Summer Session

AIM 100: EOP Pre-Freshman Su Acad Bridg

Undergraduate 3 credits

New AIM/EOP students

The purpose of the EOP Summer Academic Bridge course is to give students a foundation in math, writing, and a science related to their undergraduate goals. The course will build on their current skills with the goal of increasing the likelihood of their academic success in these areas during their first full semester at Stony Brook University. Students will be placed in the appropriate section based on the university placement recommendations in math and writing. The EOP Summer Academic Bridge will be supported through the EOP Transitional Support Bridge course.

AIM 101: EOP Pre-Freshman Su Supp Bridg

Undergraduate 3 credits

New AIM/EOP students

The purpose of the EOP Summer Bridge course is to build a strong, supportive foundation by introducing the necessary support and resources needed to be successful at Stony Brook University. The course will build on their current skills with the goal of increasing the likelihood of the student¿s success in acclimating to college and Stony Brook University culture and lifestyle. Additionally, the course goal is to help students navigate the challenges that stem from socioeconomic disadvantage. In addition, this course will support the EOP Academic Bridge course.

AMS 151: Applied Calculus I

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: B or higher in MAT 123 or level 5 on the mathematics placement examination

DEC: C SBC: QPS

A review of functions and their applications; analytic methods of differentiation; interpretations and applications of differentiation; introduction to integration. Intended for CEAS majors. Not for credit in addition to MAT 125 or 126 or 131 or 141 or 171. This course has been designated as a High Demand/Controlled Access (HD/CA) course. Students registering for HD/CA courses for the first time will have priority to do so.

AMS 161: Applied Calculus II

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: C or higher in AMS 151 or MAT 131 or 141, or level 7 on the mathematics placement exam ination

DEC: C SBC: QPS

Analytic and numerical methods of integration; interpretations and applications of integration; differential equations models and elementary solution techniques; phase planes; Taylor series and Fourier series. Intended for CEAS majors. Not for credit in addition to MAT 127, MAT 132, MAT 142, or MAT 171. This course has been designated as a High Demand/Controlled Access (HD/CA) course. Students registering for HD/CA courses for the first time will have priority to do so.

AMS 351: Applied Algebra

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: AMS 210 or MAT 211 Advisory Prerequisite: MAT 200 or CSE 250 or equivalent

Topics in algebra: groups, informal set theory, relations, homomorphisms. Applications: error correcting codes, Burnside's theorem, computational complexity, Chinese remainder theorem. This course is offered as both AMS 351 and MAT 312.

ARS 154: Foundations: Drawing

Undergraduate 3 credits

DEC: D SBC: ARTS

Fundamentals of drawing with a focus on developing technical and perceptual skills in hand-eye coordination and the ability to draw from observation using a variety of media. Conceptual and expressive possibilities of drawing explored within a range of subject matter that includes still life, the figure, landscape, and the study of the drawings of major artists, past and present.

ARS 205: Foundations: Idea and Form

Undergraduate 3 credits

DEC: D SBC: ARTS

An exploration of the basic building blocks of artistic practice and aesthetic analysis. Projects, readings, presentations, and discussions are used to examine the impact cultural, environmental and social context have on meaning and perception in art and visual culture. Projects are organized around themes such as line, plane, volume, color, composition, pattern, scale, narrative, performance, light and time. This course has an associated fee. Please see www.stonybrook.edu/coursefees for more information.

ARS 255: Introductory Painting

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: ARS 154

Introductory painting in oils or acrylics. The various media, tools, and techniques of painting and of preparing surfaces for painting are explored. Continues the work of ARS 154 in the traditional areas of landscape, still life, and figure, as well as in perspective, foreshortening, proportion, anatomy, and color theory. One or two field trips to New York City museums and galleries may be required.

ARS 355: Anatomical/Bio Illustration

Undergraduate 3 credits

This course is intended to develop skills and approaches to design, scientific visualization and illustration not specific to any particular academic background or intended career path. It encourages the development of analytical observational skills and better brain/eye/hand coordination, providing an opportunity to explore the specialist rendering techniques used in scientific illustration. It is open to students with either a science or art background. It includes a historical overview of medical, biological, archaeological, botanical, technical, geological, paleontological, and anatomical illustration, but the focus is on student projects. Grading is on an individual basis, rather than against absolute standards, and students are expected to show that their skills have improved during the course by providing evidence of their work in the form of sketchbooks, preparatory studies as well as more finished pieces. This course is offered as both HBA 325 and ARS 355. Summer, 3 credits, Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)

ARS 381: Color and Light Photography

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: ARS 281

SBC: HFA+

An exploration of the creative aspects of color and light relationships with natural and artificial lighting. This course presents digital imaging techniques, critical color output, and use of the lighting studio. This course is repeatable to a maximum of 6 credits. This course has an associated fee. Please see www.stonybrook.edu/coursefees for more information. Estimated cost of supplies is $300 in addition to the course fee.

