Physical Sciences & Engineering
Michael McFavilen, Division Chair
480-732-7336| michael.mcfavilen@cgc.edu
Courses
| Prefix | Course |
|---|---|
| AIM | Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning |
| AST | Astronomy |
| BAM | Baccalaureate Artificial Intelligence Machine Learning |
| CHM | Chemistry |
| ECE | Engineering Science |
| EEE | Electrical Engineering |
| ELE | Electronics |
| GLG | Geology |
| GPH | Physical Geography |
| PHY | Physics |
Career Programs
Artificial Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning
Matar, Habib
- M.A. Arizona State University
Astronomy
Viola, Donna
- Ph.D., University of Arizona
Chemistry
Krishnaswamy, Sujatha
- B.S., University of Madras
- M.S., Indian Institute of Technology
- M.S., Ph.D., Vanderbilt University
McFavilen, Michael
Division Chair
- B.S., M.S., University of California at San Diego
- M.S., Arizona State University
Sheet, Justin
- B.S., M.Ed., Northern Arizona University
Woodrum, Brian
- B.S., Elmhurst College
- Ph.D., Arizona State University
Engineering
Matar, Bassam
- B.S., Oklahoma State University
- M.S., Northern Arizona University
Neal, Nichole
- M.S., Kettering University
Silvestri, Fanny
- B.A., Ecole Supérieure des Techniques Aéronautiques et de Construction Automobile
- M.A., University of Montreal
Wong, Henry
- M.S., B.S.E., Arizona State University
Geology
Ruberto, Thomas
- B.S., M.S., Ph.D., Arizona State University
Geography
Moll, Heather
- B.A.E ., M.A.S., Ph.D., Arizona State University
Physics
Flaherty, Sean
- B.S., California Lutheran University
- M.N.S., Arizona State University
Richardson, Arlisa
Division Chair
- B.S., M.A., Grambling State University
- M.S., University of Texas at Dallas
- M.S., Ph.D., Arizona State University
Roman, Kathryn
- M.S.N., Arizona State University
Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AIM)
AIM100 / Introduction to Artificial Intelligence
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture
Basic concepts and applications of artificial intelligence (AI), including AI project cycles. Focus on issues surrounding AI including ethics, bias, culture, regulations, and professional expectations. Prerequisites: None.
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
AIM111 / Introduction to Data Science
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture
Introduction to the basics of data science, including data handling, problem framing in a data-centric context, the foundational techniques of exploratory data analysis (EDA), data visualization, and data ethics. Students will gain practical experience in using various data science libraries and tools through hands-on exercises and projects. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (CSC101 and AIM100) or permission of Program Director.
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
AIM110 / Introduction to Machine Learning
3 Credits / 4.0 Periods for Lecture & Lab
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
AIM210 / Natural Language Processing
3 Credits / 4.0 Periods for Lecture & Lab
Fundamental concepts in Natural Language Processing (NLP) and text processing. Focus on knowledge and skills necessary to create a language recognition application. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in AIM110.
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
AIM220 / Artificial Intelligence for Computer Vision
3 Credits / 4.0 Periods for Lecture & Lab
Understand and apply the basic techniques to process images using OpenCV and Python libraries. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in AIM110.
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
AIM230 / Artificial Intelligence for Business Solutions
3 Credits / 4.0 Periods for Lecture & Lab
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
AIM240 / Artificial Intelligence Capstone Project
3 Credits / 4.0 Periods for Lecture & Lab
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
AIM250 / Machine Learning I
3 Credits / 4.0 Periods for Lecture & Lab
Examination of statistical machine learning algorithms and Python applications with an introduction to deep learning. Emphasis on data input, algorithm selection, hyperparameter tuning, and model evaluation and selection. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [AIM111, (MAT230 or MAT231), MAT225, and MAT206] or permission of Program Director.
