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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