ayout 1 - The Cooper Union

TABLE OF CONTENTS

2011–2012 Academic Calendar 2Mission 3A Brief History of The Cooper Union 4

General Information 5Programs 5Facilities and Resources 5Application and Admission Information 9Fees and Expenses 16Financial Aid 17Scholarships, Fellowships, Awards and Prizes 19A Code of Fair Practice 21General Regulations 22

The Irwin S. Chanin School of Architecture 33Mission 33Bachelor of Architecture Curriculum 34Academic Standards and Regulations 36Master of Architecture II Curriculum 40Academic Integrity 41Facilities 42Courses 44Faculty 46

The School of Art 48Mission 48Bachelor of Fine Arts Curriculum 49Academic Standards and Regulations 52Facilities 55Courses 57Faculty 65

The Albert Nerken School of Engineering 67Mission 67Overview 68Facilities and Research 69Bachelor of Engineering Curriculum 69Academic Standards 73Grades of Record 74Master of Engineering Curriculum 76Course Designation 77Departments and Programs 78Courses 94Faculty 115Engineering Advisory Council 118

Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences 119Aims and Objectives 119Academic Regulations 119Courses 121Faculty 130

Trustees, Faculty, Officers, Administration, Emeriti 132Non Discrimination and Anti-Harassment Policies 134Index 143

Application 145

2011–2012 ACADEMIC CALENDARAND HOLIDAY SCHEDULE

August 30 TuesdayMove–in day for Residence Hall

August 30–September 1 Tuesday–ThursdayNew student orientation

September 5 MondayLabor Day (Staff Holiday)

September 6 TuesdayFall semester classes beginNOTE: TUESDAY CLASSES MEET

September 16 FridayThere will be a $25 fee for dropping classes after this date

September 20 TuesdayFall Festival

November 24–27 Thursday–SundayThanksgiving (Staff holiday)

November 29–December 5 Tuesday–MondayRegistration for Spring 2012 classes

December 19 MondayMONDAY CLASSES MEET

December 20 TuesdayNOTE: MODIFIED SCHEDULE; THURSDAY CLASSES MEET

December 21 WednesdayNOTE: MODIFIED SCHEDULE; FRIDAY CLASSES MEET

December 21 WednesdayFall semester classes and exams end (Final examinationswill be given during the last week of the semesteras announced by the schools)

December 22–January 16 Thursday–MondayWinter recess; all schools

December 22–January 3 Thursday–TuesdayStaff Holiday

January 4 WednesdayAdministrative Offices reopenAll grades are due in the Office of Admissionsand Records before noon

January 16 MondayMartin Luther King Jr.’s birthday (Staff holiday)

January 17 TuesdaySpring semester classes beginNOTE: MODIFIED SCHEDULE; MONDAY CLASSES MEET

January 27 FridayThere will be a $25 fee for dropping classes after this date

February 17–20 Friday–MondayFounder’s Day/President’s Day (Staff holiday)

March 10–18 Saturday–SundaySpring recess (Administrative offices remain open)

April 17–20 Tuesday–FridayRegistration for Fall 2012 classes

May 2–9 Wednesday–WednesdayLast week of spring semester classes

May 9 WednesdaySpring semester classes and exams endNOTE: MODIFIED SCHEDULE; FRIDAY CLASSES MEET(Final examinations will be given during the last week of thesemester as announced by the schools)

May 10 ThursdaySenior grades due in the Office of Admissionsand Records before 4 pm

May 14 MondayAll non-senior grades are due in the Office of Admissions andRecords before 4 pm

May 21 MondayCommencement rehearsal; annual student exhibition opens

May 22 TuesdayCommencement

May 28 MondayMemorial Day (Staff holiday)

July 4 WednesdayIndependence Day (Staff holiday)

2 THE COOPER UNION FOR THE ADVANCEMENT OF SCIENCE AND ART

32011–2012 COURSE CATALOG

THE COOPER UNIONFOR THE ADVANCEMENTOF SCIENCE & ART

MISSION STATEMENT

Through outstanding academic programs in architecture, art andengineering, The Cooper Union for the Advancement of Scienceand Art prepares talented students to make enlightened contri-butions to society.

The college admits undergraduates solely on merit andawards full-tuition scholarships to all enrolled students. The insti-tution provides close contact with a distinguished, creative facultyand fosters rigorous, humanistic learning that is enhanced by theprocess of design and augmented by the urban setting.

Founded in 1859 by Peter Cooper, industrialist and philan-thropist, The Cooper Union offers public programs for the civic,cultural and practicable enrichment of New York City.

A BRIEF HISTORYThe Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and Art,established in 1859, is among the nation’s oldest and most distin-guished institutions of higher education.

Located in New York City’s East Village, The Cooper Union isan all honors college that provides full-tuition scholarships to allundergraduates accepted. Dedicated exclusively to preparingstudents for the professions of architecture, art and engineering,The Cooper Union has an enrollment of approximately 1,000undergraduate students, all accepted on merit alone, and was thefirst college to forbid discrimination based on race, ethnicity orgender. The rigor of its three professional schools—The Irwin S.Chanin School of Architecture, the School of Art and the AlbertNerken School of Engineering—has made The Cooper Union oneof the most selective colleges in the nation.

Peter Cooper was a workingman’s son who had less than ayear of formal schooling. Yet he went on to become an industrialistand an inventor; it was Peter Cooper who designed and builtAmerica’s first steam railroad engine. Cooper made his fortunewith a glue factory and an iron foundry. Later, he turned his entre-preneurial skills to successful ventures in real estate, insurance,railroads and telegraphy. Once, he even ran for president.

In the late 1850s, when Cooper was a principal investor andfirst president of the New York, Newfoundland & London TelegraphCo., the firm undertook one of the 19th century’s monumentaltechnical enterprises—laying the first Atlantic cable. Cooper alsoinvented Jello—with help from his wife, Sarah, who added fruit tohis clarified gelatin.

If Cooper sounds like a real-life Horatio Alger, perhaps it is nosurprise that three of Alger’s tales tell of young men passingCooper Union’s stately Foundation Building and, duly inspired,deciding immediately to lead productive and moral lives.

As a boy, Peter Cooper learned carpentry, beer brewing andhat and coach making.But he was acutely aware of his lack of“evena common education,” a deficiency that bothered him throughouthis life. Though he later became one of America’s richest men, hecould not spell. So, in 1800, as a nine-year-old apprentice carriage-maker in New York City, he sought a place where he could learnscientific techniques and theory to supplement his innate inven-tiveness and manual skill. He found no such place.

As he grew up and became one of the most successful busi-nessmen of America’s Gilded Age, Cooper never forgot his begin-nings or his lack of education. He thought children of immigrantsand the working class deserved access to education. Believingthat education should be “as free as water or air” and inspired by

a polytechnic school in Paris, he spent the last 30 years of his lifecreating and nurturing a school for the “boys and girls of this city,who had no better opportunity than I.”

As one of the first colleges to offer a full-scholarship educa-tion both to men and women of working-class families, The CooperUnion was a pioneer long before access to education becamepublic policy. Cooper’s example motivated the founders of otherprestigious colleges, such as Andrew Carnegie, Ezra Cornell andMatthew Vassar.

At first, The Cooper Union provided night classes for men andwomen in the applied sciences and architectural drawing. In addi-tion, the college’s Women’s Art School, open during the day,offered free art classes and training in the new occupations ofphotography, telegraphy,“type-writing” and shorthand.

Those classes—a landmark in American history and theprototype for what is now called continuing education—haveevolved into three distinguished schools that make up The CooperUnion for the Advancement of Science and Art: The Irwin S.Chanin School of Architecture, the School of Art at The CooperUnion and the Albert Nerken School of Engineering.

Cooper, however, founded more than a college. From thebeginning, The Cooper Union also provided a public reading roomand library, and a meeting place for artists and inventors. In thehistoric 900-seat Great Hall, the public heard social and politicalreformers as well as free lectures on science and government.Before they were elected, Presidents Lincoln, Grant, Cleveland,Taft, Theodore Roosevelt and Barack Obama spoke in the cele-brated auditorium. Abraham Lincoln gave his “Right Makes Might”speech from the Great Hall podium, earning him the nominationfor the presidency. Woodrow Wilson, Bill Clinton and BarackObama also spoke there as sitting presidents. Today, the GreatHall continues as a home for public forums, cultural events andcommunity activities.

The Cooper Union is also the place where Thomas Edisonand Felix Frankfurter studied, where the Red Cross and NAACPwere organized, where suffragist Susan B. Anthony had her officesand where researchers developed the prototype of the microchip.

Peter Cooper’s dream was to give talented young people theone privilege he lacked—a good education. He also wanted tomake possible the development of talent that otherwise wouldhave gone undiscovered. His dream—providing an education“equal to the best”—has come true. Since 1859, The CooperUnion has educated thousands of artists, architects and engi-neers, many of them leaders in their fields. Today, his dream is stillour mission.


PROGRAMS

The following programs at The Cooper Union have been registeredby the New York State Education Department.

Program Hegis Code Degree

Architecture 0202 B.Arch.

Engineering 0901 B.S.

Chemical Engineering 0906 B.E.

Civil Engineering 0908 B.E.

Electrical Engineering 0909 B.E.

Interdisciplinary Engineering 0901 B.E.

Mechanical Engineering 0910 B.E.

Fine Arts 1001 B.F.A.

Fine Arts 5610 Certificate

Master of Engineering 0901 M.E.

Master of Architecture 0202 M.Arch. II

Accreditation The Cooper Union is accredited by the MiddleStates Commision on Higher Education; all of the degree programsare registered with the New York State Education Department. Inaddition, the program leading to the degree Bachelor of Architec-ture is accredited by the National Architectural Accrediting Board,the program leading to the degree bachelor of fine arts is accred-ited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design andthe four programs (chemical, civil, electrical and mechanical engi-neering) leading to the degree bachelor of engineering are accred-ited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of theAccreditation Board for Engineering and Technology.

The National Architectural Accrediting Board mandates thatthe following information be included in catalogs: In the UnitedStates, most state registration boards require a degree from anaccredited professional degree program as a prerequisite forlicensure. The National Architectural Accrediting Board (NAAB),which is the sole agency authorized to accredit U.S. professionaldegree programs in architecture, recognizes three types ofdegrees: the Bachelor of Architecture, the Master of Architecture,and the Doctor of Architecture. A program may be granted a 6-year, 3-year, or 2-year term of accreditation, depending on theextent of its conformance with established educational standards.

Doctor of Architecture and Master of Architecture degreeprograms may consist of a pre-professional undergraduate degreeand a professional graduate degree that, when earned sequen-tially, constitute an accredited professional education. However,the preprofessional degree is not, by itself, recognized as anaccredited degree.

The Irwin S. Chanin School of Architecture of The CooperUnion offers the following NAAB-accredited degree programs:Bachelor of Architecture. (160 undergraduate credits). The nextaccreditation visit for this program will be in 2016.

FACILITIES AND RESOURCES

The Cooper Union comprises five buildings at Manhattan’sCooper Square, between Sixth and Ninth Streets and Third andFourth Avenues.

The Foundation Building At the center of this educationalcomplex is the Foundation Building, the college’s original struc-ture, which was built under Peter Cooper’s supervision. Housedin the building are the Great Hall, The Cooper Union’s historic

auditorium; The Irwin S. Chanin School of Architecture; much ofthe School of Art, the library; The Arthur A. Houghton Jr. Galleryand the Office of the President. The building also includes theArchitecture Archive, classrooms, shops and studios.

The building is open during the fall and spring semesters from8 am to 2 am, Monday through Thursday; 8 am to midnight, Fridayand Saturday; and noon to 2 am on Sunday. Hours may beextended during high-use periods such as the last two weeks ofthe semester. The School of Architecture office is open Mondaythrough Friday, 9 am to 5 pm. The School of Art office is open from8:30 am,to 6 pm during the academic year.Shops,special labs, thecomputer studio and other facilities that require supervision areopen on a more restricted basis; each facility posts its own hours.A detailed schedule is available from the School of Art office.

During the summer months, the Foundation Building is openfrom 8 am to 6 pm Monday through Thursday; the administrativeoffices are open from 9 am to 5:15 pm Monday through Thursday;and all of the educational facilities are closed except to high schoolstudents who participate in the Saturday/Outreach Program andparticipants in the Summer Residency Program.

41Cooper Square In September 2009, The Cooper Union opened41 Cooper Square, its newest facility. The building was designed byPritzker Prize-winning architect Thom Mayne, and features state-of-the-art laboratories, classrooms and studios along with confer-ence rooms, lounges, 41 Cooper Gallery and the Frederick P. RoseAuditorium. It houses the Albert Nerken School of Engineering, theFaculty of Humanities and Social Sciences, the Louis and Jean-nette Brooks Computer Center,The Herb Lubalin Study Center,TheSaturday Outreach Program and provides student and teachingstudios. In the fall of 2010,the U.S.Green Building Council awarded41 Cooper Square the LEED Platinum rating, its most rigorous levelof certification that acknowledges the building’s array of greenfeatures which reduce energy use and enhance the environment.41 Cooper Square is the first academic building in New York City toachieve the LEED Platinum status.


The building is open from 8 am through 2 am Monday throughThursday, 8 am through midnight Friday and Saturday, and noonthrough 2 am on Sundays.The Albert Nerken School of EngineeringOffice and the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences Office,are both open from 9 am to 5 pm Monday through Friday, and 9 amto 5:15 pm Monday through Thursday during the summer. TheBrooks Computer Center is open from 9 am to midnight Mondaythrough Friday, and noon through 8 pm on Saturday and Sunday.

30 Cooper Square The Business Office, Center for Design &Typography, Office Services (mail, photocopies, supplies), and theOffices of Admissions and Records, Registrar, Student Services(financial aid,career counseling,health, recreation and safety) andExternal Affairs (Alumni Relations, Annual Fund, Alumni Associa-tion, Development, Public Affairs, The Saturday Outreach Programand Continuing Education and Public Programs) are housed at 30Cooper Square. The building is open for public service from 9 am to5 pm, Monday through Friday. Summer hours are Monday throughThursday, 9 am to 5:15 pm.

Student Residence Located on Stuyvesant Street and ThirdAvenue, the Student Residence opened in 1992 and provideshousing for 178 students. Three, four or five students share eachtwo- or three-bedroom unit. Each unit contains a bathroom andkitchenette. The building contains a laundry room, the residencehall office on the third floor, a study room, the Menschel CommonRoom and Peter Torraco Alumni Space.

The Student Residence is staffed by the Director of ResidenceLife,assistant manager,24-hour security guards,resident assistantsand maintenance staff. The building has sprinkler, security cameraand alarm systems. Access for residents is controlled by a palmscanner.

The privilege of residing in the building is generally extendedonly to students in their first year of study. New students receiveinstructions on how to apply when they are admitted to The CooperUnion. Continuing students who have a special need (i.e., medicalor financial problems) will be considered for housing on a spaceavailable basis and should inform the resident manager of theirspecial circumstances at the time of re-application in April.

Social programming for the building occurs in the MenschelRoom with its spacious terrace, a generous gift from the Horace W.Goldsmith Foundation.

Housing fees for the 2011–2012 academic year are $5,400per student per single room per semester and $4,850 per studentper double room per semester.

Refund Policy for Student Residence A refund of housingcharges resulting from an approved request to cancel the housingagreement will be made in accordance with the followingschedule: 100 percent of the total housing charges for thesemester if the cancelation request is made prior to August 1 forthe subsequent fall semester and December 1 for the subsequentspring semester; 65 percent if made by September 30 for the fallsemester and January 31 for the spring; and 35 percent if madeby October 31 for the fall and February 28(29) for the spring. Norefunds will be made after these dates.

Students who are evicted from the Student Residence orwhose Housing Agreements are terminated for violations of theterms of the Housing Agreement are not eligible for refunds.

21 Stuyvesant Street The historic townhouse at 21 StuyvesantStreet, which is known as the Stuyvesant Fish House, was givento the college as a gift in the late 1990s. Renovated by CooperUnion architecture alumna Toshiko Mori, it serves as the Presi-dent’s Residence.

Hecht Viewing Gardens Located in front of the student residenceare the George Hecht Viewing Gardens, made possible by a giftfrom Hecht, a 1930 electrical engineering alumnus.

The Cooper Union Library The Library’s specialized collectionsprovide support for the academic programs at the institution’sthree degree-granting schools of Art, Architecture and Engi-neering, as well as courses in the Humanities and Social Sciences.

Located on the main floor of the Foundation Building, theLibrary house over 100,000 volumes of books and periodicals,maintains collections that include visual and historic materials,and provides access to a wide variety of electronic resources,including thousands of e-journals and e-books. The Library offersgroup instruction in research techniques and has computer facil-ities for individual research and study. The Library’s electronicresources are accessible from any computer on campus as well asto authorized users off campus. The Visual Resources Collectionis comprised of DVDs, videotapes, 16 mm films, digital images,slides, maps and blueprints. The Cooper Archives preserve manu-scripts, papers, photographs and memorabilia relating to thehistory of The Cooper Union, its founder Peter Cooper and theCooper and Hewitt families.

Professional librarians are always available during libraryhours to assist students, faculty and staff with their informationneeds. Librarians also perform specialized searches and provideclass instruction.


The Cooper Union Library is a member of a consortium ofacademic libraries that includes New York University’s Bobst Libraryand the libraries of The New School. Under this agreement, thelibraries share a combined online catalog,and students and facultyof The Cooper Union have access and borrowing privileges at theconsortium libraries. Separate agreements provide access andborrowing privileges at the library of the Polytechnic Institute of NewYork University and access to the Cardozo School of Law library.

When classes are in session, Library hours are as follows:Monday through Thursday 8:45 am–9 pm, Friday 8:45 am–6pm,Saturday noon–5 pm and Sunday 2–8 pm. The Visual ResourcesCollection is open Monday through Friday 9 am–5 pm. The CooperArchives is available by appointment.

When classes are not in session, the Library is open Mondaythrough Friday 9 am–5 pm. Summer hours are Monday throughThursday 9 am–5 pm. The Library is closed on holidays observedby the college.

Continuing EducationContinuing Education offers to the generalpublic and the Cooper Union community a wide range of lectures,symposia, readings, performances and evening courses. Thesepublic programs comprise an effort to extend the creative andintellectual life of the college into the larger community, as well asto complement Cooper’s undergraduate offerings. Many of theprograms, including courses, are free to Cooper Union students,faculty and staff.

The Great Hall The Great Hall of The Cooper Union has stood forover a century and a half as a bastion of free speech and a witnessto the flow of American history and ideas. When the hall opened in1858, more than a year in advance of the completion of the insti-tution, it quickly became a mecca for all interested in seriousdiscussion and debate of the vital issues of the day. It hascontinued in that role ever since.

Student LifeWith fewer than 1,000 students, The Cooper Unionis a small community of professionals-in-training within the largercommunity of New York City. The intellectual ferment of New YorkCity provides the background for students’ rigorous studies inarchitecture, art or engineering, and students enjoy the abun-dance of cafés, galleries, theaters, movie houses, restaurants,shops and clubs within walking distance. The local stations of twomajor subway lines provide easy access to midtown Manhattanand the outer boroughs.

The dean of students and the staff of the Office of StudentServices oversee many aspects of student life outside the class-room, including student clubs and the student government, careercounseling, financial aid, student health insurance, athletics

and recreation and the production of the Campus Securityand Fire Safety Report.

Life on campus is shaped by the current interests ofstudents. The Joint Student Council has representatives from allclass years in all three schools and allocates funding to studentclubs through the Joint Activities Committee (JAC). Under therules of the JAC Constitution, clubs are readily formed and as aresult, new clubs emerge every year. Up to 80 clubs have flour-ished annually, including multiple professional organizations, adrama society, several musical groups, dance clubs, the studentnewspaper, a variety of ethnic and cultural groups and recreationalgroups. The clubs have sponsored lectures, exhibits, field trips,conferences, poetry readings, films, dinners, publications,performances, ice cream socials, international food fairs andcommunity service work. Each year, the clubs jointly sponsor theFall Festival where members recruit new students to join the clubsand give information about upcoming activities. Professional soci-eties compete in national design competitions and have a stellarrecord of bringing home prizes.

Students at The Cooper Union also participate in an exten-sive program of athletic and recreational activities supervised bythe associate dean of student services. There are varsity women’sand men’s volleyball teams, basketball, cross-country, women’sand men’s tennis teams, soccer and ping pong teams, as well asclasses in fencing, yoga, aerobics and tae kwan do. Varsity teamshave won Hudson Valley Athletic Conference championships inseveral different sports in recent years and individual players havebeen voted player of the week. Cooper Union students have accessto two athletic facilities very close to the school where they canenjoy these activities. Each year, several hundred students, alumniand friends go on the annual ski trips to Mont Sutton, Quebec,during the winter breaks in January and February.

NewStudent OrientationNew students are invited to an orienta-tion prior to the beginning of the fall semester. This three-dayprogram provides an opportunity for first-year and new transferstudents to meet each other and to get acquainted with continuingstudents and administrators. Sessions on campus are designed tofamiliarize students with the academic program and culture at TheCooper Union. Mandatory sessions on academic integrity helpstudents to understand how to prepare papers for college courses.



Services for Disabled Students The Cooper Union is an equalopportunity institution that admits students without regard todisabling conditions. The Cooper Union makes reasonable accom-modations to meet the needs of disabled students on campus.A variety of supplemental services can be arranged. These caninclude, but are not limited to, providing note takers, readersand interpreters.

Disabled students should contact the dean of students forassistance at least six weeks before the beginning of the semester.

Career Development The mission of the Center for CareerDevelopment is to provide assistance with professional andeducational growth. The Career Center augments The CooperUnion’s academically centered tradition by preparing students tomake a successful transition from studying with a distinguishedand creative faculty to applying their knowledge and skills to aprofessional practice. The Career Center strengthens The CooperUnion’s historic commitment to science and art by facilitatingstudent inquiry into relevant applications of the education theyhave received at the institution.

The Career Center helps both students and alumni to furthertheir professional development by teaching them how to conductcareer-related research, prepare competitive application mate-rials, and present their accomplishments. It develops positive rela-tionships related to employment, internships and graduate study,as well as grants, fellowships and scholarships outside The CooperUnion; supports both student learning and institutional goals; andassists with relevant assessment research endeavors and theirpublication, especially in relation to accreditation standards.

Students are encouraged to review career-preparation time-lines, postings for internships and full-time positions, outcomesdata, graduate-school timelines and related events, experiential-learning programs, and grants, fellowships and scholarships atwww.cooper.edu/career

The Cooper Union Alumni Association The Alumni Associationcomprises all Cooper Union graduates and former students whowere not graduated but who matriculated and attended at leastone year, left The Cooper Union in good standing and whoseclasses have been graduated. The Association was organized in1936 to foster the loyalty, interest and support of those whostudied at this unique institution. Each year, all members of theAssociation receive ballots to select the members of the AlumniCouncil and the Executive Board, which are the leadership bodiesof the Association. Members of the Alumni Council and ExecutiveBoard serve on committees to organize events commemoratingFounder’s Day, plan reunions, host young alumni events, coordi-

nate class representatives and maintain an Alumni Associationweb site. The Association also supervises the annual fund, theprimary source of contributions to the operating budget of TheCooper Union. Generous contributions to the annual fund byalumni, parents and others enable The Cooper Union to furtherPeter Cooper’s mission of proving a full-tuition scholarship to alladmitted students. Members of the alumni body providementoring and career insights through our CU@Lunch program,in conjunction with the Office of Career Services. The Associationalso recognizes outstanding seniors with the Service to Schoolawards and presents four annual prestigious alumni awards:Alumnus of the Year, Gano Dunn, John Q. Hejduk and Augustus St.Gaudens. Through the Alumni Council, alumni are represented onvarious faculty committees and on the Board of Trustees. You canlearn more about the Alumni Association and purchase CooperUnion merchandise by visiting our website at www. cualumni.comor e-mail us at [email protected].


APPLICATION ANDADMISSION INFORMATION

TheProcessThe admission process varies according to the schoolto which an applicant applies (architecture, art, engineering).

First-year applicants to The Irwin S. Chanin School ofArchitecture submit their applications no later than January 6 ofthe year they plan to attend. In late January or early February, eachapplicant is mailed a hometest with specific instructions. Thehometest contains projects that must be completed and returnedto the Office of Admissions and Records within approximately 30days. Each hometest is then reviewed by the School of Architec-ture Admissions Committee. Admission is offered to approximately25-30 students, based on the hometest and a review of thestudent’s previous academic record. The hometest becomes theproperty of The Cooper Union and may be exhibited anonymouslyfor academic purposes.

First-year applicants to theSchool of Art submit their appli-cations no later than January 9 of the year they plan to attend. Inlate January or early February, each applicant is mailed a home-test with specific instructions and a series of personal essay ques-tions. The hometest contains projects that must be produced andreturned to the Office of Admissions and Records, together withthe essays and a portfolio of previous work, within approximately30 days. Each complete record is then reviewed by a facultycommittee. Final decisions are made by the Art School AdmissionsCommittee based on all elements of the application, with substan-tial weight given to the hometest. Admission is offered to approxi-mately 65 students.

First-year applicants to the Albert Nerken School ofEngineering submit their applications no later than February 1 ofthe year they plan to attend. Once the initial application is filed,each applicant is mailed a series of questions to be answered inessay format. Academic components of an applicant’s record—the high school average, SAT I (or ACT) scores, SAT II scores inmathematics (I or II) and physics or chemistry and strength ofcourse selection—are used in evaluating a student for admission.Essays and teacher/counselor recommendations are also consid-ered to ensure that the admission offers reflect an accurate matchbetween applicant and institution. Admission is offered to approx-imately 180 students.

For information about the SAT I or II exams, please visitwww.collegeboard.org. For information about the ACT, which canbe taken in lieu of the SAT I exam only, please visit www.act.org. Forfurther information about The Cooper Union, please visit ourwebsite at www.cooper.edu.

Application Calendar for Architecture (Undergraduate)

Submit first-year application before: January 6Submit high school records before: January 31Apply to the College Board

for SAT I at least one month before taking test.Recommended SAT I test date before: January 31

Submit transfer application before: January 6

Application Calendar for Architecture (Graduate)

Submit application and all materials before: February 1Apply to the College Board

for GRE at least one month before taking test.1

Recommended GRE test date before: December 3

Application Calendar for Art

Submit first-year application before: January 9Submit high school records before: January 31Apply to the College Board for

SAT I at least one month before taking test.1

Recommended SAT I test date before: January 31Submit transfer application before: January 9

Application Calendar for Engineering (Undergraduate)

Submit first-year application before: February 1Submit high school records before: January 31Apply to the College Board for

SAT I at least one month before taking test.1Recommended SAT I test date before: January 31

SAT results not acceptable if older than: April 2009Apply to the College Board for

Math I or II and Physics or Chemistry SAT II Testsat least one month before taking tests.1

Recommended SAT II Test date before: January 31Submit transfer application before: March 9

Application Calendar for Engineering (Graduate)

Cooper Union students should submitgraduate applications before: February 15

Graduates from other colleges may submitgraduate applications before: February 15

The Cooper Union offers its full-tuition scholarship education toresidents of the United States of America who qualify in thecompetition for admission, regardless of their race, religion, sex,color, age, national and ethnic origin or handicap. Graduation froman approved secondary school course covering at least 16 units orthe equivalent is required of all candidates. Admission require-ments and procedures are not the same for all curricula taught atThe Cooper Union. (See the application calendar above, andsubsequent pages for details.)

The application is available to be downloaded or transmittedonline at www.cooper.edu. A $65 non-refundable application feeis required when the application is filed. The admissions office isopen for public service from 9 am to 5 pm, Monday through Friday.Information is readily available at www.cooper.edu.

1 New York State residents should consult the Student Bulletin, New York State Edition (College Board),to confirm test dates.


2 A waiver of application fee may be granted if the student files a written request with the applicationand formal documentation of need (FAFSA or W2 form).

3 See the appropriate section below to discover which high school subjects, which college records andwhich tests are required for the curriculum you wish to enter at Cooper Union.

4 A unit represents a year’s study in a subject, with classes meeting at least four times a week in asecondary school.

5 Students who have not demonstrated an appropriate level of mathematics achievement will berequired to enroll in a precalculus course in the summer prior to their enrollment, in preparation forMa 163-164 Calculus and Analytic Geometry, which is a first-year requirement.

General Application ProcedureEach candidate should:1. Complete and return or electronically file an acceptableapplication and the $65 application fee (no cash).2

2. Submit official high school and college records before thespecified deadlines.3

3. Take all the required tests.3

4. Some students may be asked to appear for an interview,though this is not a general requirement for admission.

To be enrolled, each admitted candidate must:1. Accept offer of admission and pay the appropriate deposit.2. Submit a final transcript before July 15.3. File medical—including vaccination and immunization—records.4.Document certification of citizenship status.5.Register for courses.

The Cooper Union has agreed with many other colleges to use May1 prior to the fall for which admission is sought as the deadline forstudents who are accepting our offers of admission. This is knownas the candidate’s reply date.

First-Year Application Requirements—Bachelor of Architecture DegreeApplications for first-year admission must be submitted beforeJanuary 6.

Applicants for first-year admission in architecture will berequired to complete and submit a home test. Details will bemailed to applicants in late January or early February.

High school records must show graduation with a minimumof 16 units4before July 15 of the year for which admission is sought,with required and elective subjects as follows:

Subject Units RequiredforArchitecture

English 4

History and Social Studies 3

Mathematics (including Trigonometry, Algebra II

and Pre-calculus) 35

Science 3

Other Electives 6

Total Units Required 19

Students who apply while attending high school will be expectedto supply transcripts of subjects studied during the first three yearsof high school (Grades 9, 10 and 11). High school graduates mustsupply the full four-year record. High school transcripts should besent during the fall and winter months, but no later than January31 if supporting a freshman application. Each candidate shouldmake certain that the high school subjects required for his or hermajor are completed prior to graduation since The Cooper Unionwill not be able to verify the candidates senior program until finaltranscripts arrive in June or July. This is too late to make up amissing required subject or to make plans for admission to anothercollege. All freshman candidates for degrees must submit accept-able scores on the College Board Scholastic Assessment Test (SATI or ACT). Test scores should be sent to The Cooper Union (CEEBCode No. 2097). Testing later than January 31 of the year for whichadmission is sought is not acceptable; results must reach TheCooper Union before March 1. Applicants are required to havecompleted mathematics through Trigonometry, Algebra II andPre-calculus. Students who have not demonstrated an appropriatelevel of mathematics achievement will be required to complete aprecalculus course in the summer prior to their enrollment, inpreparation for Ma 163-164 Calculus and Analytic Geometry, afirst-year requirement.

Recognizing that communication skills (both verbal andwritten) are integral to all curricula of The Cooper Union, allincoming students will be required to participate in a writing work-shop conducted by the Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciencesduring the new student orientation program. An assessment basedon the outcome of this workshop may indicate that student(s) willbenefit from use of the resources of the Center for Writing (seepage 120 for more information) in order to meet the expectationsof the program as well as to develop the critical analytical andcommunication skills that provide the foundation for creative,academic and professional success.

Applicants whose first language is not English must submitdocumentation of their English language proficiency. The Test ofEnglish as a Foreign Language will be taken into consideration inall admission deliberations (most admitted students score at least250 [CBT], 100 [IBT] or 600 [paper test] on the TOEFL exam).

Admission decisions will be made available in early April;candidates are expected to reply before May 1, the candidate’sreply date.


6 A unit represents a year’s study in a subject, with classes meeting at least four times a week in asecondary school.

7 Including calculus.

First-Year Application Requirements—Art DegreeApplicationsfor first-year admission must be submitted before January 9.

Applicants for freshman admission in art will be required tocomplete and submit the hometest and a portfolio of their(completed) works. Details will be mailed to applicants in lateJanuary or early February.

High school records must show graduation with a minimumof 16 units6 before July 15 of the year for which admission issought, with required and elective subjects as follows:

Subject Units Requiredfor Art

English 4


Mathematics 1

Science 1

Other Electives 8

Total Units Required 16

Students who apply while attending high school will be expectedto supply transcripts of subjects studied during the first three yearsof high school (Grades 9, 10 and 11). High school graduates mustsupply the full four-year record. High school transcripts should besent during the fall and winter months, but no later than January31 if supporting a freshman application. Each candidate shouldmake certain that the high school subjects required for his or hermajor are completed prior to graduation since The Cooper Unionwill not be able to verify his or her senior program until final tran-scripts arrive in June or July. This is too late to make up a missingrequired subject or to make plans for admission to another college.All first-year candidates for degrees must submit acceptablescores on the College Board Scholastic Assessment Test (SAT I orACT). Test scores should be sent to The Cooper Union (CEEBCollege Code No. 2097). Testing later than January 31 of the yearfor which admission is sought is not acceptable; results mustreach The Cooper Union before March 1. Applicants whosefirst language is not English are encouraged to submit alternativedocumentation of their English language proficiency. The Testof English as a Foreign Language will be taken into considerationin all admission deliberations (most admitted students score atleast 250 [CBT], 100 [IBT] or 600 [paper test] on the TOEFL exam).Admission decisions will be made available in early April;candidates are expected to reply before May 1, the candidate’sreply date.

First-Year Application Requirements—Engineering(Undergraduate) Candidates should file their applicationsbefore February 1 of the year for which admission is sought andtheir official high school transcripts before January 31.

High school records must show the following: 7

Subject Units RequiredforEngineering

English 4


Mathematics 4

Physics 1

Chemistry 1

Electives 5–7

Total Units Required 17 minimum

19 recommended

Students in high school will be expected to supply transcriptscovering subjects taken during the first three years of high school(Grades 9, 10 and 11). High school graduates must supply the fullfour-year record. High school transcripts should be sent during thefall and winter months, but no later than January 31 if supportinga freshman application.

Each candidate should make certain that the high schoolsubjects required for admission are completed prior to graduationsince The Cooper Union will not be able to verify his or her seniorprogram until final transcripts arrive in June or July. This is too lateto make up a missing required subject or to make plans for admis-sion to another college. In the area of mathematics, candidatesmay offer somewhat different patterns of preparation providedthey will be ready for the intensive study of calculus at college.Preparation beyond the listed minimum in mathematics is highlyrecommended. College Board Advanced Placement Mathematicsare suitable courses for such further preparation.

All engineering candidates must send to The CooperUnion (College Board Code No. 2097) results of the SAT I orACT and of the SAT II in physics or chemistry and in eitherLevel I or Level II mathematics. Applications for the SAT I and IIshould be filed with the College Board in Princeton, NJ, at least onemonth before the testing dates. Testing later than January 31 ofthe year for which admission is sought is not acceptable; resultsmust reach The Cooper Union before March 1. Results of an SATor ACT taken before April 2009 will not be accepted. Applicantswhose first language is not English are encouraged to submit alter-native documentation of their English language proficiency. TheTest of English as a Foreign Language will be taken into consider-ation in all admission deliberations (most admitted students scoreat least 250 [CBT], 100 [IBT] or 600 [paper test] on the TOEFL


exam) Admission decisions will be made in early April; candidatesare expected to reply before May 1, the candidate’s reply date.

First-Year Profile–Fall 2010 In 2010, The Cooper Union received3,354 first-year applications; 281 students were admitted (8percent) and 214 of those students accepted our offer (76percent). The School of Architecture received 796 applications;27 students were admitted (three percent) and 24 of thoseaccepted our offer (89 percent).The School of Art received 1,468applications; 68 students were admitted (five percent) and 66 ofthose students accepted our offer (97 percent). The School ofEngineering received 1090 applications; 186 students wereadmitted (17 percent) and 124 of those students accepted ouroffer (67 percent).

Geographically, 42 percent of the first-year architecturestudents lived in New York State; 40 percent of the first-year artstudents lived in New York State; and 57 percent of the first-yearengineering students lived in New York State. In all, 50 percent ofall Cooper Union first-year students came from New York State.

Twenty-five percent of all Cooper Union first-year studentsare Asian; 19 percent are African American, Caribbean or Latino;1 percent are Native American; 13 percent are internationalstudents; and 41 percent are Caucasian, non-Latino. Thirty-sixpercent of all Cooper Union first-year students are women.

PleaseNote: SAT or ACT scores do not significantly enter the deci-sion-making process of the School of Art but are important ingre-dients of the architecture and engineering admissions criteria. Themiddle 50 percent of the architecture freshmen scored a highschool average between 86 and 94 and SATs between 1200 and1380. The middle 50 percent of the art freshmen scored a highschool average between 82 and 92 and SATs between 1070 and1300. The middle 50 percent of the engineering freshmen scoreda high school average between 94 and 98 and SATs between 1400and 1510.

Retention and Graduation RateNinety-seven percent of the fall2009 School of Architecture first-year students returned for fall2010 and 77 percent of first-year students entering the School ofArchitecture in fall 2004 graduated within six years. Architecturestudents may expand their professional options with outside expe-rience (foreign or domestic) for up to one year during their courseof study at The Cooper Union. (See page 38 for information aboutLeave of Absence/Interim Year.) Ninety-six percent of the fall 2009School of Art first-year students returned for fall 2010 and 90percent of first-year students entering the School of Art in fall 2005graduated within five years. Ninety-three percent of the fall 2009

School of Engineering first-year students returned for fall 2010and 79 percent of first-year students entering the School of Engi-neering in fall 2005 graduated within five years.

Transfer Application Requirements—Bachelor of ArchitectureDegreeTransfer applicants for the architecture program are thosewho will have completed elsewhere at least one year of an accred-ited architecture program by June of the year for which admissionis sought.

Other individuals may be eligible to apply through thetransfer application process if they can submit a portfolio of theircreative work. This includes individuals who have or will have byJune a bachelor’s degree or the equivalent in a discipline otherthan architecture or those who have begun studies in a disciplinerelated to architecture. Transfer applicants must apply beforeJanuary 6 for September classes. Transfer applicants will berequired to complete and submit a home test. Details will bemailed to applicants with the portfolio instructions. The admissiondecisions and the levels of entry for transfer students will be basedupon a review of college record, the home test and portfolio work.Special instructions concerning the content and form of transferportfolios are mailed to applicants in late January or earlyFebruary, to be returned to us by the posted date. All transfer appli-cants must submit official transcripts of previous educationalexperiences (high school and college and prior SAT or ACT scores).

If admitted, transfer students are offered admission into aspecific year of the five-year design sequence. This decision is finaland acceptance of the offer of admission represents agreementon the part of the admitted student with this decision. It will benecessary for the matriculating transfer student to successfullycomplete the design studio to which he/she is admitted, as well asall subsequent studios, as part of his or her degree requirements.Transfer applicants from programs other than accredited archi-tecture programs will likely be placed in the first-year Design studio(Architectonics). The official academic transcript of a transferstudent will be reviewed prior to the student’s first registration. Thisreview will determine what, if any, additional coursework may beeligible for transfer credit. (See page 36 for more information ontransfer credit evaluation by the School of Architecture.)

Application Requirements—Master of Architecture II DegreeThe post-professional Master of Architecture degree program isopen to applicants who:• hold the degree of Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.), the masterof architecture I (M.Arch. I) or an equivalent professional degreefrom an international institution


• have completed a minimum of one year of work experience afterobtaining their first professional degree.

All applicants must submit the following:• A completed application form (available athttp://archweb.cooper.edu/marchII.html).• Application fee of $65.• Official academic records (transcripts) from all colleges anduniversities from which you have received credit.• Recent GRE scores.• Recommendation letters (three are required).• Resume/CV.• Written essay: The essay should succinctly explain yourinterest in the M.Arch. II program as well as the specified area ofconcentration.• Portfolio: Applicants must submit a portfolio that includes theirmost important and representative design and written work. Theportfolio should consist of professional, academic and/or scholarlywork. It should be bound into a brochure no larger than 9" x 12"(overall size). Applicants should not submit CDs, slides, loosesheets or original drawings. Simple packaging is preferred.• Potential candidates will be required to be available and makenecessary arrangements for a personal interview. Interviewexpenses will be the responsibility of the candidate.

Deferral of an Offer of Admission—Architecture Due to thesmall size of the programs, the deferral of an offer of admission tothe B.Arch. (undergraduate) and/or M.Arch. II (graduate) programis not permitted.

Transfer Application Requirements—ArtTransfer applicants forthe art degree or certificate programs are those who will havecompleted between 18 and 60 credits of college studio art coursesby the time they enroll at The Cooper Union.

All other applicants are freshman candidates. Transfer appli-cants must apply before January 9 for classes beginning inSeptember. The admission decisions for transfer students will bebased upon a review of prior college record and of portfolio work,including the hometest. Special instructions concerning contentand form of transfer portfolios are mailed to applicants in lateJanuary or early February, to be returned to us by the posted date.Transfer applicants must not have completed more than 60 creditsat another institution. (See also page 52.) All transfer applicantsmust submit official transcripts of previous educational experi-ences (high school and college and prior SAT or ACT scores). Anaccepted applicant who has previously earned a baccalaureate

degree in a discipline other than art will be treated as a transferstudent for purposes of evaluating completion of degree require-ments and length of time allotted at The Cooper Union to completethe B.F.A.

Transfer Application Requirements—Engineering Transferapplications should be submitted before March 9 of the year forwhich admission is sought. It may be necessary to wait until lateMay, when the available space may be predicted accurately,before receiving notification of the admission decision. Transferapplicants must have completed all of The Cooper Union’s first-year program at another accredited college. If space is available,they are admitted on the basis of prior college records. All transferapplicants must submit official transcripts of previous educationalexperiences (high school and college and prior SAT or ACT scores).Special emphasis is placed on college-level grades in calculus,chemistry and physics.

Master of Engineering Application Requirements Students areaccepted on an academically competitive basis subject to theavailability of an adviser and of suitable facilities for the proposedthesis research. To be admitted to the program, a student shouldhave completed an engineering baccalaureate program that isaccredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Tech-nology (ABET). Undergraduate students are not guaranteedadmission to the program.

Cooper Union Undergraduatesmust have a minimum 3.0 gradepoint average in the major upon graduation. Consult the depart-ment chairman regarding specific departmental requirements.Generally, students entering Cooper Union undergraduateprograms as freshmen require five years to complete the masterof engineering and no more than six years. For BSE students, anoverall 3.0 grade point average is required in all engineeringcourses. That grade point average will be calculated using courseswith the prefixes ChE, CE, ECE, ME, EID and ESC. Furthermorethere must be a sufficient number of these engineering courses ina student’s record for the grade point average to be meaningful.Cooper Union undergraduates will be required to pay the non-refundable $65 application fee when applying to the Master ofEngineering program.

Graduates from Other Colleges Depending on the availability offaculty and facilities, the engineering departments may be able toadmit a few outstanding students into their master’s degreeprograms from outside The Cooper Union. To be considered for


8 ACT scores may be substituted for SAT I scores only. Please visit www.act.org for more information.9 Students who earn a grade of 5 must take a Department of Physics examination in order to receivethe 4 credits.

admission, a student should have completed an engineeringbaccalaureate program that is accredited by the AccreditationBoard for Engineering and Technology (ABET). Applicants mustsubmit official transcripts. Graduates of foreign institutions whosenative language is not English are required to submit scores of theTest of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL). Admitted studentsmay be required to take advanced engineering courses to makeup any deficiencies in their preparation. Specific admissionrequirements may be waived upon recommendation of the facultyin the area of the student’s major interest.

All application forms must be submitted to the Office ofAdmissions and Records by February 1. The application form isavailable to be downloaded at www.cooper.edu.

College Boards All candidates for first-year admission to TheCooper Union’s undergraduate degree programs and for the certifi-cate program in art are required to take the Scholastic AssessmentTest (SAT I) of the College Entrance Examination Board.8 CollegeBoard application forms and SAT descriptions may be obtained inmost high schools or by writing to the College Board, SAT Program,PO Box 025505, Miami FL 33102. College Board applications,with the required fee, should be returned to the College Board (notto Cooper Union) at least one month before the test date. Theboard tests are given at centers readily available around the world.Please visit www.collegeboard.com for more information. In addi-tion, all candidates for freshman admission to the School of Engi-neering must take the SAT II in math (I or II) and physics orchemistry. (See Application Calendar on page 9). All College Boardtest results must be sent to Cooper Union (CEEB College Code No.2097). SAT or ACT scores do not significantly enter the decision-making process of the School of Art, but are important ingredientsof the architecture and engineering admission criteria.

English Proficiency Students with low verbal SAT I or ACT scoresand records of poor achievement in English language study maybe required to take a placement examination and, on the basis ofthat examination, to demonstrate increased proficiency in Englishbefore registering for HSS1. The Test of English as a ForeignLanguage (TOEFL) will be taken into consideration in all admissiondeliberations (most admitted students score at least 250 [CBT],100 [IBT] or 600 [paper test] on the TOEFL exam).

Advanced Placement Credit and Credit by Examination TheSchool of Engineering may grant credit for high school work inAdvanced Placement courses in mathematics, chemistry andphysics, according to the following results on the Advanced Place-ment examinations:

AP Exam Score Course Waived Credits

Calculus B.C. 4, 5 Ma 111 4

Chemistry 4, 5 Ch 110 3

Physics, Mechanics (c) 59 Ph 112 4

Physics, Electro (c) 59 Ph 213 4

Placement examinations may be required before credit is granted. Placementexaminations are always required by the departments of physics and mathematics.

No student is required to accept Advanced Placement creditfrom the School of Engineering. All students who score 5 onAdvanced Placement examinations in English literature or Euro-pean history may be eligible for three credits for each examination.In some cases, instead of receiving credit, students may bepermitted to fulfill part of the humanities or social sciencesrequirement with an appropriate elective course. Those who wishto be considered either for AP credit or for advanced placement inan elective course should notify the Faculty of Humanities andSocial Sciences before the first week of classes. The Cooper Unionwill consider granting credit for study in the Armed Forces, verifiedby U.S.A.F.I.

Early Decision (for Art Applicants) A select number of potentialSchool of Art students seen at portfolio reviews are invited tocomplete their application and hometest for admission before theapplication deadline. In addition, if the School of Art is a first-yearapplicant’s first choice, the applicant may choose the Early Deci-sion option. All Early Decision applications will be reviewed anddecisions will be rendered by the end of February, about onemonth before the normal notification date of April 1. Applicantswho are admitted under the Early Decision option must make theircommitment to the School of Art by April 1. Early Decision is anoption for both first-year and transfer art applicants.

Deadlines for Early Decision—School of Art

December 2 Last day to take SAT or ACT

December 2 Application and academic records due for applicants choosing

Early Decision option

Mid-December Hometest mailed to applicants choosing the Early Decision option

Mid-January Completed hometest submission date for applicants choosing

Early Decision

Late-February Notification of admission decision for all Early Decision applicants

April 1 Early Decision candidate’s reply date


Rolling Admission (for Art Applicants) Potential School of Artstudents who have received a preliminary review at National Port-folio Days, which occur after The Cooper Union’s regular admis-sion deadline (January 9), may be invited to apply after the regularadmission deadline. All reasonable effort is made by the School ofArt Admissions Committee to review these applications in a fairand timely fashion.

Early Decision (for Engineering Applicants) If the School of Engi-neering is the first choice of an applicant, the candidate may applyunder the Early Decision plan. The Cooper Union will consider anapplication earlier than usual and give the applicant a decision inadvance of the normal notification date. Application, test scoresand high school record must be received by the Office of Admis-sions and Records by December 2. Applicants who are admittedunder the Early Decision option must agree to enroll in the Schoolof Engineering at Cooper Union and withdraw all other collegeapplications.

Deadlines for Early Decision—School of Engineering

December 2 Application, test scores and records must be received

December 21 Notification of admission decision

January 21 Candidate’s reply date

Admission after Three Years of High School Candidates ofexceptional merit may be considered for admission after comple-tion of three years of high school. Engineering applicants musthave excellent high school averages and test scores. Art and archi-tecture applicants must have excellent high school records andexceptional ability. A recommendation from the high school prin-cipal, at least one recommendation from a teacher and an inter-view will be required. In accordance with the regulations ofindividual states, a student may or may not be eligible to receivean Equivalency Diploma after completion of a specific number ofcredits in appropriate subject areas at The Cooper Union. It is theresponsibility of the applicant to investigate his or her state regu-lations in this regard.

Certificate in Art Requirements A Certificate in Art program isoffered as an alternative to the B.F.A. program. Candidates for thecertificate program must complete 60 credits in two years of full-time study (with a minimum of 30 credits per year) or in four yearsof part-time study (with a minimum of 15 credits per year). Allfoundation studio courses must be completed and students mustfollow prerequisite course requirements in selecting advancedstudio. The Certificate in Art program consists of 30 credits in foun-dation studio, 21 credits in advanced studio and nine credits in arthistory. All admission requirements, academic standards and

regulations of the School of Art apply to the certificate program.Students in the certificate program may apply through the Officeof Admissions and Records for transfer to the B.F.A. program after42 credits of work have been completed at The Cooper Union.Transfer certificate students may transfer a maximum of 12 creditsfrom another institution toward their certificate.

International StudentsAt Cooper Union we value the importanceof a diverse student body. We attract and enroll students fromaround the world. Please read below for important informationpertaining to international students:• International students are those who do not hold U.S. citizenshipor permanent residency.• Applicants are required to use a United States mailing addressfor their application. This can be the address of a family memberor friend who can receive correspondence on your behalf. All infor-mation related to the application will be sent to the United Statesmailing address.• International students are not eligible for Federal or StateFinancial Aid.• International applicants who have studied for less than threeyears in English are required to take the Test of English as a ForeignLanguage (TOEFL) to show English proficiency. A minimum TOEFLscore of 600 (paper format), 250 (computer format) or 100(internet-based format) is required.• All applicants to The Cooper Union are required to submit scoresfrom the SAT exam (www.collegeboard.com) or ACT exam(www.act.org).• Make sure the name on your passport matches your name on theapplication, TOEFL and SAT/ACT scores.• All high school and college transcripts must be translated intoEnglish, notarized and sent to The Cooper Union.• Students on visas (those who are non-citizens or who are notpermanent residents) who are accepted to The Cooper Union willbe required to file a Certificate of Finances with the Office ofAdmissions and Records prior to their first registration. The Certifi-cate of Finances must certify that students meet the minimumfinancial support requirements for resident students. Pleasesee page 16 of the catalog for more information about fees andother expenses.• All international students are assessed a fee of $1,850 per year.

BudgetWe provide full-tuition scholarships to all enrolled studentsand for those who apply, administer financial aid to help cover theadditional costs of studying at The Cooper Union (i.e., books,supplies, housing, meals, etc.). However, it is important for allstudents to consider these expenses and try to budget accordingly.


FEES AND EXPENSES

TuitionThe Cooper Union annual tuition charge for 2011–2012 is$37,500.Each registered student receives a full-tuition scholarship.

Fees and RefundsA nonrefundable application fee of $65 is paidby all candidates for admission.

Each student enrolled in a degree program pays a studentfee of $750 per semester. For new students, this fee is payable onacceptance of admission and is not refundable.

For continuing students, the $750 fee per semester ispayable prior to the first day class; it is 100 percent refundableprior to the beginning of classes and 50 percent refundable duringthe first two weeks of classes. Thereafter, it is not refundable.

Continuing students must pay each semester’s student feein accordance with the bill’s “due date.”

All fees are subject to annual revision. Students who do notpay the required fee will have their registration cancelled.

General Lab and Studio Materials Fee A general lab and studiomaterials fee of $75 per semester will be charged to each student’saccount. As the title suggests, this fee covers normal usage,“wearand tear,” and basic supplies for laboratory and studio projects.

Student Residence FeesStudents electing to live in Student Resi-dence will be responsible for paying the regular housing fees. Thefees for the 2011–2012 academic year are $9,700 for a double(two students per bedroom) and $10,800 for a single (one studentper bedroom). The fees cover residence for the fall and springsemesters and may be paid in two parts.

Refund Policy for Student Residence A refund of housingcharges resulting from an approved request to cancel the housingagreement will be made in accordance with the followingschedule: 100 percent of the total housing charges for thesemester if the cancelation request is made prior to August 1 forthe subsequent fall semester and December 1 for the subsequentspring semester; 65 percent if made by September 30 for the fallsemester and January 31 for the spring; and 35 percent if madeby October 31 for the fall and February 29 for the spring.No refundswill be made after these dates.

Students who are evicted from the Student Residence orwhose Housing Agreements are terminated for violations of theterms of the Housing Agreement are not eligible for refunds.

Health Service and Insurance Fee Cooper Union requires allstudents to submit proof, prior to registration, that they have healthinsurance. Students who fail to supply the information requestedon the Student Accident and Sickness/Enrollment Waiver form byJuly 15 will be billed $1,275 for the Health Service and InsuranceFee for the 2011–2012 academic year.

International Student FeeStudents on visas (those who are non-citizens or who are not permanent residents with a “green card”)are responsible for an additional fee of $1,850 per year payable byAugust 15.

Graduation FeeA graduation fee of $100 is required of all studentsentering their last year at The Cooper Union. This fee is payableupon registration for the senior year and is refundable if a studentfails to meet graduation requirements that year.

Special FeesA charge of $100 will be made for late payment of thestudent fee. A charge of $25 will be made per occasion involvingchange of section or registration program.

The Cooper Union reserves the right to change its fees atany time.

Graduate Student Fee The requirements for the master of engi-neering program must be completed within two years of admissionto graduate status, except with the expressed consent of the deanof engineering. Requests for extension must be presented inwriting to the dean in the final semester of the second year. Thesisadviser approval is also required. Master’s students who receiveapproval to extend their studies beyond two years will be assesseda maintenance of matriculation fee of $3,000 per semester. Grad-uate students are assessed a key/access fee of $150 per year.

Books, Materials and School Supplies Each student mustsupply, at his or her own expense, textbooks, drawing materials,hand tools and other necessary items.

If laboratory apparatus, machinery or studio equipment isdamaged by careless handling, the student will be charged forrepair or replacement. All students enrolled in School of Artcourses should be prepared to pay for consumable materialssupplied by the School for student use.


FINANCIAL AID

If you are enrolled as a full-time student (minimum 12 credits), area U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen, can demonstrate financialneed, have a valid Social Security Number, have a high schooldiploma or General Education Development Certificate (GED), orcomplete a high school education in a home school setting that istreated as such under state law, are registered with the SelectiveService (if required), are making satisfactory academic progresstoward completing your course of study according to the stan-dards and practices of the school, certify that you are not in defaulton a Federal Perkins, Federal Family Education Loan or FederalDirect Loan, do not owe a refund on a Federal Pell or Federal SEOGGrant and certify that you will use federal student aid for educa-tional purposes only—you may be eligible to receive financial aid.

The law suspends financial aid eligibility for any studentconvicted for the possession or sale of illegal drugs for offensesthat occurred while the student was receiving federal student aid.If you have a conviction or convictions for illegal drug offenses, call1-800-4-FED-AID (1-800-433-3243) to determine how, or if, thislaw applies to you.

The U.S. Department of Education website can be accessedthrough the Financial Aid for Students home page at www.studen-taid.ed.gov.

For the most current information on financial aid at CooperUnion, please visit our web site at http://cooper.edu

To apply for financial aid you must complete a Free Applica-tion for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). You may submit the FAFSAthrough the Internet using FAFSA on the Web at www.fafsa.ed.gov.When processed, the form will produce an expected family contri-bution (EFC), which determines the family resources available tomeet your educational expenses and your eligibility for financialaid. From this analysis we will attempt to package financial aid toprovide the greatest possible assistance to the neediest studentsfirst and then to less needy students, as resources permit. You alsowill be required to submit a signed copy of your parents’ prior-yearFederal Tax Return, and yours, if you filed. We reserve the right torequest copies of your parents’ tax return if you are consideredindependent under federal guidelines and your non-custodialparents’ tax return if your parents are divorced. ALL informationsubmitted on the FAFSA as part of an application for financial aid issubject to verification, a requirement of the U.S. Department ofEducation. Please see our website for more information on the veri-fication process.First-time applicants are also required to file a CSSProfile Form.

FAFSA forms should be filed no later than April 15, and allforms should be submitted to us no later than May 1.

The Cooper Union offers financial aid awards suited to eachstudent’s need. Generally, these awards are “packaged,” whichmeans that more than one type of aid is provided. A typical awardwill include some grant funds and some self-help in the form of aloan, and possibly a work opportunity. It is expected that the entirepackage will be accepted. A student is encouraged to use a portionof summer employment earnings toward the following academicyear’s expenses.

Federal Pell Grants These grants are awarded to undergraduatestudents who have not yet earned a bachelor’s degree. Theamount of a Federal Pell Grant is determined by the EFC and thecost of attendance at Cooper Union. Pell Grants provide a founda-tion to which other aid may be added.

Federal Supplemental Educational Opportunity GrantsThese grants, which usually range from $200 to $4,000 peracademic year, are awarded to students with the greatest need.They are funded by both federal sources and The Cooper Union.

Federal Direct Loan Program This program includes subsi-dized and unsubsidized Federal Stafford Loans. During the firstyear of undergraduate study, an eligible student may borrow up to$3,500; $4,500 in the second year; and $5,500 in subsequentyears. Eligible dependent students may also borrow an additional$2,000 unsubsidized Stafford Loan.

Students who meet the federal requirements for inde-pendent student status and dependent students whose parentsare not able to secure a Federal PLUS Loan may be eligible toreceive additional funds through the unsubsidized FederalStafford Loan. First- and second-year students may borrow up to$6,000 and upper-class students may borrow up to $7,000.

Also available under this program is the Federal PLUS Loan.Parents with good credit histories may borrow up to the cost ofeducation not covered by financial aid. These loans carry a fixedinterest rate of 3.4 to 6.8 percent for Federal Stafford Loans and7.9 percent for Federal PLUS Loans.

Students and parents should always exhaust federal studentloan options before considering private educational loans.

Federal Perkins Loans This is a low-interest (5 percent) loan forboth undergraduate and graduate students with substantial need.Repayment of these loans begins nine months after you graduateor leave school.

Cooper Union Loans These loans are offered by CooperUnion and carry the same conditions and interest rate as FederalPerkins Loans.

Cooper Union GrantsThe Cooper Union has funds availablefrom which awards are made to qualified students in need of aid.


Federal Work Study Under this program, eligible studentsmay be employed on or off campus. Employment is generallylimited to about 10 hours a week during the academic year. Inaddition, students may apply at the Office of Career Services for avariety of part-time jobs.

Priorities In considering applications for aid, first priority is givento first-degree undergraduates who have exceptional financialneed and therefore could not complete their education withoutsuch aid. Second priority is given to first-degree students whodemonstrate relative need. Second-degree students are prohib-ited from receiving federal grants and are not eligible for institu-tional grants beyond the full tuition scholarship. Therefore,second- degree students are referred to the various loan programsfor financial assistance.

Rights andResponsibilitiesStudents who receive financial aid intheir first year at The Cooper Union generally continue to be aidedin accordance with their financial circumstances from year to year.This does not imply, however, that the aid will be the same eachyear. Each package depends on family resources, the availabilityof funds, the student’s capacity for self-help and continued appro-priations from the federal government. To continue to qualify forfinancial aid, students must maintain good academic standing andmake satisfactory academic progress as determined by the stan-dards of the school. Students on academic probation for twosemesters are ineligible for federal financial aid. Reducedprograms may result in a reduction in financial aid.

Federal regulations require that students who withdraw fromschool prior to completing 60 percent of the semester will havetheir eligibility for aid recalculated based on the percent of thesemester completed. For example, a student who withdraws aftercompleting only 30 percent of the semester will have “earned”only 30 percent of any financial aid received. The remaining 70percent must be returned by the student and/or the school.Students should contact the Financial Aid Office to determine howa withdrawal will affect financial aid.

Normally, financial aid is awarded for an entire academicyear, with payments made after the beginning of each semester.Amounts in excess of Cooper Union charges may be used to meetindirect costs and will be paid directly to the student eachsemester. If Federal Work Study is part of the financial aid package,a salary will be paid twice monthly, directly to the student.

The Cooper Union is willing to make every effort to assist thestudent and the student’s family in helping to meet educationalcosts, but the school is unable to assume the role of substitute forthe family.

Students awarded a Federal Stafford Loan, a Federal PerkinsLoan or a Cooper Union Loan will be required to sign a legallybinding promissory note and agree to the terms of a prearrangedrepayment schedule. Sample repayment schedules are availableon our web site. The terms of these loan obligations will be definedat the time the loans are made to the student and before the notesare executed. It should be noted that these loans must be repaidso that future students may also receive loans.

Budget Guide for Students at The Cooper UnionThis budget guide has been prepared with the hope that it willassist students in anticipating their financial needs while attendingThe Cooper Union. Based on our experience with students, webelieve this to be a realistic guide for a nine-month academic year.It should be used as a guide and obviously does not reflect theexact costs involved in individual cases.

Budget Guide for 2011–2012

Architecture & Art*

(includes an average of

$1,800 for supplies) Commuter $7,245

Dormitory Resident $19,425

Off-campus Resident $20,920

Engineering*

(includes an average of Commuter $6,445

$1,000 for supplies) Dormitory Resident $18,625

Off-campus Resident $20,120

* Students without health insurance should add a Health Service

and Insurance Fee of $1,275

International Student Budget Guide for 2011–2012

Schools of Art and Architecture

Full-Time Matriculating Fees $3,500

Room and Board $15,195

Other* $4,075

Total: $21,725

*Books and Supplies $1,800

Transportation $700

Personal Expenses $1,575

Total: $4,075

School of Engineering

Full-Time Matriculating Fees $3,500

Room and Board $15,195

Other* $3,275

Total: $20,925

*Books and Supplies $1,000

Transportation $700

Personal Expenses $1,575

Total: $3,275


SCHOLARSHIPS, FELLOWSHIPS,AWARDS AND PRIZES

Named ScholarshipsTo alleviate the pressing financial burden of the ever-increasing costof living in New York City, many alumni and non-alumni havesupported The Cooper Union students by establishing named schol-arships. The income generated by these special funds offers vitalsupplemental financial aid to deserving students in addition to thefull-tuition scholarship awarded to each student who is admitted.

Samuel J. Jaffe Medici Scholarship was fully funded in2008 to help preserve the full-tuition scholarship policy andensure that this tradition continues far into the future. MediciScholarships underwrite the full-tuition scholarship of individualstudents—one after another—in perpetuity.

The Irwin S.Chanin School of ArchitectureGus J. & HelenCondaris; Ismar David; Manuel & Flora Fernandez; John Q. Hejduk;George & Selma Klett; John Loeb & Frances Loeb; Mari SouvalSpacedrafting Foundation.

School of ArtSylvia Appleman; Danny Arje; Alice Noble Ball& Francis M. Ball; William & Mary Jane Brinton; Frank ChesekMemorial; Joseph and Robert Cornell Memorial Foundation; IsmarDavid; Lillyan deCaro Santo; Alice Trimble DuBois; Antonya Eisen;Roberta Strauss Feuerlicht & Herbert A. Feuerlicht; Ellen Fox; DanFriedman; Adele & Louis Gruber; Yip Harburg Foundation; WilliamRandolph Hearst Foundation; Abraham Hersch; Rose Kleinfeld;George & Selma Klett; Walter S. Kut; Mollie Levenstein; John Loeb& Frances Loeb; Rhoda Lubalin; Sylvia Drucker Mavis; Henry &Sylvia Mavis; Alphonse Normandia; Peter Ostuni; VeronicaLapinski Pastorini; Marvin A. Schwam; Henry & Joan Wolf Slawson;Henry Wolf Foundation; Barbara White.

Albert Nerken School of Engineering Abdul Azimi; EdwardJ. Barlow; Robert W. Bassemir; Meredith B. Blaustein; Brunswick/Ennis; Leon Chernick; Tunny Chin; Henry Chu; Horacio Cundari;David Davis; Franklin W. Diederich; Henry & Freda Eckhardt;Margaret Lappin Fich; Samuel & Sally Gilman; Roger Gilmont;Charles Greenfield; Robert Greenwald; William Grimshaw; Dr.Michael S.Gross; Elizabeth and Robert Hammond; Edward & LillianHawthorne; Fanny & Irving Katz Memorial; Alfred Laufer; John Loeb& Frances Loeb; Leonard R. Luke; Henry Mankin; Vincent C.Morrone; Robert P. Muhlsteff; Emil Parente; William F. Partridge;Norman L. Perry; John F. & Olga Petrowsky; Michael F. Roberti; Annand Paul Rosche; Emanuel Salma Memorial; Walter L. Schwartz;Lester D. Seymour; The Starr Foundation; Switzer Foundation; SolTanne; Peter Torraco; Ralph Torraco; Dale & Charlotte Zand.

General Financial Aid Scholarships Irwin & Lillian Appel; H.Carl Bauman; Robert C. Bosch; Julius Dingenthal; Edward Durbin;Kathleen Gerla; Mindy & Drew Greenwald; Alexander C. Grove;Salvatore & Tina Guzzardi; Julian Hirsch; Marilyn Hoffner; SamuelJ. Jaffe; Dr. Peter Kabasakalian; Estelle & Daniel Maggin; VincentP. Malahan; William H. Okun; Nathan G. Ramer; Michael A.Rampino; Benjamin Reich; Charles Lowery Robertson; William H.Sandholm; Louis Schmidt; Emil Schweinberg; Allen Speiser; TheStarr Foundation; Charles Stumpp; Solon E. Summerfield Foun-dation; Arlene and Irving Tashlick; Clifford Warren; Bert Weinstein

Book Funds Rose Sylvia Berger; Z. Braude;AnthonyCarbone; Julius Dingenthal; Clare W. Gerber; Adele & LouisGruber; Mary Hirsch; Joseph & Lucy Koosman; Norman S. Levy;Sheridan A. Logan; Joseph Mechanik; Joseph Meltzer; AlbertNerken & Jean Nerken; Oswald Ottendorfer; Frank O. Reisler;Michael Robinson; Ruth Schwartz; George F. Sexton; CharlesStubbe; Marie and Johannes Vodja.

Fellowships

The Irma Giustino Weiss Cultural Enrichment FellowshipLaunched in 2002–2003, the Irma Giustino Weiss Cultural Enrich-ment Fellowship Program at The Cooper Union for the Advance-ment of Science and Art provides extraordinary access to culturalresources for exceptional students who seek a deeper under-standing of the context of art and architecture. Endowed by Mrs.Irma Giustino Weiss, a 1945 alumna of the School of Art, thisunique program to enhance the undergraduate experience isopen to high-achieving, highly-motivated students in art and archi-tecture, beginning in the freshman year. Throughout their years atThe Cooper Union, Irma Giustino Weiss Fellows will take part in afocused exploration of the cultural riches in these select citiesincluding visits to museums and galleries, concerts, theatrical anddance performances, specialized libraries and historicalsites.Guidance Counselors are encouraged to communicate thisnew fellowship program—available only to entering freshmanstudents of The Cooper Union—to top high school students withstrong interests in higher education in art and architecture. Appli-cations will be made available to formally accepted students to theSchool of Art and the Irwin S. Chanin School of Architecture. Toview a sample application form, please visit our website at:www.cooper.edu/administration/admissions/weiss.html.


The Irwin S.Chanin School of ArchitectureWilliam Cooper MackThesis Fellowship, supports primary research and inquiry in theThesis year and honors William Cooper Mack, class of 2006.

School of Art Rhoda Lubalin Senior Fellowship, The RhodaLubalin Senior Fellowship has been designated to the Herb LubalinStudy Center of Design and Typography and honors Mrs.Lubalin’shusband.

AlbertNerkenSchool of EngineeringHenry C.Enders Fellowship.Funding available to students wishing to pursue graduate study inengineering; The Maxwell Lincer Fellowship. Mr.Lincer was a 1942Cooper Union Civil Engineering graduate. The Harry Ploss Fellow-ship in Engineering, awarded annually based on merit and finan-cial need to students who have completed their junior year inengineering. Mr. Ploss is a 1968 graduate of The Cooper Union.

Faculty of Humanities and Social SciencesBenjamin MenschelFellowships for Creative Inquiry. The Horace W. Goldsmith Foun-dation endowed this fellowship with a grant in 1994 to supportstudents in the fields of art, architecture, design and engineering.

Fellowships for Study Abroad

The Irwin S. Chanin School of Architecture Palmer HaydenTravel Fellowship. Travel Abroad For African-American Students InArt and Architecture.

School of ArtHelen Dubroff Dorfman Travel Fellowship; PalmerHayden Travel Fellowship. Travel Abroad For African-AmericanStudents In Art and Architecture; The O’Brien Fellowship for StudyAbroad; Martin Rothenberg Travel Fellowship.

Awards and Prizes

Edwin Sharp Burdell Award, to that member of The Cooper Unioncommunity who during the past year has done most to further themutuality of science and art.

The Irwin S. Chanin School of Architecture The Irma GiustinoWeiss Prize, presented to a graduating student who demonstratesexceptional potential for creative achievement upon earning abachelor’s degree in art or architecture; The New York Society ofArchitects Matthew W. Del Gaudio Award, for excellence in totaldesign; The American Institute of Architects Henry Adams Medaland Certificate of Merit, to the first-ranked graduating student in a

first professional degree program; The American Institute of Archi-tects Henry Adams Certificate of Merit, to the second-ranked grad-uating student in a first professional degree program; Alpha RhoChi (National Professional Architectural Fraternity) Medal, to agraduating student who has shown an ability for leadership, whohas performed willing service for his or her school or departmentand who gives promise of real professional merit; The CooperUnion Alumni Association Annual Award, to a graduating studentfor outstanding service to the school; Abraham E. Kazan Award, toa graduating student for outstanding performance in urban design;George Ledlie Prize, to a graduating student as selected by thedean; Peter W. Bruder Memorial Prize, to a graduating student forexcellence in structures; Allen N. Goldfischer Memorial Award, fora fifth-year graduating student whose thesis project best exploresrelationships between humanistic and aesthetic principals in anurban context.

School of Art The Irma Giustino Weiss Prize, presented to a grad-uating student who demonstrates exceptional potential for creativeachievement upon earning a bachelor’s degree in art or architec-ture; The Jacques and Natasha Gelman Trust Award, presented toa graduating student who demonstrates exceptional ability in thefield of painting or sculpture; The Cooper Union Alumni Associa-tion Annual Award, to a graduating student for high academicachievement and outstanding service to the school; Richard LewisBloch Memorial Prize; Vena T. Carroll Award; Ethel Cram Memo-rial Prize Mary M. Doyle Memorial Prize, to a second-year student;Henry Dropkin Award, for excellence in graphic design; BettyMorton Goldin Memorial Prize; Rolf Haerem Award, to a fourth-year student for excellence in painting; Sarah Cooper Hewitt Prize;Fred A. Lane Prize, to the most deserving student in the third-yearclass; Elliot Lash Memorial Prize, for excellence in sculpture;Eleanor Gay Lee Gallery Prize to a deserving third- or fourth-yearstudent; A. A. Low Prize; Carin Tendler Lurkis Prize for Watercolors,to a deserving second- or third-year student; Vincent J. Mielcarek,Jr. Photography Award, to a student in the third-year class for excel-lence in photography; Pietro & Alfrieda Montana Prize, for excel-lence in drawing and sculpture; Michael S. Vivo Memorial Prize, forexcellence in drawing; New York Central Art Supply Awards; RobertBreer Film Award; Hans G. and Thordis W. Burkhardt FoundationPrize, to three graduating students; Tam Prize in Fine Arts


Albert Nerken School of Engineering The Harold S. GoldbergPrize, presented to a graduating student who demonstrates tech-nical leadership upon earning a bachelor’s degree in engineering;The Cooper Union Alumni Association Annual Award, to a gradu-ating student for high academic achievement and outstandingservice to the school; The William C. and Esther Hoffman BellerFund for Merit in Engineering Studies, to the most meritoriousgraduate in each of the following fields: chemical, civil, electricaland mechanical engineering; The Leon Machiz Prize; Harald KielAward, for service to the Cooper Union IT Department.

Chemistry Awards: Chemical Rubber Company Freshman Chem-istry Achievement Award, to an outstanding freshman Chemistrystudent; Robert Spice Fund Prize, for the best record in Instru-mental Analysis and Electronics.

Chemical Engineering Awards: American Institute of ChemicalEngineers Award, to the AIChE student member having achievedthe highest scholastic; record after two years; The American Insti-tute of Chemists Student Award, to a Chemical Engineering grad-uate who has demonstrated scholastic achievement in Chemistryand Chemical Engineering, leadership, ability and character;Herbert Baldwin Fund Prize, for the best record in the third year ofChemical Engineering; Frederick Urban Memorial ScholarshipAward, to a Chemical Engineering graduate.

Civil Engineering Award: Joseph Kalb Fund Prize, to a civil engi-neering graduate on the basis of scholarship and professionalinterest; Maxwell Lincer Prize Fund, for excellence and achieve-ment in the study of civil engineering.

Electrical Engineering Awards: Yusuf Z. Efe Award, for theoutstanding electrical engineering master’s thesis; AbrahamPletman Fund, for excellence in electrical engineering; Eugene OgurMemorial Award, for excellence in electrical engineering; Dale E.Zand Prize, for outstanding achievement in electrical engineering.

Mechanical Engineering Awards: Wallace Chinitz Prize, for excel-lence in thermal studies; Alexander C. Grove Prize, to the studentwho demonstrates scholarship,personal integrity and professionalpromise in the field of mechanical engineering; Tyler G. Hicks Prize,to a mechanical engineering Junior for academic achievementduring the first and second years; Wilson G. Hunt/Class of 1905Prize, to a mechanical engineering graduate, based on generalexcellence in engineering studies; Harold E. Rue Prize, for a seniorin either electrical or mechanical engineering; Nicholas StefanoPrize, for an outstanding senior project in mechanical engineering.

Mathematics Awards: Day Class of 1907 Prize, for excellence incalculus; Irving Leon Lynn Prize, for excellence in mathematics;Harry W. Reddick Fund Prize and Medal, for meritorious work inmathematics.

Bachelor of Science Award: Henri D. Dickinson Fund Prize, to thestudent having the highest cumulative rating at graduation in abachelor of science curriculum.

Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences The John L. AlpertAssistantship; The Academy of American Poets Elizabeth KrayPoetry Prize; The Raymond G.Brown Memorial Prize, for excellencein the Raymond G. Brown Seminar; Professor Frank CaldieroHumanities Award, for the best essay written in the first-year corecourses (HSS1 and HSS2); Second-year Core Curriculum Prize,for the best essay written in the second-year core courses (HSS3and HSS4); The History Prize, for an outstanding essay in history;The Dale Harris Prize, for the best essay written in an art historycourse; Charles Goodman Essay Fund Award in Humanities, opento seniors in the School of Engineering; Dr. Martin J. Waters Memo-rial Prize, for excellence in the humanities and social sciences.


GENERAL REGULATIONS

The Cooper Union reserves the right to change or amend its regula-tions, curricula,fees and admission procedures without prior notice.

Registration Unless permitted by the dean of Admissions andRecords to do otherwise, all students must report on the sched-uled dates to register and pay fees and laboratory deposits.Students who fail to meet all financial obligations to The CooperUnion will not be permitted to register. No student will be admittedto classes without evidence of completion of registration. Studentswho fail to register will be dropped from the rolls.

AttendanceSchool of Architecture and School of Art Classes and

studios are scheduled Monday through Friday between 9 am and10 pm. Studio facilities usually are available to students on Satur-days and Sundays throughout the academic year.

Each student is required to be punctual and to attend eachscheduled class. In the case of unavoidable absence, the studentshould, on his or her return, report to the instructor to explain theabsence and inquire about making up the lost work. All architec-ture students are provided with studio space and are expected towork in the studio during regular building hours.

School of Engineering Each student is expected to attendall classes and to satisfy other requirements in each course in suchways as the instructor may prescribe. If a student is absent anexcessive number of times, he/she may, at the discretion of theinstructor and with the approval of the dean, be asked to withdrawfrom the course.

After each absence, it is the student’s responsibility toconsult with the instructor, without delay, to determine the natureof the makeup work required.

