Courses

A study of the physiology, morphology, reproduction, and a survey of the plant kingdom, including fungi, algae, liverworts, mosses, ferns, gymnosperms and angiosperms. Emphasis will be placed on the development, reproduction, and the relevance of plants to humans. (3 Units)

Study of forces, moments, free-body diagrams, friction, equilibrium, first and second moments of lines, centers of pressure, mass and gravity, and moments of inertia. Prerequisite: MAT245 or EGR182 (3 Units)

Introduction of stress and strain, stress transformations, analysis of stresses, strain, and deflections in axial members, beams, and torsional shafts. Analysis of pressure vessels. Prerequisite: (EGR241,MAT245) or (EGR241,EGR182) (3 Units)

Continued study and applications of integration: volumes, lengths, surface of revolution; derivatives and integrals involving trigonometric functions, infinite series, expansion of functions, hyperbolic functions, law of the mean, partial fractions, polar coordinates, and conic sections. Prerequisite: MAT245 (4 Units)

This class provides an introduction to the fundamental principles of normal nutrition, food science and their relation to the health and physical fitness of individuals. Also includes a discussion of the career opportunities within nutrition and sciences, and the computer software pertinent to the field. (3 Units)

A general survey of microorganisms with an emphasis on bacteria. The study includes morphologic characteristics, growth, reproduction, metabolism, genetics and taxonomy of bacteria; a general survey of viruses, fungi, protozoans and algae; and microbiology of food, water, soil and industry. Mechanisms of pathogenesis and control of microorganisms of human relevance will also be introduced. Prerequisite: BIO146 or BIO153 (4 Units)

Thermodynamic properties, heat and work, first and second laws, processes, ideal and nonideal cycles. Prerequisite: (CHE115L,PHY203,CHE115) or (CHE115,CHE115L,PHY214) or (CHE115,CHE115L,EGR272) (3 Units)

Introductory concepts of fluid motions, fluid statics, control volume forms and basic principles, and applications basic principles of fluid mechanics to problems in viscous and compressible flow. (3 Units)

Kinematics and kinetics of particles and rigid bodies including Newton's Second Law, work energy methods, impulse-momentum, central and oblique impact. Prerequisite: (EGR241,MAT255,PHY201) (3 Units)

The fundamentals of machine elements in mechanical design. Includes the analysis of components under static and fatigue loadings, and the analysis, properties, and selection of machine elements such as shafts, gears, belts, chains, brakes, clutches, bearings, screw drives and fasteners. Prerequisite: EGR242 (3 Units)

The study of index, mechanical and hydraulic properties of soils. Soil identification, compaction, shear strength, consolidation, vertical stress distribution, and flow through porous media. Principles of laboratory identification and testing of soils. Site investigation and in situ testing. Prerequisite: EGR254 (3 Units)

Introduction to surface and ground water hydrology: hydrologic cycle, precipitation, evaporation, infiltration, groundwater flow, well hydraulics, runoff, rainfall-runoff relationships, uniform flow in open channels, streamflow measurements, hydrologic routing, hydrologic modeling, hydrologic probability, and applications. Prerequisite: MAT245 (3 Units)

Study of fundamental heat and mass transfer principles including conduction, forced and free convection (including the application of boundary layer concepts), radiation, and diffusion. It will include the analysis and computation of heat transfer, mass transfer, temperature, and concentration profiles in systems with simple geometries. Estimation and use of local and overall heat and mass transfer coefficients will be covered. Prerequisite: (EGR272,EGR342,MAT342) (3 Units)

An introduction to ordinary differential equations is complemented with the tandem presentation of elementary linear algebra, inclusive of vector spaces, matrices, systems of linear equations, and eigenvectors and eigenvalues. Theory and solution methods for differential equations, including numerical approximations, are presented along with engineering-related applications. MATLAB is used for computer-based methods. Prerequisite: (EGR121,MAT255) or (EGR120,MAT255) or (MAT255,STA210) (3 Units)

