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DRAFT MOTION

Review and discuss any issues or concerns regarding SDSMT’s curriculum modification

requests prior to them moving forward upon final review and approval by the Interim

System Vice President for Academic Affairs.

ACADEMIC AFFAIRS COUNCIL

AGENDA ITEM: 3 – B (4)

DATE: April 17, 2019

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SUBJECT

Course Modifications – SDSMT

CONTROLLING STATUTE, RULE, OR POLICY

BOR Policy 2:23 – Program and Curriculum Approval

AAC Guideline 1.12 – Institutional Course Curriculum Requests

BACKGROUND / DISCUSSION

The South Dakota School of Mines and Technology has submitted the following course

requests listed in Attachment I. These are under review by the Interim System Vice

President for Academic Affairs and may be accessed on the Institutional Curriculum

Requests Webpage.

IMPACT AND RECOMMENDATION

Upon approval by the Interim System VPAA, the proposal will move forward for entry

into Colleague.

ATTACHMENTS

Attachment I – SDSMT: Institutional Curriculum Requests Summary Form

https://www.sdbor.edu/policy/Documents/2-23.pdf

https://www.sdbor.edu/administrative-offices/academics/academic-affairs-guidelines/Documents/2_Guidelines/2_3A_Guideline.pdf

https://www.sdbor.edu/administrative-offices/academics/aac/Institutional_Curriculum_Requests/Pages/default.aspx

https://www.sdbor.edu/administrative-offices/academics/aac/Institutional_Curriculum_Requests/Pages/default.aspx

SOUTH DAKOTA BOARD OF REGENTS

ACADEMIC AFFAIRS FORMS

Institutional Curriculum Requests

Institution: SD School of Mines and Technology Date: 4/01/2019

Institutional representatives should provide direct links to PDF documents for each of the curriculum requests

represented below. All requests should be posted on the campus Curriculum and Instruction website one week prior

to the Academic Affairs Council meeting where the curriculum request is being considered.

New Course Requests

Prefix & Number Course Title Approval

MES 600 Cyber-Physical-Social System for Understanding & Thwarting

the Illicit Economy

EE 110 Explore Electrical and Electronics Engineering

EE 110L Explore Electrical and Electronics Engineering Lab

EE 120 Foundations of Electrical and Electronics Engineering

EE 120L Foundations of Electrical and Electronics Engineering Lab

EE 250/250L Electronic Sensors and Actuators/Lab

Revised Course Requests – Unique Courses

Prefix & Number Course Title Approval

CSC 110 Survey of Computer Science and Mathematics

Revised Course Requests – Common Courses

CSC 410/510 Parallel Computing

CSC 433/533 Computer Graphics

CSC 445/545 Theory of Computation

CSC 447/547 Artificial Intelligence

Courses referenced above for approval have been reviewed by the Academic Affairs Council and the System Vice President for

Academic Affairs and may be advanced forward for entry in Colleague. For those courses listed above that did not receive

approval, additional clarification or justification will be necessary and should be re-routed through the curriculum review process

on a separate “Institutional Curriculum Requests” form once all issues have been resolved.

Signature: System Vice President for Academic Affairs Date

ATTACHMENT I 2

http://www.hpcnet.org/cgi-bin/global/a_bus_card.cgi?SiteID=424050#x











AAC Form 1.5 – New Course Request (Last Revised 10/2018 – Clerical )

SOUTH DAKOTA BOARD OF REGENTS ACADEMIC AFFAIRS FORMS

New Course Request

Use this form to request a new common or unique course. Consult the system database through Colleague or the Course Inventory Report for information about existing courses before submitting this form. SDSM&T Materials Engineering and Science Institution Division/Department 10/29/2018 Institutional Approval Signature Date

Section 1. Course Title and Description If the course contains a lecture and laboratory component, identify both the lecture and laboratory numbers (xxx and xxxL) and credit hours associated with each. Provide the complete description as you wish it to appear in the system database in Colleague and the Course Inventory Report including pre-requisites, co-requisites, and registration restrictions. Prefix & No. Course Title Credits MES 600 Cyber-Physical-Social System for Understanding & Thwarting the

Illicit Economy 1

NOTE: The Enrollment Services Center assigns the short, abbreviated course title that appears on transcripts. The short title is limited to 30 characters (including spaces); meaningful but concise titles are encouraged due to space limitations in Colleague. Course Description The course will explore the cyber, physical and social underpinnings that have allowed the modern illicit economy to thrive. In addition, the course will cover content with technologies and strategies that can be used to help disrupt the illicit economy. NOTE: Course descriptions are short, concise summaries that typically do not exceed 75 words. DO: Address the content of the course and write descriptions using active verbs (e.g., explore, learn, develop, etc.). DO NOT: Repeat the title of the course, layout the syllabus, use pronouns such as “we” and “you,” or rely on specialized jargon, vague phrases, or clichés. Pre-requisites or Co-requisites (add lines as needed) Prefix & No. Course Title Pre-Req/Co-Req? Registration Restrictions none