Faculty of Humanities and Social SciencesEach student isexpected to attend all classes. No more than two unexcusedabsences will be permitted during any given semester. In the caseof an unavoidable absence, the student should, on his or herreturn, report to the instructor to explain the absence and inquireabout making up the lost work. Students who are absent three ormore times may receive a reduction of the final grade or, at thediscretion of the instructor, be asked to withdraw from the course.

Calendar Changes The academic year at The Cooper Union hasfall and spring semesters and runs from September to May. Inorder to serve the student body most effectively during theacademic year, The Cooper Union cannot modify its calendar orprocedures to meet special demands of students.

Academic Standards and Regulations For specific academicstandards and regulations of each school, consult the appropriatesections of this catalog.

Dismissal The Cooper Union reserves the right at any time todismiss a student whose conduct, attendance or academicstanding is, in its judgment, unsatisfactory and to grant or withholdcredits, certificates, degrees or diplomas. Disciplinary authority isvested in the President’s Office.

Obligations Students will be held accountable for all individualobligations, financial and other, entered into with The CooperUnion. Students who fail to meet all financial obligations to TheCooper Union will not be permitted to register. No student will beincluded in the graduating class unless all obligations have beenaccounted for prior to graduation. The Cooper Union will withholdtranscripts and other information about a student who has not metfinancial obligations.

TranscriptsOfficial transcripts of a student’s scholastic record areissued directly to officials of other institutions or examining boards,upon request to the dean of Admissions and Records and Regis-trar. Each copy of a transcript will cost $5 (there is no charge tocurrently enrolled students). Requests should include the nameand complete address of the person who is to receive the tran-script and must include the signature of the student or alumnus/a.

Transcripts are not issued for students during the periodof time in which grades are being recorded. Transcripts of studentgrades are issued to inquiring employers and agencies if a studentnotifies the dean of Admissions and Records and Registrarin writing, authorizing the distribution of the transcript.

Official transcripts are issued directly to students or to alumniin a sealed envelope.

Current students have access to their transcript andregistration information on SAIS, the Student Academic Informa-tion System, once they receive a password and a login at theComputer Center.

Student RecordsNotification of FERPARightsThe Family Educational Rights andPrivacy Act (FERPA) affords students certain rights with respect totheir education records. These rights include: 1) The right toinspect and review the student’s education records within 45 daysof the day The Cooper Union receives a request for access.Students should submit to the Office of Admissions and Recordswritten requests that identify the record(s) they wish to inspect.The Office of Admissions and Records official will make arrange-


ments for access and notify the student of the time and placewhere the records may be inspected. If the records are not main-tained by the Office of Admissions and Records, the office shalladvise the student of the correct official to whom the requestshould be addressed. 2) The right to request the amendment ofthe student’s education records that the student believes is inac-curate. Students may ask the Office of Admissions and Records toamend a record that they believe is inaccurate. They should writethe Registrar and clearly identify the part of the record they wantchanged and specify why it is inaccurate. If the Registrar decidesnot to amend the record as requested by the student, the Regis-trar will notify the student of the decision and advise the student ofhis or her right to a hearing regarding the request for amendment.Additional information regarding the hearing procedures will beprovided to the student when notified of the right to a hearing. 3)The right to consent to disclosure of personally identifiable infor-mation contained in the student’s education records, except to theextent that FERPA authorizes disclosure without consent. Oneexception, which permits disclosure without consent, is disclosureto school officials with legitimate educational interests. A schoolofficial is a person employed by The Cooper Union in an adminis-trative, supervisory, academic, research or support staff position;a person or company with whom The Cooper Union contracted(such as attorney, auditor or collection agent); a person serving onthe Board of Trustees or a student serving on an official committee(such as a disciplinary or grievance committee) or assistinganother school official in performing his or her tasks. A school offi-cial has a legitimate educational interest if the official needs toreview an education record in order to fulfill his or her professionalresponsibility. 4) The right to file a complaint with the U.S. Depart-ment of Education concerning alleged failures by The CooperUnion to comply with the requirements of FERPA. The name andaddress of the Office that administers FERPA is: Family PolicyCompliance Office, U.S Department of Education; 400 MarylandAvenue, SW; Washington, DC 20202-5901.

Program Changes During the first several days of a semester,courses may be added to or dropped from a student’s programwithout penalty or fee (program adjustment). Adding of coursesafter the posted date is not permitted. Students who wish tochange their academic programs should consult with appropriatedeans. All program changes must be reported by the student tothe dean of admissions and records. A $25 fee will be charged fordropping courses after the drop/add period.

Transfer of Academic Credit Every effort is made to provideadmitted students with a preliminary evaluation of their transfercredit. School-wide policies dictate that a grade of B or better mustbe earned to be eligible for transfer of credit.

To seek credit or if there is a question about whether or not aclass taken at a previous institution is eligible for transfer of creditplease contact the department chairperson or respective dean ofthe school to which you are interested in obtaining credit.

Each department/school reserves the right to ask for addi-tional information, i.e., coursework, syllabus, portfolio, etc., beforegranting transfer credit.

Currently enrolled students must always contact the appro-priate department chairperson and dean of school at The CooperUnion prior to registering for classes at other colleges or universi-ties should there be interest in obtaining transfer credit at TheCooper Union. Explicit permission must be granted by the depart-ment chairperson and dean of school before registering at anothercollege or university to ensure that the course will be transferable.

Please see pages 36, 52, 72 and 119 for more detailed infor-mation about transfer credit.

HealthThe Cooper Union requires a report of a physical examina-tion from a licensed physician of the student’s choice. The CooperUnion will provide its own medical form for this purpose and theform must be completed in its entirety. This report must include arecord of vaccinations and immunizations. In addition, New Yorkstate law requires that students respond to a query concerningwhether or not they have been immunized against meningitis.

The college reserves the right to exclude from attendance atany time any student whose physical or emotional condition issuch that, in the opinion of a medical officer, attendance wouldendanger either the student’s own welfare or that of othermembers of the community. Students whose attendance at TheCooper Union has been interrupted by a dismissal or extendedleave of absence need to submit new medical records before theyresume attendance. Likewise, students continuing on to the grad-uate program at The Cooper Union should submit new medicalforms at the time of beginning graduate study.

Vaccination and ImmunizationNew York State law requires thatall undergraduate and graduate students be immunized againstmeasles, mumps and rubella. The law applies to all students bornon or after January 1, 1957.

Proof of immunity consists of:• Measles: Two doses of live measles vaccine administered after12 months of age, physician documentation of measles disease or


a blood test showing immunity. The exact date of these shots inmonth-day-year format must be written on the form and certifiedby the physician.• Mumps: One dose of live mumps vaccine administered after 12months of age, physician documentation of mumps disease or ablood test showing immunity. The New York State Assembly iscurrently considering a proposal to require two mumps shots.• Rubella: One dose of live rubella vaccine administered after 12months of age or a blood test showing immunity.

Proof of immunity, including dates of immunizations, must be filedwith the Office of Student Services prior to each student’s initialregistration at The Cooper Union. Students who claim a religiousobjection to being immunized must send a signed letter attestingto this fact to the dean of students by July 15.

Students may not attend any events on campus, includingclasses and orientation programs, without having submittedthese forms.

Meningitis Status New York State Public Health Law Section2167 requires colleges to distribute information about meningo-coccal disease and vaccination to all enrolled students.

Meningitis is rare; however, cases of meningitis among youngadults have more than doubled since 1991. When the diseasestrikes, its flu-like symptoms make diagnosis difficult. If not treatedearly, meningitis can lead to swelling of the fluid surrounding thebrain and spinal seizures, limb amputation and even death.

The Cooper Union is required to maintain a record of the followingfor each student:• A response to the receipt of meningococcal disease and vaccineinformation signed by the student or the student’s parent orguardian, AND EITHER• A record of meningococcal meningitis immunization within thepast 10 years, OR• An acknowledgement of meningococcal disease risks andrefusal of meningococcal meningitis immunization signed by thestudent or the student’s parent.

Students are asked to provide this information by July 15 of theyear they enter The Cooper Union.

Health Insurance The Cooper Union requires all students tosubmit proof that they have health insurance prior to registration.Students who fail to supply the information requested on theStudent Accident and Sickness Insurance Enrollment/WaiverForm before July 15 will billed for the Cooper Union Student Acci-dent and Sickness Insurance at a cost of $1,275 for the 2011–2012 academic year.

Student Property The Cooper Union assumes no responsibilityfor loss of or damage to the work or property of students.

Policy on CopyrightedMaterialCopyright InfringementThe Cooper Union is obligated by federallaw to inform its students of its policies and sanctions related tocopyright infringement. Unauthorized distribution of copyrightedmaterial, including unauthorized peer-to-peer file sharing (e.g.,using BitTorrent to obtain/distribute music or movies) may subjectstudents to civil and criminal liability, sanctions arising from aviolation of The Cooper Union’s Code of Fair Practice, and loss ofInternet services provided by the Cooper Union IT Department.

The basics of copyright law may be found at numerous websites,including those of many universities whose policies relating tocopyright infringement generally and file sharing in particular aresimilar to The Cooper Union’s policy:http://www.uspto.gov/web/offices/dcom/olia/copyright/copyrightrefresher.htmhttp://www.copyright.umich.edu/file-sharing-faq.htmlhttp://deanofstudents.utexas.edu/lss/spot_illegalfilesharing.phphttp://www.copyright.gov/title17/

Fair UseA limitation on copyright protection is known as “fair use.”Permission of a copyright holder is not required (i.e., there is nocopyright infringement) where the use is for noncommercial activ-ities such as teaching (including multiple copies for classroomuse), scholarship, research, studio work, criticism, comment, ornews reporting. [Note that while “teaching” activities may qualifyas fair use, the doctrine of fair use has a requirement relating to the“amount and substantiality” of the copyrighted work that does notpermit, for example, the copying and distribution of an entire copy-righted textbook to a class.]

The routine use of file sharing programs to obtain music,movies and software does not constitute fair use. For more infor-mation on fair use see:http://www.copyright.gov/fls/fl102.html

Code of Fair Practice In addition to the sanctions for copyrightinfringement provided by federal law, The Cooper Union’s Code ofFair Practice explicitly prohibits:• “illegally duplicating copyrighted or licensed software” (CategoryB offense).• “any unauthorized use of network and/or computer hardware”(Category B offense).


A violation of copyright law might also be viewed as an act ofacademic dishonesty or fraud, which are Category A offenses andpunishable by suspension or dismissal.

IT Department Responsibilities In order to receive a CooperUnion computer account, a student is required to sign a documentprovided by the IT Department in which they promise to respectthe rights of copyright holders. While the IT Department does notmonitor its networks for content, it may monitor the volume of use(bandwidth) for each computer on its networks. A student who isusing excessive bandwidth may have his or her Internet accessreduced or terminated.

Students should be aware that representatives of copyrightholders routinely search the Internet for infringers, resulting inlawsuits being filed against students. Such lawsuits may be veryexpensive to settle.Copyright holders have frequently filed notices ofcopyright violations directly with The Cooper Union, which requiresthe school to take immediate action to eliminate infringement.

The IT Department advises against installing and/or leavingfile sharing programs on any computer attached to a Cooper Unionnetwork. While there are legitimate reasons for using suchprograms (e.g., the distribution of non-copyrighted software), byoperating “silently” they may put the owner of the computer in theposition of distributing infringing files, and being liable for suchdistribution, even though he or she has no intent of doing so.

Policy on Religious Observances No student shall be refusedadmission to or be expelled from The Cooper Union solely becausehe/she is unable to participate in any examination, study or workrequirement because of religious observances and practices. It isthe intent of The Cooper Union to accommodate reasonably indi-vidual student and faculty religious obligations and practiceswithout penalty, based on good faith effort and due notice to thoserelevantly concerned of the anticipated religious observance date.There is a mutual obligation of students and faculty to provide priornotice to each other of anticipated absences. Students absentbecause of religious observances and practices will be given theopportunity to make up any examination, study or work require-ment missed without penalty.

Bicycle Policy As of September 27, 2010 Cooper Union has 24indoor bicycle parking spaces (for non-folding bicycles) for faculty,staff and students of the Cooper Union only. The parking facility islocated in the lower level of the Foundation building. Access to theparking facility is as follows:• To determine if there are spaces available, check the sign at theentrance to the Foundation Building.

• The security desk in the Foundation Building will have serial-numbered tags equal to the number of spaces available in theparking facility at that time.• To obtain a tag you must show valid Cooper ID and sign in.• The security guard will give you the tag which must be locked orchained to your bicycle at all times the bicycle is in the building.• You must return the tag and sign out when you leave the building.• When there are no more tags at the security desk, there is nomore indoor parking and your bicycle must remain outside.• You must use the square elevator to reach the lower level and toreturn to street level. You may not use the stairs or the roundelevator.• No more than three bicycles may be in the elevator at the sametime.• You must lock your bicycle and tag to the bike rack.• No overnight parking—bicycles must be removed when thebuilding closes. (Except when there is 24 hour building access.)• Failure to follow these guidelines will result in termination of anindividual's access to indoor bicycle parking.• If a bicycle is found in any other part of the building, or in anyother building on campus, it will be removed without prior noticeto the owner.• Harassing security or any other Cooper employee regardingaccess to the facility will result in termination of an individual'saccess to indoor bicycle parking.THE BICYCLE POLICY IMPLEMENTED IN SEPTEMBER 2009REMAINS IN EFFECT FOR ALL OTHER BICYCLES.The Cooper Union encourages the use of the bicycle as a viablemode of transportation to and from campus. To ensure the safetyof our faculty, students and staff, and taking into account thecollege's space constraints, the following bicycle policy was imple-mented September 1, 2009.

Bicycles that do not fold are not permitted in the FoundationBuilding, 41 Cooper Square, the Residence Hall or 30 CooperSquare. Nor are loose bicycle tires permitted in these buildings.Folding bicycles, which must be covered prior to entering thebuilding, may be stored in offices or lockers. Folding bicyclesstored in lockers must fit within the locker such that locker doorsremain closed. Bicycles found in public spaces such as studios,hallways, laboratories and lounges will be removed. Violators ofthis policy will be subject to disciplinary action and will be respon-sible for any assessed damages. Violations by persons representedby a labor organization will be handled in a manner consistent withthe applicable collective bargaining agreement.

Bicycles may be parked outdoors only in those areas whichhave been specifically designated for this purpose. A bicycleparking area is indicated by the presence of bicycle racks.


Bicycles may not be parked in a way which would impede accessto a building entrance or exit. No bicycle may be parked at anyentrance, exit or access ramp to any Cooper Union owned building.

In the event that bicycles are stolen on campus, members ofthe Cooper Union community should report the incident to theOffice of Buildings and Grounds. In addition, members of theCooper Union community are also encouraged to report the inci-dent to the local Police Precinct (212-477-7811). The CooperUnion is not responsible for lost or stolen personal belongings,including bicycles.

Policy on Smoking In accordance with the New York City CleanIndoor Act, as amended, and New York State Public Health LawArticle 13-E, the following Smoking Policy is effective at TheCooper Union September 1, 2009:

Smoking is prohibited at all times in all college owned build-ings, including but not limited to auditoriums, classrooms, labora-tories, offices and public areas and the Student Residence Hall.Furthermore, smoking is not permitted within 25 feet from aCooper Union facility entrance.

This smoking policy is intended to keep the air clear of smokefor those within our facilities and for those entering and leavingCooper Union owned buildings.

The Cooper Union requests and expects your cooperationand assistance in the implementation and enforcement of thesmoking prohibition. Those who do not comply with this policy willbe subject to disciplinary action up to and including fines and/orexpulsion from the college, or termination of employment.Complaints against persons represented by a labor organizationwill be handled in a manner that is consistent with the applicablecollective bargaining unit.Conflicts related to smoking among employees should be broughtto the attention of appropriate supervisory personnel and, if neces-sary, referred to the Equal Opportunity Officer. To report an inci-dent concerning violation of this policy, please send a writtenreport to the Director of Facilities Management.

Students alleged to be in violation of the policy are subjectto disciplinary action through the appropriate student conductjurisdiction.

In accordance with the law, any individual can voice objec-tions to smoke that gathers in any smoke-free area without fearof retaliation.

Policy on Alcoholic Beverages and Illegal Drugs The CooperUnion strictly adheres to all local, state and federal laws relating tothe use, possession or illegal manufacture of drugs and alcohol on

its premises or at any official college-sponsored event. Violatorsmay be subject to prosecution in accordance with federal, state ormunicipal law and are subject to The Cooper Union disciplinaryproceedings as outlined in A Code of Fair Practice. On campus,students over the age of 21 may consume alcohol only in thecontext of official campus events where there is a security guardpresent to check IDs. Alcohol may not be carried from the room inwhich it is served. Student groups recognized by the Joint Activi-ties Committee and approved for a budget line for serving alcoholmust apply for an alcohol permit and follow The Cooper Union’sprocedures listed at the end of this section.

NEWYORK STATE LAWREGARDING ALCOHOLSection 65 of the New York State Alcohol Beverage ControlLaw states:“No person shall sell, deliver, give away or cause or permit to besold, delivered or given away any alcoholic beverages to:

• Any person, actually or apparently, under the age of twenty-one(21) years;• Any visibly intoxicated person;• Any habitual drunk.”

In addition, legislation enacted in November 1991 specifies that aU.S. or Canadian driver’s license or non-driver’s identificationcard, a valid passport or an identification card issued by the UnitedStates Armed Forces must be used as written evidence of age forthe purchase of alcoholic beverages. New York State law alsoprohibits the possession of alcoholic beverages with the intent toconsume by a minor and penalizes the use of a fraudulent proof ofage to procure alcohol. Social host liability may be imposed on anyperson who serves alcohol to a minor.

Procedures for Use in Serving Alcoholic Beverages at StudentEvents/Exhibitions: Student groups recognized by the Joint Activ-ities Committee must first apply for and be approved for a budgetfor their event. No later than two weeks before the approved event,two members of the student group must apply for an alcoholpermit from the dean of students and complete arrangements tohire security guards. These student sponsors must sign an agree-ment to follow the rules listed below:

Serving Alcohol1. The serving of hard liquor is not permitted.2. The Cooper Union has a New York State Liquor Authority permitfor the serving of wine and beer at student events. Such serving willbe limited to those persons who can prove attainment of theminimum legal drinking age in New York State of 21 years. To facili-


tate quick identification of students of legal age at the point ofservice, a process of carding that requires the presentation of aCooper Union ID will be carried out by a security guard availablesolely for that purpose and paid for by the student sponsors eitherthrough allocated JAC funds,or, in the case of student exhibitions,bythe student exhibitors. There are no exceptions to this requirement.3. Sponsors of events have the primary responsibility for ensuringthat only those of legal drinking age are served alcohol. Sponsorsmust include at least two persons 21 years of age or older, and theymust sign the required alcoholic beverage permit. Before author-ization to hold an event can be given, all student sponsors mustundergo an orientation with the dean of students or a designatedrepresentative of the Office of Student Services.4. Such events must include the serving of food, in sufficientamount for the numbers attending, and the displaying of a varietyof non-alcoholic beverages must be featured as prominently asalcoholic beverages and dispensed in the same area.5. The promotion of alcohol in advertisements for events is notpermitted. Other aspects of the event such as entertainment orfood should be emphasized in the advertisements.6. The serving of alcoholic beverages should be discontinued atapproximately one hour before the end of the event.7. Event sponsors must not only refuse to serve alcoholic bever-ages to anyone who appears intoxicated, but also must provideappropriate assistance to such persons. Assistance may include,but is not limited to, providing safe transportation arrangementsfor intoxicated guests and arranging for medical help.8. State law requires that a U.S or Canadian driver’s license or non-driver identification card, a valid passport or an ID issued by theU.S. Armed Forces must be used as written evidence of age forprocuring alcoholic beverages.9. The amount of alcohol permitted shall reflect the number ofstudents over 21 years of age expected at the event,as approved bythe dean of students, and in no case shall exceed two kegs of beer.

ExhibitionsStudents who wish to serve alcohol in connection with a studentexhibition opening should consult the appropriate academic deanfor the policies and procedures to follow, including ordering aguard. The following rules apply to all exhibitions where alcohol isserved.1. The serving of hard liquor is not permitted.2. Alcohol service will be permitted at student receptions onlywhen the student presenters are over 21 years of age. In the caseof a group presentation the majority of students must be over 21.3. The Cooper Union has a New York State Liquor Authority permitfor the serving of wine and beer at student events. Such servingwill be limited to those persons who can prove attainment of the

minimum legal drinking age in New York State of 21 years. To facil-itate quick identification of students of legal age at the point ofservice, a process of carding that requires the presentation of aCooper Union ID will be carried out by a security guard availablesolely for that purpose and paid for by the student exhibitors. Thereare no exceptions to this requirement.4. Such events must include the serving of food, in sufficientamount for the number attending, and the displaying of a varietyof non-alcoholic beverages must be featured as prominently asalcoholic beverages and dispensed in the same area.5. The promotion of alcohol in advertisements for events is notpermitted.6. Event sponsors must not only refuse to serve alcoholic bever-ages to anyone who appears intoxicated, but also must provideappropriate assistance to such persons. Assistance may include,but is not limited to, providing safe transportation arrangementsfor intoxicated guests and arranging for medical help.7. State law requires that a U.S. or Canadian driver’s license ornon-driver identification card, a valid passport or an ID issued bythe U.S. Armed Forces must be used as written evidence of age forprocuring alcoholic beverages.8. The amount of alcohol permitted shall reflect the number ofstudents over 21 years of age at the event, as approved by thedean, and in no case shall exceed 48 (12 oz.) cans or bottles ofbeer or 12 (750 ml.) bottles of wine.

Campus Security and Safety“My earnest desire is to make this building and institutioncontribute in every way possible to unite all in one common effortto improve each and every human being,seeing that we are boundin one common destiny and by the laws of our being are madedependent for our happiness on the continued acts of kindness wereceive from each other.”—Peter Cooper

It is in light of this statement that The Cooper Union establishes anattitude toward campus security and safety. The Cooper Union hasbeen fortunate in maintaining an atmosphere where serious crim-inal activities have not occurred. Our goal remains to encouragethe integrity, honesty and responsibility of each individual studentto maintain an atmosphere of harmony and mutual respect.

Every incident of behavior that seems inconsistent with ourphilosophy and principles of safety and security should bereported to appropriate campus authorities. The guards in thelobby of each building should be notified immediately of any emer-gencies. Depending on the circumstances, it may also be appro-priate to call the police at 911.


Students and staff should also file an incident report witheither the office of the Director of Facilities Management or withthe Office of Student Services. Such reports help The CooperUnion respond to breaches in security. The Director of FacilitiesManagement maintains a daily log of such incidents. This log isavailable for inspection in room 111, 41 Cooper Square.

When appropriate, information about such incidents shall bedisseminated to the community as a whole via fliers or memoranda.

The Campus Crime Awareness and Campus Security Act of1990 requires colleges and universities to make available to allcurrent students and employees and to all applicants for enroll-ment or employment statistics concerning the prevalenceof certain types of crime on campus and in the neighborhood.These statistics are published annually in the Campus Securityand Fire Safety Report available on the Cooper Union website andfrom the Office of Student Services, 30 Cooper Square, 6th floor,New York City, NY 10003. Crime statistics are available online athttp://opc.ed.gov/security.

A CODE OF FAIR PRACTICE

Preamble As an educational community, The Cooper Unionaffirms the rights of all its students to pursue freely their scholarly,artistic and intellectual interests. The Cooper Union has developedpolicies and procedures to safeguard this freedom and to maintainan environment conducive to academic endeavor. These rules arenot intended to replace federal, state or municipal laws; all CooperUnion students are responsible for upholding such laws, and viola-tion of the law may result in disciplinary action being taken by TheCooper Union.

In addition to the Standards of Conduct set forth below,students are bound by the rules regarding the use of individualfacilities at The Cooper Union, including, but not limited to, thelibrary, the Student Residence, the Computer Center, laboratories,shops, etc. Students are asked to assume positions of responsi-bility on the Cooper Union Student Judicial Board in order that theymight contribute insights and develop skills in the resolution ofdisciplinary cases.

The Cooper Union reserves the right to amend this code atany time it deems necessary.

Part One: Student RightsStudents have certain rights established by federal, state or localstatutes or institutional policy. Among these rights, but not limitedto these alone, are:The freedom to engage in free discussion, inquiry, and expression.The freedom of access to public records.The freedom of association.Freedom from assault.The right to express views on issues of institutional policy.Freedom of the press.Freedom from discrimination on the basis of age, race, religion,sex, color, sexual orientation, ethnicity, national origin, handicapor disability or any other legally protected characteristic.Freedom from discriminatory sexual harassment.The freedom from improper academic evaluation.

Part Two: Standards of Conduct for StudentsCategory A The Cooper Union finds the following categories ofviolations extremely serious:1. Physical assaults resulting in injury, including sexual assaults.2. Discrimination or bias related acts of assault or abuse.3. Illegal drug sales and/or possession of illegal drugs.4. False fire alarms or acts which undermine safety/securityequipment systems.5. Possessing or introducing dangerous weapons to the campus.


6. Violations of the campus alcohol policy which result in injuryor damage to property or undermine the safety and security of thecampus, including acts of hazing.7. Acts of academic dishonesty including cheating, plagiarizingor submission of work which has not been prepared by the personclaiming authorship.8. Acts of fraud as defined in civil statutes. Some examplesof these acts, but not limited to the following, are misrepresenta-tion, falsifying records and/or documents, etc., or furnishing fraud-ulent information.9. Acts of theft or vandalism against the property of anotherstudent, staff or faculty member or the school.10. Reckless behavior involving the interior and exterior struc-tures of campus buildings. Some examples of these acts, but notlimited to the following, are climbing the grid of 41 Cooper Square,hanging over terrace balustrades, and accessing the roof of theStudent Residence.

For these categories of the violations, the sanction will ordi-narily be suspension or dismissal. In some cases, the PresidentialRight of Summary Suspension may also be invoked.

Category BThe purpose and ideals of The Cooper Union depend,for their full achievement, on respect, cooperation and integrityamong members of the community. The Cooper Union hasadopted the following rules of behavior in the interest of main-taining an orderly atmosphere:1. At all reasonable times, a student shall comply with a requestfor identification from an employee of the College (guard, techni-cian, professor, dean, etc.).2. Students will respect the building hours and will leave thepremises at the appropriate time.3. Except for actions protected under the state, federal or insti-tutional governances, a student may not willfully obstruct ordisrupt any authorized activities on college premises or otherCooper Union activities, including its public service functions.4. A student may not engage in activities commonly calledlibel and/or slander.5. A student may not be involved in acts that cause physical orpsychological harm.6. A student may not consume, buy, sell, borrow, possess, lendor give as a gift any drug, narcotic or alcoholic beverage in such away that would be in violation of any local, state or federal law.7. When a student has a guest on campus, the student isresponsible for the conduct of his or her guest.8. The use of the computer and network facilities is for thepurpose of supporting the educational experience at The CooperUnion. Unauthorized or inappropriate use of these facilities isprohibited. Misuse may include, but is not limited to, damaging oraltering records or programs; invading the privacy of other users

by using or manipulating directories, files, programs or passwords;engaging in disruptive behavior; illegally duplicating copy rightedor licensed software; using the facilities in support of a commer-cial concern or venture, or any unauthorized use of network and/orcomputer hardware, software, accounts or passwords.9. A student may not gamble for money or other valuables whileon the campus of The Cooper Union.10. A student may not threaten members of the Student JudicialCommittee or attempt to tamper with witnesses to the StudentJudicial Committee.11. A student may not smoke in a nonsmoking area.

Complaints about acts of academic dishonesty should be referredto the appropriate Academic Standards Committee for adjudication.

Complaints that a student has violated any of the standardsdescribed above should be referred to the dean of students, whoshall meet with the student(s) complained against and shall try toresolve the matter with the agreement of all parties concerned. Inthe absence of a resolution by the Dean of Students the mattershall be referred to the Student Judicial Committee.

The Student Judicial Committee may also considercomplaints that are not delineated under Category A or CategoryB above, provided the person against whom the complaint is filedis notified in writing as to whether the proceeding will follow therules for Category A or Category B. A Judicial Panel formed underthe rules of Category B retains the right to request that the case beheard again following Category A rules.

Complaints that a student group has violated any of the Stan-dards of Conduct may be referred by the Student JudicialCommittee to the Joint Activities Committee for resolution. Suchaction will not preclude the possibility of individual members of thegroup being subjected to charges as well.

Category C Sexual Harassment1. Complaints About Other Students The harassment of anystudent is unacceptable and will not be tolerated at The CooperUnion. It is in the best interest of the entire Cooper Union commu-nity for students to report incidents of discrimination and harass-ment. Any student who believes he or she has been subjected toharassment by another student should submit a complaint, ifpossible in writing, to the Vice President for Finance, Administra-tion and Treasurer/Equal Opportunity Officer, the Dean of Studentsor his or her Academic Dean. The College will then designate theappropriate person to address the complaint. After a complaint ismade, it will be investigated and an attempt will be made to resolvethe matter as amicably and privately as possible. The penalties ofexpulsion, suspension, dismissal, warning, probation, or loss ofprivileges can be meted out to the offending student in theCollege’s discretion and as the College deems appropriate. The


matter may be referred to the Student Judicial Committee.2.Complaints About Faculty And Employees The Cooper Unionhas established separate procedures to handle student complaintsabout harassment and discrimination imposed on students byfaculty or staff.

Sexual harassment, whether it imposes a requirement ofsexual cooperation as a condition of academic achievement ornot, is inimical to the College’s academic environment. Harass-ment and discrimination on the basis of race, religion, nationalorigin, sex, and/or sexual orientation and any other characteristicprotected by law is also prohibited. Student complaints aboutharassment by staff or faculty should be filed with the Dean ofStudents, the Vice President for Finance,Administration and Treas-urer/Equal Opportunity Officer, or the Academic Dean.

The Vice President for Finance, Administration and Treas-urer/Equal Opportunity Officer will investigate, or will appoint aninvestigator to investigate the matter and try to resolve the matter asamicably and privately as possible. If this effort is not successful andif the Vice President for Business Affairs or the President deems itappropriate under the circumstances, a Hearing Board may beappointed by the President to review the complaint, conduct anyadditional investigation deemed appropriate, and make recom-mendations to the President.

A Hearing Board is typically comprised of an AcademicDean, a faculty member, and an elected student representative,all from schools other than that of the complainant, although theCollege retains discretion to alter the composition of a HearingBoard as it deems appropriate.

In resolving any matter, the College retains discretion to takeany remedial action it deems appropriate, including, withoutlimitation, warning, demotion, transfer, suspension, trainingand termination.

Part Three: Disciplinary Sanctions Which May Be Imposed1.Warning A warning in writing, in the case of a minor infraction,that further violation of the Standards of Conduct may result in amore severe disciplinary sanction.

A copy of the warning letter will be retained by the StudentJudicial Committee in its files until the student permanently leavesThe Cooper Union.2. Loss of Privileges In cases that involve breaking the rules of aspecific facility, students may lose the privilege of using thatfacility on a temporary or permanent basis.

A student who loses privileges may also be issued a warningor higher penalty.

A copy of the letter noting a loss of privileges will be retainedby the Student Judicial Committee in its files until the studentpermanently leaves The Cooper Union.

3.ProbationA letter of censure given in instances of more seriousviolation of the Standards of Conduct where it is believed morestringent disciplinary action is not required. Probation is a trialperiod during which a student who has been in difficulty has anopportunity to demonstrate that he or she can be a responsiblemember of the community. The terms of probation may be variedto fit the individual circumstances and may include a recommen-dation for psychological counseling. The probation letter will beretained by the Student Judicial Committee in its files until thestudent permanently leaves The Cooper Union.4. Suspension Given in cases when it is judged that the studentshould be removed from the college community. This penalty is fora stated period of time, not less than one semester or theremainder of the semester. A suspended student is prohibitedfrom being on any Cooper Union premises during the period ofsuspension without written authorization from the Office of thePresident. A record of the suspension will be retained in the files ofthe Student Judicial Committee until the student leaves TheCooper Union (e.g., graduates, transfers). A notification of thesuspension will be sent to the academic dean, the Office of Admis-sions and Records and the Office of the President.5.DismissalSubject to the approval of the President of the collegebefore taking effect, a disciplinary dismissal involves involuntaryand permanent dismissal from the college. The President shallhave the right to accept, reject or modify the dismissal proposed.A record of the student’s dismissal will become a permanent partof the student’s file and will be noted on his or her transcript.6. Other Actions The Student Judicial Committee may imposeother penalties it deems appropriate to the infraction of the Stan-dards of Conduct involved. Examples of such penalties might be:financial restitution for damages done to the property of TheCooper Union or the property of individuals or for medical andother expenses incurred by individuals as a result of actions by anindividual in violation of the Standards of Conduct.7.Presidential Right of Summary SuspensionSubject to promptreview, the President of The Cooper Union may summarilysuspend a student from the college when, in his or her best judg-ment, such immediate action is necessary for protecting thehealth and safety of the college and/or any member of the collegecommunity. The President will consult with the dean of the schoolwhich the student attends prior to such action, unless, in his or heropinion, time does not permit. Any person so suspended shall haveall rights as outlined in the Judicial Code. Summary suspensionsmust be reviewed by the Student Judicial Committee within seven(7) days in which regular academic business is being conducted.Until and unless the defendant is found to have violated the Stan-dards of Conduct, his or her status as a member of the CooperUnion community shall not be altered. Any person so suspended


shall have the right, if the suspension is not upheld by the StudentJudicial Committee, to be granted excused absences from allclasses and academic responsibilities missed because of suchaction.8. Legal Action The above listed penalties shall be in addition toany penalties or liabilities pursuant to the laws of the State of NewYork, both civil and criminal. The dean or his or her designee may,at his or her discretion, depending on the gravity of the violation,file a criminal or civil complaint with the appropriate public official.Filing an action under this code does not preclude the complainantfrom also filing a criminal or civil complaint.

Part Four: Cooper Union Student Judicial CommitteeThe Student Judicial Committee shall have jurisdiction of allproceedings as stated in this document over matters involving analleged violation of any of the Standards of Conduct stated above.Two students and two alternates shall be elected from among therepresentatives of each of the student councils to serve on theStudent Judicial Committee.

In the case of Category B offenses, six students (two fromeach school) from the Student Judicial Committee shall constitutethe hearing panel. The person bringing charges and the personbeing charged each have the right to challenge the inclusion of twoof these panelists for cause so long as four students, includingalternates, remain available to hear the case and so long as suchchallenge is made before the hearing commences. The panelistsshall elect their own chairperson.

In the case of Category A offenses,six students (two from eachschool) from the Student Judicial Committee shall be joined by anytwo administrative officers of The Cooper Union. The associatedeans from the school in which the student bringing charges andthe student being charged are registered,or other designated repre-sentative of the dean of the appropriate faculty, shall be invited toparticipate as administrative officers, except in cases involvingacademic dishonesty,when a member of the appropriate AcademicStandards Committee shall be invited instead. The person bringingcharges and the person being charged each have the right to chal-lenge the inclusion of two of the student panelists for cause so longas four students, including alternates, remain available to hear thecase and so long as such challenge is made before the hearingcommences. The panelists shall elect their own chairperson.

The dean of students shall serve as coordinator for thecommittee and shall have the responsibility of inviting the admin-istrative officers. This does not preclude the dean of students fromacting as witness, if necessary.

In a case where the panel hearing either a Category A orCategory B violation is equally divided on a decision,the matter will beconsidered by the Appeal Board,which will make the final decision.

The Committee shall adopt its own operating rules and have

the power of amendment, provided such amendment(s) shall notapply to any case pending at the time of the amendment. A copyof any operating rules in effect at the time of the complaint shall besupplied to the person being charged at the time that personreceives notice of the hearing.

Part Five: Procedures for Filing Chargesand Conducting Hearings1. Any member of the community may initiate charges of aninfraction of the Standards of Conduct by a student.Such complaintshould be made in writing and addressed to the Student JudicialCommittee and delivered to the Office of Student Services,6th floor.The Student Judicial Committee may not sanction a student for anymatter not included in the written complaint.The complaint shall setforth in summary fashion the basic facts in which it is stated that aninfraction of a Standard of Conduct has occurred. The particularstandard or standards must be likewise set forth.2. A hearing on the allegations contained in the complaint willbe scheduled within ten working days by the dean of students. Thedean of students shall have delivered to the person charged a copyof the papers setting forth the charges together with the time andthe place of the hearing on the charges and a copy of any operatingrules currently in effect for the Student Judicial Committee.3. Proceedings conducted by the Student Judicial Committeeare completely independent of either civil or criminal proceedingsand may act simultaneously with either. The Student JudicialCommittee is administrative, rather than criminal or civil, in nature.It does not use technical “rules of evidence” and requires lowerstandards of proof to reach a conclusion. This lower standard isknown as a “preponderance of evidence,” and indicates that it is“more likely than not” that a violation did, or did not, occur.4. The failure of the student charged to appear at the statedtime and place shall constitute a waiver of the right to a hearing asset forth.5. All hearings conducted by the Student Judicial Committeeshall be open unless either party requests the hearing to be closed.6. Any person charged or bringing charges in a Category Aoffense shall be entitled to a representative of his or her choice athis or her expense.7. Every student so charged shall be presumed not to havecommitted the alleged violation until the Student JudicialCommittee arrives at its decision.8. The Student Judicial Committee will select one of itsmembers to be chairperson and preside over each hearing. Theperson presiding shall exercise control over the proceedings toavoid needless consumption of time and to achieve orderly


completion of the hearing. Any person, including the personcharged or bringing charges, who disrupts a hearing may beexcluded by the person presiding.9. Any person charged or bringing charges, having appeared atthe hearing, shall have the right to question any witness presentedand to contest the acceptance into the record of any documentpresented as proof in support of the charges. In this latter case, theCommittee shall decide whether the document bears on theissues involved. The person charged shall have the right to presentwitnesses or documents in his or her defense. The names of anywitnesses must be provided to the Committee at least 48 hours inadvance of the hearing. The Committee has the right to refuse tohear witnesses whose testimony they deem irrelevant or to limitthe testimony of witnesses to matters that the Committee deemspertinent. Prospective witnesses, other than the person chargedand the person bringing charges, may be excluded from thehearing during the testimony of other witnesses.10. Formal rules of evidence shall not be applicable in discipli-nary proceedings conducted pursuant to this Code. Unduly repe-titious or irrelevant evidence may be excluded, as determined bythe person presiding.11. Committee members may take notice of matters that wouldbe in the general experience of Cooper Unionstudents, faculty, orstaff members.12. The Committee shall arrange for a tape recording of the hear-ings. The tape shall be retained until all parties to the complainthave permanently left The Cooper Union.13. Decisions, including the sanctions imposed by the StudentJudicial Committee, shall be made in executive session by majorityvote. Witnesses, including the person being charged or bringingcharges, shall not be present at the executive session. All proceed-ings in this executive session except the decision itself shall beconfidential and shall not be disclosed outside of the executivesession, except in cases where federal, state, or municipal lawmandates disclosure of the decision to the complainant or to thecommunity.14. In the event of a recommendation of a disciplinary dismissalherein, the President shall review the recommendation before it isput into effect, as described in “Disciplinary Dismissal.”15. The decision of the Student Judicial Committee may be givenin hand to the student charged or mailed to the last address givenby the student.16. In the written decision, if the student is found to have violatedany of the Standards of Conduct, the student shall be notified inthe notice setting forth the decision of the right to appeal the deci-sion within four business days. The appeal must be in writing andset forth the reasons upon which the appeal is made.

Part Six: AppealA. Composition of Appeal Board

1.Members of the board shall consist of two students andone academic dean.

a. Annually, the elected student representatives whoform the Student Councils from the three schools shall appointone member and one alternate from each school for availableservice on the Appeal Board.

b. In a specific case, one student member must befrom the school attended by the appellant.

c. The remaining student will be selected for service ona rotating basis from the remaining two schools.

d. In the event for any reason a student does not serveon the Appeal Board, the alternate student may serve andparticipate fully in the decision.

2. The academic dean must be from the school theappellant attends, except in the event of the unavailability of anydean so chosen, or if the dean is an interested party in the matterunder appeal. In such case, the President shall select anotherdean to serve as a member of the board. In any event, the deanshall serve as convener of the board and as chair.B. Limitations of the Authority of the Appeal BoardThe Appeal Board shall limit its review of the Student JudicialCommittee’s record to these issues:

1.Does the record show that the parties had a fair andade-quate opportunity to prepare and present their case?

2.Was the sanction imposed, if any, fair and proper in lightof the gravity of the infraction proved?C.Decision on Appeal

1. Appellant must present a written application for ahearing by the Appeal Board within four (4) business days of theStudent Judicial Committee decision.

2. The Appeal Board may, after considering the appeal:a. Accept the decision by the Student

Judicial Committee.b.Return the case to the Student Judicial Committee

for further hearings in keeping with the Appeal Boardinstructions.

c.Reverse the Student Judicial Committee decisionand dismiss the case.

d. Accept the Student Judicial Committee decision,but reduce the sanction. The sanction may not be increased.

If the Appeal Board accepts the report of the Student JudicialCommittee (whether it lowers the sanction or not), the matter shallbe deemed final.

33THE IRWIN S. CHANIN SCHOOL OF ARCHITECTURE 2011–2012 COURSE CATALOG

THE IRWIN S. CHANINSCHOOL OFARCHITECTURE

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of The Irwin S. Chanin School of Architecture is toprovide for its students the finest professional education availablewithin an intellectual environment that fosters and expands theircreative capacities and sensibilities and establishes the founda-tion for a productive professional life. The school is committed tothe belief that one of society’s prime responsibilities is towardlearning and education in the deepest sense: that the exercise ofindividual creativity within a willing community is a profoundlysocial act. Fundamental to the mission of the school is the main-tenance of an atmosphere in which freedom of thought and explo-ration can flourish, where students can explore and utilize theirspecial and individual talents, interests and modes of working, totheir highest potential.


BACHELOR OF ARCHITECTUREPROFESSIONAL DEGREE CURRICULUM

Aims andObjectivesThe School of Architecture offers a five-yearprogram leading to the bachelor of architecture, a first profes-sional degree accredited by the NAAB. The architecturecurriculum is designed to prepare students for a rich array ofopportunities in the profession, offering a broad cultural and intel-lectual foundation in the liberal arts as they relate to the design ofthe environment at all scales. The discipline of architecture inter-preted in the widest possible sense as a cultural practice is seenas a basis for a fully-rounded education at the undergraduate level.Students develop their knowledge and design skills within a frame-work of studios and courses that stimulate research and debateinto the nature and role of architecture as a cultural practice withprofound social and environmental implications.

The content of the curriculum, based on a wide cultural viewof architecture, reflects broad ethical values. Faculty-studentinteraction is conducted on an intensive basis in the design studioand other classes. Within this framework faculty membersencourage students to develop their individual interests andstrengths, with a constant stress on fundamentals and a basiccommitment intended to equip the graduate with a lasting abilityto produce an architecture that is a meaningful synthesis of thesocial, aesthetic and technological. The relationship betweenarchitecture and other creative disciplines is stressed through thefive years. Students are encouraged to express themselves bothverbally and visually.

In a moment where the nature, role and scope of the archi-tect is rapidly assuming new directions and dimensions in both thesocial and technological domains, the school emphasizes the prin-ciples of design and their underlying human values, whilepreparing students to respond positively to change. The programseeks to engender a strong sense of the responsibilities of serviceand leadership, team-work and individual creativity essential tothe development of principled professionals dedicated to inter-preting and constructing the spatial needs of the community.

The five-year design sequence is carefully structured tointroduce the student to the principles of architectonics, the inves-tigation of program and site, structures and environmental andbuilding technologies, in a comprehensive and integratedcurriculum. The studios comprise an introduction to the basicelements of form, space and structure; complex institutionaldesign problems in their urban context; and a year-long thesis thatdemonstrates the student’s ability to synthesize a comprehensiveunderstanding of architecture in society. The traditional and

essential skills of drawing, model-making and design developmentare complemented by a full investigation of the analytical and crit-ical uses of digital technologies. The study of world architectureand urbanism is deepened by the understanding of individualcultures, environmental and technological issues at every scale.The theory of the discipline, past and present, is investigatedthrough the close analysis of critical texts and related to the theoryand practice of other arts, such as public art, film and video. Theposition of the School of Architecture, together with the Schools ofArt and Engineering and the Faculty of Humanities and SocialSciences, offers a unique opportunity for interaction and interdis-ciplinary research and experience.

The Cooper Union’s location in New York City in the heart ofdowntown Manhattan provides a stimulating professional, socialand cultural context for the education of an architect and an urbanlaboratory for the study of design in society. The numerous culturalinstitutions of the city provide an inexhaustible resource forresearch and experience outside the studio and classroom. Theschool’s faculty includes nationally and internationally recognizedarchitects; the school’s diverse student body consists of highlytalented and motivated individuals and its distinguished alumniare leaders in architecture and related fields.


*The elective component for bachelor of architecture candidates can be fulfilled by elective courses inareas such as humanities and social sciences, visual arts, mathematics and science and languages.Approval for these elective courses must be granted by the appropriate academic faculty. A minimumof six elective credits must be taken in the humanities and social sciences.The School of Architecture curriculum includes 32 credits of required coursework in general studies(non-professional coursework outside the discipline of architecture). In addition, students are requiredto complete 13 more credits of elective coursework outside the discipline of architecture.

The Irwin S.Chanin School of Architecture offers a five-year programleading to the bachelor of architecture degree. The degree require-ments are intended to provide students with a rigorous training in andexposure to the creative and technical aspects of architecture. Theprofessional courses in the curriculum are supplemented andenhanced by required courses both within and outside the disciplineof architecture. The requirements are as follows:

CreditsCourses Sem 1 Sem 2

First YearArch 111 Architectonics 4 4Arch 114 Freehand Drawing 3 3Arch 115 History of Architecture I 3 3Arch 118 Computer Applications and Descriptive Geometry 2 2FA100R Introduction to Techniques 1 1Ma 163-4 Calculus and Analytic Geometry 3 3Freshman Seminar 3 -Texts and Contexts: Old Worlds and New - 3

Total Credits First Year 19 19

Second YearArch 121 Design II 5 5Arch 122 Structures I 2 2Arch 125 History of Architecture II 3 3Ph 165-6 Concepts of Physics 2 2The Making of Modern Society 3 -The Modern Context: Figures and Topics - 3

Total Credits Second Year 15 15

Third YearArch 131 Design III 5 5Arch 132 Structures II 2 2Arch 134 Environmental Technologies 3 3Arch 135 Building Technology 2 2Electives* 3 3

Total Credits Third Year 15 15

Fourth YearArch 141 Design IV 5 5Arch 142 Structures III 2 2Arch 143 Construction Management 1 1Arch 153 Town Planning 2 2Electives * 6 6

Total Credits Fourth Year 16 16

Fifth YearArch 151 Thesis 6 6Arch 152 Structures IV 2 -Arch 154 Professional Practice 1 1Arch 205/225 Advanced Concepts/Topics 2 2Electives * 4 6

Total Credits Fifth Year 15 15

Total Credit Requirement for B.Arch. Degree 160

Minor Students who complete a minimum of 15 upper-divisioncredits in a specific field of liberal arts may qualify for a minor inthat field of humanities and social sciences. Minors are offered andwill be designated on student transcripts in the following fields:American studies; art history; literature; history and society. Addi-tional information is available from the office of the dean of human-ities and social sciences.

AccreditationNAAB The National Architectural Accrediting Board mandatesthat the following information be included in catalogs: In theUnited States, most state registration boards require a degreefrom an accredited professional degree program as a prerequisitefor licensure. The National Architectural Accrediting Board(NAAB), which is the sole agency authorized to accredit U.S.professional degree programs in architecture, recognizes threetypes of degrees: the Bachelor of Architecture, the Master ofArchitecture, and the Doctor of Architecture. A program may begranted a 6-year, 3-year, or 2-year term of accreditation,depending on the extent of its conformance with establishededucational standards.

Doctor of Architecture and Master of Architecture degreeprograms may consist of a pre-professional undergraduate degreeand a professional graduate degree that, when earned sequen-tially, constitute an accredited professional education. However,the preprofessional degree is not, by itself, recognized as anaccredited degree.

The Irwin S. Chanin School of Architecture of The CooperUnion offers the following NAAB-accredited degree programs:Bachelor of Architecture (160 undergraduate credits). The nextaccreditation visit for this program will be in 2016.

The NAAB Conditions for Accreditation, including theStudent Performance Criteria, and the NAAB Procedures forAccreditation are available on the NAAB website.

Conditions for Accreditation:http://www.naab.org/accreditation/2009_Conditions.aspx

Student Performance Criteria:http://www.naab.org/accreditation/2009_Conditions.aspx(Part Two (II): Section 1)

Procedures for Accreditation:http://www.naab.org/accreditation/2010_Procedures.aspx


ACADEMIC STANDARDSAND REGULATIONS

Credits Only those students who are officially registered in acourse (i.e., by approval of the dean of the School of Architectureor a faculty adviser and notification of the Office of Admissions andRecords) will have grades and credits entered on their records.

Satisfactory Progress Toward Degree The bachelor of architec-ture degree program is a rigorous course of study that seeks toprepare students intellectually and professionally for the investi-gation and making of architecture. The privilege of studying at TheCooper Union, with the benefit of a full-tuition scholarship for alladmitted students, brings with it important responsibilities. Forstudents in the School of Architecture, these responsibilitiesinclude meeting the requirements of a demanding professionalcurriculum. All students who accept our offer of admission areexpected to fully commit themselves to completing the degreerequirements in accordance with the curriculum, which has beendesigned with great attention to sequence, prerequisites and therelationships between course work and the goals of each designstudio. All classes that comprise the curriculum are essential to theeducation of an architect, and must be successfully completed byeach student in the order intended. Students admitted asfreshmen will complete the program in five years; transferstudents will complete the program in accordance with theirplacement in the design sequence.

Students who do not successfully complete required coursesas outlined in the curriculum will not be permitted to advance to thenext year of study until the missing requirement(s) is/are completed.Since make-up classes are not offered at The Cooper Union,missingrequirements may need to be fulfilled through coursework takenoutside The Cooper Union.The intention to complete requirementsoutside The Cooper Union requires a meeting with the appropriateacademic adviser or faculty member in order to obtain advanceapproval of the potential substitute course, and to confirm theminimum grade required in order for transfer credit to be awarded.It is the responsibility of the student to locate an eligible course at acollege/university that allows part-time/summer study,which will betaken at the student’s expense.Students making up courses in thismanner will be permitted to register for Cooper Union classes inSeptember only after the Office of Admissions and Recordsreceives a transcript showing the successful completion of thesecourses. It is in the best interest of each student to completetheir coursework here at Cooper Union in conformance with theapproved curriculum.

Students must pass a sufficient number of credits each semesterto complete his or her degree requirements within five years ofstudy. When dropping or adding courses, a student must follow alldegree requirements for their particular year of study.

The normal course load is 16–19 credits per semester.Students are required to be registered for a minimum of 12 creditsper semester. Failure to maintain satisfactory progress toward thedegree may be grounds for dismissal.

Students are eligible to register for more than 18 credits persemester, but not more than 20, if they have received at least a 3.0rating for the previous semester.

Transfer Credit Incoming students who have completed college-level academic work outside The Cooper Union may be eligible toreceive transfer credit. Approval of transfer credit will be made bythe appropriate dean or faculty based on transcripts from otherschools and additional materials, including a course description,a course syllabus with topics and course requirements, a readinglist and any quizzes, examinations, papers or projects, etc., thatdemonstrate the level, content and requirements of the course, aswell as the student’s proficiency with the course topics. If neces-sary, a proficiency/placement exam may be administered incertain subject areas. Transfer students must be prepared topresent these and other requested materials for each course forwhich transfer credit is sought. Transfer credit evaluation must becompleted by the end of the first semester of study.

When admitted, transfer students are offered admission intoa specific year of the five-year design sequence. This decision isfinal, and acceptance of the offer of admission represents agree-ment on the part of the admitted student with this decision.

Placement in the Design studio sequence is the only transfercredit evaluation made at the time of the offer of admission. Inde-pendently of Design studio placement, transfer students must fulfillall of their B.Arch degree requirements either through transfercredit or by completing required and elective coursework here.Transfer credit evaluation for required and/or elective coursework inthe B.Arch curriculum, other than the Design studio, is the respon-sibility of the individual transfer student. Transfer students arerequired to seek transfer credit for all other eligible coursework. Itmay not be possible for transfer students to complete all academiccoursework simultaneously with their Design studio requirements.It will be necessary for the matriculating transfer student to success-fully complete the design studio to which he or she is admitted, aswell as all subsequent studios, as part of his or her degree require-ments. The official academic transcript of a transfer student will bereviewed prior to the student’s first registration. This review willdetermine what, if any, additional coursework may be eligible fortransfer credit.


Currently enrolled students who find it necessary to completedegree requirements at another institution for transfer credit to TheCooper Union must have appropriate advance approval.

Credit may be granted for work done at another institution byany student upon examination by the dean. This credit is to berecorded after satisfactory completion of one semester’s work atThe Cooper Union.

Grades used, with their numerical equivalents, are: A (4.0), A-(3.7), B+ (3.3), B (3.0), B- (2.7), C+ (2.3), C (2.0), C- (1.7), D+ (1.3),D (1.0), D- (.7), F (0). The assigned numerical equivalents are usedin computing semester and annual ratings by multiplying thenumerical equivalent of the grade for each subject by the creditsassigned to the subject. The sum of such multiplications for all thesubjects carried by a student is divided by the total credits carriedby him/her for that period to determine the average rating.

The official meanings for letter grades are as follows:A Outstanding performanceB Above average performanceC Requirements satisfactorily completedD Minimum requirements met; passing but

unsatisfactoryF Failure to meet the minimum requirements of a subjectI The designation I indicates that the work of the course hasnot been completed and that assignment of a grade and credit hasbeen postponed. An I designation is permitted only in cases ofillness (confirmed by a physician’s letter) or documentation ofother extraordinary circumstances beyond the student’s control.

The deadline for removal of an I designation will be deter-mined by the instructor and recorded at the time the designationis given, but will not be later than two weeks after the start of thenext semester. If the I is not removed within the set time limit,either by completing the work in the subject or by passing a reex-amination, the Iwill automatically become anFunless the dean ofthe School of Architecture extends the time or the student with-draws from school.

The designation of Iwill be granted only with the approval ofthe dean.W The student has received permission from the instructor andthe dean of the School of Architecture and has withdrawn from acourse while passing the course requirements at the time of with-drawal. This permission must be obtained before the end of thesixth week of the semester. The grade is not included in the calcu-lation of the student’s semester rating but remains on thestudent’s transcript. (See Change of Program: Withdrawing froma Course, page 38.)

WF The student has received permission from the dean of theSchool of Architecture and the instructor and has withdrawn froma course while failing the course requirements at the time of with-drawal. This permission must be obtained before the end of thesixth week of the semester. This grade is included in the calcula-tion of the student’s semester rating, its numerical equivalent is 0,and it remains on the student’s transcript. (See Change ofProgram: Withdrawing from a Course, p.38.)When appropriate, certain courses may be designated as Pass/Failcourses.Pass Requirements completed. This designation is not includedin the calculation of the student’s semester rating.Fail Failure to meet the minimum requirements of a course. Thisgrade is included in the calculation of the student’s semesterrating; its numerical equivalent is 0.

Academic Probation/Final Probation A semester rating below2.0 and/or a grade less thanC in Architectonics, Design or Thesisplaces a student on automatic probation and may be the basis forfinal probation or dismissal, as determined by the Academic Stan-dards Committee.

A student who receives a grade of C- or below in Architec-tonics, Design or Thesis may be required by the Academic StandardsCommittee to repeat the studio. The student may also be removedfrom automatic probation as determined by the Academic Stan-dards Committee.

A student who receives a grade of D+,D or D- in Architec-tonics, Design or Thesis will be placed on automatic probation andwill be required to repeat the studio. The Academic StandardsCommittee may place the student on final probation.The AcademicStandards Committee may also set further academic and/or graderequirements for the student.

A student who receives anF in Architectonics,Design or Thesiswill be placed on final probation and will be required to repeat thestudio.The student will be required to receive a grade ofC+or betterin the repeated class.A student who fails to meet this condition maybe dismissed by the Academic Standards Committee.

A second probation may result in final probation or thedismissal of the student. The Academic Standards Committeemay place a student on final probation.

A student placed on automatic probation may be subject toacademic requirements as determined by the Academic Stan-dards Committee.

A student on final probation who receives a semester ratingbelow 2.0 and/or a grade less than C in Architectonics, Design orThesis at any point in the remainder of his or her academic careerin the School of Architecture will be immediately, automatically


and permanently dismissed from The Cooper Union with a forfeitof the right of appeal. Automatic dismissal on final probationunconditionally and irrevocably terminates a student’s academiccareer in the School of Architecture.

A student on probation may not carry more than 18 creditsa semester.

Each student is responsible for his or her total accomplish-ment and for being continuously aware of the standards definedin the preceding paragraphs. Students whose work by midsemester indicates possible failure to meet the minimum stan-dards of a course, including excessive absences, should arrangeto meet with their respective faculty to address the matter in detail.

A student must have a cumulative grade point average of 2.0or better in order to graduate from The Irwin S. Chanin School ofArchitecture.

A student may not repeat any Design studio (or Architec-tonics or Thesis) more than once.

Any student who fails Arch 151 (Thesis) twice will bedropped automatically from the program.

Additional credits for repeated Design studio (or Architec-tonics or Thesis) do not count towards the 160 credits required forthe B.Arch degree.

Change of GradeA change in an official grade of record cannot bemade by the dean of Admissions and Records without the expressconsent of the dean of the School of Architecture. The dean ofAdmissions and Records will automatically convert an I designa-tion to anF if an official change of grade is not submitted within thetwo-week deadline after the start of the following semester. Gradechanges will not be accepted after one calendar year has elapsedfrom the completion of the course.

Change of Program: Adding a Course Students are permitted toadd a course only during the first two weeks of a semester,during thedrop/add period. They must receive the approval of the dean andmust report the addition to the Office of Admissions and Records.

Adding courses after the drop/add period is not permitted evenif the student has been attending the class(es).

Change of Program: Withdrawing from a Course Students maywithdraw from a course with appropriate written permission bynotifying the Office of Admissions and Records during the first twoweeks of a semester, during the drop/add period. A withdrawalfrom class during this period will result in the deletion of the courseas may be necessary from the student’s record. Students are notpermitted to withdraw from courses if doing so would impedesatisfactory progress towards the degree.

Withdrawal from a course during the drop/add period must beaccompanied by an addition of equivalent credits in another courseas may be necessary in order to maintain satisfactory progresstoward the degree.

Students who wish to drop a course after this deadline mustfirst receive permission from the dean. If the student is passing thecourse at the time of withdrawal, a designation ofWwill appear onhis or her record. If the student is failing the course at the time ofwithdrawal, a grade of WF will be recorded. It is the student’sresponsibility to obtain the necessary permission from the schooland to submit proper notification to the Office of Admissions andRecords in order to withdraw from a course.

Students are not permitted to withdraw from a course afterthe sixth week of the semester. Failure to attend a class doesnot constitute withdrawal; a student who fails to attend a classwithout formally withdrawing will earn an F in the class. Studentsare not permitted to withdraw from a class as a means of avoidinga failing grade.

Change of Program: Change of Section Students are permittedto transfer from one section to another of the same course beforemidterm if they are passing the course at that time. Permission ofthe dean is required for the change of section.

Leave of AbsenceStudents who have completed at least one yearof study and need to interrupt their studies may be granted a leaveof absence for up to one year by permission of the dean. Onlystudents in good academic standing and making satisfactoryprogress toward the degree may request a leave of absence.A leaveof absence is generally granted between the second and third yearsor the fourth and fifth years of study. A meeting with and permissionfrom the dean of the School of Architecture is necessary.

Required Leave of Absence A student who fails Architectonics,Design or Thesis will have his/her academic record reviewed by theAcademic Standards Committee. If the student is permitted tocontinue, the student will be required to repeat that semester ofstudio (Architectonics, Design or Thesis) as well as meet any otherconditions set by the Academic Standards Committee. If it is notpossible for the student to make significant progress towards thedegree requirements in the semester prior to repeating the studiocourse (as determined by the Academic Standards Committeeand/or the dean), the student will be placed on a mandatory leaveof absence for one semester and will resume his or her studies inthe following semester by repeating the required studio andenrolling in other classes for a total registration of at least 12credits. The student’s registration must be approved by the dean.


Medical Leave of Absence Students who are forced to interrupttheir studies for medical reasons must submit with their requestfor reinstatement an opinion from the student’s physician or ther-apist. The Cooper Union reserves the right to require a secondopinion by a physician of its choosing.

Interim Year/Independent Study Architecture students in goodstanding and making satisfactory progress toward the degree mayelect to interrupt their studies at The Cooper Union for a period ofone year for purposes of study or travel. This interim year option isavailable to architecture students who have completed at leastone year of study at The Cooper Union. A meeting with and permis-sion from the dean of the School of Architecture is necessary.

Students who intend to accomplish academic credit outsideThe Cooper Union while on an interim year must consult with thedean to plan an appropriate program in affiliation with anotherinstitution. Credit will only be considered upon the student’s returnand after review of his or her portfolio and appropriate academicdocumentation.

Readmission Students who have withdrawn from the School ofArchitecture after having completed at least one year of study atThe Cooper Union must reapply to the school to be considered forreadmission in competition with transfer applicants.

Students who have withdrawn from school before they havecompleted one year of study at The Cooper Union must reapplythrough the freshman admission procedure.

Students who have been dismissed for academic deficien-cies and are eligible for readmission must apply within two yearsto the chair of the Academic Standards Committee before May 15for admission in September and before November 15 for admis-sion in January. They should be prepared to demonstrate a changefrom the circumstances that warranted their dismissal.

Former students who have been dismissed due to academicdeficiencies and who have been out of The Cooper Union for morethan two years (four semesters) at the time of anticipated returnmust apply through the regular admission procedure. If offeredadmission, previous Cooper Union credits earned may be evalu-ated for transfer credit.

Residence A candidate for a degree must be enrolled and in resi-dence during the entire academic year immediately preceding thegranting of the degree.

GraduationTo be eligible for graduation, a student must completethe minimum number of credits listed for his or her curriculum andmust spend a minimum of four semesters in full-time residentstudy at The Cooper Union.

Students are responsible for their total accomplishment andfor being continuously aware of the standards for graduation.

Graduation requirements as outlined in this catalog areguidelines that are subject to change.


MASTER OF ARCHITECTURE IIPOST-PROFESSIONAL DEGREECURRICULUM

Aims andObjectivesThe new Master of Architecture II post-profes-sional degree program was launched in 2009 to extend the visionand intellectual rigor of the undergraduate program and allow afurther development of the school’s preeminent position in theeducation of architects.

The Master of Architecture II is a design research, post-professional degree open to applicants with a first professionaldegree in architecture (Bachelor of Architecture or Master ofArchitecture I) from a program accredited by the NAAB or equiv-alent accrediting agency in another country. The program servesprofessionals who wish to continue in practice with higherresearch and design skills in those areas in which the programoffers specialization. It additionally prepares those with firstprofessional degrees who wish to develop parallel careers inteaching and/or continue to engage in research toward an appro-priate Ph.D. degree at another institution.

The program seeks to address modern and contemporaryissues in the practice and theory of architecture and urbanism,incorporating considerations from history as well as the presentcondition of globalization and the continual emergence of newscientific developments and technologies.

The program offers concentrations in one or a combinationof three areas: theory, history and criticism of architecture, urbanstudies and technologies. Prospective students will declare theirarea(s) of concentration during the application process. Appli-cants are required to complete a minimum of one year of workexperience after obtaining their first professional degree beforeapplying to the program.

The design studio serves as a major component of theprogram; students from all three concentrations will work togetheron a common program under the direction of a studio critic duringthe first two semesters. Seminars will address issues particular tothe concentrations as well as other topics making use of the inter-disciplinary resources offered by The Cooper Union.

Theory, History and Criticism of Architecture Considers ques-tions concerning the theory and criticism of modernism andcontemporary architecture, the philosophy and aesthetics ofarchitecture, the mediatization of architecture and broadercultural and historical issues through the critical readings of texts,the development of critical projects and a written thesis.

Urban Studies Addresses issues central to the design, planningand development of cities and regions, including study of themorphological, social and cultural effects of globalization; thesurvival of local urban cultures; redevelopment of central cities,suburbs and exurbs; and issues specific to New York and compar-ative cities.

Technologies Focuses on technological issues of architecturaldesign, representation, planning and production, such as theimpact of new information technologies, new materials and manu-facturing processes; hardware and software development;mapping and modeling techniques; and the technologies of fabri-cation as they influence new design strategies. This area focusesas well on the economic, ethical and technological dimensions anddesign potentialities of sustainability and developments in newstructural systems, materials and building assemblies.

Program Requirements All applicants to the Master of Architec-ture II program must have previously obtained a bachelor of archi-tecture or a masters of architecture first professional degree froma school accredited by the NAAB or equivalent accrediting agencyin another country. The program is structured to be completed intwo full-time consecutive semesters with a final thesis semesterduring the subsequent summer session. Final thesis presentationswill take place during the first week of the fall semester followingthe student’s year of study. Graduate students are expected tocomplete all 30 credits of the M.Arch II degree requirements infull-time continuous resident study at The Cooper Union.

Courses Credits

Semester I (Fall)

Arch 411 Graduate Research Design Studio I 6

Arch 401 Proseminar 2

FA100R Introduction to Techniques 0

Seminar in concentration 2

Seminar out of concentration 2

Total Credits First Semester 12

Semester 2 (Spring)

Arch 412 Graduate Research Design Studio II 6

Arch 402 Thesis Research Tutorial 2

FA100R Introduction to Techniques 0

Seminar in concentration 2

Seminar out of concentration 2

Total Credits Second Semester 12

Semester 3 (Summer)

Arch 413 Graduate Thesis (written or studio) 6

Total Credit Requirement for M.Arch II Degree 30


Thesis In April of the spring semester prior to advancing to Arch413 Thesis, each student will be required to present an elabora-tion of his or her thesis topic and program for review and accept-ance by the faculty. Final thesis presentations will be made duringthe first week of fall semester following the student’s year of study.

Seminars Out of Concentration It is recommended that studentsregister for courses originating in the graduate program (Arch 482,Arch 483 and Arch 485) to satisfy their out-of-concentrationseminar requirements. As an alternative, the lecture componentof elective courses originating in the undergraduate program atthe advanced level (such as Arch 190 Structures Elective, Arch225 Advanced Topics in History, Theory and Criticism, as well asArch 205 Advanced Concepts), will be open to students in thegraduate program for credit with tutorial meetings and with grad-uate-level requirements for written or project based work, to satisfyrequirements for their out-of-concentration coursework.

The undergraduate curriculum course numbering system isstructured such that a first digit of “2” or greater OR a second digitof “4” or greater indicates an upper level course, which studentsin the undergraduate program would normally take in their 4th or5th year of study.

Graduate courses in the Albert Nerken School of Engineeringas well as select upper level undergraduate elective courses couldbe made available to Master of Architecture II students with priorpermission from the student’s academic adviser and the individualcourse instructor. Undergraduate courses may be used to satisfyrequirements for out-of-concentration coursework only.

ACADEMIC INTEGRITY

Built upon Peter Cooper’s vision of education, The Cooper Unionfor the Advancement of Science and Art from its inception has beendedicated to the highest ethical standards. The School of Archi-tecture, founded on principles of independent and exploratorythought,maintains that individual creativity within a willing commu-nity is a profoundly social act. In fostering a context of intellectualrigor, the program gives emphasis to a broad spectrum of culturaland ethical concerns which are of significance in the preparationof students for a professional degree and their role in society aspracticing professionals of intelligence, creativity and integrity.

Authorship Acts of academic dishonesty are extremely seriousviolations of both the spirit and the substance of this community.The Academic Standards Committee of The Irwin S. ChaninSchool of Architecture will review acts of academic dishonestyincluding cheating, plagiarizing or the submission of work that hasnot been prepared by the person claiming authorship. Such actsare viewed as an extremely serious violation, punishable by proba-tion, suspension or dismissal. The action of the Academic Stan-dards Committee in such cases will become part of the student’spermanent academic record.

The Studios Central to maintaining a creative environment forintellectual investigation and intuitive exploration are the shareddesign and computer studio spaces on the third and seventh floorsof the Foundation Building.

In the studios,students work together as a community of indi-viduals. Here, students and faculty from all years engage in aprocess of rigorous inquiry, discussion and critique, freely sharingknowledge, ideas and methodologies.Students study the principlesand works of architecture that have contributed to the bettermentof the human condition in the development of their own projects.Students of the upper years serve as mentors for the lower years.Diversity and balance are critical values in generating an academicambiance where humanistic ideals and ethical views serve as aconstant reference for individual growth and development. Thesocial and intellectual environment thus created is considered avital part of the students’experience at The Cooper Union.Studentsare required to be present in studio for all hours that their designstudio meets and to develop their work in the studio.

Students should be aware of and observe all policies andconditions for the use of the studios, including hours of access.Studio use policies and responsibilities are distributed at thebeginning of each academic year.


Annual Exhibition of Student Work The End of Year Show is amajor event of the School of Architecture,exhibiting the work devel-oped during the previous academic year to the academic andprofessional communities and the public at large. It is an opportu-nity to present the pedagogical framework of the school and facultyand to celebrate the rigor and diversity of the student work.

The exhibition occupies the lobbies, halls and classrooms ofthe third and seventh floors, and the Houghton Gallery. Prepara-tion of these spaces and hanging the work is a tremendous taskthat must be accomplished in the very short period of timebetween the end of classes and commencement. Students of allyears are required to make requested projects available for theexhibition and are expected to fully participate in the installation.

In addition to making their work available for the Annual Exhi-bition, individual student work may be requested for otherpurposes (other exhibitions, accreditations, etc.). Students arerequired to provide requested projects or other materials, whichwill be returned to them in a timely manner. While student work isto be available for these purposes, work produced by students aspart of their coursework remains their property.

FACILITIES

The facilities of the School of Architecture are housed on the thirdand seventh floors of the Foundation Building, initially completedin 1859 and now a National Historic Landmark widely referred toas one of New York City’s great monuments. In 1974, John Hejduk,the first dean of the School of Architecture, designed a major alter-ation of the interior. In 2002, the restoration of the brownstoneexterior was completed.

The Studios All students in the School of Architecture areprovided individual workspace on the third floor within a sharedstudio. With the first through fourth years sharing a single largestudio and the fifth-year thesis class in smaller studio spaces, aunique environment fostering cross-fertilization between classesand individual students is maintained. School of Architecturestudents have individual studio workspace with a full-sizedrawing/drafting table as well as a small individual or larger sharedwork table for reference, model building, etc. The school doesnot support the principle or practice of continual 24-hour studioaccess. Studios are generally open Monday–Thursday 8 am–2am, Friday and Saturday 8 am–midnight, and Sunday fromnoon–2 am.

Computer StudioThe School of Architecture Computer Studio onthe seventh floor of the Foundation Building is specificallyintended to support a design curriculum that recognizes thegrowing use of computing as an instrument of practice and whichurges students to explore its formal and cultural implications. Thefacility utilizes both Macintosh and Dell Precision PCs (includinghigh-end multiple-processor rendering stations), scanning andprinting capabilities and two large-format plotters. Softwareincludes an array of imaging, drawing, drafting and 3D modelingand rendering programs. This facility is open to all students of TheCooper Union. Considered integral to the activities of the designstudio, this computing facility is open whenever the design studiosare open, giving students access an average of 17 hours a day. Astudent monitor trained to assist in the effective use of the facilityand to do simple troubleshooting on the hardware is present when-ever the center is open.

In addition to the School of Architecture’s 3D printer and laser-cutter, other three-dimensional output capabilities include a laser-cutter in the School of Art and a CNC machine and rapid prototypemachines in the School of Engineering.

Computing facilities designed to serve the specific needs ofthe Schools of Art and Engineering are open for use by students ofthe School of Architecture.


Personal Laptops The School of Architecture Computer Studio isopen to all architecture students and is equipped with all of thehardware and software necessary for their work and study. Werecommend that students who wish to purchase their own laptopcomputers complete their first year of study before making apurchase in order to fully test a variety of programs and platforms.Current students have selected a variety of laptop models in bothMac and PC platforms for individual use.The Cooper Union assumesno liability for personal laptops. Students who use/bring theirpersonal laptops to school are solely responsible for the safety andsecurity of their equipment and are strongly advised to store theirlaptops in their lockers when not in use.

Lecture Room A small auditorium on the third floor is used forlecture classes and invited lecturers. Special lectures are open toall interested Cooper Union students.

Shop An outstanding all-college sculpture shop administered bythe School of Art is located on the fourth floor. Integral to both theprogram and pedagogy of the School of Architecture, the shop isequipped for projects in wood, metal, plastics, plaster and clay,and includes a bronze casting foundry. For a complete descriptionof the sculpture shop facility, please refer to the School of Artsection (page 46).

Study Collection The School of Architecture has fostered thegrowth of a non-circulating Study Collection of books and othervisual material that are not otherwise accessible through theCooper Union library system, sometimes including rare or limitededition items, often on loan from private collections. Studentsmake use of the room for quiet reading and study. The room is alsoused for seminar classes and meetings.

School of Architecture Archive The School of ArchitectureArchive is responsible for the ongoing collection, documentationand storage of student work, and now has documentation ofstudent work produced at the school since 1983. This provides aninvaluable record of the pedagogy of the school that can be usedfor exhibitions, publications and student research. In addition, theArchive’s Blueprint Collection, Lantern Slides, New York PostcardCollection, Stanley Prowler Slide Collection, New York City Water-front Archive, Limited Edition Books and rare books are resourcesavailable for use by students and faculty for research and study.The Archive also manages the loan of analog and digital videocameras as well as other photographic equipment for student useon class projects.

41Cooper Square In September 2009, The Cooper Union openedits first new academic building in fifty years at 41 Cooper Square,opposite the landmark Foundation Building. This building housesthe School of Engineering and the Faculty of Humanities andSocial Sciences, studio and classroom space for the School of Art,computing facilities for all students, and a shared gallery and audi-torium. Equipped with studio-learning labs, 41 Cooper Squareprovides all students of The Cooper Union with access to state-of-the-art tools to pursue creative and original research and design inthe course of their learning.


COURSES

Students should consult official classlists for courses offered in a givensemester. There is no assurance thata course listed in this catalog will begiven every year.

Be advised that each schooloffers certain electives that are opento all students; consult each school’scourse listing.

