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GEN 113X. Exploring Possibilities in Life Sciences. (Cross-listed with BIOL 113X). (1-0) Cr. 1. Seminar focusing on introducing students to life science fields and careers. Explores interdisciplinary career paths and guidance on strategies for success in achieving career goals. Satisfactory-fail only.

GEN 114X. Experiential Learning and Explorations in Life Sciences. (Cross-listed with BIOL 114X). (2-0) Cr. 1. A second year experiential learning course focused on careers in life science fields. Sections offer themed learning allowing students to choose an immersive experience in an area of interest. Sections utilize hands-on engagement, field trips to on- and off-campus locations, and small group discussions with speakers working in different life science careers. Satisfactory-fail only.

GLOBE 222X. Global Engagement. (Cross-listed with POL S 222X). (3-0). Cr. 3. F. Engagement with social and political issues on a global scale. Contributions of individual action, non-governmental organizations, and governments to changing societal and international outcomes. Techniques for identifying and addressing problems around the world. Meets International Perspectives Requirement.

GEN 299X. Introduction to Undergraduate Research. (Cross-listed with BIOL 299X). Cr. 1-2. F.S.SS. Identify a research opportunity on campus and conduct guided research under the supervision.

GLOBE 431X. Global Healthcare Delivery Systems. (3-0). Cr. 3. F. Prereq: Junior classification or GLOBE 330 or GLOBE 360 or MICRO 310 or HS 350 or Permission of Instructor. Exploration of structures and functions of healthcare delivery systems. Concepts, scope, challenges, and current strategies of existing health care delivery systems are discussed. Strategies to enhance healthcare delivery systems through case studies. Course content emphasis on low- and upper-middle income nations and utilizes systems approach.

GLOBE 432X. Field Course Global Public Health Services Delivery Systems. (3-0). Cr. 3. S. Prereq: Junior classification or GLOBE 330 or GLOBE 360 or MICRO 310 or HS 350 or Permission of Instructor. Exploration of global public health infrastructures and processes through experiential learning. Discussion of challenges in global public health and application of best practices to enhance quality of public health service delivery in low- and upper-middle income country through a field trip. Location an duration of international travel will vary. Course fee will vary by location.

GLOBE 482X. Soils of the Tropics. (Cross-listed with AGRON 482X). (3-0). Cr. 3. S. Prereq: 9 credits in AGRON, GLOBE, ENSCI or related discipline. AGRON 354 recommended. Properties, classification, and geographic distribution of tropical and near-tropical soils and landscapes with emphasis on their suitability for cropping

GR ST 531X. Thriving in Graduate School. (1-0). Cr. 1. F. Part one of a four-part series of courses in the Center for Communication Excellence’s (CCE’s) Academic Communication Practices (AcComP) Certification Track. Focus on identifying and overcoming challenges associated with the transition to graduate school. Orientation to Graduate College standards, resources, and requirements. Determining goals for graduate education. Satisfactory-Fail only.

GR ST 532X. Mapping Graduate School Trajectory. (1-0). Cr. 1. S. Part two of a four-part series of courses in the Center for Communication Excellence’s (CCE’s) Academic Communication Practices (AcComP) Certification Track. Focus on planning for empirical research and responsible research standards. Utilizing Graduate College, CCE, and university resources to succeed in graduate school. Orientation to creative component/thesis/dissertation expectations and guidelines. Identifying strategies to achieving goals in graduate education. Satisfactory-Fail only.

GR ST 533X. Sustaining Productivity through Accountability in Graduate School. (1-0). Cr. 1. F. Part three of a four-part series of courses in the Center for Communication Excellence’s (CCE’s) Academic Communication Practices (AcComP) Certification Track. Focus on reporting and disseminating research findings, maintaining accountability, and producing high quality communication. Preparation for creative component/thesis/dissertation phase and meeting of Graduate College requirements. Executing strategies to achieving goals in graduate education. Satisfactory-Fail only.

GR ST 534X. Attaining Success in Graduate School. (1-0). Cr. 1. S. Part four of a four-part series of courses in the Center for Communication Excellence’s (CCE’s) Academic Communication Practices (AcComP) Certification Track. Focus on preparing creative component/thesis/dissertation and readying for the job market. Preparation for final oral exam phase and meeting the graduation requirements. Achieving goals in graduate education. Satisfactory-Fail only.

GR ST 548X. Improving academic and professional speaking skills. (2-0). Cr. 2. S. Skill building to improve oral presentation fundamentals for graduate students in any discipline. Principles and guidance in both personal speaking style and maximizing impact of presentation software. In-depth lectures and class discussions on all aspects of presentation skills. Video and anonymous peer review of individual speeches.

GR ST 698X. Graduate Internship: Part-Time CPT. Cr. R. F.S.SS. Prereq: Permission required from Graduate College. Internship course for graduate students completing part-time internship. Internship is fewer than 20 hours per week or fewer than 90 days. International students must have approved part-time CPT prior to the semester of enrollment. Satisfactory-Fail.

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H S 167X. The Science of Health Behavior Change. (3-0) Cr. 3. SS. A theory- and evidence-based approach to the understanding of health behavior change.Practical approaches to promote introspection, increase self-awareness, motivation, confidence, and alignment between lifestyle and personal values. Meets U. S. Diversity Requirement.

HCI 523X. Qualitative Research Methods in HCI . (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Introduction to qualitative research methods specific to human computer interaction and user experience research, both from an academic perspective and applied industry perspective. Conduct, write, and critique qualitative research. Examples and projects will be drawn from human computer interaction domains, e.g., mobile apps, web applications, automated vehicle, self-checkout stations, etc. Methods include focus groups, interviews, surveys, and many others.

HCI 530X. Perspectives in HCI. (3-0). Cr. 3. SS. An exploration of different perspectives in HCI that covers: inclusive and humane design; the intersection of technology and race, gender, age, and class; technology around the world; the impact of technology on democracy; social engineering and cybersecurity; and other relevant topics students would like to explore.

HCI 550X. User Experience Methodologies. (Cross-listed with ARTGR 550X). (3-0). Cr. 3. S. Prereq: Graduate classification or Permission of Instructor. Fundamentals of lean user experience design, discovery and process.

HCI 579X. Methods for Interdisciplinary Research. (Cross-listed with ARCH 579X). (3-0). Cr. 3. Prereq: Senior or graduate classification. Introduction to qualitative, quantitative, and experimental methods for interdisciplinary research. Themes drawn from architectural history, design fields, human computer interaction, and applied social sciences; guest speakers attend to present their research methodologies. Students develop a research paper on a topic of their choice.

