Experimental Courses 2018-2019, A-F

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A B E 102X. Learning Communities. (0-1) Cr. 0.5. F. Eight week learning communities course focusing on student success, engineering, and department curriculum. Building community within the ABE Department.

A B E 440X. Modeling and Simulation of Soil-Crop-Machine Systems. (Dual-listed with A B E 540X). (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: A B E 340, A B E 316. Principles of soil and crop material characterization, constitutive relationships for modeling soil and crop material behaviors, and applied computational and experimental methods for soil-crop-machine interactions for design and evaluation of off-road machine systems.

A B E 540X. Modeling and Simulation of Soil-Crop-Machine Systems. (Dual-listed with A B E 440X). (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: A B E 340, A B E 316. Principles of soil and crop material characterization, constitutive relationships for modeling soil and crop material behaviors, and applied computational and experimental methods for soil-crop-machine interactions for design and evaluation of off-road machine systems.

A ECL 231X. Principles of Wildlife & Fisheries Conservation. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: BIOL 211, BIOL 212, NREM 120. Introduction to the principles of wildlife and fisheries management. Case studies will be explored along with assessment methods used to understand management including conservation of populations, species and communities, as well as habitat preservation and restoration.

A ECL 435X. Entomology Field Trip. (Cross-listed with ENT 435X). (1-6) Cr. 2. Repeatable. Irr. S. Irr. SS. Prereqs: BIOL 312 (or equivalent) and permission of instructor; ENT 370 or ENT 425 (or equivalent) recommended. Field trip to study insects of major terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. Location and duration vary.

A ECL 444X. Aquatic Toxicology. (Dual-listed with A ECL 544X and TOX 544X; cross-listed with TOX 444X). (2-0) Cr. 2. Alt. S, offered 2019. Prereqs: Graduate student status, or undergraduate status having declared a minor in Pharmacology and Toxicology, or having completed BIOL 211 and BIOL 212. An overview of interactions between anthropogenic chemicals and aquatic ecosystems. Topics include history of aquatic toxicology, methods of toxicity testing, and species responses to toxicants. Emphasis is on aquatic pollutants of emerging concern (e.g., nanoparticles, microplastics). Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

A ECL 544X. Aquatic Toxicology. (Dual-listed with A ECL 444X and TOX 444X; cross-listed with TOX 544X). (2-0) Cr. 2. Alt. S, offered 2019. Prereqs: Graduate student status, or undergraduate status having declared a minor in Pharmacology and Toxicology, or having completed BIOL 211 and BIOL 212. An overview of interactions between anthropogenic chemicals and aquatic ecosystems. Topics include history of aquatic toxicology, methods of toxicity testing, and species responses to toxicants. Emphasis is on aquatic pollutants of emerging concern (e.g., nanoparticles, microplastics). Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

A M D 578X. Social Network Analysis. (3-0) Cr. 3. Alt. S., offered 2019. Prereq: STAT 587 or equivalent. Introduction to social network related theories, practices and analyses. Visualize and analyze social structures, formed from social relationships, interactions, communications, and social media activities. Explore methods for social network data collection and data management, including application on big data. Practical guidelines on conducting SNA research in social science contexts, including applying SNA with big data.

ACCT 315X. Business Data Streams and Issues. (Cross-listed with MIS 315X). (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: COM S 113. Identification of open data sources and other private data sources. Develop methods of data access, collection, and sharing; develop methods to validate and standardize data sources; develop methods to assess data worthiness (risk).

ACCT 371X. Entrepreneurship and Accounting Information. (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: ACCT 285. Accounting information recording, dissemination, and use by entrepreneurs. Introduces pro forma financials, venture capital, private equity, and state and federal regulations for business creation and formation. Other topics include intrapreneurship, intellectual property, information privacy, cybersecurity, and internal controls, including managing the risk of embezzlement.

ADVRT 391X. Short Course Intensive. (Cross-listed with JL MC 391X and P R 391X). Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. Focused short courses on timely concepts. Check with Greenlee School for course availability. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only

AER E 294X. Make to Innovate I. (1-0) Cr. 1. F. Prereqs: Restricted to Freshman and Sophomore classifications; Instructor permission required. Multidisciplinary projects to engage students in the fundamentals of engineering, project management, systems engineering, teamwork, and oral and visual communication. Students will define and attain their team objectives and milestones that are approved by the instructor. Graduation Restrictions: Will not count toward graduation.

AER E 407X. Applied Formal Methods. (Dual-listed with AER E 507X; Cross-listed with COM S 407X and COM S 507X). (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: MATH 166 and instructor permission. Introduction to the fundamentals of formal methods, a set of mathematically rigorous techniques for the formal specification, validation, and verification of safety-critical systems. Tools, techniques, and applications of formal methods with an emphasis on real-world use-cases such as enabling autonomous operation. Students will build experience in writing mathematically analyzable specifications from English operational concepts for real systems, such as aircraft and spacecraft. Review capabilities and limitations of formal methods in the design, verification, and system health management of today's complex systems.

AER E 452X. Introduction To Systems Engineering And Analysis. (3-0) Cr. 3. SS. (Cross-listed with I E 452X). Prereq: Junior Classification in an Engineering Major. Principles of systems engineering to include problem statement formulation, stakeholder analysis, requirements definition, system architecture and concept generation, system integration and interface management, verification and validation, and system commissioning and decommissioning operations. Introduction to discrete event simulation processes. Students will work in groups to propose, research, and present findings for a systems engineering topic of current relevance.

AER E 494X. Make to Innovate II. Cr. 2-3. F. Prereqs: Restricted to Junior or Senior classifications; Instructor permission required. Multidisciplinary projects to engage students in the fundamentals of engineering, project management, systems engineering, teamwork, and oral and visual communication. Students will define and attain their team objectives and milestones that are approved by their instructors. Graduation restrictions: Maximum of 6 credits may count toward graduation as Technical Elective.

AER E 507X. Applied Formal Methods. (Dual-listed with AER E 407X; Cross-listed with COM S 407X and COM S 507X). (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: MATH 166 and instructor permission. Introduction to the fundamentals of formal methods, a set of mathematically rigorous techniques for the formal specification, validation, and verification of safety-critical systems. Tools, techniques, and applications of formal methods with an emphasis on real-world use-cases such as enabling autonomous operation. Students will build experience in writing mathematically analyzable specifications from English operational concepts for real systems, such as aircraft and spacecraft. Review capabilities and limitations of formal methods in the design, verification, and system health management of today's complex systems.

AER E 515X. Atomistic and Multiscale Mechanics of Materials. (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereqs: E M 510; E M 516; AER E 525. Introduction to atomistic and multiscale computational methodology for the graduate-level study of mechanics of materials. At the end of this course, students will have an awareness and understanding of the application of atomistic and multiscale materials modeling techniques to fracture, plasticity, phase transformation, corrosion, thermal and mass transport in a variety of engineering materials.

AER E 554X. Metaheuristic Optimization and Modeling for Complex System Design. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: Graduate standing in College of Engineering or permission of instructor. Introduction to the theoretical foundation and methods associated with meta-modeling and metaheuristic optimization, including categories of meta-modeling methods and applications in which each class of meta-modeling methods should and could be used, as well as metaheuristic optimization methods and the types of applications for which each is best suited.

AESHM 213X. Transitions: Pre-Professional Strategies and Career Explorations. (1-0) Cr. 1. F. Prereqs: Transfer Student or Change of Major in AMD, EVENT, or HSP M majors. Fast track pre-professional development strategies, career exploration, and multi-dimensional academic and extracurricular planning for students in transition including transfer and change of majors.

AESHM 365X. Event, Hospitality, and Retail Risk Management. (3-0) Cr. 3. Overview and management of hazards and risks in the planning, design, operation, and evaluation stages of events, hospitality organizations, and apparel/retail environments.

AESHM 499X. Research, Seminar, or Senior Project. Cr. 1-3. F.S.SS. Repeatable. Research, seminar, or senior project in apparel, events, and hospitality management.

AF AM 327X. Strategies of Resistance: From Slavery to Hip-Hop & Black Lives Matter. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: Sophomore classification. Analysis of strategies of resistance and protest against inequality within African American communities; emphasis on the historical, socio-political and economic contexts in which resistance emerges; includes examination of contemporary forms of protests.
Meets U.S. Diversity Requirement.

AF AM 343X. The Global African Diaspora. (Cross-listed with HIST 343X and SOC 343X). (3-0) Cr. 3. S.SS. Prereqs: AF AM 201 or SOC 134. Conceptual, spatial, and temporal dimensions of the global African diaspora. Social transformations, cultural and economic commonalities and differences between the classic and contemporary African diasporas.
Meets International Perspectives Requirement.

AFAS 251X. Team and Leadership Fundamentals. (1-0) Cr. 1. F. Measuring character through self-assessment and its importance for leadership and team building. The importance of listening and communication for mission accomplishment. Leadership, team building, and problem solving skills in the context of Air Force core values.

AFAS 252X. Team and Leadership Fundamentals II. (1-0) Cr. 1. S. Defining leadership through the lens of human relations, conflict and stress management, and ethical decision making. The importance of leveraging diversity and collaborative relationships with negotiating and resiliency techniques in the context of Air Force core values.

AGEDS 323X. Strategic Communication in Agriculture and the Environment. (Cross-listed with P R 323X).(3-0) Cr. 3. F. S.  Prereqs: ENGL 250; Junior classification. Effective communication of agricultural and environmental issues. Analysis of attitudes, advocacy, stakeholder engagement, and impacts on individual and societal choices. Application in the domains of public relations, mass media, and popular culture.

AGEDS 568X. Qualitative Interviews and Analysis. (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: Graduate status. Understanding the role of interviews in agricultural education research, basis for theory of meaning, and variations of interview technique among qualitative traditions. Development of facilitation technique for individual interviews; and focus groups. Transcription and basic qualitative analysis. Use of interview findings to prepare manuscripts.

