| Course: | DM301 |
| Title: | Mgsp - Leaders |
| Credits: | 1—0—1 |
| Description: | This course provides the pedagogical training in the theory, process, and techniques to facilitate collaborative study sessions. These sessions are offered once per week to assist other Midshipmen who may be looking for extra academic support in a specific class throughout the semester. MGSP Leaders are graded for hosting these sessions, as well as participating in trainings, completing peer observations, and recording attendance. |
| Requisites: | Students must apply for the program, earn a 3.0 or higher cumulative QPR, and be |
| Course: | EA203 |
| Title: | Principles Of Aerospace Engineering I |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | First of a two-course introductory sequence in the theory and practice of aeronautics and astronautics. Focus is placed on the development and application of theories relating to the study of aeronautics and atmospheric flight. This sequence prepares the beginning aerospace engineering student for future studies in either the aeronautics or astronautics track and develops engineering reasoning, problem solving, and technical writing practices. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None. Coreq: SP211 or equivalent. 4C require Dept Chair permission. Prer |
| Course: | EA204 |
| Title: | Principles Of Aerospace Engineering Ii |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | Second of a two-course introductory sequence in the theory and practice of aeronautics and astronautics. The lessons in this course emphasize topics in astronautics. This sequence prepares the beginning aerospace engineering student for future studies in either the aeronautics or astronautics track and develops engineering reasoning, problem solving, and technical writing practices. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EA203. Coreq: EA208 or equivalent. Prereq: EA203 Coreq: EA208 Prereq: EA |
| Course: | EA208 |
| Title: | Engineering Analysis |
| Credits: | 1—2—2 |
| Description: | This course introduces students to the MATLAB® programming environment. Structured programming fundamentals are taught through the application of numerical theory and analysis to relevant engineering problems. Students learn the basics of structured programming by using MATLAB® to solve solutions of systems of linear and nonlinear equations, implement techniques in numerical calculus, and use statistics to analyze and plot data. |
| Requisites: | Coreq: SM212 |
| Course: | EA221 |
| Title: | Mechanics For Aerospace Engineers |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | This course is an introduction to solving engineering problems with a focus on statics and mechanics of materials. Topics include vector representation of forces, resultant forces and moments, equilibrium of concurrent and nonconcurrent forces, determinate and indeterminate force systems; area moments and products of inertia; support reactions and free-body diagrams for simple models of structures; internal forces and moments in slender members; Cauchy's stress, linear strain, and Hooke's law for isotropic solids; axial, bending, and torsion stress and strain in slender members; axial and hoop stresses in thin-walled pressure vessels; and failure criteria for isotropic material. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM221 and SP211. |
| Course: | EA222 |
| Title: | Materials For Aerospace Engineers |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An introductory course in materials science and engineering for aerospace engineering majors. Topics include atomic structure and microstructure of materials, physical properties of materials, and broad coverage of the processing, manufacturing, and testing methods utilized in producing materials and structures, and how to prevent failure processes. Metals, alloys, and composites common in aerospace applications are emphasized. Laboratory demonstrations and exercises used to complement and reinforce the lectures and reading assignments include composite materials manufacturing, mechanical property tests, heat treatments, fracture, fatigue, corrosion, creep, and NDE/NDI methods. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EM221, SC112. Prereq: EM221 AND SC112 Coreq: Prereq: EM221 AND SC112 Cor |
| Course: | EA232 |
| Title: | Dynamics In Aerospace Engineering |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Classical vector kinematics and dynamics of particles and rigid bodies, building from one degree-of-freedom, to planar, and finally to an introduction to six degree-of-freedom problems of rigid bodies. Energy and momentum concepts and principles are also featured. Aerospace examples and applications are emphasized to build a foundation for future study of structural dynamics and aerospace vehicle dynamics and control. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EA221 or EM221. Coreq: SM212 Prereq: EA221 OR EM221 Coreq: SM212 Prereq: |
| Course: | EA301 |
| Title: | Aerodynamics I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An engineering science course on the fundamentals of incompressible, inviscid fluid mechanics and 2-D aerodynamics. Topics include fluid statics, flow kinematics, integral and differential forms of the governing equations, potential flow theory, and thin airfoil theory. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EA203 AND (SM212 OR SM21 Coreq: Prereq: EA203 AND (SM212 OR SM21 Coreq: |
| Course: | EA303 |
| Title: | Wind Tunnel Laboratory |
| Credits: | 1—2—2 |
| Description: | A laboratory course in wind tunnel test techniques. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None; Coreq: EA301. Prereq: Coreq: EA301 Prereq: Coreq: EA301 Prereq: |
| Course: | EA304 |
| Title: | Aerodynamics Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course is the second in a sequence of two courses which provides knowledge of the fundamentals of fluid mechanics and aerodynamics. Fluid mechanics as applied to the theory of flight prepare students to understand external flows over aircraft including wing design, drag build-up, and viscous phenomena. The course concludes with an introduction to modern computational fluid dynamic tools. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EA301 Prereq: EA301 Coreq: Prereq: EA301 Coreq: Prereq: EA301 Coreq: |
| Course: | EA305 |
| Title: | Fluid And Gas Dynamics |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course covers essentials of fluid mechanics and thermodynamics applicable to high-speed flows, as required for both Aeronautics and Astronautics track students. Control volume analysis is used in establishing the integral forms of the conservation equations, which are subsequently applied to one-dimensional, compressible flow. This enables the analysis of isentropic flow through a converging-diverging nozzle, for example. Normal shock waves are covered for 1D supersonic flow, and shock-expansion theory is applied to 2D supersonic flow. The effects of friction (Fanno flow) and head addition (Rayleigh flow) on compressible flows are quantified. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EA203, SM212, and EM319. Prereq: EA203 AND SM212 AND EM31 Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | EA322 |
| Title: | Structural Mechanics For Aerospace Engineers |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | Review of mechanics of materials. Introduction to linear elasticity, including stress and strain, generalized Hooke's law, and principal stresses. Form and function of aerospace structural components. Materials allowable, and factors and margins of safety. Flight and ground loads. Bending of beams having asymmetric cross-sections. Shear flow analyses of stress in idealized semimonocoque cross-sections. Elastic buckling of columns and thin-wall structures. Laboratory work with instrumented structures and computer work with solid modeling and finite element analysis are integrated. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EA203, EA222, EA232, SM212. Prereq: EA203 AND EA222 AND EA23 Coreq: Prer |
| Course: | EA362 |
| Title: | Astrodynamics I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Introduction to the principles of planetary and satellite motion. Topics include the classical two-body problem, orbital elements, orbit determination, orbit transfers and maneuvers, perturbations and atmospheric drag effects, ballistic missile trajectories, rendezvous, and lunar and interplanetary travel. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EA204 Prereq: EA204 Coreq: Prereq: EA204 Coreq: Prereq: EA204 Coreq: |
| Course: | EA364 |
| Title: | Spacecraft Attitude Dynamics And Control |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Rigid body attitude dynamics and control of spacecraft. Attitude description using Euler angles, direction cosine matrices, and quaternions. Coordinate transformations. Inertia properties of rigid bodies, body-centered equations of motion, torque-free motion. On-orbit environmental disturbances and their modeling. Attitude control using electromagnetic torquers, thrusters, and momentum exchange devices. Attitude control system design and simulation. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EA362 Coreq: EW410 Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EA367 |
| Title: | Spacecraft Communications And Power |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course is intended to develop satellite communications and power fundamentals with emphasis on analog and digital communications, link and power budget analysis, and power subsystems. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EA362. Coreq: EE331 Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EA400 |
| Title: | Introduction To Aeronautics |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | Introduces students to the applied science of air-breathing atmospheric flight. The course describes airplanes and how they fly from a design and application perspective. Included are topics in fluid dynamics, airfoil and wing theory, aircraft performance, stability, structures, and aircraft design. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM122 or SM162. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EA401 |
| Title: | Aircraft Performance |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Aerodynamics calculations are extended to analyze complete fixed-wing and vertical-lift aircraft. Topics include static and dynamic point performance analysis and identification of flight conditions for optimized performance, energy methods, optimum flight trajectories, and mission analysis and assessment. Course outcomes lead to design selection criteria. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EA203 Coreq: EA208 |
| Course: | EA405 |
| Title: | Aerospace Propulsion - Astro |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | The principles of fluid mechanics and thermodynamics are applied to the problem of propulsion of aircraft and space vehicles. Propulsion performance parameters evaluation, rocket thrust chamber analysis, propellant selection to include thermochemistry fundamentals, rocket flight performance, propellant budget and mission analysis are covered. Liquid, solid and hybrid propellant design and analysis as well as electric propulsion fundamentals are presented. An overview of air-breathing propulsion capability and basic cycle analysis of ramjets and turbojets is also introduced. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EA305 or EA332. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EA413F |
| Title: | Airplane Stability And Control |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Introduces fixed-wing airplane static and dynamic stability and control. Develops and provides the tools required to analyze and design the stability and control attributes of an airplane in preparation for capstone design courses. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EA401F or USAFA equivalent. Coreq: EW410. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq |
| Course: | EA413R |
| Title: | Rotorcraft Stability And Control |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Rotary-wing aeromechanics analysis methods are introduced. Basic principles for rotor dynamics are extended to entire flight vehicle static and dynamic stability and control analysis. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EA401R. Coreq: EW410. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EA413V |
| Title: | Vertical-Left Aircraft Stability & Control |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Concepts, theory, and computational tools are developed and applied for analyzing and designing the static and dynamic stability and control attributes of conventional aircraft and vertical-lift aircraft. Handling qualities are characterized and compared with published standards. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EA304 AND EA401V Coreq: EW410 Prereq: EA304 AND EA401V Coreq: EW410 Prer |
| Course: | EA414 |
| Title: | Airplane Simulation And Control |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Implementation of linear and non-linear airplane models for man-in-the-loop and batch simulation of airplane flight dynamics. Application of modern control methods to the design of airplane Stability Augmentation Systems and autopilots. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EA413; Coreq: EW410 or equivalent. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prere |
| Course: | EA417 |
| Title: | Flight Test Engineering |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | A lecture and laboratory course providing practical application of aeronautics principles from prior courses in airplane performance, aerodynamics, and stability and control. Topics include engineering test planning, risk management, flight test instrumentation, test execution, data analysis, and report writing. Students will employ industry-accepted methods to conduct a limited scope flight test of a light airplane, evaluating its attributes against a mission specification, FAA certification standards, and relevant military specifications. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EA401F or EA401V, or permission of department chair. Prereq: EA401F OR E |
| Course: | EA427 |
| Title: | Aerodynamics Iii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An advanced course continuing the study of compressible high-speed flow including general conservation laws for inviscid flows, unsteady flow problems, numerical techniques for supersonic flows and real gas effects. Hypersonic flow. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EA304. Prereq: EA304 Coreq: Prereq: EA304 Coreq: Prereq: EA304 Coreq: |
| Course: | EA428 |
| Title: | Computational Aerodynamics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Introduction to the major numerical techniques used in computational aerodynamics. Topics include mathematical methods, boundary conditions, stability, panel methods, lattice methods, nonlinear problems, time dependent solutions and transonic flow problems. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EA301. Prereq: EA301 Coreq: Prereq: EA301 Coreq: Prereq: EA301 Coreq: |
| Course: | EA429 |
| Title: | Aerospace Propulsion - Aero |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course applies the fundamentals of fluid mechanics and thermodynamics to the study of air-breathing (turbojets, turbofans, and turboprops/turboshafts) and non air-breathing (rocket) air vehicle propulsion systems. Propulsive forces and performance parameters for these propulsion systems will be explored. Propeller characteristics and performance and unmanned aircraft electric propulsion systems are studied. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EA332 or EA305. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EA435 |
| Title: | The Aerodynamics Of V/Stol Aircraft |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An advanced course covering the aerodynamics of vertical and short takeoff and landing aircraft, including fixed wing and rotary wing types, with major emphasis on the helicopter. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C, aeronautical track major. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | EA439 |
| Title: | Aerospace System Preliminary Design |
| Credits: | 1—4—3 |
| Description: | Preliminary design of an aerospace system in a team environment. Includes performance and stability analysis, structural design and systems integration. When followed by EA440, this course provides a two-semester capstone engineering design sequence. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C standing in Aeronautics Track or Department Chair approval. Coreq: E |
| Course: | EA440 |
| Title: | Aerospace System Design |
| Credits: | 1—4—3 |
| Description: | Design of an aerospace system in a team environment. Includes performance and stability analysis, structural design and systems integration. When preceded by EA439, this course provides a two-semester capstone engineering design sequence. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C standing in Aeronautics Track or Department Chair approval. Prereq: |
| Course: | EA450 |
| Title: | Drafting And Additive Manufacturing |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Introduces the engineering language of drafting, both by hand as well as in Computer Aided Design software. Current additive manufacturing technologies and their applications are introduced. Engineering design, drafting, and rapid prototyping skills are then utilized in a project-based learning environment with potential for tangible contribution to the operating forces. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EA460 |
| Title: | Human Spaceflight |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An understanding of the history, requirements, challenges, accomplishments, strategy, architecture, and future opportunities regarding human spaceflight. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EA461 |
| Title: | Space Environment |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Introduction to the environment of the upper atmosphere, near Earth space, and interplanetary space. Topics include: properties of the upper atmosphere and ionosphere, the geomagnetic field, radiation belts and magnetosphere of the Earth, the solar wind and interplanetary medium, remote sensing of the atmosphere and oceans, environmental implications for spacecraft design. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SP212. Prereq: SP212 Coreq: Prereq: SP212 Coreq: Prereq: SP212 Coreq: |
| Course: | EA462 |
| Title: | Astrodynamics Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Advanced topics in astrodynamics including potential of an arbitrary body and of the earth, orbit determination from observations including numerical techniques for data smoothing, special and general perturbations of orbits and interplanetary trajectories, drag effects on low altitude orbits. Special projects. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EA362. Prereq: EA362 Coreq: Prereq: EA362 Coreq: Prereq: EA362 Coreq: |
| Course: | EA463 |
| Title: | Space Operations |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course investigates the relationship between mission operations and the other elements of a space mission. It defines a process for translating mission objectives and requirements into a viable mission operations concept. The course focuses on how we get information to and from space and then to the user in a usable format. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EA362. Prereq: EA362 Coreq: Prereq: EA362 Coreq: Prereq: EA362 Coreq: |
| Course: | EA467 |
| Title: | Spacecraft System Laboratory |
| Credits: | 0—4—2 |
| Description: | Laboratory analysis of the major system elements of space systems to include ground control and power, attitude control, communications, propulsion and thermal control. Constraints imposed by system application launch vehicles, and environment are considered. Introduction to the engineering design process as well as its computer adaptations. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EA367 Prereq: EA367 Coreq: Prereq: EA367 Coreq: Prereq: EA367 Coreq: |
| Course: | EA469 |
| Title: | Space System Design I |
| Credits: | 1—4—3 |
| Description: | Preliminary design of an aerospace system in a team environment. Includes mission objectives definition, system requirements development and conceptual and detailed design using systems engineering practices, design iteration, and prototyping. When followed by EA470, this course provides a two-semester capstone engineering design sequence. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C standing in Astronautics Track or Department Chair Approval. Prereq: |
| Course: | EA470 |
| Title: | Space System Design Ii |
| Credits: | 1—4—3 |
| Description: | Hardware manufacture, software development, system integration, testing, design iteration, and operation of a space system in a team environment. When preceded by EA469, this course provides a two-semester capstone engineering design sequence. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C standing in Astronautics Track or Department Chair Approval. Prereq: |
| Course: | EC244 |
| Title: | Electronics/Electromechanics |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | This course is intended only for students in the Computer Engineering major and introduces them to electronics and electromechanics. Topics covered include amplifiers, comparators, diodes, voltage regulation, bipolar junction transistors, metal oxide field effect transistors (MOSFETs), single- and three-phase power delivery, ideal transformers, DC motors, and AC generators. Problem solving, laboratory exercises, and circuit design are emphasized. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EE221 Coreq: Prereq: EE221 Coreq: Prereq: EE221 Coreq: |
| Course: | EC262 |
| Title: | Digital Systems |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | This course covers the fundamentals in realizing a digital system. Topics covered include Boolean algebra, Karnaugh mapping, flip-flops, state diagrams for system minimization and analysis of sequential and logic function circuits, binary arithmetic, decoders, encoders, multiplexers, and demultiplexers, as well as counter and register design. An introduction to complex programmable logic device (field programmable gate array) systems and VHDL is provided with applications to projects. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EC310 |
| Title: | Applications Of Cyber Engineering |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course focuses on the engineering aspects of cyber operations, including cyber reconnaissance, cyber defense, and cyber attacks, as a follow-on to SY110. There are two main areas of study, the host section (a single computer terminal), and the network section, including wireless communications. Each area of study culminates in a detailed description of a common type of cyber attack and the defenses against it. Lecture material is reinforced and supplemented with labs that demonstrate the theoretical concepts in an isolated, virtual environment. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SY110 Coreq: SP212 OR SP222 Prereq: SY110 Coreq: SP212 OR SP222 Prereq: |
| Course: | EC312 |
| Title: | Applications Of Cyber Engineering For Erc |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course focuses on the engineering aspects of cyber operations, cyber defense, and cyber attacks. There are three main areas of study, including the host section (which includes an introduction to digital electronics), wireless communications, and computer networking-focusing on both the TCP/OP protocol and the Controller Area Network (CAN) protocol. Each area of study culminates in a detailed description of a common type of cyber attack and the defenses against it. Lecture material is reinforced and supplemented with labs/security exercises that demonstrate the theoretical concepts in an isolated, virtual environment. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SY110, EW200/202, EE331. Prereq: SY110 AND EW200 AND EE33 Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | EC356 |
| Title: | Computer Networks With Security Applications |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | This course provides a foundation in the fundamentals of data and computer communications. Emphasis is placed on protocol and network design within the framework of the TCP/IP network architecture. Critical technical areas in data communications, wide-area networking, and local area networking are explored. Cyber security considerations, vulnerabilities, and solutions are examined at all levels of the network stack. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EE353 Coreq: Prereq: EE353 Coreq: Prereq: EE353 Coreq: |
| Course: | EC361 |
| Title: | Microcomputer-Based Design |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | A principles-based foundation to the analysis and design of systems using microprocessors. The student will acquire a detailed understanding of the architecture and instruction set of a representative microcontroller, assembly and C programming languages, and the use of interrupts. The student will design and build circuits with both digital and analog components and will learn to use timers, asynchronous serial communications, parallel communications, analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog converters, and pulse-width modulators. The derivation and use of design equations to achieve desired behavior is emphasized. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EE313 OR EC262 Coreq: Prereq: EE313 OR EC262 Coreq: Prereq: EE313 OR EC2 |
| Course: | EC362 |
| Title: | Computer Architecture |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | This course covers organization, structure, and design of computers, starting with a review of the history of computers. Design topics include: complex and reduced instruction set design; data addressing; design of central processing units, registers, and arithmetic logic units that covers two's complement addition and subtraction, and multiplication; circuits to handle exceptions: data busses; memory system design; input/output system design; fixed-point and floating-point hardware, pipelining design. VHDL implementation of a processor, and performance analysis. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EC262 AND EC361 Coreq: Prereq: EC262 AND EC361 Coreq: Prereq: EC262 AND |
| Course: | EC404 |
| Title: | Operating Systems |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This is an introductory course covering fundamental concepts and principles of computer operating systems with emphasis on process management including threads, memory management, file system structures, I/O management, and security. Students will engage in a number of programming projects |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SI204 Coreq: Prereq: SI204 Coreq: Prereq: SI204 Coreq: |
| Course: | EC415 |
| Title: | Computer Eng Design Ii |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course provides practice in computer engineering design, development, and prototype testing. Following approval of the project by the instructor, the student develops a prototype, troubleshoots, and gathers performance data, then completes construction and packaging of the final design. A formal briefing to peers and department faculty follows a written final project report on the completed project in lieu of a final exam. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EE411 AND ECE Coreq: Prereq: EE411 AND ECE Coreq: Prereq: EE411 AND ECE |
| Course: | EC433 |
| Title: | Code Analysis & Optimization |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course provides students with an introduction to code analysis and optimization using compiler-based tools. Course topics will include lexing and parsing source-code, performing static analysis on abstract syntax trees, optimizing code for performance, and generating machine specific code. Labs will focus on learning and using state-of-the-art compiler frameworks to analyze, instrument, and optimize programs. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SI221 Coreq: Prereq: SI221 Coreq: Prereq: SI221 Coreq: |
| Course: | EC444 |
| Title: | Hardware Security |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course seeks to teach students the basic fundamentals of hardware security to include both offensive and defensive measures at the hardware level. Students will gain an understanding of active and passive attacks and learn techniques to build secure systems starting from hardware. Students will be exposed to the concepts of reverse engineering, counterfeiting, and hardware Trojans. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SY303 OR SY303L OR EC262 Coreq: Prereq: SY303 OR SY303L OR EC262 Coreq: |
| Course: | EC456 |
| Title: | Wireless Networks |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | An introductory course in wireless networking and wireless network security. Major topics will include the wireless channel; the IEEE 802.11 (WiFi) standard, and wireless security. Additional topics (time permitting) may include Bluetooth, wireless sensor networks, and other advanced topics. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EC356 or IC322. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EC462 |
| Title: | Advanced Computer Architecture |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course provides students an in-depth look at the design of modern computers beginning with a review of elementary computer architecture and quickly moving into an examination of modern methods of high-speed performance from microprocessors. The course covers topics essential to modern superscalar processor design: review of pipelined processor design and advanced hierarchical memory design; additional topics including advanced branch prediction, register renaming, out-of-order execution and advanced speculation. This course also provides a coverage of memory and storage technologies, and also gets into parallel processing, vector machines, GPUs, CUDA programming, thread-level parallelism, and even warehouse/cloud computing. The last few weeks are dedicated to performing an analysis of research papers in the advanced computer architecture community. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: (EC362 & SI204) or (IC220 & IC210) Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prere |
| Course: | EC463 |
| Title: | Microcomputer Interfacing |
| Credits: | 2—4—4 |
| Description: | This course provides a strong foundation in techniques for connecting computers to peripheral and communications devices and in the methodology for programming the computer to control external devices in real time. This course is supported by a project-oriented laboratory with an opportunity to use a wide variety of computer-controlled peripheral devices. A major emphasis of the course is the in-depth study of interrupt processing, polling, direct memory access, memory-mapped interface, parallel input/output (I/O) protocols, serial input/output (I/O) protocols, inter-process communication, and modular techniques for designing hardware and software. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EC262 or EE313. Prereq: EC262 OR EE313 Coreq: Prereq: EC262 OR EE313 Cor |
| Course: | EE221 |
| Title: | Introduction To Electrical Engineering I |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | This course addresses the analysis of linear electric circuits through the application of basic network laws and theorems. The student derives solutions for DC circuits, sinusoidal steady-state circuits, and first- and second-order circuits. Students are introduced to linear integrated circuits such as operational amplifiers and comparators. Laboratory exercises where students build and design circuits and use test equipment reinforce course material. Introductory troubleshooting skills and lab notebook maintenance are emphasized. Computer simulation is used throughout the course to support both analysis and design objectives. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM121 AND (EEE OR ECE) Coreq: Prereq: SM121 AND (EEE OR ECE) Coreq: Prer |
| Course: | EE241 |
| Title: | Electronics |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | The physics of semiconductor devices (p-n junction diode, bipolar and field effect transistors) is introduced. Device characterization in terms of appropriate external variables then leads to construction of small-signal and large-signal models. Emphasis is on practical electronic circuits such as amplifiers, filters, rectifiers, regulators and switching circuits. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EE221 or EE331. Prereq: EE221 OR EE331 Coreq: Prereq: EE221 OR EE331 Cor |
| Course: | EE301 |
| Title: | Electrical Fundamentals & Applications |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | Provides an introduction to AC and DC circuit theory appropriate to model shipboard systems. Circuits of resistors, capacitors, inductors and sources are analyzed to predict steady state and first-order transient voltage, current, and power. Impedance matching, filters, transformers, motors/generators, and three-phase power distribution systems are introduced in the context of shipboard application. Laboratory exercises use tools and equipment found in the fleet and allow for a comparison of theoretical and actual circuit performance. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Physics II (SP212 or SP222). Prereq: SP212 OR SP222 OR SP212P Coreq: Pre |
| Course: | EE313 |
| Title: | Logic Design And Microprocessors |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | This is an introductory level project course in digital electronics for non-electrical engineering majors. It begins with the design, analysis and minimization of both combinatorial and sequential circuits and their realization in both discrete components and programmable logic devices. The course then progresses into the uses of MSI devices and digital arithmetic. Finally, an introduction to assembly level programming and microprocessor/microcontroller based systems design is also provided. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EC310 or EC312. Prereq: EC310 OR EC312 Coreq: Prereq: EC310 OR EC312 Cor |
| Course: | EE320 |
| Title: | Intro To Electrical Engr Ii |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course provides an introduction to the analysis of power systems and rotating machinery. The student applies circuit analysis techniques to solve single-phase and three-phase power problems. Further, the analysis of ideal and non-ideal transformers, DC machines, and synchronous machines is included. An introduction to power electronic circuits is provided, including DC motor speed control and power supply examples. Problem solving and laboratory exercises are emphasized. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EE221. Prereq: EE221 Coreq: Prereq: EE221 Coreq: Prereq: EE221 Coreq: |
| Course: | EE322 |
| Title: | Signals And Systems |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | This course develops the relationship between the time and frequency domains for signals and the systems that operate upon them. Continuous- and discrete-time linear, time-invariant systems, including electrical circuits with zero initial conditions, are analyzed using the techniques of convolution as well as Fourier and Laplace transforms in order to determine their input-output relationships. Signals and systems are explored using these theoretical tools as well as in software simulations and hardware-based experiments. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EE241 or EC244 or approval of department chair. Prereq: EE241 OR EC244 C |
| Course: | EE331 |
| Title: | Applications Of Electrical Engr |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | This course provides a foundation in DC and AC circuit theory and analysis, including Nodal Analysis, Source Transformations, Thevenin equivalence, natural and forced responses of first order systems, and power analysis for DC, single-phased and three-phase AC systems. Transformers and discrete electronic components are introduced and drive discussion of applications in power distribution, conversion, and regulation as well as machine control. AC and DC machines are investigated and discussed in the context of naval power systems. Lecture material is reinforced and supplemented with laboratory work that emphasizes engineering design. |
| Requisites: | SP212 or SP222 Prereq: SP212 OR SP222 Coreq: Prereq: SP212 OR SP222 Coreq: Prere |
| Course: | EE342 |
| Title: | Advanced Electronics |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | A project-based course where students will explore advanced topics in analog circuits and design methodologies, with focus on operational amplifiers, oscillators, active filters, audio circuits, transistors, and integrated circuits. Students examine a wide range of sensors and actuators. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EE241 or EC244. Prereq: EE241 OR EC244 Coreq: Prereq: EE241 OR EC244 Cor |
| Course: | EE353 |
| Title: | Prob Stats & Lin Alg For Ece |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course is an introduction to probability, statistics, and linear algebra with applications to electrical and computer engineering. The course begins with the fundamentals of probability theory, and then relates these concepts to data analysis using the fundamentals of statistics. The course finishes with applications of linear algebra to solving engineering problems via matrix analysis and manipulation. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM212 or SM222 Prereq: SM212 OR SM222 Coreq: Prereq: SM212 OR SM222 Core |
| Course: | EE354 |
| Title: | Modern Comm Systems With Cyber Applications |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | An introduction to communication systems that focuses on the analysis and design of analog and digital communication systems in a cyber context. Topics include power and energy spectral density, quantization of analog signals, line coding, basic analog and digital modulation techniques, and transmitter and receiver design concepts. Modulation will be analyzed both on the basis of spectral characteristics and performance in AWGN channels. Application of these techniques to practical communication systems will be presented. The course ends with a brief introduction to spread spectrum and wireless communications. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EE353 & EE322. Prereq: EE353 AND EE322 Coreq: Prereq: EE353 AND EE322 Co |
| Course: | EE372 |
| Title: | Engineering Electromagnetics |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | Basic transmission line theory is introduced with high-frequency circuit design applications. Maxwell's equations are formulated for time-varying fields and applied to propagation in free space, transmission lines and antennas. Labs provide practical experience with transmission lines, free space propagation, optical waveguides and antennas. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Physics II (SP212 or SP222). Prereq: SP212 OR SP222 Coreq: Prereq: SP212 |
| Course: | EE411 |
| Title: | Elect & Comp Eng Design I |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | A series of design problems are presented to take the student through the total design process from specification to verification of performance. In addition to technical design, factors such as safety, economics, and ethical and societal implications are considered. A small project is executed and evaluated. Each student chooses a capstone project and develops and submits a proposed design to be completed in EE414 (for electrical engineers) or EE415 (for computer engineers). The proposal is presented to the student's peers and project advisors in lieu of a final exam. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C standing in EEE major or ECE major or approval of department chair. |
| Course: | EE414 |
| Title: | Electrical Eng Design Ii |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course provides practice in engineering design, development, and prototype testing. Following approval of the project by the instructor, the student develops a prototype, troubleshoots, and gathers performance data, then completes construction and packaging of the final design. A formal briefing to peers and department faculty follows a written final project report on the completed project in lieu of a final exam [spring]. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EE411 and 1/C EEE major, or approval of department chair. Prereq: EE411 |
| Course: | EE420 |
| Title: | Electric Machines And Drives |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | The course includes an introduction to magnetic circuits and electromechanical energy conversion principles. Building on these topics, the basic operation, analysis, modeling and design of transformers, dc machines, induction machines, and synchronous machines is then presented. The simulation and power electronic control of dc and ac machines are considered. The output waveforms of a synchronous machine/three-phase rectifier, as part of a dc distribution system, are investigated. The course utilizes both simulation exercises and extensive laboratory hardware exercises to reinforce theory and validate derived models. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EE320. Prereq: EE320 Coreq: Prereq: EE320 Coreq: Prereq: EE320 Coreq: |
| Course: | EE432 |
| Title: | Digital Signal Processing |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | A follow-on to EE322 (Signals and Systems), this course further explores the creation (A/D) and processing of discrete-time signals and systems, which are analyzed both in the time and in frequency domains. The Discrete Time Fourier Transform and Z-Transform are introduced. Systems properties such as stability, linearity and time-invariance are studied. Focusing on linear time-invariant (LTI) systems, linear constant coefficient difference equations (LCCDEs) are used to relate the time-domain input-output relationship of a system to the system's frequency response. Digital filters, both FIR and IIR, are designed to meet specifications and applied to discrete inputs such as voice, music, and biomedical signals. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EE322 or approval of department chair. Prereq: EE322 Coreq: Prereq: EE32 |
| Course: | EE433 |
| Title: | Wireless Communications |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | An in-depth study of cellular-based wireless communication systems. Topics include system design, mobile radio propagation, link budgets, small-scale fading, multipath, and diversity techniques for mobile radio. A working knowledge of the characteristics of licensed and unlicensed wireless systems in use in the U.S. today is also developed. Technical discussions of recent topics/publications related to the course material are included. Laboratory experiments emphasize indoor and outdoor RF propagation measurements. Students are expected to complete an extensive final project. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EE354 or approval of department chair. Prereq: EE354 Coreq: Prereq: EE35 |
| Course: | EE434 |
| Title: | Wireless And Cellular Communications Systems Ii |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | A continuation of the in-depth study of wireless and cellular systems. This study includes modulation techniques for mobile radio, equalization, diversity, and channel coding. Small group research projects are conducted in lieu of a final examination. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EE433 or approval of department chair. Prereq: EE433 Coreq: Prereq: EE43 |
| Course: | EE435 |
| Title: | Biometric Signal Processing |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course is an introduction to the means and methods to automatically identify people based on their unique physical or physiological traits, called biometrics. It provides an overview of pattern recognition and image processing techniques, then covers how to apply those methods to the identification of irises, faces, fingerprints, and hand geometry. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EE353 and EE322, or Department Chair approval. Prereq: EE353 AND EE322 C |
| Course: | EE440 |
| Title: | Brain-Machine Learning |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course develops the concepts from machine learning, signal processing, and neuroscience required to understand how modern brain-machine interfaces - technologies that interact with the nervous system for therapeutic or rehabilitative purposes - interpret and respond to brain signals. Examples of these technologies include retinal prostheses for the blind and brain-driven limb protheses for amputees. The course also examines brain-machine interfaces at the system level through directed readings of the scientific and engineering literature. Specific course topics include basic neuroanatomy and neurophysiology for engineers and statistical techniques for the dimensionality reduction, de-noising, classification, and clustering of neural signals. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EE322 and EE353, or permission of instructor. Prereq: EE322 AND EE353 Co |
| Course: | EE444 |
| Title: | Power Conversion |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | This course covers the analysis, simulation, design, control and construction of systems that convert electric power to the electrical and mechanical domains. Topics include power electronic circuits, motors, system design, and feedback control with applications in renewable energy, electric vehicles, microgrids, manufacturing, robotics, and defense. The course provides a broad overview from low-level design to the selection of commercial products, and is especially useful for students in their capstone and research projects that include power conversion. Design through mathematical modeling and simulation, followed by implementation and testing, is emphasized. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EE320 or EE331 or permission of instructor Prereq: EE320 OR EE331 Coreq: |
| Course: | EE451 |
| Title: | Electronic Properties Of Semiconductors |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course develops an understanding of semiconductor properties and how they determine the performance of semiconductor devices. Hole and electron conduction and charge carrier distribution models are developed. Charge carrier generation and recombination and carrier dynamics leading to drift and diffusion are used to study semiconductor transport phenomena. The p-n junction, bipolar junction transistor, and field-effect transistor are studied in detail. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Physics II (SP212 or SP222) or EE241 or approval of department chair. Pr |
| Course: | EE472 |
| Title: | Fiber Optic Comms & Sensing |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | An introduction to the nature of optical waveguides and fiber optic communication and sensing systems. Fiber propagation modes, dispersion and attenuation are studied. Lightwave transmitters and receivers, optical amplifiers, and components for wavelength division multiplexing are discussed, and methods by which optical fibers can measure strain or temperature will be described. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Physics II (SP212 or SP222) Prereq: SP212 OR SP222 Coreq: Prereq: SP212 |
| Course: | EE473 |
| Title: | Principles Of Radar & Electronic Warfare |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The course offers radar fundamentals, intermediate radar topics, special radar topics, and an overview of electronic warfare (EW). Fundamentals include the basics of range and Doppler estimation using pulsed and CW signals, radar detection theory, radar components, range and Doppler estimation, PRF and radar ambiguities. Intermediate topics include propagation issues, clutter processing, MTI and pulse Doppler, and tracking. Special topics include synthetic aperture radar (SAR) imaging, over-the-horizon (OTH) radar, and bistatic radar. The EW part of the course looks at each of the three EW principles: EA, EP, and ES - in turn, examining technologies and techniques. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EE372 and EE354. Prereq: EE372 AND EE354 Coreq: Prereq: EE372 AND EE354 |
| Course: | EE474 |
| Title: | Engineering Optics |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | Basics of optics and applications to engineering will be discussed, to include geometric and matrix optics, polarization, interference, and diffraction. Additional topics could include Fourier optics, radiometry and photometry, optical detection, and optical aberration effects. Midshipmen cannot receive credit for both EE474 and SP438. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SP212 OR SP212P OR SP212 Coreq: Prereq: SP212 OR SP212P OR SP212 Coreq: |
| Course: | EE475 |
| Title: | Laser Fundamentals |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | Basics of laser development and operation will be discussed, to include the wave and particle nature of light, coherence and polarization, elementary quantum mechanics, conditions for producing a laser, laser beam propagation and beam development through a vacuum as well as discussions of the effects of atmospheric turbulence. Additional topics could include ocean optics, Fourier optics, free-space optical (FSO) communications, holography, specific laser systems, atmospheric characterization, and non-linear optical effects. |
| Requisites: | SP212 or SP222 Prereq: SP212 OR SP222 Coreq: Prereq: SP212 OR SP222 Coreq: Prere |
| Course: | EG471 |
| Title: | Engineering Design I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The first course in a two-semester capstone design sequence for General Engineering majors. Topics include the engineering design process, project management, codes and standards. Students form design teams, select a capstone design project and progress through the project definition, proposal, exploratory research, concept selection and preliminary design stages of the project. The capstone design project continues in EM422. |
| Requisites: | 1/C General Engineering Major Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EG472 |
| Title: | Engineering Design Ii |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | Part two of the two-semester capstone design course sequence for General Engineering majors. Students continue with concept selection, detailed design, prototyping and evaluation of their capstone design projects. Formal presentations and reports are prepared to review and document the designs. |
| Requisites: | 1/C General Engineering Major; EM421 Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Co |
| Course: | EM211 |
| Title: | Statics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An initial course in applied vector mechanics with emphasis on static equilibrium. Topics include forces, moments, couples, equivalent force-couple systems, centroids, distributed forces, and Coulomb friction. The application of the free body diagram in the analysis of static equilibrium of frames, machines and trusses is stressed. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None; Coreq: Calculus III and Physics I. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EM215 |
| Title: | Introduction To Mechanical Engineering |
| Credits: | 1—4—3 |
| Description: | This is an overview course for Mechanical, General, and Nuclear Engineering majors that introduces the student to the main areas of mechanics, materials, and thermoscience. In addition, it provides background in visualization skills and the design process. Projects are used to enhance the understanding of mechanical engineering and the design process. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None; for EME, EGE, and ENR majors only. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EM217 |
| Title: | Strength Of Materials |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | A first course in mechanics of deformable bodies with emphasis on the engineering approach to the responses of these bodies to various types of loadings. Topics include stress-strain relationships, stress-strain analysis, stress and strain transformation (Mohr's circle), load-deflection, bending, torsion, buckling, and temperature effects. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EM211; Coreq: SM212. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EM221 |
| Title: | Statics & Mechanics Of Materials |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | Vector representation of force, resultant force and moment, equilibrium of concurrent and non-concurrent forces. Determinate and indeterminate force systems. Area moments and products of inertia. Support reactions and free-body diagrams for simple models of structures. Internal forces and moments in slender members. Cauchy's stress, linear strain, and Hooke's law for isotropic solids. Axial, torsional, and bending stresses in structural members. Axial and hoop stresses in thin-walled pressure vessels. Failure criteria for isotropic materials. Laboratory work integrated to enhance conceptual understanding and provide practical insight. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Coreq: (SP211 OR SP211P OR SP211 Prereq: Coreq: (SP211 OR SP211P OR SP |
| Course: | EM222 |
| Title: | Mechanics I |
| Credits: | 4—0—4 |
| Description: | An initial course in applied vector mechanics with coverage of both statics and dynamics. Topics include forces, moments, couples, properties of areas, and distributed forces. The application of the free body diagram in the analysis of static equilibrium of frames, machines and trusses. Topics in dynamics including kinematics and kinetics of particles and rigid bodies, as well as energy and momentum methods. |
| Requisites: | Coreq: SM221 and SP211 Prereq: Coreq: SM221 AND SP211 Prereq: Coreq: SM221 AND |
| Course: | EM223 |
| Title: | Mechanics Ii |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | A first course in mechanics of deformable bodies with emphasis on the engineering approach to the responses of these bodies to various types of loadings. Topics include stress-strain relationships, stress-strain analysis, stress and strain transformation (Mohr's circle), load-deflection, bending, torsion, buckling, and temperature effects. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | EM211 or EM222. Coreq: SM212 Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EM226 |
| Title: | Engineering Computation |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This is an introductory course in algorithmic thinking using MATLAB. Topics include element-wise algebra, advanced plotting, user-defined functions, selection structures, for and while loops, calculus and differential equations, and advanced topics. Assignments and projects will be conducted to provide realistic applications for algorithmic thinking and technical writing. |
| Requisites: | EME, EGE, ENR MAJORS ONLY. Coreq: SM122. Prereq: Coreq: SM122 Prereq: Coreq: S |
| Course: | EM228 |
| Title: | Engineering Design I |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | The first course in the mechanical engineering design course sequence. Topics include hand sketching, computer-aided design and manufacturing, use of hand and machine tools, and professional design communication. Students will complete five design projects, working through all stages of the design process including problem definition, ideation, conceptual design, manufacturing, testing, and redesign. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EM232 |
| Title: | Dynamics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Course in classical vector dynamics. Topics include vector algebra and calculus, kinematics and kinetics of particles and rigid bodies, as well as energy and momentum methods. Extensive problem solving involving particle and rigid body motion is required. [fall, spring, summer] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EM211 Coreq: SM212. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EM300 |
| Title: | Principles Of Propulsion |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | A study of the principles of energy conversion, fluid flow and hydraulics applied to naval engineering systems, including the basic operation of steam, gas turbine and internal combustion power plants, as well as heat exchangers, air conditioning, and refrigeration. [fall, spring, summer] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Physics I (SP211 or SP221). Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Cor |
| Course: | EM312 |
| Title: | Materials Science |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | An introductory course in the physical and mechanical properties and processing of engineering design materials including metals, ceramics, plastics, composites, their structures, use in engineering applications and failure phenomena. All laboratory projects are structured to provide strong physical illustrations for the topics covered in lectures. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SC112, Coreq: SP211 Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EM316 |
| Title: | Intro To Fluid Dynamics & Heat Transfer |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A first course in thermal systems that covers incompressible fluid mechanics and heat transfer. Topics in fluid mechanics include properties of fluids, fluid statics, integral conservation equations, differential field analysis, dimensional analysis and similitude, incompressible boundary layers, viscous flow in conduits and flow about immersed bodies. Topics in heat transfer include one-dimensional steady conduction, convection and radiation exchange. Heat transfer emphasis is related to heat exchangers and electronics cooling applications. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SP211 Coreq: SM212 Prereq: SP211 OR SP211P OR SP211 Coreq: Prereq: SP211 |
| Course: | EM317 |
| Title: | Thermodynamics With Appl |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | A basic thermodynamics course in which the first and second laws of thermodynamics are studied primarily from the classical macroscopic viewpoint and applied to both closed and open systems. Working substances include perfect gases, real gases and vapors in addition to solids and liquids. Thermodynamic cycles are covered with specific reference to internal combustion engines, gas turbine engines, steam power plants and refrigeration. Methods for improving the performance of thermodynamic cycles are discussed including regeneration. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SC111 and Coreq: SP211 Prereq: SC111 Coreq: SP211 OR SP211P OR SP211R Pr |
| Course: | EM319 |
| Title: | Engineering Thermodynamics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A basic thermodynamics course in which the first and second laws of thermodynamics are studied primarily from the classical macroscopic viewpoint and applied to both closed and open systems. Working substances include perfect gases, real gases and vapors in addition to solids and liquids. Naval applications are emphasized. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SC111; Coreq: SP211. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EM320 |
| Title: | Applied Thermodynamics |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | Laboratory equipment which operates on principles of thermodynamics and fluid mechanics is used to reinforce analyses and design of gas and vapor power cycles, refrigeration and air conditioning, ship and aircraft propulsion systems, combustion, energy conversion and compressible flow. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EM319 or equivalent. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EM324 |
| Title: | Fluid Dynamics |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | An introductory course in fluid dynamics stressing both the integral and differential forms of the conservation laws of fluid flow. Engineering applications are made to hydrostatics and to ideal and real fluid flows. Laboratory experiments and problems sessions complement the lectures. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM212 and Coreq: EM215, EM226, EA208, EN275, EN330, EW200, or SI204 Prer |
| Course: | EM335 |
| Title: | Mechanics Iii |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course expands on fundamental topics introduced in prior mechanics and materials courses. This course incorporates elements of solid mechanics, and dynamics as well as materials selection and manufacturing. Mechanics topics include an introduction to plate theory, orthotropic material behavior, and elementary vibrations analysis. Materials selection and manufacturing topics include: nonferrous metals, polymers and composites, ceramics and the processing techniques associated with these materials. |
| Requisites: | (EM222 or EM232) and (EM223 or EM217) and (EM313, ER313, EA222, or EN380) Prereq |
| Course: | EM337 |
| Title: | Energy Systems |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | An advanced course in energy systems analysis. The First and Second Laws are reviewed and applied to practical systems along with exergy analysis. Topics include applied combustion, and complex fuel analysis for internal and external combustion engines, stationary and mobile power, refrigeration and psychrometric applications. |
| Requisites: | EM317 or EM319 Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EM371 |
| Title: | Introduction To Design |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | Fundamentals of mechanical design, with emphasis on the design of pertinent machine elements. Topics such as fasteners, springs, anti-friction bearings, lubrication and journal bearings, gearing and shafts are covered. Also included are static and fatigue failure theories. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EM217 and EM232. Prereq: EM217 AND EM232 Coreq: Prereq: EM217 AND EM232 |
| Course: | EM375 |
| Title: | Mechanical Engineering Experimentation |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | A design course that emphasizes the theory and practical considerations associated with contemporary experimental procedures, methods and design strategies. Topics include measurement error and its propagation, equation fitting and plotting, signal acquisition and validation, instrument response and elements of experimental design. Emphasis includes computer aided data reduction, modeling of a system and report writing. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM212, EM217, and EM232. Prereq: SM212 AND EM217 AND EM23 Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | EM380 |
| Title: | Engineering Review |
| Credits: | 0—2—0 |
| Description: | A comprehensive review course to prepare students to take the Engineer-In-Training (EIT) or Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) examination. Topics include mathematics, chemistry, computers, electrical engineering, engineering economics, statics, dynamics, thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and mechanics of materials. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C engineering major. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EM414 |
| Title: | Heat Transfer |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | In steady-state and transient conduction, laminar and turbulent internal and external convection, and thermal radiation. Applications studied address renewable energy and power generation systems, heat exchangers and fins, nuclear reactor cooling, and microelectronics thermal management. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: (EM317 OR EM319) and EM324 |
| Course: | EM420 |
| Title: | Project Management Mech Eng |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Project Management for Mechanical Engineers is an introduction to the fundamentals of project management. Topics include planning projects, schedules, budgets, resources, data analysis, project team dynamics, implementation, execution, performance measurement and closeout. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Engineering major or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prere |
| Course: | EM423 |
| Title: | Mechanical Vibrations |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | The treatment of vibration fundamentals including free, damped and forced harmonic vibrations of linear single and multi-degree of freedom systems, modal analysis, continuous systems and a practical project. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EM217 and EM232. Prereq: EM217 AND EM232 Coreq: Prereq: EM217 AND EM232 |
| Course: | EM424 |
| Title: | Analytical Methods Mechanics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Review of solution methods to frequently encountered engineering problems such as cylindrical and spherical heat conduction, wave dynamics, boundary layers and vibrations. The solutions methods focus on problems encountered in solid mechanics, fluids mechanics and heat transfer. Includes both analytical and numerical problem solving techniques. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM212 and Coreq: EM215, EM226, EA208, EN275, EN330, EW200, or SI204) Pre |
| Course: | EM425 |
| Title: | Numerical Methods For Engineers |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An introduction to numerical techniques for solving mathematical problems relevant to a range of engineering and physical systems. Applications are drawn primarily from mechanical, nuclear, and aerospace engineering. Lectures and programming assignments will cover a range of topics to include solutions of systems of linear equations, solution of non-linear equations, curve fitting, numeric integration, and numeric solution methods for differential equations. Students will undertake a project using numerical methods and present their results. |
| Requisites: | SM212 and (EM215, EM226, EA208, EN275, EN330, EW202, EE322, or SI204) Prereq: C |
| Course: | EM433 |
| Title: | Computer-Aided Manufacturing |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course examines how computers and automation are used in modern manufacturing processes. Topics include machining processes, CNC programming, process planning, dimensioning, and tolerancing. Students participate in a manufacturing project which utilizes CAD/CAM software to design and manufacture a component using CNC machining equipment. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C engineering major. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EM434 |