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http://apps.sdbor.edu/ris-reporting/CourseInventoryOptions.cfm



Section 2. Review of Course 2.1. Was the course first offered as an experimental course (place an “X” in the appropriate

box)? ☐ Yes (if yes, provide the course information below) ☒ No

2.2. Will this be a unique or common course (place an “X” in the appropriate box)?

If the request is for a unique course, verify that you have reviewed the common course catalog via Colleague and the system Course Inventory Report to determine if a comparable common course already exists. List the two closest course matches in the common course catalog and provide a brief narrative explaining why the proposed course differs from those listed. If a search of the common course catalog determines an existing common course exists, complete the Authority to Offer an Existing Course Form.

Prefix & No. Course Title Credits BLAW 556 Cyberlaw 3 ENGM 675 Legal and Ethical Issues in Engineering Management 3 Provide explanation of differences between proposed course and existing system catalog courses below: BLAW 556 only covers legal aspects, no STEM coverage. ENGM 675 only covers legal and ethical issues , no STEM coverage.

☐ Common Course Indicate universities that are proposing this common course:

☐ BHSU ☐ DSU ☐ NSU ☐ SDSMT ☐ SDSU ☐ USD Section 3. Other Course Information 3.1. Are there instructional staffing impacts?

☐ No. Replacement of (course prefix, course number, name of course, credits) *Attach course deletion form

Effective date of deletion: Click here to enter a date.

☒ No. Schedule Management, explain below: Dr. Kellar will manage the course as part of his regular instructional load.

☐ Yes. Specify below: 3.2. Existing program(s) in which course will be offered: Materials Engineering and Science graduate program 3.3. Proposed instructional method by university: Lecture and online

☒ Unique Course

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3.4. Proposed delivery method by university: 025 DDN Host/Send Site

3.5. Term change will be effective: Fall 2019 3.6. Can students repeat the course for additional credit?

☐ Yes, total credit limit: ☒ No 3.7. Will grade for this course be limited to S/U (pass/fail)?

☐ Yes ☒ No 3.8. Will section enrollment be capped?

☐ Yes, max per section: ☒ No 3.9. Will this course equate (i.e., be considered the same course for degree completion) with

any other unique or common courses in the common course system database in Colleague and the Course Inventory Report?

☐ Yes ☒ No If yes, indicate the course(s) to which the course will equate (add lines as needed): Prefix & No. Course Title

3.10. Is this prefix approved for your university?

☒ Yes ☐ No If no, provide a brief justification below:

Section 4. Department and Course Codes (Completed by University Academic Affairs)

4.1. University Department Code:

4.2. Proposed CIP Code:

Is this a new CIP code for the university? ☐ Yes ☐ No

ATTACHMENT I 5


http://nces.ed.gov/ipeds/cipcode/default.aspx?y=55


NEW COURSE REQUEST Supporting Justification for On-Campus Review

Jon Kellar Click here to enter a

date. Request Originator Signature Date

Jon Kellar Click here to enter a

date. Department Chair Signature Date

Click here to enter a

date. School/College Dean Signature Date

1. Provide specific reasons for the proposal of this course and explain how the changes enhance

the curriculum. The course is an outgrowth of undergraduate and graduate research in South Dakota, and will compliment these research activities and provide a unique foundational basis for student training in a nationally important area (the illicit economy).

2. Note whether this course is: ☐ Required ☒ Elective 3. In addition to the major/program in which this course is offered, what other majors/programs

will be affected by this course? none 4. If this will be a dual listed course, indicate how the distinction between the two levels will be

made. not dual listed 5. Desired section size 15 6. Provide qualifications of faculty who will teach this course. List name(s), rank(s), and

degree(s). Jon Kellar, PhD, Metallurgical Engineering William Cross, PhD, Metallurgical Engineering Jeffry Woldstad, PhD, Industrial Engineering Ashley Podhradsky, DSc, Information Assurance Randy Hoover, PhD, Computer Science Grant Crawford, PhD, Materials Science and Engineering Julie Yingling, PhD, Sociology Jun Liu, PhD, Management Information Systems

7. Note whether adequate facilities are available and list any special equipment needed for the

course. no special equipment needed 8. Note whether adequate library and media support are available for the course. library and

media support are adequate

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9. Will the new course duplicate courses currently being offered on this campus? ☐ Yes ☒ No If yes, provide justification.

10. If this course may be offered for variable credit, explain how the amount of credit at each

offering is to be determined. Course will not offered for variable credit. 11. Add any additional comments that will aid in the evaluation of this request.

The course will be developed with the support of a National Science Foundation supported National Research Traineeship program.

