An introductory exploration of political systems in several nation states in various parts of the world. Coverage differs depending on the specialties and interests of instructor. Students learn about generalized comparative approaches and political development, political processes and political institutions in each state covered. (Gen.Ed. SB, DG)

The course explores the interaction between modeling through Matlab and Simulink, and system identification, which relies on empirical data from the actual system to identify the parameters of its model.

Introduction to quantum computing will give an overview of the emerging field of quantum computing starting with a basis in quantum optics and then survey various modalities of quantum computing hardware such as trapped ions, photonics and Transmons as well as sources of decoherence for each. In labs students will then program simulations of single qubit operations such as Rabi and Ramsey pulse sequences as well as two qubit manipulations such as Bell state generation to construct quantum circuits from fundamental quantum mechanical interactions.

Mathematical models for analog circuit elements such as resistors, capacitors, opamps and MOSFETs as switches. Basic circuit laws and network theorems applied to dc, transient, and steady-state response of first- and second-order circuits. Modeling circuit responses using differential equations Computer and laboratory projects. NOTE: Grades of C or better in MATH 132 and PHYSICS 152 are strongly recommended.

This seminar will give students the opportunity to learn more about the different areas and career pathways in computer science, through guest lectures by professors and grad students, reading research papers, and coordination with CICS Careers. It is intended to be taken alongside any COMPSCI 200-level core course.

In this course we explore microeconomic theories of how industries operate in real-world marketplaces where the conditions often deviate substantially from the perfectly competitive model in your earlier microeconomics courses. One element of the course will be group case studies of local or national industries of your choosing We'll see that different industrial conditions tend to lead to different structures and conduct of industries, and hence, different outcomes for shareholders, managers, workers, suppliers, and consumers.

In this course we will explore current research at the intersection of security and VLSI design. Topics covered will include supply chain vulnerabilities and mitigations, hardware reverse engineering, random number generator circuits, physical unclonable functions, fault attacks, and more. The work will include reading and presenting research papers, and is targeted to students that are, or may in the future, conduct research on these topics.

This course serves as the final, capstone experience in the Public Relations Concentration. Students will explore and gain practical, hands-on experience with the strategic communication planning process, conducting applied research and developing a comprehensive public relations campaign for a designated client.