May 21, 2024  
2014-2015 Undergraduate Academic Catalog 
    
2014-2015 Undergraduate Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 

Management Systems

  
  • MS 3806 - Intermediate Enterprise Java

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    The Java 2 Enterprise Edition (J2EE) is further investigated in this course by using JavaServer Pages (JSP) as a server-side scripting language to quickly develop Enterprise Java Web sites. JSP expressions, declarations, scriptlets, directives and custom tag libraries are investigated and used in course programming assignments. Open source components such as Apache, Tomcat-Jasper, Ant, JUnit, Struts and Velocity are used in the hands-on portion of the course. (prereq: MS 3805 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • Develop server-side JSPs that dynamically respond to user requests submitted by web browsers
    • Understand the essentials of the HTTP 1.1 protocol
    • Understand the essentials of the HTML 4.01, particularly HTML Forms
    • Understand the Model-View-Controller design pattern
    • Understand JSP Custom Tag Libraries and JSTL 1.0 basics
    • Understand the basics of network security and web authentication
    • Develop a simple e-commerce site that is built entirely using JSPs
    • Understand basic database integration into dynamic web sites
    • Understand the basics of XML processing of dynamic web content
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • Knowledge, understanding and familiarity with server-side java programming techniques and Open Source tools
    Course Topics
    • An introduction to JavaServer Pages
    • JSP lifecycle model
    • JSP expressions, declarations, and scriptlets
    • JSP page directive
    • JSP include directive (server-side includes)
    • JSP object scope (page, request, session, and application)
    • JSP, JavaBean, and servlet integration
    • The Model-View-Controller design pattern
    • JSP Custom Tag Libraries and the JSTL 1.0
    • Complementary JSP technologies (Struts)
    • Alternative JSP technologies (Velocity)
    • Database essentials: SQL and JDBC
    Coordinator
    Jeffrey Blessing
  
  • MS 3807 - Advanced Enterprise Java Programming

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    The Java 2 Enterprise Edition (J2EE) is further explored in this course by using Enterprise JavaBeans (EJB) as a gateway into legacy applications such as databases, transactions and security frameworks made popular in enterprise computing environments. EJB home interfaces, remote interfaces, local interfaces, session beans, entity beans and message beans are investigated and used in the course programming assignments. Open source components such as JBoss, JUnit, CVS and Xdoclet are used in the hands-on portion of this course. (prereq: MS 3806 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • None
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • None
    Course Topics
    • None
    Coordinator
    Jeffrey Blessing
  
  • MS 3812 - C++ Programming for Business

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    The object-oriented programmer is introduced to the syntax and semantics of the C++ programming language. Students write several programs exploring basic techniques covering the concepts of: C++ expressions, data types, functions, parameter passing, control structures, data structures and operator overloading. The basic object model in C++ is covered and the canonical form of class authorship is stressed (constructors, destructors, copy constructors and overloading the assignment operator). (prereq: MA 127 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • Knowledge of the basic expressions that make up the C++ language (constant, variable, arithmetic, relational, logical, etc.)
    • Knowledge of control statements and the proper structuring of control statements to solve problems.
    • Knowledge of I/O streams for reading and writing data to and from files, consoles and other devices.
    • Knowledge of functions and parameter passing (value parameters, reference parameters, return by reference, tec.)
    • Ability to design a program in a modular fashion using functions.
    • Understand the scoping rules for identifiers and the use of global namespaces.
    • Knowledge of basic data structures: arrays and vectors (both one-and two-dimensional).
    • Knowledge of strings and basic string manipulation operations.
    • Basic knowledge of classes, data members and member functions (object-oriented programming basics).
    • Use of “const’ as a mechanism for protection of data.
    • Basic operator overloading: overloading with a method (+) and overloading with a global friend (
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • Knowledge, understanding and familiarity with computing languages
    • Knowledge of an object-oriented programming language
    Course Topics
    • Introduction to object-oriented software development (1 class)
    • Introduction to C++ syntax and basic operations (4 classes)
    • Functions: identifier scope and lifetime, parameters (4 classes)
    • Object-oriented design, class libraries and member functions (3 classes)
    • Selection and iteration (4 classes)
    • Containers: vector, list and array (3 classes)
    • Character string classes and operations (2 classes)
    • Programming style, development process, design exercises and special topics (5 classes)
    • Tests, examinations and reviews (4 classes)
    Laboratory Topics
    • Computing environment (1 session)
    • Conditionals (1 session)
    • Loops (1 session)
    • File I/O (1 session)
    • Sorting (1 session)
    • Matrices (2 sessions)
    • Rational Number Class Abstraction (2 sessions)
    Coordinator
    Jeffrey Blessing
  
  • MS 3832 - Adv C++ Programming for Business

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    This course continues looking into computer systems and software by studying one of the popular high-level languages, C++. The course provides in-depth study into the structured concepts of program and algorithm design. Specifically, the inheritance and polymorphism features of the language are covered, with particular focus placed on algorithm development using the Standard Template Library (STL). Lab exercises using Microsoft’s Visual C++ and Unix/Linux K-Develop and Gnu g++ compiler to reinforce the topics presented in the lecture, while demonstrating the multi-platform nature of this widely-adopted systems programming language. (prereq: MS 3812 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • No course learning outcomes appended.
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • No prerequisites by topic appended.
    Course Topics
    • No course topics appended.
    Coordinator
    Jeffrey Blessing
  
  • MS 3991 - Supply Chain Management

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    With the growth of information systems, expansion of international competition and the deregulation of the transportation system, many companies are analyzing and working to optimize their entire supply chain, from raw materials to ultimate customer. This course examines the elements of supply chain, including logistics, inventory and information. Throughout, it emphasizes the need to develop strategies and incentives that optimize the entire supply chain, not just single units of it. (prereq: MS 342 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • Understand the supply chain philosophy
    • Understand logistics elements
    • analyze a supply chain and suggest improvements to the system
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • Understanding of basic concepts in operations management
    Course Topics
    • Supply Chains
    • Lean logistics
    • Strategies for
    • Distribution
    • Procurement and manufacturing
    • Planning and scheduling
    • Forecasting
    • Inventory
    • Transportation
    • Warehousing
    • Materials handling and packaging
    • Networks
    • Design of the system
    • Financial issues
    • Trends
    Coordinator
    Bruce Thompson
  
  • MS 3992 - Operations Management Simulation

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    Simulation is a powerful tool used to better understand the implications of business decisions and improve the quality of those decisions, particularly decisions made under conditions of uncertainty. With the wide use of spreadsheets and of specialized simulation programs and add-ins, simulation is no longer a tool for specialists. This course looks at the use of simulation, using several approaches, in a number of business areas, including operations and production management, financial modeling, forecasting of demand and waiting lines. (prereq: MS 340 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • None
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • None
    Course Topics
    • None
    Coordinator
    Bruce Thompson
  
  • MS 4000H - Corporate Leadership Seminar

    1 lecture hours 0 lab hours 1 credits
    Course Description
    This course is offered as part of the University Scholars’ Program. Through assigned readings, interactive lectures with visiting executives, and small group discussions, students will learn how practicing leaders implement their principles, while reflecting the realities of different cultural expectations and meeting business demands. The course will provide a forum for students to learn directly from practicing leaders and to think introspectively about their own personal values, leadership styles, and long-term aspirations. Enrollment is limited to students participating in the University Scholars’ Program (prereq: Senior standing)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • No course learning outcomes appended.
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • No prerequisites by topic appended.
    Course Topics
    • No course topics appended.
    Coordinator
    Steven Bialek
  
  • MS 4030 - Legal Aspects of Health Care Management

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    This course will provide students with the skills necessary to mitigate liability through risk management principles, develop relationship management skills, apply an ethical decision-making framework, incorporate business law procedures, and manage communication. (prereq: MS 331 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • No course learning outcomes appended.
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • No prerequisites by topic appended.
    Course Topics
    • No course topics appended.
    Coordinator
    Steven Bialek
  
  • MS 4040 - Health Care Quality Systems and Improvement

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    Students apply contemporary management methodologies in health care environments to address issues of quality and patient safety. The methodologies incorporate the organizational change management required to achieve successful outcomes, improved quality and reduced errors. Students in this course will learn to use and apply the Lean and Six Sigma tools to define, measure, analyze, improve and control the complex processes of health care delivery. These same tools can also be applied to create quality processes related to the development and implementation of management solutions. (prereq: MS 3030 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • No course learning outcomes appended.
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • No prerequisites by topic appended.
    Course Topics
    • No course topics appended.
    Coordinator
    Steven Bialek
  
  • MS 4060 - Marketing and Public Relations in Health Care

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    This course details the creation, design, and production of publicity and marketing for health-related organizations. Topics include strategies of effective public relations lobbying, fund-raising, news management, market and audience research, needs assessment, role of stakeholders, and connecting to the community. Students will focus on specific strategies health care managers can use to advance a health care organization. (prereq: MS 280 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • No course learning outcomes appended.
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • No prerequisites by topic appended.
    Course Topics
    • No course topics appended.
    Coordinator
    Kristin Shebesta
  
  • MS 4080 - Information Technology Systems in Health Care

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    This course is an in-depth and comprehensive introduction to concepts and applications of health information management in health care. Students explore the latest legislation affecting health data as well as the use of data warehousing, web technologies and database management systems in health information practice. It includes discussions of electronic medical records, health care settings, patient records, registers, legal aspects, coding, and reimbursement.
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • No course learning outcomes appended.
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • No prerequisites by topic appended.
    Course Topics
    • No course topics appended.
    Coordinator
    Kathy Faggiani
  
  • MS 4202 - MS Windows Vista Configuration

    2 lecture hours 2 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    This course provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to install and configure Microsoft Windows Vista. MS-4202 is a hands-on lab-based course designed to provide students with the opportunity to gain experience in the Windows Vista environment. Topics include planning, installing, and configuring, and supporting Windows Vista, managing users and groups, configuring network connectivity and protocols, mobile computing, security, performance, and troubleshooting. The course covers material in Microsoft’s official curriculum courses #5115 (Installing and Configuring the Windows Vista Operating System) and #5116 (configuring Windows Vista Mobile Computing and Applications), and the associated certification exam #70-620 required for the Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) certification. (prereq: MS 419 , MS 479 , MS-4201, or networking experience equivalent, consent of instructor or program director)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • Identify hardware requirements and install Windows Vista
    • Configure and manage migration to Windows Vista
    • Configure system settings including Windows Aero
    • Manage disks
    • Configure and manage file systems
    • Manage permissions and resource sharing.
    • Manage users and groups including User Account Control.
    • Manage drivers and printers in Windows Vista.
    • Configure and support network connection and protocols, including the Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP)
    • Configure Windows Vista security
    • Configure Windows Vista Applications
    • Manage mobile computing using Windows Vista
    • Monitor and troubleshoot resources and performance
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • No prerequisites by topic appended.
    Course Topics
    • Introduction, installation, and deployment of Windows Vista (2 classes)
    • Configuring system settings (1 class)
    • Managing Disks (2 classes)
    • Installing and configuring network components and services (1 class)
    • Planning, setting up and managing user and group accounts (1 class)
    • Configuring printing in Windows Vista (1 class)
    • Configuring security in Windows Vista (1 class)
    • Configuring Windows Vista applications (1 class)
    • Securing resources using NTFS and shared folder permissions (2 classes)
    • Configuring data protection and backups (1 class)
    • Configuring User Account Control (1 class)
    • Configuring Remote access technologies (1 class)
    • Implementing, managing, troubleshooting hardware devices and drivers (1 class)
    • Optimizing Windows Vista performance (1 class)
    • Troubleshooting Windows Vista (2 classes)
    • Working with mobile computing (1 class)
    Laboratory Topics
    • See Course Topics
    Coordinator
    Mary Jo Suminski
  
  • MS 4203 - Microsoft Windows 7 Configuration

    2 lecture hours 2 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    This course provides students students with the knowledge and skills necessary to install, deploy, and configure Microsoft Windows 7. Topics include installing Microsoft Windows 7, configuring applications, network connectivity, access to resources, mobile computing, monitoring performance, and troubleshooting. The course includes face-to-face class sessions, in-class and virtual labs. The course covers material in Microsoft’s official curriculum course #6292A (Installing and Configuring Windows 7 Client), and the associated certification exam #70-680 required for the Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist (MCTS) certification. (prereq: One course in computer programming or computer networking; or equivalent professional experience)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • Identify hardware requirements and install Windows 7
    • Configure shared resources and file/folder access
    • Manage disks
    • Configure devices and applications
    • configure shared resources and file/folder access
    • Manage permissions and resource sharing
    • Manage users and groups including User Account Control
    • Manage drivers and printers in Windows 7
    • Configure and support network connectivity
    • Configure Windows 7 security
    • Manage mobile computing using Windows 7
    • Monitor and troubleshoot resources and performance
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • No prerequisites by topic appended.
    Course Topics
    • Introduction, installation, and deployment of Windows 7 (2 classes)
    • Configuring system settings (1 class)
    • Managing Disks (2 classes)
    • Installing and configuring network components and services (1 class)
    • Planning, setting up, and managing user and group accounts (1 class)
    • Configuring printing in Windows 7 (1 class)
    • Configuring security in Windows 7 (1 class)
    • Configuring Windows 7 applications (1 class)
    • Securing resources using NTFS and shared folder permissions (2 classes)
    • Configuring data protection and backups (1 class)
    • Configuring User Account Control (1 class)
    • Configuring Remote access technologies (1 class)
    • Implementing, managing, troubleshooting hardware devices and drivers (1 class)
    • Optimizing Windows 7 performance (1 class)
    • Troubleshooting Windows 7 (2 classes)
    • Working with mobile computing (1 class)
    Laboratory Topics
    None appended
    Coordinator
    Mary Jo Suminski
  
