Math & Science
The courses below are offered online in the term indicated. Click any course title to read the official description. For enrollment data and section availability, search WebAdvisor. Term schedules are listed on the University Academic Calendar. New students must APPLY to the university before registering.
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Maymester 2018
Topics included are: the relationship of plants to human history and contemporary needs; botanic and economic uses of plants as sources of foods, rugs, woods, iols, and other products important in western life. Origin of cultivated plants will also be discussed. Three lecture hours per week. Offered on demand. [close]
Topics covered in this course will include, the nature and cause of cancer, cancer at the cellular and molecular levels, cancer prevention and treatment, and overview of major types of cancer, and prospects for the future. THree hours of lecture per week. [close]
(3) An introduction to the design and development of interactive Web 2.0 user interfaces using client-side programming languages. Topics include layout and design for multiple screen sizes, form creation and validation, client-side DOM manipulation, coding frameworks, and interaction design best practices. F,S,Su. [close]
Study of techniques, tools, and processes used to discover digital evidence. Topics include collection, preservation, presentation, and preparation of computer based evidence for the purposes of criminal law enforcement or civil litigation. [close]
(Prereq: EXSS major and Senior Standing) Course prepares the EXSS major for internship in exercise and sport science. Students analyze career placement opportunities; seek and communicate with potential internship sites, explore the internship process, and complete associated program and professional development requirements. F, S. [close]
(Prereq: MATH 129L with a passing grade of by Mathematics Placement) This course is designed for students not intending to take an advanced course in mathematics. Selected topics include set theory, logic, statistics, probability, and consumer mathematics, with emphasis on critical thinking and problem solving. F,S,SU. [close]
A general introduction to the scientific study of behavior. The theme of basic research will be followed through the study of personality, learning and memory, cognition, developmental, social, abnormal, and the biological bases of behavior, in addition to some other selected topics. [close]
A survey of human development from conception through senescence with attention to the physical, psychological, cognitive, and social characteristics of each stage. Students are introduced to research methods used by developmental psychologists and the impact of their findings to everyday life. F,S [close]
A survey of the historical, social, and cultural implications of abnormal behavior. Topics include the nomenclature used to classify abnormal behavior, etiological factors and treatment procedures. [close]
(Prereq: PSYC 101) This course examines theories of childhood psychopathology and the classification of childhood disorders. Methods of assessment and treatment for specific childhood disorders are considered. [close]
(3) An investigation of issues related to improving personal health and community health. Emphasis will be on physical fitness, mental health, nutrition, stress management, sexuality, relationships, diseases, and complementary medicine for health-care. F,S,Su. [close]
(3) This course will focus on sport, as a gendered institution. Drawing from cultural, psycho-social, and political perspectives, the course examines intersections of gender with age, sexual orientation, social class, gender identity, race and ethnicity and politics. F,S. [close]
(Prereq: 90 credit hours earned) Plan and prepare for internship in recreation and sport management. Analyze career placement opportunities, the internship process, and associate requirements. For recreation and sport management students only or permission of instructor. [close]
(12)(Prereq: senior standing and successful completion of all required RSM courses, successful completion of internship application, and exit examination) This is a 480 hour and twelve week full-time supervised experience in recreation or sport at a cooperative and approved agency. F,S,Su. [close]
An introduction to the sociological study of social interaction, social structures, social institutions, social inequalities, social change, the social construction of human life, and other selected topics. Sociology draws upon a variety of social scientific research methods, sociological concepts and social theory to reveal the social basis of everyday life by exploring the interplay between society and the individual. F,S. [close]
This course examines gender in terms of men's and women's identities and normative behaviors that occur in gendered institutions within an inequitable, patriarchal social structure that allots power and privilege to men over women, across all classes and races. [close]
Sociological perspectives related to various aspects of religious behavior. Includes references to non-Western religions. [close]
This Sport Law course is designed to enable sport business management graduate students to expand their knowledge of some of the laws, rules and regulations that apply to the sport business industry and that impact the work setting of sport organizations. Students will learn about and analyze substantive legal concepts in the following core areas of law: constitutional, employment, antitrust, labor, intellectual property, agency, and contract and business law. The purpose of the course is to provide graduate students with an understanding of the legal issues involved in the operation and management of organizations in the sport business industry, and to equip students with the skills and strategies needed to effectively work with business executives and lawyers to resolve these issues. [close]
Summer I 2018
An introduction to contemporary astronomy that explores our current understanding of the Cosmos and the unique methods employed to study astronomical objects. Topics include the history of astronomy, observed motions of celestial objects, the solar system, stellar evolution, galaxies, and cosmology. The course material is designed primarily, but not exclusively, for non-science majors. [close]
Using laboratory equipment and exercises, students will investigate subtopics in astronomy. The labs will be a combination of indoor activities and the occasional nighttime sky viewing. While there is not a formal mathematical prerequisite, competency in high school algebra and geometry is expected. [close]
(3) An examination of human genetics with a focus upon inheritance, molecular aspects of gene function, and the integration of genetics into healthcare. Special topics include genetic testing and the application of genetics in wellness and in disease prevention and treatment. Su [close]
(3)(Prereq: BIOL 121,BIOL 122, and CHEM 111) Comparative study of nutritional requirements, nutrient metabolism,and digestive physiology of vertebrates. Nutrition, digestive processes, nutrient deficiency symptoms, and ration balancing techniques for both domestic and non-domestic animals are covered. Three lecture hours per week. Su. [close]
