Summer Online Undergraduate Program (SOUP)

The course is a study of human nutrition as an applied science and covers nutrition physiology: metabolism, energy, production, biochemical aspects, role of nutrients, weight control mechanisms, fitness and consumerism.

An examination of Arab accomplishments in Sciences, Technology, Philosophy and Art (700-1300 AD) through historical documents, books and movies. Taught in English.

SYNCHRONOUS COURSE:  Performance-based training in pronunciation, tones, and sentence structure, developing a baseline for listening, speaking, reading, and writing Chinese, as well as fostering a sensitivity to Chinese culture. Humanities credit awarded for CHIN 1001 upon successful comp...

Continued performance-based training in phonetics, grammar, sentence structure, and characters; focusing in the similarities and differences between English and Chinese.

Elements of statics in two and three dimensions, free-body diagrams, distributed loads, centroids, and friction.

Stress and strain analysis applied to beams, vessels, pipes, and combined loading; stress and strain transformations; beam deflection; column buckling.

Introduction to computing principles and programming practices with an emphasis on the design, construction and implementation of problem solutions use of software tools.

To present the laws and applications of electromagnetics.

Introduction to probability, random variables, distributions, estimation, confidence intervals, linear regression and other tools for describing and managing uncertainty in electrical and computer engineering.

Continuous-time linear systems and signals, their mathematical representations, and computational tools. Fourier and Laplace transforms, convolutions, input-output responses, stability.

Analysis and design of control systems. Laplace transforms, transfer functions, and stability. Feedback systems: tracking and disturbance rejection. Graphical design techniques. 

An introduction to electric circuit elements and electronic devices and a study of circuits containing such devices.

Practice in analysis of decision problems of relevance to students in public policy and personal decision areas. Issues relating to individual decisions to produce, consume, invest, and trade will be explored. Analytical approaches will enable students to use and incorporate basic elements of ...

Historical and theoretical understanding of global economy, including international trade, finance, investment production; regional economic integration; economic development; environment, using micro and macro economic principles.Students can receive credit for either ECON 2100 or ECON 2101,o...

This principles of economics course is intended to introduce students to concepts that will enable them to understand and analyze economic aggregates and evaluate economic policies. Students can receive credit for either ECON 2100 or ECON 2101, or for ECON 2105/2106. Students cannot receive cr...

This course investigates the foundations of microeconomics. We will study demand and supply and market equilibrium before we proceed to examine decision making on the part of individuals and firms. We will examine how consumers make consumption relevant decisions and derive the demand curve. T...

Develops communication skills in networked electronic environments, emphasizes interpretation and evaluation of cultural texts, and incorporates research methods in print and on the Internet.

An introduction to the French language and culture of the French-speaking world. Beginning of a survey of basic French grammar and the development of the four language skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing French. Some aspects of everyday life in the French speaking world will al...

The second part of an introduction to the French language and the culture of the French-speaking world. Completion of the survey of basic French grammar and further development of the four language skills. Aspects of everyday life in the French-speaking world will be introduced.

An introduction to German language and culture. Beginning of a survey of basic German grammar and the development of the four language skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. Some aspects of everyday life in the German-speaking world will also be introduced. Humanities credit award...

The second part of an introduction to German language and culture. Survey of more basic German grammar and the development of the four language skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Some aspects of everyday life in the German-speaking world will also be introduced.

Review of basic grammatical concepts and vocabulary build-up. Selected readings, audio and video material on the cultural, historical, and intellectual development of Germany. Teaching and class discussion in German.

Introduction to the periods and genres of German literature from the Middle Ages to modern times. Conducted in German.

The social, political, and economic history of the United States since Reconstruction. Topics include American industrialization, two world wars, New Deal, and the Civil Rights movement.

The transformation of the Middle East in the modern era and the relationship of the "East" and "West" in the contemporary world.

Provides an overview of Russian history during the 20th Century. Special emphasis will be on the Soviet period of Russian history from 1917-1991.

Why do social movements emerge? Why might they succeed? This course examines how ordinary people challenge powerful segments of society and contribute to social change.

Examines sociological perspectives on how individual, school, and social factors influence students and teachers. Particular attention is paid to gender, race, ethnicity, and social class.

This course examines what constitutes a "sport," debates on the role of social inequality in sports, and the intersection of science, technology and sport.

History and development of industrial design from the beginning of the Industrial Revolution to the present.

A survey of artistic manifestations from primitive times to the present. First semester sequence, prehistoric through Renaissance; second semester Renaissance through contemporary art.

Introduction to 2-D computer drawing systems.

Introduction to 3-D modeling systems.

This course introduces students to current user-centric methods used to identify, understand, assess and prioritize the factors that contribute to more effective design solutions.

This 3-credit hour course is for everyone! Information and communication technology must be accessible for people with disabilities. Learn why this is important and required.  This course complements all other courses you have taken and will prepare you to bring new applicable knowledge...

