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2018-2019 Undergraduate Academic Catalog | Expires Aug. 2025 THIS CATALOG IS ARCHIVED. BE SURE YOU ARE ACCESSING THE MOST ACCURATE CATALOG FOR YOU.
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Mechanical Engineering |
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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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ME 350 - Wind Energy
Introduction to the wide variety of topics necessary to work or conduct research in the wind energy field. Included are the history of wind energy, the wind resource, modern wind turbine components and design, siting, applications of both small and large turbines, economics, environmental and social issues. A semester-long project for planning a wind farm in the Great Lakes region will be required.
Requisites: MATH 162, ME 251, ECE 235. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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ME 353 - Solid Mechanics
Compression, tension, shear, torsion and bending forces in structural members, including distribution of stress, deflections, buckling and fatigue on solid materials. Role of Mechanics of Materials in design. Laboratory provides hands-on experience to illustrate theoretical principles. Laboratory design project. (3-3)
Requisites: ME 250, ME 251. (Required, Previous).
Credits:4 cr
4 cr |
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ME 356 - Fluid Mechanics
Engineering applications, experiments, and design involving viscosity, statics (manometers, forces on submerged surfaces), kinematics, Bernoulli equations, conservation equations (mass, momentum, energy), dimensional analysis, the boundary layer and separation, duct flow, drag/lift forces, turbomachinery and flow measurement. (3-3)
Requisites: MATH 262, ME 252; or one or both concurrently. (Required, Previous).
Credits:4 cr
4 cr |
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ME 380 - Manufacturing Processes & Syst
An introduction to manufacturing processes and systems. Processing of metals, polymers, ceramics and composites. Selection of appropriate materials, processes and systems in conjunction with an engineering design is emphasized. Design for manufacturability, concurrent engineering and quality method fundamentals are introduced. Laboratory experiences involving material removal processes, forming, casting, injection molding, computer aided manufacturing, rapid prototyping and basic CNC concepts (3-3)
Requisites: ME 220, ME 250. (Required, Previous).
Credits:4 cr
4 cr |
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ME 382 - Industrial Robotics and Its Applications
Develop industrial robot’s specifications and tooling, develop virtual robotic application station, develop off-line program and verify program on-line with a real robot with teach pendant in the production environment. Explore robotic safety standards and protocols.
Requisites:
ME 220 and ME 252
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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ME 384 - Computational & Experimental Meth in Eng
Modeling and development of algorithms to solve engineering problems. Topics include nonlinear equations, optimization, matrix eigenvalue problems, multivariable regression, quadrature rules, spectrum analysis, and numerical solution of differential equations. Experiments are conducted to acquaint the student with measurement and analysis of the data using MATLAB. (3-3)
Requisites: ME 252 (Required, Previous). | MATH 262 (Required, Previous or concurrent).
Credits:4 cr
4 cr |
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ME 390 - Special Topics in ME
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.
Credits:1-4 cr
1-4 cr |
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ME 391 - Special Seminar in ME
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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ME 411 - Thermodynamics II
Ideal gas mixtures, psychrometrics, combustion. Thermodynamics design and applications to vapor/gas power cycles and refrigeration systems. Emphasis on the use of property tables in cycle analysis. The use of thermodynamics software for cycle design. (3-0)
Requisites: ME 311. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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ME 416 - Power Plant Engineering
Introduction to power generation, review of power cycles-heat transfer-fuels-combustion, steam power plants-equipments, gas turbines, cogeneration, waste heat recovery units, environmental effects, economic and performance considerations optimizing components. (3-0)
Requisites: All Foundation, Engineering Core, and lower division (100 and 200 level) ME courses. (Required, Previous). | ME 420 (Recommended, Previous or concurrent).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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ME 420 - Heat Transfer
Fundamentals of conduction, convection and radiation heat transfer. Use of analytical, numerical and experimental methods to solve practical problems. Applications to fins, heat exchangers. Design project. Laboratories provide hands-on experiences to illustrate principles presented. (3-3)
Requisites: ME 311, ME 356. (Required, Previous).
