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ENME 422 Mechanisms and Machine Design Credit 3
This course focuses on Kinematic and dynamic analysis of motion of linkages, cams, and gears/gear trains, synthesis and analysis of motion in machines, visualizing motion in mechanisms and machinery using simulation software environments as well as exploration of machine/mechanism design solution for specified requirements. Prerequisite(s): ENGE 261 , ENGE 370 .
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ENME 425 Rapid Prototyping and Product Development Credit 3
This is an introduction to rapid prototyping; product development process; materials for rapid prototyping; CAD solid model interaction with rapid prototyping systems; applications of rapid prototyping technologies to product development and design; rapid tooling process, rapid manufacturing process; reverse engineering. Prerequisite(s): ENGE 270 , ENGE 362 .
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ENME 430 Finite Element Analysis Credit 3
This is an introduction to finite element method and application; relations between stresses, strains, displacements, temperature and material properties; discretization and meshing; force vector, displacement vector, stiffness matrix, assembly process, solution techniques; truss elements, beam elements; triangular and quadrilateral elements; iso-parametric formulation; plane stress and plane strain applications; penalty and Lagrangian methods; and software applications. Prerequisite(s): ENGE 270 , ENGE 362 .
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ENME 440 Mechatronics Credit 3
In this course, emphasis is placed on physical and mathematical modeling of mechanical, electrical, electromechanical, thermal, fluid, and multidisciplinary physical systems; sensors and electronics for measurements of system; embedded/external feedback control using conventional and intelligent control algorithms; computer aided engineering tools for mechatronic system design and analysis and practical applications using mechatronic devices. Prerequisite(s): ENGE 370 , ENGE 382 .
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ENME 442 Micro-Electro-Mechanical Systems Credit 3
This course offers basic integrated circuit manufacturing processes; electronics devices fundamentals; microelectromechanical systems fabrications including surface micromachining, bulk micromachining, and lithography; introduction to micro-actuators and microsensors such as micromotors, grippers, accelerometers and pressure sensors; physics of MEMS, scaling law, heat transfer, mechanics, electrostatics; introduction to micro- fluid systems; mechanical and electrical issues in micromachining; packaging techniques; and CAD tools to design microelectromechanical structures. Prerequisite(s): ENGE 380 .
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ENME 462 Digital Control Systems Credit 3
This is an introduction to techniques for the analysis and design of digital control systems; linearization; difference equations; z-transforms; design of linear controllers; and digital implementation of control systems. Prerequisite(s): ENGE 382 .
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ENME 464 Embedded System Design Laboratory Credit 2
Fundamentals of embedded system hardware and firmware design are the focus of this course. Students will also learn embedded processor selection, hardware/firmware partitioning; architecture and instruction set of a microcontroller, firmware architecture, design, and debugging, circuit design, layout, and debugging; development tools and a set of design experiments utilizing a popular microcontroller for practical applications. Prerequisite(s): ENGE 383 .
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ENME 468 Robotics Credit 3
This course covers Introduction to industrial manipulator systems; Kinematic and dynamic models of robotic arms; homogeneous transformations; forward and inverse kinematics; motion control through coordinate transformations; robotic vision and sensors. Prerequisite:ENGE 370 , ENGE 382 . Prerequisite(s): ENGE 370 , ENGE 382
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ENME 469 Robotics and Automation Design Laboratory Credit 2
This course involves laboratory experiments to design and develop flexible automation systems utilizing robot manipulators based on topics covered in ENME 468 Robotics course. Prerequisite(s): ENME 468 .