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New Course Request

Use this form to request a new common or unique course. Consult the system database through Colleague or the Course Inventory Report for information about existing courses before submitting this form.

SDSM&T Electrical Engineering Institution Division/Department

Click here to enter

a date. Institutional Approval Signature Date

Section 1. Course Title and Description If the course contains a lecture and laboratory component, identify both the lecture and laboratory numbers (xxx and xxxL) and credit hours associated with each. Provide the complete description as you wish it to appear in the system database in Colleague and the Course Inventory Report including pre-requisites, co-requisites, and registration restrictions. Prefix & No. Course Title Credits EE 110 Explore Electrical and Electronics Engineering (2-0) 2

NOTE: The Enrollment Services Center assigns the short, abbreviated course title that appears on transcripts. The short title is limited to 30 characters (including spaces); meaningful but concise titles are encouraged due to space limitations in Colleague. Course Description A course for first-year students who are interested in or have declared an electrical engineering major. It will introduce the electrical and electronics engineering profession. Topics include: problem solving, numerical analysis concepts, electrical and electronics engineering fundamentals, basic electronic components and their circuit applications, engineering design, professional development, and academic success skills. On-campus students are expected to co-register in EE 110L.

NOTE: Course descriptions are short, concise summaries that typically do not exceed 75 words. DO: Address the content of the course and write descriptions using active verbs (e.g., explore, learn, develop, etc.). DO NOT: Repeat the title of the course, layout the syllabus, use pronouns such as “we” and “you,” or rely on specialized jargon, vague phrases, or clichés. Pre-requisites or Co-requisites (add lines as needed) Prefix & No. Course Title Pre-Req/Co-Req? none

Registration Restrictions none

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Prefix & No. Course Title Credits EE 101L Introduction to Electrical Engineering Lab 0-1 CENG 244/L Introduction to Digital Systems 3-1 Provide explanation of differences between proposed course and existing system catalog courses below: This course is a companion to the requested new courses EE 110L, EE 120, and EE 120L. The targets of these courses are first-year students who have interest in or have declared electrical engineering or advanced high school students who wish to explore the field. They expose students to broad aspects of EE as a career and profession, in addition to providing the basic foundations of electrical engineering analysis and design. EE 110 also covers the basic foundations of digital systems. This 2-credit course is broader than CENG 244 (4 credits) by including professional and career issues and provides less technical depth in digital systems. It differs from SDSU’s 1-credit EE 101L in that it includes only classroom content which can be provided remotely and is focused on digital applications.





☒ Unique Course

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☒ No. Schedule Management, explain below: Since Electrical Engineering program faculty will no longer be required to teach CENG 244/244L, this new course will not increase staffing requirements.

☐ Yes. Specify below:

3.2. Existing program(s) in which course will be offered: BS.EE 3.3. Proposed instructional method by university: R Lecture 3.4. Proposed delivery method by university:

001 Face-to-face term (primary); 015, 018, and 019 (as required)




☒ Yes, max per section: 60 ☐ No 3.9. Will this course equate (i.e., be considered the same course for degree completion) with





Section 4. Department and Course Codes (Completed by University Academic Affairs) 4.1. University Department Code: EE 4.2. Proposed CIP Code: 14.1001 Electrical and Electronics Engineering

Is this a new CIP code for the university? ☐ Yes ☒ No

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Thomas Montoya, PhD

1/15/2019

Request Originator Signature Date

Magesh Rajan, PhD Click here to enter a date. Department Chair Signature Date

Click here to enter a date. School/College Dean Signature Date


the curriculum. This course will be part of a two-semester sequence for students new to the field of electrical and electronics engineering. This course is intended to give new or potential BS.EE students broad exposure to EE as a career and profession and also give them skills and knowledge that will serve as the foundation to their continued coursework in EE.

2. Note whether this course is: ☒ Required ☐ Elective 3. In addition to the major/program in which this course is offered, what other majors/programs

will be affected by this course? None. 4. If this will be a dual listed course, indicate how the distinction between the two levels will be

made. N/A 5. Desired section size 60 students max 6. Provide qualifications of faculty who will teach this course. List name(s), rank(s), and

degree(s).

Neha Choudhary, Lecturer, BS.EE, MS.EE Shannon Thornburg, Lecturer, BS.ME, BS.EE, MS.AAE, PhD.AAE

7. Note whether adequate facilities are available and list any special equipment needed for the course. Current facilities are available and adequate.

8. Note whether adequate library and media support are available for the course. No special requirements.



offering is to be determined. N/A 11. Add any additional comments that will aid in the evaluation of this request.

