| Course | Title | Credits | Description |
| CE300 | FUND OF ENGR MECH AND DESIGN | 3.0 | The engineering design process and the method of design are introduced. Principles of equilibrium are used to analyze forces on statically determinate rigid bodies and structures to include trusses and frames. The behavior of deformable bodies under axi |
| CE364 | MECHANICS OF MATERIALS | 3.5 | This course studies the behavior of a variety of materials under normal, shear, torsional, bending and combined loads. The concepts of stress, strain, creep, corrosion, fatigue and material properties are explored. The course examines observed behavior i |
| CE380 | HYDROLOGY/HYDRAULIC DESIGN | 3.5 | Hydrologic and hydraulic principles are applied in the analysis and design of water control structures. Specifically, the following concepts are studied: prediction of floods, movement of floods through natural and man-made channels, and open channel hy |
| CE390 | CIVIL ENGINEERING SITE DESIGN | 3.5 | This course provides cadets the necessary background to select and develop sites for civil engineering structures as well as review the work of others. Proper site selection and engineering have a significant impact on the economics of a project and long |
| CE404 | DESIGN OF STEEL STRUCTURES | 3.0 | This course teaches the engineering thought process through the design of steel structures. The course synthesizes the fundamentals of statics, mechanics of materials, and structural analysis and applies them to the design of structural members, with emp |
| CE450 | INFRASTRUC DEV & CONST MNGNT | 3.0 | This course focuses on the implementation portion of the design process. The management of construction is covered to include scope of work, rough order-of-magnitude estimating, scheduling, planning, progress reporting, resource constraining, and quality |
| CE471 | WOOD AND MASONRY DESIGN | 3.0 | This course teaches the engineering thought process through the design of wood and masonry structures. The course synthesizes the fundamentals of statics, mechanics of materials, and structural analysis and applies them to the design of structural member |
| CE472 | ADV SOIL MECHNCS/FNDTN ENGRNG | 3.0 | Students will extend what they learned in Soil Mechanics and Foundation Engineering and design advanced foundations in this course. Topics covered are: slope stability, field testing, field instrumentation, designing braced excavations, designing piles a |
| CE483 | DSGN REINFRCD CNCRTE STRUCT | 3.5 | The course introduces the materials and mechanical properties of concrete, and the design of reinforced concrete structures. Mix design and strength testing labs develop the concept of proportioning constituents for quality concrete and provide a backgro |
| CE489 | ADV IND STUDY CIVIL ENGRING | 3.0 | The cadet, on an individual or small group basis, pursues advanced study of a research or design topic in civil engineering. The scope of the course is tailored to the needs of the project and desires of the cadet, in consultation with the Faculty Adviso |
| CE490 | TOPICS IN CIVIL ENGINEERING | 3.0 | This course provides in-depth study of a special topic in engineering mechanics or in structural, geotechnical, environmental, water resources, construction, or transportation engineering not offered elsewhere in the USMA curriculum. The course is intend |
| CE491 | ADV STRUCTURAL ANALYSIS | 3.0 | This course builds upon the material covered in CE403/453 to develop a better understanding of structural behavior. Matrix analysis methods, including an introduction to finite elements, are developed as the basis for modern, computer-based structural an |
| CH101 | GENERAL CHEMISTRY I | 3.0 | This course provides a solid background in chemistry principles and applications. It includes a study of the nature of matter, its atomic and molecular structure, and the associated energies involved. Fundamental concepts, principles, theories, and laws |
| CH151 | ADV GENERAL CHEMISTRY I | 3.0 | An advanced coverage of the concepts and principles covered in CH101-102 including a more in-depth laboratory program with emphasis on instrumental analysis. |
| CH357 | MICROBIOLOGY | 3.5 | This course introduces the diversity of microorganisms in all three domains of life. The course covers prokaryotic cell structure and function, growth, genetics, and metabolism. The course will survey five major groups of microorganisms: eubacteria, ar |
| CH362 | MASS & ENERGY BALANCES | 3.0 | Introduction to mass and energy balances in single phase and multiphase, nonreactive and reactive systems. Course topics include an introduction to engineering calculations and process variables, use of computers in solving chemical engineering problems, |
| CH363 | SEPARATION PROCESSES | 3.0 | This course covers methods for the physical separation of chemicals. Topics include dew point and bubble point calculations, adiabatic flash, distillation, chromatography, liquid-liquid and gas-liquid absorption. Students are taught the significance of |
| CH371 | INTRO TO ANALYTICAL CHEM | 3.5 | The course teaches the fundamental concepts of analytical chemistry. Topics include acid-base equilibria, redox potentials, compleximetric titrimetry, separations, electrochemistry, and absorption spectroscopy. The course provides an overview of modern |
