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2010-2011 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
2010-2011 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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  • ASI 676 - Avian Nutrition

    Credits: (1)
    Nutritional requirements of game birds, caged birds, exotics, and commercial poultry. Interactive discussion will be emphasized.

    Note
    Three hours lecture a week for 5 weeks.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: ASI 675.

    When Offered
    Fall, even years

    UGE course
    No




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  • ASI 678 - Equine Nutrition

    Credits: (1)
    Equine digestive anatomy and physiology. Nutrient requirements of the equine as they relate to growth, work, reproduction and lactation, as well as the relationship of nutrition to disease and environment. Practical management considerations and current equine nutrition research will be reviewed.

    Note
    Three hours lecture a week for 5 weeks.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: ASI 675.

    When Offered
    Fall

    UGE course
    No




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  • ASI 679 - Swine Nutrition

    Credits: (1)
    A study of the nutrient requirements of swine for various stages of production. Discussion of the interrelationships among nutrition and other factors (environment, management, and health) that affect performance.

    Note
    Three hours lecture a week for five weeks.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: ASI 675.

    When Offered
    Fall

    UGE course
    No




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  • ASI 680 - Ruminant Nutrition

    Credits: (1)
    Advanced study of nutritional management of different species of ruminant livestock. Topics covered include ruminal function, post-ruminal digestion and absorption, utilization of key nutrients, and discussion of select metabolic disorders.

    Note
    Three hours lecture a week for five weeks.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: ASI 320.

    When Offered
    Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • ASI 681 - Dairy Cattle Nutrition

    Credits: (1)
    Nutritional management of dairy calves, replacement heifers, dry and lactating dairy cows. Diet formulation, feeding systems and current concepts in dairy cattle nutrition.

    Note
    Three hours lecture a week for five weeks.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: ASI 680.

    When Offered
    Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • ASI 682 - Formulation of Livestock and Poultry Diets

    Credits: (1)
    Diet formulation for the major species of livestock and poultry. Major topics include hand formulation of diets: ingredient/nutrient cost comparisons; dry matter manipulation; computerized diet formulation; developing specifications for diets, supplements, basemixes and premixes; projecting animal performance; and feed labeling.

    Note
    Three hours lecture per week for five weeks.

    Requisites
    Recommended prerequisite: ASI 675 or ASI 680.

    When Offered
    Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • ASI 683 - Grazing Livestock Nutrition

    Credits: (1)
    Nutritional management of grazing beef cattle. Nutrition of beef cows and stocker cattle maintained under grazing conditions. Major topics to be covered include nutrient requirements, forage intake, forage quality, and supplementation.

    Note
    Three hours lecture a week for five weeks.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: ASI 680.

    When Offered
    Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • ASI 684 - Nutrition of Feedlot Cattle

    Credits: (1)
    Nutritional management of growing and finishing beef cattle maintained under confined feeding conditions. Utilization of cereal grains and byproducts in the production of beef. Major topics include nutrient requirements, feed processing, growing-finishing systems, feed additives, metabolic disturbances, and nutrient management.

    Note
    Three hours lecture a week for five weeks.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: ASI 680.

    When Offered
    Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • ASI 685 - Stored Forage Systems for Ruminant Animals

    Credits: (1)
    A study of nutrient conservation in various stored forage systems including storage facilities and equipment, nutrient loss, aerobic deterioration, chemical and physical analysis. Discussions will also include the impact of stored forage systems on forage quality and the subsequent effects on digestion and utilization in ruminant animals.

    Note
    Three hours lecture a week for five weeks.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: ASI 680.

    When Offered
    Fall

    UGE course
    No




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  • ASI 695 - Principles of Equine Exercise Physiology

    Credits: (3)
    Physiological systems reactions and adaption to exercise and training in the equine athlete.  Additional topics addressed will include biomechanics, injury prevention and rehabilitation.

    Note
    Two hours lecture and two hours lab a week.

    Requisites
    Recommended prerequisite: ASI 533, BIOL 198, BIOCH 265 or BIOCH 521.

    UGE course
    No




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  • ASI 710 - Physiology of Reproduction in Farm Animals

    Credits: (3)
    The physiological aspects of reproduction in farm animals including endocrine inter-relationships controlling reproductive cycles and gamete production. Periodic demonstrations deal with specialized reproductive anatomy of farm animals, experimental techniques used in animal reproduction, and contemporary animal production practices.

    Note
    Three hours lecture a week.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: ASI 400.