Credits:4 cr
4 cr |
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ME 430 - Heat, Vent, Air Cond System Design
Introduction to the overall system, indoor/outdoor design conditions, heating/cooling loads, application of psychrometry, components and distribution systems, control systems, application, to practical projects. (3-0)
Requisites: ME 420 or concurrently. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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ME 444 - Kinematics of Machines
Analysis and synthesis of the kinematics of motion (position, velocity and acceleration) of machine, members utilizing both vector algebra and graphical methods. Design assignments will be included. (3-0)
Requisites: ME 252. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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ME 445 - Mechanical Vibrations
Introduction to free and forced vibrations for undamped and damped systems. Single- and multi-degree-of-freedom systems. Vibration measurements and vibration isolation. Numerical treatment of discrete as well as continuous systems. Design and computer projects included. (3-0)
Requisites: ME 252, ME 353, MATH 262. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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ME 446 - Automotive Vehicle Dynamics
This course will cover the theory of ground vehicle dynamics and control. Topics will include load transfer, towing performance, traction and power limited acceleration, braking performance, braking efficiency, brake proportioning, ride quality, cornering, oversteer, understeer, tire forces in cornering, suspension and steering in the cornering, steering systems analysis and geometry and suspension systems analysis and geometry. (3-0)
Requisites: ME 252. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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ME 451 - Machine Design
Fundamentals of load and deformation analysis. Materials considerations in component design yield criteria, stability, reliability, factors of safety, surface damage, fatigue and impact. Applications including fasteners, shaft design, power screws, lubrication, bearings, gears and power transmission components. Computer applications and design projects. (3-0)
Requisites: ME 353. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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ME 453 - Finite Element Analysis
Introduction of finite element method as a contemporary tool in engineering and industry. Mathematical modeling and formulation techniques of finite element equations. Solution strategies and applications of finite element method in structural mechanics (trusses, beams, frames), elasticity and scalar fields (fluid flow, torsion, heat transfer, electromagnetic). Hands-on workshop sessions to illustrate various theoretical concepts. Computer and design projects. (3-0)
Requisites: MATH 262 or equivalent, ME 353 or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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ME 454 - Advanced Solid Mechanics
Introduction to the theory of elasticity. Focus on the equations of equilibrium, constitutive equations, and compatibility conditions. Consideration give to failure criteria and specialized problems in beam bending, torsion, and buckling. Introduction to the finite element method.
Requisites: ME 353 (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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ME 456 - Aerodynamics
Flight history, prediction, measurement and modification of lift and drag forces, flow separation, gas dynamics, turbulence characteristics and aerodynamic design. (3-0)
Requisites: ME 311, ME 356. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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ME 458 - Computational Fluid Dynamics
Introduction to Computational Fluid Dynamics (CFD). The course explores a breadth of fluid and thermal models in one, two and three dimensions including mathematical modeling of fluids and thermal problems including equations of fluid in motion (Navier Stokes equations). Case studies including both steady and unsteady fluid scenarios in engineering will be used to illustrate theoretical concepts. Numerical analysis techniques such as finite difference (FDM) and finite element (FEA) methods will be used for computerized modeling techniques. Interactive workshop sessions include software development using MATLAB and application of commercial tools.
Requisites: ME 202, ME 356, ME 384 (Required, Previous). | ME 420 (Required, Previous or concurrent).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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ME 460 - Control Systems
Fundamentals of control theory, block diagrams, transfer functions and controllers. Mathematical modeling of steady-state and transient behaviors. Analysis, design and synthesis of dynamic systems. Errors, stability criteria and compensation techniques. Design and computer projects. (3-0)
Requisites: ME 252, MATH 262. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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ME 470 - Fracture & Fatigue
Microscopic and macroscopic aspects of fracture and fatigue, fatigue crack propagation and factors affecting failure of materials. Stress intensity factors, fracture toughness and design philosophy concepts. Transition temperatures, fracture and fatigue tests and correlation techniques. Statistical and reliability analysis using Weibull distribution. Analysis of case histories of structural failure. Design and computer projects. (3-0)
Requisites: ME 250, ME 353. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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ME 471 - Metalcasting
An in-depth study of the metalcasting process. Topics covered are casting design, gating and riser design, testing of mold materials, solidification, casting alloy metallurgy and rapid tooling techniques. Two design projects are conducted in the course. These projects furnish experience in designing gating systems, producing patterns and pouring castings. The course has a laboratory to provide students with hands-on experience. (2-3)
Requisites: ME 380 , ME 356 . (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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ME 480 - Senior Design I
Students design and present a viable engineering project to be implemented in ME 481 senior Design II. Students work in teams on a semester-long project proposal. Plans, schedules, resource requirements, several concepts, concept evaluations, drawings, schematics, budgets, formal written reports and formal presentations are required. Students must take ME 480 senior Design I and ME 481 senior Design II in sequence in consecutive semesters. (2-3)
Requisites: ME 380, ME 420, ME 451. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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ME 481 - Senior Design II
Students execute a viable engineering design project planned in ME 480 senior Design I on time and on budget. Students work in teams on a semester-long implementation of a project proposal. Physical prototypes will be fabricated and tested. Written progress reports, design review presentations, a physical prototype, a physical acceptance test and a formal written engineering report are required. Students must take ME 480 and ME 481 in sequence in consecutive semesters. (0-6)
Requisites: ME 480. (Required, Previous).
