Date:
November 21, 2008
Date:
November 21, 2008
To:
School of Engineering Faculty
From:
M. E. Wood, Assistant Dean and
Chair, SOE Curricula and Courses Committee
Subj.:
Results of our November 2008 C & C Committee meetings
The School of Engineering Curricula and Courses Committee unanimously approved the attached program and catalog
changes.
The packet contains Program/Catalog changes to:
 Biomedical Engineering
 Civil Engineering
 Computer Science and Engineering plus
 Electrical and Computer Engineering
 Materials Science and Engineering
 Mechanical Engineering
 Graduate curricula - Announcing changes
I propose the following motion:
“The catalog, course and program changes approved in the School of Engineering Curricula and Courses
Committee report dated November 2008 be approved”
Motion to award Degrees
“That the faculty recommend to the Board of Trustees that they grant the degree of Bachelor of Science in
Engineering to the following students who have majored in Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Civil
Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science & Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Engineering
Physics, Environmental Engineering, Material Science & Engineering or Mechanical Engineering and that they
grant the degree of Bachelor of Science to the following students who have majored in Computer Science or
Management & Engineering for Manufacturing effective December 14, 2008, providing that a committee
consisting of the Assistant Dean, Director of Advising and Degree Auditor be authorized to withhold any degree
for which the requirements have not been met on Commencement Day or to add the name of any person to the list
who has met the requirement for a degree on Commencement Day”
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SOE C & C Committee Meeting
November 12, 2008
School of Engineering
Curriculum & Courses Committee
Report
November 21, 2008
Submitted by
M. E. Wood, Chair
SOE Curriculum & Courses Committee
SOE C & C Committee Meeting
November 12, 2008
BME Program
1. Approved adding Differential Equations (Math 2410) and Physics II (PHYS 1502)
back into the BME undergraduate curriculum.
2. Approved removing the life science and math science electives from the BME
undergraduate curriculum.
CEE Department
Courses & Curriculum Committee Motions
The following curricular actions are brought for discussion and approval to the CEE
faculty. They have been discussed and approved within the appropriate technical groups
and voted unanimously by the CEE C&C committee.
1) Proposal for editing the title of an existing undergraduate course from:
CE 3510. Soil Mechanics to CE 3510. Soil Mechanics I – Course description remains
the same
Rationale: We would like to add the postfix I to the title of this course so it links to the
Soil Mechanics II title for the follow up course. Note that this is an editorial change
needed so there is no confusion between Soil Mechanics II and a course titled Soil
Mechanics (w/o a postfix).
2) Proposal for a new undergraduate
CE 4541. Soil Mechanics II
First semester. Three credits. Pre-requisite: CE 3510 or equivalent
Introduction of soil as a multi-phase material; brief overview of origin and mineralogy of
soil; stress and strain analysis in soil; soil compression and consolidation; soil shear
strength; introduction to critical state soil mechanics.
SOE C & C Committee Meeting
November 12, 2008
CSE Departmental Changes
1. Prerequisite change for CSE 3300 Networks
It was voted unanimously by the CSE Department and C&C Committee on 11/12/2008 to:
Remove STAT 3025Q or STAT 3345Q or STAT 3375Q or MATH 3160 as
prerequisites for CSE 3300.
Rationale: Drs. Wang and Cui suggested, in consultation with Ruth Simons, that for CSE 3300
Networks prerequisite of Probability/Statistics should not be a prerequisite. The C&C Committee
further examined, refined, and approved the above.
2. Proposed new course: CSE 4709 Networked Embedded Systems
The CSE Department and C&C Committee voted unanimously on 11/12/2008 to introduce:
CSE 4709 Networked Embedded Systems
(Cross-listed as a senior undergraduate course and an introductory
graduate course)
Introduction to the basic concepts, challenges, and methods for
designing networked embedded systems. The course examines related
hardware, software, and system-level design. Hardware topics include
various design alternatives (such as microcontrollers, digital signal
processors (DSP), and field-programmable gate array (FPGA)) in
resource-constrained environments. Software issues include operating
systems, programming languages, program verification and analysis.
System-level topics include autonomous wireless sensor network design,
power and resource management, security and privacy.
Prerequisites: CSE2300W (CSE210), CSE3666 (CSE220) and CSE3300
(CSE245) or equivalent with permission of the instructor.
Rationale: Drs. Shi and Cui proposed this new course that is expected to be cross-listed as a
senior undergraduate course and an introductory graduate course. Dr. Cui taught a preliminary
version of this course in Spring 2007 in the form of CSE430 to graduate students. It received very
good feedback. It is hoped that the course can be offered in the cross-listed form in Spring 2009.
