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College Catalog 2021-2022 [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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Education Courses |
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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. Spring only. Bi-Annually.
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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): ED 105 and ED 150 or ED 151 formal acceptance into the Education Program is required.
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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.
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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 or formal acceptance into the Education Program required. *Corequisite(s): ED 250L.
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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.
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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. *Prerequisite(s): ED 105 and ED 150 or ED 151 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): 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. Register by Instructor.
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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. Register by Instructor.
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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 Program.
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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. Register by Instructor.
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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. Register by Instructor.
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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. Register by Instructor.
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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. Register by Instructor.
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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. Register by Instructor.
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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): 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): 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. Register by Instructor.
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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): 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 School’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 the Dean of Human and Health Professions 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 Dean 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 190 - Engineering Fabrication Lab 1.00 credit.
An introduction to prototyping. Students are trained for the general safe use of the Bollman Fabrication Laboratory while being introduced to the specific prototyping tools and equipment available in our facility. This course covers specific techniques and knowledge required for the proper use of the tools, materials and equipment in the lab including 3D printing and CNC machining. Pass/No Pass. Register by Instructor. Fall semester.
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EGR 191 - Introduction to Engineering I 3.00 credits.
Introduction to the engineering profession and application of the engineering design process. Development of fundamental engineering skills and competencies including problem solving, teamwork, experimental design, computer-aided design, prototyping, experimentation, data analysis, technical writing and lifelong learning. Multidisciplinary team project includes fabrication, troubleshooting and use of devices to solve authentic open-ended problem. *Corequisite(s): EGR 191L. Hours combined: studio/laboratory. Register by Instructor. Fall semester.
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EGR 192 - Introduction to Engineering II 2.00 credits.
Collaborative problem solving through the application of the engineering design process in a semester-long project. This course focuses on project management, problem definition, product design specifications, conceptual design, decision making, fabrication, testing and redesign. Discussion of engineering ethics, moral dilemmas and issues encountered in academic and professional settings. Effective oral technical communication. *Prerequisite(s): EGR 191 and EGR 190 or permission by instructor. Hours: combined studio/lecture 4. Spring semester.
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EGR 195 - Introduction to MATLAB® 1.00 credit.
A self-paced online course introducing students to the fundamentals of MATLAB®. Students will learn to work in the MATLAB® environment and use built-in functions. They will develop and execute script files and custom functions. Students will use arrays and vectors in computations. They will learn to use basic control-flow structures. Students will explore an additional topic of their choice and develop a tutorial for that topic.
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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 Dean. 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 - Community-Based Project 2.00 credits.
Engineering projects performed in small teams to meet the requirements of community-based clients, under the supervision of a faculty mentor. Progress reports and a final report and presentation are required. *Prerequisite(s): EGR 192 or permission by instructor. 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, and capacitors. *Prerequisite(s): MA 121 . *Corequisite(s): EGR 210L and PHY 202 . Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 2. 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.
An introduction to computer engineering including hi-tech fundamentals, trends, and computer architectures. Ethical impacts in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts. *Prerequisite(s): CS 121 or permission by instructor. 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): A grade of C- or better in MA 121 . Fall semester, even-numbered years.
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EGR 256 - Environmental Site Engineering and Design 3.00 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 257 - Surveying Laboratory 1.00 credit.
This laboratory provides a solid foundation in surveying fundamentals, and sufficient practice to develop the necessary skills to determine the position of, and the distance and angles between natural and man-made objects. It also explores methods to compute and depict surfaces using traditional and modern surveying equipment, field procedures and software. *Corequisite(s): EGR 256 . 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 of trusses and frames, internal forces in beams, friction, and machines. *Prerequisite(s): PHY 201 and MA 121 . Fall semester.
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EGR 264 - Mechanics of Materials 4.00 credits.
Behavior of solids under pure (axial, torsional, flexural, shear) and combined loading. Formulation and application of equilibrium, kinematic and constitutive relations to determine forces, stresses, strains and deformations. Analysis of statically-indeterminate systems. Member strength and stability assessment. Includes a two-hour weekly lab. *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 a team of faculty. Progress reports including a final report and presentation are required. For this course, the scope of the project typically includes problem definition, development of requirements, and preliminary design work. Students work in groups of 3-5 students. Progress reports, a final report and a public seminar are required. *Prerequisite(s): EGR 192 or permission by instructor. Hours: lecture 1 and project work. 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 2. Spring semester, odd-numbered years.
