May 28, 2024  
2020-2021 Catalog 
    
2020-2021 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


Please Note

The listing of a course in this catalog does not imply that the course will be offered in a particular semester, or that the course is offered on a regular basis. Please check the Shawnee State University Course Offerings or the Department for up-to-date information on what will be offered during a particular term.

In addition, it should be noted that some upper level courses are not included on these pages. Please contact your faculty advisor for further information.

COURSE FEES

Summer 2019, Fall Semester 2019, Spring Semester 2020

Course fees are charged when the department code appears in the far right column of each course listing.  The fee is calculated by multiplying the number of credit hours for the course by the amount shown for the department below:

NOTE:  The course fee covers costs that exceed basic instruction, such as lab equipment and software; program materials and supplies; and coordination of field placements and internships.  The fee is applied to selective courses where appropriate.

Fee Per Credit Hour

ADNR - Nursing 25.00
ART1 (tier 1) - Arts 7.00
ART2 (tier 2) - Arts 15.00
ART3 (tier 3) - Arts 25.00
ATTR - Athletic Training 25.00
BIOL - Biology 25.00
BSHS - Health Science 5.00
BSNR - Nursing 25.00
BUHE - Health Care Administration 20.00
BUIS - Information Systems 45.00
BUSI - Business 10.00
CCAA - Course Credit by Arrangement Administrative Fee 150.00
CHEM - Chemistry 25.00
DTHY - Dental Hygiene 45.00
EDUC - Education 15.00
EMTP - Emergency Med 20.00
ENGT - Engineering 22.00
GCAA - Grad Course Credit by Arrangement Administrative Fee 150.00
HUMA - Humanities 10.00
MATH - Mathematics 15.00
MTH1 - Mathematics, Graduate 15.00
MTH3 - Mathematics, Graduate 35.00
MTH4 - Mathematics, Graduate - Off Campus Cohorts 60.00
MECI - EDCI, Masters 20.00
MEIS - EDCU, Masters 20.00
MEUC - EDUC, Masters 20.00
MLTC - Medical Lab Tech 25.00
MOT - Masters Occupational Therapy 75.00
NSCI - Natural Science 25.00
OTAT - Occupational Therapy 20.00
PTAT - Physical Therapy 20.00
RDLT - Radiology 25.00
RPTT - Respiratory Therapy 25.00
SSCI - Social Science 10.00
SSES - Exercise Science 15.00
SSPE - Physical Education 5.00
SSSM - Sports Management 15.00
UNC1 - University College 1 - Developmental Reading and Writing 3.00
UNC2 - University College 1 - First Year Experience 12.00
UNC3 - University College - Developmental Mathematics 17.00

Flat Rates

EDU1 - Education Field Fee 294.00
EDU2 - Education Field Fee 147.00
CIPA - Studenty Abroad Course Fee 120.00

Student fees listed here are for the Summer 2016, Fall 2016 & Spring 2017 semesters and are subject to change.  Shawnee State University reserves the right to make, without prior notice, any fee adjustment that may become necessary.

Explanation of Prerequisites

Most learning beyond basic skills is dependent upon mastery of some prior skill or subject content. As a result, many courses at the University require the satisfaction of prerequisites prior to course enrollment. Prerequisites may be met by successful completion of the prior courses listed or by placement, via testing, into the course.

The academic division/college may withdraw a student from a course for which prerequisites have not been satisfied.

Explanation of Abbreviations

These abbreviations are found throughout the course descriptions on the following pages.

Prereq. — Prerequisite
Coreq. — Corequisite
   
$ Indicates lab fees apply to this course, see the box on the left.
   
