Credits: 4Fundamentals of language structure and introduction to French culture enabling students to converse, read, and write simple French. Class work may be supplemented with required aural/oral practice outside of class. Prerequisites: FREN 101. Notes: Course meets SGR #4.
Credits: 3Goals of the introductory course continued. Emphasis on cultural and intellectual aspects of French life and literature. Class work may be supplemented with required aural/oral practice outside of class. Prerequisites: FREN 102. Notes: Course meets SGR #4.
Credits: 2-3Intensive conversational work to develop interpersonal, interpretive, and presentational modes of communication in French. Prerequisites: FREN 102 and FREN 201 (completed or concurrent). Notes: May be taken concurrently with French 201 or with another course above 201.
Credits: 1-4Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.
Credits: 1-6Applied, monitored, and supervised field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and/or directed plan of study established by the student, instructor, and field-based supervisor. Due to the presence of a field experience supervisor, a lower level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with an internship or practicum course.
Credits: 3This course provides experience in translation from French into English. Initial focus on specific structural, lexical, and grammatical issues that pose problems, followed by units covering literary and technical translation. Experience using online dictionaries, reference works, forums, and how to approach difficult passages and translation problems. Introduction to professional translation tools. Prerequisites: FREN 202.
Credits: 3A video and computer-assisted, advanced level course designed to strengthen and expand oral comprehension, conversation and composition within the context of contemporary French culture. Prerequisites: FREN 202.
Credits: 3Overview of the historical events in Francophone civilizations as they relate to contemporary culture. Second semester emphasizes contemporary Francophone culture and civilization Prerequisites: FREN 202.
FREN 350 - Business Communications in French (COM)
Credits: 3An introduction to the language of business and business practices in French-speaking countries. Included are commercial terminology, business forms, office correspondence and the common expressions used in a business setting. Prerequisites: FREN 202.
Credits: 1-6Offered to students engaged in an approved program of studies under faculty supervision. Hours of credit as contracted with instructor and approved by the cooperating institutions.
Credits: 1-3A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually limited with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement.
Credits: 3This class will cover how French culture has developed throughout history, specifically in France, and will explore geography, history, politics and art. Students will investigate the many cultural influences that have impacted present-day France, and they will be required to do extensive independent research and writing. Prerequisites: FREN 310 or instructor’s consent.
Credits: 1-3Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.
Credits: 1-3Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.
Credits: 1-3Applied, monitored, and supervised field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and/or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses.
Credits: 1-6Applied, monitored, and supervised field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and/or directed plan of study established by the student, instructor, and field-based supervisor. Due to the presence of a field experience supervisor, a lower level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with an internship or practicum course.
Credits: 3This is a survey course for the field of food science. Topics include fundamental food science principles, the food industry, the food science professional, and contemporary issues. Notes: Spring.
FS 251 - Food Safety and Quality Management Systems
Credits: 3Fundamentals of management systems for food safety and quality and introduction to legal and regulatory principles for food safety and quality. Management systems including Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Statistical Quality Control (SQC), Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points (HACCP), and International Standard Organization (ISO) 22000 will be discussed. The management systems monitoring and maintaining the safety and quality of the food products will be emphasized. Notes: Fall.
Credits: 4Study of physical and chemical factors affecting food quality and safety, including the effects of food processing and preparation methods. Students will become familiar with techniques in sensory evaluation and basic principles of food analysis. Prerequisites: FS 101; CHEM 108, CHEM 120 or CHEM 326. Corequisites: FS 341L-341. Notes: Even Fall.
FS 351-351L - Principles of Food Processing and Lab
Credits: 3Study of physical/chemical principles and approaches used in heat processing, freezing, dehydration, and fermentation of foods. Current processing methods will be considered in terms of preparation, processing, packaging, and quality control of food products. Prerequisites: FS 251 and CHEM 106 or CHEM 114. Corequisites: FS 351L-351. Notes: Odd Fall.
