May 16, 2024  
2019-2020 SDSM&T Academic Catalog 
    
2019-2020 SDSM&T Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


Courses above the 400 level are normally reserved for graduate studies; however, with approval, undergraduate students may take graduate level courses.  Graduate students may also, with approval, take undergraduate courses.

Students must receive a passing grade of “D” or better for any prerequisite course unless specifically stated.

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Electrical Engineering

  
  • EE 624/624L Advanced Digital Signal Processing/Lab

    Credits: (2.5-0.5) 3

    This course develops the theory essential to understanding the algorithms that are increasingly found in modern signal processing applications, such as speech, image processing, digital radio and audio, statistical and adaptive systems. Topics include; analysis of non-stationary signals, transform techniques, Wiener filters, Kalman filters, multirate rate systems and filter banks, hardware implementation and simulation of filters, and applications of multriate signal processing. Matlab will be used extensively.

    Prerequisites: CENG 420/420L  or equivalent.
    Corequisites: EE 624L


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  • EE 626 Wireless Communications

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    This course presents the basic principles of wireless communication technology. Topics covered include: transmission fundamentals, noise and interference in wireless communication networks; Diversity techniques in wireless systems; multiple access schemes, etc. The goal of this course is to provide students with the working knowledge of the broad range of wireless communication such as waveform propagation models, antenna types, path-loss models, hand-off in cellular system, time diversity, frequency diversity, space diversity, multiple-in and multiple-out (MIMO), etc.


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  • EE 634 Power System Analysis II

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    Advanced topics in power system analysis; excitation and speed-control systems; protective relaying and relay applications. 

    Prerequisites: EE 633 


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  • EE 637 Advanced Power Electronics Motor Drives

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    Gain an understanding of drive concepts and technology used for AC and DC motors. Study the design, control and simulation of various motor drives used in power engineering.

    Prerequisites: Permission of Instructor


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  • EE 641 Digital Systems Design

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    Design of digital systems (including computer systems) and implementation by fixed logic and programmed logic (microprocessors and microprogramming). 

    Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.


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  • EE 643 Advanced Digital Systems

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    Study of current advanced topics in digital systems; multiprocessors; computer networks; digital communication; pattern recognition systems. 


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  • EE 644 Fault Tolerant Computing

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    The objective of this course is to provide students with a background in the various techniques used in fault tolerant approaches. After an introduction to fault tolerance, deterministic testing and probabilistic testing will be presented. Important topics in the area of fault tolerant computing will be covered, such as random testing, error detection and correction, reliability analysis, fault-tolerant design techniques, and design faults including software reliability methods.

    Prerequisites: CENG 342/342L  or equivalent or permission of instructor.


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  • EE 647/647L HDL Design/Lab

    Credits: (2.5-0.5) 3

    This course explores modern design techniques utilizing hardware description languages (HDLs) such as VHDL, VHDL-A, and Verilog. Fundamentals language syntax will be covered in addition to advanced language constructs. Various hierarchical design styles such as dataflow, structural, and behavioral descriptions will be presented. Emphasis will be placed on both design simulation and synthesis. Synthesis platforms (e.g., FPGAs and ASICs) will also be examined. Other current issues will also be discussed such as reconfigurability, system-on-a-chip solutions, testbenches, soft processors, etc.

    Prerequisites: CENG 342/342L  or permission of instructor.
    Corequisites: EE 647L


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  • EE 648/648L Advanced VLSI Design/Lab

    Credits: (2.5-0.5) 3

    This course presents more advanced material related to the technology and design of modern VLSI integrated circuits including topics such as mixed logic design, BiCMOS logic design, memory design, low power design, silicon-on-insulator chips, deep sub-micron design issues, crosstalk, parasitic parameter extraction and optimization, gallium arsenide logic devices, design-for test, fault-tolerant VLSI architectures, etc.

    Prerequisites: CENG 440/440L 
    Corequisites: EE 648L


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  • EE 655 Linear System Theory

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    This course acts as an introduction to advanced linear system theory associated with advanced control system development. The mathematical underlying theories for the following topics are developed: metric spaces, state variables, Jordan forms, SVD, controllability, observability, stabilization, response shaping, and linear observers for multivariate systems.


