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EDUC 439 - Methods in Social Studies for 5-9 Teachers
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Students engage in a study of instructional strategies, teaching and evaluating social studies in grades 5-9; includes explanation of principles that guide social studies instruction and determine appropriate assessment and use of technology in social studies.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Ed.
Corequisite(s): EDUC 330 ,READ 360 and READ 371
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EDUC 474 - Residency II: Senior Seminar
Lecture Hour(s): 2
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 2
Provides residents with opportunities to integrate and reflect on knowledge, skills, and dispositions acquired during their clinical experiences. Continued professional development and inquiry into current issues in the profession are explored. Additional assignments required per WV Policy. A grade of “C” or better is required for successful completion of this course. Spring and Fall
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Ed. & EDUC 473
Corequisite(s): EDUC 475
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EDUC 475 - Residency II: Student Teaching
Lecture Hour(s): 0
Lab Hour(s): 10
Credit Hour(s): 10
Fifteen weeks of full-time planning, teaching, and evaluation at the K-6 levels under the direct supervision of public school and college supervisors. Residents are required to complete the number of hours as outlined in WVDE policy. Spring and Fall
Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Ed.
Corequisite(s): EDUC 474
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EDUC 485 - Student Teaching Laboratory
Lecture Hour(s): 2
Lab Hour(s): 3
Credit Hour(s): 3
A laboratory experience in student teaching for teachers who have a minimum of three years teaching experience and who have been recommended by a Superintendent of Schools for Waiver of Student Teaching. The course consists of seminar, observation and Micro Teaching Experiences.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of the Director of Teacher Education.
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EDUC 490 - Topics in Education
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Formal courses in diverse areas of education. Course may be repeated for different topics. Specific topics will be announced and indicated by subtitle on the student transcript.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing.
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EDUC 496 - Classroom Management (AC)
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
An overview of current research and theories of learning and classroom management. Topics include behavior and classroom management techniques including the physical environment, motivation, routines, time management and self-regulation. Provides candidates with knowledge and skills necessary to meet the special needs of students, including those with 504 plans and Individualized Education Programs in accordance with all applicable laws (ex. the Individual Disabilities Education Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973) and those with limited English proficiency. The course will prepare teachers for success in both urban and rural settings. Candidates will learn about integration of the latest technology through instruction and activities to positively impact achievement. Candidates will complete the teaching experience with the minimum number of hours as required by WV Policy.
Prerequisite(s): Candidate must hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education with a minimum cumulative 2.5 GPA. Participants have met the basic skills and content proficiency exam coursework required to acquire a Professional Teaching Certificate as described in WVBE Policy 5202 and the West Virginia Licensure Testing Directory.
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EDUC 497 - General Methods (AC)
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Candidates will explore all aspects of a teacher’s responsibilities with opportunities for curriculum and planning, lesson delivery, and reflection. The course will provide candidates with experiences with goals and objectives, instructional strategies, assessment of and for learning, formative and summative assessment, student engagement for learning, differentiated instruction, technology, content knowledge, communicating with parents and students, and collaborating/involvement with school and community and parents. Provides candidates with opportunities to integrate and reflect on knowledge, skills, and dispositions acquired during the clinical experience. Continued professional development and inquiry into current issues in the profession are explored.
Prerequisite(s): Candidate must hold a bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education with a minimum cumulative 2.5 GPA. Participants have met the basic skills and content proficiency exam coursework required to acquire a Professional Teaching Certificate as described in WVBE Policy 5202 and the West Virginia Licensure Testing Directory.
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EGMT 317 - Project Management
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
A study of the fundamental terminology, skills, tools, and techniques applied to manage project activities in order to exceed client expectations for an engineering or computer science project. Coursework will include an introduction to the context of project management processes, team development, problem solving, scheduling & time management, cost control, quality monitoring & evaluation, documentation & communication, risk management, and continuous improvement. Fall
Prerequisite(s): COSC Prefix course, Junior Standing.
