May 15, 2024  
2014-2015 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2014-2015 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 Courses numbered from 101–299 are lower-division courses, primarily for freshmen and sophomores; those numbered from 300–499 are upper-division courses, primarily for juniors and seniors. The numbers 296, 396, 496, and 596 designate individual study courses and are available for registration by prior arrangement with the course instructor and approval of the department chair.

The number in parentheses following the course title indicates the amount of credit each course carries. Variable credit courses include the minimum and maximum number of the credits within parentheses.

Not all of the courses are offered every quarter. Final confirmation of courses to be offered, information on new courses and programs, as well as a list of hours, instructor, titles of courses and places of class meetings, is available online in My CWU which can be accessed through the the CWU home page, and go to www.cwu.edu/registrar/course-information

 

Mathematics

  
  • MATH 406 - Modern Algebra for Teachers


    Description:
    This course focuses on conceptual and procedural development of algebra including logic, algebraic reasoning, equations, inequalities, patterns, sequences, functions, modeling, and polynomial algebra. Concepts are taught from a problem solving perspective using appropriate technology.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisites: MATH 153 and MATH 216.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • MATH 407 - Mathematics Honors Seminar - Upper-level


    Description:
    Introduction to new areas of mathematics. Exposure to open problems in mathematics, and to the practice of modern research mathematics.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: junior standing or higher.

    Credits: (1)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated up to 12 credits.
  
  • MATH 410A - Advanced Statistical Methods I


    Description:
    A thorough treatment of regression and correlation. Chi-square and other enumeration statistics. Non-parametric statistical principles of experimental design. Examples will be from a variety of fields.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MATH 311 with a grade of C or higher.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • MATH 410B - Advanced Statistical Methods II


    Description:
    A thorough treatment of regression and correlation. Chi-square and other enumeration statistics. Non-parametric statistical principles of experimental design. Examples will be from a variety of fields.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MATH 410A with a grade of C or higher.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • MATH 411A - Probability Theory


    Description:
    Principal topics include: combinatorial theory, conditional probability, random variables, expectation and moments, generating functions, various discrete and continuous distributions, law of large numbers, central limit theorem.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MATH 273 with a grade of C or higher.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • MATH 411B - Mathematical Statistics I


    Description:
    Derived distributions, point and interval estimation, hypothesis testing. Correlation and regression theory. Distribution free methods. Bayesian inference.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MATH 411A with a grade of C or higher.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • MATH 411C - Mathematical Statistics II


    Description:
    Derived distributions, point and interval estimation, hypothesis testing. Correlation and regression theory. Distribution free methods. Bayesian inference.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MATH 411B with a grade of C or higher.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • MATH 413 - Introduction to Stochastic Processes


    Description:
    The Wiener Process, conditional probability and conditional expectation. Stationary and evolutionary processes. Various Poisson processes. Renewal counting processes. Discrete parameter Markov chains.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MATH 411A with a grade of C or higher.

    Credits: (5)

    Notes:
    Put on reserve 9/16/2014, will go inactive 8/24/2017.
  
  • MATH 414 - Time Series Analysis


    Description:
    Model building, parameter estimation, diagnostic checking of time series data; ARIMA models and forecasting. Analysis of seasonal models.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Co- or prerequisite: MATH 410B.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • MATH 416A - Actuarial Science Problems II


    Description:
    Students discuss and present problems in probability and mathematical statistics important for actuaries.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MATH 411B with a grade of C or higher.

    Credits: (1-2)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated up to 3 credits.
  
  • MATH 416B - Actuarial Science Problems III


    Description:
    Review of topics in financial mathematics important for actuaries, including time value of money, annuities, loans, bonds, and derivatives markets.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Co- or prerequisite: MATH 418C.