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ENME 472 Selected Topics in Engineering Credit 3
This course offers selected topics on special or current topics and issues relating to engineering structured for students in engineering and other areas. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
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ENGL 001 English Proficiency Examination Credit 0
The English Proficiency Examination (EPE), ENGL 001, is a two-hour persuasive essay examination required by the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to meet a University System of Maryland (USM) requirement to assure that all undergraduate students are able to write at an acceptable level. In order to graduate, every student who enrolls at the University for the first time, beginning Fall 1998, must pass the English Proficiency Examination. No student will be exempt. Since the EPE assesses the writing skills taught in ENGL 101 and ENGL 102 , it is given to registered ENGL 102 students during the ENGL 102 final exam period. Students who enter UMES with credit for ENGL 102 should register for the EPE the first semester/session after coming to the University, and they take it toward the end of the semester. The exam is given year-round: Spring and Fall semesters and Winter and Summer sessions. Grades are Satisfactory (“S”) or Unsatisfactory (“U”). Pre/Corequisite(s): “C” or better in ENGL 101 and “C” or better in ENGL 102 or current registration in ENGL 102
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ENGL 100 First Year Experience Credit 1
This course is to provide an opportunity for students to make a seamless transition from high school to college. Essential skills for transition will be explored and discussed. This course will assist students in developing cognitive skills and will assist them in adjusting personally and socially to the college environment. This course will enable first-year students to develop creative and critical thinking skills, and information literacy skills needed to facilitate a successful transition from high school to university. Additionally, this course shall facilitate self-awareness and interpersonal communication skills. In addition to providing information needed for student success at the University, this course serves as a conduit for students entering the field of English and Telecommunications. Students will be provided with the prerequisites needed to make a successful transition into the English Major. The course will develop interpersonal and conflict resolution skills providing academic, personal, social, and emotional adjustments. Satisfies GEN ED Area VI: Emerging Issues.
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ENGL 101 Principles of Composition I Credit 3
Honors/Online
This course is designed to provide instruction in the basics of college level essay writing, with an emphasis on organization and development of ideas and the rhetorical modes of expository writing. The course will also review the fundamentals of grammar, punctuation, and conventional usage. Adequate opportunity for written analysis and oral discussion of selected examples of prose and creative writing are provided to encourage development of critical reading and thinking skills. Satisfies GEN ED Area V: English Composition.
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ENGL 102 Principles of Composition II Credit 3
Honors/Online
This course continues the study of college level essay writing, with an emphasis on the development of critical analysis skills. Students will be introduced to basic research concepts, the use of secondary source materials, and the tenets of source citation. A research essay will be required. Prerequisite: “C” or better in ENGL 101. Prerequisite(s): “C” or better in ENGL 101 . A research essay will be required. Satisfies GEN ED Area V: English Composition.
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ENGL 203 Fundamentals of Contemporary Speech Credit 3
Online
This course requires the preparation and delivery of short, original speeches, as well as the completion of outside readings and reports. Students will become familiar with theoretical concepts in oral communication and will develop their practical performance in oral communication. It is recommended that this course be taken during the sophomore year. Prerequisites: ENGL 001 (EPE), ENGL 101 and ENGL 102 with a grade of ‘C’ or better. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 001 (EPE), ENGL 101 and ENGL 102 with a grade of ‘C’ or better. Satisfies GEN ED Area I Discipline E: Speech.
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ENGL 204 Introduction to Fiction Credit 3
Online
This course is an introduction to the development of fiction with concentration on several major fiction writers. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 and ENGL 102 . Satisfies GEN ED Area I Discipline D: Literature.
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ENGL 205 Introduction to Drama Credit 3
Online
This course is an introduction to drama around the world through reading, analyzing, viewing, and performance. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 and ENGL 102 . Satisfies GEN ED Area I Discipline D: Literature.
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ENGL 206 Introduction to Poetry Credit 3
Online
This course is an introduction to the development of poetry with concentration on several major poets. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 and ENGL 102 . Satisfies GEN ED Area I Discipline D: Literature.
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ENGL 207 Introduction to Creative Writing Credit 3
Online
This course provides an introduction to various techniques used by successful writers of all genres with the object of assisting students in developing and improving their technique. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 and ENGL 102 . Satisfies GEN ED Area I Discipline D: Literature.
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ENGL 215 Introduction to Film Credit 3
Online
This course involves a study of the motion picture as an art form and as an influence on society. Basic concepts of organization, structure, and techniques of editing are examined through the reading of selected material and the viewing of a number of short films and excerpts from feature films. The course moves from the basic psychology of visual perception through the history, theory, and critical standards of film. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 and ENGL 102
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ENGL 218 Approaches to Grammar Credit 3
Online
This course provides a comprehensive review of traditional English grammar and is designed particularly for prospective teachers and writers. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 and ENGL 102 .
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ENGL 219 American Literature I Credit 3
Online
This course is a survey of the major American authors and their works from the beginning of American civilization to Walt Whitman. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 and ENGL 102 .
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ENGL 220 American Literature II Credit 3
Online
This course is a survey of the major American authors and their works from Walt Whitman to the present. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 and ENGL 102 .
