Undergraduate Courses

Accounting

Courses

All courses are 3 credit hours unless otherwise specified.

AC 205 Introduction to Accounting I - Financial Accounting

Introduction to accounting concepts and the elements of financial statements. Includes basic accounting vocabulary, analysis of business transactions from an accounting viewpoint, how to recognize, record, and classify new accounting data. Emphasis is placed on corporate accounting. Introductory financial statement analysis and interpretation are covered.

AC 206 Introduction to Accounting II - Managerial Accounting

Fundamentals of managerial accounting for accounting and non-accounting majors. Covers accounting and decision-making, cost concepts, classifications, and behavior; short-term, long-term, strategic, and operational planning; responsibility accounting; and control of cost centers. Prerequisite: AC 205.

AC 295/395 Independent Study in Accounting

Requires faculty approval.1 to 3 hours

AC 299/499 Topics in Accounting

Exploration of special topics not treated or treated briefly in other courses. Titles of courses offered will be listed in the schedules for the sessions offered.

AC 311 Intermediate Accounting I

Designed for students pursuing accounting or business careers. For those interested in gaining a more thorough knowledge of accounting principles and procedures to analyze financial data. Topics include concepts of future and present value, conceptual framework of accounting, study of cash and receivables, inventory measurement and valuation, and tangible operational assets as well as intangible assets. Prerequisites: AC 205, CIS 101.

AC 312 Intermediate Accounting II

Concentration on accounting for income recognition, short-term and long-term liabilities, corporate formation, shareholder equity and retained earnings, investments, and income taxes. Prerequisite: AC 311.

AC 321 Cost Accounting I

Theory and practice of cost accounting, including cost accounting systems, responsibility accounting, job costing, process costing, variable costing, budgeting, cost variance, cost behavior analysis and decision-making processes. Prerequisites: AC 206, CIS 101.

AC 322 Cost Accounting II

Continuation of AC 321, further study of cost accounting principles. Includes standard cost systems, decision-making under uncertainty, quantitative methods, and performance evaluation techniques. Prerequisites: AC 321, MA 141, CIS 101.

AC 331 Income Tax Accounting

Federal income tax provisions and procedures, including concepts of income tax determination in federal income tax regulations; problems of computing gross income, deductions and losses, alternative minimum tax and tax credits, non-taxable exchanges, capital gains and losses, tax liability and preparation of tax returns. Prerequisite: AC 206.

AC 341 Accounting Information Systems

Introduction to a systems view of accounting through accounting information systems (AIS). Exploration of changing AIS from manually based systems to computer-based systems, including understanding of the technology used in AIS. Students will examine the process of developing information systems and develop knowledge of computer-based control and audit issues. Includes study of the five cycles of AIS and how the cycles are implemented in computer-based systems. Prerequisites: AC 206, CIS 101.

AC 410 Intermediate and Advanced Topics in Financial Accounting

Special topics in financial accounting. The course covers such topics as pensions, leases, derivatives, accounting changes and error correction, partnership accounting, estates and trusts, bankruptcy and corporate reorganizations. Prerequisite: AC 312.

AC 416 Advanced Accounting Problems I

Special topics in financial accounting: consolidation of corporate financial statements, branch accounting; accounting theory relative to consolidated financial statements; foreign currency transactions; and translation of foreign financial statements. Prerequisite: AC 410.

AC 418 Accounting Theory

The impact of accounting theory on past and current practices. Emphasis will be on accounting concepts including those as outlined through the conceptual framework, APB No 4 and ASOBAT. Also includes policy-making process and contemporary accounting issues. Prerequisite: 18 credit hours of accounting to include AC 312.

AC 432 Advanced Tax Accounting

Introduction to business income tax procedures for partnerships and corporations. Also covers taxation of estates and trusts. Research of tax law and application of research to case situation is also emphasized. Prerequisite: Three credit hours of taxation.

AC 442 Financial Auditing

Audit philosophy, techniques, professional ethics through auditing standards and procedures with emphasis on developing evidential matter, internal control evaluation and audit reports. Also covers professional ethics and legal liability. Prerequisite: 15 credit hours of accounting to include AC 312.

AC 443 Advanced Auditing

Designed to examine topics beyond those covered in basic auditing classes. In-depth study of current standards of practice in areas of financial auditing, EDP auditing, internal auditing, governmental auditing, and other attestation engagements. Also emphasizes the legal, ethical and regulatory environment of auditing and theoretical issues. Prerequisite: AC 442.

AC 452 Accounting for Governmental and Non-Profit Entities

Governmental accounting and the various funds associated with non-profit enterprises. Study of accounting techniques as applied to governmental units, public school systems, colleges and universities, hospitals, voluntary health and welfare organizations, and other non-profit organizations. Prerequisite: AC 312.

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Anthropology

Courses

Unless noted, all courses are 3 credit hours.

AN 101 Introduction to Anthropology

Introduction to the scientific and humanistic study of the human species. The course focuses on the following four dimensions of anthropology: Cultural Anthropology examines cultural diversity of the present and recent past; Archaeology reconstructs past behavior by studying material remains; Biological Anthropology focuses on the study of human fossils, genetics, bodily growth and nonhuman primates; Linguistic Anthropology considers how speech varies with social factors and over time.

AN 331 Cultural Anthropology

Study of contemporary and historically recent human societies and cultures. The main focus is on studying the ways of living of particular groups, comparing diverse cultures to one another to look for universal principles in human culture, to understand how various dimensions of human life-economics, family, religion, art, communications, etc.- relate to one another in different cultures, and to try to understand the causes and consequences of cultural change. Major requirement for a B.A. in Sociology. Prerequisite: SO 101 or written permission of the instructor.

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Art

Courses

Unless noted, all courses are 3 credit hours.

AR 101 Survey of Art to 1400

Surveys the major developments in painting, sculpture, and architecture in the Western world, including Stone Age, Mesopotamia, Egypt, Aegean, Greek, Roman, Early Christian, Byzantine, Migration, Romanesque, and Gothic.

AR 102 Survey of Art since 1400

Surveys the major developments in painting, sculpture, and architecture in the Western world, including Early and High Renaissance in Italy and the North; Baroque; Rococo; 19th century Romanticism, Realism, Impressionism, and Post-Impressionism; and into the 20th century.

AR 111 Introduction to Drawing

Acquaints the beginning art student with media and techniques of drawing and explores the concept of composition.

AR 112 Art Fundamentals: Design

Introduction to design, emphasizing manipulation of the basic design elements.

AR 185 Art of the Western World

Introductory-level self-study course that includes video presentations in which art works filmed on location are explained by internationally renowned scholars. It covers from ancient Greece to the present through selected works of art and architecture that visually summarize Western tradition.

AR 199 Topics in Art

Exploration of particular topics in art history, studio or art theory and criticism which are not explored or are explored only briefly in other courses. Specific topics offered under this heading are listed in the course schedules for the sessions in which they are offered.

AR 203 Introduction to Papermaking

Introduction to the history and preparation of Western handmade paper. Covers methods of sheet formation, hand manipulation, casting, and colorants. Not offered every year.

AR 204 Introduction to Painting

Exploration of oil or acrylic media using traditional and experimental techniques. Color theory and basic technique create a platform for independent projects and the inherent potential for self-expression. Covers preparation of canvas and other painting supports.

AR 205 Introduction to Watercolor

Basic technique and color theory and completion of several images during the term. Explores paper stretching, mixed media, diverse subjects, and narrative.

AR 206 Introduction to Sculpture

General study of three-dimensional composition addressing both process and idea.

AR 207 Introduction to Printmaking

Introduction to the basic printmaking techniques as fine arts media. Studio problems in either relief and etching or relief and lithography.

AR 208 Introduction to Ceramics

Basic hand-building and wheel-throwing techniques emphasizing development of shape and surface treatments.

AR 209 Introduction to Life Drawing

Drawing from live models, with emphasis on proportion, contour, and gesture. Prerequisite: AR 111.

AR 210 Introduction to Artistic Photography

Introduction to the use of the adjustable 35mm camera, film development, enlarged printmaking, matting, and framing. Attention is given to the technical fundamentals for the purpose of understanding the expressive qualities of the artistic black and white photograph. Special emphasis is given to the creative process in photography.

AR 221 Intermediate Drawing

Emphasis on experimentation with materials, techniques, and ideas, with emphasis on expressiveness and originality. Prerequisite: AR 111.

AR 303 Intermediate Papermaking

Further exploration of the technical processes and creative possibilities of handmade paper. Students investigate innovative approaches to papermaking as a means of personal expression. Prerequisite: AR 203. Not offered every year.

AR 304 Intermediate Painting

Exploration of traditional media continues with an emphasis on self-expression. Independent projects allow students flexibility in style and content. Students work with the instructor to discuss progress and technical problems. Prerequisite: AR 204.

AR 306 Intermediate Sculpture

Emphasis on mold-making, bronze-casting, and carving permanent materials, with individual aesthetic development. Prerequisite: AR 206.

AR 307 Intermediate Printmaking

More advanced studio experience in relief, lithography, or intaglio processes. Prerequisite: AR 207.

AR 308 Intermediate Ceramics

Emphasis on wheel-throwing, glaze formulation, and kiln operations, with individual aesthetic development. Prerequisite: AR 208.

AR 309 Intermediate Life Drawing

Emphasis on media development and creativity using a model. Prerequisite: AR 209.

AR 310 Intermediate Artistic Photography

More advanced work in photographic techniques with emphasis on individual development. Prerequisite: AR 210.

AR 318 The Art and Architecture of Christianity

Introduction to the principal phases and significant examples of art and architecture created by and for the followers of the Christian faith from the Early Church to the present. Seminar format, with emphasis on discussion and reports on out-of-class tours and church experiences. This course must be taken in conjunction with PH 318. Not offered every year.

AR 320 Ancient Art: Tombs and Treasures

A study of visual art in the ancient world, with emphasis on Ancient Egyptian architecture, painting, sculpture, and the minor arts. The course examines why the Egyptians invested such wealth and effort in the production of art and ways in which social, religious and historical changes relate to change in that art. Not offered every year.

AR 321 Advanced Drawing

Develops personal style, emphasizing technical ability and a high degree of expression. Prerequisite: AR 221.

AR 322 Classical Art: Greece and Rome

Study of architecture, painting, sculpture, and the minor arts of the ancient world. Includes the artistic achievements of Greece and Rome, such as the Parthenon, the Coliseum, and Pompeiian paintings, with emphasis on what they meant to their makers and what they mean to the Western world. Not offered every year.

AR 324 Art of the Middle Ages

History and analysis of architecture, painting, and sculpture in Europe from Early Christian times through the Gothic period (c. 200-1400). Examines symbolic and aesthetic qualities of buildings from the Early Christian basilica to the Gothic cathedral, including mosaics, sculpture, frescoes, and stained glass. Not offered every year.

