Florida International University Curriculum Committee Bulletin

Curriculum Committee Bulletin #6 April 29, 2005

The following curriculum information is presented to the University Community for its consideration.  In accordance with the procedures of the University Curriculum Committee, objections to all proposed new courses, programs, or program/course modifications should be communicated, in writing, within two weeks of the publication date of this bulletin, to Professor Rosalie Hallbauer, College of Business (Curriculum Committee), Professor Leonard Bliss, College of Education (Graduate Council), or Professor Barbara Roller, College of Arts & Sciences (Undergraduate Council).

JOINT HEARING

NAME:                    MASTER OF SCIENCE IN HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGEMENT
COLLEGE:           College of Business
DEPARTMENT:  Management and International Business
DATE:                    Friday, May 13, 2005
TIME:                      10:00-10:45 AM
PLACE:                 GL 150 University Park, ACI-306 Biscayne Bay Campus
CONTACT:            Juan Sanchez               Joint Hearing:  Graduate Council and Curriculum Committee

GRADUATE COUNCIL HEARINGS

NAME:                   GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
COLLEGE:            College of Engineering
DEPARTMENT:   Mechanical and Materials Engineering
DATE:                    Friday, May 13, 2005
TIME:                      10:45-11:15 AM
PLACE:                  GL 150 University Park, ACI-306 Biscayne Bay Campus
CONTACT:            Yiding Cao                                                                             Graduate Council Hearing Only

NAME:                    GRADUATE CERTIFICATE IN SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES
COLLEGE:            College of Arts & Sciences
DEPARTMENT:   Sociology/Anthropology
DATE:                    Friday, May 13, 2005
TIME:                      11:15-11:45 AM
PLACE:                  GL150 University Park, ACI-306 Biscayne Bay Campus
CONTACT:            Laura Ogden                                                                         Graduate Council Hearing Only

NOTICE OF A GRADUATE PARTNERSHIP DEGREE PROGRAM - No Hearing Required
MALACS Partnership Degree with the Western Hemisphere Institute for Security Cooperation
College of Arts & Sciences - Department of Latin American and Caribbean Center
Proposed Implementation Date:  July 1, 2005
Faculty Contact:  Michael Collier

FIU Graduate Catalog Entry:
An agreement between FIU and the U.S. Army's Western Hemisphere Institute for Security Cooperation (WHINSEC) allows WHINSEC Command and General Staff Officer Course graduate to transfer 15 WHINSEC credits toward the MALACS degree completion requirements.  Students will receive a MALACS concentration in Foreign Policy and Security Studies from WHINSEC courses.  Students wishing to take advantage of this partnership must be accepted into the MALACS program through normal application procedures.  Once accepted, students are required to take 15 credit hours of MALACS courses including LAS 6003, LAS 6930, an approved research methods course, and two breadth courses in at least to MALACS concentrations other than Foreign Policy and Security Studies.  WHINSEC students must also complete a MALACS exit option (6 credits hours) and meet MALACS language proficiency requirements.  Additional information on the WHINSEC partnership degree program is available on the MALACS web site.

CURRICULUM CHANGES LISTED BY COLLEGES/SCHOOLS/DEPARTMENTS:

COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES:  SCHOOL OF COMPUTER SCIENCE - Ph. D. Changes
Faculty contact:  Raimund Ege

Current Program Proposed Program
Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Science Doctor of Philosophy in Computer Science

Admission
1.  A baccalaureate or master's degree in Computer Science, or equivalent degree in a related field as judged by the School's Graduate Committee
2.  A minimum of 'B' average on all upper division work and acceptable courses in Calculus and Statistics
3.  GRE (general test), score of 1120 (verbal and quantitative combined), with a minimum quantitative score of 650.  The TOEFL must be at least 550.  GRE must have been taken within the past five years and TOEEFL within the past two years.
4.  Three letters of recommendation from persons in a position to judge the applicant's potential for advanced graduate study in computer science.
5.  Approval of the school of Computer Science Graduate Committee. 
A maximum of 36 computer science related graduate semester hours earned elsewhere as part of an earned graduate degree may be transferred to FIU 

Required Courses
All students must complete the following courses and receive a grade of 'B' or higher in each:

CEN 5011  Software Engineering                                3
CEN 6501  Distributed Processing                              3
COP 5621  Compiler Construction                               3
COP 6611  Advanced Operating Systems                  3
COP 6727  Advanced Database Systems                  3
COT 5420  Theory of Computation I                             3
COT 6405  Analysis of Algorithms                                3
COT 6421  Theory of Computation II                            3

Other Requirements:
1.  The students must pass at least six elective courses.  In addition, the student must earn at least 24 dissertation credits.  In total, 90 credits beyond the bachelor's degree are required.
2.  The student must pass the Candidacy Examination, which is an oral examination of the student's knowledge in a broad research area.
3.  The student must pass the Preliminary Examination which is an oral examination of his or her dissertation proposal.
4.  The student must write a dissertation on his or her research and successfully defend it orally in the Dissertation Defense.
5.  The student must spend at least one academic year in full-time residence.  Normally, this will be after passing the Candidacy Examination.

Admission
The following are in addition to the University's graduate admission requirements.
1.  A baccalaureate or master's degree in Computer Science, or equivalent degree in a related field as judged by the School's Graduate Committee
2.  A minimum of 'B' average on all upper division work and acceptable courses in Calculus and Statistics
3.  GRE (general test), score of 1120 (verbal and quantitative combined), with a minimum quantitative score of 650. 
4.  Three letters of recommendation from persons in a position to judge the applicant's potential for advanced graduate study in computer science.
5.  Approval of the school of Computer Science Graduate Committee. 

Required Courses
All students must complete the following courses and receive a grade of 'B' or higher in each

CEN 5011  Software Engineering*                                3
COP 5621  Compiler Construction                                3
COP 5XXX  Operating Systems*                                  3
COP 5XXX  Principles of Database Mgmt Systems* 3
COT 5420  Theory of Computation I*                            3
COT 5XXX  Introduction to Algorithms*                         3

*may be substituted with corresponding 6000-level advanced course with approval of graduate advisor.

Other Requirements
1.  The student must pass at least six elective courses, for a total of 36 semester credit hours of course work.  In addition, the student must earn at least 24 dissertation credit hours, and 2 credit hours of a seminar course.  In total, 75 credit hours beyond the bachelor's degree are required.
2.  The student must pass the Candidacy Examination, which is an oral examination of the student's knowledge in a broad research area.
3.  The student must pass the Preliminary Examination which is an oral examination of his or her dissertation proposal.
4.  The student must write a dissertation on his or her research and successfully defend it orally in the Dissertation Defense.
5.  The student must spend at least one academic year in full-time residence.  Normally, this will be after passing the Candidacy Examination.

COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES:  SCHOOL OF COMPUTER SCIENCES - CHANGES IN THE ACCELERATED MS PROGRAM
Faculty Contact:  Raimund Ege

Current Program Proposed Program
Accelerated Master of Science in Computer Science Accelerated Master of Science in Computer Science

Admission Requirements
1.  Current enrollment in the Bachelor's Degree program in Computer Science at FIU
2.  Completed at least 60 credits of coursework
3.  Current GPA must be a 3.3 or higher
4.  GRE general test score of 1000 (verbal and quantitative combined), with a minimum quantitative score of 600
5.  Three letters of recommendation
6.  Approval of the Graduate Committee

General Requirements
Complete Bachelor's degree in Computer Science at FIU

Coursework:

Required Courses
Required courses must be completed with an average of 'B' or higher, and only one course may receive a grade less than 'B-'

CEN 5011  Advanced Software Engineering
COP 6545  Advanced Database Management
COP 6611  Advanced Operating Systems
COT 5420  Theory of Computation I
COT 6405  Analysis of Algorithms

Elective:
5 courses selected from the SCS Graduate Course Offerings.

Overlap:
Up to 4 courses (12 credits) may be used in satisfying both the Bachelor's and Master's degree requirements.
The courses must be from the following list:

CAP 5602  Introduction to Artificial Intelligence 
CEN 5011  Advanced Software Engineering
CEN 5120  Expert Systems
COP 5621  Complier Construction
COT 5420  Theory of Computation I

Admission Requirements
1.  Current enrollment in the Bachelor's Degree program in Computer Science at FIU
2.  Completed at least 60 credits of coursework
3.  Current GPA must be a 3.3 or higher
4.  GRE general test score of 1000 (verbal and quantitative combined), with a minimum quantitative score of 600
5.  Three letters of recommendation
6.  Approval of the Graduate Committee

General Requirements
The FIU Bachelor's degree in Computer Science must be awarded before the Master's Degree

Coursework:

Required Courses:
Required courses must be completed with an average of 'B' or higher, and only one course may receive a grade less than 'B-'

CEN 5011  Advanced Software Engineering
COP 5XXX  Principles of Database Mgmt Systems
COP 5XXX  Operating Systems
COT 5420  Theory of Computation I
COT 5XXX  Introduction to Algorithms

Elective:
5 courses selected from the SCS Graduate Course Offerings.

Overlap:
Up to 4 courses (12 credits) may be used in satisfying both the Bachelor's and Master's degree requirements.

The courses must be regular 5000-level computer science graduate courses intended for graduate majors.


 

COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES:  ENGLISH:  CHANGES TO THE B. A.
Faculty Contact:  Kathryn McKinley

OLD MAJOR

NEW MAJOR

LOWER DIVISION REQUIREMENTS

LOWER DIVISION REQUIREMENTS

Common Prerequisites

ENC 1101 Freshman Composition
ENC 1102 Literary Analysis

Recommended Courses

ENG 2012 Approaches to Literature
AML 2011 Survey of American Literature I
AML 2022 Survey of American Literature II
ENL 2012 Survey of British Literature I
ENL 2022 Survey of British Literature II
To qualify for admission into the program, FIU undergraduates must have met all the lower division requirements including CLAST, completed 60 semester hours, and be otherwise accepted into the program.