    Credits: (2)

  
  • MATH 417A - Loss Models I


    Description:
    Modeling process, calibration, and evaluation. Analyzing data, determining a suitable model including parameter values, and providing measures.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MATH 411A with a grade of C or higher.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • MATH 417B - Loss Models II


    Description:
    Modeling process, calibration, and evaluation. Analyzing data, determining a suitable model including parameter values, and providing measures of confidence for decisions based upon the model.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MATH 417A with a grade of C or higher.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • MATH 417C - Loss Models III


    Description:
    Modeling process, calibration, and evaluation. Analyzing data, determining a suitable model including parameter values, and providing measures of confidence for decisions based upon the model.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MATH 417B with a grade of C or higher.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • MATH 418A - Financial Mathematics I


    Description:
    Fundamental concepts and calculations for cash flows as a basis for future use in reserving, valuation, pricing, asset/liability management, investment ,and capital budgeting.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MATH 173 with a grade of C or higher.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • MATH 418B - Financial Mathematics II


    Description:
    Fundamental concepts and calculations for cash flows as a basis for future use in:reserving, valuation, pricing, asset/liability management, investment, and capital budgeting.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MATH 418A with a grade of C or higher.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • MATH 418C - Financial Mathematics III


    Description:
    Introduction to financial instruments, including derivatives, and the concept of no-arbitrage as it relates to financial mathematics. Introduction to financial economics and key terms: derivatives, forwards, short and long positions, cal and put options, spreads, collars, hedging, arbitrage, and swaps.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MATH 418B with a grade of C or higher.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • MATH 419A - Actuarial Mathematics I


    Description:
    Mathematics of analyzing and pricing insurance, annuities, and pension products. Life contingencies, risk theory, and techniques in reserving and valuation.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MATH 411A with a grade of C or higher.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • MATH 419B - Actuarial Mathematics II


    Description:
    Mathematics of analyzing and pricing insurance, annuities, and pension products. Life contingencies, risk theory, and techniques in reserving and valuation.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MATH 419A with a grade of C or higher.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • MATH 419C - Actuarial Mathematics III


    Description:
    Mathematics of analyzing and pricing insurance, annuities, and pension products. Life contingencies, risk theory, and techniques in reserving and valuation.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MATH 419B with a grade of C or higher.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • MATH 430 - Introduction to Theory of Numbers


    Description:
    Euclidean algorithm, fundamental theorem of arithmetic, Diophantine equations, primitive roots and indices, and other number theory topics.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MATH 260 with a grade of C or higher.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • MATH 440 - Mathematical Theory of Financial Economics


    Description:
    Concepts, principles, and techniques needed for the professional actuarial SOA/CAS Exam MFE are covered in this course. Topics to explore include interest rate models, bond price models, rational valuation of derivative securities, and delta-hedging as risk management techniques.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisites: MATH 411B and MATH 418C.

    Credits: (5)

  
  • MATH 451 - Topology I


    Description:
    An introduction to point-set and algebraic topology. Topics may include metric spaces, topological spaces, homotopy theory, and the fundamental group.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisites: MATH 260 and MATH 265 with grades of C or higher.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • MATH 452 - Topology II


    Description:
    An introduction to point-set and algebraic topology. Topics may include metric spaces, topological spaces, homotopy theory, and the fundamental group.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MATH 451 with a grade of C or higher.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • MATH 453 - Topology III


    Description:
    An introduction to point-set and algebraic topology. Topics may include metric spaces, topological spaces, homotopy theory, and the fundamental group.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • MATH 455 - College Geometry II


    Description:
    Introduction to non-Euclidean geometry including history, deductive reasoning, and topics in hyperbolic and elliptical geometry.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisites: MATH 355 and MATH 260 with grades of C or higher.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • MATH 461 - Abstract Algebra I


    Description:
    Algebraic structures such as groupoids, groups, rings, and fields.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisites: MATH 260 and MATH 265 with grades of C or higher.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • MATH 462 - Abstract Algebra II


    Description:
    Algebraic structures such as groupoids, groups, rings, and fields.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MATH 461 with a grade of a C or higher.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • MATH 463 - Abstract Algebra III


    Description:
    Algebraic structures such as groupoids, groups, rings, and fields.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MATH 462 with a grade of C or higher.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • MATH 471 - Advanced Analysis I


    Description:
    Further development of properties of calculus.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisites: MATH 260 and MATH 273 with grades of C or higher.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • MATH 472 - Advanced Analysis II


    Description:
    Further development of properties of calculus.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MATH 471 with a grade of C or higher.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • MATH 473 - Advanced Analysis III


    Description:
    Further development of properties of calculus.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MATH 472 with a grade of C or higher.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • MATH 475 - Applied Analysis I


    Description:
    Selected topics from advanced analysis especially useful to the engineer, chemist, physicist, and applied mathematician.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MATH 376 with a grade of C or higher.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • MATH 476 - Applied Analysis II