AGRON 270X. Geospatial Technologies. (Cross-listed with ENSCI 270X). (2-2) Cr. 3. F. Concepts and tools for acquiring, managing, analyzing, and displaying geographic information, including GIS, remote sensing, spatial analysis, and cartography. Focus on applications in biological, ecological, environmental, and agricultural sciences.

AGRON 537X. Quantitative Analytics for Plant Breeding. (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: AGRON 181, Math 140, STAT 587. Methods to quantify consequences of decisions based on analytical methods used in crop genetic improvement and cultivar development.

AGRON 540X. Numerical Weather and Climate Prediction. (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: MATH 265 or equivalent and at least one course in atmospheric or fluid dynamics. Numerical solutions of the differential equations that describe weather and climate. Survey of numerical solution techniques with focus on advantages and limitations of different methods. Physical parameterizations for turbulence, clouds, and land surface processes. Forecast verification.

AGRON 581X. Experience in Plant Science Extension and Outreach. (Cross-listed with PL P 581X, ENT 581X, and HORT 581X). Cr. 1. Alt. SS, offered 2019. A supervised learning experience in several extension delivery methods used in the plant sciences. Participation in Iowa State University-based extension programs that may include field crop, horticulture, or Master Gardener programming.

AM IN 201X. Native People in American Culture. (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.SS. Perceptions and the realities of Native people living in and responding to American society and culture. Topics include representations, contemporary Native identity, literature, the arts, history, film, and issues of diversity.
Meets U. S. Diversity Requirement.

AM IN 318X. Women and Gender in Native Societies. (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereqs: Recommended: AM IN 210 OR AM IN 201X OR WGS 201 OR WGS 160.  Women and gender roles in historical and contemporary Native societies; issues of perception, discrimination, equality; Native feminism; representation in mainstream society.
Meets U. S. Diversity Requirement.

AM IN 324X. Health and Native American Communities. (Cross-listed with ANTHR 324X). (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: ENGL 250. Overview of historic and contemporary health and health care in Native Communities. Indian Health Service and specific regulations. Consideration of both cultural and scientific approaches to medicine. Specific health issues (e.g., diabetes, alcoholism, depression, etc.) in American Indian communities.
Meets U.S. Diversity Requirement.

AN S 228X. Laboratory Animal Science. (2-2) Cr. 3. F. Prereqs: AN S 101, ANS 114; recommended: ANS 214. Introduction to the species, uses, biology, facilities, care, and diseases of animals used in research.

AN S 427X. Beef Cow-Calf Systems Management. (2-2) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: AN S 226, AN S 270, AN S 320, AN S 331, AN S 352; and ECON 230 or equivalent. Decisions facing the administrator of a beef cow-calf enterprise. Financial and production goal identification, problem clarification, and resource allocation to manage the cow-calf enterprise. Computer-aided study. Only one of AN S 427X or AN S 426 may count toward the AN S 400 level enterprise management requirement.

AN S 482X. Advanced Swine Science. (1-0) Cr. 1. Prereq: AN S 225 or AN S 280. An in-depth application of basic concepts covered in Basic Swine Science, focused on the scientific principles to the economical and sustainable production of pork. Detailed analysis of benchmarking, production systems, reproduction, pig flow, ventilation and herd health are discussed. Students will become knowledgeable regarding the science, complexity, and technology applied in modern swine production businesses. Graduation Restrictions: Elective credit only for majors in animal science or dairy science.

AN S 517X. Gut Microbiome: Implications for Health and Diseases. (Cross-listed with FS HN 517X, MICRO 517X, and V MPM 517X). (3-0) Cr.3. F. Prereq: Basic Knowledge in microbiology. Explore current research on gut microbiome including modern tools used to study the gut microbiome. Examine the linkages between gut microbiome and health status, diseases, and manipulation of gut microbiome to improve health.

AN S 563X. Advanced Processed Meats Technology . (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: An S 270 or equivalent, or at least two undergraduate courses in biology, food science, microbiology or culinology. Physical, chemical and biological properties of meat important to processed meat product characteristics. Ingredients, technology and equipment used for fresh and cured meat products. Packaging, preservation and food safety issues critical to processed meat products are emphasized.

AN S 569X. Reproductive and Developmental Toxicology. (Cross-listed with TOX 569X). Cr. 2. F. Prereqs: BBMB 301, BIOL 258 or AN S 331. Chemical agents that target developmental and reproductive systems in animals and humans, both male and female. The influence that timeline of developmental in utero and what part of reproductive organ have on outcome of environmental exposures will be developed. The physiological changes due to exposure, and mechanistic pathways activated by xenobiotics will be defined and the consequences of these changes will be explored.

ANTHR 324X. Health and Native American Communities. (Cross-listed with AM IN 324X). (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: ENGL 250. Overview of historic and contemporary health and health care in Native Communities. Indian Health Service and specific regulations. Consideration of both cultural and scientific approaches to medicine. Specific health issues (e.g., diabetes, alcoholism, depression, etc.) in American Indian communities.
Meets U.S. Diversity Requirement.

ANTHR 352X. Migration and Refugees in the 21st Century. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. The historical, economic, social, political, and environmental factors that explain human mobility in the 21st century. The definition of a “migrant” with special emphasis on refugees (people who have been forcibly displaced across national borders). Ethnographic accounts of current refugee crises and of host state policy toward refugees.
Meets International Perspectives Requirement.

ARCH 330X. Advanced Design Representation. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: ARCH 230; Junior, Senior or graduate standing. Advanced investigations of various design media and their applications to design. Emphasis on careful consideration of media, mixed-media strategies and development of craft.

ARCH 573X. Contemporary Issues in Global Housing. (Cross-listed with C R P 573X). (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereqs: Senior or graduate standing. Investigation of broader social and economic processes around the globe from the housing perspective. Case study approach to shelter struggles and the various policy and design responses related to them, as a means of understanding a range of issues important to urban systems including poverty, development, urbanization, migration, social movements and citizenship.

ARTGR 383X . A Concise History of Graphics and Sports. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. This introduction to basic concepts of branding in design explores the processes of sports, graphics of sports, design criteria of sport objects, consumer trends, and social importance of sports will be discussed. This course takes a historical perspective of sport graphics and objects starting at the first known understanding of what could be considered “Sport,” from ancient times to the present. Interpretation of sport graphics and sport objects. Measuring the sports impact and associated graphics with emotions; sounds that date the sport or strengthen our memories of them, photographs of objects and people from different periods, images of industrial, sport, agrarian and city landscapes to remind us of the dominant role played by sport/graphics or that sport object in the country of its origin.

ARTGR 531X. Graphic Design Thesis Preparation. (1-0) Cr. 1. F. Prereq: Acceptance to Graphic Design Graduate Program. Exploration, formulation and structuring of graduate thesis topic, investigation of design research and creative scholarship.

ARTIS 431X. Character and Scene Design. (Dual-listed with ARTIS 531X). (0-6) Cr. 3. F. Prereqs: 531X: Graduate classification and instructor permission upon portfolio review, 431X: For ISA majors: DSNS 131, ARTIS 230, ARTIS 330; For Non-ISA majors: DSNS 131 and permission of instructor upon portfolio review. Drawing directed toward designing characters and environments to be used for telling stories in a variety of contexts. Emphasis on ideation, research, concept art and other process work over finished art.

ARTIS 462X. Community-Engaged Arts Management. (1.5-3) Cr. 3. F. Introduction to aspects of community arts management and art gallery operations. Class meets at ISU Design on Main Gallery, a community arts space in the Main Street Cultural District of Ames. Students will staff the gallery and assist in the conception, design and realization of exhibitions.

ARTIS 531X. Character and Scene Design. (Dual-listed with ARTIS 431X). (0-6) Cr. 3. F. Prereqs: 531X: Graduate classification and instructor permission upon portfolio review, 431X: For ISA majors: DSNS 131, ARTIS 230, ARTIS 330; For Non-ISA majors: DSNS 131 and permission of instructor upon portfolio review. Drawing directed toward designing characters and environments to be used for telling stories in a variety of contexts. Emphasis on ideation, research, concept art and other process work over finished art.

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B M E 450X. Biosensors. (Cross-listed with E E 450X). (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: B M E 220. Overview of biosensors and bioanalytical challenges; designing for performance including various analytical problems, ion-selective membranes, characteristics of enzymes and basics of bioaffinity sensing; fundamentals of bioselective layers including depositing films and membranes, surfaces for immobilization and bioselective agents; survey of different biosensing technologies including electroanalytical, biomembrane, optical, and acoustic-wave based sensors.

B M S 448X. Principles of Human Gross Anatomy. (2-6) Cr. 4. Repeatable. S. Prereq: BIOL 255 or equivalent AND an introductory biology course. BMS 448X will be a laboratory-centered course that focuses on prosected human cadavers to develop an in-depth understanding of human anatomical function.The course will follow a regional approach and stress relationships between neighboring anatomical structures.During laboratory sessions, students teams will study anatomy from multiple individuals to gain an appreciation for anatomical variation and effects on the body from aging, disease, etc.Additional laboratory activities include study in osteology, radiograph interpretation and case studies.

B M S 535X. Molecular and Cellular Basis of Disease. (1-0) Cr. 1. F. Prereqs: Graduate student status. Descriptions of molecular and cellular biology, especially as it pertains to veterinary medicine. Discussions of cellular components, cellular functions and anomalies thereof. Emphasis placed on divergences relevant to companion animals and livestock.

BBMB 212X. Experimental Research Skills in Biochemistry. (3-1) Cr. 2. S. Prereq: BBMB 102. Inquiry-based introduction to biochemical techniques such as protein purification, enzymatic assays, solution preparation, hypothesis formation and testing, data analysis, high-throughput methodology, research record keeping, technical writing and scientific communication.