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EGR 312 - Electromagnetism 3.00 credits.
An intermediate course in electromagnetism including vector calculus in Cartesian, cylindrical, and spherical coordinates, electrostatics, dielectrics, Laplace’s equation, and Poisson’s equation. *Prerequisite(s): PHY 202 . Spring semester, odd-numbered years.
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EGR 315 - Telecommunication Systems 3.00 credits.
An introduction to the broad area of telecommunication 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 . Offered as needed.
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EGR 318 - AC Circuits, Power, and Machines 3.00 credits.
Course includes an introduction to alternating current circuits, power electronics, and electric machines. Among the topics covered in the course: phasor notation of electrical signals, analysis of AC circuits, transformers, three-phase circuits; introduction to power; generation, transmission, and distribution of electricity; motors and generators *Prerequisite(s): EGR 210 . Fall semester, odd-numbered years.
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EGR 323 - Biomechanics of Human Movement 3.00 credits.
An introduction to the theory and practice of Biomechanics. Topics include functional anatomy and kinesiology; dynamics of muscle and tendon; models of muscle contraction; mechanics of proprioceptors and other sensors; analysis of human movement, including gait, running, jumping and lifting; computer simulations and exploration 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, biocompatibility 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 - Bio-Electric Signals in Engineering 3.00 credits.
This course surveys the types of electrical signals produced by the human body and how those signals are useful for medical diagnosis, clinical treatment and scientific research. Using bio-electric signals, students will gain hands on experience proposing and answering scientific questions and applying principles of engineering to medicine and physiology. Previous experience with MATLAB will be very useful, but not required. *Pre/Corequisite(s): EGR 310 . Fall semester, even-numbered years.
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EGR 332 - Digital Design I (CS 332) 4.00 credits.
Introduction to Boolean Algebra, and Discrete Math. Design of combinational and sequential digital logic circuits, and their use in computer architectures. Introduction to machine instructions and assembly language programming. Design of a simple microprogrammed computer. *Prerequisite(s): CS 121 or permission of the instructor. Fall semester.
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EGR 333 - Digital Design II, Assembly Language, and Interfacing (CS 333) 4.00 credits.
Advanced digital logic design and circuit implementations. Assembly language programming. Design, testing, and construction of interfaces, and design and testing of supporting software. Field Programmable Gate Arrays (FPGA’s), Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC’s), Microcontroller development systems. Breadboarded TTL circuit implementations. Circuit simulators. Raspberry pi’s, Arduino’s, and similar simple devices. Custom lab manuals. *Prerequisite(s): CS 332 /EGR 332 . Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. 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, odd-numbered years.
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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. 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. *Prerequisite(s): BA 248 /EGR 248 or MA 251 . Spring semester, odd-numbered years.
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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.
Green architectural engineering methods for residential, commercial, and industrial architectures and land development in industrialized countries. Green building design methods for active and passive heating and cooling including solar design. Natural day-lighting. Illumination engineering. Acoustical engineering. LEED standards for green buildings and neighborhoods. Regional and College Master plans. Case studies from the US, EU, and Asia. Related thermodynamic, fluid mechanics, optics, and acoustical fundamentals. Fall semester, even-numbered years.
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EGR 355 - 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 360 - Dynamics 3.00 credits.
Newtonian mechanics of rigid bodies in fixed and moving reference frames in two and three dimensions. Topics also include kinematics, energy and momentum analyses, inelastic collisions, non-constant mass systems, computer simulation, and the simple oscillator. *Prerequisite(s): PHY 201 and MA 122 . Fall semester.
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EGR 364 - Structural Engineering 3.00 credits.
Idealization, discretization and analysis of structures using the Principle of Virtual Work, Direct Stiffness Method and influence lines. Introduction to the Finite Element Method and computational analysis using open-source and commercial software. Overview of iconic structures around the world. *Prerequisite(s): EGR 264 . It is recommended to take MA 321 before EGR 364. Spring semester, odd-numbered years.
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EGR 366 - Steel and Reinforced Concrete Design 3.00 credits.
