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EAR 490 - Independent Study College of Arts and Sciences
1-6 credit(s) Every semester
In-depth exploration of a problem or problems. Individual independent study upon a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor or instructors and the department.
Repeatable
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EAR 499 - Honors Capstone Project College of Arts and Sciences
1-3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Completion of an Honors Capstone Project under the supervision of a faculty member.
Repeatable 2 time(s), 3 credits maximum
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EAR 510 - Paleolimnology College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) Irregularly
The records of environmental change contained within lake sediments. Basic background in limnology followed by field/laboratory research projects and presentations. Upper division undergraduate science majors.
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EAR 544 - Quaternary Environmental and Climate Change College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Proxy records from marine, lacustrine, glacial, and terrestrial environments for climate and environmental change during the Quaternary. Comparison with numerical models of atmosphere and oceans. Discussion of current literature and the potential for future global change.
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EAR 590 - Independent Study College of Arts and Sciences
1-3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Exploration of a problem, or problems, in depth. Individual independent study upon a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor(s) and the department.
Repeatable
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ECE 499 - Honors Capstone Project College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Completion of an Honors Capstone Project under the supervision of a faculty member.
Repeatable 2 time(s), 3 credits maximum
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ECN 101 - Introductory Microeconomics College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Introduction to microeconomics. Consumer demand, theory of production, markets and prices, social welfare, and related topics. Credit is given for either ECN 101, 102 or ECN 203.
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ECN 102 - Introductory Macroeconomics College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Introduction to concepts and methods of economic analysis. Emphasis on such macroeconomic topics as gross domestic product, unemployment, money, and theory of national income. Credit is given for either ECN 101,102 or ECN 203.
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ECN 203 - Economic Ideas and Issues College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) Every semester
Foundation of modern Western economic thought. The model economists have built on this foundation as applied to current issues facing individuals and society. Credit is given for either ECN 203 or ECN 101, 102 or ECN 109.
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ECN 258 - Poverty and Discrimination in America College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Crosslisted with: WGS 258
Nature and causes of inequality, poverty, and discrimination in rural and urban America. Income maintenance, employment, training, education, and other antipoverty programs; antidiscrimination and equal opportunity policies. Students may not receive credit for both ECN/WGS 258 and ECN/WGS 358.
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ECN 270 - Experience Credit College of Arts and Sciences
1-6 credit(s) Every semester
Participation in a discipline- or subject-related experience. Students must be evaluated by written or oral reports or an examination. Limited to those in good academic standing.
Repeatable
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ECN 290 - Independent Study College of Arts and Sciences
1-6 credit(s) Every semester
In-depth exploration of a problem or problems. Individual independent study upon a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor or instructors and the department.
Repeatable
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ECN 300 - Selected Topics College of Arts and Sciences
1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
PREREQ: (ECN 101 AND ECN 102 ) OR ECN 203
Repeatable
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ECN 301 - Intermediate Microeconomics College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) Every semester
Concepts and tools for the analysis of the behavior of consumers and firms, consumption decisions, market structures, and general equilibrium. Pricing, production, purchasing, and employment policies. Both ECN 301 and 311 cannot be counted toward the major/minor. Credit cannot be given for ECN 301 after completing ECN 311. Quantitative skills requirements of liberal arts core recommended.
PREREQ: (ECN 101 AND ECN 102 ) OR ECN 203
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ECN 302 - Intermediate Macroeconomics College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) Every semester
National product and income concepts, measurements, and relationships; interrelationships of the major segments of the national economy; forces affecting the general level of economic activity. Quantitative skills requirements of liberal arts core recommended.
PREREQ: (ECN 101 AND ECN 102 ) OR ECN 203
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ECN 304 - The Economics of Social Issues College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Application of tools developed in introductory economics to current issues facing society including, but not limited to: crime, education, farm policy, alcohol/tobacco/drugs, the environment, health care, poverty/inequality, immigration and discrimination.