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EGMT 323 - Technology Entrepreneurship
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
This course introduces and examines the fundamentals of technology entrepreneurship, through instructor-guided individual and team projects, in-depth case studies, and research on the entrepreneurial process. Entrepreneurship is a business leadership approach that encourages individuals to confront problems by seek business opportunity through technological solutions. Entrepreneurship in technology involves identifying high potential, commercial opportunities, gathering talent and capital, and managing rapid development, growth and significant risks using principled decision-making skills. This course is designed to be valuable for undergraduate students who seek to understand the innovation and the entrepreneurial process. Fall
Prerequisite(s): MATH 220 , Junior Standing.
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EGMT 362 - Discrete Event Simulation
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Introduces fundamentals of modeling and simulating discrete-state, event-driven systems. Includes basic simulation concepts and terms, queuing theory models for discrete event systems, structure of discrete event simulations, problem formulation and specification, input data representation, output data analysis, verification and validation, and the design of simulation experiments. Spring
Prerequisite(s): ENGR 311 ;
Corequisite(s): COSC 201 .
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EGMT 401 - Business Planning for Engineers
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
This course emphasizes strategic planning and implementation for technology businesses. The highly interactive, live business-planning course integrates content from foundational courses such as engineering economics, operations management, project management with the development of analytical, communication, and teamwork skills. Students demonstrate their capacity to develop and execute organizational strategies in actual or simulated business situations. The course is designed for undergraduate engineering students to actively engage in business modeling for development of a product or technology to commercialize. Business planning concepts will be presented as a cohesive transformational process for technology students and future entrepreneurs to yield a document business plan that will suitable for entry in organized business plan competitions, obtaining external financing for a technology venture and serve as a valuable internal guide. Fall
Prerequisite(s): EGMT 323 .
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EGMT 410 - Operations Research
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Introduces operation research concepts including model formulation, graphical analysis, linear programming, the simplex method, sensitivity analysis network flow models, nonlinear programming and integer programming as a means to optimize industrial processes. Spring
Prerequisite(s): MATH 220 .
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EGMT 413 - Undergraduate Research
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
This course is intended to guide undergraduate students from School of Engineering Technology programs through the stages of writing a proposal for their research project and subsequent portfolio report, poster, or thesis. Topics include planning, research and documentation, writing technique and editing, document design, ethics, abstracts, presentation of the proposal, internship, assistantships and interdisciplinary perspectives. Fall
Prerequisite(s): EGMT 317 , MATH 220 , Senior Standing.
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EGMT 437 - Industrial Safety
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
This course introduces students to the fundamentals of safety in an industrial environment. Major topics include principles of safety management, plant layout and materials handling, computer-aided hazard analysis, and disaster management.
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EGMT 443 - Statistical Process Control
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Introduces fundamentals of process improvement tool and SPC. Includes basic probability and fundamental statistical concepts used in industrial process control charting. Topics include data collection techniques, descriptive analysis, control charts for variables data, control charts for attributes and process capability measures. Spring
Corequisite(s): ENGR 311 .
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EGMT 463 - System Dynamics
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Introduces system dynamics concepts including structure and behavior of dynamic systems, causal loop diagrams, stocks and flows, path dependence and positive feedback, delays, sensitivity analysis and verification and validation of models. Fall
Prerequisite(s): MATH 220 .
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EGMT 465 - Supply Chain Management
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
A study of into the fundamental concepts of Supply Chain Management and the techniques used to analyze aspects of logistics systems. Topics such as production, planning and control; inventory management; facility location; system dynamics; and warehousing and distribution systems will be covered in the course. The course addresses concepts, practical tools and the use of software that are important for the effective management of the supply chain.
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EGMT 472 - Facilities Planning
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Introduces facilities concepts including product design, process design, schedule design, machine requirement planning, space and activity relationships, product, process and cellular layout, material handling systems, computer aided facilities layout and single and multiple facility location problems. Spring
Prerequisite(s): ENGR 315 , EGMT 323 .
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EGMT 490 - Topics in Engineering Management
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Advanced formal course in diverse areas of Engineering Management. Course may be repeated for different topics. Specific topics will be announced and indicated by subtitle on transcript.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor
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ELET 110 - Circuit Analysis I
Lecture Hour(s): 4
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 4
A study of the concepts of complex circuit analysis for both direct and alternating current circuits. Topics studied include network theorems, sinusoidal alternating waveforms with basic elements and phases. ELET 112L is the lab component for the course and should be taken simultaneously with ELET 110. Spring
Prerequisite(s): GNET 102 .
