Updated 10/31/03
Valid academic courses that are not included in the University Catalog. They provide an opportunity for experimentation without delays for courses that are necessary, before new courses and programs can be reviewed for inclusion in the University Catalog.
Basic flight instruction on the ground and in the airplane. Preflight, taxi, takeoff, climbs, turns, straight and level flight, landings, stalls, radios, navigation, cross-country navigation, and emergency procedures. All flights in the daytime (VFR) with a FAA certified flight instructor employed by the Aerospace Engineering Department. No solo flying allowed for students. 2 lectures, 3 laboratories. Prerequisite: AERO 102, proof of passing the FAA Knowledge Test, or consent of instructor.
Analytical methods for aerospace engineering problems. Topics include vector calculus, linear algebra, differential equations, Laplace transforms and Fourier series. Computer programming and numerical methods as applied to problems in aerodynamics, structures, stability and control and astronautics. 5 lectures. Prerequisite: PHYS 133, MATH 242, AERO 215, ME 211. Co-requisite: STAT 312, ME 212, CE 205.
Introduction to state-space and transfer function models for aircraft, spacecraft, missiles, and helicopters. Elementary classical and modern analysis techniques using computers. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: AERO 215. Concurrent: AERO 315.
Deflection analysis. Principles of fictitious displacement, virtual work, and unit load method. Energy methods: dummy load method; Castigliano’s theorem; Maxwell-Betti reciprocal theorem; minimum principles; Rayleigh-Ritz’s method; and Galerkin’s method. Finite element analysis. Structural instability. Stress analysis of aircraft and spacecraft components. Structural constraint. Elementary aeroelasticity. 5 lectures. Prerequisite: AERO 300.
Basic concepts and governing equations with applications to typical aerospace structures. Concepts studied include: analysis of aircraft and aerospace structures; airworthiness and airframe loads; stress analysis of aircraft components; structural constraints; elementary aeroelasticity; introduction to modern fatigue and fracture mechanics analysis; and introduction to composite structures analysis. 3 lectures. Prerequisite: AERO X331.
Review of isotropic material behavior. Behavior of unidirectional fiber composites. Properties of short-fiber composites and isotropic lamina. Analysis of laminated composites. Residual stresses and strains of composites. Strength and hygrothermal behavior of composite materials. Optimization design of pressure vessels. Bending, buckling, and vibration of laminated plates. Notched strength. Fatigue behavior and fracture mechanics of composite structure. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: AERO 331.
Employing the knowledge of stress analysis and aerospace structural analysis in an individual and group design project dealing with aerospace structures. 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: AERO X331, AERO X431.
Satellite thermal/fluid control hardware. Governing equations for flow and heat transfer. Surface tension and liquid/vapor interface. Heat transfer by free convection, forced convection and radiation in low-gravity environment. Heat pipes. Capillary-pumped loops. Cryogenic systems. Fluid management in space. 4 seminars. Prerequisite: AERO 301, AERO 302, and AERO 303.
Origins, application, regulation, and technology of organic agriculture. Theoretical and practical issues surrounding organic agriculture from a cross-disciplinary perspective. Topics include: the history of the organic movement, current regulation and certification, and field management practices and technologies. Features industry guest lecturers. Not open to CRSC, FRSC, or SS majors to fulfill Area F requirement. 3 lectures, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Junior standing and completion of GE Area B.
Advanced topics in agriculture and natural resources. Group study of current research and industry trends. Invited speakers will cover a variety of topics. Total credit limited to 9 units. 1-3 seminars. Prerequisite: Graduate standing or consent of instructor.
Building consensus within California agriculture to increase California’s impact on future national farm policy. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: Junior standing.
Study of legal aspects of wine marketing with emphasis on Federal (BATF) requirements. Application of statistical theory to the collection, interpretation, and forecasting of wine and grape industry data; emphasis on production and sales. Introduction to standard accounting ratios. 3 lectures, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Senior standing and statistics major.
Interactive seminars with legislative and public officials, agricultural business leaders and policymakers from Sacramento and elsewhere, developing agricultural policy. Field trip to Sacramento required. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: Junior standing.
Objectives, content, techniques, materials, and recent trends of successful application of agricultural literacy and awareness to K-6 grade level standards. Ongoing projects, individual and group, allow for the exploration and understanding of agriculture as a theme to teach all of the content areas, as well as assist in understanding the educational standards accompanying each lesson. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: Junior standing or consent of instructor.
Introduction to archaeological method and theory covering the history and development of archaeological thought, approaches to data recovery, dating and analysis of artifacts and ecofacts, and construction of models of prehistoric human behavior through application of archaeological theories. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: ANT 201 or ANT 202.
Overview of the general rehabilitation process and philosophy. Evaluation and analysis of existing structures to determine expected performance due to seismic loads. Development of basic rehabilitation strategies for buildings. 3 laboratories. Prerequisite: ARCE 303, ARCE 304, ARCE 305, ARCE 412, and ARCE 444.
Advanced techniques of photography related to architecture and environmental design fields. Emphasis on subject analysis, composition and presentation. Large and small film formats, studio and on-site lighting and color correction. Assignments to include architecture, landscape, construction in the field, and models and drawings in the studio. 1 lecture, 2 activities. Prerequisite: ARCH 337 or consent of instructor.
Theory, principles and techniques of computer aided architectural or product design, visualization, and digital animation. Utilization of desk top computers and 2-D and 3-D software as integrated tools for development of a comprehensive computer enhanced design process. 5 laboratories. Prerequisite: For architecture majors, all prerequisites required by the year and course level for which the student is seeking credit; for non-architecture majors, junior standing or permission of instructor; for local professionals not seeking academic credit, permission of instructor.
Development of theoretical skills necessary to design a successful web user interface; information architecture and visual identity for digital environments; and the development of the technical skills necessary to design advanced interactivity. 2 lectures, 2 laboratories. Prerequisite: ART 484, ART 487, and senior standing. Art and Design majors only.
Application of the management and operations of Cal Poly’s Western Bonanza Livestock Show. Principles and procedures in planning, organizing, financing, promoting and managing a major livestock show and the fair industry. Total credit limited to 6 units. 1 lecture, 2 activities.
Training of weanling and yearling horses at halter. Selection of proper equipment. Application of safe behavioral training techniques, enabling the horse to accept handling, farrier and health care. Total credit limited to 6 units. 3 activities.
Management principles for the sustainability of commercial beef cattle operations. Systems approach for goal setting, financial analysis, range management, breeding systems, nutrition, health programs, marketing, and production practices to enhance profitability of commercial cow/calf operations. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: ASCI 141 or consent of instructor.
Behavior of the horse and its relationship with people. Learning, motivation, social behavior and communication with techniques to improve the safety and understanding between people and horses. 3 activities. Prerequisite: ASCI 144 and ASCI 214 or consent of instructor.
Advanced principles of equine behavior modification for training young horses under saddle. Identifying differences in individual horses’s attitudes, techniques to teach horses to respond to different stimuli, management of young equine athlete. 5 activities. Prerequisite: ASCI 344 or consent of instructor.
Advanced techniques in embryo manipulation including embryo development, transfer, in vitro fertilization, cryopreservation, embryo biopsy and splitting. Discussions of current advances and ethical consideration in cloning and transgenic animal production. 3 lectures, 2 laboratories. Prerequisite: VS 223; ASCI 401 or DSCI 330 recommended.
Using Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP) principles to develop regulatory inspection plans for meat and poultry processes; development and use of prerequisite programs; microbiological and process overviews. 3 lectures. Prerequisite: ASCI/FSN 211 or ASCI/FSN 209; ASCI/FSN 384 or PM 250, or consent of instructor.
Between-quarter study tour of commercial meat businesses. Livestock harvest and carcass fabrication, further meat processing, retail and food service operations. Personnel, processing procedures, regulatory standards, industry specifications and current issues. 2 activities. Prerequisite: ASCI/FSN 384 or consent of instructor.
Descriptive astronomical properties of the sun, stars, galaxies and interstellar material. Exploration of cosmological models of an expanding universe. Laboratory exercises include real and virtual astronomical viewing and experiments. Not open to students who have completed or are taking ASTR 102, ASTR 301, ASTR 302, or PHYS 132. ASTR 101 is not a prerequisite. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: Appropriate score on the ELM examination for MATH 116 eligibility, or an ELM exemption, or MATH 104.
Observations and experiences involving basic principles in the biological sciences. Emphasis on the diversity of living systems. Cell structure and function. Genetics and ecological relationships. 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: Previous enrollment in BIO 101.
Introduction to the causes, characteristics and treatment of human cancer. Topics include effects of carcinogens and radiation; the genetics of cancer; molecular, cellular and physiological changes; common cancers such as lung, skin, and leukemia; conventional chemotherapy and new treatments. Not for major credit in biological sciences, microbiology or biochemistry. 2 lectures, 2 seminars. Prerequisite: Completion of a college-level course in biology and junior standing.
Life histories and habitats of important species of fishes, invertebrates. Methodologies for the commercial propagation of specific forms. Global and regional coverage, including socioeconomic trends, controversies and applications in developed and less developed regions of the world. Not open for GE credit for majors in the Biological Sciences Department. 3 lectures, 1 activity. Prerequisite: One course in biology (BIO, ZOO, BOT or MCRO prefix), completion of GE Area B, and junior standing.
