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CE DRAWING I

4.00 credits. (Creative Expression Core Course) An introduction to the basic concepts, materials and techniques of drawing. These elements will be discussed and practiced through an intensive program of drawing from perception. The basic materials we use will consist of charcoal, ink and paper. Drawing subjects will include still life, interior space, portrait, self-portrait and the figure. The formal elements of line, shape, value, form, space, texture and composition will be explored through drawing done in class, on field trips and weekly homework assignments.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 50.00

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CE DRAWING I

4.00 credits. (Creative Expression Core Course) An introduction to the basic concepts, materials and techniques of drawing. These elements will be discussed and practiced through an intensive program of drawing from perception. The basic materials we use will consist of charcoal, ink and paper. Drawing subjects will include still life, interior space, portrait, self-portrait and the figure. The formal elements of line, shape, value, form, space, texture and composition will be explored through drawing done in class, on field trips and weekly homework assignments.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 50.00

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CE DRAWING I

4.00 credits. (Creative Expression Core Course) An introduction to the basic concepts, materials and techniques of drawing. These elements will be discussed and practiced through an intensive program of drawing from perception. The basic materials we use will consist of charcoal, ink and paper. Drawing subjects will include still life, interior space, portrait, self-portrait and the figure. The formal elements of line, shape, value, form, space, texture and composition will be explored through drawing done in class, on field trips and weekly homework assignments.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 50.00

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CE DRAWING I

4.00 credits. (Creative Expression Core Course) An introduction to the basic concepts, materials and techniques of drawing. These elements will be discussed and practiced through an intensive program of drawing from perception. The basic materials we use will consist of charcoal, ink and paper. Drawing subjects will include still life, interior space, portrait, self-portrait and the figure. The formal elements of line, shape, value, form, space, texture and composition will be explored through drawing done in class, on field trips and weekly homework assignments.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 50.00

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CE CERAMICS I

4.00 credits. (Creative Expression Core Course) Introduction to ceramic design and history, with emphasis on fundamental construction, decorating, glazing and firing techniques, and operation of the machinery of the medium.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 150.00

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CE SCULPTURE I

4.00 credits. (Creative Expression Core Course) An exploration in the three-dimensional medium of traditional and contemporary ideas, basic problems in design, and instruction in the use of the sculptor's materials and techniques.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 150.00

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CE DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY

4.00 credits. (Creative Expression Core Course) This is a course in beginning digital photography. Photography will be dealt with as a photojournalistic form and an art form. No prior knowledge or experience in the arts or photography is expected. Demonstrations and supervised lab periods will be used to instruct students in basic camera and Photoshop techniques of digital photography. Individual and group critiques/discussions of student photography will be held. Discussion of photographic history, criticism and aesthetics will be used to help the student understand class projects and to increase appreciation of photographic traditions and contemporary trends.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 90.00

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WCH INTRODUCTION TO THE HISTORY OF ART I

4.00 credits. (Western Cultural Heritage Core Course) A survey of the architecture, painting and sculpture of Western civilization from pre-history through the 14th century, including the Paleolithic and Neolithic eras, the Ancient Near East, Egypt, Ancient Greece and Rome, and the Middle Ages. Fall semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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CE FUNDAMENTALS OF COLOR AND DESIGN

4.00 credits. (Creative Expression Core Course) This course introduces the principles of gestalt theory and color theory in the design of two- and three-dimensional works of art. Students will learn to compose with scale, perspective, geometric and organic form, line structure, texture, color, and value relationships. They will explore visualization and brainstorming techniques, the analysis of art historical prototypes, and the importance of art criticism in creating original works of art.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 50.00

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PAINTING I

4.00 credits. Studio easel painting in opaque media, with stress on pictorial organization and application of color theories. *Prerequisite(s): ART 105. Fall semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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CERAMICS II

4.00 credits. An intermediate-level course with emphasis on developing and refining studio techniques and integration of form and idea. *Prerequisite(s): ART 106. Spring semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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INTRODUCTION TO GRAPHIC DESIGN

4.00 credits. An introductory studio/lecture course designed to increase visual literacy and vocabulary, to develop design skills and present the creative possibilities of the computer as an art making and editing tool. Historical, conceptual, technical and contemporary issues of digital imaging are explored. Spring semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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TYPOGRAPHY AND TEXT DESIGN

4.00 credits. Typography is integral to the total design of all visual communication. This course introduces students to the history of typography and its importance in print, fine arts, product design, logos, websites, blogs, and other visual media. Students will learn to identify the component parts of the letterform and experiment with a variety of design techniques from traditional calligraphy to digital applications. Graphic designers, artist and writers will develop an individualized typographic voice and creative style.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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DRAWING II

4.00 credits. An intermediate-level course that stresses further conceptual, pictorial and technical development beyond Drawing I, with an emphasis on personal theme and content. *Prerequisite(s): ART 105, or permission of the instructor. Spring semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 20.00

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PAINTING II

4.00 credits. An intermediate-level course with emphasis on developing and refining technique and concept. A continuation of the formal issues surrounding color and composition presented in ART 205. *Prerequisite(s): ART 204 or ART 205. Spring semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SCULPTURE II

4.00 credits. A continuation of Art 120 with further exploration of possible three-dimensional mediums and development of the methods used for traditional, modern and contemporary sculpture. *Prerequisite(s): ART 120. Fall semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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DESIGNING FOR THE WEB AND SOCIAL MEDIA

4.00 credits. "Designing for the Web and Social Media" will teach students how to create websites in Illustrator and Photoshop for a client. The course focuses on the design aspects and business issues entailed in creating a website, while teaching students how to work with and understand a web developer. Students also learn the basics of coding and how social media impacts the digital landscape. *Prerequisite(s): ART 207 or permission of the instructor.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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ADVANCED STUDIES IN CERAMICS

4.00 credits. Advanced study with emphasis on conceptual, pictorial, thematic and technical development. This course is repeatable for credit for up to three semesters. Signature Learning Experience: Supervised Research. Spring semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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ADVANCED STUDIES IN DRAWING

4.00 credits. Advanced study with emphasis on conceptual, pictorial, thematic and technical development. This course is repeatable for credit for up to three semesters. Signature Learning Experience: Supervised Research. Spring semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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ADVANCED STUDIES IN PAINTING

4.00 credits. Advanced study with emphasis on conceptual, pictorial, thematic and technical development. This course is repeatable for credit for up to three semesters. Signature Learning Experience: Supervised Research. Spring semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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ADVANCED STUDIES IN SCULPTURE

4.00 credits. Advanced study with emphasis on conceptual, pictorial, thematic and technical development. This course is repeatable for credit for up to three semesters. Signature Learning Experience: Supervised Research. Fall semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN STUDIO I (EGR495)

2.00 credits. Architectural Design studio course offered every Spring with rotating architectural case studies taught by full-time faculty and visiting Architects. Case studies are repeated no less than every two years so that students in Studio I and Studio II can participate in the same lectures. Independent student design work in Studio I and II is required to be documented in an electronic portfolio; and professional documentation, drawings, and oral defense of architectural designs are required. Register by Instructor. Spring semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN STUDIO II (EGR496)

2.00 credits. Architectural Design studio course offered every Spring with rotating architectural case studies taught by full-time faculty and visiting Architects. Case studies are repeated no less than every two years so that students in Studio I and Studio II can participate in the same lectures. Independent student design work in Studio I and II is required to be documented in an electronic portfolio; and professional documentation, drawings, and oral defense of architectural designs are required. Signature Learning Experience: Capstone Experience. Register by Instructor. Spring semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SENIOR SEMINAR

2.00 credits. A capstone course required for Fine Arts majors that provides opportunities for advanced research and development in studio and gallery/museum related work. The course builds and enhances the resumé and introduces the practical functions, operations, and workings for a career in art. *Prerequisite(s): Senior status (Studio and Art History tracks) or permission of the instructor. Register by Instructor. Fall semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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MOLECULES, CELLS, & ANIMAL SYSTEMS

4.00 credits. The study of the chemical and cellular basis of life, human and animal anatomy and physiology, cellular reproduction, heredity and animal development. For Biology majors and those students taking additional biology courses. This course fulfills one of the Natural and Physical Sciences Core requirements for Biology majors. *Corequisite(s): BIO 111L. *This course may not be taken for credit after completing BIO 101 without permission of the Dean. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. Students must achieve an average grade of C- or above in BIO 111 and BIO 112 to continue in the major or receive permission by the Dean and instructor. This course fulfills the Natural and Physical Science – Lab Science area of understanding for programs where BIO 111 is a required course within the academic program.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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MOLECULES, CELLS, & ANIMAL SYSTEMS

4.00 credits. The study of the chemical and cellular basis of life, human and animal anatomy and physiology, cellular reproduction, heredity and animal development. For Biology majors and those students taking additional biology courses. This course fulfills one of the Natural and Physical Sciences Core requirements for Biology majors. *Corequisite(s): BIO 111L. *This course may not be taken for credit after completing BIO 101 without permission of the Dean. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. Students must achieve an average grade of C- or above in BIO 111 and BIO 112 to continue in the major or receive permission by the Dean and instructor. This course fulfills the Natural and Physical Science – Lab Science area of understanding for programs where BIO 111 is a required course within the academic program.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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MOLECULES, CELLS, & ANIMAL SYSTEMS

4.00 credits. The study of the chemical and cellular basis of life, human and animal anatomy and physiology, cellular reproduction, heredity and animal development. For Biology majors and those students taking additional biology courses. This course fulfills one of the Natural and Physical Sciences Core requirements for Biology majors. *Corequisite(s): BIO 111L. *This course may not be taken for credit after completing BIO 101 without permission of the Dean. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. Students must achieve an average grade of C- or above in BIO 111 and BIO 112 to continue in the major or receive permission by the Dean and instructor. This course fulfills the Natural and Physical Science – Lab Science area of understanding for programs where BIO 111 is a required course within the academic program.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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MOLECULES, CELLS, & ANIMAL SYSTEMS

4.00 credits. The study of the chemical and cellular basis of life, human and animal anatomy and physiology, cellular reproduction, heredity and animal development. For Biology majors and those students taking additional biology courses. This course fulfills one of the Natural and Physical Sciences Core requirements for Biology majors. *Corequisite(s): BIO 111L. *This course may not be taken for credit after completing BIO 101 without permission of the Dean. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. Students must achieve an average grade of C- or above in BIO 111 and BIO 112 to continue in the major or receive permission by the Dean and instructor. This course fulfills the Natural and Physical Science – Lab Science area of understanding for programs where BIO 111 is a required course within the academic program.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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MOLECULES, CELLS, & ANIMAL SYSTEMS

4.00 credits. The study of the chemical and cellular basis of life, human and animal anatomy and physiology, cellular reproduction, heredity and animal development. For Biology majors and those students taking additional biology courses. This course fulfills one of the Natural and Physical Sciences Core requirements for Biology majors. *Corequisite(s): BIO 111L. *This course may not be taken for credit after completing BIO 101 without permission of the Dean. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. Students must achieve an average grade of C- or above in BIO 111 and BIO 112 to continue in the major or receive permission by the Dean and instructor. This course fulfills the Natural and Physical Science – Lab Science area of understanding for programs where BIO 111 is a required course within the academic program.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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MOLECULES, CELLS, & ANIMAL SYST LAB

0.00 credit. The study of the chemical and cellular basis of life, human and animal anatomy and physiology, cellular reproduction, heredity, and animal development. For biology majors and those students taking additional biology courses. *Corequisite: BIO 111. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3.

Credit Type: Not Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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MOLECULES, CELLS, & ANIMAL SYST LAB

0.00 credit. The study of the chemical and cellular basis of life, human and animal anatomy and physiology, cellular reproduction, heredity, and animal development. For biology majors and those students taking additional biology courses. *Corequisite: BIO 111. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3.

Credit Type: Not Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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MOLECULES, CELLS, & ANIMAL SYST LAB

0.00 credit. The study of the chemical and cellular basis of life, human and animal anatomy and physiology, cellular reproduction, heredity, and animal development. For biology majors and those students taking additional biology courses. *Corequisite: BIO 111. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3.

Credit Type: Not Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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MOLECULES, CELLS, & ANIMAL SYST LAB

0.00 credit. The study of the chemical and cellular basis of life, human and animal anatomy and physiology, cellular reproduction, heredity, and animal development. For biology majors and those students taking additional biology courses. *Corequisite: BIO 111. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3.

Credit Type: Not Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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MOLECULES, CELLS, & ANIMAL SYST LAB

0.00 credit. The study of the chemical and cellular basis of life, human and animal anatomy and physiology, cellular reproduction, heredity, and animal development. For biology majors and those students taking additional biology courses. *Corequisite: BIO 111. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3.

Credit Type: Not Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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MOLECULES, CELLS, & ANIMAL SYST LAB

0.00 credit. The study of the chemical and cellular basis of life, human and animal anatomy and physiology, cellular reproduction, heredity, and animal development. For biology majors and those students taking additional biology courses. *Corequisite: BIO 111. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3.

Credit Type: Not Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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MOLECULES, CELLS, & ANIMAL SYST LAB

0.00 credit. The study of the chemical and cellular basis of life, human and animal anatomy and physiology, cellular reproduction, heredity, and animal development. For biology majors and those students taking additional biology courses. *Corequisite: BIO 111. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3.

Credit Type: Not Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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MOLECULES, CELLS, & ANIMAL SYST LAB

0.00 credit. The study of the chemical and cellular basis of life, human and animal anatomy and physiology, cellular reproduction, heredity, and animal development. For biology majors and those students taking additional biology courses. *Corequisite: BIO 111. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3.

Credit Type: Not Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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NPS INTRODUCTION TO ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE

4.00 credits. (Natural and Physical Science Core Course) A lecture/laboratory course that provides an overview of environmental science. Principles of environmental relationships and how living organisms play a role in those relationships and respond to changes in their environment are emphasized. Current problems with pollution, hazardous wastes, energy, and population growth are examined in relation to those environmental principles. *Corequisite(s): BIO 113L. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. Spring semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I

4.00 credits. The study of structure and function of the human integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. Particular attention is given to structure and function as it relates to dysfunction and disease. Laboratory work includes learning from human cadavers. Enrollment limited to science and health-related majors. *Prerequisite(s): BIO 111, or permission of instructor. *Corequisite(s): BIO 201L. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. Fall semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I

4.00 credits. The study of structure and function of the human integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. Particular attention is given to structure and function as it relates to dysfunction and disease. Laboratory work includes learning from human cadavers. Enrollment limited to science and health-related majors. *Prerequisite(s): BIO 111, or permission of instructor. *Corequisite(s): BIO 201L. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. Fall semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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HUMAN ANATOMY AND PHYSIOLOGY I

4.00 credits. The study of structure and function of the human integumentary, skeletal, muscular, and nervous systems. Particular attention is given to structure and function as it relates to dysfunction and disease. Laboratory work includes learning from human cadavers. Enrollment limited to science and health-related majors. *Prerequisite(s): BIO 111, or permission of instructor. *Corequisite(s): BIO 201L. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. Fall semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY I LAB

0.00 credit. Lab that accompanies BIO 201 lecture. *Corequisite: BIO 201.