| Title: | Additive Manufacturing |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A course in current Additive Manufacturing (AM) technologies and their applications in the Department of Defense and industry. Practical hands-on use of AM, engineering design for AM, and modern topics in AM are core areas emphasized in a project-based learning environment with potential for tangible contributions to the operating forces of the Navy and Marine Corps. All AM methods are reviewed with emphasis on Fused Deposition Modeling (FDM), Stereolithography, and Selective Laser Sintering (SLS). Cannot received credit for both EM434 and EW470. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EM217, EM221, EA222, EN222, or approval of the Dept Chair. Prereq: Core |
| Course: | EM436 |
| Title: | Mechanics Of Composite Struc |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | Mechanics of Composite Structures is an introductory course that emphasizes the mechanics of structures containing composite materials. Mechanics topics covered include generalized Hooke's Law, lamina constitutive relationships, lamina strength analysis, micro-mechanics of fiber reinforced lamina, and the mechanics of composite laminates. In addition materials science and manufacturing of composites are covered. A project that requires both the design, manufacture and testing of a composite component or structure concludes this course. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EM217. Prereq: EM217 Coreq: Prereq: EM217 Coreq: Prereq: EM217 Coreq: |
| Course: | EM441 |
| Title: | Directed Energy Weapons |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course will provide students with an introduction to the use of Directed Energy Systems. Topics covered include propagation of directed energy, atmospheric effects and modeling, and simulation of a directed energy beam. In addition, an overview of the technology and analysis needed to understand and design the beam control systems that accomplish acquisition, tracking, and pointing of shipboard lasers will be discussed. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM212 and SP212 Prereq: SM212 AND SP212 Coreq: Prereq: SM212 AND SP212 C |
| Course: | EM443 |
| Title: | Energy Conversion |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Fundamentals of applied energy systems including types and sources of energy; forms and methods of energy delivery; and the sectors, magnitude, and use patterns of energy consumption. Focusing on the US national energy situation, topics include energy conversion processes in existing and projected power, transportation, heating and cooling systems, with emphasis on efficiency, economic viability, and environmental impacts. Traditional and nontraditional fuels; nuclear energy systems, alternate energy systems, and methods of energy storage. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EM319 or equivalent. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EM444 |
| Title: | Solar Energy |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An introduction to solar energy conversion and applications. Topics covered include: solar radiation, weather, seasonal, and locational effects; solar thermal and photovoltaic energy systems, economic feasibility, and impacts on the electric grid. For comparison purposes, other energy technologies are evaluated including conventional and nuclear power generation, wind energy, geothermal, waste-to-energy, biomass, hydropower, hydrogen, and energy storage. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EM317 OR EM317L OR EM319 Coreq: Prereq: EM317 OR EM317L OR EM319 Coreq: |
| Course: | EM445 |
| Title: | Nondestructive Evaluation |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | The course examines each of the quantitative sensor-based methods for non-invasively assessing the structural integrity of materials -- metals and composites. The methods covered include sonic, ultrasonic, electro-magnetic, optical and infrared. The important properties of any sensor are its wavelength, beam spread, and resolution and each student will receive a solid understanding of how these three key parameters are used to provide optimal NDE results for understanding material properties as well as detecting internal defects. Labs involve materials imaging, subsurface characterization and imaging, microstructure and properties characterization, and defect characterization in naval and aerospace components. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SP212, EM313. Prereq: SP212 AND EM313 Coreq: Prereq: SP212 AND EM313 Cor |
| Course: | EM447 |
| Title: | Wind And Tidal Energy |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course will cover wind and water turbine technology including design of turbine blades, analysis of flow regimes and energy conversion. The economics and policies involved in implementing these renewable energy systems will also be studied. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EM317 or EM319 and EM316, EM324 or EA301. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq |
| Course: | EM450 |
| Title: | Combustion And Flames |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | In this class we will study combustion and flames in the context of diesel engines, aviation and ship-based gas turbines as well as burners. A wide range of conventional and alternative, commercial and military fuels are studied. Numerous laboratory exercises are performed to explore and measure how combustion systems work. This includes reverse engineering a range of combustion systems in order to understand how air and fuel are prepared for combustion, where and how heat release occurs, and the exhaust emissions that follow. Companion combustion thermodynamics and combustion kinetics analysis are used to understand and explain the various combustion systems. |
| Requisites: | PREREQ: EM320 Prereq: EM320 Coreq: Prereq: EM320 Coreq: Prereq: EM320 Coreq: |
| Course: | EM451 |
| Title: | Design Of Robotic Elements |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course addresses practical issues concerning the design, fabrication and operation of wheel-driven mobile robots. The objectives of the course are to: (a) Design and fabricate wheel-driven mobile robots to accomplish particular performance objectives, (2) Select typical elements used in robot construction such as electric motors, drive train components, pneumatic components, and sensors, and (3) Develop and test code for a programmable robot controller to incorporate various sensors and enable autonomous operation. The course utilizes a hands-on, project-based approach to learning about robotics. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EM371 or ER371 or permission of instructor. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Cor |
| Course: | EM452 |
| Title: | Mechanics Of Materials |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This is a fundamental course in mechanics of deformable bodies with an emphasis on the engineering approach to the elastic response of simple deformable bodies to various types of loadings. Topics include axial, torsion and bending loads, combined loads, stress-strain relationships, stress and strain transformation (Mohr's circle), load-deflection, buckling, and temperature effects. Midshipmen who take EM217 cannot also receive credit for EM452. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EM211. Coreq: SM212. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EM456 |
| Title: | Corrosion And Corrosion Control |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | A course dedicated to the study of various types of corrosion including the electrochemical and metallurgical mechanisms responsible for each and their prevention. The course concentrates principally on the structural alloys used in the marine environment. Laboratory sessions involve demonstrations and hands-on experiments which complement the lecture material. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EA222 or EM313 or ER313 or EN380 or EM452. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Core |
| Course: | EM461 |
| Title: | Engines: Principles, Design And Applications |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | The course objective is to provide a fundamental understanding of reciprocating internal-combustion engine design and operation. This is achieved by linking existing engine hardware design and performance analysis to concepts and disciplines studied in the mechanical engineering curriculum. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EM320 and EM324 or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | EM462 |
| Title: | Energy, Analysis, Policy, & Security |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Interdisciplinary course with large group focus on energy and energy security from joint engineering, economic, environmental, and policy perspectives. The engineering-focused section will explore the technology of energy systems as it intersects with these other disciplines. |
| Requisites: | (EM317 or EM319) and (1C or 2C standing) or Dept Chair Permission Prereq: Coreq |
| Course: | EM465 |
| Title: | HUMANITARIAN ENGINEERING |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The course begins with explaining the logistics of a global response in a disaster. The course will then focus on the technical aspects of humanitarian assistance and disaster relief response; including providing water & sanitation, and shelter. The technical efficacy of those solutions will be assessed using simple analytical, and physical and/or computer modeling. Students will complete a final project designing and prototyping a low-tech solution for water & sanitation or shelter needs. |
| Requisites: |
| Course: | EM471 |
| Title: | Mechanical Engineering Design I |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | The first course in a two-semester capstone design sequence. Topics include the engineering design process, project management, codes and standards, engineering ethics, and computer-aided design. Students form design teams, select a capstone design project and progress through the proposal and preliminary design stages of the project. The capstone design project continues in EM472. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EM371, ER371, or Dept Chair Approval Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Pre |
| Course: | EM472 |
| Title: | Mechanical Engineering Design Ii |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | Part two of the two-semester capstone design course sequence. Students continue with concept selection, detail design, prototyping and evaluation of their capstone design projects. Formal presentations and reports are prepared to review and document the designs. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: (EM371 or ER371, and EM471) or approval of department chair. Prereq: Co |
| Course: | EM473 |
| Title: | Design Of Modern Weapons |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The course objectives are to teach students how explosives function, how they are manufactured, and how they are used. They will also learn the principles of warhead design and the determination of weapons system effectiveness. Students will form design teams and build representative weapons to be tested at a Navy Test Range. They will also study the Target Planning Cycle and the purpose of weapons testing. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EM474 |
| Title: | Gas Turbines: Design & Analysis |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | A course designed to acquaint the student with the design and analysis of modern gas turbine engines currently employed by the U.S. navy for ship and aircraft propulsion and electrical power generation. The performance of gas turbine engines under various environmental and flight conditions and modes of operation will be evaluated. The various components that comprise gas turbine engines such as axial and centrifugal compressors, combustors, axial turbines, intercoolers, reheaters/afterburners, regenerators, inlet/exit diffusers, exhaust nozzles and auxiliary systems will be studied. Methods of power augmentation and future concepts in turbomachinery propulsion will be discussed. The course will add to the student's knowledge in the areas of thermodynamics, compressible flow, combustion, and emissions control. The culmination of the course is a final design project. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EM320 OR EM337 Coreq: Prereq: EM320 OR EM337 Coreq: Prereq: EM320 OR EM3 |
| Course: | EM476 |
| Title: | Vehicle Dynamics |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | The fundamentals of passenger vehicle and light truck design and vehicle dynamics are covered. The engineering principles associated with acceleration, braking, handling, ride quality, aerodynamics and tire characteristics are discussed, as well as suspension and steering design. There will also be several lab exercises where vehicle systems are evaluated by students. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1C Engineering major or approval of Dept Chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | EM478 |
| Title: | Biological Fluid Dynamics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Analysis of fluid flow in and around biological systems, focusing on the mechanics of swimming, flying, and breathing. Two major themes of the course are the effect of scale on evolutionary form and function, and the relationships between biological inspiration, physical understanding, and engineering design. Fluid dynamics concepts from the prerequisite course will be expanded to include vortex dynamics, Stokes flow, and the structure of turbulence. |
| Requisites: | PREREQ: EM316 OR EM324 Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EN221 |
| Title: | Engr Mech W/Marine Apps I |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | First course in two-semester sequence covering the principles of engineering mechanics of rigid and deformable bodies for naval architecture students. Topics in the first course include forces, moments, static equilibrium, stress, strain, stress-strain relations and transformations, torsions in shafts, flexure in beams, column buckling, and temperature effects. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 3/C ENA major. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EN222 |
| Title: | Engr Mech W/Marine Apps Ii |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | The second course in a two semester sequence covering the principles of engineering mechanics of rigid and deformable bodies for naval architecture students. Topics in the second course include: generalized Hooke's Law and states of stress, structural failure theories, motion of a point, energy methods, impact loadings, momentum methods, planar kinematics of rigid bodies, energy and momentum in rigid body dynamics and single DOF vibration analysis. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EN221. Prereq: EN221 Coreq: Prereq: EN221 Coreq: Prereq: EN221 Coreq: |
| Course: | EN245 |
| Title: | Principles Of Ocean Systems Engineering |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course introduces new ocean engineering majors to the general problems and design practices in the areas of the ocean environment, coastal engineering, offshore structures, ocean materials, ocean acoustics, and underwater systems. Basic naval architecture principles are also covered, including hydrostatics, stability and buoyancy, and powering. The use of laboratory experiments and computer-aided drafting (CAD), are emphasized. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EOE major or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Core |
| Course: | EN247 |
| Title: | Principles Of Naval Arch & Marine Engr |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course, which is intended for midshipmen majoring in naval architecture, provides an overview of topics paramount to ship design. Topics include introductions to engineering design, engineering graphics, numerical methods, buoyancy, ship structures, and marine propulsion systems. A design project is used to provide students with a hands-on experience in designing a simple vessel. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: ENM major or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Core |
| Course: | EN330 |
| Title: | Probs & Stats W/ Ocean Appls |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Covers the basic concepts of probability and statistics with the aim of providing an understanding of the probabilistic nature of the forces acting on a marine structure. A statistical representation of the sea surface is developed in order to determine design values for structural loading and vehicle motion. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM212 and (EN245 or EN247). Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Cor |
| Course: | EN340 |
| Title: | Engineering Analysis & Graphics |
| Credits: | 2—0—2 |
| Description: | This course will cover computer-aided design (CAD) and engineering graphics using Solidworks and Google SketchUp with concentration on the development of engineering design drawings. Students will be exposed to a range of advanced engineering analysis tools in SolidWorks including computational fluid dynamics (CFD), finite element analysis (FEA), structural analysis, structural frequency analysis, and design optimization. Best practices in the communication of technical analyses will be presented. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EN245 Coreq: EM324 OR EM324L Prereq: EN245 Coreq: EM324 OR EM324L Prereq |
| Course: | EN342 |
| Title: | Ship Hydrostatics And Stability |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | Theories and procedures for predicting a ship's hydrostatic response to various conditions are addressed. Methods for computing the stability characteristics of both intact and damaged ships are studied. Floodable length computations are taught. Stability and subdivision criteria are explained. The lines plan for a hull form is developed and analyzed. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EN245 or EN247. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EN350 |
| Title: | Marine Engineering Systems |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course expands on how the major shipboard machinery systems impact the ship design process and the resulting ship. the basic characteristics of common machinery and electrical and piping distributive systems are introduced along with how specifications and drawings are developed for specific ship designs. Lectures are complemented by hands-on labs and field trips to various vessels. |
| Requisites: | Coreq: EM316 or EM324. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EN353 |
| Title: | Resistance And Propulsion |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | Topics include dimensional analysis, similitude, wave and viscous resistance of ships, ship-model testing techniques, full-scale performance prediction, momentum theory of propulsive devices, and propeller vibrations and design. This course also covers the experimental aspects of marine vehicle resistance and propulsion. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: (EN245 or EN247) and (EM316 or EM324). Prereq: (EN245 OR EN247) AND (EM |
| Course: | EN358 |
| Title: | Ship Structures |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | A course in structural theory and practice. Topics include longitudinal and transverse strength of the hull girder, bending moments in a seaway, plate theory, development of ship structural design, Finite Element analysis, and applications of shipbuilding materials. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EM217 or EN222; Coreq: EN353. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: C |
| Course: | EN380 |
| Title: | Naval Materials Science And Engineering |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course addresses the optimal use of materials in ocean systems with emphasis on corrosion prevention, fracture mechanics, and basic materials science. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Chemistry II (SC112 or SC151); Coreq: EM217 or EN222. Prereq: Coreq: Pr |
| Course: | EN400 |
| Title: | Principles Of Ship Performance |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | This course is an introduction to the applied science of ship systems. The course describes ships and submarines and how they remain afloat from a design and application perspective. Included are topics in hydrostatics, ship stability and operability, materials, fluid dynamics and propulsion. EN400 is an appropriate substitute for all majors where EN200 is required. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 2/C standing or permission of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | EN401 |
| Title: | Engineering In The Littoral Zone |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | This course is an introduction to engineering principles applied to the near-shore and on-shore environment. Basic engineering mechanics, strength of materials and soil mechanics are studied to provide a base for further investigation. Coastal processes including wave action, sediment transport, beach formation and erosion are discussed. How the combination of such processes and basic mechanics affect such things as small boat hydrostatics, sea-to-shore logistics operations, and coastal structure assessment and construction are studied. 1/C midshipmen having selected (or intending to select) Marine Corps service may substitute EN401 for EN200. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C standing or permission of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | EN405 |
| Title: | APPLIED ENGINEERING ANALYSIS & GRAPHICS |
| Credits: | 2—0—2 |
| Description: | This course will cover computer-aided design (CAD) and engineering graphics using Solidworks and Google SketchUp with concentration on the development of engineering design drawings. Students will be exposed to a range of advanced engineering analysis tools in Solidworks including computational fluid dynamics (CFD), finite element analysis (FEA), structural analysis, structural frequency analysis, and design optimization. Best practices in the communication of technical analyses will be presented. |
| Requisites: |
| Course: | EN411 |
| Title: | Ocean Environmental Engineering I |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | An introduction to basic principles and current issues in environmental engineering as applied to the ocean environment. Topical coverage includes chemical and biological considerations in water quality, diffusion and dispersion in estuaries and oceanic environments, engineering methods used to analyze and mitigate the effects of marine pollution, and environmental ethics and regulatory statutes. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C engineering major or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: P |
| Course: | EN412 |
| Title: | Ocean Environmental Engineering Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Basic principles and current issues in environmental engineering as applied to the ocean environment are introduced. Principal focus is on ocean resources: their identification, recovery, and utilization. Topical coverage includes the technological aspects of alternate energy sources; deep-ocean oil and gas recovery; desalinization; dredging and uses for dredge spoil; mineral exploitation; ocean depositories; wetlands, reefs and other coastal developments; and environmental economics, ethics, and regulatory statutes. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C engineering major or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: P |
| Course: | EN420 |
| Title: | Coastal Engineering |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course provides an overview of the methods used to design both shore protection systems and port and harbor structures. Topics include sea level fluctuations, wind-wave forecasting, shallow water wave transformation, sediment transport, littoral processes, "soft engineering" approaches like beach nourishment, and structural design of revetments, groins, jetties, and breakwaters. Emphasis is on the design process using Army Corps of Engineers design manuals. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EN475, 1/C EOE major or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Pr |
| Course: | EN424 |
| Title: | Coastal Resilience |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course provides an introduction to resilience and sustainability in coastal engineering projects. Climate and sea level trends are analyzed from a context of risk-based design, and adaptation alternatives are explored with a focus on real world projects. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EN475, EN461, or Dept Chair approval Prereq: EN475 AND EN461 Coreq: Prer |
| Course: | EN426 |
| Title: | Port And Harbor Engineering |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Covers engineering of marine terminals and small-craft harbors, ship berthing and maneuvering considerations, port navigation, port-related structures, channel design, floating terminals, offshore moorings, dredging, and port security. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EN245 and EOE major or Dept Chair approval. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Cor |
| Course: | EN427 |
| Title: | Marine Salvage |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course introduces the student to the basic principles of Marine Salvage. The course focuses on Salvage Engineering (drawing from multiple disciplines), Salvage Operations, Practical Application (labs), and case studies. |
| Requisites: | EN342 or EN475 Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EN428 |
| Title: | Engineering For Cold Regions |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course presents and discusses the Arctic environment and engineering challenges in cold regions of the earth. The course emphasizes the inherent features of sea ice, the littoral zone in the Arctic, and ships in ice. Aspects of constructed facilities and operations unique to cold regions will be studied including: engineering materials; frozen soil conditions; building for cold/frozen conditions; human performance in the cold; ice engineering; and the effect of ice and snow on the built environment including coastal conditions. The course will also provide an overview of modern ice-class ship technology and the world-wide ice-class fleet. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EM317 Prereq: EM317 Coreq: Prereq: EM317 Coreq: Prereq: EM317 Coreq: |
| Course: | EN430 |
| Title: | Underwater Work Systems |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course acquaints the student with design and operational considerations for working in the subsea environment. Topic coverage includes manned submersibles, unmanned remotely-operated vehicles, autonomous underwater vehicles, and deep-dive systems. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C engineering major or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: P |
| Course: | EN431 |
| Title: | Marine Engineering Systems |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course expands on how the major shipboard machinery systems impact the ship design process and the resulting ship. the basic characteristics of common machinery and electrical and piping distributive systems are introduced along with how specifications and drawings are developed for specific ship designs. Lectures are complemented by hands-on labs and field trips to various vessels. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EN353 and (EM316 or EM324) or Dept Chair approval. Prereq: Coreq: Prere |
| Course: | EN434 |
| Title: | Ocean Exploration: Science & Technology |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This class provides the student with an understanding of shipwrecks that may be considered historically significant; the methodologies for shipwreck search and discovery; the archaeological approach and reasoning necessary for preserving the material culture and context of the shipwreck site; and the basic methods for preservation, conservation and salvage and recovery if deemed appropriate. Topics covered include the role of history in ship evolution and technological developments; ship construction methods thru the various periods; library research; geophysical search tools; data presentation and visualization; cultural heritage management; and ocean engineering principles in support of shipwreck archaeology, recovery and management. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 2C or 1C standing Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EN440 |
| Title: | Design Of Foundations For Ocean Structures |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course covers basic soil mechanics principles and then applies these to the design of foundation systems, with an emphasis on the unique nature of coastal and ocean conditions. Topics include recommended practices and procedures for planning, designing and constructing adequate foundations for marine structures, including shallow foundations, deep pile foundation, vertical retaining walls, and anchoring systems. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: (EM217 or EN222) and 1/C EOE major or approval of department chair. Prer |
| Course: | EN441 |
| Title: | Ocean Engineering Structures I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Structural design considerations for fixed ocean structures, such as docks, piers, and steel-jacket structures, are analyzed. Design techniques including matrix methods and finite element analysis are introduced. Boundary conditions, wave effects, foundations, loading and materials considerations are studied. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EM217 or EN222. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EN442 |
| Title: | Ocean Eng Structures Ii |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | In this course in structural design theory and practice, basic structural elements of offshore and coastal structures are designed using current engineering design codes. Topics include material properties, connection methods, and the design of steel, composite, and concrete structures. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EN441. Prereq: EN441 Coreq: Prereq: EN441 Coreq: Prereq: EN441 Coreq: |
| Course: | EN445 |
| Title: | Marine Fabrication Methods |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course presents some of the basic techniques used to fabricate offshore structures and ships. Lecture and lab topics develop an understanding of metal, concrete, and composite construction and quality control methods through the manufacturing and testing of small components representative of those used in the marine environment. An understanding of fabrication specifications is developed through group projects in each material category. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EN380. Prereq: EN380 Coreq: Prereq: EN380 Coreq: Prereq: EN380 Coreq: |
| Course: | EN447 |
| Title: | Autonomous Vessel Design |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | In this course midshipmen will work as a team to learn and apply the fundamentals of small craft design by performing the design of a small autonomous sail and solar-powered surface vessel. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: ENA major or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Core |
| Course: | EN448 |
| Title: | Autonomous Vessel Fab & Eval |
| Credits: | 1—4—3 |
| Description: | In this course midshipmen will work as a team to complete the final design, fabricate, evaluate, and develop a small autonomous sail and solar-powered surface vessel. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: ENA major or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Core |
| Course: | EN450 |
| Title: | Engineering Economic Analysis |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Basic methods and reasons for conducting an engineering economic study are presented. Economic criteria are developed. Procedures for selecting from among a set of technically feasible alternatives are studied. Assumptions and implications associated with these decision-making procedures are discussed. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C engineering major or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: P |
| Course: | EN454 |
| Title: | Proj Mgmt For Ocean Engrs |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The course goal: enhance midshipmen project management skills in engineering related situations using quantitative and qualitative methods. Topics covered include relevant decision theories, statistical analysis, inventory control, network concepts, pert diagrams, critical path methods, and risk management. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C NAOE major or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | EN455 |
| Title: | Seakeeping And Maneuvering |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | Topics include ship steering, maneuvering, motion and seakeeping. The basic equations of motion for a maneuvering ship and for ship motions in a seaway are developed, and various methods of solution are discussed. The course also covers the experimental aspects of seakeeping and maneuvering. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EN353. Prereq: EN353 Coreq: Prereq: EN353 Coreq: Prereq: EN353 Coreq: |
| Course: | EN456 |
| Title: | Advanced Methods In Ship Design |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An introduction to computer-aided ship design is presented. Topics include numerical procedures applied to form, stability, resistance, propulsion, motion, maneuvering and strength. . [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EN353 or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: P |
| Course: | EN457 |
| Title: | Hydrofoil And Propeller Design |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The analysis and design of hydrofoils and marine propellers are presented. Lifting line and lifting surface theories are applied to naval devices. Design and towing tank work supplements recitations. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EN353 or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: P |
| Course: | EN458 |
| Title: | Advanced Marine Vehicles |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | Modern watercraft discussed include multihulls, planing boats, hydrofoil craft, and surface effect vehicles. Analysis and design features are investigated experimentally in the towing tank when appropriate. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EN353. Prereq: EN353 Coreq: Prereq: EN353 Coreq: Prereq: EN353 Coreq: |
| Course: | EN458H |
| Title: | Advanced Marine Vehicles (Honors) |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | Modern watercraft discussed include planing boats, hydrofoil craft, and ground effect machines and combatant and research submersibles. Analysis and design features are investigated experimentally in the towing tank when appropriate. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EN353 and ENMH major or Dept Chair approval. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Co |
| Course: | EN461 |
| Title: | Ocean Systems Engineering Design I |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | Engineering design is introduced as an interdisciplinary activity coupling such subjects as applied probability and statistics, cost assessment, decision-making, economic evaluation, engineering ethics, and project planning. Instruction in hydrographic surveying and profiling, computer-aided drafting, and design report preparation and presentation is included. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C standing in ocean engineering major. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EN462 |
| Title: | Ocean Systems Engineering Design Ii |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | The conceptual design of an ocean engineering system is accomplished by midshipmen teams. Projects are selected to match student interest and vary each semester, but normally include such areas as coastal shore protection, marinas, offshore structures, tidal wetlands, artificial reefs, ocean energy systems, underwater vehicles, diving and life support systems. Design teams work independently and integrate detailed engineering design along with other project elements such as proposal writing, project management, cost estimating, report preparation, and oral presentation. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EN461. Prereq: EN461 Coreq: Prereq: EN461 Coreq: Prereq: EN461 Coreq: |
| Course: | EN470 |
| Title: | Life Support Systems |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The physiological and psychological aspects of man in the sea are presented with the related engineering requirements. Topics include hyperbaric physiology, saturation diving, life support equipment, deep dive systems, diving operations and hazards. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C engineering major or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: P |
| Course: | EN471 |
| Title: | Ship Design I |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course introduces the student to the requirements and procedures for accomplishing the design of a ship. The preliminary design of a small monohull displacement ship is developed. Relevant design resources and techniques are used. Prereq: 1/C standing in naval architecture major. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C standing in naval architecture major. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq |
| Course: | EN475 |
| Title: | Ocean Engineering Mechanics |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | This course investigates the properties of ocean surface waves and the effects of ocean waves on fixed and floating ocean structures. Laboratory experiments are an integral part of the course and include measurements of wave heights, fluid velocities and pressures, wave-induced forces and structure motions in waves. Computational skills are also emphasized both through extensive spreadsheet applications and through programming in MATLAB. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EM232, EM324, EN245 or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Pre |
| Course: | EN476 |
| Title: | Ship Design Ii |
| Credits: | 0—6—3 |
| Description: | In this course, which represents the culmination of an undergraduate naval architecture program, the student applies engineering skills to the design of a ship. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EN471. Prereq: EN471 Coreq: Prereq: EN471 Coreq: Prereq: EN471 Coreq: |
| Course: | EN478 |
| Title: | Submarine & Submersible Design |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An introductory course in submarine and submersible design with topics in undersea vessel development through exploring historical development, buoyancy and stability, resistance and propulsion, mission requirements, auxiliary systems, structural design, construction methods and modern design approaches. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: ENA or EOE major. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EN495H |
| Title: | Honors Senior Thesis I |
| Credits: | 1—4—3 |
| Description: | This course includes a weekly recitation period which will cover research methodology, literature search, design of experiments, data collection and reduction, report preparation, publication of research, and ethical guidelines for research. In addition, with the guidance of a faculty advisor, students prepare analytical research papers based on a technical topic of their choice. Each student makes an oral presentation of their interim report before the NAOE faculty including their designated thesis committee. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Approval of the department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq |
| Course: | EN496H |
| Title: | Honors Senior Thesis 2 |
| Credits: | 0—6—3 |
| Description: | With the guidance of a faculty advisor, students prepare analytical research papers based on a technical topic of their choice. Each student makes an oral presentation of their final report before the NAOE Faculty Honors Committee and external readers. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Approval of the department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq |
| Course: | EN503H |
| Title: | Honors Senior Thesis 1 |
| Credits: | 1—4—3 |
| Description: | This course includes a weekly recitation period which will cover research methodology, literature search, design of experiments, data collection and reduction, report preparation, publication of research, and ethical guidelines for research. In addition, with the guidance of a faculty advisor, students prepare analytical research papers based on a technical topic of their choice. Each student makes an oral presentation of their interim report before the NAOE faculty including their designated thesis committee. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Approval of the department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq |
| Course: | EN504H |
| Title: | Honors Senior Thesis 2 |
| Credits: | 0—6—3 |
| Description: | With the guidance of a faculty advisor, students prepare analytical research papers based on a technical topic of their choice. Each student makes an oral presentation of their final report before the NAOE Faculty Honors Committee and external readers. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Approval of the department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq |
| Course: | ER301 |
| Title: | Fundamentals Of Nuclear Engineering |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An introductory course in the basics of nuclear engineering and radiological sciences. Subject areas include the basics in radiation physics, nuclear plant design, the fuel cycle and radiological health physics. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SP211 (or equivalent). Coreq: SP212 (or equivalent). Prereq: Coreq: Pre |
| Course: | ER312 |
| Title: | Nuclear Materials Science |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | An introductory course in physical and mechanical properties of engineering alloys, ceramics and plastics; their microstructures, failure phenomena, and their use in nuclear engineering applications. All laboratory projects are structured to provide strong physical illustrations for the topics covered in the lectures. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SC112 and Coreq: SP211 Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | ER313 |
| Title: | Nuclear Material Science |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | An introductory course in material science and engineering with an emphasis on the importance of material selection and design for the Nuclear Engineering major. It involves the study of the structure and properties of materials and how these are interrelated and influenced by manufacturing, processing, and the environment. The course concentrates predominantly on metallic materials with emphasis on materials used in nuclear applications. Radiation interactions with matter are also reviewed leading to a understanding of radiation damage to structural materials. |
| Requisites: | Coreq: EM221/EM217 Prereq: Coreq: EM221 AND EM217 Prereq: Coreq: EM221 AND EM2 |
| Course: | ER327 |
| Title: | Applied Nuclear Physics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Introduction to the basic concepts of nuclear physics for engineering students. Emphasis is placed on the structure and stability of the nucleus, nuclear forces, decay processes, nuclear reactions, and interactions of radiation with matter. Nuclear Engineering applications are highlighted. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: ER301 Coreq: SM212 Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | ER338 |
| Title: | Comp Tools For Nuclear Eng |
| Credits: | 0—4—2 |
| Description: | This is an introductory lab course in the use of MCNP and basic SolidWorks for nuclear engineering. Topics in MCNP include surfaces and cells to describe geometry, material definitions, source definitions, creation of tallies, variance reduction and advanced topics. SolidWorks topics include representing 2D and 3D parts, along with assemblies. |
| Requisites: | ER301 Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | ER362 |
| Title: | Reactor Physics |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | Reactor Physics provides the principles underlying power generation in both a steady state and transient fission reactor. Subject areas include neutron diffusion and slowing down theory, criticality, bare, reflected and heterogeneous reactors, reactor kinetics, and reactor control. Experiments and classroom exercises include the determination of important reactor parameters, the use of computational methods, and the use of plant simulation software. |
| Requisites: | ER301 and ER338 Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | ER371 |
| Title: | Nuclear Plant Design |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Fundamentals of nuclear power plant design, with emphasis on basis for light water reactor design. Topics include power reactor economics, design considerations dealing with the nuclear fuel cycle, primary and secondary system components and reactor safety. A term project involving the analysis of a modern nuclear reactor design will be completed. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: ER301. Prereq: ER301 Coreq: Prereq: ER301 Coreq: Prereq: ER301 Coreq: |
| Course: | ER460 |
| Title: | Intro To Health Physics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Broad and quantitative overview of health physics, including radiation sources, measurement and dosimetry, exposure, interaction in the body, biological effects, imaging and medical applications, protection, accidents, and regulations. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: ER301 Prereq: ER301 Coreq: Prereq: ER301 Coreq: Prereq: ER301 Coreq: |
| Course: | ER461 |
| Title: | Nuclear Weapons Effects |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Introduction to nuclear weapons with historical references, yield calculations, physics of assembly, fission, fusion, and disassembly. Prompt and residual effects, modeling, biological effects, and nuclear policy are covered. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SP212 and SM212 Prereq: SP212 AND SM212 Coreq: Prereq: SP212 AND SM212 C |
| Course: | ER463 |
| Title: | Radiation Engineering |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | An introductory course in basic radiation detection and measurement systems. Subject areas include radiation statistics, data analysis, gas-filled detectors, scintillation detectors, semi-conductor detectors, gamma and charged particle spectroscopy, signal processing and electronics, neutron detection techniques, activation analysis, neutron generators, and radiation detection applications. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: ER301 and ER338 Prereq: ER301 AND ER338 Coreq: Prereq: ER301 AND ER338 C |
| Course: | ER468 |
| Title: | Nuclear Plant Engineering |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Fundamentals of the thermodynamics, fluid mechanics and heat transfer associated with the design, operation and safety of nuclear power plants are analyzed. Thermal hydraulic fundamentals are applied to the reactor core, primary and secondary systems. Effects of reactor transients are also analyzed. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: ER371. Prereq: ER371 Coreq: Prereq: ER371 Coreq: Prereq: ER371 Coreq: |
| Course: | EW200 |
| Title: | Intro To Programming & Design |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | This course acts as an introduction to the robotics and control engineering major, focusing on programming, and the development of hardware and software solutions to engineering problems. Using a project-based approach, the course ties together topics from the core, introduces the basics of technical communication and the design process. |
| Requisites: | ERC/ERCH major or approval of the department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Cor |
| Course: | EW202 |
| Title: | Principles Of Mechatronics |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This second course in the robotics and control engineering major introduces concepts from control theory, instrumentation, and mechatronics, offering students a practical, hands-on introduction to these topics through the use of projects and laboratory exercises. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EW200 Prereq: EW200 Coreq: Prereq: EW200 Coreq: Prereq: EW200 Coreq: |
| Course: | EW232 |
| Title: | Intro To Drone Technology |
| Credits: | 0—2—0 |
| Description: | An introductory course in the USNA Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) program. This course provides students with an introduction to the technology enabling UAS operation including motor control, basic aerodynamics and propulsion, flight control, and mission planning. In addition, the course focuses on developing midshipmen as remote pilots, autonomous mission planners, and UAS designers/builders and operators while introducing safety concerns of UAS flight, licensing, and regulation of UAS in the national airspace, DoD, and Navy. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EW300 |
| Title: | Naval Weapon Systems |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An introduction to the theory of weapons systems through a study of the principles of sensor, tracking, delivery and destruction mechanisms. [fall, spring, summer] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM122 AND (SC112 OR SC11 Coreq: Prereq: SM122 AND (SC112 OR SC11 Coreq: |
| Course: | EW301 |
| Title: | System Modeling And Simulation |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | The course introduces modeling of physical systems including mechanical, electrical, and fluid systems. Also introduced are standard model representations, such as transfer functions and state space models, along with numerical methods and simulation software. Includes hands-on hardware laboratory exercises.[fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EW202 and EM232; Coreq: EW305 or EW305H. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EW305 |
| Title: | Linear Control Engineering |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | This course provides a foundation in classical control engineering covering mathematical modeling, time and frequency response analysis, and design of PID compensators. The lecture material is supported by a series of laboratory projects on the modeling and analysis of physical systems and the design and implementation of control systems. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EW202. Coreq: EW301. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EW305H |
| Title: | Honors Linear Control Engineering |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | This course provides a foundation in classical control engineering covering mathematical modeling, time and frequency response analysis, and design of PID compensators. The lecture material is supported by a series of laboratory projects on the modeling and analysis of physical systems and the design and implementation of control systems. This honors course focuses on deeper analysis of the linear and advanced control toolsets and include an open-ended control design project. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EW202. Coreq: EW301. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EW306 |
| Title: | Advanced Control Engineering |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course builds upon the foundation established in EW305 and covers the analysis and design of state-space control systems. Specifically, state feedback design control and state estimation methods are presented and supported by a series of laboratory projects on the design and implementation of state-space control systems for physical systems. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EW301, EW305 Prereq: EW301 AND EW305 Coreq: Prereq: EW301 AND EW305 Core |
| Course: | EW306H |
| Title: | Honors Adv Control Engineering |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course builds upon the foundation established in EW305H and covers the analysis and design of state-space control systems. Specifically, state feedback design control and state estimation methods are presented and supported by a series of laboratory projects on the design and implementation of state-space control systems for physical systems. This honors course focuses on deeper analysis of the linear and advanced control toolsets and include an open-ended control design project. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EW301, EW305H Prereq: EW301 AND EW305 Coreq: Prereq: EW301 AND EW305 Cor |
| Course: | EW308 |
| Title: | Guided Design Experience |
| Credits: | 1—4—3 |
| Description: | Students pursue a semester-long structured and guided engineering design project, starting from a problem statement and carrying through to a final prototype design. Working in small groups, students participate in a project-based-learning exercise through which they develop the breadth of technical experience required for open-ended design on the large scale. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: (EW305 OR EW305H) AND EW Coreq: Prereq: (EW305 OR EW305H) AND EW Coreq: |
| Course: | EW309 |
| Title: | Guided Design Experience |
| Credits: | 0—4—2 |
| Description: | Students pursue a semester-long structured and guided engineering design project, starting from a problem statement and carrying through to a final prototype design. Working in small groups, students participate in a project-based-learning exercise through which they develop the breadth of technical experience required for open-ended design on the large scale. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: (EW305 OR EW305H OR EW30 Coreq: Prereq: (EW305 OR EW305H OR EW30 Coreq: |
| Course: | EW370 |
| Title: | Autonomy & Control In Naval Weapon Systems |
| Credits: | 0—2—1 |
| Description: | An introduction to the fundamentals and design of autonomy for use in naval weapon systems. The course develops conceptual understanding and intuition through a series of hands-on experiences. Topics include fundamentals of feedback control theory and an introduction to the rapidly developing areas of machine learning and artificial intelligence as they relate to naval power. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Coreq: EW300 Prereq: Coreq: EW300 Prereq: Coreq: EW300 |
| Course: | EW401 |
| Title: | Engineering Design Methods |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | An introduction to the engineering design process and project management. Also, includes the composition of the proposal for the senior design project. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EW309. Prereq: EW309 Coreq: Prereq: EW309 Coreq: Prereq: EW309 Coreq: |
| Course: | EW402 |
| Title: | Honors Robotics & Control Engr Design |
| Credits: | 2—4—4 |
| Description: | Final design, construction, test and evaluation of an approved project is accomplished in this course. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EW502 and ERCH major. Prereq: EW502 Coreq: Prereq: EW502 Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | EW404 |
| Title: | Robotics & Control Engr Design |
| Credits: | 1—4—3 |
| Description: | Final design, construction, test and evaluation of an approved project is accomplished in this course. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EW401 or EW502. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EW410 |
| Title: | Intro To Control Engineering |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | Linear control for engineering majors, using analytical, graphical, and computer techniques. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Physics II (SP212 or SP222), DE (SM212 or SM222), and Elec Eng I (EE221 |
| Course: | EW412 |
| Title: | Control Engineering For Electrical Engr |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | Linear control engineering for Electrical Engineering majors using analytical, graphical and computer techniques. The course covers both the Frequency Domain and the State Space approaches to control design. Cannot receive credit for both EW412 and EW410. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EE322 and EE353. Prereq: EE322 AND EE353 Coreq: Prereq: EE322 AND EE353 |
| Course: | EW413 |
| Title: | Digital Control Engineering |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | Analysis, design and simulation of digital filters. Analysis, design and laboratory testing of digital controllers for continuous processes using digital and analog computers and servo system hardware. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EW305 or EW305H and EW306 or EW306H. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Pre |
| Course: | EW417 |
| Title: | Control Of Multi-Agent Systems |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course focuses on the control and coordination of multi-agent networked systems with emphasis in mobile robots. Topics include graph representation, connectivity, consensus, formation control, collision avoidance, coverage control, and the communication challenges these systems face. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EW306 or EW306H. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EW418 |
| Title: | Optimal Control And Estimation |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | Analysis and design of control systems and estimators using optimal control theory. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EW306 or EW306H. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EW421 |
| Title: | Intro To Comm & Info Systems |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | Introduction to the tools required to study contemporary communications and information systems. The course introduces analog and digital signals and systems and modern processing tools: convolution, correlation, filtering and spectral analysis. Laboratory experiments emphasize practical aspects of building wireless transmitters and receivers.[Fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C in engineering major or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq |
| Course: | EW422 |
| Title: | Modern Comm & Info Systems |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | Introduction to modern communication and information systems. The course introduces amplitude and frequency modulation techniques, analog to digital conversion, the fast Fourier transform (FFT) as well as information system theory and coding: error protection and data compression codes and computer networking. Students are engaged in weekly presentations of current technology used in everyday communication devices. Laboratory experiments concentrate on sampling signals, processing them and transmitting information via modems.[spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EW421. Prereq: EW421 Coreq: Prereq: EW421 Coreq: Prereq: EW421 Coreq: |
| Course: | EW430 |
| Title: | Embedded Systems |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This is an applications focused introduction to embedded system design. Embedded systems are the electronic devices that surround us every day, from cell phones to fitness devices, smart watches, and more. This course emphasizes hands on design. Students are issued portable hardware kits used for weekly labs and a comprehensive final project. This course assumes a functional knowledge of C programming and familiarity with basic electronic circuits. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EW200, SP212, or instructor approval. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Pr |
| Course: | EW432 |
| Title: | Internet Of Things |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | High speed wireless networks and powerful microcontrollers now allow almost anything to connect to the Internet. The proliferation of such devices is commonly called the "Internet of Things" (IoT). This course covers the fundamental technologies of IoT, including computer networks, the Linux operating system, the Python programming language, and popular web frameworks. Find out how to build your own IoT devices from the microcontroller to the web server and everything in between. This course assumes a functional knowledge of C programming, but no prior experience with Python or Linux is required. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EW200, SP212, or instructor approval. Recommended: EW430 Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EW442 |
| Title: | Ai & Data Science In Robotics |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | An introduction to topics in artificial intelligence and data science with applications to robotics and control engineering. Topics include web scraping, data cleaning, regression, classifiers, neural networks for image recognition and reinforcement learning. A series of programming projects allow students to apply concepts to real-world data sets. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: (EW200, EA208, EM226, IC210, SA233, SD211, SI200, SI204, or SI267) and S |
| Course: | EW450 |
| Title: | Introduction To Robotic Systems |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | Fundamentals of robotic systems including historical development, applications, manipulator configuration and design considerations, control principles of robotic systems, fundamental computer vision processing and group design projects. Laboratory exercises utilize networked PCs, various laboratory robot systems, and computer vision systems to investigate theoretical topics introduced during lectures. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EW200 and SM316. Prereq: EW200 AND SM316 Coreq: Prereq: EW200 AND SM316 |
| Course: | EW451 |
| Title: | Mobile Robot Design |
| Credits: | 1—4—3 |
| Description: | An experimentation-based course in the design, analysis, construction, control and programming of autonomous mobile robots. Special topics include locomotion methodologies (including walking machine design), design for terrain, analog robot designs, alternative actuation techniques (Shape Memory Alloys, etc.), microprocessor selection and integration, motion planning, behavior-based program structures, and power supply systems. Eight to ten robots are constructed by each team throughout the semester using standard robotic construction kits. All topics are investigated through experimentation in the laboratory. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EW450. Prereq: EW450 Coreq: Prereq: EW450 Coreq: Prereq: EW450 Coreq: |
| Course: | EW452 |
| Title: | Advanced Topics In Robotics |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | Individual and group open ended investigations of selected advanced topics in the field of robotics, such as: advanced computer vision processing techniques, multiple robot manipulator systems, and artificial neural network systems. Utilizes networked PCs, laboratory robots, computer vision systems. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EW450 or Dept Chair Approval Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Co |
| Course: | EW453 |
| Title: | Intro To Computer Vision |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | An introductory course covering both theory and application of image processing and pattern recognition techniques used for automation, medical imaging, and remote sensing. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EW200. Prereq: EW200 Coreq: Prereq: EW200 Coreq: Prereq: EW200 Coreq: |
| Course: | EW456 |
| Title: | Autonomous Vehicles |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | Advanced topics in dynamics, control and estimation as they apply to unmanned vehicles. Introduction to specifics of aerial, marine and ground vehicles. Laboratory exposure to navigation hardware and an open ended project. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C ERC or ERCH major, or Dept Chair Approval. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: P |
| Course: | EW458 |
| Title: | Prog. & Plan. For Mobile Robots |
| Credits: | 1—4—3 |
| Description: | This course explores modern robotic programming tools and their application in developing and implementing high level mobile robot applications. Topics include but are not limited to: mapping, autonomous navigation, algorithm design, logic and state machines. Various challenges are used to give students practical experience with using the techniques on robot hardware. |
| Requisites: | EW202 or Dept Chair Approval Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EW461 |
| Title: | Quantitative Methods For Management |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An introduction to Operations Research and its application to engineering. Topics include: optimization of engineering systems, game theory, sensitivity analysis, project management with PERT/CPM, and decision analysis. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: ERC or ERCH major, or Dept Chair Approval. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Core |
| Course: | EW462 |
| Title: | Emerging Technologies |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Focuses on skills and toolsets for evaluation of new and emerging technologies using a sociotechnological development model. Includes discussions of basic science, state-of-the-art technologies and current research trends in a variety of emerging areas, including biotechnology, nanotechnology, cybernetics, etc. Credit cannot be received for both EW462 and EW503. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C ERC major, or Dept Chair Approval. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: P |
| Course: | EW464 |
| Title: | Survey Of Engineering Economics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course provides a survey of material relevant to financial intertemporal decision making for engineering activities. Components of this course include traditional engineering economy topics; fundamentals of accounting and cash flow analysis, interest factors, a comparison of economic alternatives, effects of depreciation and capital budgeting, decision analysis, value of information & options applicable to the management of technical organizations. The skills used will be applied to a term project. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C ERC or ERCH major, or Dept Chair Approval. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: P |
| Course: | EW470 |
| Title: | Desktop Manufacturing And Product Design |
| Credits: | 2—4—4 |
