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The academic year at Mahidol University International College (MUIC) consists of Fall (T1), Winter (T2) and Spring (T3) Trimesters (same as Quarters).
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ICAM 101 Introduction to Animation
Prerequisite: ICEM 101
General theories of animation as art and entertainment; history of animation; changes in attitudes towards animation; overview of the state of the art, technology, and business of animation; key concepts of visual language and composition.
ICAM 102 Color Theory and Application
Historical evolution of color theory; theories of color; basic color terminology; abstract and representational color, harmony and color relationships, color schemes. Color applied to storytelling: color for characters, sequences and scenes, emotional use of color, and narrative use of color.
ICAM 103 Drawing for Animation I
Introduction to technical drawing for 2D and 3D animation; animation fundamentals including posing, staging, caricature, and exaggeration. Study and creation of cartoon drawings; study of realistic drawings; studio practice in life drawing studio; drawing from a human model.
ICAM 104 2D Animation I
Prerequisite: ICAM 101
Basic principles of animation including posing, timing, squash and stretch, anticipation, slow in and out, follow through. Studio practice includes a series of hand-drawn exercises.
ICAM 201 Character Design I
Prerequisite: ICAM 103
Creation of animation-friendly 2D and 3D characters for the screen, emphasizing the look and appeal of a character, personality, psychology, context within an environment and within a cast of supporting characters.
ICAM 202 Drawing for Animation II
Prerequisite: ICAM 103
Deeper exploration of the human muscular and skeletal structure; volumetric drawing from a model, realistic drawing, light, value, techniques for making the 2D drawing look more 3-dimensional.
ICAM 203 Storyboarding I
Introduction to the development of a storyboard; combination of cinematic storytelling skills with drawing, acting, pacing, etc. Practice is based on the application of film language and narrative devices and structures, careful study of scripts and of animated and live action films; drawing and staging exercises.
ICAM 204 2D Animation II
Prerequisite: ICAM 104
Acting, dialogue, and perspective; exploration of the 2D animation process: rough, breakdown, and clean-up.
ICAM 205 Computer Programs for Animation
Prerequisites: ICAM 202, ICAM 204 Introduction to computer programs essential to the pre-production and production process; technical and artistic use of computer programs as a tool for creating art; specific use of each program in an integrated computer graphics production facility.
ICAM 206 Storyboarding II
Prerequisite: ICAM 203
In-depth exploration of storyboarding: characterization, points of view, guidance of the eye through the sequence of the storyboard, and montage sequences. From storyboard to story reel: integrating sound and editing techniques. Special focus on story reels and storyboards for a TV series.
ICAM 301 Layout Design I
Prerequisite: ICAM 206
Creating the space for animated characters to act in; visual storytelling, introduction to perspective; creating the illusion of 3D space, incorporating perspective into the design of all manner of environments. Basic design principles utilized to guide the eye of the audience around the static and moving picture: basic lighting concepts, using value to direct the eye.
ICAM 302 3D Animation I
Prerequisite: ICAM 204
Foundation skills for 3D computer animation; developing a working knowledge of the underlying process of 3D animation; polygonal modeling techniques, NURBS, procedural and raster image mapping, lighting, camera, shader and rendering methods, hierarchical linking, “keyframe animation”, and pre-production fundamentals.
ICAM 303 3D Animation II
Prerequisite: ICAM 302
Expansion of 3D computer animation; developing a working knowledge of the advanced process of 3D animation; complex polygonal modeling techniques, NURBS, procedural and raster image mapping, lighting, camera, shader and rendering methods, hierarchical linking, keyframe animation, and dynamic simulation
ICAM 304 Character Design II
Prerequisite: ICAM 201
Creation and development of complex and multi-faceted 2D and 3D characters, emphasizing facial expressions; study and practice of a variety of animation design styles; 3D sculpting using Maya and Zbrush.
ICAM 351 Animation Production Management
Aspects of managing a production: economics of the animation business; supply and demand of the global animation industry; production process and pipeline from development to post production.
ICAM 352 Layout Design II
Prerequisite: ICAM 301
Building on the foundations of Layout Design I; in-depth practice in creating and staging of the environments in which characters act; implementation of film language principles using Maya tools; color and stylization. 2D, 3D, and live action filmmaking will be discussed.
ICAM 353 Painting I
Watercolor and acrylic painting: introduction to color composition, color mixing, wet and dry techniques, light and value, and texture. Painting from still-life and outdoor landscapes.
ICAM 354 Painting II
Prerequisite: ICAM 353
Introduction to computer programs used by professional 2D and 3D animation studios: Photoshop, Painter, and Body Paint; using various combinations of programs for visual paint effects, pre-production and production uses of each program.
ICAM 355 Computer and Video Games
Introduction to game theory and practice; principal, technical and process of video game creation; ethical and marketing factors. Educational theory to adjust level of game design and activities to the intended user.
ICAM 356 Media Composition
Introduction to technical and principles of media compositions; conceptualizing many layers of visual material to create a complete picture; visualization of and combination of live action and computer generated pictures, not in real time during the shooting process; the marriage of multiple sources of visual material, each obtained at differing times in the production process.
ICAM 370 Seminar in Animation Production
Prerequisite: Third year or higher
The course examines and finds solutions to chosen current issues or case studies in Animation Production. Students are required to participate in supervised discussions supported by experienced lecturers.
ICAM 380 Selected Topics in Animation Production
Prerequisite: Third year or higher
Selected topics in animation including specific animation schools and styles, animators, character walks, 3 D game design, various topics in Maya, Photoshop, Premier, After Effects, or Flash, detailed investigation of new or emerging trends in animation, etc.; special subjects determined by student interest and available instructor or visiting faculty.
ICAM 381 Independent Study in Animation Production
A directed independent study tailored to fit individual interests in a specific area of animation production.
ICAM 398 Professional Internship in Animation Production
Supervised internship in the field through placement in local animation companies. At the end of the internship, a seminar will be conducted in order to summarize the main concepts in “Television Production” within a context of Mass Communication.
ICAM 399 International Field Study in Animation Production
Prerequisite: ICAM 303 I
Introduction to the management styles of international media corporations; international artistic and business trends, and international media markets; foreign regulations and legal considerations; innovations, and technology.
ICAM 498 Animation Production Final Project I
Preparation of the models and story reel for a short 2 to 3 minute animated film using the medium of their choice. A faculty member will supervise the progression of the project over the course of the trimester.
ICAM 499 Animation Production Final Project II
Prerequisite: ICAM 498
Completion of the short film prepared in Animation Final Project part I. A faculty member will supervise the progression of the project over the course of the trimester. Upon completion, all final projects will be presented together in a film festival/job fair setting.
ICMA 211 General Mathematics I
Prerequisite: ICNS 102
Techniques of integration, improper integrals, applications of integration, analytical geometry, infinite series, polar coordinates, parametric equations, vectors in the plane.
ICMA 212 General Mathematics II
Prerequisite: ICMA 211
Three-dimensional space; rectangular, spherical and cylindrical coordinates; functions of several variables; partial derivatives; multiple integrals; vector calculus; line and surface integrals of vector functions; Green's theorem; the divergence theorem; Stoke's theorem.
ICMA 214 Ordinary Differential Equations
First order differential equations and their applications, fundamental solutions of the homogeneous second order equation, linear independence, higher order linear equations.
ICMA 215 Calculus
Prerequisites: ICNS 102 or equivalent
Limits, continuity, derivatives, techniques of differentiation, application of derivatives, antiderivatives, techniques of integration, improper integrals and application of integration.
ICMA 222 Introduction to Pascal
Introduction to Pascal programming language; basic programming techniques on how to program to solve mathematics problems.
ICMA 321 Linear Algebra
Vector spaces, linear transformations, rank and nullity, isomorphisms, eigen vectors, canonical forms.
ICMA 322 Advanced Calculus>
Functions, continuity, integration, convergence, differentiability.
ICMA 323 Partial Differential Equations
The potential, diffusion and wave operators, existence, uniqueness, stability, regularity, boundary conditions, solution methods and mathematical tools.
ICMA 324 Real Analysis
Measurable functions, measures, the integrable functions, the Lebesque space, modes of convergence.
ICMA 331 Special Functions
Bessel functions, Gamma functions, Hermites functions, Laguerre functions, Legendre functions, Zeta functions.
ICMA 333 Boundary Value Problems
Linear homogenous and Sturm-Liouville boundary value problems, solution of non-homogeneous problems; Green's function and generalized Green's function.
ICMA 335 Theory of Complex Numbers
Complex numbers, elementary functions of a complex variable, analyticity, Cauchy-Rieman equations, Cauchy's integral theorem, classification of singularities, residues, evaluation of integrals, conformal mappings.
ICMA 336 Numerical Analysis
Error analysis, numerical solution of nonlinear equations, Interpolation theory, approximation of functions, numerical differentiation and integration, numerical solution of ordinary and partial differential equations.
ICMA 341 Fluid Dynamics
Review of fluid mechanics, including one dimensional flow, two dimensional motion, Eulerian methods and momentum, the pressure equation, general equation of motion, irrotational motion, viscous fluid, stream functions, complex potential, method of images, and basic singularities.
ICMA 423 Set Theory
Inclusion, partially ordered sets and lattices, function, relations, countable sets, cardinal number, Zorn's lemma, ordinal numbers, the axiom of choice, basic properties of metric spaces.
ICMA 424 Abstract Algebra
Group theory, preliminary ideas of ring and field, integral domain, polynomial ring, irreducible polynomials.
ICMA 425 Introduction to Topology
Closed and open sets, open covers, convergence, completeness and compactness, separability, metric spaces, topological spaces, connectedness.
ICMA 441 Viscous Fluid
Concept of continuity; voracity, continuity equation, equations of motions; exact solutions; low Reynolds number flows; boundary layer analysis; inner and outer expansions.
ICMA 442 Discrete Mathematics
Mathematical induction, equivalence relations and partitions, Counting Recurrence relations, trees, graphs.
ICMA 444 Research Project in Applied Mathematics (6-cr.)
Small research project in Mathematics or related fields under the supervision of an advisor.
ICMA 445 Seminar in Applied Mathematics (2-cr.)
Staff seminar; student presentations and discussions of research; review of topics.
ICBI 102 Integrated Laboratory in Biological Sciences I 2-cr.
Cell structure and function, tissue, cell division, ecology, movement of molecules, respiration, and photosynthesis.
ICBI 202 Integrated Laboratory in Biological Sciences II 2-cr.
Integrated laboratory exercises on cell biology, genetics and molecular biology.
ICBI 203 Comparative Biology of Vertebrates 4-cr.
Prerequisite: ICNS 112
Comparison of homologous structures in vertebrates of various classes, morphological variations of homologous organs among vertebrates; animal evolution; practical exercises included.
ICBI 204 Developmental Biology 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112 or equivalent
Embryogenesis, molecular and cellular aspects of differentiation, morphogenesis in a variety of vertebrates and invertebrates, comparative study of normal and deviate development in well-known mammals.
ICBI 206 Medical Ethics 2-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112 or equivalent
Ethical issues in medical practice and research in biomedical science involving patients or human volunteers; design of field and clinical trials.
ICBI 207 Ethics for Biological Sciences 4-cr.
Prerequisites: none
Students should be able to understand the foundation and theories of biomedical and health care ethics; to be able to describe definitions, codes of conducts and declarations of biomedical ethics; to be able to explain the applications of biomedical ethics; to recognize commonly encountered ethical dilemmas stemming from advances in biomedical technologies, to develop critical thinking of contemporary and controversial issues of biomedical ethics; to explore the impact of aging, health care reform and mental health; to understand legislation law and code of conducts on clinical practice, and use of human or animal in experimentation; to be able to present case studies.
ICBI 211 General Microbiology 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112 or equivalent
Structure, physiology and ecology of viruses, bacteria, protozoa and fungi, especially bacteria; aspects of microbiology importance in health, sanitation, food processing and industry; practical exercises included.
ICBI 212 General Biochemistry 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112 or equivalent
Structure and function of biomolecules; controls and processes of metabolism at the cellular and molecular levels; practical exercises included.
ICBI 213 Genetics 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112 or equivalent
DNA as genetic material, Mendelian genetics, chromosomal basis of heredity, complex traits, evolutionary genetics, molecular genetics, formulation of genetic hypotheses.
ICBI 216 Cell Biology 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112 or equivalent
Analysis of the structures and functions of cells, cell action, especially the fundamental relationships between structure and function at the cellular and molecular levels.
ICBI 221 Animal Biology 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112 or equivalent
A survey of the animal kingdom with emphasis on function, structure, evolution, and ecology; demonstrations and practical exercises included.
ICBI 231 Plant Biology 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112 or equivalent
A survey of the plant kingdom, their functional anatomy and morphology, physiology, evolution, diversity and utilization; practical exercises.
ICBI 241 Ecology and Conservation 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112 or equivalent
Living things and their environment; ecosystems and natural cycles; human intervention, technological progress and ecological balance; ecological and genetic basis for conservation of species, population, and communities; practical exercises and field trips included.
ICBI 255 Introduction to Oceanography 4-cr.
History of oceanography; introduction to the earth and geomorphology; evolution of the ocean; plate tectonics; the sea floor; nature of seawater; atmosphere-ocean interactions; circulation patterns and ocean currents; waves and tides; coasts and estuaries; human impact on oceanic system; field trips with practical exercises.
ICBI 256 Sustainable Development 4-cr.
Sustainable development: principles and approaches; 1972 Stockholm Earth Summit; 1992 Rio Earth Summit; Agenda 21; 2002 Johannesburg World Summit; outcomes of the summits; the role of UN agencies, NGOs, governments, businesses and individuals; industry and farming and the environment; population; poverty and inequality; food and agriculture.
ICBI 257 Environmental Issues: Past, Present and Future 4-cr.
An in-depth study of environmental issues e.g. Exxon Valdez and other oil spills; Bhopal and other chemical leaks; Chernobyl and other radiation leaks; ozone depletion; global warning; loss of biodiversity; deforestation; genetic engineering and Genetically Modified Organism (GMOs); water issues; urban issues; contemporary and likely future environmental issues.
ICBI 301 Functional Histology 4-cr.
Microscopic characteristics of cells, tissues, and organs of the human body; a systematic and sequential consideration of fundamental histology of the basic tissues and microscopic organization of the major organ systems; light and electron microscopic features of cells and tissues with direct correlation of structure and function. Laboratory exercises, microscopic structures of cells, tissues and organs from permanent slides, CD-rom, VDO, light and electron micrographs.
ICBI 304 Basic Immunology 2-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112 or equivalent
Current understanding of the cellular and molecular interactions in the inductions, expression, and regulation of the cellular and humoral immune responses; recent knowledge and applications concerning immunity to various microbial infections as well as antigen-antibody interactions; serodiagnosis and detection of cell-mediated immune response.
ICBI 305 Human Biology I 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112, ICBI 204
Human anatomy and function. Laboratory exercises include dissections of human cadavers: head, neck, back, anterior chest wall and upper limbs.
ICBI 306 Human Biology II 4-cr.
Prerequisite: ICBI 305
Human anatomy and function. Laboratory exercises include dissections of human cadavers: thorax, abdomen, pelvis, perineum and lower limbs.
ICBI 307 Nutrition and Dietetics 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112 or equivalent
Importance of food and nutrients for good health; significance of physiological, biochemical and sociological factors of nutritional requirements; practical application of food and nutrition to diet planning and implementation suited to vulnerable groups and individual therapeutic needs.
ICBI 308 Molecular Biology 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112 or equivalent
Critical thinking styles, brief of key instruments, reviews on basic functional interactions of macromolecules, molecular biology of genes and genomes, genetic engineering and genome analysis; Group discussion included.
ICBI 309 Pathobiology 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112, ICBI 216
Pathophysiological mechanism of diseases; cell injury and cell death; inflammation and repair; bacterial, viral, fungal and parasitic infections; disturbances of minerals and pigments; disorders of immune response; disturbance of body fluid and blood flow; fever and hypothermia; cellular differentiation and neoplasia; practical exercises included.
ICBI 310 Mammalian Physiology 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112 or equivalent
Function and control mechanisms of nervous, muscular, circulatory, respiratory, excretory, digestive, endocrine and reproductive systems; their interrelationships in homeostasis.
ICBI 311 Pharmacology and Toxicology 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112, ICBI 212
Principles of pharmacology; how selected drugs and chemicals affect biological systems; naturally occurring toxicants, mycotoxin, bacterial toxins, chemical additives, residues of agricultural chemicals and other environmental contaminants; standard procedures used for evaluation of food products; practical exercises included.
ICBI 314 Tropical Ecology 4-cr.
The tropical environment; tropical rainforests and biodiversity; tropical streams, rivers, floodplains and estuaries; tropical lakes, wetlands, mangroves, sea grasses, coral reefs; biogeography; practical exercises and field trips.
ICBI 315 Microbial Physiology and Genetics 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112, ICBI 211
Microbial growth, metabolism; microbial structures and functions; gene structure and regulation of microbial metabolism; microbial genetic structure; maintenance, expression, and exchange of genetic materials in microbial cells.
ICBI 316 Environmental Microbiology 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112, ICBI 211
Influence of aquatic environments on microorganisms; effects of microbial metabolic processes on the quality of water; field survey with laboratory exercises included.
ICBI 317 Aquatic Ecology 4-cr.
Hydrological cycle; physico-chemical properties of water; effect of light in the aquatic environment; physical limnology; biological activity in lakes; nutrient limitation; trophic interaction in lakes; characteristics of material flow in streams and rivers; tides and estuaries; practical exercises.
ICBI 318 Aquatic Ecology Field Course 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112, ICBI 317/ICEN 317
Field course providing experience in ecological assessments and surveys of aquatic habitats; parameters measured/ascertained include water quality, riparian land use, in-stream and in-lake habitat types, algal communities, benthic invertebrates, fish communities; student presentations.
ICBI 319 Conservation Biology 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112 or equivalent
The aims and origins of conservation biology, conservation problems and issues, causes of habitat degradation and extinction, conservation genetics, small population biology, the values of communities and ecosystems, reducing and management of endangered species, social and ethical issues in conservation.
ICBI 320 Population and Community Ecology 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112 or equivalent
Population growth and dynamics of age-structured populations, population control, theory of competition, herbivory, predations, community, trophic structure and control, community diversity, theories of evolution and maintenance of diversity, laboratory experiments, field trips, sampling and modeling exercises.
ICBI 321 Invertebrate Zoology 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112 or equivalent
Morphology, anatomy, physiology and taxonomy of the invertebrates from protozoa to coelomates; phylogenetic relationships; ecology and behavior; demonstrations and practical exercises included.
ICBI 322 Vertebrate Zoology 4-cr.
rerequisites: ICNS 112 or equivalent
Morphology, physiology, behavior and taxonomy of various vertebrate groups; comparative anatomy in relationship to the evolution of the vertebrates; demonstrations and laboratory exercises included.
ICBI 323 Experimental Embryology 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112, ICBI 204
Comparative study of reproduction, gametogenesis, fertilization, cleavage and morphogenesis; development of organ systems in animals; practical exercises included.
ICBI 324 Reproductive Biology 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112 or equivalent
Anatomy, physiology, histology, biochemistry and endocrinology of vertebrate reproduction; practical exercises included.
ICBI 331 Plant Physiology 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112, ICBI 231
Plant physiology and metabolism; transpiration, translocation and conduction; respiration and photosynthesis; nutrition, growth and differentiation; plant hormones and growth regulators; laboratory exercises included.
ICBI 341 Neurobiology 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICBI 112, ICBI 204
Developmental neurobiology, neuroanatomy, and neurophysiology; some clinical aspects as a result of neuropathological defects or lesions; practical exercises included.
ICBI 342 Developmental Neurobiology 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICBI 112, ICBI 204
Comparative formation of functional nervous systems in vertebrates and invertebrates; neurogenesis; axon guidance; cell migration and cell death; the role of genetic factors on the development of nervous systems and behavior.
ICBI 343 Endocrinology 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112 or equivalent
Effects of hormones on brain, body and behavior; principal functions and roles of hormones in relation to body growth and functions, such as growth and sex hormones, adrenal stress hormone and hormones regulating metabolic pathways; medical and veterinary applications of hormone therapy; practical exercises included.
ICBI 344 Environmental Science 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112 or equivalent
Ecological concepts related to the problems of pollution and their impact on agriculture and wildlife communities, natural resources, sustainable development and maintenance of clean environment.
ICBI 382 Systematic Biology and Biodiversity 4-cr.
Prerequisites: none
Classification and taxonomy of all living organisms into kingdom, phylum, class, order, family, genus and species; morphology; physiology, evolution, diversity and roles in the ecosystem and environment.
ICBI 391 Health Psychology 4-cr.
An individual's psychology and the ways it can affect adjustment to illness; prevention of illness through health promotion.
ICBI 401 Medical Physiology 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112 or equivalent
Human physiology and basic pathophysiology of common diseases in man; functions and control mechanisms of the nervous, muscular, cardiovascular, respiratory, renal gastrointestinal and endocrine systems; interrelationship between these systems.
ICBI 402 Epidemiology 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112, ICBI 211, ICBI 412
Prevalence of endemic health problems caused by infectious diseases or non-infectious disorders; diseases of Southeast Asia in comparison with those in tropical Africa and America; field studies included.
ICBI 403 Introduction to Tropical Medicine 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112, ICBI 211
Environmental factors in tropical countries which facilitate endemic diseases; geographical distribution and transmission of commonly found diseases caused by microbes, protozoa, and helminthes with special reference to Southeast Asia; non-infectious diseases existing in the region such as nutritional disorders, food poisoning, snake and other venomous bites and stings; preventive tips for aliens living in and travelling to Thailand.
ICBI 405 Community Health 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112 or equivalent
Survey of community health status, primary health care concept, health system analysis and heath manpower development; practical sessions at local hospitals and field trips included.
ICBI 406 Ergonomics 2-cr.
Physiological and psychological aspects in the workplace emphasizing the interfacing of man, machine and environment; work station design; work posture; manual materials handling; work-rest cycle, and seating. ICBI 407 Occupational Health and Safety 4 (4-0-8) Environmental factors at work regarding workers' health and safety, such as air, water, food, chemical or biological materials handled in the production line, including waste and waste disposal; evaluating harmful effects of such factors to control them; prevention of unsatisfaction and risk assessment in the workplace.
ICBI 411 Psychopathology 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112 or equivalent
Nature and causes of maladjusted behavior; factors which may affect personality and development.
ICBI 412 Parasitology 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112, ICBI 211
Biology, ecology and physiology of parasites of man and some domestic animals; molecular parasitology; basic research in control and diagnosis of parasite infection; demonstrations and laboratory exercises included.
ICBI 413 Microtechniques in Biology 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112 or equivalent
Theory and practice of preparing plants and animals for microscopic examination, general routines for the preparation of tissue; general histochemistry.
ICBI 414 Industrial Microbiology 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112, ICBI 211
Morphology, physiology, nutrition and growth of microorganisms; taxonomy and identification of microorganisms important to health; industrial processes; field visits and laboratory exercises included.
ICBI 415 Biotechnology 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112, ICBI 213, ICBI 308
Technology and the application of scientific principles in relation to animals, plants, microorganisms; production of cellular compounds in public health, agriculture and industry.
ICBI 421 Entomology 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112 or equivalent
Insect morphology, physiology, systematics, natural history, and relationships with humans; field survey with laboratory exercises included.
ICBI 422 Animal Behavior 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112 or equivalent
Types and functions of animal behavior; development of behavior, learning, mechanisms of behavior; animal social behavior; evolution of social behavior.
ICBI 431 Plant Tissue Culture 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112, ICBI 231
Methods and techniques in plant cell and tissue culture; nutrition and metabolism; growth, differentiation and organogenesis; applications in agriculture, horticulture and forestry through clonal multiplication; laboratory exercises included.
ICBI 437 Current Issues Biotechnology 4-cr.
The subject covers basic scientific knowledge and its application in biotechnology. Basic molecular biology & practical applications, some historical examples, contemporary applications of biotechnology will be discussed to provide tools and basic knowledge in order to understand biotechnology. The emerging areas of biotechnology, for example Medical Biotechnology, Agricultural Biotechnology, Bioremediation, Aquatic Biotechnology. In addition, the issues in Biotechnology such as genetically modified food and organisms, embryos for research/human cloning, ethical/legality/social questions & dilemmas will be discussed as well.
ICBI 441 Marine Biology 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112 or equivalent
Natural history of marine animals, exclusive of protozoa and insects; types of environment in the ocean, shallow tropical seas; the relation of biological distributions to the physical and chemical environment; the effects of environmental change; the application of ecological techniques to local problems; field surveys with laboratory exercises included.
ICBI 442 Pollution Biology 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112 or equivalent
Causes and problems of pollution in the environment, including water, soil and air; analysis of the problems of pollution in Thailand.
ICBI 464 Cell Technology 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112, ICBI 216
Culturing techniques for plant and animal cells; biotechnology applications; animal cells as hosts for virus cultures; vaccine production, antibody production, industrial production of proteins and hormones; genetic engineering using cell technology.
ICBI 465 Cytogenetics 4-cr.
Prerequisites: ICNS 112, ICBI 213
Genetics of cells and genetic toxicology; mutagenesis and carcinogenesis; chromosome aberrations; genetic diseases; short – term and long – term assay; practical exercises included.
ICBI 491 Seminar in Biological Sciences 2-cr.
Student presentations and discussions of research or review of topics of current interest in biological sciences.
ICBI 498 Research Project in Biological Sciences 6-cr.
Small research project in biological sciences under the supervision of an advisor.
ICMB 201 Macroeconomics
Introduction to macroeconomics principle, theories of output, consumption, inflation, unemployment, fiscal and monetary policy, international monetary system.
ICMB 202 Microeconomics
Introduction to microeconomics principles, pricing theory, economic scarcity, consumer behavior, production costs, market structure, utility analysis, and distribution of income.
ICMB 211 Fundamental Financial Accounting
Business transactions and financial statements. evolution of accounting, recording and classifying financial transactions, the preparation of financial statements, characteristics of various types of accounts, the accounting principles, and the usefulness and limitations of accounting information.
ICMB 212 Managerial Accounting
Prerequisites: ICMB 211
Cost accounting and the role of managerial accounting in planning, organizing, controlling functions, and decision support.
ICMB 221 Principles of Marketing
Managerial marketing, product management, channel of distribution, price system, promotional activities, and introduction to consumer behavior.
ICMB 232 Essentials of Management
The basic management functions, the basic skills required in management, principles of management developed, the necessary attributes of a manager, and coverage of significant management theories, introduction to mini-case studies involving group work as a member of a management team.