| CH383 | ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I | 3.5 | Organic chemistry I is an introduction to the relationship between chemical structure and the physical and chemical properties of molecules. A qualitative description of structure and bonding is presented. The relationships between free energy changes a |
| CH385 | INTRODUCTION TO CELL BIOLOGY | 3.5 | The course will cover the structure and function of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells. The course will present an introduction to biomolecules and detailed discussion of the cell cycle; DNA replication; gene structure, expression, and replication; organel |
| CH388 | GENETICS | 3.0 | Genetics is the science of heredity. It is concerned with the physical and chemical properties an organism’s genome, how the genome is transmitted from one generation to the next, and how genes are expressed in the development and function of an organism. |
| CH400A | LAB TCHNQS-ANALYTICAL CHEM | 1.5 | Subcourses are designed to provide in-depth knowledge and ability in specific laboratory techniques in chemistry, chemical engineering, and the life sciences. Each subcourse is designed to get the cadet into the lab and learn by hands-on doing of each te |
| CH400B | LAB TCHNQS-BIOCHEMISTRY | 1.5 | Subcourses are designed to provide in-depth knowledge and ability in specific laboratory techniques in chemistry, chemical engineering, and the life sciences. Each subcourse is designed to get the cadet into the lab and learn by hands-on doing of each te |
| CH400C | LAB TCHNQS-INORGANIC CHEM | 1.5 | Subcourses are designed to provide in-depth knowledge and ability in specific laboratory techniques in chemistry, chemical engineering, and the life sciences. Each subcourse is designed to get the cadet into the lab and learn by hands-on doing of each te |
| CH400D | LAB TCHNQS-MOLECULAR CHEM | 1.5 | Subcourses are designed to provide in-depth knowledge and ability in specific laboratory techniques in chemistry, chemical engineering, and the life sciences. Each subcourse is designed to get the cadet into the lab and learn by hands-on doing of each te |
| CH400E | LAB TCHNQS-CHEMICAL ENGR | 1.5 | Designed to provide in-depth knowledge and ability in specific laboratory techniques in chemical engineering. This course is designed to get the cadet into the lab and learn by hands-on doing of each technique taught. Meeting times will be arranged at the |
| CH400F | LAB TCHNQS-ORGANIC CHEM | 1.5 | Subcourses are designed to provide in-depth knowledge and ability in specific laboratory techniques in chemistry, chemical engineering, and the life sciences. Each subcourse is designed to get the cadet into the lab and learn by hands-on doing of each te |
| CH400G | LAB TCHNQS-POLYMER CHEM | 1.5 | Subcourses are designed to provide in-depth knowledge and ability in specific laboratory techniques in chemistry, chemical engineering, and the life sciences. Each subcourse is designed to get the cadet into the lab and learn by hands-on doing of each te |
| CH400H | LAB TCHNQS-GENERAL BIOLOGY | 1.5 | Designed to provide in-depth knowledge and ability in specific laboratory techniques in life science. This course is designed to get the cadet into the lab and learn by hands-on doing of each technique taught. Meeting times will be arranged at the beginni |
| CH400I | LAB TCHNQS-INSTRMNTL ANALYS | 1.5 | Subcourses are designed to provide in-depth knowledge and ability in specific laboratory techniques in chemistry, chemical engineering, and the life sciences. Each subcourse is designed to get the cadet into the lab and learn by hands-on doing of each te |
| CH400J | LAB TCHNQS-PHYSICAL CHEM | 1.5 | Subcourses are designed to provide in-depth knowledge and ability in specific laboratory techniques in chemistry, chemical engineering, and the life sciences. Each subcourse is designed to get the cadet into the lab and learn by hands-on doing of each te |
| CH400K | LAB TCHNQS-MICROBIOLOGY | 1.5 | Subcourses are designed to provide in-depth knowledge and ability in specific laboratory techniques in chemistry, chemical engineering, and the life sciences. Each subcourse is designed to get the cadet into the lab and learn by hands-on doing of each te |
| CH400L | LAB TECHNIQUES - CHEMISTRY | 1.5 | Designed to provide in-depth knowledge and ability in specific laboratory techniques in chemistry. This course is designed to get the cadet into the lab and learn by hands-on doing of each technique taught. Meeting times will be arranged at the beginning |
| CH459 | CHEM ENGR LABORATORY | 3.0 | This course provides laboratory experience in selected chemical engineering unit operations, such as gas absorption, evaporation, distillation, liquid-liquid extraction, cooling tower operation, chemical reactors, heat transfer, and mass transfer/diffusio |
| CH474 | INSTRU METHODS OF ANALYSIS | 3.5 | A laboratory course designed to develop proficiency in the selection and use of modern instrumental methods of chemical analysis. Topics include atomic spectroscopy, molecular absorption and fluorescence spectroscopy, infrared and Raman spectroscopy, nuc |
| CH478 | MOLECULAR CELL BIOLOGY | 3.0 | This course expands upon the concepts learned in CH473,Biochemistry. The course will cover the structure and function of living cells at the molecular level. Prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells will be studied to include a detailed discussion on: gene str |