UndergraduateDesign (Required)

Arch 111 ArchitectonicsIntroduction to the study ofarchitecture; investigation of theinterrelationships of space, structureand visual composition. Exploration ofthe syntax of architecture. Models andorthographic drawing.4 credits per semester

All Architectonics students arerequired to take an Introduction to(Shop) Techniques course.1 credit per semester

Arch 121 Design IIProjects comprise elementalarchitectural programs wherein thestudent is required to sustain theformal investigations of first year whileintegrating the complexities ofprogram, context and site. Spatial,structural, material, environmental andvisual design are integrated. Emphasisis placed on communicating conceptsthrough drawings and models.5 credits per semester

Arch 131 Design IIIStudy and analysis of historicalprecedents followed by a sequenceof design problems of increasingcomplexity. Emphasis on the planningof buildings and the interrelationshipsamong form, structure, detail andtechnologies.5 credits per semester

Arch 141 Design IVInvestigation of urban programs andsites requiring the integration of form,structure and space. Examination ofthe complexities implicit in theresolution of urban problems. Analyticstudies and explorations generatespecific programs for developmentof each project. Emphasis given tolarge-scale integrations and the impactof urban transformations uponexisting fabric.5 credits per semester

Arch 151 ThesisA synthesis of four years’ educationalexperience. The choice of the areaof study is the responsibility of thestudent. The scope of the problem isdefined by each student, who alsodecides on his or her method ofexposition. Problems are analyzed andstudied with the aid of faculty fromeach discipline and by visiting critics.6 credits per semester

Structures (Required)

Arch 122 Structures IA qualitative examination of thebehavior of structures. Characteristicsand development of the stressesgenerated from the simple to thecomplex. A study of the materials ofconstruction used in structures.2 credits per semester

Arch 132 Structures IIThe study of strength of materials isapplied to the quantitative designprocedures for wood and steelstructures. Students completeindividual projects in wood and low-rise steel structures.2 credits per semester. Prerequisites:Ma 163/164, Ph 165/166 and Arch 122Structures I

Arch 142 Structures IIIThe design of reinforced concrete usingstress methods and plastic design iscombined with individual projects inlow-rise concrete structures. Elementsof soil mechanics and soilinvestigations are included (Fall only) infoundations design.2 credits per semester. Prerequisite:Arch 132 Structures II

Arch 152 Structures IVIntensive seminars are completedon prestressed concrete, wind andearthquake design for tall structuresand special structures, while thestudent becomes the structuralconsultant for individual assignmentsfor the structural solution of realarchitectural projects coveringprestressed, high-rise steel andconcrete buildings and shells.2 credits. Prerequisite: Arch 142Structures III

Environmental Technologies(Required)

Arch 134 EnvironmentalTechnologiesEnvironmental and life safety systemsas they affect program and buildingform, including mechanical (heating,cooling, ventilating), water supply anddisposal, electrical, lighting, acoustics,vertical transportation, communication,security and fire protection. Principlesof sustainability. Passive and activesystems.3 credits per semester

Building Technology (Required)

Arch 135 Building TechnologyMaterials and methods of architecturalconstruction, lectures, examination anddiscussion of classic as well as currentbuilding techniques. Studentsassemble full-size “mock-ups” ofdetails for class study germane to theirdesign classes. In general, this coursedoes not separate “construction” from“design” but attempts to supplement,by means of a more detailed study ofdesign assignments. Field trips may bemade to buildings under construction.2 credits per semester

Drawing (Required)

Arch 114 Freehand DrawingBasic drawing skills, composition andcolor perception. Studio and homeworkassignments.3 credits per semester

Arch 118 Computer Applicationsand Descriptive GeometryDescriptive geometry as a science ofgraphical representation of three-dimensional lines, surfaces and solidswith emphasis on development ofdrawing and drafting skills.Understanding how graphical andconstruction information is representedin the computer, how information isrepresented in drawings, nature of theoverlap between the two. Develop acritical facility to appreciate limitationsand strengths of representationaltechniques.Computer as a mechanismfor communication and research.2 credits per semester

History of Architecture (Required)

Arch 115 History of Architecture I(Sem. I) An introduction to the study ofthe concepts, designs and builtexamples of architecture from antiquitythrough approximately the third centuryC.E. Selected projects from throughoutthe world will be analyzed in terms ofplanning, design, structure, technique,function, social context and meaning.3 credits

Arch 115 (Sem. II)An introduction to the study of theconcepts, designs and built examplesof architecture from approximately thefourth through the 15th century.Selected projects from throughout theworld will be analyzed in terms ofplanning, design, structure, technique,function, social context and meaning.3 credits

Arch 125 History of Architecture II(Sem. I) An introduction to the study ofthe concepts, designs and builtexamples of architecture fromapproximately the 15th through the18th century. Selected projects fromthroughout the world will be analyzedin terms of planning, design, structure,technique, function, social context andmeaning.3 credits

Arch 125 (Sem. II)An introduction to the study of theconcepts, designs and built examplesof architecture from approximately the18th through the 20th century. Selectedprojects from throughout the world willbe analyzed in terms of planning,design, structure, technique, function,social contextand meaning.3 credits

Arch 153 Town PlanningA modernist response to the problemsof large metropolitan cities. Taking ahistorical perspective, the course willanalyze town planning responses ofspecific architects and groups for citiessuch as Paris, London, New York,Vienna and Chicago, questioning thecultural determinants that made townplanning a modernist stance.2 credits per semester


Advanced Concepts and Topics(Required)

Arch 205 Advanced ConceptsThis course is intended to be anadvanced course dealing with therelationship between architecturalspace and some other discipline in thehumanities. The course deals with aninterdisciplinary approach toward anew poetic and the phenomenology,psychology and metaphysics of space.(After fulfilling the Arch 205 AdvancedConcepts degree requirement, astudent may enroll in other additionalArch 205 Advanced Concepts classesfor elective credit.)2 credits

Arch 225 Advanced Topicsin History, Theory, CriticismAdvanced study in history, theory,criticism of architecture, urbanismand technology.(After fulfilling the Arch 225 AdvancedTopics degree requirement, a studentmay enroll in other additional Arch 225Advanced Topics classes forelective credit.)2 credits. Prerequisites: Arch 115History of Architecture I, Arch 125History of Architecture II and Arch 175Modern Architectural Concepts orpermission of the instructor

Professional (Required)

Arch 143 ConstructionManagementIntroduction to constructionmanagement principles, techniquesand methods including scheduling,cost-estimating, planning andcontrolling construction process.1 credit per semester

Arch 154 Professional PracticeThe role of the architect in relation tothe community, client, builder, workerand engineer. Societal, ethical, legaland personal obligations. Officeorganization and administration.1 credit per semester

Elective Courses

Arch 165 Analysis ofArchitectural TextsIntroduction to analytical methods andtechniques and their relationship tosynthetic activity in the design process.2 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

Arch 175 Modern ArchitecturalConceptsThe concepts and generators of formand space relative to architecture ofthe 20th century are explored andinvestigated.2 credits. Prerequisites: Arch 115History of Architecture I, Arch 125History of Architecture II or permissionof instructor

Arch 176 Theory of LandscapeArchitectureLecture/studio course explores theinterrelationships of nature, site designand built form. Focus on basicelements of nature addressedideologically, poetically, culturally andpractically through an interdisciplinarystudy of works by selected artists,writers, landscape architects andarchitects. Work with landscapefundamentals, continue on to morecomplex issues of natural processesand aesthetics, such as atmosphere,ephemerality and time, and of siteplanning, such as site selection,topography, drainage, ecology andclimate, especially as related toarchitecture and art in the land.2 credits. Open to all students

Arch 177 Computer Graphics,Image Processing and VisionIntroduction to basic concepts ofspatial description and manipulation bycomputer enables student to use thesetechniques as an aide in problems offormal spatial drawing with acomputer. Examination of the issues of“hand-eye axis” in computer-baseddrawing and “paint” systems as wellas more abstract algorithmic methodsof drawing. Image acquisition andtransformation by computer, its relationto computer vision and control ofrobots and machines which build willbe another area of emphasis. Survey ofa wide variety of applications includingtypeface design, page layout andmake-up, animation and interactivecontrol of video systems.2 credits. Open to all students

Arch 178 Advanced DrawingSeminarThe course will focus on the dialoguebetween figuration and abstraction.Students will be expected to plan andelaborate an ongoing series ofdrawings. The class will meet on aseminar basis to critique work inprogress and to discuss issues relevantto the language of drawing. There maybe an open studio available for thosestudents who wish to pursue drawingfrom the model. However, students willbe encouraged to investigate a broadspectrum of imagery and materials.2 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

Arch 185 CrossingsThis project-oriented studio course willexplore and investigate developmentsin architecture, art, literature andengineering that reinforce orreintroduce the interrelationships ofthese diverse disciplines including theimplications of recent scientificdevelopments that cross and disruptestablished boundaries andfoundations of compartmentalizeddisciplines, giving us new insights intothe natural processes within the richdiversity of nature. A revitalized andstimulating field of inquiry is nowoffered to architects, artists andengineers, with technological andcultural implications.2 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof the instructor

Arch 185 CrossingsThe Feltman SeminarThis seminar will investigate theprinciples, aesthetics andmethodologies of lighting perceptionand design. The Feltman Fund, a giftto the school, makes this seminarpossible and supports its chairs.2 credits. Open to all students

Arch 190 Structures ElectiveThe reason for the unique structuralsolutions for existing buildingstructures is presented in depth.These studies will include structuresof all sizes subject to gravity, windand/or seismic forces. The pathfollowed to arrive at the best solutionis analyzed in open discussion. Thecorrelation between the architectural,structural and mechanical needs,as well as considerations relatedto the actual erection of thesestructures, is presented.2 credits. Prerequisites: Arch 122, Arch132, Arch 142, Arch 152 or permissionof the instructor

Arch 194 EnvironmentalTechnologies ElectiveAdvanced study in environmentalissues to include such topics ascultural and environmentalsustainability, resource allocation, newmaterials and methods, globalnetworks, urban growth, etc., as theyrelate to architecture on many scales.2 credits. Prerequisite: Arch 134Environmental Technologies orpermission of the instructor.

Arch 300 Computer-Aided Designand Descriptive GeometryArchitecture-specific exploration intoperception, methods and conventionsof the geometric representation ofspace through the new perspective ofcomputer applications. Introduction toconcepts of projections, hinge andprojector lines as well as absolute andrelative coordinate systems throughlocal deduction by considering parallel,axial, radiant and stereoscopicprojections as variations of the samesystem. Introduction of CAD specificmethods such as Solid, NURBS andParametric Modeling, hierarchical- andcommand-based programs. Criticalcomparison of computer capabilitiesand architectural tangible scalemodeling methods to understandpossibilities and limitations ofcomputer-aided design in architecture.Critical exploration of methods andmedia for representation and design ofspecific works of architecture.2 credits. Open to all students


GraduateRequired for students inall concentrations.All courses are one semester.

Arch 401 ProseminarAn introduction to research inarchitecture and urbanism: theory,research (methods and techniques) andwriting, for M.Arch. II degree studentsonly. Selected readings inhistoriography, theory, criticism anddesign and methods. Includes lecturesand seminars by faculty and visitingspecialists in the fields of history andcriticism, architecture and urban designmethods, research in representationaltechniques, digital technology, etc.Presentations by each student in theprogram will encourageinterdisciplinary comparison andshared knowledge.2 credits

Arch 402 Thesis Research TutorialIndividual thesis research conductedunder the supervision of an adviseror advisers leading to the preparationof a Thesis Prospectus required foradvancement to the third semesterof the program.2 credits

Arch 411 Graduate DesignResearch Studio IThe Design Research Studio 1 willestablish a general problemincorporating aspects of architectural,urban and technological designresearch to be undertaken by the class,with each student contributing to his orher specific area of expertise. Thestudio will include seminars by invitedguests on topics relevant to theprogram’s principal areas of study.6 credits

Arch 412 Graduate DesignResearch Studio IIIndividual design projects withingeneral guidelines established by thefaculty, each emphasizing the specialarea(s) of research of the student.6 credits

Arch 413 Graduate ThesisThe choice of the area of study is theresponsibility of the student. The scopeof the project and method of expositionis defined by each student inconsultation with their thesis adviserand must be approved prior to thebeginning of the summer term on thebasis of a thesis prospectus presentedto the group of faculty. Students willdevelop a mutually agreed uponschedule for meetings with theiradviser and for regular project reviews.6 credits

Arch 482 Graduate Seminarin TechnologiesSelected topics in the advanced studyof technological issues in architecturaldesign, representation, materials,planning, production and construction.Open to undergraduate fourth- andfifth-year architecture students as anelective with permission of theinstructor and the dean.2 credits per semester

Arch 483 Graduate Seminarin Urban StudiesSelected topics in the advanced studyof urban form including readings andcase studies in urban analysis, globaldevelopment, historic preservation andtypological transformation. Open toundergraduate fourth- and fifth-yeararchitecture students as an electivewith permission of the instructor andthe dean.2 credits per semester

Arch 485 Graduate Seminarin Theory, History and Criticismof ArchitectureSelected topics in the advanced studyof the theory and criticism ofmodernism and contemporaryarchitecture, the philosophy andaesthetics of architecture, themediatization of architecture andbroader cultural and historical issues,through the critical readings of texts aswell as case studies. Open toundergraduate fourth- and fifth-yeararchitecture students as an electivewith permission of the instructor andthe dean.2 credits per semester

FACULTY

Administration

Anthony Vidler, Dean, ProfessorB.A. Hons., Dipl.Arch., CambridgeUniversity;Ph.D., Delft University of Technology(The Netherlands)

Elizabeth O’Donnell, Associate Dean

Monica Shapiro,Administrative Associate

Pat De Angelis, Secretary

Emmy Mikelson,Assistant to the Deans for PublicPrograms and Research

Steven Hillyer, Director,Architecture Archive

Sara Jones, Special Projects Assistant,Architecture Archive

Full-Time Faculty

Professors

Diana I. AgrestDipl. Arch., School of Architecture andUrbanism, University of Buenos Aires;Université de Paris: Ecole Pratique desHautes Etudes VI Section;R.A., F.A.I.A.

Diane H. LewisB.Arch., The Cooper Union;The American Academy in Rome;R.A., F.A.A.R.

Proportional-TimeFaculty

Professors

Kevin BoneUniversity of Colorado;Wright/Ingraham Institute;B.Arch., Pratt Institute;Royal Danish Academy of Art;R.A.

Anthony CandidoGeorgia Institute of Technology;B.Arch., Illinois Institute of Technology

David GerstenNew York Institute of Technology;B.Arch., The Cooper Union

Roderick KnoxB.Arch., B.F.A., The Cooper Union;M.Arch., Harvard University;R.A., N.C.A.R.B.

Stephen RustowB.A., University of Rochester;M.Arch., M.G.P., MassachusettsInstitute of Technology;R.A., N.C.A.R.B.

Sean W. SculleyB.A., Harvard University;B.Arch., Columbia University;R.A.

David TurnbullB.A. Hons, Dipl.Arch., Universityof Bath (England)

Lebbeus WoodsUniversity of Illinois; Purdue University

Guido ZulianiDiploma (M.Arch.), IstitutoUniversitario d’Architettura di Venezia,Italy

Associate Professor

Tamar ZinguerB.Arch., The Cooper Union;M.Sc.,Technion-Israel Instituteof Technology;M.A., Ph.D., Princeton University

Assistant Professor

Michael YoungB.Arch., California Polytechnic Institute;M.Arch., Princeton University;R.A.

Adjunct Faculty

Professors

William ClarkB.A., Pennsylvania State University;M.A., Ph.D., Columbia University

Elizabeth O’DonnellUniversity of Minnesota;B.Arch., The Cooper Union;R.A.

D. Grahame ShaneDiploma (B.Arch.), The ArchitecturalAssociation School, London, England;M.Arch., Ph.D., Cornell University

David ShapiroB.A., Ph.D., Columbia University;B.A., M.A., University of Cambridge

Michael WebbDiploma, Regent Street Polytechnic


Associate Professors

Pablo Lorenzo-EiroaDipl. Arch., University of Buenos AiresEscuela Superior de Bellas ArtesErnesto de la Carcova Argentina;M.Sc. University of Buenos Aires;M.Arch., Princeton University

Georg WindeckDipl.Ing., Technical University of Berlin;R.A.

Assistant Professors

Hayley EberB.A.S., The University of Cape Town;B.Arch., The Cooper Union;M.Arch., Princeton University

MariaElena FannaUniversity of Kentucky;B.Arch., The Cooper Union

Lydia KallipolitiDiploma, Aristotle University ofThessaloniki Greece;SMArchS, Massachusetts Instituteof Technology;M.A., Princeton University;Ph.D. (in progress), Princeton University

Louis KatsosB.C.E., M.B.A., New York University

James LowderB.Arch., Southern California Institute ofArchitecture;M.Arch., Princeton University

Sheng ShiB.S.C.E., M.S.S.E., Drexel University;P.E.

Anthony TitusB.Arch., The Cooper Union;M.F.A. Unviersity of Chicago

Visiting Professors

Samuel M. AndersonA.B., Harvard College;Sussex University, England;B.Arch., The Cooper Union;R.A.

Eduardo CadavaPh.D., University of California, Irvine

Ashok RaijiB.Sc., University of Bombay, India;B.S., M.S., Texas A&M University;P.E.

Peter SchubertB.S.Arch., Ohio State University;M.Arch., Columbia University;R.A.

Mirko ZardiniDiploma (M.Arch.), IstitutoUniversitario d’Architecttura di Venezia

Visiting Associate Professor

Markus SchulteB.Sc., M.Sc., University of Hannover(Germany);P.E.

Visiting Assistant Professor

Michael M. SamuelianB.Arch., The Cooper Union;M.Arch., Harvard University;R.A., N.C.A.R.B.

Instructors

Urtzi GrauDiploma, Escuela Tecnica Superiorde Barcelona, Spain;M.S.A.A.D, Columbia University;M.A., Princeton University;Ph.D. (in progress), Princeton University

Aida MironB.Arch., The Cooper Union;Diploma, Bauhaus Stiftung Germany;M.Arch., Escuela Tecnica Superior deBarcelona, Spain

Laila SeewangB.A., University of Tasmania, Australia;B.Arch., The Cooper Union;M.Arch., Princeton University

Mersiha VeledarB.Arch., The Cooper Union;M.Arch., Princeton University

Uri WegmanB.Arch., The Cooper Union

Previous Adjunct/VisitingProfessorsIn order to indicate the distinction andlevel of professional accomplishmentof these professors, we take pleasurein listing appointments of the pastyears: Anders Abraham, Wiel Arets,John Ashbery, Manuel Baéz, NormanBryson, Sverre Fehn, Jay Fellows,Robert Freeman, Remo Guidieri, JanisHall, Martin Harries, John Hawkes,Christopher Janney, Josef PaulKleihues, Jana Leo de Blas, JamesMerrill, Don Metz, Francesco Pellizzi,Ahmad Rahimian, Gaetano Pesce, JohnRajchman, George Ranalli, Aldo Rossi,Joseph Rykwert, Antonio Sanmartín,Jürgen Sawade, Massimo Scolari,Catherine Seavitt, Lee Skolnick,Richard Stapleford, Bernhard Strecker,Anthony Titus, Bernard Tschumi, HansTupker, Wim van den Bergh, MichaelWebb and Bruce McM. Wright.

Emeriti

Peter D. EisenmanThe Irwin S. Chanin DistinguishedProfessor Emeritus of ArchitectureB.Arch., Cornell University;M.S.Arch., Columbia University;M.A., Ph.D., University of Cambridge;R.A., N.C.A.R.B., F.A.I.A.

Sue Ferguson GussowProfessor Emerita of ArchitecturePratt Institute;The Cooper Union;The Brooklyn Museum;B.S., Columbia University;M.F.A., Tulane University

John Q. Hejduk*Dean of the Irwin S. Chanin Schoolof ArchitectureProfessor Emeritus of ArchitectureThe Cooper Union;B.S. in Arch., University of Cincinnati;M.Arch., Harvard University;Università degli Studi, Rome;Hon. L.H.D., University of Illinoisat Chicago;R.A., N.C.A.R.B., F.A.I.A.;Fellow of the Royal Society

Richard Henderson*Associate Dean of The Irwin S. ChaninSchool of ArchitectureProfessor Emeritus of ArchitectureB.Arch., Cornell University;R.A.

Ricardo ScofidioProfessor Emeritus of ArchitectureThe Cooper UnionB.Arch., Columbia University;R.A., N.C.A.R.B.

Ysrael A. Seinuk*Degree in Civil Engineering,University of Havana;P.E., F.A.C.I., C.Eng., F.I.C.E.,F. A. S. C. E.

Chester WisniewskiProfessor Emeritus of ArchitectureB.Arch., Syracuse University;Taliesin. R.A., N.C.A.R.B.


THE COOPER UNIONSCHOOL OF ART

MISSION STATEMENT

The mission of the School of Art is to educate artists in the broadestsense, both as creative practitioners engaged with a wide range ofdisciplines in the visual arts and as enlightened citizens of theworld who are prepared to question and transform society. Theprogram is structured around an integrated curriculum thatfosters connections between disciplines, as well as between tradi-tional and new media. The studio experience affords the opportu-nity for the development of individual artistic vision in dialogue withcollective debates and experiments within an intimate communityof artists. The study of history, theory and criticism in the visual artsand general studies in the humanities and social sciences areconsidered essential in intellectually grounding studio practice.Central to the school’s philosophy is the advancement of theartist’s role in initiating critical responses and alternative modelsin relation to the prevailing forms and institutions of culturalproduction. Students are challenged to expand their research andexperimentation across The Cooper Union, as well as in thesurrounding urban environment and in the wider public sphere.

49THE SCHOOL OF ART 2011–2012 COURSE CATALOG

Bachelor of Fine Arts Curriculum

Goals andObjectivesThe goal of the B.F.A. program is to educatestudents in the skills, knowledge and understanding necessary forprofessional practice in art- and design-related fields. An inte-grated program not only teaches students in specific disciplines,but also in the complex interrelation of all visual vocabularies.

The Foundation Program consists of a series of prerequisitecourses taken during the first year. This introductory year isdesigned as a basis for the educational program of the School ofArt and is intended to prepare students for studies in all of thedisciplines offered within the curriculum. Through exposure to avariety of two- and three-dimensional projects, students are givena general introduction to the specifics of visual and spatialphenomena, and to concepts, principles and techniques of thevisual arts.

Following the completion of the Foundation Program, thedisciplines offered are drawing, film and video, graphic design,painting, photography, printmaking and sculpture. Elective studioclasses and seminars are also offered on a rotating basis. Studentsmay choose to focus their work in one or more areas of specializa-tion and are encouraged to follow an integrated approach byselecting from various areas while observing a prerequisite systemdesigned to allow in-depth study in specific disciplines.

Bachelor of Fine Arts RequirementsCandidates for the bachelorof fine arts degree are expected to complete 130 (131 for studentswho entered in 2010 only) credits within eight semesters of studyand within the following disciplinary credit distribution. (See chartat right.)

Certificate in Art Requirements A certificate in art program isavailable for a small number of students for whom the B.F.A.program is not appropriate. Candidates for the certificate programmust complete 60 credits in two years of full-time study (with aminimum of 30 credits per year) or in four years of part-time study(with a minimum of 15 credits per year). All Foundation studiocourses must be completed and students must follow prerequisitecourse requirements in selecting advanced studio electives.

The certificate program consists of 24 credits in Foundationstudio and a minimum of 27 credits in advanced studio. Studentsmay take up to nine credits in art history.

All academic standards and regulations of the School of Artapply to the certificate program.

Students in the certificate program may apply through theOffice of Admissions for transfer to the B.F.A. program after

completing 42 credits at Cooper Union.Transfer students applying to the certificate program may

transfer, at the time of admission, a maximum of 12 credits fromanother institution.

For Students who entered on or after September 2011

Course Credits

Required Foundation Courses

Basic Drawing (Analytical and Descriptive) 61

2-Dimensional Design 61



Color 21

Introduction to Techniques 11

Foundation Project 11

Required Art History Courses

Modern to Contemporary: An Introduction to Art History 41

Art History Electives 10*

Required General Academic Studies

Freshman Seminar 31

Texts and Contexts: Old Worlds and New 31

The Making of Modern Society 32

The Modern Context: Figures and Topics 32

Science 3

General Academic Studies Electives

To be elected from Art History3, Foreign Language4,

History of Architecture, Humanities,

Social Sciences and Sciences 12

Prerequisite and Advanced Studio Courses

To be elected from any studio discipline 54

Required Senior Presentation 0

Free Electives

To be elected from courses in any discipline at Cooper Union

or at other institutions approved by the dean of the

School of Art 10

Total Credit Requirement B.F.A. Degree 130

* Including 2 credits in prehistory through 17th century art and 2 credits in global perspectives on art

1 First-year requirement for all students2 Second-year requirement for all students3 Maximum of three credits4 With permission of the dean of the School of Art


For Students who entered on or after September 2010

Course Credits

Required Foundation Courses

Basic Drawing (Analytical and Descriptive) 61




Color 21

Introduction to Techniques 21

Foundation Project 11

Required Art History Courses

Introduction to Art History I 21

Introduction to Art History II 21

Introduction to Art History III 22

Art History Electives 8

Required General Academic Studies

Freshman Seminar 31

Texts and Contexts: Old Worlds and New 31

The Making of Modern Society 32

The Modern Context: Figures and Topics 32

Science 3

General Academic Studies Electives

To be elected from Art History3, Foreign Language4,

History of Architecture, Humanities,

Social Sciences and Sciences 12

Prerequisite and Advanced Studio Courses

To be elected from any studio discipline 54

Required Senior Presentation 0

Free Electives

To be elected from courses in any discipline at Cooper Union

or at other institutions approved by the dean of the

School of Art 10

Total Credit Requirement B.F.A. Degree 131

Studio Courses The student’s choice of studio courses is basedon individual interest in various disciplines, on prerequisitecourses for advanced areas of study and on the student’s interestin working with particular instructors.

There are limitations on the number of credits a student maytake each semester in any one area of study, depending upon thestudent’s progress in the program (number of credits completedtoward the degree). The number of credits allowed is determinedas listed below:

Maximum Credits perCredits Completed Semester per Area of Study*

B.F.A. 32 (Sophomore) 6

64 (Junior) 9

96 (Senior) no limit

Certificate 30 9

45 no limit

* Includes related techniques courses

General Academic Studies Requirements and ElectivesDuringthe first two years, B.F.A. candidates must take four core coursesin the humanities and social sciences (12 credits), as well as onecourse each semester in art history (two required courses and twoelective courses, eight credits total). At any time after the first-yearthey must take a three-credit science course.

Throughout the last two years, they must complete aminimum of 18 elective credits, six of which are required to be inart history; the remaining 12 may be taken in humanities, foreignlanguages (with permission of the dean of the School of Art), socialsciences, art history (maximum three credits), history of architec-ture and the sciences.

Foreign language credit for intermediate and advancedcourses, e.g., FL20J, FL21J, FL30J, FL31J, taught by languageinstructors with appropriate academic credentials, will be grantedtwo general studies credits per semester with a limit of four creditsaccepted in the category of general academic studies electiveswith permission of the dean of the School of Art. Intermediate oradvanced foreign language studies beyond four credits countedtoward general academic studies will be acceptable for free elec-tive credit, limited to two credits in language studies per semester.

Free ElectivesDuring the last three years, students have a choiceof electives in the School of Art in addition to the requiredcurriculum. Courses designated with the prefix TE or SE receivefree elective credit, as do studio courses taken beyond the 54credit requirement. Only one TE course per semester may be

1 First-year requirement for all students2 Second-year requirement for all students3 Maximum of three credits4 With permission of the dean of the School of Art


taken. Students may also enroll in engineering or architecturecourses at The Cooper Union or courses at other accredited insti-tutions with the permission of the dean of the School of Art (or theacademic adviser). Free elective credits are approved and grantedby the dean of the School of Art (or the academic adviser).

Outside Electives These electives may be used only to meet freeelective and/or general academic studies credit requirements;they cannot substitute for prerequisite or advanced studio elec-tives. Students may take up to three credits per semester at acollege other than The Cooper Union. For credit to be countedtoward the B.F.A. degree, permission of the dean of the School ofArt (or the academic adviser) is required before registration atanother institution for the semester concerned. No such credit willbe awarded retroactively.

Senior Presentation RequirementA public presentation of eachsenior student’s work, normally in the student’s final semester, isa requirement for graduation. Each student may satisfy thisrequirement with an exhibition or, where appropriate, a screening,performance or publication. No student will be permitted toreceive a degree unless this requirement is completed to the satis-faction of the faculty and the dean of the School of Art at a mutu-ally agreed upon time and venue. Completion of the requirementwill be reflected on the student’s transcript. The 41 Cooper Gallerywill be reserved for senior student exhibitions during much of thespring semester; other appropriate exhibition spaces will also bemade available.

Progress Toward the Degree Students are expected to maintainnormal progress toward their degrees, i.e., passing enough creditseach semester to complete degree requirements within four yearsof study.

The normal work load is 17 credits per semester during theFoundation year and 16 credits per semester thereafter (= 130credits = B.F.A. degree requirement).

Students should consult with the Office of AcademicAdvisement in order to assess their progress towards the degree.

Requirements for Nonresident Study Eligibility for non-residentstudy, i.e., the exchange and mobility programs, is as follows:Students who have completed at least 64 credits toward the bach-elor of fine arts degree,have a cumulative G.P.A.of 3.0 overall, andhave no outstanding first- and second-year requirements, mayapply for one semester of non-resident study. The student mustmaintain good academic standing in the semester prior to depar-ture, otherwise permission to participate may be revoked.

Transfer students must have completed at least 32 credits inresidence at The Cooper Union before applying for non-residentstudy and must have an additional 32 credits to complete inresidence upon their return. Transfer students must also havemet all first- and second-year requirements and be in good academicstanding, defined as having a cumulative G.P.A. of 3.0 overall.

Students applying for non-resident study must be in resi-dence during the semester when they are completing the appli-cation process.

Students may earn a maximum of 12 credits in studiocourses for one semester of study on exchange or mobility. Amaximum of six credits may be awarded by any one facultymember for work done while on exchange or mobility.

Since foreign schools may have academic calendars at vari-ance with that of The Cooper Union, students studying onexchange who cannot return in time for the start of the nextsemester at the School of Art must request an elective leave ofabsence for that semester.

Students may participate in non-resident study only onceduring their stay at The Cooper Union.

For information on details governing these programs, pleaseinquire at the Office of Academic Advisement and Off-CampusPrograms.

Exchange Programs The School of Art offers a number ofexchange programs with schools abroad. They currently includeopportunities to study in the Czech Republic, England, France,Germany, Israel, Japan, the Netherlands, Spain, Sweden andSwitzerland.

Mobility Program The Cooper Union School of Art is a member ofthe Association of Independent Colleges of Art and Design(A.I.C.A.D.). A list of schools participating in the mobility programin the U.S. and Canada is available in the Office of AcademicAdvisement and Off-Campus Programs.

Schools in the metropolitan New York City area are not avail-able for a semester exchange.

Students should consult the Office of Off-Campus Programsfor information about these exchange and mobility opportunities.

Students from other institutions who are enrolled at theSchool of Art as exchange or mobility students may not apply totransfer to The Cooper Union School of Art while in residence atThe Cooper Union.


ACADEMIC STANDARDSAND REGULATIONS

CreditsA credit is an academic unit of measure used for recordingprogress in the program of study and in meeting the academicrequirements of the degree. In studio and lecture courses, one (1)credit represents a minimum of three (3) hours of work during eachweek of a 15-week semester dedicated solely to that course. Thesecriteria apply to each course in which the student is enrolled.

Example in studio courses:Sculpture, 3 credits, equals 9 hours of work per week (i.e., 4 hoursin class and 5 hours outside work [studio or home] or 3 hours inclass and 6 hours outside work).

Example in techniques courses:Casting Techniques, 2 credits, equals 6 hours of work per week (i.e.4 hours in class and 2 hours outside work).

Example in a lecture course:English Literature, 3 credits, equals 9 hours of work per week (i.e.,3 hours in class and 6 hours of outside work).

The number of credits awarded in each course represents thefulfillment of an agreement by the student to satisfy the courserequirements as defined by each instructor, on time, and in accor-dance with the definition of credit.

Additional Credits in an Advanced Studio CoursePermission toadd credits to individual course commitments may be granted onlyunder special conditions and must receive the written approval ofthe instructor and the dean of the School of Art (or the academicadviser) during the registration process.

Juniors and seniors in good academic standing (defined ashaving earned a minimum 3.0 G.P.A. in School of Art studiocourses for the previous semester) may add credits to their indi-vidual course commitment under the following conditions: nomore that two (2) additional credits in one course and no more thata total of three (3) additional credits in any one semester.

Additional Credits in a Semester Normal progress towards adegree is 16 credits per semester. Students may register for up to19 credits only if they earned a minimum 3.0 G.P.A. overall for theprevious semester. Under special conditions, students mayregister for more than 19 credits only with the permission of thedean of the School of Art (or the academic adviser). Students whowish to register for less than 16 credits must do so in consultationwith the Office of Academic Advisement of the School of Art.

Independent Study Independent study is an alternative to class-room study and may be taken only with a member of the residentfaculty (defined as full-time or proportional-time faculty membersor adjunct faculty members on three-year appointments). Onlyjuniors and seniors in good academic standing (defined as havingearned a minimum 3.0 G.P.A. overall for the previous semester areeligible for independent study. Independent study may be takenonly once during a semester in an advanced subject for one (1),two (2) or three (3) credits. One (1) credit of independent studyrepresents a minimum of three (3) hours of work during each weekof a 15-week semester.

The major consideration in approving proposals for inde-pendent study is the educational value of the study project withinthe structure of the degree requirements. Permission to undertakestudy off-campus can be given only when it is required by thenature of the specific project and when the experience has beenevaluated to be valid by the instructor and approved by the deanof the School of Art.

Transfer CreditsAll incoming students (freshman with advancedstanding and transfer) may apply for transfer credits to be countedtoward the B.F.A. degree requirements or certificate in art. Thesecredits must be approved by the dean of the School of Art, with theevaluation based on transcripts from other schools. The transfercredits will be officially recorded only after one semester of satis-factory work is completed at The Cooper Union.

Transfer credits may be granted specifically in lieu of theSchool of Art’s foundation, prerequisite or elective courses. Amaximum of 60 credits may be transferred toward the B.F.A.degree, at the time of admission only. An accepted applicant whohas previously earned a baccalaureate degree in a discipline otherthan art will be treated as a transfer student for purposes of evalu-ating completion of degree requirements and length of timeallotted at The Cooper Union to complete the B.F.A.

The required 10 credits of free electives, however, must becompleted during the student’s stay at The Cooper Union. Nopreviously earned credits may be transferred into this category.Exceptions to this rule may be granted by the AdmissionsCommittee, with the approval of the dean of the School of Art, atthe time of admission only. (See also page 13.)

Attendance Attendance at classes is mandatory. Unexcusedabsences and excessive lateness will be cause for probationor dismissal.

Registration Only those students who are officially registeredin a course (i.e., by approval of the dean of the School of Art andnotification to the Office of Admissions and Records) will have


the grades and credits entered on their records. Students arerequired to register for each semester during the announced regis-tration period.

A student who receives a grade of F, W or WU in the firstsemester of a one-year course will not be allowed to register for thesecond semester of that course. In such a situation the student willbe called before the Academic Standards Committee for individualreview and/or counseling in order to determine a future programof study. Students whose records by mid-semester indicate apossible failure to meet required standards, may be so informed.

Grades At the end of every semester each student receives agrade for his or her semester’s work in each subject.

The grades, expressing the faculty’s evaluation of students’work in School of Art courses, are: A (4.0), A- (3.7), B+ (3.3), B(3.0), B- (2.7), C+ (2.3), C (2.0), C- (1.7), D+ (1.3), D (1.0), D- (.7),F (0).

The numbers in parentheses give the assigned numericalequivalents of the letter grade for each course. These are used incomputing semester index and cumulative index ratings by multi-plying the numerical equivalent of the grade for each course by thecredits assigned to that subject. The sum of such multiplicationsfor all the subjects carried by a student is divided by the totalcredits carried by him or her for that period to determine the indexor grade point average.

The meanings for the letter grades are as follows:A Outstanding performanceB Above average performanceC Requirements completed; average performanceD Passing, but unsatisfactoryF Failure to meet the minimum requirements of a subjectI The designation I indicates that the work of the course hasnot been completed and that assignment of a grade and credit hasbeen postponed. An I will be given only in cases of illness(confirmed by a physician’s letter ) or documentation of otherextraordinary circumstances beyond the student’s control. Thedesignation of Iwill be granted only with the approval of the deanof the School of Art.

The deadline for removal of an I designation will be deter-mined by the instructor and recorded at the time the designationis given, but will not be later than two weeks after the start of thenext semester. If the I is not removed within the set time limit,either by completing the work in the subject or by passing a reex-amination, the Iwill automatically become anFunless the dean ofthe School of Art extends the time or the student withdraws fromschool before the deadline date.

W Indicates that the student has received permission from thedean of the School of Art and the instructor to withdraw from acourse while passing the course requirements at the time of with-drawal. This permission must be obtained no later than the end ofthe eighth week of the semester. The grade is not included in thecalculation of the student’s semester rating.

WU Indicates that the student has dropped a course withoutpermission of the dean of the School of Art and the instructor afterthe end of the eighth week of the semester. This grade is notincluded in the calculation of the student’s semester rating.

When appropriate, certain courses may be designated asPass/Fail courses.Pass Requirements completed. This designation is not includedin the calculation of the student’s semester rating.Fail Failure to meet the minimum requirements of a course. Thisgrade is included in the calculation of the student’s semesterrating; its numerical equivalent is 0.

A change in an official grade of record, other than the Idesig-nation, cannot be made by the dean of Admissions and Recordswithout the express written consent of the instructor and the deanof the School of Art. Grade changes will not be accepted after oneyear has elapsed from the completion of the course.

Change of Program: Dropping a Course Students may drop acourse by notifying the School of Art office and the Office of Admis-sions and Records during the first two weeks of a semester. A with-drawal from class during this time will result in deletion of thecourse from the student’s record and must be accompanied by anaddition of equivalent credits in another course as needed tomaintain normal progress toward the degree.

Students who wish to drop a course after this deadline mustfirst receive permission from the dean of the School of Art and theinstructor. If the student is passing the course at the time of with-drawal, a designation of W will appear on his or her record. Anycourse dropped by the student without permission of the instructorand the dean of the School of Art and without notification to theOffice of Admissions and Records will be recorded asWU, howeverthe instructor is free to record an F grade in such cases.

If, in the opinion of the instructor, a student’s presence ishindering the educational progress of the class, the student maybe dropped from the class at the request of the instructor. A gradeofWwill be recorded for the course.

After the eighth week of the semester, a course may bedropped only after consultation with the Academic StandardsCommittee and with the approval of the dean of the School of Art.


Change of Program: Adding a Course Students are permitted toadd a course only during the first two weeks of a semester. Theymust receive the approval of the dean of the School of Art andmust report the addition to the Office of Admissions and Records.

Change of Program: Change of Section Students who havecompleted the Foundation program are permitted to transfer fromone section to another of the same course before midterm if theyare passing the course and if space is available at that time.Permission of the dean of the School of Art and both instructors isrequired for the change of section and students must notify theOffice of Admissions and Records.

Academic Probation and/or Dismissal from The Cooper UnionA semester rating of all courses, (i.e., School of Art and Facultyof Humanities and Social Sciences) below 2.5 places studentson probation and makes them subject to dismissal by theAcademic Standards Committee. Students with unexcusedabsences and those excessively late to class are subject to proba-tion or dismissal .Students must maintain normal progress towardthe degree (see p. 51). Failure to observe this standard is groundsfor probation or dismissal.

Appeal Students may appeal to the Academic StandardsCommittee of the School of Art in person and/or in writing whennotified of their unsatisfactory academic performance. Studentshave on-line access to their grades. Please contact the Registrar’sOffice for more information.

When students are called to the Academic StandardsCommittee meeting this is the one chance for students to commu-nicate/explain/defend their unsatisfactory academic perform-ance. The student should appear in person. If this is not possiblethe student may address the Committee in writing.

After the hearing and deliberation the Academic StandardsCommittee shall either determine a probationary period or vote fordismissal. The decision of the Committee is final.

Students on academic probation who do not improve theiracademic standing during the probationary semester or who failto meet minimal academic standards during any subsequentsemester may be called to the Committee and are subject toprobation or dismissal from The Cooper Union.

Leave of AbsenceElective Leave Elective leave may be granted for up to a year’sduration to students who are in good academic standing (definedas having earned a cumulative G.P.A. of 3.0 overall. This form ofleave is only available upon completion of the first-year Founda-tion Program.

Medical and Emergency Leave Medical and emergency leavemay be granted with the approval of the dean of the School of Artand the dean of students and requires supporting documentation.

If a leave has been granted for medical reasons, a recom-mendation from the student’s physician or therapist must supportthe student’s request for reinstatement and/or extension of leave.Approval of the dean of students is required for reinstatement. TheCooper Union reserves the right to require a second opinion by aphysician of its choosing.

Students must request all leaves of absence in writing. Awritten request for reinstatement is also required.

Withdrawal from School Written requests for withdrawal fromschool should be addressed to the dean of the School of Art.

Readmission Students who have been dismissed or who havewithdrawn from the school and wish to be considered for read-mission must reapply through the normal admissions procedures.

Such applicants may be asked to appear for an interview witha representative of the Admissions Committee as part of thisprocess.

Graduation To be eligible for graduation students must completethe minimum number of credits required for the B.F.A. degree orthe Certificate and must have been enrolled for a minimum of foursemesters at The Cooper Union as a full-time student for theB.F.A., or a minimum of four semesters as a part-time student forthe Certificate in Art.

All candidates for the B.F.A. degree must satisfactorilycomplete the requirement for a senior presentation.

Students must have a cumulative grade point average of 2.0or better in order to graduate from The Cooper Union School of Art.

Students eligible to graduate and participate in commence-ment exercises must be approved by the Faculty of the School of Art.

Students who have not fulfilled the requirements for gradu-ation will normally not be permitted to participate in commence-ment exercises.

Graduation requirements as outlined in this catalog areguidelines that are subject to change.

Students are responsible for their total accomplishment andfor being continuously aware of the standards defined in thepreceding paragraphs.Residence A candidate for a degree must have been enrolledduring two academic semesters preceding the granting of thedegree and in residence during the last semester.


FACILITIES

The School of Art is primarily housed in the 1859 landmark Foun-dation Building. The renovated studios and labs offer completefacilities for a visual arts education. Seniors, juniors and manysophomores are assigned individual studio spaces by lottery. Inaddition, some Foundation Program classrooms, many studentstudio spaces, the Herb Lubalin Study Center, and the 41 CooperGallery are housed in the new academic building located at 41Cooper Square.

Graphic DesignTwo multimedia classrooms at 41 Cooper Squareare equipped with high-definition projection teaching stations, andwith Apple MacPros which are connected to the Internet via T1lines. In addition, the Computer Studio provides scanners, andblack-and-white and color printers.

A metal type shop, located on the fifth floor of the FoundationBuilding, with Vandercook presses is also available with technicalstaff assistance. The students’ personal studio areas provide indi-vidual drawing tables and flat file storage for advanced students.

A professional staff of technical assistants is available duringposted Computer Center hours.

Painting/Drawing Both the historic Foundation Building and 41Cooper Square house facilities for Painting and Drawing. In theFoundation Building, skylight ceilings flood abundant naturaldaylight throughout a number of classrooms, workrooms andstudent studio spaces dedicated to painting and drawing. Addi-tional painting studios and a drawing classroom are located on theninth floor of 41 Cooper Square. Classrooms are equipped witheasels, model stands, palette tables, sawhorse tables and storageroom for props. Common workrooms are furnished with slop sinks,worktables and storage racks to accommodate the preparationand storage of artwork.

The painting offices in both buildings have equipment forcheck-out and a limited number of art supplies for sale. Staff tech-nicians are available during the week to provide technical supportand help facilitate a healthy and safe work environment. A stafftechnician is now available during weekend and evening hours.

PhotographyThe traditional photography lab area is equipped with16 photo enlargers in a large black-and-white communal darkroomthat can print negatives sized from 35mm to 4x5 inches. There isone color/black and white enlarger that can print film sized from35mm to 8x10 inches. In addition, there is a large black-and-whitefilm processing area with automatic temperature control and a dedi-cated alternative-processes room with UV exposure units that canproduce up to 30x48 inch exposures.

The digital photography lab has 16 Macintosh workstationswith seven 13 inch wide professional quality inkjet printers, alongwith two wide-format digital printers with the ability to print digitallyup to 44x90 inches. The digital lab is also equipped with a Hassel-blad Flextight film scanner capable of scanning film sized from35mm to 5x7 inches. There are also numerous 8.5x11 inch flatbedscanners, two Nikon film scanners, and numerous Wacom tablets.

A well-equipped studio provides the space and tools to photo-graph two- and three-dimensional sets with tungsten and/or elec-tronic flash lighting systems for traditional or digital imaging.

Large- and medium-format film cameras are available forcheckout as well as a range of professional DSLR cameras includingthe Canon 50 Mark II.

A professional staff of technical assistants is available contin-uously during posted studio hours.

Printmaking A well-equipped and ventilated printmaking shopaccommodates intaglio, lithography, silkscreen and relief printingprocesses and papermaking. The facility includes three lithog-raphy presses, three etching presses and three silkscreen vacuumtables. There is a dedicated computer facility with two large formatprinters for digital imaging and pre-press photographic work.Thereare more than 100 stones for lithography and a collection of rollersfor lithography,monotype,and surface rolling in etching.The papermill is complete with beater, a 75-ton hydraulic press, vats and thecapability for both Western and Japanese papermaking.


SculptureA large, all-college sculpture shop supports opportuni-ties for production of a wide range of three-dimensional work. Thisfacility is equipped with machinery for wood- and metal-working,mold-making, bronze casting and projects using wax, clay, plasterand some plastics. An Epilog 36EXT 60 Watt Laser cutting/engraving system has recently been implemented.

A professional staff of technical assistants is available contin-uously during posted shop hours for management and supervi-sion, as well as consultation and collaboration on projects frommany different studio disciplines.

Film The film area provides Super 8 and 16mm cameras,supported by solid-state digital audio recorders, microphones,lighting kits, tripods and other production equipment.

The editing facility includes Super 8 and 16mm telecine (filmto tape) transfer machines, Bolex and DSLR animation stands, a16mm rotoscope system and a JK optical printer. Students canedit on film using Steenbeck flatbed editors and Super 8 viewers,or use Final Cut Studio to cut their projects on digital video. The


sound room is equipped with a ProTools HD digital audio worksta-tion with surround mixing capabilities and a vocal isolation booth.ProTools LE Mbox systems are also available. The projection boothis equipped for 16mm and Super 8 and offers flexible signal-routing with ties to the main classroom/ screening room, whichdoubles as a theater for large-screen projection of film and video.


Video The Video area provides Mini-DV, AVCHD & HDVcamcorders,as well as 3CCD 24p SD and HD camcorders,HDSLRsand a large sensor HD camcorder. Accessories include micro-phones, lighting kits, tripods and other production equipment.

The video editing facility has eight workstations with Final CutStudio, Adobe After Effects and Photoshop, Pro Tools LE and otheraudio and video software. Additional outboard equipment includesvarious analog audio and video decks, mixers and special effectsdevices. Other equipment (monitors, speakers, projectors, VCRsand DVD and media players) is also available for multi-mediainstallations. The video lab is networked and equipped with avideo/data projector for instruction and viewing student work.Videos can also be viewed in the screening room equipped with anHD video projector and surround sound system.

A professional staff of technical assistants is continuouslyavailable during posted studio hours.

Animation Lab The computer lab adjacent to the film and videoareas provides workstations for two- and three-dimensional anima-tion, stop motion capture, image processing and audio/ videoediting and compositing.Software includes Final Cut Studio,AdobeAfter Effects and Photoshop, iStopMotion,Dragon Stop Motion,ProTools LE and various other software for producing animation anddigital artwork. Additional hardware includes a flatbed scanner,digital copy/animation stands,digital rotoscope station,vocal isola-tion booth and various analog and digital audio/video decks. Theanimation lab also serves as a supplementary facility for studentsworking with film, video and sound projects and is networked andequipped with an HD video/data projector with surround sound forinstruction and viewing student work.

A professional staff of technical assistants is continuouslyavailable during posted studio hours.

The Computer StudioThe Computer Studio, a part of the Depart-ment of Information Technology, is located on the eighth floorof 41 Cooper Square. It comprises two high-end Apple MacProclassrooms and a central scanning and color output area. TheDepartment of Information Technology supports both PC and Mactechnology, and provides students with a wide range of digitalmedia and imaging options. The facility houses Apple MacProcomputers,which can boot into Mac or Windows operating systems,and Dell PCs; high-resolution reflective and transparency scan-ners; black-and-white and color laser printers; and large formatcolor printers. The Computer Studio workstations are capable ofproducing high quality digital video and audio for broadcast, newmedia and web publishing.

Software available includes complete suites of applicationsfor graphic design, multimedia, 3D design, audio-video productionand animation. The fully-networked studio also provides Internetaccess, CD and DVD production capabilities and printing to manydifferent types of media. Digital video cameras, digital still camerasand microphones are available for loan by students in the lowerlevel 1 A/V Resource Center.

A professional staff of technical assistants is available sevendays a week during posted Computer Studio hours.

Center for Design & Typography The Center, located at 30Cooper Square, combines education with public service.Advanced graphic design students work in guided classroom situ-ations with actual outside non-profit agencies as clients, and oninternal Cooper Union print and web design projects.

Galleries Several galleries around the campus are used to exhibitthe work of students and outside artists in solo or group shows. Inthe new academic building at 41 Cooper Square, the 41 CooperGallery and the Lubalin Center Gallery feature large windowsoffering views from the building’s entrance and an abundance ofnatural light. These spaces, often used in conjunction with oneanother and with the adjacent Rose Auditorium, serve as a highlyvisible site of artistic activity consisting of exhibitions, programs,and screenings for the Cooper Union community, neighborhoodand city at large.

In the Foundation Building, a number of lobby galleriespresent students’ artwork in the historical heart of the school, nearmany of the studios and shops where it was created.

Beginning late in each fall semester and carrying through thespring, gallery spaces in both the Foundation Building and 41Cooper Square showcase work by seniors in The School of Art, withadditional exhibitions of exchange student work, class projectsand work by fellowship recipients. These exhibitions offer anopportunity for students to contextualize and showcase projects

developed throughout the course of the year. The annual studentexhibition at the end of the school year—referred to colloquially asthe End of the Year Show—is mounted throughout the school’sexhibition, studio and classroom spaces and features the work ofart, architecture and engineering students at all levels.

Herb Lubalin Study Center of Design and Typography Locatedat 41 Cooper Square, adjacent to the Lubalin and 41 CooperGalleries, the Herb Lubalin Center’s core collection includes anextensive archive of Herb Lubalin's work, as well as seminal designephemera by other important graphic designers. It also houses areference library pertaining to the history and theory of visualcommunication. In addition to the archive, the Center maintains arich and varied programming schedule, including exhibitions andlectures addressing major trends in graphic design.

COURSESStudents should consult officialschedules for courses offered in agiven semester. There is no assurancethat a courses listed in this catalogwill be given every year.

Each school offers a range ofelective courses that are open toall students; consult each school’scourse listing.

Prefix KeyFA designates studio courses (meetthree or four hours per week)SE designates seminars or lecturecourses (meet three hours per week)TE designates techniques courses(meet four hours per week)

RequiredFoundation CoursesFA 100.1, FA 100.2Introduction to TechniquesAn introduction to the physical aspectsof working with wood, metal,plaster—and plastics, as well as anintroduction to on-campus computerfacilities and resources. A basicintroduction to the Adobe interface,specifically Photoshop and Illustratorwill be provided.1/2 credit per semester. One-yearcourse. Pass/Fail. Staff

FA 101 ColorA study of the physical, perceptual, arthistorical and cultural aspects of color.The phenomenon of color andprinciples of light are explored invarious media towards anunderstanding of color application inall of the fine art disciplinesand architecture.2 credits. Fall only. Ellis/Osinski/Vanni

FA 102.1, FA 102.2Two-Dimensional DesignExploration of the visual andintellectual aspects of form on the two-dimensional surface, in a variety ofmedia. Investigations into therelationships of perception, processand presentation.3 credits per semester. One-year course.Essl/McCarty/Morton/Tochilovsky

FA 104.1, FA 104.2Basic Drawing (Analyticaland Descriptive)A course in freehand drawing designedto emphasize perceptual and inventiveskills in all drawing media.3 credits per semester. One-year course.Brown/Lawley/Masnyj/Richter

FA 105 Four-Dimensional DesignThis course investigates the propertiesof time and movement and thefundamentals of four-dimensionaldesign. Students explore duration,condensation, expansion, interruption,simultaneity, stillness, action andsituation through a wide range ofmaterials.3 credits. Spring only.Hayes/Lehyt/McCarty/TBA

FA 109.1, FA 109.2Three-Dimensional DesignStudents work on projects that explorethe fundamentals of forms and spaceand investigate the properties ofmaterials, structure, mass, scale, lightand motion.3 credits per semester. One-year course.Adams (Sabbatical fall 2011; Leave ofabsence Spring 2012)/Ashford/Boyd/Lins/TBA

SE 150 Foundation ProjectA course that brings together allFoundation year students around aseries of presentations that introducevarious artistic practices, criticallanguages, and criticism. The courseintends to present contrastinghistorical and contemporary models ofcreating, seeing, speaking and thinkingabout art.1 credit. Spring semester only. TBA

Elective,Prerequisite andAdvanced CoursesStudents may enroll in advancedstudio classes with the same coursenumber multiple times. Instructorsand syllabi in these courses will vary.In addition, the content of advancedstudio classes changes with the mixof students in each class.Consequently, the development ofindividual students’ work varies withthe interchange of ideas among thesestudents and their instructor.

The School of Art believes that theability to work with the same instructorin the same discipline multiple times(even as the course content changes)can foster a valuable mentoringrelationship between an instructorand an advanced student.



Calligraphy

TE 216 CalligraphyGeometry, optical balance and thestroke of the broad-edge pen areprimary influences that shape theRoman alphabet. Students learn thefundamentals of “beautiful writing”through the study of historical modelsand the principles that are the basis ofclassical and modern letterforms.Exercises in ink train the handkinaesthetically to write letters withgraceful movement. Exercises in penciltrain the eye to see and analyze thesubtle geometry and skeletal “ideal”form of letters. Precise rhythm in letter-spacing and careful line-spacing createthe color and texture of the page. Theclass will have an emphasis on pagedesign involving hand writtencompositions. Roman and Italiccapitals and small letters will be thefocus of first semester students. Thosewho repeat may be introduced to otherhistorical hands.2 credits. One-semester course. Maybe repeated once. Free elective credit.DiEdwardo

FA 419 Independent Studyin Calligraphy1-3 credits. Requires approval ofinstructor and the Dean of the Schoolof Art

Computer Techniques

TE 303 Techniques in PhotoshopThis course explores techniques andprojects in Photoshop. Students willcomplete projects that demonstratetheir skill and understanding of digitalimage creation. Students will apply thesoftware to projects that they areengaged in or planning. A structuredseries of projects/problems will bepresented to help students master thevarious techniques and tools as wellas the application of the software toreal world situations.2 credits. One-semester course. Cannotbe repeated. Free elective credit. TBA

TE 304 Techniques in After EffectsThis course explores techniques andprojects in Adobe After Effects.Students will complete projects thatdemonstrate their skill andunderstanding of visual effects andmotion graphics. Projects will befaculty and student generated.2 credits. One-semester course. Cannotbe repeated. Free elective credit.McWreath

TE 305 Techniques in HTMLand ProgrammingThis course explores techniques andprojects in HTML and programming.Students will complete projects thatdemonstrate their skill andunderstanding of building web sitesand basic programming. The primarysoftware used in the course will beBBEdit and PHP.2 credits. One-semester course. Cannotbe repeated. Free elective credit.Sparling

Contemporary ArtIssues

SE 401A&B ContemporaryArt IssuesTopic for Fall 2011This seminar addresses issuesessential to an understanding ofcontemporary aesthetic thought andcritical practice as explored by artistsand theoreticians. Integral to thisdiscussion is an examination of therole of art in contemporary society,the changing concept of the avant-garde and the relationship of artto culture. The format of the seminarprovides for required readings, oraland written reports, guest speakersand regular museum and gallery visits.Topics for Fall 2011 include: focusingon Europe and the worlds of art in Parisand Berlin; critical investigations aboutart in France and Germany since the1960s; national debates about cultureand the (colonial) past; developmentsin contemporary artistic production;recent Biennales and today's situation.This seminar is geared toward, thoughnot exclusively, students who areconsidering participating in theexchange program with cities in Europe.2 art history credits. One-semestercourse. May be repeated once for arthistory credit. Bos

Drawing

Prerequisite Course

FA 240.1A, FA 240.1BDrawing IThe course is designed to explore thephenomena of drawing as basic to thevisual language of all disciplines. Thefundamental notion of observation andanalysis in drawing is investigated.As preparation for work in an advancedlevel, the course involves furtherdevelopment of drawing skills andtechniques, as well as an emphasis onindividual aesthetic development.Assignments and group critiques arecentral to the course.3 credits per semester. One-semestercourse. May be repeated once.Prerequisite to all Advanced Drawing.Degen/Gleeson/Goldberg/Lawley/Merz

Advanced Courses

FA 341.1A, FA 341.1BAdvanced DrawingAdvanced studies in drawingemphasizing the student’s conceptualindependence from traditionaldraftsmanship. This course is forstudents who have an establisheddirection in drawing.3 credits. One-semester course. Barth

FA 342.1A, FA 342.1BAdvanced DrawingStudents are encouraged to exploreand experiment with drawing as a wayto further develop visual understandingof pictorial and sculptural space. Theissues surrounding representation andperception are addressed. The focus ofthis class is to help students to usedrawing as a critical and proceduraltool. Using notebooks and journals aswell as reading and research methodsto process ideas, students will workwith drawing to advance and integratetheir individual studio practice bothtechnically and conceptually. Groupcritiques and drawing sessions as wellas individual meetings with theinstructor are integral components ofthe course.3 credits. One-semester course. Bordo(Sabbatical Fall 2011; Leave ofAbsence spring 2012)/Masnyj

FA 344.1A, FA 344.1BAdvanced DrawingOffered to students workingindependently in any medium. Must beself-motivated. There will be group andindividual critiques.3 credits. One-semester course. Lawley

FA 345.1A, FA 345.1BAdvanced DrawingThis course offers an opportunity todevelop a vital vocabulary in drawingthrough exploration of figuration,abstraction, observation orimagination. There will be an emphasison the development and evolution ofconcepts, ideas— and observationsfrom the sketchbook to completedworks.3 credits. One-semester course. L.A.Miller

FA 346.1A, FA 346.1BAdvanced DrawingThis course will use the seminar formatto address the practice of drawing inour contemporary context. Individualmeetings, assigned reading materialand group critiques will be integralto the course. Emphasis will be placedon balancing concerns of both formand content through experimentationor consistency in materials, research,technique and installation.3 credits. One-semester course.McCarty

FA 347.1A, FA 347.1BAdvanced DrawingOffered to students workingindependently in any medium. Must beself-motivated. There will be group andindividual critiques.3 credits. One-semester course.Gleeson

Advanced Drawing/Visiting ArtistsCourse description varies according tothe instructor. For Fall 2011:

FA 343.1A Advanced DrawingThe course will use drawing as thebasis for a dialogue with the group toexamine contemporary practice in theart world. It will include gallery visitsfollowed by group analysis andcomment, assigned reading materialfor discussion. Mirrored with that willbe an emphasis on the individualapproach and means of conveying thework through any means of drawing.The class will focus on method,research, development and installationof work. Periodically group critiqueswill collectively examine the practiceand achievements of the group.3 credits. One-semester course.Visiting Artist Corban Walker

For Spring 2012 and later semesters,please see course schedule andregistration materials for coursedescriptions specific to Visiting Artiststeaching that semester.


FA 449A, FA 449BIndependent Study in Drawing1-3 credits. Requires approval ofinstructor and the Deanof the School of Art

Film/Video

Prerequisite Courses

FA 270.1 Film IAn introduction to the techniques andaesthetics of filmmaking. In a mixtureof theory and practice, participants willbe required to produce at least twofilm projects in response to conceptsand issues raised. The course is inthree parts: technical instruction,critique and screenings of artists’ work.Students are trained in all aspects offilmmaking from shooting, lighting andsound to editing in film or on computerand DVD authoring. There are weeklyreviews of student works-in-progressand each class will include survey ofthe history of artists working in film.3 credits. One-semester course.May not be repeated. Prerequisiteto all advanced film courses.Pre- or corequisite to Animation I.McLaren/Schlemowitz

Note: Film I is required of all studentswho wish to pursue additional work inthe medium.

FA 375.1 Film IIThis introduction to 16 mm filmmakingcovers a wide range of techniques suchas shooting with the reflex Bolex,lighting, single-frame construction,sound and editing. Students learn16mm filmmaking with hands-onexperience and are encouraged to usethe unique qualities of the medium toexpress their original visions. Thiscourse integrates theory and analysisof cinematic language with filmpractice. Films made by independentfilmmakers and artists will be screenedand discussed and advancedfilmmaking techniques such as optical-printing and multiple-exposure will betaught. Critiques of student work willtake place at various points during thesemester and students are required tocomplete their own final 16mm soundfilm by the end of the course.3 credits. May not be repeated.Prerequisite: Film I. Perlin

FA 208.1 Video IAn introduction to video production,postproduction, history and criticism.Students are introduced to basiccamera operations, sound recordingand lighting, as well as to basic editingusing Apple’s Final Cut Pro software,and to DVD production using Apple’s

DVD Studio Pro. Three assignments areto be completed during the semester:two are assigned in conjunction withthe professor. Critiques of theassignments are crucial to the courseas students are expected to speak atlength about the formal, technical,critical and historical dimensions oftheir works. Weekly readings inphilosophy, critical theory, artiststatements and literature are assigned.The course will also include weeklyscreenings of films and videos,introducing students to the history ofvideo art as well as to othercontemporary art practices.3 credits. One-semester course.May not be repeated. Prerequisiteto Video II; pre- or corequisite toComputer Image in Motion I.Hayes/Raad

Note: Video I is required for allstudents who wish to pursueadditional work in the medium.

FA 209 Video IIStudents develop shooting and editingskills with an emphasis on using digitalcamcorders and digital non-linearediting and compositing systems.A sequence of short assignmentsintroduces students to specific digitaltechniques and a range of software.Students will also begin developingtheir personal conceptual orientationand vocabulary. Students will completea series of short videos, as well asexplore both mainstream andexperimental approaches to the movingimage.3 credits. May not be repeated.Prerequisite: Video I. Gerdes

Advanced Courses

FA 376.1A Animation IStudents will learn an arsenal ofphysically-based film animationtechniques from line animation, direct-on-film and roto-scoping to cut-outanimation. Students will apply theirskills and passions based in their ownwork in other art forms (drawing,painting, photography) and will make afew short animation projects over thesemester. The course emphasizes thecreation of meaningful and realizedfilms through the integration of contentand ideas with aesthetics andtechnique. All animation artwork willbe created non-digitally, thoughstudents will learn to shoot and finishtheir projects both digitally and to film.Classes will incorporate basic technicalinstruction, viewings and discussionsabout a variety of classic andcontemporary animation films, hands-on animation work and critiques.3 credits. May not be repeated. Reeves

FA 376.1B Animation IIStudents will create and completeindividual advanced animations,utilizing and building upon techniqueslearned in Animation I. Throughpresentations and critique, screeningsof classic and inventive animations,and in-class work, students willbroaden their perception and commandof animation language and practice.Several animation techniques will beintroduced. Projects begun inAnimation I may be expanded inAnimation II. The class will have ascreening at the end of the semesterto exhibit their completed projects.Prerequisites: Film I or Video I;Animation I, or permission of theinstructor.3 credits. Spring only. Prerequisites:Film I or Video I; Animation I,or permission of the instructor.Spring only. Reeves

FA 377.1A, FA 377.1BAdvanced FilmIndependent projects workshop inSuper 8 and 16mm film. As well asworking in depth with film, studentsare encouraged to explore allpossibilities of the moving image fromexpanded projection techniques tokinetic constructions.3 credits. One-semester course.May be repeated. Prerequisites: Film Iand one of the following: Film II orAnimation II. Hayes/Raad

FA 380.1, FA 380.2Advanced VideoAdvanced students use all the facilitiesof the video lab and continue todevelop their personal styles throughclose individual instruction. Studentscomplete two fully realizedindependent projects. Analysis anddiscussion of current video exhibitionssupports group critiques.3 credits. One-semester course.May be repeated. Prerequisite: Video II.Hayes/Raad

FA377.1 Advanced FilmIndependent projects workshop inSuper 8 and 16mm film. As well asworking in depth with film, studentsare encouraged to explore allpossibilities of the moving image fromexpanded projection techniques tokinetic constructions.3 credits. One-semester course. Maybe repeated. Prerequisites: Film I andone of the following: Film II orAnimation II. Hayes/Raad

FA 381 Digital Sound DesignWorkshopAn investigation of the structures ofthe sounds around us and how to listento, analyze and manipulate them, with

special emphasis on sound for picture.Discussion of how the gulf betweenthe sounds of the environment andcomposed music was bridged in the20th century. Training in the use ofProtools, an all-inclusive system forrecording, editing and mixing sound,which has become the system ofchoice in the modern studio.3 credits. Offered Fall and Spring.Pre- or corequisite: Film I or Video Ior Motion Graphics. May not berepeated. J. Burckhardt

FA 382A, FA382BThe Question of the DocumentThis class is open to students workingin all forms. Students are expected toinitiate and work on independentprojects—individually or in groups andmust be willing to show work in classwhile in the process of making it. Thefocus of the class will be on thequestion of the document in media artand related themes of history, facticity,testimony, witnessing and evidence.Students are expected to attend allscreenings and exhibitions, keep upwith the assigned readings and writeshort papers.3 credits. Pre- or corequisite: Oneadvanced studio course. May berepeated with a different instructorTBA

FA 479A, FA 479BIndependent Study in Film1-3 credits. Requires approval ofinstructor and the Dean of the Schoolof Art

FA 489A, FA 489BIndependent Study in Video1-3 credits. Requires approval ofinstructor and the Dean of the Schoolof Art

Design


FA 211 Graphic Design IAn introduction to the techniques andvisual language of graphic design.Weekly projects explore fundamentalconcepts in form, composition, andtypography. Presentations and readingsin graphic design history willcomplement weekly assignments.Students will explore basic image-making processes as well as beinstructed in digital productiontechniques.3 credits. Fall only. Essl/Joel


FA 212 Graphic Design IIThe complex relationship betweenword and image is explored. The studyof semiotics, emphasizing thephilosophy of communication, providesa rich historical and intellectual basefor experimental projects combiningverbal and pictorial information.Weekly projects reflect a broad rangeof disciplines within the field of design.Computer instruction will be providedas it relates to specific projects.3 credits. Spring only. Prerequisite:Graphic Design I. Essl/Joel

FA 215 TypographyEmpirical explorations of typographicmessages through placement, massing,weight, size and color are analyzed todevelop an understanding of aestheticcomposition of typographic form andmeaning. Legibility, unpredictabilityand sequencing, as well as the use ofgrid structures, are investigated. Thedevelopment of critical judgment abouttypography is emphasized.3 credits. Prerequisite: Graphic DesignI and II. Tochilovsky

Advanced Courses

FA 310.1A Information DesignThe visual communication of complexinformation is introduced throughpresentations and studio projects thatexplore organizational structures suchas charts, diagrams, maps, illustrations,photographs and typography. Computerinstruction will be provided as itrelates to specific projects.3 credits. Fall only. Prerequisites:Graphic Design I and II. Pre- orcorequisite: Typography. TBA

FA 310.1B Publication DesignThe complex issues unique to editorialand publication design are exploredthrough studio projects andpresentations that emphasize the grid,effective sequencing and typographicform. Computer instruction will beprovided as it relates to specificprojects.3 credits. Spring only. Prerequisites:Graphic Design I and II. Pre- orcorequisite: Typography. Corbitt

FA 312.1 Experimental TypographyThis course will emphasize innovation,imagination and creativity in the realmof typography, manipulating it freely asa means of expression. Computertechniques as well as hand drawing,collages and pictures will be used tocompose layouts, including posters,limited art books and animatedtypography for the web. Students willchoose a theme and develop it withabstract type expression.3 credits. Prerequisite: Graphic DesignI and II. Pre- or corequisite:Typography.TBA

FA 313.1 Art of the BookIn this course the book will be exploredas an interdisciplinary medium,placing emphasis on integrating andexperimenting with form, content,structure and ideas. During the first halfof the semester, students will make anumber of books, examining sequence,series and text/image relationships,using various book structures. These“sketches” will prepare students for anextended book project during thesecond half of the term.3 credits. Fall only. Morton

FA 315A, FA 315B Advanced DesignTopic for Fall 2011: Systems as SubjectThe world can be understood as aseries of discrete objects: the phone inyour pocket, the pants with the pocketson them, the debit card to buy them.Or it can be understood in terms ofthe systems around those: atelecommunications grid, factoriesin Cambodia and all the ships at sea,and a global financial market thatdarkens as it grows more opaque. Thisclass takes systems as its subject.Whatever your preferred mode ofexpression is, we will use it to explore,express and explain the systems thatare underneath the everyday world. Ingeneral, as designers, your role willbe about the dialogue between thethings you make and the systems thatget it made. This class sets out to buildthe material and find the language forthat dialogue.3 credits. Fall and Spring semesters.Prerequisites: Graphic Design I and II.Pre- or corequisite: Typography.Visiting Artist Kevin Slavin (Fall 2011)

FA 317A, FA 317B AdvancedDesign: Open StudioIn this course students will completetwo fully realized independent projects.Emphasis will be placed oncontemporary graphic design practicesand developing a personal aesthetic.Visiting lecturers, readings, andindividual meetings with the instructorwill complement group critiques.3 credits. Prerequisites: Graphic DesignI and II. Pre- or corequisite: Typography.Essl

FA 320.1 Visual Identities Designissues unique to creating a coherent,yet diverse visual system will beanalyzed and applied in a variety ofcontexts. Concepts and methods forintegrating symbols, images, wordsand objects will be explored.3 credits. Prerequisites: Graphic DesignI and II. Pre- or corequisite: Typography.TBA

FA 322A, FA322BProfessional PracticeGraphic design projects for non-profitinstitutions, under the direction offaculty and in cooperation with thestaff of the Center for Design andTypography, provide students with anopportunity for professionalexperience. Portfolio presentation andprofessional ethics will be addressed.3 credits. One-semester course.Prerequisites: Graphic Design I and II.Pre- or corequisite: Typography. Lang

FA 326 Interactive Design ConceptsAn exploration of the nature ofinteractive design and how it informsand transforms experience. Informationstructures, navigational issues, designstrategies and social implications ofinteractive experiences usingtraditional as well as electronic mediawill be examined.3 credits. One-semester course. Maynot be repeated. Prerequisite:Techniques in HTML and Programmingor permission of the instructor.Sparling

FA 327 Advanced InteractiveDesign Concepts:Computational MediaAn advanced design course ininteractive computational media. Thecourse will explore advancedinteractive design concepts utilizingsoftware which that includesProcessing and Macromedia Flash aswell as XHTML coding. Students willcomplete two fully realizedindependent projects. Analysis ofrelevant work and readings supportgroup critiques.3 credits. One-semester course.Prerequisite: Interactive DesignConcepts. TBA

FA 328 Motion GraphicsStudents will explore the conceptualand technical challenges of design forthe television screen. All aspects ofindustry video/ broadcast productionare introduced and integrated into adesign core focused on strongcommunication. Projects includeidentity design, combining kinetictypography, animation, sound andvideo. The course includes workshopsin After Effects, Final Cut Pro andProtools.3 credits. One-semester course.Prerequisites: Graphic Design I and II.Pre- or corequisite: Typography.Vondracek

FA 429A, FA 429BIndependent Studyin Graphic Design1-3 credits. Requires approval ofinstructor and the Dean of the Schoolof Art

Techniques

TE 306 Techniques in LetterpressThis course explores techniques andprojects in typesetting. Students willcomplete projects that demonstratetheir skill and understanding oftypographic composition andletterpress printing techniques.2 credits. One-semester course. Cannotbe repeated. Free elective credit. TBA

TE 324.1 Design Production:From Digital To PressStudy of the planning, materials andtechniques involved in producingprinted material from digital files,transparencies and photographicprints. Familiarizes students with offsetlithography’s terminology, options,limitations, costs and trade customs.This course covers line, halftone andcolor separation theory; scannerfunctions; Photoshop enhancement ofphotographs for reproduction; manualfilm assembly; electronic imposition;proofing, press and paper options;binding techniques; finishing methods;and printing quality evaluation andcontrol throughoutthe process.2 credits. Spring only. May not berepeated. Free elective credit. Sanders


IntraDisciplinary Seminar

SE 403A, SE 403BIntraDisciplinary SeminarThis course is a hybrid between alecture series and discussion seminar.It is intended to provide a stimulatingand rigorous forum between students’artistic concerns and those of twelvevisiting speakers in a public lectureseries of the School of Art. Classdiscussions will center on diversepresentations by artists, theorists,activists, designers, writers, curators,gallerists and other practitionersinvolved in the arts from positions thatembody an interdisciplinary approachor that imply new uses for disciplinarytraditions. Accordingly, the course isdesigned to introduce students to someof the debates currently drivingcontemporary art and the larger socialcontext it embodies. Members of theclass are expected to be activeparticipants and will therefore beasked to respond with someintellectual invention to a variety oftopics with weekly discussions,readings, and written or oralpresentations.2 credits. Free elective credit.Ashford/Asper

Mathematics in Art

Ma 151.1 Mathematics in ArtThis course deals with the periodbeginning with Pythagoras in ancientGreece and goes up to the present day.Topics included: Godel’s work on thelimits of mathematics, Euclidean andnon-Euclidean geometries, infinity,paradoxes and soap film experiments.Also discussed are black holes, the BigBang theory, relativity, quantum theoryand atomic particles. The course isopen to all Cooper Union students butis primarily oriented toward making theabove-mentioned conceptscomprehensible to those with verylittle mathematics in their background.The relatedness of seemingly disparatefields (science, art, mathematics,music) is a central theme of the course.3 general studies credits. Spring only.Bailyn

Painting

Prerequisite Course

FA 130A, FA 130B PaintingA studio experience with the physical,compositional and conceptualcomponents of pictorial invention andimage-making. Readings, assignmentsand critiques will enhance thedevelopment and articulation of aninventive individual approach to thepainting discipline in preparation foradvanced level work.3 credits per semester. One-yearcourse. Prerequisite to all AdvancedPainting courses. Bordo (SabbaticalFall 2011; Leave of absence Spring2012)/Ellis/Katz/True

Advanced Courses

FA 331A, FA 331BAdvanced PaintingFor students who wish to have theirwork critiqued primarily on anindividual basis. High motivation anddedication are of primary concern.There will be occasional groupcritiques.3 credits. One-semester course. True

FA 334A, FA 334BAdvanced PaintingA seminar course for students whohave the ability to work independentlyin their studios with a primary focus indrawing or painting. Students will beexpected to develop their ideas andwork independently, but the class willmeet together every week or two fordiscussion of each other’s work, as wellas various museum and gallery shows,readings or slide presentations ofcurrent work. The course willemphasize experimentation andexpansion of one’s visual language andprocess, and the ability to articulatethese ideas in discussion.3 credits. One-semester course. Bordo(Sabbatical Fall 2011; Leave of absenceSpring 2012)

FA 337A, FA 337BAdvanced PaintingStudents will explore the innerreservoirs of the imagination andinvestigate, as well, specific externalresources for imagery. The course willseek to develop a range of expressivevocabulary including representationand abstraction. Group and individualcritiques will be augmented throughdiscussions of museum and galleryexhibitions and slide presentations.Emphasis will be upon developing apersonal visual direction.3 credits. One-semester course. L.A.Miller

FA 338A, FA 338BAdvanced Painting/Water MediaStudents will focus on water media—acrylic, transparent watercolor andgouache—through work on canvas andpaper. The class will explore thespecific technical challenges andcharacteristics inherent in these mediaincluding the range from transparencyto opacity. Individual approaches willbe encouraged in developing theaesthetics of the evolving image fromspontaneity to studied expression, fromfiguration to abstraction. Exposure toselected examples of historical andcontemporary imagery will beaccomplished through slides,exhibitions and gallery or studio visits.3 credits. One-semester course. L.A.Miller

FA 339A, FA 339B AdvancedPainting/Guest Artist SeriesThis course is for students who havemade a strong commitment to painting.Students are expected to workindependently in their studios on aseries of paintings that will developduring the semester in response to adialogue with the different guestartists.3 credits. One-semester course. Bordo(Sabbatical Fall 2011; Leave of absenceSpring 2012)

Advanced Painting/Visiting ArtistsCourse description varies according tothe instructor. For Fall 2011:

FA 332A Advanced PaintingIn this course, students develop theirindividual studio work throughexperimentation, risk taking andrigorous evaluation of how to explorequestions of content in their work.Students are encouraged to workthrough their ideas and relationship topainting to find their own distinct voiceand ways of working. The course iscentered around individual meetings,with occasional group critiques forgroup evaluation and discussion.Supplemental readings, imagepresentations, discussions, andgallery/museum visits expand theknowledge of the open field of paintingtoday and its potential for inventionand the production of meaning.3 credits. One-semester course.Visiting Artist Jessica Dickinson (Fall2011)

FA 334A Advanced PaintingThrough studio work and discussion,this course encourages students toinvestigate their own relationship tothe medium and practice of painting.Emphasis is less on the recedingdichotomy between representation andabstraction, and more on the ways inwhich experience, materials and

meaning collaborate. In both individualand group critiques, students willarticulate their preoccupations,motives, and positions. Visits tomuseums and galleries, as well asinformal talks and readings, willgenerate further discussion, openingnew approaches to painting, bothhistorical and contemporary. Thiscourse is designed for students whoare up to the challenge of examiningand pursuing that which is at the coreof their impulse to create.3 credits. One-semester course.Visiting Artist Josephine Halvorson(Fall 2011)

FA 335A Advanced PaintingThis class will consider the value oflife outside the studio and how thoseexperiences are filtered andassimilated into practice. Time spent inthe studio and in review will bebalanced with readings, trips andvisits. Individual studio and groupdiscussions will focus on the students’methodology, their critical voice andthe play of material problem solving.Through continuing dialogue studentswill examine within the pluralism oftoday’s painting practice their ownpositions and opinions. The course willencompass painting, sculpture andarchitecture. Students will question theways in which space is made andperceived. There will be wide rangeof approaches (formal, social andpolitical) deployed while using theframework of tradition to question theconstruction of space.3 credits. One-semester course.Visiting Artist Alex Kwartler (Fall 2011)

FA 336A Advanced PaintingFor students who are highly motivatedand dedicated to their work, thiscourse focuses on individualdevelopment through one-on-onecritique. Ideas will be presented forgroup discussion through readings andviewings of current museum andgallery shows. Group critiques willencourage students to develop andvoice strong opinions.3 credits. One-semester course.Visiting Artist Steve DiBenedetto(Fall 2011)

For Spring 2012 and later semesters,please see class schedule andregistration materials for coursedescriptions specific to Visiting Artiststeaching that semester.