Design of structural steel (tension members, compression members, beams and simple connections) and reinforced concrete (columns, beams, slabs, footings). Discussion of material properties, design philosophies and load combinations, and application of current standard specifications and building codes. Design of structural systems and open-ended design projects. Discussion of case studies on structural failure. *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 222 . 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 and related fields. Speakers include practicing engineers and researchers from industry or other academic institutions, Elizabethtown faculty, and invited campus-wide speakers from a variety of disciplines. 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 and related fields. Speakers include practicing engineers and researchers from industry or other academic institutions, Elizabethtown faculty, and invited campus-wide speakers from a variety of disciplines. 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 the supervision of a team of faculty. For this course, the scope of the project typically includes detail and final design work and construction or a working prototype. Students work in groups of 3-5 students. Progress reports, a final report and a public seminar are required. *Prerequisite(s): EGR 301 or permission by instructor. Fall semester.
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EGR 402 - Senior Project in Engineering II 2.00 credits.
A demanding, and perhaps original, engineering project performed under the supervision of a team of faculty. For this course, the scope of the project typically includes testing, analysis and redesign, with the potential fabrication of an improved prototype or preliminary scaled manufacturing process design. Students work in groups of 3-5 students. Progress reports, a final report and a public seminar are required. *Prerequisite(s): EGR 401 or permission by instructor. Signature Learning Experience: Capstone Experience. Spring semester.
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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.
Lectures include design of embedded systems, microcontrollers, microprocessors, and supercomputers. Cache designs, parallel processing topics, instruction set designs, neurocomputer designs, IBM research. Major digital design laboratory projects require students to design, build, test, and demonstrate prototype computer hardware. Custom lab manuals. *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. Human Computer Interactions (HCI). Periodic creation of large mobile robots. *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 the two and 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 and experimental analysis and modeling of oscillatory systems. *Prerequisite(s): EGR 360 and MA 321 . Spring semester.
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EGR 467 - Thermodynamics 3.00 credits.
Properties of ideal gases and liquid-vapor mixes 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 222 . Spring semester.
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EGR 468 - 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. Since it is difficult to obtain analytical solutions to most practical heat transfer problems and numerical solution methods. *Prerequisite(s): EGR 368 , EGR 467 , and MA 321 . Offered as needed.
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EGR 470-474 - Internship in Engineering Variable credit.
Opportunity for students to explore engineering, apply knowledge, and develop relevant skills through supervised professional experiences. Students are expected to invest a minimum of three hours a week per credit. 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 School’s 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 with rotating architectural case studies and lectures taught by full-time faculty and visiting architectural professionals. Course content is repeated no less than every four years so that students in Studio I and Studio II can participate in the same lectures. Professional documentation, drawings, and oral defense of architectural designs. Register by Instructor. Spring semester.
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EGR 496 - Architectural Design Studio II (ART 496) 2.00 credits.
Architectural design studio course with rotating architectural case studies and lectures taught by full-time faculty and visiting architectural professionals. Course content is repeated no less than every four years so that students in Studio I and Studio II can participate in the same lectures. Professional documentation, drawings, and oral defense of architectural designs. 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 composition 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 Non-Western Literary Culture 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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EN 104 - HUM Introduction to Literature 4.00 credits.
(Humanities Core Course)
An exploration of ethical and moral dilemmas, values, and choices presented in literary works. Students evaluate and support their decisions concerning ethical conduct in the works, and make aesthetic (artistic) assessments. Topics may include the tragic consequences of valid actions in Greek drama and American and African narratives; legend and fantasy; and moral crises explored by British authors ranging from John Milton to Carol Ann Duffy. *Since the course may vary in focus, 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 150 - PLE Advanced Writing and Language 4.00 credits.
(Power of Language Core Course)
A composition course designed to explore the writing process and the history of the English language, its past and present uses and powers. Students write, read, and speak about a variety of aspects of the history and 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 165 - CE Introduction to Creative Writing 4.00 credits.
(Creative Expression Core Course)
This course encourages students’ creative self-expression, and it develops their understanding and appreciation of one of the main literary genres (poetry, prose, or drama). The materials covered in the class are shaped by the instructor’s specializations and interests: for details about course content during a particular semester, see the English Department’s website.
