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Graduate Academic Board Agenda January 25, 2008 9:30 – 11:30 am ADM 204 I. Roll Call ( ) Genie Babb, Chair ( ) Minnie Yen ( ) Terri Olson ( ) Paula Williams ( ) Alpana Desai ( ) Debra Russ ( ) Judith Moore ( ) Patricia Sandberg ( ) Jens Munk ( ) Carlos Alsua ( ) Tracey Burke ( ) Peter Olsson ( ) Arlene Schmuland II. Approval of Agenda (pg. 1) III. Approval of Meeting Summary – December 14, 2007 (pg. 2) IV. Administrative Reports A. Vice Provost Tom Miller B. Vice Provost for Research and Graduate Studies Douglas Causey V. Chair’s Report A. GAB Chair – Genie Babb B. Faculty Alliance - Genie Babb VI. Program/Course Action Request - Second Reading VII. Program/Course Action Request - First Reading Add CE A601 Decentralized Wastewater Systems (3 cr) (3+0) (pg. 3-13) Chg NS A601 Advanced Pathophysiology (3 cr) (3+0) (pg. 14-22) Chg NS A620 Nursing Research Methods (3 cr) (3+0) (pg. 23-31) Chg NS A625L Biostatistics for Health Professionals Labs (1 cr) (0+3) Cross listed w/ HS A625L (pg. 32-39) Chg HS A625L Biostatistics for Health Professionals Labs (1 cr) (0+3) Cross listed w/ NS A625L (pg. 40) Chg CS A670 Computer Science for Software Engineers (3 cr) (3+0) (pg. 41-45) Chg CS A690 Advanced Topics in Computer Science (1-3 cr) (1+0-3+0) (pg. 46-51) VIII. Old Business IX. New Business A. Streamlining Curriculum Process X. Informational Items and Adjournment A. Curriculum Log available on governance web site. B. Purge List (pg. 52-55) 1

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Graduate Academic Board Agenda

January 25, 2008 9:30 – 11:30 am

ADM 204

I. Roll Call ( ) Genie Babb, Chair ( ) Minnie Yen ( ) Terri Olson ( ) Paula Williams ( ) Alpana Desai ( ) Debra Russ ( ) Judith Moore ( ) Patricia Sandberg ( ) Jens Munk ( ) Carlos Alsua ( ) Tracey Burke ( ) Peter Olsson ( ) Arlene Schmuland

II. Approval of Agenda (pg. 1)

III. Approval of Meeting Summary – December 14, 2007 (pg. 2)

IV. Administrative Reports A. Vice Provost Tom Miller B. Vice Provost for Research and Graduate Studies Douglas Causey

V. Chair’s Report

A. GAB Chair – Genie Babb B. Faculty Alliance - Genie Babb

VI. Program/Course Action Request - Second Reading VII. Program/Course Action Request - First Reading

Add CE A601 Decentralized Wastewater Systems (3 cr) (3+0) (pg. 3-13) Chg NS A601 Advanced Pathophysiology (3 cr) (3+0) (pg. 14-22) Chg NS A620 Nursing Research Methods (3 cr) (3+0) (pg. 23-31) Chg NS A625L Biostatistics for Health Professionals Labs (1 cr) (0+3)

Cross listed w/ HS A625L (pg. 32-39) Chg HS A625L Biostatistics for Health Professionals Labs (1 cr) (0+3)

Cross listed w/ NS A625L (pg. 40) Chg CS A670 Computer Science for Software Engineers (3 cr) (3+0) (pg. 41-45) Chg CS A690 Advanced Topics in Computer Science (1-3 cr) (1+0-3+0) (pg. 46-51)

VIII. Old Business

IX. New Business A. Streamlining Curriculum Process X. Informational Items and Adjournment A. Curriculum Log available on governance web site. B. Purge List (pg. 52-55)

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Graduate Academic Board Summary

December 14, 2007 9:30 – 11:30 am

ADM 204

I. Roll Call (x) Genie Babb, Chair ( ) Minnie Yen ( ) Terri Olson (X) Paula Williams (e) Alpana Desai (X) Debra Russ (X) Judith Moore (X) Patricia Sandberg (X) Jens Munk ( ) Carlos Alsua (X) Tracey Burke (X) Peter Olsson (X) Arlene Schmuland

II. Approval of Agenda (pg. 1) Approved

III. Approval of Meeting Summary – November 30, 2007 (pg. 2-3) Doug Causey- meeting bi-weekly Approved w/ change

IV. Administrative Reports

A. Vice Provost Tom Miller Unable to attend B. Vice Provost for Research and Graduate Studies Douglas Causey

Douglas Causey unable to attend, Elisa Mattison gave report GSAT discussing structure and format of Graduate School Working on budget for this year and next year Looking at carving up indirect cost Next meeting will be in January

V. Chair’s Report

A. GAB Chair – Genie Babb B. Faculty Alliance - Genie Babb

Meets today in an hour VI. Program/Course Action Request - Second Reading

Chg CTE A611 Historical and Philosophical Foundations of Career and Technical

Education (3 cr) (3+0) (stacked w/ CTE A411) (pg. 4-16) Chg CTE A690 Selected Topics in Career and Technical Education

(1-6 cr) (1-6+0) (stacked w/ CTE A490) (pg. 17-38) Approved for second reading w/ changes VII. Program/Course Action Request - First Reading

VIII. Old Business

IX. New Business X. Informational Items and Adjournment A. Curriculum Log available on governance web site.

Meeting adjourned @ 10:03 a.m.

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Approved Disapproved: Initiator (faculty only) Date Dean/Director of School/College Date Approved Approved Disapproved: Disapproved: Department Chairperson Date Undergraduate or Graduate Date

Academic Board Chairperson

Approved Approved Disapproved: Disapproved: Curriculum Committee Chairperson Date Provost or Designee Date

1a. School or College SOENGR

1b. Division

1c. Department CE

2. Course Prefix CE

3. Course Number A601

4. Previous Course Prefix & Number EQE A694H

5a. Credits/CEU

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5b. Contact Hours (Lecture + Lab) (3+0)

6. Complete Course/Program Title Decentralized Wastewater Systems Decentralized Wastewater Systm Abbreviated Title for Transcript (30 character)

7. Type of Course Academic Non-credit CEU Professional Development

9. Repeat Status No Limit Max Credits 10. Grading Basis A-F P/NP NG

11. Implementation Date semester/year From: Spring/08 To: /9999

8. Type of Action Course Program

Add Prefix Course Number Change Credits Contact Hours

(mark appropriate boxes) Title Repeat Status Delete Grading Basis Cross-Listed/Stacked

Course Description Course Prerequisites Test Score Prerequisites Corequisites Other Restrictions Registration Restrictions Class Level College Major Other

12. Cross Listed with Stacked with Cross-Listed Coordination Signature

13. Coordinate with Affected Units: UAA Listserve. Department, School, or College Initiator Signature Date 14. List any programs or college requirements that require this course Master of Science in Civil Engineering elective 15. General Education Requirement Oral Communication Written Communication Quantitative Skills Humanities Fine Arts Social Sciences Natural Sciences

16. Course Description Covers wastewater treatment design, analysis and application of small wastewater treatment systems for decentralized communities, including analysis of underlying biological, chemical and physical principles related to rural wastewater treatment processes. Topics include design of facilities, evaluation of operating limitations and combinations of conventional and innovative solutions to wastewater treatment problems. 17a. Course Prerequisite(s) (list prefix and number) N/A

17b. Test Score(s)

17c. Corequisite(s) (concurrent enrollment required)

17d. Other Restriction(s)

College Major Class Level

17e. Registration Restriction(s) (non-codable) Graduate standing in MCE, MSCE or AEST programs or instructor permission.

18. Mark if course has fees $25 lab fee

19. Justification for Action Elective course for the Master of Science in Civil Engineering. Provides an application-oriented Civil Engineering elective course for advanced students.

Curriculum Action Request University of Alaska Anchorage

Proposal to Initiate, Add, Change, or Delete a Course or Program of Study

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UNIVERSITY OF ALASKA ANCHORAGE SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING

COURSE CONTENT GUIDE

Date: 10/4/07

Department: Civil Engineering Course Prefix, Number, and Title: Decentralized Wastewater Systems CE A601 Decentralized Wastewater Systm I. Course Description Covers wastewater treatment design, analysis and application of small wastewater treatment systems for decentralized communities, including analysis of underlying biological, chemical and physical principles related to rural wastewater treatment processes. Topics include design of facilities, evaluation of operating limitations and combinations of conventional and innovative solutions to wastewater treatment problems. II. Course Design

A. Designed for individuals majoring in the Master of Science in Civil Engineering degree.

B. Three (3) credit course (3 lectures + 0 laboratory) C. Total time of student participation: 135 hours

1) Lecture: 45 hours 2) Lab: 3) Outside: 90 hours

D. Elective course for the Master of Science in Civil Engineering degree. E. Fees: $25 F. Grading Basis: A - F G. This course may be offered in the regular semester timeframe or in a

format not to exceed more than 1 credit per week. H. This course has been offered three times under a temporary number (EQE A694H) I. Coordinated with: UAA list serve.

III. Course Prerequisites Graduate standing in MCE, MSCE or AEST programs or instructor permission. IV. Guidelines for Evaluation Methods of evaluation may include but are not limited to:

• Assignments • Exams • Term project report and presentation

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V. Course Outline

1. Introduction to process analysis 2. Wastewater Pretreatment 3. Alternative Wastewater Collection Systems 4. Biological Treatment of Wastewater 5. Lagoon Treatment Systems 6. Wetlands Treatment Systems 7. Land Treatment Systems 8. Intermittent Recirculating Packed Bed FIlters 9. Effluent Reuse 10. Effluent Disposal for Decentralized Wastewater Systems 11. Biosolids and Septage Management

VI. Instructional Goals and Student Outcomes

A. Instructional Goals

1. Present the complexity of the challenges faced at high latitudes by wastewater design engineers and the communities that hire them to solve local wastewater problems

2. Achievement of an understanding in depth of the various unique constraints which exist in selecting, development and implementation of solutions to high latitude wastewater treatment and disposal in small remote communities

3. Instill an appreciation of the variety of potential alternatives, both conventional and innovative, which are available for application in small communities

4. Development of specific skills which are directly applicable to practical design problems faced by practitioners in small remote, high latitude communities in Alaska and elsewhere.

