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MEM 450/550 Rock Slope Engineering Credits: (3-0) 3
Modes of slope failure. Economic consequences of instability in mining and construction. Geological factors controlling stability of rock slopes. Shear strength of highly jointed rock mass and discontinuities. Projection methods. Vectoral analysis of 3-D problems by means of the stereographic projection method. Analytical, graphical and computer analysis of planar, wedge and toppling failures. Probabilistic methods.
Prerequisites: MEM 304/304L or graduate standing.
Notes: Students enrolled in MEM 550 will be held to a higher standard than those enrolled in MEM 450.
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MEM 460/560 Advanced Human Capital Management for the Mineral Industry Credits: (3-0) 3
The student will study ways to leverage the human capital of the Mineral Industry in ways that create revenue, profits, and growth. Specific topics covered are those identified to have the greatest impact on the Mineral Industry. Topics may include talent management, predictive analytics, retention, employer branding, productivity, and loss of skill set.
Notes: Students enrolled in MEM 560 will be held to a higher standard than those enrolled in MEM 460.
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MEM 464 Mine Design and Feasibility Study Credits: (0-4) 4
A complete mine feasibility study conducted as a senior design project. Students will have a choice of designing one of the following: a surface or underground coal mine, a quarry, a surface or underground hard rock metal mine, or a sub-surface underground space (tunneling, large excavations, industrial/environmental underground storage site, or underground science laboratory). A comprehensive study of principles and practices involved in developing an ore deposit (surface or underground) starting with drill hole data following through with a complete feasibility study (based on financial returns on investment and sensitivity analysis) covering ore reserve calculations, and selection of mining methods and equipment. Computerized approach will be an integral part of the course: SurvCADD software and Vulcan software are available to use. In addition to a computerized model of the mine, a final written report and presentation in front of the class will be required.
Pre or Corequisites: MEM 302 , MEM 304/304L , MEM 401/401L and senior standing.
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MEM 466 Mine Management for the Mineral Industry Credits: (3-0) 3
The course provides an overview of principles and practices essential to the successful management of a mining company. Topics examined will include business strategy, leadership, operations management, administration, control, organization design, corporate governance, and stakeholder relations.
Prerequisites: Senior standing or permission of instructor.
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MEM 470/570 Project Management for the Mineral Industry Credits: (3-0) 3
This course will provide the student with proven techniques and approaches for effective project management within the mineral industry. The roles, responsibilities, and accountabilities of individuals involved in the mining project will be identified. In addition, the major mining project management stages, communication, quality, teams, and management functions will be emphasized. Students enrolled in MEM 570 will also research and write a graduate level paper on a project management topic.
Notes: Students enrolled in MEM 570 will be held to a higher standard than those enrolled in MEM 470
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MEM 476 International Business for Engineers and Scientists Credits: (3-0) 3
This course provides an overview of the unique problems faced by engineering and science companies engaged in international activities; the importance of understanding the foreign economic, political, cultural, and legal environment; the mechanics of importing and exporting; the international dimensions of management, marketing, and accounting; and competitive factors and conditions in an increasingly global and volatile environment.
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MEM 480/580 Advanced Explosives and Blasting Credits: (3-0) 3
A discussion of most recent advances in blasting technology. Most recent developments in new explosives and initiation systems along with new methods of face profiling and blast design concepts will be dealt with in detail. Discussions will include guest speakers and some real time case studies. Electronic initiation systems and their associated technological challenges will be studied in some detail.
Prerequisites: MEM 305 or graduate standing.
Notes: Students enrolled in MEM 580 will be held to a higher standard than those enrolled in MEM 480.
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MEM 491 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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MEM 492/592 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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MEM 501 Fundamentals of the Mineral Industry Credits: (3-0) 3
A course intended to provide the fundamental concepts and processes of the mineral industry, especially those processes employed in mining engineering. Topics will include industry overview, geology and exploration, mine planning and feasibility, health and safety, permitting, surface and underground mining operations, ground control, mineral processing, mineral economics, sustainability, and future of mining.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor
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MEM 610 Topics in Mineral Economics for the Mineral Industry Credits: (3-0) 3
This topics course covers elements such as minerals and the local economy, consumption, production, markets, public policy, local communities, and mineral finance.
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MEM 620 Reputation Management for the Mineral Industry Credits: (3-0) 3
This course will provide an understanding of reputation management and the different public relations techniques and applications to enhance mining and resource industry communication.
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MEM 630 Mining Law and Environment for the Mineral Industry Credits: (3-0) 3
This course undertakes an examination of relevant legislation and practice with respect to mining laws and the mining environment, starting with the Mining Act of 1872, the 1920 Mineral Leasing Act, and the 1977 Surface Mining Control and Reclamation Act. The student will examine state, national, and international mining laws as well as mining environment issues that impact the mining industry.