| Description: | This course focuses on the fundamental principles of commercial product design and prototyping using tools from desktop manufacturing, including 3-D printers, laser cutters, 3D scanners, vacuum formers, and printed circuit board (PCB) manufacturing capabilities. Students are introduced to a wide array of tools, including CAD principles for desktop manufacturing, professional graphics software for documentation and promotion, and product design concepts ranging from usability to aesthetics. The course culminates in the generation of a novel product design including a fully functional prototype generated using the tools from the course. Cannot receive credit for both EW470 and EM434. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EW202, and ERC or ERCH major. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: C |
| Course: | EW502 |
| Title: | Honors Research & Design |
| Credits: | 1—2—2 |
| Description: | Engineering design process and project management geared towards advanced projects associated with the Robotics and Control Engineering Honors Major. Includes the composition of the proposal for the honors senior research project. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 2/C ERCH major. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EW503 |
| Title: | Advanced Technologies |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course provides students with background and insight into the implications of emerging technologies, focusing on the impact of these technologies from a global, societal perspective. Students use fundamental scientific and engineering skills to analyze state-of-the-art technologies and predict directions of future expansion and application of these systems. Sample topics include nanotechnology, cybernetics, genetic engineering, intelligent highway vehicle systems, etc. Credit cannot be received for both EW462 and EW503. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C ERCH major. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | EX401 |
| Title: | Interdisciplinary Capstone Design I |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | The first course in a two-semester interdisciplinary capstone design sequence. Projects and teams are selected during the previous semester. Student teams work through the design process including the problem definition, information gathering, concept generation, and design selection phases. Project management and design communication - both written and oral - are emphasized throughout. The design process continues in EX402. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1C Engineering Major or permission of Major's Dept Chair. Prereq: EAS OR |
| Course: | EX402 |
| Title: | Interdisciplinary Capstone Design Ii |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | The second course in a two-semester interdisciplinary capstone design sequence. Continuing the work done in EX401, the goal of the course is a working prototype, be it a physical product, detailed analytical model, algorithm, or software application. The design process concludes with the product architecture, configuration design, parametric design, and detail design phases. Greater emphasis is placed on an incremental process of testing, evaluation, and redesign of prototypes. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EX401. Prereq: EX401 Coreq: Prereq: EX401 Coreq: Prereq: EX401 Coreq: |
| Course: | EX420 |
| Title: | Engineering Project Management |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Engineering Project Management is an introduction to the fundamentals of project management. Topics include planning projects, schedules, budgets, resources, data analysis, project team dynamics, implementation, execution, performance measurement and closeout. Engineering project work taken from several relevant disciplines will be explored. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1C or 2C Engineering major Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Core |
| Course: | EX475 |
| Title: | Interdisciplinary Capstone Design I - Formula Sae |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course is the first in a two course sequence that provides the capstone experience for an interdisciplinary team of midshipmen designing, fabricating, and testing a small formula style racecar. During this semester, students will learn the formal design process from determining customer needs to developing a detailed design that meets all objectives. Students will become familiar with various vehicle subsystems and conduct extensive design, modeling, simulation and analysis using state of the art software tools. Work will be completed in a teaming environment focused on effective program management and students will complete a series of oral and written design reviews. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1C Engineering Major or permission of Major's Dept Chair. Prereq: Coreq |
| Course: | EX476 |
| Title: | Interdisciplinary Capstone Design Ii - Formula Sae |
| Credits: | 1—4—3 |
| Description: | This course is the second in a two course sequence that provides the capstone experience for an interdisciplinary team of midshipmen designing, fabricating, and testing a small formula style racecar. During this semester, students will focus on fabrication and testing of the project vehicle using detailed designs developed during the previous semester. Work will be completed in a teaming environment focused on effective program management and students will complete a series of oral and written design reviews. The course culminates in participation in an intercollegiate competition. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: EX475. Prereq: EX475 Coreq: Prereq: EX475 Coreq: Prereq: EX475 Coreq: |
| Course: | FA101 |
| Title: | 100-Level Arabic I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Students learn the rudiments of Arabic language proficiency, ending the semester with the ability to have short introductory conversations about self, family and work, and to read and write in Arabic script, and well-prepared to build their skills in the second semester. The majority of class time is conducted in Arabic. Students are supported with video and audio tapes, and significant written and oral work. We focus on the standard language used throughout the Arab World, with significant treatment of the issues of dialectical Arabic. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FA102 |
| Title: | 100-Level Arabic Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Students further develop their Arabic proficiency skills, broadening the range of topics with which they can deal in the language, and deepening their understanding of Arabic grammar and syntax. Students produce Arabic in both oral and written modes, while strengthening their listening and reading abilities. Students become familiar with more complex aspects of Arabic culture through the use of video and audio tapes, with an occasional internet assignment. Students develop the ability to use spoken and written Arabic for a growing set of tasks and situations. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FA101. Prereq: FA101 Coreq: Prereq: FA101 Coreq: Prereq: FA101 Coreq: |
| Course: | FA111 |
| Title: | First Year Arabic I |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | Introduction to the language, culture, and societies. Students will explore language and gain insight to societal themes as they relate to cultures speaking that foreign language. [FALL] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FA112 |
| Title: | First Year Arabic II |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | A continuation of FA111. Students will continue to develop language skills and advance their cultural knowledge. [SPRING] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FA111 |
| Course: | FA121 |
| Title: | Intensive 100-Level Arabic I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The intensive six-credit corequisites FA121 and FA123 are designed for novices to equip themselves with several basic life skills in Arabic to lay a foundation for higher level learning of the language. Students learn to offer and solicit information about themselves and others, about family structure and members, fields of work and study, educational and geographical life experience, their homes, hobbies, food culture and related activities, understand and offer basic directions, and discuss weather, seasons and climate. Cultural knowledge is integrated into instruction. The teacher assigns students activities to complete to show their language competence. FA121 and FA123 are roughly equivalent to FA101 and FA102. |
| Requisites: | Co-req: FA123 Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FA123 |
| Title: | Intensive 100-Level Arabic Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The intensive six-credit corequisites FA121 and FA123 are designed for novices to equip themselves with several basic life skills in Arabic to lay a foundation for higher level learning of the language. Students learn to offer and solicit information about themselves and others, about family structure and members, fields of work and study, educational and geographical life experience, their homes, hobbies, food culture and related activities, understand and offer basic directions, and discuss weather, seasons and climate. Cultural knowledge is integrated into instruction. The teacher assigns students activities to complete to show their language competence. FA121 and FA123 are roughly equivalent to FA101 and FA102. |
| Requisites: | Co-req: FA121 Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FA201 |
| Title: | 200-Level Arabic I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Students continue to develop all their skills in Arabic, with longer, more diverse texts, more complex situations, and more challenging oral and written assignments. Students review, strengthen and refine their grasp of Arabic grammar and syntax, and develop vocabulary bases for an ever-broadening set of fields. Arabic broadcasts, films and authentic contemporary texts are used to supplement the textbook. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FA102. Prereq: FA102 Coreq: Prereq: FA102 Coreq: Prereq: FA102 Coreq: |
| Course: | FA202 |
| Title: | 200-Level Arabic Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | In this continuation of intermediate Arabic, students supplement their textbook work with a set of sample authentic texts and media from a variety of fields, allowing discussion and writing on more complex ideas, and giving students opportunity to improve all their language skills, and broaden their skill base. The semester culminates with a short written paper and student classroom presentations all delivered in Arabic. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FA201. Prereq: FA201 Coreq: Prereq: FA201 Coreq: Prereq: FA201 Coreq: |
| Course: | FA211 |
| Title: | SECOND YEAR ARABIC I |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | A continuation of First Year Arabic courses. Refinement of communication in the target language and intensification of aural and reading comprehension. The course will focus on expanding language proficiency and cultural/civilizational understanding through engagement with authentic materials. [FALL] |
| Requisites: |
| Course: | FA212 |
| Title: | SECOND YEAR ARABIC II |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | A continuation of FA211. Continued refinement of target language with emphasis on conversational practice and aural comprehension of contemporary spoken language. Serves as a bridge course, designed to transition students beyond foundational levels and prepare them for more challenging linguistic and cultural study. [SPRING] |
| Requisites: | Prereq; FA211 |
| Course: | FA220 |
| Title: | Intensive 200-Level Arabic I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The six-credit-hour combined corequisites FA220 and FA222 are the continuation of the intensive sequence begun with FA121 and FA123. This course is designed to support students further acquisition of Arabic in all four skills, speaking, listening, reading and writing, and move into intermediate level language competency. Students will increase their knowledge of vocabulary, grammar and culture to allow them to use the language to communicate about daily and weekly schedules, planning for visits and travel, household chores, furnishings and arrangements, holidays and culturally specific customs, purchasing, dating and marriage, aspects of Arab cultural history, and Arab diaspora. The combined corequisite courses are equivalent to FA201 and FA202. |
| Requisites: | Pre-req: FA121/123 Co-req: FA222 Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FA222 |
| Title: | Intensive 200-Level Arabic Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The six-credit-hour combined corequisites FA220 and FA222 are the continuation of the intensive sequence begun with FA121 and FA123. This course is designed to support students further acquisition of Arabic in all four skills, speaking, listening, reading and writing, and move into intermediate level language competency. Students will increase their knowledge of vocabulary, grammar and culture to allow them to use the language to communicate about daily and weekly schedules, planning for visits and travel, household chores, furnishings and arrangements, holidays and culturally specific customs, purchasing, dating and marriage, aspects of Arab cultural history, and Arab diaspora. The combined corequisite courses are equivalent to FA201 and FA202. |
| Requisites: | Pre-req: FA121/123 Co-req: FA220 Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FA301 |
| Title: | Advanced Arabic I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Using a variety of texts and media, students will work toward greater fluency in spoken and written Arabic. The course, conducted entirely in Arabic, will include reading short stories, articles from the press, film and selections from the Arabic literary heritage. Students will conduct full classroom discussions, write essays and stories, and present results of research in class. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Validation of FA202 or a grade of B or higher in FA202 or approval of de |
| Course: | FA302 |
| Title: | Advanced Arabic Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Using exclusively Arabic in the classroom, the students will work toward greater fluency in spoken and written Arabic. The course will include the reading and discussion of a short novel or a piece of Arabic drama, with discussion of pertinent cultural, historical and political dimensions. The course will emphasize growth in grammatical and stylistic sophistication. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FA301. Prereq: FA301 Coreq: Prereq: FA301 Coreq: Prereq: FA301 Coreq: |
| Course: | FA309 |
| Title: | Language Immersion Abroad-Arabic |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This LSAP immersion course entails language and culture immersion through classroom and experiential learning in the context of an academic program in the specific host country vetted by the appropriate USNA faculty in the Languages and Cultures Department. Each LSAP program is designed to facilitate development of midshipmen¿s language skills and to promote their understanding of social, cultural and historical aspects of the target country. Every LSAP program is designed with a minimum of 45 contact hours of language instruction in addition to 15 hours of cultural learning and excursions in the host country. FA309 offers three credits to students who successfully complete a four week LSAP program abroad with a passing grade. In order to receive credit and appropriate placement, students must complete the Languages and Cultures Department¿s program assessment as specified by the program manager at a level of C or above to receive three validation credits, and to be placed into the appropriate level of the USNA language program in order to continue language gains in the classroom upon return. FA309 will reflect credits earned during LSAP, if and only if the experience of the language immersion abroad CANNOT be mapped onto an existing language course at USNA. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FA202 or equivalent Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FA315 |
| Title: | Conversation & Composition In Arabic |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course emphasizes development of oral and reading and writing proficiency towards advanced level, with special attention on grammar, syntax, vocabulary, speaking and writing. Text selection and supplementary audiovisual materials encourage the development of the skills to read and discuss in Arabic, and then to write increasingly complex short essays and argument structures, practicing stylistic devices and different types of complex discourse connectors. Students will also be taking increasing responsibility to run their class time in Arabic through presentations and guided discussions. |
| Requisites: | Pre-req: FA202 or FA220/222 or equivalent. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prere |
| Course: | FA321 |
| Title: | 300-Level Arabic I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Using a variety of texts and media, students will work toward greater fluency in spoken and written Arabic. The course, conducted entirely in Arabic, will include reading short stories, articles from the press, film and selections from the Arabic literary heritage. Students will conduct full classroom discussions, write essays and stories, and present results of research in class. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FA202 or FA220/222 or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prer |
| Course: | FA322 |
| Title: | 300-Level Arabic Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Using exclusively Arabic in the classroom, the students will work toward greater fluency in spoken and written Arabic. The course will include the reading and discussion of a short novel or a piece of Arabic drama, with discussion of pertinent cultural, historical and political dimensions. The course will emphasize growth in grammatical and stylistic sophistication. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FA301. Prereq: FA301 Coreq: Prereq: FA301 Coreq: Prereq: FA301 Coreq: |
| Course: | FA325 |
| Title: | Media Arabic |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course familiarizes advanced students of Arabic with various forms of popular media, including Arabic newspapers and magazines, television news, internet sites, and radio broadcasts. Students write a series of short essays on topical societal issues using the vocabulary and syntactical structures practiced in class. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FA202 and approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FA334 |
| Title: | Topics In 300-Level Arabic |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Under this course rubric Arabic faculty offer a 300-level course Arabic language course which s/he has designed and prepared with the approval of the Arabic Unit. Such courses focus on any of a variety of themes and topics at the 300-level on a rotating occasional basis. Courses offered under this rubric include "Applied Arabic Grammar," "Arabic Song and Poetry," "Military Arabic," and "Arabic Folklore and Stories," or other occasional topic, each of which would be offered no more than once every three or four years. Intermediate level students will be supported in their development towards advanced proficiency in their language skills while exploring a specific topic in language and culture. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FA202 or FA220/222 or equivalent Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | FA342 |
| Title: | Arabic Dialect |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course familiarizes students of Arabic with one of the major dialects of Arabic spoken in the Arab world. Students learn the basics of speaking in the dialect, as well as sounds, forms, idiomatic vocabulary, and grammatical structures which characterize it. Possible dialects: Syrian (FA342S), Egyptian (FA342G), Palestinian (FA342P), Moroccan (FA342M), Omani (FA342O), Lebanese (FA342L), or others as set by the Arabic faculty. Can be repeated for a different dialect. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FA202 and approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FA342I |
| Title: | Arabic Dialect (Iraqi) |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course familiarizes students of Arabic with one of the major dialects of Arabic spoken in the Arab world. Students learn the basics of speaking in the dialect, as well as sounds, forms, idiomatic vocabulary, and grammatical structures which characterize it. Possible dialects: Syrian (FA342S), Egyptian (FA342G), Palestinian (FA342P), Moroccan (FA342M), Omani (FA342O), Lebanese (FA342L), or others as set by the Arabic faculty. Can be repeated for a different dialect. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FA202 and approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FA350E |
| Title: | Window On Arabic Culture |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Using English translations, course explores Arab culture from the Qur'an to current novels and films. Class discusses Arab identities, intellectual contributions of Arabs, and Arab voices on key issues today. Counts as an upper level Humanities-Social Science course. (Taught in English) [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HE112 or equivalent. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FA378E |
| Title: | Adv Topics: Arabic Literature In Translation |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Under this course title Arabic faculty offer investigations into aspects of Arabic Culture, focused on a specific theme at the 300-level or above on a rotating occasional basis, with English as the language of instruction. Courses offered under this rubric include "Arabic Literature and Film," "Gender in Arabic Literature and Culture," "Art of On-Going Arab Revolutions," "Regional Arabic Literature and Culture," (to be further specified by region under consideration), etc. Students deepen their knowledge of Arabic culture using primary sources in translation. This seminar class requires a high level of student participation, significant writing, research and presentation of research findings. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HE112 Prereq: HE112 Coreq: Prereq: HE112 Coreq: Prereq: HE112 Coreq: |
| Course: | FA425 |
| Title: | Arabic Discourse In Society |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This advanced language course aims to acquaint students with various types of complex Arabic discourse, illustrating aspects of Arabic cultural history, modern Arab societies and cultural movements. Text selections and supplementary audiovisual materials relate to modern and historical political thought, religious thought, cultural criticism, historical investigation, philosophy and literature. Students read and discuss selections in Arabic, analyzing the texts' complex syntactical structures, and evaluating stylistic and rhetorical devices. Writing assignments focus on improving students' composing style, content, and argument structure. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FA202 and approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FA426 |
| Title: | Modern Arabic Literature |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course, conducted completely in Arabic, explores samples of highly acclaimed modern Arabic literature from throughout the Arab world. Students read and analyze works by authors from a broad geographical area extending from Morocco to the Arabic Gulf, and extending in time from 1900 to the present day. Recurring themes in modern and contemporary literature, such as cultural and national identity, colonialism, religion, and class conflict, are the bases of discussion of the texts and related writing assignments in Arabic. The course entails reading of short stories, a novella or chapters from a longer novel, and poetry. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FA301 and FA302, or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq |
| Course: | FA467 |
| Title: | Advanced Topics In Arabic |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Under this course title, Arabic faculty offer one of a set of Arabic content courses focused on a specific theme at the 400-level on a rotating basis. Courses offered under this rubric include "Arabic Theater," "Topics in Arabic History," "After the Arab Spring," "Arabic Music and Performance," etc. Students will develop towards advanced proficiency in all their Arabic language skills while exploring a specific theme in language and culture. This seminar class requires students to participate in debate on pertinent topics, do close reading of texts, conduct outside research using Arabic materials, and write papers and present research findings in Arabic. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FA322 Prereq: FA322 Coreq: Prereq: FA322 Coreq: Prereq: FA322 Coreq: |
| Course: | FC101 |
| Title: | 100-Level Chinese I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The first of a two course sequence using an integrated approach to develop learner's ability to understand, speak, read and write Standard Mandarin Chinese. Communicative skills are developed through various activities in and out of class. Romanized spelling and square characters are taught, as well as pronunciation, sentence structure, and basic vocabulary. Cultural exposure accompanies the development of communicative skills. If taken and passed at USNA, may be used as a free elective by Division I and II majors. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FC102 |
| Title: | 100-Level Chinese Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A continuation of FC101. If taken and passed, may be used in place of a 200 level humanities-social science elective in Division I and II majors. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FC101. Prereq: FC101 Coreq: Prereq: FC101 Coreq: Prereq: FC101 Coreq: |
| Course: | FC111 |
| Title: | First Year Chinese I |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | Introduction to the language, culture, and societies. Students will explore language and gain insight to societal themes as they relate to cultures speaking that foreign language. [FALL] |
| Requisites: |
| Course: | FC112 |
| Title: | First Year Chinese II |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | A continuation of FC111. Students will continue to develop language skills and advance their cultural knowledge. [SPRING] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FC111 |
| Course: | FC121 |
| Title: | Intensive 100-Level Chinese I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The intensive six-credit corequisites FC121 and FC123 are designed for novices to equip themselves with some basic life skills in Mandarin Chinese to lay a foundation for higher level learning of the language. The two-course sequence uses an integrated approach to develop students' ability to understand, speak, read, and write Standard Mandarin Chinese about daily routines. Communicative skills are developed through various activities in and out of class. Romanized spelling and square characters are taught, as well as pronunciation, sentence structure, and basic vocabulary. Cultural exposure accompanies the development of communicative skills. If taken and passed at USNA, the course may be used as a free elective by Division I and II majors. FC121 and FC123 are equivalent to FC101 and FC102. |
| Requisites: | Co-req: FC123 or permission of the Dept Chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: P |
| Course: | FC123 |
| Title: | Intensive 100-Level Chinese Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The intensive six-credit corequisites FC121 and FC123 are designed for novices to equip themselves with some basic life skills in Mandarin Chinese to lay a foundation for higher level learning of the language. The two-course sequence uses an integrated approach to develop students' ability to understand, speak, read, and write Standard Mandarin Chinese about daily routines. Communicative skills are developed through various activities in and out of class. Romanized spelling and square characters are taught, as well as pronunciation, sentence structure, and basic vocabulary. Cultural exposure accompanies the development of communicative skills. If taken and passed at USNA, the course may be used as a free elective by Division I and II majors. FC121 and FC123 are equivalent to FC101 and FC102. |
| Requisites: | Co-req: FC121 or permission of the Dept Chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: P |
| Course: | FC201 |
| Title: | 200-Level Chinese I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course continues from the two Basic Chinese courses and provides further training of the learner's all-round ability to understand, speak, read and write Standard Mandarin. While emphasis is still placed on communication skills, the learners are expected to extend their vocabulary and grammatical knowledge to a more comprehensive level, to the extent that they could readily and appropriately apply this knowledge to the expression of their own ideas as well as the understanding of more native-style oral and written texts. More cultural exposure is involved to facilitate appropriate communication, and more characters are taught to consolidate reading and writing. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FC102. Prereq: FC102 Coreq: Prereq: FC102 Coreq: Prereq: FC102 Coreq: |
| Course: | FC202 |
| Title: | 200-Level Chinese Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A continuation of Second-Year Chinese I (FC201). [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FC201. Prereq: FC201 Coreq: Prereq: FC201 Coreq: Prereq: FC201 Coreq: |
| Course: | FC211 |
| Title: | SECOND YEAR CHINESE I |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | A continuation of First Year Chinese courses. Refinement of communication in the target language and intensification of aural and reading comprehension. The course will focus on expanding language proficiency and cultural/civilizational understanding through engagement with authentic materials. [FALL] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FC112 |
| Course: | FC212 |
| Title: | SECOND YEAR CHINESE II |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | A continuation of FC211. Continued refinement of target language with emphasis on conversational practice and aural comprehension of contemporary spoken language. Serves as a bridge course, designed to transition students beyond foundational levels and prepare them for more challenging linguistic and cultural study. [SPRING] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FC211 |
| Course: | FC220 |
| Title: | Intensive 200-Level Chinese I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The six-credit-hour combined corequisites FC220 and FC222 are the continuation of the intensive sequence begun with FC121 and FC123. Communicative skills are developed through various activities in and out of class. Romanized spelling and square characters are taught, as well as pronunciations, sentence structures, and basic vocabulary. Cultural exposure accompanies the development of communicative skills. If taken and passed at USNA, the course may be used as a free elective by Division I and II majors. The combined corequisite courses are equivalent to FC201 and FC202. |
| Requisites: | Co-req: FC222 or permission of the Dept Chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: P |
| Course: | FC222 |
| Title: | Intensive 200-Level Chinese Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The six-credit-hour combined corequisites FC220 and FC222 are the continuation of the intensive sequence begun with FC121 and FC123. Communicative skills are developed through various activities in and out of class. Romanized spelling and square characters are taught, as well as pronunciations, sentence structures, and basic vocabulary. Cultural exposure accompanies the development of communicative skills. If taken and passed at USNA, the course may be used as a free elective by Division I and II majors. The combined corequisite courses are equivalent to FC201 and FC202. |
| Requisites: | Co-req: FC220 or permission of the Dept Chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: P |
| Course: | FC301 |
| Title: | 300-Level Chinese I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The first of a two course sequence which transitions from controlled training in language skills to freer and more authentic communications in Mandarin Chinese. Class activities are purposefully organized and strictly guided. A larger amount of cultural content is loaded in various problem-solving tasks. Character reading and writing are enhanced by the use of dictionaries and by computer input of the Romanized Pinyin system. Daily practice of handwriting and memorization of more characters. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FC202. Prereq: FC202 Coreq: Prereq: FC202 Coreq: Prereq: FC202 Coreq: |
| Course: | FC302 |
| Title: | 300-Level Chinese Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A continuation of Third-Year Chinese I. See FC301 for a listing of topics. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FC301. Prereq: FC301 Coreq: Prereq: FC301 Coreq: Prereq: FC301 Coreq: |
| Course: | FC309 |
| Title: | Language Immersion Abroad-Chinese |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This LSAP immersion course entails language and culture immersion through classroom and experiential learning in the context of an academic program in the specific host country vetted by the appropriate USNA faculty in the Languages and Cultures Department. Each LSAP program is designed to facilitate development of midshipmen¿s language skills and to promote their understanding of social, cultural and historical aspects of the target country. Every LSAP program is designed with a minimum of 45 contact hours of language instruction in addition to 15 hours of cultural learning and excursions in the host country. FC309 offers three credits to students who successfully complete a four week LSAP program abroad with a passing grade. In order to receive credit and appropriate placement, students must complete the Languages and Cultures Department¿s program assessment as specified by the program manager at a level of C or above to receive three validation credits, and to be placed into the appropriate level of the USNA language program in order to continue language gains in the classroom upon return. FC309 will reflect credits earned during LSAP, if and only if the experience of the language immersion abroad CANNOT be mapped onto an existing language course at USNA. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FC202 or equivalent Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FC350E |
| Title: | Chinese Culture Through Film |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course, taught in English, offers an introduction to Chinese society and culture through feature films, documentaries, and readings. Each film is studied from various theoretical and analytical perspectives. Topics include Chinese historical events, aspects of Chinese culture and society, relationship between tradition and modernity, and Chinese nationalism in the era of globalization. The course is one of Hum/SS electives and part of the Regional Studies courses at USNA. Knowledge of Chinese language is not required. Films have English subtitles. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HE111 Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FC360E |
| Title: | 20th-Century Chinese Lit |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course, taught in English, offers a study of modern Chinese identity through literature. The course materials include short stories, plays, poems, and novels by Chinese writers, as well as historical narratives, biographies, and literary criticism by Western scholars. The objectives of the course are to understand history, society and culture of 20th-century China; to learn different critical methods and strategies for analyzing and finding value in literary texts; to understand the concept of the self in traditional and modern Chinese thought, and the relationship between the individual self and Chinese national identity. The course is one of Hum/SS electives. Knowledge of Chinese is not required. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HE112 or equivalent. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FC401 |
| Title: | Chinese Language & Culture I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course continues from FC302 to further enhance midshipmen's exposure to Chinese vocabulary, grammar, discourse structure, communicative skills, character reading and writing, as well as their knowledge of Chinese culture. Through a rich variety of topics such as the origin and structure of Chinese characters, homophones and idioms, traditional and simplified characters, the origin of the name of the country, women and marriage, education, birth-control, human rights, religion, myths, and folk tales, midshipmen increase their understanding of China's history and modern life, while gradually moving to comparatively higher levels of proficiency in spoken and written Chinese. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FC302 or equivalent. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FC402 |
| Title: | Chinese Language & Culture Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course continues from FC401 to further enhance midshipmen's exposure to Chinese vocabulary, grammar, discourse structure, communicative skills, character reading and writing, as well as their knowledge of Chinese culture. Through a rich variety of topics such as the origin and structure of Chinese characters, homophones and idioms, traditional and simplified characters, the origin of the name of the country, women and marriage, education, birth-control, human rights, religion, myths, and folk tales, midshipmen increase their understanding of China's history and modern life, while gradually moving to comparatively higher levels of proficiency in spoken and written Chinese. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FC401 or equivalent. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FC403 |
| Title: | Chinese Language & Culture Iii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | FC403 continues from FC402 to further increase midshipmen's exposure to Chinese vocabulary, grammar, and discourse structure. The course further develops midshipmen's speaking and character recognition skills, as well as knowledge of Chinese culture. Through a rich variety of topics including the origin and structure of Chinese characters, pragmatics, language policies, national identity, and women and marriage, midshipmen gradually move to a more advanced level both in their ability to use Chinese and in their readiness to deal with various cross-linguistic and cross-cultural tasks. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FC402 or equivalent level by validation. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FC404 |
| Title: | Chinese Language & Culture Iv |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | FC404 continues from FC403 to further develop midshipmen's ability in listening, speaking, reading, and writing, and their understanding of Chinese culture. Through a rich variety of topics such as education, population policy, human rights, religion and popular culture, midshipmen gradually move to a more advanced level both in their ability to use the target language and in their readiness to deal with various cross-linguistic and cross-cultural communication tasks. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FC403 or equivalent level by validation. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FC411 |
| Title: | Advanced Reading & Writing I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | FC411 focuses on transitions from oral communication about daily routines to reading and writing formal Chinese with sophisticated content and complex sentence structure. Midshipmen learn advanced vocabulary and strategies for more challenging material and engage in regular classroom discussion and composition writing in Chinese based on their reading assignments to enhance their reading and writing skills. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FC404 or equivalent level by validation. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FC412 |
| Title: | Advanced Reading & Writing Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | FC412 continues from FC411 with the same focus on advanced reading and writing in formal Chinese. The course further enhances midshipmen's ability to process formal written materials with complex structure and more sophisticated ideas. Through reading and writing assignments, the course also prepares midshipmen for communicative tasks in various socio-cultural settings, with an emphasis on both linguistic and stylistic characteristics of formal Chinese. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FC411 or equivalent level by validation. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FC413 |
| Title: | Advanced Reading & Writing In Chinese Iii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | FC413, Advanced Reading and Writing in Chinese 3 continues FC412 at the advanced level with the same focus on reading and writing formal Chinese. The course further enhances midshipmen's ability to process formal written materials with complex structure and more refined and sophisticated ideas. Through reading and writing assignments, the course also prepares midshipmen for communicative tasks in various socio-cultural contexts of the target language. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FC412 or validation. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FC414 |
| Title: | Advanced Reading & Writing In Chinese Iv |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | FC414, Advanced Reading and Writing in Chinese 4 continues FC413 at the advanced level with the same focus on reading and writing formal Chinese. The course further enhances midshipmen's ability to process formal written materials with more complex structure and refined sophisticated ideas. Through reading and writing assignments, the course also prepares midshipmen for communicative tasks in various socio-cultural contexts of the target language with an emphasis on both linguistic and stylistic characteristics of formal Chinese. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FC413 or validation. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FC450 |
| Title: | Styles Of Discourse In Chinese |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course consolidates knowledge and skills students have acquired through previous Chinese courses. It enhances their reading, writing, and aural-oral abilities through studies of different styles of discourse such as stories, advertisements, public notices, public speeches, letters, and interviews. Building on comprehension and expression at the level of single sentences, emphasis is placed on various discourse organization mechanisms such as narratives with sequential or cause-effect arrangements, descriptions of physical environments and personal emotions, and arguments of positions and opinions in different contexts. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FC302 or equivalent. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FC460 |
| Title: | Chinese In Media |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course develops students' Chinese proficiency at a more advanced level, through work with various forms of Chinese media, including newspaper reports, internet news, TV excerpts and other audio-visual materials. Students expand their vocabulary, enrich their knowledge of grammatical structures and idiomatic expressions, gain greater exposure to written-style Chinese, and increase their comprehension and production of narration, description, and argumentation in both speaking and writing. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FC401 or FC450 or equivalent. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: C |
| Course: | FE210 |
| Title: | Introductory Economics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A course in elementary economic theory with applications to contemporary problems. Topics include determination of GDP, price theory and market equilibrium, monetary and fiscal policy, unemployment, inflation and international trade. [fall, spring] Midshipmen who take SE201 &/or SE202 cannot also receive credit for FE210. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FE220 |
| Title: | Accounting |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course provides an introduction to the basic principles of accounting. This course will emphasize how general-purpose financial statements communicate information about the business corporation's performance and position for users external to management. Approximately half of the course emphasizes how the accountant processes and presents the information and includes exposure to recording transactions, adjusting balances, and preparing financial statements for service and merchandise firms according to established rules and procedures. The remainder of the course examines major elements of the statements of the cash, receivables, inventory, long-lived assets, depreciation, payroll, bonds, and other liabilities and stocks. FE220 is designed for the student who has no prior exposure to accounting. The course covers a wide range of accounting topics. The central objective of the course is to assist students in developing an understanding and appreciation for basic accounting. Cannot be taken for Humanities/Social Science elective. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FE301 |
| Title: | Financial Analysis |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A study of the theory and techniques of financial analysis applied in the federal government and industry. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FE210, SE201, or approval of Dept Chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FE310 |
| Title: | Economic Geography |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Economic Geography provides a systematic understanding of economic growth and the issue of finite limits to improve living standards around the world. The course studies population growth, economic development in underdeveloped countries, pollution and resource depletion, food production and agriculture, patterns of land use, economic justice, Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), social development, the role of government and multinational/international commerce. The course will develop an understanding of the link between the world economy and geography in relation to globalization and economic development. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FE210, SE201, or approval of Dept Chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FE311 |
| Title: | History Of Economic Thought |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Traces the evolution of economic doctrine from the ancients to modern day with emphasis on the period since the 18th century. Reviews the contributions to economic knowledge by Smith, Malthus, Ricardo, Marx, Mill, Marshall, Keynes and others. Various schools of thought, including mercantilism, classical, neo-classical, historical, institutionalism and Keynesianism are examined. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FE210, SE201, or approval of Dept Chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FE314 |
| Title: | International Trade And Policy |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Study of trade policy, institutions that shape trade policy and the impact of those policies on actual trade patterns, international capital flows and economic conditions and growth in different countries. Covered topics include: different exchange rate regimes and international monetary systems, role of the World Bank and the IMF, protections policies in the form of tariffs, quotas, voluntary exchange restraints and anti-dumping duties, multilateral free trade agreements and regional trade agreements and unions such as NAFTA, APEC and the European Union. (Spring.) |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FE210, SE201, FP210, or permission of the Economics department chair. Pr |
| Course: | FE334 |
| Title: | Financial Markets And Institutions |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A study of financial institutions and instruments covering their development and role within the economy and financial system. The forces creating the rapid changes of financial institutions and instruments in the 1980s and 1990s are explored, as well as the regulation of financial institutions and markets. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FE210, SE201, or approval of Dept Chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FE335 |
| Title: | Economics Of National Defense |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The application of economic analysis to defense decision-making and the consequences of defense decisions for weapons; volunteers vs. conscription; leaders vs. resource managers; competitive vs. monopoly contractors; pay vs. non-pay factors in reenlistment. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FE210, SE201, or approval of Dept Chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FE337 |
| Title: | Economics Of The Defense Industrial Base |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Application of economic principles to issues relating to military procurement and contracting, conversion of military industrial capacity to peacetime uses, wartime mobilization of industrial capacity, strategic stockpiling and economic warfare. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FE210, SE201, or approval of Dept Chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FE342 |
| Title: | Economic Methods For Engineers |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Application of microeconomic principles and analytical tools to the costing of investment projects in both private and public/military contexts. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FE210, SE201, or approval of Dept Chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FE345 |
| Title: | Energy & Environmental Economics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course develops guiding economic principles for decision-making in the energy and environmental arena and applies those principles to a variety of current topics including population growth and decline, economic development, energy markets, renewable and non-renewable energy resources and technologies, energy security, local and global air and water pollution, collective action, and biodiversity loss. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FE210 OR SE201 Coreq: Prereq: FE210 OR SE201 Coreq: Prereq: FE210 OR SE2 |
| Course: | FE411 |
| Title: | Economic Development And Growth |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course provides a rigorous study of the current issues facing developing countries on both the individual and aggregate level. Discussed topics include economic models of growth, impact of physical and human capital investment, poverty and population growth, trade and globalization, government institutions, international capital flows, foreign aid , growth during times of structural change and reconstruction investment in war-torn societies. Individual country case studies may also be presented and social, political and historical differences between countries will be analyzed. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SE312. Prereq: SE312 Coreq: Prereq: SE312 Coreq: Prereq: SE312 Coreq: |
| Course: | FE412 |
| Title: | International Trade And Finance |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A rigorous examination of current international issues in a theoretical and empirical framework. Topics include motivations for trade; trade versus protectionism; the multinational enterprise; exchange rate issues and the international monetary systems and the role of the International Monetary Fund and World Bank. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SE312 or SE341. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FE415 |
| Title: | Natural Resources Economics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course will introduce students to advanced topics in natural resource and environmental economics, broadly covering economic welfare, externalities, public goods, and nonrenewable and renewable resources. The course will focus on policy approaches for dealing with natural resource and environmental issues: regulation, taxation, liability, and market and non-market valuation of environmental goods and services (revealed preference, stated preference, hedonic valuation, and value of a statistical life). We will consider distributional effects of policies and challenges of implementation, including monitoring and enforcement. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SE341 Coreq: Prereq: SE341 Coreq: Prereq: SE341 Coreq: |
| Course: | FE416 |
| Title: | Behavioral Economics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Behavioral Economics studies the effects of psychological, cognitive, emotional, cultural and social factors in the decisions of individuals or institutions, and how these decisions deviate from those implied by classical economic theory. Standard economic theory models behavior in terms of rational choice. The explicit assumption of rationality posits that decisions are the outcome of the following two steps: First, an individual correctly assesses the predictable consequences of alternative actions. Then the individual chooses the alternative that is best according to some coherent objective. The implicit assumption of rationality is that such a process is costless and automatic. Observed behavior, however, is often at odds with a strong version of this theory, even if incentives do influence behavior. More importantly, however, these behavioral deviations from standard theory are not merely a nuisance; accounting for them has implications for our understanding of economic outcomes. This course examines the consequences of relaxing the explicit and implicit assumptions behind the rational choice hypothesis. |
| Requisites: | SE341 Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FE422 |
| Title: | Labor Economics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course analyzes theories of labor markets and evidence on whether and how labor market theories successfully analyze outcomes. The core material explores labor demand by profit-maximizing firms, labor supply decisions made by rational workers, and equilibrium patterns of employment and wages. Topics may include: the analysis of human capital, migration, the economics of discrimination, effects of unions on employment and wages, effects of legislation (such as minimum wages and payroll taxes) and recent trends in wage inequality. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SE341. Prereq: SE341 Coreq: Prereq: SE341 Coreq: Prereq: SE341 Coreq: |
| Course: | FE431 |
| Title: | Public Finance |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course examines the role of government in a market economy including the use of government expenditures and taxation to change the allocation of resources and/or to change the distribution of income. Emphasis is given to the formation and analysis of public policies in education, health care, social security, welfare, and the environment. Proposals for tax reform and how to address long-term fiscal challenges are analyzed. This course counts as a 400-level elective for economics majors (FEC) and as an economics major elective for the quantitative economics major (SQE). [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SE341. Prereq: SE341 Coreq: Prereq: SE341 Coreq: Prereq: SE341 Coreq: |
| Course: | FE436 |
| Title: | Business Cycles |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An advanced treatment of the empirical and theoretical issues surrounding business cycles. Topics include empirical regularities of cycles, models of inventory cycles, labor and credit markets, technology shocks, and the international transmission of cycles. Simulation-based methods of analyzing such models, and the role of fiscal and monetary policy in economic stabilization, are included. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SE312. Prereq: SE312 Coreq: Prereq: SE312 Coreq: Prereq: SE312 Coreq: |
| Course: | FE437 |
| Title: | Monetary Theory And Policy |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An advanced study of topics in monetary economics and their application to macroeconomic issues. Consideration of the role of money as a medium of exchange in commodity and fiat systems. Theories of money demand and empirical measures of the money supply. Development of macroeconomic models of money and the effect of monetary policy on inflation, unemployment and economic growth. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SE312. Prereq: SE312 Coreq: Prereq: SE312 Coreq: Prereq: SE312 Coreq: |
| Course: | FE438 |
| Title: | Economics Of Financial Crises |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course explores in depth the causes and consequences of economic and financial crises in general, the contagion of such crises into other countries, and the policies used or proposed to prevent similar crises in the future. It examines numerous historical crises, both theoretically and empirically, in hopes of drawing parallels that may help to guide future economic policy. The course critically examines comments made by so called 'market experts' concerning the crisis and the government's response. It also provides a framework for understanding the likelihood of future crises and potential solutions. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SE312. Prereq: SE312 Coreq: Prereq: SE312 Coreq: Prereq: SE312 Coreq: |
| Course: | FE442 |
| Title: | Health Economics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course introduces students who have already taken Microeconomics to the field of health economics. Factors that distinguish the discipline of health economics include extensive government intervention, intractable uncertainty in several dimensions, asymmetric information, barriers to entry, externalities, and the presence of third-party agents (such as doctors). This course will cover a range of theoretical topics, including health production functions, consumer choice models of health behaviors (such as smoking), and the supply and demand of health care services. We will also study various international health systems as they compare to the health care system in the United States, both before and after the Affordable Care Act. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SE341 Prereq: SE341 Coreq: Prereq: SE341 Coreq: Prereq: SE341 Coreq: |
| Course: | FE461 |
| Title: | Industrial Organization |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Industrial organization is the study of industry and firm behavior. Using microeconomic and game theory tools, this course explores the relationships among firms in an industry or across industries by examining the nature of strategic interaction among firms. The course will utilize available computer software to study theoretical models and empirical evidence for a wide variety of market phenomena such as price wars, patent races, price-fixing conspiracies, mergers, and advertising campaigns. It will consider public policies that affect the structure of markets and the behavior of firms, particularly antitrust laws, which try to create a balance between the benefits of coordination and consolidation and the detriments of market power. This course counts as a 400-level elective for Quantitative Economics majors (FQE) and as an economics major elective for the Math with Economics major (SME). |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SE341. Prereq: SE341 Coreq: Prereq: SE341 Coreq: Prereq: SE341 Coreq: |
| Course: | FE467 |
| Title: | Law And Economics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course introduces students to the relationship between law and economics by providing economic analysis of law and legal institutions. Using microeconomic analysis, rational choice theory, as an objective methodology, in this class we will estimate the economic efficiency arising from legal rules. Economists recognize that laws serve as an incentive for changes in people's behavior and that policy makers examine how laws impact efficiency and the distribution of income. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SE341 Prereq: SE341 Coreq: Prereq: SE341 Coreq: Prereq: SE341 Coreq: |
| Course: | FF101 |
| Title: | Basic French I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Develops basic communicative skills, with an emphasis on speaking and listening comprehension. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FF102 |
| Title: | Basic French Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Develops basic communicative skills, with an emphasis on speaking and listening comprehension. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FF101. Prereq: FF101 Coreq: Prereq: FF101 Coreq: Prereq: FF101 Coreq: |
| Course: | FF111 |
| Title: | FIRST YEAR FRENCH I |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | Introduction to the language, culture, and societies. Students will explore language and gain insight to societal themes as they relate to cultures speaking that foreign language. [FALL] |
| Requisites: |
| Course: | FF112 |
| Title: | FIRST YEAR FRENCH II |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | A continuation of FF111. Students will continue to develop language skills and advance their cultural knowledge. [SPRING] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FF111 |
| Course: | FF201 |
| Title: | Intermediate French I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Continues development of oral, reading, and writing skills using real-life situations. Emphasizes practical, everyday culture of the French-speaking world. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FF102. Prereq: FF102 Coreq: Prereq: FF102 Coreq: Prereq: FF102 Coreq: |
| Course: | FF202 |
| Title: | Intermediate French Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Continues development of oral, reading, and writing skills using real-life situations. Emphasizes practical, everyday culture of the French-speaking world. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FF201. Prereq: FF201 Coreq: Prereq: FF201 Coreq: Prereq: FF201 Coreq: |
| Course: | FF211 |
| Title: | SECOND YEAR FRENCH I |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | A continuation of First Year French courses. Refinement of communication in the target language and intensification of aural and reading comprehension. The course will focus on expanding language proficiency and cultural/civilizational understanding through engagement with authentic materials. [FALL] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FF112 |
| Course: | FF212 |
| Title: | SECOND YEAR FRENCH II |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | A continuation of FF211. Continued refinement of target language with emphasis on conversational practice and aural comprehension of contemporary spoken language. Serves as a bridge course, designed to transition students beyond foundational levels and prepare them for more challenging linguistic and cultural study. [SPRING] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FF211 |
| Course: | FF301 |
| Title: | Advanced French With Civilization Readings I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Develops fluency in conversation and facility in reading and writing. Topics emphasize main aspects of Francophone Literatures and Cultures. Taught in French. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FF202. Prereq: FF202 Coreq: Prereq: FF202 Coreq: Prereq: FF202 Coreq: |
| Course: | FF302 |
| Title: | Advanced French With Civilization Readings Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Develops fluency in conversation and facility in reading and writing. Topics emphasize main aspects of Francophone Literatures and Cultures. Taught in French. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FF202. Prereq: FF202 Coreq: Prereq: FF202 Coreq: Prereq: FF202 Coreq: |
| Course: | FF309 |
| Title: | Language Immersion Abroad-French |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This LSAP immersion course entails language and culture immersion through classroom and experiential learning in the context of an academic program in the specific host country vetted by the appropriate USNA faculty in the Languages and Cultures Department. Each LSAP program is designed to facilitate development of midshipmen¿s language skills and to promote their understanding of social, cultural and historical aspects of the target country. Every LSAP program is designed with a minimum of 45 contact hours of language instruction in addition to 15 hours of cultural learning and excursions in the host country. FF309 offers three credits to students who successfully complete a four week LSAP program abroad with a passing grade. In order to receive credit and appropriate placement, students must complete the Languages and Cultures Department¿s program assessment as specified by the program manager at a level of C or above to receive three validation credits, and to be placed into the appropriate level of the USNA language program in order to continue language gains in the classroom upon return. FF309 will reflect credits earned during LSAP, if and only if the experience of the language immersion abroad CANNOT be mapped onto an existing language course at USNA. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FF202 or equivalent Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FF411 |
| Title: | Development Of French Civilization |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | From the origins to World War II. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FF302 or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: P |
| Course: | FF412 |
| Title: | Modern France |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | All aspects of contemporary France: geography, economy, institutions, society, politics and culture. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FF302 or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: P |
| Course: | FF421 |
| Title: | Representative Readings In French Literature I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Class discussions of works by leading writers of various periods. Program includes film versions of several titles. Taught in French. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FF302 or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: P |
| Course: | FF422 |