B. Student Outcomes

Upon completion of this course, students should be able to: 1. Identify specific unit processes and operations designs, and apply them in

combination addressing small community wastewater management issues. 2. Identify the unique constraints which limit the application of small and

decentralized wastewater management systems at high latitudes 3. Combine conventional and innovative technologies and practices in

applying practical wastewater design solutions within small and decentralized communities

4. Prepare a complete system design for a small community wastewater management system

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VII. Suggested Texts

1. Crites, R. and G. Tchobanoglous. 1998. “Small and Decentralized Wastewater Management Systems”. McGraw-Hill, Inc., New York. 1,084 pp

Bibliography 1. Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation (1998). Closed Haul System, Memo describing three different closed haul systems, Alaska Department of Environmental Conservation, Village Safe Water Section. 2. American Society of Civil Engineers (1996), Cold Regions Utilities Monograph, Third Edition, American Society of Civil Engineers and the Canadian Society for Civil Engineering. 3. Biological Mediation Systems (1995), Devap 2000 System. Various advertisements on the BMS dehydrating/composting toilet. Biological Mediation Systems, Inc. Fort Collins, Co. 4. Biosun Systems Inc. (1997), Various advertisements on the Biosun Dehydrating /Composting toilet. Biosun Systems, Inc. Millerton, PA. 5. Colt, Steve (1994). Operation and Maintenance Issues in Rural Alaska Sanitation. Institute of Social and Economic Research, University of Alaska Anchorage. 6. Cook, Briar (1993). In-Depth Design and Maintenance Manual for Vault Toilets. US Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, Technology and Development Center, San Dimas, CA. Report 9123 1601, April 1991. 7. Crites, Ronald W., Tchobanoglous, George (1998). Small and Decentralized Wastewater Management Systems, McGraw Hill Publishing. 8. Dalton, Robin (1997). Water Supply and Wastewater Disposal Alternatives for Rural Alaskan Communities. Office of Environmental Health and Engineering, Alaska Area Native Health Service, U.S. Public Health Service. 9. Enferaldi, K.M., Cooper, R.C., Gorenson, S.C., Olivieri, A.W., Poorbaugh, J.H., Walker, M.R. (1986). Field Investigation of Biological Toilet Systems and Grey Water Treatment. California Department of Health Services, Berkley. Prepared for the Environmental Protection Agency.

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10. Environmental Protection Agency (1989), Control of pathogens in municipal wastewater sludge. Environmental Regulations and Technology, Rep. No. EPA/625/10-89/006, Center for Envir. Res. Info., Cincinnati, Ohio. 11. Griffith, Bill (1997), O&M Evaluation of the Incinolet Toilet Installation at the Northway Tribal Office and Community Building, Tanana Chiefs Conference, Inc., Office of Environmental Health. April 1997. 12. Jensen, Michael E. (1984). Remote Area Toilet Facilities Experiences and Observations 1983 and 1984; National Park Service RAMWAD (Remote Area Management, Waste Disposal) Project. Report prepared for the National Park Service, Office of Maintenance and Communications Engineering. December 1984. 13. Johnson, Marc S. (1989). Recommendations for Improvement and Alternatives to the Honey Bucket Haul Systems for Alaskan Villages. Thesis presented to the faculty of the School of Engineering, University of Alaska Anchorage. December 1989. 14. Kroschel, M. L. (1981). Solar Energy Utilization in Composting Toilets, The Farallones Institute Rural Center, Occidental CA. Prepared for the Small Scale Appropriate Energy and Technology Grants Program. February 1981. 15. Land, Brenda (1995). Composting Toilets Systems, Planning, Design and Maintenance. US Department of Agriculture, Forest Service, Technology and Development Center, San Dimas, CA. July 1995. 16. Lindeburg, Michael R. (1992). Civil Engineering Reference Manual, Sixth Edition. Professional Publications. 17. Martel, C. James (1989a). Development and Design of Sludge Freezing Beds, Journal

of Environmental Engineering, 115, 4, 799-808. 18. Martel, C. James (1989b). Dewaterability of freeze-thaw conditioned sludges, J.

Water Pollut. Control Fed., 61, 237, 237-241. 19. Martel, C. James (1987). Evaluation of the Shasta waterless system as a remote site sanitation facility. US Army Corps of Engineers, Cold Regions Research and Engineering Lab, Special Report 87-16, August 1987. 20. MacMillan, Tim (1998). Evaluation and selection of low-cost sanitation systems. University of Alaska Anchorage Master of Science Non-Thesis Project. 49p.

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21. Office of Technology Assessment (1994). An Alaskan Challenge: Native Village Sanitation. Prepared for the Congress of the United States, May 1994. 22. Olofsson, John A.(1995). Applicability of Composting Toilets to rural Alaskan Villages: Interim Final Report. Prepared for the Alaska Science and Technology Foundation, Grant Award #092-02-083, July 31, 1995. 23. Olofsson, John A. and Iwamoto, Larry A. (1994). Selection of Sanitation Alternatives: A Strategy For Remote Alaskan Communities. Proceeding, 7th International Cold Regions Engineering Specialty Conference, March 7-9, 1994, Edmonton, Alberta. 24. Olofsson, John A. and Iwamoto, Larry A. (1992). Sanitation Task Force Research and Development Sub-Committee Final Report. Civil/Environmental Engineering Department, School of Engineering, University of Alaska Anchorage, July 15, 1992. 25. Research Product. Incinolet, That Electric Toilet, Sales information brochure on the Incinolet Electric Toilet. Dallas, TX. 26. Romtec , Inc (1996), Trailside Composter, Various advertisements on the Romtec composting toilet. Romtec, Inc., Roseburg, OR. 27. Rice, Eb (1996). Building in the North. Prepared for the Alaska Science and Technology Foundation, Anchorage, Alaska. 28. Ritz, Paul (1996), Life Cycle Cost Analysis of a Storburn Propane Toilet. Thesis presented to the faculty of the School of Engineering, University of Alaska Anchorage. February 1996. 29. Safton, Sandie-Lea (1993). Human Internal Parasites in Composting Toilet Systems. Dissertation submitted to Charles Sturt University for the Degree of Masters of Applied Science (Medical Laboratory Science). December 1993. 30. Sanin, F.D., Vesilind, P.A., Martel, C.J. (1994) Pathogen Reduction Capabilities of Freeze/Thaw Sludge Conditioning, Wat. Res., 28, 11, 2393-2398. 31. Steelfab (1998), Alaskapak, Extended Aeration Packaged Sewer Treatment Plant. Steelfab, Anchorage, Alaska. 32. Sun-Mar Corp. (1997), Various advertisements on the Sun-Mar composting toilet. Sun-Mar Corp., Burlington, Ontario, Canada.

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33. Tatum, Nathan C. (1998). An Applied Algorithm For Planning Sanitation Facilities In Rural Alaska. University of Alaska Anchorage Master of Science Thesis Project. 34. Tchobanoglous, George, Burton F.L. (1991), Wastewater Engineering, Treatment, Disposal, and Reuse, Third Edition. Irwin McGraw Hill Publishing. 35. Tchobanoglous, George, Schroeder, Edward D. (1987). Water Quality. Addison Weslie Publishing. 36. U.S. Public Health Service (1998). Personal Communications with Dan Schubert, Chief of Design Branch, Office of Environmental Health & Engineering, Alaska Area Native Health Service, U.S. Public Health Service. 37. U.S. Public Health Service (1996). Utilities Master Plan City of Koyukuk, Alaska. U.S Office of Environmental Health and Engineering, Alaska Area Native Health Service, U.S. Public Health Service. 38. Viessman Warren, Hammer, Mark J. (1993). Water Supply and Pollution Control, Fifth Edition. Harper Collins Publishing

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Approved

Disapproved Department Chair Date Approved Disapproved Dean/Director of School/College Date Approved Disapproved Provost Date

Fee Request Form 1. School/College SOENGR 2. Course Prefix and Number CE A601 3. Title Decentralized Wastewater Management Systems 4. Lab Fee Account Number: Org Obj Fund 5. Type of Action: Add Deletion Change ( Increase or Decrease) 6. Fee Amount: $ 25 If a Change, please indicate the current approved lab fee $ 7. Anticipated Student enrollment per class section: 20 8. Projected costs of material per class section: $ (Provide details under #10 Justification for lab fee) 9. Implementation Date SPRING 2008 10. Justification for fee (include materials/supplies used and the cost per item).

Regular School of Engineering computer lab use fee

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Library Resource Form Excerpts from the Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges Accreditation Handbook 1999 Edition Standard Five - Library And Information Resources Standard 5.A - Purpose and Scope The primary purpose for library and information resources is to support teaching, learning, and, if applicable, research in ways consistent with, and supportive of, the institution's mission and goals. Adequate library and information resources and services, at the appropriate level for degrees offered, are available to support the intellectual, cultural, and technical development of students enrolled in courses and programs wherever located and however delivered. Standard Two - Educational Program And Its Effectiveness Standard 2.A. - General Requirements 2.A.8 Faculty, in partnership with library and information resources personnel, ensure that the use of library and information resources is integrated into the learning process. Program/Course Title: CE A601 Decentralized Wastewater Management Systems

1. Please identify the library liaison consulted in preparation of this proposal.

Name: Kate Gordon To see who your library liaison is at: UAA go to: http://www.lib.uaa.alaska.edu/webgroup/liaison.php3 Kenai Peninsula College go to: :http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/kenai/KPC%20Library%20Webpage/frameset.html Kodiak College go to: http://www.koc.alaska.edu/library/default.html Mat-Su College go to: http://www.matsu.alaska.edu/library/library_staff.htm

2. Please list any new library and information recommended to support proposal. 1. None 2. 3.

Initiator signature

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Curriculum Coordination Form

Notification Date: November 27, 2007 Initiating unit: SOENGR Affected unit(s): UAA list serve. Course Prefix and Number: CE A601 Previous Prefix and Number: EQE A694H Complete Course/Program Title:Decentralzed Wastewater Management Systems Previous Course/Program Title: Same Description of Action: Elective course for the M.S. in Civil Engineering degree. Supporting documentation of the proposal is attached. Initiating faculty are also REQUIRED to send an email to [email protected] describing the proposal, including the proposed action and the course prefix, number, course description, prerequisite, and any other relevant information. DO NOT SEND ATTACHMENTS. Any questions concerning the proposed changes may be addressed to the appropriate department chair, or the chair of the appropriate curriculum committee. Written comments may also be sent to the UAB or GAB, in care of the Governance Office, at the following address:

University of Alaska Anchorage Governance Office, ADM 213

3211 Providence Drive Anchorage, AK 99508

If no written comments are received by the UAB or GAB within ten (10) days of notification date shown above, it is assumed that there are no objections to the proposal. Note: Acknowledgement of coordination does not mean approval, it is only meant to verify that coordination has occurred.

