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graduate school catalog - Catalog of Studies - University of Arkansas

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The Graduate School Departments and Course Descriptions<br />

A final oral examination is required and must be taken at least two weeks<br />

before graduation. The examination will be concerned primarily with the<br />

candidate’s dissertation but may include other aspects <strong>of</strong> the <strong>graduate</strong> work.<br />

Individually tailored programs <strong>of</strong> study will be designed with the expectation<br />

that the student will complete a minimum <strong>of</strong> 24 hours <strong>of</strong> course work beyond<br />

the master’s level, to include three required courses (ENDY 5113 Global<br />

Change, ENDY 6013 Environmental Dynamics, and either ENDY/ANTH/<br />

GEOL 5053 Quaternary Environments or ENDY/ANTH 6033 Society and<br />

Environment). In addition, 18 hours <strong>of</strong> dissertation research are required.<br />

<strong>University</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Arkansas</strong>, Fayetteville<br />

Environmental Dynamics (ENDY)<br />

ENDY5033 Advanced Vector Geographic Information Systems (Irregular) Advanced<br />

vector operations and analysis. Topics will include topological analysis, network<br />

analysis, geocoding, conflation, implications <strong>of</strong> source and product map scale, map<br />

generalization, error mapping, and cartographic production. Prerequisite: ANTH 4563<br />

or GEOS 4583 or equivalent. (Same as ANTH 5043,GEOS 5033)<br />

ENDY5043 GIS Analysis and Modeling (Odd years, Sp) Advanced raster topics are examined<br />

with a theoretical and methodological review <strong>of</strong> Tomlin’s cartographic modeling<br />

principles. Topics vary and include fourier methods, image processing, kriging, spatial<br />

statistics, principal components, fuzzy and regression modeling, and multi-criteria<br />

decision models. Several raster GIS programs are examined with links to statistical<br />

analysis s<strong>of</strong>tware. Prerequisite: (ANTH 4553 or GEOG 4553) or equivalent.<br />

ENDY5053 Quaternary Environments (Fa) An interdisciplinary study <strong>of</strong> the Quaternary<br />

Period including dating methods, deposits soils, climates, tectonics and human adaptations.<br />

(Same as ANTH 5053,GEOS 5053)<br />

ENDY5063 Climate Through Time (Sp) The earth’s climate history over the last 2 million<br />

years and the influence various factors have had on it; compilation and paleoclimatic<br />

histories and methods <strong>of</strong> dating climatic effects. Prerequisite: GEOG 4363 or equivalent.<br />

(Same as BIOL 5063,GEOS 5063)<br />

ENDY5113 Global Change (Fa) Examines central issues <strong>of</strong> global change including<br />

natural and human induced climate change, air pollution, deforestation, desertification,<br />

wetland loss urbanization, and the biodiversity crisis. The U.S. Global Change<br />

Research Program is also examined. Prerequisite: Graduate standing. (Same as<br />

GEOG 5113)<br />

ENDY5153 Environmental Site Assessment (Irregular) Principles, problems, and<br />

methods related to conducting an environmental site assessment. An applied course<br />

covering field site assessment, regulatory documentation, and report preparation.<br />

Prerequisite: GEOL 4033. (Same as GEOL 5153)<br />

ENDY5853 Environmental Isotope Geochemistry (Sp) Introduction to principles <strong>of</strong><br />

isotope fractionation and distribution in geological environments isotopic analytical<br />

methods, and extraction <strong>of</strong> isotope samples; application <strong>of</strong> isotopes in characterization<br />

<strong>of</strong> geologic processes and interaction with hydrologic, surficial, and biologic attenuation,<br />

paleothermometry soil and biochemical processes. Prerequisite: GEOL 5063 or<br />

GEOL 5263. (Same as GEOS 5853)<br />

ENDY6013 Environmental Dynamics (Irregular) Required course for ENDY doctoral<br />

candidates. Overview <strong>of</strong> Earth Systems: Lithosphere; Hydrosphere, Atmosphere, Biosphere,<br />

Cryosphere, and human interaction across Earth systems. Emphasis on understanding<br />

<strong>of</strong> processes within Earth systems and interactions across Earth Systems as<br />

they pertain to global self-regulation, secular variation, climate stability, development<br />

and sustainability <strong>of</strong> human societies. Prerequisite: Graduate standing.<br />

ENDY6023 Seminar in Environmental Dynamics (Irregular) Seminar examining specific<br />

contemporary topic <strong>of</strong> topics in Environmental Dynamics. Topics will change with<br />

each <strong>of</strong>fering. Prerequisite: Graduate standing. May be repeated for up to 6 hours <strong>of</strong><br />

degree credit.<br />

ENDY602V Current Topics Seminar (Irregular) (1-2) Various aspects <strong>of</strong> the environment<br />

will be explored through topic specific seminars. Subject matter will change each<br />

semester addressing current environmental issues and research. Seminars will be one<br />

or two hours credit. Prerequisite: Graduate standing. May be repeated for up to 6<br />

hours <strong>of</strong> degree credit.<br />

ENDY6033 Society and Environment (Sp) This course examines the complex interrelationships<br />

between human societies and the natural environment. Drawing on diverse<br />

and interdisciplinary perspectives in archaeology, ethnography, history, geography, and<br />

palaeo-environmental studies, readings and discussion will explore the co-production<br />

