, Markov Chains, Poisson Processes, queuing theory, continuous time Markov Processes and Brownian Motion.
Requisites: MATH 162. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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MATH 313 - Number Theory
An elementary introduction to the theory of numbers. Topics may include prime factorization, Euclidean algorithm, congruencies, Diophantine equations, distribution of primes, quadratic, residues and continued fractions.
Requisites: MATH 261. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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MATH 323 - Linear Algebra
Matrices over a field. Vector spaces and linear transformations. Derivation of the standard canonical forms. Includes probability and statistical applications and other related topics.
Requisites: MATH 262. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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MATH 390 - Special Topics
Topics of special or current interest are offered periodically. The credit allowed for the particular course will be set by the department. Appropriate prerequisite and contents will vary with the nature of the course offering and will be determined by the department.
Credits: 1-3 cr
1-3 cr |
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MATH 393 - Readings in Mathematics
The course content must be submitted by student to department for approval before the student may enroll.
Requisites: 3.00 GPA and instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 1-4 cr
1-4 cr |
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MATH 403 - Complex Analysis
Properties of complex functions. Cauchy-Riemann, equations, analytic functions, mappings, Cauchy-Goursat Theorem, Taylor and Laurent series, residues and poles and conformal mapping.
Requisites: MATH 262, one 300-level MATH course. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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MATH 405 - Real Analysis
A detailed study of the real number system; functions, limits, continuity, uniform continuity; point sets: open, closed, compact and connected; differentiation and integration.
Requisites: MATH 262, one 300-level MATH course. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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MATH 419 - Applied Algebra
An introduction to abstract algebraic tools that are useful for applications. Topics covered include the structure of integers, groups, finite fields and their polynomial rings and their applications to the construction of error correcting codes, public key crypto-systems and security, and finite state machines.
Requisites: MATH 261 or MATH 162; and one 300-level MATH course. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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MATH 420 - Abstract Algebra
Group theory, ring theory and field theory, isomorphism theorems and polynomial rings.
Requisites: MATH 262, one 300-level MATH course (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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MATH 441 - Numerical Analysis I
Theory of matrices. Numerical solution of linear and non-linear algebraic equations and eigenvalue problems; curve fitting; interpolation theory; numerical integration; differentiation and solution of differential equations; algorithms and computer programming.
Requisites: MATH 262, one 300-level MATH course (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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MATH 454 - Probability & Statistics I
Mathematical probability as a basic of statistics. Discrete and continuous probability models, conditional probability and independence, random variables, central limit theorem, sampling distributions, estimation, confidence intervals and test of hypothesis.
Requisites: MATH 262. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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MATH 471 - Abstract Geometry
An axiomatic approach to geometry. Selected geometries studied in depth.
Requisites: MATH 162, and MATH 300, MATH 302 or MATH 323. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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MATH 476 - Content/Concepts: Sec School Mathematics
Connections between content of college mathematics courses and secondary school mathematics, exploration of various approaches, view of mathematics as a dynamic body of knowledge. Restricted to majors in Mathematics Teacher Certification.
Requisites: Math teacher certification major, one 400-level MATH course or instructor permission (Required, Previous).
Credits: 2 cr
2 cr |
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MATH 480 - Senior Seminar in Math
Problem solving using selected topics from the common courses required in the majors offered by the Department of Mathematical Sciences.
Requisites: Senior standing or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 1 cr
1 cr |
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MATH 490 - Special Topics
Topics of special or current interest are offered periodically. The credit allowed for the particular course will be set by the department. Appropriate prerequisite and contents will vary with the nature of the course offering and will be determined by the department.
Credits: 1-3 cr
1-3 cr |
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MATH 491 - Special Topics
A departmental seminar in a subject area no, currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the course schedule and the transcript.
Requisites: As listed in the course schedule. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 1-3 cr
1-3 cr |
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MATH 492 - Honors
A course approved by the honors committee in a subject area not currently listed in the catalog. A descriptive title will appear on the course schedule and the transcript.
Requisites: As listed in the course schedule and honors status or a 3.40 GPA or higher and instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 1-4 cr
1-4 cr |
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MATH 493 - Readings in Math
The course content must be submitted by student to department for approval before the student may enroll.
Requisites: 3.00 GPA and instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 1-4 cr
1-4 cr |
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MATH 498 - Honors Thesis
Preparation and completion of an Honors Thesis. May enroll twice, one for the preparation of the proposal and once for its completion.
Requisites: Honors student status and thesis advisor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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ME 101 - Engineering Careers & Concepts
Introduction to engineering careers, including the ethical, social, professional and economic environment in which engineering is practiced today. Students also will be introduced to fundamental concepts and modern methods for solving engineering problems through a semester-long design project. (2-0)
Requisites: All math Basic Skills. (Required, Previous).