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MEM 640 Advanced Mine Management for the Mineral Industry Credits: (3-0) 3
This course provides an overview of principles and practices essential to the successful management of a mining company. Topics examined will include business strategy, leadership, human resources, operations management, finance, administration, control, organizational design, corporate governance, strategic planning, and stakeholder relations.
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MEM 650 Mine Systems Optimization Credits: (3-0) 3
An introduction to applied operations research techniques used in the minerals industry. Topics will include linear programming, integer programming, and networks with an emphasis on how these techniques are used to solve complex problems. Students will learn how to formulate and solve various problem types.
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MEM 660 Mediation and Negotiation for the Mineral Industry Credits: (3-0) 3
This course will provide an understanding of the principles and skill sets of mediation and negotiation in the many contexts that arise in the mining and resources industries.
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MEM 691 Independent Study Credits: 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. Credit to be arranged but not to exceed more than 6 credits towards fulfillment of M.S. degree requirements.
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MEM 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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MEM 700 Developing and Planning Research Credits: (1-0) 1
An overview of research proposal writing and presentation as well as responsible research conduct in the geosciences and engineering. Students will produce a preliminary thesis/dissertation proposal, peer review the proposals of fellow students, and prepare a proposal presentation on a selected research question.
Notes: This course is cross-listed with GEOE 700 and GEOL 700
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MEM 710 Bulk Materials Handling Credits: (3-0) 3
This course introduces principles, design, selection, and applications of materials handling systems in surface and underground mines. Topics include properties of bulk materials; loading equipment; hauling equipment; belt conveyors and chain conveyors; special conveyors; hydraulic and pneumatic conveying systems; automation and online monitoring of bulk material handling systems; hoisting systems; and storage systems.
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MEM 715 Advanced Mining Geotechnical Engineering Credits: (3-0) 3
This course provides students with a practical understanding of the advanced application of geotechnical engineering principles in mining - from the perspective of planning, design, and operations in both soft and hard rock as well as underground and open-cut mining systems. In the course will be a further discussion of new methods of collection and analysis of geotechnical data, geotechnical risk of different mining methods, caving mechanics, dynamic events: seismicity, rock bursts, airblasts & outbursts, geotechnical instrumentation and monitoring, and geotechnical risk mitigation.
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MEM 755 Rock Slope Engineering II Credits: (3-0) 3
Advanced topics in rock slope engineering including limiting equilibrium analysis of plane shear, rotational shear, and wedge-type failure; 2-D and 3-D numerical methods; analysis of rockfall; and laboratory and field methods including measurement of structural orientation, determination of strength properties using the direct shear, and instrumentation.
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MEM 788 Master’s Research Problems/Projects 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 or intensive. Does not include research courses which are theoretical.
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MEM 790 Seminar Credits: (2-0) 2
A highly focused and topical course. The format include student presentations and discussions of reports based on literature, practices, problems, and research. Seminar may be conducted over an electronic media internet and or at the upper division graduate levels. Enrollment is generally limited to less than 20 students.
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MEM 798 Thesis Credits: 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. Credit to be arranged.
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MEM 898D Dissertation Credits: 1 to 12
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. Oral defense of dissertation and research findings are required.
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Materials Engineering and Science |
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MES 455/555 Surface Engineering and Functionalization Credits: (1-0) 1
This course will provide an introduction to the fundamentals and applications of surface engineering and functionalization technologies. Course topics will include thin film deposition technologies, thick coating, and organic coating methods. The course will also introduce concepts on surface functionalization, coating characterization, and electrochemical surface modifications. This course is developed for both graduate and undergraduate students. Students enrolled at the graduate level will be held to a higher standard than those enrolled at the undergraduate level
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MES 475/575 Advances in Processing and Nanoengineering of Polymers Credits: (2-0) 2
The course will begin with an overview of the basic principles of polymer rheology and structure formation. It will then review recent examples from the scientific literature in which concepts and theories of rheological behavior and structure formation at multiple length scales have been further developed and/or applied to the processing of polymers and composites with advanced functional and multifunctional properties. Special attention will be paid to research related to processing challenges in the formation of polymer nanocomposites, nanofibers and hierarchical composite structures. As part of this course, students will be expected to develop skills in reviewing and critically assessing the scientific literature, and in developing research strategies based on current state of knowledge.
Prerequisites: CHEM 114 /CHEM 114L or MES 604 or permission of instructor.
Notes: Students enrolled in MES 575 will be held to a higher standard than those enrolled in MES 475. This course is cross listed with CBE 475/575 and NANO 475/575 .