AR 325 Intermediate Watercolor

Exploration of technique continues with independent projects. A variety of styles and subjects are possible, with an emphasis on content. A final portfolio represents progress over the course. Prerequisite: AR 205

AR 326 Masters of the Italian Renaissance

Study of the major artists and complex monuments of 15th and 16th century Italy. Examination of the decisive achievements of the great artists, including Botticelli, Da Vinci, Michelangelo, Bramante, Raphael, and Titian. Not offered every year.

AR 328 Modern Art: Painting and Sculpture

Historical analysis of art movements in the late 19th and the 20th centuries in Europe and the United States. Not offered every year.

AR 330 Modern Movements in Architecture

Survey of 20th century Western architecture through selected examples primarily from the United States and Europe. The course examines the growth of the modern tradition and major works by individual architects, including Le Corbusier, Wright, and Kahn, and includes outstanding recent achievements. Not offered every year.

AR 332 History of Graphic Design

A survey of graphic design from prehistory to today. The course emphasizes the evolution of graphic communication and places contemporary design in historical context.

AR 360 Grants Development and Administration

Examines grant support for artistic activities; covers historical and contemporary issues involved in public and private funding of the arts. The course involves developing an art related program, preparing a grant request, seeking funding sources, and creating a management plan for administration of the grant. Prerequisite: Art Major with upper-class standing.

AR 385 A World of Art: Works in Progress

Art appreciation self-study course designed to provide deeper insight into artists and their working process and, through that insight, a deeper understanding of the works of art themselves. Includes video presentations narrated by contemporary artists as they create works of art from conception to public reception. The course blends the traditional with the contemporary, as it includes examples of human visual expression over the ages.

AR 395 Independent Study in Art

Provides opportunities to explore a particular area of individual interest not otherwise offered at Bellevue University. The content is determined by the student and instructor in conference, and an individualized course of study developed. The course may be taken on the 200 or 300 level and will be registered as an Independent Study [IS] course. See Academic Information Section. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor and the Area Chair.

AR 399 Topics in Art

In-depth exploration of particular art historical subjects or studio media not explored or explored only briefly in other courses. Specific titles of courses offered under this heading are listed in the course schedules for the sessions during which they are offered.

AR 403 Advanced Papermaking

Advanced course in fine art papermaking. Emphasis is on individual aesthetic development as well as technical ability in more complex processes. Prerequisite: AR 303. Not offered every year.

AR 404 Advanced Painting

Development of a personal style within one medium. Theme and narrative are explored through development of a cohesive portfolio of work. Experimentation with media becomes critical in furthering the artistic discovery of painting as a form. Prerequisite: AR 304.

AR 406 Advanced Sculpture

Advanced work in three-dimensional forms, stressing experimentation and a developed aesthetic. Prerequisite: AR 306.

AR 407 Advanced Printmaking

Advanced exploration of one print medium. Emphasis is on creativity and technical competence. Prerequisite: AR 307. Not offered every year.

AR 408 Advanced Ceramics

Emphasis on defining personal direction in either wheel-thrown or hand-built modes, with further development in kiln operation. Prerequisite: AR 308.

AR 409 Advanced Life Drawing

Advanced exploration and development of a creative approach to the figure with emphasis on the final drawing as a complete artistic statement. Prerequisite: AR 309.

AR 410 Advanced Artistic Photography

Emphasis on personal creative vision in aesthetic and technique. Prerequisite: AR 310.

AR 425 Advanced Watercolor

Advanced, high quality understanding of technique and content. A final portfolio presents a cohesive body of work unified in style and theme. Prerequisite: AR 325

AR 450 Senior Seminar

The capstone course for art majors, with discussion and analysis of the contemporary art world and the student's place in it. The course draws upon and relates previous course work taken in the major. It includes the study and writing of art criticism, and students are expected to develop personal statements of their philosophy of art. Emphasis is placed upon the professional role of the artist, art-related occupations, ethics, and business knowledge for the artist. Students are responsible for preparation of a professional portfolio and resume. Not offered every year. Prerequisite: Art Major with upper-class standing.

AR 490 Art Internship

Allows art students an opportunity to gain experience in a professional setting. Knowledge from major area course work may be applied in various professional settings, including museums, galleries, retail stores, commercial art studios, and professional artists' studios. The student will locate a host organization or artist and will pursue the internship on an Individual Study basis under the supervision of a member of the art faculty. [3 to 6 credit hours. May be repeated for a maximum of 12 credit hours] Prerequisite: Art Major; Junior standing; Permission of Art Area Chair.

AR 496 Technical Problems I

Advanced in-depth study in the student's major area after all regular course work has been completed in that area. Work will involve individual projects or studies arranged by the instructor. Prerequisite: Permission of Art Area of Study Chair.

AR 497 Technical Problems II

Additional work in the major area if deemed necessary by the major advisor, or desired by the advanced student. Prerequisite: AR 496. 1 to 6 credit hours

AR 498 BA Thesis

A terminal course for B.A. art majors involving independent work in the student's major area. Studio majors participate in a thesis show consisting of selected studio work. Prerequisite: Permission of Art Area of Study Chair. 3 to 6 credit hours

AR 499 B.F.A. Thesis

Designed as a terminal course for B.F.A. art majors involving independent work in the student's major area. Students participate in a thesis show consisting of selected studio work. Prerequisite: Permission of Art Area of Study Chair and AR 496. 3 to 6 credit hours

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Biology

Courses

Unless noted, all courses are 3 credit hours.

BI 101 General Biology I

Study of cell structure, function, and metabolism. Surveys the three major areas of modern biological science: genetics and molecular biology, evolution, and ecology. 3 credit hours lecture; 1 credit hour lab

BI 102 General Biology II

Survey of biological diversity in the five kingdoms of living organisms, including study of organ systems in animals with emphasis on the human body. Survey of plant structure, function, and diversity. BI 101 is not required as a prerequisite, but is recommended. 3 credit hours lecture; 1 credit hour lab

BI 201 Anatomy and Physiology I

Structure and function of the human body; includes basic concepts, terminology, the cell, histology, and the integumentary, skeletal, muscular, cardiovascular and immune systems. Required for nursing students; recommended for students pursuing teacher certification in Physical Education. 3 credit hours lecture; 1 credit hour lab

BI 202 Anatomy and Physiology II

Continuation of BI 201 includes nervous, sensory, endocrine, digestive, respiratory, urinary, and reproductive systems. Required for nursing students; recommended for Sociology and Psychology Majors. Prerequisite: BI 201 or equivalent, or permission of the instructor. 3 credit hours lecture; 1 credit hour lab

BI 204 Human Genetics

Mendelian and modified Mendelian inheritance including genotypic and phenotypic variability, DNA replication, protein synthesis and genetic abnormalities.

BI 206 Nutrition through the Life Span

Studies specific nutrients, their food sources, utilization, and importance for the maintenance of optimum health through the life span and also involves a diet self-study and analysis.

BI 210 Zoology

Invertebrate and vertebrate zoology including: classification, development, morphology, anatomy, and physiology of the animal phyla. 3 credit hours lecture; 1 credit hour lab

BI 211 Botany

Anatomy and physiology of plants; major emphasis on the plant body, stems, leaves, roots, flowers, seeds and wood; classification and survey of major groups. 3 credit hours lecture; 1 credit hour lab

BI 215 Controversies in Science and Medicine

Exploration of current concerns, debates, and novelties in science and medicine, including ecology, application of the scientific method, DNA technology, scientific models, and medical technologies.

BI 303 Microbiology

General, medical, ecological, and applied microbiology including: bacteria, viruses, fungi, protozoa, and helminthic organisms. Prerequisites: BI 101 and 102 or BI 201 and 202 or equivalent. 4 credit hours lecture; 1 credit hour lab

BI 306 Biochemistry

Fundamentals of modern biochemistry including such topics as molecular biology, the synthesis and metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, nucleic acids, the study of energy metabolism, enzymes, genetic coding, and other current topics in the field. This course is also cross-listed as CH 306. Prerequisite: CH 210 and 211 or equivalent. 4 credit hours lecture; 1 credit hour lab

BI 310 Immunology

Cellular and humoral mediated immunology mechanisms including: structure of immunoglobulins and cellular mediators, autoimmunity, tissue transplantation, tumor immunology, and the immunological basis of diagnosis and therapeutics. Prerequisites: BI 101 or permission of the instructor.

BI 320 Environmental Science

Interrelationships of matter, energy, living organisms, ecosystems, and the biosphere with emphasis on ecological principles, environmental problems, and the effect of human activity.

BI 323 Evolution

Operating principles and processes of organic evolution; includes natural selection, macro and micro evolution, the phylogeny of major life forms, with an emphasis on vertebrates and humans. Prerequisites: BI 101, BI 102 or permission of the instructor.

BI 335 Ecology

Interrelationships of organisms with their living and non-living environment; includes populations, communities, ecosystems and biomes. Prerequisite: BI 101 or permission. 4 credit hours lecture; 1 credit hour lab

BI 340 Biology of Women

The anatomy and physiology of women throughout their life span including issues relating to their health, nutrition, health-care, and specific disorders and diseases relating to women. Cross-listed as WS 340.

BI 350 Conservation and Resource Management

Surveys conservation techniques practiced in the United States and the proper management of resources. Includes study of land and water management, forestry, management of endangered species, organizations involved in conservation, and soil conservation. Cross-listed as GL 350. Prerequisite: Junior or senior level.

BI 390 Problems in Biology

Provides the opportunity for a student to do in-depth library research in a particular area of biology of interest to the student. Prerequisite: Minimum of 12 credit hours in Biology and permission of the Area Chair. 1 to 3 credit hours

BI 399 Topics in Biology

An experimental course covering topics not considered elsewhere in the Biology Area of Study. Specific titles of courses offered under this heading will be listed in the course schedule for the sessions in which they are offered. Not offered every year.

BI 400 Histology

Microscopic anatomy and function of cells and tissues. Prerequisite: BI 101 or permission. 3 credit hours lecture; 1 credit hour lab

BI 405 Internship in Environmental Science

An internship with a local, national, or international agency dealing with environmental issues, technology, or practice. Cross-listed as GL 405. Prerequisites: Senior level and permission. 3 to 6 credit hours

BI 410 Developmental Biology

Embryological development including: fertilization, cellular division, early development, differentiation and precocious growth of multi-cellular organisms. Prerequisites: BI 101, BI 210, junior or senior level. 3 credit hours lecture; 1 credit hour lab

BI 470 Capstone: Senior Thesis in Environmental Science

A project developed by student and instructor culminating in a written and oral report to the faculty. Project may involve lab and/or field research and/or an extensive investigation of current scientific literature in a specified area of Environmental Science. Prerequisites: Senior level and permission.

BI 480 Senior Thesis in Biology

A project developed by student and instructor culminating in a written and oral report to the faculty. Project may involve lab and/or field research and/or an extensive investigation of current scientific literature in a specified area of Biology. Prerequisites: Senior level and permission.

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Business Administration

Courses

All courses are 3 credit hours unless otherwise specified.

