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BA 337 - International Legal and Ethical Environment of Business 4.00 credits.
An introduction to the study of international business law, the function and importance of public international law, the role of public and private international organizations, and public policy and ethics in setting standards and guidelines for international business. An understanding of the legal problems associated with economic integration within the European Union and North America is emphasized.
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BA 347 - Global Supply Chain Management (EGR 347) 4.00 credits.
This course focuses on the management of supply chain processes and performance. It will be valuable for students who would like to pursue a career in supply chain, operations, logistics of a manufacturing or distribution firm. We explore important supply chain metrics, primary tradeoffs in making supply chain decisions, and basic tools for effective and efficient supply chain management, production planning and inventory control, order fulfillment and supply chain coordination. We will also investigate topics such as global supply chain design, logistics, and outsourcing, several other recent supply chain innovations. The class format includes lectures, case discussions, guest speakers, and simulation games. The content covers both quantitative and qualitative materials. The cases will feature companies in the service industry, as well as firms in more traditional industries such as apparel and manufacturing. *Prerequisite(s): BA 248 . Spring semester.
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BA 350 - European Union Simulation I (PS 350) 4.00 credits.
Study of the principles and theories of European integration; the history of the current European Union (E.U.), from the Treaty of Rome to the present; and the structure and functioning of the European Union, including class participation representing an E.U. Member State in the annual Mid-Atlantic European Union Consortium E.U. Simulation in Washington, D.C. Signature Learning Experience: Community-Based Learning. Fall semester.
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BA 360 - Washington Institute (PS 360) 4.00 credits.
The course highlights relationships between the legislative, executive, independent agencies, and third-party institutions that directly affect how policy is made in the United States. The course exposes students to the mechanism that is used to formulate policy for the United States. The Institute will focus heavily on international policy and the inner workings of the various institutional agents that participate in the process of making policy. Students will observe and develop a critical sense of how to weigh the various interests before policy is ultimately made. Students will learn to examine the purpose of policy and evaluate how it will impact on various industries. *Prerequisite(s): BA 101 . Signature Learning Experience: Community-Based Learning. Register by Instructor.
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BA 365 - Human Resource Management 4.00 credits.
A unique overview of the Human Resource Management (HRM) function in terms of practicality and real-world application, the processes and methods used in HRM planning, along with techniques for conducting job analysis, writing job descriptions, equal employment opportunity compliance, recruiting and selecting employees, orientation, training and development, appraising employee performance, and maintaining employee discipline are examined. Varied instructional methods include lecture, small group discussion, document creation and case-study analysis. *Prerequisite(s): BA 265 .
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BA 367 - International Management 4.00 credits.
An approach to global economy through the analysis of managerial practices in international companies regardless of their sizes, focusing upon the key success factors of managing a company across national boundaries. The students’ understanding of the field of international business from a managerial perspective is based on the integration of the learned concepts and tools with real-world applications. *Prerequisite(s): BA 265 .
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BA 370-378 - Special Topics in Business Variable credit.
Courses of special interest to the student and the instructor offered on an occasional basis. This course is repeatable for credit.
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BA 380 - Entrepreneurship 4.00 credits.
An assessment and development of entrepreneurial skills, emphasizing a “hands-on” approach based on case studies on entrepreneurial ventures, writing business plans on opportunities identified by students, experiential exercises and executive speakers (entrepreneurs, investors and consultants). In-class topics enable students to understand the entrepreneur’s profile, and to acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to create, start, finance, manage and grow a new venture.
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BA 382 - Entrepreneurial Marketing 4.00 credits.
This course provides students the opportunity to assess and develop their entrepreneurial skills. The class emphasizes essential marketing concepts and tools and their real-life application by entrepreneurs. The topics covered in class include innovative and informal marketing approaches, which will enable students to understand the marketing side of a successful entrepreneurial business. This hands-on approach is based on class discussion and interaction, executive speakers (entrepreneurs, investors and consultants), case studies on entrepreneurial ventures, and experiential exercises and applications. *Prerequisite(s): BA 215 .
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BA 384 - The Family as Entrepreneur 4.00 credits.
This course systematically explores the entrepreneurial process within the context of the family. It provides students with an integrated theory and practice approach to the family as entrepreneur. Families who act as entrepreneurs must learn how to pass on the mindset and methods for creating new streams of wealth across many generations rather than simply pass the business to the next generation. Fall semester.
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BA 385 - New Venture Creation 4.00 credits.
This class provides students the opportunity to demonstrate the skills necessary to write a business plan for a new venture and to exhibit the capacity to develop sustainable business models on identified entrepreneurial opportunities. The class emphasizes a “hands-on” approach based on class discussion and interaction, a final project, presentations, case studies, experiential exercises, and guest speakers who have gone beyond the “what if…?” stage to actually creating adventure where nothing existed before. Spring semester.