SOE C & C Committee Meeting
November 12, 2008
3. New CompEng Prof. Requirement: CSE 4302 Computer Architecture and
Organization
The CSE Curriculum Subcommittee on Networks and Architecture voted unanimously on
11/10/2008 to:
Approve that CSE4302 be added to the list of Professional Requirements
for the Bachelor of Science in Engineering in Computer Engineering.
A. The CSE Department conducted an email vote, and the two items
below were approved, with a majority of the faculty voting in favor
(with no votes against).
1. Include CSE 4302 Computer Arch. and Org. among
CompEng Professional Requirements. Discussed and approved by ECE
faculty at our last meeting. CSE has approved the addition.
2. Description for CSE 1010 to read as follows:
This course was approved at the Spring C & C meeting and at the faculty
meeting. However, a course description was not part of the approval
process. Here is the CSE C & C Committee approved course description.
"CSE 1010 - Introduction to Computing for Engineers
Both semesters. Three credits. Two class periods of lecture and one
2-hour laboratory period per week.
No previous programming experience required. Not open for credit to
students who have passed CSE 110C, 123C, 130C or 1100C.
Introduction to computing logic, algorithmic thinking, computing
processes, and a programming language and computing environment
providing a level of skills and base to enable students to use the
computer as an instrument to solve computing problems.
Representative problems from science, mathematics, and engineering
will be solved."
SOE C & C Committee Meeting
November 12, 2008
ECE Departmental Changes
Approved at ECE Faculty Meeting on October 7, 2008
Approved by ECE Curricula and Courses Committee on October 6, 2008
1. Electronics and Systems Minor. The electronics and systems minor was approved
unanimously in the form appended below.
2. Credit restrictions for ECE 1001. The following credit restriction was approved
unanimously: “ECE 1001 is not open for credit to students who have passed ECE
2001W.” A new course description for ECE 1001 is appended.
3. Allowing BME 3100 to substitute PHYS 1502 as a prerequisite for ECE2001W.
The ECE2001W instructor will continue to issue permission numbers for BME
students and we will reevaluate this in the future.
Electronics and Systems Minor
This minor requires at least 15 credits of course work. The minor is not open to students
who are pursuing majors in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or engineering
physics.
Course requirements are as follows:
A. ECE 2001W
B. ECE 3101 or BME 3400
C. 3 additional 2000-level or above ECE courses
The minor is offered by the School of Engineering. For the Electronics and
Systems minor, contact Dr. Rajeev Bansal at Rajeev@engr.uconn.edu.
Credit restrictions for ECE 1001. The following credit restriction was approved
unanimously: “ECE 1001 is not open for credit to students who have passed ECE 2001W
(210W).” A proposed course description for ECE 1001 follows.
ECE 1001 Survey of Modern Electronic Technology
(100) Semester by arrangement. Three credits. Not open for credit to
students who have passed ECE 2001W.
A non-specialist introduction to the broad field of electronic technology,
including historical roots, contemporary applications, and future directions.
CA 3.
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November 12, 2008
Approved at ECE Faculty Meeting November 11, 2008
Approved by ECE Curricula and Courses Committee (email vote) on November 7,
2008
1. Two new courses: ECE4225 and ECE5225 (see below)
2. Add CSE 4302 (CSE 249) to the list of PRs for Computer Engineering program
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Undergraduate
4225 Fundamentals of electron device design and characterization
First semester. Three credits. Prerequisite: ECE 3201. Recommended preparation:
ECE4211
Design of micro/nano electronic devices using state-of-the-art computer simulation tools,
experimental electrical characterization of semiconductor devices and introduction to
modern electronic devices such as high-performance MOSFETs, TFTs, solar cells, nonvolatile memories, CCDs, and thermoelectric power generators.
Graduate
5225 Electron device design and characterization
First semester. Three credits.
Design and evaluation of micro/nano electronic devices using state-of-the-art computer
simulation tools, experimental electrical characterization of semiconductor devices and
overview of modern electronic devices such as high-performance MOSFETs, TFTs, solar
cells, non-volatile memories, CCDs, and thermoelectric power generators. The electronic
device (such as a nanometer scale field effect transistor) design project will involve use
of Synopsys tools to simulate the fabrication process, device simulation and performance
evaluation.
SOE C & C Committee Meeting
November 12, 2008
Materials Science and Engineering
The following proposed changes were approved by the MSE faculty unanimously by
email vote:
1)
CHEG 3156 has been replaced by a professional elective in our MSE Major curriculum, but
the corresponding change was not made to our Engineering Physics curriculum. Hence, we
propose that CHEG 3156 be replaced by a professional elective in the Engineering Physics
curriculum.
2)
We would like to create 2 new courses: MSE 3700 and MSE 4701. These courses are
equivalent to the existing BME 3700 and BME 4701 courses, respectively, but tailored towards
MSE students and may be offered jointly with the corresponding BME courses. Descriptions of
the two new courses are appended below.