BBMB 303X. General Biochemistry. (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: CHEM 331 or equivalent. Survey of biochemistry: structure and function of amino acids, proteins, carbohydrates, lipids and nucleic acids; enzyme activity; metabolism; DNA replication; RNA transcription; protein translation; with case studies examining industrial uses. Not acceptable for a credit towards a major in biochemistry, biophysics or agricultural biochemistry.

BBMB 512X. Principles of Glycobiology.  (2-0) Cr. 2. S. Prereq: 3 credits in Organic Chemistry. Structure, synthesis, and functions of glycans, glycoproteins, glycolipids, and glycosylated secondary metabolites in prokaryotic and eukaryotic organisms. Fundamental role of glycans in living organisms along with the most advanced techniques used for their characterization. Biotechnological applications of glycans and glycoconjugates for human needs.

BBMB 531X. Plant Biochemistry. (2-0) Cr. 2. S. Prereqs: BBMB 301 or equivalent. In-depth exploration of plant biochemistry with a focus on the unique aspects of plants versus heterotrophic organisms. Analysis of unique pathways, metabolic trafficking between unique organelles and tissues, and techniques for their characterization.

BBMB 549X. Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy. (Cross-listed with CHEM 549X). (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: any one of the following: CHEM 324, CHEM 325, BBMB 461, BBMB 561. Theoretical principles of NMR, practical aspects of experimental NMR, solution and solid state NMR, methodologies for molecule characterization, protein structure determination, NMR relaxation, and recent advances.

BBMB 551X. Computational Biochemistry. (2-0) Cr. 2. F. Prereq: BBMB 404 or equivalent. Biological and structural databases, molecular visualization, sequence comparisons, homology searches, sequence motifs, construction of phylogenetic trees, structure comparisons, protein structure predictions, RNA structure predictions, molecular docking, metabolic pathways .

BBMB 553X. Current Research in Chemical and Physical Biology. (2-0) Cr. 2. F.  Prereqs: BBMB 404 or equivalent. Principles and applications of chemical and physical methods to analyze biological structures and function ranging from cells to individual biomolecules. Synthetic and biosynthetic strategies, cell surface engineering, single molecule and super-resolution spectroscopy and imaging, membrane biophysics, and use of nuclear magnetic resonance.

BCB 546X. Computational Skills for Biological Data . (Cross-listed with EEOB 546X). (1-2) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: Graduate student status or permission of the instructor. Computational skills necessary for biologists working with big data sets. UNIX commands, scripting in R and Python, version control using Git and GitHub, and use of high performance computing clusters. Combination of lectures and computational exercises.

BCB 585X. Fundamentals of Predictive Plant Phenomics. (Cross-listed with M E 585X and GDCB 585X). (3-3) Cr. 4. F. Prereqs: Acceptance into the P3 program or instructor permission. Principles of engineering, data analysis, and plant sciences and their interplay applied to predictive plant phenomics. Transport phenomena, sensor design, image analysis, graph models, network data analysis, fundamentals of genomics and phenomics. Multidisciplinary laboratory exercises.

BIOL 357X. Biology of Plants. (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: BIOL 211 and BIOL 212; BIOL 211L and 212L recommended. Study of the general biology of plants, including plant cells and functions, basic anatomy of tissues, meristems, and organs; adaptive morphological features. Review of processes of photosynthesis, respiration, basic plant metabolic functions, and plant reproduction. Survey of evolutionary aspects of all major groups of land plants, and relationships of plants to their environment. Intended for Biology and other life science undergraduate majors.

BIOL 465X. Macroevolution. (Dual-listed with EEOB 565X). (3-0) Cr. 3. Alt. S., offered 2018. Prereqs: BIOL 315. The history and diversity of life on earth; evolutionary patterns and processes above the species level. Diversity from a phylogenetic perspective. Empirical exercises include: phylogeny estimation, ancestral states, estimating diversification rates, evaluating the tempo and mode of evolution, biogeographic patterns, and trait associations across the tree of life.

BIOL 483X. Environmental Biogeochemistry. (Dual-listed with ENSCI 583X; cross-listed with ENSCI 483X and GEOL 483X). (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereqs: Combined 12 credits in biology, chemistry, and physics. Biological, physical, and geochemical controls on elemental cycling in the Earth system. Dynamics of global change and anthropogenic perturbations to global biogeochemical cycles. Biotic and abiotic cycling of carbon, nitrogen, phosphorus, sulfur, metals, and water, and impacts of anthropogenic perturbations on these cycles across spatiotemporal scales. Application of box models and principles of mass balance, kinetics, thermodynamics, and stable isotopes to analyze and predict system behavior.

BPM I 491X. Portfolio Design and Professional Development. (3-0) Cr. 2. S. Prereqs: BPM I 337, junior or senior classification in the BPM I curriculum. Portfolio and professional preparation including identity package development, writing and speaking. Career-readiness, professional practice, leadership, networking, exploring research subfields within scientific visualization. Creating print and digital visual materials, learning approaches for entering the field, and developing business practice skills. Final portfolio materials presented at the end of the term.

BRT 513X. Biorenewables Supply Chain Management. (Cross-listed with SCM 513X). (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: Graduate standing or qualified undergraduates with instructor permission. Evaluation of supply chain logistics related the field of biorenewables. The unique challenges associated with biorenewables supply chain are emphasized and examined: cost analysis, market demand & prices, life cycle analysis, environmental impacts, as well as, the technological, social, and political factors related to society.

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C E 566X. Geomechanical Modeling Using Discrete Element Methods. (2-2) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: MATH 207, E M 324, C E 360. General DEM formulations, modeling methodology, simulations of coarse-grained granular materials (sands), simulations of rock or other brittle materials, and more specific problems such as wave propagation, heat transfer, and particle-fluid interaction.

C E 594TX. Spl Topics Construction Engr and Mgt: Principles and Practices Teaching Civil and Construction Engr. Cr. 1-3. Repeatable. Prereq: Permission of instructor.  Instruct graduate students as teaching assistants and future civil and construction engineering instructors in principles and practices of teaching in civil and construction engineering.

C E 594WX. Spl Topics Construction Engr and Mgt: Construction Stormwater Management and Green Infrastructure. (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: Permission of instructor. Process of erosion, sediment transport, and sedimentation including strategies adopted to prevent and manage erosion on construction sites. Applications using green infrastructure and low impact development to manage post-construction stormwater impacts including runoff quantity and quality.

C I 275X. International Travel Study - Pre-departure Orientation. (1-0) Cr. 1. S. Prereq: Instructor permission required: Participants required to be accepted to international travel study program. Orientation to the international travel study, offered during the semester preceding the trip.

C I 370X. Toying with Technology. (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereqs: C I 201 or C I 202 . Integration of learning technologies into PK-12 STEM contexts with a focus on engineering design and computational thinking. Examine current trends and explore how technology can be used to design creative and innovative hands-on experiences that promote critical thinking and problem-solving skills across STEM -related educational contexts.

C I 422X. Teaching and Learning in Iowa History. (Dual-listed with C I 522X). Cr. 3. SS. Multicultural and social justice focus on Iowa history; different theme each summer. Effective pedagogical and assessment strategies for integrating these themes into K-12 curriculum.
Meets U.S. Diversity Requirement.

C I 441X. Teaching and Learning with Insects. Cr. Variable. F. Prereqs: Junior standing. Concurrently enrolled in Block I practicum in Fall and Block II practicum in Spring (Elementary Education). Introduction to the biology and natural and social ecology of insects with a focus on the use of insect inquiry in the K-8 classroom, and to culturally- and linguistically-responsive and ambitious science teaching, as well as community-based participatory or “citizen science” research. In- and out-of-school teaching and educational activities related to insects. Intended for Elementary Education Majors and other students with an interest in engaging learners’ curiosity about the world through insect biology and the relationship between insects, humans, and public health.

C I 459X. Critical Approaches to Teaching Children & Adolescent Literacy. (Dual-listed with C I 559X). (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.SS. Prereq: C I 559X: Graduate Standing. Research and discussion of issues surrounding the classroom use of literature for children and young adults including censorship, diversity, selection, critical literacy, and the influences of technology.

C I 468TX. Pre-Student Teaching Experience II: Elementary. Cr. 2. Repeatable. F.S. Prereq: Admission to teacher education program, successful completion of a Level 2 or Level 3 field experience required. Application of current methods and instructional experiences with children in a supervised elementary classroom outside of Iowa while engaged in other elementary methods courses. Clinical Experience Level 3. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

C I 475X. International Travel Study in Education. (Dual-listed with C I 575X). Cr. 1-6. SS. Repeatable. Prereqs: C I 275X. Program leader should have accepted participating students to the international travel study. Students enrolled in CI 575X (graduate level) must have completed 6 graduate credits to be eligible for the course. Seminar-based course for undergraduate and graduate students to develop a better understanding around global issues related to teaching, learning, curriculum, and educational policy through international travel study. 1 to 6 week duration involving study in a country other than the US.

C I 480TX. Pre-Student Teaching Experience III: Secondary Education. Cr. 2. Repeatable. F.S. Prereq:  Admission to Teacher Education Program, successful completion of a Level 2 or Level 3 field experience. Supervised participation in a 5-12 school setting outside of Iowa. Permission of content program coordinator required prior to enrollment. Clinical Experience Level 3. Offered on a satisfactory-fail grading basis only.

C I 502X. Teaching Mathematics to English Language Learners. (3-0) Cr. 3. Repeatable. Prereqs: C I 448 or C I 497/C I 597 for degree students. Classroom teaching experience for non-degree students and in-service teachers. Understanding the needs of various English language learners, learn to use ELLs’ language and culture as a resource in mathematics classrooms, and implement research-based instructional strategies that are effective to teach mathematics for ELLs. For pre–service/in–service teachers and others who will work or currently works with English language learners (ELLs).