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
Astronomy (AST)
AST101 / Survey of Astronomy
4 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Laboratory, 3.0 Periods for Lecture
Survey of astronomy for the nontechnical student. The history, content, and evolution of the solar system and the universe in general. Astronomical principles and instrumentation. The planets, moons, sun, comets, stars and star formation, galaxies, and cosmology. Prerequisites: None.
Fulfills: Natural Sciences General [SG]; Natural Sciences General [SG]-in combo
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
AST106 / Life in the Universe
4 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Laboratory, 3.0 Periods for Lecture
Introduction to the search for life in the universe for the non-science major. Earth's location in space and time, nature of life, light and the spectrum, origin and history of the universe, origin of life on Earth and the possibility of life on other planets. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT090 or MAT091 or MAT092 or completion of higher level mathematics course, or satisfactory placement.
Crosslisted: GLG106
Fulfills: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]; Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]-in combo
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
AST111 / Introduction to Solar System Astronomy
4 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Laboratory, 3.0 Periods for Lecture
Introduction to astronomy for the non-science major. The scientific method, properties of light, astronomical instruments, our Solar System and solar systems around other stars. Includes hands-on astronomical observations and laboratory exercises. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT092 or higher, or satisfactory district placement.
Fulfills: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]; Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]-in combo
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
AST112 / Introduction to Stars, Galaxies, and Cosmology
4 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Laboratory, 3.0 Periods for Lecture
Introduction to astronomy for the non-science major. Structure and evolution of stars; supernovae, black holes, and quasars; nebulae; star clusters; galaxies; cosmology, including the birth and death of the universe. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT092 or higher, or satisfactory district placement. Course Notes: Note that AST111 is not a prerequisite for this course.
Fulfills: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]; Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]-in combo
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
AST294AB / Special Topics in Astronomy
1 Credit / 1.0 Periods for Lecture
Conceptual, experimental, and computational aspects of a special topic in astronomy. Prerequisites: Permission of Department or Division. Course Notes: AST294AB may be repeated for credit.
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
Baccalaureate Artificial Intelligence Machine Learning (BAM)
BAM305 / Mathematics for Machine Learning
3 Credits / 4.0 Periods for Lecture & Lab
Advanced mathematical concepts essential for understanding and applying techniques in machine learning using Python programming language. Focus on vector-based calculus, probability distributions, continuous optimization, and information theory. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (AIM250 and MAT227) or permission of Program Director.
Crosslisted: MAT305
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
BAM310 / Machine Learning II: Deep Learning
3 Credits / 4.0 Periods for Lecture & Lab
Examination of deep learning algorithms and Python applications. Emphasis on data input, algorithm selection, hyperparameter tuning, and deep learning model evaluation and selection. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in AIM250 or permission of Program Director.
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
BAM320 / Computer Vision
3 Credits / 4.0 Periods for Lecture & Lab
Examination of vision with computers utilizing Python tools and libraries. Emphasis on image processing and feature detection as it applies to various computer vision tasks, utilizing visualizations for transparency. Includes statistical and deep computer vision techniques. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (BAM310 and BAM/MAT305) or permission of Program Director.
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
BAM330 / Natural Language Processing for Machine Learning
3 Credits / 4.0 Periods for Lecture & Lab
Examination of natural language processing utilizing Python tools and libraries. Emphasis on computer linguistic understanding as it applies to various natural language tasks. Statistical and deep natural language techniques will be covered including large language models. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (BAM310 and BAM/MAT305) or permission of Program Director.
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
BAM440 / Hardware Optimization for Machine Learning
3 Credits / 4.0 Periods for Lecture & Lab
Explores advanced techniques in parallel computing for optimizing performance in machine learning applications. Focus on design, implementation, and evaluation of parallel algorithms across various hardware architectures, including CPUs, GPUs, and custom artificial intelligence accelerators. Includes hands-on projects and real-world case studies to develop the skills necessary to leverage parallel computing effectively to accelerate machine learning tasks. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CSC/EEE230, CSC240++, BAM/MAT305, and BAM310.