| Title: | Representative Readings In French Literature Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Class discussions of works by leading writers of various periods. Program includes film versions of several titles. Taught in French. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FF302 or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: P |
| Course: | FF432 |
| Title: | France And The Arab World |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | France and the Arab World engages midshipmen in reading, writing, and discussion about France's ties to the Arab world, including colonization and post-colonial political and cultural connections to North Africa and the Middle East. Topics include French immigration policy and North African communities within France, Francophone literature of the Arab world, and the role of spoken and written French in North Africa and Lebanon. Materials include the articles from the Francophone press, fictional narratives, first person memoirs, documentaries, and feature films. Guest speakers in the classroom offer additional insider views and first hand experience of Francophone Arab countries. Conducted entirely in French. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FF302 or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: P |
| Course: | FG101 |
| Title: | First Year German I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The 100 level German course sequence aims to take students with little to no knowledge of the German language and introduce and develop their speaking, reading, writing and listening comprehension and advance their cultural knowledge. In FG101 German students will advance through the beginner level. The course includes projects that are educational and engaging. Classroom activities are focused on student interaction and active, verbal participation. The goals are to develop the building blocks necessary in order to express oneself confidently and coherently in personal, familial, social and daily situations, and to acquaint students with aspects of German society and culture. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FG102 |
| Title: | First Year German Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The 100 level German course sequence aims to take students with little to no knowledge of the German language and introduce and develop their speaking, reading, writing and listening comprehension and advance their cultural knowledge. At the 102 level, German students will expand their ability to communicate on personal topics. The course includes projects that are educational and engaging. Classroom activities are focused on student interaction and active, verbal participation. The goals are to develop the building blocks necessary in order to express oneself confidently and coherently in personal, familial, social and daily situations, and to acquaint students with aspects of German society and culture. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FG101 Prereq: FG101 Coreq: Prereq: FG101 Coreq: Prereq: FG101 Coreq: |
| Course: | FG111 |
| Title: | FIRST YEAR GERMAN I |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | Introduction to the language, culture, and societies. Students will explore language and gain insight to societal themes as they relate to cultures speaking that foreign language. [FALL] |
| Requisites: |
| Course: | FG112 |
| Title: | FIRST YEAR GERMAN II |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | A continuation of FG111. Students will continue to develop language skills and advance their cultural knowledge. [SPRING] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FG111 |
| Course: | FG201 |
| Title: | Second Year German I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The 200 level German course sequence aims to expand on students¿ abilities to speak, read, write, and listen and develop their cultural knowledge. All instructions and activities are performed in German to the maximum extent practicable. Classroom activities are focused on student interaction and active, verbal participation. This course has as its overarching goal the development of the student¿s proficiency. Additionally, this course builds on grammar and vocabulary developed in FG101/102 in order to express oneself confidently and coherently in personal, familial, social and daily situations, and acquaints students with aspects of German society and culture. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FG102 Prereq: FG102 Coreq: Prereq: FG102 Coreq: Prereq: FG102 Coreq: |
| Course: | FG202 |
| Title: | Second Year German Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The 200 level German course sequence aims to expand on students¿ abilities to speak, read, write, and listen and develop their cultural knowledge. FG202 is a continuation of FG201. All instructions and activities are performed in German to the maximum extent practicable. Classroom activities are focused on student interaction and active, verbal participation. Additionally, this course builds on grammar and vocabulary developed in FG201 in order to express oneself confidently and coherently in personal, familial, social and daily situations, and acquaints students with aspects of German society and culture. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FG201 Prereq: FG201 Coreq: Prereq: FG201 Coreq: Prereq: FG201 Coreq: |
| Course: | FG211 |
| Title: | SECOND YEAR GERMAN I |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | A continuation of First Year German courses. Refinement of communication in the target language and intensification of aural and reading comprehension. The course will focus on expanding language proficiency and cultural/civilizational understanding through engagement with authentic materials. [FALL] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FG112 |
| Course: | FG212 |
| Title: | SECOND YEAR GERMAN II |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | A continuation of FG211. Continued refinement of target language with emphasis on conversational practice and aural comprehension of contemporary spoken language. Serves as a bridge course, designed to transition students beyond foundational levels and prepare them for more challenging linguistic and cultural study. [SPRING] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FG211 |
| Course: | FG309 |
| Title: | Language Immersion Abroad-German |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This LSAP immersion course entails language and culture immersion through classroom and experiential learning in the context of an academic program in the specific host country vetted by the appropriate USNA faculty in the Languages and Cultures Department. Each LSAP program is designed to facilitate development of midshipmen¿s language skills and to promote their understanding of social, cultural and historical aspects of the target country. Every LSAP program is designed with a minimum of 45 contact hours of language instruction in addition to 15 hours of cultural learning and excursions in the host country. FG309 offers three credits to students who successfully complete a four week LSAP program abroad with a passing grade. In order to receive credit and appropriate placement, students must complete the Languages and Cultures Department¿s program assessment as specified by the program manager at a level of C or above to receive three validation credits, and to be placed into the appropriate level of the USNA language program in order to continue language gains in the classroom upon return. FG309 will reflect credits earned during LSAP, if and only if the experience of the language immersion abroad CANNOT be mapped onto an existing language course at USNA. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FG202 or equivalent Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FG310 |
| Title: | Contemporary Germany - Speaking |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course advances midshipmen¿s German reading, writing and conversational skills by focusing on cultural topics in contemporary Germany (1945-), allowing them to increase their ability to successfully communicate in German while increasing their understanding and appreciation of German culture today. A special focus of this class is the advancement of midshipmen¿s listening and speaking abilities. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FG202 Prereq: FG202 Coreq: Prereq: FG202 Coreq: Prereq: FG202 Coreq: |
| Course: | FG320 |
| Title: | Contemporary Germany - Writing |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course advances midshipmen¿s German reading, writing and conversational skills by focusing on cultural topics in contemporary Germany (1945-), allowing them to increase their ability to successfully communicate in German while increasing their understanding and appreciation of German culture today. A special focus of this class is the advancement of midshipmen¿s reading and writing abilities. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FG310 Prereq: FG310 Coreq: Prereq: FG310 Coreq: Prereq: FG310 Coreq: |
| Course: | FG411 |
| Title: | German Culture - Literature & Arts I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course, conducted entirely in German, advances midshipmen's German reading, writing and conversational skills by focusing on German culture through literature and the arts from the 18th century to the 20st century. This is a seminar style course which uses discussion, reading and writing, to expand midshipmen's German language skills beyond intermediate and help them explore works by writers such as Goethe and Schiller, composers such as J. S. Bach, Mozart and Beethoven, and artists such as C.D. Friedrich and Wilhelm Busch. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FG320 or permission of the Dept. Chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FG412 |
| Title: | German Culture - Literature & Arts Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course, conducted entirely in German, is a continuation of FG411, developing midshipmen's knowledge of German literature, art and the media in contemporary Germany as well as continuing the development of their communication skills. Students begin the semester with the study of Weimar culture through literature and film, and end with explorations of contemporary German literature, art, music and forms of public and social media. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FG411 or permission of the Dept Chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: P |
| Course: | FG421 |
| Title: | German Culture Through Film: 20th Century |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course, conducted entirely in German, explores German culture and history as it is expressed through German films from the 1930's - 1990's. By tracing the political and historical trajectory from the postwar era of reconstruction to the cold war to German unification, we will study a divided and reunited screen-scape in order to critically reflect on concepts of German nationality, cultural identity, and the politics of representation. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FG320 or permission of the Dept Chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: P |
| Course: | FG422 |
| Title: | German Culture Through Film: 21st Century |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course, conducted entirely in German, focuses on German media and film-making since unification. We investigate how German media and cinema captured the atmosphere of the immediate post- unification years and discuss extensively major works of cinema since the 1990s. We will look at examples of Germany's film production and forms of social media to observe and comment on the roads German media has taken from the 1990's to the present in order to reflect on contemporary German culture and society. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FG320 or permission of the Dept. Chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FG423 |
| Title: | German Culture Through Film |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | FG423 has as its goal to use contemporary German films as a resource for learning and discussion of historic events in Germany's past as well as cultural trends that developed based on those historic events. A special focus will be on (1) the Third Reich and (2) daily life in the GDR/the German reunification. Fundamental to this course is intensive practice in oral communication and listening comprehension. To this end, in-class activities will be devoted primarily to speaking and listening activities designed to improve Midshipmen's conversational fluency. This course further aims to create a deeper interest in and sensitivity to issues of contemporary life in German-speaking countries. The classroom language will be exclusively German. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FG320 or placement into 400-level. Prereq: FG320 Coreq: Prereq: FG320 Co |
| Course: | FJ101 |
| Title: | First-Year Japanese I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | First Year Japanese I introduces the contemporary spoken and written Japanese. Emphasis is on developing basic communication skills in listening, speaking, reading and writings. All Kana letters and some Kanji characters are introduced. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FJ102 |
| Title: | First-Year Japanese Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | First Year Japanese II introduces the contemporary spoken and written Japanese. Emphasis is on developing basic communication skills in listening, speaking, reading and writings. All Kana letters and some Kanji characters are introduced. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FJ101. Prereq: FJ101 Coreq: Prereq: FJ101 Coreq: Prereq: FJ101 Coreq: |
| Course: | FJ111 |
| Title: | FIRST YEAR JAPANESE I |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | Introduction to the language, culture, and societies. Students will explore language and gain insight to societal themes as they relate to cultures speaking that foreign language. [FALL] |
| Requisites: |
| Course: | FJ112 |
| Title: | FIRST YEAR JAPANESE II |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | A continuation of FJ111. Students will continue to develop language skills and advance their cultural knowledge. [SPRING] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FJ111 |
| Course: | FJ201 |
| Title: | Second-Year Japanese I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Second Year Japanese I aims at further development of communication skills in spoken and written Japanese. More Kanji characters are introduced to prepare students to read authentic written materials such as memos, advertisements, and letters. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FJ102. Prereq: FJ102 Coreq: Prereq: FJ102 Coreq: Prereq: FJ102 Coreq: |
| Course: | FJ202 |
| Title: | Second-Year Japanese Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Second Year Japanese II continues development of communication skills in spoken and written Japanese. Instructions and course materials are presented in Japanese. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FJ201. Prereq: FJ201 Coreq: Prereq: FJ201 Coreq: Prereq: FJ201 Coreq: |
| Course: | FJ211 |
| Title: | SECOND YEAR JAPANESE I |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | A continuation of First Year Japanese courses. Refinement of communication in the target language and intensification of aural and reading comprehension. The course will focus on expanding language proficiency and cultural/civilizational understanding through engagement with authentic materials. [FALL] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FJ112 |
| Course: | FJ212 |
| Title: | SECOND YEAR JAPANESE II |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | A continuation of FJ211. Continued refinement of target language with emphasis on conversational practice and aural comprehension of contemporary spoken language. Serves as a bridge course, designed to transition students beyond foundational levels and prepare them for more challenging linguistic and cultural study. [SPRING] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FJ211 |
| Course: | FJ261 |
| Title: | Kanji Look And Learn I |
| Credits: | 1—0—0 |
| Description: | This noncredit course is designed for midshipmen who have a special interest in expanding their knowledge of kanji (Chinese characters). In this course, about 160 kanji and associated compound words are introduced by the frequency of their occurrence in the Japanese newspaper. Upon completion of this course, midshipmen will receive a letter grade that does not count toward cumulative QPRs. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FJ101. Coreq: FJ102-FJ302. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Core |
| Course: | FJ271 |
| Title: | Kanji Look And Learn Ii |
| Credits: | 1—0—0 |
| Description: | A direct continuation of FJ261: Kanji Look and Learn I. This noncredit course aims to build on the foundation of kanji and associated compound words that midshipmen have previously mastered. In this course, a second set of 160 kanji and associated compound words are introduced by the frequency of their occurrence in the newspapers. Upon completion of this course, midshipmen will receive a letter grade that does not count toward cumulative QPRs. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FJ261. Coreq: FJ201-FJ301. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Core |
| Course: | FJ301 |
| Title: | Third-Year Japanese I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Third Year Japanese I introduces more sophisticated vocabulary and more complex sentence structures required for effective interpersonal communication and interpretation of written texts. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FJ202. Prereq: FJ202 Coreq: Prereq: FJ202 Coreq: Prereq: FJ202 Coreq: |
| Course: | FJ302 |
| Title: | Third-Year Japanese Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Third Year Japanese II aims at further development of communication skills. Emphasis is on inculcating knowledge of and sensitivity to the cultural and social context of the language use. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FJ301. Prereq: FJ301 Coreq: Prereq: FJ301 Coreq: Prereq: FJ301 Coreq: |
| Course: | FJ309 |
| Title: | Language Immersion Abroad-Japanese |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This LSAP immersion course entails language and culture immersion through classroom and experiential learning in the context of an academic program in the specific host country vetted by the appropriate USNA faculty in the Languages and Cultures Department. Each LSAP program is designed to facilitate development of midshipmen¿s language skills and to promote their understanding of social, cultural and historical aspects of the target country. Every LSAP program is designed with a minimum of 45 contact hours of language instruction in addition to 15 hours of cultural learning and excursions in the host country. FJ309 offers three credits to students who successfully complete a four week LSAP program abroad with a passing grade. In order to receive credit and appropriate placement, students must complete the Languages and Cultures Department¿s program assessment as specified by the program manager at a level of C or above to receive three validation credits, and to be placed into the appropriate level of the USNA language program in order to continue language gains in the classroom upon return. FJ309 will reflect credits earned during LSAP, if and only if the experience of the language immersion abroad CANNOT be mapped onto an existing language course at USNA. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FJ202 or equivalent Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FJ310E |
| Title: | Windows Into Japanese Culture Through Film |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course explores traditional and contemporary Japanese culture through film. This course focuses on intercultural communication (verbal and non-verbal) and explores cultural differences found within Japanese films. A variety of films are explored including films depicting the era of the samurai, World War II and modern Japan. Discussions will highlight cultural patterns that distinguish Japan from the United States. Course readings focus on linguistic, social, and cultural information pertinent to specific periods in history of Japan. This course is taught in English. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FJ350 |
| Title: | Japanese Culture Through Film |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course explores Japanese culture through films. A major goal of the course is increasing students' knowledge and understanding of Japanese culture. We will explore various cultural topics, including lifestyles (housing, food), social structure (class, occupation), cultural practices (customs, communication styles), and cultural perspectives (values, norms). Midshipmen will also examine their thoughts, feelings, and attitudes toward Japanese culture to uncover perceptions in cultural differences. FJ350 is taught in Japanese. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FJ202 or instructor's approval. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | FJ411 |
| Title: | Adv Japanese Translation And Interpretation |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Designed for students pursuing a Japanese minor after starting at an advanced level, this course introduces translation and interpretation of original Japanese literary texts. The texts are selected from various genres, including poems, short stories, and folktales, written in different periods from the 8th to the 20th century. Course content includes brief discussion of the Japanese literary tradition, an introduction to the Old Japanese language and regional dialects, and discussions on social and psychological meanings of the Japanese cultural artifacts and phenomena. The course is conducted in Japanese. |
| Requisites: | Prerequisite: FJ202 and by instructor approval Prereq: FJ202 Coreq: Prereq: FJ20 |
| Course: | FJ412 |
| Title: | Advanced Japanese Conversation |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course aims at further development of communication skills, particularly in listening and speaking. Reading and writing skills are integrated to reinforce the development of listening and speaking skills. Goals include: 1) expression of the student's own ideas on selected topics in a coherent and cohesive manner, 2) listening for information to take notes, 3) improving practical ability to read and present extracted information in Japanese. Class will be conducted in Japanese. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FJ202 or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: P |
| Course: | FJ420 |
| Title: | Japanese Communication As A Cultural Practice |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course provides an in-depth examination of Japanese conversation and culture. Topics that may be covered include: taking turns, appropriate strategies for listening, showing agreement/disagreement, style shifting, telling a story/narrative, and identity construction. For each topic, connections are made to appropriate cultural and conversational actions needed for communication in Japanese. FJ420 is taught in Japanese. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FJ202 or instructor's approval. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | FJ425 |
| Title: | Media Studies In Japanese |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The course teaches advanced reading and writing techniques by analyzing newspaper articles, periodicals, TV news and documentaries. The lectures include useful translation strategies and techniques. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FJ202. Prereq: FJ202 Coreq: Prereq: FJ202 Coreq: Prereq: FJ202 Coreq: |
| Course: | FL210 |
| Title: | Foundations In Area Studies |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Foundations in Area Studies teaches midshipmen how to analyze, understand and interpret foreign cultures through an interdisciplinary lens. This lens is essential in conveying a holistic understanding of a region. The goal of this course is for midshipmen to understand areas, regions, societies and cultures around the world from an emic perspective, to go beyond US- and Euro- centric perspectives of the world and to uncover the internal logic reflected in expressions of deep rooted cultural values. By the end of this course, students will demonstrate an understanding of the field of Area Studies, its interdisciplinary nature and application to a naval officer's career, demonstrate knowledge of common quantitative and qualitative social scientific methods and how they are applied to Area Studies and demonstrate knowledge about current discussions of the value of knowledge of languages, cultures and diverse perspectives at home and abroad. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FL220 |
| Title: | Language And Linguistics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Explores the nature and structure of language, including the study of sound systems (phonetics and phonology), patterns of word formation, syntax, semantics, and pragmatics (meaning in social context). Other topics include cross-cultural differences, language and social identity, the nature of textuality and writing, language processing, and first and second language acquisition. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HE112. Prereq: HE112 Coreq: Prereq: HE112 Coreq: Prereq: HE112 Coreq: |
| Course: | FL301 |
| Title: | Intercultural Communication |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course explores how different cultures filter and communicate experience through their unique views. As military professionals encounter problems in contact with foreign cultures, communicating effectively with people of different cultural and ethnic backgrounds has become a professional asset. The goal of this course is to increase cultural awareness and competency and to teach communication skills useful for meaningful interaction with foreign cultures. Students will improve communication skills needed today to participate effectively in the growing global community as well as cultural diversity of American society. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HE111. Prereq: HE111 Coreq: Prereq: HE111 Coreq: Prereq: HE111 Coreq: |
| Course: | FL302 |
| Title: | Intro To Cultural Anthropology |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Introduction to Cultural Anthropology for Military Application introduces midshipmen to the concept of culture from an anthropological perspective for practical applications in military operational environments. It is designed to meet the needs of midshipmen by developing their awareness of and sensitivity to the complexity of culturally motivated behavior. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HE111 Prereq: HE111 Coreq: Prereq: HE111 Coreq: Prereq: HE111 Coreq: |
| Course: | FL350 |
| Title: | Digital Ethnography |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course teaches the method of digital-ethnography to enhance not only students' ability to conduct online social scientific research but also to contribute to national security studies and allow students and scholars alike to gain insight into the complexity and significance of the world of cyber-cultures. The ability to conduct digital-ethnographic fieldwork on the subject of co-cultures of areas and regions of the world, to sift through data, to understand the role of Al in contributing and impeding cultural research, to study and apply theories, to write concise descriptive and analytical accounts, to present their work to an audience, and to develop a research paper are some of the fundamental skills developed in this course. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM208 or 4th core math course Prereq: SM208 Coreq: Prereq: SM208 Coreq: |
| Course: | FL479 |
| Title: | Foreign Area Studies Capstone |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The Foreign Area Studies capstone is a hands-on research seminar designed to guide midshipmen through an interdisciplinary academic research project. FAS majors will select research topics related to their interests and their expertise. Midshipmen will develop a relevant answerable research question, identify and locate relevant sources, analyze sources, and develop a well-thought-out argument, providing ample evidence for their conclusions. The course will culminate in a capstone project consisting of a research paper and a poster presentation summarizing the results of their research. The projects should reflect the depth of students¿ knowledge and demonstrate their ability to go beyond American and European points of view in order to understand other regions and cultures. All research papers must relate to some aspect of culture. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: (FL301 OR FL302 OR HH300 Coreq: Prereq: (FL301 OR FL302 OR HH300 Coreq: |
| Course: | FP130 |
| Title: | U.S. Govt And Constitutional Dev |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Basic concepts of American democracy, the Constitution, political process, structure and functions of national government and factors influencing its operation; emphasis on legal and ethical demands placed on government officials, both civilian and military, as defined by the Constitution and statute. [fall, spring, summer] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FP130X |
| Title: | U. S. Government And Constitutional Development |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The basic concepts of American democracy and the Constitution placed in a comparative context for midshipmen from foreign countries. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: This version of FP130 is for foreign nationals. Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Pre |
| Course: | FP210 |
| Title: | Intro To International Relations |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Approaches to analysis of international relations; nature and evolution of international political systems; foreign policy decision making; roles of non-state actors; diplomacy and war; Third World economic development; and international institutions. [fall, spring, summer] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130. Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: |
| Course: | FP220 |
| Title: | Political Science Methods |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A discussion of the philosophy of science for the political scientist; instruction in research methods with emphasis on scientific method and quantitative techniques. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130. Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: |
| Course: | FP230 |
| Title: | Intro To Comparative Politics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Introduces midshipmen to the study of politics in other societies. A course in comparative politics offers students a basic framework for analyzing other political systems. Key theoretical concepts, analytical tools and seminal works in the field are introduced to lay the foundation for advanced area studies coursework. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130. Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: |
| Course: | FP310 |
| Title: | Introduction To Global Strategic Studies |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Examination of the global international system from the strategic perspective to enhance our understanding of the processes and dynamics of global changes and their impact on professional careers in the naval service. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130. Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: |
| Course: | FP311 |
| Title: | Ethics And International Relations |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | At the outset, the focus is on a study of the dominant theories of international relations, particularly Bismarkian realism and Wilsonian idealism. Then, using historical and fictional cases, passages from literature, and guest speakers, this course explores case studies that illustrate the ethical dilemmas that arise in the relations between states. By contrast with courses that treat ethical issues for an individual, this course deals with the acts of states and of other groups such as insurgency movements, non-governmental organizations, and international affiliations. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130. Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: |
| Course: | FP313 |
| Title: | Information Technology And International Politics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Effects of information technology on both the national and international political systems; emphasis on changed weaponry, the vulnerability of cyberspace and other aspects of the information revolution on the relations among nations. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP210. Prereq: FP210 Coreq: Prereq: FP210 Coreq: Prereq: FP210 Coreq: |
| Course: | FP314 |
| Title: | Formulation Of U. S. Foreign Policy |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Case study-based review of the content, formulation and execution of U.S. foreign policies since World War II, including decision-making processes, administration of policy and development of current policies. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130. Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: |
| Course: | FP320 |
| Title: | Adv Political Sci Methods |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Advanced methods for the analysis of quantitative data in political science. Topics include models for binary, count, and ordinal outcomes. Methods are illustrated with published examples from all fields of political science, including studies of conflict, voter behavior, and public opinion. Prepares students to use appropriate methods for empirical research in Honors and Capstone classes. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP220 or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: P |
| Course: | FP322 |
| Title: | Comparative European Politics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Study of foreign and domestic policy issues and processes of major European political systems as well as NATO, the European Union, and the U.S.-European relationship. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130. Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: |
| Course: | FP323 |
| Title: | Comparative Latin American Politics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Social, economic and political environments; democracy and accountability; US-Latin America relations; regimes and government institutions; theories of Latin American political development with country case studies. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130 Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: |
| Course: | FP324 |
| Title: | Latin American International Politics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Latin American international subsystem; foreign policy making of Latin American states, United States, Europe, Japan and others; roles of non-state actors; international institutions; diplomacy and violence; and application of international theory. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130. Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: |
| Course: | FP325 |
| Title: | American Political Philosophy |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The theories and practices of Jefferson, Madison, Lincoln, Calhoun, Martin Luther King and other seminal American political thinkers; special emphasis on societal progress and public policy ambiguity under the banner of Liberty and Equality. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130. Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: |
| Course: | FP326 |
| Title: | American Presidency |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An examination of the presidential selection process and of the nature of presidential power in both the domestic and international spheres, with a focus on the ways in which they are both enhanced and constrained by other actors in the political system, including Congress, the judicial branch, the bureaucracy, the media, and the public. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130. Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: |
| Course: | FP328 |
| Title: | Legislative Process |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Decision making in the U.S. Congress; constituencies and elections, role of party and committees, and interaction with executive and judicial branches, bureaucracy, interest groups and other actors. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130. Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: |
| Course: | FP340 |
| Title: | Modern Political Thought And Ideology |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Introduces students to the components of contemporary political ideas and principles. Course distinguishes among philosophical arguments and social movements and emphasizes how distinction blurred during 20th century. Key concerns include social justice, equality, liberty and rights. Readings range from extremes of anarchism to debates about feminism and environmentalism. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130. Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: |
| Course: | FP341 |
| Title: | Political Psychology |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Introduction to psychological concepts and approaches used to analyze politics. Topics covered include acquisition of personal political attitudes and beliefs; the dynamics of public opinion; theories underlying PsyOp (Psychological Operations), riots, revolutions and wars; and psychological sources of effective and defective decisions in small group settings such as juries, military commands and policy settings. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130. Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: |
| Course: | FP345 |
| Title: | Energy Security |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Examines major issues related to energy security. Addresses the issue from military, economic, and policy perspectives. Explores major theories and public policy controversies related to energy scarcity. Discusses enduring and novel ethical issues. Special emphasis placed on Department of Defense energy programs. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130X OR FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130X OR FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130X OR |
| Course: | FP355 |
| Title: | Civil-Military Relations |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An examination of the interplay between civilians and the military in a liberal democratic society. The course blends of theory, practice, policy, sociology, history and political philosophy to examine the relationship of the professional military to the society which it serves. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130 Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: |
| Course: | FP356 |
| Title: | War And Conflict In The International System |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course looks in depth at theoretical explanations of the causes and consequences of conflict in the International System especially since the end of the cold war as well as opportunities for peace and cooperation. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130 Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: |
| Course: | FP357 |
| Title: | Politics Of China And Japan |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A comparative study of the politics of China and Japan. Topics include governance, human rights, and state capitalism under the Communist Party rule in China, the political economy, state-society relation, and reforms in democratic Japan and domestic sources of the two Asian powers' foreign policies. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130 Prereq: FP130 OR FP130X Coreq: Prereq: FP130 OR FP130X Coreq: Prer |
| Course: | FP360 |
| Title: | Us Foreign Policy In The Middle East |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course examines the causes and consequences of US Middle East policy. It explains the evolution of US interests in the region, and explores the shifting alliances linked with US power projection in the Middle East. Throughout the course, we will look at the strategic value of the Middle East, conflict and cooperation with and among regimes in the region, and the role that factors such as natural resources, democracy, economic development, weapons, and terrorism play in shaping US Middle East policy. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130 and FP210, or permission of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prer |
| Course: | FP365 |
| Title: | African Comparative Politics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Analysis of political trends and constitutional development of African political systems; their relations with one another and outside world; attention directed to U.S. security interests in Africa. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130. Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: |
| Course: | FP366 |
| Title: | African International Relations |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Contemporary politics, violent conflict, and political economy of development in Africa, with an emphasis on issues of international intervention. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FP367 |
| Title: | Politics Of Russia |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Examines the context of Russian foreign policy following the collapse of the Soviet Union. There are three parts to the course: historical roots of Russian foreign and security policy, contemporary developments, and the unique challenges Russia poses in the modern geopolitical landscape. After a period of relative decline in the 1990s, the Kremlin has sought to aggressively reassert its foreign policy agenda. This course will examine key political events of the 1990s and 2000s, such as Russian opposition to NATO expansion, Chechen Wars, the Kosovo Campaign, and the Color Revolutions. The course will include discussions on economic and political developments since the foundation of the Russian Federation. It will further examine Russia's role in recent conflicts in Georgia, Syria, and Ukraine, while discussing the concerns of a resurgent Russian regional hegemon. Yet, it will also examine areas of cooperation between the West and Russia, such as arms control, nuclear proliferation, cybersecurity, the Arctic, and counterterrorism. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130 (FP210 highly recommended). Prereq: FP130 AND FP210 Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | FP368 |
| Title: | Comparative Asian Politics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Systematic comparative approach to the study of political systems in East and Southeast Asia (with country cases selected from the Koreas, Taiwan, Malaysia, Myanmar, Indonesia, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand and Vietnam); theoretical emphasis on ethnic conflict, economic development and democratization. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130. Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: |
| Course: | FP369 |
| Title: | Middle Eastern Politics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Comparative analysis of domestic politics, political economy, the role of religion, foreign policies, and elements of international relations of Middle Eastern political systems; theoretical emphasis on ethnic conflict, conflict resolution and democratic development. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130. Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: |
| Course: | FP370 |
| Title: | Russian Foreign Policy |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course examines the context of Russian foreign policy following the collapse of the Soviet Union. After a period of relative decline, Russia has begun to aggressively reassert its foreign policy agenda. Conflict with Ukraine, Russian opposition to NATO, and the fear of a new Cold War dominate the news as it pertains to Russia even while the West seeks Russian cooperation in several critical areas. The course will address historical roots of Russian foreign and security policy; contemporary developments, and unique challenges in Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and the Arctic. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130 (FP210 highly recommended). Prereq: FP130 AND FP210 Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | FP371 |
| Title: | Asian International Politics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Analysis of interstate relations of selected East and Southeast Asian states; concentration on regional organizations, security alliances and bilateral arrangements. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130. Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: |
| Course: | FP372 |
| Title: | Political Parties, Campaigns And Interest Groups |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Study of dynamics of group politics in the U.S. political system; emphasizes roles played by parties, interest groups, public opinion and elections in the U.S. political process. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130. Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: |
| Course: | FP375 |
| Title: | Politics And The Media |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A comprehensive analysis of how print, electronic and computer-based mass media choose, cover, and disseminate information about American politics and government. Analysis of contemporary media from the perspective of subjects, disseminators and consumers of the news. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130. Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: |
| Course: | FP384 |
| Title: | Politics Of Irregular Warfare |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Theoretical, historical and policy examination of low-level political-military confrontation; viewed from several perspectives, such as revolutionary, policy-making, military and nation-state; focus on U.S. response to LIC. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130, 2/C. Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Core |
| Course: | FP393 |
| Title: | Civil Wars And Armed Conflict |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course will embark on an effort to rigorously assess the causes, dynamics, and outcomes of civil wars and internal armed conflict. In the modern era, there have been over 200 intra-state conflicts - the intensity of violence, their seeming preventability, and the investment of significant resources by major powers make the study of civil wars relevant to future military officers. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FP397 |
| Title: | Criminal Law And Justice |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An examination of both (1) the criminal justice system and the requirements of due process as mandated by the Constitution (double jeopardy, coerced confessions, plea bargaining, etc.) and (2) the criminal law -- the nature of criminal intent, the criminal act, the defenses (self-defense, insanity, etc.) as illustrated in such common law felonies as murder, rape, robbery, and battery. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130, 2/C. Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Core |
| Course: | FP407 |
| Title: | Intelligence And National Security |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Examination of nature, significance and development of intelligence including collection, counterintelligence, clandestine and covert action and evaluation; includes current issues and case studies. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130, FP210, and 1/C or 2/C standing. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: P |
| Course: | FP408 |
| Title: | International Law |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Survey of public law of nations including jurisdiction, citizenship, nationality, human rights, and treaty law. This course places special emphasis on the law of the sea, the law of war, and the legal issues involving the use of force by states. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP210. Prereq: FP210 Coreq: Prereq: FP210 Coreq: Prereq: FP210 Coreq: |
| Course: | FP413 |
| Title: | Constitutional Law: Federal System |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An analysis of key Supreme Court decisions interpreting the power of the judiciary, the executive and congress under the Constitution; nation-state relations; the commerce power; economic liberties. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130. Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: |
| Course: | FP414 |
| Title: | Constitutional Law: Civil Liberties |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An analysis of leading Supreme Court decisions in the areas of speech, press, and religion; equal protection of minorities and women; privacy. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130. Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: |
| Course: | FP420 |
| Title: | Public Policy Analysis |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Analysis of U.S. public policy toward social and economic problems, including nature of social choice; survey of selected policy areas, such as health care, education, housing and economic and social welfare. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130. Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: |
| Course: | FP421 |
| Title: | National Security Policy |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Examination of interaction of domestic and foreign political and military considerations in the formulation and execution of national security policy; use of case studies and review of current strategic policies. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130, FP210. Prereq: FP130 AND FP210 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 AND FP210 Cor |
| Course: | FP430 |
| Title: | Political Philosophy |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Study of Western political philosophy, with emphasis on roots of democracy and the meaning of justice; explores relationship between individual and society, as well as the sources of a state's power and authority; examines works of major thinkers from Plato to the present. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130, FP210. Prereq: FP130 AND FP210 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 AND FP210 Cor |
| Course: | FP437 |
| Title: | International Organizations |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | International organizations in world politics; attention given to control of conflict and violence, economic cooperation and management of global resources; major focus on the United Nations; discussion of selected regional issues and other organizations. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130 and FP210. Prereq: FP130 AND FP210 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 AND FP210 |
| Course: | FP440 |
| Title: | Politics Of Central Europe |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Analysis of the politics of Eastern Europe from a comparative prospective; the struggle for national identity and economic development in the post-communist environment. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130. Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 Coreq: |
| Course: | FP450 |
| Title: | International Political Economy |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course examines the historical and theoretical foundations of contemporary international political economy. It explores the evolving association between government and economics stressing the roles of mercantilism, liberalism and globalization. It explores the political and economic influence of US national agencies as well as international organizations during the latter half of the 20th century. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP210 or instructor permission. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | FP468 |
| Title: | Palestinian - Israeli Conflict |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The conflict between Arabs and Jews over Palestine is one of the most important factors shaping Middle East politics. The impact of this conflict affects local Arabs and Jews, regional actors and global partners. To date, the Palestinian-Israeli conflict has produced a series of wars and recurring patterns of violence. This course identifies key actors and motivations in the conflict as well as the conflict's intractability. Peace processes are also a topic of discussion. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP369 or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: P |
| Course: | FP469 |
| Title: | Islam And Politics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course provides an overview of the relationship between Islam and politics. It covers important political developments in Muslim history: starting with the Prophet Muhammad's time, the establishment of the early Muslim community, the development of the Caliphates, the role of the Shari'ah (Islamic Law), the decline of Islamic societies, and their revival in modern times. Additional attention is given to selected topics, such as contemporary Islamic movements, the status of minorities in Islamic societies, the role of women, and the question of violence. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP360 or FP369 or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | FP471 |
| Title: | Capstone Seminar |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The capstone seminar in Political Science provides a directed research experience designed to pull together key elements of the area of concentration. Midshipmen prepare a comprehensive research paper that demonstrates their mastery of substantive knowledge and competence in applying writing and research skills. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C FPS majors only. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FP476 |
| Title: | Grand Strategy And Great-Power Politics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Grand strategy is a coherent statement of the state's highest political ends to be pursued globally over the long term. Its proper function is to prioritize among different domestic and foreign policy choices and to balance national means-diplomatic, economic, military- to achieve the articulated ends. The class will review the historical foundations of strategy, analyze the evolution of American strategy from the Founding Fathers to the current day (including current US National Security Strategy) and explore the foundations of strategy worldwide from a regional perspective with an emphasis on the roles of history, religion, culture and geography in shaping various countries and region¿s approach to grand strategy. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130; FP210 Prereq: FP130 AND FP210 Coreq: Prereq: FP130 AND FP210 Core |
| Course: | FP500 |
| Title: | Honors Advanced Research Design |
| Credits: | 2—0—2 |
| Description: | Advanced research techniques: individual design guidance with special reference to advanced statistical techniques as well as methodological approaches. Literature review and presentation to the faculty. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FPS 2/C honors students only. Honors Director permission required. Prer |
| Course: | FP505 |
| Title: | Honors Senior Seminar |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An advanced research seminar to carry out the research to culminate in a senior honors thesis. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP500, 1/C FPSH major. Prereq: FP500 Coreq: Prereq: FP500 Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | FP510 |
| Title: | Honors Senior Thesis |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | An advanced research seminar allowing students to complete the research that will culminate in their senior honors thesis. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C FPSH major. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FR101 |
| Title: | Basic Russian I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The first of a two course introduction to Russian culture and daily life through the use of communicative approaches to language, with emphasis on listening comprehension and speaking. The courses develop basic reading and writing skills, and provide insights into contemporary society and behavioral norms. If taken and passed at USNA, may be used as a free elective by Division I and II majors. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FR102 |
| Title: | Basic Russian Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A continuation of FR101. If taken and passed, may be used in place of a 200 level humanities-social science elective in Division I and II majors. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FR101. Prereq: FR101 Coreq: Prereq: FR101 Coreq: Prereq: FR101 Coreq: |
| Course: | FR111 |
| Title: | FIRST YEAR RUSSIAN I |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | Introduction to the language, culture, and societies. Students will explore language and gain insight to societal themes as they relate to cultures speaking that foreign language. [FALL] |
| Requisites: |
| Course: | FR112 |
| Title: | FIRST YEAR RUSSIAN II |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | A continuation of FR111. Students will continue to develop language skills and advance their cultural knowledge. [SPRING] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FR111 |
| Course: | FR201 |
| Title: | Intermediate Russian I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Continues development of oral, reading and writing skills with the emphasis on spoken Russian. Includes area and cultural topics. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FR102. Prereq: FR102 Coreq: Prereq: FR102 Coreq: Prereq: FR102 Coreq: |
| Course: | FR202 |
| Title: | Intermediate Russian Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Continues development of oral, reading and writing skills with the emphasis on spoken Russian. Includes area and cultural topics. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FR201. Prereq: FR201 Coreq: Prereq: FR201 Coreq: Prereq: FR201 Coreq: |
| Course: | FR211 |
| Title: | SECOND YEAR RUSSIAN I |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | A continuation of First Year Russian courses. Refinement of communication in the target language and intensification of aural and reading comprehension. The course will focus on expanding language proficiency and cultural/civilizational understanding through engagement with authentic materials. [FALL] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FR112 |
| Course: | FR212 |
| Title: | SECOND YEAR RUSSIAN II |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | A continuation of FR211. Continued refinement of target language with emphasis on conversational practice and aural comprehension of contemporary spoken language. Serves as a bridge course, designed to transition students beyond foundational levels and prepare them for more challenging linguistic and cultural study. [SPRING] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FR211 |
| Course: | FR309 |
| Title: | Language Immersion Abroad-Russian |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This LSAP immersion course entails language and culture immersion through classroom and experiential learning in the context of an academic program in the specific host country vetted by the appropriate USNA faculty in the Languages and Cultures Department. Each LSAP program is designed to facilitate development of midshipmen¿s language skills and to promote their understanding of social, cultural and historical aspects of the target country. Every LSAP program is designed with a minimum of 45 contact hours of language instruction in addition to 15 hours of cultural learning and excursions in the host country. FR309 offers three credits to students who successfully complete a four week LSAP program abroad with a passing grade. In order to receive credit and appropriate placement, students must complete the Languages and Cultures Department¿s program assessment as specified by the program manager at a level of C or above to receive three validation credits, and to be placed into the appropriate level of the USNA language program in order to continue language gains in the classroom upon return. FR309 will reflect credits earned during LSAP, if and only if the experience of the language immersion abroad CANNOT be mapped onto an existing language course at USNA. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FR202 or equivalent Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FR330 |
| Title: | Third Year Russian I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The goal of this course is to enable midshipmen to develop functional communicative proficiency in Russian in all four skill areas, reading, writing, speaking, and listening, while expanding their understanding of Russian culture. The course introduces vocabulary and sentence structures required for effective communication. Course materials will include multimedia materials introducing midshipmen to contemporary mass media and popular culture. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FR202. Prereq: FR202 Coreq: Prereq: FR202 Coreq: Prereq: FR202 Coreq: |
| Course: | FR340 |
| Title: | Third Year Russian Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | In this course midshipmen will continue to expand their functional proficiency in all four language skill areas. They will use their Russian language skills to learn about Russia's recent past and about contemporary issues in Russia. The course introduces advanced vocabulary and grammar required for comprehension of more formal registers. The course incorporates web-based video and print media sources. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FR202. Prereq: FR202 Coreq: Prereq: FR202 Coreq: Prereq: FR202 Coreq: |
| Course: | FR350E |
| Title: | Russian Lit & Culture In Translation |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course uses English translations of classic Russian texts which impact the way Russians behave and think about themselves today. Through Russian literature, music and film, students gain deep insights into Russian culture. Counts as an upper level Humanities-Social Science course. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FR411 |
| Title: | Advanced Russian |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course introduces midshipmen to vocabulary and grammar needed to read and comprehend more advanced texts. The course will focus primarily on texts from media sources, but conversation language will also be incorporated. Strategies for translation and comprehension of advanced texts will be covered. Midshipmen will be exposed to increasingly complex texts throughout the semester. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FR340 or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: P |
| Course: | FR412 |
| Title: | Contemporary Russia |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | In this advanced level course midshipmen develop active and passive language skills, using them to explore contemporary social, cultural, economic, political, and military issues in Russia. The course introduces vocabulary and sentence structures required for oral and written expression at the advanced level. The course material will incorporate multimedia and print material from a broad array of sources. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FR340 or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: P |
| Course: | FR460 |
| Title: | Advanced Russian Through Film |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course uses film as a medium for developing advanced Russian language proficiency while increasing awareness and understanding of Russian culture. Drawing from the canon of well-known Russian film classics, dating from the Soviet period to the present day, the course will explore Russian culture and identity. The canon of popular film will provide students with insight into the evolution of Russian life and society in the Soviet and post-Soviet period. The goal of the course is to help midshipmen improve language skills in all areas, speaking, reading, oral comprehension, and writing, enabling midshipmen to become literate and effective communicators in Russian. |
| Requisites: | Prerequisite: FR340 Prereq: FR340 Coreq: Prereq: FR340 Coreq: Prereq: FR340 Core |
| Course: | FS103 |
| Title: | Basic Spanish I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The first of a two-course sequence emphasizing the development of listening and speaking skills in the context of grammar review and with a focus on sophisticated verbal constructions. Both semesters underscore exposure to real cultural materials (readings, video, Internet) and communicative situations. [Fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: One year of senior high school Spanish or approval of department chair. |
| Course: | FS104 |
| Title: | Basic Spanish Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The continuation of the two-course sequence FS103-104 emphasizing the development of listening and speaking skills in the context of grammar review and with a focus on sophisticated verbal constructions. Emphasis is placed on vocabulary building, narration in the past, acquisition of idiomatic constructions, and advanced sentence structures requiring the subjunctive. Both semesters underscore exposure to real cultural materials (readings, video, Internet) and communicative situations. [Spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FS103 Prereq: FS103 Coreq: Prereq: FS103 Coreq: Prereq: FS103 Coreq: |
| Course: | FS111 |
| Title: | FIRST YEAR SPANISH I |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | Introduction to the language, culture, and societies. Students will explore language and gain insight to societal themes as they relate to cultures speaking that foreign language. [FALL] |
| Requisites: |
| Course: | FS112 |
| Title: | FIRST YEAR SPANISH II |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | A continuation of FS111. Students will continue to develop language skills and advance their cultural knowledge. [SPRING] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FS111 |
| Course: | FS201 |