FA 439A, FA439BIndependent Study in Painting1-3 credits. Requires approvalof instructor and the Deanof the School of Art

Techniques

TE 417.1 Painting Techniquesand MaterialsDifferences in scope, techniques,appearance and behavior between oil-base and water-base media, as well asemulsion techniques, acrylics and otherplastifiers, are covered. Their qualitiesand limitations are examined throughexperimentation and comparison. Thework of the old masters of the 13th-15th centuries is understood throughthe study of water-base and emulsiontechniques on hard surfaces and gessogrounds. The majority of class time isused to study egg tempera and itsderivatives. Elements of ancientpaintings are copied to understandcertain effects. Students produce workusing the techniques learned.Original paintings are produced by thestudents in distemper, egg tempera,emulsion, acrylics or encaustic.Students produce an authentic fresco.Execution of a 1:1 detail preparingthe arriccio, sinopia and veil of a frescois required.2 credits. One-semester course. Maynot be repeated. Pre- or corequisite:Junior standing or FA 130B. Freeelective credit. Vanni

TE 418.1 Water Media TechniquesThis course provides a foundation fortechniques, processes and materialsinvolved in painting with watercolor,gouache and acrylic. The class exploresthe specific technical challenges andcharacteristics inherent in these media,including the range from transparencyto opacity. Acquaintance with a widerange of brushes, tools, materials,pigments and papers will be offered. Arange of approaches will be introducedfrom traditional to experimental so thatthe student can acquire mastery of themedium through a variety ofexperiences. The relevance oftechnique and imagery to eachstudent’s personal work and interestswill be developed through discussionsand resource examples.2 credits. One-semester course. Maynot be repeated. Free elective credit.L.A. Miller

Performance

FA 290 Elements of PerformanceThis course examines the elementsthat unify the diverse set of practicesgathered as “performance art.”Engaging concepts of time, movement,voice, text and body in performance-

based work, the course addresses boththe historical development ofperformance practices within the fieldof contemporary art, as well as theircurrent manifestations. Lectures,screenings, readings and discussionssupport the development of individualand collaborative studio work.3 credits. One-semester course. Maynot be repeated. Hayes

FA 395 PerformancePerformance or the live event has beena continuous element of art practicethroughout most of the 20th century.The changing technologies of soundand digital recording devices and theirincreasing availability have enhancedthe possibilities of documentation andallowed artists to consider themediation and documentation of a liveevent as an integral part of the workitself. In this course, students willexamine the interaction betweenperformance and its documentationthrough practical, historical andtheoretical interrogation. The classproposes to address documentation,not as an inadequate representationnor as a nostalgic marker but assomething that operates within adistinct system that can become a vitalsite of art production. This class takesan interdisciplinary approach to makingperformance work. The medium ofperformance and its utilization ofphotography, video and sound will beexplored. Students will read and discusstexts, looking at the work of other artistsand making their own work.3 credits. One semester course.Hayes/Visiting Artist Patty Chang

Photography


FA 106.1 Photography IA one-semester course which exploresthe visual language of photographythrough both black-and-white and colormediums. Students will learn cameracontrols through the use of 4x5 anddigital cameras. 35mm cameras areoptional. Darkroom printing augmentsclass assignments and student projects.*3 credits. One-semester only. May notbe repeated. Osinski/Petros/Williams

FA 206 Photography IIThe emphasis of this class is on thedevelopment of ideas within photo-based work. Student work will bediscussed in relation to contemporaryart practice as well as significant ideasin the history of photography and in thecontext of larger cultural issues.Readings and discussions will providestudents with a critical backdrop.Fundamentals of digital work:calibration of monitors, scanning and

color correction will be explored alongwith medium format cameras andlighting options.*3 credits. One-semester only. Pre- orcorequisite: Photography I or bypermission of instructor. Pre- orcorequisite to Advanced Photography.May not be repeated.Morton/Osinski/Vahrenwald

*It is recommended that students havedigital cameras. Instructors will makecamera recommendations on the firstday of class for those students whomay wish to purchase one.

Advanced Courses

FA 361A Advanced Photography:Large ScaleThis course will concentrate on subjectmatter, methodology, size, scale, genre,style, theory and history ofphotography. The orientation will bethe development of projects, from theinception of ideas to professionalpresentation and execution of artisticwork with an emphasis on makinglarge negatives and/or producing largeprints. Students are encouraged to takeadvantage of the full range of image-making resources available to aid inthe creation of works that challengeperceptions. Various options ofcameras and large scale printing willbe explored.3 credits. TBA

FA 363A, FA 363B AdvancedPhotography/ Digital PhotographyThis studio course focuses on issuesrelated to digital imaging. Students willexplore ideas related to digital work aswell as techniques such as colormanagement, various correctivemeasures, and options in digital camerasand printers. Issues central tophotography in the digital era will beexplored. Students will pursue individualprojects that will be discussed in groupand individual critiques.3 credits. Osinski/Sanders

FA 364A, FA364BAdvanced PhotographyThis course will concentrate oncritiques of the students’ work.Personal vision will be the subject andinterpretation of the print will be thefocus. Individual projects will be set foreach student. Students will also berequired to see exhibitions as well asresearch books and other forms ofimage reproduction.3 credits. TBA

FA 365A Advanced Photography:Photographic Craft and TechnologyProjects provide students with thetechnical resources to address thebroad spectrum of photographicpractice. Students learn how toproduce photographic prints andtransparencies that meet publicationstandards. Seminars cover anevaluation and application ofphotographic tools, including digitalcameras and scanners.3 credits. Fall only. Sanders

FA 365B Advanced Photography:Studio PhotographyThe course will provide a practicalapplication of FA 365A in a studiosetting, including the use of—incandescent and electronic flash lightfor direct, bounce and diffusedillumination as well as various cameraformats, films, filters and lenses.Instruction and use of digital camerasand scanners will be included. Weeklyassignments and critiques are part ofthis course.3 credits. Spring only. Prerequisite:FA 365A. Sanders

FA 366 Advanced Photography:Alternate ProcessesA course for students who wish toexplore the possibilities of hand-applied photographic emulsions andalternative methods of printing.Processes will include liquid light,cyanotype, palladium, color copier anddigital printing options. Student workwill be discussed in relation tocontemporary art issues.3 credits. TBA

FA 366A, FA366BAdvanced PhotographyStudents will produce work usingphotographic material(s), camera orany photographic device of theirchoice. Work will be discussed ingroup critiques as well as individualconferences with the instructor.Photographic issues and representationwill be the subject of reading andclass discussions.3 credits. Osinski/Vahrenwald.

FA 368A, FA 368BAdvanced Photography:Guest Artist SeriesThis course is intended to helpstudents clarify and further the growthof their own work through group andindividual critiques, classroompresentations and discussions withcontemporary guest artists and theinstructor.3 credits. Osinski


FA 369A Advanced PhotographyStudents will produce work usingphotographic material(s), camera orany photographic device of theirchoice. Work will be discussed ingroup critiques as well as individualconferences with the instructor.Photographic issues and representationwill be the subject of reading and classdiscussions.3 credits. Fall only. Raad

FA 369B Advanced PhotographyThis course will explore multiple-imagestructures in photography and willinclude issues and examples ofsequencing, time, fictional and non-fictional narratives and meta-narrativesand image and text relationships.Studio projects will be combined withlectures, presentations, field trips,readings and class discussions toprovide the critical framework leadingto the development and production ofprojects that address traditional aswell as experimental methods ofmultiple-image structures. Projects caninclude but are not limited to:color/black and white, film/digital/film stills.3 credits. Spring only. Morton

Advanced Photography/Visiting ArtistsCourse description varies according tothe instructor.For Fall 2011:

FA 364A Advanced PhotographyThis course is for students who havean active, technically proficientpractice. It is a critique class in whichstudents must present six excellentphotographs every two weeks.Students will be asked to do researchpertinent to the work they show, whichthey will then present to the class.Students will assemble a final group oftheir ten best pictures bolstered by asolid understanding of their contextand meaning.3 credits. Visiting Artist Dana Hoey

For Spring 2012 and later semesters,please see class schedule andregistration materials for coursedescriptions specific to Visiting Artiststeaching that semester.

FA 469A, FA469BIndependent Study in Photography1-3 credits. Requires approval ofinstructor and the Dean of the Schoolof Art

Printmaking


FA 250 Silkscreen IThis course explores screen printing asa means of communication withemphasis on the execution of theseimages. Students visit museums tolearn to appreciate posters fromvarious historical periods. The actualscreen printing will be taught with theuse of images, type and color. The goalof the course is to combine thecomponents of art, printing andcommunication.3 credits. One-semester course.May not be repeated. Clayton

FA 251 Lithography IAn introduction to traditional andcontemporary image-making onlithographic stones and commercialaluminum plates, with emphasis on thetechnical aspect of the medium. Thevarious areas to be examined includestone graining, crayon and tuschedrawing, processing, proofing andedition printing procedures, etc.3 credits. One-semester course.May not be repeated. Nobles

FA 252 Etching IAn introduction to etching images onmetal plates, through the use ofhardground, aquatint softground. Theemphasis is on the technicalunderstanding of the medium. Otherimage-making processes to be coveredare drypoint and engraving.3 credits. One-semester course.May not be repeated. De Armendi

Advanced Courses

FA 350A, FA 350BSilkscreen WorkshopAn advanced workshop in which thestudents are free to explore screenprinting, graphic arts and photography.There will be formal teaching ofadvanced photographic processes suchas halftone and color separation.3 credits. One-semester course.Prerequisite: Silkscreen I.Clayton/Nobles

FA 351A, FA 351BLithography WorkshopAn advanced workshop concentratingon individual projects and furtherinvestigations into the reproducibleimage and its implications. Discussionand demonstration will be offered bothin the direction of a more technical andchemical understanding of lithographyand working in conjunction with othertraditional print techniques.3 credits. One-semester course.Prerequisite: Lithography I. Nobles

FA 352A, FA 352BEtching WorkshopThis course will involve individualdirections in etching as well as thedevelopment of projects combiningprint technique and aesthetic goals.The understanding and use of thecontemporary professional print shopwill be discussed.3 credits. One-semester course.Prerequisite: Etching I. Osterburg

FA 354A, FA 354BExperimental PrintmakingThe course will supplement thetraditional printmaking techniques ofetching, lithography and silk screenwith an introduction to linoleumwoodcut techniques and monoprint/monotype combination of methodsappropriate to developing an aestheticunderstanding of the vocabulary of theprint. Color, multiple printing, work inseries or book formats will bediscussed in developing studentprojects.3 credits. One-semester course.Prerequisites: 2 of the following 4courses: Silkscreen I, Lithography I,Etching I or Papermaking Techniques.Gleeson/Nobles

FA 355A, FA 355BReliefStudents will be instructed in variousrelief printing techniques, includingtraditional Japanese water-basedwoodblock and Western techniqueswith oil-based inks on wood andlinoleum. Use of the hydraulic presswill allow large format works to beproduced. Hand-printing techniqueswill be taught as well. Small editionprinting in multiple colors will beemphasized.3 credits. One-semester course.Shibata

FA 356A, FA 356BEtching Workshop: PhotogravureThis class will primarily teachapproaches to the 19th century processof photogravure. Photogravure is a trulycontinuous tone photographic intaglioprocess. Tonalities are created by anink layer, gradually varying in depth,with a very fine aquatint to hold theink. Photogravure will be the startingpoint for the projects rather than thefinal step. Students should be open tocontinuing to work on plates withtraditional intaglio techniques.3 credits. One-semester course.Prerequisite: Etching I or Photo I.Osterburg

FA 459A, FA 459BIndependent Study in Printmaking1-3 credits. Requires approval ofinstructor and the Dean of the Schoolof Art

Techniques

TE 353.1 Papermaking TechniquesThis course includes the making oftraditional Western paper from rags toa finished sheet and the making oftraditional Oriental paper from treebark to a finished sheet. Students learnto use a pulp beater, dyes, sizings anda small vacuum table for molding thepulp. Simple binding and box-buildingtechniques as well as marbling aredemonstrated.2 credits. One-semester course.Free elective credit. DiEdwardo

Science

RS 201 Science Topics vary.3 general studies credits. Requiredscience course. To be taken during thesophomore, junior or senior year.Armstrong/Nadin

RS 201c Science of the MindOver the last 10 years there has been arevolution in our understanding of theworkings of the mind. This courseoffers a comprehensive yet accessiblesurvey of these new developments inthe understanding of the workings ofthe brain. It will explore how thesediscoveries are altering the most basicconcepts we have about ourselves andhow we perceive the world. The coursebegins by familiarizing the studentswith an outline of the anatomy of thebrain and its neurological function andthen progresses to consider newtheoretical models of consciousness.The course also explores the laws of thevisual brain and how those laws governour perception of the visual world.

RS 201d Optics for ArtistsThis course covers the fundamentals ofoptics using a non-mathematicalapproach, relying on provocativedemonstrations and hands-onexperimentation with an emphasis onexplaining phenomena observed ineveryday life. Topics will include thenature of light, optical elements(lenses, mirrors, prisms), cameras, thetheory of “color,” visual perception andoptical illusions, light detection (eye,film, digital cameras) and moreadvanced concepts of particularinterest to the students (holography,lasers, liquid crystals, etc.).


RS 201e Pattern FormationPatterns, both in space and time, areubiquitous in the natural world. In thiscourse, we will distinguish betweenpatterns that arise from explicit designand construction and those that arisespontaneously from the actions andbehaviors of simple units. Concentratingon these self-organizing systems, wewill explore topics such as: thecharacteristic stripes and spots ofanimals, the shifting landscapes ofdesert sand dunes, the hexagonalforms of honeycombs, the symmetry ofsnowflakes, the synchronization offlashing in firefly swarms, thetransformation from embryos toorganisms, convection patterns influids, the development of socialnetworks and the growth of cities. Ourfocus will be on understanding themechanisms that can explain how suchsystems come to be. The course will beconducted as a combination of lectures,seminars, laboratory exercises, andindependent projects.

RS 201f Current Issues in BiologyThis introductory course will provide anunderstanding of the science behindmany of the current issues facingsociety. The goal is to providebiological literacy in order to evaluatescientific arguments presented intopics related to human disease andcurrent events affecting human healthsuch as stem cell research, genetically-modified food and genetic testing.

RS 201g AstronomyThis course begins with an historicaloverview and then introduces thecontemporary understanding of theuniverse. Students learn about the keyelements of the universe, includingmotion, energy, gravity and light.Topics include; the solar system and itsorigins; the sun; stellar evolutionincluding white dwarfs, neutron stars,and black holes; galaxies beginningwith the structure of the Milky Way;dark matter, dark energy and the BigBang theory. Labs and field trips to anobservatory augment class discussion.

RS 201h Topics in Physics: Space,Time, Light, and MatterThe course provides an overview ofdiscoveries in physics over the pasttwo millenia, focusing on thedevelopment of modern theories.Topics include nature of light andmatter, relativity, quantum mechanics,evolution of the universe and thenature of science. Knowledge of basicalgebra is assumed. Field trips andcomputer lab assignments are includedin the syllabus.

Sculpture

FA 391A, FA 391BSculptureThis course helps students developprojects related to their own vision andideas. Class discussions address thefull range of conceptual and materialprocesses that generate production.Research and development will begiven equal weight to finished work.Intention, form, materiality and contextwill be analyzed against largerquestions of culture in relation toartistic practice. Student work will bereviewed by the entire class and by theinstructor on an individual basis.Lectures, readings and field trips willcomplement studio critiques.3 credits. One-semester course. Adams(Sabbatical Fall 2011, Leave ofabsence Spring 2012)

FA 394A, FA 394BSculptureThis course takes a concrete approachto the development of critical discourseabout works of art. It exercises thestudent’s ability to analyze the activityof making sculpture in particular andadvances the student’s understandingof how to proceed in the studio.Problems of structure, materials,meaning, intention and context are thesubject of class discussion.3 credits. One-semester course. Logis

FA 396A, FA 396BSculpture: Seminar in Public ArtThis course focuses on the productionof artworks that question and/or re-invent the boundaries between publicand private spheres. Student projectswill be generated and analyzed inrelation to current transformations inculture and technology as they affectthe meaning of “publicness.”Complementing studio production willbe lectures, readings and discussionsthat engage social, political and urbanissues relevant to the topic. Traditionalapproaches to public art, such asenhancement and commemoration willbe challenged by more temporal andcritical strategies Historical exampleswill be examined, including the Flaneur,Russian Constructivism, theSituationists, Fluxus andConceptualism, as well as the mostrecent example of public interventions.3 credits. Adams (Sabbatical Fall 2011,Leave of absence Spring 2012)/VisitingArtist Pash Buzari

FA 397A, FA 397BSculptureThis course takes a concrete approachto the development of critical discourseabout works of art. It exercises thestudent’s ability to analyze the activityof making sculpture in particular andadvances the student’s understandingof how to proceed in the studio.Problems of structure, materials,meaning, intention and context are thesubject of class discussion.3 credits. One-semester. Ashford/Lins

Sculpture/Visiting ArtistsCourse description varies accordingto the instructor.For Fall 2011:

FA 391A SculptureThis course will help the studentdevelop a studio practice based onresearch, theoretical discourse andmaterial production. Class discussionon form, concept and context onassigned and independent projects willenhance the student’s understanding ofthe social production of meaning andhelp determine his/her position in it.This course will include slide lectureson artistic practices that redefinehuman as a work of art, aestheticlanguage, and methodologies.3 credits. One-semester course.Visiting Artist Lan Tuazon (Fall 2011)

FA 393A Sculpture: Being Given(Television is Sculpture.Public Access as Medium.)Television, as we have historicallyknown it, ceases up. Sculpture, too?Two endangered mediums touch oneanother how? Together, let’scollaborate with Manhattan’s PublicAccess Television Station and considernot only how a TV broadcast canfunction as sculptural object but howour material objects can migrate intothe camera’s field of vision. Once amonth, the class will visit thetelevision studio and produce the workfor live broadcast. In the late 60’s andearly 70’s there was a moment whensculptors turned to television asmedium. On the West coast, KQED TV’sDilexi Series (1969) Walter de Mariaand Yvonne Rainer tried their hand attelevision as medium. In Atlanta,Boston, and New York, black publicaffairs television programmingproliferated; the youthful creators ofSay Brother, at WGBH from 1968—1970, took advantage of establishmentfears about black uprisings to create anopenly critical television show thatexamined black discontent, showcasedblack viewpoints and black artists andovercame a cancellation attempt byrallying community response. In NYC,there was Artists’ Television

Workshop, a public access showfor experimental media on WNET,and Women’s Interart Center (NewYork City). Video collectives wereformed, including People's VideoTheater, Global Village, the Videofreex,Raindance, Optic Nerve and TVTV.Some dubbed these gestures“Guerilla TV.” How revolutionary werethey? What can we forge within theruins of old mediums?3 credits. Visiting Artist Mary Walling-Blackburn (Fall 2011)

FA 398A SculptureThe course aims to expand students’conceptual and procedural relationshipto their studio projects by generatingquestions in dialogue with studio work.The course will introduce the studentto light projection as a form ofarchitecture. Historical developmentsfrom early projection-based installationto digital imaging will constitute thecurriculum’s theoretical core. Lecturesand field trips will be scheduledthroughout the course of the semester.3 credits. One-semester course.Visiting Artist Sarah Oppenheimer (Fall2011)

Spring 2012 and later semesters,please see class schedule andregistration materials for coursedescriptions specific to Visiting Artiststeaching that semester.

FA 499A, FA 499BIndependent Study in Sculpture1-3 credits. Requires approval ofinstructor and the Dean of the Schoolof Art

Techniques

TE 390.1 Casting TechniquesCasting Techniques is a processintensive course covering the methodsof translating a wax positive intobronze or other non-ferrous metals. Allassociated techniques from beginninga plaster or rubber mold to casting,chasing, finishing and patination ofmetal sculptures will be covered.Students will explore a variety ofapproaches to casting, as well asengage in discussions involving thehistory of bronze casting, and its placein contemporary art.2 credits. One-semester course. Maynot be repeated. Free elective credit.Alwin/Wilhelm


Senior Presentation Project

FA 349 Senior Presentation ProjectThis project class seeks to mentorstudents in the development of theirsenior presentations. The classpresents and explores traditional andalternative curatorial and exhibitionmodels, including one-person andgroup exhibitions, collaborative andcuratorial projects, site- andinstitution-specific installations,interventions and performance. Classdiscussions and individual meetingswith the instructor will allow for a fullrange of critical interaction. A writtencomponent is an intrinsic part of thisproject whether towards the writing ofproject proposals, artist statements,power point lectures, or artist talks andperformances. Each student is requiredto make a presentation to the classoutlining the parameters of his or herartistic theses. Three recent graduatesof the School of Art representingdifferent artistic practices and goals,ranging from those who attend(ed)graduate school, to those in theprocess of developing individual orcollaborative artistic practices, will beinvited to give artist talks and to joinin class discussions as a furtherarticulation of the senior presentationexperience within the extended Coopercommunity.3 credits. One-semester. Bordo(Sabbatical Fall 2011, Leave ofabsence Spring 2012)

Sound Art

FA 281 Project in Sound ArtThis class will introduce strategies forunderstanding and participating in theaural world. The course is divided intospecific weekly topics, includingacoustic ecology, circuit-bending, radiotransmission, synaesthesia and others.Screenings, readings and discussionare supported by hands-on workshopsin capturing, manipulating andreproducing sound in unconventionalways. Grading is based on threestudent projects and participation inclass discussions.3 credits. One-semester course.May not be repeated. Poff

FACULTY

Administration

Saskia Bos, Dean

Steven Lam, Associate Dean

Judith Cantor BernsteinCoordinator of Academic Operations

David WilliamCoordinator of Student Exhibitionsand Special Projects

Tia Shin, Budgets Coordinator

Margaret Wray, Assistant to the Dean

Laura HamiltonAdministrative Assistant

Amy Westpfahl,Coordinator, School of Art Admissions

Office of Academic Advisementand Off-Campus Programs

Day GleesonAcademic Adviser

Margaret MortonDirector, Off-Campus Programs

Joyce Bishop, Coordinator,Office of Academic Advisement

Full-Time Faculty

Professors

Dennis Adams (Sabbatical Fall 2011,leave of absence Spring 2012)B.F.A., Drake University;M.F.A., Tyler School of Art

Lee Anne MillerB.S., Utah State University;M.F.A., Cranbrook Academy of Art;Pratt Graphics Center;The Slade School of Art

Margaret MortonB.F.A., Kent State University;M.F.A., Yale University

Christine OsinskiB.F.A., School of the Art Instituteof Chicago;M.F.A., Yale University


Robert Bordo (Sabbatical Fall 2011,leave of absence Spring 2012)McGill University;New York Studio School

Mike EsslB.F.A., The Cooper Union;M.F.A., Cranbrook Academy of Art

Day GleesonB.F.A., Rhode Island School of Design

Walid RaadB.F.A., Rochester Institute ofTechnology;M.A., Ph.D., University of Rochester


Sharon HayesB.A., Bowdoin College;M.F.A., University of California,Los Angeles;Whitney Museum IndependentStudy Program



Douglas AshfordB.F.A., The Cooper Union

Niki LogisB.A., Brooklyn College, CUNY

David TrueB.F.A., M.F.A., Ohio University

Adjunct Faculty

Professors

Betsy AlwinB.A., B.F.A., Mankato State University;M.F.A., Illinois State University

Jack BarthB.A., California State University;M.F.A. University of California at Irvine

Robert BoydTyler School of Art

Larry BrownB.A., Washington State University;M.F.A., University of Arizona

Jacob BurckhardtB.A., University of Pennsylvania

Lorenzo ClaytonB.F.A., The Cooper Union

Cara DiEdwardoB.F.A., The Cooper Union

Stephen EllisB.F.A., Cornell University;New York Studio School

Glenn GoldbergNew York Studio School;M.F.A., Queens College, CUNY

Mindy LangB.F.A., The Cooper Union

Lisa LawleyB.F.A., The Cooper Union;M.F.A., Yale UniversityPamela LinsM.F.A., Hunter College, CUNY

Marlene McCartyUniversity of Cincinnati;Schule für Gestaltung, Basel,Switzerland

Ross G. McLarenA.O.C.A., Ontario College of Art

Peter NadinB.A., University of Newcastle-upon-Tyne, United Kingdom

Lothar OsterburgDiploma in Fine Arts, StaatlicheHochschule fur Bildende Kunst,Braunschweig, Germany

Jennifer Todd ReevesB.A., Bard College;M.F.A., University of California,San Diego

R. Scott RichterB.F.A., Parsons School of Design

Norman SandersChamplain College;B.S., New York University

Yasuyuki ShibataB.F.A., Kyoto Seika University, Japan

Michael VahrenwaldB.F.A., The Cooper Union;M.F.A., Yale University

Gian Berto VanniUniversity of Rome

Andrew WilhelmB.F.A., Kutztown University;M.F.A., Virginia CommonwealthUniversity

Instructors

Eve ArmstrongB.A., Columbia University;M.S., University of Californiaat San Diego

Colleen AsperB.F.A., Maryland Institute Collegeof Art;M.F.A., Yale University

Warren CorbittB.A., Vassar College;M.F.A., Cranbrook Academy of Art

Aurora De ArmendiB.F.A., The Cooper Union;M.A., M.F.A., University of Iowa

Ben DegenB.F.A., The Cooper Union

Benj GerdesB.A., Brown University;M.F.A., Hunter College of CUNY;Whitney Museum Independent StudyProgram

Beverly JoelB.F.A., The Cooper Union


Allison KatzB.F.A., Concordia University, Canada;M.F.A., Columbia University

Jeremy Mores McWreathB.F.A., The Cooper Union;M.F.A., University of SouthernCalifornia

Jill MagidB.F.A., Cornell Unversity;M.A., Massachusetts Instituteof Technology

Yuri MasnyjB.F.A., The Cooper Union

Katie MerzB.F.A., The Cooper Union

Scott NoblesB.F.A., The Cooper Union;M.F.A., Hunter College (CUNY)

Jenny PerlinB.A., Brown University;M.F.A., School of the Art Insituteof Chicago;Whitney Museum Independent StudyProgram

Dawit PetrosB.A., University of Saskatchewan;B.F.A., Concordia University, Canada;M.F.A., School of the Museum of FineArts, Boston

Zach PoffB.A., University of Maryland

Joel SchlemowitzB.S., Ithaca College

Erin SparlingSchool of the Art Institute of Chicago

Alexander TochilovskyB.F.A., The Cooper Union;M.F.A., Cranbrook Academy of Art

John VondracekB.F.A., The Cooper Union

Jennifer WilliamsB.F.A., The Cooper Union;M.F.A., Goldsmith’s College (London)

Visiting Artists

Mary Walling Blackburn (Fall 2011)B.A., University of New Hampshire;M.F.A., New York University

Pash Buzari (Fall 2011)

Patty Chang (Fal2011)B.A., University of California,San Diego

Steve Di Benedetto (Fall 2011)B.F.A., Parsons School of Design

Jessica Dickinson (Fall 2011)B.F.A., Maryland Institute Collegeof Art;M.F.A., Cranbrook Academy of Art

Josephine Halvorson (Fall 2011)B.F.A., The Cooper Union;M.F.A., Columbia University

Dana Hoey (Fall 2011)B.A., Wesleyan Univeristy;M.F.A., Yale University

Alex Kwartler (Fall 2011)B.F.A., The Cooper Union

Sarah Oppenheimer (Fall 2011)B.A., Brown University;M.F.A., Yale University

Kevin Slavin (Fall 2011)B.F.A., The Cooper Union

Lan Tuazon ( Fall 2011)B.F.A., The Cooper Union;M.F.A., Yale University;Whitney Museum IndependentStudy Program

Corban Walker (Fall 2011)H.B.A., National College of Artand Design (Dublin)

Staff

Betsy AlwinTechnical Assistant, Sculpture

Jerry BlackmanStudio Monitor

Blake CarringtonTechnical Assistant, Film/Video

Lorenzo ClaytonTechnical Assistant, Printmaking

Tommy ColemanTechnical Assistant, Sculpture

Malcolm DavisTechnical Assistant, Painting/Drawing

Pablo DiazTechnical Assistant, Type Shop

Cara DiEdwardoTechnical Assistant, Printmaking andHead Technician, Type Shop

Trenton DuerksenTechnical Assistant, Sculpture

Ben FriesTechnical Assistant, Film/Video

Pedro GonzalezTechnical Assistant, Film/Video

Anna HostvedtSenior Coordinator, Painting/Drawing

Haisi HuTechnical Assistant, Film/Video

Einat ImberTechnical Assistant, Sculpture

Andres JanacuaPainting Office Coordinator,Painting/Drawing

James KendiTechnical Assistant, Photography

Richard KnoxHead Technician, Sculpture

Frank KurtzkeHead Technician, Sculpture

Kevin LeonardTechnical Assistant, Sculpture

Ross McLarenTechnical Assistant, Film/Video

Daniel MorrisTechnical Assistant, Type Shop

Scott NoblesDigital Specialist Print Technician,Printmaking

Zach PoffTechnical Assistant, Film/Video

Daniel PorvinHead Technician, Film/Video

Robin PotterTechnical Assistant, Photography

Robin RandisiTechnical Assistant, Film/Video

Maggie SullivanTechnical Assistant and StudioMonitor, Painting/Drawing

Martyna SzczesnaTechnical Assistant, Painting/Drawing

Dylan ThurasTechnical Assistant, Film/Video

Colin ToddHead Technician, Photography

Jersey WalzTechnical Assistant, Photography

Andrew WilhelmTechnical Assistant, Sculpture

Bryan ZimmermanHead Technician, Photography

The Center for Designand Typography

Mindy LangDirector

Inessa ShkolnikovAssistant Director

Mark RossiSenior Designer

The Herb Lubalin Study Centerof Design and Typography

Alexander TochilovskyCurator

Emily RozArchive Coordinator

The Saturday/Outreach Program

Marina GutierrezCo-Director

Stephanie HightowerCo-Director

Karma Mayet JohnsonSaturday Program Writing Liaison

Charles FambroSaturday ProgramInstructional Coordinator

Pablo DiazOutreach Program Coordinator

Aisha Tandiwe BellSaturday Program General Coordinator

Victoria FebrerOffice Manager and Instructorof Studio Arts

67THE ALBERT NERKEN SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING 2011–2012 COURSE CATALOG

THE ALBERT NERKENSCHOOL OFENGINEERING

MISSION STATEMENT

The Albert Nerken School of Engineering will create an educa-tional culture with a commitment to excellence. We will bringtogether the best and brightest engineering students; we willnurture and develop their talents; we will encourage them to workand learn at their highest levels; and we will instill in them thedesire and the ability to use their engineering background to fulfilltheir potential as knowledgeable, creative and responsible leadersin society.


OVERVIEW

With an average enrollment of about 550 undergraduate students,engineering is the largest of The Cooper Union’s schools. Theschool maintains small class sizes in courses and laboratories inorder to provide for personal attention. It offers bachelor of engi-neering (B.E.) degree programs in chemical, civil, mechanical andelectrical engineering, accredited by the EAC commission ofABET1.

In addition, the school offers a general engineering program(B.S.E.). This program empowers students to create their owncurricula (within carefully set parameters) in those areas of engi-neering that cross traditional boundaries—for example, bioengi-neering, energy engineering, infrastructure engineering,environmental engineering, electro-mechanical engineering,robotics, etc.

The B.S.E. program provides an excellent preparation forgraduate work in law, medicine, business, etc.

The integrated master’s program offers the opportunity toearn both a bachelor’s and a master’s degree in an engineeringdiscipline at The Cooper Union within four, five or six years. A thesisis required.

Although the School of Engineering strongly encouragesundergraduate research activities, and permits juniors and seniorsto register, when appropriate, for graduate level courses, this doesnot guarantee admission to the Master’s program. However, astudent may apply for a place in the Master’s program as soon as sheor he has met the requirements for graduation.Final semester regis-tration may be used in anticipating meeting these requirements.

Degree programs are designed to prepare students to enterthe engineering profession immediately after graduation or topursue graduate study. An extraordinary number of Cooper Unionengineering graduates have gone on to earn Ph.D. degrees at thenation’s most prestigious graduate schools. Other graduates havegone on to study in fields such as medicine, law or business. Manyof our graduates have risen to leadership positions in industry,education and government.

The early curricula in engineering are based on intensivework in the sciences, mathematics, computer science and engi-neering sciences, which serve as preparation for in-depth studywithin the various engineering fields. Building on a strong base ofmathematics and sciences, and emphasizing the integration ofknowledge, these curricula are concerned with an understandingof nature, the limitations of our present knowledge and the poten-tial for advancing that knowledge.

Strong mathematical and computer skills are developed inall engineering students. This includes the ability mathematicallyto model and then to solve problems algorithmically, in a suitablelanguage, and to use existing commercial packages for analysisand design. Students are expected to be fluent in at least twocomputer languages, and many specialized packages are usedboth in elective and in required courses. The faculty expect assign-ments to be carried out using the computer in appropriate ways,both as a design tool using packages and also as a platform fororiginal software.

Defining characteristics of the School of Engineering’sprograms are the emphasis on project-based learning and oppor-tunities for undergraduate research.Students and their peers regu-larly join the faculty in solving real-life problems that exist incontemporary society. Multi-disciplinary teams work together,frequently cooperating with outside professionals, who act asmentors. Superior analytical abilities and thorough grounding inengineering fundamentals and design enable students to partici-pate with faculty members on these research projects.Their resultsmay be published, presented at conferences or even patented.

A strong background in engineering design threads through-out the curriculum, starting with the first year. This design experi-ence takes into consideration factors such as environmentalissues, sustainability, economics, teamwork, societal impact,safety and political climate—showing students that a “design” ismuch more than a purely technological solution.

Some design problems are offered in collaboration with foreignuniversities to increase awareness of the global nature of the engi-neering profession (e.g.,The Cooper Union’s“Globetech”program).Others may involve collaboration with industry or hospitals.

Ample electives are offered so that interested students canadd a background in business and entrepreneurship, additionalmathematics and science or a “concentration” in an additionalengineering area.

Like The Cooper Union’s other schools, the Albert NerkenSchool of Engineering is intimately involved with the New Yorkmetropolitan area. Sometimes, the city and its infrastructure areused as a laboratory. The school also draws on the region’s abun-dant talent and resources, including an outstanding array of engi-neers and scientists employed at major corporations,governmentalagencies and consulting firms in the New York region. The schoolcalls on physicians, lawyers and other specialists to collaborate inresearch and mentoring and to give unique insights into contem-porary problems and social issues confronting modern engineers.

Students benefit from close contact with the faculty, who aredevoted teachers, and the school’s loyal alumni, who delight insharing their experiences and insights with students, and in1 ABET, 111 Market Place, Suite 1050, Baltimore, MD 21202-4012


serving as role models. Our students are encouraged to participatein The Cooper Union’s rich seminar and cultural programs as wellas to attend talks by guest speakers. They join various appropriateprofessional societies, many of which have chapters at The CooperUnion. Students are inspired to qualify for membership in nationalengineering honor societies. They also participate in studentgovernment and sports, and take advantage of the vast culturalenvironment offered by New York City and the neighborhood.

In preparation for their responsibilities as engineers who areaffected by the dynamics of technological advance and socialchange, students are exposed to and challenged in the fields ofsocial science, humanities and other general studies.

Graduates of The Cooper Union are recruited regularly bymajor national and international corporations and graduateschools nationwide. Alumni are found in the top management andresearch leadership of many American corporations; hold keypositions in federal, state and city agencies; and distinguish them-selves on university faculties and administrations nationwide.Through their many and varied professional accomplishments,alumni have earned for the school its reputation for excellence.

FACILITIES AND RESEARCH

The Brooks Computer Center is available to all students andfaculty. It provides a centralized administration and technologicalsupport for all academic computing needs, and allows students totake advantage of rapidly emerging hardware and software tech-nologies. The center maintains an ample supply of computers ofall major types—Intel™ based machines, Apple Macintosh™, SunMicrosystems,™ IBM™ are examples. The machines are concen-trated in computer classrooms, offices, laboratories, the residencehall and special centers.

The Department of Information Technology provides a wiredand wireless network designed to give a rich and reliablecomputing environment. It is locally accessible through theintranet, which connects all but specialized stand-alone systems.Students have access to all of the major operating systems suchas the varieties of Microsoft Windows™, Solaris™, Linux™ andMac/OS™.

The Department of Information Technology has both formalclassroom instructional facilities and informal drop-in accommo-dations. Currently, there exist no restrictions or charges forcomputer time and availability of machines is widespread.

A full complement of applications, programming languagesand Internet tools are available. Multimedia hardware includesaudio/video capture and output, print and film scanners, digitalcameras, CD burners and large-format color plotters.

Data communications with the outside community are main-tained via multiple dedicated high-speed Internet connections.Students and faculty have access to software packages andprogramming languages on the local network and can downloadcontent from all Internet sites worldwide. Students are expectedto pay careful attention to copyright and ethical uses of theInternet and to conduct themselves professionally at all times.

C.V. Starr Research Foundation The C.V. Starr Research Foun-dation, whose forerunner was established in 1976 as The CooperUnion Research Foundation, is a not-for-profit corporation andsponsors many of the externally funded research projects in theSchool of Engineering. By encouraging and supporting research,the foundation augments the educational opportunities forstudents, enhances professional development of faculty,promotes multi-disciplinary research and serves the communitythrough its research and development efforts and as a sponsor ofpublic seminars and conferences.

Participation in research activities by faculty and students isessential to the vitality of the educational programs. In attempting


to meet this objective, The C.V. Starr Research Foundation playsan important role for faculty and students having research talentwho wish to pursue sponsored research individually or in concertwith other faculty and students. The foundation facilitates collab-oration with other universities, hospitals, industry and government.

Projects undertaken by The C.V. Starr Research Foundationare externally funded. Faculty serve as project directors, assistedby other faculty members, outside consultants and undergraduateand graduate students of The Cooper Union.

The C.V. Starr Research Foundation is poised to support allprograms in all of the schools at The Cooper Union, both at theundergraduate and graduate levels, by providing real-life researchprojects throughout the curriculum. To this end, several inter-disci-plinary research centers have been developed.

Each of the centers aims to draw upon the varied facultyexpertise across The Cooper Union and uses laboratory resourcesin the School of Engineering, as well as the resources of theSchools of Art and Architecture.

Recent research sponsors of The C.V. Starr Research Foun-dation include Zimmer, Pfizer, EPRI, Con Edison, the NationalSecurity Agency, the City of New York Departments of Transporta-tion, Environmental Protection and Design and Construction,Transpo, Lucent, NYSERDA, the U.S. DOE, Lenox Hill Hospital, theNational Science Foundation, the National Institutes of Health,Albert Einstein, STRYKER. Verdant Technologies and The HowardHughes Medical Institute.

The C.V. Starr Research Foundation has a proprietaryinterest in several new technologies, all of them patented and mostof them developed at The Cooper Union. Examples include severalpatents in asphalt technology, a clean coal-burning technology, aninnovative hydro-electric generation process, fuel-cell processes,a micro-balance sensor and several patents in telecommunica-tions and environmental measurement devices.

TheMaurice Kanbar Center for Biomedical Engineering, whereresearch is ongoing in orthopaedic bio-mechanics, tissue engi-neering, rehabilitation, neurology, etc. This center has establishedcollaborative relationships with several hospitals and medicalresearch institutions in the New York City area.

The Center for Urban Systems and Infrastructure has startedresearch in the areas of urban security and protective design,infrastructure rehabilitation, new energy technologies, acousticsand noise abatement and sustainable environment. Industrialpartnerships have been formed with various corporations andgovernment agencies. The Cooper Union Institute for Urban Secu-rity operates under the auspices of this center, and the followinginstitutes are being developed:

• The Institute of Water Resources and the Environment,• The Institute of Renewable Energy and• The Institute for Soil Structure Interaction and the UndergroundBuilt Environment.

The Center forMaterials andManufacturing Technologywill beengaged in research in composite materials, fire-resistant andblast-resistant materials, robotics, mechatronics, nano-technolo-gies and nano-biosensors. The center will also be active in innova-tive product design and automation.

The Center for Signal Processing, Communications andComputer Engineering (S*PROCOM2) engages in recent andongoing research in biomedical signal and image processing,neuro-science, software engineering, mapping algorithms to FPGA andother specialized architectures,network security,Monte Carlo simu-lations and wireless communications. Other areas of interestinclude sensor arrays and networks,embedded control systems andcognitive systems.Partnerships and collaboration have been estab-lished with technology firms,both small and large,medical researchinstitutions and financial firms in and around New York City.

TheCenter for Sustainable Engineering,Art andArchitecture—Materials,Manufacturing andMinimalization (SEA2M3),SEA2M3

seeks to develop an awareness of solutions to engineering prob-lems that preserve the integrity of the commons; it is a space wheretrue cross-disciplinary conversation and reciprocal learninggenerate real solutions that can be imagined, created and imple-mented. Using their ability to communicate and infused with anunderstanding of the world, its people and cultures,students createand disseminate designs suited to, and in harmony with their placeof use. SEA2M3 provides a forum within which students from theschools of engineering, art and architecture come together todevelop new design criteria that yield materials, manufacturingtechniques, habitats and lifestyles that are sustainable, and that,ultimately, reduce the chasm between the rich and the poor.


BACHELOR OF ENGINEERINGCURRICULUM

The requirements for the bachelor’s degree programs must becompleted within four years of first registration, except with theexplicit consent of the dean/associate dean. Requests for exten-sion must be presented in writing to the dean’s office prior to thesixth semester of registration (or the end of the junior year). It is theresponsibility of the student to maintain normal and reasonableprogress toward the degree. If courses are made up elsewhere forcredit, the student is responsible for all costs incurred. Prior appro-priate adviser(s) approval is required. If a student elects to takeadditional courses at other institutions, the student must do so (a)with prior academic approval if transfer credit is desired and (b) athis or her own expense. Additionally, ABET accreditation requires:• one year of a combination of mathematics and sciences (somewith experimental experience) appropriate to the discipline,• one and a half years of engineering topics consisting of engi-neering sciences and engineering design appropriate to thestudent’s field of study and• a general educational component that complements the tech-nical content of the curriculum and is consistent with the programand institutional objectives.

In order to graduate,all students must meet the following conditions:• A minimum of 135 credits are required;• Satisfaction of all program curricula;• Satisfaction of the residence study requirements;• A minimum grade point average (G.P.A.) of 2.0;• A minimum grade point average (G.P.A.) of 2.0 for the junior andsenior years combined.

Humanities and Social Sciences The requirements in this areaare satisfied by courses offered by The Cooper Union Faculty ofHumanities and Social Sciences or by transfer credit for liberal artscourses taken at other institutions. The courses in this area areintended to provide both breadth and depth and should not belimited to a selection of unrelated introductory courses.

The Cooper Union liberal arts courses, shown elsewhere inthe Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences catalog section,have prefixesH,S andHTA. The basic coursesHSS1–HSS2 andHSS3–HSS4 are prerequisites for all higher level courses in thesame prefix family.H andS courses carry three credits each;HTAcourses carry two credits. Engineering students should consultwith the dean of Humanities and Social Sciences about choice ofcourses to satisfy particular interests.

Transfer credits for liberal arts courses must be approved by thedean of Humanities and Social Sciences. Courses that cannot beused to satisfy the Humanities and Social Sciences requirementare:• language skills courses such as introductory foreign language,public speaking, report writing;• craft and performance courses unless accompanied by theoryor history;• subjects such as accounting, finance, engineering economy,industrial management, personnel administration.

Some programs require “free electives or non-technical electives.”For transfer credit for particular courses, the School of Art or theSchool of Architecture may be a more appropriate authority tosanction the transfer. Students who are uncertain should approachthe Office of the Dean of Engineering in the first instance and bedirected to the correct group of faculty.

Program Requirements The specific programs for enteringstudents are shown in detail in the curriculum tables. From time totime, changes are made to these programs following curriculardevelopments authorized by the faculty. Advances in technologyand new technologies are closely monitored and are reflected byadjustments in all the engineering programs.

Course Substitutions and Credits A student may request tosubstitute for a required course or courses given in the School ofEngineering provided that:• the substitution is limited to 12 credits maximum toward the totalnumber of credits required for graduation,• the substitution is approved by the dean/associate dean andprogram adviser(s) and• ABET accreditation requirements are not violated.• The Chemical Engineering Department does not permit thesubstitution of any courses.The number of academic credits for each course generally isbased on the following relationship:• 1 credit per contact hour in class• 1⁄ 2 credit per contact hour of laboratory

This relationship was established on the basis that generally twohours of preparation are expected of the student for every contacthour in class or project activities and generally one hour of prepa-ration is expected for every contact hour of laboratory.


Residence Study Requirement A candidate for a bachelor’sdegree must be enrolled during the entire academic year imme-diately preceding the granting of the degree and must carry atleast 12 credits per semester during that period. Also, the candi-date must have been enrolled for a minimum of four semesters atThe Cooper Union as a full-time student for the bachelor’s degree.

Honors and Special ProgramsDean’s List The Office of Admissions and Records deter-

mines a Dean’s List twice a year, at the end of each semester, onthe basis of the record of the completed grade in every subject atthe official end of the grading period. To qualify, a student musthave a 3.5 or better semester grade point average for a studyprogram of at least 12 credits during that semester with no gradelower thanC and no grades of Incomplete (I).2

Course Overload A student having a grade point average of3.0 or better may elect to take an overload of one course in anygiven semester. In all other cases of overload, approval of thestudent’s academic adviser(s) and the written approval of thedean/associate dean of engineering must be obtained. Overloadbeyond 21 credits requires the written permission of thedean/associate dean and no overload is permitted for studentswith a prior semester G.P.A. of less than 3.0 or a cumulative G.P.A.of less than 3.0.

Graduation with Honors Each graduating senior in the School ofEngineering who has achieved an overall cumulative rating of 3.8or higher is awarded the degree with the notation summa cumlaude. Magna cum laude requires a G.P.A. of 3.7 or higher andcum laude requires at least a 3.5 G.P.A.

Faculty Advisers All first-year students have the same facultyadviser. For subsequent years, students will be assigned one, twoor more advisers each, appropriate to their field of study. Eachstudent’s program is established in consultation with his or heradviser(s); changes may be made only with the adviser(s)’sapproval. Advisers for BSE students will be assigned according tothe student’s educational interests and goals.

Curricular Transfers Students wishing to change their course ofstudy should first discuss their interests with the current adviser(s)in both the current and the new speciality areas. Transfer is at thediscretion of the dean’s office and the receiving department or theBSE committee. It may be affected by the student’s grades andavailability of program resources. It becomes effective when therequired petition form, approved by the dean or associate dean ofengineering, has been delivered to the Office of Admissions and

Records.First-year students may not change their area of study untilthe end of the year when two semesters’ grades are available. AG.P.A.of 3.0 or better is required for approval to transfer curriculum.

Transfer CreditStudents, at their own expense, desiring to registerfor courses at another institution for transfer credit to The CooperUnion must have appropriate advance approval. For courses inmathematics, sciences or engineering, this approval is to beobtained from:• the department responsible for the course at The Cooper Unionand• the dean or associate dean of engineering.For liberal arts courses, approval is to be obtained from the dean ofHumanities and Social Sciences. In order that transfer credits fromanother school be accepted, a grade ofB3 or better is required. Anexception may be granted in special circumstances only uponformal appeal to the Committee on Academic Standards.Transfer credit is never granted for paid summer internships orwork experience or paid or unpaid research.

Pre-Medical, Pre-Law or Pre-Business Studies Upon comple-tion of the engineering degree, some graduates may decide toattend medical, dental, business or law school. Most of the prereq-uisites for such a course of action are offered at The Cooper Union.For medical school or dentistry, students are advised to take oneyear of organic chemistry and one year of biology. For law or busi-ness, additional economics, political science and professionalethics courses are useful. Students should consult their adviser(s).

Study Abroad The Cooper Union offers suitably qualified,approved students the opportunity to participate in researchprograms at various foreign universities during the summer. Forexample, students have attended universities in England, Ireland,Scotland, Australia, Hong Kong, Germany, China, Japan, Italy,Spain, Ghana and France. Cooper Union credit (up to six credits atthe 300 level) is granted upon successful completion of theresearch work, presentation of a written report and its approval bythe Office of the Dean. Applications are available in the dean’soffice in mid-January. (Students on probation are ineligible for thisprogram). Credit is only allowable for exchange programs author-ized by The Cooper Union School of Engineering.

Professional DevelopmentMastering the technical aspects of anengineering field is only part of being a successful engineer. Thereare many other areas that go toward building and continuing aprofessional career.

2 Students may petition the dean/associate for reconsideration in the Dean’s List after the Incomplete (I)has been made up.

3 A grade of B- cannot be ttransferred


The School of Engineering has established theAba and LejaLefkowitz Program for Professional Development to strengthenthe non-technical attributes required of its engineering under-graduates. Under this umbrella, a number of successful CooperUnion initiatives have been consolidated to provide a comprehen-sive program of experiences and training for all engineering under-graduates.

This training is provided through zero-credit courses of seminars andworkshops that span a student’s career at The Cooper Union.Atten-dance at the seminars and workshops is mandatory for engi-neering freshmen and sophomores. The courses are designed tointroduce students to the profession of engineering, as well as dealwith their professional development. The Cooper Union’sCONNECT (Cooper’sOwnNoNonsense EngineeringCommuni-cation Training) program is an integral part of these courses andprovides intensive, regular training in effective communication. Awide range of topics are covered (in addition to communicationskills) including ethics,environmental awareness, life-long learning,career development, conflict resolution, entrepreneurship,marketing, workplace issues, professional societies, professionallicensure, organizational psychology, teamwork skills, etc. Thesetopics are dealt with using methods such as case studies,role playingand interactive activities—“learning by doing.” In addition, guestprofessionals, experts and alumni participate where appropriate.

These experiences make students aware of the importanceof the non-technical skills needed for professional success.Through this program students are given significant help in easingthe transition into the workplace and ensuring success there.

Engineering Advisory CouncilThe School of Engineering is advised in key engineering issues,such as leadership,ethics,communication skills,entrepreneurshipand corporate responsibility, by its Advisory Council, which iscomprised of company presidents, C.E.O.s, Nobel Laureates, engi-neers, physicians, attorneys and other business and professionalexperts. The Council meets annually with faculty and students todiscuss important issues in engineering education. In addition, theTechnology Transfer Advisory Committee is made up of appropriateindividuals to advise students and faculty about issues such aspatents, commercialization of inventions, entrepreneurship, etc.

ACADEMIC STANDARDS

Academic IntegrityPlagiarism is the presentation of another person’s “work product”(ideas, words, equations, computer code, graphics, lab data, etc.)as one’s own. Whether done intentionally or unintentionally,plagiarism will not be tolerated in the School of Engineering.

There are many types of plagiarism, some of which are listedbelow. (The list is not exhaustive. Speak with the appropriatefaculty member or the dean or associate dean of engineering if youare uncertain as to what constitutes ethical conduct in a particularsituation.)

You are plagiarizing if:• You present as your own work product a homework assignment,a take-home exam or a class project that includes the efforts ofother individuals. The contributions of other individuals (ifpermitted by your instructor) must be acknowledged in writing onthe submitted assignment, exam or project.• You copy the work of other students on an in-class examination orcommunicate with other individuals in any fashion during an exam.• You submit as part of a homework assignment, take-home examor class project material that has been copied from any source(including, but not limited to, a textbook, a periodical, an encyclo-pedia, the Internet) without properly citing the source, and/orwithout using quotation marks. It is also prohibited to submit suchmaterials in a minimally altered form without proper attribution.Improperly copied material might include text, graphics(computer or otherwise), computer source code, etc.

Other prohibited acts of academic dishonesty include (but are notlimited to):• Attempting to obtain a copy of an examination before it isadministered.• Dishonesty in dealing with a faculty member or a dean, such asmisrepresenting the statements of another faculty member.• Bringing notes into an examination when forbidden to do so.• Bringing any device into an examination (computer/ PDA/calcu-lator), which permits the retrieval of examination-related materialsunless expressly permitted by the instructor.• Bringing any device into an examination that allows communi-cation with other individuals or computers or computer databasesunless expressly permitted by the instructor.

Faculty members may not unilaterally resolve incidents ofacademic dishonesty.Each faculty member is required to report allcases of plagiarism or academic dishonesty to the engineeringdean’s office on an Academic Integrity Incident form. If documen-


tary evidence of the incident exists, it should be attached to theform. The dean’s office, in consultation with the faculty memberand the student, will select from the following sanctions: a grade ofF for the assignment,a grade of F for the course or dismissal of thestudent from the school. A record of all incident forms will be keptin the dean’s office and second-time offenders are candidates fordismissal from the school. Students who are dismissed because ofacademic dishonesty should be aware that incident reports andany responsive actions by the dean’s office or Academic StandardsCommittee become part of their permanent record.

Sexual or Racial HarassmentSuch behavior will not be tolerated. Incidents should be reportedimmediately. Students should see the dean or associate dean, andalso the dean of students as soon as possible.

Code of ConductStudents are required to read and abide by the code of conductpublished by the Office of Student Services.

GRADES OF RECORD

The definitions below deal with the student’s attainment in theformal work of the subject. Nevertheless, it should be understoodthat such essential qualities as integrity, adherence to class regu-lations, enthusiasm, motivation, clarity in presentation of work andsense of obligation, together with ability to use the Englishlanguage correctly and intelligibly, are reflected in the grade. Thecourse grade is assigned by the instructor in conformity with defi-nitions indicated in this section.

The grade A indicates a superior and comprehensive graspof the principles of the subject. It denotes an ability to think quicklyand with originality toward the solution of difficult problems.

The grade B indicates evidence of a good degree of famil-iarity with the principles involved in the subject. It implies less orig-inality and a tendency to hold to patterns of thought presented inthe formal subject matter.

The grade C indicates an average knowledge of the princi-ples involved in the subject and a fair performance in solving prob-lems involving these principles. This grade implies average abilityto apply the principles to original problems.

The grade D indicates a minimum workable knowledge ofthe principles involved in the subject. This grade denotes lowachievement and therefore the number of such grades permittedany student is limited in a manner prescribed by the section onScholastic Standards.

The grade F indicates unsatisfactory understanding of thesubject matter involved. A grade of F may be made up only byrepeating the subject in class; both the new grade and the newcredits and the original grade and credits are included in thepermanent record and in the grade point average. A student whoreceives an F grade in a repeated course is a candidate fordismissal by the school’s Academic Standards Committee.

The Incomplete (I) GradeThe designation of l indicates that the work of the course has notbeen completed and that assignment of a grade and credit has beenpostponed. This designation will be given only in cases of illness(confirmed by authorized physician’s letter) or of other documentedextraordinary circumstances beyond the student’s control. The ldesignation will be given only with the approval of the dean or asso-ciate dean of engineering. At the time of submission of an l desig-nation, the instructor will indicate whether the student’s progress tothat point has been satisfactory or unsatisfactory, offering an esti-mation of grades whenever possible as a means of assisting theCommittee on Academic Standards in their deliberations.


The deadline for removal of an l designation will be deter-mined by the instructor, but will not be later than six weeks afterthe start of the spring semester for students who receive such adesignation in the fall semester and not later than two weeks afterthe start of the fall semester for students who receive such a desig-nation in the spring semester. If the l is not removed within the settime limit, either by completing the work in the subject or bypassing a re-examination, the l will automatically and irrevocablybecome anF unless the dean or associate dean of engineering, inconsultation with the instructor, extends the time or the studentwithdraws from the school.

Dropped Courses andWithdrawalsChange of Program, 1st and 2nd week See General Regu-

lations, page 15. Dropping a course during this period of classesconstitutes a program adjustment. The course will not be enteredon the transcript.

Adding Courses, including independent study, may not beadded after the second week.

Dropping Courses, weeks 3–8. A student anticipatinginability to continue an assigned program should immediatelyseek counseling. A student’s program may be adjusted at thediscretion of and after conference with the adviser(s) and the deanor associate dean of engineering, but only in cases wherescholastic performance is handicapped by conditions beyond thecontrol of the student, such as health or home conditions. Thisshould be done during the first eight weeks of the term.

The designationW indicates that the student has withdrawnfrom the course. For credit, the course must be repeated.

Dropping Courses after the 8thweekA student may lightenhis or her academic load and receive aW grade after the eighthweek of classes only with the approval of the course instructor, theadviser(s) and the dean/associate dean. It is the policy of thefaculty and the Office of the Dean of Engineering not to approveany withdrawal after the eighth week of classes except underextreme, extenuating circumstances. The designationWU indi-cates that the student has withdrawn from a course withoutpermission of the dean or associate dean of engineering and noti-fication of the dean of Admissions and Records. However, theinstructor is free to record an F grade in such cases; theW gradeis not applicable.

Repeating a Course When a course is repeated (due tofailure or any other reason), the grade earned each time the coursewas repeated is calculated into the G.P.A.

Grade Point Average or Ratings To determine academic ratings,numerical equivalents are assigned to grades as follows: A isrepresented by 4,B by 3,C by 2,D by 1 andF by 0. The sum of theproducts of credits attempted and grade equivalents earned in aperiod at The Cooper Union, divided by the sum of credits for thatperiod, is the rating for that period.

Only Cooper Union grades ofA,B,C,D and Fwill be used indetermining ratings. Grades from other colleges and other desig-nations such as l andW are not used in Cooper Union ratings.

Grade ChangesA change in an official grade of record, other thanthe designation l, cannot be made by the dean of Admissions andRecords without the express consent of the dean or associatedean of engineering. Grade changes will not be accepted after oneyear has elapsed from the completion of the course.

Final ExaminationsFinal examinations are held in most subjects.They sometimes are not held in subjects whose content does notreadily lend itself to formal examination, such as laboratory orproject work. In certain other subjects, the class record may beample for determining student standing. The decision on giving afinal examination in a given subject is made by the instructor.

Academic Probation, Withdrawal, Dismissal Probation is theconsequence of unsatisfactory scholarship. It is a warning thatmay involve a compulsory reduction of academic load, interviewswith an assigned adviser and additional academic counseling.A student on academic probation must fulfill conditions asprescribed by the Committee on Academic Standards.

• A student whose semester grade point average is 1.5 and belowis on automatic probation and is a candidate for dismissal by theCommittee.• A student whose semester grade point average falls between 1.6and 2.0 is on automatic probation. Two semesters of automaticprobation may cause the student to be a candidate for dismissalby the Committee.• Estimates of grades in subjects with I designations may beincluded in all Committee deliberations.• Students who fail to register will have their records annotated:“Dropped: Failure to Register.”• A student who is obliged to leave school for one semester or oneyear must petition the dean or associate dean of engineering forpermission to withdraw. If a medical situation is a factor, consulta-tion with the dean of students may be required. A student who haswithdrawn may apply for readmission to the appropriate depart-ment and to the dean or associate dean of engineering. A change


in circumstances that indicates that the educational program maybe resumed with a probability of success must be demonstrated.If a medical situation existed, consultation with the dean ofstudents is also required. Furthermore, medical certification offitness to resume study will probably be required by the Office ofthe Dean of Engineering.• A student who wishes to return after an absence of more thantwo semesters must apply for readmission to the Committee onAcademic Standards.• The records of all first- and second-year students will bereviewed by the associate dean of engineering for recommenda-tions to the Committee on Academic Standards for appropriateaction. Students who have not completed satisfactory progresstoward their degree may be excluded from the third year and maybe required to withdraw from The Cooper Union in order tocomplete course work elsewhere at their own expense.• The Committee on Academic Standards reserves the right todetermine probation and/or dismissal at any point in a student’scareer for appropriate academic reasons.• Students who believe that a modification of their status shouldbe made because of extenuating circumstances may petition, inwriting, to the Committee on Academic Standards.

MASTER OF ENGINEERINGCURRICULUM

The integrated bachelor/master of engineering program isintended to integrate work at the undergraduate and graduatelevels and prepare graduates for entry into the engineering profes-sion at an advanced level or for further graduate study. It affordsdiversification and versatility by requiring a student to elect a fieldof study—the major—offered in the School of Engineering, and aminor in a different field of engineering or science; this providesdepth and breadth. The school offers master’s degrees in chem-ical engineering, civil engineering, electrical engineering andmechanical engineering.

The faculty have determined that B.S.E. graduates areeligible for admission to the graduate program. Such graduatingstudents must join the chemical, civil, electrical or mechanicalprograms, and may be required to “make up” fundamentalcourses by the department.

Admission ProcedurePlease refer to the “Application and Admis-sion Information” section, page 9.

General RequirementsApplicants are expected to have a superior undergraduate recordand to have given evidence of ability for independent work.Students are accepted on an academically competitive basissubject to the availability of an adviser and of suitable availablefacilities. Undergraduate students are not guarenteed admissionto the graduate program.

Cooper UnionUndergraduatesTo be considered for admission tothe master’s program, one must be a currently enrolled CooperUnion undergraduate, with a minimum 3.0 grade point averageaccording to the major. For B.S.E. students, a 3.0 grade pointaverage is required in all engineering courses. Consult with theprogram faculty. Generally, students entering Cooper Unionundergraduate programs as first-year students require four, five orsix years to complete the integrated bachelor/master of engi-neering program.

Specific admission requirements may be waived upon recom-mendation of the faculty in the area of the student’s major.

Graduates of Other Colleges The School of Engineering mayadmit outstanding students or qualified practicing professionals,on a tuition basis, into the master’s degree programs. To be consid-ered for admission, a student should have completed an engi-neering baccalaureate program that is accredited by the


Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology (ABET).Applicants must submit official transcripts. Graduates of foreigninstitutions whose native language is not English are required tosubmit scores of the Test of English as a Foreign Language(TOEFL). Admitted students may be required to register foradvanced engineering courses to make up for any deficiencies.

Time LimitationA maximum of two years are allowed to completethe master’s degree, beginning with admission to the program.Any extension beyond the two years must be approved,and is subject to a maintenance of matriculation fee of $3,000per semester.

COURSE DESIGNATION

The designation of a course offered in the School of Engineeringuses an alphabetical prefix and a three-digit numbering system.The first digit usually denotes:

(1, 2) lower level undergraduate courses,(3) advanced undergraduate courses and(4) graduate courses.

Course PrefixBiology BioChemical Engineering ChEChemistry ChCivil Engineering CEComputer Science CSElectrical Engineering EE, ECEEngineering Sciences ESCInterdisciplinary Engineering EIDMathematics MaMechanical Engineering MEPhysics Ph

Students should consult official class schedules for courses offeredin a given semester. There is no assurance that a course listed inthis catalog will be given every year.

Be advised that each school at The Cooper Union offers certainelectives that are open to all students; consult each school’scourse listing.

Unless otherwise indicated,credit listings are for single semesters.

Courses are not generally offered in the summer.

Definitions• A free elective is any course (for which a student is qualified)given within The Cooper Union. Foreign language courses do notcount as free electives.• The status advanced engineering elective is to be determined bythe adviser(s) and the Office of the Dean. Normally, such courseswill require prerequisites and are usually taken by juniors, seniorsor graduate students.• A core elective is defined as any course required in either the first,second or third year of the CE, ChE, EE or ME programs.• A minimum of 12 credits of engineering electives must be at anadvanced level.


CHEMICAL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENTAND PROGRAM

FACULTYBrazinsky (chair), Davis, Lepek, Okorafor, Stock

MISSION STATEMENTThe Cooper Union’s Department of Chemical Engineering iscommitted to the development and graduation of engineeringprofessionals. The department will promote student learning andunderstanding of science and engineering fundamentals andguide and encourage the application of this knowledge to theethical, professional practice of chemical engineering. This will beundertaken in an environment that is responsive to new technolo-gies, and that encourages life-long learning and research.

Program Objectives• Our chemical engineering graduates will understand the funda-mentals of science and engineering and their use in the applica-tion of chemical engineering.• Our graduates will have an understanding and awareness of theprofessional, ethical and safe application of their knowledge.• Our graduates will grasp the concept of life-long learning andappreciate the continuing development of new technologies andissues in the professional field.• Our graduates will transition easily into their professional careersand demonstrate success in that role.• Those graduates who pursue graduate studies and research atThe Cooper Union and/or other institutions will have the necessarytechnical background, support and preparation to succeed.

The education of the chemical engineer requires a strong founda-tion in chemistry and physics, which must be applied through themedium of mathematics to the solution of design problems. A thor-ough knowledge is required of chemical structures, together withenergy and kinetic relationships of chemical reactions and molec-ular transfer. The chemical engineer deals with the application ofthese principles to processes carried out on a variety of scales frommicro-reactors to an industrial scale, in which matter undergoeschanges in physical state, chemical composition or energycontent. Emphasis is placed on developing creative ability. Factsand theories are presented primarily to stimulate further thoughtand study in all fields of chemical engineering.

Formal instruction is supplemented by visits to several plants andcompanies where the contribution of engineers can be observed

and understood with respect to equipment, utilities, safety, costs,environmental impact, labor and supervision. The students getsfirst-hand experience in the chemical engineering laboratory inapplying engineering analysis to equipment performance, and inlearning limitations of theoretical concepts. In the senior year, thestudent learns how to design chemical plants from fundamentaldata on new processes and to recognize areas of limited knowl-edge from the results of the design, and thus recommend pilotplant studies, if necessary.

Chemical engineering graduates find employment in a widevariety of areas. In addition to the chemical and petroleum indus-tries, chemical engineers are involved heavily in the biomedical,materials and environmental fields. A chemical engineeringeducation can also be easily applied to other interdisciplinaryareas such as biochemical and biomedical engineering, energyresources, environmental engineering and materials resources. Asa result, chemical engineers are also finding employment in non-industrial institutions such as government, research think-tanks,policy study groups and even publishing companies.

Note that the chemical engineering department does notmake use of the 12-credit rule.

MinorsA minor can be obtained by a student in chemical engineeringtaking any four (4) classes in one of the fields below. The courseslisted are examples of courses currently in the Cooper Unioncatalog. Note that some may require prerequisites or permissionof the instructor. Additionally, note that it will not be necessary toobtain a minor in any field in order to graduate with a bachelor ofengineering in chemical engineering.

Environmental EngineeringChE 340/Industrial Waste Treatment, CE 141/EnvironmentalSystems Engineering, CE 142/Water Resources Engineering (alsoEID 142), CE 346/Hydraulic Engineering, EID 141/Air PollutionControl Systems, CE 414/Solid Waste Management, CE 435/Geo-Environmental Engineering (also EID 435), CE 440/IndustrialWaste Treatment Design, CE 441/Water and Wastewater Tech-nology, CE 446/Pollution Prevention or Minimization, CE447/Stream and Estuary Pollution, CE 449/Hazardous WasteManagement.

Biomedical EngineeringECE 343/Bio-instrumentation and Sensing, , EID 121/BiotransportPhenomena, EID 122/Biomaterials, EID 123/Biosystems andInstrumentation, EID 124/Bioengineering in Safety Design andInjury Analysis and Prevention, EID 125/Biomechanics, EID 320/


Special Topics in Bioengineering, EID 325/Science and Applica-tion of Bioengineering Technology, EID 326/Ergonomics,EID327/Tissue Engineering, Ch 340/Biochemistry (also Bio 102),Bio 101/Molecular and Cellular Biology, ECE 422/ Selected Topicsin Embedded Systems, ME 421/Rehabilitation Engineering (alsoEID 421), ME 423/Measurement of Human Performance (also EID423), EID 424/Bioengineering Applications in Sports Medicine, Ch440/Biochemistry II.

Energy EngineeringME 131/Energetics (also EID 131), ME 133/Air-Conditioning,Heating and Refrigeration (also EID 133), ME 330/ AdvancedEngine Concepts, ME 334/Combustion (also EID 334), ChE421/Advanced Chemical Reaction Engineering, ChE 434/SpecialTopics in Combustion (also ME 434),ChE 435/Transport Processesin Internal Combustion Engines (also ME 435), ECE 422/Selectedtopics in Embedded Systems, Ph 462/Nuclear Physics.

Applied Chemical TechnologyChE 311/Introduction to Polymer Technology, ME 313/ Science ofMaterials for Engineering Design (also EID 313), ME 314/Intro-duction to Composite Materials (also EID 314), Ch 364/Solid StateChemistry, Ph 319/Introductory Quantum and Solid State Physics,ChE 411/Polymer Technology and Engineering, ME 410/Materials,Manufacturing Process (also EID 410).

Note: You will be given a letter by the chemical engineeringDepartment certifying that you have completed a minor.

Graduate ProgramIn addition to advanced courses in chemical engineering and otherareas, the student must complete a thesis for the M.E. degree. Thecandidate must choose a full-time Cooper Union faculty memberfrom either the chemistry or chemical engineering department asone of his or her thesis advisers. Before choosing a thesis topic,however, the student should explore various professors’ researchinterests. Research interests of chemical engineering facultymembers include non-Newtonian flow, crystal growth from high-temperature melts, polymer extrusion, heat and mass transfer withchange of phase, drag coefficients in dense phase transport,construction of a database of engineering materials, mathemat-ical modeling of bio-heat transfer in micro-circulation, mathemat-ical modeling of whole-body heat transfer, analysis of oxygentransport in the cardiovascular system and an integrated gasifica-tion process for the simultaneous disposal of sludge and garbagewith concomitant production of steam and electricity, biochem-ical separation, protein-purification, environmental engineeringand mathematical modeling, evaluation of sustainability, batch

process design and optimization, pollution prevention and mitiga-tion, infinite linear programming, particle technology, multi-phaseflow and fluidization, pharmaceutical engineering and processes,nano-materials and energy systems and processes.

Chemical Engineering Program

Freshman Year Credits

Fall Semester:

ESC000.1 Professional Development Seminar 0

Ma 110 Introduction to Linear Algebra 2

Ma 111 Calculus I 4

Ch 110 General Chemistry 3

EID 101 Engineering Design and Problem Solving 3

CS 102 Introduction to Computer Science 3

HSS 1 Literary Forms and Expressions 3

Total Credits Fall Semester 18

Spring Semester:


Ma 113 Calculus II 4

Ph 112 Physics I: Mechanics 4

Ch 111 General Chemistry Laboratory 1.5

Ch 160 Physical Principles of Chemistry 3

HSS 2 Texts and Contexts: Old Worlds and New 3

Total Credits Spring Semester 15.5

Sophomore Year Credits

Fall Semester:


ESC 170 Energy and Material Balances 3

Ma 223 Vector Calculus 2

Ma 224 Probability 2

Ph 213 Physics II: Electromagnetic Phenomena 4

Ph 291 Introductory Physics Laboratory 1.5

Ch 231 Organic Chemistry I 3

HSS 3 The Making of Modern Society 3

Total Credits Fall Semester 18.5

Spring Semester:


Ma 240 Ordinary and Partial Differential Equations 3

Ph 214 Physics III: Optics and Modern Physics 3

Ch 232 Organic Chemistry II 2

Ch 233 Organic Chemistry Laboratory 2

ESC 130.1 Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics 3

HSS 4 The Modern Context: Figures and Topics 3

Total Credits Spring Semester 16


Junior Year Credits

Fall Semester:

EE 121 Basic Principles of Electrical Engineering 2

Ch 251 Instrumental Analysis Laboratory 2

Ch 261 Physical Chemistry I 3

ChE 131 Advanced Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics 3

ESC 140 Fluid Mechanics and Flow Systems 3

Engineering or Science Elective 3


Spring Semester:

Ch 262 Physical Chemistry II 2

ChE 121 Chemical Reaction Engineering 3

ChE 141 Heat Transmission; 3

effective fall 2012

ChE 141 Heat and Mass Transfer 4

ChE 151 Process Simulation and

Mathematical Techniques for Chemical Engineers 3


Free Elective 3

Total Credits Spring Semester 17*

Senior Year Credits

Fall Semester:

ChE 162.1 Chemical Engineering Laboratory I 1.5

ChE 161.1 Process Evaluation and Chemical Systems Design I 3

ChE 142 Mass Transfer Processes; 4

effective fall 2012

ChE 142 Seperation Process Principles 3

ChE 152 Chemical Process Dynamics and Control 3


Humanities/Social Sciences Elective 3

Total Credits Fall Semester 17.5 �

Spring Semester:

ChE 162.2 Chemical Engineering Laboratory II 1.5

ChE 161.2 Process Evaluation and Chemical Systems Design II 3

ESC 110.1 Materials Science for Chemical Engineers 3


Free Elective 3



Total credits required for degree 135

CIVIL ENGINEERING DEPARTMENTAND PROGRAM

FACULTYJ. Ahmad (Chair), Cataldo, Guido, Tzavelis, Yapijakis

MISSION STATEMENTTo prepare our students as civil engineering professionals who willhave the depth and breadth of knowledge, sense of social andethical responsibility, commitment to a safe environment and adesire to serve the society in leadership positions.

Program Objectives• Our civil engineering graduates will engage in life-long learningto stay abreast of the latest body of knowledge and professionalpractices in civil engineering and allied disciplines throughouttheir careers.• Our graduates will excel in teamwork, interdisciplinary concepts,organizational skills and problem-solving methodologies in theirprofessional careers.• Our graduates will attain positions of leadership as professionalpractitioners, government officials, academicians, inventors,researchers, etc., during their professional careers.• Our graduates will have a strong sense of commitment to excel-lence, independent thinking, innovation and modern professionalpractices throughout their careers.• Our graduates will have a strong commitment to professional andethical responsibility during their careers.• Our graduates who pursue careers in engineering will seek andsuccessfully achieve professional licensure in their chosen fields.

