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ED 306 - Social Studies Methods
An inquiry approach is incorporated for developing concept knowledge and skills in social studies for students in Pre-K through Grade 6. Curriculum content, materials, planning, implementing, and assessing learning will be included across all of the social sciences. Instruction in history, geography, economics, political science, and other social sciences will be considered in light of current recommendations of the Massachusetts Curriculum Frameworks and national standards such as those of the National Council for Social Studies (NCSS). Students will explore integrating social studies content across all learning experiences to develop thinking skills and awareness of self and community. A field component of 20-25 hours is included in this course.
Prerequisites & Notes
ED 203, ED 207 or ED 220, and junior year status.
(Cr: 3)
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CSC 270 - Software/Systems Quality Assurance
Provides students with a working knowledge of the state of research and practice on software product and process evaluation and improvement. Stresses use of quantitative and experimental methods and change control as they are applied to evaluating software engineering. Pre-release software packages from commercial software vendors will be used as examples.
(Cr: 3)
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MUS 216 - Songwriting
Students practice the craft of song writing; develop their creativity and musical knowledge of melody, harmony, rhythm and form. Writing lyrics is given special attention. The role lyrics play in defining mood and their relationship to melody and harmony is also discussed. Satisfies the Arts and Humanities core requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
The ability to play and understand chords on guitar or piano; students with any questions about their ability should contact the instructor.
(Cr: 3)
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SP 307 - Spanish Culture and Civilization (Offered in Spain)
Students are introduced to the general historical and social background upon which the complex reality of present day Spain is built. The course will focus especially on the plurality of cultures—Christian, Jewish, and Muslim—which constituted Medieval Spain and makes Spanish history so unique. This is an advanced Spanish course taught in Spanish, suitable for American study abroad students. Taught in Spanish.
(Cr: 3)
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SP 225 - Spanish for the Professions
This class focuses on the specific language needs of students according to their areas of study, including health care, business, education and hospitality. Students need to have only a minimum command of Spanish in order to enroll in this course. Spanish for the Professions is a compact Spanish language course that will focus on the key points of communication. Satisfies the Arts and Humanities core requirement.
(Cr: 3)
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SP 410 - Spanish Literature & Performing Arts (Offered in Spain)
The aim of this course is to read, analyze, and discuss contemporary works of Spanish literature that are also currently being performed in theaters or that have been adapted to screen versions. A major aspect of the course will be to study and compare those plays that are representative of each century. The students will be expected to attend many of the performances. Taught in Spanish.
(Cr: 3)
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XXX X77 - Special Topics
Special Topics experimental courses and current issues courses can be offered on a one-time basis. The course prefix (for example, AT for Athletic Training and PSY for Psychology) will vary depending on the department offering the course, and the course number (177, 277, 377, 477) will vary depending on the level of difficulty.
(Cr: 3)
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ENG 103 - Speech
Development of effective speaking and speechwriting skills. To accomplish this, students will write and deliver speeches with the guidance and encouragement of the instructor and peers. Satisfies the Arts and Humanities and Writing Designated core requirements.
(Cr: 3)
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SM 325 - Sport and the Media
This course will introduce students to aspects of the electronic media as they relate to sports management. Theoretical discussions will analyze the role of sport cinema, television, and print as a vehicle for/of social change. The applied aspect of the course will focus on the myriad of sport writing situations and techniques. Guest lectures from the world of Sport media will provide insight and context to classroom and field discussions. Satisfies the Social Science core requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
Junior year standing or permission of instructor.
(Cr: 3)
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AMS 403 - Sport in American Society
Analysis on the past, present, future impact of sports on contemporary society. Explores the transformation of sport into the present commercial enterprise. Students research the development of sport, and the role of men, women, and minorities in sport. Satisfies the Social Science core requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
Crosslisted with SM 403
(Cr: 3)
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SM 403 - Sport in American Society
Analysis on the past, present, future impact of sports on contemporary society. Explores the transformation of sport into the present commercial enterprise. Students research the development of sport, and the role of men, women, and minorities in sport. Satisfies the Social Science core requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
SM 203, SM 215 or permission of instructor. Crosslisted with AMS 403.
(Cr: 3)
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SM 203 - Sport Promotion and Marketing
Students will apply fundamental marketing concepts to the sport industry. Students explore the uses of sport as a promotional vehicle. The course provides an in-depth analysis of sport as a product, sport consumer markets, and sport product markets. Students prepare and organize marketing, promotional, and public relations campaigns.
Prerequisites & Notes
SM 101 or permission of instructor.