Common Prerequisites

ENC 1101 Freshman Composition
ENC 1102 Literary Analysis

Recommended Courses

ENG 2012 Approaches to Literature
AML 2011 Survey of American Literature I
AML 2022 Survey of American Literature II
ENL 2012 Survey of British Literature I
ENL 2022 Survey of British Literature II
To qualify for admission into the program, FIU undergraduates must have met all the lower division requirements including CLAST, completed 60 semester hours, and be otherwise accepted into the program.

UPPER DIVISION REQUIREMENTS     

 
(30 hours in 3000- and 4000-level courses)      

Period Courses
(Two courses, six hours)             
a) One course in British literature before 1800
or one course in American literature before 1860  
b) One course in British literature after 1800
or one course in American literature after 1860
NOTE: The Department may designate specific courses each semester which will fulfill these requirements.

Shakespeare: (One course, 3 hours)
ENL 4320               Shakespeare: Histories
ENL 4321               Shakespeare: Comedies
ENL 4322               Shakespeare: Tragedies

Linguistics: (One course, three hours):
LIN 3013                Introduction to Linguistics 
LIN 4680                Modern English Grammar                                  

Electives (18) Upper division electives in writing, film, literature, and/or linguistics. The English Department recognizes a continuing obligation to insure that its majors write well.  The Chairperson may require any English major to take the appropriate composition course.  English majors may choose to take a general program of English studies or may select one of the Department’s three areas of emphasis: literature, language and linguistics, or creative writing.  Majors should choose their English courses and electives in consultation with their advisors, especially upon entering the program. 

Additional Approved Electives: 30

 

UPPER DIVISION REQUIREMENTS     

(36 hours in 3000- and 4000-level courses)

One course within each of the following seven areas or historical periods:

Medieval Literature (to 1500)
British Literature 1500-1660 OR Shakespeare 
British Literature 1660-1900
Modern British Literature (1900 to Present) 
American Literature to 1860 
American Literature from 1860 
Multicultural Literature (African American, Jewish, literature of exile, etc.)

(Note: This list of periods/areas is not a list of course titles; students should visit the English Dept. office (or go online to www.fiu.edu/~english/advisement.htm) for a list of courses which will fulfill each period/area requirement.)

Linguistics: (One course, three hours):
LIN 3013                Introduction to Linguistics 
LIN 4680                Modern English Grammar Electives (12) Upper division electives in writing, film, literature, and/or linguistics. The English Department recognizes a continuing obligation to insure that its majors write well.  The Chairperson may require any English major to take the appropriate composition course.  English majors may choose to take a general program of English studies or may select one of the Department’s three areas of emphasis: literature, language and linguistics, or creative writing.  Majors should choose their English courses and electives in consultation with their advisors, especially upon entering the program. 

Additional Approved Electives: 24                   

 COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES - EARTH SCIENCES:  CHANGE IN THE MS & Ph. D:  GEOSCIENCES
Faculty Contact:  Dean Whitman

Old description New Description (Changes Highlighted)

Master of Science in Geology
The Master of Science degree is conferred upon successful completion of the requirements (listed below) of either the Thesis Track or Non-Thesis Track option of the degree program.

Thesis Track: Course Requirements: 36 credits, including:
GLY 5931/GLY 6931, Graduate Seminar                             2
Courses in field of specialization                                       18
GLY 6971, Thesis                                                             6
Electives                                                                        10
Courses in the field of specialization and electives are chosen by the student in close consultation with a faculty advisor. These courses are selected to fit the student’s particular professional goals and to ensure sufficient depth and breadth of geological knowledge.

Thesis Track: Graduation Requirements
1. A minimum GPA of 3.0 in all coursework counted toward the 36 credits required for the Master’s degree.

2. Satisfactory completion and defense of a thesis proposal and an original research thesis.

Non-Thesis Track: Course Requirements:
36 credits, including:
Courses in field of specialization                                     18
Electives                                                                       18
Electives may include at most 3 credits of Supervised Research (GLY 6910) leading to a research paper.

Non-Thesis Track: Graduation Requirements:
A minimum GPA of 3.0 in all course work counted toward the 36 credits required for the Master’s degree.

Doctor of Philosophy in Geology
The Doctor of Philosophy in Geology is conferred based on satisfactory completion of required course work, a demonstrated mastery of a broad field of knowledge, and the ability to conduct original and independent research. A minimum of 90 credit hours beyond the Bachelor’s degree is required for the Ph.D. A minimum of 24 credit hours are devoted to research toward the Ph.D. Dissertation. A maximum of 30 credit hours may be transferred from other graduate programs with the approval of the  Departmental Graduate Committee.

Course Requirements

GLY 5931/GLY 6931, Graduate Seminars                          2
Formal graduate level courses (non-research courses chosen in consultation with the major advisor)                                  30
GLY 7980, Ph.D. Dissertation                                          24
The remaining 34 credits may be either formal graduate level courses or independent study and special projects, selected in consultation with the major advisor.

Graduation Requirements
1. A minimum GPA of 3.0 in all course work required for the Ph.D. degree.

2. Satisfactory performance on qualifying examinations on general geologic knowledge and the field of subspecialization. Failure to pass this examination will terminate the student’s enrollment in the program.

3. Completion and successful defense of a dissertation.  Members of the dissertation committee will be jointly determined by the student’s advisor and the Graduate Admission Committee.


 

Master of Science in Geosciences
The Master of Science degree is conferred upon successful completion of the requirements (listed below) of either the Thesis Track or Non-Thesis Track option of the degree program.

 

Thesis Track: Course Requirements: 30 credits, including:
GLY 5931/GLY 6931, Graduate Seminars                             2
Courses in field of specialization                                         18
Electives                                                                            4
GLY 6971, Thesis                                                               6
Courses in the field of specialization and electives are chosen by the student in close consultation with a faculty advisor. These courses are selected to fit the student’s particular professional goals and to ensure sufficient depth and breadth of geological knowledge.

Thesis Track: Graduation Requirements
1. A minimum GPA of 3.0 in all coursework counted toward the 30 credits required for the Master’s degree.

2. Satisfactory completion and defense of a thesis proposal and an original research thesis.

Non-Thesis Track: Course Requirements:
30 credits, including:
Courses in field of specialization                                 18
Electives                                                                   12
Electives may include at most 3 credits of Supervised Research (GLY 6910) leading to a research paper.

Non-Thesis Track: Graduation Requirements:
A minimum GPA of 3.0 in all course work counted toward the 30 credits required for the Master’s degree.

Doctor of Philosophy in Geosciences
The Doctor of Philosophy in Geology is conferred based  on satisfactory completion of required course work, a demonstrated mastery of a broad field of knowledge, and the ability to conduct original and independent research. A minimum of 75 credit hours beyond the Bachelor’s degree is required for the Ph.D. A minimum of 24 credit hours are devoted to research toward the Ph.D. Dissertation. A maximum of 36 graduate credit hours of formal lecture courses earned as part of a graduate degree from another accredited program may be transferred with the approval of the major advisor and Graduate Program Director.

Course Requirements

GLY 5931/GLY 6931, Graduate Seminars                               2
Formal graduate level courses (non-research courses chosen in consultation with the major advisor)                                       30
GLY 7980, Ph.D. Dissertation                                              24
The remaining credits may be either formal graduate level courses or independent study and special projects, selected in consultation with the major advisor.

Graduation Requirements
1. A minimum GPA of 3.0 in all course work required for the Ph.D. degree.

2. Satisfactory performance on qualifying examinations on general geologic knowledge and the field of subspecialization.

3. Successful presentation of a research proposal and oral examination before the dissertation committee in the candidacy examination

4. Completion and successful defense of a dissertation.

COLLEGES OF ARTS & SCIENCES - PHILOSOPHY:  CHANGES TO THE BA IN PHILOSOPHY
Faculty Contact:  Kenton Harris

CURRENT PROPOSED
PHI 2011 (Philosophical Analysis:  An Introduction to the Problems of Philosophy) and introduction to philosophy courses taken at other institutions may not be used to fulfill major requirements. PHI 2011 (Philosophical Analysis:  An Introduction to the Problems of Philosophy) and introduction to philosophy courses taken at other institutions may be used to fulfill major requirements.

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION - EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP & POLICY STUDIES - CHANGE TO THE MS IN INTERNATIONAL/INTERCULTURAL EDUCATION
Faculty Contact:  Kilary Landorf
 

Old Program New Program
Program Name:  Master of Science in International Development Education Program Name:  Master of Science in International/ Intercultural Education

The Masters of Science degree in International Development Education (IIDE) is designed to provide graduate training to students interested in educational development within the contexts of a changing society.  This program places special emphasis on planning, management, research, and evaluation skills.  Such skills are developed in relation to a specific area of educational specialization and with a special emphasis on understanding the influence of the social context of education on educational development and change.

Admission Requirements
To be admitted into the master’s degree program in International Development Education (IDE), a student must have (a) a bachelor’s degree from an accredited U.S. institute or its equivalent for international students, (b) a 3.0 GPA or higher for the last 60 hours of upper-division coursework (c) three letters of recommendation, and (d) an autobiographical statement.