Credits:2 cr
2 cr |
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ME 490 - Advanced Special Topics
Upper division level topics in the field of mechanical engineering are offered as needed.
Requisites: PHYS 211 and PHYS 212; or PHYS 111 and PHYS 112 and CHEM 314 or CHEM 322. (Required, Previous).
Credits:1-4 cr
1-4 cr |
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ME 491 - Senior Research Project
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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ME 497 - Senior Research Project
Theoretical or practical research project in the major area. Students must submit a plan of study before enrollment.
Requisites: Senior standing, instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:1-4 cr
1-4 cr |
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ME 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 |
Medical Laboratory Science |
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MLS 200 - Intro to Medical Laboratory Science
An introductory course that includes an overview of the profession of medical laboratory science with an introduction to the role, ethics, education, certification process, employment and fundamental knowledge and skills related to medical laboratory science. Students will examine the basic laboratory skills and safety operations used in clinical laboratories including preanalytical, analytical and post analytical phases of testing as well as phlebotomy and microscopy techniques
Requisites: CHEM 111, BIOL 232. (Required, Previous). | BIOL 233 (Required, Previous or concurrent).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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MLS 300 - Analysis of Body Fluids
Theoretical and practical aspects of qualitative, quantitative and microscopic analysis of urine, cerebrospinal fluid, synovial fluid, amniotic fluid, fecal specimens, gastric fluids and serous fluids. This course also includes analytical procedures. (1-3)
Requisites: Admission to Medical Laboratory Science program (Required, Previous).
Credits:2 cr
2 cr |
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MLS 305 - Preanalytical Process in MLS
Examines the preanalytical processes involved in clinical laboratory testing. Topics include: laboratory orders, specimen collection methods such as venipuncture and skin puncture, requirements for specimen transport and specimen, processing, identification and prevention of preanalytical errors and the effect of preanalytical errors on laboratory testing.
Requisites: Admission to Medical Laboratory Science program (Required, Previous).
Credits:1 cr
1 cr |
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MLS 320 - Clinical Hematology
First part of a two semester clinical hematology sequence. A comprehensive study of the formation of blood cells, clinical hemostasis, functions of the hematopoietics related to hematologic disease states and the instrumentation and manual procedures to quantify and identify cells. This will include the morphologic interpretation of blood and bone marrow cells and the analysis of the maturation cell sequence in peripheral blood. Flow cytometry will also be discussed. (2-3)
Requisites: Admission to Medical Laboratory Science program (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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MLS 330 - Clinical Immunohematology I
First part of a two semester clinical immunohematology sequence. An in depth study emphasizing the basic principles of immunology, human blood group systems, blood group genetics and the theory and application of blood banking techniques. Essential concepts of antibody screening and identification, blood components, compatibility testing, donor selection, disease therapy, hemolytic disease of the newborn and blood bank regulations and procedures are stressed. (2-3)
Requisites: Admission to Medical Laboratory Science program (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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MLS 340 - Clinical Microbiology I
First part of a two semester clinical microbiology sequence. A comprehensive study of clinically important microorganisms (bacteria, fungi, viruses and parasites) and their role in human disease. Includes the epidemiology and effect on the human host: utilization of biochemical, morphological and serologic characteristics for the isolation and identification of these organisms; includes some life cycles, mode of transmission, identification techniques and the clinical effect of the human host along with an overview of the treatment. Various culture techniques emphasized include microscopy, cultivation, identification, antimicrobial susceptibility testing and quality control methods.