(Cr: 3)
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SM 250 - Sport Venue Management
Examines the life cycle concepts of sport venue management: design, construction, financing, and operations in private sport clubs, interscholastic and intercollegiate athletics, recreational programming, and professional sport franchises.
(Cr: 3)
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SM 405 - Sports Law
An in-depth analysis of the legal issues Specific to the sport industry. Emphasis on tort liability, contract liability, contract law, and constitutional law. Current legal cases researched and analyzed.
Prerequisites & Notes
SM 203, SM 215 or permission of instructor.
(Cr: 3)
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PSY 301 - Statistical Methods in the Social Sciences
Students will statistically analyze research data from contemporary studies in the field of psychology. They will also apply their understanding to the critical analysis and interpretation of SPSS generated data. Topics include: descriptive statistics (measures of central tendency and dispersion, correlation, regression and prediction), parametric and non-parametric inferential statistics (e.g. ttest, ANOVA, Manova, X and Mann Whitney U Test).
Prerequisites & Notes
PSY 100, HMS 100 or CJ 100, and junior class standing.
(Cr: 3)
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PE 205 - Strategies in Physical Education
Explores the cooperative learning pedagogy continuum through the medium of sport games education. Students, through lecture, discussion, action research and practical sessions will explore some pathways to successful teaching/coaching experiences. The Matrix technique will be employed to assist in the collaborative selection of appropriate topics to be addressed along with baseline topics such as psychomotor appropriateness, learning preferences and tactical analysis. Students will develop unit and lesson plans as well as micro teach their peers in these skill areas: basketball, cricket, team handball and softball.
(Cr: 3)
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ED 207 - Strategies of Teaching Early Childhood Curriculum
Focus on the teaching of specific subject areas in unison with the developmental needs of children in preK–2. Students will research current curriculum materials and curriculum development trends. Lesson plans, units, and learning centers will be designed by students.
Prerequisites & Notes
ED 101 and ED 106 or permission of instructor.
(Cr: 3)
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ED 220 - Strategies of Teaching in the Elementary Classroom
This course provides an introduction to elementary education (grades 1–6) through class content, planning and participation in an elementary school. Competencies in classroom communications skills are stressed.
Prerequisites & Notes
ED 101 and ED 106 or permission of instructor.
(Cr: 3)
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PE 234 - Strength and Conditioning
A focus on the principles of strength and conditioning as applied to physiological function and adaptations. Emphasis is placed on biomechanics, sports specific training, functional progression, teaching methodology, and program design. Administrative issues as well as other topics Relating to the field of strength and conditioning are presented.
Prerequisites & Notes
BIO 201.
(Cr: 3)
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PSY 323 - Stress and Illness
Could the psychological stressors of contemporary life affect our health? We will explore the connection between the mind and the body to determine how stress can weaken our immune system, but more importantly we will study and practice ways of reducing stress in our personal lives. This is both an academic study of the psychobiology of stress as well as an opportunity to explore proactive ways of coping with stress. Satisfies the Social Science core requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
PSY 100.
(Cr: 3)
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AT 308 - Structural Kinesiology
This course will provide the student with lecture and laboratory study of human tissue histology and musculoskeletal anatomy. The focus is on gaining knowledge of anatomical components and applying this information to a clinical setting. Emphasis is placed on functional understanding of bones, muscles, ligaments, blood supply, innervation, and disability after injury. Class, three hours; lab, two hours per week.
Prerequisites & Notes
AT 203 or permission of instructor.
(Cr: 4)
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PHT 301 - Studio Photography I
A thorough exploration of the view camera in both black and white and color. The use of the studio and studio strobe lighting in solving problems in product and food photography for advertising.
Prerequisites & Notes
PHT 216.
(Cr: 3)
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PHT 302 - Studio Photography II
The extensive use of the “model on location“ to solve problems in advertising, fashion, corporate and industrial photography. Large, medium and small format cameras are used to create both black and white and color images for commercial purposes.
Prerequisites & Notes
PHT 301.
(Cr: 3)
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XXX 388 - Study Tour
A semester-long course that culminates in a faculty led field experience.
(Cr: 3)
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ED 030 - Subject Matter Lab
This test preparation program provides Specific content and test-taking strategies for three of the MTEL subject matter tests: Early Childhood, General Curriculum, and Physical Education. Required of all students in Elementary, Early Childhood, and Physical Education students.
(Cr: 0)
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ID 340 - Sustainability and Design
An investigation into sustainability and interior design. Through assigned readings, discussion, research, lectures, field trips and guest speakers, students will gain a broad understanding of the need to review our relationship with the earth. Satisfies the Social Science and Writing Designated core requirements.