Introduction to molecular biology databases and computer applications in data mining. Use of computer software for nucleic acid, genome and protein sequence analysis; genetic database tools; industrial applications of bioinformatics; ethical and societal impact of genetic manipulation. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: Completion of a course in biology, preferably BIO 111 or BIO 151, or consent of instructor.
Field studies of terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems of California. Investigation of habitat diversity, environmental factors, composition and functional biology, and seasonal progression of animal and plant communities. Several extended field trips. 2 lectures, 2 laboratories. Prerequisite: Completion of introductory biology series (BIO 151, BIO 152, BIO 153) BIO 325; corequisite: BIO X392, BIO X393, BIO 400 (2 units). Spring quarter only.
Terrestrial and aquatic plant communities of California. Field identification of native and introduced plants in nature. Factors affecting plant distribution and relationships. Several extended field trips. 2 lectures, 2 laboratories. Prerequisite: Completion of introductory biology series (BIO 151, BIO 152, BIO 153), BIO 325, BIO 343; corequisite: BIO 391, BIO 393, BIO 400 (2 units); recommended: BOT 313. Students completing BIO X392 will not be able to receive degree credit for BOT 333 as well. Spring quarter only.
Terrestrial and aquatic animal communities of California. Natural history, population and community ecology, and identification of vertebrates and invertebrates. Determinants of animal distribution. Major mechanisms determining diversity. Several extended field trips. 2 lectures, 2 laboratories. Prerequisite: Completion of introductory biology series (BIO 151, BIO 152, BIO 153), BIO 325, BIO 343; corequisite: BIO X391, BIO X392, BIO 400 (2 units). Spring quarter only.
Concepts and applications of global positioning devices, Geographical Information Systems (GIS) and image analysis in addressing spatial questions within the fields of wildlife management, ecology and field botany. Emphasis on actual case studies. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: BIO 325 or equivalent.
The changes in scientific questions brought about by having the full DNA sequence of humans made available. Address of some of the ethical, legal, and social questions raised by the Genome Project. 2 lectures. Prerequisite: A course in genetics.
Current plant biotechnology applications. The culture of callus, meristems, nodal segments, protoplasts, and suspensions. Bacterial and plant cell transformation, PCR, Southern blots, macroarrays, DNA sequencing, and marker-assisted selection. Miscellaneous course fee may be required – see Class Schedule. 2 laboratories. Prerequisite: BIO 435 or BIO 351, or consent of instructor.
Collection, organization and use of precipitation and runoff data, flood frequency, stream gauging and use of hydrograph, principles of groundwater and flood routing, sizing and economics of soil and water conservation structures. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: Junior standing, MATH 141, and SS 121 or consent of instructor.
Management of rain and irrigation water in vineyards. Irrigation scheduling, managing water stress, climate control with irrigation, and irrigation methods commonly used. Covers management for wine, table grapes, and raisins. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: BRAE 340 or BRAE 236.
Integration of collecting and processing field data; generating graphical representation of the data; design based on the data and laying out the design in the field; and available record resources for use in GIS systems and their accuracy. 2 lectures, 2 laboratories. Prerequisite: BRAE 239.
Water well drilling, design, and development. Pump characteristics and system head. Series and parallel operation. Design of pump intakes. Variable speed electric drives and engines. Pump testing. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: BRAE 340 or equivalent, or BRAE 312 or equivalent.
Familiarization with terms, concepts, and issues associated with conceptualizing, forming, and growing technology-based and technology-enhanced businesses. Identification and analysis of, and effective response to, technopreneurial opportunities. 4 seminars. Prerequisite: Junior standing.
Introduction to work/life balance issues and their successful resolutions. Laws, policies, practices and programs that contribute to the company’s overall strategic business plan. Key goals of staying competitive and maintaining a diverse workforce through recruitment, retraining, and retention. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: BUS 387 or equivalent.
Data base systems, data analysis and modeling for business applications. Relational, post-relational and object-oriented. Entity-relationship diagrams and CASE tools. Information systems architecture, object modeling, Web-based database systems and a database project. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: BUS 391, CSC 101, CSC 102, CSC 103, or BUS 390, and junior standing.
Systems analysis and design. Project team creation and performance monitoring. Systems development life cycle and project management, process modeling using data flow diagrams, data modeling with E/R diagrams, CASE tools, object modeling with UML, and prototype development. 4 lectures. Prerequisite or corequisite: BUS X393 and junior standing.
Continuation of BUS X394. Project management, software testing, documentation, help facility creation, implementation, and maintenance. A fully operational application developed as part of the course. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: BUS X393, BUS X394.
Open Systems Interconnect (OSI) Model. Electronics and media related to network connectivity. Local Area Networks (LANs) and network design and documentation considerations. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: BUS 391; corequisite: BUS 390 or consent of instructor.
In-depth direction for the Network IOS command-line interface. Router components and configuration, IP addressing, routing and routed protocols. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: BUS 396.
Design and network management for both LANs and WANs. Advanced routing protocols and security issues (access lists). WAN encapsulation methods (PPP, ISDN, and Frame Relay). 4 lectures. Prerequisite: BUS 397.
Strategic and organizational concepts and issues associated with growing technology-based and technology-enhanced businesses. Strategic identification and analysis of, and effective response to, technopreneurial growth opportunities in domestic and international markets. 4 seminars. Prerequisite: Senior standing.
Comprehensive coverage of selected advanced financial accounting and reporting topics, including revenue recognition, software development costs, employee stock option plans, pensions and post retirement benefit plans, accounting for income taxes, leases, specialized inventory issues and advanced consolidation issues. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: BUS 322.
Comprehensive coverage of accounting processes. Computerized accounting processes, internal controls, process mapping and audit considerations. Auditor risk analysis of control weaknesses within ERP accounting processes. 3 lectures, 1 activity. Prerequisite: BUS 321 with a minimum grade of C–.
Introduction to insurance planning and risk management and its role in financial planning. Key concepts include determining risk exposure and selecting insurance products. Legal aspects of property and liability policy, life, health, and social insurance. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: BUS 342.
Process of financing new and fast-growing firms. Readings on venture capital process, from seed capital through initial public offering. Valuation of firms seeking venture capital, and those planning initial public offering. Valuing convertible securities. Real options valuation. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: BUS 342, BUS 431.
Retirement planning and employee benefits, Social Security and Medicare, types of retirement plans, qualified plan characteristics, distribution options, and group insurance benefits. Trusts, power of attorney, and probate. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: BUS 342.
Contemporary theoretical and empirical issues in finance including agency/signaling theory, reputation models, game theory applications, and financial ethics. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: BUS 342.
Electronic commerce (e-commerce) and the traditional marketing process. Topics include marketing planning stages for online activities, tools of electronic marketing resources, integrating the promotional mix, capturing customer profiles and establishing the “virtual store.” 4 lectures. Prerequisite: BUS 346, BUS 391, senior standing.
Interface between marketing and technology. Frameworks for systematic decision-making about marketing in high-tech environments. How marketing tools and techniques may be adapted and modified for the adoption of high-technology products and services. The utility of new media technologies as marketing tools. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: BUS 346.
Selection and analysis of business problems and opportunities in a project-based setting. Problems typical of those which graduates could encounter in their fields of employment. Formal report required. 4 seminars. Prerequisite: Senior standing.
System administration, including the essential tasks of stand-alone installation, file system management, backup procedures, process control, user administration, and device management. Maintaining Sun systems, configuring and troubleshooting the NFS, and configuring the Network Information System (NIS) environment. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: BUS 493 and consent of instructor.
Electronic commerce. Importance of the internet. Issues of handling of money, security, and electronic marketplace. Virtual factory and strategies for electronic commerce. Software products used to develop e-commerce applications. 3 lectures, 1 activity. Prerequisite: BUS 391.
Specification and operation of Intelligent Transportation systems (ITS). Traffic surveillance and control systems including freeway management, traffic signal, dynamic message signs, video surveillance, data communications, weather sensing, vehicle detection, and transit management. Standards including the National Architecture for ITS. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: CE 221, graduate standing, or consent of instructor.
Properties and mechanical characteristics of fiber reinforced polymer (FRP) composite materials; their application in civil engineering structures as primary or secondary reinforcement (FRP rebars); and design techniques based on newly developed ACI 440 design guidelines and worldwide experience on FRP design. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: CE 351 and CE 355.
Flexural and shear strengthening reinforced and prestressed concrete members using fiber reinforced polymer composite plates and laminates; seismic repair and rehabilitation of columns, slabs, beams and structures. Design philosophy and design methodology, based on current understanding of FRP-strengthening techniques. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: CE 351 and CE 355.
Student teams working in cooperation with a local community organization to complete an integrated civil design project. Projects representative of those encountered in professional practice. Focus on management as well as design issues. Volunteer service required. 2 laboratories each course. Prerequisite: Senior standing and consent of instructor.
Identification and characterization of consolidated geologic materials for the purpose of civil analysis and design; interpretation of geologic maps, cross-sections, and reports; interpretation of aerial photographs; assessment of stability in response to common civil-type development activities. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: CE 381, CE 382, GEOL 201.
