May 04, 2024  
2017-2018 Course Catalog 
    
2017-2018 Course Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 Course numbering

— 100 to 499 Undergraduate

— 500+  Graduate

Abbreviations

ACCT - Accounting
MATH - Mathematics
BIOL - Biology
MFTH - Marriage and Family Therapy
CHEM - Chemistry and Biochemistry
MGMT - Management
COMP - Computers
MUGU - Music (Guitar)
COUN - Counseling
MUPI - Music (Piano)
CRMJ - Criminal Justice
MUSC - Music
DANC - Dance
MUVO - Music (Violin)
DRAM - Drama
NURS - Nursing
EASL - English as a Second Language NUTR - Nutrition
ECSE - Early Childhood/Special Education
PHCY - Pharmacy
ECON - Economics
PHED - Physical Education
EDUC - Education
PHIL - Philosophy
ENGL - English PHYA - Physician Assistant
FIAR - Fine Arts
PHYS - Physical Science
FREN - French
POLS - Political Science
HDFS - Human Development/Family Studies
PPOA - Public Policy and Advocacy
HINF - Health Informatics
PSYC - Psychology
HIST - History
PUBH - Public Health
IABS - Institute of Autism and Behavioral Studies
RELS - Religious Studies
INFT - Information Technology
SOCL - Sociology
INTD - Interdisciplinary
SOCW - Social Work
INTS - International Studies
SPAN - Spanish
LCPR - Latino Community Practice
SPEC - Special Education
LING - Linguistics
SPST - Sports Studies
 
WMST - Women’s Studies
 
  
  • MFTH 572 - Marriage and Family Therapy Practicum II


    3 Credits
    Continuation of MFTH 571 - Marriage and Family Therapy Practicum I . Students must pass Practicum II with a B- grade or higher in order to advance to Practicum III.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the program director
  
  • MFTH 573 - Marriage and Family Therapy Practicum III


    3 Credits
    Continuation of MFTH 572 - Marriage and Family Therapy Practicum II . Students must pass Practicum III with a B- grade or higher in order to advance to Practicum IV.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the program director
  
  • MFTH 574 - Marriage and Family Therapy Practicum IV


    3 Credits
    Continuation of MFTH 573 - Marriage and Family Therapy Practicum III . Students must pass Practicum IV with a B- grade or higher in order to advance to Practicum V.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the program director
  
  • MFTH 575 - Marriage and Family Therapy Practicum V


    3 Credits
    Continuation of MFTH 574 - Marriage and Family Therapy Practicum IV . Students must pass Practicum V with a B- grade or higher in order to advance to Practicum VI.
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the program director
  
  
  • MFTH 580 - Human Development


    3 Credits
    A study of human development from a lifespan perspective: birth through death. Emphasis on the developmental tasks of infancy, childhood, adolescence and young adulthood. Explores research and theory of psychosocial development.
  
  • MFTH 581 - DSM and Psychopathology


    3 Credits
    Diagnostic procedures using the DSM. Challenges students to understand and evaluate each mental disorder from a broader social constructionist and systemic perspective. Students review recent knowledge and practice developments within the major diagnostic categories through the lens of cultural and personal discourse. Students are required to achieve a B- grade or higher in this course.
  
  • MFTH 582 - Gender and Diversity in Family Therapy


    3 Credits
    Attitudes, beliefs, values, assumptions and biases concerning gender and diversity, and how these affect the work of a therapist treating couples and families. Specific emphasis on identifying gender issues in the therapeutic process, exploring approaches toward incorporating gender in clinical theory and practice, and examining the influence of cultural and ethnic diversity upon marriage and family therapy.
  
  • MFTH 583 - Human Sexuality and Sex Therapy


    3 Credits
    Various theories, research and clinical interventions of sex therapy. Introduction to sexual development issues that influence marital and sexual relationships. The clinical management and treatment of sexual dysfunctions.
  
  • MFTH 592 - Special Topics in MFTH


    1 to 3 Credits
    The presentation of courses not currently offered in the MFTH curriculum. May be offered for 1-3 credits.
  