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BA 400 - Senior Project in Business Variable (0.00 to 3.00) credit(s).
Students who have been invited and accepted to participate in the Honors in the Discipline Program may register for this course in the semester in which the research or creative project is completed. Completion of this course does not assure recognition for Honors in the Discipline. Signature Learning Experience: Supervised Research. Register by Instructor
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BA 412 - Financial Derivatives - Futures and Options 4.00 credits.
This course introduces derivative markets and their primary instruments with emphasis on real-world applications of theoretical models. The fundamental of derivatives, valuations of typical derivatives such as futures, forwards, swaps, and options, plus using derivatives in risk hedging and speculations will be discussed. At the conclusion of this course, students will gain an understanding of the theoretical underpinnings of derivatives and the practical skills in constructing and evaluating dynamic hedging strategies using futures and options. *Prerequisite(s): BA 325 .
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BA 416 - Marketing Management 4.00 credits.
Integrating marketing theories and concepts for strategic planning and implementation. This course draws on previous course work in marketing, with special emphasis on the application of marketing theories. Case studies will be primary learning tools. *Prerequisite(s): BA 215 and BA 325 . Signature Learning Experience: Capstone Experience.
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BA 420 - Financial Institution Management 4.00
This course seeks to provide students with a solid understanding of: terms, facts, and perspectives useful in financial institutions’ management; concepts, tools, and objectives financial institution managers use in framing and resolving various issues; forces shaping the financial service industry environment for financial institution managers, e.g., changes in the information and contracting technologies, changes in the mixture of domestic and global competitors, and interactions of innovations with rules enforced by self-regulatory organizations and government agencies. *Prerequisite(s): BA 248 and BA 325 .
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BA 424 - Investments 4.00 credits.
This course emphasizes the various classes of investments available to the investor, sources and uses of investment information, and security and capital market valuation. Fundamental concepts, theories and techniques of investing in different assets are provided. Portfolio management is introduced. *Prerequisite(s): BA 325 .
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BA 425 - Advanced Financial Management 4.00 credits.
An advanced course in corporation/business finance, in which major topic areas such as capital budgeting, working capital management, leasing, mergers and financing are examined in depth. Cases, readings and problems are used to illustrate the concepts covered. *Prerequisite(s): BA 325 . Signature Learning Experience: Capstone Experience.
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BA 426 - Student Managed Investment Portfolio 2.00 credits.
This course provides real-time management of assets and an introduction to the investment management business. Emphasis is on information analysis, security selection, fund management, teamwork and communication. *Prerequisite(s): BA 424 .
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BA 430 - Advanced Legal Issues for Managers 4 credits.
This course builds on the foundations from Legal Environment of Business by exploring more advanced concepts in the American legal system through a managerial approach with an analytical focus on legal, regulatory, and ethical issues that impact business entities. The advanced course allows students to develop a more sophisticated level of legal acumen and deeper understanding of how managers use the law to add value to the firm in business operations and planning. This course builds on fundamental concepts introduced in the 300-level courses. *Prerequisite(s): BA 330 or BA 337 .
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BA 450 - Entrepreneurship in Emerging Economies 4.00 credits.
This course is targeted towards students who plan to become involved with entrepreneurial ventures across the emerging global economy either immediately after graduation, or at some future point in their careers. The course is meant to help students evaluate and analyze international opportunities in their capacity as 1) founders of or early hires in international ventures; and/or 2) investors in, or advisors to, international ventures; and/or 3) Potential partners or acquirers of international ventures. Signature Learning Experience: Community-Based Learning. Register by Instructor.
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BA 466 - Operations and Production Management 4.00 credits.
A junior-/senior-level course in which the students combine classroom study of operations and production management methodologies with field trips to manufacturing and service organizations. Students are given the most recent management methods for maximizing outcomes of the production and service functions at minimal cost, while achieving superior levels of customer satisfaction. *Prerequisite(s): BA 265 .
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BA 470-474 - Internship in Business Variable (0.00 to 4.00) credit(s).
Combined academic goals, abstract/theoretical and experiential learning through an internship assist in the reflection, analysis and integration of experiences and insights gained through internships with the academic theory, principles, concepts, and social and ethical dimensions of the discipline and subject area. This strengthens students’ lifelong-learning skills, professional and public-speaking skills, personal and professional values and ethics, and self-confidence and clarifies personal and career goals. Students must complete at least 125 hours of internship assignment over a 12-week period (eight weeks in summer). A maximum of twelve credit hours from Accounting 471 and Business 470-474 may be earned. Additional credits count as free electives. Signature Learning Experience: Internship. Register by Instructor. This course is repeatable for credit.
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BA 475 - Business Co-Operative Fellowship 0.00 credits.