ICMB 233 Human Resource Management
Theories, practices and concepts of people management in organization, and the relationship between human resource management and organizational performance.
ICMB 281 Computers in Management
The impact of modern information technology on the structure and management of organizations, basic computer literacy use of application programs as communication tools (primarily e-mail, word processors, database management systems, spread sheets, and presentation graphics).
ICMB 341 Business Law
Business law, regulations, elements of contract, property law, employment law, partnership and corporation law.
ICBE 342 Intermediate Microeconomics
Consumption theory and indifference curve analysis with emphasis on consumption overtime, theory of information cost and market with risk, theory of production and cost, theory of the firm, different types of market structure and behavior, price determination in factor markets, general equilibrium analysis, and introductory welfare economics.
Prerequisite: ICMB 202 ICBE 343 Intermediate Macroeconomics
An analysis of the relationship between product, money security and labor markets and the foreign sector in determining their general economic stability. Emphasis will be placed on their effects on income, employment and general price level and the study of the influences of classical and Keynesian theory on economic problems and the policy implications.
Prerequisite: ICMB 201 ICMB 351 International Business Management
Prerequisite: ICMB 232
International business operations, organization structure, finance and accounting systems, taxation system, marketing strategy, cultural differences, global trade, capital markets and economic growth, the impact of regional trading blocs, corporate global competitiveness, and global strategies.
ICMB 363 Management Science
Prerequisite: ICNS 104
Model building as a foundation for rational decision making and problem solving, linear and nonlinear programming, network models, queuing analysis, probability and decision theory, non-parametric statistics, and simulation, computer software applying these techniques in the analysis of a wide variety of decision problems.
ICMB 371 Business Finance
Prerequisite: ICNS 104, ICMB 211
An introduction to the principles of financial management, the role of finance within the firm, the firm and its objectives, time value of money, valuation of financial assets, capital budgeting techniques, risk and return, costs of capital, estimation and forecasting of cash flows, project evaluation, and other financial management tools.
ICMB 372 Financial Management
Prerequisite: ICMB 371
Financial policies affecting decision making in financial management, the differences in the need for finance in terms of the operational characteristics of particular industries, long-term financial planning, net working capital management, asset pricing theory, efficient market hypothesis, capital structure, and dividend policy.
ICMB 431 Strategic Management
Prerequisite: ICMB 351, Seniors
The fundamental elements of organizational management strategy, the process and frameworks of strategic management, the internal and external environment, the mission of the organization, organizational objectives and policies, and business strategy.
ICMB 432 Business Ethics
Prerequisite: ICMB 351
The purpose and value of business ethics. Fundamental theories of ethics, ethical foundations in business, various ethical concepts and dilemmas in the business world for analysis and learning. Business ethics issues faced by corporate managers making decisions and their impact on stakeholders; e.g., employees, customers, the public, environment, etc. Essential process for students' self-evaluation, and methods to test and apply ethical theories in their own future working life.
ICMB 491 Practical Business Training – On Campus (8-cr.)
Prerequisites: Juniors, Seniors
Serving an internship at MUIC's training facility, learning the day to day operations of the business, emphasizing on the importance of planning and control.
ICMB 493 Directed Research (8-cr.)
Prerequisite: Juniors, Seniors, Pre-registration
Developing a research paper concerning a current business, stating a hypothesis, collecting data and interpreting the data through proven testing methods, and reporting results.
ICCH 111 General Chemistry
The course covers the atomic structure and chemical bonding; gases, solids, liquids and solutions stoichiometry; chemical thermodynamics and kinetics; chemical equilibria; acid and bases; acid-base equilibria and buffers; practical exercises include general techniques in chemistry, simple qualitative and quantitative analysis and acid-base titration.
ICCH 210 General Chemistry I
An introduction to the basic concepts and principles of chemistry with two courses in total for a comprehensive study of the subject; atomic structure; chemical bonding; stoichiometry; gases, solids, liquids and solutions; chemical thermodynamics and kinetics.
ICCH 211 General Chemistry II
Prerequisite: ICCH 210
Second course of a two-course series introducing in some details the concepts of general chemistry; chemical and ionic equilibria; electrochemistry; periodic properties; periodic table; transition metals; nuclear chemistry.
ICCH 220 Basic Organic Chemistry
Prerequisites: ICCH 111 or equivalent
The course will cover the following topics: bondings and structures; classification of organic compounds; nomenclature and stereochemistry; properties, preparations, reactions and uses of aliphatic and aromatic compounds, organohalogens, alcohols and phenols, aldehydes and ketones, ethers, carboxylic acids and their derivatives, amines, carbohydrates, amino acids, proteins, lipids and nucleic acids. Practical exercises include crystallization, melting point determination, boiling point determination, extraction and chromatography.
ICCH 221 Organic Chemistry I
Prerequisite: ICCH 210
First course of a two course series introducing the basic concepts and mechanistic considerations of organic chemistry concepts; molecular structures and properties; methane and alkane chemistries; stereochemistry; acyclic compounds; alkyl halides; alkenes; conjugation and resonance; alcohols; ethers and epoxides; alkynes.
ICCH 222 Organic Chemistry II
Prerequisite: ICCH 221
Second course of a two-course series covering the concepts of organic reactions through mechanistic approach; aromaticity and electrophilic aromatic substitution; spectroscopy and structure; aldehydes and ketones; carboxylic acids and derivatives; carbanions, amines, phenol and aryl halides; fats; carbohydrates; amino acids.
ICCH 224 Integrated Chemistry Laboratory I (2-cr.)
Laboratory practicals for general chemistry and organic chemistry with inorganic and organic unknowns determination included as end of course final practical.
ICCH 311 Analytical Chemistry
Prerequisite: ICCH 210
Introduction to the techniques of separation and concepts of modern analytical methods essential for quantitative and qualitative characterisation; treatment of analytical data; principles and application of chemical equilibria; electrochemical methods; separation methods.
ICCH 316 Modern Methods of Analysis
Prerequisite: ICCH 311
Introduction to the concepts of modern analytical methods for quantitative and qualitative analyses and molecular structure characterisation; gas and liquid chromatography, molecular absorption and emission spectroscopy; atomic absorption and emission spectroscopy.
ICCH 321 Organic Spectroscopy
Prerequisite: ICCH 222
Introduction to the concepts and applications of spectroscopy used in organic molecular structure determination; mass spectrometry; UV-Visible spectroscopy; Infrared spectroscopy; proton and carbon-13 nuclear magnetic resonance.
ICCH 322 Advanced Organic Chemistry
Prerequisite: ICCH 222
A study of the advance concepts of organic chemistry through physical chemistry and mechanistic approaches; stereochemistry; kinetics and equilibria thermodynamics; conformation and reactivity; molecular orbital theory and pericyclic reactions.
ICCH 329 Integrated Chemistry Laboratory II (2-cr.)
Laboratory practicals for analytical chemistry and physical chemistry.
ICCH 333 Physical Chemistry I
Prerequisite: ICCH 210
Introduction to the concepts of classical physical chemistry; behaviour of gases; First Law of thermodynamics, Second and Third Laws of thermodynamics; chemical equilibrium; phases and solutions; phase equilibria.
ICCH 334 Physical Chemistry II
Prerequisite: ICCH 333
The second of a two-course series designed to introduce the concepts of classical and non-classical physical chemistry; electrochemical cells; kinetics; composite reaction mechanisms; quantum mechanics; atom structure and chemical bond.
ICCH 335 Physical Chemistry III
Prerequisite: ICCH 334
A detailed and highly mathematical study of chemical spectroscopy and molecular statistics.
ICCH 381 Mathematics for Chemists
Mathematics essential for chemists for the study of advanced physical chemistry topics such as quantum mechanics and statistical thermodynamics; partial differential equations; special functions; complex variables; the theory of analytic functions.
ICCH 390 Organic Chemistry Laboratory Techniques (2-cr.)
Prerequisites: ICCH 221, 222, 224
Supplementary organic laboratory practicals for those interested in developing more and advanced organic laboratory techniques through running more advanced organic reactions; Grignard synthesis, Friedel-Crafts; Diazonium salts, Diels-Alder and spectroscopic analysis.
ICCH 421 Physical Organic Chemistry
Prerequisite: ICCH 222
A study of organic chemistry via mechanistic approach; aliphatic nucleophilic substitution reactions; aromatic electrophilic reactions; aromatic nucleophilic substitutions; photochemistry.
ICCH 422 Organic Synthesis
Prerequisite: ICCH 222
A detailed and mechanistic study of organic reactions and synthesis; generation and synthetic uses of enolates; oxidation methods; reduction reactions via catalytic reduction and group III hydrides; halogenations.
ICCH 423 Heterocyclic Chemistry
Prerequisite: ICCH 222
Introductory course to the field of heterocyclic chemistry; synthesis and reactions of thiophene, furan, pyrrole, indole, benzofuran, benzothiophene, oxazole, pyridine, pyrilium salts, quinoline, isoquinoline and pyridazine.
ICCH 424 Natural Product Chemistry
Prerequisite: ICCH 222
Introduction to natural product chemistry; classification of natural products; isolation techniques and physiochemical data; terpenes; steroids; fatty acids and related compounds; sugars; carboaromatic and related compounds; alkaloids and non-alkaloids containing nitrogen; aspects of natural product photochemistry.
ICCH 431 Advanced Physical Chemistry
Prerequisite: ICCH 334
A detailed study of specialised topics; solid state and liquid state, surface chemistry, colloids and transport properties.
ICCH 432 Special Topics in Physical Chemistry (2-cr.)
Prerequisite: ICCH 334
A detailed study of quantum chemistry and statistical thermodynamics.
ICCH 441 Inorganic Chemistry I
Prerequisite: ICCH 221
Introduction to the basic concepts of inorganic chemistry; structure of the atom; bonding models in inorganic chemistry; covalent bond; structure and reactivity; chemical forces.
ICCH 442 Inorganic Chemistry II
Prerequisite: ICCH 441
Second part of a two course series covering the remaining concepts of inorganic chemistry; solid state; acid-base chemistry in inorganic chemistry; physical properties and characterization of coordination compounds; reaction mechanism of coordination compounds; oxidative-reductive ligand substitution reactions.
ICCH 443 Special Topics in Inorganic Chemistry (2-cr.) )
Prerequisite: ICCH 442
Detailed study the chemistries of transition metals, organometallic chemistry and inorganic chains, rings and clusters.
ICCH 444 Environmental Chemistry
Introduction to chemical aspects of the problem and solution in the environment.
ICCH 451 Industrial Chemistry
Introduction and a study of industry; automatic process control; construction materials; calculation of pressure and temperature stresses; management in industrial organization; feasibility studies; material and energy balances; industrial water treatment; the control of air and water pollution.
ICCH 452 Polymer Science and Technology
Prerequisite: ICCH 222
An introductory study of the topic of polymers, syntheses, applications and implications to industry of polymers; introduction of polymers; polymerization reactions; the structures and properties of polymers; polymer processing; common polymers and their applications.
ICCH 453 Special Topics in Industrial Chemistry (2-cr.)
Prerequisite: ICCH 451
A study of the application of organic chemical reactions and mechanisms in the petrochemical industry.
ICCH 454 Seminar in Chemistry (2-cr.)
Prerequisite: Seniors or with special permission of instructor.
Current topics of interest in the frontier of chemical research discussed with emphasis on searching chemical database for research papers for in-class discussion.
ICCH 455 Senior Project in Chemistry (6-cr.)
Prerequisite: Seniors or with special permission of instructor.
Small research project in chemistry under supervision of an advisor. The course is designed for the chemistry major to be acquainted with the techniques, management and the implementation of a research project.
ICCH 456 Nuclear and Radiochemistry
Prerequisite: ICCH 221
Introduction to the concept of nuclear and radiochemistry; law of radioisotope decay; reaction between nuclear radiation and matter; detection of radiation and dose determination; hazards from radiation; application of radioisotope in chemistry.
ICCH 457 Industrial Chemical Processes
Prerequisite: ICCH 451
A study of various industrial chemical processes and their industries; pulp and paper, soap and detergent, fermentation, potassium and nitrogen industries.
ICCH 461 Pharmacological Chemistry
Prerequisites: ICCH 221, 222
Introductory course to the subject of pharmacological chemistry; application of organic chemistry to pharmacology and to the synthesis of drugs; chemical mediators; chemotherapy.
ICCH 462 Macromolecules
Prerequisites: ICCH 221, 222
A detailed study of structures and functions of biological active polymers; polypeptides; protein structures and folding; DNA; RNA; carbohydrates.
ICCH 471 Bioorganic Chemistry
A study of the mechanisms and the reactions of selected enzymes from the perspective of mechanistic organic chemistry and physical organic chemistry; three-dimensional structure of enzymes; chemical catalysis; enzyme kinetics; stereochemistry of enzyme reactions.
ICCH 472 Secondary Metabolisms
Prerequisites: ICCH 221, 222, 422
Study of selected classes of secondary metabolites; biosynthetic pathways and mechanistic syntheses of fatty acids, polyketides, isoprenoids, aromatics and amino acids.
ICCD 100 Observational Drawing
An introduction to the visual language of drawing with an emphasis on depicting objects and the human form in space. How the parts of the drawing relate to each other and to the composition as a whole. Fundamental skills in using traditional black-and-white media. Syllabus
ICCD 101 Perspective Drawing
Prerequisites: ICCD 100
A continuation of the investigation of analytical seeing and drawing that began in Observational Drawing I: understanding of perspective systems and application of those systems to analytical and observational drawing. More advanced skills in using black-and-white media, fundamental skills in using color.
ICCD 110 Visual Dynamics I
A problem solving course that explores the fundamental elements and principles of two-dimensional design, and that broadens the beginner student understanding of composition in terms of concept, methods and materials. Development and improvement of technical and media skills. Syllabus
ICCD 111 Visual Dynamics II
A further exploration of two-dimensional design elements and principles, with a focus on color. Investigation of the physical, perceptual, psychological, and organizational properties of color through the study of color theories in conjunction with studio problems. Syllabus
ICCD 120 Space, Form and Materials I
Introduction to basic concepts and skills of three-dimensional design. Conception and construction of simple to increasingly complex three-dimensional forms. In-depth critiques requiring student participation and evaluation of own and others’ projects according to principles learned in lecturesy. Syllabus
ICCD 220 Space, Form and Materials II
Prerequisites: ICCD 120 Building on basic concepts and skills of three-dimensional design learned in Space, Form and Materials I. Hands-on projects requiring increasingly complex concept development and production processes. Critiques requiring student participation and evaluation of own and others’ projects according to principles learned in lectures. Heightened expectations for appropriate investment in design process, attention to detail, and awareness of functional requirements of designed forms.
ICCD 230 Visual
Seminar/studio hybrid course in which research and process are emphasized over product. Content-based assignments intended to challenge students’ conceptual, critical and communicative skills. Emphasis on visual literacy, with field trips to view contemporary art and other forms of cultural production. Encouragement of experimentation, exploration of self-developed concepts and risk-taking. Evaluation of projects by discussion and critique in terms of their conceptual development and effective use of visual language.
ICCD 240 Typography I
Prerequisites: ICCD 111
Study of the use of typography in the overall design concept: type as communicative and creative element, organizational skills necessary for clear communication, and formative aspects of typographic symbols and arrangement. Syllabus
ICCD 241 Typography II
Prerequisites: ICCD 240
An advanced study of typography I, the analysis of the perceptual aspects of type, the exploration and clarification of typographic variables, the logical issues of planning and organizing paginated and information systems (2D and 3D). Syllabus
ICCD 242 Design Technology I
Prerequisites: ICCD 111
An introduction to the general function-based Macintosh software for publication design including the incorporation of the graphics applications platform and the design process. Syllabus
ICCD 243 Design Technology II
Prerequisites: ICCD 242
An introduction to the general function-based software for publication design including the incorporation of the graphics applications platform and the design process. Syllabus
ICCD 244 Communication Design I
Prerequisites: ICCD 240
Introduction to the fundamentals of communication design through theoretical and applied studies in design, problem solving, communication and presentation. >
ICCD 245 Communication Design II
Prerequisites: ICCD 244
Continued investigation of topics introduced in Communication Design I. Further study of the fundamentals of Communication Design through theoretical and applied studies in design, problem solving, communication and presentation.
ICCD 306 Intermediate Observational Drawing
Prerequisites: ICCD 100
A continuation of the investigation of analytical seeing and drawing that began in Observational Drawing and Perspective Drawing. Study and employment of more advanced skills using blackand-white and color media. Weekly homework assignments requiring dedicated recording of observations in sketchbook. Assembly of portfolio for end-of-semester evaluation.
ICCD 340 Design Technology III
Prerequisites: ICCD 243
An introduction to multimedia authoring software. Syllabus
ICCD 350 Advertising
Prerequisites: ICCD 245
A study of the foundation of advertising from historical to current marketing strategies, including research, account service, copyrighting, art direction, illustration, photography and self-promotion. Syllabus
ICCD 351 Environmental Graphics
Prerequisites: ICCD 244
A study of professional design techniques, mechanics and practices examined through problems related to environmental graphics.
ICCD 352 Integrated Branding
Prerequisites: ICCD 245
An advanced study of design systems as applied to corporate identity, integrated branding material, and symbology as a component of communication systems. Syllabus
ICCD 356 Information Graphics
Prerequisites: ICCD 243
A study of visual communication for the presentation of information including the organization and the structure of information flow, hierarchy and graphics arrangement. Syllabus
ICCD 357 Animation
Prerequisites: ICCD 340
An advanced study of kinetic media applications through software, platform related information, and the design of animated graphic elements and environments.
ICCD 358 Web Design
Prerequisites: ICCD 340
Elective course focusing on the construction and management of web-based design, and building on the course content of ICCD 244. Focus on problem- solving through projects related to design and redesign of elements of web presence. Exploration of current software dedicated to the process of web graphics generation. Lectures introducing projects and related technical and theoretical concerns.
ICCD 360 Graphic Design History
Prerequisites: ICCD 230
Historical survey of graphic design, presenting work from various perspectives, cultural and crosscultural, historical and timeless. Focused on shaping visual sensibilities and broadening the palette of references essential to the process of design thinking.
ICCD 366 History of Modern Design
Prerequisites: ICCD 360
History of Modern design presented in all its forms from late 19th to late 20th century, tracing and relating major movements. Lectures providing visual examples and contextual information accompanied by weekly reading assignments. Term paper based on research into selected topic.
ICCD 370 Professional Writing for Designers
Prerequisites: ICCD 350
Introduction to and practical experience in professional writing, with a specific focus on genres essential to the designer. Emphasis on correct tone, format, and polished grammar and punctuation. Use of research skills to build appropriate content. Peer editing /proofreading and professional criticism.
ICCD 376 Communication Design Materials and Processes
Prerequisites: ICCD 340
A study of processes and materials involved communication design production including pre-press, paper selection and specification, ink systems, output technology in printing and electronic media.
ICCD 377 Critical Issues in Communication Design
Prerequisites: ICCD 245
Examining the role of design in contemporary with emphasis on issues pertaining to communication design. Critical readings of essays with response through writing and discussion. Field trips to local events, exhibitions, and design instances for study and analysis. Student research and presentations on selected topics. Syllabus
ICCD 380 Communication Design Practicum
Prerequisites: ICCD 352
Application of theoretical and practical training to professional projects intended for actual publication. Individual and group projects for non-profit clients selected by the instructor. Student engagement and responsibility from conception through production of the finished product.
ICCD 416 Printmaking 4
Prerequisites: ICCD 245
Introduction to the history and methods of printmaking through lectures, demonstrations and studio projects. Exploration of woodblock, lithograph, screen and monotype printing techniques. Lectures providing historical and contemporary examples of each technique.
ICCD 426 Hand-made Books
Prerequisites: ICCD 245
Studio course using hand-made books as a means to investigate type, image, narrative and sequence. Lectures including historical and contemporary examples. Demonstrations of classic and experimental methods of production, including folding and binding techniques. Project assignments requiring the student to consider book-specific problems and solutions, while marrying form to content.
ICCD 440 Senior Seminar: Thesis Research and Development
Prerequisites: ICCD 380
Initiation to the process of concept development of the senior thesis project in both written and visual forms. Engagement in various forms of traditional and non-traditional research in order to identify the thesis, and develop the parameters of the visual and written project. Peer and faculty support to engage student in process of critical inquiry. Syllabus
ICCD 456 Package Design
Prerequisites: ICCD 245
Elective course focusing on package design as a vital and particular area of communication design, involving form, structure, materials, color, imagery, typography and product information. Examination of how packages contain, protect, transport, dispense, identify and distinguish the product. Project assignments involving students in problem-solving various aspects of package design, while considering of the relationship between package design and and related fields, such as branding, advertising and information graphics. Syllabus
ICCD 457 Illustration
Prerequisites: ICCD 245
Study of basic illustration process from production of thumbnails to finished artwork. Projects requiring response to brief given by the instructor, using both traditional media and digital applications. Fostering of creativity and concept development. Emphasis on visual research skills, craftsmanship, and professionalism. Submission of process book for each project. Presentations by guest professional. Syllabus
ICCD 466 History of Advertising
Prerequisites: ICCD 360
An introduction to the history of advertising from the pre-industrial period to the present. Consideration of advertising in its relationship to communication design, and from the fields of sociology, psychology, critical theory, political science, etc. Discussion of the connection between the growth of advertising and parallel technological developments. Lectures and presentation of historical examples and assignment of weekly readings. Completion of research paper and visual presentation.
ICCD 470 Professional Ethics
Prerequisites: ICCD 352
Examination of contemporary design practice through various ethical scenarios, ranging from practical to philosophical. Projects, workshops, writings, research and critical discussions as preparation to enter the field as well-informed and critical participants. Readings and examples chosen by instructor, drawn from current local and international sources. Client/designer relationships, contractual obligations, spec work, copyright, etc.
ICCD 471 Senior Writing Seminar
Prerequisites: ICCD
Advanced academic writing course focused on the production of the senior thesis and statement of intent for inclusion in the public exhibition of thesis projects. Various strategies to lead students from research, through drafting and editing, to finished formal document.
ICCD 472 Professional Portfolio Development and Presentation
Prerequisites: ICCD 440
Instruction and criticism toward development of professional portfolio for review by prospective employers, clients or graduate school admission committees. Print and digital formats. Improvements and revisions to existing work and/or the creation of new work to best showcase the individual student’s skills. Portfolio presentation skills honed through presentations to and coaching from peers and guest critics.
ICCD 476 Green Design Seminar
Prerequisites: ICCD 352
An introduction to integrating the principles of sustainability into design practices. Exploration of innovative alternatives to materials and processes harmful to the environment. Research, presentations and design projects promote critical consideration and involvement with issues affecting design professionals.
ICCD 486 Advanced Communication Design Practicum
Prerequisites: ICCD 380
Advanced application of theoretical and practical training to professional projects intended for actual publication. Individual and group projects of increasing depth and complexity for non-profit clients selected by the instructor. Student engagement and responsibility from conception through production of the finished product.
ICCD 490 Communication Design Thesis I
Prerequisites: ICCD 440
Two trimesters project growing from research conducted in Senior Seminar. Further development and investigation of thesis question and development of design system or concept to address it, employing communication design theory and practical synthesis and application of visual principles.
ICCD 491 Communication Design Thesis II
Prerequisites: ICCD 490
Continuation of ICCD 490. Development of design system or concept to address research conducted in ICCD 440, employing communication design theory and practical synthesis and application of visual principles. Primarily independent study with peer and instructor criticism and support. Coordination with course content of ICCD 492.
ICCD 492 Public Exhibition
Prerequisites: ICCD 490
Exhibition of Senior Thesis Project required for graduation from the Communication Design major. Emphasis on skillfully presenting a consistent thematic body of work. Details of presentation relating to publicity and display are determined and realized. Syllabus
EGCI 100 Introduction to Computer Engineering 1
Introduction to computer engineering. Computer systems. Hardware and Software. Operating System. Open-source technology: Linux. Fundamental of computer network. Internet and World Wide Web (WWW). Practical exercises with Office application. Introduction to computer programming.
EGCI 111 Computer Programming
Introduction to computer concepts, computer components, hardware and software, hardware and software interaction, and Electronic Data Processing (EDP) concepts. Introduction to program design and implementation using a high-level language: types and expressions, iterative and conditional control statements, functions, Boolean logic, array and record structures, pointers, and introduction to recursion.
EGCI 200 Engineering Mathematics
Pre-requisite: ICMA 215
Ordinary Differential Equations of the first and second order; Laplace Transform and its application to solve differential equations; Linear Algebra including operations with matrices, determinants, eigenvalue problem and diagonalization; Vector Differential Calculus.
EGCI 201 Discrete Mathematics
Basic set theory, mathematical reasoning, relations, functions, graphs, trees, introduction to number theory.
EGCI 204 Engineering Mechanics
Pre-requisite: ICPY 132
Force system; resultant; equilibrium; fluid statics; kinematics and kinetics of particles and rigid bodies; Newton’s second law of motion.
EGCI 205 Numerical Methods for Engineers
Pre-requisite: EGCI 111
General principles of numerical calculations; accuracy estimation in numerical calculations; roots of polynomial and nonlinear functions; systems of linear algebraic equations; interpolation; differentiation and integration; numerical solution of ordinary differential equations; Fourier methods; curve fitting and approximation of functions; Optimization; application of numerical methods for engineering problems.
EGCI 206 Engineering Mathematics II
Pre-requisite: ICMA 215
Basic complex analysis, Probility and random variables; Guassian process, Ergodic process, Mathematics for linear systems; Superposition, Convolution, Fourier Analysis; Discrete time Fourier transform (DTFT), Z-transform andInverse Z-transform.
EGCI 212 Programming Techniques
Pre-requisite: EGCI 111
Programming techniques and concepts. Various techniques for Efficient Programming, SoftwareBug Prevention, Debugging, Testing, and Source-Code Maintenance. Scope/Lifespan of variables, Pointers, Data Abstraction, Error Handling, and Object-Oriented Programming Concept.
EGCI 213 Programming Paradigms
Pre-requisite: EGCI 212
Introduction to programming paradigms and programming languages; fundamental programming concepts: data types, basic programming statements, functions, memory management; objectoriented programming, concurrent programming, event-driven programming.
EGCI 221 Data Structures and Algorithms
Pre-requisite: EGCI 111
Analysis of algorithms; abstract data type; linear data structures: linked lists, stacks, queues; nonlinear data structures: trees, hash tables, graphs; sorting and searching algorithms; recursion, divide and conquer, dynamiprogramming, greedy algorithms; introduction to NP-completeness.