Program descriptionCivil engineering, earliest of the engineering professions, hasevolved into a broad spectrum of specialities: structural, geotech-nical, hydraulic, environmental, transportation, urban planning,construction management, sustainable design, urban security andinfrastructure rehabilitation. Depending on his or her interests andabilities, the modern civil engineer also may become involved inresearch, design and development related to projects in alterna-tive energy sources, space structures, protection against naturaland man-made disasters, etc. The civil engineer also studies anddevelops new materials, new structural systems and new strate-gies for optimizing design. Basic research, especially in the areasof applied and experimental mechanics, often arises either as apreliminary or adjunct requisite to these studies.

The civil engineer who wishes to practice creatively in any ofthese fields must be thoroughly grounded in the basic sciences,mathematics and applied mechanics, structures and structuralmechanics, engineering sciences and computer applications.

* 18 Credits effective Spring 2012�

16.5 Credits effective Fall 2012


The members of the civil engineering faculty are actively engagedin research in their specialities, which include modern advancesin structural engineering and materials, geotechnical engineering,alternative energy sources, green design of buildings, waterpollution control technologies, water resources engineering andurban security.

Within the civil engineering program, students may elect topursue specialized study through an appropriate choice of elec-tives in two areas:• Structural and Geotechnical Engineering• Water Resources and Environmental

Graduate level courses in these areas are available to seniors withsuperior academic records as indicated in the following lists:

Structures andGeotechnical Engineering: CE 422, CE 425,CE 426, CE 427, CE 428, CE 431, CE 432, CE 433, CE 434, CE 450,CE 470.

Water Resources and Environmental Engineering: CE 414,CE 440, CE 441, CE 442, CE 443, CE 444, CE 445, CE 446, CE 447,CE 448, CE 449.

Graduate ProgramCompletion of the master of engineering degree program in civilengineering is important for entry into the profession in any of thespecialized areas discussed above. The civil engineering depart-ment offers many graduate level courses in the cited areas, suchas structural engineering and environmental engineering. Grad-uate minors may include computer engineering, civil engineeringmanagement and others. Also recognized are minors in interdis-ciplinary areas of engineering.

Civil Engineering Program


Fall Semester:



Ma 111 Calculus I 4





Total credits fall semester 18

Spring Semester:







Total credits spring semester 15.5


Fall Semester:






ESC 100 Engineering Mechanics 3

ESC 110 Materials Science 3


Total credits fall semester 18.5

Spring Semester:


ESC 120 Principles of Electrical Engineering 3



ESC 101 Solid Mechanics 3

CE 120 Fundamentals of Civil Engineering 3


Total credits spring semester 18

Junior Year Credits

Fall Semester:

CE 121 Structural Engineering 4.5

CE 141 Environmental Systems Engineering 4.5

ESC 130 Engineering Thermodynamics 3

ESC 140 Fluid Mechanics and Flow Systems 3



Spring Semester:

CE 122 Structural Engineering II 3

CE 131 Introduction to Geotechnical Engineering 4.5

CE 142 Water Resources Engineering 4.5

CE 341 Design of Steel Structures 3



Senior Year Credits

Fall Semester:

CE 342 Design of Reinforced Concrete Structures 3

CE 351 Urban Transportation Planning 3

CE 363 Civil Engineering Design I 3

Engineering or Science Electives 6


Spring Semester:

CE 361 Civil Engineering Experimental Projects 2

CE 364 Civil Engineering Design II 3





ELECTRICAL ENGINEERINGDEPARTMENT AND PROGRAM

FACULTYBen-Avi (Acting Dean and Associate Dean), Chatterjee, Cumber-batch, Fontaine (Chair), Keene, Kirtman, Sable

MISSION STATEMENTTo develop a highly trained, consummate engineer: able to lead, topractice in a professional manner, to grow with technologicaladvances, to express himself or herself in written and in oral form,to function as a project engineer immediately upon graduation andto pursue graduate studies in a variety of professional fields.

Program ObjectivesEach of our electrical engineering graduates:• will be capable of functioning as a first-class project engineer,• will have exceptional technical knowledge and professionaldesign skills,• will be capable of professional-level written and oral expression,• will be capable of demonstrating leadership skills and• will be open-minded and receptive to new ideas and viewpoints,with a commitment to excellence, independent thinking, research,life-long learning, innovation and the use of the latest technologiesand modern professional practices throughout his or her career.

Program descriptionBasic courses in electrical circuits and signal processing (orcomputer systems or computer engineering), along with coremathematics, science and humanities courses, are taken in thefreshman and sophomore years. Students may then elect topursue study through an appropriate choice of electives in threeareas:• Electronic Systems and Materials• Signal Processing and Communications• Computer Engineering

Students plan their electives with the assistance of a facultyadviser to specialize in areas of interest and to obtain a well-rounded and diverse educational experience. By the senior year,strong students are encouraged to take graduate-level electivesbeyond the requirements of the bachelor’s degree as part of anintegrated five-year master’s program.

The curriculum interweaves strong theory, grounded inmathematics and science, with extensive use of CAD tools andpractical projects. Team and individual projects begin in thefreshman year and culminate with year-long senior projects.

All laboratory courses, and many recitation courses, areproject based. By the time students commence their senior proj-ects, they perform open-ended system design, implementationand testing, cost analysis and prepare written and oral presenta-tions. They act as project managers under the guidance of afaculty adviser.

There are numerous research and independent study oppor-tunities involving close work with faculty and practicing profes-sionals on cutting-edge problems.

Graduate ProgramThe candidate must choose a full-time Cooper Union facultymember from the electrical engineering department as one of hisor her advisers. Possible areas of concentration or thesis topics arenumerous and reflect the diverse interests of the faculty. Someexamples are digital signal processing, image and videoprocessing, biomedical engineering, wireless communications,computer networks, machine learning, mapping algorithms toarchitecture, advanced computing and simulation methodology,electronic materials, integrated circuit engineering and sustainableengineering. Thesis topics that are research-oriented or targetedtowards commercial application are particularly encouraged.

Web SiteThe Electrical Engineering program maintains a website atwww.ee.cooper.edu.


Electronic Systems andMaterials Trackin Electrical Engineering(for students admitted prior to September 2010)


Fall Semester:



Ma 111 Calculus I 4






Spring Semester:




ECE 150 Digital Logic Design 3






Fall Semester:


ECE 141 Circuit & Electronics I 3







Spring Semester:


ECE 110 MATLAB Seminar: Signals and Systems 0

ECE 111 Signal Processing & Systems Analysis 3

ECE 131 Solid State Materials 3

ECE 151 Computer Architecture 3


Ph 214 Physics III: Modern Physics 3



Junior Year Credits

Fall Semester:

ECE 101 Communication Theory 3

ECE 114 Digital Signal Processing 3

ECE 121 Control Systems 3

ECE 142 Electronics II 3

ECE 193 Electrical & Computer Engineering Projects I 1.5

Ma 326 Linear Algebra 3



Spring Semester:

ECE 103 Communication Networks 3

ECE 135 Engineering Electromagnetics 4

ECE 194 Electrical & Computer Engineering Projects II 4

ECE 341 Integrated Circuit Design 3



Senior Year Credits

Fall Semester:

ECE 195 Electrical & Computer Engineering Projects III 4

Non-technical Elective 3



Spring Semester:

ECE 196 Electrical & Computer Engineering Projects IV 3


Engineering or Science Electives 8.5




Electronic Systems andMaterials Trackin Electrical Engineering(for students admitted September 2010 and later)


Fall Semester:



Ma 111 Calculus I 4






Spring Semester:










Fall Semester:


ECE 140 Circuit Analysis 3







Spring Semester:




ECE 141 Electronics I 3






Junior Year Credits

Fall Semester:









Spring Semester:




ECE 341 Integrated Circuit Design 3



Senior Year Credits

Fall Semester:





Spring Semester:







Signal Processing and Communications Trackin Electrical Engineering(for students admitted prior to September 2010)


Fall Semester:



Ma 111 Calculus I 4






Spring Semester:










Fall Semester:


ECE 141 Circuits & Electronics I 3







Spring Semester:




ECE 131 Solid State Materials 3






Junior Year Credits

Fall Semester:




ECE 142 Circuits and Electronics II 3





Spring Semester:




ECE 302 Probability Models & Stochastic Processes 3



Senior Year Credits

Fall Semester:





Spring Semester:






Signal Processing and Communications Trackin Electrical Engineering(for students admitted September 2010 and later)


Fall Semester:



Ma 111 Calculus I 4






Spring Semester:










Fall Semester:









Spring Semester:










Junior Year Credits

Fall Semester:









Spring Semester:







Senior Year Credits

Fall Semester:





Spring Semester:







Computer Engineering Track in Electrical Engineering(for students admitted prior to September 2010)

First Year Credits

Fall Semester:



Ma 111 Calculus I 4




HSS 1 Literary Forms and Experessions 3


Spring Semester:










Fall Semester:



ECE 161 Programming Languages 3







Spring Semester:






ECE 164 Data Structures and Algorithms I 2





Junior Year Credits

Fall Semester:




ECE 165 Data Structures and Algorithms II 2


Ma 352 Discrete Mathematics 3



Spring Semester:




ECE 361 Software Engineering & Large System Design 3



Senior Year Credits

Fall Semester:





Spring Semester:








Computer Engineering Track in Electrical Engineering(for students admitted September 2010 and later)

First Year Credits

Fall Semester:



Ma 111 Calculus I 4




HSS 1 Literary Forms and Experessions 3


Spring Semester:










Fall Semester:



ECE 161 Programming Languages 3







Spring Semester:






ECE 164 Data Structures and Algorithms I 2





Junior Year Credits

Fall Semester:




ECE 165 Data Structures and Algorithms II 2


Ma 352 Discrete Mathematics 3



Spring Semester:




ECE 361 Software Engineering & Large System Design 3



Senior Year Credits

Fall Semester:





Spring Semester:







MECHANICAL ENGINEERINGDEPARTMENT AND PROGRAM

FACULTYBaglione, Delagrammatikas, Lima, Orbach (visiting),Sidebotham, Wei (chair), Wootton

MISSION STATEMENTThe Cooper Union’s Department of Mechanical Engineering willproduce broadly- and rigorously-educated graduates, able topractice professionally, pursue advanced studies and innovate ina wide range of fields. Together with our faculty and staff, ourstudents will develop a commitment toward lifelong interdiscipli-nary learning, fulfill their potential for responsible leadership andinspire others to continuously pursue excellence by example.

Program Objectives• Our graduates will apply their broad and rigorous education toresponsible, interdisciplinary problem solving,• communicate clearly and effectively in their chosen professionsand• continue to learn and educate themselves in their fields of pursuit.

Program descriptionMechanical engineering is concerned with the devices andphenomena related to the generation, transmission, applicationand control of power. Mechanical engineering grew up with theIndustrial Revolution and is today the broadest of the engineeringdisciplines, encompassing many activities and fields of interest.Mechanical engineers may be involved with research and devel-opment, design, manufacturing, sales, application and service,administration and management, as well as teaching andconsulting. Fields of interest include solid mechanics, materials,fluid mechanics, vibrations and acoustics, heat transfer andthermodynamics, combustion, control systems, manufacturing,CAD/CAM and robotics or combinations of these as is often thecase in the design and development work of complex projects.(Examples: the space shuttle, the investigation of alternate energyfrom renewable resources, the development of completely auto-mated factories through robotics and human joint replacements.)At the Albert Nerken School of Engineering, the mechanical engi-neering faculty and students have been, and continue to be,involved in these and other exciting new developments throughtheir project work, research work or consulting.

Mechanical engineering is an ideal foundation for careers inthe aerospace industry, ocean engineering, marine engineering,biomedical engineering, the automobile industry, the power andutility industries and virtually any area of activity that requires analyt-ical abilities combined with a strong background in design practice.

The sequences of courses shown in the undergraduatecurriculum table emphasize the fundamental engineeringsciences as well as their applications in a computer environmentand professional design practice. By the selection of electives andof their design and research projects, students have a large degreeof flexibility in exploring their own interests.

Graduate ProgramAreas of research include computer-aided design and engi-neering, robotics, biomedical engineering, automotive systems,mechatronics, thermoelectric power generation, vibrationsand acoustics, combustion and other interdisciplinary areas ofengineering.


Mechanical Engineering Program


Fall Semester:



Ma 111 Calculus I 4






Spring Semester:




EID 103 Principles of Design 3






Fall Semester:



Ma 240 Ordinary and Partial Differential Equation 3



ESC 100 Engineering Mechanics 3

ESC 110 Materials Science 3



Spring Semester:


ESC 121 Basic Principles of Electrical Engineering 2



ESC 101 Mechanics of Materials 3

ESC 161 Systems Engineering 3

ME 155 Design and Prototyping 2



Junior Year Credits

Fall Semester:

ESC 130 Engineering Thermodynamics 3

ESC 140 Fluid Mechanics & Flow Systems 3

ME 100 Stress and Applied Elasticity 3

ME 151 Feedback Control Systems 3




Spring Semester:

ME 101 Mechanical Vibrations 3

ME 130 Advanced Thermodynamics 3

ME 142 Heat Transfer 3

ME 160 Engineering Experimentation 3




Senior Year Credits

Fall Semester:

ME 120 Design Elements 3

or

ME 141 Fundamentals of Aerodynamics

ME 163 Mechanical Engineering Projects 3

ME 312 Manufacturing Engineering 3

Free Electives 4


Spring Semester:

ME 164 Capstone Senior Mechanical Engineering Design 3

ME 320 Mechanical Design 3

or

ME 300 Space Dynamics

Free Electives 6




BACHELOR OF SCIENCEIN ENGINEERING CURRICULUM

General EngineeringThe School of Engineering offers a program in General Engineeringleading to the degree of bachelor of science in engineering(B.S.E.). It is Intended for students who have a clear Idea of theireducational objectives. These may require a more flexible Inter-disciplinary course of study. This program Is also suitable forstudents who desire a strong, broad-based, rigorous engineeringbackground as preparation for graduate study in mathematics,science or other disciplines.

CurriculumWhile details of programs will vary according to educational goalsand adviser’s requirements, the core is as follows:

Credits

Core Courses 55

Humanities and Social Sciences minimum 6

(over and above the core courses)

Engineering and Engineering Sciences1 minimum 44

(over and above the core courses)*

Free Electives2 30

Total credits 135

The program is administered by an interdepartmental commit-teee. Approximately 10 percent of the engineering undergradu-ates currently undertake this program.

Each student is assigned an adviser from the committeee;other faculty may also act as co-advisers. Choice of electives Isclosely monitored for academic rigor and coherence by the inter-departmental committeee.

Students who are considering applying to medical or dentalschool after completing the program are advised to take one yearof biology. Law schools may require additional courses in the socialsciences.

The program is not suitable for students who wish licensure.

Core Curriculum of the School of Engineering


Fall Semester:

ESC 000.1 Professional Development Seminar 0


Ma 111 Calculus I 4



CS 102 Computer Programming for Engineers 3



Spring Semester:







Total credits spring semester 15.5


Fall Semester:





Ph 291 Introductory Physics Lab 1.5


Electives 6

Total credits fall semester 18.5

Spring Semester:





Electives 10


1 Courses with prefix BIO, ChE, CE, CS, EE/ECE, ME, EID, ESC2 Any course offered at The Cooper Union


MASTER’S PROGRAMDEGREE REQUIREMENTS

Credit RequirementsA minimum of 30 credits beyond the baccalaureate degree mustbe completed at The Cooper Union (in addition to possible under-graduate deficiencies). Of these, not more than six credits may beundergraduate-level courses. The 30 credits offered for the degreemust satisfy the following distribution:

Credits

The major minimum 12

A coherent concentration of graduate-level courses in the chosen field, which must

include courses approved by the adviser(s).

(A planned course of study must be submitted for approval by the dean’s office.)

The minor minimum 12

A concentration in an area of engineering other than the chosen major.

Thesis project 6

Total Credits 30

Grade RequirementA minimum overall grade point average of 3.0 is needed in allcourses used to satisfy the 30 credit master’s degree requirement.

Appropriate Excess Credits Taken as an UndergraduateFor Cooper Union baccalaureate holders, any credits of appro-priate level, taken as undergraduates in excess of their bachelor’sdegree requirement, may be applied to the master’s degree,subject to the above requirements and advisory approval.

Time LimitationThe requirements for the master of engineering program must becompleted within two years of admission except for extraordinarycircumstances that require the express consent of the dean orassociate dean of engineering. Requests for such extension mustbe presented in writing to the Office of the Dean in the finalsemester of the second year. Thesis adviser’s approval is alsorequired. Master’s students who receive approval to extend theirstudies beyond two years will be assessed a maintenance ofmatriculation fee of $3,000 per semester.

Program of StudyA complete program of study, major as well as minor, is designedby the student with the assistance and approval of the academicadviser(s) and approved by the Office of the Dean of Engineering.

MinorsMinor concentrations are offered in accordance with faculty inter-ests and school resources. Courses in engineering and science arechosen to form an innovative and coherent program of study for aminor with the approval of the department and faculty adviser(s).

Thesis/Project• Each student is required to submit a thesis or project in the majoror the minor area of study, equivalent to a maximum of six credits(400 level), for partial fulfillment of the master of engineeringrequirements. This project must be discussed with and approvedby an adviser prior to being started.• The thesis or project must be successfully presented orally by thestudent and submitted in written form.

FellowshipsOne source of funding available to students wishing to pursuegraduate study in engineering is the Enders Fund, governed by thewill of Henry C. Enders and administered by the New York Commu-nity Trust. This fellowship is available to engineering graduates ofThe Cooper Union who plan to do graduate work in either chemistry,chemical engineering,chemistry-based environmental engineeringor chemistry-based bioengineering and, who have satisfactorilycompleted all of the chemistry courses required of Cooper Unionchemical engineering graduates. Recipients are selected by thejoint faculties of chemistry and chemical engineering.


DEPARTMENTS

ChemistryFaculty: Newmark (chair), Savizky, TopperThe Department of Chemistry offers a wide range of courses thatare necessary for the understanding of the various engineeringdisciplines. First-year engineering students enroll in the followingcourses: General Chemistry (a general quantitative and descrip-tive overview of chemistry), Physical Principles of Chemistry (aquantitative discussion of chemical thermodynamics, electro-chemistry and chemical kinetics) and General Chemistry Labora-tory (chemical experimentation with emphasis on data recording,report writing and safety).

Sophomore and junior level courses required for chemicalengineering majors can also be taken as electives by those wishingto further their knowledge in the environmental, biomedical,instrumental and physical areas.

In addition, elective courses, suitable for students interestedin bioengineering or students intending to go to medical school,are available.

Research at the undergraduate and master’s levels can beconducted under the supervision of the chemistry faculty.

Interested students should meet with the chemistry chair todiscuss possible research areas.

The department operates laboratories in general chemistry,organic chemistry and instrumental analysis and for researchprojects.

MathematicsFaculty: Agrawal (chair), Bailyn, Hopkins, Mintchev, Simon(Visiting), Smyth, VulakhThe primary responsibility of the Department of Mathematics isthe maintenance and delivery of the core mathematics curriculumfor the School of Engineering. This consists of a sequence ofrequired courses given in the first two years covering calculus,linear algebra, probability, vector calculus and differential equa-tions. In addition to the core courses, there are a variety of electivemathematics courses, some of which are computer-related. Themathematics curriculum will more than adequately prepare thestudent for professional work as well as graduate study in engi-neering and applied mathematics.

The faculty of mathematics strives to develop in the studenta firm foundation in, and an appreciation of, the structure andmethods of mathematics. Students interested in mathematicsresearch should consult the chair for specific areas of expertise.

The department of mathematics offers a minor in mathematics.Students seeking a minor in mathematics must complete at least15 credits of mathematics coursework in addition to the 17 creditsrequired by every engineering department. These additionalcredits must include Advanced Calculus I and II (Ma 350, 351),Linear Algebra (Ma 326), Modern Algebra (Ma 347) and an elec-tive course in mathematics at or above the 300 level. An overallG.P.A., at graduation, of at least 3.0 among the mathematicsportion (32 credits) of the program is required to obtain a minor inmathematics.

PhysicsFaculty: A. Wolf (chair), UglesichThe physics program at The Cooper Union provides a sequence ofintroductory courses devised to introduce students in engineeringto fundamental physical concepts that underlie all the engineeringdisciplines. Additionally, the Physics Department offers electivecourses that are crafted to provide an enhanced understanding ofspecially selected fields of interest in engineering science.


ChemicalEngineeringCourses

UndergraduateChE 121 Chemical ReactionEngineeringAfter consideration of chemicalreaction kinetics and thermodynamics,the course focuses on the designrelationships for batch, semi-batch,plug-flow and mixed reactors. Theapplication of these designrelationships is explored in ideal,isothermal, non-isothermal, adiabaticreactors. Homogeneous,heterogeneous and biological systemsare discussed including the effect oftransport phenomena on reaction ratesand reactor design.3 credits. Prerequisites: ESC 170 andESC 140

ChE 131 Advanced ChemicalEngineering ThermodynamicsConcept of fugacity in imperfect gases;chemical potential and partial molalproperties in mixtures; Gibbs-DuhemEquation; ideal solutions of imperfectgas mixtures; the Lewis and RandallRule; methods of calculating activitycoefficients in non-ideal mixtures;vapor-liquid equilibria; checkingthermodynamic consistency ofvapor-liquid equilibrium data;equilibrium constant, enthalpy changeand Gibbs free energy of formation inchemical reactions.3 credits. Prerequisite: ESC 130.1

ChE 141 Heat and Mass TransferIntroduction to heat and mass transfer.Steady-state and unsteady-state heattransfer. Steady-state and unsteady-state mass transfer. Interphasetransport and transfer coefficients.Convective heat and mass transfer.Internal and external forcedconvection. Heat transfer equipment.Natural convection. Boiling andcondensation. Radiation heat transfer.4 credits. Prerequisite: ESC 140.Effective spring 2012.

ChE 142 Mass Transfer OperationsDiffusion mechanisms and phenomena;estimation of diffusivity. Fick’s law ofdiffusion; concentration distributions insolid and fluid flow with or withoutchemical reaction. Application ofthermodynamic and transport conceptsto the design of continuous-contactand staged mass transfer processes.Distillation, gas absorption and drying.Examination of the limitations of theoryand empiricism in design practice.4 credits. Prerequisites: ChE 131 andChE 141

ChE 151 Process Simulation andMathematical Techniques forChemical EngineersIn this course computer-aided designis applied to chemical engineeringproblems in fluid flow, heat transfer,mass transfer and chemical reactoranalysis. Topics include: matrices anddeterminants properties and specialmatrices, systems of linear equationsand methods of solution by matrices,eigenvalues, eigenvectors andapplications to least squares and stageprocesses. Steady and unsteadygeneral diffusion equation, one- andtwo-dimensional heat transferequation, Fourier series, Laplace and Ztransforms and applications. Seriesand numerical solutions, Power,Bessel, Euler, Runge-Kutta, Milne,Finite differences approximations andCrank-Nicholson. Applications.3 credits. Prerequisite: ESC 140

ChE 152 Chemical ProcessDynamics and ControlIntroduction to logic of processdynamics and principles of control inchemical engineering applications;block diagram notation, inputdisturbance, frequency response andstability criteria for chemicalequipment and chemical reactionsystems; single- and multiple-loopsystems; phase plane analysis ofreaction systems; application of analogcomputer in solution of problems.3 credits. Prerequisite: ChE 151

ChE 161.1 Process Evaluationand Design IThe course uses design projects toexplore process flow diagrams andinitial equipment design estimatesbased on process and unit operationmaterial and heat balances. Studiesinclude equipment cost estimationmethods that are developed intoprocess economic evaluations andprofitability analysis. The courseconcludes with process and equipmentdesign using Simulation Science’s PRO-vision/PRO-II and an examination ofoptimization techniques.3 credits each. Prerequisites: ChE 141and ChE 121

ChE 161.2 Process Evaluation andDesign IIThis is a continuation of ChE 161.1,and is the “capstone design course”in chemical engineering. All aspects ofchemical engineering are integrated inthe design of a chemical process plant.The design process consists of flow-sheet development, equipmentselection and sizing, utilityrequirements, instrumentation andcontrol, economic analysis andformulation of safety procedures.

The plant design is carried out in classand includes the use of professionalsimulation packages. The AIChE projectis included in this course.3 credits. Prerequisite: ChE 161.1

ChE 162.1-162.2 ChemicalEngineering Laboratory I & IIThis laboratory course emphasizes theapplication of fundamentals andengineering to processing and unitoperations. The experiments rangefrom traditional engineering applicationsto new technologies and are designedto provide hands-on experiences thatcomplement the theories and principlesdiscussed in the classroom.Preparation of detailed project reportsand oral presentations are importantcomponents of this course.1.5 credits each. Prerequisite: ChE 121,ChE 141; corequisite: ChE 142

ChE 311 Introduction to PolymerTechnologyIntroduction to the chemistry andphysical status of polymer materials.Discussion on formation of polymersfrom corresponding monomers,emphasizing mechanisms and kineticsof various polymerization techniques.Measurements of average molecularweights and molecular weightdistribution of polymers. Viscosity andrheology of polymer solutions and melts.3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

ChE 321 Chemical Reactor DesignDesign and analysis of chemicalreactor systems; transport phenomena;reactor dynamics; design optimization;experimental techniques.3 credits. Prerequisite: ChE 121

ChE 340 Industrial Waste TreatmentThis course deals with the treatmentof industrial waste streams. Topicsinclude: sources of wastewater,characterization of industrialwastewater, BOD, COD, TOC, The OD,primary treatment by physical unitoperations (coagulation andflocculation, sedimentation, flotation,thickeners, filtration, absorption,…),secondary treatment by unit processes(ion exchange, chlorination, de-chlorination,…); biological treatments(kinetics and reactor design, aerobic,anaerobic,…); industrial applicationsand municipal and governmentregulations. This course is 50 percentengineering science, 50 percentengineering design. The course alsoincludes a research paper on anenvironmental topic.3 credits. Prerequisite: Ch 160

ChE 391 Research Problem IAn elective course available toqualified and interested studentsrecommended by the faculty. Studentsmay select problems of particularinterest in some aspect of theoreticalor applied chemical engineering. Topicsrange from highly theoretical tocompletely practical, and each studentis encouraged to do creative work onhis or her own with faculty guidance.3 credits. Prerequisite: senior standing

ChE 392 Research Problem IIContinuation of ChE 391.3 credits. Prerequisite: ChE 391

ChE 393 Research Problem 111Continuation of ChE 392.3 credits. Prerequisite: ChE 392

ChE 394 Research Problem IVContinuation of ChE 393.3 credits. Prerequisite: ChE 393


GraduateChE 411 Polymer Technologyand EngineeringStructures and synthesis of Carbon-Carbon and heterogeneous chainpolymers, mechanisms and kinetics ofemulsion, condensation, ionic stereo-specific polymerizations. Rubberelasticity. Rheological and viscoelasticproperties of polymersand polymer solutions. Survey andinvestigations of advanced topicsare required.3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

ChE 421 Advanced ChemicalReaction EngineeringPrinciples and practices of chemicalreaction systems emphasizingheterogeneous chemical kinetics,coupled heat and mass transfer inreacting systems and reactor dynamics.Modeling and simulation of systemsare extensively applied.3 credits. Prerequisite: ChE 121

ChE 430 Thermodynamics ofSpecial Systems (same as EID andME 430)3 credits. Prerequisite: ChE 131

ChE 434 Special Topics inCombustion (same as ME 434)3 credits. Prerequisite: ME 334 orpermission of instructor

ChE 435 Transport Processes inInternal Combustion Engines(same as ME 435)3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

ChE 440 Advanced FluidMechanics (same as EID andME 440)Introduction to the fundamentalconstitutive relations and conservationlaws of fluid mechanics. Steady andtransient velocity distributions ofviscous flow. Stream functions,potential flow, and creeping flow.Boundary layer theory. Modeling ofturbulent flow. Special topics mayinclude: hydrodynamic stability,vorticity dynamics and mixing, wavesin fluids, airfoil theory, lubricationtheory, compressible flow, multiphaseflow, bubbles and droplets, non-Newtonian flow, and computationalfluid dynamics.3 credits. Prerequisite: ESC 140

ChE 441 Advanced Heat and MassTransfer (same as EID 441)3 credits. Prerequisite: ESC 440

ChE 444 Boundary Layer TheoryStudy of heat, mass and momentumtransfer in the boundary layer region ofa submerged body; emphasis oncontinuum fluid systems, withintroduction to rarified and non-continuum gaseous systems;analytical, numerical and analogmethods of solutions.3 credits. Prerequisite: ESC 141

ChE 445 Particle TechnologyIntroduction to particle technology andmultiphase flow. Particle propertiesand characterization. Granularmaterials and flow. Gas-solid flows.Flow through packed beds. Fluidization.Gas-solid separations. Slurry transport.Pneumatic transport. Powders and bulksolids. Mixing and segregation. Particlesize reduction and enlargement.Aerosol dynamics. Industrialpetrochemical and pharmaceuticalprocesses: fluid catalytic cracking, gascyclones, hoppers, granulation, coating.3 credits. Prerequisite: ESC 140

ChE 447 Sustainability andPollution PreventionThe first part of this course discussesin detail a methodology for definingand assessing the sustainability of anentity. The course then proceeds withmore traditional topics in pollutionprevention for chemical processes,outlining concepts on the macroscale,(life-cycle assessment) and mesoscale(pollution prevention for unitoperations). By the end of this course,you should be able to use a fuzzy-logic-based methodology to define andassess sustainability, perform asensitivity analysis which identifies themost critical components ofsustainability for a given corporation,perform a life-cycle assessment on aproduct or process, identify and applychemical process design methods forwaste minimization, energy efficiency,and minimal environmental impact anddesign, size, and cost a simple waste-treatment process.3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

ChE 451 Digital SimulationPrinciples of digital simulation forchemical processes and otherengineering problems are introduced.Groups of subroutines as essentialtools for dynamic simulation andevaluation are developed. Projectsinvolving advanced dynamicsimulations of chemical engineeringsystems are required.3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

ChE 452 Chemical ProcessOptimizationVarious algorithms of optimizationtechniques are introduced. Methodscovered include both analytical andnumerical approaches. Applications tooptimal reactor design. Optimal controlof chemical process equipmentperformance is demonstrated. Solutionby students of assigned optimizationproblems in chemical engineering ondigital or analog computers is required.3 credits. Prerequisite: ChE 451

ChE 453 Digital ComputerProcess ControlAn introductory course in digitalcomputer control. Topics discussedinclude basic mathematics of samplingdata systems; control algorithms usingtransformation, direct digital control,supervisory control, application of thedigital computer to advanced controland optimal control. Analog to digitaland digital to analog conversions,acquisition of laboratory data andremote control of experimentalequipment are also covered.3 credits. Prerequisite: ChE 152

ChE 454 Advanced ExperimentalProcess ControlAdvanced experimental process controlconcepts and advanced digitalcomputer control. Three-mode feedforward control of process variablesincluding temperature, pressure, leveland pH value. Feed forward,proportional and cascade controls ofvarious process variables. Logicprogrammable control. Seriescommunication control. Computercontrols step change, single-in, single-out and transfer function evaluation.Computer data acquisition.3 credits. Prerequisite: ChE 152

ChE 460 Chemical EngineeringEquipment DesignThe chemical engineer must develop,design and engineer both the completeprocess and the equipment used;choose the proper raw materials;operate the plant efficiently, safely andeconomically; and see to it thatproducts meet the requirements set bythe customer. Chemical engineering isboth an art and a science. Wheneverscience helps the engineer to solve aproblem, science should be used.When, as usually the case, sciencedoes not give a complete answer, it isnecessary to use experience andjudgement. The professional stature ofan engineer depends on skill in utilizingall sources of information to reachpractical solutions to processingproblems. This course will concentratespecifically on the theoretical andpractical principles of detailed

equipment design for mass transfer,heat transfer and reaction operations.Attempts will be made to emphasizemodern technologies used in theseoperations. Equipment covered willvary from year to year.3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

ChE 475 PharmaceuticalEngineeringIntroduction to pharmaceuticalengineering. Overview of thepharmaceutical industry and drugdiscovery and development. Clinicaltrials, regulation, and validation.Scientific principles of dosage formsincluding solutions, disperse systems,dissolution, stability, and surfacephenomena. Biopharmaceuticalprinciples of drug delivery.Pharmacodynamics, pharmacokinetics,and biopharmaceuticals. Unitoperations for solid and liquid dosageforms. Pharmaceutical plant design.3 credits. Prerequisites: ChE 121, ChE142, and ChE 262, or permission ofinstructor

ChE 488 Convex OptimizationTechniquesThis course discussesin detail different methods for theoptimization of systems of engineeringand economic interest using thetechniques of linear and nonlinearprogramming. The focus is on convexoptimization, which is the solution ofproblems with only one best cost,design, size etc. We will considerproblems such as least squares, supplychain management, batch processnetworks, network flow, dynamicprogramming, portfolio optimizationand other examples across allengineering disciplines. Students willlearn about optimization theory andproblem formulation, with somecomputational component. By the endof the course, students should be ableto: create optimization problems from aphysical situation, identify whether theproblem can be solved or not,transform problems into equivalentforms, list optimality conditions forproblems, find the dual of a problemand identify its relation to the primal,and use at least one method to solve aconvex programming problem using acomputer.3 credits. Prerequisites: ChE 151or ESC 161, Ma 326 (co-enrollmentis fine)


ChE 490 Process SynthesisThis course provides a new basis forthe design of integrated chemicalprocesses. The ability to predict, at theoutset, achievable design targets thathave a sound scientific basis isfundamental to the approach. Thesetargets relate to energy, capital andraw materials, costs and flexibility.Topics will include review of basicthermodynamic concepts,capital/energy trade-off, processintegration–multiple utilities,process/utility interface, reactors andseparators in the context of overallprocess–power optimization, design forflexibility, total sites layout, batchprocesses and process plant retrofit.3 credits. Prerequisites: ChE 161.1 andChE 161.2 or permission of instructor

ChE 499 Thesis/ProjectMaster’s candidates are required toconduct, under the guidance of afaculty adviser, an originalinvestigation of a problem in chemicalengineering, individually or in a group,and to submit a written thesisdescribing the results of the work.6 credits for full year

CivilEngineeringCourses

UndergraduateCE 120 Civil EngineeringFundamentalsPlanning, execution and interpretationof drawings and specifications for civilengineering projects. Sample drawingsand specifications. Contractualrequirements. Sample contracts.Permitting, scheduling and costestimation. Basic operations of designand construction firms. Interfacewith other disciplines on civilengineering projects.3 credits. Prerequisite: EID 101

CE 121 Structural Engineering IDiscussion of materials, loads andforms of structures. Analysis ofdeterminate structures. Displacementsof structures and their importance inapplications. Experimental aspects ofmaterials behavior in structuralapplications. Emphasis is placed onbasic experimental techniques, designof experiments, selection and use ofappropriate instrumentation andinterpretation of results.4.5 credits (3 hours of lecture, 3 hoursof laboratory).Prerequisite: ESC 101

CE 122 Structural Engineering IIModern methods of structural analysisof indeterminate structures. Discussionof energy methods, force methods anddisplacement methods. Formulation ofelementary matrix stiffness andflexibility methods. Computerapplications in structural analysis.3 credits. Prerequisite: CE 121

CE 131 Introduction toGeotechnical EngineeringIntroduction to various indexing testsof soils, clay mineralogy, permeability,seepage and flow nets, stressdistribution in soil masses, one-dimensional consolidation theory,strength characteristics of soils,application of Mohr’s Circle to soilmechanics, stability of slopes.4.5 credits (3 hours of lecture, 3 hoursof laboratory). Prerequisite: ESC 101;prerequisite or corequisite: ESC 140

CE 141 Environmental SystemsEngineeringQualitative and quantitative treatmentof water and wastewater systems asrelated to domestic and industrialneeds and their effect on theenvironment. Introduction to airpollution sources and control andsolid/hazardous waste engineering.Design of water and wastewatertreatment plants. Field and laboratorytechniques for measurement of waterquality parameters. Laboratory analysisof representative waters andwastewaters for commonly determinedparameters as related to applicationsin water environment.4.5 credits (3 hours of lecture, 3 hoursof laboratory). Prerequisite: ESC 140

CE 142 Water ResourcesEngineering (same as EID 142)Problems in conservation andutilization of water. Hydrologictechniques. Surface water and groundwater supplies. Water transmissionand distribution. Flood control,navigation and irrigation. Introductionto open channel flow and pipenetworks. Design of hydraulicstructures. Experimental aspectsof hydraulic phenomenon. Emphasisis placed on basic experimentaltechniques, design of experiments,selection and use of appropriateinstrumentation and interpretationof results.4.5 credits (3 hours of lecture, 3 hoursof laboratory). Prerequisite: ESC 140

CE 331 Foundation EngineeringLayout of subsurface investigationprogram, SPT (Standard PenetrationTest), Dutch-cone penetrometer.Analysis and design of spread footingson cohesive and cohesionless soil bystability and settlement procedures,combined footings, strap footings,floating foundations and pilefoundations. Settlement analysis dueto deep-seated consolidation.3 credits. Prerequisite: CE 131

CE 332 Lateral Earth Pressuresand Retaining StructuresIntroduction to classical lateral earthpressure theories (Rankine andCoulomb). Analysis and design ofcantilever and gravity retaining walls,cantilevered and anchored sheetpilebulkheads, anchorage systems(individual and continuous deadmen,grouted tiebacks) and bracedcofferdams. Gravity Wall Systems(Gabion Walls, Criblock Walls andDouble Wall).3 credits. Prerequisite: CE 131

CE 341 Design of Steel StructuresStudy of behavior and design ofstructural steel components and theirconnections. Understanding anddevelopment of design requirementsfor safety and serviceability, as relatedto latest structural steel specificationsby the American Institute of SteelConstruction (A.I.S.C.). Currentdesign emphasizing LRFD, fabricationand construction practices.Composite design.3 credits. Prerequisite: CE 121;corequisite: CE 122

CE 342 Design of ReinforcedConcrete StructuresStudy of the behavior and design ofstructural concrete components andtheir connections. Understanding anddevelopment of design requirementsfor safety and serviceability, as relatedto latest specifications by theAmerican Concrete Institute (A.C.I.).Current design, fabrication andconstruction practices. Introduction toprestressed concrete.3 credits. Prerequisite: CE 122

CE 346 Hydraulic EngineeringAn integration and application of theprinciples of fluid mechanics toproblems concerned with water supplyand distribution. Open channel flowand design of hydraulic structures.3 credits. Prerequisite: CE 142

CE 351 Urban TransportationPlanningHistorical background and evolution ofcurrent procedures used in the “urbantransportation planning process.”Covered are the historical framework,urban development theories, land use,trip generation, trip distributionmodels, traffic assignment techniques,modal split and introduction to urbantransportation systems.3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

CE 352 Elements of TransportationDesignReview of urban transportationplanning process. Specific designelements of various highway andpublic transportation systems. Includedare locational design, traffic service,environmental impact analyses,alternatives evaluation, geometricdesign elements, operations andcapacity and level-of-service analysis.Also, selected topics in urbantransportation systems.3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor


CE 361 Civil EngineeringExperimental ProjectsExploratory experimental projects inmaterials, hydraulics, soils,environmental or other civilengineering specialties. Projects areconceived, designed and executed bygroups of students under facultysupervision.2 credits. Prerequisite: permission ofinstructor. (Students are required tohave taken introductory civilengineering subject(s) related to project)

CE 363 Civil Engineering Design IIndividual or group design projectsbased upon the interests of thestudents and with the approval of theinstructor. Final engineering reportsand formal oral presentations arerequired for all projects. Lectures byfaculty and professional practitionerscover the following topics: engineering,environmental and economic feasibilityassessment issues; preparation ofplans and specifications; costestimates; progress chart and criticalpath; interfacing with community, etc.Field visits to major New York Cityprojects under construction.3 credits. Prerequisite: permission ofinstructor. (Students are required tohave taken introductory CE subject(s))related to project)

CE 364 Civil Engineering Design IIContinuation of CE 363.3 credits. Prerequisite: CE 363

CE 369 Civil Engineering ProjectIndividual design, research orexperimental projects. Open only towell-qualified students.3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

CE/EID 390 Introduction toSustainable Design Sustainabledesign minimizes the impact on theenvironment by site planning and design,energy and water conservation andinterior environmental quality. Thiscourse will focus on the design of aprototype structure using sun, light, air,renewable materials, geologicalsystems, hydrological systems and greenroofing. Each student will develop aproject outlined by the U.S. GreenBuilding Council rating system known asLEED. The six areas that will bedeveloped to design the project are:sustainable sites, water efficiency,energy and atmosphere, material andresources, indoor environmental qualityand innovative design process. Classtime is separated into a series oflectures, private consultations andstudent presentations.3 credits. Prerequisite: ESC 140, CE122 or ME 100 and permission ofinstructor

GraduateCE 411 Introduction to CivilEngineering ManagementOverview of the civil engineeringprofession and the importance ofinfrastructure to society. The coursewill emphasize the planning, design,construction and maintenance of publicworks. New York City will serve asthe laboratory for field visits andcourse projects.3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

CE 412 Stochastic Concepts inCivil EngineeringIntroduction to probabilistic methodsand stochastic concepts in civilengineering. Elements of appliedprobability and statistics. Engineeringapplications involving economicdecisions under uncertainty. Realisticand common civil engineeringexamples and problems intransportation, structures, materials,soils and water resources.3 credits. Prerequisites: Ma 224 andMa 240

CE 414 Solid Waste ManagementEngineering aspects of solid wastecollection, transport and disposal,including sanitary landfill design,incineration, composting, recovery andre-utilization of resources. Optimizationtechniques of facility-siting andcollection route selection andeconomic evaluation of factorsaffecting selection of disposalmethods.3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

CE 421 Matrix Methods ofStructural AnalysisIn-depth treatment of matrix methods.Application to linear as well asnonlinear analysis of plane and spacestructures. Discussion of currenttechniques. Computer applications.3 credits. Prerequisites: CE 122 andMa 240

CE 422 Finite Element Methods(same as EID 422)Shape functions and generalizeddisplacements. Assemblage ofelements. Convergence criteria.Triangular, rectangular and quadrilateralelements in plane stress and planestrain. Isoparametric formulations.General solids. Hexahedral andtetrahedral elements. Flexure in plates.General shells. Natural coordinates.Computer programs.3 credits. Prerequisite: CE 122 orME 100

CE 424 Plates and ShellsDiscretized grid-work and grillageanalysis by matrix techniques.Development of the classical thin platetheory. Mathematical and numericalsolutions of the plate equation.Introduction to thin shell theory.Practical applications such ascylindrical shell roofs, spherical shellwith an edge ring and various cases ofshells of revolution.3 credits. Prerequisite: CE 122

CE 425/EID 425 StructuralDynamicsDynamic behavior and design ofstructures subjected to time-dependentloads. Included in the load systems areearthquakes, blasts, wind and vehicles.Shock spectra and pressure impulsecurves. Special applications in blastmitigation design.3 credits. Prerequisite: CE 122

CE 426 Advanced Structural DesignDiscussion of principal design codes(AISC, ACI and AASHTO) as they relateto ASCE Standards, the InternationalBuilding Code (IAC) and NYC Buildingcodes Advanced materials behavior.Strength and serviceability requirements.Design of composite girders and slabs.Limit state response and formation ofplastic hinges in steel and concretestructures. Structural upgrade and retro-fit of existing structures.3 credits. Prerequisite or corequisite:CE 341

CE 427 Behavior and Design ofPrestressed Concrete StructuresBehavior and design of prestressedmembers in flexure, shear, bond andtorsion; continuous beams; columns;prestressed systems; loss of prestress.Emphasis is placed on ultimatestrength design and the background oflatest ACI code.3 credits. Prerequisite: CE 341

CE 428 Plastic Analysis and DesignLimit analysis of beams and frames.Upper and lower bound theorems.Collapse loads and displacements.Applications to steel and concretestructures. Special applications in blastmitigation design.3 credits. Prerequisite: CE 341

CE 431 Advanced FoundationEngineeringAnalysis and design of foundationssubjected to vibratory loading, beamson elastic foundation (vertical subgrademodulus), laterally loaded piles (withsoftware applications), Wave EquationAnalysis of Piles (with softwareapplication of WEAP).3 credits. Prerequisites: CE 131 andpermission of instructor

CE 432 Special Topics inLateral Earth Pressure andRetaining StructuresAnalysis and design of cellularcofferdams, reinforced earth-retainingstructures, slurry walls and retainingstructures subjected to earthquakeloading, soil nailing.3 credits. Prerequisites: CE 131 andpermission of instructor

CE 433 Advanced Topics inGeotechnical Engineering IAnalysis of slopes using translatoryslides and available software packages(PCSTABL). Ground improvementtechnologies: including dynamiccompaction, grouting, ground freezingand reinforced earth technologies.3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

CE 434 Advanced Topics inGeotechnical Engineering IIStresses in homogeneous and layeredsystems due to surface and buriedloads. Development of flow networkconcepts and the Terzaghi one-dimensional consolidation theory,secondary consolidation, site pre-loading, sand drains and prefabricatedvertical drains.3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

CE 435 GeoEnvironmentalEngineering (same as EID 435)3 credits. Prerequisites: ESC 140,CE 141, CE 131 and permission ofinstructor

CE 437 Sustainability andEnvironmental Impact AssociationForty years ago, when the world didnot know the word sustainability, smartengineers were conductingenvironmental impact assessments ofalternative designs and projects inorder to select the post option forimplementation. This course evaluatesthe methodologies and problemsencountered and approaches to usingenvironmental impacts (which includesocio-economic impacts and beneficialimpacts) in order to achieve smarter,more sustainable designs anddevelopment. Case studies will bepresented and students will have towrite a term paper.3 credits. Prerequisite: permission ofinstructor


CE 440 Industrial WasteTreatment DesignIntegrated lecture and design periodsthat cover the sources of industrialwastewaters, their quantities andcharacteristics, and their treatabilityby physical, chemical and biologicalprocesses. Status of regulationsinvolving categorical standards, localand state industrial pretreatmentprograms, NPDES permits, etc.Problems and solutions involved incombining municipal and industrialwaste treatment. Case studies.3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

CE 441 Water and WastewaterTechnologyWastewater sources and estimates ofdomestic, commercial and industrialflows. Integrated lecture and designperiods that cover unit processes forwater and wastewater treatment.Design projects include hydraulic andprocess design of oxidation ponds,screening, grit removal, sedimentationtanks, secondary biological treatment,other physicochemical processes andoutfall design.3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

CE 442 Open Channel HydraulicsDerivation of the general one-dimensional equations of continuity,momentum and energy used in openchannel flow analysis. Steady uniformflow and boundary resistance. Steadynonuniform flows, channel transitionsand controls, hydraulic jumps, surges,surface curves for gradually varied flowincluding the effects of lateral inflow.Unsteady flow in open channels.Dynamic waves, method ofcharacteristics, surge formation.Kinematic waves, flood routing andoverland flow. Design of channels andother hydraulic structures.3 credits. Prerequisite: CE 142

CE 443 Groundwater HydrologyPhysical process of flow inhomogeneous and heterogeneousmedia. Development of governingequations and boundary conditions,analysis by analytical and numericaltechniques. Groundwater resources;design of wells and prediction ofyield. Analyses of transport ofcontaminants using deterministicand stochastic methods.3 credits. Prerequisite: CE 142

CE 444 HydrologyHydrology of the water cycle related toair mass movement, precipitations,evaporation, stream flow, floods,infiltration and groundwater includingstatistical hydrology. Design ofirrigation systems.3 credits. Prerequisite: CE 142

CE 445 Coastal EngineeringIntroduction of the hydrodynamicsof waves in deep and shallow waterEmphasis on physical interpretationof the results and their engineeringapplication. Wave refraction,diffraction, storm surges and statisticalaspects of water waves.3 credits. Prerequisite: CE 142

CE 446 Pollution Preventionor MinimizationIntroduction to the new concept andregulations in the U.S. and Canadaof Pollution Prevention or WasteMinimization for managing hazardouspollution and protecting theenvironment and public health.Methodology of conductingenvironmental audits and lessonslearned from successful pollutionprevention programs. Case studiesof various programs in industry, etc.3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

CE 447 Stream and EstuaryPollutionApplication of basic concepts of fluidkinetics and dynamics to the analysisof dispersal and decay of contaminantsintroduced into lakes, streams,estuaries and oceans. Analysis andmodeling of leachate and othercontaminants into groundwater.3 credits. Prerequisite: CE 142

CE 448 Environmental and SanitaryEngineering (same as EID 448)Topics include types of environmentalpollution and their effects; waterquality standards and introduction tolaboratory analyses of water qualityparameters; sources and estimatesof water and wastewater flows;physicochemical unit treatmentprocesses. Integrated lecture anddesign periods cover water supplynetwork, wastewater collection systemand water treatment design projects.3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

CE 449 Hazardous WasteManagementDefinition and characteristics ofhazardous wastes. Generation,transport, treatment, storage anddisposal of hazardous wastes.Leachate characteristics andmanagement. Treatment technologies.Monitoring and safety considerations.Obligations under ResourceConservation and Recovery Act (RCRA)and Comprehensive EnvironmentalResponse, Compensation and LiabilityAct (CERCLA). Field trips.3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

CE 450 Civil EngineeringConstructionPreparation of plans and specifications.The bidding and award process.Contractual relations between theowner and the contractor. Preparationof cost estimate for a competitively bidproject. Preparation of a progress chartand critical path. Sequencing variousjob elements. Engineering the actualconstruction. Management of labor.Interlacing with the community.Environmental requirements. Jobsafety. Changes and unanticipatedconditions. Contract disputes and theirresolutions.3 credits. Prerequisite: CE 341

CE 460 Innovations in UrbanInfrastructure DesignInnovations in the design, delivery,monitoring and rehabilitation of urbaninfrastructure. Recent advances inmethods and technologies such asremote sensing, visualization, dataacquisition systems, non-destructivetesting, data mining, geographicalinformation systems (GIS), and buildinginformation modeling (BIM). Emphasiswill be placed on applications relatingto real-world projects in large urbancenters in the United States and theworld.3 credits. Prerequisite: CE 121 or ME101

CE 470 Urban SecurityDesign of urban systems to protectagainst terrorism. Analysis of blastloads. Blast mitigation designconsiderations. Technology transfer:military/defense to civilian sector.Response spectra. Pressure-ImpulseCurves. Stand off distances. Blastmitigation measures for buildings,bridges and tunnels. Prevention ofprogressive collapse in tall buildings.Design of glazing. Retrofit upgradeof existing urban infrastructure.Proposed changes in New York CityBuilding Code to protect againstterrorism. Insurance issues forcommercial buildings.

3 credits. Prerequisites: CE 122 orME 101 and permission of instructor

CE 499 Thesis/ProjectMaster’s candidates are required toconduct, under the guidance of afaculty adviser, an originalinvestigation of a problem in civilengineering, individually or in a group,and to submit a written thesisdescribing the results of the work.6 credits for full year


ElectricalEngineering

Electricaland ComputerEngineering (ECE)

UndergraduateECE 101 Communication TheoryInformation theory: entropy,information, channel capacity, rate-distortion functions, theoretical limitsto data transmission and compression.Error control coding: block, cyclic andconvolutional codes, Viterbi algorithm.Baseband and bandpass signals, signalconstellations, noise and channelmodels. Analog and digital modulationformats (amplitude, phase andfrequency), MAP and ML receivers, ISIand equalization. Coherent and non-coherent detection, carrier recoveryand synchronization. Performance:computation of SNR, BER, power andbandwidth requirements. TDMA,FDMA, CDMA.3 credits. Prerequisites: Ma 224 andECE 111

ECE 103 Communication NetworksAnalysis and design of communicationnetworks. Network protocols,architecture, security, privacy, routingand congestion control, Internet, localarea networks, wireless networks,multimedia services. Physical layer,multiple access techniques, transportlayer. Introduction to probabilisticand stochastic analytic techniquesfor communication networks.Simulation techniques.3 credits. Prerequisites: ECE 150and Ma 224

ECE 110 MATLAB Seminar: Signals& SystemsA weekly hands-on, interactive seminarthat introduces students to MATLAB, ingeneral, and the Signal ProcessingToolbox in particular. Students explorescientific computation and scientificvisualization with MATLAB. Conceptsof signal processing and systemanalysis that are presented in ECE 111or other introductory courses on thesubject are reinforced through a varietyof demonstrations and exercises. It isstrongly encouraged for studentstaking a first course in signals andsystems, or for students expecting touse MATLAB in projects or courses.0 credits.

ECE 111 Signal Processing &Systems AnalysisA presentation of signals and systemsthat does not rely on prior knowledgeof electrical circuits or differentialequations. Sine waves, phasors,continuous-time and discrete-timesignals, sampling. Starting fromelementary discrete-time systems (FIRfilters), and moving on to more complexsystems (IIR digital filters and analogfilters), concepts such as impulseresponse, convolution, frequencyresponse, transfer functions (z-transform and Laplace transform) arepresented. Block and signal-flowdiagrams. Linearity, causality, time-invariance, stability. Feedback: open-loop and closed-loop gain. Transientresponse, poles and zeros. Vectorspaces of signals, Fourier analysis,modulated signals, random signals.Examples include speech and audiosignals, communication and controlsystems. Extensive use of MATLAB.3 credits. Prerequisite: Ma 113;corequisite: ECE 110

ECE 114 Digital Signal ProcessingReview of Laplace and z-transforms.Minimum-phase and all-pass functions.Multidimensional signals, systems andFourier analysis. Analog filter design,digital IIR and FIR filter design.Sampling, multirate systems and filterbanks, A/D and D/A converter models.Discrete-time state-space. Filterstructures, quantization effects anddesign to mitigate quantization effects.DFT and FFT. Spectral analysis ofdeterministic and random signals.Introduction to adaptive filters.Differential coding, transform coding.Speech, audio and video signals.Extensive use of MATLAB.3 credits. Prerequisites: Ma 240 andECE 111

ECE 121 Control SystemsBlock and signal-flow diagrams,Mason’s theorem. Laplace transform,frequency response, Bode plots, rootlocus, Routh-Hurwitz array. Analysis offeedback control systems: open-loopand closed-loop gain, Nichols chart,Nyquist diagram, gain and phasemargin. Continuous-time state-spaceanalysis, state-variable feedback,canonical forms, observability andcontrollability. Second-order models,transient and steady-stateperformance. Emphasis on analogsystems, although digital controlsystems will be discussed as timeallows. Extensive use of MATLAB.3 credits. Prerequisites: Ma 240 andECE 111

ECE 131 Solid-State MaterialsApplied solid-state physics withemphasis on semiconductor materials.Crystals, quantum mechanics,Schrodinger equation, energy bands,Fermi-Dirac statistics, Fermi levels.Semiconductor physics: electrons andholes, doping, diffusion and drift,generation-recombination, mobility.Physics of PN junction and BJT;depletion, carrier injection, minoritycarrier profiles, Ebers-Moll equations,junction capacitance, hybrid-pi model.Breakdown, metal-semiconductorcontacts, heterojunctions, fabricationtechniques, temperature effects andadditional topics as time allows.Diode circuits; DC analysis of BJTs inactive, saturated and cutoff modes;single transistor amplifiers and small-signal models.3 credits. Prerequisite: ECE 141

ECE 132 Electro-MechanicalEnergy ConversionAnalysis of energy sourcesand energy converters. Principles ofelectro-mechanical energy conversion;singly and multiply excited systems;rotating and linear machines; three-phase circuits; magnetic circuits andtransformers; torque and inducedvoltage from field considerations;synchronous machines; inductionmotors; DC machines. Introductionto power electronics. Applicationsincluding high-speed transportation,energy storage and interconnectionof distant generating stations.3 credits. Prerequisites: ESC 120 orECE 141 and Ph 213

ECE 135 EngineeringElectromagneticsThis course emphasizes time-varyingfields, with topics presented fromelectrostatics and magnetostatics asnecessary. Maxwell’s equations,constitutive relations, phasor vectorfields, wave and Helmholtz equations,potentials, boundary conditions. Planewaves in lossless and lossy materials,polarization, incidence. Transmissionlines: transient analysis, TDR, phasoranalysis, standing wave diagrams,Smith chart, impedance matching.Guided waves: TEM, TE and TMmodes, dispersion, evanescence,cavity resonators. Microwave networkanalysis and device characterizationwith scattering parameters. Antennas,antenna arrays and Fourier optics.Additional topics from microwavesand optics will be covered as timeallows. Students use a vector networkanalyzer to perform measurements athigh frequencies.4 credits. Prerequisites: Ma 223,Ph 213, ECE 140 and ECE 111

ECE 140 Circuit AnalysisCircuit components, dependent andindependent sources, Kirchhoff’s laws,loop and nodal analysis. Superposition,Thevenin and Norton equivalentcircuits, and other techniques forcircuit simplification. Time-domainanalysis of RLC circuits, initialconditions, transient response andsteady-state. Phasor analysis, complexpower. Ideal op-amps.3 credits. Prerequisite: Ma 113. Ma240 is a suggested corequisite

ECE 141 Electronics ISemiconductor physics: band theory,carrier distributions and transportmechanisms. PN-junctions, PN junctiondevices. Diode circuits. BJTs: currentrelationships, operating region. Biasingcircuits, DC Analysis; small-signalmodels, AC analysis. BJT amplifierconfigurations.3 credits. Prerequisite: ECE 140

ECE 142 Electronics IIMOS circuits: DC operation andanalysis. Single stage MOS amplifiers,circuit design, DC and small signalanalysis. Cascode amplifier. Currentmirrors, active loads. BJT and MOSdifferential amplifiers. Monolithicoperational amplifiers. Output stages.Frequency response. Introduction tofeedback theory, amplifier topologies.Circuit design and analysis aresupplemented with industry standardCAD software.3 credits. Prerequisites: ECE 141 andECE 111

ECE 150 Digital Logic DesignTheoretical and practical issuesconcerning design with combinationaland sequential logic circuits, andprogrammable logic devices. Numbersystems, Boolean algebra,representation and simplification ofBoolean functions, universal logicfamilies. Finite-state machines, statetables and state diagrams, flip-flops,counters, registers. Adders, decoders,comparators, multiplexers, memoriesand applications. Programmable devices:PLA, PLD, etc. Principles of analogcircuits are presented in the context ofreal world problems, such as “glitches,”power and ground bounce, contactbounce, tri-state logic and businterfacing, timing circuits, asynchronousversus synchronous circuit components.Characterization of electronic and logicalproperties of digital circuits. Course workinvolves individual and team projects inwhich: digital circuits are designed andprototypes are constructed and tested onbreadboards; designs involvingprogrammable logic devices aredeveloped using CAD tools. The projects,approximately 50 percent of the coursegrade, are used to assess technical


writing, oral presentation, teamwork andproject management skills.3 credits. Prerequisites: none.Non-refundable materials fee: $40

ECE 151 Computer ArchitectureBasic structure of computers based onthe von Neumann model. Generic one-bus, two-bus and three-busarchitectures. Stack based design.Tri-state logic and interfacing to a bus.Aspects of bus timing and maximumrunning speeds. Instruction sets: 1,11⁄2, 2, 3 and more operandinstructions. Operand addressingmodes including case studies.Computer subsystems: (a) memory:dynamic and static RAM, refreshcycles, asynchronous data transfers;(b) I/O: interrupts vs. polling, ISRs andprogram controlled I/O. The controlunit: microprogramming vs. hardwiredcontrollers. Horizontal vs. verticalmicroinstructions. The execution ofa program; instruction fetch andexecution sequences; PC, IR and otherspecial registers. Computer peripheralsand secondary storage. Course workinvolves the building of advanceddigital circuits using VLSIprogrammable chips provided in a kitof parts. Introduction to parallel andpipelined architectures3 credits. Prerequisite: ECE 150.Non-refundable materials fee: $40

ECE 161 Programming LanguagesPractical programming languagesincluding C, C++ and Java; optionallyPerl or additional languages. Memory,strings, pointers and arrays. Structuresand linked lists. Static memory, thestack and the heap. Activation recordsand function calls. Structuredprogramming. Recursion. Objectoriented programming. C++ strings,vectors and maps. Creating classes:data members, member functions,constructors and destructors.Encapsulation and information hiding.Derived classes, inheritance andpolymorphism. Operator overloading.An overview of Java.3 credits. Prerequisite: CS 102

ECE 164 Data Structures &Algorithms IAn introduction to fundamental datastructures and algorithms, with anemphasis on practical implementationissues and good programmingmethodology. Topics include lists,stacks, queues, trees, hash tables andsorting algorithms. Also an introductionto analysis of algorithms withbig-O notation. Assignments includeprogramming projects andproblem sets.2 credits. Prerequisite: ECE 161ECE 165 Data Structures &

Algorithms IIA continuation of ECE 164, also with anemphasis on practical implementationissues and good programmingmethodology. Topics include graphs,graph-related algorithms and dynamicprogramming techniques. Also anintroduction to some advanced topicssuch as Turing machines, computabilityand NP-complete systems.Assignments include programmingprojects and problem sets.2 credits. Prerequisite: ECE 164

ECE 193 Electrical & ComputerEngineering Projects IAn introduction to laboratorytechniques for electrical and computerengineering. Electronic test equipmentincluding: DVM, oscilloscope, curvetracer, spectrum analyzer. Circuitanalysis and design, discrete andintegrated electronic components andcircuits. Several projects of limitedscope provide an understanding of thefundamental building blockedemployed in the more advanceddesigns in successive projects courses.Students give weekly oralpresentations and demonstratelaboratory proficiency through in-classdemonstrations and concise, formaltechnical reports.11⁄2 credits. Prerequisites: ECE 111,ECE 141 and ECE 150. Non-refundablematerials fee: $40

ECE 194 Electrical & ComputerEngineering Projects IIPrinciples learned in ECE 193 areapplied to the design, construction andcharacterization of electrical andcomputer engineering projects ofsignificant complexity. Assignmentstypically involve both analog anddigital design, and students are free topursue any solution that satisfies theengineering requirements and meetswith the instructor’s approval. Formaland informal lectures are given onsafety, circuit operation and design,and construction techniques;participation in design reviews andtechnical reports.4 credits. Prerequisite: ECE 193.Non-refundable materials fee: $40

ECE 195 Electrical & ComputerEngineering Projects IIIECE 195 and ECE 196 constitute theyear-long senior design project.Students work in small groups onprojects chosen with the advice andconsent of the faculty adviser. Projectsmay be oriented towards research orproduct development, and may be inany area of electrical and computerengineering, such as in: computerengineering, signal processing(imaging, sensor arrays, multimedia),

telecommunications, computernetworks, microwaves, optics,advanced electronics, VLSI chip design,or an interdisciplinary area such asrobotics or bioengineering. Studentsperform all aspects of projectmanagement, such as scheduling,budgeting, system design anddeveloping milestones, as well astechnical work including hardwareand software implementation, testingand performance evaluation. Studentsalso give several spontaneous andrehearsed oral presentationsand prepare written reports. Studentsattend weekly lectures covering: social,economic, legal and ethical issues;safety and laboratory practice; designmethodologies; technical writing;preparation of multimediapresentations and tailoringpresentations to target audiences.3 credits. Prerequisite: ECE 194.Non-refundable materials fee: $40

ECE 196 Electrical & ComputerEngineering Projects IVThis course concludes the seniorproject begun in ECE 195. Studentssubmit two complete theses, one inshort form and the other in long form,and give at least two presentations,one short and one long. The initial goalis to a achieve a functioning system.Afterwards, students undertake thecompletion of the prototyping cycle,which may involve improving the circuitimplementation (such as by employingPCBs populated with surface mountchips), adding a user-friendly interface,obtaining precise performanceevaluations, or developingdemonstrations and a user’s manual.Advanced students are stronglyencouraged to complete their projectearly and commence a master’s thesis.3 credits. Prerequisite: ECE 195.Non-refundable materials fee: $40

ECE 301 Communication SystemsDesignTopics in the design of large scalecommunication systems. Qualityof service, system performancecalculations, channel capacityand traffic models, scalability.Measurement and simulationtechniques. Noise, interference,system noise figure, front-end design,power budgets. Communicationelectronics. Baseband DSP, IF andRF subsystems. Standards, evolutionof technology, product roadmapping.Case studies.3 credits. Prerequisites: ECE 101and ECE 135

ECE 302 Probability Models &Stochastic ProcessesTopics in probability, random variablesand stochastic processes applied tothe fields of electrical and computerengineering. Probability, events,random variables, expectation,moments, characteristic functions,conditional probability and expectation.Functions of random variables, randomvectors, Gausian random vectors,Poisson points. Bounding and limittheorems. Relations among importantdistributions and probability models.Stochastic processes: stationarity,ergodicity, Brownian motion, Markovprocesses. Deterministic systems withstochastic inputs, correlation andpower spectral density, ARMA models.Hilbert space and applications:orthogonality principle, discreteWiener and Kalman filters, linearprediction, lattice filters.3 credits. Prerequisites: Ma 224and ECE 101 or ECE 114 or permissionof instructor

ECE 305 Computer SecurityThis course covers attack and defenseperspectives of applied informationsecurity. Topics will include networkedand embedded applications, accesscontrols systems and their failuremodes, privilege escalation, casestudies and some applied cryptography.Safe practices and OS flaw mitigationwill be reinforced through security-sensitive programming projects. Coursework will include penetration testing,code auditing and independentprogramming projects usingprofessional auditing frameworks.3 credits. Prerequisite: CS 102

ECE 309 Introduction toCryptographySelected topics in theoretical andapplied cryptography, with anemphasis on “provably secure”systems. One-Time Pads and security inthe Shannon sense, cryptographic hashfunctions, password schemes, basicnumber theory, hardcore bits, pseudo-random number generators andproperties of pseudo-randomness(computational indistinguishability),block and stream ciphers, public keycryptography, message authenticationand digital signatures. Real worldexamples including S/Key, DES, RSA,Diffie-Hellman. Students will have thechoice to either program animplementation for a crypto-systemor write a research paper.3 credits. Prerequisites: Ma 111and Ma 224


ECE 311 Modern DSP HardwareAdvanced modern digital signalprocessors—algorithm design andimplementation for parallel andreconfigurable hardware platforms.Systems to be studied include FPGAs,multi-core processors, GPUs. HDL,validation and performance evaluation.A wide variety of target applicationswill be considered, selected accordingto student and instructor interest.3 credits. Prerequisites: ECE 114 andECE 151

ECE 313 Music & EngineeringSpectral representation and analysis ofmusic. Analog and digital musicsignals, instruments and synthesizers,analog circuits and digital processing.Description of musical quality andperception, introduction to acoustics,stereo and special effects. Computerinterfacing with MIDI and laboratoryexperiments.3 credits. Prerequisites: ECE 111 andECE 150

ECE 314 Audio EngineeringProjectsAn introduction to design,implementation, fabrication andmodification of musical and audioelectronics and hardware in alaboratory environment. Projects willinclude analog and digital signalprocessing for audio signals, withfocus on implementation of real-timealgorithms in hardware. Additionalprojects will include design andimplementation of electro-mechanicalsystems and transducers for audioinput / output / display. Formal andinformal lectures will include examplesdrawn from standard implementations,safety concerns, audio specific designand construction techniques;participation in oral presentations andtechnical reports will be required.3 credits. Prerequisites: ECE 141 andECE 151, or ME 151 and ME 153

ECE 321 Control Systems DesignControl system design using Bodeplots, Nichols chart, root locus. Designby pole placement, Ackermann’sformula, state-variable feedback.Cascade compensation, minor-loopfeedback. Controller and estimatordesign, regulator systems, systemswith a reference input. Introduction todigital control: hybrid analog-digitalcontrol systems, sampled-datasystems, digital extensions of Bodeplots and root locus, Ragazzini’smethod. Extensive use of MATLAB.3 credits. Prerequisite: ECE 121

ECE 323 Embedded System DesignHardware and software design forembedded systems. SBC andmicrocontroller architectures, A/D andD/A conversion, signal conditioning,interfacing and controlling electronicand electro-mechanical systems.Assembly language and high-levellanguage programming, efficient use ofcomputational and physical resources,considerations for speed androbustness, debugging methods, use ofsimulators and in-circuit emulators.The course is project-based, andstudents are required to design andconstruct an embedded system.3 credits. Prerequisites: ECE 121 andECE 151

ECE 341 Integrated CircuitEngineeringFeedback theory, frequencycompensation. Integrated circuitfabrication and technology. Devicemodeling, thermal effects. VLSI CADdesign tools. Circuit layout, extractionand simulation. Design and analysis ofmultistage MOS operational amplifiers,OTA architectures. Nonlinear circuits,comparators. Analog switches. Digitalphase-locked loops. Sample and holdcircuits. Data converter architectures.Switched capacitor circuits. Bandgapreference circuits. MOST digital circuitdesign and layout, hierarchicalapproaches. Final design project is amixed analog/digital circuit (e.g., FlashA/D converter, phase-locked loop),which is sent for fabrication.3 credits. Prerequisite: ECE 142

ECE 343 Bio-instrumentationand SensingThe basic human vital signs and somerelated elementary physiology viewedfrom an engineering standpoint withspecial emphasis placed upon currentelectronic measurement methods.Electrocardiographic andelectromyographic signals. Safetyproblems related to electrical isolation.Guarded, fully isolated, modulatedcarrier operational amplifiers andmicrovolt-level amplification. Solid-state“grain of wheat” pressure sensors,microelectrodes, thermal probes,ultrasonic transducers and otherbiosignal sensors. Course work includesinstrumentation and sensing projects.3 credits. Prerequisites: ECE 114 andECE 142

ECE 357 Computer OperatingSystemsTheory and implementation of moderncomputer operating systems. Message-based and multiprocessor kernels.Networking and interprocesscommunication. Security, auditing andauthentication. Device drivers,interrupt handling, task switching,virtual memory, memory management,scheduling, synchronization andlocking. File systems, resourceallocation and management. Real-time,fault-tolerant and high securityoperating systems. User environmentand interface issues. Projects inoperating system design andprogramming, case studies.3 credits. Prerequisites: ECE 151 andECE 161

ECE 361 Software Engineering &Large Systems DesignThis course teaches about thedevelopment stages of large, robust,expandable software systemsdeveloped as part of a team. Topicsinclude project management, capturingrequirements, system design, UML,program design, testing, delivery andmaintenance. The class will develop alarge project as a team using Javathroughout the semester. Tools,libraries and techniques necessary forthe project will be covered in class,e.g., Eclipse, Javadoc, XML, SOAP,servlets, threads and processes,Swing, JUnit, mySQL, JDBC, etc. Thespecific resources might change fromsemester to semester.3 credits. Prerequisite: ECE 165

ECE 391 Research ProblemAn elective course open to qualifiedupper division students. Students mayapproach an EE faculty member andapply to carry out research on problemsof mutual interest in theoretical orapplied electrical and computerengineering. Student performs creativework with faculty guidance.3 credits. Prerequisite: Instructorapproval

ECE 392 Research Problem II(continuation of ECE 391)3 credits. Prerequisite: instructorapproval

ECE 399 Selected Topics inElectrical & Computer EngineeringSubjects may include seminars ontopics related to advances intechnology, current research areas.Also individual research, design anddevelopment or study of subjects inelectrical and computer engineering.1-3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

Electricaland ComputerEngineering (ECE)

GraduateECE 401 Selected Topicsin Communication TheoryAdvanced topics in communicationsengineering, selected according tostudent and instructor interest.3 credits. Prerequisites: ECE 101 andpermission of instructor

ECE 402 Selected Topicsin Probability & StochasticProcessesAdvanced topics in applied probabilityor stochastic processes. Possible areasof study include: Markov processes,queuing theory, information theory,stochastic systems, financialengineering.1-3 credits. Prerequisite: ECE 302 orpermission of instructor

ECE 403 Advanced CommunicationNetworksA continuation of topics from ECE 103.Technical readings, case studies, andresearch in network architectures andprotocols. Related topics such asdistributed computing and ad hoc sensornetworks may be covered as well. Topicsfrom probability, stochastic processesand graph theory are presented asneeded for the analysis and simulationof communication networks.3 credits. Prerequisite: ECE 103

ECE 405 Advanced DigitalCommunicationsAdvanced digital modulation includingformats with memory, continuous-phase and constant-envelope schemes.Performance analysis for AWGNand other channels. Multitone andmulticarrier communications. Spreadspectrum with applications to multipleaccess schemes and securecommunications. CDMA: PN sequencegeneration and properties, multi-user detection. Additional topics astime permits.3 credits. Prerequisites: ECE 101 andECE 302


ECE 406 Applied Monte CarloMethodsApplication of Monte Carlo methods tointerdisciplinary areas of science andengineering. Application areas include(but not limited to) electromagnetics,device modeling, circuit analysis, heattransfer, biomedical engineering andfinancial engineering. Course workincludes programming projects(MATLAB, C or another language ofchoice).3 credits. Prerequisites: Ma 240 andprior exposure to engineeringapplications of ordinary or partialdifferential equations

ECE 407 Wireless System DesignHands-on exposure to the design andimplementation of modern digitalcommunication systems usingsoftware-defined radio (SDR)technology. The prototyping and real-time experimentation of these systemsvia SDR will enable greater flexibilityin the assessment of design trade-offsas well as the illustration of “realworld” operational behavior.Laboratory modules for performancecomparisons with quantitativeanalytical techniques will be conductedin order to reinforce digitalcommunication system designconcepts. A large course projectconsisting of original research will berequired. Course topics include SDRarchitectures and implementations,digital signaling and data transmissionanalysis in noise, digital receiverstructures (matched filtering,correlation), multicarriercommunication techniques, radiofrequency spectrum sensing andidentification (energy detection,matched filtering), and fundamentals ofradio resource management.3 credits. Prerequisites: ECE 114 andECE 101

ECE 408 Wireless CommunicationsSurvey of cellular mobile radio systemsand formats, including market trendsand technological advances. Theemphasis is on CDMA and 3G systems,and emerging schemes such as WiFinetworks, although TDMA systems willbe discussed as well. Propagation andmultipath fading channel models andsimulation. Cellular system capacity,traffic models, multiple-accesstechniques, handoff and power controlalgorithms. Modulation formats,detection schemes and performance.Mitigating fading: pulse shaping, DFE,MLSE (Viterbi). DSP algorithms forbaseband processing.3 credits. Prerequisite: ECE 101

ECE 410 Radar & Sensor ArrayProcessingTerminology and system overview formodern radar and sensor arraysystems; antenna parameters; radarsignals and waveforms; Dopplerprocessing; detection; syntheticaperture imaging (SAR); beamformingand space-time array processing(STAP); adaptive methods; additionaltopics may be covered according tostudent and instructor interest.Computer simulations and readings inthe technical literature.3 credits. Prerequisites: ECE 101 andECE 114

ECE 411 Selected Topics in SignalProcessingAdvanced topics in signal processingselected according to student andinstructor interest.3 credits. Prerequisites: ECE 114 andpermission of instructor

ECE 414 Machine LearningMachine learning of structuralrelationships among variables fromempirical data. Decision theory,Bayesian methods. Classification:naïve Bayes, linear discriminantanalysis, support vector machines(SVM), boosting. Regression: least-squares, regularization methods,logistic regression. Clustering using k-means and EM algorithms. Modelselection: bias-variance tradeoff, cross-validation, over-fitting. Featureselection and dimensionality reductionmethods including PCA, ICA, MDS.Kernel methods. Other topics may becovered as time permits.3 credits. Prerequisities: Ma 224 andECE 114

ECE 415 Wavelets andMultiresolution Imaging(same as MA 415)Wavelets and multiresolution signalprocessing with an emphasis on 2Dand 3D cases. STFT, wavelet analysis,wavelet packets, DWT. Multirate filterbanks, PR and paraunitary conditions,multidimensional filters,multidimensional sampling lattices.Bases, frames and sparserepresentations. Image and videoapplications such as: compression,noise reduction, tomography and otherinverse problems, hyperspectralimaging, compressive sensing. Coursework includes MATLAB projects andreadings in the technical literature.3 credits. Prerequisites: ECE 114 andMA 326 or permission of instructor

