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College Catalog 2019-2020 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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The following is a complete listing of the courses offered at Elizabethtown College. Use the filter to narrow your search. |
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Economics Courses |
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EC 311 - Economic Development 4.00 credits.
Theories of international trade and economic growth. Capital flows. Migration. Role of institutions and NGOs. Policies for improving social welfare. Emphasis on developing countries. *Prerequisite(s): EC 101 .
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EC 370-378 - Special Topics in Economics Variable credit.
Courses of special interest to the student and the instructor offered on an occasional basis. This course is repeatable for credit.
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EC 400 - Senior Project in Economics 0.00 credit.
Students who have been invited and accepted to participate in the Honors in the Discipline Program may register for this course in the semester in which the research or creative project is completed. Completion of this course does not assure recognition for Honors in the Discipline. See Department Chair for additional information. *Prerequisite(s): Invitation to Honors in the Discipline Program. Signature Learning Experience: Supervised Research. Graded Pass/No Pass. Register by Instructor.
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EC 402 - Game Theory 4.00 credits.
A study of strategic interactions game theory offers an extensive toolbox useful for analysis of various competitive and cooperative settings. Course covers static, dynamic as well as different information situations. *Prerequisite(s): .
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EC 410 - Econometrics 4.00 credits.
The course provides an introduction to econometrics, a branch of economics associated with statistical methods and applied data analysis. It provides both theoretical and applied frameworks necessary for data analyses. Both mathematical statistics and basic Stata programing are introduced. Simple and multiple regression models, problems with regression such as causality, heteroskedasticity, multicollinearity and omitted variables are discussed along with time series and instrumental variables. *Prerequisite(s): MA 251 , EC 101 , and EC 102 . Signature Learning Experience: Supervised Research.
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EC 480-489 - Independent Study in Economics Variable credit.
Independent study and research on a problem or topic in the field of economics. *Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Department Chair and Independent Study Committee. Register by Instructor. This course is repeatable for credit.
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Education Courses |
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ED 105 - Foundations of Teaching and Learning 4.00 credits.
This course is designed to introduce students to the philosophical, sociological, political and historical foundations of education and learning. The course emphasizes on the concepts, theories, and research on learning and the factors, including teaching, that influence learning. Fieldwork experience is required which will include a rotation of placements in early childhood, middle, and secondary levels, and will require an FBI Clearance, Criminal Record Clearance, Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance, and TB Test (fees). *Corequisite(s): ED 105L. A grade of C or better must be earned to continue in the program. Majors only.
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ED 150 - Early Childhood Development 4.00 credits.
This course is designed to introduce students to the foundations of early childhood development. The course examines the concepts, theories, and research on child development. The course focuses on the typical and atypical physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and moral development of children between 0 and 9 years. Students will be introduced to different models and approaches in early childhood and developmentally appropriate practices. Field experience is required which will require FBI Clearance, Criminal Record Clearance, Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance, and TB Test (fees). *Prerequisite(s): ED 105 . *Corequisite(s): ED 150L. A grade of C or better must be earned to continue in the program. Majors only.
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ED 151 - Early Adolescent/Adolescent Development 4.00 credits.
This course examines the concepts, theories, and research on early adolescent and adolescent development. It focuses on typical and atypical physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and moral development of children ages 8-18. Students will be introduced to different models, approaches, and developmentally appropriate practices for students in grades 4-12. Field experience is required, which will require FBI Clearance, Criminal Record Clearance, Pennsylvania child Abuse Clearance, and TB Test (fees). *Prerequisite(s): ED 105 . *Corequisite(s): ED 151L. A grade of C or better must be earned to continue in the program. Majors only.
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ED 161 - Integrated Technology I 2.00 credits.
An introductory study of current and emerging instructional media and technologies used across the grades and curricula. Organizing time and records through technology and computer-mediated communications, including basic multimedia presentation tools, are presented. Classroom-related features of Word and PowerPoint are practiced at an introductory level. Majors only.
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ED 210 - Peace Education and Integrated Schools in Northern Ireland and U.S. 2.00 credits.
This course explores the history, process and practices of peace education and integrated schools in Northern Ireland and the United States. Comparative methods of peace education, integrative practices, inclusion, mediation, and conflict resolution will be examined. Students will conduct independent research with a faculty mentor that links course content to each student’s program of study. Upon completion of the spring semester course, students will travel to Belfast to work with key stakeholders in the region’s integrated schools, including Queens University faculty in the Centre for Shared Education and leaders in the Northern Ireland Council for Integrated Education.
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ED 212 - Children/Adolescent Literature 2.00 credits.
The course focuses on literacy genres and the work of well-known authors and illustrators and includes study of multicultural literature that represents diverse ethnic, linguistic, and cultural perspectives. Response to literature and selection of books for the classroom are emphasized. Course content is applicable for Early Childhood and Middle Level classrooms. *Pre/Corequisite(s): Provisional or formal acceptance into the Education Program is required.
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ED 224 - Pennsylvania History and Government for Social Studies Educators (HI 224) 4.00 credits.
This course surveys political, economic, social and cultural developments in the Commonwealth from Penn’s Charter until the present day, with special consideration of the key topics covered under the PDE standards for the Early Adolescent and Adolescent educators. Agriculture, technology, ethnicity and immigration, urbanization, civics, government and democratization are central themes. This course examines major historical themes and, where applicable, introduces key historiographical concepts and debates. *Prerequisite(s): ED 105 , and ED 150 or ED 151 . Provisional or formal acceptance into Education Program required. Spring semester.