EGCI 230 Electric Circuit Analysis
Pre-requisite: EGCI 206
Circuit elements; Kirchhoff’s laws and reference direction; elementary concepts of network graphs; resistive circuits; node and mesh analysis; Thevenin theorem and Norton theorem; Op-amp, inductor and capacitor, first–order and second order circuit; step responses; zero input and zero–state responses; DC transient and AC steady-state response; elementary transfer functions; sinusoidal waveforms; phasor representations; impedance and admittance; sinusoidal steady-state analysis; complex power; frequency response.
EGCI 232 Engineering Electronics
Introduction to solid-state electronics as circuit elements, including diodes, bipolar transistor, rectifier circuits, Zener diodes regulators, power supplies, power amplification, MOSFETs, applications in operational amplifiers in various feedback configurations.
EGCI 233 Digital Circuit Design Lab 1
Pre-requisite: EGCI 234
Laboratory experiments related to EGCI 234 course. Examples of included experimental topics are Introduction to Digital Systems Lab, Basic Gates’ Operations, Boolean algebra, Design of Adder and Subtractor Circuits, Encoder and Decoder Circuits, Multiplexer and Demultiplexer Circuits, Design of Sequential Circuits.
EGCI 234 Digital Circuit Design
Digital Circuit Design, Basic Gates, Boolean Algebra, Combination Logic Circuit Design (e.g. Decoder, Encoder, Multiplexer, and Comparator circuits), Logic Minimization, Number Systems, Binary Codes, Flip-Flops and register, Counter Circuits, Synchronous and Asynchronous Circuit Design, A/D and D/A converters, Memory Organization.
EGCI 252 System Programming
Students will be introduced the basic concepts of system programming. Fundamental concepts in process management, concurrency and communication will be described including signals, thread, and thread synchronization, semaphores, Inter-Process Communication.
EGCI 301 Computer Graphics
Pre-requisite: EGCI 111
Principles of computer graphics, graphics systems and models, graphics programming, graphic devices and their controls, color model, geometric objects and transformations, viewing, shading, clipping, and hidden-surface removal.
EGCI 305 Statistics for Research in Computer Engineering
Pre-requisite: ICMA 215
The design of experiments and the methods for collection and presentation of data; descriptive statistics; elementary probability and normal distributions; estimation of parameters; hypothesis testing; analysis of variance; regression and correlation analysis of frequencies and non-parametric methods.
EGCI 312 Professional Practice I
Introduction to Matlab/Octave, Programming environment in Matlab, commands, variables. Matrices and vectors. Loops, conditions, scripts, user-defined functions.
EGCI 313 Professional Practices II
Study and develop skills to utilize modern technology in Computer: hardware and software, OpenSource technology, Communication technology, Computer graphic tools, Microprocessor interfacing techniques, input/output, andperipheral devices. I/O technology and intelligent system and other relevant topics.
EGCI 321 Database Systems
Data model: entity-relationship, relational. Logical and Physical database design, Query Language, Data Dependencies and Normalization, Transaction, Crash Recovery, Concurrency control, Internet Databases.
EGCI 330 Microprocessor and Interfacing
Introduction to microprocessor, microprocessor architecture and instruction set, addressing modes, assembly language, memory interfacing, interrupts & DMA, interfacing with I/O devices, microprocessor‘s interfacing programming and applications.
EGCI 331 Introduction to IC Design
Pre-requisite: EGCI 234
N MOS and C MOS integrated circuit technologies; properties of N MOS and C MOS circuits; calculation of parameters in circuits, static and dynamic MOS circuits; system design; circuit drawing and testing; computer arithmetic; performance evaluation; synthesis of digital circuits from HDL models; modeling and simulation; fault models and testing the use of CAD tools in circuit design.
EGCI 332 Embedded Systems
Embedded system design and development process; portable battery operated embedded systems; high-level language programming for embedded system applications; real-time operating system; advanced peripheral interfacing; DAC and ADC converters; Sensors and signal conditioners.
EGCI 333 Computer Architecture
Pre-requisite: EGCI 234
Computer components: design of logic circuits; working of and designing register level components used in computer systems; data representation in computer systems; clock signal; datapath design; design of control unit using microprogram (CISC architecture) and logic circuit (RISC architecture); working of computer of each architecture; performance enhancement; pipeline systems of computer; memory systems; principles and working of cache memory; input-output system design; fundamentals of serial and parallel communication; parallel processing architecture. Fault tolerance.
EGCI 341 Software Engineering
Pre-requisite: EGCI 321
Software life cycle; need and specification; large-scale software development; scheduling, developing, constructing, testing and maintenance of software system; object-oriented analysis and design; software reuse; documentation; management of software project; case study of software system in the market.
EGCI 351 Operating Systems
Pre-requisite: EGCI 252
Contemporary concepts of computer operating systems; Thread; CPU scheduling; definition and details of harmonizing cooperating process; system resources management; deadlock handling; main memory management and design; virtual memory management; auxiliary memory management; file systems; protection and security; introduction to distributed operating systems.
EGCI 372 Data Communication and Computer Networks
Introduction to data communication. Network Topology. OSI and TCP/IP model. Ethernet Fundamental. Principle of physical layer. Principle of data transmission and data link control protocol. Circuit Switching and Packet Switching. Principle of transport layer. Principle of network layer. Routing fundamentals and protocol. TCP/IP protocol and IP addressing. Application layer and wireless network.
EGCI 400 Morals and Ethical Studies for Computer Engineers
History and overview; public policy; methods and tools of analysis, professional and ethical responsibilities; risks and liabilities; intellectual properties; privacy and civil liberties; computer crime and economic issues for computer engineering.
EGCI 404 Theory of Computation
Pre-requisite: EGCI 201
Introduction to structure of languages and characteristic of languages: formal languages, regular languages and non-regular languages, context-free grammar and context-free languages. Describe the characteristic of state machines that are used to check the membership of languages: finite state machines, transducers, state transition machines, non-deterministic finite state machines, push-down state machines, Turing machines. Advanced theoryof computation: Kleene’s theorem, recursively enumerable languages, decision problems.
EGCI 405 Mechatronics
Pre-requisite: Consent of instructor
Mechatronic system is an integration of mechanical, electrical, computer and control system engineering. Mechatronic devices such as hard drive or others. Laboratories or projects will be the core of the course. The course covers electronic feedback, power amplifier, digital logic, encoder interfacing, motor control, sensor, and real time control.
EGCI 425 Data Mining
Knowledge discovery in database; data preparation, data visualization, and data transformation; clustering, association analysis, classification and ensembled classification; metrics and evaluation; data warehouse, online analytical processing (OLAP); effects of data mining, current technology and trend, applications of data mining.
EGCI 427 Web Programming
Semi-structured data models for the Web (such as XML, etc.), semi-structured data management, associated query languages and query systems for Web data, query processing and optimization over semi-structured data as well as over multiple distributed sources. Data integration over the Web, warehousing of Web data. Mappings from relational and object-oriented database servers to web data. Discussion on some novel data-intensive applications on the Web such as electronic commerce, digital libraries, and distance education relating to web database issues.
EGCI 428 Mobile Device Programming
Fundamental of the mobile device programming; concept of mobile device technology; basic mobile device programming; user-interface design; database connection; remote sensors controlling; mobile web services; Develop a prototype for the mobile device application for with notification services.
EGCI 429 Web Application Architecture
Fundamental concepts of Web application development from a managerial perspective; extensible Markup Language (XML) and Hypertext Markup Language (HTML) technology; fundamental principles of architecture, process, and elements of Web applications; Web services application development; mobile applications such as geographical information system and social networks.
EGCI 432 Distributed Systems
Pre-requisite: EGCI 111
Naming, consistency, concurrency, and security and reviews some of the current best practices in distributed computing models: peer-to-peer, grid computing, and distributed object model.
EGCI 461 Artificial Intelligence
Foundations of artificial intelligence, solving problems by searching, knowledge representation, first-order logic, inference in first-order logic, planning, probabilistic reasoning systems, introduction to Prolog, natural language processing, genetic algorithm, and machine learning techniques.
EGCI 463 Pattern Recognition
Pre-requisite: Consent of instructor
Preprocessing for data recognition: features extraction, classification or linear techniques for recognition. Parametric and nonparametric techniques, Bayesian classifiers, methods, neural networks, hybrid method, learning techniques. Applications in pattern recognition.
EGCI 465 Fuzzy Sets and Neural Networks
Pre-requisite: EGCI 201
Basic principles of fuzzy logic, fuzzy numbers, fuzzy sets, fuzzy relations, fuzzy rules and reasoning, fuzzy inference systems, fuzzy system design, structure and characteristic of various artificial neural networks, supervised and non-supervised learning, classification, fuzzy techniques and neural networks application in engineering.
EGCI 467 Natural Language and Speech Processing
Algorithms for the processing of linguistic information, computational properties of natural languages. Morphological, syntactic, and semantic processing from a linguistic and an algorithmic perspective, modern quantitative techniques in NLP: using large corpora, statistical models for acquisition, and representative systems.
EGCI 474 Internetworking Technologies I
Pre-requisite: Consent of instructor
Theoretical and practical aspects of routing, including internetworking models, internet protocol, and routing technologies. Laboratory work is required.
EGCI 475 Internetworking Technologies II
Pre-requisite: EGCI 474
Theoretical and practical aspects of advanced routing and switching technologies, including Hierarchical Network Design Model, Layer 2 Switching, Internet Protocol version 6, Spanning Tree Concepts, Inter-VLAN, WAN Technologies, Network Security, Network Services, and Network Troubleshooting. Laboratory work is required.
EGCI 476 Cryptography and Computer Security
Introduction to basic theory and techniques in cryptography. Symmetric and Asymmetric encryption. Cryptanalysis techniques. Security in computer network. Security threats and Vulnerabilities. Authentication mechanisms. Identification schemes. Security in operating system and application. Firewall, Intrusion Detection system.
EGCI 477 Penetration Testing and Prevention
Process of penetration testing. Collection and analysis of computer network vulnerabilities. Tools for penetration testing. Ethics of penetration testing processes. Summarizing and reporting the result from penetration testing. Planning and Design of prevention systems to protect computer network form vulnerabilities.
EGCI 486 Image Processing
Pre-requisite: Consent of instructor
Image processing systems, Introduction to digital image processing, Digital image fundamentals, Image Enhancement, Image Transformation, Image Restoration, Color image processing, Image compression, Morphological image processing, Image segmentation, Object recognition.
EGCI 491 Project Seminar
Pre-requisite: Consent of instructor
Write a project proposal for an approved topic, for further research and implementation in the Computer Engineering Project course. Syllabus
EGCI 492 Computer Engineering Project
Pre-requisite: EGCI 491
The computer engineering project supervised by the faculty. Students complete the project. A complete project report and an oral examination is required. Syllabus
EGCI 493 Cooperative Education
Integrate and adapt all classroom knowledge into real practice in corporate environment, gain working experience and teamwork experience under supervision of mentors from the companies and advisors from the department, in order to prepare the students from transition from school to work after graduation.
EGCI 494 Fundamental of Digital Forensics
Introduction to basic of digital forensics. Data Collection and Investigation from Operating System such as Windows and Unix. Computer files system storage. Collecting and analyzing network traffic. Data analysis and validation. Digital Forensic Tools.
ICCS 199 Computer Concepts and Fundamentals
Basic concepts of computer operation and the effects of computers on society; algorithms, their concepts, properties, and role in problem solving process, structured flow chart representation, hierarchy chart and pseudo code; problems are programmed in the structured languages.
ICCS 201 Computer Programming I
Prerequisites: ICMA 211 (for CS major) or ICNS 102 (for CS minor)
Fundamental principles of computer programs, programming languages from various paradigms and programming languages as tools for problem solving, flow of control, input - output.; practical exercises included.
ICCS 203 Computer Programming II
Prerequisite: ICCS 201
A systematic approach to the design and construction of more advanced computer programs; structured programming concepts, program debugging and testing, dynamic data structures; practical exercises included.
ICCS 204 Introduction to Digital Electronics
Prerequisites: ICPY 211
Digital arithmetic, number systems, binary and hexadecimal base codes and logic; Boolean algebra; the Karnaugh map simplification; digital electronic circuits: logic gate, flip flop, combinational circuits, data representation, code conversion, gate minimization; hardware realization and interfacing technique.
ICCS 207 Introduction to File Processing
Prerequisites: ICCS 203, ICCS 321
Records and files, database management systems, data structures, random access and file manipulation, file I/O, characteristics of physical files and storage devices, selection of file organization under various criteria; practical exercises included.
ICCS 208 Computer Logic
Prerequisite: ICCS 204
Number systems; digital logic circuit: Boolean algebra, map simplification, logic gates, combinational circuits; flip-flops: data representation, code conversion, gate minimization, Mealy/Moore machine; practical exercises included.
ICCS 281 Advance Mathematics for Computer Science
Prerequisite: ICMA 212
First order differential equations and their applications, fundamental solutions of the homogeneous second order equation, linear independence, higher order linear equation.
ICCS 306 Numerical Methods I
Prerequisite: ICMA 211
Computational methods, solution of non-linear equations and systems of linear equations, approximated differentiation and integrating, numerical solution of ordinary differential equations, curve fitting.
ICCS 311 Compilers
Prerequisites: ICCS 321, ICCS 325
Preliminary elements of modern compilers; BNF notation, syntax and semantics of formal grammars, scanners and parsers; programming assignments to reinforce theory; a consecutive study of modern compilers; parsers, code generation and code optimization; practical exercises included.
ICCS 312 Human Computer Interaction
This course will cover major themes in HCI, such as the concept of task analysis, the absence of relevant design formalisms, the cognitive basis of proposed interaction taxonomy, the notion of self-explanatory tools, and the use of AI techniques in HCI. The aims of this course are to instill appreciation of the interdisciplinary complexities of both practical and theoretical aspects of HCI and also give students a practical domain that they can recognize the significance and applicability of other module components. Moreover, this course is also giving students an enduring capability to participate in analysis and design work in HCI.
ICCS 315 Operating Systems
Prerequisite: ICCS 321
Definition of functions and components of operating systems; survey of contemporary multiprocessing / multiprogramming systems; exploration of systems programs: their design, internal structure and implementation; CPU scheduling, hierarchical and virtual memory management; advanced topics in operating systems, performance measurement and evaluation and design of operating system modules; practical exercises included.
ICCS 316 Computer Architectures
Prerequisites: ICCS 201, ICCS 204
Stored procedure concept, digital computer architecture, logical control, processor, arithmetic unit, I/O channels, cache and pipelining, machine structures, system interfaces, large computer systems architectures; practical exercises included.
ICCS 321 Data Structures and Algorithm Analysis
Prerequisite: ICCS 201
Basic data structures, storage allocation, design and evaluation of algorithms for manipulating data structures, data structure in programming languages, criteria for selecting data structures to fit their applications; practical exercises included.
ICCS 322 Microcomputer Systems and Interfacing
Prerequisite: ICCS 316
Microcomputer organization; 8-bit, 16-bit and 32-bit microprocessors; microcomputer software, operating systems and application programs; interfacing concepts; microcomputer to mainframe links; practical exercises included.
ICCS 323 Computer Data Communication
Prerequisites: ICCS 199, ICPY 211
Basic communication theory, principal components of data communications and networks, local area networks, network protocols and line control procedures, communication carrier facilities, system planning and network design.
ICCS 324 Discrete Structure
Prerequisite: ICNS 102
Applied modern algebra with specific attention to applications in computer science; topics include logic, set algrebra, equivalence relations and partitions, functions, mathematical induction, elementary number theory, basic combinationrial method, trees and graphs, finite state machines.
ICCS 325 Theory of Computation
Prerequisite: ICCS 324
Turing machine, Post machine, Post’s theorem, Minsky’s theorem; determinism and non-determinism; undecidability, the halting problem; recursive function theory.
ICCS 331 Organization of Programming Languages
Prerequisite: ICCS 321
Language definition structure; programming language processors; data types and structures; control structures and data flow; storage management; syntax and translation; operating and programming environments; programming languages such as FORTRAN, PASCAL, COBOL, C, LISP; comparison.
ICCS 332 Image Processing and Visualization
Prerequisite: ICCS 321
This course introduces a range of state-of-the-art techniques in the fields of imaging and visualization. The ‘information revolution’ has generated large amounts of data, but valuable information is often hidden and hence unusable. Visualization techniques seek to provide graphical answers to questions such as “How does the data look?”, “What structures are there?” or “What model should be used?”. Imaging techniques include the generation of realistic models, such as fractal models of landscapes. The module includes some practical work.
ICCS 333 Introduction to Cognitive Science
Prerequisite: ICCS 324
Some of the fascinating philosophical problems thrown up by cognitive science and related disciplines will be presented. Philosophical problems are notoriously difficult to solve, so a methodology will be presented to enable students to tackle them. Students will be shown the advantages of pluralism, proliferation and pan critical rationalism.
ICCS 365 Information Systems Analysis and Design
Prerequisite: ICCS 201
Information system development strategies, problem identification and feasibility studies, information requirement determination, requirement analysis and logical specification, logical and physical design, system documentation, program development and testing.
ICCS 366 Management Information Systems
Prerequisite: ICCS 365
Design, development, applications, and organizational impact of Management Information Systems (MIS) and Decision Support System (DSS) from the managerial perspective; assessing information needs; sources, organization, characteristics and users of data; database and file management systems; evaluating information systems effectiveness and efficiency.
ICCS 367 Design Patterns
Prerequisite: ICCS 365
This course is an introduction to design patterns covering the rationale and benefits of object-oriented design patterns. Examples will be used to scrutinize the development of good design patterns. This course will discuss in specific patterns, such as Observer, State, Adapter and Abstract Factory. Furthermore, distributed object frameworks, such as RMI and Jini, will be studied for their effective use of design patterns
ICCS 371 Internship in Computer Science 2-cr.
Prerequisite: Juniors
Junior students are required to take an internship in Computer Science with a company under the industry guidance of a staff member for a period of 300 working hours during the summer session in order to extend their classroom knowledge and gain direct practical experience in the computer industry.
ICCS 398 Special Topics in Computer Science I
Prerequisite: Topic dependent
Topic(s) from various areas of computer are chosen according to students’ interest.
ICCS 406 Numerical Methods II
Prerequisite: ICCS 306
Numerical solution of ordinary differential equations; analysis of truncation, discretization and rounding errors; stability; numerical solution of boundary value problems; computation of eigen values and vectors; numerical solution of partial differential equations; practical exercises included.
ICCS 411 Database Management Systems
Prerequisites: ICCS 321, ICCS 365
Basic database concepts, data models, data normalization, data description languages, query facilities, file organization, index organization, file security, data integrity and reliability; practical exercises included.
ICCS 412 Distributed Database Systems>
Prerequisites: ICCS 323, ICCS 411
Distributed database system concepts and architectures; databases and computer networks, principles of distributed database design, the management of distributed transactions, concurrent control, fallibility, distributed database administration; practical exercises included.
ICCS 413 Data Warehousing and Data Mining
Prerequisite: ICCS 411
This course covers Data Warehouse Modeling and implementing Data Warehouses: data extraction, cleansing, transformation and loading, data cube computation, materialized view selection, OLAP query processing. For Data Mining includes fundamentals of data mining process and system architecture, relationship of data mining with data warehouse and OLAP systems, data pre-processing, mining techniques and application: association rules, mining sequence and time-series data, text mining.
ICCS 414 Information Storage and Retrieval
Prerequisites: ICCS 207, ICCS 321
Advanced data structures, file structure databases, key decoding by tree and Rainzd techniques, document retrieval and question and answering systems, algorithms and techniques for automatic classification and storage of documents.
ICCS 415 Computer Graphics
Prerequisite: ICCS 321
Mathematical concepts for graphics, line drawing algorithms, clipping algorithms, polygon filling algorithms, physical and logical input and output devices, graphical standard for software, data structures for graphics; space curves, surfaces in three dimensions, hidden line and hidden surface algorithms, illumination models, rendering techniques, color and ray tracing; practical exercises included.
ICCS 416 Knowledge Management
Prerequisite: ICCS 411
The course deals with issues in concepts and definitions of knowledge and knowledge management, organizational issues and knowledge management, management of intangible assets and intellectual capital. In addition, topics in managing organizational knowledge and knowledge processes are also discussed. Students are expected to learn the complex nature of knowledge in organizations, and have some skills to analyze, understand and implement knowledge management practices in organizations.
ICCS 421 Computer Networks and Distributed Processing
Prerequisite: ICCS 323
Types of computer networks; logical, virtual and transparent facilities; layers of control; physical link control; network management; standard and CCITT recommendations; network mechanisms; HDLC, SDLC; packet switching; X.25; distributed processing and distributed databases; security and privacy; practical exercises included.
ICCS 425 Algorithms
Prerequisite: ICCS 321
Classification of algorithm, data structures, combinatories, sorting, the spanning tree algorithm, traversing graphs and digraphs, string matching, the Knuth-Mouies-Prat algorithm, evaluating polynomial functions, the fast Fourier transform and convolution, dynamic programming; practical exercises included.
ICCS 426 Advance Data Communications
Prerequisite: ICCS 323
LAN concepts, topologies and MAC layer protocols; network sharing techniques; LAN systems; ISO-OSI model; sliding window protocol Distributed Computing; gateways and internetworking; TCP/IP and Internet; network performance analysis for multimedia application; practical exercises included.
ICCS 427 Enterprise Networking
Prerequisite: ICCS 323
Drawing concepts learned in the advanced data communications class, allowing the students to become familiar with how WAN backbones are designed and implemented, along with strategies for integrating existing local Area Networks; security issue is also addressed.
ICCS 428 Object-oriented Concepts
Prerequisites: ICCS 321, ICCS 365
Object-oriented architecture, the basics of object oriented programming, inheritance polymorphism and encapsulation, programming tools, class libraries and application frameworks.
ICCS 429 Microprocessor Concept and Applications
Prerequisite: ICCS 204
The evolution of microprocessor, various microprocessor architecture and functions; the study of typical 8, 16, and 32 bit microprocessors as well as different kinds of commercially available microprocessors and their application; practical exercises included.
ICCS 431 Software Design and Development
Prerequisite: ICCS 365
Planning a software project; software cost estimation; software requirement definition; structured system analysis; software design, implementation, verification, validation techniques, and maintenance; practical exercises included.
ICCS 432 Software Engineering
Prerequisite: ICCS 365
This course covers management of the software development process, including: how projects arise, choosing the right project, software life cycles, human factors in project management, basic project management techniques including planning, estimating, monitoring progress, advanced project management techniques (e.g. risk management, configuration management, quality management, process improvement). Fundamentals of requirements engineering, requirements elicitation and analysis, requirements definition and specification, requirements validation, requirements management, overview of specification techniques.
ICCS 433 Network Analysis
Prerequisite: ICCS 323
Networks ware widely utilized in business today which are maintained on a daily basis by using certain troubleshooting practices; understanding how to solve the network problem with various methods and properly document the network.
ICCS 434 Computer Security
Prerequisites: ICCS 323, ICCS 365, ICCS 411
Security policy implemented to prevent and protect against intruders; understanding the importance and how to implement the security in organizations, various security intrusion and protection mechanism, basic encryption and decryption, OS security, database security, networks security, physical protection, security risk analysis.
ICCS 435 Database System Development and Analysis
Prerequisite: ICCS 411
Utilizing various DBMS and development tools; exploring the mainstream DBMS used today, ie. Oracle, Informix, Power Builder, etc.
ICCS 436 Operating Systems Analysis
Prerequisite: ICCS 315
Utilizing various operating systems; exploring the mainstream operating systems used today, ie. Windows NT, UNIX, Linux, etc.
ICCS 437 Fundamental of Natural Computation
Prerequisite: ICCS 325
Natural computation is the study of systems in nature that lend themselves to a computational interpretation. This module provides an introduction to the field, emphasizing common themes, principles and techniques. It lays the foundations for further advanced study of specific areas (such as neural networks and evolutionary algorithms).
ICCS 438 Introduction to Computer Forensics
Prerequisites: ICCS 315, ICCS 316
This course provides a practical approach to the investigation of incidents in which computers or computer technology play a significant or interesting role. Students are going to be familiar with the core computer science theory and practical skills necessary to perform rudimentary computer forensic investigations, understand the role of technology in investigating computer-based crime, and be prepared to deal with investigative bodies at a rudimentary level
ICCS 439 Evolutionary Computation
Prerequisite: ICCS 321
Study of computational systems that use ideas and get inspiration from natural evolution. Its techniques can be applied to optimization, learning and design. Example topics covered in this module include natural and artificial evolution, evolutionary, chromosome representations, search operators, co-evolution, constraint handling techniques, niching and speciation, genetic programming, classifier systems and theoretical foundations
ICCS 441 Business Application Programming
Prerequisites: ICCS 365, ICCS 411
Focus on how to adapt existing business application to changes in business requirements; introduction to some of the widely recognized business application programming along with the standard industry implementation methodology; application includes but is not limited to ORACLE financial management system, SAP R3, Informix Web tools.
ICCS 442 Decision Support System
Prerequisite: ICCS 411
Discussion of the Decision Analysis Process to provide insights into the entire decision situation, which is much more than obtaining just a numeric answer; focus on how a DSS can be used in the formulation phase, the evaluation phase, the appraisal phase, the interaction between the decision-maker and the decision analyst, and the Deterministic and Probabilistic cycles found within the process.
ICCS 451 Artificial Intelligence
Prerequisite: ICCS 321
Understanding the basic techniques for building intelligent computer systems, LISP and PROLOG programming languages, symbolic computation and problem solving, search strategies, game playing, theorem proving, learning, natural language processing, heuristic programming, expert systems.
ICCS 452 Intelligent Robotics
Prerequisites: ICCS 316, ICCS 321
This course deals with artificial intelligence that is concerned with mechanisms for generating intelligent behavior. When this behavior occurs in the everyday physical world, with its uncertainty and rapid change, we find that all kinds of new problems and opportunities arise. We will try to understand some of these in the context of robotics. In a series of lectures we will look at some theories of how to sense the real world, and act intelligently in it. In a series of labs you will build your own robots to see how well (or badly) these theories actually work.
ICCS 453 Machine Learning
Prerequisite: ICCS 321
This course will provide a good foundation in machine learning. It will compare and contrast human learning with machine learning. It will examine the limitations of machine learning, the role of hypothesis bias and hypothesis representation.