ECE 416 Adaptive FiltersStatistical signal processing theory:discrete-time Wiener and Kalmanfilters, linear prediction, steepestdescent and stochastic gradient. LMS,normalized LMS, LS, RLS, QR-RLS,order-recursive algorithms.Applications include equalization,noise cancellation, systemidentification, sensor array processing.Numerical linear algebra:eigenanalysis, SVD, matrixfactorizations. Transversal filters,lattice filters, systolic arrays.Performance: convergence, learningcurves, misadjustment, tracking innonstationary environments. Additionaltopics such as adaptive IIR filters,neural networks and quantizationeffects may be covered as time allows.Extensive use of MATLAB.3 credits. Prerequisite: ECE 114 orpermission of instructor

ECE 417 Design for Custom DSPHardwareDesign of programmable and customdigital signal processors, andrealization of DSP algorithms inspecialized architectures. Features ofprogrammable DSPs such as data-stationary and time-stationary coding,MAC and ACS ALUs, circular buffers.Very Long Instruction Word (VLIW)processors. Applications of graphtheory and passivity theory to map DSPalgorithms to custom structures: SFGs,DFGs, retiming, folding and unfolding,lattice and orthogonal filters,scheduling and allocation, systolicarchitectures. Optimization withrespect to number of hardware units,speed (sample period and latency),VLSI area, power consumption andperformance (quantization effects).Special CAD tools and languages forrapid prototyping. Case studies andprogramming exercises.3 credits. Prerequisites: ECE 114 andECE 151

ECE 418 Digital VideoDigital video coding, compression,processing and communications. Targetapplications from low bit-rate, lowquality to high bit-rate, high quality.Two- and three-dimensional sampling,color spaces, motion representation.Motion estimation: optical flow, block-matching; constrained optimization:Bayesian methods, simulatedannealing, Gibbs random fields.Mathematical basis for compressionstandards such as JPEG and MPEG,and digital television including HDTV.Rate-distortion based compression foroptimal bit allocation via dynamicprogramming (Viterbi algorithm).Scalability in multimedia systems.3 credits. Prerequisite: ECE 114

ECE 419 Signals and SecurityApplications of digital signalprocessing to security, includingbiometrics and watermarking. Topics instatistical signal processing, imageprocessing, pattern recognition andcomputer security are presented as thebasis for algorithmic methods andsecure system design. Overview ofvarious biometric modalities, includingfingerprint, voice and face; biometricfusion and system performance.Watermarking: insertion of informationinto digital signals (e.g., documents,music, video) for identification orsecurity purposes. Course workincludes readings in technicalliterature.3 credits. Prerequisite: ECE 114

ECE 421 Advanced ControlSystem DesignDesign of control systems using two-degrees of freedom and PIDcompensators. Ackermann’s formula,H-infinity control theory andapplications. Analysis and design fornonlinear systems using describingfunction, state-variables, Lyapunov’sstability criterion and Popov’s method.Introduction to optimal control theory(dynamic programming). Designproblems and extensive use of MATLAB.3 credits. Prerequisites: ECE 114 andECE 121

ECE 422 Selected Topics inEmbedded SystemsA project oriented interdisciplinarycourse, where students design andconstruct embedded systems forparticular applications. Aspects ofmechanics, robotics, process control,bioengineering, communications,electronics, motors and motor drivers,sensors, actuators, signal conditioners,interfaces, computer hardware andcomputer programming. Problemsencountered in real systems including:interrupts, timing, grounding, thermaland noise effects, documentation,reliability.3 credits. Prerequisite: ECE 323

ECE 425 Digital Control SystemsBasic components of digitallycontrolled dynamic systems. Samplingand reconstruction: the ideal sampler,zero and higher order hold elements.The pulse transfer function and the z-transfer function description ofdynamic systems. Stability criterionand analysis by the Nyquist, root locusand Bode methods. The modifiedRouth-Hurwitz and Jury stabilitycriteria. The state-variable approach:state equations of dynamic systemswith sample and hold devices, stateequations of systems with all-digitalelements. Digital simulation andapproximation. Controllability,


observability and stability. State andoutput feedback, state observers andthe separation principle. Digital controlsystem design by state feedback.3 credits. Prerequisite: ECE 121

ECE 431 Microwave EngineeringPassive circuits, open-boundarywaveguides, perturbation theory,coupled modes, waveguide junctions,microstrip. Two- and three-terminaldevices; varactor diodes, Gunn diodes;IMPATT and MESFET technology.Design of RF amplifiers and phase-shifters. Computer-aided simulationand design.3 credits. Prerequisite: ECE 135

ECE 433 Optical CommunicationsDevices & SystemsPIN, avalanche and Schottkyphotodiodes; risetime, noise, amplifierrequirements. Semiconductor opticaldevices: radiative and non-radiativerecombination, quaternarysemiconductors, heterojunctions,quantum wells, bandwidthminimization, lasers, distributedfeedback, vertical cavity structures.Internal and external modulation,electro-optic modulators, Stark effect.Optical fibers: mode structure,attenuation, dispersion, PM fibers,WDM. System architecture, analog/digital communications, terabit datalinks. Solitons.3 credits. Prerequisites: ECE 142 andECE 135

ECE 434 BioelectricityElectrical behavior of cellularmembranes. Ion transport,electrochemical equilibrium,applications of circuit and cable theory,Hodgkin-Huxley model, resting andaction potentials. Generation andpropagation of signals within thenervous system and the heart. Casestudies and consideration of topics ofcurrent research interest, such as:developmental biology, regenerativemedicine, neural prostheses, tissueengineering.3 credits. Prerequisites: ECE 141 orESC 120, PH 213

ECE 441 Digital Integrated CircuitEngineeringDesign of static and dynamic CMOScombinational logic gates, layout andsimulation. Standard cell construction.Sequential logic systems—registers,latches, clocks. Design of arithmeticbuilding blocks, ALU, multipliers.Memory circuits and organization.FPGAs. System design—hardwaredescription languages, floorplanning,system architecture. A majorcomponent of the course is the designand fabrication of an ASIC using avariety of VLSI CAD tools.3 credits. Prerequisite: ECE 341

ECE 442 Communication ElectronicsCircuit design for advancedcommunications applications. Design ofhigh-frequency amplifiers, oscillatorsand mixers using large signal analysis.Effects of noise and non-linearities areexamined from the diode and transistorlevel to board level. Communicationsubsystems of interest include phaselocked loops, modulators anddemodulators (AM, PM FM), and signalprocessors for multiple access systems(TDMA, FDMA, CDMA). Course workincludes computer-aided simulationand design projects.3 credits. Prerequisites: ECE 101,ECE 135 and ECE 142

ECE 443 Thin-Film ElectronicsProperties of polycrystalline,amorphous, liquid and organicsemiconductors. Methods ofdeposition: vacuum and nonvacuumtechniques, epitaxial and nonepitaxialgrowth. Assessment of thin filmsemiconductors: structural, optical,electrical. Thin film semiconductordevices: transistors, displays,photovoltaics, flexible conductors.Optical coatings and architecturalapplications. Thin film superconductors:metallic, allow and high Tc, fabricationand assessment. Superconductingdevices: Cooper pairs, Josephsonjunctions, SQUIDS, Josephsoncomputers.3 credits. Prerequisite: ECE 142

ECE 445 Design with OperationalAmplifiersAnalysis and design of operationalamplifier circuits with variousapplications, including amplifiers,filters, comparators, signal generators,D/A and A/D converters and phase-locked loops. Introduction to issuessuch as static and dynamic limitations,noise and stability. Use of industrystandard CAD software.3 credits. Prerequisite: ECE 142

ECE 446 Low-Voltage, Low-PowerElectronic Circuit DesignThe physics and modeling of submicronMOS transistors for analog and digitalcircuit design. Circuit techniques forthe design of low-power, low-voltagedigital combinatorial logic, multipliers,memory and system design. Circuittechniques for the low-power, low-voltage analog circuits including thedesign of low-voltage constant g_mdifferential amplifiers. The use ofswitched capacitor circuits for analogsignal processing. The course willculminate with the design andsimulation of a low-voltage low-powermixed signal circuit.3 credits. Prerequisites: ECE 142,ECE 341 or permission of instructor

ECE 453 Advanced ComputerArchitectureThis course studies modern, advancedtechniques used to design and producecurrent, state-of-the-art computerarchitectures. Technology, performanceand price. The quantitative principleand Amdahl’s law. Instruction sets;addressing modes, operands andopcodes; encoding instruction sets.RISC versus CISC architectures; MIPS.Pipelining; the classic five-stagepipeline, hazards, exceptions, floatingpoint operations. Advanced pipeliningtechniques: dynamic scheduling,branch prediction. Multiple issue,speculation. Limits of parallelism.Compiler support for parallelism, VLIW.Caches. Examination of modernprocessors.3 credits. Prerequisite: ECE 151

ECE 457 Selected Topics inOperating SystemsAdvanced topics in computer operatingsystems selected according to studentand instructor interest.3 credits. Prerequisites: ECE 357 andpermission of instructor

ECE 460 Selected Topics inComputer EngineeringAdvanced topics in computer hardwareor software engineering selectedaccording to student and instructorinterest. Prerequisites will depend onthe topics to be covered.3 credits. Prerequisite: permission ofinstructor

ECE 461 Advanced ProgrammingMethodsThis course addresses the need forengineers to craft algorithmic solutionsto problems of ever-increasingcomplexity. The curriculum includesconsideration of the man-machineinterface, real-time control, remotesensing and computing in a distributedenvironment. Software fault toleranceand reliability and unbreakabledatabase transactions. Computernetwork security and networkreliability, safety of data throughauthentication and encryption.Engineering trade-offs betweenefficiency and portability and designfor maintenance.3 credits. Prerequisites: ECE 151 andECE 165

ECE 462 Interactive EngineeringGraphicsGraphical primitives, windows, clippingand viewports. Two- and three-dimensional geometric transformationsand translations; rotation, pan andzoom. Hidden line and surface removal.Region filling and shading. Thearchitecture of high performancegraphical engines. Representinglighting, shading and textures.Rendering. Rotation. GUIs. Animation.Course work includes design projects.3 credits. Prerequisites: ECE 151 andECE 165

ECE 464 DatabasesEngineering and design of databases.Topics to be covered may include: datamodels, database and scheme design;schema normalization and integrityconstraints; query processing andoptimization; distributed and paralleldatabases; SQL and XML.3 credits. Prerequisite: ECE 165

ECE 466 CompilersThe theory, design and implementationof a practical compiler. Finiteautomata, LL and LR parsing, attributegrammars, syntax-directed translation,symbol tables and scopes, typesystems and representations, abstractsyntax trees, intermediaterepresentation, basic blocks, data andcontrol flow optimizations, assemblylanguage generation including registerand instruction selection. Studentsapply tools such as Flex and Bison towriting a functional compiler for asubset of a real programming languagesuch as C.3 credits. Prerequisites: ECE 151 andECE 165

ECE 467 Natural LanguageProcessingThis course focuses on computationalapplications involving the processingof written or spoken human languages.Content may vary from year to year.Theoretical subtopics will likely includeword statistics, formal and naturallanguage grammars, computationallinguistics, hidden Markov models, andvarious machine learning methods.Applications covered will likely includeinformation retrieval, informationextraction, text categorization,question answering, summarization,machine translation and speechrecognition. Course work includesprogramming projects and tests.3 credits. Prerequisite: ECE 165


ECE 468 Computer VisionVisual perception and imaging geometry.Pixels, pixel neighborhoods and pixelconnectivity. Image transforms: Fourier,Hadamard, Walsh, Discrete Cosine,Haar, Slant and others. Techniques forimage manipulation and enhancementin both the frequency and spatialdomains. Histogram equalization, imagesubtraction and local averaging.Filtering, homomorphic methods.Color models and use of monochrometechniques on RGB channels. Imagerestoration: camera movementcancellation, scratch removal. Imagecompression techniques, lossy andlossless. Image segmentation, edgedetection, edge linking, boundarydetection; region growing, splitting andmerging. Image representation as ahierarchical collection of objects, chaincodes, Fourier descriptors. Objectrecognition, signatures.3 credits. Prerequisites: ECE 111,ECE 151 and ECE 161

ECE 469 Artificial IntelligenceThis course covers many subtopicsof AI, focusing on a few importantsubtopics in detail. The “intelligentagent” approach is explained andforms a foundation for the rest of thecourse. Intelligent search: uninformedsearch, depth-first search, breadth-firstsearch, iterative deepening; informedsearch, best-first search, A*,heuristics, hill climbing; constraintsatisfaction problems; intelligent gameplaying, minimax search, alpha-betapruning. Machine learning: probability,Bayesian learning; decision trees;statistical machine learning, neuralnetworks, Naive Bayes, k-nearestneighbors, support vector machines.Natural language processing: syntax,semantics and pragmatics; real-worldknowledge; parsing; statistical NLP.Philosophy of AI: AI and consciousness,the Turing test, the Chinese roomexperiment. Coursework includes twolarge individual programming projects.3 credits. Prerequisite: ECE 165

ECE 491 Selected Topics inElectrical & Computer EngineeringSubjects may include study in electricaland computer engineering, or seminarson topics related to advances intechnology, This course may not beused to expand the number of creditsof thesis, or cover material related tothe thesis.1-3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

ECE 499 Thesis/ProjectMaster’s candidates are required toconduct, under the guidance of a facultyadviser, an original individualinvestigation of a problem in electricaland computer engineering and tosubmit a written thesis describing theresults of the work.6 credits over 1 year

MechanicalEngineeringCourses

UndergraduateME 100 Stress and AppliedElasticityThree-dimensional theory of elasticity;state of stress, state of strain, elasticstress-strain relations. Applicationsinclude elementary three-dimensionalproblems, plane stress and planestrain, Saint Venant’s long cylinder,beams and plates. Computer-aideddesign projects.3 credits. Prerequisite: ESC 101

ME 101 Mechanical VibrationsMechanical systems with single andmultiple degrees of freedom;longitudinal, torsional and lateralvibrations; free and forced oscillations;vibration testing, dynamic stability,vibration isolation, design criteria.Computer-aided design assignments.3 credits. Prerequisites: ESC 101 andMa 240

ME 105 Drawing and Sketching forEngineers (same as EID 105)

ME 116 Musical Instrument Design(same as EID 116)Theory and use of musical scales,including just intonation and equaltemperament systems. Musicalharmony and basic ear training. Humanhearing and the subjective measures ofsound: pitch, loudness and timbre.Acoustic analysis of design andoperating principles of traditionalinstruments, including members of thepercussion, string and wind families.Prototyping and testing of originalmusical instrument concepts.3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

ME 120 Design ElementsApplication of the principles ofmechanics to the design of basicmachine elements; study ofcomponents subjected to static, impactand fatigue loading; influence of stressconcentration; deflection of staticallydeterminate and indeterminatestructures by the energy method.Design projects apply basic criteria tothe design of shafts, springs, screwsand various frictional elements; designprojects make use of computer,experimental and modeling techniques.3 credits. Prerequisite: ME 100

ME 130 AdvancedThermodynamicsEquations of state; properties of puresubstances; ideal and real gas and gas-vapor mixture properties, fundamentalprocess and cycle analysis of ideal andreal systems; modern gas and vaporpower cycles and refrigeration cycles.Computer applications to problemsolving.3 credits. Prerequisite: ESC 130

ME 131 Energetics (same asEID 131)Current and near-term energy sources,including coal, oil, natural gas, nuclearfission, hydroelectric, oil shale andrefuse. Description of contemporarymethods of energy conversion includingconventional utility power plants andnuclear power plants. Introduction todirect energy conversion; magneto-hydrodynamics, fuel cells, thermionicand thermoelectric. Design of thethermodynamic operation of a steampower plant.3 credits. Prerequisite: ESC 130

ME 133 Air-Conditioning, Heatingand Refrigeration (same asEID 133)Introduction to air-conditioning, heatingand refrigeration, with emphasis onapplication of thermodynamics, fluiddynamics, mass transfer and heattransfer; psychometrics, cycles, loadcalculation, component and systemperformance; absorption, refrigeration,heat pumps, solar heating and cooling.3 credits. Prerequisites: ESC 130 andESC 140

ME 140 Gas DynamicsIntegral form of the conservationequations; one-dimensionalcompressible flows, includingisentropic flow, isothermal flow, flowwith friction, flow with heat transferand normal and oblique shock waves;generalized one-dimensional flow.Computer applications and a semester-long design project.3 credits. Prerequisites: ME 130 andESC 140

ME 141 Fundamentals ofAerodynamicsStudy of incompressible potential flowaround bodies of aerodynamic interest,by the use of equations of motion,method of singularities and conformaltransformation. Investigation ofexperimental results and techniques.Consideration of the effects of viscosityand transition from laminar to turbulentflow. A design-oriented project, usuallyinvolving application of computermethods, will be required.3 credits. Prerequisite: ESC 140


ME 142 Heat Transfer:Fundamentals and DesignApplicationsOne-dimensional steady-stateconduction. Two-dimensional steady-state conduction and transientconduction: finite-difference equationsand computational solution methods.Convection; introduction to laminar andturbulent viscous flows; external andinternal forced convection problems,including exact and numerical solutiontechniques; free convection.Introduction to radiation heat transferand multimode problems. Open-endeddesign projects will include applicationto fins, heat exchangers, tube banks andradiation enclosures and will make useof computer-aided design techniques.3 credits. Prerequisite: ESC 140

ME 151 Feedback Control SystemsModeling and representation ofdynamic physical systems: transferfunctions, block diagrams, stateequations, and transient response.Principles of feedback control andlinear analysis including root locus andfrequency response methods. Practicalapplications and computer simulationsusing MATLAB. Discussions of ethicswill be integrated into the curriculum.3 credits. Prerequisites: Ma 240 andESC 161

ME 153 Mechatronics (same asEID 153)Topics include computer architecture,PIC processor overview, dynamicmodeling, sensors, data acquisition,digital PID control theory, andutilization of assembly language tocode the controller. Students willdesign, build and test a controllerboard and present a final prototype ofa control system. Engineeringeconomics will be introduces andintegrated into the final project.Prerequisite: ME 151 or ECE 121 orChE 152

ME 155 Design and PrototypingA mechanical engineering hands-onworkshop geared towards theunderstanding and practice of basicengineering design and fabricationtools. Topics include hand tools, simplemachining, mold making, casting,materials, fasteners, adhesives, andfinishes. 3-D digitizing, solid modeling,rapid prototyping and computerinterfacing will also be presented.Team projects will familiarize thestudents with typical tools andprocesses employed in realizing adesign concept, from sketch tofunctional prototype. Each student willparticipate in and contribute to theteam-learning and creation process.2 credits. Prerequisites: EID 101 andEID 103

ME 160 EngineeringExperimentationElection, calibration and use ofsubsystems for the measurement ofmechanical, thermal/fluid andelectrical phenomena. Laboratory workincludes investigations of heatexchangers, fluid systems and internalcombustion engines. Emphasis isplaced on data collection andstatistical reduction, computationalmethods and written and oralpresentation skills.3 credits. Prerequisites: none

ME 163 Mechanical EngineeringProjectsOriginal investigations, involvingdesign and experimental work whichallow the application of engineeringsciences to the analysis and synthesisof devices or systems and permit thedeepening of experience in engineeringdecision making. Projects are carriedout in small groups and are supervisedby the instructor in accordance withprofessional practice.3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

ME 164 Capstone SeniorME DesignThe application of open-ended designwork to the synthesis of engineeringdevices and systems for thesatisfaction of a specified need.Consideration of market requirements,production costs, safety and esthetics.Projects are carried out in small groupsand are supervised by the instructor inaccordance with professional practice.The goal of the course is to create aworking design, clearly defined indrawings and specifications.3 credits. Prerequisite or corequisite:ME 163

ME 165 Sound and Space(same as EID 165)Basics of acoustics, including soundwaves, room and hall acoustics andmetrics of sound. Audio engineering,including microphones, signalprocessors, amplifiers andloudspeakers. Skills and techniquesusing Pro Tools brand audio editorsystem to create original sonic andmusical compositions. Public exhibitionof an electronic music program.3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

ME 300 Space DynamicsFundamental principles of advanceddynamics; kinematics, transformationor coordinates; particle and rigid bodydynamics. Application to spaceproblems; satellite orbits; gyro-dynamics,space vehicle motion; performance andoptimization. Generalized theories ofmechanics; virtual work, D’Alembert’s

principle; Lagrange’s equation;Hamilton’s principle.3 credits. Prerequisite: ESC 100

ME 312 Manufacture Engineering(same as EID 312)Study of metal processing theory andapplication with emphasis on casting,machining, and metal deformationprocesses; plastic forming; specialprocessing techniques; work-holderdesign principles. Specific areasstudied include stages of processing,mathematical modeling of processes,equipment determination, relationshipof plant layout, tooling, metrology, andproduct design to product cost.3 credits. Prerequisites: ME 142 andME 155

ME 320 Mechanical DesignMechanical design of basictransmission elements; designoptimization by blending fundamentalprinciples and engineering judgment;design criteria for the various frictionalmachine elements. Design projectsprovide authentic involvement inproblems from industry; design projectsmake use of computer, experimentaland modeling techniques.3 credits. Prerequisite: ME 120

ME 334 Combustion (same asEID 334)Thermodynamics and kinetics ofreacting systems. Conservation lawsfor reacting gas mixtures. Gas phaseand heterogeneous phase diffusionflames, including supersonic diffusionflames and fuel droplet combustionin liquid propellant rocket engines andin residential oil burners. Premixedflames in gases. Detonation waves ingases. Examples of current researchin aerospace and environmentalaspects of combustion processes.3 credits. Prerequisite: ESC 141 orME 142

ME 363-364 Selected Topics inMechanical EngineeringThis course will deal with currenttechnological developments invarious fields of mechanicalengineering. Projects and designwill be emphasized.3 credits each. Prerequisite:ME faculty permission

ME 365 Mechanical EngineeringResearch ProblemAn elective course available toqualified students. Students may electto consult with an ME faculty memberand apply to carry out independentresearch on problems of mutualinterest in theoretical or appliedmechanical engineering.3 credits. Prerequisites: ME facultypermission and senior standing. Maybe repeated

GraduateME 401 Advanced MechanicalVibrationsCombined analytical and experimentalapproach to mechanical vibrationissues; characterization of the dynamicbehavior of a structure in terms of itsmodal parameters; digital dataacquisition and signal processing;experimental modal analysisprocedures and excitation techniques;extraction of modal parameters frommeasured frequency responsefunctions. Students will acquire hands-on experience with impact hammer andshaker data acquisition and analysis.3 credits. Prerequisite: ME 101

ME 405 Automotive EngineeringFundamentalsAn introductory course in modernautomotive design, covering aspects ofprime movers, aerodynamics, brakes,tires, steering, transmission,suspension and handling, chassis andadvanced hybrid powertrain concepts.Simulations and physical prototypinggive students a hands-on approach tothe design, optimization, fabricationand testing of various vehiclesubsystems in a team-based learningenvironment.3 credits. Prerequisite: ME 130 orpermission of instructor

ME 407 Introduction toComputational Fluid DynamicsThe need for and applications ofcomputational fluid dynamics (CFD).Introduction to CFD analysis andcommercially available codes.Governing equations and numericalsolution methodologies for basic fluidflow systems. Geometric modeling andgrid generation. Examination of variousphysical models. Use of a commercialCFD code.3 credits. Prerequisite: ESC 140

ME 408 Introduction to ComputerAided Engineering (CAE)Theory and practical applications ofcomputer aided engineeringmethodologies, and use of multiphysicssoftware, in mechanical engineeringpractices. Topics include principalmodeling and solution techniques,computational geometry applications,modeling of mechanical engineeringproblems, and non-linear and dynamicproblem solving. Students use typicalcommercial software packages to workon practical case studies.3 credits. Prerequisite: ME 100


ME 412 Autonomous Mobile RobotsThis course introduces basic concepts,technologies, and limitations ofautonomous mobile robots. Topicsinclude digital and analog I/O, tactilesensing, IR sensing and range finding,light sensing, sonar, magnetic fieldsensing, encoders, DC motor actuators,servo motor actuators, high-levelmicroprocessor control, low-levelmicroprocessor control, powermanagement, and prototyping.Students will form teams to designand build autonomous mobile robotsconfigured to compete with each otherin a singles-match game, or to performa team-oriented task.3 credits. Prerequisite: ME 153 orECE 151

ME 413 MicroelectromechanicalSystems (MEMS)Advances in the design, fabrication,analysis and control ofmircoelectromechanical systems(MEMS) have positioned MEMS at theforefront of high-value, cutting-edgetechnologies. The scope of this coursecovers both the fundamental andadvanced aspects of MEMS. Topicsinclude introduction to MEMS,materials and fabrication processes,sensors and actuators, microfluidics,scaling principles, device concepts andsystem design. MEMS processingsimulation and modeling, testing andpackaging of MEMS will also bepresented. Furthermore, exposure tobasic MEMS processing and cleanroomprotocol will be included.3 credits. Prerequisite: ESC 110 orESC 110.1

ME 415 Introduction toNanotechnologyUnderstanding and control of matter atdimensions in the range from one to100 nanometers for novel applicationsare the main objectives ofnanotechnology. The scope of thiscourse encompasses nanoscalescience and engineering. Typical topicswill include the unique properties ofsome nanometer scale materials,processiong and fabricationtechnologies for nanomaterials,imaging, measuring, modeling andmanipulating matter at this lengthscale. In addition, laboratorydemonstrations on nanomaterialsprocessing, nanoarchitecturing andself-assembling of nanostructures willbe included.3 credits. Prerequisite: ESC 110 or ESC110.1

ME 430 Thermodynamics ofSpecial Systems (same as EID 430and ChE 430)3 credits. Prerequisite: ME 130

ME 432 Introduction to NuclearPower Plant TechnologyNuclear power provides a high-potential form of alternative energy,with significant safety constraints. Thecourse centers on the study of a typicalUS commercial nuclear power plant—its design philosophy and analysis ofnuclear steam supply system andbalance of plant systems (includingheat exchangers, pumps, relief valves,etc.) for normal operation and steadystate and transient accident analysis,and longer term spent fuel storage. Thecourse utilizes disciplines/methods ofthermodynamics, heat transfer andfluid flow, and plant drawings anddata. Analysis includes Three MileIsland Accident, a small break loss-of-coolant accident. When feasible, thiscourse includes a tour of an operatingnuclear power plant.3 credits. Prerequisites: ESC 130 andESC 140

ME 434 Special Topics InCombustion (same as ChE 434)Analysis of diffusion and premixedflame processes, including dropletand particle flames, combustion insprays, chemical reactions in boundarylayers, combustion instability in liquidand solid rocket engines and gasburner flames. Consideration ofignition and quenching processes andflammability limits.3 credits. Prerequisite: ME 334

ME 440 Advanced Fluid Mechanics(same as EID 440 and ChE 440)3 credits. Prerequisites: ESC 140 andpermission of instructor

ME 458 Industrial Robots (same asEID 458)Basic concepts, techniques, andlimitations of modern industrial robots;industrial automation; robotprogramming languages; definition anddescription of a robot work space;application of transform and operatormatrices in industrial robotics. Studentprojects include computerprogramming of forward and inversekinematics, and applicationprogramming with an industrial robot.3 credits. Prerequisite: ME 151

ME 493-494 Selected AdvancedTopics in Mechanical EngineeringThese courses will deal with currentadvanced technological developmentsin various fields of mechanicalengineering. Projects and design willbe emphasized.3 credits. Prerequisites: ME facultypermission and graduate standing

ME 499 Thesis/ProjectMaster’s candidates are required toconduct, under the guidance of a facultyadviser, an original investigation of aproblem in mechanical engineering,individually or in a group and to submita written thesis describing the resultsof the work.6 credits for full year

EngineeringSciencesCourses

UndergraduateESC 000.1- 000.4 EngineeringProfessional DevelopmentSeminarsThe Engineering Professional Seminarsand Workshops offer students anintroduction to the profession ofengineering as well as deal with theirdevelopment as students. The CooperUnion’s CONNECT program is anintegral part of these courses andprovides intensive training in effectivecommunications skills. A wide range oftopics is covered in addition tocommunications skills including ethics,environmental awareness, life-longlearning, career development, conflictresolution, entrepreneurship,marketing, work-place issues, teamdynamics, professional licensure andorganizational psychology.0 credits. Attendance required by allfirst and second year students.Pass/Fail grade based on attendanceand participation

ESC 100 Engineering MechanicsEquivalent system of forces, distributedforces; forces in structure; frictionforces. Particle and rigid bodymechanics; kinematics, kinetics.Newton’s laws of motion; work andenergy; impulse and momentum.3 credits. Prerequisite: Ph 112

ESC 101 Mechanics of MaterialsIntroduction to solid mechanics;analysis of stress and deformation.Extension; flexure; torsion.Axisymmetric problems, beam theoryelastic stability, yield and failure theory.3 credits. Prerequisite: ESC 100

ESC 110 Materials ScienceThe objective of this course is topromote an understanding of therelationship between the molecularstructure of a material and its physicalproperties. Topics include bonding inatoms and molecules, crystallinity,metals and alloys, polymers,mechanical properties of inorganicmaterials and composite materials.3 credits. Prerequisites: none


ESC 110.1 Materials Science forChemical EngineersUnderstanding relationships amongatomic or molecular structures, physicalproperties and performances ofsubstances. Bonding, crystallinity,metals, alloys and polymers.Mechanical properties of inorganic andcomposite materials. Selection ofmaterials for process equipment design,its effect on economics. Designconcerning effect of corrosion and itsprevention.3 credits. Prerequisites: ESC 100

ESC 120 Principles of ElectricalEngineeringSurvey of Electrical Engineering for thenon-major. Signal and circuit analysis,DC and AC circuits, transients,frequency response and filters, powersystems. Additional topics may becovered as time permits.3 credits. Prerequisite: Ma 113

ESC 121 Basic Principles ofElectrical EngineeringSelection of topics from ESC 120. Thisclass meets with ESC 120 for the firstten (10) weeks.2 credits. Prerequisite: Ma 113

ESC 130 EngineeringThermodynamicsRigorous development of the basicprinciples of classical thermodynamics.Zeroth, first and second laws ofthermo-dynamics and their applicationsto open and closed systems. Analysisof thermodynamic processes,properties of real substances andthermodynamic diagrams.3 credits. Prerequisites: none

ESC 130.1 Chemical EngineeringThermodynamicsFirst law of thermodynamics for closedsystems; perfect gasses, 2- and 3-phase systems of one component;transient and steady state analysesusing the first law of thermodynamicsfor open systems; second law ofthermo-dynamics; introduction toconcepts of entropy. Gibbs free energyand Helmholtz free energy; derivationand application of equations describingthe auxiliiary thermodynamic functionsand conditions of equilibrium inimperfect gasses.3 credits. Prerequisites: Ch 160 andESC 170

ESC 140 Fluid Mechanics andFlow SystemsIntroductory concepts of fluidmechanics and fluid statics.Development and applications ofdifferential forms of basic equations.Dynamics of inviscid and viscousfluids, flow measurement anddimensional analysis with applications

in fluid dynamics. Friction loss andfriction factor correlation; design ofpiping systems.3 credits. Prerequisite: ESC 100

ESC 141 Transport PhenomenaA unified approach to the rateprocesses involved in heat, mass andmomentum transfer, includingchemically reactive systems; reviewsof generalized rate equation,mechanisms of transport processes;equations of continuity, motion andenergy; applications to conduction,radiation, convective heat and masstransfer and diffusion; emphasis on thederivation of the applicable differentialequations and methods of solvingsame for both laminar and turbulentflows; macroscopic balances for non-isothermal systems.3 credits. Prerequisite: ESC 140

ESC 160 Systems AnalysisAn introductory course in the basicconcepts and techniques of systemsanalysis and optimization and theirapplications to the planning, designand managing of large-scaleengineering systems. Topics includeproduction functions, marginalanalysis, linear and dynamicprogramming, decision analysis,project evaluation and selection,systems modeling and economicmethods. Methodology isdemonstrated through design projects.3 credits. Prerequisites: none

ESC 161 Systems EngineeringAn introductory course to themathematical modeling of systems.Topics include mechanical elementsand systems, electric circuits andanalogous systems, fluid elements andsystems, analysis of systems usingtransfer functions, state spaceequations, analog simulation anddigital simulation. Also covered areblock diagrams, Laplace transforms,and linear system analysis. Computerprojects will be assigned that will useMATLAB software.3 credits. Prerequisites: none

ESC 170 Material and EnergyBalances Introduction to the analysisof chemical process systems, usingmaterial and energy conservationequations. Estimation ofthermodynamics and thermochemicalproperties of real fluids for engineeringcalculations. Numerical methods andtheir implementation on the digitalcomputer for solution of chemicalengineering problems.3 credits. Prerequisite: Ch 160

InterdisciplinaryEngineeringCourses

UndergraduateEID 100 Engineering Drafting andComputer-Aided DesignStudents learn skills in visualizing anddocumenting engineering designs, andin use of computer-aided designsoftware. This course takes studentsthrough a hands-on learningexperience in the practice of traditionalengineering drafting techniques aswell as contemporary computer-aideddesign tools, such as AutoCAD andSolidWorks. Topics include technicaldrawing and engineering graphics,conception and visualization of 3Dengineering models, parts andassemblies, and detailed generative2D drawings.1 credit. Prerequisites: none

EID 101 Engineering Design andProblem SolvingStudents work on cutting-edge,exploratory design projects in inter-disciplinary groups of 20 to 25. Eachproject has an industrialsponsor/partner who is available forstudent/faculty consultation andsupport. Oral and visual presentationsas well as formal written reports arerequired for all projects. Professionalcompetencies, teamwork, humanvalues and social concerns arestressed in the engineering design.3 credits. Prerequisites: none

EID 103 Principles of DesignThis course is designed to introducestudents from all disciplines to theconcepts of rational design. It is opento first-year students and sophomores.In the first part of the course studentswill learn by hands-on experience theimportance of giving attention at thedesign stage to consideration ofaccessibility, repair, replacement,choice of materials, recycling, safety,etc. Students will develop the ability tomake observations and record them insuitable form for further analysis of thedesign process. From this, concepts of“good” design will be developed, andstudents will be introduced to theformal design axioms and principles.This will lead to the second part of thecourse which will consist of acomprehensive, realistic designproblem. Creativity, intuition andcultivation of engineering “commonsense” will be fostered within theframework of design principles andaxioms. The course will constitute a

direct introduction to the disciplinesin their interdisciplinary context.3 credits. Prerequisite: EID 101

EID 105 Drawing and Sketching forEngineers (same as ME 105)This course introduces engineeringstudents to the fundamentals of free-hand drawing and sketching with anemphasis on the interpretation andcommunication of insights, conceptsand dimensioned solutions. Drawingsand sketches are often the first stepsin innovative engineering solutions andinvention. The primary goal of thiscourse is to provide a comprehensivefoundation in traditional drawing andsketching methods for engineers.2 credits. Prerequisites: none

EID 110 Engineering DesignGraphicsThis course is for students who arewell versed in basic AutoCAD andwant to develop their 3D modelingskills plus learn how to customize thesystem. Course work includes writingcustom AutoCAD menus and programsthat are useful for the variousengineering disciplines, using the Lispprogramming language. Students willbe given a number of 3D modelingassignments throughout the semester,building up to a final term project thatutilizes their 3D modeling skills aswell as their programming andcustomization knowledge.3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

EID 111 Design, Illusion and RealityThere is much that we can do asengineers, artists and architects torestore the necessary constructiveconnection between humankind andnature. In this, a small but vital step isto see the design process in any branchof human activity as a whole and not asa matter of watertight compartmentsarbitrarily contrived. By taking a varietyof particular examples from realsituations, having known backgroundsin engineering, art and architecture,students get a glimpse of how thedesign processes are initiated and howthe subsequent available options areresolved. The emphasis will be on thesynthesis of, rather than the analyticalapproach to, problem solving.1-3 credits. Prerequisites: none

EID 112 Interactive Graphic DesignThe course teaches usage of the web asa medium for publishing, exhibition, andcommunication. It familiarizes studentswith programming languages (HTML),Java Script, and graphic software(Photoship, Illustrator, Flash, andDreamWeaver). Besides the technicalaspects, the course also introduces thebasic artistic design principles, such as


color, typography, composition, andlayout. Furthermore, the practical issuesof designing and organizing informationfor web communication will bediscussed. Overall, students willdevelop proficiency in creatively andpersuasively presenting information.Projects include assignments onindividual programming languages anddesign principles. The main project is toconstruct a website for the presentationof a product or idea. The format of theclass consists of lectures studio time,presentations, and critiques.3 credits: 4 hours. NOTE: This coursecannot be taken for credit as atechnical elective by EE students.Prerequisites: none

EID 120 Foundations ofBioengineeringAn introduction to the engineeringstudy of biological systems. Basicphysiochemical and organizationprinciples applicable to biologicalsystems. Topics include membranestructure and function, physiology ofthe circulatory system, and anintroduction to biorheology andbiological transport phenomena.3 credits. Prerequisite: Ch 160

EID 121 Biotransport PhenomenaEngineering principles are used tomathematically model momentum,heat and mass transfer processes thatoccur in biological systems. After ageneral introduction to human anatomyand physiology, topics examinedinclude blood rheology, circulatorysystem fluid dynamics, whole bodyheat transfer, vascular heat transfer,oxygen transport in tissue and blood,pharmacokinetics and the design of anartificial kidney (hemodialysis).3 credits. Prerequisite: junior standing

EID 122 BiomaterialsA study of both natural and syntheticmaterials, especially those fororthopaedic applications. Mechanicalproperties, design considerations, bio-compatibility, potential for allergicresponse and carcinogenicramifications, mechanical compatibilityand effects of long-term implantation.Metallics, ceramics and polymers.Relative advantages and disadvantagesof various materials. Materials forcardiovascular applications. Corrosionand chemical degradation.3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

EID 123 Biosystems andInstrumentationIntroduction to mathematical modelingand the formulation of analogs forbiological systems. Electrical aspectsof nerve signals, coupled with theiranalysis and measurement. Design and

construction of electro-cardiographicsystems. Computer analysis of electro-cardiograms. Applications of systemstheory to various physiologicalsubsystems including muscle responseand pupillary-retinal response.Laboratory work required.3 credits. Prerequisite: Superior gradesor at least one course in control theory.Suggested for seniors only

EID 124 Injury Biomechanics andSafety DesignFrequency and severity of commoninjuries. Mechanisms ofmusculoskeletal, soft tissue and braininjuries. Injury criteria, referencevalues and their role in safety design.Experimental and computationalmethods for safety design and accidentreconstruction. Automotive safety.Biomechanical test dummies.Seatbelts, airbags, and energyabsorbing structures and materials.Repetitive stress injuries andoccupational health. Governmentregulation and legal liability. Expertwitness practice and qualifications.3 credits. Prerequisites: ESC 100 andESC 110

EID 125 BiomechanicsAn in-depth treatment of orthopaedicbiomechanics, including freebodyanalysis applied to the musculoskeletalsystem, applied statics, dynamics andkinematics. Clinical problems relatingto biomechanics. Lubrication theoryapplied to hard and soft tissues.Mechanical testing of tissue, includingboth static tests and dynamics tests.Tensor treatment of kinematic motions.Extensive reference to currentliterature. Muscle function, evaluationand testing. Exploration of theconcepts of development of muscularpower, work and fatigue.3 credits. Prerequisites: ESC 100 andpermission of instructor

EID 131 Energetics (same asME 131)3 credits. Prerequisite: ESC 130

EID 133 Air-Conditioning, Heatingand Refrigeration (same as ME 133)3 credits. Prerequisites: ESC 130 andESC 140

EID 140 Environmental SystemsEngineering (same as CE 141)3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

EID 141 Air Pollution ControlSystemsSystem design for particulate, gas andvapor recovery. Study of dynamics ofparticulate behavior in fluid stream,Brownian motion, interception, inertialimpact; target geometry and effects,nucleation and particle growth; energyconsumption and collection efficiency.Diffusional operations studies, transferunit requirements. Kinetics of diffusionin gas-gas, gas-liquid, gas-solid andgas-extended surface systems.Unsteady-state behavior, surfacerenewal; wave-front analysis. Effect offluid dynamics. Energy consumptionrelated to transfer units. Fundamentalsof mechanisms in real systems. Designproblems.3 credits. Prerequisites: none

EID 142 Water ResourcesEngineering (same as CE 142)4.5 credits (3 hours of lecture, 3 hoursof laboratory). Prerequisite: ESC 140

EID 153 Mechatronics (same asME 153)

EID 160 Acoustics, Noise andVibration ControlInterdisciplinary overview of acousticsand its applications in industrial andenvironmental noise control, acousticsof buildings, vibration systems andcontrol. Topics include: sound levels,decibels and directivity, hearing, hearingloss and psychological effect of noise,noise control criteria and regulations,instrumentation, source of noise, roomacoustics, acoustics of walls, enclosuresand barriers, acoustics materials andstructures, vibration control systems;design projects.3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

EID 165 Sound and Space(same as ME 165)Basics of acoustics, including soundwaves, room and hall acoustics andmetrics of sound. Audio engineering,including microphones, signalprocessors, amplifiers andloudspeakers. Skills and techniquesusing Pro Tools brand audio editorsystem to create original sonic andmusical compositions. Public exhibitionof an electronic music program.3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

EID 170 Engineering EconomyComparison of alternatives in monetaryterms; meaning and use of interestrates; results evaluation includingintangibles; risk in alternatives;principles underlying the determinationof economic life; depreciation anddepreciation accounting; financingbusiness ventures; financial statementanalysis; replacement of capital assets.3 credits. Prerequisite: Ma 113

EID 176 Legal and Ethical Aspectsof EngineeringA survey of the courts and theirjurisdiction; civil and criminal law;equity jurisprudence; expert witness,contracts and the importance ofbusiness law to the engineer. Othertopics include patents, trademarks andcopyrights; product liability; unfaircompetition; professional ethics andprofessional advancement.3 credits. Prerequisites: none

EID 300 Special Research ProjectStudents will work on individualprojects in engineering undersupervision of faculty. Problems willvary according to individual interest.permission to register is required fromthe Office of the Dean of Engineering.Students on academic probation areineligible for registration.3–6 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof Faculty and Dean’s office

EID 311 Production AutomationConcepts and principles of automatedproduction lines; analysis of highvolume, discrete parts productionsystems in metal working industry;partial automation; mechanizedassembly systems. Features ofnumerically controlled machine tools,NC part programming, control loops ofNC systems, computerized numericalcontrol, adaptive control system, grouptechnology, flexible manufacturingsystems, application of manufacturingengineering principles to optimizemanufacturing process flow. Studentprojects with emphasis upon designand application.3 credits. Prerequisite: CS 102

EID 312 Manufacturing Engineering(same as ME 312)3 credits. Prerequisite: EID 101

EID 313 Science of Material forEngineering Design (same asME 313)3 credits. Prerequisite: ESC 110 orESC 110.1


EID 320 Special Topics inBioengineeringSeminars on topics of current interestin biotechnology.3 credits. Prerequisites: a basicunderstanding of engineeringmechanics and materials andpermission of instructor. May berepeated

EID 325 Science and Application ofBioengineering TechnologyThe overall purpose of the course isto provide the student with a generaloverview of the scope of bio-engineering. The major areas inthe course are design in biomedicalengineering, tissue engineering,medical imaging, cardiovascular,vision, rehabilitation, masculaskeletalsystem, robotic surgery andmedical business.3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

EID 326 ErgonomicsPrinciples of human-machineinteractions with emphasis on thedesign of the workplace/machine,for maximum output or minimum riskto the operator. Mechanics of injury;case studies.3 credits. Prerequisite: EID 120

EID 327 Tissue EngineeringTissue Engineering involves theapplication of engineering and the lifesciences to gain a fundamentalunderstanding of structure-functionrelationships in normal and pathologicaltissues and the development ofbiological substitutes to restore,maintain or improve tissue functions.This course will provide an introductionto the science, methods andapplications of tissue engineering.Topics include quantitative cell biology,tissue characterization, engineeringdesign and clinical implementation.3 credits. Prerequisites: workingknowledge of engineeringfundamentals, senior standing orinstructor approval

EID 330 Introduction toNeurophysiology and theBiophysics of Neural Computation(Same as Ph 330)3 credits

EID 333 Renewable EnergyTechnologiesThis course is designed as anintroduction to renewable energytechnologies, with special focus onwind energy, kinetic hydropower andsolar energy. The course will addressboth the current technological statusand the commercialization challengesfacing each sector, including licensing,deployment, distribution and economicfeasibility issues. Guest lectures by

industry experts and field trips tovarious technology sites are planned.The course is open to all engineeringjuniors and seniors.3 credis. Prerequisite: junior or seniorstanding

EID 356 Digital Control and Non-linear Control (same as ME 356)3 credits. Prerequisite: ME 151

EID 357 Sustainable Engineeringand DevelopmentSustainable engineering is examined,starting with an analysis of resources,(materials, energy, water) upon whichmanufacturing is based. Each resourceis critically examined in terms of itsavailability and form and the ultimateimpact of its usage on the state of theplanet. A comparison of the design andconstruction of contemporary andprimitive structure is used to illustratethe differences between the requiredinfrastructure and environmentalfootprint, leading to a definition of“green” design. The technologiesrequired to support contemporarylifestyles in the developed and thedeveloping world are discussed withinthe context of manufacturing techniques,usage of natural resources and thegeneration of waste. Workshops, guestlectures and a term project incorporatingthe concepts of minimalism, materialsusage, and aesthetic design are used topresent students with a uniqueperspective engineering.3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

EID 362 Interdisciplinary SeniorProject IIndividual or group design projects ininterdisciplinary areas of engineering.These projects are based on theinterest of the students and must havethe approval of their adviser(s) andcourse instructor. Periodic and finalengineering reports and formalpresentations are required for allprojects. In addition to technicalaspects projects must also addresssome of the following: economicfeasibility environmental impact socialimpact, ethics, reliability and safety.3 or 4 credits. Prerequisite: studentsare required to have completednecessary preparatory engineeringcourses related to the project topic

EID 363 Interdisciplinary SeniorProject II Continuation of EID 3623 or 4 credits. Prerequisite: EID 362

EID 364 InterdisciplinaryEngineering Research ProblemAn elective course, available toqualified upper division students.Students may approach a facultymentor and apply to carry outindependent or group projects ininterdisciplinary fields.3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof adviser(s)

EID 365 Engineering andEntrepreneurshipStudents will learn the fundamentalsof being an entrepreneur and operatinga successful business. From its originalidea to the open market, students willchoose an engineering related projector service and learn the principles ofaccounting, marketing, managing,financing, and continuing research.Students are required to choose theirown service or product and write abusiness plan as their final project.Lectures include case studies on thevarious projects and guest speakersfrom the industry. Readings includearticles from journals and textbooks.3 credits

EID 370 Engineering ManagementAn exploration of the theories andtechniques of management beginningwith the classical models ofmanagement and continuing through toJapanese and American contemporarymodels. The course is specificallydirected to those circumstances andtechniques appropriate to themanagement of engineering. Lecture,discussion and case studies will be used.3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

EID 371 Operations ManagementAn in-depth exploration of specificproblems and techniques applicableto the management of production andlarge operating systems (e.g.,engineering projects). The specificproblems of demand analysis, capacityplanning, production and inventoryplanning as well as scheduling andprogress control will be presented. Inaddition, the concepts of total qualitymanagement, material requirementsplanning and statistical quality controlwill be presented. The presentation willinclude lectures and case problems.3 credits. Prerequisite: EID 370

EID 372 Global Perspectives inTechnology ManagementCurrent global political, social andeconomic developments and futuretrends as they relate to technologymanagement are discussed. Studentslearn to address issues of internationaltechnology transfer, multinationalsourcing, quality control, diverse staffmanagement, environmentalconsiderations, etc. Working in teams

on case studies and projects, studentslearn to conduct internationalnegotiations and develop solutions tocomplex business problems. Specialemphasis is placed on teamcooperation and personal leadership.Oral presentations and written reportsare required.3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof ME faculty

EID 373 Patent LawIn this course a student will study patentlaw in detail: the requirements forobtaining a patent (“utility, novelty andnon-obviousness”); “trade secrets” as analternative to patent protection;computer software and “businessmethods” as patentable subject matter.The class will focus on the theoretical(patent cases from the U.S. SupremeCourt and the Federal Court, the patentstatute, 35 U.S.C.) and the practical(analysis of issued patents; individualand group exercises in drafting andcritiquing patent claims, familiarity withthe Manual of Patent ExaminingProcedure). The course is open to juniors,seniors, graduate students and faculty.3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

EID 374 Business EconomicsIn this course, the class will carry out areal-time forecast of the U.S. economyand explore its implications for thebond and stock markets. The coursewill build upon principles of bothmacro- and micro-economics. It willprovide an introduction to the workdone by business economists and thetechniques they use. Students willbecome familiar with the databaselooking for relationships between keyeconomic variables, and studyingmovements in interest rates over theperiod 1960-present. The class will bedivided into teams of two studentswith each team choosing a particularaspect of the economy to forecast. Theclass will also work with variousleading indicators of economic activityand will prepare forecasts of the keycomponents of gross domestic productand other important variables. A formalpresentation of the economic withinvited guests from the Wall Streetinvestment world will take place. Toput forecasting exercise in context,there will be class discussions ofbusiness cycles, credit cycles, longwaves in inflation and interest ratesand the impact of the Internet on theeconomy and the stock market.3 credits. Prerequisite: either S 334,S 347, EID 170 or permissionof instructor


GraduateEID 410 Materials andManufacturing Processes (sameas ME 410)3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

EID 414 Solid Waste Management(same as CE 414)3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

EID 420 Axiomatic DesignAn interdisciplinary design course opento graduates and senior undergraduates.Axiomatic design theory andmethodology provide a systematic andscientific basis for making designdecisions. Axioms, corollaries andtheorems give designers a firm basisfor conceptualizing design issues,eliminating bad design ideas during theconceptual stage, choosing the bestdesign among those proposed andimproving designs. The IndependenceAxiom and its implications togetherwith the Information Axiom and itsimplications form the foundation of thisapproach. Basic concepts andmethodologies will be illustrated bycase studies taken from many differentfields. Project required.3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

EID 421 Rehabilitation EngineeringRehabilitation engineering is theapplication of engineering principles,technical expertise and designmethodology in the development andprovision of assistive technology, tohelp a person with a disability achievehis or her goals. Topics include thedesign of rehabilitation devices, humanfactors, client assessment, workplaceassessment, high- and low-techassistive devices and alternative andaugmentative communication devices.Students will conduct research anddesign and lubricate custom assistivedevices. Interdisciplinary teams willbe encouraged.3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

EID 422 Finite Element Methods(same as CE 422)Shape functions and generalizeddisplacements. Assemblage ofelements, Convergence criteria.Triangular, rectangular andquadrilateral elements in plane stressand strain. Isoparamentricformulations. General Solids.Hexahedral and tetrahedral elements.Flexure in plates. General solids.Natural Coordinates. Specialapplications in blast mitigation design.Computer codes.3 credits. Prerequisite: CE 122 orME 100

EID 423 Measurement of HumanPerformanceApplication of advanced engineeringprinciples to the design of systems toevaluate muscle groups for strength,endurance and range of motion. Topicsinclude isometric, isokinetic andsensibility testing; biofeedback, andstrategies to minimize “faking.”Students will conduct intensiveresearch and design and fabricate adevice to evaluate a single musclegroup. Interdisciplinary teams will beencouraged.3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

EID 424 BioengineeringApplications in Sports MedicineApplication of engineering principlesto athletic performance and injury.Topics include athletic training;mechanical causes of sport injuries;methods of injury prevention; designof protective and prophylactic sportdevices; proper application of wounddressing, taping and bandaging; firstaid for musculoskeletal sports injuriesand healing and rehabilitation.Students will work in teams on casestudies and projects.3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

EID 430 Thermodynamics ofSpecial Systems (same as ChE 430and ME 430)Thermodynamic analyses of solidsystems undergoing elastic strain andof magnetic, electric and biologicalsystems. Equations of state for theseand other fluid and non-fluid systems.Thermodynamics of low temperaturesystems. Recent advances in obtainingreal fluid and solid properties.3 credits. Prerequisite: ChE 131 orME 130

EID 435 GeoEnvironmentalEngineering (same as CE 435)Discussion of pertinent regulations andregulatory programs relevant tocontaminated soil. Identification andcharacterization of contaminated soils,discussion of current treatmenttechnologies both ex-situ and in-situ.Geotechnical design of waste facilities,the closure and improvement of wastefacilities and construction on wasteUtilization of waste for engineeringpurposes, the reuse and recycling ofcontaminated soil.3 credits. Prerequisites: ESC 140,CE 141, CE 131 and permissionof instructor

EID 437 Sustainability &Environmental Impact Assessment(same as CE 437)

EID 438 Industrial Waste TreatmentDesign (same as CE 440)3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

EID 439 Water and WastewaterTechnology (same as CE 441)3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

EID 440 Advanced Fluid Mechanics(same as ChE 440 and ME 440)Introduction to the fundamentalconstitutive relations and conservationlaws of fluid mechanics. Steady andtransient velocity distributions ofviscous flow. Stream functions,potential flow, and creeping flow.Boundary layer theory. Modeling ofturbulent flow. Special topics mayinclude: hydrodynamic stability,vorticity dynamics and mixing, wavesin fluids, airfoil theory, lubricationtheory, compressible flow, multiphaseflow, bubbles and droplets, non-Newtonian flow, and computationalfluid dynamics.3 credits. Prerequisite: ESC 140

EID 441 Advanced Heat and MassTransfer (same as ChE 441)Introduction to the energy equation.Steady and transient heat transfer byconduction. Convective heat transfer.Energy transport in flowing media. Freeconvection. Conservation of speciesequation. Fick’s law of binary diffusion.Mass transfer with simultaneoushomogeneous or heterogeneousreaction. Multicomponent heat andmass transfer. Stefan-Maxwellequations for multicomponentdiffusion. Simultaneous heat and masstransfer. Transport in electrolytesolutions. Special topics may include:membrane separation processes, drugdelivery and controlled release,turbulent heat and mass transfer,

boundary layer heat and mass transfer,and chemically reacting flows.3 credits. Prerequisite: EID 440 or ChE440

EID 446 Pollution Prevention ofMinimization (same as CE 446)3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

EID 448 Environmental andSanitary Engineering (same asCE 448)3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

EID 449 Hazardous WasteManagement (same as CE 449)3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

EID 452 Principles of InteractiveComputer GraphicsPoint plotting, line drawing and rastergraphics techniques. Two-dimensionaltransformations, clipping andwindowing, graphical input devicesand techniques. Graphics datastructures and display lists. Principlesof three-dimensional representationand solid modeling concepts.Specialized computer architectures forgraphics. User interface design. Eachstudent will undertake a design projectto realize some aspect of the coursematerial, related to his or her area ofspecialization. (This course will belimited to 8 students.)3 credits. Prerequisite: ECE 161

EID 470/CE 470 Urban SecurityDesign of urban systems to protectagainst terrorism. Analysis of blastloads. Blast mitigation designconsiderations. Technology transfer;military/defense to civilian sector.Response spectra. Pressure/impulsediagrams. Stand off distances. Blastmitigation measures for buildings,bridges and tunnels. Prevention ofprogressive collapse in tall buildings.Design of glazing. Retrofit upgrade ofexisting urban infrastructure. Buildingcode and insurance issues.3 credits. Prerequisites: CE 122 orME 101 and permission of instructor

EID 480 Challenges FacingEngineering Start-ups in InnovativeTechnologiesThis course will address the variousissues facing engineering start-ups ininnovative technologies such as urbansecurity engineering businesses,distributed electric generators, bio-medical engineering businesses. Topicsinclude definition of mission and corevalues, business plans financingstrategies, marketing considerations,intellectual property issues, employee


relations and regulatory hurdles. Thecourse will feature guest speakerswith first-hand experience in relevantstart-ups.3 credits. Prerequisite: Open to seniorsand graduate students

EID 481 Environmental EconomicsHow environmental regulations affecteconomic growth. Analyticalframework and tools: valuing theenvironment for decision making;marginal damage function andmarginal abatement cost: riskassessment; alternatives assessment;cost-benefit analysis; cost-effectiveness; distributive equity;precautionary principle. Issues relatingto air, water, energy and materials.Environmental health issues. Creationof markets for new technologies.3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

EID 488 Convex Optimization (sameas ChE 488)Techniques.3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof instructor

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BiologyBio 101 Biology for Engineers IThis course will examine in depth thegenetics, molecular and cellularbiology, pathology, toxins, microbiologyand environment as they relate tohumans and disease using organ-basedor systems biology approaches (e.g.,gastrointestinal pulmonary,cardiovascular, urinary endocrine, etc.)Major assignments will beindividualized to student’s interests andmajors when possible. As such, thiscourse will provide the biologicalfundamentals for further study inbiotransport, biochemistry, graduateschool in biomedical engineering, etc.Combined with Biology 102 andBiochemistry, it will provide a solidfoundation for medical school.3 credits (includes lab experience).Prerequisites: Ch 110 and Ch 160 orpermission of instructor

Bio 102 Biology for Engineers IIThis course will provide human biologyfundamentals to springboard intoresearch projects at the intersectionof biology and engineering Topics willinclude anatomy and physiology ofmusculoskeletal and other major organsystems not covered in Bio 101,imaging modalities, concepts behinddiagnostic and therapeutic surgicalprocedures, and their limitations,human body repair, artificial organs,tissue engineering, immunology andcancer. Students will develop anextensive biological vocabulary andhave requisite knowledge for furtherstudy in biomechanics, rehabilitationmedicine, biomaterials,bioremediation, etc.3 credits. Prerequisite: Sophomorestanding preferred, but freshman withAP Biology welcome

ChemistryCourses

UndergraduateCh 110 General ChemistryAn introduction to the generalscientific principles associated withchemistry. This course will deal withfundamental ideas such as the conceptof the atom, the molecule, the moleand their applications to chemicalproblems. The classical topics include:dimensional analysis and significantfigures; atomic weights; periodicproperties; chemical reactions andstoichiometry; redox reactions; idealgas law and real gas equations ofstate; the liquid state andintermolecular forces; solutionconcentrations; chemical equilibriumand equilibrium constants; acids andbases; solubility equilibria;nomenclature of inorganic and organiccompounds. The topics for atomic andmolecular properties include: atomicstructure and the quantum theory;electronic structure of atoms; thecovalent bond and bond properties;molecular geometries andhybridization; molecular orbital theory.3 credits. Prerequisites: none

Ch 111 General ChemistryLaboratoryMethods of quantitative analysis areused to explore chemical reactions andanalyze unknowns. Modern chemicalinstrumentation as well as “classic”wet chemistry analytical techniquesare covered. Statistical analysis of theexperimental data is used to analyzeresults. Chemical laboratory safety andindustrial chemical regulations arecovered, as are the fundamentals ofwriting a technical report.1.5 credits. Prerequisite: Ch 110;corequisite: Ch 160

Ch 160 Physical Principlesof ChemistryThe study of physicochemicalproperties will be extended andadvanced. The laws of thermodynamics,which involve energy, enthalpy, entropyand free energy concepts, will beapplied to chemical systems. Othertopics include: vapor pressures andcolligative properties of solutions; thephase rule; kinetics of homogeneousreactions; electrolytic conductanceand electrochemistry.3 credits. Prerequisite: Ch 110, Ma111; corequisite: Ch 111

Ch 231 Organic Chemistry IBond types and strengths, structuraltheory, bond angles and hybrid bonds;covalent bonds, polarity of bonds andmolecules; dipole moments; molalrefraction; melting points and boilingpoints relative to properties andnatures of molecules; solubilitiesbased on structures; functional groups;critical temperature, pressure andvolume as a function of structure andfunctional groups, prediction of vaporpressure curves, latent heats.Nomenclature isomers and properties.Resonance and delocalization ofcharge phenomena; acidity and basicity(Lewis concept).3 credits. Prerequisite: Ch 160

Ch 232 Organic Chemistry IIExtension of Ch 231 to systematic studyof aliphatic and aromatic compounds,with emphasis on functional behaviorand interpretation of mechanismsand bond types, polyfunctionalcompounds, carbohydrates andheterocyclic compounds.2 credits (2 lecture hours). Prerequisite:Ch 231; corequisite: Ch 233

Ch 233 Organic ChemistryLaboratoryLaboratory work will cover subjectmatter studied in Ch 231 and Ch 232,including synthesis and type reactionsand identification of organiccompounds.2 credits (4 laboratory hours)Prerequisite: Ch 231

Ch 251 Instrumental AnalysisLaboratoryFundamental principles of instrumentalmethods will be covered, includinglaboratory applications and limitationsin scientific research. Specific methodsinclude electrometric, such aspolarography, electro-gravimetry andpotentiometry; optical (such as visibleand ultraviolet absorption),spectroscopy, emission spectroscopyand infrared spectroscopy; and othertechniques such as chromatographyand mass spectroscopy shall beincluded.2 credits (4 laboratory hours).Prerequisite: Ch 160


Ch 261 Physical Chemistry IWith an emphasis on the basictheoretical justifications underlyingobserved physical phenomena,quantum mechanics will be developedand applied to the study of chemicalsystems with an emphasis oninterpreting spectroscopic data.Modern methods of computationalmolecular modeling are introduced.Statistical mechanics is introduced asa link between quantum mechanicsand thermodynamics.3 credits. Prerequisites: Ch 160 andPh 214

Ch 262 Physical Chemistry IIContinuation of Ch 261 with emphasison electrochemistry, chemicalkinetics and solid state chemistry.Selected topics.2 credits. Prerequisite: Ch 261

Ch 333 Advanced OrganicChemistryModern areas of organic chemistry,including synthesis, structuredetermination, stereo-chemistry andconformational analysis, reactionmechanisms, photochemistry,conservation of orbital symmetry,molecular rearrangements and otherselected topics. Advanced laboratorystudies in research problem form.Typical problems would involve studiesof the synthesis, structure andproperties of organic compounds,utilizing modern instrumentaltechniques. Independent laboratorywork may be arranged.3 credits. (2 hours of lecture; 4 hoursof Laboratory). Prerequisite: Ch 232

Ch 334 Physical Organic ChemistryMolecular orbital theory in organicchemistry, orbital symmetry andstereoelectronic selection rules, ratetheory, kinetic isotope effects,carbonium ions and rearrangements,acid-base catalysis, quantitativecorrelations of reactivity and otherselected topics.3 credits. Prerequisites: Ch 232 andCh 261

Ch 340 BiochemistryThis course in the fundamentals ofbiochemistry will cover the following:Chemistry of carbohydrates, lipids,amino acids, proteins, and nucleotides;bioenergetics; kinetics andmechanisms of enzymes; and anintroduction to molecular genetics,and biochemical dynamics of DNAand RNA.3 credits. Prerequisites: Bio 101 andCh 231

Ch 363 Advanced PhysicalChemistryModern applications of physicalchemistry and chemical physics aredeveloped. Topics covered include:Quantum and classical statisticalmechanics, phase space, andfluctuations. Intermolecular forces andtheir experimental/theoreticaldetermination. Computationalmolecular modeling, including ab initio,semiempirical and molecularmechanics predictions of molecularproperties, as well as Monte Carlo andmolecular dynamics methods. Someprojects will require computerprogramming. Applications to liquids,nanoclusters, polymers, surfaceadsorbates and biomolecules areconsidered. Guest speakers fromacademia and industry are invited toshare their perspectives.3 credits. Prerequisites: Ch 261 andCh 262, or permission from instructor

Ch 364 Solid-State ChemistrySolid-state reactions; nucleation anddiffusion theory; thin films of elementsand compounds; current topics.3 credits. Prerequisite: Ch 262

Ch 365 Chemical KineticsFundamental study of chemicalreaction systems in gaseous andcondensed phases; absolute ratetheory; collision theory; energeticsfrom molecular and macroscopicviewpoints. Experimental ratetechniques, interpretation ofexperimental data. Reactionmechanisms and models for complexand elementary reactions.Homogeneous and surface catalysis;enzyme-controlled reaction rates.3 credits. Prerequisite: Ch 262

Ch 370 Inorganic ChemistryThe vast and fascinating chemistry ofinorganic compounds and materialswill be covered. Atomic structure andthe periodic table; molecular symmetryand spectroscopy selection rules;coordination chemistry; ligand-fieldtheory and other electrostatic bondingmodels; superacids; reactionmechanisms; organometallic chemistry;chemistry of the heavy elements;nuclear chemistry. Chemistry andphysics of ionic and molecular solids;atomic and molecular clusters;chemisorption and physisorption ofsurface-bound species; cagecompounds and catalysts; bioinorganicchemistry. A useful course for chemicalengineers to extend their knowledgeof inorganic chemistry beyond thecontent of Ch 110. Stronglyrecommended for students interestedin graduate work in chemistry.3 credits. Prerequisites: Ch 110,Ch 160, Ch 231 and Ch 261

Ch 380 Selected Topics inChemistryStudy of topics relatedto specialized areas as well asadvanced fundamentals.2-6 credits. Prerequisite: Chemistryfaculty approval required

Ch 391 Research Problem IAn elective course available to anyqualified and interested studentirrespective of year or major. Studentsmay approach a faculty member andapply to carry out independentresearch on problems of mutualinterest, in pure or applied chemistry.Topics may range from the completelypractical to the highly theoretical, andeach student is encouraged to docreative work on his or her own withfaculty guidance.3 credits. Prerequisite: permissionof research adviser and student’sadviser(s)

Ch 392 to 398 Research Problem IIto VIIIThis is intended to allow students tocontinue ongoing research.3 credits each. Prerequisite: permissionof research adviser and student’sadviser(s)

GraduateCh 440 Biochemistry II(continuation of Ch 340)Discussion of metabolism: Glycolysis,Glycogen Metabolism, Transportthrough membranes includingATP-Driven Active Transport and IonGradient-Driven Active Transport,Citric Acid Cycle, Electron Transportand Oxidative Phosphorylation, LipidMetabolism including Fatty AcidOxidation and Biosynthesis,Cholesterol Metabolism, ArachidonateMetabolism: Prostaglandins,Prostacyclins, Thromboxanes andLeukotrienes; DNA Repair andRecombination, Eukaryotic GeneExpression including ChromosomeStructure, Genomic Organization,Control of Expression, CellDifferentiation.3 credits. Prerequisite: Ch 340

ComputerScienceCS 102 Introduction to ComputerScienceIntroduction to Engineering ProblemSolving using algorithms and theirdesign. Logics and basic analysistechniques are explored usingprogramming languages C and Python.Students will also master one or moresignificant engineering designpackages such as MATLAB, AUTOCAD,Solid Works, etc. Projects will beassigned.3 credits. Prerequisites: none


MathematicsCourses

UndergraduateMa 110 Introduction to LinearAlgebraVectors in two- and three-dimensions,vector algebra, inner product, crossproduct and applications. Analyticgeometry in three dimensions: lines,planes, spheres. Matrix algebra;solution of system of linear equations,determinants, inverses.2 credits. Prerequisites: none

Ma 111 Calculus IFunctions; limit of functions, continuity.The derivative and its applications:curve sketching, maxima and minima,related rates, velocity and accelerationin one dimension; trigonometric,exponential, logarithmic and hyperbolicfunctions. Definite and indefiniteintegrals; area, the fundamentaltheorem, techniques of integration.4 credits. Prerequisites: none

Ma 113 Calculus IIApplications of definite integrals: area,volume, improper integrals, work, arclength, surface area, centroid. Polarcoordinates. Parametric curves in twoand three dimensions: velocity, speedand accelerations. Partial derivativesand the chain rule, properties of thegradient. Maxima and minima.Sequences and series: convergenceof sequences and series, Taylor andMaclaurin series, power series.4 credits. Prerequisite: Ma 111;prerequisite or corequisite: Ma 110

Ma 151.1 Mathematics in ArtThis course deals with the periodbeginning with Pythagoras in ancientGreece and goes up to the present day.Topics include: Goedel’s incompletenesstheorem. Euclidean and non-Euclideangeometries, infinity, paradoxes, soapfilm experiments. Also discussed areblack holes, the Big-Bang theory,relativity and quantum theory. Thecourse is open to all Cooper Unionstudents but is primarily orientedtoward making the above-mentionedconcepts comprehensive to those withvery little mathematics in theirbackground. Engineering studentsshould see the Mathematics facultyand their adviser(s) for permission totake this course. The relatedness ofseemingly distant fields (science, art,mathematics, music) is a central themeof the course.3 credits. Prerequisites: none

Ma 163-164 Calculus and AnalyticGeometry I, IISecond year mathematics course forarchitecture students. Emphasis is ontopics that involve the mathematicalapproach to geometrical and physicalrelationships and on basic conceptsand applications of calculus offunctions of one and two variables.3 credits each semester. Cannot beused to satisfy any degree requirementin the School of Engineering.Prerequisites: none

Ma 223 Vector CalculusDouble and triple integrals and theirapplications. Vector fields. Gradient,divergence and curl. Line and surfaceintegrals. Theorems of Green, Gaussand Stokes. Path independence ofline integrals.2 credits. Prerequisites: Ma 110 andMa 113. Usually given in fall andspring semesters

Ma 224 ProbabilitySample spaces. Random variables.Probability. Distribution and densityfunctions. Expectation. Mean andvariance. Moments and generatingfunction. Central limit theorem.2 credits. Prerequisite: Ma 113;corequisite: Ma 223. Usually given inboth fall and spring semesters

Ma 224.1 Probability and StatisticsThis course deals with sample spaces,random variables, probability.Distribution and density functions.Expectation. Mean and variance.Moments and generating function.Central limit theorem. Point estimation.Confidence intervals. Hypothesis tests.Chi-square. ANOA. Estimations,sampling theory.3 credits. Prerequisite: Ma 113;corequisite Ma 223

Ma 240 Ordinary and PartialDifferentialEquations Ordinary differentialequations of the first order. Linearequations of higher order with constantcoefficients. Power series solutions.Laplace transformation. Fourier series.Partial differential equations: methodof separations of variables, applicationsto vibration and heat flow.3 credits. Prerequisite: Ma 113

Ma 326 Linear AlgebraFinite-dimensional vector spaces.Linear independence. Dimension.Basis. Subspaces. Inner product.Matrices. Rank. Determinant. Systemsof linear equations. Matrix algebra.Coordinate transformation. Orthogonalmatrices. Linear transformation.Eigenvalues and eigenvectors.Quadratic forms. Canonical form.3 credits. Prerequisite: Ma 223

Ma 336 Mathematical StatisticsStatistical central limit theorem.Decision theory. Estimation: propertiesof estimators, point estimation,confidence intervals. Hypothesistesting: simple and compositehypothesis, Neyman-Pearson lemma,sequential methods, relationship toestimation. Normal distribution tests:t-test, chi-square, F-test. Introductionto non-parametric methods, regressionand analysis of variance.3 credits. Prerequisites: Ma 223and Ma 224

Ma 337 Operations ResearchLinear programming, simplex method,graphs and network theory, dynamicprogramming, game theory, queues,variational techniques, duality, Markovchains, Monte Carlo simulation,decision theory. Special topicsdepending on student interest, possiblyincluding language questions, integerprogramming, nonlinear programmingand topics from mathematical biology,econometrics and other applicationsof mathematics to the sciences andsocial sciences.3 credits. Prerequisite: Ma 224

Ma 341 Differential GeometryTheory of curves and surfaces,curvature, torsion, mean and Gaussiancurvatures length, area, geodesics,1st and 2nd quadratic forms, conformalmapping, minimal surfaces, tensorformulation and applications.3 credits. Prerequisites: Ma 223 andpermission of instructor

Ma 344 Tensor AnalysisTensor algebra, covariant andcontravariant tensors, metric tensors,Christoffel symbols and applications.3 credits. Prerequisite: Ma 326

Ma 345 Functions of a ComplexVariableTopological properties of complexplane, complex analytic functions,Cauchy-Riemann equations, lineintegrals, Cauchy’s integral theoremand formula. Taylor series, uniformconvergence, residues, analyticcontinuation, conformal mappings andapplications.3 credits. Prerequisite: Ma 223

Ma 347 Modern AlgebraSets and mappings, the integers: wellordering, induction residue classarithmetic, Euler-Fermat theorems.Permutation groups: cyclicdecompositions. transpositions,conjugate classes of permutations.Abstract groups: morphisms,subgroups, cyclic groups, cosetdecompositions. Factor andisomorphism theorems. Direct productsof groups. Sylow’s theorems.3 credits. Prerequisite: Ma 326

Ma 350 Advanced Calculus ISets and functions, topologicalproperties of real line, continuity anduniform continuity, differentiability,mean value theorems, the Riemann-Stieltjes integral and Taylor’s theorem.3 credits. Prerequisite: Ma 223

Ma 351 Advanced Calculus IIUniform convergence. Differentitationof transformations, inverse and implicitfunction theorems. Applications togeometry and analysis.3 credits. Prerequisite: Ma 350

Ma 352 Discrete MathematicsRelations. Mathematical structures.Number theory. Algorithms. Complexityof algorithms. Cryptology. Recurrencerelations. Graph theory. A shortest-pathalgorithm. Planar graphs. Trees. Amaximal flow algorithm. Finite-stateautomata. Languages and grammars.Turing machines. The Church-Turingthesis. Unsolvable problems.3 credits. Prerequisite: Ma 110

Ma 370 Selected Topics InMathematicsThis is a seminar course involvingdiscussion of topics in pure or appliedmathematics that will be chosen bymutual agreement between thestudents and the instructor. Studentswill work independently on projectsthat may be of special interest to them.3 credits. Prerequisites: Ma 326 andpermission of the mathematics faculty

Ma 381 SeminarIndividual investigation of selectedtopics in pure or applied mathematics,centered on a subject to be agreed onbetween students and the facultyleader. Emphasis will be on training inindependent reading of mathematicalliterature, oral presentations and groupdiscussions of the theory and problems.Credits and class hours to bedetermined by faculty on individualbasis. Prerequisite: Ma 223

Ma 382 Seminar (continuationof Ma 381)Credits to be determined by faculty onindividual basis. Prerequisite: Ma 381


Ma 391 Research Problem 1An elective course available toqualified upper division students.Students may approach a facultymember and apply to carry outindependent research on problems ofmutual interest in pure or appliedmathematics. Each student isencouraged to do independent creativework with faculty guidance.3 credits. Prerequisites: Ma 240 andpermission of research adviser

Ma 392 Research Problem 2Continuation of Ma 391This is intended to allow students tocontinue ongoing research.3 credits. Prerequisites: Ma 391 andpermission of research adviser

GraduateMa 401 Boundary Value ProblemsOrthogonal polynomials, Fourier series;properties of Legendre polynomialsand Bessel functions. Applicationsto the wave equation and thedifferential equations of heat transferin several dimensions.3 credits. Prerequisites: Ma 223 andMa 240

Ma 402 Numerical AnalysisTechniques for the solutions of ordinaryand partial differential equations, theclassical problems of linear algebra,integration and systems of nonlinearequations. Error analysis, convergenceand stability theory. Courseassignments will include use ofcomputing facilities.3 credits. Prerequisites: Ma 223 andMa 240

Ma 403 Special Topics in AppliedMathematicsIntroduction to the general theory ofpartial differential equations; existenceand uniqueness of solutions; integralequations; computational techniquesusing finite-element and probabilisticmethods. Other current topics inengineering may be included also.3 credits. Prerequisites: Ma 223 andMa 240

Ma 415 Wavelets andMultiresolution Imaging (sameas ECE 415)3 credits. Prerequisites: ECE 114 andMa 326 or permission of instructor

Ma 417 Mathematics of MedicalImagingMathematical basis for various medicalimaging methods including CT, MRI,PET. Radon transform, tomography(recovery from projections), inverseproblems, artifacts and noise.Mathematical physics of related topicssuch as wave propagation, signalgeneration and detection, quantummechanics.3 credits. Prerequisites: Ma 240,Ma 326 or permission of instructor

Ma 470 Selected Advanced Topicsin MathematicsSelected topics in Mathematics treatedat an advanced level.Credits to be determined byMathematics faculty. Prerequisites:Ma 326 and permission offaculty member

PhysicsCourses

UndergraduatePh 112 Physics I: MechanicsStatic equilibrium, kinematics,Newton’s Law’s, non-inertial frames ofreference, system of particles, workand energy, linear and angularmomentum, rigid body motion,conservation laws, oscillation.4 credits. Prerequisites: Ma 110, Ma111; corequisite: Ma 113

Ph 151 Optics: The Physical Basisof What Is SeenThis course is intended primarily forstudents in the Schools of Art andArchitecture. It requires littlemathematical background, but muchinterest in such questions as: Why aresunsets red? Why does colorless rainsplatter dark on the pavement? Howdo one-way mirrors work? Topics willinclude light and color; mirrors, lensesand optical devices; reflection,refraction, absorption, emission,interference, diffraction andpolarization of light; addition andsubtraction of “color,” the visualresponse of the eye. There also willbe special topics based upon studentinterest. Emphasis will be on scientificconcepts and their application tooptical and visual phenomena.3 credits. Cannot be used to satisfyany degree requirement in theSchool of Engineering. Prerequisite:none

Ph 165 Concepts of Physics IAn introduction to physics with anemphasis on statics and dynamics.2 credits. Prerequisites: Ma 160, CS102; corequisite: Ma 163. Cannot beused to satisfy any degree requirementin the School of Engineering

Ph 166 Concepts of Physics II(continuation of Ph 165)Additional topics include optics,waves and an introduction to structuralanalysis.2 credits. Cannot be used to satisfy anydegree requirement in the School ofEngineering. Prerequisite: Ph 165;corequisite: Ma 164.