ARS 491: Topics in Studio Theory & Prac

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: Permission of department

May be repeated as the topic changes. This course has an associated fee. Please see www.stonybrook.edu/coursefees for more information.

ARS 520: Projects for M.F.A. Candidates

Graduate 1-9 credits

Prerequisite: enrollment in the M. F. A. program or permission of instructor

Advanced projects in areas that may not be included in the M.F.A. curriculum, utilizing the unique talents of regular and visiting faculty, the facilities of the Art department, or other aspects of the university environment, and possibly facilities at other locations or institutions. This course has an associated fee. Please see www.stonybrook.edu/coursefees for more information. Prerequisites: Faculty sponsor, permission of graduate studies director. Fall, Spring and Summer,

BIO 114: Dinosaur Paleontology

Undergraduate 3 credits

Advisory prerequisite: Entry level biology

DEC: E SBC: SNW

A study of paleontology that includes evolution of dinosaurs, their classification system, a study of the important dinosaur families, dinosaur behavior, ecology, current controversies, hot topics and the KT extinction. Dinosaur paleontology will also cover the excavation of dinosaurs and the colorful history of the 'dinosaur hunters.' This course will emphasize the science and research involved in studying dinosaurs. Using dinosaurs as a vehicle, students will be exposed to the scientific method of inquiry and will leave this course with a better understanding on how to evaluate science in the real world. Not for Biology major credit.

BIO 204: Intro Biology Lab I

Undergraduate 2 credits

Prerequisite: C or higher in CHE 129, CHE 131, or Corequisite: CHE 152 Pre- or Corequisite: BIO 201 or BIO 202 or BIO 203

First course in the foundational laboratory sequence for all biology students, and students in related fields. Students will experience the laboratory process, research process, a wide range of laboratory tools, methods, skills, learn to read and write scientific presentations, and collaborate in formal inquiry. This course has been designated as a High Demand/Controlled Access (HD/CA) course. Students registering for HD/CA courses for the first time will have priority to do so. This course has an associated fee. Please see www.stonybrook.edu/coursefees for more information. This course includes assignments that can be used to satisfy the SBC objective SPK if co-registered for BIO 458.

BIO 207: Intro Bio Lab IIB

Undergraduate 2 credits

Prerequisite: C or higher in BIO 204 Pre- or Corequisite: BIO 201 or BIO 202 or BIO 203

An alternative to BIO 205, this course focuses on a relatively narrow range of current research topics but in greater depth. BIO 207 is the second course in the foundational laboratory sequence for all biology majors and students in related fields. Students will experience the laboratory process, research process, a wide range of laboratory tools, methods, and skills, learn to read and write scientific works, and collaborate in formal inquiry. This course has been designated as a High Demand/Controlled Access (HD/CA) course. Students registering for HD/CA courses for the first time will have priority to do so. Not for credit in addition to BIO 205. This course has an associated fee. Please see www.stonybrook.edu/coursefees for more information.

BIO 299: Advanced Microbiology/Health

Undergraduate 4 credits

Prerequisite: C or higher in BIO 202 and C or higher in BIO 204

This course will include lectures, laboratory recitations, and laboratory sessions focused on fundamental clinical Microbiology techniques. The lectures will cover Bacteria, Viruses, Helminths, and medically important Protozoans. In the laboratory, students will learn basic and applied clinical microbiology methods, including microscopy; staining and quantitative analysis of bacteria; analysis of throat and urine cultures; and determination of sensitivity to various antimicrobial agents. Priority for this course will be given to allied health, pre-nursing, and pre-veterinary students. May not be used for credit towards either the Biology major or minor. This course has an associated fee. Please see www.stonybrook.edu/coursefees for more information. Formerly offered as BIO 266; not for credit in addition to BIO 266.

BIO 334: Principles of Neurobiology

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: C or higher in BIO 203

The ionic basis of nerve potentials, the physiology of synapses, sense organs and effectors, and the integrative action of the nervous system are discussed.