GEP Indicates General Education Program course (see the General Education Program Requirements by Content Category  for details)

 

 
  
  • ENGL 2240 - Screenwriting

    An introduction to the elements of screenwriting. Students may develop an original screenplay or write a screen adaptation of a published work as well as study important distinctions between visual and literary art forms.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 2245 - Creative Writing (Fiction)

    An introduction to the elements of fiction writing. Students critique their own manuscripts as well as study selected works of published writers.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 2247 - World Literature

    This course offers a thematic focus on the global circulation and influence of literary works, theories and movements across national and cultural contexts.  Students will engage in a comparative analysis of texts stemming from different regions in the world.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
    Lecture hours: 3
    General Education Program Course GEP (WI)
  
  • ENGL 2251 - Survey of American Literature 1

    Study of major literary works, movements, and authors in historical context from the Colonial Period through American Romanticism.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
    Lecture hours: 3
    General Education Program Course GEP (WI)
  
  • ENGL 2252 - Survey of American Literature 2

    Study of major works, movements and authors in historical context from the Age of Realism to the twenty-first century.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1106
    Lecture hours: 3
    General Education Program Course GEP (WI)
  
  • ENGL 2260 - Video Games and Virtual Worlds

    This course introduces students to the field of Video Game Studies by engaging with major theories, intellectual figures and debates that have shaped the discipline.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1101 or ENGL 1102, and ENGL 1105
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 2275 - American Film History

    Chronological study of the influence of American history upon American film, and vice versa. Students become acquainted with the work and themes of some of America’s significant film directors and major genres of American popular film.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
    Lecture hours: 3
    General Education Program Course GEP
  
  • ENGL 2280 - Introduction to American Cultural Studies

    Interdisciplinary study of American culture.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 2999 - Topics in Literature

    Study of selected topics not otherwise available.

    Credits: 1-5

  
  • ENGL 3185 - Internship

    Out-of-classroom and in-class work experience under the supervision of an English/Humanities faculty member and the on-site supervisor. Number of credit hours determined by the scope and responsibilities of Internship.

    Credits: 1-3

    Prereq: Sophomore, Junior, or Senior standing, Instructor permission
    Lecture hours: 3
    Lab hours: 3-10
  
  • ENGL 3300 - Children’s Lit/Read Approaches

    A survey of children’s literature primarily designed for future teachers of young children. Topics include the analysis and evaluation of literature, genres, and creative teaching and reading strategies.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 3301 - Shakespeare 1

    Intensive study of the tragedies and histories.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 3302 - Shakespeare 2

    Intensive study of the comedies and problem plays.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 3305 - Creative Nonfiction

    Explores ways of writing for different audiences. Provides opportunities to write about real world topics, employing styles drawn from “new journalism,” memoir writing, literary journalism, creative writing in the sciences, nature and travel, trends in biography and profiles, and narrative nonfiction. Attention is paid to stylistic development and individual voice.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
    Lecture hours: 3
    Course/lab fee: $
  
  • ENGL 3311 - Major Engl Authors (Before 1800)

    A variable content course which focuses on major authors for the purpose of carefully analyzing their works and detailing their development as writers.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 3312 - Major Engl Authors (After 1800)

    A variable content course which focuses on major authors for the purpose of carefully analyzing their works and detailing their development as writers.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 3321 - The English Novel

    A variable content course which examines the emergence and development of the English novel.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 3322 - Modern English Drama

    Study of the developments in English theatre in the 20th century.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 3323 - Young Adult Lit/Read Approaches

    A survey and methods course designed to give secondary and middle-school level preservice teachers experience in the range, quality, and styles of literature and reading strategies suitable for use in classrooms.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
  
  • ENGL 3332 - Poetry Workshop

    An advanced poetry writing course with a major emphasis placed on critiquing the writing of the students in the class for the sake of successfully marketing their work.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 3333 - LGBTQ American Literature

    An upper-level course in American fiction and drama, providing cultural, theoretical, and historical perspectives on sexuality and gender, as well as covering relevant changes in American literary history and literary criticism.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1106
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 3334 - Comparative Queer Theory and Literature