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MES 600 Cyber-Physical-Social System for Understanding & Thwarting the Illicit Economy Credits: (1-0) 1
The course will explore the cyber, physical and social underpinnings that have allowed the modern illicit economy to thrive. In addition, the course will cover content with technologies and strategies that can be used to help disrupt the illicit economy.
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MES 601 Fundamentals of Materials Engineering Credits: (3-0) 3
The objective of this course is to provide students with the working knowledge required to understand principles governing engineering aspects of materials synthesis and manufacturing. Students are able to analyze the effect of surface chemistry, solution thermodynamics and modeling transport phenomena, and kinetics on various materials processes.
Prerequisites: Admission to M.S./MES or Ph.D./MES program or permission of instructor.
Notes: This course is taught when the required seven student minimum is reached.
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MES 602/602L Materials Characterization: Methods and Applications/Lab Credits: (3-0) 3
Materials Engineering and Science (MES) involves the study of the relationships between the structure-properties-processing-application of materials. Characterization methods are used to determine both the structure and properties of materials. The characterization methods portion of the course will help students to understand the processes to 1) select the material that is best for a particular application, 2) determine the effect of processing on materials properties in order to design a better material, and 3) determine how properties are related to material structure.
Students will need to perform materials characterization to understand the relationships described above. The second portion of the course will help students develop an understanding of the characterization methods available as well as their advantages and limitations.
Corequisites: MES 602L
Notes: Laboratories to be performed include: Particle size analysis, contact angle goniometry, and thermal analysis.
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MES 603 Condensed Matter Physics Credits: (4-0) 4
The objective of this course is to provide students with the working knowledge required to understand the principles of condensed matter physics with application to materials science and engineering. The students will be able to analyze basic experiments related to electronic structure of atoms and chemical bonding in solids, diffraction of x-rays and electrons by crystal lattices, lattice dynamics, elastic and thermal properties of solids, electronic band structure, classification of solids, dynamics of electrons in crystals, optical properties of solids, doped semiconductors, p-n junctions and hetero- junctions, dielectric properties of insulators, piezoelectricity, electrostriction, ferroelectricity, and magnetic properties of solids (dia-, para-, and ferro-magnetism).
Prerequisites: Admission to M.S./MES or Ph.D./MES program or permission of instructor.
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MES 604 Chemistry of Materials Credits: (4-0) 4
The objective of this course is to provide students with the working knowledge required to understand the theoretical chemical basis for chemical and physical properties of crystalline, ceramic, polymeric and metallic materials. Students will be able to analyze macroscopic properties on the basis of underlying chemical concepts.
Prerequisites: Admission to M.S./MES or Ph.D./MES program or permission of instructor.
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MES 678L Micro X-Ray Computed Tomography Credits: (0-1) 1
A practical introduction to the principles and use of micro x-ray computed tomography for materials scientists and engineers, geologists, paleontologists, and other interested graduate students.
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MES 691 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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MES 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.
Notes: This course is cross listed with MES 792 .
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MES 711 Materials and Advanced Energy Generation and Storage Credits: (3-0) 3
Materials for advanced energy generation and storage devices, such as batteries, polymer/solid-state/traditional/biological/microbial fuel cells, and super- /pseudocapacitors are discussed in this course. The main topics highlight the basic properties of materials, fundamental principles of catalytic/electrochemical reactions, kinetics, reaction mechanisms, and the recent approaches in development of innovative materials for the next generation of energy generation and storage devices. Furthermore, the challenges and criteria to achieve the state-of-the art performance for each of the specified areas are discussed.
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MES 712 Interfacial Phenomena Credits: (3-0) 3
A course in the surface properties of solids and liquids. Areas covered include the thermodynamics of surfaces, material transfer across interfaces, nucleation, surface energies of solids, three- phase contact, wetting phenomena, and adsorption.
Notes: This course is cross listed with CHEM 712
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MES 713 Advanced Solid Mechanics I Credits: (3-0) 3
Presented and discussed. Emphasis is placed on the mathematical description of phenomenological behavior, deformation and flow. Practical solutions from the classical theories of solid mechanics are discussed.
Notes: This course is cross listed with ME 713 .
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MES 716 Digital Fabrication: Materials and Processes Credits: (3-0) 3
The principles of interfacial phenomenon, solution thermodynamics, and colloid chemistry will be used in illuminated process by which metallic nanoparticulates can be formed and incorporated into inks for use in manufacturing of a variety of products. Students will learn 1) the methods and science behind the manufacture of a variety of functional nanoparticles, 2) the methods of incorporating these particles into inks and the printing of these inks for digital fabrication applications, and 3) the interfacial processes involved in line spreading and curing of the printed traces.