PREREQ: (ECN 101 AND ECN 102 ) OR ECN 203
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ECN 305 - Economics of Personal Finance College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
This introductory course applies fundamental economic and financial concepts qualitatively to cover aspects of consumer personal finance, including record keeping, banking, saving, borrowing, using credit, investing, insurance, doing taxes, retirement, and end-of-life considerations. Students may not receive credit for both ECN 305 and FIN 378.
PREREQ: ECN 203
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ECN 310 - Special Topics In Economics College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Various special topics of economic issues offered as available.
PREREQ: (ECN 101 AND ECN 102 ) OR ECN 203
Repeatable
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ECN 311 - Intermediate Mathematical Microeconomics College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Covers the same topics as covered in ECN 301, but the presentation is more mathematical than ECN 301. Both ECN 301 and 311 cannot be counted towards the major/minor. Credit cannot be given for ECN 301 after completing ECN 311.
PREREQ: ((ECN 101 AND ECN 102 )) OR ECN 203 ) AND (MAT 295 OR MAT 296 )
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ECN 312 - Behavioral Economics College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Offered only in London. Examines and revises assumptions underlying standard economic theories and models to develop a fuller understanding of human behavior, increase their explanatory power, and enable more accurate predictions from such theories
PREREQ: (ECN 101 AND ECN 102 ) OR ECN 203
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ECN 313 - The Economics of Happiness College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Offered only in Strasbourg. Economic matters and their evolution since WWII, examining critical issues such as quality of life, sustainable development, and measures of economic performance; how factors such as income, unemployment, inflation and inequality affect societal and personal happiness.
PREREQ: (ECN 101 AND ECN 102 ) OR ECN 203
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ECN 325 - Economics and Gender College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Crosslisted with: WGS 325
Economic issues examined within a gender sensitive context. Includes the economics of family, the economics of marriage, and labor market discrimination and segregation.
PREREQ: (ECN 101 AND ECN 102 ) OR ECN 203
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ECN 355 - Economics of Health and Medical Care College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Application of economics concepts to the study of health care, especially the U.S. system. Topics include the nature of the commodity health care; health production functions; markets; financing; behavior of providers; public policy; reform proposals.
PREREQ: (ECN 101 AND ECN 102 ) OR ECN 203
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ECN 358 - Economics of US Poverty and Discrimination College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Crosslisted with: WGS 358
Economic analysis of inequality, poverty, and discrimination, as applied to USA. Income maintenance, employment, training, education, and other antipoverty programs; antidiscrimination and equal opportunity policies. Students may not receive credit for both ECN/WGS 258 and ECN/WGS 358.
PREREQ: (ECN 101 AND ECN 102 ) OR ECN 203
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ECN 361 - Economics of European Integration College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s)
Origins and history of European Union integration, integration of trade, financial and monetary policies, the Euro, and EU external trade relations. Offered regularly through SU Abroad.
PREREQ: (ECN 101 AND ECN 102 ) OR ECN 203
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ECN 362 - Globalization Development and Environment College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) Every semester
Crosslisted with: PSC 462
Offered only in London. Differing perspectives on changing global economy and nature of modern state. Key ideas regarding development through experiences of developing countries in Asia and Africa.
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ECN 363 - Economic Development of China College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) Every semester
Offered only in Hong Kong. Examines the economic development of China since 1949, including impact of such policies as the Great Leap Forward, the Cultural Revolution, Deng’s Open Door commitment, and current strategies.
PREREQ: (ECN 101 AND ECN 102 ) OR ECN 203
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ECN 364 - International Economic Relations College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) Every semester
Offered only in Hong Kong. Economic links binding countries and similar political entities. Topics include development of global trade regime, impacts of globalization, dynamics of financial crisis, rise of transnational corporations.