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
BAM450 / Planning and Optimization for Automation
3 Credits / 4.0 Periods for Lecture & Lab
Explores optimization path for automation. Covers a diverse array of techniques including evolutionary algorithms, reinforcement learning, and swarm intelligence to navigate complex environments. Emphasis on hands-on projects and theoretical exploration, including design and implementation of optimized paths. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CSC310, BAM/MAT305, and BAM310.
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
BAM490 / Artificial Intelligence Capstone I
3 Credits / 4.0 Periods for Lecture & Lab
Capstone project with opportunities for research and application of artificial intelligence and machine learning knowledge and skills obtained throughout the student's program of study. Focus on project research, selection, design, and implementation with emphasis on communication, critical thinking, and technical skills. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in BAM320, BAM330, and CSC310.
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
BAM499 / Artificial Intelligence Capstone II
3 Credits / 4.0 Periods for Lecture & Lab
Completion of capstone project using research and application of artificial intelligence and machine learning knowledge and skills obtained throughout the student's program of study. Focus on project testing, enhancement, and evaluation. Emphasis on self-assessment, development of a written report, project defense, and career development. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in BAM490.
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
Chemistry (CHM)
CHM107 / Chemistry and Society
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture
A survey of chemistry and its impact on society and the environment.
Prerequisites: None. Course Notes: Completion of CHM107LL required to meet the Natural Science requirement.
Fulfills: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]; Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]-in combo
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
CHM107LL / Chemistry and Society Laboratory
1 Credit / 3.0 Periods for Laboratory
Fulfills: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]; Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]-in combo
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
CHM130 / Fundamental Chemistry
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture
A survey of the fundamentals of general chemistry. Emphasis on essential concepts and problem solving techniques. Basic principles of measurement, chemical bonding, structure and reactions, nomenclature, and the chemistry of acids and bases. Preparation for students taking more advanced courses in chemistry. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(CHM100, or high school algebra, or MAT140 or higher, or an EdReady-Quantitative Reasoning, Algebra and Statistics score of 70 or higher, or an EdReady-College Algebra score of 80 or higher) and (RDG100, or RDG100LL, or higher, or eligibility for CRE101 as indicated by appropriate reading placement)], or permission of the Instructor, or Department or Division Chair. Course Notes: General Education Designation: Natural Sciences (Quantitative) - [SQ] in combination with: CHM130LL. Arizona Shared Unique Number SUN# CHM 1130 in combination with: CHM130LL. Students may receive credit for only one of the following: CHM130 and CHM130LL, or CHM130AA.
SUN# CHM 1130
Fulfills: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]; Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]-in combo
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
CHM130AA / Fundamental Chemistry with Lab
4 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Laboratory, 3.0 Periods for Lecture
A survey of the fundamentals of general chemistry. Emphasis on essential concepts and problem solving techniques. Basic principles of measurement, chemical bonding, structure and reactions, nomenclature, and the chemistry of acids and bases. Preparation for students taking more advanced courses in chemistry. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(CHM100, or high school algebra, or MAT140 or higher, or an EdReady-Quantitative Reasoning, Algebra and Statistics score of 70 or higher, or an EdReady-College Algebra score of 80 or higher) and (RDG100, or RDG100LL, or higher, or eligibility for CRE101 as indicated by appropriate reading placement)], or permission of the Instructor, or Department or Division Chair. Course Notes: Student may receive credit for only one of the following: CHM130 and CHM130LL, or CHM130AA.
SUN# CHM 1130
Fulfills: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]; Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]-in combo
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
CHM130LL / Fundamental Chemistry Laboratory
1 Credit / 3.0 Periods for Laboratory
Laboratory experience in support of CHM130. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites or Corequisites: CHM130. Course Notes: General Education Designation: Natural Sciences (Quantitative) - [SQ] in combination with: CHM130. Arizona Shared Unique Number SUN# CHM 1130 in combination with: CHM130. Students may receive credit for only one of the following: CHM130 and CHM130LL, or CHM130AA.