| CH480 | PHYS CHEM FOR LIFE SCIENCES | 3.5 | This is a one-semester course that covers topics with a special focus and relevance to life science majors. The major areas of study are chemical thermodynamics, chemical kinetics, and quantum chemistry of atoms and molecules. Some of the specific topics |
| CH481 | PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY I | 3.5 | The major areas of study in this course are chemical thermodynamics with a special focus on chemical equilibrium, and chemical kinetics, introduction to intermolecular interactions. Some of the specific topics covered include properties of real gases, th |
| CH489 | INDIVIDUAL RESEARCH I | 3.0 | Cadets normally make a commitment to complete both CH489 and CH490. Cadets will be offered a choice of projects and will consult with potential faculty advisors. The faculty advisor individually supervises the cadet in the research project selected by h |
| CH489B | INDIVDL RESEARCH-CHEMISTRY | 3.0 | Test |
| CH490 | INDIVIDUAL RESEARCH II | 3.0 | This course is the completion of the individual research project began in CH489. Requirements include periodic oral and/or written reports over the course of the semester. At the completion of this course, cadets will submit a final report (research pape |
| CS300 | COMPUTER SCIENCE FUNDAMENTALS | 3.0 | This is the first course for cadets enrolled in the computer science core engineering sequence. This course presents a thought-provoking introduction to key computer science concepts. Cadets develop their understanding of programming (to include modular |
| CS301 | FUND OF COMPUTER SCIENCE | 3.5 | This is the first course for cadets enrolled in the computer science major and field of study. This course presents a thought-provoking introduction to the key concepts throughout the field. Cadets develop their understanding of programming (to include |
| CS350 | DATABASE DESIGN & IMPLEMENT | 3.0 | This course addresses the analysis, design and implementation of relational database applications. Implementation techniques and considerations are discussed and practiced extensively. Key concepts include analysis and design using a standardized notati |
| CS384 | DATA STRUCTURES | 3.0 | This course is designed to build on the cadet's basic programming knowledge. Major emphasis is placed on object-based design, programming methodology, algorithms and algorithm analysis, data structures, and abstract data types as tools for the analysis, |
| CS401 | SOFTWARE SYSTEMS DESIGN I | 3.5 | This course is the first in the senior-level sequence dealing with software systems. It provides cadets with an integrative engineering design and implementation experience as they pursue a solution to a complex, real-life problem. Conceptual material s |
| CS403 | OBJECT ORIENTED CONCEPTS | 3.0 | This course builds on the fundamental programming skills from prerequisite courses to explore advanced concepts used in modern object oriented software design to create software that is robust, reusable, and extensible in varying problem domains. Cadets g |
| CS474 | FUNDAMENTLS-COMPUTER THEORY | 3.0 | Grounds the cadet in the essentials of theory of computation: formal languages, automata, and computability theory. Frames computation in the context of the Chomsky hierarchy, the polynomial and exponential time hierarchies, and the decidability hierarc |
| CS478 | PROGRAMMING LANGUAGES | 3.0 | Concepts of high-level programming language design are explored in detail. Cadets will examine the fundamental issues of programming language design and use this knowledge as a framework for comparison of different high-level languages. Cadets will stud |
| CS481 | OPERATING SYSTEMS | 3.0 | The operating system controls the computer itself and provides a useful interface for users and application programs. The operating system controls all the computer resources: processors, main storage, secondary storage, I/O devices, and files. It deter |
| CS484 | COMPUTER NETWORKS | 3.0 | This course provides cadets with an introduction to computer networks by breaking the subject into comprehensible parts and building a survey of the state of the art. The goal of the course is to provide each cadet with basic concepts necessary to unders |
| CS486 | ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE | 3.0 | The course provides an introduction to the field of Artificial Intelligence (AI). Cadets will develop an appreciation for the domain of AI and an understanding of the current interest and research in the field. The historical ideas and techniques of AI |
| CS488 | DISCRETE EVENT SIMULATION | 3.0 | This course applies nearly all previous study of computer science to a specific problem domain essential to the Army - simulation technology. Cadets will learn the fundamental principles of event-based simulation, language-based representation of simulat |
| CS489 | ADV IND STUDY COMPUTER SCI | 3.0 | The detailed syllabus of this elective will be tailored to the specific project and to qualifications of the cadet. The research or study program will be proposed by the cadet or selected from those proposed by the department. The cadet will formalize a |
| CS489A | ADV IND STUDY COMPUTER SCI | 3.0 | Same as CS489. |
| EE300 | FUNDAMENTALS OF DIGITAL LOGIC | 3.0 | This is a course for non-electrical engineering majors that covers the analysis, design, simulation, and construction of digital logic circuits and systems. The material in this course provides the necessary tools to design digital hardware circuits such |