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New Course Request



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Section 1. Course Title and Description If the course contains a lecture and laboratory component, identify both the lecture and laboratory numbers (xxx and xxxL) and credit hours associated with each. Provide the complete description as you wish it to appear in the system database in Colleague and the Course Inventory Report including pre-requisites, co-requisites, and registration restrictions. Prefix & No. Course Title Credits EE 110L Explore Electrical and Electronics Engineering Lab (0-1) 1

NOTE: The Enrollment Services Center assigns the short, abbreviated course title that appears on transcripts. The short title is limited to 30 characters (including spaces); meaningful but concise titles are encouraged due to space limitations in Colleague. Course Description Hands-on laboratory to accompany EE 110. Students will explore broad applications of electronics through project-based learning activities. On-campus students are expected to co-register in EE 110.

NOTE: Course descriptions are short, concise summaries that typically do not exceed 75 words. DO: Address the content of the course and write descriptions using active verbs (e.g., explore, learn, develop, etc.). DO NOT: Repeat the title of the course, layout the syllabus, use pronouns such as “we” and “you,” or rely on specialized jargon, vague phrases, or clichés. Pre-requisites or Co-requisites (add lines as needed) Prefix & No. Course Title Pre-Req/Co-Req? EE 110 Explore Electrical and Electronics Engineering Pre- or Co-Req




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Prefix & No. Course Title Credits EE 101L Introduction to Electrical Engineering Lab 0-1 CENG 244/L Introduction to Digital Systems 3-1 Provide explanation of differences between proposed course and existing system catalog courses below: This course is a companion to the requested new courses EE 110, EE 120, and EE 120L. The targets of these courses are first-year students who have interest in or have declared an electrical engineering major or advanced high school students who wish to explore the field. These courses expose students to broad aspects of EE as a career and profession, in addition to providing the basic foundations of electrical engineering analysis and design. EE 110L also covers the basic foundations of digital systems. This course is broader than CENG 244 (4 credits) by introducing professional and career issues and provides less technical depth in digital systems. It differs from SDSU’s 1-credit EE 101L in that is focused primarily on digital applications.





☒ No. Schedule Management, explain below:

Since Electrical Engineering program faculty will no longer be required to teach CENG 244/244L, this new course will not increase staffing requirements.


3.2. Existing program(s) in which course will be offered: BS.EE

☒ Unique Course

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3.3. Proposed instructional method by university: L Laboratory 3.4. Proposed delivery method by university: 001 Face-to-face term











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Thomas Montoya, PhD

1/15/2019





the curriculum.

This course will be part of a new two-semester sequence for students new to the field of electrical engineering. The four courses are intended to give new BS.EE students broad exposure to the potential of EE as a career and profession and also to give them skills and knowledge that will serve as the foundation to their continued coursework in EE.


will be affected by this course? None.

4. If this will be a dual listed course, indicate how the distinction between the two levels will be made.

5. Desired section size 25 students max 6. Provide qualifications of faculty who will teach this course. List name(s), rank(s), and

degree(s).



8. Note whether adequate library and media support are available for the course. No special requirements




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New Course Request



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Section 1. Course Title and Description If the course contains a lecture and laboratory component, identify both the lecture and laboratory numbers (xxx and xxxL) and credit hours associated with each. Provide the complete description as you wish it to appear in the system database in Colleague and the Course Inventory Report including pre-requisites, co-requisites, and registration restrictions. Prefix & No. Course Title Credits EE 120 Foundations of Electrical and Electronics Engineering (2-0) 2

NOTE: The Enrollment Services Center assigns the short, abbreviated course title that appears on transcripts. The short title is limited to 30 characters (including spaces); meaningful but concise titles are encouraged due to space limitations in Colleague. Course Description A course for first-year students who are interested in or have declared an electrical engineering major. It will introduce foundational concepts of electrical and electronics engineering, basic electrical components and their circuit applications, problem solving, numerical analysis concepts, and professional development. On-campus students are expected to co-register in EE 120L.

NOTE: Course descriptions are short, concise summaries that typically do not exceed 75 words. DO: Address the content of the course and write descriptions using active verbs (e.g., explore, learn, develop, etc.). DO NOT: Repeat the title of the course, layout the syllabus, use pronouns such as “we” and “you,” or rely on specialized jargon, vague phrases, or clichés. Pre-requisites or Co-requisites (add lines as needed) Prefix & No. Course Title Pre-Req/Co-Req? none


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Prefix & No. Course Title Credits EE 101L Introduction to Electrical Engineering Lab 0-1 CENG 244/L Introduction to Digital Systems 3-1 Provide explanation of differences between proposed course and existing system catalog courses below: This course is a companion to the requested new courses EE 110, EE 110L, and EE 120L. The target of these courses is first-year students who have declared electrical engineering as their major and advanced high school students who wish to explore the field. These courses expose students to broad aspects of EE as a career and profession, in addition to providing the basic foundations of electrical engineering analysis and design. EE 120 also covers the basic foundations of analog electrical circuits. This 2-credit course is different from CENG 244 (4 credits) by including professional and career issues and by focusing on analog electronic circuits rather than digital. It differs from SDSU’s 1-credit EE 101L in that it includes only classroom content which can be provided remotely.