Business students are eligible to supplement their academic coursework with experiential learning through a business cooperative (co-op) fellowship. The fellowship is normally conducted in a student’s junior year and is typically completed within the four-year time frame of a Bachelor’s degree. Business co-op fellows work full time (35+ hours/week) at an approved co-op site while still maintaining their status as full time students. During the co-op semester, students are charged an administrative fee. Graded Pass/No Pass. Register by Instructor.
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BA 479 - Internship / Co-op in Business Variable (0.00 to 12.00) credit(s).
Students gain work experience with a business organization or government agency on a full-time basis, either during the regular semester or the summer. *Prerequisite(s): Junior or senior standing; Business or International Business major; approval of instructor; and pre-approved placement. Signature Learning Experience: Internship. Register by Instructor. This course is repeatable for credit.
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BA 480-489 - Independent Study in Business Variable credit.
Opportunity for students to engage in independent study in some area of business administration. *Prerequisite(s): Approval of Department Chair and the Independent Study Committee. Register by Instructor. This course is repeatable for credit.
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BA 490 - Arts Administration Strategy (FPA 490) 2.00 credits.
Arts Administration Strategy is a project-based capstone course for the Minor in Arts Administration. It brings together the many strands and themes of the Arts Administration curriculum and gives students the opportunity to synthesize concepts and develop analytical, presentation, professional, and career readiness skills.
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BA 494 - Family Business Governance and Succession Planning 4.00 credits.
The backbone of the U.S. economy is represented by family-owned businesses, entrepreneurial ventures, and small and medium sized companies. To compete better with other companies, family businesses need to professionalize their business practices. This is an advanced family business course, topical in nature, which will address topics such as the following: communication in the context of the family enterprise, navigating generational differences, succession planning, family governance, best practices in Human Resources, strategic management, and inter-generational leadership development. Various family business executives will be invited on a rotation basis, to share their perspectives with students. These executives are renowned business experts, who are running successful family businesses and regularly give lectures on the best practices in family business governance, in PA and nationally. The course will be taught using an experiential learning approach, through a combination of simulations, case study analyses, practical projects and other hands-on activities. Students will benefit from the highly practical approach. Signature Learning Experience: Capstone Experience. Register by Instructor. Spring semester.
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BA 495 - Business Policy and Corporate Strategy 4.00 credits.
A comprehensive and integrative course that builds on knowledge acquired in the prior business classes, this class offers the opportunity to integrate that knowledge through a cross-functional approach. The focus is understanding how companies craft and implement strategies that preserve and create sustainable competitive advantage. *Prerequisite(s): Senior status. Signature Learning Experience: Capstone Experience.
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BA 497 - International Business Seminar 4.00 credits.
As a capstone course in international business, the course is designed to provide both the theoretical perspectives and the practical applications of global business. The course integrates concepts, principles and practices from prior courses in accounting, management, finance and marketing to prepare students for a successful career in international business. *Prerequisite(s): Senior status and International Business majors. Signature Learning Experience: Capstone Experience. Register by Instructor.
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BA 498 - Seminar in Marketing 4.00 credits.
Drawing on students’ foundational course work in marketing, this course examines current marketing topics in more depth and with more rigor. Research and/or projects are primary learning tools. *Prerequisite(s): BA 215 . This course is repeatable for credit.
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BA 499 - Seminar in Management 4.00 credits.
Advanced study management course is topical in nature in order to provide a comprehensive examination of contemporary management issues, including but not limited to organizational design, policy formulation, leadership, motivation and corporate culture. *Prerequisite(s): BA 265 and senior status. Signature Learning Experience: Capstone Experience.
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Economics Courses |
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EC 101 - SSC Principles of Macroeconomics 4.00 credits.
(Social Sciences Core Course)
An introduction to a country’s gross domestic product. Topics covered include factors affecting a country’s output of goods and services, the role of fiscal policy and monetary policy in dealing with inflation and unemployment, the Federal Reserve system and the goal of price stability, causes and consequences of budget deficits, and factors affecting trade deficits and exchange rates.
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EC 102 - SSC Principles of Microeconomics 4.00 credits.
(Social Sciences Core Course)
Topics covered include the basis for decision-making by economic agents, utility maximization by consumers, the demand curve, profit maximization by firms, diminishing returns and input choice, optimal output and price for a firm in various market structures, market failure, income inequality, and comparative advantage and international trade.
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EC 280 - International Organizations Seminar Variable (2.00 or 3.00) credits.
The course deals with the subject of development and the role of international organizations in promoting it around the world. We study the origins of the United Nations, the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund and the World Trade Organization; trace their evolution through the decades; and explore the (changing) role of the multilateral institutions in promoting development. We consider, in particular, the major problems of development facing the world today, and how these organizations can tackle them. Signature Learning Experience: Community-Based Learning. Register by Instructor. Spring semester.
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EC 301 - Intermediate Microeconomics 4.00 credits.
Description of the theory of the consumer and the firm. Topics include analytical treatment of maximization of utility and profits, resource use and allocation, market structures and welfare analysis. *Prerequisite(s): EC 102 .