Credit Type: Not Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY I LAB

0.00 credit. Lab that accompanies BIO 201 lecture. *Corequisite: BIO 201.

Credit Type: Not Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY I LAB

0.00 credit. Lab that accompanies BIO 201 lecture. *Corequisite: BIO 201.

Credit Type: Not Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY I LAB

0.00 credit. Lab that accompanies BIO 201 lecture. *Corequisite: BIO 201.

Credit Type: Not Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY I LAB

0.00 credit. Lab that accompanies BIO 201 lecture. *Corequisite: BIO 201.

Credit Type: Not Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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ANATOMY & PHYSIOLOGY I LAB

0.00 credit. Lab that accompanies BIO 201 lecture. *Corequisite: BIO 201.

Credit Type: Not Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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GENETICS

4.00 credits. An integrated and comprehensive review of Mendelian and non-Mendelian principles of heredity. Heredity will be discussed on a molecular level, including chromosomal structure and replication, gene regulation, mutation and repair, as well as modern genetics topics, such as epigenetic regulation and genetically modified organisms. Laboratory work includes demonstration of genetic principles through hands-on activities like Drosophila crosses and molecular genotyping of dihybrid crosses. Students will acquire foundational molecular biology techniques. *Prerequisite(s): An average grade of C- or better in BIO 111 and BIO 112 or permission by the Dean and instructor. *Corequisite(s): BIO 211L. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. Fall semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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GENETICS LAB

0.00 credit. An integrated and comprehensive review of classical, neo-Mendelian principles of heredity and molecular biology. Laboratory work involves Drosophila crosses and basic techniques employed for molecular investigations. *Corequisite: BIO 211. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3.

Credit Type: Not Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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GENETICS LAB

0.00 credit. An integrated and comprehensive review of classical, neo-Mendelian principles of heredity and molecular biology. Laboratory work involves Drosophila crosses and basic techniques employed for molecular investigations. *Corequisite: BIO 211. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3.

Credit Type: Not Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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GENETICS LAB

0.00 credit. An integrated and comprehensive review of classical, neo-Mendelian principles of heredity and molecular biology. Laboratory work involves Drosophila crosses and basic techniques employed for molecular investigations. *Corequisite: BIO 211. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3.

Credit Type: Not Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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NUTRITION

3.00 credits. This course serves as an introduction to nutrition as it relates to biology and science. It focuses on the importance and role of the macro- and micronutrients and discusses how these nutrients are acquired and utilized by the body. In addition, the role of nutrition in the development, health and well-being of the individual is discussed. These concepts will be applied to personal health through nutritional assessment and dietary planning. *Prerequisite(s): BIO 111 or permission of instructor. Hours: lecture 3. Fall semester and occasionally online in Summer term.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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MOLECULAR BIOLOGY

3.00 credits. This course provides background in bacterial and eukaryotic molecular biology, including mechanisms of DNA replication, transcription, and translation. We will discuss regulation of gene expression in bacteria and eukaryotes, current techniques used to study and manipulate molecular processes, and ethical questions raised by rapid advances in molecular biology. Students will gain experience in reading and interpreting scientific journal articles. Through case studies, we will explore applications of molecular biology in areas including infectious and heritable disease, cancer biology, crop science, and conservation biology. *Prerequisite(s): BIO 111. Hours: 3. Fall semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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MOLECULAR BIOLOGY LABORATORY

1.00 credit. This course provides hands-on experience with current molecular biology techniques. Planning and trouble-shooting experiments and interpreting experimental results are emphasized. Students gain experience with basic bioinformatics, PCR, molecular cloning, and use of CRISPR/Cas9 for DNA editing. *Corequisite(s): BIO 310. Hours: 3. Fall semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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GENERAL ECOLOGY

3.00 credits. We investigate the relationships between organisms and their environment in the context of individual behavior, population dynamics, community structure, energy flow, and nutrient cycling *Prerequisite(s): 16 credit hours of biology or permission of instructor. Hours: 3. Fall semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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GENERAL ECOLOGY LABORATORY

1.00 credit. As an inquiry-based course, we will conduct ecological studies through observational experimental, and modeling approaches. Students will learn ecological techniques to study individual behavior, population dynamics, community structure, and ecosystem processes. *Corequisite(s): BIO 313. Hours: 3. Fall semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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BEHAVIORAL ENDOCRINOLOGY

3.00 credits. In this course students will learn about the complex interactions between the endocrine and nervous systems, and their combined effects on behavior. Particular emphasis will be given to the physiological mechanisms involved in behavioral regulation and the pathologies associated with the endocrine system. The overarching goal of this course is to introduce students to current theories of how animal behavior is organized and regulated through modulation of the endocrine system and its interaction with the nervous system in particular. *Prerequisite(s): BIO 111 and BIO 211. Hours: 3. Fall semester, when offered.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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MICROBIAL ECOLOGY AND DIVERSITY

4.00 credits. The study of microorganisms from community, population, and systems ecology perspectives. This course examines fitness trade-offs in context of environmental challenges, as well as microbial diversity. Topics will include biogeochemical cycling, degradation of organic matter, and symbiosis while highlighting unique environments such as thermal vents, the gut of ruminant animals, and anoxic environments. Laboratory is used to further develop experimental design, field-based research, and molecular approaches to microbial community ecology. *Prerequisite(s): BIO 235 or permission of instructor. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. Fall semester, when offered.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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RESEARCH IN BIOLOGY

Variable credit. An original research investigation planned and performed by students in consultation with faculty. A paper is written and major findings are presented orally to faculty and peers. Students must obtain permission of the professor who they wish to serve as their research mentor before enrolling in the course. A maximum of four credit hours from Biology 491 and 492 combined can count as biology electives. Additional credits count as free electives. A research experience totaling four credits is required for Honors in Biology. *Prerequisite: At least junior standing. Signature Learning Experience: Supervised Research. Graded Pass/No Pass. Register by Instructor. Fall semester. This course is repeatable for credit.

Credit Type: Pass/No Pass

Additional Fees: 0.00

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RESEARCH IN BIOLOGY

Variable credit. An original research investigation planned and performed by students in consultation with faculty. A paper is written and major findings are presented orally to faculty and peers. Students must obtain permission of the professor who they wish to serve as their research mentor before enrolling in the course. A maximum of four credit hours from Biology 491 and 492 combined can count as biology electives. Additional credits count as free electives. A research experience totaling four credits is required for Honors in Biology. *Prerequisite(s): At least junior standing. Signature Learning Experience: Supervised Research. Graded Pass/No Pass. Register by Instructor. Fall semester. This course is repeatable for credit.

Credit Type: Pass/No Pass

Additional Fees: 0.00

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RESEARCH IN BIOLOGY

Variable credit. An original research investigation planned and performed by students in consultation with faculty. A paper is written and major findings are presented orally to faculty and peers. Students must obtain permission of the professor who they wish to serve as their research mentor before enrolling in the course. A maximum of four credit hours from Biology 491 and 492 combined can count as biology electives. Additional credits count as free electives. A research experience totaling four credits is required for Honors in Biology. *Prerequisite(s): At least junior standing. Signature Learning Experience: Supervised Research. Graded Pass/No Pass. Register by Instructor. Fall semester. This course is repeatable for credit.

Credit Type: Pass/No Pass

Additional Fees: 0.00

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RESEARCH IN BIOLOGY

Variable credit. An original research investigation planned and performed by students in consultation with faculty. A paper is written and major findings are presented orally to faculty and peers. Students must obtain permission of the professor who they wish to serve as their research mentor before enrolling in the course. A maximum of four credit hours from Biology 491 and 492 combined can count as biology electives. Additional credits count as free electives. A research experience totaling four credits is required for Honors in Biology. *Prerequisite(s): At least junior standing. Signature Learning Experience: Supervised Research. Graded Pass/No Pass. Register by Instructor. Fall semester. This course is repeatable for credit.

Credit Type: Pass/No Pass

Additional Fees: 0.00

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RESEARCH IN BIOLOGY

Variable credit. An original research investigation planned and performed by students in consultation with faculty. A paper is written and major findings are presented orally to faculty and peers. Students must obtain permission of the professor who they wish to serve as their research mentor before enrolling in the course. A maximum of four credit hours from Biology 491 and 492 combined can count as biology electives. Additional credits count as free electives. A research experience totaling four credits is required for Honors in Biology. *Prerequisite(s): At least junior standing. Signature Learning Experience: Supervised Research. Graded Pass/No Pass. Register by Instructor. Fall semester. This course is repeatable for credit.

Credit Type: Pass/No Pass

Additional Fees: 0.00

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INTRODUCTION TO ACCOUNTING

4.00 credits. An introduction to the basic accounting methods, principles and financial statements used for external reporting. This course introduces students to accounting in a way that demonstrates its importance to society and relevance to their future careers. In addition to developing an adequate technical knowledge of accounting principles; critical thinking, communications, organizational, and interpersonal competencies will be developed and reinforced through a combination of class discussion and problems.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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INTERMEDIATE ACCOUNTING I

4.00 credits. A study of generally accepted accounting principles and international standards as applied to asset transactions in the corporate financial reporting environment. Beginning with a brief review of introductory topics including the accounting cycle and financial statements and quickly moving to more challenging and complex topics regarding how to properly record transactions for different types of assets, acceptable alternatives, and the accounting treatment of related income statement transactions. Emphasis on valuation, classification, disclosure and cutoff. *Prerequisite(s): AC 101.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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COST MANAGEMENT ACCOUNTING

4.00 credits. An understanding of how costs behave – cost-volume and profit analysis; are collected – job costing and process costing; are assigned – activity-based costing; are managed – strategic-based responsibility accounting; are measured – budgets and variance analysis; and are used in decision making – pricing and alternative use of capital. Multinational considerations also are included. *Prerequisite(s): AC 101.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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INTRODUCTION TO TAXATION

4.00 credits. Following the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants (AICPA) recommended Model Tax Curriculum, this course introduces a broad range of tax topics and principles of federal income taxation of individuals, corporations, and partnerships. Understanding various types of taxes in the U.S. system and the basis for the federal income tax system is emphasized. Tax concepts that relate to individual taxpayers, and identifying the similarities and differences of individual taxation items to the taxation of business entities are learned, emphasizing the role of taxation in the business decision-making process, tax law and research, and concepts application. *Prerequisite: AC 101 or permission of instructor.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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ACCOUNTING INFORMATION SYSTEMS

4.00 credits. An introduction to the components of an accounting information system and its relationship to the overall management information system. The use of information to support the planning, analysis, and reporting of business activities using fully integrated information systems is discussed. Students are introduced to system design and documentation, including flowcharting and control procedures. The course utilizes practical case problems, contemporary readings, and exercises incorporating accounting software to reinforce classroom theory with hands-on knowledge. All major transaction processing cycles and the effect on the accuracy of accounting information are reviewed. *Prerequisite: AC 206.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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ADVANCED ACCOUNTING

4.00 credits. A study of advanced accounting topics including business combinations, consolidated financial reporting according to US GAAP, worldwide accounting practices and foreign currency transactions, partnerships, and special accounting topics such as business liquidations and reorganizations, joint ventures, and accounting for derivatives. *Prerequisite(s): AC 206.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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BUSINESS AND SOCIETY

4.00 credits. Managers function within an environment and their actions influence a number of stakeholders who in turn influence managerial decision making. Environmental awareness is increased by describing and analyzing seven sub-environments: stakeholder, economic, political, social, ethical, competitive and ecological. The course provides a context for other courses in the program and acquaints students with the dynamics of managing in the business, public and nonprofit sectors of the U.S. economy. Register by Instructor.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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BUSINESS AND SOCIETY

4.00 credits. Managers function within an environment and their actions influence a number of stakeholders who in turn influence managerial decision making. Environmental awareness is increased by describing and analyzing seven sub-environments: stakeholder, economic, political, social, ethical, competitive and ecological. The course provides a context for other courses in the program and acquaints students with the dynamics of managing in the business, public and nonprofit sectors of the U.S. economy. Register by Instructor.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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PERSONAL FINANCIAL PLANNING

2.00 credits. This course provides students with detailed information, methods, and techniques to effectively evaluate alternative courses of action and make informed financial decisions regarding basic personal finance. The course focuses on situations that students will encounter as they become financially independent. Topics include: budgeting, credit and money management, tax basics, purchasing and insurance issues, and basic investment concepts.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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PERSONAL FINANCIAL PLANNING

2.00 credits. This course provides students with detailed information, methods, and techniques to effectively evaluate alternative courses of action and make informed financial decisions regarding basic personal finance. The course focuses on situations that students will encounter as they become financially independent. Topics include: budgeting, credit and money management, tax basics, purchasing and insurance issues, and basic investment concepts.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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QUANTITATIVE METHODS/OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT (EGR 248)

4.00 credits. Usage of quantitative methods and operations management concepts to optimize business decisions is learned. The quantitative methods covered are forecasting, decision making, decision analysis, and inventory management. The operations management concepts are project management, statistical process control, materials requirement planning, enterprise resource planning, scheduling, reliability, acceptance sampling and learning curves. *Prerequisite(s): MA 251.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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INTRODUCTION TO DATA VISUALIZATION

2.00 credits. This course provides an introduction to data visualization. It introduces students to design principles for creating meaningful displays of quantitative and qualitative data to facilitate managerial decision-making. The course uses data visualization tools, including Tableau, Power BI and R.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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INTRODUCTION TO DATA VISUALIZATION

2.00 credits. This course provides an introduction to data visualization. It introduces students to design principles for creating meaningful displays of quantitative and qualitative data to facilitate managerial decision-making. The course uses data visualization tools, including Tableau, Power BI and R.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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MANAGEMENT AND ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR

4.00 credits. Critical management issues in planning, organizing, leading and controlling – within the framework of understanding why and how people interact with one another, in groups, and with the organization itself – are examined, with opportunities to enhance communication and interpersonal skills through learning at multiple levels, including individual reading, study and analysis, in-class lectures and exercises, and small discussion groups, in which newly acquired knowledge can be applied to the analysis of real-world scenarios.

