Environmental Science and Engineering (ESE)
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GME 661 Advanced Mechanical Vibrations 3 credits Advanced topics related to vibration of multi-dimensional and continuous parameter systems are examined and discussed. The course includes vibration analysis of various types of continuous parameter homogeneous and forced systems. It further includes methods of converting continuous parameter systems to discrete multi-dimensional systems. Additionally, concepts of vibration design including active suppression are investigated. Finally, vibration testing methods are discussed.
Environmental Science and Engineering (ESE)
GME 670 Mechanics of Composites 3 credits An introduction to the mechanics composite materials, specifically fiber-reinforced plastics (FRP). The course will focus on the macroscopic properties of laminated structures formed from FRP, including strength, stiffness, thermal and hygrothermal properties, and theories of failure. The course will present the classical lamination theory, with extensions to the theory as time permits.
Master of Science in Environmental Science and Management
GME 680 Design of Experiments 3 credits Review of Visual Basic and MINITAB; application of Monte Carlo software for Six Sigma Design: simple comparative experiments; experiments with single factor; the analysis of variance; randomized blocks, Latin squares, and related designs; factorial design; two and higher level fractional factorial designs. GME 690-699 Special Topics in Engineering 3 credits Special courses developed from study interest in all areas of Engineering. Brief description of current content to be announced in schedule of classes. Open to graduate students only.
Program Director: Hwidong Kim, Ph.D., PE
The program in Environmental Science and Management is diverse and dynamic, focusing on challenges in both the outdoor and built environment. The Department of Environmental Science and Engineering draws upon established relationships with local industries and environmental agencies making Gannon University a regional leader in environmental quality, environmental health, and environmental management. Two options are offered within the M.S. program: 1.) Environmental Health and Safety and 2.) Environmental Management. Graduates of the Environmental Health and Safety option have the ability to develop and implement technologies to improve and protect both environmental and human health. Many graduates are employed in areas of environmental compliance in the industry, consulting firms or the government. Students whose career plans are management and administrative in nature may pursue the Environmental Management option. This option combines environmental science courses with business courses in order to prepare students for environmental leadership roles.
PROGRAM OBJECTIVES AND LEARNING OUTCOMES The department has developed the following learning outcomes and an assessment process, to provide feedback for continuous improvement in the program. Graduates of the Environmental Science and Management program should demonstrate: 1. knowledge of environmental health, science, and engineering fundamentals relevant to the areas of air, water, land, and soil; 2. capability to design an environmental research study, collect and analyze data, and communicate the results; 3. understanding of environmental regulations and the roles of public and private organizations in environmental regulatory compliance; 4. the ability to communicate effectively and function as a member on multi-disciplinary teams; 5. knowledge of contemporary environmental issues on a local and global scale; and 6. c ontributions, such as service, to the profession and/or community.