C I 510X. Foundations of Game-based Learning. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. (Cross-listed with HCI 510X). Prereq: 12 graduate credits. Theories, principles and best practices of utilizing games in educational environments. Topics include the theoretical foundations of learning games and game play, identity development in online environments, and assessment of learning in and out of games.

C I 521X. Introduction to the Teaching and Learning of Mathematics and Science. Cr. 3. SS. Prereq:  Admission into graduate program secondary mathematics or science education . Provides future secondary teachers with opportunities to explore learning theories and approaches for teaching mathematics and science, especially those related to constructivism and social constructivism. Opportunities to understand how students learn mathematics and science and how to assess secondary students’ understanding in these content areas. Includes 12-hours (2 full days) of classroom observation in a nearby middle or high school and may include other practical experiences in teaching math and science.

C I 559X. Critical Approaches to Teaching Children & Adolescent Literacy. (Dual-listed with C I 459X). (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S.SS. Prereq: C I 559X: Graduate Standing. Research and discussion of issues surrounding the classroom use of literature for children and young adults including censorship, diversity, selection, critical literacy, and the influences of technology.

C I 575X. International Travel Study in Education. (Dual-listed with C I 575X). Cr. 1-6. SS. Repeatable. Prereqs: C I 275X. Program leader should have accepted participating students to the international travel study. Students enrolled in CI 575X (graduate level) must have completed 6 graduate credits to be eligible for the course. Seminar-based course for undergraduate and graduate students to develop a better understanding around global issues related to teaching, learning, curriculum, and educational policy through international travel study. 1 to 6 week duration involving study in a country other than the US.

C I 608X. Social Media and Education. (Cross-listed with HCI 608X). (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: 12 graduate credits. Increase understanding of how social media is changing traditional concepts of identity, literacy, citizenship and more. Develop an online social presence through active social media participation.

C R P 251X. Fundamentals of Geographic Information Systems. (2-2) Cr. 3 F. Fundamentals of the concepts, models, functions and operations of Geographic Information Systems (GIS). Principals of spatial problems, spatial questions and hypotheses and their solutions based on spatial data, GIS tools and techniques. Integration of concepts and applications through lectures and facilitated labs. Applications from a variety of areas including design; physical, social, and human science; engineering; agriculture; business and medicine, landscape architecture, architecture, urban planing, geology, forestry, biology, and ecology.

C R P 325X. US Housing Policy. (3-0). Cr. 3. S.  Housing problems, government housing policy, and housing as a field of urban planning practice. Course introduces students to empirical analysis of housing-related issues and applications to policy. Particular focus on the social and spatial segmentation of housing in the U.S. and the role of policy in housing production and regulation.

C R P 351X. Intermediate Geographic Information Systems. (2-2) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: C R P 251X. Intermediate GIS for design and non-design students to learn concepts of digital management and representation of spatial data, including spatial problems, data sources and structures, simple spatial operations and cartographic issues. Gain skill set to effectively display feature and tabular data,query features using logical expressions, edit spatial and attribute data, associate tables with joins and relates, produce maps, reports, and graphs.

C R P 421X. Financing Historic Preservation Projects and Revitalizing Communities. (3-0). Cr. 3. F. Investigation of the financial tools and incentives used to promote the rehabilitation and redevelopment of historic buildings and neighborhoods in cities and towns. Study of broader economic and social impacts on communities. Examinations of completed preservation projects around the United States.

C R P 437X. Public Participation in Planning. (3-0). Cr. 3. S. Rationale and need for public participation in community planning and development. Techniques used to garner participation, and the ability to integrate techniques into a broader participatory process. Techniques covered will include public hearings, public meetings, social action construct, advisory committees, scenario building, social media and asset mapping. Students will also work with a community to demonstrate skills learned.

C R P 453X. Smart Cities. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Introduction to concepts of smart cities. Study of novel technologies for smart governance, sustainable energy, innovative ways for citizens' engagement, improved safety, mobility and healthy living. Examples of national and international smart cities. Living Lab experience.

C R P 457X. GeoGames for Civic Engagement. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Explore design and implementation of participatory geospatial games; define GeoGames; work on common goals in interdisciplinary teams; distinguish among different types of GeoGames; designing GeoGames for civic engagement, community visioning, and community planning.

C R P 471X. Real Estate Development. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Introduction to real estate issues related to planning, design, and development. Cases exploring the property development process, including residential, office, retail, hotel, and mixed-use. Examines how location decisions are made and property values are created. Focuses on urban, suburban, and rural redevelopment opportunities.

C R P 511X. Documenting the Historic Built Environment. (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: Knowledge of GIS helpful but not required. Principals and methods for researching, identifying, recording, and analyzing buildings, districts, and sites that are historically or architecturally significant. Classroom and fieldwork components will use real-world historic places as case studies.

C R P 521X. Historic Preservation Planning: Theory and Practice. (3-0). Cr. 3. S. Introduction to the history, theory, and practice of historic preservation and cultural resource management. Cases exploring preservation in US and global contexts; politics of preservation; preservation technologies; and relationship of preservation to other community issues.

C R P 573X. Contemporary Issues in Global Housing. (Cross-listed with ARCH 573X). (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereqs: Senior or graduate standing. Investigation of broader social and economic processes around the globe from the housing perspective. Case study approach to shelter struggles and the various policy and design responses related to them, as a means of understanding a range of issues important to urban systems including poverty, development, urbanization, migration, social movements and citizenship.

CH E 410X. Electrochemical Engineering. (Dual-listed with CH E 510X). (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq:  CH E 357, CH E 381, CH E 382. Electrochemical engineering principles in thermodynamics, electrode kinetics, charge and mass transport; modeling and simulation; electrocatalysis; electrochemical reactions; applications of electrochemical engineering in fuel cells, batteries and electrolyzers.

CH E 412X. Core Concepts in Chemical Engineering. (3-0). Cr. 3. S. SS. Prereqs: CHEM 178, MATH 267, PHYS 222. Survey of the engineering science fundamentals in chemical engineering. Topics include material balances, energy balances, thermodynamics, transport phenomena, and reaction engineering.

CH E 510X. Electrochemical Engineering. (Dual-listed with CH E 410X). (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq:  CH E 357, CH E 381, CH E 382.  Electrochemical engineering principles in thermodynamics, electrode kinetics, charge and mass transport; modeling and simulation; electrocatalysis; electrochemical reactions; applications of electrochemical engineering in fuel cells, batteries and electrolyzers.

CHEM 326X. Chemical Kinetics. (1-0). Cr. 1. S. Prereqs: CHEM 167, 177, 178, or 201; MATH 166; CHEM 324 and 325 are recommended. Kinetic theory, rate laws, temperature dependence of rate constants, transition-state theory, reaction mechanisms, kinetic isotope effects, catalysts, Michaelis-Menten kinetics, and Marcus theory.

CHEM 549X. Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy. (Cross-listed with BBMB 549X). (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: any one of the following: CHEM 324, CHEM 325, BBMB 461, BBMB 561. Theoretical principles of NMR, practical aspects of experimental NMR, solution and solid state NMR, methodologies for molecule characterization, protein structure determination, NMR relaxation, and recent advances.

CHEM 575X. Diffraction and Crystal Structure. (3-0) Cr. 3. Alt. S., offered 2019. Prereq: CHEM 324. Fundamentals of structure determination for single crystals emphasizing symmetry, diffraction geometry and instrumentation, sample preparation and handling, data collection strategies, methods of structure solution and refinement, presentation of results, and crystallographic databases.

CHIN 378X. Chinese Film and Society. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: ENGL 150 or equivalent. Survey of Chinese cinematic history from 1896 to the present against the background of China’s constant sociocultural transformation; emphasis on narrative themes, film history, and film criticism. Topics vary according to faculty interest. Taught in English.
Meets International Perspectives Requirement.

CJ ST 404X. Criminal Justice Policies. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: CJ ST 240.  Development, implementation and evaluation of criminal justice policies affecting major areas of the criminal justice system. History, development and operation of the criminal justice system, including policing, courts/sentencing, corrections, crime prevention, and offender rehabilitation.

CJ ST 405X. Drugs and Crime. (3-0). Cr. 3. Prereq: CJ ST 240. Analysis of the drug problem, including issues arising from the use and abuse of legal and illegal drugs and their relation to crime and the criminal justice system. Examination of issues related to effective prevention and treatment, crime, and the debates over the most effective policies for the control or prevention of drug abuse.

CJ ST 470X. Ethical Issues in Criminal Justice. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Ethical issues and considerations in policing, the practice of law, sentencing, corrections, criminal justice research, and crime control policy. Decision-making by criminal justice professionals in an environment of competing interest. Policy and legal issues confronting the American criminal justice system from an ethical perspective. Emphasis on moral and ethical issues in the criminal justice process.

CL ST 369X. Ancient Egypt. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Archaeology and culture of Ancient Egypt from prehistory to Late Antiquity. Exploration of literature, religion, social history, government, and architecture. Discussion of major archaeological sites and methods; examination of interaction with other ancient near eastern and Mediterranean civilizations.
Meets International Perspectives Requirement.

COM S 295X. Programming-based Problem Solving Practices. (1-0) Cr. 1. Repeatable. F.S. Prereq: COM S 207 or COM S 227. Basics of problem solving using programming techniques. Development and implementation of simple to advanced data structures and algorithms, evaluation of problem difficulty, design and implementation of solutions, debugging, and working under time pressure. Satisfactory-fail only.

COM S 407X. Applied Formal Methods. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. (Dual-listed with COM S 507X; Cross-listed with AER E 406X, AER E 507X). Prereq: MATH 166 and instructor permission. Introduction to the fundamentals of formal methods, a set of mathematically rigorous techniques for the formal specification, validation, and verification of safety-critical systems. Tools, techniques, and applications of formal methods with an emphasis on real-world use-cases such as enabling autonomous operation. Students will build experience in writing mathematically analyzable specifications from English operational concepts for real systems, such as aircraft and spacecraft. Review capabilities and limitations of formal methods in the design, verification, and system health management of today's complex systems.