HCI 584X. Python Application Development in HCI. (3-0). Cr. 3. SS. Prereqs: Working knowledge of Python equivalent to HCI 574. Must be enrolled in the HCI graduate program. Completion or concurrent enrollment in the HCI Design requirement. Implement Python code and write design documents (“specs”) and complement their code with sufficiently detailed documentation in development of a large Python project of the student's choosing. Typical development process: idea, specification, prototyping and implementation (including debugging, testing, refactoring) and documentation and result in a demo-able final product. Fulfills the implementation requirement of the HCI program.

HCM 391X. Internship in Healthcare Management. (3-0). Cr. 3. Repeatable. Prereq: At least 12 hours of HCM coursework with a cumulative HCM-specific GPA of 2.0 or better. The internship is an integrative experience in a healthcare setting that allows students to apply the skills and knowledge obtained through their academic preparation in healthcare management. The internship consists of a minimum of 120 contact hours. Students are required to submit written and/or oral reports to the instructor of record on the internship experience as it relates to the healthcare management curriculum. Students may be responsible for facility-specific fees associated with the completion of organizational requirements, such as training and immunization.

HCM 398X. Cooperative Education. Cr. R. Repeatable. Prereq: At least 12 hours of HCM coursework with a cumulative HCM-specific GPA of 2.0 or better. Students who wish to remain enrolled in Iowa State and work full time in a healthcare management position can complete the Cooperative Education course. The cooperative education experience in a healthcare setting that allows students to apply the skills and knowledge obtained through their academic preparation in healthcare management. Students are required to submit written and/or oral reports to the instructor of record on the internship experience as it relates to the healthcare management curriculum. Students may be responsible for facility-specific fees associated with completion of organizational requirements, such as training and immunization. Satisfactory-Fail.

HCM 404X. Cost-Effectiveness Analysis in Healthcare. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: COM S 113, STAT 226, FIN 301. Introduces cost-effectiveness analysis in the healthcare context.  Examines different forms of economic evaluations for healthcare interventions or technology, and how this impacts managerial decision-making. Includes cost-effectiveness, cost-utility, cost-benefit, cost-consequence, and cost-minimization analysis. Develops knowledge and skills in how to use these methods for evidence-based and ethical decisions in healthcare and other types of organizations.

HCM 453X. Current Issues in Healthcare Management. (3-0). Cr. 3. Prerq: HCM 301. Designed to complement the required curriculum in the Healthcare Management (HCM) major. Explores a rotating selection of cutting edge and timely topics in the area of HCM, with an emphasis on the application of HCM knowledge and skills to the challenges facing today’s organizations. Develops an awareness and understanding of the range, scope, and complexity of management-related issues in the modern (and post-pandemic) healthcare organization. Opportunities to apply introduced HCM knowledge, skills, and tools through class projects and exercises.

HCM 490X. Independent Study in Healthcare Management. (3-0) Cr. 3. Repeatable. Prereq: At least 12 hours of HCM coursework with a cumulative HCM-specific GPA of 2.0 or better. Students may accumulate knowledge of practices informing the discharge of healthcare management duties via an independent research effort. Students will be expected to independently identify a focus area of healthcare management for further study and complete a comprehensive review of the relevant academic literature. On the basis of those findings, students will propose and execute a research study that addresses a meaningful gap in knowledge with practical applications. Successfully completing this activity will require extensive data collection (including integration with the University’s Institutional Review Board), analysis and synthesis. The culmination of these efforts will be a formal research manuscript (minimum 30 pages, exclusive of references, tables and figures) and an oral presentation to faculty and peers detailing the outcomes of the student’s investigation as it pertains to informing HCM practices.

HCM 504X. Advanced Cost-Effectiveness Analysis in Healthcare. (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: Graduate status. Focuses on cost-effectiveness analysis as a decision-oriented tool that takes both costs and consequences of actions into account in a systematic way. Includes methods such as decision analysis, Markov models, and different ways of conducting sensitivity analysis. Discusses ethical implications of using cost-effectiveness analysis for managerial decision-making in healthcare organizations. 

HG ED 583X. Governance and Oversight of Higher Education. (3-0). Cr. 3. Introduction to governance and oversight of higher education, including federal and state roles, boards of trustees, governance structures, external oversight, regulation, strategic planning, and legal issues.

HG ED 658X. Program Evaluation & Decision-Making in Community Colleges. (3-0). Cr 3. Prereq: Admission to Ed.D. Program or Permission of Instructor. Focus on theoretical and practical issues of program evaluation and decision-making within the community college sector of higher education. Includes components of theory, design, implementation, analysis, and application of results for program improvement.

HIST 345X. History of American Business. (3-0). Cr. 3. Prereq: Sophomore classification. American business history from the Revolution to present; reviews agriculture, industrialization, technological change, depressions, wars, globalization.

HORT 497X. Domestic Horticulture Travel Course. Cr. V 1-4. Irr. F.S.SS. Repeatable.  Prereq: Permission of instructor. Study and tour of production methods in major horticultural regions of the US. Influence of climate, economics, geography, soils, landscapes, markets, cultures, and history of horticultural crops. Location and duration of tours will vary. Tour expenses paid by students. Limited enrollment.

HSP M 393AX. Hospitality Management Industry Workshop: Confectionary Art. (2-2) Cr. 3. Repeatable. Introduction to the culinary art of sugar, caramel and confectionary. Students will learn confectionary skills and how to utilize them to create sugar and caramel based recipes. Different activities will allow students to apply the theoretical concepts and gain experience in making desserts and caramel creations. Maximum of 6 credits of HSP M 393 can be applied toward graduation.

HSP M 393BX. Hospitality Management Industry Workshop: Baking and Pastry Art. (2-2) Cr. 3. Repeatable. Introduces students with practical experience working in a realistic bakeshop situation to restaurant kitchens and bakeries. Students will become familiar with producing a variety of baked goods as well as setting up “Mise En Place”, different baking techniques, and dessert plating techniques for the dining room and banquet situations. Focus on weights, measurements, formulas, general baking classifications, handling, and storage of ingredients, safety and handling, production of yeast raised dough products, cakes, cookies, batters, bread, biscuits, muffins, pies, and special dessert preparation. Introduction to various ingredients and how they affect the finished product by giving a tender crumbed and a well-developed crust. The essential basic functions of ingredients and the techniques of scaling, pan preparation, and sifting. Maximum of 6 credits of HSP M 393 can be applied toward graduation.