    This course provides an examination of GLBTQ issues in literature from a variety of cultural traditions, contexts, and languages.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or equivalent
    Lecture hours: 3
    General Education Program Course GEP (WI)
  
  • ENGL 3336 - GLBTQ British Literature (After 1800)

    This course provides an examination of GLBTQ issues in literature written by British authors after 1800.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1106
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 3340 - Literature of the Americas

    A study of the literature of Hispanic America with emphasis on the most celebrated contemporary writers.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 3341 - Lit of Initiation/Experience

    This class focuses on the growth and development of literary characters.  The time period and geographical locale of the works vary according to the instructor.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 3342 - Women in Literature

    Study of works by and about women.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 3343 - African American Literature

    Study of literary works about African American cultural history, particularly those written by African American writers.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 3344 - Literature of Appalachia

    Exploration of southern Appalachian experience in literature. Includes works by authors past and present who are themselves products of the region or who have focused on the region in their prose or poetry.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 3345 - Women in Literature Before 1800

    This course is a survey of the writing by and about women in England before 1800.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1106
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 3346 - American Regional Literature

    Study of American literary works produced within specific geographical regions or regional traditions of the United States.  Topics may include Southern literature, literature of the Plains, literature of New England, Southwest humor, writers of New York, or literature of the Northwest.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 3347 - American Women Writers

    An upper-level course in fiction, poetry, and/or drama, written by American women, with special emphasis on the social contexts of women’s lives and the ways in which gender influences authorship and critical reception.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1106
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 3348 - Comparative Feminist Literature and Theory

    This course provides an examination of feminist literature and theory from a variety of cultural traditions, contexts, and languages.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or equivalent
    Lecture hours: 3
    General Education Program Course GEP (WI)
  
  • ENGL 3349 - Native American Literature

    Study of literary works about Native American cultural history, particularly those written by Native American writers.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 3350 - British Women Writers (After 1800)

    This course provides a study of British literature written after 1800.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1106
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 3351 - Major American Authors

    Intensive study of one or two major authors to provide a detailed understanding of works, thought, and literary development.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 3352 - Women’s Narratives

    A study of historic and contemporary narrative writing by women.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 3371 - The American Novel

    A variable content course which examines the emergence and development of the American novel.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 3373 - Modern and Contemporary American Poetry

    Study of themes and forms prevalent in modern American poetry from the turn of the 20th century.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 3375 - Women and Film

    A study of the depiction of women in American and international films, from popular movies and the avant garde, by both female and male filmmakers.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 3377 - Hispanic Women Contemp Film/Lit

    A survey of the contributions Hispanic women have made in literature and film.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 3381 - Fundamentals of Theory and Criticism

    Study of literary theories and their application in critical practice.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 3999 - Special Topics in Literature

    Study of topics not otherwise available.

    Credits: 1-3

    Lecture hours: 1-3
  
  • ENGL 4410 - Chaucer/Lit of the Middle Ages

    A study of Geoffrey Chaucer’s Canterbury Tales in relation to other literature of the Middle Ages.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 4411 - Renaissance Literature

    A consideration of major authors and works of the period.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 4421 - 17th Century Literature

    Study of the major works of selected authors such as Bacon, Carew, Cowley, Donne, Herrick, Jonson, Marvell, Webster, and Milton.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 4424 - 18th Century British Literature

    A consideration of major works and authors of the period.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 4434 - Mthds Teach Lang Arts Sec School

    Provides preservice teachers with essential experiences in theory and practice for teaching language arts students, ages 12 through 21. Instructional strategies and design, classroom management, differentiated learning needs, and implementation are addressed in field and clinical practice.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107 and admission in Teacher Ed. Seniors Only.
    Coreq: EDAE 4400
    Lecture hours: Formula
    Course/lab fee: $
  
  • ENGL 4441 - The Romantics

    Study of the poetry and prose of major Romantic writers, including Blake, Wordsworth, Coleridge, Shelley, Byron, and Keats.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 4446 - The Victorians