  • MFTH 593 - Child Development and Play Therapy


    3 Credits
    This course is an overview of Play Therapy with children ages 2 through 12 years. We will examine a variety of children’s issues with an emphasis on understanding how to therapeutically use a combination of play therapy and psychotherapeutic techniques with children. This course will sensitize students to the power of play as a symbolic communication and its capacity for therapeutic growth, healing and transformation in children. The class will review the definition, history and basic assumptions of play therapy. Special attention will be given to process and skills along with the application of therapeutic strategies to high-incidence childhood emotional and behavioral disorders and problems. The course will include lecture, instructor-led discussion of assigned readings (books and journal articles) and case material, discussion and self/instructor critique of student role play, experiential activities and student presentations. Play therapy instruction will assist students to actively participate in a process by which they strive to:

    1. Demonstrate culturally and developmentally appropriate therapeutic skills to work with children and their families
    2. Become and remain aware of how their own cultural backgrounds, influences and biases (i.e., self-of-therapist) impact their work with children and families
    3. Acquire and continually seek knowledge about how cultural backgrounds, influences and biases operate in the lives of their clients.

  
  • MFTH 596 - Intro to Medical Family Therapy


    3 Credits
    This course is designed to provide an introduction to the field of Medical Family Therapy (MedFT) using a biopsychosocial lens. MedFT approaches that are used to treat the family effects of medical illnesses will address several of the core competencies of MedFTs.  Required readings and assignments provide exposure to current trends in the field, including medical terminology of common medical illnesses, empirically supported interventions and opportunities for collaboration with medical professionals. The methods for delivery of this course will include lecture, instructor-led discussion of assigned readings, (books and journal articles) and case material, guest lectures by professionals in the medical community, experiential activities and student presentations. Instruction will assist students to actively participate in a process by which they strive to 1) demonstrate therapeutic skills to work with patients, their families and the multidisciplinary teams of professionals that assist with medical care, 2) become and remain aware of how their own cultural backgrounds, influences and biases (i.e., self-of-therapist) impact work with patients, their families and the medical field, and 3) acquire and continually seek knowledge about how cultural backgrounds, influences and biases operate in the lives of their clients. (3 credits)
  
  • MFTH 597 - Research Methods


    3 Credits
    This course is designed to develop an understanding of basic research methods in social science, specifically the field of marriage and family therapy. This course will attend to processes of applied research methods, including those that relate to research of family system dynamics. Students will develop abilities in research interpretation, critique and application using APA format.
  
  • MFTH 598 - Marriage and Family Therapy Capstone


    3 Credits
    This course provides advanced marriage and family therapy students an opportunity to demonstrate a cumulative understanding and integration of core theoretical knowledge and clinical competence in the field. Course assignments will integrate previous course content related to the major theoretical approaches, ethical guidelines, multicultural awareness and research methods. Supervision evaluations and professional development feedback that the student has received throughout training will also be included as a measure of clinical competency and professional readiness. Students are expected to:

    1. Develop a cohesive theory of therapy that describes their personal philosophy of change 
    2. Prepare for licensing in Connecticut
    3. Identity professional feedback from instructors throughout the program

  
  • MGMT 101 - Business in a Changing World


    3 Credits
    An overview of business in a changing world. Includes various forms of business organizations, how they operate and the fundamental concepts and knowledge necessary to understand and appreciate the intricacies of business. Topics include: management, marketing, accounting, financial systems, economics, international perspectives, securities markets, and the legal and ethical considerations of business. Open to non-majors.
  
