2017-2018 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions - Traditional Undergraduate
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Course Numbering System
The number of the course designates the level or classification a student must have to take the course. Some courses have prerequisites that must be completed before enrolling in those courses.
000 — Not available for degree credit
100 — Introductory or basic freshman-level courses
200 — Sophomores and qualified freshmen
300 — Juniors and qualified sophomores
400 — Seniors and qualified juniors
500 — Graduate students, qualified seniors
600 — Graduate students only
700 — Graduate students only
800 — Graduate students only
900 — Doctoral students only
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Traditional Undergraduate
Education
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EDUC 414 - Student Interest Field Experience Multicultural Community Relations
1-4 hours
This is a field experience in which the Elementary or Secondary Education student works with students in an area of interest under the supervision of a supervising teacher or director of a program. A student will spend 40 or more hours per credit hour. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing. These course numbers will designate particular programs of the field experience in various departments. UG -
EDUC 415 - Pre-Student Teaching Practicum
1-3 hours
Students will spend a minimum of 40 clock hours per semester hour working with students and a classroom teacher in a public school classroom. Designed for education students who have not completed the state-mandated 100 pre-student teaching hours as part of required coursework, or those who may wish to take practicum hours in addition to those required. Prerequisite(s): admission to Teacher Education or permission of the Director of Teacher Education. UG -
EDUC 481 - Paraprofessional Field Experience
4 hours
Students will spend half days for eight weeks working with a teacher as a paraprofessional under supervision of a University supervisor. UG -
EDUC 482 - Student Teaching for Early Childhood Education
12 hours
Includes some experience at both the preschool and primary-school levels. Taken concurrently with EDUC 493 . Prerequisite(s): Senior standing, pass the Illinois Subject-Matter Knowledge test, approval by the Teacher Education Faculty Committee, and appropriate methods courses. UG -
EDUC 484 - Supervised Student Teaching in the Elementary School
12 hours
Taken concurrently with EDUC 493 . Prerequisite(s): Senior standing, pass the Illinois Subject-Matter Knowledge test, approval by the Teacher Education Faculty Committee and appropriate methods courses. UG -
EDUC 485 - Supervised Student Teaching: All Grades
12 hours
Taken concurrently with EDUC 493 . Prerequisite(s): Senior standing, passing the Illinois Subject-Matter Knowledge test, approval by the Teacher Education Faculty Committee, and appropriate methods courses. UG -
EDUC 486 - Supervised Student Teaching in the Secondary School
12 hours
Taken concurrently with EDUC 493 . Prerequisite(s): Senior standing, passing the Illinois Subject-Matter Knowledge test, approval by the Teacher Education Faculty Committee, and appropriate methods courses. UG -
EDUC 487 - Supervised Student Teaching in the Middle Grades
12 hours
During this course, candidates will assume all responsibilities normally included in their cooperating teacher’s workload and will complete and submit the edTPA. An Olivet faculty supervisor will meet with each candidate during this semester at least five times to review lesson plans, pedagogical practices, and student progress, as well as to problem solve with teacher candidates as issues arise. Student teaching is taken concurrently with EDUC 493. Prerequisites include: Senior standing, passing score on the Illinois Content Area test, approval by the Teacher Education Faculty Committee, and required methods courses. Prerequisite(s): EDUC 493 UG -
EDUC 493 - Teacher Education Seminar III
3 hours
A continuation of EDUC 195 Teacher Education Seminar I and EDUC 394 - Teacher Education Seminar II , for candidates in the Olivet Teacher Education program, intended to be completed prior to or during the Student Teaching semester. Includes information updating the details of the Teacher Education program at Olivet, current state licensure and endorsement requirements, and demonstrating “proficiency” in the requirements for successful completion of Phase I, Phase II, and Phase III of the Education Teacher Performance Assessment (edTPA), by submitting and successfully achieving a passing grade on the completed edTPA, in order to become eligible for licensure by the State of Illinois. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Teacher Education program and concurrent enrollment in Student Teaching, or permission of the Director of Teacher Education. UG
Engineering
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ENGR 101 - Engineering Design I
3 hours