    Description:
    Selected topics from advanced analysis especially useful to the engineer, chemist, physicist, and applied mathematician.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MATH 475 with a grade of C or higher.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • MATH 477 - Applied Analysis III


    Description:
    Selected topics from advanced analysis especially useful to the engineer, chemist, physicist, and applied mathematician.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MATH 476 with a grade of C or higher.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • MATH 486 - Mathematical Modeling for Middle-level Teaching


    Description:
    Teacher candidates will create and analyze mathematical models in relation to the CCSS-Math content domains using appropriate technology. They will design real-world math tasks that highlight the use of models for making sense of mathematics.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisites: MATH 406 and admission to the middle-level math major and application to the Teacher Certification Program.

    Credits: (4)

  
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    MATH 490 - Cooperative Education


    Description:
    An individualized, contracted field experience with business, industry, government, or social service agencies. This contractual arrangement involves a student learning plan, cooperating employer supervision, and faculty coordination.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: prior approval required.

    Credits: (1-12)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated for credit.
    Grading Basis
    Grade will either be S or U.
  
  • MATH 491 - Workshop


    Description:
    The title of the workshop and the credit to be earned shall be determined at the time the workshop is approved. Designed to give an opportunity for individual and group study of problems in mathematics.

    Credits: (1-6)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated for credit.
  
  • MATH 495 - Undergraduate Research


    Credits: (1)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated up to 5 credits.
  
  
  • MATH 498 - Special Topics


    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • MATH 499 - Seminar


    Credits: (1-5)

  
  • MATH 499E - Senior Seminar: Secondary Mathematics


    Description:
    Individualized projects using oral presentations and written electronic portfolio to show mastery in all program outcomes for teaching secondary mathematics.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MATH 325.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • MATH 499S - Senior Seminar


    Description:
    Individualized projects using oral presentations and written portfolio to show mastery in all program outcomes for mathematics.

    Credits: (2)


McNair Scholars

  
  • MCNA 301 - Introduction to the McNair Scholars Program


    Description:
    A seminar designed to introduce students to the McNair Program and guide them through the steps of identifying a faculty mentor and choosing a research topic.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: admission into the McNair Scholar Program.

    Credits: (1)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated up to 2 credits.
  
  • MCNA 302 - Finding a Graduate School


    Description:
    A seminar designed to assist McNair Scholar students identify prospective graduate schools in their field of study.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MCNA 301 and admission into the McNair Scholars Program..

    Credits: (1)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated up to 2 credits.
  
  • MCNA 303 - Completing the Graduate School Application


    Description:
    A seminar designed to assist McNair Scholar students to complete their graduate school application materials.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MCNA 302 and admission into the McNair Scholars Program..

    Credits: (1)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated up to 2 credits.
    Grading Basis
    Grade will either be S or U.
  
  • MCNA 395 - Undergraduate Research Methods


    Description:
    An introduction to the steps of writing a research proposal.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: admission to the McNair Scholars Program.

    Credits: (2)

  
  • MCNA 401 - Conquering the Graduate Record Exam


    Description:
    This course is designed to prepare junior and seniors who plan to pursue masters or doctoral programs that require GRE scores. Topics include test-taking strategies for the verbal, quantitative and writing assessments.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: junior or senior status.

    Credits: (3)

    Consent
    Grade will be S or U.
    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated up to 6 credits.

Mechanical Engineering Technology

  
  • MET 255 - Machining


    Description:
    Basic operations and technical information concerning common metal working machines and metal machining processes.

    Credits: (4)

    Notes:
    Two hours lecture and four hours laboratory per week.
  
  • MET 257 - Casting Processes


    Description:
    Theory and practice in green sand, shell core, permanent mold, no bake, and evaporation casting processes.

    Credits: (4)

    Notes:
    Two hours lecture and four hours laboratory per week.
  
  • MET 310 - Hydraulics/Pneumatics


    Description:
    A study of the application, controls, and uses of air and liquid for the transmission of power.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: IET 210 or permission.

    Credits: (4)

    Notes:
    Two hours lecture and four hours laboratory per week.
  