| Title: | Intermediate Spanish I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Intermediate Spanish I continues the development of all four language skills--speaking, listening comprehension, reading and writing--begun in Basic Spanish. Emphasizes expansion of both active and passive vocabulary, use of more complex language structures and the development of cultural literacy. Taught in Spanish. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FS104. Prereq: FS104 Coreq: Prereq: FS104 Coreq: Prereq: FS104 Coreq: |
| Course: | FS202 |
| Title: | Intermediate Spanish Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Intermediate Spanish II continues the development of all four language skills--speaking, listening comprehension, reading and writing--begun in Intermediate Spanish I. Emphasizes expansion of both active and passive vocabulary, use of more complex language structures and the development of cultural literacy. Taught in Spanish. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FS201. Prereq: FS201 Coreq: Prereq: FS201 Coreq: Prereq: FS201 Coreq: |
| Course: | FS211 |
| Title: | SECOND YEAR SPANISH I |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | A continuation of First Year Spanish courses. Refinement of communication in the target language and intensification of aural and reading comprehension. The course will focus on expanding language proficiency and cultural/civilizational understanding through engagement with authentic materials. [FALL] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FS112 |
| Course: | FS212 |
| Title: | SECOND YEAR SPANISH II |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | A continuation of FS211. Continued refinement of target language with emphasis on conversational practice and aural comprehension of contemporary spoken language. Serves as a bridge course, designed to transition students beyond foundational levels and prepare them for more challenging linguistic and cultural study. [SPRING] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FS211 |
| Course: | FS301 |
| Title: | Adv Spanish W/ Readings On Contemp Spanish America |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Develops linguistic proficiency in speaking and writing with readings and videos on Contemporary Spanish-American culture. Includes grammar reviews, internet searches, computer-based materials, newspaper articles, and literary selections that address current issues involving Spanish-speaking nations in this hemisphere. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FS202. Prereq: FS202 Coreq: Prereq: FS202 Coreq: Prereq: FS202 Coreq: |
| Course: | FS304 |
| Title: | Adv Spanish With Readings On Contemporary Spain |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Develops linguistic proficiency in speaking and writing with readings and videos on contemporary Spain. Includes grammar reviews, Internet searches, computer-based materials, newspaper articles, and literary selections that address current issues in Spain since Franco. Also includes naval terminology. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FS202. Prereq: FS202 Coreq: Prereq: FS202 Coreq: Prereq: FS202 Coreq: |
| Course: | FS309 |
| Title: | Language Immersion Abroad-Spanish |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This LSAP immersion course entails language and culture immersion through classroom and experiential learning in the context of an academic program in the specific host country vetted by the appropriate USNA faculty in the Languages and Cultures Department. Each LSAP program is designed to facilitate development of midshipmen's language skills and to promote their understanding of social, cultural and historical aspects of the target country. Every LSAP program is designed with a minimum of 45 contact hours of language instruction in addition to 15 hours of cultural learning and excursions in the host country. FS309 offers three credits to students who successfully complete a four week LSAP program abroad with a passing grade. In order to receive credit and appropriate placement, students must complete the Languages and Cultures Department's program assessment as specified by the program manager at a level of C or above to receive three validation credits, and to be placed into the appropriate level of the USNA language program in order to continue language gains in the classroom upon return. FS309 will reflect credits earned during LSAP, if and only if the experience of the language immersion abroad CANNOT be mapped onto an existing language course at USNA. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FS202 or equivalent Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FS412 |
| Title: | Contemporary Latin American Civilization |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Past and current social, economic, cultural and political patterns and problems. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FS301 and FS304, or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq |
| Course: | FS413 |
| Title: | Spanish Civilization |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Culture and civilization of Spain from the Roman period through the 20th century supplemented by videos, readings and classroom discussion. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FS301 and FS304, or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq |
| Course: | FS421 |
| Title: | Spanish Literature |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Representative works such as The Cid and Don Quixote reflecting the culture, ethics and values of Spain in its major literary periods. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FS301 and FS304, or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq |
| Course: | FS422 |
| Title: | Spanish American Literature |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Novels, stories, essays, poetry and plays reflecting the culture, ethics and values of major Spanish American countries from the colonial era to the present. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FS301 and FS304, or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq |
| Course: | FS423 |
| Title: | Hispanic & Spanish Cultures In Digital Age |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This advanced Spanish course explores the representation of the Hispanic and Spanish cultures through the lenses of new media, including hypertext and hypermedia novels, digital poetry, generative literature, blogs, Net Art, Netprov storytelling, interactive online poetic narratives, bots, augmented reality narratives and poetry as well AI literary and art works. This course also addresses the role of code in literary works and the role of algorithms in platforms that propagate culture, social, historical, and political events related to the Spanish-speaking world. Each digital work is analyzed taking into account its geographical, chronological, and cultural contexts to capture the voices that generated it. Due to the fast-evolving landscape of the field, the course will be updated regularly. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FS301 or FS304. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | FT220 |
| Title: | Intensive Portuguese For Students Of Spanish I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Designed for students who have completed intermediate level Spanish; uses knowledge of Spanish as the basis for rapid acquisition of Portuguese vocabulary and grammar. Learning through all four fundamental skills: speaking, listening, reading and writing; plus translation. Emphasis on phonetics (pronunciation) and verb forms, with attention to differences from and similarities to Spanish. Students will cover approximately one year's worth of material in one semester. Required work includes grammar exercises, speaking practice, writing of brief essays, conversation and formal presentations. Taught almost entirely in Portuguese. Qualifies for HumSS1 elective credit. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FS202 or permission of instructor and Dept Chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq |
| Course: | HE044 |
| Title: | Practical Writing Laboratory |
| Credits: | 0—2—1 |
| Description: | This course provides intensive, focused instruction in writing grammatically correct and rhetorically effective prose. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Recommendation of ADAA; Coreq: HE344. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Pr |
| Course: | HE101 |
| Title: | Practical Writing for Naval Officers |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The study and practice of grammatically correct and rhetorically effective expository prose, supplemented by the analysis of essays by professional writers. For students selected by English Department. [fall] |
| Requisites: |
| Course: | HE111 |
| Title: | Composition & Literature for Naval Officers |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The first in a two-course sequence. Through the study of a diverse range of essays, short fiction, and drama, students will learn the fundamentals of literary and rhetorical analysis while developing an understanding of writing as a process-from brainstorming, to outlining, to drafting and revising. Assignments will focus on crafting analytical arguments and may include personal essays and public speaking/presentations. |
| Requisites: |
| Course: | HE112 |
| Title: | Rhetoric & Literature for Naval Officers |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The second in a two-course sequence. With a focus on a diverse range of poetry and novels, students will learn how to use secondary sources and develop critical thinking and close reading skills. Engaging with multiple points of view, students will complete research projects using professional citation systems. Assignments will advance skills introduced in HE111 and may include longer essays and public speaking/presentations. |
| Requisites: | HE111 Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HE122 |
| Title: | Accelerated Rhetoric & Lit for Naval Officers |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A one-semester course for well-prepared students, satisfying the plebe English requirement. Students in HE122 learn to create original arguments about a wide range of challenging literary works. They explore the dialogue between literature and scholarship, learning to assess and employ varied modes of analysis, while also engaging with complex discussions from a variety of perspectives. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HE111V |
| Course: | HE217 |
| Title: | Ancient And Medieval Literature |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A balanced survey of the Western literary tradition and its backgrounds, from ancient Greece through the Middle Ages. Readings may include classical Greek and Roman epic, drama, and philosophy; selections from the Bible; and medieval poetry, drama, and philosophy. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HE222 |
| Title: | The Bible And Literature |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The Bible and its influence on European and American literature. Emphasis will be placed on modern biblical literary-critical methodology and on the symbolic richness of derivative literature from Dante to Nikos Kazantzakis. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HE224 |
| Title: | Literature And Science |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The interrelationships among science, technology, and literature. The course considers both the impact of science on literature and the implications of science as reflected in literary responses. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HE242 |
| Title: | Methods Of Literary Analysis |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course is designed to introduce new majors to tools of professional literary analysis through a set of focused readings. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HE250 |
| Title: | Literature Of The Sea |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Study of sea literature from the epic to the novel, with an emphasis on literary qualities, human relationships with the sea, and problems of command. [spring, summer] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HE260 |
| Title: | Literature Of War |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A multi-genre survey of war and its consequences as represented in classic and contemporary literature with an emphasis on such issues as individual responsibility, leadership, societal values, and military culture. [fall, summer] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HE301 |
| Title: | Patterns In Drama |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A study of drama, emphasizing reading, viewing, and analyzing dramatic literature and performance. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HE111 and HE112. Prereq: HE111 AND HE112 Coreq: Prereq: HE111 AND HE112 |
| Course: | HE302 |
| Title: | Forms Of Poetry |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A study in the analysis of poetic form and expression. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HE111 and HE112. Prereq: HE111 AND HE112 Coreq: Prereq: HE111 AND HE112 |
| Course: | HE306 |
| Title: | Types Of Fiction |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A study of the novel and short story with particular emphasis on the conventions, techniques, and innovations in the form. [fall, spring, summer] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HE111 and HE112. Prereq: HE111 AND HE112 Coreq: Prereq: HE111 AND HE112 |
| Course: | HE307 |
| Title: | Topics In Film And Literature |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A study of American, European, and world film in conjunction with relevant literary works. [spring, summer] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HE111 and HE112. Prereq: HE111 AND HE112 Coreq: Prereq: HE111 AND HE112 |
| Course: | HE313 |
| Title: | Chaucer And The Medieval World |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The literary and philosophical traditions of Chaucer, the Gawain poet, and other contemporaries, including early and late medieval writers from England and the continent. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HE111 and HE112. Prereq: HE111 AND HE112 Coreq: Prereq: HE111 AND HE112 |
| Course: | HE314 |
| Title: | The Renaissance Mind |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Literature and thought of the period bracketed by the two great English epics, Spenser's Faerie Queene and Milton's Paradise Lost. The course includes a continental perspective, with readings from such authors as Machiavelli, Rabelais, Cervantes, Montaigne and Castiglione. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HE111 and HE112. Prereq: HE111 AND HE112 Coreq: Prereq: HE111 AND HE112 |
| Course: | HE315 |
| Title: | Restoration And Eighteenth-Century Literature |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The literature of the period 1660-1780. Readings may include the plays, novels, satires, and poetry of such writers as Behn, Dryden, Swift, Defoe, Fielding, Pope, Steele, Sheridan, and Johnson. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HE111 and HE112. Prereq: HE111 AND HE112 Coreq: Prereq: HE111 AND HE112 |
| Course: | HE317 |
| Title: | The Romantic Period |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Literature and culture of the Romantic period in Britain from the 1780s to the 1830s. Readings may include works by such writers as Blake, Wordsworth, Coleridge, Austen, the Shelleys, Byron, and Keats. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HE111 and HE112. Prereq: HE111 AND HE112 Coreq: Prereq: HE111 AND HE112 |
| Course: | HE318 |
| Title: | Modern British Literature |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The literature of Great Britain and Ireland since 1900. Readings may include the novels of Conrad, Joyce, Lawrence, Woolf, and Lessing; the plays of Shaw, Synge, O'Casey, and Pinter; the poetry of Hardy, Yeats, Eliot, Auden, and Dylan Thomas. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HE111 and HE112. Prereq: HE111 AND HE112 Coreq: Prereq: HE111 AND HE112 |
| Course: | HE319 |
| Title: | Victorian Literature |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | British literature from the 1830s to the end of the nineteenth century. Readings may include works from such authors as Dickens, the Brontes, George Eliot, Hardy, Tennyson, the Brownings, Arnold, Carlyle, and Darwin. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HE111 and HE112. Prereq: HE111 AND HE112 Coreq: Prereq: HE111 AND HE112 |
| Course: | HE320 |
| Title: | Contemporary British Lit. |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | British Literature from 1945 to the present day. Reading may include the novels of Orwell, Greene, Murdoch, Naipaul, Barnes, Ishigura, and Zadie Smith; the plays of Beckett, Pinter, Orton, Stoppard, Churchill, and Friel; and the poetry of Larkin, Heaney, Hughes, Gunn, and Motion. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HE111 and HE112. Prereq: HE111 AND HE112 Coreq: Prereq: HE111 AND HE112 |
| Course: | HE326 |
| Title: | American Lit, 1607-1860 |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A survey of American literature including the Native American tradition from European settlement to the Civil War, emphasizing the relationship between the emerging culture and literature. Readings may include works from such authors as Bradford, Bradstreet, Franklin, Wheatley, Cooper, Emerson, Thoreau, Poe, Hawthorne, Melville, and Douglass. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HE111 and HE112. Prereq: HE111 AND HE112 Coreq: Prereq: HE111 AND HE112 |
| Course: | HE328 |
| Title: | American Lit, 1860-1914 |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A survey of American literature from the Reconstruction through the Gilded Age, emphasizing the rise of realism and naturalism. Readings may include works from such authors as Whitman, Dickinson, Twain, Howells, Crane, Dreiser, Chesnutt, Chopin, James, and Wharton. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HE111 and HE112. Prereq: HE111 AND HE112 Coreq: Prereq: HE111 AND HE112 |
| Course: | HE329 |
| Title: | American Lit, 1914-1945 |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A survey of American literature between the wars. Readings may include works by such authors as Stein, Eliot, Faulkner, Fitzgerald, Hemingway, Hughes, Hurston, Larsen, O'Neill, Steinbeck, West, and Wright. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HE111 and HE112. Prereq: HE111 AND HE112 Coreq: Prereq: HE111 AND HE112 |
| Course: | HE330 |
| Title: | American Lit, 1945-Present |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A survey of American literature and culture since World War II. Readings may include works by such authors as Ellison, Ginsberg, Lowell, Bishop, Baraka, Heller, Pynchon, Bellow, Plath, Sexton, Rich, Roth, Updike, DeLillo, Mamet, McCarthy, and Morrison. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HE111 and HE112. Prereq: HE111 AND HE112 Coreq: Prereq: HE111 AND HE112 |
| Course: | HE331 |
| Title: | Studies In A Single Author |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A study of a representative sample of literary works by a major author. Readings may also include works by that author's contemporaries. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HE112 Prereq: HE112 Coreq: Prereq: HE112 Coreq: Prereq: HE112 Coreq: |
| Course: | HE333 |
| Title: | Shakespeare |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A study of a representative sample of Shakespeare's tragedies, histories, and comedies. Readings may also include works by Shakespeare's contemporaries. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HE111 and HE112. Prereq: HE111 AND HE112 Coreq: Prereq: HE111 AND HE112 |
| Course: | HE343 |
| Title: | Creative Writing |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An introduction to the writing of prose, poetry, and drama. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HE111 and HE112. Prereq: HE111 AND HE112 Coreq: Prereq: HE111 AND HE112 |
| Course: | HE344 |
| Title: | Professional Communication |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A study of advanced methods of presenting information in a wide variety of forms. Assignments may include preparing articles, reports, and military documents. Students may be asked to design and present a persuasive or analytical speech. [fall, spring, summer] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HE111 and HE112. Prereq: HE111 AND HE112 Coreq: Prereq: HE111 AND HE112 |
| Course: | HE360 |
| Title: | Special Topics In Literature |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An open-topics literature course. Specialized offerings vary from semester to semester. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HE111 and HE112. Prereq: HE111 AND HE112 Coreq: Prereq: HE111 AND HE112 |
| Course: | HE371 |
| Title: | African American Literature |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course examines historical periods and aesthetic movements, such as orality and the protest tradition, and major figures in African American literature such as Frederick Douglass, Maya Angelou, and Toni Morrison. |
| Requisites: | HE112 Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HE372A |
| Title: | Asian American Literature |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course will introduce students to a survey of nineteenth-, twentieth-, and twenty-first-century literature written by Asian Americans. We will read short fiction, plays, novels, poetry, and graphic novels by Chinese Americans, Japanese Americans, Indian Americans, Filipino Americans, Korean Americans, and Vietnamese Americans. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HE112 Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HE373A |
| Title: | Hispanic And Latin American Literature |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The course concentrates on fiction and nonfiction works about the Hispanic and Latin American experience. Students will analyze cultural expressions, aesthetic movements, and historical periods to understand Hispanic and Latin American culture, life, and history. Readings will include the important authors and thinkers of the field. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HE112 Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HE375A |
| Title: | Native American Literature |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Native American Literature explores the stories of Native American people as told by authors and artists from across the genres of film, poetry, essays, novels, memoir, short stories, and plays. Each of the over 574 federally recognized Native Nations within the borders of the United States possesses a unique blend of history, culture, language, spiritual traditions, and stories. We explore these very different works of literary art through the critical lens of indigenous philosophies concerning orality, land, and interconnectedness. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HE112 Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HE376 |
| Title: | Postcolonial Literature |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course examines postcolonial fiction and non-fiction. Students will read novels, poetry, and other texts from the Global South to consider central questions and debates in postcolonial literature and better understand the lasting legacies of empire. Readings will include the important authors and thinkers of the field. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HE112 Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HE442 |
| Title: | Literary Theory |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A survey of key problems, figures, and texts in the history of literary and cultural thought. Required of all honors English majors. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: one 300-level English course. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: C |
| Course: | HE461 |
| Title: | Studies In A Literary Period |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | In-depth study of a limited period in literary history. For example: the Augustan period, the beginnings of Romanticism, the fin de siecle, and the 1960s in American literature. [fall, spring] ] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: one 300-level English course and permission of the department chair. Pre |
| Course: | HE462 |
| Title: | Studies In A Literary Problem |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | In-depth study of a problem that cuts across traditional divisions of nationality, historical period, or genre. For example, myth and symbol in literature, literature and science, the concept of the hero. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: one 300-level English course and permission of the department chair. Pre |
| Course: | HE463 |
| Title: | Studies In Literary Figures |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Extensive reading in the works, biography, and criticism of major figures in world literature. For example: Milton, Wordsworth, George Eliot, Dickens, Dostoevsky, O'Neill, Melville, Faulkner, Stevens, Morrison. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: one 300-level English course and permission of the department chair. Pre |
| Course: | HE467 |
| Title: | Studies In A Literary Genre |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Study in a special genre. For example, the epic, the autobiographical novel, science fiction, imagist poetry. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: one 300-level English course and permission of the department chair. Pre |
| Course: | HE503 |
| Title: | Seminar In Arts & Literature |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An interdisciplinary honors seminar concerning a special topic in literature and the arts. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C Honors English majors or by permission of the department chair; Core |
| Course: | HE504 |
| Title: | Seminar In An Advanced Topic |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A concentrated honors seminar exploring individual literary works or issues. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C Honors English majors or by permission of the department chair; Core |
| Course: | HE521 |
| Title: | Honors Supplement I |
| Credits: | 1—0—1 |
| Description: | Focused study of a topic generated in HE503. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None; Coreq: HE503. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HE522 |
| Title: | Honors Supplement Ii |
| Credits: | 1—0—1 |
| Description: | Focused study of a topic generated in HE504. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None; Coreq: HE504. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH104 |
| Title: | American Naval History |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course examines the antecedents, origins and development of the United States Navy and Marine Corps within the framework of America's growth as a continental and, eventually, global power, with particular emphasis on the development of naval and maritime strategy. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH200 |
| Title: | The Historian'S Craft |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Organized around a topic of the instructor's choice, this first of three required History Major seminars introduces 3/C majors to the intellectual and structural origins of the modern discipline of history, including subfields of history and methodological approaches. Students learn to analyze scholarly articles and monographs and to critically read and interpret original primary sources (written and visual). They also learn how to do online historical research and how to navigate traditional and digital archives. Students pose a research question and pursue a research design, including a mini-prospectus along with an annotated bibliography. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 3/C HHS major; Coreq: HH215/A/M. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | HH215 |
| Title: | The West In The Premodern World |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course analyzes the historical evolution of ethical thought and its impact upon European society and culture from Antiquity to the Enlightenment in a comparative context of world religions and values. By studying the cultural expressions of Western ethical concerns, ideals and aspirations in light of other civilizations, this course broadens knowledge of the West's global context, cultivates the development of critical thinking about human beings and their societies, and deepens understanding of the competing values, institutions, and challenges of the modern West. The course fulfills the graduation requirement listed on matrices as HH2XY. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH215A |
| Title: | Asia In The Premodern World |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course is designed to provide an alternative to HH215 The West in the Pre-Modern World. It introduces students to pre-modern Asian civilization, including China, India, Japan and Southeast Asia. This course traces the dynamic manifestations of cultural, political, military and intellectual patterns, and examines them through a global perspective. Students will study ancient Asian societies, cultures, and ethical thought in comparison with other world traditions including Classical, Judeo-Christian and Islamic cultures. The course fulfills the graduation requirement listed on matrices as HH2XY. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH215M |
| Title: | The Middle East In The Premodern World |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course is designed to provide an alternative to HH215 "The West in a Global Context". It introduces students to pre-modern Middle Eastern civilizations. This course traces the dynamic manifestations of cultural, political, military and intellectual patterns, and examines them through a global perspective. Topics include Middle Eastern ways of war. Moreover, students will encounter ancient Middle Eastern sages and their ethical ruminations not only in their own regard, but also in comparison with their counterparts in other world traditions including Classical, Asian, Judeo-Christian and Islamic cultures. The course fulfills the graduation requirement listed on matrices as HH2XY. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH216 |
| Title: | The West In The Modern World |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Focusing chiefly on the period from the 18th century to the present, this course analyzes the most significant political, social, intellectual and economic trends that have shaped contemporary societies. HH216 examines the global impact of European and American cultures over the past three centuries and explores the most important reactions to modernity in both Western and non-Western societies. In doing so, the course situates the West in a global context and prepares students to think critically and comparatively about a changing world. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH300 |
| Title: | Research In History |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | In this second of three required History Major seminars, 2/C students, building on the skills introduced in HH200, now choose their own independent topic and produce a 15-page research project proposal/paper. The proposal must propose a question/opportunity to contribute to historical knowledge based on analysis of the relevant secondary literature. The proposal also must show the project to be achievable by specifying an appropriate methodology and identifying the primary sources necessary to address the question/opportunity. Students are encouraged to further develop and complete their projects during 1/C year by enrolling in HH400B: Capstone Seminar: Research Essay. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HH200 and 2/C History Major Prereq: HH200 Coreq: Prereq: HH200 Coreq: Pr |
| Course: | HH304 |
| Title: | Historical Readings In Grand Strategy |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A consideration of the theory and practice of grand strategy from a variety of perspectives in historical contexts ranging from Ancient Greece to the contemporary United States. Midshipmen learn to frame actions and decisions in the broadest possible framework of consequences and outcomes, and become sensitive to the logic and intellectual vocabulary of policy discourse at the highest levels of statecraft. Reading, writing, and discussion intensive. |
| Requisites: | Coreq: HH216 Prereq: Coreq: HH216 Prereq: Coreq: HH216 Prereq: Coreq: HH216 |
| Course: | HH305 |
| Title: | Intro To Historical Data Analysis |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This class introduces both data science majors and history majors to the complicated but rewarding world of historical data. All data is constructed, but some data is more constructed than others, and that's the kind of data the course will focus on. In this class, students will learn how to read historical data and the arguments that can be made from it, how to create historical data, and then how to use it for themselves. We will consider questions such as the ethical use of historical data, the problems of fragmentary or biased numbers, and the power of numbers to tell a compelling visual story. |
| Requisites: | SD211 or SM208 Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH306 |
| Title: | Warfare In The British Empire |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Focusing largely on the period since 1850, this course examines the technologies, tactics, and assumptions present in the military campaigns of the British Empire. In analyzing how these things shaped military activities, the course highlights the importance of contingency to the history of warfare. By the end, midshipmen will be able to think critically and historically about warfare, understand how warfare changed over time, and reflect on the importance of military history to their professional lives. |
| Requisites: | Coreq: HH216 Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH311 |
| Title: | Athens: Military Democracy |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Examines the origins of Western democracy in 5th-century B.C. Athens. Focus is on the problems of democratic constitutions in settling foreign policy, surviving extended wars, administering foreign territories and dealing with questions of inequality at home. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None; Coreq: HH215 or HH215A. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: C |
| Course: | HH312 |
| Title: | Imperial Rome |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Study of the most successful of Western states with emphasis on models for bureaucratization, military defense and the incorporation of various ethnic groups. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None; Coreq: HH215 or HH215A. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: C |
| Course: | HH314 |
| Title: | The Crusades |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course examines the origins, developments, and legacies of medieval and early modern crusading. It focuses on disputed ideologies of holy war; the conduct and experience of crusading warfare; multiple geographies of crusading; societies that emerged from successful crusades; and interactions between Christians and non-Christians in crusading contexts. The course will present the Crusades as a phenomenon that simultaneously affected the Western, Byzantine, Islamic, and pagan worlds. At the end of the course, midshipmen should not only know the history of the Crusades, but should also be able to interrogate traditional definitions of crusading and to evaluate its resonance in the modern world. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Coreq: HH215 OR HH215A OR HH215M Prereq: Coreq: HH215 OR HH215A OR HH2 |
| Course: | HH315 |
| Title: | The Age Of Chivalry And Faith |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course will familiarize students with the world of those who fought, prayed, and worked in western, eastern, and southern Europe between about 1000 and 1350 CE. In particular, the class will focus on the development of lordship, rulership, and medieval states; power and coerciveness in the medieval countryside; the appearance and forms of medieval chivalry; the variability of medieval Christianity and the enthusiasm and anxieties it produced; encounters and conflict with religious and ethnic "others" in medieval minds and experiences; and the global aspects of the medieval world. |
| Requisites: | Coreq: HH215x Prereq: Coreq: HH215 Prereq: Coreq: HH215 Prereq: Coreq: HH215 |
| Course: | HH316 |
| Title: | Age Of Religious Wars |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Focuses on the emergence of modern civilization (1500-1763) from the discoveries and rediscoveries of the Renaissance, the sweeping changes brought by the Reformation and Counter-Reformation and the excitement of both scientific and political revolution. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None; Coreq: HH215 or HH215A. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: C |
| Course: | HH321 |
| Title: | The Rise & Fall of the Russian Empire |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course offers a survey of Kyivan, Muscovite, and Russian Imperial history from 900 to 1905, introducing students to the major themes and issues that have defined the country's past and contributed towards the formation of the Russian Empire. We will study the development of Muscovy from one of many principalities into a multi-ethnic and multinational Russian empire. The course will end with an introduction to the Revolutionary period of the early 20th century and the fall of the Romanovs. |
| Requisites: |
| Course: | HH322 |
| Title: | The Rise And Fall Of Soviet Communism |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An examination of the Revolution of 1917 and the development of the Soviet Union, emphasizing the institutions and policies adopted to meet domestic and foreign problems. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None; Coreq: HH216. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH326 |
| Title: | Ireland And The Irish |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course presents the history of Ireland from the early Christian era to the present, with concentration on the past two centuries. The Great Famine, the independence movement, and the recent "Troubles" are examined in depth. Themes include Ireland's status as Britain's first colony, the role of literature and religion in forming Irish identity, and the "diaspora" of Irish people abroad. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None; Coreq: HH216. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH327 |
| Title: | Germany And The Nazi Experience |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Focuses on the antecedents of national socialism, including the Second Reich and World War I eras, the Nazi experience itself, and the legacy it bequeathed to today's German state. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None; Coreq: HH216. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH329 |
| Title: | Modern France: Napoleon To The Great War |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course examines the history of modern France from the fall of the Old Regime to the end of World War I, known by historians as the "long nineteenth century." We will study the rise and fall of Napoleon, the development of parliamentary democracy and industrial society, and the impact of French military expansion both in Europe and the rest of the world. Midshipmen will consider how French citizens negotiated the legacies of the French Revolution and Napoleonic Regime into the twentieth century and how a century of revolutions and wars transformed France and the modern world. |
| Requisites: | Coreq: HH216 Prereq: Coreq: HH216 Prereq: Coreq: HH216 Prereq: Coreq: HH216 |
| Course: | HH330 |
| Title: | The British Empire And Its Peoples |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The British Empire from 1815 to the present. The course examines the political, economic, and cultural systems that impelled British expansion and looks at the consequences of imperial rule on both the rulers and the subjects of the empire. At its end, the course highlights the collapse of the empire and the legacies of British imperialism in the modern world. |
| Requisites: | Coreq: HH216 Prereq: Coreq: HH216 Prereq: Coreq: HH216 Prereq: Coreq: HH216 |
| Course: | HH331 |
| Title: | Art And Ideas In Modern Europe |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Explores the transformation of culture in the modern world. Examines how artists and intellectuals reacted to the long-range impacts of the democratic and industrial revolutions. Emphasis is placed on development of the fine arts in relation to pivotal ideas from 1750 to present. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None; Coreq: HH216. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH332 |
| Title: | War & Society In 18th Century Britain |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The development of Britain from the Glorious Revolution to the Battle of Waterloo. The course examines the wars fought between Britain and France in the eighteenth century and examines the political, economic, and military origins of Britain's success. In analyzing the structural basis for British success, the course highlights the transformation of Britain over the course of the eighteenth century. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None. Coreq: HH216 Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH337 |
| Title: | Topics In European History |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An open topics history course. Topics vary from semester to semester and cover a variety of specialized themes or eras in European history which are unique or too unusual to be integrated into the regular curriculum. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH345 |
| Title: | Colonial America |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Examines the ways in which three diverse cultures--Indian, European, and African--converged on the North American land mass before the American Revolution; topics include French, Spanish, and English exploration and settlement patterns, European-Indian encounters, witchcraft, religion, slavery and race, the family, political ideas and institutions, and war and warmaking. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None; Coreq: HH216. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH346 |
| Title: | Revolutionary America And The Early Republic |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Covers the remarkable transformation in American society from 1760 to 1820 as thirteen separate and distinct colonies struggled ideologically, militarily, and politically to establish a governmental and social system that would suit the needs of a large, diverse, and rapidly expanding population. The background to the Revolution, the actual conduct of the war, and the construction of state and national governments are treated in detail. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None; Coreq: HH216. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH347 |
| Title: | Civil War And Reconstruction |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An examination of the political, economic and social developments from the origins of the Civil War to 1896, including the wounding of the nation in a civil war and the subsequent reunification. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None; Coreq: HH216. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH349 |
| Title: | Emergence Of Modern America 1896-1945 |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Examination of political, social, intellectual, diplomatic and economic aspects of American history from the Spanish-American War to the end of World War II. Special emphasis is placed on Progressivism, the emergence of the U.S. as a great power in World War I, the Depression and the New Deal, and World War II. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None; Coreq: HH216. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH350 |
| Title: | United States Since World War Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A detailed examination of American history since 1945, including the onset of the Cold War in the 1950s, the domestic and foreign policy issues of the 1960s, Vietnam, Watergate and the Reagan era. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None; Coreq: HH216. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH352 |
| Title: | Film And American Society |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course explores the relations between motion pictures and the political/cultural life during the period 1930-1943. Films are studied as documents of an era and the extent to which they offer insights for historical understanding are considered. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None; Coreq: HH216. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH353 |
| Title: | American Social History |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An examination of American life and culture and the forces that have shaped them, emphasizing mass media, popular entertainment, religious movements and technological advances. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None; Coreq: HH216. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH354 |
| Title: | America In World Affairs |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Surveys U.S. foreign relations from the colonial era to recent times, focusing on America's transformation from a colony to a preeminent world power. Examines the causes and international consequences of this dramatic shift, with particular emphasis on the twentieth century--the era of America's greatest influence on world affairs. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None; Coreq: HH216. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH355 |
| Title: | Art And Ideas In American Society |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Examines the growth and development of intellectual concepts and artistic creativity in America from colonial times to the present. Emphasizes both the peculiarities of American creative and intellectual accomplishments and the place of those achievements in the broader Western tradition. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None; Coreq: HH216. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH357 |
| Title: | Topics In U.S. History |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An open topics history course. Topics vary from semester to semester and cover a variety of specialized themes or eras in American history which are unique or too unusual for integration into the regular curriculum. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH360 |
| Title: | U.S. Sectional History: The South |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Surveys the growth and development of the American South with specific attention to the plantation economy and slavery, the Confederate experience, the rise of segregation and the Second Reconstruction. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None; Coreq: HH216. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH361 |
| Title: | History Of East Asia |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An analysis of contemporary Asian problems which considers their cultural and institutional origins, their 19th-century development under the impact of western influence and their culmination in contemporary Asian nationalism. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None; Coreq: HH216. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH362 |
| Title: | History Of The Middle East |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A long-range historical approach to the Middle East's role in world affairs and the development of its cultural, political and military institutions. Emphasis is placed on strategic and diplomatic considerations. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None; Coreq: HH216. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH363 |
| Title: | Modern Latin America |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The evolution of Latin American societies from independence to the present will be studied. Analyses of social and political issues like slavery, race, immigration, popular religion, militarism, dictatorship, and revolution will be the focus of the course. Particular emphasis will be placed on Argentina, Mexico, Brazil, Peru, Chile, and Cuba. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None; Coreq: HH216. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH364 |
| Title: | Contemporary Africa |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course is an examination of Africa's history from roughly the year 1800 to the present, with emphasis on the dramatic cultural, political, and economic shifts the continent has experienced over the past two centuries. It approaches Africa¿s history through a multidisciplinary lens, by exploring the work of historians, journalists, anthropologists, and political scientists. Students will also learn from novels, memoirs, and documentaries. Overall, the objective of the course is to introduce students to some of the most remarkable transitions the continent has experienced in recent times, and to assess how Africans have responded to and developed new political and economic systems, technologies, and religious ideas. |
| Requisites: | Coreq: HH216 Prereq: Coreq: HH216 Prereq: Coreq: HH216 Prereq: Coreq: HH216 |
| Course: | HH365 |
| Title: | Colonial Latin America |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The Spanish and Portuguese conquests of and encounters with indigenous communities in the Americas including a focus on military campaigns, imperial policies, race and ethnicity, slavery, and church-state relations through the Independence Era. |
| Requisites: | Coreq: HH215x Prereq: Coreq: HH215 Prereq: Coreq: HH215 Prereq: Coreq: HH215 |
| Course: | HH366 |
| Title: | War And Conflict In Africa |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An examination of wars and conflicts in Africa from pre-colonial times to the present, with particular emphasis on the post-colonial period. Through a series of directed readings and class discussion, students examine the social, economic and political origins, nature, and consequences of violence in Africa, taking into consideration both structural and cultural factors. In addition, students learn how to situate conflicts in Africa in a global context, including the role of nations outside the continent, if any, in contributing towards both war and peace in Africa. The course will also explore, from an operational perspective, what African conflicts can teach us about the "doctrines" of insurgency, counter-insurgency, and other forms of warfare. |
| Requisites: | Coreq: HH216 Prereq: Coreq: HH216 Prereq: Coreq: HH216 Prereq: Coreq: HH216 |
| Course: | HH367 |
| Title: | Topics In Regional History |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An open topics history course. Topics vary from semester to semester and include a wide variety of specialized themes or eras in non-Western history which are too unique or unusual to be integrated into the regular curriculum. Examples of topics include the History of the Mongols, and the Balkans. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None; Coreq: HH216. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH368 |
| Title: | The Vietnam War: A Regional History |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course examines the principal events, personalities, and questions of the Vietnam War from many historical perspectives. The first is that of the northern and southern Vietnamese communist leadership. The second is that of the Americans embroiled in military, political, and social circumstances. And the third is that of the Southeast Asian people - civilians, soldiers, journalists, politicians, and novelists - who experienced the conflicts firsthand. These historical narratives provide an immediate and insightful account of how the war affected the United States and Southeast Asia in the 1960s, 1970s, and beyond. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HH104 & HH216 Prereq: HH104 AND HH216 Coreq: Prereq: HH104 AND HH216 Cor |
| Course: | HH369 |
| Title: | History And Culture Of Iran |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course explores processes of change as well as broad continuities in Iranian history and culture that have shaped this nation from ancient times to the present day. The course will examine this development through six distinct eras: (1) the culture and history of Ancient Iran, (2) the impact of the rise of Islam on Iran, (3) the Safavid era, (4) the impact of Europe on Iran, (5) nationalism in early modern Iran, and (6) the Iranian Revolution and the Islamic Republic. |
| Requisites: | Coreq: HH216 Prereq: Coreq: HH216 Prereq: Coreq: HH216 Prereq: Coreq: HH216 |
| Course: | HH370 |
| Title: | Samurai And Soldier In Japanese History |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Samurai rank among the most widely recognized yet least understood figures in world history. Spanning more than 1,000 years from the rise of warrior power during Japan's Heian Period to the contemporary transformation of samurai into global pop culture icons, this course demystifies samurai and their successors (imperial Japanese servicemen) by examining materials drawn from successive eras of Japan's past. Studying historical developments as well as real and imagined warrior traditions in Japan will enable you to develop your ability to analyze the often contradictory roles ascribed to and assumed by warfighters. In the process, this course challenges you to answer a key question: where did Japan's "samurai values" go? |
| Requisites: | Coreq: HH216 Prereq: Coreq: HH216 Prereq: Coreq: HH216 Prereq: Coreq: HH216 |
| Course: | HH371 |
| Title: | History Of Film 1895-1968 |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course examines the history of film from the first showing of motion pictures projected on a screen by the Lumieres in France in 1895. It will consider the origins and development of the film industry in the United States and abroad, the development of film techniques, the growth of the studio and star system, the introduction of sound, and efforts to deal with the rise of television. It will consider films both as an entertainment product for an international market and a source of national expression. Issues of censorship and control will, therefore, be a part of the course. (The arbitrary end date of 1968 is the introduction of the present film rating system in the United States.) [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH372 |
| Title: | The Golden Age Of Piracy |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The Golden Age of Piracy explores the figure of the pirate from the sixteenth century to today. Students learn about the differences between the "mythical pirate" familiar to today's public and the "historical" pirate of the early-modern era, and determine how and why this "real" pirate has become distorted over time. Students also learn about contemporary piracy and the role of the US Navy in dealing with this growing problem. Students augment their knowledge of historiography and social scientific theory; work with early-modern primary source materials; engage in case-studies in asymmetric, irregular, and unconventional warfare; study the evolution of privateering and naval warfare; and refine their analytical skills. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH373 |
| Title: | History Of Christianity |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course examines the history of Christianity from its origins to the present. It will pay particular attention to problems of authority and text; to the development of doctrine and practice; and to the relationship between religious and political institutions. Because Christianity grew into a global religion with a variety of forms in practice, belief, and organization, this course will also pay close attention to the inculturation of Christianity -- that is, its adaption to and accommodation of various cultures -- as it spread and developed. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HH215. Prereq: HH215 Coreq: Prereq: HH215 Coreq: Prereq: HH215 Coreq: |
| Course: | HH374 |
| Title: | Medicine & War Since 1850 |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | War remakes human lives in diverse ways: as warfare evolves, so does the variety of its physical and mental consequences. This course explores historical ties between medicine and war from the mid nineteenth century until recent times, focusing on armed conflicts such as the U.S. Civil War, World War I, World War II, the Vietnam War, and the Afghanistan and Iraq wars. Course topics include the establishment of medico-military practices and facilities, the emergence of new medical treatments and technologies, and the expansion of social services for disabled veterans. Additional, students will examine the modern-day historical experiences of not only battle casualties but also military caregivers such as medics, doctors, and nurses. |
| Requisites: | Prereq or Coreq: HH216 Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH375 |
| Title: | Japan And The Second World War |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Ever-escalating warfare gripped the Asia-Pacific region beginning with Japan's invasion of Manchuria in September 1931 until its surrender to Allied forces in August 1945. This course examines the history and legacy of Japan's long Second World War by focusing on how Japanese society experienced, interprets, and still engages with that conflict. As you trace the crisis from the heyday of prewar Japanese imperialism and through the postwar Allied occupation of Japan (1945-1952), you will study consequential events, ideas, and individuals that shaped Japan's war and determined its defeat. Then, you will turn your attention to controversies concerning how the war has been understood inside and outside of Japan during the postwar era. |
| Requisites: | Prereq or Coreq: HH216 Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH376 |
| Title: | History Of Engineering |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Examines the history of engineering since the medieval period. Topics will include the effects of national culture on engineering practice; the epistemology of engineering including case studies of engineering designs; the rise of science-influenced modern engineering; the creation of the engineering profession; the external factors that have shaped engineering and engineers; the changing nature of engineering education; engineering specialization and the practice of engineering; and the evolution of engineering culture. |
| Requisites: | Co-req: HH216 Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH377 |
| Title: | Topics In Thematic History |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An open topics history course. Topics vary from semester to semester and are often team-taught. A variety of historical themes dealing with long term developmental processes will be subjected to detailed analyses. Examples of topics include piracy, the development of national identities and the growth of capitalism. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None; Coreq: HH216. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH378 |
| Title: | History Of Technology In Peace And War |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Examines the social and historical implications of changing technology: how humans, their ideas, and the environment shaped and were in turn shaped by technological innovation. The course will devote approximately equal time to the study of civilian sector technologies and military technologies, beginning with the Middle Ages and concluding in the early 21st century. In addition, the course will review and develop student familiarity with competing theories of socio-technological change. [fall]. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None Coreq: HH215 or HH216 Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Core |
| Course: | HH380 |
| Title: | History Of Science |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | History of Science provides a survey of the history of science from the early Greek natural philosophers through the advent of 20th century "big science", with emphasis on early modern science, including the 17th century scientific revolution, 18th century Enlightenment science, and the post-Enlightenment rise of the modern physical and natural sciences. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None; Coreq: HH216. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH382 |
| Title: | Warfare In The Age Of Sail, 1500-1815 |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course examines the theory, practice, and nature of warfare on sea and land, both in Europe and European colonies, from about 1500 through the era of Napoleon. Tactical, logistical, technological, and professional developments of Western navies and armies are studied in their political, economic, social, and cultural contexts. The course particularly explores the fundamental questions: What role did Western weapons and warfare, particularly warfare at sea, play in the development of Europe's various empires and Europe's eventual global dominance? Important topics include the rise of gunpowder weapons, the "Military Revolution," the rise of national armies and navies, maritime empires, and the lives of sailors and soldiers. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None; Coreq: HH216. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH383 |
| Title: | The Age Of Total War, 1815-1945 |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Surveys the dimensions of warfare and civil-military relations from the end of the Napoleonic era through World War II. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None; Coreq: HH216. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH384 |
| Title: | Recent Military And Naval History |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Surveys the dimensions of warfare and civil-military relations from the end of the World War II to the present. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None; Coreq: HH216. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH385 |
| Title: | The U.S. Marine Corps |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The historical development of the U.S. Marine Corps is examined by tracing the evolution of its roles and missions, organization, capabilities, and institutional culture. Emphasis is placed on how the Marine Corps has perceived its role in American Society, and how it has been perceived by American society. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None; Coreq: HH216. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | HH387 |
| Title: | History Of Air Power |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course examines the military exploitation of the third dimension, and its consequent effects on warfare development in the twentieth century. The course will focus on air power technology and doctrine development globally over time and its impact on national policy and military strategy. The class will also examine how theory and doctrine were put into practice during war and will trace the rapid change in technology and its impact on air power into the 21st century. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HH216 Prereq: HH216 Coreq: Prereq: HH216 Coreq: Prereq: HH216 Coreq: |
| Course: | HH388 |
| Title: | Modern Counterinsurgency |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Insurgency and counterinsurgency are hardly new phenomena. The purpose of this course is to provide an overview of the history, theory, and doctrine of irregular warfare, with a focus on modern counterinsurgency warfare. The course will also explore factors that have influenced U.S. irregular warfare success/failure as well as introducing the concept of a globalized insurgency to prepare students for the challenges of dealing with emergent non-state entities. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HH216 Prereq: HH216 Coreq: Prereq: HH216 Coreq: Prereq: HH216 Coreq: |
| Course: | HH389 |
| Title: | History Of Hinduism |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course introduces Midshipmen to a broader history of what we call 'Hinduism', but what Indians themselves call sanatana dharma (the timeless 'duty'/'order'). Gandhian non-violence has long cast a shadow over western understandings of Hinduism, and this course explores the early development of Hinduism 4,000 years ago and how notions of henotheism, ontology, dharma, karma and ritual have evolved over time. It emphasizes the tensions between renouncing/non-violence and householders/violence in daily life, and how debates about violence permeate the traditions that worship Shiva and Vishnu. The course ends by exploring how Hindu views of their identity have changed with India's encounter with Muslim and later British rule. |
| Requisites: | Coreq: HH216 Prereq: Coreq: HH216 Prereq: Coreq: HH216 Prereq: Coreq: HH216 |
| Course: | HH390 |
| Title: | 20th Century Naval Strategy & Thought |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Across history, naval strategy and professionalism has developed through the active and intellectual writings and engagement of officers and civilian maritime leaders. Including subjects such as strategy, leadership, policy, and professional conduct, the intellectual history of navies in general and the U. S. Navy and Marine Corps in particular have been expressed through professional and historical writing. This course studies the development of that naval strategy and thought, focused on the long 20th century as a period of intellectual development for the U. S. sea services and world naval understanding. |
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| Course: | HH400A |
| Title: | Capstone: Historiography |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Organized around a topic of the instructor's choice, this seminar course provides History Majors the chance to demonstrate and further hone their critical reading and analysis skills by examining the perspectives of multiple historians on the same subject and how these perspectives changed across time. Students will discuss and evaluate the methodological choices, ideological goals, and interpretive outcomes of these historians. They will complete a total portfolio of 25 pages of writing, including a culminating 10-page final essay that advances an argument about one subfield of the topic based on primary and secondary sources. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HH200 and HH300, and 1/C History Major. Prereq: HH200 AND HH300 Coreq: P |