  • MS 4211 - Windows Server 2003

    3 lecture hours 2 lab hours 4 credits
    Course Description
    This is a lab-based course that provides students with the knowledge and skills to install, configure and customize Windows Server 2003. Topics covered include installation and configuration of Windows Server 2003, managing user, computer, and group accounts; managing access to network resources; managing printers, managing an organizational unit in a network based on Active Directory directory service; and implementing Group Policy to manage users and computers. MS-4211 is a Microsoft official academic course “”Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment”” and covers material in Microsoft’s official curriculum courses (MOC) #2274 - Managing a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment and #22745 - Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Environment, and the associated certification exam #70-290. (prereq: One of the following: MS 479 , MS-420, MS-4201, or networking experience equivalent)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • Create and populate organizational units with user and computer accounts
    • Manage user and computer accounts
    • Create and manage groups
    • Manage access to resources
    • Implement and manage printing
    • Manage access to objects in using organizational units
    • Implement and manage Group Policy
    • Audit accounts and resources
    • Prepare to administer server resources
    • Configure a server to monitor system performance
    • Monitor system performance
    • Manage device drivers by configuring device drive signing and restoring a device driver
    • Manage hard disks and data storage
    • Manage disaster recovery
    • Maintain software by using Microsoft Software Update Services
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • None
    Course Topics
    • Overview, introduction, and installation of Windows Server 2003 (2 classes)
    • Administering, monitoring, and maintaining Windows Server 2003 (2 classes)
    • Managing and maintaining Users, Groups, and Computers (3 classes)
    • Active Directory Services (1 class)
    • Managing and maintaining shared resources (1 class)
    • Administering Print Services (1 class)
    • Remote Desktop Administration (1 class)
    • Monitoring and Optimization (9 classes)
    • Managing and maintaining hardware (1 class)
    Laboratory Topics
    None appended
    Coordinator
    Mary Suminski
  
  • MS 4212 - Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Admin

    2 lecture hours 2 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    This course provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to handle the day-to-day management of the Windows Server 2008 operating system. Topics covered include server administrator responsibilities such as the operations of an infrastructure of servers, managing the infrastructure, Web and IT application servers of the enterprise organization, remote server management tasks using Terminal Server or administration tools installed on their local workstation, managing the server operating system, file and directory services, software distribution and updates, monitoring and troubleshooting assigned servers, supporting engineering projects, server builds and configuration, administrator operations, engineering and support tasks. The course includes face-to-face class sessions, in-class and virtual labs. MS-4212 maps to the Microsoft certification exam #70-646 and the Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP): Server Administrator certification. (prereq: MS 479  or networking experience equivalent)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • Plan server installations and upgrades
    • Plan for automated server deployment
    • Plan infrastructure services server roles
    • Plan application servers and services
    • Plan file and print server roles
    • Plan server management strategies
    • Plan for delegated administration
    • Plan and implement group policy strategy
    • Implement patch management strategy
    • Monitor servers for performance evaluation and optimization
    • Monitor and maintain security and policies
    • Plan for backup and recovery
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • No prerequisites by topic appended.
    Course Topics
    • Overview, introduction, and planning Windows Server 2008 deployment
    • Planning infrastructure services
    • Planning an Active Directory deployment
    • Planning Application Services
    • Planning File and Print Services
    • Planning storage solutions and disk management
    • Planning for high availability
    • Planning server and network security
    • Managing remote administration
    • Monitoring servers using Event Viewer and the Reliability and Performance Console
    • Planning a server backup strategy
    Laboratory Topics
    None appended
    Coordinator
    Mary Jo Suminski
  
  • MS 4221 - Windows 2003 Active Directory

    3 lecture hours 2 lab hours 4 credits
    Course Description
    This is a lab-based course that provides students with the knowledge and skills to successfully plan, implement, and troubleshoot a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Active Directory service infrastructure. The course focuses on a Windows Server 2003 directory service environment, including forest and domain structure, Domain Name Systems (DNS), site topology and replication, organizational unit structure and delegation of administration, Group Policy, and user, group, and computer account strategies. MS-4221 is the Microsoft official academic course “”Planning Implementing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Active Directory Infrastructure”” and covers material in Microsoft’s official curriculum courses (MOC) #2279 - Planning, Implementing, and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Active Directory Infrastructure, and the associated certification exam #70-294. (prereq: One of the following: MS 479 , MS-421, MS 4211 , or networking experience equivalent.)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • Describe the logical and physical components of Active Directory
    • Create and configure a forest and domain structure by using an Active Directory infrastructure design
    • Plan and implement an organizational unit structure
    • Plan and implement Active Directory user, group, and computer accounts
    • Plan and implement a Group Policy strategy to centrally manage users and computers in an enterprise
    • Deploy, manage, and troubleshoot software that is deployed using Group Policy
    • Implement sites to manage and monitor Active Directory replication
    • Plan and implement the placement of domain controllers, global catalog servers, and DNS servers that are integrated with Active Directory
    • Plan and manage operations masters
    • Back up, restore, and maintain Active Directory
    • Plan and implement an Active Directory infrastructure that is based on a directory service design that an enterprise architect provides
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • None
    Course Topics
    • Introduction and overview of Windows Server 2003 Active Directory Services (1 class)
    • Upgrading and migrating to Windows Server 2003 (1 class)
    • Implementing and administering Active Directory (2 classes)
    • Working with Active Directory Sites (1 class)
    • Global Catalog and Flexible Single Master Operations (1 class)
    • Security Planning and Administrative Delegation (1 class)
    • Group Policy implementation and management (3 classes)
    • Managing software (1 class)
    • Active Directory maintenance, troubleshooting, and disaster recovery (1 class)
    Laboratory Topics
    None appended
    Coordinator
    Mary Suminski
  
  • MS 4222 - MS Windows Serv 08 Actv Dir Config

    2 lecture hours 2 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    This course provides students with the knowledge and skills to successfully plan, implement, and troubleshoot a Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Active Directory service infrastructure. The course focuses on a Windows Server 2008 directory service environment, including forest and domain structure, Domain Name Systems (DNS), site topology and replication, organizational unit structure and delegation of administration, Group Policy, and user, group, and computer account strategies. The course includes face-to-face class sessions, in-class and virtual labs. MS-4222 maps to Microsoft’s official curriculum course (MOC) #6425B - Configuring and Troubleshooting Windows Server 2008 Active Directory Domain Services, and the associated certification exam #70-640. (prereq: One of the following: MS 4211 , MS 4212 , or MS 479  networking experience equivalent)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • Describe the logical and physical components of Active Directory
    • Create and configure a forest and domain structure by using an Active Directory infrastructure design
    • Plan and implement an organizational unit structure
    • Plan and implement Active Directory user, group, and computer accounts
    • Plan and implement a Group Policy strategy to centrally manage users and computers in an enterprise
    • Deploy, manage, and troubleshoot software that is deployed using Group Policy
    • Implement sites to manage and monitor Active Directory replication
    • Plan and implement the placement of domain controllers, global catalog servers, and DNS servers that are integrated with Active Directory
    • Plan and manage operations masters
    • Back up, restore, and maintain Active Directory
    • Plan and implement an Active Directory infrastructure that is based on a directory service design that an enterprise architect provides
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • No prerequisites by topic appended.
    Course Topics
    • Introduction and overview of Windows Server 2008 Active Directory Services (1 class)
    • Active Directory Administration (1 class)
    • Implementing and administering Active Directory (2 classes)
    • Working with Active Directory Sites (1 class)
    • Global Catalog and Flexible Single Master Operations (1 class)
    • Security Planning and Administrative Delegation (1 class)
    • Group Policy implementation and management (3 classes)
    • Managing software (1 class)
    • Active Directory maintenance, troubleshooting, and disaster recovery (1 class)
    Laboratory Topics
    None appended
    Coordinator
    Mary Jo Suminski
  
  • MS 4231 - Server 2003 Network Infrastructure

    3 lecture hours 2 lab hours 4 credits
    Course Description
    This is a lab-based course that provides students with the knowledge and skills to implement, manage, and maintain a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 network infrastructure. Topics covered include implementing routing; implementing, managing, and maintaining Dynamic Host configuration Protocol (DHCP), Domain Name Systems (DNS), and Windows Internet Name Service (WINS); securing Internet Protocol (IP) traffic with Internet Protocol security (IPSec) and certificates; implementing a network access infrastructure by configuring the connections for remote access clients; and managing and monitoring network access. MS-4231 is the Microsoft official academic course “”Implementing, Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure”” and covers material in Microsoft’s official curriculum courses (MOC) #2277 - Implementing, Managing and Maintaining a Microsoft Windows Server 2003 Network Infrastructure: Network Services, and the associated certification exam #70-291. (prereq: One of the following: MS 479 , MS 4211  , MS-421, or networking experience equivalent)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • Configure routing by using the Routing and Remote Access service
    • Allocate IP addressing by using DHCP
    • Manage and monitor DHCP
    • Resolve names
    • Resolve host names by using DNS
    • Resolve network basic input/output system (NetBIOS) names by using WINS
    • Secure network traffic by using IPSec and certificates
    • Configure network access
    • Manage and monitor network access
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • None
    Course Topics
    • Overview and introduction to Windows Server 2003 network infrastructure (1 class)
    • Implementing, managing and monitoring DHCP (2 classes)
    • Implementing, managing and monitoring DNS (3 classes)
    • Network Security (2 classes)
    • Implementing and managing Software Update Services (SUS) (1 class)
    • Configuring Routing and Remote Access Services (1 class)
    • Maintaining a network Infrastructure (1 class)
    Laboratory Topics
    None appended
    Coordinator
    Mary Suminski
  
  • MS 4232 - MSWindows Serv08 Ntwrk Infra Config

    2 lecture hours 2 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    This course provides students with the knowledge and skills to implement, manage, and maintain a Microsoft Windows Server 2008 network infrastructure. Topics covered include implementing, managing, and maintaining Dynamic Host configuration Protocol (DHCP), Domain Name Systems (DNS), and Windows Server Update Services (WSUS); securing Internet Protocol (IP) traffic with Internet Protocol security (IPSec) and certificates; implementing a network access infrastructure by configuring the connections for remote access clients; and managing and monitoring network access. The course includes face-to-face class sessions, in-class and virtual labs. MS-4232 maps to the Microsoft’s Official Curriculum course (MOC) #6421A - Configuring and Troubleshooting a Microsoft Windows Server 2008 Network Infrastructure, and the associated certification exam #70-642. (prereq: One of the following: MS 4212 , MS 4231  or MS 479  or networking experience equivalent)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • Configure routing by using the Routing and Remote Access service
    • Allocate IP addressing by using DHCP
    • Manage and monitor DHCP
    • Resolve names
    • Resolve host names by using DNS
    • Maintaining/updating Windows Server 2008 using Windows Software Update Services (WSUS)
    • Secure network traffic by using IPSec and certificates
    • Configure network access
    • Manage and monitor network access
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • No prerequisites by topic appended.
    Course Topics
    • Overview and introduction to Windows Server 2008 network infrastructure (1 class)
    • Implementing, managing, and monitoring DHCP (2 classes)
    • Implementing, managing, and monitoring DNS (3 classes)
    • Network Security (1 class)
    • Implementing and managing Windows Software Update Services (WSUS) (1 class)
    • Configuring Routing and Remote Access Services (RRAS) and Wireless Networking (2 classes)
    • Maintaining a network infrastructure (1 class)
    Laboratory Topics
    None appended
    Coordinator
    Mary Jo Suminski
  
  • MS 4233 - MS Server 08 Directory, Network Adm

    3 lecture hours 2 lab hours 4 credits
    Course Description
    This comprehensive course provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to handle the day-to-day management of the Windows Server 2008 operating system, including Active Directory and Network Infrastructure administration. Topics covered include server administrator responsibilities such as Server 2008 installation, configuration of the DHCP, DNS, and RRAS roles, managing the network infrastructure, remote server management, file and print services, Active Directory Services configuration and management, security and backup. The course includes face-to-face class sessions as well as in-class and virtual labs. MS-4233 maps to the Microsoft certification exams #70-640, #70-642, #70-646 and the Microsoft Certified IT Professional (MCITP): Server Administrator certification. This course replaces MS-4212, MS-4222 and MS-4232. (prereq: MS 479  or networking experience equivalent)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • Plan server installations and upgrades
    • Plan server deployment
    • Plan Active Directory deployment
    • Plan infrastructure services server roles
    • Plan application servers and services
    • Plan file and print server roles
    • Plan server management strategies
    • Plan for delegated administration
    • Plan and implement group policy strategy
    • Implement patch management strategy
    • Monitor servers for performance evaluation and optimization
    • Monitor and maintain security and policies
    • Plan for backup and recovery
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • No prerequisites by topic appended.
    Course Topics
    • Overview, introduction, and planning Windows Server 2008 deployment
    • Maintaining and updating Windows Server 2008
    • Configuring and managing the DHCP, DNS, RRAS and wireless networking services
    • Planning infrastructure services
    • Planning an active directory deployment
    • Planning application services
    • Configuring file and print services
    • Planning server and network security
    • Managing remote administration
    • Planning a server backup strategy
    Laboratory Topics
    None appended
    Coordinator
    Mary Jo Suminski
  
  • MS 4401 - Lean Lead Certification

    6 lecture hours 0 lab hours 6 credits
    Course Description
    This 15-day certificate program offered by MSOE’s Business Excellence Consortium is designed to introduce tools and concepts of Lean Manufacturing/Operations. It prepares individuals to facilitate work team events and expects that participants apply the tools when possible in their work settings. Upon completion, participants will be able to define Lean, describe the principles of Lean identify and apply Lean tools, determine where and when Lean tools most effective, implement Lean in their organization.
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • No course learning outcomes appended.
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • No prerequisites by topic appended.
    Course Topics
    • No course topics appended.
    Coordinator
    0
  
  • MS 4406 - Six Sigma Advanced

    6 lecture hours 0 lab hours 6 credits
    Course Description
    This certificate program offered by MSOE’s Business Excellence Consortium includes six, day-long sessions on the Six Sigma Methodology and tools and how to apply them in operations. This program provides students with working knowledge of how to continuously make 10X improvements in productivity through the use of Six Sigma and Design for Six Sigma (DFSS). Upon completion, students will know how to use and apply the methodology and tools to quickly impact business results.
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • No course learning outcomes appended.
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • No prerequisites by topic appended.
    Course Topics
    • No course topics appended.
    Coordinator
    0
  
  • MS 4411 - Compensation System Design

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    This course examines various aspects of compensation involving the design and evaluation of jobs; the measurement and recognition of individual and/or group performance; designs to attract, maintain and motivate good people; as well as to protect, reward, and enhance work life and organizational results. (prereq: Junior standing)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • Describe the major components of total returns for work, and describe the four strategic policies in the pay model used by contemporary organizations
    • Develop an understanding of the leading edge compensation and benefits practices
    • Illustrate how good compensation policies and practices add value to an organization
    • Be aware of the compensation challenges posed by global operations
    • Present a formal oral and written report of their design of a comprehensive compensation system
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • No prerequisites by topic appended.
    Course Topics
    • The Pay Model (2 classes)
    • Strategic perspectives and the total rewards philosophy (2 classes)
    • Job analysis and evaluation (6 classes)
    • Person-based pay structures
    • External competitiveness and designing pay structures (6 classes)
    • Pay for performance and appraisal systems (6 classes)
    • Employee benefits
    • Process equity (5 classes)
    • Exams (3 classes)
    Coordinator
    Larry Schmedeman
  
  • MS 4422 - Applied Operations Management: Six

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    To earn full Black Belt Certification, participants must demonstrate tools/methodology competency through passing an exam and successfully close two Black Belt projects using both the DMAIC and DFSS methodology.
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • No course learning outcomes appended.
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • No prerequisites by topic appended.
    Course Topics
    • No course topics appended.
  