This course may be used as an elective. This course will provide an introduction to the Internet and the World-Wide Web. Topics include the Internet interface, Web 2.0, basics of networking introduction to HTML and webpage development, locating information on the WWW, social networking, privacy and digital security. [close]
A survey course that includes an emphasis on scientific data research, presentation, organization and analysis through web development, presentation software, and spreadsheets. [close]
A survey course designed for Business or Computer Science majors. The course focuses on business applications involving beginning and intermediate spreadsheets and presentation software. [close]
Designed as a communication intensive introduction to Computer Science; provides a comprehensive overview of the field of Computer Science in areas such as machine architecture, data storage, data manipulation, operating systems, algorithms, programming languages, data structures, database structures, computational complexity, and artificial intelligence; includes a brief introduction to programming. Students will demonstrate mastery of the course materials through both written and oral assignments appropriate to a Communication Intensive course. (communication intensive core course) [close]
This course covers the basics of structured programming using a web centric programming language. Topics include principles of input, process, and output; principles of structured programming, including data storage, conditional statements, and repetition; basic concepts of data validation and security; and development of computer programs to solve real-world problems. F,S. [close]
This course covers core computer hardware, including the relationships between components of a computer system. Software components are also introduced, including the fundamentals of the computer operating system and an introduction to virtualization systems. F. [close]
(3)(Prereq: a grade of C or better in CSCI 135 or CSCI 140/140L) This course will provide an introduction to relational database concepts and the design of relational databases. It will also provide a thorough introduction to SQL. F,S. [close]
(3)(Prereq: 12 hours of CSCI courses numbered 120 or above, all with a grade of C or better) This course will cover techniques in project management based on the Project Management Body of Knowledge from the Project Management Institute. F,S. [close]
(3)(Prereq: junior standing) This course introduces students to the collection, preservation, presentation and preparation of computer based evidence for the purposes of criminal law enforcement or civil litigation. These activities define the central roles of computer forensic practictioners involved in investigating computer crime scenes and torts involving computers. Students will be prepared to assist in the formulation and implementation of organizational comuter forensics preparedness policies, to determine the necessity for forensic procedures, extend governance processes to allow for proper future forensic investigations, and to be contributing members of computer forensics investigation teams. S [close]
This course introduces the human and environmental issues that impact the design, developments, and use of secure Information Systems and Technology (IST). Organizational, social, legal, and ethical topics include secure software project management, secure systems analysis and design, interface design and knowledge management, privacy issues, and the current legal landscape of information security and privacy. The course is organized around a series of case studies that illustrate and raise questions about these topics in IST. [close]
(3)(Prereq: A grade of C or better in MATH 130 or MATH 130I) Right triangle and circular trigonometry, graphs of trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions, trigonometric identities, solving trigonometric equations, vectors, complex numbers, and their applications. F,S,Su. [close]
(Prereq: MATH 129L with a passing grade of by Mathematics Placement) This course is designed for students not intending to take an advanced course in mathematics. Selected topics include set theory, logic, statistics, probability, and consumer mathematics, with emphasis on critical thinking and problem solving. F,S,SU. [close]
(3)(Coreq: PHYS 103L) This course is designed specifically for non-science majors who have an interest in a general physical science course. Students develop a good understanding of the process of science and the critical thinking skills needed to make informed decisions based on scientific evidence. (This course cannot be used in conjunction with SCIE 101 and SCIE 101L to satisfy science core curriculum requirements under the 2006-2007 and prior catalogs.) F,S,Su. [close]
(1)(Coreq: PHYS 103) This course demonstrates the scientific principles taught in PHYS 103. The emphasis on the scientific process using hands-on active learning techniques. F,S,Su. [close]
A general introduction to the scientific study of behavior. The theme of basic research will be followed through the study of personality, learning and memory, cognition, developmental, social, abnormal, and the biological bases of behavior, in addition to some other selected topics. [close]
A survey course exploring the relationships between behaviors and disease. The influence of psychological factors and precipitating, treating, and preventing disease is examined with the goal of increasing each person's awareness of individual responsibility in sickness and health. [close]
(3)(Prereq: PSYC 101) An in-depth examination and discussion of selected readings, including journal articles, books, or other original sources, in the field of psychology. Su. [close]
Experimental approaches to cognitive processes. Data and theory with respect to attention, information processing and storage, imagery, language, problem solving, creativity, decision making, cognitive development and growth, and concept formation. [close]
A survey of the relationships between the nervous system and behavior. Topics include basic neuroanatomy and neurophysiology, signaling and information processing in the nervous system, psychopharmacology, and selected behavioral topics such as biological rhythms, hunger, thirst, learning, and memory. [close]
(Prereq: Take HPRO 121 or PUBH 121)(3) A study of the metabolic mechanisms and requirements of food groups and nutrients as related to health, various age groups, and physical activity. Special attention is given to risk reduction of chronic disease through proper nutritional health and individual eating practices along with the evaluation of these habits against the guidelines that support good health. [close]
(Prereq: HLED 121 or HPRO 121/PUBH 121)(3) An overview of problems and questions relative to family life and sex education. Topics include: communication, relationships, intimacy, marriage, parenting, male/female sexual anatomy, sexually transmitted diseases, contraceptives and childbirth. [close]