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  • EE 680 Engineering Electromagnetics

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    The course will cover topics often encountered in engineering electromagnetic practice, e.g., uniform plane waves and their normal and oblique scattering from planarly-layered media; physical optics and scattering by strips; metallic waveguides and resonant cavities; and dielectric waveguides.

    Prerequisites: Undergraduate course in electromagnetic, or the equivalent, and knowledge of a mathematics package; or permission of instructor.


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  • EE 690 Seminar

    Credits: (1-0) 1

    A highly focused and topical course. The format includes presentations by students or faculty and discussions of reports based on literature, practices, problems, and research. Seminars may be conducted over electronic media, such as internet, and are at the upper division or graduate levels. May be repeated for additional credits.


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  • EE 691 Independent Study

    Credits: 1 to 4

    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems, and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.

    Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.


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  • EE 692 Topics

    Credits: 1 to 4

    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors.


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  • EE 722 Advanced Statistical Communications

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    Advanced concepts of probability and random processes; linear systems and random processes; performance of amplitude angle and pulse modulation systems in noisy environments; digital data transmission; and basic concepts of information theory.

    Prerequisites: CENG 421/421L/521/521L /EE 421/421L/521/521L  or permission of instructor


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  • EE 724 Advanced Random Signals and Noise

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    Selected advanced topics in the theory of probability and statistics; spectral analysis; shot noise and Gaussian processes; noise figures; signal-to-noise ratios; random signals in linear systems; optimum linear systems.

    Prerequisites: Permission of instructor


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  • EE 725 Probability and Stochastic Processes with Applications

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    In this course, advanced topics of probability and stochastic processes and their applications in communication systems, communication networks, and other fields in electrical and computer engineering are covered. After an overview of probability concepts and various functions of random variables, the course embarks on introducing stochastics process, stationary, ergodic, and non-stationary processes, functions of auto- and cross-correlation, power spectral densities, and, in the context of linear systems, these functions are developed. Applications are covered throughout the course.

    Prerequisites: MATH 381  or equivalent, or permission of instructor.


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  • EE 726 Advanced Wireless Communications

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    This course presents the advanced topics in wireless communication and networking. Topics covered include: Diversity techniques in wireless systems; multiple access schemes, etc; cutting-edge technology in cognitive radio networks, wireless relay networks, etc. The goal of this course is to provide students with the working knowledge of the broad range of wireless communication and prepare them for the in-depth research in wireless communications and networking.


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  • EE 739 Advanced Grid-Connected Power Electronics Devices

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    Advanced use of power electronic devices to improve power quality of power grid with Flexible AC Transmission Systems (FACTS) and Active Power Filters (APF) and to integrate renewable energy resources (wind power and photovoltaic power) into modern power systems.

    Prerequisites: Permission of instructor


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  • EE 752 Advanced Digital Control Systems

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    Study of topics in digital control systems, digital compensation techniques; real-time digital control of dynamic systems; optimization of digital systems; digital control of robotic systems, digital to continuous system interfacing.

    Prerequisites: EE 453/453L/553/553L  or equivalent.
    Notes: Taught as required.


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  • EE 753 Optimal Control Theory

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    The study of optimal control systems applied to linear and nonlinear systems via a variety of methods: e.g. linear and nonlinear programming techniques, parameter optimization, system optimization, calculus of variations applied to control systems, stochastic optimization processes and other related optimization techniques as time permits.


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  • EE 754 Nonlinear Control Theory

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    The study of nonlinear systems using the phase plane method, describing functions, Lyapunov’s theory, nonlinear control systems design.


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  • EE 755 Linear State Space Control

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    This course acts as an introduction to the design and implementation of multivariate control system design for continuous time systems. Moreover, this course focuses on the design and application of linear state space techniques. Topics covered include: state variables, controllability, observability, stabilization, response shaping, and linear observers for multivariate systems.


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  • EE 756 Advanced Linear System Theory

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    This course presents advanced linear system theory associated with advanced control system development. The mathematical underlying theories for the following topics are developed: metric spaces, state variables, Jordan forms, SVD, controllability, observability, stabilization, response shaping, and linear observers for multivariate systems.