BA 215 Personal Finance

This course covers basic principles of effective financial planning for an individual. The content includes record keeping, budgeting, investing, and insurance principles. The student learns how to formulate a sound personal finance program, that includes the use of consumer credit, decisions regarding home ownership versus renting, estate planning, and planning for retirement. The focus is on fundamentals of investing, taxes, insurance, banking, economics and planning.

BA 232 Principles of Management

This course examines the fundamental concepts, theories, principles and techniques of management by integrating classical and modern perspectives with real-world experiences. The student is introduced to both traditional and contemporary issues including planning, organizing, staffing, influencing, controlling, ethics, international affairs, work-family conflict, management information systems, and environmental consciousness.

BA 252 Principles of Marketing

This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the field of marketing. It covers the current marketing concepts and practical applications that will include the functions of product, price, place, promotion, and positioning. Additional emphasis will be given to multicultural and global marketing in the United States and internationally.

BA 265 Legal Environment of Business

This course is designed to introduce the student to the legal and regulatory process in which business decisions are made. The application of legal constraints to management and associated management activities is examined, as well as the broad applications of regulatory law. In applying these concepts to business decisions regarding its basic function, special emphasis is placed on the ethical issues faced by a decision-maker.

BA 295/395 Independent Study in Business Administration

Requires faculty approval. 1 to 3 credit hours

BA 299/499 Topics in Business Administration

Exploration of special topics not treated or treated only briefly in other courses. Specific titles of courses offered are listed in the course schedule for the sessions in which they are offered.

BA 302 Principles of Insurance

Survey of insurance, from a consumer's perspective, including life, property, medical/health, business, and liability. The student will study risk, risk management, and fundamental principles of insurance contracts. Emphasizes types of insuring organizations, comparative analysis of policies, and the uses of insurance in business and personal activities, as well as employee benefits, pension plans, and social security benefits as they pertain to insurance programs.

BA 312 Principles of Finance

This course covers the basic principles, techniques, and institutional aspects of financial management and the successful and efficient operation of modern businesses. Topics include financial markets and environment, time value of money, bond and stock valuation, risk and return, financial statement ratio analysis, capital budgeting, financial planning and control, capital structure, dividend policy, and other fundamental finance issues. Prerequisites: AC 206, MA 102, MA 141.

BA 323A Introduction to Management Science

Quantitative methods used in the decision-making process are introduced, and analytical thinking is emphasized. Topics covered include model building, linear programming, integer and 0-1 programming, goal programming, transportation and assignment algorithms, decision theory, and forecasting. Prerequisites: MA 102, MA 141.

BA 333 Human Resource Management

Planning, organizing, and controlling human resource functions in business organizations. Includes procedures, relating to recruiting, selecting, placing, and training employees. Also covers performance evaluation, benefits, wages, working conditions, and family supportive policies. Prerequisite: BA 232.

BA 338 Small Business Management

Aspects of managing the small limited resource firm. Emphasis on understanding and planning for the financial needs of a small enterprise. Insight into real problems through case analysis, simulations, field projects, developing business plans and other course work. Why firms fail and how to avoid failure. Covers small business from macro-managerial viewpoint. Prerequisite: BA 232.

BA 402 Risk Management

Fundamental principles and practices of risk management are addressed with an applied focus on risk management processes, rather than institutional and contractual details of the insurance industry. Topics include fundamental principles of risk management such as risk identification; risk characterization; pricing of risk reduction techniques; risk retention; regulatory, legal and tax implications; insurance; and other hedging strategies. Additionally, personal, business, and public policy perspectives concerning life, health, property, and liability risk management and insurance are addressed. Prerequisite: BA 312.

BA 412A Intermediate Finance

This course builds upon the introductory finance course. It addresses advanced applications and analysis of financial theory and practice. Aspects of the following topics are addressed: financial environments, financial analysis, cash flow, incentive theory and practice, time value of money, security valuation, risk analysis, portfolio theory and practice, capital budgeting, capital structure, dividend policies, options, global financial concerns, and contemporary financial issues. Prerequisite: BA 312.

BA 416A Investments

Investment principles and practices are studied in the context of individuals and organizations. The course will integrate economic relationships and practices for an understanding of the current investment environment. Additionally, the course will survey the institutions and securities that make up the investment environment to provide students a history of how Wall Street operates. The student will understand and experience how individuals trade financial instruments including stocks, options, bonds, futures, and other derivative securities. Prerequisite: BA 312.

BA 417 International Finance

This course will focus on international financial tools, applications and concepts. Topics include fundamental international financial relationships and their application to firms and individuals, international transactions, tax issues, and multinational corporations. It will cover essential elements of transacting in an international market place. It will also address the fundamental risks inherent in international business and the use of financial securities to hedge these risks. Prerequisite: BA 312.

BA 420 Cash Management

Also known as treasury management, working capital management, or short-term financial management, cash management addresses fundamental principles and practices concerning cash management. Topics include the role of cash management; credit, accounts receivable, and collection management; accounts payable and disbursement management; electronic commerce; information and technology needs for cash management; forecasting; short term investments and borrowing; international cash management; relevant relationship management; and contemporary issues. Prerequisite: BA 312.

BA 423 Quantitative Methods

An extension of BA 323A and MBA 522, this course covers advanced topics in management science and quantitative analysis. Emphasis is on understanding the mechanics of each tool as well as areas of application. Topics covered include time series decomposition in forecasting, sensitivity analysis and duality theory in linear programming, network optimization models, statistical quality control, Bayesian analysis in decision-making, expediting and cost analysis for projects, simulation, integer and goal programming and Markovian analysis. Appropriate computer software will be used. Prerequisite: BA 323A.

BA 426 Production and Operations Management

This course will examine the operations component of the organization. Cases in production and operations settings will be examined that require the use of quantitative methods and approaches to decision making within an environment of scarce/limited resources. Additional topics such as production technology, product/process design, facility layout, materials and capacity requirements planning, and quality control are included. Computer software is used to generate answers for further analysis. Prerequisite: BA 323A or BA 423.

BA 433 Organizational Behavior

Designed to encourage the application of diverse conceptual and theoretical perspectives to the analysis and control of behavior in organizations. Course will focus on problems related to perception, motivation, leadership, cultural diversity, interpersonal and group conflict, stress, influence, decision making, work-family conflict, ethics, international management issues, and change. Prerequisite: BA 232.

BA 434A Organization Management and Theory

Examines how the design and context of organizations influence the functions within them. It will cover the historical background and methodologies for studying organization characteristics and environmental conditions that impact the formation, growth, survival and decline of organizations. Includes the study of how size, structure, technology, life cycle, and organizational culture affect a firm's ability to change and develop. Prerequisite: BA 232.

BA 435 Labor Relations

This course will trace the history of labor/management relations from the industrial revolution into the modern age. It will cover the significant events and laws that have shaped the American labor union. Included in this is a detailed segment about how union contracts are negotiated. Students will participate in a semester long simulation designed to allow them to develop a new labor contract. Prerequisite: BA 232.

BA 436 Compensation and Performance Management

This course examines current theory, research and practice necessary to make effective strategic decisions in managing compensation and performance issues. Included in this course will be a detailed look at contemporary compensation systems and strategies, job analyses and performance evaluations. Also includes how to design wage and salary structures and benefit packages in order to be competitive in today's organizations. Prerequisite: BA 232

BA 437 Global Management

Focus on international management concepts and procedures. Operating in a multinational, multi-cultural managerial environment, one must understand business and management from a global perspective. Emphasis on management in different nation-states and how this affects management decisions on risk, investment, human resources, financing, operations, manufacturing, and production in a multi-national business. Prerequisites: BA 232 and BA 252.

BA 438 Human Resource

Describes, analyzes, and evaluates legal foundations, cases, and applications of human resource law. Areas of law covered will include, but are not limited to, equal employment opportunity law, labor relations law, fair employment practices law, and compensation-benefits law. Human resource management practices will be considered within analysis and evaluation of laws, cases, and settlements. Prerequisite: BA 265.

BA 439 Business Policy and Strategy

Concepts and analytical tools of business strategy and policy, utilizing the case study method, readings, and textbook materials. This course must be taken in residence. Prerequisite: Senior standing; preferably taken in final semester.

BA 444 Service Learning

This course provides an opportunity for students to use their talents as professionals to perform meaningful community service. It is designed to help managers develop the skill sets and mind sets necessary to be effective stewards of a moral society, i.e., to enjoy the fruits of capitalism while actively seeking justice, fairness, and ecological sustainability. It seeks to improve their moral performance as future business managers by encouraging them to actively promote community welfare, thus, bettering themselves, their communities, and their country.

BA 452A Marketing Strategy Concepts and Processes

Examines the development of marketing strategy from a practical managerial perspective. Emphasis is placed on development of marketing-mix strategies, strategy and competitive advantage, new product strategy implementation and control. Prerequisites: BA 232, BA 252.

BA 455 Internet Marketing

This course examines the nature, characteristics and culture of the online environment to understand, develop and implement marketing strategies and tactics for conducting effective online commerce. Emphasis is on the hardware/software tools necessary for internet-based commerce, market segmentation identification, product development, pricing, direct marketing, global marketing, and the methodology to execute marketing strategy in a computer mediated environment. Prerequisite: BA 252.

BA 456 Consumer Behavior

Review of the classical areas of perceptions, cognition, attitudinal formation, and cultural influences that affect individual and group purchasing behaviors. Emphasis is placed on understanding marketplace dynamics, market segmentation, and understanding the importance of psychographics in market planning analysis. Prerequisites: BA 232, BA 252.

BA 457 Multinational Marketing

This course is designed to cultivate and develop a global perspective for planning and decision making. Analysis of how successful companies of all sizes develop and implement strategies and tactics to serve foreign markets with competitive advantage is provided. The purpose of this course is to understand global competition in order to better achieve and sustain competitive advantage in global markets. Includes understanding how global businesses develop and use continuous innovation and improvement, global joint ventures, and strategic alliances. Prerequisite: BA 252.

BA 458 Sales Management

Examines development, structure, and implementation of an effective and profitable sales force across substantially different environmental conditions. Strategies involving various markets, sales person characteristics, sales program design, and quantitative measurements are emphasized. Prerequisite: BA 252.

BA 465A Business Law

An introduction to the study of law and its reciprocal relationship with government, business, and the individual. Topics include an overview of the American legal system, contracts, the uniform commercial code, torts, criminal law, constitutional law, employment law, and dispute resolution. The course will also deal with ethical, global, and regulatory issues. Prerequisite: BA 265.

BA 466 Introduction to Cyber Law

This course will introduce students to the legal issues, challenges and opportunities emerging with use of the Internet and E-commerce. It will cover topics such as privileged information, ways to protect privacy, basic intellectual property issues (copyright, trademark, trade name, domain name, and patent law), legal jurisdiction related to cyber commerce, government regulation in cyberspace, sales tax issues, measures that individuals and companies can use to regulate email and Internet access in the workplace, legal enforceability of contractual obligations, statutory individual rights, implication of employment law in the electronic workplace, criminal liability and ethical implications throughout. Prerequisite: BA 265.