BME 313: Bioinstrumentation

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: BME 271 or ESE 271

The course content is directed to the basic concept of biomedical instrumentation and medical device. Main focus is on the application of the latest computer technology in bioinstrumentation. The course covers the topics such as basic sensors in biomedical engineering, biological signal measurement and conditioning, data acquisition and data analysis. In addition, the course will teach in detail the LabVIEW programming, a graphics tool for virtual instrumentation. The students will learn the techniques of collecting biological signals using basic sensors, and acquisition and analysis of biological signals using software and data acquisition hardware. The students will gain the hands-on experience in design of medical devices. This course will help students to develop skills to build instrumentation for laboratory research and prototyping medical devices.

CHE 133: General Chemistry Lab I

Undergraduate 1 credit

Designed to familiarize students with (1) some chemical and physical properties of substances, (2) techniques of quantitative chemistry, and (3) scientific methodology. Three hours of laboratory or related activity per week. CHE 133 and CHE 134 may not be taken for credit in addition to CHE 154. This course has been designated as a High Demand/Controlled Access (HD/CA) course. Students registering for HD/CA courses for the first time will have priority to do so. This course has an associated fee. Please see www.stonybrook.edu/coursefees for more information.

CHE 134: General Chemistry Lab II

Undergraduate 1 credit

Designed to familiarize students with (1) some chemical and physical properties of substances, (2) techniques of quantitative chemistry, and (3) scientific methodology. Three hours of laboratory or related activity per week. CHE 133 and CHE 134 may not be taken for credit in addition to CHE 154. This course has an associated fee. Please see www.stonybrook.edu/coursefees for more information.

CHE 321: Organic Chemistry I

Undergraduate 4 credits

Prerequisite: C or higher in CHE 132

SBC: STEM+

An introduction to the structure, reactivity, and properties of organic compounds is presented using modern views of chemical bonding. These fundamental ideas are applied to topics ranging from synthetic chemistry to complex functional structures such as lipid bilayers. CHE 321 may not be taken for credit in addition to CHE 331. This course has been designated as a High Demand/Controlled Access (HD/CA) course. Students registering for HD/CA courses for the first time will have priority to do so.

CHE 322: Organic Chemistry IIA

Undergraduate 4 credits

Prerequisite: C or higher in CHE 321

Discussion of the structure, reactivity, and properties of organic compounds introduced in CHE 321 is continued. The chemistry of substances important in biology, medicine, and technology is emphasized. CHE 322 may not be taken for credit in addition to CHE 332. This course has been designated as a High Demand/Controlled Access (HD/CA) course. Students registering for HD/CA courses for the first time will have priority to do so.

CHE 327: Organic Chemistry Laboratory

Undergraduate 2 credits

Prerequisite: CHE 134 Pre- or Corequisite: CHE 321

Techniques of isolating and handling organic substances, including biological materials. A one-semester course that provides a basic organic laboratory experience. It is recommended that students take CHE 327 at the same time as CHE 321 or 322. Four laboratory hours and one lecture hour per week. Not for credit in addition to CHE 383. This course has an associated fee. Please see www.stonybrook.edu/coursefees for more information.

CHE 593: Chemical Demonstrations

Graduate 3 credits

The design and implementation of demonstrations to illustrate modern concepts of chemistry.

CHE 698: Colloquium

Graduate 0-12 credits

Fall and Spring,

COM 100: Introduction to Communication

Undergraduate 3 credits

SBC: HUM; SBS

A survey of key topics within the interdisciplinary field of communication. The course explores how communication is defined and how research in the field is performed and evaluated from a variety of methodological perspectives. Students are introduced to the history of communication as an academic area of study, the development of major theories and subdisciplines, namely communication studies, rhetorical studies, and mass communication. The course will introduce a number of prominent conversations in communication, including but not limited to interpersonal communication, organizational communication, science communication, health communication, intercultural communication, and small group communication. Students will also be introduced to basic quantitative, qualitative, and rhetorical methodological approaches. Students will apply the knowledge they gain to various aspects of their personal and professional lives, engage in critical thinking skills, and become familiar with the abundant career paths that a study in communication can provide.