Ph 213 Physics II: ElectromagneticPhenomenaOscillations; transverse andlongitudinal waves. Electric fields;Gauss’ Law; electric potential;capacitance; D.C. circuits; magneticfields; Faraday’s law; inductance; A.C.circuits; electromagnetic waves.4 credits. Prerequisite: Ph 112;corequisite: Ma 223

Ph 214 Physics III: Optics andModern PhysicsGeometric and physical optics. Specialtheory of relativity. The quantum theoryof light. The quantum theory of matter.Atomic structure. Nuclear structureand radioactivity.3 credits. Prerequisite: Ph 213

Ph 215 Microcontroller Projectsin PhysicsThis course will introduce students tothe Arduino prototyping platform,diverse sensors and output devicesthat may be interfaced to the Arduino,and the programming languages(“Arduino” and “Processing”) requiredfor stand-alone operation or interactionwith an attached PC. A typical projectwill involve developing hardware andassociated software that requires thestudy of, and ultimately illustrates,basic physics principles—for example,the construction of a self-focusingtelescope. Ideally, student projects willbe integrated into the physics lecturecourses as demonstration apparatus.The basics of circuit theory that arerequired for this course will be taughtto those who have not yet completedPh 213. (Students need not be skilledprogrammers or have any priorknowledge of circuits for this course.)3 credits. Prerequisites: CS102, Ph112,and permission of instructor

Ph 235 Physics SimulationsStudents will be taught how tonumerically solve ordinary differentialequations using 4th order techniquessuch as Runge-Kutta and Adams-Bashforth-Moulton in the Pythonprogramming language. Thesetechniques will be used to solvediverse physics problems not amenableto simple analytical solution, such as n-body gravitational motion, the motionof charged particles in a magneticbottle, the behavior of a car’ssuspension on a bumpy road. Emphasisis placed on physically accuratemodeling (e.g. satisfying conservationlaws to high accuracy) and theeffective use of computergraphics/animation for thepresentation of results. (Students neednot have significant programmingexperience for this course.)3 credits. Prerequisites: CS102, Ph112,Ma113, and permission of instructor

Ph 291 Introductory PhysicsLaboratoryPhysical measurements and analysisof experimental data. The experimentstest and apply some basic principlesselected from the following fields:mechanics, sound, electromagnetism,optics and modern physics.Experiments and topics may vary eachsemester. Digital and analog laboratory


instruments; computer acquisition andanalysis of data. Estimate ofsystematic and random error,propagation of error, interpretation ofresults. This course complements threelecture courses, Ph 112, Ph 213, Ph 214.1.5 credits. Prerequisite: Ph 112;corequisites: Ph 213, Ma 240

Ph 327 Topics in Modern PhysicsSeminar course with studentparticipation in several topics ofcurrent interest in experimental andtheoretical science.3 credits. Prerequisite: Ph 214

Ph 330/EID 330 Introduction toNeurophysiology and theBiophysics of Neural ComputationThis course will introduce students tothe fundamentals of neurophysiologythrough a combination of traditionalclassroom instruction and laboratories.Each topic covered will include aphysiological introduction, laboratoryexploration, physical/mathematicalanalysis and computer modeling.Topics include biophysics of singleneurons (e.g., ion movement throughcell membranes, generation of actionpotentials, synapses andneurotransmitters), Hodgkin-Huxleyand other related models of neuralexcitability, signal detection and signalreconstruction and neural coding insensory systems. In the laboratories,students will learn a variety ofextracellular and intracellularexperimental techniques usinginvertebrate preparations. The class willculminate with an independent project.3 credits. Prerequisites: Ph 213, Ph214, Ph 291, Ma 240 and permissionof instructor

Ph 346 Quantum Physics of SolidsWhy do silicon, calcite and copperhave very different properties eventhough they have similar densities ofelectrons? The answer is quantummechanics and its application to bandtheory. Band theory provides some ofthe most direct tests of quantummechanics. The course will develop thetheory to explain thermal and electricalproperties of everyday materials. Weshall see how quantum mechanics andFermi statistics successfully explainedthese properties when classicalphysics could not. The course willprovide the concepts and quantummechanical training needed tounderstand, for example, the workingsof semiconductor devices. It will alsoprovide theoretical understandings ofmaterial properties like thermal andelectrical conductivity, opticalreflection and transmission coefficientsthat you have seen in mechanics, E&Mand modern physics. Topics covered

will include: Drude and SommerfieldModels; Bloch’s Theorem and periodicpotentials; the nearly free electronmodel; tight binding model; bandstructures; semiconductors andinsulators; band structure engineering.The mathematics required tounderstand the concepts will bedeveloped as we go through the topics.3 credits. Prerequisites: Ph 112, Ph213, and Ph 214

Ph 360 Special Projects in PhysicsSpecial projects in experimental ortheoretical physics.Credits and prerequisites determinedin each case by the physics faculty

Ph 370 AstrophysicsA quantitative introduction toastronomy and astrophysics with anemphasis on understanding thephysical processes underlyingastronomical phenomena. Topicsinclude: stellar formation, structure andevolution; interacting binaries; whitedwarfs; neutron stars and black holes;star clusters; interstellar medium;galactic structure and evolution;quasars and active galactic nuclei;galactic clusters; cosmology. Priorknowledge of astronomy is notnecessary.3 credits. Prerequisite: Permission ofinstructor

GraduatePh 429 Deterministic Chaos withEngineering ApplicationsA simple mathematical formalismexplains how a nonlinear system withno random element may be intrinsicallyunpredictable even when its governingequations are known. The mathematicsof chaos (including fractals) will bepresented, with applications drawnfrom mechanical, biological, chemicalprocesses; the weather; electriccircuits; lasers; general relativity;models of war; the economy; thespread of epidemics, etc.3 credits. Prerequisites: Ph 214,Ma 113 (Ma 240 preferred) and CS 102

Ph 462 Nuclear PhysicsHistorical introduction, relativitykinematics, basic nuclear properties,nuclear chain reactions,phenomenological nuclear models (shell,liquid drop and collective), equationof state (with computer exercises), anoverview of particle physics, quantumchromodynamics, standard model,current research topics (neutron stars,big-bang nucleosynthesis, heavy-ioncollider experiments).3 credits. Prerequisites: Ph 214, Ma240 and permission of instructor

FACULTYAdministration

Simon Ben-Avi, Acting Dean;Associate Dean

Alan Wolf, Director of Safety,Campuswide

Christopher LentDirector of Academic ComputingAssistant to the Dean forStudent Advisement

Gerardo del Cerro, Director,Assessment and Evaluation

Daria SapienzaAdministrative Associate to the Dean

Susan M. DorseyAdministrative AssociateEngineering Student Support,Dean’s OfficeDirector, Outreach Programs

Cynthia Hartling,Administrative Assistant,Dean’s OfficeAssociate Director,Study Abroad Program

Maureen Deol, Secretary,Electrical Engineering,Mathematics and Physics Faculties

Elizabeth Leon, Secretary,Chemical Engineering andChemistry Faculties

Maria Jimenez, Secretary,Civil and MechanicalEngineering Faculties

Audio-Visual ResourceAccess Center (AVRAC)

Paul Tummolo, Multimedia specialist

Sara Foley, Senior Audio-VisualTechnician

Bernie Brandell, Technician

Department ofInformation Technology

Robert P. HopkinsChief Technology Officer andDirector of the Computer Center;Associate Professor of Mathematics

Gearoid Dolan, Senior AcademicAssociate (Art)

Jeff Hakner, Assistant Directorof Telecommunications

Ian Hochstead, Information TechnologySupport Specialist

John A. Kibbe, Associate Directorof Administrative Systems

Christopher Lent, Assistant Directorof Academic Computing

Paul Tummolo, Manager of Multimedia

Brian Cusack, Senior SystemsSoftware Engineer

Wayne Adams, Senior Technician

Dennis Delgado, Technical Assistant

John Enxuto, Technical Assistant

Nelson Figallo, Technical Assistant

Marget Long, Technical Assistant

Lawrence Mesich, Technical Assistant

Keith Ng, Senior Academic Supportfor Architecture and Engineering

C.V. Starr Research Foundation

Jamshed Bharucha, C.E.O.

Yashodhan C. Risbud, Director

Simon Ben-Avi, C.V. Starr Professorof Research

Robert Dell, Reasearch Fellow

TC Westcott, Treasurer

Sarah Lerner, Secretary Assistant

The Aba and Leja LefkowitzProgram forProfessional Development

Richard Stock, Director,CONNECT ProgramCoordinator for ProfessionalDevelopment Seminar

John Osburn, Associate DirectorCONNECT Program


Professors

Om AgrawalProfessor and Chair of MathematicsB.A., Kalahandi College, India;M.A., Sambalpur University, India;M.A., Ph.D., SUNY at Stony Brook

Jameel AhmadGeorge Fox Professor of UrbanInfrastructure Design, and Chairof Civil EngineeringB.S., Punjab University, Pakistan;M.S., University of Hawaii;Ph.D., University of Pennsylvania

Paul M. BailynProfessor of MathematicsB.M.E., The Cooper Union;M.S., Ph.D., New York University,Courant Institute of MathematicalSciences

Simon Ben-AviProfessor of Electrical Engineering;Acting Dean; Associate DeanC.V. Starr Professor of ResearchB.Sc. (Hons.), M.Sc., M.Phil.,The University of Manchester, Instituteof Science and Technology;Ph.D., The Queen Victoria Universityof Manchester, England; C.Eng.

Irving BrazinskyJack and Lewis Rudin Professor ofChemical Engineering and ChairB.Ch.E., The Cooper Union;M.S., Lehigh University;Sc.D., Massachusetts Instituteof Technology

Joseph C. CataldoProfessor of Civil EngineeringB.C.E., M.S.C.E., Ph.D., City Universityof New York; P.E.

Toby J. CumberbatchProfessor of Electrical EngineeringB.Sc.(Hons.), M.Sc., Ph.D., University ofManchester Institute of Science andTechnology; C.Eng.

Fred L. FontaineJesse Sherman Professorof Electrical Engineering andChair of Electrical EngineeringB.E., M.E., The Cooper Union;M.S., New York University, CourantInstitute of Mathematical Sciences;Ph.D., Stevens Institute of Technology

Vito A. GuidoProfessor of Civil EngineeringB.S.C.E., M.S.C.E., Ph.D., PolytechnicUniversity; P.E.

Andrea NewmarkProfessor and Chair of ChemistryB.A., Queens College, CUNY;M.S., Ph.D., Columbia University

O. Charles OkoraforProfessor of Chemical EngineeringB.Sc., University of Lagos;M.A.Sc., Ph.D., Universityof British Columbia

George W. SidebothamProfessor of Mechanical EngineeringB.S., Trinity College;M.A., Ph.D., Princeton University

Richard J. StockProfessor of Chemical EngineeringB.Sc (Hons), University ofNottingham, England;M.S., Ph.D., West Virginia University

Robert TopperProfessor of ChemistryB.S., Florida State University;Ph.D. Yale University

Cosmas TzavelisProfessor of Civil EngineeringDiploma, National Technical Universityof Athens, Greece;M.S., M.Phil., Ph.D., ColumbiaUniversity; P.E.

Leonid VulakhProfessor of MathematicsM.A., Ph.D., Moscow State University,USSR

Chih-Shing WeiGeorge Clark Professor of MechanicalEngineering and ChairB.S., National Chung HsingUniversity, Taiwan;M.S., SUNY at Buffalo; Ph.D., GeorgiaInstitute of Technology

Alan N. WolfProfessor and Chair of PhysicsB.S., SUNY at Stony Brook;M.A., Ph.D., University of Texas;J.D. Yeshiva University (CSL)

Constantine YapijakisProfessor of Civil EngineeringDiploma, National Technical Universityof Athens, Greece;M.S., New York University;Ph.D., Polytechnic University; P.E.


Robert P. HopkinsAssociate Professor of MathematicsB.S., St. Joseph’s College, Indiana;M.B.A., Fordham University

Stuart KirtmanAssociate Professor ofElectrical EngineeringB.E., M.E., The Cooper Union;Ph.D., Brown University

Carl SableAssociate Professor ofComputer EngineeringB.S.E.E., Princeton University;M.S., Ph.D., Columbia University

Robert W. SmythAssociate Professor of MathematicsB.S., The Cooper Union;M.S. New York University;Ph.D., Rutgers University

David M. WoottonAssociate Professor ofMechanical EngineeringB.S.M.E., Cornell University;M.S., Massachusetts Instituteof Technology;Ph.D., Georgia Institute of Technology


Melody BaglioneAssistant Professor ofMechanical EngineeringB.S.M.E., Michigan TechnologicalUniversity;Ph.D., University of Michigan

Kausik ChatterjeeAssistant Professor ofElectrical EngineeringB.E.E., Jadavpur University,Calcutta, India;Master of Nuclear Engineering, I.I.T.,Kanpur, India;Ph.D., Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute

George J. DelagrammatikasAssistant Professor ofMechanical EngineeringB.M.E., Massuchessets Instituteof Technology;M.S.M.E., Ph.D., Universityof Michigan

Benjamin J. DavisAssistant Professor ofChemical EngineeringB.S., Cornell University;Ph.D., U.C.L.A.

Sam KeeneAssistant Professior ofElectrical EngineeringB.S., Boston University;M.S., Columbia University;Ph.D., Boston University

Daniel H. LepekAssistant Professor ofChemical EngineeringB.E., The Cooper Union;Ph.D., New Jersey Institute ofTecnology

Eric G. LimaAssistant Professor ofMechanical EngineeringB.A., SUNY Purchase;B.E., The Cooper Union;Ph.D., Columbia University

Stanislav MintchevAssistant Professor of MathematicsB.S., George Washington University;M.S., Ph.D., New York University,Courant Institute of MathematicalSciences

Ruben SavizkyAssistant Professor of ChemistryB.E., The Cooper Union;M.S., Ph.D., Yale University

Robert R. UglesichAssistant Professor of PhysicsB.S., California Institute of Technology;Ph.D., Columbia University

Adjunct Professors

Zinoviy AkkermanAdjunct Professor of PhysicsM.S., Novosibirsk State University,Russia;Ph.D., Institute of SemiconductorPhysics, Russia

Robert BarrettAdjunct Associate Professorof Industrial EngineeringB.E., Pratt Institute;M.S., New York University

Ines BasaloAdjunct Professor of Civil EngineeringB.Sc., Universidad Bolivar, VenezualaM.S., Ph.D. Columbia University

Alan D. BerenbaumAdjunct Professor ofComputer EngineeringB.A., Yale University;M.A., Princeton University

Scott N. BondiAdjunct Professor ofMechanical EngineeringB.S., Polytechnic University;M.S., Ph.D., Georgia Instituteof Technology

John L. BovéAdjunct Professor of ChemistryB.A., M.S., Bucknell University;Ph.D., Case-Western ReserveUniversity


G.V. ChandrashekharAdjunct Professor ChemistryB.Sc., M.Sc., University of Mysore,India;Ph.D. Indian Institute of Technology

Dong ChangAdjunct Professor of Civil EngineeringB.E., M.E., The Cooper Union;Ph.D., Columbia University; P.E.Michael I. CheikinAdjunct Professor ofBiomedical EngineeringB.A., SUNY at Stony Brook;M.D., SUNY Downstate

Bryan ConroyAdjunct Professor ofElectrical EngineeringB.E., M.E., The Cooper Union;Ph.D., Princeton University

Sean CusackAdjunct Assistant Professorof Computer ScienceB.S., The Cooper Union

Brian CusackAdjunct Associate Professorof Mechanical EngineeringB.E., M.E., The Cooper Union

Partha P. DebroyAdjunct Professor of PhysicsB.S., M.S., Calcutta;M.S., Ph.D., Carnegie MellonUniversity

Robert DellAdjunct Professor of MechanicalEngineering;Director, Laboratory for EnergyReclamation and InnovationB.S., SUNY Oneonta;M.F.A., SUNY New Paltz

Ketan DodhiaAdjunct Associate Professorof Civil EngineeringB.E., The Cooper Union;M.S., Cornell University;P.E.

William DonahueAdjunct Associate Professorof Electrical EngineeringB.E., M.E., The Cooper Union

David EisAdjunct Associate Professorof Electrical EngineeringB.E., The Cooper Union;M.S., Princeton University

Adam HapijAdjunct Associate Professorof Civil EngineeringB.E., M.E., The Cooper Union;P.E.

Lawrence S. HausmanAdjunct Associate Professorof Electrical EngineeringB.E., The Cooper Union;M.S., Polytechnic University

Timothy R. HoerningAdjunct Associate Professorof Electrical EngineeringB.E., M.E., The Cooper Union

Neil JackmanAdjunct Professor ofElectrical EngineeringB.E., SUNY;M.S.E.E., Columbia University;Ph.D., Stevens Institute of Technology

Kevin S. KolackAdjunct Professor of ChemistryB.S., University of Virginia;Ph.D., Indiana University

Yevgeniy KrasnitskyAdjunct Associate Professor of PhysicsB.A., Boston University;M.S., New York University

Steven KreisAdjunct Associate Professor of PhysicsB.S., University of Missouri;M.S., Hunter College

Ian J. KremenicAdjunct Associate Professorof Biomedical EngineeringB.E., M.E., The Cooper Union

Lembit KuttAdjunct Professor ofMechanical EngineeringB.E., The Cooper Union;M.S., M.Phil., Ph.D., ColumbiaUniversity

Christopher P. LentAdjunct Associate Professorof Computer ScienceB.E., M.E., The Cooper Union

Michael ManninoAdjunct Associate Professorof Mechanical EngineeringB.E., M.E., The Cooper Union

Ericson MarAdjunct Associate Professorof Mechanical EngineeringB.E., M.E., The Cooper Union

Robert MaranoAdjunct Associate Professorof Electrical EngineeringB.E., The Cooper Union;M.S.E.E., University of Pennsylvania

Lawrence O’GormanAdjunct Professorof Electrical EngineergB.A.Sc., University of Ottowa, Canada;M.S., University of Washington;Ph.D., Carnegie Mellon University

Karl OrishimoAdjunct Associate Professor ofBiomedical EngineeringB.S.E., University of Pennsylvania;M.S., Univeristy of Virginia

Katherine M. PanchykAdjunct Assistant Professorof GraphicsB.S., B.Arch., CUNY City College

Nalini K. RathaAdjunct Professor of Computer ScienceB.Sc., M.Sc., India Institute ofTechnology, India;Ph.D., University of Michigan

John M. RazukasAdjunct Professor of GraphicsB.S., M.S., Polytechnic University; P.E.

Griffin ReillyAdjunct Associate Professorof Mechanical EngineeringB.E., M.E., The Cooper Union

Yashodhan C. RisbudAdjunct Associate Professorof Electrical EngineeringB.E., M.E., The Cooper Union

Gerard RyanAdjunct Associate Professorof Computer ScienceB.E., The Cooper Union;M.A., Rutgers University

Eric SchweitzerAdjunct Associate Professorof MathematicsB.S., M.A., SUNY Stony Brook

Carl S. SelingerAdjunct Professor of Civil EngineeringB.E., The Cooper Union;Certificate in Highway Transportation,Yale University;M.E., Polytechnic University

Omar A. SharafeddinAdjunct Professor of ChemistryB.S., Baylor University;Ph.D., University of Houston

Stanley M. ShinnersAdjunct Professor ofElectrical EngineeringB.E.E., CUNY City College;M.S.E.E., Columbia University; P.E.

Susan T. SilkAdjunct Professor ChemistryB.Ch.E., City College of New York;Ph.D., New York University

Robert SmilowitzAdjunct Professor of Civil EngineeringB.E., The Cooper Union;Ph.D., University of Illinois; P.E.

Daniel M. SpeyerAdjunct Professor ofMechanical EngineeringB.E., M.E., Ph.D., New York University

Leonid SrubshchikAdjunct Professor of MathematicsB.S., M.S., Rostov State University,USSR;Ph.D., FSU Institute of Mathematics,USSR

Thomas Synnott, IIIAdjunct Professor ofIndustrial EngineeringB.A., Williams College;M.A., Ph.D., Yale University

Meskerem TesfayeAdjunct Professor ofElectrical EngineeringB.S.E.E., University of Washington;M.S.E.E., Ph.D., Stevens Instituteof Technology

Leonard TevlinAdjunct Professor of PhysicsB.S., Moscow University;M.Phil, Ph.D., New York University

Steven UngarAdjunct Professor ofElectrical EngineeringB.E., The Cooper Union;M.S., Ph.D., Stanford University

Joseph ViolaAdjunct Associate Professorof Civil EngineeringB.E., M.E., The Cooper Union;P.E.

Yi WangAdjunct Professor ofBiomedical EngineeringB.S., Fudan University, China;M.S., Ph.D., University of Wisconsin

David Birdsong WeilandAdjunct Professor of MathematicsB.S., University of N. Carolina;Ph.D., Washington University

Carl WeimanAdjunct Professor ofMechanical EngineeringB.S., Yale University;M.A., University of So. Florida;Ph.D., Ohio State University

Samuel WeinerAdjunct Professor of ChemistryB.S., M.A., Brooklyn College;M.S., Pace University

Hui (Grace) YuAdjunct Professor ofMechanical EngineeringB.S., Wuhan Institute ofChemical Engineering;M.S., Huazhong Universityof Science and Technology;Ph.D., Hong Kong Universityof Science and Technology;Ph.D., Boston University

Martin S. ZubatkinAdjunct Associate Professor ofCivil EngineeringB.E., Cooper UnionM.S., Carnegie Mellon University


Visiting Professors

Steven SimonVisiting Assistant Professor ofMathematicsB.A., Yale UniversityPh.D. New York University

David OrbachVisiting Assistant Professorof Mechanical EngineeringB.S., Cornell University;M.S., University of Rochester;M.D., Ross University Schoolof Medicine

Emeriti

Eleanor BaumDean EmeritusB.E.E., CUNY City College;M.E.E., Ph.D., Polytechnic Institute ofNew York

Shang-I ChengProfessor of ChemicalEngineering EmeritusB.S., National Chekiang University;M.S., Ph.D., University of Florida

Wallace ChinitzProfessor of Mechanical EngineeringEmeritusB.M.E., CUNY City College;M.M.E., Ph.D., Polytechnic University

Ralph L. KnappProfessor of Electrical EngineeringEmeritusB.E., The Cooper Union;M.S., Columbia University

Jean Le MéeProfessor of Mechanical EngineeringEmeritusB.S., Ecole Nationale de la MarineMarchande, Nantes;M.S., Ph.D., Carnegie MellonUniversity

Melvin SandlerJesse Sherman Professor ofElectrical EngineeringB.E.E., M.E.E., Ph.D., PolytechnicUniversity

Arsete J. LucchesiProfessor of Mathematics EmeritusAssociate Dean EmeritusB.S., Queens College New York;M.S., New York University

Gerry WeissProfessor of Electrical EngineeringEmeritusB.E., The Cooper Union;S.M., Harvard University;D.E.E., Polytechnic University; P.E.

Technicians

Patrick Chiu, TechnicianChemistry Laboratories

John Consiglio, TechnicianMechanical Engineering Laboratories

Glenn Gross, SupervisorElectrical Engineering Laboratories

Sinisa Janjusevic, TechnicianStudent Machine Shop

Victoria Joyce, TechnicianChemistry Laboratories

Dion Lutz, TechnicianKanbar Center for BiomedicalEngineering

Aladino Melendez, TechnicianElectrical Engineering Laboratories

Jorge Ortega, SeniorLaboratory TechnicianMechanical Engineering Laboratories

Michael Schaff, TechnicianMachine Shop

Luis Vega, TechnicianCivil Engineering Laboratories

Michael Westbrook, TechnicianChemical Engineering Laboratories

Engineering Advisory Council

Joel R. Alper (CE’58)President and C.E.O.Mobile Datacom Corporation

Robert M. Aquilina (CE’78)Co-chairman and GeneralManagement AdviserFlag Telecom

Robert BernhardC.E.O.Munn Bernhard & Associates

Kevin Burke (EE’72)President and C.E.OCon-Edison

Seth Dubin, Esq.Law PartnerSaterlee, Stephens, Burke and Burke

Jack D. Goodman (ME’51)PresidentSprague-Goodman Electronics, Inc.

Dr. Russell Hulse, Ph.D. (BS’70)Nobel LaureateAssociate Vice Presidentfor Strategic InitiativesUniversity of Texas–Dallas

Thomas Jovino, P.E.C.E.O., Judlau Contracting Inc.

Stanley Lapidus (EE’70)Chairman and C.E.O.Helicos Biosciences

Jay LeBoffPresident and C.E.O.C.E.O. Hotseat Chassis Inc.

Jay Moskowitz (Phy’70)SPD Control Systems Corp.

Frank Napolitano (ME’88)President, Lakeside Energy, LLC.

Eduardo F. Palacio (EE’75)Vice President for Programs,ITT Electronic Systems

Gerry PasnerC.E.O., Bolder SensorsChairman, Aegis Software Systems

Richard Schwartz (ME’57)President and C.E.O. (retired)Alliant Techsystems

Steven Silberstang (CE’70)President, Foolhardy Investors

Joel SpiraChairman and Director of ResearchLutron Electronics Co., Inc.

Donald Toman (EE’55)Senior Staff Consultant (retired)Lockheed Martin

Richard Tomasetti,P.E. ChairmanThornton-Tomasetti Group, Inc.

Willard Warren (EE’50)Willard Warren Associates

Philip Weisberg (EE’89)C.E.O.FX Alliance

Marie Wieck (BSE’82)Vice President, WebSphere PlatformIBM

Rosalyn Sussman Yalow, Ph.D.Nobel LaureateMedical Physicist (retired)Veterans AdministrationMedical Center

Technology TransferAdvisory Board

Robert Aquilina (CE’78)Co-chairman and GeneralManagement AdviserFlag Telecom

Mike Borkowsky (ME’61)Vice PresidentBristol-Meyers Consultant (retired)

Mark L. Epstein (A’76)Ossa Properties, Inc.

Stanley Lapidus (EE’70)Chairman and C.E.O.Helicos Biosciences

Barry E. Negrin (ME’89)PartnerLevisohn, Lerner, Berger and Langsam,LLP

Lawrence Ng (EE’78)Senior Vice President for BusinessDevelopmentMoneyline Network

119FACULTY OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES 2011–2012 COURSE CATALOG

FACULTY OFHUMANITIES ANDSOCIAL SCIENCES

AIMS AND OBJECTIVES

The Cooper Union is committed to the principle that an educationin the liberal arts provides the ethical, social and humanisticframework crucial to personal development and professionalexcellence. Through their work in the humanities and socialsciences, students gain a deeper awareness of the world in whichthey must live and act. They learn to think, write and speak clearlyand effectively. Most significantly, an education in the liberal artsoffers students the opportunity to become attentive to the socialand humanistic implications of their professional work and toacquire the basis for a satisfying cultural and intellectual life.

Curriculum All students take a four-semester core curriculum ofrequired courses in the humanities and social sciences. In addi-tion, students in the School of Art take a required sequence in arthistory. The core curriculum is a prerequisite to all elective offer-ings in Humanities and Social Sciences. During the third andfourth years, students have considerable latitude to explore thehumanities and social sciences through elective courses. Allstudents are expected to take core curriculum courses at TheCooper Union.

Transfer Credit Transfer credits may be granted for courses witha grade of B or better upon review by the office of the dean ofHumanities and Social Sciences to determine that the workaccomplished meets the Faculty’s requirements. Students may berequired to provide evidence of work completed in the course:syllabi, papers, etc. In rare circumstances, the freshman and soph-omore requirements may be waived if an equivalent course of studyhas been satisfactorily completed elsewhere.Eligible credits shouldbe transferred during a student’s first semester at The CooperUnion. Interested students should make an appointment with thedean or the academic adviser of the Faculty of Humanities andSocial Sciences during the first week of classes in the fall semester.

Advanced Placement Credit The Faculty of Humanities andSocial Sciences rarely grants AP credit. However, a student whohas attained a grade of 5 in an AP course may petition the dean forpermission to waive a core requirement and to substitute anappropriate elective course.

Independent Study Only juniors and seniors in good academicstanding are eligible for independent study. Independent study maybe taken for a maximum of three credits per semester. The studentmust obtain permission of both the instructor and the dean of theFaculty of Humanities and Social Sciences.The major considerationin approving proposals for independent study is the educationalvalue of the study project within the structure of the degree require-ments. The Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences insists onvery high standards as a condition for approving any independentstudy project.

Minor Students who complete a minimum of 15 upper-divisioncredits in a specific field of liberal arts may qualify for a minor inthat field of Humanities and Social Sciences. Minors are offeredand may be designated on student transcripts in the following fourfields: American Studies, Art History, Literature, and History andSociety. Additional information is available from the office of thedean of Humanities and Social Sciences.

ACADEMIC REGULATIONS

Credits Unless otherwise noted,HSS courses with the prefixesH and S carry three credits and courses with the prefix HTA carrytwo credits.PrerequisitesThe prerequisites for all courses with the prefixes Hand S are HSS1, 2, 3 and 4. HTA 1, 2 and 3 or HTA 101 and 102 areprerequisites for HTA electives. Exceptions may be granted byspecial permission of the dean.Grades At the end of every semester, each student receives agrade for his or her semester’s work in each subject. Grades, withtheir official significance, are as follows:A Outstanding performanceB Very good performanceC Average performanceD Passing but unsatisfactoryF Failure to meet minimum requirementsI Work of the course not completed and assignment of gradeand credit postponed. This designation will be given only in casesof illness (confirmed by authorized physician’s letter) or of otherdocumented extraordinary circumstances beyond the student’s


control, and only with the approval of the dean of the Faculty ofHumanities and Social Sciences.

The deadline for removal of an I designation will be deter-mined by the instructor, but will not be later than six weeks afterthe start of the spring semester for students who receive such agrade in the fall semester and not later than two weeks after thestart of the fall semester for students who receive such a grade inthe spring semester. If the I is not removed within the set time limit,either by completing the work in the subject or by passing a reex-amination, the Iwill automatically become anFunless the dean ofthe Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences extends the time orthe student withdraws from school.W Withdrawal (see below)WU Unauthorized withdrawal (see below)Indicators of plus (+) and minus (-) are used with the gradesA,B,C andD. (The grade ofA+ is, however, not given.) These indicatorsare included in computing grade point averages.

Dropped Courses and Withdrawals Courses dropped duringthe first and second week of the semester will not be entered inthe transcript.

Dropping courses in Weeks 3-8: A student anticipatinginability to continue a course should immediately seek advice. It isthe responsibility of the student to notify the instructor and to filean official drop form by the end of the eighth week of the semesterin order to receive aW grade. The gradeW is not included in thecalculation of the student’s semester rating.

Dropping courses afterWeek 8: It is the policy of the Facultynot to approve any withdrawal after the eighth week of classesexcept under extreme, extenuating circumstances. If a studenthas stopped attending the class without consultation with theinstructor and filing an official drop form, aWU will appear as thegrade for the course. However, if the student is failing the courseat the time of the unauthorized withdrawal, the instructor is free torecord an F grade.

Assignments Students are required to complete all assignmentsand examinations on time. In the case of schedule conflict or anunavoidable delay in completing an assignment,the student shoulddiscuss the problem with his or her instructor. Failure to completeassignments on time may result in anF grade for the course.

AttendanceStudents are expected to attend all classes. No morethan two unexcused absences will be permitted during any givensemester.In the case of an unavoidable absence,the student shouldcontact the instructor in advance. Students who are absent three ormore times may receive a reduction of the final grade or, at thediscretion of the instructor, be asked to withdraw from the course.

Lateness Students are expected to be punctual. Late studentsmay be refused entry to a class. Chronic, unexcused lateness mayresult in a reduction of the final grade or in failure.

Academic IntegrityThe Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciencesexpects all students to demonstrate the highest levels of academicintegrity. Violations of academic integrity have consequences,including, but not limited to, failure for the course. Further infor-mation concerning the policy on academic integrity is availablefrom the dean’s office.

Student Behavior Students are expected to conduct themselvesin accordance with the guidelines in “A Code of Fair Practice” (seepage 21).

ACADEMIC ADVISING AND SUPPORT

Academic Advising In addition to the dean, an academic adviseris available in the office of Humanities and Social Sciences forconsultation by students in all three schools. Students are alsoencouraged to seek the advice of individual faculty membersabout general curricular and scholarly matters. A course instructormay not sign add/drop forms, determine transfer or AP credits, orpre-approve courses to be taken elsewhere. Such questions mustbe referred to the dean’s office.

The Center for WritingThe communication of ideas in written and oral form is central to aneducation in the liberal arts. All humanities, social sciences and arthistory courses include a substantial writing requirement and addi-tional requirements for presentations. The Center for Writing offersfeedback,support,and instruction in all areas of written and spokencommunication. The Center is staffed by experienced teachers,writers and editors, most with advanced graduate degrees. TheCenter offers one-on-one and small group sessions; students maysign up for single appointments as needed or may enroll for regularlyscheduled ongoing sessions. Center associates provide feedback,work with students on issues of structure and argument and help allwriters—regardless of level—to engage with their work more effec-tively. The Center also offers special support for non-native Englishspeakers,students with learning difficulties,and students without astrong background in writing, as well as intensive support forstudents working on Fulbright and other grants.


COURSESCourses in the Humanities,Social Sciences, Art Historyand Foreign LanguagesPrior to registration each semester,students should consult the latestannouncement of scheduled coursesin the humanities, social sciences,and art history. (Inquiries concerningcourses in foreign languages shouldbe directed to Professor SohnyaSayres, Academic Adviser for HSS,during the first week of the fallsemester.) Some courses listed belowmay not be offered every year and newcourses may be added each semester.

Core CurriculumHSSI Freshman SeminarA literature course concentrating onpoetry and drama. Selected texts fromantiquity and the Renaissance arecommon to all sections, with worksfrom other genres, periods and cultureschosen by individual instructors. Thecourse develops aesthetic appreciationof literary texts and encourages arange of critical responses. Throughclose reading and extended discussionstudents learn to articulate theirresponses in written and spoken form.3 credits

HSS 2 Texts and Contexts:Old Worlds and NewA study of texts and topics from 1500to 1800, with emphasis on literaryexpression and cultural context. Topicsinclude the formation of states,exploration, the encounter with the NewWorld, the crises in religious orthodoxy,the origins of modern science and thebeginnings of political and economicindividualism. This semester developsboth cultural and political understandingthrough close reading, class discussionand careful writing.3 credits

HSS 3 The Making ofModern SocietyA study of the key political, socialand intellectual developments ofmodern Europe in global context. Thiscourse is organized chronologically,beginning with the Industrial andFrench Revolutions. Students developan understanding of the politicalgrammar and material bases of thepresent day by exploring the socialorigins of conservatism, liberalism,feminism, imperialism andtotalitarianism. In discussions and inlectures students learn to study and torespond critically in written and spokenform to a variety of historicaldocuments and secondary texts.3 credits

HSS 4 The Modern Context:Figures and TopicsA study of an important figure or topicfrom the modern period whoseinfluence extends into contemporaryculture. The figures and subjects arechosen from a broad range ofdisciplines (including literature, history,politics, technology and art history,among others). Through concentrationon a single figure or focused topicstudents are encouraged to develop adeep awareness of works of greatsignificance and to understand them inthe context of modernity. Guidedindependent writing projects and oralpresentations give studentsan appreciation for what constitutesresearch in the humanities andsocial sciences.3 creditsMay be repeated for Free Electivecredit in the Schools of Art andEngineering. May be repeated forElective credit in the School ofArchitecture, provided the minimumrequirement of six elective creditsin Humanities and Social Sciences isfulfilled by elective-level courses.In both cases, permission of the Deanof Humanities and Social Sciencesis required.

Note: The Center for Writing providestargeted support for HSS Core courses.Associates are available to work on allaspects of essay writing, includingclose reading, analysis, developmentof ideas, planning and structure,writing in stages, arguments andconclusions, and revision. Associatesare also available to help studentsprepare for presentations and publicspeaking in the HSS Core. Centerassociates can help you to organizeyour thinking, to challenge yourself andto create better, more engaged, moreinteresting work through focuseddiscussion and targeted writing work.Students from all writing backgroundsare encouraged to make use of theCenter.Students may make one-timeappointments or may choose to enrollin ongoing sessions for a particularsemester. Sessions tend to fill upquickly, and students are encouragedto make appointments in advance.Students working on specific writtenor spoken communication issues (ESL,learning differences, writing skillsdifficulties) are strongly encouragedto enroll in ongoing sessions earlyin the semester.

Elective Courses

Humanities

The Faculty of Humanities and SocialSciences offers a varied and flexibleelective program that provides rigorousstudy while responding to the changingneeds of students.

H105 Fundamentals of MusicA study of the elements and forms ofmusic and consideration of how theydefine the stylistic characteristics ofthe literature of music from the lateRenaissance to the present. There willbe extensive use of recordings, as wellas attendance at concerts and recitals.3 credits

H107 Creative WritingStarting with exercises and wordgames, then moving to, e.g., theobjective poem, collage and concretepoetry, metrics, translations. As well aswriting, students are expected to readwidely in poetry and fiction. Attendanceat a poetry or prose reading isobligatory. Grade based on classperformance and portfolio of work.3 credits

H129 Environmental LiteratureIn this class, we will look at ways ofimagining and approaching the naturalenvironment through writing, rangingfrom travelogue to activism. Readingswill include essays, poetry and fictionby Wordsworth, Thoreau, Carson,Abbey and others. Topics for readingand writing will center on suchissues as encounters with nature,sustainability, species extinction andglobal warming.3 credits

H207 Music Cultures of the WorldExamines music from a variety ofmusical cultures around the world,from Native American to IndonesianGamelan music, including ethnicmusical events in New York City.3 credits

H208 AristophanesAthenian Old Comedy is one of thetimelessly funniest and widest-rangingforms of comedy every produced. Inthis course we will read, perform(selections), and examine four plays byAristophanes, the greatest of ancientcomic playwrights: Frogs, Clouds,Birds, and Wasps, each named for thecharacters assumed by its maskedchorus. Aristophanes’ irreverentportrait of the philosopher Socrates inClouds will be weighed against Plato’smore flattering, and ultimately moreinfluential version in the Apology,which we will also read. Slides will be

shown to recreate the stunning visualenvironment of Periclean Athens whichliterally and figuratively formed thebackdrop to the original performancesof the plays. This broadly based coursewill encompass a little military andpolitical history, a little art history, alittle social history, a little literarycriticism, and a lot of fun.3 credits

H306 Native AmericaAn examination of Native Americanworld views against a background ofhistory. The stress will be on writtenliterary texts drawn from oral cultures,including collections of traditionalsongs and stories, as well ascontemporary writers. In addition, wewill watch videos and listen to music.3 credits

H307 Playwriting andTheater PracticumThis course will introduce students totwo disciplines essential to creatingtheater: acting and playwriting. To helpguide the beginning of their practice inthese disciplines, students will readand critique contemporary and masterworks, write plays of their own,perform monologues and sceneswritten by master playwrights andbring the work of their peers alivethrough in-class readings and a finalstaged reading performance open tothe Cooper Union community.3 credits

H311 New MediaThis course considers what makesmedia “new” and why thosecharacteristics are relevant incontemporary society. We will considerhow older media have been adaptedto incorporate new media technologiesand strategies, how video games andthe Internet have changed ourexpectations of media experiences,the impact of new media on artisticpractice, the important of new mediain contemporary cultural economy, andrelated topics.3 credits


H316 United States Cultural HistoryThis course traces the developmentover time of “America” as place, idea,nation and culture. It is concerned withtracing the emergence and contours ofa widely-shared, if indeterminate andcontested, sense of American identityand culture by studying severalenduring forces and themes in itsformation. These include theencounters of Europeans and Indians,the institution of slavery, the West inmyth and reality, modernization andmetropolitan life and the United Statesin global culture.3 credits

H319 Russian Art, Architectureand LiteratureSurvey of Russian arts from 1703, thefounding of St. Petersburg, to 1924, thedeath of Lenin. This course is a studyof the history and ideology underlyingthe remarkable literary and artisticachievement of Russia and, in its earlyphase, the Soviet Union.3 credits

H321 The NovelThis course concerns itself withparticular trends, moments, issues ormovements in the history of the novelas a literary form. Because of thenature and length of the material, anyversion of this course must be focusedon a particular set of issues, literary-historical phenomena or culturalconcerns. The course will typically takeas its subject four to six works thatilluminate or ask interesting questionsabout the topic at hand. Recent topics:Joyce’s Ulysses; New York Cityliterature.3 credits

H323 Presence of PoetryThis will be a class in which the centerof attention is the poem itself. We willconcentrate on modern English andAmerican poetry. The common text willbe The Norton Anthology of ModernPoetry, 2nd edition, edited by RichardEllman and Robert O’Clair (Norton,1998), but students are encouraged tolook into other anthologies and intosuch studies as those of WilliamEmpson in Seven Types of Ambiguityand Martin Heidegger in Poetry,Language, Thought.3 credits

H327 The History of the CinemaA history of the motion picture from itsorigins until now, emphasizing theevolution of the language of cinematicrepresentation—in feature,documentary, animated andexperimental filmmaking. Canonicalworks and the major figures of thesilent and sound cinema are treated,including Griffith, Chaplin, Eisenstein,Vertov, Renoir, Welles, Deren,Hitchcock and Godard.3 credits

H328 History of the Cinema:1895–1945This course surveys the history of themotion picture, along with some of thediscourses it inspired, from thenickelodeon period through World WarII, considering avant-garde,documentary and commercial films,with particular emphasis on the movieas urban entertainment, expression ofmodernity and cult enthusiasm.Important figures include D.W. Griffith,Fritz Lang, Dziga Vertov, Carl Th.Dreyer, Leni Riefenstahl, Orson Welles,and Maya Deren. The transition fromsilent to sound cinema and thesurrealist theory of film spectatorshipwill be given particular attention.3 credits

H329 The History of the Cinema:1945 to the PresentA history of the cinema from WorldWar II through the present day, withparticular attention to the developmentof neo-realist, new wave and third-world movements. Topics include theimpact of television, the influence ofPop Art and the development of digitaltechnology. Alfred Hitchcock, Jean-LucGodard, and Andrei Tarkovsky areamong the major figures treated.3 credits

H331 Eros in AntiquityFocuses on love in the ancient world,from Egypt through late Roman/earlyChristian times, with the majoremphasis on Greece. Readings drawnfrom Sappho, Aristophanes, Plato andOvid explore the range of ancientattitudes toward married, heterosexuallove and homosexuality, fidelity andinfidelity, the body and the mind andthe roles of the sexes in various kindsof erotic relationships.3 credits

H332 Ut Pictura PoesisA study of ekphrasis and otherinterconnections between the visualand the verbal arts from antiquity tothe present. Primary readings aredrawn from Homer, Hesiod, Plato,Aristotle, lyric poetry, tragedy, Virgil,Horace, Lessing, Keats and Ashbery,among others.3 credits

H343 Decadence and ModernityThis course is concerned with majorissues in the transition from 19th to20th century European culture,focusing on the interaction of politicsand aesthetics.3 credits

H345 Readings in AestheticsKey aesthetic concepts in relation toartistic practice and audiencereception. This course includes anumber of historical debates thatremain ongoing and unresolved, and itconcludes with contemporary attemptsto reestablish beauty and pleasure asaesthetic categories.3 credits

H346 Western Theories of ArtThis course examines the variety anddevelopment of Western theoriesof art from antiquity to the present,with special attention to theoreticalconstructs of the past century. Topicsinclude connoisseurship and formalism;modernist criticism; iconology,Marxism and the social history of art;feminism; psychoanalytic theory;structuralism and post-structuralism;postmodern challenges to modernisttheory; and museology andinstitutional critique.3 credits

H352 The Personal EssayIn this course we will study anddiscuss essays in Philip Lopate, ed.,The Art of the Personal Essay, andwe will also write our own, on anytopics we choose, on all manner ofsubjects—the daily round, pleasuresand pains, taking a walk, solitude,friendship, in short, our personalresponses to any number of objectsand situations, multiplying ourselvesin the process.3 credits

H353 Public Speaking:Contemporary IssuesDevelops skills in persuasive andexpository speech-making—extemporaneous, written andmemorized—on contemporary issuesand topics. Students learn how toresearch a speech, marshal argumentsand use language effectively byspeaking clearly and eloquently.3 credits

H355 Literature, Gender, the Body:Gender and Literary WorksExplores a series of signal novelsthrough the lens of gender, beginningwith Charlotte Bronte’s Jane Eyre as afoundational text and continuing withsuch works as Oscar Wilde’s ThePicture of Dorian Gray, Virginia Woolf’sMrs. Dalloway, Ernest Hemingway’sThe Sun Also Rises, Jean Rhys’WideSargasso Sea and other novels. Allreadings are informed by recent workin feminist, gender and queer theory.3 credits

H356 Issues inContemporary FictionStudy of literary topics includingparticular genres, themes, sensibilitiesand critical approaches. The focus ofthis course will change in individualsemesters.3 credits

H358 Studies in CinemaA seminar based on a special topic inthe study of cinema. The seminar maybe repeated for credit with thepermission of the dean of the Facultyof Humanities and Social Sciences.3 credits

H359 Intention, Action andSelf-KnowledgeStudies the problem of defining thephilosophical nature of action byinvestigating the nature of intentionand coherent self-knowledge. Thecourse seeks to distinguish variousforms of action—involuntary,intentional, teleological (goal-directed)—by examining relationshipsamong levels of agency, conditions offreedom and states of awareness.3 credits

H360 Mind and MoralsExamines the philosophical dichotomyof moral realism and moral naturalism,with emphasis on three types of newmoral naturalism: normative moralnaturalism, meta-ethical moralnaturalism and cognitive moralnaturalism. Authors include Bratman,Churchland, Descartes, Flanagan,Goldman, Hume, Johnson, Kant,Longino, Mill, Millikan, Mooreand Streba.3 credits


H361 Modern Philosophy:Knowledge and the MindShows how issues related toknowledge and mind overlap in thequestions that revolve aroundknowledge of language, knowledgeof other minds and self-knowledge.A principal consideration is the extentto which cognitive science andcontemporary philosophy can continueto be held apart from one another.3 credits

H362 Black Literature in aWorld PerspectiveAn examination of black literature fromSouth America to Papua New Guinea,chiefly in the 20th century. Stress isplaced on the connections betweenvarious literatures and how they form aworld culture. The course considersoral literature, the HarlemRenaissance, Negritude poetry, theAfrican novel and Indian Ocean poets.3 credits

H369 History of the BookAn introduction to the creation, useand meaning of “the book” over itslong history from the clay tablet to thedigital download. Readings anddiscussions will bring together literaryand cultural history, as well as aspectsof politics, art history and the historyof technology. Topics will include themoves from oral to writtencultures,from the scroll to the codex,and from public reading to reading asa private experience; the emergenceof printers and publishers; theinvention of the library; censorship andthe spread of reading publics; the riseof the novel and “popular reading”; thecomic book; the paperback; and themovement through digital technologiesto non-print books.3 credits

H373 Seminar in HumanitiesSeminar giving close attention tospecial topics in the humanities.The seminar may be repeated forcredit with the permission of the deanof the Faculty of Humanities andSocial Sciences.3 credits

H374 Contemporary Cultureand CriticismA survey of the cultural climate sincethe 1950s, including the influence ofworks by such writers as Benjamin andBakhtin and the concern withcontemporary life in terms offundamental shifts in community,representation, identity and power.3 credits

H375 Critical TheoryThis course begins with the post WorldWar II generation of social thinkers andcritics, such as Barthes, de Beauvoir,Foucault, Adorno, Horkheimer, Lacan, inthe development of what later becameknown of as the critical theory ofculture. We then proceed to morerecent critics, each time taking our cluesfrom real life examples. This courseemphasizing learning how to “see” andthink in “cultural practices.” It offersa chance to have our understandingextended into everyday life and its waysof making us cultural beings.3 credits

H377 General LinguisticsSurvey of two major types of linguisticstudy: diachronic or historicallinguistics and synchronic or structurallinguistics. The course concludes withpresentation of recent linguistic theory,with emphasis on cognitive grammarand biolinguistics.3 credits

H379 Visual CultureAn historical account of the developingwealth and intensity of visual experiencein the United States in the last centuryand study of the circulation of images asa cultural sign system shaping class,gender, race and sexual subjectivities.3 credits

H381 Post-Colonial StudiesThis course engages with the legacy ofcolonialism in literature and theory.Topics include the relationship betweencolonizer and colonized, independence,apartheid and immigration in novelsfrom South Asia, the Caribbean andAfrica. Works by Rudyard Kipling, E.M.Forster, Aime Cesaire, Salman Rushdie,Nadine Gordimer, Jhumpa Lahiri andZadie Smith will be addressed.3 credits

H382 African-American LiteratureUnder this rubric, courses may addressa range of issues, periods, themesor questions in African-Americanliterature. Specific topics anddescriptions will be detailed in therelevant course bulletin each timethe course is offered.3 credits

H383 OperaThis course will examine the history,materials and structures of opera, arich and complicated art that is bothmusical and theatrical. We willaddress such topics as the origins ofopera in 17th-century Italy, the Baroquestyle, the art of bel canto, opera andpolitics, Wagner’s revolutionary ideas,realism and impressionism in music,experiments in tonality, and opera inEnglish. Several works will be

considered in detail. Classes willcombine lecture-discussion andscreenings of performance on DVDs.An interest in music is essential, butno ability to read scores or play aninstrument is required.3 credits

H386 The Romantic MovementBeginning with an examination ofRomantic aesthetic theory and itsapplication to some of the majorpoems of the period, the course willexplore writing by Goethe, Blake,Wordsworth, Coleridge, Byron, Shelleyand Keats. Philosophical and criticalreadings will be drawn from Kant,Lessing, Burke, DeQuincey,Wollstonecraft and others.3 credits

H387 The Life and Deathof SocratesSocrates, the son of a humblestonemason, Sophroniskos, was one ofthe most remarkable, controversial andinfluential human beings who everlived. Though he left behind no writtentestimonial of his peculiar, singulargenius, we know quite a bit about himthrough the accounts and recollectionsof his contemporaries, critics andfollowers, primary among them, Plato,Xenophon and Aristophanes. Basedalmost exclusively on readings of themajor ancient texts, the course focusesless on the philosophy of Socrates, asfiltered through the great and notunbiased lens of his most famousstudent, Plato, than on the man, hisphysical demeanor, his way of life, hisloves, his friendships and especiallyhis trial and death in 399 B.C.E.3 credits

H388 Space and the Modern NovelThis course will focus on representationsof space in the 20th-century novel.We will begin by considering topicssuch as the shift from Modernism toPostmodernism in literature, dynamicsbetween public and private places,how cities are characterized andrepresented, the concept of “home,”and ideas of “safety.” Among thequestions we will try to answer are:How do modernization, urbanizationand industrialization affect theimagination and perception of space?How do characters inhabit their homesand their cities? What are therelationships between urban anddomestic environments and how dohuman beings alter when they movebetween them? How do attempts todefine “ordinary” experience addressthe ways we interact with the spacesin which we live? The course will bebroken into three sections: the house,the city and the imaginary.3 credits

H389 Love in Western Artand LiteratureThis course address the representationof love in Western art, with specificattention to the body, gender, andidentity. The course will be groundedacross two crucial poles: the so-calledGreek revolution as a founding momentin the West, with its idea of Eros andthe ideally beautiful body, and the riseof the individual in the Renaissance/Baroque period, with its concepts ofsubjectivity, self and vision (includingShakespeare’s provocative formulationof “a perjured eye.” Readingswill include Plato’s Symposium, poetryin the troubadour and Petrarchantraditions, Ficino and the Neoplatonists,Shakespeare, Keats, Shelley,Austen, Foucault, Derrida, Anne Carsonand others.3 credits

H392 EthicsDid human beings invent ideas of rightand wrong? Are there such things asmoral facts, that is, facts that dictatehow we ought to live and what sorts ofactions are worth pursuing? Thiscourse surveys three central traditionsin ethical theory in the West as typifiedby the works of Aristotle, ImmanuelKant, and J. S. Mill, together with aradical critique by Friedrich Nietzscheand ending with selections from 20th-century philosophy.3 credits

H394 World ReligionsAn introduction to the five major worldreligions: Hinduism, Buddhism,Judaism, Christianity and Islam. Thecourse considers ancient andcontemporary religious practices as itexamines faith and belief, ritual,scripture and scriptural interpretation,religious art, orthodoxy and heresy,mysticism, and pilgrimage through acomparative lens. Focus is on origins,textual traditions and central doctrineswith further attention to religion “onthe ground” as a living and evolvingphenomenon.3 credits

H430 Postmodernismand TechnologyThis course will explore postmoderntheory and practice and its relationshipto the problems and solutions posed bytechnology in contemporary society.3 credits


H431 MiltonAn in-depth study of Milton’s ParadiseLost, the greatest epic in English, apoem about devils and angels, smallhumans and immense immortals,appetite, food, lust, confusion, despairand courage. Our focus will be on closereading, often explaining the poem lineby line, in order to get at the richeswithin Milton’s creation. In addition toParadise Lost in its entirety, we willstudy some of Milton’s short poems,selections from Virgil, and, if timepermits, Milton’s dramatic poemSamson Agonistes.3 credits

H442 Greek MythologyThe course will concentrate not just onthe endlessly fascinating stories of thegods drawn from the classic sources,but on a critical analysis of thequestion: How do the gods farethroughout the course of westernhistory? Periods to be focused oninclude the time of Homer, Hesiod andthe Homeric Hymns; the Archaic period(the time of the Lyric poets); the highClassical period (the golden age ofGreek tragedy); the late Classical andHellenistic periods (the age of thegreat philosophers and their schools);the Augustan era of the Roman Empire(the time of Virgil and Ovid); andthe Renaissance.3 credits

H450 ShakespeareA course devoted to understandinghow the plays work, what characterssay and do, the imagery and thematicsof Shakespeare’s dramas and theperformance practices of theElizabethan and Jacobean era. Also tobe addressed is the cultural milieu ofthe plays—the historical, political andreligious world they inhabit—in orderto deepen our access to Shakespeare’slanguage and to hear it with both hisears and our own.3 credits

H99 Independent Study(Humanities)3 credits

Social SciencesS305 Leonardo, Scientistand EngineerThis course uses the life and work ofLeonardo da Vinci (1453–1519) toexplore science, medicine, andengineering in Renaissance Europe.We will look at the social andeconomic life of the era and examinethe institutions and influences thatserved Leonardo’s imagination, hisinventiveness, and his arts.3 credits

S308 Public Policy inContemporary AmericaIssues such as conservation,environmental law and policy, masstransportation, transfer of developmentrights, incentive zoning and historicpreservation, beginning with anintroduction to and general analysisof the policy process.3 credits

S318 Seminar in Social ScienceSeminar giving close attention to specialtopics in the social sciences. Recenttopics have included sustainability andthe economy.The seminar may berepeated for credit with the permissionof the dean of the Faculty of Humanitiesand Social Sciences. Recent topics:sustainability; total war; human rights,law, and society; Cooper Union worldforum.3 credits

S320 Comparative PoliticsComparing political systems is at leastas old as Aristotle, whose librarycontained more than 135 studies ofconstitutions of the ancient world. Thiscourse will compare contemporarypolitical systems and consider some ofthe main challenges they face: forginga common identity and sense ofcommunity; meeting social andeconomic needs; and securing civil andpolitical liberties and human rights.Recognizing that political societies oftoday’s worlds can differ dramatically,the course will begin by introducingconcepts and approaches that makeit possible to compare systems asdifferent as those of China and GreatBritain. In addition to the broaderparadigms of system, structure andfunction, we will also consider formsof political culture and socialization,interest articulation and aggregation,party systems and policymaking. Severaldistinct systems will be studied; thesewill be chosen not only for theirgeographical, but also for their politicaldiversity, representing first-worldnations such as the United States,Britain and France, as well as post-communist and post-colonial statessuch as Russia, China and Nigeria.3 credits

S321 The American PresidencyThe nature and sources of the powerof the American presidency, theways in which it is wielded and theConstitutional restraints uponits exercise.3 credits

S323 Politics and CollectiveMemoryThe political uses of collective memorycan range from defining national andsocial identities to shaping publicopinion. In exploring the interactionsbetween memory and politics, thiscourse will focus on the nature andforms of collective memory, itsdevelopment and reconstructionand its relationship to structures ofauthority. Emphasis will be placed onexamples from recent political history.3 credits

S333 Politics of EthnonationalConflictAn examination of the movements fornational liberation and independencethat have become an increasinglyimportant phenomenon in the secondhalf of the 20th century. Among themovements considered are those ofAlgeria, Nigeria, Cyprus, Bangladesh,Northern Ireland, Quebec, Lebanon andthe PLO.3 credits

S334 MicroeconomicsThe relationship between economictheory and public policy, focusingon the central axioms of moderneconomics in the light of recentproblems in energy employmentand inflation.3 credits

S335 Science and Technology inthe Long 18th Century (1687–1839)This course will examine the changingroles of science and technology in theWest during the 18th and early 19thcenturies. We will use a case-studyapproach to consider such topics ascolor in theories (light and optics) andcolor in practice (painting, dyeing andglassmaking); geology mineralogy andthe development of ceramic industriesin Europe; the invention, use (andmisuse) of the natural classifications;and automation and automatons:Vaucanson’s duck, Jacquard’s loom,Babbage’s Difference Engine.3 credits

S337 American Foreign PolicyIn the 20th century, challenges toWestern liberalism came from fascismand communism, while more recentchallenges have come from terroristmovements on the one hand and theEuropean Union on the other. Thiscourse examines American foreignpolicy since the collapse ofcommunism in the context of thesechanging challenges.3 credits

S342 Anthropology of RitualThe study of ritual takes us to the heartof anthropological approaches toexperience, performance, symbolismand association. Once thought to be“vestigial” organs of archaic societies,rituals are now seen as arenas throughwhich social change may emerge andare recognized to be present in allsocieties. Throughout the course wewill explore varying definitions of ritualand its universal and particularaspects, while surveying ethnographiccase studies from around the world.3 credits

S345 The Raymond G. BrownSeminarA seminar in the social sciences on atopic central to the interests of the lateProfessor Raymond G. Brown. Recenttopics: the credit crisis.3 credits

S346 Urban Sociology:Reading the CityFocuses on the relationship betweenthe built environment and humanbehavior, the design of public, urbanspaces as a reflection of and impetusfor certain types of human interactionsand reactions. Another interest of thecourse will be to onsider the notion ofcommunity as it plays out in thedisciplines of sociology andarchitecture—how they intersect, andhow they are changing in ourpostmodern, post-industrial terrain.Some of the broad areas of interestof urban sociologists will alsobe considered.3 credits

S347 MacroeconomicsThe development of modernmacroeconomic theory as it evolvesin response to a succession ofeconomic problems and crises.Emphasis on the recent Keynesian/monetarist debates and the role ofthe Federal Reserve Bank.3 credits


S348 Global CitiesConsiders specific and general factorsthat contribute to the rise of globalcities—New York, London, Tokyo—and how such cities impact othercity-types, existing and emerging.This course examines the forcesunderpinning globalization, includingthe shift from industrial toinformational economies, thedevelopment of new technologiesand the emergence of new patternsof immigration, in order to understandthe complexities of global processesin urban terrains.3 credits

S349 American CitiesExamination of the crisis of urbanAmerica seen through the lens of NewYork City. Individual topics will includeurban poverty, relocation ofmanufacturing and foreign competition,but students will be encouraged toexamine closely a particular aspect ofNew York City’s problems.3 credits

S351 History of 20th-CenturyEuropeA study of the dramatic ruptures ofEurope’s 20th century, haunted byimperialism, war and genocide. Topicsinclude the First World War; modernityand modernism in interwar culture;fascism, National Socialism and theHolocaust; postwar displacements andmigrations; decolonization, the coldwar and the postwar economic miracle;1968 and 1989 in both East and West;and the ongoing challenges ofintegration and multiculturalism.3 credits

S354 New York, 1820–1920:An Urban and Cultural HistoryA presentation of two “maps” to thecity. The first is a history of the builtenvironment, focusing on the changingsystems of transportation, thedevelopment of building forms and theway the city’s population and functionshave been distributed in that space.The second historical map is madeup from people’s imaginative responsesto those changes, especially as seenin literature and visual iconography.Among the areas singled out forspecial examination are the Boweryand the Lower East Side, Central Parkand the “downtown” of amusementand vice, wherever it happened tobe at the time.3 credits

S358 Social History of FoodA study of the transformations in foodproduction and consumption, 1492to the present. The course examinesthe passage of “new world” foods intoEurope and Asia, the rise of commercialagriculture in the colonies, especiallysugar, the rise of national cuisines, theadvent of restaurant culture and theperils of fast and industrial food.3 credits

S360 American Intellectual HistoryA study of major works in intellectualand literary history written from 1780to the present, focusing on changingnotions of the self, character andcommunity and the ways theseconcepts have gained intellectual andliterary expression in the United States.3 credits

S361 Urban ArchaeologyAn introduction to the new field ofurban archaeology. Topics include howarchaeologists work in cities; thespecial problems and rewards of urbanarchaeology; and what can be learnedabout the development of particularcities through this field of study,including changes in subsistencepatterns, the use of urban space andthe definition of ethnicity and gender.3 credits

S362 Popular CultureThis course studies popular culture ina primarily 20th-century context. Usingboth creative and theoretical texts, itconsiders developments in contemporarypopular culture including the rise ofmass media and consumerism, theelaboration of pop-cultural theory andthe trend toward multiculturalism. Wewill sharpen our critical perspective onour cultural surroundings by questioningboundaries between the popular andother cultural categories, notions ofcreativity in the high and popular artsand the bases of our own preferences.3 credits

S367 Acting GloballyThis course introduces students to thedevelopments sometimes called thepost-postmodern era of globalization,with a particular focus on the study ofcultural impact. Our approach willentail both the macro level discussionof conditions and possibilities foreffecting a decent global future andthe micro level of actual sites ofresponses to (1) technology transfer;(2) cultural preservation, resistance,odernization and integration; and(3) the new dialogues aroundecological sustainability. We studyanalytical texts, autobiographies, filmsand proposals on how to humanize theNew World Order.3 credits

S368 History of Modern AsiaThis course explores the history of Asiafrom the later imperial eras of China,Japan, Korea and Southeast Asia intothe modern era. A wide range ofpolitical, social, economic and culturalissues are explored. Whileemphasizing the distinctive nature ofthe region, the course will stress thewide diversity and inter-connectednessof ideas, technologies and religionsthrough the region.3 credits

S369 Psychoanalytic TheoryAn introduction to forms ofpsychoanalytic thinking and theorymaking, with special attention paid tothe ways in which different theoristsconceptualize and invoke psychoanalysisas a theory of mind, research tool,therapeutic process and utopian vision.Readings include foundational texts byFreud, Ferenczi and Klein, as well asresponses to classical theory byHorney, Winnicott, Lacan and others.3 credits

S371 Women and Men:Power and PoliticsAn introduction to women’s and genderstudies, and to feminist theory.Students will examine the ways andthe historical basis for construction ofgender and the interlocking of genderwith other forms of hierarchy, includingrace, ethnicity, class and sexuality.Readings include classic texts andcurrent scholarship in literature, film,history and social science.3 credits

S372 Global IssuesThis course will examine current issuesof global significance and theirimplications for policy and decision-making. Among the trends we willconsider are the tensions betweenresource competition and authority; theemergence of a global economy; theenvironment and sustainabledevelopment; demographic change;and the emergence of new securityissues, including societal andenvironmental stress.3 credits

S373 Modernity and Modernism:Culture and Society in theWeimar RepublicThis course explores the turbulent andinnovative interwar years 1918-1933 inWeimar Germany, paying particularattention to cultural and social politics.We will study the difficultestablishment of the “republic thatnobody wanted” in the wake of a lostwar, a collapsed empire and a failedrevolution; the chaotic period ofrebellion and inflation until 1923; thebrief “Golden Twenties” of relative

stabilization and Neue Sachlichkeit(New Sobriety) with its burst of socialwelfare initiatives, architectural andengineering innovations andefflorescence of art, music, theater andliterature; and finally the crises ofeconomic depression and politicalpolarization that culminated with AdolfHitler’s appointment as chancellor ofGermany in January 1933.3 credits

S374 Contemporary SocialPsychologyUtilizing a variety of socialpsychological perspectives, generalissues such as human nature,socialization, attitude formation andchange, verbal and non-verbal language,interpersonal behavior and the art ofpersuasion will be explored with interestin cross-cultural comparisons. The corequestions we will explore include: Whatdoes it mean to be human? How is theself defined and determined? Whatimpact do social groups, culture and the(built) environment have on thedevelopment of the self and on oureveryday behavior?3 credits

S376 City and Urban Experiencein Latin AmericaSurveys the history of urban settlementin Latin America, from the foundationof colonial fortresses and capitals tothe emergence of the “megacity.”Through readings that approach LatinAmerican cities such as Mexico City,São Paulo and Brasilia from a range ofdisciplinary perspectives studentsexamine 1) the role of the city inempire; 2) the city as a crucible ofcolonial society; 3) the city and themission of civilization; 4) the city as “thenation”; 5) the historical production ofsocial, cultural and political spaces byarchitects, policy makers and city-dwellers; 6) the dilemmas of politics andgovernance that contemporary urbanand suburban growth creates; and 7) theemergence of “Latin American” citiesin the United States.3 credits

S378 Time, Travel andCommunication inEarly Modern EuropeThis course is a history of early modernEuropean technology with a strongfocus on design technologies andmaterial culture. It will cover the timeperiod extending approximately fromthe Age of Exploration through theFrench Revolution (about 1500-1800).We will examine early modernideas about three critical aspects ofmodern life: time, communication andtravel. (Interpretation of these themeswill be broad and may include not onlycarriages and bridges but also carriage


upholstery and passports; not onlyletters, newspapers and books but alsosongs and emblems; not only the shiftfrom public to personal time but alsocalendar reform.) In addition toreadings (both primary and secondary)and discussions (in-class and online),students will choose to study threeartifacts that are relevant to thethemes of time, communication andtravel, research them and present theirfindings to the class.3 credits

S381 Developmental PsychologyThe course will follow the unfolding ofhuman development from conceptionthrough adolescence by means of anarray of analytic perspectives. We willexamine and critique cognitive,psychoanalytic, information processing,and psychosocial models ofbrain/body/mind growth. Readingassignments will be from a textbook onchild development as well as primarysources, which will include academicwriting, memoir, and fiction. We willalso view educational and fictionalfilms, and may also include familyvideo chronicles.3 credits

S382 Game TheorySince its introduction in 1943 by Johnvon Neumann and Oskar Morgenstern,the general theory of games has beeninstrumental to our understanding ofvarious social behaviors. With keycontributions of such renownedscholars as John Nash, Robert Arrow,Thomas Schelling and John Harsanyi,among other Nobel Laureates, gametheory has quickly gained a largefollowing among students ofeconomics, evolutionary biology andeven political science. Though at timesseemingly abstract, game theory hasshown us that it has practical valuewith applications in firm-levelmanagement and strategic decisionsmaking in military campaigns. Thecourse has two dimensions: the first isto explore the theoretical basis ofgames; the second is to consider theapplication of these concepts ineconomics and political science.3 credits

S384 Anthropology and the OtherThis course provides an introduction toconcepts in social-cultural anthropology.Students will rethink such concepts asculture, race, ethnicity, nationalism,transnationalism, gentrification, powerand memory. We will use theseconcepts to address the questionsof human universals and the originsof cultural differences. At the basesof these inquiries will be the questionof the “Other.” Who are the “Others”in culture or society?3 credits

S385 Science and Technologyin the Modern World (1815 tothe Present)This course will explore the socialintellectual and economic relationshipsof science and technology in themodern West (i.e., after 1815). Usingmodified case studies to provide“snapshots,” students will learn torecognize changes to such factors aswho participates, where work isconducted and the supports (social,financial, emotional) necessary toindividual and collective pursuits.3 credits

S386 The Early ModernAtlantic WorldThis course examines the history of theAtlantic world from the mid-fifteenthcentury through the end of theeighteenth century. Incorporating thehistories of Europe, North America,South America, and Africa, the coursewill explore social, cultural, economic,and political developments of the earlymodern era as men and women cametogether to form the societies in theAmericas. Topics will include European-Amerindian relations, European-Africanrelations, the slave trade, genderstructures, the development of anAtlantic economy, and the maturationof colonial societies.3 credits

S387 The History ofthe Family in AmericaThis course explores the changingconstruction and function of the familyacross American history. We willexamine how women and men, sonsand daughters, experienced revolution,war, economic transformation, politics,sexuality, and religion. We willconsider how the purposes andexperience of family life have changedover time, as well as how theideologies or ideals about familypressed against the grinding wheel ofhistory to shape events. Our historicalactors will include Native Americans,European colonists, rebels andrepublicans, masters and slaves,freedmen and immigrants, free-lovecommunities, patriarchal polygamists,

Victorian lovers, Cold War housewives,Baby Boomers, and our owncontemporaries.3 credits

S388 Comparative Cities: NewYork/Berlin, 1848-1948A comparative, team-taught urbanhistory seminar on Berlin and New Yorkfrom 1848 to 1948. The courseexamines the differing causes of urbangrowth and the way it wasaccommodated in novel forms of urbanspace, highlighting the differencesbetween a city that became a capitalof empire and one given over tocommercial and residentialdevelopment, as well as the verydifferent ways that both citiesexperienced periods of rebellion andwar.3 credits

S390 The Rise of the Modern Cityin the European Middle AgesExplores how early medievallandscapes with castles and smallvillages became wider communities—the first modern cities. Focuses on themajor debates of the Middle Ages: thetensions between country and city life;the role of the church; Scholasticism;the debate between reason and faith;the role of the French cathedral inmedieval life; the lay reaction toecclesiastical control and the rise ofcommunal Italian cities such asFlorence, Venice and Siena centeredaround the civic palace; and the earlyrequirements for city beautification. Wewill “visit” (virtually) the first hospital,universities and prototypical housing.Everyday life will be illustrated from thematerial remains of art and architecturethrough a cross section of differentsocial environments.3 credits

S391 Introduction to Mindand BrainThe goal of this is to introduce thestudent to the basic principlesof psychology, to guide the studentthrough the brain and to provide abasic understanding of the relationshipbetween the brain and mindaddressing issues of consciousness.The first third of the course willexamine the brain and underlyingtheories in psychology. The majorityof the course will be focused on therelationship between the brain andconsciousness including self-awareness, theory of mind, deception,abstract reasoning, art, music, spatialabilities and language. Steeped inrecent findings in both psychology andneuroscience, the goal of this class willbe to provide a modern foundation inthe mind and the brain.3 credits

S393 Darwin and His TimesThis course uses the life of CharlesDarwin (1809-1882) to examine thenature of scientific practices during thenineteenth century and their changing,often revolutionary, role in contemporarylife. We will read closely Darwin’swritings on geology and evolutionarybiology, and we will considerinterpretations and implications of“Darwinism.” Both readings and filmswill be assigned,3 credits

S394 American RadicalismThis course will examine culturalradicalism in American thought fromthe Young Americans of the 1910s andthe New York Intellectuals of the 1930sto the Beat poets of the1950s and theNeo-Conservatives of the 1970s.Through figures such as RandolphBourne, John Dewey, Meyer Schapiro,Lewis Mumford, C. Wright Mills andDorothy Day, we will trace the rise andfall of the American avant-garde, thequest for an indigenous theory ofculture, the social sources ofcounterculture, and the shiftingmeanings of the concepts “massculture,” “consumer culture,” “kitsch,”and highbrow/middlebrow/lowbrow.Among the questions we will addressare: Can one be a political radical anda cultural conservative? A politicalconservative and a cultural radical?3 credits

S395 RomeThe course focuses on how the cityof Rome changes through time andthe way its idea of eternity reflectson its culture and urban changes.Monumental Imperial Rome will becompared to the recent results fromexcavations and research of the poorlypreserved archaic and Medieval Rome.Fifteenth-century Rome, with itspowerful popes, initiated a radicalurban transformation by attracting thebest architects and artists for the next300 years. With the monarchy of theend of the 19th century and thenMussolini, the city undergoes radicalchanges once again.3 credits

S396 North AmericanEnvironmental HistoryThis course examines recent historicalwork that makes claims for the“environment” being the majordeterminant in the development of theNorth American continent. We willlook at land use in pre-colonial times,the spread of slave-based extensiveagriculture in the South, wood lotmanagement in the north, mid-westernfarming, western mining, theparameters of nineteenth centuryurban growth as well as the


consequences of the arrival of theautomobile. We will also look at thegrowth of the environmental movementover the last two centuries.3 credits

S397 History of Industrial DesignIn tracing the history of industrialdesign from its emergence at thebeginning of the Industrial Revolutionto the present, this will course will notonly examine aesthetics (of furnitureand the decorative arts, typography,advertising, machinery, toys, etc.) butalso the social and political forces thathave shaped the many styles.Throughout, we will also demonstratehow movements in industrial designrelate to parallel developments in thehistory of painting, sculpture andarchitecture.3 credits

S398 Gender StudiesStudy of the “first wave” of feminism,including Mary Wollstonecraft andAbigail Adams, through theachievement of suffrage in 1920 andthen study of the more radical claimsof “second wave” feminists in the1970s, with Marxist and Freudiananalysis. This course will concludewith contemporary post-feminisms”and changing gender relationships.3 credits

S420 Environmentalismin the Urban ContextThe recent work of environmentalactivists and scholars has produced anew urbanism in which the city formand function is intimately connectedwith natural processes. This rethinkingof the city has opened several newpossibilities for looking at human-environment interactions. In particular,the everyday environment of the citymay be examined as a site foridentifying the hidden geographiesof raw materials, energy and wasteflows. This course looks at threecentral issues: (1) identification of thematerial and ecological processes thatmake possible city form and functionpossible; (2) interpretation of the cityas a constellation of economicinstitutions and social practices thattransform nature over differenttemporal and spatial scales; and (3) theexamination of the environmental andhealth impacts stemming from a city’srole in production and consumption.Students will work on projects usingthe principles of ecological design inthe redevelopment of urban sites.3 credits

S421 History of the ModernMiddle EastThis course considers topics in MiddleEastern history from the First WorldWar to the present. We examine acentury of political unrest that includedtwo world wars, colonialism, the Arab-Israeli conflict, the rise of authoritarianstate structures, the Iranian Islamicrevolution, and the American war onterror.3 credits

S99 Independent Study(Social Sciences)3 credits

History andTheory of ArtWhile contributing to the requiredcurriculum of students enrolled in theSchool of Art, courses in the Historyof Art are also available to studentsin the other schools.