SUN# CHM 1130
Fulfills: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]; Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]-in combo
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
CHM138 / Chemistry for Allied Health
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture
Elements of fundamental and organic chemistry. Includes the general chemical behavior of inorganic matter and the structure of organic and biochemical systems. Course designed for specific allied health programs at MCCD. May not be applicable to other allied health programs or transferable. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (CHM100 or MAT090 or MAT091 or MAT092 or higher or satisfactory math placement), or one year of high school chemistry taken within the last five years with a grade of C or better, or permission of the Instructor, or Department or Division Chair.
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
CHM138LL / Chemistry for Allied Health Laboratory
1 Credit / 3.0 Periods for Laboratory
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
CHM151 / General Chemistry I
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture
Detailed study of principles of chemistry for science majors and students in pre-professional curricula. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(CHM130 and CHM130LL), or CHM130AA, or one year of high school chemistry taken within the last five years] and (a grade of C or better in MAT151 or higher level mathematics course, or satisfactory placement), or permission of the Instructor, or Department or Division Chair. Course Notes: General Education Designation: Natural Sciences (Quantitative) - [SQ] in combination with: CHM151LL. Arizona Shared Unique Number SUN# CHM 1151 in combination with: CHM151LL. Completion of all prerequisites within the last two years is recommended. Students may receive credit for only one of the following: CHM150 and CHM151LL, or CHM151 and CHM151LL, or CHM150AA, or CHM151AA.
SUN# CHM 1151
Fulfills: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]; Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]-in combo
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
CHM151AA / General Chemistry I with Lab
4 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Laboratory, 3.0 Periods for Lecture
Detailed study of principles of chemistry for science majors and students in pre-professional curricula. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(CHM130 and CHM130LL), or CHM130AA, or one year of high school chemistry taken within the last five years] and (a grade of C or better in MAT151 or higher level mathematics course, or satisfactory placement), or permission of the Instructor, or Department or Division Chair. Course Notes: Completion of all prerequisites within the last two years is recommended. Student may receive credit for only one of the following: CHM150 and CHM151LL, or CHM151 and CHM151LL, or CHM150AA, or CHM151AA.
SUN# CHM 1151
Fulfills: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]; Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]-in combo
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
CHM151LL / General Chemistry I Laboratory
1 Credit / 3.0 Periods for Laboratory
Laboratory experience in support of CHM150 or CHM151. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites or Corequisites: CHM150 or CHM151. Course Notes: General Education Designation: Natural Sciences (Quantitative) - [SQ] in combination with: CHM150 or CHM151. Arizona Shared Unique Number SUN# CHM 1151 in combination with: CHM150 or CHM151. Student may receive credit for only one of the following: CHM150 and CHM151LL, or CHM151 and CHM151LL, or CHM150AA, or CHM151AA.
SUN# CHM 1151
Fulfills: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]; Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]-in combo
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
CHM152 / General Chemistry II
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture
A study of the chemical properties of the major groups of elements, equilibrium theory, thermodynamics, electrochemistry, and other selected topics. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(CHM150 or CHM151) and CHM151LL], or CHM150AA, or CHM151AA, or permission of the Instructor, or Department or Division Chair. Course Notes: Completion of CHM152LL required to meet the Natural Science requirement. Student may receive credit for only one of the following: CHM152 and CHM152LL, or CHM152AA. General Education Designation: Natural Sciences (Quantitative) - [SQ] in combination with CHM152LL.
SUN# CHM 1152
Fulfills: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]; Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]-in combo
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
CHM152AA / General Chemistry II with Lab
4 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Laboratory, 3.0 Periods for Lecture
A study of the chemical properties of the major groups of elements, equilibrium theory, thermodynamics, electrochemistry, and other selected topics. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(CHM150 or CHM151) and CHM151LL], or CHM150AA, or CHM151AA, or permission of the Instructor, or Department or Division Chair. Course Notes: Completion of prerequisites within the last two years recommended. Student may receive credit for only one of the following: CHM152 and CHM152LL, or CHM152AA.