    Notes: Students may not earn credit in both EE 656 and EE 756.


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  • EE 757 Intelligent Control Systems

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    This course acts as an introduction to the topic of intelligent control theory. This is a fast growing field that covers a wide range of topics. This class will introduce the following topics as time permits: Fuzzy Set Theory, Neural Networks, Regression and Optimization, Neuro-Fuzzy Modeling, Neuro-Fuzzy Control, Data Clustering, and Stochastic Based Control, e.g. GAs, as time permits.


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  • EE 780 Advanced Engineering Electromagnetics

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    The course will cover advanced topics often encountered in engineering electromagnetic practice, e.g., uniform plane waves and their normal and oblique scattering from planar layered media; antennas; physical optics and scattering by strips; metallic waveguides and resonant cavities; and dielectric waveguides.

    Notes: Students may not earn credit in both EE 680 and EE 780.


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  • EE 788 Master’s Research Problems/Projects

    Credits: Credit to be arranged.

    Independent research problems/projects that lead to research or design paper, but not to a thesis. The plan of study is negotiated by the faculty member and the candidate. Contact between the two may be extensive and intensive. Does not include research courses which are theoretical.

    Notes: Credit to be arranged; not to exceed 3 credit hours per term.


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  • EE 791 Independent Study

    Credits: 1 to 9

    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems, and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.

    Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.


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  • EE 792 Topics

    Credits: 1 to 4

    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors.


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  • EE 798 Thesis

    Credits: Credit to be arranged.

    A formal treatise presenting the results of study submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the applicable degree. The process requires extensive and intensive one-on-one interaction between the candidate and professor with more limited interaction between and among the candidate and other members of the committee.

    Notes: Credit to be arranged; not to exceed 6 credits toward fulfillment of M.S. degree requirements.


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Engineering Mechanics

  
  • EM 214 Statics

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    The study of the effects of external forces acting on stationary rigid bodies in equilibrium. Vector algebra is used to study two and three dimensional systems of forces. Trusses, frames and machines, shear and moment in beams, friction, centroids, moments of inertia, and mass moments of inertia are discussed.

    Prerequisites: MATH 123  with a minimum grade of “C”.


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  • EM 215 Dynamics

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    Newton’s laws of motion are applied to particles and rigid bodies. Absolute and relative motion; force, mass and acceleration; work and energy; an impulse and momentum.

    Prerequisites: EM 214 


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  • EM 216 Statics and Dynamics

    Credits: (4-0) 4

    Statics: The study of effects of external forces acting on stationary rigid bodies in equilibrium. Frames and machines, friction, centroids and moments of inertia on areas and mass are discussed. Dynamics: Newton’s laws of motion are applied to particles and rigid bodies. Topics considered are absolute and relative motion; force, mass, and acceleration (or particles and rigid bodies); work and energy; and impulse and momentum (of particles).

    Prerequisites: MATH 123  with a “C” or better


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  • EM 321 Mechanics of Materials

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    Basic concepts of stress and strain that result from axial, transverse, and torsional loads on bodies loaded within the elastic range. Shear and moment equations and diagrams; combined stresses; Mohr’s circle; beam deflections; and column action and equations.

    Prerequisites: EM 214  with a minimum grade of “C”.


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  • EM 328 Applied Fluid Mechanics

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    Topics will include an introduction to the static and dynamic properties of real and ideal fluids; application of continuity, energy, and momentum principles to laminar, turbulent, compressible, and incompressible flows; laminar and turbulent flow of fluids in closed conduits and open channels; flow through orifices, weirs, and venturi meters. Flow in pipe networks and pumping systems will be investigated using a projectized team approach.

    Prerequisites: EM 214  or concurrent enrollment in EM 216 .


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  • EM 331 Fluid Mechanics

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    An introduction to the static and dynamic properties of real and ideal fluids; application of continuity, energy, and momentum principles to laminar, turbulent, compressible, and incompressible flows; and laminar and turbulent flow of fluids in closed conduits and around immersed bodies.

    Prerequisites: EM 214  or EM 215  or EM 216  


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  • EM 680 Advanced Strength of Materials

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    Study of advanced concepts in strength of materials. Topics will be selected from the following: theories of stress and strain, failure criteria, energy methods, torsion, nonsymmetrical beams on elastic foundation, plates, shells, stress concentrations, contact stresses, finite element methods, and plastic behavior of solids.