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STRATEGIC MANAGERIAL DECISION- MAKING AND CRITICAL ANALYSIS I

2.00 credits. This class will provide an introductory level exploration of Microsoft Excel. Various functions, worksheet navigation, and uses of Excel will be major components. *Prerequisite(s): any one of the following courses: BA 101, BA 197, EC 101, or EC 102. Restricted to majors in the School of Business.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

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STRATEGIC MANAGERIAL DECISION- MAKING AND CRITICAL ANALYSIS I

2.00 credits. This class will provide an introductory level exploration of Microsoft Excel. Various functions, worksheet navigation, and uses of Excel will be major components. *Prerequisite(s): any one of the following courses: BA 101, BA 197, EC 101, or EC 102. Restricted to majors in the School of Business.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

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STRATEGIC MANAGERIAL DECISION- MAKING AND CRITICAL ANALYSIS I

2.00 credits. This class will provide an introductory level exploration of Microsoft Excel. Various functions, worksheet navigation, and uses of Excel will be major components. *Prerequisite(s): any one of the following courses: BA 101, BA 197, EC 101, or EC 102. Restricted to majors in the School of Business.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

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LEGAL ENVIRONMENT OF BUSINESS

4.00 credits. The study and evaluation of legal, ethical and global issues as they pertain to understanding how a business organization operates in a changing socio-economic environment.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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INTERNATIONAL LEGAL AND ETHICAL ENVIRONMENT OF BUSINESS

4.00 credits. An introduction to the study of international business law, the function and importance of public international law, the role of public and private international organizations, and public policy and ethics in setting standards and guidelines for international business. An understanding of the legal problems associated with economic integration within the European Union and North America is emphasized.

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EUROPEAN UNION SIMULATION I (PS 350)

4.00 credits. Study of the principles and theories of European integration; the history of the current European Union (E.U.), from the Treaty of Rome to the present, and the structure and functioning of the European Union, including class participation representing an E.U. Member State in the annual Mid-Atlantic European Union Consortium E.U. Simulation in Washington, D.C. Signature Learning Experience: Field Experience. Fall semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SENIOR PROJECT IN BUSINESS

Variable (0.00 to 4.00) credit(s). Students who have been invited and accepted to participate in the Honors in the Discipline Program may register for this course in the semester in which the research or creative project is completed. Completion of this course does not assure recognition for Honors in the Discipline. Signature Learning Experience: Supervised Research. Register by Instructor.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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BUSINESS POLICY AND CORPORATE STRATEGY

4.00 credits. A comprehensive and integrative course that builds on knowledge acquired in the prior business classes, this class offers the opportunity to integrate the knowledge through a cross-functional approach. The focus is understanding how companies craft and implement strategies that create and enhance sustainable competitive advantage. *Prerequisite(s): Senior status. Signature Learning Experience: Capstone Experience. Register by Instructor.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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BUSINESS POLICY AND CORPORATE STRATEGY

4.00 credits. A comprehensive and integrative course that builds on knowledge acquired in the prior business classes, this class offers the opportunity to integrate the knowledge through a cross-functional approach. The focus is understanding how companies craft and implement strategies that create and enhance sustainable competitive advantage. *Prerequisite(s): Senior status. Signature Learning Experience: Capstone Experience. Register by Instructor.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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PEOPLE ANALYTICS SEMINAR

4.00 credits. Capstone course in management. We will explore research questions formulated around antecedents of employee engagement, job satisfaction, absenteeism, or turnover. Students will learn to build causal models, collect and analyze data in a systematic way, and interpret results to improve decisions about talent and the organization as a whole. The course focuses on the hard and soft skills necessary in people analytics. *Prerequisite(s): BA 265 and senior status. Signature Learning Experience: Capstone Experience.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SSC PRINCIPLES OF MACROECONOMICS

4.00 credits. (Social Sciences Core Course) An introduction to a country’s gross domestic product. Topics covered include factors affecting a country’s output of goods and services, the role of fiscal policy and monetary policy in dealing with inflation and unemployment, the Federal Reserve system and the goal of price stability, causes and consequences of budget deficits, and factors affecting trade deficits and exchange rates.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

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SSC PRINCIPLES OF MACROECONOMICS

4.00 credits. (Social Sciences Core Course) An introduction to a country’s gross domestic product. Topics covered include factors affecting a country’s output of goods and services, the role of fiscal policy and monetary policy in dealing with inflation and unemployment, the Federal Reserve system and the goal of price stability, causes and consequences of budget deficits, and factors affecting trade deficits and exchange rates.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

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SSC PRINCIPLES OF MICROECONOMICS

4.00 credits. (Social Sciences Core Course) Topics covered include the basis for decision-making by economic agents, utility maximization by consumers, the demand curve, profit maximization by firms, diminishing returns and input choice, optimal output and price for a firm in various market structures, market failure, income inequality, and comparative advantage and international trade.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

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ENTREPRENEURSHIP

4.00 credits. An assessment and development of entrepreneurial skills, emphasizing a “hands-on” approach based on case studies on entrepreneurial ventures, writing feasibility plans on opportunities identified by students, experiential exercises and executive speakers (entrepreneurs, investors and consultants). In-class topics enable students to understand the entrepreneur's profile, and to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to create, start, finance, manage and grow a new venture. Fall semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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FAMILY BUSINESS GOVERNANCE AND SUCCESSION PLANNING

4.00 credits. Family Business Governance and Succession Planning tackles some of the most important issues faced by family companies. The continuity, renewal, and growth of a family business depends on the professionalization of its family business practices. This is an advanced family business course, which addresses topics such as: navigating generational differences, succession planning, family governance, boards of directors and advisors, family constitution, and inter-generational leadership development. The course is project-based. Signature Learning Experience: Capstone Experience. Spring semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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CORPORATE FINANCE

4.00 credits. An introduction to fundamental tools and concepts used in short-term and long-term financial decision making. An overview of the major financial markets is provided. Financial statements, discounted cash flow analysis, bond and stock valuation models, risk and return for assets and portfolios, cost of capital, financing decisions, capital budgeting, capital structure of the firm and dividend policy are covered. *Prerequisite(s): AC 101.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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INTERNATIONAL FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

4.00 credits. Development of an understanding of the international financial environments in which economic policy and business decisions are made. Specifically, the course covers the spot and forward exchange markets, the Eurocurrency market and the international capital markets. The impact of exchange rate behavior on corporations, the foreign exchange risk management, and multinational corporations are covered. *Prerequisite(s): FIN 325.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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FINANCIAL DERIVATIVES - FUTURES AND OPTIONS

4.00 credits. This course introduces derivative markets and their primary instruments with emphasis on real-world applications of theoretical models. The fundamental of derivatives, valuations of typical derivatives such as futures, forwards, swaps, and options, plus using derivatives in risk hedging and speculations will be discussed. At the conclusion of this course, students will gain an understanding of the theoretical underpinnings of derivatives and the practical skills in constructing and evaluating dynamic hedging strategies using futures and options. *Prerequisite(s): FIN 325.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

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FINANCIAL INSTITUTION MANAGEMENT

4.00 credits. This course seeks to provide students with a solid understanding of: terms, facts, and perspectives useful in financial institutions' management; concepts, tools, and objectives financial institution managers use in framing and resolving various issues; forces shaping the financial service industry environment for financial institution managers, e.g., changes in the information and contracting technologies, changes in the mixture of domestic and global competitors, and interactions of innovations with rules enforced by self-regulatory organizations and government agencies. *Prerequisite(s): MA 251 and FIN 325.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

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INVESTMENTS

4.00 credits. This course emphasizes the various classes of investments available to the investor, sources and uses of investment information, and security and capital market valuation. Fundamental concepts, theories and techniques of investing in different assets are provided. Portfolio management is introduced. *Prerequisite(s): FIN 325.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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HNR SSC PRINCIPLES OF ECONOMICS

4.00 credits. (Social Sciences Core Course) An introduction to a country’s gross domestic product. Topics covered include factors affecting a country’s output of goods and services, the role of fiscal policy and monetary policy in dealing with inflation and unemployment, the Federal Reserve system and the goal of price stability, causes and consequences of budget deficits, and factors affecting trade deficits and exchange rates.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING

4.00 credits. An introductory course emphasizing key concepts and issues underlying the marketing process and how it operates in today's dynamic organizations. The marketing mix is examined on a broad scale, with students developing an understanding of how decisions in each element impact and influence the others. Among the topics covered are segmentation, consumer behavior, product development, promotional campaigns, marketing research, distribution planning and pricing strategies. The course will culminate in a final project or major case study, with students developing and presenting a marketing plan.

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PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING

4.00 credits. An introductory course emphasizing key concepts and issues underlying the marketing process and how it operates in today's dynamic organizations. The marketing mix is examined on a broad scale, with students developing an understanding of how decisions in each element impact and influence the others. Among the topics covered are segmentation, consumer behavior, product development, promotional campaigns, marketing research, distribution planning and pricing strategies. The course will culminate in a final project or major case study, with students developing and presenting a marketing plan.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

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DIGITAL MARKETING

4.00 credits. Students in this course will explore the development, production and implementation of digital-marketing delivery methods including, but not limited to, email marketing, web-based marketing, search-engine optimization (SEO), online advertising, and social media. The curriculum will introduce tools to appropriately measure and evaluate the effectiveness of digital-marketing campaigns that are designed to improve the experience of the consumer. New trends, as well as key opportunities for innovation, will also be discussed. *Prerequisite(s): MKT 215.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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CONSUMER BEHAVIOR

4.00 credits. Development of an understanding of the explanations, based on behavioral sciences, for consumer purchasing activities. Subjects include the consumer's role in society, group influences on consumers, the nature of individual consumers as determinants of buying behavior, and consumer decision-making models. *Prerequisite(s): MKT 215.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

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CONSUMER BEHAVIOR

4.00 credits. Development of an understanding of the explanations, based on behavioral sciences, for consumer purchasing activities. Subjects include the consumer's role in society, group influences on consumers, the nature of individual consumers as determinants of buying behavior, and consumer decision-making models. *Prerequisite(s): MKT 215.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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ENTERTAINMENT AND MEDIA MARKETING

4.00 credits. An overview of the entertainment industry and related media properties. *Prerequisite(s): MKT 215.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS BUSINESS FINANCIAL ACCOUNTING

Introduction to accounting concepts, processes, procedures, and practices in the preparation of financial statements. The course will introduce students to the four basic financial statements, comprised of the income statement, statement of cash flow, balance sheet, and statement of owner's equity. Students will also incorporate current accounting events and accounting ethics into this course.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

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SGPS MANAGERIAL ACCOUNTING

Managerial accounting involves using economic and financial information to plan and control many of the activities of an entity, and to support the management data-driven decision-making process. Topics include job order costing, activity-based costing, cost-volume-profit analysis, budgetary planning and controls, and planning for capital investments. The objective of this course is to provide students with an understanding of the management and information that aids management with making sound decisions. *Pre-requisite(s): AC 1070.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS INTERMEDIATE ACCOUNTING I

Intermediate Accounting is the in-depth study of professional accounting pronouncements – Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (“GAAP”), used for financial reporting purposes. This first course of a two-part series focuses mainly on asset accounts. An overview of financial statement preparation and accounting principles that govern the reporting of cash, receivables and inventories will be explored. Other topics of study focus on accounting for property, plant and equipment, key concepts in accounting for intangibles, and current liabilities accounts. Prerequisite(s): AC 1060 - Principles of Accounting II or AC 1080 - Managerial Accounting.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS INTERMEDIATE ACCOUNTING II

Intermediate Accounting II is a continuation of the study of generally accepted accounting principles. It is an in-depth study of stockholders equity, earnings per share, investments, revenue recognition and accounting for income taxes, pension and leases. The course will be completed with the preparation of the cash flows financial statement. Prerequisite: AC 2050 Intermediate Accounting I.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS INTRODUCTION TO FEDERAL INCOME TAX

This course is designed to explore tax implications on individuals, corporations, and partnerships. The course will concentrate on the application of tax law using analytical and problem-solving techniques. Significant reference will be given to federal tax forms and online tax research.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

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SGPS FINANCIAL ANALYSIS AND REPORTING

To be effective financial managers and advisors, accountants must understand not only how financial information is generated, but also how to analyze and interpret the information to assess a company and its operations. This course is designed to provide students with the tools they need to effectively evaluate the financial position of a firm. The course presents analytical tools for evaluating organizational financing, investing and operations activities, cash flow, profitability, liquidity, solvency, and leverage. Prerequisite: Ac 2060 Intermediate Accounting II.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

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SGPS FORENSIC ACCOUNTING

Forensic Accounting is a specialty practice area of accounting that utilizes accounting, auditing, and investigative skills to conduct an examination into a company's financial statements for disputes or litigation. This course will introduce the learner to the concept of accounting fraud. It combines solid accounting principles with fraud detection and prevention techniques. The prevalence of financial statement manipulation in recent years is reviewed and analyzed. The topic of ethics and the breakdown thereof in relation to the frauds perpetrated will also be discussed. Prerequisite(s): AC 2060 - Intermediate Accounting II.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS ACCOUNTING FOR NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS

Accounting for Governmental and Nonprofit Entities is the study of authoritative pronouncements for the reporting of state and local governments and other nonprofit entities. It involves the study of Governmental/Accounting and Financial Accounting Standards. This course will introduce the learner to basic fund accounting principles and other financial considerations for non-profit entities. Actual financial reports from governments and non-profit organizations will be reviewed to provide real world application. Prerequisite(s): AC 2060 - Intermediate Accounting II.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS COST ACCOUNTING

Cost accounting deals with cost management. Cost management produces information through the process of identifying, collecting, measuring, classifying, and reporting information to managers within a firm. Cost management requires in-depth understanding of a firm’s cost structure. This course will provide the student the knowledge to utilize and manage cost data effectively for management decision making. Prerequisite: Ac 1060 Principles of Accounting II or AC 1070 Business Financial Accounting or permission of the dean.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS MANAGERIAL COMMUNICATION

This course provides a study of the various communication techniques, incorporating the use of both theory and technology. Emphasis is on the analysis, ethics and organization of materials for effective oral and written communications in a business setting.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING

Effective marketing is critical for the long-term success of any business or organization. In this course, students will acquire an understanding of the marketing concept, "STP" (Segmenting, Targeting & Positioning), the marketing mix (product, place, promotion and price), and how to design a customer-driven marketing strategy. Among the topics explored are customer value, pricing, branding, global marketing, consumer behavior, ethics and social responsibility in marketing, and market research. The course will culminate in a final project with students developing and presenting a marketing plan for a new product or service.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS QUANTITATIVE TECHNIQUES FOR BUSINESS

This course provides an introduction to quantitative analysis designed to solve practical business problems, break-even analysis, forecasting, inventory management, linear programming, and transportation problems. Network flow models, project management, decision, and queuing analysis will also be covered in this class. Prerequisite: MA 1510 - Probability and Statistics. Recommended: working knowledge of Excel formulas.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS PRINCIPLES OF MANAGEMENT

Learners in this course will study the process of utilizing and coordinating technical and human resources in order to achieve the objectives of an organization. This includes analysis of the concepts, principles and practices involved in the planning, organizing, staffing, motivating, and controlling functions.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS BUSINESS ETHICS