(Prereq: HLED 221, HLED 121, HPRO 121 or PUBH 121)(3)Study to provide students with an understanding and appreciation of the complex interaction of humans and the environment, the multi-disciplinary areas of the environmental health sciences, the impact degradation of the environment may have on the health of living organisms. Environmental pollution, its sources, modes of transportation and transformation, and methods of prevention are addressed. [close]
The course provides a survey of the ethical and legal issues confronting sport in contemporary society. Students use a case study approach to become familiar with interconnecting legal and ethical issues as they arise within the context of sports from youth to professional levels. F, S. [close]
(3) An overview of the role local, state and federal governments have in the provision of recreation and sport services. Provide the basic understanding of legal liability, risk management, negligence, standard of care, safety regulations, and other areas of risk management as they apply to recreation and sport. F,S. [close]
A supervised practicum in a professional setting; on-site observation in a public, private or commercial setting with experience in all working areas and activities pertinent to that agency. [close]
(3)(=SOC 403)(Prereq: 75 credit hours earned) An investigation into sport as a microcosm of society and how it is influenced by cultural traditions, social values, and psychosocial experiences. Emphasis is placed on how sport managers are immersed in the soci-cultural milieu, with sport as the focus. Course includes the examination of changing attitudes, behaviors, and trends in the world of sport. F,S. [close]
(Coreq: SCIE 101L) An introduction to the processes of science for non-science majors using the environment as a basic theme. The course, specifically designed to be the first university-level science course, draws on illustrations from all of the sciences on how to understand science and its integration into students' lives and careers. Three lecture hours per week. F,S. [close]
(Coreq: SCIE 101) Experiments, exercises, demonstrations and field experiences emphasizing the topics presented in SCIE 101. Three laboratory hours per week. F,S. [close]
(3) Analysis of social structures and processes relating to public issues in contemporary society. F,S,Su. [close]
The course provides a social scientific overview of how individual experiences in social reality are unequal given the stratified nature of the world. Historical trends in inequalities and contemporary hierarchical social arrangements are examined. A focus of the course is how different forms of inequality are maintained and replicated via individual behaviors and the operation of different socio-cultural institutions. Also analyzed are the efforts to challenge unjust inequalities within communities, and nation-states world-wide. [close]
(3)(Prereq: SOC 101 or SOC 102) Analysis of the theories, methods, issues, and data related to the characteristics and dynamics of population. F,S. [close]
Theoretical perspectives on society and social behavior [close]
(Prereq: SOC 101 or SOC 102; SOC 201)(Coreq: SOC 331L) Introduction to the methods and problems involved in designing and conducting research in sociology and related fields. F.S. [close]
(Prereq: SOC 101 or SOC 102; SOC 201)(Coreq: SOC 331) Exercises and assignments to supplement the material presented in Sociology 331. F.S [close]
(Prereq: SOC 101 or SOC 102) The causes and consequences of juvenile delinquency and study of the juvenile justice system. Students enrolled in "Q" sections of the course must complete a required community service learning component with a local community organization. [close]
(Prereq: SOC 101 or SOC 102) The causes and consequences of deviant behavior in society, including such topics as mental illness, privileged deviance, drugs and alcohol, personal violence, and body modification. [close]
Summer II 2018
(Prereq: BIOL 121 or permission of the instructor) An examination of rain forest biology, with an emphasis on the evolution and ecology of tropical lowland forests. Topics include the natural heritage of forest organisms, and the origins, patterns, processes, and future of rain forests. Su. [close]
(3)(Coreq: CHEM 104L) This course is designed to integrate chemistry and cooking. An investigation of the chemical and physical properties of food, and the performing experiments that effect the flavor and characteristics of these foods based on these chemical and physical properties. Su. [close]
(1)(Coreq: CHEM 104) This course is designed to integrate chemistry and cooking. An investigation of the chemical and physical properties of food, and the performing experiments that effect the flavor and characteristics of these foods based on these chemical and physical properties. Su. [close]
This course may be used as an elective. This course will provide an introduction to the Internet and the World-Wide Web. Topics include the Internet interface, Web 2.0, basics of networking introduction to HTML and webpage development, locating information on the WWW, social networking, privacy and digital security. [close]
A survey course that includes an emphasis on scientific data research, presentation, organization and analysis through web development, presentation software, and spreadsheets. [close]
A survey course designed for Business or Computer Science majors. The course focuses on business applications involving beginning and intermediate spreadsheets and presentation software. [close]
(3) An introduction to the design and development of interactive Web 2.0 user interfaces using client-side programming languages. Topics include layout and design for multiple screen sizes, form creation and validation, client-side DOM manipulation, coding frameworks, and interaction design best practices. F,S,Su. [close]
(Students are required to have a personal notebook computer for this course)(Prereq: CSCI 135 with a grade of C or better, or CSCI 140 and CSCI 140L, both with a grade C or better) This course continues the study of programming in a dynamically typed language. Topics include object-oriented development, user-defined data types, debugging, testing, and elementary distributed computing. [close]
(3)(Prereq: a grade of C or better in CSCI 210 or CSCI 211) Fundamentals of data communications, including hardware, basic components of communications, configurations, networks and applications, protocols and software are discussed. F,S. [close]
(Prereq: Grade of C or better in CSCI 225) An exploration of advanced database topics will be covered. Topics may include the efficiency of advanced queries, indexing structures, database and SQL optimizations, backup and recovery, NoSQL ang big data concepts. F [close]
(3)(Prereq: 12 hours of CSCI courses numbered 120 or above, all with a grade C or better) A large percentage of the world's software is devoted to the interface between computers and their users, and usability is one of the key factors deciding whether a software project succeeds or fails. This course explores the requirements analysis, design and evaluation of the User Interface in the context of Software Engineering Processes. Specific methods and design problems will be illustrated with real world examples in information technology, the internet, communications, mobility, multimedia and speech technologies. F. [close]
