May 02, 2024  
2014-2015 University Catalog (Revised 01-05-2015) 
    
2014-2015 University Catalog (Revised 01-05-2015) [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses


 

Education

  
  • EDU 501/501A - Introduction to Secondary Athletic Programs (3/1)


    The course provides the foundation for the successful administration of high school athletic programs. Topics include the legal and fiscal responsibilities of an athletic director and strategies for the organization and administration of successful high school athletic programs.

    Component(s): 1 three-hour seminar.
  
  • EDU 505/505A - Introduction to Educational Administration (3/1)


    A foundation course for the Preliminary Administrative Services Credential. This introductory class in the management of schools utilizes case studies and literature from the fields of business and education. Emphasis is placed upon the role of school administrators in the creation of a positive organizational and learning climate.

    Component(s): 1 three-hour seminar.
  
  • EDU 506/506A - Educational Leadership (3/1)


    Focus on leadership behaviors and strategies that promote effective school environments. Emphasis upon administration of human behavior, human relations skills, educational leadership styles, trends, and issues leading to effective school management.

    Component(s): 3 seminars. 1 two-hour field activity.
  
  • EDU 510/510A - Educational Administration: Organizational Behavior (3/1)


    Seminar in current and innovative administrative management and service functions, models of organization and management, functions of business management, organizational theory, and decision-making for elementary and secondary schools and districts.

    Component(s): 1 three-hour seminar. 1 two-hour field activity.
  
  • EDU 511/511A - School Personnel Administration (3/1)


    Emphasis upon the role of school administrators and curriculum leaders in the management and supervision of personnel. Laws and policy development in relationship to school district and collective bargaining.

    Component(s): 1 three-hour seminar. 1 two-hour field activity.
  
  • EDU 512/512A - School Law and Governance (3/1)


    Examination of the evolution and current status of the law governing public schools. Analysis of California statutes, Education Codes, and court decisions affecting public education.

    Component(s): 1 three-hour seminar. 1 two-hour activity.
  
  • EDU 513/513A - School Finance (3/1)


    Analysis of the historical and current economic aspects of school finance. Overview of financial and business administration in public education.

    Component(s): 1 three-hour seminar.
  
  • EDU 514/514A - Administration and Instructional Technology (3/1)


    Emphasis upon the role of school administrators and technology in the schools. Examines use of Internet, networking and technology in schools and administration.

    Component(s): 1 three-hour seminar. 1 two-hour field activity.
  
  • EDU 520 - Candidate Performance Assessment Seminar (1)


    Assessment provides a profile of the candidate for the Preliminary Administrative Services Credential (PASC). Candidates evaluate skills and knowledge for the PASC. To be taken during the last quarter of enrollment in the program.

    Component(s): 1 seminar.
  
  • EDU 530 - Fieldwork in Educational Administration (4)


    A seminar designed to develop an individualized, supervised, and planned program jointly with each student and site supervisor from the employing school district. The course integrates the competency and performance domains in the standards established for educational administration by the Committee on Accreditation.

    Minimum/Maximum Units: Maximum credit: 8 units.
  
  • EDU 532 - Professional Credential Induction Plan: Assessing for Improved Leadership (4)


    A Professional Credential Induction Plan based on the candidate’s needs is developed by the candidate, a coach/mentor and a University representative. The Plan will guide the candidate through advance preparation for the Tier II Credential.

    Prerequisite(s): Preliminary Administrative Services Credential and employment in an administrative position.
    Component(s): 1 four-hour seminar.
  
  • EDU 534/534A - Leadership, Policy and Schools in a Democratic Society (3/1)


    The ethics of leadership and policy development are studied in relationship to schools in a democratic society. Candidates will study concepts to provide effective schools by influencing the larger political, social, economic, legal and cultural spheres of their school community. Prerequisite: Preliminary Administrative Services Credential.

    Component(s): 1 three hour seminar. 1 two-hour activity.
  
  • EDU 535/535A - Legal Aspects for Safe and Effective Schools (3/1)


    The administration of school law in organizational operations is presented with an in-depth study of the Education Code together with relevant court cases. Studies cover how to interpret current court decisions, laws and regulations pertaining to special education and categorical programs and collective bargaining contracts.

    Prerequisite(s): Preliminary Administrative Services Credential.
    Component(s): 1 three-hour seminar. 1 two-hour activity.
  
  • EDU 536/536A - The Principal as Instructional Leader (3/1)


    The course presents strategies for creating a culture where high student achievement is the goal for all students. Emphasis is placed on implementing best practices while utilizing California State Standards and State Assessments.

    Prerequisite(s): Preliminary Administrative Services Credential.
    Component(s): 1 three-hour seminar. I two-hour activity.
  
  • EDU 537/537A - Utilizing Fiscal and Human Resources for Safe and Effective Schools (3/1)


    Candidates will learn to use systems management as a means to maximize the utilization of human potential and fiscal resources for the development of safe and instructionally effective schools. The course includes in-depth study of site and district budgeting and personnel administration.

    Component(s): 1 three-hour seminar. 1 two-hour activity.
  
  • EDU 538/538A - Ethics, Morals, and Values for Educational Leadership (3/1)


    The course examines the philosophy, ethics, and moral values of educational leadership. Candidates reflect upon the theory and philosophy of educational change, core values, and examine research about ethical and moral leadership in schools.

    Prerequisite(s): Preliminary Administrative Services Credential.
    Component(s): 1 three-hour seminar. 1 two-hour activity.
  