COM S 413X. Foundations and Applications of Program Analysis.  (Dual-listed with COM S 513X). (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: COM S 331, COM S 342. Algorithms and tools for automatically reasoning about code and program executions to predict software behavior. Theory and foundations related to control flow analysis, dataflow analysis, abstract interpretation and symbolic execution. Applications of program analysis to improve software security, performance and testing. Concepts, algorithms, tools, benchmarks, methodologies for solving problems using program analysis and for preparing research in program analysis.

COM S 476X. Motion Strategy Algorithms and Applications. (Dual-listed with COM S 576X). (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereqs:  ENGL 250, SP CM 212, COM S 311. Recent techniques for developing algorithms that automatically generate continuous motions while satisfying geometric constraints. Applications in areas such as robotics and graphical animation. Basic path planning. Kinematics, configuration space, and topological issues. Collision detection. Randomized planning. Nonholonomic systems. Optimal decisions and motion strategies. Coordination of Multiple Bodies. Representing and overcoming uncertainties. Visibility-based motion strategies. Implementation of software that computes motion strategies. Written reports.

COM S 407X. Applied Formal Methods. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. (Dual-listed with COM S 507X; Cross-listed with AER E 406X, AER E 507X). Prereq: MATH 166 and instructor permission. Introduction to the fundamentals of formal methods, a set of mathematically rigorous techniques for the formal specification, validation, and verification of safety-critical systems. Tools, techniques, and applications of formal methods with an emphasis on real-world use-cases such as enabling autonomous operation. Students will build experience in writing mathematically analyzable specifications from English operational concepts for real systems, such as aircraft and spacecraft. Review capabilities and limitations of formal methods in the design, verification, and system health management of today's complex systems

COM S 513X. Foundations and Applications of Program Analysis.  (Dual-listed with COM S 413X; cross-listed with CPR E 513X). (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: COM S 331, COM S 342. Algorithms and tools for automatically reasoning about code and program executions to predict software behavior. Theory and foundations related to control flow analysis, dataflow analysis, abstract interpretation and symbolic execution. Applications of program analysis to improve software security, performance and testing. Concepts, algorithms, tools, benchmarks, methodologies for solving problems using program analysis and for preparing research in program analysis.

COM S 527X. Concurrent Systems. (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: COM S 352.  Fundamentals and advances in concurrent systems in the context of multicore and manycore systems and high-performance computing with specific focus on parallel programming languages, code analysis and performance engineering. Discussion of parallel architectures, engineering parallel software, parallel design patterns and concurrency patterns, testing and debugging, machine learning for parallel programs, and high-performance deep learning.

COM S 560X. Data-Driven Security and Privacy. (Cross-listed with CPR E 560X and INFAS 560X). (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: CPR E 531; COM S 474 or Com S 573. Examination of applications of machine learning and big data techniques to various security and privacy problems, as well as secure and privacy-preserving machine learning algorithms.

COM S 576X. Motion Strategy Algorithms and Applications. (Dual-listed with COM S 476X). (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereqs:  ENGL 250, SP CM 212, COM S 311. Recent techniques for developing algorithms that automatically generate continuous motions while satisfying geometric constraints. Applications in areas such as robotics and graphical animation. Basic path planning. Kinematics, configuration space, and topological issues. Collision detection. Randomized planning. Nonholonomic systems. Optimal decisions and motion strategies. Coordination of Multiple Bodies. Representing and overcoming uncertainties. Visibility-based motion strategies. Implementation of software that computes motion strategies. Written reports.

COM S 578X. Optimization for Machine Learning. (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: COM S 472, COM S 474, or instructor permission . Advances in optimization theory and algorithms with evolving applications for machine learning. Theoretical and mathematical foundations at the intersection of optimization and machine learning to conduct advanced research in machine learning and related fields. Emphasis on proof strategies and techniques for optimization algorithm design and analysis in machine learning theory.

COM S 665A. Advanced Topics in Software Engineering: Foundations.  (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S. Repeatable. Prereq: COM S 511. Advanced topics on theoretical and technical foundations in Software Engineering. Content varies by semester..

COM S 665B. Advanced Topics in Software Engineering: Empirical. (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S. Repeatable. Prereq: COM S 511.  Advanced topics on empirical studies on human factors and other software engineering topics. Content varies by semester.

COM S 688A. Advanced Topics in Computer Networks: Foundations. (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: COM S 586 or CPR E 530. Theoretical aspects of computer networks. Topics include cross-layer congestion control, routing, and scheduling optimization for wireless networks, distributed network optimization algorithms, and networking for big data.

COM S 688B. Advanced Topics in Computer Networks: Systems. (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: COM S 586 or CPR E 530. Advanced topics in internet design and analysis. Topics can include Internet architecture, inter-domain routing, Internet topology, passive and active Internet measurements, and Internet data analysis.

COM S 688C. Advanced Topics in Computer Networks: Security/Privacy. (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: COM S 586 or CPR E 530. Advanced topics in network security and privacy. Topics can include security and privacy issues in cloud data center networks, wireless networks, vehicular networks, sustainable sensor networks, and the Internet of Things (IoT) systems, dark web, The Onion Router (TOR), cybersecurity, criminal hackers, and virtual currency.

CPR E 184X. Computer Engineering Learning Community. Cr.1. F. Prereqs: Member of Cpr E Learning Community. Integration of first-year students into the Computer Engineering program. Assignments and activities involving teamwork, academic preparation, study skills, and preparation for entry into the Computer Engineering profession. Completed both individually and in learning teams under the direction of faculty and peer mentors.

CPR E 234X. Legal, Professional, and Ethical Issues in Cyber Systems. (1-2). Cr. 3. S. Prereq: COM S 227, or E E 285, or MIS 207. Emphasizes legal, ethical, and professional issues in cyber systems. Other topics include privacy, government regulation, and compliance as applied to professional practice. Guest lecturer from government and industry, as well as discussions including current legal and ethical issues found in the main stream.

CPR E 301X. ECSEL Leadership Studio. (Cross-listed with E E 301X). (1-0) Cr. 1. Repeatable. F.S. Introductory leadership course provides emerging student leaders with an understanding of effective leadership practices, social change strategies, and information on engagement opportunities on campus and in the community. Students will be expected to connect course content to their lives, critically analyze their experiences, and to become civically engaged in society.

CPR E 331X. Application of Cryptographic Concepts to Cyber Security. (2-2) Cr. 3. Prereq: CPR E 231. Basic cryptographic underpinnings used in modern cyber security encryption suites. Encryption benefits to cyber security and its use in protocols. Topics include cryptographically secure hash functions and pseudorandom numbers, key distribution techniques, secure authentication including single sign on. Detection and prevention of security threats such as covert communication, malicious code, and other security threats in protocols are included. In addition to laboratory experiments and exercises, students complete a project focused on cyber security problem and solution.

CPR E 414X. Introduction to Software Systems for Big Data Analytics. (3-2) Cr. 4. F. Prereqs: COM S 363; or CPR E 315 or CPR E 308; or COM S 311 or COM S 352. Introduction to different perspectives of the “data universe” and trade-offs when choosing an appropriate perspective. Impact of the concept(s) of analytics – from raw data, through its storage/representation, to interacting and querying (linguistic/interface issues). Focused studies on 3-4 different domains, followed by generalization of the concepts/abstractions and preparing the students for the next course in this realm, targeting different domains/problems. Understanding the dependencies between problem-domain needs and the data properties, and their impact on choosing appropriate analytics tools (and how/why those tools were developed and exist in the manners that they do). In addition, the students will be exposed to (limited selection of) internals of such tools.

CPR E 513X. Foundations and Applications of Program Analysis.  (Cross-listed with COM S 513X). (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: COM S 331, COM S 342. Algorithms and tools for automatically reasoning about code and program executions to predict software behavior. Theory and foundations related to control flow analysis, dataflow analysis, abstract interpretation and symbolic execution. Applications of program analysis to improve software security, performance and testing. Concepts, algorithms, tools, benchmarks, methodologies for solving problems using program analysis and for preparing research in program analysis.

CPR E 503X. Power Management Integrated Circuits. (Cross-listed with E E 503X). (3-0). Cr. 3. Alt. F., offered 2018. Pre-reqs:  E E 435, or Credit or Registration for E E 501. Introducing in-depth chip-level power management integrated circuit (PMIC) designs, including switching power converters, linear regulators, charge pumps and other types of PMICs. Steady-state and dynamic response analysis and optimization of linear regulators and switching power converters with different control methodologies, such as voltage-/current-/band-band control. Chip-level circuit design considerations, optimizations and cadence simulations for PMICs, including system and block-level circuits, such as voltage reference, current source and current mirror, current sensor, ramp generator, non-overlapping power stage, and other circuits.

CPR E 548X. Cyber-Physical Systems Networking. (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereqs: CPR E 489, CPR E 530/CPR E 430, COM S 486, or equivalent. Cyber-physical systems applications in smart agriculture, transportation, power grid, manufacturing, public safety, health systems, etc.; field area and control networks; industrial Ethernet; time-triggered communication; real-time wireless networks; wireless industrial networks; safety and security of industrial networks; systems platforms for cyber-physical systems networks; team-based learning/projects.

CPR E 560X. Data-Driven Security and Privacy. (Cross-listed with COM S 560X and INFAS 560X). (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: CPR E 531; COM S 474 or Com S 573. Examination of applications of machine learning and big data techniques to various security and privacy problems, as well as secure and privacy-preserving machine learning algorithms.

CPR E 598X. Electrical and Computer Engineering Learning Community Seminar. (Cross-listed with E E 598X). Cr. R. F.S. Prereq: Electrical and Computer Engineering Graduate Student. Introduction to graduate study in Electrical and Computer Engineering at Iowa State University. Building networks, introduction to core requirements, and tools and techniques for success. Graduation Restrictions: ECpE. Satisfactory-fail only.