    Study of English poetry and prose from 1830 to 1900.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 4461 - 19th Century American Literature

    Intensive study of major authors and works of the 19th century.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 4471 - 20th Century American Literature

    Intensive study of major authors and works of the 20th century.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 4472 - 21st Century American Literature

    An advanced course that examines American literature written in the present century and considers it within broader literary, historical, and/or cultural movements.  In addition to primary texts, students will read relevant criticism and theoretical essays.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1106
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 4483 - Graphic Novels and Animation

    This course offers an introduction to the study of graphic novels and animation from a comparative perspective.  The materials presented in this course cover a diversity of materials, including animated films, from different cultural and national traditions.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1101 or ENGL 1102, and ENGL 1105
    Lecture hours: 3
  
  • ENGL 4485 - Senior Exp English/Hum Majors

    Students examine in detail a selected topic of the instructor’s specialty. A major research essay and oral presentation are required. Part of the course involves a portfolio review of previous writings in other courses.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
    Lecture hours: 3
    General Education Program Course GEP
  
  • ENGL 4495 - Independent Study

    Independent investigation of literary topics under the direction of a faculty member.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ENGL 1105 or ENGL 1107
  
  • ENGL 4999 - Special Topics in Literature

    A seminar course in selected topics in literature. Specific topic chosen by the instructor.

    Credits: 1-3

    Lecture hours: 1-3
  
  • ETCA 1101 - Introduction to Mechanical Drafting

    A basic course for students having little or no experience in engineering drawing.  Develops fundamental principles through actual experience in both freehand sketching and scaled machine drawings.  Includes orthographic, multiview drawings, geometric constructions, dimensioning practice, sectional views, auxiliary views, threads and fasteners.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture hours: 2
    Lab hours: 3
    Course/lab fee: $
  
  • ETCA 1201 - Introduction to CADD (CX)

    A basic course for students having little or no experience in engineering graphics. This course develops fundamental skills and principles through actual experience using CADD workstations to make engineering drawings.  Students will apply the skills of setting-up, editing, and plotting engineering drawings.  Fundamental topics will include ANSI drafting standards of orthographic projection, geometric constructions, dimensioning practices, sectional views, and auxiliary views. The Microsoft Windows operating environment and AutoCAD software will be utilized.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture hours: 2
    Lab hours: 3
    Course/lab fee: $
  
  • ETCA 1202 - Intermediate CADD with Design

    Additional commands and more advanced techniques are introduced involving typical 2D mechanical drafting and design using AutoCAD software.  Exposure to detail and assembly drawings, parts lists, thread details and specifications, gear details, classes of fit and tolerancing.  More advanced techniques including layouts, advanced dimensioning, use of blocks and external references will be applied.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ETCA 1201
    Lecture hours: 2
    Lab hours: 3
    Course/lab fee: $
  
  • ETCA 1301 - 3-D Parametric Modeling (CX)

    Introduction to 3-D solid modeling, using feature-based parametric modeling applications.  Students create complex solid models and assemblies from basic 2-D sketches using parametric dimensioning and constraints.  Part models and assemblies are used to generate 2-D detail drawings, assembly drawings, and 3-D animations.  Basic drafting standards will be addressed.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture hours: 2
    Lab hours: 3
    Course/lab fee: $
  
  • ETCA 1302 - Intro to BIM Using Revit Arch.

    The course centers on learning the methods to produce a complete set of project documents. You will produce a Revit BIM Term Project of a building.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture hours: 2
    Lab hours: 3
    Course/lab fee: $
  
  • ETCA 1999 - Topics in CADD

    Offered as an elective for CADD students. Covers topics of special interest.