    When Offered
    Fall, odd years

    UGE course
    No




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  • ASI 720 - Anaerobic Bacteriology

    Credits: (2)
    Study of anaerobic bacteria, anaerobiosis, description of anaerobic techniques, and physiology and biochemistry of anaerobes of natural environment including gastrointestinal tract, and of veterinary, medical, and industrial importance.

    Note
    Two hours lecture a week.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: BIOL 455.

    When Offered
    Spring, even years

    Cross-listed
    BIOL 720

    UGE course
    No




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  • ASI 749 - Advanced Animal Breeding

    Credits: (3)
    Application of genetic principles to livestock improvement, selection methods, mating systems, heritability estimates and methods of analyzing genetic data.

    Note
    Three hours lecture a week.

    Requisites
    Recommended prerequisite: ASI 500 and three hours in statistics.

    When Offered
    Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • ASI 776 - Meat Industry Technology

    Credits: (3)
    Apply concepts and information about meat composition, product safety and spoilage, quality; formulation, processing and evaluation of cured, precooked, and sausage; packaging, troubleshooting, and plant organization.

    Note
    This is a web-based lecture class intended for distance education students.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: ASI 340 or ASI 350.

    When Offered
    Fall, Spring, Summer

    UGE course
    No




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  • ASI 777 - Meat Technology

    Credits: (3)
    Physical, chemical, and microbiological affects of processing technologies on meat products.  Non-meat ingredient functionality, processing techniques, and quality parameters associated with processed meat manufacturing.

    Note
    Two hours lecture and three hours lab a week.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: ASI 350; senior or graduate standing.

    When Offered
    Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • ASI 799 - Graduate Internship in Animal Sciences and Industry

    Credits: (1-4)
    In-depth work-study experiences on beef cattle, sheep, dairy cattle, swine, horse or poultry production operations or in animal food products plants.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: Permission of supervising faculty member.

    When Offered
    Fall, Summer

    UGE course
    No




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  • AT 110 - Apparel and Textiles Orientation

    Credits: (1)
    Orientation for incoming first year and transfer students designed to acquaint them with matters related to the apparel and textiles major, to promote active involvement, and to enhance the university experience.

    When Offered
    Fall

    UGE course
    No




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  • AT 245 - Apparel and Textile Industry

    Credits: (3)
    Survey of the organization and operation of the U.S. apparel and textile industry; examination of the principles and processes required to meet the needs of the apparel/textile consumer.

    When Offered
    Fall

    UGE course
    No




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  • AT 265 - Textiles

    Credits: (3)
    Fundamentals of textiles as related to the production, sale, and use of apparel and other products. Laboratory experiences related to the identification of fibers, yarns, and fabrics and to the care and performance of textile products.

    Note
    Two hours lecture and two hours lab per week.

    When Offered
    Fall, Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • AT 300 - Apparel Production I

    Credits: (3)
    Fundamentals of apparel production; introduction to garment sizing and fit.

    Note
    Six hours lab a week.

    When Offered
    Fall, Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • AT 325 - Apparel and Textile Store Operation

    Credits: (3)
    Analysis of the elements, processes, and controls involved in operating an apparel and textile business.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: AT 245, MATH 100 or 220 with grade of C or higher.

    When Offered
    Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • AT 330 - Apparel Consumers and Society

    Credits: (3)
    Cultural, social, psychological, and economic aspects related to apparel needs and consumer behavior of individuals and groups; focus on market segmentation.

    Note
    Three hours lecture.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: SOCIO 211 or PSYCH 110 and sophomore standing.

    When Offered
    Fall

    UGE course
    No




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  • AT 340 - Aesthetics of Apparel and Textiles

    Credits: (3)
    Understanding and application of aesthetics as it relates to the roles of the apparel industry professional and the development, selection, and promotion of apparel and textile products.

    Note
    Two hours lecture and one hour recitation per week.

    Requisites
    Recommended prerequisite: AT 245.

    When Offered
    Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • AT 400 - Fashion Illustration

    Credits: (3)
    Fashion illustration, technical apparel drawings, and line development by hand and computer methods.

    Note
    Six hours lab a week.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: Instructor’s permission. Recommended prerequisite: ART 100. Recommended corequisite: ART 190.

    When Offered
    Fall

    UGE course
    No




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  • AT 410 - Apparel Production II

    Credits: (3)
    Intermediate level apparel production focused on increasing knowledge of garment construction and fit; use of challenging fabrics.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: AT 300; instructor permission.

