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2019-2020 Undergraduate Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

 
  

  • CMSCI 398 - Independent Study

    Credits: (1-3)
    This course allows for the independent study in an area of computer science. Topics are selected to meet a student’s interest or need. Permission of the instructor, department chair, dean and associate provost is required. (As needed)
  

  • CMSCI 442 - Principles of Programming Languages

    Credits: (3)
    This course is a study of the syntax, semantics and pragmatics of computer languages. Topics include language definition structure, data types and structures, control structures and data flow, run-time considerations, functional languages, lexical analysis, parsing. The languages studied will vary. Prerequisite(s): CMSCI 254 Data Structures and Algorithms (3)  or permission of the instructor. (Spring of Odd years)
  

  • CMSCI 449 - Introduction to Artificial Intelligence

    Credits: (3)
    The concepts and applications of artificial intelligence are examined. Topics may include knowledge representation, searching state space, heuristic search, expert systems, natural language processing, propositional logic, learning and cognitive models, and computer vision. Prerequisite(s): CMSCI 254  or permission of the instructor. (On a rotating basis)
  

  • CMSCI 453 - Algorithms

    Credits: (3)
    This course is an in-depth study of algorithmic design with an emphasis on applications. Topics may include algorithm analysis, design patterns, advanced tree structures, graph algorithms, computational geometry, text processing, and network algorithms. Prerequisite(s): CMSCI 228 Discrete Mathematics (3)  and CMSCI 254 Data Structures and Algorithms (3)  or permission of instructor. (Spring of Odd years)
  

  • CMSCI 459 - Computer Security II

    Credits: (3)
    Primary topics include secure programming techniques, low-level programming, reverse engineering, and penetration testing. In particular, topics include database security; mobile device security; processes for developing secure software; avoiding common security flaws; C and assembly language programming; disassemblers and debuggers; techniques used by malware; penetration-testing tools and techniques. Prerequisite(s): CMSCI 356  and CMSCI 358 . (On a rotating basis)
  

  • CMSCI 474 - Senior Project Proposal

    Credits: (1)
    Students begin work on a major computer science project by locating a client or topic; projects may come from on- or off-campus sources. Students will define the problem, perform research to determine options, decide on a general approach, and identify the major technology components. Students will be prepared to start detailed design in CMSCI 475 . Students grades are entered as Pass/Fail until after completion of CMSCI 475 , when the grade for both courses will be the grade assigned in CMSCI 475 . Prerequisite(s): CMSCI 254  or permission of the instructor. Recommended: CMSCI 349 . (Fall)
  

  • CMSCI 475 - Senior Project

    Credits: (3)
    Students complete their major computer science projects as proposed in CMSCI 474 . Students also present material from areas of interest in computer science and engage in discussion and reflection on issues of computer ethics. Prerequisite(s): CMSCI 474  or permission of the instructor. (Spring)
  

  • CMSCI 485 - Theory of Computation

    Credits: (3)
    This is an investigation into the theoretical basis of computation. Topics include a study of finite state automata, regular expressions, context-free grammars, pushdown automata, the pumping lemma, Turing machines, undecidability and intractable problems. Prerequisite(s): CMSCI 254 Data Structures and Algorithms (3)  and CMSCI 228 Discrete Mathematics (3)  or permission of the instructor. (Spring of Even years)
  

  • CMSCI 489 - Modeling and Simulation

    Credits: (3)
    This course develops mathematical models and techniques for constructing mathematical models. Topics may include population growth, epidemics, scheduling problems, predator-prey interaction, transportation, economics and stochastic models. Prerequisite(s): MATH 248  or permission of the instructor. Same as MATH 489 . (As needed)
  

  • CMSCI 492 - Practicum

    Credits: (1-3)
    Practicum presents an opportunity to gain practical experience through a one semester internship. The nature of the work experience and the number of credits must be approved in advance by the department chair. (As needed)
  

  • CMSCI 493 - Practicum

    Credits: (1-3)
    Practicum presents an opportunity to gain practical experience through a one semester internship. The nature of the work experience and the number of credits must be approved in advance by the department chair. (As needed)
  

  • CMSCI 499 - ST: Special Topics in Computer Science

    Credits: (3)
    Students work on advanced projects in software design or development, hardware design or construction, or hardware/software integration. Examples include advanced topics such as compiler construction or image processing. This course is offered at the discretion of the department with regard to the needs and aptitudes of the students. (As needed)
  

  • COMM 120 - ST: Special Topics in Communication

    Credits: (3)
    Special Topics in Communication.
  