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Approved

Disapproved Department Chair Date Approved Disapproved Dean/Director of School/College Date Approved Disapproved Provost Date

Resource Implication Form 1. School/College SOENGR 2. Program/Course Decentralized Wastewater Management Systems 3. Course Prefix CE 4. Course Number A601 5. Implementation Date Spring 2008 6. Type of Action and Category

Course addition Course change Program addition Program change 7. Consequences of Actions and Costs: Check all appropriate categories and provide an explanation of how it will be funded and by whom.

part-time faculty $ new full-time faculty $ . reassignment of full-time faculty $ additional class/lab space $ modification of class/lab space $ additional library resources $ additional computer equipment $ other costs $

8. Explanation: Course to be offered as a permanent course after three successful trial offerings.

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Approved Disapproved: Initiator (faculty only) Date Dean/Director of School/College Date Approved Approved Disapproved: Disapproved: Department Chairperson Date Undergraduate or Graduate Date

Academic Board Chairperson

Approved Approved Disapproved: Disapproved: Curriculum Committee Chairperson Date Provost or Designee Date

1a. School or College HW CHSW

1b. Division ADSN Division of Nursing

1c. Department NUR

2. Course Prefix NS

3. Course Number A601

4. Previous Course Prefix & Number Same

5a. Credits/CEU

3

5b. Contact Hours (Lecture + Lab) (3+0)

6. Complete Course/Program Title Advanced Pathophysiology Abbreviated Title for Transcript (30 character)

7. Type of Course Academic Non-credit CEU Professional Development

9. Repeat Status N/A # of Repeats Max Credits 10. Grading Basis A-F P/NP NG

11. Implementation Date semester/year From: FALL/2008 To: /9999

8. Type of Action Course Program

Add Prefix Course Number Change Credits Contact Hours

(mark appropriate boxes) Title Repeat Status Delete Grading Basis Cross-Listed/Stacked

Course Description Course Prerequisites Test Score Prerequisites Co-requisites Other Restrictions Registration Restrictions Class Level College Major Other CCG Revised

12. Cross Listed with N/A Stacked with N/A Cross-Listed Coordination Signature

13. List any programs or college requirements that require this course Master of Science, Nursing Science/Family Nurse Practitioner, Nursing Education & Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

options 

14. Coordinate with Affected Units: N/A Department, School, or College Initiator Signature Date 15. General Education Requirement Oral Communication Written Communication Quantitative Skills Humanities Fine Arts Social Sciences Natural Sciences Integrative Capstone

16. Course Description Analysis and critical review of disease processes and resulting abnormal functioning across the lifespan. Critical thinking is used to intrepret pathophysiologic changes that result in clinical manifestations indicative of illness. 17a. Course Prerequisite(s) (list prefix and number) N/A

17b. Test Score(s) N/A

17c. Co-requisite(s) (concurrent enrollment required) N/A

17d. Other Restriction(s)

College Major Class Level

17e. Registration Restriction(s) (non-codable) Graduate standing or faculty permission

18. Mark if course has fees $15.00

19. Justification for Action CCG, course description and registration restriction update.

Curriculum Action Request University of Alaska Anchorage

Proposal to Initiate, Add, Change, or Delete a Course or Program of Study

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Course Content Guide School of Nursing

Master of Science Program

I. Date of Initiation: October 29, 2007

II. Course Information

A. College: HW CHSW B. Course Subject: NS C. Course Number: A601 D. Number of Course Credits: 3 (3+0) E. Course Program: Master of Science, Nursing Science F. Course Title: Advanced Pathophysiology G. Grading Basis: A-F H. Implementation Date: Fall 2008 I. Course Description: Analysis and critical review of disease processes and

resulting abnormal functioning across the lifespan. Critical thinking is used to intrepret pathophysiologic changes that result in clinical manifestations indicative of illness.

J. Course Prerequisites: None K. Course Co-requisites: None L. Registration Restrictions: Graduate standing or faculty permission M. Course Fee: $15.00

III. Instructional Goals A. Explore application of pathophysiological concepts across the lifespan to

advanced practice nursing care. B. Demonstrate an evidence-based approach to the understanding of interactions

among human regulatory and compensatory processes of commonly occurring diseases.

C. Illustrate application of the pathophysiologic process to formulating advanced nursing care management plans for common diseases.

IV. Student Outcomes V. Assessment Methods 1. Apply pathophysiological concepts to advanced practice nursing care of individuals across the lifespan.

Clinical case studies Student presentations Quizzes

2. Analyze interactions among human regulatory and compensatory processes and disease processes of commonly occurring diseases using an evidence-based approach.

Clinical case studies Student presentations Quizzes

3. Analyze the effects of heredity, environment, gender, age, lifestyle and behavior on disease processes.

Clinical case studies Student presentations Quizzes

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4. Use evidence-based research to acquire knowledge of disease processes to predict clinical manifestations likely to develop in individuals with selected pathophysiologic conditions.

Clinical case studies Student presentations Quizzes

5. Integrate evidence-based research knowledge of pathophysiology in assessment of clients across the life span.

Clinical case studies Student presentations Quizzes

6. Apply knowledge of pathophysiology to the management of commonly occurring diseases across the life span.

Clinical case studies Student presentations Quizzes

7. Critically analyze current information available in the literature and on the Internet related to management of common diseases to assure a strong foundation in evidence-based research.

Clinical case studies Student presentations Quizzes

VI. Course Level Justification: This is a graduate-level clinical course in the

Master of Science, Nursing Science program that is required for the Family Nurse Practitioner, Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Nursing Education options. It builds on undergraduate pathophysiology, focusing on application to advanced practice nursing.

VII. Topical Course Outline:

1.0 Introduction: Basic concepts of pathophysiology: An evidence-base approach.

1.1 Perspective of evaluation of all topics with critical analysis of research-based resources as they relate to cellular basis of disease and relationship to human behaviors, environment and genetic basis for disease

1.2 Develop knowledge of clinical manifestations, assessment and management of diseases based on the concepts of pathophysiology

1.3 Utilization of pathophysiology knowledge in advanced practice nursing 2.0 Cellular basis for disease

2.1 Altered cellular and tissue biology 2.2 Cellular environment 2.3 Acid-base imbalance 3.0 Genes and gene-environment interaction 3.1 Genetic diseases 3.2 Genes, environment and common diseases 4.0 Mechanisms of self-defense 4.1 Immune dysfunction 4.2 Inflammation and infection 4.3 Stress and disease 5.0 Cellular proliferation: Cancer 5.1 Biology of cancer

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5.2 Tumor invasion and metastasis 6.0 Pathophysiologic alterations of the neurologic system 6.1 Concepts of neurologic dysfunction 6.2 Neurobiology of psychotic and non-psychotic mental disorders 7.0 Pathophysiologic alterations of the endocrine and reproductive systems 7.1 Alterations of hormonal regulation 7.2 Alterations of male and female reproductive systems 8.0 Pathophysiologic alterations of the cardiovascular and hematologic systems 8.1 Dysfunction involving the heart and circulatory systems 8.2 Alterations of erythrocyte function 8.3 Alterations of leukocyte, lymphoid, and hemostatic function 9.0 Pathophysiologic alterations of respiratory function 9.1 Pulmonary dysfunction 10.0 Pathophysiologic alterations of the renal and urologic systems 10.1 Alterations of renal and urinary tract function 11.0 Pathophysiologic alterations of the gastrointestinal tract 11.1 Disorders of motility 11.2 Disorders of secretion 11.3 Disorders of inflammation 11.4 Disorders of nutrition 12.0 Pathophysiologic alterations of the musculoskeletal and integumentary systems 12.1 Alterations of musculoskeletal function 12.2 Disorders of integument

VIII. Suggested Texts American Psychological Association. (2001). Publication manual of the American

Psychological Association (5th ed.). Washington, DC: American Psychological Association.

Brashers, V. L. (2002). Clinical application of pathophysiology (2nd ed.). St. Louis:

Mosby. McCance, K. L., & Huether, S. E. (2006). Pathophysiology: The biologic basis for

disease in adults and children (5th ed.). St. Louis: Mosby. IX. Selected Bibliography: Cooper-Karaz, R., Apter, J. T., & Cohen, R. (2007). Combined treatment with sertaline

and liothyronine in major depression: A randomized, double blind, placebo- controlled trial. Archives of General Psychiatry, 64, 679.

Ebrahim, S., Sung, J., Song, Y., Ferrer, R. L., Lawlor, D. A., & Smith, G. D. (2006).

Serum cholesterol, hemorrhagic stroke, ischemic stroke, and myocardial infarction: Korean national health system prospective cohort study [electronic version]. British Medical Journal, 333, 22.

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Gould, B. E. (2006). Pathophysiology for the health professions (3rd ed.). Philadelphia:

Sanders Elsevier. Healthline. (2007). Addison disease. Retrieved on October 20, 2007 from

http://www.healthline.com/adamcontent/addisons-disease?utm_medium= ask&utm_source=smart&utm_campaign=article&utm_term=Addison%27s+Disease&ask_return=Addison%27s+disease

Kidwell, C., Chalela, J., Saver, J., Starkman, S., Hill, M. D., Demchuk, A. et al. (2004).

Comparison of MRI and CT for detection of acute intracerebral hemorrhage [Electronic version]. Journal of American Medical Association, 292(15),1823-1830.

National Institute of Mental Health (2007). Diagnostic evaluation and treatment.

Retrieved October 31, 2007 from http://www.nimh.nih.gov/health/publications/depression/treatment.html

Psychology Today Magazine (2003). The depression and insomnia connection.

Retrieved November 3, 2007 from http://www.coolnurse.com/depression insomnia.htm

Schwartz, R. A. (2007). Postinflammatory hyperpigmentation. Retrieved on October 20,

2007 from http://www.emedicine.com/derm/topic876.htm Winland-Brown, J. E., Porter, B. O., & Leik, M. (2007). Skin problems. In L. M. Dunphy,

J. E. Winland-Brown, B. O. Porter, & D. J. Thomas (Eds.). Primary care: The art and science of advanced practice nursing (2nd ed., pp. 134-135). Philadelphia: F. A. Davis Company.

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Library Resource Form Excerpts from the Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges Accreditation Handbook 1999 Edition Standard Five - Library And Information Resources Standard 5.A - Purpose and Scope The primary purpose for library and information resources is to support teaching, learning, and, if applicable, research in ways consistent with, and supportive of, the institution's mission and goals. Adequate library and information resources and services, at the appropriate level for degrees offered, are available to support the intellectual, cultural, and technical development of students enrolled in courses and programs wherever located and however delivered. Standard Two - Educational Program And Its Effectiveness Standard 2.A. - General Requirements 2.A.8 Faculty, in partnership with library and information resources personnel, ensure that the use of library and information resources is integrated into the learning process. Program/Course Title: Master of Science, Nursing Science/Advanced Pathophysiology

1. Please identify the library liaison consulted in preparation of this proposal.

Name: Kathleen Murray To see who your library liaison is at: UAA go to: http://www.lib.uaa.alaska.edu/webgroup/liaison.php3 Kenai Peninsula College go to: :http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/kenai/KPC%20Library%20Webpage/frameset.html Kodiak College go to: http://www.koc.alaska.edu/library/default.html Mat-Su College go to: http://www.matsu.alaska.edu/library/library_staff.htm

2. Please list any new library and information recommended to support the proposal. The library will not be impacted by the change in course description; they already carry information on this and have recently purchased some evidence-based search engines. 1. 2. 3.