☒ Unique Course

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☒ No. Schedule Management, explain below: Since Electrical Engineering program faculty will no longer be required to teach CENG 244/244L, this new course will not increase staffing requirements.

☐ Yes. Specify below: 3.2. Existing program(s) in which course will be offered: BS.EE 3.3. Proposed instructional method by university: R Lecture 3.4. Proposed delivery method by university:

001 Face-to-face term (primary); 015, 018, and 019 (as required)











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Thomas Montoya, PhD

1/15/2019





the curriculum.

This course will be part of a new two-semester sequence for students new to the field of electrical and electronics engineering. This course is intended to give new or potential BS.EE students broad exposure to EE as a career and profession and also give them skills and knowledge that will serve as the foundation to their continued coursework in EE.



made. 5. Desired section size 60 students max 6. Provide qualifications of faculty who will teach this course. List name(s), rank(s), and

degree(s).







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New Course Request



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Section 1. Course Title and Description If the course contains a lecture and laboratory component, identify both the lecture and laboratory numbers (xxx and xxxL) and credit hours associated with each. Provide the complete description as you wish it to appear in the system database in Colleague and the Course Inventory Report including pre-requisites, co-requisites, and registration restrictions. Prefix & No. Course Title Credits EE 120L Foundations of Electrical and Electronics Engineering Lab (0-1) 1

NOTE: The Enrollment Services Center assigns the short, abbreviated course title that appears on transcripts. The short title is limited to 30 characters (including spaces); meaningful but concise titles are encouraged due to space limitations in Colleague. Course Description Hands-on laboratory to accompany EE 120. Students will explore broad applications of electrical systems through project-based learning activities. On-campus students are expected to co-register in EE 120.

NOTE: Course descriptions are short, concise summaries that typically do not exceed 75 words. DO: Address the content of the course and write descriptions using active verbs (e.g., explore, learn, develop, etc.). DO NOT: Repeat the title of the course, layout the syllabus, use pronouns such as “we” and “you,” or rely on specialized jargon, vague phrases, or clichés. Pre-requisites or Co-requisites (add lines as needed) Prefix & No. Course Title Pre-Req/Co-Req? EE 120 Foundations of Electrical and Electronics Engineering Pre- or Co-Req



box)?

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☐ Yes (if yes, provide the course information below) ☒ No 2.2. Will this be a unique or common course (place an “X” in the appropriate box)?


Prefix & No. Course Title Credits EE 101L Introduction to Electrical Engineering Lab 0-1 CENG 244/L Introduction to Digital Systems 3-1 Provide explanation of differences between proposed course and existing system catalog courses below: This course is a companion to the requested new courses EE 110, EE 110L, and EE 120. The targets of these courses are first-year students who have interest in or have declared an electrical engineering major or advanced high school students who wish to explore the field. They expose students to broad aspects of EE as a career and profession, in addition to providing the basic foundations of electrical engineering analysis and design. EE 120L also covers the basic foundations of analog electrical circuits. This course is different from CENG 244 (4 credits) by introducing professional and career issues and focusing on analog electronic circuits rather than digital. It differs from SDSU’s 1-credit EE 101L in that it accompanies a 2-credit lecture-based course, EE 120, allowing a more in-depth approach to electronic circuit analysis.





☒ No. Schedule Management, explain below:

Since Electrical Engineering program faculty will no longer be required to teach CENG 244/244L, this new course will not increase staffing requirements.


☒ Unique Course

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3.2. Existing program(s) in which course will be offered: BS.EE 3.3. Proposed instructional method by university: L Laboratory 3.4. Proposed delivery method by university: 001 Face-to-face term











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Thomas Montoya, PhD

1/15/2019





the curriculum.

This course will be part of a two-semester sequence for students new to the field of electrical engineering. The four courses are intended to give new BS.EE students broad exposure to the potential of EE as a career and profession and also give them skills and knowledge that will serve as the foundation to their continued coursework in EE.



made. 5. Desired section size 25 students max 6. Provide qualifications of faculty who will teach this course. List name(s), rank(s), and

degree(s).


7. Note whether adequate facilities are available and list any special equipment needed for the course. Current facilities and equipment are available and adequate.





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New Course Request



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Section 1. Course Title and Description If the course contains a lecture and laboratory component, identify both the lecture and laboratory numbers (xxx and xxxL) and credit hours associated with each. Provide the complete description as you wish it to appear in the system database in Colleague and the Course Inventory Report including pre-requisites, co-requisites, and registration restrictions. Prefix & No. Course Title Credits EE 250/250L Electronic Sensors and Actuators/Lab (2-1) 3

NOTE: The Enrollment Services Center assigns the short, abbreviated course title that appears on transcripts. The short title is limited to 30 characters (including spaces); meaningful but concise titles are encouraged due to space limitations in Colleague. Course Description This course introduces a broad overview of electrical and electronic sensors and actuators. The course will examine the basic operation and implementation of electronic sensors and actuators in a wide range of applications for various industries. Electrically powered and controlled actuation will also be explored as applied to a variety of physical situations such as electric power distribution, linear and rotational motion, flow control, and light modulation.