  • MET 314 - Applied Thermodynamics


    Description:
    Properties of pure substances, first and second laws of thermodynamics, enthalpy and entropy, perfect gases, Carnot cycle, steam cycles, refrigeration cycles, mixtures of perfect gases, chemical reactions, and combustion. Four hours lecture per week.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisites: MATH 173 and PHYS 182 or PHYS 112. Co-requisite: MET 314LAB.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • MET 314LAB - Applied Thermodynamics Laboratory


    Description:
    Practical application of thermodynamics systems teaching First and Second Law of Thermodynamics principles. Lab work includes usage of state-of-the-art instrumentation and data systems.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Corequisite: MET 314. Prerequisites: MATH 173 and either PHYS 182 or 112.

    Credits: (1)

  
  • MET 315 - Fluid Dynamics


    Description:
    Fluid statics, continuity, Bernoulli, and the general energy equation, laminar and turbulent flow, friction losses in pipes and ducts, pump performance and selection, compressible flow, and fluid measurements. Four hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisites: IET 311 and MET 314.

    Credits: (5)

  
  • MET 316 - Applied Heat Transfer


    Description:
    Steady and unsteady state heat conduction, free convection, forced convection in tubes, forced convection over exterior surfaces, radiation heat transfer, change in phase heat transfer, heat exchangers, and heat pipes. Four hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MET 315.

    Credits: (5)

  
  • MET 320 - Fundamentals of Laser Technology


    Description:
    Overview of laser technology with emphasis on laser characteristics, safety, and applications.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: PHYS 113.

    Credits: (4)

    Notes:
    Four hours lecture per week.
  
  • MET 327 - Technical Dynamics


    Description:
    Topics: rectilinear and curvilinear motion, rotational kinematics, work, energy and power, linear impulse and momentum, angular impulse and momentum, rigid body motion, relative motion, and vibrations.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: IET 311. Co-requisite: MET 327LAB.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • MET 327LAB - Technical Dynamics Laboratory


    Description:
    Practical application of dynamical systems including usage of state-of-the-art instrumentation and data recording systems.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: IET 311. Co-requisite: MET 327.

    Credits: (1)

  
  • MET 345 - Production Technology


    Description:
    Mass production principles, organization for production, product engineering, production system design, jig, and fixture development, special problems in production.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • MET 351 - Metallurgy/Materials and Processes


    Description:
    Ferrous and nonferrous metals and alloys; polymeric, ceramic, and cellular materials; use of phase diagrams, cooling curves, stress-strain diagrams, and metallography.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisites: CHEM 111 or CHEM 181.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • MET 355 - Advanced Machining and CNC Programming


    Description:
    Machining of metallic and non-metallic materials on automated equipment; mass production technology; programming and operation of CNC equipment.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MET 255.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • MET 357 - Welding/Fabrication


    Description:
    Theory and practice in arc welding, oxyacetylene welding and cutting, MIG, TIG, and plastic welding.

    Credits: (4)

    Notes:
    Two hours lecture and four hours laboratory per week.
  
  • MET 382 - Plastics and Composites


    Description:
    Composition, characteristics, and classifications of plastics and composite materials incorporating industrial applications, processing, and fabrication.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisites: CHEM 111 and CHEM 111LAB, or CHEM 181 and CHEM 181LAB.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • MET 388 - Tool Design


    Description:
    Principles of tool design for material removal, work holding, press working, joining and inspection processes with emphasis on inventive ability and problem solving.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisites: IET 160 or IET 265, and MET 255.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • MET 411 - Energy Systems I


    Description:
    Power generation, energy reserves, fuels, reciprocating machines, internal combustion engines, rotating compressors, axial flow turbines, and gas turbine power.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MET 316.

    Credits: (5)

    Notes:
    Four hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week.
  
  • MET 412 - Alternative Energy Systems


    Description:
    Comprehensive overview of alternative energy technology including societal issues, energy reserves, fossil, nuclear, solar, wind, geothermal, hydrogen and biomass energy sources, and advanced energy conversion systems.

    Credits: (5)

  
  • MET 418 - Mechanical Design I


    Description:
    Mechanical design principles including material and device responses to complex loading and optimization of energy system and mechanical drives.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: IET 265 and MET 327 and MET 426.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • MET 418LAB - Mechanical Design I Laboratory


    Description:
    Practical application of mechanical design principles. Lab work includes design and or evaluation of modern mechanical devices, concepts and systems.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisites: IET 265, MET 327, MET 418, and MET 426.