Introductory study of water treatment and supply, wastewater collection and treatment common to rural and metropolitan areas. Laboratory principles and methods related to safety, sampling, data analysis, and measurement of selected physical, chemical, and biological characteristics of water and wastewater are introduced. Field trips are required. (3 Units)

Introductory study of solid and hazardous waste management and air pollution control. Study of solid and hazardous waste properties, sources, composition, magnitude, and regulations. Engineered solid waste management functional elements will be introduced. Landfilling methods including siting and modern landfill designs will be studied. Introduction to air pollution sources, quality, meteorology, atmospheric dispersion modeling, and control methods. Field trips are required. Prerequisite: CHE115 (3 Units)

A continuation and extension of Fluid Mechanics with civil engineering applications of hydraulic and hydrologic engineering. Applications of the concepts from Fluid Mechanics (hydrostatics, conservations laws), analyses of pipe flows, pipe networks, hydraulic machinery, hydroelectric power, pressure conduits, reservoirs and dams, and open channel flow are covered. Prerequisite: (EGR342,EGR356) (3 Units)

An introduction to financial accounting, involving its basic structure, the accounting cycles for service and merchandising enterprises, assets, liabilities, and accounting systems. (3 Units)

This course has an emphasis on managerial accounting involved with corporations, control accounting, and decision making. Prerequisite: ACC250 (3 Units)

Topics covered include cell structure and function, genetics, reproduction, and development of animal systems. (3 Units)

This course studies economic behavior at the individual level. Topics include decision-making processes of households and firms, supply and demand, elasticity, and marginal analysis. Market structure and public policy are examined to evaluate their impact on economic welfare and the allocation of scarce resources. (3 Units)

This course offers a common sense approach to economics, covering basic economic laws and how they apply to our world and everyday life. The course focuses on the overall economy and economic theories that offer explanations for its fluctuations and changes. Also, the course is designed to give the student a sufficient grounding in the terminology, basic concepts, and issues of economics to stimulate interest in further study and provide background in business. (3 Units)

In this course students learn to identify and apply effective management and leadership behaviors based on principles found in the Bible. This course will equip each student with skills in making biblically-informed choices in realistic business scenarios. (3 Units)

A study of inorganic chemical systems including properties of atoms, molecules and ions, composition of matter, solutions, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, gas laws, electronic structure of elements, chemical bonding and molecular geometry. Course content is presented at a level required for Chemistry and related science majors. Prerequisite: CHE102 (3 Units)

Introduction to computer science. Covers problem solving methods and algorithm development; modern programming methodologies; and fundamentals of high-level block structured language using Python. Prerequisite: EGR181 or MAT115 (3 Units)

Linear circuit elements, sources, Kirchhoff's laws, mesh and node equations, Thevenin and Norton equivalent circuits, resistive network analysis, sinusoidal steady-state analysis, power, transient analysis of simple circuits. Prerequisite: EGR182 or MAT245 (3 Units)

Boolean algebra, number systems and representations, analysis and design of combinational and sequential logic circuits, minimization, small and medium scale integrated devices, programmable logic and simulation of digital circuits. Prerequisite: MAT115 or MAT144 or STA144 or MAT135 or MAT245 or MAT145 (4 Units)

Study of forces, moments, free-body diagrams, friction, equilibrium, first and second moments of lines, centers of pressure, mass and gravity, and moments of inertia. Prerequisite: MAT245 or EGR182 (3 Units)

An introduction to international business which will expose students to major international business issues, including international trade, cultures, economics, marketing, and communication issues of multinational corporations. (3 Units)

This course covers the law of sales, employment, contracts, negotiable instruments, agency and partnerships, corporations, insurance, real and personal property, estates, and bankruptcy. (3 Units)

This course is the study of management theories and the functional concepts of leadership, planning, and decision making. Special emphasis is placed on quality issues, globalism, diversity, ethics, productivity, motivation, skill development, and human resource management. An emphasis on integrating biblical principles and leadership will also be studied. (3 Units)