HSP M 393MX. Hospitality Management Industry Workshop: Molecular Gastronomy. (2-2) Cr. 3. Repeatable. F. Introduction to molecular gastronomy as a type of modern and innovative cuisine through both sweet and savory culinary applications. Develop and apply basic and advanced culinary skills. Basic principles of chemistry, biology, and physics and how they can be used in combination with culinary arts techniques to create unique culinary experiences. Maximum of 6 credits of HSP M 393 may be applied toward graduation.

HSP M 507X. Teaching, Career Planning & Professional Development. (1-0). Cr. 1. F. Seminar course focused on developing teaching skill, planning career, and practicing professionalism for graduate students in hospitality and tourism management. Introduces and discusses a number of topics regarding the high-impact instructional methods and teaching techniques needs for the future hospitality educators at the college level. Discussion of career planning and professional development for graduate students encompasses the activities and resources that can help students sharpen a skill set to secure their future career as a hospitality educator in the higher education.

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I E 453X. Engineering Problem Solving for Defense. (3-0). Cr. 3. Prereq: At least two engineering classes at a 200-level or higher. The primary objective of IE 453X is to obtain practice in comprehensive engineering and communication skills, while simultaneously honing personal effectiveness and entrepreneurial skills, through the development and completion of an engineering project sponsored by a Department of Defense (DOD) agency. Engineering expectations include applying both previously learned and newly acquired knowledge and skills to identify, formulate, and solve a complex engineering problem, which results in tangible deliverables for the DOD agency. The semester’s projects will revolve around the theme of prototyping solutions for national security. Engineered solutions will consider extensive ramifications, including defense and security, political, ethical, environmental and energy, and global issues. Project developments will be communicated via the Lean Startup methodology made famous by Stanford University to iteratively cut through the complexity. Student teams will provide the DOD sponsor with a validated problem, a validated solution concept, and a prototyped Minimal Viable Product.

I E 511X. Data Modelling for Industrial Engineering . (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: I E 361 or Stat 231, and knowledge of linear algebra. Overview of parametric versus nonparametric methods, inference; introduction to rank-based tests and/or nonparametric smoothing methods for estimating density and regression functions; smoothing parameter selection; applications to semiparametric models and goodness-of-fit tests of a parametric model; application of feature selection methods, multivariate data exploration. Oral and written reports.

I E 580X. Introduction of Project Management for Thesis Research. (Cross-listed with CH E 580X and M S E 580X). (1-0) Cr. 1. F.S. Tools and skills of Project Management (PM) adapted from industry to improve efficiency in thesis research. Project charter initiation for thesis, timeline and meeting scheduling tools, expectation management, and communication with advisors. Practice of the PM skills using student’s own thesis. Presentation of a project charter. Demonstration of knowledge of related PM skills and the ability of utilizing these skills for thesis research. Sharing thesis ideas and learning experience in the Graduate for Advancing Professional Skills (GAPS) learning community. Satisfactory-Fail grading only.

I E 635X. Optimization with Decision Diagrams. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: I E 510 and I E 534. Advanced dynamic programming for optimization. Discrete and continuous state-space models. Deterministic and stochastic models. Infinite-horizon models. Recursive formulations. Decision diagrams for integer programs. Exact decision diagrams. Relaxation and restriction of decision diagrams. Specialized branch-and-bound strategies. Variable orderings. Applications of decision diagrams in various areas of optimization.

I E 645X. Laser-based Advanced Manufacturing. (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: I E 545 or I E 549 or an equivalent graduate-level manufacturing engineering course. Concepts and fundamentals of laser-matter interaction. Design, optimization and analysis of laser shock processing and laser heating-based manufacturing. Advanced manufacturing simulations. Literature review, data analysis, and academic writing/presentation of laser-based advanced manufacturing research.

I E 677X. Human Augmentation Engineering. (3-0) Cr. 3. Repeatable. Alt. F., offered in 2020. Prereqs: I E 577 or I E 571 or by permission of instructor. Utilization of engineering controls, training techniques, and administrative controls to augment human capabilities to improve worker performance and resiliency. Explore how engineering techniques can be utilized to enhance human physical and cognitive capabilities. Investigate the effect of the environment on humans and how to adapt workers to extreme environments.

IND D 281X. Study Abroad Pre-Departure Orientation. (1-0). Cr. 1. F.S. Repeatable. Orientation course to prepare students academically and culturally for their study abroad experience. Information provided on local health, safety, security, and logistics. Satisfatory-Fail Only.
Meets International Perspectives Requirement.

IND D 345X. Sketchnoting. (3-0) Cr. 1-3. Focus on student learning engagement and knowledge retention through visual note-taking. Introduction to sketchnoting as a creative and non-traditional visual note-taking methodology fostering active listening and synthesis. Learn to create visual libraries as they pertain to select subjects and practice visual notetaking through live lectures and study note development. Reflection sketchnotes will provide students an opportunity to discover their own learning progress and connections across courses.

IND D 381X. Exploration of Design and Artisanship throughout Europe. (2-0). Cr. 2. Repeatable. SS. Prereq: IND D 281X. Academic and cultural visits to major landmarks, production facilities, companies, museums in Germany, France, Belgium and the Netherlands that provide context for understanding more about the traditions and practice of design and craftsmanship.

IND D 465X. Textiles for Softgoods. (3-0). Cr. 3. S. Repeatable. This course provides an introduction to the study of textiles and their use in industrial soft goods applications. Instructional methodology includes application-oriented projects focused on the manufacture, acquisition, and utilization of textiles for product development and industrial uses.

IND D 599X. Creative Component. Cr. V 1-6. Repeatable. F.S.SS. Prereq: Permission of major professor. The creative component is a comprehensive and in-depth study and development of a focused project chosen by the student and approved by the major professor. The completed project will culminate in an oral defense, comprehensive documentation and produce an artifact. Satisfactory-Fail.

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JL MC 140X. Identity, Diversity and the Media. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Understand perspectives and biases within journalism, advertising and public relations content, including content shared through social-media platforms. Analyze content generated by others. Topics include media literacy, source evaluation, portrayals of diverse groups, identification of diverse sources and strategies for reducing bias in media work.
Meets U.S. Diversity Requirement.

JL MC 414X. Digital Newsroom. (1-4) Cr. 3. F. Prereqs: JL MC 344 or 346 or 347; C+ or better in JL MC 202 or JL MC 206.  Fundamentals of digital content creation for use in online news service. Emphasis on reporting, writing and editing skills with additional training in digitizing content. Includes production of photography, slide shows, audio production, video production and blogs.