SUN# CHM 1152
Fulfills: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]; Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]-in combo
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
CHM152LL / General Chemistry II Laboratory
1 Credit / 3.0 Periods for Laboratory
Laboratory experience in support of CHM152. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites or Corequisites: CHM152. Course Notes: Student may receive credit for only one of the following: CHM152 and CHM152LL, or CHM152AA. General Education Designation: Natural Sciences (Quantitative) - [SQ] in combination with: CHM152.
SUN# CHM 1152
Fulfills: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]; Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]-in combo
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
CHM230 / Fundamental Organic Chemistry
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture
Chemistry of representative groups of organic compounds, emphasizing biological applications. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (CHM130 and CHM130LL) or [(CHM150 or CHM151) and CHM151LL], or permission of Instructor, or Department or Division Chair. Course Notes: General Education Designation: Natural Sciences (Quantitative) - [SQ] in combination with: CHM230LL. Arizona Shared Unique Number SUN#: CHM 2230. Completion of prerequisites within the last two years recommended. CHM230 course content is designed to meet the needs of students in such areas as agriculture, home economics, nursing, pre-physician assistant, and physical education among others. Students may receive credit for only one of the following: CHM230 and CHM230LL, or CHM230AA.
SUN# CHM 2230
Fulfills: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]; Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]-in combo
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
CHM230LL / Fundamental Organic Chemistry Laboratory
1 Credit / 3.0 Periods for Laboratory
Laboratory experience in support of CHM230. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CHM130LL or CHM151LL, or equivalent. Prerequisites or Corequisites: CHM230. Course Notes: General Education Designation: Natural Sciences (Quantitative) - [SQ] in combination with: CHM230. CHM230LL students may receive credit for only one of the following: (CHM230 and CHM230LL), or CHM230AA. Completion of prerequisites within the last two years recommended. Designed for students in agriculture, dental hygiene, home economics, nursing, and physical therapy.
SUN# CHM 2230
Fulfills: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]; Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]-in combo
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
CHM235 / General Organic Chemistry I
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture
Rigorous introduction to chemistry of carbon-containing compounds. Reaction mechanisms and recent methods of synthesis emphasized. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (CHM152 and CHM152LL), or CHM152AA, or permission of the Instructor, or Department or Division Chair. Course Notes: Student may receive credit for only one of the following: CHM235 and CHM235LL, or CHM235AA. Completion of prerequisites within the last two years recommended.
SUN# CHM 2235
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
CHM235LL / General Organic Chemistry I Laboratory
1 Credit / 4.0 Periods for Laboratory
SUN# CHM 2235
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
CHM236 / General Organic Chemistry II
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture
Study of chemistry of carbon-containing compounds continued. Structural determination and additional reaction mechanisms and modern methods of synthesis emphasized. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in (CHM235 and CHM235LL) or CHM235AA, or permission of the Instructor, or Department or Division Chair. Course Notes: Student may receive credit for only one of the following: CHM236 and CHM236LL, or CHM236AA. Completion of prerequisites within the last two years recommended.
SUN# CHM 2236
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
CHM236LL / General Organic Chemistry II Laboratory
1 Credit / 4.0 Periods for Laboratory
SUN# CHM 2236
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
CHM260 / Fundamental Biochemistry
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture
Structures, properties, and functions of proteins, enzymes, nucleic acids, carbohydrates and lipids; the utilization and synthesis of these materials by living systems and the relationship of the processes to energy production and utilization. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(CHM230 and CHM230LL) or CHM230AA], or [(CHM235 and CHM235LL) or CHM235AA], or permission of the Instructor, or Department or Division Chair. Course Notes: Completion of prerequisites within the last two years recommended. Designed for students in agriculture, dental hygiene, home economics, nursing, and physical therapy.
