Jul 05, 2024  
2017-2018 University Catalog 
    
2017-2018 University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Index of Courses


 

Liberal Studies

  
  • LS 400 - Special Study for Upper Division Students (1-4)


    Individual or group investigation of selected problems.

    Prerequisite(s): undergraduate standing.
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credits limited to 8 units, with a maximum of 4 units per quarter.
  
  • LS 401 - Liberal Studies Seminar (4)


    Analyses of enduring themes and issues in the humanities and/or social sciences and/or natural sciences. Frequent written and oral presentations.

    Prerequisite(s): LS 201 .
    Component(s): 4 seminars.
    Note(s): Some sections may require a fee.
  
  • LS 421 - Integrated Arts II (4)


    Focus on practical teaching methods for the arts. Applications of the creative experience to classroom learning environments. Continuing experiential exploration of the fine and performing arts.

    Prerequisite(s): LS 201  and TH 423 .
    Component(s): 4 lecture/problem solving.
    Note(s): Up to 20 hours of directed fieldwork.
  
  • LS 459 - Liberal Studies Synthesis I (4)


    Introduction to selected issues in the history and politics of public education.

    Prerequisite(s): LS 201 .
    Component(s): 4 discussion/lectures.
  
  • LS 460 - Liberal Studies Synthesis II (4)


    Study of contemporary issues in public education.

    Prerequisite(s): LS 459 .
    Component(s): 4 discussion/lectures.
  
  • LS 460S - Liberal Studies Synthesis II Service Learning (4)


    Study of contemporary issues in public education.

    Prerequisite(s): LS 459  
    Component(s): 4 discussions/lectures.
    Note(s): This course is equivalent to LS 460 , both can be taken to meet the same requirement.
  
  • LS 461 - Senior Project I (4)


    First of two program capstone experiences.

    Prerequisite(s): LS 201 .
    Component(s): 4 discussion/lectures.
  
  • LS 462 - Senior Project II (4)


    Second of two program capstone experiences.

    Prerequisite(s): LS 461 .
    Component(s): 4 discussion/lectures.
  
  • LS 499/499A/499L - Special Topics for Upper Division Students (1-4/1-4/1-4)


    Group study of a selected topic to be specified in advance.

    Corequisite(s): may be required.
    Component(s): Instruction is by lecture, activity, laboratory, or a combination.
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 8 units, with a maximum of 4 units per quarter.

Library

  
  • LIB 150 - The Information Diet: Information Literacy Skills for Academic Success (4)


    Examines the importance of information literacy skills for academic, professional, and personal success. Emphasis on developing strategies for finding, evaluating, filtering, using, and citing information effectively and ethically.  Course fulfills GE Area E.

    Component(s): 4 lecture/problem-solving.
    Grading: Graded.

Learning Resource Center

  
  • LRC 090 - Reading, Advising, and Mentoring Program I (1)


    Reading course for students enrolled in the Reading, Advising, and Mentoring Program (RAMP). Students must meet program eligibility requirements and enroll in the program before registering for the course. Diagnosis of reading skills; supplemental academic advising; individual reading tutorial plan; workshops. Independent study/supervised activities. This is a non-baccalaureate-level course and does not count toward degree requirements or GPA calculation. Students must come to the program office during the first week of classes to arrange meeting time.

  
  • LRC 091 - Reading, Advising, and Mentoring Program II (1)


    Continued work in reading for students enrolled in the Reading, Advising, and Mentoring Program (RAMP) who wish to augment the reading skills developed in LRC 090 . Students must meet program eligibility requirements and enroll in the program before registering for the course. Independent study/supervised activities. This is a non-baccalaureate level course and does not count toward degree requirements or GPA calculation. Students must come to the program office during the first week of classes to arrange meeting time.

  
  • LRC 092 - Reading, Advising, and Mentoring Program III (1)


    Continued work in reading for students enrolled in the Reading, Advising, and Mentoring Program (RAMP) who wish to augment the reading skills developed in LRC 090  and LRC 091 . Students must meet program eligibility requirements and enroll in the program before registering for the course. Independent study/supervised activities. This is a non-baccalaureate-level course and does not count toward degree requirements or GPA calculation. Students must come to the program office during the first week of classes to arrange meeting time.

  
  • LRC 093 - Reading, Advising, and Mentoring Program IV (1)


    Continued work in reading for students enrolled in the Reading, Advising, and Mentoring Program (RAMP) who wish to augment the reading skills developed in LRC 090 , LRC 091 , and LRC 092 . Students must meet program eligibility requirements and enroll in the program before registering for the course. Independent study/supervised activities. This is a non-baccalaureate-level course and does not count toward degree requirements or GPA calculation. Students must come to the program+ office during the first week of classes to arrange meeting time.


Management and Human Resources

  
  • MHR 200 - Special Study for Lower Division Students (1-2)


    Individual or group investigation, research, studies, or surveys of selected problems.

    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 4 units, with a maximum of 2 units per quarter.
  