Corequisite(s): ELET 112L , GNET 116 .
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ELET 112L - Electrical Measurements
Lecture Hour(s): 0
Lab Hour(s): 3
Credit Hour(s): 1
Stresses the practical application of circuit theory presented in ELET 110 . The design characteristics of electrical measuring devices including tools, meters and oscilloscopes are discussed and the proper use of these devices in various types of circuits is emphasized. Spring
Prerequisite(s): GNET 102 ,
Corequisite(s): ELET 110 .
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ELET 201 - Solid State Electronics
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 3
Credit Hour(s): 4
A study of solid-state electronics. The design and construction of semiconductor devices is discussed. Devices studied include germanium and silicon diodes, zener diodes, rectifiers and junction transistors. Fall
Prerequisite(s): ELET 110 , ELET 112L
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ELET 202 - Semiconductor Devices and Circuits
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 3
Credit Hour(s): 4
A follow up of solid-state electronics. The course focuses on further study of semiconductor devices and their applications. Study includes bipolar junction transistors, field effect transistors, thyristors and simple small-scale integrated circuits. Spring
Prerequisite(s): ELET 201 .
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ELET 203 - Industrial Electronics
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
A study of electronics that is used in modern industrial electronics. Topics include amplifiers and active devices, solid-state device theory, diodes and rectifiers, BJT’s, FET’s, thyristors, operational amplifiers and practical applications for electronics.
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ELET 205 - AC/DC Machinery
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 3
Credit Hour(s): 4
A study of the physical and operational characteristics of direct current motors and generators; stepper motors; transformers; single-phase and polyphase induction motors. Introduction and applications of variable frequency drives will be presented. Laboratory experiments are used to demonstrate the behavior of the devices under various operating conditions. Fall
Prerequisite(s): ELET 110 , ELET 112L
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ELET 209 - Power Systems
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Fundamentals and procedures in transmission and distribution of electrical energy along with introduction to principles of operations and applications of various electrical protection devices. Selection of proper protective devices and coordination of an electrical system will be examined. Fall
Prerequisite(s): ELET 110 .
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ELET 215 - Industrial Control Systems
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
A study of into the type of controls used in modern industrial production systems such as electrical, water, oil, gas, and manufacturing industries. Topics covered will include basics of electrical products, AC and DC motors and controls, control components, introduction to PLC’s, circuit breakers, busway design, switchgear, safety switches, surge protection, and transformers and other topics relevant to industrial controls.
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ELET 216/216L - Electrical Control Systems
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 3
Credit Hour(s): 4
A study of direct and alternating current systems for controlling operation of electric motors. Electromagnetic and static control systems are studied in detail. An introduction to the operations of a programmable controller will be included with both ladder logic. Spring
Prerequisite(s): ELET 205 .
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ELET 218/218L - Fundamentals of Computers
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 3
Credit Hour(s): 4
A study of the electronic construction and operation of digital computers, integrated components and elements electronically interconnected for obtaining basic digital computer performance, including an introduction to microprocessors. Individual components and elements are analyzed using Boolean algebra and Karnaugh mapping to insure the simplest and most economical networks. Some basic networks studied are exclusive OR, half adders, full adders, shift registers, comparators, counters, arithmetic, memory units and microprocessors. Spring
Prerequisite(s): GNET 116 .
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ELET 290 - Topics in Electrical Engineering Technology
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
A formed course in diverse areas of Electrical Engineering Technology. Course may be repeated for different topics. Specific topics will be announced and indicated by subtitle on transcript. Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
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ELET 304 - Integrated Circuit Technology
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 3
Credit Hour(s): 4
A study of medium and large scale integrated circuits and their applications. Special circuits using LCD, SCR, UJT, TRIAC and DIAC are studied. Spring
Prerequisite(s): ELET 202 .