An introduction to university-level engineering studies, the engineering profession, engineering graphics, and the engineering design process. Principles of academic success; professionalism; teamwork; technical graphics; and engineering drawings. Computer-Aided design using Creo Parametric and AutoCAD. Hands-on design projects. Every fall. Prereq/Corequisite(s): MATH 131 or higher. Lecture and lab UG -
ENGR 102 - Engineering Design II
3 hours
Continuation of Engineering Design I. Advanced use of computer-aided analytical and graphical design tools, including Creo Parametric and Excel for technical analysis. Terminology and tools for the engineering design process, teamwork, and project management. Graphical and analytical design projects. Prerequisite(s): ENGR 101 Prereq/Corequisite(s): MATH 147 UG -
ENGR 107 - Computational Engineering
3 hours
Fundamentals of computers and computer programming emphasizing elementary engineering numerical analysis and matrices. Matlab™ and C/C++ programming tools. Every semester. Laboratory experience UG -
ENGR 210 - Thermo-Fluids Engineering
3 hours
An introduction to thermal engineering topics for the non-mechanical engineering student. Properties of substances; system and control volume analyses; First and Second Laws; energy and momentum balances; internal & external flows; heat conduction, convection, and radiation; heat exchangers. Offered every spring. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 103 and PHYS 202 . UG -
ENGR 211 - Statics and Mechanics of Materials
3 hours
Introduction to fundamental mechanics applications of vector calculus; analysis of force systems; equilibrium of two- and three-dimensional systems; trusses, frames, friction; introduction to virtual work; centroids and area moments of inertia; relationship between internal stresses and deformations produced by external forces acting on simple elastic structures; normal and shear stresses and deformations produced by tensile, compressive, torsional, and bending loading of members; states of stress and failure; deflection of beams; elastic strain energy and impact loading; analysis of composites; stability and buckling of columns. Offered every fall. Prerequisite(s): PHYS 201 . UG -
ENGR 215 - Dynamics
3 hours
Introduction to engineering dynamics; kinematics and kinetics of three-dimensional motion of particles, systems of particles, and rigid bodies; translating and rotating reference frames, space mechanics; work-energy, impulse-momentum, and impact problems; introduction to vibrations; topics in matrix algebra, MATLAB applications, numerical methods, and dynamic system modeling and design. Offered every spring. Prerequisite(s): ENGR 211 . UG -
ENGR 220 - Electrical Circuits & Systems
3 hours
Basic principles of electric circuit analysis and digital electronic circuits. Kirchoff’s laws, loop and nodal analysis, transient analysis, steady state sinusoidal analysis, transformers, operational amplifiers, semiconductor devices and physics, digital logic gates and analog to digital conversion. Offered every semester Prereq/Corequisite(s): PHYS 202 UG -
ENGR 221 - Digital Systems
3 hours
Design of digital circuits with logic gate integrated circuits and microcontrollers. Binary arithmetic and codes, Boolean function simplification, combinational and sequential logic circuits. Offered every fall. Corequisite(s): computer programming experience. Laboratory experience. UG -
ENGR 222 - Electric Circuit Analysis
3 hours
Principles of linear electric circuit analysis. Kirchoff’s laws, nodal and loop analysis, superposition and source substitution, dependent sources, operational amplifiers, transient analysis, Laplace transform analysis, steady state sinusoidal analysis, steady state power analysis, polyphase circuits and transformers. Offered every spring. Corequisite(s): Prereq/Corequisite(s): MATH 357 , PHYS 202 UG -
ENGR 235 - Introduction to Environmental Engineering
3 hours
Sources, characteristics, transport, and effects of air and water contaminants; biological, chemical, and physical processes in water; atmospheric structure and composition; unit operations for air and water quality control; solid waste management; environmental quality standards. Offered every fall. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 103 . UG -
ENGR 241 - Microprocessors
3 hours
Fundamentals of microprocessors. Internal organization, microprocessor instruction sets and microprocessor interfaces into larger systems. Offered every spring. Prerequisite(s): ENGR 221 . UG -
ENGR 251 - Transportation Planning & Analysis
3 hours
Analysis and design of solutions to transportation problems; introduction to selected operations research and statistical analysis techniques; use of case studies in urban transportation, intercity passenger transport, and freight movements. Offered spring of odd years. Prerequisite(s): ENGR 211 UG -
ENGR 255 - Introduction to Architectural Engineering
3 hours
An introduction to architectural engineering by examining and comparing different construction methods highlighting the advantages and disadvantages of each. Also an overview of the different building systems involved in building design and their respective engineering disciplines (electrical, mechanical, civil, plumbing, structural, etc.). Offered every fall. Prerequisite(s): ENGR 102 . UG -