ICCS 454 Natural Language Processing and applications
This course will cover: levels of NLP, speech (phonetics, phonology); grammar (morphology, syntax); meaning (semantics, pragmatics); applications (text-to-speech, speech-to-text, parsing, MT, NL interfaces). The emphasis will be on the background needed to understand practical applications of speech and natural language processing.
ICCS 455 Virtual Reality
Prerequisites: ICCS 315, ICCS 316
This course introduces the concepts of virtual reality, using Virtual Reality Modeling Language (VRML) and enables the students to gain hands-on experience by developing their own applications.
ICCS 473 Technology of Computer Center Management
Prerequisite: ICCS 365
Planning; organizational structure and management control; hardware and software acquisition; computer center processing; standards and procedures; workflow, job scheduling and resource allocation; data communication; performance evaluation.
ICCS 474 Internet Programming
Prerequisites: ICCS 206, ICCS 323
Learning to develop application on the Internet including the WEB based applications; concepts of Internet specific application along with development tools; students must develop simple Internet based application.
ICCS 476 Internet Enterprise Design and Development
Prerequisite: ICCS 365
Discussion of the why, what, and when businesses start the Internet Enterprise, including the tools used to create and channel information, along with techniques of doing this; ways to design and organize content; how to develop an Internet presence, selecting vendors, securing a domain name and its trademark, and selecting an ISP; students will be expected to develop a complete web-site.
ICCS 477 System Simulation
Prerequisites: ICSC 303, ICCS 365
Mathematical modeling of systems, stochastic processes, analytical and discrete-event simulation models, verification and validation procedures, programming techniques, special purpose simulation languages, simulation experiments.
ICCS 478 Pattern Recognition
Prerequisites: ICSC 303, ICCS 321
Artificial Intelligence; statistical decision theory, pattern recognition and image processiong; pattern classification techniques, adaptive classifier; feature selection methods; learning algorithms; the syntactic approach; decision problems; visual and speech recognition machines.
ICCS 479 Electronic Commerce
Prerequisites: ICCS 323, ICCS 365
Learning how e-commerce is being used in today's business environment; concepts such as the history of credit, the emergence of e-commerce, relationships between e-commerce, banking and the organization, e-commerce and the value chain, and payment systems; a comparison between e-commerce and traditional business practices, organizational support systems, developing a strategy for e-commerce, business on the Internet, data encryption and global difficulties in implementing e-commerce.
ICCS 497 Seminar in Computer Science 2-cr.
Prerequisite: Seniors
Each student is required to give presentation on a topic of his/her interest in the area of Computer Science, preferably one related to the student’s senior project, and to prepare a report on the topic.
ICCS 498 Special Topics in Computer Science II
Pre-requisite: Seniors (Topic Independent)
Advanced topic(s) from various areas of computer are chosen according to students’ interest.
ICCS 499 Senior Project in Computer Science
Prerequisite: Seniors
Small research project in Computer Science and related fields under the supervision of an advisor; learning to investigate a research problem and submit a report; required before graduation.
ICCM 104 Intermediate English Communication I 4-cr.
Prerequisite: Placement exam or completion of ICME 100, English Resource Skills (ERS), with the grade of “S”
ICCM 104, the first course in the required academic English sequence, focuses on improvement in reading and writing to ensure students are prepared to study their majors in English. The reading material consists of a selection of academic essays, short stories, or a novel. The rhetorical patterns taught include narration, description, illustration, process, comparison and contrast, and classification.
ICCM 105 Intermediate English Communication II 4-cr.
Prerequisite: “C”or better in ICCM 104, Intermediate English Communication I, within the previous 2 trimesters
ICCM 105, the second course in the required sequence, is a continuation of Intermediate English Communication I, adding the following rhetorical patterns: classification, cause and effect, and argumentation. The reading selections become more diverse and challenging. The major project is a research paper.
ICCM 106 Intermediate English Communication III 4-cr.
Prerequisite: “C” or better in ICCM 105, Intermediate English Communication II, within the previous 2 trimesters
ICCM 106, the third course in the required academic English sequence, improves and expands English fluency by reviewing the rhetorical patterns in public speaking form. Students present speeches of diverse structure to fit different contexts, both individually and in groups, and they also engage in a full-scale debate.
ICCM 111 Advanced English Communication I 4-cr.
For students who are native or near native-speakers of English, ICCM 111, Advanced English Communication I is an introductory course, which familiarizes students with the four major areas of communication: reading, writing, speaking and listening. Emphasis is placed upon vocabulary, proper syntax and the ability to express and comprehend ideas. The readings are both philosophical and controversial nature, with the purpose of stimulating discussion and the exchange of individual points of view. Students must express ideas in both writing and oral form. Major projects are essays using the rhetorical forms of process, comparison and contrast, etc and speeches.
ICCM 112 Advanced English Communication II 4-cr.
Prerequisite: Completion of Advanced English Communication I with a grade of “D”
ICCM 112, Advanced English Communication II, is a continuation of ICCM 111. The four areas of communication are studied, but the material is more sophisticated and challenging. Emphasis is placed on analysis of skills to improve communication. Readings will be followed by written critiques. Issues discussed will cumulate in journals. Vocabulary and style will be the focus on in essays such as classification, cause and effect, etc. major projects are a research paper and a debate.
ICCM 202 Exploring Global Realities 4-cr.
Prerequisite: “C” or better in ICCM 106, Intermediate Communication III; or “D” or better in ICCM 112, Advanced English Communication II, within the previous 2 trimesters
Exploring Global Realities is a content-based class focusing on current world issues which provide students with a platform to display and polish skills from EC I, EC II and EC III. Critical/ Analytic writing, oral presentations and debate will be based on current class materials and research. Major projects include portfolio, debate or tem papers.
ICCM 203 Introduction to Literary Analysis 4-cr.
Prerequisite: “C” or better in ICCM 106, Intermediate Communication III; or “D” or better in ICCM 112, Advanced English Communication II, within the previous 2 trimesters
Introduction to Literary Analysis is an alternative class to Exploring Global Realities using materials from the areas of short story, novel, poetry and plays to focus on universal concerns. Portfolio and debate are also required, and the term paper in Literary Analysis form. (This class or ICCM 204 is the required choice for English majors/minors.)
ICCM 204 Creative Writing 4-cr.
Prerequisite: “C” or better in ICCM 106, Intermediate Communication III; or “D” or better in ICCM 112, Advanced English Communication II, within the previous 2 trimesters.
Recommended : “B” or better in ICCM 105 Creative Writing provides guidance and instruction in writing non-fiction.
Students learn how the forms of narrative fiction, poetry, drama and media production differ and how to match these with themes and contexts. (This class or ICCM 203 is the required choice for English major/ minors.) Note I: All 4 General Education English Communication classes must be completed on schedule (i.e. ICCM 104 and ICCM 105, ICCM 106 and one elective class at the 200 level) or students may be asked to retake. Note II: Students may also select ICEG 232 or ICEG 250 to meet the EC IV requirement.
ICEG 232 Advanced Oral Communication
ICCM 106 ICEG 232, Advanced Oral Communication, presents theories of persuasion, non-verbal techniques and voice control for advanced presenters. Activities include study of film clips. Debate strategies, stage and sales presentation will also be examined.
ICEG 243 Belief Systems in English Usage
ICEG 243, Belief Systems in English Usage, examines Norse, Greek, and other mythologies, the Bible and the Arthurian Cycle as they affect the use of the English language in both spoken and written forms. Students will be able to understand connotative allusions to expand their cultural literacy and their decoding/encoding skills.
ICEG 250 Introduction to Linguistics
ICEG 250, Introduction to Linguistics, provides an introduction to the major characteristics and components of human language, focusing on the power and complexity of language, its influence on interactions and its contributions to understanding. The course includes definitions of and lectures on syntax, semantics, pragmatics, and other topics in the field.
ICEG 265 Literature into Film
ICEG 265, Literature into Film, offers a selection poems, plays, stories and novels that have been made into movies. Discussions will focus on the difference imposed by the printed word and cinema in shaping the same material into different artistic expressions. Typical films might include Ishiguro's Remains of the Day or Tennessee William's A Street Car Named Desire.
ICEG 342 Diverse English Speaking Cultures
ICEG342, Diverse Speaking English Cultures, is a study of the new millennium's blending of backgrounds and ethnicities from the perspectives of language and literature. Students read works from writers representing a variety of English speaking cultures across the world. They then discuss and write about specific themes - such as identity, prejudice, the individual and society, and gender roles - as they are embodied across these cultures. This course emphasizes better preparation for study in the upper division courses.
ICEG 344 Language and Culture
ICEG 344, Language and Culture, is an examination of the interplay between language and culture. Topics covered will include the Sapir/Whorf hypothesis, culture and vocabulary, culture and interaction styles, culture and discourse styles, contrastive semantics, and contrastive rhetoric, including non-verbal and paralanguage.
ICEG 353 Linguistic Interaction and communication Theory
ICEG 353, Linguistic Interaction and Communication Theory, provides an examination of various aspects of linguistic communication; conversational maxims, politeness, metaphor, discourse structure, message models, system theories, social interaction, and other related topics.
ICEG 355 The Story of English
ICEG 355, The Story of English, examines the development of English from its Indo-European origins to its contemporary varieties and dialects. English will be shown to have changed and grown in structure and vocabulary, depending on time and place. The Public Broadcasting Service production and selections from other media will be shown.
ICEG 360 Literature for Children and Young Adults
ICEG 360, Literature for Children and Young Adults, provides a survey of the genre of literature for the young, noting the style, technique and methods used in this specialized genre. Selected readings from diverse authors such as Ursula Le Guin, Maya Angelou and E. B. White will be studied. (recommended for primary school teachers)
ICEG 425 Advanced Rhetoric
ICEG 425, Advanced Rhetoric, will offer a study of and practice with expository and persuasive prose. Students will investigate methods of invention, form and style. Workshops and tutorials will provide guidance for students to form a personal style, editing and redrafting prose for research or publication. Some hours may be required in the Resource Center (under guidance) to assist ICCM 104, ICCM 105 and ICCM 106 students.
ICEG 461 Topics in Comparative Literature A: Poetry
ICEG 461, Topics in Comparative Literature A: Poetry, provides in-depth study of poetry, including: metrics, forms, themes, eras, ethnic voices, bilingual verse throughout history.
ICEG 462 Topics in Comparative Literature B: Short Story and Novel
ICEG 462, Topics in Comparative Literature B: Short Story and Novel, is an analysis of key themes, motifs and principles which integrate philosophy, psychology, politics, sociology and the history of ideas with literature around the world.
ICEG 463 Topics in Comparative Literature C: Drama
ICEG 463, Topics in Comparative Literature C: Drama, is an examination of historical perspectives, movements, forms and major playwrights from different cultures, languages and historical periods.
ICEG 484 First and Second Language Acquisition
ICEG 484, First and Second Language Acquisition, is study of past and current theories emphasizing first and second language acquisition. Units will include learning acquisition (Krashen), competence and performance (Hymes), language universals (Chomsky) and cognitive varieties in language learning.
ICEG 485 Teaching Methodology A: Basic to Lower Intermediate Students
ICEG 485, Teaching Methodology A: Basic to Lower Intermediate Students, presents an overview of the theory and practice teaching English to beginner students. Topics covered include various methodologies and their theoretical underpinnings, teaching emphasis on listening/speaking, teaching children, teaching young adults, teaching adults, classroom management, materials design and evaluation, and construction and evaluation of tests. The course focus is on student-centered activity-based instruction.
ICEG 486 Teaching Methodology B: Upper Intermediate to Advanced Students
Prerequisite: ICEG 485 ICEG 486, Teaching Methodology B: Upper Intermediate to Advanced Students, presents an overview of the theory and practice teaching English to advanced students. Topics covered include: various methodologies and their theoretical underpinnings, teaching emphasis on reading/writing, teaching children, teaching young adults, teaching adults, classroom management, materials design and evaluation, and construction and evaluation of tests. Focus is on lecture listening/notetaking and more academic reading and writing skills.
ICEG 490 Senior Project
In ICEG 490, Senior Project, students design and complete a project in the field of English Studies. The project is supervised by at least one instructor and the English Program Director. Instructors from other, related fields may also serve as advisors with the project. For students who select the English Teaching Preparation track, a practicum in teaching English may serve as the senior project.
ICEM 101 Media Production
Introduction to the modern entertainment industry, world wide: study of the production process of mass media from an historical point of view, concentrating on the moving image (movies and tv); roles of the media producer throughout over the history of modern mass media disseminated via moving images.
ICEM 102 Audiovisual Communication
Study of the visual and aural components of entertainment media from the theoretical perspective of aesthetic, cultural, and psychological factors: how do ‘moving images' make meanings; what factors are distinct to moving images compared to ordinary perception; these issues, are then studied within the context of entertainment media theory as postulated by figures such as Eisenstein, Bazin, Metz, McLuhan, Zettl, and others and as can be seen in assigned exercise practice.
ICEM 103 Screen Acting
Voice training, body movement, and other basic acting techniques from the perspective of the actor, director, and production team and crew. Students will have an opportunity to perform improvisational and scripted materials.
ICEM 201 Screen Acting II
From interpreting text to acting and directing; acting for the screen; acquisition and application of fundamental acting and directing skills to TV, film, and animation.
ICEM 202 Storytelling
The fundamentals of storytelling: elements and structure of a story; narrative techniques.
ICEM 203 Audience Analysis
Nature and characteristics of audiences; principles and methods of gathering information about audiences, including size, demographic and psychographic structure, behavior, habits, and response toward the media, as well as its effect on audiences.
ICEM 301 Introduction to Media Research
Various approaches to media research; methods of framing key questions and procedures of conducting media research; tools and techniques for gathering, organizing, and analyzing data.
ICEM 302 Media Law and Ethics
Laws and regulations as well as ethical practices relevant to the media industry; case studies will be examined to appreciate the implication/ application of related law.
ICEN 212 Ecological Systems Analysis
Prerequisite: ICNS 153
Mechanisms and interactions in ecosystems; some important ecosystem theories such as control theory, information theory, thermodynamics, and hierarchy theory; the overview of different scientific philosophies in assisting the student for the better understanding of ecosystem theory.
ICEN 241 Environmental Pollution I
Prerequisites: ICBI 112 or equivalent
Problems concerning environmental pollution, especially physical, chemical, and biological properties of water and soil; sources and effects of pollutants, technological alternatives for the control, prevention, reduction, and treatment of water and soil pollutions; methods for monitoring and management of environmental pollution.
ICEN 301 Basic Environmental Statistics
Prerequisite: ICSC 303
Basic probability and statistics, elementary sampling and monitoring, statistical inferences for means and proportions, detecting and estimating trends, regression and non-parametric statistics, all relate to environmental application.
ICEN 311 Environmental Analysis Laboratory
Prerequisite: ICEN 241
Analysis of environmental samples as water, air and soil consisting of physical, chemical and biological parameter analysis; acquisition of representative samples through sample handling, sample storage, analytical method and data interpretation.
ICEN 312 Environmental Toxicology
Prerequisites: ICBI 112, ICEN 241
Introduction course concerns principles of environmental toxicology; concepts underlying absorption, distribution, metabolism and excretion of toxic agents in living organisms; nature, sources and fate of contaminants in the environment; potential for harmful exposure, especially to the environment; and applied aspects, including ecological test methods, regulation and similar consideration.
ICEN 313 Cleaner Technology
Reduction or elimination of waste production; reduction in pollution at source, also involves the changes of procedure, technology and material input. Considering in the production of an economically production process. The significant and application of waste minimization or cleaner technology.
ICEN 314 Tropical Ecology
The tropical environment; tropical rainforests and biodiversity; tropical streams, rivers, floodplains and estuaries; tropical lakes; wetlands; mangroves; sea grasses; coral reefs; biogeography; practical exercises and field trips included.
ICEN 317 Aquatic Ecology
Hydrological cycle; physico-chemical properties of water; light in the aquatic environment; physical limnology; biological activity in lakes; nutrient limitation; trophic interaction in lakes; characteristics of and material flow in streams and rivers; tides and estuaries; practical exercises included.
ICEN 318 Aquatic Ecology Field Course
Prerequisites: ICNS 112, ICEN 317/ICBI 317
Field course providing experience in ecological assessments and surveys of aquatic habitats; parameters measured/ascertained include water quality, riparian land use, in-stream and in-take habitat types, algal communities, benthic invertebrates, fish communities; student presentations of their results.
ICEN 319 Conservation Biology
Prerequisites: ICNS 112 or equivalent
The aims and origins of conservation biology, conservation problems and issues, causes of habitat degradation and extinction, conservation genetics, small population biology, the values of communities and ecosystems, reducing and management of endangered species, social and ethical issues in conservation.
ICEN 320 Population and Community Ecology
Prerequisites: ICNS 112 or equivalent
Introduction to population growth and dynamics of age-structured populations, population control, theory of competition, herbivory, predations, community, trophic structure and control, community diversity, theories of evolution and maintenance of diversity; field trips, sampling and modeling exercises and experiments included.
ICEN 331 Soil, Land Use and Degradation
A basic introduction to soil science and its relationship to land resource management and the environment, soil problems and their solutions.
ICEN 332 Introduction to Oceanography
History of oceanography; introduction to the earth and geomorphology; evolution of the ocean; plate tectonics; the sea floor; nature of seawater; atmosphere-ocean interactions; circulation patterns and ocean currents; waves and tides; coasts and estuaries; human impact on oceanic system; field trips with practical exercises included.
ICEN 342 Environmental Pollution II
Prerequisite: ICEN 241
Air, noise, solid waste, hazardous waste, and also radioactive pollution; types, sources, and effects of air and noise pollution; methods for prevention, control and measures of air and noise pollution; source, type, effect, and management of solid waste and hazardous waste; application of radioactivity, and management of radioactive waste.
ICEN 351 Population and the Environment
Prerequisites: ICBI 112, ICNS 153
An introduction to demography; population growth; fertility, mortality and migration; social and economic factors; population and its impact on the environmental system.
ICEN 352 Environmental and Resource Economics
To study necessary basic economic theories including market failure, externality and common right problem before taking up on economic theories and analyses of environment and natural resource. Market instruments as well as the applications are also included. The remaining part of the course devotes to environment and resource valuation techniques, cost-benefit analysis, problem on National Income Account concerning environment and natural resource and any contemporary related issues.
ICEN 361 Principles of Environmental Impact Assessment
Prerequisites: ICEN 311, ICEN 312
Environmental changes and its impact on communities; environmental impact analysis; statement techniques, assessment methodology, tools such as EIA (Environmental Impact Assessment) for environmental planning and decision making.
ICEN 362 Natural Resource Conservation and Management
Prerequisite: ICNS 153
The principles of environmentalism and the history of the conservation movement, natural resource and environment are focusing on intra- and inter- relationship of ecosystem, causes of natural resource and environment destruction, management direction of natural resource and environment.
ICEN 391 Sustainable Development
Sustainable development: guiding principles and approaches; 1972 Stockholm Earth Summit; 1992 Rio Earth Summit; Agenda 21; 2002 Johannesburg World Summit; outcomes of the summits; the role of UN agencies, NGOs, governments, businesses and individuals; industry and farming and the environment; population; poverty and inequality; food and agriculture.
ICEN 392 Environmental Issues: Past, Present and Future
An in-depth study of environmental issues e.g. Exxon Valdez and other oil spills; Bhopal and other chemical leaks; Chernobyl and other radiation leaks; ozone depletion; global warning; loss of biodiversity; deforestation; genetic engineering and GMOs; water issues; urban issues; contemporary and likely future environmental issues.
ICEN 401 Applied Mathematics for Environment Studies
The use of quantitative methods for decision in environmental problems. Mathematical reasoning and the analytical tools are used in resource management and environmental planning. Operation research, simulation and environmental monitoring techniques are covered.
ICEN 402 Map and Photo Interpretation
The figure and rotation of the earth, great circles, latitude-longitude and time; introduction to marginal information, map symbol, scale ratio, direction, elevation and relief, position, measurement, and map projection; interpretation of the serial photograph with the naked eyes, pocket and mirror sterioscope; related technology : Imergery,Geographic Information System(GIS) and Global Positioning System(GPS).
ICEN 411 Climate Change and Its Impact
Climate and weather pattern, greenhouse gases, causes and effect of greenhouse gases on climate, natural catastrophe, which are related to human behavior and vice versa human activity is a main course to changes of natural ecosystem.
ICEN 431 Land Use and Urban Environmental Planning
Prerequisite: ICEN 331
Basic concept, components and processes, land uses and classification; land use controlling factors; land use planning and process, suitability analysis; land-use and natural resources; the economics and regulation of land-use; land-use management and control.
ICEN 432 Global Geomorphology
The form of land surface and the process which creates it. The study of submarine feature and with the advent of planetary exploration must now incorporate the landscapes of the major solid bodies of the solar system. Relationship between landforms and the processes currently acting on them. Considering past events for explaining many landforms.
ICEN 441 Occupational Health and Safety
Appropriate design of various environmental sanitation facilities, health assessment and safety measures and works for the industrial factory workers, officers etc. Controlling work-related risks. Workable strategy in managing occupational health and safety.
ICEN 461 Energy Conservation and Development
World and local energy situation; energy policies and strategies; the relationship between energy, the environment and the economy; renewable resources and social energy requirements; conservation, substitution and technology options; integrated energy management systems.
ICEN 462 Coastal Zone and Resource Management
Prerequisites: ICNS 153, ICEN 362
Coastal areas or coastal zone are unique; coastal utilization, impacts on coastal ecosystems, regulations and laws as well as the principles for coastal conservation and management will also be provided.
ICEN 463 Forest Management in the field of Environment
Prerequisites: ICNS 153, ICEN 362
Principle of forest management included utilization, silviculture and conservation. Law and regulation concerned with forest management. Causes and effects of forest degradation in Thailand. Sustainable development included watershed management, forest rehabilitation such as reforestation and afforestation, community forestry, protected area management, wildlife management and biodiversity conservation.
ICEN 464 Water Resources Management
Prerequisites: ICNS 153, ICEN 362
Understanding of the processes in hydrologic cycle that includes measurement, computation, estimation and determination in each area. Water resources problems, the conception, planning and design of functional elements and facilities to control and utilize water, basic to all water management.
ICEN 465 Resource Inventory and Baseline Studies Methods
Appropriate techniques and methodologies for resource inventory, including the survey on geology, soils, hydrology, aquatic and terrestrial ecosystems, such as wetland, plant, wildlife, etc. Integrated approaches and methods.
ICEN 466 Environmental Management Systems
Prerequisite: ICEN 362
Principle of Environmental Management System of ISO14001. Development and setting of environmental policy, environmental management system planning. EMS implementation and operating, EMS checking and correction, Management review, including management audit.
ICEN 467 Environmental Risk Assessment and Management
Prerequisite: ICEN 362
Concept of risk assessment, human health risk assessment and ecological risk assessment, major risk, risk sources, primary control mechanism, transport and secondary control mechanism, target, exposure assessment, risk decision making and risk management, risk communication, environmental risk inventory system.
ICEN 468 Environmental Management Policy
Prerequisites: ICEN 362 or ICEN 466
Environmental Management. Public policy and government decision making in environmental issues. The management of environmental research and education. Introduction to environmental law. The legal aspects of environmental protection in theory and practice. The role of environmental movements.
ICEN 483 Physical Planning and Environment
Concepts of physical planning in urban and regional levels, human settlement and community development process, land use and infrastructure planning based on physical factors, potential of natural resources and appropriate data from scientific method analysis, planning between urban and rural area in terms of ecology, environmental planning in urban and rural area based on integrated survey of their capacities and limitations.
ICEN 491 Seminar in Environment Studies (2-cr.)
Student presentations and discussions of research or topics of current interest in environment such as Conflict Resolution, Trade and Environment, Sustainable Development, Environmental Ethics, Public Communication, Decentralization, etc.
ICEN 492 Excursions for Environment Studies (2-cr.)
On-site study emphasizes on pollution prevention technology and pollution reduction in various types of industry and industrial estate, including resource management in both regional and local areas; public participation on environmental and resource management; case studies.
ICEN 496 Senior Project in Environment Studies (6-cr.)
Small research project in Environment under the supervision of an advisor.
ICFM 101 Film Production
Prerequisite: ICEM 101
Technical and artistic principles of feature film production; pre-production and production practice in filmmaking: budgeting, scheduling, shooting protocol, casting, hiring crew; production crew's duties as well as scope of work.
ICFM 102 Introduction to Film
Prerequisite: ICEM 101
Introduction to film: history of cinema; genre; narrative; cinematography: visual and audio components, and editing; Hands-on practice in cinematic communication.
ICFM 201 Cinematography
Prerequisite: ICHM 143
Technical standards of cinematography in feature films: principles and methods of visualization; use of camera movement; lens selection; lighting techniques; basic film manipulation.
ICFM 202 Film Analysis
Prerequisite: ICFM 102
Study of feature films: plot, narrative structure and codes; cinematography, mise en scene, editing, and sound; study of three main genres, such as action, horror, and drama.
ICFM 203 Scriptwriting for Film
Prerequisite: ICEM 202
Standard elements of a film script: theme, plot, character, dialogue, premise, and treatment; developing and writing a script; standard format of a film script.
ICFM 204 Film Post-Production I
Prerequisite: ICFM 101
Introduction to the technical requirements in film post-production: elementary film laboratory procedures, editing process, visual effect techniques, sound post-production, and digital surround sound system.
ICFM 251 Music Video Production
The principles of music video production: aesthetics and technology; introduction to the stages involved in producing a music video.
ICFM 301 Acting for Film
Prerequisite: ICEM 103
Introduction to acting in feature films: actors' needs, resources and training; acting methods; problems and solutions; working on the set.
ICFM 302 Film Directing
Prerequisites: ICFM 101, ICFM 201, ICFM 203
Artistic and technical craft of film directing: script analysis, rehearsal, blocking, developing storyboards and shot list, director's collaboration with production crew, working with actor(s) on set.
ICFM 303 Advanced Film Production
Prerequisites: ICFM 101, ICFM 102, ICFM 203, ICFM 301
Advanced practice in film pre-production and production process.
ICFM 304 Sound in Film
Technical and artistic principles of feature sound in film: the physics of sound; microphone selection(s) and techniques; post-production equipment and process; film sound mixing formats.
ICFM 305 Film Post-Production II
Prerequisites: ICFM 204, ICFM 303
Advanced practice in film post-production using advanced non-linear video and audio editing stations.
ICFM 306 Film Laboratory Procedures
Prerequisites: ICFM 201, ICFM 204
Film laboratory procedures: film processing, color grading, negative cutting, creating optical effects, film printing; and quality control in film laboratory.