CSM 546: Topics Biotechnology

Graduate 3 credits

An introduction to the field of biotechnology. The course will survey the history of the development of genetic engineering, methodologies used in biotechnology, applications of biotechnology in medicine, agriculture and manufacturing, and the implications of these technologies for society. Intended for the students in the MAT Science and MALS programs. This course has an associated fee. Please see www.stonybrook.edu/course fees for more information. Offered Spring, 3 Credits, ABCF Grading

CSM 610: Nature & Practice of Science

Graduate 3 credits

An overview of the nature and practice of science through the analysis of current issues in science. Through the extensive use of case studies, students will address questions such as: What is science? What distinguishes science from other ways of knowing? What standards of evidence and scientific explanations, processes, and conventions are used in science? What philosophical, social, ethical, and historical perspectives are important in understanding science? Offered Fall and Spring, 3 Credits, ABCF Grading

CSM 640: Directed Study in STEM Educ

Graduate 3 credits

In their fifth semester students will individually complete a directed study with a faculty advisor. The intent of this course is to prepare the students for the doctoral qualifying examination and assist them in refining their research topics. Offered Fall and Spring, 3 Credits, ABCF Grading

ENV 301: Long Island Pine Barrens

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisites: U3 or U4 status and one of the following: BIO 201, CHE 131, ECO 108, ESG 100, ESG 198 , GEO 101, GEO 102, MAR 104, SUS 113 (formerly SBC 113)

DEC: H SBC: SPK; STAS

The ecologically diverse Long Island Pine Barrens region provides a habitat for a large number of rare and endangered species, but faces challenges associated with protection of a natural ecosystem that lies in close proximity to an economically vibrant urban area that exerts intense development pressure. In this course we will consider the interaction of the ecological, developmental and economic factors that impact the Pine Barrens and the effectiveness of decision support systems in promoting sustainability of the Pine Barrens.

GLI 102: Academy of Civic Life

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: permission of instructor

SBC: USA

Explores foundational texts related to civics and democracy. Students will read modern and classical texts exploring Citizenship, Labor, Representation, Justice, and Activism. Through classroom debates and writing assignments, students will examine how these historical texts and foundational ideas impact current events and their personal communities. To supplement the readings, students will also be exposed to a range of relevant media including art, film, journalism, and new media.

HAL 515: Foundtns of Athletic Training

Graduate 4 credits

Prerequisite: Admission to the Graduate Athletic Training Program (HALMS)

Introduces the student to athletic training and the role of the athletic trainer. Topics include the historical development of the profession, concept of the sports medicine team, and injury documentation. Emphasizes strategies for injury prevention, assessment, and treatment. Focuses instruction on the recognition and management of medical emergencies, training and conditioning techniques, and the fabrication and application of taping, wrapping, supportive, and protective devices.

HAL 520: Principles of Physical Agents

Graduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: Admission to the Graduate Athletic Training Program (HALMS)

Introduces the use of therapeutic interventions to manage a variety of musculoskeletal conditions. Emphasizes an evidence-based practice approach to making sound clinical decisions for the use of therapeutic modalities. Topics include tissue response to injury, pain physiology, psychological response to injury, and therapeutic interventions for inflammatory and non-inflammatory conditions.

HAL 535: Clin Diagnosis & Treatment I

Graduate 5 credits

Prerequisite: Admission to the Graduate Athletic Training Program (HALMS)

Focuses on the principles of clinical diagnosis and treatment of orthopedic injuries to the lower extremity. Emphasizes the components of the comprehensive orthopedic clinical evaluation and diagnosis including history, inspection, palpation, functional testing, special evaluation techniques, and the establishment and implementation of therapeutic interventions.

HAL 550: Advncd Therapeutic Intrventns

Graduate 5 credits

Prerequisite: Admission to the Graduate Athletic Training Program (HALMS)

Progression of previously learned therapeutic interventions. Emphasizes the use of therapeutic exercise and manual therapy techniques in order to rehabilitate patients from both surgical and non-surgical orthopedic conditions. Prerequisite: Year 1 Spring Courses

HAL 570: Research Mthds Athletic Trng

Graduate 2 credits

Prerequisite: Admission to the Graduate Athletic Training Program (HALMS)

Introduces the student to research in athletic training. Includes the research process, read, examine, and comprehend peer reviewed journal articles. Students will begin assembling a research project on a topic related to athletic training through the development of a research question and the composition of a literature review and methodology based on their proposed topic. The culmination of this course will result in submission of an application to the IRB. Prerequisite: Year 1 Spring Courses

HEA 540: Critical Issues in Higher Ed

Graduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: matriculation in Higher Education Administration programs

In this advanced seminar students address critical questions pertaining to US higher education. The topics selected represent themes that continue to elude resolution, but nonetheless generate thoughtful and often heated discussion, argument and debate. A list of subjects to be covered includes, but is not limited to: Affirmative Action, the Rising Cost of College Tuition, Collective Bargaining & Tenure, Distance Education, MOOC's, Collegiate Sports, Non-Traditional Students, and Campus Safety. This is a special topics course. Students may repeat the course 2 times for a maximum of 6 credits. Formerly CEK 540.