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ED 226 - World Geography for Social Studies Educators 4.00 credits.
This course surveys the major tools, techniques and methodological approaches associated with the disciplines of physical and cultural geography, with emphasis upon the current academic debates, western case studies, non-western case studies, cartography, human-environmental interaction, and “thinking geographically.” Key topics covered under the PDE, NCSS and NCGE standards for Early Adolescent and Adolescent educators also will be considered. *Prerequisite(s): ED 105 , and ED 150 or ED 151 . Provisional or formal acceptance into Education Program required. Spring semester.
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ED 243 - English Grammar and Linguistics for ESL Learners 2.00 credits.
This course provides for the study of the grammar, mechanics, and linguistics of the English language related to teaching English as a second language. The course includes a history of the English language and how the language has changed over time. Special attention will be placed on the use of the four domains of the English language in social and academic settings. *Prerequisite(s): Provisional Acceptance.
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ED 250 - Language and Literacy Development in Early Childhood 4.00 credits.
This course focuses on the research-based principles and practices for language and literacy development of children ages birth to 9. Topics include language acquisition, reading and writing development, and strategies for teaching comprehension, fluency, word study and vocabulary in the early grades (PK through fourth). Requires field experience. *Prerequisite(s): ED 105 , and ED 150 or ED 151 . *Corequisite(s): ED 250L. Provisional or formal acceptance into Education Program required.
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ED 255 - Literacy and Language Acquisition 2.00 credits.
This course will focus on theories of first and second language acquisition, along with factors that influence language acquisition and the impact of language acquisition on learning. Emphasis will be placed on the 5 pillars of literacy (phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension), verbal and non-verbal language development, and specific styles and strategies for language learning. Components of language (morphology, phonology, syntax, semantics, and pragmatics) will be addressed. *Prerequisite(s): Provisional Acceptance.
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ED 258 - Educational Assessment and Evaluation 4.00 credits.
Examines current issues, trends and practices in educational assessment. Emphasizes the study of different assessment and evaluation procedures in the early childhood, elementary and secondary classroom. Explores a variety of traditional and innovative approaches to assessment of student learning and development. Provisional or formal acceptance into Education Program required.
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ED 268 - Educational Assessment and Evaluation of English Learners 2.00 credits.
Examines current issues, trends and practices in educational assessment of English Learners. Emphasizes the study of different assessment and evaluation procedures for English Learners in the early childhood, elementary and secondary classroom. Emphasis placed on the development, implementation, and analysis of assessment methods designed specifically for English Learners, as well as designing accommodations for existing assessment tools to meet the needs of English Learners. Identification and education of English Learners with specific learning disabilities will be explored. *Prerequisite(s): Provisional Acceptance and ED 258 .
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ED 305 - Methods of Secondary Education 4.00 credits.
A study of the instructional methodology of an academic discipline with emphasis upon literacy strategies, reading in the content, and assessment. Students complete a field experience component which explores these practices under the guidance of a clinical professor in the academic major (e.g., science, English, mathematics, social studies) for grades 7-12. *Prerequisite(s): ED 150 or ED 151 . Formal acceptance into Education Program required.
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ED 306 - Methods of Modern Language Education PK-12 4.00 credits.
A study of the instructional methodology of an academic discipline with emphasis upon literacy strategies, reading in the content, and assessment. Students complete a field experience component which explores these practices under the guidance of a clinical professor in the academic major (e.g. Spanish) in the PK-12 continuum. *Prerequisite(s): ED 150 or ED 151 . Formal acceptance into Education Program required. Fall semester.
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ED 317 - Assessing Student Literacies in Grades PK-8 4.00 credits.
This course provides preservice teachers theories and methods for assessing student literacies in grades PK-8. Through exploring and reflecting on their own literacy practices, students will learn strategies and interventions that will help them assess and monitor student progress in tradition and digital literacies. The course, which will emphasize writing assessment, will include topics such as reading and writing workshop, special topics in the teaching of reading (e.g. vocabulary, comprehension, and fluency), designing mini-lessons after informally assessing (e.g., meeting with students during conferences) and formally assessing (e.g., administering state assessments) students, writing genres for authentic purposes and audiences, mentor texts, technology in the literacy classroom, writing in the content areas, rubrics, and grammar. *Prerequisite(s): ED 258 and Formal acceptance into the Education Department.
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ED 325 - Methods for Teaching Science and Health in Early Childhood 4.00 credits.
A study of science processes in an early childhood school program and the utilization of multiple resources, organization, management, evaluation, instructional strategies, and integration of science and health in the early childhood program. Field experience is required. *Prerequisite(s): ED 250 and ED 258 . *Corequisite(s): ED 335 , ED 345 and ED 365 . Formal acceptance into Education Program required.
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ED 326 - Methods for Teaching Science and Health in Elementary/Middle Level 4.00 credits.
This course provides for the study of science processes at the middle school level (fourth through eighth grades), with emphasis upon the utilization of multiple resources, organization, classroom management, instructional strategies and assessment. Field experience is required. *Corequisite(s): ED 336 , ED 346 , and ED 366 . Formal acceptance into Education Program required.