All HTA courses are normally offeredfor two credits. In exceptionalcircumstances, students may petitionto take an HTA course for an additionalcredit. The student must getpermission from both the instructorand the dean of Humanities andSocial Sciences.

Core Curriculum

HTA 1 Art History I: Origins tothe Middle AgesStudy of artifacts, architecture andvisual culture of ancient civilizations andtheir continuing significance. Topicsinclude prehistory, ancient Near East,Egypt, Greece, Rome, India, China,pre-Columbian Americas, Islam, theByzantine Empire and medieval Europe,with special attention given tocrosscultural relationships and affinities.2 credits

HTA 2 Art History II:Renaissance to RevolutionStudy of painting, sculpture andarchitecture produced from the 14ththrough the mid-19th centuries. Topicsinclude Renaissance, Mannerism,Baroque, Rococo, Neoclassicism andRomanticism, with emphasis on theartist as creative genius and on thepolitical and ideological climates inwhich works were commissioned,conceived and made.2 credits

HTA 3 Art History III:Modern to ContemporaryStudy of modern art through a surveyof major movements from the mid-19thcentury on. Topics include Realism,Impressionism, Post-impressionism,Expressionism, Cubism, Suprematismand Constructivism, Dada andSurrealism, abstract expressionism, popart, minimalism, conceptualism andrecent trends. With assigned readingsand museum visits, the course leadsstudents to engage critically withissues of modernism and modernity.2 credits

HTA 101, 102 Modern toContemporary: An Introduction toArt HistoryThis two-semester art history corecourse, developed as part of theFoundation year for students in theSchool of Art but open to all students,is organized around a set of themesrunning through the history ofmodernity from the 18th century to thepresent. Within specific themes,significant works, figures andmovements in art/design will bepresented chronologically. Studentswill be able to identify and criticallyevaluate significant works, figures andmovements in art/design in the modernperiod; be able to describe the mainsocial and political contexts for thechanges in art/design over the last twohundred years; and engage, in writingand class discussion, with theoreticalperspectives on art/design production.The course will involve museum visits.Grading will be based on classparticipation, papers, and exams.2 credits each semester


Electives

HTA 209 Medieval Artand ArchitectureInvestigates the art, architecture andarchaeology of medieval Europe fromConstantine (fourth century) toapproximately 1450, a period whendifferent cultures clashed and mixedtogether to shape the eclectic Westernmedieval world that rose from Romanimperial ruins and ideals. This coursewill follow a chronological sequence,but use recent data from medievalexcavations to challenge traditional arthistorical statements. Early Christian,Byzantine, Barbarian, Islamic,Romanesque and Gothic periods areexamined.2 credits

HTA 210 The Art and Cultureof Fifteenth-Century FlorenceThis course examines the uniquehistorical circumstances and artisticpersonalities that brought about a newkind of art. Special focus will be placedon the role of the Medici family aspatrons. Painters, sculptors andarchitects to be considered includeMasaccio, Fra Angelico, Ghirlandaio,Botticelli, Ghiberti, Donatello, thePollaiuolo brothers, Brunelleschi andAlberti. Monuments such asOrsanmichele, the Baptistry, theCathedral and the Medici Palace willbe placed in their social context anddiscussed in detail.2 credits.

HTA 220 Japanese ArtA chronological survey of Japanese artfrom prehistoric times to the 17thcentury, examining the interaction ofthe uniquely Japanese aestheticsensibility with arts and culturaltraditions transmitted from the Asianmainland. Although the primaryemphasis is on painting and sculpture,attention is also paid to architecture,gardens, pottery, lacquerware andwoodblock prints. Museum visits arean integral part of the course.2 credits

HTA 221 Buddhist Art in AsiaAn examination of Buddhist art inIndia, Afghanistan, Nepal, Tibet,Central Asia, Sri Lanka, SoutheastAsia, China, Japan and Korea in themost characteristic styles, in order toshow how each culture received andinterpreted the Buddhist Doctrines andway of life.2 credits

HTA 222 Asian PaintingA chronological survey of Chinese andJapanese painting and an explorationof the aesthetic and spiritual valuesthat shaped the arts of the brush in theFar East.2 credits

HTA 240 Issues inAsian Contemporary ArtIn this course, students will build afoundation in critical theory revolvingaround issues of race, nationality,sexuality and gender as they relate tothe formation of an artist’s identity, andhow that identity in turn is reflected inthe artist’s output. Attention will bepaid to Asian contemporary artistsworking outside of their own culturesand to Asian-American artists, in anattempt to analyze the role of theAsian diaspora and its connection tocontemporary art production in Asiaproper. Special focus will be paid tothe contemporary art of India,China, Korea and Japan, althoughother nations and regions will alsobe discussed.2 credits

HTA 261 Special Topics inNineteenth-Century ArtRecent topics have included CharlesDarwin’s writings, the “Darwin effect,”and the relationship betweenevolutionary theory and modern art,and the history of the bather inEuropean art, with particular attentionto the work of Courbet, Manet,Daumier, Cézanne and Seurat.2 credits

HTA 263 African ArtAn introduction to the stylistic,conceptual, functional and historicalaspects of sub-Saharan Africansculpture and architecture, the place ofthese arts in the traditional context ofblack African life and their relationshipto the worldview of the African.2 credits

HTA 264 Black Artistsof the AmericasStudies the influence of African art andculture on black painters and sculptorsin North and South America. Symbols,myths, religious rituals and deities willbe explicated in terms of thecorrespondence they develop betweendistant antiquity and the present,allowing, in some cases, for newcreative possibilities.2 credits

HTA 273 Topics in the Historyof PhotographyWriting by the critics, historians andphotographers that have influencedcreation and reception of photographythroughout its history. Issues includedefinitions and redefinitions of art,documentary debates and revisionistcanons and histories.2 credits

HTA 274 History of Photography(1839–1965)A survey of the great artists and theirwork throughout the history ofphotography with emphasis on theimages that were made. Theimportance of key images is discussed.This historical period was one ofconstant technical innovation and theclass studies the effect this had on thework of the individual photographers.2 credits

HTA 275, 276 Twentieth-CenturyArt HistoryConsiders the flourishing “isms” of the20th century, as well as historicalevents, intellectual currents andconflicting aesthetic views, explored inrelation to such enduring artists asPicasso, Matisse, Malevich, Kandinsky,Miro, Klee, Dubuffet, Giacometti,Pollock, Smith, Calder and others.2 credits each semester

HTA 277 Contemporary ArtSurvey of the development ofcontemporary art after Minimalism andPop Art of the 1960s. Chronologicaltreatment includes canonical texts ofcritical theory and issues such asgenre, multiculturism and sitespecificity crucial to the currentpractice of art. Recent topics: Germanpainting.2 credits

HTA 282 Public Sculpture inNew York CityThis course will examine trends thathave informed the history of publicsculpture in New York City, includingcommemoration of historical events,artistic and civic education for themasses, natural history in the serviceof the nation, and the cult of great menand women. We will also examineindividual monuments such asAugustus Saint-Gaudens’s FarragutMonument (1880), Frédéric-AugusteBartholdi’s Statue of Liberty (1886), thesculptural programs of Central Park,Prospect Park, and Green-WoodCemetery, the decorations ofRockefeller Center (including PaulManship’s 1934 Prometheus and LeeLawrie’s 1937 Atlas), Isamu Noguchi’sNews (1940) and the sculpture gardenhe created at his Long Island City

studio, and Richard Serra’s TiltedArc (1978). Emphasis will be placedon reading works or art as primarytexts; viewing sculpture, in localmuseums or in situ, will be a keycomponent of the course.2 credits

HTA 283 The “Genius” ofthe BaroqueThis course examines the genius ofEuropean Baroque art as distilled in thework of its greatest exemplars. We willalso address the ideology of thecounter-reformation church, theemergence of Protestant capitalismand a pluralist, bourgeois society in thenorth, patronage and social identity,propaganda, religious faith, skepticism,sexual identity and the family, allfocused through the position of theartist in society. In no other periodwere body and spirit, sensual andsublime, so closely intermeshed. Arthistory resides precisely in the relationbetween our present interest in theseartists and the past conditions in whichthey worked.2 credits

HTA285: Single-Work SeminarA seminar devoted entirely to a singlemonument or work of art that had aparticularly profound and wideresonance in the socio-political,economic, and cultural milieu in whichit was created and whose range ofinfluence extended well beyond itshistorical time frame. The focusednature of the course material allowsfor both a breadth and a depth ofanalysis to a greater degree than ispossible in other elective art historycourses. Past topics have includedDuccio’s “Maestà.”2 credits

HTA 296 SynartesisA recurring seminar with a changingfocus taught by Professor Dore Ashton.2 credits

HTA 297 History of PrintmakingExplores the history of printmaking andits various processes from the 15thcentury to the present with an eye tothe unique contribution of this graphicart to the history of visual language inboth popular and fine art. While majorprintmakers (e.g., Durer, Rembrandt,Daumier, the Nabis, the GermanExpressionists, Jasper Johns) will beaddressed, attention will also be givento the practical and popular use ofprints through the centuries.2 credits


HTA 298 History of Graphic DesignA study of the history of graphicdesign work arising out of theimportant cultural, political and socialconfigurations in Europe, Asia andthe United States from the time of theindustrial revolution to the presentday. Points of reference includeposters, publications and promotionalpieces being drawn from anunusual collection.2 credits

HTA 313 Seminar in Art HistoryA seminar based on a special topicin the study of art history. The seminarmay be repeated for credit with thepermission of the dean of the Facultyof Humanities and Social Sciences.Recent topics: Picasso.2 credits

HTA 315 Mysteries of NorthernRenaissance ArtThis course examines some of the mosthauntingly beautiful and enigmaticworks in the history of art, from aperiod of deep religiosity andaristocratic ideals, emerging contrarymiddle-class values and exceptionalartistic ambition and self-consciousness. We will begin with asolution for the still unsolved riddle ofthe Ghent Altarpiece and the birth ofmodern painting in the north, movethrough debates about disguisedsymbolism and new conceptions of theartwork in Robert Campin and Rogiervan der Weyden, the crisis ofmodernity in Hieronymus Bosch andthe emergence of a new (sublime)order in the art of Pieter Bruegel,among others.2 credits

HTA 317 Art and Architectureof Ancient PeruIntroduction to the ancient cultures ofPeru from about 3000 B.C.E. to theSpanish conquest, as seen inarchitecture, stone sculpture, ceramics,metalwork and textiles.2 credits

HTA 318 Pre-Columbian Art andArchitecture in MesoamericaA survey of the arts and architecture ofthe pre-Columbian civilizations ofMexico and Central America from theearliest times through the Spanishconquest. Visits to museums andprivate collections are an integral partof the course.2 credits

HTA 323, 333 Islamic Artand ArchitectureA chronological study of Islamic art andarchitecture, including an introductionto Islamic aesthetics, history and

philosophy. The course will examinesamples from religious and literarytexts, architectural monuments,painting, ceramics, metal works andcalligraphy from Spain, North Africa,the Levant, Iraq, Central Asia and India.2 credits each semester

HTA 324 Arts of the Islamic BookThis course looks at the elements thatcontributed to the evolution of Islamicbook illustration from the 10th centuryto the 17th century, such as materials,styles, patronage, administration,choice of text and the relationshipbetween text and image, with specialconcentration on the Persian book.2 credits

HTA 327 The New York ArtCollectorThis course investigates the history ofart collecting as it unfolded inManhattan and the surroundingboroughs. Beginning in colonial timeswith Governor Morris’ acquisition of18th-century French furniture andending in the mid-20th century with theformation of such public institutions asthe Museum of Modern Art, theWhitney Museum of American Art andthe Solomon R. Guggenheim Museum,the course will focus on both the menand women instrumental in theestablishment of these collections andthe specific objects they collected.2 credits

HTA 328 Dada and SurrealismSince their appearance early in the20th century, Dada and Surrealismhave had a profound and lastinginfluence on the arts. This courseexplores the art and ideas of these twomovements within the social, political,intellectual and art historical context ofthe years 1914–1947.2 credits

HTA 329 Nineteenth-CenturyPrintmakingThe 19th century witnessed anexplosion of imagery, in part led by thetechnical developments in commercialprintmaking and the advent ofphotography. This course will surveythe major themes of the period,including the changing cityscape, theiconography of peasants and locallandscapes, the influence of caricatureand the popular press and thedevelopment of Japonism. Classes willbe based on the hands-on viewing oforiginal prints in the New York PublicLibrary by artists including EugeneDelacroix, Edouard Manet, CharlesMeryon, Camille Pissarro, MaryCassatt and James McNeill Whistler.2 credits

HTA 331 The Arts of ChinaThis course is a chronological surveyof the arts of China from the pottery-making and jade-carving culturesof the Neolithic up to contemporaryworks of art. A brief discussion ofhistorical events as well as backgroundin Chinese philosophy, politicalsystems and religious practices willbe presented in order to allow studentsto recontextualize selected workswithin their originating culture. Thecourse is designed to provide studentswith a foundation in visual literacy ofChina, facilitate written expressionand familiarize them with New YorkCity’s cultural institutions exhibitingChinese art.2 creditsHTA 333 Islamic Artand ArchitectureSee HTA 323

HTA 334 Art and Architectureof Islamic IndiaA chronological study from the 16thcentury to the 19th century of thedevelopment of the art andarchitecture of the Mughals; and anexamination of the Arab, Persian,Indian and European influences thatshaped that culture.2 credits

HTA 335 Art and Architectureof the Ancient Near EastMore than 5,000 years ago, the earliestcomponents of civilization, writing,law-giving and the city appeared asMesopotamia, the fertile strip of landbetween the Tigris and the Euphrates,today called Iraq. The course will beginwith an introductory history of Iraq;then it will focus on ancient Iraq andits interaction with surrounding regionsin today’s Iran, Turkey and Syria. It willalso consider contemporarycivilizations in Egypt and the IndusValley. Lectures will look at thegeographical, economical, political andspiritual factors that led to the birth ofthis civilization, with its visual legacyof temples, tombs and palacesdecorated with artworks of distinctiveforms and styles.2 credits

HTA336 Site-Specific ArtThis course will introduce students tomajor issues surrounding site-specificart, including Earth art, out-door sitedart and installation art within anarchitectural space. The range ofartistic interpretation of site-specificitywill be examined, from works that areconceived for and inseparable from aparticular site, to works created inresponse to one site, but subsequentlyreconceived in response to another. Wewill place special emphasis on the

relationship, both physical andconceptual, that site-specific artworkshave with their site. While the primaryfocus of the course will be ontemporarily sited artworks, somerelevant examples of permanent publicart will also be investigated. Throughreadings, discussion and looking atimages, the course will provide anopportunity to approach andunderstand an important developmentin post war and contemporary art. Fieldtrips will be integral to the course.2 credits

HTA337 Russian Art and CultureThe class will survey the history ofRussian art, reaching back to its pre-modern origins. It will address Russianarts and culture in their specificpolitical and ideological context(s).Special attention will be paid toexamining the interdisciplinarycharacter (art, architecture, design, filmand theater) of Constructivism andSuprematism of the early 20th century.The course will also address theimpact of the historical (orrevolutionary) avant-garde oncontemporary art practices. Studentswill be required to prepare short in-class presentation on a specificmodern or contemporary artist,architect, or designer, who uses orused the constructivist vocabulary inhis or her work, and, as a final project,write a ten page research paper.2 credits

HTA 340 The Artist inRenaissance ItalyThis course will focus on artistsworking in the Italian peninsulabetween ca 1400 and ca 1600, withthe goal of learning how and why theycreated the paintings, tapestries,sculpture, prints and decorative artthat we now think as “Renaissance.”In addition to studying materials,techniques and iconography, we shallconsider the important role ofpatronage, both sacred and secular.2 credits

HTA 400 Single-Artist SeminarA course devoted entirely to the lifeand work of one important artist,selected anew from across thespectrum of world art each time it isoffered. The seminar is designed toallow for an in-depth experience in thediscipline of art history that extendswell beyond what is possible in periodsurvey courses. Recent topics:Leonardo; Rembrandt; Degas.2 credits


HTA 99 Independent Study(History/Theory of Art)2 credits

ID441 Interdisciplinary SeminarShifting TerritoriesAn interdisciplinary seminar shared bythe Faculty of Humanities and SocialSciences and the three schools. Eachseminar is taught by a team of facultyrepresenting at least two of the fourdivisions. The theme of the seminarwill be announced in advance.3 credits

FACULTY

Administration

William Germano, Dean

Katherine ApolitoAdministrative Associate

Gwen Hyman, Director,Center for Writing

Sohnya Sayres, Academic Adviser

Full-Time Faculty

Professors

Dore AshtonArt HistoryB.A., University of Wisconsin;M.A., Harvard University;Litt.D., Moore College

William GermanoEnglish LiteratureB.A., Columbia University;Ph.D., Indiana University

Anne GriffinPolitical ScienceB.A., Wellesley College;M.A, Ph.D., New York University

Atina GrossmannHistoryB.A., CUNY;Ph.D., Rutgers University

Brian SwannHumanitiesB.A., M.A., Queens College,Cambridge University;Ph.D., Princeton University

David WeirComparative LiteratureB.A., University of North Alabama;M.A., University of Alabama;Ph.D., New York University


Peter BuckleyHistoryB.A., Sussex University;M.A., Ph.D., SUNY at Stony Brook

Sohnya SayresHumanitiesB.A., M.A.H., Ph.D., SUNY at Buffalo

Mary StieberArt HistoryB.F.A., Carnegie Mellon;M.A., University of Pittsburgh;M.A, Ph.D., Princeton University


Maren StangeProfessor of HumanitiesB.A., Radcliffe College;M.A., Tufts University;Ph.D., Boston University

Visiting Distinguished ProfessorsVisiting distinguished professorsin the Faculty of Humanities andSocial Sciences have included:Diane Ackerman, Stanley Aronowitz,David Garrow, David Harvey, RichardHoward, Tamar Jacoby, Floyd Lapp,W.S. Merwin, Derek Mahon, MariePonsot, Hillard Pouncey, Jim Sleeperand Alan Trachtenberg

Adjunct Faculty

Haitham AbdullahInstructor in Art HistoryB.F.A., University of Baghdad;M.A., M.F.A., City College of New York

André AcimanDistinguished Professorin the HumanitiesB.A. Lehman College;M.A., Ph.D. Harvard

Albert AppletonAssociate Professor of Social SciencesB.A., Gonzaga College;J.D., Yale Law School

Marek BartelikAssociate Professor of Art HistoryM.S., Columbia University;Ph.D., CUNY Graduate Center

Benjamin BinstockAssistant Professor of Art HistoryB.A., M.A., University of California,Berkeley;Ph.D., Columbia University

Gail BucklandDistinguished Professor inthe History of PhotographyB.A., University of Rochester

Gerardo del Cerro SantamaríaAssociate Professor of Social SciencesM.A., Ph.D., New School forSocial Research;B.A., Ph.D., Universidad Autónomade Madrid;M.A., Royal Conservatory of Music,Madrid

Michael DorschAssistant Professor of Art HistoryB.A., Swarthmore College;M.A., Ph.D., New York University

Michelle HobartAssistant Professor of Art HistoryLaurea, University of SienaM.A., University of London;Ph.D., New York University

James HobermanProfessor of CinemaB.A., SUNY at Binghamton;M.F.A., Columbia University

Gwen HymanAssistant Professor of HumanitiesB.A., University of Toronto;M.A., M.Phil., Ph.D., ColumbiaUniversity

Julian Paul KeenanProfessor of Social SciencesB.A., M.A., The College at New Paltz;Ph.D., The University at Albany

Heidi KingInstructor in Art HistoryB. A., University of Geneva;M.A., Columbia University

Tristan KirvinAssistant Professor of Social SciencesB.A., Boston College; Ph.D. New YorkUniversity

Sarah LowengardAssociate Professor of Social SciencesA.B.,Washington University;M.A., Ph.D., SUNY at Stony Brook

Jeff MadrickProfessor of EconomicsB.S., New York University;M.B.A., Harvard University

Sean McGladeInstructor in HumanitiesB.A., Vassar College;M. Phil., Trinity College, Dublin

Jill MullerAssistant Professor of HumanitiesB.A., Mercy College;Ph.D., Columbia University

Harold RamdassAssistant Professor of HumanitiesB.A., Baruch College;Ph.D., Princeton University

John SarichAssistant Professor of EconomicsB.A., University of Michigan;M.A., Ph.D., New School forSocial Research

Gail SatlerProfessor of SociologyB.A., Stony Brook University;M.A., Queens College;Ph.D., CUNY Graduate Center

Sharla SavaAssistant Professor of HumanitiesB.A., University of Toronto;M.A., University of British Columbia;Ph.D., Simon Fraser University

Martha SchulmanInstructor in HumanitiesA.B., University of Chicago;M.F.A., Columbia University


Sandra SiderAssistant Professor of Art HistoryB.A., M.A., Ph.D., University ofNorth Carolina, Chapel Hill;M.L.S., Columbia University;M.A., New York University

Catherine SiemannAssistant Professor ofEnglish LiteratureB.A., SUNY Binghamton;J.D., New York University;M.A., M.Phil., Columbia University;Ph.D., Columbia University

Nicole SimpsonInstructor in Art HistoryB.A., University of Chicago;M. A., Institute of Fine Arts,New York University

Mary TaylorAssistant Professor of Social SciencesB.A., University of Southern Colorado;M.A., New School for Social Research;Ph.D., CUNY Graduate Center

Deborah WaxenbergAssistant Professor of PsychologyB.A., Hampshire College;Ph.D., CUNY Graduate Center

Andrew WeinsteinAssistant Professor of Art HistoryB.A., Brown University;M.A., University of Pennsylvania;M.A., New York University;Ph.D., New York University

James WylieAssociate Professor of HumanitiesB.A., Boston University


Trustees,Officers, DeansAdministration,EmeritiThe listings in this catalog includefaculty, administrative personneland emeriti as of August 2008.Some faculty members’ educationalbackgrounds were not availableat press time.

TrusteesMark Epstein A’76, ChairmanRobert A. Bernhard, Chairman EmeritusMarc AppletonRobert Aquilina CE’78Lawrence BenensonDon Blauweiss A’61Michael Borkowsky ME’61Charles S. CohenFrançois deMenil AR’87Thomas R. Driscoll ME’77Audrey Flack A’51Jeffrey GuralDouglas A.P. HamiltonVikas KapoorJohn Huddy AR’85Stanley N. Lapidus EE’70Richard S. LincerJohn MichaelsonDaniel OkrentBruce Pasternack ME’68Judith RodinMoshe SafdieWilliam H. Sandholm CE’63Georgiana J. SladePhilip Trahanas EE’92Martin Trust ME’56Cynthia WeilerRonald Weiner

OfficersJamshed Bharucha, PresidentB.A., Vassar College;M.A., Yale University;Ph.D., Harvard University

T. C. Westcott, Vice President forFinance, Administration & TreasurerAAS in Nursing with honors fromStaten Island Community College;B.S. Lehman College;M.B.A. Columbia University GraduateSchool of Business

Derek A. Wittner, Vice Presidentfor DevelopmentB.A. Columbia College;J.D. Columbia Law School

Lawrence CacciatoreSecretary to the Board of Trusteesand Director of OperationsB.A., M.A., New York University

DeansSaskia Bos, Dean of the School of ArtB.A., University of Groningen;M.A., University of Amsterdam

Simon Ben-Avi, Acting Dean andAssociate Dean, Albert NerkenSchool of EngineeringProfessor of Electrical EngineeringB.Sc., M.Sc., Ph.D., University ofManchester Institute of Science andTechnology, England

William Germano, Dean, Faculty ofHumanities and Social SciencesProfessor of English LiteratureB.A., Columbia University;Ph.D., Indiana University

Anthony Vidler, Dean,The Irwin S. Chanin Schoolof ArchitectureB.A. Hons., Dipl.Arch.,Cambridge University;Ph.D., Delft University of Technology(The Netherlands)

Linda M. Lemiesz, Dean of StudentsB.A., Smith College;M.A., M.Phil., Ph.D.,Columbia University;J.D., New York Law School

Mitchell L. Lipton, Dean,Admissions and RecordsB.A., SUNY at Binghamton;M.P.A., New York University

Steven Lam, Associate Dean,School of ArtB.A., Trinity University;M.F.A., University of California, Irvine;Whitney Museum IndependentStudy Program

Elizabeth O’Donnell, Associate Dean,The Irwin S. Chanin Schoolof ArchitectureUniversity of Minnesota;B.Arch., The Cooper Union; R.A.

Stephen P. Baker, Associate Deanof StudentsDirector of Recreation, Healthand SafetyB.S., New York University

Susan E. Davidson, Assistant Dean,AdmissionsB.S., Cornell University;Ed.M., Harvard University

John Falls, Assistant Dean,AdmissionsB.A., St. John's UniversityM.A., Brooklyn College

President’s Council

Joel R. Alper CE’58

Corice Arman

Ivan Chermayeff

Henry N. Cobb, FAIA

Preston A. Davis

Susan Silver deMenil

Barbaralee Diamonstein-Spielvogel

Elizabeth Diller AR‘79

Robert F. Fox Jr.

Alexander Gorlin AR’78

T.J. Gottesdiener AR’79

Benedict A. Itri EE’75

Elliot S. Jaffe

Maurice Kanbar

Jay Kriegel

Stanley N. Lapidus EE’70

Leon M. Lederman

Carol Sutton Lewis

Richard B. Lowe III

Edgar Mokuvos EE’78

Toshiko Mori, AIA AR’76

Jeanne Moutoussamy-Ashe A’75

Cynthia Hazen Polsky

Andrew Russell

Morley Safer

Sara Lee Schupf

Charles A. Shorter

Neal Slavin A’63

Martha Stewart

Willard L. Warren EE’50

Philip Zev Weisberg EE’84

William D. Zabel, Esq.

Administration

Gerardo del Cerro Santamaría, Directorof Assessment and Innovation;Associate Professor of Social SciencesM.A., Ph.D., New School forSocial Research;B.A., Ph.D., Universidad Autónomade Madrid;M.A., Royal Conservatory of Music,Madrid

Natasha Cornell-Poku, Director ofResidence LifeB.A., SUNY at New Platz;M.S., Hofstra University;M.A., New York University

Ellen Dorsey, Associate RegistrarB.A., Queens College, CUNY;M.S., City College of New York, CUNY

Gerald Fetner, Directorof Institutional GivingB.A., M.A., Queens College;Ph.D., Brown University

Ann Marie Gong, Directorof Operations-Finance andAdministrationB.A., School of Visual Arts

Jody Jeffery Grapes, Directorof Facilities Management

David Greenstein, Directorof Continuing Education/Public ProgramsB.A., Dartmouth College;M.A., Ph.D., Columbia University

Robert P. Hopkins, ChiefTechnology OfficerAssociate Professor ofComputer ScienceB.S., St. Joseph’s College, Indiana;M.B.A, Fordham University

Mindy Lang, Director,Center for Design and TypographyB.F.A, The Cooper Union

Claire McCarthy, Directorof Public Affairs

Mary Ruokonen, Directorof Financial Aid

Robert Thill, Director, Center forCareer DevelopmentB.A., California State University;M.F.A., Pratt Institute

Ulla Volk, Head LibrarianM.L.S., Royal Danish Library School;M.L.S., University ofWisconsin-Madison;M.A., New York University

President EmeritusGeorge Campbell Jr.

Chairman EmeritusRonald W. Drucker CE’62

Trustees Emeriti

Milton Glaser A’51

Alex Katz A’49

Clarence F. Michalis

Carroll L. Wainwright, Jr.


Faculty/Administration Emeriti

Richard L. BoryDean Emeritus of Admissionsand RecordsB.A., St. Bonaventure University;M.Div., Christ the King Seminary;M.S., Queens College, CUNY

Richard S. Bowman*Professor Emeritus ofComparative Literature

Arthur CorwinProfessor Emeritus of ArtOzenfant and Hans Hofmann,Schools of Fine Art;The Cooper Union;B.F.A., B.Arch., Yale University

Shang-I ChengProfessor Emeritus ofChemical EngineeringB.S., M.S., Ph.D., P.E.

Wallace ChinitzProfessor Emeritus ofMechanical EngineeringB.M.E., City College of New York;M.M.E., Ph.D., Polytechnic University

Richard G. Costello *Professor Emeritus ofElectrical EngineeringB.E., The Cooper Union;M.S.E.E., New York University;Ph.D., University of Wisconsin

Peter D. EisenmanThe Irwin S. Chanin DistinguishedProfessor Emeritus of ArchitectureB.Arch., Cornell University;M.S.Arch., Columbia University;M.A., Ph.D., University of Cambridge,England;R.A., N.C.A.R.B., F.A.I.A.

Walton D. Ellison*Professor Emeritus of PhysicsB.S., University of Colorado;Ph.D., New York University

Richard C. Extermann*Professor Emeritus of PhysicsLic. es Sc., Ph.D.

William W. Flexner *Professor Emeritus of MathematicsB.S., Ph.D.

Stanley M. FormanProfessor Emeritus of PhysicsB.A., Ph.D.

Sue Ferguson GussowProfessor Emerita of ArchitecturePratt Institute;The Cooper Union;The Brooklyn Museum;B.S., Columbia University;M.F.A., Tulane University

Hans HaackeProfessor Emeritus of ArtM.F.A., Staatsexamen, StaatlWerkakademie, Kassel, Germany;Hon. D.F.A., Oberlin College;Atelier 17, Paris; Tyler School of Art;Pratt Graphics Center

John Q. Hejduk*Dean of the Irwin S. Chanin Schoolof ArchitectureProfessor Emeritus of ArchitectureThe Cooper UnionB.S. in Arch., University of CincinnatiM.Arch., Harvard University;Università degli Studi, Rome;Hon. L.H.D., University of Illinoisat Chicago;R.A.; N.C.A.R.B.;Fellow of the Royal Society;F.A.I.A.

Richard Henderson*Associate Dean of the Irwin S. ChaninSchool of ArchitectureProfessor Emeritus of ArchitectureB.Arch., Cornell University;R.A.

Joel W. Hollenberg*Professor Emeritus ofMechanical EngineeringB.E., The Cooper Union;M.S., Ph.D., Stevens Instituteof Technology;P.E.

Henry B. HopeProfessor Emeritus ofChemical EngineeringB.Ch.E., M.A., Ph.D.

Leo S. KaplanB.A., City College of New York, CUNY;M.A., Columbia University

Ralph KnappProfessor Emeritusof Electrical EngineeringB.E., M.S.

Walter S. Kut *Professor Emeritusof Mechanical EngineeringB.S. in M.E., M.S., P.E.

Jean Le MéeProfessor Emeritus ofMechanical EngineeringB.S., Ecole Nationale de la MarineMarchande, Nantes;M.S., Ph.D.,Carnegie Mellon University

Arsete J. LucchesiAssociate Dean Emeritus, AlbertNerken School of EngineeringProfessor Emeritus of MathematicsB.S., Queens College, CUNY;M.S., New York University

Philip Nudd*Professor Emeritus ofElectrical EngineeringB.S.E.E., M.S., P.E.

George Sadek*Frank Stanton Professorof Graphic DesignB.A., M.F.A.

Melvin SandlerJesse Sherman Professor ofElectrical Engineering EmeritusB.E.E., M.E.E., Ph.D. PolytechnicUniversity

Ricardo ScofidioProfessor Emeritus of ArchitectureThe Cooper UnionB.Arch., Columbia University;R.A., N.C.A.R.B.

Michael G. Sundell*Professor Emeritus of HumanitiesB.A., A.M., Ph.D.

David H. H. TungProfessor Emeritus ofCivil EngineeringB.C.E., M.C.E., Ph.D., P.E.

Ysrael A. Seinuk*Professor Emeritus of ArchitectureDegree in Civil Engineering,University of Havana;P.E., F.A.C.I., C.Eng., F.I.C.E.,F.A.S.C.E.

Fred SiegelProfessor Emeritus of HistoryB.A., Rutgers University;M.A., Ph.D., University of Pittsburgh

Gerry WeissProfessor of ElectricalEngineering EmeritusB.E., The Cooper Union;S.M., Harvard University;D.E.E., Polytechnic University;P.E.

Chester WisniewskiProfessor Emeritus of ArchitectureB.Arch., Syracuse University;Taliesin. R.A., N.C.A.R.B.

Cooper Union Alumni Association2011–2012 Executive Board

Peter Cafiero CE’83President

Rocco Cetera CE’99Vice President/Alumni Activities

Robert Marano EE’93Vice President/Faculty andStudent Liaison

Robert Tan AR’81Secretary/Treasurer

Don Blauweiss A’61Alumni Trustee

Audrey Flack A’51Alumni Trustee

John Huddy AR’85Alumni Trustee

Ray Falci ME’86Alumni Trustee

MaryAnn Nichols A’68Past President

Carmi Bee AR’67Past President

Carl Selinger CE’67Nominating Committee Chair

* deceased


THE COOPER UNIONDiscrimination PoliciesJuly 2011

Nondiscrimination and Anti-HarassmentPolicies and Complaint Procedures

The Cooper Union’s Vice President for Finance, Administration &Treasurer/Equal Opportunity Officer has overall responsibility forthe management of the College’s Equal Opportunity and Nondis-crimination Policies and has been designated to coordinatecompliance activities under these policies and applicable federal,state and local laws. Students, faculty, and staff may contact theVice President for Finance, Administration & Treasurer/EqualOpportunity Officer, Human Resources Director, Dean of Studentsor their Academic Dean to inquire about their rights under theCollege’s policies, request counseling, or seek information aboutfiling a complaint.

Complaints by students against students are governed by theCollege’s Code of Fair Practice and Student Equal EducationalOpportunity and NonDiscrimination and Anti-Harassment Policies.Complaints by students against faculty or other college employeesare governed by the Student Equal Educational Opportunity andNonDiscrimination and Anti-Harassment Policies.

Complaints by faculty and other employees are governed bythe Equal Employment Opportunity and Nondiscrimination andAnti-Harassment Policies, published in the Staff Handbooks. Linksto those policies are available at: http://cooper.edu/. Faculty andbargaining unit staff may also refer to their collective bargainingagreements.

All students, faculty and other employees are protected fromretaliation for filing a complaint or assisting in an investigationunder the Nondiscrimination and Anti-Harassment Policies. TheCollege’s policies apply to all students, faculty, other employees,and applicants for admission and employment, and all suchpersons are protected from coercion, intimidation, interference,or retaliation for filing an internal or external complaint of discrim-ination or harassment or assisting in an investigation under any ofthe above-named policies and applicable laws.

Student Equal Educational OpportunityAnd NondiscriminationAnd Anti-Harassment Policies

The Cooper Union is committed to providing a learning environ-ment free from unlawful discrimination and harassment and tofostering a nurturing and vibrant community founded upon thefundamental dignity and worth of all of its members. Consistentwith this commitment and with applicable laws, it is the policy ofThe Cooper Union not to tolerate unlawful discrimination orharassment in any form and to provide students who feel that theyare victims of discrimination or harassment with mechanisms forseeking redress.

Continuing its long-standing policy to support activelyequality of opportunity for all persons, The Cooper Union does notdiscriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, sex, color, sexualorientation, national and ethnic origin, nor does it discriminateagainst qualified handicapped or disabled persons or any otherlegally protected characteristic, in the administration of its admis-sion and educational policies or scholarship, loan, athletic andother school-administered programs. Rather, The Cooper Unionaffirms that it admits students regardless of their age, race, reli-gion, sex, color, handicap or disability, sexual orientation, ethnicity,national origin or any other legally protected characteristic andthereafter accords them all the rights and privileges generallymade available to students at the school.

Consistent with The Cooper Union’s policy of supportingcultural diversity, no student shall be refused admission to or bedismissed from The Cooper Union solely because he/she is unableto participate in any examination, study, or work requirement dueto his or her religious observances and practices. It is the intent ofThe Cooper Union to reasonably accommodate an individualstudent’s religious obligations and practices without penalty,based on good faith, effort and due notice to those relevantlyconcerned of the anticipated religious observance date. It is thestudent’s obligation to provide prior notice of anticipatedabsences. Students absent due to religious observances and prac-tices will be given an opportunity to make up any examination,study, or work requirement missed, without penalty.

The College also reasonably accommodates students withdisabilities in accordance with the law. Discriminatory harassmentand sexual harassment pose a direct threat to the right of everymember of The Cooper Union community to be treated respect-fully. Students, professors, staff, and administrators share an obli-gation to maintain an environment in which members of thecommunity are free to pursue and to promote learning, scholarly


inquiry, and artistic achievement without harassment. The harass-ment of any student is unacceptable and will not be tolerated atThe Cooper Union.

Nothing in this policy shall abridge academic freedom or theCollege’s educational mission. Prohibitions against discriminationand harassment do not extend to statements or written materialsthat are germane to the classroom subject matter.

DefinitionsFor purposes of these policies and procedures, discrimination,discriminatory harassment, and sexual harassment are definedas follows:

DiscriminationDiscrimination is defined as:• Treating members of a protected class less favorably because oftheir membership in that class; or• Having a policy or practice that has a disproportionately adverseimpact on protected class members,without sufficient justification.

“Protected class” refers to any personal trait or category that isprotected by law, including an individual’s race, religion, sex, color,ethnicity, national origin, age, marital status, creed, genetic predis-position and carrier status, sexual orientation, alienage, citizenshipstatus, veteran status, disability or any other characteristicprotected by law.

Discriminatory HarassmentDiscriminatory harassment is defined as substantially interferingwith an individual’s educational or college living experience bysubjecting him or her to severe or threatening conduct or torepeated humiliating or abusive conduct, based on his or hermembership in a protected class. This includes sexual harass-ment, which is described below in further detail.

Under this policy, harassment is verbal or physical conductthat belittles or shows hostility or aversion toward an individualbecause of his or her race, religion, sex, color, ethnicity, nationalorigin, age, marital status, creed, genetic predisposition andcarrier status, sexual orientation, alienage, citizenship status,veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected bylaw, or that of his or her relatives, friends, or associates, and that:• Has the purpose or effect of creating an intimidating, hostile, oroffensive academic environment;• Has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with anindividual’s academic performance; or• Otherwise adversely affects an individual’s academic experience.

Harassing conduct includes, but is not limited to: epithets,slurs, or negative stereotyping; threatening, intimidating, or hostileacts; and written or graphic material that belittles or shows hostilityor aversion toward an individual or group and that is placed onwalls or elsewhere on The Cooper Union premises or circulated inthe school (including through e-mail).

Sexual HarassmentUnwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and otherverbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature constitute sexualharassment when:• Submission to such conduct is made either explicitly or implicitlya term or condition of an individual’s education or employment; or• Submission to or rejection of such conduct by an individual isused as the basis for academic or employment decisions affectingthat individual; or• Such conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interferingwith an individual’s academic or work performance or creating anintimidating, hostile, demeaning, or offensive academic, work orcollege living environment.

Sexual harassment may include a range of subtle and not so subtlebehaviors and may involve individuals of the same or differentgender. Depending on the circumstances, these behaviors mayinclude, but are not limited to: unwanted sexual advances orrequests for sexual favors; sexual jokes and innuendo; verbalabuse of a sexual nature; commentary about an individual’s body,sexual prowess or sexual deficiencies; leering, catcalls ortouching; insulting or obscene comments or gestures; display orcirculation of sexually suggestive objects or pictures (includingthrough e-mail); and other physical, verbal or visual conduct of asexual nature. Sex based harassment— that is, harassment notinvolving sexual activity or language—may also constitute discrim-ination if it is severe or pervasive and directed at an individualbecause of his or her sex.

Truly consensual romantic relationships are not sexualharassment and are not prohibited by The Cooper Union’s poli-cies. Individuals should be aware, however, that romantic rela-tionships are susceptible to being determined after the fact tohave been nonconsensual, and even coercive, whenever there isan inherent power differential between the parties. Therefore, anysuch relationship between a faculty or staff member and a studentis strongly discouraged.


Requests for Disability AccommodationStudents seeking an accommodation for a disability shouldcontact the Dean of Students. Such requests may also be given tothe Vice President for Finance, Administration & Treasurer /EqualOpportunity Officer.

Inquiries About PolicyInquiries concerning any policy, program or other activity at TheCooper Union may be referred to the following individual who hasbeen designated by The Cooper Union to oversee the continuedapplication of the School’s nondiscrimination and anti-harass-ment policies:

TC WestcottVice President for Finance, Administration &Treasurer/Equal Opportunity OfficerThe Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and ArtBusiness Office 30 Cooper Square, 7th FloorNew York, NY 10003Tel. 212.353.4150

Procedures for Students with Concernsor Complaints About Discrimination andHarassment and Non Retaliation PolicyAll members of the College community are expected to adhere tothe College’s policies and to cooperate with the procedures forresponding to complaints of discrimination and harassment. Allare encouraged to report any conduct believed to be in violation ofthese policies. It is in the best interest of the entire Cooper Unioncommunity for students to report incidents of discrimination andharassment. All students and applicants for admission areprotected from coercion, intimidation, interference, or retaliationfor filing a complaint or assisting in an investigation under any ofthe applicable policies and laws. Subjecting another to retaliatory,intimidating or coercive conduct for filing a complaint or partici-pating in an investigation is prohibited and may be addressed as aseparate violation.

Any person who believes that he or she has been the subjectof discrimination or harassment may initially choose to deal withthe alleged offender directly through a face-to-face discussion, apersonal telephone conversation, e-mail correspondence, orletters. In many cases, this may effectively resolve the situation;however, individuals are not required to address the allegedoffender directly. Such an approach may be ineffective incorrecting the problem, or an individual may be uncomfortable inhandling the situation alone. All students are strongly urged topromptly report concerns of discrimination and harassment underthe procedures outlined below.

Formal Complaint Procedures for StudentsStudents who wish to make a formal complaint may do so in accor-dance with the procedures set forth below.

Complaints About Other StudentsThe harassment of any student is unacceptable and will not betolerated at The Cooper Union. It is in the best interest of the entireCooper Union community for students to report incidents ofdiscrimination and harassment. Any student who believes he orshe has been subjected to harassment by another student shouldsubmit a complaint, if possible in writing, to the Vice President forFinance, Administration & Treasurer/Equal Opportunity Officer,the Dean of Students or his or her Academic Dean. The College willthen designate the appropriate person to address the complaint.After a complaint is made, it will be investigated and an attemptwill be made to resolve the matter as amicably and privately aspossible. The penalties of expulsion, suspension, dismissal,warning, probation, or loss of privileges can be meted out to the


offending student in the College’s discretion and as the Collegedeems appropriate.The matter may be referred to the Student Judi-cial Committee, in accordance with the procedures set forth in theCode of Fair Practice.

Complaints About Faculty And EmployeesThe Cooper Union has established separate procedures to handlestudent complaints about harassment and discriminationimposed on students by faculty or staff.

Sexual harassment, whether it imposes a requirement ofsexual cooperation as a condition of academic achievement ornot, is inimical to the College’s academic environment. Harass-ment and discrimination on the basis of race, religion, nationalorigin, sex, and/or sexual orientation and any other characteristicprotected by law are also prohibited. Student complaints aboutharassment by staff or faculty should be filed with the Dean ofStudents, the Vice President for Finance, Administration & Treas-urer/Equal Opportunity Officer, or the Academic Dean.

The Vice President for Finance, Administration & Treas-urer/Equal Opportunity Officer will investigate, or will appoint aninvestigator to investigate the matter and try to resolve the matteras amicably and privately as possible. If this effort is not successfuland if the Vice President for Finance, Administration & Treas-urer/Equal Opportunity Officer or the President deems it appro-priate under the circumstances, a Hearing Board may beappointed by the President to review the complaint, conduct anyadditional investigation deemed appropriate, and make recom-mendations to the President.

A Hearing Board is typically comprised of an AcademicDean, a faculty member, and an elected student representative,all from schools other than that of the complainant, although theCollege retains discretion to alter the composition of a HearingBoard as it deems appropriate.

In resolving any matter, the College retains discretion to takeany remedial action it deems appropriate, including, withoutlimitation, warning, demotion, transfer, suspension, trainingand termination.

Complaints against persons represented by a labor organi-zation will be handled in a manner that is consistent with the appli-cable collective bargaining agreement.

Complaints About Third PartiesStudent complaints of discrimination or harassment by third parties(e.g., visitors to the school or contractors working on school prem-ises) may be filed in the same manner as complaints about facultyand employees and will be governed by the same procedures.

Independent Investigation and Review by TrusteesThe Cooper Union, in its discretion, may conduct an investigationindependent of or in addition to the procedures outlined above, atany time. In addition, although the Board of Trustees will not typi-cally be involved in the receipt, investigation and remediation ofcomplaints of discrimination and harassment, the Board ofTrustees or a committee authorized by the Chairman of the Boardof Trustees is authorized to modify the procedures herein as itdeems appropriate under the circumstances, and to take reme-dial action as it deems appropriate.

At the conclusion of the investigation under any of the proce-dures set forth above, the complaining party and the accused partywill be noticed of the outcome of the investigation. Students withquestions as to the appropriate procedure in a particular situationshould contact the Dean of Students, the Vice President forFinance, Administration & Treasurer/Equal Opportunity Officer, ortheir Academic Dean.

Non-RetaliationRetaliation against students who complain about perceiveddiscrimination or harassment is strictly prohibited. Complaints ofretaliation will be investigated and treated as violations of theCollege’s Nondiscrimination and Anti-Harassment Policy.

Compliance with Laws Promoting Equal EducationalOpportunity and Prohibiting Discrimination and HarassmentIn accordance with all applicable laws and pursuant to its own poli-cies and operating procedures, The Cooper Union provides forequal opportunity and prohibits unlawful discrimination andharassment. The applicable laws include:

Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, prohibitsdiscrimination against any person on the basis of race, color,or national origin in programs or activities receiving federal finan-cial assistance.Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, prohibitsdiscrimination against any person because of race, color, sex, reli-gion, pregnancy or national origin in connection with employment.Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, as amended,prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in the conduct or oper-ation of a school’s educational programs or activities, includingadmission to these programs and activities.Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 prohibits theexclusion of any person solely on the basis of a disability fromparticipation in or access to benefits of any federally financedprogram or activity; it also prohibits discrimination against anyperson solely on the basis of disability in any federally financedprogram or activity.


The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, prohibits discrim-ination against persons with disabilities in public accommodations.The AgeDiscrimination Act of 1975, prohibits discrimination onthe basis of age in programs and activities receiving federal finan-cial assistance.The New York Executive Law, Article 15, Section 296(4),prohibits an educational institution from denying the use of itsfacilities to anyone otherwise qualified or permitting harassmentof a student or applicant on the basis of color, race, religion,disability, national origin, sexual orientation, military status, sex,age, and marital status.The New York Education Law, Section 313, as amended,prohibits educational institutions from discriminating againstpersons seeking admission as students to any institution, program,or course because of race, color, sex, religion, creed, maritalstatus, age, sexual orientation, or national origin.TheNewYork City HumanRights Law,Section 8-107, prohibitsdiscrimination on the basis of actual or perceived race,creed,color,national origin, age, gender (including gender identity and expres-sion), disability, marital status, partnership status, sexual orienta-tion, or alienage or citizenship status in public accommodations.

Any person wanting to file an external complaint under any ofthese laws should consult the website of the relevant governmentagency listed below:

Office of Civil Rights,U.S. Department of Educationhttp://www.ed.gov/

New York State Division of Human Rightshttp://www.dhr.state.ny.us/

New York City Commission on Human Rightshttp://www.nyc.gov/html/cchr/home.html

Policy and Procedures forFaculty and Staff

Faculty and Staff Equal Employment Opportunityand Nondiscrimination and Anti-Harassment Policies

The Cooper Union is an equal opportunity employer and iscommitted to providing a working and learning environment freefrom unlawful discrimination and to fostering a nurturing andvibrant community founded upon the fundamental dignity andworth of all of its members. The College does not discriminateagainst or permit harassment of employees or applicants foremployment on the basis of race, color, sex, gender (includinggender identity and expression),pregnancy,religion,creed,nationalorigin, age, alienage and citizenship, status as a perceived oractual victim of domestic violence, disability, marital status, sexualorientation, military status, partnership status, genetic predispo-sition or carrier status, arrest record, or any other legally protectedstatus.

Sexual harassment is strictly prohibited. Harassment on thebasis of any other protected characteristic is also strictly prohibited.

The Cooper Union reasonably accommodates employeesand applicants with disabilities and also provides reasonableaccommodation of religious beliefs and practices in accordancewith law.

Nothing in these policies shall abridge academic freedom orthe College’s educational mission. Prohibitions against discrimi-nation and harassment do not extend to statements or writtenmaterials that are germane to classroom subject matter.

All members of The Cooper Union community are expectedto adhere to these policies and to cooperate with the proceduresfor responding to complaints of discrimination and harassment.They also are encouraged to report any conduct they believe to bein violation of these policies. Management and supervisorypersonnel in particular are responsible for taking reasonable andnecessary action to prevent discrimination and harassment in theworkplace and for responding promptly and thoroughly to anysuch claims. Those individuals include any officer or dean havingformal supervisory responsibility over employees. For the purposeof these policies, faculty are supervisors of other faculty when theyare acting in a supervisory role as department chair, dean,academic vice president, or similar position.

Employees may file an informal or formal complaint under thispolicy as set forth below. Any individual found to have engaged indiscrimination or harassment will be subject to discipline up to andincluding termination. Retaliation against anyone who files acomplaint or participates in an investigation of a complaint is prohib-ited and will be addressed as a separate violation of this policy.


The Cooper Union provides training programs to educatefaculty and administrators about conduct that may constitute aviolation of its policies and to inform them of the procedures thatare available to respond to alleged violations.

DefinitionsFor purposes of these policies and procedures, discrimination,discriminatory harassment, and sexual harassment are definedas follows:

DiscriminationDiscrimination is defined as:• Treating members of a protected class less favorably because oftheir membership in that class; or• Having a policy or practice that has a disproportionately adverseimpact on protected class members,without sufficient justification.• “Protected class” refers to any personal trait or category that isprotected by law, including an individual’s race, religion, sex, color,ethnicity, national origin, age, marital status, creed, genetic predis-position and carrier status, sexual orientation, alienage, citizenshipstatus, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristicprotected by law.

Discriminatory HarassmentDiscriminatory Harassment is defined as subjecting an individualto humiliating, abusive, or threatening conduct that creates anintimidating, hostile, or abusive work environment; alters theconditions of employment; or unreasonably interferes with an indi-vidual’s work performance on the basis of that individual’smembership in a protected class. This includes sexual harass-ment, which is described in further detail below.

Under this policy, harassment is verbal or physical conductthat belittles or shows hostility or aversion toward an individualbecause of his or her race, religion, sex, color, ethnicity, nationalorigin, age, marital status, creed, genetic predisposition andcarrier status, sexual orientation, alienage, citizenship status,veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected bylaw, or that of his or her relatives, friends, associates, and that:• Has the purpose or effect of creating an intimidating, hostile, oroffensive work environment;• Has the purpose or effect of unreasonably interfering with anindividual’s work performance; or• Otherwise adversely affects an individual’s employment.

Harassing conduct includes, but is not limited to: epithets,slurs, or negative stereotyping; threatening, intimidating, or hostileacts; and written or graphic material that belittles or shows hostilityor aversion toward an individual or group and that is placed onwalls or elsewhere on The Cooper Union premises or circulated inthe workplace (including through e-mail).

Sexual HarassmentUnwelcome sexual advances, requests for sexual favors, and otherverbal or physical conduct of a sexual nature constitute sexualharassment when:• Submission to such conduct is made either explicitly or implic-itly a term or condition of an individual’s employment; or• Submission to or rejection of such conduct by an individualis used as the basis for employment decisions affecting that indi-vidual; or• Such conduct has the purpose or effect of unreasonably inter-fering with an individual’s work performance or creating an intimi-dating, hostile, demeaning, or offensive working environment.

Sexual harassment may include a range of subtle and not so subtlebehaviors and may involve individuals of the same or differentgender. Depending on the circumstances, these behaviors mayinclude, but are not limited to: unwanted sexual advances orrequests for sexual favors; sexual jokes and innuendo; verbalabuse of a sexual nature; commentary about an individual’s body,sexual prowess or sexual deficiencies; leering, catcalls ortouching; insulting or obscene comments or gestures; display orcirculation in the workplace of sexually suggestive objects orpictures (including through e-mail); and other physical, verbal orvisual conduct of a sexual nature. Sex based harassment— that is,harassment not involving sexual activity or language—may alsoconstitute discrimination if it is severe or pervasive and directed atemployees because of their sex.

Truly consensual romantic relationships are not sexual harass-ment and are not prohibited by The Cooper Union policies. Individ-uals should be aware, however, that romantic relationships aresusceptible to being determined after the fact to have been noncon-sensual, and even coercive, whenever there is an inherent powerdifferential between the parties. Therefore, any such relationshipwith a subordinate employee or a student is strongly discouraged.

Disability AccommodationEmployees seeking an accommodation for a disability should contactthe Director of Human Resources, Yvonne Moray, or Vice Presidentfor Finance, Administration & Treasurer/Equal Opportunity OfficerTC Westcott.


Inquiries About PolicyInquiries concerning any policy, program or other activity at TheCooper Union may be referred to the following individual who hasbeen designated by The Cooper Union to oversee the continuedapplication of the School’s Nondiscrimination and Anti-Harass-ment policies:

TC WestcottVice President for Finance, Administration &Treasurer/Equal Opportunity OfficerThe Cooper Union for the Advancement of Science and ArtBusiness Office30 Cooper Square, 7th FloorNew York, NY 10003Tel. 212.353.4150

Individuals and Conduct CoveredThese employee policies apply to all applicants and employees,and prohibit harassment, discrimination and retaliation whetherengaged in by fellow employees, by a supervisor or manager, or bysomeone not directly connected to The Cooper Union (e.g., anoutside vendor, consultant or customer). Conduct prohibited bythese policies is unacceptable in the workplace and in any work-related setting outside the workplace. Any individual found to haveengaged in sexual or any other form of harassment, or other inap-propriate conduct, will be disciplined as appropriate, up to andincluding discharge.

Non-Retaliation PolicyThe Cooper Union will not in any way retaliate against an individualwho, in good faith, makes a complaint or report of harassment, orparticipates in the investigation of such complaint or report. Retal-iation against any individual for, in good faith, reporting a claim ofdiscrimination or harassment or cooperating in the investigationof same will not be tolerated and will itself be subject to appro-priate discipline.

Reports of retaliation should be made in the same manner ascomplaints reporting discrimination and harassment and suchcomplaints will be investigated.

Complaint Procedures for Faculty andOther Employees and ApplicantsAny employee who has witnessed, been subject to, or believes thathe or she has been the subject of discrimination, sexual or anyother form of harassment or retaliation by anyone at The CooperUnion should, and is encouraged to, bring the matter to theattention of a supervisory staff member or the Vice Presidentfor Finance, Administration & Treasurer/Equal Opportunity Officerreferred to above or to other persons designated to receivecomplaints as set forth below. Individuals should not feel obligatedto file their complaints with their immediate supervisor beforebringing the matter to the attention of the other designatedrepresentatives.

IMPORTANT NOTICE TO ALL EMPLOYEES: Employees who haveexperienced conduct they believe is contrary to this policy have anobligation to take advantage of this complaint procedure. Anemployee’s failure to fulfill this obligation could affect his or herrights in pursuing legal action. Also, please note, federal, state andlocal discrimination laws establish specific time frames for initi-ating a legal proceeding pursuant to those laws.

The Investigation and ConfidentialityA prompt, thorough and impartial investigation of the alleged inci-dent will be conducted to the extent possible, and appropriatecorrective action will be taken if warranted. To the extent consis-tent with adequate investigation and appropriate correctiveaction, complaints of discrimination and harassment will betreated as confidential. At the conclusion of the investigation, thecomplaining party and the accused party will be notified of theoutcome of the investigation.

Responsive ActionMisconduct constituting harassment, discrimination or retaliationwill be dealt with promptly and adequately. Responsive action mayinclude, without limitation, training, referral to counseling, moni-toring the offender, and/or disciplinary action such as warning,reprimand, withholding of a promotion or pay increase, reductionof wages, demotion, reassignment, temporary suspension withoutpay, or termination, as The Cooper Union believes appropriateunder the circumstances.


Grievance Procedure Under The Cooper Union’sNondiscrimination and Anti-Harassment PoliciesAn employee of The Cooper Union who believes that he or she hasbeen discriminated against or harassed in violation of any provi-sion of The Cooper Union’s Nondiscrimination or Anti-Harassmentpolicies may ask the offender to stop his or her behavior. Anemployee should not feel obligated to confront the offender,however, and may also attempt to resolve such grievance in thefollowing manner.Step 1. Informal ComplaintEmployees with complaints in which the immediate supervisor isnot directly involved generally should start at Step 1. Employeeswith complaints which directly involve the immediate supervisoror in which the employee is not comfortable presenting thecomplaint directly to his or her supervisor should proceed directlyto Step 2.

The complainant should present the complaint, if possible inwriting, to his or her immediate superior as soon as possible afterthe date on which the alleged act of discrimination or harassmenttook place, and should also forward a copy of any writtencomplaint in a sealed envelope marked “CONFIDENTIAL” to theVice President for Finance, Administration & Treasurer/EqualOpportunity Officer or to the Director of Human Resources.

The complainant’s immediate superior or another individualdesignated by the College shall meet with the complainant forpurposes of initiating an investigation. An investigation may involvea review of documents and interviews with witnesses and thealleged offender. Once an investigation is completed, appropriateremedial action will be taken.

If the complaint is not satisfactorily resolved at Step 1, it maybe presented as a formal grievance/appeal under Step 2. As statedpreviously, if the complainant is uncomfortable presenting his orher complaint to his or her immediate supervisor, the complainantmay immediately proceed to Step 2.Step 2. Formal Grievance/StepIn the case where the complainant feels uncomfortable presentingthe complaint to his or her immediate supervisor or when thecomplainant is dissatisfied by the results of Step 1, the grievancemay be formally presented by the grievant to the Vice President forFinance, Administration & Treasurer/Equal Opportunity Officer orto the Director of Human Resources.

The grievance should be written, if possible, and set forthspecifically the facts on which the grievance is based. The EqualOpportunity Officer, or an authorized designee, will investigatethe grievance and/or review the investigation already conductedand make a determination on the grievance and appropriateremedial action.

Separate Rights of Faculty and Bargaining Unit StaffNothing herein precludes faculty and bargaining unit staff fromseeking redress under their collective bargaining agreements.Complaints against persons represented by a labor organizationwill be handled in a manner that is consistent with the applicablecollective bargaining agreement.

Independent Investigation and Review by TrusteesThe Cooper Union, in its discretion, may conduct an investigationindependent of or in addition to the procedures outlined above atany time. In addition, although the Board of Trustees will not typi-cally be involved in the receipt, investigation and remediation ofcomplaints of discrimination and harassment, the Board ofTrustees or a committee authorized by the Chairman of the Boardof Trustees is authorized to modify the procedures herein as itdeems appropriate under the circumstances, and to take reme-dial action as it deems appropriate in certain cases.

Compliance with Federal, State and Local Laws PromotingEqual Employment Opportunity, Prohibiting Discriminationand Harassment and Authorizing Affirmative Action

In accordance with all applicable laws and pursuant to its ownpolicies and operating procedures, The Cooper Union provides forequal opportunity, prohibits unlawful discrimination and harass-ment, and takes afimative action. The applicable laws include:Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, prohibitsdiscrimination against any person on the basis of race, color,or national origin in programs or activities receiving federal finan-cial assistance.Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, prohibitsemployment discrimination against any person because of race,color, religion, sex, pregnancy, or national origin.Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, as amended,prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex in the conduct or oper-ation of a school’s educational programs or activities, includingemployment in these programs and activities.

The Equal Pay Act of 1963, prohibits discrimination onthe basis of sex in rates of pay. The Lily Ledbetter Act of 2009extends this protection.Executive Order 11246, as amended, prohibits discrimination inemployment because of race, color, religion, sex, or national originand requires affirmative action to ensure equality of opportunity inall aspects of employment.


Section 503 of theRehabilitation Act of 1973, requires a federalcontractor to take affirmative action to employ and advance inemployment qualified workers with disabilities. Section 504prohibits the exclusion of any person solely on the basis of adisability from participation in or access to benefits of any feder-ally financed program or activity; it also prohibits discriminationagainst any person solely on the basis of disability in any federallyfinanced program or activity.The Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, prohibitsdiscrimination in public accommodations and in employmentagainst a qualified person with a disability and requires an employerto provide qualified applicants and employees with reasonableaccommodations.TheAgeDiscrimination inEmploymentAct of 1967,as amended,prohibits discrimination in employment on the basis of age.The Age Discrimination Act of 1975, prohibits discriminationon the basis of age in programs and activities receiving federalfinancial assistance.

The Uniformed Services Employment and ReemploymentRights Act (USERRA), prohibits discrimination in employmentbased on past, current, or future military obligations.

The Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act of1974 and theVeterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998,as amended, prohibit job discrimination and require affirmativeaction to employ and advance in employment qualified specialdisabled veterans, veterans of the Vietnam Era, recently separatedveterans, and any other veterans who served on active duty duringa war or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badgehas been authorized.The Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986, prohibitsemployers from discriminating on the basis of citizenship status.The prohibition extends to employers who hire only U.S. citizensor U.S. citizens and green card holders, as well as to employerswho prefer to employ unauthorized workers or temporary visaholders rather than U.S. citizens and other workers with employ-ment authorization.The Small Business Act of 1958, as amended, Section 15(g)(1),requires federal contractors to afford maximum practicable busi-ness opportunities to Small Business Concerns, including busi-nesses owned by disadvantaged individuals, disabled veteransand women.The New York Executive Law, Article 15, Section 296(1),prohibits discrimination against any person in employment becauseof age,race,creed,color,national origin,sexual orientation,militarystatus,sex,disability,genetic predisposition or carrier status,marital

status, or arrest record. Section 296(4) prohibits an educationalinstitution from denying the use of its facilities to anyone otherwisequalified or permitting harassment of a student or applicant on thebasis of color, race, religion, disability, national origin, sexual orien-tation, military status, sex, age and marital status.

The New York Labor Law, Section 194, prohibits discriminationon the basis of sex in rates of pay.The New York City Human Rights Law, Chapter 1, Section8-107,makes it an unlawful discriminatory practice for an employerto discriminate against any person because of his or her actual orperceived age, race, creed, color, national origin, gender (includinggender identity and expression), disability, marital status, sexualorientation, alienage or citizenship status, partnership status orstatus as a perceived or actual victim of domestic violence.

Any person wanting to file an external complaint under anyof these laws should consult the website of the relevant govern-ment agency listed below:

Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programshttp://www.dol.gov/esa/contacts/ofccp/ ofnation2.htm#NewYork

U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commissionhttp://www.eeoc.gov/

Office of Civil Rights, U.S. Department of Educationhttp://www.ed.gov/

Veterans’ Training and Employment Service,U.S. Department of Laborhttp://www.dol.gov/

New York State Division of Human Rightshttp://www.dhr.state.ny.us/

New York State Department of Laborhttp://www.labor.state.ny.us/

New York City Commission on Human Rightshttp://www.nyc.gov/html/cchr/home.html

Revised April 2011

143FACULTY OF HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES 2011–2012 COURSE CATALOG2011–2012 COURSE CATALOG

INDEX30 Cooper Square, 641 Cooper Square, 5Academic standards and regulations

General, 22Architecture, 36Art, 52Engineering, 73Humanities and Social Sciences,

119Accreditation, 5Administration, The Cooper Union, 132Admissions, Engineering Master

degree program, 13Admission after three years of

high school, 15Admission, early decision

Art, 14Engineering, 15

Admission informationand application, 9

Admission, rolling (Art), 15Advanced Placement credit

Engineering, 14Humanities and Social Sciences,

14, 119Alcoholic beverages and illegal drugs,

policy on, 26Alumni Association, Cooper Union, 8Appeal (of academic standards

and regulations), 32Application calendar, 9Architecture, Irwin S. Chanin School of

Academic standards andregulations, 36

Accreditation, 35Application calendar, 9Attendance, 22Awards and prizes, 19Courses, 44Faculty, 46Freshman application requirements,

10Graduate Curriculum, 40Retention and graduation, 12Scholarships, 19Transfer requirements, 12Undergraduate curriculum, 34

Art, The School ofAcademic standards and

regulations, 52Application calendar, 9Attendance 22, 52Awards and prizes, 19Bachelor of Fine Arts curriculum, 49Certificate requirements, 15, 49Courses, 57Electives, 50Facilities, 55Faculty, 65Freshman application requirements,

11Nonresident study, 51Retention and graduation, 12Scholarships, 19Transfer requirements, 12

AttendanceGeneral, 15

Art, 22, 52Engineering, 22Humanities and Social Sciences,

22, 120Awards and prizes, 19Biomedical Engineering, 78Books, materials and school supplies,

16Budget guide, 18Business, Preparatory studies, 72Calendar

Academic, 2011–12, 2Application, 9Changes, 22

Career Development, 8Center for Writing, 120Certificate in Art requirements, 15, 49Change of program

Architecture, 38,Art, 53Engineering, 75

Chemical EngineeringCourses, 94Curriculum, 78

Chemical Technology, Applied, 79Civil Engineering

Courses, 96Curriculum, 81

College Boards, 14Computer Center, 69Computer Studio

Architecture, 42Art, 56

Computer courses (Art), 58Continuing Education, 7Cooper Union, The

Academic Calendar, 2Accreditation, 5Administration, 132Alumni Association, 8Career Development, 8Facilities, 5Financial aid, 17History, 4Mission, 3Programs, 5Scholarships, 19Trustees, 132

C.V. Starr Foundation, 69Courses

Architecture, 44Art, 57Art History and Theory, 127Biology, 111Chemistry, 111Computer Science, 112Design, 59Drawing, 58Engineering, 94

Chemical, 94Civil, 96Electrical and Computer, 99Engineering Sciences, 106Interdisciplinary, 107Mechanical, 104

Film and Video, 59Humanities and Social Sciences,

121Mathematics, 113Painting, 61

Performance, 62Printmaking, 63Physics, 114Sculpture, 64

CreditsArchitecture, 36Art, 52Engineering, 71

CurriculumBachelor of Architecture, 34Bachelor of Engineering, 69Bachelor of Fine Arts, 49Humanities and Social Sciences,

119Master of Architecture, 40Master of Engineering, 76

Dean’s List (Engineering), 72Design and Typography, The Center for,

56Disabled Student Services, 8Disciplinary sanctions, 30Dismissal, 30Dismissal and academic probation

Architecture, 37Art, 54Engineering, 75

DrawingCourses, 58Facilities, 55

Electrical and Computer EngineeringCourses, 99Curriculum, 82

EmeritiFaculty and Administration, 129Trustee, Chairman, President, 132Energy Engineering, 79Engineering,The Albert Nerken School of

Academic standards, 73Advisory Council, 73Application calendar, 9Attendance, 22Awards and prizes, 19Bachelor’s degree programs, 71Courses, 94Curricula, 71Facilities and Research, 69Faculty, 115Freshman application requirements,

11Master of Engineering

application requirements, 13Minors, 78Transfer requirements, 13

Engineering Sciences, courses, 106English proficiency, 10Environmental Engineering, 78Examinations, final (Engineering), 75Exchange programs (Art), 51Faculty

Architecture, 46Art, 65Engineering, 115Humanities and Social Sciences,

130Fair Practice Code, 21Fees and expenses, 16

Film and VideoCourses, 59Facilities, 55

Financial aid, 17Foreign language courses, 121Foundation Building, 5Freshman application requirements, 10Freshman orientation, 7Freshman profile—Fall 2010, 12Grades

Architecture, 37Art, 53Engineering, 74Humanities and Social Sciences,

119Graduation

Architecture, 39Art, 54Engineering, 62Fee, 16

Graphic DesignCourses, 59Facilities, 55

Great Hall, 7Health, 16, 23History of The Cooper Union, 4Honors, graduation with

(Engineering), 72Housing, 6

Fee, 16Humanities and Social Sciences,Faculty of

Academic standards andregulations, 119

Aims and objectives, 119Attendance, 120Awards and prizes, 20Center for Writing, 120Courses, 121Curriculum, 119Faculty, 130Minor, 119

Immunization, Vaccination and, 23Independent study

Architecture, 39Art, 52Humanities and Social Sciences,

119Insurance, 24Fee, 16Interdisciplinary Engineering

Courses, 107International students, 15Law, Preparatory studies, 72Leave of absence

Architecture, 38Art, 54

Library, 6Lubalin, Herb, Study Center of Design

and Typography staff, 57Master of Engineering program

Admission, 76Application requirements, 13Courses, 95, 97, 101, 105, 110, 112,

114, 115,Curriculum, 76Degree requirements, 92Fellowships, 92Thesis project, 92


Mathematics courses, 113Mechanical Engineering

Courses, 104Curriculum, 89

Medical, Preparatory studies, 72Mobility Program (Art), 51Nondiscrimination and Anti-Harrassment policies, 134Officers, Cooper Union, 132Orientation, new student, 7Painting

Courses, 61Facilities, 55

PhotographyCourses, 62Facilities, 55

Physics, 93, 114Pre-medical, Pre-law, Pre-business, 72Printmaking


Probation, academicArchitecture, 37Art, 54Engineering, 75

Program changes, 23Progress toward the degree


Property, student, 24Readmission


Records, student, 22Refunds, 25Registration , 22Regulations, general, 22Religious observances, policy on, 25Residence (degree requirement)


Retention and graduation rate, 12Safety, campus security and, 27Sculpture


Student Accident and SicknessInsurance Plan, 16Student Council, Joint, 7Student life, 7Student records, 22Student Residence, 6Student rights, 28Thesis project (Master of Engineering),

92Transcripts, 22Transfer application requirements, 12Transfer credit

General, 17Architecture, 36Art, 52Engineering, 72Humanities and Social Sciences,

119

Trustees, The Cooper Union, 132Tuition, 16Vaccination and Immunization, 23Video


WithdrawalFrom courses, 38, 53, 75, 120From school, 54, 75,

Writing, Center for, 120

Office of Admissionsand RecordsThe Cooper Unionfor the Advancementof Science and Art30 Cooper SquareNew York, NY 10003

Application For Admission

Tel: 212.353.4120Fax: 212.353.4342http://[email protected]

CEEB Code: 2097

1 Please do not include any support material—i.e., slides, sketchbooks, CDs/DVDs—at this time. We will accept portfolio work which accompanies yourhometest. The hometest will be mailed to you in December (Early Decision Applicants ) and January (Regular Decision Applicants).

2 All applicants must provide a United States address to use for application processing.

Please print in ink. �� September 2012

A $65 nonrefundable application fee must be submitted with this application.Make checks payable to The Cooper Union. Only checks or money orders will be accepted. Your cancelled check is your receipt.

Check one category: �� First-Year Applicant

�� Transfer Applicant

�� Master’s Degree, Engineering (Deadline: February 15)

Check only one major from the following:

The Irwin S. Chanin The Albert NerkenSchool of Architecture1 The School of Art 1 School of Engineering

Check one of the following (Bachelor of Engineering Programs)

�� Bachelor of Architecture �� Bachelor of Fine Arts �� Chemical Engineering(5-year degree) (4-year degree) �� Civil Engineering

�� Art Certificate Program �� Electrical EngineeringFirst-Year Deadline: Jan 6 �� Mechanical EngineeringTransfer Deadline: Jan 6 First-Year Deadline: Jan 9 or

Transfer Deadline: Jan 9 �� General Engineering (B.S. in Engineering)�� Early Decision

Deadline: Dec 2 First-Year Deadline: Feb 1Transfer Deadline: Mar 9

�� Early Decision (First-Year only)Deadline: Dec 2

Social Security #

Name �� Mr. �� Ms.First Middle Last

Last name while in high school if now different:

Date of Birth BirthplaceCity / State / Country

Are you a U.S. citizen? �� Yes �� No

Are you a Permanent Resident? �� Yes �� No

If not, what type of visa do you have? �� A �� B �� F �� G �� H �� Not Applicable�� I �� J �� R �� L �� M �� Other

Do you hold an I-20 from any institution? �� Yes �� No

Home AddressNo. and Street Apt# County City and State Zip Code

Mailing Address2No. and Street Apt#

County City and State Zip Code

Telephone ( ) Cellphone ( ) e-mail address

Year of H.S. Graduation Name of Your High School

Address of High SchoolNo. and Street

City and State Zip Code CEEB Code

Is this the first time you are seeking either a two or four year college degree? �� Yes �� No

How did you find out about The Cooper Union?

Have you ever applied to The Cooper Union prior to this year? If so, when?

Have you ever attended an Open House or Tour at The Cooper Union? �� Yes �� No

Have you ever attended a Portfolio Day? �� Yes �� No

If yes, please indicate where and when.

Parent/Guardian/Partner/Spouse 1 Name: �� Mr. �� Ms.


Telephone E-mail address

Occupation Employer

Is your Parent/Guardian/Partner/Spouse 1 a college graduate? �� Yes �� No

If so, what college(s)?

Parent/Guardian/Partner/Spouse 2 Name: �� Mr. �� Ms.


Telephone E-mail address

Occupation Employer

Is your Parent/Guardian/Partner/Spouse 2 a college graduate? �� Yes �� No

If so, what college(s)?

Is English your first language?

Note: All applicants (first-year, transfer and graduate students) MUST answer the following questions:

Have you been convicted of a felony? �� Yes �� No Have you been dismissed from a college for disciplinary reasons? �� Yes �� No

Ethnic Survey Response is voluntary and the information will be kept confidential. Refusal to provide this information will notsubject the applicant to any adverse treatment. The information is being collected for statistical purposes only and will not beused in a discriminating manner.Are you HispanicLatino �� Yes �� NoWith which ethnic group are you most closely identified?

�� African American �� Puerto Rican–Commonwealth �� Caribbean American�� Puerto Rican–Mainland �� Caucasian �� Cuban American�� Chinese �� Other Latino �� Korean�� Japanese (please specify) �� American Indian or Alaskan Native�� Filipino �� Vietnamese-Laotian-Cambodian �� Native Hawaiian, Pacific Islander�� South Asian-Indian-Pakistani �� Mexican American �� Multi-ethnic

�� Other

All applicants should sign below to verify that the information on this application is complete and accurate to the best of your knowledge, and that it is your own work:

Signature Date

Only transfer and graduate engineering applicants should answer the following:(If you do not complete this section, you will not be eligible to receive any credit for previous work.)

Colleges attendedName Date Credits Completed Major

AddressCity and State Zip Code CEEB Code







Do you plan to graduate? �� Yes �� No

If so, when?

Are you in good academic standing? �� Yes �� No

Are you eligible to return to college last attended? �� Yes �� No

If no, please explain

Reasons for desiring transfer

If you have been out of college more than four months, indicate what you have been doing since leaving school.

over:Master’s Degree Applicants only

For Applicants to the Master’s Program Only

Full-Time Employment Record:Indicate the most recent full-time position and list others on a separate page appended to this application.

From To

Company Address

Position Job Description

Extra-Curricular Activities:

Professional Engineering Societies

Honor Societies

Research Projects (include details of papers delivered or published)

Graduate Engineering

Check �� major option you intend to follow in the Graduate Engineering Program at Cooper Union:

�� Chemical �� Civil �� Electrical �� Mechanical

Please indicate the minor you intend to follow in the Graduate Engineering Program at Cooper Union (optional):

Are you working in any of the fields checked above? �� Yes �� No

Have you had your thesis subject approved? �� Yes �� No

Who will be your thesis adviser? (optional)

I understand that I am expected to complete the prescribed curriculum for the course in which I am enrolled and that I will be retainedonly if I comply with the scholastic requirements and the regulations of the School of Engineering Graduate Program.

Signature Date

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