Degree Requirements
The Master’s program requires the completion of a minimum of 36 semester hours of course work at the graduate level with a 3.0 GPA.  A maximum of six semester hours of graduate work may be transferred to the program from other universities.  The 36 semester hours are to be completed in accordance with the program curriculum.

Language Requirement
The student must demonstrate competency in the use of a modern language, other than English, prior to graduation.  International students may demonstrate competency in their native language.  Language courses will not count for credit toward program completion.

Required Program (36 minimum)
The IIDE program blends together theoretical foundations and methodological perspectives.  Graduate students are exposed to the role of the social, political, economic, scientific and cultural sectors in educational development.  Research and analytical skills are provided to insure student’s ability to define, gather, analyze and evaluate data for project management and decision-making.  Planning and applied courses are designed to provide the professional competencies for
project development and evaluation, training programs and understanding current and future-oriented policy issues and problems in education.

Foundations of Education (6)
EDF 6608 Social, Philosophical and Historical Foundations of Education
EDF 6211 Psychological Foundations of Education

Social Context of Education and Development (6)
EDF 5812 National Education Systems: A Comparative Analysis
EDF 6852  Educational Development Issues in Context: A Multidisciplinary Perspective

Educational Research and Evaluation Methods (3)
EDF 5481  Foundations of Educational Research

Educational Policy, Planning, Implementation/ Management and
Evaluation Skills
EDF 6636  Intercultural Studies: A Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis
EDF 6654 Macro- and Micro-Planning in Education
EDF 6850  International Development Education:  Contemporary Planning Models and Techniques
Electives: (6)
The student will select, with advisor’s permission, a minimum of six semester hours from the following courses:
EDF 6651  IDE: Educational Technology, Planning and Assessment
EDF 5707  Cross-Cultural Studies in Education
EDF 6906  Directed Study in IDE
EDF 6850 Intercultural Ed: National and International Perspectives
EDF 5851  Socio/Cultural Conflict in Educational Change
EDF 5955 Field Study Abroad

Thesis Option (3-9 credit hours)
The final curricular requirement is
a thesis which facilitates the integration of theoretical and practical knowledge acquired throughout the program.  The thesis topic is selected and developed in consultation with a faculty advisor and an ad-hoc thesis committee.  The thesis demonstrates the student’s ability to apply analytical, conceptual and technical skills to a specific educational development problem of domestic, regional and international significance.

Non-thesis Option (by petition only)
A student shall complete 36 credit hours of course-work, approved by her or his supervisory committee.  The candidate is required to write a comprehensive/interdisciplinary paper to test the student’s general ability in integrating the disciplinary sources of International Intercultural
Development Education.  The topic for the paper is given near the end of the candidate’s final semester by a committee composed of three faculty members appointed by the IIDE Graduate Program/DepartmentThe student has one week to accomplish the task.  If the committee considers the paper insufficient, the student may rewrite the paper only once until one semester has elapsed or until additional work prescribed by the committee is completed.

Dual Specialties
Students have the opportunity to gain basic expertise in other fields such as (1) economics, sociology, anthropology, international relations, business administration, etc. 2) adult education, administration and supervisions, community college and higher education, curriculum and instruction; 3)comparative education; 4)intercultural communication and systems consultation; 5) the social contexts of education and development; or 6) any other field of interest approved by the faculty advisor.  The student shall complete 24 hours in IDE
and he/she will select, with advisor’s permission, a minimum of 12 semester hours from courses available in one of the following areas:
      A content area of educational specialization
      Comparative/Intercultural Education
      Social, Cultural, Technological, Scientific, Economic and/or
      Political Context of Development
    Course in any other area of special interest to the student
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Masters of Science degree in International/ Intercultural Education (IIE) is designed to provide graduate training to students interested in understanding the processes of globalization, the global environment, and the responsibilities of citizenship in an increasingly interdependent world. The program places emphasis on training in cross-cultural communication and exchange, international development, and educational practice in a global context.

Admission Requirements
To be admitted into the master’s degree program in International/Intercultural Education (IIE), a student must have (a) a bachelor’s degree from an accredited U.S. institute or its equivalent for international students, (b) a 3.0 GPA or higher for the last 60 hours of upper-division coursework (c) three letters of recommendation, and (d) an autobiographical statement.

Degree Requirements
The Master’s program requires the completion of a minimum of 33 semester hours of course work at the graduate level with a 3.0 GPA.  A maximum of six semester hours of graduate work may be transferred to the program from other universities.  The 33 semester hours are to be completed in accordance with the program curriculum.

Required Program (33 minimum)
The IIE program blends together theoretical foundations and methodological perspectives.  Graduate students are exposed to the role of the social, political, economic, scientific and cultural sectors in education worldwide.  Research and analytical skills are provided to insure student’s ability to define, gather, analyze and evaluate data for project management and decision-making.  Applied courses are designed to provide the professional competencies for
academic research, teaching and administration, and employment in foundations, non-governmental organizations, governmental institutions, businesses and corporations.

Foundations of Education (9)
EDF 5481: Foundations of Research

One Teaching and Learning Course, such as:
EDF 6211: Psychological Foundations of Education
ADE 5385: Adult Teaching and Learning
TSL 5245: Developing Language and Literacy
SSE 5381: Developing a Global Perspective
EDP 7504: Educational Psychology in Cross-     
                 Cultural Contexts
EDF 6636: Intercultural Studies

One Social Foundations Course, such as:
EDF 6608: Social, Philosophical and Historical
                  Foundations of Education
EDF 6766: Education, the Environment, and
Sustainable Futures

Core (6)
EDF 6852: Educational Development Issues in  
                  Context
EDF 6658: Selected Topics in International Development Education

GeoCultural Area (6)

The purpose of this requirement is to give the student a foundation in the culture, politics, and history of an area or region. The student will select two courses that relate to his/her area of interest. Courses must be approved by the advisor. Examples include:

AFH 5935: Topics in African History
INR 5086: Islam in International Relations
LAH 5935: Topics in Latin American History
LAS 6003: Survey of Latin America
CPO 5325: Politics of the Caribbean
CPO 6105: Politics of the European Union
CPO 6206: Seminar in African Politics
CPO 6350: Seminar in Brazilian Politics
CPO 6407: Seminar in Politics of the Middle East

Policy (3)

This course is selected in consultation with the advisor from the College of Education. Possible courses include:

EDH 7401: Higher Education and Public Policy
EDF 7402: Higher Education and State Policy
EDA 7288: Politics of Education
EDG 7692 - Politics of Curriculum

Areas of Interest – 9 hours

Students in IIE go into a number of areas for work and study.  Primary among these are Cross-Cultural Communication and Contact, International and Comparative Education, and Global Change and Sustainable Futures.  The areas of interest courses are designed to allow the student to develop their area of concentration.  When combined with other IIE courses, students should have enough hours to satisfy community college teaching requirements.  To complete this requirement, students must choose one area of interest and take three courses selected in consultation with and approved by the advisor. Examples include:

1. Global Change and Sustainable Futures

ECO 5709   World Economy 
ECS 5027   Economic Development of Emerging
                   Nations
EVR 5320   Environmental Resource Management
INR  5036  Politics of Globalization
INR  5607  International Relations and
                   Development
INR  5087  Ethnicity and the Politics of
                   Development
SYD 6236   International Migration and Refugees 
SYP 5447   Sociology of International Development
MAN 6746  Global Environmental Management
EDF 7937   Advanced Topics in Social Foundations
                   of Education
EDF 6906   Directed Study in International
                   Development Education

2. International and Comparative Education

EDF 5812  National Educational Systems: A
                  Comparative Analysis
EDF 6850  Intercultural Educational: National and
                  International Perspectives
EDF 5820  Latin American Education
EDF 5821  African Educational Systems: A
                  Comparative Approach
SSE 5381  Developing a Global Perspective
SSE 6939  Seminar in Social Studies Education
SSE 6934  Social Studies in Other Nations
INR 5036  Politics of Globalization
GEO 5557 Globalization
INR 6017  Comparative Approaches to Area Studies
                  and Global Issues                   
INR 6019  Seminar in Comparative Area Studies
INR 5087   Ethnicity and the Politics of
                   Development

3. Cross-Cultural Communication and Contact

EDF 5851  Social/Cultural Conflict in Educational
                  Change
EDF 5880  Intercultural Education: National and
                  International Perspectives
EDF 6365  Cultural Identities and Conflict
EDG 5707  Cultural and Cross-Cultural Studies

 

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING  - ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING
BS/MS IN COMPUTER ENGINEERING
Faculty Contact:  Kang Yen

Existing (page 397*) Proposed

Nine Semester: (13)
Computer Engineering Elective                                        3
EEL 4611L Systems Lab                                                  1
EEL 4011  Senior Design II: Project                                2
                   Implementation
COP 4225  Advanced UNIX Programming                     3

                   or              

COP 4226   Advanced Windows Programming         3
EEL 4314   Integrated Circuits and Systems                   3
EEL 4314L Integrated Circuits Lab                                 1
*Humanities and writing: choose 2 from the following:
ARC 2701, HUM 3306, PHI 2600, WHO 2001, EUH 2030, AMH 2002. At least one of the courses must have a history component.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

Nine Semester: (13)
Computer Engineering Elective                                        3
EEL 4611L Systems Lab                                                  1
EEL 4011  Senior Design II: Project                                2
                   Implementation
COP 4225  Advanced UNIX Programming                     3

                   or              

COP 4226   Advanced Windows Programming             3       
EEL 4314   Integrated Circuits and Systems                   3
EEL 4314L Integrated Circuits Lab                                 1
*Humanities and writing: choose 2 from the following:
ARC 2701, HUM 3306, PHI 2600, WHO 2001, EUH 2030, AMH 2002. At least one of the courses must have a history component.