Collaboration of interdisciplinary faculty and guest speakers. Introduction and analysis of concepts and designs for sustainable mobility from a global-to-local perspective including pedestrians, bicyclists and public transportation. Address economy, environment and equity (social issues) through lectures and panels as well as through excursions and a planning/design project in San Luis Obispo County. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: Graduate standing or consent of instructor.
Laboratory techniques in inorganic chemistry. Enhances student repertoire of synthetic and analytic techniques as applied to inorganic and organometallic chemistry. 2 laboratories. Prerequisite: CHEM 481.
Physical properties of polymers and coatings and their measurement; molecular weight averages, glass transition, thermodynamics of polymers, viscoelastic properties, theology; molecular weight determination, thermal analysis, spectroscopic analysis, mechanical testing, atomic force microscopy. Not open to students with credit in CHEM 444. 3 lectures. Prerequisite: CHEM 351. Corequisite: CHEM 547. Required: MS Polymers and Coatings Science.
Polymerization methods and mechanisms; chemistry of initiators, catalysts and inhibitors; use of representative types; synthesis, film formation, structure and properties of polymers commonly used in coatings and adhesives. Polymer nomenclature. 3 lectures. Not open to students with credit in CHEM 445. Prerequisite: CHEM 317 or equivalent. Corequisite: CHEM X548.
Polymer characterization and analysis. Molecular weight analysis using viscometry, light scattering, and gel permeation chromatography. Thermal analysis using differential scanning calorimetry, thermal mechanical analysis and dynamic mechanical analysis. Polymer rheology. Infrared, Raman and FT-NMR spectroscopy. Atomic force microscopy. Fabrication and testing of conducting polymeric materials. Not open to students with credit in CHEM 447. 2 laboratories. Corequisite: CHEM X544. Required: MS Polymers and Coatings Science.
Polymer synthesis using solution, suspension, bulk, emulsion techniques. Synthesis of chain growth polymers using free radical, anionic, cationic, and other catalysts. Synthesis of step-growth polymers. Kinetics of polymer reactions. Synthesis of resins used in modern coatings. Not open to students with credit in CHEM 448. 2 laboratories. Prerequisite: CHEM 317. Corequisite: CHEM X545.
Formulation of modern coatings. Raw materials including resins, solvents, pigments, and additives. Formulation principles for solvent-borne and high solids coatings, water-borne coatings, powder coatings, radiation cure coatings and architectural coatings. Regulatory issues; VOC’s. Coating properties, film formation, film defects, application methods, color and color acceptance. 3 lectures. Prerequisite: CHEM 444 or CHEM 544. Corequisite: CHEM X551.
Laboratory formulation of modern coatings. Formation of pigment dispersions. Formulation of solvent-borne and high solids coatings, water-borne coatings, powder coatings, radiation cure coatings and architectural coatings. VOC measurements. Measurement of coating properties, film formation, film defects, application methods, color and color acceptance, hiding, gloss. Accelerated weathering. 2 laboratories. Corequisite: CHEM X550.
Introduction to principles and problem solving methods of computer science. Application of mathematics and logic to solving computing problems; principles of abstraction, decomposition, and encapsulation; algorithms for computing; fundamentals of data representation and computing machine operations; introduction to object-oriented programming principles. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Corequisite: CSC 141.
Introduction to object oriented software implementation using a modern OO language: classes, objects, methods, data types, variables, expressions, input, output, control structures, exceptions, inheritance, basic data structures, searching, sorting, coding, testing, documentation. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: CPE X104 with a C- grade or better.
Review of material from CSC 102 using CSC department core programming language. Intended for students with existing background in ACM CS 2 material needing review and an opportunity to adapt to the CSC core language. Not allowed for CSC technical elective credit. 1 lecture, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
C programming language from a system programming perspective. Standard C language components (operators, standard I/O functions, strings, pointers, arrays, structs, etc.), with a focus on system functions (exec, fork, inline ASM, signal handling). Unix also covered: shell commands, shell scripting, file system. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: CSC/CPE 103, CPE 215.
Survey of topics in computer system and network security, including protection, access control, distributed access control, operating system security, applied cryptography, network security, firewalls, secure coding practices, and case studies from real-world systems. 3 lectures. Prerequisite: CPE/CSC 453 or consent of instructor.
Use of security tools and programming secure systems. Simulation of computer system and network attacks and defenses. Sample projects involving scanning, fingerprinting, Trojan horse attacks, denial of service, remote control and back door attacks, log doctoring, web hacking, Internet security. 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: CPE/CSC 453 or consent of instructor.
Selection and completion of an individual or team project in laboratory environment under faculty supervision. Project results presented in formal report. Miscellaneous course fee may be required–see Class Schedule. 3 laboratories. Prerequisite: CPE 315, CPE 319, CPE 359.
Selection and completion of an individual project or team project in laboratory environment under faculty supervision. Project results presented in formal report. Miscellaneous course fee may be required–see Class Schedule. 2 laboratories. Prerequisite: CPE 461 or CPE X461.
Sequel to CSC 369. Topics in distributed computing, with emphasis on object-based and component-based software development and fault-tolerance in distributed computing. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: CSC 369.
Introduction to horticulture and crop science. Plant parts and processes, climate, and the interaction of plants and their environment. Managing the plant’s environment including water, soil and media, mineral nutrition. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory.
Introduction to principles and problem solving methods of computer science. Application of mathematics and logic to solving computing problems; principles of abstraction, decomposition, and encapsulation; algorithms for computing; fundamentals of data representation and computing machine operations; introduction to object-oriented programming principles. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor. Corequisite: CSC 141.
Introduction to object oriented software implementation using a modern OO language: classes, objects, methods, data types, variables, expressions, input, output, control structures, exceptions, inheritance, basic data structures, searching, sorting, coding, testing, documentation. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: CSC X104 with a C- grade or better.
Review of material from CSC 102 using CSC department core programming language. Intended for students with existing background in ACM CS 2 material needing review and an opportunity to adapt to the CSC core language. Not allowed for CSC technical elective credit. 1 lecture, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Introduction to the fundamentals of computer programming with an emphasis on mathematical, scientific and engineering applications: principles of algorithmic problem solving and procedural programming using a modern programming language (currently C++), data types, elementary data structures, input/output and control structures. Not a substitute for CSC/CPE 101 for CSC/CPE majors or minors. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: MATH 141 with a grade of C- or better, or consent of instructor.
Further study of computer program development with an emphasis on mathematical, scientific and engineering applications. Introduction to more complicated data types and structures. Practice of more complicated techniques of procedural programming. Introduction to the principles of object-oriented programming using a modern programming language (currently C++). Detailed discussion of lists and classic list algorithms, algorithm analysis, multidimensional arrays, records, dynamic data structures, file input/output, classes. Not a substitute for CSC/CPE 102 for CSC/CPE majors or minors. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: CSC X235 with a grade of C- or better, or consent of instructor.
Introduction to the fundamentals of computer science using the modern object-oriented Java programming language. Includes principles of algorithmic problem solving, data types, elementary data structures, input/output, control structures, classes and methods. Not a substitute for CSC 101 for CSC/CPE majors or minors. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: MATH 221 or STAT 252 with a grade of C- or better, or consent of instructor.
Continuation of CSC X237. Intermediate study of computer program development using the modern object-oriented (OO) Java programming language. Further study of OO principles including inheritance and interfaces. Introduction to implementation of Graphical User Interfaces, multi-media, streams, database connection, and scripting. Not a substitute for CSC 102 for CSC/CPE majors or minors. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: CSC X237 with a grade of C- or better.
Survey of topics in computer system and network security, including protection, access control, distributed access control, operating system security, applied cryptography, network security, firewalls, secure coding practices, and case studies from real-world systems. 3 lectures. Prerequisite: CPE/CSC 453 or consent of instructor.
Use of security tools and programming secure systems. Simulation of computer system and network attacks and defenses. Sample projects involving scanning, fingerprinting, Trojan horse attacks, denial of service, remote control and back door attacks, log doctoring, web hacking, Internet security. 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: CPE/CSC 453 or consent of instructor.
Sequel to CSC 369. Topics in distributed computing, with emphasis on object-based and component-based software development and fault-tolerance in distributed computing. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: CSC 369.
Selection and completion of a project by individuals or team which is typical of problems which graduates must solve in their fields of employment. Project may include students from other disciplines. Formulation of outline, literature review, and project schedule. 2 laboratories. Prerequisite: CSC 206 and consent of instructor.
Completion of a project by individuals or team which is typical of problems which graduates must solve in their fields of employment. Project may include students from other disciplines. Project schedule, literature review, and project delivery. 3 laboratories. Prerequisite: CSC 491 and consent of instructor.
Exploration of advanced topics in computer networks and multimedia systems. Students will give oral presentations on current networking literature. Lab will be a case study on implementing a network solution at a large corporation. 3 seminars, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: CPE/CSC 464.
The methods and techniques that computer-based systems can provide to make the utilization and management of knowledge and information in digital form easier for the user. While such methods may rely on knowledge representation and reasoning techniques, the emphasis lies on support for knowledge-intensive activities performed by users. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: CPE/CSC 481.