Notes: This course is cross listed with NANO 716
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MES 719 Nanomaterials for Biosensors Credits: (3-0) 3
Topics covered will include the fundamental principles of signal recognitions in protein, DNA, and enzyme biosensors, basic properties of nanomaterials related to sensors, electrochemical biosensors, optical and fluorescence sensors, chemiresistors, sensors based on semiconductor electronic devices, and the recent development of innovative nanomaterials for next-generation biosensors.
Prerequisites: Enrollment in one of the Biomedical Engineering, or Nanoscience & Nanoengineering, or Materials Engineering and Science programs, or Permission of Instructor.
Notes: MES 719 is cross-listed with BME 719 and NANO 719 .
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MES 720 Nano-Struct Mats: Syn & Char Credits: (3-0) 3
A survey and analysis of synthetic materials and characterization techniques for nano-structured materials will be presented. The classes of materials that will be studied include: inorganic nano cyrstals (metals, semi-conductors, metal oxides), nano-wires, porous materials, carbon nanostructures, and higher order materials, such as supported catalysts. Solution-phase synthetic routes will be emphasized, including sol-gel synthesis, non-hydrolytic molecular decomposition, and micelle-templated synthesis, with lesser emphasis on solid state and gas-phase reactions. Methods of characterization will be discussed, including: transmission electron microscopy (TEM), scanning electron microscopy (SEM), powder X-ray diffraction (XRD), UV-visible absorption/fluorescence, X-ray absorptionspectroscopy, gas sorption analysis, atomic force microscopy (AFM), scanning tunneling microscopy (STM), and photoelectronspectroscopy.
Notes: This course is cross listed with CHEM 720 .
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MES 723 Luminescence Spectroscopy of Materials Credits: (3-0) 3
Fundamentals of luminescent behavior and photodynamics of solid state materials and spectroscopic methods of characterization will be discussed. Applications of novel solid state materials as phosphors, sensors, and in optoelectronics devices will be considered.
Notes: This course is cross listed with CHEM 723
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MES 728 Heterogeneous Kinetics Credits: (3-0) 3
Principles of Absolute Rate Theory are combined with thermodynamics to study the mechanisms of homogeneous and heterogeneous reactions in metallurgical systems.
Notes: This course is cross listed with CBE 728 .
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MES 736 Advanced Photovoltaics Credits: (3-0) 3
This course builds on the foundations established in MES/NANO 636. It will cover advanced photovoltaic concepts, including thin films, compound semiconductors, spectral conversion devices, and organic and polymeric devices. Advanced device designs will be emphasized. Evaluation will include a research paper on a current PV topic.
Notes: This course is cross listed with NANO 736 .
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MES 737 Organic Photovoltaics Credits: (3-0) 3
Organic photovoltaic provides a variety of interesting and new properties which facilitate solar energy utilization. The objectives of this course are to introduce material properties of polymers, small molecules, dyes, and nanomaterials for photovoltaics; describe device mechanisms and behavior of organic photovoltaics; understand the photophysical process in organic photovoltaics; and introduce different processing techniques for device fabrication.
Notes: This course is cross listed with EE 737
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MES 742 Applied Electrochemistry Credits: (3-0) 3
This course will work from a knowledge of thermochemistry, physical chemistry, and analytical chemistry to understand the fundamental aspects of electrochemical processes in materials processing. This will include the thermodynamics and kinetics of aqueous electrochemical reactions and electrochemical measurement techniques. The course will focus on the application of electrometallurgical principles to a wide variety of industrial processes and will enable students to calculate relevant processing parameters and develop a sound understanding of electrochemical processes in materials processing.
Pre or Corequisites: Graduate standing.
Notes: This course is cross-listed with CBE 742 and BME 742 .
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MES 770 Continuum Mechanics Credits: (3-0) 3
Introduction to tensor algebra and calculus. Derivation of kinematic, stress, strain, and thermodynamic field equations governing continuous media. Development of constitutive relations for real materials. Applications to problems in fluid and solid mechanics.
Notes: This course is cross listed with ME 770 .
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MES 788 Master’s Research Problems/Projects Credits: Credit to be arranged.
Independent research problems/projects that lead to a research or design paper but not to a thesis. A plan of student is negotiated by the faculty member and the candidate. Contact between the two may be extensive and intensive. Does not include research courses with are theoretical. Oral defense of the report and research findings are required.
Prerequisites: Approval of advisor.
Notes: Credit to be arranged: not to exceed 2 credit hours toward fulfillment of the MS in MES (non-thesis option)
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MES 790/890 Seminar Credits: (1-0) 1
A highly focused, and topical course. The format includes student presentations 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 graduate levels.