ICFM 351 Film Criticism
Introduction to the role and function of the film critic; core principles of film criticism including film theories and approaches; social and political implications of film.
ICFM 370 Seminar in Film Production (2-cr.)
Prerequisite: Third year or higher
The course examines and finds solutions to chosen current issues or case studies in Film Production. Students are required to participate in supervised discussions supported by experienced lecturers.
ICFM 380 Selected Topics in Film Production
Prerequisite: Third year or higher
Selected topics including specific film schools, directors, genres, technological developments, advanced scriptwriting for film, detailed investigation of new or emerging trends in film, etc.; special subjects determined by student interest and available instructor or visiting faculty.
ICFM 381 Independent Study in Film Production
A directed independent study tailored to fit individual interests in a specific area of film production.
ICFM 399 International Field Study in Film Production
Prerequisite: ICFM 303
Introduction to the management styles of international media corporations; international artistic and business trends, and international media markets; foreign film regulations and legal considerations; innovations and technology.
ICFM 401 Film Editing
Prerequisite: ICFM 305
Principles and art of editing; methods and techniques in film editing: manual procedures of negative cutting.
ICFM 402 Film Producing
Prerequisite: ICFM 101
Role and responsibilities of the film producer: script selection, director and crew recruitment, actor negotiations, pitching investors, director-producer collaboration, publicity, and distribution.
ICFM 455 Professional Internship in Film Production
Supervised internship in the field through placement in local film companies.
ICFM 498 Film Production Final Project I
Pre-production and production of a 10-minute 35mm or HD format final film project. A faculty member will supervise the progression of the project over the course of the trimester.
ICFM 499 Film Production Final Project II (8-cr.)
Prerequisite: ICFM 498
Post-production of the 10-minute 35mm or HD format final film project. A faculty member will supervise the progression of the project over the course of the trimester.
ICMF 311 Intermediate Accounting I
Prerequisite: ICMB 212
The framework of accounting from both a conceptual and application perspective, decision-making skills in articulating accounting policies in business organizations, researching accounting questions, problems, and cases using the Financial Accounting Standard Board (FASB) conceptual framework.
ICMF 312 Intermediate Accounting II
Prerequisite: ICMF 311
Decision making in single and multi-period environments where there are uncertainties and complex combinations of costs, financial institutions, and current practices in performance management and evaluation.
ICMF 374 Money, Banking and Financial Markets
Prerequisite: ICNS 104, ICMB 201, ICMB 202, ICMB 371
Operation of commercial banks and non-banking financial institutions, theory of interest rate structure and the role of the central bank, impact of monetary and other governmental policies on interest rates, flows of funds in financial markets, and aggregate spending and economic activity.
ICMF 375 Multinational Corporate Finance
Prerequisite: ICMB 372
Characteristics and roles of international financial markets, foreign exchange markets, financial cross border trade, currency risk and portfolio diversification, introduction to derivative markets and international monetary systems affecting the management of multinational business corporations.
ICMF 376 Financial Modeling
Prerequisite: ICBE 341, ICMB 281, ICMB 372
Employing of Microsoft Excel, Visual Basic and other software packages in application of several topics of financial management, the modeling of asset valuation, capital budgeting, cash management, cash flow analysis, and application of the Monte Carlo simulation.
ICMF 471 Financial Investment
Prerequisite: ICMF 376
Investment principles and practices, investment policies, security analysis, mechanism and mathematics of security purchases, long-and short-term fluctuations of security prices, functions of securities markets and regulatory bodies, individual investment needs; quantitative and qualitative aspects of risk and return associated with investment decisions, and fundamental, technical, and random-walk approaches to valuation.
ICMF 473 Financial Theory
Prerequisite: ICMF 471
Classical ideas in finance, expected utility, risk aversion, mean-variance portfolio analysis, separation theorem, time state preference and risk neutral valuation, efficient market, and core theories of capital markets and corporate finance.
ICMF 475 Case Studies in Finance
Prerequisite: ICMF 372
Discussion of the concepts and methodologies used to explore current issues and case studies in finance.
ICMF 478 Risk Management
Prerequisite: ICMF 375
Introduction to the management of financial risks, market risk, credit risk, operational risk, implementation of risk management techniques, the value at risk, the reduced-form approach, and the structural approach used by corporate and financial institutions in the identification, assessment, and monitoring of risk.
ICMF 479 Seminar in Finance
Prerequisite: ICMF 473, ICMF 478
Integration of the key concepts of finance taught in previous courses including asset valuation, risk management, corporate polices, preparing a complete financial analysis, computing a firm's cost of capital using publicly available data, valuing a firm using the free cash flow method, and assessing the firm's risk using various risk models.
ICFS 312 Food Chemistry I
Prerequisites: ICCH 111, ICCH 211, ICCH 220, ICBI 211, ICBI 212
Chemistry and biochemistry of foods; changes that occur during processing and utilization of water, carbohydrates, colloids, lipids; practical exercises included.
ICFS 313 Food Chemistry II
Prerequisite: ICFS 312
Chemistry and biochemistry of foods: proteins, enzymes; changes that occur during processing and utilization; proteins, enzymes, basic concepts of biotechnology and genetic modification of organisms; colors and pigments; food toxicology; changes in nutrition of vitamins and minerals during processing; practical exercises included.
ICFS 314 Food Analysis
Prerequisite: ICCH 311
Principles of chemical and instrumental methods for the qualitative and quantitative analysis of moisture, protein, carbohydrate, lipids, dietary fiber, minerals and vitamins. Practical exercises are determination of major food components using chemical and instrumentals methods.
ICFS 315 Food Processing I
Prerequisites: ICCH 111, ICCH 211, ICCH 220, ICBI 211, ICBI 212
Introduction to the food processing industry. General characteristics of raw food materials; processing, and preservation of food materials by heating, dehydration, concentration, irradiation, ohmic heating and microwaves; processing factors that influence quality. Field trips to processing facilities are included.
ICFS 316 Food Processing II
Prerequisite: ICFS 315
Continuation of food processing sequence; food processing techniques including preservation by chilling, freezing, membrane technology, fractionation, fermentation, high pressure processing and other emerging technologies; processing factors that influence quality; practical exercises included.
ICFS 321 Principles of Quality Assurance in Food Processing
Prerequisites: ICFS 316, ICSC 303
Methods of quality control and management in food processing; Total Quality Control Management, HACCP, ISO 9000 and 14,000 series; control of raw materials, process, and finished products; sampling, evaluation of sensory properties, and other factors.
ICFS 322 Fruits and Vegetables Technology
Prerequisites: ICFS 313, ICFS 316
Raw material handling, storage and preparation; processing and preservation of fruits and vegetables; production of fermented food products from vegetables; application of HACCP to fruit and vegetable processing; post-harvest changes in fruits and vegetables.
ICFS 323 Marine and Freshwater Products Technology
Prerequisites: ICFS 313, ICFS 316
Raw material sources, raw material handling, storage and preparation; processing and preservation of products from both freshwater and marine sources; physical, microbiological, and chemical properties of aquatic products; HSCCP and GMPs applicable to storage and processing aquatic products and basic concepts of quality assurance and quality control.
ICFS 324 Meat and Poultry Products Technology
Prerequisites: ICFS 313, ICFS 316
Raw material sources, raw material handling, storage and preparation; processing and preservation of products from various animal sources; physical, microbiological, and chemical properties of muscle foods; ISO 9002, HACCP, and GMPs applicable to storage and processing of muscle food products and basic concepts of quality assurance and quality control.
ICFS 325 Dairy Products Technology
Prerequisites: ICFS 313, ICFS 316
Processing and technologies of fluid milk plant operation from milk receiving to various finished products. Fluid milk, yogurt, cheese, and frozen dairy desserts; physical, microbiological, and chemical properties of fluid milk and milk components; milk quality supply; good manufacturing practices (GMPs); HACCP, and basic concepts of quality assurance and quality control.
ICFS 331 Food Hygiene and Sanitation
Prerequisites: ICCH 111, ICCH 211, ICCH 220, ICBI 211, ICBI 212
Biological and chemical hazard in food that result from improper processing, packaging, handling and storage; cleaning of food plant equipment and facilities including characteristics of soil on equipment surfaces, cleaning compounds, clean-in-place, clean-out-of-place, sanitizers and their characteristics, and GMPs.
ICFS 332 Food Law and Standard of Commercial Food Products
Thai and international food regulations and standards applicable to the food industry.
ICFS 371 Food Product Development
Prerequisites: ICFS 313, ICFS 316
Principles and steps used in a new product-developing process: formulation, lab-scale production, quality control, and commercial feasibility study.
ICFS 372 Utilization of Water and Wastewater Treatment (2-cr.)
Prerequisites: ICBI 211, ICCH 111
Sources and uses of water, municipal and agricultural water uses; ecological and biological characteristics of water; chemical characteristics of water; biological indicators of rivers and streams; water quality in streams, rivers and estuaries; water quality in lakes and reservoirs; water and wastewater treatment; biological treatment methods.
ICFS 381 Production Management and Marketing of Food Products
Factors affecting food plant organization, production, procurement, distributing, and also the interactions required to develop food plant operation; principles of marketing, marketing systems and management with emphasis on food products; market research and analysis, consumer behavior and marketing strategies.
ICFS 421 Food and Nutrition
Prerequisite: ICBI 212
Elements of human nutrition including vitamins, minerals, micronutrients, and antioxidants including sources, metabolism, and functions in the human body; nutritive values of foods; requirements for human health, nutraceuticals, and functional foods and their effects on human health beyond basic nutrition.
ICFS 423 Beverage Technology
Prerequisites: ICFS 313, ICFS 316
Processing and technologies of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages; physical, microbiological, and chemical properties of both raw materials and finished products; GMPs, ISO 9002, HACCP, basic concepts of quality assurance and quality control applicable to the beverage industry.
ICFS 424 Fat and Oil Technology
Prerequisites: ICFS 313, ICFS 316
Processing and technologies of edible fats and oils; physical and chemical properties of both raw materials and finished products; GMPs, ISO 9002, HACCP, basic concepts of quality assurance and quality control applicable to fat and oil technology.
ICFS 425 Cereal Science and Technology
Prerequisites: ICFS 313, ICFS 316
The structure, composition and utilization of rice, wheat and other cereal grains for the production of starches, flours, milling by-products, and cereal-based human food products; cereal processing technologies such as dry and wet milling, baking, extrusion cooking, breakfast cereals and noodle and pasta manufacturing; the Quality/Sanitary Control and Quality Assurance aspects of production; practical exercises.
ICFS 431 Food Microbiology
Prerequisite: ICBI 211
Microbial ecology related to food; the effect of environment on food spoilage and food manufacture; physical, chemical, and biological destruction of microorganisms in foods; microbiological examination of foods; public health and sanitation microbiology; practical exercises.
ICFS 432 Sensory Evaluation of Food Products
Prerequisites: ICFS 313, ICFS 316
Basic discrimination/difference tests, data analysis and interpretation of results; basic scaling procedures such as ranking, interval scaling and magnitude estimation; descriptive analysis; analytical instrumental methods of sensory evaluation and correlation with consumer sensory evaluation; anatomy and physiology of the sensory systems (sight, taste, smell, touch, and hearing); physiological and psychological factors that affect performance on sensory tests.
ICFS 441 Food Engineering I
Prerequisites: ICPY 210, ICMA 215
Introduction to engineering operations in food processing, process control, and instrumentation. Engineering principles including material and energy balances, thermodynamics, fluid flow, heat transfer, refrigeration, and psychometrics as applied to foods; practical exercises included.
ICFS 442 Food Engineering II
Prerequisite: ICFS 441
Continuation of Food Engineering I; the principles and measurement of various physical properties of foods that measure the overall quality of fresh and prepared foods. These are properties that are important in handling, preparing, processing, preserving, packaging, storing, and distribution of foods, also the principles and limitations of instrumental methods that are currently used to determine physical properties of foods; practical exercises included.
ICFS 452 Food Packaging
Prerequisites: ICFS 313, ICFS 316
Materials, systems, and applications of food packaging materials and methods; properties, fabrication, and function of metal, glass, paper and plastic packaging, sanitation of packaging materials, forming, filling, joining and enclosure operations and related equipment for packaging systems and equipment; selected topics for food packaging applications including aseptic packaging, food-package interactions, sealing integrity, handling of packages, and modified atmospheric packaging.
ICFS 463 Field Trip (2-cr.)
Visits and industrial plant studies of food manufacturing industry or related organizations
ICFS 491 Seminar in Food Science and Technology (2-cr.)
Prerequisite: Seniors
Senior student presentations, discussion of research, and review of topics of current interest. Staff and invited speakers from Mahidol University and from other universities or the food processing industry.
ICFS 492 Senior Project in Food Science and Technology (6-cr.)
Prerequisite: Seniors
Small research projects in Food Science and Technology or related fields under the supervision of a research advisor.
ICFS 493 Internship
Industrial work-internship program in the food manufacturing industry, the industrial internship program will focus on actual work and on-the-job training at production line, process control, quality control of process and product, laboratory work; chemical, physical, microbiological analysis.
ICHE 101 Health Education (2-cr.)
Understanding of and attitude toward personal, family and community health needs; epidemiology of diseases; nutritional behavior; communicable diseases; sexual behavior; sexually transmitted diseases; mental health; drug usage.
ICHM 101 Introduction to Philosophy 4-cr.
Recommended: ICCM 105
Modes and methods of philosophical thought; classical philosophical literature, both ancient and modern; Eastern and Western philosophy, concerning problems of justice, ethics, government; theories of knowledge, language and art.
ICHM 102 Man and Nature in World Literature 4-cr.
Recommended: ICCM 105
A comparative study of the concept of man and his relation to nature both in Western and Eastern literature.
ICHM 103 Introduction to Logic 4-cr.
Recommended: ICCM 105
Elementary principles of argument: characteristics that distinguish arguments from non-arguments; uses of language in argument; forms of agreement and disagreement; informal fallacies of reasoning; principles of definition; defective reasoning; inductive reasoning and its application to scientific methodology.
ICHM 105 Music Appreciation 4-cr.
Music of the past and present; brief historical survey showing development of musical forms and styles.
ICHM 106 Moral and Ethical Studies 4-cr.
Recommended: ICCM 105
Theories and development of ethical issues in society; philosophical theories of moral responsibility and moral virtue; philosophical ideas behind ethics debates in society; cognitive status of judgment about what is right and good, about the ground of ethical judgment, and about role and rules and principles of ethical disputes.
ICHM 107 Introduction to Asian Philosophy 4-cr.
Recommended: ICCM 105
Major movements of philosophical and religious thought within the history of Asia, particularly South and South-East Asia. Doctrinal thought, ethics, meditation, and practice in both Theravada and Mahayana Buddhism. Exploration of other Asian philosophies that have historically had a close dialogue with Buddhist traditions, above all Hinduism and Brahmanism.
ICHM 141 Art Appreciation I 4-cr.
Visual and historic elements of art; study of the most important works of art from the classical periods in art history such as ancient Greece and Rome, through the 16th century Renaissance and early Baroque periods.
ICHM 142 Art Appreciation II 4-cr.
Art from the 18th century through to the 20th century; reading from selected texts to understand the overall cultural and intellectual context for the modern and post-modern periods in art and architecture.
ICHM 143 Introduction to Photography 4-cr.
An introduction to the basic skills and aesthetic principles of photography, how the camera works, types of cameras and film, techniques in taking pictures, specialized forms of photography, developing film, the aesthetics of picture taking.
ICHM 206 Ethics and Technology 4-cr.
Recommended: ICCM 105
Traditional and non-traditional ethical theories and their application to issues in modern technology topics.
ICHM 216 Tragedy and Comedy in Literature 4-cr.
Recommended: ICCM 105
Gambit of tragic or comedy dramas, from the classical Greek play to the modern period; study of one or two plays in depth; demonstration of interpretation through performance.
ICHM 217 Special Topics in Literature 4-cr.
Recommended: ICCM 105
A specific author or literature genre in more depth.
ICHM 218 Film Studies 4-cr.
Recommended: ICCM 105
Presentation of the picture track and sound track components of a movie and of the principles behind their organization in order to develop student analytic skills and capacity to watch films from a new and enriching point of view; examples will be chosen from films made in the United States, Europe and Asia.
ICHM 219 20th Century Philosophy 4-cr.
Recommended: ICCM 105
Effects of existentialism and surrealism and their impact on life in the 20th century; how they affect art and styles in the modern age.
ICHM 220 The European Enlightenment 4-cr.
Recommended: ICCM 105
Survey of the European Enlightement movement and of some of the writers, experimenters, and scientists who contributed. Readings of selections from texts by Voltaire and Denis Diderot (France), Isaac Newton and Alexander Pope (England), David Hume (Scotland), Jean-Jacques Rousseau (Switzerland), and Immanuel Kant (Germany). Discussion of related topics including the Enlightenment's new studies of “human nature”, their search for knowledge and their criticisms of religion and belief, their new perceptions of political rights and responsibilities, their observations on non-European society, and their experiments in the fields of art and architecture. Brief look at some modern critical reflections on European Enlightenment (Michel Foucault and Theodor W. Adorno, for example).
ICHM 221 Critical Thinking 4-cr.
Recommended: ICCM 105
Understanding the process and principals of critical thinking, evaluating ideas, exploring specific thinking skills to reach supported conclusions. Practice in applying individual skills and methods to three thematic areas, namely citizenship, the environment, and aesthetics.
ICHM 222 Advanced Music Appreciation 4-cr.
Recommended: Prior knowledge of music
An in-depth study of the evolution of musical style as revealed in major compositions of representative composers of each major period of the history of music. Prior knowledge of music required.
ICHM 223 Thai Arts 4 4-cr.
Experiences in Thai art forms including painting, sculpture, and architecture found in Thailand from pre-historic to modern periods; influence of other cultures on Thai arts.
ICHM 224 Introduction to Thai Music 4-cr.
Thai music, Thai songs, musical instruments and bands; practical exercises focus on one particular instrument of interest.
ICHM 225 The Western Classical Ideal 4-cr.
Recommended: ICCM 105
An inter-disciplinary study of 5th century Athens in the famous classical age of ancient Greece which witnessed the rise of Western style democracy, arts, science, philosophy, and literature; history of the period as well as its important architectural and artistic remains; readings from Plato, Aeschylus, and Aristophanes; the myths of ancient Greece and new sciences and philosophies that came to characterize what is known as “the Age of the Greek Enlightenment”.
ICHM 241 Introduction to Drawing 2-cr.
Different aspects of drawing, observation and analysis of structure, form, proportion and contours, gaining a deeper understanding of visual perceptions; the development and practice of basic skills of realistic pencil drawing. ICHM 242 Intermediate Drawing 2 (1-2-3) Prerequisite: ICHM 241 Application and practice drawing skills with models with more complex structure and shading, new techniques of drawing and new media/drawing tools, practicing to develop more sensitivity to the visual (with finer details), knowing one's own personal artistic preferences and developing some personal style in drawing.
ICIS 210 Introduction to Programming
Introduction to a computer programming language such as C or C++, elementary concepts covering problem solving and algorithm development, programming standards, variable types, control structures and loops and arrays.
ICIS 381 Fundamental of Computer Systems 4 (4-0-8)
Introduction to the major features of computer systems, the architecture of the CPU, secondary storage, I/O devices, databases, networking, electronic commerce, the programming process and systems analysis.
ICIS 382 Object-Oriented Programming
Prerequisite: ICIS 210,ICIS 381
The use of object-oriented programming languages in the development of modern, business applications. Object-oriented design, encapsulation, object interfaces, inheritance, aggregation, abstract classes, polymorphism, data structures and exception handling.
ICIS 383 Database Management Systems
Prerequisite: ICMB 211, ICIS 210, ICIS 381
Logical organization of databases: the entity-relationship model. Relational database concepts, data design, modeling and normalization; the use of Structured Query Language to define, manipulate and test the database.
ICIS 384 Introduction to Computer Networks
Prerequisite: ICIS 381
Architecture and components of computer communications networks; protocol concepts and standards; OSI Reference Model; network/protocol architecture examples: Internet, Intranets, Extraneous, and local area networks.
ICIS 385 Information Technology Economics
Economics of information systems and information technology, estimating, budgeting, budget management, cost accounting, value assessment, and accountability of information systems and information technology.
ICIS 386 Electronic Commerce
Prerequisite: ICMB 221
Electronic commerce (EC) and electronic business (EB) implementation. E-business topics and concepts including EC business models, electronic payment systems, EC infrastructure, implementation concerns, design criteria, solution of business problems through case studies and other Web aspects.
ICIS 387 Information Systems Security
Examines potential security risks in today intensive information organizations. Topics that would be covered include viruses, security reviews, encryption, authentication, firewalls, and disaster recovery plans.
ICIS 388 Internet Programming
Prerequisite: ICIS 210
An introduction to the most commonly used script and programming languages used to develop distributed system applications, writing multi-thread processes, connecting and communicating through sockets, and designing server-side and client side software, as well as CGI programming.
ICIS 389 Management Information Systems
Prerequisite: ICMB 281
Relationship between information systems and organizations and demonstration of how computers and information systems are integral to modern organizations such as Enterprise Resource Planning, Supply Chain Management and Customer Relationship Management.
ICIS 481 Internet Design and Development
Prerequisite: ICMB 281
Internetworking applications and development on the Internet, electronic data interchange, electronic commerce, information access, and application development technologies and techniques; planning, implementation, security, privacy, ethics, and management as they relate to developing a web site in a business.
ICIS 482 Systems Analysis and Design
Prerequisite: ICIS 383, ICIS 384, ICIS 389
Introduction to information systems development. Systems analyst, the systems development life cycle, methodologies, development technology, systems planning, project management, systems analysis, systems design, systems implementation and systems support.
ICIS 483 Software Engineering
Prerequisite: ICIS 210, ICIS 382, ICIS 388, ICIS 482
Software engineering methodologies and technologies useful for developing quality and cost-effective software. Engineering of programming systems products, current problems in software development, time management, cost estimation models, growth dynamics, software reliability models and models of program testing.
ICIS 488 IT Based Knowledge Management
Issues in learning organization and IT support; ineffective unlearning or obsolete technologies; knowledge management, a knowledge organization, and knowledge workers; creating knowledge from data, the role of technology, and the application of knowledge management to benefit the organization.
ICMI 352 Legal Issues in International Business
Prerequisite: ICMB 341, ICMB 351
An examination of regulations and legal aspects of international business, written contracts, cultural attitudes and incentives, documents of foreign investment, antitrust law, foreign layoffs, disclosure requirements, and protection of copyrights, patents and trademarks.
ICMI 354 Cross-cultural Management
Prerequisite: ICMB 232
Cross cultural management issues, problems of communicating across cultures, managing cultural diversity, the development of multi-cultural teams, leadership, motivations, decision making, conduction international business negotiation, international business ethics, and the development of careers.
ICMI 355 Business Alliance
Prerequisite: ICMB 351
Potential advantages created by developing alliances within and between industries, strategic potential, the method of developing and managing such relationships.
ICMI 357 Business Communication
Prerequisite: ICCM103, ICMB 232
Communication skills and format used in business and administrative messages; both oral and written forms, organizational communication, international correspondence, and how to conduct an effective meeting.
ICMI 358 People and Organization in International Business
Prerequisite: ICMB 233, ICMB 351
Exploring the nature and the development process of international business: formal organization structures and processes control systems, organizational culture and the people, organizational development and changes, understanding and effectively managing human resource, differences in labor markets, culture, legal systems, economic systems and many other business environmental factors.
ICMI 360 Leadership Development
Prerequisite: ICMB 232
The current models and approaches for effective managerial behavior, developing managerial and leadership skills, and strategic planning and policy development.
ICMI 454 International Logistic Management
Prerequisite: ICMB 351
The nature of international problems associated with the supply, distribution, and sourcing of products, the operational support of market development in foreign countries, international sourcing and the management of supply and distribution activities.
ICMI 456 Export-Import Management
Prerequisite: ICMB 351
The basics of exporting and importing management, an introduction to the intricacies of how export and import deals function, procedures and documentation, identifying an international trade opportunity and bringing the opportunity to fruition.
ICSO 201 Human Geography
An introduction to human life in relationship to geographical space; topics may include population growth and distribution, patterns of livelihood, agricultural and industrial location, global disparities between rich and poor, the concept of ‘development', human settlements, transportation, regional cultural patterns, states, ethnicities, and global order.
ICSO 202 Major Social Institutions
Basic social institutions in comparative global perspective, marriage and the family, economy and work, politics and government, religion, education, sports and leisure, science, health and medicine, the mass media.
ICSO 203 Global Change in the Late Twentieth Century
A study of the global structures and transformations of the late twentieth century; the global economy; food supply; population; disease; environment, resources, and pollution; communications; geopolitics; national states, regional, and international organizations; minorities; the role of women; warfare and terrorism; migration and refugees; crime; culture.
ICSO 205 Paradigms in the Social Sciences I
An historical survey of the major paradigms in the Social Sciences (History, Political Science, Economics, Sociology, Anthropology, Geography, Psychology) up to the end of the nineteenth century.
ICSO 206 Paradigms in the Social Sciences II
An historical survey of the major paradigms in the Social Sciences (History, Political Science, Economics, Sociology, Anthropology, Geography, Psychology) during the twentieth century.
ICSO 207 The History of the World Economy
International trade up to c.1450; the creation of a world economy in the 16th C.; the commercial revolution and the development of capitalism up to c.1800; the industrial revolution and its global impact; technology and societal transformation; changes in the nature of industrial production and business enterprise; the economic role of primary producers; World War I, the post-war boom, and the Great Depression; classical economics and Keynesianism; Soviet and Fascist economic experiments; World War II; economic development and technology since 1945; international trade and finance; multinationals; globalization.
ICSO 210 World History A (c.1400 – 1763)
Selected aspects of world history from c.1400 to c.1763, concentrating on the political and economic forces which brought the various societies of the world together and created the background for the modern world; the traditional civilizations of Asia, Europe and Africa; the gunpowder revolution; the overseas expansion of Western Europe; the development of a world economy; the emergence of Russia; absolutism and constitutionalism as forms of government; printing and the Scientific Revolution.
ICSO 211 World History B (c.1763 – 1914)
Selected aspects of world history from c.1763 to 1914; the Industrial Revolutions and the growth of the world economy; the American and French revolutions; Latin American independence and development; political developments in Europe and the United States: representative government, the abolition of slavery, nationalism, socialism, women's rights; imperialism and responses to it; the emergence of Japan; wars and warfare; social, scientific, medical and technological developments.