Credits: 3The study of chemical properties of basic food constituents and chemical changes occurring during storage and processing. Prerequisites: CHEM 106 or CHEM 114 or consent. Notes: Odd Spring.
Credits: 4Principles and techniques of physical and chemical analysis of food products. It will include proximate analysis of moisture, protein, lipid, and carbohydrates and chemical or instrumental analysis of vitamins, minerals and food additives. Prerequisites: FS 360. Corequisites: FS 450L-450/550L-550. Notes: Even Spring.
FS 451-451L/551-551L - New Food Product Development and Lab
Credits: 4This course is designed as a capstone course for undergraduate Food Science students and an introductory course for graduate students in food-related majors. The principles and technologies of food storage, process and packaging will be discussed in depth. Emphasis will be placed in the development of new food products. Prerequisites: FS 351-351L and MICR 311. Corequisites: FS 451L-451L/551L-551. Notes: Even Spring.
Credits: 1-3Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic.
Credits: 1-3A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually limited with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement.
Credits: 1-3Applied, monitored, and supervised field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and/or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses.
Credits: 1-6Applied, monitored, and supervised field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and/or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses.
Credits: 1-6Independent research problems/projects or scholarship activities. The plan of study is negotiated by the faculty member and student. Contact between the two may be extensive and intensive. Does not include research courses which are theoretical.
Credits: 2Introduction to basic concepts for success as an apparel merchandising major. Topics include mass media, research, teams, and careers in apparel merchandising.
Credits: 3An investigation of fiber, yarn, fabrication, finishes and their interrelationship to specific end use and consumer satisfaction. Prerequisites: Sophomore standing. Corequisites: FSRM 242L-242.
Credits: 3Principles in the promotion of merchandise to varied consumer groups by all segments of the fashion industry. Study of the techniques used for fashion promotion. Experience in planning, execution, installation and evaluation of advertisements, displays, and special events. Corequisites: FSRM 274L-274.
Credits: 3Examination and application of customer service as a tool for business to develop positive interactions with current and potential customers. Discussion of customer service as an integral tool in customer relationship management. Cross-Listed: CS 282.
Credits: 3Course develops aesthetic judgment and design literacy of students. Fashion design for various levels of the industry including protective and functional clothing markets are studied. Prerequisites: FSRM 172. Corequisites: FSRM 315L-315.
Credits: 3Development of styles of dress from ancient times; social significance, symbolic meaning, and functions are investigated. The Snellman Hsia Collection serves as primary source material.
Credits: 3The study of aesthetics as it adds pleasure to our surroundings. Investigation of event design, store design, and product design that offer a multidimensional and unified brand experience. Applications of the elements and principles of design to a wide range of disciplines. Laboratory course to accompany FSRM 361. Corequisites: FSRM 361L-361.
Credits: 3Analysis of trends for the purpose of forecasting merchandise procurement. Development of merchandise lines within the forecast model. Study the buying process. Prerequisites: FSRM 253. Corequisites: FSRM 372L-372.
Credits: 3Social skills and professional conduct in a global workplace. Emphasis will be on interpersonal communication and cross-cultural interactions appropriate in the work environment. Cross-Listed: CS 381.
Credits: 3Examine and analyze the development and strategies of the continually changing structures within the retail community considering career opportunities, consumer demand and the competitive nature of retailing within the global economy.
Credits: 3Analysis of merchandising and marketing strategies for business profitability, sustainability and success. Emphasis on long term forecasting and planning; exploration of computer applications. Prerequisites: FSRM 372-372L and MATH 102. Corequisites: FSRM 472L-472.
Credits: 3Examine the process of globalization within the fiber, textile, apparel and retail (FTAR) complex. Analyze size, scope and components. Consider the role politics and social responsibilities have within global trading regions and the FTAR complex. Develop computer skills in sourcing. Prerequisites: FSRM 372-372L. Corequisites: FSRM 473L-473.