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ELET 305/305L - Microprocessors
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 3
Credit Hour(s): 4
Microprocessors are studied as elements in bus-organized computers. Applications for controlling outside devices are studied. Flow charts are used to demonstrate how control decisions can be based on programmed, priority, or interrupt demands. Support devices are studied of which a few are: read only memories ROM, random access memories RAM, arithmetic logic units ALU, accumulators, and Input/output I/O devices. Fall
Prerequisite(s): ELET 218/218L
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ELET 307 - Circuit Analysis II
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Develops nodal and loop analysis. Circuits are studied using these techniques to solve more problems that are difficult. Thevenin’s and Norton’s theorems are rigorously studied. PSpice is introduced and used to solve complex circuits. Simple RC and RL circuits are also studied. Fall
Prerequisite(s): ELET 110 , MATH 220 .
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ELET 316 - Programmable Controllers
Lecture Hour(s): 2
Lab Hour(s): 3
Credit Hour(s): 3
Principles and applications of programmable controllers with introduction to basic components of the system and ladder logic programming; assignments will include work on industrial-type programmable controllers and software packages using a computer interfaced with a controller. Spring
Prerequisite(s): ELET 216/216L or consent of instructor.
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ELET 401 - Advanced Circuit Analysis
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Develops nodal and loop analysis. Circuits are studied using these techniques to solve more problems that are difficult. Thevenin’s and Norton’s theorems are rigorously studied. PSpice is introduced and used to solve complex circuits. Simple RC and RL circuits are also studied.
Prerequisite(s): ELET 307
Corequisite(s): MATH 310
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ELET 408 - Communication Electronics
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 3
Credit Hour(s): 4
Students are introduced to coupling networks, response analysis and noise. AM and FM transmission and reception, and related circuits are studied along with an introduction to transmission lines, antennas, and microwave circuits. Spring
Prerequisite(s): ELET 202 , MATH 220 .
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ELET 490 - Topics in Electrical Engineering Technology
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Advanced formal course in diverse areas of Electrical Engineering Technology. Course may be repeated for different topics. Specific topics will be announced and indicated by subtitle on transcript.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
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ELET 492 - Senior Project
Lecture Hour(s): 0
Lab Hour(s): 6
Credit Hour(s): 2
Students will perform a hands-on project, with prior approval of the faculty, requiring comprehensive understanding of the electrical engineering technology. This project can be done at the college facilities or at the area industries. The end product resulting from this project should be submitted to the advisor along with a small thesis-type report. The student will be required to make an oral presentation in front of a committee comprising all the faculty of the department.
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ENGR 111 - Engineering Graphics
Lecture Hour(s): 1
Lab Hour(s): 5
Credit Hour(s): 3
The development of the theory of projection as applied to orthographic, isometric, oblique, and perspective drawing forms, freehand techniques used to graphically delineate design ideas and specifications, conventional practices used in making working drawings, and coverage of descriptive geometry. Fall
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ENGR 201 - Statics
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Vector mechanics course covering concepts of forces, moments, couples, and resultants; equilibrium of particles and rigid bodies in two and three dimensions; forces in trusses, frames and machines; centroids and centers of mass for lines, areas, and volumes; distributed loads, internal shear-force and bending-moment calculations for beams; dry friction and belt friction; area moments of inertia and the parallel-axis theorem. Fall
Prerequisite(s): GNET 101 , GNET 116 .
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ENGR 202 - Strength of Materials
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Mechanics of materials course covering concepts of normal and shear stress and strain, deformation, factors of safety and stress s, axially-loaded members, torsionally-loaded members, shearing and bending of beams, internal shear-force and bending-moment diagrams, stresses resulting from combined loading, statically- indeterminate loading, thin-walled pressure vessels, stress transformation via equation and Mohr’s circle, beam deflection, column buckling, and thin-walled pressure vessels. Spring
Prerequisite(s): ENGR 201
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ENGR 230 - Surveying
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 3
Credit Hour(s): 4
The study of engineering measurements and errors, theory and use of instruments, topographic, construction, and route surveying, and applications of measurement in civil engineering. Spring
Prerequisite(s): MATH 220 , ENGR 111 .