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EC 302 - Intermediate Macroeconomics 4.00 credits.
The course describes macroeconomic theories to explain the business cycle. Factors affecting major macroeconomic variables such as gross domestic product, inflation and interest rates. Policies for attaining full employment and price stability. *Prerequisite(s): EC 101 .
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EC 307 - International Economics 4.00 credits.
The basic concepts of international trade and payments. Impact of globalization. Commercial policy. Role of multilateral institutions. *Prerequisite(s): EC 101 .
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EC 309 - Introduction to Mathematical Economics 4.00 credits.
The course provides an introduction to techniques of mathematical modeling in economics and business. Linear algebra. Cramer’s Rule. Comparative statics. Differential calculus. Unconstrained and constrained optimization. First order and second order conditions for an extremum. Dynamic optimization. Use of mathematical software. Several applications in microeconomics, macroeconomics, operations management and finance. *Prerequisite(s): MA 121 .
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EC 311 - Economic Development 4.00 credits.
Theories of international trade and economic growth. Capital flows. Migration. Role of institutions and NGOs. Policies for improving social welfare. Emphasis on developing countries. *Prerequisite(s): EC 101 .
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EC 370-378 - Special Topics in Economics Variable credit.
Courses of special interest to the student and the instructor offered on an occasional basis. This course is repeatable for credit.
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EC 400 - Senior Project in Economics 0.00 credit.
Students who have been invited and accepted to participate in the Honors in the Discipline Program may register for this course in the semester in which the research or creative project is completed. Completion of this course does not assure recognition for Honors in the Discipline. See Department Chair for additional information. *Prerequisite(s): Invitation to Honors in the Discipline Program. Signature Learning Experience: Supervised Research. Graded Pass/No Pass. Register by Instructor.
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EC 402 - Game Theory 4.00 credits.
A study of strategic interactions game theory offers an extensive toolbox useful for analysis of various competitive and cooperative settings. Course covers static, dynamic as well as different information situations. *Prerequisite(s): .
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EC 410 - Econometrics 4.00 credits.
The course provides an introduction to econometrics, a branch of economics associated with statistical methods and applied data analysis. It provides both theoretical and applied frameworks necessary for data analyses. Both mathematical statistics and basic Stata programing are introduced. Simple and multiple regression models, problems with regression such as causality, heteroskedasticity, multicollinearity and omitted variables are discussed along with time series and instrumental variables. *Prerequisite(s): MA 251 , EC 101 , and EC 102 . Signature Learning Experience: Supervised Research.
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EC 480-489 - Independent Study in Economics Variable credit.
Independent study and research on a problem or topic in the field of economics. *Prerequisite(s): Permission of the Department Chair and Independent Study Committee. Register by Instructor. This course is repeatable for credit.
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Chemistry Courses |
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CH 101 - NPS General Chemistry: Practical Principles 4.00 credits.
(Natural and Physical Science Core Course)
This course is a one-semester survey of chemistry intended primarily for non-science majors. The main objective is to raise the students’ awareness of the chemistry in the world around them and to allow them to appreciate its importance and purpose. Chemistry is in the air, lakes, rivers, our clothes, computers, food, our bodies – in essence, it is everywhere. Chemistry is also in the news when we hear about forensic analysis, DNA sequencing, drug design, new ceramic or plastic materials, new computer chips, …, etc. This course presents chemistry in the context of real-world examples, be it in the area of forensics, food chemistry, chemistry of the body, and the like; the specific choice is left to the instructor. The examples presented lead to the introduction of scientific and chemical principles, which are then applied to achieve an appropriate solution or understanding. *Prerequisite(s): High school algebra. *Corequisite(s): CH 101L. Hours: lecture, 3; laboratory, 3. Spring semester.
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CH 105 - NPS Fundamentals of Chemistry: Introduction to Molecular Science 4.00 credits.
(Natural and Physical Science Core Course)
An introduction to the study of the material world from a conceptual, model-building viewpoint. Topics include: elements and compounds, atomic composition and electronic structure, bonding and molecular structure, physical properties, thermodynamics and reaction kinetics. *Prerequisite(s): High school chemistry and algebra. *Corequisite(s): CH 105L. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. Fall semester.
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CH 109 - NPS Introduction to Forensic Science 4.00 credits.
(Natural and Physical Science Core Course)
Scientific principles are applied to the analysis of evidence found at a crime scene. Fingerprints, bloodstains, drugs, paint chips, broken glass, and strands of hair are all valuable evidence for solving crimes, but only if they are properly collected and analyzed. This course provides an overview of the field of forensic science and ties in the scientific concepts underlying the various techniques. CH 109 as a stand-alone course will satisfy Natural and Physical Non-Lab Science Core. Fall semester.
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CH 110 - NPS Forensic Science Laboratory 2.00 credits.