A study of the marketing functions, channels of distribution, selling, advertising, distribution, and marketing management for both retail and industrial businesses. (3 Units)

Study of forces, moments, free-body diagrams, friction, equilibrium, first and second moments of lines, centers of pressure, mass and gravity, and moments of inertia. Prerequisite: MAT245 or EGR182 (3 Units)

Introduction of stress and strain, stress transformations, analysis of stresses, strain, and deflections in axial members, beams, and torsional shafts. Analysis of pressure vessels. Prerequisite: (EGR241,MAT245) or (EGR241,EGR182) (3 Units)

A study of the science and art of relative spatial measurements for engineering purposes. Special emphasis is placed on the theory of errors, use of modern surveying instruments, and field practice in transit-tape traversing, leveling and route surveying. In addition, engineering graphing techniques and software are introduced. (4 Units)

Study of the mechanical and physical properties of construction materials. Introduction to concrete mix design. Laboratory experiments include the measurement of strains using mechanical gauges and electrical resistance strain gauges; behavior and failure to ductile and brittle materials subjected to axial or bending forces; introduction to creep, impact and stability of columns. A design project is required, as well as written reports. (3 Units)

Introductory study of environmental engineering principles, including chemistry, microbiology, ecosystems, material and energy balances, nutrient cycles, risk assessment, risk management, sustainability, water treatment, wastewater treatment, air pollution, solid and hazardous waste, noise pollution, and radiation protection. Prerequisite: CHE112 or (CHE115L,CHE115) (3 Units)

Continued study and applications of integration: volumes, lengths, surface of revolution; derivatives and integrals involving trigonometric functions, infinite series, expansion of functions, hyperbolic functions, law of the mean, partial fractions, polar coordinates, and conic sections. Prerequisite: MAT245 (4 Units)

Introductory concepts of fluid motions, fluid statics, control volume forms and basic principles, and applications basic principles of fluid mechanics to problems in viscous and compressible flow. (3 Units)

Application of fundamental analysis concepts to the behavior of civil engineering structures and structural components. Analysis of statically determinate and indeterminate structures using classical methods such as Slope Deflection and Moment Distribution. Introduction to a typical Structural Analysis Computer Programs. Prerequisite: EGR242 (3 Units)

Principles of the design of steel structures. Design includes axial tension and compression members, flexural members, beam-columns, connections and composite design. LRFD methods are used. Prerequisite: EGR351 (3 Units)

The study of index, mechanical and hydraulic properties of soils. Soil identification, compaction, shear strength, consolidation, vertical stress distribution, and flow through porous media. Principles of laboratory identification and testing of soils. Site investigation and in situ testing. Prerequisite: EGR254 (3 Units)

Introduction to surface and ground water hydrology: hydrologic cycle, precipitation, evaporation, infiltration, groundwater flow, well hydraulics, runoff, rainfall-runoff relationships, uniform flow in open channels, streamflow measurements, hydrologic routing, hydrologic modeling, hydrologic probability, and applications. Prerequisite: MAT245 (3 Units)

A continuation and extension of Fluid Mechanics with civil engineering applications of hydraulic and hydrologic engineering. Applications of the concepts from Fluid Mechanics (hydrostatics, conservations laws), analyses of pipe flows, pipe networks, hydraulic machinery, hydroelectric power, pressure conduits, reservoirs and dams, and open channel flow are covered. Prerequisite: (EGR342,EGR356) (3 Units)

Study and applications of vector analysis, partial differentiation, multiple integration, Jacobians, theorems of Green and Stokes, and divergence theorem. Prerequisite: MAT255 (4 Units)

An introduction to ordinary differential equations is complemented with the tandem presentation of elementary linear algebra, inclusive of vector spaces, matrices, systems of linear equations, and eigenvectors and eigenvalues. Theory and solution methods for differential equations, including numerical approximations, are presented along with engineering-related applications. MATLAB is used for computer-based methods. Prerequisite: (EGR121,MAT255) or (EGR120,MAT255) or (MAT255,STA210) (3 Units)