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ED 335 - Methods for Teaching Mathematics in Early Childhood 4.00 credits.
A study of how children develop a background of understanding and skill in mathematics in Pre-K to fourth grade, concentrating on the development of problem-solving, reasoning, and communication skills in mathematics, and connecting mathematics and the real world. Additional focus will be on organization for instruction, alternative means of evaluation, and teaching special needs and at-risk students. Field experience is required. *Prerequisite(s): ED 250 and ED 258 . *Corequisite(s): ED 325 , ED 345 and ED 365 . Formal acceptance into Education Program required.
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ED 336 - Methods for Teaching Mathematics in Elementary/Middle Level 4.00 credits.
A study of how children develop a background of understanding and skill in mathematics in fourth through eighth grades with emphasis on problem-solving, reasoning and communication skills. Additional focus will be on organization for instruction, teaching methods, accommodations and alternative strategies. *Corequisite(s): ED 326 , ED 346 and ED 366 . Formal acceptance into Education Program required.
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ED 341 - ELL: Linguistic and Cultural Diversity in the Classroom 4.00 credits.
This course introduces future teachers to the special linguistic and cultural educational needs of English language learners (ELL). Aspects of cross-linguistic and cross-cultural knowledge will be studied as well as methods of instruction that focus on the language needs and background knowledge of the ELL. Theory and practices of current ELL programs will also be examined. Twenty hours of field experience required (i.e., 2 hours per week for 10 weeks). *Prerequisite(s): ED 105 , and ED 150 or ED 151 . *Corequisite(s): ED 341L. Formal acceptance into Education Program required.
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ED 345 - Methods for Teaching Reading and Writing in Early Childhood 4.00 credits.
This course furthers the study of literacy theories and research-based practices presented in ED 250 . This course explores approaches to teaching reading and writing in the primary grades and examines the construction of rich literacy environment in culturally, linguistically, and socio-economically diverse classrooms. Course content focuses on instructional strategies, curriculum design and implementation, and assessment and evaluation. Field experience is required for Methods Block. Field experience is required. *Prerequisite(s): ED 250 and ED 258 . *Corequisite(s): ED 325 , ED 335 and ED 365 . Formal acceptance into Education Program required.
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ED 346 - Methods for Teaching Reading and Writing in Elementary/Middle Level 4.00 credits.
This course furthers the study of literacy theories and research-based practices presented in ED 352 Literacy Assessment, Instruction and Intervention in Elem/Middle Level. This course explores approaches to teaching reading and writing in the elementary/middle grades and examines the construction of a rich literacy environment in culturally, linguistically, and socio-economically diverse classrooms. Course content focuses on instructional strategies, curriculum design and implementation, and assessment and evaluation. Field experience is required. *Prerequisite(s): ED 258 . *Corequisite(s): ED 326 , ED 336 and . Formal acceptance into Education Program required.
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ED 352 - Cultural Diversity: Awareness, Relevance, and Responsiveness 4.00 credits.
This course provides for the exploration and understanding of cultural diversity, particularly as related to historical, current, and future cultural diversification of the American school system. Aspects of different cultures, including beliefs, behaviors, values, and attitudes, will be compared and contrasted in relation to planning culturally relevant and responsive curriculum and instruction. Theories and programs of multicultural education will be explored. *Prerequisite(s): Formal Acceptance and ED 341 .
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ED 360 - Integrated Strategies for Creative Expression in Early Childhood 4.00 credits.
This course is designed to familiarize students with the creative, self-expression and problem-solving skills among children in early childhood settings. Students will explore creative learning theories and research and focus on developmentally appropriate curriculum strategies in all developmental domains. This course emphasizes strategies to develop, implement and evaluate activities in the environment that encourages and supports creative self-expression and problem solving in children. *Prerequisite(s): ED 250 . Formal acceptance into Education Program required.
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ED 362 - Methods for Teaching English Learners: Culturally and Linguistically Responsive Teaching 4.00 credits.
This course provides for the planning, implementation, and evaluation of developmentally appropriate educational programs for English Learners (ELs). English Learners represent an extremely diverse group of students, linguistically and culturally, and are at diverse levels of English proficiency, therefore it is important that teachers have the knowledge and skills needed to create programs that are developmentally appropriate for the diversity of English Learners in our schools. This course will focus on theoretical and practical considerations of planning, implementing, and evaluating educational programs for English Learners. *Prerequisite(s): Formal Acceptance and ED 341 .
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ED 365 - Methods for Teaching Social Studies in Early Childhood 4.00 credits.
A study of content, teaching strategies, materials, organizing approaches and curricula for teaching social studies at the early elementary level (PK through fourth grade). Students will be required to complete a field experience component, documented by a journal. *Prerequisite(s): ED 250 and ED 258 . *Corequisite(s): ED 325 , ED 335 and ED 345 . Formal acceptance into Education Program required.
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ED 366 - Methods for Teaching Social Studies in Elementary/Middle Level 4.00 credits.
This course will examine the content, teaching strategies, materials, organizing approaches and curricula for teaching social studies at the middle school level (fourth through eighth grades). Students will be required to complete a field experience component, documented by a journal. *Corequisite(s): ED 326 , ED 336 and . Formal acceptance into Education Program required.