  • MHR 201 - Leveraging Yourself Toward MHR Careers (2)


    This course is designed for students new to MHR. It includes research and discussion of MHR options and careers, self-assessments in relation to career decisions, navigation of the MHR program, and the development of both an academic career plan and the creation of a co-curricular portfolio, which may grow to include campus involvement opportunities, internships, personal development, and international work/study.

    Component(s): 2 lectures.
  
  • MHR 299/299A/299L - Special Topics for Lower Division Students (1-4)


    Group study of a selected topic, the title to be specified in advance.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor.
    Component(s): Instruction is by lecture, laboratory, or a combination.
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 8 units, with a maximum of 4 units per quarter.
  
  • MHR 301 - Principles of Management (4)


    Survey of the history of management and review of significant management literature. Practical applications of management theories to problems in planning, organizing, and controlling business activity. Ethical considerations.

    Component(s): 4 lecture discussions.
  
  • MHR 311 - Human Resources Management (4)


    Establishment of human resources objectives and requirements in the organization. Recruiting, testing, interviewing, screening, and selection of employees. Employee counseling, training, development, promotion, recreation, insurance, and retirement programs. Case studies.

    Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate standing; grade of C (2.0) or better in MHR 301 .
    Component(s): 4 lecture discussions.
  
  • MHR 313 - First-line Management (4)


    Analysis of the unique position of the supervisor in complex organizations; the application of theory and practice in solving problems and ethical considerations at the first level of management.

    Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.
  
  • MHR 318 - Organizational Behavior (4)


    Introductory experiences in the basics of organizational behavior. Emphasis is given to the application of scientific knowledge coming from different social sciences including psychology, social psychology, sociology, communications, political science and cultural anthropology to understand and manage human behavior in organizations. Topics discussed: individual differences, perception and attribution, diversity, organizational culture, motivation, leadership, power and conflict, teamwork, group behavior, and ethics as they apply to the management of contemporary organizations. Course fulfills GE Synthesis D4.

    Prerequisite(s): Upper division standing, and completion of GE Area A and GE Area D (1, 2, and 3).
    Component(s): 4 lecture-discussions.
  
  • MHR 319 - Management of Not-for-Profit Organizations (4)


    Methods, theory, and institutional knowledge for managing not-for-profit organizations. Problems and issues in policy, organization, program, personnel, and budget unique to not-for-profit organizations.

    Component(s): 4 lecture discussions.
  
  • MHR 320 - Introduction to Entrepreneurship (4)


    An introduction to the characteristics of an entrepreneur and the knowledge required to start a business. Exploration of resources and support available to the entrepreneur. Students develop a business opportunity-assessment, focusing on industry, product/service, competition, target market, and location.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 103 , ENG 104 , ENG 107 , ENG 109 , or ENG 110  or (IGE 120 , IGE 121 , and IGE 122 ).
    Component(s): 4 lecture/problem-solving.
  
  • MHR 321 - Creativity and Entrepreneurship (4)


    Exploring techniques and exercises to facilitate the creative thinking process. How to realize and nurture an entrepreneurial mindset to perceive opportunities. Designing an innovation with the potential for commercialization. An integration of financial analysis with opportunity recognition.

    Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.
  
  • MHR 324 - Communication for Management (4)


    Basic communications objectives of organizations. Types of communication used for decision-making, their nature, capabilities, and limitations. Using computers for communications. Practice in improving written communications, using the approved style manual. Presentations.

    Prerequisite(s): Personal computer proficiency, and ENG 103 , ENG 104 , ENG 107 , ENG 109 , or ENG 110  or (IGE 120 , IGE 121 , and IGE 122 ) .
    Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.
  
  • MHR 400 - Special Study for Upper Division Students (1-2)


    Individual or group investigation, research, studies, or surveys of selected problems.

    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 4 units, with a maximum of 2 units per quarter.
  
  • MHR 401 - Career Design (2)


    This course combines lectures, exercises, and individual assignments to teach principles and practical tools for sorting out career options, developing professional skills and developing a personalized plan for the future.

    Prerequisite(s): MHR 201 , MHR 311 , MHR 320 , MHR 324 .
  
  • MHR 405 - Training and Development (4)


    Theory and applications of employee training and development. How rapid changes in technology, market conditions, and business practices make training a growing management function. Determining training needs, selecting methods, planning programs, and evaluating results.

    Prerequisite(s): junior standing.
    Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.
  
  • MHR 406 - Managing Diversity in Organizations (4)


    Demographics changes in the workforce and workplace diversity. Topics include race and ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation, religion, disability, work and family. Opportunities and challenges of managing diversity including human resource implications will also be discussed.

    Component(s): 4 lectures.
  
  • MHR 409 - Business Education Management (4)


    Methods and techniques for stimulating enthusiasm for learning in teaching business courses. Course and lesson design, and presentations for office education courses in keyboarding, word processing, computer applications, etc. Preparation for becoming professional business educators.

    Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.
  
  • MHR 411 - Human Resources Staffing, Planning, Recruiting and Selection (4)


    Theory and practical applications in organizational planning, recruiting and selection processes and systems used in staffing organizations. This course will cover multiple tools, techniques and activities important to matching organizational human resources requirements and specifications with applicant abilities and motivations.