| EE301 | FUNDAMENTALS OF ELEC ENGIN | 3.5 | This first course in electrical engineering for the non-electrical engineering major provides a foundation in basic circuit theory and analysis, power in circuits and electric power systems, and analog electronics. Lectures, laboratory work, classroom de |
| EE302 | INTRO ELECTRICAL ENGIN | 3.5 | This first course in electrical engineering provides a solid introduction to electric circuit theory. Fundamental principles and network theorems are developed using DC resistive circuits. The complete responses of RC, RL, and RLC circuits are obtained |
| EE350 | BASIC ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING | 3.0 | This is a course for non-electrical engineering majors that provides a foundation in basic circuit theory and analysis, power in circuits and electric power systems, and analog electronics. Lectures, laboratory work, classroom demonstrations and discussio |
| EE360 | DIGITAL COMPUTER LOGIC | 3.5 | This course covers the analysis, design, simulation, and construction of digital logic circuits and systems. The material in this course provides the necessary tools to design digital hardware circuits such as digital clocks and locks, as well as computer |
| EE362 | INTRODUCTION TO ELECTRONICS | 3.5 | This course continues cadet education in electrical engineering through the study of basic electronic devices and circuits. It begins with an introduction to the ideal operational amplifier and its applications. It then covers the operation of the pn-jun |
| EE375 | INTRO TO COMPUTER ARCHITECTURE | 3.0 | This course provides an introduction to computer organization and computer architecture. It builds on digital logic theory and devices (as studied in EE360) to develop more complex systems. Emphasis is placed on understanding the basics of computer syst |
| EE377 | ELECTRICAL POWER ENGNRNG | 3.0 | This course provides a study of the fundamentals in two areas of electric power engineering: electromechanical energy conversion and electric power systems. Steady-state behavior in single-phase and balanced three-phase power circuits is emphasized. Th |
| EE381 | SIGNALS AND SYSTEMS | 3.5 | This course provides a general study of linear system theory and signal representation techniques as preparation for continued study in communications, control, and electronic systems. Topics include the resolution of continuous time signals and discrete |
| EE401 | ELECTRONIC SYSTEM DESIGN I | 3.5 | This course is part of a two-semester team design experience in electrical engineering that integrates math, science, and engineering into a comprehensive system. The system design encompasses both analog and digital electronics, and may also include sub |
| EE450 | MILITARY ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS | 3.0 | This is a course for non-electrical engineering majors that explores both theoretical and practical aspects of designing electronic systems. First, the course investigates conversion between digital and analog signals, an essential operation for almost al |
| EE462 | ELECTRONIC DESIGN | 3.5 | This course focuses on the design, simulation, building, and testing of a wide variety of application-oriented circuits based upon the bipolar junction transistor (BJT) and operational amplifier (OPAMP). Applications of the BJT include current sources, ac |
| EE477 | COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS | 3.0 | This course analyzes modern digital and analog communications systems. The study of digital communications systems includes waveform sampling, time multiplexing, digital modulation, and detection techniques. Amplitude, phase, and frequency modulation, a |
| EE486 | SOLID STATE ELECTRONICS | 3.0 | The course covers the device physics, operating principles and applications of diodes and field effect transistors (FET). It begins with a review of the operation of the metal oxide semiconductor field effect transistor (MOSFET) covered in EE362. Then M |
| EE487 | DESIGNING WITH MICROPROC | 3.0 | This course teaches students how to employ microcontrollers in the design of an embedded system. Cadets first review basic microcontroller organization and system requirements. The detailed study of common microcontroller peripheral devices follows with |
| EE489 | ADV IND STUDY IN ELECT ENGR | 3.0 | Course requirements will be tailored to the needs and qualifications of the individual cadet. The course will normally involve a project requiring research, experimentation, and the submission of a report under the guidance of a departmental advisor. Al |
| EM381 | ENGINEERING ECONOMY | 3.0 | This course prepares cadets to consider the economic dimension in the evaluation of engineering alternatives; a consideration vital to the Systems Design Process, engineering management, systems acquisition and many other application areas. While emphasis |
| EM384 | ANYL METH FOR ENGR MANAGEMENT | 3.0 | EM384 focuses on the application of deterministic and probabilistic models used by analysts to make engineering and management decisions. Cadets learn to apply various modeling techniques to represent and solve real-world organizational problems in the mi |
| EM402 | ENGINEERING MANAGEMENT DSN I | 3.5 | This is the first course in a two-semester capstone design for EM majors. EM402 integrates the principles, concepts and models explored in previous core and engineering topic courses. The course applies the principles of systems design, engineering manage |