ENGR 311 - Material Science
4 hours
Structure, properties, and processing of metallic, polymeric, ceramic, composite and semiconductor materials. Perfect and imperfect solids; phase equilibria; transformation, kinetics; mechanical behavior; material degradation. Offered every fall. Prerequisite(s): PHYS 201 , CHEM 103 , ENGR 211 . Laboratory experience. UG -
ENGR 312 - Thermodynamics
4 hours
Introduction to classical thermodynamics through the second law; system and control volume analyses of thermodynamic processes; entropy and irreversibility; relations among thermodynamic properties; and introduction to power and refrigeration cycles. Offered every fall. Prerequisite(s): PHYS 202 , MATH 148 , and CHEM 103 . Lecture and lab. UG -
ENGR 314 - Computer Aided Engineering
3 hours
Numerical methods for engineering analysis. Linear systems, numerical errors, numerical differentiation and integration, solution of differential equations, finite difference methods, Galerkin-finite element method. Projects using commercial finite element software. Offered every fall. Prerequisite(s): ENGR 101 , ENGR 107 , ENGR 211 . Prereq/Corequisite(s): MATH 357 UG -
ENGR 315 - Fluid Mechanics
3 hours
Fluid properties; fluid statics, continuity, momentum, and energy principles, laminar and turbulent flow, boundary layers, dimensional analysis and similarity, flow in ducts and tubes, lift and drag, turbomachinery. Offered every spring. Prerequisite(s): MATH 357 , ENGR 312 . UG -
ENGR 321 - Digital Electronics
3 hours
Design and analysis of circuits containing diodes, BJTs, and MOSFETs with emphasis on logic device implementations. Offered every fall. Prerequisite(s): ENGR 222 . Prereq/Corequisite(s): ENGR 221 UG -
ENGR 322 - Analog Electronics
4 hours
Analog signal processing techniques. Passive and active filters, operational amplifiers and transistor amplifiers. Offered every spring. Prerequisite(s): ENGR 222 . Laboratory. UG -
ENGR 323 - Automatic Controls
4 hours
Operational techniques used in describing the behavior of dynamic systems. Elements of modeling, equilibrium and linearization, Laplace transformation techniques, system response via the transfer function, block diagrams and computer simulation, matrix operations, system response via state variables and stability. Offered every spring. Prerequisite(s): ENGR 215 , MATH 357 and ENGR 220 or ENGR 222 . Laboratory experience. UG -
ENGR 335 - Engineering Sustainability
3 hours
Overview of sustainable engineering principles. Relationship to existing standards and practices. Specific topics include water treatment and management and building design and construction. Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) methodology is covered. Offered spring of even years. Prerequisite(s): ENGR 210 , ENGR 235 . UG -
ENGR 336 - Air Pollution Control
3 hours
Study of the formation and control of air pollutants and the effect on humans and the environment. Introduces regulatory framework and current and future technologies. Offered spring of odd years. Prerequisite(s): ENGR 210 , ENGR 235 . UG -
ENGR 341 - Embedded Systems
3 hours
Principles and practices of modern embedded systems design. Input and output systems, timers, interrupt processing, communications protocols, sensors and actuators. Appropriate selection of system components. Programming in C and assembly language. Offered every fall. Prerequisite(s): ENGR 221 . UG -
ENGR 351 - Structural Analysis
3 hours
Introduction to the principles of structural analysis with an emphasis on its application to building systems and building design. Offered every fall. Prerequisite(s): ENGR 211 . UG -
ENGR 352 - Structural Steel Design
3 hours
Application of the techniques from ENGR 351 to the area of using structural steel in building design. Offered spring of even years. Prerequisite(s): ENGR 351 . UG -
ENGR 353 - Reinforced Concrete Design
3 hours
Application of the techniques from ENGR 351 to the area of using reinforced concrete in building design. Offered spring of odd years. Prerequisite(s): ENGR 351 . UG -
ENGR 354 - Introduction to Soil Mechanics
3 hours
A focus on the fundamental properties and behavior of soils as engineering materials including the following topics: Introduction to the nature and origin of soil and rocks; engineering classification of soil; soil compaction; permeability and seepage, engineering behavior and properties of soils; compressibility; shear strength of soil; lateral earth pressure; and soil-bearing capacity for foundations. Also includes various laboratory tests to determine the characteristics and mechanical properties of soil according to the procedures and standards set by the American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM). Offered fall of even years Prerequisite(s): ENGR 211 . UG -
ENGR 355 - Building Information Modeling
3 hours
An introduction to Building Information Modeling (BIM) using the Revit® modeling software package from AutoDesk. Offered every spring. Prerequisite(s): ENGR 255 . UG -
ENGR 356 - Collection & Pumping of Water & Wastewater
3 hours