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ENGR 302 - Dynamics
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Vector mechanics course covering the kinematics of particles and rigid bodies; Newton’s laws; work and energy methods; linear and angular impulse and momentum, impacts, mass moments of inertia, and rotating axes. Fall
Prerequisite(s): ENGR 201 , MATH 230 .
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ENGR 311 - Engineering Statistics
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Introduction to concepts and tools in probability and statistics, with applications to engineering design, systems analysis, manufacturing, and quality management problems. Fall
Prerequisite(s): GNET 116 .
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ENGR 313 - Engineering Mechanics I
Lecture Hour(s): 5
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 5
Statics and dynamics of particles and rigid bodies, using vector approach and calculus methods. Forces, reactions, equilibrium, centroids, moments, structures, distributed loads, frames and machines, and friction are covered in statics. Dynamics covers kinematics and kinetics of particles and rigid bodies, work, energy, momentum. Fall
Corequisite(s): MATH 230 .
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ENGR 314 - Engineering Mechanics II
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Mechanics of materials covering normal and shear stress and strain, distributed loads, second moment, torsion, beam theory, combined stresses, column theory, and pressure vessels, bolted, riveted and welded connections. Spring
Prerequisite(s): ENGR 313 .
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ENGR 315 - Engineering Economics
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
The study of the relative economy of engineering alternatives, compound interest in relation to calculation of annual costs, present worth and prospective rates of returns on investments, methods of depreciation, sinking cost, increment cost, general studies with emphasis on retirement and replacement of equipment, consideration of taxes, public works, and manufacturing costs as related to economic solutions of engineering proposals. Principles of engineering ethics are presented and related to costing. Fall
Prerequisite(s): MATH 220 .
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ENGR 324 - Engineering Technology Management
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
The study of technology ventures examines the global phenomenon known as “technology entrepreneurship” as a vital source of change in all facets of society that empowers individuals to seek opportunity where others see insurmountable problems. Technology entrepreneurship business leadership styles that involve identifying high-potential, technology-intensive commercial opportunities, gathering resources such as talent and capital, and managing rapid growth and significant risks using principled decision- making skills will be explored. Spring
Prerequisite(s): ENGR 315 .
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ENGR 325 - Numerical Analysis Techniques for Engineers
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
This course is an introduction to the numerical analysis. The primary objective of the course is to develop the basic understanding of numerical algorithms and skills to implement algorithms to solve mathematical and engineering problems on the computer.
Corequisite(s): MATH 220
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ENGR 413 - Undergraduate Research
Lecture Hour(s): 1
Lab Hour(s): 5
Credit Hour(s): 3
Independent research with a faculty member on a topic of mutual interest. Credit is granted only to students who function as an applied research assistant with the Center for Applied Research and Technology, Inc. CART at BSC, working with a faculty member on research in the professor’s area of expertise. Fall
Prerequisite(s): MATH 220 and Consent of instructor.
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ENGL 101 - Composition I
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Practice in techniques of effective academic writing with emphasis on the writing process, including rhetorical methods, patterns of organization, and an introduction to APA formatting. Available to students achieving above or equal to the following test scores: SAT ERW score of 480 and Reading score of 23; ACT score of 18 ENGL main and score of 17 Reading; ACCUPLACER score of 250 Writing and 252 Reading. Fall, Spring
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ENGL 101L - Composition I with Lab
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 2
Credit Hour(s): 4
Practice in the techniques of effective academic writing with an emphasis on the writing process, including rhetorical methods, patterns of organization, and an introduction to APA formatting. Additional lab time meant to assist students with acquiring reading, writing, and grammar skills necessary for successful completion of the course. Required of students scoring below Level 3 on the WV 11th grade ELA assessment AND below the minimum scores on any of the following: SAT ERW below 480 or Reading below 23; ACT below 18 ENGL main or below 17 on Reading; ACCUPLACER below 250 Writing or 252 Reading. Fall, Spring
Corequisite(s): BSCS 100
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ENGL 102 - Composition II
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Continued practice in reading and composition with an emphasis on the research process, including an introduction to literary analysis and MLA format. Students must earn a grade of a C or above or repeat this course to fulfill the general education requirement. Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): C or higher in ENGL 101 or ENGL 101L or CLEP score of 50 or higher or advanced placement waiving ENGL 101 or ENGL 101L or ACT English mechanics/usage subtest score of 9 or higher or COMPASS Writing Diagnostics test score of 76 or higher.