PREREQ: (ECN 101 AND ECN 102 ) OR ECN 203
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ECN 365 - The World Economy College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) Every semester
Non-technical introduction to analysis of international economic issues. Protectionism, the multinational firm, the debt crisis, international macroeconomic policy coordination, and European integration. May not be used to satisfy the economics major upper-division elective requirement.
PREREQ: (ECN 101 AND ECN 102 ) OR ECN 203
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ECN 366 - Economic Policies of the European Union College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) Every semester
Crosslisted with: INB 366
Offered only in Strasbourg. European economy, with central focus on economic principles underlying decisions to create and extend scope of European Community and on economic policies EU has followed since creation.
PREREQ: (ECN 101 AND ECN 102 ) OR ECN 203
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ECN 373 - Industrial Organization & Policy College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Analysis of structure, conduct, and performance of industry. Experience with antitrust laws and trade regulations. Case studies of specific industries.
PREREQ: (ECN 101 AND ECN 102 ) OR ECN 203
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ECN 390 - Independent Study College of Arts and Sciences
1-6 credit(s)
Exploration of a problem, or problems, in depth. Individual independent study upon a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor(s) and the department.
PREREQ: (ECN 101 AND ECN 102 ) OR ECN 203
Repeatable
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ECN 400 - Selected Topics College of Arts and Sciences
1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
Repeatable
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ECN 410 - Topics in Economic Applications College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Various topics in economic policy and applications.
PREREQ: (ECN 301 OR ECN 311 ) AND ECN 302
Repeatable
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ECN 421 - Game Theory and Economic Strategy College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
A choice by one economic agent typically affects other economic agents. This course teaches concepts useful in predicting how agents behave in such strategic situations. The focus is on applications in economics and other areas.
PREREQ: (ECN 301 OR ECN 311 ) AND (MAT 284 OR MAT 285 OR MAT 295 OR MAT 296 )
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ECN 422 - Introduction to Statistics and Econometrics College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Basic theory and application of probability, statistical inference, and regression analysis for economics majors.Designed to expose the student to the statistical techniques economists use in estimating, testing, and forecasting economic relationships.
PREREQ: (ECN 301 OR ECN 311 ) AND ECN 302
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ECN 431 - Public Economics College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Theory of the public sector. Government expenditures, revenue, and debt. Intergovernmental fiscal relations. Government contributions to stabilization and growth. Interaction of public and private sectors.
PREREQ: ECN 301 OR ECN 311
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ECN 435 - State and Local Public Finance College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Economic analysis of state and local government structures. Description and equity-efficiency-yield implications of state and local government tax systems. Determinants and consequences of state and local government expenditures. Fiscal federalism.
PREREQ: ECN 301 OR ECN 311
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ECN 437 - Environmental and Resource Economics College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Optimal use of exhaustible and renewable resources and pollution. Examines energy sources, environmental amenities and water. Pollution control policies examined include emissions taxes, tradable permits, direct regulation, subsidies, and negotiation. Valuing environmental quality and other non-marketed goods; risk assessment, hedonic pricing and contingent valuation.
PREREQ: ECN 301 OR ECN 311
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ECN 441 - Urban Economics College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Theoretical and empirical analyses of growth, structure, and resource allocation in urban regions. Selected urban problems: housing and housing finance; poverty; transportational neighborhood degradation; and financing local public services.
PREREQ: ECN 301 OR ECN 311
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ECN 443 - Real Estate Economics and Finance College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Analysis of real estate markets & real estate finance. Consideration of land and mortgage markets; public policies; house price movements. Analysis of mortgage instruments; payment streams, mortgage contracts and risk between lenders and borrowers.
PREREQ: ECN 301 OR ECN 311
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ECN 451 - Labor Economics College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Contem- porary theories and issues of public policy concerning labor supply and demand, wage determination, disincentive effects of public transfer payments (e.g. welfare), unemployment, human capital, and unions.
PREREQ: ECN 301 OR ECN 311
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ECN 465 - International Trade Theory and Policy College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Economic causes and consequences of international trade. Models of trade, gains from trade, tariffs and other controls on trade, and international institutions guiding the trading systems.