This course is designed to teach students some of the basic computational skills of Linear Algebra in the context of Differential Equations. Students will learn to use the basic operations of matrices, study systems of linear equations and find the determinant, eigenvalues and eigenvectors of a matrix. The student will apply these tools in the qualitative study of solutions to systems of Differential Equations. Prerequisite: MAT255 (3 Units)

Methods of solution of ordinary differential equations with some applications to geometry and physics. Prerequisite: MAT255 (3 Units)

Topics covered include cell structure and function, genetics, reproduction, and development of animal systems. (3 Units)

A study of inorganic chemical systems including properties of atoms, molecules and ions, composition of matter, solutions, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, gas laws, electronic structure of elements, chemical bonding and molecular geometry. Course content is presented at a level required for Chemistry and related science majors. Prerequisite: CHE102 (3 Units)

This course lays a foundation for biblical spiritual formation, then builds on insights regarding different Christian approaches to culture and draws from comparisons of discipleship models around the world. Prerequisite: APT452 or CST441 or CST100 or CST110 or CST130 or CST210 or CST220 or CST230 or CST240 or CST310 or CST311 or CST315 or CST320 or CST330 or CST331 or CST350 or CST410 or CST411 or CST420 or CST421 or CST440 or CST442 or CST450 or CST451 or CST452 or CST460 (3 Units)

A general introduction to the scientific study of human behavior in social settings. It includes major theories of human behavior in terms of culture, socialization, primary groups, stratification and social class, population, family, religion, and social change. (3 Units)

Linear circuit elements, sources, Kirchhoff's laws, mesh and node equations, Thevenin and Norton equivalent circuits, resistive network analysis, sinusoidal steady-state analysis, power, transient analysis of simple circuits. Prerequisite: EGR182 or MAT245 (3 Units)

Boolean algebra, number systems and representations, analysis and design of combinational and sequential logic circuits, minimization, small and medium scale integrated devices, programmable logic and simulation of digital circuits. Prerequisite: MAT115 or MAT144 or STA144 or MAT135 or MAT245 or MAT145 (4 Units)

Study of forces, moments, free-body diagrams, friction, equilibrium, first and second moments of lines, centers of pressure, mass and gravity, and moments of inertia. Prerequisite: MAT245 or EGR182 (3 Units)

A general survey of the redemptive activity of God in the world -- past, present, and future. Topics include the biblical basis of God's global activity, historical perspectives, mission strategies, and cultural implications, as well as contemporary missiological issues. Prerequisite: APT452 or CST100 or CST110 or CST130 or CST210 or CST220 or CST230 or CST240 or CST310 or CST315 or CST320 or CST330 or CST331 or CST350 or CST410 or CST411 or CST420 or CST421 or CST440 or CST441 or CST442 or CST450 or CST451 or CST452 or CST460 (3 Units)

This course will address principles and processes of communication from one culture to another. Attention will be given to different perceptions, ways of thinking, values, verbal and non-verbal expression, and sub-groups within a given culture. Prerequisite: CST100 or APT452 or CST110 or CST130 or CST210 or CST220 or CST230 or CST240 or CST310 or CST311 or CST315 or CST320 or CST330 or CST331 or CST350 or CST410 or CST411 or CST420 or CST421 or CST440 or CST441 or CST442 or CST450 or CST451 or CST452 or CST460 or ICS**** (3 Units)

This course is an introduction to the major religious traditions of the world, particularly Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. The historical development and key figures, as well as major doctrines and practices are explored. (3 Units)

This course studies the world's geographic areas and the outstanding human, social, and physical features of realms and regions. In doing so, special attention is given to the more important features of histories, societies, cultures, and religions of the people living in the region. It also examines the relationship between human life and natural environment. The purpose is to help students better understand the world, our relationship with the environment, and human connections around the globe. (3 Units)