    Prerequisite(s): MHR 311 .
    Component(s): 4 lecture presentations.
  
  • MHR 413 - Employee Compensation Plans (4)


    The goals and external/internal organizational considerations that affect planning and administering compensation in organizations. Evaluation of race and sex discrimination in pay, and comparable job worth. Job evaluation, performance appraisal systems, and gainsharing.

    Prerequisite(s): MHR 311 .
    Component(s): 4 lecture presentations.
  
  • MHR 415 - Human Resource Information Management (4)


    Emerging approaches to the management of human resources information in hiring, compensation/benefits, skills inventory, employee records, and training. Automated and manual systems compared. Student presentations on proposed and operational human resource information systems.

    Prerequisite(s): MHR 311 .
    Component(s): Computer exercises and 4 lectures/problem-solving.
  
  • MHR 416 - Employee Benefits and Services (4)


    In-depth examination of policy and design of important economic security plans for protecting employees against on-the-job accidents; prepayment, health maintenance, and preferred provider coverages; structure and implementation of pre-retirement and retirement plans administered by human resource managers.

    Prerequisite(s): MHR 311 .
    Component(s): 4 lecture presentations.
  
  • MHR 421 - Management Union Relations (4)


    Development of management-union relations in the United States: the continuously changing roles and relationships of labor, management, and government through collective bargaining, arbitration, and legislation. Review of trends affecting productivity and the labor force.

    Prerequisite(s): MHR 311  or HRT 350 .
    Component(s): 4 lecture discussions.
  
  • MHR 423 - Creating A Business Plan (4)


    Development of a business plan, including managerial philosophies and capabilities for a new business. Learning to integrate financials, marketing and operations for a new business. Identifying growth industries in the new millennium, with special attention to Southern California economy.

    Prerequisite(s): MHR 320 .
    Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.
  
  • MHR 425 - Emergent Ventures (4)


    Managerial knowledge, skills and capabilities needed for rapidly growing or emergent businesses. Identifying the growth industries, products and services with highest potential for southern California’s 21st Century. Managing the problems of growing companies including the transition from entrepreneurial to professional management.

    Prerequisite(s): MHR 320 .
    Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.
  
  • MHR 426 - Social Entrepreneurship (4)


    A course to develop skills toward creative and innovative entrepreneurial approaches to societal problems. Examination of profit oriented ventures with a social mission seeking self-sustainability or profitability. Textbook, required readings, speakers and case studies will be utilized.

    Prerequisite(s): junior or senior standing.
  
  • MHR 427 - Family Business (4)


    Business, personal and interpersonal issues associated with family-owned/managed firms are explored; competitive strengths/weaknesses in family-owned firms, dynamics of family interactions and the business culture; conflict resolution; estate planning, planning for succession.

    Component(s): 4 lecture presentations.
  
  • MHR 438 - Advanced Organizational Behavior (4)


    Application of human processes used to achieve goals in the organization. Group experiences whereby students gain insights into their own leadership styles, integrate their styles with managerial functions and the organization. Case studies, problem-solving exercises, and complex organizational simulations.

    Prerequisite(s): MHR 318 .
    Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.
  
  • MHR 441 - Internship in Business Management (2)


    On-the-job training in business management involving new, collegiate-level learning experiences.

    Prerequisite(s): consent of internship coordinator.
    Repeatable: MHR 441 is a 2-unit section that can be repeated up to four times for a total of 8 units.
  
  • MHR 442 - Internship in Business Management (4)


    On-the-job training in business management involving new, collegiate-level learning experiences.

    Prerequisite(s): consent of internship coordinator.
    Repeatable: MHR 442 is a 4-unit section that can be repeated twice for a total of 8 units.
  
  • MHR 450 - Leadership (4)


    Experiences and discussions involving the complexity of leadership. A study and survey of the history and progression of leadership research for gaining awareness of the challenges of leadership. A non-traditional approach to learning leadership concepts by simulating actual experiences.

    Prerequisite(s): Minimum grade of C (2.0) in ENG 103 , ENG 104 , ENG 107 , ENG 109 , or ENG 110  or (IGE 120 , IGE 121 , and IGE 122 ).
    Component(s): 4 lecture discussions.
  
  • MHR 451 - International Comparative Management (4)


    From a comparative perspective, exploring opportunities and challenges facing multinational companies, the role of culture in international management, social responsibility and ethics under international context, cross-border strategy development, global coordinating and monitoring systems, and global workforce management.

    Prerequisite(s): MHR 301 .
    Component(s): 4 lecture presentations.
  
  • MHR 452 - Emerging Issues in Management (4)


    Exploration of contemporary issues; cases and problems facing management in multicultural and international environments. Examination of the environment of business in a global economy with specific emphasis on business-government relations, ethics, and managing for the future.

    Prerequisite(s): senior standing.
    Component(s): 4 lecture presentations.
  
  • MHR 461 - Senior Project (2)


    Selection and completion of a project under faculty supervision. Projects typical of problems which graduates must solve in their fields of employment. Formal report required.

    Prerequisite(s): senior standing.
    Concurrent: Courses are to be taken concurrently.
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Required minimum of 135 hours.
  
  • MHR 462 - Senior Project (2)


    Selection and completion of a project under faculty supervision. Projects typical of problems which graduates must solve in their fields of employment. Formal report required.

    Prerequisite(s): senior standing.
    Concurrent: Courses are to be taken concurrently.
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Required minimum of 135 hours.
  
  • MHR 480 - Employment Law (4)


    Federal and state equal employment opportunity laws with respect to discrimination and harassment because of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, affinity and disability as well as the legal impact on HRM issues (e.g., hiring, testing).

    Prerequisite(s): Upper-division standing; FRL 201 ; and ENG 103 , ENG 104 , ENG 107 , ENG 109 , or ENG 110  or (IGE 120 , IGE 121 , and IGE 122 ).
    Component(s): 4 lecture presentations.
  
  • MHR 499/499A/499L - Special Topics for Upper Division Students (1-4/1-4/1-4)


    Group study of a selected topic, the title to be specified in advance.

    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 8 units, with a maximum of 4 units per quarter. Instruction is by lecture, laboratory, or a combination.

Manufacturing Engineering

  
  • MFE 126/126L - Engineering Graphics I/Laboratory (2/1)


    Engineering graphics for product design, manufacturing and construction. Emphasis on graphic communication used for processing parts and layouts. Orthographic projection, pictorial views, section and auxiliary views, dimensioning and tolerancing for production-processing, and the four fundamental views of descriptive geometry. Use of instruments and CAD for engineering drawings.

    Component(s): 2 lectures/problem-solving and 1 three-hour laboratory.
  
  • MFE 201/201L - Manufacturing Systems Processes/Laboratory (3/1)


    Study of basic manufacturing processes with emphasis on terminology, technology, process principles and capabilities, material selection and comparative advantages and disadvantages. Processes discussed include heat treatment, material removal, joining, assembly and casting. Other topics include measurement and gaging, and statistical methods. Product fee required.

    Component(s): 3 lectures/problem-solving and 1 three-hour laboratory.
  
  • MFE 217/217L - Manufacturing Processes—Materials, Metrology and Treatments/Laboratory (2/1)


    First in a three-course sequence. Provides basic knowledge of engineering materials and the enhancement of their mechanical properties; measurement methods and process controls.  Heat treatment of materials.  Non-destructive evaluation and inspection.

    Prerequisite(s): CHM 121 /CHM 121L .
    Component(s): 2 lectures/problem-solving and 1 three-hour laboratory.
  
  • MFE 221/221L - Manufacturing Processes I–Material Removal/Laboratory (2/1)


    An introduction to science of metal removal and the physics of metal cutting as related to cutting tool geometry, material being cut and machine tools being used. Consideration of machine speeds, feeds, tolerances and surface finish determinates as related to both manually and numerically controlled machines, dynamics of metal cutting, tool life analysis, economics of machining, and the concept of group technology in cellular and flexible modes.

    Prerequisite(s): MFE 217/217L  or ETT 217  or equivalent.
    Component(s): 2 lectures/problem-solving and 1 three-hour laboratory.
  
  • MFE 226/226L - Engineering Graphics II/Laboratory (2/1)


    Engineering graphics for manufacturing. Emphasis on preparation and use of detail drawings and assembly drawings and application of geometric and positional tolerancing (ANSI Y14.5). Interpretation of engineering drawings, representation of threads and fasteners, and assembly drawings using CAD.

    Prerequisite(s): MFE 126/126L  or equivalent.
    Component(s): 2 lectures/problem-solving and 1 three-hour laboratory.
  
  • MFE 230/230L - Manufacturing Processes II–Forming, Casting and Joining/Laboratory (2/1)


    Theory and practice related to processes dealing with the deformation, consolidation and casting of engineering materials. Modern manufacturing methods are explored with emphasis placed on the application of engineering principles to the production of marketable products. Topics include: molding, casting, powder metallurgy, hot and cold working, welding and introductory exposure to manufacturing systems.

    Prerequisite(s): MFE 217/217L  or ETT 217  or equivalent.
    Component(s): 2 lectures/problem-solving and 1 three-hour laboratory.
  
  • MFE 250/250L - Principles of Numerical Control/Laboratory (2/1)


    Principles and applications of numerical control in manufacturing, manual and computer-assisted programming, NC systems including advanced CNC systems for full contouring, macro- and variable programming, programmable controllers for CNC and DNC applications in industry.

    Prerequisite(s): MFE 126/126L , and either MFE 201/201L  or MFE 221/221L .
    Component(s): 2 lectures/problem-solving and 1 three-hour laboratory.
  
  • MFE 326/326L - Design for Manufacturing/Laboratory (2/1)


    The utilization of engineering concepts in the planning and design of processes and products. Selection of appropriate manufacturing processes and systems; sequences of operations, equipment and facilities; methods and tooling to assure optimum producibility.

    Prerequisite(s): MFE 226/226L  (lecture component only); MFE 221/221L ; MFE 250/250L ; IME 314/314L  (lecture component only); and either MFE 230/230L  or MFE 201/201L .
    Corequisite(s): MFE 326/326L.
    Component(s): 3 lectures/problem-solving and 1 three-hour laboratory.
  
  • MFE 334/334L - Foundry Process Engineering/Laboratory (2/1)


    Investigation of the various casting techniques characteristic of modern foundry practice. Green sand, sodium silicate, shell core, shell mold, investment, die casting and lost foam considered in relation to required molds, patterns, melting processes and materials. Computer applications include simulation software for mold system design.

    Prerequisite(s): MFE 126/126L , and either MFE 230/230L  or MFE 201/201L  or equivalents.
    Component(s): 2 lectures/problem-solving.
  
  • MFE 373/373L - Tool and Die Engineering/Laboratory (2/1)


    Introduction to the fundamentals of tool and die design. Functions, components and appropriate manufacturing techniques, die life, maintenance, storage and safety.

    Prerequisite(s): MFE 221/221L  and MFE 230/230L .
    Component(s): 2 lectures/problem-solving and 1 three-hour laboratory.
  
  • MFE 375/375L - Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing/Laboratory (3/1)


    Integration of computer-aided design principles, part design specifications and producibility concepts in computer-aided manufacturing applications. Emphasis on machine tools for flexible automation, CNC machining data generation, CAD/CAM interface and communication of automated systems.

    Prerequisite(s): MFE 250/250L  and MFE 126/126L  or equivalent.
    Component(s): 3 lectures/problem-solving and 1 three-hour laboratory.
  
  • MFE 380/380L - Manufacturing Metrology/Laboratory (1/1)


    The science of engineering measurement as used in inspection and quality control. Emphasis on the general use of scientific measuring devices and measurement assurance. Automated measuring systems. Gage R&R studies.

    Component(s): 1 lecture/problem-solving and 1 three-hour laboratory.
  
  • MFE 406 - Safety Engineering (3)


    Principles of safety engineering applied to manufacturing systems. Control of noise, heat, electrical hazards, vibration, radiation, lighting, and air contaminant’s in the workplace. Accident prevention. Material handling safety, machine guards and personal protection equipment.

    Component(s): 3 lectures/problem-solving.
  
  • MFE 438/438L - Plastics Engineering I/Laboratory (3/1)


    Plastic materials and their processing. Review of the pertinent organic chemistry of polymer materials. Classification, properties, characteristics and applications of plastics; polyethylene, PVC, ABS, polyesters, phenolics and urethanes. Study of processes including injection molding, extrusion, thermoforming and blowmolding; applications, process parameters, quality, economics and tooling considerations.

    Prerequisite(s): MFE 230/230L  or MFE 201/201L  or equivalent.
    Component(s): 3 lectures/problem-solving and 1 three-hour laboratory.
  
  • MFE 439 - Composites Manufacturing (2)


    Current topics in plastics processing. Basics of composite properties; strength with respect to fiber loading-type and orientation. Processing methods for composite production; manual lay-up, vacuum, filament winding.

    Component(s): 2 lectures/problem-solving.
  
  • MFE 440 - Plastics Injection Molding and Tooling (4)


    Theory and practical applications related to Plastics Injection processing and related tooling requirements in the processing of polymeric materials. Modern methods are explored with emphasis on the engineering principles to the production of marketable products. Topics include: Polymeric materials and properties, properties related to injection molding, equipment, process, plastic part design, tooling design and construction. Independent study as per designed course plan with the use of interactive training software and text. Consent of instructor is required and will be based on an interview with the student to assess ability to work independently and successfully complete the course as well as background knowledge. This knowledge can be obtained from previous coursework that includes materials and/or manufacturing processes. Example classes include but are not limited to MFE 217/217L  , ETT 217 /L, MFE 230/230L , MFE 201/201L , MFE 438/438L , MTE 204, and ME 315 . Student work experience in the field will also be considered.

  
  • MFE 450/450L - Introduction to Computer Integrated Manufacturing/Laboratory (3/1)


    Mechanization/automation/mechatronics. Basic production concepts and strategies. Problems and methods of mechanization. Material handling systems. Robotics. Elements of automation sensors, analyzers, actuators and drives. Control strategies: industrial control, discrete time/event driven systems, feedback systems, and optimal control strategies. Robotic systems. NC machines. Automated inspection and identification techniques. Computer process control

    Prerequisite(s): ECE 231/231L ; MFE 201/201L  or (MFE 221/221L  and MFE 230/230L ); and MAT 224 .
  
  • MFE 465 - Metal Working Theory and Applications (3)


    Three-dimensional stress and strain analysis, yield criteria for ductile metals. Stress-strain relations. Phenomenological nature of engineering metals. Plane strain plastic deformation. Plastic strain with axial symmetry and pseudo plane stress. Extremum principles for plastic material.

    Prerequisite(s): MFE 221/221L ; MFE 230/230L  or MFE 201/201L ; ME 218 .
    Component(s): 3 lectures/problem-solving.
  