Design basics of sanitary and potable water conveyance systems. Includes the hydraulic design and analysis of both gravity and pressure systems, along with the use of pumping in these systems. Offered spring of even years. Prerequisite(s): ENGR 210 , ENGR 235 . UG -
ENGR 361 - Material and Energy Balances
4 hours
Fundamentals of material and energy balances on reactive and non-reactive chemical processes. Efficient means of calculation and computer simulation along with presentation techniques are emphasized. The concepts of vapor pressure, humidification, and First Law analysis are stressed. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 104 , MATH 147 , PHYS 201 . UG -
ENGR 381 - Operations Management
3 hours
Introduction to deterministic optimization modeling and algorithms. Emphasis on formulation and solution of linear programs, networks flows, and integer programs. Introduction to probabilistic models including Markov chains, Poisson processes, and their application to queueing systems. Topics include Forecasting Models, Scheduling, Linear Programming and Supply Chain Management. Offered fall of odd years. Prerequisite(s): ACCT 110 . UG -
ENGR 382 - Industrial Applications of Statistics
3 hours
The application of statistics to the effective design and analysis of industrial studies relating to manufacturing and human factors engineering in order to optimize the utilization of equipment and resources. Emphasis on conducting these studies at the least cost. Specific topics include Statistical Process Control, Statistical Quality Control, Six Sigma and Inventory Control. Offered spring of odd years. Prerequisite(s): MATH 147 UG -
ENGR 395 - Co-op Work Internship
0 hours
This structured program provides students with a hands-on, paid experience working in the engineering field. Students typically participate in three semesters (one in summer) of co-op alternated with enrollment in traditional course work. This zero-credit course allows students to maintain full-time status at the university during the co-op experience. A fee is assessed for this course each semester of the co-op. -
ENGR 401 - Senior Design Project I
2 hours
Part one of the capstone engineering experience. Student teams or individuals solve a real-world problem for a local company or organization. Students work under the supervision of a company or organization contact and meet regularly with instructor. Students keep a design journal and are responsible to meet the following deliverables: Project/System Requirements Review in class, Design Review 1 for faculty and a Project Proposal Report. This course also prepares students for the engineering profession or graduate school with several seminar topics and a review for the Fundamentals of Engineering Exam. Offered every fall. Prerequisite(s): Senior status in Engineering. Prereq/Corequisite(s): ENGR 404 UG -
ENGR 402 - Senior Design Project II
2 hours
Part two of the capstone engineering experience. Student teams or individuals solve a real-world problem for a local company or organization. Students work under the supervision of a company or organization contact and meet regularly with instructor. Students keep a design journal and are responsible to meet the following deliverables: Design Review 2 (Prototype Review) in class, Design Review 3 (Implementation Review) for faculty, and a Design Report, including design documentation. This course also prepares students for the engineering profession or graduate school with several seminar topics and a review for the state Fundamentals of Engineering Exam, which is taken in April. Offered every spring. Prerequisite(s): ENGR 401 . UG -
ENGR 403 - Engineering Economics
3 hours
Application by engineers of economic and financial principles to capital investment. Analysis by present worth, annual cash flow, rate of return, benefit-cost, and replacement considerations. Depreciation, taxes, inflation, probability and risk, and evaluation of optimum use of resources. Offered every spring. UG -
ENGR 404 - Technical Communication and Experimental Design
3 hours
Study of the fundamental principles of technical communication in science and engineering, including preparation of technical reports and composition, and preparation and delivery of oral presentations. Emphasis is placed upon proper design of the experimental technique as well as use of statistics to provide validity of the communication. Offered every fall. Prerequisite(s): two laboratory science courses. UG -
ENGR 405 - International Engineering
3 hours
This course would consist of a trip to an international country exploring some of the engineering practices and applications in that country and relating the experience back to applications of communications and ethics in the American culture. UG -
ENGR 411 - Vibration Analysis
4 hours
Free and forced vibration of discrete and continuous systems. Lagrange’s equation, Fourier series, Laplace transforms; matrix and computational methods. Application to practical engineering problems. Offered every fall. Prerequisite(s): ENGR 215 , MATH 357 . UG -
ENGR 412 - Machine Design and Dynamics
3 hours