(Natural and Physical Science Core Course)
Designed to parallel the topics covered in CH 109 . Analytical methods for analyzing evidence commonly found at crime scenes. Microscopic, wet bench, and instrumental techniques are covered. *Prerequisite(s): CH 109 . This combination of CH 109 and CH 110 earns Lab Science credit and will only satisfy one of the required two Natural and Physical Science Core requirements. Spring semester.
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CH 113 - Organic Chemistry I 4.00 credits.
An introduction to the principles guiding the structure of organic molecules and how structure affects reactivity. Both structure and reactivity will be approached from kinetic, thermodynamic, and mechanistic viewpoints. Topics include bonding, stereochemistry, nomenclature, conformational analysis, substitutions, eliminations, addition reactions, and instrumentation applied to carbon compounds. The importance of organic compounds across disciplines and in everyday life will be emphasized. *Prerequisite(s): a grade of C- or above in CH 105 . *Corequisite(s): CH 113L. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. Spring semester.
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CH 201 - Laboratory Methods in Chemistry 2.00 credits.
This course presents a number of laboratory techniques that are used in many of the upper-level chemistry (and other science) courses. These techniques include: keeping a laboratory notebook, making careful volumetric and gravimetric measurements, performing statistical analysis and writing a report. *Prerequisite(s): CH 105 . Hours: lecture 1, laboratory 3. Fall semester.
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CH 213 - Organic Chemistry II 4.00 credits.
A continuation of CH 113 , that builds on the principles of structure and reactivity from kinetic, thermodynamic, stereochemical, and mechanistic viewpoints. An emphasis will be placed on synthesis and reaction mechanism with a focus on the chemistry of aromatic compounds and the carbonyl group. The importance of organic compounds across disciplines and in everyday life will be emphasized. *Prerequisite(s): a grade of C- or above in CH 113 . *Corequisite(s): CH 213L. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. Fall semester.
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CH 214 - Chemical Instrumentation 4.00 credits.
Instrumental methods of analysis. Electrochemical, spectrophotometric, and chromatographic methods are discussed. Laboratory introduces a variety of analytical instruments and associated methods, including computer-based data analysis. *Prerequisite(s): CH 213 and CH 201 . *Corequisite(s): CH 214L. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 4. Spring semester.
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CH 242 - Physical Inorganic Chemistry 4.00 credits.
Thermodynamic stability and bonding in ionic and covalent inorganic substances. Inorganic reactivity in acid-base and oxidation-reduction systems. Some descriptive chemistry of main group and transition metal elements. Laboratory is designed to acquaint students with synthetic methods in organic and inorganic chemistry and purification and identification. *Prerequisite(s): CH 213 . *Corequisite(s): CH 242L. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. Spring semester.
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CH 291 - Independent Research in Chemistry Variable (1.00 to 3.00) credit(s).
An independent experimental or theoretical investigation under the close supervision of a faculty member and designed specifically for students who are too early in their course work to begin CH 491 , CH 496 , or CH 471 . *Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. Register by Instructor. Fall semester. This course is repeatable for credit.
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CH 292 - Independent Research in Chemistry Variable (1.00 to 3.00) credit(s).
An independent experimental or theoretical investigation under the close supervision of a faculty member and designed specifically for students who are too early in their coursework to begin CH 491 , CH 496 or CH 471 . *Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. Register by Instructor. Spring semester. This course is repeatable for credit.
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CH 323 - Biochemistry I 3.00 credits.
3.00 credits. The integration of principles introduced in previous courses, including general biology, general chemistry, and organic chemistry, applied towards an understanding of living matter. Structures, functions, and metabolism of the major classes of biomolecules are emphasized. *Prerequisite(s): BIO 111 , CH 213 , and an additional 200-level biology or chemistry and biochemistry department course. Fall semester.
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CH 324 - Biochemistry II 3.00 credits.
A continuation of CH 323 , with an emphasis on the integration and regulation of metabolism of biomolecules. *Prerequisite(s): CH 323 . Spring semester.
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CH 326 - Techniques of Biochemistry 2.00 credits.
Techniques used in experimental investigations in biochemistry. *Corequisite(s): CH 323 . Hours: laboratory 4. Fall semester.
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CH 327 - Techniques of Biochemistry II 2.00 credits.
A continuation of CH 326 . *Prerequisite(s): CH 326 *Corequisite(s): CH 324 . Hours: laboratory 4. Spring semester.
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CH 343 - Atoms and Molecules 4.00 credits.
An investigation of the fundamental structure of atoms and molecules and their interactions. The basics of quantum mechanics are presented and applied to the systems of interest. Chemical properties are interpreted from the molecular level. Specific application is made to spectroscopy. *Prerequisite(s): PHY 202 , MA 122 , CH 214 , and CH 242 . *Corequisite(s): CH 343L. Hours: lecture 3, laboratory 3. Fall semester.
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CH 344 - Physical Chemistry of Matter 3.00 credits.