  • MFE 476/476L - Advanced Computer-Aided Manufacturing Systems/Laboratory (3/1)


    Principles of group technology, cellular manufacturing, computer-aided process planning, flexible manufacturing systems and computer networks in manufacturing. Information Technology in Manufacturing.

    Prerequisite(s): MFE 450/450L .
    Component(s): 3 lectures/problem-solving, 1 three-hour laboratory.
  
  • MFE 484 - Producibility Engineering (3)


    Engineering methodologies and design practices which have proven in industry to improve product producibility, reliability, and quality are presented. Concepts include concurrent engineering, just-in-time manufacturing and cellular arrangements for flexible manufacturing.

    Prerequisite(s): MFE 326/326L .
    Component(s): 3 lectures/problem-solving.
  
  • MFE 499/499A/499L - Special Topics for Upper Division Students (1-4/1-4/1-4)


    Group study of a selected topic, the title to be specified in advance.

    Component(s): Instruction is by lecture, laboratory, or a combination.
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 8 units, with a maximum of 4 units per quarter.

Materials Engineering

All students in engineering and engineering technology curricula must satisfy ENG 103, ENG 104, ENG 107 , ENG 109 , or ENG 110  prior to enrolling in any 300-level or higher course in the College of Engineering. Lecture and laboratory courses listed together are to be taken concurrently.

  
  • MTE 203 - Materials Science for Engineering Technology (3)


    The structure and properties of materials and their relevance to industrial applications, properties of metals, ceramics, polymers, and composites. Introduction to semiconductors.

    Prerequisite(s): CHM 115  and PHY 121 .
    Component(s): 3 lectures/problem-solving.
  
  • MTE 205L - Materials Engineering in Industry (1)


    Exploration of the role of materials engineering in manufacturing industries. Plant trips to study the processes in the materials conversion industry. Study of the methodology for production, cost reduction, quality, reproducibility, inventory control, and management.

    Prerequisite(s): CHM 122 /CHM 122L .
    Component(s): 1 three-hour laboratory.
  
  • MTE 207 - Materials Science and Engineering (3)


    Introduction to the fundamentals and applications of materials engineering. Atomic, molecular, and crystalline structures and properties of materials with their relevance to engineering. Topics will include: diffusion, defects, phase diagrams, heat treatment, mechanical behavior, and will cover the different materials classes, i.e., metals, ceramics, polymers, composites, and semiconductors.

    Prerequisite(s): CHM 121 /CHM 121L  or CHM 115  (Non-CHE majors); PHY 131 /PHY 131L ; and MAT 116 .
    Component(s): 3 lectures/problem-solving.
  
  • MTE 208 - Introduction to Electronic Materials and Properties (3)


    Introduction to the concepts of bonding, structure, and defects as applied to the materials used in electrical engineering. Band theory as it applies to conductors, semiconductors, and insulators, conduction mechanisms. Electronic devices and methods of fabrication. Fundamentals of dielectric, optical and magnetic materials. Review of relevant mathematical concepts as it applies to understanding and solving problems.

    Prerequisite(s): CHM 121 /CHM 121L  or CHM 115  (Non-CHE majors); PHY 133 /PHY 133L ; and MAT 116 .
    Component(s): 3 lecture/problem-solving.
  
  • MTE 299/299A/299L - Special Topics for Lower Division Students (1-4)


    Study of a selected topic, the title to be specified in advance.

    Component(s): Instruction is by lecture, laboratory or a combination.
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 8 units with a maximum of 4 units per quarter.
  
  • MTE 303/303L - Polymer Engineering (3/1)


    Introduction to the structure, properties, behavior, characterization and processing of polymers as engineering materials. Design of reinforced and unreinforced polymers, and the processing methods used in the manufacture of products. Labs will include polymer testing and plant trips.

    Prerequisite(s): MTE 207  or ME 315 ; and MTE 317L  or ME 350L ; and CHE 311  or ME 311 .
    Component(s): 3 lectures/problem-solving, and 1 three-hour laboratory.
  
  • MTE 317L - Materials Science and Engineering Laboratory (1)


    Hands-on experiences to reinforce fundamental materials engineering concepts. Crystal models, microscopy, hardness tests, brittle fracture, strengthening, and heat treatment. Materials selection and design. Emphasis on written and oral technical communication skills. Safety awareness reinforced throughout the course. Elements of statistics and experimental design.

    Prerequisite(s): MTE 207  (or ME 315 ).
    Component(s): 1 three-hour laboratory.
  
  • MTE 320/320L - Mechanical Metallurgy/Laboratory (3/1)


    A comprehensive exploration of the field of mechanical metallurgy. Topics include the continuum description of stress and strain, the flow and fracture of metals from the defect mechanism point of view, the tests used for determining mechanical properties, and the fundamental/analytical techniques applied to the various metalworking processes used in industry. Labs will include demonstrations, plant trips, and problem solving. Relevant mathematical topics will be reviewed,

    Prerequisite(s): MTE 207  (or ME 315 ); and MTE 317L  (or ME 350L ).
    Component(s): 3 lectures/problem-solving. 1 three-hour laboratory.
  