    Notes: This course is cross listed with ME 680 .


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English

  
  • ENGL 003 English as a Second Language: Grammar Review and Intermediate Composition

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    Conversation, listening and reading comprehension, vocabulary and idioms, grammar review and intermediate composition.

    Notes: Does not count toward graduation.


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  • ENGL 013 English as a Second Language: More Complex Structural Patterns and Advanced Composition

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    Conservation, listening and reading comprehension, vocabulary and idioms, more complex structural patterns, and advanced composition.

    Prerequisites: ENGL 003  or placement.
    Notes: Does not count toward graduation.


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  • ENGL 023 English as a Second Language: Listening and Reading, Grammar, Comprehension

    Credits: 3 to 5

    Written and oral responses to written and oral sources.  Reading and listening comprehension, vocabulary building, pronunciation, grammar and sentence structure, and formal and informal written and spoken English.

    Prerequisites: Placement or permission of instructor.
    Notes: Does not count toward graduation.


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  • ENGL 033 Basic Writing

    Credits: 1 to 3

    Intensive work in grammar and usage, punctuation, and paragraph development.

    Prerequisites: Appropriate student placement based on entry level assessment.
    Notes: Does not count toward graduation.


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  • ENGL 101 Composition I

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    Practice in the skills, research, and documentation needed for effective academic writing. Analysis of a variety of academic and non-academic texts, rhetorical structures, critical thinking, and audience will be included.

    Prerequisites: Appropriate student placement based on entry level assessment or completion of ENGL 033 .


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  • ENGL 201 Composition II

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    Study of and practice in writing persuasive prose, with the aim to improve writing skills in all disciplines.  Includes literary analysis and requires a research report.

    Prerequisites: ENGL 101  


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  • ENGL 210 Introduction to Literature

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    Readings in fiction, drama, and poetry to acquaint students with literature and aesthetic form.


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  • ENGL 221 British Literature I

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    A chronological survey of British literature from Old English through the 18th century.

    Notes: ENGL 221 and ENGL 222  need not be taken in sequence.


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  • ENGL 222 British Literature II

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    A chronological survey of British literature from the 19th century to the present.

    Notes: ENGL 221  and ENGL 222 need not be taken in sequence.


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  • ENGL 241 American Literature I

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    Background to and survey of major works from the beginnings to the Civil War.

    Notes: ENGL 241 and ENGL 242  need not be taken in sequence.


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  • ENGL 242 American Literature II

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    Background to and survey of major works from the Civil War to the present.

    Notes: ENGL 241  and ENGL 242 need not be taken in sequence.


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  • ENGL 279 Technical Communications I

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    Introductory written and oral technical communications with emphasis on research and explanations of scientific and engineering topics.

    Prerequisites: ENGL 101  or equivalent and sophomore standing.


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  • ENGL 289 Technical Communications II

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    Advanced written and oral technical communications with emphasis on the research, preparation, and delivery of complex technical documents.

    Prerequisites: ENGL 279  or equivalent and sophomore standing.


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  • ENGL 300 The Literary Experience of Nature

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    An interdisciplinary survey of writing about nature, examining the relationship between literary, cultural, and scientific perspectives.

    Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing.


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  • ENGL 343 Selected Authors

    Credits: (1-0) 1

    A study of the work of one or several major literary figures. Authors may vary each time the course is offered.

    Prerequisites: ENGL 101  or permission of instructor.
    Notes: May be taken up to three (3) times with different authors.


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  • ENGL 350 Humor in American Culture

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    The interdisciplinary study of American literary humor and its relationship to significant historical and regional issues.

    Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing.


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  • ENGL 360 Studies in European Literature

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    The interdisciplinary study of a facet of European literature through focus on literature of a particular century, a specific country or individual authors such as 19th century nationalism, literature of France, or James Joyce.

    Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing.
    Notes: May be repeated to a maximum of 6 credit hours on different topics.