    Credits: 1-3

    Prereq: Faculty Consent Required
    Course/lab fee: $
  
  • ETCA 2102 - Mechanical Drafting 2 with Descriptive Geometry

    Advanced skills will be developed using principles of descriptive geometry.  Includes detail and assembly drawings, parts lists, thread details and specifications, gear details, classes of fit and tolerances, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing. A design project will be required.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ETCA 1101
    Lecture hours: 2
    Lab hours: 3
    Course/lab fee: $
  
  • ETCA 2201 - Small Building Design

    Introduction to architectural drafting through the design of a residential structure. Students create the drawings necessary to complete a typical set of house plans using Autodesk software. Topics include, but are not limited to, design techniques, floor plans, foundation plans, elevations, wall sections, window and door schedules. You will update your multimedia portfolio to be completed in CADD Presentation 2.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ETCA 1101 and ETCA 1201
    Lecture hours: 2
    Lab hours: 3
    Course/lab fee: $
  
  • ETCA 2203 - Welded Parts Design w/CADD

    Welding processes and procedures are covered to the extent necessary to make production weldment drawings. Delineating weld symbols is emphasized.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ETCA 1101
    Lecture hours: 2
    Lab hours: 3
    Course/lab fee: $
  
  • ETCA 2204 - Casting and Mold Design w/CADD

    Completion of a set of plans giving the specifications a foundry would need to manufacture a part. The plans include: a pattern drawing with grates, a core box drawing, the casting drawing of the part, and machined part drawing.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ETCA 1101
    Lecture hours: 2
    Lab hours: 3
    Course/lab fee: $
  
  • ETCA 2206 - Pipe Drawing w/CADD

    Representation of piping in single and double line diagrams, isometric and orthographic diagrams. Design of pipe flanges given the size of pipe and the operating pressure. Template layouts for cutting pipe to form turns of various angles.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ETCA 1101
    Lecture hours: 2
    Lab hours: 3
    Course/lab fee: $
  
  • ETCA 2301 - Advanced 3-D CADD Design

    Solid modeling, surface modeling, 3D wire frames and rapid prototyping will be addressed. Students gain an appreciation for the capabilities and limitations of each modeling technique using industry standard software.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ETCA 1201 or ETCA 1301, or Instructor Permission
    Lecture hours: 2
    Lab hours: 3
    Course/lab fee: $
  
  • ETCA 2401 - Computer Aided Mach/Mach Tools

    Introduction to machine tools, Computer Aided Machining (CAM) and (CNC).  Intended for students with no prior experience in machining.  The basics of metal chip-making technology as well as creation and editing of tool path geometry, display control, file manipulation, verification of data, and output of CNC code.  Topics include safety, measurements, bench work, drilling, turning, shaping, planning, milling, and grinding.  Properties and uses of ferrous and non-ferrous alloys, cutting fluids, welding, foundry practices, CAM, CNC programming, and CNC machine tool operations.  Laboratory experiences include chip-making process and tooling methods, manual and automated.  CADD majors will update their multimedia portfolios to be completed in CADD Presentation 2.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture hours: 2
    Lab hours: 3
    Course/lab fee: $
  
  • ETCA 2402 - Computer Aided Machining 2

    Intermediate CAM. Learn more advanced CAM programming, island pocketing, surface tool paths, parallel tool paths, radial tool paths, flowline tool paths, draft and fillet tool paths, and rough and finish tool paths. Also, learn to read in and work with models created in CAD programs. Lab experiences include CAM, CNC programming, and CNC tool operation.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ETCA 2401
    Lecture hours: 2
    Lab hours: 3
    Course/lab fee: $
  
  • ETCA 2601 - Prototyping and 3D Printing

    This course will cover a brief history and development of traditional prototyping and rapid prototyping technology.  There will be hands-on labs to build traditional architectural models and mechanical part design. 3D CADD technology will be utilized to design mechanical parts and produce prototypes utilizing traditional methods and 3D printing technology.  Students may concentrate on either architectural or mechanical designs.  Additive manufacturing concepts will be introduced.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ETCA 1301
    Lecture hours: 2
    Lab hours: 3
    Course/lab fee: $
  
  • ETCA 2999 - Topics in CADD

    Offered as an elective for CADD students. Covers topics of special interest.