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ENGL 223 English Literature I Credit 3
Online
This course involves a survey of selected authors and works in English Literature from the beginning through the Restoration. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 and ENGL 102 .
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ENGL 224 English Literature II Credit 3
Honors/Online
This course is a continuation of ENGL 223 dealing with English Literature since the Restoration. This course may be substituted for ENGL 223 by English majors. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 and ENGL 102 .
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ENGL 226 World Literature I Credit 3
This course is an introductory study of major movements and genres in Eastern, Western, and African Literatures from ancient times through the Western Renaissance, with the objective of helping students to gain knowledge of the culture of people other than American. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 and ENGL 102 .
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ENGL 227 World Literature II Credit 3
This course is a continuation of ENGL 226 . It deals with World Literature since the Western Renaissance. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 and ENGL 102 .
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ENGL 305 Technical Writing Credit 3
Honors/Online/Hybrid
This course teaches how to plan, write, and design a variety of professional workplace documents, such as emails, memos, letters, and résumés, as well as writing to clarify statistics, writing to support graphics, and writing to explain instructions. Prerequisites: Successful completion of ENGL 001 (EPE), ENGL 101 , ENGL 102 , ENGL 203 , and 56+ credits (Junior status). Prerequisite(s): Successful completion of ENGL 001 (EPE), ENGL 101 , ENGL 102 , ENGL 203 , and 56+ credits (Junior status) The course is open to all degree-seeking and special students who have successfully completed their freshman and sophomore years with at least 56 credit hours, and who have satisfactorily completed ENGL 101 , ENGL 102 , and ENGL 203 . Satisfies GEN ED Area V: English Composition.
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ENGL 310 Advanced Composition Credit 3
Honors/Online
This course involves a study of prose techniques such as definition, classification, analysis, and process analysis. It includes the reading of model documents (essays, news stories,etc.) and a substantial amount of practice of expository writing. The coures is open to all students who have successfully completed the Freshmand and Sophomore years, and who have successfully completed ENGL 101 and ENGL 102 . Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 and ENGL 102 Satisfies GEN ED Area V: English Composition.
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ENGL 311 Argumentation and Persuasion Credit 3
This course is designed to reflect and refine current theory and practice in argumentation and debate. Students develop conceptual apparatus to apply general principles as required by circumstances. The course blends theoretical explanation and practical advice. Students must master the basic terms and theories common to all argumentation which are necessary as a prelude to the more specific study in academic debate. Subsequently, the ultimate purpose of the course is to help students learn to become effective advocates. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 203
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ENGL 312 Group Discussion Credit 3
Group discussion provides students with the knowledge and practical experience necessary to enable them to work with discussion groups as active and productive participants. The students will be knowledgeable of the theoretical grounding and participate in a variety of roles as a discussion-group participant. Because the course is designed with student-oriented activities as an integral part of the structure, active class participation is mandatory. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 203
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ENGL 317 Shakespeare Credit 3
This course examines characteristics and qualities of selected works of Shakespeare. Emphasis is generally placed on the more significant tragedies, comedies and histories within the context of the Elizabethan world view. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 and ENGL 102 .
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ENGL 319 Theater Practicum Credit 1
This course is an opportunity for acting and technical experience through participation theater performed in front of a live audience. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor.
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ENGL 323 Playwriting Credit 3
A study of contemporary forms of playwriting with practical applications of the principles. Prerequisites: ENGL 207 Prerequisite(s): ENGL 207
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ENGL 324 Literature and Film Credit 3
This course examines the relationship between literature and film, with particular emphasis on the problems and procedures inherent in the transition of novels and short narratives into screenplays. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 and ENGL 102 .
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ENGL 325 Literary Criticism Credit 3
This course entails the study of various critical approaches to literature, such as textual, archetypal, psychological, and sociological. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 and ENGL 102 .
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ENGL 330 Advanced Public Speaking Credit 3
This course involves a study of rhetorical principles and models of speech composition in conjunction with the preparation and presentation of specific forms of public address. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 , ENGL 102 , and ENGL 203 .
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ENGL 332 The African Writer Credit 3
This course focuses on contemporary African Literature, with special emphasis on the role of the writer. The course includes many of the major African literary works (fiction, poetry, and drama) of the last sixty years. The course also focuses on the African writer’s unique role as creator of functional art.