| EM411 | PROJECT MANAGEMENT | 3.5 | This course develops skills required to lead an organization to the achievement of their objectives through the proper application of the management of planning, implementing and controlling the organization activities, personnel and resources. The cours |
| EM420 | PRODUCTION OPERATIONS MGMT | 3.0 | This course deals with the quantitative aspects of design and analysis of production operations management. Emphasis is on identification, analysis, and solution of production problems using applied quantitative techniques. Practical exercises reinforce t |
| EM484 | DYNAMIC SYSTEMS ANALYSIS | 3.0 | This course is a simulation elective for the Systems Engineering, Engineering Management, Information Systems Engineering, Operations Research, and Systems Management majors. Simulation modeling can be used to study the effects of changes to existing syst |
| EN101 | COMPOSITION | 3.0 | This course aims to develop clear, logical, and grammatically correct expression in written discourse. Daily writing and revision reinforce instruction in the writing process. Organization, substance, style, and correctness are major concerns of the cou |
| EN102 | LITERATURE | 3.0 | This course studies ways in which writers use language imaginatively. Cadets develop the writing techniques of EN101 in responding to assignments on selected works of literature from diverse authors. |
| EN302 | ADVANCED COMPOSITION | 3.0 | This course refines basic writing skills, develops sophisticated techniques of written expression, and establishes a critical editorial sense with respect to the cadet's own composition and the writing of others. Exemplary readings give substance to dail |
| EP333 | CULTURAL STUDIES | 3.0 | This course analyzes a culture through the study of its art, philosophy, and literature. It not only acquaints cadets with a particular period and place but also introduces them to various definitions of culture and to recent themes and debates in cultur |
| EP341 | BRITISH LITERATURE I | 3.0 | This course is an introduction to the study of British literature, ranging from the Anglo-Saxon period through the eighteenth century. Cadets will encounter representative masterworks from the Old English, Medieval, Renaissance, and Neoclassical periods, |
| EP351 | WORLD LITERATURE | 3.0 | This course enhances cadets' cultural awareness and refines their disciplinary knowledge and interpretive skills by introducing them to major literary texts from around the globe. As an advanced exercise in comparative study and synthesis, World Literatu |
| EP363 | POLITICAL PHILOSOPHY | 3.0 | Examining the major theories and problems in the history of political philosophy from Plato to Rawls and emphasizing contemporary theory, this course includes such topics as liberty, equality, political authority, the obligation to obey the State, civil d |
| EP365 | ETHICS-MILITARY PROFESSION | 3.0 | The fundamental values and principles of the warrior ethos can be traced back to ancient Greece and Rome. These values provide the moral boundaries of the military profession and distinguish members of this profession from other individuals and groups wh |
| EP367 | DRAMA | 3.0 | This course surveys significant plays from a variety of periods and traditions to give cadets an appreciation of a genre that exists as both written literature and creative interpretation. Works to be studied range from the classical tragedies of ancient |
| EP371 | SPECIAL TOPICS IN ART HISTORY | 3.0 | This course will provide an in-depth examination of a specific topic in visual culture, closely investigating the way images and monuments engage with and discuss economic, cultural, socio-political, and historical forces. In addition to examining the im |
| EP375 | MODERN PHILOSOPHY I | 3.0 | This colloquium provides cadets an opportunity for reading and analysis in depth of some of the seminal works in modern philosophy. Taught in seminar format, the course challenges first-class and second-class cadets to take responsibility for discussion a |
| EP433 | SENIOR SEMINAR | 3.0 | This APL integrative course develops an archetypal concept that crosses disciplinary boundaries and promotes a synthesis of aspects of the core curriculum. It contributes to the overarching goal of helping cadets "to anticipate and respond effectively t |
| EP487 | SENIOR THESIS I | 3.0 | This course permits cadets with the requisite energy and talent to initiate a yearlong project requiring research in depth that culminates in a substantial thesis of high scholarly quality. |
| EV203 | PHYSICAL GEOGRAPHY | 3.0 | This core course provides cadets with a fundamental understanding of scientific principles and processes of earth science, meteorology, climatology, geomorphology and environmental systems, as well as an introduction to cultural geography. Further, the c |
| EV300 | ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE | 3.0 | As the introductory course to the Environmental Engineering Sequence, EV300 provides the cadet with a broad understanding of what the term "environment" includes and how influences, especially anthropogenic, cause changes in the natural balance of the ear |