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  • ENGL 374 Studies in American Literature

    Credits: 1 to 3

    The interdisciplinary study of American literature through focus on a particular facet of the American experience, such as a national issue or concern, a unique historical period or literary genre, or a distinct segment of U.S. society.

    Prerequisites: Junior or senior standing.
    Notes: May be repeated to a maximum of 6 credit hours on different topics.


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  • ENGL 391 Independent Study

    Credits: 1 to 3

    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.

    Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.


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  • ENGL 392 Topics

    Credits: 1 to 3

    Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors.

    Notes: A maximum of 6 credits of special topics will be allowed for degree credit.


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Engineering Management

  
  • ENGM 435/535 Optimization Techniques

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    The course develops basic judgment and competence in using quantitative methods in engineering or management decisions. Students will study various types of linear programming techniques, including simplex, transportation and assignment methods and post-optimal sensitivity analysis. In addition, network-type problems, critical-path methods, dynamic and decision tree techniques will be covered. Some basic mathematical theory is taught and the computer is used to solve both assigned problems and problems developed by the student in a particular field of interest.

    Notes: Students enrolled in ENGM 535 will be held to a higher standard than those enrolled in ENGM 435.


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  • ENGM 615 Nonparametric Statistics

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    Theory and application of commonly used distribution-free test statistics, including sign and Wilcoxon tests, and corresponding nonparametric point and interval estimators. Additionally, basic tests of three or more samples, and other selected topics.


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  • ENGM 620 Quality Management

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    This course is intended as an introduction to the philosophies, concepts, and tools of Total Quality Management. Topics include: An introduction to the philosophies of Juran, Deming, and Taguchi; total quality and quality improvement; quality and technology; and managing a quality environment. Elements of statistical process control, including pareto diagrams, box plots, histograms, and control charts will also be investigated using a commercial software package. Special projects and current readings in quality management will be assigned.


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  • ENGM 621 Statistical Process Control

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    This course covers the application of statistical methods to problems in quality and process control. Statistical topics include: basics of processes and variability, statistically controlled processes, variable and attribute control charts, moving averages, and process capability.

    Prerequisites: MATH 281  or MATH 381  or permission of instructor


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  • ENGM 625 Innovation and Commercialization

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    This course covers the practical aspects of developing an innovative idea or new technology from conceptualization through commercialization. Course topics include product innovation, product development, technology forecasting, technology transfer, small business development resources, and commercialization.


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  • ENGM 632 Stochastic Models in Operations Research

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    Probabilistic quantitative methods are developed. These include project control (PERT), decision trees, risk analysis, queuing, Markov chains, mathematical modeling and Monte Carlo simulation. Computer programs are used to solve practical problems after the techniques are developed and understood.

    Prerequisites: MATH 281  or MATH 381  or permission of instructor


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  • ENGM 640 Business Strategy

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    This course provides a financial management approach within a systems context approach. Financial concepts are analyzed from perspective of three basic types of decisions for any ongoing business: investment, operations, and financing. Course materials are structured around the viewpoints of major parties interested in the performance of business: managers, owners, and creditors. Financial concepts are reinforced by simulating the impact various business strategies have on the financial health of the virtual enterprise.


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  • ENGM 642 Engineering Management and Labor Relations

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    Principles of management, supervision, administrative policies, human-factors engineering, and labor-management relationships.


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  • ENGM 650 Safety Management

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    Management aspects of occupational safety and health. Topics include: development and implementation of safety programs and ergonomics programs, risk management, economic impact, legislation (including OSHA, Workers’ Compensation, and ADA), legal issues, wellness programs, system safety, certification, ethics, and professionalism.


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  • ENGM 655 Ergonomics for Managers

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    Management aspects of ergonomics and human factors engineering. Topics include: introduction to ergonomics and human factors principles, the business case for ergonomics, understanding cumulative trauma and neurovascular disorders, development and implementation of ergonomics programs, economic and regulatory aspects, work organization, job satisfaction, quality and productivity aspects, strategic issues and trends, and certification.


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  • ENGM 661 Engineering Economics for Managers

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    Students are expected to have prerequisite skills in the time value of money and basic probablility. Students not having these skills require the permission of instructor. Advanced topics in engineering economics associated with uncertainty and risk including: decision trees, Monte-Carlo simulation, utility functions, and multi-criterion decision making. 