  • MS 4544 - Financial Management Policies

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    This course provides students with a survey of current accounting and financial management trends. Special topics include, but are not limited to, internal control systems, long-range planning, accounting information systems, emerging technologies, internal and external auditing, tax strategy and international finance. This course serves as a capstone for the financial management concentration. (prereq: MS 457 , MS 459 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • Understand internal control systems as part of an Accounting Information System
    • Have basic skills in developing a Computerized Accounting Information System
    • Understand current topics in accounting including revenue recognition, inventory costing, long-term assets, earnings per share, lease accounting, pension accounting, accounting for taxes, foreign currency transactions and foreign currency hedge accounting
    • Understand Financial Reporting Requirements
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • None
    Course Topics
    • Long-Term Asset Accounting Historical Cost Principle Capitalization of Interest Accounting for Intangibles Patents and Copyrights Leasehold improvements Goodwill Research and development
    • Inventory Costs Review of LIFO and FIFO Dollar-Value LIFO Estimating inventory using Gross Profit and Retail Methods LIFO Reserve
    • Revenue Recognition Point-of-Sale When production is complete Percentage of Completion Completed Contract Investment Revenue
    • Reporting Income and EPS Continuing Operations Discontinued Operations Extraordinary Items Change in Accounting Principles Diluted EPS
    • Accounting for Leases Capital Leases-Lessee Capital Leases-Lessor Direct Financing Sales-Type- Lease Capital Leases with Guaranteed Residual Value Capital Leases without Guaranteed Residual Value Leases with Bargain Purchase Option Operating Leases
    • Accounting for Pensions Defined Contribution Plans Defined Benefit Plans Service Cost Interest Cost Return of Plan Assets Amortization of Prior Service Cost Amortization of Unrecognized Gains and Losses Minimum Pension Liability
    • Accounting for Income Taxes Reconciling Net Income with Taxable Income including Permanent and Temporary differences Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities Net operating Loss Carry-back and Carry-Forward
    • Foreign Currency Transactions Foreign Exchange Rate Arrangements Cash Transactions Credit Transactions Forward Contracts Foreign Currency Hedge Accounting
    • Internal Control Systems Control Environment Control Procedures U.S. Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) Internal Auditing General Accounting Control Systems Applications and transaction control Network Controls Flowcharting to access controls Backup controls Disaster Recovery Procedures
    • Computerized Accounting Information Systems Nature and purpose of Systems Systems development and design Electronic Commerce Internet and corporate intranets Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems - integrated enterprise wide data model
    Coordinator
    Carol Mannino
  
  • MS 4545 - Finance and Accounting

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    This course considers the perspective of financial accounting, operation and analysis in business and industry from the standpoint of professionals working at the middle or project level of a corporation. Background is presented in the following: elements of financial mechanics including time value, discounted cash flow and return on investment; financial statements, specifically income statements and balance sheets; financial concepts of depreciation, income taxes and cost of capital; and financial operations, in particular capital budgets. Practical applications also are provided relating to capital investment justification and new product evaluation. Consideration also is given to the specific operating controls used in business and how they relate to the day-to-day activities of the professional in marketing, production and engineering. (prereq: Junior standing)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • None
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • None
    Course Topics
    • None
    Coordinator
    Robert Hankes
  
  • MS 4599 - Managerial Finance

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    This course applies the concepts covered in previous finance and accounting courses. Topics covered include valuation and rates of return, cost of capital, relevant costs in decision making, capital budgeting, adjusting for taxes and risk, make vs. buy vs. lease decisions, segment reporting, internal transfer pricing, external pricing of products and services, and investment banking. Students are required to complete a term project analyzing the desirability of a major capital acquisition under different financing alternatives. (prereq: MS 358 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • Understand the capital investment process including determining cost of capital and selecting the best project using various financial management techniques
    • Use capital investment techniques to make capital investment decisions
    • Understand techniques for evaluating business segments and service departments
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • None
    Course Topics
    • Class Introduction (1 class)
    • Valuation and Rates of Return (1 class)
    • Cost of Capital Cost of Debt Cost of Retained Earnings Cost of New Equity Cost of Preferred Stock (2 classes)
    • The Capital Budgeting Decisions and Examples Relevant Cash flows including Tax IRR vs. NPV vs. Payback Present Value Profile Capital Rationing Risk Management Make vs. Buy Sell or process further Buy vs. lease Discounting operations Equipment replacement Constraint decisions (12 classes)
    • Long-term Debt and Lease Financing (3 classes)
    • Segment Reporting ROI EVA Transfer pricing Performance reports (2 classes)
    • Service Department Costing, An Activity Approach (2 classes)
    • Pricing Products and Services (2 classes)
    • Quizzes and exams (4 classes)
    Coordinator
    Kenneth Mannino
  
  • MS 4601 - International Marketing and Export Management

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    The focus of this course is on the economic, political and cultural differences among nations as they influence marketing. Students will explore global marketing opportunities for organizations, laws and practices; develop abilities to identify and evaluate opportunities abroad; gain skills in gathering information and drawing conclusions; and be expected to develop an export marketing plan. (prereq: MS 327 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • No course learning outcomes appended.
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • No prerequisites by topic appended.
    Course Topics
    • No course topics appended.
    Coordinator
    Steven Bialek
  
  • MS 4650 - Branding and Brand Management

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    This course will provide an overview of branding and brand management with an emphasis on how to foster growth within companies. Specifically, brands will be considered assets that need to be developed and nurtured to fulfill the organization’s financial goals. While the value of brands has been informally acknowledged for many years, brand management frameworks are relatively new. Students will use various frameworks and tools to examine how to assess a brand’s value and how to leverage this value in various brand decisions. (prereq: MS 361  and Junior standing)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • Develop a framework for structuring brand management decisions
    • use different approaches to assessing brand equity
    • Know how to leverage brand assets through extensions, co-branding and other methods, and assess the impact of these actions
    • Understand the concept of brand architecture and be able to explain the conditions under which one type of architecture is more appropriate than another
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • No prerequisites by topic appended.
    Course Topics
    • No course topics appended.
    Coordinator
    Michael Payne
  
  • MS 4781 - Cisco Certified Network Associate

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    This course offers a practical approach to Internet-working principles with an emphasis on Cisco Systems CCNA (Cisco Certified Network Associate) techniques and procedures. Bandwidth expanding devices such a switches and routers are discussed and observed firsthand. Wide area network technologies including T1/T3, Fractional T1, Frame Relay and Dialup are investigated from a performance perspective. Students gain significant hands-on familiarity with Cisco Internet-working devices including bridges, switches and routers. Students gain experience in labs designing and configuring routers and switches to overcome limitations in communication and compatibility. This course is designed for students familiar with networking technologies, multiple protocols and network administration. (prereq: MS 419  or MS 479 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • No course learning outcomes appended.
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • No prerequisites by topic appended.
    Course Topics
    • No course topics appended.
    Coordinator
    Brian Bogan
  
  • MS 4795 - CompTIA Security+

    2 lecture hours 2 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    The CompTIA Security+ vendor-neutral certification exam is the worldwide standard of competency for the foundation-level security practitioner. Companies that have contributed to the development of the Security+ Certification include IBM, Microsoft, Verisign, the FBI and the US Secret Service. This lab-based course covers general security topics such as access control and virus attacks, basics of cryptography, communication security for remote access, email, wireless networks, operational and organizational security, and infrastructure security. (prereq: MS 479 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • Understand general security concepts including access control, authentication methods, social engineering attacks, and malicious code
    • Understand communication security concepts including remote access, email, web, and wireless vulnerabilities
    • Gain an understanding of infrastructure security devices, media, topologies, intrusion detection, and operating system, network, and application hardening
    • Understand the basics of cryptography
    • Understand operational/organizational security concepts including physical security, disaster recovery, business continuity, and risk identification
    • educate end users and document security policies and procedures
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • None
    Course Topics
    • Introduction and identification of security threats
    • Hardening internal systems and services, and internetwork devices and services
    • Securing network communications for network and wireless traffic, client internet access, and remote access channels
    • Managing a Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), and certificates
    • Enforcing organizational security policies and educating end users
    • Monitoring the security infrastructure
    Laboratory Topics
    None appended
    Coordinator
    0
  
  • MS 4797 - Computer and Info Systems Forensics

    2 lecture hours 2 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    The rapid advance of technology and social media has created significant demand for highly educated specialists in the discipline of computer and information systems forensics. The next generation of “digital detectives” will have to possess the knowledge, skills, and experience to conduct complex, data-intensive forensics examinations involving various operating systems, platforms, and file types. This hands-on, lab-based course guides students through conducting a high-tech investigation, from acquiring digital evidence to reporting findings with special emphasis on ethics. Topics covered include how to set up a forensics lab, how to acquire the proper and necessary tools, and how to conduct the investigation and subsequent digital analysis. The lab-based course includes face-to-face class sessions, in-class and virtual labs. MS-4797 maps to and helps prepare for a number of certifications including the International Association of Computer Investigative Specialists (IACIS), Computer|Hacking Forensic Investigator (C|HFI), and the globally recognized CISSP Certified Information Systems Security Professional certifications. (prereq: MS 4795 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • Understand computer investigations
    • Data acquisition
    • Process crime and incident scenes
    • Work with computer forensics tools
    • Work with various operating and file systems
    • Investigate email, cell phones, and mobile devices
    • Report writing and testimony for high-tech investigation
    • Witness ethics
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • Networking, operating system, and computer security experience
    Course Topics
    • The profession of Computer Forensics and Investigation
    • Computer investigations
    • Data acquisition
    • Processing crime and incident scenes
    • Working with Windows and DOS systems
    • Computer forensics tools
    • Computer Forensics analysis and validation
    • Recovering graphic files
    • Virtual machines, network forensics, and live acquisitions
    • E-mail investigations
    • Cell phone and mobile device forensics
    • Report writing and expert testimony in high-tech investigations
    • Ethics for the expert witness
    Laboratory Topics
    None appended
    Coordinator
    Mary Jo Suminski
  
  • MS 4801 - Project Management

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    This course is designed to expose students to the realities of project management through lecture, discussion and participation in a project meeting. It addresses the topics of people in projects, project teams and management styles, as well as the tools used to plan, track and control the outcome such as budgets, Gantt charts, work break down structures, critical path management and project wrap-ups. (prereq: Junior standing)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • Expand vocabulary of project management terminology
    • Be proficient in the following standard project practices/techniques: Scope definition, issues list, risk management, schedule, change/requirements management and status reporting
    • Be proficient in applying computer software to increase efficiencies and effectiveness of project management
    • apply the latest concepts, tools and techniques in managing and executing a successful project
    • Be familiar with project planning, team building, scheduling, resource procurement, resource allocation and project budget management
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • None
    Course Topics
    • No course topics appended.
    Coordinator
    Steven Bialek
  
  • MS 4831 - Advanced Database Management and SQL

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    This course covers topics in the advanced study of database systems, including: transaction management, performance enhancement, distributed databases, security models, the Web as a presentation layer to data, XML as a standard language for data exchange, data warehouses and data mining are explored in this course. The course examines basic Structured Query Language (SQL) concepts, including an overview of Microsoft SQL Server, review of tables, stored procedures, views, and functions, basic/intermediate-level SQL query syntax, and discussion of SQL query performance. Students will develop simple SQL applications that require parameters and utilize variables and temporary tables. (prereq: MS 483 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • None
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • None
    Course Topics
    • None
    Coordinator
    Jeffrey Blessing
  
  • MS 4951 - German Practicum

    9 lecture hours 0 lab hours 9 credits
    Course Description
    This course is required at the end of the formal studies in the exchange program with Fachhochschule Lubeck, Lubeck, Germany. The practicum and its oral defense is the culmination of the degree work, when students must complete an extensive project/internship that entails a mixture of theory and application. The intent is for students to create an interesting and challenging project that can provide high value for an organization, where the outcome is a thesis and implementation of recommendations. Projects are typically at firms with international operations. (coreq: MS 4953  and consent of instructor.)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • Identify the major and minor elements of an applied project created by a business organization
    • Provide a critical analysis of the defined problem based on research and the limitations imposed by the sponsoring organization
    • Make an assessment of possible solutions with appropriate models under the guidance of a faculty advisor and company supervisor
    • Construct a thesis with appropriate documentation of each step in the analysis and justification for selected solution(s)
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • None
    Course Topics
    • Review of thesis writing guidelines
    • Thesis review and revision in consultation with thesis advisor
    Coordinator
    Larry Schmedeman
  
  • MS 4953 - German Colloquium

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    This course is required at the end of the formal studies in the exchange program with Fachhochschule Lubeck, Lubeck, Germany. It is the complement of the German Practicum experience. Students are required to have an oral defense of their thesis, and at the discretion of the review committee, a defense of their academic studies. (coreq: MS-4951)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • Formulate a presentation and defense of the MS-4951 thesis work for the sponsoring organization and the academic review committee from Lübeck University of Applied Sciences and the Rader School of Business.
    • Demonstrate superior knowledge and independent thought in answering questions related to the thesis or any previous studies examined by the academic review committee.
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • None
    Course Topics
    • None
    Coordinator
    Larry Schmedeman
  
  • MS 4970 - Practicum in Entrepreneurship

    0 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    This course provides a structure from which a student engages in an entrepreneurial experience or project. Under the direction of a faculty advisor, the student is expected to develop a business plan and engage in plan execution. The business plan must feature innovation, new/improved product, new/improved service, or new/improved business process. Market viability, economic analysis, and financial impacts are expected to be demonstrated in course deliverables. (prereq: Junior standing, consent of Department Chair)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • No course learning outcomes appended.
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • No prerequisites by topic appended.
    Course Topics
    • No course topics appended.
    Coordinator
    Steven Bialek
  