PREREQ: ECN 301 OR ECN 311
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ECN 470 - Experience Credit College of Arts and Sciences
1-6 credit(s) Every semester
Participation in a discipline- or subject-related experience. Students must be evaluated by written or oral reports or an examination. Limited to those in good academic standing.
Repeatable
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ECN 481 - Introduction Money & Banking College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Financial instruments and structure: commercial banking organization, operation and control of the banking system. Federal Reserve System. Monetary policy and economic stability.
PREREQ: ECN 302
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ECN 487 - Economic Growth College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
The study of economic growth: models, their applications, and empirical evidence across different countries. Emphasis placed on understanding recent advances in the area: particularly, those pertaining to the nexus between growth and labor market.
PREREQ: ECN 301 OR ECN 311
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ECN 490 - Independent Study College of Arts and Sciences
1-6 credit(s) Every semester
In-depth exploration of a problem or problems. Individual independent study upon a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor or instructors and the department.
Repeatable
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ECN 495 - Distinction Thesis Seminar in Economics I College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
First semester in a year-long course for economics undergraduate thesis students who are oriented to professional economics research and guided as they define their thesis projects. Senior economic students only. Permission from Instructor.
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ECN 496 - Distinction Thesis Seminar in Economics II College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Second semester in a year-long course for economics undergraduate thesis students who will present ongoing research, constructively engage the work of other thesis writers, and work in cooperation with a faculty mentor to complete research. Senior economic students only. Permission from Instructor.
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ECN 499 - Honors Capstone Project College of Arts and Sciences
1-3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Completion of an Honors Capstone Project under the supervision of a faculty member.
Repeatable 2 time(s), 3 credits maximum
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ECN 500 - Selected Topics College of Arts and Sciences
1-6 credit(s) Irregularly
Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
Repeatable
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ECN 505 - Mathematical Economics College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Introduction to use of basic mathematical techniques in economic analysis.
PREREQ: (ECN 301 OR ECN 311 ) AND (MAT 295 AND MAT 296 )
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ECN 510 - Special Topics in Economics College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Various special topics of economics issues offered as available.
PREREQ: ECN 301 OR ECN 311
Repeatable 5 time(s), 18 credits maximum
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ECN 521 - Economic Statistics College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) Every semester
Statistical methods applied to economics. Conventional descriptive statistics, conceptual and measurement problems peculiar to economics. Analytical statistics, including time-series analysis, elementary theory of probability and statistical inference, correlation and regression analysis. Nonparametric methods. This course is not suitable for students who have taken six credits of statistics to fulfill their quantitative skills requirement. Quantitative skill requirements of liberal arts core is recommended.
PREREQ: ((ECN 101 AND ECN 102 ) OR ECN 203 ) AND (MAT 295 AND MAT 296 )
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ECN 522 - Econometric Methods College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Statistical procedures. Problems of estimating parameters in regression models of economic behavior.
PREREQ: (ECN 302 AND ECN 521 ) AND (ECN 301 OR ECN 311 )
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ECN 525 - Economics and Gender College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: WGS 525
Offered only in Strasbourg. European economy, with central focus on economic principles underlying decisions to create and extend scope of European Community and on economic policies EU has followed since creation.
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ECN 566 - International Macroeconomics and Finance College of Arts and Sciences
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Monetary, fiscal, and regulatory consequences of mushrooming international financial markets including equities, bonds and other securities, commodity and options contracts, and bank deposits and loans.
PREREQ: ECN 302
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ECN 580 - International Course College of Arts and Sciences
1-12 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Offered through SUAbroad by educational institution outside the United States. Student registers for the course at the foreign institution and is graded according to that institution’s practice. SUAbroad works with the S.U. academic department to assign the appropriate course level, title, and grade for the student’s transcript.