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ED 370-378 - Special Topics in Education Variable credit.
Topics chosen in response to student and faculty interests. Formal acceptance into Education Program required. This course is repeatable for credit.
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ED 398 - Teaching English Learners Practicum 2.00 credits.
This practicum-based course provides for a structured field placement in conjunction with an online seminar in which students will: 1) conduct in-depth observations of English Learners (ELs) and 2) plan, implement, and evaluate educational programming for English Learners. Special attention will be placed on the relationship of curriculum, pedagogy, and assessment in planning educational programming. Instructional materials and strategies will be based on multicultural education and language learning theory to develop appropriate methodology to use with culturally and linguistically diverse students at varying levels of English proficiency. Sixty hours of field experience are required. *Prerequisite(s): Formal Acceptance and ED 341 . *Corequisite(s): ED 398 L.
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ED 399 - Thesis Preparation 2.00 credits.
This course focuses on the various stages of the research process and writing Chapters 1, 2 and 3 of the thesis. Students identify a research question for investigation, establish the validity of pursuing the topic of research, complete a literature review associated with their research topic, and evaluate quantitative and qualitative methods utilized when conducting studies. This course provides foundational knowledge and competencies for students who wish to complete Honors in Education during the senior year. Formal acceptance into the Education Program is required. Signature Learning Experience: Supervised Research. Register by Instructor.
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ED 400 - Senior Project in Education 2.00 credits.
Students participating in the Department’s Honors in the Discipline Program may register for this course during semesters in which research or writing for their project is being completed. Recognition for Honors in the Discipline is not assured by completion of this course. See Department Chair for additional information. *Prerequisite(s): Invitation to Honors in the Discipline Program. Signature Learning Experience: Supervised Research. Register by Instructor. This course is repeatable for credit.
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ED 470 - Professional Internship 12.00 credits.
Supervised student teaching for a full semester at the level of certification (Early Childhood, Elementary/Middle, dual certification in Special Education, or Secondary Education). A maximum of twelve credit hours from Education 470 may count toward the education major. Additional credits count as free electives. *Prerequisite(s): Completion of all program requirements with Education prefixes and cumulative grade point average required at the time of full admission to the program *Corequisite(s): ED 495 , ED 496 or ED 497 . Signature Learning Experience: Field Placement. Register by Instructor. Graded Pass/No Pass. Course fees.
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ED 480-489 - Independent Study in Education Variable credit.
Upon the initiative of the student, a program of study may be organized with a faculty member on a topic of mutual interest. *Prerequisite(s): Approval of the Department Chair and the Independent Study Committee. Register by Instructor.
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ED 495 - Senior Seminar for Early Childhood 4.00 credits.
A study of professional and ethical practices, family and community relationships, and special education issues in early childhood. (PK-4th grade). Particular emphasis will be given to the laws, procedures, and codes of conduct that guide practice, collaboration with diverse families, advocacy for the rights of children and their families, and support for the transition of children to new educational settings. *Corequisite(s): ED 470 . Signature Learning Experience: Capstone Experience. Register by Instructor.
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ED 496 - Senior Seminar for Elementary/ Middle Level 4.00 credits.
This course serves as an issues seminar for pre-service teachers, engaging them in active discussion of professional and ethical practices, family and community relationships, and special education issues in middle school settings (fourth through eighth grades). Particular emphasis will be given to the laws, procedures, and codes of conduct that guide practice, collaboration with diverse families, advocacy for the rights of early adolescent and adolescent students and their families, and support for the transition of adolescents to new educational settings. *Corequisite(s): ED 470 . Signature Learning Experience: Capstone Experience. Register by Instructor.
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ED 497 - Senior Seminar for Secondary Education 4.00 credits.
This course serves as an issues seminar for pre-service teachers, engaging them in active discussion of professional and ethical practices, family and community relationships, (urban, rural and suburban environments), advocacy for student rights, the transition of adolescents to new educational settings and special education issues in secondary school settings. *Corequisite(s): ED 470 . Signature Learning Experience: Capstone Experience. Register by Instructor.
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Engineering Courses |
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EGR 191 - Introduction to Engineering I 4.00 credits.
Introduction to the study, practice and various branches of engineering, as well as the following skills: problem solving, teamwork, project management, design, sketching, and computer-aided rendering. Includes a design project, guest speakers and plant tours. *Corequisite(s): EGR 191L. Hours: combined lecture/discussion/laboratory 5.5. Register by Instructor. Fall semester.
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EGR 192 - Introduction to Engineering II 2.00 credits.
Introduction to the development of mathematical techniques for engineering applications including Matlab and statistics. Also a study of engineering ethics, and written and oral technical communication. Continued exploration of the engineering design process, including a design-and-build project. *Prerequisite(s): EGR 191 . *Corequisite(s): EGR 192L. Hours: combined lecture/discussion/laboratory 4. Spring semester.
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EGR 200 - Engineering Research/Project Variable credit.
A student may participate in an ongoing research or design project for academic credit. Registration for this course must be approved by the supervising faculty member and the Department Chair. Juniors and seniors are encouraged to submit proposals for Independent Study (Engineering 480-489). Can be taken Pass/No Pass. Register by Instructor. This course may be repeated for credit.
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EGR 201 - Sophomore Project 1.00 credit.