CPR E 631X. Cyber Security Operations Practicum. (Cross-listed with INFAS 631X). (1-6) Cr. 3. F. Repeatable. Prereqs: CPR E 532, CPR E 534, and permission of instructor. Practical experience in cyber operations. Cyber security threat analysis, malware analysis, and intrusion detection management. Cyber security data analysis methods. Pen testing tools and techniques. Weekly threat analysis briefings. Satisfactory-fail only.

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DANCE 250X. Yoga Movement. (0-2) Cr. 1. F.S. Repeatable. Mixed-level Hatha Yoga class that emphasizes Iyengar style yoga. Yoga Movement is designed for developing awareness and personal practice with yoga poses and relaxation techniques. Attention will be paid to postural alignment to safely develop strength, endurance, flexibility, balance, and reduce stress. The practice develops awareness and consciousness in the physical body to help unite body and mind. Class will include introduction to other somatic practices, asanas (poses), breathing practices, meditation, yoga philosophy and deep relaxation.

DES 241X. Interdisciplinary Foundation Studio I. (0-8) Cr. 4. F. Prereqs: Completion of College of Design Core Program or permission of instructor. Integration of contemporary strategies, methods, and approaches to design. Move through cycles of ideation, iteration, communication and revision, including the use of non-traditional materials and processes. Emphasis on the specific issues of interdisciplinary design practices and an ethical understanding of the materials of drawing.

DES 242X. Interdisciplinary Foundation Studio II. (0-8). Cr. 4. S. Prereq: Completion of Core Program. Development and practice of mental flexibility in creative processes leading to high-quality design solutions and develop fluency in "bias toward action." Move conceptual works quickly into visible and tangible forms that can be shared, tested, and evaluated based of quality. Multiple studio projects that will move at a fast pace and be iterative.

DES 333X.Time-Based Digital Media. (3-0). Cr. 3. S. (Cross-listed with DSN S 333X). Prereqs: DSN S 232 or equivalent. Introduction to various  time-based digital media tools to develop basic skills including sequencing, storytelling, animation, sound editing, and video production.

DIET 512X. Nutritional Epidemiology. (3-0) Cr. 3. Alt. S., offered 2019.  Important issues related to designing, conducting, and interpreting research on the role of diet or physical activity in the development of disease (& health) in human populations.

DIET 555X. Public Health Nutrition. (3-0). Cr. 3. F.S. Prereqs: Admission into graduate-level program or instructor permission.  Examines U.S. public health and nutrition concerns in diverse U.S. populations, examines nutritional status in communities, looks at health communication, and considers nutrition policies and community-based nutrition interventions. Students explore roles of dietitians, nutritionists, and others in developing and delivering nutrition policies and interventions in U.S. communities.

DS 110X. Orientation to Data Science. Cr. R. S. Introduction to the procedures and policies of Iowa State University and the Data Science program, test-outs, honorary societies, etc. Issues relevant to student adjustment to college life will also be discussed. Offered on a satisfactory-fail basis only.

DS 303X. Concepts and Applications of Machine Learning. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: DS 201. Machine learning concepts such as training and test sets; feature extraction; principles of machine learning techniques; regression; pattern recognition methods; unsupervised learning techniques; assessment and diagnostics: overfitting, error rates, residual analysis, model assumptions checking, feature selection; ethical issues in data science; communicating findings to stakeholders in written, oral, visual and electronic form.

DSN S 145X. Diversity in Art. (0-1) Cr. 1. Repeatable. S. Discussion on issues of diversity and inclusion utilizing the Art on Campus and University’s Permanent Collection. Topics include ethnic heritage, family background, religious traditions, and interpersonal relationships, with a significant focus on instilling visual analysis skills.
Meets U.S. Diversity Requirement.

DSN S 333X.Time-Based Digital Media. (3-0). Cr. 3. S. (Cross-listed with DES 333X). Prereqs: DSN S 232 or equivalent. Introduction to various  time-based digital media tools to develop basic skills including sequencing, storytelling, animation, sound editing, and video production.

DSN S 591X. Preservation and Cultural Heritage Field School. Cr. 1. SS. Methods and techniques of preservation in an interdisciplinary field school held in a historically/culturally significant location. Emphasis on real-world investigation and application of preservation theories. Course is co-taught by preservation specialists from the industry and academia. Satisfactory-fail only.

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E E 301X. ECSEL Leadership Studio. (Cross-listed with CPR E 301X). (1-0) Cr. 1. Repeatable. F.S. Introductory leadership course provides emerging student leaders with an understanding of effective leadership practices, social change strategies, and information on engagement opportunities on campus and in the community. Students will be expected to connect course content to their lives, critically analyze their experiences, and to become civically engaged in society.

E E 425X. Machine learning: A Signal Processing Perspective. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: E E 322/STAT 322 (preferred) or STAT 330; and MATH 207 or MATH 407/507 (preferred). Basic machine learning tools and techniques. Predictive modeling, regression (least squares estimation), classification (multiple hypothesis testing), Bayesian supervised learning and time series analysis (MMSE estimation, MAP estimation, Kalman filtering and more), unsupervised learning (clustering, PCA, robust PCA). Introduce neural network and deep learning methods and the publicly available software packages for these.

E E 436X. Physics of Transistors. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: E E 332. Use of energy band diagrams to describe the behavior of junction devices, electron and hole currents in transistors, junction capacitance, parasitic and second-order effects, development of circuit models from the underlying physical behavior, heterojunction devices, high-speed and high-power applications, measurement techniques.

E E 450X. Biosensors. (Cross-listed with B M E 450X). (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: B M E 220. Overview of biosensors and bioanalytical challenges; designing for performance including various analytical problems, ion-selective membranes, characteristics of enzymes and basics of bioaffinity sensing; fundamentals of bioselective layers including depositing films and membranes, surfaces for immobilization and bioselective agents; survey of different biosensing technologies including electroanalytical, biomembrane, optical, and acoustic-wave based sensors.

E E 437X. Electronic Properties of Materials. (Dual-listed with E E 537X and M S E 537X; Cross-listed with MAT E 437X). (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs:  E E 332 or MAT E 317 or PHYS 322 . Review of classical and quantum mechanical descriptions of electrons in solids, band theory, metallic conduction, lattice vibrations, semiconductors, semiconductor devices, dielectrics, polarization, dielectric relaxation, crystal anisotropy, ferroelectricity, piezoelectricity, superconductivity, magnetism, device applications.

E E 503X. Power Management Integrated Circuits. (Cross-listed with CPR E 503X). (3-0). Cr. 3. Alt. F., offered 2018. Pre-reqs:  E E 435, or Credit or Registration for E E 501. Introducing in-depth chip-level power management integrated circuit (PMIC) designs, including switching power converters, linear regulators, charge pumps and other types of PMICs. Steady-state and dynamic response analysis and optimization of linear regulators and switching power converters with different control methodologies, such as voltage-/current-/band-band control. Chip-level circuit design considerations, optimizations and cadence simulations for PMICs, including system and block-level circuits, such as voltage reference, current source and current mirror, current sensor, ramp generator, non-overlapping power stage, and other circuits.

E E 526X. Deep Learning: Theory and Practice. (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereqs: MATH 207, E E 322. Review of basic theoretic tools such as linear algebra and probability. Machine learning basics will then be introduced to motivate deep learning networks. Different deep learning network architectures will be studied in detail, including their training and implementations. Applications and research problems will also be surveyed at the end of the class.

E E 531X. Micro and Nano Systems and Devices. (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: E E 332, E E 432 or E E 532 . Fundamentals of modeling and design of micro-nanosystems and devices based on various operational mechanisms. Significant hands-on experience using commercial software COMSOL to design and model micro-nanosystems and devices for biomedical and biomedicine applications among others. Experimental hands-on experience to operate the fabricated micro-nanosystems and devices in the instructor's research lab.

E E 537X. Electronic Properties of Materials. (Dual-listed with E E 437X and MAT E 437X; Cross-listed with M S E 537X). (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs:  E E 332 or MAT E 317 or PHYS 322 . Review of classical and quantum mechanical descriptions of electrons in solids, band theory, metallic conduction, lattice vibrations, semiconductors, semiconductor devices, dielectrics, polarization, dielectric relaxation, crystal anisotropy, ferroelectricity, piezoelectricity, superconductivity, magnetism, device applications.

E E 598X. Electrical and Computer Engineering Learning Community Seminar. (Cross-listed with CPR E 598X). Cr. R. F. Prereq: Electrical and Computer Engineering Graduate Student. Introduction to graduate study in Electrical and Computer Engineering at Iowa State University. Building networks, introduction to core requirements, and tools and techniques for success. Graduation Restrictions: ECpE. Satisfactory-fail only.

E M 572X. Mechanics of interface and surface-induced phenomena. (3-0) Cr. 3. Repeatable. Pre-reqs: E M 566 or consent of instructor. Phase and twin interfaces, grain boundaries. Thermodynamics of sharp interfaces. Finite-width interfaces: phase field approach. Gibbs dividing surface. Interface stresses, energy, width, and mobility. Surface-induced melting and solid-solid transformations. Intermediate phases within solid-solid interface. Virtual melting much below melting temperature as mechanism of solid-solid transformations and plasticity.

E M 584X. High Pressure Mechanics and Phase Transformations. (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereqs: E M 566 or premission of instructor. Techniques for producing static high pressure and measurements. Traditional and rotational diamond anvil cell. Phase diagrams. Pressure, stress, and plastic strain induced phase transformations: continuum thermodynamics and kinetics. Elasticity and plastic flow under high pressure. Transformation pressure hysteresis. Material synthesis and search for new phases. Interaction between phase transformations and plasticity under high pressure. High pressure mechanochemistry. Multiscale modeling.