Molecules are brought together to form matter. Building upon the quantum description of the previous course, statistical mechanics is applied leading to the formalism of thermodynamics. This is then extended to the treatment of electrochemistry. The course also covers chemical kinetics from a fundamental perspective. *Prerequisite(s): CH 343 . Hours: lecture 3. Spring semester.
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CH 344L - Physical Chemistry of Matter Laboratory 1.00
Techniques used in theoretical and experimental investigations in Physical Chemistry. *Corequisite(s): CH 344 . Hours: laboratory 3.
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CH 361 - Chemistry Seminar I 0.00 credit.
Part of a two-semester seminar sequence, CH 361 challenges students to critically evaluate how chemistry is communicated to a range of audiences through the written and spoken word. In addition to completing a major writing piece, students are required to deliver at least one oral presentation, as well as attend and evaluate the oral presentations of their peers. Students must enroll in both CH 361 and CH 362 to receive a letter grade, which is awarded at the completion of CH 362 . Hours: seminar 1. Fall semester.
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CH 362 - Chemistry Seminar II 1.00 credit.
Part of a two-semester seminar sequence, CH 362 challenges students to critically evaluate how chemistry is communicated to a range of audiences through the written and spoken word. In addition to completing a major writing piece, students are required to deliver at least one oral presentation, as well as attend and evaluate the oral presentations of their peers. Students must enroll in both CH 361 and CH 362 to receive a letter grade, which is awarded at the completion of CH 362. *Prerequisite(s): CH 361 . Hours: seminar 1. Signature Learning Experience: Capstone Experience. Spring semester.
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CH 370-378 - Special Topics in Chemistry Variable credit.
Study of an advanced topic, experimental or theoretical, of interest to the student. *Prerequisite(s): Department Chair approval. Register by Instructor. This course is repeatable for credit.
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CH 402 - Advanced Inorganic Chemistry 3.00 credits.
A study of the elements and their compounds based upon atomic and molecular structure. *Prerequisite(s): CH 242 . Hours: lecture 3. Fall semester.
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CH 414 - Advanced Instrumental Analysis 4.00 credits.
Modern analytical methods, applications and instrumentation. *Prerequisite(s): CH 214 . Hours: lecture 2, laboratory 4. Fall or spring semester.
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CH 421 - Advanced Organic Chemistry 3.00 credits.
A study of organic reactions based on experimental and advanced theoretical studies. *Prerequisite(s): CH 213 . Hours: lecture 3. Fall or spring semester.
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CH 455 - Integrated Chemistry Laboratory I 1.00
Investigation of a research problem requiring integration and application of knowledge and techniques from several different areas of chemistry. The course is taught jointly by all members of the department. *Prerequisite(s): Senior standing or permission of instructor. Hours: laboratory 3. Signature Learning Experience: Capstone Experience.
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CH 456 - Integrated Chemistry Laboratory II 1.00
Investigation of a research problem requiring integration and application of knowledge and techniques from several different areas of chemistry. The course is taught jointly by all members of the department. *Prerequisite(s): Senior standing or permission of instructor. Hours: laboratory 3. Signature Learning Experience: Capstone Experience.
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CH 461 - Chemistry Seminar III 0.00 credit.
Part of a two-semester seminar sequence, CH 461 challenges students to critically evaluate how chemistry is communicated to a range of audiences through the written and spoken word. In addition to completing a major writing piece, students are required to deliver at least one oral presentation, as well as attend and evaluate the oral presentations of their peers. Students must enroll in both CH 461 and CH 462 to receive a letter grade, which is awarded at the completion of CH 462 . Hours: seminar 1. Signature Learning Experience: Capstone Experience. Fall semester.
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CH 462 - Chemistry Seminar IV 1.00 credit.
Part of a two-semester seminar sequence, CH 462 challenges students to critically evaluate how chemistry is communicated to a range of audiences through the written and spoken word. In addition to completing a major writing piece, students are required to deliver at least one oral presentation, as well as attend and evaluate the oral presentations of their peers. Students must enroll in both CH 461 and CH 462 to receive a letter grade, which is awarded at the completion of CH 462. *Prerequisite(s): CH 461 . Hours: seminar 1. Signature Learning Experience: Capstone Experience. Spring semester.
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CH 471 - Internship in Forensic Science Variable (2.00 to 6.00) credits.
Work experience in a laboratory that performs forensic science analysis. The laboratory must be an ASCLD-certified laboratory (listed at www.ascld-lab.org/legacy/aslablegacylaboratories.html). The internship is normally performed during the summer months and need not be located near the College. A maximum of six credit hours from Chemistry 471 may count as chemistry electives. Additional credits count as free electives. Signature Learning Experience: Internship. Register by Instructor. This course is repeatable for credit.
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CH 472 - Internship in Chemistry Variable credit.
