(3 units)Advanced topics in bridge engineering including curved plate girder, fatigue design and evaluation of steel bridges, reliability analysis of LRFD AASHTO, seismic design and retrofit.
CEE 729 - Seismic Isolation for Structural Systems
(3 units)Protective systems, seismic isolation, energy dissipation, simplified methods of analysis, design of isolated structures, design of isolation hardware, case studies.
(3 units)Analysis of single and multidegree of freedom systems for time dependent loadings, with particular attention to earthquake excitation and response spectrum techniques.
(3 units)Advanced methods of analysis and design of structural systems subjected to dynamic loads. Elastic and inelastic analysis of single and multi-degree systems. Introduction torandom vibration and Fourier transform methods. Design application to building, bridges and reservoirs.
CEE 734 - Pavement Reconstruction, Rehabilitation and Maintenance
(3 units)Techniques for reconstruction, rehabilitation and maintenance of flexible and rigid pavements including recycling, preventive maintenance, routine maintenance and soil stabilization design, and construction considerations.
(3 units)Conducts the project and network-level pavement management processes. Identifies the data to be collected and how to define the conditions of the pavement.
(3 units)Seepage effects and control; flow net. Stability of natural and man-made slopes under various loading conditions. Design and construction of earth dams and embankments.
(3 to 4 units)Advanced topics dealing with shallow and deep foundations, including mat foundations, laterally loaded piles and culverts. Additional material dealing with machine foundation design requires prerequisite CEE 745 for additional credit.
(3 units)Laboratory testing of soil and soil rock mixtures as related to civil, geological, and mining engineering projects. Tests will demonstrate geotechnical material properties and behavior.
(3 units)An environmental chemistry/engineering approach to the quantitative analysis of chemical kinetics and transformation reactions in natural environments and engineered systems.
(1 to 3 units)Specialized study in any of the subjects pertaining to civil engineering. Subject matter may be arranged after conference with staff members and administrative officers concerned. Maximum of 6 credits.
(1 to 3 units S/U Only)Course is used by graduate programs to administer comprehensive examinations either as an end of program comprehensive examination or as a qualifying examination for doctoral candidates prior to being advanced to candidacy.
(1 to 3 units S/U Only)Report of professional quality, based on engineering experience and independent study or investigation. May be required for completion of Plan B, Master of Science program.
(1 to 4 units)Provides access to faculty for continued consultation and advisement. No grade is filed and credits may not be applied to any degree requirements. Limited to 8 credits (2 semester) enrollment. For non-thesis master’s degree students only.
(3 units)Theory and practice in the composition and delivery of public speeches. Advanced techniques of message development, organization and style. (Formerly COM 213; implemented SP10).
Units of Lecture: 3 Offered Every Fall, Spring, and Summer
(2 units)Participation in intercollegiate debate and individual events as a member of the university debate squad, plus participation in related on-campus events. Does not fulfill requirements for a major in speech communication.
(2 units)Participation in intercollegiate debate and individual events as a member of the university debate squad, plus participation in related on-campus events. Does not fulfill requirements for a major in speech communication.
Units of Laboratory/Studio: 2 Offered Every Spring
(2 units)Participation in intercollegiate debate and individual events as a member of the university debate squad, plus participation in related on-campus events. Does not fulfill requirements for a major in speech communication.
(2 units)Participation in intercollegiate debate and individual events as a member of the university debate squad, plus participation in related on-campus events. Does not fulfill requirements for a major in speech communication.
Units of Laboratory/Studio: 2 Offered Every Spring
(3 units)Basic approaches to research in speech communication. Introduction to historical, analytical, critical and empirical methods of investigation.
Units of Lecture: 3 Offered Every Fall, Spring, and Summer
(3 units)Theory and practice of oral argumentative discourse; intensive study of argumentative principles and debate fundamentals; participation in class discussions, speeches and debates.
(2 units)Participation in intercollegiate debate and individual events as a member of the university debate squad, plus participation in related on-campus events. Does not fulfill requirements for a major in speech communication.
(2 units)Participation in intercollegiate debate and individual events as a member of the university debate squad, plus participation in related on-campus events. Does not fulfill requirements for a major in speech communication.
Units of Laboratory/Studio: 2 Offered Every Spring
(3 units)Speech communication in face-to-face and co-acting groups. Analysis of group cohesiveness, leadership, role structure, information processing and decision-making.
Units of Lecture: 3 Offered Every Fall, Spring, and Summer
(3 units)Analysis of communication functions and networks in organizational settings. Organizational structures and dynamics and their effect upon the communication process. (Formerly COM 428; implemented SP10).
(3 units)Practice of the principles of public speaking, conference methods and group discussions which are applicable to the business and professional community.
Units of Lecture: 3 Offered Every Fall, Spring, and Summer
(3 units)Contemporary theory and research in persuasive communication; role of speech communication in changing beliefs, attitudes, values, intentions, and behavior. (Formerly SPCM 435/635; implemented Spring 2004.)
(2 units)Participation in intercollegiate debate and individual events as a member of the university debate squad, plus participation in related on-campus events. Does not fulfill requirements for a major in speech communication.
(2 units)Participation in intercollegiate debate and individual events as a member of the university debate squad, plus participation in related on-campus events. Does not fulfill requirements for a major in speech communication.