(Values, Choice and Justice Core; Accounting and Business Administration majors may not use this course for Core.) This course examines the ethical issues that arise in today’s business environment with special focus in the areas of business, marketing, finance, and accounting. The values and principles guiding ethical business decisions will be studied along with how ethics integrated into business can play a part in business strategy. Learners will explore their own values and apply an ethical decision making process to ethical dilemmas in business.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS ADVERTISING MANAGEMENT

The course covers advertising principles and practices. It will take advertising theory and show how it is applied to produce advertising that works. Prerequisite: BA 2150 Principles of Marketing.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS INTERNET MARKETING

The course entails the development of an understanding of the complexity of marketing goods and services over the Internet. Coverage includes developing strategic business models for e-commerce, planning and implementation of an Internet-focused organization. Prerequisite: BA 2150 Principles of Marketing.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS CONSUMER BEHAVIOR

This course is an introduction to the study of consumer behavior, looking at the consumer as an individual, examining consumers in their social and cultural settings and reviewing the many variables that go into the consumer decision-making process.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS BUSINESS FINANCE

We will focus on learning techniques that are utilized in financial decision making. The course can be broken down into five distinct categories: Accounting review and financial statement analysis, tools and techniques utilized in capital budgeting decision making, asset valuation, risk and return, and long-term financing. Prerequisite: AC 1060 - Principles of Accounting II or AC 1080 - Managerial Accounting. Recommended: a working knowledge of Excel formulas.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS BUSINESS LAW

The purpose of this course is to examine the important areas of law that relate to business under the United States constitutional legal system. This course will emphasize the origin of law in America, intellectual property, cyber law, contract law, corporate and unincorporated entity law, and agency law.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS LEADERSHIP

It is essential to gain a fundamental understanding of leadership and even more importantly to gain knowledge in the attributes of leadership in order to make better decisions, both professionally and personally. In this course, we will examine the characteristics, attributes, and styles of leadership. We will discuss the results of a lack of leadership and the impact of following.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS BUILDING ON DIVERSITY IN BUSINESS

(Values, Choice and Justice Core; Business majors may not use this course for Core.) This course will examine different cultures, religions and employee groups, while analyzing issues and strengths towards creating a positive workplace. Learners will explore how to effectively manage these groups through real-life work situations and develop strategies for long-term solutions.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS ENTREPRENEURSHIP

(This interdisciplinary course can be used to fulfill a Criminal Justice Elective, a Human Service Elective or a Social World Core requirement.) This course explores the nature of entrepreneurship and what it means to be an entrepreneur. Emphasis is placed on the unique skill-set that is required to be effective in this role, including vision, creativity, innovation, planning, critical thinking, leadership, communication, and the willingness to take risks. Entrepreneurs make significant investments in an economy and thus contribute to the economic well-being of all stake holders; therefore, the components and the role of the entrepreneur within the economy will be discussed. Case studies and interactive exercises are used to illustrate how the theoretical framework of entrepreneurship translates into the realities of our volatile economic environment. Prerequisites: BA 2650 - Principles of Management.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS MARKETING MANAGEMENT

This course is an advanced marketing management course focusing on strategic marketing planning, segmentation and positioning. Learners will incorporate marketing theories and concepts into marketing plans and reports. Prerequisite: BA2150 Principles of Marketing

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS PROBLEMS IN FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT

Learners in this course will examine financial and conceptual issues in business finance including financial markets, interest rates, economic environments, valuation of financial assets, time value concepts, risk and return, valuation of bonds and stocks, capital budgeting and project cash flows, cost of capital and capital structure, financial planning and control, and pro forma statements. Prerequisite: BA3250 – Business Finance

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS OPERATIONS MANAGEMENT

Operations Management is the critical study of the decision-making techniques used in operations management, emphasizing the practical application of scientific methods and management principles to production activities. Areas of study include resource allocation, production cycles, job design, facility layout, production planning, quality improvements, and process control. Prerequisite: MA 1510 Probability and Statistics.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS CORPORATE STRATEGY

This course examines how organizations position themselves and strive to compete in today’s rapidly changing marketplace and business environment. It is designed to integrate the concepts, principles, and practices from a learner's prior business courses. The course involves a comprehensive study of the interrelationships between management principles, problem analysis, strategy formation and implementation for the contemporary enterprise. (Consultation with the advisor is required in order to register. In the event of large enrollment, preference will be given to graduating seniors.)

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS CAREER DEVELOPMENT FOR THE LIFELONG LEARNER

(1 credit) When entering into an educational program, the goal of the person upon graduation is often to be promoted within their company or to change the direction of their career. The needs of the adult learner in the area of career development vary from assessment of abilities to refining job search skills. This course will allow the adult learner to examine their interests and skills as well as develop a career portfolio for either movement within a company or for changing careers. One of the final outcomes will hopefully be the answer to that age-old question: "What do you want to be when you grow up?"

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS COURT ADMINISTRATION AND MANAGEMENT

A study of the history, structure, administration and management of state and federal adult criminal courts that focuses on a variety of topics including: the interrelationship between the trial court and its social, economic, and political environments; the major participants in the court; the trial process; and sentencing methods and appeals.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS MODERN CORRECTIONS

This course provides the learner with an overview of the origins, processes, organizations, contemporary trends, and current issues in corrections for juveniles and adults. Emphasis is on adult corrections.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS JUVENILE LAW AND JUSTICE

This course provides the learner with an analysis of juvenile crime, delinquency theory, juvenile law, and the components and processes of the juvenile justice system.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS METHODS OF CRIMINAL JUSTICE RESEARCH

This course will cover basic procedures of criminal justice research including research design, sampling, measurement, and data analysis. This course is designed to provide students with basic knowledge and skills required to undertake research in the field of criminal justice while simultaneously offering an introduction to the process of critically understanding and interpreting research findings in an applied context.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS CRIMINAL JUSTICE SEMINAR

This course is the capstone course in the major and intended to provide the learner with the chance to utilize those skills and ideas obtained during the completion of their required Criminal Justice classes. This experiential learning process will allow the learner to demonstrate a broad knowledge of many aspects of the Criminal Justice system. The class will facilitate the completion of a critical review of an established Criminal Justice related program by each learner. The program review will encompass both scholastic research and field work including interviews of participants of the selected program. (This is a capstone course and therefore intended to be the final course taken in the major. Consultation with the advisor is required in order to register. In the event of large enrollment, preference will be given to graduating seniors.)

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

Course Reminder:Pre-Requisite and Register by Instructor Course

SGPS COMMUNICATION LAW AND ETHICS

An overview of select legal concepts within the field of Mass Media Law. The focus will be on the First Amendment Right of Free Speech, the law of Libel, Regulation of Advertising, Copyright, and Freedom of Information Requests.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS INTERNATIONAL COMMUNICATION

(World Cultures & International Studies Core Course) This course examines how systems of communication media are organized and function around the world. It is designed to assess our experience as an American by exploring the sociocultural, economic, political, and scientific/technical impact of communication media on the diverse societies of other countries.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS MULTICULTURAL COMMUNICATION

(Values, Choice and Justice Core; Communication majors may not use this course for Core.) This course is designed to study issues of diversity and the media by investigating the audience, content, and institutions of communications. Cultural perceptions will be explored as they relate to an individual's beliefs on diversity such as: race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, class, and disability. A research and field experience will challenge learners to analyze and formulate their own views.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS COMMUNICATION PLANNING

This course focuses on the planning, management, and coordination of corporate communications projects through the knowledge of and effective application of appropriate skills - strategic decision-making and goal setting, task definition, scheduling, resource allocation, monitoring, motivation, and project and quality control. The role of the project manager in managing the project life cycle is emphasized within a variety of corporate settings through case studies, scenarios, and real life projects.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS COMPUTER SCIENCE I

This class will provide students with a solid, fundamental understanding of the Java programming language. The interactive class sessions will combine lecture with “practice programming.” Students may expect to explore topics such as Java syntax, writing and running Java applications, basic testing and debugging, and classes and objects. Prerequisite: CS 1180 - Fundamentals of Computer Architecture and CS 1190 - Database Design Systems.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS GLOBAL MACROECONOMICS: PRINCIPLES AND ISSUES

(Social World Core; Accounting and Business Administration majors may not use this course for Core.) This course gives learners an orientation to the nature of economics on a global scale and examines the aggregate performance of all markets in our economy. This course will cover capitalism, supply, demand, free markets, inflation, recession, and money supply, allocation of scarce resources, and the role of the Federal Reserve Board. Learners will have the opportunity to correlate economic theories to their everyday experiences.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS PRINCIPLES OF MICROECONOMICS

Economics now, more than ever, plays a crucial role in our lives and has a significant impact on our success, both personally and professionally. Microeconomics focuses on the behavior of individual consumers and individual firms. Microeconomics gives us a focused perspective, and deals with specialized issues and detailed analysis within economics. A strong emphasis is placed on discussion of current events and how those events incorporate various economic theories. This will give the learner a greater appreciation of the relevance of economics as a science.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS WRITING AND LANGUAGE

(Power of Language Core) In this writing-intensive introductory course, adult learners will learn and practice various strategies and structures to write college-level papers. Each week, learners will read and study examples of each strategy, and then apply them to their own papers. The course culminates in a critical/research paper that allows adult learners to bring together many of the skills they've practiced in the course.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS FILM AS LITERATURE

(Creative Expression Core) An introduction to film as an art form with particular attention to the discourse of film: how film "speaks" to us and how we speak about film.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS GROWING UP IN AMERICA

(Creative Expression Core) In this survey course, we will examine autobiographical works written by diverse authors over approximately 150 years to gain a larger perspective on the subjects of autobiography, history, and childhood in America. Students will be encouraged to compare these themes to their own experience of growing up in America to determine if they are still accurate and relevant.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS FOUNDATIONS FOR ACCELERATED LEARNING (NUR 150)

(Core Course) Foundations for Accelerated Learning is designed to introduce adult learners to the scholarly demands of Elizabethtown College’s accelerated coursework. Emphasis is placed upon self-reflection and collaboration with peers, implementing skills for success in an accelerated learning environment, evaluating personal strengths, and identifying strategies to overcome challenges. Students will develop research, writing, and presentation skills that lay the foundation for future success.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS FOUNDATIONS FOR ACCELERATED LEARNING (NUR 150)

(Core Course) Foundations for Accelerated Learning is designed to introduce adult learners to the scholarly demands of Elizabethtown College’s accelerated coursework. Emphasis is placed upon self-reflection and collaboration with peers, implementing skills for success in an accelerated learning environment, evaluating personal strengths, and identifying strategies to overcome challenges. Students will develop research, writing, and presentation skills that lay the foundation for future success.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS FOUNDATIONS FOR ACCELERATED LEARNING (NUR 150)

(Core Course) Foundations for Accelerated Learning is designed to introduce adult learners to the scholarly demands of Elizabethtown College’s accelerated coursework. Emphasis is placed upon self-reflection and collaboration with peers, implementing skills for success in an accelerated learning environment, evaluating personal strengths, and identifying strategies to overcome challenges. Students will develop research, writing, and presentation skills that lay the foundation for future success.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS HEALTH CARE POLICY

This course provides an introduction to the development and implications of U.S. health care public policy, including key governmental and non-governmental participants within the political process. This course examines the major roles played by local, state, and federal governments in the oversight, funding, delivery and evaluation of health care services. To perform this examination, a brief background to the U.S. health care system will be presented. The course will then investigate the formulation of health care legislation, the prioritization of health care legislation and the implementation of legislative provisions.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS HEALTH CARE MARKETING

This course provides a comprehensive review of marketing's role in the health care industry. The course will examine the history of health care marketing, the contributions of marketing to the strategic objectives of health care organizations and the effects of marketing on public relations and the health care consumer. Major health care consumer issues are also analyzed. Consumer issues include: health status, drug usage, drug shortages, health care products, exercise and nutrition, diseases and epidemiology. Interdependence of these issues with behavioral, political, economic, ecologic, and cultural factors will be evaluated.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS HEALTH CARE ETHICS

This course addresses introductory concepts and basic issues in health care ethics. Issues such as confidentiality (e.g. HIPAA), informed consent, beginning of life, chronic care, end of life and the universal right to health care will be discussed along with the impact of women in health care. The course also addresses the impact of a person's religious beliefs on the need for and delivery of health care. Finally, the course analyzes health care research issues including use of human subjects, use of animals and cloning.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS HEALTH CARE LAW

This course will examine the various laws that impact the delivery of health care in the United States. The purpose of the course is to familiarize the student with the healthcare legal environment that requires compliance of both providers and facilities. Students will analyze case studies and apply applicable laws to the scenarios.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS CONTEMPORARY ISSUES IN HEALTH CARE

This course provides the learner with the opportunity to examine challenges facing the healthcare industry in the United States. Learners will analyze controversial issues and differing perspectives to develop understanding of the issues faced by policy makers, healthcare providers, management and citizens. Prerequisite(s): HCA 3100 - Health Care Ethics, HCA 3310 - Health Care Law, and HCA 3800 - Health Care Insurance Policy.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS WORLD HEALTH CARE SYSTEMS

This course provides an analysis of world healthcare systems with an emphasis on the healthcare issues and challenges between low, middle, and high-income countries. The course focuses on the global organizations that impact world health and the financial and regulatory issues that each country encounters. The course also analyzes many different health systems throughout the world, examining population demographics, economics, major health problems, healthcare financing, healthcare workforces, and future healthcare perspectives within these various nations. Prerequisite: HCA 1620 Health Care Policy

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS LONG-TERM CARE ADMINISTRATION

This course examines how as change takes place, and the health care field becomes more sophisticated and diverse, successful long-term care administrators will face tougher challenges than any they have seen before and they will have to bring new skills to their jobs. Topics and discussions center around how successful managers will possess the ability to change with the times, manage their organizations while under constant and substantial pressure, how to be flexible enough to adapt to different management settings, or to providing services that are different from those with which they may have been familiar. Evaluate how tomorrow's long-term care managers will be expected to possess those skills essential to managing larger more complex organizations.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS STRATEGY OF HEALTH CARE ORGANIZATIONS

This comprehensive capstone course examines how health care organizations position themselves and strive to compete in today’s rapidly changing marketplace and business environment. It is designed to integrate the concepts, principles, and practices from the learner's prior health care courses. With the aid of case studies, the course involves a comprehensive study of the interrelationships between management principles, problem analysis, strategy formation and implementation for healthcare organizations. (This is a capstone course and therefore intended to be the final course taken in the major. Consultation with the advisor is required in order to register. In the event of large enrollment, preference will be given to graduating seniors.)