(3)(=INTEL 661) Course addresses ethical, legal, risk management and policies and issues within which information systems and technology lifecycle professionals shall practice and to study how they impact privacy, fair information practices and content control. In addition, this course offers and overview of the various risk analysis and assessment techniques. F,S,Su [close]
(Prereq: MATH 129L with a passing grade of by Mathematics Placement) This course is designed for students not intending to take an advanced course in mathematics. Selected topics include set theory, logic, statistics, probability, and consumer mathematics, with emphasis on critical thinking and problem solving. F,S,SU. [close]
A nontechnical introduction to oceanography for non-majors. Stresses basic of marine science and their relationship to people. Students may not receive credit for both Marine Science 101 and Marine Science 111. Three lecture hours per week. F,S,Su. [close]
(Coreq: MSCI 101) Laboratory exercises to accompany Marine Science 101. Three laboratory hours per week. F,S,Su. [close]
A survey of human development from conception through senescence with attention to the physical, psychological, cognitive, and social characteristics of each stage. Students are introduced to research methods used by developmental psychologists and the impact of their findings to everyday life. F,S [close]
(=English 454) A survey course covering the basic principles of human and animal learning. Topics include habituation and sensitization, classical and instrumental conditioning, principles of reinforcement, generalization and discrimination, punishment, escape and avoidance learning, basic principles of memory, and behavior modification techniques. [close]
A survey of the historical, social, and cultural implications of abnormal behavior. Topics include the nomenclature used to classify abnormal behavior, etiological factors and treatment procedures. [close]
(3)(Prereq: PSYC 101) A survey of the major personality theories of the "normal" individual as explanations of behavior and human differences. Topics include trait factor theories, psychodynamic theories, social/behaviorial theories and humanistic theories. Offered as needed. [close]
(Prereq: 9 credits in Psychology) This course is a comprehensive, in-depth study of approaches and recognized contributors to the scientific study of human behavior. Students are introduced to how and why psychology emerged, and the impact past contributions have made to present-day status. [close]
(3) This course is an introduction to the principles of medical word building to develop the necessary medical vocabulary used in health care settings. Using systems-approach, students study, analyze and interpret root words, prefixes and suffixes with emphasis on spelling, pronunciation, definition and use of medical terms. As part of the learning process, students are exposed to basic anatomy, physiology, pathology of disease, and clinical procedures. F,S. [close]
(Prereq: HPRO 121 or PUBH 121)(3)The epidemiology of chronic and communicable diseases to include a study of their causes and progressions, departures from normal body functioning, relationships of disease to functional ability, and preventative and curative aspects. Su. [close]
The study of human wellness through leisure and recreation concepts. Emphasis placed on using leisure resources to increase human satisfaction, fulfillment, and quality of life; the potential for physical, mental, social, and emotional growth; and the development of individuals, communities, and societies. The course presents a variety of leisure, recreation, and wellness opportunities and alternatives to heighten the college student's awareness of available lifelong leisure activities. [close]
(3) This course is intended to provide students with an introduction to the evolution and use of the National Parks. The National Parks have two purposes: 1) to preserve features of scientific and cultural importance; 2) to make those features available for the education and enjoyment of the public. S [close]
The significance and meaning of recreation, leisure, play, and sport in modern society. The theories of play, models of sport, and the recreational ;and sport movement in the United States. Role and scope of recreation and sport programs in the community, schools, commercial, and industrial settings. Introduction to professional and career issues in the field. [close]
(3) An application of fundamental marketing and promotion concepts to the recreation and sport industries. Special emphasis is placed on understanding the relationship between recreation and sport products and recreational and sport consumer markets. Students will utilize the analysis, strategy development, implementation, and evaluation phases of the marketing process as they pertain to recreation and sport industry segments. F,S. [close]
A supervised practicum in a professional setting; on-site observation in a public, private or commercial setting with experience in all working areas and activities pertinent to that agency. [close]
(Coreq: SCIE 101L) An introduction to the processes of science for non-science majors using the environment as a basic theme. The course, specifically designed to be the first university-level science course, draws on illustrations from all of the sciences on how to understand science and its integration into students' lives and careers. Three lecture hours per week. F,S. [close]
(Coreq: SCIE 101) Experiments, exercises, demonstrations and field experiences emphasizing the topics presented in SCIE 101. Three laboratory hours per week. F,S. [close]
An introduction to the sociological study of social interaction, social structures, social institutions, social inequalities, social change, the social construction of human life, and other selected topics. Sociology draws upon a variety of social scientific research methods, sociological concepts and social theory to reveal the social basis of everyday life by exploring the interplay between society and the individual. F,S. [close]
Sociological perspectives related to various aspects of family behaviors, roles and values. [close]
The course provides a social scientific overview of how individual experiences in social reality are unequal given the stratified nature of the world. Historical trends in inequalities and contemporary hierarchical social arrangements are examined. A focus of the course is how different forms of inequality are maintained and replicated via individual behaviors and the operation of different socio-cultural institutions. Also analyzed are the efforts to challenge unjust inequalities within communities, and nation-states world-wide. [close]
A sociological analysis of who the poor are with a specific emphasis on rural America. [close]
(Prereq: SOC 101 or SOC 102) A sociological examination of drug use, misuse and abuse within the historical context of social policies in the United States. A global perspective will also be considered. F, odd years. [close]