Notes: May not be repeated for degree credit. Students enrolled in MES 890 will be held to a higher standard than those enrolled in MES 790.
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MES 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.
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MES 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: This course is cross listed with MES 692 .
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MES 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 credit hours toward fulfillment of the M.S. in MES.
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MES 898D Dissertation 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. Oral defense of dissertation and research findings are required.
Notes: Credit to be arranged; not to exceed 30 credits toward fulfillment of Ph.D. degree requirements. Open only to doctoral candidates.
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MET 110 Introduction to Metallurgical Engineering Credits: (1-0) 1
An introductory course for incoming freshmen in metallurgical engineering covering the history of, career opportunities in, and engineering practices of metallurgical engineering. This course will include group projects and presentations, problem solving, engineering ethics, technical reports and field trips.
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MET 220 Mineral Processing and Resource Recovery Credits: (3-0) 3
An introductory course in mineral processing highlighting unit operations involved including comminution, sizing, froth flotation, gravity separation, electrostatic separation, magnetic separation and flocculation. Other topics discussed include remediation of contaminant effluents and the unit operations associated with recycling of post-consumer materials using mineral processing techniques.
Prerequisites: MATH 123 and CHEM 112
Notes: A minimum grade of “C” is required for graduation with a B.S. degree in Metallurgical Engineering.
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MET 220L Mineral Processing and Resource Recovery Laboratory Credits: (0-1) 1
An introductory laboratory course in mineral processing highlighting relevant unit operations.
Pre or Corequisites: MET 220
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MET 231 Structures and Properties of Materials Lab Credits: (0-1) 1
A laboratory involving quantitative metallography, heat treating practice, mechanical property measurements and metallurgical design of the thermal mechanical treatment of metals.
Pre or Corequisites: MET 232
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MET 232 Properties of Materials Credits: (3-0) 3
A course in engineering materials and their applications. The different technological uses of metals, ceramics, plastics, and composite materials are discussed and explained in terms of their basic atomic structure, and mechanical, thermal, optical, electrical, and magnetic properties. Material selection in engineering design is emphasized.
Prerequisites: MATH 123 , and CHEM 112 or ISCI 153 (course availble at USD)
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MET 310 Aqueous Extraction, Concentration, and Recycling Credits: (3-0) 3
Scientific and engineering principles involved in the winning of metals from ores and scrap. Areas covered include the unit operations of comminution, sizing, solid/liquid separations, leaching, ion exchange, solvent extraction, and surface phenomena as related to flocculation, froth floatation, and electrostatic separation.
Prerequisites: MET 320 or CBE 321 or CHEM 342
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MET 310L Aqueous Extraction, Concentration, and Recycling Lab Credits: (0-1) 1
Laboratory experiments in design of processing equipment and cost estimation, zeta potential, surface tension, leaching kinetics, electrowinning, and solvent extraction.
Pre or Corequisites: MET 310
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MET 320 Metallurgical Thermodynamics Credits: (4-0) 4
The principles of chemical thermodynamics and their application to metallurgical engineering processes. Topics covered include the zero, first and second laws of thermodynamics, the fundamental equations of state for open and closed systems, criterion of equilibrium, heat capacities, reaction equilibrium constants and their dependence upon temperature and pressure, chemical potential, standard and reference states, stability diagrams, and solution thermodynamics.
Prerequisites: PHYS 211/211A , CHEM 112 , and MATH 125
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MET 321/321L High Temperature Extraction, Concentration, and Recycling/Lab Credits: (3-1) 4
Thermodynamic principles involved in the winning of metals. Areas covered include calcination, oxidation, reduction processes, smelting, high- temperature refining, electrorefining, slags, and slag-metal interactions.
Prerequisites: MET 320
Corequisites: MET 321L
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MET 330 Physics of Metals Credits: (3-0) 3
The fundamental principles of physical metallurgy with emphasis on the mathematical description of mechanisms that control the structure of materials. Topics covered are structure of metals, x-ray diffraction, elementary theory of metals, dislocations, slip phenomena, grain boundaries, vacancies, annealing, and solid solutions.
Prerequisites: MET 232 with a grade of “C” or better.
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MET 330L Physics of Metals Lab Credits: (0-1) 1
Practical laboratory exercises that involve (1) x-ray diffraction methods, (2) transmission electron microscopy as it applies to dislocations in materials, (3) recovery, recrystallization and grain growth as it applies to annealing of materials, (4) optional and scanning electron microscopy as it applies to the microstructure of materials, and (5) thermomechanical processing of metals with limited regions of solid solubility.