(Cr: 3)
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IDSD 206 - Sustainable Materials and Specifications
Students investigate the properties of interior finishes, furniture and textiles. The appropriate selection and specification of materials based upon code, occupant comfort, universal design, sustainability and aesthetics is researched. Life cycle analysis and life cycle costing and software analysis tools are used to determine the source, manufacture, use, transportation and disposal of a product. Viable information sources for sustainable products are explored.
Prerequisites & Notes
ID 102, ID 103, ID 200 or permission of instructor.
(Cr: 3)
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ACC 325 - Tax Accounting
Provides a basic knowledge of the United States federal taxation system and its operation, including a fundamental understanding of the current law, principles and practice relating to taxation of individuals and other entities.
Prerequisites & Notes
ACC 151.
(Cr: 3)
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VC 203 - Techniques and History of Graphic Design
Introduces students to the basic concepts and techniques of graphic design within an overview of the major historical developments. Projects emphasize developing skills with tools and techniques, visual aesthetics, and design strategies.
Prerequisites & Notes
VC 105, VC 115.
(Cr: 3)
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CMM 220 - Telecommunications
A comprehensive overview of the electronic media industry, its history, its structure, its economics, and its influence on our society.
(Cr: 3)
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CSC 450 - Telecommunications and Wide-Area Networking
A continuation of CSC 350, this course covers the architecture, interfaces, protocols and technologies of high-speed broadband networks and their access points (DSL, Cable Modems). Topics include Wide Area Networking protocols such as MPLS, ATM, Frame-Relay, and Gigabit Ethernet. This course will also introduce computational complexity as used in routing algorithms, queuing theory as well as congestion control and QoS algorithms, as well as security for broadband networks.
Prerequisites & Notes
CSC 350.
(Cr: 3)
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CJ 205 - The American Court System
An examination of the preadjudication and adjudication stages of the criminal process. The roles of the various participants in the criminal trial will also be examined. Focus is on the manner in which the trial system works and the rules governing its operation.
(Cr: 3)
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AMS 229 - The American West
Surveys the history of the American West from the pre-colonial era to the recent past. Topics include the Lewis and Clark expedition; the impact of westward expansion and government policies on Native Americans; the significance of the frontier in American history and culture; the building of the transcontinental railroad; the internment of Japanese Americans during World War II; and the West in popular culture. Satisfies the Social Science core requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
Crosslisted with HST 229
(Cr: 3)
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HST 229 - The American West
Surveys the history of the American West from the pre-colonial era to the recent past. Topics include the Lewis and Clark expedition; the impact of westward expansion and government policies on Native Americans; the significance of the frontier in American history and culture; the building of the transcontinental railroad; the internment of Japanese Americans during World War II; and the West in popular culture. Satisfies the Social Science core requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
Crosslisted with AMS 229.
(Cr: 3)
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AMS 350 - The Automobile in American Life
Touching on the history of American labor, technology, business, culture, cities, and design, this course will examine how the automobile has revolutionized American society over the last century. The ways in which an American “car culture” changed social mores, created new leisure opportunities, and spurred the development of suburbs, roadside architecture and auto oriented institutions such as motels and strip malls will also be explored. Satisfies the Social Science core requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
Crosslisted with HST 350.
(Cr: 3)
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HST 350 - The Automobile in American Life
Touching on the history of American labor, technology, business, culture, cities, and design, this course will examine how the automobile has revolutionized American society over the last century. The ways in which an American “car culture” changed social mores, created new leisure opportunities, and spurred the development of suburbs, roadside architecture and auto oriented institutions such as motels and strip malls will also be explored. Satisfies the Social Science core requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
Crosslisted with AMS 350.
(Cr: 3)
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ENG 242 - The Business of Books
Is the book dead? This course will take not one but three looks at books and reading. First, it will look into the history of reading as a technology and as a cultural practice. Then, it will explore some of the mythology of reading and readers: books on books and bookishness. Finally, it will consider some of the commercial aspects of books, from the invention of the “author” to Oprah’s Book Club. Satisfies the Arts and Humanities core requirement.
(Cr: 3)
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SP 310 - The Cinema of Spain (Offered in Spain)
An introduction to contemporary Spanish cinema, this course will acquaint with the historical and cultural contexts of Spanish film. Students will explore and analyze the works and artistry of prominent Spanish filmmakers. The class will be taught in Spanish with the goal of increasing fluency in Spanish.
(Cr: 3)
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CMM 230 - The Contemporary Television Industry
An overview of the business side of television. The course will cover the history and development of television as a mass medium. Students will study economic, programming and distribution models of the past and present and consider the future of the business in the digital world.
(Cr: 3)
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HTA 320 - The Cultural History of Food
Study is concentrated on food and its historical impact on civilizations. An overview of the development of agricultural practices and their relationship to global and regional cuisine. Food for commerce and the advent of the restaurant is examined. Students will also participate in a cultural dining experience and selected demonstrations and tasting of global cuisine. Satisfies the Social Science core requirement.
(Cr: 3)
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HMS 215 - The Family
A study of the American family in the process of adaptation and change: mate selection, commitment and marital adjustment, conflict resolution, singlehood, alternative lifestyles, dual-career marriages, parenthood, divorce, and the family in various stages of development.
Prerequisites & Notes
Formerly HMS 315. Crosslisted with SOC 215.
(Cr: 3)
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SOC 215 - The Family
A study of the American family in the process of adaptation and change: mate selection, commitment and marital adjustment, conflict resolution, singlehood, alternative lifestyles, dual-career marriages, parenthood, divorce, and the family in various stages of development.
Prerequisites & Notes
Crosslisted with HMS 215.
(Cr: 3)
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HTA 315 - The History and Appreciation of Wine
This course is intended to give the student a breadth of knowledge regarding wine. With roots dating back eight thousand years, wine is woven into modern day traditions and cultures. The student will learn the history of wine and its reciprocal influences of wine with agriculture, language, art, chemistry, economics, geography, health and culture. Wine tasting is a component of this course, consequently students must be 21 years of age. Satisfies the Social Science core requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
Age 21, junior or senior year status, and permission of instructor. Course Fee: $50.00.
(Cr: 3)
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HST 245 - The History of Modern China
This course is a survey of Chinese history from 1800 until the contemporary period. This course examines the experience and interpretation of the 1911 Revolution, the Nationalist Revolution, the Communist Revolution and the Cultural Revolution. The course also considers the role of the West in China ’s development, China ’s place in the East Asian world, intellectual trends, economic transformation, the natural environment, and the dilemmas of modernity for Chinese governments, intellectuals and working people. Satisfies the Social Science core requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
One social science core curriculum course.
(Cr: 3)
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CJ 300 - The Juvenile Justice System
An examination of the underlying theory and operation of the juvenile justice system. Analysis of the procedures used to process an alleged juvenile delinquent through the justice system and the impact of juvenile delinquency on the general society will be conducted. The course will also focus on the similarities and differences between the juvenile and the adult criminal justice system.
(Cr: 3)
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LST 340 - The Meanings of Landscapes
From Zen temple gardens to Versailles to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, the way we design our external environments has revealed who we are as societies and nations. Changing ideals of landscape and building design from one tradition to another, from one period to another, form part of the history of ideas. But workaday landscapes, too, (our hometowns, malls, college campuses, office towers, highways and big box stores) have cultural meanings and the course encourages students to study closely this more familiar world as well. Satisfies the Arts and Humanities core requirement.
(Cr: 3)
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IST 215 - The New Europe
An overview of the historical development of European political and cultural identity from 1947 to present day. One of the major elements of the course will be the study of common economic policies, as well as the introduction of the Euro and its impact on global relations. In addition, this course will examine the future challenges presented by the growth of the European Union, its stability and the question of the European constitutional and institutional reforms.
Prerequisites & Notes
Crosslisted with POL 215.
(Cr: 3)
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POL 215 - The New Europe
An overview of the historical development of European political and cultural identity from 1947 to present day. One of the major elements of the course will be the study of common economic policies, as well as the introduction of the Euro and its impact on global relations. In addition, this course will examine the future challenges presented by the growth of the European Union, its stability and the question of the European constitutional and institutional reforms.
Prerequisites & Notes
Crosslisted with IST 215.
(Cr: 3)
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ENG 202 - The Novel
An examination of the novel, including its origins in the eighteenth century, the development of the form, and the themes and concerns that have given life to the genre from the 18th century to the present. Satisfies the Arts and Humanities core requirement.
(Cr: 3)
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CSC 390 - The Politics of Cyberterrorism
A multidisciplinary look at the geopolitical, socioeconomic and technical aspects of conventional terrorism as they relate to cyber security, cyber crime and cyber terrorism. The course will cover economic, political and religious motivations for terrorism, cyber terrorism, and cyber crime as well as countermeasures for protection against these forms of terror. Satisfies the Social Science requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
Three CSC credits and junior year status. Crosslisted with POL 390.