| EV301 | ENV SCIENCE FOR ENGR & SCIEN | 3.0 | This course is similar to EV300, but takes a more quantitative approach to the subject material. EV301 provides the cadet with a broad understanding of what the term "environment" includes and how influences, especially anthropogenic, cause changes in t |
| EV303 | FOUNDATIONS IN GEOGRAPHY | 3.0 | This course presents the basic concepts, theories and methods of inquiry in the discipline of geography as foundation for advanced study in Human/Regional Geography; Environmental Geography; or Geospatial Information Science. The course includes models a |
| EV365 | GEOGRAPHY OF GLOBAL CULTURES | 3.0 | This course provides the geographic foundation for study in interdisciplinary and management academic areas. Contemporary regions of the world political map serve as the framework within which geographic concepts and analytical techniques are applied. E |
| EV371 | GEOGRAPHY OF RUSSIA | 3.0 | This course examines the political, economic, and cultural geography of Russia and its adjacent neighbors; the Baltic states, east central European region, transcaucasus, and central Asia. Topics covered include: the commonwealth of independent states; |
| EV373 | GEOGRAPHY OF LATIN AMERICA | 3.0 | This course studies the physical and cultural landscape of Latin America, giving special treatment to the diversity and cultural identity of the region. Topics covered include an historical geography of the region, including pre-columbian civilizations, |
| EV377 | REMOTE SENSING | 3.0 | Remote Sensing is learning about something without touching it--the most obvious example being the use of satellites to study the Earth. EV377, a techniques course applicable to both the humanities and engineering, studies how and what types of informati |
| EV378 | CARTOGRAPHY | 3.0 | Cartography teaches the principles of cartographic communication and enables the student to apply map design principles along with computer mapping techniques to solve contemporary problems in geography, economics, international relations, and applied sci |
| EV380 | SURVEYING | 3.5 | A framework for understanding and applying practical surveying methods is developed. Consideration of error theory and the concepts of precision of and accuracy yields understanding of the probabilistic nature of measurements. The principles of different |
| EV384 | GEOGRAPHY OF NORTH AMERICA | 3.0 | This course provides a regional geography of North America, with balanced coverage of the human and physical geography of the United States and Canada. Lectures are appropriately supplemented with movies, slides, and maps to facilitate understanding of i |
| EV388A | PHYSICAL GEOLOGY | 3.0 | This course primarily emphasizes understanding and interpreting the significant geologic processes that act on and within the earth. Topics studied include the formation and identification of minerals and rocks, plate tectonics, rock structures, geologic |
| EV389B | CLIMATOLOGY | 3.0 | The course investigates the earth's atmospheric phenomena, giving special attention to the dynamic physical processes which produce weather and result in distinctive climates. The course focus is on how climate influences daily life and activities. Time |
| EV391A | LAND USE PLAN & MGT | 3.0 | An introduction to land use planning and management with focus on the land-law interfaces between the physical, cultural, and legal realms. The course surveys the policies and legislative basis for land use controls at the local, federal and regional lev |
| EV394 | HYDROGEOLOGY | 3.5 | This course covers the principles governing the movement of subterranean water (groundwater), the interaction of this water with the porous medium, and the transport of chemical constituents (contaminants) by this flow. Lesson blocks will explore traditi |
| EV402 | BIOCHEMICAL TREATMENT | 3.5 | This course provides cadets with the opportunity to apply the principles of microbiology to the protection and improvement of the environment. This course builds on the concepts learned in EV396, Environmental Biological Systems, and directly applies tho |
| EV450 | ENVIRONMENTAL DECISION MAKING | 3.0 | This course is the third in a three-course sequence and is concerned with the balance of engineered solutions with economic, socio-cultural, political, and ecological considerations evaluated during a decision-making process. Using management of water res |
| EV471 | ECOLOGY | 3.0 | This course examines ecosystems through the study of ecological principles related to an organism's relationship to its environment, community, and ecosystem. Species, population, community, and ecosystem level interactions and dynamics are emphasized. |
| EV480 | HONORS SEMINAR IN GEOGRAPHY | 3.0 | This course will examine major research initiatives in the discipline and delineate their data requirements. The primary objective of this course is to identify and outline the senior thesis, which is the culminating event for the Honors Program. Hence, |
| EV481 | WATER RESOURCES PLAN & DESIGN | 3.0 | The course is concerned with effective use of water as a manageable natural resource. It begins with instruction on the tools required by water resource managers to make sound decisions in their field. The course assesses current needs for water and the |
| EV483 | COLLOQUIUM IN GEOGRAPHY | 3.0 | The colloquium is a directed readings course using small group discussions of important literature, methodological traditions, and contemporary research trends in the field of geography. Dependent on instructor preference and individual student interest, |