Prerequisites: MET 231
Pre or Corequisites: MET 330
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MET 332 Thermomechanical Processing Credits: (3-0) 3
The relationship between the structure and properties of materials. Topics covered are the iron-carbon system, hardenability of iron base alloys, stainless steels, cast irons, aluminum, copper and magnesium, rubber and copper polymers. Concepts of heat treatment, age hardening, dispersion hardening, and hot and cold working correlated with modification of the structure and physical properties of materials.
Prerequisites: MET 232 with a grade of “C” or better.
Pre or Corequisites: MET 330 and MET 320 or ME 211
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MET 352/352L Principles of Metallurgical Design Credits: (2-0) 2
Introduction to the principles of engineering design as applied in the field of Metallurgical Engineering. The main focus will be Systems Engineering principles, teamwork, project management, technical communications, and materials and process selection as they relate to Metallurgical Engineering.
Prerequisites: MET 232 and MET 320
Corequisites: MET 352L
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MET 422 Transport Phenomena Credits: (4-0) 4
The principles of momentum, heat and mass transfer and their application to metallurgical engineering. Topics covered include thermal conductivity, mass diffusion, mechanisms of transport, Fourier’s and Fick’s Laws, shell balance, boundary conditions, equations of change, unsteady-state transport, mass and heat distributions in turbulent flow, and interphase transport.
Prerequisites: MATH 321
Pre or Corequisites: MET 320
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MET 426/526 Steelmaking Credits: (3-0) 3
Chemical reactions and heat and mass transport phenomena associated with the production of steel. Unit operations studied include the blast furnace, the basic oxygen furnace, the electric arc furnace, and selected direct reduction processes.
Prerequisites: MET 320 or graduate standing.
Notes: Students enrolled in MET 526 will be held to a higher standard than those enrolled in MET 426.
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MET 430/430L Welding Engineering and Design of Welded Structures/Lab Credits: (2-1) 3
Introduces the state-of-art in welding processes and technology. Discusses fundamentals of the fabrication welded structures by introducing basics of solidification in welds, metallurgy of welds, fatigue and fracture in welds, joint design and weld defects and inspection. Laboratory exercises will focus on advanced welding processes, characterization, and materials testing methods.
Prerequisites: MET 232
Corequisites: MET 430L
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MET 432/532 Advanced Materials and Processes Credits: (3-0) 3
The physical metallurgy, structure, advanced processing methods, and applications of various advanced metallic materials will be covered in this course. Topics will include fundamentals of metal castings, additive manufacturing, surface engineering, powder metallurgy and other emerging techniques. This course will also cover concepts on advanced materials such as superalloys, metal matrix composites, nanocrystalline materials, advanced steels, titanium alloys, shape memory alloys, amorphous materials and mechanical alloyed materials.
Prerequisites: MET 330 or Graduate Standing
Notes: Students enrolled in MET 532 will be held to a higher standard than those enrolled in MET 432.
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MET 433 Process Control Credits: (3-0) 3
Analysis and design of process control systems for industrial processes, including control tuning and design of multi-variable control scheme.
Prerequisites: MATH 321 and senior standing.
Notes: This course is cross listed with CBE 433 .
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MET 440/540 Mechanical Metallurgy Credits: (3-0) 3
A course concerned with responses of metals to loads. Areas covered include elastic and plastic deformation under different force systems, dislocation theory, fracture, internal friction, fatigue, creep, residual stresses, and general fundamentals of metal working.
Prerequisites: MET 232 with a grade of “C” or better.
Pre or Corequisites: ME 216 or EM 321
Notes: Students enrolled in MET 540 will be held to a higher standard than those enrolled in MET 440.
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MET 440L/540L Mechanical Metallurgy Lab Credits: (0-1) 1
A course that provides practical experience in the mechanical behavior of metals focusing on mechanical testing, mechanical processing, and failure analysis.
Prerequisites: MET 231
Pre or Corequisites: MET 440/540
Notes: Students enrolled in MET 540L will be held to a higher standard than those enrolled in MET 440L.
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MET 443 Composite Materials Credits: (3-0) 3
The course will cover heterogeneous material systems; basic design concepts and preparation; types of composite materials; advances in filaments, fibers and matrices; physical and mechanical properties; failure modes; thermal and dynamic effects; and applications to construction, transportation and communication.
Prerequisites: ME 316 or concurrent enrollment in MET 440.
Notes: This course is cross listed with ME 443 .
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MET 444/544 Security Printing Technology Credits: (3-0) 3
The security and anti-counterfeiting technology field will be covered with an emphasis on printing of security end products. Students will understand the principles involved in the manufacture and use of security inks, the use of substrates in security printing, the manufacture, and the use of security inks design and use secure documents and authentication tools. Areas to be covered include interfacial phenomena such as dispersion of nanoparticles, substrate wetting, effect of particle concentration on solvent viscosity, how various printers function and color theory.