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
Engineering Science (ECE)
ECE102 / Engineering Analysis Tools and Techniques
2 Credits / 4.0 Periods for Lecture & Lab
Learning culture of engineering, engineering use of computer tools, and computer modeling as applied to engineering analysis and design. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT15+ or higher-level mathematics course, or an appropriate District placement above MAT15+, or permission of Instructor or Division or Department Chair. Course Notes: Arizona Shared Unique Number SUN# EGR 1102 - In combination with: ECE103
SUN# EGR 1102
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
ECE103 / Engineering Problem Solving and Design
2 Credits / 4.0 Periods for Lecture & Lab
Fundamentals of the design process: engineering modeling, communication and problem-solving skills in a team environment. Emphasis on process-based improvements to the design process. Introduction to engineering as a profession. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ECE102 or permission of Instructor or Division or Department Chair. Course Notes: Student may receive credit for only one of the following: ECE103 or ECE103EP.
SUN# EGR 1102
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
ECE105 / MATLAB Programming
1 Credit / 2.0 Periods for Lecture & Lab
Use MATLAB to solve engineering problems. An overview of programming, including matrices, structures, strings, functions, control flow, file management, data analysis, graphing capabilities, and mathematical calculations. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(MAT150 or MAT151 or MAT152 or MAT155 or MAT156) and MAT182] or (MAT187 or MAT188) or higher level mathematics course or permission of Instructor or Division or Department Chair.
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
ECE150 / Exploring Engineering and its Impact on Society
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture
Introduction to the profession of engineering and its impact on culture and society. Prerequisites: None.
Fulfills: Humanities, Arts and Design [HU]; Humanities, Arts and Design [HU]-in combo
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
ECE211 / Engineering Mechanics-Statics
3 Credits / 2.0 Periods for Laboratory, 3.0 Periods for Lecture
Modeling of static equilibrium in particles and rigid bodies through analysis of forces and mechanical properties. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PHY121 or permission of Instructor or Division or Department Chair. Corequisites: MAT230 or MAT231 or permission of Instructor or Division or Department Chair.
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
ECE212 / Engineering Mechanics-Dynamics
3 Credits / 2.0 Periods for Laboratory, 3.0 Periods for Lecture
Modeling of dynamic motion in particles and rigid bodies through kinetics and kinematics. Work and energy principles; impulse and momentum principles; planar kinematics; equations of motion; conservation of energy and momentum. A grade of C or better required in all Prerequisites. Prerequisites: (ECE211 and PHY121) or permission of Instructor or Division or Department Chair. Prerequisites or Corequisites: MAT240, or MAT241, or permission of Instructor or Division or Department Chair.
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
ECE215 / Mechanics of Materials
3 Credits / 5.0 Periods for Lecture & Lab
Designed to provide students with a strong fundamental foundation in the mechanics of solids. Includes the concepts of stress and strain applied to the analysis and design of members subjected to axial and torsional loads and members subjected to shear and bending, applications and transformation of plane stress and plane strain, deformation of beams, and elastic buckling of columns. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in ECE211 or ECE214 or permission of Instructor or Division or Department Chair.
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
ECE216 / Computer-Aided Engineering
2 Credits / 2.0 Periods for Lecture
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
ECE216LL / Computer-Aided Engineering Laboratory
1 Credit / 2.0 Periods for Laboratory
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
ECE280 / Foundational Statistics for Engineers
3 Credits / 5.0 Periods for Lecture & Lab
Crosslisted: MAT280
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
ECE297WA / Engineering Internship
1 Credit / 0.0 Periods for Laboratory
Supervised work experience in engineering environment. Includes experience working with engineers or technicians, related to troubleshooting, system design, or other processes. Also includes experiences in problem solving, working as a team, soft skills, time and resource management; and exposure to specific processes. Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor or Division Chair or Department Chair.