The basic elements used in machine design are introduced, which includes the characteristics of gears, bearings, shafts, keys, couplings, fasteners, and springs. Types of mechanisms, linkage analysis, and kinematic synthesis will also be introduced. Offered every fall. Prerequisite(s): ENGR 215 , MATH 148 . UG -
ENGR 415 - Heat Transfer
4 hours
Steady and transient heat conduction. Natural and forced convection. Heat exchangers. Radiation heat transfer. Principles and applications. Offered every spring. Prerequisite(s): MATH 357 , ENGR 215 , ENGR 312 . Laboratory experience. UG -
ENGR 421 - Circuits and Signal Processing
3 hours
Fundamentals of continuous and discrete signals and systems. Laplace transforms, Z transforms, Fourier transforms, digital signal processing, sampling issues, circuit modeling and analog and digital filters. Offered every fall. Prerequisite(s): ENGR 222 . UG -
ENGR 422 - Communication Systems
4 hours
Methods and issues related to communication systems. Analog and digital modulations, error detecting and correcting codes and noise. Offered every spring. Prerequisite(s): ENGR 421 . Laboratory. UG -
ENGR 423 - Electromagnetics
3 hours
Application of Maxwell’s equations and demonstration of how these equations govern electrical engineering. Static and time changing electric and magnetic fields, electromagnetic waves, transmission lines, antennas and radiation. Offered every fall. Prerequisite(s): PHYS 202 , MATH 261 , MATH 357 . UG -
ENGR 435 - Solid and Hazardous Waste
3 hours
Overview of municipal and industrial waste management from an engineering, social, and regulatory perspective. Includes design and economic analysis, with focus on landfills, incineration, and other technologies. Offered fall of odd years. Prerequisite(s): ENGR 210 , ENGR 235 . UG -
ENGR 441 - Computer Architecture
3 hours
Structure and design of computing systems. Examination and analysis of computing systems and instruction set architectures, pipelined control and arithmetic units, vector processors, memory hierarchies, and performance evaluation. Offered every spring. Prerequisite(s): ENGR 241 . UG -
ENGR 451 - Storm Water Hydraulics/Hydrology
3 hours
The fundamental aspects of watershed hydrology and the hydraulics associated with basic storm sewer and detention pond designs. Offered fall of odd years. Prerequisite(s): ENGR 211 . UG -
ENGR 452 - Site Design
3 hours
Application of engineering design principles to planning and constructing sustainable site civil works for residential, commercial and industrial uses; data collection, feasibility study, preliminary design, final design and specifications, and bidding and contract documents; triple bottom line analysis. Offered spring of even years. Prerequisite(s): ENGR 102 . UG -
ENGR 455 - Construction Management
3 hours
An introduction to job costing in the design phase, engineer’s estimates throughout the design phase, value engineering, and scheduling concerns during the design phase. Construction materials will also be examined with an emphasis on sustainability in building construction. Offered spring of odd years. UG -
ENGR 456 - Electrical Building Systems
3 hours
Survey of the electrical systems used in building systems. General design considerations are explored, such as service voltage, distribution topologies, lighting design, low voltage systems, etc. including basic electrical design calculations and applications. Offered spring of even years. Prerequisite(s): ENGR 220 ,or ENGR 222 , ENGR 255 . UG -
ENGR 457 - Mechanical Building Systems
3 hours
Survey of the mechanical systems used in building systems. General design considerations are explored, such as HVAC systems, plumbing, fire protection, etc. including basic mechanical design calculations and applications. Offered fall of odd years. Prerequisite(s): ENGR 210 or ENGR 312 /ENGR 315 /ENGR 415 , ENGR 255 . UG -
ENGR 461 - Mass Transfer & Staging Operations
3 hours
Theory, design and evaluation of diffusional and staged mass transfer processes including distillation, absorption and extraction, leaching and membrane separations. Computer-aided design methods. Offered every fall. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 493 . UG -
ENGR 462 - Kinetics & Reactor Design
3 hours
Analysis and interpretation of kinetic data and catalytic phenomena; application of basic engineering principles to chemical reactor design. Offered every spring. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 493 . UG -
ENGR 481 - Manufacturing Processes and Work Analysis
3 hours
Principal manufacturing processes; metal cutting, grinding and metal forming operations, machine tools, and tools and tooling. Nontraditional machining and welding. Introduction to computer-aided manufacturing and computer-aided graphics and design, N/C programming, robots, and flexible manufacturing systems. Fundamentals of work methods and measurement. Applications of engineering, psychological, and physiological principles to the analysis and design of human work systems. Offered spring of even years. Prerequisite(s): ENGR 381 . UG -
ENGR 501 - Senior Design I
2 hours