Units of Laboratory/Studio: 2 Offered Every Spring
(3 units)Exploration of gendered verbal and nonverbal communication in various social interaction settings. Includes friendships, families, classrooms, organizations, and the media.
(3 units)Factors important to meaningful communication across cultures with emphasis on intercultural differences in North America. (General Capstone and Diversity course.)
Prerequisite(s): CH 201; ENG 102; junior or senior standing.
Units of Lecture: 3 General Capstone Course, Diversity Course Offered Every Fall and Spring
(3 units)Description and analysis of public discourse by agitators and those opposed to agitation. Focus on significant movements for change in recent American history.
COM 490 - Special Problems in Speech Communication
(1 to 3 units)Designed for students who wish to study in depth a particular area of general speech, rhetoric and public address or communication theory. Maximum of 6 credits.
(2-3 units)Supervised intern experience in commercial, non-profit, public, or governmental organizations. Only three credits count toward major or minor. Maximum of 6 credits.
(3 units)Contemporary theory and research in persuasive communication; role of speech communication in changing beliefs, attitudes, values, intentions, and behavior. (Formerly SPCM 435/635; implemented Spring 2004.)
(3 units)Exploration of gendered verbal and nonverbal communication in various social interaction settings. Includes friendships, families, classrooms, organizations, and the media.
Units of Lecture: 3 Offered Every Spring - Odd Years
(3 units)Factors important to meaningful communication across cultures with emphasis on intercultural differences in North America. (General Capstone and Diversity course.)
Units of Lecture: 3 General Capstone Course, Diversity Course Offered Every Fall and Spring
COM 690 - Special Problems in Speech Communication
(1 to 3 units)Designed for students who wish to study in depth a particular area of general speech, rhetoric and public address or communication theory. Maximum of 6 credits.
(1 to 3 units S/U Only)Course is used by graduate programs to administer comprehensive examinations either as an end of program comprehensive examination or as a qualifying examination for doctoral candidates prior to being advanced to candidacy.
COM 798 - Internship: Applied Communication Systems
(1 to 3 units)Professional work experience in close association with selected executives–managers in education, business and governmental agencies. Maximum of 6 credits.
(1 to 4 units)Provides access to faculty for continued consultation and advisement. No grade is filed and credits may not be applied to any degree requirements. Limited to 8 credits (2 semester) enrollment. For non-thesis master’s degree students only.
(1 unit)Self-learning approach to terminology used in medical professions. Emphasis on understanding word roots and building vocabulary. Offered through correspondence only. (Formerly HE 111; implementation Fall 2009)
(3 units)Analysis and methods of communication. Strategies for dealing with specific behavioral and psychosocial issues in the professional setting. (Formerly HE 310; implementation Fall 2009)
(3 units)Survey of health/social policy making, including current and future trends. Emphasis on legislation related to disease prevention, health promotion, and health care. (Formerly HE 340; implementation Fall 2009)
(3 units)Examines disability issues related to health and wellness from historical, philosophical, psychological, and sociological perspectives. (Diversity course.) (Formerly HE 360; implementation Fall 2009)
Units of Lecture: 3 Diversity Course Offered Every Fall and Spring
(4 units)A survey of the bodys response to exercise, including the cardiovascular, respiratory, nervous, skeletomuscular and metabolic systems adjustments to acute and chronic exercise. (Formerly HE 370; implementation Fall 2009)
(4 units)Analysis of movement, structure and function of skeletal muscles, comparison of movement patterns, purposes, relationship to health and psychosocial components. (Formerly HE 270; implementation Fall 2009)
(3 units)Integrative study of the meaning of physical activity from philosophical, cultural and ethical perspectives. (Major capstone course.) (Formerly HE 410; implementation Fall 2009)
Prerequisite(s): 12 credits in CHS; CH 201; ENG 102; junior or senior standing.
Units of Lecture: 3 Major Capstone Course Offered Every Spring
(3 units)Exploration of developmental processes and life events which impact health and wellness from childhood through late adulthood (Capstone course). (Formerly HE 421; implementation Fall 2009)
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing.
Units of Lecture: 3 General Capstone Course Offered Every Fall and Spring
(3 units)Application of anthropological theory and methods to human health, illness, and healing. A course designed for those interested in cross-cultural issues of health and diversity in health care. (Formerly ANTH 406, 606; implemented Fall 2004.)
(3 units)Examination of how communities are affected by environmental toxins and how contaminated communities organize and respond to health effects of such environmental processes. (Formerly HE 427/627; implementation Fall 2009)
(3 units)Principles used in measuring health outcomes with a focus on measures of frequency, associations, and epidemiological study designs. (Formerly HE/PUBH 473/673; implementation Fall 2009)
(3 units)Intrapersonal and interpersonal relationships in health and wellness. Topics include socialization process, social psychological determinants of behavior, needs and attitudes. (Formerly HE/PUBH 474/674; implementation Fall 2009)
Prerequisite(s): ENG 102 ; CH 201 ; junior or senior standing.
CHS 476R - Aids: Psychosocial and Health Care Concerns
(3 units)Clinical, public health, psychosocial, ethical, legal, and economic issues affecting prevention and health care delivery. (Formerly HE/PUBH 476/676; implementation Fall 2009) (General Capstone course.)
(1 to 3 units)Guided research in health ecology that is of mutual interest to the student and faculty. Maximum of 6 credits. (Formerly HE/PUBH 492/692; implementation Fall 2009)
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