  • MS 4975 - Business Management Solutions Project

    0 lecture hours 10 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    The project-based course integrates the concepts covered in the BM or IB curricula. In this course, students work under the direction of a faculty advisor to manage a business project, including the design and implementation of an appropriate solution to an identified problem. The project may include a practicum experience. Students are expected to document and present the results of their project experience. (prereq: Junior standing, Consent of Department Chair)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • No course learning outcomes appended.
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • No prerequisites by topic appended.
    Course Topics
    • No course topics appended.
    Laboratory Topics
    None appended
    Coordinator
    Steven Bialek
  
  • MS 4977 - Management Information Systems Project

    0 lecture hours 10 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    The project-based course integrates the concepts covered in the MIS curriculum. In this course, students work under the direction of a faculty advisor to manage an Information Systems project, including the design and implementation of an appropriate solution to an identified problem. The project may include a practicum experience. Students are expected to document and present the results of their project experience. (prereq: Junior standing, Consent of Department Chair)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • No course learning outcomes appended.
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • No prerequisites by topic appended.
    Course Topics
    • No course topics appended.
    Laboratory Topics
    None appended
    Coordinator
    Steven Bialek

Mechanical Technology

  
  • MT 151 - Application of Mechanical Engineering Technology

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    This course is to familiarize the technical communications student with mechanical engineering technology job functions. This is demonstrated by exposing the student to a basic design project as well and through the use of actual assembly and detail drawings that have been used to manufacture a mechanical product.
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • know various job titles and what they mean in the function of a company
    • explain the differences between a mechanical engineer and a mechanical engineering technologist
    • complete a design project applying the basic principles of physics with given formulas with a formal written report
    • read and interpret product assembly and detail drawings so that a product can be manufactured
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • None
    Course Topics
    • No course topics appended.
    Coordinator
    John Pakkala
  
  • MT 200 - Statics

    4 lecture hours 0 lab hours 4 credits
    Course Description
    This course involves the study of force systems acting on bodies in equilibrium. The course includes analysis of forces in trusses, frames, and machine components (2-D and 3-D). Additional topics include friction, location of centroids, and evaluation of area and mass moments of inertia. (prereq: MA 126 , MA 127 , PH 113 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • solve vector equations graphically and analytically
    • draw free body diagrams of bodies subjected to multiple forces and moments
    • solve for the unknown 2-D forces acting on a particle
    • solve for the unknown 2-D forces and moments acting on a rigid body
    • find the internal forces in trusses, frames, and machines
    • solve 2-D equilibrium problems involving friction
    • locate the centroid of an area
    • calculate the area moment of inertia and the polar moment of inertia of an area
    • calculate the mass moment of inertia of simple bodies
    • solve simple 3-D particle and rigid-body equilibrium problems
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • None
    Course Topics
    • Newton’s Laws, unit systems (1 class)
    • Vector addition (3 classes)
    • Free body diagrams (2 classes)
    • 2-D particle equilibrium (3 classes)
    • Moments (2 classes)
    • 2-D rigid-body equilibrium (3 classes)
    • Trusses (3 classes)
    • Frames and machines (4 classes)
    • Friction (3 classes)
    • Centroids (2 classes)
    • Area moments of inertia (2 classes)
    • Mass moment of inertia (2 classes)
    • 3-D particle equilibrium (3 classes)
    • 3-D rigid-body equilibrium (3 classes)
    • Examinations (4 classes)
    Coordinator
    William Farrow
  
  • MT 205 - Strength of Materials

    4 lecture hours 0 lab hours 4 credits
    Course Description
    This subject is concerned with the behavior of materials and structures under load. Topics of study include simple stress and strain; torsion; shear and bending moment; corresponding stresses in beam, beam deflection, combined stresses, Mohr’s Circle; and column theory. (prereq: MT 200 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • determine stresses resulting from axial, bending, torsion, and transverse loading
    • apply Hooke’s Law for materials with linear stress-strain behavior
    • construct shear and bending moment diagrams for statically determinate structures
    • determine the stress state in a member resulting from combinations of loads
    • know how to find principal stresses for a state of plane stress
    • determine beam deflections by superposition method
    • be familiar with the Euler buckling load for columns of various end conditions
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • Statics
    Course Topics
    • Introduction (1 class)
    • Simple stress (3 classes)
    • Simple strain and statically indeterminate structures (4 classes)
    • Torsion (3 classes)
    • Shear and moment diagrams (5 classes)
    • Flexural and transverse shear stresses in beams (6 classes)
    • Deflection by the superposition method (2 classes)
    • Combined stresses (2 classes)
    • Mohr’s Circle (7 classes)
    • Columns (3 classes)
    • Review and tests (5 classes)
    Coordinator
    Lukie Christie
  
  • MT 228 - Machining Processes

    2 lecture hours 2 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    This course deals with the various types of machining operations such as turning, milling, drilling, and reaming. The interpretation of information from engineering drawings into physical parts is also discussed. (prereq: MT 267 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • understand fundamental machining operations
    • understand the interpretation of engineering drawings into physical parts
    • be familiar with drawings produced by a product engineering department
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • Engineering graphics of orthographic and isometric projection
    • Dimensioning techniques
    • How to interpret engineering drawings
    Course Topics
    • Introduction (1 class)
    • Basic machining processes of turning, boring, drilling, milling, sawing, grinding, threading, gear cutting, and machining centers (7 classes)
    • Chip processes and cutting tools (1 class)
    • Non-destructive testing and non-traditional machining (1 class)
    • CNC machining (4 classes)
    Laboratory Topics
    • Machine tool introduction
    • Measurement devices
    • Turning, boring
    • Layout methods
    • Sine bar operation
    • Tool grinding
    Coordinator
    John Pakkala
  
  • MT 267 - Dimensioning and Tolerancing

    2 lecture hours 2 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    This course is an introduction to Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) standards as they apply to engineering drawings. Standard practices used to convey part geometry in particular dimensioning, part layout, material conditions, and tolerances as they pertain to the stack up of parts to include operation, form, runout, profile, and location tolerances. The inspection methods used to check part compliance to geometric dimensioning and tolerances specified will be covered. (prereq: EG 124 , MA 126 , MA 127 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • know the fundamentals of GD&T symbols
    • understand the use of GD&T symbols to convey fit form and function requirements
    • demonstrate understanding on the use of GD&T in engineering drawings
    • understand methods used to check for part compliance to GD&T symbols
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • Algebra
    • Trigonometry
    Course Topics
    • Orientation Tolerances, Perpendicularity, Angularity, Parallelism, Profile, Runout, Maximum material condition principle, Inspection procedures
    • Form Tolerances, Flatness, Straightness, Circularity, Cylindricity
    • Runout Tolerances, Circular runout, Total runout, Methods to check runout tolerances
    • Profile Tolerances, Profile of a line, Profile of a surface, Methods to check profile tolerances
    • Location Tolerances, Position, Concentricity, Symmetry, Maximum material condition, Methods to check location tolerances
    • Datum Reference Frames, Implied Three plane concept, Datums based on feature size, Datum targets
    • Introduction to Functional Gage Design
    • Introduction to the use of an Optical Comparator and Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM)
    Laboratory Topics
    • Introduction to the types and uses of the equipment and instrumentation.
    • Measuring various diameters and lengths of samples using gage block sets, vernier height gages, vernier calipers, dial calipers, English and Metric outside vernier micrometers, depth micrometers.
    • Students measure the straightness, flatness, parallelism, angularity, and perpendicularity of rectangle shapes.
    • Students measure the straightness, circularity, circular and total runout of round shapes.
    • Instructor demonstrates the operation of a optical comparator and a coordinate measuring machine.
    Coordinator
    Jeffrey Bitant
  
  • MT 303 - Dynamics

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    This subject deals with the motions of particles and rigid bodies and the forces causing them. Topics include rectilinear and curvilinear motion, rotation and plane motion. Principles include Newton’s Laws, work and energy, conservation of energy, and impulse and momentum. (prereq: MA 225 , MT 200 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • determine position, velocity, and acceleration of particles subjected to rectilinear and curvilinear motions
    • determine rotation and general plane motions of inplane and constrained bodies
    • determine trajectory of projectiles given initial conditions
    • determine the force causing acceleration using Newton’s Second Law of Motion
    • determine the motion of kinetic systems using the principle of work and energy
    • determine the motion of particles using the principle of impulse and momentum
    • determine forces acting upon rigid bodies in motion
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • Physics of Mechanics
    • Trigonometry
    • Advanced Algebra
    • Differential Calculus
    • Definite Integral Calculus
    • Statics
    Course Topics
    • Rectilinear motion of particles. (6 classes)
    • Relative and dependent motion of particles. (2 classes)
    • Curvilinear motion of particles. (2 classes)
    • Plane kinematics of rigid bodies velocities. (5 classes)
    • Plane kinematics of rigid bodies acceleration. (3 classes)
    • Kinetics of particles - Newton’s Second Law. (2 classes)
    • Kinetics of particles - work and energy. (2 classes)
    • Kinetics of particles - observation of energy. (1 class)
    • Kinetics of particles - impulse and momentum. (1 class)
    • Review and exams. (6 classes)
    Coordinator
    Mohammad Mahinfalah
  
  • MT 466 - Tool Design

    2 lecture hours 2 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    In this course students examine the design, construction, and performance characteristics of industrial manufacturing tooling. Design strategies based on work piece function, quality assurance measures, production capabilities, and human factors are explored. Students are required to produce all documentation necessary for the complete fabrication of a tool of their own design. (prereq: IE 423 , MT 1201 , MT 228 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • describe the basic elements of jigs and fixtures
    • develop strategies for the design and implementation of work holding devices
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • None
    Course Topics
    • Tool design and construction methods (2 classes)
    • Locating and clamping methods (2 classes)
    • Design of jigs and fixtures (4 classes)
    • Inspection gages (2 classes)
    • Ergonomics (1 class)
    • Computer aided design and machining (2 classes)
    • Plant tour (2 classes)
    • Engineering cost estimation (1 class)
    • Materials and heat treatment (1 class)
    • Stamping tooling introduction (2 classes)
    • Tooling drawings vs. product drawings (1 class)
    Laboratory Topics
    • Solid modeling with CAD and downloaded standard part files
    • Jig/fixture design project
    Coordinator
    John Pakkala
  
  • MT 498 - Topics in Technology

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    This course allows students to obtain knowledge in emerging technologies. Subjects that can be studied are those that are not included in normal course work in either the mechanical or manufacturing engineering technology programs. The purpose is to promote the exploration of new and developing fields. (prereq: senior standing, consent of program director, consent of instructor)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • have knowledge and understanding in areas which are not part of the current technology curricula
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • Depends upon the subject content as specified by the course instructor
    Course Topics
    • Depends upon the subject content as specified by the course instructor
    Coordinator
    John Pakkala
  
  • MT 499 - Independent Study

    1 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    This course allows the student, with faculty guidance, to concentrate on an approved subject of special interest not covered in regularly scheduled courses. This may take the form of individual or small group supervised study, literature study, analysis, design or laboratory study. (prereq: senior standing, approval of instructor, approval of program director)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • have a greater knowledge in a specified area and a demonstrated ability to work under minimum supervision
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • Depends upon the subject content as specified by the course instructor
    Course Topics
    • Depends upon the subject content as specified by the course instructor
    Coordinator
    John Pakkala
  
  • MT 1201 - Basic Materials and Processes

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    This course is an introduction to a variety of industrially important materials and processing methods. This includes basic mechanical properties for metals, plastics and ceramics, and select examples of specific steels, aluminums and plastics. The basics of casting, forging, extrusion, sheet metal forming, powder metallurgy, plastic processes, injection molding and welding are covered.
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • list and determine basic mechanical properties obtained from the Tensile Test
    • list the relative mechanical properties of commonly used engineering materials
    • identify the features, advantages and limitations of basic material processes
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • Basic Algebra (High School Level)
    • Basic Chemistry (High School Level)
    Course Topics
    • Introduction (1 class)
    • Classification of materials (1 class)
    • Basic structure of materials (1 class)
    • Basic material properties (2 classes)
    • Metals (2 classes)
    • Plastics (2 classes)
    • Casting fundamentals (2 classes)
    • Casting processes (2 classes)
    • Metal deformation fundamentals (1 class)
    • Bulk deformation processes (2 classes)
    • Sheet metal processes (2 classes)
    • Welding fundamentals (1 class)
    • Welding processes (2 classes)
    • Brazing (1 class)
    • Powder metallurgy (2 classes)
    • Plastic processes (2 classes)
    • Exams and review (2 classes)
    Coordinator
    Cynthia Barnicki
  
  • MT 2601 - Mechanical Components

    4 lecture hours 0 lab hours 4 credits
    Course Description
    This course introduces the design process. Fundamentals of gears, shafts, bearings, belts and chains, and miscellaneous other hardware are studied. Selection of components from catalogs and handbooks is emphasized. (prereq: MT 205 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • apply concepts from mechanics of materials to analyze structural components under static loads
    • apply fatigue analysis to power transmission shafting under alternating loads
    • analyze and select mechanical components, including gears, rolling-element bearings, springs, threaded fasteners, belt drives, chain drives, and clutches
    • be introduced to finding relevant engineering information on components
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • Mechanics of materials
    Course Topics
    • Engineering materials (2 classes)
    • Review of mechanics of materials (2 classes)
    • Combined stress and Mohr’s circle (2 classes)
    • Static failure theories (2 classes)
    • Shaft design - applied fatigue analysis (4 classes)
    • Power transmission shaft accessories - keys, keyways, and flywheels (2 classes)
    • Gears (4 classes)
    • Rolling element bearings (4 classes)
    • Helical springs (2 classes)
    • Threaded fasteners (2 classes)
    • Belt/chain drives (2 classes)
    • Bolted connections and welded joints (2 classes)
    • Clutches/brakes (2 classes)
    • Additional component presentations (2 classes)
    • Testing and in-class problem solving (6 classes)
    Coordinator
    Joseph Musto
  