  • COMM 125 - Essentials of Speaking and Writing

    Credits: (3)
    The course provides an opportunity to improve scholarly habits of mind and self-confidence while developing writing skills and public speaking. It concentrates on basic writing, following the writing assignment format of FSYM and oral presentation strategies. Leadership theories and practices will be used to generate topics. Viewing various types of leadership through historical models, students have an opportunity to become informed, persuaded, and inspired while enhancing their skills to be more effective communicative leaders themselves. 
  

  • COMM 160 - Video Design and Production

    Credits: (1)
    Introduction to technical and stylistic aspects of creating and producing video recordings. Includes hands-on recording and editing.
  

  • COMM 170 - Audio/Podcast Design and Production

    Credits: (1)
    Introduction to technical and stylistic aspects of creating and producing podcasts. Includes hands-on recording and editing.
  

  • COMM 180 - Web Design

    Credits: (1)
    Introduction to basic web design concepts including semantic mark-up, site navigation and planning, user personas, wireframing, and accessibility. Students will also explore modern web development strategies such as user experience design and mobile-first web development using HTML, CSS, and JQuery.
  

  • COMM 200 - Learning to Write/Writing to Learn

    Credits: (3)
    This course introduces students to forms of writing in Communication, including journalistic, argumentative and creative writing. (Fall and Spring)
  

  • COMM 201 - Media Writing

    Credits: (3)
    This course introduces the basics of writing for the mass media, which include print, broadcast, public relations and online. Students learn news judgment, concision, AP Style, active-voice writing and the “inverted pyramid.” (Fall and Spring)
  

  • COMM 203 - Interpersonal Communication

    Credits: (3)
    Study and exploration of how we use communication to create, maintain, and terminate relationships in our personal lives, families, community, and workplace environments. Special attention to developing and promoting healthy interpersonal communication habits. (Fall)
  

  • COMM 205 - WMTB Practicum

    Credits: (1)
    Credit for working on campus radio station. Practicum courses may be repeated to a maximum of 6 credits. (Fall and Spring)
  

  • COMM 206 - Mountain Echo Practicum

    Credits: (1-2)
    Credit for working on campus newspaper. Practicum courses may be repeated to a maximum of 6 credits. To earn 2 credits in a semester requires the Echo advisor’s approval. (Fall and Spring)
  

  • COMM 207 - Introduction to Public Relations

    Credits: (3)
    Study of theory and practice of the mutual understanding and image-building created between an institution and its public through effective communication. Emphasis on research, planning, communication, and evaluation of public relations. (Fall)
  

  • COMM 210 - Media and Society

    Credits: (3)
    A foundational survey in the analysis of print, broadcast, and electronic media. (Fall and Spring)
  

  • COMM 213 - Mass Communication History

    Credits: (3)
    Historical consideration of the origin, development, and persuasive effect of mass-communicated messages before printing to modern times. (Fall)
  

  • COMM 220 - Broadcast Journalism

    Credits: (3)
    Study and practice of writing for broadcast news, as well as the history of broadcast journalism. (Fall)
  

  • COMM 222 - African American Communication

    Credits: (3)
    The course considers how historical and contemporary experiences of African American communities have shaped culture and communication.  This class engages in multiple topics that influence communication dynamics such as communication competencies, constructions of race and ethnicity, religious representations, language and communication styles, political and socio-economic forces, relationships, and cultural identity negotiations. 
  

  • COMM 225 - Intercultural Communication

    Credits: (3)
    An introduction to critical and qualitative inquiry into communication among diverse cultures, including identity, interethnic/intergroup communication, and communication competency. (Spring)
  

  • COMM 230 - Public Speaking

    Credits: (3)
    A course in effective public speaking, with special attention to vocal and physical delivery and ethical persuasion. (Fall and Spring)
  

  • COMM 240 - Introduction to Communication Theory

    Credits: (3)
    An introductory survey of theories that inform understanding about the dynamics and values of communication across contexts. This course explores models of communication and theories of communication from the humanities and social sciences perspectives.
  