A socio-historical, theoretical, and empirical analysis of race and ethnicity, with primary emphasis on U.S. relations and trends. Cultural, political, and economic relationships on the basis of race/ethnicity are examined. Issues of prejudice, discrimination, and racism are explored as well as strategies for individual and collective action that promote equality and social justice for all races/ethnicities. [close]
Examination of sociological theories, research and methodologies in the study of victims and analysis of the growth and institutionalization of victim advocacy. [close]
This course is intended to provide students with comprehensive coverage of issues present in intercollegiate athletics with an emphasis on theoretical and practical applications of sport governance and leadership. Special emphasis is placed on the history of intercollegiate sport, governance, race, and gender in intercollegiate athletics. Students will be acquainted with issues through discussions of pertinent theories and through experiential studies of intercollegiate atheltic governance. [close]
The purpose of an internship or experiential learning experience is to allow students to gain valuable work experience related to Sport Management. This experience is designed to complement the course work by combining practical and theoretical applications as related to the field. As such, this course is designed to provide a rigorous, comprehensive hands on learning in order to expand students work experience. The internship is a closely supervised field experience which requires a rigorous time and energy commitment from students. Students may opt to take internship in lieu of reseach thesis. [close]
This course will be centered around current topics and trends specifically related to Sport Management. The course will include reading and research on selected topics and issues related to the special nature of this course. The course may be repeated one time for credit. [close]
Fall 2018
An introduction to contemporary astronomy that explores our current understanding of the Cosmos and the unique methods employed to study astronomical objects. Topics include the history of astronomy, observed motions of celestial objects, the solar system, stellar evolution, galaxies, and cosmology. The course material is designed primarily, but not exclusively, for non-science majors. [close]
Using laboratory equipment and exercises, students will investigate subtopics in astronomy. The labs will be a combination of indoor activities and the occasional nighttime sky viewing. While there is not a formal mathematical prerequisite, competency in high school algebra and geometry is expected. [close]
An introduction to bioinformatics, the use of computational techniques to extract and analyze information from genomic and biological databases. [close]
The laboratory involves the use of computerized bioinformatics methodologies for the extraction and analysis of genomic and biological information. [close]
A non-technical introduction to biology for non- science majors. This course will introduce students to basic biological processes and relate them to everyday life. [close]
An introduction to biological principles for students majoring in biology and related fields of study. Topics include scientific method, chemistry of life, macromolecules, cell structure and function, mendelian and molecular genetics. F,S,S1 [close]
This course is an introduction to the principles health care setting. The course will cover the major topics surrounding health care marketing in the current dynamic health care environment. Topics will include, but not be limited to, developing a market orientation; organizing a marketing operation; consumer behavior; market research; market segmentation; elements of a marketing plan; development of a marketing plan. [close]
Students will study accounting and financial management principles and their application to operational problems in health care. In addition students will study budgeting and gain skills in developing budgets in different healthcare units. Students will gain competence in the techniques of forecasting financial results for individual projects and the organization. In addition, major reimbursement systems will be covered, such as Medicare, Medicaid, and thrid-party payment systems. [close]
This coruse is designed to prepare students to assume leadership roles in a changing health care environment. It examines the change process and the impact of leadership, organizational sturcture, and organizational culture on change. Through assessments and interactive experiences, students gain insight into their own leadership and change management skills. They also design leadership development and change mangement plans. [close]
This course is designed to give students experience in analyzing and completing health information projects including; data design and collection, clincial performance measurement, data presentation, and reading and understanding professional statistical publications. Qualitative and quantitative data analysis and inferential analysis are included in class activities. [close]
This course may be used as an elective. This course will provide an introduction to the Internet and the World-Wide Web. Topics include the Internet interface, Web 2.0, basics of networking introduction to HTML and webpage development, locating information on the WWW, social networking, privacy and digital security. [close]
A survey course that includes an emphasis on scientific data research, presentation, organization and analysis through web development, presentation software, and spreadsheets. [close]
A survey course designed for Business or Computer Science majors. The course focuses on business applications involving beginning and intermediate spreadsheets and presentation software. [close]
(3) An introduction to the design and development of interactive Web 2.0 user interfaces using client-side programming languages. Topics include layout and design for multiple screen sizes, form creation and validation, client-side DOM manipulation, coding frameworks, and interaction design best practices. F,S,Su. [close]
Designed as a communication intensive introduction to Computer Science; provides a comprehensive overview of the field of Computer Science in areas such as machine architecture, data storage, data manipulation, operating systems, algorithms, programming languages, data structures, database structures, computational complexity, and artificial intelligence; includes a brief introduction to programming. Students will demonstrate mastery of the course materials through both written and oral assignments appropriate to a Communication Intensive course. (communication intensive core course) [close]
This course covers the basics of structured programming using a web centric programming language. Topics include principles of input, process, and output; principles of structured programming, including data storage, conditional statements, and repetition; basic concepts of data validation and security; and development of computer programs to solve real-world problems. F,S. [close]
(Students are required to have a personal notebook computer for this course)(Prereq: CSCI 135 with a grade of C or better, or CSCI 140 and CSCI 140L, both with a grade C or better) This course continues the study of programming in a dynamically typed language. Topics include object-oriented development, user-defined data types, debugging, testing, and elementary distributed computing. [close]