    Prerequisites: MATH 281  or MATH 381 , IENG 301  or IENG 302 ; or permission of instructor


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  • ENGM 663 Operations Planning

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    Organization, functions, and responsibilities of the production control department and some related functions in industry. It includes: planning, authorizing, routing, scheduling, dispatching, and controlling the flow of production. The course also introduces the student to the fundamentals of inventory control, statistical quality control, pert-cpm, and operations research. (Manufacturing elective)

    Prerequisites: MATH 281  or MATH 381  or permission of instructor


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  • ENGM 675 Legal and Ethical Issues in Engineering Management

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    This course will introduce students to many of the legal and ethical issues from a manager’s perspective. Topics include: employment contracts, consulting, harassment, ADA compliance, Whistle Blower Act, research ethics, and helping employees with professional development.


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  • ENGM 692 Topics

    Credits: 1 to 3

    Includes current topics, advanced topics, and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors.


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  • ENGM 745 Forecasting for Business and Technology

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    This course provides an introduction to the quantitative and qualitative tools that may be used to identify and assess emerging technological advances. Topics include multiple regression, ARIMA forecast models and estimation, econometric models, and delphi techniques. Special projects and current readings in technology may be assigned.

    Prerequisites: MATH 281  or MATH 381  or permission of instructor


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  • ENGM 788 Master’s Research Problems/Project

    Credits: Credit to be arranged.

    Independent research problems/projects that lead to a research or design paper but not to a thesis. The plan of study is negotiated by the faculty member and the candidate. Contact between the two may be extensive and intensive. Does not include research courses which are theoretical.

    Prerequisites: Permission of instructor
    Notes: Credit to be arranged; not to exceed 3 credits toward fulfillment of M.S. degree requirements Open only to students pursuing the M.S. non-thesis option.


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  • ENGM 791 Independent Study

    Credits: 1 to 3

    Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.

    Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
    Notes: Student may enroll in this course only twice and for no more than a total of 6 credits.


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  • ENGM 792 Topics

    Credits: 1 to 3

    Includes current topics, advanced topics, and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors.

    Notes: Student may enroll in this course only twice and for no more than a total of 6 credits.


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  • ENGM 798 Thesis

    Credits: Credit to be arranged

    A formal treatise presenting the results of study submitted in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the applicable degree. The process requires extensive and intensive one-on-one interaction between the candidate and professor with more limited interaction between and among the candidate and other members of the committee.

    Prerequisites: Permission of instructor
    Notes: Credit to be arranged; not to exceed 6 credits toward fulfillment of M.S. degree requirements.  Open only to students pursuing the M.S. in Engineering Management thesis option.


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Student Exchange - International

  
  • EXCH 289 Student Exchange - International

    Credits: 0 to 18

    This course allows students to register as full-time students while taking part in an exchange program. Students will register on their home campus for the number of credit hours they intend to take while enrolled at another campus.


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  • EXCH 389 Student Exchange - International

    Credits: 0 to 16

    This course allows students to register as full-time students while taking part in an exchange program. Students will register on the School of Mines campus for the number of credit hours they intend to take while enrolled at another campus.


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  • EXCH 487 Study Abroad

    Credits: (0-0) 0

    Designed to keep a student active at the School of Mines if out for one to two semester(s) for study abroad program and not enrolling in credit at the School of Mines.  Does not guarantee eligibility for financial aid.

    Notes: Repeatable, but for no more than three consecutive terms at any one point.


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  • EXCH 489 Student Exchange - International

    Credits: 0 to 18

    This course allows students to register as full-time time School of Mines students while taking part in an exchange program. Students will register on the School of Mines campus for the number of credit hours they intend to take while enrolled at another campus.


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  • EXPL 285/385/485/585/685 Study Abroad Experiences

    Credits: 1 to 3

    This course is designed to provide engineering and science students with study abroad experiences, including exposure to different cultures as well as learning and sharing engineering and science/technology globally.

    Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.