JL MC 504X. Advanced Communication Research Methods: Qualitative. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: JL MC 502 or equivalent research methods course. In-depth examination of qualitative methods in journalism and mass communication research. Social scientific and humanistic modes of inquiry. Discussions of critical-cultural theory, design and presentation of qualitative studies, and application of qualitative research methods in communication.

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KIN 294AX. Practicum in Adult Fitness Assessment: Techniques and Interpretation . Cr. 1-6. F.S. Prereq: KIN 258 and permission of instructor. Introduction to principles and techniques involved in conducting and interpreting physical fitness assessments in adults. Students interested in gaining practical experience in health coaching should enroll in the associated practicum course (KIN 294B). Satisfactory-Fail.

KIN 294BX. Practicum in Adult Fitness Assessment: Supervised Experience . Cr. 1-2. Repeatable. F.S.SS. Prereq: KIN 258; KIN 294A (or concurrent enrollment); and permission of instructor . Conduct and interpret physical fitness assessments with adults. Protocols for assessing aerobic, muscular fitness, and flexibility, and will have opportunities to practice and refine these skills in supervised adult fitness settings. Satisfactory-Fail.

KIN 474X. Music and Neuroscience. (Cross-listed with MUSIC 474X). (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: KIN 372 or permission by instructor. Understanding how music is processed in the brain and the implications for healthy care and education. Online discussions about how music changes all aspects of the brain from neurotransmitters to cortical reorganization.

KIN 573X. Impact of Physical Activity on Healthy Aging. (3-0) Cr. 3. Alt. F. Prereq: KIN 355, KIN 358, KIN 366, KIN 372 or equivalent, or permission of instructor. Issues of aging from multiple kinesiological perspectives, such as the role of physical activity on brain health, on muscle health, on bone health, and on emotional health. Presentation of research article by students, and discussion; or research articles. Guest professors will present within their area of expertise and lead the discussions. Each student will complete a major writing assignment and verbal presentation in which a review of literature on a related topic will be presented.

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LAS 205X. Multicultural Leadership in Practice. (1-0). Cr. 1. F. Prereq: LAS 105; LAS 106; BOLD Learning Community membership. Second year experience for students in the BOLD learning community to support the diverse representation and retention of undergraduate multicultural students in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Continued discussion on multicultural leadership practice in higher education (i.e., current/historic leaders of color at Iowa State and other higher education institutions). Students are provided with the opportunity to design and execute student-focused campus leadership projects. Includes regular one-on-one and group peer mentoring with multicultural students leaders.

LAS 206X.Multicultural Leadership and Communication. (1-0). Cr. 1. S. Prereq: LAS 105; LAS 106; LAS 205X; BOLD Learning Community membership. Second year experience for students in the BOLD learning community to support the diverse representation and retention of undergraduate multicultural students in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. The course expands on previous BOLD courses by delving into communication through a multicultural leadership perspective. Through a combination of guest lectures, group discussions, and interactive exercises, students will learn how to effectively communicate with and lead individuals from different cultural backgrounds as multicultural leaders themselves, as well as develop strategies for creating inclusive and equitable environments.

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M E 280X. Design and Analysis of Cyber-Physical Systems. (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: ENGR 160 or equivalent; PHYS 221. Introduction to the basic concepts of cyber-physical systems (CPS); physical and cyber considerations and constraints for design, analysis, performance monitoring and control of human-engineered physical systems; basic concepts of sensing, information processing and feedback actuation. Substantial hands-on computer programming activity relevant to CPS applications.

M E 373X. Science and Practice of Brewing. (Cross-listed with FS HN 373X). (1.5-4.5) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: CHEM 167 or CHEM 177 and PHYS 221 or PHYS 231 or BIOL 211 or BIOL 212; or permission by the instructor; 21 years of age for all students. Introduction to brewing science and technology. Understanding the role of malts, hops, water, and yeast in production of ale and lager beers. Unit operations in brewing. Health, safety, and environmental sustainability in alcohol production and consumption. Weekly laboratory in practical aspects of beer production.

M E 491X. Laboratory Component. Cr. 1-3. This course is designed specifically for transfer and study abroad students who need to make up a lab to fulfill course requirements.

M S E 580X. Introduction of Project Management for Thesis Research. (Cross-listed with CH E 580X and I E 580X). (1-0) Cr. 1. F.S. Tools and skills of Project Management (PM) adapted from industry to improve efficiency in thesis research. Project charter initiation for thesis, timeline and meeting scheduling tools, expectation management, and communication with advisors. Practice of the PM skills using student’s own thesis. Presentation of a project charter. Demonstration of knowledge of related PM skills and the ability of utilizing these skills for thesis research. Sharing thesis ideas and learning experience in the Graduate for Advancing Professional Skills (GAPS) learning community. Satisfactory-Fail grading only.

M S E 582X. Data Analytics and Machine Learning in Materials Research . (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Basics of data mining and machine learning as applied to materials data from both experiment and computational modeling. Focus on determining the correlation of structures and properties in a wide range of materials systems, with an emphasis on mesoscale structures (e.g., microstructures). Understanding of and proficiency in these tools to apply them in their research. Applications oriented, with those applications taken from real-world materials data.

MAT E 485X. Penetrating Radiation Methods in Nondestructive Evaluation. (3-0). Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: MAT E/E M 362, MAT E 215 or MAT E 273. An introductory course to the science of radiography for use in nondestructive evaluation. Topics such as X-ray generation, X-ray interaction with matter, components necessary for image creation, automatic processing, densitometry, radiation protection, scatter radiation, factors controlling scatter radiation and digital/computed radiology will be covered. In addition, basic atomic structure and fundamental physics will be covered at the start of the course to ensure the student has a basic foundation upon which to build.

MATH 163X. Elements of Calculus.  (4-0) Cr. 4. F. Prereq: (Satisfactory performance on placement assessment; 2 years of high school algebra; 1 year of high school geometry) or MATH 140. Preparation for MATH 160 and MATH 165. Functions, graphing, basic trigonometry, logarithms, exponentials, limits, continuity, basics of differentiation.Preparation for MATH 160 and MATH 165. Functions, graphing, basic trigonometry, logarithms, exponentials, limits, continuity, basics of differentiation. Only one of MATH 163 and MATH 165 may count toward graduation. Also, only one of MATH 143 and MATH 163 may count toward graduation.

MATH 164X. Advanced Elements of Calculus. (4-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: MATH 163X. Advanced differentiation, applications of the derivative, introduction to integral calculus. Only one of MATH 151 or MATH 160 or MATH 164 or MATH 165 may be counted towards graduation.