Provides real-world experiences that stimulate discussion of ethical issues in the technical work place. Topics include: ACM Code of Ethics, general moral responsibilities, privacy, security, copyright and ownership agreements, computer crimes, and personal ethics. Class format presents case studies of current news events regarding computer ethics. [close]
This course covers core computer hardware, including the relationships between components of a computer system. Software components are also introduced, including the fundamentals of the computer operating system and an introduction to virtualization systems. F. [close]
(3)(Prereq: a grade of C or better in CSCI 210 or CSCI 211) Fundamentals of data communications, including hardware, basic components of communications, configurations, networks and applications, protocols and software are discussed. F,S. [close]
An introduction to the fundamental aspects of a computer system's structure and behavior. Binary arithmetic, combinatorial logic, circuit design, instruction sets, register operations and flip- flops, control section functions, memories, interrupt structures, processors, and performance measures will be covered. F. [close]
(3)(Prereq: 12 hours of CSCI courses numbered 120 or above, all with a grade of C or better) This course will cover techniques in project management based on the Project Management Body of Knowledge from the Project Management Institute. F,S. [close]
(3)(Prereq: 12 hours of CSCI courses numbered 120 or above, all with a grade of C or better) Comprehensive survey of security policies, models and mechanisms for confidentiality, integrity, management and legal and ethical issues. S. [close]
(3)(Prereq: a grade of C or better in CSCI 211, CSCI 310, or CSCI 356) This course provides an introduction to Linux system administration, including open-source software applications. Topics include managing software installations, configuring hardware drivers, implementing authentication and authorization systems, automating management tasks, and configuring services. Students will gain hands-on experience managing actual Linux systems. S. [close]
(Prereq: Grade of C or better in CSCI 270) Introduction to, and practice of, designing and integrating, large-scale information processing systems, with a focus on selecting and implementing hardware and softwre systems to develop an appropriate IT solution. Topics include systems provisioning, software integration, hardware management, availability, scalability, and disaster recovery capability. Students will design an integrated information system to implement a solution to a case study problem. S [close]
(3)(Prereq: 12 hours of CSCI courses numbered 120 or above, all with a grade C or better) A large percentage of the world's software is devoted to the interface between computers and their users, and usability is one of the key factors deciding whether a software project succeeds or fails. This course explores the requirements analysis, design and evaluation of the User Interface in the context of Software Engineering Processes. Specific methods and design problems will be illustrated with real world examples in information technology, the internet, communications, mobility, multimedia and speech technologies. F. [close]
Basic concepts, components, and skills of lifetime personal fitness and physical activity. Emphasis placed on behavior change through participation in all physical fitness components, utilization of fitness tools/technology, and the application of essential concepts. Provides the knowledge and skills to plan, evaluate, and achieve and adhere to a personalized program of fitness. Course includes topics of nutrition, weight and stress management, and disease prevention related to lifetime fitness and health. [close]
(Prereq: A grade of C or better in EXSS 350/350L and EXSS 385/385L) Course covers exercise testing procedures and exercise prescription for a diverse range of populations including children, adolescents, older individuals, and individuals with chronic conditions such as cancer, human immunodeficiency virus, and osteoarthritis. An emphasis is placed on screening individuals for abnormal responses and contraindications to exercise as well as methods for modifying exercise prescriptions based on individual needs. [close]
(Prereq: EXSS major and Senior Standing) Course prepares the EXSS major for internship in exercise and sport science. Students analyze career placement opportunities; seek and communicate with potential internship sites, explore the internship process, and complete associated program and professional development requirements. F, S. [close]
This course is designed to provide an introduction to cyber security and information assurance. It covers the fundamental concepts necessary to understand the threats to security as well as various defenses against those threats. The course includes an understanding of existing threats, planning for security, technology used to defend a computer system and implementing security measures and technology. [close]
This course is designed to equip students with applications and practice cryptography in securing wired/wireless networks and Internet. Following techniques would be studied: classical systems, symmetric block ciphers, linear and differential cryptanalysis, public-key cryptography, cryptographic protocols, hash functions, authentication, key management, key exchange, signature schemes and how it can be applied to secure network infrastructure, firewalls, digital management, and related topics. [close]
This course deals with the application of the data management process for analytics including analysis, design, data acquisition, cleaning, transformation, quality, structure, and security of the databases. Evaluation of how these data relate and aggregate in analytic databases, data marts, data warehouses, and how they are used by analytical tools will be explored through case studies and projects. [close]
(3) This course provides an introduction to Business Intelligence, including the analytics, processes, methodologies, infrastructure, and current practices used to transform business data into useful information and support business decision-making. F,S,Su [close]
(3)(Prereq: A grade of C or better in MATH 130 or MATH 130I) Right triangle and circular trigonometry, graphs of trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions, trigonometric identities, solving trigonometric equations, vectors, complex numbers, and their applications. F,S,Su. [close]
(Prereq: MATH 129L with a passing grade of by Mathematics Placement) This course is designed for students not intending to take an advanced course in mathematics. Selected topics include set theory, logic, statistics, probability, and consumer mathematics, with emphasis on critical thinking and problem solving. F,S,SU. [close]