Repeatable
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ECS 100 - Selected Topics College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-6 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Exploration of a topic (to be determined) not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
Repeatable 11 time(s), 36 credits maximum
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ECS 101 - Introduction to Engineering and Computer Science College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Gateway course: Discussion of disciplines within the college, technical communication, presentation of technical results, professional behavior, ethics, problem solving, modeling, and data analysis. Laboratory topics: computers, computer language, and software packages.
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ECS 102 - Introduction to Computing College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Computing concepts. Principles of programming. Applications of computing concepts to problem solving in engineering and computer science. Laboratory topics will include problem solving projects from various disciplines within the college.
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ECS 104 - Engineering Computational Tools College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Elementary numerical techniques for root finding, sets of equations, curve fitting, differentiation, integration. Programming concepts: conditional branching, loops, etc. Examples of engineering calculations. Use of Excel and Matlab.
COREQ: MAT 295
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ECS 105 - LCS SummerStart Supplemental Math Workshop College of Engineering and Computer Science
1 credit(s) Every semester
Workshop designed to supplement the theory taught in math courses. Design problems will incorporate course work. Limited enrollment/special permission.
Repeatable 7 time(s), 8 credits maximum
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ECS 109 - ECS SummerStart Seminar College of Engineering and Computer Science
1 credit(s) Only during the summer
Designed to assist first-year students with their transition from high school to the University setting. Introduction of resources that will assist in the student’s academic, social, cultural, and personal development through interactions with various representatives.
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ECS 110 - Introduction to Engineering Mathematics College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Only during the summer
This course brings together mathematics and engineering by quantifying and interpreting rates of change through the analysis of linear and non-linear phenomena and how these phenomena change with respect to time.
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ECS 114 - Academic Excellence Workshop for Pre-Calculus College of Engineering and Computer Science
1 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Designed to supplement the theory taught in pre-calculus. Problems will incorporate course work. The computational component is designed to reinforce the understanding of concepts through a series of repetitive exercises.
COREQ: MAT 194
Repeatable 2 time(s), 3 credits maximum
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ECS 115 - Academic Excellence Workshop for Calculus I College of Engineering and Computer Science
1 credit(s) Every semester
Designed to supplement the theory taught in Calculus I. problems will incorporate course work. The computational component is designed to reinforce the understanding of concepts through a series of repetitive exercises.
COREQ: MAT 295
Repeatable 2 time(s), 3 credits maximum
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ECS 116 - Academic Excellence Worksho for Calculus II College of Engineering and Computer Science
1 credit(s) Every semester
Designed to supplement the theory taught in Calculus II. Problems will incorporate course work. The computational component is designed to reinforce the understanding of concepts through a series of repetitive exercises.
COREQ: MAT 296
Repeatable 2 time(s), 3 credits maximum
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ECS 117 - Academic Excellence Workshop for Calculus III College of Engineering and Computer Science
1 credit(s) Every semester
Designed to supplement the theory taught in Calculus III. Problems will incorporate course work. The computational component is designed to reinforce the understanding of concepts through a series of repetitive exercises.
COREQ: MAT 397
Repeatable 2 time(s), 3 credits maximum
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ECS 122 - Academic Excellence Workshop for Intro. to Computing College of Engineering and Computer Science
1 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Designed to supplement the material taught in Introduction to Computing. Problems will incorporate course work and are designed to reinforce the understanding of concepts through a series of repetitive exercises.
COREQ: ECS 102
Repeatable 2 time(s), 3 credits maximum
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ECS 125 - Survey of Engineering Problems College of Engineering and Computer Science
2-3 credit(s) Irregularly
Current design and research problems in engineering presented by faculty members actively working on these problems. Opportunities for student participation and individual project.
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ECS 200 - Selected Topics College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-6 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Exploration of topics not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
Repeatable 11 time(s), 36 credits maximum
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ECS 201 - Academic Excellence Workshop for Statics College of Engineering and Computer Science
1 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Designed to supplement the theory taught in the static (ECS 221 ) course. Design problems will incorporate course work. Limited enrollment/special permission.