NOTE: Course descriptions are short, concise summaries that typically do not exceed 75 words. DO: Address the content of the course and write descriptions using active verbs (e.g., explore, learn, develop, etc.). DO NOT: Repeat the title of the course, layout the syllabus, use pronouns such as “we” and “you,” or rely on specialized jargon, vague phrases, or clichés. Pre-requisites or Co-requisites (add lines as needed) Prefix & No. Course Title Pre-Req/Co-Req? EE 220/220L Circuits I/Lab Pre- or Co-Req EE 250L Electronic Sensors and Actuators/Lab Co-Req


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Prefix & No. Course Title Credits EE 351/351L Mechatronics and Measurement Systems/Lab (SDSM&T) (3-1) 4 EE 430/430L Electromechanical Systems and Lab (SDSU) 4 Provide explanation of differences between proposed course and existing system catalog courses below: This proposed EE 250/250L course will introduce the electronic aspects of sensors and actuators, with a broad range of applications in electrical and electronics industries. It is intended for sophomore-level students with limited prior exposure to programming techniques, electronic circuits, and digital systems. SDSU’s EE 430/430L is a senior-level course with extensive pre-requisite knowledge of electromagnetics and is focused primarily on electromechanical power conversion in machines. EE 351/351L is also an advanced course requiring more depth of pre-requisites and focusing on measurement of force, strain, frequency, pressure flow rates, and temperatures.





☒ No. Schedule Management, explain below: This proposed EE 250/250L course will replace the current requirement in the BS.EE program of EE 351/351L Mechatronics and Measurement

☒ Unique Course

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Systems/Lab. EE 351/351L will become an elective course in the BS.EE program and will be offered as required.


3.2. Existing program(s) in which course will be offered: BS.EE 3.3. Proposed instructional method by university: R Lecture and L Laboratory 3.4. Proposed delivery method by university: 001 Face-to-face term











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Thomas Montoya, PhD

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the curriculum.

This course is intended for second-year electrical engineering students, allowing EE students to continue their education with exposure to a broad range of electronic sensing applications as well as the basics of electronically driven actuation. It provides additional foundational preparation for their junior- and senior-level coursework.


will be affected by this course? None

4. If this will be a dual listed course, indicate how the distinction between the two levels will be made.

5. Desired section size 30 students max 6. Provide qualifications of faculty who will teach this course. List name(s), rank(s), and

degree(s).

Shannon Thornburg, Lecturer, BS.ME, BS.EE, MS.AAE, PhD.AAE






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AAC Form 1.7 – Revised Course Request: Unique Course (Substantive Modifications) (Last Revised 10/2018 – Clerical )


Revised Course Request: Unique Course (Substantive Modification)

Use this form to request a substantive change to an existing unique course. Consult the system database in Colleague and the Course Inventory Report for information about existing courses. If the course revision is for an approved General Education course, please see the Revision to General Education Requirements Form. Signatures are required on the final form submitted to the Academic Affairs Council (AAC).

SDSM&T Jeff McGough Click here to

enter a date. Institution Form Initiator Dean’s Approval Signature Date

SDSM&T CSE Click here to

enter a date. Institution Division/Department Institutional Approval Signature Date

Section 1. Existing Course Title and Description If changing from a course that previously had only a lecture or laboratory component to a composite course, identify both the course and laboratory numbers (xxx and xxxL) and credit hours associated with each. Provide the complete course description as it appears in the system Course Inventory Report including pre-requisites, co-requisites, and registration restrictions.

Prefix & No. Course Title Credits CSC 110 Survey of Computer Science and Mathematics 1

Course Description

This is an introductory course for incoming freshman in Computer Science or Mathematics that provides a survey of the major areas in the computing profession along with ethical standards that are used. When applicable, guest lectures will be arranged to illuminate different areas of study.

Section 2. Modification(s) Requested

2.1. This modification will include (place an “X” in the box for all that apply): ☒ A change in description/subject matter content (enter revised description below).

This is an introductory course for incoming freshman in Computer Science or Computer Engineering that provides a survey of the major areas in the computing profession along with

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ethical standards that are used. When applicable, guest lectures will be arranged to illuminate different areas of study. Note: Course descriptions are short, concise summaries that typically do not exceed 75 words. DO: Address the content of the course and write descriptions using active verbs (e.g., explore, learn, develop, etc.). DO NOT: Repeat the title of the course, layout the syllabus, use pronouns such as “we” and “you,” or rely on specialized jargon, vague phrases, or clichés.