    Credits: (1)

  
  • MET 419 - Mechanical Design II


    Description:
    Fasteners, welds, machine frames, pressure vessels, hydraulic cylinders, electrical motors, and actuators.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MET 418.

    Credits: (5)

    Notes:
    Four hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week.
  
  • MET 420 - Finite Element Analysis


    Description:
    Computerized modeling of structural, vibrational, and thermal design problems.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisites: IET 160 and MET 426.

    Credits: (4)

    Notes:
    Two hours lecture and four hours laboratory.
  
  • MET 423 - Computer-aided Design and Manufacturing


    Description:
    Integrates Computer-aided Design (CAD) and Computer-aided Manufacturing (CAM).

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisites: IET 160, MET 255, and MET 418.

    Credits: (4)

    Notes:
    Three hours lecture and two hours laboratory per week.
  
  • MET 426 - Applications in Strength of Materials


    Description:
    Topics support stress analysis and design. Laboratory activities include material strength, hardness, impact testing, strain gage technology, photoelasticity, ultrasonics, and eddy current.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisites: IET 312 and MET 351.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • MET 483 - Ceramics and Composites


    Description:
    Composition, characterization, and classification of ceramics and related composite materials incorporating industrial applications, processing, and fabrication.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisites: CHEM 111 and CHEM 111LAB, or CHEM 181 and CHEM 181LAB.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • MET 488 - Professional Certification Exam Preparation


    Description:
    A comprehensive review of professional mechanical engineering principles and technical skills in preparation for the national certification examination.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MET 418.

    Credits: (2)

    Grading Basis
    Grade will either be S or U.
  
  • MET 495A - Senior Project I


    Description:
    The senior project is a capstone course that integrates all the major elements of the MET curriculum in a project related activity. The topic is chosen by the student in concurrence with the instructor and must include elements of planning, design, and analysis (Phase I), construction (Phase II), and test and evaluation (Phase III). Collaboration with representatives of industry, government agencies, or community institutions is encouraged. As an alternative, it will be possible to select a design study for the senior project for all three quarters, providing it is sufficiently comprehensive and approved by the MET advisor.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MET 315.

    Credits: (3)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated for credit.
    Notes:
    Course must be taken in sequence.
  
  • MET 495B - Senior Project II


    Description:
    The senior project is a capstone course that integrates all the major elements of the MET curriculum in a project related activity. The topic is chosen by the student in concurrence with the instructor and must include elements of planning, design, and analysis (Phase I), construction (Phase II), and test and evaluation (Phase III). Collaboration with representatives of industry, government agencies, or community institutions is encouraged. As an alternative, it will be possible to select a design study for the senior project for all three quarters, providing it is sufficiently comprehensive and approved by the MET advisor.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MET 495A.

    Credits: (3)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated for credit.
    Notes:
    Course must be taken in sequence.
  
  • MET 495C - Senior Project III


    Description:
    The senior project is a capstone course that integrates all the major elements of the MET curriculum in a project related activity. The topic is chosen by the student in concurrence with the instructor and must include elements of planning, design, and analysis (Phase I), construction (Phase II), and test and evaluation (Phase III). Collaboration with representatives of industry, government agencies, or community institutions is encouraged. As an alternative, it will be possible to select a design study for the senior project for all three quarters, providing it is sufficiently comprehensive and approved by the MET advisor.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MET 495B.

    Credits: (3)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated for credit.
    Notes:
    Course must be taken in sequence.

Military Science and Leadership

  
  • MSL 101 - Foundations of Officership


    Description:
    Introduces students to issues and competencies that are central to a commissioned officer’s responsibilities. Establishes framework for understanding officership, leadership, Army values, and life skills, such as physical fitness and time management.

    Credits: (1)

    Notes:
    Open to all students.
  
  • MSL 102 - Basic Leadership


    Description:
    Establishes foundation of basic fundamentals such as problem solving, communications, briefings, effective writing, goal setting, techniques for improving listening and speaking skills, and an introduction to counseling.

    Credits: (2)

    Notes:
    Open to all students.
  
  • MSL 103 - Advanced Leadership


    Description:
    Studies in problem solving, communications, effective writing, goal setting, techniques of listening, advanced speaking skills and professional counseling.

    Credits: (2)

    Notes:
    Open to all students.
  