    When Offered
    Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • AT 430 - History of Apparel Fashion: Renaissance to Present

    Credits: (3)
    Interrelationship of costume and social, cultural, political, and economic environments from the Renaissance to present day.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite or corequisite: AT 330.

    When Offered
    Fall

    UGE course
    No




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  • AT 445 - Professional Development

    Credits: (2)
    Preparation for internship and professional development in apparel and textile industry.  

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: Junior standing.

    When Offered
    Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • AT 460 - Apparel and Textile Evaluation

    Credits: (3)
    Identification and evaluation of apparel product quality and serviceability from the standpoint of fiber, fabric, and construction performance, material and product standards and specifications, and cost.

    Note
    Two hours lecture and 2 hours lab a week.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: AT 265.

    When Offered
    Fall

    UGE course
    No




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  • AT 475 - Computer Technologies for Merchandising

    Credits: (3)
    Designed for apparel marketing students to develop the knowledge and skills needed to be effective in computer-based advertising and promotional strategies. Students will develop skills in graphic presentation, web design, and current industry technologies.

    Note
    Six hours studio a week.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: AT 340, junior standing.

    When Offered
    Fall and Spring, in even years

    UGE course
    No




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  • AT 498 - Topics in Apparel and Textiles

    Credits: (1-6)
    New content, technology or theory related to apparel and textiles.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: Instructor permission.

    When Offered
    Fall, Spring, Summer

    UGE course
    No




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  • AT 499 - Problems in Apparel and Textiles

    Credits: (Variable)
    Independent study.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: Instructor’s permission.

    When Offered
    Fall, Spring, Summer

    UGE course
    No




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  • AT 545 - Global Apparel and Textile Production and Distribution

    Credits: (3)
    Analysis of global fiber, textile, and apparel production and distribution; structure of industry and distribution channels; impact of culture, economics, and government regulations on production and distribution.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: AT 245, ECON 110.

    When Offered
    Fall

    UGE course
    No




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  • AT 550 - Apparel and Textile Internship

    Credits: (4)
    Pre-planned and supervised off-campus work experience in the apparel industry.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: AT 445; AT 655 or 575; junior standing; and instructor’s permission.

    When Offered
    Fall, Spring, Summer

    UGE course
    No




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  • AT 575 - Principles of Forecasting

    Credits: (3)
    Introduction of the processes and methods used by the textile and apparel industry to conduct short-term and long-term forecasts. Application of fashion theory and principles, sources of information, knowledge, techniques and skills for planning and implementing fashion projection.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: AT 340 and AT 430.

    When Offered
    Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • AT 576 - Principles of Buying

    Credits: (3)
    Introduction to the processes and methods used by apparel buyers to purchase merchandise assortments. Application of fashion theory and principles, sources of information, knowledge, techniques and skills for assortment planning, buying, vendor negotiations, and profit planning. Emphasis on merchandising mathematics.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: CIS 102, ACCTG 231, and MATH 100.

    When Offered
    Fall

    UGE course
    No




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  • AT 610 - Computer-Aided Design of Apparel

    Credits: (3)
    Overview of computer-aided design as it relates to the apparel industry; development and presentation of apparel and textile design using visual graphic software.

    Note
    Six hours lab a week.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: AT 400.

    When Offered
    Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • AT 625 - Apparel and Textile Business Strategy

    Credits: (3)
    Evaluation of the external and internal factors impacting apparel and textile business performance; development and analysis of creative and responsible strategic response.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: Senior or graduate standing.

    When Offered
    Fall

    UGE course
    No




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  • AT 645 - Private Label Apparel Product Development

    Credits: (3)
    Capstone course using a team approach to synthesize and perform activities used by apparel retailers to create a line of private label merchandise for a targeted consumer market.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: AT 460. Corequisite: AT 575 or AT 610.

    When Offered
    Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • AT 650 - Apparel and Textiles Study Tour

    Credits: (1-3)
    Supervised off-campus tour of facilities or equivalent experience where textile products are designed, manufactured, tested, marketed, exhibited, and/or conserved.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: Instructor’s permission.

    When Offered
    Fall, Spring, Summer

    UGE course
    No




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  • AT 655 - Apparel Pattern Development I

    Credits: (3)
    Apparel design through flat pattern methods.

    Note
    Six hours lab a week.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: AT 400.

    When Offered
    Fall

    UGE course
    No




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  • AT 670 - Apparel Pre-Production Processes

    Credits: (3)
    Computer application of pattern drafting, pattern grading, and marker layout for apparel pre-production processes. Computer applications for design development.

    Note
    Two hours lecture and four hours lab a week.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: AT 655.

    When Offered
    Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • AT 695 - Apparel Pattern Development II

    Credits: (3)
    Apparel design by draping; line development for a variety of markets; senior project.

    Note
    Six hours lab a week.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: AT 655.

    When Offered
    Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • AT 720 - Professional Advancement in Merchandising

    Credits: (3)
    Analysis of leadership in a merchandising form and how it affects organizational culture and change. Various leadership styles will be examined and a personal leadership philosophy will be developed.

    When Offered
    Fall, Spring, Summer

    UGE course
    No




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  • AT 725 - Theory and Practice of Apparel/Textile Marketing and Distribution

    Credits: (3)
    Theoretical and applied analysis of apparel/textile marketing and distribution strategies, with an emphasis on the effectiveness of a market-oriented approach for decision-making; assessment of environmental forces affecting strategic decisions by firms in the apparel/textile distribution channel; synthesis of past and present trends in order to forecast probable future patterns.

    When Offered
    Fall, odd years

    UGE course
    No




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  • AT 735 - Promotional Strategies in Merchandising

    Credits: (3)
    Examination of promotional strategies and techniques used by merchandising firms, emphasizing cultural and global awareness, social responsibility, and ethical decision making.

    When Offered
    Fall, Spring, Summer

    UGE course
    No




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  • ATM 101 - Introduction to Biological and Agricultural Engineering and Technology

    Credits: (1)
    Introduction to discipline, department, university, and profession.  Exploration of career options.  Gain skills through application-oriented problem solving.

    Note
    One hour recitation a week.

    Requisites
    Open to ATM majors only.

    When Offered
    Fall

    Cross-listed
    BAE 101

    UGE course
    No




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  • ATM 160 - Engineered Systems and Technology in Agriculture

    Credits: (3)
    An introductory course designed for non-engineering majors. This course introduces engineering principles and problem solving associated with energy resources and power systems for agriculture, machinery systems, natural resources and environmental management, and food and fiber processing and storage.

    Note
    Three hours recitation a week.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: Not open to seniors.

    When Offered
    Fall

    UGE course
    No




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  • ATM 250 - Chemical Application Systems

    Credits: (2)
    Systems, components, operation practices, and safety procedures used in the chemical application industry.  Liquid and granular application systems and respective components will be studied along with procedures for equipment sizing and maintenance, minimizing drift, systems calibration, and safe handling, transporting, storage, disposal and spill clean-up of agrichemicals.

    Note
    Two hours lecture a week.

    When Offered
    Fall

    UGE course
    No




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  • ATM 251 - Chemical Application Systems Laboratory

    Credits: (1)
    Laboratory and hands-on activities on pumps, valves, nozzles, drift measurement, and application technology used in the home and garden, turf, private and commercial agricultural, aerial, and research industries.     

    Note
    Two hours lab a week.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: Must be taken concurrent with ATM 250.

    When Offered
    Fall

    UGE course
    No




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  • ATM 450 - Sensors and Controls for Agricultural and Biological Systems

    Credits: (3)
    Applications of instrumentation. Sensors used in agricultural machines and processes for measurement of voltage, force, torque, pressure, displacement, velocity, acceleration, flow, temperature, humidity, etc. Analog and digital signal conditioning and processing. Feedback controls concept. Computer interface.

    Note
    Two hours lecture and three hours lab a week.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: PHYS 113 or PHYS 115, ATM 160 or MATH 100.

    When Offered
    Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • ATM 455 - Engines and Power Transfer

    Credits: (3)
    Principles, operation, and analysis of engine thermodynamics, fuel and combustion, engine components, engine cycles, engine power transfer and efficiencies, and exhaust gas emissions. Mechanism and selection of bearings, belt drives, chain drives, gear drives, and shaft drives. Operation and performance analysis of hydraulic power transfer components and systems, fluid mechanics, and hydraulic motors.

    Note
    Three hours recitation a week.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: BAE 350.

    When Offered
    Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • ATM 460 - Internship in Agricultural Technology Management

    Credits: (1-3)
    Intern programs in agricultural technology management.

    Note
    One hour of credit for each four weeks of supervised and evaluated off-campus work experience with cooperating employers. A maximum of 3 hours may be applied to a BS in agricultural technology management.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: Junior standing.

    When Offered
    Fall

    UGE course
    No




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  • ATM 511 - Agricultural Building Systems

    Credits: (3)
    Concepts and fundamentals related to agricultural building systems including structural materials, beam and column strength, environmental control for plants and animals, farmstead layouts, crop storage, and livestock and plant production facilities.

    Note
    Three hours recitation a week.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: ATM 160 or PHYS 113 or 115.

    When Offered
    Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • ATM 515 - Problems in Agricultural Technology Management

    Credits: (Variable)
    Problems in the application of technical principles to agricultural technology management.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: Approval of instructor.

    When Offered
    Fall, Spring, Summer

    UGE course
    No




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  • ATM 545 - Processing and Storage of Grains

    Credits: (3)
    Principles of grain and forage conditioning and storage.  Structures and equipment for quality preservation.

    Note
    Three hours recitation a week.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: ATM 160 or PHYS 113 or 115, and senior standing.

    When Offered
    Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • ATM 550 - Precision Agriculture Technologies

    Credits: (3)
    Application of precision technologies for gathering information to assist decision making for production systems. Topics will include global positioning systems, vehicle guidance systems, crop yield monitors, variable rate control systems for applicators, and the communication among these devices.

    Note
    Two hours recitation and two hours lab a week.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 150 or equivalent, PHYS 113 or PHYS 115, and STAT 325 or 340 or 350.

    When Offered
    Fall

    UGE course
    No




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  • ATM 558 - Soil Erosion and Sediment Pollution Control

    Credits: (3)
    Planning and analysis of production systems with respect to regulatory, environmental, and resource management. Water and wind erosion; estimating soil loss; estimating runoff rate and volume; laying out and checking terraces, waterways and farm ponds; agricultural surveying; and conservation planning.

    Note
    Two hours recitation and three hours lab a week.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: AGRON 305.

    When Offered
    Spring

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    No




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  • ATM 653 - Water Management and Irrigation Systems

    Credits: (2)
    Management of water in crop production systems, crop water use, and irrigation scheduling. Fundamentals of water flow in pipe networks, pumping plants, and irrigation systems.

    Note
    Two hours recitation.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: ATM 160 or PHYS 113, AGRON 305, and junior standing or higher.

    When Offered
    Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • ATM 654 - Water Management and Irrigation Systems Lab

    Credits: (1)
    Laboratory and hands-on activities on soil water balance characteristics, crop water use, water flow in pipe networks, pump hydraulics, sprinkler nozzles, drip irrigation systems, water filtration systems, and chemigation systems.

    Note
    Three hour lab each week.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: Must be taken concurrent with ATM 653, and junior standing or higher.

    When Offered
    Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • ATM 661 - Watershed Management

    Credits: (3)
    Principles of watershed sources, fate, and transport of pollutants, with focus on issues of the prairie agroecosystem. Impacts of watershed protection and restoration strategies on water and environmental quality. Application of computer models.

    Note
    Three hours recitation a week.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: CHM 110 or 210 and BIOL 198.

    When Offered
    Fall

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    No




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  • AVM 111 - Basic Aircraft Electricity

    Credits: (4)
    A basic concept of DC/AC circuits, with basic laws relating to the following: measuring voltage, current, resistance, continuity and leakage; relationship of voltage, current and resistance in electrical circuits; reading and interpretation of electrical circuit diagrams; electrical devices and inspection and servicing of batteries. Introduction to digital numbering systems and digital logic functions.

    Note
    Three hours lecture and one hour lab a week.

    When Offered
    Fall

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    No




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  • AVM 112 - Aircraft Welding

    Credits: (2)
    Theory and skill development in aircraft welding processes. Exercises in gas welding processes as applied to ferrous and nonferrous materials. Oxygen/acetylene, inert gas, and resistance welding processes are to be studied.

    Note
    One hour recitation and three hours lab a week.

    When Offered
    Spring

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    No




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  • AVM 121 - Aircraft Drawings

    Credits: (1)
    The course is designed to teach the student how to recognize and identify each kind of line as it appears in aircraft drawings and to interpret the meaning of the lines as they relate to surfaces and details in drawings.

    Note
    Three hours lab a week.

    When Offered
    Fall

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    No




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  • AVM 131 - Aircraft Standards

    Credits: (4)
    A survey of the organization of the Federal Aviation Administration. Emphasis will be placed on regulations, standards, specifications, procedures and the practice of using charts, graphs and drawings. Also included are the introduction to air transport maintenance procedures, weight and balance procedures, aircraft ground operations and the introduction to flight training to include several flights.

    Note
    Flight lab fees required.

    Two hours lecture and six hours of lab a week.

    When Offered
    Fall

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    No




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  • AVM 132 - Aircraft Fluid Power

    Credits: (3)
    A study of basic fluid mechanics as it applies to practical applications in aircraft systems. Compressible and incompressible fluid systems will be studied.

    Note
    Two hours recitation and three hours lab a week.

    When Offered
    Spring

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    No




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  • AVM 141 - Aircraft Science

    Credits: (3)
    This is a study of applied mathematics and basic physics. Section one: mathematics will provide the learner with the tools needed to perform the calculations normally confronted by the aviation maintenance technician. Section two: the study of basic science will enable the student to better understand the operation of aircraft and the many complex systems needed to sustain safe flight.

    Note
    Three hours recitation a week.

    When Offered
    Fall

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    No




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  • AVM 142 - Airframe Systems

    Credits: (4)
    A study of the airframe systems and components to include: pressurization, heating and cooling, and structural device.

    Note
    Two hours lecture and six hours lab a week.

    When Offered
    Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • AVM 151 - Aviation Maintenance Fundamentals

    Credits: (3)
    This course is designed to permit the student to learn and practice those skills and techniques essential to the career development of the aviation maintenance technician. The subjects included are: shop safety, aircraft general familiarization, fluid lines and fittings, hand tools and measuring devices, aircraft hardware, cleaning and corrosion control, aircraft metals, inspection fundamentals, ground operation and servicing, and support equipment.

    Note
    One hour recitation and six hours lab a week.

    When Offered
    Fall

    UGE course
    No




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  • AVM 152 - Airframe Structures and Repair

    Credits: (5)
    A study of materials commonly used in airframe structures and the associated study of making structural repairs according to recommended procedures. Skills in sheet metal are stressed.

    Note
    Three hours recitation and six hours lab a week.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: AVM 141.

    When Offered
    Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • AVM 162 - Airframe Electrical Systems

    Credits: (4)
    An advanced study of DC/AC circuits law relating to circuit analysis and a detailed study of measuring instruments. Advanced study of relays, switches, alternators, and other devices encountered in circuit analysis, troubleshooting, and repair. Theory of operation and fault isolation on solid-state devices in aircraft circuitry. Inspection of aircraft electrical systems, including wire inspections and the types of repairs allowed, using appropriate technical manuals.

    Note
    Two hours lecture and six hours lab a week.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: AVM 111.

    When Offered
    Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • AVM 231 - Aircraft Finish and Fabrication

    Credits: (3)
    This course is designed to acquaint the student with the wood and fabric coverings and procedures used on aircraft, and methods used in preparation for and application of paint finishes to aircraft surfaces.

    Note
    One hour recitation and six hours lab a week.

    When Offered
    Fall

    UGE course
    No




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  • AVM 241 - Navigational Aids and Communication Systems

    Credits: (3)
    A survey study of the aids to navigation and communications used in light and intermediate class aircraft. Operation and installation of the various types of equipment will be stressed.

    Note
    Two hour lecture and three hours lab a week.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: AVM 111.

    When Offered
    Fall

    UGE course
    No




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  • AVM 242 - Navigational Aids and Communication Systems for Avionics

    Credits: (3)
    A survey study of the aids to navigation and communications used in light and intermediate class aircraft. Operation and installation of the various types of equipment is stressed.

    Note
    Two hours lecture and three hours lab a week.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: AVM 111 or ECET 100.

    When Offered
    Fall

    UGE course
    No




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  • AVM 261 - Aircraft Inspection and Assembly

    Credits: (5)
    A study of assembly and manufacturing procedures and inspection of aircraft components. This course also covers in detail annual and 100-hour inspections.

    Note
    Three hours recitation and six hours lab a week.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: AVM 121, 131, 141.

    When Offered
    Fall

    UGE course
    No




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  • AVM 290 - Problems in Aviation

    Credits: (Variable)
    Advanced study in a specific area chosen by the instructor.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

    When Offered
    Fall, Spring, Summer

    UGE course
    No




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  • AVM 312 - Aircraft Propellers

    Credits: (2)
    A study of the use, maintenance, and inspection of propellers and their related control systems.

    Note
    One hour recitation and three hours lab a week.

    When Offered
    Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • AVM 321 - Powerplant Fundamentals

    Credits: (4)
    A study of the principles of operation, design features, and operating characteristics of reciprocating aircraft engines. Includes overhaul inspection procedures on current horizontal opposed and radial engines.

    Note
    Three hours recitation and three hours lab a week.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: AVM 131 and AVM 141.

    When Offered
    Fall

    UGE course
    No




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  • AVM 322 - Powerplant Operation and Troubleshooting

    Credits: (3)
    Experience in installation, operation, and removal of aircraft engines. Engine analysis and diagnosis of malfunctions, including methods of remedy, are performed on airworthy engines.

    Note
    One hour recitation and six hours lab a week.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: AVM 321.

    When Offered
    Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • AVM 332 - Gas Turbine Powerplant

    Credits: (5)
    Advanced study of the fundamentals of gas turbine powerplants including operation, studies of supporting systems and inspection methods are fundamental to this course.

    Note
    Two hours recitation and nine hours lab a week.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: AVM 321.

    When Offered
    Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • AVM 342 - Powerplant Induction and Fuel Systems

    Credits: (4)
    A study of aircraft induction and fuel metering systems including fuels, carburetors, fuel injection systems, superchargers, and other induction system components used to ensure a dependable and accurate fuel supply at any flight configuration and attitude.

    Note
    Two hours recitation and six hours lab a week.

    Requisites
    Corequisite: AVM 321.

    When Offered
    Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • AVM 351 - Powerplant Ignition and Electrical Systems

    Credits: (3)
    A study of battery, magneto high and low tension ignition systems, including turbine igniters for today’s aircraft. Also a study of powerplant starting and charging systems and related components. Emphasis will be placed on troubleshooting, repair, and timing of aircraft ignition systems.

    Note
    Two hours recitation and three hours lab a week.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: AVM 111.

    When Offered
    Fall

    UGE course
    No




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  • AVM 352 - Powerplant Overhaul

    Credits: (3)
    Practical experience in overhauling reciprocating engines. Engines are assembled and operationally checked in lab.

    Note
    One hour lecture and six hours lab a week.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: AVM 321.

    When Offered
    Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • AVM 390 - Problems in Aviation

    Credits: (Variable)
    Provides the student the opportunity for advanced study in a specific topic area or to apply aviation education to the improvement of skills previously learned.

    Note
    Topics are selected jointly by the student and the instructor.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.

    When Offered
    Fall, Spring, Summer

    UGE course
    No




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  • AVM 485 - Helicopter Maintenance

    Credits: (7)
    An advanced study of the major components of rotary-winged aircraft to include airframe, rotor, transmission and engine components of turbine and reciprocating engine helicopters. Also includes a detailed study and validation of all Federal Aviation Administration required documentation related to maintenance, historical records, and inspection of components.

    Note
    Three hours lecture and 12 hours lab per week.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: AVM 111 and AVM 140 or consent of instructor.

    When Offered
    Summer

    UGE course
    No




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  • AVT 243 - Aircraft Electrical, Navigational, and Communication Systems

    Credits: (3)
    Provides students the basic knowledge of aircraft electrical systems, including navigation, communications, instruments, and power systems.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: AVM 111.

    UGE course
    No




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  • AVT 315 - Advanced Avionics

    Credits: (3)
    This course covers the latest developments and trends in navigation and communication systems. Topics include Future Aviation Navigation Systems (FANS), fiber optics, enhanced vision, as well as other advancements in avionics.

    Note
    Three hours lecture a week.

    Requisites
    Corequisite: AVM 241 or AVM 242.

    When Offered
    Fall

    UGE course
    No




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  • AVT 316 - AET and FCC Training

    Credits: (1)
    This course is a self-paced lab that allows students to study for their Aviation Electronics Technician certificate and their Federal Communication Commission license in Elements 1, 3 and 8.

    Note
    Two hours lab a week.

    This is a credit/no-credit course and will not affect the student’s GPA.

    When Offered
    Fall, Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • AVT 317 - Composites I

    Credits: (3)
    Introduction to composite materials used in aircraft production; detailed description of different composite materials, and the procedures for installing an antenna to bonded aircraft structures.

    When Offered
    Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • AVT 360 - Airport Law

    Credits: (3)
    A study of how the U.S. regulatory and legal systems work in relation to airport management. This course emphasizes contract law related to the Federal Aviation Administration Airport covenants and restrictions, Federal Aviation Regulation compliance and airport operator liability.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: Junior standing.