Requisites: Admission to Medical Laboratory Science program (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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MLS 350 - Clinical Chemistry I
First part of a two semester clinical chemistry sequence. A comprehensive study of the methods used to determine the chemical composition of body fluids and how those changes relate to pathologic conditions. Operational maintenance and problem solving procedures on a wide range of instruments found in the clinical chemistry laboratory including advanced techniques. Includes testing procedures for a variety of analytes such as; carbohydrates, proteins/enzymes, electrolytes, lipids, bilirubin, creatinine and others and stresses data correlation, interpretation and quality control procedures. (3-3)
Requisites: Admission to Medical Laboratory Science program (Required, Previous).
Credits:4 cr
4 cr |
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MLS 360 - Molecular Laboratory Diagnostics
An introduction to the fundamentals of nucleic acid biochemistry with an emphasis on molecular laboratory techniques and concepts used in disease diagnosis.
Requisites: Admitted to the Medical Laboratory Science (B.S.) Program (Required, Previous).
Credits:2 cr
2 cr |
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MLS 410 - Clinical Immunology
Study of the principles and procedures involved in the humoral and cell mediated reaction of abnormal states and their relationship to the clinical laboratory; which includes deficiency states, infectious states and autoimmune states. (3-0)
Requisites: Admitted to the MLS program. (Required, Previous).
Credits:2 cr
2 cr |
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MLS 420 - Clinical Hematology II
A more in-depth study of hematopoiesis, iron metabolism, anemias, leukocyte and platelet physiology and function and disorders of phagocytosis. Key laboratory tests are identified with each area of assessment. Flow cytometry and molecular applications are also discussed. Learning activities include virtual morphologic images, laboratory problems and correlation of clinical data. (3-0)
Requisites: Admission to Medical Laboratory Science program (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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MLS 430 - Clinical Immunohematology II
Continuation of the two semester clinical, immunohematology sequence. Theory and application of genetics and immunologic principles and investigative techniques to immunohematology including the study of antigen-antibody reactions as it relates to blood component therapy. Assignments will include a variety of blood banking problems and issues that are encountered in transfusion medicine. (2-0)
Requisites: Admission to Medical Laboratory Science program (Required, Previous).
Credits:2 cr
2 cr |
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MLS 440 - Clinical Microbiology II
Continuation of the two semester clinical microbiology sequence. A study of selected topics in virology, parasitology, mycology and infrequently encountered bacteriology pathogens. Assignments will include pathogenicity, identification protocol, lab problems and disease correlation. (2-0)
Requisites: Admission to Medical Laboratory Science prorgam (Required, Previous).
Credits:2 cr
2 cr |
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MLS 450 - Clinical Chemistry II
Continuation of the two semester clinical chemistry sequence. Discussions and assignments regarding method comparisons, therapeutic drugs, hormones and selected laboratory problems associated with diagnostic and advanced testing, techniques. (2-0)
Requisites: Admission to Medical Laboratory Science program (Required, Previous).
Credits:2 cr
2 cr |
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MLS 460 - Principles of Laboratory Operations
Introductory course in the principles and techniques of quality assurance and improvement as applied in all phases of laboratory services including the pre-analytical and post analytical components. Students investigate professional roles, responsibilities, problem solving and conflict resolution techniques as related to leadership and laboratory administration as well as human resources, education, information and financial management issues and planning. (2-0)
Requisites: Admission to Medical Laboratory Science program (Required, Previous).
Credits:2 cr
2 cr |
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MLS 470 - Clinical Laboratory I: Hematology and Chemistry
Laboratory exercises and methods will be performed in clinical hematology, clinical chemistry, and molecular lab diagnostics to supplement lecture content, reinforce procedures, and simulate clinical laboratory workload.