Discrete event simulation methodology emphasizing the statistical basis for simulation modeling and analysis. Overview of computer languages and simulation design applied to various industrial situations.  Section reserved for Summer Online UG Program participants. Major restricted until ...

Design and operation of manufacturing and warehousing facilities.  Section reserved for Summer Online UG Program participants Depth for SC concentration. Breadth for QS, OR and EFS concentrations. Required for General. Major restriction will not be lifted. If course is full, please join t...

Methods for describing stochastic movements of material in manufacturing facilities, supply chain, and equipment maintenance networks. Includes analysis of congestion, delays, and inventory ordering policies.  Section reserved for Summer Online UG program participants. Major restricted un...

Advanced Manufacturing.

SYNCHRONOUS COURSE: This course is the first of two beginning-level Japanese. In- and out of- class activities aim at the development of aural-oral skills as well as basic reading and writing skills.

SYNCHRONOUS COURSE: This course is the second of two beginning-level Japanese. In- and out of- class activities aim at the development of aural-oral skills as well as basic reading and writing skills.

SYNCHRONOUS COURSE: This course is the first of two intermediate-level Japanese. In- and out of- class activities aim at the development of aural-oral skills as well as basic reading and writing skills.

Students will be able to speak, comprehend, read and write basic Korean sentences, and they will learn fundamentals in inter-personal relationships in Korean culture. Humanities credit awarded upon successful completion of KOR 1002 or KOR 2001.

SYNCHRONOUS COURSE: A continuation of Korean 1001.

SYNCHRONOUS COURSE: Introductory course that surveys various fields in linguistics, including first/second language acquisition, phonetics/phonology, morphology/syntax, semantics/pragmatics, language variation, computational linguistics/natural language processing, and writing systems. Cr...

Linear approximation and Taylor's theorems, Lagrange multiples and constrained optimization, multiple integration and vector analysis including the theorems of Green, Gauss, and Stokes. Credit will not be awarded for both MATH 2551 and MATH 2401 or MATH 2411 or MATH 2561.

Methods for obtaining numerical and analytic solutions of elementary differential equations. Applications are also discussed with an emphasis on modeling. Credit not awarded for both MATH 2552 and MATH 2403 or MATH 2413 or MATH 2562.   

This course is a problem-oriented introduction to the basic concepts of probability and statistics, providing a foundation for applications and further study.

Introduction to probability, probability distributions, point estimation, confidence intervals, hypothesis testing, linear regression and analysis of variance. Students cannot receive credit for both MATH 3670 and MATH 3770 or ISYE 3770 or CEE 3770.

An introduction to the use of computers and MATLAB programming for the solution of mechanical engineering problems. Topics include: sources of error in computing, the use of modular software design, basic numerical methods, and signal processing.

Kinematics and dynamics of particles and rigid bodies in one, two, and three dimensions. Work-energy and impulse-momentum concepts.

Dynamic modeling and simulation of systems with mechanical, hydraulic, thermal and/or electrical elements. Frequency response analysis, stability, and feedback control design of dynamic systems. Students cannot receive credit for ME 3017 and AE 3530.  

The selection, analysis, and synthesis of springs, joining and fastening methods, bearings, shafts, gears, and other elements. Design of assemblies. Computer-based methods.

Introduction to thermodynamics. Thermodynamic properties, energy and mass conservation, entropy and the second law. Second-law analysis of thermodynamic systems, gas cycles, vapor cycles.

The fundamentals of fluid mechanics. Topics include fluid statics; control-volume analysis; the Navier-Stokes equations; similitude; viscous, inviscid and turbulent flows; and boundary layers.

Introduction to the study of heat transfer, transport coefficients, steady state conduction, transient conduction, radiative heat transfer, and forced and natural convection.

Introduction to Automotive Engineering

The structure-property-processing-performance relationships of engineering materials are described. Materials selection is treated as a part of engineering design.

First semester of integrated sequence in music theory, aural training, music technology, and music literature.

A detailed survey of historic and contemporary electronic music systems and their applications in the creation, production, and reproduction of music.

The history of the American musical art form, Jazz, from its roots within African American work songs through fusion and new directions in jazz.

A calculus-based course with a laboratory covering classical mechanics, applications of classical mechanics, oscillations, and waves. 

A calculus-based course with laboratory covering electromagnetism, applications of electromagnetism, light, and modern physics.

A study of basic social relations, including social structure and functions, analysis of social processes, the foundations of personality, and analysis of social organization.

An introduction to the Spanish language and the cultures of the Spanish-speaking world. Beginning of a survey of basic Spanish grammar and the development of the four language skills of listening, speaking, reading and writing. Some aspects of everyday life in the Spanish-speaking world will a...

The second part of an introduction to the Spanish language and cultures of the Spanish-speaking world. Completion of the survey of basic Spanish grammar and the development of the four language skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing. Aspects of everyday life in the Spanish- speaki...