BA 468 First Amendment and Privacy Issues in Cyberspace

The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the application of the First Amendment of the US Constitution to cyberspace. This course explores the First Amendment freedoms of press and speech as applied to the Internet. The position of government regulation, such as in the print medium, to extensive government regulation of cyberspeech, as applied to broadcasting. The course will explore the application of many First Amendment doctrines, such as prior restraint, overbreadth, and public forum to online speech. Additionally, the course will examine the collection and use of data resulting from the use of the Internet. Topics covered will range from the amount of privacy one can expect in the emails at work to prior restraint and libel. Prerequisite: BA 265.

BA 469 Intellectual Property in Cyberspace

The purpose of this course is to teach students about the various ways material can be protected once placed in cyberspace. The components of the intellectual property system will be identified and explored. Patents provide property rights to creators of innovations that are useful, novel and non-obvious. Copyrights protect certain creative expressions. Trade secrets protect valuable information that is not publicly known and that is subject to measures to preserve secrecy. Trademarks serve to increase distribution efficiency by making products easy for consumers to locate without confusion. This course will also examine how the domain name registration system works. The course will explore these topics in the context of public policy making processes and the ethics of using the Internet to create, disseminate and protect intellectual property. Prerequisite: BA 265.

BA 470 Commercial Law Issues in Cyberspace

The purpose of this course is to teach students advanced concepts of sales through cyberspace. Electronic delivery and communication systems raise challenging questions about the effectiveness of traditional law. The primary body of law applicable is contracts. Contracts online will be differentiated from those off-line. Questions relating to goods, price, quality, delivery, payment and other will be explored in the context of cyber transactions. The legal effectiveness of digital signatures and online credit transactions will be examined. Measures to protect buyers and sellers on the Internet will be described. Government control of Internet transactions will be explored. The questions of imposing sales taxes for transactions conducted over the Internet will be discussed from both the private sector perspective and the public policy perspective. Prerequisite: BA 265.

BA 495 Independent Study in Finance

This course provides an opportunity for learners to customize their finance emphasis by specifically studying one of the many other important topics in finance and/or by doing additional advanced work in topic areas addressed in other finance courses. Areas of potential study include, but are not limited to, financial institutions and intermediaries (banking), financial markets, real estate finance, financial modeling, statement analysis and quality of earnings analysis, public finance, finance for non-profit organizations, financial advising, advanced financial valuation, a readings course surveying scholarly research and contemporary issues in finance. Prerequisite: BA 312.

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Business Administration of Technical Studies

Courses

All courses are 3 credit hours unless otherwise specified.

BATC 306 Modern Management Skills & Applications

An inward look at self-awareness by assessing personality inventory, then stress and time management. Expands outward to enhance effective communication, problem solving, team dynamics, and managing/leading others. 4 credit hours.

BATC 312 Strategic Planning Capstone Research Project

Study research methods, library resources and development of a professional business strategic plan project for the project presentation in BATC 481. 2 credit hours.

BATC 321 Managing Information Systems

Review of current hardware and software applications used in modern information systems. Then explores most recent trends and organizational issues for managing and/or developing information systems. 2 credit hours.

BATC 332 Marketing & Economic Analysis

Reviews the theories, trends, and uses of the statistical tools of the current macro-economic environment. Also investigates the behavior of consumers, businesses, and government in competitive micro-economic environments. Then integrates the economic tools with critical marketing functions of target strategy, product, placing, promotion, and pricing mix all essential to generate a marketing plan. 5 credit hours.

BATC 341 Managerial Finance & Accounting

Explores the key elements of finance and cost accounting used by managers to support long and short-term decisions. Investigation of financial markets, financial reports, interest rates, and financial ratio tools that are critical for performance analysis will be addressed. Followed by coverage of accounting tools such as cost concepts and systems, capital budgeting for planning and control. 5 credit hours.

BATC 401 Operations Management

Provides insights on modern product and process design, planning, scheduling, quality management, inventory control methods, and productivity improvement in both service and manufacturing industries. Quantitative tools such as forecasting and project management will be introduced. 4 credit hours.

BATC 411 Statistical & Quantitative Methods

Examines useful statistical tools and applications essential for business administration professionals. Coverage includes descriptive statistics, probability theory, probability distributions, linear programming, decision theory, transportation problems, etc. 6 credit hours.

BATC 460 Business Ethics & Law

Examines current legal and ethical issues shaping the interrelationships among business, government and society. Coverage includes ethics theories and philosophies, legal terminology, business laws, legal research, social responsibility, and government regulations. Classic case studies will enhance understanding of consumer liability, environmental protection, fair competition, workplace rights, etc. 5 credit hours.

BATC 481 Strategic Plan Project Presentation

Provides opportunity to practice a professional presentation as well as finalizing a professional strategic plan report for an existing business.

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Business Information Systems

Courses

Unless noted, all courses are 4 credit hours.

BISC 301 Computer Essentials

This course provides a common foundation for current technology. Presents computers, systems, and technology that are currently available in the business community. Looks at the history of computers to the current state. Emphasis will be on building a foundation of knowledge of basic computer technology. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the B.I.S. accelerated degree program. 2 credit hours

BISC 302 Fundamentals of Systems Theory

This course examines open and closed systems within the context of several environmental models. Specifically, information systems, global systems, and common business systems will be examined. Additionally, communication, behavioral, and change systems will be examined. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the B.I.S. accelerated degree program.

BISC 311 Systems Analysis and Design

This course examines a six-phase problem-solving procedure for examining and improving information systems. The course emphasizes analysis, design, and implementation of systems. The design of a simple system will be implemented, and current issues facing companies in the design and maintenance of systems will be explored. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the B.I.S. accelerated degree program.

BISC 320 Computer Networking

This course provides an overview and examines current business communication technology. Introduces telecommunications, data networking, network design, and structure as it relates to the company's communication technology. Students will research current trends. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the B.I.S. accelerated degree program.

BISC 341 Visual Basic

This course examines structured programming using Visual Basic. Lab projects will be implemented using Visual Basic to illustrate structure guidelines and offer students with the chance to create and maintain programs. Students will be expected to document and build a program. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the B.I.S. accelerated degree program.

BISC 402 Management of Information Systems Workers

This course examines the issues of management styles and techniques as they relate to information technology workers. The effects of worker shortages and the current trends of technology employment will be looked at from a managerial view. Strategic management plans will be studied and implemented with regard to current technology issues. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the B.I.S. accelerated degree program.

BISC 415 Project Analysis, Development, and Management

This course examines current trends in project management. Cost analysis and time structures will be examined to look at issues that arise during project planning and implementation. Microsoft Project will be used to gain experience with Gantt and PERT charts, and illustrate methods used to implement and successfully complete technological projects. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the B.I.S. accelerated degree program.

BISC 420 Internet Marketing

This course examines the current marketing of products and services through the internet. E-Commerce trends, and the use of the internet as a store- front versus customer service will be addressed. Students will research and examine current issues regarding the internet as a marketing tool. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the B.I.S. accelerated degree program.

BISC 431 Legal and Ethical Issues in Business Information Systems

This course examines human, ethical, and legal issues, resulting from the current technological revolution, and stresses the role of ethics in effective leadership. Students will develop a foundation in ethical principles, and then be challenged to assess their own principles by evaluating the human, ethical, and legal considerations of various business scenarios covering topics such as privacy and accuracy of information and property rights to information. The course will look to differentiate legal and ethical decisions, and the difficulty of legislation of information and technology. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the B.I.S. accelerated degree program.

BISC 451 Capstone Project

This course provides the student the opportunity to conduct research on improving processes, or solving a problem at a company through technology and the design and implementation of an information system. A written paper and oral presentation of the paper will be required. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the B.I.S. accelerated degree program. 2 credit hours

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Chemistry

Courses

Unless noted, all courses are 3 credit hours.

CH 103 General and Biological Chemistry

Presents the basic principles of general, organic, and biochemistry focusing on examples of how they work in the human body and in the environment. 4 credit hours lecture; 1 credit hour lab

CH 104 Chemistry for the Consumer

Presents the principles of Chemistry and how they affect one's everyday life. Primarily for non-science majors. 3 credit hours lecture; 1 credit hour lab

CH 115 General Chemistry I

Studies chemical reactions, stoichiometry, thermochemistry, atomic and molecular structure, Bonding, measurements, the Periodic Table, solids, liquids, gases, and solutions. Also includes qualitative and quantitative analysis. For students majoring in science or in pre-professional programs or allied health fields. Prerequisite: High school algebra. 3 credit hours lecture; 1 credit hour lab

CH 116 General Chemistry II

Continuation of General Chemistry I. Includes the study of acids, bases, chemical equilibrium, thermodynamics, kinetics, electrochemistry, nuclear chemistry, hydrogen and its compounds, nonmetals, metalloids, metals and their compounds. Prerequisite: CH 115. 3 credit hours lecture; 1 credit hour lab

CH 210 Organic Chemistry I

Includes a study of the structure and functions of the many functional groups of organic chemicals. Includes: Hydrocarbons, hybridization, nomenclature, N and O-containing organic compounds, stereochemistry, infrared, uv and light spectroscopy, NMR, mechanisms of reaction. Prerequisites: CH 115 and CH 116 or permission. 3 credit hours lecture; 1 credit hour lab

CH 211 Organic Chemistry II

A continuation of CH 210. Includes a study of addition, elimination, and substitution reactions, carbon-skeletal rearrangements, multi-step synthesis, polymers, SN1, SN2, E1, E2 mechanisms, biological molecules, noncovalent interactions between organic molecules, catalysis, and the molecular basis of drug action. Prerequisites: CH 210 or permission. 3 credit hours lecture; 1 credit hour lab

CH 306 Biochemistry

Fundamentals of modern biochemistry including such topics as molecular biology, the synthesis and metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, lipids, nucleic acids, the study of energy metabolism, enzymes, genetic coding, and other current topics in the field. Prerequisite: CH 210 & CH 211 or permission. 4 credit hours lecture; 1 credit hour lab

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Communication Arts

Courses

Unless noted, all courses are 3 credit hours.

CA 103 Fundamentals of Speech Communication

Development and application of the skills needed for effective, well organized speeches. Provides instruction in the preparation and delivery of information and persuasive speeches. Addresses competencies in the area of critical thinking, organization of thought, creativity, planning and organizing, and public speaking.

CA 109 Oral Communication Skills

Introduces concepts, models, and theories related to basic communication skills needed at the interpersonal, small group, organizational and public levels. Direct application of course material provides opportunities for assessing individual communication strengths and weaknesses. Competencies in the areas of managing self, facilitating, social interaction, and organization of thought are addressed.

CA 202 Small Group Interaction

Development and application of small group communication theories designed to enhance communication skills needed in the work place and in various social environments. Competencies in the areas of effective communication, adaptability, conveying information, managing conflict, organized thinking, and problem solving are addressed.