  • COMM 245 - Integrated Marketing Communication (IMC)

    Credits: (3)
    An introduction to the theories and practices of Integrated Marketing Communication (IMC). This course combines oral, written, and presentational technology skills within a professional communication context.
  

  • COMM 250 - ST: Special Topics in Communication

    Credits: (3)
    Special Topics in Communication.
  

  • COMM 301 - Blogging: Writing and Production

    Practicum in writing, editing, and posting blogs.
  

  • COMM 303 - Argument

    Credits: (3)
    An introduction to the method and theory of constructing oral and written persuasive arguments and refutations on a variety of topics. Students learn how to analyze, construct, and support arguments written to well-defined audiences. Counts for the Legal Studies minor. (Fall)
  

  • COMM 305 - Descriptive and Narrative Writing

    Credits: (3)
    A creative-writing course in developing a personal writing style. Emphasis on variety of forms and techniques. (Spring, even years)
  

  • COMM 311 - Media and the Catholic Church

    Credits: (3)
    This course examines the significance of media for the Catholic Church. Students will analyze the relationship between the Catholic Church and media through historical and contemporary theoretical perspectives. (Fall)
  

  • COMM 315 - News Reporting

    Credits: (3)
    Practice in newsgathering, interviewing, and journalistic writing to produce full-length media stories. Includes copyediting, feature writing, and documentary evidence. (Spring)
  

  • COMM 321 - Political Communications

    Credits: (3)
    An exploration of the main theories governing the development and presentation of political messages for public consumption. Students will participate in critical analyses of a variety of political messages, ranging from campaign artifacts to presidential rhetoric.
  

  • COMM 322 - Copyediting

    Credits: (3)
    Instruction in editing, proofreading, and preparing texts for publication. (Spring)
  

  • COMM 325 - Art of Persuasion

    Credits: (3)
    An examination of rhetorical theories from the Greek, Roman, and Christian eras. Students will complete projects that require them to apply historical theories of rhetoric to modern discourse. (Spring)
  

  • COMM 327 - Crisis Communication

    Credits: (3)
    An introduction to crisis-management principles, strategies, and communication methods. Students learn to predict and manage real-world controversies and develop crisis-management plans. (Fall)
  

  • COMM 328 - Gender and Communication

    Credits: (3)
    An examination of the intersection of gender and communication-the way socialization shapes gender and vice versa. Special focus on developing a critical understanding of power, conflict, and culture in interpersonal and mediated contexts. (Spring)
  

  • COMM 330 - Public Relations Cases

    Credits: (3)
    An examination of public-relations theory and practice applied to actual case studies. Students will explore a variety of real public-relations problems and plan responses to hypothetical situations. (Spring)
  

  • COMM 333 - Writing for the Catholic Media

    Credits: (3)
    This course examines the significance of discourse within the Catholic Intellectual Tradition. Students will explore the relationship between communication and the Catholic Church through writing and textual analysis. (Spring)
  

  • COMM 335 - Communication Law and Ethics

    Credits: (3)
    An examination of legal issues affecting the media, including the First Amendment, defamation, privacy, newsgathering, confidential sources, free press vs. fair trial, obscenity, copyright, commercial speech, and broadcasting/telecommunications, as well as ethical viewpoints from Socrates to the present. (Spring)
  

  • COMM 365 - Sport Communication

    Credits: (3)
    An introduction to the field of sport communication and its impact on American culture. Special emphasis on models of sport communication; social values and norms associated with race, gender, and identity and how they play out in the world of sport; and strategies media professionals use in writing and reporting about sports. Students will also learn about opportunities for higher education and employment within the world of sport.
  

  • COMM 372 - ST: Special Topics in Communication

    Credits: (3)
    Courses of topics of special interest suggested by faculty members or students. (As needed)
  

  • COMM 373 - Social Media

    Credits: (3)
    Study of the techniques and effects of the use of digital and online information and entertainment media. (Spring)
  

  • COMM 374 - Creative Nonfiction

    Credits: (3)
    Practice reading and writing creative nonfiction (also called literary journalism), combining factual or informational content of journalism with creative techniques like humor, imagery, metaphor, dialogue, description, and stylistic experimentation. (Fall, even years)
  