ICSO 212 World History C (c.1914 – 1945)
A short introduction to selected aspects of world history during the early 20th century; the two world wars; the Russian revolutions; the development of the Soviet Union; the League of Nations and international relations during the interwar period; the American boom of the 1920s; the Great Crash and its global impact; the rise of Fascism and Nazism; regional developments in Latin America, Asia, Africa and Australasia.
ICSO 213 World History D (c.1945 – 2000)
A short introduction to selected aspects of world history since World War II; the USA and USSR as superpowers; the Cold War. The UN system; decolonialization and the ‘Third World'; major regional powers; the Soviet collapse and its repercussions; regional conflicts in the Middle East, South Asia and the Balkans; economic, technological and scientific developments; the great consumer boom; OPEC and oil prices; the World Bank and IMF; the EU and other economic regionalisms; world poverty; new political movements: Civil Rights, feminism, radical Islam; ethnic conflicts and nationalism.
ICSO 231 Modern History of East Asia
The history of China, Japan, and Korea since the mid-19th century; traditional political and economic structures, the impact of the West, Meiji Japan, Nationalism, Communism, wars, contemporary economic and political structures, the world role of East Asia.
ICSO 232 Civilizations of East Asia
Cultural patterns and developments in China, Japan, and Korea; the nature of tradition, East Asian world views, Confucianism, Buddhism, Daoism, Shintoism; population movements; craftsmanship and economic and scientific development; the high arts.
ICSO 234 The Indian Sub-Continent up to c.1500
The history and culture of the region; prehistory, the Indus Valley civilization, the settlement of the Indo-Aryans; empires and kingdoms; the Hindu traditions; the emergence of Buddhism and Jainism; the early impact of Islam; Indian influence in Southeast Asia.
ICSO 235 The Indian Sub-Continent since c.1500
The rise and fall of the Mughal Empire. Hindus, Muslims, and Sikhs; the rise of European influence; the British raj; social and economic transformations; movements of religious reform and protest; the independence movement; economic and political developments since 1947.
ICSO 237 Australasia Since 1770
The geography of Australasia, the history of the Australasian region since the coming of the Europeans, the settlement of Australia and New Zealand, relations with the indigenous populations, political and economic developments from the colonial period to the present day, New Guinea, the smaller island nations and territories of the Pacific, the impact of World War II and the war in Indochina, international relations both within and beyond the region.
ICSO 238 Africa Since 1800
The geography of Africa; pre-colonial states and societies; the impact of European colonialism; social and economic transformations; the emergence and development of independence movements; political and economic developments since independence; international relations within and beyond the region; cultural change: the relationships between the indigenous, Islamic and Western traditions.
ICSO 239 The Middle East Since 1800
The geography of the Middle East; Iran, the Ottoman Empire and North Africa in the nineteenth century; the European impact; the rise of Nationalism; political and economic developments since World War I; the founding of Israel and its consequences; the politics of petroleum; international relations within and beyond the region; religious movements and cultural change since 1800; contemporary states.
ICSO 241 Latin America Since 1800
The geography of Latin America and the Caribbean; Spanish and Portuguese colonial societies; revolution and independence; subsequent political and economic developments in Mexico, Central and South America; relations with Europe and the United States; the impact of the Cold War and the Cuban revolution; social and political movements; the contemporary scene; the Caribbean from the colonial period through to the present day.
ICSO 243 North America c. 1763-1900
The geography of North America; the colonial situation under the British and French; the American revolution and subsequent political developments; territorial expansion; slavery and the U.S. civil war, reconstruction and the South; industrialization and its consequences; immigration; the international role of the United States; the political and economic development of Canada.
ICSO 244 The United States and Canada since 1900
A history of North America since 1900; the impact of World War I, economic and political developments in the United States and Canada during the interwar years; social change, international relations; World War II and the Cold War, the Viet Nam War; American society and politics since 1945; race relations; the Quebec independence movement and the future of Canada; the contemporary scene.
ICSO 245 European Society and Culture up to 1945
An outline of the political and cultural development of Europe up to 1945; the geography of the European continent; the legacy of Greece and Rome; the medieval heritage; the Renaissance and Reformation; overseas exploration and colonialism since the 15th century; nation and empire building; the Enlightenment; the impact of the French revolution; Romanticism; science, technology and industrialism; 19th century nationalism and the European wars of the 20th century; cultural developments in the early 20th century.
ICSO 246 Europe Since 1945
A political and economic history of Europe since 1945; the devastation of World War II; Marshall Aid and economic recovery; the impact of the Cold War; the early development of the European Economic Community; the foreign policies of Britain, France, and Germany; the loss of empire; internal political, social and economic developments in the major European countries; immigration; the situation in Eastern Europe; the collapse of communism and its legacies; the European Union; the contemporary situation and future prospects.
ICSO 247 The European Union: Development, Institutions, and Politics
The development of the European Union since the end of World War II; its political institutions and legal system, the economic aspects of integration, present policies and politics; future prospects.
ICSO 248 Russia and the Soviet Union since 1800
The geography of Russia; society, political institutions and economic developments under the tsars; the rise of revolutionary movements: Socialists, Communists and Anarchists; autocarcy and liberalism; the 1905 Revolution; World War I and the revolutions of 1917; the Bolshevik victory and the civil war; Stalinism; the Great Patriotic War; the Cold War and international relations; Khrushchev and the end of Stalinism; the age of Brezhnev; social and economic developments; the end of the USSR; contemporary Russia.
ICSO 261 Economic Geography
The basic concepts of economic geography; physical and demographic conditions of economic activities; spatial location in relation to agriculture, industry and other forms of economic activity; core and periphery; historical changes in the world economy; economic globalization in geographical perspective.
ICSO 262 Global Resources
The availability, distribution and uses of the world's resources: food, water, land, soil, minerals, energy, fisheries, etc; resource depletion and optimal usage; public policies, international agreements and business needs as related to the production, distribution and exchange of resources; relevant technological and scientific developments; future prospects.
ICSO 263 Population and Migration in the Modern World
The basic principles of demography; population increase and its social impact; urbanization; the history of international migration; international agreements and conventions on travel, and the treatment of foreign nationals and workers; contemporary issues in immigration policy worldwide; illegal foreign workers; refugees.
ICSO 264 The World Economy Since 1945
The world economy in 1945; economic growth in North America, Western Europe and Japan; the impact of technology; the Bretton Woods system; changes in international trade and finance; multinationals; the situation in the Soviet Union and its successor states; the questions of development and dependence in the ‘Third World'; international competitiveness; protectionism and free trade; OPEC and other producer organizations; regional trade organizations.
ICSO 271 International Relations
The principles and practice of international relations, with particular reference to the modern world; the bases of international power and interstate competition; inequalities between states, including domination and colonialism; war and conflict resolution between great powers; the role of trade, defence policies, and control over scarce resources; the involvement of non-state players, including international organizations and special interest groups; international issues concerning the treatment of minority groups, human rights, the use of the environment, international crime, and terrorism.
ICSO 272 Comparative Political Systems
A study of the various forms of political systems, both in theory, principle, and practice; political systems in stateless societies, traditional kingdoms and empires, absolutist states, democracies, and modern “authoritarian” and militaristic states; various forms of representation, party-political systems, elections, and decision-making; the working of the executive, legislative, and judicial aspects of government and their interrelationships.
ICSO 273 World Politics and World Order
The historical development of a world political society and the structures of international diplomacy; war- and peace-making between the Great Powers; the Concert of Europe; the League of Nations, the United Nations, and the Cold War; International agreements, treaties, and organizations; the principles of international law; the contemporary situation.
ICSO 274 International Organizations
The development of international organizations since the 19th century; their nature, function and purpose; contemporary global and regional international organizations (the United Nations, ILO, WTO, and the IMF; the EU, ASEAN, NAFTA, APEC, etc.); their effectiveness and future.
ICSO 275 Democracy as a Political System
Historical developments; the principles, practices, and processes of democracy; essential elements; criticisms, strengths, and weaknesses; alternative systems; social and cultural prerequisites for democracy; possible future developments.
ICSO 276 History of War
The history of warfare since antiquity, but with particular reference to the modern period; the development of armed forces; innovations in weaponry, tactics and strategy; social and economic costs of warfare; combat and combatants; provisioning and planning; the use of reporting and propaganda in support of warfare; the industrialization of war and the rise of the military-industrial complex; types of warfare in the contemporary world.
ICSO 280 Gender Issues in the Modern World
Traditional roles of men and women in various world societies; sociological and psychological theories relating to gender roles; historical development of feminist thought and women's movements; contemporary women's issues worldwide; contemporary men's issues worldwide.
ICSO 281 The Social Impact of Science and Technology on Societies
The social impact of science and technology up to c. 1900; the early 20th century: transportation, the technology of warfare, the ‘new physics' of Einstein and Bohr; developments since World War II: computers, satellite communications, the Internet, genetic engineering and medical advances.
ICSO 282 Global Media and Social Change
The development of the media as a global socializing force; the creation of a global market place; the information age; the power of the media in society and politics; the new global media culture.
ICSO 283 International Cultural Studies
Culture in the modern world; Semiotics; how culture is defined and created; modernity, post-modernity, and technoculture; dominant and minority cultural forms; gender, sexuality and ethnicity; globalism and post-colonialism; the culture of everyday life.
ICSO 285 Drugs and Society (2-cr.)
The social environment and correlates of drug addiction; the drug industry and crime; international repercussions; governmental and medical polices towards drug use and their effectiveness.
ICSO 301 Research Methods in the Social Sciences
An introduction to the scientific method and its use in social science research; examination of research methods, data collection, survey techniques, and hypothesis formation and testing.
ICSO 302 Historiography
The history; a survey of approaches to the writing of history from ancient times to the present; historical methodology and analysis and related theoretical concerns; the nature and use of sources; contemporary issues and debates in historiography.
ICSO 303 Modern Social Theory
An introduction to the major contemporary theoretical approaches in the Social Sciences, particularly in Sociology, Anthropology and Cultural Studies; key concepts, issues and debates; different views of the social world; practical implications and applications in social research methodology.
ICSO 332 Human Rights
The concept of human rights in philosophical, historical, and legal perspective; human rights in contemporary international law; international conventions and the United Nations; individual rights; war crimes; the protection of minorities; economic and cultural rights.
ICSO 341 Society, Politics and Economics in Contemporary East Asia
Prerequisite: ICSO 231
An overview of the contemporary East Asian scene; the Japanese economic crisis and its political fallout; the rapid rise of China and the struggle with Taiwan; North and South Korea; the Asian economic crisis; political uncertainties in Southeast Asia; the human rights situation; religious movements; separatism; the Tibet question.
ICSO 342 Society, Politics and Economics in Contemporary South Asia
Prerequisite: ICSO 235
An overview of the contemporary scene in South Asia; military government in Pakistan; Indian democracy; political Hinduism; ethnic struggle in Sri Lanka; Islamic fundamentalism in Pakistan and Bangladesh; the Indian technological revolution; human rights questions.
ICSO 343 Society, Politics and Economics in Contemporary Australasia
Prerequisite: ICSO 237 The contemporary Australasian region; the rise in status of the Pacific Rim; nationalism and republicanism; ethnic relations; economic and social developments in Australia, New Zealand, New Guinea and the Pacific island nations.
ICSO 344 Society, Politics and Economics in Contemporary Africa
Prerequisite: ICSO 237
The contemporary situation in Africa; successful and unsuccessful states; economic development and stagnation; poverty, hunger and AIDS; corruption and leadership problems; ethnic relations; civil and international wars; post-apartheid South Africa; intra-African relations.
ICSO 345 Society, Politics and Economics in Contemporary Middle East
Prerequisite: ICSO 239
The contemporary scene in the Middle East; the Arab-Israeli struggle, regional powers, the status of Palestine; Islamic governments in Afghanistan, Iran and Sudan; the struggle of religion and state; Westernization in Lebanon and Turkey; the question of Cyprus; future prospects.
ICSO 346 Society, Politics and Economics in Contemporary Latin America and the Caribbean
Prerequisite: ICSO 241
The contemporary situation of Latin America and the Caribbean; the rise of democracy; the international drug trade and its social impact; economic development and its consequences for society; the persistence of poverty; popular political and religious movements; inter-American and international relations.
ICSO 347 Society, Politics and Economics in Contemporary North America
Prerequisite: ICSO 244
A survey of contemporary Canada and the United States; economic prosperity and challenges; national political developments, social problems; North America and the world; US – Canadian relations; the formation of NAFTA; the new role of NATO, the US role as the sole remaining superpower.
ICSO 348 Society, Politics and Economics in Contemporary Europe
Prerequisite: ICSO 246
The current situation in Europe; economic developments and prospects; the growth and strength of the EU; relations between Eastern and Western Europe; ethnicity, separatism and conflict in Western Europe and the Balkans; Cyprus and the relationship between Greece and Turkey; immigration; the Pope and Catholicism.
ICSO 349 Society, Politics and Economics in Contemporary Russia and the Former Soviet Republics
Prerequisite: ICSO 248
Contemporary Russia and the former Soviet Republics; the legacy of Communism; the new openness, economic hardship and dependency on the West, patterns of economic development; the rise of organized crime; the new status of religion; Russia and the information revolution; future prospects.
ICSO 350 Contemporary China and the Chinese World
Contemporary politics, economics, society and culture in the People Republic of China, Hong Kong and Taiwan; international relations in a Chinese perspective.
ICSO 351 Contemporary Japan and Korea
Contemporary politics, economics, society and culture in Japan and the two Koreas; international relations in Japanese and Korean perspectives.
ICSO 360 Patterns and Consequences of Development
Concepts of political and economic development; policies, structures and patterns of change; production and investment priorities; the consequences of economic transformation in poor countries; contrasting results in Asia, Africa and Latin America; urbanization and urban-rural relations; social and economic stratification; problems and challenges relating to commerce, travel and the communication revolutions.
ICSO 366 Indigenous Cultures in the Modern World
Small-scale and tribal societies in the modern world; the impact of incorporation into modern states; cultural change, resistance and survival.
ICSO 367 Environmental Issues in Social Context
An historical review of the human impact on the environment; major contemporary environmental issues; economic development, state policies and business practices in relationship to the environment; environmentalism as a social and political movement; relations with business and government: tensions, and the possibilities of conflict and cooperation.
ICSO 369 NGOs and Political and Business Contexts
The history and development of Non-Governmental Organizations at the national and international levels; the identification of social issues: slavery, women's and minority rights, civilians and the injured in wartime, refugees, civil rights, environmental issues, global political and economic movements; the relation of NGOs to the state and international organizations; the politics, organization and finance of NGOs; NGOs in relationship to business.
ICSO 370 Diplomacy and Negotiation
The uses of diplomacy and negotiation in resolving political and commercial disputes; the role and status of diplomats and of negotiators; the question of political versus commercial issues; state-to-state relations, business-to-state relations, international business-state relations.
ICSO 371 Foreign Policy of the Major Powers Since 1945
The foreign policy of the United States, the Soviet Union and China since 1945; objectives and realities; relations between these powers; the foreign policy role played by the Western European powers, Japan and India.
ICSO 374 Revolution, Terrorism and the Modern State
A brief historical survey of revolution and terrorism; theories of revolution and terrorism; a critical examination of political theory regarding the rights and wrongs of revolt and terrorism; the relationship of the modern state to revolution and terrorism.
ICSO 376 War, the Military, Society and the State
Prerequisite: ICSO 276 The impact of war upon society and the state; social and political consequences of war; the mobilization of society in times of war; the status of human rights and freedoms in times and places of war; politics and war; patterns of military organization; the possible social and political role of the military.
ICSO 377 Devolution, Privatization and the State
A critical examination of the factors leading to devolution and decentralization in government; the popularity of local autonomy and regionalism in politics; the parallel trend of de-regulation and privatization in business; re-defining the role of national and central governments and their responsibilities to citizens.
ICSO 378 International Law and the State
The nature, development and current status of international law; the legal personality of states and other entities under international law; recognition; territory; jurisdiction and immunity; treaties; state responsibilities; the settlement of disputes and the use of force; laws of the sea, air and space; environmental law; human rights; international legal institutions; enforcement of international law.
ICSO 381 Ethnicity, Society and the State
The concept of ethnicity; ethnic labeling and identity; the concept of race; minority groups, wider society, and the state; acceptance, prejudice and discrimination; economic, political and socio-cultural aspects of ethnicity; ethnic conflicts; ethnic cleansing and genocide.
ICSO 382 Religion, Society and the State
Religion and society; types of religious organization and movement and their social role and impact; secularization and counter-secularization; religion, politics and the state; case studies of the contemporary role of religion in selected societies.
ICSO 383 International Crime and Law Enforcement
The rise of international crime; smuggling; sea and air piracy; trade in human cargoes; the international drug trade; cultural property; human rights and crimes against humanity; INTERPOL and the means and problems of enforcement; extradition, immunity and asylum under International law; transnational pursuit.
ICSO 384 Migration, Diasporas, and Culture
The cultural impact of the movement of peoples; reasons and contexts of migration historically; the preservation and transformations of traditional cultures and identities in alien lands; enclave communities and host societies; generational differences in culture amongst migrants; the image of the homeland.
ICSO 390 Tourism: Development and Cultural Change
The role of tourism in economic development; the impact of tourism upon traditional culture and the effects of tourism upon the patterns of cultural change: destruction, preservation, and construction; the role of traditional culture in attracting tourists.
ICSO 400 Senior Seminar (Social Science)
Seminar discussion of selected topics in the Social Sciences. Student participants will prepare and present seminar papers on substantive or methodological issues in their subject area.
ICSO 401 Independent Study in the Social Sciences
Independent work under the supervision of an instructor. The student will be required to produce a quality paper on an approved topic or issue of interest.
ICMK 316 Consumer Behavior
Prerequisite: ICMB 221
Introduction to theories of consumer behavioral analysis, consumer decision-making process, consumer psychological processes and their impact on marketing decision, and social and cultural dimension in the consumer purchasing process.
ICMK 317 Marketing Research I
Prerequisite: ICNS 104, ICMB 221
Introduction to marketing research, importance and role of marketing research in business decisions, research processes, research methodology and research tools, with an emphasis on qualitative research.
ICMK 318 Marketing Research II
Prerequisite: ICMK 317
In-depth study of marketing research with an emphasis on quantitative aspects of marketing research, development of questionnaires, sampling methods, data collection, data analysis and interpretation, and the use of research findings in marketing decisions.
ICMK 319 New Product Management
Prerequisite: ICMK 316
Product management policy, strategies in developing and positioning products and product lines throughout the product life cycle, new product introduction, improvements, and deletion strategy.
ICMK 323 Integrated Marketing Communication
Prerequisite: ICMB 221
An exploration of the nature and purpose of advertising and sales promotion in accordance with an integrated marketing communications perspective, shows how these activities will fit into the general process of marketing management, and specifically addresses marketing objectives and budget, target audience selection, communication objective, creative strategy, integrated communication strategy and media strategy.
ICMK 325 Business Marketing
Prerequisite: ICMB 221
Explore the principles of business management, developing a market strategy in business marketing and business customer relationship management.
ICMK 328 Marketing Channel Management
Prerequisite: ICMK 316
Management of the firm's distribution systems, role of channel members, the impact of marketing channel decisions on marketing strategy, channel design and management, and an overview of supply chain management.
ICMK 329 Advertising and Graphic Design
Prerequisite: ICMB 221
Overview of advertising and graphic design, development of ideas in advertising, computer graphic design skills necessary in marketing communication, multimedia, printmaking, editorial design, photography, typography, and information graphics.
ICMK 330 Strategic Brand Management
Prerequisite: ICMB 221
Brand management and strategy in creating, leveraging, and preserving brand equity, the use of qualitative and quantitative methods in evaluating brand equity, brand strategy at different stages of the product life cycle, development of brand positioning, managing total brand experience and brand relevancy.
ICMK 424 Global Marketing Strategy
Prerequisite: ICMB 221, ICMB 351
Management of international marketing strategy, frameworks for developing international marketing strategy, sources of sustainable competitive advantage, international market source analysis, market entry strategy, and integration of marketing strategy with other functional strategies.
ICMK 425 Retail Management
Prerequisite: ICMB 221
Study of retailers' marketing and operational strategies, strategy development, implementation and control issues, and the use of case studies.
ICMK 428 Marketing Strategy
Prerequisite: ICMK 316, ICMB 371, Seniors
Introduction to high-level marketing decision making using several strategic marketing planning frameworks, market analysis and market planning, competitive analysis, long-term marketing advantages, an analysis of return on marketing, profit and other financial considerations.
ICNS 101 Introduction to Mathematics
Limits and continuity; differentiation; curve sketching and some selected applications of the derivative; integration; area between curves; for non-science majors only.
ICNS 102 Principles of Mathematics
A brief review of trigonometry; limits and continuity; differentiation and its techniques; derivatives of functions such as trigonometric, logarithmic, exponential and inverse trigonometric; sketching graph; applications of the derivative; antiderivative and integration; area under a curve and between two curves.
ICNS 103 Fundamental Mathematics
Algebra and calculus with applications to business and economics; limits and continuity; derivatives and integral of functions of one real variable; partial derivatives; applied maxima and mimima; linear algebra equations; metrics, operations on matrices, and matrix algebra.
ICNS 104 Fundamental Statistics
Prerequisite: ICNS 103
Descriptive statistics, modern statistical methods as a basis for decision making in the face of uncertainty; probability theory; discrete and continuous distributions, sampling, hypothesis testing, estimation, simple linear regression analysis.
All BA students are required to take this course as part of their GE requirement.
ICNS 105 Basic Mathematics
Whole Numbers, Introduction to Algebra, Integers, Rational Numbers, Decimals, Operations with Real Numbers, Solving Equations, Applying, Inequalities, Solving Inequalities, Powers and Polynomials, Factoring Polynomials, Rational Expressions, Ratio and Proportion, Percent, Rectangular Coordinate System, Basic Geometry, Statistics and Graphs, Probability.
ICNS 111 Fundamental Biology
An introduction to the principles and methods of biology that directly impact humans and society; the diversity and development of life, origin of life, ecology and evolution.
ICNS 112 Integrated Biology
Diversity and development of life, origin of life, cell, energy transformation, genetics, natural selection and evolution, and ecology.
ICNS 121 Fundamental Chemistry
Basic principles and methods of chemistry, as applied to everyday life; basic knowledge of elements and compounds and their chemical reactions; solid, liquids and gases in terms of their impact on humans and the environment, including the air and water quality, global climate, and ozone depletion.
ICNS 122 Principles of Chemistry
Atomic structure, chemical bonding, gases, solids and liquid solutions, stoichiometry, chemical equilibria, ionic equilibria, periodic properties of representative and transition elements.
ICNS 131 Fundamental Physics
An introduction to the basic concepts of physics that impact individuals and society on a daily basis; physical quantities, electricity, magnetism, light and sound, with a focus on applying the information learned to everyday life.
ICNS 132 Principles of Physics
Measurement, units and dimensions; vectors; description of motion; Newton's Laws of Motion; work kinetic energy, potential energy, conservation of energy; linear momentum and it's Law of the Conservation; equilibrium and elasticity; periodic motion; one dimensional wave motion; sound and hearing; hydrostatics; heat and thermal properties of matter; electricity and magnetism; geometrical optics; nuclear physics.
ICNS 141 Introduction to Computers
Basic skills in using a personal computer; prerequisite elementary exposure to hardware and software tools useful for basic practices on microcomputer applications; word processing; electronic mail; internet tools; spreadsheets; databases; presentation graphics; and external database retrieval.
ICNS 142 Introduction to Internet Technology
Application of Internet as an information tool, designing their own web site and web page; selection of Internet service provider; connecting different types of Internet, advance search techniques, HTML, cascading style sheets, and JavaScript.
ICNS 151 Basic Ecology
Describes preliminary ecosystem, animal and plant communities, interdependent connections between living organisms and the environment. It includes issues of effect of human intervention, technological progress, ecological balances, and conservation. Laboratory and field trips are included.
ICNS 152 Southeast Asian Ecology
Effect of development and population growth on the ecology in Southeast Asia especially in Thai ecosystems; ecological problems and potential solutions on governmental and individual levels.
ICNS 153 Ecosystems and Natural Resources
Human impact on ecosystems and natural resources, global climate change, air quality, management of tropical forests including wildlife, and threats to biological diversity and effects on ecosystems; scientific approaches to investigating the causes and potential solutions.
ICNS 154 Science, Technology, and Environment
Progress of science and technology and its impact on humans and the environment; technology's ability to improve the quality of life; modification of natural systems to achieve human benefits; propagation of plants; ramification of food production; new energy sources; their effects on the environment, such as CFC in aerosol and ozone depletion, nuclear power plants, disposal and treatment of waste materials from industry, and environmental conservation.
ICNS 161 General Geology (Introduction to Geology)
Concepts of how continents and land are shaped, rock formations, fossil fuels, underground water, minerals and gems, usage of resources and sustainability.
ICNS 162 Southeast Asian Geography
Topography climate and vegetation of the Southeast Asian region; social, political, business development in Southeast Asian countries; effects of these developments on people's lives.
ICNS 171 The Scientific Approach and Society
An examination of scientific methods through the work and ideas of outstanding scientific thinkers, the process of scientific reasoning and theory building, the impact of science on society.
ICNS 211 Science of Food
Most significant types of foods, their chemical, biochemical, physical properties and microbiological nature; overview of food production and distribution chain from raw material utilization, processing, preservation to finished products, storage and distribution.
ICNS 251 Medical Ethics (2-cr.)
Prerequisites: ICNS 112 or equivalent
Ethical issues in medical practice and research in biomedical science involving patients or human volunteers or experimental animal; design of field and clinical trials.
ICNS 252 Marine Biology
Prerequisites: ICNS 112 or equivalent
Natural history of marine animals, exclusive of protozoa and insects; types of environment in the ocean, shallow tropical seas; the relation of biological distributions to the physical and chemical environment; the effects of environmental change; the application of ecological techniques to local problems; field survey with laboratory exercises included.
ICNS 253 Environmental Science
Prerequisites: ICNS 112 or equivalent
Ecological concepts related to the problems of pollution and their impact on agriculture and wildlife communities, natural resources, sustainable development and maintenance of clean environment.
ICNS 254 Pollution Biology
Prerequisites: ICNS 112 or equivalent
Causes and problems of pollution in the environment, including water, soil and air; analysis of the problems of pollution in Thailand.
ICNS 256 Sustainable Development
Sustainable development: principles and approaches; 1972 Stockholm Earth Summit; 1992 Rio Earth Summit; Agenda 21; 2002 Johannesburg World Summit; outcomes of the summits; the role of UN agencies, NGOs, governments, businesses and individuals; industry and farming and the environment; population; poverty and inequality; food and agriculture.