CA 203 Understanding Mass Media

Introduces models, theories, and concepts related to various mass media. Provides active learning opportunities directed toward various strategies of news development. Presents case studies which focus on ethics in the media. Competencies in the areas of critical thinking, innovation, adaptability and ethics are addressed.

CA 204 Interpersonal Communication

Introduces concepts and basic theories of interpersonal communication. Provides opportunities to identify areas for personal improvement and to increase one's repertoire of communication behavior choices. Competencies in the areas of listening, perceiving, integrating, and conveying information are addressed.

CA 208 Critical Thinking and Communication

Introduces models and theories to develop and apply critical thinking skills needed for effective communication in work, social and personal areas of life. Presents terminology, techniques, and communication processes to enhance cognition and improve communication skills. Competencies in the areas of argumentation, reasoning, persuasion, and critical thinking are addressed.

CA 210 Topics in Communication

Special topics courses in communication designed to address contemporary topics relevant to communication.

CA 214 Creative Problem Solving for Professionals

Includes direct application of theories and models related to creativity and problem solving. Provides opportunities to work in groups and to use divergent and convergent tools for creative thinking. The course emphasizes the influence of the environment in the creative process. Competencies in the areas of critical thinking, reasoning, interpersonal communication, and audience analysis are addressed.

CA 228 Writing for the Media

Examines various writing forms in the media. Emphasizes articles of scripts suitable for publication or broadcast. Introduces computer technology. Provides opportunities for active learning. Competencies in the areas of audience analysis, critical thinking, persuasion, and organization of thought are addressed. Prerequisite: EN 101

CA 301 Persuasion

Theory and practice of persuasive speaking designed to enhance speaking skills and sound reasoning in a variety of contexts. Provides instruction on organization of thought and effective argumentation skills. Competencies in the areas of audience analysis, organized thinking, motivation, and persuasiveness are addressed. Prerequisite: CA 103 or 109.

CA 303 Nonverbal Communication

Theory and application of nonverbal communication theories directed toward improved understanding of self and others in a variety of communication contexts. Presents terminology, concepts, and models of nonverbal communication. Competencies in the areas of effective social interaction, intercultural awareness, conversational adaptability, self-awareness, and relational communication are addressed. Prerequisite: CA 103 or 109.

CA 304 Gender Communication

Provides a comprehensive view of gender communication as it relates to its prevalence and impact in society. Research of gender communication serves to enhance greater understanding of the oppressive nature of gender communication and its influence on society. Competencies in the areas of perception, adaptability, critical thinking, and innovation are addressed. Prerequisite: CA 103 or 109.

CA 305 Conflict and Communication

Introduces concepts and theories pertaining to conflict communication, conflict styles, and problem solving techniques. Develops and applies skills needed to resolve conflict in work, social and personal arenas. Competencies in the areas of argumentation, reasoning, persuasion, and critical thinking are addressed. Prerequisite: CA 103 or 109.

CA 308 Business Communication

Theory and practice of written and oral communication skills needed in the business and work place. Presents models, concepts, and case studies relevant to the workplace. Competencies in the areas of writing, oral communication, organization of thought, creativity, and decision making are addressed. Prerequisite: CA 103 or 109.

CA 309 Communication: Putting Theory into Practice

Provides a wide range of communication theories with a special emphasis on direct application. Introduces models/concepts designed to improve communication skills in a variety of contexts and communication environments. Competencies in the areas of relationship development, listening, socialization, cognitive processing, reducing uncertainty and dealing with conflict are addressed. Prerequisite: CA 103 or 109.

CA 315 Health Communication

Theory and practice of health communication at many levels of society. Integrates direct application of skills needed to effectively communicate health issues at the personal, social, institutional, public and mass communication levels. Competencies in the areas of critical thinking, intrapersonal communication, interpersonal communication, decision making, ethics, and conflict are addressed. Prerequisite: CA 103 or 109.

CA 317 Psychology of Communication

Introduces theories and concepts that connect psychology and communication. Presents terminology, research opportunities, and direct application of social cognition skills required to be a competent communicator in an ever changing world. Competencies in the areas of critical thinking, identifying manipulation and influence, detecting deception, and managing conflict are addressed. Prerequisite: CA 103 or 109.

CA 320 Family Communication

Introduces concepts and case studies of communication related to the family. Provides wide range of family communication models and theories related to functional families and positive communication. Competencies in the areas of conflict, interpersonal communication, ethics, and leadership are addressed. Prerequisite: CA 103 or 109.

CA 323 Public Relations

Theory and practice of public relations processes and practices. Review and integration of case studies and direct application of theories through research and assessment. Addresses competencies in the areas of coordinating, managing conflict, planning and organizing, ethics, and public speaking. Prerequisite: CA 103 or 109.

CA 325 Organizational Communication

Addresses concepts and models of successful organizations. Examines positive and negative case studies and provides opportunities for direct application of material. Addresses competencies in the areas of interpersonal communication, listening, social cognition, decision making, managing conflict, and leadership. Prerequisite: CA 103 or 109.

CA 358 Communicating with Emotional Intelligence

Introduces concepts and models dealing with the emotions as they relate to effective communication in a variety of social contexts. Presents terminology, processes, and case studies. Competencies in motivation of self, dealing with difficult others, managing conflict and emotional expression are addressed. Prerequisite: CA 103 or 109.

CA 401 Professional Communication

Provides instruction on strategies, techniques and models of professional communication. Develops and applies speaking skills at various communication levels and in a variety of contexts. Integrates course material into work place environments. Addresses competencies in the areas of persuasive speaking, organization of thought, planning and organizing, and ability to conceptualize. Prerequisite: CA 103 or 109.

CA 404 Interviewing

Provides instruction of effective interviewing techniques and strategies. Addresses models and concepts relevant to interviewing and introduces opportunities for direct application of course material. Addresses competencies in the areas of managing conflict, decision making, ethics, listening, interpersonal communication, and problem solving. Prerequisite: CA 103 or 109.

CA 410 Topics in Communication

Special topics courses in communication designed to address contemporary topics relevant to communication. Prerequisite: CA 103 or 109.

CA 415 Internship in Communication

Provides the student the opportunity to directly apply communication theory in a workplace environment. Requires self-motivation and specific focus of study. Competencies that are addressed will vary depending on the goals of the student. Prerequisite: CA 103 or 109.

CA 450 Diversity and Communication

Introduces theories, models, case studies, and processes relevant to the study of diversity and communication. Provides opportunity for direct application of course material to enhance communication skills with diverse others and in a variety of contexts. Competencies that are addressed include: critical thinking, leadership and influence, ethics, listening, managing conflict, and emotional intelligence. Prerequisite: CA 103 or 109.

CACT 100 Internet Applications

Introduces basic internet applications to assist students with online research, downloading files, and effective use of the computer. Hands on training is provided and active learning techniques are employed. Competencies in the areas of adaptability, computer skills, critical thinking and 'netiquette' are addressed. 1 credit hour

CACT 101 Searching Cyberspace: Introduction to the Internet

Provides an active-interactive approach to online information access and retrieval. Multiple internet systems are utilized for students to find, gather, and analyze information on topics of interest. This course addresses competencies in the areas of computer skills, critical thinking, innovation, and organization skills.

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Computer Graphic Design

Courses

Unless noted, all courses are 3 credit hours.

AR 332 History of Graphic Design

A survey of graphic design from prehistory to today. The course emphasizes the evolution of graphic communication and places contemporary design in historical context.

ARCT 110 Typography

Introduces fundamental concepts in typography for graphic design. Letterforms as symbol and as communication are addressed.

ARCT 240 Graphic Design Fundamentals

Introduces fundamental concepts in Graphic Design. Working with bitmap and vector image making software are explored. Prerequisites: AR 111, AR 112, basic computer literacy.

ARCT 242 Web Graphic Design Fundamentals

An introduction to designing for the World Wide Web. This course addresses development and preparation of design concepts for interactive application toward the creation of a Web site. Prerequisite: ARCT 240

ARCT 243 Introduction to Digital Photography

Introduces students to methods for creating photographic images on the computer from prints, negative, and other sources. Bitmap software is used. Prerequisite: AR 210

ARCT 340 Applied Projects in Computer Graphic Design

A continuation of the Fundamentals course with an emphasis on layout and problem solving. Layout software is introduced. Prerequisite: ARCT 240, or permission of Area Chair

ARCT 342 Concepts of Web Design

Expands upon web design concepts, including the basics of genre and function. Views the internet from a designer's perspective. Prerequisite: ARCT 242, or permission of Area Chair

ARCT 343 Intermediate Digital Photography

Develops advanced production methods used in creating digital photographs. A professional portfolio format is introduced to provide experience creating a body of work for presentation. Prerequisite: ARCT 243, or permission of Area Chair

ARCT 350 Integrated Desktop Publishing

Layout and design for mainly business and personal applications are covered in depth. Operations of a design studio are explored through real-world projects. Prerequisite: ARCT 340, or permission of Area Chair

ARCT 352 Applied Web Design

Builds upon web design knowledge, skills, and abilities obtained by collaborative project application. Advanced functionality is addressed to assist in the creation of as many types of web sites that time permits. Prerequisite: ARCT 342, or permission of Area Chair

ARCT 440 Special Projects in Computer Graphic Design

Prepares students for Portfolio Development. Long-term projects immerse students in a simulation of the Graphic Design Industry environment. Prerequisite: ARCT 350, Permission of Area Chair and Instructor.

ARCT 442 Special Projects: Web Design

Utilizes the knowledge gained in all previous design courses toward a real-world project. This is the capstone course for majors. Prerequisite: all major coursework, Permission of Instructor and Area Chair.

ARCT 443 Advanced Digital Photography

Builds on the skills learned in the Intermediate course through projects designed to expose the student to professional practices in digital photography. Prerequisite: ARCT 343, or permission of Area Chair

ARCT 495 Portfolio Development

Capstone course for B.A. majors. Students prepare a finished portfolio of work for potential employment in the Graphic Design industry. Prerequisite: all major coursework, Permission of Instructor and Area Chair.

ARCT 496 Computer Art Technical Problems I

Advanced study in the student's concentration for the purpose of learning a specific concept in Computer Art. Work involves individual projects or studies arranged by the instructor and the student. Prerequisite: completion of all major coursework and Permission of Instructor and Area Chair.

ARCT 497 Computer Art Technical Problems II

Develops additional work in the major area if deemed necessary by the major advisor or desired by the advanced student. Course content is developed by the student and instructor to cover any deficiencies in the student's work. Prerequisite: completion of all major coursework, ARCT 496, and Permission of Instructor and Area Chair.

ARCT 499 BFA Thesis

A terminal course for B.F.A. majors in Computer Graphic Design involving independent work in the student's area of concentration. The student participates in a thesis show consisting of selected studio work. Prerequisite: ARCT 495 and Permission of Instructor and Area Chair.

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Computer Information Systems

Courses

Unless noted, all courses are 3 credit hours.