Initiator signature

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Fee Request Form

1. School/College: School of Nursing/CHSW 2. Course Prefix and Number: NS A601 3. Title: ADVANCED PATHOPHYSIOLOGY 4. Fee Amount: $15.00 If a Change, please indicate the current approved lab fee: $ 5. Lab Fee Account Number and Detail NO CHANGE

Org Obj Fund Amount Detail Code Type: Flat Per credit One time only Org Obj Fund Amount Detail Code Type: Flat Per credit One time only Org Obj Fund Amount Detail Code Type: Flat Per credit One time only

6. Type of Action NO CHANGE Add Deletion Change ( Increase or Decrease) 7. Anticipated student enrollment per class section: N/A 8. Projected costs of material per class section: N/A (Provide details under #10 Justification for Fee) 9. Implementation Date: N/A 10. Justification For Fee (include materials/supplies used and the cost per item):

N/A THERE IS NO CHANGE IN THE FEE

Approved Disapproved _______________________________________________

Department Chair Date

Approved Disapproved _______________________________________________ Dean/Director of School/College Date

Approved Disapproved _______________________________________________ Provost Date

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Curriculum Coordination Form

Notification Date: 11/07 Initiating unit: School of Nursing Affected unit(s): N/A Course Prefix and Number: NS A601 Previous Prefix and Number: N/A Complete Course/Program Title: ADVANCED PATHOPHYSIOLOGY/MASTER OF SCIENCE, NURSING SCIENCE Previous Course/Program Title: N/A Description of Action: Updated CCG, course description and registration restrictions Supporting documentation of the proposal is attached. Initiating faculty are also REQUIRED to send an email to [email protected] describing the proposal, including the proposed action and the course prefix, number, course description, prerequisite, and any other relevant information. Any questions concerning the proposed changes may be addressed to the appropriate department chair, or the chair of the appropriate curriculum committee. Written comments may also be sent to the UAB or GAB, in care of the Governance Office, at the following address:

University of Alaska Anchorage Governance Office, ADM 213

3211 Providence Drive Anchorage, AK 99508

If no written comments are received by the UAB or GAB within ten (10) days of notification date shown above, it is assumed that there are no objections to the proposal. Note: Acknowledgement of coordination does not mean approval, it is only meant to verify that coordination has occurred.

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Approved

Disapproved Department Chair Date Approved Disapproved Dean/Director of School/College Date Approved Disapproved Provost Date

Resource Implication Form 1. School/College HW CHSW 2. Program/Course MASTER OF SCIENCE, NURSING SCIENCE/ADVANCED PATHOPHYSIOLOGY 3. Course Prefix NS 4. Course Number A601 5. Implementation Date FA/2008 6. Type of Action and Category

Course addition Course change Program addition Program change 7. Consequences of Actions and Costs: Check all appropriate categories and provide an explanation of how it will be funded and by whom. N/A

part-time faculty $ new full-time faculty $ reassignment of full-time faculty $ additional class/lab space $ modification of class/lab space $ additional library resources $ additional computer equipment $ other costs $

8. Explanation: This is an existing course that needed updating in terms of course description, CCG and registration restrictions. There are no anticipated costs associated with the change.

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Initiator (faculty only) Date Approved Disapproved: Initiator (PRINT NAME) Dean/Director of School/College Date Approved Approved Disapproved: Disapproved: Department Chairperson Date Undergraduate or Graduate Date

Academic Board Chairperson Approved Approved Disapproved: Disapproved: Curriculum Committee Chairperson Date Provost or Designee Date

1a. School or College HW CHSW

1b. Division ADSN Division of Nursing

1c. Department NUR

2. Course Prefix NS

3. Course Number A620

4. Previous Course Prefix & Number N/A

5a. Credits/CEU

3

5b. Contact Hours (Lecture + Lab) (3+0)

6. Complete Course/Program Title Nursing Research Methods Abbreviated Title for Transcript (30 character)

7. Type of Course Academic Non-credit CEU Professional Development

9. Repeat Status N/A # of Repeats Max Credits 10. Grading Basis A-F P/NP NG

11. Implementation Date semester/year From: FALL/2008 To: /9999

8. Type of Action Course Program

Add Prefix Course Number Change Credits Contact Hours

(mark appropriate boxes) Title Repeat Status Delete Grading Basis Cross-Listed/Stacked

Course Description Course Prerequisites Test Score Prerequisites Co-requisites Other Restrictions Registration Restrictions Class Level College Major Other CCG REVISED

12. Cross Listed with N/A Stacked with N/A Cross-Listed Coordination Signature

13. List any programs or college requirements that require this course Master of Science, Nursing Science 14. Coordinate with Affected Units: N/A Department, School, or College Initiator Signature Date 15. General Education Requirement Oral Communication Written Communication Quantitative Skills Humanities N/A Fine Arts Social Sciences Natural Sciences Integrative Capstone

16. Course Description Emphasizes critical appraisal and synthesis of research literature. Provides for the acquisition of advanced knowledge and skills in scientific inquiry, including proposal development. Addresses the evidence-based approach to research utilization in advanced nursing practice. 17a. Course Prerequisite(s) (list prefix and number) Grade of C or better in undergraduate research course and basic statistics course.

17b. Test Score(s) N/A

17c. Co-requisite(s) (concurrent enrollment required) N/A

17d. Other Restriction(s)

College Major Class Level

17e. Registration Restriction(s) (non-codable) Graduate standing or faculty permission

18. Mark if course has fees $45.00

19. Justification for Action Nationally, master's level research courses have incorporated evidence-based practice and application of research findings to practice. The change in the course description reflects those philosophical changes.

Curriculum Action Request University of Alaska Anchorage

Proposal to Initiate, Add, Change, or Delete a Course or Program of Study

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Course Content Guide School of Nursing 

Master of Science Program  

I. Date of Initiation: 11/2007 II. Course Information 

A. College: HW CHSW 

B. Course Subject: NS 

C. Course Number: A620 

D. Number of Course Credits: 3 (3+0) 

E. Course Program: Master of Science, Nursing Science 

F. Course Title: Nursing Research Methods 

G. Grading Basis: A‐F 

H. Implementation Date: Fall 2008 

I. Course Description: Emphasizes critical appraisal and synthesis of research literature. Provides for the acquisition of advanced knowledge and skills in scientific inquiry, including proposal development.  Addresses the evidence‐based approach to research utilization in advanced nursing practice. 

J. Course Prerequisites: Grade of C or better in undergraduate research course and basic statistics course  

K. Course Co‐requisites: None 

L. Registration Restrictions: Graduate standing or faculty permission 

M. Course Fee: $45.00 III. Instructional Goals 

A. Review the basic concepts, techniques, and methodologies underlying the nursing research process and how they link with theory and advanced practice nursing.  

B. Introduce the evidence‐based approach and how it shapes clinical practice, nursing education, public policy and/or health care delivery. 

C. Foster an understanding of the methods of research dissemination.  

IV. Student Outcomes  V. Assessment Methods 

1. Evaluate the link between theory, research and advanced nursing practice. 

Discussion board activities; quizzes; project or thesis proposal. 

2. Apply knowledge of the nursing research process to improve clinical practice. 

Discussion board activities; project or thesis proposal; quizzes. 

3. Utilize an evidence‐based approach to make recommendations that shape clinical practice, 

Discussion board activities; literature synthesis paper; project or thesis 

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education, public policy, and/or health care delivery.  proposal; quizzes. 

4. Compare and contrast qualitative and quantitative research designs with respect to all phases of the nursing research process. 

Discussion board activities; quizzes; qualitative & quantitative critique. 

5. Apply principles related to autonomy, beneficence, and justice to nursing research studies involving human participants. 

Take and pass the UAA Institutional Review Board (Ethics) Class. 

6. Critique, synthesize and summarize the existing knowledge, for a given topic, and apply findings to advanced nursing practice. 

Discussion board activities; qualitative & quantitative critique; literature synthesis paper; quizzes. 

7. Communicate effectively in the dissemination of evidence and evidence gaps related to clinical problems. 

Discussion board activities; quizzes. 

8. Develop a research or project proposal to address an identified nursing problem. 

Discussion board activities; project or thesis proposal; quizzes. 

 VI. Course Level Justification: This is a graduate‐level core course in the Master of 

Science, Nursing Science program that is required of all nursing graduate students. This course builds on undergraduate nursing research and statistics. It provides the foundation for advanced evidence‐based clinical practice. It is a pre‐requisite for the capstone project and thesis. 

 VII. Topical Course Outline: 

1.0  Ways of knowing within nursing   1.1  Historical perspective on nursing research   1.2  Nursing research within context of nursing theory and science   1.3  Concepts of evidence‐based practice 2.0  Identifying research problems within nursing practice   2.1  Developing researchable questions 

2.2  Population, Intervention, Comparison, Outcome (PICO) format for evidence‐based practice questions 

3.0  Analysis & Synthesis of literature   3.1  Doing a literature search   3.2  Critique criteria   3.3  Writing a synthesis 4.0  Research design   4.1  Qualitative approaches   4.2  Quantitative approaches 

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 5.0  Measurement   5.1  Quantitative: Reliability & validity   5.2  Qualitative: Trustworthiness 6.0  Data collection   6.1  Biological measures   6.2  Observational measures   6.3  Questionnaires   6.4  Interviews   6.5  Use of existing data 7.0  Data analysis 8.0  Interpretation of findings 9.0  Communication of research findings and using research in practice   9.1  Written/verbal   9.2  Formal/informal   9.3  Criteria for research utilization 10.0  Ethics and research 11.0  Writing a research or project proposal 

     VIII. Suggested Textbooks: 

 American Psychological Association. (2001). Publication manual of the American Psychological 

Association (5th ed.). Washington, DC: American Psychological Association.  Burns, N., & Groves, S. (2005). The practice of nursing research: Conduct, critique, and 

utilization. St. Louis: Elsevier Saunders Pub.   Melnyk, B. M., & Fineout‐Overholt, E. (2005). Evidence‐based practice in nursing & health care. 

Philadelphia: Lippincott, Williams, & Wilkins.  

IX. Bibliography:  Davies, B., & Logan, J. (2008). Reading research: A user‐friendly guide for nurses & other health 

professionals. Toronto: Mosby Elsevier.  Flemming, K. (2007). The knowledge base for evidence‐based nursing: A role for mixed 

methods research? Advances in Nursing Science, 30(1), 45‐51.  

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Garrard, J. (2007). Health sciences literature review made easy: The matrix method. Sudbury, MA: Jones & Bartlett Pub. 

 Levin, R. F., & Feldman, H. R. (2006). The EBP controversy: Misconception, misunderstanding, 

or myth. Research & Theory for Nursing Practice, 21(1), 5‐9.  Levin, R. F., & Feldman, H. R. (2006). Teaching evidence‐based practice: Starting with the 

learner. Research & Theory for Nursing Practice, 20(4), 269‐72.  Pearson, A., Field, J., & Jordan, Z. (2007). Evidence‐based clinical practice in nursing & health 

care: Assimilating research, experience and expertise. Oxford: Blackwell Pub.  Wood, M. J., & Ross‐Kerr, J. C. (2006). Basic steps in planning nursing research: From question 

to proposal. Sudbury, MA: Jones & Bartlett Pub.  