This course explores the theoretical and practical aspects of basic security design fundamentals as they relate to the analysis, design, development, and implementation of Information System components. Topics covered include separation of domains, isolation, encapsulation, least privilege, simplicity of design, testing, documentation, minimization of implementation, deployment, maintenance, fail safe defaults, fail secure, modularity, layering, least astonishment, open design, usability, and reverse engineering. Prerequisite: EGR121 (3 Units)

Develops discipline in program design, style, debugging, testing. Examines linked data structures, trees, introduction to graphs, and recursion. Prerequisite: EGR121 (3 Units)

Overview of the software development process. Includes requirements, design, construction, and testing of software. Software project planning. Analysis, architecture, and design of software systems using UML. Evaluating designs. Implementing designs using appropriate data structures, frameworks, and APIs. Prerequisite: EGR121 or EGR120 (3 Units)

Design, implementation and evaluation of user interfaces. Usability engineering. Task analysis, user-centered design, and prototyping. Conceptual models and metaphors for user interfaces. Prerequisite: EGR222 (3 Units)

Introduces the fundamentals of operating systems including processes, memory, scheduling, input/output together with the basics of networking protocols. Prerequisite: EGR222 (3 Units)

This course offers extensive and topical coverage of the legal, ethical, and societal implications of information technology. Students will learn about issues such as file sharing, infringement of intellectual property, security risks, internet crime, identity theft, employee surveillance, privacy, compliance, social networking, and ethics of IT corporations. Students will gain an excellent foundation in ethical decision making for current and future business managers and IT professionals. (3 Units)

This course will provide the student with the knowledge of modern computer and network security procedures, the ability to recognize attacks, and best practices process countermeasures. Students will also learn how to process the authentication, identification, data secrecy, data integrity, authorization, access control, computer viruses, and general network security procedures. This course will also cover secure e-commerce and applications of public key methods, digital certificates, and credentials. (3 Units)

Provides students with the ability to assess the needs of an organization and select, develop, integrate, and administer the appropriate solution. Specifically, students will be proficient in the technical aspects of a network, including installation, maintenance, monitoring, resource management, user management, and performance issues; have working knowledge in common operating systems including installation, configuration, scripting, user and resource management, troubleshooting and the use of common system utilities; and they will be able to evaluate, analyze, design, manage, administer and troubleshoot networks. (3 Units)

The design and development of data driven web applications. The integration and exploitation of HTML, JavaScript, server-side programming languages and database technology. Prerequisite: EGR222 (3 Units)

Investigation of mobile operating systems and associated software development environments. Consideration of unique constraints and techniques for creating software designed for mobile devices. Design and development of several mobile applications targeted at the primary mobile operating systems. Prerequisite: EGR222 (3 Units)

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is concerned with the design and analysis of autonomous agents that perceive their environment and make rational decisions. This course introduces the basic definitions and issues in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. Students will create reasoning systems in software and explore their capabilities in dealing with new knowledge. Ethical issues in AI will be presented and examined from a Christian perspective. Prerequisite: EGR227 (3 Units)

TThis course equips students with a comprehensive knowledge and understanding of how database systems are managed along with the issues and solutions associated with protecting the associated data assets. Topics covered include relational databases, NoSQL databases, object based vs. object oriented, database vulnerabilities, indexing, inference, aggregation, polyinstantiation, hashing and encryption, masking, database access controls, information flow, database security models, SQL Injection, inference and aggregation security issues, and common DBMS vulnerabilities. Prerequisite: (CIT380,STA144) (3 Units)

This course explores the theories, concepts, and methodologies related to the analysis and assessment of the cybersecurity needs and vulnerabilities of the organization. Students are equipped with the knowledge of the various options available to mitigate threats within a system. Topics covered include network mapping, network security techniques and components, cryptography, malicious activity detection, countermeasures, trust relationships, defense in Depth (layering), OS and application patching, vulnerability scanning and windows, social engineering, and analytical tools. Prerequisite: (CIT380,CYB220,NAM320,STA144) (3 Units)