    Credits: 1-3

    Prereq: Faculty Consent Required
    Course/lab fee: $
  
  • ETCO 1001 - Technical Portfolio Development

    This course is designed for the student interested in developing a portfolio for submission and review for college credit.  The student will work with his/her advisor in the development of the portfolio. 

    Note: Course offered on demand with the recommendation of the chairperson of the Department of Engineering Technologies and with the approval of the Dean, College of Professional Studies.

    Credits: 1

    Lecture hours: 1
  
  • ETCO 1115 - Comp Programming for Technology (CX)

    Introduction to computer hardware, a high level programming language, an integrated development environment, control structures, procedures, functions, and graphical user interface (GUI) concepts to develop computer programs for various applications. Focus is on problem solving and algorithm development and analysis.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture hours: 2
    Lab hours: 3
    Course/lab fee: $
  
  • ETCO 1116 - JAVA Computer Programming

    Introduction to computer hardware, a high level programming language, objects, methods, control structures, and graphical user interface (GUI) concepts to develop computer programs for various applications. Course focus is on problem solving and algorithm development and analysis.

    Credits: 3

    Course/lab fee: $
  
  • ETCO 1120 - Intro STEM Computer Programming (CX)

    The areas of Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) all rely on computer programming and this reliance is steadily increasing. This course introduces students to computer software created to meet the computing needs of these areas. The use of computer-based analytical and computational software as well as beginning-level computer programming is taught in a manner which emphasizes problem solving. No previous programming experience is needed to enroll in this course but an understanding of algebra is required.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture hours: 2
    Lab hours: 3
    Course/lab fee: $
    General Education Program Course GEP
  
  • ETCO 1130 - Software Tools for Technology (CX)

    Utilization of computer hardware and a high level programming application (Mathcad) to create worksheets, functions, 2D and 3D plots, graphics and interactive operations to develop computer programs for technology applications.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture hours: 3
    Course/lab fee: $
  
  • ETCO 1150 - HTML Programming/Web Page Design

    Utilization of computer hardware and a high level programming application (HTML) to design and construct interactive web pages. Topics include Internet browsers, HTML programming language, graphics and file management, shareware, guest books and forms, and JAVA applets.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture hours: 3
    Course/lab fee: $
  
  • ETCO 1310 - Fluid Power

    A study of the functions of various hydraulic and pneumatic components and methods of combining them to build complex systems. Emphasis on understanding the physical properties of fluids and gasses in open and closed channels and their use for power transmission and control.

    Credits: 3

    Coreq: MATH 1200
    Lecture hours: 2
    Lab hours: 3
    Course/lab fee: $
  
  • ETCO 1501 - Technical Presentation

    Students are introduced to Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and FrontPage or other HTML editor, to learn the skills to make presentations, especially for creating an ongoing portfolio of writings, drawings, and all projects and presentations submitted in the classes at SSU, present and future.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture hours: 2
    Lab hours: 3
    Course/lab fee: $
  
  • ETCO 1995 - Engineering Tech Portfolio Eval.

    This course allows for the award of academic credit on the basis of Engineering Technology faculty evaluation of student portfolio or certificate extra-institutional (non-academic) learning. The learning must be within the context of the Engineering Technology degree for which the student is enrolled. The evaluation of student document(s) is by Engineering Technology faculty in the curriculum area in which the student is requesting academic credit.

    Note: The course is repeatable to a maximum of five (5) portfolios, or 15 credit hours, whichever is reached first. Credit hours earned by portfolio do not apply toward the residency requirement for graduation.