IAP 390: Rethinking America

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: Participation in the Junior Year Abroad program

Overview of contemporary American society and events important to American history. Readings and discussions consider how society and culture shape contemporary life in America. Present-day issues and perspectives will be examined through readings, multimedia, and communicative activities. International students who participate in their university's Junior Year abroad program hosted and administered by IAP may take this course.

IEC 102: INTENS EGL LO-INTER

Undergraduate 0-15 credits

IEC 103: Intensive Intermediate EGL

Undergraduate 0-15 credits

IEC 104: Intensive High Intermed EGL

Undergraduate 0-15 credits

MAR 531: Long Island Marine Habitats

Graduate 3 credits

Focusing on six representative marine environments around Long Island, this course emphasizes the natural history of local marine communities, as well as quantitative ecology, hypothesis testing, and scientific writing. Students visit the sites, measure environmental parameters, and identify the distribution and abundance of common plants and animals. Using qualitative and quantitative methods in the field and laboratory, the class determines major factors that control the community structure in each habitat. This course has an associated fee. Please see www.stonybrook.edu/coursefees for more information. Summer, 3 credits, ABCF grading

MAT 118: Mathematical Thinking

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: C or better in MAP 103 or level 2+ or higher on the mathematics placement examination (Prerequisite must be met within one year of beginning this course.)

DEC: C SBC: QPS

Development of quantitative thinking and problem solving abilities through a selection of mathematical topics: logic and reasoning; numbers, functions, and modeling; combinatorics and probability; growth and change. Other topics may include geometry, statistics, game theory, and graph theory. Through their engagement in problem solving, students develop an appreciation of the intellectual scope of mathematics and its connections with other disciplines.

MAT 122: Overview of Calculus with Appl

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: C or better in MAP 103 or level 3 on the mathematics placement exam (Prerequisite must be met within one year prior to beginning the course.)

DEC: C SBC: QPS

The basics of calculus in a self-contained, one-semester course. Properties and applications of polynomial, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Derivatives: slopes, rates of change, optimization, integrals, area, cumulative change, and average. The fundamental theorem of calculus. Emphasis on modeling examples from economics. Students who subsequently wish to enroll in MAT 125 or 131 will be required to score level 4 on the mathematics placement examination before taking either course. This course has been designated as a High Demand/Controlled Access (HD/CA) course. Students registering for HD/CA courses for the first time will have priority to do so.

MAT 125: Calculus A

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: C or higher in MAT 123; or level 4 on the mathematics placement examination; or coreq uisite MAT 130

DEC: C SBC: QPS

Differential calculus, emphasizing conceptual understanding, computations and applications, for students who have the necessary background from 12th-year high school mathematics. Limits and continuous functions. Differentiation of elementary algebraic, trigonometric, exponential and logarithmic functions; graphing; modeling; and maximization. L'Hospital's rule. May not be taken for credit in addition to MAT 131 or 141 or AMS 151. This course has been designated as a High Demand/Controlled Access (HD/CA) course. Students registering for HD/CA courses for the first time will have priority to do so.

MAT 126: Calculus B

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: C or higher in MAT 125 or 131 or 141 or AMS 151 or level 6 on the mathematics placemen t examination

DEC: C SBC: QPS

A continuation of MAT 125, covering integral calculus: Riemann sums, the fundamental theorem, symbolic and numeric methods of integration, area under a curve, volume, applications such as work and probability, improper integrals. This course has been designated as a High Demand/Controlled Access (HD/CA) course. Students registering for HD/CA courses for the first time will have priority to do so.

MAT 127: Calculus C

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: C or higher in MAT 126 or level 8 on the mathematics placement examination

DEC: C SBC: QPS

A continuation of MAT 126, covering: sequences, series, Taylor series, differential equations and modeling. May not be taken for credit in addition to MAT 132, MAT 142, MAT 171, or AMS 161. This course has been designated as a High Demand/Controlled Access (HD/CA) course. Students registering for HD/CA courses for the first time will have priority to do so.

