NSU 2014-2015 Undergraduate Catalog

359 Nova Southeastern University • Undergraduate Student Catalog • 2014–2015 COURSE DESCRIPTIONS EDUC 4200, EECP 4520, EECP 4530, EECP 4545, EECP 4550, EECP 4560, ESOL 4901, ESOL 4902, ESOL 4904, ESOL 4905, and EDUC 4501. EENG—Electrical Engineering EENG 2710 Electrical Circuits/Lab (4 credits) This course covers the fundamentals of electrical circuit theory, through the application of Ohm’s law and Kirchoff’s current and voltage laws to solve basic resistive circuit problems. It also covers mesh and nodal analysis, Thevénin and Norton equivalent circuits, the analysis of resistive circuits, with inductors and capacitors in both DC and AC steady-state conditions. Reactive circuits and networks are also covered for sinusoidal currents and voltages. Transient analysis and variable frequency response concepts are also introduced. Prerequisite: MATH 2100 or MATH 2100H. EENG 3310 Signals and Systems (3 credits) This course covers fundamentals of linear systems techniques for the analysis of signals and systems in both the discrete and continuous time domains. It also covers signal representation in the Fourier and Laplace domains, as well as the sampling theorem. The course also emphasizes basic operations of linear systems and its system theory interpretations, such as convolution, sinusoidal analysis, frequency response, window analysis, discrete Fourier transforms and digital filters. Prerequisites: EENG 2710 and MATH 3400. EENG 3710 Electronic Circuits/Lab (4 credits) This course introduces the electronic properties of materials and basic electronic devices such as diodes, transistors, and amplifiers. The course also covers the operating principles of electronic devices, including the analysis of electronic circuits operating under DC bias and switching conditions. Both single and multistage analysis and designs are carried out. Computer aided design (CAD) software is used to reinforce concepts and to perform calculations specific to the application of devices in digital electronic circuits. Other topics include design parameters and storage elements, interfacing logic families and standard buses, operational amplifiers, circuit modeling and simulation, and integrated circuit building blocks. Prerequisite: EENG 2710. EENG 4950 Internship in Electrical Engineering (1–12 credits) A work experience for 16 weeks in the student’s major area of study or area of career interest. Consult academic division for specific details and requirements. Prerequisites: cumulative GPA of 2.25 or higher, major GPA of 2.5 or higher, completion of 60 or more credit hours, supervision of instructor, and permission of academic director. EENG 4990 Independent Study in Electrical Engineering (1–3 credits) The student selects and independently carries out library and/or empirical research. Faculty supervision is provided on an individual basis. Prerequisite: to be determined by the faculty and the division director. ELEM—Elementary Education ELEM 3530 Methods of Teaching Social Studies in the Elementary School (3 credits) This course is a study of content, methodology, program development, appropriate activities, and assessment techniques for elementary school social studies. In addition, students will implement ESOL strategies in planning and presenting lessons. Students will also become familiar with the Florida Accomplished Practices as appropriate. Students are required to teach a social studies lesson in an elementary school during the 10 hour clinical experience required for this class. This is an ESOL infused course. Prerequisites: EDUC 3330, EDUC 3350, EDUC 3360, EDUC 3525, ESOL 3340, and GKEP, GKMP, GKRP, GKSP. ELEM 3531 Science Curriculum Lab for Elementary Education (1 credits) This science laboratory course explores the modern school science curriculum. Attention is given to the connections among science concepts with reference to vertical scope and sequence throughout the grade levels. A particular strand of scientific knowledge is explored each week during which class activities will demonstrate how the early concepts in the particular strand from a foundation of knowledge for the more advanced concepts in the same strand at higher grade levels. This science laboratory component will explore the science concepts each week in a hands-on, material-based format using activity-based cooperative groups learning strategies. This course is only offered in Jamaica. ELEM 3532 Online Science Curriculum For Elementary Education (3 credits) This online course explores the preK-12 science curriculum content based upon the National Research Council Science Education Standards, INTASC Principles, and Clark County School District Curriculum Essentials Framework guidelines. Attention is given to the connections among science concepts with reference to vertical scope and sequence throughout the grade levels. The student will record the exploration of each science strand in a journal as a permanent record of the knowledge composing the preK-12 science curriculum. There will be a ten (10) hour field experience observing science standards practiced in a local community school.