  • COMM 398 - Independent Study

    Credits: (1-3)
    A student and faculty mentor work on a special project, typically writing for publication. Permission of the supervising instructor, the department chair, and the dean of the college is required. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
  

  • COMM 480 - Internship

    Credits: (3-6)
    On-campus and off-campus opportunities to gain experience in the field of communication. (Fall, Spring, Summer)
  

  • COMM 498 - Senior Seminar

    Credits: (3)
    Capstone course in communication that focuses on future professional work and development. Students are required to complete a comprehensive portfolio of their best work for public exhibition. Prerequisite(s): Senior status. (Fall)
  

  • CPSJ 150 - Introduction to Conflict & Peace

    Credits: (3)
    Broad in approach, this introductory course examines key issues arising from within each of the 3 tracks in the Conflict, Peace, & Social Justice major: Global, Societal, and Personal/Interpersonal conflict. It therefore introduces students to basic tools required in the analysis of conflict and peacebuilding from within serveral disciplines. That said, the course raises general questions about war and direct violence, indirect and structural violence, and human responses to conflict and social injustice; it reviews initiatives for positive peace (community development, human rights, environment); and highlights opportunties for personal transformation. Required for CPSJ Majors. (Fall)
  

  • CPSJ 400 - Practicum/Internship

    Credits: (3)
    In consultation with their academic advisor, students will identify and undertake a semester-long practicum or internship that provides hands-on experience working in a program/job related to their TRACK focus. Ideally, students will undertake this in their junior or senior year, when they have acquired sufficient academic groundwork to make the experience worthwhile. The Practicum may engage local, national, or international organizations, and may be part of a Study Abroad experience. Students are encouraged to work with CORE and the Office of Social Justice as well as the Baltimore College Peace Network (www.afc.org/resource/baltimore-college-peace-network) to identify opportunities for such internships.
  

  • CPSJ 498 - Senior Seminar

    Credits: (3)
    This capstone course for CPSJ majors aims at refining students’ skills in research, writing, speaking, and critical thinking.  It will be led by faculty teaching in the CPSJ Program, who will facilitate discourse across a broad selection of conflict/peace/social justice topics, support students as they undertake their own research projects, develop their Senior Research Papers, and foster reflection on possible career paths. (fall)
  

  • CYBER 160 - Networking Administration

    Credits: (3)
    This hands-on course focuses on building and maintaining computer networks. Topics include network architecture and topologies; network hardware such as cabling, switches, and routers; basics of IP addressing and subnets; network address translation; network configuration; and basic network security. (Fall)
  

  • CYBER 161 - UNIX and Windows Operating Systems

    Credits: (3)
    In this course, students will study Windows and UNIX operating systems in depth and in a hands-on way. Topics include OS installation; configuration; working at the command line; managing users and groups; authentication; updates; logging; auditing; managing system services; backups; virtualization; and host-based security. (Spring)
  

  • CYBER 201 - Secure Systems Design and Risk Management

    Credits: (3)
    Students will be introduced to the study of risk assessment and compliance. Topics include security models, architecture, and design principles; threat and vulnerability analysis; risk assessment; risk remediation; incident handling and disaster recovery; laws affecting cybersecurity; compliance including PCI, HIPAA, and FERPA; privacy; protecting data; physical security; measuring reliability and availability; capacity planning; adversaries and targets. (Fall)
  

  • CYBER 210 - Systems Operations Management

    Credits: (3)
    In this course, students will study managing systems in an enterprise environment. Topics include systems administration; database administration; RAID management; virtualization in enterprise; cloud security; enterprise systems programming; disaster recovery; backup recovery; redundant systems; change and configuration management practices; deploying systems and applications in an enterprise; and managing data. (Spring)
  

  • CYBER 357 - Network Security

    Credits: (3)
    Students will study both the theory and practice of network security. Topics include firewalls; intrusion detection/prevention systems; proxies; VPNs; packet analysis; honeypots; network and vulnerability scanning; secure network configuration; and wireless network security. (Spring, even years)
  

  • CYBER 398 - Independent Study

    Credits: (1-3)
    This course allows for the independent study in an area of cybersecurity. Topics are selected to meet a student’s interest or need. Permission of the instructor, department chair, dean and associate provost is required. (As needed)
  