This course is an extension of ENGR 401 facilitating dual credit for MEM program. This course would be taken in lieu of ENGR 401. UG -
ENGR 502 - Senior Design II
2 hours
This course is an extension of ENGR 402 facilitating dual credit for MEM program. This course would be taken in lieu of ENGR 402. UG -
ENGR 503 - Engineering Economics
3 hours
This course is an extension of ENGR 403 facilitating dual credit for MEM program. This course would be taken in lieu of ENGR 403. UG -
ENGR 504 - Technical Communications & Experiment Design
3 hours
This course is an extension of ENGR 404 facilitating dual credit for MEM program. This course would be taken in lieu of ENGR 404. UG -
ENGR 505 - International Engineering
3 hours
This course would consist of a trip to an international country exploring some of the engineering practices and applications in that country and relating the experience back to applications of communications and ethics in the American culture. UG
English
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ENGL 109 - College Writing I
3 hours
First-year course that emphasizes writing with sources. Promotes the development of writing skills and critical thinking about written and visual texts. Begins with summary and progresses to an argumentative synthesis paper with emphasis on thesis development, organization, and evidence. Students become familiar with MLA documentation. Students must complete the course with a grade of C- or above to enroll in ENGL 208 /ENGL 209 /ENGL 210 . Prerequisite(s): ACT English score of 16 or above. UG -
ENGL 120 - Introduction to Theatre
3 hours
Same as COMM 120 . UG -
ENGL 125 - Introduction to English Studies
3 hours
An introduction to the major, this course includes a review of literary terms, of writing literary analyses, and of practical grammar and usage rules. It may be taken concurrently with either ENGL 109 or ENGL 209 , but must precede any other course in the English/English education major. Offered each fall semester. Student must pass this course with C- or better to enroll in 200-level English major courses. UG -
ENGL 141 - Introduction to Journalism
3 hours
Same as COMM 141 . UG -
ENGL 202 - Introduction to Creative Writing
3 hours
Emphasis on the writing of fiction and poetry. Students experiment with personal experience writing and with various techniques in writing fiction and poetry, particularly open form poetry. Students are required to submit writing to the University literary magazine for possible publication. Prerequisite(s): C- or above in ENGL 109 . UG -
ENGL 208 - College Writing II
3 hours
Writing course designed to build on the skills demonstrated in ENGL 109 . Focuses on the process of inquiry and emphasizes research, evaluation, analysis, synthesis, and documentation sources in CMS. Emphasizes writing in the disciplines. Prereq/Corequisite(s): C- or above in ENGL 109 . UG -
ENGL 209 - College Writing II
3 hours
Writing course designed to build on the skills demonstrated in ENGL 109 . Focuses on the process of inquiry and emphasizes research, evaluation, analysis, synthesis, and documentation sources in MLA style. Emphasizes writing in the disciplines. Prerequisite(s): C- or above in ENGL 109 . UG -
ENGL 210 - College Writing II
3 hours
Writing course designed to build on the skills demonstrated in ENGL 109 . Focuses on the process of inquiry and emphasizes research, evaluation, analysis, synthesis, and documentation sources in APA style. Emphasizes writing in the disciplines. Prerequisite(s): C- or above in ENGL 109 . UG -
ENGL 220 - Introduction to Writing Fiction and Nonfiction
3 hours
Writing is a process that can be taught, and people evolve as writers by learning to draft, revise, and polish their writing for different audiences and purposes. This course examines various conventions of fiction and nonfiction, including the examination of techniques used in short stories, flash fiction, one-act monologues, and nonfiction writing. This workshop-style course will provide students the opportunity to craft their writing process as they draft fiction and nonfiction selections for a writing portfolio. Students are required to submit writing to the University literary magazine for possible publication. Prerequisite(s): C- or above in ENGL 109 . UG -
ENGL 222 - Introduction to Writing Poetry
3 hours
Writing is a process that can be taught, and people evolve as writers by learning to draft, revise, and polish their writing for different audiences and purposes. This courses examines various poetic conventions, including the examination of techniques used in traditional forms and free-verse poetry. This workshop-style course will provide students the opportunity to craft their writing process as they draft poems for a writing portfolio. Students are required to submit writing to the University literary magazine for possible publication. Prerequisite(s): C- or above in ENGL 109 . UG -
ENGL 301 - Understanding Language: An Introduction to Linguistics
3 hours
A study of language as a means of communication, its purposes, and uses in society. Emphasis is on sounds, word formation, language meaning, and language varieties. Includes four hours of field experience for ESL minors. Prerequisite(s): C- or above in ENGL 109 . UG -