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Library Resource Form Excerpts from the Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges Accreditation Handbook 1999 Edition Standard Five - Library And Information Resources Standard 5.A - Purpose and Scope The primary purpose for library and information resources is to support teaching, learning, and, if applicable, research in ways consistent with, and supportive of, the institution's mission and goals. Adequate library and information resources and services, at the appropriate level for degrees offered, are available to support the intellectual, cultural, and technical development of students enrolled in courses and programs wherever located and however delivered. Standard Two - Educational Program And Its Effectiveness Standard 2.A. - General Requirements 2.A.8 Faculty, in partnership with library and information resources personnel, ensure that the use of library and information resources is integrated into the learning process. Program/Course Title: Master of Science, Nursing Science/Nursing Research Methods

1. Please identify the library liaison consulted in preparation of this proposal.

Name: Kathleen Murray To see who your library liaison is at: UAA go to: http://www.lib.uaa.alaska.edu/webgroup/liaison.php3 Kenai Peninsula College go to: :http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/kenai/KPC%20Library%20Webpage/frameset.html Kodiak College go to: http://www.koc.alaska.edu/library/default.html Mat-Su College go to: http://www.matsu.alaska.edu/library/library_staff.htm

2. Please list any new library and information recommended to support the proposal. The library will not be impacted by the change in course description; they already carry information on this and have recently purchased some evidence-based search engines. 1. 2. 3.

Initiator signature

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Fee Request Form

1. School/College: School of Nursing/CHSW 2. Course Prefix and Number: NS A620 3. Title: NURSING RESEARCH METHODS 4. Fee Amount: $45.00 If a Change, please indicate the current approved lab fee: $ 5. Lab Fee Account Number and Detail NO CHANGE

Org Obj Fund Amount Detail Code Type: Flat Per credit One time only Org Obj Fund Amount Detail Code Type: Flat Per credit One time only Org Obj Fund Amount Detail Code Type: Flat Per credit One time only

6. Type of Action NO CHANGE Add Deletion Change ( Increase or Decrease) 7. Anticipated student enrollment per class section: N/A 8. Projected costs of material per class section: N/A (Provide details under #10 Justification for Fee) 9. Implementation Date: N/A 10. Justification For Fee (include materials/supplies used and the cost per item):

N/A

Approved Disapproved _______________________________________________

Department Chair Date

Approved Disapproved _______________________________________________ Dean/Director of School/College Date

Approved Disapproved _______________________________________________ Provost Date

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Curriculum Coordination Form

Notification Date: 11/07 Initiating unit: School of Nursing Affected unit(s): N/A Course Prefix and Number: NS A620 Previous Prefix and Number: N/A Complete Course/Program Title: NURSING RESEARCH METHODS/MASTER OF SCIENCE, NURSING SCIENCE Previous Course/Program Title: N/A Description of Action: Course description was updated as well as the CCG Supporting documentation of the proposal is attached. Initiating faculty are also REQUIRED to send an email to [email protected] describing the proposal, including the proposed action and the course prefix, number, course description, prerequisite, and any other relevant information. Any questions concerning the proposed changes may be addressed to the appropriate department chair, or the chair of the appropriate curriculum committee. Written comments may also be sent to the UAB or GAB, in care of the Governance Office, at the following address:

University of Alaska Anchorage Governance Office, ADM 213

3211 Providence Drive Anchorage, AK 99508

If no written comments are received by the UAB or GAB within ten (10) days of notification date shown above, it is assumed that there are no objections to the proposal. Note: Acknowledgement of coordination does not mean approval, it is only meant to verify that coordination has occurred.

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Approved

Disapproved Department Chair Date Approved Disapproved Dean/Director of School/College Date Approved Disapproved Provost Date

Resource Implication Form 1. School/College CHSW 2. Program/Course MASTER OF SCIENCE, NURSING SCIENCE/NURSING RESEARCH METHODS 3. Course Prefix NS 4. Course Number A620 5. Implementation Date FALL/2008 6. Type of Action and Category

Course addition Course change Program addition Program change 7. Consequences of Actions and Costs: Check all appropriate categories and provide an explanation of how it will be funded and by whom. N/A

part-time faculty $ new full-time faculty $ reassignment of full-time faculty $ additional class/lab space $ modification of class/lab space $ additional library resources $ additional computer equipment $ other costs $

8. Explanation: This is an existing course that needed updating in terms of course description and CCG. There are no anticipated costs associated with the change.

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Initiator (faculty only) Date Approved Disapproved: Initiator (PRINT NAME) Dean/Director of School/College Date Approved Approved Disapproved: Disapproved: Department Chairperson Date Undergraduate or Graduate Date

Academic Board Chairperson Approved Approved Disapproved: Disapproved: Curriculum Committee Chairperson Date Provost or Designee Date

1a. School or College HW CHSW

1b. Division ADSN Division of Nursing

1c. Department NUR

2. Course Prefix NS

3. Course Number A625L

4. Previous Course Prefix & Number N/A

5a. Credits/CEU

1

5b. Contact Hours (Lecture + Lab) (0+3)

6. Complete Course/Program Title BIOSTATISTICS FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONALS LAB BIOSTATISTICS LAB Abbreviated Title for Transcript (30 character)

7. Type of Course Academic Non-credit CEU Professional Development

9. Repeat Status NA # of Repeats Max Credits 10. Grading Basis A-F P/NP NG

11. Implementation Date semester/year From: FALL/2008 To: /9999

8. Type of Action Course Program

Add Prefix Course Number Change Credits Contact Hours

(mark appropriate boxes) Title Repeat Status Delete Grading Basis Cross-Listed/Stacked

Course Description Course Prerequisites Test Score Prerequisites Co-requisites Other Restrictions Registration Restrictions Class Level College Major Other CCG was updated

12. Cross Listed with HS A625L Stacked with NA Cross-Listed Coordination Signature

13. List any programs or college requirements that require this course This course is an elective in the Master of Science, Nursing Science Program.

14. Coordinate with Affected Units: DEPT OF HEALTH SCIENCES Department, School, or College Initiator Signature Date 15. General Education Requirement Oral Communication Written Communication Quantitative Skills Humanities

N/A Fine Arts Social Sciences Natural Sciences Integrative Capstone

16. Course Description Introduction to statistical analysis using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) computer program. Focuses on creating a data base, evaluating these data for entry errors, identifying statistical test assumptions, and computing descriptive and inferential statistics. 17a. Course Prerequisite(s) (list prefix and number)

Grade of C or better in undergraduate research and statistics

17b. Test Score(s) N/A

17c. Co-requisite(s) (concurrent enrollment required) N/A

17d. Other Restriction(s)

College Major Class Level

17e. Registration Restriction(s) (non-codable) Graduate status or faculty permission

18. Mark if course has fees $65

19. Justification for Action Course description and CCG were updated.

Curriculum Action Request University of Alaska Anchorage

Proposal to Initiate, Add, Change, or Delete a Course or Program of Study

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Course Content Guide School of Nursing

Master of Science Program I. Date of Initiation: 11/2007

II. Course Information

A. College: HW CHSW B. Course Subject: NS/HS C. Course Number: A625L D. Number of Course Credits: 1 (0+3) E. Course Program: Master of Science, Nursing Science F. Course Title: Biostatistics for Health Professionals Lab G. Grading Basis: P/NP H. Implementation Date: Fall 2008 I. Course Description: Introduction to statistical analysis using the

Statistical Package for Social Sciences (SPSS) computer program. Focuses on creating a data base, evaluating data for entry errors, identifying statistical test assumptions, and computing descriptive and inferential statistics.

J. Course Prerequisites: Graduate standing or permission of instructor K. Course Co-requisites: None L. Registration Restrictions: Grade of C or better in undergraduate

research course and basic statistics course M. Course Fee: $65

III. Instructional Goals Outcomes A. Review methods to create a data base, exploring data, and checking test

assumptions. B. Illustrate commands for obtaining descriptive and inferential statistics.

IV. Student Outcomes V. Assessment Methods a. Demonstrate the ability to create a data base in Statistical Package of the Social Sciences (SPSS).

Create an error free data base and enter data.

b. Utilize SPSS to explore the data for data entry errors and test assumptions.

Data exploration exercises.

c. Utilize SPSS to obtain descriptive and inferential statistics.

Data analysis exercises.

d. Modify charts and output tables to conform with APA format.

Chart and output table modification exercises.

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VI. Course Level Justification: Statistics are no longer calculated by hand in the

real-world research environment. This course provides a modern option by teaching students how to utilize a PC-based statistical program to analyze data and obtain answers to research questions. These skills are essential for students doing quantitative analyses for their capstone project or thesis and augment what students learn in the required NS A625 Biostatistics for Health Professionals.

VII. Topical Course Outline:

1.0 Introduction to SPSS (Statistical Package for Social Science) 2.0 Data Entry 1.1 Defining variables 1.2 Entering data

1.3 Transforming variables 1.4 File manipulation 1.5 Importing data from other program 1.6 Looking for data entry errors 3.0 Descriptive Statistical Commands 3.1 Descriptives & frequencies 3.2 Explore 3.3 Crosstabs

3.4 Graphs 4.0 Inferential Statistical Commands 4.1 Non-parametric statistics: Chi Square, Mann Whitney U, Wilcoxon,

Kruskal Wallis, Friedman 4.2 Parametric statistics 4.2.1 Comparing means 4.2.1.1 Independent & paired t-test 4.2.1.2 ANOVA 4.2.2 Correlation & simple regression 4.2.3 Advanced multivariate statistics 4.2.3.1 Factor ANOVA 4.2.3.2 ANCOVA 4.2.3.3 Multiple regression 4.2.3.4 Factor analysis 5.0 Reliability Analysis

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VIII. Suggested Textbooks: Pallant, J. (2007). SPSS survival manual. New York: Open University Press. SPSS. (2007). SPSS 15.0 brief guide. Chicago: SPSS Inc.

IX. Bibliography: Field, A. (2005). Discovering statistics using SPSS. Thousand Oaks, CA: Sage

Publications. Griffith, A. (2006). SPSS for dummies. Hoboken, NJ: Wiley Pub. Kinnear, P. R. (2008). SPSS 15 made simple. New York: Psychology Press. Norusis, M. J. (2006). SPSS 15.0 statistical procedures companion. Upper Saddle

River, NJ: Prentice Hall. Stern, L. (2008). A visual approach to SPSS for Windows: A guide to SPSS 15.0.

Boston: Allyn & Bacon.

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Library Resource Form Excerpts from the Northwest Association of Schools and Colleges Accreditation Handbook 1999 Edition Standard Five - Library And Information Resources Standard 5.A - Purpose and Scope The primary purpose for library and information resources is to support teaching, learning, and, if applicable, research in ways consistent with, and supportive of, the institution's mission and goals. Adequate library and information resources and services, at the appropriate level for degrees offered, are available to support the intellectual, cultural, and technical development of students enrolled in courses and programs wherever located and however delivered. Standard Two - Educational Program And Its Effectiveness Standard 2.A. - General Requirements 2.A.8 Faculty, in partnership with library and information resources personnel, ensure that the use of library and information resources is integrated into the learning process. Program/Course Title: Master of Science, Nursing Science/Biostatistics for Health Professionals Lab

1. Please identify the library liaison consulted in preparation of this proposal.

Name: Kathleen Murray To see who your library liaison is at: UAA go to: http://www.lib.uaa.alaska.edu/webgroup/liaison.php3 Kenai Peninsula College go to: :http://www.uaa.alaska.edu/kenai/KPC%20Library%20Webpage/frameset.html Kodiak College go to: http://www.koc.alaska.edu/library/default.html Mat-Su College go to: http://www.matsu.alaska.edu/library/library_staff.htm

2. Please list any new library and information recommended to support the proposal. The library will not be impacted by the change in course description; they already carry information on this and have recently purchased some evidence based search engines. 1. 2. 3.