Selection of dairy cattle for consignment sale, advertising, cattle preparation, and marketing at a consignment sale. Includes financial management, health of cattle, sale catalog design, and cattle merchandising. Total credit limited to 8 units. 1 seminar and supervised work. Prerequisite: Junior standing or consent of instructor; DSCI 121 or DSCI 230, DSCI 241.
Advanced topics in undergraduate econometrics. Single equation estimation topics including: distributed lag models, causality, cointegration and error correction models and nonlinear estimation. Forecasting with a single equation model. Simultaneous equation estimation, including instrumental variables, two stage least squares and seemingly unrelated regression. 3 lectures, 1 activity. Prerequisite: ECON 339.
High performance collaborative teams formed to undertake preliminary design of a new building in a professional practice setting. Interdisciplinary teams focus on each step of project development, including planning, building design, structure, M.E.P. systems, as well as Green building considerations, regulatory criteria and approvals, design and construction scheduling and costs. 3 activities. Prerequisite: 4th year standing or consent of instructor.
Knowledge, theory, fieldwork, and research related to effectively managing, planning, and teaching in K-3 and 4-8 classrooms; connections between preventing discipline problems and choices about curriculum, instruction, and management, creating a positive learning environment for all students. 2 seminars, 2 activities. Prerequisite: LS 230.
Theories, methods, materials and assessment involved in the instruction of English language learners. Bilingual, transitional, and English-only programs compared across a historical framework. An integrated language arts approach emphasized, including application of reading programs based on theories of language acquisition. 2 seminars and 1 activity. Prerequisite: Admission to single subject teaching credential program, junior standing in agricultural education major, or consent of instructor.
Orientation class to develop a two (minimum) to five (maximum) year plan that will result in a Professional Clear Educational Specialist Credential. The plan will contain elements that: a) extend the learning of the Level I credential, b) foster critical reflection, c) include involvement of employer (i.e. school district) representatives, & d) include both university and non-university academic work. 1 seminar, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Admission to the (Level II) Professional Educational Specialist Program.
Use of authentic fair assessment process to verify that the candidate has met the Level II Performance standards and other expectations. Candidate assistance in preparation for culminating assessments. Credit/No Credit grading only. 1 seminar, 1 activity. Prerequisites: Admission into the Professional Level II Credential Program; EDUC 441; completion of all Level II coursework and related activities.
Introduction to traditional academic, student-centered, and democratic approaches to curriculum design and methods of teaching. Preparation for 1-week intensive teaching experience in 6-12 grade classrooms. 2 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Admission to post-baccalaureate Single Subject Credential Program or consent of instructor. Corequisite: EDUC 461.
Principles, methods and practices of organizing and managing secondary classrooms, including multiple models of classroom discipline and the management of cooperative learning. Issues of law as they relate to teacher’s responsibilities in the classroom. Preparation for a one-week intensive teaching experience in 6-12 classrooms. 2 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: EDUC 300 or equivalent and junior standing or consent of instructor. Corequisite: EDUC X463 (AGED students take only EDUC X462).
Required field experience for EDUC X462, development of management strategies for 6-12 classroom, including the management of cooperative groups. Preparation for one-week intensive teaching experience. Credit/No Credit grading only. 1 activity. Prerequisite: EDUC 300 or equivalent and junior standing or consent of instructor. Corequisite: EDUC X462 (AGED students take only EDUC X463).
Required field experience for EDUC X464. Demonstration of small group literacy assessment and instruction in 6-12 classrooms. Preparation for one-week intensive teaching experience in 6-12 classroom. Credit/No Credit grading only. 1 activity. Prerequisite: EDUC 300 or equivalent. Corequisite: EDUC X464.
Field experience for EDUC 466. Creating and using forms of assessment in 6-12 classrooms. Analyzing student learning through observations. Credit/No Credit grading only. 1 activity. Prerequisite: EDUC 460 through EDUC 465. Corequisite: EDUC 466, EDUC 468 and EDUC 469 (AGED students not required to take EDUC 466).
Using the Internet to enhance student learning. Internet search techniques, access and safety issues, evaluating and citing Internet resources. Using the Internet for teacher-led instruction, student-directed learning, and project-based learning. Participants complete an Internet based lesson plan. 1 lecture, 1 seminar. Prerequisite: Basic computer skills, junior standing.
Overview and application of instructional technologies in the classroom. Technology resources and ethical/legal issues. Evaluation of lesson plans and educational software. Planning and creating technology enhanced lessons and units. 1 lecture, 1 seminar. Prerequisite: EDUC 471 or equivalent.
Word processing, desktop publishing, spreadsheets, and basic multimedia presentations as learning tools. Using computers to enhance instruction and student learning. Participants create a classroom presentation and a variety of instructional and productivity documents. 1 lecture, 1 seminar. Prerequisite: Basic computer skills, junior standing.
The basics of a variety of multimedia applications and tools for creating a standards-based, multimedia project for the classroom. By researching exemplary multimedia lessons, activities, and resources available on the Internet, as well as discussing pedagogical ideas, participants learn how to create meaningful and engaging multimedia projects. Culminating assignment to create a standards-based lesson, unit, or project that integrates multimedia. 1 lecture, 2 seminars. Prerequisite: Some experience using personal computers and familiarity with fundamental concepts, including operating systems, file management, basic software applications, basic Internet skills, and use of e-mail.
Fundamentals and tools of Web page creation and publishing: design, development and editing. Skill development and practice in using text, images and hypertext links. Culminating assignment to create a standards based sequence of lessons, unit, or project. 1 lecture, 1 seminar. Prerequisite: Basic computer skills, junior standing.
Application of instructional technology in teaching science. Internet sources for science teaching. Exploration of use of computers to simulate scientific phenomena and of graphing calculators to collect and analyze data. Construction of technology-enhanced lesson plan. 1 lecture. Prerequisite: Basic computer skills, junior standing.
Basic and advanced troubleshooting techniques commonly used in the classroom. Topics include an introduction and overview of hardware and software, computer maintenance and preventive measures, technology repair, and advanced techniques and resources. 2 seminars.
Designed to meet the requirements for Level II technology, as defined by the CCTC, in a community based learning environment. Materials and procedures created two hours per week in the technology lab, and technology applied in a K-12 classroom two hours per week working with teachers and students. 1 activity and supervised work. Prerequisite: EDUC 480 or test equivalent.
Advanced knowledge and skills in ability to conduct instructional, behavioral and socio-vocational assessments and to analyze data to determine whether and how to modify academic instruction, social skills training, and/or career/vocational preparation. 3 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Acceptance into the Level II Educational Specialist Credential Program; EDUC 441.
Advanced studies and skills in assessment, curriculum and instructional techniques for teachers of pupils with mild/moderate disabilities. Emphasis on the collaborative and consultative role of the special educator. 3 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Admission into the Level II Education Specialist Credential Program; EDUC 441.
Advanced studies in assessment, curriculum and instructional techniques for teachers of pupils with moderate/severe disabilities. Emphasis on the collaborative, consultative, and management roles of the special educator. 3 seminars, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Admission into the Level II Education Specialist Credential Program; EDUC 441.
K-12 science inservice workshop. Content, activities and resources shared connecting to the theme “energy and the environment.” Investigation, experimentation and use of inquiry in science education emphasized. Strategies presented for integrating technology into science curriculum. Field trips to Duke Power Plant and Guadalupe Dunes. Credit/No Credit grading only. 6 seminars. Prerequisite: Teacher credential and participant in CCSP.
Independent study to follow EDUC X593. Project developed which applies skills and knowledge acquired in EDUC X593 for assuming leadership roles in science education in participants’ schools and districts. Credit/No Credit grading only. Total credit limited to 5 units; repeatable in the same quarter. Prerequisite: Teacher credential and participant in CCSP.
K-12 science inservice workshop. Content, activities and resources shared on using a school garden to teach science and language development. Strategies presented for integrating standards, literacy and technology, the new framework, school-adopted instructional materials and local resources into the curriculum. Field trips to school garden in Paso Robles. Credit/No Credit grading only. 4 seminars. Prerequisite: Teacher credential and participant in CCSP.
Independent study to follow EDUC X595. Project developed which applies skills and knowledge acquired in EDUC X595 for implementing garden-based lessons in participants’ schools and districts. Credit/No Credit grading only. Total credit limited to 8 units; repeatable in the same quarter. Prerequisite: Teacher credential and participant in CCSP.
Intensive inservice workshops for 6-9th grade science teachers. Content and hands-on activities presented, concentrating on California Science Standards. Required assignment of draft lesson plan applying acquired content. Credit/No Credit grading only. Total credit limited to 4 units. Prerequisite: Teacher credential and participant in CCSP.
Introduction to mathematical modeling techniques used in the design of electronic systems. Applications include communication systems; audio, video, and image processing systems; communication networks, and robotics and control systems. Modeling techniques include linear-time-invariant systems, elementary nonlinear systems, discrete-event systems, infinite state space models and finite automata. Analysis techniques introduced include frequency domain, Z transform domains and automata theory. A Matlab-based laboratory is included. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: MATH 143, CSC 101, PHYS 132, CPE/EE 219/259, or consent of instructor.
Completion of signals and systems, including recursive filters and spectrum analysis. Resistive circuits, voltage and current sources, network theorems, Op-amp circuits. First and second order circuit models and analysis. Internal operations, terminal characteristics, and models of diodes and transistors (bipolar and field-effect). Use of electrical and electronic test equipment. Experimental verification of circuit analysis concepts. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: EE X220; corequisite: MATH 242, PHYS 133.