ECON 435X. Analysis of Food Markets. (Cross-listed with FS HN 435X). (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: STAT 226, ECON 235, ECON 301. Food market analysis from an economics perspective; food markets and consumption; methods of economic analysis; food industry structure and organization; food and agriculture regulations; labeling; consumer concerns; agricultural commodity promotion. Final project required.

ECON 494X. Entrepreneurship in Agriculture Startup. Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: ECON 334, Permission of Instructor. D evelopment of viable business start-ups based on students’ demonstrated intention in starting businesses. Development of business plans for start-ups with an emphasis on agriculture.

ECON 511X. Research Seminar in Experimental Economics. (0-3) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: ECON 510. Design, conduct, interpret, and report on economic experiments. Preparation of a potentially publishable experimental research paper. Topics vary according to student interest.

ECON 621X. Advanced Labor Demand and Labor Markets. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: ECON 601 or ECON 520. Analysis of labor demand, job search and matching, unemployment, market determination of wages, compensating differentials, employment contracts and incentives, wage inequality and discrimination, effects of minimum wage legislation, occupation choice, labor unions .

ECON 694A. Research Workshop: Research methods in economics, proposal development. (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereqs: Econ 603, 604, and 672. Instruction in basic and applied research methods commonly used in economics. Survey methodologies, critique written work, summarize and evaluate data, prepare and present work orally, and develop an original research paper. Satisfactory-fail only.

ECON 694B. Research Workshop: Writing and communicating economic research. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: Econ 603, 604, 672, and permission of Director of Graduate Education. Continuation of ECON 694A, resulting in completion of an original research paper. Satisfactory-fail only.

EEOB 546X. Computational Skills for Biological Data. (Cross-listed with BCB 546X). (1-2) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: Graduate student status or permission of the instructor. Computational skills necessary for biologists working with big data sets. UNIX commands, scripting in R and Python, version control using Git and GitHub, and use of high performance computing clusters. Combination of lectures and computational exercises.

EEOB 565X. Macroevolution. (Dual-listed with BIOL 465X). (3-0) Cr. 3. Alt. S., offered 2018. Prereqs: BIOL 315. The history and diversity of life on earth; evolutionary patterns and processes above the species level. Diversity from a phylogenetic perspective. Empirical exercises include: phylogeny estimation, ancestral states, estimating diversification rates, evaluating the tempo and mode of evolution, biogeographic patterns, and trait associations across the tree of life.

EL PS 630X. Education Policy and Analysis. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: advanced graduate standing. Introduction to current theoretical, practical, and research-based policy debates related to the P-20 educational system. Critical analysis and evaluation of government policies, initiatives, funding, and other regulatory levers related to education. Intensive reading and discussion of the nature of theory, evidence, practice of education policy.

ENGL 230X. Survey of Global Science Fiction. (Cross-listed with WLC 230X). (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereqs: Credit in or exemption from ENGL 150. Introduction to science fiction from a global perspective. Focus on works from nineteenth century to the present. Examination of literary responses to technological and scientific developments. Subgenres might include apocalypse, time travel, alien encounters, utopia and dystopia, etc.
Meets International Perspectives Requirement.

ENGL 318X. Introduction to ESL methods and materials. (Cross-listed with LING 318X). (2-1) Cr. 3. F. Prereqs: ENGL/LING 219. Introduction to methods and materials for teaching English as a Second Language (ESL) for elementary and secondary students. Strategies and resources for teaching reading, writing, speaking and listening skills. Elementary Education students must take this course in the same semester as either CI 280S or CI 480S.

ENGL 319X. Studies in Language and Diversity. (Cross-listed with LING 319X). Cr. 3. F. Repeatable. Prereqs: ENGL 250. Special topics related to the role of language and linguistics in US diversity, such as Dialects and American literature, American English Accents, Legal and Social Aspects of English-only Laws in the US. Connections between language use and social diversity.
Meets U.S. Diversity Requirement.

ENGL 320X. Topics in Linguistic Structure. (Cross-listed with LING 320X). (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Repeatable. Prereqs: ENGL/LING 219, 220.  Special topics related to the study of linguistic structure. Focus on language structure in areas not covered in detail by existing courses. Topics include field linguistics, morphology, forensic linguistics, neurolinguistics, semantics, non-English phonology, acoustic phonetics, linguistic universals, and historical linguistics.

ENGL 410X. Language as Data.  (Cross-listed with LING 410X). (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereq: Junior standing. Methods of discovering language patterns in text documents solve practical text analysis problems in the disciplines. Fundamentals of linguistics and its role in text analysis. Practice writing R scripts to perform text analysis and visualize textual data.

ENGL 552X. Workshop: Scriptwriting. (3-0) Cr. 3 F. Prereqs: ENGL 550 and graduate classification. Majors other than MFA in Creative Writing and Environment need permission of instructor. Individual projects in dramatic writing. Focus on writing for stage, screen, and/or new media. Readings in dramatic literature. Discussion of elements such as plot, character, dialogue, structure, theme, and visual storytelling.

ENGL 562X. Topics in the Study of Film. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: Graduate classification or 6 credits in film at 300 level or above. Intensive study of cinematic genres, periods, movements, or themes; e.g., The Musical, Classical Hollywood Cinema, Structural Film, Art and Cinema. General emphasis will be on American, British, and other Anglophone cinemas.

ENGR 262X. 3D Printing for Educators. (2-0) Cr. 2. SS. Overview of the basics of 3D printing for both prototyping and production, discussion of careers in 3D printing and advanced manufacturing, and survey of K-12 classroom activities related to 3D printing.

ENGR 430X. Entrepreneurial Product Engineering. (Cross-listed with I E 430X). (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereq: Junior Classification. Process of innovative product development in both entrepreneurial and intra-preneurial settings. Define, prototype and validate a product concept based on competitive bench-marking, market positioning and customer requirement evaluation in a target market into a product design that is consistent with defined business goals and strategies. Combination of lecture, discussion, problem solving and case study review.

ENGR 434X. Entrepreneurial Product Engineering Design Project. (Cross-listed with I E 434X). (1-4) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: I E 430 or ENGR 430. Open-ended design project related to creating, validating and launching a new engineered product into the marketplace. Fundamentals related to launching new engineered products in an Entrepreneurial way. Students submit new product ideas or select from a list of company supplied ideas. Application of engineering design principles including product definition, competitive evaluation, requirements evaluation, product design, manufacturing design, manufacturing costing, prototype creation, field validation, user evaluation.

ENGR 538X. Foundations of Engineering Education. (Cross-listed with HG ED 538X). (3-0). Cr. 3. F. Prereq: Engineering graduate students or instructor permission required. Introduction to the field of engineering education, with an emphasis on engineering education history, existing challenges, teaching and learning pedagogies and theories, research opportunities, and research methodologies. The course goal is to develop students as scholars and to have students think critically about engineering and education. Students will apply the knowledge gained from this course to propose a research project related to their own discipline. The proposal is intended to help students learn and apply the key elements of engineering education research. This course is intended for students with a variety of interests and career goals, including those interested in learning to conduct engineering education research, exploring research discoveries about teaching and learning, and engaging with the engineering education community.

ENSCI 270X. Geospatial Technologies. (Cross-listed with AGRON 270X). (2-2) Cr. 3. F. Concepts and tools for acquiring, managing, analyzing, and displaying geographic information, including GIS, remote sensing, spatial analysis, and cartography. Focus on applications in biological, ecological, environmental, and agricultural sciences.

ENSCI 412X. Micropaleontology. (Cross-listed with GEOL 412X). (2-2) Cr. 3. Prereq: GEOL 102 and GEOL 102L. Evolution, identification and utility of major microfossil groups from the Mesozoic to present. Focus on Cenozoic applications including biostratigraphy, paleoclimate, and paleothermometry using assemblages, stable isotopes, Mg/Ca, and molecular fossils. Laboratory includes processing and analysis of specific microfossils. Major groups covered include foraminifera, calcareous nannofossils, sponge spicules, diatoms, radiolarians, and silicoflagellates.

ENSCI 483X. Environmental Biogeochemistry. (Dual-listed with ENSCI 583X; cross-listed with BIOL 483X and GEOL 483X). (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereqs: Combined 12 credits in biology, chemistry, and physics. Biological, physical, and geochemical controls on elemental cycling in the Earth system. Dynamics of global change and anthropogenic perturbations to global biogeochemical cycles. Biotic and abiotic cycling of carbon, nitrogen, phosphorus, sulfur, metals, and water, and impacts of anthropogenic perturbations on these cycles across spatiotemporal scales. Application of box models and principles of mass balance, kinetics, thermodynamics, and stable isotopes to analyze and predict system behavior.

ENSCI 583X. Environmental Biogeochemistry. (Dual-listed with ENSCI 483X, BIOL 483X, and GEOL483X). (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereqs: Combined 12 credits in biology, chemistry, and physics. Biological, physical, and geochemical controls on elemental cycling in the Earth system. Dynamics of global change and anthropogenic perturbations to global biogeochemical cycles. Biotic and abiotic cycling of carbon, nitrogen, phosphorus, sulfur, metals, and water, and impacts of anthropogenic perturbations on these cycles across spatiotemporal scales. Application of box models and principles of mass balance, kinetics, thermodynamics, and stable isotopes to analyze and predict system behavior.

ENT 435X. Entomology Field Trip. (Cross-listed with A ECL 435X). (1-6) Cr. 2. Repeatable. Irr. S. Irr SS. Prereqs: BIOL 312 (or equivalent) and permission of instructor; ENT 370 or ENT 425 (or equivalent) recommended. Field trip to study insects of major terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems. Location and duration vary.

ENT 581X. Experience in Plant Science Extension and Outreach. (Cross-listed with PL P 581X, AGRON 581X, and HORT 581X). Cr. 1. Alt. SS, offered 2019. A supervised learning experience in several extension delivery methods used in the plant sciences. Participation in Iowa State University-based extension programs that may include field crop, horticulture, or Master Gardener programming.