An engineering project performed in small teams under the supervision of the instructor. Progress reports and a final report and presentation are required. Signature Learning Experience: Community-Based Learning. Spring semester.
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EGR 210 - Circuit Analysis 4.00 credits.
Introduction to linear circuit analysis and basic electric circuit components. Topics covered include DC analysis, AC analysis and transient analysis for circuits containing resistors, inductors, capacitors and diodes. *Prerequisite(s): PHY 201 and MA 121 . *Corequisite(s): EGR 210L. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. Fall semester.
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EGR 222 - Systems Programming (CS 222) 4.00 credits.
This course covers advanced programming and machine representation of data and data structures, including dynamic structures and files. Topics include memory allocation, run-time data organization, function linkage and parameter passing, interrupt processing and the relationship between high level and machine language. *Prerequisite(s): CS 122 . Spring semester.
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EGR 230 - Computer Architecture and Hi-Tech Fundamentals (CS 230) 4.00 credits.
Board-level design of microcomputers and the study of various computer architectures and hardware/software computing platforms. Topics include computer ethics, hardware components such as memory registers, central processor types, controllers, peripherals, input/output architecture and devices, memory management and networking. *Prerequisite(s): CS 121 . Spring semester.
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EGR 248 - Quantitative Methods/Operations Management (BA 248) 4.00 credits.
Usage of quantitative methods and operations management concepts to optimize business decisions is learned. The quantitative methods covered are forecasting, decision making, inventory management, and linear programming. The operations management concepts are project management, statistical process control, materials requirement planning, enterprise resource planning, scheduling, reliability, acceptance sampling and learning curves. *Prerequisite(s): MA 251 .
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EGR 251 - Introduction to Environmental Engineering 3.00 credits.
Introduction to environmental chemistry, chemical and biological kinetics, chemical process engineering, and risk assessment. Design and analysis of water, wastewater, solid waste, and air quality treatment systems. *Prerequisite(s): MA 121 . Fall semester, even-numbered years.
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EGR 255 - Sustainable Resource Engineering and Design 3.00 credits.
Engineering and design practices to make use of natural resources such that environmental impacts are minimized and benefits to human civilization are maximized. Design of sustainable habitats and infrastructure for developing nations. *Prerequisite(s): EGR 210 . Spring semester.
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EGR 256 - Environmental Site Engineering and Design 4.00 credits.
The theory and application of geophysical imaging methods to the investigation of subsurface materials and structures that are likely to have significant engineering and environmental implications. A wide variety of methods including seismic reflection, seismic refraction, electromagnetic, ground-penetrating radar, potential fields, electrical resistivity, and borehold logging will be introduced and examined. Natural and man-made disasters will be discussed. Includes a surveying and soil laboratory. *Prerequisite(s): PHY 201 . Fall semester.
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EGR 260 - Statics 3.00 credits.
Equilibria of particles and rigid bodies subject to concentrated and distributed forces with practical applications to the design of mechanical structures. Topics include structural analysis, internal forces, friction, inertial properties and virtual work. *Prerequisite(s): PHY 201 and MA 121 . Fall semester.
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EGR 264 - Strength of Materials 4.00 credits.
Behavior of materials under load up to and including fracture with applications to the design of physical systems. Topics include axial stress and strain, torsion, pressure vessels, stresses in beams, combined multiaxial stresses, failure criteria, linear elastic fracture mechanics, fatigue, and materials science structure-function relationships. Includes a two-hour lab each week, including Finite Element Analysis. *Prerequisite(s): EGR 260 and MA 122 . *Corequisite(s): EGR 264L. Fall semester.
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EGR 301 - Engineering Design and Junior Project 2.00 credits.
This course explores design methodology and practice under the supervision of the instructor. Progress reports including a final report and presentation are required. Hours: lecture 1 and project work. Register by Instructor. Spring semester.
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EGR 310 - Signals and Systems 3.00 credits.
Analysis of continuous-time linear systems, discrete-time linear systems, and methods of signal sampling and reconstruction. Applications of Fourier Series, Fourier Transform and Laplace Transform. Exploration of digital signal processing using Matlab programming. *Prerequisite(s): PHY 202 and MA 122 . Fall semester.
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EGR 311 - Electronics 4.00 credits.
Practical and theoretical study of fundamental components and circuits, including transistors, diodes, integrated circuits, power supplies, filters, amplifiers, control circuits and some digital electronics. *Prerequisite(s): EGR 210 . *Corequisite(s): EGR 311L. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. Spring semester, odd-numbered years.
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EGR 312 - Electromagnetism (PHY 312) 3.00 credits.
An intermediate course in electromagnetism including electro- and magnetostatics and dynamics, Maxwell’s equations, macroscopic fields, electromagnetic waves and special relativity. *Prerequisite(s): PHY 202 and MA 122 . Spring semester, odd-numbered years.
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EGR 315 - Communication Theory 3.00 credits.
An introduction to the broad area of communication systems. Introduction to communication systems including the analysis and transmission of signals, modulation and demodulation, sampling and analog-to-digital conversion, and an introduction to both digital data transmission and wireless communications. *Prerequisite(s): EGR 310 . Spring semester, even-numbered years.
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EGR 317 - Physics of Semiconductor Devices 3.00 credits.