CIS 101 Computer Concepts and Applications

A survey of computer concepts, describing hardware and software terminology, and telecommunications concepts. Contrasts system and application software. Introduces the concepts of file and database processing and the use of end-user application software. Lab projects include preparation of written documents with a word processing package, design and use of electronic spreadsheets in business problems, and use of a microcomputer DBMS package.

CIS 205A Introduction to Structured Programming

Designed to introduce the concepts of structured programming. How programs and programming languages work, and the purposes and practices of structured programming is discussed. Designing, coding, documenting, and debugging programs using elementary data structures, input/output statements, selection and iteration, functions, one-dimensional arrays, structures and arrays of structures are covered in detail. Students will write programs using all of the above. Prerequisite: CIS 101.

CIS 210 Foundations of Computer Information Systems

An introduction to the concepts, components, functions, tools and processes which form the basis of all computer information systems. Fundamental concepts related to number systems, data types, representations, and structures are covered in detail. The basic concepts needed for telecommunications and networking are explored. The role of operating systems is illustrated through detailed coverage of the functions and uses of Disk Operating System (DOS including batch files and system configuration. Current issues in computation such as Internet, intranets and artificial intelligence are introduced. Hardware fundamentals for PCs are explored with hands-on examples of installing memory, peripheral cards, and hard drives. Prerequisite: CIS 101.

CIS 240 Introduction to UNIX

This course is designed to teach UNIX from the user standpoint. Hand-on demonstration and practical application of UNIX in the work environment will be a significant feature of the course. Logging in and logging out, file system navigation, redirection and piping, file permissions and permission changing, adding, changing, and deleting I/O devices, backup and restore of files and directories, remote logon, Korn, C, and Bourne shells, and all user commands necessary to survive on a UNIX system will be covered. Prerequisite: CIS 210.

CIS 250 Programming in the C Language

This course builds upon an introductory programming class. Students will be immersed in the C language syntax and the interactive PC environment. Emphasis will be on solving problems by deriving appropriate algorithms and implementing them in C. Prerequisites: CIS 205A, CIS 210.

CIS 251 Intermediate Programming Using C++

This course builds upon an introductory programming class. Students will be immersed in the C++ language syntax and the interactive PC environment. Emphasis will be on solving problems by deriving appropriate algorithms and implementing them in C++. Prerequisite: CIS 205A, CIS 210.

CIS 295/395 Independent Study in CIS

This provides an opportunity for learners to customize their CIS experience by specifically studying other important topics. 1 to 6 credit hours.

CIS 299/399 Topics in Computer Information Systems

In-depth exploration of special topics not treated or treated only briefly in other courses. Specific titles of courses offered under this heading will be listed in the course schedules for the sessions in which they are offered.

CIS 305 Management and Design of Database Systems

The hierarchical and network models will be briefly discussed. The major focus of the course will be the relational model. Database design using E-R Diagrams will be presented. Relational terminology and the theoretical concepts of the model, such as normalization, will be discussed. The query languages, SQL and QBE, will be used to manipulate the model. Students will prepare a small application using a PC-based DBMS. Prerequisite: CIS 210.

CIS 306 Advanced UNIX Administration

This course is designed to teach the principles of UNIX from an administrator standpoint. Hands-on demonstration and practical application of UNIX system administration will be a significant feature of the course. Security, networking, application installation, file system configuration, mounting and unmounting devices, printing, permissions, auditing, ethics and X Terminal administration will be covered. Prerequisites: CIS 210, CIS 240.

CIS 321 Structured System Analysis and Design

A project-based course that focuses on the use of tools and methodologies applied to structured system analysis and design. Emphasis is placed on the traditional approaches, for example, system flow charting and entity relationship diagrams. Students will complete a variety of analyzes design specifications and a project implementation plan for a simulated business system. Prerequisites: CIS 205A, CIS 210.

CIS 322 Object-Oriented System Analysis and Design

A project-based course that focuses on the use of tools and methodologies applied to object-oriented analysis and design. Emphasis is placed on the development of enterprise object models, class specifications, Use Cases, CRC cards, and the use of tools specific to the Unified Modeling Language. Prerequisite: CIS 205A, CIS 210.

CIS 335 Using Visual Basic to Develop Applications

The student will learn to use the application development tool, Visual Basic, to design Graphical User Interfaces (GUIs) for applications. The concepts of Dynamic Data Exchange (DDE) and Object Linking and Embedding (OLE) will be explored. Prerequisite: CIS 205A.

CIS 340A Business Telecommunications

Students examine business telecommunications through the study of telecommunications, networks and their management. Tools for supporting the distribution and sharing of system resources, software and hardware standards, fundamental communications concepts, network configuration and network design are covered. Where possible, this course follows the Microsoft Official Curriculum available from the Microsoft Training and Certification website (www.microsoft.com). Prerequisite: CIS 210.

CIS 341 Introduction to Networking Using Novell NetWare

This course is designed to teach the principles of network administration using Novell Network Operating Systems. All major areas of LAN administration, including setting up a PC LAN file server, will be covered. The course will provide the student with the foundation knowledge needed to pursue certification as a Novell NetWare Administrator. Prerequisite: CIS 340A.

CIS 345 Web-Based Programming

An introduction to the programming techniques needed to interact with corporate clients on the World Wide Web. Included are techniques for establishing privacy, collecting, recording, and distributing database information; and making interactive web pages. Open Data Base Connectivity (ODBC), Practical Extraction and Reporting Language (PERL) scripts, JavaScript, Common Gateway Interfaces (CGI) and implementing the Secure Socket Layer (SSL) will be covered. Prerequisite: CIS 250.

CIS 347A Introduction to Microsoft Servers

Students implement and administer a Microsoft local area network (LAN) using the latest tools and software. Configuration and maintenance of all areas of a LAN will be covered. Employing techniques for supporting the distribution and sharing of system resources, configuration of various clients, and assurance of compatibility will be a fundamental part of the course. Where possible, this course follows the Microsoft Official Curriculum available from the Microsoft Training and Certification website (www.microsoft.com). Prerequisite: CIS 340A.

CIS 348A Implementing Network Structures and Directory Services

This course extends the Introduction to Microsoft Servers and includes training on how to install, configure, manage, and support Network Structures and Directory Services. The course also focuses on policies to manage large numbers of users effectively. Where possible, this course follows the Microsoft Official Curriculum available from the Microsoft Training and Certification website (www.microsoft.com). Prerequisite: CIS 347A.

CIS 349A Designing Network Structures and Directory Services

This course provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to design both a Directory Services infrastructure and a network structure in an enterprise environment. After completion of this course, a student will be able to identify the business and administrative needs of an organization that impacts the design of the Directory Service. The student will be able to describe key decision points for naming, delegation of authority, domain design, and site topology design. The student will then be able to translate the business needs of an organization into a Directory design that meets those needs. In addition, the student will be able to develop strategies and solutions for most network design needs. Where possible, this course follows the Microsoft Official Curriculum available from the Microsoft Training and Certification website (www.microsoft.com). Prerequisite: CIS 348A.

CIS 350 Designing Secure Networks

This course provides students with the knowledge and skills necessary to design a security framework for small, medium, and enterprise networks using Microsoft technologies. This course describes security in all areas of the network including Virtual Private Networks, partnerships, intranets, extranets, and the internet. Where possible, this course follows the Microsoft Official Curriculum available from the Microsoft Training and Certification website (www.microsoft.com). Prerequisite: CIS 349A.

CIS 400A Object-Oriented Programming Concepts

Designed to cover the principles of object-oriented (O-O) programming and characteristics that make O-O programming different from other forms of computer languages. Classes, constructors/destructors, inheritance, function and operator overloading, polymorphism, and templates are covered in detail. The students will write programs using all of the above. Prerequisites: CIS 250, CIS 322, or if taken concurrently with CIS 322.

CIS 401 Data Structures Using C++

This course deals with data structures, algorithms, and memory management. Searching, sorting, recursion, stacks, queues, linked lists, hashing, trees, heaps, sets and graphs are covered. The students will write programs using many of the above. Prerequisite: CIS 400A.

CIS 402A Intranetworking Using Java, C, and the Web

This course is designed to teach the principles of programming on the World Wide Web using JAVA and other programming languages. All major areas of Web maintenance, including security and permissions for a UNIX host will be explored. Example client applications that include graphics and user input will be developed. Each student will have their own Web site and will be expected to develop it into a useful presence on the Web using all the tools demonstrated in this class. The Web site will be the foundation on which the bulk of the course will be built. The JAVA programming language will be heavily emphasized culminating in a significant student project that develops a cross platform application. Prerequisite: CIS 250, or equivalent C programming class.

CIS 403 XML Programming

This course is designed to teach principles of programming on the World Wide Web using the Extensible Markup Language (XML). This course explores the use of XML as the primary development language for Web information portals. Each student will have their own Website and will be expected to develop it into a useful information portal using the tools demonstrated in this class. Prerequisite: CIS 340A, CIS 345.

CIS 445 Introduction to Software Engineering

This course is designed to discuss the basic concepts and major issues of software engineering. It will describe the current tools and techniques that provide a basis for the analysis, design, development, maintenance, and evaluation of the software system. Prerequisites: CIS 205A, CIS 322.

CIS 448 Introduction to Multimedia Development

This is a project based course designed for students to learn about multimedia guidelines related to CD-based and Web-based multimedia development for entertainment, education, and training. Legal and ethical issues related to multimedia projects will also be stressed. Prerequisite: CIS 101, ARCT 240, or Graduate Standing

CIS 455 Windows Programming Using Visual C++

This course is designed to explore programming in the Windows environment using the development tool, Visual C++. The students will design interfaces and small applications usable in Windows. This class is an advanced C++ language course. Prerequisite: CIS 400A.

CIS 460 Capstone in Computer Information Systems

A projects based course designed to integrate the theory and practice taught in the required curriculum. Typical projects include team programming, porting programs across languages, or research on specific topics, subjects, technologies, feasibility studies, or Internet research studies defined by the local corporate community. The intent of this course is to provide experience in finding workable solutions to real problems. Prerequisites: CIS 322, CIS 305, and senior status.

CIS 485 Internship in Computer Information Systems

Designed to expand the learning environment to include the actual workplace. Successful performance in an internship program can also lead to follow-on full time employment. Students will spend an amount of time on-the-job equivalent to that spent in the classroom. The learning objectives to be met in the internship and the intern’s ability to meet those objectives must be evaluated and approved by a faculty sponsor and the work supervisor of the intern prior to the start of the internship. These objectives will be documented through oral or written reports as required by the faculty sponsor. An internship can be taken at any time after a student has completed 65 credit hours including 18 hours in CIS-related courses.

CIS 490 Practicum in Web-Based Development

This course is designed to expand the learning environment to include the development of actual working Websites, and does not preclude the actual workplace. The learning objectives to be met during the practicum and the student’s ability to meet those objectives must be evaluated and approved by a faculty sponsor and agreed to by the student before the practicum begins. These objectives will be documented by "contract" with the student who will submit weekly status reports on progress. Prerequisite: CIS 340, CIS 345.