Requisites: Admission to the Medical Laboratory (B.S.) Program, and MLS 300, MLS 320 and MLS 350. (Required, Previous). | MLS 420, MLS 450 (Required, Concurrent).
Credits:1 cr
1 cr |
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MLS 475 - Clinical Laboratory II: Microbiology and Immunohematology
Laboratory exercises and methods will be performed in clinical microbiology, immunohematology, and immunology to supplement lecture content, reinforce procedures, and simulate clinical laboratory workload.
Requisites: MLS 330, MLS 340 (Required, Previous). | MLS 410, MLS 430, MLS 440 (Required, Concurrent).
Credits:1 cr
1 cr |
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MLS 491 - Minor Rotations Fieldwork
A study of specific topics within the minor departments of clinical laboratory science to include clinical immunology and urinalysis, as well as the preanalytical processes of specimen collection, transport, processing, and reference lab preparation or the application of these topics to other areas within the social, natural or health sciences.
Requisites: MLS 410, MLS 420, MLS 430, MLS 440, MLS 450, MLS 460, MLS 460L. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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MLS 492 - Clinical Hematology Fieldwork
A study of specific topics within the clinical hematology discipline of clinical laboratory science to include hemostasis, or the application of clinical hematology and hemostasis to other areas within the social, natural or health sciences.
Requisites: MLS 410, MLS 420, MLS 430, MLS 440, MLS 450, MLS 460, MLS 460L. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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MLS 493 - Clinical Immunohematology Fieldwork
A study of specific topics within the clinical immunohematology discipline of clinical laboratory science or the application of clinical immunohematology to other areas within the social, natural or health sciences.
Requisites: MLS 410, MLS 420, MLS 430, MLS 440, MLS 450, MLS 460, MLS 460L. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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MLS 494 - Clinical Microbiology Fieldwork
A study of specific topics within the clinical microbiology discipline of clinical laboratory science, or the application of clinical microbiology and immunology to other areas within the social, natural or health sciences.
Requisites: MLS 410, MLS 420, MLS 430, MLS 440, MLS 450, MLS 460, MLS 460L. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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MLS 495 - Clinical Chemistry Fieldwork
A study of specific topics within the clinical chemistry discipline of clinical laboratory science or the application of clinical chemistry to other areas within the social, natural or health sciences.
Requisites: MLS 410, MLS 420, MLS 430, MLS 440, MLS 450, MLS 460, MLS 460L. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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MLS 496A - Senior Clinical Fieldwork
A study of specific topics within any given area of clinical laboratory science or the application of some selected area of clinical laboratory science to other areas within the social, natural or health sciences.
Requisites: MLS 410, MLS 420, MLS 430, MLS 440, MLS 450, MLS 460, MLS 460L. (Required, Previous).
Credits:6-12 cr
6-12 cr |
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MLS 496B - Senior Clin Fieldwork 2
A study of specific topics within any given area of clinical laboratory science or the application of some selected area of clinical laboratory science to other areas within the social, natural or health sciences.
Requisites: MLS 410, MLS 420, MLS 430, MLS 440, MLS 450, MLS 460, MLS 460L. (Required, Previous).
Credits:2-6 cr
2-6 cr |
Modern Foreign Languages |
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MFL 190 - 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.
Credits:1-4 cr
1-4 cr |
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MFL 191 - 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: MFL 190 (Required, Previous).
Credits:1-4 cr
1-4 cr |
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MFL 205 - Studies in World Literature (GE1)
Students explore literature from multiple cultures through study of works of fiction, poetry, drama and/or film by authors from outside the U.S., Great Britain and English Canada. Works selected on the basis of common theme, genre, historical period and/or geographical area. Literature not originally in English will be studied in translation. (The title in the course schedule will reflect the specific subject matter of the course.) May be taken more than once for credit.
Requisites: All reading and writing Basic Skills requirements. (Required, Previous).
XLIST: ENGL 205
Credits:3 cr
General Education:
3 cr |
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MFL 290 - Special Topics
Topics may vary but include: French, German, Polish and Spanish philosophy; introduction to languages not currently taught; introduction to descriptive linguistics. Course is taught in English or in the target language and includes work in the language laboratory where applicable.
Requisites: MFL 190. (Required, Previous).