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ENGL 345 Special Topics in Literature Credit 3
Structured around rotating topics, this course involves an intensive study of the literary works of various authors. Prerequisites: ENGL 101 , ENGL 102 and permission of the instructor. Various topics offered; may be repeatable for credit. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 , ENGL 102 and permission of the instructor.
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ENGL 346 History of the English Language Credit 3
Online
This course covers major developments in the history of English to the modern period with consideration of important changes and principles of development in phonology, syntax, and semantics. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 and ENGL 102 .
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ENGL 347 Adolescent and Adult Literature Credit 3
Online
An eclectic survey of fiction and other forms of literature written primarily for adolescents (ages 10 through 14) and young adults (ages 15-18), the course explores and examines themes and ideas in literature relevant to the period prior to adulthood, utilizing the principles of contemporary literary criticism. The course is intended for English Education majors but is open to all students who meet the prerequisites. Prerequisite(s): successful completion of ENGL 101 and ENGL 102 .
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ENGL 357 African American Literature I Credit 3
This course provides a survey of African American literature encompassing both oral tradition and written literature beginning with the vernacular tradition and slave narratives up to the Harlem Renaissance. Attention is given to the genres of poetry, drama, slave narrative, novel and essay. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 and ENGL 102 .
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ENGL 358 African American Literature II Credit 3
This course provides a survey of African American Literature covering the period of Realism, Naturalism & Modernism to the present. Attention is given to the genres of poetry, drama, novel, and essay. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 and ENGL 102 .
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ENGL 359 Women’s Literature Credit 3
A discussion of literature by and about women, including poetry, drama, short stories and novels, mostly from the 19th and 20th centuries. Writers from a variety of cultures will be studied. The course will emphasize the way writers express and deal with the social, political and legal limitations facing women. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 & ENGL 102 .
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ENGL 380 Introduction to Language Science Credit 3
Online
This course provides an introductory survey of contemporary linguistics with special focus on present-day American English. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 and ENGL 102 .
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ENGL 383 Major Authors Credit 3
This course will concentrate on major literary figures, singly or in combination. The author(s) to be studied will be based on the professional preparation of the departmental faculty and will be announced in the schedule of courses. In order to provide the broadest coverage of study, the course will be offered each semester. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 and ENGL 102 .
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ENGL 401 Modern Drama Credit 3
This course is designed to give an overview and understanding of modern drama from Ibsen to the present. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 AND ENGL 102 .
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ENGL 404 Studies in Drama Credit 3
This course allows opportunities for a variety of topics pertinent to drama. An analysis of drama from around the world through reading, viewing, performance, and various forms of artistic expression will be explored. The course also concentrates on specific social and political events that foster the various types of drama produced during a particular period. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 , ENGL 102 and ENGL 205 .
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ENGL 405 Studies in Film Credit 3
This course provides an in-depth examination of some particular aspect of film. In any given semester the course may concentrate on, but by no means be limited to, such diverse topics as American film genre, the work of a particular film director, or literature-to-film transition. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 , ENGL 102 and ENGL 215 .
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ENGL 408 Studies in Poetry Credit 3
This course traces the development of poetry with concentration on several major poets. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 , ENGL 102 , and ENGL 206 .
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ENGL 412 Commonwealth Literature Credit 3
Online
This course involves intensive study of the works of writers from Commonwealth countries. Attention is paid to the evolution of the author’s canon, the effects on the literary context, the relationship between the literary works and the historical and cultural context of the writer. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 and ENGL 102 .
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ENGL 413 The Novel - East and West Credit 3
Honors/Hybrid/Online
This is a multicultural course that examines novels as a global form that speaks for the aspirations of the modern middle class individual and criticizes social abuses. Comparison of novels from America, Africa, Europe, and Asia are made. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 and ENGL 102 .
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ENGL 457 African American Cinema Credit 3
An analysis of film content and style through screenings and substantial readings in aesthetic theory and film history. Also considers social issues, black film makers, cultural artifacts and forms of artistic expression. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 , ENGL 102 , and ENGL 215 .
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ENGL 467 Peer Tutor Workshop Credit 1
This course provides training and guidance to Peer Tutors working in the University Writing Center. The course will explore the role and responsibilities of a peer tutor and will impart the fundamental research based knowledge and skills of effective peer tutoring. Specific issues will be addressed on a weekly basis. Writing Center Peer Tutors must take this course before or during their first semester as a tutor. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 , ENGL 102 , ENGL 203 , and ENGL 305 or ENGL 310 and permission of the instructor. Course may be repeated for credit.