MATH 392X. Mathematical Communication. (3-0). Cr 3. F. Prereq: MATH 301 or MATH 414.  Principles of mathematical communication. How to create convincing logical arguments in written, oral, and visual formats. Using LaTeX for document preparation.

MATH 422X. Mathematical Principles of Data Science. (Dual-listed with MATH 522X). (Cross-listed with DS 422X). (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: MATH 414. Mathematical foundations of algorithms in data science. Topics include Riemann-Stieltjes integration, Riesz-Markov theorem, Stone-Weierstrass theorem, Universal Approximation theorem, reproducing kernel Hilbert spaces, Cauchy and Fourier kernels, convergence of clustering algorithms, and topological persistence.

MATH 522X. Mathematical Principles of Data Science. (Dual-listed with MATH 422X). (Cross-listed with DS 422X). (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: MATH 414. Mathematical foundations of algorithms in data science. Topics include Riemann-Stieltjes integration, Riesz-Markov theorem, Stone-Weierstrass theorem, Universal Approximation theorem, reproducing kernel Hilbert spaces, Cauchy and Fourier kernels, convergence of clustering algorithms, and topological persistence.

MATH 623X. High-Dimensional Probability and Linear Algebra for Machine Learning. (Cross-listed with E E 623X). (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: MATH 510 or MATH 507; E E 523 or STAT 542. Key topics from non-asymptotic random matrix theory: Bounds on minimum and maximum singular values of many classes of high-dimensional random matrices, and on sums of a large number of random matrices. Chaining. Other linear algebra and probability concepts commonly used in Theoretical Machine Learning research. Discussion of recent papers in this area.

MGMT 421X. Personality and Management. (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: MGMT 371. Surveys the literature relating to personality, individual differences, and management. Explores the significant implications of personality for important topics in human resource management, organizational behavior, and strategic management, as well as the other functional areas of business, including leadership, motivation, perception, decision making, organizational citizenship behavior, job satisfaction, and much, much more. Allows students to explore their own personalities using rigorous academic measurement scales and discover what academic research says about how personality is related to a variety of management topics.

MGMT 451X. Current Issues in Human Resource Management. (3-0).Cr. 3. Prereq: MGMT 471.  Designed to complement the required curriculum in the Human Resource Management (HRM) major. Explores a rotating selection of cutting edge and timely topics in the area of HRM, with an emphasis on the application of HRM knowledge and skills to the challenges facing today’s organizations. Develops an awareness and understanding of the range, scope, and complexity of issues related to managing human resources in the modern (and post-pandemic) organization. Opportunities to apply introduced HRM knowledge, skills, and tools through class projects and exercises.

MGMT 452X. Current Issues in Management. (3-0).Cr. 3. Prereq: MGMT 370. Designed to complement the required curriculum in the Management (MGMT) major. Explores a rotating selection of cutting edge and timely topics in the area of management, with an emphasis on the application of managerial knowledge and skills to the challenges facing today’s organizations. Develops an awareness and understanding of the range, scope, and complexity of issues related to managing in the modern (and post-pandemic) organization. Opportunities to apply introduced managerial knowledge, skills, and tools through class projects and exercises.

MGMT 481X. Nonprofit Management . (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: Junior classification or above. Executives in nonprofits are recognizing the need to incorporate contemporary management skills into their organization and connect their organizations to related business. Executives in for-profit businesses interact with the nonprofit sector in business operations or in service as a board member for a nonprofit organization. Management practices that can be applied across lines in both nonprofit organization and for-profit businesses. Focus on the strategy, governance, management and leadership of nonprofit organizations and explore how this sector fits into the business landscape.

MGMT 520X. Corporate Entrepreneurship, Innovation and Technology Management . (Cross-listed with ENTSP 520X). (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.SS. Prereq: Graduate classification. Management of venture creation and innovation at large and established organizations. New ideas, concepts, and techniques on how to stimulate and exploit innovative activities to make established firms not only more responsive and flexible, but also more proactive and opportunity-creating. Related approaches combine activities targeted at the individual, team, organization, industry, regional, national and global level. Introduction to how today's large and established corporations (1) identify, develop and exploit innovative opportunities, (2) manage product development processes, and (3) create, spin-in, spin-off and manage new innovative ventures. This case-based course introduces emerging, non-traditional, evidence-based approaches, such as agile product development, design-thinking, entrepreneurial leadership, entrepreneurial ecosystems, open innovation and blue-ocean strategies.

MGMT 523X. Leadership. (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: Enrollment in the MBA program or permission of instructor. Applied overview of organizational leadership and teamwork, with special emphasis on the ability to successfully influence in a variety of contexts. Areas of emphasis include: research to better understand the influence process; leadership, followership, and management as a process; change and how to better lead and manage change in organizations.

MGMT 560X. Leadership Development . (2-0) Cr. 2. S. Applies overview of organizational leadership leveraging a 360 leadership evaluation, with special emphasis on the ability to be successful in a variety of contexts. The 360 leadership evaluation will form the foundation to create a leadership action plan. This will great assist in increasing one’s leadership effectiveness as the students' strengths and weaknesses discovered.

MGMT 612X. Seminar in Micro Management Topics. (3-0) Cr. 3. Alt. F. Foundation in micro research including domains of organizational behavior(OB) and human resource management (HR). Discuss classic micro topics (e.g., job performance), as well as topics that exemplify recent advances within the OB/HR literatures (e.g., big data). Multiple levels of analysis and consider how micro topics complement other areas of management research (i.e., entrepreneurship and macro topics). Theory and empirical research within the applied context of the OB/HR environment. Emphasize a systematic and scientific approach to deepeningcollectiveknowledge and understanding of topics.

MGMT 620AX. Special Topics: Resources and Capabilities . (3-0) Cr. 1. S. Prereq: Graduate student enrolled in a PhD program. Provide students with a deeper content knowledge of foundational and contemporary research on organizational resources and capabilities. Concepts (e.g., resources, capabilities, sustainable competitive advantage, knowledge, etc.), theoretical frameworks (e.g., Resource-based Theory; Dynamic Capabilities; Resource-dependency Theory; Knowledge-based view), and relevant findings in this area of research. Multiple levels of analysis and consideration of how these topics emerge across different areas of management (micro and macro) and entrepreneurship research. Theory and empirical research embedded within the applied context of the management field. Emphasis on a systematic and scientific approach to deepening our knowledge and understanding of topics.