Students gain off-campus work experience in a chemical or biochemical laboratory. A maximum of six credit hours from Chemistry 472 may count as chemistry electives. Additional credits count as free electives. *Prerequisite(s): Approval of the department chair Signature Learning Experience: Internship. Register by Instructor. This course is repeatable for credit.
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CH 480-489 - Independent Study in Chemistry or Biochemistry Variable credit.
Individual study in areas of interest for students capable of conducting independent research. *Prerequisite(s): Approval of the Department Chair and the Independent Study Committee. Register by Instructor. This course is repeatable for credit.
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CH 491 - Research in Chemistry Variable (1.00 to 4.00) credit(s).
An original experiment or theoretical investigation under the close supervision of a faculty member. Experimental design and a written report are required. Signature Learning Experience: Supervised Research. Register by Instructor. Fall semester. This course is repeatable for credit.
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CH 492 - Research in Chemistry Variable (1.00 to 4.00) credit(s).
An original experiment or theoretical investigation under the close supervision of a faculty member. Experimental design and a written report are required. Signature Learning Experience: Supervised Research. Register by Instructor. Spring semester. This course is repeatable for credit.
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CH 496 - Independent Problems in Chemistry Variable (1.00 to 4.00) credit(s).
An independent experimental or theoretical investigation under the close supervision of a faculty member. Experimental design and a written report are required. *Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor. Register by Instructor. This course is repeatable for credit.
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HCH 207 - HNR NPS Chemistry and Politics of Cancer and AIDS 4.00 credits.
(Natural and Physical Science Core Course - Honors)
This interdisciplinary course seeks to rectify the science of two deadly diseases with the public policy that has been established around these diseases. Many of us have preconceived notions about how we view AIDS and cancer, but does the actual biochemical basis of these diseases correlate well with their corresponding public policies? Honors students only.
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Communications Courses |
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COM 105 - Fundamentals of Speech 4.00 credits.
Basic instruction on developing poise and confidence in speaking. Emphasis is placed on verbal and nonverbal communications, research, outlining, speech preparation, use of visual aids, and the rudiments of group dynamics and discussion. Spring semester, odd-numbered years.
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COM 120 - Introduction to Communications Theory and Practice 4.00 credits.
In this course students study communication as a field of study focusing both on human and mediated communication (news, persuasion, entertainment). As theories provide the means to understand, explain, predict and implement communication processes and events. This course will also expose students to significant media history to inform the current applications of media in society, business and mass communication environments. *This course is required of all Communications majors and minors.
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COM 130 - Visual Communications 4.00 credits.
In this course students study the design, theory and development of production in visual communication including digital photography, new media design and basic print design principles. Students will apply aesthetics and concepts learned to the production of visual media projects. *Prerequisite(s): Declared or intended communications major or declared communications minor or permission of the instructor.
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COM 145 - CE Digital Photography (ART 145) 4.00 credits.
(Creative Expression Core Course)
This is a course in beginning digital photography. Photography will be dealt with as a photojournalistic form and an art form. No prior knowledge or experience in the arts or photography is expected. Demonstrations and supervised lab periods will be used to instruct students in basic camera and PhotoShop techniques of digital photography. Individual and group critiques/discussions of student photography will be held. Discussion of photographic history, criticism and aesthetics will be used to help the student understand class projects and to increase appreciation of photographic traditions and contemporary trends.
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COM 210 - Public Performance and Presentation 4.00 credits.
Students become proficient at translating the written word into a professional oral performance. Exercises and projects develop competence in a variety of areas appropriate to any of the Communications concentrations that may be chosen by a major. This course is an advanced professional speaking course, which allows students to experience various presentation formats with the focus on one organization. *Prerequisite(s): COM 120 .
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COM 211 - Introduction to Writing Across the Media 4.00 credits.
In this course students study the application and importance of clear, logical writing necessary for success in print, broadcast and online project management. Grammar, language skills and Associated Press style will be introduced and refined. *Prerequisite(s): COM 120 .
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COM 220 - Audio Applications and Techniques 4.00 credits.
The technical and aesthetic fundamentals of the radio industry and audio production fields are explored in this course, including an advanced examination of writing and production materials for radio/audio programming. An in-depth analysis of the audio medium - including commercials, news, documentaries, digital editing and special programs - will be undertaken. Through the development of analytical, technical and critical skills, the student will become knowledgeable in writing and producing a complete range of audio projects. A general overview of the history of audio broadcasting is included. Students are required to purchase production materials for the course. *Prerequisite(s): COM 120 and COM 130 . Spring semester.
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COM 230 - Video Applications and Techniques 4.00 credits.
The technical and aesthetic fundamentals of the television industry and video production fields are explored in this course, including an advanced examination of writing and production materials for television/video programming. An in-depth analysis of the video medium, including commercials, news, documentaries, digital editing and special programs, will be undertaken. Through the development of analytical, technical and critical skills, the student will become knowledgeable in writing and producing a complete range of video projects. A general overview of the history of video broadcasting is included. Students are required to purchase production materials for the course. *Prerequisite(s): COM 120 and COM 130 . Fall semester.