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ENGL 472 Internship Credit 3-12
Online
This course is an internship in various study areas arranged by and with the permission of the instructor. Students wishing to travel abroad may petition for Foreign Language credit under this course. Contact the Department Chair for details. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 101 , ENGL 102 , & permission of the instructor.
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ENGL 490 Senior Capstone Credit 3
The required Senior Capstone Course in English and Modern Languages is designed for seniors who will demonstrate their competence as English majors by preparing and presenting a portfolio of their best works, suitable for assessment by a three-panel faculty jury. The portfolio should include a cover letter, résumé, personal statement, a foreign language writing sample, in addition to four significantly revised and polished essays from four different English courses across the student’s collegiate career. Students are also required to give a brief oral presentation in a foreign language and a Microsoft PowerPoint presentation of the final portfolio at the conclusion of the course. Prerequisite: Senior English majors only. For Honors students, HONR 496 may replace this requirement. Prerequisite(s): Senior English majors only. For Honors students, HONR 496 may replace this requirement.
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ENGL 499 Independent Research in English Credit 1-3
This course provides a vehicle to enable the student to range academically as far as interests and preparation carry him on a topic agreed upon by the instructor and student in the area of English and Modern Languages. Limited enrollment. Prerequisite(s): permission of instructor. The student is required to meet and confer with the instructor on specified conference dates.
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ESOL 101 ESL Writing Skills Credit 3
This course provides basic composition for second language learners of English. The focus of the course is written expression through sentences, paragraphs, and essays.
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ENTO 313 Entomology Credit 4
This course will introduce students to principles of entomology including taxonomy, physiology, morphology, ecology, behaviors, survival strategies, and insect/plant interactions. This course will provide students in the biological, agricultural and environmental sciences with the knowledge necessary to identify and study selected arthropod groups that influence human beings directly or indirectly. A significant part of the course will be devoted to aquatic insects. Integrated Pest Management (IPM) principles and techniques will be discussed in detail. This course is comprised of three hours of lecture and three hours laboratory each week. Laboratory fee required.
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ENTO 313 Entomology Credit 4
This course will introduce students to principles of entomology including taxonomy, physiology, morphology, ecology, behaviors, survival strategies, and insect/plant interactions. This course will provide students in the biological, agricultural and environmental sciences with the knowledge necessary to identify and study selected arthropod groups that influence human beings directly or indirectly. A significant part of the course will be devoted to aquatic insects. Integrated Pest Management (IPM) principles and techniques will be discussed in detail. This course is comprised of three hours of lecture and three hours laboratory each week. Laboratory fee required.
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ENVS 101 Introduction to Environmental Sciences Credit 3
Online
This is an introductory lecture-based course in environmental science for the non-science majors. This course surveys the scope and extent of man’s environmental problems and also deals with socioeconomic and scientific aspects of pollution and control methods. The course emphasizes man’s disruption of the environment, population, growth, urbanization, public policy, and environmental trade-offs and is also designed to discuss the scientific processes that have been applied to the identification of environmental problems. Satisfies GEN ED Area III: Biological and Physical Sciences.
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ENVS 201 Marine Biology Credit 3
This course is designed to introduce to students the diversity of life in the sea, including the taxonomy, anatomy, physiology, and ecology of organisms as ell as the physical environment, chemical processes, and anthropogenic interactions that affect them. Prerequisites: BIOL 111 Prerequisite(s): BIOL 111
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ENVS 202 General Oceanography Credit 3
This is a survey course of the physical and chemical processes associated with the ocean environment. Topics discussed include earth history and ocean basin evolution, global plate tectonics, the marine provinces, the chemistry of sea water, air-sea interaction, oceanic control of climate, oceanic sediments, major currents, waves, tides, water column stratification, deep-sea research, coastal and estuarine processes, and marine resources. Corequisite(s): ENVS 204 .
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ENVS 203 Marine Biology Laboratory Credit 1
This course is the laboratory component to ENVS 201 , Marine Biology. It is designed to introduce to students the field and laboratory methods used to study life in the sea through hands-on activities. Corequisite(s): ENVS 201 . Laboratory fee required.