Continuation of EE X221. Sinusoidal steady state analysis and modeling; power. Introduction to solid state electronic devices, analysis, and modeling. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: EE X221, PHYS 211.
Antennas, propagation, transceiver and key component designs. Design and analysis of the RF stages of modern wireless communication systems. 3 lectures. Prerequisite: EE 313, EE 414, or consent of instructor. Concurrent: EE X441.
Experimental investigation of RF communication wireless systems. Experiments on mixers, low noise amplifiers, frequency synthesizers and transceiver system integration. 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: EE 353. Concurrent: EE X440.
Selection and completion of a project exemplifying problems that graduates must solve in their fields of employment. Project results are presented in a formal report. 3 laboratories. Prerequisite: EE 309/EE 349, EE 319/EE 359, EE 325/EE 365, EE 334, EE 460.
Selection and completion of a project exemplifying problems that graduates must solve in their fields of employment. Project results are presented in a formal report. 2 laboratories. Prerequisite: EE X463.
Introduction to horticulture and crop science. Plant parts and processes, climate, and the interaction of plants and their environment. Managing the plant’s environment including water, soil and media, mineral nutrition. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory.
Directed group laboratory study emphasizing problem solving techniques and applied communication skills currently faced in turfgrass management. 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: EHS 243, SS 221.
Computer assisted Design and Drafting (CADD) applications for landscape horticultural business. In-depth study and exposure to various media essential to digital graphic landscape horticulture. CAD computer application skills for plan, detail, elevation, perspective, and section drawings. Hands-on exposure to CAD based estimating techniques, databases, and plant selection programs. Field trip may be required. 2 lectures, 2 laboratories. Prerequisite: EHS 122, EHS 126, EHS 232, EHS 301, and EHS 331 or EHS 321 or approval of instructor.
Investigation of habitat restoration and role of horticulture in successful implementation of restoration projects, including mitigation, revegetation, and erosion control. Practical application of restoration methods and guidelines for specific California plant communities including site-specific plant production. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: EHS 381.
Directed practice in writing in a laboratory environment. Required of students scoring between 146 and 150 on the English Placement Test. To be taken concurrently with ENGL 114. Credit/No Credit grading only. Not for baccalaureate credit. 1 laboratory.
Ancient epics and classical literature of Mesopotamia, Greece, and Rome. Representative readings include Epic of Gilgamesh, Iliad, Odyssey, various Greek dramas, Symposium, Aeneid, Satryicon, and the Golden Ass. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: Completion of GE Area A.
Analysis and evaluation of traditional literature, fantasy, realistic fiction, historical fiction, informational books, picture books and poetry for children in multiple subject classrooms, grades K-6. Emphasis on multicultural texts. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: ENGL 134 and ENGL 145 or ENGL 148.
Analysis and evaluation of young adult literature appropriate for classroom instruction in grades 6-12 with special attention to the relationship of young adult literature to popular culture and themes relevant to adolescents. Pedagogical approaches also explored. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: ENGL 134 and ENGL 145 or ENGL 148.
Methods of teaching English in secondary schools with emphasis on practical approaches to teaching grammar/mechanics and the writing process in a literature based classroom. Attention to lesson and unit planning and integration of technology in the English classroom. 5 lectures. Prerequisite: ENGL 145 or ENGL 148, admission to the teacher education program, or consent of instructor.
Discussion of selected subjects such as Renaissance Drama, comedy or tragedy, creative writing and the like, for purposes of defining individual topics for completion in ENGL 461. 1 seminar. To be taken concurrently with ENGL 461. Prerequisite: English department approval.
Three-unit adjunct course which must be taken concurrently with a department-approved English 400-level course during the last two quarters of the student’s undergraduate career. English majors only.
Graduate instruction in writing, revising, and evaluation fiction. Total credit limited to 10 units. 5 seminars. Prerequisite: admission to the MFA or consent of instructor.
Graduate instruction in writing, revising, and evaluation poetry. Total credit limited to 10 units. 5 seminars. Prerequisite: admission to the MFA or consent of instructor.
Advanced technical communication principles used to communicate project design to manufacturing processes. Means to enhance reliability and to assure quality of engineered products and systems. Production of prototypes of biomedical implements. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: MATH 141 or consent of instructor.
Special requirements of materials and manufacturing processes required by biomedical engineering applications. Design, development and production of prototypes of biomedical implements. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: ME 212, MATE 210, STAT 321, IME 314, CE 204, CSC 234, and exposure to CAD or consent of instructor.
Selection and completion of a project by individuals or team which is typical of problems which graduates musts solve in their fields of employment, or which is representative of those encountered in professional practice. Project involves but is not limited to, physical modeling and testing of integrated design projects, cost considerations and planning. Activities include: formulation of outline, literature review, and project schedule. 2 laboratories. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Continuation of ENGR X481. Research methodology: problem statement, method, results, analysis, synthesis, project design, construction (when feasible), and evaluation/conclusions. Project results are presented in formal written reports suitable for reference library and formal oral reports. 2 laboratories. Prerequisite: ENGR X481.
Theory and case studies of innovative industrial and hazardous waste treatment and waste minimization through principles of pollution prevention. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: ENVE 331.
Fundamentals of occupational health and safety, including theories of accident causation, stress and safety, mechanical hazard, falling hazard, pressure hazard, industrial toxicology, radiation hazard. Engineering design to minimize accidents and occupational exposure to hazardous materials. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: ENVE 331.
Design and construction of a small-scale water filtration system. Theory of slow sand filtration, activated carbon adsorption and other processes governing water filtration. 2 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: ENVE 331.
Chemistry of natural and polluted waters. Topics include chemical, kinetic, and equilibrium principles, redox reactions, gas solution and solid solution equilibria, thermodynamics, carbonate systems, coordination chemistry, interfacial phenomena. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: Graduate standing or consent of instructor.
Design and management of decentralized wastewater treatment systems. Description of wastewater characteristics, process analysis, and wastewater pretreatment. Design of treatment processes for septic tank effluent. Effluent disposal, septage management, and management of decentralized systems. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: ENVE 438.
Semiconductor manufacturing processes, toxic and hazardous chemicals and gases used in those processes; industrial hygiene issues. Review of applicable environmental regulations, and required permits. Field trip to a semiconductor fabrication facility. 4 seminars. Prerequisite: Graduate standing or consent of instructor.
Survey of the historical development of Filipina/o American identities and communities. Social, cultural and political institutions that have influenced Filipina/o immigration, participatory citizenship, activism and cultural practices. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: ES 112, ES 212 or consent of instructor.
Introduction to the history and evolution of the critical race theory movement, and to defining issues of the field; in particular, the relationship between race, power and the law. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: ES 112, ES 114 or consent of instructor.
Principles of wood properties and efficient use of renewable wood resources including methods for using wood as an energy source. Weekend or full-day field trips required. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: FNR 201 and FNR 260 or consent of instructor.
Interdisciplinary course focusing on lesson planning for K-8. Theory and practice of teaching methodology. Open only to Liberal Studies majors. Credit/No Credit grading only. Prerequisite: SPAN 103 competency.
Introduction to horticulture and crop science. Plant parts and processes, climate, and the interaction of plants and their environment. Managing the plant’s environment including water, soil and media, mineral nutrition. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory.
Understanding of grapevine physiology. Includes anatomy and morphology, taxonomy, physiological processes, growth cycle, phenology, bud break, flowering, fruit set, berry ripening. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: FRSC 231, FRSC 331, or consent of instructor.
Understanding the most important factors involved in growing quality winegrapes. Includes site selection with homocline approach, soil mapping, choice of variety, clone and rootstock, spacing, the management of canopy, irrigation, nutrition, pests and diseases, fruit assessment, quality assurance. 3 lectures. Prerequisite: FRSC 231, FRSC 331, or consent of instructor.
Color sciences and quality control techniques as they relate to the printing and allied industries. Application of theory to color reproduction, color control, print inspection, process control, and quality measurement. 3 lectures. Prerequisite: GRC 320.
In-depth understanding of design and production as it relates to print and on-line digital media for commercial use. Advanced production techniques in image editing and multimedia applications. Preparation and evaluation of computer-generated images. 2 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: GRC 338.
Current developments, products, processes, technologies, objectives, obstacles and opportunities in the world of digital communication for the printing and publishing industry. 3 lectures. Prerequisite: GRC 201 or GRC 301, or consent of instructor.
Business, government, and society and international business. Case and simulation experiences integrating functional areas covered in GSB X510 and GSB X520. Third course in sequence of four comprising 44 of 48-unit core course in MBA program. 5 seminars, 3 activities. Prerequisite: GSB 520.
The application of financial theory to the problems of valuing derivative securities and the management of business risks with derivative securities.. The principal securities considered include forwards, futures, options, and swaps. 4 seminars. Prerequisite: GSB 512 and GSB 585.
Process of financing new and fast-growing firms. Readings on the venture capital process, from seed capital through the initial public offering. Valuation of firms seeking venture capital, and those planning their initial public offering. Valuing convertible securities. Real options valuation. 2 lectures, 2 seminars. Prerequisite: GSB 520 or GSB 531.