  • CYBER 400 - Cybersecurity Capstone

    Credits: (3)
    This capstone to the Cybersecurity major focuses on the ethics of cybersecurity at enterprise, national, and international levels by examining relevant stories and case studies from the news. This course follows and will reference the junior level ethics course in the core. Applications in accounting, criminal justice, business, and education are discussed. Students will complete a major project reflecting integration, application, and communication of key elements of cybersecurity. Oral and written communication skills will be emphasized throughout the course and, in particular, in the presentation of the final project. (Spring)
  

  • CYBER 492 - Practicum

    Credits: (1-3)
    Practicum presents an opportunity to gain practical experience through a one-semester internship. The nature of the work experience and the number of credits must be approved in advance by the department chair. (As needed)
  

  • CYBER 493 - Practicum

    Credits: (1-3)
    Practicum presents an opportunity to gain practical experience through a one-semester internship. The nature of the work experience and the number of credits must be approved in advance by the department chair. (As needed)
  

  • CYBER 499 - Special Topics in Cybersecurity

    Credits: (3)
    Students work on advanced projects in cybersecurity. This course is offered at the discretion of the department with regard to the needs and aptitudes of the students. (As needed)
  

  • DATA 200 - Introduction to Data Science

    Credits: (3)
    This course presents an overview of the discipline of data science: its goals, methods, tools, and scope. The R statistical computing environment is used for data manipulation, statistical analysis, and visualization. Ethical issues surrounding data collection and use will be discussed. Prerequisite(s): None. (Fall)
  

  • DATA 201 - ST: Special Topics in Data Science

    Credits: (1)
    Students work on advanced projects or study in some area of data science. Examples include machine learning, data mining, natural language processing, and applications of data science. This course is offered at the discretion of the department with regard to the needs and aptitudes of the students.
  

  • DATA 210 - Exploratory Data Analysis

    Credits: (3)
    Issues discussed in this course are the acquisition, cleaning, manipulation, transformation, and analysis of data obtained from a variety of sources. Topics include R programming, summarizing data numerically and graphically, categorical data, higher dimensional data, making and testing conjectures about data, and presenting results. Prerequisite(s): DATA 200  or permission of the instructor. (Spring)
  

  • DATA 220 - Machine Learning Models

    Credits: (3)
    The course is an overview of data science models and their application. These include statistical inference, regression, classification, machine learning, and neural networks. The course seeks to examine the assumptions, capabilities, limitations, and advantages of these models within the context of application areas. Prerequisite(s): DATA 210 Exploratory Data Analysis (3)  or permission of the instructor. (Fall)
  

  • DATA 492 - Data Science Practicum

    Credits: (1-3)
    An opportunity to gain practical data science experience through a one semester internship. The nature of the work experience and the number of credits must be approved in advance by the department chair. (As needed)
  

  • DATA 493 - Data Science Practicum

    Credits: (1-3)
    An opportunity to gain practical data science experience through a one semester internship. The nature of the work experience and the number of credits must be approved in advance by the department chair. (As needed)
  

  • ECON 101 - Foundations of Economics: Macroeconomics

    Credits: (3)
    This course introduces students to the field of economics via macroeconomics. Topics include basic concepts such as: efficiency; trade; supply, demand, and how markets function; taxes and price controls; national income accounting, inflation, and unemployment. It also explores how market/capitalist systems work and how countries can foster economic growth. It touches upon economic ideas in the development of the West with the rise of market systems from the Industrial Revolution, the battle between economic systems of capitalism and communism in the twentieth century, to questions of the economic system’s connection to society and culture today. It also covers the recent shift in macroeconomic emphasis from ad hoc attempts to steer the economy with fiscal (tax and spending) and/or monetary policies, to setting the right policy conditions for long run stability and growth. (Fall and Spring)
  

  • ECON 102 - Foundations of Economics: Microeconomics

    Credits: (3)
    This course introduces students to microeconomics: examination of economic behavior of individuals, firms, or markets. It begins with consumer theory, examining why people like goods and services and how they behave. It progresses to firm theory, e.g. production and costs, exploring such concepts as diminishing marginal productivity and economies of scale, as well as examining particular market types such as price takers, monopolies, and oligopolies. The course closes with capital and resource markets (e.g. wages, benefits, income, as well as natural resources). It often includes special applications such as market failures (e.g. externalities, public goods, information problems which are at the heart of many business/government and environmental issues), poverty, health care, education, social security, etc. Prerequisite(s): ECON 101 . (Fall and Spring)
  