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

Course Reminder:Pre-Requisite and Register by Instructor Course

SGPS MODERN EUROPEAN HISTORY

(Cultural Heritage Core) The course is an examination of the major developments that have taken place in European History since 1500. The course will not survey all of the developments over 500 years, but choose those that seem significant in their impact on subsequent developments.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS INTRODUCTION TO HUMAN SERVICES

This introductory course reviews the historical foundations and the various political and social influences on the development of human services. It examines models of human service delivery, client systems, and service systems. It reviews the major social welfare programs, implementation of human service interventions, and working with diverse clients. Finally, the course covers issues crucial to human service workers, such as burnout and legal issues.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS SOCIAL WELFARE PROGRAMS & POLICY

The purpose of this course is to help students understand what drives social welfare policy, the values and beliefs underlying social welfare policy, and how it impacts our lives. The course is designed to be both theoretical and practical. Fundamental concepts and theories of social welfare policy are examined. The competing values and beliefs that influence social welfare policy are discussed and analyzed. An overview of the history of social welfare policy in the United States is explored. Social welfare policies and programs are examined within the context of the social problems they address. The course also explores the strengths and weaknesses of current government interventions. Students will also explore ways to conduct effective social welfare policy analysis.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS INTRODUCTION TO SUBSTANCE ABUSE AND ADDICTIVE DISORDERS

This foundations course will provide essential concepts for understanding contemporary theories and practices relating to substance use and abuse. Learners will identify appropriate methodologies for identification, prevention, and proper treatment of disorders. Review of the historical perspectives, various diagnostic issues, and numerous types of addictive behaviors, treatment options, and current research developments will be discussed.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS COUNSELING TECHNIQUES AND SKILLS

This course will provide students with a background of concepts, historical perspectives, and information regarding counseling systems. Students will develop skills for building effective working relationships with clients and focus on skills required to explore clients’ difficulties and recognize and enhance strengths. It will discuss how to establish plans and implement strategies to accomplish goals related to identified problems or concerns. This course will provide strategies for evaluating case progress in work with individuals, groups and families. It will provide students with the information they need to meet several Educational Policy and Accreditation Standards (EPAS) competencies—a set of nine standards or competencies centered on an educational format that prescribes attention to outcome performance.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS GROUP COUNSELING

Learners are exposed to theories, principles, and practices of group counseling. Opportunities are provided for learners to engage in dialogue relating to ethical and professional concerns, group dynamics and processes, understanding of various types of groups, assessment of group outcomes, group entry and exit transitions, and different leadership styles.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS ETHICAL ISSUES IN HUMAN SERVICES

(Values, Choice and Justice Core; Human Services majors may not use this course for Core.) This course will examine the principles, philosophy and theories relating to social and human ethics. Topics for discussion include: why ethics is important, personal vs. community values, social responsibility, cultural and global ramifications, and applicable legislation surrounding ethics in the human services. Application of real-life scenarios and case studies may be utilized.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS COUNSELING THEORY AND PRACTICE

This course will survey the major concepts and practices of the contemporary therapeutic systems and address some ethical and professional issues in counseling practice. The course aims to teach students to select wisely from various theories and techniques and to begin to develop a personal style of counseling. Skills are provided to build the counseling competencies needed in the counseling process.. Prerequisite: Psy 1050 General Psychology.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS HUMAN SERVICES DELIVERY

This course provides an in-depth look at how human service organizations handle various processes. Learners will analyze both the systems – internal and external - and the practices of organizations, including but not limited to: roles and responsibilities of administrators and staff, leadership, organizational culture, HR and fiscal management, strategic planning, marketing and public relations, partnerships and collaborative relationships, and working with a non-profit board of directors. Interaction with a human service agency or comparative study may be required as an individual or group project. Prerequisite HS 1080 Introduction to Human Services.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS COGNITIVE-BEHAVIORAL THERAPY

Learners will review, practice and demonstrate the clinical application of cognitive-behavioral therapies. Areas examined are principles of both cognitive and behavioral theories, engagement and the education of clients, goal setting, strategies and techniques for positive change, enhancement of individual motivation, contingency contracting and ongoing assessment. Prerequisite: HS 2350 Counseling Techniques & Skills

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS ADVANCED ASSESSMENT & INTERVENTIONS

This upper-level course covers outcome measures, documentation, functional and strengths-based approaches, uniform patient-placement criteria, co-occurring medical, addictive and psychiatric disorders and intervention practices and methods. Learners will actively engage in applications of multi-modal assessments and treatment planning process incorporated for individuals with addictions. Intervention tactics are discussed. Relevant and related mental health treatment settings are also incorporated. Prerequisite: HS3480 Case Management & Documentation

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS HUMAN SERVICES SEMINAR

This capstone course encapsulates a comprehensive understanding of the human services. Integration of previously learned theories, concepts, skills and practices will be implemented. Learners will incorporate critical thinking skills necessary for a human service professional. A major project is required which will assess mastery of the learner’s competency in the field. (This is a capstone course and therefore intended to be the final course taken in the major. Consultation with the advisor is required in order to register. In the event of large enrollment, preference will be given to graduating seniors.)

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

Course Reminder:Pre-Requisite and Register by Instructor Course

SGPS INTRO TO PHILOSOPHY THROUGH ENVIRONMENTAL CONSCIOUSNESS

(Western Cultural Heritage and Value, Choice, and Justice Core Course) As an introduction to the Western philosophical tradition, this course uses the topic of environmental consciousness to explore the most fundamental existential questions that confront us, and examines some of the great Western philosophers’ answers to these questions throughout history. Great historical figures in Western philosophy such as Plato, Aristotle, Descartes and Nietzsche are covered, as well as contemporary voices in the field. Course topics and questions include: the examined life, reality, knowledge, and values.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS INTRODUCTION TO GLOBALIZATION

(This interdisciplinary course can be used to fulfill either the Social World OR Values, Choice and Justice Core requirement.) In an increasingly interconnected world, globalization is a political, economic, cultural, and environmental phenomenon affecting individuals and communities in every society. This course will examine the dynamics of globalization along with the ethical implications of living in a globalized world.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS POVERTY IN A WORLD OF PLENTY

(This interdisciplinary course can be used to fulfill either the Foreign Cultures OR Values, Choice and Justice Core requirement.) This course will examine the many causes behind half of the world's people living on less than two dollars a day--the majority of them women and children. Factors such as bias against women, sweatshop labor, a failing environment, government corruption, the history of colonialism, and misguided foreign aid will be explored. Solutions will be sought related to consumer purchases, women's empowerment, and influencing government policies and aid distribution.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS THE FEMALE IMMIGRANT EXPERIENCE

(This interdisciplinary course can be used to fulfill either the Cultural Heritage OR Foreign Cultures Core requirement.) In this course we will consider the female immigrant experience through historical and contemporary cultural analysis. Learners will identify, articulate, and explore values as they interpret issues associated with women and immigration. This knowledge will be integrated into analysis and discussion of gender-related immigration and public policy issues.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS VICTIMOLOGY

(This interdisciplinary course can be used to fulfill either a Criminal Justice Elective, Human Services Elective OR Social World Core requirement.) The course examines crime victims, their quandary, and the relationships they have among social groups and institutions, such as the media, business, politicians, special interest groups, and social movements. Issues such as justice and compensation from the perspective of the victim, as well as society at large are examined. A review of programs designed to support victims from prevention and assistance through approaches that are gaining attention such as Restorative Justice, Victim Repayment, and Victim/Offender Mediation will be discussed. Also addressed is the interdisciplinary approach to the study of victims with particular relevance for students in the fields of criminal justice, human services and the social world.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS CORPORATE GREED

Variable (1.00 or 3.00) credits. This course can fulfill any one (but only one) of a number of different curricular requirements. These include: Social World; Values, Choice and Justice; World Cultures; Upper-Level Business Elective; and General Elective.This is a special topics and weekend seminar course that focuses on the role of corporate greed in twenty-first-century America. A team of faculty will analyze the international, economic, legal, marketing/public relations, and ethical dimensions of this highly publicized American corporate phenomenon. Through intense interaction, focused on a common set of readings, presentations, and classroom experiences, the learner constructs a foundation from which he/she can more deeply explore the phenomenon of corporate greed and what it means for America in the new century.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

Course Reminder:Register By Instructor

SGPS CORPORATE GREED

Variable (1.00 or 3.00) credits. This is a special topics and weekend seminar course that focuses on the role of corporate greed in twenty-first-century America. A team of faculty will analyze the international, economic, legal, marketing/public relations, and ethical dimensions of this highly publicized American corporate phenomenon. Through intense interaction, focused on a common set of readings, presentations, and classroom experiences, the learner constructs a foundation from which he/she can more deeply explore the phenomenon of corporate greed and what it means for America in the new century.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

Course Reminder:Register By Instructor

SGPS CORE PROGRAM CAPSTONE

This course serves as the Core Program's capstone course with a final project that represents the student’s ability to define a contemporary problem and construct a defense of the thesis, both orally and in writing. The course also provides the opportunity for the student to reflect on the impact of Core Program learning and explore how that learning relates to a contemporary problem being studied. (Consultation with the advisor is required in order to register. In the event of large enrollment, preference will be given to graduating seniors.)

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

Course Reminder:Pre-Requisite and Register by Instructor Course

SGPS CORE PROGRAM CAPSTONE

This course serves as the Core Program's capstone course with a final project that represents the student’s ability to define a contemporary problem and construct a defense of the thesis, both orally and in writing. The course also provides the opportunity for the student to reflect on the impact of Core Program learning and explore how that learning relates to a contemporary problem being studied. (Consultation with the advisor is required in order to register. In the event of large enrollment, preference will be given to graduating seniors.)

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

Course Reminder:Pre-Requisite and Register by Instructor Course

SGPS CORE PROGRAM CAPSTONE

This course serves as the Core Program's capstone course with a final project that represents the student’s ability to define a contemporary problem and construct a defense of the thesis, both orally and in writing. The course also provides the opportunity for the student to reflect on the impact of Core Program learning and explore how that learning relates to a contemporary problem being studied. (Consultation with the advisor is required in order to register. In the event of large enrollment, preference will be given to graduating seniors.)

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

Course Reminder:Pre-Requisite and Register by Instructor Course

SGPS APPLIED MATHEMATICS: PROBLEM SOLVING USING EXCEL

(Mathematical Analysis Core) This course provides an introduction to a variety of mathematical concepts focusing on real-world applications of mathematical modeling and meaning, rather than on proving theorems. This is an application-oriented course and the approach is practical. Learners will use Excel to find the solutions to real-world mathematical situations. Focusing on translating every day questions into mathematical problems to solve, the topics will include: Algebra, Sets, Graphing, Number Theory, Linear Equations and Inequalities, Statistics, Probability, and Consumer Mathematics. Part of the class is devoted to lecture and part will be an interactive lab. Although not required, this course is recommended as a preparatory course for Ma 151, Probability and Statistics.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS PROBABILITY AND STATISTICS

(Mathematical Analysis Core) This course will explore the basic principles and methods of Probability and Statistics in order to develop: An awareness and appreciation of the role of statistics in our daily environment and activities; as well as a foundation for the advanced study and further application of statistics in one's particular area of specialization.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS COLLEGE ALGEBRA

3.00 credits. This course studies algebraic expressions; linear and quadratic equations, functions.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS INTEGRATEDMKTGCOMMUNICATION, BRANDING & PROMOTIONS

Product and brand management are at the heart of an organization's survival. This course offers cutting-edge thinking on integrated marketing communication, branding, and promotion. The goal of this course is to prepare managers and/or potential managers to build brand assets and create an enduring advantage for their brands in the marketplace. Learners will be exposed to the contemporary challenges facing firms in creating and maintaining brand equity.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS CORPORATE SOCRESPONSIBILITY: MAKING A BIGGER IMPACT ON THE WORLD

The fundamental component of CSR is essential in an age of transparency for business operations. This course provides an examination of business strategies and practices that offer a framework for planning and evaluating the integration of socially responsible decision-making into the day-to-day operations of the corporation. Focus is on benefits to all stakeholders of the organization. CSR serves as a differentiating factor for organizations in the long term to remain competitive in an evolving business environment. This course explores tying CSR to the organization’s core mission, as well as challenging students to think in new ways about the impact of business activities on the world.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS SOCIETAL ECONOMIC ANALYSIS

Leaders must be able to critically examine a wide-range of interrelated organizational, governmental and societal issues by applying economic analysis. Learn to apply the economic theories, techniques and applications necessary to practically explore a variety of real-world domestic and global problems.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS INFORMATION FOR STRATEGIC DECISION MAKING

Business leaders must have a solid grasp of the organizational change dynamics associated with new information systems being implemented. This course addresses the real world of Information Technology (IT) management. Topics include evaluating IT investment value, outsourcing, working with vendors, IT governance, IT project management, and IT security and trends.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS GLOBAL BUSINESS STRATEGIES

Multinational corporations are increasingly exposed to greater risks associated with currency fluctuations, trade embargoes, and social and political instability. Similarly, domestic businesses must be increasingly aware of competitive threats related to new technologies or cheaper subsidized products arising from foreign entrants. Thus, globalization is a pervasive phenomenon that requires the attention of both foreign and local businesses alike. This course provides learners with a comprehensive understanding of the political, economic, social, and technological forces shaping today’s global business environment.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR

Whatever the size and purpose of the organization and the technology involved, people are the common denominator when facing today’s immense challenges. Success or failure hinges on the ability to attract, develop, retain, motivate, and lead a diverse array of appropriately skilled people (and to do so in an ethical manner). The human factor drives everything. To know more about workplace behavior is to gain a valuable competitive edge. The purpose of this course is to support organizational participants to better understand and manage people at work.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS APPLIED BUSINESS LEADERSHIP IN ACTION

What strategic moves are necessary for an organization to stay competitive in today’s ever-changing business environment? This capstone course challenges learners to integrate what they have learned from previous MBA courses. Learners will assess an organization’s current strategy and identify the next steps a leader should consider to strengthen the organization’s ability to compete successfully in the business world. (This is a capstone course and therefor intended to be the final course taken in the program. Consultation with the advisor is required in order to register.)