(3) This course does not require admission to the nursing major. Integrative health care is a synthesis or blend of conventional care with alternative and complementary healing therapies. This course is designed to introduce the student to an integrative healthcare approach, integrating allopathic healthcare with complementary and alternative modalities. Students will examine their own health beliefs/practices and compare healing practices and the consequences of health related choices. The background and current status of integrative healthcare, as well as health policy, legal, regulatory, and ethical issues will be explored. Medical terminology sufficient to communicate will be included. Commonly used alternative and complementary healing therapies, their uses, expected outcomes, and potential untoward effects that may be analyzed include acupressure, aromatherapy, herbal preparations, homeopathic remedies, imagery, music, nutritional supplements, reflexology, and therapeutic touch. F,S. [close]
This course is designed to introduce the students to transcultural nursing in health care today. Different cultural health and healing practices will be explored. Students will examine their own cultural health practices and compare these healing practices to other culture groups. Students will examine various ways in which transcultural nursing facilitates nurses' knowledge and skill in communicating with and caring for people from diverse cultures. F,S. [close]
(Prereq: admission to the nursing major) This course focuses on health policy and issues that affect consumers of health care and nursing practice. The organization of the U.S. health care system and the policy making process are explored and the legal, political, economic, social and environmental influences are analyzed. Designed to encourage the students to take an active role as a professional nurse in the political process and policy development process that defines health care in the U.S. [close]
Introduction to low-impact, cardiovascular endurance activity of walking. Proper techniques of walking, warm-up, and cool down are practiced. Topics include benefits, injury prevention, weight management, and goal setting relative to a personal fitness program. [close]
Overview of the preparation, training principles, and suggested programs for jogging as exercise. Emphasis given to progression of fitness, techniques, fitness principles, safety and injury prevention, and personalizing programs. [close]
(3)(Coreq: PHYS 103L) This course is designed specifically for non-science majors who have an interest in a general physical science course. Students develop a good understanding of the process of science and the critical thinking skills needed to make informed decisions based on scientific evidence. (This course cannot be used in conjunction with SCIE 101 and SCIE 101L to satisfy science core curriculum requirements under the 2006-2007 and prior catalogs.) F,S,Su. [close]
(1)(Coreq: PHYS 103) This course demonstrates the scientific principles taught in PHYS 103. The emphasis on the scientific process using hands-on active learning techniques. F,S,Su. [close]
A general introduction to the scientific study of behavior. The theme of basic research will be followed through the study of personality, learning and memory, cognition, developmental, social, abnormal, and the biological bases of behavior, in addition to some other selected topics. [close]
A survey of human development from conception through senescence with attention to the physical, psychological, cognitive, and social characteristics of each stage. Students are introduced to research methods used by developmental psychologists and the impact of their findings to everyday life. F,S [close]
The social, pyschological and biological aspects of women's development will be addressed and explored. The changing roles of women, and the impact of these changes upon present day lifestyles are also discussed. null [close]
In-depth examination of various kinds of human learning, from simple to complex behaviors. Topics include motor learning, verbal learning, attention, memory systems and models, forgetting problem solving, and learning strategies and sets. [close]
A survey of the historical, social, and cultural implications of abnormal behavior. Topics include the nomenclature used to classify abnormal behavior, etiological factors and treatment procedures. [close]
This course examines principles, theories, and research methods used in the study of child development. Students are introduced to important physical, cognitive, social and personality changes which occur in each of the major stages from conception through the onset of puberty. Hereditary and environ- mental influences are explored in relationship to current research findings. [close]
(Prereq: A grade of C or better in PSYC 101 and PSYC 225 or equivalent)(Coreq: PSYC 483L) A survey of the psychometric process. Topics include the principles of measurement and test score interpretation, discussion of the variety of group and individual tests available for psychologists and the criteria for selecting and null evaluating tests. Three lecture hours per week. F,S. [close]
An introduction to research findings and theoretical considerations in the use and abuse of pharmacological agents such as alcohol, barbiturates, narcotics, uilizers, and stimulants. Emphasis will be placed upon concepts of diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. [close]
(3) An investigation of issues related to improving personal health and community health. Emphasis will be on physical fitness, mental health, nutrition, stress management, sexuality, relationships, diseases, and complementary medicine for health-care. F,S,Su. [close]
(3) This course is an introduction to the principles of medical word building to develop the necessary medical vocabulary used in health care settings. Using systems-approach, students study, analyze and interpret root words, prefixes and suffixes with emphasis on spelling, pronunciation, definition and use of medical terms. As part of the learning process, students are exposed to basic anatomy, physiology, pathology of disease, and clinical procedures. F,S. [close]
(Prereq: HLED 121 or HPRO 121/PUBH 121)(3) An overview of problems and questions relative to family life and sex education. Topics include: communication, relationships, intimacy, marriage, parenting, male/female sexual anatomy, sexually transmitted diseases, contraceptives and childbirth. [close]
(3) An exploration of the major health problems that effect school aged children and have implications for learning. Special emphasis will be placed upon how the teacher may influence the health knowledge, attitudes and beliefs of children in preschool through grade eight. [close]
(Prereq: HLED 221, HLED 121, HPRO 121 or PUBH 121)(3)Study to provide students with an understanding and appreciation of the complex interaction of humans and the environment, the multi-disciplinary areas of the environmental health sciences, the impact degradation of the environment may have on the health of living organisms. Environmental pollution, its sources, modes of transportation and transformation, and methods of prevention are addressed. [close]
(Prereq: HLED 121, HLED 221, HPRO 121 or PUBH 121)(3) Responsibility of individuals and families for the proper evaluation of health and medical information as it relates to the adequate and proper utilization of health practives and services. [close]