ICNS 257 Environmental Issues: Past, Present and Future
An in-depth study of environmental issues e.g. Exxon Valdez and other oil spills; Bhopal and other chemical leaks; Chernobyl and other radiation leaks; ozone depletion; global warning; loss of biodiversity; deforestation; genetic engineering and GMOs; water issues; urban issues; contemporary and likely future environmental issues.
ICPY 211 General Physics I
Prerequisites: ICNS 132 or equivalent
Electricity and magnetism, the Coulomb force; electric fields; electric potential, dietectric material, the Biot-Savart's law, Ampere's law, vector potential, scalar potential, magnetization, Faraday's law, Maxwell's equation, special theory of relativity.
ICPY 212 General Physics II
Prerequisite: ICPY 211
Thermodynamics and modern physics; concepts of temperature, heat, work and entropy; the three laws of physics; the uncertainity principle; Bohr's picture of the atom, wave and particle duality; Schrodinger's equation.
ICPY 321 Intermediate Mechanics
Newton's laws, linear and rotational dynamics, Euler angles and rigid body dynamics, small oscillation.
ICPY 322 Electricity and Magnetism
The Coulomb force, electric fields and potential, Gauss' law, dielectrics, the Biot-Savary law, Ampere's law, the B and H field, vector and scalar potential, Faraday's law.
ICPY 323 Electrodynamics
Maxwell's equation, wave equations, radiation fields, special theory of relativity.
ICPY 324 Optics
Reflection and refraction, lenses, pencil optics, physical optics.
ICPY 331 Mathematical Methods in Physics I
Special functions, Legendre functions, Hermite polynomials, Laguerre polynomials, Bessel functions.
ICPY 332 Mathematical Methods in Physics II
Complex variables, mappings, analytic functions, Cauchy's theorem, residue theory, conformal mapping.
ICPY 333 Mathematical Methods in Physics III
Numerical analysis.
ICPY 341 Intermediate Laboratory in Physics I (1-cr.)
Laboratory practice on intermediate mechanics.
ICPY 342 Intermediate Laboratory in Physics II (1-cr.)
Laboratory practice on electricity and magnetism.
ICPY 343 Intermediate Laboratory in Physics III (1-cr.)
Laboratory practice on electrodynamics.
ICPY 361 Quantum Mechanics I
The uncertainity principle and Planck's constant, particle wave duality, Bohr ‘s theory, Schroedinger's equation, particle tunneling, the hydrogen problem.
ICPY 371 Thermal Physics
The laws of thermodynamics, heat engines, entropy, axiomatic formulation of thermodynamics.
ICPY 441 Senior Projects in Physics I
Teams of two to perform a set of experiments with emphasis on building theoretical understanding and becoming competent in data analysis and report writing.
ICPY 442 Senior Projects in Physics II
Teams of two to perform a set of experiments with emphasis on building theoretical understanding and becoming competent in data analysis and report writing.
ICPY 443 Senior Projects in Physics III
Teams of two to perform a set of experiments with emphasis on building theoretical understanding and becoming competent in data analysis and report writing.
ICPY 451 Analytical Mechanics
Virtual work, principle of least action, Euler-Lagrange equation, holonomics and nonholonomic constraints, compound pendulums.
ICPY 452 Statistical Mechanics
Statistical physics, distributions, Boltzmann ‘s factor, partition and grand partition functions, Ising's model, quantum statistics.
ICPY 453 Special Theory of Relativity
The Michelson-Morley experiment, the Lorentz transformation, Einstein ‘s special theory of relativity, relativistic mechanics, relativistic wave equations.
ICPY 461 Quantum Mechanics II
Heisenberg's picture, time independent perturbation theory, time dependant perturbation theory, the interaction picture.
ICPY 471 Atomic and Molecular Physics
The hydrogen atom and spectrum, spectroscopic notation, spectra of monoatomic and diatomic molecules.
ICPY 472 Solid State Physics
Crystal structure, vibrations, interatomic forces, bond structures, Electron theory, the Fermigas model, semiconductors.
ICPY 473 Nuclear and Particle Physics
Radioactive decay, the liquid drop model, the shell model, nuclear reaction, particle collision, elementary particles.
ICPY 474 Astronomy
Fundamental astronomical parameters, Orbit theory, Potential theory, Steller kinetic theory, Stellar structure and evolution.
ICPY 475 Plasma Physics
Saha's formula, elementary statistical interpretation, guiding center motion. Maxwell's equation approach, Vlasov equations, Magnetohydrodynamic equations.
ICPE 101 Physical Education: Badminton (1-cr.)
History, value, rules and regulations of badminton; practicing basic strokes and movement as well as playing skills.
ICPE 102 Physical Education: Basketball (1-cr.)
History, value, rules and regulations of basketball; practicing individual and team playing skills.
ICPE 103 Physical Education: Golf (1-cr.)
History, value, rules and regulations of golf; practicing the basics of driving, putting and other playing skills.
ICPE 104 Physical Education: Pistol and Rifle (1-cr.)
History, value, rules and regulations of pistols and rifles, with an emphasis on safety; practicing basic handling and shooting skills.
ICPE 105 Physical Education: Swimming (1-cr.)
Value, rules and regulations of swimming, with an emphasis on water safety; practicing various swimming strokes.
ICPE 106 Physical Education: Tennis (1-cr.)
History, value, rules and regulations of tennis; practice the basics of serving and hitting movements and other playing skills.
ICPE 107 Physical Education: Volleyball (1-cr.)
History, value, rules and regulations of volleyball; practicing individual and team playing skills.
ICPE 108 Physical Education: Snooker (1-cr.)
History, value, rules and regulation of snooker; practicing playing skills.
ICPE 109 Physical Education: Social Dance (1-cr.)
Values of social dance; practicing basic movements as well as figures and skills of ballroom dancing.
ICPE 113 Physical Education: Modern Dance (1-cr.)
Demonstration, discussion, and practice of international forms of modern dance; comparison of modern dance with classical ballet.
ICPE 114 Thai Sports (1-cr.)
Science, art, practice and tradition of Thai forms of sports; practical exercises include Thai boxing and other Thai sports.
ICPE 115 Self Defense (1-cr.)
Non-violent self defense course, providing students with self confidence and skills in assault situations; practical exercises focus on skills needed in different conditions.
ICPE 116 Adapted Physical Activities (2-cr.)
Prerequisite: Students with disabilities
A special course designed for students with physical disabilities and students who sustain injuries in regular physical education classes during the term; health behavior in well-being of the human body; principles of developing and maintaining physical fitness; total approach to fitness; cardio-respiratory conditioning, muscular strength and endurance and flexibility; practical exercises will be assigned to different students with different physical disabilities.
ICPE 117 Physical Education: Mind and Body (1-cr.)
Important Yoga and/or Tai Chi techniques which incorporate controlled rhythmic breathing, with a combination of bodily techniques and controlled rhythmic breathing.
ICPE 118 Physical Education: American Flag Football (1-cr.)
A non-contact version of American football; basic fundamentals of running and jumping through an aerobic exercise; honing of hand-eye co-ordination, and building of locomotive skills, as well as developing a variety of strategies of attacking or defending against an opponent.
ICPE 119 Physical Education: Weight Training (1-cr.)
Muscular strength, muscular endurance and body composition in weight training; improving posture; increasing energy and stamina; enhancing agility and coordination; improving digestion; elimination and blood circulation; augmenting bone density; decreasing the risk of broken bones; helping to prevent osteoporosis.
ICPE 120 Physical Education: Aikido (1-cr.)
A martial art denoting the way of harmony with universal energy; importance of attaining harmony between ki (breath) and tai (the body) combined with nature; harmony between shin (the mind) and ri (moral outlook).
ICPE 121 Physical Education: Soccer (1-cr.)
History, value, rules and regulations of soccer; practicing individual and team playing skills.
ICPE 122 Selected Topics in Sports (1-cr.)
History, value, rules and regulations of selected recreational and spectator sports.
ICSP 250 History and Systems of Psychology
Prerequisite: ICSS 112
The historical development of psychology, philosophical perspectives, the social and political implications of psychological perspectives.
ICSP 251 Introduction to Developmental Psychology I
Prerequisite: ICSS 112
An introduction to the life-span perspective of individual human development from conception through infancy and childhood to pre-adolescence; the processes of physical, cognitive, and psychological growth, including language and social development; child abuse and childhood psychopathology.
ICSP 252 Introduction to Developmental Psychology II
Prerequisite: ICSS 112
Continuation of ICSS 221. An introduction to the life-span perspective of individual human development from adolescence through adulthood to old age; the processes of physical, cognitive, and psychological growth and change, including sexuality, adult relationships, social development, and issues related to aging.
ICSP 253 Introduction to Social Psychology
Prerequisite: ICSS 112
Social cognition and social perception; attribution; attitudes, socialization, self-esteem and the self-concept; social behavior; interpersonal attraction; conformity and obedience; aggression; altruism; group processes; collective decision making; leadership.
ICSP 254 Theories of Personality
Prerequisite: ICSS 112
Diverse views of human nature, the analysis of personality, basic qualities and dispositions, characteristic ways of behaving, theoretical approaches to human personality, Trait theory, the determinants of behavior, psychodynamic and cognitive approaches.
ICSP 255 Introduction to Abnormal Psychology
Prerequisite: ICSS 112
The definition, assessment, and classification of abnormal behavior; historical approaches to the understanding and treatment of abnormal behavior; psychotherapies and biological treatments.
ICSP 256 Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Prerequisite: ICSS 112
Work-related attitudes, social influences at work; job satisfaction; work groups; matching workers with jobs.
ICSP 257 Educational Psychology
Prerequisite: ICSS 112
An introduction to the study of human learning in the educational context; motivation, learning mechanisms, knowledge and intelligence, measurement and evaluation, teaching processes.
ICSP 258 Cross-Cultural Psychology
Prerequisite: ICSS 112
The role of culture in the study of behavior; psychosocial development, social behavior, personality and cognition in cross-cultural perspectives; theoretical and methodological issues.
ICSP 350 Evolutionary Psychology
Prerequisite: ICSS 112
An introduction to evolutionary psychology; behavioral strategies as a means of evolutionary survival; sex and reproduction; child rearing; conflict and aggression; cooperation; status, prestige and social dominance.
ICSP 351 Introduction to the Freudian and Psychodynamic Traditions
Prerequisite: ICSS 112
The work of Sigmund Freud and his successors; Freud's theories, criticisms; Jung, Adler, later neo-Freudians.
ICSP 352 Prosocial and Antisocial Behavior
Prerequisite: ICSS 112
The psychological and anthropological understanding of prosocial and antisocial behavior, altruism and helping, aggression and violence; theoretical approaches and debates.
ICSP 353 Clinical Psychology
Prerequisite: ICSP 255
The use of psychological assessment methods and psychotherapeutic approaches in the treatment of individuals with psychological problems; theoretical approaches and issues.
ICSP 354 Psychological Testing
Prerequisites: ICSP 254, ICSP 255
The measurement of individual psychological differences and characteristics, and of intra-individual differences across time; the major principles of test construction; ethical and social implications of test use.
ICSP 355 Drug Use and Behavior
Prerequisite: ICSS 112
The psychology of drug use and addiction; types of psychoactive drugs, their use and neurological impact.
ICSP 356 Psychology of Emotion
Prerequisite: ICSS 112
The experience of emotion; biological, developmental social and cognitive aspects of emotion; specific emotions in psychological perspective: happiness, sadness, fear, anger, shame, guilt, disgust, love, empathy/sympathy.
ICSP 357 Psychology of Motivation
Psychological energization and the direction of goal-oriented behavior; biological, social and cognitive aspects of motivation; specific motivational systems: hunger, thirst, sex, aggression.
ICSC 301 Data Collection and Laboratory Methods
Data collection and testing of scientific hypotheses; a survey of techniques used to quantify information, including methods of measuring and sampling, and potential errors in data collection; laboratory techniques include planning and conducting experiments in the laboratory, developing skills in the laboratory, and controlling experimental, environmental variables.
ICSC 302 Scientific Research and Presentations
Scientific method of discovery; developing a hypothesis and testing, interpretation of the results; proper format for presenting papers in public and in a scientific forum; practical sessions and participation in scientific seminars included.
ICSC 303 Statistics
Prerequisites: ICNS 102 or equivalent
Statistical ideas and concepts, probability and conditional probability, distribution functions, expected value, estimators, good estimators and hypothesis testing.
ICSC 304 Computer for Research
Prerequisite: ICNS 141
Basic knowledge of various platforms of operating systems (DOS, UNIX, WINDOWS), files and data management, basic programming, application packages for statistical analysis and scientific plots, literature search through the on-line library computer system.
ICSC 333 Statistics for Research
Prerequisites: ICNS 102 or equivalent
Design of experiments, collection of data, presentation of data, descriptive statistics, elementary probability, normal distributions, estimation of parameters, hypothesis testing, analysis of variance, regression and correlation, analysis of frequencies, and non-parametric methods.
ICSS 112 Introduction to Psychology
A study of behavior and experience, biological bases of behavior; nervous system and psychogenetic; behavioral biology; sensation and perception; conditioning, learning and memory, motivation and emotion; reasonal and social development; psychopathology and psychotherapy.
ICSS 113 Introduction to Sociology
Selected aspects of socialization and the sense of self, social action, interaction, social pattern and organization, culture and deviance; scientific and social methodology; nature of science; sociology as science; statistics and correlations, social stratification; social inequality, gender, social class and ethnicity, interaction of human, technology and society.
ICSS 114 Introduction to Economics
General principles of economics; economic valuation, scarcity, and the price mechanism; factors determining the supply of and demand for goods; production factors in a competitive market; introduction to international trade.
ICSS 115 Introduction to Physical Anthropology
The origins and distinctiveness of human species, human evolution; what make human distinctive from animals, Darwinian theory, development of human species, physical diversity; human beings and the environment: different adoptive strategies, cultural evolution, population growth, resource and pollution.
ICSS 116 Introduction to Political Science
Examination of the assumptions, concerns, and major concepts in political science including historical developments and subjects in political philosophy; emphasis on modern concepts and empirical questions in political science.
ICSS 117 Introduction to Social Anthropology
An introduction to selected aspects of social anthropology; forms of society; family and kinship; ethnicity and identity; economic and political relationships; consumption and exchange; rites of passage and the life cycle; ritual, meaning and cultural performances.
ICSS 118 Introduction to Mass Communications
An introduction to mass communication and the mass media; the development, scope and functions of mass media; basic mass communication theories; the role and significance of the media in relationship to the individual and society.
ICSS 121 Southeast Asian Studies
A general study of the Southeast Asian region: its distinctive characteristics, geography, societies and cultures, economies, and history; the development of “Southeast Asian Studies” as a discipline; an introduction to other courses on the region.
ICSS 135 Introduction to Human Geography
Relates the development of population and economics to cultural geography.
ICSS 136 Religious Experience and Traditions
Phenomenon of religious experiences, major religious traditions in the West and East.
ICSS 137 Introduction to Archaeology
Development of ancient civilizations and the methods used to uncover information about the past, important archaeological sites of Southeast Asia; field trips included.
ICSS 139 Tourism Geography
Geography and the importance of place; world regions: physical, political, economic and cultural characteristics; the development of international tourism; geographical patterns of tourism and the tourism characteristics of selected world regions.
ICSS 202 Social Institutions
Basic social institutions in comparative global perspective, marriage and the family, economy and work, politics and government, religion, education, sports and leisure, science, health and medicine, the mass media.
ICSS 203 Globalization and the Modern World
Global structures and transformations of the late twentieth century; global economy; food supply; population; disease; environment, resources, and pollution; communications; geopolitics; national states, regional and international organizations; minorities; the role of women; warfare and terrorism; migration and refugees; crime; culture.
ICSS 211 Regional Geography of Southeast Asia
Regional geography of Southeast Asia; its physical structure, climate and natural vegetation; human settlement and population; traditional, colonial, and modern economies; urbanization; political geography; and environment.
ICSS 212 (ICSA 204) History of Southeast Asia in the Modern Period (c. 1800-Present)
An overall history of the region from the beginning of the modern colonial period through to independence; general themes such as independence, liberation, nationalism, communism, democratization and globalization.
ICSS 213 Southeast Asian Political Systems
Historical and current situation of political systems throughout Southeast Asia, development of different systems in different nations, political areas of cooperation throughout the area.
ICSS 214 Southeast Asian Women
The traditionally ascribed roles of women in the various societies of the region; social problems that pertain to women, such as divorce, abandonment, abuse, prostitution and legal and political access; global perceptions of Southeast Asian women; discussion of outstanding contemporary women in the region (Corizon Aquino, Aung San Suu Kyy, etc.).
ICSS 215 Southeast Asian Religious and Cultural Traditions
Theravadan Buddhism, Islam, and Christianity in Southeast Asia; traditional Vietnamese religious synthesis; religion and the impact of colonialism; nationalism; secularizing ideologies; economic modernization; contemporary religious developments.
ICSS 221 Thai Society and Thai Culture
People of Thailand and their culture; Royal Family, their history and works; religious tradition and belief; folklore; gender roles; national cuisine; entertainment (music, theater and dances); Asian and Western cultural propagation and changes in Thai society.
ICSS 222 Thai History
An overview of Thai history and culture, history of Thailand, Neolithic period, Dvaravati, Srivijaya, Lopburi, Sukhothai, Ayudhaya, Thonburi-Bangkok, and modern Thailand.
ICSS 231 The History of East Asia in the Modern Age
History of China, Japan, and Korea since the mid-19th century; traditional political and economic structures; the impact of the West; Meiji Japan; nationalism; communism; wars; contemporary economic and political structures; the world role of East Asia.
ICSS 234 The History and Culture of South Asia up to c.1500
History and culture of the Indian sub-continent; prehistory; the Indus Valley civilization; the settlement of the Indo-Aryans; empires and kingdoms; the Hindu traditions; emergence of Buddhism and Jainism; early impact of Islam; Indian influence in Southeast Asia.
ICSS 235 The History and Culture of South Asia since c.1500
The rise and fall of the Mughal Empire; Hindus, Muslims, and Sikhs; the rise of European influence; the British raj; social and economic transformations; movements of religious reform and protest; the independence movement; economic and political developments in the Indian sub-continent since 1947.
ICSS 251 Developmental Psychology I
Life-span perspective of individual human development from conception through infancy and childhood to adolescence; processes of physical, cognitive, and psychological growth, including language and social development; child abuse and childhood psychology.
ICSS 252 Developmental Psychology II
Life-span perspective of individual human development from adolescence through adulthood to old age; processes of physical, cognitive, and psychological growth and change, including sexuality, adult relationships, social development, and aging.
ICSS 254 DPsychological Approaches to Personality
Diverse views of human nature. The analysis of personality. Basic qualities and dispositions. Characteristic ways of behaving. Theoretical approaches to human personality. Trait theory. The determinants of behaviour. Psychodynamic and cognitive approaches.
ICSS 332 Introduction to Human Rights
Concept of human rights in philosophical, historical, and legal perspective; human rights in contemporary international law; international conventions and the United Nations; individual rights; war crimes; protection of minorities; economic and cultural rights.
ICTV 101 TV Production Techniques
Prerequisite: ICEM 101
Introduction to basic principles of TV production: use of a single camera, lighting, sound, ENG, post-production equipment, and broadcasting system.
ICTV 102 Multi-Camera Production
Prerequisites: ICEM 102, ICTV 101
Introduction to multi-camera production for basic TV programs (i.e. Talk Shows and Demonstration programs).
ICTV 201 TV Production Design
Prerequisite: ICEM 102
Introduction to creating and developing a cohesive and coherent TV production: style and consistency.
ICTV 202 TV On-Location Production
Prerequisite: ICTV 102
Introduction to and working principles of EFP (Electronic Field Production); characteristics of on-location shooting: constraints and benefits.
ICTV 203 TV Pre-Production
Stages in pre-production: research, development of a viable concept for a production proposal, production planning, production management, and production assignments.
ICTV 204 TV Scriptwriting
Prerequisite: ICEM 102
Introduction to TV scriptwriting: from conception to final script; study of script structure and practice writing various short program formats such as demonstration, news, feature, and variety shows.
ICTV 205 TV Production Procedures
Prerequisites: ICTV 102
Application and practice in TV production procedures for in-studio and on-location shooting with an emphasis on directing.
ICTV 206 TV Scenery and Props Design
Prerequisite: ICEM 102
Introduction to scenery and props: functions, design, and production.
ICTV 301 TV Post Production
Prerequisite: ICTV 101
Introduction to the artistic and technical principles of video and audio editing: the manipulation of images using non-linear editing; the addition of sound to complement the images; special effects.
ICTV 302 TV News Gathering and Reporting
Prerequisite: ICTV 101
Criteria of news value; principles and techniques in news gathering, writing and reporting.
ICTV 303 TV Marketing and Sales
Prerequisites: ICEM 203, ICEM 301
Introduction to TV program marketing and sales: applying marketing concepts to a TV program; budgeting considerations; identifying and understanding target markets; sales and presentation tools and techniques.
ICTV 304 Directing TV Drama
Prerequisite: ICEM 201
Artistic and technical approaches to TV drama, including blocking and acting for multi-camera shooting, camera angles and movements, shot planning, outside rehearsal, master cut and insert shooting, and continuity.
ICTV 305 Documentary Program Production
Prerequisites: ICTV 101
A historical perspective of the documentary format; aesthetics and authorship; documentary theory; presentation styles and ethical considerations; production procedures.
ICTV 351 TV Drama Scriptwriting
Introduction to the principles of dramatic storytelling: drama theory, plot structure, character design; character and plot development; dramatic elements.
ICTV 352 Wardrobe for TV and Film
Introduction to the artistic and technical principles of wardrobe design, from the interpretation of the script to the completion of the wardrobe.
ICTV 353 Make-up for TV and Film
Introduction to the principles of corrective and beauty enhancing make-up and hair design for TV and film.
ICTV 354 News and Current Affairs Program
Prerequisite: ICTV 302
The process of news and current affairs program production: principles of news editing; news production team and management; nature of various types of news and current affairs program; presentation formats.
ICTV 355 Special Effects Make-up for TV and Film
Introduction to special effects make-up; developing and creating an imaginative character with unique features; creating realistic injuries and marks.
ICTV 370 Seminar in Television Production (2-cr.)
Prerequisite: Third year or higher
The course examines and finds solutions to chosen current issues or case studies in Television Production. Students are required to participate in supervised discussions supported by experienced lecturers.
ICTV 380 Selected Topics in TV Production
Prerequisite: Third year or higher
Selected topics including specific television genres, styles analysis, culture and television, global television and media, television criticism and theory, technological developments, detailed investigation of new or emerging trends in television, etc.; special subjects determined by student interest and available instructor or visiting faculty.
ICTV 381 Independent Study in TV Production
A directed independent study tailored to fit individual interests in a specific area of TV production.
ICTV 399 International Field Study in TV Production
Prerequisite: ICTV 301
Introduction to the management styles of international media corporations; international artistic and business trends, and international media markets; foreign broadcasting regulations and legal considerations; innovations and technology.
ICTV 401 TV Drama
Prerequisite: ICTV 304
Advanced principles in producing TV drama from pre-production to post-production.
ICTV 455 Professional Internship in TV Production
Supervised internship in the field through placement in local television companies.
ICTV 498 TV Production Final Project I
Integration of knowledge, skills, and techniques acquired throughout the course of study in developing a TV program proposal and planning the production of the final project.
ICTV 499 TV Production Final Project II
Prerequisite: ICTV 498
Production of the approved project including shooting, post-production, and screening.
ICML 160 Introduction to Thai Language and Culture
Prerequisites: Exchange and visiting students, non full-time students
Fundamental oral communicative skills: vocabulary and sentence structures related to common communication situations. Introduction to characteristic aspect of Thai culture and society.
ICLT 211 Pre-intermediate Thai I
Prerequisites: ICML 163, refresher course or placement test.
Elements of complex grammar and vocabulary related to a variety of everyday contexts allowing the students to discuss familiar topics, express opinions in a more elaborate way, ask for clarification, read a wider variety of texts, and write simple letters or narratives.
ICLT 212 Pre-intermediate Thai II
Prerequisite: ICLT 211
More complex grammar and vocabulary allowing the students to hold a short conversation, ask for, understand and offer information in a broader variety of familiar topics, read more elaborate texts, and write longer letters or narratives.
ICLT 213 Pre-intermediate Thai III
Prerequisite: ICLT 212
Consolidation of the acquisitions of ICLT 211 and 212 and further mastering of complex grammar and vocabulary in order to allow the students to fully reach a standard pre-intermediate level of proficiency.
ICLT 311 Intermediate Thai I
Prerequisite: ICLT 213
Elements of advanced grammar and vocabulary related to specialized contexts allowing the students to participate in discussions on specific topics, express opinions and ask for clarification in such contexts, read a wider variety of long texts, and write extended letters or narratives.
ICLT 312 Intermediate Thai II
Prerequisite: ICLT 311
More advanced grammar and vocabulary related to a wider variety of specialized contexts allowing the students to begin, hold and close extended conversations and discussions related to specialized topics and situations, and read and write simple argumentative texts related to such contexts.
ICLT 313 Intermediate Thai III
Prerequisite: ICLT 312
Consolidation of the acquisitions of ICLT 311 and 312 and further mastering of advanced grammar and specialized vocabulary in order to allow the students to fully reach a standard intermediate level of proficiency.
ICLT 320 Intermediate Thai: Written Skills
Prerequisite: ICLT 313
Analysis of texts of various kinds (press, advertisements, literature, reports, etc.) chosen according to the fields and topics of interest of the students and production of similar written documents, in order to prepare the students for the written skill part of a standard intermediate level proficiency test.
ICLT 330 Intermediate Thai: Oral Skills
Prerequisite: ICLT 320
Analysis of various audio documents (such as TV and radio broadcast, plays and films) chosen according to the fields and topics of interest of the students and the production of similar documents, in order to prepare the students for the oral skill part of a standard intermediate level proficiency test.
ICML 131 Elementary Chinese I
Prerequisite: None (placement test required for students with prior knowledge)
Elements of fundamental grammar and basic vocabulary allowing the students to request, give and understand basic information, read simple short texts, and write at a simple sentence level.
ICML 132 Elementary Chinese II
Prerequisites: ICML 131 or placement test
More fundamental grammar and basic vocabulary allowing the students to hold simple short conversations on common topics and situations, express opinions in a simple form, read short texts and write at a short paragraph level.