| Course: | HH400B |
| Title: | Capstone: Research Essay |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course provides History Majors with the opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge and skills as a historian through the completion of a deeply researched, 25-page historical paper. In a seminar setting, students will ask and answer a relevant historical question on a topic of their choosing. In the process they will address related secondary literature, demonstrate appropriate methodology, and use primary source evidence effectively with the goal of contributing to historical knowledge. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HH200 and HH300, and 1/C History Major. Prereq: HH200 AND HH300 Coreq: P |
| Course: | HH462 |
| Title: | Seminar In Advanced Studies |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Offers midshipmen with a solid base in historical studies an opportunity to pursue the discipline at a level of greater sophistication. Taught in small, intensive seminars; individual sections will engage in a detailed examination of a selected historical topic. Each section will focus on a particular event or problem in history and on the interpretative debates surrounding it. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C HHS major or permission of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | HH508 |
| Title: | Honors Colloquium |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | Students will propose, conceptualize, and refine their 1/C independent research projects. In the process, they will test different historical interpretations, and evaluate different philosophies of history. They will submit a series of short essays culminating in a precis specifying both the topic of their Honors research projects and the arguments these projects will advance. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HH507. Prereq: HH507 Coreq: Prereq: HH507 Coreq: Prereq: HH507 Coreq: |
| Course: | HH509 |
| Title: | Honor Senior Thesis |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | With the guidance of a faculty adviser, students prepare analytical research papers interpreting an historical topic of their choice. Each student makes an oral presentation of the finished paper before the faculty-student Honors Committee and external readers. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HH507, HH508. Prereq: HH507 AND HH508 Coreq: Prereq: HH507 AND HH508 Cor |
| Course: | HH512 |
| Title: | Honors Thesis Readings |
| Credits: | 2—0—2 |
| Description: | After selecting a research topic and advisor, history honors students will engage in intensive reading of primary and secondary works related to the topic. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: HHSH major. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | IT470 |
| Title: | ENTERPRISE COMPUTING |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course develops architectures and concepts for the development of multi-tier (typically 3 tiered) distributed applications for an entire organization or enterprise. This includes a user interface called the client tier or tier 1, a server component which is controlled by the organization and provides for interaction with and data collection from the user (tier 2) and a database component that stores transactions and updates client profiles (tier 3). The course teaches advanced techniques for network programming as well as server management and programming. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: (IC322 or IT340) and (IT360 or IT420). |
| Course: | NE203 |
| Title: | Ethics And Moral Reasoning |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course is designed for Midshipmen to evaluate the moral responsibilities inherent in military leadership, responsibilities that require discerning moral perception, reflective ethical deliberation, and the development of moral virtue. Recent and historical case studies are combined with insights from ethical theory in order to consider how the long history of ethical thought can best be applied to the life of a modern, professional military leader. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 3C standing. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | NL110 |
| Title: | Applied Behavioral Science |
| Credits: | 2—0—2 |
| Description: | Midshipmen examine fundamental tenets of leadership in the context of the theories and principles of individual and group leadership during their first semester. Topics include self-knowledge, self-leadership, and team leadership as well as a Brigade Leader seminar on peer leadership. Midshipmen learn about themselves as leaders through inventories such as the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, StrengthsFinder inventory, and Values in Action survey which culminates in creating a personal life mission statement. The course instructors provide relevant personal and Fleet-based examples and emphasize interactive learning. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 4/C standing. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | NL200 |
| Title: | Human Behavior |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An introduction to the science of psychology, this course covers the theories and principles of individual and group human behavior. Topics include learning, personality, social psychology, memory, human development, brain-functioning, health psychology and psychopathology. This course emphasizes research-based discoveries in the field of psychology. Students are prepared to critically evaluate behavioral science research and apply salient principles to leadership. Counts for lower level Humanities-Social Science credit. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: none. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | NL211 |
| Title: | Social Psychology |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course focuses on human behavior in the social context. How individuals influence and are influenced by groups, as well as the field of group dynamics will be examined. Emphasis is placed on research-based findings in the areas of causal attribution, social perception, interpersonal attraction, attitudes and attitude change, group dynamics, prosocial behavior and aggression. Particular emphasis is given to application in the military setting. Counts for lower level Humanities-Social Science credit. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: none. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | NL213 |
| Title: | Performance Psychology |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course starts with an examination of the field's origins, key concepts, research development, and career options. After this introduction to the field, the course explores personal factors that affect performance and behavior in sport, physical education, and exercise settings. It augments those concepts by factoring in situational circumstances that influence behavior, group interaction and processes, and the use of psychological techniques to help people perform ore effectively. Students will gain critical insights into the role of psychological factors play in performance. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: NL110 Coreq: Prereq: NL110 Coreq: Prereq: NL110 Coreq: |
| Course: | NL230 |
| Title: | Introduction To Sociology |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Sociology is the scientific study of society and the interactions among human beings. The purpose of this course is to provide a survey of the field of sociology and educate and inspire Midshipmen to examine contemporary situations that involve social interaction. Students will use sociological concepts, theories, and research to explain what is taking place, identify social threads and patterns across the situations, and determine the personal as well as the social significance of the analysis. Sociology demands that the student transcend the taken-for-granted, subjective world view and develop a sociological imagination by revealing the linkages and relationships among social facts and connect public issues to self awareness. Students will engage in the identification of common threads across social situations and determine the self and social significance of facts. The teaching and learning strategy involves reading, writing, discussions, presentations, and other active-learning, hands-on projects. Particular emphasis is placed on understanding the basics of the field, to include micro, macro, and meso applications. Counts for lower level Humanities-Social Science credit. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: NL110. Prereq: NL110 Coreq: Prereq: NL110 Coreq: Prereq: NL110 Coreq: |
| Course: | NL240 |
| Title: | Mock Trial: Intro To Trial Advocacy |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course introduces students to the basic concepts and skills of public speaking through participation in an adversarial proceeding. Students will review witness statements, experts' reports and documentary evidence and then use trial techniques and strategies to engage in classroom simulations as attorneys and witnesses. During these simulations, students will deliver opening statements, conduct direct and cross-examinations of witnesses and give closing arguments. Students will learn rules of evidence and use those rules to raise and respond to evidentiary objections made during the simulation. This class does not require participation in the USNA Mock Trial Team ECA. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | NL306 |
| Title: | Personality |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course offers an exploration of major influences on the development of personality from both theoretical and clinical perspectives. Theories covered include psychoanalytic, behavioral, cognitive, humanistic and biopsycosocial. This course addresses contemporary research and practice relative to assessment and understanding of personality traits, styles and disorders. Midshipmen will examine their own personality assets and liabilities and implications for leadership. Counts for upper level Humanities-Social Science credit. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: NL200. Prereq: NL200 Coreq: Prereq: NL200 Coreq: Prereq: NL200 Coreq: |
| Course: | NL310 |
| Title: | Organizational Behavior |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Students examine the theory and research of the contingent and dynamic process of leadership. Students refine and further develop their understanding of personal strengths, values, and growth opportunities in the context of team, group, and organizational leadership, as well as through the creation of a leadership vision and professional development plan. The course combines literature from the fields of social psychology, organizational behavior, and group dynamics to help students understand the factors that influence leadership in a military context. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 2/C standing. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | NL311 |
| Title: | Psychology Of Leadership |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This is an intensive and experientially-focused course that emphasizes leader self-analysis and skill development. Areas covered include personnel management, team development and performance enhancement at both individual and group levels. Research findings from industrial/organizational consultation, learning, motivation, social behavior, group dynamics, personality, counseling, social perception and interpersonal influence will provide the undergirding for developing knowledge, attitudes and skills which contribute to effective leadership. Counts for upper level Humanities-Social Science credit. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 3/c standing or higher. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | NL312 |
| Title: | Abnormal Psychology |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Explores the origins, symptoms, diagnosis and management of psychological disorders. Midshipmen gain an understanding of the root causes of psychological disturbance, including personality disorders. The cognitive, emotional, behavioral and cultural manifestations of these disorders are explored. Strategies for effective prevention and management of psychopathology in operational environments are addressed. Midshipmen also learn techniques for rapid assessment and triage of psychiatric crises. Counts for upper level Humanities-Social Science credit. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | NL335 |
| Title: | Armed Forces And Society |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course examines the American military as a social institution using sociological concepts, theories, and methods. The internal organization and practices of the armed forces and the relationships between the military and other social institutions comprise the field of study. To understand the armed forces and their place in society it is necessary to consider forces, past, present and future, that influence and shape the military. Counts for upper level Humanities-Social Science credit. |
| Requisites: | NL230 recommended. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | NL340 |
| Title: | Change Management |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course will explore the theories, practices and tools/techniques for managing change in an organizational environment. Applicable theories and strategic approaches to solving organization problems such as human performance technology, organizational development, and "Lean Six Sigma" will be analyzed and compared. The overarching goal of this course is to develop the knowledge, abilities and skills that will assist future Navy and Marine Corps officers to successfully implement change and transformation in a variety of military organizational environments in the Fleet. Counts for upper level Humanities-Social Science credit. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: NL310 or permission of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | NL360 |
| Title: | Culture And Leadership |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course will explore the theories and concepts of culture from multiple perspectives in order to provide future military officers with a broad understanding of the role of culture and human terrain in communities, societies and in the armed forces. Students will develop knowledge, abilities and skills that will assist future officers to successfully operate in the context of complex military environments around the globe. The course will follow a pedagogical approach of classroom theory integrated with the case study method of analysis and fieldwork conducted both on the Yard and away from USNA. Counts for upper level Humanities-Social Science credit. [summer] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 2/C standing or permission of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | NL400 |
| Title: | LAW FOR THE NAVAL LEADER |
| Credits: | 2—0—2 |
| Description: | Provide a foundational course designed to equip future naval officers with an understanding of constitutional law and the law of war, essential for effective and ethical leadership. Through in-depth analysis of landmark court cases interpreting the U.S. Constitution and a comprehensive exploration of the rules and interpretive challenges within the law of war, midshipmen will develop the ability to identify complex legal issues, critically analyze difficult legal questions, and make sound decisions within the framework of military operations. The course should emphasize the development of robust critical thinking skills, preparing students to navigate the intricate legal landscape faced by naval leaders. |
| Requisites: |
| Course: | NL400X |
| Title: | Law For The Naval Leader |
| Credits: | 2—0—2 |
| Description: | Provide a foundational course designed to equip future naval officers with an understanding of constitutional law and the law of war, essential for effective and ethical leadership. Through in-depth analysis of landmark court cases interpreting the U.S. Constitution and a comprehensive exploration of the rules and interpretive challenges within the law of war, midshipmen will develop the ability to identify complex legal issues, critically analyze difficult legal questions, and make sound decisions within the framework of military operations. The course should emphasize the development of robust critical thinking skills, preparing students to navigate the intricate legal landscape faced by naval leaders. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | NL410 |
| Title: | Law Of Armed Conflict |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course will develop a basic understanding of the international law of armed conflict (LOAC), emphasizing contemporary issues facing junior officers at the tactical level. The course will acquaint students with the historical background of LOAC, examining the sources of the LOAC to include Hague Law, Geneva Law, and customary international law (CIL). The course will examine the complex issues on today's battlefield to include conflict status and individual status, targeting and the use of force, and detention operations. Counts for upper level Humanities-Social Science credit. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C or 2/C standing. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | NL411 |
| Title: | Human Factors In Combat |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course examines the realities of human factors associated with crisis, sustained operations, and combat. It seeks to prepare midshipmen for command with an in-depth analysis that specifically focuses on the human and intellectual rigors of modern warfare. We will examine first-hand accounts of combat in many different wars as well as samples of significant fictional writings on combat. The course will begin with an examination of such factors as fatigue, uncertainty, stress, spirituality, morale, and cohesion. We will consider how these affect success or failure in warfare. Midshipmen will develop an appreciation of the human reaction to the mental and physical demands of combat at the various levels of command--from the individual soldier to command and major command. The course will use several case studies as well as speakers with firsthand combat experience. Upon completion Midshipmen will have a sense of those factors that affect performance under combat and adverse conditions and how they can better prepare themselves for leadership roles. LEARNING OUTCOMES: This course has several learning outcomes By the end of the course, students will be able to identify factors that influence human beings while undergoing the rigors and trauma of combat. Second, students will also be able to explain the human reaction to the mental and physical demands of combat at the various levels of command. Consequently, students will be able to analyze "officership" -- the special role of the officer in combat who must manage the same very human stresses as those he or she leads. The course will be conducted in the format of a graduate seminar. As a result, all students are expected to contribute regularly to the discussion, challenge assumptions, and lead portions of the discourse. SCOPE. The scope of the course will largely be 20th century experiences in combat. We will, however, examine firsthand accounts from earlier limes. These will serve to underscore the point that d |
| Requisites: | Prereq: NL110, NE203. Coreq: NL310. Prereq: NL110 AND NE203 Coreq: NL310 OR NL31 |
| Course: | NL420 |
| Title: | Communicating As A Leader |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course examines how leaders use verbal, nonverbal, written, and visual communications to convey their vision and influence both their seniors and subordinates. The students will study interpersonal communication theory, analyze the communications techniques and styles of historical leaders, interact with guest speakers, assess technological aids to communication, and gain practical experience through assigned projects. Counts for upper level Humanities-Social Science credit. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: NL310. Prereq: NL310 Coreq: Prereq: NL310 Coreq: Prereq: NL310 Coreq: |
| Course: | NL425 |
| Title: | Engineering Leadership |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The purpose of this course is to study the concepts and context of leadership in the technical and industrial environment. The course combines lecture, readings about technical leadership, and real-world case studies. Programs such as Apollo, the Joint Strike Fighter, the Vision for Space Exploration, and significant failures of major engineering programs will be analyzed from the technical leadership perspective. This course will illustrate how management of such complex technological programs requires the melding of technical expertise, organizational theory, and leadership. The subject matter has relevance for military leaders as they are increasingly being called upon to lead and manage in technical and industrial environments. Counts for upper level humanities-social science credit. [fall, spring] Spring offering will have preference to 2C. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1C or 2C Engineering major or Dept Chair approval. Prereq: Coreq: Prere |
| Course: | NL430 |
| Title: | Leadership In Groups And Organizations |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course investigates models of leadership drawn from military sociology and organizational behavior. It provides an overview of the critical scholarship on how large, complex, formal organizations like the Navy function and examines the leadership process within such organizations. Topics include group formation and performance, organizational culture and change from the perspective of junior leaders, and the challenges and imperatives of leadership under changing organizational circumstances. Counts for upper level Humanities-Social Science credit. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | NL435 |
| Title: | Peace War And Social Conflict |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This upper division course examines the social and military aspects of war and peace. Using sociological theories, concepts and methods the course considers, at the macro level of analysis, war and combat as social conflict (origins and causes, events and processes, effects and outcomes). At the meso-level of analysis, the course addresses the dynamic effects of social structure in the processes of war, combat and peace. While the Modern Western experience occupies a considerable section of the course, non-Western analyses of war and peace, as well as other forms of social conflict and resolution are introduced. Counts for upper level Humanities-Social Science credit. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C standing. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | NN210 |
| Title: | Basic Navigation |
| Credits: | 1—2—2 |
| Description: | A comprehensive introduction to basic navigation concepts, voyage planning, and contact tracking on maneuvering boards. The course objective is to develop skills in the practical uses of the navigation chart. Midshipmen are introduced to the nautical chart format and associated plotting tools and techniques, learning the concepts of chart coordinates by measuring and calculating distances, times, directions, and speeds. Navigation rules and maneuvering boards from NS101 are reinforced. 108 foot Yard Patrol (YP) craft provide hands-on experience for navigating in and out of harbors. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: NS101 (3/C standing). Prereq: NS101 Coreq: Prereq: NS101 Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | NN210R |
| Title: | Basic Navigation (Recitation Only) |
| Credits: | 1—0—1 |
| Description: | A comprehensive introduction to basic navigation concepts, voyage planning, and contact tracking on maneuvering boards. The course objective is to develop skills in the practical uses of the navigation chart. Midshipmen are introduced to the nautical chart format and associated plotting tools and techniques, learning the concepts of chart coordinates by measuring and calculating distances, times, directions, and speeds. Navigation rules and maneuvering boards from NS101 are reinforced. 108 foot Yard Patrol (YP) craft provide hands-on experience for navigating in and out of harbors. This is the recitation portion of the course and the lab portion (NN210L) must be completed to receive full credit for the course. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: NS101 (3/C standing). Prereq: NS101 Coreq: Prereq: NS101 Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | NN220 |
| Title: | Navigation And Piloting |
| Credits: | 1—3—2 |
| Description: | A comprehensive introduction to basic navigation concepts, celestial navigation, and voyage planning. The course objective is to develop skills in the practical uses of the navigation chart, electronic navigation systems, and STELLA. Yard Patrol (YP) Craft will provide hands-on experience for both paper plotting and electronic navigation in and out of the harbor. Navigation Seamanship will be reinforced. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: NS101 & 3C standing Prereq: NS101 Coreq: Prereq: NS101 Coreq: Prereq: NS |
| Course: | NN310 |
| Title: | Advanced Navigation |
| Credits: | 1—2—2 |
| Description: | A comprehensive introduction to electronic and celestial navigation topics. Midshipmen will use Navy approved systems such as Voyage Manage System (VMS) and STELLA for hands-on learning during labs. This course will build upon the foundation of navigation and seamanship skills established in NS101 and NN210, reinforcing and expanding upon topics such as voyage planning, time zones, Rules of the Road, maneuvering boards, and Bridge Resource Management. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: NN210 and 2C standing. Prereq: NN210 Coreq: Prereq: NN210 Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | NP230 |
| Title: | Introduction To Philosophy |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An introduction to philosophy through close study of one or more classic works of philosophy, with an emphasis on examining philosophical conceptions of leadership. In recent semesters, these have included Plato's Republic (and other dialogues of Plato), Descartes' Meditations on First Philosophy, Kant's Prolegomena to any Future Metaphysics and historical essays (including "Perpetual Peace"), Nietzsche's Beyond Good and Evil, and selections of essays on political and military leadership by Plutarch, Machiavelli, Locke, Hegel, Kierkegaard, and other modern and contemporary philosophers. The emphasis of the course is on careful reading and analysis of the text, and on seminar discussion among the class participants (what Plato described as "dialectic" and reckoned in the Republic to be among the chief prerequisites for sound military and political leadership), together with several substantial writing assignments, and written mid-term and final examinations. Counts for lower level Humanities-Social Science credit. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None; Coreq: NE203. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | NP232 |
| Title: | Military Ethics: The Code Of The Warrior |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Why do warriors fight? How do they fight? What should bring a warrior honor? What should bring them shame? What is really worth dying for? There have been special warrior cultures in countless societies across the globe, through every era in history. Were these warriors just killers, or did they have their own unique codes of behavior? This course explores several warrior traditions: the Ancient Greeks, the Vikings, the Romans, the Celts, Knights and Chivalry, African Tribesmen, Native American Warriors, Chinese Warrior Monks, Japanese Samurai, and 20th Century warriors, and applies the lessons of their experience and warrior philosophy to the task of creating the ideal code for warriors of the new millennium. Counts for lower level Humanities-Social Science credit. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | NP240 |
| Title: | Philosophy At The Movies |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course will examine perennial problems or themes in the history of philosophy through the medium of films. Topics we will explore: skepticism, personal identity, philosophy of mind, relativism, utilitarian and deontological ethics, the meaning of life, and the problem of evil. Counts for lower level Humanities-Social Science credit. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: NE203 or 2/C standing. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | NP250 |
| Title: | Logic And Critical Thinking |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | First-rate officers need to be first-rate critical thinkers. Indeed, critical thinking is near the top of any list of skills needed for personal success, independence, self-understanding, and fulfillment in life. The primary objective of this course is to impart a functional ability to reason well--to improve your analytical skills and instincts (and thereby also your reading and writing skills), and to enhance your credibility as you demonstrate to others that you understand how reasoning works and that you can think rigorously, clearly, transparently, and self-critically. The course will develop your abilities to comprehend, analyze, and evaluate others' arguments, and to create strong arguments of your own. Counts for lower level Humanities-Social Science credit. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 3/C or higher Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | NP336 |
| Title: | Philosophy Of Religion |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course provides a focused introduction to philosophical questions that arise about religion and in the pursuit of religious ideals. Whether you are a person of strong faith from any religious tradition or an agnostic or an atheist, you will enjoy investigating and debating questions and topics such as these: Arguments for the Existence of God, Do Miracles Occur?, What is the Source of Evil?, What Happens When We Die?, Faith and Reason, Faith and scientific Knowledge, Religious Pluralism, and the Relationship Between Religion and Ethics. One way or another, these issues affect us all. Counts for Humanities-Social Science credit. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C or 2/C or permission of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: C |
| Course: | NP340 |
| Title: | Philosophy Of Science |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Everyone learns science from textbooks and tried-and-true lab experiments, but do you know how scientists really work? How they decide to count only certain things as "facts," and to regard only certain theories as "knowledge"? How they struggle to eliminate the subjective factor that is present in all human inquiry, in order to discover objective truths? In this course, you will examine these intriguing issues by reading some classic works of philosophers, historians, and sociologists of science; by comparing the processes of knowledge-generation in science with the analogous processes in other fields and in everyday life; and by studying specific current instances where the scientific information available to the public seems inadequate for enlightened decision-making. Leave behind the popular myths and stereotypes about scientists, and find out how their world really works! (*required for all General Science majors) Counts for Humanities-Social Science credit. [fall, spring] Priority enrollment for SGS Majors. Non-SGS majors above the course max (20) will be disenrolled. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C or 2/C or permission of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: C |
| Course: | NP350 |
| Title: | Philosopher And Fighter Pilot |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course will examine the story of Jim Stockdale's experiences as a POW during the Vietnam War, along with philosophical and ethical themese explored by Admiral Stockdale in his extensive body of published and unpublished works. We will read his books In Love and War, Thoughts of a Philosophical Fighter Pilot, and A Vietnam Experience: Ten Years of Refletion. We will also use other unpublished works, including his Confinement Summary, which was transcribed from extensive debriefs upon his return from Hanoi, audio and video recordings of Amiral Stockdale. In addition, the course will have a healthy serving of supporting philosophical and ethical readings, ranging from Epictetus' Enchiridion and Discourses, selections from Plato's dialogues, Victor Frankl's Man's Search for Meaning, Kant, Popper, Michael Walzer, Marx and Lenin, among others. |
| Requisites: | NE203 Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | NP410 |
| Title: | Philosophy Of War |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course will begin with a careful philosophical analysis of the concept of war and then proceed to a critical investigation of its moral permissibility. In so doing, we will consider such questions as: what distinguishes war from other forms of violence and coercion; whether offensive or defensive wars are ever justified; whether the use of military force for humanitarian ends is legitimate; what weapons, tactics and strategies may be employed in fighting a war, and against whom may such weapons, tactics and strategies be used? Counts for upper level Humanities-Social Science credit. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: NE203. Prereq: NE203 Coreq: Prereq: NE203 Coreq: Prereq: NE203 Coreq: |
| Course: | NP420 |
| Title: | Phil Foundations Of Liberty |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Most of us believe that liberty is an important value. Indeed, many of us believe that it is the most important moral value. But we often do so without stopping to consider what liberty is and why we think it is so important. For example, is liberty the absence of something (interference) or the presence of something (control); is liberty something one necessarily wants more of or are there times when one might want less; can constraints on one's liberty be liberating or are they always limiting; should one be permitted to give up one's liberty or should one be forced to be free; does a commitment to individual liberty require a commitment to free markets or is a commitment to individual liberty compatible with other types of economic arrangements? Furthermore, what is the relationship between liberty and other things we value such as justice, equality, security, community, happiness and responsibility? Through the reading of classical and contemporary texts, this course will examine these and other related questions, not with the intent of achieving a final resolution, but rather with the intent of providing the student with a framework to thoughtfully consider and evaluate the relevant philosophical and moral issues. Emphasis throughout will be on class participation together with weekly writing assignments. Both a written mid-term and final examination will be given. Counts for upper level Humanities-Social Science credit. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: NE203. Prereq: NE203 Coreq: Prereq: NE203 Coreq: Prereq: NE203 Coreq: |
| Course: | NP430 |
| Title: | Ethics And Irregular Warfare |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The War on Terror has seen American personnel resorting to the nightmare palette of harsh responses to terrorism and insurgency: assassination, torture, secret detention, military tribunal. This course will seek answers to the moral questions occasioned by the last decade of war. How can a state justly fight non-state actors employing terrorism and suicide attacks? Can there be a just insurgency? How can terrorism suspects be interrogated in a morally upright manner? Does torture work? Should irregular fighters like al-Qaeda operators get POW status or should they be treated as common criminals? Should they get civilian trials? Should they be Mirandized? Curriculum will include philosophical, historical, legal, and journalistic texts. Counts for upper level Humanities-Social Science credit. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: NE203 Prereq: NE203 Coreq: Prereq: NE203 Coreq: Prereq: NE203 Coreq: |
| Course: | NP440 |
| Title: | Stoic Philosophy And Leadership |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course will begin with a philosophical analysis of the Stoic claim that "Excellence is good, vice is evil, and all else is indifferent." In so doing, we will explore questions about the nature of harms, emotions, knowledge, and fate, both from the Stoic perspective as well s from the perspectives of their philosophical heroes and their philosophical rivals. Throughout the course, we consider how this ancient school of thought ought to influence one's life as a midshipman and as an officer. Counts for upper level Humanities-Social Science credit. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: NE203 Prereq: NE203 Coreq: Prereq: NE203 Coreq: Prereq: NE203 Coreq: |
| Course: | NS101 |
| Title: | Fundamentals Of Seamanship |
| Credits: | 1—2—2 |
| Description: | This course provides the basic maritime background in general ship characteristics, ship handling, and international and inland navigational rules (i.e. Rules of the Road). Includes at-sea labs on 108 foot Yard Patrol (YP) Craft and shore-based simulator labs, providing midshipmen with hands-on experience navigating in and out of harbors, ship handling, and practical application of the navigation rules. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None (4/C standing). Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | NS300 |
| Title: | Maritime Warfare |
| Credits: | 2—0—2 |
| Description: | This course provides midshipmen with critical knowledge of the maritime environment in which they will be operating and leading as junior officers. Midshipmen will develop an understanding of the organization and structure of the fleet, the integration of our Naval and Marine Corps assets, capabilities and limitations of our mission areas, and execution of maritime strategy. War-gaming will be used as a hands-on method for teaching COA development, planning, and decision making. This course will challenge Midshipmen to understand the strategic challenges the Department of the Navy faces, and how our naval force is developed and operationally employed to address these challenges. |
| Requisites: | NN220 and 2C standing Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | NS431 |
| Title: | Jo Practicum (Surface) |
| Credits: | 1—2—2 |
| Description: | This course provides information about the duties and responsibilities required of a junior officer in the surface warfare community. Instruction includes operational procedures and practical applications of leadership and management principles tailored to the surface force. Labs include training in ship-handling and bridge watch-standing skills through the use of YPs and simulators. Additionally, this course examines naval doctrine, and the operational and tactical employment of naval forces. Those entering Surface Warfare or Supply Corps upon graduation are required to take this course. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Surface Warfare selectee (1/C standing). Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | NS432 |
| Title: | Jo Practicum (Submarines) |
| Credits: | 1—2—2 |
| Description: | This course provides information about the duties and responsibilities required of a junior officer in the submarine warfare community. Instruction includes operational procedures and practical applications of leadership and management principles tailored to the submarine force. Topics include surfaced and submerged navigation, mission planning, and quality assurance. Additionally, this course examines naval doctrine, and the operational and tactical employment of naval forces. Those entering the Submarine Warfare community upon graduation are required take this course. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Submarine Warfare selectee (1/C standing). Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Core |
| Course: | NS433 |
| Title: | Jo Practicum (Aviation) |
| Credits: | 1—2—2 |
| Description: | This course provides information about the duties and responsibilities required of a junior officer in the aviation community. Instruction includes operational procedures and practical applications of leadership and management principles tailored to the aviation community. Topics include aviation training pipeline, the various naval aviation communities, squadron organization, division officer responsibilities and Naval Aviation Safety and Operating Procedures training. Additionally, this course examines naval doctrine, and the operational and tactical employment of naval forces. Those entering Navy Pilot, Naval Flight Officer, Intelligence, Cryptology, and Information Warfare communities upon graduation are required to take this course. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Aviation Warfare selectee (1/C standing). Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq |
| Course: | NS434 |
| Title: | Jo Practicum (Usmc) |
| Credits: | 1—2—2 |
| Description: | This course provides information about the duties and responsibilities required of a junior officer in the Marine Corps. Instruction includes operational procedures and practical applications of leadership and management principles tailored to the Marine Corps. Topics include tactics, techniques, procedures, organizational structure and practical applications of leadership. Particular emphasis is placed on combat and tactical decision-making to develop and enhance analytical skills and bias for action. Additionally, this course examines naval doctrine, and the operational and tactical employment of naval forces. Those entering the Marine Corps, and Civil Engineering Corps communities upon graduation are required to take this course. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: US Marine Corps selectee (1/C standing). Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | NS435 |
| Title: | Jo Practicum (Specwar) |
| Credits: | 1—2—2 |
| Description: | This course provides information about the duties, responsibilities, and challenges facing a junior officer in the Naval Special Warfare (NAVSPECWAR) community. Instruction includes operational procedures and practical applications of leadership and management principles tailored to NAVSPECWAR. Topics include command structure, capabilities, future trends, small unit mission planning, land navigation, weapons-handling and decision making. Labs include instruction in small unit tactics and small boat handling skills. Additionally, this course examines naval doctrine, and the operational and tactical employment of naval forces. Those entering the Naval Special Warfare community upon graduation are required to take this course. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Special Warfare selectee (1/C standing). Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | NS436 |
| Title: | Jo Practicum (Eod) |
| Credits: | 1—2—2 |
| Description: | This course provides information about the duties and responsibilities required of a junior officer in the Special Operations/EOD community. Instruction includes operational procedures and practical applications of leadership and management principles tailored to the Special Operations community. Labs include dive locker training, underwater training and small boat handling skills in preparation for Dive School. Additionally, this course examines naval doctrine, and the operational and tactical employment of naval forces. Those entering the Special Operations/Explosive Ordnance community upon graduation are required to take this course. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Special Operations/EOD selectee (1/C standing). Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | NS437E |
| Title: | Jo Practicum (Cec) |
| Credits: | 1—2—2 |
| Description: | A course to provide information about the duties and responsibilities required of a junior officer in restricted line and staff corps communities. Instruction includes operational procedures and practical applications of leadership and management principles tailored to the specific communities. Course material is selected to provide advanced study in the fundamentals of the appropriate service communities. Those entering the Civil Engineering Corps should take this course. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: CEC selectee & 1/C standing Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Cor |
| Course: | NS437I |
| Title: | Jo Practicum (Iwc) |
| Credits: | 1—2—2 |
| Description: | This course provides information about the duties and responsibilities required of a junior officer in a restricted line designator. Instruction includes operational procedures and practical applications of leadership and management principles tailored to the specific communities. Course material is selected to provide advanced study in the fundamentals of the appropriate service communities. Those entering Cryptologic Warfare, Intelligence, Meteorology, Information Professional, and Cyber Warfare Engineer communities should take this course. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1C standing & Cryptologic Warfare, Intelligence, Meteorology, Informatio |
| Course: | NS437M |
| Title: | Jo Practicum (Medical Corps) |
| Credits: | 1—2—2 |
| Description: | A course to provide information about the duties and responsibilities required of a junior officer in restricted line and staff corps communities. Instruction includes operational procedures and practical applications of leadership and management principles tailored to the specific communities. Course material is selected to provide advanced study in the fundamentals of the appropriate service communities. Those entering Medical Corps should take this course. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Medical Corps selectee & 1/C standing Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Pr |
| Course: | NS437S |
| Title: | Jo Practicum (Supply Corps) |
| Credits: | 1—2—2 |
| Description: | A course to provide information about the duties and responsibilities required of a junior officer in restricted line and staff corps communities. Instruction includes operational procedures and practical applications of leadership and management principles tailored to the specific communities. Course material is selected to provide advanced study in the fundamentals of the appropriate service communities. Those entering the Supply Corps should take this course. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Supply Corps selectee & 1/C standing Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Pre |
| Course: | PE101 |
| Title: | Physical Education-Boxing/Wrestling |
| Credits: | 0—1—0 |
| Description: | Boxing/Wrestling |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | PE102 |
| Title: | Physical Education-Swimming |
| Credits: | 0—1—0 |
| Description: | Swimming |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | PE103 |
| Title: | Physical Education-4c Swimming |
| Credits: | 0—1—0 |
| Description: | 4C Swimming |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | PE104 |
| Title: | Physcial Education-Personal Conditioning |
| Credits: | 0—1—0 |
| Description: | The student will be able to understand fitness as a lifelong achievement by learning how to develop their own personal fitness plan that is adaptable to different environments and based off of their current fitness level. The student will also be able to demonstrate decision making when developing a nutrition plan that will encourage healthy eating habits throughout their Naval career. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | PE201 |
| Title: | Physical Education-3/C Swimming |
| Credits: | 0—1—0 |
| Description: | Swimming |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 3rd class midshipman. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | PE202 |
| Title: | Physical Education-Personal Conditioning |
| Credits: | 0—1—0 |
| Description: | The student will be able to understand fitness as a lifelong achievement by learning how to develop their own personal fitness plan that is adaptable to different environments and based off of their current fitness level. The student will also be able to demonstrate decision making when developing a nutrition plan that will encourage healthy eating habits throughout their Naval career. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 3rd class midshipman. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | PE203 |
| Title: | Physical Education-Boxing/Wrestling |
| Credits: | 0—1—0 |
| Description: | Boxing/Wrestling |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | PE204 |
| Title: | Physical Education-3c Swimming |
| Credits: | 0—1—0 |
| Description: | 3C Swimming |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | PE301 |
| Title: | Physical Ed-2/C Swimming |
| Credits: | 0—1—0 |
| Description: | |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 2nd class midshipman. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | PE302 |
| Title: | Physical Education-Combatives |
| Credits: | 0—1—0 |
| Description: | 8 weeks of "ground fighting" and 8 weeks of "compliance and strike techniques". |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 3rd class midshipman. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | PE401 |
| Title: | SAILING |
| Credits: | 0—1—0 |
| Description: | Learn the basics of sailing, boat handling and practical navigation. Earn a sailing B-Qualification, CPR/First-Aid certification, and zodiac coxswain qualification. |
| Requisites: |
| Course: | PE402 |
| Title: | Kayaking |
| Credits: | 0—1—0 |
| Description: | |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1st class midshipman. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | PE403 |
| Title: | Gymnastics |
| Credits: | 0—1—0 |
| Description: | |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1st class midshipman. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | PE404 |
| Title: | Tennis |
| Credits: | 0—1—0 |
| Description: | |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1st class midshipman. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | PE406 |
| Title: | Volleyball |
| Credits: | 0—1—0 |
| Description: | |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1st class midshipman. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | PE407 |
| Title: | Golf |
| Credits: | 0—1—0 |
| Description: | |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1st class midshipman. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | PE408 |
| Title: | Squash |
| Credits: | 0—1—0 |
| Description: | |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1st class midshipman. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | PE409 |
| Title: | First Aid |
| Credits: | 0—1—0 |
| Description: | |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1st class midshipman. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | PE410 |
| Title: | Weight Training |
| Credits: | 0—1—0 |
| Description: | |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1st class midshipman. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | PE411 |
| Title: | Racquetball |
| Credits: | 0—1—0 |
| Description: | |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1st class midshipman. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | PE414 |
| Title: | Water Polo |
| Credits: | 0—1—0 |
| Description: | |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1st class midshipman. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | PE415 |
| Title: | Pickleball |
| Credits: | 0—1—0 |
| Description: | |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1C standing Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | PE418 |
| Title: | Advanced Boxing |
| Credits: | 0—1—0 |
| Description: | |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1st class midshipman. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | PE420 |
| Title: | Swimming Conditioning |
| Credits: | 0—1—0 |
| Description: | |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1st class midshipman. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | PE421 |
| Title: | Fitness Testing And Assessment |
| Credits: | 0—1—0 |
| Description: | This course introduces midshipmen to the components of fitness assessed in the different semi-annual physical fitness tests used by the military services. Additionally, students will learn and participate in several of the current as well as proposed alternative test events used by industry and the different military services. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C standing Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | PE434 |
| Title: | Triathlon |
| Credits: | 0—1—0 |
| Description: | |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1st class midshipman. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | PE450 |
| Title: | Introduction To Climbing |
| Credits: | 0—1—0 |
| Description: | Teaches introductory climbing techniques utilizing the artificial climbing wall. The curriculum includes lecture, demonstration and a great deal of hands-on application. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1st class midshipman. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | PE460 |
| Title: | Advanced Rock Climbing |
| Credits: | 0—1—0 |
| Description: | |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C standing and (PE350 or PE450). Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prere |
| Course: | PE462 |
| Title: | Martial Arts I - Usmc Program |
| Credits: | 0—1—0 |
| Description: | An advanced martial arts class for midshipmen who have successfully completed Combatives. The course teaches advanced martial arts techniques and leads to USMC certification as a Tan Belt. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1C and successful completion of Combatives. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Cor |
| Course: | PE463 |
| Title: | Martial Arts Ii - Usmc Program |
| Credits: | 0—1—0 |
| Description: | Offers advanced Martial Arts training, leading to belts of certification recognized by the Marine Corps Martial Arts Program. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: PE462 or approval by the PE Martial Arts Committee Chairman. Prereq: Co |
| Course: | PS201 |
| Title: | Foundations In Nutrition |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The course encompasses the study of human nutrition, incorporating biochemical and physiological aspects, and the investigation of the role of food in normal growth, development and maintenance of body functions. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SC111 AND (SC112 OR SC11 Coreq: Prereq: SC111 AND (SC112 OR SC11 Coreq: |
| Course: | SA233 |
| Title: | Intro To Operations Research With Programming |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course introduces students to several fundamental topics in operations research. Each topic will be implemented in Python. Credit will not be given for SA233 and SI268 or SY201. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SMO major or permission of the Dept Chair. Coreq: SM261. Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SA234 |
| Title: | Data Wrangling & Visualization |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | In this course, midshipmen will learn to (i) wrangle (i.e. clean and manipulate) large, messy data sets into forms suitable for modeling and analysis (in particular, operations research and statistical models), and (ii) create sophisticated visualizations of large data sets that provide useful insights for decision-making as well as further modeling and analysis. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SA233 or equivalent course in Python. Prereq: SA233 Coreq: Prereq: SA233 |
| Course: | SA302 |
| Title: | Analysis Of Naval Tactics |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | An introduction to the techniques of modeling and quantitative analysis applied to specific naval operational problems, including search and patrol, screening, anti-air warfare, mining, equipment reliability and decision rules. Does not count as a major elective for Mathematics majors. Credit cannot be given for both SA302 and SA410. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM219, SM239 or SM230. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SA305 |
| Title: | Linear Optimization |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An introduction to mathematical optimization, also known as mathematical programming. Topics include: linear optimization modeling techniques, the simplex method, sensitivity analysis, basic linear optimization theory, applications to real-world problems. Students will learn to use a set-based optimization modeling language. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM261 or SM263 or Dept Chair approval Prereq: SM261 OR SM263 Coreq: Prer |
| Course: | SA306 |
| Title: | Integer Optimization |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A second course in mathematical optimization. Topics include: integer optimization modeling techniques, branch-and-bound algorithms, basic integer optimization theory, applications to real-world problems. Students will implement and solve models using a set-based optimization modeling language. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SA305 or Dept Chair approval Prereq: SA305 Coreq: Prereq: SA305 Coreq: P |
| Course: | SA320 |
| Title: | Stochastic Modeling & Analysis |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An introduction to stochasitc processes. Topics include: Poisson processes, discrete-time Markov chains, continuous-time Markov processes, queueing theory, applications to real-world problems. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: (SM239 or SM230 or SM316) and (SM261 or SM263), or Dept Chair Approval P |
| Course: | SA321 |
| Title: | Simulation Modeling & Analysis |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An introduction to discrete event simulation. Topics include: simulation modeling techniques, input and output data analysis, model validation and verification, random variate generation, applications to real-world problems. Students will learn to use software for discrete event simulation. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SA233, Coreq: SM339, or Dept Chair approval Prereq: SA233 Coreq: SM339 P |
| Course: | SA325 |
| Title: | Cost Estimation |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Introduces quantitative methods of cost estimation analysis for DoD weapon systems, with the supporting operations research techniques of cost-estimating relationships, inflation indices, learning curves, uncertainty analysis, and economic analysis. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM239 or SM230 or SM316 or permission of Dept Chair Prereq: Coreq: Prer |
| Course: | SA367 |
| Title: | Introduction To Mathematical Modeling |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Realistic problems, often of military interest, are formulated mathematically and solved using techniques from probability, statistics, calculus and differential equations. The analysis is carried out by students working in small teams and individually. Solutions are presented in oral nontechnical briefings and in written technical reports. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM219, SM239 or SM230. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SA402 |
| Title: | Dynamic & Stochastic Models |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Investigation of quantitative analysis of decision options, including dynamic programming, decision trees, Markov chains and queuing theory. Applications to typical operations are stressed. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: (SM239 or SM230) and SM261. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Cor |
| Course: | SA403 |
| Title: | Graph And Network Algorithms |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course introduces graph algorithms for problems in network and combinatorial optimization. Topics include: minimum spanning trees, matchings, shortest paths, maximum flows and minimum cost flows. Students will also be expected to program algorithms on a computer. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM233 or permission of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SA405 |
| Title: | Advanced Math Programming |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course covers a range of advanced topics in mathematical programming. Topics include integer programming modeling, branch-and-bound methods, integer programming theory and nonlinear optimization theory and algorithms. Students will also learn to use a set-based modeling language for an advanced integer programming solver. Topics will vary with instructor. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SA305 or permission of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SA410 |
| Title: | Applications Of Search And Detection Theory |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Considerations in picking a measure of effectiveness (MOE) for use in analyzing decision options and decision criterion are studied. The focus of the course is the analysis of search and detection operations, particularly as they arise in anti-submarine operations, using probability models. Barrier detection, area search and parallel sweep operations models are developed. Additional topics in mine warfare, target coverage models, anti-air warfare, and target motion analysis may be picked for study by the instructor. Credit cannot be given for both SA302 and SA410. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM239 or SM230. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SA412 |
| Title: | Projects In Operations Analysis |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Operations research techniques are applied using student projects, case studies and visiting lecturers. Topics include current military and industrial problems. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: permission of department Chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | SA421 |
| Title: | Simulation Modeling |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Discrete simulation of systems using a simulation language. Includes random variate generation, validation and verification of simulations, input and output data analysis. Semester projects are done as part of an analysis team. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SA233. Coreq: SM339. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SA430 |
| Title: | Logistics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Investigation of techniques of operations analysis applicable to the solution of problems in reliability, maintainability, availability and inventory. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM239 or SM230. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SA433 |
| Title: | Data Wrangling & Visualization |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | In this course, midshipmen will learn to (i) wrangle (i.e. clean and manipulate) large, messy data sets into forms suitable for modeling and analysis (in particular, operations research and statistical models), and (ii) create sophisticated visualizations of large data sets that provide useful insights for decision-making as well as further modeling and analysis. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SA233 or equivalent course in Python. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Pr |
| Course: | SA435 |
| Title: | Decision Analysis |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course provides an introduction to modern theory and methods for decision analysis. Decision making under uncertainty and military applications are emphasized. Topics include decision trees, influence diagrams, the value of information and real options, risk, utility theory, and multiple criteria decision making. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM230 or SM239 or SM316 or permission of Dept Chair. Prereq: Coreq: Pre |
| Course: | SA463 |
| Title: | Topics In Operations Research |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Senior level topics in operations research. The content will vary in order to keep up with new ideas and approaches. Track elective for SMO. Breadth elective for SMA, SMAH, SMP, and SMPH. Math elective 2 for SQE. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Permission of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | SA473 |
| Title: | Ops Research In Action |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Students in this course will work on several applied operations research projects throughout the semester, based on realistic case studies. In this course, students will (i) develop a deeper understanding of what an applied operations research project entails by solving realistic problems that require integrating data wrangling, data visualization, modeling and computational techniques; (ii) improve their technical writing and presentation skills; and (iii) enhance their understanding of the modeling and computational techniques from their previous operations research courses. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SA306, SA320, and SA321 Prereq: SA306 AND SA320 AND SA32 Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | SA475 |
| Title: | Operations Research Capstone |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course is a capstone course for the Operations Research major. Students will read and make presentations on topics determined by the instructor. Each student will complete a project on a topic to be agreed upon by the instructor and student. Students will present their results in writing and orally. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C SMO Major or permission of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | SA475E |
| Title: | Research Seminar In Mathematics With Economics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Directed research on a specific topic. Capstone course for Mathematics with Economics majors. Emphasis on empirical work using computers. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C SME major. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SB201 |