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ENGL 201 - World Literature I
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
A study of representative works of world literature from antiquity to 1750. The course emphasizes the study and consideration of the literary, cultural, and human significance of selected great works of the Western and non-Western literary traditions. This course gives special attention to critical thinking and writing within a framework of cultural diversity. Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): A grade of C or higher in ENGL 102 . HIST 101 is recommended.
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ENGL 205 - World Literature II
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
A study of representative works of world literature from 1750 to the present. The course emphasizes the study and consideration of the literary, cultural, and human significance of selected great works of the Western and non-Western literary traditions. This course gives special attention to critical thinking and writing within a framework of cultural diversity. Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): a grade of C or higher in ENGL 102 . HIST 102 is recommended.
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ENGL 208 - Writing in the Professions
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Applied study in technical communications- written, oral, and visual media. Includes writing abstracts, proposals, research design and methodology, editing, proofing, and discipline-specific projects. Spring
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 or ENGL 101L
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ENGL 290 - Topics in English
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Formal course in diverse areas of English composition or literature. Course may be repeated for different topics.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 102 .
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ENGL 291 - Creative Writing
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
A creative writing course with variable topics as announced such as poetry, fiction, drama, children’s literature, science fiction.
Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in ENGL 102 .
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ENGL 295 - Teaching English as a Foreign Language
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
This course is designed to provide students with an accredited teaching certification in teaching English as a foreign language (TEFL), which can be used both for teaching English online and abroad. While the emphasis is on foreign language teaching methodology, other aspects of English language teaching, such as varied linguistic and cultural contexts, will also be addressed. At the end of each segment of the course, participants will be expected to be able to produce lesson plans that demonstrate understanding of TEFL principles and methods.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 102 , COMM 201 or COMM 208
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ENGL 300 - Major American Authors
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
American writer’s representative of significant currents in our culture from the Puritan and Colonial period to the present, emphasizing nineteenth and twentieth century figures. Spring
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 201 or ENGL 205 .
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ENGL 301 - English Grammar
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
A comprehensive course comprising the major rules of Standard American English SAE usage, sentence structure, mechanics, and conventions. Includes pedagogical approaches to teaching grammar. Fall, Spring
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 or ENGL 101L , ENGL 102 .
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ENGL 302 - Major British Authors
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
A survey of representative works of the principal figures in British literature from Beowulf to the present with special attention to stylistic, religious, philosophical, and social trends. Fall
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 201 or ENGL 205 .
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ENGL 305 - Advanced Studies in Fiction
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
This course will undertake an advanced study of fiction organized by a theme, genre, or medium chosen by the instructor. Multiple forms of fiction media may be considered, including prose fiction, graphic fiction, film, television, or gaming. Special emphasis will be placed on the verbal and written analysis of narrative structure and genre, as well as understanding fiction as a mode of social criticism. Spring
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 201 or ENGL 205 .
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ENGL 307 - Regional and Ethnic Literature
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
A general survey of folkloric backgrounds of Appalachian and African American literatures, tracing their respective developments from primitive to sophisticated forms. Spring
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 201 or ENGL 205 .
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ENGL 308 - Linguistics
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
A study of the terminology, phonology, morphology, and syntax of the English language, with an introduction to the concepts of transformational grammar. Fall
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 201 or ENGL 205 .
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ENGL 310 - Children’s Literature
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
The selection, analysis, evaluation, and presentation of world literatures for children and adolescents, methods for using these materials in the classroom, appreciation for the depth and variety of such literatures, and exploration of the issues related to these texts. Fall
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 201 or ENGL 205 .
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ENGL 320 - Adolescent Literature
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Examination of the types of world literatures suitable for adolescents, methods for using these materials in the classroom, appreciation for the depth and variety of such literatures, and exploration of issues related to these texts. Spring
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 201 or ENGL 205 .
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ENGL 322 - The Teaching of Composition
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
A survey of methods of teaching composition in secondary schools, with emphasis on recent developments in the teaching of high school composition. Spring
Prerequisite(s): Grade of C or better in ENGL 308 .