<strong>of</strong> social and environmental systems over time. (Same as ANTH 6033)<br />

ENDY689V Special Problems in Environmental Dynamics (Sp, Su, Fa) (1-6) Independent<br />

study <strong>of</strong> a topic related to environmental dynamics under the guidance <strong>of</strong> an ENDY<br />

faculty member. May be repeated for up to 6 hours <strong>of</strong> degree credit.<br />

ENDY6991 Environmental Dynamics Colloquium (Sp, Fa) Weekly meetings for discussion<br />

<strong>of</strong> current research in environmental dynamics. Graduate students must register<br />

for colloquium each semester. Colloquium credit does not count towards minimum<br />

hours required for the doctorate. Prerequisite: Graduate standing. May be repeated<br />

for up to 6 hours <strong>of</strong> degree credit.<br />

ENDY700V Doctoral Dissertation (Sp, Su, Fa) (1-18) Prerequisite: Graduate standing.<br />

May be repeated for up to 18 hours <strong>of</strong> degree credit.<br />

ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING (ENEG)<br />

Kevin D. Hall<br />

Department Head <strong>of</strong> Civil Engineering<br />

4190 Bell Engineering Center<br />

479-575-4954<br />

E-mail: kdhall@uark.edu<br />

James C. Young<br />

Coordinator <strong>of</strong> Environmental<br />

Engineering <strong>Studies</strong><br />

4190 Bell Engineering Center<br />

479-575-4954<br />

http://www.engr.uark.edu<br />

• Pr<strong>of</strong>essors Clausen (CHEG), Cross (CHEG), Penney (CHEG),<br />

Selvam (CVEG), Thoma (CHEG), Young (CVEG)<br />

• Associate Pr<strong>of</strong>essors Costello (BENG), Chaubey (BENG),<br />

Edwards (CVEG), Matlock (BENG), Nutter (MEEG), Soerens<br />

(CVEG)<br />

• Assistant Pr<strong>of</strong>essors Bajwa (BENG), Fairey (CVEG)<br />

• Adjunct Assistant Pr<strong>of</strong>essor Williams (CVEG)<br />

Degree Conferred:<br />

M.S.En.E (ENEG)<br />

The Master <strong>of</strong> Science in Environmental Engineering is a multi-discipline<br />

degree program designed for students from a multitude <strong>of</strong> academic areas.<br />

Regardless <strong>of</strong> under<strong>graduate</strong> discipline, each candidate for the degree must<br />

complete a number <strong>of</strong> basic under<strong>graduate</strong> engineering courses. In general,<br />

<strong>graduate</strong>s <strong>of</strong> engineering programs will have completed most, if not all, <strong>of</strong><br />

these courses and can expect to be accepted with little or no under<strong>graduate</strong><br />

prerequisite requirements. However, the prerequisite requirements for <strong>graduate</strong>s<br />

<strong>of</strong> programs other than engineering can be quite significant.<br />

To more readily accommodate students with diverse academic backgrounds,<br />

qualified under<strong>graduate</strong> students at the <strong>University</strong> can apply for<br />

acceptance into an integrated under<strong>graduate</strong>/<strong>graduate</strong> program <strong>of</strong> study after<br />

completing 72 credit hours towards the baccalaureate degree. The integrated<br />

under<strong>graduate</strong>/<strong>graduate</strong> program allows the student to complete some <strong>graduate</strong><br />

requirements prior to completion <strong>of</strong> the baccalaureate degree and receive<br />

full admission to the Graduate School. The integrated program consists <strong>of</strong><br />

four elements: 1) the requirements for the baccalaureate degree sought by the<br />

student, 2) a program <strong>of</strong> general education, mathematics, science, and basic<br />

engineering topics, 3) an 18 credit hour series <strong>of</strong> basic environmental engineering<br />

to provide a breadth <strong>of</strong> knowledge in the general subject matter, and 4)<br />

completion <strong>of</strong> <strong>graduate</strong> credit in a defined area <strong>of</strong> environmental engineering<br />

specialization. Depending upon the baccalaureate, there can be significant<br />

overlap between the requirements <strong>of</strong> elements 1, 2, and 3. For example, with<br />

appropriate course selection, an engineering B.S. degree can fulfill all requirements<br />

<strong>of</strong> elements 1, 2, and 3.<br />

Program Objectives: The objectives <strong>of</strong> the M.S.En.E. program are to<br />

prepare <strong>graduate</strong>s for careers in environmental engineering practice with government<br />

agencies, engineering firms, or industries and to provide a foundation<br />

for continued study at the post-masters level.<br />

Primary Areas <strong>of</strong> Faculty Research: Water and wastewater treatment;<br />

decentralized collection and treatment systems; soil and groundwater remediation;<br />

surface and ground water quality; storm water pollution prevention;<br />

environmental and hydrologic modeling; animal waste management; non-<br />

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