  • ECON 205 - History of Economic Thought

    Credits: (3)
    A capstone course study of the development of economic thought with emphasis on the relations between economic ideas and the historical, philosophical, theological, and political circumstances of the times. Begins with the early economic concepts in the writings of the Greeks philosophers as well as scholastic theologians such as Saint Thomas Aquinas, then examines the rise of mercantilism and its relation to the development of nation states. Covers the rise of classical economics, and classical liberalism generally, with Adam Smith and The Wealth of Nations, as well the ideas of Ricardo, Malthus, and Mill. Examines the works, and errors, of Karl Marx, their correction by the marginalist economists, and the rise of neoclassical economics, e.g. Marshall, in the late 1800s. Then traces the growth in the subfields within macroeconomics and microeconomics (e.g. labor, public, environmental, public choice, etc.) since then, all within a largely neoclassical framework, and generally through the economists who developed them (e.g. Keynes). Also includes examples of applications of economics to historical circumstances. Closes with an examination of markets and cultural/moral conditions. This course is intended for all majors with a foundation in Economics. Prerequisite(s): ECON 101 -ECON 102 . Cross-listed: HIST 357.
  

  • ECON 211 - Intermediate Macroeconomic Theory

    Credits: (3)
    Genesis of national income, consumption function, multiplier and the effect of money and credit conditions on output, prices and employment. Attention to public and stabilization policy, international trade, federal budgetary problems and the supply side of the economic model. Students are required to track the performance of the U.S. macroeconomy for one semester. Prerequisite(s): ECON 101 -ECON 102 . (Spring)
  

  • ECON 212 - Intermediate Microeconomics

    Credits: (3)
    A study of the foundations of microeconomic theory and its application in the real world. Topics include the analysis of demand and supply, production, costs, value and distribution, general equilibrium and welfare. Prerequisite(s): ECON 101 -ECON 102 . (Fall)
  

  • ECON 290 - Mathematics for Economic Analysis

    Credits: (3)
    A study of the mathematical tools necessary to be an economist and a business analyst in the contemporary world. Topics include differentiation, limits, continuity, optimization, comparative statistics, linear algebra and integration. (As needed)
  

  • ECON 309 - Money and Banking

    Credits: (3)
    History, structure and functions of commercial banking and the Federal Reserve System; an analysis of money, financial intermediaries, money and capital markets, financial innovation and recent banking legislation. An evaluation of both Keynesian and monetarist views of monetary theory and policy. Prerequisite(s): ECON 101 -ECON 102 . (Spring)
  

  • ECON 310 - International Trade, Investments and Economics

    Credits: (3)
    An introduction to the economic principles underlying international trade structures, international monetary arrangements, and international business and investment. Prerequisite(s): ECON 101 -ECON 102 . (Fall)
  

  • ECON 322 - Thinking Strategically: An Introduction to Game Theory

    Credits: (3)
    An examination of game theory applications in business, economics and political science. A study of strategy in elections, legislative voting, bargaining, auctions, cooperative business ventures and economic decisions. Only high school-level math is required. (As needed)
  

  • ECON 329 - Business and Economics of Sports

    Credits: (3)
    Students examine the economic relationships surrounding professional and intercollegiate sports in the United States. Students develop a business plan for a professional sports franchise and manage the franchise through a number of economic environments, including salary caps, revenue sharing, insurance contracts, expansion and stadium/arena financing. They obtain a greater understanding of the market forces that shape professional leagues, the factors that determine player compensation, and the relationship between economic forces and competitive balance in professional sports. Prerequisite(s): ECON 101  and ECON 102 . (Fall)
  

  • ECON 340 - Management Science

    Credits: (3)
    An introduction to some of the contemporary quantitative methods used in management science and economics. Topics include probability concepts, forecasting, decision theory, linear programming, queuing theory, network models, MONTE CARLO simulation and Markov analysis. Prerequisite(s): MATH 105  or BUS 320 ; BUS 311  and BUS 250  are recommended. (Fall and Spring)
  