Credits:1-4 cr
1-4 cr |
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MFL 291 - 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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MFL 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:1-6 cr
1-6 cr |
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MFL 396 - Field Studies
Applications of the discipline in off-campus locations. The student and instructor must agree on the project before enrollment.
Requisites: Instructor permission, 2.50 GPA an 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 |
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MFL 465 - Elem Foreign Language Methods
A study of elementary level foreign language pedagogy, emphasizing methods to teach listening, speaking, and culture; including methods to teach reading and writing; as well as class preparation, testing, use of language laboratory and media equipment, observation of classes, and practice in teaching.
Requisites: FREN 321 or SPAN 311 or departmental permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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MFL 466 - Sec Foreign Language Methods
A study of secondary foreign language pedagogy, including methods to teach listening, speaking, reading, writing, and culture; as well as class preparation, testing, use of language laboratory and other media equipment, observation of classes, and practice in teaching.
Requisites: FREN 321 or SPAN 311 or departmental permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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MFL 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: As listed in the course schedule. (Required, Previous).
Credits:1-4 cr
1-4 cr |
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MFL 491 - 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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MFL 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, 2.50 GPA and a minimum of 12 credits in the discipline. (Required, Previous).
Credits:1-12 cr
Notes: May enroll only twice in one department.
1-12 cr |
Music |
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MUS 102 - Beginning Voice Class
Through both group and individual singing, students will be introduced to vocal exercises and songs drawn from folk and classical music, American standards, and musical theater which will address basic elements of singing, including posture, breathing and production. In addition, students will learn performance techniques such as managing stage fright and how to choose and prepare a song for performance.
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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MUS 103 - Voice Class
An introduction to vocal technique, pedagogy and performance. Students will learn basic vocal anatomy, vocal literature, and singing technique suitable for teaching in the school or studio. Students will also gain experience in solo vocal performance.
Requisites: Music major or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:2 cr
2 cr |
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MUS 107 - Applied Music
Private instruction in voice or instrument. A special fee is required. For enrollment, students should obtain an Applied Music Enrollment Form from the Fine Arts secretary. Teachers will be assigned and posted at the beginning of the semester.
Requisites: Non-major voice students only: MUS 102 is a prerequisite for applied voice lessons
Credits:1 cr
Notes: Staff applied music
1 cr |
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MUS 108 - Applied Music
Continuation of applied music in the same medium as taken in MUS 107 .
Credits:1 cr
Notes: Staff applied music
1 cr |
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MUS 111 - Music Theory I
An introduction to the basic materials of music; notation, rhythm, scales, key signatures, intervals, transposition and triads. Elementary, part writing and improvisation will begin.
Requisites: Musicianship assessment and acceptance as music or music education major, or music or musical theatre minor (Required, Previous). | MUS 111A (Required, Concurrent).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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MUS 111A - Aural Skills I
An introduction to the basics of aural skills including sight singing, melodic, rhythmic and harmonic dictation and improvisation.
Requisites: Musicianship assessment and acceptance as music or music education major, or music or musical theatre minor (Required, Previous). | MUS 111 (Required, Concurrent).
Credits:2 cr
2 cr |
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3 cr |
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MUS 117A - Musical Experience: Classical Music (GE2)
A study of Western classical music from the 18th century to the present.
Credits:3 cr
General Education: Category 2
3 cr |
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MUS 117B! - Musical Exp: Non-Western Music (GE2)
A survey of non-Western music covering the music of Asia, Africa and other non-Western cultures.
Requisites: ENGL 111. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
General Education: Category 2 ,
3 cr |
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MUS 117C - Music Exp: Music in the United States (GE2)
A study of American music from the Colonial period to the present including art, folk and popular styles.
Credits:3 cr
General Education: Category 2
3 cr |
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MUS 117D - Musical Experience: the Piano (GE2)
An introduction to the rudiments of playing the piano and keyboard theory. Students also will study the piano from its origins to the present including important composers, performers and piano compositions.
Credits:3 cr
General Education: Category 2
Notes: Designed for those with little or no piano experience.
3 cr |
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MUS 117E - Mus Exp: Listening for the Elements (GE2)
This course is intended to help develop the music listening skills of students by focusing on the elements of music as they are used in the music of a variety of cultures, styles and eras.