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COM 235 - Multimedia Application for Corporate Communication 4.00 credits.
This course addresses theory and principles of multimedia (audio and video) as applied in business and organizational settings. This course emphasizes achieving an organization’s goals through informing, persuading, and entertaining while applying the foundations of theory, planning, scripting, storyboarding, and production. *Prerequisite(s): COM 120 and COM 130 . Fall semester.
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COM 248 - Communication Law and Ethics 4.00 credits.
An examination of the law related to the field of communications as well as its history and effects. Current ethical issues are explored through case studies. Analysis of legal and ethical issues affecting the media - including the First Amendment, defamation, privacy, news gathering, obscenity, copyright and broadcasting/telecommunications - and the views of philosophers from Socrates to the present. *Prerequisite(s): COM 120 .
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COM 251 - International Communications 4.00 credits.
The course is an examination of the systems of communications around the world. It is designed to examine the human experience as an American by exploring the sociocultural, economic, political and scientific/technical impact of communications. Spring semester, odd-numbered years.
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COM 252 - HUM Multi-Cultural Communications 4.00 credits.
(Humanities Core Course)
The course is designed to study issues of diversity and the media by investigating the audience, content and institutions of communications. Cultural perceptions will be explored as they relate to an individual’s beliefs on diversity such as race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, class and disability. A research and field experience will challenge students to analyze and formulate their own views. Fall semester.
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COM 261 - Introduction to Cinema 4.00 credits.
This course is an introduction to cinema studies including the history of cinema, methodologies of filmmaking and criticism, and critical analysis of film. Throughout the semester, students will learn to actively watch and analyze a variety of films, as well as the general application of critical film analysis, the history of film from the early experimental films produced at the turn of the century through the rise of the “Studio System,” alternative cinema and “New Hollywood,” and contemporary filmmaking. Major film theories and theorists will be explored contemporaneously and critically analyzed.
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COM 310 - Digital Media Convergence and Design 4.00 credits.
This course is an examination of convergence in mass media and how that convergence impacts website design. Through theory, application and practice, students will learn about media convergence and its place in the new media landscape. Emphasis will be placed on proper design and evaluation of websites. *Prerequisite(s): COM 120 and COM 130 , or ART 207 and COM 130 . Fall semester.
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COM 314 - Magazine Management and Feature Writing 4.00 credits.
This course focuses on the writing, editing, production and management skills in the magazine publishing industry. Skills needed to write as a freelance writer and staff writer in the magazine industry are developed. Story titles, openings, closings, structures, research and query letters are examined. The impact of new media on the traditional print magazine also is explored. The course culminates with the production of a mass circulation publication - The Jay Crew magazine. *Prerequisite(s): COM 211 . Spring semester, odd-numbered years.
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COM 316 - Writing and Reporting for Broadcast 4.00 credits.
This course serves as an introduction to the styles and techniques of writing for the broadcast media. Emphasis is given to conceptualizing, writing and editing news copy for television and radio as well as copy for commercial and public service campaigns. *Prerequisite(s): COM 211 , COM 220 and COM 230 . Fall semester.
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COM 330 - Communication Research Methods 4.00 credits.
In this course students use social science methods to analyze the role of communications (corporate and mass communication) to solve current challenges. Students will pursue research projects in which theories are applied and tested using the scientific method. Students learn both theoretical and methodological concepts for documenting applied research in communications, including but not limited to public opinion polling, market research and qualitative methods, focusing on surveys, content analysis, focus groups and audience analysis. *Prerequisite(s): Junior standing in the communications major or minor.
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COM 333 - Organizational Communication 4.00 credits.
Through theory, application and practice, this course explores aspects of organizational communication in order to prepare students for the challenges of organized activity at work, in the community, and in the family. *Prerequisite(s): COM 120 .
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COM 351 - Public Relations 4.00 credits.
A study of the theory and practice of public relations, its role in administration, its role in society, and its potential as a career. Course content addresses strategies and tactics of public relations in commercial, nonprofit and government organizations. *Prerequisite(s): COM 211 . Fall semester.
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COM 355 - Writing for Corporate Communications 4.00 credits.
In this course students study a survey of strategic writing activities that address the most common and best practices in corporate communication, included but not limited to project management documents, media relations documents, and corporate media production documents. *Prerequisite(s): COM 211 . Fall semester.
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COM 358 - Introduction to Marketing Communications 4.00 credits.
Skills are provided in blending concepts and applications of marketing communications that integrate advertising, public relations, sales promotion and other organizational efforts into a strategic viewpoint in a global/international environment. Students are taught from an integrated marketing communications perspective with respect to planning, implementation and control of marketing communications campaigns. *Prerequisite(s): COM 351 . Spring semester.
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