This course equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to take an offensive position in regards to cybersecurity and the organization. Topics covered include penetration testing, ethical hacking, honeypots, false ports and services, false directories, attacker identification, network entry point notifications, subversion, and tarpitting. Prerequisite: (CIT380,CYB220,NAM320,STA144) (3 Units)

This course equips students with the knowledge and skills necessary to successfully navigate the cybersecurity incident response lifecycle. Topics covered include response preparation, incident detection, data collection, data analysis, remediation, and legal compliance. Prerequisite: (CIT380,EGR121,NAM320,STA144) (3 Units)

This course explores the theories, concepts, and methodologies related to organizational security. Students will be equipped with the knowledge and skills required for success regarding the following topics: component procurement, identity management, risk management, cybersecurity planning, security program management, and security operations. Prerequisite: CIT380 (3 Units)

This course explores the methodologies, tools, and techniques necessary to protect network and communications assets from cyber related threats. Students will be equipped with the knowledge and skills required for success in regards to the following topics: implementing IDS/IPS, implementing firewalls and VPNs, defense in depth, honeypots and honeynets, network monitoring, network traffic analysis, minimizing exposure, network access control, DMZs/proxy servers, network hardening, mission assurance, network policy development and enforcement, network operational procedures, and network attacks. Prerequisite: (CIT380,CIT460,STA144) (3 Units)

This course explores the theoretical and practical aspects of the core tenets of cybersecurity in order to prepare students with the knowledge and skills necessary to secure information resources, perform threat assessments, and mitigate risks. Topics include security and risk management, asset security, security engineering, communications and network security, identify and access management, security assessment and testing, security operations, and software development security. Prerequisite: (CYB410,CYB420) (3 Units)

This course covers techniques for discovering and eliciting requirements using languages and models for representing requirements, analysis, and validation techniques, including need, goal, and use case analysis, requirements in the context of system engineering, and requirements documentation standards. With a focus on traceability, human factors, and requirements management, software change requests become manageable. Quality assurance, verification, inspections, and reviews of the requirements proceed using statistical approaches to quality control. Prerequisite: EGR222 (4 Units)

Economic concepts of supply, demand, and production; cost-benefit analysis and break-even analysis; return on investment; analysis of options; time value of money; management of money: economic analysis, accounting for risk applied to the engineering process. Prerequisite: MAT245 or STA144 (3 Units)

Overview of current database technologies with an emphasis on relational database technology. Introduction to database design, entity relationship diagraming, structured query language, and stored procedures. Prerequisite: EGR120 or EGR121 (3 Units)

Coverage of software construction fundamentals including minimizing complexity, anticipating change, and constructing for verification. Discussion will include best practices like patterns, object orientated programming and agility. Management of the construction process and accounting for practical considerations will also be examined. Prerequisite: (EGR222,EGR227) (3 Units)

A study of inorganic chemical systems including properties of atoms, molecules and ions, composition of matter, solutions, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, gas laws, electronic structure of elements, chemical bonding and molecular geometry. Course content is presented at a level required for Chemistry and related science majors. Prerequisite: CHE102 (3 Units)

Linear circuit elements, sources, Kirchhoff's laws, mesh and node equations, Thevenin and Norton equivalent circuits, resistive network analysis, sinusoidal steady-state analysis, power, transient analysis of simple circuits. Prerequisite: EGR182 or MAT245 (3 Units)

Analysis of networks and systems by transform and state-variable methods, two-port networks, topology, network functions, application of convolution, network synthesis, filter design. An analog design project requiring a written report, poster and presentation will be required. Prerequisite: (EGR231,EGR231L) (3 Units)

Study of forces, moments, free-body diagrams, friction, equilibrium, first and second moments of lines, centers of pressure, mass and gravity, and moments of inertia. Prerequisite: MAT245 or EGR182 (3 Units)