  • MGMT 205 - Personal Financial Literacy


    3 Credits
    Introduction to a range of economic and financial concepts and principles that will enable students to make informed judgments and effective decisions throughout their lives as they face an increasing array of financial alternatives. Instruction provides a comprehensive review in the areas of career building; money and credit management; housing and other consumer decisions; insurance; investment opportunities and retirement planning. Open to non-majors. (QR)
  
  • MGMT 210 - Dynamics of Management


    3 Credits
    Basic management functions in a dynamic environment. Integrates insights from systems theory, organizational theory, organizational behavior and management science. Specific topics include planning and decision making, organizing staffing, leadership and control.
    Prerequisite(s): MGMT 101 - Business in a Changing World  or permission of instructor
  
  • MGMT 220 - Human Resource Management


    3 Credits
    This course provides an overview of the legal, social and economic context for human resource management in today’s hypercompetitive global environment. Topics include: strategic planning, talent recruitment and selection, performance management, compensation, learning and development, and labor-management relations.
    Prerequisite(s): MGMT 101 - Business in a Changing World  
  
  • MGMT 230 - Human Behavior in Organizations


    3 Credits
    This course examines the relationship between individual and organizational behavior and the human resource function, including interpersonal communication, group behavior, inter-group conflict and cooperation, systemic organizational behavior and the relationship between organizations and the external environment.
    Prerequisite(s): MGMT 101 - Business in a Changing World  
  
  • MGMT 245 - Microcomputer Applications in Business


    3 Credits
    An introduction to the use of the micro-computer as a business tool. Emphasis on the application of electronic spreadsheets, database management, graphics and communications. Students expand upon their basic knowledge of presentation graphics with the introduction of advanced features of these software applications. Exploration of the Internet and overview of microcomputer concepts will also be included as components of this course. Cross-listed with INFT 245 - Microcomputer Applications in Business . (IT)
    Prerequisite(s): COMP 100 - Introduction to Computers  or permission of instructor
  
  • MGMT 250 - International Business


    3 Credits
    An international perspective in business decision-making. Topics include fundamentals of international trade, foreign direct investment, international finance, multinational enterprises, international management and corporate strategies. (GI)
    Prerequisite(s): MGMT 101 - Business in a Changing World  
  
  
  • MGMT 306 - Investment Management


    3 Credits
    Analysis of the instruments, structures, composition and the mechanics of the securities market. Relevant risk/return criteria in the buying and selling of stocks, bonds and options. Use of computerized stock selection methods.
    Prerequisite(s): MGMT 305 - Financial Management  or permission of instructor
  
  
  • MGMT 315 - Leadership Theory/Practice


    3 Credits
    A review of the leadership literature with an emphasis on current theory, complemented by an examination of leadership practice, drawing from a variety of sources.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing
  
  • MGMT 320 - Women in Management


    3 Credits
    Legal, political and economic status of the American working woman. Focus on barriers encountered by the career-oriented woman as she seeks to demonstrate her managerial capabilities in a variety of organizations. (WS)
    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing or permission of instructor
  
  • MGMT 325 - Quantitative Methods for Managerial Decisions


    3 Credits
    The quantitative skills needed to function effectively in today’s business environment. Application of quantitative techniques to managerial, economic and financial problems. Decision analysis, forecasting models, linear programming, inventory control, critical path analysis, queuing models and applied probability functions. Emphasizes a practical approach to why, when and how students can apply quantitative reasoning to business problems. (QR)
    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 261 - Statistics and Research Methods for the Behavioral Sciences I  or MATH 110 - Elementary Statistics  
  
  • MGMT 330 - Labor Management Relations


    3 Credits
    The labor movement and federal labor legislation as a background for an examination of labor’s rights and objectives. Process of establishing employee representation, union/management practices, strategies of collective bargaining, impasse resolution, strikes, contract administration and court action. Includes implications of Title VII, the Civil Rights Act and labor relations in the public sector.
    Prerequisite(s): MGMT 210 - Dynamics of Management  
  
  • MGMT 336 - Compensation and Benefits


    3 Credits
    Compensation theory and practices as well as analysis of employee benefit programs. Topics include the philosophy of compensation, legal factors impacting compensation and issues of integrating compensation strategy with broader organizational goals.
    Prerequisite(s): MGMT 220 - Human Resource Management  or permission of instructor
  