An introduction to semiconductor crystals and their properties; carrier modeling and action; fundamentals of carrier generation, transport, recombination and storage in semiconductors; principles of operation of p-n junction diodes, bipolar junction transistors, MOS field-effect transistors, MOS capacitors and some semiconductor photonic/optoelectronic devices. Device modeling is performed at a level that addresses basic physical principles and, at the same time, provides notions useful for integrated circuit analysis and design. *Prerequisite(s): PHY 202 . Fall semester, even-numbered years.
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EGR 318 - Fiber Optics Communication Systems 3.00 credits.
Course includes an introduction to optics, fiber optics and optical communications. Among the topics covered in the course: an overview of geometric and wave optics; the optical fiber, optical confinement; step-index fibers and graded-index fibers; single-mode and multimode fibers; numerical aperture; loss, dispersion and nonlinearities in fibers; splices, connectors, couplers and gratings; optical transmitters, light sources and electronic driving circuits; optical receivers, detectors and noise, optical amplifiers; optic-link design, single-wavelength fiber-optic network topologies, standard fiber networks; wavelength-division multiplexing; solution-link design. *Prerequisite(s): EGR 210 . Fall semester, odd-numbered years.
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EGR 323 - Biomechanics of Human Movement 3.00 credits.
Dynamics of muscle and tendon, models of muscle contraction. Kinematics and dynamics of the human body, methods for generating equations of motion. Mechanics of proprioceptors and other sensors. Analysis of human movement, including gait, running, and balance. Computer simulations and discussion of experimental measurement techniques. *Prerequisite(s): EGR 360 and CS 121 . Spring semester, even-numbered years.
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EGR 324 - Structural Aspects of Biomaterials 3.00 credits.
The structure and mechanical functions of biological materials and their replacements, biocompatability of biomaterials and host response, material selection for load bearing applications including reconstructive surgery, orthopedics, dentistry, and cardiology. Mechanical design for longevity including topics of fatigue, wear, and fracture are addressed through case studies that examine failures of devices. *Prerequisite(s): EGR 264 . Spring semester, odd-numbered years.
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EGR 328 - Introduction to Biomedical Engineering Design 3.00 credits.
This course uses problem-based learning to introduce students to biomedical engineering design concepts, tools, and methodologies. Students will work in small groups and use virtual design and computational tools to propose and validate feasible solutions to real-world biomedical engineering problems with industrial and/or clinical relevance. *Prerequisite(s): EGR 201 . Fall semester, even-numbered years.
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EGR 332 - Digital Design I (CS 332) 4.00 credits.
Introduction to Boolean algebra, design of combinational and sequential circuits, and their use in von Neumann computer architecture. Basic parts of computer systems including memory, control and input-output systems are studied. The student is expected to design a simple micro-programmed computer. *Prerequisite(s): CS 121 . Fall semester.
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EGR 333 - Digital Design II, Assembly Language, and Interfacing (CS 333) 4.00 credits.
Digital logic and integrated circuits to implement logic; architecture and machine language programming of minicomputers and microprocessors; design, testing, and construction of instrument-to-computer and computer-to-instrument interfaces; design and testing of supporting software. *Prerequisite(s): CS 332 /EGR 332 , or permission of the instructor. Spring semester, odd-numbered years.
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EGR 341 - Industrial and Systems Engineering Methods 3.00 credits.
Production management with emphasis on process improvement, cost reduction, incentives and ergonomics. Students also conduct preliminary work for their senior project. *Prerequisite(s): MA 251 . Fall semester, even-numbered years.
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EGR 345 - Fundamentals of Process Improvement 3.00 credits.
This course introduces current approaches to improve work processes and establish effective control systems for ensuring the quality of process outputs. The six sigma methodology for reduction of process variability is explored. The use of financial management systems, engineering economics, and change management principles are introduced to measure improvement, make informed decisions, and encourage organizational change. Students use statistical software to achieve incremental and breakthrough improvement on a semester project. *Prerequisite(s): MA 251 . Fall semester.
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EGR 347 - Global Supply Chain Management (BA 347) 4.00 credits.
This course focuses on the management of supply chain processes and performance. It will be valuable for students who would like to pursue a career in supply chain, operations, logistics of a manufacturing or distribution firm. We explore important supply chain metrics, primary tradeoffs in making supply chain decisions, and basic tools for effective and efficient supply chain management, production planning and inventory control, order fulfillment and supply chain coordination. We will also investigate topics such as global supply chain design, logistics, and outsourcing, several other recent supply chain innovations. The class format includes lectures, case discussions, guest speakers, and simulation games. The content covers both quantitative and qualitative materials. The cases will feature companies in the service industry, as well as firms in more traditional industries such as apparel and manufacturing. *Prerequisite(s): BA 248 /EGR 248 or MA 251 . Spring semester.
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EGR 348 - Introduction to Manufacturing Processes 3.00 credits.
This course explores subtractive and additive manufacturing processes with a primary focus on solidification processes, metal forming and sheet metalworking, material removal processes, property enhancing and surface processing operations, and joining and assembly processes. Students will specify manufacturing process for both low and high volume production in a semester project. *Prerequisite(s): PHY 201 . Fall semester.
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EGR 351 - Water and Wastewater Engineering 3.00 credits.