MGMT 620BX. Special Topics: Leadership. (3-0) Cr. 1. S. Prereq: Graduate student enrolled in a PhD program. Provide a deeper content knowledge of leadership. Review major behavioral styles of leadership, as well as leader-follower relationships and a variety of other current leadership issues. Multiple levels of analysis and consideration of how these topics emerge across different areas of management (micro and macro) and entrepreneurship research. Theory and empirical research embedded within the applied context of the management field. Emphasis on a systematic and scientific approach to deepening knowledge and understanding of topics.

MGMT 620CX. Special Topics: Groups and Teams. (3-0) Cr. 1. S. Prereq: Graduate student enrolled in a PhD program. Provide content knowledge of research in teams within the field of management, broadly defined. Covers research on teams from the perspective of the input-mediator-output-input model, which considers teams as complex, dynamic, and adaptive systems. Discussion of questions concerning composition and structure, processes and emergent states, and multilevel as well as temporal dynamics. Consideration of teams in students’ specific area of study (e.g., entrepreneurial teams, top management teams). Blend of theory and empirical research within the applied context of the management field. Emphasis on a systematic and scientific approach to deepening knowledge and understanding of topics.

MGMT 620DX. Special Topics: Crafting Research Ideas. (Cross-listed with ENTSP 620DX). (3-0) Cr. 1. S.Prereq: Graduate student enrolled in a PhD program. Role as a scholar is more than publishing research. The purpose of scholarship is to add to usable knowledge – which means knowledge that can be used to solve real-world problems. To publish an article, students need to convince other scholars of the quality of their research. To create usable knowledge, you need to solve a problem that managers face and communicate that solution to managers. Most managers do not read academic journals, so the publication of an article does not guarantee that anyone who needs the knowledge will find it. Introduction an ideal form of scholarship that Andy Van de Ven calls “engaged scholarship.” This form of scholarship requires the rigorous theory and methods but adds the additional component of connecting research to practitioners throughout the research process.

MGMT 620EX. Special Topics: Effective Academic Writing. (Cross-listed with ENTSP 620EX). (3-0) Cr. 1. S. Prereq: Graduate student enrolled in a PhD program. Provide skills and training necessary to navigate the professional landscape of the management and entrepreneurship fields. Discussion of effective academic writing, focusing on the discipline of management (but certainly applicable beyond this field). Blend of theory, research, and practice focused on understanding one's role as a scholar, the implications of scholarly work, and successful advancement through career stages.

MGMT 620FX.  Special Topics: Professional Development in Management and Entrepreneurship Research.  (Cross-listed with ENTSP 620FX). (3-0) Cr. 1. Repeatable. F. Prereq: Graduate student enrolled in a PhD program at ISU.  Provides skills and training necessary to navigate the professional landscape of the management/entrepreneurship fields. Includes topics such as research collaborations and networking, the peer review process, ethics, scholarly writing, presenting scholarly work, developing a research identity, understanding the research process, receiving and utilizing feedback, and navigating career milestones. Blend of theory, research, and practice focused on understanding one's role as a scholar, the implications of scholarly work, and successful advancement through career stages.

MGMT 620GX. Special Topics: Bayesian Analysis in Management and Entrepreneurship Research. (Cross-listed with ENTSP 620GX). (3-0) Cr. 1. Provides a deeper understanding of research methodology. Introduces the fundamental concepts of Bayesian statistics as an advanced methodology to empirically investigate entrepreneurship and management phenomena. Analytical topics include Bayes theorem, prior specification, likelihood functions, Markov Chain Monte Carlo simulations, analysis diagnostics, and posterior distributions. Application topics include Bayesian point estimates, intervals, predictions and hypothesis tests. Contrasts Bayesian approaches with frequentist paradigms such as statistical null-hypothesis significance tests. Designed to complement knowledge of MGMT 609 Organizational Research Methods. Focus on exercises and discussions regarding how to collect, analyze and interpret empirical data to develop and advance micro and macro-level theories in management and entrepreneurship.

MGMT 620HX. Applied Social Network Perspective. (Cross-listed with ENTSP 620HX). (3-0) Cr. 1. Prereq: Graduate student enrolled in a PhD program. Provide a deeper content knowledge of social networks in organizational contexts. Cover conceptual foundations of the social network perspective, including how it fundamentally differs from other research perspectives. Explore important implications of various social network attributes and processes in the context of contemporary organizational scholarship. Discuss research design and empirical considerations associated with this perspective. Consider course topics from multiple levels of analysis and consider how these topics emerge across different areas (i.e., micro and macro) of management and entrepreneurship research. Blend of theory and empirical research within the applied context of the management field. Emphasis on a systematic and scientific approach to deepening knowledge and understanding of topics.

MGMT 620IX. Mergers and Acquisitions. (Cross-listed with ENTSP 620IX). (3-0) Cr. 1. Prereq: Graduate student enrolled in a PhD program. Provide a deeper content knowledge of mergers and acquisitions (M&As). Cover various M&A topics (premiums, deal completion, CEO characteristics, post-merger integration, acquisition performance etc.), theoretical frameworks, as well as relevant findings of M&A research. Consider course topics from multiple levels of analysis and consider how these topics emerge across different areas of management (micro and macro) and entrepreneurship research. Blend of theory and empirical research within the applied context of the management field. Emphasis on a systematic and scientific approach to deepening knowledge and understanding of topics.

MGMT 620JX. Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and Big Data in Management and Entrepreneurship Research. (Cross-listed with ENTSP 620JX). (3-0) Cr. 1. Repeatable. Prereq: Graduate student enrolled in a PhD program. Provide a deeper understanding of research methodology implications of artificial intelligence, machine learning and big data for management and entrepreneurship scholars. Introduce students to the fundamental concepts and emerging capabilities of artificial intelligence and machine learning and investigate their applications in the context of data collection, data analysis and communication of research findings. Explore broader implications of these technologies for the objects of management research: organizations and their members. Designed to complement knowledge students can gain in MGMT 609 Organizational Research Methods and ENTSP/MGMT 620GX Bayesian Analysis in Management and Entrepreneurship Research.

MGMT 620KX. Special Topics: How to Manage the Revise and Resubmit Process. (Cross-listed with ENTSP 620KX). (3-0) Cr. 1. Prereq: Graduate student enrolled in a PhD program. Provide skills and training necessary to navigate the professional landscape of the management and entrepreneurship fields. Explore how to successfully manage the R&R (revise and resubmit process) at scholarly journals. Discussion of the purpose and stages of the peer review process. Blend of theory, research, and practice focused on understanding one's role as a scholar, the review process and implications of reviewing, and successful advancement through career stages.