Five Year Accelerated Combined BSCpE/ MSCpE Degree Program     
Students who have completed a minimum of 90 hours towards their Bachelors of Science degree in Computer Engineering and have earned at least a 3.3 GPA on both overall and upper division courses may, upon recommendation from three ECE faculty members, apply to the department to enroll in the combined BS/MS program. Students enrolled in the program may count up to six hours of ECE graduate courses as credits for both the BS and MS degrees. The BS/MS combined program has been designed to be a continuous program. Students in this program will apply for graduation with the BS and MS at the same time once all requirements for both degrees are met. Students will receive a BS degree and a MS degree on the same date. The student’s advisor will insure that appropriate forms are completed and that students do not apply for BS degree graduation until both BS and MS requirements are finished. Upon the completion of BS degree requirement, students may “walk for graduation” with their colleagues without receiving their diploma and/or request a department certificate. Students may also elect to permanently leave the combined program at any time and earn only the BS degree. Once the BS degree is granted, students will have the same access requirements to regular graduate programs as any other student. However, the combined MS degree would not be available to those who elect to leave the combined program.

      Admission into the combined program does not automatically qualify the students for admission into the MS degree program. To enroll in the MS degree program, the students must apply (in their senior year) to the graduate school and meet all graduate admission requirements.

        For each of the graduate courses counted as credits for both BS and MS degree, a minimum grade of B is required. Students enrolled in the program may count up to six credit hours of CpE graduate courses toward the elective engineering BSCpE requirements as well as toward the MSCpE degree. Only graduate courses with formal lectures can be counted for both degrees. The students are responsible for confirming the eligibility of each course with the undergraduate advisor.

       Students interested in the program can consult with the undergraduate advisor on their eligibility to the program. The students should also meet the graduate coordinator to learn about the graduate program and available courses before completing the application form and submitting it to the undergraduate advisor. Applicants will be notified by the department on the decision of their applications.

 

Rationale: The curriculum is updated by providing an opportunity for interested students to enroll in an accelerated Bachelors of Science/ Master of Science program in Computer Engineering.

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING - ELECTRICAL AND COMPUTER ENGINEERING
BS/MS IN COMPUTER ENGINEERING
Faculty Contact:  Kang Yen

Existing (page 332*) Proposed

The above lists may be changed or expanded by the supervisory committee.

Master of Science in Telecommunications and Networking
     The Master of Science in Telecommunications and Networking is intended to educate individuals seeking employment with hardware and ….

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 


 

 

The above lists may be changed or expanded by the supervisory committee.

Five Year Accelerated Combined BSCpE/ MSCpE Degree Program     
Students who have completed a minimum of 90 hours towards their Bachelors of Science degree in Computer Engineering and have earned at least a 3.3 GPA on both overall and upper division courses may, upon recommendation from three ECE faculty members, apply to the department to enroll in the combined BS/MS program. Students enrolled in the program may count up to six hours of ECE graduate courses as credits for both the BS and MS degrees. The BS/MS combined program has been designed to be a continuous program. Students in this program will apply for graduation with the BS and MS at the same time once all requirements for both degrees are met. Students will receive a BS degree and a MS degree on the same date. The student’s advisor will insure that appropriate forms are completed and that students do not apply for BS degree graduation until both BS and MS requirements are finished. Upon the completion of BS degree requirement, students may “walk for graduation” with their colleagues without receiving their diploma and/or request a department certificate. Students may also elect to permanently leave the combined program at any time and earn only the BS degree. Once the BS degree is granted, students will have the same access requirements to regular graduate programs as any other student. However, the combined MS degree would not be available to those who elect to leave the combined program.

      Admission into the combined program does not automatically qualify the students for admission into the MS degree program. To enroll in the MS degree program, the students must apply (in their senior year) to the graduate school and meet all graduate admission requirements.

         For each of the graduate courses counted as credits for both BS and MS degree, a minimum grade of B is required. Students enrolled in the program may count up to six credit hours of CpE graduate courses toward the elective engineering BSCpE requirements as well as toward the MSCpE degree. Only graduate courses with formal lectures can be counted for both degrees. The students are responsible for confirming the eligibility of each course with the undergraduate advisor.

       Students interested in the program can consult with the undergraduate advisor on their eligibility to the program. The students should also meet with the graduate coordinator to learn about the graduate program and available courses before completing the application form and submitting it to the undergraduate advisor. Applicants will be notified by the department on the decision of their applications.

Master of Science in Telecommunications and Networking
     The Master of Science in Telecommunications and Networking is intended to educate individuals seeking employment with hardware and ….

 

Rationale: The curriculum is updated by providing an opportunity for interested students to enroll in an accelerated Bachelors of Science/ Master of Science program in Computer Engineering.

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING - ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING
BS IN ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING/MS IN TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND NETWORKING
Faculty Contact:  Niki Pissinou

Existing (page 332*) Proposed

Management Area:
TCN 5640    Telecommunications Enterprise
                     Planning and Strategy.
TCN 6630    Economics of Telecommunications                    
                     Systems

Policy Area:   
TCN 6820    Telecommunications Industry
                     Development
TCN 6880    Telecommunications Public Policy
                     Development and Standards

Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical Engineering

Admission Requirements
The requirements for admission to the doctoral program in Electrical Engineering are:….

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Management Area:
TCN 5640    Telecommunications Enterprise
                     Planning and Strategy.
TCN 6630    Economics of Telecommunications
                     Systems

Policy Area:   
TCN 6820    Telecommunications Industry
                     Development
TCN 6880    Telecommunications Public Policy
                     Development and Standards

Five Year Accelerated Combined BS in EE/ MS in Telecommunications and Networking Degree Program     
Students who have completed a minimum of 90 hours towards their Bachelors of Science degree in Electrical Engineering and have earned at least a 3.3 GPA on both overall and upper division courses may, upon recommendation from three ECE faculty members, apply to the department to enroll in the combined BS/MS program. Students enrolled in the program may count up to six hours of Telecommunications and Networking graduate courses as credits for both the BS and MS degrees. The BS/MS combined program has been designed to be a continuous program. Students in this program will apply for graduation with the BS and MS at the same time once all requirements for both degrees are met. Students will receive a BS degree and a MS degree on the same date. The student’s advisor will insure that appropriate forms are completed and that students do not apply for BS degree graduation until both BS and MS requirements are finished. Upon the completion of BS degree requirement, students may “walk for graduation” with their colleagues without receiving their diploma and/or request a department certificate. Students may also elect to permanently leave the combined program at any time and earn only the BS degree. Once the BS degree is granted, students will have the same access requirements to regular graduate programs as any other student. However, the combined MS degree would not be available to those who elect to leave the combined program.

      Admission into the combined program does not automatically qualify the students for admission into the MS degree program. To enroll in the MS degree program, the students must apply (in their senior year) to the graduate school and meet all graduate admission requirements.

    Undergraduate students enrolled in the program are encouraged to seek employment with a department faculty to work as student assistants on sponsored research projects.

     For each of the graduate courses counted as credits for both BS and MS degree, a minimum grade of B is required. Students enrolled in the program may count up to six credit hours of Telecommunications and Networking graduate courses toward the EE electives required for the BSEE as well as toward the MS in Telecommunications and Networking degree. Only graduate courses with formal lectures can be counted for both degrees. The students are responsible for confirming the eligibility of each course with the undergraduate advisor.

       Students interested in the program can consult with the undergraduate advisor on their eligibility to the program. The students should also meet with the graduate coordinator to learn about the graduate program and available courses before completing the application form and submitting it to the undergraduate advisor. Applicants will be notified by the department on the decision of their applications.

Doctor of Philosophy in Electrical Engineering

Admission Requirements
The requirements for admission to the doctoral program in Electrical Engineering are:….

 

Rationale: The curriculum is updated by providing an opportunity for interested students to enroll in an accelerated Bachelors of Science in Electrical Engineering / Master of Science program in Telecommunications and Networking.

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING - ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING
BS IN ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING/MS IN TELECOMMUNICATIONS AND NETWORKING
Faculty Contact:  Niki Pissinow

Existing (page 396*) Proposed

Ninth Semester: (16)
EE Elective II (same specialization as EE Elective I      3
EEL 4011   Senior Design II: Project                              2
                   Implementation     
EGN 3321  Dynamics                                                      3
EEL 4314    Integrated Circuits and Systems                  3
EEL 4314L  Integrated Circuit Lab                                 1
Adv. Humanities/Social Science/Technical Elective       3
*Humanities and writing: choose 2 from the following:
ARC 2701, HUM 3306, PHI 2600, WHO 2001, EUH 2030, AMH 2002. At least on of the courses must have a history component.

Bachelors of Science in Computer Engineering
The curriculum structure provides an in depth study in the major areas of computer engineering by….

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Ninth Semester: (16)
EE Elective II (same specialization as EE Elective I      3
EEL 4011   Senior Design II: Project                              2
                   Implementation     
EGN 3321  Dynamics                                                      3
EEL 4314    Integrated Circuits and Systems                  3
EEL 4314L  Integrated Circuit Lab                                 1
Adv. Humanities/Social Science/Technical Elective       3
*Humanities and writing: choose 2 from the following:
ARC 2701, HUM 3306, PHI 2600, WHO 2001, EUH 2030, AMH 2002. At least on of the courses must have a history component.