XLIST: ECE 101
Credits: 2 cr
2 cr |
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ME 180 - Introduction to Engineering Design
Introduction to the engineering design process. Semester long design project. Team work and project management skills. Laboratories involving prototyping skills and machine shop use. (2-3)
Requisites: MATH 140 or MATH 161. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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ME 202 - Engineering Data Analysis
Applications of probability, statistics, and programming in the analysis of engineering and science data. Topics include probability, statistics, regression, ANOVA, quality control and principles in programming. (2-3)
Requisites: MATH 161. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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ME 220 - Computer Aided Design
Principles of engineering drawing and basic principles of graphical communication as a language and as a design tool for engineers. Construction of orthographic and pictorial views using freehand sketching followed by utilization of computer-aided design techniques using a CAD system on a personal computer to create 2-D and 3-D drawings and solid modeling presentations. (2-3)
Requisites: ECE 101 or ME 101. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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ME 250 - Principles of Engineering Materials
Introduction to atomic bonding and crystallography. The fundamental types of engineering materials including metals and alloys, ceramics, polymers and composites. Physical, chemical and mechanical properties of materials and their role in the selection of materials for design. X-ray diffraction, diffusion and dislocation in crystals. Phase diagrams and their significance. Corrosion and failure of materials and methods for prevention. Laboratories involving materials such as metals and alloys, ceramics, plastics and composites. Tests of both destructive (tensile, impact, creep and cold work) and nondestructive (hardness, X-ray diffraction, and microscopic tests) nature are conducted. Annealing, precipitation hardening and heat treatment processes are included. (3-3)
Requisites: CHEM 111, MATH 161. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 4 cr
4 cr |
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ME 251 - Engineering Statics
Static force analysis by means of vector algebra. Deals with force systems, moments and couples with emphasis on the use of free-body diagrams for solving applied equilibrium problems in engineering. (3-0)
Requisites: MATH 161 and PHYS 211 or concurrently with instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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ME 252 - Engineering Dynamics
The kinematics and kinetics of particles and rigid bodies using vector analysis. The solving of applied problems with Newton’s Second Law, work-energy and impulse-momentum methods for both translational and rotational motions with emphasis on planar motion problems. (3-0)
Requisites: PHYS 211, MATH 162, ME 251. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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ME 284 - Computational and Exp Methods in Engr
Use of modern engineering hardware and software tools and techniques for acquiring, reducing and analyzing data. Applications include basic algorithm development, graphing, regressions and curvefitting, statistics and experimental uncertainty analysis, design of experiments and computer based data acquisition. Solution of equations, optimization. Laboratories using mathematical application software. (Matlab). Data acquisition software (labView). (3-3)
Requisites: MATH 161, MATH 162, PHYS 211 (Required, Previous).
Credits: 4 cr
4 cr |
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ME 290 - Special Topics
Lower division level topics in the field of mechanical engineering are offered as needed.
Credits: 1-4 cr
1-4 cr |
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ME 300 - Introduction to Renewable Energy
Introductory engineering and economic principles of renewable energy systems including solar thermal, solar photovoltaic, wind, tidal, geothermal, fuel cells, biofuels and energy storage technologies including and advanced batteries, ammonia fuel, hydrogen fuel, capacitors and flywheels. Case studies on energy resources, extraction, efficiency, and end use are presented with an emphasis on analytic techniques that serve as an engineering and economic tool box for students.
Requisites: CHEM 111. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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ME 306 - Engineering Cost Analysis
Cost comparisons for engineering and technology. Time value of money related to capital investment, equipment replacement, production costs and other problems involving selection between alternatives for solving engineering and technology problems. (3-0)
Requisites: Junior standing. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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ME 311 - Thermodynamics I
First and Second Laws of Thermodynamics, properties of pure substances, equations of state, state diagrams, simple process analysis and concept of entropy. Emphasis on the use of property tables and charts in applying the First and Second Laws to analyze changes occurring in both open and closed systems. (3-0)
Requisites: CHEM 111, MATH 161, MATH 162, PHYS 211. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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ME 320 - Solid Modeling
Computer aided design in advanced 3-D solid modeling. Concept of parametric design. Generation of solid model drawings in the parts, assembly, sheet metal and draft environments. Intro to finite element analysis in CAD. Intro to rapid prototyping. Design project using solid modeling required. (2-3)
Requisites: ME 220. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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ME 340 - Engine Design
This course will cover the theory and practice of internal combustion (IC) engine design. Students will modify an IC GM small block V* engine to produce more power and torque over a usable RPM range in the laboratory portion. Topics will include IC operation, valve timing events, camshaft definitions, volumetric efficiency, cam spacing, hydraulic lifters, valve opening mechanism considerations, valve timing, degreeing, compression ratio, engine size, compression test, dampers, balance, combustion changer design, mixture motion, quench, abnormal combustion, cylinder pressure vs. power stroke, octane rating, and fuel air ratio. (2-3)
Requisites: ME 252, ME 311. (Required, Previous).
Credits: 3 cr
3 cr |
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