  • MT 2611 - Mechanisms

    4 lecture hours 0 lab hours 4 credits
    Course Description
    This class presents the fundamentals of position, velocity and acceleration analysis of mechanisms. Graphical methods are emphasized, and computer analysis is introduced. Other topics include mechanism synthesis and cam design. (prereq: MA 126 , EG 125 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • draw kinematic diagrams of mechanisms and calculate the number of degrees of freedom in a mechanism
    • solve vector equations graphically and with trigonometry
    • perform position, velocity, and acceleration analysis for mechanisms by graphical and analytical methods
    • locate the instant centers of a mechanism, and use the instant center method in velocity analysis
    • design simple mechanisms
    • be familiar with the relationship between accelerations and forces in a mechanism
    • design simple cam profiles
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • None
    Course Topics
    • Kinematic diagrams, degrees of freedom, mobility equation (2 classes)
    • 4-Bar and slider-crank mechanisms (1 class)
    • Vector equations (2 classes)
    • Position analysis (4 classes)
    • Mechanism synthesis (2 classes)
    • Velocity analysis (6 classes)
    • Instant centers (3 classes)
    • Mechanism analysis with CAD software (3 classes)
    • Acceleration analysis (6 classes)
    • Introduction to force analysis (3 classes)
    • Cams (4 classes)
    • Examinations (4 classes)
    Coordinator
    Joseph Musto
  
  • MT 3101 - Fluid Mechanics

    2 lecture hours 2 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    This is a course that examines the basic characteristics of fluids. Fundamental fluid properties (density, viscosity) are examined. Fluid statics focuses on the concept of fluid pressure and its variation. Fluid dynamics establishes the fluid flow energy equation, and examines the concept of losses. Applications to turbomachinery are presented. Laboratory experiments support the concepts introduced in the lecture. (prereq: MA 128 , PH 113 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • apply the fluid-static equation to determine pressure at a point
    • apply the steady-flow forms of the mass and energy balances to a variety of fluid flow problems
    • determine pipe friction and minor losses, and include these in the energy analysis
    • evaluate the performance of pumps and fans, using pump-fan curves and flow analysis
    • utilize instrumentation for measurement of fluid and flow properties, with an understanding of the accuracy and precision of the measuring systems
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • Newton’s Second Law
    • Trigonometric relations
    Course Topics
    • Definitions and properties (2 classes)
    • Statics and pressure gauges (4 classes)
    • Fluid flow: mass and energy balances (3 classes)
    • Bernoulli energy, losses, shaft work (5 classes)
    • Turbomachinery (4 classes)
    • Exams (2 classes)
    Laboratory Topics
    • Pressure gauge calibration
    • Measurement of viscosity
    • Measure of air flow in a duct
    • Obstruction flow meter calibration
    • Determination of friction factor and minor losses
    • Analysis of a pump system/analysis of a fan system
    • Reynolds’ experiment
    Coordinator
    Matthew Anderson
  
  • MT 3111 - Thermodynamics

    4 lecture hours 0 lab hours 4 credits
    Course Description
    This is an introduction to the fundamentals of thermodynamics for the student in mechanical engineering technology. The fundamentals of the first law, the second law and property relations for the pure substance with phase change and ideal gases are covered. (prereq: MA 128 , PH 113 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • apply the first law of thermodynamics to closed systems
    • able to apply the first law of thermodynamics to open systems
    • apply entropy relations to various processes (pure substance with phase change and ideal gases)
    • distinguish between isentropic and real processes for various engineering systems (turbines, compressors, etc.)
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • Differential and integral calculus
    • Basic physics
    Course Topics
    • Introduction, basic concepts: system, properties, process
    • Properties of a pure substance
    • First Law for closed systems
    • First Law for control volume, turbines compressors, etc.
    • Second Law of thermodynamics
    • Entropy and entropy relations
    • Isentropic processes for pure substance
    Coordinator
    Christopher Damm
  
  • MT 3121 - Heat Transfer

    3 lecture hours 2 lab hours 4 credits
    Course Description
    The course begins with the thermodynamic principles of power and refrigeration cycles. The course is also an introduction to heat transfer. The laboratory component of the course provides hands-on exposure to various thermal-fluid engineering systems. (prereq: MT 3101 , MT 3111 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • apply thermodynamic principles to the study of refrigeration and internal combustion cycles. Be able to evaluate the performance of both cycles
    • establish a base understanding of heat transfer principles. Be able to estimate heat gain/loss through materials. Be able to estimate convection heat transfer coefficients for various flow conditions
    • investigate the performance of selected engineering systems
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • The First Law of Thermodynamics as applied to both closed and open systems. Knowledge of property relations (example, ideal gas law), and ability to use property tables
    • Knowledge of the 2nd Law of Thermodynamics
    • A fundamental knowledge of fluid mechanics principles
    Course Topics
    • Internal combustion cycles
    • Refrigeration cycles
    • Introduction to heat transfer principles
    • Conduction
    • Convection
    • Radiation
    Laboratory Topics
    • Varies
    Coordinator
    Christopher Damm
  
  • MT 3301 - Electromechanical Instrumentation

    2 lecture hours 2 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    Measurement and control devices and their properties are examined. Electrical, mechanical, thermal, fluid flow and other measurement elements are described and tested. Static, dynamic and frequency response performance measures are applied to device operating characteristics. Analog signal conditioning methods are used. (prereq: ET 2550 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • describe the properties and operating principles of measurement and control devices
    • apply static, dynamic and frequency response performance measures to the operating characteristics of sensors
    • analog signal conditioning and methods are used
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • None
    Course Topics
    • Basic concepts, static and dynamic characteristics of signals (2 classes)
    • Probability, statistics and uncertainty summary (2 classes)
    • Measurement system behavior (4 classes)
    • Analog electrical devices and measurements (1 class)
    • Temperature, pressure and velocity measurements (2 classes)
    • Flow measurements (2 classes)
    • Strain measurement (2 classes)
    • Mechatronics: sensors, actuators, and controls (2 classes)
    • Sampling, digital devices, and data acquisition (2 classes)
    • Review and testing + comprehensive final exam (3 classes)
    Laboratory Topics
    • Pressure Transmitter Calibration Curve and Static Performance
    • First order dynamic response
    • Second order dynamic response
    • Second order frequency response
    • Speed measurement
    • Flow measurement
    • Acceleration measurement
    • DC motor performance measurement
    • Aliasing
    Coordinator
    John Pakkala
  
  • MT 3401 - Quality in Manufacturing

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    This course covers fundamental concepts in statistical process control, quality assurance, and design of experiments. It provides a brief overview of each of these topics and offers real-life examples designed to illustrate the appropriate use of each technique. (prereq: MA 262 , MT 1201 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • develop an understanding of the applications of statistics to manufacturing problems
    • apply statistical concepts to control processes
    • measure, track and improve quality
    • conduct basic experiments according to DoE principles
    • use computer applications in the solutions of engineering problems
    • improve problem solving skills
    • improve communications skills
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • College algebra
    • Basic MS Excel skills
    • Probability and statistics
    • Manufacturing Processes
    Course Topics
    • Introduction to quality improvement (1 class)
    • Review of statistics (1 class)
    • Control charts (1 class)
    • Control charts for variables (2 classes)
    • Control charts for attributes (2 classes)
    • Process & measurement system capability analysis (1 class)
    • Quality assurance concepts (2 classes)
    • Applications of quality assurance (2 classes)
    • Fundamentals of design of experiments (3 classes)
    • Applications of design of experiments (3 classes)
    • Examinations (2 classes)
    Coordinator
    Charlene Yauch
  
  • MT 3601 - Finite Element Analysis

    3 lecture hours 2 lab hours 4 credits
    Course Description
    This course is designed as an introduction to the finite element method and a continuation of the study of solid mechanics begun in MT 205 . Lecture topics include steps in the finite element analysis process; element formulations of spring, truss and beam elements using direct equilibrium and energy methods; assembly of equations and application of loads and boundary conditions; interpretation of FEA results; static failure criteria; beam deflections; and pressure vessel theory. Lab exercises focus on various computer simulations. These exercises will include 1-, 2-, and 3-D truss analysis, thick-wall pressure vessels, 2-D plane stress plane strain analysis, 3-D solid analysis, and 3-D design optimization using FEA. Students will use a commercial finite element program to simulate the experiments performed in the mechanical testing laboratory. (prereq: MT 205 , MA 225 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • use computer software to solve a system of simultaneous equations
    • assemble system equations for a simple finite element model, apply loads and boundary conditions, solve for unknown quantities and interpret results. Element types that the student will be able to use are spring, truss, and beam elements
    • be capable of analyzing linear stress analyses with finite element analysis software
    • model simple structures with SolidWorks solid modeling software, mesh the surface, and export the model
    • use FEA as a design tool in a 3-D analysis
    • be capable of writing reports detailing results of physical tests and/or stress analyses
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • Strength of materials
    • Differential and integral calculus
    Course Topics
    • Introduction to finite element analysis. (1 class)
    • Review of matrix math; computer solution of simultaneous equations. (2 classes)
    • Introduction to FEA program. (3 classes)
    • Spring element formulation. (2 classes)
    • Assembly and solution of equations. (2 classes)
    • Failure criteria. (3 classes)
    • Effect of boundary conditions. (1 class)
    • Truss elements. (4 classes)
    • Introduction to SolidWorks. (2 classes)
    • SolidWorks interface. (1 class)
    • Beam elements. (2 classes)
    • 3-D analysis. (4 classes)
    • Introduction to advanced topics in FEA. (1 class)
    Laboratory Topics
    • 1-D Truss analysis (manual computation using direct method)
    • 1-D Truss analysis (computer lab)
    • 2-D Truss analysis (computer lab)
    • 3-D Truss analysis (computer lab)
    • 1-D, 2-D, 3-D Beam analysis (computer lab)
    • 2-D Tensile test specimen analysis (computer lab)
    • Asymmetric hydraulic cylinder analysis (computer lab)
    • Multi-body analysis using contact elements (computer lab)
    • 3-D bracket analysis (computer lab)
    • 3-D bracket design optimization (computer lab)
    Coordinator
    Vincent Prantil
  
  • MT 3611 - Solid Modeling

    3 lecture hours 2 lab hours 4 credits
    Course Description
    In this course, the use of solid modeling in engineering design will be explored. Students will learn to create part models, assemblies, and drawings using SolidWorks solid modeling software. Motion analysis will also be introduced. Integration of solid modeling into the product design process will be emphasized. (prereq: EG 124 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • model 3-D parts with SolidWorks software
    • assemble part models into assembly models
    • create 2-D drawings of parts and assemblies
    • simulate simple mechanisms
    • model manufacturing processes (sheet metal and molds)
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • Computer-Aided Drafting (2-D)
    Course Topics
    • Basic Part Modeling (2 classes)
    • 2-D Drawings of Parts (2 classes)
    • Advanced Part Modeling (2 classes)
    • Basic Assembly Modeling (2 classes)
    • Assembly Drawings (2 classes)
    • Equations and Design Tables in Part Modeling (2 classes)
    • Sheet Metal Parts (2 classes)
    • Mold Core and Cavity Creation (2 classes)
    • Motion Analysis (2 classes)
    • Project work (2 classes)
    Laboratory Topics
    • Part modeling
    • 2-D Drawings
    • Assemblies
    • Parts with Equations
    • Design Tables
    • Sheet Metal
    • Motion Analysis
    • Project
    Coordinator
    Joseph Musto
  
  • MT 3901 - Computer Tools

    2 lecture hours 2 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    The purposes of this course are to familiarize students with the modern computer tools required for engineering practice and to teach them how to apply these tools to solve practical engineerng problems. Topics include loops, logical branching, functions, plotting, root finding, matrix operations, and numerical methods. Laboratory exercises will involve the use of various computational software packages in the solution of engineering problems. (prereq:MA 127  or equivalent)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • formulate and solve math, science, and engineering technology problems using Matlab
    • have written structured computer programs to solve engineering problems using Matlab
    • to use computer tools (Matlab and Excel) to plot graphs, find the roots of equations, and perform matrix operations
    • formally documented the solution to engineering problems.
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • College Trigonometry
    • College Algebra
    Course Topics
    • Problem solving methodologies, Introduction to computing (1 class)
    • Simple and symbolic operations (2 classes)
    • Working with arrays, Plotting (2 classes)
    • Programming - loops (3 classes)
    • Programming - logic (2 classes)
    • Root finding techniques (1 class)
    • Matrix methods (1 class)
    • Solving simultaneous equations (2 classes)
    • Numerical integration (2 classes)
    • Optimization (2 classes)
    • Testing and Review (2 classes)
    Laboratory Topics
    • Introduction to Matlab and Excel
    • Structured Programming
    • Plotting data
    • Roots of Equations
    • Solving Simultaneous equations
    • Numerical Integration
    • Optimization
    Coordinator
    Joseph Musto
  
  • MT 4001 - Advanced Mechanics

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    This course includes advanced topics in mechanics of materials and dynamics. Mechanics of materials topics include use of discontinuity functions to find beam deflections, analysis of statically indeterminate structures, impact loading, static and fatigue failure theories, and design for fatigue of shafts and threaded fasteners. Dynamics topics include velocity and acceleration analysis of mechanisms utilizing complex number analysis of vector loop equations. (prereq: MT 205 , MT 2601 , MT 2611 , MT 303 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • write equations for shear and bending moment in a beam using discontinuity functions
    • integrate the moment equation of a beam to determine the slope and deflection at any location, using discontinuity functions
    • solve statically indeterminate problems consisting of beams and/or axial rods, including problems involving temperature changes
    • analyze simple structures subjected to impact loads
    • calculate factors of safety for structures subjected to combined static loads, using appropriate failure criteria
    • calculate factors of safety for structures subjected to fluctuating loads
    • design shafts with the ASME design equation
    • select threaded fasteners subjected to cyclic loading
    • write the vector loop equation of a mechanism, using complex notation
    • develop the simultaneous equations to solve for the unknowns in position, velocity, and acceleration analyses of mechanisms
    • numerically solve for the unknowns in the position, velocity, and acceleration equations and interpret the results
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • Strength of materials, mechanical components, mechanisms, calculus-based dynamics
    Course Topics
    • Review of mechanics of materials topics (2 classes)
    • Use of discontinuity functions to write shear and moment equations (2 classes)
    • Calculation of beam deflections (2 classes)
    • Statically indeterminate structures (4 classes)
    • Impact loading (3 classes)
    • Static failure criteria (2 classes)
    • Fatigue failure criteria (4 classes)
    • Shaft design (2 classes)
    • Threaded fastener design (3 classes)
    • Kinematics of mechanisms (4 classes)
    • Examinations (2 classes)
    Coordinator
    Mohammad Mahinfalah
  