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ENVS 204 General Oceanography Laboratory Credit 1
This is a laboratory experience to accompany ENVS 202 . Laboratory exercises are designed to acquaint the student with basic oceanographic methods, instruments, and data analysis. Exercises include ocean floor geology, plate tectonics and basin evolution, marine charts and navigation, salinity, beach profile determinations, bathymetry, marine weather, and seismic reflection data analysis. Field trips are also conducted during which students gain practical experience using oceanographic apparatus. Corequisite(s): ENVS 202 . Laboratory fee required.
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ENVS 221 Principles of Environmental Science Credit 3
This is an interdisciplinary course that examines human influences on the world’s environments. This course integrates biological, physical, and chemical sciences to study the problems affecting our environment and engages social, political, and economic concepts to understand why these problems exist and the complexity of these issues. Various topics will be discussed, including ecology of natural systems, population growth, air and water pollution, global climate change, extinction of species, use of water, land, and food resources, energy use, toxic compounds, solid wastes, and legal and economic aspects of environmental degradation. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 112 , CHEM 112 . This course is for science majors only.
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ENVS 222 Principles of Environmental Science Laboratory Credit 1
This course presents applications of basic principles in environmental sciences through experimental exercises in the laboratory, demonstration of field techniques in a problem solving setting and visits to sites that illustrate these basic principles. Corequisite(s): ENVS 221 . Laboratory fee required.
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ENVS 301 Marine Chemistry Credit 3
The course provides understanding of the dynamic nature of marine ecosystems. Basic oceanography, the role of the oceans in geochemical cycles, the resident time of different elements in the ocean, the chemical cycling of elements important to biological systems, effects of the chemistry of the oceans on the future of planet Earth, and examples of human impacts on ocean chemistry will be covered. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 111 , BIOL 113 and CHEM 212 , CHEM 214 .
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ENVS 304 Global Climate Change Credit 3
This course is designed to introduce students to Global Climate Change and the implications these changes have for our planet and its associated ecological and biological systems. Students will learn about the climate system and the scientific principles that govern it. They will be exposed to the factors behind climate variability and climate change and how these may affect society. Through this course students will (a) Understand the earth’s climate system, the connections among its components and the scientific principles that govern it; (b) Learn about regional climate events and their effects; (c) Understand the implications of climate change and how it can be addressed; and (d) Gain competency in numerical and data analysis. Prerequisites: BIOL 111 or CHEM 111 ; and MATH 109 Prerequisite(s): BIOL 111 or CHEM 111 ; and MATH 109
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ENVS 333 Energy, Environment and Economics Credit 3
This course examines the scientific, social, and economic factors affecting energy consumption in the United States and world-wide. The effects of global energy production on the environment are emphasized as well as the potential effects of new energy sources. Because of the potential political, social and economic ramifications, the course involves discussions and readings into the role of these factors in influencing regional and global patterns of energy consumption and resultant environmental change. Prerequisite(s): PHYS 122 , ENVS 221 .
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ENVS 403 Marine Ecotoxicology Credit 3
This course cuts across traditional subject boundaries by intergrating different disciplines, such as chemistry and biochemistry, though ecology and statistics. it provides students with a distinct approach to solving marine environmental pollution issues stemming from stable pollutants how they interact with biotic and abiotic components of the marine ecosystems. Prerequisites: BIOL 112/112H, CEM 112/112H, CHEM 211/211H, and MATH 210. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 112 , CHEM 112 , CHEM 211 , and MATH 210 .
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ENVS 403/601 Marine Ecotoxicology Credit 3
This course cuts across traditional subject boundaries by integrating different disciplines, such as chemistry and biochemistry, through ecology and statistics. It provides students with a distinct approach to solving marine environmental pollution issues stemming from stable pollutants how they interact with biotic and abiotic components of the marine ecosystem. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 112/CHEM 112 , CHEM 211/CHEM 211 , BIOL 112/BIOL 112 and MATH 210 .
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ENVS 405 Marine Ecotoxicology Laboratory Credit 1
This course is comprised of two hours of laboratory per week and is designed to accompany ENVS 403/601 . The course will provide hands-on research training to students in Marine Ecotoxicology. Students will learn, among other things, including wet chemistry, instrumental analysis, environmental data analysis and environmental modeling. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 112 , CHEM 211 , BIOL 112 , MATH 210 Corequisite(s): ENVS 403/601 . Laboratory fee required.