Examination of the complicated modern relationship between Taiwan and China, during the eras of Japanese colonialism in Taiwan (1895-1945), Chinese Nationalist (KMT) rule under the Chiangs (1945-1987), and democratization (1988-present). 4 seminars. Prerequisite: HIST 110, HIST 111, HIST 207; junior standing or consent of instructor.
Historical examination of Great Britain’s challenge to its sovereignty and freedom by the regime of Nazi Germany from 1939-1945. An account of how Britain formed an alliance with the United States, and how that partnership forged a successful campaign that culminated in the survival of Britain and destruction of the Nazi regime. 3 lectures, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Enrollment in London Study Program; completion of GE Area A; completion of two courses from Areas D1, D2, D3, D4; and junior standing or permission of the instructor.
Examination of 20th century Chinese history through the use of Chinese feature films. Films (all with English subtitles) will serve as main text for understanding the tremendous changes in modern Chinese history, as well as the evolving relationship between film and Chinese society. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: Junior standing or consent of instructor.
Introduction to what has been called “the new historical novel.” The rise of the new historical novel in the 1960’s and its development over the succeeding forty years. A close reading of several illuminating examples, set against the historical circumstances in which they were written and the historical circumstances they purport to represent. How to evaluate the historical novel’s claims to intellectual legitimacy. 3 lectures, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Junior standing or consent of instructor.
Introduction to the principles of public speaking. Practical experience in the development, presentation, and critical analysis of speeches to inform, to persuade, and to actuate. Not open to students with credit in SCOM 102. 4 lectures.
Introductory and interdisciplinary study of the ways that race and ethnicity are created by both historical processes and American institutional formation – specifically social, political, economic, legal and cultural institutions. Special attention paid to the interlocking systems of race, class, gender and sexuality. 4 lectures.
Oscillations, waves in elastic media, sound waves. Temperature, heat and the first law of thermodynamics. Kinetic theory of matter, second law of thermodynamics. Geometrical and physical optics. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: PHYS 131 or HNRS 131.
Basic principles of microeconomics and macroeconomics. Emphasis on applications to current national and global economic issues. For majors requiring one quarter of economics. Not open to students having previous credit in ECON 222 or equivalent. 4 lectures.
MATE 210 for Honors students. A more in-depth treatment of the topics presented in MATE 210. 3 lectures. Prerequisite: CHEM 111, CHEM 124 or CHEM 127; MATH 141.
Interaction of selected traditional and modernizing non-Western cultures with Western industrial imperialism and its attendant economic, political, and cultural forces. Within this context, evaluation of both the nature of industrial imperialism and the way in which it influenced or interfered with the host culture. 4 lectures.
Readings from primary philosophical texts, from the ancient and modern periods, with focus on the identification and evaluation of the central ethical and political themes and arguments presented in them. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: Completion of GE Area A.
Economic analysis of the cause, extent and impact of poverty, discrimination and immigration and of the policies designed to address these socioeconomic issues. Emphasis on the experience of African-Americans, Latinos, and women in the United States. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: Completion of GE Areas A, D1, and ECON 201 or 222.
Humanistic investigation into the theoretical and practical applications of technology with specific reference to the social effects of technological change. For all majors. Non-technical. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: Completion of GE Area A and one course from Area C.
Interaction of selected traditional and modernizing non-Western cultures with Western industrial imperialism and its attendant forces. Nature of industrial imperialism and the way in which it influenced or interfered with the host culture, and the emergence of nationalism. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: HIST 206 or HIST 207; POLS 112.
Contemporary popular culture and its relationship to the great art and literature of the past. Discussion of television, films, advertising, best sellers, popular magazines, children's stories, comics, and the great tradition of literature. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: Completion of GE Area A and one course from Area C.
Discussions on significant environmental issues (local, regional, national, or global) where technology is major cause and/or offers possible solution. Political, economic, social, legal and other factors as well as technological. 4 seminars. Prerequisite: Completion of Area A and two courses from Areas D1, D2, D3 or D4; strongly recommended completion of Area B, and approval of Honors Program director.
Development of higher education in the United States; the role of science and research in the University; and the response of higher education to changing economic, political and social demands. 4 seminars. Prerequisite: Senior standing, GPA of at least 3.0, or consent of instructor.
Selective examination of the cultural and historical legacy of London within the development of western civilization as well as its influence in the submission and eventual emergence of the non-western world in the twentieth century. An interpretive and analytical study of how London shaped the social, economic, political and legal institutions of western society. 3 lectures, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Enrollment in London Study Program; completion of two courses in GE Area D/#; junior standing or consent of instructor.
Activities related to interdisciplinary examination of the culture of Spain. Focus on the history, literature, art, philosophy, and language of Spain from the era of the early migrations of antiquity through contemporary Spanish life. Credit/No Credit grading only. 2 laboratories. Corequisite: HUM 310, subtopic “Culture of Spain.” Prerequisite: Junior standing or consent of instructor. Limited only to students enrolled in the Salamanca Study Program.
Activities related to interdisciplinary examination of the culture of Spain. Focus on the history, literature, art, philosophy, and language of Spain from the era of the early migrations of antiquity through contemporary Spanish life. Credit/No Credit grading only. 2 activities. Corequisite: HUM 310, subtopic “Culture of Spain.” Prerequisite: Junior standing or consent of instructor. Limited only to students enrolled in the Salamanca Study Program.
A scientific investigation of the natural features of the Cal Poly landscape and their transformations by land management technology. Analysis of the environmental, economic, social, and political effects of agricultural, resource extraction and construction technology on that landscape. Emphasis on the educational, land use and long term planning issues of technology presented by case study. 4 lectures. Prerequisites: GE Area A and B.
An interdisciplinary study of thought about fanaticism in Western culture as it is expressed in philosophy, literature and film. Special attention to the metaphysical, epistemological and psychological features of fanaticism, and to its appeal as a form of passionate commitment in a sophisticated age prone to relativism and skepticism. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: Completion of GE Areas A and C2 (PHIL 230 or PHIL 231).
Designed to expand engineering student’s practical awareness of electronic manufacturing issues and how they impact product design and production. Manufacturing engineering concepts inherent to electronic products, such as electronic CAD/CAM design, design for manufacture, documentation requirements, prototyping and production planning. Hands-on prototyping, soldering techniques, project planning, and production methods experienced through a series of projects culminating in a completed working unit with chassis. Building of working unit from raw materials to finished product within the project-oriented laboratory. 2 lectures, 2 laboratories.
Computing, networking and data communications. Practical approach targeted towards the use of new and existing technologies related to the industrial engineering and manufacturing engineering industry. Computer hardware, operating systems, network hardware and software, application software and other communication technologies, covered in both theory and practice. 3 lectures, s1 laboratory. Prerequisite: IME 312.
Networking theory, Internet-based fundamentals of client-server interaction, thick-client and thin-client programming of commercial and industrial applications, e-business environment establishment, wireless communications technologies, m-commerce introduction, and database-centered platform independent engineering and business applications. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: IME 312.
Principles of logistics and supply chain management. Modeling concepts. Engineering skills required to design and operate supply and distribution systems. Information management techniques for effective supply chain management. Survey of tools used in industry for supply chain optimization. 3 lectures. Prerequisite: IME 239 or IME 241, IME 301, IME 410 or consent of instructor.
Advanced information systems (IS) application in manufacturing and services operations. Introduction of common IS applications, such as manufacturing execution system; reporting systems; capacity planning systems; scheduling systems; customer inquiry systems. Industry-specific analysis of IS requirements and availability. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: IME 312, IME 420, or consent of instructor.
The special requirements of entrepreneurship in a high-tech environment. Tools to evaluate and pursue technology-based business opportunities provided through guest lectures, focused seminar topics, a business plan project, and case studies. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Knowledge and skills of industrial technology and marketing majors are leveraged and complemented, enabling their development and implementation of a base of competencies to succeed in industrial sales. Refinement of technical knowledge and selling skills in an industrial setting. 3 lectures, 1 activity. Prerequisite: BUS 346 and either BUS 371 or IT 407.
Organization/structure of the textile and apparel industries. Creating and developing a textile product line; sourcing, pre-production, and production processes; costing. Markets, distribution channels, store and non-store retailing, quick response; quality assurance. Trade associations and professional organizations. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: IT 336 or consent of instructor.
Functional organization of the human muscular system. All major muscle groups, with an emphasis on segmental motion. 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: ZOO 331.
Identifying and analyzing various social themes and issues present in sport films. An exploration of the meaning, role and place of sport films in American society and culture. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: Recommended completion of GE Area A, ES 112 or consent of instructor.
The intersections between sport and gender in American society. Historical, sociological and psychological issues that affect the sport experiences ofmales and females, especially as they relate to class, race/ethnicity, sexuality, and political movements. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: Completion of GE Area A, D1 and D3.
Structure and function of the human nervous system. Afferent and efferent pathways involved in perception and action. Behavioral aspects of motor control and related neurological dysfunction and pathologies. Designed for allied health professions students. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: ZOO 331, ZOO 332, ZOO 340.
Techniques for teaching physical education in middle school. Emphasis on class organization, lesson plan development and evaluation, class management and control, and understanding the middle school setting. 1 seminar, 2 laboratories. Prerequisite: KINE 206, KINE 300 and KINE 421.