COREQ: ECS 221
Repeatable 2 time(s), 3 credits maximum
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ECS 202 - Academic Excellence Workshop for Dynamics College of Engineering and Computer Science
1 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Designed to supplement the theory taught in the dynamics course (ECS 222 ). Design problems will incorporate course work. Limited enrollment/special permission.
COREQ: ECS 222
Repeatable 2 time(s), 3 credits maximum
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ECS 203 - Introduction to Technology College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Crosslisted with: STS 203
Basic engineering principles behind some of today’s rapidly changing technologies. The capabilities, limitations, and application of these technologies to audio and TV systems, CD players, communications’ satellites, radar, computers, and the electric power system. For nonspecialists.
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ECS 204 - Mathematical Programming for Engineers College of Engineering and Computer Science
1 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Technical computing environment such as MATLAB; trigonometry and complex numbers; arrays and array operations; mathematical functions and applications; data analysis; selection programming; vectors; matrices and linear algebra; curve fitting and interpolation; integration and differentiation; symbolic processing.
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ECS 205 - Academic Excellence Workshop for Thermodynamics College of Engineering and Computer Science
1 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Designed to supplement the material taught in Thermodynamics. Problems will incorporate course work and are designed to reinforce the understanding of concepts through a series of repetitive exercises.
COREQ: MAE 251
Repeatable 2 time(s), 3 credits maximum
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ECS 206 - Academic Excellence Workshop for Mass & Energy Balances College of Engineering and Computer Science
1 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Designed to supplement the material taught in Mass & Energy Balances. Problems will incorporate course work and are designed to reinforce the understanding of concepts through a series of repetitive exercises.
COREQ: CEN 231
Repeatable 2 time(s), 3 credits maximum
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ECS 221 - Statics College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Fundamentals of static equilibrium. Vector algebra. Forces, moments, equivalent force systems. Free body diagrams and equilibrium problems in two and three dimensions. Analysis of structures and machines. Centroids and moments of inertia.
PREREQ: PHY 211 OR PHY 215
COREQ: MAT 296
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ECS 222 - Dynamics College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Dynamics of a particle. Newton’s law and D’Alembert’s principle. Plane motion. Cartesian, polar, and local coordinates. Energy and momentum methods. Motion of a rigid body. Review of vector algebra and moments of inertia.
PREREQ: MAT 296 AND ECS 221
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ECS 290 - Independent Study College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-6 credit(s)
In depth exploration of a problem or problems. Individual independent study upon a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor(s) and the department.
Repeatable
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ECS 301 - Understanding Contemporary Technology College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Survey of significant areas of technology: scientific bases, operating principles, physical capabilities and performance, economic limitations, social impact. Areas include: fuel, energy, materials, pollution control, environmental modification. May be taken in either order with 302.
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ECS 302 - Understanding Contemporary Technology College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Survey of significant areas of technology: scientific bases, operating principles, physical capabilities and performance, economic limitations, social impact. Areas include: fuel, energy, materials, pollution control, environmental modification.
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ECS 325 - Mechanics of Solids College of Engineering and Computer Science
4 credit(s) Every semester
Theory of deformation, stress, stress resultants, transformation. Elastic and inelastic constitutive behavior. Equilibrium. Tension and torsion of bars; flexure and shear of beams; pressure vessels. Thermoelasticity. Elastic and inelastic stability. Energy methods.
PREREQ: ECS 221
COREQ: MAT 397
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ECS 326 - Engineering Materials, Properties, and Processing College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Introduction to the properties and applications of engineering materials with emphasis on structure-property-processing relationships; fundamentals of structure, properties, and processing; materials selection for design; case studies of specific engineering applications.
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ECS 353 - Automotive Technology for Non-Engineers College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
A study of the modern automobile, using a recent model car as a laboratory example. Description and demonstration of engines, transmissions, body, suspension, brakes, steering, safety equipment, and fuel systems. Federal Motor Vehicle Standards.