MSE 3700 Biomaterials
Spring Semester. Four credits. Prerequisite: MSE 2001 or MSE 2101. Not open to
students who have passed BME 3700.
Introduction to a series of implant materials, including metals, ceramics, glass ceramics,
polymers, and composites, including comparison with natural materials. Issues related to
mechanical properties, biocompatibility, degradation of materials by biological systems,
and biological response to artificial materials will be addressed. Particular attention will be
given to the materials for the total hip prosthesis, dental restoration, and implantable
medical devices.
MSE 4701 Advanced Biomaterials
Fall semester. Three credits. Prerequisite: MSE 3700 or BME 3700. Not open to
students who have passed BME 4701.
The aim of the course is to gain in-depth knowledge of a series of biomaterials for various
applications. This course will focus on a few topics, including calcium phosphates and
composites for hard tissue replacement, drug delivery systems, tissue engineering and
issues unique to the biomedical field.
SOE C & C Committee Meeting
November 12, 2008
Mechanical Engineering
The ME Department approved the change of credits for a course that was
approved at our Spring 08 C & C and faculty meetings from two to three
credits after conducting the pilot with added materials
ME 3265 The Engineering Process for Innovation and Value Creation
Second semester. Three credits. Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
The primary purpose of this course is to prepare engineers to survive
in the 21st century business environment, where the world wide internet
communication explosion will drive innovation to new levels. The
engineering process of creation of value and innovation will be
explored. The concepts and the tools required of engineering quality
and engineering productivity will be developed. Guest lectures from
people who have been active in innovation and starting new businesses
will fill the course with real world examples.
SOE C & C Committee Meeting
November 12, 2008
CEE Graduate Program Changes
A) Proposal for change in the catalog description of existing graduate course
CE 5541. Advanced Soil Mechanics
Three credits. Lecture.
Introduction of soil as a multi-phase material; brief overview of origin and mineralogy of
soil; stress and strain analysis in soil; soil compression and consolidation; soil shear
strength; common laboratory and in situ tests pertaining to soil strength and stiffness;
introduction to critical state soil mechanics; discussion and analysis of relevant case
histories.
Rationale: We would like to offer this course for both senior undergraduate students who
want to specialize in geotechnical engineering and entry level graduate students. The
minor change in the catalog text for the existing graduate course is needed to be able to
distinguish between the 2 (UG & GR) courses.
B) Proposal for simultaneous offering of an undergraduate and a graduate course
CE 5541 Advanced Soil Mechanics & CE 4541 Soil Mechanics II
Rationale: We would like to offer this course for both senior undergraduate students who
want to specialize in geotechnical engineering and entry level graduate students.
C) Proposal for a new graduate course CE 5151: Experimental Structural Dynamics
CE 5151: Experimental Structural Dynamics, 3 credits. Lecture.
Characteristics of random data; vibration test hardware; data acquisition and analysis; and
experimental modal analysis and system identification. Laboratory experiments will be
used to enhance understanding of taught concepts. Recommended Preparation: CE 5150
or equivalent
Rationale: The course was taught first time in Spring 2007 (Instructor: Richard
Christenson). It is scheduled for 2nd time offering for Spring 2009 (Instructor: Richard
Christenson)
SOE C & C Committee Meeting
November 12, 2008
RECOMMENDATIONS FOR THE GRADAUTE PROGRAM IN BIOMEDICAL
ENGINEERING
Chair:
Co-Chair:
BME Graduate Program Committee
Donald Peterson
Quing Zhu
Members: Martin Fox, Liisa Kuhn, Shiva Kotha, Yong Wang
Ex-Officio: John Enderle
Effective Starting Date for these Recommendations: January 2009
A. BME Graduate Admissions
1. BME Graduate Admissions Committee
a. A BME Graduate Admissions Committee would be responsible for decisions on
admission and rejection of graduate student applications and will meet as required to
consider all applications and make decisions upon assessing reviewer’s comments. A
suggested model of the structure of such a committee, which would be based on the
structure of the newly-proposed, six academic tracks with each track having at least two
members, is presented as follows:
i. Biomechanics - Don Peterson, Wei Sun,
ii. Biomaterials - Liisa Kuhn, Yong Wang,
iii. Bioimaging/Instrumentation - Quing Zhu, Marty Fox,
iv. Clinical Engineering - Frank Painter, John Enderle,
v. Biomedical Engineering Modeling - Monty Escabi, TBA,
vi. Bioinformatics - Ion Mandiou, Dong-Guk Shin.