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Correctional Administration and Management

Courses

Unless noted, all courses are 3 credit hours.

CAC 301 Correctional Systems and Society

Provides a historical and contemporary view of correctional administration in American society. The historical development of correctional systems and contemporary response to societal issues provides a framework for future developments in correctional justice. A framework for the Capstone Project is developed.

CAC 303 Management Principles for Corrections

Examines current management practice and philosophy. Self assessment of the student's leadership style for the development of additional skills is examined. Leadership styles and management philosophies are reviewed in depth. Analysis of conflict resolution methodologies and the "police culture" is conducted. Includes a study of theory and current case applications.

CAC 305 Ethics, Policy, and Administrative Law in Corrections

Through the study of theory and using current case applications, students examine issues related to ethics and discretion. The development of ethics and limiting discretion is addressed through policy development and administrative law.

CAC 308 Research and Statistics in Design and Effective Practices

Examines the processes available to obtain empirical data. Statistics and the analysis of statistics and their use in the corrections field are examined.

CAC 311 Personnel and Equipment Allocations in Correctional Systems

Examines the allocation of personnel and equipment resources in organizational structures. Particular attention is paid to the evaluation of performance, collective bargaining, and the development of organizational priorities. Includes case studies and current world applications.

CAC 422 Information Systems in Corrections

Provides an overview of information systems currently being used in correctional systems. An understanding of local area networks and wide area networks is examined.

CAC 423 Correctional Strategic and Fiscal Planning

Examines the budgeting process in a public sector organization. Links budget preparation with the organization's strategic planning process. Additional fiscal planning alternatives are examined, such as outsourcing, subcontracting, "civilization," and grant writing.

CAC 426 Tactical Operations Management in Correctional Organizations and Effective Interventions

Examines the advantages of the in-depth planning to respond to contemporary correctional issues. A focus is placed on correctional training, contingency preparation, and known effective interventions. Students have extensive use of case studies and real-world applications.

CAC 431 Community and Restorative Justice

This course is designed to assist justice agencies and the public in establishing a restorative framework. In such a framework, concepts such as authority, responsibility, and accountability become concrete applications involving all who are affected by crime. It will help users to refocus justice efforts so that their systems become truly responsive to the needs and interests of victims and communities, that repair of harm is a central focus, and that offender interventions are designed to reduce further offending.

CAC 441 Contemporary Issues in Corrections

Presents students with the opportunity to examine in-depth contemporary issues faced by correctional administrators. The in-depth examination of issues such as hiring and termination, deadly force, and incarceration is conducted.

CAC 451 Correctional Justice Capstone Project

Students are asked to demonstrate competency from the perspective of a police manager/leader in conducting an analysis of a topic germane to a correctional system. Analysis must take into consideration financial constraints, mission, critical success factors, operations methodology, political constraints, technology, organizational dynamics, etc. Using the results of this analysis, students prepare and present a strategic plan that addresses the topics and supports the goals of the organization.

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Course Clusters

Course clusters are designed for working adult students and are available only to those with Junior/Senior status. These courses offer an intensive accelerated examination of a particular subject from three interlocking perspectives. The goal is to link these three perspectives holistically to encourage real-world thinking about complex topics, and to broaden the student's comprehensive knowledge of the chosen subject. Course Clusters are normally available in twelve week evening sessions and award nine hours of academic credit.

America: Where We Were, Where We Are, Where We Want to Be (9 credit hours)

An interdisciplinary course cluster that tries to do what its title says. It first attempts to provide the student with a refresher on American history (focusing on the founding), reviewing key events and documents. It then attempts to explore, through significant contemporary analyses, the present social, political, cultural, and educational state of the union. It concludes by attempting to examine present problems in historical contexts in an attempt to arrive at solutions for the future. The student's personal and professional life are integrated into the course's objectives, assignments, and assessments. The class meets as a seminar.

BPUE 280 Seminar in Professional Studies

Analysis of recent books on business, management, and leadership which challenge the wisdom of current practices. The course attempts to bring students up to date while challenging assumptions on fundamental issues.

ISPS 350 What is Postmodernism?

Designed to examine cultural changes in American life which have been called post modern. This course provides a perspective on late capitalist consumerism and illustrates the realtionships between consumer desire, mall culture, advertising and media.

ISPS 385 American Culture: Now and Tomorrow

Discussion of current and future American culture. Participants examine their own beliefs and opinions and formulate new solutions to the problems and possibilities facing us.

The American Family in Society (9 credit hours)

This course cluster studies the family and family models as found in literature, media, and the helping professions; examines outside influences on the family, including cultural and political factors; and focuses on the impact of families of origin in the development of behavior patterns in present marriage and family relations. Students are encouraged to examine patterns in their own families, and they learn some time management tools to help in balancing family life, work, and educational needs.

HS 315 The Family's Circle of Influence

Study of the American family as a system, including one's own family of origin. The course examines multiple factors influencing family behaviors, attitudes, and relationships.

HS 316 Public Policy and the Family

Examination of how policy debates affect families and a review of public policy decisions regarding family life in recent history. Topics include new and traditional understandings of family structure, changes in education, the impact of women in the work force, and the political atmosphere affecting family policy.

HS 317 Communication and the Family

Deals with communication within families, including topics such as conflict resolution, management of intimacy, role development, projection of anxiety, stress management, and construction of coping strategies.

Communication in Everyday Life (9 credit hours)

This course cluster focuses on much of the communication used everyday. The student will study the influence of mass media and popular culture on the family, models of healthy family communication, and typical means of expression in both personal and public contexts. Direct application of health communication concepts and models will be explored, beginning with the interpersonal (family communication) and ending with a health message campaign (mass media).

CA 203 Understanding Mass Media

Introduces models, theories, and concepts related to various mass media. Provides active learning opportunities directed toward various strategies of news development. Presents case studies which focus on ethics in the media. Competencies in the areas of critical thinking, innovation, adaptability and ethics are addressed.

CA 315 Health Communication

Theory and practice of health communication at many levels of society. Integrates direct application of skills needed to effectively communicate health issues at the personal, social, institutional, public and mass communication levels. Competencies in the areas of critical thinking, intrapersonal communication, interpersonal communication, decision making, ethics, and conflict are addressed. Prerequisite: CA 103 or 109.

CA 320 Family Communication

Introduces concepts and case studies of communication related to the family. Provides wide range of family communication models and theories related to functional families and positive communication. Competencies in the areas of conflict, interpersonal communication, ethics, and leadership are addressed. Prerequisite: CA 103 or 109.

Diversity at Work: Gender Issues in Personal and Professional Relationships (9 credit hours)

Diversity at Work uses interdisciplinary texts and films to investigate perplexing and enduring questions of gender difference. Initial readings frame the debate and propose and dispute the notion of difference; subsequent readings provide clarification. Biological, psychological, cultural, and economic explanations are read, analyzed, and evaluated. Examples from philosophy, literature, and film are also examined. Topics include issues of equity, pay parity, glass ceiling, corporate culture, dual career, feminism, child care, demands of two-income family, time management, personal fulfillment, priorities, children, personal and family relationships, gender roles, and definitions of success. The course examines historical, contemporary, and scientific ideas about gender roles, and, with this information, explores assumptions of present-day gender diversity programs, at work as well as in school. The class meets as a seminar.

BPUE 280 Seminar in Professional Studies

Analysis of recent books on business, management, and leadership which challenge the wisdom of current practices. The course attempts to bring students up to date while challenging assumptions on fundamental issues.

BPUE 300 Working Women: Sex, Power, and Leadership

The course addresses issues that confront women in their personal and professional lives. Topics include equity, pay parity, glass ceiling, corporate culture, dual career, feminism, child care, demands of two-income family, time management, personal fulfillment, priorities, marriage and children, gender roles, and definitions of success. The course meets as a seminar.

ISPS 380 Men Are from Mars; Women Are from Venus: An Interdisciplinary Course on Gender Difference

A classroom and video course which uses literary, philosophical, scientific, historical, and business texts, as well as films, to investigate perplexing and enduring questions of gender difference. Initial readings examine the notion of difference; subsequent readings propose explanations. Biological, psychological, cultural, and economic accounts are read, analyzed, and evaluated.

Improving Communication Effectiveness (9 credit hours)

This course cluster provides the student with a solid foundation designed to improve communication effectiveness in a variety of contexts. The courses combine to provide opportunities for direct application of course material and to allow the student to study conflict from an intrapersonal level and to improve communication skills.

CA 109 Oral Communication Skills

Introduces concepts, models, and theories related to basic communication skills needed at the interpersonal, small group, organizational and public levels. Direct application of course material provides opportunities for assessing individual communication strengths and weaknesses. Competencies in the areas of managing self, facilitating, social interaction, and organization of thought are addressed. Prerequisite: none.

CA 305 Conflict and Communication

Introduces concepts and theories pertaining to conflict communication, conflict styles, and problem solving techniques. Develops and applies skills needed to resolve conflict in work, social and personal arenas. Competencies in the areas of argumentation, reasoning, persuasion, and critical thinking are addressed. Prerequisite: CA 103 or 109.

CA 358 Communicating with Emotional Intelligence

Introduces concepts and models dealing with the emotions as they relate to effective communication in a variety of social contexts. Presents terminology, processes, and case studies. Competencies in motivation of self, dealing with difficult others, managing conflict and emotional expression are addressed. Prerequisite: CA 103 or 109.

Perspectives on Communication (9 credit hours)

This course cluster weaves together communication theories and principles that cover many areas of life (personal, work, social) and provides opportunities to improve communication skills in a variety of contexts. Students will directly apply course material, address areas for personal improvement, and expand their range of appropriate and successful communication behaviors.

CA 204 Interpersonal Communication

Introduces concepts and basic theories of interpersonal communication. Provides opportunities to identify areas for personal improvement and to increase one's repertoire of communication behavior choices. Competencies in the areas of listening, perceiving, integrating, and conveying information are addressed. Prerequisite: none.

CA 304 Gender Communication

Provides a comprehensive view of gender communication as it relates to its prevalence and impact in society. Research of gender communication serves to enhance greater understanding of the oppressive nature of gender communication and its influence on society. Competencies in the areas of perception, adaptability, critical thinking, and innovation are addressed.

Prerequisite: CA 103 or 109.

CA 317 Psychology of Communication

Introduces theories and concepts that connect psychology and communication. Presents terminology, research opportunities, and direct application of social cognition skills required to be a competent communicator in an ever changing world. Competencies in the areas of critical thinking, identifying manipulation and influence, detecting deception, and managing conflict are addressed.

Prerequisite: CA 103 or 109.

Practical Communication Skills (9 credit hours)

These courses combine to create opportunities for students to directly apply course material in a small group, and with diverse others. Students taking this course cluster will address difficult topics and issues that are prevalent in the work place.

CA 202 Small Group Interaction

Development and application of small group communication theories designed to enhance communication skills needed in the work place and in various social environments. Competencies in the areas of effective communication, adaptability, conveying information, managing conflict, organized thinking, and problem solving are addressed. Prerequisite: none.