Credits: 1-5This travel-study course is designed to provide extra-mural educational experiences, as approved by and under the direction of a faculty member, and may be in cooperation with faculty and administrators at other institutions. Students will participate in hands-on activities and design educational activities for presentation at selected locations. Includes pre-travel orientation, post-travel self-evaluation, and a written report.
Credits: 3A highly focused, and topical course. The format includes student presentations and discussions of reports based on literature, practices, problems, and research. Seminars may be conducted over electronic media such as internet and are at the upper division or graduate levels. Enrollment is generally limited to fewer than 20 students. Prerequisites: FSRM 495.
Credits: 1-3Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.
Credits: 1-3Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.
Credits: 3Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses. Prerequisites: CS 377, FSRM 462, and FSRM 477; 2.2 GPA required.
Credits: 3This studio course focuses on principles of creating animation and sequential imagery that include a wide variety of time-based practices such as traditional cel-style animation, human-figurative work, stop-motion, cut-out, camera-less, pixilation, image capture and editing. Corequisites: ART 111.
Credits: 3A study of user-centered design principles, focusing on constructing static websites using HTML and CSS. Prerequisites: C or better in GDES 216.
Credits: 3This course introduces and explores concepts of design research to influence design practice. Students will learn to observe users, analyze and synthesize findings, use these findings to inform their work, and execute design work based on this observation, analysis, and synthesis. Prerequisites: C or better in GDES 101.
Credits: 3An introduction to typographic history, theory and practice. Emphasis on historical and contemporary typographic usage; hand and computer-generated projects. Prerequisites: C or better in GDES 101.
Credits: 3A continuation of Typography I. Students will explore a variety of functional, expressive, and formal typographic issues. Prerequisites: GDES 216. Corequisites: GDES 207.
Credits: 1-3A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually limited with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement.
Credits: 3A non-programming intermediate computer graphics course focusing on digital-imaging and page-layout applications for graphic designers. Recommend concurrent enrollment in GDES 216. Prerequisites: C or better in GDES 101.
Credits: 3This studio course expands on principles of creating animation and sequential imagery to include a wide variety of approaches that include character and concept development, narrative and non-narrative structure, audio design, image capture, advanced compositing and digital ink and paint. Prerequisites: GDES 203 or equivalent, ART 112 or concurrent enrollment.
Credits: 3This course explores the moving image as an information communication tool. The course also emphasizes overall time-based communication and a conventions for the creation of graphics and motion elements for broadcast over a variety of media outlets. Prerequisites: C or better in GDES 203.
Credits: 3Continuation of Interactive Design I. The application of design principles to develop web user interfaces. Includes analysis of informational content, context, target audience, usability testing. Prerequisites: C or better in GDES 207.
Credits: 3A studio course that explores sustainable packaging design strategies and practices with special focus on environmentally, socially and economically friendly design products. Prerequisites: C or better in GDES 310.
Credits: 3A course focusing on transition into professional practice by providing opportunity to create design solutions for clients. Prerequisites: C or better in GDES 310.
Credits: 3A course focusing on the creation a design portfolio, the practice interview techniques, and survey of employment markets and opportunities. The course will culminate in a senior exhibition. Prerequisites: C or better in GDES 310.
Credits: 3The studio course develops and expands practices in cel-style animation, stressing digitally drawn techniques and increases the study of time-based theory and contemporary applications. Using digital methods of image creation and capture, compositing and editing, students produce an original short animation from concept to completion. Prerequisites: GDES 303, ART 112, ART 122 and ART 211. Notes: Course can be repeated for additional credit.
Credits: 3A capstone course for graphic design students to demonstrate design knowledge and achieve mastery working on individualized projects. Prerequisites: GDES 401 or ART 494. Corequisites: GDES 402.
Credits: 3A design studio course that explores an introduction to the methods, tools, and processes involved in creating information graphics for digital and physical platforms from complex data. Prerequisites: C or better in GDES 310.