  • MSL 201 - Individual Leadership Studies


    Description:
    Students identify successful leadership characteristics through personal experience and observation of others during hands-on team building exercises. Explores persuasion techniques and the continuum of guidance to determine leadership styles.

    Credits: (2)

    Notes:
    Open to all students.
  
  • MSL 202 - Leadership and Teamwork


    Description:
    Examines how to build successful teams, various methods for influencing action, effective communication in setting and achieving goals, the importance of timing the decision, creativity in the problem solving process, and obtaining team buy-in through immediate feedback.

    Credits: (2)

    Notes:
    Open to all students.
  
  • MSL 211 - Land Navigation


    Description:
    Principles of land navigation and orienteering with practical field applications.

    Credits: (2)

  
  • MSL 212 - Leadership Laboratory


    Description:
    Practical experience in leadership and basic military skills.

    Credits: (1)

    Repeatable for Credit
    May be repeated for credit.
  
  • MSL 292 - Leader’s Training Course, Internship


    Description:
    Basic military skills and leadership techniques taught at Ft. Knox, Kentucky, during the summer. Qualifies the student for enrollment in the ROTC advanced course. Training emphasizes leadership development and can be taken in place of the basic  course. Students receive pay, food, lodging, and travel expenses to and from Ft. Knox.

    Credits: (8)

    Consent
    By permission.
  
  • MSL 293 - Ranger Challenge Training


    Description:
    Prepares students to compete as a team member on the CWU Ranger Challenge team.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Corequisite: PEF 118.

    Credits: (2)

  
  
  • MSL 298 - Special Topics


    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • MSL 301 - Leadership and Problem Solving


    Description:
    Students conduct self-assessment of leadership style, develop personal fitness regimen, and learn to plan and conduct individual/small unit tactical training while testing reasoning and problem solving techniques. Students receive direct feedback on leadership abilities. Required for commissioning.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MSL 102.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • MSL 301LAB - Military Science and Tactics III Laboratory


    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Corequisite: MSL 301.

    Credits: (1)

    Notes:
    Requires concurrent enrollment in MSL 301. Practical experience and application in first aid, weapons, communications, and advanced land navigation.
  
  • MSL 302 - Leadership and Ethics


    Description:
    Students learn small-group leadership methods with emphasis on problem solving and dealing with situational change required for commissioning.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MSL 301.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • MSL 302LAB - Military Science and Tactics III Laboratory


    Description:
    Practical experience and application in small-unit leadership techniques, and small-unit tactics.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Corequisite: MSL 302.

    Credits: (1)

  
  • MSL 303 - Leadership and Small Group Tactics


    Description:
    Students learn and demonstrate small-unit tactics and land navigation methods while using advanced problem-solving techniques. Emphasis on decision making and communication skills. Required for commissioning.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MSL 302.

    Credits: (3)

  
  • MSL 303LAB - Military Science and Tactics III Laboratory


    Description:
    Practical experience integration of small-unit tactics, land navigation, techniques of fire support, and military skills.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Corequisite: MSL 303.

    Credits: (1)

  
  • MSL 314 - Military History of the United States


    Description:
    A comprehensive and systematic survey and analysis of the American military experience from colonial times through the Vietnam War. MSL 314 and HIST 314 are cross-listed courses; students may not receive credit for both.

    Credits: (5)

  
  • MSL 392 - Leader Development and Assessment Course Preparation


    Description:
    Practical exercise in small-unit leadership and tactics. Prepares the student for leader development and assessment course.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MSL 302.

    Credits: (2)

  
  • MSL 398 - Special Topics


    Credits: (1-6)

  
  • MSL 401 - Leadership and Management


    Description:
    Develops student proficiency in planning and executing complex operations, functioning as a member of a staff, and mentoring subordinates. Students explore training management, methods of effective staff collaboration, and developmental counseling techniques. Required for commissioning.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MSL 303.

    Credits: (4)

  
  • MSL 402 - Officership


    Description:
    Study includes case analysis of military culture and practical exercises on establishing a command climate. Students must complete a quarter-long Senior Leadership Project that requires them to plan, organize, collaborate, analyze, and demonstrate their leadership skills. Required for commissioning.

    Prerequisites & Notes:
    Prerequisite: MSL 401.

    Credits: (4)

 

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