  • MT 4201 - Industrial Materials

    3 lecture hours 2 lab hours 4 credits
    Course Description
    This course continues the study of industrially important materials and processing methods with an emphasis on the relationship between structure, properties and processing. Topics include strengthening mechanisms in metals, phase diagrams, heat treating, plastic properties, and failure modes for metals and plastics. The course includes a lab component for the verification of heat-treating steel, brass, aluminum, and for testing of mechanical properties. (prereq: CH 310 , MT 1201 , MT 205 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • have knowledge of the heat treating processes, resulting properties and common temper designations for various commercial alloy systems
    • have knowledge of the influence of carbon and heat treatment on the properties of steel
    • describe the more common failure modes for metals and plastics, such as Ductile Fracture, Brittle Fracture, fatigue, impact and creep
    • evaluate the results of hardness and tensile tests
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • Basic material properties
    • Steel and Aluminum properties and esignations
    • Basic material processing
    • Introductory Solid State Chemistry
    • Introductory Strength of Materials
    Course Topics
    • Introduction (1 class)
    • Principles of Strengthening Methods in Metals (2 classes)
    • Solidification of metals (2 classes)
    • Cold work and annealing (2 classes)
    • Phase diagrams and equilibrium cooling (4 classes)
    • Steel (5 classes)
    • Aluminum (3 classes)
    • Failure modes and properties of metals and plastics (4 classes)
    • Structure and properties of plastics (3 classes)
    • Stainless steel and cast iron (2 classes)
    • Exams (2 classes)
    Laboratory Topics
    • Hardness and tensile testing (1 session)
    • Annealing cold-worked brass (1 session)
    • Heat treating of steel (2 sessions)
    • Hardenability in steel (1 session)
    • Heat treating aluminum alloys (1 session)
    • Impact testing (1 session)
    • Phase diagram (1 session)
    Coordinator
    Cynthia Barnicki
  
  • MT 4301 - Feedback Control Systems

    3 lecture hours 2 lab hours 4 credits
    Course Description
    This course introduces open-loop and closed-loop control systems by means of Laplace-domain block diagrams. Differential equations are used to write mathematical models of mechanical, electrical and other systems. Transient and steady-state responses of first-order and second-order systems are examined. Frequency response, including the development of Bode plots, is included. Feedback systems employing controllers are implemented in both laboratory sessions and computer simulations to study the performance of components and systems. (prereq: MA 226 , MT 3301 , MT 3901 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • write mathematical models of selected systems using differential equations
    • solve selected differential equations using the Laplace transform method
    • work with Laplace closed loop system block diagrams
    • compute selected first and second order systems transient and steady state response parameters for selected inputs using calculations and Simulink
    • perform computer simulations using Simulink
    • do frequency response work with Bode plots
    • make tuning adjustments on a speed control system in the laboratory
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • Electromechanical Instrumentation
    • Calculus III
    • Computer Tools
    Course Topics
    • Introduction to control systems
    • Laplace transforms
    • Control system models
    • Static and dynamic response
    • Stability
    • Frequency Response Analysis
    • Introduction to digital control systems
    Laboratory Topics
    • Laboratory control systems
    • Transient response of first order systems
    • Transient response of second order systems
    • Computer simulation (speed control)
    • Rotary group speed control using SAAS steady state & slow dynamic performance
    • Rotary group speed control using SAAS ultimate cycle test and additional tuning
    • Rotary group speed control steady state and slow dynamic performance
    • Rotary group speed control ultimate cycle test and additional tuning
    • DC motor digital speed control
    Coordinator
    John Pakkala
  
  • MT 4401 - Hardware in Manufacturing

    3 lecture hours 2 lab hours 4 credits
    Course Description
    This course is an overview of modern equipment and processes used in automated manufacturing. Investigations of various hardware topics are conducted including robotics, material handling systems, automatic storage and retrieval systems, and CNC equipment. Lean and agile manufacturing strategies are introduced. (prereq: senior standing)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • describe the basic elements of an automated system
    • develop strategies for the design and implementation of automation and production systems
    • describe the elements of material transport and automated storage and retrieval systems
    • classify cellular and flexible manufacturing systems
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • None
    Course Topics
    • Review of manufacturing processes (1 class)
    • Introduction to automation and control processes (1 class)
    • Numerical control fundamentals (2 classes)
    • Programmable logic controllers (2 classes)
    • Industrial robotics (2 classes)
    • Material transport systems (2 classes)
    • Manufacturing cells (2 classes)
    • Flexible manufacturing systems (2 classes)
    • Transfer lines (2 classes)
    • Lean production and agile manufacturing fundamentals (1 class)
    • Review and testing (3 classes)
    Laboratory Topics
    • Robot programming fundamentals
    • Automatic storage and retrieval systems
    Coordinator
    John Pakkala
  
  • MT 4502 - Mechanics

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    This course is designed as an introduction to engineering mechanics for electrical engineering technology students. Topics include an introduction to vector algebra; equilibrium of particles and rigid bodies in a plane; velocity and acceleration analysis of simple mechanisms; Hooke’s Law and stresses in members subjected to axial, torsion and bending loads. (prereq:  MA 225  , PH 113 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • draw free body diagrams
    • perform 2-D equilibrium analysis using vectors to solve simple problems involving particles, rigid bodies, frames, and machines
    • relate stress and strain in a mechanical element
    • relate position, velocity, acceleration, and force in mechanical systems
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • Physics of mechanics
    • Integral calculus
    Course Topics
    • Vectors (1 week)
    • Forces and moments (including friction) (2 weeks)
    • Free body diagrams, equilibrium of particles and rigid bodies (1 week)
    • Frames and machines (1 week)
    • Basics of stress and strain (axial, shear, bending, torsion) (2 weeks)
    • Introduction to motion and power transmission (2 weeks)
    • Testing (1 week)
    Coordinator
    Joseph Musto
  
  • MT 4511 - Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    This course is a study of the fundamental concepts and laws of heat transfer, with supporting foundation in thermodynamics. Applications include heat sink design and cooling considerations in electrical and electronic systems. (prereq: CH 310 , MA 227 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • apply mass and energy balances to simple thermodynamic systems
    • apply heat transfer equations to solve basic problems in cooling of electronic and electrical components
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • Basic physics
    Course Topics
    • Introduction to thermodynamic analysis: system, property, process
    • Mass and energy balance equations
    • Ideal gas equations of state
    • Energy balance for closed and open systems
    • Heat transfer mechanisms
    • Conduction
    • Convection; forced and natural
    • Radiation or heat exchangers (instructor’s choice)
    • Cooling applications
    Coordinator
    Christopher Damm
  
  • MT 4901 - Capstone Project

    2 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    Students work individually to investigate solutions to an engineering problem. Students are expected to formulate a scope of work, research relevant literature, and design and analyze possible solutions. A written report and oral presentation are required. (prereq: permission of program director and advisor needed before registration.)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    have completed an engineering project, including the following:
    • formulation of the scope of the work
    • research of the relevant literature
    • performance of design and analysis work to solve the problem
    • preparation of a design report
    • oral presentation of project
    Prerequisites by Topic
    • None
    Course Topics
    • Introduction to the Capstone Project (1 class)
    • The Design Process (1 class)
    • Engineering Specifications (1 class)
    • Engineering Ethics and Teamwork (1 class)
    • Intellectual Property (1 class)
    • Safety in Design (1 class)
    • Reliability in Design (1 class)
    • Project Reviews (1 class)
    • Making a Design Presentation (1 class)
    Coordinator
    John Pakkala

Naval Science

  
  • NS 1001 - Drill and Information Briefing

    0 lecture hours 0 lab hours 0 credits
    Course Description
    Weekly formations focusing on Marine Corps and Navy drill, ceremonies, and inspections. Classroom instruction on special interest areas to the prospective naval officer such as financial responsibilities, career opportunities, leadership, maritime strategy, national security and sailing. Instruction and application of the fundamentals of unit organization, the chain of command, and how to properly wear and inspect uniforms. Designed to develop teamwork, leadership, management, and initiative. Required of all NROTC students. SNC/UNC grade assessment. Offered every term.
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    None appended
    Prerequisites by Topic
    None appended
    Course Topics
    None appended
  
  • NS 1009 - Introduction to Naval Science

    2 lecture hours 0 lab hours 2 credits
    Course Description
    General introduction to seapower and the naval service. The instruction places particular emphasis on the mission, organization, regulations and broad warfare components of the Navy. Included is an overview of officer and enlisted rank and rating structures, procurement and recruitment, training and education, promotion and advancement, and retirement policies. Non-NROTC students require consent of department chair. Offered fall term.
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    None appended
    Prerequisites by Topic
    None appended
    Course Topics
    None appended
  
  • NS 1022 - Sea Power and Maritime Affairs 1

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    Influence of U.S. sea power and maritime affairs on international economic and political relationships. Classroom discussions based on independent reading. Non- NROTC students require consent of department chair. Offered winter term.
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    None appended
    Prerequisites by Topic
    None appended
    Course Topics
    None appended
  
  • NS 1023 - Sea Power and Maritime Affairs 2

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    Continuation of NS 1022. Offered spring term. (prereq: NS 1022, non-NROTC students require consent of department chair)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    None appended
    Prerequisites by Topic
    None appended
    Course Topics
    None appended
  
  • NS 1142 - Naval Ship Systems 1

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    Ship design, construction, types and missions. Ship compartmentalization, interior communications, propulsion, auxiliary power and ship control systems. Elements of ship design for safe operation. Ship stability characteristics. Non-NROTC students require consent of department chair Offered fall term.
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    None appended
    Prerequisites by Topic
    None appended
    Course Topics
    None appended
  
  • NS 1151 - Navigation and Naval Operations 1

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    Theory, principles and procedures of ship navigation and movements. Nautical astronomy, oceanographic factors, piloting, celestial navigation, celestial sights, sextants, charts, publications, electronic aids and inertial navigation systems. Rules of the nautical road, lights, signals, and navigational aids. Non-NROTC students require consent of department chair Offered winter term.
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    None appended
    Prerequisites by Topic
    None appended
    Course Topics
    None appended
  
  • NS 1152 - Navigation and Naval Operations 2

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    Continuation of NS-1151. Offered spring term. (prereq: NS-1151 or consent of department chair)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    None appended
    Prerequisites by Topic
    None appended
    Course Topics
    None appended
  
  • NS 1161 - Evolution of the Art of War

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    Military principles and concepts throughout history. Tactical and strategic applications in selected engagements. Non-NROTC students require consent of department chair Offered alternate fall terms.
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    None appended
    Prerequisites by Topic
    None appended
    Course Topics
    None appended
  
  • NS 1181 - Amphibious Warfare

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    Application of amphibious doctrine to battles throughout history. Non-NROTC students require consent of department chair Offered alternate fall terms.
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    None appended
    Prerequisites by Topic
    None appended
    Course Topics
    None appended
  
  • NS 1185 - Leadership and Management

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    Stress on experiential approach to leadership and management with military emphasis. Motivation and communication theory and practice. Group dynamics and decision making techniques. Lines of control and organizational structure. Case studies, experiential exercises and situational problems will be used. Non-NROTC students require consent of department chair Offered fall term.
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    None appended
    Prerequisites by Topic
    None appended
    Course Topics
    None appended
  
  • NS 2152 - Navigation and Naval Operations 2

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    Theory, principles and procedures of ship navigation, movements and employment. Tactical formations and dispositions, relative motion and maneuvering board solutions. Analysis of tactical plots for force effectiveness. Non-NROTC students require consent of department chair Offered winter term. (prereq: NS 1151)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    None appended
    Prerequisites by Topic
    None appended
    Course Topics
    None appended
  
  • NS 2153 - Navigation and Naval Operations 3

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    Continuation of NS 2152. Offered spring term. (prereq: NS 1151 and NS 2152, non-NROTC students require consent of department chair)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    None appended
    Prerequisites by Topic
    None appended
    Course Topics
    None appended
  
  • NS 2162 - Naval Ship Systems 2

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    Theory and principles of operation of naval weapons systems including types, capabilities, and limitations. Theory of target detection, acquisition, identification and tracking. Principles of trajectories. Offered winter term. (prereq: NS-1142, non-NROTC students require consent of department chair)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    None appended
    Prerequisites by Topic
    None appended
    Course Topics
    None appended
  
  • NS 2163 - Naval Ship Systems 3

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    Theory and principles of operation of naval weapons systems including types, capabilities, and limitations. Theory of target detection, acquisition, identification and tracking. Principles of trajectories. Offered spring term. (prereq: NS-1142 and NS-2162, non-NROTC students require consent of department chair)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    None appended
    Prerequisites by Topic
    None appended
    Course Topics
    None appended
  
  • NS 2186 - Leadership and Core-Value-Based Decision-Making 1

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    Application of techniques and theories learned in NS 1185. Practical application of sound leadership and ethics to Navy situations. Investigation of levels of ethical decision-making: legal, constitutional , utilitarian, divine. Examination of role of honor, courage and commitment in leadership. Offered winter term. (prereq: NS 1185, non-NROTC students require consent of department chair)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    None appended
    Prerequisites by Topic
    None appended
    Course Topics
    None appended
  
  • NS 2187 - Leadership and Core-Value-Based Decision-Making 2

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    Continuation of NS 2186. Offered spring term. (prereq: NS 1185 and NS 2186, non-NROTC students require consent of department chair)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    None appended
    Prerequisites by Topic
    None appended
    Course Topics
    None appended
  
  • NS 2964 - Practicum in U.S. Marine Corps Leadership and Management

    4 lecture hours 0 lab hours 4 credits
    Course Description
    Provides instruction and practical application of leadership and management techniques used in the Marine Corps and Naval Service. The course is held at the Officer Candidate School at Quantico, Virginia. S/U grade assessment. (prereq: junior standing in USMC option)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    None appended
    Prerequisites by Topic
    None appended
    Course Topics
    None appended
  
  • NS 4995 - Independent Study in Naval Sciences

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    Independent study of special topics in Military Science under faculty supervision. Topics selected by student/faculty conference. Course can be taken for 1-3 credits. (prereq: consent of department chair)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    None appended
    Prerequisites by Topic
    None appended
    Course Topics
    None appended