  • EDU 539/539A - Technology and Information Systems for Management and Instruction (3/1)


    The course explores the use of 21st century technology strategies and the National Technology Standards for Administrators to identify levels of candidate competency. Candidates will acquire knowledge of data-driven decision making models and the effective use of technology to both identify and communicate data trends in student achievement.

    Prerequisite(s): Preliminary Administrative Services Credential.
    Component(s): 1 three-hour seminar. 1 two-hour activity.
  
  • EDU 540 - Assessment of Professional Competency (2)


    The culminating class for the Tier II Professional Administrative Services Credential is designed to assess the candidate’s progress towards completion of the Professional Credential Induction Plan developed in EDU 532 .

    Prerequisite(s): Preliminary Administrative Services Credential.
    Component(s): 1 two-hour seminar.
  
  • EDU 543 - Practicum I Literacy and Instructional Excellence (2)


    Candidates design a custom learning experience focusing specifically on the creation of an effective school through an instructional focus. District and county professional workshops that improve student academic achievement and are aligned to the Professional Credential Induction Plan will be incorporated into the Practicum.

    Prerequisite(s): Preliminary Administrative Services Credential.
    Component(s): 1 two-hour seminar.
  
  • EDU 544 - Practicum II Leadership in Challenging Political and Economic Times (2)


    The Practicum II is a learning experience focusing specifically on fiscal and political aspects of the effective school. The candidates will develop a plan that incorporates district, county, state, and professional workshops addressing the fiscal and political aspects of school management.

    Prerequisite(s): Preliminary Administrative Services Credential.
    Component(s): 1 two-hour seminar.
  
  • EDU 545 - Practicum III Legal Aspects for Safe and Effective Schools (2)


    Practicum III specifically focuses on legal aspects for establishing a safe and effective school. The plan incorporates district and county professional workshops that address the legal aspects of school management. The plan will be based on the Candidate’s Professional Induction Plan.

    Component(s): 1 two-hour seminar.
  
  • EDU 546 - Theory and Practice in Educational Leadership I (3)


    An interactive problem-based seminar that integrates important concepts and theories in educational administration with problems of practice experienced in the fieldwork course. Each candidate draws upon and develops working responses to a variable menu of classroom issues ranging from legal to psychological.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Great Leaders for Great Schools Academy program, EDU 510/510A , and GED 550 .
    Corequisite(s): EDU 530 .
  
  • EDU 547 - Theory and Practice in Educational Leadership II (3)


    An interactive problem-based seminar that integrates important concepts and theories in educational administration with problems of practice experienced in the apprenticeship course. Each candidate draws upon and develops working responses to a variable menu of classroom issues ranging from legal to psychological.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Great Leaders for Great Schools Academy program, EDU 510/510A , EDU 530 , EDU 546 , and GED 550 .
    Corequisite(s): EDU 552 .
  
  • EDU 548 - Theory and Practice in Educational Leadership III (3)


    An interactive problem-based seminar that integrates important concepts and theories in educational administration with problems of practice experienced in the apprenticeship course. Each candidate draws upon and develops working responses to a variable menu of classroom issues ranging from legal to psychological.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Great Leaders for Great Schools Academy program, EDU 510/510A , EDU 530 , EDU 546 , EDU 547 , EDU 549 , EDU 550 , EDU 552 , and GED 550 .
    Corequisite(s): EDU 551  and EDU 553 .
  
  • EDU 549 - Learning to Lead: Content Module I (2)


    Seminar designed to address key administrative proficiencies in the Pomona Unified School District. Topics will address the skills and resources necessary to help Administrators manage data to promote powerful teaching/learning and take leadership in meeting the curricula and programmatic needs of English Language Learners. A variety of instructional methods will be used.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Great Leaders for Great Schools Academy program, EDU 510/510A , and GED 550 .
    Corequisite(s): EDU 530  and EDU 546 .
  
  • EDU 550 - Learning to Lead: Content Module II (2)


    Seminar designed to address key administrative proficiencies in the Pomona Unified School District. This module focuses on the law and compliance issues. Laws studied include state laws, Pomona Unified District policies, and collective bargaining agreements. District resources to assist in carrying out supervisory, evaluative, and supportive roles are also examined. A variety of instructional methods will be used.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Great Leaders for Great Schools Academy program, EDU 510/510A , EDU 546 , EDU 549 , and GED 550 .
    Corequisite(s): EDU 547  and EDU 552 .
  
  • EDU 551 - Learning to Lead: Content Module III (2)


    Seminar designed to address key administrative proficiencies in the Pomona Unified School District. This module focuses on effective communication strategies and practices for Administrators and on master scheduling and the use of administrative technologies. A variety of instructional methods will be used.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Great Leaders for Great Schools Academy program, EDU 510/510A , EDU 530 , EDU 546 , EDU 547 , EDU 549 , EDU 550 , EDU 552 , and GED 550 .
    Corequisite(s): EDU 548  and EDU 553 .
  
  • EDU 552 - Administrative Apprenticeship I (4)


    An experiential learning practicum designed to provide candidates with hands-on experiences in all roles and responsibilities of a school administrator in the Pomona Unified School District.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Great Leaders for Great Schools Academy program, EDU 510/510A , EDU 530 , EDU 546 , EDU 549 , and GED 550 .
    Corequisite(s): EDU 547  and EDU 550 .
  
  • EDU 553 - Administrative Apprenticeship II (4)


    An experiential learning practicum designed to provide candidates with hands-on experiences in all roles and responsibilities of a school administrator in the Pomona Unified School District.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission into the Great Leaders for Great Schools Academy program, EDU 510/510A , EDU 530 , EDU 546 , EDU 547 , EDU 549 , EDU 550 , EDU 552 , and GED 550 .
    Corequisite(s): EDU 548  and EDU 551 .

Education Specialist

  
  • EDS 403 - Introduction to Special Education (4)


    An overview of students with disabilities and students who are gifted, which includes federal and state legislation requirements; IEP principles and procedure; principles for assessing and instructing students with disabilities in K-12 general and special education classrooms; curricular and instructional adaptations. Includes field experience across a variety of special education settings.

    Component(s): 4 hours seminar/discussion.
  
  • EDS 404 - Special Education in a Pluralistic Society (4)


    Theoretical models and pedagogical applications related to the development of academic language and teaching English Learners in general, special education, and inclusive classrooms. Instruction in understanding and acceptance of differences in culture, cultural heritage, ethnicity, language, age, religion, social economic status, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, and abilities and disabilities of individuals served. Includes field experience.

    Component(s): 4 hours seminar/discussion.
  
  • EDS 502 - Assessment in Special Education (4)


    Theory and practice of formal and informal assessment of students with disabilities. Policies/procedures for adapting assessment for English learners with disabilities. Using assessment results to plan and implement student goals, objectives, curricula. Includes field experience.

    Prerequisite(s):  EDS 403 , TED 406 , TED 407 , GED 400/400L ; or permission of instructor.
    Component(s): 4 hours seminar/discussion.
  
  • EDS 504 - Positive Classroom and Behavior Management (4)


    Study of assessment, planning, and provision of academic and social skill instruction to support positive behaviors in students. Strategies for design and implementation of positive behavioral support plans and interventions based on functional behavior assessments. School-wide support processes, laws, and regulations in promoting safe schools.

    Prerequisite(s): EDS 403 , TED 406 , TED 407 , GED 400/400L ; or permission of instructor.
    Component(s): 4 hours seminar/discussion. Includes field experience.
  
  • EDS 505 - Teaching Students with Moderate/Severe Disabilities (4)


    Theory and application of instructional strategies, curricular modifications and practices for students with moderate/severe disabilities. Expanded technological supports, and inclusive teaching strategies suited to students with moderate/severe disabilities. Strategies for meeting mobility, sensory, and specialized health care needs in the classroom. Includes field experience.

    Prerequisite(s): EDS 403 , TED 406 , TED 407 , GED 400/400L ; or permission of instructor.
    Component(s): 4 hours seminar/discussion.
  
  • EDS 507 - Research and Legal Foundations in Special Education (4)


    Critical investigation, discussion, and evaluation of current evidence-based research that affects or involves special education on local, national, and global levels. Evolution of laws and policies that impact the lives of individuals with disabilities. Legislative provisions related to implementation of special education programs and procedures. The influence of court decisions and rulings as expressed in case law standards that guide practice as it relates to special education in a multicultural context.

    Prerequisite(s): EDS 403 , TED 406 , TED 407 , GED 400/400L ; or permission of instructor.
    Component(s): 4 hours seminar/discussion.
  
  • EDS 510 - Reading and Language Arts Instruction for Students with Disabilities (4)


    Theoretical models and pedagogical applications related to the development, implementation, and evaluation of K-12 reading and language arts curricula. Includes emergent literacy, structure of language, phonemics, literacy assessment, comprehension, questioning/discussion, writing process, and study strategies. Curricular and instructional accommodations, expanded technological supports, and inclusive teaching strategies suited to students with special needs. Includes field experience.

    Prerequisite(s): TED 406 , EDS 403 , EDS 404 , GED 400/400L ; or permission of instructor.
    Component(s): 4 hours seminar/discussion.
  
  • EDS 512 - Diagnosis and Remediation of Reading Difficulties (4)


    Theory and techniques of diagnosing reading difficulties in K-12 students. Current diagnostic instruments, materials, and computer programs. Formal and information assessment procedures. Development of remediation plans and case reports. Includes field experience.

    Prerequisite(s): EDS 403 , TED 406 , TED 407 , GED 400/400L ; or permission of instructor.
    Component(s): 4 hours seminar/discussion.
  
  • EDS 520 - Teaching Mathematics to Students with Disabilities (4)


    Theoretical models and pedagogical applications related to the development, implementation, and evaluation of K-12 mathematics curricula. Curricular and instructional accommodations, expanded technological supports, and inclusive teaching strategies suited to students with special needs. Includes field experience.

    Prerequisite(s): EDS 403 , TED 406 , TED 407 , GED 400/400L ; or permission of instructor.
    Component(s): 4 hours seminar/discussion.
  
  • EDS 522 - Teaching Science and Health to Students with Disabilities (4)


    Theoretical models and pedagogical applications related to the development, implementation, and evaluation of K-12 science, physical education and health education curricula. Curricular and instructional accommodations, expanded technological supports, and inclusive teaching strategies suited to students with special needs. Included field experience.

    Prerequisite(s): TED 406 , EDS 403 , EDS 404 , GED 400/400L ; or permission of instructor.
    Component(s): 4 hours seminar/discussion.
  
  • EDS 524 - Teaching the Social Sciences and Arts to Students with Disabilities (4)


    Theoretical models and pedagogical applications related to the development, implementation, and evaluation of K-12 history/social science and visual/performing arts curricula. Instructional design for integration of the arts through history and social science. Curricular and instructional accommodations, expanded technological supports, and inclusive teaching strategies suited to students with special needs. Includes field experience.

    Prerequisite(s): TED 406 , EDS 403 , EDS 404 , GED 400/400L ; or permission of instructor.
    Component(s): 4 hours seminar/discussion.
  
  • EDS 526 - Home/School/Community Collaboration in Special Education (4)


    Theoretical models and applications for planning and implementing collaborative school partnerships with teachers, families, paraprofessionals, related services personnel, and outside agencies for students with disabilities. Case management policies and practices. Transition planning in special education across the lifespan. Includes field experience.

    Prerequisite(s): EDS 403 , TED 406 , TED 407 , GED 400/400L ; or permission of instructor.
    Component(s): 4 hours seminar/discussion.
  
  • EDS 531 - Introduction to Autism Spectrum Disorders (4)


    Definitions and characteristics of autism spectrum disorders (ASD). Incidence and prevalence trends. Characteristics associated with language/communication, cognition/neurology, social skills, and behavior. Implications for program planning and service delivery. Includes field experience. Required course for the Added Authorization in Special Education Autism-Spectrum Disorders.

    Prerequisite(s): EDS 403  or Multiple Subject, or Single Subject, or Education Specialist credential.
    Component(s): 4 hours seminar/discussion.
  
  • EDS 532 - Teaching Students with Autism Spectrum Disorders (4)


    Theory and application of evidence-based instructional strategies, curricular modifications, and practices for students with autism spectrum disorders. Assessment strategies and implications for program decisions. Expanded technological supports and inclusive teaching strategies. Supervised field experience in classroom settings. Required course for the Added Authorization in Special Education-Autism Spectrum Disorders.

    Prerequisite(s): EDS 403  or Multiple Subject, or Single Subject, or Education Specialist credential.
    Corequisite(s): EDS 531 .
    Component(s): 4 hours seminar/discussion.
  
  • EDS 545 - Professional Induction Seminar (2)


    Guidance, support, and assistance in Induction Plan Development for the Level II Specialist Credential. Facilitation of the formation of local support networks.

    Prerequisite(s): EDS 550 , EDS 554 , EDS 560 , EDS 564 , or permission of instructor.
    Component(s): 2 hours lecture/discussion/field work.
  
  • EDS 550 - Clinical Practice I for Mild/Moderate Credential (8)


    Supervised teaching in university-approved culturally diverse public school special education setting for students with mild/moderate disabilities. Culminating experience that integrates the competencies for the Preliminary Education Specialist Credential in Mild/Moderate Disabilities.

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of all required credential coursework and admission to Clinical Practice; or permission of Education Specialist Credential Programs Coordinator.
    Grading: Credit/No Credit (CR/NC)
  
  • EDS 551 - Clinical Practice II for Mild/Moderate Credential (8)


    Continuation of supervised teaching in university-approved culturally diverse public school special education setting for students with mild/moderate disabilities. Culminating experience that integrates the competencies for the Preliminary Education Specialist Credential in Mild/Moderate Disabilities.

    Prerequisite(s): EDS 550 ; or permission of Education Specialist Credential Programs Coordinator.
    Grading: Credit/No Credit (CR/NC)
  
  • EDS 554 - Intern Clinical Practice for Mild/Moderate Credential (8)


    Supervised teaching internship in university-approved culturally diverse public school special education setting for students with mild/moderate disabilities. Culminating experience that integrates the competencies for the Preliminary Education Specialist Credential in Mild/Moderate Disabilities.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Education Specialist Intern Program.
    Grading: Credit/No Credit (CR/NC)
    Repeatable: May be repeated for up to 16 units.
  
  • EDS 560 - Clinical Practice I for Moderate/Severe Credential (8)


    Supervised teaching in university-approved culturally diverse public school special education setting for students with moderate/severe disabilities. Culminating experience that integrates the competencies for the Preliminary Education Specialist Credential in Moderate/Severe Disabilities.

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of all required credential coursework and admission to Clinical Practice; or permission of Education Specialist Credential Programs Coordinator.
    Grading: Credit/No Credit (CR/NC)
  
  • EDS 561 - Clinical Practice II for Moderate/Severe Credential (8)


    Continuation of supervised teaching in university-approved culturally diverse public school special education setting for students with moderate/severe disabilities. Culminating experience that integrates the competencies for the Preliminary Education Specialist Credential in Moderate/Severe Disabilities.

    Prerequisite(s): EDS 560; or permission of Education Specialist Credential Programs Coordinator.
    Grading: Credit/No Credit (CR/NC)
  
  • EDS 564 - Intern Clinical Practice for Moderate/Severe Credential (8) +


    Supervised teaching in university-approved culturally diverse public school special education setting for students with moderate/severe disabilities. Culminating experience that integrates the competencies for the Preliminary Education Specialist Credential in Moderate/Severe Disabilities.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Education Specialist Intern Program.
    Repeatable: May be repeated for up to 16 units.
    Note(s): Credit/No Credit (CR/NC)
  
  • EDS 591S - Leadership in Special Education Service-Learning (4)


    Application of leadership techniques relevant to special education settings including organizational behavior, group culture, consultation and collaboration, communication skills, problem solving, and group dynamic theory. Preparation in coordination of special education placements and professional interactions. Exit course Level II Education Specialist Credential. Includes required service learning activities.

    Prerequisite(s): EDS 545  or permission of instructor.
    Component(s): 4 hours seminar/discussion.

Educational Leadership

  
  • EDD 700 - Understanding Oneself as a Leader (4)


    Focuses on theories of leadership, emotional and social intelligence, self-analysis, and reflective practice. Explores personal values and beliefs, personal leadership styles, personal leadership strengths and weaknesses, and building and sustaining one’s leadership capacity. Field-based research is included in this course.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the program according to Executive Order 991, Article 4.
    Corequisite(s): EDD 760 .
  
  • EDD 701 - Ethical Leadership for Effective Schools (4)


    Theoretical constructs and models related to ethical leadership and the organizational management of educational institutions, school reform, and effective short and long range planning. Students analyze various leadership models as applied to the complex ethical issues inherent in American school reform relative to the mission of compulsory, universal, institutionalized schooling in a diverse, democratic society.

    Prerequisite(s): EDD 700  and EDD 760 , or permission from program director(s).
    Corequisite(s): EDD 730 .
  
  • EDD 702 - Global Perspectives in Educational Leadership (4)


    Explores the nature of teaching and learning in global educational systems. Students examine international models of public and private schooling. The philosophical, psychological, and pedagogical theories and assumptions governing curriculum, instruction, assessment, and educational leadership are explored. Methods of applying these international constructs and models when appropriate are emphasized. Course may include international travel.

    Prerequisite(s): EDD 732  and EDD 752 , or permission from program director(s).
    Corequisite(s): EDD 703 .
  
  • EDD 703 - Governmental and Political Relationships (4)


    Relationship between local, county, state, and federal legal, political, economic, and social factors and the development, implementation, and evaluation of educational policy. Methods of mobilizing and influencing governmental agencies and boards of education to impact student achievement are emphasized. Political and historical contexts affecting educational decisions are explored.

    Prerequisite(s): EDD 732  and EDD 752 , or permission from program director(s).
    Corequisite(s): EDD 702 .
  
  • EDD 704 - Effective Human Resource Management (4)


    Recruitment, selection, mentoring, retention, performance appraisals, networking, termination, human resource planning, conflict management, and conflict resolution. Candidates develop knowledge and skills to work effectively with individuals with diverse backgrounds, beliefs and values and learn to deploy human resources effectively to achieve school/district goals and priorities.

    Prerequisite(s): EDD 702  and EDD 703 , or permission from program director(s).
    Corequisite(s): EDD 733 .
  
  • EDD 705 - Fiscal Planning, Analysis and Budgeting (4)


    An analytical overview of policies that govern the generation, distribution, and effective use of a variety of educational resources. For the purposes of this course, “resources” refers to any object or quality distributed across an educational system that has an impact on student learning. Topics addressed include resources, such as facilities, technologies, federal and state fiscal policy, and cost-benefit analysis.

    Prerequisite(s): EDD 704  and EDD 733 , or permission from program director(s).
    Corequisite(s): EDD 706 .
  
  • EDD 706 - Law, Policy and Educational Leadership (4)


    Theoretical and practical analyses of legal and policy frameworks affecting P-12 public education. The course will examine legal and practical implications of contemporary education policy development at federal, state, and local levels. Emphasis on the development, interpretation, and application of law and education reform policy in public schools.

    Prerequisite(s): EDD 704  and EDD 733 , or permission from program director(s).
    Corequisite(s): EDD 705 .
  
  • EDD 730 - Leadership for Equity and Advocacy (4)


    Acquisition and application of theories, knowledge, skills, and dispositions required of a leader to implement and institutionalize systems, which result in equity and advocacy for all. Educational sociologies, educational psychology, and philosophies with respect to culture, class, race, gender, sexual orientation, language acquisition, and disabilities are explored. Field-based research is included in this course.

    Prerequisite(s): EDD 700  and EDD 760 , or permission from program director(s).
    Corequisite(s): EDD 701 .
  
  • EDD 731 - Student Achievement through Instructional Leadership (4)


    This course covers, at an advanced level, state standards, curriculum design, reforms in curriculum and instruction, effective and results-oriented instructional supervision, strategies, student assessment and evaluation, trends, and innovations in learning. Students examine research-based methodologies for educational improvement in the areas of literacy, second language learning, mathematics, science and technology, best practices and service learning. Field-based research is included in this course.

    Prerequisite(s): EDD 701  and EDD 730 , or permission from program director(s).
    Corequisite(s): EDD 751 .
  
  • EDD 732 - Organizational Transformation in Schools (4)


    Emphasis on organizational culture, learning, climate, context, organizational history, and building and sustaining positive relationships with internal and external communities. Theories of organizational behavior, communication, safe environments, professional learning communities, philosophical foundations behind reform efforts, models of school governance and change are explored. Field-based research is included in this course.

    Prerequisite(s): EDD 731  and EDD 751 , or permission from program director(s).
    Corequisite(s): EDD 752 .
  
  • EDD 733 - Dynamics of Motivation and Change (4)


    Theories of adult development, adult learning, adult motivation, and change in the workplace. Candidates examine models of effective communication, conflict management and resolution, group dynamics, and ways to address individual differences by guiding, encouraging, nurturing, and celebrating collective experiences and accomplishments.

    Prerequisite(s): EDD 702  and EDD 703 , or permission from program director(s).
    Corequisite(s): EDD 704 .
  
  • EDD 734 - Community Relations and Partnerships (4)


    History of school and community relationships, how families and cultural communities relate to and interact with schools, the written and unwritten protocols of communities, and knowledge of how to build reciprocal partnerships for student success and community recognition by developing attainable and sustainable goals for mutual beneficial outcomes.

    Prerequisite(s): EDD 753  and EDD 754 , or permission from program director(s).
    Corequisite(s): EDD 735/735L .
  
  • EDD 735/735L - Leading and Learning with Technology (3/1)


    Examines comprehensive integration of Information/Communication Technologies (ICT) to meet the needs of the 21st century students; emphasizes the use of ICT to support instructional practices, curriculum, and leadership; explores the leader’s role as visionary in relation to technology; examines theories, models, and empirical evidence underlying major schools of though about learning and technology.

    Prerequisite(s): EDD 753  or EDD 754 , and EDD 761 , or permission from program director(s).
    Corequisite(s): EDD 734 .
  
  • EDD 751 - Quantitative Research Methods for School Improvement (4)


    Advanced quantitative research designs, data collection, and analysis methods for school improvement. It explores the relation between research designs and statistics, including but not limited to correlation, regression, factor analysis t-tests, ANOVA, factorial ANOVA and ANCOVA. Statistics software is used to determine and enhance reliability and validity of measures, describe distributions, and make inferences from school policy, program and student learning data. Students learn to communicate results to various audiences and use data to inform decisions.

    Prerequisite(s): EDD 701  and EDD 730 , or permission from program director(s).
    Corequisite(s): EDD 731 .
  
  • EDD 752 - Qualitative Research Methods for School Improvement (4)


    Advanced qualitative research designs and data collection methods for school improvement. It explores the philosophies, theoretical frameworks, paradigms, assumptions and epistemologies that inform qualitative inquiries as well as the methodologies and ethics associated with field-based research. Students acquire the knowledge, critical thinking, research skills and dispositions necessary for conducting qualitative research and apply various field research techniques. Students design a pilot study to inform their administrative work and research.

    Prerequisite(s): EDD 731  and EDD 751 , or permission from program director(s).
    Corequisite(s): EDD 732 .
  
  • EDD 753 - Applied Quantitative Research for School Improvement (4)


    Introduction to the General Linear Model with a focus on multivariate techniques for analyzing, and evaluating school policy, program and student learning data. Practicing professionals apply advanced quantitative methods to execute their dissertation research and inform school accountability and improvement plans.

    Prerequisite(s): EDD 705  and EDD 706 , or permission from program director(s).
    Corequisite(s): EDD 761 .
  
  • EDD 754 - Applied Qualitative Research for School Improvement (4)


    Advanced research perspectives as lenses for data analysis for school improvement. Students explore the art and politics of analysis, interpretation and evaluation, ethics and representation of research, perspectives, interpretation, and reporting. Practicing professionals apply advanced issues in qualitative research to execute their dissertation research.

    Prerequisite(s): EDD 705  and EDD 706 , or permission from program director(s).
    Corequisite(s): EDD 761 .
  
  • EDD 760 - Research Learning Community Seminar: Introduction to Doctoral Studies and Dissertation Research (2)


    The first of five seminars embedded throughout the program to support student dissertation work. Provides a communal forum for collaborative peer engagement focused on topics germane to the dissertation. This seminar introduces students to doctoral studies, empirical research, and scholarly writing. Topics include requirements for APA, CITI training, the IRB approval process, and use of campus, library, and on-line support services for dissertation research.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to the program according to Executive Order 991, Article 4.
    Corequisite(s): EDD 700 .
    Grading: This course is graded on a mandatory credit/no credit basis.
  
  • EDD 761 - Research Learning Community Seminar: Preparation and Defense of a Dissertation Proposal (2)


    The second of five seminars embedded throughout the program to support student dissertation work. Provides a communal forum for collaborative peer engagement focused on preparation and defense of a dissertation proposal. Group processes will support and augment the primary work of students and their dissertation chairs and committees.

    Prerequisite(s): EDD 705  and EDD 706 , or permission from program director(s).
    Corequisite(s): EDD 753  or EDD 754 .
    Grading: This course is graded on a mandatory credit/no credit basis.
  
  • EDD 762 - Research Learning Community Seminar: Post-Proposal Dissertation Development (2)


    The third of five seminars embedded throughout the program to support student dissertation work. Provides a communal forum for collaborative peer engagement focused on topics germane to the dissertation. This seminar is focused on the integration and alignment of the preliminary dissertation work with presentation of the findings and results within a conceptual framework. Group processes will support and augment the primary work of students and their dissertation chairs and committees.

    Prerequisite(s): EDD 734  and EDD 735/735L , or permission from program director(s).
    Corequisite(s): EDD 800 .
    Grading: This course is graded on a mandatory credit/no credit basis.
  
  • EDD 763 - Research Learning Community Seminar: Advanced Dissertation Development (1)


    The fourth of five seminars embedded in the program to support student dissertation work. Provides a communal forum for collaborative peer engagement focused on topics germane to the dissertation. This seminar is focused on the advanced stage of dissertation development that includes presentation of conclusions, recommendations, and implications of the research inquiry. Group processes will support and augment the primary work of the students and their dissertation chairs and committees.

    Prerequisite(s): EDD 762  and EDD 800 , or permission from program director(s).
    Corequisite(s): EDD 800 .
    Grading: This course is graded on a mandatory credit/no credit basis.
  
  • EDD 764 - Research Learning Community Seminar: Preparation for Dissertation Completion and Defense (1)


    The final of five seminars embedded throughout the program to support student dissertation work. Provides a communal forum for collaborative peer engagement focused on topics germane to the dissertation. This seminar is focused on preparation for the completion and defense of the dissertation. Group processes will support and augment the primary work of the students with their dissertation chairs and committees. Final approval of the dissertation and the defense examination, as specified in Executive Order No. 991 (Article 7.3.6), requires a unanimous decision by the dissertation committee.

    Prerequisite(s): EDD 763  and EDD 800 , or permission from program director(s).
    Corequisite(s): EDD 800 .
    Grading: This course is graded on a mandatory credit/no credit basis.
  
  • EDD 799/799A/799L - Special Topics for Doctoral Students (1-4/1-4/1-4)


    Study and exploration of topics of current interest related to education.

    Prerequisite(s): Admitted to the Doctorate in Educational Leadership degree program and permission obtained from the program director(s).
    Component(s): The course may include lectures, seminars, and/or laboratory work, activity, research or a combination to be determined by the instructor(s) and program director(s).
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit is limited to 12 units with a maximum of 4 units per quarter.
  
  • EDD 800 - Dissertation (6)


    Designing and defending doctoral dissertations (three quarter course sequence). Candidates prepare their dissertations with faculty mentoring and support. Faculty mentoring and support on various topics related to advanced research design and data analysis, educational theory, practice, and policy. Limited to doctoral students who have completed all required core, specialization, and research courses.

    Prerequisite(s): Advancement to candidacy and pass dissertation proposal defense examination.
    Grading: This course is graded on a mandatory credit/no credit basis.
  
  • EDD 899 - Dissertation Continuation (0)


    Candidates not completing the dissertation in the three-year period of the program may, with approval of the program director(s), be granted a no-credit extension (in one-year increments, up to two additional years) to complete the dissertation. Students must register and render full payment of tuition and fees to maintain continuous enrollment throughout the extension period.

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of all program requirements except the dissertation and permission from the program director(s) for an extension to complete the dissertation.
    Grading: This course is graded on a mandatory credit/no credit basis.
    Note(s): The following conditions, as specified by Executive Order No. 991 (Article 10) shall apply: that the student is in good standing, that the extension is warranted by compelling individual circumstances, and that the student demonstrates current knowledge of research and practice in educational leadership. Further, during the period of extension, the Ed.D. program faculty shall determine what constitutes satisfactory progress at the end of each term.

Electrical and Computer Engineering

 Unless otherwise noted, all ECE courses are open only to CpE and EE majors.

  
  • ECE 109 - Introduction to Electrical Engineering (3)


    Introduction to the fundamental laws of electrical engineering, applications to circuit analysis, matrix methods. Product fee required.

    Prerequisite(s): C or better in MAT 114 .
    Corequisite(s): ECE 109L .
    Component(s): 3 lectures/problem-solving.
    Grading: Graded
    When Offered: Every quarter
  
  • ECE 109L - Introduction to Electrical Engineering Laboratory (1)


    Selected laboratory experiments emphasizing the use and operation of electrical test equipment. Product fee required.

    Prerequisite(s): C or better in MAT 114 .
    Corequisite(s): ECE 109 .
    Component(s): 1 three-hour laboratory.
    Grading: Graded
    When Offered: Every quarter
  
  • ECE 114 - C for Engineers (3)


    Computer programming for ECE. Problem-oriented computer language applications to electrical networks.

    Prerequisite(s): MAT 114 .
    Corequisite(s): ECE 114L .
    Component(s): 3 lectures/problem-solving.
    Grading: Graded
    When Offered: Every quarter
  
  • ECE 114L - Programming Laboratory for Engineers (1)


    This laboratory helps students to learn how to apply the ECE 114  course materials with hands-on computer programming exercises and engineering application. Students practice algorithm development, programming style, and debugging techniques in the computer laboratory.

    Prerequisite(s): MAT 114 .
    Corequisite(s): ECE 114 .
    Component(s): 1 three-hour laboratory.
    Grading: Graded
    When Offered: Every quarter
  
  • ECE 130 - Discrete Structures (4)


    Fundamental topics for computer engineering, including proof theory, sets and relations, functions and recursion, basic counting rules, permutations and combinations, probability, matrices, trees, and graphs.

    Prerequisite(s): ECE 114 /ECE 114L  or equivalent.
    Component(s): 4 lectures/problem solving.
    Grading: Graded
    When Offered: Fall and Winter
  
  • ECE 200 - Special Problems for Lower Division Students (1-2)


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

    Grading: Graded
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 4 units, maximum of 2 units per quarter.
    When Offered: Upon demand and resource availability
  
  • ECE 204 - Introduction to Combinational Logic (3)


    Analysis and design of combinational circuits. Use of HDL to synthesize combinational logic circuits.

    Prerequisite(s): ECE 109 /ECE 109L ; ECE 114 /ECE 114L ; and ENG 103 , ENG 104 , ENG 107 , ENG 109 , ENG 110 , IGE 120 , IGE 121 , or IGE 122 .
    Corequisite(s): ECE 204L .
    Component(s): 3 hours of lecture/problem solving.
    Grading: Graded
    When Offered: Every Quarter
  
  • ECE 204L - Introduction to Combinational Logic Laboratory (1)


    Design, implementation, and testing of combinational circuits.

    Prerequisite(s): ECE 109 /ECE 109L ; ECE 114 /ECE 114L ; and ENG 103 , ENG 104 , ENG 107  or ENG 109  or ENG 110 .
    Corequisite(s): ECE 204 .
    Component(s): 3 hours laboratory.
    Grading: Graded
    When Offered: Every Quarter
  
  • ECE 205 - Introduction to Sequential Logic (3)


    Analysis and design of finite state machines with state diagrams and ASM charts. Design of finite state machines with HDL. Implementation of finite state machines with FPGAs.

    Prerequisite(s): ECE 204 /ECE 204L .
    Corequisite(s): ECE 205L .
    Component(s): 3 hours lecture/problem solving.
    Grading: Graded
    When Offered: Every Quarter
  
  • ECE 205L - Introduction to Sequential Logic Laboratory (1)


    Implementation of finite state machines with FPGA’s using Verilog.

    Prerequisite(s): ECE 204 /ECE 204L .
    Corequisite(s): ECE 205 .
    Component(s): 3 hours laboratory.
    Grading: Graded
    When Offered: Every Quarter
  
  • ECE 207 - Network Analysis I (3)


    An introduction to network analysis in the time domain using differential equations with computer applications. Product fee required.

    Prerequisite(s): ECE 109L ; MAT 224  or MAT 216 ; PHY 133 ; C- or better in ECE 109 ; and ENG 103 , ENG 104 , ENG 107 , ENG 109 , ENG 110 , IGE 120 , IGE 121 , or IGE 122 .
    Component(s): 3 lectures/problem-solving.
    Grading: Graded
    When Offered: Every Quarter
  
  • ECE 207L - Network Analysis I Laboratory (1)


    Selected laboratory exercises in electrical networks. Product fee required.

    Prerequisite(s): ECE 109L , ECE 207 , and PHY 133L .
    Component(s): 1 three-hour laboratory.
    Grading: Graded
    When Offered: Every Quarter
  
  • ECE 209 - Network Analysis II (3)


    An introduction to network analysis in the frequency domain with computer applications. Product fee required.

    Prerequisite(s): C- or better in ECE 207 .
    Component(s): 3 lectures/problem-solving.
    Grading: Graded
    When Offered: Every Quarter
  
  • ECE 209L - Network Analysis II Laboratory (1)


    Selected laboratory exercises in electrical networks. Product fee required.

    Prerequisite(s): ECE 209 , ECE 207L .
    Component(s): 1 three-hour laboratory.
    Grading: Graded
    When Offered: Every Quarter
  
  • ECE 220 - Electronic Devices and Circuits (4)


    Structure, characteristics, operation and biasing fundamentals of 2 and 3-terminal semiconductor devices, i.e., diodes, FETs and BJTs. Biasing, bias stability, load line methods and use of transfer curves to bias and design simple amplifier and inverter configurations. Introduction to small-signal parameters. Introduction to CMOS. Product fee required.

    Prerequisite(s): C- or better in ECE 207 .
    Pre or Corequisite(s): ECE 209 .
    Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.
    Grading: Graded
    When Offered: Every Quarter
  
  • ECE 220L - Electronics Laboratory (1)


    Experiments dealing with common types of semiconductor devices: Diodes and applications (rectifier, clipper, clamper); MOSFETs & BJTs. Device characterization, biasing and analysis/design of basic configurations. Product fee required.

    Prerequisite(s): C- or better in ECE 220 .
    Component(s): 1 three-hour laboratory.
    Grading: Graded
    When Offered: Every Quarter
  
  • ECE 231/231L - Elements of Electrical Engineering (3/1)


    Electrical principles, DC and AC circuit analysis, simple transients, three-phase circuits, magnetics and transformers for non-electrical engineering majors.

    Prerequisite(s): ARO Major or CHE Major or CPE Major or EE Major or IE Major or MFE Major or ME Major; PHY 133 ; MAT 116  or MAT 214  or MAT 215  or MAT 216  or MAT 224 .
    Corequisite(s): ECE 231/ECE 231L.
    Component(s): 3 lectures/problem-solving. 1 three-hour laboratory.
    Grading: Graded
    When Offered: Every Quarter
  
  • ECE 256 - Object Oriented Programming (4)


    Class encapsulation, inheritance, polymorphism, object storage management, and exception handling. Program debugging, software reuse and object-oriented programming.

    Prerequisite(s): ECE 114 /ECE 114L .
    Component(s): 4 lectures/problem solving.
    Grading: Graded
    When Offered: Fall and Winter
  
  • ECE 257 - Programming for Engineering Applications (4)


    Introduction to MATLAB and Simulink programming with applications for ECE. Development and debugging of programs using MATLAB and Simulink. Introduction of selected MATLAB toolboxes.

    Prerequisite(s): ECE 109 , ECE 114 /ECE 114L .
    Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.
    Grading: Graded
    When Offered: Fall and Winter
  
  • ECE 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): or consent of the instructor.
    Component(s): Instruction is by lecture, laboratory or a combination.
    Grading: Graded
    Minimum/Maximum Units: Total credit limited to 8 units, with a maximum of 4 units per quarter.
    When Offered: Upon demand and resource availability
  
  • ECE 302 - Electromagnetic Fields (4)


    Maxwell’s equations and electromagnetic concepts. Introduction to static and time varying fields; plane waves, boundary conditions, and transmission line equations. Applications to analog and digital circuits.

    Prerequisite(s): PHY 133 , MAT 215 , MAT 224 , ECE 204 , and ECE 220 .
    Component(s): 4 lectures/problem-solving.
    Grading: Graded
    When Offered: Every Quarter
  
  • ECE 304 - Data Structures for Engineers (4)


    Implementation of data structures using C++ programming language. Utilization of data structures such as stacks, linked lists, trees and graphs in solving engineering problems. Use of C++ standard template library (STL) in code development

    Prerequisite(s): ECE 130 , ECE 256 , and MAT 224 .
    Component(s): Four lecture/problem solving sessions.
    Grading: Graded
    When Offered: Fall and Winter
  
  • ECE 306 - Discrete Time Signals and Systems (4)


    Time and frequency domain analysis of discrete time signals and systems.

    Prerequisite(s): ECE 209 .
    Component(s): 4 lecture/problem-solving.
    Grading: Graded
    When Offered: Every Quarter
  
  • ECE 306L - Discrete Time Signals and Systems Laboratory (1)


    Selected experiments and simulations of continuous-time and discrete-time signals and systems.

    Prerequisite(s): ECE 306 .
    Grading: Graded
    When Offered: Every Quarter
 

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