Introduction of stress and strain, stress transformations, analysis of stresses, strain, and deflections in axial members, beams, and torsional shafts. Analysis of pressure vessels. Prerequisite: (EGR241,MAT245) or (EGR241,EGR182) (3 Units)

Continued study and applications of integration: volumes, lengths, surface of revolution; derivatives and integrals involving trigonometric functions, infinite series, expansion of functions, hyperbolic functions, law of the mean, partial fractions, polar coordinates, and conic sections. Prerequisite: MAT245 (4 Units)

Characterization of linear systems by impulse response, convolution, transfer function. Study of linear differential equations and linear difference equations as models. Study of continuous and discrete signals including filters and their effects. Uses transform methods including Fourier series and transforms, FFT, Laplace transforms and Z transforms. Includes computer problems. Assumes familiarity with MATLAB computer software. Prerequisite: (EGR232,MAT255) (3 Units)

Thermodynamic properties, heat and work, first and second laws, processes, ideal and nonideal cycles. Prerequisite: (CHE115L,PHY203,CHE115) or (CHE115,CHE115L,PHY214) or (CHE115,CHE115L,EGR272) (3 Units)

Introductory concepts of fluid motions, fluid statics, control volume forms and basic principles, and applications basic principles of fluid mechanics to problems in viscous and compressible flow. (3 Units)

Kinematics and kinetics of particles and rigid bodies including Newton's Second Law, work energy methods, impulse-momentum, central and oblique impact. Prerequisite: (EGR241,MAT255,PHY201) (3 Units)

Properties of the principal families of materials used in mechanical engineering design with an introduction to the manufacturing processes used to convert these materials into finished products. Application of statistics and probability to material properties and manufacturing. Laboratory experiments in strength of materials, property of materials, and manufacturing processes. Prerequisite: EGR242 (4 Units)

The fundamentals of machine elements in mechanical design. Includes the analysis of components under static and fatigue loadings, and the analysis, properties, and selection of machine elements such as shafts, gears, belts, chains, brakes, clutches, bearings, screw drives and fasteners. Prerequisite: EGR242 (3 Units)

Study and applications of vector analysis, partial differentiation, multiple integration, Jacobians, theorems of Green and Stokes, and divergence theorem. Prerequisite: MAT255 (4 Units)

An introduction to ordinary differential equations is complemented with the tandem presentation of elementary linear algebra, inclusive of vector spaces, matrices, systems of linear equations, and eigenvectors and eigenvalues. Theory and solution methods for differential equations, including numerical approximations, are presented along with engineering-related applications. MATLAB is used for computer-based methods. Prerequisite: (EGR121,MAT255) or (EGR120,MAT255) or (MAT255,STA210) (3 Units)

This course is designed to teach students some of the basic computational skills of Linear Algebra in the context of Differential Equations. Students will learn to use the basic operations of matrices, study systems of linear equations and find the determinant, eigenvalues and eigenvectors of a matrix. The student will apply these tools in the qualitative study of solutions to systems of Differential Equations. Prerequisite: MAT255 (3 Units)

Methods of solution of ordinary differential equations with some applications to geometry and physics. Prerequisite: MAT255 (3 Units)

Topics covered include cell structure and function, genetics, reproduction, and development of animal systems. (3 Units)

A study of inorganic chemical systems including properties of atoms, molecules and ions, composition of matter, solutions, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, gas laws, electronic structure of elements, chemical bonding and molecular geometry. Course content is presented at a level required for Chemistry and related science majors. Prerequisite: CHE102 (3 Units)

This course is designed to introduce the process of public communication and to help develop and refine the skills of oral communication. (3 Units)