Initiator signature

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Fee Request Form

1. School/College: School of Nursing/CHSW 2. Course Prefix and Number: NS A625L 3. Title: Biostatistics for Health Professionals Lab 4. Fee Amount: $65.00 If a Change, please indicate the current approved lab fee: $ 5. Lab Fee Account Number and Detail NO CHANGE

Org Obj Fund Amount Detail Code Type: Flat Per credit One time only Org Obj Fund Amount Detail Code Type: Flat Per credit One time only Org Obj Fund Amount Detail Code Type: Flat Per credit One time only

6. Type of Action NO CHANGE Add Deletion Change ( Increase or Decrease) 7. Anticipated student enrollment per class section: N/A 8. Projected costs of material per class section: N/A (Provide details under #10 Justification for Fee) 9. Implementation Date: N/A 10. Justification For Fee (include materials/supplies used and the cost per item):

N/A

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Approved Disapproved _______________________________________________ Dean/Director of School/College Date

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Curriculum Coordination Form

Notification Date: 11/07 Initiating unit: School of Nursing Affected unit(s): N/A Course Prefix and Number: NS A625L Previous Prefix and Number: N/A Complete Course/Program Title: Biostatistics for Health Professionals Lab/Master of Science, Nursing Science Previous Course/Program Title: N/A Description of Action: Course description and CCG updated Supporting documentation of the proposal is attached. Initiating faculty are also REQUIRED to send an email to [email protected] describing the proposal, including the proposed action and the course prefix, number, course description, prerequisite, and any other relevant information. Any questions concerning the proposed changes may be addressed to the appropriate department chair, or the chair of the appropriate curriculum committee. Written comments may also be sent to the UAB or GAB, in care of the Governance Office, at the following address:

University of Alaska Anchorage Governance Office, ADM 213

3211 Providence Drive Anchorage, AK 99508

If no written comments are received by the UAB or GAB within ten (10) days of notification date shown above, it is assumed that there are no objections to the proposal. Note: Acknowledgement of coordination does not mean approval, it is only meant to verify that coordination has occurred.

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Approved

Disapproved Department Chair Date Approved Disapproved Dean/Director of School/College Date Approved Disapproved Provost Date

Resource Implication Form 1. School/College HW CHSW 2. Program/Course Master of Science, Nursing Science/Biostatistics for Health Professionals Lab 3. Course Prefix NS/HS 4. Course Number A625L 5. Implementation Date Fall 2008 6. Type of Action and Category

Course addition Course change Program addition Program change 7. Consequences of Actions and Costs: Check all appropriate categories and provide an explanation of how it will be funded and by whom. N/A

part-time faculty $ new full-time faculty $ reassignment of full-time faculty $ additional class/lab space $ modification of class/lab space $ additional library resources $ additional computer equipment $ other costs $

8. Explanation: This is an existing course that needed updating in terms of course description and CCG. There are no anticipated costs associated with the change.

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Initiator (faculty only) Date Approved Disapproved: Initiator (PRINT NAME) Dean/Director of School/College Date Approved Approved Disapproved: Disapproved: Department Chairperson Date Undergraduate or Graduate Date

Academic Board Chairperson Approved Approved Disapproved: Disapproved: Curriculum Committee Chairperson Date Provost or Designee Date

1a. School or College HW CHSW

1b. Division ADHS Div of Human Svs Health Sci

1c. Department HS

2. Course Prefix HS

3. Course Number A625L

4. Previous Course Prefix & Number N/A

5a. Credits/CEU

1

5b. Contact Hours (Lecture + Lab) (0+3)

6. Complete Course/Program Title BIOSTATISTICS FOR HEALTH PROFESSIONALS LAB BIOSTATISTICS LAB Abbreviated Title for Transcript (30 character)

7. Type of Course Academic Non-credit CEU Professional Development

9. Repeat Status NA # of Repeats Max Credits 10. Grading Basis A-F P/NP NG

11. Implementation Date semester/year From: FALL/2008 To: /9999

8. Type of Action Course Program

Add Prefix Course Number Change Credits Contact Hours

(mark appropriate boxes) Title Repeat Status Delete Grading Basis Cross-Listed/Stacked

Course Description Course Prerequisites Test Score Prerequisites Co-requisites Other Restrictions Registration Restrictions Class Level College Major Other CCG updated

12. Cross Listed with NS A625L Stacked with NA Cross-Listed Coordination Signature

13. List any programs or college requirements that require this course This course is an elective in the Master of Science, Nursing Science 14. Coordinate with Affected Units: Nursing Department, School, or College Initiator Signature Date 15. General Education Requirement Oral Communication Written Communication Quantitative Skills Humanities N/A Fine Arts Social Sciences Natural Sciences Integrative Capstone

16. Course Description Introduction to statistical analysis using the Statistical Package for the Social Sciences (SPSS) computer program. Focuses on creating a data base, evaluating these data for entry errors, identifying statistical test assumptions, and computing descriptive and inferential statistics. 17a. Course Prerequisite(s) (list prefix and number) Grade of C or better in undergraduate research and statistics.

17b. Test Score(s) N/A

17c. Co-requisite(s) (concurrent enrollment required) N/A

17d. Other Restriction(s)

College Major Class Level

17e. Registration Restriction(s) (non-codable) Graduate status or faculty permission

18. Mark if course has fees $65.00

19. Justification for Action Course description and CCG were updated.

Curriculum Action Request University of Alaska Anchorage

Proposal to Initiate, Add, Change, or Delete a Course or Program of Study

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Initiator (faculty only) Date Approved Disapproved: Initiator (PRINT NAME) Dean/Director of School/College Date Approved Approved Disapproved: Disapproved: Department Chairperson Date Undergraduate or Graduate Date

Academic Board Chairperson Approved Approved Disapproved: Disapproved: Curriculum Committee Chairperson Date Provost or Designee Date

1a. School or College AS CAS

1b. Division AMSC Division of Math Science

1c. Department Mathematical Sciences

2. Course Prefix CS

3. Course Number A670

4. Previous Course Prefix & Number

5a. Credits/CEU

3

5b. Contact Hours (Lecture + Lab) (3+0)

6. Complete Course/Program Title Computer Science for Software Engineers Comp. Sci. for SW Engineers Abbreviated Title for Transcript (30 character)

7. Type of Course Academic Non-credit CEU Professional Development

9. Repeat Status No # of Repeats Max Credits 10. Grading Basis A-F P/NP NG

11. Implementation Date semester/year From: Fall/2008 To: /9999

8. Type of Action Course Program

Add Prefix Course Number Change Credits Contact Hours

(mark appropriate boxes) Title Repeat Status Delete Grading Basis Cross-Listed/Stacked

Course Description Course Prerequisites Test Score Prerequisites Co-requisites Other Restrictions Registration Restrictions Class Level College Major Other Update CCG

12. Cross Listed with Stacked with Cross-Listed Coordination Signature

13. List any programs or college requirements that require this course 14. Coordinate with Affected Units: UAA Faculty List Serve, School of Engineering Department, School, or College Initiator Signature Date 15. General Education Requirement Oral Communication Written Communication Quantitative Skills Humanities Fine Arts Social Sciences Natural Sciences Integrative Capstone

16. Course Description In-depth survey of the theoretical underpinnings of computer science. Topics are taken from the areas of algorithms and data structures, computer architecture, networking, operating systems, computability and formal languages, programming languages, and compilers. 17a. Course Prerequisite(s) (list prefix and number)

17b. Test Score(s)

17c. Co-requisite(s) (concurrent enrollment required)

17d. Other Restriction(s)

College Major Class Level

17e. Registration Restriction(s) (non-codable) Faculty permission required.

18. Mark if course has fees

19. Justification for Action The CCG is being updated to reflect current standards.

Curriculum Action Request University of Alaska Anchorage

Proposal to Initiate, Add, Change, or Delete a Course or Program of Study

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University of Alaska Anchorage Course Content Guide

I. Initiation Date: November 26, 2007 II. Course Information:

A. B. C. D. E. F. G. H. I. J. K.

College: Course Title: Course Subject/Number: Credit Hours: Contact Time Grading Information: Course Description: Status of Course relative to degree or certificate program: Lab fees Course Prerequisite Registration Restriction

College of Arts and Sciences Computer Science for Software Engineers CS A670 3.0 credits 3 + 0 hours per week A-F In-depth survey of the theoretical underpinnings of computer science. Topics are taken from the areas of algorithms and data structures, computer architecture, networking, operating systems, computability and formal languages, programming languages, and compilers. The course is not required for students with a baccalaureate degree in Computer Science. Yes None Faculty permission required

III. Course Evaluation: The course grade will be based on results from midterms, final test, and assigned projects. IV. Instructional Goals and Student Outcomes:

A. The instructor will: • Introduce areas of algorithms and data structures • Describe computer architecture, networking and operating systems • Discuss computability, formal languages and compilers.

B. Student Outcomes: Students will be able to: Assessment Method Acquire a working knowledge of data structures, the algorithms used to manipulate their content, and the complexity of those algorithms.

Computer programs and examinations

Describe the relationship between instruction set design, computer architecture, and computer system performance.

Computer programs and examinations

Demonstrate a broad knowledge of how computer systems work, including networks, data communication, operating systems, and compilers.

Examinations

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Articulate the theoretical aspects of computer science, including formal languages, programming languages, and computability.

Examinations

V. Course Level Justification This course is typically taught nationwide at the graduate level. VI. Topical Course Outline 1. Data Structures and Algorithms

1.1 Dynamic memory, linked lists, Big-O notation 1.2 Stacks, recursion, queues 1.3 Trees, traversals 1.4 Tree search, balanced trees 1.5 Graphs, traversals 1.6 Shortest path, maximum flow 1.7 Searching, sorting 1.8 Quick sort, heap sort

2. Computer Architecture 2.1 Computer design fundamentals 2.2 Performance and cost 2.3 Instruction set design, examples, and measurements 2.4 Processor implementation techniques 2.5 Pipelining, vector processors 2.6 Memory hierarchy design 2.7 Input/output 2.8 Future directions (massive parallelism, etc.)