MAT 131: Calculus I

Undergraduate 4 credits

Prerequisite: B or higher in MAT 123 or level 5 on the mathematics placement examination

DEC: C SBC: QPS

The differential calculus and integral calculus, emphasizing conceptual understanding, computations and applications, for students who have the necessary background from 12th-year high school mathematics. Differentiation of elementary algebraic; trigonometric, exponential, and logarithmic functions; graphing; modelling and maximization; L'Hospital's rule; the Riemann integral; and the Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. May not be taken for credit in addition to MAT 125 or 141 or AMS 151. This course has been designated as a High Demand/Controlled Access (HD/CA) course. Students registering for HD/CA courses for the first time will have priority to do so.

MAT 132: Calculus II

Undergraduate 4 credits

Prerequisite: C or higher in AMS 151 or MAT 131 or 141, or level 7 on the mathematics placement exam ination

DEC: C SBC: QPS

A continuation of MAT 131, covering symbolic and numeric methods of integration; area under a curve; volume; applications such as work and probability; sequences; series; Taylor series; differential equations; and modelling. May not be taken for credit in addition to MAT 127, MAT 142, MAT 171, or AMS 161. This course has been designated as a High Demand/Controlled Access (HD/CA) course. Students registering for HD/CA courses for the first time will have priority to do so.

MAT 200: Logic, Language and Proof

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: Level 4 on the mathematics placement examination or equivalent course or permission of the instructor

SBC: STEM+

A basic course in the logic of mathematics, the construction of proofs and the writing of proofs. The mathematical content is primarily logic and proofs, set theory, combinatorics, functions and relations. There is considerable focus on writing. May not be taken for credit in addition to MAT 250.

MAT 203: Calculus III with Applications

Undergraduate 4 credits

Prerequisite: C or higher in MAT 127 or 132 or 142 or AMS 161 or level 9 on the mathematics placemen t examination

SBC: STEM+

Vector algebra in two and three dimensions, multivariate differential and integral calculus, optimization, vector calculus including the theorems of Green, Gauss, and Stokes. Applications to economics, engineering, and all sciences, with emphasis on numerical and graphical solutions; use of graphing calculators or computers. May not be taken for credit in addition to AMS 261.

MAT 303: Calculus IV with Applications

Undergraduate 4 credits

Prerequisite: C or higher in MAT 127 or 132 or 142 or AMS 161 or level 9 on the mathematics placemen t examination

SBC: STEM+

Homogeneous and inhomogeneous linear differential equations; systems of linear differential equations; series solutions; Laplace transforms; Fourier series. Applications to economics, engineering, and all sciences with emphasis on numerical and graphical solutions; use of computers. May not be taken for credit in addition to AMS 361 or MAT 308.

MAT 312: Applied Algebra

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: C or higher in AMS 210 or MAT 211 or MAT 220 Advisory Prerequiste: MAT 200 or CSE 215 or CSE 150 or equivalent

Topics in algebra: groups, informal set theory, relations, homomorphisms. Applications: error correcting codes, Burnside's theorem, computational complexity, Chinese remainder theorem. This course is offered as both AMS 351 and MAT 312.

MAT 341: Applied Real Analysis

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisites: C or higher in the following: MAT 203 or 220 or 307 or AMS 261; MAT 303 or 305 or 308 or AMS 361 Advisory Prerequisite: MAT 200 or MAT 250

Partial differential equations of mathematical physics: the heat, wave, and Laplace equations. Solutions by techniques such as separation of variables using orthogonal functions (e.g., Fourier series, Bessel functions, Legendre polynomials). D'Alembert solution of the wave equation.

MAT 342: Applied Complex Analysis

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: C or higher in the following: MAT 203 or MAT 220 or MAT 307 or AMS 261 Advisory Prerequisite: MAT 200 or MAT 250

Complex numbers, analytic functions, the Cauchy-Riemann and Laplace equations, the Cauchy integral formula and applications. Fundamental Theorem of Algebra and the Maximum Principle. The Cauchy residue theorem and applications to evaluating real integrals. Conformal mappings.