Credits: 3A study of the theory, practice, and use of relevant technologies for designing both print and digital publications. Prerequisites: C or better in GDES 310.
Credits: 3A design studio course that explores the user interface design process and the industry-standard methods for how to approach the design of a user interface responding to users’ needs in digital and physical experience. This course examines different usability heuristics methods and its effectiveness by analyzing qualitative and quantitative information.
Credits: 1-3This travel study course is designed to provide extra-mural educational experiences, as approved by, and under the direction of a faculty member, and may be in cooperation with faculty and administrators of other institutions. Students will participate in hand-on activities, and design educational activities for presentation at selected locations. Includes pre-travel orientation, post-travel self-evaluation and a written report and/or exhibition or portfolio of art/design work.
Credits: 1-3Applied, monitored, and supervised field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and/or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses.
GE 101 - Introduction to Engineering and Technical Professions
Credits: 1Introduction to the professional disciplines in the college of engineering. Topics include engineering problem solving, success strategies, tools and resources, ethics, and overview of professional careers.
Credits: 1A course in graphical communication, expression and interpretation. The ability to visualize in three dimensions is developed through shape description, sketching and multi-view projection exercises. The emphasis is on visualization and free hand sketching. Also includes Engineering, Mechanical, and Architectural scales, geometric constructions, use of instruments, dimensioning, and sectional views. Corequisites: One MATH course except for 021, 101, 100T.
Credits: 1This course provides a basic in graphical descriptive geometry as applied to solving spatial problems. Graphical conventions including but not limited to section, scales, and dimensions are also covered. Prerequisites: GE 121.
Credits: 1A course with Major emphasis on 2-dimensional drafting skills and 3dimensional solid modeling utilizing microcomputer software. All work requires a “hands-on” approach. Prerequisites: GE 121.
Credits: 2Study and application of ANSI Y14.5M standards for GD&T as variation in part tolerances in the design of products and components for assembly; applications relative to product design, production, testing, and inspection are covered.
Credits: 1A survey course introducing machine tools and their applications. Automation in machining and CNC programming and operations are also topics addressed in this course.
Credits: 3An examination of technological change by means of current problems and case studies. The creation and utilization of tools, machines, materials, techniques and technical systems will also be studied, as well as their environmental impacts.
Credits: 3Basic statics, dynamics, and two-dimensional analysis of stress and strain. Fundamental principles of structural and machine elements. Prerequisites: MATH 102 or higher and 1 course from PHYS.
Credits: 3Methods to recognize and prevent hazards in construction and manufacturing settings. Workplace safety fundamentals including personal protective equipment, hazardous materials handling, electrical safety, fall protection, and emergency action plans.
Credits: 1-3Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.
Credits: 1-3Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.
Credits: 1-3Special, intense sessions in specific topic areas. Approximately 45 hours of work is required for each hour of credit. Workshops may vary in time range but typically use a compressed time period for delivery. They may include lectures, conferences, committee work, and group activity.
Credits: 1-3Applied, monitored, and supervised field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and/or directed plan of study established by the student, instructor, and field-based supervisor. Due to the presence of a field experience supervisor, a lower level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with an internship or practicum course.
Credits: 3Human factors engineering (HFE), sometimes called ergonomics, deals with optimizing working and living conditions through design for human use. This course will explore design methods to enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of work and to enhance product user’s comfort, safety, health and satisfaction.
GE 425-525 - Occupational Safety and Health Management
Credits: 3This course covers methods to implement and manage a safe work environment. Study will address OSHA standards and other related governmental regulations, hazard recognition and control, accident cost assessment, ergonomics, and emphasis on a proactive approach to accident prevention.
Credits: 3An overview of project management as it relates to integrated systems, product/project life cycle, and organizational change. Defining, estimating, scheduling, risk management, and project team leadership issues will be covered as they relate to projects. Prerequisites: Instructor consent.
Credits: 1-3Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.
Credits: 1-3Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.
Credits: 1-3Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses.