ERDC Graduate Institute Fall 2012 Brochure

1. ERDC Graduate Institute
Fall 2012 Brochure of Courses
For Additional Information Contact Cynthia Montalbano, 601-634-4279
Or Dr. Albert Bush, 601-634-3549
Calendar: Fall Semester 2012
27 July Final date to apply for first-time enrollment at Ole Miss.
Ongoing MSU Registration for Fall 2012 term.
16-17 August 2012 MSU: Final registration and payment of tuition and fees.
20 August 2012 Semester begins for MSU.
20 August 2012 Semester begins for Ole Miss.
24 August 2012 Last day to drop a class from MSU without a grade.
27 August 2012 Semester begins for TAMU.
31 August 2012 Last day to add or drop a class from TAMU.
31 August 2012 Last day to register or add classes from Ole Miss
1 October 2012 Last day to withdraw from Ole Miss
2 November 2012 Last day to officially withdraw from TAMU.
15 November 2012 Last day to withdraw from MSU.
30 November 2012 Classes end for Ole Miss.
3-7 December 2012 Exams for Ole Miss
4 December 2012 Classes end for MSU.
4 December 2012 Classes end for TAMU.
7,10-13 December 2012 Exams for MSU.
7,10-13 December 2012 Exams for TAMU.
Registration
Registration for all MSU, TAMU and Ole Miss students will be held on-line. All students must
furnish a copy of their on-line registration form to the Graduate Institute, and Corps employees
must furnish a copy of their approved purchase request (SF 182) to the Graduate
Institute. All “classified” MSU students must obtain a RAC (Registration Access Code) from
their advisor before registering for class. “Unclassified” students should contact Rita Burrell at
662-325-5923 or email her at rburrell@bagley.msstate.edu. (Please have your 9 digit MSU ID
number, course number and course name before you contact Rita Burrell and be sure you
have met your pre-requisites.) You are encouraged to register by August 2, 2012 to
ensure classes will make.
Registration for Ole Miss will require a “one-time” application fee of $40.00. GRE is not
required for “non degree” seeking applicants. It is highly recommended for “degree” seeking
applicants, however, it can be waived.
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2. Tuition and Fees
MSU - $1494.00/3 semester hours, except as noted for MBA classes.
Thesis/Dissertation Research hours: $348.00 per semester hour.
TAMU - Check Online
See enclosure 1
Ole Miss – $1047.00 (for residents) $2710.50 (for non-residents) (Tuition can be paid by VISA)
Withdrawals and Refunds
Requests to withdraw from a course must be submitted in writing to the Director, Graduate
Institute. (Forms are available on MSU Internet.) Refunds, if applicable, will be by the
university according to its policy. (Please see dates above regarding deadlines for withdrawal.)
Textbooks
Books can be purchased by the student through the colleges’ bookstores or any retail source.
MSU books can be purchased online at:
http://msstate.bkstore.com/bkstore/content
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3. Courses: Fall Semester 2012
Mississippi State University
Civil Engineering
CE 6523.501 Open Channel Hydraulics (3). Instr. Dr. J. Martin, MSU
Continuity, energy and momentum principles in open channel flow; flow resistance; uniform and non-
uniform flow; channel controls and transitions; unsteady flow routing.
MWF, 8:00-8:50a.m., Bldg. 3072, ERDC
CE 6563.501 Sedimentation Engineering (3). Instr. Dr. McAnally, MSU
Processes by which cohesive and non-cohesive sediments are transported in overland flow and in
rivers, reservoirs, estuaries and coastlines. Deposition and erosion rates. Design criteria.
TR, 12:30-1:45p.m., Bldg. 3072, ERDC
CE 6843.501 Environmental Engineering Chemistry (3). Instr. Dr. Gude, MSU
Introduction to advanced theoretical concepts in sanitary engineering analysis with special
emphasis on inorganic, organic and physical chemistry.
TR, 9:30-10:14a.m., Bldg. 3072, ERDC
CE 6990.501 Special Topic in CE-Freight Transportation Systems Analysis (3). Instr. Dr. Li,
MSU
Course topics will include: intro to freight transportation (FT) systems, FT improvements and
economy, different modes of FT, inter-modal FT, intelligent FT systems, cost components in FT
systems, roles of public agencies v.s. those of private parties, one-to-one distribution problem,
routing problems, inventory problems, facility location problems, manufacture system design,
optimization approaches and solution tools, system reliability and sustainability.
MWF, 11:00-11:50a.m., Bldg. 3072, ERDC
CE 8573.501 Hydro-Environmental Analysis (3). Instr. Dr. Martin, MSU
Environmental engineering aspects of physical/chemical/ biological processes impacting
conventional and toxic materials in surface waters. Characteristics of rivers/streams, lakes and
estuaries related to environmental quality.
MWF, 1:00-1:50p.m., Bldg. 3072, ERDC
CE 8683.501 FEA in Structural Engineering (3). Instr. Dr. P. Gullett, MSU
Energy and elasticity principles. Development of planar three-dimensional and curved elements.
Applications to plates and shells. Use of computer programs.
TR, 2:00-3:15p.m., Bldg. 3072, ERDC
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4. CE 8990.501 Special Topic in CE-Theoretical Soil Mechanics (3). Instr. Dr. J. Peters, ERDC
Modern interpretation of soil behavior for engineering applications. Extrapolation of actual
conditions from standard testing results.
MW, 3:30-4:45p.m., Bldg. 3072, ERDC
CE8990.503 Special Topic in CE-Blast Effects (3). Instr. Dr. S. Woodson, ERDC
Fundamental blast phenomena. Loads on structures and effects on occupants. Concepts for the
design and analysis of structural elements and buildings subjected to blast.
MW, 2:00-3:15p.m., Bldg. 3072, ERDC
Computer Science and Engineering
CSE 6413.501 Computer Graphics (3). Instr. Dr. Zhang, MSU
Graphics hardware; algorithms,graphics primitives, windowing and clipping ,
transformations,3D graphics, shading,hidden surfaces; standards.
TR, 3:30-4:45p.m., Bldg. 3072, ERDC
CSE 8990.504 Security in the Cloud (3). Instr. Dr. D. Dampier, MSU
Cloud computing is a relatively new phenomenon that provides for distributed computing and
data storage capabilities. Instead of buying large servers to store data and being saddles with the
cost of building and maintaining those systems, users can now purchase those servers from a
third party with the ability to expand or contract those needs as necessary. Course will look at
current research results in clud secrutiy in order to identify opportunities for continued research
in this field.
MW, 3:30-4:45p.m., Bldg. 3072, ERDC
Electrical and Computer Engineering
ECE 6413. Digital Signal Processing. (3). Instr. Dr. D. Anderson, MSU
Discrete time signals, Z-Transform, Discrete Fouier Transform, digital filter design including
IIR, FIR, and FFT systhesis.
MW, 2:00-3:15p.m., Bldg. 3072, ERDC.
ECE 6713. Computer Architecture. (3). Instr. Dr. S. Abdelwahed, MSU.
Detailed design and implementation of a stored-program digital computer system. Designs for
the CPU, I/O subsystems, and memory organizations. ALU design and computer arithmetic.
TR, 9:30-10:45 a.m., Bldg. 3072, ERDC
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5. ECE 8990.502. Special Topic in ECE-Computation Intell (3). Instr. Dr. D. Anderson, MSU
Computational Intelligence for decision-making under uncertainty (signal/image processing
emphasis).
MWF, 9:00-9:30a.m., Bldg. 3072, ERDC
ECE 8990.504 Special Topic in ECE-Neural Networks (3). Instr. Dr. Q Du, MSU
Course will cover introduction about neural networks (typical architectures, training algorithms,
activation functions), simple neural networks for pattern classification, pattern association,
neural networks based on competition, adaptive resonance theory, backpropagation neural
networks.
TR, 2:00-3:15 p.m., Bldg. 3072, ERDC
Geosciences
GG 8990.501. Special Topic in GG-Advanced Engineering Geology. (3). Instr. Dr. J. May, MSU
Course will focus on the definitions, methods and applications of engineering geology to various
types of engineering projects. Course will address the economy of engineering projects through
their life cycle from conception through design, construction, operation and maintenance.
Emphasis will be placed on geologic conceptualizations needed to assist engineers in developing
projects.
MW, 12:30-1:45p.m., Bldg. 3072, ERDC
GR 6303. 501. Principles of GIS. (2). Instr. Dr. J. Rodgers , MSU
Two hours lecture and two hours laboratory. Spatial analysis and topological relationships of
geographic data using Geographic Information Systems, with emphasis on GIS theory.
MSU Internet
GR 6923.501. Severe Weather. (3). Instr. Dr. M. Brown, MSU
Descriptive study of severe and unusual weather across the earth. Explanation of variations in
severe weather in both spatial and temporal scales.
MSU Internet
GR 6943.501. Tropical Meteorology. (3). Instr. Dr. J. Dyer, MSU
Topics include the dynamics and circulation of the tropical atmosphere, characteristics of
tropical cyclones, and forecasting methodologies for tropical weather.
MSU Internet
GR 8813. Advanc Hazard & Disaster (3). Instr. Dr. K. Sherman-Morris, MSU
Advanced study of the processes, distribution and impacts of hazards and disasters.
MSU Internet
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6. Industrial Engineering
IE 6113 Human Factors Engineering (?). Instr. Dr. K Reeves, MSU
Human capabilities and limitations affecting communications and responses in man-machine
systems. Emphasis on physiological and psychological fundamentals. (2 hours lecture/3 hours
lab)
TR, 12:30-1:45p.m., Bldg 3072, ERDC
IE 6333 Production Control System 1 (3). Instr. Dr. J. Usher, MSU
Principles, analysis, and design of production and inventory planning and control. Demand for
forecasting, aggregated planning, inventory management, production scheduling and control
systems.
MWF, 8:00-8:50a.m., Bldg. 3072, ERDC
IE 6553 Engineering Law & Ethics (3). Instr. Dr. R. Green, MSU
The engineer with relations to the law, the public and the ethics of this profession. Will include
contracts, patents, copyrights, sales agreements and engineering specifications.
TR, 11:00-12:15 p.m., Bldg. 3072, ERDC
IE 6653 Industrial Quality Control I (3). Instr. Dr. L. Dalton, MSU
The theory and application of statistical quality control: statistical process control and statistical
acceptance sampling.
TR, 8:00-9:15a.m., Bldg. 3072, ERDC
IE 6773 Systems Simulation I (3). Instr. Dr. A. Greenwood, MSU
The principles of simulating stochastic systems with an emphasis on the statistics of simulation
and the use of discreet-even simulation languages.
TR, 12:30-1:45p.m., Bldg. 3072, ERDC
IE 8353 Manufacturing Systems Modeling (3). Instr. Dr. J. Usher, MSU
A study of models used to describe and analyze manufacturing systems. Development of models
using queuing networks, mathematical programming, simulation, and other techniques.
MWF, 10:00-10:50a.m., Bldg. 3072, ERDC
IE 8583. Enterprise Sys Eng (3). Instr. Dr. A. Greenwood, MSU
Focuses on the design and improvement of an enterprise through the use of engineering tools and
methods, based on the systems perspective of industrial engineering.
TR, 9:30-10:45 a.m., Bldg. 3072, ERDC
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7. IE 8753 Network Flows & Dynamic Prog (3). Instr. Dr. S. Eksioglu, MSU
Applications of network optimization problems and simplex algorithm;and dynamic
programming to industrial/ management problems. Study of serial/non-serial multistage
deterministric and stochastic systems. Principles of optimality.
MWF, 1:00-1:50p.m., Bldg. 3072, ERDC
IE 8990.501 Occupational Physiology (3). Instr. Dr. K. Reeves, MSU
This course is designed to provide an understanding of the physiological characteristics and
responses of humans as they relate to the work environment. Discussions of applied techniques
for performing physiological evaluations will be presented and discussed for the
development/assessment of working conditions.
TR, 11:00-12:15p.m., Bldg. 3072, ERDC
Mathematics
MA 8203. Appl Math I. (3). Instr. Dr. S. Yarahmadian, MSU
Principles of applied mathematics including topics from perturbation theory, calculus of
variations, and partial differential equations. Emphasis of applications from heat transfer,
mechanics, fluids.
Delivery method and time TBA
Mechanical Engineering
ME 6123. Failure of Engineering Materials (3). Instr. Dr. T. Stone, MSU.
The failure of constituent materials using real-world case studies is the focus. Experimental and
analytical techniques for failure analysis and prevention are covered.(Same as CE 4323/6323).
MWF, 12:00-12:50p.m., Bldg. 3072, ERDC.
ME6133 Mechanical Metallurgy (3). Instr. Dr. J. Schneider, MSU
The mechanical and metallurgical fundamentals of metals are discussed. Mechanical
fundamentals cover the stress and strain relationships and metallurgical fundamentals cover the
microstructure.
TR, 11:00-12:15P.M., Bldg. 3072, ERDC
ME 8990.501 Special Topic in ME-Radiative Heat Transfer (3). Instr. Dr. S. Felicelli, MSU
Course will cover fundamentals of thermal radiation and radiative properties, radiative exchange
between gray/diffuse surfaces, partially-specular gray surfaces and non-ideal surfaces. Exact
solution for one-dimensional gray media, approximate solution methods for one-dimensional
media, the method of spherical harmonics (Pn-Approximation) and discrete ordinances (Sn-
Approximation).
TR, 8:00-9:15a.m., Bldg. 3072, ERDC
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8. ME 8990.502 Special Topic in ME-Advanced Inelasticity (3). Instr. Dr. D. Bammann, MSU
Introduction and overview of internal state variable theory. Topics covered will be: kinematics
and thermodynamics, recrystallization (phase transformation plasticity, application to welding
(heat treatment), bifurcation theory, generalized continuum theory, micropolar/micromorphic,
relationship to crystal defects, comparison with dislocation dynamic theories, strain gradient
theories, length scale experiments and generalized continuum mixture theory.
MWF, 10:00-10:50a.m., Bldg. 3072, ERDC
ME 8990.504 Special Topic in ME-Integrated Computational Materials (3). Instr. Dr. M.
Horstemeyer, MSU
Course will cover plasticity, damage/fracture and fatigue in the context of designing metallic
structures from the view of multiple length scales. Experimental techniques for model
exploration, model calibration and model validation as well as failure prevention in the context
of a diverse set of actual case studies will also be covered.
MWF, 11:00-11:50a.m., Bldg. 3072, ERDC
Aerospace Engineering
ASE 6433 Fundamental Numerical Grid Gen (3). Instr. Dr. D. Thompson, MSU
Grid Generation strategies; effects of grid quality on discetization errors; structured and
unstructured grid generation algorithms; solution adaptive grid generation; surface grid
generation.
MWF, 9:00-9:50a.m., Bldg. 3072, ERDC
ASE8313 Adv Computational Aerodynamics I (3). Instr. Dr. J. Janus, MSU
Derivation of complete equations for compressible fluid flow; unsteady one-dimensional flows;
method of characteristics; flow about two-dimensional, and axis-symmetric shapes; integral
methods.
TR, 3:30-4:45 p.m., Bldg. 3072, ERDC
ASE 8413. Computer Fluid Dyn I (3). Instr. Dr. J. Janus, MSU
Review of relevant numerical analysis; one dimensional methods; compressible inviscid
methods, Euler Equation methods, inviscid-viscous interaction methods; current literature.
TR, 2:00-3:15p.m., Bldg. 3072, ERDC
Engineering Mechanics Classes
EM 8113. Theory of Continuous Media (3). Instr. Dr. T. Lacy, MSU
An introduction to the general theory of continuous media and its application to the theories of
elasticity and fluid mechanics.
TR, 12:30-1:45p.m., Bldg. 3072, ERDC
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9. Business
BIS 8213.503 Advanced System Analysis and Design (3). Instr. Dr. M. Warkentin, MSU
Analysis/ design of computer-based information systems using structured methodologies and
tools. Emphasis on problem definition, requirements analysis, system design, project
management, vendor relations, and quality assurance.
MSU Internet. TUITION: $1641.00
BIS 8613.503 MIS Administration (3). Instr. Dr. K. Marett, MSU
Analysis/ design of computer-based information systems using structured methodologies and
tools. Emphasis on problem definition, requirements analysis, system design, project
management, vendor relations, and quality assurance.
MSU Internet. TUITION: $1641.00
BL 6333.503 Real Estate Law (3). Instr. Dr. G. Liddell, MSU
The legal principles applicable to real estate, including types of ownership and interests,
mortgages, restrictions, and regulations.
MSU Internet. TUITION: $1641.00
BQA 8233.503. Quant Analysis & Business Research (3). Instr. Dr. R. Taylor, MSU.
Investigation of the managerial decisions and statistical techniques used for conducting business
research, collection and analysis of data, and presentation results.
MSU Internet. TUITION: $1,641.00
BQA 8443.503 Stat Analy Bus Dec (3). Instr. Dr. J. Sullivan, MSU
Review of descriptive statistics, parametric inference procedures, analysis of variance,
regression, nonparametric methods; business problem formulation for computer analysis using
statistical packages.