| Title: | Biology For The Naval Officer |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Students will learn basic biology in the context of its applications to everyday life and their future duties in the Naval Service. Topics will include biomechanics, human performance, diet and nutrition, hormones, genetics and the human genome, genetic engineering, DNA "fingerprinting", disease, resistance and immunity. Note: Students cannot get credit for both SB201 and SB211. Students who previously completed SB251 cannot take SB201 or SB211. This course does not fulfill the biochemistry concentration (SCB). |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SB211 |
| Title: | Biology For Naval Ofcr W Lab |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | Students will learn basic biology in the context of its applications to everyday life and their future duties in the Naval Service. Topics will include biomechanics, human performance, diet and nutrition, hormones, genetics and the human genome, genetic engineering, DNA "fingerprinting", disease, resistance and immunity. Laboratories are designed to reinforce and expand upon topics from lecture. Note: Students cannot get credit for both SB201 and SB211. This course does not fulfill the biochemistry concentration (SCB). |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SB251 |
| Title: | Fundamentals Of Biology |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | This course gives students a rigorous background in the fundamental principles of biology: cell structure and function, classical and molecular genetics, and evolution. The perspective of the course is from life as a whole, with a focus on the position of humans in the overall scheme. SB251 is a requirement for the biochemistry concentration (SCB). |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SB252 |
| Title: | Human Physiology & Anatomy |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | This course provides students with a rigorous background in the mechanisms of body function, focusing on the control and major homeostatic systems of the body. Physiology is studied at scales ranging from the molecular to the whole organism, with an ultimate emphasis on integrating all organ systems. Laboratory sessions focus on anatomy and histology, emphasizing the complementarity of structure and function. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SB251 Coreq: SC225 Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SB338 |
| Title: | Molecular & General Genetics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Students in this course will study the inheritance of traits, starting with basic (Mendelian) genetics and ending with modern molecular biology. The course will examine incomplete dominance, epistasis, pleiotropy, transformation, cloning, genetic engineering, imprinting, and experimental techniques. Co-listed as SC338. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SB251 or SC335. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SB431 |
| Title: | Microbial Chemistry |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course will explore the interesting and important interactions that occur between microbes and their surroundings, including human hosts and extreme environments. Species of these "simple" organisms have evolved diverse mechanisms to combat assault by antibiotics, heavy metals, pollutants and extreme irradiation. The lab component of the class will include identifying, cultivating and testing organisms with survival mechanisms of interest. Co-listed as SC431. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SB251 and SC335. Prereq: SB251 AND SC335 Coreq: Prereq: SB251 AND SC335 |
| Course: | SB453 |
| Title: | Neuroscience And Development |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | Neuroscience and Developmental Biology is an advanced treatment of neuroscience and developmental biology that builds on both the molecular and cellular background provided in SB251 and the basic principles underlying nervous system function introduced in SB252 and applies them to topics including both somatic and special sensory modalities, initiation, execution and coordination of motor programs and the neuroanatomical organization of the pathways that control these functions. Additional special topics will be introduced on a rotating basis. The course will also use the examples set by studies performed in model organisms to elucidate the mechanisms by which normal development proceeds in higher eukaryotes with an emphasis on neural development. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SB252. Prereq: SB252 Coreq: Prereq: SB252 Coreq: Prereq: SB252 Coreq: |
| Course: | SC111 |
| Title: | Foundations Of Chemistry I |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | The first in a two-semester sequence presenting the fundamental laws and theories of chemistry. Major topics include chemical stoichiometry, periodic trends, atomic structure, chemical equilibrium, thermodynamics, nuclear chemistry, electrochemistry and kinetics. The lecture material is complemented with experiments designed to develop the student's laboratory skills. Naval applications of chemistry are introduced throughout the courses to provide an awareness of chemistry in normal Navy operations. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SC112 |
| Title: | Foundations Of Chem Ii |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | This is the second in the two-course foundations of chemistry sequence. See SC111 for a general course description. In this version of SC112, naval applications of chemistry including body armor, corrosion, nuclear power, boiler water quality, aircraft deicing, and scuba diving will be emphasized. [spring, summer] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SC111. Prereq: SC111 Coreq: Prereq: SC111 Coreq: Prereq: SC111 Coreq: |
| Course: | SC151 |
| Title: | Modern Chemistry |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | A one-semester course for the well-prepared student, satisfying the plebe year chemistry requirement. Students entering this course must have demonstrated their understanding of fundamental chemical concepts by a strong performance on the chemistry validation exam. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Placement by department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | SC216 |
| Title: | Analytical Chemistry |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course explores the theory and application of "wet" chemical methods and instrumentation in determining the chemical composition and structure of matter. Both qualitative and quantitative aspects of chemical analysis will be addressed. The theories and techniques learned in this course can be used in all branches of chemistry and will be applied in subsequent chemistry courses in the chemistry major. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SC225. Prereq: SC225 Coreq: Prereq: SC225 Coreq: Prereq: SC225 Coreq: |
| Course: | SC221 |
| Title: | Chemistry In Modern Warfare |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course will examine the science behind conventional weapons and weapons of mass destruction. The course will begin by examining high explosives and propellants by studying the structure, synthesis, and properties of these materials. The second part of the course will focus on chemical and biological agents to include history, structure, modes of action, detection, protective measures, and methods of decontamination. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SC112. Prereq: SC112 Coreq: Prereq: SC112 Coreq: Prereq: SC112 Coreq: |
| Course: | SC225 |
| Title: | Organic Chemistry I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The first of a two-semester sequence of courses focused on the chemistry of covalent compounds of carbon, the "molecules of life." Many important concepts from general chemistry (stoichiometry, bonding, structure, kinetics, and thermodynamics) are used and expanded upon. New concepts include conformational analysis, stereochemistry, reaction mechanisms and molecular orbital theory. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SC112 or SC151; Coreq: SC261. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: C |
| Course: | SC226 |
| Title: | Organic Chemistry Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This is the second in the two-course sequence in organic chemistry. See SC225 for a course description. [Spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SC225 and SC261; Coreq: SC262. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | SC261 |
| Title: | Integrated Lab I - Rxns, Separation, Purification |
| Credits: | 0—6—2 |
| Description: | This laboratory course emphasizes the theory and practice of separating and purifying chemical substances. Techniques include crystallization, distillation, column chromatography, gas chromatography, high-performance liquid chromatography, extraction, and sublimation. Identification of chemical substances based on infrared and nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy are introduced. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SC112 or SC151; Coreq: SC225. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: C |
| Course: | SC262 |
| Title: | Integrated Laboratory Ii |
| Credits: | 0—6—2 |
| Description: | Qualitative and quantitative methods are applied in the determination of the products of several important chemical reactions, including a multistep synthesis. Students also apply these methods in the analysis of simple equilibrium systems and the separation and identification of a two-component unknown. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SC225 and SC261; Coreq: SC226. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | SC311 |
| Title: | Marine And Atmospheric Chem |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An introduction to chemical processes that influence the chemistry of marine waters and the atmospheric marine boundary layer. The course will begin with the composition of seawater and progress towards an understanding of the biogeochemical cycles of important elements in oceanic systems, including the chemistry of tropospheric ozone and aerosol formation. The impact these process have on current and future naval operations will be discussed. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SC112. Prereq: SC112 Coreq: Prereq: SC112 Coreq: Prereq: SC112 Coreq: |
| Course: | SC325 |
| Title: | Advanced Organic Chemistry |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Building on the foundation of SC225-226, this course will apply fundamental topics such as stereochemistry, conformation, structure, bonding and mechanisms to advanced topics such as pericyclic reactions, heterocyclic compounds, and the relationship between structure and function of biochemically important organic compounds. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SC226. Prereq: SC226 Coreq: Prereq: SC226 Coreq: Prereq: SC226 Coreq: |
| Course: | SC335 |
| Title: | Biochemistry |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The chemical basis of life will be examined by studying the relationship between the structure and the function of biological macromolecules, with an emphasis on proteins and nucleic acids. Metabolic processes involved in energy production, storage and transformation will be studied. Biochemical signaling and biological membranes will also be covered. There will be an overview of modern biochemical experimental methods. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SC226. Prereq: SC226 Coreq: Prereq: SC226 Coreq: Prereq: SC226 Coreq: |
| Course: | SC336 |
| Title: | Biochemistry Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course will expand and build on topics from SC335, such as biomolecular structure, bioenergetics and enzyme kinetics, to cover biosynthesis of amino acids, nucleotides and cofactors; photosynthesis and plant metabolic cycles; signal transduction; molecular genetics; regulation of eukaryotic and prokaryotic gene expression. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SC335. Prereq: SC335 Coreq: Prereq: SC335 Coreq: Prereq: SC335 Coreq: |
| Course: | SC338 |
| Title: | Molecular & General Genetics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Students in this course will study the inheritance of traits, starting with basic (Mendelian) genetics and ending with modern molecular biology. The course will examine incomplete dominance, epistasis, pleiotropy, transformation, cloning, genetic engineering, imprinting, and experimental techniques. Co-listed as SB338. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SB251 or SC335. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SC341 |
| Title: | Chem Engineering Processes |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An introductory course designed to prepare students to analyze material and energy balances relative to chemical processes utilizing the engineering approach for problem-solving. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SC112, SP212, SM221. Prereq: SC112 AND SP212 AND SM22 Coreq: Prereq: SC1 |
| Course: | SC345 |
| Title: | Physical Chemistry I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course explores physical and chemical phenomena with an emphasis on thermodynamics. An introduction to kinetics is included. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: (SC112 or SC151), SP211 and SM212 or Dept Chair approval. Prereq: Coreq |
| Course: | SC346 |
| Title: | Physical Chemistry Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A continuation of SC345, with an emphasis on the quantum theory of atomic and molecular structure including spectroscopy. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SC345 and SM212 or Dept Chair approval. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SC351 |
| Title: | Chemical Structure By X-Rays |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | X-ray diffraction is the most powerful tool for determining the three-dimensional structures of molecules. This course is a practical, hands-on, introduction to modern methods of 3D molecular structure determination by X-ray diffraction. Students will learn the basics of the technique from crystal growth to final structure solution. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SC112 and SM212. Prereq: SC112 AND SM212 Coreq: Prereq: SC112 AND SM212 |
| Course: | SC356 |
| Title: | Inorganic Chemistry |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The chemistry of the Main Group elements and the transition metals are studied with emphasis on the properties, structures, and reactivities of these elements and their compounds. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SC226 & SC345 Prereq: SC226 AND SC345 Coreq: Prereq: SC226 AND SC345 Cor |
| Course: | SC361 |
| Title: | Integrated Lab Iii |
| Credits: | 1—6—3 |
| Description: | The course Integrated Lab III - Physical Principles and Quantitative Analysis examines the theory and behavior of molecules and ions in solution. These are studied in the laboratory by classical and modern instrumental methods of analysis. Quantitative laboratory technique is stressed and sampling techniques and statistical analysis of data are introduced. Experimental design and application of analytical methods to real systems is emphasized. Students apply these techniques in a laboratory analysis of their own design. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SC262; Coreq: SC345 unless waived by department chair. Prereq: Coreq: P |
| Course: | SC364 |
| Title: | Integrated Lab Iv - Advanced Lab And Seminar |
| Credits: | 1—6—3 |
| Description: | This laboratory course emphasizes the theory, structure, synthesis and characterization of inorganic and organometallic compounds through application of a number of advanced techniques. Advanced synthetic methods include photochemical, high temperature and inert-atmosphere reactions. Advanced analytical methods include magnetic susceptibility measurements, EPR, Raman and high-resolution, gas-phase spectroscopy and fast reaction (stopped-flow) kinetics. In addition, a weekly seminar that includes discussions and presentations by faculty, student and distinguished visitors provides exposure to the wide-ranging scope of chemistry. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SC3631 Coreq: SC346 and SC356 unless waived by department chair. Prereq: |
| Course: | SC412 |
| Title: | Environmental Chemistry |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Many analytical chemistry techniques can be used to learn more about the chemistry of our environment. In this course students will be exposed to specific applications of these techniques to various environmental systems (i.e. water, air, soil, etc.). Topics to be explored may include the bio- and geo-chemical cycles, the effect of military activities on the environment and the use of "green chemistry" in industry. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SC262 or SC264 or permission of the department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Pr |
| Course: | SC416 |
| Title: | Analytical Chem In Forensics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course will address the types of sample collection techniques used in criminal investigations, as well as the chemical and instrumental methods used to determine the presence of substances associated with illicit activities. Emphasis will be placed on specific forensic investigative techniques such as DNA fingerprinting, drug detection, arson investigations (petroleum residues), bombings (explosives residues) and characterization of fibers and paint. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SC361. Prereq: SC361 Coreq: Prereq: SC361 Coreq: Prereq: SC361 Coreq: |
| Course: | SC421 |
| Title: | Polymer Chemistry |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | The synthesis, characterization and physical chemistry of macromolecules, both man-made and natural, will be presented with the ultimate goal of understanding the relationship between molecular structure and physical properties. Polymer processing, fabrication and recent novel applications, including those related to the Navy, will be presented. Field trips to local polymer research and manufacturing facilities are planned. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SC226 and SC264. Prereq: SC226 AND SC264 Coreq: Prereq: SC226 AND SC264 |
| Course: | SC425 |
| Title: | Medicinal Chemistry |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course will provide a foundation in how pharmacologically active compounds (drugs) work, explore various classes of pharmaceuticals and how they are discovered and review some of the state-of-the-art research being carried out by the military to maximize combat effectiveness. Selected topics will be explored in the laboratory [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SC226 and SC335. Prereq: SC226 AND SC335 Coreq: Prereq: SC226 AND SC335 |
| Course: | SC431 |
| Title: | Microbial Chemistry |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course will explore the interactions that occur between microbes and their surroundings, including human hosts and extreme environments. Species of these "simple" organisms have evolved diverse mechanisms to combat assault by antibiotics, heavy metals, pollutants and extreme irradiation. The lab component of the class will include identifying, cultivating and testing organisms with survival mechanisms of interest. Co-listed as SB431. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SB251 and SC335. Prereq: SB251 AND SC335 Coreq: Prereq: SB251 AND SC335 |
| Course: | SC435 |
| Title: | Biophysical Chemistry |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Phenomena such as ligand binding, protein and nucleic acid folding and structure, biomolecular motion, and membrane structure and function will be studied by examining the intermolecular forces, kinetics and thermodynamics that govern them. Relevant experimental techniques will also be discussed. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SC335 and SC345. Prereq: SC335 AND SC345 Coreq: Prereq: SC335 AND SC345 |
| Course: | SC442 |
| Title: | Propellants And Explosives |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course will delve into the structural, physical, and chemical properties of energetic materials. Students will investigate the application of energetic materials to military and civilian uses and will explore methods and processes to detect and characterize energetic materials both before and after use. Laboratory experiments investigating energetic materials and their applications are planned. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SC226, SC345. Prereq: SC226 AND SC345 Coreq: Prereq: SC226 AND SC345 Co |
| Course: | SC446 |
| Title: | Quantum Chemistry |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The principles of quantum mechanics are reviewed and used to develop molecular orbital theory which is applied to the structure and properties of molecules. Modern quantum chemistry software will be used for electronic structure calculations. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SC346. Prereq: SC346 Coreq: Prereq: SC346 Coreq: Prereq: SC346 Coreq: |
| Course: | SC451 |
| Title: | Bioinorganic Chemistry |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Life is inorganic, too. Every breath uses the iron protein, hemoglobin, and every step is supported by bone made of calcium salts and driven by phosphate containing molecules such as ATP. This course will shed light on the structure and function of these bioinorganic compounds using a host of techniques such as X-ray diffraction and NMR spectroscopy. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SC335 and SC356 or permission of the department chair. Prereq: Coreq: P |
| Course: | SC472 |
| Title: | Chemistry Seminar |
| Credits: | 1—0—1 |
| Description: | 1/C Chemistry majors meet weekly to discuss ongoing research projects. Each student pursuing a research project will be expected to make a seminar presentation. Other seminar speakers may include department faculty members and researchers from outside the Academy. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C SCH major. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SC476 |
| Title: | Capstone Project |
| Credits: | 0—6—3 |
| Description: | Under the guidance of a faculty member, students in this course undertake projects that require them to bring together and apply multiple aspects of their chemistry education. Oral and written progress reports are required at the end ot the semester. [fall, spring]. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C SCH major. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SD211 |
| Title: | DATA SCIENCE & PROGRAMMING I |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | Introduction to computer programming for the purpose of implementing solutions relating to data acquisition, storage, processing, analysis, and visualization. The concepts provide foundational knowledge and experience upon which later data science courses will build. This is the first course for data science majors. Credit will not be given for both SD211 and any of: SY201, SI268. |
| Requisites: |
| Course: | SD212 |
| Title: | DATA SCIENCE & PROGRAMMING II |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | This course builds on the programming skills developed in the prerequisite course and moves the focus towards a wider software ecosystem in order to solve more complex data science tasks. Students will learn and apply foundational principles of program organization including classes and objects, interfaces, inheritance, abstraction, and decoupling. In addition, important command-line skills will be developed for data gathering and cleaning, as well as library and software acquisition and use. These principles will be utilized through high-level programming in Python to analyze and manipulate real-world data sets. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SD211 |
| Course: | SD311 |
| Title: | DATA STRUCTURES & SCALABILITY |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course is an examination of computational efficiency in representing and computing with large data sets. Students will become familiar with the use and performance characteristics of common data structures including stacks, queues, lists, trees, heaps, and hash tables. The techniques of asymptotic analysis using big-O notation will be introduced as a formal tool to understanding how computer programs scale in resource use for increasingly large inputs. A strong emphasis will be placed on developing the ability to choose the most appropriate data structures for a given computational task, and to roughly estimate the asymptotic complexity of programs with loops and nested function calls. Credit will not be given for SD311 and any of: SY301 and IC312. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SD212 |
| Course: | SD312 |
| Title: | MACHINE LEARNING |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course is intended to take the student beyond linear regression and classification models as taught in SM317. Subjects include learning theory, unsupervised learning, recommendation systems, reinforcement learning, and neural networks. Credit will not be given for both SD312 and SI470. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM263, SM317, SD311 or SI312 |
| Course: | SD321 |
| Title: | DATA STORAGE |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course provides students with an introduction to data storage methods and systems. Topics include hardware and software used to efficiently store large datasets, relational databases and data models, SQL, and applications that interact with databases. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SD212 Coreq: SD311 or permission of the Dept Chair |
| Course: | SD322 |
| Title: | HUMAN DATA INTERACTION |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | Studies the intersection of people and data. This course covers technical concepts relating to how humans interact with data interfaces and visualizations, as well as ethical questions of how humans interpret, present, and ultimately deploy data science tools. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SD311 |
| Course: | SD411 |
| Title: | BIG DATA COMPUTING |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course focuses on processing large datasets in a distributed environment, including cloud systems and High Performance Computer Centers. Topics include NoSQL systems, MapReduce, cloud architecture, and distributed frameworks. Students will gain familiarity using DoD cloud computing resources. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SD321 or permission of Dept Chair. |
| Course: | SD475 |
| Title: | DATA SCIENCE CAPSTONE |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This is a capstone course that ties together concepts from the Data Science curriculum to solve a practical problem. |
| Requisites: |
| Course: | SE201 |
| Title: | Principles Of Microeconomics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Economics is a social science that is concerned with the study of resource allocation problems. Economists are most interested in the decisions of individuals, firms, and government policy makers in their pursuit of economic objectives. This course is intended as the first in a two-part introductory economics sequence to expose students to the basic principles that underlie the study of resource allocation decisions. Key topics include the understanding of production possibilities, gains from trade, consumer preferences and choice, costs of production, market exchange, and market structure. The course also introduces the important concepts of allocative efficiency, equity, market failure, and government failure, and discusses the potential role of government policy for promoting market efficiency and addressing inefficiency and equity concerns. Midshipmen who take SE201 cannot also receive credit for FE210. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SE202 |
| Title: | Principles Of Macroeconomics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course is designed to provide you with an introduction to macroeconomic concepts and models used in economic and policy analysis. We will analyze the fundamentals of macroeconomic variables such as output, inflation, and unemployment. This course provides an introduction to the different modeling techniques economists use to understand both long term growth and the business cycle. In addition to learning the "nuts and blots" of the models, you will learn how to apply the models to understand the possible effects of Fiscal and Monetary Policy. As part of the latter objective, throughout the course you will read examples of academic scholarship to see how economists employ the models in practice. Midshipmen who take SE202 cannot also receive credit for FE210. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SE312 |
| Title: | Macroeconomics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A course on the theories of the aggregate level of income, employment and the price level. Includes discussion of determinants of economic growth, the interaction of the domestic economy with the world economy, and the formulation and impact of monetary and fiscal policy. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SE202. Prereq: SE202 Coreq: Prereq: SE202 Coreq: Prereq: SE202 Coreq: |
| Course: | SE331 |
| Title: | Economic Statistics |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | Survey of descriptive and inferential statistical techniques involving more than one variable. Strong emphasis on regression analysis and use of computers. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SE201, SE202, and (SM230, SM239 or SM219). Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Core |
| Course: | SE341 |
| Title: | Microeconomics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Theories of the economic behavior of consumers and producers, the determination of final good and factor prices, market structures and general economic equilibrium. The application of price theory to business problems and public-policy issues. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SE201. Prereq: SE201 Coreq: Prereq: SE201 Coreq: Prereq: SE201 Coreq: |
| Course: | SE401 |
| Title: | Advanced Microeconomic Theory |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Advanced topics in modern microeconomics. Topics may include dynamic analysis, risk and decision making under uncertainty, general equilibrium analysis, welfare economics, game theory and strategic behavior, principal-agent problems, collective action and social dilemmas, and rational and "irrational" choice. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SE341 and (SE331 or SM339) Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Core |
| Course: | SE402 |
| Title: | Advanced Macroeconomic Theory |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course is designed as an advanced treatment of modern macroeconomics and policy analysis. Throughout the course we emphasize the role that imperfections play in the labor, product, and financial markets in short, medium, and long-run macroeconomics. The players in the economic model - the central bank, governments, employers, employees, and financial market institutions - operate strategically within a set framework. The model that we will develop and use is a mainstream monetary macro model used in current research and central banks for policy analysis. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SE312 and (SE331 or SM339) Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Core |
| Course: | SE435 |
| Title: | Macroeconomic Forecasting |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | As a forward-looking discipline, economists use forecasting as the basis for private sector decision making. Moreover, businesses and governments forecast future revenues and costs. Macroeconomic Forecasting examines the modern, quantitative, statistical-econometric techniques of producing and evaluating forecasts of macroeconomic variables. The course introduces the fundamental techniques to analyze trend, seasonality, and cyclical fluctuations, univariate times series methods, and the development of econometric models of the economy. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SE312 and (SE331 or SM339). Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Cor |
| Course: | SE445 |
| Title: | Econometrics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Quantification of basic economic theory; multiple regression, correlation and identification techniques for the construction and testing of economic models and a study of selected alternative models of particular economic interest. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM122 and (SE331, SM339, or SM317), or Dept Chair Approval |
| Course: | SE450 |
| Title: | Game Theory |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Game theory is the study of strategic behavior in situations where decision makers are aware of the interdependence of their actions. While game theory is widely applicable in social and biological sciences, this course introduces the basic notions of game theory with emphasis on economic applications such as auctions, oligopoly pricing, and entry deterrence. In particular, the course introduces students to the fundamental problems and solution concepts of non-cooperative game theory by examining both simultaneous and sequential move games, static and dynamic games, and games with imperfect, and asymmetric information. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM239, SE341, or Dept Chair Approval. |
| Course: | SE475 |
| Title: | Research Seminar In Economics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The Research Seminar in Economics is an introduction to the practical work done by professional economists. Each student applies his/her knowledge of economic theory and quantitative methods to formulate a hypothesis in economic terms, investigate previous research in the specific topics, statistically test its validity, and interpret the policy implications of the results. As the final course in the economics major sequence, the Research Seminar helps to integrate material from several courses, introduces students to the sources of the relevant economics literature, provides practice in reading and critically evaluating quantitative research results, develops competence in use of the computer, and provides a forum for presenting and evaluating the results of student projects. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FQE major or permission of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Co |
| Course: | SE490 |
| Title: | Pre-Honors Seminar |
| Credits: | 1—0—1 |
| Description: | The pre-Honors seminar is for students interested in the Economics Honors Program. During the seminar, students will explore and develop potential topics for their Honors theses. Students will also meet with potential faculty advisers doing research in a similar area of interest. The objective of the pre-Honors seminar is for students to identify both a research topic and a faculty Honors adviser, and to submit a proposal for an Honors project to be completed during first-class year. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FQE major. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SE500 |
| Title: | Honors Research I |
| Credits: | 2—0—2 |
| Description: | The Honors Research I course provides an opportunity for students in the Economics Honors Program to conduct advanced research under the guidance of a faculty Honors adviser. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C FQEH major. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SE502 |
| Title: | Honors Research Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The Honors Research II course provides an opportunity for students in the Economics Honors program to continue to conduct advanced research under the guidance of a faculty Honors adviser. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SE500 Prereq: SE500 Coreq: Prereq: SE500 Coreq: Prereq: SE500 Coreq: |
| Course: | SI200 |
| Title: | INFORMATION TECH FOR THE JO |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | This is a hands-on lab course introducing computer programming and database management. Topics include: web programming using HTML and XHTML, structured and object oriented computer programming using a scripting language (such as JavaScript) or 4th Generation Language (such as Java or C++), and designing, implementing, and querying databases using a Database Management System (such as Access or SQL Server). The course includes a series of Internet computing and programming projects of increasing complexity. No prior knowledge of databases, web programming, or computer programming is assumed. Students may not receive credit for this course and SI250. It may not count as a SCS major elective and IT majors cannot take this course. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None. |
| Course: | SI204 |
| Title: | INTRO TO COMPUTER SCIENCE |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | Introduction to algorithmic development, problem solving and software design. Principles and concepts to provide foundational knowledge and experience upon which later computer science courses will build. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None. |
| Course: | SI210 |
| Title: | INTRO TO COMPUTING |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | Introduction to algorithmic development, problem solving and software design. Principles and concepts to provide foundational knowledge and experience upon which later computing courses will build. This is the first course for computer science and information technology majors. [fall] |
| Requisites: |
| Course: | SI211 |
| Title: | OBJECT ORIENTED PROGRAMMING |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course builds on the procedural programming skills developed in the prerequisite course and introduces the student to object oriented programming and design principles using Java. Object oriented topics such as classes, inheritance, information hiding, polymorphism and dynamic binding are presented and used to create robust, reusable, and maintainable software. The fundaments of Java are presented along with exception handling, I/O, event driven programming, simple GUIs and generics. [spring] |
| Requisites: | SI210, SI204, or SY204 |
| Course: | SI220 |
| Title: | COMPUTER ARCHITECTURE & ORG |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course introduces students to performance metrics, instruction set architectures, assembly language, logic design, memory hierarchies, and pipelining. [spring] |
| Requisites: | SI210 or SI204 |
| Course: | SI221 |
| Title: | DATA STRUCTURES |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | Data representation and information management. Dynamic memory, recursion, lists, stacks and queues. Storage structures, allocation and manipulation. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SI204. |
| Course: | SI242 |
| Title: | DISCRETE STRUCTURES FOR COMPUTING |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | An introduction to mathematical tools and concepts necessary for designing and understanding computer software and systems: truth tables, propositional and predicate logic, basic number theory, proof techniques, sequences, induction, recurrences, and basic linear algebra. Labs will involve hands-on activities to demonstrate, test, and explore the mathematical topics of the class through computer tools such as SAT solvers, modular arithmetic libraries, and recursive programs. Cannot receive credit for SI242 and (SM242 or SM342). |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM122 or SM162. Coreq: IC210 or SI204. |
| Course: | SI266 |
| Title: | SYSTEMS PROGRAMMING |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | The study of an application's interface with the operating system. The operating system is treated as an information resource, and as a facilitator for information flow between processes, including those executing on separate machines. Topics include: process management, multiprogramming, and the basic concepts necessary to understand the design and operation of computer communication networks. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: (IC210 or SI204 or permission of department chair); Coreq: IC220. |
| Course: | SI268 |
| Title: | PROGRAMMING FOR EVERYONE |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This hands-on course introduces computer programming to a general audience using Python. Students will learn basic programming skills they will be able to apply to a variety of disciplines, including social sciences, humanities, science, and engineering. Credit will not be given for SI268 and SY201 or SA233. No credit for SCS or SDS majors. |
| Requisites: |
| Course: | SI312 |
| Title: | DATA STRUCTURES |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course examines abstract data types (ADT), data structures, data representation and information management including storage structures, allocation and collection. ADTs and data structures presented include lists, stacks, queues, trees, heaps, priority queues, maps, dictionaries and graphs. Sorting and searching techniques, hashing and graph algorithm analysis are also covered. [fall] |
| Requisites: | SI242 and SI211, or Dept Chair approval |
| Course: | SI322 |
| Title: | COMPUTER NETWORKS |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | The course presents the fundamental theoretical concepts, characteristics and principles of computer communications and computer networks, and analyzes and assesses these foundational concepts with respect to network performance and network design. [fall] |
| Requisites: | SI266 or SY204 |
| Course: | SI335 |
| Title: | COMPUTER ALGORITHMS |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Presents techniques for designing and analyzing computer algorithms including divide and conquer, dynamic programming and greedy methods. Introduces classic algorithms for problems such as searching and sorting, graph analysis, file compression and cryptology. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: (SI340 or SI342) and (IC312 or SY301). |
| Course: | SI340 |
| Title: | THEORY OF COMPUTING |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course presents the theoretical foundations for computing, including the study of formal languages, finite state machines, pushdown automata, Turing machines and computability. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: IC210, SI204, or SY201; Coreq: SM242 (or equivalent). |
| Course: | SI342 |
| Title: | THEORY OF COMPUTING |
| Credits: | 4—0—4 |
| Description: | This course presents the theoretical foundations for computing, including basic set theory, predicate logic, formal languages, finite state machines, pushdown automata, Turing machines and computability. Cannot receive credit for both SI342 and SI340. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: IC210 or SI204. Coreq: SI242. |
| Course: | SI350 |
| Title: | WEB & INTERNET PROGRAMMING |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course introduces web-based application development. Topics include client-side development with HTLP, CSS, and JavaScript, server-side web development, website design, client-server model of the Internet, and web transmission protocols. |
| Requisites: |
| Course: | SI411 |
| Title: | OPERATING SYSTEMS |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The study of the operating system as a resource manager. Topics include process management, interrupt processing, memory management, deadlock handling, file systems, multiprogramming, multiprocessing, data security and protection. |
| Requisites: | (SI220 or SY303), (SI266 or SY204), and (SI312 or SY301) |
| Course: | SI413 |
| Title: | PROGRAMMING LANGUAGES |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course examines basic concepts underlying the design of modern programming languages: types, control structures, abstraction mechanisms, inheritance, concurrency and constructs for programming. This course will include programming assignments in several languages. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: (SI340 or SI342) and (IC312 or SY301). |
| Course: | SI420 |
| Title: | ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A study of the fundamental concepts and techniques in the design and implementation of functionally intelligent machines. Topics include problem-solving using state-space search, game trees, state and plan space planning, and machine learning. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: IC312 or instructor approval. |
| Course: | SI425 |
| Title: | NATURAL LANGUAGE PROCESSING |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course introduces students to Natural Language Processing, a subfield of Artificial Intelligence that studies how computers can understand human languages. This course covers algorithms to learn and interpret languages like English. It is a hands-on lab course covering topics like author identification, language modeling, information retrieval from huge datasets, email filtering, syntactic parsing, and sentiment analysis. |
| Requisites: |
| Course: | SI430 |
| Title: | COMPUTER AND NETWORK SECURITY |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course is an introduction to the theoretical and practical facets of Information Assurance (IA) to include: Department of Defense (DoD)/Department of the Navy (DoN) policies and directives, Trusted systems, Access mediation, Cryptography, Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), Information Warfare, Network security and Database security. Laboratory work will include student exercises demonstrating information assurance concepts culminating in a vulnerability analysis of given systems. [spring] |
| Requisites: | SI322 |
| Course: | SI432 |
| Title: | ADV COMPUTER & NETWORK SECURITY |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course provides an introduction to topics in secure system design, including: cryptography, operating system security, and language based security. Where the SI430 course focuses primarily on securing an existing system, this course studies how to design a system to meet security goals. Students will design and implement components of a secure system. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | SI430 |
| Course: | SI436 |
| Title: | DISTRIBUTED SYSTEMS |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Distributed systems are software systems built on networked architectures, where multiple machines are interconnected by local or wide-area networks. Many currently deployed systems are distributed systems of one type or another, including internet services and control systems used in military applications. This course will provide an in-depth introduction to distributed systems, including their characteristics and challenges, various fundamental structuring paradigms that can simplify the construction of distributed software, and analyze example systems. |
| Requisites: | Prereqs: IC211, IC220, and IC221. |
| Course: | SI440 |
| Title: | DATABASE SYSTEMS |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course offers an introduction to modern database management systems. Concepts covered include relational model, schema design, SQL, query optimization, concurrency control, and recovery. The course focuses on the design and internals of modern database systems. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: IC312. |
| Course: | SI441 |
| Title: | APPLIED DATABASE SYSTEMS |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course introduces the principles underlying Database Management Systems (DBMS) with a special emphasis on database management system structure and function when integrated with web-based database applications. [spring] |
| Requisites: | SI312 |
| Course: | SI442 |
| Title: | ADV DATABASE SYSTEMS |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course will discuss advanced issues in database systems, including parallel, distributed and peer-to-peer databases, data warehousing and data mining, XML and service-oriented architectures. The course incorporates hands-on exercises using commercial database systems and products, as well as a web-database project. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | SI440 or SI441 |
| Course: | SI444 |
| Title: | MOBILE APP DEVELOPMENT |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course introduces students to software development for mobile operating systems. Students will apply object-oriented programming and design principles in the development of mobile applications (for example for the Android operating system). Topics include application life cycle, user interface design, event handling, threads, network communication, and mobile security. |
| Requisites: |
| Course: | SI447 |
| Title: | SOFTWARE ENGINEERING |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | An introduction to the basic principles of software engineering. |
| Requisites: | SI312 |
| Course: | SI448 |
| Title: | RESEARCH SEMINAR/CAPSTONE |
| Credits: | 1—4—3 |
| Description: | This is a capstone course that ties together concepts from the information technology and computer science curriculums to solve a practical problem. These team-oriented project solutions will include the requirements gathering, analysis, design and development of a computing system involving a large, multi-layer organization using appropriate information management and computing technologies. [spring] |
| Requisites: | SI447 |
| Course: | SI452 |
| Title: | ADV WEB & INTERNET SYSTEMS |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | Web server design and configuration, search engine design and usage, web security and authentication, servlet implementations, web collaboration mechanisms, web services, and knowledge representation on the web. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | SY306 or SI350 |
| Course: | SI453 |
| Title: | HUMAN COMPUTER INTERACTION |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | An introductory course emphasizing interactive software design, development and evaluation using a human-centered approach. Topics include aspects of human sensation, perception and cognitive psychology. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | SI312 |
| Course: | SI455 |
| Title: | ADVANCED COMPUTER NETWORKS |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course provides an in-depth technical study of high-speed networking, client-server programming and applications, network firewall architectures and security procedures, and the ATM network. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: IC322. |
| Course: | SI458 |
| Title: | HIGH PERFORMANCE COMPUTING |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | A supercomputer is generally defined as a system that performs at or near the highest speed for currently available computers. High Performance Computing (HPC), is the use of parallel processing in supercomputers or similar systems for running computationally-intensive application programs. The emphasis is on efficiency at every level for optimum speed of execution. In this course, we will look at the current state of the HPC art, study the techniques used for parallel programming - using cores, nodes, and even GPUs for maximum processing power. We will write some simulations to use these HPC techniques, run the simulations on our own HPC system, and produce visualizations of the resulting data. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: IC312 or SY301. |
| Course: | SI459 |
| Title: | BINARY ANALYSIS & EXPLOITATION |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | In this course, midshipmen study in detail how programs execute at the binary level. They gain a better understanding of the compilation process and how high-level source code is mapped to binary machine code. They learn about memory organization on the stack and the heap, analyze binary executable files, learn about operating system projections, and gain an understanding of the binary exploit development process. |
| Requisites: | Pre-reqs: IC220, IC221. |
| Course: | SI460 |
| Title: | COMPUTER GRAPHICS |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | A project-based course involving basic concepts, theories and algorithms associated with producing 2D and 3D images on a raster display. Topics include graphics primitives, modeling, viewing, illumination, shading, texture, and event-driven programming using a graphics API. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: IC312. |
| Course: | SI475 |
| Title: | INTELLIGENT ROBOTICS |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course presents a survey of the concepts and theories of modern robot systems, including both manipulators and mobile robots. It covers kinematics, sensing, mapping and navigation, decision making, and learning. Concepts are applied on multiple robotic platforms. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: IC211 and (IC312 or SY301). |
| Course: | SM005 |
| Title: | Pre-Calculus Mathematics |
| Credits: | 4—1—4 |
| Description: | Basic review of algebraic and arithmetic operations, analysis of functions and their graphs, and trigonometry. This course may be required in addition to stated graduation requirements for certain midshipmen |
| Requisites: | Prereq: placement by department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | SM121 |
| Title: | Calculus I |
| Credits: | 4—0—4 |
| Description: | The first of a traditional three course sequence covering differential and integral calculus in one or more variables. This course focuses on limits and differential calculus. After a quick refresher in precalculus, this course covers limits (instantaneous rate of change, definition of the derivative), techniques of differentiation (derivatives of basic functions, product rule, quotient rule, chain rule), and applications (optimization, curve sketching, linear approximations, Taylor polynomials). |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SM122 |
| Title: | Calculus Ii |
| Credits: | 4—0—4 |
| Description: | Continuation of Calculus I. The second of a traditional three course sequence covering differential and integral calculus in one or more variables. This course focuses on integral calculus and covers antiderivatives/integrals (Riemann sums, techniques for integration, applications), separable differential equations (modeling, Euler's method, direction fields), infinite series including Taylor series, and vector arithmetic. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM121 Prereq: SM121 Coreq: Prereq: SM121 Coreq: |
| Course: | SM122X |
| Title: | Multivar Calculus W/ Review |
| Credits: | 4—0—4 |
| Description: | For those who have had a year of prior calculus study but did not validate Calculus I. Introduction to multivariable calculus topics from the first part of Calculus III with embedded review of topics and skills from first-year calculus. Participation in SM122X entails validation credit for SM131. Completion of SM122X counts as credit for SM122. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Placement by department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | SM208 |
| Title: | Data Science For Decision-Making |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An introduction to using probabilistic and statistical tools to support decision makers. Topics include: descriptive statistics, requirements for causal inference, data manipulation, data visualization and exposition, data generation via probability models, hypothesis testing and confidence intervals via resampling techniques, the Central Limit Theorem and its implications, regression for prediction and inference, additional machine learning methods, ethical issues in machine learning, and critical thinking in the context of data science. Midshipmen will make extensive use of appropriate computer tools. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM221 OR SM221P OR SM223 Coreq: Prereq: SM221 OR SM221P OR SM223 Coreq: |
| Course: | SM212 |
| Title: | Differential Equations |
| Credits: | 4—0—4 |
| Description: | An introduction to solving and applying different types of differential equations. Topics include: explicitly solving both first and higher-order differential equations; systems of differential equations using matrix techniques; Laplace transforms; numerical methods to approximate solutions to differential equations; partial differential equations via Fourier series and separation of variables; modeling physical phenomena using differential equations and interpreting their solutions, and writing well-organized, coherent solutions to problems. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM221 OR SM221P OR SM223 Coreq: Prereq: SM221 OR SM221P OR SM223 Coreq: |
| Course: | SM221 |
| Title: | Calculus Iii With Vector Fields |
| Credits: | 4—0—4 |
| Description: | One possible follow-on course to Calculus II. Topics include: describing basic curves and space motion using vector functions and their derivatives and integrals; describing basic surfaces using rectangular, cylindrical, and spherical coordinates; describing basic surfaces using parametrizations; finding partial derivatives, directional derivatives, and gradient vectors; demonstrating proficiency in relating these to the changes in a function; demonstrating intuitive understanding of the curl, divergence, and the main theorems in vector calculus (Green's Theorem, Stokes' Theorem, Divergence Theorem); classifying critical points; demonstrating proficiency in evaluating double and triple integrals in various coordinate systems; demonstrating proficiency in evaluating line integrals and surface integrals of vector fields and interpreting the results in connection to work, potential, or flux for the field; writing well-organized, coherent solutions to application problems. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM122 OR SM122R Coreq: Prereq: SM122 OR SM122R Coreq: Prereq: SM122 OR S |
| Course: | SM221X |
| Title: | Multivariable Calculus With Infinite Series |
| Credits: | 4—0—4 |
| Description: | For those who have completed SM122X. Introduction to multivariable and vector calculus topics from the second part of Calculus III and introduction to infinite sequences and series with embedded review of topics and skills from first-year calculus. Completion of SM221X counts as credit for SM221. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM122X Prereq: SM122 Coreq: Prereq: SM122 Coreq: Prereq: SM122 Coreq: |
| Course: | SM222 |
| Title: | Differential Equations With Matrices |
| Credits: | 4—0—4 |
| Description: | A more rigorous treatment of material from SM212, the course uses basic ideas from linear algebra. Intended for mathematics and quantitative economics majors. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Calculus III (SM221 or SM223); Coreq: SM261. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: C |
| Course: | SM223 |
| Title: | Calculus Iii With Optimization |
| Credits: | 4—0—4 |
| Description: | One possible follow-on course to Calculus II. Topics include describing basic curves and space motion (including projectile motion) using vector functions and their derivatives and integrals; drawing and interpreting level sets and graphs of a real valued function; computing partial derivatives, directional derivatives and gradient vectors; solving extreme value problems by finding and classifying critical points and by the method of Lagrange multipliers; evaluating double and triple integrals in various coordinate systems and using integrals to find centers of mass; and writing well-organized, coherent solutions to application problems. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM122 OR SM122R Coreq: Prereq: SM122 OR SM122R Coreq: Prereq: SM122 OR S |
| Course: | SM230 |
| Title: | Probability With Naval Applications |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An elementary treatment of the basic concepts of probability with an emphasis on naval applications. Sample spaces, discrete and continuous random variables and standard distributions. Selected topics of naval applications of probability theory such as random search, minefields and lateral range curves. Conditional probability and Bayes' theorem. Credit will not be given for both SM230 and SM239. [fall, spring, summer] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Calculus II (SM122 or SM162). Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: C |
| Course: | SM233 |
| Title: | Intro To Computational Math |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course introduces various topics in computational mathematics with a focus on MATLAB programming. Topics include basic programming constructs, computation of sequences and series, numerical integration, Monte Carlo simulation, linear algebra applications, and numerical solution of differential equations. Additional topics, selected at the instructor's discretion, may include root-finding methods, Markov chains, fractals, and PageRank computation. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: (SM221 OR SM221P OR SM22 Coreq: Prereq: (SM221 OR SM221P OR SM22 Coreq: |
| Course: | SM239 |
| Title: | Intro To Probability And Statistics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An applied study of discrete and continuous probability models. Topics include: understanding and applying basic probability axioms and counting techniques; expressing probability statements in terms of the probability mass or density function, or the cumulative distribution function of random variables; modeling phenomena and quantifying uncertainty using key distributions (including but not restricted to normal, binomial, geometric, exponential, and Poisson); computing joint, marginal, and conditional distributions and understanding correlation; performing basic random variable transformations; solving problems using basic probability inequalities, the Law of Large Numbers, and the Central Limit Theorem. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Coreq: SM221 OR SM221P OR SM223 Prereq: Coreq: SM221 OR SM221P OR SM22 |
| Course: | SM242 |
| Title: | Discrete Math & Probability |
| Credits: | 4—0—4 |
| Description: | Introduction to first order logic, set theory, proof techniques, counting principles, graph theory, matrix operations, discrete random variables and analysis of algorithms. Credit cannot be given for SM242 if credit has been given for SM342. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM122 or SM162 Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SM244 |
| Title: | Discrete Math For Ops Res |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An introduction to discrete mathematics, with an emphasis on its applications to operations research. Topics include: logic and proofs, set theory, graph theory and its connections to matrix theory. Cannot receive credit for both SM244 and SM291. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM261 or SM263 or Dept Chair approval Prereq: SM261 OR SM263 Coreq: Prer |
| Course: | SM259 |
| Title: | Mathematical Logic |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Mathematical languages, formal logic, propositional calculus and truth tables, first order predicate calculus, proof theory, axiomatic systems and model theory. Applications to logical networks and nonstandard analysis. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Calculus II (SM122 or SM162). Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: C |
| Course: | SM261 |
| Title: | Linear Algebra I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course explores the foundational concepts of linear algebra in R^n, including matrices, linear transformation, linear equations, determinants, eigenvalues, bases of vector spaces, and orthogonality. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM122 Coreq: Prereq: SM122 Coreq: Prereq: SM122 Coreq: |
| Course: | SM263 |
| Title: | Applied Linear Algebra |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The course covers: systems of equations, matrix arithmetic and factorizations, the rank-nullity theorem, eigenvectors and eigenvalues, the singular value decomposition, the discrete Fourier transform and other filters, regression, and optimization aimed at predictive analytics. Computer programming language will be used throughout the course. Credit will not be be given for both SM261 and SM263. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Calc II and SD211, or permission of Dept Chair. Coreq: Calc III Prereq: |
| Course: | SM275 |
| Title: | Mathematical Methods For Economics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Primarily for Economics majors. Presents mathematical methods for economics and associated applications. Matrix operations, simple equilibrium models with matrix methods, difference equations and growth models, constrained optimization for utility maximization or cost minimization. (Fall) |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SM279 |
| Title: | Multivariable Calculus |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An introduction to the geometry and analysis of n-dimensional space, including topics on multidimensional curves, inner products, linear functions, real valued functions, Taylor approximations, optimization, inverse function theorem, implicit function theorem, and change of variables in integration. Applications to economics and physics will be discussed. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: (SM221 or SM223) and SM261. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Cor |
| Course: | SM291 |
| Title: | Fundamentals Of Mathematics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Introduction to mathematical reasoning and the written and oral presentation of mathematical concepts, theory, and application of sets and relations. [spring] Cannot received credit for both SM291 and SM244. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Calculus II. SQE majors may not take both SM291 and SM222. Prereq: SM29 |
| Course: | SM315 |
| Title: | Intro To Partial Diff Eqns |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Linear equations, Cauchy problems, Laplace and Poisson equations, boundary value problems, heat equations, Sturm-Liouville problems, and orthonormal expansions. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Differential Equations (SM212 or SM222). Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SM316 |
| Title: | Engr Math With Prob & Stats |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Basic concepts in probability and statistics, arithmetic of complex numbers, and Fourier analysis. Credit cannot be given for either SM219, SM230, or SM239 and SM316. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Differential Equations (SM212 or SM222). Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SM317 |
| Title: | Statistical Learning |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course covers a variety of statistical learning topics, including: function estimation with data, bias-variance tradeoff, classification, linear regression, resampling methods, linear model selection and regularization, non-linear modeling, and tree-based methods, support vector machines, and unsupervised learning. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM230 or SM239, or permission of Dept Chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Co |