  • ECON 360 - Global Business and Economics

    Credits: (3)
    This course examines the challenges of globalization from the perspective of a business manager. Topics include an analysis of global and national business environments, international trade and investment, the international financial system, and international trade and investment. This includes the International Monetary Fund, the World Bank, the US Export-Import Bank, the US International Trade Commission, and other agencies. Discussions in class also include the cultural, ethical, and moral implications of these issues in international law and economics. Prerequisite(s): ECON 101 -ECON 102 ; BUS 250  is recommended. (Fall and Spring)
  

  • ECON 398 - Independent Study

    Credits: (1-3)
    Permission of the instructor, the department chair, dean of the school/college and the associate provost is required. (As needed)
  

  • ECON 399 - ST: Special Topics in Economics

    Credits: (3)
    Study of special topics in Economics. Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor. (As needed)
  

  • ECON 402 - Applied Economic Analysis

    Credits: (3)
    The objective of this course is to introduce students to a practical economic analysis. Applied analysis in economics is on the cutting edge of economic research and it is necessary for making decisions. The knowledge of theoretical models, the application of those and the use of relevant information are critical to understanding how a project or policy initiative might impact a business, an industry, public policy or the public at large. This course has three main goals: learning basic theoretical models; applying economic analysis in the areas of Micro Theory, Economic Growth, Development, Poverty and Inequality, Spatial Econometrics, Experimental Economics, Behavioral Economics, Neuroeconomics and Public Policy. Prerequisite(s): ECON 211 -212 (Offered in Spring of even-numbered years)
  

  • ECON 403 - Econometrics

    Credits: (3)
    An introduction to basic quantitative and statistical techniques commonly used in economics, particularly regression analysis. Emphasis is on good methodology and correct usage of elementary econometric techniques. Prerequisite(s): ECON 320 or MATH 105  or equivalent. (Fall)
  

  • ECON 409 - Seminar

    Credits: (3)
    An in-depth study of selected special topics in economics. Prerequisite(s): ECON 101 -ECON 102 . (As needed)
  

  • ECON 417 - The Federal Reserve Challenge

    Credits: (3)
    The Federal Reserve Challenge is a student competition organized by The Federal Reserve Bank. In this competition against other colleges, a team of students develops an analysis of the current economy and makes policy recommendations before a panel of Federal Reserve economists. This requires that students spend the semester learning how macroeconomic analysis is done, what pieces are assembled, and how they are weighted and considered. Students are required to write a substantial term paper reviewing the conditions, a summarized version of which will be part of their presentation in the competition. These pieces include the financial markets, regional markets, international trade conditions, inflation, unemployment, fiscal policy, etc. Given how economic circumstances change from year to year, this course may be taken up to three times (with designations A,B,C). (Fall)
  

  • ECON 480 - Internship

    Credits: (3)
    Opportunities for the student to engage in practical application of economic theory. Permission of the department chair. (As needed)
  

  • EDGE 343 - Globalization and Education

    Credits: (3)
    Students will examine the impact of immigration on children’s cognitive, emotional, and linguistic development in migrant and receiving communities. Through this comparative approach students will be invited to reflect anew, from international perspectives, on the effects of globalization on U.S. educational policies and on teacher-student relations in U.S. classrooms with the hope of developing global consciousness. The course will acquaint students with the differences and similarities between multicultural perspectives and approaches to educating diverse populations in the dawning century; and will empower students to critique current educational developments in Latin America, Africa, Europe and the United States in light of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and Catholic social teaching. This course satisfies the non-west core requirement. (Fall and Spring)
    Education Global Encounters
  

  • EDUC 100 - Foundations of American Education

    Credits: (4)
    Examines some of the historical, philosophical, sociological, and cultural foundations of American education. Educational policies, curriculum content, school organization, and basic teaching competencies are introduced and discussed in their relation to the changing mission of schools. Also examined are the legal, ethical, and human issues of technology and its incorporation into the classroom. Field experience is required for prospective education majors. Field experience is not required and is optional for students who do not intend to continue studies in the department of education. Students who do not register for field experience lab are required to produce an educational policy research paper instead of the field-based portfolio. Prerequisite(s): Fulfills Human and Behavioral Sciences domain requirement. (Fall and Spring)
  

  • EDUC 120 - ST: Special Topics in Education

    Credits: (3)
    A course designed to supplement regular course offerings by permitting the pursuit of a variety of educational topics. (As needed)
  