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ENVS 410 Applied Coastal Ecology Credit 4
This course will cover the ecology and geomorphology of coastal areas, current issues affecting coastal systems and policies used to address those issues. Throughout the course there will be a particular emphasis placed on the Maryland Coastal Bay (MCB) ecosystem. The course is a lecture/lab where the lab portion is composed of field trips to coastal areas of the Delmarva Peninsula; field trip attendance is mandatory. This is offered as a combined undergraduate and graduate course. Graduate student credit will require in-depth research on a topic relevant to coastal ecology and selected in consultation with the instructor. Once approved the graduate student must research the topic, write a research paper on it and make an oral presentation to the class. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 211 or permission of instructor. Laboratory fee required.
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ENVS 411 Water Pollution and Purification Credit 3
This course discusses biological, chemical, and physical impurities in water, with emphasis on agricultural, industrial, and municipal water pollution, including acid mine drainage, detergents and eutrophication, thermal pollution, oil spills, and other non-point source pollution. Further study of the physical and biochemical processes for waste-water treatment, sludge handling and disposal, and land disposal of wastewaters. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 111 , BIOL 112 , CHEM 112 , PHYS 122 /PHYS 182 , ENVS 221 , Junior class standing or consent of the instructor.
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ENVS 413 Water Pollution and Purification Laboratory Credit 1
This course consists of a three-hour laboratory session every week, designed to provide hands-on experiences in the determination of dissolved and suspended volatile solids in liquids, biochemical oxygen demand, chemical oxygen demand, turbidity, free and residual chlorine, nutrients and metals in water and wastewaters. Corequisite(s): ENVS 411 . Laboratory fee required.
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ENVS 422 Solid and Hazardous Waste Management Credit 3
The course introduces fundamentals of solid and hazardous waste management that include their source characterization, collection, transportation, storage and final disposal. It also deals with resource recovery and utilization, risk assessment, biological, physical and chemical waste treatment methods/technologies and various waste legislation and implementation.
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ENVS 434 Air Pollution Credit 4
This course discusses air quality measurements and air pollution control legislation classification of atmospheric pollutants and their effects on visibility, inanimate, and animate receptors are discussed. Evaluation of source emissions and principles of air pollution control governing the distribution of air pollutants are studied. The laboratory section includes hands-on experiments to study the effect of smoke on living cells, thermal inversion, particulate collection using an impactor, effects of air pollutants on materials and field trips to electric power plant and other facilities. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 112 , CHEM 112 , PHYS 122 /PHYS 182 , ENVS 221 , Junior class standing or consent of the instructor. Laboratory fee required.
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ENVS 456 Future Sources of Energy Credit 3
This course examines various sources of energy used in the United States and globally. Sources discussed include fossil fuels, hydro-electricity, and nuclear energy; alternative sources of energy, including geothermal, solar, photovoltaic cells, wind, tidal, hydrogen fuels from wastes and biomass, and ocean thermal gradient. Students also study processes dealing with energy conservation and energy policy and discuss current issues. Prerequisite(s): PHYS 122 .
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ENVS 460 Earth Science Credit 3
This course is an interdisciplinary examination of the grand challenges confronting the environmental sciences in the 21st Century. Topics examined include biogeochemical cycles, biodiversity and ecosystem functioning, climate variability, hydrologic forecasting, infectious disease and the environment, legal control of resource use, land-use dynamics, and the re-use of materials. The practical and scientific importance of each topic is discussed as well as the readiness of the scientific establishment to meet important areas for future research. Students are expected to research and answer a series of practical hypothetical environmental problems in each area discussed. Prerequisite(s): ENVS 221 , ENVS 222 , or consent of the instructor.
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ENVS 497 Environmental Science Seminar Credit 1
The course covers discussions on current issues in Environmental Sciences and includes student presentations. Topics such as global warming, green house effects, eutrophication, desertification, and other pertinent issues on the environment are covered. The course is opened to juniors and seniors only.
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ENVS 498 Independent Study Credit 1-3
Honors
In this course, students conduct literature survey under the supervision of a faculty member. It is designed to enhance student comprehension of specific environmental science specialty areas. Students are required to read significant literature in selected subjects followed by discussions with the instructor. The hours and credits for this course are by arrangement with the individual instructor. Student may register for 1, 2, 3 or 4 cr. but should repeat the course to accumulate the number of credits required in the core program.