Nursing

  
  • NU 102 - Orientation to Nursing

    0 lecture hours 2 lab hours 1 credits
    Course Description
    This course provides an overview of the MSOE environment and academic support services for the first-year nursing students. Course content includes development of academic, personal, and interpersonal skills that will help the student succeed in college and develop a sense of campus involvement. Practice and feedback are given to enhance skills in oral presentation, written expression, classroom discussion, and group participation. (prereq: none)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • Effectively adjust to a new type of educational environment, to the physical aspects of college life, to the college program and curriculum, to the faculty, and to the students who make up the college population (Level 1, Life-long Learning)
    • Understand and adapt to established practices and policies that affect student progress (Level 1, Critical Thinking)
    • Increase the effectiveness of the students study skills, his/her handling of college pressures, time management, and academic planning (Level 1, Life-long Learning)
    • Identify possible career paths in nursing (Level 1, Professional Role)
    Course Topics
    • Benefits and Goals of a College Education
    • Critical and Creative Thinking
    • Library Resource
    • Study Skills
    • Nursing Career Choices; entry level job opportunities
    • Registration Procedures
    • School of Nursing Student Handbook
    • MSOE Academic Policies
    • MSOE Student policies
    • Student Nurses Association
    • Turnitin
    • Learning Management System Blackboard
    • Harassment and Sexual misconduct
    • Stress Management
    • Financial Aid
    • Nursing degrees and licensure
    • Health Services
    • Servant Leadership
    • Student Support Services; Trio, LRC, Counseling
    Laboratory Topics
    None appended
    Coordinator
    Rhonda Powell
  
  • NU 200 - History and Theories of Nursing

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    This course provides an overview of nursing from a historical as well as present day perspective. The concepts of nursing, person, environment and health are examined. World events are addressed with a focus on American history and the advances in American nursing. Conceptual frameworks, nursing theories, trends and issues, and professional nursing practice are explored. (prereq: none)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • Identify the basic components of theory and the hierarchy of nursing knowledge (Level 1, History)
    • Discuss the meaning of the four concepts in relationship to selected conceptual frameworks and nursing theories (Level 1, History)
    • Critically reflect on one’s personal definition of the concepts of nursing, person, environment, and health (Level 1, History and Critical Thinking)
    • Communicate verbally and in writing thoughts and ideas regarding the history and theories of nursing (Level 1, Communication)
    • Demonstrate responsibility and accountability for learning (Level 1, Life-long Learning)
    • Explore the role of the nurse throughout history (Level 1, Professional Role and History)
    • Use nursing literature to gain a historical perspective of the nursing profession (Level 1, Knowledge Development)
    Course Topics
    • MSOE School of Nursing Conceptual Framework
    • Philosophies and Theories in Nursing
    • History of Nursing and Health
    • American Nursing
    • Nursing Metaparadigm
    • Nursing in the Future
    Coordinator
    Sherrill Leifer
  
  • NU 210 - Concepts of Professional Nursing Practice

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    This course prepares nursing students for the role of the professional registered nurse. Emphasis is placed on understanding professional nursing practice in the context of its social contract with society. Standards of professional nursing practice, standards of professional performance, and ethics are examined. Health is studied from the perspective of the individual. Students are introduced to the nursing process and Gordon’s Functional Health Patterns and apply them in the development of a behavioral change project to promote their own health. None
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • Discuss factors that promote healthy lifestyles and prevent illness for individuals across the lifespan (Level 2, Health Concepts)
    • Describe professional nursing practice in the context of the Standards of Clinical Nursing Practice and Nursing’s Social Policy Statement (Level 2, Professional Role)
    • Explore the components of the nursing process (Level 2, Nursing Care)
    • Analyze personal health behavior using a health model (Level 2, Health Concepts)
    • Apply a health model to the personal change project (Level 2, Nursing Care)
    • Discuss Functional Health Patterns as a framework for health assessment (Level 2, Nursing Care).
    • Describe the criteria that define a profession (Level 2, Professional Role)
    • Describe the role of the nurse as a member of the health care system (Level 2, Professional Role)
    • Demonstrate accountability and responsibility for self-directed learning (Level 2, Life-long Learning)
    Course Topics
    • Health Models for change
    • Nursing and Policy: Social Policy Statement
    • Professional Nursing Practice
    • Health/Healthy People 2020
    • Health Perception/Health Management
    • Nutritional/Metabolic
    • Activity/Exercise Pattern
    • Self-Perception/Self-Concept Pattern
    • Cognitive/Perceptual Pattern
    • Value/Belief Pattern
    • Sexuality/Reproductive Pattern
    • Sleep/Rest Pattern
    • Elimination Pattern
    • Coping/Stress Tolerance Pattern
    • Role/Relationship Pattern
    • U.S. Health Care System
    • Standard of Nursing Practice and Standards of Professional Performance
    • Nursing and Society: Ethics
    • Nursing Process: Assessment, Diagnosis, Outcomes, Interventions, Evaluation
    Coordinator
    Jane Paige
  
  • NU 220 - Health Care Terminology

    2 lecture hours 0 lab hours 2 credits
    Course Description
    This course uses a systems approach to establish a knowledge base of healthcare terminology. Students recognize, analyze, deconstruct, define medical terms, and apply them through effective communication. (prereq: none)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • Establish a knowledge base of healthcare terminology (Level 1, Nursing Care)
    • Communicate effectively the precise meaning of the word by means of proper pronunciation and precise meaning of the word in the correct context (Level 1, Communication)
    • Demonstrate accountability and responsibility for learning (Level 1, Life-long Learning)
    • Effectively utilize a learning management system, required texts and provided resources to successfully complete the learning assignments (Level 1, Technology)
    • Analyze, deconstruct and define healthcare terms and apply in the context of nursing care (Level 1, Critical Thinking and Knowledge Development)
    Course Topics
    • Introduction to Medical Terminology
    • Human body in health and disease
    • Skin, Skeletal and Muscular System
    • Cardiovascular System
    • Respiratory System
    • Lymphatic and Immune System
    • Nervous System and Senses
    • Diagnostic Procedures and Pharmacology
    • Digestive System
    • Urinary System
    • Endocrine and Reproductive System
    Coordinator
    Mary Jo Noble
  
  • NU 260 - Nutrition

    2 lecture hours 0 lab hours 2 credits
    Course Description
    This course introduces nutritional concepts related to human health and wellness across the lifespan. Emphasis is placed on assessment of clients’ nutritional health. Students apply knowledge of nutrition issues related to growth and development. Topics include carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, vitamins, minerals, healthy diet, metabolism, and energy balance. (prereqs: BI 102 , CH 2260  or consent of instructor)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • Summarize the current major national guidelines for promoting health through nutrition (Level 2, Health Concepts)
    • Explain the major roles and functions of carbohydrates, fats, and protein in the body (Level 2, Health Concepts)
    • Identify the major functions of water and fat-soluble vitamins in the body, and a major source of each micronutrient (Level 2, Health Concepts)
    • Identify the major functions of sodium, chloride, potassium, calcium, magnesium, iodine, and fluoride in the body, and best sources of each (Level 2, Health Concepts)
    • Describe the subjective and objective components of a nutrition assessment; state how to calculate body mass index (BMI) and explain the relationship between BMI and health (Level 2, Nursing Care)
    • Explain the role of scientific evidence in making nutrition-related recommendations to individual clients and families. (Level 2, Knowledge Development)
    • Explain the concept of energy balance and discuss effective and ineffective weight loss strategies and the role of sensitive, respectful, effective communication by nurses in helping individuals achieve meet their weight loss goals; (Level 2, Health Concepts)
    • List factors that have contributed to the obesity epidemic in the United States; discuss its impact on the health of the nation, and explain why obesity is a major public health issue. (Level 2, Health Concepts)
    • Discuss the role of nutrition and fitness in helping to promote or maintain overall health (Level 2, Health Concepts)
    • Explain how nutrient needs vary across the lifespan and describe the role of nutrition in promoting health in the preconception period, during pregnancy, in infancy, childhood, adolescence, adulthood, and in older adults (Level 2, Health Concepts and Critical Thinking)
    Course Topics
    • Food choices and human health
    • Nutrition Tools and Standards
    • Carbohydrates
    • Vitamin C and iron
    • Alcohol and health
    • Lipids
    • Calcium and Vitamin D
    • Proteins
    • Vitamin A and zinc
    • Water, sodium, potassium, magnesium, iodine, trace minerals
    • The B vitamins
    • Nutrients and physical activity
    • Vitamin E and K
    • Energy Balance and Weight Loss
    • Nutrition and health
    • Food safety
    • Weight loss strategies
    • Nutrition in pregnancy and lactation
    • Nutrition in infancy and childhood
    • Nutrition in adolescents
    • Nutrition in elderly
    Coordinator
    Diane Dettinger
  
  • NU 290 - Pathophysiology I

    4 lecture hours 0 lab hours 4 credits
    Course Description
    This course provides students with an understanding of disease process including etiology, manifestations, diagnosis and treatment modalities. Central concepts of pathophysiology and homeostasis provide the foundation for understanding alterations in: cellular function, cardiovascular function, respiratory function, fluid and electrolyte balance, acid-base balance, and genetics. (prereq: BI 102 , BI 172  (C grade), BI 273  (C grade), BI 274  (C grade))
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • Understand the molecular basis of health and disease (Level 1, Health Concepts)
    • Understand the pathogenesis and sequelae of disease processes (Level 1, Health Concepts)
    • Understand the systemic effects of disease processes (Level 1, Health Concepts)
    • Understand and identify physiologic compensatory mechanisms brought about by disease processes (Level 1, Health Concepts)
    • Understand and identify clinical manifestations of disease processes (Level 1, Health Concepts)
    • Understand the diagnostic tests and current treatment modalities for specific disease processes (Level 1, Health Concepts)
    • Understand the levels and methods of prevention of specific disease processes (Level 1, Health Concepts)
    • Understand the role of genetics in disease processes (Level 1, Health Concepts)
    Prerequisites by Topic
    Biology, chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology, anatomy and physiology
    Course Topics
    • Cellular responses to stress, injury and aging
    • Inflammation , tissue repair, fever
    • Genetic control of cell function, and congenital disorders
    • Disorders of the White Blood Cells and Lymphoid Tissue
    • Mechanisms of Infectious disease
    • Innate and Adaptive Immunity
    • Disorders of the Immune System
    • Disorders of Fluid, Electrolyte and Acid/Base Balance
    • Disorders of Hemostasis
    • Disorders of Oxygen Transport
    • Disorders of Blood flow, Pressure, cardiac function, heart failure and circulatory shock
    • Neoplasia
    • Control of Respiratory function, respiratory tract infections and childhood disorders
    Coordinator
    Renee Wenzlaff
  
  • NU 300 - Transcultural Nursing

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    This course describes cultural influences on beliefs, values, and practices in relation to health, illness, and health seeking behaviors for providing culturally congruent and competent nursing care. Students explore how perceptions, values, and roles are influenced by culture and the environment. A variety of interactive learning strategies and planned cultural excursions are incorporated in the course. (prereq: NU 200 , NU 210 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • Examine clients’ rights in decision-making based on cultural factors (Level 3, Nursing Care and Professional Role)
    • Identify the history and culture of various cultural groups in Southeastern Wisconsin (Level 3, Life-long Learning)
    • Analyze one’s own cultural influences and explain how these are reflected in one’s understanding of person, environment, health, and nursing (Level 3, Nursing Care and Health Concepts)
    • Apply knowledge of social and cultural factors that affect nursing and health care across the lifespan (Level 3, Knowledge Development and Critical Thinking)
    • Develop skills to use relevant data sources based on evidence-based practice in providing culturally competent care (Level 3, Technology and Knowledge Development)
    • Apply safe and quality outcomes of care for diverse populations (Level 3, Nursing Care)
    • Create interdisciplinary knowledge base that reflects heterogeneous health care practices within various cultural groups (Level 3, Communication and Leadership)
    • Recognize the importance of changing attitudes and values that support cultural competence (Level 3, Nursing Care and Professional Role)
    • Identify evidence-based practice and best practices in the care of diverse individuals, groups, and communities (Level 3, Knowledge Development)
    Prerequisites by Topic
    None appended.
    Course Topics
    Cultural assessment models
    • Discussion on a variety of ethnic groups
    • Cultural assessment models
    • Nursing in Multicultural Health Care Settings
    • Creating Culturally Competent Organizations
    • Transcultural Perspectives in Mental Health Nursing
    • Cultural Diversity in the Health Care Workforce
    • Contemporary Challenges in Transcultural Nursing
    • Transcultural Aspects of Pain
    • Cultural Competence in Ethical Decision-Making
    • Culture, family, community
    Coordinator
    Victoria Carlson-Oehlers
  
  • NU 301 - Accelerated Second Degree Nursing Orientation

    1 lecture hours 0 lab hours 0 credits
    Course Description
    This course provides an overview of the MSOE environment and academic support resources. Emphasis is placed on understanding professional nursing practice in context of its social contract with society. (prereq: acceptance into Accelerated Second Degree B.S. in Nursing (ASDBSN) program)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • Describe professional nursing practice in the context of the Standards of Clinical Nursing Practice and Nursing’s Social Policy Statement. (Level 2, Professional Role)
    • Describe the criteria that define a profession. (Level 2, Professional Role)
    • Describe the role of the nurse as a member of the health care system. (Level 2, Professional Role)
    • Demonstrate accountability and responsibility for self-directed learning. (Level 2, Life-long Learning)
    Prerequisites by Topic
    None appended.
    Course Topics
    • Learning Management System - Blackboard
    • Transition back to the academic environment
    • Nursing and Policy: Social Policy Statement
    • Transition to the role of the professional nurse
    • Standard of Nursing Practice and Standards of Professional Performance
    • Healthy People 2020
    • U.S. Health Care System
    • Nursing and Society: Ethics
    Coordinator
    Debra Jenks
  