  • MTE 327/327L - Properties of Materials (3/1)


    A comprehensive exploration of electronic, thermal, magnetic and optical properties of materials. Relationships between structure and properties will be emphasized. The influence of processing on properties and subsequent applications will be highlighted. Labs will include development of experiments, and problem solving.

    Prerequisite(s): MTE 207 , MTE 317L , PHY 133 /PHY 133L .
    Component(s): 3 lectures. 1 three-hour laboratory.
  
  • MTE 328 - Thermodynamics of Solids (3)


    Macroscopic thermodynamics, the study of energy and its transformations as it applies to the field of materials. First and second law, property relationships, equilibrium, electrochemistry, solutions and mixing, phase rule and phase diagrams. Introduction to statistical thermodynamics will be included as it applies to the understanding of the macroscopic properties and behavior of materials.

    Prerequisite(s): MTE 207  (or ME 315 ).
    Component(s): 3 lectures/problem-solving.
  
  • MTE 337/337L - Joining of Materials (2/1)


    Introduction to the principles, methods and applications of joining as they apply to the metals, ceramics, plastics, and electronic industries. Included are fasteners, welding, brazing, soldering, adhesives, diffusion and ultrasonic bonding. Principles of mechanical, chemical, and physical phenomena related to surfaces and the mechanics of joints. The approach will be to unify the principles underlying diverse engineering technologies to the basic science of the joining processes.

    Prerequisite(s): MTE 207  (or ME 315 ); and MTE 317L  (or ME 350L ).
    Component(s): 2 lectures/problem-solving. 1 three-hour laboratory.
  
  • MTE 338 - Kinetic Processes in Materials (3)


    Physical chemistry applied to materials engineering. Topics include: surfaces and interfaces; nucleation and growth theory; diffusional and non-diffusional transformations; precipitation from the solid solution, reaction kinetics, and introduction to non-equilibrium thermodynamics.

    Prerequisite(s): MTE 207  or ME 315 ; CHE 302  or ME 301 .
    Component(s): 3 lectures/problem-solving.
  
  • MTE 400 - Special Study for Upper Division Students (1-2)


    Individual or group investigation, research, studies or surveys of selected problems.

    Prerequisite(s): ENG 103 , ENG 104 , ENG 107 , ENG 109 , ENG 110 , IGE 120 , IGE 121 , or IGE 122 .
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 4 units, with a maximum of 2 units per quarter.
  
  • MTE 401/401L - Corrosion and Materials Degradation (3/1)


    Fundamental principles of corrosion science, application of these principles to corrosion engineering problems and materials selection. Topics to be covered include: Thermodynamics and kinetics of metallic corrosion; corrosive/destructive environments; the different forms of corrosion and degradation, corrosion/degradation prevention; principles of materials selection.

    Prerequisite(s): CHE 303  or ME 302 ; ECE 231/231L ; MTE 207  (or ME 315 ); and MTE 317L  (or ME 350L ).
    Component(s): 3 lectures/problem-solving. 1 three-hour laboratory.
  
  • MTE 404 - Electronic Materials (4)


    Advanced concepts of electronic materials and their engineering applications. Free electron model, introduction to band theory, and Schrodinger wave equation, crystal bonding and lattice vibrations. Introduction to processing and materials selection for electronic applications.

    Prerequisite(s): MTE 327/327L  or ME 315 ; CHE 302  or ME 301 .
    Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.
  
  • MTE 405 - Physical Metallurgy–Mechanical Properties (4)


    Basic principles underlying the structure and properties of crystalline solids. Metallic and covalent bonding theories; crystallography; solid solutions, intermetallic compounds and alloys. Crystal imperfections; elastic and plastic deformation. Ductile and brittle fracture, fatigue and creep.

    Prerequisite(s): MTE 207  (or ME 315 ); CHE 302  (or ME 301 ).
    Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.
  
  • MTE 406/406L - Physical Metallurgy—Solidification and Strengthening Reactions (3/1)


    Principles of solid-state reactions including elementary kinetics, nucleation and growth theory; annealing of cold-worked metals; diffusionless transformation, precipitation reactions and tempering; physical metallurgy of steels; relation between properties and microstructure. Laboratory experiments related to phase transformations in steel, solidification structures, precipitation hardening, and plant trips.

    Prerequisite(s): MTE 207  (or ME 315 ); CHE 302  (or ME 301 ).
    Component(s): 3 lectures/problem-solving.
  
  • MTE 407/407L - Ceramic Materials (3/1)


    The composition, structure, and properties of ceramic bodies employed as structural and non-structural materials, with an emphasis on processing and their physical state, elasticity, strength, and optical, thermal, and electrical properties. Laboratory experiments related to fabrication, testing, statistical analysis, and plant trips.

    Prerequisite(s): MTE 207  and MTE 317L  (or ME 315  and ME 350L ).
    Component(s): 3 lectures/problem-solving. 1 three-hour laboratory.
  