  
  • MGMT 381 - Leadership, Innovation and Entrepreneurship


    3 Credits
    This is an introductory overview of entrepreneurship and is a survey course. We will be dissecting the entrepreneurial process and focusing on the role that leadership and innovation play. We will seek to answer the question of why start a new venture and formulate strategies on how to keep the venture rolling after inception. This is a seminar, so class participation and preparation are very important toward giving the instructor a basis for grading performance and progress. Some class time will be devoted to research and completion of in-class exercises.
    Prerequisite(s): MGMT 101 - Business in a Changing World  
  
  
  • MGMT 391 - Advanced Marketing Management


    3 Credits
    The role and importance of marketing in the economic system. Marketing management with emphasis on the international marketing environment, marketing information systems, marketing research, consumer and organizational buying behavior, competitor analysis and strategies, social responsibility and marketing ethics, and the selection of target markets. Involves in-depth analysis of case studies.
    Prerequisite(s): MGMT 390 - Marketing Management  or permission of instructor
  
  • MGMT 392 - Marketing Research


    3 Credits
    This course requires students to conduct in-depth market research including a full environmental scan in preparation for the development of a marketing plan for their new enterprise. Research will include a scan of funding needs and resources.
    Prerequisite(s): MGMT 390 - Marketing Management  and MGMT 391 - Advanced Marketing Management  or permission of instructor
  
  • MGMT 400 - Operations Management


    3 Credits
    Concepts and techniques for the design, operation and control of operations management systems. Statistical, schematic and graphic methods of analysis used as integral parts of the production function in manufacturing and service industries.
    Prerequisite(s): MGMT 325 - Quantitative Methods for Managerial Decisions  and Senior standing
  
  • MGMT 405 - Financial Aspects of Conservatorship/Guardianship


    3 Credits
    This course analyzes the key processes involved in guardianship of the estate: decision-making (substituted judgment versus best interests) regarding income and property, asset management planning, annual financial accounting, and entitlement program eligibility guidelines and application processes (including cash, medical, housing, energy and education/training assistance social programs). Recommended: MGMT 205 - Personal Financial Literacy . Cross-listed with PPOA 405 - Financial Aspects of Conservatorship/Guardianship .
  
  • MGMT 410 - Ethical Considerations in Business


    3 Credits
    An introduction to ethical theory and its application to business decisions. Corporate responsibility in the areas of employee rights, conflicts of interest, information disclosure, self-regulation and the environment. (VE)
    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing
  
  • MGMT 420 - Business Law I


    3 Credits
    Analysis of the legal rights and obligations of business organizations in the conduct of their business dealings. Special emphasis on the law of contracts and sales. Topics include the law of torts, substantive criminal law, personal property and bailments, agency and employment law.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior standing
  
  • MGMT 425 - Business Law II


    3 Credits
    Examination of the Uniform Commercial Code with special emphasis on commercial paper and secured transactions. Covers modern bankruptcy law and the governing partnership and corporate forms of business organization.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior standing
  
  • MGMT 430 - Negotiation and Conflict Resolution


    3 Credits
    Study of conflict resolution, integrating the theory and practice of negotiations to identify the relationship between theoretical principles and actual behavior. Employs an experiential learning model to prepare the student to negotiate effectively.
    Prerequisite(s): Senior standing or permission of instructor
  
  • MGMT 450 - Business Strategy


    3 Credits
    Capstone course for all business majors includes the study of the principles that guide senior executives in strategic planning and decision-making. Extensive use of case studies.
    Prerequisite(s): All core Management courses and senior standing
  
  • MGMT 485 - Internship


    3-6 Credits
    Planned, supervised experience with a business, industry, government or not-for-profit organization.
    Prerequisite(s): Management major at junior or senior level and permission of department chairperson
  
  • MGMT 495 - Advanced Independent Study


    3 Credits
    For Management majors who wish to pursue a special topic in greater depth.
    Prerequisite(s): Approval by faculty advisor and department chairperson
  
  • MGMT 499 - Coordinating Seminar


    3 Credits
    Students select topics for study subject to the approval of their faculty advisor. Students present their research in writing or orally during the last semester of the Senior year. 
    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the department chairperson
  
  • MGMT 500 - Special Topics


    3 Credits
  
  • MGMT 501 - Managing and Developing the High Performance Organization


    3 Credits
    How organizations change, the impact of technology on performance and the human dimension of a company. Based on a systems approach to organizations. Topics include change, knowledge workers, teams, complexity, technology, communication, organization design and human systems. Other contemporary areas such as TQM, CQI, Hot Groups and systems thinking form the basic premise for the course.
  