ICML 133 Elementary Chinese III
Prerequisites: ICML 132 or placement test
Consolidation of the acquisitions of ICML 131 and 132 and further mastering of fundamental grammar and basic vocabulary in order to allow the students to fully achieve a standard elementary level of proficiency.
ICLC 212 Pre-intermediate Chinese II
Prerequisite: ICLC 211
More complex grammar and vocabulary allowing the students to hold a short conversation, ask for, understand and offer information in a broader variety of familiar topics, read more elaborate texts, and write longer letters or narratives.
ICLC 213 Pre-intermediate Chinese III
Prerequisite: ICLC 212
Consolidation of the acquisitions of ICLC 211 and 212 and further mastering of complex grammar and vocabulary in order to allow the students to fully reach a standard pre-intermediate level of proficiency.
ICLC 311 Intermediate Chinese I
Prerequisite: ICLC 213
Elements of advanced grammar and vocabulary related to specialized contexts allowing the students to participate in discussions on specific topics, express opinions and ask for clarification in such contexts, read a wider variety of long texts, and write extended letters or narratives.
ICLC 312 Intermediate Chinese II
Prerequisite: ICLC 311
More advanced grammar and vocabulary related to a wider variety of specialized contexts allowing the students to begin, hold and close extended conversations and discussions related to specialized topics and situations, and read and write simple argumentative texts related to such contexts.
ICLC 313 Intermediate Chinese III
Prerequisite: ICLC 312
Consolidation of the acquisitions of ICLC 311 and 312 and further mastering of advanced grammar and specialized vocabulary in order to allow the students to fully reach a standard intermediate level of proficiency.
ICLC 320 Intermediate Chinese: Written Skills
Prerequisite: ICLC 313
Analysis of texts of various kinds (press, advertisements, literature, reports, etc.) chosen according to the fields and topics of interest of the students and production of similar written documents, in order to prepare the students for the written skill part of a standard intermediate level proficiency test.
ICLC 330 Intermediate Chinese: Oral Skills
Prerequisite: ICLC 320
Analysis of various audio documents (such as TV and radio broadcast, plays and films) chosen according to the fields and topics of interest of the students and the production of similar documents, in order to prepare the students for the oral skill part of a standard intermediate level proficiency test.
ICML 141 Elementary Spanish I
Basic personal information; conjugate verbs (present tense); verbs ser, tener and llamarse; gender; alphabet; count from 0 to 100; places and countries; express existence; verbs talk about location; verbs hay and estar; prepositions a, con de, por and para.
ICML 142 Elementary Spanish II
Prerequisites: ICML 141 Elementary Spanish I
Objects, colors, and clothes, preference, interests and appearance, habits and express frequency, tell the time, in a restaurant; information about food; conjugation in present of some irregular verbs; verb gustar; articles el, la, los,las; count from 100; pronominal verbs.
ICML 143 Elementary Spanish III
Prerequisites: ICML 142 or placement test
Establish elements of fundamental grammar and basic vocabulary allowing students to express, request, and understand basic information, read simple short texts, and write at a simple-sentence level.
Towns, quarters and cities; directions; past experience; present perfect tense, past tense indefinido; verbs ser, estar and hay; vocabulary of places; time markers for past tense; verbs empezar a+ infinitive; verbs ir / irse.
ICLS 213 Pre-Intermediate Spanish III
Prerequisites: ICLS 212 Pre-intermediate Spanish II
Past habits, customs and circumstances, past and present action, advice, instructions (imperative), future; situations and actions, conditions, hypotheses, past experience; verb tense imperfect; verb tense indefinido; verb tense present perfect; contrast of past tenses.
ICLS 311 Intermediate Spanish I
Prerequisites: Placement test or ICLS 213 Pre-intermediate Spanish III
Express habits in present and past ; express obligation, prohibition and impersonality; talk by phone, express direct and indirect speech; pronouns direct and indirect object; vocabulary of professions, TV programmes and cinema.
ICLS 312 Intermediate Spanish II
Prerequisites: ICLS 311 Intermediate Spanish I
Express desire, complaint and necessity; tell anecdotes; express cause and effect; express interests and feelings; Present Subjective; talk about personal relationships; disagree in a formal and informal situation; ease a disagreement; describe specifications and how something works.
ICLS 313 Intermediate Spanish III
Prerequisites: ICLS 312 Intermediate Spanish II
Make hypotheses and conjectures; relate mysterious incidents; write a news article; refer to a news article and comment it; give advice; evoke imaginary situations; express an opinion about actions and behaviours; express opinions and desire; narrate events in the past; Future Tense; uses Present of Subjective; Past Tenses; Passive Voice; Vocabulary mass media.
ICLS 340 Spanish for Business
The Spanish for Business course emphasizes discourse in a variety business context such as communicating with companies.
ICML 122 Elementary French II
Prerequisites: ICML 121 or placement test
More fundamental grammar and basic vocabulary allowing the students to hold simple short conversations on common topics and situations, express opinions in a simple form, read short texts and write at a short paragraph level.
ICML 123 Elementary French III
Prerequisites: ICML 122 or placement test
Consolidation of the acquisitions of ICML 121 and 122 and further mastering of fundamental grammar and basic vocabulary in order to allow the students to fully achieve a standard elementary level of proficiency.
ICLF 211 Pre-intermediate French I
Prerequisites: ICML 123, refresher course or placement test.
Elements of complex grammar and vocabulary related to a variety of everyday contexts allowing the students to discuss familiar topics, express opinions in a more elaborate way, ask for clarification, read a wider variety of texts, and write simple letters or narratives.
ICLF 212 Pre-intermediate French II
Prerequisite: ICLF 211
More complex grammar and vocabulary allowing the students to hold a short conversation, ask for, understand and offer information in a broader variety of familiar topics, read more elaborate texts, and write longer letters or narratives.
ICLF 213 Pre-intermediate French III
Prerequisite: ICLF 212
Consolidation of the acquisitions of ICLF 211 and 212 and further mastering of complex grammar and vocabulary in order to allow the students to fully reach a standard pre-intermediate level of proficiency.
ICLF 311 Intermediate French I
Prerequisite: ICLF 213
Elements of advanced grammar and vocabulary related to specialized contexts allowing the students to participate in discussions on specific topics, express opinions and ask for clarification in such contexts, read a wider variety of long texts, and write extended letters or narratives.
ICLF 312 Intermediate French II
Prerequisite: ICLF 311
More advanced grammar and vocabulary related to a wider variety of specialized contexts allowing the students to begin, hold and close extended conversations and discussions related to specialized topics and situations, and read and write simple argumentative texts related to such contexts.
ICLF 313 Intermediate French III
Prerequisite: ICLF 312
Consolidation of the acquisitions of ICLF 311 and 312 and further mastering of advanced grammar and specialized vocabulary in order to allow the students to fully reach a standard intermediate level of proficiency.
ICLF 320 Intermediate French: Written Skills
Prerequisite: ICLF 313
Analysis of texts of various kinds (press, advertisements, literature, reports, etc.) chosen according to the fields and topics of interest of the students and production of similar written documents, in order to prepare the students for the written skill part of a standard intermediate level proficiency test.
ICLF 330 Intermediate French: Oral Skills
Prerequisite: ICLF 320
Analysis of various audio documents (such as TV and radio broadcast, plays and films) chosen according to the fields and topics of interest of the students and the production of similar documents, in order to prepare the students for the oral skill part of a standard intermediate level proficiency test.
ICLG 211 Pre-intermediate German I
Prerequisite: ICML 103, refresher course or placement test.
Elements of complex grammar and vocabulary related to a variety of everyday contexts allowing the students to discuss familiar topics, express opinions in a more elaborate way, ask for clarification, read a wider variety of texts, and write simple letters or narratives.
ICML 101 Elementary German I
Prerequisite: None (placement test required for students with prior knowledge)
Elements of fundamental grammar and basic vocabulary allowing the students to request, give and understand basic information, read simple short texts, and write at a simple sentence level.
ICML 102 Elementary German II
Prerequisites: ICML 101 or placement test
More fundamental grammar and basic vocabulary allowing the students to hold simple short conversations on common topics and situations, express opinions in a simple form, read short texts and write at a short paragraph level.
ICML 103 Elementary German III
Prerequisites: ICML 102 or placement test
Consolidation of the acquisitions of ICML 101 and 102 and further mastering of fundamental grammar and basic vocabulary in order to allow the students to fully achieve a standard elementary level of proficiency.
ICLG 212 Pre-intermediate German II
Prerequisite: ICLG 211
More complex grammar and vocabulary allowing the students to hold a short conversation, ask for, understand and offer information in a broader variety of familiar topics, read more elaborate texts, and write longer letters or narratives.
ICLG 213 Pre-intermediate German III
Prerequisite: ICLG 212
Consolidation of the acquisitions of ICLG 211 and 212 and further mastering of complex grammar and vocabulary in order to allow the students to fully reach a standard pre-intermediate level of proficiency.
ICLG 311 Intermediate German I
Prerequisite: ICLG 213
Elements of advanced grammar and vocabulary related to specialized contexts allowing the students to participate in discussions on specific topics, express opinions and ask for clarification in such contexts, read a wider variety of long texts, and write extended letters or narratives.
ICLG 312 Intermediate German II
Prerequisite: ICLG 311
More advanced grammar and vocabulary related to a wider variety of specialized contexts allowing the students to begin, hold and close extended conversations and discussions related to specialized topics and situations, and read and write simple argumentative texts related to such contexts.
ICLG 313 Intermediate German III
Prerequisite: ICLG 312
Consolidation of the acquisitions of ICLG 311 and 312 and further mastering of advanced grammar and specialized vocabulary in order to allow the students to fully reach a standard intermediate level of proficiency.
ICLG 320 Intermediate German: Written Skills
Prerequisite: ICLG 313
Analysis of texts of various kinds (press, advertisements, literature, reports, etc.) chosen according to the fields and topics of interest of the students and production of similar written documents, in order to prepare the students for the written skill part of a standard intermediate level proficiency test.
ICLG 330 Intermediate German: Oral Skills
Prerequisite: ICLG 320
Analysis of various audio documents (such as TV and radio broadcast, plays and films) chosen according to the fields and topics of interest of the students and the production of similar documents, in order to prepare the students for the oral skill part of a standard intermediate level proficiency test.
ICML 111 Elementary Japanese I
Prerequisite: None (placement test required for students with prior knowledge)
Elements of fundamental grammar and basic vocabulary allowing the students to request, give and understand basic information, read simple short texts, and write at a simple sentence level.
ICML 112 Elementary Japanese II
Prerequisites: ICML 111, refresher course or placement test.
More fundamental grammar and basic vocabulary allowing the students to hold simple short conversations on common topics and situations, express opinions in a simple form, read short texts and write at a short paragraph level.
ICML 113 Elementary Japanese III
Prerequisites: ICML 112 or placement test
Consolidation of the acquisitions of ICML 111 and 112 and further mastering of fundamental grammar and basic vocabulary in order to allow the students to fully achieve a standard elementary level of proficiency.
ICML 121 Elementary French I
Prerequisite: None (placement test required for students with prior knowledge)
Elements of fundamental grammar and basic vocabulary allowing the students to request, give and understand basic information, read simple short texts, and write at a simple sentence level.
ICLJ 211 Pre-intermediate Japanese I
Prerequisites: ICML 113, refresher course or placement test.
Elements of complex grammar and vocabulary related to a variety of everyday contexts allowing the students to discuss familiar topics, express opinions in a more elaborate way, ask for clarification, read a wider variety of texts, and write simple letters or narratives.
ICLJ 212 Pre-intermediate Japanese II
Prerequisite: ICLJ 211
More complex grammar and vocabulary allowing the students to hold a short conversation, ask for, understand and offer information in a broader variety of familiar topics, read more elaborate texts, and write longer letters or narratives.
ICLJ 213 Pre-intermediate Japanese III
Prerequisite: ICLJ 212
Consolidation of the acquisitions of ICLJ 211 and 212 and further mastering of complex grammar and vocabulary in order to allow the students to fully reach a standard pre-intermediate level of proficiency.
ICLJ 311 Intermediate Japanese I
Prerequisite: ICLJ 213
Elements of advanced grammar and vocabulary related to specialized contexts allowing the students to participate in discussions on specific topics, express opinions and ask for clarification in such contexts, read a wider variety of long texts, and write extended letters or narratives.
ICLJ 312 Intermediate Japanese II
Prerequisite: ICLJ 311
More advanced grammar and vocabulary related to a wider variety of specialized contexts allowing the students to begin, hold and close extended conversations and discussions related to specialized topics and situations, and read and write simple argumentative texts related to such contexts.
ICLJ 313 Intermediate Japanese III
Prerequisite: ICLJ 312
Consolidation of the acquisitions of ICLJ 311 and 312 and further mastering of advanced grammar and specialized vocabulary in order to allow the students to fully reach a standard intermediate level of proficiency.
ICLJ 320 Intermediate Japanese: Written Skills
Prerequisite: ICLJ 313
Analysis of texts of various kinds (press, advertisements, literature, reports, etc.) chosen according to the fields and topics of interest of the students and production of similar written documents, in order to prepare the students for the written skill part of a standard intermediate level proficiency test.
ICLJ 330 Intermediate Japanese: Oral Skills
Prerequisite: ICLJ 320
Analysis of various audio documents (such as TV and radio broadcast, plays and films) chosen according to the fields and topics of interest of the students and the production of similar documents, in order to prepare the students for the oral skill part of a standard intermediate level proficiency test.
ICBC 201 Business Communication I
Communication theories, strategies for planning managerial communications, skills in oral and written reporting and persuading, new technologies in business communication, implications of those changes to organizations.
ICBC 202 Business Communication II
Prerequisite: ICBC 201
More areas of Business Communication, job search, interview skills, sales negotiation skills.
ICMS 301 Management and Organizational Behavior
Planning; development of objectives and plan; organizing work relationship; motivating and leading; actuating coordinated efforts; controlling and measuring progress and taking corrective action; the role of the administrator, interpersonal and intergroup processes, organizational change.
ICTM 200 Fundamental Accounting
Business transactions and financial statements, evolution of accounting, recording and classifying financial transactions, preparation of financial statements, characteristics of various types of accounts, accounting principles, the usefulness and limitations of accounting information.
ICTM 201 Principles of Marketing
Principles of business management, developing market strategy in business marketing and business customers, and real life business examples and case studies to demonstrate business marketing theories in practice.
ICTM 210 Accounting for the Travel Industry
Prerequisite: ICTM 200
The basics of accounting; special requirements of accounting within the Tourism Industry; coverage of the balance sheet, income statement, cash flow statement, journal entries, and year-end closing of accounts.
ICTM 211 Statistics for the Travel Industry
Design of experiments, collection of data, presentation of data, descriptive statistics, elementary probability, normal distributions, estimation of parameters, hypothesis testing, analysis of variance, regression and correlation, analysis of frequencies, and non-parametric methods.
ICTM 212 Introduction to the Travel Industry
Prerequisite: 36 credits of General Education
The evolution of the hospitality/tourism industry and its various components, operations of hotels/resorts; tour operators; travel agencies; attractions and transportation modes; addressing the political, social, and economical implications of tourism.
ICTM 213 Finance for the Travel Industry
Prerequisite: ICTM 200
Introduction to the Hospitality Industry; methods and importance of tourism and hospitality finance, cash management and its importance; the investment decisions regarding tourism and hospitality projects and capital expenditures; cash control during the various stages of operations; statement of cash flow; an introduction to feasibility studies, financial ratios analysis and working capital.
ICTM 214 Economics of Tourism
Prerequisites: ICSS 114
Principles of economics, particularly microeconomics, and applied economic concepts, analysis and techniques to the international tourism and tourism industry; assessing the socio-economic behavior of economic agents comprising consumers, businesses, government and its agencies, particularly their choices and decision making; covering key economic areas of demand, supply, elasticity, costing, pricing and investment; assessing the impact of tourism on an economy and the impact of environmental factors.
ICTM 270 Consumer Behavior in Tourism
Prerequisite: ICTM 212
The supremacy of the consumer, the factors influencing behavior; knowledge and involvement, attention and comprehension, attitudes and intentions; decision-making behavior; classical and operant learning; cultural influences; reference groups.
ICTM 307 International Travel & Tourism
Prerequisite: ICTM 212
The development and organization of the international travel industry; the sociology of tourism.
ICTM 310 Event Management
Prerequisite: ICTM 212
Planning, organizing and managing event activities and the event environment, the industry’s stakeholders, event infrastructure, marketing, human resources, contingency planning, legal issues, strategic management, and research, analysis and evaluation.
ICTM 311 Sales and Marketing for the Travel Industry
Prerequisite: ICTM 201, ICTM 212
The resources and variables available in developing a successful marketing strategy in the tourism industry; market research, advertising and promotion, sales techniques, and public relations; the tourism industry distribution network, and the integrated marketing efforts of the various components of the hotel and tourism industry.
ICTM 312 Human Resources Management for the Travel Industry
Prerequisite: ICTM 212
An overview and survey of human resources management and personnel administration in the tourism industry; selection, staffing, labor relations, training and development of human resources and remuneration management in the tourism Industry
ICTM 313 Tourism Environments
Prerequisite: ICTM 212
A comprehensive introduction to tourism planning and development; investigating impacts of tourism on economic, socio-cultural, and physical environments; exploring issues concerning host-visitor relationship, environmental analysis and audit, sustainable tourism.
ICTM 318 Business and Social Etiquette
Prerequisite: ICTM 212
The fundamentals of good behavior and everyday manners; traveling home and abroad; etiquette in business and politics; greetings, introduction, names and titles; planning and scheduling meetings and agendas; dealing with staff; table manners; food and drink; conversation; telephone manners; inviting and thanking; entertaining; dress sense; cultural courtesy; body language and eye contact; gifts.
ICTM 319 Eco-tourism Studies
Prerequisite: ICTM 212
Ecological principles applied to tourism; principles of human behavior used in eco-tourism issues; the relationship between natural resources and tourism; planning and management of natural, cultural resources and people’s way of life for sustainable use in tourism with special focus on rural areas, wildlife sanctuaries and other areas of forests, mountains, beaches and islands.
ICTM 320 Lodging Property Management
Prerequisite: ICTM 212
Organizational structures; management and operation of hotels and resorts, and their various departments; emphasize on management concepts and the decision-making process.
ICTM 323 Front Office Management
Prerequisite: ICTM 212
The essential knowledge and skills required for management in hiring front office employees and renting rooms within the hospitality industry; property management systems, reservations, yield management.
ICTM 324 Food and Beverage Management
Prerequisite: ICTM 212
Food and beverage operations management within a hotel, pricing, inventory management, franchising, commercial kitchen, service for hotel and private clubs.
ICTM 325 Housekeeping Management
Prerequisite: ICTM 212
Management of housekeeping duties within an establishment, supervision of staff, scheduling, use of different cleaning agents, safety within the work environment; housekeeping technology.
ICTM 330 Cultural Heritage Management
Prerequisite: ICTM 212
Objectives and processes of cultural heritage development; development of eco-tourism impacts and pitfalls of cultural tourism; planning, conservation and preservation of cultural tourism; application of information technology and information management for cultural tourism.
ICTM 331 Guide to Tourist Health and Safety
Prerequisite: ICTM 212
Basic understanding of preventive tropical medicine with an emphasis on Southeast Asia; planning proper travel vaccine, chemo-or seroprophylaxis; determining real areas of risk; harmless animals versus poisonous ones; how to deal with the tropical climate; local food and drinks and where to get help when needed; practical tips for tour organizers and tour guides.
ICTM 341 Forest Tourism Management
Prerequisite: ICTM 212
Compatibility between tourism, forestry and conservation; the management of natural resources, and the involvement of stakeholders and the community.
ICTM 352 Tourism and Hospitality Law
Prerequisite: ICTM 212
The key principles of law applicable to tourism, hospitality, and related industries; Thai tourism legislation on business organizations and several international law issues such as consumer protection, product and service liability, employment, and law of access to the natural environment.
ICTM 370 Technology for Tourism Industry
Prerequisite: ICNS 141
The use of information systems in the tourism industry; the use of computers to facilitate both the flow and management of information in the industry, the flow and capture of information related to providing tourism and hospitality services; constant changes in information technology and their impact on the channels of distribution; the interdependence and cross-linking of the industry’s systems along with the emergence of the Internet as another channel of information flow.
ICTM 400 Tourism Business Management
Prerequisite: ICTM 212
The roles, sizes, structure, operations, management of tourism business organizations; relationships of tourism business organizations with a particular emphasis on exploring travel agencies, tour operators and wholesalers; corporate tourism management; incentive travel and meeting-convention planners.
ICTM 401 Strategic Management for the Travel Industry
Prerequisite: ICMS 301, ICTM 311
Strategic issues in management; formulation and analysis of strategies; relationship between strategies and organizational structures; strategic thinking and managing change; pricing and distribution strategies; differences in strategies between sectors.
ICTM 410 Passenger Transportation Management
Prerequisite: ICTM 212
A survey of surface, air, and water transportation; organization, operations, and regulatory and marketing aspects; examination of the inter-model concept; the social, economic, and political factors that have influenced government transportation priorities.
ICTM 413 Operations and Quality Management
Prerequisite: ICTM 212
Delivering quality service to clients, training the travel industry's human resource component, the meaning and importance of quality, value of the customer and service quality, quality management process, its impact on organizations and the significance of service quality to tourism and hospitality concepts together with the mechanism of quality management approach to providing service excellence through several advancements in quality such as benchmarking and total quality management.
ICIH 416 Baking and Pastry
Prerequisite: ICTM 212
This course covers the basic theory and skill sets used throughout the field of baking and pastry. Topics covered include the use of hand tools and equipment found in a bakeshop, as well as the exploration of baking and pastry ingredients and their functions. Students will gain a working knowledge of the major methods such as beating, blending, creaming, and decorating. Students will also taste and evaluate products they create in class to enhance their understanding of the course material. Through tasting and testing, students learn to identify and select quality grains, fruits, vegetables, thickening agents, nuts and seeds, dairy products, baking spices, eggs and egg products, flours, chocolates, fats, and oils used in the baking field.
ICTM 420 Sustainable Tourism Studies
Prerequisite: ICTM 212
Concepts of sustainability that affect the tourism industry; the range of tourism developments designed to maintain environmental, social and economic well being of natural, built, and cultural resources; the inherent stability of natural ecosystems in order that certain parallels may be drawn and guiding principles applied to the management of tourism based projects.
ICTM 423 Seminar in Tourism Planning and Promotion
Prerequisite: ICTM 212
Selected topics in tourism planning and promotion.
ICTM 428 Tourism Guide
Prerequisite: ICTM 212
Preparation for qualified tour guides in Thailand, an overview of essential knowledge about Thailand: Thai geography, Thai foods, Thai art and society, Buddhism, ticketing, tour safety, and other such issues; participating in a field study.
ICTM 430 Managing Package Tourism
Prerequisite: ICTM 212
The roles of major suppliers in the tourism industry in terms of their planning management operation of tour operators, and destination research; design itineraries; calculate and set the selling prices of tour packages.
ICTM 431 Rural Tourism
Prerequisite: ICTM 212
Factors that determine successful rural tourism development and management of sites in an environmentally and culturally sensitive area.
ICTM 433 Tourism in Developing Countries
Prerequisite: ICTM 212
Tourism development in developing countries and the impact it has socially and economically, health, international demand, and eco-tourism in a case method manner.
ICTM 442 Hospitality Training
Prerequisite: ICTM 212, ICTM 312
The training of hospitality staff in their assigned tasks, training methods and different teaching methodologies for adult education.
ICTM 461 Travel Industry Management: Internship I
Prerequisite: ICTM 212
A one-trimester internship where students gain hands-on experience at the MUIC Training Center, also known as Salaya Pavilion Hotel, in consultation with an assigned advisor.
ICTM 462 Travel Industry Management: Internship II
Prerequisite: ICTM 461
A one-trimester continuation of the first internship (ICTM 461) where students gain hands-on experience in the tourism industry in consultation with an assigned advisor.
ICTM 471 Seminar in Tourism Industry
Prerequisites: ICTM 212
Examining and creating solutions to the chosen current issues or case studies in the tourism and hospitality industry, particularly in the Asia Pacific region; conducting a tutorial discussion supported by experienced lecturers.
ICTM 472 Airline Business Management
Prerequisite: ICTM 212
Airline organizations, airline regulations, airline routing, airline costs and revenue aircraft structure, operations and marketing aspects, low cost airline management. The impact of alliance and consolidation, the e-commerce revolution and sustainable airline development.
ICTM 473 Seminar in Service Management
Prerequisite: ICTM 212, ICTM 461
Selected topics in service industries.
ICTM 474 Supervision in Hospitality Business
Prerequisite: ICTM 212
Concepts of managing people in travel industry from a supervisor’s viewpoint; techniques for increasing productivity and controlling labor costs, time management and managing change; effective communication and responsibilities of a supervisor in a hotel or food service operation; motivation of employees and resolution of conflicts with staff, guests and other departments. Case studies are explored.
ICTM 475 Introduction to Culinary Arts
Prerequisite: ICTM 212
Planning and operating food and beverage production in quantity food settings; various methods of food preparation ingredients and culinary terminology; reading and evaluating menus; developing recipe conversion and costing skills; examining different production schemes and product flow; the use and care of equipment, service techniques, procurement management, and cost control.
ICTM 476 (ICIH 438; ICTE 437) Wine Studies and Wine Tourism
Prerequisite: ICTM 212, ICHT 202, ICTH 210
The development of viticulture from vines to wines, the emergence of wine tourism routes, motivation of wine tourists and factors that help develop wine tourism
ICTM 477 Hospitality Facilities Business
Prerequisite: ICTM 212
An overview of the operation of hospitality facilities, including operating costs for various types of existing facilities, types and characteristics of major building systems, available technology, and the responsibilities of the engineering-maintenance department, renovation needs of hospitality facilities, key managerial aspects of renovations.
ICTM 478 Facilities Development & Planning in Hospitality
Prerequisite: ICTM 212
An introduction to the issues and opportunities inherent in the development and planning of hospitality facilities, specifically hotels and restaurants constructions; the project development sequence; conceptual and space planning; architectural design criteria; construction management; interpretation of architectural design and consultant drawings; setting appropriate facilities requirements; understanding industry practice; implementing properties decisions within a balanced design, operations, and financial framework.
ICTM 480 Tourism and Hospitality Research Methods
Prerequisite: ICTM 461
An introduction to research process and design, data collection, hypothesis testing, and reporting; featuring econometrics and other quantitative applications in business research; research on a topic related to the tourism and/or hospitality industry.
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