(Cr: 3)
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POL 390 - The Politics of Cyberterrorism
A multidisciplinary look at the geopolitical, socioeconomic and technical aspects of conventional terrorism as they relate to cyber security, cyber crime and cyber terrorism. The course will cover economic, political and religious motivations for terrorism, cyber terrorism, and cyber crime as well as countermeasures for protection against these forms of terror.
Prerequisites & Notes
CSC 101 or permission of instructor.
Crosslisted with CSC 390.
(Cr: 3)
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AMS 242 - The Rise of Rock and Roll
Critically examines rock and roll through case studies that illuminate important trends in the development and evolution of rock and roll as the dominant form of musical environment in the mid to late twentieth century. Satisfies the Arts and Humanities core requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
Crosslisted with MUS 240
(Cr: 3)
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MUS 240 - The Rise of Rock and Roll
Critically examines rock and roll through case studies that illuminate important trends in the development and evolution of rock and roll as the dominant form of musical environment in the mid to late twentieth century. Satisfies the Arts and Humanities core requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
Crosslisted with AMS 242.
(Cr: 3)
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HST 225 - The Salem Witch Trials
Explores the history of and myths surrounding the Salem witch trials, and, more generally, the politics of scapegoating. Readings, including trial transcripts, will focus on the origin, development, and legacy of the trials, and on Puritanism, witchcraft, legal practices, and the status of women in colonial-era New England. Visits to local historical sites will enhance understanding of the trials. The course will also examine more recent witch-hunts and instances of hysteria associated with McCarthyism, AIDS, the bombing of Pearl Harbor, and the September 11 terrorist attacks. Satisfies the Social Science core requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
Crosslisted with AMS 225.
(Cr: 3)
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SM 350 - The Sport Enterprise
This course integrates the theories of finance, economics, and accounting with sport management concepts. Students study the diverse forms of sport ownership, taxation, financial analysis, feasibility, and economic impact statements. Advanced topics include organizational budgets, financial strategies, and labor economics. Satisfies the Writing Designated core requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
ECN 101, ECN 102, junior year status, or permission of instructor.
(Cr: 3)
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ART 402 - Theories and Methods of Art History
Studies the theoretical and methodological foundations of Art History. Examines the growth of the field and critiques the underlying assumptions brought to bear on the study of the history of art. Satisfies the Writing Designated core requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
ART 101, ART 102.
(Cr: 3)
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PSY 335 - Theories of Counseling
This course is designed to give students a solid foundation in the theories and practices of counseling and psychotherapy in current use in the field. Students will learn how the theories apply in various case studies and the personal characteristics of effective counselors and psychotherapists. Ethical issues and multicultural perspectives will be discussed.
Prerequisites & Notes
Six hours of psychology.
(Cr: 3)
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PSY 320 - Theories of Personality
Focus on the nature, theories, and methods of investigation of personality. Major theoretical perspectives are covered, including the psychodynamic, behavioral, cognitive, interpersonal and humanistic theories. Satisfies the Social Science core requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
PSY 100.
(Cr: 3)
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PSY 340 - Theories of Play
This course provides an interdisciplinary approach to the activity known as “play.” It explores the biological roots of this activity as well as anthropological data. It is designed to assist the student in exploring the relevance of these theoretical concepts to their various professions such as nursing , education, criminal justice, interior design, etc. Assignments will include field observations and applied projects integrated with the student’s major.
Prerequisites & Notes
PSY 100, PSY 110, or PSY 200.
(Cr: 3)
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PE 201 - Theory and Practice in Coaching
The study of principles and concepts in coaching. Sport philosophy, psychology, motivation, sport management, and pedagogy will be discussed and analyzed throughout the course. Emphasis will be placed on fundamental instruction, practice organization, and understanding the problems/issues associated with coaching.
(Cr: 3)
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AT 305 - Therapeutic Exercise
Introduction to basic theories and applications of exercise rehabilitation as they relate to orthopedic and sports injuries. Pathophysiological response to injury and basic evaluative skills form the foundation that allows students to design and implement exercise programs for specific sports injuries. Class, three hours; lab, two hours per week.
Prerequisites & Notes
AT 203.
(Cr: 4)
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AT 307 - Therapeutic Modalities
Introduction to basic theories and applications as they relate to orthopedic and Sports injuries. Physiologic behavior of pain and its effect on sports injury forms the foundation to understanding the effects of heat, cold, electrical stimulation currents and other physical modalities. Includes lecture and laboratory.
Prerequisites & Notes
AT 203.
(Cr: 3)
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ART 205 - Three-Dimensional Design I: Foundations
An introduction to the language of three dimensional experience. An investigation by means of studio projects of the concepts, principles and processes used to generate experientially effective, three-dimensional structures-in-space and structures-of-space. Different applications of principles of three dimensional design will be considered, including package and product design, interiors, architecture, and landscaping.