(Please note that names offered here are for presentation only and are subject to
change based on availability and willingness to participate.)
b. Appointments and responsibilities to this committee may span three years and
members must be committed to participate in this committee and process. Periodic
deadlines throughout the academic year for the review and decision of applications may
be imposed and enforced by an Admissions Committee chair or the BME Program
Director.
c. The acceptance decisions of the committee will serve as recommendations to the
Graduate School.
2. Graduate Student Applications
a. Students should be required to identify and list a major advisor at the time of
application submission. If a student is accepted but has not successfully identified an
appropriate and permanent academic advisor, then a temporary major advisor, selected
from the list of core BME Faculty, can be assigned to that student by the Admissions
Committee. The student and the temporary major advisor will work together to identify a
permanent advisor.
b. Core or Affiliated Faculty can encourage any student to submit an application but
acceptance decisions are to be made by the Admissions Committee based on student
qualifications. Core or Affiliated Faculty can submit a letter of recommendation to the
committee to endorse a student’s application, especially if the student is of interest to
them and their research program.
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c. Applications to the five-year BS/MS program will also be reviewed by the Admission
Committee.
3. Other
a. The success of a Graduate Admission Committee will rely heavily on support from an
administrative assistant who will be responsible for managing and keeping track of
student files and for serving as the liaison between the BME graduate program and the
Graduate School.
B. Curriculum Changes
1. Course Structure – (Please note that the Graduate Program Committee is currently
working to identify and list course offerings for each BME track, including cross-linked
courses and potential core courses.)
a. A successful multi-disciplinary BME graduate program requires the choice of
appropriate coursework to be left to the major advisor, and/or advisory committee, who
would be responsible for defining a course structure relevant to the student’s chosen
BME discipline, prior
training, and desired research focus. This may include cross-listed coursework from
other
departments for the successful completion of the graduate degree.
b. Five core courses are required, along with a number of elective courses, toward
graduation.
The courses are listed in the BME Graduate Student Handbook and the core courses
are
selected from the available life science and engineering courses listed under a student’s
chosen
track. If it is believed that a graduate student has the required background that is
covered in a
specific core course, then the student’s advisory committee may decide to replace the
course
with a different course; however, this will require final approval from the BME Graduate
Committee.
c. The cross-listing of courses is high priority as it would enable the BME program to
achieve and
maintain a high-quality standard. This will ensure the effective use of university
resources as
well as to facilitate the development of this multi-disciplinary program without inefficient
or
inappropriate duplication of courses. Cross-listing of courses will include appropriate
course
offerings at both the Storrs and Farmington campuses.
d. Curriculum modifications to the BME graduate program are to be approved, by core
faculty vote,
through the BME Graduate Program Committee, with final approval by the Engineering
Dean.
C. Ph.D. Degree
1. Qualifying Examination
a. Upon successful completion of all core courses and regardless of GPA, all BME
doctoral
graduate students will be required to take a Ph.D. Qualifying Exam that is based on their
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assigned core courses. The examinations, either written, oral, or a combination of both,
are to
be offered once or twice yearly (depending on the number of Ph.D. examinees), with the
exact
date to be decided by the Graduate Committee. The committee conducting the
examination
may include members of the Graduate Committee; however, a graduate student’s major
advisor
may not serve on their examination committee.
b. The Graduate Committee may also require an additional examination covering
fundamental
topics in general engineering and BME as part of the Qualifying Exam, in order to ensure
quality
among all the graduate students who may have different Bachelor and/or Master degree
backgrounds.
2. Prospectus
a. Upon successfully passing the Ph.D. qualifying examination, all Ph.D. students are
required to
submit a Ph.D. prospectus, as required by the Graduate School, within a time frame
articulated
by the Graduate Committee. It is important that the major advisor and the advisory
committee
remain engaged while the student develops the prospectus. Approval of the prospectus
will
imply that the advisory committee has carefully reviewed the document and the student
has
successfully defended the prospectus. More specifically, it is the responsibility of the
major
advisor, and the advisory committee, to ensure that the student is competent and is able
to
convince their committee that, given the existing resources, the proposed research has
Ph.D.
merit and a high probability of success (e.g., the student may be required to make a
prospectus
presentation to their committee members).
b. The Graduate Committee will make arrangements for the Ph.D. prospectus to be
reviewed by
two impartial external/internal reviewers. The Graduate Committee may also request a
list of
suggested impartial reviewers from the student’s advisory committee. Individuals who
may
have a conflict of interest may not serve on the advisory committee.
c. The review process is to be concluded within a satisfactory time period and is not to
exceed six
weeks following the receipt of the prospectus.
3. Graduation Requirements
a. It is expected that all Ph.D. dissertations will make fundamental contributions that will
result in
scholarly journal publications. Upon completion, all BME Ph.D. candidates will have
published
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at least three archival journal papers and have presented their findings in
national/international
conferences.