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EN 185 - Introduction to Professional Writing 4.00 credits.
This course provides an introduction to workplace writing. Writing assignments include writing for the media, short reports, and webpage/document design. The course also offers a variety of professional development workshops covering topics such as networking, informational interviews, and resumes. *Prerequisite(s): EN 100 or EN 150 .
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EN 200 - WCH British Literature and Culture I: 550 – 1660 4.00 credits.
(Western Cultural Heritage Core Course)
The first section of our two-part British Literature and Culture Survey Sequence, this course explores seminal works from the Medieval, Renaissance, Reformation, Civil War, and Commonwealth periods. By examining the texts’ literary devices, themes, genres, structures, and contexts, students will develop their broad and close reading skills. They will also augment their knowledge about the early literatures and cultures of England, Scotland, Wales, and Ireland. (The texts and themes explored in the course are shaped by the instructor’s specializations and interests: for details about materials covered during a particular semester, see the English Department’s website.) *Students in the English Literature Concentration should take this course during the fall of their First Year.
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EN 201 - WCH British Literature and Culture II: 1660 – Present Day 4.00 credits.
(Western Cultural Heritage Core Course)
*A Guided Writing and Research Course.
This course is the second of our two-part British Literature and Culture Survey Sequence. It explores seminal texts from the literary and cultural movements that developed after the Restoration—movements traditionally known as the Neoclassical, Pre-Romantic, Romantic, Victorian, Edwardian, Modern, and Contemporary. By examining the texts’ literary devices, themes, genres, structures, and contexts, students will develop their broad and close reading skills. They will also enhance and strengthen their literary and cultural knowledge of the countries that became the United Kingdom of Great Britain. (The texts and themes explored in the course are shaped by the instructor’s specializations and interests: for details about materials covered during a particular semester, see the English Department’s website.) *Prerequisite(s): EN 100 or EN 150 . *Students in the English Literature Concentration should take this course during the spring of their First Year.
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EN 202 - HUM American Literature and Culture I: Beginnings – 1865 4.00 credits.
(Humanities Core Course)
The first section of our two-part American Literature and Culture Survey Sequence, this course encompasses formative works created prior to and during the Civil War. Beginning with pre-Columbian Indigenous storytelling, the course moves through Colonial, Revolutionary, early National, and American Renaissance texts. By studying the works’ literary devices, themes, genres, structures, and contexts, students will develop their broad and close reading skills. They will also expand and deepen their understanding and appreciation of foundational literatures and cultures of North America and the United States. (The texts and themes explored in the course are shaped by the instructor’s specializations and interests: for details about materials covered during a particular semester, see the English Department’s website.) Fall semester. *Students in the English Literature Concentration should take this course during the fall of their First Year.
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EN 203 - HUM American Literature and Culture II: 1866 – Present 4.00 credits.
(Humanities Core Course)
*A Guided Writing and Research Course.
This course is the second of our two-part American Literature and Culture Survey Sequence. It encompasses seminal texts from the literary and cultural movements that developed after the Civil War—movements traditionally known as Romantic, Realist, Modern, and Contemporary. By studying the works’ literary devices, themes, genres, structures, and contexts, students will develop their broad and close reading skills, and they will also expand their knowledge about the literatures and cultures of the United States. (The texts and themes explored in the course are shaped by the instructor’s specializations and interests: for details about materials covered during a particular semester, see the English Department’s website.) *Prerequisite(s): EN 100 or EN 150 . Spring semester. *Students in the English Literature Concentration should take this course during the spring of their First Year.
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EN 210 - WCH British Literature, Focus Course 4.00 credits.
(Western Cultural Heritage Core Course)
*A Guided Writing and Research Course.
This course presents an exciting opportunity to explore and engage deeply with a particular period or theme from Britain’s extensive literary and cultural history. The subject matter of the course is shaped by the instructor’s specializations and interests: past offerings include “Medieval Literature: Romance and War,” “The Renaissance Woman—and Man,” “Eighteenth-Century Wit and Wisdom,” ”Romanticism: The Nature of Revolution,” “Victorian Literature—Gender, Ambition, Transgression,” and “Modern Literature and the World Wars.” For details about course content during a particular semester, see the English Department’s website. *Prerequisite(s): EN 100 or EN 150 .
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