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 45.00

Course Reminder:Pre-Requisite and Register by Instructor Course

APPLICATIONS FOR DATA ANALYTICS

3.00 credits. As a professional you will be asked to make decisions based on data. This course will introduce the different types of decisions made in an organizational setting and explain how data quality can affect decision making. There are several statistical tools and techniques that are commonly used by organizations to inform decision-making. These tools span numerous business functions and support many different objectives. This course describes, evaluates, and analyzes different statistical techniques and their real-world limitations and benefits. The application of statistics to inform data-driven decisions in various sectors, such as manufacturing, health care, education and government will be discussed.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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DATA ANALYSIS FOR MANAGERS

3.00 credits. Statistical Process Control is all about boosting quality. Quality management can not only deliver value to customers and stakeholders, it can also enable data-driven decision-making that helps organizations gain a competitive advantage in the marketplace. This course will introduce the basics of quality management, explaining the difference between quality control and quality assurance, providing methods for the application of analysis. It also looks at common graphical representations of data and how these can be effective tools to explain situations and support persuasive arguments for a course of action.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS LEADERSHIP & MANAGEMENT IN HEALTH CARE

This course examines the major leadership and management approaches in public and private health care agencies. The course will focus on management principles in the American health care delivery system, including the roles of patients, third party insurance payers, and health care professionals. The course presents contemporary thinking about leadership and management skills, competencies, and how management "gets it done" in health care orgranizations. This course will also explore both the structure and functions of health care organizations. How governance, administration, and professional components interface to provide proper health care to society will be examined. The course will similarly explore health care leadership approaches to evaluate a student's leadership skill set. In addition, students will apply management skills and techniques to case studies and real-life situations involving health care administration. Students will showcase critical thinking skills with support from outside references, in addition to the assigned reading, in order to better understand health care leadership and management.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS HEALTH CARE POLICY: ETHICS, COMPLIANCE, AND LEGAL ISSUES

This course addresses the government's responsibility to respect the interests, promote and protect the health and welfare, and uphold the rights of the public. Students will explore health care policy, applications of health care law and ethics, and managment ideas, theories, and case studies.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS MARKETING STRATEGIES

3.00 credits. This course focuses upon the application and implementation of marketing theories for strategic outcomes, including B2B. Case studies will be the primary learning tools, with students developing a summative marketing plan based upon the theories and strategies discussed.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS MARKETING ISSUES AND RESEARCH SEMINAR

3.00 credits. The course is the capstone experience of the major. Candidates explore quantitative and qualitative research methodologies that integrate previous coursework, knowledge, and skills. The course is designed around each candidate working with a corporate client to create a final summative project. This course is the final course taken in the major. Consultation with an academic advisor is required for registration. Register by advisor.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

Course Reminder:Pre-Requisite and Register by Instructor Course

SGPS FOUNDATIONS OF LEADERSHIP

This introductory course provides a foundation for the study of leadership through a comprehensive examination of the history, theories, and processes of leadership. Opportunities will be provided for learners to explore the application of specific leadership strategies and techniques within the context of challenges leaders face. Learners will be engaged in self-reflection and feedback activities geared toward assessing current strengths and formulating plans for building their own leadership skills.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS LEADING INNOVATION & CHANGE THROUGH CROSS-SECTOR COLLABORATION

Successful strategic leaders must facilitate collaboration within and amongst diverse organizations---including local, regional and international partners in the public, private, and service sectors. These partners will have varied and often conflicting goals, incentives, power bases, resources, and cultures. Participating in a course-long student-led cross-sector strategic planning case study, students will strengthen their capacity and creativity to apply the collaborative leadership needed in a wide range of future forums, especially economic development in fragile localities.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS STRATEGIC COMMUNICATION FOR EFFECTIVE LEADERSHIP

This introductory course emphasizes the importance and practice of communication in a leader’s skill set. Learners will explore optimal communications strategies based on the message, the circumstance and the audience, and will apply those skills to a variety of real-world case studies to ensure positive outcomes that resolve or prevent communication breakdowns.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS APPLIED RESEARCH FOR STRATEGIC LEADERSHIP

This course develops the learner’s ability to think critically, with an eye toward the long term view. Learners will identify and analyze problems, interpret data, and make decisions that avoid common errors. Learners will achieve valid, reliable results by applying the fundamentals of scientific research with quantitative and qualitative research methods.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS ORGANIZATIONAL DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT

Through the exploration of organizational theory, case studies and experiential activities, learners will study the systemic nature of organizations and how to apply that knowledge to organizational design and development. The course will focus on how vision and goals strategically drive an organization and how they may be integrated into design and development.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS DESIGN THINKING FOR LEADERS

In this course, students will explore the fundamentals of design thinking and how it can be applied to improve their organization's performance. Students will be immersed in a problem space, and use the design thinking process to develop a solution. Students will estabilsh a framework for collaborative problem solving and learn the steps involved in creating an innovative organizational environment. Through case studies of design thinking in action, students will explore the opportunities and challenges of this approach. The relationship of design thinking and adaptive leadership will be integrated as students demonstrate that design thinking can be applied to multiple fields.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS LEADERSHIP FOR TODAY AND TOMORROW

Within today's ever-changing world, effective leadership is pivotal in determining the success of mobilizing others to reach their fullest potential in an environment where resources continue to be limited. This capstone course challenges learners to apply what they have learned from previous MSL courses by assessing an organization's current strategy and identifying areas of opportunities where the implementation of strategic leadership principles could have a positive social impact. Prerequisite(s): MSL 530 - Applying Research to Strategic Leadership.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 15.00

Course Reminder:Pre-Requisite and Register by Instructor Course

SGPS INVESTIGATIONS IN ASTRONOMY

(Natural World, 4 Credits) This course will introduce modern astronomy with a focus on our solar system and the celestial bodies it contains. This will serve as the backdrop for explorations of the scientific method and developing evaluative thinking skills. We will explore the historical perspective of humanity’s explorations of space. While studying the origins of the cosmos students will be challenged to define our place in the universe. Lab work will consist of a combination of digital simulations and naked eye astronomy, all with the goal of bringing space down to Earth.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING PORTFOLIO

1.00 credit. Students applying for Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) through the College’s PLA policy are encouraged to take this course to present an organized portfolio of exhibits in support of college-level learning. Student portfolios will include a narrative explaining how their experience aligns with the student learning outcomes of the proposed course equivalency, as well as providing artifacts which support each of the statements.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

Course Reminder:Register By Instructor

SGPS GENERAL PSYCHOLOGY

(Social World Core Course) This course provides an introduction to the science of psychology, including methods of inquiry, the biological perspective, learning and motivation, abnormal behavior, developmental and social influences, cognition, sensation and perception, stress and health, social psychology, neuroscience, and personality.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS HEALTH PSYCHOLOGY

(Natural World Core, 4 credits) Health Psychology is a specific, and relatively recently developed, branch of psychology which interrelates psychological knowledge, theory, and practices with the biological and sociological disciplines devoted to health. This course examines the status, place and function of psychology in the medical setting, explores the psychology of illness and its twin components of stress and pain, illustrates the behavioral aspects of specific diseases (cardiovascular, cancer, etc.) as well as habits such as tobacco smoking, alcohol use, and unnecessary eating. Alternate and healthful lifestyle habits are reviewed. The laboratory integrated with this course involves the adult learner directly with the techniques and practices of health psychology.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS DISCOVERING SOCIETY

(Social World Core) An introduction to the sociological perspective to achieve an understanding of its impact on the individual through exploring social reality, process and explanation.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SGPS ETHICAL SPORTS LEADERSHIP

3.00 credits. This course considers leadership dilemmas that can arise when individual values conflict with those of the organization or when a situation requires decisions with conflicting value sets. Students use case studies, their own experiences, and current events to examine actions leaders have taken and consequences faced when confronted with ethical dilemmas. Students work on a real-life ethical dilemma for understanding in-depth reasoning of the problem and to develop an action plan for solving and preventing similar problems at the organizational and societal levels. From these discussions, students have an opportunity to develop a personal model for ethical leadership.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 70.00

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SGPS MEDIA RELATIONS AND MARKETING IN SPORTS

3.00 credits. This course explores the basic knowledge and understanding in media relations and marketing in sports. Emphasizes building and managing effective media relations, statistics, publications, and promotions. Critical to success is development of leadership skills and customer service skills. Students will embrace an ability to adapt to emerging technologies, innovation, and competing priorities.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 70.00

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SGPS ENVIRONMENTAL CHOICES

(Natural World Core, 4 credits) This class will explore human impacts on the earth and the consequences of these impacts for the human and non-human living systems; ethical considerations for environmental decision-making; and avenues for more sustainable living. A field trip component of the course will require participants to travel to the local destination and may include walking and hiking while exposed to the elements.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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NPS FUNDAMENTALS OF CHEMISTRY: INTRODUCTION TO MOLECULAR SCIENCE

4.00 credits. (Natural and Physical Science Core Course) An introduction to the study of the material world from a conceptual, model-building viewpoint. Topics include: elements and compounds, atomic composition and electronic structure, bonding and molecular structure, physical properties, thermodynamics and reaction kinetics. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. Additional charges may apply; please contact the instructor for information. *Prerequisites: high school chemistry and algebra. *Corequisite: CH 105L. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. Fall semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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NPS FUNDAMENTALS OF CHEMISTRY: INTRODUCTION TO MOLECULAR SCIENCE

4.00 credits. (Natural and Physical Science Core Course) An introduction to the study of the material world from a conceptual, model-building viewpoint. Topics include: elements and compounds, atomic composition and electronic structure, bonding and molecular structure, physical properties, thermodynamics and reaction kinetics. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. Additional charges may apply; please contact the instructor for information. *Prerequisites: high school chemistry and algebra. *Corequisite: CH 105L. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. Fall semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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NPS FUNDAMENTALS OF CHEMISTRY: INTRODUCTION TO MOLECULAR SCIENCE

4.00 credits. (Natural and Physical Science Core Course) An introduction to the study of the material world from a conceptual, model-building viewpoint. Topics include: elements and compounds, atomic composition and electronic structure, bonding and molecular structure, physical properties, thermodynamics and reaction kinetics. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. Additional charges may apply; please contact the instructor for information. *Prerequisites: high school chemistry and algebra. *Corequisite: CH 105L. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. Fall semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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NPS FUNDAMENTALS OF CHEMISTRY LAB MOLECULAR SCIENCE

0.00 credit. Lab to accompany CH105. *Corequisite: CH 105.

Credit Type: Not Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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NPS FUNDAMENTALS OF CHEMISTRY LAB MOLECULAR SCIENCE

0.00 credit. Lab to accompany CH105. *Corequisite: CH 105.

Credit Type: Not Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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NPS FUNDAMENTALS OF CHEMISTRY LAB MOLECULAR SCIENCE

0.00 credit. Lab to accompany CH105. *Corequisite: CH 105.

Credit Type: Not Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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NPS FUNDAMENTALS OF CHEMISTRY LAB MOLECULAR SCIENCE

0.00 credit. Lab to accompany CH105. *Corequisite: CH 105.

Credit Type: Not Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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NPS FUNDAMENTALS OF CHEMISTRY LAB MOLECULAR SCIENCE

0.00 credit. Lab to accompany CH105. *Corequisite: CH 105.

Credit Type: Not Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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LABORATORY METHODS IN CHEMISTRY

2.00 credits. This course presents a number of laboratory techniques that are used in many of the upper-level chemistry (and other science) courses. These techniques include: keeping a laboratory notebook, making careful volumetric and gravimetric measurements, performing statistical analysis and writing a report. *Prerequisite(s): CH 105. Hours: lecture 1, laboratory 3. Fall semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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METHODS IN CHEMISTRY LABORATORY

0.00 credit. Laboratory for Methods in Chemistry. *Corequisite: CH 201.

Credit Type: Not Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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METHODS IN CHEMISTRY LABORATORY

0.00 credit. Laboratory for Methods in Chemistry. *Corequisite: CH 201.

Credit Type: Not Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II

3.00 credits. A continuation of CH 113, that builds on the principles of structure and reactivity from kinetic, thermodynamic, stereochemical, and mechanistic viewpoints. An emphasis will be placed on synthesis and reaction mechanism with a focus on the chemistry of aromatic compounds and the carbonyl group. The importance of organic compounds across disciplines and in everyday life will be emphasized. *Prerequisite(s): a grade of C- or above in CH 113. Hours: lecture 3. Fall semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SYNTHESIS LAB

2.00 credits. Synthesis spans the sub-disciplines of chemistry and offers the power to build molecules for unlimited applications. This laboratory course focuses on chemical transformations with the goal of making relevant and useful products. In the course, students will build upon both knowledge and synthetic techniques learned in prior courses to perform multi-step synthesis, purification, and chemical analysis of products. There will be an emphasis on reaction optimization and a variety of chemical and spectroscopic characterization methods will be employed. *Prerequisite(s): C- or higher in CH 213. Hours: Laboratory 3.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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INDEPENDENT RESEARCH IN CHEMISTRY

Variable (1.00 to 3.00) credit(s). An independent experimental or theoretical investigation under the close supervision of a faculty member and designed specifically for students who are too early in their course work to begin CH 491, CH 490, or CH 471. *Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. Register by Instructor. Fall semester. This course is repeatable for credit.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

Course Reminder:Register By Instructor

INDEPENDENT RESEARCH IN CHEMISTRY

Variable (1.00 to 3.00) credit(s). An independent experimental or theoretical investigation under the close supervision of a faculty member and designed specifically for students who are too early in their course work to begin CH 491, CH 490, or CH 471. *Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. Register by Instructor. Fall semester. This course is repeatable for credit.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

Course Reminder:Register By Instructor

BIOCHEMISTRY I

3.00 credits. The integration of principles introduced in previous courses, including general biology, general chemistry, and organic chemistry, applied towards an understanding of living matter. Structures, functions, and metabolism of the major classes of biomolecules are emphasized. *Prerequisite(s): BIO 111, CH 213, and an additional 200-level biology or chemistry and biochemistry program course. Fall semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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CHEMISTRY SEMINAR I

1.00 credit. Part of a two-semester seminar sequence, CH 395 challenges students to critically evaluate how chemistry is communicated to a range of audiences through the written and spoken word. In addition to completing a major writing piece, students are required to deliver at least one oral presentation, as well as attend and evaluate the oral presentations of their peers. Hours: seminar 1. Fall semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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ADVANCED INORGANIC CHEMISTRY

2.00 credits. A study of the elements and their compounds based upon atomic and molecular structure. *Prerequisite(s): CH 242. Hours: lecture 3. Fall semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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RESEARCH IN CHEMISTRY

Variable (1.00 to 4.00) credit(s). An original experiment or theoretical investigation under the close supervision of a faculty member. Experimental design and a written report are required. Signature Learning Experience: Supervised Research. Register by Instructor. This course is repeatable for credit. Fall semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

Course Reminder:Register By Instructor

RESEARCH IN CHEMISTRY

Variable (1.00 to 4.00) credit(s). An original experiment or theoretical investigation under the close supervision of a faculty member. Experimental design and a written report are required. Signature Learning Experience: Supervised Research. Register by Instructor. This course is repeatable for credit. Fall semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

Course Reminder:Register By Instructor

CHEMISTRY SEMINAR III

1.00 credit. Part of a two-semester seminar sequence, CH 495 challenges students to critically evaluate how chemistry is communicated to a range of audiences through the written and spoken word. In addition to completing a major writing piece, students are required to deliver at least one oral presentation, as well as attend and evaluate the oral presentations of their peers. Hours: seminar 1. Signature Learning Experience: Capstone Experience. Fall semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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INTRO TO COMMUNICATIONS

4.00 credits. In this course students study communication as a field of study focusing both on human and mediated communication (news, persuasion, entertainment). As theories provide the means to understand, explain, predict and implement communication processes and events. This course will also expose students to significant media history to inform the current applications of media in society, business and mass communication environments. *This course is required of all Communications majors and minors.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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VISUAL COMMUNICATIONS