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ECS 354 - Green Technology and Sustainability College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Energy consumption, climate change and global warming. The green movement. Current and alternative energy sources. Technologies for energy generation, conversion and storage. Sustainable development. Green economy. Political, economic and social aspects of green practices. Permission of instructor.
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ECS 365 - Engineering Peer Mentor Forum College of Engineering and Computer Science
1 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Designed to give Peer Mentors the opportunity to discuss issues and concerns within their weekly group meetings. Peer Mentors will work as a group to discuss, analyze, and problem solve advising and first year transition issues.
Repeatable 2 time(s), 3 credits maximum
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ECS 370 - Professional Practice College of Engineering and Computer Science
0 credit(s) Every semester
Full-time practical engineering or computer science work experience, with a participating employer, that is directly related to the student’s field of study and is of a semester’s duration. Student must be in good standing in the College of Engineering and Computer Science Cooperative Education Program.
Repeatable
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ECS 371 - International Professional Practice College of Engineering and Computer Science
0 credit(s)
A supervised work experience in a laboratory at one of several European universities near an SU Abroad center. Offered only overseas through Syracuse University Abroad.
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ECS 375 - Academic Excellence Facilitator Forum College of Engineering and Computer Science
1 credit(s) Every semester
Designed to give facilitators the opportunity to discuss issues and concerns within their weekly workshop. Facilitators will work as a group to discuss, analyze, and problem solve participant issues.
Repeatable 7 time(s), 8 credits maximum
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ECS 391 - Legal Aspects of Engineering and Computer Science College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Legal issues related to engineering and computer science are investigated using case studies, research projects, and term papers. Topics include patents, copyright, licenses, trade secrets, technology transfer, computer crime, contracts, and product liability.
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ECS 392 - Ethical Aspects of Engineering and Computer Science College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Every semester
Ethical issues related to engineering and computer science studied, including professionalism, collective and individual moral responsibility, codes of ethics, whistle blowing, conflict of interest, pluralism in the workplace, product liability, and employer-employee expectations.
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ECS 400 - Selected Topics College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-6 credit(s)
Exploration of engineering and computer science topics not covered by the standard curriculum but of interest to faculty and students in a particular semester.
Repeatable
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ECS 401 - Spec. Projects-Soling Program College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) At least 1x fall or spring
Projects sponsored by the greater University community are completed by interdisciplinary teams in consultation with a faculty advisor. Open to juniors and seniors.
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ECS 441 - Leonardo da Vinci: Artist and Engineer College of Engineering and Computer Science
4 credit(s) Odd academic yr e.g. 2007-8
Crosslisted with: HOA 425
Interdisciplinary exploration of the life and work of Leonardo da Vinci (1452-1519). Supplemented by required field trip to Europe. Special application required.
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ECS 470 - Professional Practice College of Engineering and Computer Science
0 credit(s) Every semester
Full-time practical engineering or computer science work experience, with a participating employer, that is directly related to the student’s field of study and is of one semester’s duration.
Repeatable
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ECS 480 - International Course College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-12 credit(s) Upon sufficient interest
Offered through SUAbroad by educational institution outside the United States. Student registers for the course at the foreign institution and is graded according to that institution’s practice. SUAbroad works with the S.U. academic department to assign the appropriate course level, title, and grade for the student’s transcript.
Repeatable
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ECS 490 - Independent Study College of Engineering and Computer Science
1-6 credit(s)
In-depth exploration of a problem or problems. Individual independent study upon a plan submitted by the student. Admission by consent of supervising instructor or instructors and the department.
Repeatable
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ECS 498 - Concepts & Issues of Tech. College of Engineering and Computer Science
3 credit(s) Irregularly
Role of engineering in modern society. Selection of criteria. Methods of problem analysis and decision making. Case studies.
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