Current New

☐ Change in instructional method to ☐ Addition/deletion of a lab/lecture component (explain below)

If the addition of a lab/lecture component requires a change in pre-requisites or co-requisites, indicate below (add lines as needed, make sure to copy and paste formatting)

Prefix & No. Course Title Pre-Req/Co-Req? Choose an item.

Will the grade for this lab/lecture component be limited to S/U (pass/fail)?

☐ Yes ☒ No Will section enrollment for the lab/lecture component be capped?

☐ Yes, max per section: 40 ☒ No ☒ Change to existing unique course: Prefix & No. Course Title Credits

CSC 110 Survey of Computer Science and Engineering 1 NOTE: Use the Authority to Offer an Existing Course Form to request authorization to offer an existing common or unique course.

Effective term of the change: Fall 2019

☒ Explain any additional minor changes proposed at this time below (if needed):

2.2. Add justification for all changes noted above:

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This change is a consequence of forming the new Computer Science and Engineering department. This allows the Computer Science and Engineering department to have both CSC and CENG students take the 110 survey course.

Section 3. Other Course Information 3.1. Will this course equate (i.e., be considered the same course for degree completion) with any other unique or common courses in the common course database (Colleague and the Course Inventory Report)? ☐ Yes ☒ No

If yes, indicate the course(s) to which the course will equate (add lines as needed): Prefix & No. Course Title

Section 4. Department and Course Codes (Completed by University Academic Affairs) Current New

☐ Change in University Department Code to ☐ Change in CIP Code to

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Curriculum Forms, Revised Course Request: Common Course Substantive Modifications (Last Revised 05/2017)


Revised Course Request: Common Course (Substantive Modifications)

Use this form to request a substantive change to an existing common course. Representatives from all institutions offering the common course must participate in developing the proposed revisions to a common course. Signatures from all institutions offering the common course must be included on the final form submitted to the Academic Affairs Council (AAC). Consult the system database in Colleague and the Course Inventory Report for information about existing courses. If the course revision is for an approved General Education course, please see the Revision to General Education Requirements Form.

SDSM&T

Kyle Riley

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item.

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(add additional lines as needed) Indicate universities that currently offer the common course: ☐ BHSU ☒ DSU ☐ NSU ☒ SDSMT ☐ SDSU ☐ USD

Section 1. Existing Course Title and Description If changing from a course that previously had only a lecture or laboratory component to a composite course, identify both the course and laboratory numbers (xxx and xxxL) and credit hours associated with each. Provide the complete description as it appears in the system database in Colleague and the Course Inventory Report including pre-requisites, co-requisites, and registration restrictions. Prefix & No. Course Title Credits CSC 410/510 Parallel Computing 3

Course Description The fundamental ideas and issues involved in programming and using parallel computers. This course will cover topics in the design, analysis, and implementation of parallel algorithms. Environments discussed and used may include a variety of shared-memory and message passing models, cluster computing, and GPU computing.

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Section 2. Modification(s) Requested Check all revisions that apply and provide detailed information in the Current and New fields below. If changing a course that previously had only a lecture or laboratory component to a composite course, identify both the course and laboratory numbers (xxx and xxxL) and credit hours associated with each. 2.1. This modification will include (place an “X” in the box for all that apply): Current New ☐ Prefix change from to

Indicate any university for which this must be added as new prefix:

☐ BHSU ☐ DSU ☐ NSU ☐ SDSMT ☐ SDSU ☐ USD

☐ Course Number change from to

☐ Course Title change from to

☐ Credit Hours change from to

☒ Pre-Requisites Prerequisite- CSC

300 with C or better

to Prerequisite - CSC 300 or CSC 315

Note: University specific pre-requisites are inconsistent with the system common course guidelines and receive approval only in rare circumstances. ☐ Co-Requisites to

☐ Registration Restriction to

☐ Addition/deletion of a lab/lecture component

If the addition of a lab/lecture component requires a change in pre-requisites or co-requisites, indicate below (add lines as needed, make sure to copy and paste format) Prefix & No. Course Title Pre-Req/Co-Req? Choose an item.



☐ Yes, max per section: ☒ No

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☐ Course Content/Description change (write proposed new content/description below)

Note: Course descriptions are short, concise summaries that typically do not exceed 75 words. DO: Address the content of the course and write descriptions using active verbs (e.g., explore, learn, develop, etc.). DO NOT: Repeat the title of the course, layout the syllabus, use pronouns such as “we” and “you,” or rely on specialized jargon, vague phrases, or clichés.