ENGL 303 - Descriptive English Grammar
3 hours
A study of grammar and its acquisition. Attention given to traditional, structural, transformational-generative, and cognitive grammars. Central to the course is the analysis of sentence structure and the study of usage. Includes eight hours of field experience for ESL minors. Prerequisite(s): C- or above in ENGL 109 . UG -
ENGL 306 - Advanced Writing
3 hours
Examination of one’s writing process, voice, style, and skills that reflect awareness of language, logic, organization, and usage. Activities include personal, imaginative, and informational writing in a non-graded workshop environment. Students also complete specific writing assignments in their major disciplines. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 208 , ENGL 209 or ENGL 210 . UG -
ENGL 311 - Business Communications and Technical Writing
3 hours
A course in analytical writing with specific application to various types of communication in business and organizations. Work will be case-oriented with an emphasis on the development of writing styles and strategies to meet situations in practical communication. Includes a 30-hour practicum. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 208 , ENGL 209 or ENGL 210 . UG -
ENGL 321 - Teaching Reading through Young Adult Literature
2 hours
Designed to teach reading strategies and assessment techniques through the genre of young adult literature. Introduces the genre of texts targeted for adolescent/young adult readers. Prepares teachers of middle and secondary English language arts to develop reader-centered approaches and multicultural curricula for teaching and learning in a diverse society. Offered in alternate fall semesters. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 335 or consent of the instructor. UG -
ENGL 329 - Writing Fiction and Poetry
3 hours
Continued instruction and guided workshop in the writing of poetry and fiction. Students develop works in fiction and poetry through the study of professional models and involvement in the writing process. Student are required to submit writing to the University literary magazine and other markets for possible publication. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 202 . UG -
ENGL 330 - Visual Literacy
2 hours
A study concerned with helping students develop an informed and critical understanding of the nature of visual media, the techniques used in visual representation, and the impact of these techniques on the individual and society. Emphasis is on the interpretation of visual text, such as photographs, paintings, graphics, television, video, and film. Prerequisite(s): C- or above in ENGL 109 . UG -
ENGL 335 - Reading in the Content Areas
2 hours
Introduction to the principles and processes of reading. Emphasizes methods of reading instruction and assessment appropriate to middle and secondary education. Attention given to reading instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners. Offered each spring semester. Prerequisite(s): C or above in ENGL 109 . UG -
ENGL 450 - Professional Portfolio Preparation
1 hour
A capstone course for both tracks of the writing minor. Emphasizes professional considerations in beginning a career that requires writing expertise. Students develop a portfolio of work from writing experiences to help market their skills. UG -
ENGL 477 - Senior Seminar
1 hour
As a Capstone experience, this course emphasizes synthesis of the major curriculum. It focuses on the development of a philosophy paper related to the discipline of English and its integration with faith, learning, and living. Other considerations include preparation for graduate entrance examinations (GRE, NTE, MAT), graduate study, and professional readiness for careers. Assessment of the major takes place through a national test of literature, a formal interview, resume, and Capstone paper/presentation. Students must be classified as seniors to take this course. UG
English As a Second Language
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ESL 350 - Theoretical Foundations of Teaching ESL
3 hours
A study of the major theories and principles of language learning and teaching. Attention is given not only to the comparison and contrast of first and second language acquisition, but also to the study of learners’ interlanguage and the pragmatic functions of language. Includes eight hours of field experience. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 208 , ENGL 209 or ENGL 210 . UG -
ESL 360 - Methods and Materials for Teaching ESL
3 hours
A study of ESL teaching methods and techniques. Attention is given not only to the criteria for evaluating and selecting ESL learning materials appropriate to learners’ needs, but also to ESL curriculum design. Includes ten hours of field experience. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 208 , ENGL 209 or ENGL 210 . UG -
ESL 370 - Assessment of the Bilingual Student
3 hours