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
ECE297WB / Engineering Internship
2 Credits / 0.0 Periods for Laboratory
Supervised work experience in engineering environment. Includes experience working with engineers or technicians, related to troubleshooting, system design, or other processes. Also includes experiences in problem solving, working as a team, soft skills, time and resource management; and exposure to specific processes. Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor or Division Chair or Department Chair.
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
ECE297WC / Engineering Internship
3 Credits / 0.0 Periods for Laboratory
Supervised work experience in engineering environment. Includes experience working with engineers or technicians, related to troubleshooting, system design, or other processes. Also includes experiences in problem solving, working as a team, soft skills, time and resource management; and exposure to specific processes. Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor or Division Chair or Department Chair.
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
ECE297WD / Engineering Internship
4 Credits / 0.0 Periods for Laboratory
Supervised work experience in engineering environment. Includes experience working with engineers or technicians, related to troubleshooting, system design, or other processes. Also includes experiences in problem solving, working as a team, soft skills, time and resource management; and exposure to specific processes. Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor or Division Chair or Department Chair.
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
Electrical Engineering (EEE)
EEE120 / Digital Design Fundamentals
4 Credits / 6.0 Periods for Lecture & Lab
Number systems, conversion methods, binary and complement arithmetic, Boolean switching algebra and circuit minimization techniques. Analysis and design of combinational logic, flip-flops, simple counters, registers, Read Only Memory (ROMs), Programmable Logic Device (PLDs), synchronous and asynchronous sequential circuits, and state reduction techniques. Building physical circuits. Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: CSC100 or (CSC110 or CSC110AB) or permission of Instructor or Division or Department Chair.
Crosslisted: CSC120
Fulfills: Computer/Statistics/Quantitative Applications [CS]; Computer/Stats/Quantitative Apps [CS]-in combo
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
EEE202 / Circuits and Devices
5 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Laboratory, 4.0 Periods for Lecture
Introduction to circuits and devices. Component models, transient analysis, steady state analysis, Laplace transform, and active and passive filter networks. Prerequisites: None. Corequisites: (PHY131, or permission of Instructor or Division or Department Chair) and (MAT276 or permission of Instructor or Division or Department Chair).
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
EEE230 / Computer Organization and Assembly Language
4 Credits / 5.0 Periods for Lecture & Lab
Assembly language programming including input/output (I/O) programming and exception/interrupt handling. Register-level computer organization, I/O interfaces, assemblers, and linkers. Processor organization and design, data path, control, pipelining, and input/output. Memory organization with cache and virtual memory. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in [(CSC100 or CSC110 or CSC110AB) and CSC/EEE120], or permission of Instructor or Division or Department Chair.
Crosslisted: CSC230
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
Geology (GLG)
GLG101IN / Physical Geology: Dynamic Earth
4 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Laboratory, 3.0 Periods for Lecture
Introduction to Earth's materials, surface and internal geologic processes, plate tectonics and geologic time. Includes practical experience in rock and mineral identification, topographic maps, and applied problems in geology. Prerequisites: None. Course Notes: Enrollment in both a GLG101IN lecture section and a GLG101IN laboratory section is required. Students may receive credit for only one of the following: GLG101 and GLG103 or GLG101IN.
SUN# GLG 1101
Fulfills: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]; Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]-in combo
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
GLG102IN / Historical Geology: Primordial to Present
4 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Laboratory, 3.0 Periods for Lecture
The origin and history of the Earth, its dynamic geographic and climatic changes. Evolution and sequence of life recorded in the fossil record; tectonic evolution of major continents through time. Prerequisites: None. Course Notes: Enrollment in both a GLG102IN lecture section and a GLG102IN laboratory section is required. Students may receive credit for only one of the following: GLG102 and GLG104 or GLG102IN.