Notes: Students enrolled in MET 544 will be held to a higher standard than those enrolled in MET 444.
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MET 445/545 Oxidation and Corrosion of Metals Credits: (3-0) 3
Initially, the thermodynamics of electrochemical processes are covered; use of the Nernst equation and Pourbaix diagram is presented in this material. Fundamentals of electrode kinetics are then discussed with special emphasis on the derivation of the Butler-Volmer equation and application of the Evan’s diagram. Following presentation of these fundamental concepts, phenomena observed in corrosion and oxidation such as uniform attack, pitting, stress corrosion cracking, and corrosion fatigue are discussed. Finally, selection of materials for site specific applications is covered.
Prerequisites: MET 320 or CBE 222 or ME 211 or graduate standing.
Notes: Students enrolled in MET 545 will be held to a higher standard than those enrolled in MET 445. This course is cross listed with CBE 445/545 .
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MET 450/550 Forensic Engineering Credits: (3-0) 3
The principles of physical metallurgy, mechanical metallurgy, manufacturing processes, and service environments will be used to determine the causes(s) for failure of metallic, composite, and polymer engineering components. Analytical techniques and procedures to characterize fractographic features and microstructures, such as optical metallography, macrophotography, and scanning electron microscopy, will also be reviewed. Actual failed engineering components from a variety of industrial applications will be used as examples and be evaluated in the course. Fundamental engineering concepts, legal procedures of forensic engineering, failure mechanisms, technical report writing, and remedial recommendations will also be discussed.
Prerequisites: MET 231 , MET 232 , EM 321 or ME 216 or permission of instructor.
Notes: Students enrolled in MET 550 will be held to a higher standard than those enrolled in MET 450.
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MET 464 Senior Design I Credits: (0-2) 2
A continuation of the design sequence.
Prerequisites: MET 352/352L
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MET 465 Senior Design II Credits: (0-1) 1
A continuation of the design sequence, which includes a final technical design report and appropriate display material for the School of Mines Design Fair.
Prerequisites: MET 464
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MET 489/589 Composites Manufacturing Credits: (1-0) 1
A background in the concepts of polymers and polymerization as well as an overview of composites concepts, constituent materials, and manufacturing processes provide the groundwork in the first half of the course. A more detailed study of the Vacuum Assisted Resin Transfer molding (VARTM) processing builds upon this groundwork, including topics such as process materials and parameters, mold design and manufacture, and product design considerations. The course concludes with post-processing topics. In conjunction with the concepts lecture, students spend time in the lab constructing and using a simple mold which will illustrate some of the challenges of molding and finishing a composite product.
Notes: This course is cross listed with CBE 489/589 . Students enrolled in MET 589 will be held to a higher standard than those enrolled in MET 489.
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MET 491 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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MET 492 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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MET 601 Biomaterials Credits: (3-0) 3
This course will provide students with an overview of the field of biomaterials with the knowledge necessary to conduct biomedical product development and/or biomaterials research. The first portion of the course will provide an introduction to the major classes of materials used in medical devices including metals, polymers, ceramics, composites, and natural materials. Topics covered will include material properties, material processing, testing, corrosion, biocompatibility, tissue responses, etc. The second portion of the course will cover specific biomaterial applications such as dental, orthopedic, cardiovascular, drug delivery, and tissue engineering. The topics of implant cleanliness and sterilization methods will also be discussed. In addition, the topic of national and international governmental regulations and requirements will be reviewed including examples of investigative devices exemptions and 510k submissions.
Notes: This course is cross listed with BME 601 .
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MET 614 Advanced Metallurgical Simulation Techniques Credits: (3-0) 3
An advanced course in the simulation of metallurgical processes. Topics covered include numerical solution of partial differential equations, optimization techniques and numerical integration and interpolation. Although the course is intended primarily for metallurgy majors, the coverage is sufficiently broad that non-metallurgy majors are encouraged to enroll.
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MET 624 Advanced Chemical Metallurgy Credits: (3-0) 3
Application of metallurgical thermodynamics and transport phenomena to extractive metallurgical processes.
Prerequisites: MET 320 , MET 321/321L and MET 422
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MET 625 Strengthening Mechanisms in Metals Credits: (3-0) 3
Study of the scientific fundamentals leading to the improvement of the mechanical properties of metallic materials. The treatment includes strengthening by strain hardening, grain and twin boundaries, solute atoms, precipitates, dispersed particles and fibers, martensitic transformations, texturing, point defects, and thermomechanical treatments. Enhancement of fracture, fatigue, and creep behavior is also treated.
