Courses
MECH 403 MACHINE DESIGN II WITH LAB 4.0 Credit(s)
Continuation of Machine Design. Introduction to the design of machinery and mechanisms. Analysis of degrees of freedom. Basic mechanism synthesis. Kinematics of mechanisms: displacement, velocity, and acceleration analyses. Static load and force transmission analysis. Dynamic force analysis and balancing. Fatigue and failure theories
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years
MECH 356 FINITE ELEMENT METHOD WITH LAB 3.0 Credit(s)
Fundamental concept of finite element analysis (FEA). Discretization of the domain. Element and interpolation functions. Meshing effect. Error analysis. One- and two-dimensional boundary value problems. Time-dependent field problems. Examples and applications on different areas such as heat transfer, fluid mechanics and elasticity. Lab includes coding using a programming language (MATLAB, Python, .) and an introduction to commercial FE software.
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years
MECH 404 PRODUCTION PROCESS WITH LAB 4.0 Credit(s)
Theories and applications of materials forming. Removal processes in manufacturing. Properties of materials and applications, including metals, alloys, and non-metallic materials. Metal forming and casting process. Machining and its applications. Product development and economics. Layout of plants, production, and productivity.
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years
MECH 405 MECHANICAL VIBRATION WITH LAB 4.0 Credit(s)
Review of analytical dynamics of continuous and discrete systems. Modelling of components of a vibrating system. Derivation of equation of motion of a vibrating system. Free and forced vibration analysis of single-degree-of-freedom systems with various forms of damping. Undamped and damped vibrations of n-degree of freedom systems. Torsional vibration. Non-linear vibration. Modeling and response of continuous system. Vibration isolation and control methods and devices. Vibration sensors.
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years
MECH 413 INTERNSHIP IN ENGINEERING 3.0 Credit(s)
Students will complete a full-time, career-related Mechanical Engineering internship before taking this course. Students will work with their on-site supervisor to write a final report and supervisor evaluation while developing professional skills in networking, LinkedIn optimization, and resume and cover letter writing to enhance career readiness and reflect on their engineering work experience.
Offered: Fall Semester All Years
EX 534 APPLIED BIOMECHANICS 3.0 Credit(s)
This course provides a thorough evaluation of the mechanical basis of human movement. Fundamental mechanical principles affecting human movement during locomotion and a variety of daily activities are considered. Techniques and methods of mechanics, quantitative video analysis, isometric and isokinetic muscle force, electromyography, and research evaluation are incorporated into laboratory projects.
Offered: Spring Semester Even Academic Years
EX 560 THESIS PREPARATION 3.0 Credit(s)
Issues in research design and statistical analysis within the context of a proposed thesis are explored. A prospectus including a full review of literature and study design will be the end product of the course. Receiving a grade in the course will be contingent upon submitting an IRB application.
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
EX 531 NUTRITION AND PERFORMANCE 3.0 Credit(s)
This course studies the effects of acute and chronic exercise on nutrient requirements and fluid needs. Macronutrient metabolism, the influence of nutrient timing, and the ergogenic efficacy of dietary supplements receive substantial attention.
Offered: Spring Semester Even Academic Years
EX 532 COACHING METHODS 3.0 Credit(s)
This course investigates effective coaching methods from a physiologic, psychological, and administrative framework. Students will be guided through an analysis of contemporary research and critical evaluation of current practices resulting in the development of an applied personal coaching methodology. In the process, this course addresses the promotion of interpersonal skills and the understanding of individual differences as they relate to human performance.
Offered: Fall Semester Odd Academic Years
EX 561 THESIS COMPLETION 1.0-3.0 Credit(s)
Data collection and analysis will be performed, culminating in the results and discussion sections of the thesis.
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
OT 501 BECOMONG AN OT PROFESSIONAL 1 3.0 Credit(s)
Part one of this series introduces you to 'becoming an occupational therapist'.?? You will learn about the philosophy of occupational therapy, Occupational Therapy Practice Framework, the influence of social, cultural, diversity, and lifestyle factors on occupation.? You will learn about the structure, function, and influence that occupational therapy theory, models and frames of reference have on practice.? You will be introduced to the historical, philosophical and structure of occupational therapy professional organizations; roles and responsibilities of an occupational therapist across settings; and begin to think about the legal, ethical, and competency issues regarding practice. You will learn about the macro context, national and state health and education policies, legislation, and laws that affect occupational therapy practice.? You will also be introduced to practice settings, service delivery models and intra- and interprofessional teams.
Offered: Fall Semester All Years
OT 503 EVIDENCE-BASED PRACTICE I 2.0 Credit(s)
Evidence-based Practice I is the first part of a series that provides students with a thorough understanding of the importance of research to the profession of occupational therapy and strategies to engage in evidence-based practice with clients.? An important skill for an occupational therapist is the ability to read, understand, and use the research of the profession. Students will be able to critique the research of occupational therapy and make decisions about whether to and how to apply information to clinical practice. Topics covered in this course include basic concepts of research, an overview of research designs and methods, methods of data analysis, and concepts of examining research evidence critically. After learning the basics of locating appropriate research and reading research evidence critically, Evidence-based practice I will focus on experimental research whereas Research II will focus on non-experimental research.
Offered: Fall Semester All Years
OT 504 THERAPEUTIC USE OF SELF I 2.0 Credit(s)
This first semester course is designed to promote reflection on the educational process and the individual student's future occupational therapy practice. Students will complete reflective self-assessments and analyze them to determine their therapeutic personality traits and modes necessary for developing a professional identity and skill base. Understanding the nature of the therapeutic relationship as an intentional process is taught for successfully developing client and group dynamics. Course formats will include seminars, discussions, and in class and online course activities.
Offered: Fall Semester All Years
CH 595L ADV. INTEGRATED EXP. LAB 1.0 Credit(s)
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
GW 522 PHYSIOLOGICAL PROCESS OF AGING 3.0 Credit(s)
Offered: As Needed Contact Department