The design and operation of water and wastewater treatment facilities will be examined with an emphasis on quantitative problem-solving. Physical, chemical, and biological treatment processes used in modern water and wastewater treatment will be explored. *Prerequisite(s): EGR 260 . Fall semester, odd-numbered years.
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EGR 353 - Green Architectural Engineering 3.00 credits.
State-of-the-art green architectural engineering methods for residential, commercial, and industrial real-estate development in industrialized countries. Green building design methods for heating, cooling, lighting, power generation & distribution, water-management, indoor air-quality control, and noise abatement. Green construction methods. Green building standards including local building codes, zoning ordinances, and national and international standards. Case studies from the simplest Amish homes to state-of-the-art US, EU, and Asian green architectures. *Corequisite(s): PHY 201 , or permission by the instructor. Fall semester, even-numbered years.
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EGR 360 - Dynamics 3.00 credits.
Newtonian mechanics of particles, a system of particles and of rigid bodies in fixed and moving reference frames in three dimensions. Topics include energy and momentum concepts, Euler’s equations, and the simple oscillator. With applications to mechanical systems. *Prerequisite(s): PHY 201 and MA 122 . Fall semester.
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EGR 364 - Structural Engineering 3.00 credits.
Introduction to the field of structural engineering. Discussion of structural analysis techniques and concepts such as virtual work, flexibility method, stiffness method, influence lines, and matrix structural analysis. Training in AutoCAD and exposure to commonly used structural analysis computer program(s). Discussion of basic design concepts and principles. *Prerequisite(s): EGR 264 . Spring semester, even-numbered years.
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EGR 366 - Civil Engineering Materials 3.00 credits.
Discussion of basic mechanical and physical properties of a variety of civil engineering materials such as concrete, asphalt, wood, and fiber composites. Evaluation and design for properties, load-time deformation characteristics, response to typical service environments. *Prerequisite(s): EGR 264 . Spring semester, even-numbered years.
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EGR 368 - Fluid Mechanics and Hydrology 3.00 credits.
Topics include fluid properties, fluid statics, control volume analysis, steady and unsteady Bernoulli equation, and introduction to differential analysis of fluid flow. Laminar and turbulent flow in pipes and channels and in external flow. The boundary layer concept, lift and drag. Runoff and catchment. *Prerequisite(s): EGR 260 and MA 122 . Spring semester.
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EGR 370-378 - Special Topics in Engineering Variable credit.
An opportunity to offer courses that are not part of the regular curriculum. This course is repeatable for credit.
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EGR 395 - Fall Seminar 1.00 credit.
Seminar series with weekly presentations of topics of current interest in engineering. Speakers include practicing engineers and researchers from industry or other academic institutions, Elizabethtown faculty, and senior-level Elizabethtown students. Fall semester.
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EGR 396 - Spring Seminar 1.00 credit.
Seminar series with weekly presentations of topics of current interest in engineering. Speakers include practicing engineers and researchers from industry or other academic institutions, Elizabethtown faculty, and senior-level Elizabethtown students. Spring semester.
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EGR 400 - Engineering Portfolio 1.00 credit.
The portfolio will provide students with a vehicle for documenting their achievements and competencies in engineering. Signature Learning Experience: Developmental Portfolio. Graded Pass/No Pass.
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EGR 401 - Senior Project in Engineering I 2.00 credits.
A demanding, and perhaps original, engineering project performed under close supervision of a faculty member. Students usually work in teams on the given project. For this course, the scope of the project typically includes problem definition, development of requirements, and preliminary design work. Progress reports, a final report and a public seminar are required. Register by Instructor.
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EGR 402 - Senior Project in Engineering II 2.00 credits.
A demanding, and perhaps original, engineering project performed under close supervision of a faculty member. Students usually work in teams on the given project. For this course, the scope of the project typically includes detail and final design work and construction of a working prototype. Progress reports, a final report and a public seminar are required. Signature Learning Experience: Capstone Experience. Register by Instructor.
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EGR 410 - Control Systems 4.00 credits.
Design and analysis of continuous time-domain control systems using system modeling techniques and simulation software for control algorithms. Evaluation of control system performance and design criteria including feedback, stability, sensitivity, time and frequency response. Introduction to similar topics in the discrete-time domains. Includes a two-hour laboratory each week applying the theory to physical systems. *Prerequisite(s): EGR 310 . *Corequisite(s): EGR 410L. Spring semester.
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EGR 422 - Operating Systems (CS 422) 4.00 credits.
Principles and theories behind the design of operating systems and their practical implementation, including executives and monitors, task handlers, scheduling algorithms, file handlers, device drivers and interrupt handlers, theories of resource allocation and sharing, multiprocessing and interprocess communication. *Prerequisite(s): CS 222 / EGR 222 and CS 332 / EGR 332 . Spring semester, even-numbered years.
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EGR 433 - Advanced Computer Engineering (CS 433) 4.00 credits.
Circuit level design and implementation of complete computer systems. Major laboratory projects require students to design, build, test and demonstrate computer hardware designs using Field Programmable Gate Arrays and bread boarded circuits. Class lectures include design of embedded systems, microcontrollers, microprocessors and supercomputers. *Prerequisite(s): CS 332 /EGR 332 . Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. Spring semester, even-numbered years.
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EGR 434 - Green Robotics, Automation, and Machine Intelligence (CS 434) 4.00 credits.