| EV485 | SPEC TOPICS-GEOG & ENVRNMNT | 3.0 | This course explores an advanced topic in Human and Regional Geography, Environmental Geography, Environmental Science, Environmental Engineering, or Geospatial Information Science. Specific subject matter will vary with the expertise of the visiting pro |
| EV486 | ENVIRONMENTAL GEOGRAPHY | 3.0 | Whereas physical geographers focus on the earth's surface and atmosphere, and human geographers concentrate on the spatial aspect of human activities, environmental geographers are interested in both how people adapt to specific environments and how they |
| EV489A | ADVANCED INDIVIDUAL STUDY I | 3.0 | The course is an individually supervised research and study program designed to provide cadets with the opportunity to pursue advanced topics within their discipline. The cadet prepares a research and study proposal setting forth the objectives, scope, a |
| EV498 | ADV GEOGRAPHIC INFORMATION SYS | 3.0 | This course examines the analytical methods used in Geographic Information systems (GIS) and provides cadets with a clear understanding of the theoretical/conceptual aspects of algorithms found in GIS software. Lectures focus on the underlying mathematic |
| HI103 | HISTORY OF THE US | 3.0 | These courses treat the history of the United States (in an international context) from the nation's colonial origins to the present. Both surveys explore the American experience by investigating such diverse topics as economic, political, and social evo |
| HI107 | WESTERN CIVILIZATION | 3.0 | HI 107 is the first half of a two-semester sequence intended to build for cadets a historical foundation before they conduct an in-depth survey of another civilization in HI 108. This course traces the human experience from ancient times until 1914. Begi |
| HI153 | ADVANCED HISTORY OF THE US | 3.0 | These courses encompass the same chronological period and thematic coverage as HI103-104, but they do so through monographic and periodical literature and greater emphasis on classroom discussion. These courses assume some familiarity with American histo |
| HI157 | ADV HISTORY OF THE WORLD | 3.0 | These courses encompass the same chronological period and thematic coverage as HI107-108, but they place a greater emphasis on classroom discussion and historical analysis and criticism. Consequently, the student acquires a broader and deeper appreciatio |
| HI301 | HISTORY OF THE MILITARY ART | 3.0 | This two-term, upperclass core course traces the evolution of the art of war from the ancients through the napoleonic era to the American civil war and the wars of the twentieth century. Emphasis is placed on the changing nature of warfare as nations adj |
| HI302 | HISTORY OF THE MILITARY ART | 3.0 | This two-term, upperclass core course traces the evolution of the art of war from the ancients through the Napoleonic era to the American civil war and the wars of the twentieth century. Emphasis is placed on the changing nature of warfare as nations adj |
| HI339 | THE MODERN MIDDLE EAST | 3.0 | This course enables cadets to explore the social, political, economic, and military interactions in the formation of the Modern Middle East. The first block examines the decline of the Gunpowder Empires and the subsequent penetration of European colonial |
| HI347 | ASIAN WARFARE AND POLITICS | 3.0 | This course explores the interaction between warfare and political systems in East Asia. It begins with the transition from military monarchy to bureaucratic empire in the Warring States Period. It then maps the rise of nomadic confederations in the Inner |
| HI348 | MODERN LATIN AMERICA | 3.0 | This course surveys the cultural, economic, political, and social evolution of Latin America from the era of independence to the present. The course begins with a brief examination of Pre-Colombian and colonial events and structures. Students will study |
| HI351 | ADV HISTORY OF MILITARY ART | 3.0 | HI351-352 parallels HI301-302. However, in addition to accelerated study of HI301-302 material, the cadet will study selected periods in greater depth and breadth. This course offers the cadet a more profound understanding of men and women as warriors a |
| HI357 | WARFARE SINCE 1945 | 3.0 | The nature of warfare has changed dramatically since 1945. During the Cold War, American policies of containment and collective security collided with attempts at communist expansion. The threat of nuclear war led to an era of limited war, including rev |
| HI358 | STRATEGY, POLICY & GENERALSHIP | 3.0 | This course examines how political and military leaders develop and execute policy and strategy. The course begins with an examination of the rise of military professionalism and the creation of military staffs in the nineteenth century. It explores how |
| HI359 | ERA OF THE SECOND WORLD WAR | 3.0 | This course examines the Interwar Years, 1919-1939, and the Second World War from a global perspective while using a thematic approach to compare the different experiences of each of the major belligerents. Whether covering the Versailles Treaty, the rise |
| HI367 | IMPERIAL AND SOVIET RUSSIA | 3.0 | This course examines the political, social, and cultural history of Russia as it emerged from the Mongol era up to the present day. It explores the development of the Tsarist political and social systems, the emergence of literary, artistic, and revolut |