  • MGMT 502 - Management Information Technologies


    4 Credits
    This course covers management information technologies as a strategic asset that organizations use to develop competitive advantage, change organizational processes and improve organizational effectiveness. The issues, strategies and tactics for managing the innovation, use and infusion of MIT in organizations. Information systems in sales, marketing, finance and operations; the nature of technological change; technology’s competitive impact; how to manage the acquisition, generation and commercialization of new technologies; and human and ethical issues concerning technology.
  
  • MGMT 506 - Marketing and Stakeholder Relations


    3 Credits
    The concepts and processes involved in the marketing discipline and its impact on a technological society. Includes internal and external marketing, global issues, positioning, buyer behavior, the impact of various marketing research techniques, advertising, market models and stakeholder relations. Addresses the maximizing of revenue and profit, and steady company/organizational growth.

     

  
  • MGMT 507 - Financial Management for Successful Organizations


    4 Credits
    Major financial and investment decisions made by corporations. Topics include capital budgeting, debt policy, portfolio theory, net present value and asset pricing. Emphasizes financial management as a decision-making tool in contemporary, technologically driven organizations.
    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 505 - Accounting Strategies for Decision-Making  
  
  • MGMT 508 - Business Decisions and Ethical Dimensions


    3 Credits
    Dominant ethical theories with an emphasis on Christian ethics. Students review the literature on the role of ethics in decision-making in a technologically driven world. Using the case study method, students apply ethical theory to historical, current and hypothetical business, government and societal situations.
  
  • MGMT 511 - Management and Transformational Leadership


    3 Credits
    The skills and behaviors that enable managers to become effective leaders in transforming their organizations. Issues include collaboration, people-centered leadership, systems thinking, effective use of teams, motivational skills, human performance and assessment of outcomes.
  
  • MGMT 512 - Management, Technology and Change


    3 Credits
    The needs of managers regarding the impact of technology in changing the organization and enhancing productivity. Topics include change management, implementation, self-directed teams, future technologies, technology as a tool for change, decision-making technologies, uncertainty, innovation and risk.
  
  • MGMT 513 - Managing in a Global Environment


    3 Credits
    The information, skills and talents needed to guide a company as it competes in the global economy. Topics include global competition, global mindset, global strategy and cultural issues such as values, ethics, customs, politics and economics.
  
  • MGMT 514 - Management of Diversity


    3 Credits
    The skills and behaviors that enable managers to be successful in dealing with today’s diverse workforce. Topics include gender, race and lifestyle issues in an organization, and the impact of diversity on productivity, creativity and innovation in the workforce.
  
  • MGMT 515 - Strategic Management


    3 Credits
    Capstone course covers the skills and behaviors that enable a manager to engage in strategic planning, policy development and outcomes assessment. Topics include strategic planning, mergers and acquisitions, strategic alliances, reorganization and restructuring of organizations, policy development, market strategies and strategic issues and methods. Students are assigned a major comprehensive project such as developing a strategic business plan for a new business or product launch, or a major case study requiring the development of a strategic plan for a merger or acquisition.
    Prerequisite(s): Completion of all required core Management courses
  
  • MGMT 516 - Managing Health Care Delivery Systems


    3 Credits
    Emphasis on the skills and knowledge needed today and in the future to effectively manage in the health care industry. Covers the many components of the health care delivery system, such as hospitals, ambulatory facilities, community-based services, long-term care and private practice. Topics include financial, operational, regulatory and clinical aspects of management. Factors such as reimbursement, technology, staffing, leadership, organizational design and complexity, and for-profit and not-for-profit aspects of the system are covered in relation to current and future systems.
  