4.00 credits. In this course students study the design, theory and development of production in visual communication including digital photography, new media design and basic print design principles. Students will apply aesthetics and concepts learned to the production of visual media projects. *Prerequisite(s): Declared or intended communications major or declared communications minor or permission of the instructor.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

Course Reminder:Majors and Minors only

CE DIGITAL PHOTOGRAPHY (ART 145)

4.00 credits. (Creative Expression Core Course) This is a course in beginning digital photography. Photography will be dealt with as a photojournalistic form and an art form. No prior knowledge or experience in the arts or photography is expected. Demonstrations and supervised lab periods will be used to instruct students in basic camera and Photoshop techniques of digital photography. Individual and group critiques/discussions of student photography will be held. Discussion of photographic history, criticism and aesthetics will be used to help the student understand class projects and to increase appreciation of photographic traditions and contemporary trends.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 90.00

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SSC MEDIA, SPORTS, AND SOCIETY

4.00 credits. (Social Sciences Core Course) This course is designed to help students more critically view the role of sport media in American culture. The influence of/relationship between sport media and issues such as race, gender, sexuality (homophobia), nationalism, capitalism/consumerism, violence and civic life will be examined. Issues in relation to journalism ethics and the production of sport media also will be examined.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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PRESENTATION SKILLS

4.00 credits. Students become proficient at translating the written word into a professional oral performance. Exercises and projects develop competence in a variety of areas. This course is an advanced professional speaking course, which allows students to experience various presentation formats with the focus on one organization. *Prerequisite(s): COM 120.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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MULTIMEDIA JOURNALISM (EN 211)

4.00 credits. In this course students study the application and importance of clear, logical writing necessary for success in print, broadcast and online project management. Grammar, language skills and Associated Press style will be introduced and refined. *Prerequisite(s): COM 120.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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VIDEO PRODUCTION

4.00 credits. The technical and aesthetic fundamentals of the television industry and video production fields are explored in this course, including an advanced examination of writing and production materials for television/video programming. Through the development of analytical, technical and critical skills, the student will become knowledgeable in writing and producing a complete range of video projects. Students are required to purchase production materials for the course. *Prerequisite(s): COM 120 and COM 130.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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HUM FILM STUDIES

4.00 credits. (Humanities Core Course) This course is an introduction to cinema studies including the history of cinema, methodologies of filmmaking and criticism, and critical analysis of film. Throughout the semester, students will learn to actively watch and analyze a variety of films, as well as the general application of critical film analysis. the history of film from the early experimental films produced at the turn of the century through the rise of the “Studio System,” alternative cinema and “New Hollywood,” and contemporary filmmaking. Major film theories and theorists will be explored contemporaneously and critically analyzed.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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BROADCAST NEWS

4.00 credits. This course serves as an introduction to the styles and techniques of writing for the broadcast media. Emphasis is given to conceptualizing, writing and editing news copy for television and radio. *Prerequisites: COM 211, COM 220 and COM 230.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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ORGANIZATIONAL COMMUNICATION

4.00 credits. Through theory, application and practice, this course explores aspects of organizational communication in order to prepare students for the challenges of organized activity at work, in the community, and in the family. *Prerequisite(s): COM 120.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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HONORS IN THE DISCIPLINE I

2.00 credits. Communications majors of superior ability are invited to explore a topic of their choosing and produce a major work in consultation with the student's honors committee. A public oral presentation of the work is also expected.*Prerequisite(s): Communications majors with a GPA of at least 3.6 in the major and 3.5 overall by the end of the fall semester of their junior year. By invitation only. Signature Learning Experience: Supervised Research. Register by Instructor.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

Course Reminder:Register By Instructor

COMMUNICATIONS CAPSTONE

4.00 credits. A capstone course providing an integration of course work, knowledge, skills and experiential learning to enable the student to demonstrate a broad mastery of professional expectations for a promise of initial employability, further learning and career advancement. Critical thinking, creative thinking, problem-solving strategies, effective written and oral communication, quantitative and qualitative analysis, computer literacy, library competency and mediated communication related to a student's concentration and specific career plans is employed. *Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and majors only. Signature Learning Experience: Capstone Experience. Register by Instructor.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

Course Reminder:Register By Instructor

NPS THE POWER AND BEAUTY OF COMPUTING

4.00 credits. (Natural and Physical Sciences Core Course) A broad introduction to the discipline of computer science is given with a focus on its deep concepts and powerful impact. An emphasis is placed on seven "big ideas" developed by the CS Principles initiative: creativity, abstraction, data, algorithms, programming, the Internet, and impact. Examples and problems are drawn from other scientific fields and include DNA processing, particle simulation, and projectile motion. Programming projects are done in the introductory Scratch language and Python.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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COMPUTER SCIENCE I

4.00 credits. The fundamental concepts of computer organization, machine-level representation of data, algorithmic development and structured programming are presented with an emphasis on the syntactic and execution characteristics of an object-oriented programming language, including data types; arithmetic operators and assignment; input/output, selection and iteration constructs; elementary data structures; and procedural abstraction.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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COMPUTER SCIENCE I

4.00 credits. The fundamental concepts of computer organization, machine-level representation of data, algorithmic development and structured programming are presented with an emphasis on the syntactic and execution characteristics of an object-oriented programming language, including data types; arithmetic operators and assignment; input/output, selection and iteration constructs; elementary data structures; and procedural abstraction.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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COMPUTER SCIENCE I

4.00 credits. The fundamental concepts of computer organization, machine-level representation of data, algorithmic development and structured programming are presented with an emphasis on the syntactic and execution characteristics of an object-oriented programming language, including data types; arithmetic operators and assignment; input/output, selection and iteration constructs; elementary data structures; and procedural abstraction.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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COMPUTER SCIENCE II

4.00 credits. A continuation of the presentation of the computer software essentials. The course surveys fundamental data structures for information processing and corresponding algorithm construction. The implementation of these data structures is considered. Additional topics include recursion, file processing, classes and advanced object-oriented programming techniques. *Prerequisite(s): CS 121.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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DATABASE SYSTEMS

4.00 credits. An introduction to concepts of databases and database management systems including the storage, processing, evaluation, display and security of data. The course represents a study of the database logical and physical design; of the basic management techniques using the most popular data languages, SQL and QBE; and of the different methodologies for database development - the relational approach and the object-oriented approach. Practical skills to create concrete databases and the corresponding information systems using some of the most used software products (Oracle, MS SQL Server, MySQL and MS Access) are considered. *Prerequisite(s): CS 121. Fall Semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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DATA STRUCTURES

4.00 credits. The design of algorithms for handling abstract data types, including stacks, queues, linked lists, trees and graphs is coupled with an introduction to complexity analysis, storage allocation and management. *Prerequisite(s): CS 122. Fall semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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WEB DEVELOPMENT

4.00 credits. A study of the architecture and functionality of the Internet and the World Wide Web is followed by an in-depth study of website design, including comprehensive coverage of HTML, XML, and other tools needed to establish an interactive website with a database back-end. Client-side programming will be done in JavaScript. Server-side programming will be done in a variety of languages that may include PHP, JSP, ASP.NET, or frameworks such as Rails. *Prerequisite(s): CS 122. Fall semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SOFTWARE ENGINEERING

4.00 credits. An introduction to software development methodologies including requirements specification, design, testing, maintenance, and documentation. Students will participate in a large software development project using version control software. *Prerequisite(s): CS 122. Signature Learning Experience: Capstone. Spring semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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COMPUTER SECURITY

4.00 credits. This course introduces the student to the fundamentals of computer security. Foundational concepts such as confidentiality, integrity, and availability are discussed in the context of both designing systems and evaluating existing systems for vulnerabilities. Cryptography is explored as a tool that can be applied to many aspects of computer security. Theoretical discussions of security principles are enriched by examples from real world systems and protocols. *Prerequisite(s): CS 122. Spring semesters, even years.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SEMINAR

1.00 credit. Professional skill development in areas such as resumes, cover letters, networking, interviewing and searching for a job or internship in computer science and related fields. Fall semester.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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PROJECTS IN COMPUTING

Variable (0.00 or 2.00 or 4.00) credits. A directed project or study requiring faculty acceptance of a proposal with a final report and defense of work. *Prerequisite(s): Senior status, or permission of the instructor. Signature Learning Experience: Supervised Research. Register by Instructor.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

Course Reminder:Register By Instructor

PROGRAMMING LANGUAGE DESIGN AND IMPLEMENTATION

4.00 credits. Design and construction of system software such as compilers, interpreters and assemblers. Topics include command and statement parsing techniques, symbol tables, code generation and code optimization. A project involving design and construction of a working systems program is assigned. *Prerequisite(s): CS 222. Fall semester, odd years.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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PROGRAMMING LANGUAGE DESIGN AND IMPLEMENTATION

4.00 credits. Design and construction of system software such as compilers, interpreters and assemblers. Topics include command and statement parsing techniques, symbol tables, code generation and code optimization. A project involving design and construction of a working systems program is assigned. *Prerequisite(s): CS 222. Fall semester, odd years.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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DATA MINING

4.00 credits. Data preprocessing and the analysis and application of data mining algorithms to various types of data. A particular emphasis is placed on applications to large data sets or databases, including processing on distributed systems. *Prerequisite(s): CS 209 and DS 200. Fall semester, even years.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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FOUNDATIONS OF TEACHING AND LEARNING

4.00 credits. This course is designed to introduce students to the philosophical, sociological, political and historical foundations of education and learning. The course emphasizes on the concepts, theories, and research on learning and the factors, including teaching, that influence learning. Fieldwork experience is required which will include a rotation of placements in early childhood, middle, and secondary levels, and will require an FBI Clearance, Criminal Record Clearance, Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance, and TB Test (fees).*Prerequisite(s): Education majors only. *Corequisite(s): ED 105L. A grade of C or better must be earned to continue in the program.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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FOUNDATIONS OF TEACHING AND LEARNING

4.00 credits. This course is designed to introduce students to the philosophical, sociological, political and historical foundations of education and learning. The course emphasizes on the concepts, theories, and research on learning and the factors, including teaching, that influence learning. Fieldwork experience is required which will include a rotation of placements in early childhood, middle, and secondary levels, and will require an FBI Clearance, Criminal Record Clearance, Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance, and TB Test (fees).*Prerequisite(s): Education majors only. *Corequisite(s): ED 105L. A grade of C or better must be earned to continue in the program.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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FOUNDATIONS OF TEACHING AND LEARNING LAB

0.00 credit. Lab for ED105. *Corequisite: ED 105.

Credit Type: Not Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

Course Reminder:

FOUNDATIONS OF TEACHING AND LEARNING LAB

0.00 credit. Lab for ED105. *Corequisite: ED 105.

Credit Type: Not Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

Course Reminder:

FOUNDATIONS OF TEACHING AND LEARNING LAB

0.00 credit. Lab for ED105. *Corequisite: ED 105.

Credit Type: Not Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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FOUNDATIONS OF TEACHING AND LEARNING LAB

0.00 credit. Lab for ED105. *Corequisite: ED 105.

Credit Type: Not Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT

4.00 credits. This course is designed to introduce students to the foundations of early childhood development. The course examines the concepts, theories, and research on child development. The course focuses on the typical and atypical physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and moral development of children between 0 and 9 years. Students will be introduced to different models and approaches in early childhood and developmentally appropriate practices. Field experience is required, which will require FBI Clearance, Criminal Record Clearance, Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance, and TB Test (fees). *Prerequisite(s): ED 105. *Corequisite(s): ED 150L. A grade of C or better must be earned to continue in the program.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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EARLY CHILDHOOD DEVELOPMENT LAB

0.00 credit. This course will familiarize pre-service teachers with the concepts, theories and research of cognition and learning during the early childhood period (0 to 9 years). The course emphasizes the study of theories of cognitive development and learning, constructivism, memory, higher-order thinking, motivation, individual differences and the application of these theories in the early childhood classroom. Includes field experience, which will require FBI Clearance, Criminal Record Clearance, and Pennsylvania Child Abuse Clearance (fees). *Corequisite: ED 150.

Credit Type: Not Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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INTEGRATED TECHNOLOGY

2.00 credits. An introductory study of current and emerging instructional media and technologies used across the grades and curricula. Organizing time and records through technology and computer-mediated communications, including basic multimedia presentation tools, are presented. Classroom-related features of Word and PowerPoint are practiced at an introductory level.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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INTEGRATED TECHNOLOGY

2.00 credits. An introductory study of current and emerging instructional media and technologies used across the grades and curricula. Organizing time and records through technology and computer-mediated communications, including basic multimedia presentation tools, are presented. Classroom-related features of Word and PowerPoint are practiced at an introductory level.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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CHILDREN/ADOLESCENT LITERATURE

2.00 credits. The course focuses on literacy genres and the work of well-known authors and illustrators and includes study of multicultural literature that represents diverse ethnic, linguistic, and cultural perspectives. Response to literature and selection of books for the classroom are emphasized. Course content is applicable for Early Childhood and Middle Level classrooms. *Prerequisite(s): ED 105, and ED 150 or ED 151 or formal acceptance into the Education Program is required.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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LANGUAGE AND LITERACY DEVELOPMENT IN EARLY CHILDHOOD

4.00 credits. This course focuses on the research-based principles and practices for language and literacy development of children ages birth to 9. Topics include language acquisition, reading and writing development, and strategies for teaching comprehension, fluency, word study and vocabulary in the early grades (PK through fourth). Requires field experience. *Prerequisite(s): ED 105, and ED 150 or ED 151 or formal acceptance into the Education Program required. *Corequisite(s): ED 250L.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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LANGUAGE AND LITERACY DEVELOPMENT IN EARLY CHILDHOOD LAB

0.00 credits. Lab for ED 250. *Corequisite: ED 250.