Prerequisites: Permission of instructor.
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MET 632 Theory of Dislocations Credits: (3-0) 3
A study of defect theory in solids and their role in governing material behavior. Topics covered include the concept, properties, and mutual interaction of dislocations, point defects, stacking faults, dislocation dynamics (motion and multiplication). Application of defect theory to the phenomena of slip, plastic yielding, thermally-activated plastic flow, microstrain, internal friction, strain hardening, and mechanical twinning.
Prerequisites: MET 440 or permission of instructor.
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MET 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.
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MET 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.
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MSL 101 Leaderships and Personal Development Credits: (1-0) 1
Make your first peer group at college one committed to performing well and enjoying the experience. Increase self-confidence through team study and activities in basic drill, physical fitness, rappelling, leadership reaction course, first aid, making presentations and basic marksmanship. Learn fundamental concepts of leadership in a profession in both classroom and outdoor laboratory environments.
Corequisites: MSL 101L
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MSL 101L Leadership and Personal Development Lab Credits: (0-1) 1
Designed to accompany MSL 101 . Provides the students with hands-on experience to supplement and reinforce classroom instruction. Subjects addressed include drill and ceremonies, physical fitness training, marksmanship, first aid, rappelling and basic mountaineering skills. Voluntary off campus activities reinforce course work.
Corequisites: MSL 101
Notes: This course will count for 1 credit hour of physical education credit.
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MSL 102 Introduction to Tactical Leadership Credits: (1-0) 1
Learn and apply principles of effective leadership. Reinforce self-confidence through participation in physically and mentally challenging exercise with upper-division ROTC students. Develop communication skills to improve individual performance and group interaction. Relate organizational ethical values to the effectiveness of a leader.
Corequisites: MSL 102L
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MSL 102L Introduction to Tactical Leadership Lab Credits: (0-1) 1
Designed to accompany MSL 102 . Provides the student with hands-on experience to supplement and reinforce classroom instruction. Subjects addressed include drill and ceremonies, physical fitness training, marksmanship, first aid, rappelling and basic mountaineering skills. Voluntary off campus activities reinforce course work.
Corequisites: MSL 102
Notes: This course will count for 1 credit hour of physical education credit.
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MSL 201 Innovative Team Leadership Credits: (1-0) 1
Learn/apply ethics-based leadership skills that develop individual abilities and contribute to the building of effective teams of people. Develop skills in oral presentations, writing concisely, planning events, coordination of group efforts, advanced first aid, land navigation, and basic military tactics. Learn fundamentals of ROTC’s leadership assessment program.
Corequisites: MSL 201L
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MSL 201L Innovative Team Leadership Lab Credits: (0-1) 1
Students will develop leadership and management skills by being given the opportunity to perform duties in various leadership positions. Emphasis is placed on the development of leadership and managerial skills. Course is supplemented with instruction on the use of a lensatic compass and a topographic map, as well as various survival skills. Voluntary off campus activities reinforce course work.
Corequisites: MSL 201
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MSL 202 Foundations of Tactical Leadership Credits: (1-0) 1
Introduction to individual and team aspects of military tactics in small unit operations. Includes use of radio communications, making safety assessments, movement techniques, planning for team safety/security and methods of pre-execution checks. Practical exercises with upper-division ROTC students. Learn techniques for training others as an aspect of continued leadership development.
Corequisites: MSL 202L
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MSL 202L Foundations of Tactical Leadership Lab Credits: (0-1) 1
Students are provided the opportunity to reinforce classroom leadership and management training with practical experience. Students will also receive training in small unit tactics and use of the M-16 rifle. Voluntary off campus activities reinforce course work.
Corequisites: MSL 202
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MSL 290 Basic Small Unit Leadership Credits: (2-0) 2
Provides the student with practical experience in small unit leadership development, team building, and the technical and tactical skills needed to be a professional officer in the United States Army. Course includes instruction in and practical application of rifle marksmanship, orienteering, mountaineering, weapons proficiency, physical training, and small unit leadership skills.
Corequisites: Concurrent registration in either MSL 101 or MSL 201 is required.
Notes: May be repeated for a maximum of 4 credit hours.
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MSL 291 Internship in Leadership I Credits: (2-0) 2
This course is designed for ROTC Cadets who have completed M.S. I and II but not academically aligned to contract as M.S. IIIs. The course will expand on their applied leadership skills. Upon approval of the instructor, students will develop training plans, schedules, evaluation outlines and classroom instruction. Students may also do department approved research.
Notes: The class may be repeated up to two times, for a maximum of 4 credits, with permission of department head.
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