Five Year Accelerated Combined Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering / Master of Science in Electrical Engineering
Students who have completed a minimum of 90 hours towards their Bachelors of Science degree in Electrical Engineering and have earned at least a 3.3 GPA on both overall and upper division courses may, upon recommendation from three ECE faculty members, apply to the department to enroll in the combined BS/MS program. Students enrolled in the program may count up to six hours of ECE graduate courses as credits for both the BS and MS degrees. The BS/MS combined program has been designed to be a continuous program. Students in this program will apply for graduation with the BS and MS at the same time once all requirements for both degrees are met. Students will receive a BS degree and a MS degree on the same date. The student’s advisor will insure that appropriate forms are completed and that students do not apply for BS degree graduation until both BS and MS requirements are finished. Upon the completion of BS degree requirement, students may “walk for graduation” with their colleagues without receiving their diploma and/or request a department certificate. Students may also elect to permanently leave the combined program at any time and earn only the BS degree. Once the BS degree is granted, students will have the same access requirements to regular graduate programs as any other student. However, the combined MS degree would not be available to those who elect to leave the combined program.

      Admission into the combined program does not automatically qualify the students for admission into the MS degree program. To enroll in the MS degree program, the students must apply (in their senior year) to the graduate school and meet all graduate admission requirements.

       For each of the graduate courses counted as credits for both BS and MS degree, a minimum grade of B is required. Students enrolled in the program may count up to six credit hours of EE graduate courses toward the engineering electives required for the BSEE as well as toward the MSEE. Only graduate courses with formal lectures can be counted for both degrees. The students are responsible for confirming the eligibility of each course with the undergraduate advisor.

       Students interested in the program can consult with the undergraduate advisor on their eligibility to the program. The students should also meet with the graduate coordinator to learn about the graduate program and available courses before completing the application form and submitting it to the undergraduate advisor. Applicants will be notified by the department on the decision of their applications.

Bachelors of Science in Computer Engineering
The curriculum structure provides an in depth study in the major areas of computer engineering by….

 

Rationale: The curriculum is updated by providing an opportunity for interested students to enroll in an accelerated Bachelors of Science/ Master of Science program in Computer Engineering.

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING - ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING
BS IN ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING/MS IN ELECTRICAL
Faculty Contact:  Kang Yen

Existing (page 394*) Proposed

5 Year Accelerated Combined BS in Electrical Engineering and MS in Biomedical Engineering Program
The Electrical Engineering Department and the Biomedical Engineering Institute at FIU offer a 5 year, 150 credit combined BS/MS degree program. Students who wish to be admitted must have completed at least 90 credits toward their BS degree and have earned at least a 3.25 GPA in those courses required for a BS in Electrical Engineering with a minor in Biomedical Engineering. All requirements for the electrical engineering program apply to the combined BS/MS program. See an advisor and/or the Biomedical Engineering section of this catalog for more details.

Lower Division Preparation
Lower division requirements include at least 60 credit hours of pre-engineering courses (see the Undergraduate Studies portion of this catalog for specific requirements). These courses include high level….

 

 

 

 

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

5 Year Accelerated Combined BS in Electrical Engineering and MS in Biomedical Engineering Program
The Electrical Engineering Department and the Biomedical Engineering Institute at FIU offer a 5 year, 150 credit combined BS/MS degree program. Students who wish to be admitted must have completed at least 90 credits toward their BS degree and have earned at least a 3.25 GPA in those courses required for a BS in Electrical Engineering with a minor in Biomedical Engineering.. All requirements for the electrical engineering program apply to the combined BS/MS program. See an advisor and/or the Biomedical Engineering section of this catalog for more details.

Five Year Accelerated Combined Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering / Master of Science in Electrical Engineering
Students who have completed a minimum of 90 hours towards their Bachelors of Science degree in Electrical Engineering and have earned at least a 3.3 GPA on both overall and upper division courses may, upon recommendation from three ECE faculty members, apply to the department to enroll in the combined BS/MS program. Students enrolled in the program may count up to six hours of ECE graduate courses as credits for both the BS and MS degrees. The BS/MS combined program has been designed to be a continuous program. Students in this program will apply for graduation with the BS and MS at the same time once all requirements for both degrees are met. Students will receive a BS degree and a MS degree on the same date. The student’s advisor will insure that appropriate forms are completed and that students do not apply for BS degree graduation until both BS and MS requirements are finished. Upon the completion of BS degree requirement, students may “walk for graduation” with their colleagues without receiving their diploma and/or request a department certificate. Students may also elect to permanently leave the combined program at any time and earn only the BS degree. Once the BS degree is granted, students will have the same access requirements to regular graduate programs as any other student. However, the combined MS degree would not be available to those who elect to leave the combined program.

      Admission into the combined program does not automatically qualify the students for admission into the MS degree program. To enroll in the MS degree program, the students must apply (in their senior year) to the graduate school and meet all graduate admission requirements.

       For each of the graduate courses counted as credits for both BS and MS degree, a minimum grade of B is required. Students enrolled in the program may count up to six credit hours of EE graduate courses toward the engineering electives required for the BSEE as well as toward the MSEE. Only graduate courses with formal lectures can be counted for both degrees. The students are responsible for confirming the eligibility of each course with the undergraduate advisor.

       Students interested in the program can consult with the undergraduate advisor on their eligibility to the program. The students should also meet with the graduate coordinator to learn about the graduate program and available courses before completing the application form and submitting it to the undergraduate advisor. Applicants will be notified by the department on the decision of their applications.

Lower Division Preparation
Lower division requirements include at least 60 credit hours of pre-engineering courses (see the Undergraduate Studies portion of this catalog for specific requirements). These courses include high level….

 

Rationale: The curriculum is updated by providing an opportunity for interested students to enroll in an accelerated Bachelors of Science in Electrical Engineering / Master of Science in Electrical Engineering program.

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING - ELECTRICAL & COMPUTER ENGINEERING
BS/MS IN ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
Faculty Contact:  Kang Yen

Existing (page 331*) Proposed

MAD 3401   Numerical Analysis                                  3
MAP 4401    Advanced Differential Equations             3
MAP 5117    Mathematics and Statistics Modeling       3
STA 5446     Probability Theory I                                  3
STA 5447     Probability Theory II                                3
STA 5800     Stochastic Processes for Engineering       3
The above list may be changed or expanded by the committee.

     Remaining course work will be selected by the student and his advisor based on the student’s career objectives.

      Any course taken without the proper prerequisites and corequisites will be dropped automatically before the end of the term, resulting in a grade of “DR” or “DF”.

      Students who are dismissed from the University due to low grades, may appeal to the Dean for reinstatement. A second dismissal results in no possibility for reinstatement.

Master of Science in Computer Engineering
The Department of Electrical Engineering offers both thesis and non-thesis options….

 

 

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

MAD 3401   Numerical Analysis                                  3
MAP 4401    Advanced Differential Equations             3
MAP 5117    Mathematics and Statistics Modeling       3
STA 5446     Probability Theory I                                  3
STA 5447     Probability Theory II                                3
STA 5800     Stochastic Processes for Engineering       3
The above list may be changed or expanded by the committee.

     Remaining course work will be selected by the student and his advisor based on the student’s career objectives.

      Any course taken without the proper prerequisites and corequisites will be dropped automatically before the end of the term, resulting in a grade of “DR” or “DF”.

      Students who are dismissed from the University due to low grades, may appeal to the Dean for reinstatement. A second dismissal results in

Five Year Accelerated Combined BSEE/ MSEE Degree
Program
     
Students who have completed a minimum of 90 hours towards their Bachelors of Science degree in Electrical Engineering and have earned at least a 3.3 GPA on both overall and upper division courses may, upon recommendation from three ECE faculty members, apply to the department to enroll in the combined BS/MS program. Students enrolled in the program may count up to six hours of ECE graduate courses as credits for both the BS and MS degrees. The BS/MS combined program has been designed to be a continuous program. Students in this program will apply for graduation with the BS and MS at the same time once all requirements for both degrees are met. Students will receive a BS degree and a MS degree on the same date. The student’s advisor will insure that appropriate forms are completed and that students do not apply for BS degree graduation until both BS and MS requirements are finished. Upon the completion of BS degree requirement, students may “walk for graduation” with their colleagues without receiving their diploma and/or request a department certificate. Students may also elect to permanently leave the combined program at any time and earn only the BS degree. Once the BS degree is granted, students will have the same access requirements to regular graduate programs as any other student. However, the combined MS degree would not be available to those who elect to leave the combined program.

      Admission into the combined program does not automatically qualify the students for admission into the MS degree program. To enroll in the MS degree program, the students must apply (in their senior year) to the graduate school and meet all graduate admission requirements.

       For each of the graduate courses counted as credits for both BS and MS degree, a minimum grade of B is required. Students enrolled in the program may count up to six credit hours of EE graduate courses toward the elective engineering BSEE requirements as well as toward the MSEE degree. Only graduate courses with formal lectures can be counted for both degrees. The students are responsible for confirming the eligibility of each course with the undergraduate advisor.

       Students interested in the program can consult with the undergraduate advisor on their eligibility to the program. The students should also meet with the graduate coordinator to learn about the graduate program and available courses before completing the application form and submitting it to the undergraduate advisor. Applicants will be notified by the department on the decision of their applications.

Master of Science in Computer Engineering
The Department of Electrical Engineering offers both thesis and non-thesis options….

 

Rationale: The curriculum is updated by providing an opportunity for interested students to enroll in an accelerated Bachelors of Science/ Master of Science program in Electrical Engineering.

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING - MECHANICAL & MATERIALS ENGINEERING
Catalog description for the Graduate Certificate in Mechanical Engineering

(Note:  This is the description for the scheduled hearing on page one of this bulletin)
Faculty Contact:  Sabri Tosunoglu

Existing (page 348*) Proposed

Hemispheric Center for Environmental Technology (HCET): HCET, focuses on environmental technology research and applications. The primary activity of the center is in the research of solid waste and nuclear facility decontamination and dismantlement technology.

(NOTE: INSERT NEW GRADUATE CERTIFICATE DESCRIPTION HERE)

Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Admission Requirements
The Department of Mechanical and Materials Engineering offers both thesis and non-thesis options for the Master’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering. A student seeking the Master’s degree with or without thesis is required to pass a comprehensive oral or written examination.

All work counted for the Master’s degree must be completed during the six years immediately following the date of admission.

The program provides a broad education, covering more than one field, followed by in-depth studies in areas of interest.

Admission Requirements

 

 

 

 


 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Graduate Certificate in Mechanical Engineering

      The Graduate Certificate in Mechanical Engineering is open to students and engineers who hold a B.S. degree in engineering or a closely-related field of study from an accredited program. The objective of this certificate is to provide a vehicle for the career enhancement of practicing engineers and serve the needs of recent B.S. graduates and graduate students in other programs. The program consists of two concentration areas; Design, Mechanics and Robotics area, and Thermo-Fluids area, reflecting the diverse nature of mechanical engineering.

Admission Requirements
       The applicants for the Graduate Certificate in Mechanical Engineering must have a B.S. degree in engineering or a closely-related field from an accredited program, and have a GPA of at least 3.0 in the last two years of undergraduate studies, or a GPA of at least 2.5 in conjunction with significant related work experience.

Course Requirements
        A total of 18 credit hours (6 three-credit courses) must be completed with a GPA of 3.0 or better to receive the Graduate Certificate in Mechanical Engineering. Two courses (six credits) are core courses and must be taken by all students. The remaining twelve credits may be selected from one of two concentration areas.

Core Courses (6 credits):
EGM 5346 Computational Engineering Analysis (3 credits)

Select one of the following two courses:
EGM 5354 Finite Element Method Applications in Mechanical Engineering (3 credits)

EGM 6422 Advanced Analysis of Mechanical Systems (3 credits)

Elective Courses (12 credits):
Select four courses either from the (1) Design, Mechanics and Robotics concentration area, or the (2) Thermo-Fluids area:

(1) Design, Mechanics and Robotics Area:
EML 5385 Identification Techniques of Mechanical Systems (3 credits)
EML 5505 Smart Machine Design and Development (3 credits) 
EML 5530 Intermediate CAD/CAE (3 credits)
EGM 5615 Synthesis of Engineering Mechanics (3 credits)
EML 5808 Control Technology for Robotic Systems (3 credits)
EML 6805 Advanced Design of Robots (3 credits)

(2) Thermo-Fluids Area:
EML 5103 Intermediate Thermodynamics (3 credits)
EML 5152 Intermediate Heat Transfer (3 credits)
EML 5606C Advanced Refrigeration & AC systems (3 credits)
EML 5709 Intermediate Fluid Mechanics (3 credits)
EML 5725 Computational Fluid Dynamics (3 credits)

 

Rationale: The objective of the Graduate Certificate in Mechanical Engineering is to provide a vehicle for the career enhancement of engineers working in South Florida. The program is tailored for engineers who already have a B.S. degree in engineering or a closely-related filed and have a desire to gain additional knowledge and professional expertise without committing themselves to a graduate program such as an M.S. or Ph.D. degree. Through this certificate program, the participants will have an opportunity to get exposure to higher-level knowledge of mechanical engineering for the benefit of their careers. Additionally, because of the program’s short time frame and flexibility, the program will have an appeal to some students who are in other graduate programs. Through the catalog change, this certificate program is being included in the Graduate Catalog.

 

COLLEGE OF HEALTH & APPLIED SCIENCES - OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY - PROPOSAL FOR COURSE CHANGES IN POST PROFESSIONAL MS IN OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY
Faculty Contact:  Pamela Shaffner

 

Justification:

·        OTH 6265 Measurement, Assessment & Research in OT is being replaced in the curriculum by a new course OTH 6772 Evidence Based Practice and Critical Appraisal (approved course). OTH 6772 better reflects the knowledge base needed for advanced clinical practice.

·        STA 6166 Statistical Methods in Research I is being replaced by OTH 5XXX Infusing Occupation into Community Based Practice (approved/waiting for number).  OTH 5XXX reflects current practice in OT. Statistics remains a prerequisite course.

Existing Track (Post Professional Master’s in OT)
Prerequisites and other Requirements

Proposed Post Professional Level Master’s Track
Prerequisites and other Requirements:

bullet Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college or university
bullet Bachelor’s degree in Occupational Therapy from an accredited college or university
bullet Eligibility for Graduate Admission at FIU
bullet Eligibility for Graduate Admission at FIU
bullet Prerequisite Course: Statistics
bullet Prerequisite Course: Statistics

OTH 6009 Current Issues & Theories of Occupational Therapy

3

OTH 6009 Current Issues & Theories of Occupational Therapy

3

OTH 6265 Measurement, Assessment & Research in OT

3

OTH 6772 Evidence Based Practice and Critical Appraisal

3

OTH 6215 Advanced OT Intervention Strategies

3

OTH 6215 Advanced OT Intervention Strategies

3

OTH 6948 Continuing Clinical Competence for Occupational Therapists

3

OTH 6948 Continuing Clinical Competence for Occupational Therapists

3

OTH 5760 Current Research in Occupational Therapy

3

OTH 5760 Current Research in Occupational Therapy

3

STA 6166 Statistical Methods in Research I

3

OTH 5XXX Infusing Occupation into Community Based Practice (approved, awaiting number)

3

Clinical Core Electives

12

Clinical Core Electives

12

OTH 6970 Master’s Thesis

                  OR

OTH 6972 Master’s Project

6

OTH 6970 Master’s Thesis

                  OR

OTH 6972 Master’s Project

6

Total Credits

36

Total Credits

36


COLLEGE OF HEALTH & APPLIED SCIENCES - SCHOOLS OF SOCIAL WORK AND POLICY AND MANAGEMENT - CHANGES TO THE MASTER OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION
Faculty Contact:  Howard Frank

 

Master of Public Administration (Current)

NEW PROGRAM

Admission Requirements
Applicants to the Master of Public Administration (MPA) program must:
Have earned a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and
Earn a GPA of 3.0 or better in all upper division course work and
Obtain a letter of recommendation from a faculty member at their undergraduate institution or from a professional and

Demonstrate graduate level writing competency by submitting an essay between 3 and 5 pages in length addressing personal and career goals.

An applicant who feels that the earned GPA is not indicative of his or her ability to be successful in a graduate degree program may also submit scores on the Graduate Record Exam (GRE) which will be taken into consideration by the admissions committee in its evaluation of the application

 

 

 

 
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Exceptions to the graduate admissions requirement

The MPA program offers certificate programs.  In accordance with University policy, students with a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and who have an undergraduate GPA of 2.75 or greater can be admitted to a public administration graduate certificate program, subject to the approval of the MPA program coordinator.  Students applying for MPA certificate programs must also obtain a letter of recommendation from a faculty member at their undergraduate institution or from a professional and demonstrate graduate level writing competency by submitting an essay between 3 and 5 pages in length addressing personal and career goals.  Students admitted to a certificate program who have completed 12 Graduate Certificate credits with a 3.25 or better GPA may be admitted to the MPA program without taking the GRE, subject to the approval of the MPA program coordinator.  The full 15 credits obtained in a MPA Graduate Certificate Program may be used to satisfy the requirements of the MPA degree provided the student is admitted to the MPA program prior to the completion of the final six Graduate Certificate credit hours required to obtain the certificate.

 

 

 

 

 


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Degree Requirements

The Master of Public Administration (MPA) program requires a minimum of 39 credit hours for students having a BPA or BA in a social science or for those with five years experience in management. 42 credit hours for all others (see PAD 6053 below).




Core Courses
 

The MPA core consists of the following eleven courses:
 

PAD 6053       Political, Social and Economic Context of

                        Public Administration                                        3

(Required only for those students not holding a BPA or BA in a social science or those without five years of management experience. It is an elective for all others)

PAD 6056       The Practice of Public Management             3
PAD 6227       Public Finance and the Budgetary 
                              Process                                            3
URS 6436        Professionalism and Ethics                      3
URS 6130        Human Resource Policy and
                             Management                                    3
URS 6028        Policy Analysis and Planning                  3
URS 6155        Quantitative Methods and Analysis        3
URS 6654        Applied Organization Theory and
                              Behavior                                          3
URS 6378        Leadership and Decision-making            3
URS 6806        Applied Research and Evaluation                                  Techniques                                           3
PAD 6605       Administrative Law                              3
or
PAD 7603       Legal Context of Public Administration         3
PAD 6053, URS 6155, and URS 6806, must be taken during the         first 18 credit hours of course work.

URS 6155 is a prerequisite for URS 6806.

Students who cannot demonstrate basic computer literacy must take PAD 5716 (Management Support Systems in Public Administration, prior to enrolling for URS 6155. This course will not count toward completion of required degree credit hours (42-39 respectively).

PAD 6056, The Practice of Public Management, is a capstone experience for the program and must be taken during the last semester of course work. PAD 6946, Public Administration Internship, may be substituted for PAD 6056.

 

Degree Requirements

The Master of Public Administration (MPA) program requires of 42 credit hours for all students not having a BPA from a public university in the State of Florida. Students having earned a BPA from a public university in the State of Florida will be waived from taking six elective credits. Core level waivers can only be approved by the Public Administration Program Coordinator, the Associate Director, or the Dean of the School.

Core Courses
The MPA core consists of the following eleven courses:
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PAD 6053  Political, Social and Economic Context of
                   Public Administration   (3)              
PAD 6056  Practice of Public Management (3)
PAD 6227  Public Finance and the Budgetary
                 Process          
Remove URS 6436 (Professionalism and Ethics) (3)
URS 6130  Human Resource Policy and Management (3)
URS 6028  Policy Analysis and Planning           (3)        URS 6155  Quantitative Methods and Analysis (3)
Remove URS 6654 Applied Organization Theory (3)
URS 6378 Leadership and Decision-making (3)
Remove URS 6806 Applied Research and Evaluation (3)
Add PAD 6XXX Applied Research Methods for Accountability in Public and Non-Profit Organizations (3) Prerequiste: URS 6155
Add PAF 6XXX Management of Non-Profit Organizations (new course) (3)
Add PAF 6XXX Financial Management in Public and Nonprofit Organizations (new course) (3) Prerequisite: PAD 6227
Add PAF 6XXX IT and E-Government (new course) (3)
Remove PAD 6605 Administrative Law (3) 
Remove PAD 7603  Legal Context of PA as option from core
Delete PAD 5716 from catalog

 


Delete section, “Students who cannot demonstrate basic computer literacy must take PAD 5716…”

 

 
SAME

Electives (9 credits)

Three (3) elective courses required.

SAME

Grading, Sequencing, and Substitution Policy

Students must maintain a 3.0 GPA to graduate. A grade of ‘C’ or better is required for every core course. Note: A ‘C-’ is not acceptable.

The Program reserves the right to withhold the awarding of credit for course work taken out of sequence and without appropriate prerequisites.

Any core course with the exception of PAD 6056 may be waived through petition to the Program Director and MPA Coordinator. The petitioner must demonstrate the equivalence of the previous course work, and prove that their performance met or exceeded core requirements. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Delete section, “Any course with the exception of PAD 6056….”

SCHOOL OF HOSPITALITY & TOURISM MANAGEMENT
TRAVEL AND TOURISM CURRICULA CHANGES
 
Faculty Contact:  Diann Newman

Core Requirements (21)
OLD
HFT 3403  Accounting for the Hospitality Industry                   3
HFT 3210  Fundamentals of Management                              3
HFT 3423  Hospitality Information Technology                        3
HFT 4240  Managing Service Organizations                            3
HFT 4465  Financial Anal. For Tourism                                  3
HFT 4221  Human Resources Man                                        3
HFT 4727  Travel Industry Law                                            
 3
                                                                                        21
Core Requirements (15)
NEW
HFT 3403  Accounting                                                 3
HFT 3210  Fundamentals of Mgmt                                3
 

HFT 4465  Financial Analysis of Tourism                       3
HFT 4221  Human Resources                                      3
HFT 4727  Travel Industry Law                                     3
                                                                                15

Travel and Tourism Requirements (33)
OLD
HFT 3713  International Travel & Tourism*                    3
HFT 3735  Destinations & Cultures                               3
HFT 4509  Tourism Destination Marketing                     3
HFT 3701  Sustainable Tourism Practices                     3

HFT 3760  Tourist Transport Systems                          3
HFT 3770  Cruise Line Mgmt **                                    3
               or
HFT 4762  Airline Mgmt
                                              3
HFT 4874  Role of Food in Tourism                              3
HFT 4733  Tour Production & Distribution                      3
HFT 4502  Role of Market Research                            3
HFT 4504  Hospitality Tourism on Internet                    3
 
HFT 4945  Advanced Internship                                   0
 
                                                                              33
Electives (9)
Travel and Tourism Requirements (30)
NEW
HFT 3XXX  Travel & Tourism Systems                           3
HFT 3735  Destinations & Cultures                               3
HFT 3509  Tourism Destination Marketing                     3
HFT (3)701  Sustainable Tourism Practices              3
 

HFT 4874  Role of Food in Tourism                              3
HFT 4733  Tour Production & Distribution                      3
HFT 4502  Role of Market Research                            3
HFT 4XXX  Travel Information Technology                      3
HFT 4XXX  Managing Tourism Services                         3
HFT 4945  Advanced Internship                                     3
                                                                                30
Total Travel and Tourism Requirements                         45
Total Elective Credits                                                   15
Total Travel and Tourism Program Credits                      60
Electives (15)

*  Courses listed in the Old Curriculum are being discontinued from T & T program
**  Courses listed in the Old Curriculum are being removed from requirement status and are being presented as electives.  These courses will be the foundation of new specialty programs to be introduced at a later date.

Bachelor of Science in Travel & Tourism Management
Degree Program Hours:  120
Lower Division Preparation:  (60)

SCHOOL OF HOSPITALITY & TOURISM MANAGEMENT - CHANGES IN THE HOSPITALITY ADMINISTRATION CERTIFICATE PROGRAM
Faculty Contact:  Diann Newman

OLD NEW
Hospitality Administration Certificate (15)

Core Requirements:  (9)
FSS 3230  Introductory Commercial Food Production    3
HFT 3000  Introduction to Hospitality & Tourism Mgmt  3
HFT 3503  Hospitality Marketing Strategies                3
Hospitality Electives:  (6) 
Choose any FOS, FSS, or HFT courses

Hospitality Administration Certificate (15)

Core Requirements:  (9)
HFT 3210  Fundamentals of Mgmt in the Hospitality Industry  3
HFT 3503  Hospitality Marketing Strategies                            3
HFT 4221  Human Resources Mgmt for the Hospitality Industry 3
Hospitality Electives (6)
Choose any FOS, FSS, or HFT courses

COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES – NEW COURSE REQUESTS, LISTED BY DEPARTMENT:

ART & ART HISTORY:

ARH 5XXX           Graduate Art in Renaissance Florence                                                                                      3 credits
                          For study in Florence.  Course examines art of Renaissance from its beginnings in Florence with on-site
                          classes.

ARH 5XXX           Graduate Baroque Art                                                                                                                  3 credits
                                Advanced course in Baroque Art includes painting, sculpture, and architecture.

 

ARH 5XXX           Graduate Contemporary Art                                                                                                       3 credits
                           Course examines the visual arts in Europe and the U.S. from the 1960’s to the present with focus on
                           major art movements, artists, and artwork.

ARH 5XXX           Graduate History of Cuban Art                                                                                                     3 credits
                                A study of visual arts of Cuba in the 20th century, within historical, social, and cultural context.

ARH 5XXX           Graduate Nineteenth Century Art                                                                                   3 credits
                           An advanced survey of 19th-century art in its social, political, and historical context.  Includes French,
                          English, Spanish artists.

ARH 5XXX           Museum Education                                                                                                                       3 credits
                          Course examines educational functions of a museum including interpretive principles and techniques,
                           program design and community outreach.

ART 5XXXC        Graduate Fibers                                                                                                                            3 credits
                         Graduate level studio course, explores issues of the fiber medium and its context in contemporary art
                        practice.

CHEMISTRY & BIOCHEMISTRY:
HS 3XXX           Survey of Forensic Science Laboratory                                                                                          1 credit
                        Laboratory course to accompany survey of forensic science lecture with emphasis on biological
                      evidence.  Topics include, CSI, DNA, toxicology, and serology.

COMPUTER SCIENCE:
CIS 6XXX             Computer Science Seminar                                                                                                         1 credit
                                Regularly scheduled seminar series featuring speakers on computer science related topics.

COP 5XXX           Information Assurance                                                                                                                3 credits
                           Information assurance algorithms and techniques.  Security vulnerabilities.  Symmetric and public key
                           encryption.  Authentication and Kerberos.  Key infrastructure and certificates.  Mathematical
                          foundations.

COP 5XXX           Storage Systems                                                                                                                          3 credits
                          Introduction to storage systems, storage system components, storage architecture, devices, trends and
                          applications, performance, RAID, MEMS and portable storage, file-systems, OS storage management.

COP 6XXX           Special Topics on Databases                                                                                                       3 credits
                                Study of selected advanced topics in databases and related areas.

INTERNATIONAL RELATIONS:
ASN 5XXX           International Relations of Contemporary China                                                                           3 credits
                           Survey of the dynamic interaction between external and internal factors on China’s international
                           relations.

INR 6XXX            Global Governance                                                                                                                      3 credits
                            Surveys contemporary writings on international regimes, global civil society, the relationship of global
                           economics and politics, changing models of world order, and intergovernmental organizations.

MUSIC:
MUC 2XXX          Introduction to Digital Audio Production                                                                                       3 credits
                                A project-oriented class with assignments in basic audio editing, plug-ins, and sound effects.

MUC 3XXX          Recording and Production in Pro Tools                                                                                       3 credits
                                A project-oriented class in audio recording and editing using the Pro Tools application.

PHILOSOPHY:
PHI 4XXX             Language & Paradox                                                                                                                   3 credits
                          An inquiry into the nature of semantic paradoxes, including analysis of their significance, examination
                         of proposed solutions, and investigation of the relationship between paradoxes, language, and truth.

PHI 4XXX             Philosophy of Film                                                                                                                      3 credits
                          An investigation into the distinctly philosophical issues that arise when studying film.  In particular,
                          question surrounding narration, authorship and genre will be considered.

PHI 6XXX             Advanced Topics                                                                                                                  3 credits
                          In depth study of an advanced topic in philosophy, topics will be selected to meet the academic needs
                         of groups of students.  May be repeated for credit.

PSYCHOLOGY:
INP 6XXX             Applied Psychology & Organizational Consulting                                                                      3 credits
                         An overview of the organizational consulting process, including proposal development, managing
                         projects and client relationships, ensuring information integrity, and understanding ethical issues. 