A study of the foundations of and research in language testing. Topics include the theoretical and practical aspects of bilingual testing as well as the planning, writing, and administration of tests. Includes six hours of field experience. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 208 , ENGL 209 or ENGL 210 . UG -
ESL 380 - Cross-Cultural Studies for Teaching Limited-English Proficient Students
3 hours
A study of cultural differences and how they affect communication, both in the ESL classroom and in the speech community. Attention is given to the relationship between language and culture and to the methods of incorporating culture into the ESL classroom. Includes four hours of field experience. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 208 , ENGL 209 or ENGL 210 . UG -
ESL 391 - Field Experience I
1 hour
Students will complete 30 hours of practicum at approved sites. Practicum with K-12 ESL students under the supervision of someone with ESL teaching experience. Students must properly register for ESL 390 and submit a proposal to the ESL Coordinator for approval. If taken over the summer, summer tuition fees apply and must be paid in full at the time of registration. Upon completing the practicum hours, students will submit an Evaluation Form completed by the supervisor, as well as a Reflection Paper. Prerequisite(s): ESL 350 or ESL 360 . UG -
ESL 491 - Field Experience II
1 hour
Students will complete 30 hours of student teaching instruction in an ESL classroom the week after they complete their regular (content) student teaching experience. This placement will be arranged by the School of Education’s Clinical Placement Officer and the ESL Practicum Coordinator. During the student teaching experience, an Olivet professor will observe and evaluate the student’s teaching. The cooperating teacher will also complete an Evaluation Form. At the end of the student teaching experience, students will complete a reflection paper. Prerequisite(s): ESL 391 . UG
Environmental Science
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ENVI 310 - Environmental Science, Technology, and Society for Teachers
4 hours
Environmental science, ecological principles, the Earth’s weather, and the interrelationships of science, technology, and society. Historical and contemporary contexts will be emphasized. Laboratory will utilize a wide range of instructional resources and technologies supportive of scientific learning for the classroom. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 201 or BIOL 125 , EDUC 140 . Three hours lecture, two hours laboratory. UG -
ENVI 395 - Seminar in Environmental Science
½ hour
Discussion-oriented course to investigate current topics of importance for Environmental Science majors. Particular topics will include environmental philosophy and ethics, environmental law, and examination of competing interests that impact environmental issues. Emphasis will be placed on problem-solving and developing professional skills. Two semesters required for Environmental Science majors. UG -
ENVI 450 - Research/Internship in Environmental Science
3 hours
A research or intern experience in the student’s area of interest as related to the environment. Research will include library, laboratory, and/ or field work. An internship may consist of project work and professional cooperation with any number of public or private corporations (e.g., city and county planning commissions, park districts, engineering and consulting companies, state and government agencies, etc.). UG
Exercise and Sports Science
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EXSS 110 - Introduction to Exercise Science
2 hours
This is an entry level course in the field of exercise science. This course provides information on selected topics in the field of exercise science and other related health science disciplines, including: Exercise science history, anatomy, exercise physiology, exercise epidemiology, exercise nutrition, biomechanics, motor control and motor learning, and exercise and sport psychology. This course is designed to introduce you to the field and prepare you for further classes in the exercise science discipline. UG -
EXSS 129 - Principles of Sport Management
3 hours
An introductory course studying the foundations of sport management, marketing, finance, recreation, and ethical principles. An application of these principles into all segments of the sports industry (collegiate, professional, health fitness centers, YMCA, Christian camps, sport ministry, local park districts, and other sports-related careers) is included. Student will be introduced to various employment opportunities available with a sport management major. Guest speakers from various sports-related organizations will share with the class career possibilities in their chosen field. UG -
EXSS 147 - Introduction to Athletic Training
2 hours
Introduction to the field of athletic training, including employment opportunities, personnel, space, equipment, necessary supplies, physical conditioning, and an introduction to the recognition and evaluation associated with common injuries. The course will also include a laboratory time for the rationale of the use of taping and wrapping techniques. UG
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