    When Offered
    Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • AVT 361 - Airport Environmental Studies

    Credits: (3)
    Introduction to responsibilities, liabilities and public relations when dealing with environmental issues in day-to-day airport operations.  Includes strategies for addressing airport and aircraft noise, wildlife hazard mitigation, compatible land use, wetlands, historical properties and impacts of construction.  Federal regulations and enforcement are studied with emphasis on the Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, Resource Conservation and Recovery Act, Pollution Prevention ACT, and National Historic Preservation Act as they apply to airports.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: MATH 100, ENGL 302.

    When Offered
    Fall

    UGE course
    No




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  • AVT 400 - Composites II

    Credits: (4)
    A continuation of AVT 317 Composites I with an emphasis on repair procedures for composites. This course involves hands-on repair projects that develop repair techniques, such as vacuum bagging and hot bonding.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: AVT 317.

    When Offered
    Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • AVT 405 - Non-Destructive Testing

    Credits: (3)
    Introduction to non-destructive testing and inspection methods in use in the aviation industry. The course will cover the following types of inspection methods: visual, x-ray (radiographic) magnetic particle, ultrasonic, dye penetrant.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: AVM 112 and AVM 261; or MET 231 and MET 245.

    When Offered
    Fall

    UGE course
    No




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  • AVT 410 - Aviation Maintenance Management

    Credits: (3)
    Provides students with an understanding of general aviation and commercial aviation maintenance programs. Includes regulations, maintenance levels, technical publications, quality assurance, inspections, human factors, and unions. It also provides an understanding of the difficulties in managing a line operation. Case studies of maintenance scenarios are used.

    When Offered
    Fall

    UGE course
    No




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  • AVT 417 - Composites III

    Credits: (3)
    Emphasis on advanced composite inspection techniques, special hardware, and the repair of composite structural components. Involves hands-on repair techniques.

    Note
    One hour lecture and four hours lab a week.

    Effective Spring 2011

    Requisites
    Corequisite: AVT 400.

    When Offered
    Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • AVT 427 - Avionics Repair

    Credits: (3)
    Installation and removal of avionics equipment in the aircraft. Additional areas are aircraft wiring inspections and repairs, and aging aircraft wiring inspections.

    Note
    One hour lecture and six hours lab a week.

    Requisites
    Corequisite: AVM 241 or AVM 242.

    When Offered
    Fall

    UGE course
    No




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  • AVT 428 - Avionics Installation

    Credits: (3)
    Provides practical knowledge of avionics suite installation, to include Garmin.  Students gain experience in installing, wiring, continuity checks, operational checks, and troubleshooting.

    Note
    One hour lecture and six hours lab a week.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: AVT 427.

    When Offered
    Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • AVT 429 - Avionics Maintenance

    Credits: (3)
    Provides the basic knowledge to repair and install avionics. Practical experience in troubleshooting and using maintenance test equipment.

    Note
    One hour lecture and six hours lab a week.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: AVM 241 or AVM 242.

    When Offered
    Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • AVT 430 - Advanced Avionics Installation

    Credits: (4)
    Students gain practical knowledge of the Garmin G1000/900X, including installation, wiring, continuity checks, operational checks, software loading, and troubleshooting.

    Note
    One hour lecture and six hours lab a week.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: AVT 427.

    When Offered
    Fall

    UGE course
    No




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  • AVT 461 - Airport Planning and Management

    Credits: (3)
    An in depth overview of the Federal Aviation Regulation Part 139 airport design standard as well as a study of both landside and airside airport business management.  Includes a study of the role of the airport in community development. Major course project required.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: PPIL 111 and PPIL 113.

    When Offered
    Spring

    UGE course
    No




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  • AVT 560 - Airport Master Planning and Design

    Credits: (3)
    Examination of the requirements and resources used to plan, fund and construct airport projects or modifications to show the airport manager’s role in project development. Components and organization of the Airport Master Plan (AMP) and Airport Layout Plan (ALP) are studied in outlines and existing plans to show applicability to local conditions and with emphasis on FAR Part 77 and AC 150/5300-13. Typical projects are reviewed for Airport Capital Improvement Funding and utilization of Computer Assisted Design (CAD). Student case study research will be integrated to assess a project’s feasibility.

    Requisites
    Prerequisite: AVT 360, AVT 361, and AVT 461.

    When Offered
    Spring

    UGE course
    No




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