  • MTE 408/418L - Introduction to Composite Materials/Laboratory (3/1)


    Introduction to composite materials engineering processing and mechanics. Properties and processing of fibers and matrices. Polymer matrix composites, metal matrix composites, ceramic composites and carbon/carbon. Lamina and laminate constitutive equations. Laminate strength analysis. Laboratory experiments related to composite fabrication, characterization, testing, and plant trips.

    Prerequisite(s): MTE 207  and MTE 317L  (or ME 315  and ME 350L ).
    Component(s): 1 three-hour laboratory.
  
  • MTE 420/420L - Materials Selection and Design I/Laboratory (2/1)


    Integration of the undergraduate courses in the basic sciences, engineering sciences, materials engineering, economics, business, and general education in the integrated solution of materials selection and design problems. Analysis, selection, and evaluation of materials and processes aimed at product development. Use of numeric based selection criteria will be emphasized culminating in professional reports and presentations.

    Prerequisite(s): senior standing, GWT, and MTE 338 .
    Component(s): 2 lecture discussions. 1 three-hour laboratory/ problem-solving.
  
  • MTE 421 - Materials Characterization and Testing (4)


    Overview of materials characterization and testing methods. Topics include: fundamentals of crystallography, properties of X-rays and X-ray diffraction, determination of crystal structures, IR spectroscopy, electron microscopy, ultrasound evaluation techniques.

    Prerequisite(s): MTE 327/327L  or ME 315 .
    Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.
  
  • MTE 422 - Fracture and Failure Analysis (4)


    Basic principles of fracture mechanics, and applications to failure analysis. Topics include: elements of fracture mechanics, ductile and brittle fracture, residual stresses, creep, fatigue, environmental effects, statistical distributions, and design issues. The approach will emphasize case histories (including guest lectures from practicing engineers on actual studies) and student presentations. Topics include:

    Prerequisite(s): MTE 207  (or ME 315 ); and MTE 317L  (or ME 350L ).
    Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.
  
  • MTE 430/430L - Materials Selection and Design II/Laboratory (2/1)


    Integrated approach to materials selection and design utilizing engineering sciences, materials engineering, economics, business and general education. Analysis, selection, and evaluation of materials and processes in design. Use of numeric-based selection criteria emphasized, culminating in professional reports and presentations.

    Prerequisite(s): MTE 420/420L .
    Component(s): 1 three-hour laboratory/problem.
  
  • MTE 499/499A/499L - Special Topics for Upper Division Students (1-4/1-4/1-4)


    Group study of a selected topic, the title to be specified in advance.

    Component(s): Instruction is by lecture, laboratory, or a combination.
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 8 units, with a maximum of 4 units per quarter.
  
  • MTE 528 - Materials Thermodynamics (4)


    Advanced macroscopic thermodynamics applied to materials in the solid and liquid states. Laws of thermodynamics, important thermodynamic functions, multicomponent phase equilibria, electrochemistry, solutions and mixing, phase rule and phase diagrams. Discussion of applications and statistical thermodynamics.

    Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate course in thermodynamics and in materials science/ engineering.
    Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.
  
  • MTE 533 - Mechanical Properties of Materials (4)


    Study of the mechanical behavior of materials. Fundamental mechanisms controlling deformation and fracture in solid materials. Strain hardening, creep, fatigue, ductile and brittle fracture. Strengthening mechanisms involving alloying and heat treatment. Superplasticity.

    Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate course in materials science/engineering and thermodynamics.
    Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.
  
  • MTE 546 - Phase Transformations (4)


    Principles of solid-state reactions including nucleation and growth theory, diffusional and shear transformations, the shape-memory effect, transformation toughening, thermal treatment of solids. Special topics include metallic and silicate glasses, physical metallurgy of steels and superalloys. Laboratory experiments related to phase transformations in steel and precipitation hardening.

    Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate course in materials science/engineering and thermodynamics
    Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.
  
  • MTE 555 - Advanced Corrosion and Environmental Degradation (4)


    Thermodynamics and kinetics of corrosion. Nernst and Tafel equations. Pourbaix diagrams. Electrochemical basis for corrosion. Fundamental approach to corrosion and corrosion control. Microbially Induced Corrosion. Biofouling. Degradation of polymers. Weathering of structural and architectural materials.

    Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate course in materials science/engineering and thermodynamics.
    Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.
  
  • MTE 599/599A/599L - Special Topics for Graduate Students (2-4,2-4,2-4)


    Selected topics comprising new or experimental courses not otherwise offered. Each offering identified in the current schedule and on the student’s transcript.

    Prerequisite(s): consent of instructor.
  
  • MTE 630 - Materials for Energy Applications (4)


    Materials science relevant to energy generation and storage. Thermodynamics, electrochemistry, catalysis, and polymer materials science to understand polymer electrolyte membrane fuel cells. Role of materials in solid oxide fuel cells, batteries, wind, solar, ocean thermal, and nuclear energy generation. Electronic band structure and photovoltaics. Artificial leaves. Nanocomposites in energy applications. Superconductors.

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of advisor-approved breadth course requirements.
    Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.
 

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