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BM 499C - Senior Comprehensive Examination 0 cr.
Prerequisite: Senior Standing
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CHE 100 - Introduction Chemistry 3 cr.
This course will prepare students for General Chemistry. This course will serve as an elective for students. Co-requisite CHE 100L
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CHE 100L - Introduction Chemistry Laboratory 1 cr.
An overview of chemistry which will include atomic structure, English-metric unit conversion, chemical nomenclature, the mole concept, stoichiometry (ratios and proportions), chemical reactions, and (solutions/pH if time permits).
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CHE 104 - Introductory Organic and Biological Chemistry 3 cr.
Topical principles of general chemistry with emphasis on fundamentals of organic and biological chemistry. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: CHE 111 and CHE 111L .
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CHE 104L - Introductory Organic and Biological Chemistry Laboratory 1 cr.
Fundamental laboratory methods for Introductory Organic and Biological Chemistry. Two hours of laboratory per week. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in CHE 104 . Corequisite: CHE 104
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CHE 111 - General Chemistry I 3 cr.
Fundamental principles of chemistry including reaction types, stoichiometry, fundamental characteristics of gases, elementary thermochemistry, and elementary quantum theory. There are three hours of lecture per week. Co-requisite: MAT 121 (College Algebra) or its equivalent; students cannot be enrolled in or have been placed into Intermediate Algebra (MAT 109 ) or Fundamentals of Writing (ENG 110 ).
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CHE 111L - General Chemistry I Laboratory 1 cr.
Laboratory methods for General Chemistry. Three hours of laboratory per week, including interactive activities and independent assignments which illustrate principles taught in the lecture. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in CHE 111 .
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CHE 112 - General Chemistry II 3 cr.
A continuation of fundamental principles of chemistry. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: CHE 111 and CHE 111L ; enrollment or placement into MAT 122 (Pre-calculus) or better; all stipulations presented in CHE 111 apply.
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CHE 112L - General Chemistry II Laboratory 1 cr.
Fundamental laboratory methods for General Chemistry. Three hours of laboratory per week, including interactive activities and independent assignments that illustrate principles taught in the lecture. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in CHE 112 .
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CHE 200 - Introduction to Pharmacology 3 cr.
Includes pharmacological principles of therapeutic agents, their classification and mechanisms of action. Information on the side effects of each group of drugs is provided. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: MAT 121 or its equivalent with a grade of “C” or better; completion of CHE 104 and CHE 104L with a grade of “C” or better.
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CHE 211 - Organic Chemistry I 3 cr.
Fundamental principles of hydrocarbon compounds focusing on structure, functional groups, and elementary reactions. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: CHE 112 and CHE 112L .
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CHE 211L - Organic Chemistry I Laboratory 1 cr.
Laboratory methods for Organic Chemistry. Three hours of laboratory per week, including interactive activities and independent assignments that illustrate principles taught in the lecture. Prerequisites: CHE 211 and CHE 211L.
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CHE 212 - Organic Chemistry II 3 cr.
Principles of hydrocarbon compounds, including reactions, reaction mechanisms, spectroscopy, and elementary synthesis. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: CHE 211 and CHE 211L .
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CHE 212L - Organic Chemistry II Laboratory 1 cr.
Laboratory methods for Organic Chemistry. Three hours of laboratory per week, including interactive activities and independent assignments that illustrate principles taught in the lecture. CHE 211, CHE 211L, and concurrent enrollment in CHE 212.
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CHE 220 - Introduction to Research in Chemistry 1 cr.
This course meets for one hour lecture/lab per week. It exposes students to library and literature searches, examines the rudiments and elements of research investigation, and teaches students how to read and present research articles. It will also teach students good safety practices in the research laboratory, how to write and maintain a research notebook, represent, present, and analyze data in various formats, prepare solutions of given concentrations, and teach basic skills used in chemical research and the importance of controls in research. Prerequisites: CHE 112 and CHE 112L .
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CHE 301 - Analytical Chemistry 3 cr.
Principles of quantitative analysis featuring topics on advanced stoichiometry, statistical analysis of data, and quantitative methods, including spectrophotometric analysis. Two hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: CHE 112 and CHE 112L ; concurrent enrollment in CHE 301L .
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CHE 301L - Analytical Chemistry Laboratory 1 cr.
Laboratory methods for quantitative analysis. Four hours of laboratory per week, including interactive and independent activities which engage students in the analysis of primarily inorganic chemical compounds and physical samples. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in CHE 301 .
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CHE 303 - Biochemistry I 3 cr.
Fundamental topics in bio molecular structure and function, metabolism, and enzymology. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: CHE 212 and CHE 212L .
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CHE 303L - Biochemistry I Laboratory 1 cr.
Three hours of laboratory per week with interactive and independent activities, including chromatography, titration, enzymology, and instrument training and use. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in CHE 303 .
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CHE 304 - Biochemistry II 3 cr.
Fundamental topics in nucleotide biosynthesis and nucleic acid structure, function, and metabolism. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: CHE 303 and CHE 303L .
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CHE 304L - Biochemistry II Laboratory 1 cr.