3. Computer Networks, Communications, and Operating Systems 3.1 Computer networks 3.2 Network media, network protocols 3.3 Network utility, applications 3.4 Operating systems, utilities 3.5 File systems 3.6 Input/Output 3.7 Memory management, process control 3.8 Network and system administration

4. Formal Languages. Computability and Complexity

4.1 Regular languages, finite automata 4.2 Context free languages, push down automata 4.3 Grammars 4.4 Turing machines 4.5 Recursive functions, recursively enumerable sets 4.6 Applications of computability 4.7 P-NP, examples

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4.8 NP complete, Cook’s theorem 5. Languages and Compilation

5.1 Compiler organization and function 5.2 Predictive parsing 5.3 LR parsing algorithm and table generation 5.4 Generic language features and Implementation 5.5 Object oriented languages and abstraction 5.6 Classes and Objects in C++ 5.7 Real-time language features in Ada 5.8 Compilation Issues relating to language features

Suggested Texts

Drozdek, Adam. Data Structures and Algorithms in Java (2nd. Ed.), Thomson Learning, 2005.

Patterson, David; Hennessy, John. Computer Organization and Design: The Hardware/Software Interface (3rd Ed.). Elsevier Inc., 2005.

Kurose, James; Ross, Keith. Computer Networking: A Top-Down Approach (4th Ed.). Pearson Education, Inc., 2008.

Sipser, Michael. Introduction to the Theory of Computation (2nd Ed.). Thomson Course Technology, 2006.

Tucker, Allen; Noonan, Robert. Programming Languages: Principles and Paradigms (2nd Ed.). McGraw-Hill, 2007.

Bibliography

Weiss, Mark. Data Structures and Problem Solving Using Java (3rd Ed.), Addison Wesley, 2006.

Null, Linda; Lobur, Julia. The Essentials of Computer Organization and Architecture (2nd Ed.). Jones and Bartlett Publishers, 2006.

Silberschatz, Abraham. Operating Systems Concepts with Java (6th Ed.). John Wiley & Sons, 2004.

Levitin, Anany. Introduction to the Design and Analysis of Algorithms (2nd Ed.). Addison-Wesley, 2007.

Sebesta, Robert. Concepts of Programming Languages (7th Ed.). Addison-Wesley, 2005.

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Curriculum Coordination Form

Notification Date: November 28/2007 Initiating unit: Computer Science Affected unit(s): None Course Prefix and Number: CS A670 Previous Prefix and Number: Complete Course/Program Title:Computer Science for Software Engineers Previous Course/Program Title: Computer Science for Software Engineers Description of Action: Update CCG to reflect current standards Supporting documentation of the proposal is attached. Initiating faculty are also REQUIRED to send an email to [email protected] describing the proposal, including the proposed action and the course prefix, number, course description, prerequisite, and any other relevant information. Any questions concerning the proposed changes may be addressed to the appropriate department chair, or the chair of the appropriate curriculum committee. Written comments may also be sent to the UAB or GAB, in care of the Governance Office, at the following address:

University of Alaska Anchorage Governance Office, ADM 213

3211 Providence Drive Anchorage, AK 99508

If no written comments are received by the UAB or GAB within ten (10) days of notification date shown above, it is assumed that there are no objections to the proposal. Note: Acknowledgement of coordination does not mean approval, it is only meant to verify that coordination has occurred.

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Initiator (faculty only) Date Approved Disapproved: Initiator (PRINT NAME) Dean/Director of School/College Date Approved Approved Disapproved: Disapproved: Department Chairperson Date Undergraduate or Graduate Date

Academic Board Chairperson Approved Approved Disapproved: Disapproved: Curriculum Committee Chairperson Date Provost or Designee Date

1a. School or College AS CAS

1b. Division AMSC Division of Math Science

1c. Department Mathematical Sciences

2. Course Prefix CS

3. Course Number A690

4. Previous Course Prefix & Number

5a. Credits/CEU

1 - 3

5b. Contact Hours (Lecture + Lab) (1+0 - 3+0)

6. Complete Course/Program Title Advanced Topics in Computer Science Adv Topics in Computer Science Abbreviated Title for Transcript (30 character)

7. Type of Course Academic Non-credit CEU Professional Development

9. Repeat Status Yes # of Repeats 2 Max Credits 6 10. Grading Basis A-F P/NP NG

11. Implementation Date semester/year From: Fall/2008 To: /9999

8. Type of Action Course Program

Add Prefix Course Number Change Credits Contact Hours

(mark appropriate boxes) Title Repeat Status Delete Grading Basis Cross-Listed/Stacked

Course Description Course Prerequisites Test Score Prerequisites Co-requisites Other Restrictions Registration Restrictions Class Level College Major Other Update CCG

12. Cross Listed with Stacked with Cross-Listed Coordination Signature

13. List any programs or college requirements that require this course 14. Coordinate with Affected Units: UAA Faculty List Serve Department, School, or College Initiator Signature Date 15. General Education Requirement Oral Communication Written Communication Quantitative Skills Humanities Fine Arts Social Sciences Natural Sciences Integrative Capstone

16. Course Description Advanced topics in computer science at the graduate level. Special Note: The course may be repeated for credit with a change of subtitle. 17a. Course Prerequisite(s) (list prefix and number)

17b. Test Score(s)

17c. Co-requisite(s) (concurrent enrollment required)

17d. Other Restriction(s)

College Major Class Level

17e. Registration Restriction(s) (non-codable) Faculty permission required.

18. Mark if course has fees

19. Justification for Action The CCG is being updated to reflect current standards.

Curriculum Action Request University of Alaska Anchorage

Proposal to Initiate, Add, Change, or Delete a Course or Program of Study

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University of Alaska Anchorage Course Content Guide

I. Initiation Date: November 26, 2007 II. Course Information:

A. B. C. D. E. F. G. H. I. J. K.

College: Course Title: Course Subject/Number: Credit Hours: Contact Time Grading Information: Course Description: Status of Course relative to degree or certificate program: Lab fees Course Prerequisite Registration Restriction

College of Arts and Sciences Advanced Topics in Computer Science CS A690 1 – 3 credits 1 - 3 + 0 hours per week A-F Advanced topics in computer science at the graduate level. Special Note: The course may be repeated for credit with a change of subtitle. The course is not required for students with a baccalaureate degree in Computer Science. Yes None Faculty permission required

III. Course Activities: The format of the course varies with the topic. IV. Course Evaluation: Course evaluation will vary with the topic taught. The course grade will be based on some combination of midterms, final test, assigned projects, and other appropriate testing instruments. V. Instructional Goals and Student Outcomes:

A. Instructional goals will vary with each topic, and therefore a single set of desired goals cannot be provided. In general the instructor will:

• Present an advanced computer science topic that is not available within the

current curriculum. • Provide the opportunity to quickly take advantage of unexpected, immediate

needs for CS education/training and/or unexpected availability of expertise in a narrow field of Computer Science.

• Design the course and formulate a workload appropriate to the number of credits.

• Inspire students to pursue research in the selected topic area.

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B. Student outcomes will vary with the topic presented. In general students will:

• Acquire the knowledge of content not currently incorporated into specific Computer Science graduate courses.

• Describe methods for representing theories in the special topic. • Use the selected methodologies to solve advanced computing problems.

VI. Course Level Justification The course is taught at the graduate level as the student is expected to have appropriate expertise and background for a graduate level Special Topics course. VII. Topical Course Outline The outline will vary from offering to offering according to the interest of the instructor and student demand. VIII. Suggested Texts The texts will depend on the specific topic taught.

IX. Bibliography: The bibliography will depend on the specific topic taught. Sample Special Topic: Evolutionary Computation Topical Course Outline: 1 Introduction 1.1 Brief History 1.2 What is an Evolutionary Algorithm? 1.3 Components of Evolutionary Algorithms 1.4 Working of an Evolutionary Algorithm 1.5 Evolutionary Computing and Global Optimization

2 Genetic Algorithms 2.1 Representation of Individuals 2.2 Mutation 2.3 Population Models 2.4 Parent Selection 2.5 Survivor Selection

3 Evolution Strategies 3.1 Representation 3.2 Mutation 3.3 Recombination 3.4 Parent Selection

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3.5 Survivor Selection 3.6 Self-Adaptation 3.7 Example Applications

4 Evolutionary Programming 4.1 Representation 4.2 Mutation 4.3 Recombination 4.4 Parent Selection 4.5 Survivor Selection 4.6 Example Application

5 Genetic Programming 5.1 Representation 5.2 Mutation 5.3 Recombination 5.4 Parent Selection 5.5 Survivor Selection 5.6 Initialization 5.7 Bloat in Genetic Programming 5.8 Problems Involving ``Physical" Environments 5.9 Example Application: Symbolic Regression

6 Learning Classifier Systems 6.1 General Background 6.2 ZCS: A ``Zeroth Level'' Classifier System 6.3 XCS 6.4 Extensions 6.5 Example Applications

7 Parameter Control in Evolutionary Algorithms 7.1 Introduction 7.2 Examples of Changing Parameters 7.3 Classification of Control Techniques 7.4 Examples of Varying EA Parameters

8 Multi-Modal Problems and Spatial Distribution 8.1 Introduction: Multi-Modal Problems and the Need for Diversity 8.2 Multi-Modal Problems 8.3 Genetic Drift 8.4 Implicit Measures 8.5 Explicit Diversity Maintenance 8.6 Multi-Objective Evolutionary Algorithms 8.7 Example Application: Distributed Co-Evolution of Job-shop Schedules

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9 Hybridization with Other Techniques: Memetic Algorithms 9.1 Motivation for Hybridizing EAs 9.2 A Brief Introduction to Local Search 9.3 Structure of a Memetic Algorithm 9.4 Design Issues for Memetic Algorithms 9.5 Example Application: Multi-stage Memetic Timetabling

10 Theory 10.1 Competing Hyper-Planes in Binary Spaces: the Schema Theorem 10.2 Dynamical Systems 10.3 Markov Chain Analysis 10.4 Statistical Mechanics Approaches 10.5 Reductionist Approaches 10.6 Analyzing EAs in Continuous Search Spaces 10.7 No Free Lunch Theorems

11 Constraint Handling 11.1 Constrained Problems 11.2 Two Main Types of Constraint Handling 11.3 Ways to Handle Constraints in EAs 11.4 Application Example: Graph 3-Coloring Suggested Texts Eiben, A.E. and J.E. Smith 2007. Introduction to Evolutionary Computing, Springer-Verlag Natural Computing Series. Gosh, A., S. Tsutsui, and S Tsutsui 2003. Advanced in Evolutionary Computing, Morgan Kaufmann.

Bibliography: Koza, J.R., M.A. Keane, M. J. Streeter, W. Mydlowec, J. Yu, and G. Lanza 2003. Genetic Programming IV: Routine Human-Competitive Machine Intelligence, Springer. Parmee, I. C. 2001. Evolutionary and Adaptive Computing in Engineering Design, Springer. Price, K. V., R. M. Storn, and J. A. Lampinen 2005. Differential Evolution: A Practical Approach to Global Optimization, Springer.