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ENVS 499 Undergraduate Research Credit 1-4
In this course, students conduct independent research project under the supervision of a faculty member. Apart from the research, students are also expected to present oral and written reports. The course is designed for juniors or seniors who have an interest in pursuing a special problem as a research project. The hours and credits for this course are by arrangement with the individual instructor. Student may register for 1, 2, 3 or 4 cr. but should repeat the course to accumulate the number of credits required in the core program.
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EXSC 100 First Year Experience Seminar Credit 1
The course provides an opportunity for students to make a seamless transition from high school to college. Essential skills for transition will be explored and discussed. This course will assist students in developing cognitive skills and in adjusting personally and socially to the college environment. Additionally this course shall facilitate self-awareness and interpersonal communication. The course is taken by Exercise Science majors in lieu of GNST 100 . Required of all first year students. Satisfies GEN ED Area VI: Emerging Issues.
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EXSC 103 Beginning Karate/Self-Defense Credit 2
This course gives students a comprehensive exposure to the fundamental techniques and procedures necessary for competently performing martial arts skills; this exposure includes students’ demonstration of physical, mental and psychological skills which are inherent components of martial arts.
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EXSC 104 Women’s Health Credit 3
This course is designed to help students understand the changes that have occurred historically in society’s attitude toward women and to gain a deeper understanding of their anatomy and physiology. The course helps the student to develop an awareness and become more knowledgeable regarding diseases and health problems that affect women specifically, and learning how to prevent these diseases.
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EXSC 105 Aerobic Dance and Conditioning Credit 2
This course will stress accessing, developing, and maintaining physical fitness through aerobic exercise and dance.
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EXSC 107 Human Sexuality Credit 2
This course provides students with an overview of the many biological, psychological, sociological, and historical dimensions of sexuality in a nonjudgmental tone. The main emphasis will be helping students make responsible decisions that promote healthy sexual behaviors and well-being.
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EXSC 111 Personal Health and Fitness Credit 3
This course studies the principles and practices that affect human health. Emphasis is on physical fitness, stress management, nutrition, and weight control with specific personalized techniques for optimizing health. Students should select the course section they desire as indicated by the topic. Satisfies GEN ED Area VI: Emerging Issues.
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EXSC 121 Beginning Swimming Credit 2
Basic skills of swimming are taught in this class; including adjustment to the water, buoyancy, floating, propulsion through the water involving coordination of arms and legs in stroking, combined with breathing and safety.
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EXSC 151 Golf I Credit 3
This course gives students a comprehensive exposure to the fundamental techniques, rules, and terminology of golf. Furthermore, provides historical, health and business networking benefits, and a social-economical knowledge of community impact regarding the sport.
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EXSC 200 Introduction to Exercise Science Credit 3
This course is an overview of the field of Exercise Science; its development, professional activities and sub-disciplines.
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EXSC 202 Personal and Community Health Credit 3
This course is designed to develop attitudes and practices which contribute to better individual and group health. Emphasis is placed upon major health problems of early adulthood.
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EXSC 222 Intermediate Swimming Credit 1
This course is a continuation of techniques of elementary swimming with emphasis on the development of skills in the basic or standard swimming strokes.
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EXSC 252 Sport Psychology Credit 3
This course is an in-depth study, comparison and analysis of human behavior while participating in sport and physical activity.
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EXSC 265 Contemporary Issues in Kinesiology Credit 3
Students will have opportunities to investigate and learn first-hand information about developing issues in Exercise Science including youth fitness, youth sports, sports for the aged, resistance training for prepubescent athletes, demographics of aging and physiology of aging.
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EXSC 301 Measurements in Exercise Science Credit 3
This course studies the use and interpretation of basic statistical techniques in the application of Exercise Science. Including measures of central tendency, variability, graphic representation, large sample, error theory and simple correlation analysis as applied particularly in evaluation of test material.
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EXSC 302 Sport Medicine and First Aid Credit 3
Prevention, treatment and rehabilitation of athletic injuries and First Aid procedures are studied in the course
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EXSC 311 Applied Kinesiology Credit 4
This course is an analysis of movement based on a knowledge of anatomy and physiology as applied to the function of body mechanics.
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EXSC 332 Exercise Physiology Credit 3
Basic human physiology with emphasis on the physiological changes and residues of exercise are studied in this course. It is to be concurrent with EXSC 333 . Prerequisite(s): BIOL 232 .
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