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ENGL 335 - Applied Studies in Language Arts
Lecture Hour(s): 1
Lab Hour(s): 2
Credit Hour(s): 3
Applied Studies in Language Arts 3 credit hours- 1 hour of class & 2 hours of directed projects, internships, and externships in the language arts to include areas of study in advertising, branding, public relations, dramatics, mass communication channels and technologies like print, radio, television and the internet with an emphasis on communication across small groups, organizations and culture. May be repeated to 6 hours.
Prerequisite(s): COMM 201 or COMM 208 .
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ENGL 390 - Topics in Literature
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Selected topics of worldwide literary importance or of popular interest and contemporary relevance. May be repeated for different topics, offered as announced. Spring
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 201 or ENGL 205 , or consent of instructor.
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ENGL 392 - Advanced Composition
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Intensive practice in specialized writing skills such as the popular article. The Professional Article, the Personal Essay, the Formal Essay, and the Critical Review.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 102
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ENGL 409 - Advanced Research
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Teaches strategies for writing academic papers, conducting and writing research, and improving overall writing skills. Focus is academic writing including researching, writing proposals, orally presenting research, and a thesis-driven research paper. Fall
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 201 or ENGL 205 .
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ENGL 490 - Advanced Topics in Literature
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
An in-depth study of a major, world-renowned writer or period in world literatures. May be repeated for different topics; offered as announced. Fall
Prerequisite(s): 6 hours from 300 level courses.
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ENGL 495 - Special Topics in English
Credit Hour(s): 1-3
Studies in major field for students who have demonstrated a capacity for responsible work.
Prerequisite(s): ENGL 102
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ENSC 201 - Environmental Science I
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Interrelationships between human activity and the environment; provides a global perspective; emphasis on the biological principles and processes essential to understanding the environment. Fall
Prerequisite(s): Eligibility to enroll in ENGL 101 .
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ENSC 202 - Environmental Science II
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Interrelationships between human activity and the environment; provides a global perspective; emphasis on the chemical and physical principles and processes essential to understanding the environment. Spring
Prerequisite(s): Eligibility to enroll in ENGL 101 .
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ENSC 203L - Environmental Science I Laboratory
Lecture Hour(s): 0
Lab Hour(s): 2
Credit Hour(s): 1
Laboratory sessions designed to reinforce lecture in ENSC 201 . Fall
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): ENSC 201 .
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ENSC 204L - Environmental Science II Laboratory
Lecture Hour(s): 0
Lab Hour(s): 2
Credit Hour(s): 1
Laboratory sessions designed to reinforce lecture in ENSC 202 . Spring
Prerequisite(s)/Corequisite(s): ENSC 202 .
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Entrepreneurship |
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ENTR 210 - Accounting and Financial Principles for Entrepreneurs
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Presents practical accounting and financial planning tools for small business owners. Introduction of the accounting information cycle, journals, ledgers, financial statement analysis, ratio analysis, cash flow, forecasting profit and obtaining capital.
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ENTR 312 - E-commerce for Entrepreneurs
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
This course introduces students to the online world of e-commerce. The class will equip students with the skills necessary to launch a successful e-commerce venture while addressing common challenges and pitfalls. Students will be required to apply skills in a hands-on environment by completing one of the following activities: 1) developing an e-commerce application for an existing business, or 2) presenting a turn-key business of their own with a functioning website, product photos/videos, sourcing plan, shipping/fulfillment plan, and advertising plan. Students will present their e-commerce application project to a panel of faculty for grading.
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ENTR 341 - Small Business Accounting & Financial Management
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
This course examines various accounting and financial concepts that are important to successful entrepreneurial ventures. Students will develop accounting statements and learn how to use accounting and financial information to aid in entrepreneurial decision-making. Other topics include cash flow management, ratio analysis, sources of capital, debt management, forecasting, and budgeting.
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ENTR 350 - Marketing for Entrepreneurs
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
An in-depth analysis of entrepreneurial marketing strategies for today’s small business, focused on how small businesses in different industries reach their specific marketplace. Special emphasis on the use of e-commerce strategies and techniques is provided.