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General Engineering

  
  • GE 283 Community Design Projects I

    Credits: (1-0) 1

    An introductory course for Freshman and Sophomores interested in real-life design projects with Community partners. The service-learning, team-based design course brings together students from multiple disciplines and multiple grade levels to work together on long-term projects that benefit the community. The curriculum of Community Design Projects I focuses on developing teaming skills and applying human-centered design principles. Student involvement over multiple semesters is encouraged. After completing GE 283/IS 283, freshman and sophomore students may continue involvement by registering in GE 284 /IS 284 . Junior and Senior students may continue involvement by registering for GE 484 /IS 484 .


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  • GE 284 Community Design Projects II

    Credits: 1 to 2

    An introductory course for Freshman and Sophomores interested in real-life design projects with Community partners. The service-learning, team-based design course brings together students from multiple disciplines and multiple grade levels to work together on long-term projects that benefit the community. The curriculum of Community Design Projects I focuses on developing teaming skills and applying human-centered design principles. Student involvement over multiple semesters is encouraged. After completing GE 283 /IS 283 , freshman and sophomore students may continue involvement by registering in GE 284/IS 284. Junior and Senior students may continue involvement by registering for GE 484 /IS 484 .


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  • GE 483 Community Design Projects I

    Credits: (1-0) 1

    An introductory course for Juniors and Seniors interested in real-life design projects with Community partners. The service-learning, team-based design course brings together students from multiple disciplines and multiple grade levels to work together on long-term projects that benefit the community. The curriculum of Community Design Projects I focuses on developing teaming skills and applying human-centered design principles. Student involvement is encouraged over multiple semesters is encouraged. After completing GE 483/IS 483, students may continue involvement by registering for GE 484 /IS 484 .


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  • GE 484 Community Design Projects II

    Credits: 1 to 2

    A continuation of GE 283 /IS 283  or GE 483 /IS 483  for Junior and Senior students interested continued participation in real-life design projects with Community partners. The curriculum of Community Design Projects II focuses on developing teaming skills and applying human-centered design principles with additional course modules in topics such as leadership, community partnership and cultural competency. Students who have completed GE 283L/IS 283L, GE 284 /IS 284  and/or GE 484/IS 484 that are interested in continuing their involvement on team projects may enroll in GE 484/IS 484 for one or more semesters.


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  • GE 498 Interdisciplinary Capstone Senior Design

    Credits: (0-3) 3

    Content will include major interdisciplinary engineering design experience integrating fundamental concepts of mathematics, basic science, engineering design, communications skills, humanities, and social science.

    Prerequisites: Senior standing or permission of instructor.


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  • GES 130/130L Introduction to Engineering and Science/Lab

    Credits: (2-0) 2

    This course serves undeclared freshmen students and is an introduction to the engineering and science profession, along with the various disciplines within those professions. This course is designed to give students the opportunity to learn how to solve engineering and science analysis and design problems. Students will develop various computational skills, sharpen communication skills, and be exposed to professional development in the form of team building, technology tools, and project management. In addition, students will have the opportunity to learn about the various majors offered at the university through lectures and assignments provided by the academic departments

    Corequisites: GES 130L


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  • GES 186 Job Shadow

    Credits: (0-1) 1

    This course provides an opportunity to learn more about the profession. This experience will provide students with first hand observations in their chosen profession and a better, more realistic understanding of job duties and responsibilities. Course will also involve the student writing a report on the experience and possibly giving a presentation.

    Prerequisites: Freshman or sophomore standing


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Geological Engineering

  
  • GEOE 110L Introduction to Geology, Geological Engineering, and Mining Engineering Lab

    Credits: (0-1) 1

    An introductory course for incoming freshman in geology, geological engineering and mining engineering covering fundamental science and engineering practices. The course will include short field exercises, practical exercises, group projects, problem solving (using spreadsheets and other current methods), and science and engineering ethics. When applicable, experts from industry and academia will be invited as guest lecturers to discuss current trends and practices.

    Notes: This course is cross listed with GEOL 110L  and MEM 110L .


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  • GEOE 201L Surveying for Mining and Geological Engineers

    Credits: (0-2) 2

    Principles of surface and underground surveying, including measurements, data collection, calculations, error analysis, topographic mapping, and applications of the Global Positioning System.  