Prerequisites & Notes
ART115 or ID102, or permission of instructor.
(Cr: 3)
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ART 230 - Time Based Art
This course will address notions of the image/object and how meaning is alternated through the manipulation of time. Basic ideas such as building distinct frames, scenes, sequence, editing, narrative, building concept and storytelling will be studied. The integration of two and three-dimensional art media with the potentials of the fourth dimension, including the elements of sound, text, and movement will be explored.
(Cr: 3)
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ED 290 - Topics In Education
Focuses on a range of issues significant to the field of education, including school reform, service learning in schools, school diversity, pedagogy and classroom assessment.
Prerequisites & Notes
Course may be taken for credit more than once as long as the course content is new.
(Cr: 3)
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LST 108 - Topics in Languages
Each section of this course will provide students with an introduction to a different foreign language, from Italian and Portuguese to Arabic and German. Course may be taken for credit more than once as long as the course content is new. Satisfies the Arts and Humanities core requirement.
(Cr: 3)
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ENG 210 - Topics in Literature
Each section of this course will explore in depth a different literary theme or topic, such as the detective story, bestsellers, or literature on film. Course may be taken more than once as long as the course content is new. Satisfies the Arts and Humanities and Writing Designated core requirements.
(Cr: 3)
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HST 218 - Topics in World History
Each section of this course will explore in depth a different aspect of world history, such as the history of a country, region, cultural or political movement. Course may be taken for credit more than once as long as course content is new. Satisfies the Arts and Humanities and Social Science core requirements.
(Cr: 3)
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CMM 281 - TV Studio Production
Basic and advanced techniques of live studio production through hands-on production experience. Topics include producing and directing in a multi-camera environment, pre-production for a variety of formats, camera operation, graphics, live video switching, and editing roll-ins from tape shot in the field. Students will produce, direct, and crew in group workshop productions.
Prerequisites & Notes
Formerly CMM201.
(Cr: 3)
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ENG 235 - Twentieth Century Fiction
A brief introduction to the art of fiction followed by close readings of modern master works. American short stories and novels will be compared to masterpieces from other cultures in order to view fiction as an international phenomenon and, even within nations (such as the United States), as multicultural in nature. Satisfies the Arts and Humanities core requirement.
(Cr: 3)
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VC 225 - Typography 1
This course is designed to introduce students to the basic principles of letter form design and function, along with the creative and functional aspects of typographic communication in general. It is designed to give an integral knowledge of the subject, including aesthetic, technical, and historical perspectives.
Prerequisites & Notes
VC 203.
(Cr: 3)
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VC 325 - Typography II
In this course, students will continue development of their craftsmanship with respect to both functional and expressive aspects of the art of typography. More complicated forms of typographic communication will be explored, including environmental design, signage systems, and text and image relationships, as well as refined techniques in dealing with typography across various media.
Prerequisites & Notes
VC 225.
(Cr: 3)
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XXX X96 - Undergraduate Research Independent Study
Students work with a faculty member on a discipline-based research project. Students will have a substantive and specified role in the research process. Individual study requires a formal proposal that is developed in collaboration between the student and faculty mentor.
Prerequisites & Notes
Sophomore or higher class standing and permission of instructor.
(Cr: 3)
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HMS 440 - Understanding and Treating Sexual Trauma: Theory, Research and Practice
Provides an overview of research factors that both increase and decrease trauma suffered by victims of sexual abuse. All forms of sexual victimization will be addressed including sexual assault, date rape, incest, child sexual abuse, sexual harassment, clergy abuse, and rape in times of civil strife or war. Myths and misconceptions will be explored, as well as historical and global implications. Strategies for completing sexual victim trauma assessments for all ages of victims will be taught as well as more advanced and “cutting edge” techniques for treating victims of sexual victimization.
Prerequisites & Notes
PSY 100 and PSY 335, and junior class standing, or permission of instructor.
(Cr: 3)
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HST 103 - United States History I
A survey of the early American experience from European discoveries to the Civil War. Topics considered include the Colonial era, the American Revolution, early political developments and the origins of industrialization. Satisfies the Arts and Humanities core requirement.
(Cr: 3)
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HST 104 - United States History II
A survey of more recent American history from Reconstruction to our present era. Topics considered include “Big Business,” the Spanish American War, the Progressive Era, World War I, the Depression, the New Deal and World War II. Satisfies the Arts and Humanities core requirement.