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ENTR 460 - Lessons in Innovation and Entrepreneurship
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
An analysis of the knowledge, skills, abilities, strategies and tools required to be successful in creating and growing an entrepreneurial venture. The case study approach will be utilized in this class and students will also interface with regional entrepreneurs.
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ENTR 488 - Experiential Entrepreneurship
Lecture Hour(s): 2
Lab Hour(s): 1
Credit Hour(s): 3
This course is about how to create interest in a new business venture. It will focus on developing the three items that are commonly used by entrepreneurs to gain support for a business idea: 1 the executive summary or summary of a business idea; 2 the feasibility plan; and 3 the elevator pitch. Students will be prepared for and required to participate in available business plan competitions.
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Finance |
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FINC 350 - Financial Management
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Examines key areas of financial analysis with particular attention given to corporate financial management. Topics include financial statement analysis, ratio analysis, pro forma financial statements, internal and external sources of funds, operating and financial advantage, time value of many concepts, capital markets, capital structure, stock and bond valuation techniques, capital budgeting, cost of capital, and dividend policies. Spring
Prerequisite(s): ACCT 202 or Permission of Instructor.
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FINC 390 - Financial Planning & Analysis
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Application of various principles of finance to in-depth case studies. Emphasis is on business problem solving by utilizing tools of financial analysis.
Prerequisite(s): FINC 350 or Permission of Instructor.
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FINC 395 - Money & Banking
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Origin, development, and functions of money; banking functions and processes; the Federal Reserve System and monetary policy.
Prerequisite(s): FINC 350 or Permission of Instructor.
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FINC 400 - Investments
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Investment risks, security analysis, investment policymaking, both indididual and institutional.
Prerequisite(s): FINC 350 or Permission of Instructor.
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French |
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FREN 101 - Elementary French I
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Grammar and syntax, pronunciation, elementary written and oral composition. Fall
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FREN 102 - Elementary French II
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 3
Continuation of FREN 101 with introduction of elementary collateral readings. Spring
Prerequisite(s): FREN 101 .
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General Engineering Technology |
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GNET 101 - Technical Physics I w/Lab
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 3
Credit Hour(s): 4
A study of mechanics and heat. Topics discussed include vectors, concurrent and non- concurrent forces, kinematics and linear motion, work, energy, simple machines, impulse, momentum, thermal expansion, specific heat, and change of state. Fall
Prerequisite(s): ACT score in mathematics of 19 or above, or GNET 114 or COMPASS Engineering Math score of 59 or higher.
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GNET 102 - Technical Physics II w/Lab
Lecture Hour(s): 3
Lab Hour(s): 3
Credit Hour(s): 4
A study of the basic concepts of electricity and the application of these concepts to fundamental direct and alternating current circuits. The principles of electromagnetism and electrostatics are also studied and applied to problems involving the production and utilization of electric energy. Spring
Prerequisite(s): ACT score in mathematics of 19 or above, or GNET 114
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GNET 115 - Technical Mathematics I
Lecture Hour(s): 4
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 4
A study of fundamental algebraic concepts and operations, functions and graphs, trigonometric functions and their graphs, linear equations and determinants, factoring, fractions, vectors, and triangles. Fall
Prerequisite(s): ACT score in mathematics of 19 or above, or GNET 114
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GNET 116 - Technical Mathematics II
Lecture Hour(s): 4
Lab Hour(s): 0
Credit Hour(s): 4
A study of exponents and radicals, complex numbers, logarithms, systems of equations, theory of equations, inequalities, determinants, matrices, variations, progressions, properties of trigonometric functions, and inverse trigonometric functions. Spring
Prerequisite(s): GNET 115 or GNET 115L
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GNET 299 - Problems in Engineering Technology
Credit Hour(s): 1-3
Independent study on a problem in a field in engineering technology under the supervision of an instructor, culminating in a written and/or oral report. credit may be repeated to a maximum of 3 hours credit.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor and dean.
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GNET 490 - Topics in Engineering Technology
Credit Hour(s): 3
Advanced formal course in a field in engineering technology. Specific subject matter will be announced and indicated by subtitle in schedule and student transcript.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
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