(3)This course is an introduction to the basic structures and operations of the United States health system and focuses on the major core challenges of the delivery of health care. The foundation and history of United States health care; the health care workforce, philosophy, nature, and scope of health organizations including hospitals, primary, ambulatory and long term care facilities; administration and financing of health care and government in the health care system will be discussed. [close]
(Prereq: Admission to the Health Promotion Program, HPRO 201 and STAT 201 or equivalent)(3)An overview of epidemiological models and quantitative research methods used by public health agencies and health care providers to analyze patterns of acute and chronic disease. [close]
(3)(Prereq: PUBH 121) This course explores the roots of health disparities among marginalized populations. It analyzes how socio-cultural determinants of health including gender, race/ethnicity, disability, religion, seniority, economics and institutional factors compound health inequities. It examines multi-level interventions steeped in health literacy, health promotion, social justice, and cultural communication to achieve health equity and promote population health. F,S,. [close]
The study of human wellness through leisure and recreation concepts. Emphasis placed on using leisure resources to increase human satisfaction, fulfillment, and quality of life; the potential for physical, mental, social, and emotional growth; and the development of individuals, communities, and societies. The course presents a variety of leisure, recreation, and wellness opportunities and alternatives to heighten the college student's awareness of available lifelong leisure activities. [close]
The significance and meaning of recreation, leisure, play, and sport in modern society. The theories of play, models of sport, and the recreational ;and sport movement in the United States. Role and scope of recreation and sport programs in the community, schools, commercial, and industrial settings. Introduction to professional and career issues in the field. [close]
(3) An overview of the role local, state and federal governments have in the provision of recreation and sport services. Provide the basic understanding of legal liability, risk management, negligence, standard of care, safety regulations, and other areas of risk management as they apply to recreation and sport. F,S. [close]
(Coreq: SCIE 101L) An introduction to the processes of science for non-science majors using the environment as a basic theme. The course, specifically designed to be the first university-level science course, draws on illustrations from all of the sciences on how to understand science and its integration into students' lives and careers. Three lecture hours per week. F,S. [close]
(Coreq: SCIE 101) Experiments, exercises, demonstrations and field experiences emphasizing the topics presented in SCIE 101. Three laboratory hours per week. F,S. [close]
An introduction to the sociological study of social interaction, social structures, social institutions, social inequalities, social change, the social construction of human life, and other selected topics. Sociology draws upon a variety of social scientific research methods, sociological concepts and social theory to reveal the social basis of everyday life by exploring the interplay between society and the individual. F,S. [close]
Theoretical perspectives on society and social behavior [close]
(Prereq: SOC 101 or SOC 102; SOC 201)(Coreq: SOC 331) Exercises and assignments to supplement the material presented in Sociology 331. F.S [close]
(Prereq: SOC 101 or SOC 102) The causes and consequences of deviant behavior in society, including such topics as mental illness, privileged deviance, drugs and alcohol, personal violence, and body modification. [close]
A socio-historical, theoretical, and empirical analysis of race and ethnicity, with primary emphasis on U.S. relations and trends. Cultural, political, and economic relationships on the basis of race/ethnicity are examined. Issues of prejudice, discrimination, and racism are explored as well as strategies for individual and collective action that promote equality and social justice for all races/ethnicities. [close]
Using a sociological frame of analysis, this course explores distinctions between collective action and social movements, conditions that facilitate their development, and their impact on social, cultural, and political policies. A wide variety of social movements in American society are examined, including the Progressive era reform movements, the labor movement, the women's movement, the environmental movement, the gay rights movement, the civil rights and other racial/ethnic movements. [close]
Examination of sociological theories, research and methodologies in the study of victims and analysis of the growth and institutionalization of victim advocacy. [close]
This course focuses on the social construction of dying and death in our society as well as the ways societal expectations, values, and norms influence practices and beliefs about death. [close]
Analysis of aging as a problem of socialization and the status of older people in society, their roles in the comnunity, demographic aspects of aging, and the impact of aging upon social institutions. [close]
Reading and research on selected subjects in sociology. Open only to juniors and seniors with the consent of the instructor. [close]
The purpose of an internship or experiential learning experience is to allow students to gain valuable work experience related to Sport Management. This experience is designed to complement the course work by combining practical and theoretical applications as related to the field. As such, this course is designed to provide a rigorous, comprehensive hands on learning in order to expand students work experience. The internship is a closely supervised field experience which requires a rigorous time and energy commitment from students. Students may opt to take internship in lieu of reseach thesis. [close]
(3)(Prereq: A grade of 'C' or better in MATH 130 or MATH 130I)(Coreq: STAT 201L) An introductory course in the fundamentals of modern statistical methods. Topics include descriptive statistics, introduction to probability, random variables and sampling distribution, linear regression and correlation, testing of hypothesis concerning one and two population samples, confidence interval estimation of parameters and introduction to one way ANOVA (analysis of variance). Primarily for students in the field of science who need basic knowledge of statistics. Students may not receive credit for this course if credits have been received from any of the following courses: Business Administration 291, or PSYC 225. Three lecture hours per week. F,S,Su. [close]
The computer lab will consist of exercises and/or lectures to accompany Statistics 201. Students will be exposed to statistical software. Laboratory exercises will consist of analyzing data using appropriate tests/methods introduced in Statistics 201. Three (3) laboratory hours per week. [close]