MAT 514: Analysis for Teachers II

Graduate 3 credits

Topics in calculus, its foundations, and its applications. Emphasis is on integration and on numerical techniques. This course is designed for teachers and prospective teachers of advanced placement calculus. Mathematical topics integrate the study of the historical development of calculus, including contributions from diverse cultures. Analysis for Teachers I is not a prerequisite for this course. Prerequisite: MAT 511 Fall, Spring, or Summer,

MAT 519: Sem in Mathematics Teach/Learn

Graduate 3 credits

Seminar format. This course involves deliberative group inquiry - through reading, writing and intensive discussion - into mathematics teaching, learning and mathematics education research; analysis and design of cognitively demanding mathematical tasks; and analysis of students' mathematical thinking, written responses, and common misconceptions in the mathematics classroom. Each student completes an action research project focused on a topic selected with guidance from the instructor. Offered alternate years, 3 credits, ABCF grading

MEC 225: Fund of Machining Practices

Undergraduate 1 credit

Pre- or Co-requisite: MEC 203 Prerequisite: MEC major or permission of instructor

Hands-on experience in the fundamentals of machining including metrology tools and devices, saw, sheet metal working, drilling, reaming, taping, turning, boring, milling, and welding. Not for credit in addition to MEC 226. This course has an associated fee. Please see www.stonybrook.edu/coursefees for more information.

NEU 501: Intro to Neuro Research

Graduate 3 credits

A series of talks, discussions, and practical exercises to address topics related to research in neurobiology including laboratory etiquette, the laboratory notebook, experimental design and basic experimental techniques used in neuroscience research including electrophysiology, behavioral testing, molecular and cellular techniques, imaging and computational approaches. Prerequisites: Matriculation in MS program or permission of instructor Summer 3 credits, Letter graded (A, A-, B+, etc.)

NEU 534: Principles of Neurobiology

Graduate 3 credits

Neuroscience investigates how the brain functions. This course begins with a review of cellular and molecular mechanisms of brain function, considers brain systems for motor control and sensory processing, and then finishes with a description of the cellular and molecular underpinnings of higher brain functions such as learning, emotion, and cognition. Semester Offered: Summer

PHY 126: Classical Physics B

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: C or higher: PHY 125 or 131 or 141 Pre- or Corequisite: MAT 126, 132, 142, 171 or AMS 161 or Math Placement level 7 or higher

DEC: E SBC: SNW

Second or third of a three-part sequence for physical-sciences or engineering majors. It focuses on the mechanics of rigid bodies, on fluids, waves, thermodynamics, and optics. Three lecture hours and one recitation hour per week. Associated Labs (PHY 133 or PHY 134) are offered separately. Not for credit in addition to PHY 132, or PHY 142. This course has been designated as a High Demand/Controlled Access (HD/CA) course. Students registering for HD/CA courses for the first time will have priority to do so.

PHY 127: Classical Physics C

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: C or higher: PHY 125 or 131 or 141 Pre- or Corequisite: MAT 126, 132, 142, 171 or AMS 161 or Math Placement level 7 or higher

DEC: E SBC: SNW

Second or third of a three-part sequence for physical-sciences or engineering majors. It focuses on electromagnetism using the concepts of vector fields and scalar potentials, and on DC and AC electric circuits. Calculus is used concurrently with its development in MAT 126. Three lecture hours and one recitation hour per week. Associated Labs (PHY 133 or PHY 134) are offered separately. Not for credit in addition to PHY 122, PHY 132, or PHY 142. This course has been designated as a High Demand/Controlled Access (HD/CA) course. Students registering for HD/CA courses for the first time will have priority to do so.

PHY 251: Modern Physics

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: PHY 122/124, or PHY 126 and 127, or PHY 132 or PHY 142; and PHY 134; C or higher in MA T 126 or 132 or 142 or 171 or AMS 161 Pre- or Corequisite: MAT 203 or MAT 205 or AMS 261 or MAT 307

SBC: STEM+

A survey of the major physics theories of the 20th century (relativity and quantum mechanics) and their impact on most areas of physics. It introduces the special theory of relativity, the concepts of quantum and wave-particle duality, Schroedinger's wave equation, and other fundamentals of quantum theory as they apply to nuclei, atoms, molecules, and solids. It is recommended that students take the laboratory component, PHY 252, concurrently. Three hours lecture and one hour recitation per week.

PSY 103: Introduction to Psychology

Undergraduate 3 credits

DEC: F SBC: CER; SBS

An introduction to research and theory in psychology in such areas as learning, perception, cognition, biopsychology, development, personality, and abnormal and social psychology. As part of the course, students must participate in experiments and/or a library research project.

PSY 349: Topics in Social Psychology

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: PSY 220 or PSY 230 or PSY 240

May be repeated as the topic changes.

PSY 501: Analy of Vari and Exper Design

Graduate 3 credits

Co-Requisite: PSY 508 and student enrolled in PSY program.