MGMT 620LX. Special Topics: Social Influence and Conflict: From Status to Stigma.  (3-0) Cr. 1. Prereq: Graduate student enrolled in a PhD program. Provide content knowledge of social influence processes. Explore how status and stigma impact individual and team influence and conflict outcomes. Discuss how social influence individual characteristics such as political skill will influence these processes. Evaluate course topics from multiple levels of analysis and consider how these topics emerge across different areas of management (micro and macro) and entrepreneurship research. Blend of theory and empirical research within the applied context of the management field. Emphasis on a systematic and scientific approach to deepening knowledge and understanding of topics.

MGMT 620MX. Special Topics: Ethics and Values in Management and Entrepreneurship.  (Cross-listed with ENTSP 620MX).  (3-0) Cr. 1. S. Irr. Prereq: Graduate student enrolled in a PhD program. Provides content knowledge of business ethics, especially the variety of behavioral ethics. Offers an exposure to business ethics literature, experiments with blending different methodology with substantive content and develops interesting research questions related to business ethics & values. Evaluate course topics from multiple levels of analysis and consider how these topics emerge across different areas of management (micro and macro) and entrepreneurship research. Blend of theory and empirical research within the applied context of the management field. Emphasis on a systematic and scientific approach to deepening knowledge and understanding of topics.

MGMT 620NX. Corporate Governance and Upper Echelons. (3-0). Cr. 1. Irr. F.S. Prereq: Graduate student enrolled in a PhD program. Provide content knowledge of macro topics in management, specifically corporate governance and upper echelons. Covers research related to agency theory, the role of the board of directors, executive compensation and incentives, upper echelons theory, CEO succession, CEO characteristics, and external governance (e.g., the role of social movement, media, shareholder activists). Blend of theory and empirical research within the applied context of the management field. Emphasis on a systematic and scientific approach to deepening knowledge and understanding of topics.

MGMT 620OX. Employee Participation. (3-0). Cr. 1. Irr. F.S. Prereq: Graduate student enrolled in a PhD program. Provide content knowledge of employee participation. Explore how organizations encourage and foster employee involvement through the implementation of engagement-oriented policies and practices. Examine how these policies and practices motivate and empower individuals to be involved in the workplace, ultimately leading to participatory behaviors (voice, issue selling, upward influence, etc.). Blend of theory and empirical research within the applied context of the management field. Emphasis on a systematic and scientific approach to deepening knowledge and understanding of topics.

MIS 410X. Blockchain and Cryptocurrency. (Dual-listed with MIS 510X). (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: MIS 207 or COM S 227. The design and application aspects of blockchain technologies, cryptocurrencies, and the key value these technologies bring - distributed consensus and trust disintermediation. Study of how blockchain technology works with consideration to its potential disruptive impact on business and society. Key concepts include mining, hashing, proof-of-work, proof-of-stake, public key cryptography, smart contracts, and the double-spend problem.

MIS 510X. Blockchain and Cryptocurrency. (Dual-listed with MIS 410X). (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: MIS 207 or COM S 227. The design and application aspects of blockchain technologies, cryptocurrencies, and the key value these technologies bring - distributed consensus and trust disintermediation. Study of how blockchain technology works with consideration to its potential disruptive impact on business and society. Key concepts include mining, hashing, proof-of-work, proof-of-stake, public key cryptography, smart contracts, and the double-spend problem.

MIS 520X. Healthcare Analytics. (2-2). Cr 3. S. Prereq: Graduate classification or Permission of Instructor. A project-based course that provides an in-depth understanding of Healthcare Analytics methods of visualization, data mining, and predictions through the use of specific analytics tools. For students interested in understanding advanced techniques and applications of healthcare analytics and acquiring hands-on skills to apply to medicine and healthcare. 

MIS 521X. Health Care Data Privacy, Security & Compliance. (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Focus on healthcare data, the intricacies of security and privacy in the healthcare industry, and problems with compliance and reporting. Exposure to many sorts of data sources and data components used in healthcare as a health IT professional. Emphasis on fundamental terms used in healthcare data as well as the delicate nature of protected health information. Detailed coverage of HIPAA and the dangers of security lapses, malware, and phishing. In depth attention of some of the most significant laws and rules that are unique to the healthcare industry and the significance of compliance.

MKT 363X. Creative Tools for Digital Marketing. (3-0). F.S. Prereq: Sophomore classification. An interactive course that explores the basics of design software (Canva, Photoshop, Lightroom, Illustrator, InDesign), non-linear editing software (Premiere Pro, After Effects, Media Encoder) photography, videography and lighting (DSLR and mobile), and working with and manipulating assets developed by designers to promote companies, brands, events, and products on digital platforms.

MKT 455X. Managing for Creativity and Innovation. (Dual-listed with MKT 555X). (3-0). Cr. 3. Prereq: MKT 340. Understanding the managerial space between how people enhance their individual creativity and the deployment of human and technology resources at group and department levels. Each class session focuses on a different managerial practice (e.g., hiring, assembling teams, job assignments) and how to enhance organizational creativity through them. Psychological and social factors applicable to those practices and that impinge on creativity will be discussed, and business cases related to the practices will be used to close the gap between theory and practice.

MKT 456X. Digital Marketing Analytics. (3-0). Cr. 3. Prereq: MKT 340, STAT 226. Digital marketing provides marketers with a lot of consumer data. This course explores topics such as organic and paid search, social media, and email marketing to understand how they contribute to a cohesive online presence. Identification of key performance indicators to determine the performance of the digital marketing activity in each channel, as well as how to leverage these insights to formulate future strategies are key objectives.

MKT 457X. Digital Marketing Applications in Customer Journey. (3-0). Cr. 3. Prereq: MKT 340. When visitors interact with your brand (e.g., website), you want to ensure that they have the most memorable and satisfying experience as possible. A customer journey is a story about your users and their interactions along the various touchpoints as they interact with your organization. Customer journey mapping can shorten and personalize the journey, resulting in a more positive experience. Learn how to build awareness, increase consideration, get conversion, enhance retention, and get customer advocacy so that you lay the foundation for a successful and profitable customer journey. These are sought after skills are key to a digital marketer.

MKT 458X. New Product Marketing. (3-0). Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: MKT 340, MKT 444. A project-driven course focused on the knowledge and skills needed to successfully develop and launch product or service innovations into today's competitive marketplace. From need identification through concepting, evaluation, and introduction, this course applies foundational marketing principles and processes along with new concepts such as pricing and forecasting. Student teams will work to turn opportunities and ideas into viable businesses, in collaboration with students studying new product design/development in other colleges.