(Cr: 3)
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ID 245 - Universal Design
An examination of the universal design of buildings, spaces, products, and programs. Students will be prepared to creatively respond to the built environment, relevant to the psychological, political, educational, Sociological impacts in the areas of interior design, hospitality and sports management. Universal Design is important as a means to make the arts accessible to all ages and abilities. Satisfies the Social Science and Writing Designated core requirements.
(Cr: 3)
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SOC 300 - Urban Sociology
An analysis of the effects of urbanization, industrialization, and technological advancement on the structure, composition, and life styles of communities. Emphasis is given to trends in sub-urbanization, urban renewal, urban social and economic problems, as well as community development policies. Satisfies the Social Science core requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
Junior year status or permission of instructor.
(Cr: 3)
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CJ 356 - Victimology
Examination of current theory and research regarding victims of crime. Devotes attention to concepts such as victim vulnerability and victim culpability. In addition, the course discusses the implications of a victim oriented perspective for the administration of justice and assesses current victim programs, including restitution, mediation, and compensation. Satisfies the Social Science core requirement.
(Cr: 3)
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ENG 361 - Victorian Literature
This British literature course will focus on the texts of the Victorian 19th century. The course will examine fiction, poetry and
drama that represent Britain’s anxious negotiation of 19th century identity from self-assured beacon of industrial progress and proud seat of World Empire, to symbol of urban exploitation and disappearing rural tradition. The course will also examine the development of Victorian aesthetic forms, from the role of the Victorian third person narrator, to the rise of didactic poetic rhythms, to the structure of dialogue in late Victorian dramatic satire. Satisfies Arts and Humanities and Writing Designated core requirements.
(Cr: 3)
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CSC 260 - Visual Programming I
An introduction to programming principles using visual programming. Practical issues such as program design, documentation, style, and user-interface design are central to the course.
Prerequisites & Notes
CSC 160 or permission of instructor.
(Cr: 3)
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CSC 261 - Visual Programming II and Object-Oriented Design
An advanced class in visual programming, the course addresses principles and topics central to effective application development, including project management, debugging, testing, coding styles and the project life cycle in visual programming technology. A focus on object-oriented techniques and architecture in visual programming technology that make it possible for programmers to rapidly develop applications using pre-built objects.
Prerequisites & Notes
CSC 260 or permission of the instructor.
(Cr: 3)
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VC 230 - Web Page Design
The Internet and its social implications, the development and design of a Web site, and other issues relating to effective Web site creation are covered. An introduction to Hypertext Markup Language (HTML) and to Web page layout software are addressed as well. Students will learn how to integrate text, graphics, sound, animation, and video into an effective web page. Planning, implementation, and maintenance of a Web site is also covered in this class.
Prerequisites & Notes
VC 203.
(Cr: 3)
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CMM 215 - Web-based Media Production
An introduction to the production and post production aspects of web based video. Topics include the aesthetics and history of web based media, software tools for encoding various media, delivery system attributes and limitations, associated file types, audio and video codecs, and software players. Students will learn to produce video for the web by shooting, editing, and encoding assigned projects
(Cr: 3)
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CSC 200 - Website Development and Programming
An examination of the key technologies and applications used for Internet productions. The course reviews the development of the internet as a communication medium and some of the areas in which it has an impact on society. Topics covered include basic Internet applications, digital imaging techniques, as well as an introduction to audio and video production for the web. This course is offered in a Windows OS environment.
Prerequisites & Notes
CSC 101 or permission of the instructor.
(Cr: 3)
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PES 114 - Weight Training and Conditioning
Students will learn the correct techniques associated with current practices in weight training/conditioning. Instructional methods will be utilized in various types of free weights, the universal, and single and multifunctional machines. Students learn the major muscle groups used for each performed exercise and the scientific basis for strength training and conditioning. At the conclusion of the course, students will be able to develop individual and/or group strength training and conditioning programs.
Prerequisites & Notes
Physical Education major or permission of instructor.
(Cr: 1)
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HST 101 - Western Civilization I
A survey of European history from earliest times to the Renaissance. Included in the topics for discussion are Ancient Egypt, Mesopotamia, Greece, Rome, the Middle Ages and the rise of Europe in the fifteenth and sixteenth centuries. Satisfies the Arts and Humanities core requirement.
(Cr: 3)
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HST 102 - Western Civilization II
A survey of European developments from the 17th century to the contemporary period. Emphasis will be placed on the “modernization” of European politics and thought, particularly during the Enlightenment, and during the 19th and 20th centuries. Satisfies the Arts and Humanities core requirement.