The design and analysis of factorial experiments having a single dependent variable. Topics include between- and within-subjects designs, mixed-factor designs, interactions, trend analysis, and planned comparisons. Emphasis on applications in psychological research. Required of all Ph.D. students in psychology. Prerequisite: Undergraduate statistics, Co-requisite: PSY 508 Fall, 3 credits, ABCDF grading

PSY 508: Intro to Computer Applications

Graduate 0-1 credits

Corequisite:PSY 501 or 502

Computer protocol and introduction to statistical packages and necessary utility programs. Fall and Spring Prerequisite: Corequisite: PSY 501 or 502

PSY 610: Seminars in Selected Topics

Graduate 0-3 credits

Topics selected on the basis of the needs of the graduate program and research interests of the staff. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor Fall, 0-3 credits, ABCF grading, may be repeated for credit

SLN 111: Elem American Sign Language I

Undergraduate 3 credits

An introduction to American Sign Language, the visual-gestural language of the deaf. It incorporates nonverbal communication techniques, basic vocabulary, basic grammar principles, and basic conversational skills. This course is designed for students who have no prior knowledge of the language. A student who has acquired an equivalent proficiency may not take SLN 111 without written permission from the supervisor of the course.

SLN 112: Elem American Sign Language II

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: SLN 111

DEC: S3 SBC: LANG

An introduction to American Sign Language, the visual-gestural language of the deaf. It incorporates nonverbal communication techniques, basic vocabulary, basic grammar principles, and basic conversational skills.

SOC 105: Introduction to Sociology

Undergraduate 3 credits

DEC: F SBC: SBS

A general introduction to the science of sociology, emphasizing sociological theory and methods. Students are taught what is unique about the way in which sociologists analyze human behavior and society. Differences between the sociological perspective and perspectives of other social sciences are emphasized. There is also a heavy emphasis on the types of methods and data that sociologists use to test the validity of their ideas.

SOC 201: Research Methods in Sociology

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: SOC 105

SBC: ESI

Methods of collecting and analyzing empirical data to test sociological hypotheses. Emphasis is on multivariate analysis of tabular and statistical data.

SSP 101: Introduction to Stony Brook

Undergraduate 1 credit

Prerequisite: Admission to the Simons STEM Program; first-semester freshman

This course is designed to enhance your first-year experience at Stony Brook University. You will be provided with a supportive and structured environment to assist you in making your transition from high school to college through academic advice, learning about campus resources, group discussion, and collaborative teaching. You will be encouraged to use critical thinking skills to set goals and make responsible decisions regarding academics, major and career planning, and social relationships. Core topics include student success, diversity and inclusion, health and wellness. A special emphasis on the practice of mindfulness will also be explored to support student success and academic wellness.

WRT 101: Introductory Writing Workshop

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: see course description or http://sb.cc.stonybrook.edu/bulletin/current/policiesandregu lations/admissions/placementtests.php

DEC: A1

An introduction to the foundations of writing, offering students a variety of rhetorical strategies and helping them develop creative and critical thinking, fluency, and correctness. Coursework creates ample opportunities for significant practice in reading, writing, and critical analysis. Emphasis on writing as a revision-based process. WRT 101 prepares students for WRT 102 and postsecondary academic writing. Prerequisite: a grade of C or better in WAE 194 or Writing Placement score of 3. This course may be repeated until a satisfactory grade is achieved.

WRT 102: Intermediate Writing Workshop

Undergraduate 3 credits

Prerequisite: see course description or http://sb.cc.stonybrook.edu/bulletin/current/policiesandregu lations/admissions/placementtests.php

DEC: A2 SBC: WRT

A study of strategies for extended academic writing assignments including critical analysis, argument or point of view, and multi-source, college-level research essays. Students continue to develop rhetorical awareness, analytical proficiency, and academic research skills. At the end of the course students create a multimodal ePortfolio of final revised essays to be evaluated by their instructor and at least one outside reader. Prerequisite: WRT 101; 3 or higher on AP English Language/Composition exam or AP English Literature/Composition exam; 580 or higher on the Evidence-Based Reading and Writing SAT or 1050 or higher on the combined Critical Reading and Writing SAT (last administered Jan 2016); 23 or higher on the English Language Arts ACT or 24 or higher on the combined English and Writing ACT (last administered June 2015); Writing Placement score of 4; C or higher in an approved transfer course equivalent to WRT 101. This course may be repeated until a satisfactory grade is achieved.