  • EDUC 202 - Materials for Teaching Reading

    Credits: (4)
    Assists teacher candidates in selecting and evaluating materials for teaching reading and related skills that are consistent with the findings of scientifically based reading research including applications of new media literacy. Teacher candidates should leave this course with an understanding of research-supported programs, reading acquisition, approaches and methods so that they can address different levels of reading proficiency within the classroom and enable students to become strategic, fluent and independent readers. Participants will utilize technology to evaluate and gather information on the web as well as use various software programs to communicate information. Participants will be prepared to involve parents and members of the school and surrounding community to promote daily reading both inside and outside of school. Field experience lab is required. Prerequisite(s): EDUC 100 . (Fall and Spring)
  

  • EDUC 208 - Learning Theory and Human Development

    Credits: (4)
    Examines how individuals learn and the psychological, social, emotional and biological development of individuals from early childhood through the young adult years. Teacher candidates will examine the interaction between aspects of human development, learning theory, and the educative process. Field experience lab is required. Prerequisite(s): EDUC 100 . (Spring)
  

  • EDUC 228 - Processes and Acquisition of Reading

    Credits: (4)
    Assists teacher candidates in understanding the reading acquisition process through observation and analysis of reading and writing language development, and the study of current issues in reading research. It is organized around current, accepted, research-based theoretical models that account for individual differences in reading. Introduction to language structures including spoken syllables, phonemes, graphemes, and morphemes is included in the course. Participants will apply knowledge of the core areas of language to reading acquisition in terms of first and second language acquisition, typical development and exceptionalities. Field experience is required. Prerequisite(s): EDUC 100 Foundations of American Education (4)   (Fall)
  

  • EDUC 313 - Instruction of Reading

    Credits: (4)
    This course assists teacher candidates in understanding the reading and writing acquisition process. Candidates will learn Instructional routines, strategies, and assessment tools to use in the five major components of reading instruction (phonological and phonemic awareness; phonics, spelling and word study; fluency development; vocabulary; and comprehension) as well as writing instruction suitable for various age and ability groups. Field experience lab is required. Prerequisite(s): EDUC 202 Materials for Teaching Reading (4)  . Lab fee applies. (Spring during Internship I)
  

  • EDUC 325 - Literacy in the Secondary Content Areas I

    Credits: (3)
    Provides teacher candidates with an understanding of the essentials of literacy processes necessary for secondary students to become proficient readers in the content areas. Participants gain an understanding of the following five areas: purposes and types of literacy, methods of assessing literacy, strategies and skills in literacy, student-centered instruction and affective dimensions of literacy. Teacher candidates also gain an understanding of digital literacy skills and new media literacy. Prerequisite(s): EDUC 208 Learning Theory and Human Development (4)  . Field experience lab is required. (Fall)
  

  • EDUC 350 - Teaching Mathematics in the Elementary School

    Credits: (4)
    Teacher candidates learn how to assist their students as they make meaning of mathematics. Emphasis will be given to the strategies, methods, and technological and informational needs for elementary math teachers.  This course will include problem solving, communication, connections and reasoning, using tools including manipulatives, technology, and children’s literature in the context of delivering mathematical instruction.  Candidates will learn about mathematics and its relationship to STEM education. Candidates will also explore, develop, and interpret assessments used at the elementary level. Candidates will be expected to make connections between university classroom experiences and field experiences. Prerequisite(s): MATH 108 Concepts of Mathematics for Teachers I (3)  , MATH 109 Concepts of Mathematics for Teachers II (3)  , MATH 211 Mathematical Thinking (3)  and EDUC 208 Learning Theory and Human Development (4)   (Spring)
  

  • EDUC 351 - Teaching Science and Social Studies in the Elementary School

    Credits: (4)
    This course will enable the teacher candidate to stimulate children to wonder, to be good observers and problem solvers, to make predictions and to offer explanations, as well as to help young students construct their own knowledge of scientific principles and concepts.  Teacher candidates will be acquainted with the themes and content in social studies instruction, and will present instructional techniques, materials, and methods effective in the elementary social studies classroom.  Candidates will examine science in relationship to STEM practices.  Candidates will also explore, develop, and interpret assessments used at the elementary level. Candidates will be expected to make connections between university classroom experiences and field experiences.  Prerequisite(s): GNSCI courses (Spring)
 

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