The course provides an introductory overview of the American political system. It begins with a discussion of the principles of the Declaration of Independence, Constitution, and Bill of Rights and an examination of their impact on the country. It also covers the avenues and means of democratic citizenship and political influence in American politics. The course further examines the major political institutions in the United States: Congress, Presidency, Bureaucracy, and Courts. In order to assess the impact of government on society, the course concludes with an exploration of public policy. (Meets state requirement in United States Constitution and California Government.) (3 Units)

This course studies the place and responsibilities of state and local governments in the United States and how they relate with other units of government. This includes an assessment of the citizenship and participation in state and local politics, both at the individual and collective level; and then an examination of state political institutions, such as governors, state legislatures, state courts, and administration. The course also covers city and county governments, and other local units of government. Although it is comparative, special attention is given to California politics. (3 Units)

Linear circuit elements, sources, Kirchhoff's laws, mesh and node equations, Thevenin and Norton equivalent circuits, resistive network analysis, sinusoidal steady-state analysis, power, transient analysis of simple circuits. Prerequisite: EGR182 or MAT245 (3 Units)

Boolean algebra, number systems and representations, analysis and design of combinational and sequential logic circuits, minimization, small and medium scale integrated devices, programmable logic and simulation of digital circuits. Prerequisite: MAT115 or MAT144 or STA144 or MAT135 or MAT245 or MAT145 (4 Units)

Study of forces, moments, free-body diagrams, friction, equilibrium, first and second moments of lines, centers of pressure, mass and gravity, and moments of inertia. Prerequisite: MAT245 or EGR182 (3 Units)

This course covers the law of sales, employment, contracts, negotiable instruments, agency and partnerships, corporations, insurance, real and personal property, estates, and bankruptcy. (3 Units)

The course will examine technology policy, patent law, trademark law, copyright law, trade secrets, intrusions on privacy and other personal rights, biotechnology, e-commerce, important contract issues for technology companies, tort liabilities for physical and economic harms, antitrust and anticompetitive conductor. (3 Units)

This course focuses on how to make and support arguments in both academic and applied settings as well as use verbal skills to resolve conflicts. The course employs role-playing debates and conflicts in class settings to help prepare students for real-world contexts. (3 Units)

This course examines the place and impact of executive agencies on the formation and implementation of administrative law and regulation in the United States. This includes an overview of the administrative process, a discussion of administrative power, and bureaucratic organization. The course then examines the steps, stages, and participants of the administrative process, such as delegation of authority, administrative rule making, agency adjudication, and judicial review. The course concludes with a discussion of tort liability and sovereign immunity, the relationship between the bureaucracy and the other branches, and administrative reform. (3 Units)

A systematized study of the canons and criteria of validity in thought and its rational expression by considering the processes of reasoning and inference with applications in propositional logic, natural deduction, predicate logic, and induction. Prerequisite: PHI213 or WLD181 or HON101 (3 Units)

This course is an appraisal of the major metaethical positions within Western philosophy such as deontological, utilitarian, and virtue ethics in light of the Christian worldview for the purpose of analyzing and synthesizing theories regarding human conduct. Attention is given to major figures in the history of ethics as well as the nature of ethical language and the concept of value. Prerequisite: PHI213 or WLD181 or HON101 (3 Units)

An exploration of the application of various metaethical theories to ethical questions and issues that arise in various arenas of life. The study involves both the examination of methods as well as cases. (3 Units)

This course is designed to examine the role and function of narrative in law, and the role and function of law in major works of literature, to understand better both law and literature. (3 Units)

Students enrolled in this course will gain the professional experience valued by employers by utilizing knowledge acquired as Political Science majors in volunteer or paid internship positions. Students will perform relevant tasks under the direction of the Internship Site Supervisor. Students will identify and explore connections between their internship experiences and academic coursework. Prerequisite: (POL213,POL223) (3 Units)

The course facilitates an understanding of the Constitution and its relationship to the three branches of government and their functions and a greater appreciation of the role of the court in affecting their balances. Included aspects of study are the court system, judicial review, presidential power, Congress and commerce, Federalism, contracts, due process, and civil liberties. (3 Units)