MKT 459X. Sustainable Marketing. Repeatable. (3-0). Cr. 3. F. Prereq: MKT 340. Focus on sustainable marketing strategies.

MKT 548X. Customer Relationship Management Strategy and Analytics. (3-0) Cr. 3. Irr. SS. Prereq: MKT 501.  Companies are shifting their focus from products to customers in response to increased globalization and intensity of competition in most markets. New technologies and tools that capture customer data in real time are now available because of the Internet revolution. These two trends in combination have opened up a new way of addressing customers and capturing value from customers--termed "Customer Relationship Management". Focus on the adoption of CRM practices and key strategies that contribute to improved customer and firm performance. Key topics covered include CRM definition and strategy, customer satisfaction and loyalty models, social media and customer engagement, retention and churn models, campaign management and customer value metrics and drivers. Use of customer databases and analytical modeling of important CRM outcomes.

MKT 553X.  Brand Management. (3-0). Cr. 3. F. MKT 501. With dwindling product differences, branding has become an important managerial tool for developing competitive advantage. A brand name, and its associated brand equity, is one of the most valuable assets any firm has. Although brand management has been in vogue among select consumer product companies for the last 40 to 50 years, service firms and B2B firms have discovered its usefulness only recently. Moreover, management education has not always paid sufficient attention to managing brands. To address this oversight, this course addresses important branding decisions faced by organizations. We believe that knowledge of theory and practice relating to brand management is a must for every marketing student.

MKT 555X. Managing for Creativity and Innovation. (Dual-listed with MKT 455X). (3-0). Cr. 3. Prereq: MKT 340 or MKT 501. Understanding the managerial space between how people enhance their individual creativity and the deployment of human and technology resources at group and department levels. Each class session focuses on a different managerial practice (e.g., hiring, assembling teams, job assignments) and how to enhance organizational creativity through them. Psychological and social factors applicable to those practices and that impinge on creativity will be discussed, and business cases related to the practices will be used to close the gap between theory and practice.

MTEOR 408X. Numerical Weather and Climate Prediction. (Dual-listed with MTEOR 508X). (3-0). Cr. 3. Prereq: MTEOR 227 or equivalent and MTEOR 443. Numerical solutions of the differential equations that describe weather and climate. Survey of numerical solution techniques with focus on advantages and limitations of different methods. Physical parameterizations for turbulence, clouds, and land surface processes. Forecast verification. Applications including designing and running simulations on high-performance computing systems.

MTEOR 460X. Atmospheric Chemistry. (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: CHEM 167 or CHEM 167 or CHEM 178 or CHEM 201. Fundamental concepts in atmospheric chemistry. Topics include: atmospheric gaseous and aerosol constituents, sources, and chemical reactions; impact of atmospheric gases and aerosols on global climate, climate change, air quality, and public health; transport of atmospheric constituents; and tropospheric and stratospheric chemistry.

MTEOR 508X. Numerical Weather and Climate Prediction. (Dual-listed with MTEOR 408X). (3-0). Cr. 3. Prereq: MTEOR 227 or equivalent and MTEOR 443. Numerical solutions of the differential equations that describe weather and climate. Survey of numerical solution techniques with focus on advantages and limitations of different methods. Physical parameterizations for turbulence, clouds, and land surface processes. Forecast verification. Applications including designing and running simulations on high-performance computing systems.

MTEOR 543X. Dynamic Meteorology I. (Dual-listed with MTEOR 443). (3-0). Cr. 3. F. Prereq: MTEOR 341. Conservation laws, governing equations, circulation and vorticity. Development of quasi-geostrophic theory.

MUSIC 474X. Music and Neuroscience. (Cross-listed with KIN 474X). (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: KIN 372 or permission by instructor. Understanding how music is processed in the brain and the implications for healthy care and education. Online discussions about how music changes all aspects of the brain from neurotransmitters to cortical reorganization

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NREM 375X. Environmentalism in Music. (1-0). Cr 1. S. Environmentalism (environmental or ecological activism) is a common topic in popular music. In this seminar, students choose recorded music with an environmental or ecological theme, present their piece to the class, and lead a discussion focused on interpreting lyrics and sound. Through analysis of music from diverse eras, genres, and cultures, students learn about historical events, evaluate attitudes and actions regarding natural resource stewardship and biodiversity preservation, and explore concepts of environmental justice and human dependence on healthy ecosystems for physical and emotional well-being.

NRS 602X. Facilitating Learning and Learner Development in Nursing Education. Repeatable. (3-0). Cr. 3. Irr. F. Prereq: Admission to Post-Graduate Certificate Program. This course examines the multidimensional roles of a nurse educator, focusing on the knowledge of teaching and learning theories, principles, and strategies. The course explores the roles and responsibilities of the nurse educator as a teacher, leader, change agent, and curriculum innovator. Emphasis is placed on innovative, transformational, and experiential teaching and learning strategies to support student development in multiple learning environments while addressing the needs of diverse learners. Take concurrently with NRS 604 and NRS 606.

NRS 604X. Curriculum Design and Evaluation of Outcomes in Nursing Education. Repeatable. (3-0). Cr. 3. Irr. F. Prereq: Admission to Post-Graduate Certificate Program. This course will provide students with the knowledge and requisite skill set needed to effectively design, develop, implement, and evaluate outcomes in nursing education. Students will analyze concepts of nursing curricula based on national nursing accreditation standards and instructional design best practices to support learning in a diverse, real-world environment while reflecting contemporary trends in nursing education. Take concurrently with NRS 602 and NRS 606.

NRS 606X. Teaching and Learning Strategies: Integrating Technology into Nursing Education. Repeatable. (3-0). Cr. 3. Irr. F. Prereq: Admission to Post-Graduate Certificate Program. This course focuses on the effective use of instructional technology to support learning-centered teaching, such as maximizing the use of current learning-management systems, presentations, and best practices for online teaching and learning. This course emphasizes pedagogically sound applications of instructional technologies from the perspective of theory, research, practice, and future needs. This course requires 45 clinical hours. Take concurrently with NRS 602 and NRS 604.

NRS 610X. Nurse Educator Role: Seminar and Teaching Practicum. Repeatable. (3-0). Cr. 3. Irr. S. Prereq: NRS 602; NRS 604; NRS 606. This course provides students with a guided experience that meets the core competencies of nurse educators. Under the supervision of an experienced educator-preceptor, students will complete a teaching practicum in which they will assess learning styles and needs, teach diverse learners, develop critical thinking skills, socialize learners to the nursing role, and promote professional values within nursing. This course requires 90 clinical hours.

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