    Prerequisites: Sophomore standing
    Notes: This course is cross-listed with MEM 201L 


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  • GEOE 221/221L Geology for Engineers/Lab

    Credits: (2-1) 3

    Basic concepts in the study of the earth, with emphasis on geological processes acting on the earth’s surface. Topics include rock forming processes and identification, mass wasting, ground water, streams, glaciers, coastal erosion, and earthquakes. Emphasis is given to engineering significance of processes and their resulting deposits.

    Corequisites: GEOE 221L


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  • GEOE 324/324L Engineering Geophysics I/Lab

    Credits: (2-1) 3

    Application of the more commonly used methods of geophysical prospecting in mineral exploration, petroleum exploration, and engineering construction. Includes field design and interpretation of surveys using the engineering seismograph, gravity meter, electrical resistivity equipment, scintillometers, and magnetometers. Extensive use of computers is made in the laboratory work.

    Prerequisites: MATH 125  and PHYS 213/213-A 
    Corequisites: GEOE 324L
    Notes: A minimum grade of “C” is required for graduation with a Geological Engineering B.S.


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  • GEOE 410 Engineering Field Geology

    Credits: (6-0) 6

    Instruction and practice for both team and independent work involving field techniques for geological engineering. Field work is conducted for five weeks at numerous sites throughout the Black Hills. The field mapping section teaches construction of engineering stratigraphic columns, geologic maps, and structural cross-sections. Field techniques are taught for rock strength assessment, hydrologic analysis of surface and groundwater, and performing engineering site characterizations. Slope stability computer models are used to analyze field data and design engineered slopes in rock and soil. Excel is used extensively for analysis of collected field data and hydrologic data. Written engineering reports or oral presentations accompany all columns, maps, sections, and generated models. Topics and field sites change frequently. One week is devoted to engineering stratigraphy and geologic mapping. Remaining weeks are devoted to engineering design problems including surface and ground-water hydrology, geotechnical evaluations and modeling of rock and soil slopes, and site characterization. Most projects require construction of a geologic map. Arrangements for transportation and room and board are made through the Black Hills Natural Sciences field station.

    Prerequisites: CEE 346/346L , GEOL 331/331L  , and GEOL 322/322L  
    Notes: A minimum grade of “C” is required for graduation with a Geological Engineering B.S.


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  • GEOE 412/512 Science and Engineering Field Applications

    Credits: 3 to 6

    Field course offered by Black Hills Natural Sciences Field Station to accommodate field education needs of scientists and engineers in multiple disciplines such as geology, geological engineering, petroleum engineering, environmental engineering, etc. Course offerings will take place in the summer months, and content of each camp will be defined by staff from the SDSM&T Geology and Geological Engineering Department and industry partners.

    Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
    Notes: Students enrolled in GEOE 512 will be held to a higher standard than those enrolled in GEOE 412.  This course is cross listed with GEOL 412/512 .

     


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  • GEOE 425/425L/525/525L Engineering Geophysics II/Lab

    Credits: (2-1) 3

    The course concentrates on geophysical techniques applicable to petroleum exploration and production, including the acquisition of seismic data, its preparation, interpretation, and use in engineering design. Use of computer packages and individual program design is emphasized.

    Prerequisites: MATH 125 , GEOE 324/324L  and GEOE 211/211L 
    Corequisites: GEOE 425L or GEOE 525L
    Notes: Students enrolled in GEOE 525/525L will be held to a higher standard than those enrolled in GEOE 425/425L.


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  • GEOE 461/561 Petroleum Drilling and Production Engineering

    Credits: (3-0) 3

    Introduction to engineering principles of modern oil and gas well drilling and production engineering.  Drilling topics include design of oil or gas well drilling operations (including horizontal and casing drilling), interpretation of well bore and formation properties, casing design and cementing, and well completion design. Production topics include well in-flow performance, wellbore damage characterization, acidizing and hydraulic fracturing (simulation) are discussed. Reservoir engineering topics include computer-aided design for downhole pressure, single and multi-phase flow measurements, physical modeling of oil production, and permeability testing.  Global oil production and societal implications will be emphasized.

    Notes: A minimum grade of “C” is required for graduation with a Geological Engineering B.S. Students enrolled in GEOE 561 will be held to a higher standard than those students enrolled in GEOE 461.


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