Interconnectedness of the development of innovations in art, science and approaches to education in cultures ancient to modern. Focus on the intellectual contributions, artistic forms and traditions, including religious beliefs, as well as the evolution of artistic and scientific thought and its influence on educational systems from the medieval monasteries to contemporary universities. 4 lectures.
Introduction to Bill of Rights and Constitution with focus on examination of significant legislation and American court cases that have affected public education from the colonial period to present. Overview of contributions of Franklin, Jefferson, Webster and other early figures. Landmark decision regarding discrimination, women’s rights, religion, censorship, disabilities and student civil liberties. 4 lectures.
Required field experience in primary classrooms for students pursuing careers in teaching. Travel required to local elementary schools. Credit/No Credit grading only. Total credit limited to 2 units.
Required field experience in elementary classrooms for students pursuing careers in teaching. Travel required to local elementary schools. Credit/No Credit grading only. Total credit limited to 2 units.
Field experiences at local elementary schools for students intending to be teachers that allows them variable specialized observations in language immersion schools, science classrooms, and/or observations of art specialists and special education professionals. Travel required to local elementary schools. Class Schedule will list topic selected. Credit/No Credit grading only. Total credit limited to 2 units.
Field experience for students not pursuing careers in teaching. Placements at local non-profits, businesses, community service agencies. Allows students opportunity to work in various professional environments and assist in career development. Travel required to placements. Credit/No Credit grading only. Total credit limited to 5 units.
Interdisciplinary course focusing on lesson planning for K-8. Theory and practice of teaching methodology. Open only to Liberal Studies majors. Credit/No Credit grading only. Prerequisite: SPAN 103 competency.
Use of multi-strategies to gain thorough understanding of the theory and philosophy of visual arts, as this relates to child development and visual arts processes for the elementary classroom. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: LS 101 or consent of instructor.
Selection and completion of an individual report or group project and report. For those planning careers as teachers, project will involve field experience and inquiry project focused on content area selected for emphasis area. 1 seminar, 2 activities. Prerequisite: Senior standing and Elementary Education Concentration.
Selection and completion of a project or report under faculty supervision. Topic must be chosen with departmental approval. Results must be in a formal, written report. Prerequisite: Senior standing, Individualized Study Concentration, and consent of Liberal Studies coordinator.
MATE 210 for Honors students. A more in-depth treatment of the topics presented in MATE 210. 3 lectures. Prerequisite: CHEM 111, CHEM 124 or CHEM 127; MATH 141.
Capstone senior project design class. Involves research methodology, problem statement, method, results, analysis, synthesis, project design, construction (when feasible), materials testing and analysis, and evaluation/conclusions. Project results are presented in formal written reports suitable for reference library and formal oral reports. 1-5 laboratories (variable). Prerequisite: MATE 210.
Capstone senior project design class. Involves research methodology, problem statement, method, results, analysis, synthesis, project design, construction (when necessary for project), materials testing and analysis, and evaluation/conclusions. 4 laboratories. Prerequisite: MATE X467.
Continuation of senior project planning. Completion of a senior project under the guidance of a faculty supervisor. Involves research methodology, experimental design, experimental work and data analysis. 2 laboratories. Prerequisite: MATE 461.
Continuation of MATE X483. Completion of a senior project under the guidance of a faculty supervisor. Involves experimental design, experimental work and data analysis, technical communication. 2 laboratories. Prerequisite: MATE 482.
Overview of the materials science and engineering field. Current materials research and technologies, such as fuel cells, nanotechnology, intermetallics, semiconducting polymers, etc. Interrelationships of processing, structure, properties, and performance in different materials systems. Emphasis on independent learning, individual research topics, and presentations. Analysis of information from different media used to comprehend how advancements in materials research and development are made. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: MATE 210 or equivalent, graduate standing or consent of instructor. Special topics course. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: MATE 210 and graduate standing or consent of instructor. Special topics course.
Facilitated study and discussion of the theory, problems, and applications of beginning algebra. Not for baccalaureate credit. Credit/No Credit grading only. 1 laboratory. Corequisite: Enrollment in the associated section of MATH 100.
Integral calculus with applications to architecture and construction management. The algebra of vectors. Polar, cylindrical, and spherical coordinate systems. Miscellaneous course fee may be required in sections with a computer component – see Class Schedule. Not open to students with credit in MATH 142. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: MATH 141 or equivalent.
Facilitated study and discussion of the methods and techniques of proof in mathematics. Credit/No Credit grading only. 1 laboratory. Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in the associated section of MATH 248.
Existing hardware and software designed for educational uses. Mathematical topics appropriate for computer enhancement. Special methods and techniques for educational uses of computers. Emphasis on activity learning and applications. Computer as a classroom management device. 2 lectures, 2 activities. Prerequisite: MATH 141 or MATH 329, and a course in CSC or MATH 211, or consent of instructor.
Topics in mathematics for practicing credentialed teachers. Content to vary according to teaching level. Class Schedule will list topic selected. Total credit limited to 12 units. Credit/No Credit grading only. 1-6 activities. Prerequisite: Multiple Subject or Single Subject teaching credential, or consent of instructor.
Recent outbreaks of human diseases, interrelationships between infectious disease agents, human biology, and the environment. Infectious agents and disease processes, surveillance methods to detect, investigate, and monitor emerging pathogens. Factors involved in the accelerating emergence of diseases and bioterrorist agents. 3 lectures. Prerequisite: MCRO 221 or MCRO 224 or BIO 153.
Conservation equations of fluid dynamics. Viscous flow, boundary layer concepts, lift and drag, compressible flow, turbomachinery. Laboratory measurement of turbomachine performance, velocity profiles, boundary layers on surfaces. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: ME 341, CSC 231.
Biomechanical analysis of the musculoskeletal system. Emphasis on the use of statics, dynamics, and strength of materials to analyze the mechanical loads acting on human joints, the mechanical properties of tissues, and the design of artificial joints and tissue implants. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: ME 328 or consent of instructor.
Finite element based solutions to engineering problems with an emphasis on elastostatic problems in structural mechanics. The power and pitfalls associated with the finite element method highlighted through practical modeling assignments. Use of commercial finite element code(s). 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: ME 329 or consent of instructor.
Topics including chemical fuel systems, electric motor drives, energy storage systems, and HEV strategies. System design includes fuel economy, emissions, power source tradeoffs, transient control, and component integration. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: ME 344.
Chemical fuel systems, electric motor drives, energy storage systems, and HEV strategies. System design includes fuel economy, emissions, power source tradeoffs, transient control, and component integration. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: ME 344.
Selection and progress through preliminary design for a project done under faculty supervision. An option to ME 461 offering an enhanced opportunity to work on senior projects in teams. 2 laboratories. Prerequisite: Senior standing, ME 344, ME 329 (or concurrent).
Completion through an accepted report for a project done under faculty supervision. An option to ME 462 offering an enhanced opportunity to work on senior projects in teams. 3 laboratories. Prerequisite: ME 461 or equivalent.
Selection and completion of a project under faculty supervision. Team projects geared to enhance design classes, co-op experience, professional society activity, or technical electives, and must be preapproved by faculty. Substitutes for ME 461 in a structured environment. 3 lectures, 2 laboratories. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Team projects geared to enhance design classes, co-op experience, professional society activities, or technical electives. Projects must be preapproved by instructor. Substitutes for ME 461 and ME 462, and conducted in structured environment. 1 lecture, 4 laboratories. Prerequisite: ME 329, senior standing, and consent of instructor.
Engineering aspects of windpower systems including mechanical design, support structure design, aerodynamic analysis, wind field analysis, system concepts and analysis, and economics. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: ME 302, ME 329, ME 342.
Application of micro-controllers and programmable logic controllers in the design of mechatronics products and automation systems. Digital feedback motion and process control. Modern industrial mechatronics applications. Graduate-level term project. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Concurrent enrollment in ME 406. Prerequisite: ME 329, ME 405, and graduate standing.
Vibrations relating to rotating machinery. Modeling of structural rotordynamic phenomena induced by shaft flexibility, bearings and seals. Laboratory measurement of rotor system dynamic response and interpretation of machinery diagnostic information. Includes research project on related topic. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: ME 318 and graduate standing.
Introduction to robots and their types. Homogeneous transformations. Kinematic equations and their solutions. Motion trajectories, statics, dynamics, and control of robots. Robot programming. Actuators, sensors, vision systems, and micro processor control. Includes a research project on a related topic. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Corequisite: ME 423. Prerequisite: ME 422 (or concurrent) and graduate standing.
Kinematics and dynamics of single track vehicles and how they affect design decisions on controllability, utility and safety. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: ME 318, ME 326, desired ME 422, graduate standing or consent of instructor.
Study and implementation of performing techniques used by vocalists in a recital or concert setting. 1 activity. Prerequisite: MU 150 or MU 250 or MU 350 or MU 450; or consent of instructor.
Development of fundamentals of jazz improvisation including scales, arpeggios, patterns, swing feel, expressiveness, and motifs through in-class performance of written materials and improvisations with play-along recordings. Facility on a musical instrument or singing ability is required. Total credit limited to 6 units. 2 activities. Prerequisite: MU 101 or consent of instructor.