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Curriculum Coordination Form

Notification Date: November 28/2007 Initiating unit: Computer Science Affected unit(s): None Course Prefix and Number: CS A690 Previous Prefix and Number: Complete Course/Program Title:Advanced Topics in Computer Science Previous Course/Program Title: Advanced Topics in Computer Science Description of Action: Update CCG to reflect current standards Supporting documentation of the proposal is attached. Initiating faculty are also REQUIRED to send an email to [email protected] describing the proposal, including the proposed action and the course prefix, number, course description, prerequisite, and any other relevant information. Any questions concerning the proposed changes may be addressed to the appropriate department chair, or the chair of the appropriate curriculum committee. Written comments may also be sent to the UAB or GAB, in care of the Governance Office, at the following address:

University of Alaska Anchorage Governance Office, ADM 213

3211 Providence Drive Anchorage, AK 99508

If no written comments are received by the UAB or GAB within ten (10) days of notification date shown above, it is assumed that there are no objections to the proposal. Note: Acknowledgement of coordination does not mean approval, it is only meant to verify that coordination has occurred.

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Hello, All ~

Each year the Office of the Registrar reviews active courses and identifies those which have not been offered in four academic years (eight fall or spring semesters) or have never been offered. The 102 courses on the attached spreadsheet are scheduled to be purged from the active database before the publication of the next course catalog. This is your opportunity to review the list of courses before the cleanup. Please share the information with your departments and curriculum committees. If your department wishes to retain a course, written justification must be provided.

Justifications for retaining dormant courses must be presented in writing addressed to the Undergraduate Academic Board (UAB) or the Graduate Academic Board (GAB) through the Governance office. The deadline for providing this information to Christine Tullius in Governance is 9:00 a.m. on Monday, April 8, 2008. If no reply is received from your office by the deadline, the courses will be purged and will not appear in the next course catalog.

The Curriculum Handbook states the following policy:

“A purge list is compiled annually for courses not offered successfully in the previous four academic years. If a course has not been successfully offered in the previous four academic years, then that course will be purged from the catalog unless the department responsible for the course provides a clear justification for retaining the course in the catalog. This justification must be submitted to UAB/GAB for review.

GER Course Purge List: UAA policy states that a course may not remain on the GER list if it has not been offered successfully at least once during the past four semesters, excluding summer. The list of GER courses will be provided to UAB by the Office of Academic Affairs each spring. Review of the GER list will be done annually by UAB in the spring semester.” P21

If you have any questions, please contact me. My contact information appears below.

Thank you.

Linda

Linda Kay Davis

Curriculum Specialist

Office of the Registrar

University of Alaska Anchorage

(907) 786-1555

(907) 786-1537 fax

[email protected]

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Numb Scbcrse Coll Code Scbcrse TitleScbcrky Term Code 

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ADT A271 CT General Motors ASEP 4 200003 200303ADT A272 CT General Motors ASEP 5 200003 200401AGRI A115 CT Horse Behavior/Train I 199702 200401 Offered only at Mat‐SuANTH A365 AS Races: Mod Hum Diversity 199702 200303ANTH A435 AS Northwest Coast Cultures 199702 200303AT A281 CT Aviation Maint: A & P Mechanic 200103 200401BA A606 CB Fund Productn/Operations Mgmt 199702 200401BIOL A201 KP Field ID Alaskan Flora 199702 200402 Offered only at KPCBIOL A292 KP Plant Lore of Kachemak Bay 199702 200303 Offered only at KPCBIOL A309 AS Biogeography 199702 200203 yesBIOL A327 AS Parasitology 199702 200203 yesBIOL A352 AS Human Genetics 199702 200303CA A113 CT Culinary Meat & Charcuterie 199702 200203 yesCED A181 KP Drawing & Painting Wildlife 200303 200401

CIOS A266 CT Law Office Proced: Litig Docs 200303No Banner record of ever 

being offered

CIS A361 CB Adv Programming Bus Apps 200303 200303

CIS A423 CB Spec Bus Information Systems 200303No Banner record of ever 

being offered

CS A670 AS Computer Science‐Software Eng 199702No Banner record of ever 

being offered yes yes yes yesCS A671 AS Advanced Software Engineering 199702 199703 yes yes

CSE A480 EN Computer Sys Eng Project 200203No Banner record of ever 

being offered yesCWLA A682 AS Grad Wrkshop: Drama Stage/Scrn 199702 200303DA A121 CT Chairside Procedures I 199702 200303DA A122 CT Chairside Procedures II 199702 200401DA A123 CT Biomed.Sci. For Dental Assist. 199702 200401DA A124 CT Dental Materials & Applic I 199702 200401DA A125 CT Dental Materials Applic II 199702 200401DA A128 CT Dent Communication Skill 199702 200303DN A146 CT Science Of Weight Mgmt 199702 200401DNCE A234 AS Fundamentals of Jazz II 200203 200401DNCE A302 AS Intermediate Ballet II 200203 200301 yesDNCE A322 AS Intermediate Modern II 200203 200401

DNCE A331 AS Intermediate Jazz I 200203No Banner record of ever 

being offered yes

DNCE A332 AS Intermediate Jazz II 200203No Banner record of ever 

being offered yes

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SUBJECT PREFIX

COURSE NUMBER

BANNER COLLEGE CODE (SCBCRSE)  COURSE TITLE

COURSE EFFECTIVE

LAST TERM OFFERED

Was this course carried over by request from the 2004‐05 purge list?

Was this course carried over by request from the 2005‐06 purge list?

Was this course carried over by request from the 2006‐07 purge list?

Was this course carried over by request from the 2007‐08 purge list? COMMENTS

DNCE A351 AS Intermediate Tap I 200203No Banner record of ever 

being offered yes

DNCE A352 AS Intermediate Tap II 200203No Banner record of ever 

being offered yesDNCE A360 AS Contemp Techniques & Comp Rep 200203 200401

DNCE A395 AS Adv Practicum:  Performance 200303No Banner record of ever 

being offered

ECD A125 EA Safe Healthy Learn Envir 199702 200303 Offered only at KPCECD A225 EA Professional/Progrma Mgt 199702 200303 Offered only at KPCECON A650 CB Alaska Economic Issues 199702 200301 yesECON A651 CB Sel Topics For Educators 199702 200303 Topics courseEDSE A336 EA Classroom Mgmt & Collaboration 199702 200202 yesEDSE A460 EA Exceptional Learner 199702 200203 yesEDSE A689 EA Spec Pop/Gifted Students 199702 200402

EE A351 EN Signals and Systems 200203No Banner record of ever 

being offered yesENGL A381 AS Drama 199702 200401ENGL A604 AS Studies in Womenʹs Literature 199702 200301 yesESM A623 EN Total Quality Management 199702 200303ET A280 CT Programmable Logic Controllers 200103 200401

GIS A126 EN Introduction to ArcIMS Maps 200303No Banner record of ever 

being offered

GIS A127 EN Introduction to Metadata GIS 200303No Banner record of ever 

being offered

HIST A453 AS America Since 1945 199702 200401 May be stacked w/HIST A653HIST A653 AS U.S., 1945 To Present 199702 200401 May be stacked w/HIST A453HS A480 HW Contemporary Issues‐Addiction 199702 200303HS A484 HW Drug Actions‐Psychoactive Drug 199803 200303ITAL A101 AS *Elementary Italian I 200103 200303 GER HumanitiesJPN A105 AS Conversational Skills I 200001 200401 May be stacked w/JPN A205JPN A205 AS Conversational Skills II 200001 200401 May be stacked w/JPN A105JUST A344 HW Courts & Civil Liberties 199702 200201 yesLANG A400 AS Literature/Translation 199702 200401 Topics courseLANG A691 AS Curr Topics/2nd‐Lang Ed 199702 200402 Topics courseMATH A250 AS Intro Computer Algebra Systems 199801 200401MATH A408 AS Mathematical Stats II 199702 200301 yesMTP A152 CT Human Health & Disease II 200203 200401MTP A155 CT Massage Therapy Bus Mgmt 200203 200402MTP A173 CT Basic Jin Shin Do Acupressure 200303 200402

MTP A174 CT Intro to Reflexology 200303No Banner record of ever 

being offered

MTP A254 CT Structre, Function, & Movement 200203 200401MTP A266 CT Goal‐Oriented Massage 200303 200401MTP A267 CT Assess/Application in Massage 200303 200401

Requests to retain courses in the active course catalog should include justification for retention. Requests should be submitted for review to the GAB/UAB through the Governance Office. No response indicates no support for retention.54

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SUBJECT PREFIX

COURSE NUMBER

BANNER COLLEGE CODE (SCBCRSE)  COURSE TITLE

COURSE EFFECTIVE

LAST TERM OFFERED

Was this course carried over by request from the 2004‐05 purge list?

Was this course carried over by request from the 2005‐06 purge list?

Was this course carried over by request from the 2006‐07 purge list?

Was this course carried over by request from the 2007‐08 purge list? COMMENTS

MTP A273 CT Intermediate Jin Shin Do 200303 200303MTP A295 CT Massage Therapy Clinic 200203 200401MUS A101A KP Community College Chorus 199702 200303 KPC courseMUS A105 AS Jazz Techniques Lab 199702 200303NS A623 HW Transcultural Nursing‐Multicul 199801 200402NS A645 HW Healing in Health & Illness 200103 200402NS A656 HW Grant Writing for Health Prof 199901 200201 yesPETR A121 CT Surface Oilfield Equp II 199702 200303 Offered only at KPCPHAR A102 CT Pharmacy Terminology 200303 200303PHAR A103 CT Pharmacy Law & Ethics 200303 200303PHAR A106 CT Professionalism in Pharmacy 200303 200303PHAR A112 CT Info Tech for Pharm Tech 200303 200303

PHAR A114 CT Pharmacotherapeutics II 200303No Banner record of ever 

being offered

PHAR A195 CT Pharmacy Practicum 200203 200401

PHYS A311 AS Intermed Classical Mechanics 199702No Banner record of ever 

being offered

PRPE A060 CT Slingerland I 199803 200303PRPE A062 CT Multi‐Sensory Reading 199803 200303PRPE A064 CT Multi‐Sensory Grammar/Writing 199803 200303PRT A295 CT Technical Internship 200303 200303RUSS A102E AS *Elementary Russian II 199702 200201 yes GER HumanitiesRUSS A105 AS Conversational Skills I 199702 200401 May be stacked w/RUSS A205RUSS A384 AS Russian Women 200101 200301 yesRUSS A490B AS Sel Topic‐Russ Cult in Transla 199803 200001 yes yes yes yes Topics courseSOC A454 AS Eval Research And Change 199702 200303 Xlist JUST A454 (last offered 200403)SOC A490 AS Sel Topics Contemporary Issues 199801 200302 yes Topics courseSWK A443 HW Mental Health Prac, Prog 199702 200401SWK A471 HW Addictions And Social Wk 199702 200303SWK A657 HW FAS and FAE 200002 200203 yesSWK A658 HW Rural Social Work 199903 200102 yes yes yesTHR A330 AS Combat for the Stage II 199702 200402VE A443 CT Meth Of Instr/Voc Ed 199702 200401 May be stacked w/VE A643VE A643 CT Methods Of Instr/Voc Ed 199702 200401 May be stacked w/VE A443

Requests to retain courses in the active course catalog should include justification for retention. Requests should be submitted for review to the GAB/UAB through the Governance Office. No response indicates no support for retention.55