| HI372 | US FGN RELATIONS SINCE 1898 | 3.0 | This course examines American foreign relations from the nation's entry into the world arena as a major power in 1898 through both World Wars, and the Cold War, to its station in today's multipolar world. It is a study of the forces, events, personalitie |
| HI381 | HIST-UNCONVENTIONAL WARFARE | 3.0 | The course examines unconventional warfare from a historical perspective, particularly conflicts involving opponents with a significant disparity in their conventional military capabilities. Through several case studies, the course explores why belligere |
| HI391 | WORLD RELIGIONS | 3.0 | This course analyses the emergence, development and present cultural expression of the major religions of the world, emphasizing their 19th and 20th century experience. It also examines the development of religion in the ancient world and in pre-literate |
| HI397 | COLD WAR AMERICA | 3.0 | This course examines the history of the United States from the end of World War II through the Reagan presidency. It assesses the political, social, and economic institutions of America in the dynamic context of relations with the Soviet Union. While th |
| HI398 | SOCIETY & CULTURE IN AMER HIST | 3.0 | HI398 examines the evolution of American society from the perspective of the family and evaluates the influence of group identification--class, race, gender, and ethnicity. Other topics include consumerism, sports, religion, and wars as factors that modi |
| HI498 | COLLOQUIUM IN HISTORY | 3.0 | The colloquium employs seminar discussions of important books and scholarly articles to enhance understanding of major historical issues. Subcourses are designed to provide in-depth study of various topics in American, European, military, and internation |
| IS450 | PRINCIPLES OF DIS APP ENGR | 3.0 | Building on the foundations of algorithm implementation and data representation, this course focuses on the principles of constructing a modern distributed application. Cadets study the principles, construction, and interaction of user interface, network |
| IT105 | INTRO TO COMPUTING & INFO TECH | 3.0 | Designed to meet the needs of the core curriculum, this fundamental course provides an introduction to the principles behind the use, function, and operation of digital computers and information technology. The course presents program design and construc |
| IT155 | ADV INTRO TO COMP & INFO TECH | 3.0 | Provides a more advanced study of computers, information technology and programming for cadets who have demonstrated ability beyond the level of the standard course. The course studies advanced microcomputer technology and advanced programming techniques |
| IT305 | THEORY & PRAC OF MIL IT SYS | 3.0 | This course builds on the foundations of Information Technology (IT) acquired during the first two years of cadet experiences. It covers problem solving utilizing the digitization process, networking, databases, information systems, information assurance |
| IT355 | ADV THEORY OF MIL IT SYS | 3.0 | Provides a more in-depth study of information technology for cadets who have demonstrated ability beyond the level of IT305. The course covers material presented in IT305 at an accelerated pace to provide cadets additional opportunities for application a |
| IT382 | NETWORKED SYSTEMS MANAGEMENT | 3.0 | Cadets learn the technical management principles needed to configure, secure and operate networked computer systems that will be usable in the Army enterprise. The course will integrate fundamental knowledge of network functionality and the architecture |
| IT401 | IT SYSTEM DEVELOPMENT I | 3.5 | This course is the first in the senior-level integrative capstone experience. Its purpose is to prepare cadets for a coherent system integration experience. Conceptual material stresses requirements elicitation including aspects of the social, political, |
| IT460 | INFORMATION WARFARE | 3.0 | This course addresses the entire spectrum of information warfare from the political, legal, and ethical aspects to the technology and techniques of cyber attack. The Political Science and Computer Science faculty jointly teach this course. The course co |
| KN355 | FUNCTIONAL ANATOMY | 3.0 | This course is designed to provide cadets with a detailed study of basic human anatomy and causal relationships between skeletal muscles and structures and the science of human movement. |
| KN365 | PSYCHOLOGY OF EXERCISE | 3.0 | This course is designed to introduce cadets to the psychology of physical activity and exercise. It starts by providing definitional clarity of terms and concepts associated with exercise, as well as a review of the generally accepted guidelines for physi |
| KN485 | TOPICS: EXERCISE/SPORT SCIENCE | 3.0 | This course provides in-depth study of a special topic in exercise and sport sciences not offered elsewhere in the USMA curriculum. Course content will be based on the special expertise of the Visiting Professor, Rotating PhD, or a senior DPE faculty memb |
| LA203 | ARABIC I (STANDARD) | 3.5 | In the standard course sequence, cadets acquire a basic proficiency in speaking, listening, reading and writing skills in Arabic. Learning activities focus on situations cadets are likely to encounter in Arabic society. Cadets are taught how to express |
| LA361 | INTERMEDIATE ARABIC I | 3.0 |