Further development of fundamentals of jazz improvisation including alternate scales, arpeggios, embellishments, expressiveness, and motifs through in-class performance of written materials and improvisations with play-along recordings. Successful completion of MU X259 or experience in jazz improvisation (with instructor approval) required. Total credit limited to 6 units. 2 activities. Prerequisite: MU 101 or consent of instructor.
Music skills and concepts for non-musicians developed through "learn-by-doing" music education pedagogies. Methodologies and state standards for teaching classroom music; performance skills (singing, recorder, accompanying instruments, body percussion). 3 lectures, 1 activity. Prerequisite: Completion of GE Area A.
Study and implementation of performing techniques used by vocalists in a recital or concert setting. 1 activity. Prerequisite: MU 150 or MU 250 or MU 350 or MU 450; or consent of instructor.
Intermediate skill level for pocket billiards. Credit/No Credit grading only. 1 activity. Prerequisite: PE 107 or consent of instructor.
Basic concepts of passing, receiving, defense and offense methods and strategies, and as applied to touch rugby. Credit/No Credit grading only. Open to all students. 1 activity.
Practice time for members of NCAA Golf Team. 2 laboratories. Prerequisite: Approved member of team.
Physics of Earth’s atmosphere. Topics include the physical basis for temperature, wind generation, atmospheric circulation, humidity, adiabatic processes, cloud formation, cyclone development, precipitation, and storm growth. Other topics include the variety of storms and their effects, satellite imaging, and air pollution and its possible effect on global temperature change. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: Appropriate score on the ELM examination for MATH 116 eligibility, or an ELM exemption, or MATH 104.
Special relativity, fundamental principles of quantum mechanics emphasizing the modern description of atomic phenomena. wave particle duality, Boh theory, Schroedinger Equations, elementary atomic structure. 3 lectures, 1 activity. Prerequisite: PHYS 123, or PHYS 132 and PHYS 133, and MATH 241.
Theoretical and experimental dynamical systems arising in physics, chemistry, biology, and mathematics. Geometric, qualitative, and visual methods of analysis. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: MATH 242 or MATH 143 and a 300-level course in science or engineering.
Development of computer algorithms and their applications to physics problems. Errors, uncertainties, and algorithms. Numerical methods, including integration and differentiation. Data modeling and curve fitting. Deterministic randomness, Monte Carlo applications. Numerical solution of differential equations. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: 300-level physics course and knowledge of a computer programming language.
Science, technology and merchandising of egg and poultry meat products. Quality assurance, product formulation and further processing. practical experience formulating, manufacturing and evaluating selected products. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: PM 145 or FSN 209 or FSN 211, or consent of instructor.
Introduction to the United Nations and major issues that confront it. Preparation for participation in collegiate Model United Nations conferences. Rules of procedure and debate, preparation of country position papers, and resolution writing. 4 lectures.
Integrated, interdisciplinary study of the technologies of global food production, environmental and social issues related to the application of those technologies, and moral and ethical issues associated with global food production and distribution. Emphasis on the politics of change. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: Junior standing and completion of GE Area B.
Introduction to the science of entomology, focusing on insect and small arthropod biology, the largest group of terrestrial life forms on the planet. Insect pest and beneficial species, and their role in shaping how we live, work and eat. Not open to students majoring in CRSC, FRSC, EHS nor PPSC. 3 lectures, 1 activity.
Strategies for managing pest insects, pathogens and weeds through cultural controls and enhancement of plant defenses. Focus will be primarily on insects, but will include examples of pathogens and weeds. Biochemical and physical factors involved in plant resistance to pest attack, and the evolution and genetic basis thereof. Effects of irrigation, fertilization, tillage and cover cropping on pest population densities and the use of chemicals for induced resistance or systemic acquired resistance. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: PPSC 311 or ZOO 335, BOT 323 or PPSC 221.
Hands-on approach to applied entomology that includes extensive field work in insect pest identification, sampling, population estimation, population prediction, and control options/IPM decision-making. 2 lectures, 2 activities. Prerequisite: PPSC 311; PPSC 431 or consent of instructor.
Strategies for managing pest insects, pathogens and weeds through cultural controls and enhancement of plant defenses. Focus will be primarily on insects, but will include examples of pathogens and weeds. Biochemical and physical factors involved in plant resistance to pest attack, and the evolution and genetic basis thereof. Effects of irrigation, fertilization, tillage and cover cropping on pest population densities and the use of chemicals for induced resistance or systemic acquired resistance. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: PPSC 311 or ZOO 335, BOT 323 or PPSC 221, and graduate standing.
Investigation of community development principles, costs, and benefit related to leisure, recreation, parks, and tourism. Emphasis on leisure, recreation, park, and tourism resources, cultural and social dynamics, economic viability, quality of life, and environmental issues. Community-based learning required. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: Completion of GE Area A.
Historical and contemporary development of the domains of commercial recreation and related services. Role of entrepreneurial activity. Procedures for creating and managing a socially responsible commercial leisure service. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: BUS 212, BUS 346, REC 210 with C- or better and senior standing.
Major trends and successful business practices in festival and event management. Emphasis on creation, organization, sponsorship, marketing, and management of small to large scale community events. Event management field as a profession. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: REC 210, BUS 346, or consent of instructor.
Major trends and successful business practices in festival and event management. Emphasis on creation, organization, sponsorship, marketing, and management of small to large scale community events. Event management field as a profession. 3 lectures, 1 laboratory. Prerequisite: REC 210, BUS 346 or consent of instructor.
Course offered in partnership with Columbia University at Biosphere 2. Overall structure of the Solar System. Motions of the celestial sphere. Time and the calendar. Major plants, the Earth-Moon system, minor planets, comets. Life in the Solar System and beyond. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Course offered in partnership with Columbia University at Biosphere 2. Survey course in stars, galaxies, and cosmology. Fundamental properties of nearby stars; nucleosynthesis and stellar evolution; novae and supernovae; galaxies. Structure of the universe and theories of its origin, evolution and ultimate fate. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Course offered in partnership with Columbia University at Biosphere 2. Astrobiology, the discovery of extrasolar planets, and the SETI search. 1 seminar. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Course offered in partnership with Columbia University at Biosphere 2. Physics of stellar interiors and atmospheres; energy generation and nucleosynthesis; novae and supernovae; stellar necrology; interacting binary stars. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: One year of physics or astronomy and consent of instructor.
Course offered in partnership with Columbia University at Biosphere 2. Structure of our galaxy; interstellar medium star clusters; properties of external galaxies; clusters of galaxies; active galactic nuclei; and cosmology. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: One year of physics or astronomy and consent of instructor.
Course offered in partnership with Columbia University at Biosphere 2. Classical waves and wave equation; geometric optics; interference and diffraction; Fourier series and integrals; normal modes; wave-particle duality; the uncertainty principle; basic principles of quantum mechanics; energy levels; reflection and transmission coefficients; and the harmonic oscillator. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: One year of physics or astronomy and consent of instructor.
Course offered in partnership with Columbia University at Biosphere 2. Planetary dynamics; celestial mechanics; geophysics; atmospheres and interiors; and solar system minor bodies. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Course offered in partnership with Columbia University at Biosphere 2. Individual research projects in small teams. Techniques of optical and radio astronomy; asteroid searches; light curves of variable stars; identification of radio and X-ray source optical counterparts; studies of periodic and quasi-periodic signals in stars. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Course offered in partnership with Columbia University at Biosphere 2. Individual research projects in small teams. Observational, theoretical, and experimental work in galactic and extragalactic astronomy and cosmology. 3 laboratories. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
Timely and relevant content matter instruction and hands-on activities, inquiry-based lesson development and development of skills necessary for successful integration of language and reading skills and technology into the science curriculum. Optional focus on standards-based texts. Required completion of significant leadership project applying content and skills in participant’s school. Class Schedule will list topic selected. Total credit limited to 8 units. 4 seminars. Prerequisite: Teacher credential and participant in CCSP.
10+ hour intensive inservice workshops for 6-8th grade science teachers. Content and hands-on activities presented by Cal Poly and Cuesta faculty or local experts, concentrating on California Science Standards. Required assignment: draft of lesson plan applying acquired content. Total credit limited to 5 units; may be in same term. Credit/No Credit grading only. 1 seminar. Prerequisite: Teacher credential and participant in CCSP.
Basic costume and craft construction techniques used in the entertainment industry. Building of all costumes and special crafts projects for main stage theatre productions, and serving on costume crew during technical rehearsals and department production each term. Total credit limited to 12 units. 4 laboratories.
Fundamental digital filmmaking skills and processes including script writing, story boarding, cinematography, editing. Student production of dramatic, documentary or animated short films. Credit/No Credit grading only. 4 laboratories. Prerequisite: TH 210.
Advanced digital filmmaking skills and processes, including casting, script writing, story boarding, cinematography and editing. Production of dramatic, documentary or animated short films. 4 laboratories. Prerequisite: TH 210; TH X410; prior film experience and consent of instructor.
History and evolution of ideas about gender, race/ethnicity and identity. Special attention to considering how social, historical, and idealogical forces, organized by the central, intertwined concepts of gender and race, shape both our critical thinking and our lives. 4 lectures. Prerequisite: WS 301.