Cutting-edge innovations in robotics, automation, and machine Intelligence that result in the most environmentally-friendly and humanity-sensitive use of technology and resources to manufacture products or aid humans. Various forms of Machine Intelligence including Symbolic AI which uses programmed rules, heuristics, and forms of knowledge representation; and artificial neural networks which are connectionist computer architectures (hardware or software) where many computational nodes are connected to solve problems requiring rapid adaptation, or where governing equations are not known or cannot be easily computed. Mobile-robot and robotic-arm theory, applications, simulations, real-time control, and path-planning strategies are included. *Prerequisite(s): CS 121 and MA 121 . Fall semester, odd-numbered years.
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EGR 463 - Analytical Mechanics and Vibrations 3.00 credits.
Lagrangian formulations for three-dimensional motion of particles and rigid bodies. Linear free and forced responses of one and multi degree of freedom systems and simple continuous systems. Introduction to vibration control/absorption. *Prerequisite(s): EGR 360 and MA 321 . Spring semester.
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EGR 467 - Thermodynamics 3.00 credits.
Properties of pure substances, equations of state, and the laws of thermodynamics applied to analysis of closed and open systems, including power and refrigeration cycles, psychrometrics and combustion. Emphasis on macroscopic thermodynamics and engineering applications. *Prerequisite(s): EGR 260 and MA 122 , or permission of the instructor. Spring semester.
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EGR 468 - Introductory Heat Transfer 3.00 credits.
This course introduces the three modes of heat transfer - conduction, convection, and radiation. These concepts will be applied to analyze problems of practical interest including fins and heat exchangers. There will be a strong emphasis placed on deriving the governing equations, as this indicates understanding of the underlying physics. Since it is difficult to obtain analytical solutions to most practical heat transfer problems, numerical solution methods will also be covered. *Prerequisite(s): EGR 467 , EGR 368 , and MA 321 . Offered as needed.
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EGR 470-474 - Internship in Engineering Variable credit.
Opportunity for students to intern in an engineering setting. A maximum of twelve credit hours from Engineering 470-474 may count as engineering electives. Additional credits count as free electives. Signature Learning Experience: Internship. Graded Pass / No Pass. Register by Instructor. This course is repeatable for credit.
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EGR 475 - Engineering Co-Op 0.00 credits.
Students with a declaration of engineering, computer engineering, and industrial engineering management are eligible to complete their degree under a Co-Op Program. The Co-Op Program extends the 4-year degree into a 5-year program. Under this option, students typically complete one or two seven-month co-op rotations: Spring/Summer and Summer/Fall. For more information, please refer to the Departmental page outlining the Engineering and Physics Programs in the online catalog. Signature Learning Experience: Internship. Graded Pass/No Pass. Register by Instructor. This course is repeatable for credit.
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EGR 480-489 - Independent Study in Engineering Variable credit.
Study and experimentation in an area of interest to the student and faculty member. *Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Independent Study Committee. Register by Instructor. This course is repeatable for credit.
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EGR 495 - Architectural Design Studio I (ART 495) 2.00 credits.
Architectural Design studio course offered every Spring with rotating architectural case studies taught by full-time faculty and visiting Architects. Case studies are repeated no less than every two years so that students in Studio I and Studio II can participate in the same lectures. Independent student design work in Studio I and II is required to be documented in an electronic portfolio; and professional documentation, drawings, and oral defense of architectural designs are required. Register by Instructor. Spring semester.
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EGR 496 - Architectural Design Studio II (ART 496) 2.00 credits.
Architectural Design studio course offered every Spring with rotating architectural case studies taught by full-time faculty and visiting Architects. Case studies are repeated no less than every two years so that students in Studio I and Studio II can participate in the same lectures. Independent student design work in Studio I and II is required to be documented in an electronic portfolio; and professional documentation, drawings, and oral defense of architectural designs are required. Signature Learning Experience: Capstone Experience. Register by Instructor. Spring semester.
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EN 100 - PLE Writing and Language 4.00 credits.
(Power of Language Core Course)
A writing course focusing on writing as a process of discovery concerning ideas, drafting, revising and editing. Students read, write and speak about a variety of aspects of the power of language. *Note: Students assigned to EN 100 may not enroll in EN 150 , and those placed in EN 150 may not enroll in EN 100.
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EN 101 - CE Literature: Form and Performance 4.00 credits.
(Creative Expression Core Course)
An examination of various forms of literature with the purpose of understanding both how they produce distinct aesthetic experiences and how to use these forms creatively. Individual sections might focus on poetry, drama, Shakespeare, short story, film, and the novel, or some combination of these. This course does not count toward the English major or minor. This course is repeatable for credit.
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EN 102 - WCH Western Literary Culture 4.00 credits.
(Western Cultural Heritage Core Course)
An exploration of Western culture via literary forms such as film, prose, and poetry, this course places cultural understandings in context and relates the past to the present. Since the course may vary in content, it may be repeated for credit, provided the content is not duplicated. This course does not count toward the English major or minor.
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EN 103 - NCH Literary Culture of the East 4.00 credits.
(Non-Western Cultural Heritage Core Course)
An exploration of non-Western culture via literary forms such as film, prose, and poetry, this course places cultural understandings in context and relates the past to the present. Since the course may vary in content, it may be repeated for credit, provided the content is not duplicated. This course does not count toward the English major or minor.
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