Credits:3 cr
General Education:
3 cr |
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MUS 117F - The Musical Experience: Jazz History (GE2)
A survey of the evolution of jazz. Styles such as swing, bebop, cool, avant-garde, fusion, and other recent trends will be studied, both for their musical characteristics and their social and cultural contexts.
Credits:3 cr
General Education:
3 cr |
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MUS 117G - Musical Experience: A History of Rock Music (GE2)
A survey of the development of American rock music from a historical and social perspective, with an inclusion of current trends in rock and an emphasis on key innovators of the genre.
Credits:3 cr
General Education: Category 2
3 cr |
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MUS 150 - Introductory Music Studies
Introduction to skills and materials necessary for college level study of music. Basic study of genres styles and performing ensembles central to classical music and techniques of listening, analysis and criticism.
Requisites: Music or music education major or minor or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:3 cr
Notes: Required in the first fall semester for music and music education majors and minors.
3 cr |
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MUS 181 - Concert Choir
A large vocal ensemble that sings a variety of literature that is both accompanied and unaccompanied.
Requisites: High school choir experience or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:1 cr
1 cr |
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MUS 183 - Concert Band
The Concert Band reads, rehearses and performs a wide variety of music. This includes marches, show tunes, popular music and contemporary and standard works from the band and wind ensemble repertoire. Student soloists also perform with the band. The concert band performs an annual spring concert and at the spring commencement.
Requisites: High school band experience or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:1 cr
Notes: Open to all SVSU students.
1 cr |
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MUS 184 - Cardinal Marching Band
The Cardinal Marching Band performs at all home football games, at a season ending concert, and at other campus events during the fall semester. The band prepares 3 to 5 halftime shows each season drawing music from the pop, rock, Latin and jazz repertoires. The marching band is open to all students at the university who have had high school marching band experience. First time members require permission of the instructor.
Requisites: High school marching band experience or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:1 cr
Notes: Home game days only
1 cr |
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MUS 185 - Jazz Ensemble
Study and performance of classic and contemporary big band literature. Rehearsal twice a week with one performance at end of semester. Emphasis on correct style & improvisation.
Requisites: Audition and instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:1 cr
1 cr |
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MUS 186 - Wind Ensemble
An instrumental ensemble that plays a broad range of wind literature designed for a single player per part.
Requisites: Audition and instructor permission
Credits:1 cr
1 cr |
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MUS 187 - Ensemble
To be announced.
Credits:1 cr
1 cr |
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MUS 188 - Collegium Musicum
Students will rehearse and perform music of the Medieval, Renaissance and early Baroque periods on period instruments such as recorder or gamba or on modern instruments, developing their rehearsal skills and ensemble playing. Each semester culminates in a public concert.
Requisites: Prior membership or instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:1 cr
1 cr |
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MUS 189 - Cardinal Singers
A select chamber vocal ensemble that sings a variety of literature that is both accompanied and unaccompanied. Open to all students by audition only.
Requisites: Audition and instructor permission. (Required, Previous).
Credits:1 cr
Notes: This is a one-year student commitment (Fall and Winter).
1 cr |
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MUS 190 - Freshman Voice
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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MUS 191 - 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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MUS 192 - Special Topics
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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MUS 207 - Applied Music
Continuation of MUS 108 .
Credits:1 cr
Notes: Staff Applied Music
1 cr |
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MUS 208 - Applied Music
Continuation of MUS 207 .
Credits:1 cr
Notes: Staff Applied Music
1 cr |
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MUS 211 - Music Theory II
Study of common practice harmony of the 17th and 18th centuries, four-part writing, cadences, nonharmonic tones, harmonic progressions and seventh chords.
Requisites: MUS 111, MUS 111A or instructor permission (Required, Previous). | MUS 211A (Required, Concurrent).
Credits:3 cr
3 cr |
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MUS 211A - Aural Skills II
A continuation of aural skills study including sight singing, melodic, rhythmic and harmonic dictation and improvisation.
Requisites: MUS 111, MUS 111A or instructor permission. (Required, Previous). | MUS 211 (Required, Concurrent).
Credits:2 cr
2 cr |
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