Fulfills: Historical Awareness [H]; Historical Awareness [H]-in combo; Natural Sciences General [SG]; Natural Sciences General [SG]-in combo
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
GLG110IN / Geological Disasters and the Environment
4 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Laboratory, 3.0 Periods for Lecture
Acquaints students with the use and importance of geological studies as they apply to the interactions between people and the Earth. Includes geological processes and hazards such as earthquakes, volcanoes, floods and landslides. Examines environmental impact and use of mineral and energy resources. Prerequisites: None. Course Notes: Enrollment in both a GLG110IN lecture section and a GLG110IN laboratory section is required. Students may receive credit for only one of the following: GLG110 and GLG111 or GLG110IN.
Fulfills: Global Awareness [G]; Global Awareness [G]-in combo; Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]; Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]-in combo
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
GLG230AA / Field Geology of the Southwest
1 Credit / 5.0 Periods for Laboratory
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
Geography (GPH)
GPH113 / Physical Geography: Atmosphere, Lithosphere, Water, and Hazards
4 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Laboratory, 3.0 Periods for Lecture
Earth's physical processes and impacts on human environments via the atmosphere, biosphere, lithosphere and hydrosphere. Topics and practical experiences include severe weather, climate change, biomes / ecosystems, landform processes; mountain building and erosion by rivers, glaciers, waves, wind, and using various topographic mapping data.
Prerequisites: None.
Fulfills: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]; Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]-in combo
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
GPH210 / Society and Environment
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture
Fulfills: Global Awareness [G]; Global Awareness [G]-in combo
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
GPH212 / Introduction to Meteorology I
3 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Lecture
Atmospheric processes and elements. General and local circulation, heat exchange and atmospheric moisture. Prerequisites: None. Course Notes: General Education Designation: Natural Sciences (Quantitative) - [SQ] in combination with: GPH214.
Fulfills: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]; Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]-in combo
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
GPH214 / Introduction to Meteorology Laboratory I
1 Credit / 3.0 Periods for Laboratory
Fulfills: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]; Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]-in combo
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
Physics (PHY)
PHY101 / Introduction to Physics
4 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Laboratory, 3.0 Periods for Lecture
A survey of physics emphasizing applications of physics to modern life. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT090, or higher level mathematics course, or eligibility for MAT120 or higher as indicated by appropriate placement. Course Notes: Students may receive credit for only one of the following: PHY101 or PHY101AA.
Fulfills: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]; Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]-in combo
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
PHY111 / General Physics I
4 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Laboratory, 3.0 Periods for Lecture
Includes motion, energy, and properties of matter. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT182 or MAT187 or MAT188 or MAT220 or MAT221 or eligibility for MAT220 as indicated by appropriate placement or one year high school Trigonometry with a grade of C or better or permission of Department or Division. Course Notes: PHY111 is recommended for preprofessional and suggested for certain other majors. Students may receive credit for only one of the following: PHY111 or PHY111AA.
SUN# PHY 1111
Fulfills: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]; Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]-in combo
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
PHY112 / General Physics II
4 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Laboratory, 3.0 Periods for Lecture
Includes electricity, electromagnetism, and modern physics. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PHY111.
SUN# PHY 1112
Fulfills: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]; Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]-in combo
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
PHY121 / University Physics I: Mechanics
4 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Laboratory, 3.0 Periods for Lecture
SUN# PHY 1121
Fulfills: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]; Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]-in combo
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
PHY131 / University Physics II: Electricity and Magnetism
4 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Laboratory, 3.0 Periods for Lecture
Electric charge and current, electric and magnetic fields in vacuum and in materials, and induction. AC circuits, displacement current, and electromagnetic waves. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in MAT230 or MAT231 or permission of Department or Division and PHY121. Corequisites: MAT241 or permission of Department or Division.
SUN# PHY 1131
Fulfills: Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]; Natural Sciences Quantitative [SQ]-in combo
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering
PHY241 / University Physics III: Thermodynamics, Optics, and Wave Phenomena
4 Credits / 3.0 Periods for Laboratory, 3.0 Periods for Lecture
Heat, entropy, and laws of thermodynamics; wave propagation; geometrical and physical optics; introduction to special relativity. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in PHY131 or permission of Instructor.
Division: Physical Sciences and Engineering