  • MGMT 517 - Legal Aspects in Health Care Management


    3 Credits
    The complex legal problems related to health care systems management. Topics include care, technology, methods of care and liability regarding care. Covers management issues such as risk management, corporate restructuring, government regulations and organized labor.
  
  • MGMT 518 - Third-Party Payer Systems and Managed Care


    3 Credits
    Addresses the topics of managed care and various other payer systems, the future of managed care and how these systems will impact the access, availability and quality of health care. Examines methods of managing health care systems in the current environment.
  
  • MGMT 519 - Joint Ventures and Alliances in Health Care Management


    3 Credits
    Using case studies, this course explores joint ventures, alliances and the effect of intersecting, crossover technologies on health care management. Includes the study of health care delivery systems in this country in general terms as well as various sub-industries, such as drug development and managed care. Also addresses the implications of joint ventures and alliances, including marketing, operations, human resources, finance,and stakeholder value. Students analyze a recent health care system-related merger with the tools provided in this class.
    Prerequisite(s): MGMT 516 - Managing Health Care Delivery Systems , MGMT 517 - Legal Aspects in Health Care Management  and MGMT 518 - Third-Party Payer Systems and Managed Care  
  
  • MGMT 520 - Introduction to Homeland Security


    3 Credits
    Homeland security and its impact upon federal, state and local public safety; focuses on strategic goals for homeland security; responding to man-made and natural disasters including domestic and international terrorism; agency partnerships to combat terrorism; and managing rescue and relief efforts. Includes public policy issues, inter-agency cooperation and anti-terrorism technologies.
  
  • MGMT 521 - Law Enforcement and Judicial System Issues


    3 Credits
    Addresses terrorism and counterterrorism policies at the federal and state levels; law enforcement and homeland security; the Patriot Act and Homeland Security Act of 2002, and legal challenges about civil rights and civil liberties, including privacy issues, policy development and the historical view of policy changes, as well as intelligence and information-sharing technologies.
  
  • MGMT 522 - Command Management and Operations


    3 Credits
    Unified Command through police, fire and emergency medical services; critical incident management including decision-making, infrastructure and key asset analysis; public health and bio-terror issues; managing the crisis response through planning, communication and media relations.
  
  
  • MGMT 526 - Project Management


    3 Credits
    This course investigates the increasing use of projects to accomplish limited duration tasks in our society’s many organizations and the unique style of administration required to manage them. Projects considered include R & D studies, campaigns, construction and emergency operations. The course covers some of the basic issues related to managing projects in organizations including the concepts of project planning and organizations, budget control and project scheduling.
  
  • MGMT 527 - Project Risk Management


    3 Credits
    This course investigates the increasing use of risk management in projects to accomplish limited duration tasks in our society’s many organizations and the unique style of administration required to manage it. The course covers some of the basic issues related to managing risk and provides direction as a continuous practice in projects and organizations. Risk management can be used to continuously assess what can go wrong in projects, determine and prioritize risks by importance and implement strategies to deal with these risks. Focuses on the methods and tools that can be used to perform risk management.
  
  • MGMT 528 - Project Estimation, Scheduling and Control


    3 Credits
    This course focuses on the topics of project estimation, scheduling and control as management’s knowledge and understanding of project management has matured to the point where many companies regard project management as mandatory for survival. Project cases include R & D studies, campaigns, construction and emergency operations.
  
  • MGMT 529 - Project Management in Practice


    3 Credits
    This course extends and builds upon the concepts, procedures and fundamental processes of project management within an integrative framework. The course emphasizes that, for most organizations, projects are the primary means for implementing strategic initiatives. The course covers issues related to managing projects in organizations including the procedures and processes of project management as practiced in business, developing an understanding of how to build and manage effective project teams, and become familiar with the critical components of effective project plans.
    Prerequisite(s): MGMT 526 - Project Management , MGMT 527 - Project Risk Management  and MGMT 528 - Project Estimation, Scheduling and Control  
  
  • MGMT 536 - Introduction to Health Informatics


    3 Credits
    Introduces students to the major concepts in Health Informatics, including the need for technology in health care. Students will explore the various technology platforms used in health care, health care data and information management and the laws and regulations regarding technology and data. This course helps students build an overall framework for subsequent coursework. Cross-listed with HINF 536 - Introduction to Health Informatics .
  