☐ Course Deletion

Indicate the universities deleting the course: ☐ BHSU ☐ DSU ☐ NSU ☐ SDSMT ☐ SDSU ☐ USD

Effective term of the change: 8/1/2019

2.2. Add justification for all changes noted above: This change would unify both universities to a common prerequisite structure, which is currently not the case.

Section 3. Other Course Information Will this course equate (i.e., be considered the same course for degree completion) with any other unique or common courses in the common course database (Course Inventory Report)?

☐ Yes ☒ No




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SDSM&T

Kyle Riley

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SDSU

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USD

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DSU

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Indicate universities that currently offer the common course: ☐ BHSU ☒ DSU ☐ NSU ☒ SDSMT ☒ SDSU ☒ USD

Section 1. Existing Course Title and Description If changing from a course that previously had only a lecture or laboratory component to a composite course, identify both the course and laboratory numbers (xxx and xxxL) and credit hours associated with each. Provide the complete description as it appears in the system database in Colleague and the Course Inventory Report including pre-requisites, co-requisites, and registration restrictions. Prefix & No. Course Title Credits CSC 433/533 Computer Graphics 3

Course Description Graphical programming concepts. Display media and device characteristics. Point, line. and circle plotting. Coordinating systems and transformations. Polygon clipping and filling. Spline methods, hidden surface elimination, and shading.

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300 with C or better and Math

225

to

Prerequisite - CSC 300 or CSC 315

Note: University specific pre-requisites are inconsistent with the system common course guidelines and receive approval only in rare circumstances. ☐ Co-Requisites to




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Will the grade for this lab/lecture component be limited to S/U (pass/fail)? ☐ Yes ☒ No

Will section enrollment for the lab/lecture component be capped?

☐ Yes, max per section: ☒ No ☐ Course Content/Description change (write proposed new content/description below)


☐ Course Deletion

Indicate the universities deleting the course: ☐ BHSU ☐ DSU ☐ NSU ☐ SDSMT ☐ SDSU ☒ USD


2.2. Add justification for all changes noted above: This change would unify all universities to a common prerequisite structure, which is currently not the case.


☐ Yes ☒ No


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SDSM&T

Kyle Riley

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SDSU

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USD

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(add additional lines as needed) Indicate universities that currently offer the common course: ☐ BHSU ☐ DSU ☐ NSU ☒ SDSMT ☒ SDSU ☒ USD

Section 1. Existing Course Title and Description If changing from a course that previously had only a lecture or laboratory component to a composite course, identify both the course and laboratory numbers (xxx and xxxL) and credit hours associated with each. Provide the complete description as it appears in the system database in Colleague and the Course Inventory Report including pre-requisites, co-requisites, and registration restrictions. Prefix & No. Course Title Credits CSC 445/545 Theory of Computation 3

Course Description Introduction to a series of models for computation and their relationship to formal languages that are useful in the definition of programming languages along with a look at the theoretical limits of computers. Topics include finite and pushdown automata, Turing machines, grammars, decidability and computational complexity.

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☒ Pre-Requisites

Prerequisite- CSC 251

to Prerequisite – CSC 215 or CSC 250 and CSC 251

or MATH 316 Note: University specific pre-requisites are inconsistent with the system common course guidelines and receive approval only in rare circumstances. ☐ Co-Requisites to






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☐ Yes, max per section: ☒ No ☐ Course Content/Description change (write proposed new content/description below)


☐ Course Deletion

Indicate the universities deleting the course: ☐ BHSU ☐ DSU ☐ NSU ☐ SDSMT ☐ SDSU ☒ USD




☐ Yes ☒ No




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SDSM&T

Kyle Riley

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SDSU

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USD

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DSU

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Indicate universities that currently offer the common course: ☐ BHSU ☒ DSU ☐ NSU ☒ SDSMT ☒ SDSU ☒ USD

Section 1. Existing Course Title and Description If changing from a course that previously had only a lecture or laboratory component to a composite course, identify both the course and laboratory numbers (xxx and xxxL) and credit hours associated with each. Provide the complete description as it appears in the system database in Colleague and the Course Inventory Report including pre-requisites, co-requisites, and registration restrictions. Prefix & No. Course Title Credits CSC 447/547 Artificial Intelligence 3

Course Description Concepts in Artificial intelligence: programming in languages such as Prolog or LISP; knowledge representation; search algorithms.

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300 with C or better

to Prerequisite - CSC 215 or CSC 250

or CSC 255 Note: University specific pre-requisites are inconsistent with the system common course guidelines and receive approval only in rare circumstances. ☐ Co-Requisites to





☐ Yes ☒ No

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Will section enrollment for the lab/lecture component be capped? ☐ Yes, max per section: ☒ No

☐ Course Content/Description change (write proposed new content/description below)


☐ Course Deletion

Indicate the universities deleting the course: ☐ BHSU ☐ DSU ☐ NSU ☐ SDSMT ☐ SDSU ☐ USD




☐ Yes ☒ No




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