    Credits: 1-3

    Prereq: ETCO 1001 or Department Chairperson Approval
  
  • ETCO 2210 - General Industry Safety

    Introduces industrial safety and occupational health issues, accident prevention, and the OSHA general industry regulations.  The course can include the OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Outreach Training Program to the OSHA Directorate of Training and Education Outreach Training Procedures Revised April 2011.  This requires the course be instructed by an OSHA-authorized general industry trainer.

    Credits: 1

  
  • ETCO 2225 - Indus Mgt/Occup Safety/Health

    Introduces the attributes and skills necessary to be an effective team builder, communicator, supervisor, or manager necessary for leadership positions in industrial and high technology organizations.  Introduces industrial safety, occupational health issues, accident prevention, working conditions, provisions and policies of OSHA.  The course can include the OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Outreach Training Program to the OSHA Directorate of Training and Education Outreach Training Procedures Revised April, 2011.  This requires the course be instructed by an OSHA-authorized general industry trainer.
     

    Credits: 3

    Lecture hours: 3
    General Education Program Course GEP (WI)
  
  • ETCO 2280 - Ind Archeology Ohio River Valley

    Classroom, walking tour, and interactive exploration of the industrial archeology of the Ohio River Valley centered on the Hanging Rock Iron and Coal region in Ohio and Kentucky. Includes the city of Portsmouth, cold and hot blast furnaces of Scioto County and surrounds, foundries, kilns, railroads, canals, and supporting industries. Active historical preservation is also a component of the course.

    Credits: 2

  
  • ETCO 2310 - Statics & Strengths

    Analysis of stress and strain, strength of materials, friction, torsion, and moment of inertia of mechanical structures and displacement in a wide variety of gearing applications.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: MATH 1200
  
  • ETCO 2500 - Technology for Everyone

    Introduction for nontechnology students to the working principles of common devices through lecture, demonstration, and laboratory experience. Topics include the historical origin of common devices, their design principles; the opportunity to use, dissect or assemble basic devices to understand their technology; research on a technical topic involving the development and impact of the technology or commercial device; creation of the successful technology company; and the impact of the technology or device on society.

    Credits: 3

  
  • ETCO 2510 - Introduction to Robotics

    Introduction to robotic applications in industry. Emphasis on classifications, limits of motion, economic impacts, safety and programming of industrial robots.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ETCO 1310 and ETEM 1510
    Lecture hours: 2
    Lab hours: 3
    Course/lab fee: $
  
  • ETCO 2995 - Eng. Tech Portfolio Eval. Cr. II

    This course allows for the award of academic credit on the basis of Engineering Technology faculty evaluation of student portfolio or certificate extra-institutional (non-academic) learning. The learning must be within the context of the Engineering Technology degree for which the student is enrolled. The evaluation of student document(s) is by Engineering Technology faculty in the curriculum area in which the student is requesting academic credit.

    Note: The course is repeatable to a maximum of five (5) portfolios, or 15 credit hours, whichever is reached first. This course is the continuation of ETCO 1995. Credit hours earned by portfolio do not apply toward the residency requirement for graduation.

    Credits: 1-3

    Prereq: ETCO 1995
  
  • ETCO 2999 - Topics

    Individual or small group study under the supervision of an instructor of an Industrial and Engineering Technology topic not available to the student by regular or elective courses.

    Credits: 1-6

    Prereq: Faculty Consent Required.
  
  • ETCO 3185 - Internship in Engineering Tech.

    Out-of-classroom work experience under the supervision of an Engineering Technology faculty member. The work assignment must be related to your area of interest (Computer Engineering Technology, Digital Simulation and Gaming Engineering Technology, Environmental Engineering Technology, or Plastics Engineering Technology) and may be conducted within business or industry, the public or private sector, state, federal or local government. Level of course credit is based on the scope and responsibilities of the internship.