  • MGMT 537 - Electronic Health Records


    3 Credits
    In this course students will learn the basics of Electronic Health Records and Health Information Exchange. Students will learn the purpose, design and function of these EHR systems along with the legal and regulatory guidelines. Emphasis will be placed on the organizational demands, health care user needs and the hands-on uses of EHR systems. Cross-listed with HINF 537 - Electronic Health Records .
  
  • MGMT 538 - Health Database Design and Management


    3 Credits
    Using a relational database as the model, this course covers the value of data in modern world, knowledge representation and data modeling, database access and design, and SQL language. Specifically, students will experience the application of database concepts into health data and information. Cross-listed with HINF 538 - Health Database Design and Management .
  
  • MGMT 539 - Health Data Mining


    3 Credits
    In this course students will be educated about data representation, data mining and knowledge discovery. Students are expected to understand the basic computational algorithms used in biomedical and text data mining and will be exposed to some data mining tools to develop hands-on health data mining experience. In addition, students will discuss the value and ethical issues of health data mining, and the impact and value of “big data” in the 21st century. Cross-listed with HINF 539 - Health Data Mining .
    Prerequisite(s): MGMT 538 - Health Database Design and Management  
  
  • MGMT 595 - Independent Study/Research


    1-6 Credits
    Students select a topic or project to pursue through independent or small group work. Application forms for independent study/research must be approved by your faculty advisor, department chair and dean of the school.
  
  • MGMT 596 - Independent Study/Research


    1-6 Credits
    Students select topic or project to pursue through independent or small group work. Application forms for independent study/research must be approved by your faculty advisor, department chair and dean of the school.
  
  • MUGU 188 - Guitar


    1 Credits
    One-half hour a week, each semester. Private instruction fee: $200.
  
  • MUGU 199 - Guitar


    2 Credits
    One hour a week, each semester. Private instruction fee: $400.
  
  • MUPI 188 - Piano


    1 Credits
    One-half hour a week, each semester. Private instruction fee: $200.
  
  • MUPI 199 - Piano


    2 Credits
    One hour a week, each semester. Private instruction fee: $400.
  
  • MUSC 112 - Instrumental Ensemble


    1 Credits
    Practical experience in performing ensemble, open to qualified students at the discretion of the instructor. Audition required. May be repeated for additional credit.
  
  • MUSC 113 - Class Piano - Beginner Level


    2 Credits
    A group class in the fundamentals of piano playing for beginner-level piano students, which includes piano playing, related theory and history, and written material. Emphasis on opportunities for piano ensemble performance.
  
  • MUSC 114 - Class Piano - Intermediate Level


    2 Credits
    A group class in the fundamentals of piano playing for intermediate-level piano students, which includes piano-playing, related theory and history, and written material. Emphasis on opportunities for piano ensemble performance.
  
  • MUSC 126 - Fundamental Elements of Music


    3 Credits
    The introductory study of Music, its history and development through the centuries. Selected composers and their works are analyzed and discussed. The study of reading music notation and terminology, scales, keys, simple harmonization, elementary forms, ear training, dictation, basic keyboard progressions and recorder instruction. This class may be a prerequisite for private applied lessons, as recommended by the applied music instructor.
  
  • MUSC 200 - Special Topics


    3 Credits
    Study of major musical genres, periods or composers. May be taken twice for credit.
  
  • MUSC 236 - History of Music I


    3 Credits
    The study of music of the Western world from earliest times through the Renaissance and Baroque period (1750). We will analyze and discuss performance styles, musical forms, composers and instruments of each period. (LAS) (HE)
  
  • MUSC 237 - History of Music II


    3 Credits
    The study of music of the Western world from the Classical Period (18th century) through the Romantic and 20th century periods. We will analyze and discuss performance styles, musical forms, composers and instruments of each period. (LAS) (WR) (HE)
  
  • MUSC 295 - Exploratory Independent Study


    3 Credits
    An extended and in-depth study of music history or theory to supplement the needs of individual students minoring in Music. Complements course work already accomplished in the field of Music.
  