INP 6XXX             Psychology of Culture and Organizations                                                                                 3 credits
                          An overview of theory and research examining the psycho-social environment of organizations,
                          including the factors that shape organizational cultures and climates, along with the implications for
                          workplace motivation, morale, and productivity.

RELIGIOUS STUDIES:
REL 1XXX            Introduction to Christian Scripture                                                                                               3 credits
                            Examines the origins and themes of the Christian Bible using literary, historical, and archeological
                           approaches.  Explores inter-religious dialogue between Christianity and Judaism on shared scripture.

REL 3XXX            Behind the Da Vinci Code                                                                                                 3 credits
                         Dan Brown’s The Da Vinci Code is the starting point to examine whether there are secrets behind the
                        history of Christianity as it is usually taught.  Topics include agnosticism, knights templar, freemasons.

REL 3XXX            Rhythms of the Sacred                                                                                                                 3 credits
                        Explores how music has been a powerful and essential part of mystical experience in the world’s
                        religious traditions, how it becomes religion and how religion influences music.

REL 4XXX            Women in Islam                                                                                                                          3 credits
                              Provides students with an understanding of the position of women in Islam through an examination
                           of traditional and contemporary understandings of key religious texts.

REL 5XXX            Classical Arabic                                                                                                                           3 credits
                          Introduces the grammar and vocabulary of classical Arabic necessary for developing the ability to read
                          classical texts.

SOCIOLOGY/ANTHROPOLOGY:
ANT 3XXX           Food & Culture                                                                                                                              3 credits
                        Introduction to the anthropology of food:  European conquest of the New World, theories of famine, the
                        industrial food system, food and nationalism, the organic food movement.

ANT 4XXX           Anthropology of Globalization                                                                                                     3 credit
                         Examination of global economic, political, and cultural processes including the movements of people,
                         commodities, and capital.  Study of formation of identities, consumption practices, and gender
                        dynamics.

ANT 4XXX           South Florida Environmental Conflicts                                                                                          3 credits
                         Research on environmental conflicts in South Florida.  Theories of environmental conflicts, research
                         design, semi-structured interview and survey methods, group research projects.

ANT 6XXX           Anthropology of Globalization                                                                                                     3 credits
                         Examination of global economic, political, and cultural processes including the movements of people,
                        commodities, and capital.  Study of formation of identities, consumption practices, and gender
                         dynamics.

SYA 6XXX           GIS and Social Research                                                                                                             3 credits
                         Focuses on applications of GIS in social research; includes applying critical perspective on space,
                        place, cartography to GIS social research projects.  Prerequisites:  GEO 3176 or 4XXX or instructor’s
                         permission.

COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES – COURSE CHANGE REQUESTS:
ART AND ART HISTORY
ARH 4400             PRIMITIVE ART.  New title:  Indigenous Arts.   New description:  An introduction to the art of widely dissimilar indigenous people throughout the world from earliest surviving images to the present.  Emphasis will be placed on North African, Oceanic, and North American Indian art.

MUSIC

MUM 4301            Change credits:  From 1 to 3.

RELIGIOUS STUDIES

REL 3091              New title:  The Power of Myth and Ritual.   New description:  The Hero’s Journey’ the Eternal Return:  biblical myth:  The religious nature, occurrence and uses of myth from the perspective of major theorists:  relationships and myth, symbol and ritual.

COLLEGE OF BUSINESS – NEW COURSE REQUESTS:

MANAGEMENT AND INTERNATIONAL BUSINESSS

MAN 4XXX          Managing Organizational Reputations                                                                                          3 credits
 This course examines the importance of organizational reputation for survival in today’s challenging economic and social climate.  The course emphasizes ways organizations can create and maintain.  Prerequisite:  MAN 3025.

COURSE CHANGE REQUEST:

MAN 4610            New title:  International Human Resources.   New description:  Examines selected human resource systems of Europe, Asia and the Americas, with emphasis on cross-cultural differences amoung HR systems and the reasons such differences exist.  The significance of human capital in multinational enterprises with regard to recruitment, selection training, development and compensation is analyzed.  New prerequisites:  MAN 4602 and MAN 4301.

COLLEGE OF EDUCATION – NEW COURSE REQUESTS

CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION

EDG 5XXX           Public Diplomacy and Education:  Engaging the Arab and Muslim World                              3 credits
 Examination of education and public diplomacy, from different national perspectives, engagement in a dialogue about global issues with virtual classmates, and grant proposal writing.

EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGICAL STUDIES:

EEX 5XXX            Assessment and Strategies for Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders                          3 credits
                         Students will become familiar with current formal and informal assessments used in diagnosis and
                          instructional planning.  Students will also become familiar with specific educational strategies for
                          students with autism spectrum disorders.

EEX 5XXX            Behavioral Management and Positive Behavioral Supports for Students with Autism Spectrum
                             Disorders                                                                                                             3 credits
                            Students will develop and implement positive behavior plans and design behavior management
                             techniques for students with Autism Spectrum Disorders.

H.P.E.R.

PET 4XXX            Acute Care and Injury Prevention                                                                                   3 credits
 Students will learn acute care of injuries; learn safety precautions and physical and environmental risk factors:  and contraindications associated with participation in athletics/exercise.

PET 4XXX            Management of Medical Emergencies                                                                                       3 credits
Students will learn the basic principles of managing medical emergencies utilizing immediate first aid techniques.  American Red Cross certification in adult CPR and first aid will be obtained.

PET 4XXX            Medical Documentation and Pharmacology                                                                   3 credits
                        Students will learn the terminology, note writing, and documentation techniques used in athletic
                         training.  Students will learn basic principles of pharmaceutical intervention and implications of rehab.

COURSE CHANGES:  CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION:

LAE 3311              New Course Number:  RED 3312. 

EDUCATIONAL PSYCHOLOGICAL STUDIES:

EDF 6112              New Course Number:  EDP 6211

COLLEGE OF ENGINEERING – NEW COURSE REQUESTS

MECHANICAL & MATERIALS ENGINEERING:

EML 3XXX           Simulation Software for Mechanical Engineers                                                                           3 credits
                           Commercial software to reinforce the concepts of stress, deformation, fluid flow, ridig body dynamics,
                           heat transfer and to optimize solid model designs via multi-disciplinary computational analysis

COURSE CHANGES:
EGM 3311             New prerequisite:  EML 2032.
EGM 5346             New prerequisite:  EML 2032.
EGM 5354             New prerequisite:  EML 2032.
EML 3222             New prerequisite:  EML 2032.
EML 3262             New prerequisite:  EML 2032.
EML 4140             New prerequisite:  EML 2032.
EML 4220             New prerequisite:  EML 2032.
EML 4312`            New prerequisite:  EML 2032.
EML 4535             New prerequisite:  EML 2032.
EML 4721             New prerequisite:  EML 2032.
EML 5615c           New prerequisite:  EML 2032.

PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION:
PAD 6XXX           Applied Research Methods for Accountability in Public and Nonprofit Organizations 3 credits
                          Tools, methods, and concepts employed to reengineer public and nonprofit agencies and to design
                            performance indicators needed to enhance customer satisfaction and strategic service delivery. 
                           Prerequisite:  URS 6155.

PAF 6XXX            IT and E-government                                                                                                                3 credits
                        Studies the electronic delivery of government information & services & the problems of managing
                       information technology in the public sector.  Surveys technology principles of IT & E-government.

PAF 6XXX            Financial Management in Public and Nonprofit Organizations                                                3 credits
                        Processes, tools & methods used in financial planning & control of public & nonprofit entities with focus
                        on utilization of critical performance indicators deployed over agency budget & lifecycles.  Prerequisite: 
                        PAD 6227.

PAD 6XXX           Management of Nonprofit Organizations                                                                                   3 credits
                         Studies the characteristics, roles & challenges of nonprofit entities.  Topics include structure &
                         governance, financial reporting & accountability, financial development & contract management.

COURSE CHANGE:  PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION:
PAD 5716             DELETE

COURSE CHANGES: SOCIAL WORK:
SOW 6535           New description:  A combination of two masters-level advanced field practicum courses (SOW 6533 & 6534) and integrative seminars that provides students with the opportunity to apply and integrate  advanced clinical knowledge and skills.  This course is only offered in the summer semester.

PHC 6945             Change credits from 1-3 to 1-6.

PHC 6977             Change credits from 3 to 1-6.

SCHOOL OF HOSPITALITY & TOURISM MANAGEMENT – NEW COURSE REQUESTS

HFT 3XXX            Interpersonal Skills for the Hospitality Industry                                                                         3 credits
 To improve student’s skills related to emotional intelligence.  Competencies include self-awareness, managing emotions, motivating oneself, communication skills, demonstrating empathy, and developing social skills.

HFT 4XXX            Leadership in the Hospitality Industry                                                                                         3 credits
To introduce the student to the fundamentals of leadership and basic leadership skills for organizational success.  Prerequisite:  Graduating Seniors.

HFT 4XXX            Advanced events management                                                                                                   3 credits
This course focuses on advanced planning and managing of special events, from idea and concepts through the actual event implementation and follow-up.  Students will have the opportunity  to focus on detailed elements of event management.

COURSE CHANGES – HOSPITALITY:
HFT 3453              New title:  Lodging Operations Control.
HFT 5655              Delete Prerequisite
HFT 6429              Delete Prerequisite
HFT 6477              Delete Prerequisite
HFT 6605              Delete Prerequisite
HFT 6607              Delete Prerequisite
HFT 6697              Delete Prerequisite
HFT 6715              Delete Prerequisite