    Credits: 1-4

    Lab hours: Determined by instructor
  
  • ETCO 3320 - Ethics/Prof and the Engr Tech

    Examination and evaluation of the professional issues in differing engineering and technology areas through case studies, codes of ethics (professional canon), the importance of diversity in the workplace, and the need to be able to identify and avoid sexual harassment in any situation. Non-Engineering Technology students are welcome into this course, given that engineering and technology impacts all aspects of 21st century society.

    Credits: 1

  
  • ETCO 3999 - Topics

    Individual or small group study under the supervision of an instructor of an Industrial and Engineering Technology topic not available to the student by regular or elective courses.

    Credits: 1-6

    Prereq: Faculty Consent Required
  
  • ETCO 4999 - Topics

    Individual or small group study under the supervision of an instructor of an Industrial and Engineering Technology topic not available to the student by regular or elective courses.

    Credits: 1-6

    Prereq: Faculty Consent Required.
  
  • ETEC 1101 - Structured Programming

    An introduction to the software development process through a modern block-structured language. Computer problem solving and program debugging strategies, data abstraction, modularity, parameter passing, and elementary data structures. Fundamentals of linked lists, stacks, and queues. Recursion, recursively-defined data structures, and tree structures will be discussed.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ETCO 1120 (Grade of B or better) OR credit for ETGG 1801
    Lecture hours: 2
    Lab hours: 3
    Course/lab fee: $
  
  • ETEC 1301 - Computer Engineering Technology

    This course is designed to introduce the student to the computer engineering technology field by providing a classroom experience that is both hands-on and intellectual. The student will be introduced to the fundamentals of computer programming, computer architecture, printed circuit board design and fabrication, electrical and electronic components and electrical-mechanical design.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture hours: 2
    Lab hours: 3
    Course/lab fee: $
  
  • ETEC 1302 - Computing Systems

    An introduction to operating system installation, and how the lower levels of a computer work. Topics covered in this course may include microprocessors, memory maps, RAM, ROM, I/O, assembly language programming, command line interfaces, hard drive partitioning and formatting, kernel compilation, networks, and servers.  2 lec, 3 lab.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: MATH 1200
    Lecture hours: 2
    Lab hours: 3
    Course/lab fee: $
  
  • ETEC 1601 - Graphical User Interface Design

    This course provides an introduction to graphical user interface programming and teaches the principles and processes for designing good user interfaces and comfortable user experiences. Lab emphasis will be upon developing user interfaces using both scripting languages and visual programming tools.

    Credits: 3

    Lecture hours: 2
    Lab hours: 3
    Course/lab fee: $
  
  • ETEC 2101 - Data Structures

    Advanced methods for searching and sorting, including hashing techniques. Introduction to complexity analysis. Dynamic data structures such as lists, stacks, queues, trees, heaps, tables, and graphs will be covered in addition to algorithms involving hashing, sorting, recursion and searching. Lab emphasis is upon the implementation of these structures and techniques in complete working structured software applications.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ETEC 2110
    Lecture hours: 2
    Lab hours: 3
    Course/lab fee: $
  
  • ETEC 2104 - Object Oriented Programming and Software Engineering

    The design and development of object oriented programs using a modern object oriented language which includes support for classes, methods, polymorphism, and encapsulation.  Introduce models and issues concerned with the development of high quality software including the life-cycle models requirements analysis, specification and design techniques, implementation, documentation, configuration management, reliability, verification, validation, and maintenance.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ETEC 2110
    Lecture hours: 2
    Lab hours: 3
    Course/lab fee: $
  
  • ETEC 2110 - Systems Programming

    The details of direct software-hardware interaction will be examined.  Topics include binary number representation, computer arithmetic, indirect memory addressing with pointers, dynamic memory allocation, and references.  A systems programming language (such as C or C++) will be used for programming projects in the course.

    Credits: 3

    Prereq: ETEC 1101 or ETGG 1803
    Lecture hours: 2
    Lab hours: 3
    Course/lab fee: $
 

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