  • MUSC 300 - Special Topics


    3 Credits
    Study of major musical genres, periods, or composers. May be taken twice for credit.
  
  • MUVO 188 - Voice


    1 Credits
    One-half hour a week, each semester. Private instruction fee: $200.
  
  • MUVO 199 - Voice


    2 Credits
    One hour a week, each semester. Private instruction fee: $400.
  
  • NURS 200 - Foundations of Professional Nursing


    3 Credits
    This course introduces the student to the history, philosophy, art and science of professional nursing. We discuss the historical development of the profession, and Nightingale’s philosophical basis for practice. Emphasis on legal and ethical considerations of practice, documentation and licensure. The nursing process is introduced along with patient’s rights, confidentiality and informed consent. All material is presented with a multicultural focus, preparing the student to work with diverse populations.
    Other: Nursing majors only
  
  
  
  • NURS 219 - Health Assessment and Clinical Skills


    4 Credits
    This course introduces the student to the beginning clinical skills and health assessment techniques of professional nursing practice. Classes are held in the Nursing laboratory. Content and skills are integrated and practiced with the assistance of the director of the Nursing laboratory and the course faculty. Students will have several off-campus opportunities to practice newly acquired skills in a long-term care setting. Lab fee: $240.
    Prerequisite(s): NURS 200 - Foundations of Professional Nursing  and   
  
  • NURS 220 - Health Assessment and Clinical Skills (ASD)


    4 Credits
    This course introduces the student to the beginning clinical skills and health assessment techniques of professional nursing practice. Classes are held in the Nursing laboratory. Content and skills are integrated and practiced with the assistance of the director of the Nursing laboratory and the course faculty. Students will have several off-campus opportunities to practice newly acquired skills in a long-term care setting. Lab fee: $350.
    Prerequisite(s): NURS 201 - Foundations of Professional Nursing (ASD)  and NURS 227 - Principles of Pathophysiology (ASD)  
    Other: Accelerated Second Degree Program only
  
  
  • NURS 229 - Pharmacology for Nursing (ASD)


    3 Credits
    This course presents the principles and concepts of drug classifications including basic pharmacotherapeutics, pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, contraindications, precautions and adverse drug interactions. The course content provides a foundation of basic pharmacology necessary for a nurse in general practice and includes nursing management during drug therapy, such as patient-specific observation assessments, interventions and patient and family education to promote and restore health across the lifespan.
    Prerequisite(s): NURS 201 - Foundations of Professional Nursing (ASD)  and NURS 227 - Principles of Pathophysiology (ASD)  
    Other: For ASD program only
  
  • NURS 302 - Leadership and Management of Issues in Professional Practice (ASD)


    3 Credits
    This course provides students with an opportunity to identify and reflect upon their personal developing leadership/management style. Leadership and management theories will be identified and discussed relative to issues confronting the nursing profession including social, political  and economic influences. Inter-professional approaches to the resolution of problems are presented, enhancing leadership ability through decision-making, collaboration and management skills. 
  
  • NURS 306 - Community and Public Health Nursing (ASD)


    6 Credits
    This course provides an introduction to public health and community health nursing principles. The course content and clinical experiences will focus on the nursing process as it applies to individuals, families and populations in the community. Students will have clinical experiences within diverse community settings. (4 credits didatic, 2 credits clinical)
    Other: Open only to Advanced Second Degree Program.
  
  • NURS 310 - Nursing Research


    3 Credits
    At the completion of this course, students will have an understanding of Nursing science and the relationship between philosophy of science and Nursing research. The students will compare and contrast research paradigms and develop an understanding of the research process. Based on this understanding, students will develop skills to analyze and evaluate published Nursing research reports. In addition, students will understand how evidence-based practice is the foundation for professional Nursing.
    Prerequisite(s): Junior nursing status
    Corequisite(s): NURS 319 - Clinical and Theoretical Nursing across the Lifespan II  
  
  
 

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