MSU Internet. Tuition: $1641.00
EC 8103.503 Economics for Managers (3). Instr. Dr. J. Rezek, MSU
Primarily for masters level candidates. Exposition of the fundamental theoretical and analytical
tools of economics used by business managers engaged in decision making.
MSU Internet. TUITION: $1,641.00
FIN 8113.503. Corporate Finance (3). Instr. Dr. K. Roskelley, MSU
An examination of the interaction between financial accounting, cash flow estimation, capital
budgeting, risk and return, capital structure, and working capital management.
MSU Internet. TUITION: $1,641.00
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10. MGT 8123.503. Strategic Business Consulting (3). Instr. Dr. B. Spencer, MSU
A study of strategic management covering environmental analysis, competition between firms,
competitive advantage, and strategy implementation culminating in a consulting project with a
participating organization.
MSU Internet. TUITION: $1,641.00
First Term - 20 August - 11 October 2012
ACC 8112.513 Financial St. & Mgt. Accounting (2). Instr. Dr. N. Addy, MSU.
Analysis of financial statements and internal accounting reports to help management make
decisions.
MSU Internet. TUITION: $1,094.00
ACC 8112.513 Mgt. Info. Tech. and Systems (2). Instr. Dr. G. Templeton, MSU.
Course includes the description, acquisition or development and use of systems from a local and
global perspective. Technology-enabled concepts are used for student assignments.
MSU Internet. TUITION: $1,094.00
BIS 8112.513 Mgt Info Tech & Sys (2). Instr. Dr. G. Templeton, MSU
Course includes the description, acquisition or development and use of systems from a local and
global perspective. Technology-enabled concepts are used for student assignments.
MSU Internet. TUITION: $1,094.00
MGT 8112.513Leadership Skills (2). Instr. Dr. E. Marett, MSU
Survey of major behavioral skills used by managers to help them understand and influence
behavior in an organizational setting.
MSU Internet. TUITION: $1,094.00
Second Term - 15 October - 13 December 2012
MGT 8111.523 Human Resource Issues (1). Instr. Dr. E. Marett, MSU
Survey of nature and influences of human resource management in organizations. Case studies
are used to apply and reinforce theory.
MSU Internet. TUITION: $547.00
MKT 8153.523 Strategic Marketing Management (3). Instr. Dr. J. Collier, MSU.
Market strategic analysis, research and planning necessary to effectively match marketing
strategies with changing macro, micro and organizational environments.
MSU Internet. TUITION: $1,641.00
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11. Ole Miss
ENGR 691 Micromechanics (3). Instr. Dr. A. Al-Ostaz, OLE MIS
This course will introduce graduate students to different methods for evaluating mechanics of
materials. Microscopic analysis of cellular solids, poly-crystals and composite materials.
Homogenization techniques for finding effective properties of inhomogeneous materials.
Day/Time TBD
ENGR 699 Nanomechanics (3). Instr. Dr. H. Alketab, OLE MISS
This course will introduce graduate students multiscale mechanics of materials. Applications
include, but not limited to, concrete, asphalt, soil, geological materials, polymeric composites,
metal matrix composites, nanomaterials and nanocomposites.
Day/Time TBD
Texas A&M University
OCEN 685. Problems. (1-6). Research for thesis or dissertation.
OCEN 691. Research. (1-6). Research for thesis or dissertation.
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12. Enclosure (1)
Due to restrictions on VISA cards and VISA checks, the following procedure will be used to pay
for training.
Student submits a SF 182 training form for approval. (For ERDC employees, the vendor code of
WD84P should be used)
Student registers online for course.
Student prints Invoice from Banner and gives to Training Coordinator.
Training Coordinator or Budget Technician completes a training PR&C in CEFMS.
Training Coordinator or Budget Technician Completes a receiving report in CEFMS.
Training Coordinator or Budget Technician scans SF 182 and Invoice and emails to:
CEFC-U4 Invoices (ERDC)
CEFC-B4 Invoices (District)
CEFC-BO Invoices (Division) if you have anyone attending from here
CC: Sonja Beavers [Sonja@controller.msstate.edu]
CC: Montalbano, Cynthia M ERDC-SSE-MS Contractor
Everyone should know but just in case they don’t, only 1 invoice per e-mail can be sent to
Millington at a time. Be sure to title the attachment as the obligation #.
For Division and District, address is below and tied to the Vendor Code above for the "U4"
Address payment should be sent is:
Account Services &
Sponsored Student Office
Office of the Controller and Treasurer
PO Box 5328
Mississippi State, MS 39762
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