| Course: | SM331H |
| Title: | Honors Real Analysis I |
| Credits: | 4—0—4 |
| Description: | A proof based course covering the properties of the real line, the completeness axiom, Euclidean spaces, cardinality, topology of Euclidean, normed and/or metric spaces, connectedness, compactness, the Heine-Borel theorem, convergence of sequences, limsup and liminf, the Bolzano-Weierstrass theorem, completeness, numerical series, limits and continuity of functions, the intermediate value theorem, the extreme value theorem, uniform continuity, fixed point theorems. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: permission of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | SM332H |
| Title: | Honors Real Analysis Ii |
| Credits: | 4—0—4 |
| Description: | A continuation of SM331H. The course covers differentiability, the mean value theorem, Taylor's theorem, the Riemann integral, sequences and series of functions, modes of convergence, power series, Taylor series, Weierstrass approximation, the Stone-Weierstrass theorem, applications. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: permission of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | SM333 |
| Title: | Real Analysis I |
| Credits: | 4—0—4 |
| Description: | This course introduces the rigorous foundations of real analysis, focusing on the structure of the real number system, sequences, limits, continuity, and differentiation. Midshipmen may not receive credit for both SM333 and SM331H. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM291 Coreq: Prereq: SM291 Coreq: Prereq: SM291 Coreq: |
| Course: | SM334 |
| Title: | Real Analysis Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Building on Real Analysis I, this course explores integration, infinite series, and sequences and series of functions. Midshipmen may not receive credit for both SM334 and SM332H. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM333 OR SM331H Coreq: Prereq: SM333 OR SM331H Coreq: Prereq: SM333 OR S |
| Course: | SM339 |
| Title: | Applied Statistics I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An applied study of a variety of statistical methods used in obtaining, presenting, summarizing and analyzing statistical information. Included are strategies for data collection and presentation, and techniques of statistical inference for population, parameters based on the concepts of sampling, probability and distribution theory. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM239 and SM261. Prereq: SM239 AND SM261 Coreq: Prereq: SM239 AND SM261 |
| Course: | SM342 |
| Title: | Discrete Mathematics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course covers select topics in discrete mathematics, focusing on combinatorics (permutations, generating functions, recurrence relations, counting techniques, graph theory) and foundations and methods of proof. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM122 Coreq: Prereq: SM122 Coreq: Prereq: SM122 Coreq: |
| Course: | SM349 |
| Title: | Number Theory |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Number theory (the study of integers, in particular primes) is one of the oldest branches of math. It uses tools from algebra, geometry, analysis, and topology. Its primary application is cryptography. Topics include divisibility, primes, unique prime factorization, Diophantine equations, congruences, the Chinese Remainder Theorem, polynomials and their roots, and quadratic reciprocity. Optional topics may include quadratic forms, multiplicative functions, continued fractions, elliptic curves, Pick's Theorem, and Geometry of Numbers. |
| Requisites: | SM291 Prereq: SM291 Coreq: Prereq: SM291 Coreq: Prereq: SM291 Coreq: |
| Course: | SM350 |
| Title: | Topics In Pure & Applied Math |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Junior-level topics in pure and applied mathematics. The content will vary in order to keep abreast of new ideas and approaches. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: permission of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | SM350A |
| Title: | Topics In Pure & Applied Math |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Junior-level topics in pure and applied mathematics. The content will vary in order to keep abreast of new ideas and approaches. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: permission of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | SM361 |
| Title: | Linear Algebra Ii |
| Credits: | 4—0—4 |
| Description: | This course covers abstract linear algebra and its applications. Topics include: abstract vector spaces, linear transformations, inner products and norms, orthogonal bases, projections, singular value decomposition and other matrix factorizations. Additional topics will be chosen by the instructor, but might include: image compression, principal components analysis, applications to physics, numerical linear algebra. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM261 Coreq: Prereq: SM261 Coreq: Prereq: SM261 Coreq: |
| Course: | SM362 |
| Title: | Modern Algebra |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course provides an introduction to group theory, covering group structures, subgroups, cosets, homomorphisms, normal subgroups, and group actions. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM261 AND SM291 Coreq: Prereq: SM261 AND SM291 Coreq: Prereq: SM261 AND |
| Course: | SM364 |
| Title: | Intro Scientific Computing |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Computer arithmetic and errors; algorithms and programs for: function approximations, numerical integration, and the numerical solution of ordinary differential equations; an introduction to programming. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM361 or permission of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SM411 |
| Title: | Intro To Complex Variables |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course extends the techniques of differential and integral calculus to the complex numbers. Highlights include Cauchy's theorem on integration, the residue theorem, and power series expansions. Applications to real analysis and physical problems will be discussed. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM331 or SM331H or SM333 Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SM415 |
| Title: | Math Model Ocean & Atmos |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Mathematical Modeling of the Ocean and Atmosphere. Vector analysis, Fourier analysis, partial differential equations with emphasis on stream and potential functions, conservation of mass, conservation of linear momentum (Navier-Stokes Equations) in rectangular and rotating coordinate systems. Use of MATLAB to solve applied problems in oceanography and meteorology. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SO414 or permission of instructor. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prere |
| Course: | SM421 |
| Title: | Topics In Applied Mathematics Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Senior level topics in applied mathematics. The content will vary in order to keep abreast of new ideas and approaches. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: permission of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | SM425 |
| Title: | Advanced Numerical Analysis |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Numerical solution of equations in one and several variables, direct and iterative algorithms, rate of convergence. Computer methods emphasized. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: (SM212 or SM222) and (SM233 or MATLAB) and (SM331 or SM331H or SM333 or |
| Course: | SM426 |
| Title: | Numerical Methods For Diff Eq |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Interpolation and polynomial approximation, numerical integration and differentiation, numerical algorithms for initial value and boundary value problems. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: (SM212 or SM222) and (SM233 or MATLAB) and (SM331 or SM331H or SM333 or |
| Course: | SM435 |
| Title: | Sports Statistics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An introduction to the statistical analysis of sports data via a case studies approach. Statistical topics include linear and logistic regression, maximum likelihood estimation, bootstrapping, the multivariate normal distribution, random forests, Markov chains, and simulation. Sports topics include: player valuation, game outcome prediction, the hot hand controversy, and cheating detection. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM239 AND (SM339 OR SM31 Coreq: Prereq: SM239 AND (SM339 OR SM31 Coreq: |
| Course: | SM437 |
| Title: | Experimental Design |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This is an advanced applied statistics course focusing on the collection and analysis of data arising from either sampling finite populations or arising from scientific experiments. Emphasis is placed on simple random sampling, stratified sampling, cluster sampling, ratio estimation, randomized block designs, factorial designs, and confounding. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM339. Prereq: SM339 Coreq: Prereq: SM339 Coreq: Prereq: SM339 Coreq: |
| Course: | SM439 |
| Title: | Topics In Statistics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Senior level topics in statistics. The content will vary in order to keep abreast of new ideas and approaches. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM339 or permission of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SM444 |
| Title: | Discrete Mathematics Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Topics in combinatorics and graph theory, with applications. Latin squares, linear algebra and combinatorics, finite projective planes, topological graph theory, Ramsey theory, trees. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM342 Coreq: Prereq: SM342 Coreq: Prereq: SM342 Coreq: |
| Course: | SM450 |
| Title: | Topics In Pure & Applied Math |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Senior-level topics in pure and applied mathematics. The content will vary in order to keep abreast of new ideas and approaches. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: permission of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | SM461 |
| Title: | Linear Algebra |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Vector spaces, linear transformations, Jordan canonical form, inner product spaces. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: (SM261 and SM291) or permission of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Pre |
| Course: | SM462 |
| Title: | Modern Algebra Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course will cover groups, rings, fields, Galois theory. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM362 Coreq: Prereq: SM362 Coreq: Prereq: SM362 Coreq: |
| Course: | SM463 |
| Title: | Topics In Analyt/Discr Math |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Senior level topics in pure mathematics. The content will vary in order to keep abreast of new ideas and approaches. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: permission of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | SM464 |
| Title: | Topology |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A mathematical analysis of topological spaces, separation axioms, covering properties, and metric spaces. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM331 or SM331H or SM333 Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SM468 |
| Title: | Crypto, Codes & Info Security |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Cryptography, Codes, and Information Security investigates the mathematics of secret and error-correcting codes. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM261 or permission of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SM472 |
| Title: | Projects In Mathematics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course is a capstone course for the the mathematics major. Students will read and make presentations on topics determined by the instructor. Each student will complete a project on a topic to be agreed upon by the instructor and student. Students will present their results in writing and orally. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C SMA Major or permission of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | SM473 |
| Title: | Projects In Math & Applied Math |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course is a capstone course for the mathematics and applied mathematics majors. Students will read and make presentations on topics determined by the instructor. Each student will complete a project on a topic to be agreed upon by the instructor and student. Students will present their results in writing and orally. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C Math Major or permission of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq |
| Course: | SM474 |
| Title: | Projects In Applied Mathematics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course is a capstone course for the applied mathematics major. Students will read and make presentations on topics determined by the instructor. Each student will complete a project on a topic to be agreed upon by the instructor and student. Students will present their results in writing and orally. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 1/C SMP Major or permission of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | SO221 |
| Title: | Introduction To Oceanography |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A descriptive course designed to provide an overview of significant oceanographic factors and their impact on engineering applications. Prereq: Non-SOC majors only. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Non-SOC/SOCH majors only. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq |
| Course: | SO225 |
| Title: | Meteorology & Oceanography W/ Fleet Appl |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An introductory level course, navigable and apprpriate for students in any major of study that examines basic meteorology and oceanography and the effects of the environment on Naval Operations. Topics will include oceanographic and meteorological instruments used for measuring and monitoring current conditions, physical processes governing meteorological and oceanography fundamentals, basic forecasting principles, modeling fundamentals, and environmental information resources. The course will focus on the aforementioned topics and use the knowledge gained to better understand the environment's influence on Naval Operations as well as how to interpret, translate, and brief the impact to decision makers and operators alike. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SO242 |
| Title: | Tornadoes And Severe Storms |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A survey of large-scale mid-latitude meteorology with an emphasis on the processes that promote the development of severe thunderstorms and tornadoes. Methods for diagnosing thermodynamic instability and vertical wind shear are presented and applied to Anticipate storm morphology. Emphasis is placed on the study of supercell thunderstorms and mesocyclonic tornadogenesis. Additional topics include Doppler radar fundamentals, precipitation/hail growth, cloud electrification, and products to diagnose and predict storm evolution. Comfort applying vector calculus and physics concepts is recommended. Enrolled students may be eligible for an internship opportunity to study and observe severe convective storms on the U.S. Great Plains during May. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM221 and SP211 (or equivalents). Prereq: SM221 AND SP211 Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | SO251 |
| Title: | Descriptive Physical Oceanography |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | This course serves as an introduction to Physical Oceanography. Topics include: Introduction to Geology, Plate Tectonics, Ocean Basins, Sediments and Stratigraphy, Geodesy and Ocean Bathymetry, Properties of Seawater, Ocean Structure, Ocean Heat Balance, Conservation Equations, Equations of Motion, Geostrophic Balance and Flows, Major Ocean Currents, Density Driven Flows, Waves and Tides, Coastal Ocean, and Ocean Optics and Acoustics. This 4-credit course has a laboratory component that provides a general introduction to field methods for collecting data related to Physical Oceanography and data analysis using statistical and graphical software programs. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SO254 |
| Title: | Introduction To Meteorology |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course serves as an introduction to Meteorology. Topics include: Meteorological state variables, the equation of state for air, radiative balance, climate change and climate variability, atmospheric water vapor, cloud formation processes, and cloud microphysics, forces involved in atmospheric motion, geostrophic flow, atmospheric stability, surface and upper analyses and thermodynamic charts. This three credit course includes a laboratory component that involves the analysis and visualization of meteorological datasets with Matlab. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SO251 (can take concurrently). Prereq: SO251 Coreq: Prereq: SO251 Coreq: |
| Course: | SO262 |
| Title: | Physical Geography |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The physical environment influences natural resources, human culture, national security, and military operations. This course examines the basic scientific principles of physical geography and how location on earth influences climate, landforms, soils, and natural vegetation. We will study the processes at work, the features created and their spatial distributions. We will use satellite imagery and geographical information systems to look at case studies around the world and examine the wide range of natural environments. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SO264 |
| Title: | Intro To Instrumentation & Data Analysis |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course introduces students to the theory and standard practices behind the collection, processing, organization, analysis, and interpretation of environmental datasets. Students will learn the practical principles of instrumentation and equipment used in teh collection of meteorological and oceanographic data. They will review, develop, and employ standard field and laboratory methodologies for the collection of quality-controlled environmental data. They will investigate current technologies and approaches used in data acquisition and processing. Lastly, they will learn and apply statistical and data science methodologies and approaches to analyze and interpret complex, real-world atmospheric and oceanographic datasets. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Coreq: SO251 Prereq: Coreq: SO251 Prereq: Coreq: SO251 |
| Course: | SO335 |
| Title: | Oceanographic & Meteorological Quantitative Method |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | Oceanographic and Meteorological Quantitative Methods. A course to expose students to products and datasets that are available in oceanography and meteorology and techniques for manipulating the data to arrive at a better quantitative understanding of the oceans and atmosphere. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM212, SO251, SO254 (Can take concurrently). Prereq: SM212 AND SO251 AND |
| Course: | SO345 |
| Title: | Atmospheric Thermodynamics |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course studies the thermodynamic properties if the atmosphere, including the temperature moisture processes, as well as the forces responsible for vertical atmospheric motion. This course uses thermodynamic diagrams for analyzing vertical profiles of atmospheric variables. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SP212, SM212 (Can take concurrently). Prereq: SP212 AND SM212 Coreq: Pre |
| Course: | SO345H |
| Title: | Honors Atmospheric Thermodynamics |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | Course is an advanced version of SO345 for honor students. This course studies the thermodynamic properties if the atmosphere, including the temperature moisture processes, as well as the forces responsible for vertical atmospheric motion. This course uses thermodynamic diagrams for analyzing vertical profiles of atmospheric variables. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SP212, SM212 (Can take concurrently), and SOCH majors only. Prereq: SP21 |
| Course: | SO351 |
| Title: | Biogeochemical Oceanography |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | An introduction to geological, chemical, and biological processes in the oceans. This course builds upon the fundamentals of physical oceanography provided in SO251 by adding the close interactions among geological, chemical and biological processes to the physical setting of the water column. Topics range from hydrothermal circulation, sediment diagenesis, nutrient cycling, ocean alkalinity, biological production, food webs, taxonomy, and ecology. Real-world applications are emphasized. This 4-credit course has a laboratory component that reinforces field data collection and analysis techniques presented in SO251 and SO264. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SO251, SO264. Prereq: SO251 AND SO264 Coreq: Prereq: SO251 AND SO264 Cor |
| Course: | SO411 |
| Title: | Ocean Acoustics |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | A fundamental study of sound propagation in the ocean environment. This course will use concepts from "classical" physics and oceanography, along with a few tools from calculus, to expose students to the fundamentals of wave propagation and interference effects, passive and active sonar range equations, detection theory, noise spectra, Fourier analysis, directivity of receiving arrays, propagation loss, reflection and transmission at an interface, refraction of rays due to changes in sound speed, sound channels and convergence zones, and backscattering. The course will have a U.S. Navy focus on underwater acoustics and underwater noise and applications of underwater acoustics in the field of oceanography. Credit shall not be given for both SO411 and SP411. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 2C SOC/H major. Coreq: SO416/516, or permission of Dept Chair Prereq: C |
| Course: | SO414 |
| Title: | Oceanic And Atmospheric Processes |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | Fundamental equations of motion governing the dynamics of quasi-horizontal, inviscid and viscous fluid flow on the rotating earth are developed. Scale analyses of the basic hydrodynamic equations are used to identify forces responsible for motions of interest. Basic numerical modeling techniques for both oceanic and atmospheric processes are introduced. Laboratory exercises will utilize the MATLAB software package to solve hands-on problems pertaining to fluid flow. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SO335 and SO345. Prereq: SO335 AND SO345 Coreq: Prereq: SO335 AND SO345 |
| Course: | SO416 |
| Title: | Waves And Tides |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | Equations governing the dynamics of surface and internal waves, including tsunamis, seiches, internal tides, and tidal bores, are derived and practically applied. Wave theory is compared to wave tank observations. Wave statistics and energy spectra are used to forecast sea and swell. Tide generating and tractive forces are mathematically analyzed, and methods of tidal prediction are reviewed and exercised. [fall]. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SO414. Prereq: SO414 Coreq: Prereq: SO414 Coreq: Prereq: SO414 Coreq: |
| Course: | SO422 |
| Title: | Nearshore Oceanography |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | Examines the oceanographic regime from the continental shelf break to the intertidal zone and coastal dunes. Concentrates on shallow water wave, surf and beach processes. Includes a discussion of coastal management and engineering procedures. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SO351. Prereq: SO351 Coreq: Prereq: SO351 Coreq: Prereq: SO351 Coreq: |
| Course: | SO426 |
| Title: | Polar Oceanography |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course examines the air-ice-ocean interaction of the high latitude oceans. Topics include: Introduction to Arctic and Antarctic geography, hydrography, climatology, heat balance terms, ice-albedo feedback, sea ice structure, air-ocean circulations, freshwater storage, surface gravity wave dynmaics in marginal ice zones, upper ocean buoyancy and stratification, under-ice fluxes of momentum and heat, and data analysis of field measurements using statistical and graphical software programs. Course also highlights past and current U. S. Navy research initiatives in the cryospheric science domain. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SOC OR SOCH Coreq: Prereq: SOC OR SOCH Coreq: Prereq: SOC OR SOCH Coreq: |
| Course: | SO427 |
| Title: | Introduction To Estuarine Oceanography |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | The physical, geological and biological aspects of the estuarine environment are studied. Laboratory sessions, which include YP cruises and field trips, focus on practical and hands-on applications. Environmental issues such as water quality and pollution are discussed. The use of numerical models as a tool is explored. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SO351. Prereq: SO351 Coreq: Prereq: SO351 Coreq: Prereq: SO351 Coreq: |
| Course: | SO431 |
| Title: | Environmental Remote Sensing |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | An overview is given of the various platforms and sensors currently in use and planned. The electromagnetic spectrum and radiation laws are explained. Applications exercises give "hands-on" experience with image processing systems. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: none. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SO432 |
| Title: | Geographical Information Systems |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | Geographical Information Systems (GIS) use computers to manipulate geographic data, combining maps and data bases. This course examines the basics of map projection and datums, raster and vector data bases, and the design, manipulation, and analysis of geographic data. We will discuss the use of remote sensing to collect data and provide background maps, and the use of digital elevation models to provide a framework for 3D display. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: None. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SO441 |
| Title: | Synoptic Meteorology |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | A practical course in meteorological analysis and forecasting as applied to operational planning. A variety of meteorological datastreams available in the computerized Meteorology Laboratory are used to analyze and predict the current and future state of the atmosphere. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SO335 (can take concurrently). Prereq: SO335 Coreq: Prereq: SO335 Coreq: |
| Course: | SO442 |
| Title: | Tropical Meteorology |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | A study of the special processes affecting meteorological analysis and forecasting in the tropics, including satellite imagery analysis, with particular emphasis on hurricane or typhoon prediction, creation, movement and decay. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SO335 (can take concurrently). Prereq: SO335 Coreq: Prereq: SO335 Coreq: |
| Course: | SO445 |
| Title: | Climatology |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course will review the science of earth's climate system, including factors that influence global climate variability on different spatial and temporal scales. Climate variability on both geologic and more recent timescales will be explored using observed climate data records. Data including satellite data, land/sea observations, ice cores, and paleoclimate records will be utilized to explore topics such as the Ozone Hole, Earth's energy balance, feedback cycles, and ocean/atmospheric teleconnection modes of variability. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SO351 AND (SO345 OR SO34 Coreq: Prereq: SO351 AND (SO345 OR SO34 Coreq: |
| Course: | SO451 |
| Title: | Biological Oceanography |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | A study of patterns and concepts of biological production in the ocean. Emphasis is on the integration of the biological and physical environment. Laboratory includes student planned studies and conceptual exercises. All aspects of the course emphasize the use of various knowledge areas to solve a problem. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SO351 (can take concurrently). Prereq: SO351 Coreq: Prereq: SO351 Coreq: |
| Course: | SO461 |
| Title: | Geological Oceanography |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | Introduces marine geological/geophysical instrumentation, theory, data collection, analysis, interpretation and applications. Geomorphology, structure, petrology, sedimentation, stratigraphy, origin and development of ocean basins and margins are examined in light of theory of plate tectonics. Practical studies of the Chesapeake Bay are part of the laboratory work. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SO251. Prereq: SO251 Coreq: Prereq: SO251 Coreq: Prereq: SO251 Coreq: |
| Course: | SO470 |
| Title: | Capstone Seminar |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course is an instructor-facilitated, Midshipman-led seminar course that leads USNA Midshipman 1/C Oceanography majors through the execution of project-based Capstone research that demonstrates undergraduate-level mastery in the field(s) of Oceanography and/or Meteorology. Midshipman will be challenged to work in teams to plan and conduct research on assigned project topics. They will be expected to use the knowledge, concepts, and analytical skills they gained during their time as an Oceanography major to collect, compile, organize, analyze, and interpret real-world data and summarize, discuss, and draw appropriate conclusions from their results. The course includes background readings and discussions on topics related to Oceanography and Meteorology. The course also includes instruction on scientific writing and presentation. The course culminates in the production of a project-based Capstone Poster that each team will defend at the USNA Yard-wide Capstone Day poster session or a similar formal setting. Each team will also produce a well-written, well-formatted, technical Capstone paper that fully summarizes their work and demonstrates the level of critical thinking and scientific understanding expected of an undergraduate Oceanography major. Successful completion of this Capstone course is required for graduation as an Oceanography Major. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SOC OR SOCH Coreq: Prereq: SOC OR SOCH Coreq: Prereq: SOC OR SOCH Coreq: |
| Course: | SO475 |
| Title: | Readings In Oceanography And Meteorology |
| Credits: | 0—6—3 |
| Description: | An independent study course in conjunction with a faculty member to prepare midshipmen to conduct independent research. In this course, the midshipmen will meet with their adviser to discuss topics in scientific literature related to their research project. They will also write a summary report of the scientific literature they have reviewed, which will be integrated in their final research project report in the following semester. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 2/C or 1/C standing and approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Pr |
| Course: | SO476 |
| Title: | Readings In Oceanography And Meteorology |
| Credits: | 0—6—3 |
| Description: | An independent study course in conjunction with a faculty member to prepare midshipmen to conduct independent research. In this course, the midshipmen will meet with their adviser to discuss topics in scientific literature related to their research project. They will also write a summary report of the scientific literature they have reviewed, which will be integrated in their final research project report in the following semester. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 2/C or 1/C standing and approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Pr |
| Course: | SO505 |
| Title: | Honors Independent Research |
| Credits: | 0—6—3 |
| Description: | Independent research in oceanography or meteorology on a subject of the student's choice, culminating in a written report and presentation to the faculty. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SO503 and SOCH major. Prereq: SO503 Coreq: Prereq: SO503 Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | SO506 |
| Title: | Honors Independent Research |
| Credits: | 0—6—3 |
| Description: | Independent research in oceanography or meteorology on a subject of the student's choice, culminating in a written report and presentation to the faculty. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SO503 and SOCH major. Prereq: SO503 Coreq: Prereq: SO503 Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | SO513 |
| Title: | Honors Oceanic And Atmospheric Processes |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | Course is an advanced version of SO414 for honors students. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SO335 and SO345H and SOCH major. Prereq: SO335 AND SO345 Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | SO516 |
| Title: | Honors Waves And Tides |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | Course is an advanced version of SO416 for honor students. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SO513 and SOCH major. Prereq: SO513 Coreq: Prereq: SO513 Coreq: Prereq: |
| Course: | SP211 |
| Title: | General Physics I |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | The first of a two course sequence emphasizing the fundamental principles of classical physics and introducing a variety of applications. Topics include mechanics, electricity, magnetism, wave motion, fluids, sound and light. Lectures, recitations, hands-on laboratories, and large-scale demonstration lectures are employed. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Chemistry II (SC112 or SC151); Coreq: Calculus III (SM221 or SM223 or SM |
| Course: | SP212 |
| Title: | General Physics Ii |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | Continuation of SP211. See SP211 description for topics. [fall, spring, summer] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Physics I (SP211 or SP221) or approval of department chair. Prereq: Cor |
| Course: | SP221 |
| Title: | Physical Mechanics I |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | A first course in classical mechanics for physics majors. Newton's laws are applied to particles and systems of particles. Energy and momentum methods are developed. Applications include simple, damped, and driven harmonic motion as well as gravitation and orbital motion. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: Chemistry II (SC112 or SC151); Coreq: SM221 or approval of department ch |
| Course: | SP222 |
| Title: | Electricity And Magnetism I |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | A first course in electricity and magnetism for physics majors, with an emphasis on the concepts of fields and potential. The course culminates in the formulation of Maxwell's equations. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SP221 or SP211. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SP226 |
| Title: | Heat, Sound, And Light |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | A first course on the basic concepts of thermodynamics, acoustics, and optics for physics majors. Topics include heat engines, refrigerators, cosmology, the Doppler effect, beats, shock waves, fluids, lenses, telescopes, polarization, interference and diffraction. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SP211 or SP221. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SP247 |
| Title: | Intro To Astrophysics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The fundamentals of astronomy as a physical science, surveying the Universe from the solar system through stellar, galactic and extragalactic astronomy and cosmology with extra emphasis on calculations needed in astronomy. Additionally, this course gives an introduction to scientific programming and the statistical techniques needed to interpret modern experimental data. Credit cannot be given for both SP247 and SP310. |
| Requisites: | Coreq: SP221. Prereq: SPAA major or approval of SPAA track director. Prereq: Co |
| Course: | SP301 |
| Title: | Modern Physics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An introduction to the theories of relativity and quantum mechanics. Topics include relativistic mechanics, blackbody radiation, wave-particle duality, the Bohr theory, quantum phenomena, nuclear decay and nuclear reactions. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SP212 or SP226. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SP310 |
| Title: | Astronomy |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | The fundamentals of astronomy as a physical science, surveying the Universe from the solar system through stellar, galactic and extragalactic astronomy and cosmology. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SP211 and SP212 or SP221, SP222 and SP226 or approval of director of the |
| Course: | SP324 |
| Title: | Applied Quantum Mechanics |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | Applications of quantum mechanics to physical systems. Topics covered are quantum statistics, multi-electron atoms, molecules, properties of solids, superconductivity, nuclear models and reactions, and elementary particles. Modern physics investigations are performed in the laboratory. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SP351; Coreq: SP352. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SP327 |
| Title: | Twentieth Century Physics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A study of the development of physics in the twentieth century, with particular attention given to relativity theory, quantum theory, and atomic physics. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SP222 and SP226; or ENR major and SP212; or approval of department chair |
| Course: | SP333 |
| Title: | Physical Mechanics Ii |
| Credits: | 4—0—4 |
| Description: | An intermediate course in physical mechanics for physics majors. Newtonian, Hamiltonian, and Lagrangian mechanics with special emphasis on the central force problem and noninertial reference frames. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: (SP221 or SP211) and SM212. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Cor |
| Course: | SP342 |
| Title: | Electricity And Magnetism Ii |
| Credits: | 4—0—4 |
| Description: | An intermediate course in electromagnetic theory for physics majors. Maxwell's equations are formulated in the notation of vector analysis and applied to various situations. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SP351 Prereq: SP351 Coreq: Prereq: SP351 Coreq: Prereq: SP351 Coreq: |
| Course: | SP351 |
| Title: | Problem Solving Methods I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Problem Solving Methods for Physics I. A course in the techniques of mathematics for physics with special emphasis on applications for intermediate mechanics. The course includes a detailed examination of coordinate systems; applied integration, differential equations and Fourier series; linear algebra, introduction to vector spaces; vector calculus; and additional topics chosen from geometry, calculus of variations and special applications in physics. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM212; Coreq: SP212 or SP222. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: C |
| Course: | SP352 |
| Title: | Problem Solving Methods Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Problem Solving Methods for Physics II. A course in the techniques of mathematics for general physics with special emphasis on applications for electromagnetism and quantum mechanics. The course includes applications of vector calculus, further applications of linear vector spaces, boundary value problems, techniques for quantum mechanics, and additional topics chosen from among introductory numerical methods, fundamentals of statistics and special applications in physics. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SP351. Prereq: SP351 Coreq: Prereq: SP351 Coreq: Prereq: SP351 Coreq: |
| Course: | SP411 |
| Title: | Underwater Acoustics And Sonar |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A fundamental study of sound propagation in the ocean environment as it relates to the design and operation of sonar. Topics include wave mechanics, detection theory, Fourier analysis, ray tracing, waveguides, and scattering. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SP212 or SP226. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SP425 |
| Title: | Advanced Quantum Theory |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | Advanced techniques for describing quantum systems. Topics covered are quantum mechanics formalism, techniques for solving the Schroedinger equation, perturbation theory, the real hydrogen atom, and angular momentum algebra. The laboratory focuses on building experimental skills through advanced experiments. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SP324 and SP352. Prereq: SP324 AND SP352 Coreq: Prereq: SP324 AND SP352 |
| Course: | SP434 |
| Title: | Nuclear Physics |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | A study of the basic static and dynamic properties of the nucleus and of the interaction of particles and radiation with matter. Emphasis on the experimental techniques. Where appropriate, quantum mechanical interpretations of the phenomena are given. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SP324. Prereq: SP324 Coreq: Prereq: SP324 Coreq: Prereq: SP324 Coreq: |
| Course: | SP436 |
| Title: | Acoustics |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | An introduction to modern acoustics. Topics include vibration and normal modes; coupled oscillators; discrete Fourier transforms; radiation, transmission and detection of sound waves; electroacoustics; psychoacoustics, architectural acoustics, musical acoustics and Sonar. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: (SP212 or SP226) and SM212. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Cor |
| Course: | SP438 |
| Title: | Optics |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | An introduction to modern optics. Topics include polarization, interference, coherence, diffraction, Fourier transforms, holography, optics of solids and basic laser physics. Midshipmen cannot receive credit for both EE474 and SP438. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SP342. Prereq: SP342 Coreq: Prereq: SP342 Coreq: Prereq: SP342 Coreq: |
| Course: | SP442 |
| Title: | Solid State Physics |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | An introduction to the physics of condensed matter. Topics include crystalline and noncrystalline solids, band theory, semiconductors, magnetism, and superconductivity. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SP324 or approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: P |
| Course: | SP444 |
| Title: | Thermal Physics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A presentation of topics in thermal properties of matter and radiation as derived from the laws of quantum mechanics and statistics. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SP324. Prereq: SP324 Coreq: Prereq: SP324 Coreq: Prereq: SP324 Coreq: |
| Course: | SP445 |
| Title: | Astrophysics I |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A study of the physics of astronomical objects such as stars and galaxies. [fall] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SM212 and (SP301 OR SP324) and (SP310 or approval of the director of ast |
| Course: | SP446 |
| Title: | Astrophysics Ii |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course is a continuation of SP445 (Astrophysics I). It is designed for the first-class astrophysics-track. Students explore the current understanding of extragalactic astrophysics and cosmology. In particular, they study the structure and dynamics of various galactic types, the large-scale structure of the universe and the origin and fate of the universe itself. [spring] |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SP445. Prereq: SP445 Coreq: Prereq: SP445 Coreq: Prereq: SP445 Coreq: |
| Course: | SP447 |
| Title: | Observational Astrophysics |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | This laboratory course gives students hands-on experience with the techniques of modern astrophysical observation, data analysis and interpretation. Observations are made with instruments ranging from binoculars to optical and radio telescopes, and detectors ranging from the human eye to state-of-the-art charge coupled devices and radio receivers. These data, as well as observations available on-line, are reduced with modern analysis methods with particular emphasis on image processing. A variety of projects explore the major observational fields of astrometry, photometry, spectroscopy and imaging, and how they provide our fundamental knowledge about the Universe. [fall] |
| Requisites: | PREREQ: SP310 Prereq: SP310 Coreq: Prereq: SP310 Coreq: Prereq: SP310 Coreq: |
| Course: | SP454 |
| Title: | Intro To Elementary Particle Physics |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | An introductory course in high-energy physics including the detector technology. Topics will include the Standard Model of Particle Physics and its historical development, the four fundamental forces, special relativity and 4-vectors, symmetries, Feynman diagrams, and detector technologies used at modern particle colliders like RHIC (Relativistic Heavy Ion Collider), the LHC (Large Hadron Collider), and the EIC (Electron-Ion Collider). |
| Requisites: | Pre- or Co-req: SM212 and either SP212 or SP222. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SP503 |
| Title: | Honors Physics Research |
| Credits: | 0—6—3 |
| Description: | This course allows midshipmen to perform a physics research project. Midshipmen choose a topic by consulting with a physics faculty member. A formal proposal to the department research committee is required as well as a final oral presentation to the department, a written final paper which will be evaluated by Physics faculty other than the advisor, and a poster presentation at the Yard-wide research day. (Fall) |
| Requisites: | Approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SP504 |
| Title: | Honors Physics Research |
| Credits: | 0—6—3 |
| Description: | This course allows midshipmen to perform a physics research project. Midshipmen choose a topic by consulting with a physics faculty member. A formal proposal to the department research committee is required as well as a final oral presentation to the department, a written final paper which will be evaluated by Physics faculty other than the advisor, and a poster presentation at the Yard-wide research day. (Spring) |
| Requisites: | Approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SP520 |
| Title: | Honors Physics Seminar I |
| Credits: | 1—0—1 |
| Description: | Midshipmen will study current topics in physics, hear lectures from USNA faculty and from visiting scholars, and practice reading, understanding, and presenting modern publications of physics with a technically skilled audience in a scientific setting. Oral progress reports will be required throughout the semester. Students will participate in critiquing each others reports. Their methods of critique will be evaluated by the instructor. (Fall) |
| Requisites: | Approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SP521 |
| Title: | Honors Physics Seminar Ii |
| Credits: | 1—0—1 |
| Description: | Midshipmen will study current topics in physics, hear lectures from USNA faculty and from visiting scholars, and practice reading, understanding, and presenting modern publications of physics with a technically skilled audience in a scientific setting. Oral progress reports will be required throughout the semester. Students will participate in critiquing each others reports. Their methods of critique will be evaluated by the instructor. Furthermore, this semester will include focus on preparation for the Physics majors field test. The majors field test itself will factor into the final grade for the course. (Spring) |
| Requisites: | Approval of department chair. Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: Prereq: Coreq: |
| Course: | SY110 |
| Title: | CYBER SECURITY I |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | Introduction to Cyber Security is a hands-on lab-based course providing a technically focused introduction to the principles behind the use, function, and operation of computers, networks and applications with an emphasis on cyber security. [fall, spring] |
| Requisites: |
| Course: | SY201 |
| Title: | CYBER FUNDAMENTALS I |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | This course will teach students problem solving skills in cyber-operations domain using the Python programming language on a Linux platform. Students will analyze the current cyber warfare threats and problems, and code Python programs to solve some of these and related problems. Credit will not be given for SY201 and SI268 or SA233. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SY110 & SCY major. |
| Course: | SY202 |
| Title: | CYBER SYSTEMS ENGINEERING |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | An introductory practicum that emphasizes interconnected cyber-physical systems, communications between those systems, the controls, and the associated space in which these relationships exist. Designed to provide students with an understanding of cyber systems engineering. Objectives: (1) Understand tools and techniques used in the design and analysis of cyber-controlled engineering systems; (2) Identify and discuss vulnerabilities of cyber-physical systems; (3) Apply linear modeling techniques to model simple control systems; (4) Synthesize a control system using microcontrollers, actuators, and sensors to meet a specific performance criteria; and (5) Understand operation of Industrial Control Systems and SCADA systems. |
| Requisites: | SY201, SM223, SP211 |
| Course: | SY204 |
| Title: | SYSTEMS PROGRAMMING & OS FUNDAMENTALS |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | Students will expand their programming expertise through the exploration of systems level programming utilizing C. Additionally, students will learn the fundamental features and design of operating systems. The activities in the course will be covered from a cyber operations perspective. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SY201 |
| Course: | SY205 |
| Title: | NETWORKING: OPS AND ANALYSIS |
| Credits: | 0—4—2 |
| Description: | In this course, students learn and practice information system networking through hands-on analysis. Students utilize various tools to capture and analyze network traffic. Students build wired networks, and set up and configure hardware and software. Students explore the OSI and TCP/IP stacks by analyzing protocols in operation, focusing on the Data Link Layer and up. Students are introduced to number systems, and command line interfaces. Credit will not be given for both SY205 and IC322. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SY110. |
| Course: | SY206 |
| Title: | DATA STRUCTURES & DISCRETE MATH |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | This course will cover Data Structures and Discrete Math, with a focus on cyber operations. Students will learn how complex data are represented in computer programs, the advantages/disadvantages of different data structures and how to analyze algorithms to determine their efficiency. They will also learn Discrete Math topics, including proof by induction, recurrence relations and graph theory, and how to apply them to data structure analysis. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SY201 |
| Course: | SY301 |
| Title: | DATA STRUCTURES FOR CYBER OPERATIONS |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | This course will cover the usual Data Structures topics, with a focus on cyber-operations. Students will learn how complex data are represented in computer programs and how the implementation/interface distinction helps enable it. They will learn the most common abstract data types and the standard implementations of them. They will explore how complexity in representation enables more sophisticated software, but also creates complex vulnerabilities. Examples will segue into the Web and Database course. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SY204. |
| Course: | SY303 |
| Title: | CYBER SYSTEMS ARCHITECTURE |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | A simple yet functional computer will be designed and implemented using NAND gates and D Flip-Flops. In this project-oriented course, groups will collaborate on each component of this modular system design. A hardware description language will be used to describe the sequential and combinational logic needed to implement each module. The models are integrated to a fully functional computer prepared to accept high-level object-oriented programs through the designs of an assembler and a virtual machine language translator. The course then introduces a real-world ARM assembly language and the students practice coding an embedded processor culminating with a security focused project. |
| Requisites: | SY205, SY206 |
| Course: | SY304 |
| Title: | HUMAN FACTORS IN CYBER OPERATIONS |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course will examine the "human factor" of cyber operations, the role of individuals and groups as a factor in cyber operations, with a focus on the use of social engineering techniques and non-standard approaches used to gain an advantage (technologically, militarily, economically, intellectually) in the cyber domain. Social Engineering is the art of exploiting human psychology to gain access to buildings, systems, or data, and is evolving such that technology solutions, security policies, and operational procedures alone cannot protect resources. In many cases, individuals prove to be the largest vulnerability in a network, cyber practitioners need to understand how to effectively defend against or exploit such vulnerabilities. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SCY major |
| Course: | SY305 |
| Title: | SYSTEMS PROGRAMMING W/ OS CONCEPTS |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | Students will expand their programming expertise through the exploration of systems level programming utilizing C. Additionally, students will learn the fundamental features and design of operating systems. The activities in the course will be covered from a cyber operations perspective. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SY202 or Dept Chair permission |
| Course: | SY306 |
| Title: | WEB AND DATABASES FOR CYBER OPERATIONS |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | The course covers basic web-based application development with a database back-end, with a focus on security. Topics include client side and server side web applications development, the SQL language for relational databases, web authentication, secure web protocols, attack and defense of web-based applications with a database back-end. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SY206 |
| Course: | SY310 |
| Title: | INTRO TO NETWORKING & WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | An introduction to wired and wireless communications and associated vulnerabilities at the physical, data link and network layers of the TCP/IP model. The theme of this course is for the student to understand the entire communication cycle as it pertains to wired and wireless computer networks and communications systems. Beginning with electromagnetic spectrum and the fundamentals that govern its use, each student will learn the unique implications of operating in a wireless environment. The student will demonstrate applications of interdependent networks, including the Internet and telecommunications networks within the cyberspace domain. Additionally, the student will understand electronic engineering and tactics in support of spectrum dominance and retaining strategic advantage to open and closed networks. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SY110, SM122. |
| Course: | SY312 |
| Title: | WIRELESS COMMS: PRINC & NETS |
| Credits: | 3—2—4 |
| Description: | Students will learn the entire communication cycle as it pertains to wireless communication systems. Beginning with the electromagnetic spectrum and the fundamentals that govern its use, each student will learn the unique implications of operating in a wireless environment to include current implementation of wireless networks and associated modern technologies. Throughout the course, students will explore and analyze the inherent cyber vulnerabilities of wireless communications and appropriate defensive security procedures for modern wireless networks. Credit will not be given for both SY312 and SY310. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SY110, SY205 Coreq: SY308 |
| Course: | SY314 |
| Title: | WIRELESS COMMS: NETWORKS & TECH |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | Students will learn the entire communication cycle as it pertains to wireless communication systems. Beginning with the electromagnetic spectrum and the fundamentals that govern its use, each student will learn the unique implications of operating in a wireless environment to include current implementation of wireless networks and associated modern technologies. Throughout the course, students will explore an analyze the inherent cyber vulnerabilities of wireless communications and appropriate defensive security procedures for modern wireless networks. (Cannot receive credit for both SY312 and SY314) |
| Requisites: | Prereqs: SY205, SM122. |
| Course: | SY401 |
| Title: | CYBER OPERATIONS I (OFFENSE) |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This is the first of two sequential courses focused on hands-on offensive (Fall Semester) cyber operations. Learning cyber defense techniques and operations creates stronger offensive cyber operators and vice versa. End-to-end Offensive Cyber Operations (OCO) are covered with a focus on specific tools, tactics, techniques, and procedures to attain an understanding of how to take advantage of adversary vulnerabilities to achieve objectives in and through Cyberspace. Primary topics on fundamental offensive techniques are explored through open source tools, and include information fathering, reconnaissance, social engineering, remote exploitation, and maintaining access. Capstone updates are required at 6/12/16 weeks as well. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: (SY310, SY312, or SY314), SY303, SY304, SY308. |
| Course: | SY402 |
| Title: | CYBER OPERATIONS II (DEFENSE) |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This is the second of two sequential courses focused on hands-on defensive (Spring Semester) cyber operations. This course introduces the technologies of our interconnected world and how they work together, and goes into detail on how to detect network and host intrusions and events. Students will build their own small network and will study methods for detecting events and processing the large amounts of associated data. Students will also complete their Capstone Project and be prepared to share their work on Capstone Day. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SY401. |
| Course: | SY403 |
| Title: | CYBER PLANNING & POLICY |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | A growing dependence on military and intelligence networks and the networking of our critical national infrastructure can quickly become vulnerabilities. This course will develop a political and economic framework for analyzing cyber power. The course will cover the body of thought that impinges on cyber matters and provides a synthesis of this information in a variety of decision-making contexts. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130 |
| Course: | SY406 |
| Title: | CYBER LAW & ETHICS |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course examines legal and ethical challenges that cyber operations professionals confront in the public and private sectors. The course begins with an in-depth review of the provisions of the United States Constitution that shape the cyber operations of the military and civilian government agencies. The course then reviews the statutes and regulations that provide the government with the authority to conduct cyber operations, as well as the limits that the statutes impose. The course examines the interplay between public-sector and private sector cybersecurity efforts, and the state and federal laws that regulate private-sector cybersecurity. We also explore the ethical considerations that apply to cyber operations. Counts for upper level Humanities and Social Science credit. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: NE203. |
| Course: | SY416 |
| Title: | SOFTWARE REVERSE ENGINEERING |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | Students will learn why software is reverse engineered and the fundamentals of how it's done. Fundamental topics will be introduced: compilers, linkers, loaders, assembly language, as well as static and dynamic analysis tools. Hands on work will develop the skills and knowledge used to reverse engineer a binary. We begin by discussing computer architecture, the evolution of programming from assembly language to modern languages, as well as the fundamentals of compilation. We then apply this knowledge while learning about static and dynamic analysis tools used to reverse engineer software. Students will reverse engineer representative examples of software, including malware. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SY303 or IC220 or EC362 |
| Course: | SY418 |
| Title: | MODERN DIGITAL FORENSICS |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | A hands-on multidisciplinary course where students will learn and perform digital, mobile, and network forensics using modern hardware and software forensic tools, as well as be introduced to the legal aspects of forensics and how they are intertwined with technology. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SY301, SY303, or permission of the Dept Chair. |
| Course: | SY419 |
| Title: | FREE SPEECH IN CYBERSPACE |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course examines how free speech law has shaped cyberspace. We will look at constitutional and statutory protections on free speech in the United States, and examine the role that platforms play in enabling free speech. The topics covered include the First Amendment as applied to the Internet, intermediary liability protections such as Section 230, legal protections for online anonymity, and copyright protections for online content. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: FP130. |
| Course: | SY420 |
| Title: | GAME THEORY FOR CYBER SYSTEMS |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Students learn Classical Game Theory and its applications within cyber system scenarios. Students will learn about Zero-Sum, Non-Cooperative, and Cooperative game scenarios as well as how to calculate equilibrium solutions. Most common two player classical game theory games will be discussed with applications in cyber. Additionally, students will learn about Evolutionary Games and Machine Learning topics including Markov Decision Processes and solution via finite horizon dynamic programming using policy and value iteration algorithms. Students learn how to formalize game outcomes, payoff, and describe strategies. Computational methods are employed to demonstrate and execute strategies in a course specific online multiplayer arena. Applications include: congestion control for protocols, Robot planning, historic military applications, athletic performance, imitation and signaling games in cyber. SY420 and SE450 cannot both be taken for credit. |
| Requisites: | SY206 or course coordinator approval |
| Course: | SY421 |
| Title: | PENTESTING |
| Credits: | 2—2—3 |
| Description: | This course is focused on assessing the security of modern computing systems. Students will build a skillset to find flaws and vulnerabilities in a variety of domains and solve security challenges involving websites, cryptography, forensics, reverse engineering, and binary exploitation. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: SY308 |
| Course: | SY422 |
| Title: | QUANTUM COMPUTING |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course introduces quantum computing, starting with the theory underlying qubits and quantum gates to implementing and analyzing quantum algorithms and the physical instantiation of quantum computers. Students will learn how quantum computation is fundamentally different from classical computation and how it can be leveraged to solve certain problems faster than is known possible on classical computers. |
| Requisites: |
| Course: | SY441 |
| Title: | ESPIONAGE IN THE CYBER AGE |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | Espionage, as a practice, has changed dramatically over time and continues to evolve alongside social, political, and technological transformations. In this course, we examine and analyze the interdisciplinary topic of cyber espionage and explore the manifold ways that espionage and the cyber domain have affected each other. This is a reading-intensive course that includes a term paper. Through a variety of publications and scholarly journals, students will gain the background knowledge required to critically think, discuss, argue, and write on topics relating to espionage practices and cyber operations. |
| Requisites: | Prereq: 2/C standing or higher |
| Course: | SY442 |
| Title: | CYBERWAR |
| Credits: | 3—0—3 |
| Description: | This course prepares midshipmen to think about cybersecurity and cyberwar in a broad strategic context where there are inevitable trade-offs among competing goals and there are adversaries whose behavior may adapt to your actions. Material ranges from the potential of a large-scale campaign against a country, to issue of dominance, stability, deterrence, escalation, brandishing, signaling and norms. |
| Requisites: | Coreq: SY403 or SY406 |