Credit Type: Not Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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EDUCATIONAL ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION

4.00 credits. Examines current issues, trends and practices in educational assessment. Emphasizes the study of different assessment and evaluation procedures in the early childhood, elementary and secondary classroom. Explores a variety of traditional and innovative approaches to assessment of student learning and development. *Prerequisite(s): ED 105 and ED 150 or ED 151 or Formal acceptance into Education Program required.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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EDUCATIONAL ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION OF ENGLISH LEARNERS

2.00 credits. Examines current issues, trends and practices in educational assessment of English Learners. Emphasizes the study of different assessment and evaluation procedures for English Learners in the early childhood, elementary and secondary classroom. Emphasis placed on the development, implementation, and analysis of assessment methods designed specifically for English Learners, as well as designing accommodations for existing assessment tools to meet the needs of English Learners. Identification and education of English Learners with specific learning disabilities will be explored. *Prerequisite(s): ED 258.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SOCIAL STUDIES METHODS OF SECONDARY EDUCATION

4.00 credits. A study of the instructional methodology of an academic discipline with emphasis upon literacy strategies, reading in the content, and assessment. Students complete a field experience component which explores these practices under the guidance of a clinical professor in the academic major (e.g., science, English, mathematics, social studies) for grades 7-12. *Prerequisite(s): ED 150 or ED 151. Formal acceptance into Education Program required. Register by Instructor.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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MATH METHODS OF SECONDARY EDUCATION

4.00 credits. A study of the instructional methodology of an academic discipline with emphasis upon literacy strategies, reading in the content, and assessment. Students complete a field experience component which explores these practices under the guidance of a clinical professor in the academic major (e.g., science, English, mathematics, social studies) for grades 7-12. *Prerequisite(s): ED 150 or ED 151. Formal acceptance into Education Program required. Register by Instructor.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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ENGLISH METHODS OF SECONDARY EDUCATION

4.00 credits. A study of the instructional methodology of an academic discipline with emphasis upon literacy strategies, reading in the content, and assessment. Students complete a field experience component which explores these practices under the guidance of a clinical professor in the academic major (e.g., science, English, mathematics, social studies) for grades 7-12. *Prerequisite(s): ED 150 or ED 151. Formal acceptance into Education Program required. Register by Instructor.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SCIENCE METHODS OF SECONDARY EDUCATION

4.00 credits. A study of the instructional methodology of an academic discipline with emphasis upon literacy strategies, reading in the content, and assessment. Students complete a field experience component which explores these practices under the guidance of a clinical professor in the academic major (e.g., science, English, mathematics, social studies) for grades 7-12. *Prerequisite(s): ED 150 or ED 151. Formal acceptance into Education Program required. Register by Instructor.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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METHODS OF MODERN LANGUAGE EDUCATION PK-12

4.00 credits. A study of the instructional methodology of an academic discipline with emphasis upon literacy strategies, reading in the content, and assessment. Students complete a field experience component which explores these practices under the guidance of a clinical professor in the academic major (e.g. Spanish) in the PK-12 continuum. *Prerequisite(s): ED 150 or ED 151. Formal acceptance into Education Program required. Fall semester. Register by Instructor.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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METHODS FOR TEACHING SCIENCE AND HEALTH IN EARLY CHILDHOOD

4.00 credits. A study of science processes in an early childhood school program and the utilization of multiple resources, organization, management, evaluation, instructional strategies, and integration of science and health in the early childhood program. Field experience is required. *Prerequisite(s): ED 250 and ED 258. *Corequisite(s): ED 335, ED 345 and ED 365. Formal acceptance into Education Program required. Register by Instructor.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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METHODS FOR TEACHING SCIENCE AND HEALTH IN ELEMENTARY/MIDDLE LEVEL

4.00 credits. This course provides for the study of science processes at the middle school level (fourth through eighth grades), with emphasis upon the utilization of multiple resources, organization, classroom management, instructional strategies and assessment. Field experience is required. *Corequisite(s): ED 336, ED 346, and ED 366. Formal acceptance into Education Program required.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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METHODS FOR TEACHING MATHEMATICS IN EARLY CHILDHOOD

4.00 credits. A study of how children develop a background of understanding and skill in mathematics in Pre-K to fourth grade, concentrating on the development of problem-solving, reasoning, and communication skills in mathematics, and connecting mathematics and the real world. Additional focus will be on organization for instruction, alternative means of evaluation, and teaching special needs and at-risk students. Field experience is required. *Prerequisite(s): ED 250 and ED 258. *Corequisite(s): ED 325, ED 345 and ED 365. Formal acceptance into Education Program required. Register by Instructor.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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METHODS FOR TEACHING MATHEMATICS IN ELEMENTARY/MIDDLE LEVEL

4.00 credits. A study of how children develop a background of understanding and skill in mathematics in fourth through eighth grades with emphasis on problem-solving, reasoning and communication skills. Additional focus will be on organization for instruction, teaching methods, accommodations and alternative strategies. *Corequisite(s): ED 326, ED 346 and ED 366. Formal acceptance into Education Program required. Register by Instructor.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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ELL: LINGUISTIC AND CULTURAL DIVERSITY IN THE CLASSROOM

4.00 credits. This course introduces future teachers to the special linguistic and cultural educational needs of English language learners (ELL). Aspects of cross-linguistic and cross-cultural knowledge will be studied as well as methods of instruction that focus on the language needs and background knowledge of the ELL. Theory and practices of current ELL programs will also be examined. Twenty hours of field experience required (i.e., 2 hours per week for 10 weeks). *Prerequisite(s): ED 105, and ED 150 or ED 151. *Corequisite(s): ED 341L. Formal acceptance into Education Program required.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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ELL: LINGUISTIC AND CULTURAL DIVERSITY LAB

0.00 credit. Lab for ED 341. *Corequisite: ED 341.

Credit Type: Not Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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METHODS FOR TEACHING READING AND WRITING IN EARLY CHILDHOOD

4.00 credits. This course furthers the study of literacy theories and research-based practices presented in ED 250. This course explores approaches to teaching reading and writing in the primary grades and examines the construction of rich literacy environment in culturally, linguistically, and socio-economically diverse classrooms. Course content focuses on instructional strategies, curriculum design and implementation, and assessment and evaluation. Field experience is required for Methods Block. Field experience is required. *Prerequisite(s): ED 250 and ED 258. *Corequisite(s): ED 325, ED 335 and ED 365. Formal acceptance into Education Program required. Register by Instructor.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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METHODS FOR TEACHING READING AND WRITING IN ELEMENTARY/MIDDLE LEVEL

4.00 credits. This course furthers the study of literacy theories and research-based practices presented in ED 352 Literacy Assessment, Instruction and Intervention in Elem/Middle Level. This course explores approaches to teaching reading and writing in the elementary/middle grades and examines the construction of a rich literacy environment in culturally, linguistically, and socio-economically diverse classrooms. Course content focuses on instructional strategies, curriculum design and implementation, and assessment and evaluation. Field experience is required. *Prerequisite(s): ED 258. *Corequisite(s): ED 326, ED 336 and ED 366. Formal acceptance into Education Program required. Register by Instructor.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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CULTURAL DIVERSITY: AWARENESS, RELEVANCE, AND RESPONSIVENESS

4.00 credits. This course provides for the exploration and understanding of cultural diversity, particularly as related to historical, current, and future cultural diversification of the American school system. Aspects of different cultures, including beliefs, behaviors, values, and attitudes, will be compared and contrasted in relation to planning culturally relevant and responsive curriculum and instruction. Theories and programs of multicultural education will be explored. *Prerequisite(s): ED 341.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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INTEGRATED STRATEGIES FOR CREATIVE EXPRESSION IN EARLY CHILDHOOD

4.00 credits. This course is designed to familiarize students with the creative, self-expression and problem-solving skills among children in early childhood settings. Students will explore creative learning theories and research and focus on developmentally appropriate curriculum strategies in all developmental domains. This course emphasizes strategies to develop, implement and evaluate activities in the environment that encourages and supports creative self-expression and problem solving in children. *Prerequisite(s): ED 250. Formal acceptance into the Education Program required.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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METHODS FOR TEACHING ENGLISH LEARNERS: CULTURAL AND LINGUISTIC

4.00 credits. This course provides for the planning, implementation, and evaluation of developmentally appropriate educational programs for English Learners (ELs). English Learners represent an extremely diverse group of students, linguistically and culturally, and are at diverse levels of English proficiency, therefore it is important that teachers have the knowledge and skills needed to create programs that are developmentally appropriate for the diversity of English Learners in our schools. This course will focus on theoretical and practical considerations of planning, implementing, and evaluating educational programs for English Learners. *Prerequisite(s): ED 341.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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METHODS FOR TEACHING SOCIAL STUDIES IN EARLY CHILDHOOD

4.00 credits. A study of content, teaching strategies, materials, organizing approaches and curricula for teaching social studies at the early elementary level (PK through fourth grade). Students will be required to complete a field experience component, documented by a journal. *Prerequisite(s): ED 250 and ED 258. *Corequisite(s): ED 325, ED 335 and ED 345. Formal acceptance into Education Program required.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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METHODS FOR TEACHING SOCIAL STUDIES IN ELEMENTARY/MIDDLE LEVEL

4.00 credits. This course will examine the content, teaching strategies, materials, organizing approaches and curricula for teaching social studies at the middle school level (fourth through eighth grades). Students will be required to complete a field experience component, documented by a journal. *Corequisite(s): ED 326, ED 336 and ED 346. Formal acceptance into Education Program required. Register by Instructor.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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TEACHING ENGLISH LEARNERS PRACTICUM

2.00 credits. This practicum-based course provides for a structured field placement in conjunction with an online seminar in which students will: 1) conduct in-depth observations of English Learners (ELs) and 2) plan, implement, and evaluate educational programming for English Learners. Special attention will be placed on the relationship of curriculum, pedagogy, and assessment in planning educational programming. Instructional materials and strategies will be based on multicultural education and language learning theory to develop appropriate methodology to use with culturally and linguistically diverse students at varying levels of English proficiency. Sixty hours of field experience are required. *Prerequisite(s): Formal Acceptance and ED 341. *Corequisite(s): ED 398 L.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SENIOR PROJECT IN EDUCATION

2.00 credits. Students participating in the Program's Honors in the Discipline Program may register for this course during semesters in which research or writing for their project is being completed. Recognition for Honors in the Discipline is not assured by completion of this course. See the Dean for additional information. *Prerequisite(s): invitation to Honors in the Discipline Program. Signature Learning Experience: Supervised Research. Register by Instructor. This course is repeatable for credit.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SENIOR PROJECT IN EDUCATION

Variable credits. Students participating in the Program's Honors in the Discipline Program may register for this course during semesters in which research or writing for their project is being completed. Recognition for Honors in the Discipline is not assured by completion of this course. See the Dean for additional information. *Prerequisite(s): invitation to Honors in the Discipline Program. Signature Learning Experience: Supervised Research. Register by Instructor. This course is repeatable for a maximum of 4 credits.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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PROFESSIONAL INTERNSHIP: ERLY CHLD

12.00 credits. Supervised student teaching for a full semester at the level of certification (Early Childhood, Elementary/Middle, dual certification in Special Education, or Secondary Education). A maximum of twelve credit hours from Education 470 may count toward the education major. Additional credits count as free electives. *Prerequisites: completion of all program requirements with Education prefixes and cumulative grade point average required at the time of full admission to the program and corequisites: ED 495, 496, or 497. Signature Learning Experience: Field Placement. Graded Pass/No Pass. Course fees. Register by Instructor.

Credit Type: Pass/No Pass

Additional Fees: 0.00

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PROFESSIONAL INTERNSHIP: ELEM/MDDLE

12.00 credits. Supervised student teaching for a full semester at the level of certification (Early Childhood, Elementary/Middle, dual certification in Special Education, or Secondary Education). A maximum of twelve credit hours from Education 470 may count toward the education major. Additional credits count as free electives. *Prerequisites: completion of all program requirements with Education prefixes and cumulative grade point average required at the time of full admission to the program and corequisites: ED 495, 496, or 497. Signature Learning Experience: Field Placement. Graded Pass/No Pass. Course fees. Register by Instructor.

Credit Type: Pass/No Pass

Additional Fees: 0.00

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PROFESSIONAL INTERNSHIP: ENGLISH

12.00 credits. Supervised student teaching for a full semester at the level of certification (Early Childhood, Elementary/Middle, dual certification in Special Education, or Secondary Education). A maximum of twelve credit hours from Education 470 may count toward the education major. Additional credits count as free electives. *Prerequisites: completion of all program requirements with Education prefixes and cumulative grade point average required at the time of full admission to the program and corequisites: ED 495, 496, or 497. Signature Learning Experience: Field Placement. Graded Pass/No Pass. Course fees. Register by Instructor.

Credit Type: Pass/No Pass

Additional Fees: 0.00

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PROFESSIONAL INTERNSHIP: MATH

12.00 credits. Supervised student teaching for a full semester at the level of certification (Early Childhood, Elementary/Middle, dual certification in Special Education, or Secondary Education). A maximum of twelve credit hours from Education 470 may count toward the education major. Additional credits count as free electives. *Prerequisites: completion of all program requirements with Education prefixes and cumulative grade point average required at the time of full admission to the program and corequisites: ED 495, 496, or 497. Signature Learning Experience: Field Placement. Graded Pass/No Pass. Course fees. Register by Instructor.

Credit Type: Pass/No Pass

Additional Fees: 0.00

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PROFESSIONAL INTERNSHIP: SCIENCE

12.00 credits. Supervised student teaching for a full semester at the level of certification (Early Childhood, Elementary/Middle, dual certification in Special Education, or Secondary Education). A maximum of twelve credit hours from Education 470 may count toward the education major. Additional credits count as free electives. *Prerequisites: completion of all program requirements with Education prefixes and cumulative grade point average required at the time of full admission to the program and corequisites: ED 495, 496, or 497. Signature Learning Experience: Field Placement. Graded Pass/No Pass. Course fees. Register by Instructor.

Credit Type: Pass/No Pass

Additional Fees: 0.00

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PROFESSIONAL INTERNSHIP: SOCIAL STU

12.00 credits. Supervised student teaching for a full semester at the level of certification (Early Childhood, Elementary/Middle, dual certification in Special Education, or Secondary Education). A maximum of twelve credit hours from Education 470 may count toward the education major. Additional credits count as free electives. *Prerequisites: completion of all program requirements with Education prefixes and cumulative grade point average required at the time of full admission to the program and corequisites: ED 495, 496, or 497. Signature Learning Experience: Field Placement. Graded Pass/No Pass. Course fees. Register by Instructor.

Credit Type: Pass/No Pass

Additional Fees: 0.00

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PROFESSIONAL INTERNSHIP: ART

12.00 credits. Supervised student teaching for a full semester at the level of certification (Early Childhood, Elementary/Middle, dual certification in Special Education, or Secondary Education). A maximum of twelve credit hours from Education 470 may count toward the education major. Additional credits count as free electives. *Prerequisites: completion of all program requirements with Education prefixes and cumulative grade point average required at the time of full admission to the program and corequisites: ED 495, 496, or 497. Signature Learning Experience: Field Placement. Course Fees. Graded Pass/No Pass. Register by Instructor.

Credit Type: Pass/No Pass

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SENIOR SEMINAR FOR EARLY CHILDHOOD

4.00 credits. A study of professional and ethical practices, family and community relationships, and special education issues in early childhood. (PK-4th grade). Particular emphasis will be given to the laws, procedures, and codes of conduct that guide practice, collaboration with diverse families, advocacy for the rights of children and their families, and support for the transition of children to new educational settings. *Corequisite(s): ED 470. Signature Learning Experience: Capstone Experience. Register by Instructor.

Credit Type: Letter Graded

Additional Fees: 0.00

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SENIOR SEMINAR FOR ELEMENTARY/ MIDDLE LEVEL