  • NU 331 - Nursing Care of Clients with Episodic Health Challenges II

    3 lecture hours 12 lab hours 7 credits
    Course Description
    This course expands on students’ abilities to integrate the nursing process with clients across the life span with episodic health challenges. Students continue to explore all dimensions of health with an emphasis on developing collaborative skills. (prereq: NU 3300 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • Use the nursing process to provide holistic care across the lifespan for clients experiencing acute episodic alterations in health and/or wellness (Level 3, Nuring Care and Health Concepts)
    • Evaluate therapeutic interpersonal communication skills across the lifespan (Level 3, Communication)
    • Applies principles of health promotion, health maintenance and restoration when caring for clients across the lifespan (Level 3, Health Concepts)
    • Utilize ethical principles in developing the advocacy role of the nurse (Level 3, Professional Role)
    • Develop personal goals for professional development (Level 3, Life-long Learning)
    • Demonstrate skillful and safe use of health care technology and information systems (Level 3, Technology)
    • Use collaborative skills to work with health team members in the delivery of health care (Level 3, Professional Role and Leadership)
    • Demonstrate critical thinking skills in decision-making and problem solving (Level 3, Critical Thinking)
    • Use nursing research findings and relevant professional literature to support nursing practice (Level 3, Knowledge Development)
    Prerequisites by Topic
    None appended.
    Course Topics
    • Altered Respiratory Function: Chest Tubes: Introduction to Chest Tube Management;
    • Altered Level of Consciousness: Head trauma; Cognitive-Perceptual Pattern: Acute Confusion
    • Activity-Exercise Pattern: Care of the Client with Acute Neurological Injury
    • Risk for Altered Respiratory Function: Impaired Gas Exchange : hypoxia, decreased cough reflex, pneumonia
    • Nutritional-Metabolic Pattern: Nursing Care Management of Fluid Volume Deficit: Less than Body Requirements, and Altered Tissue Perfusion
    • Nutritional-Metabolic Pattern: Malabsorption, Enteral Nutrition, tube feedings
    • Acid-Base Imbalance: Care of clients with acid-base imbalance
    • Role-Relationship Pattern: Risk for Altered Parenting
    • Coping Stress Patterns: Impact of Hospitalization on Children and Families
    • Role-Relationship Pattern: Impaired Verbal Communication
    • Elimination Pattern: Constipation/Diarrhea in the Acute client
    • Professional Collaboration
    • Activity Exercise Pattern: Fatigue and Activity intolerance (Adult)
    • Health Management/ Health Perception Pattern: Risk for infection, Nursing Management of Clients with infections.
    • Psychological Illness Related to Specific Physiological Disorders
    • Sexuality- Reproductively Pattern: Women’s Sexuality Dysfunction
    • Sexuality- Reproductively Pattern: Men’s Sexuality Dysfunction
    Laboratory Topics
    • Psychomotor Skills: Chest tubes, blood transfusions, Central venous access devices, CVAD; Total Parenteral Nutrition, Orthopedic patient care, Enteral Nutrition, Bowel Management, Gastric Decompression.
    • Simulations: Care of child with Kawasaki disease and cardiac catheterization
    • Clinical Focus: Medical/Surgical
    Coordinator
    Mary Jo Noble
  
  • NU 333 - Contemporary Issues in Nursing

    2 lecture hours 0 lab hours 2 credits
    Course Description
    The course emphasizes current thought, trends, issues, and research pertinent to the changing health care environment. Selected baccalaureate competencies recommended by the American Association of Colleges of Nursing (AACN) and other professional standards are addressed. (prereq: NU 331  or consent of instructor)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • Articulate factors that support the delivery of competent, caring, holistic nursing care for clients across the lifespan (Level 4, Nursing Care)
    • Consistently employ effective communication skills with clients and multidisciplinary teams when coordinating discharge from or transfer within a healthcare setting (Level 4, Communication)
    • Incorporate principles of health promotion, maintenance and restoration to empower clients to achieve optimal health (Level 4, Health Concepts)
    • Demonstrate professional responsibility and accountability as patient advocates and leaders in nursing practice (Level 4, Professional Role)
    • Describe the use of information management systems, and select technologies used to delivery nursing care from a remote location. (Level 4, Technology)
    • Provide leadership when collaborating with other health care team members and communities in assuming accountability for nursing care outcomes (Level 4, Leadership)
    • Synthesize research findings and knowledge from the humanities and sciences into professional nursing practice (Level 4, Knowledge Development)
    Prerequisites by Topic
    None appended.
    Course Topics
    • Management of clients with dementia
    • Management of clients with delirium
    • Frailty and geriatric syndromes
    • Transitions in continuum of care within the context of current healthcare economics.
    • Health Care Policy and Health care Reform
    • Current trends and issues in health promotion across the life span
    • Genetics and genomics
    • Issues and trends in quality and safety
    • Professional boundaries
    • Violence in the workplace
    • Trends in judicial and regulatory issues
    • New technology in health care
    Coordinator
    Sharon Morris-Pruitt
  
  • NU 390 - Nursing Research

    3 lecture hours 0 lab hours 3 credits
    Course Description
    This course introduces the student to the concepts of the research process and its application to nursing practice. Emphasis is placed on students becoming knowledgeable consumers of research as they expand their nursing practice. (prereq: MA 315 , NU 3300 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • Examine the role of the nurse in research and development of evidence-based practice (Level 3, Professional Role)
    • Examine the relationship of theory, research, and nursing practice (Level 3, History)
    • Explore techniques to promote evidence-based practice decisions in the practice of nursing (Level 3, Lifelong Learning)
    • Critique a nursing research article (Level 3, Knowledge Development)
    • Compare and contrast quantitative and qualitative research (Level 3, Knowledge Development)
    • Demonstrate application of research findings to client care in a clinical log (Level 3, Knowledge Development)
    • Complete a comprehensive review of the literature (Level 3, Technology and Critical Thinking)
    Prerequisites by Topic
    None appended.
    Course Topics
    • Introduction to Nursing Research
    • Understanding the Research Process and Ethical Issues in Nursing Research
    • Understanding Evidence-Based Practice
    • Selecting and Defining a Problem
    • Applying Appropriate Theories and Conceptual Models
    • Formulating Hypotheses and Research Questions
    • Selecting the Sample and Setting
    • Principles of Measurement
    • Data Collection Methods
    • Analyzing Data
    • Selecting a Quantitative Research Design
    • Selecting a Qualitative Research Design
    • Interpreting and Reporting Research Findings
    • Critiquing Research Reports
    Coordinator
    Debra Jenks
  
  • NU 391 - Pathophysiology II

    4 lecture hours 0 lab hours 4 credits
    Course Description
    This course is the second in a two-part series. This course provides students with an understanding of disease process including etiology, manifestations, diagnosis and treatment modalities. Central concepts of pathophysiology and homeostasis provide the foundation for understanding alterations in: cellular function, cardiovascular function, respiratory function, fluid and electrolyte balance, acid-base balance, and genetics. (prereq: NU 290 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • Understand the molecular basis of health and disease (Level 1, Health Concepts and Knowledge Development)
    • Understand the pathogenesis and sequelae of disease processes (Level 1, Health Concepts and Knowledge Development)
    • Understand the systemic effects of disease processes (Level 1, Health Concepts and Knowledge Development)
    • Understand and identify physiologic compensatory mechanisms brought about by disease processes (Level 1, Health Concepts and Knowledge Development)
    • Understand and identify clinical manifestations of disease processes (Level 1, Health Concepts and Knowledge Development)
    • Understand the diagnostic tests and current treatment modalities for specific disease processes (Level 1, Health Concepts and Knowledge Development)
    • Understand the levels and methods of prevention of specific disease processes (Level 1, Health Concepts and Knowledge Development)
    • Understand the role of genetics in disease processes (Level 1, Health Concepts and Knowledge Development)
    Prerequisites by Topic
    None appended.
    Course Topics
    • Disorders of ventilation and gas exchange
    • Disorders of renal function
    • Disorders of gastrointestinal function
    • Disorders of hepatobilary function and exocrine pancreas function
    • Disorders of endocrine control, diabetes mellitus and metabolic syndrome
    • Disorders of neuromuscular function
    • Disorders of brain function
    • Disorders of special sensory function
    • Disorders of the genitourinary system
    • Disorders of skeletal system
    • Disorders of skin integrity and function
    Coordinator
    Renee Wenzlaff
  
  • NU 485 - Senior Nursing Preceptorship

    2 lecture hours 12 lab hours 6 credits
    Course Description
    This course focuses on the synthesis of professional nursing concepts. Through clinical immersion in a selected area of practice and under mentorship of a preceptor, students transition into the role of the professional nurse. (prereq: NU 4600 , NU 4710 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • Provide competent, caring, holistic nursing care through analytical use of the nursing process (Level 4, Nursing Care)
    • Synthesize research findings and knowledge from the humanities and sciences into professional nursing practice (Level 4, Knowledge Development)
    • Provide leadership when collaborating with other health care team members (Level 4, Leadership)
    • Consistently employ appropriate and effective communication skills in nursing practice (Level 4, Communication)
    • Integrate principles of health promotion, maintenance and health restoration to empower clients to achieve optimal health (Level 3, Health Concepts)
    • Integrate knowledge gained from historical perspectives into one’s nursing practice (Level 4, History)
    • Assume a professional role that is responsive to the needs of society (Level 4, Professional Role)
    • Establish a pattern of lifelong learning (Level 4, Life-long Learning)
    • Integrate appropriate technology when providing professional nursing care (Level 4, Technology)
    • Integrate critical thinking skills in the clinical arena (Level 4, Critical Thinking)
    Prerequisites by Topic
    None appended.
    Course Topics
    • Reflective practice
    • Caring
    • Emotional Intelligence
    • Transitioning to practice
    • Graduate Nurse Interviewing
    Laboratory Topics
    • Clinical Focus: Clinical Immersion
    Coordinator
    Josanne Wollenhaupt
  
  • NU 499 - Independent Study

    1 lecture hours 0 lab hours 1 credits
    Course Description
    This course allows the student, with faculty guidance, to concentrate on an approved subject not covered in regularly scheduled courses. This may take the form of individual or small group supervised study, literature survey, analysis, design or clinical study. A final written report, the format of which is left to the discretion of the faculty advisor, is required at the end of the term. (prereq: junior standing, up to three credits may be taken with approval of department chair or program director)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • Course outcomes and evaluation criteria are determined by course faculty
    Prerequisites by Topic
    None appended.
    Course Topics
    None appended.
    Coordinator
    Debra L. Jenks
  
  • NU 2010 - Health Assessment of the Individual

    3 lecture hours 6 lab hours 5 credits
    Course Description
    This course provides the student with the knowledge and skills necessary to perform health assessments of individual clients, of all ages, using the functional health patterns as a framework. Emphasis is placed on conducting a comprehensive health history using effective communication skills, physical examination inclusive of diagnostic tests and identification of normal lab values. Student are expected to critically reflect on the manner in which their assessments are obtained and communicated. Opportunities are provided to apply assessment skills in a variety of settings. (prereq: CH 2260 , NU 200 , SS 462 , TC 452 , NU 210 , NU 220 , BI 256 , BI 172  (C grade), BI 273  (C grade), BI 274  (C grade), MS 1850 , SS 460 ; coreq: NU 2320 , NU 290 , NU 2810 )
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • Perform a complete health assessment of an individual adult client using the functional health patterns as a framework (Level 2, Nursing Care)
    • Differentiate health assessment techniques and findings with clients across the life span (Level 2, Nursing Care)
    • Communicate effectively with clients when collecting assessment data (Level 2, Communication)
    • Critically reflect on the manner in which a health assessment in obtained (Level 2, Critical Thinking)
    • Record accurately and specify health assessment findings (Level 2, Critical Thinking)
    • Discuss relevant nursing literature related to health assessments (Level 2, Knowledge Development)
    • Distinguish normal assessment findings from abnormal findings (Level 2, Nursing Care).
    • Assume responsibility and accountability for learning (Level 2, Life-long Learning).
    Prerequisites by Topic
    None appended.
    Course Topics
    • Health Assessment
    • Interview and History
    • Comprehensive Physical Assessment guided by Functional Health Patterns
    • Documentation
    • Health Assessment of the Newborn and infant
    • Health Assessment of children and adolescents
    • Health Assessment of the older adult
    • Health Assessment of the pregnant adult
    • Lab values and diagnostics
    • Summary Analysis of health assessment findings
    • Case studies
    Laboratory Topics
    • Grohmann Museum
    • Health History
    • Physical Assessment
    • Off Campus Experiences: Well-Elder, Newborn and Daycare Assessment
    Coordinator
    Jessica Barkimer
  
  • NU 2011 - Health Concepts and Health Assessment

    4 lecture hours 6 lab hours 6 credits
    Course Description
    This course prepares nursing students for the role of the professional registered nurse and provides the student with the knowledge and skills necessary to perform a health assessment of individual clients of all ages. Emphasis is placed on understanding professional nursing practice in context of its social contract with society, learning the nursing process, and Gordon’s functional health patterns. Student conducts a comprehensive health history using effective communication skills and physical examination inclusive of diagnostic tests and identification of normal lab values. Opportunities are provided to apply assessment skills in a variety of settings. Students apply the functional health patterns in the development of a behavioral change project to promote their own health. (prereq: acceptance into Accelerated Second DegreeB.S. in Nursing (ASDBSN) program)
    Course Learning Outcomes
    Upon successful completion of this course, the student will be able to:
    • Discuss factors that promote healthy lifestyles and prevent illness for individuals across the lifespan (Level 2, Health Concepts)
    • Explore the components of the nursing process (Level 2, Nursing Care)
    • Apply and analyze personal health behavior using a health model (Level 2, Health Concepts)
    • Discuss Functional Health Patterns as a framework for health assessment (Level 2, Nursing Care)
    • Apply the role of the nurse as a member of the health care system (Level 2, Professional Role)
    • Demonstrate accountability and responsibility for self-directed learning (Level 2, Life-long Learning)
    • Perform a complete health assessment of an individual adult client using the functional health patterns as a framework (Level 2, Nursing Care)
    • Differentiate health assessment techniques and findings with clients across the life span (Level 2, Nursing Care)
    • Communicate effectively with clients when collecting assessment data (Level 2 Communication)
    • Critically reflect on the manner in which a health assessment is obtained (Level 2, Critical Thinking)
    • Record accurately and specifically health assessment findings (Level 2, Critical Thinking)
    • Discuss relevant nursing literature related to health assessments (Level 2, Knowledge Development)
    • Distinguish normal assessment findings from abnormal findings (Level 2, Nursing Care)
    Prerequisites by Topic
    None appended.
    Course Topics
    • Introduction of Health Concepts and Health Assessment
    • Health/Change Models
    • Behavior Change Project
    • Professional Nursing Practice
    • Introduction of Health Assessment
    • Interview and History
    • Comprehensive Physical Assessment guided by Functional Health Patterns
    • Documentation
    • Health Assessment of the Newborn and infant
    • Health Assessment of children and adolescents
    • Health Assessment of the older adult
    • Health Assessment of the pregnant adult
    • Lab values and diagnostics
    • Summary Analysis of health assessment findings
    • Case studies
    • Nursing Process: Assessment & Diagnosis, Outcomes, Interventions, Evaluation
    Laboratory Topics
    • Grohmann Museum
    • Health History
    • Physical Assessment
    • Off Campus Experiences: Well-Elder, Newborn and Daycare Assessment
    Coordinator
    Debra Jenks
 

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