ENTSP 431X. Small Business Finance Decisions. (Cross-listed with FIN 431X). (3-0) Cr . 3. S. Prereq: FIN 301. Integrative nature of small business financial decisions, from basic historical financial analysis to financial projections and valuation unique to small business. Utilize planning/valuation to reconcile the optimal exit date for the small business owner. Examination of this integrative approach through case study. Emphasis on practical application with a decision orientation. Group project working with a small business owner and related advisors/bankers to develop a plan that focuses on an optimal exit strategy.

EVENT 203X. Event Management Sophomore Mentorship. (1-2) Cr. 2. S. Prereqs: Sophomore classification; AESHM 113; EVENT 271; by application only. Event Management sophomore students will be paired with a professional mentor in the event industry. Students will meet in the class and individually with their professional mentor throughout the spring semester. Students will be assessed on their experience through reflection, presentation, and mentor evaluation.

EVENT 212X. Digital Production in Event Management. (2-2) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: Event Management major. Applications of basic skills in Adobe InDesign and Adobe Photoshop. Introduction to design elements used within the event management industry with a focus on digital publishing of marketing and promotional materials, wayfinding, and other stationery items. Face-to-face lecture and laboratory work.

EVENT 277X. Introduction to Digital Promotion in Event Management. (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: EVENT 271. Event management digital channels and platforms, including display advertising, search advertising, social media, and mobile. Students will be introduced to the most popular event management platforms such as Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Pinterest as well as digital event management topics of visual marketing, digital media planning, and content marketing.

EVENT 367X. Event Sales. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: EVENT 271; AESHM 340. This course provides an overview of sales marketing management in event industry and the role of the professional event sales manager in the marketing process. As an event professional, learn best sales practices to develop your personal selling style, to build on your strengths, and to create a referral business that delivers results. Principles covered include the characteristics and skills necessary for success in sales; strategic planning; sales leadership; analyzing customers and markets; designing and developing the sales force; the importance of relationship building; process management; and measurement, analysis and knowledge management.

EVENT 383X. Sports Event Management. (3-0) Cr. 3. F.S. Prereqs: AESHM 113 and EVENT 271. Overview of managing sports and recreation facilities and events. Focus on history, conception and design, budgeting, risk management, sponsorship, promotions, logistics, operations, and evaluation.

EVENT 485X. Event Management Production. (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: Event 471; limited to Event Management majors; application and instructor permission. Planning and executive of an event including strategic planning, site selection, stakeholder development, event sponsorship, financial management, event marketing, event operations, and event evaluation.

EVENT 561X. Advanced Topics in Event Management. (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: Graduate level standing. Advanced meeting and event planning topics including event strategy, event risk and security management, event financial management, event design, event project management, and event tourism strategy.

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FIN 431X. Small Business Finance Decisions. (Cross-listed with ENTSP 431X). (3-0) Cr . 3. S. Prereq: FIN 301. Integrative nature of small business financial decisions, from basic historical financial analysis to financial projections and valuation unique to small business. Utilize planning/valuation to reconcile the optimal exit date for the small business owner. Examination of this integrative approach through case study. Emphasis on practical application with a decision orientation. Group project working with a small business owner and related advisors/bankers to develop a plan that focuses on an optimal exit strategy.

FIN 450X. Analytical Methods in Finance. (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereqs: STAT 326, and ECON 301 or FIN 301. Applied empirical methods commonly employed in the analysis of firm and market data. Specific applications to financial and agricultural markets. Experiential learning experience using lectures with frequent in-class computer work sessions. Experience with financial and agricultural data sources. Application and interpretation of empirical techniques.

FIN 491X. International Study Course in Global Capital Markets. Cr. 3. S. Prereq: FIN 301. European capital markets and multinational corporate finance with focus on banking, capital markets, and corporate finance in a particular European country. Exposure to European capital markets, the European Monetary Union and the banking system. Current and historical banking practices within the EU and how they changed since the EMU implementation. Understand financial decisions faced by firms located in the EU. Study banks, institutions, and companies in Europe to gain specific knowledge of their practices. Learn about the culture and general economy of Europe during the in country visit.

FIN 576X. Real Estate Market Analysis. (3-0) Cr. 3. Prereq: Enrollment in the MRED or instructor permission. Introduction to the structure of real estate markets. Topics include determinants of supply and demand in space and capital markets, house price dynamics and causes and consequences of market cycles. Discussion of likely behavior of U.S. real estate markets and comparisons with markets in other countries.

FRNCH 203X. Intermediate French Grammar and Conversation. (4-0) Cr. 4. Prereq: FRNCH 201 or equivalent. Practice in oral communication within the context of French language and cultures for professions. Best-suited for students with a solid foundation in basic French grammar. Only one of FRNCH 202 or 203 may count toward graduation.

FS HN 220X. American Food and Culture. (3.0) Cr. 3. F. American cuisine reflects the history of the U.S. it is the unique blend of diverse groups of people from around the world, including indigenous Native American Indians, Africans, Asians, Europeans, Pacific Islanders, and South Americans. Explore factors that impact the American Cuisine of today including diverse ethnic and cultural group influences, historical events related to food diversity in the U.S., and agriculture and industrial impacts on food production. Practical knowledge and basic food preparation techniques related to the U.S. food system and trends. Class sessions will include lectures, class discussions and Preview-Reflection Assessments, audio-visual presentations, and Tasting Immersion Activities.
Meets U.S. Diversity Requirement.

FS HN 430X. U.S. Health Systems and Policy. (Dual-listed with FS HN 530X). (2.0) Cr. 2. S. Prereqs: Senior or graduate classification, or permission of instructor . Introduction to public policy for health care professionals. Emphasis on understanding on the role of the practitioner for participating in the policy process, interpreting government policies and programs such as Medicare and Medicaid, determining reimbursement rates for eligible services, and understanding licensure and accreditation issues. Discussion and exploration of federal, state and professional policy-relevant resources.

FS HN 435X. Analysis of Food Markets. (Cross-listed with ECON 435X). (3-0) Cr. 3. S. Prereqs: STAT 226, ECON 235, ECON 301. Food market analysis from an economics perspective; food markets and consumption; methods of economic analysis; food industry structure and organization; food and agriculture regulations; labeling; consumer concerns; agricultural commodity promotion. Final project required.

FS HN 482X. Fundamentals of Packaging. (Dual-listed with FS HN 582X). (2-3) Cr. 3. F. Prereqs: STAT 101, 104 or 105. The study of materials, design, processes, performance and safety of packaging. Applied experiences include: packaging design, fabrication and performance testing for packaged products.

FS HN 508X. Consumer Perceptions and Nutrition Communication. (2-0) Cr. 2. S.SS. Prereqs: Enrollment in MPP-D (Master's of Professional Practice - Dietetics) Program. Examination of current consumer food and nutrition trends. Critical analysis of consumer perceptions relative to current research base. Use of the various media (news release/story, infographic, print publication, YouTube video) to create effective nutrition messages for consumers.

FS HN 509X. Sensory Evaluation of Wines.  (1-2) Cr. 2. S. Prereqs: Must be at least 21 years of age; senior or graduate status. Principles of sensory evaluation and their application to wine evaluation. Sensory testing methods such as discrimination tests, ranking, descriptive analysis and scoring of wines will be covered. Students will have the opportunity to evaluate and learn about major types and styles of wines of the world. Lab fee.

FS HN 517X. Gut Microbiome: Implications for Health and Diseases. (Cross-listed with AN S 517X, MICRO 517X, and V MPM 517X). (3-0) Cr. 3. F. Prereq: Basic Knowledge in microbiology. Explore current research on gut microbiome including modern tools used to study the gut microbiome. Examine the linkages between gut microbiome and health status, diseases, and manipulation of gut microbiome to improve health.

FS HN 530X. U.S. Health Systems and Policy. (Dual-listed with FS HN 430X). (2-0) Cr. 2. S. Prereqs: Senior or graduate classification, or permission of instructor . Introduction to public policy for health care professionals. Emphasis on understanding on the role of the practitioner for participating in the policy process, interpreting government policies and programs such as Medicare and Medicaid, determining reimbursement rates for eligible services, and understanding licensure and accreditation issues. Discussion and exploration of federal, state and professional policy-relevant resources.

FS HN 533X. Diet and Nutrients in the Prevention and Treatment of Disease. (2-0) Cr. 2. S. The underlying basis for various diseases and the role that specific nutrients and dietary bioactive compounds play in disease etiology, as well as treatment. Emphasis on how personal genetics and epigenetics can impact disease incidence and influence nutritional recommendations for prevention.

FS HN 537X. Leardership and Management in Dietetics. (4-0) Cr. 2. SS. Prereq: Enrollment in ISU Master of Professional Practice in Dietetics. Application of leadership and management theories and approaches relevant to dietetics practice. Use of self-reflection and self-assessment to assist in recognition and development of leadership behaviors.

FS HN 582X. Fundamentals of Packaging. (Dual-listed with FS HN 482X). (2-3) Cr. 3. F. Prereqs: STAT 101, 104 or 105. The study of materials, design, processes, performance and safety of packaging. Applied experiences include: packaging design, fabrication and performance testing for packaged products.

FS HN 589X. Systems Neuroscience: Brain, Behavior, and Nutrition-Related Integrative Physiology.(Cross-listed with PSYCH 589X, NEURO 589X, NUTRS 589X, GERON 589X). (2-0) Cr. 2. S. Prereqs: Graduate standing, or undergraduate with consent of instructor. Structural, functional, and biochemical aspects of brain and non-motor behavior across the human lifespan. Types of neuroimaging used to assess the brain. Current research is leveraged to gauge how nutrition, diseases related to nutrition, and associated physiological processes influence the brain, particularly for common developmental, psychological, and neurological disorders.