CA 309 Communication: Putting Theory into Practice

Provides a wide range of communication theories with a special emphasis on direct application. Introduces models/concepts designed to improve communication skills in a variety of contexts and communication environments. Competencies in the areas of relationship development, listening, socialization, cognitive processing, reducing uncertainty and dealing with conflict are addressed. Prerequisite: CA 103 or 109.

CA 450 Diversity and Communication

Introduces theories, models, case studies, and processes relevant to the study of diversity and communication. Provides opportunity for direct application of course material to enhance communication skills with diverse others and in a variety of contexts. Competencies that are addressed include: critical thinking, leadership and influence, ethics, listening, managing conflict, and emotional intelligence. Prerequisite: CA 103 or 109.

The Real Bottom Line: Money and the Meaning of Life (9 credit hours)

The Real Bottom Line: Money and the Meaning of Life is an interdisciplinary course cluster. Through careful reading and thoughtful analysis of literature, philosophical and economic texts, films, and case studies, students will identify and evaluate some of the central ethical, social, and personal meanings of money. The course explores what we will do for money and what, by its presence or absence, it does to us. Students will investigate money's role in the creation of individual and group identities; in the functioning of personal, social, political, and business relationships; and in the formulation of personal and public codes of ethics. The class meets as a seminar.

BPUE 280 Seminar in Professional Studies

Analysis of recent books on business, management, and leadership which challenge the wisdom of current practices. The course attempts to bring students up to date while challenging assumptions on fundamental issues.

ISPS 290 Money and Morality

An interdisciplinary course, topics include postmodernism, consumerism, free market economics, Keynesianism, Marxism, shopping malls, whistle blowing, insider trading, corporate responsibility, and more.

LITC 297 Literature and the Marketplace

Explores economic themes in English and American literature, using critical approaches (Marxist, feminist, post-structural, psychoanalytical) to come to terms with the texts. The course includes such works as Shakespeare's Merchant of Venice, Jane Austin's Pride and Prejudice, Henry James' Washington Square, and Arthur Miller's Death of a Salesman. The class is conducted as a seminar.

Strategies For Optimal Living (9 credit hours)

An interdisciplinary cluster course which is intended to acquaint students with examples of recent research and approaches to improving one's physical and mental well-being and achieving a generally healthier lifestyle.

CC 281 Habits for a Healthier Life

An examination of the theories and behaviors which produce good health and a better life, based on the research and teaching of Dr. Andrew Weil of the Program in Integrative Medicine, University of Arizona. Emphasis is placed on students assessing their own health and state of well-being and learning strategies to improve health and satisfaction with life.

CC 282 Habits for a Healthier Mind

A study of the theory and practice of practical and commonsensical mediation which is based on the mindfulness meditation techniques of Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn, Stress Reduction Clinic, University of Massachusetts Medical Center, and the insights of western thinkers such as Watts, Thoreau, and Emerson and eastern Buddhism, Yoga practices, Zen, and the views of Lin Yutang.

CC 283 Habits for a Healthier Diet

Based on the Tufts University School of Nutrition research, this course acquaints the student with the theory and practice of practical diet. Emphasis is on students' assessment of their own eating habits and learning strategies to improve diet and life.

Triumph of the Nerds: Are Computers Destroying Our Culture and Stripping Us of Our Humanity-Or Not? (9 credit hours)

An interdisciplinary course cluster for both technical and non-technical students, Triumph of the Nerds: Are Computers Destroying Our Culture and Stripping Us of Our Humanity, or Not? provides the student with a history of the PC, using as its basis the PBS video series, Triumph of the Nerds, and Robert X. Cringely's companion text, Accidental Empires: How the Boys of Silicon Valley Made Their Millions, Battle Foreign Competition, and Still Can't Get a Date. The course then investigates works of literature dealing with technology and its inevitable ethical concerns, and concludes with works that explore the personal, cultural, and social implications of computers and their accompanying technology. The class meets as a seminar.

HISC 298 Technology and Social History

Study of societal development through technological changes. Inventions and processes in a historical timeline are studies to evaluate the influence each has had on humanity, culture, and social institutions.

ISPS 250 Triumph of the Nerds: An Irreverent History of the PC

A self-study, video course (based on the PBS series) in which students explore the history and development of the PC; learn about the key players, companies, and technologies; appreciate the market forces at play; and identify and analyze the effects of computers on people and society. The course is designed for both technical and non-technical students.

LITC 298 Literature and Technology

Explores the constructive and destructive potentials of technology and the manager's ethical responsibilities as liaison between technical and humanistic constituencies. The course includes such works as Mary Shelly's Frankenstein, Kurt Vonnegut's Cat's Cradle and Player Piano, Anthony Burgess' Clockwork Orange, and Jerzi Kosinski's Being There. Class is conducted as a seminar.

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Criminal Justice Administration

Courses

All courses are 3 credit hours unless otherwise specified.

CJAC 301 Criminal Justice System & Society

Provides a historical and contemporary view of criminal justice administration in American society. The historical development of criminal justice/law enforcement and contemporary response to societal issues provides a framework for future developments in criminal justice. A framework for the Capstone Project is developed.

CJAC 303 Management Principles for Criminal Justice

Examines current management practice and philosophy. Self-assessment of the student’s leadership style for the development of additional skills is examined. Leadership styles and management philosophies are reviewed are reviewed in depth. Analysis of conflict resolution methodologies and the "police culture" is conducted. Includes a study of theory and current case applications. 4 credit hours.

CJAC 305 Ethics, Policy & Administrative Law in Criminal Justice

Through the study of theory and using current case applications, students will examine issues related to ethics and discretion. The development of ethics and limiting discretion is addressed through policy development and administrative law. 4 credit hours.

CJAC 308 Research & Statistics in Criminal Justice

Examines the processes available to obtain empirical data. Statistics and the analysis of statistics and their use in the criminal justice field are examined.

CJAC 311 Personnel & Equipment Allocations in Criminal Justice Agencies

Examines the allocation of personnel and equipment resources in organizational structures. Particular attention is paid to the evaluation of performance, collective bargaining and the development of organizational priorities. Includes case studies and current world applications.

CJAC 422 Information Systems in Criminal Justice

Provides an overview of information systems currently being used in criminal justice agencies. An understanding of local area networks and wide area networks will be examined. 1 credit hour.

CJAC 423 Criminal Justice Strategic & Fiscal Planning

Examines the budgeting process in a public sector organization. Links budget preparation with the organization’s strategic planning process. Additional fiscal planning alternatives will be examined, such as outsourcing, subcontracting, "civilization," and grant writing. 5 credit hours.

CJAC 426 Tactical Operations Management in Criminal Justice Organizations

Examines the advantages of the in-depth planning to respond to contemporary law enforcement issues. A focus is placed on law enforcement training and contingency preparation. Extensive use of case studies and real-world applications. Prerequisite: Enrollment in the C.J.A. accelerated degree program.

CJAC 431 Community Policing

An examination of the contemporary system of law enforcement known as community oriented policing. Examines this philosophical approach to law enforcement in modern day society. Through the extensive use of case studies and real-world applications, students will link philosophy with practice. 4 credit hours.

CJAC 441 Contemporary Issues in Criminal Justice

Presents students with the opportunity to examine in-depth contemporary issues faced by law enforcement administrators. The in-depth examination of issues such as deadly force, pursuits and hiring and termination issues will be conducted.

CJAC 451 Criminal Justice Capstone Project

Students will be asked to demonstrate competency from the perspective of a police manager/leader in conducting an analysis of a topic germane to a law enforcement agency. Analysis must consider financial constraints, mission, critical success factors, operations methodology, political constraints, technology, organizational dynamics, etc. Using the results of this analysis, students will prepare and present a strategic plan that addresses the topic and supports the goals of the organization.

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Culture and Languages

Courses

Unless noted, all courses are 3 credit hours.

CU 101 Spanish Culture

Introduction to Spanish and Latin American cultures including elements of history, geography, political science, language, anthropology, sociology, religion, art, music, and literature. Discussions of factors that cause cultural unity and those that cause cultural diversity. Required for Spanish minors.

CU 102 French Culture

Introduction to French and Belgian cultures including elements of history, geography, political science, language, anthropology, sociology, religion, art, music, and literature. Discussions of factors that cause cultural unity and those that cause cultural diversity.

CU 103 German Culture

Introduction to German and Austrian culture including elements of history, geography, political science, language, anthropology, sociology, religion, art, music, and literature. Discussions of factors that cause cultural unity and those that cause cultural diversity.

CU 107 Italian Culture

Introduction to the cultures and cultural mores of Italy and Italian sections of Switzerland. Studies the various elements that make this culture unique and dynamic, including language, literature, geography, history, and the culinary arts.

CU 110 European Union Culture

An introduction to the countries in the European Union and their cultures. Factors that cause cultural unity and those that cause cultural diversity are discussed.

CU 120 Latin American Culture

An introduction to Latin American culture. Factors that cause cultural unity and those that cause cultural diversity are discussed.

CU 301 Hispanics in America

Study of Spanish and Latin American cultures, cultural reception, multicultural society, and local cultural networks. Practical enhancement of Spanish composition and communication skills and cultural issues. Required for Spanish minors. Prerequisites: SP 101, SP 102, and CU 101.

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E-Business

Courses

EBUS 300 Introduction To Electronic Business

Course Description: An overview of the interchange and processing of information using electronic techniques for conducting business within a framework of generally accepted standards and practices. Areas covered include; E Business terminology, the foundations of E Business, why E Business, retailing, customer service, advertising, managing with the Internet, using Intranets and Extranets, and infrastructure for E Business. Students will begin applying their knowledge of E Business by building their own website during this course.

EBUS 320 E Business Technology

Course Description: An overview of the technologies of electronic business. This course examines the architecture of web systems, the attributes of a good web-site, data interchange, search engines, data mining, profile building, customer management, and intelligent agents. Examines tools for website enhancement: multimedia, video streaming, creative linking, and action graphics. Students will outline the construction of their program project website.

EBUS 340 Web Programming and Design

Course Description: Provides students the opportunity to explore the languages and tools of building a website including HTML, Javascript and other emerging languages. Students will practice internet language skills by beginning the construction of their personal website.

EBUS 360 Principles Of Internet Marketing

Course Description: This course examines marketing operations as applied to Internet marketing. Concepts covered include, the psychology of web marketing, strategies for building new online brands and extending existing brands on the web, fundamentals of E-tailing, buyer motivation, tactics for increasing web presence and activity. Topics include: E selling, URL submission techniques, search engine positioning, affiliate programs, banner advertising, contests, auctions, classified ads the use of e-zines and online newsletters. Students will use skills from this class in marketing their website.

EBUS 380 E Operations

Course Description: Customer service and satisfaction are essential goals of any business enterprise. E Operations examines the day-to-day activities of an online business. Topics covered include: business management, architecting your process sustainability, online ordering systems, telephone ordering, record keeping, inventory control and management, order fulfillment, delivery assurance, delivery methods, ele