(Cr: 3)
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REL 255 - Western Religious Thought
Explores the developments and trends of religious thought in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Through a historical survey of some of the most influential authors from these traditions, we will explore the continuity and changes in these communities, and how they have developed in relation to their surrounding cultures and one another. Satisfies the Arts and Humanities core requirement.
(Cr: 3)
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ENG 315 - Women and Literature
Study of literature by and about women including the diverse images and roles of women as they are recorded by representative writers in America and England. Reading selections reflect the diversity of ethnic and racial traditions in the United States and the variety of social, political, and economic backgrounds of women’s experience. Satisfies the Arts and Humanities and Writing Designated core requirements.
(Cr: 3)
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ART 315 - Women Artists in History
Investigates both images of women and images by women in the arts. Traces the historical evidence for women artists in ancient periods, surveys women artists of historical periods, and explores theories and methods about the links between gender and art production. Satisfies the Arts and Humanities and Writing Designated core requirements.
Prerequisites & Notes
ART 101, ART 102, or permission of instructor.
(Cr: 3)
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AMS 340 - Women in American History and Culture
Surveys the history of American women from the colonial era to the present, analyzing their struggles for gender equity and gains in business, education, politics, athletics and other realms. The course examines women’s movements in the nineteenth and twentieth centuries, and the portrayal of women in the media. Adopting a multicultural and multiracial perspective, the course compares and contrasts the experiences of women differentiated by race, ethnicity, class, and geographic region. Satisfies the Social Science core requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
Crosslisted with HST 340.
(Cr: 3)
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HST 340 - Women in American History and Culture
Surveys the history of American women from the colonial era to the present, analyzing their struggles for gender equity and gains in business, education, politics, athletics and other realms. The course examines women’s movements in the 19th and 20th centuries, and the portrayal of women in the media. Adopting a multicultural and multiracial perspective, the course compares and contrasts the experiences of women differentiated by race, ethnicity, class, and geographic region. Satisfies the Social Science core requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
Crosslisted with AMS 340.
(Cr: 3)
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HST 314 - Workers in Modern World History
A topical examination of the complex issues surrounding workers and global economies. Students will read and analyze essays, monographs, and primary sources organized around four focused themes. Issues to be considered include global capitalism, transnational cooperation and conflict, assimilation, resistance, and the social lives of working people. Satisfies the Social Science and Writing Designated core requirements.
Prerequisites & Notes
Sophomore status.
Crosslisted with IST 314.
(Cr: 3)
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IST 314 - Workers in Modern World History
A topical examination of the complex issues surrounding workers and global economies. Students will read and analyze essays, monographs, and primary sources organized around four focused themes. Issues to be considered include global capitalism, transnational cooperation and conflict, assimilation, resistance, and the social lives of working people. Satisfies the Social Science and Writing Designated core requirements.
Prerequisites & Notes
Sophomore year status. Crosslisted with HST 314.
(Cr: 3)
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CJ 357 - Workplace and School Violence
This course focuses on the global phenomena of workplace and school violence, how these forms of violence can be prevented, and what can be done to limit the harm and help those who have been directly or indirectly affected. These issues will be addressed using a multidisciplinary, contextual approach, drawing on theory and research from psychology, law, sociology, business, education, criminal justice, human services, history, and political science.
Prerequisites & Notes
An introductory social science course (PSY 100, SOC 101, POL 100, HMS 100, OR CJ 100) or permission of instructor. Crosslisted with HMS 357.
(Cr: 3)
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HMS 357 - Workplace and School Violence
This course focuses on the global phenomena of workplace and school violence, how these forms of violence can be prevented, and what can be done to limit the harm and help those who have been directly or indirectly affected. These issues will be addressed using a multidisciplinary, contextual approach, drawing on theory and research from psychology, law, sociology, business, education, criminal justice, human services, history, and political science.
Prerequisites & Notes
An introductory social science course (PSY 100, SOC 101, POL 100, HMS 100, or CJ 100) or permission of the instructor. Crosslisted with CJ 357.
(Cr: 3)
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BIO 242 - World Disease
The study of the biology of major diseases that impact our society and other parts of the world, especially underdeveloped and overpopulated regions. The course examines the biological, social, historical, and economic problems involved in eradication, prevention and cure. Satisfies the Science and Math core requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
Sophomore standing.
(Cr: 3)
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GEO 315 - World Geography
A comprehensive study of regional world geography. The focus will be on both physiographic characteristics of each region as well as their human culture traits such as population, economics, language, religion and urban space. Emphasis is placed on the interaction between the culture and environment of various regions. Satisfies the Social Science core requirement.
Prerequisites & Notes
Crosslisted with IST 325.
(Cr: 3)
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