Three hours of laboratory per week with interactive and independent activities, including chromatography, nucleic acid isolation, selected activities in recombinant engineering, and instrument training and use. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in CHE 304 .
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CHE 306 - Inorganic Chemistry 2 cr.
The fundamentals of structure, bonding, and reactivity of inorganic compounds. Two hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: MAT 203 , PHY 220 , and CHE 212 , or the consent of the instructor.
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CHE 401 - Chemical Instrumentation 3 cr.
Topics and activities include those involving the structure and function of instruments used in experimental chemistry. Three hours of lecture/laboratory per week, including interactive and independent activities which engage students in the training and study of devices used in experimental analysis. Prerequisites: CHE 301 , CHE 301L , and CHE 212 .
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CHE 402 - Selected Topics in Chemistry 3 cr.
Advanced study of current topics in chemistry. Two hours of lecture per week. Prerequisite: CHE 401 or the consent of the instructor.
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CHE 403 - Physical Chemistry I 3 cr.
The application of physical laws in understanding transformations of matter and energy. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: MAT 203 , PHY 222 , and CHE 212 , or the consent of the instructor.
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CHE 403L - Physical Chemistry I Laboratory 1 cr.
Three hours of laboratory per week, including interactive and independent activities designed to enhance learning activities conducted in the lecture. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in CHE 403 .
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CHE 404 - Physical Chemistry II 3 cr.
Fundamental principles of electrochemistry, kinetics, and quantum mechanics. Three hours of lecture per week. Prerequisites: CHE 403 and CHE 403L or the consent of the instructor.
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CHE 404L - Physical Chemistry II Laboratory 1 cr.
Three hours of laboratory per week, including interactive and independent activities designed to enhance learning activities conducted in the lecture. Prerequisite: Concurrent enrollment in CHE 404 .
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CHE 405 - Chemical Research 3 cr.
Faculty-directed investigation of a problem in an area of chemistry. Prerequisites: Departmental approval and successful selection of a department-approved research advisor.
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CHE 405 - Chemical Research
Faculty-directed investigation of a problem in an area of chemistry. Prerequisites: Departmental approval and successful selection of a department-approved research advisor.
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CHE 410 - Chemistry Seminar I 1 cr.
Student-led discussions of current topics in chemistry, information presentation, and an oral presentation on a current scientific topic. One hour of lecture/debate per week. Prerequisites: CHE 304 and CHE 304L or the consent of the instructor.
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CHE 411 - Chemistry Seminar II 1 cr.
Student-led discussions of current topics in chemistry; includes a complete audio/visual presentation. One hour of lecture/debate per week. Prerequisite: CHE 410 or the consent of the instructor.
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CHE 499C - Senior Comprehensive Examination 0 cr.
Exit exam for chemistry majors. Prerequisite: First-semester senior chemistry majors.
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Computer Science |
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CS 101 - Computer Concepts and Applications 3 cr.
Computer terminology and concepts (e.g., microprocessors, computer virus, and computer network, computer security issues). Computer hardware peripherals, microcomputer operating systems, and Microsoft applications. Provides foundation for further study.
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CS 110 - Principles of Computer Programming 3 cr.
Introductory computer science for students with some background in computer programming. Computer programming concepts, such as program design, algorithm development and coding using the VISUAL BASIC programming language.
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CS 120 - Fundamentals of Information Systems 3 cr.
This course provides a comprehensive foundation in the concepts of information infrastructure and modern information systems computing platform, software architectures, telecommunications network. It provides an understanding of how the application of information technology improves quality, timeliness, and organizational effectiveness.
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CS 150 - Introduction to Programming I 3 cr.
A first course in computer science. Computer programming techniques using a high-level language, such as C ++, with basic emphasis on algorithm design, structured code, elementary procedures, logical control structures, data types, and internal documentation. Course offered every fall semester.
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CS 160 - Introduction to Programming II 3 cr.
A second course in computer science. Fundamentals of programming in C++. Data structures and algorithms are studied through major programming projects using C++. Concepts include linked lists, trees, graphs, file and stream, classes and arrays, and dynamic storage allocation. Prerequisite: CS 150 .
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CS 210 - Introduction to Microcomputers 3 cr.
This courses focuses on the hardware components (motherboards, CPU buses and channels), operating systems of microcomputers (based on Windows 2000, XP, Vista, and NT), hardware installation and configuration, and fundamental study of cluster-computing setup and configuration.
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CS 212 - FORTRAN Programming 3 cr.
Fundamentals of programming in FORTRAN. Emphasis on algorithm design, structured code, elementary procedures, logical control structures, data types and internal documentation for scientific, mathematics, engineering, and related fields. Prerequisite: CS 150 .
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CS 220 - COBOL Programming 3 cr.
Introduces fundamentals of programming in COBOL. The structured programming language is used to solve business-oriented problems. Emphasis on algorithm design, structured code, elementary procedures, logical control structures, data types, and internal documentation. Prerequisite: CS 150 .
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CS 230 - UNIX Operating System 3 cr.
Basic UNIX structure and C programming skills are presented in the course. Students will be introduced to installation and administering of Linux systems, source code of the Linux operating system with concentration on the kernel. Standard-C-programming-based Unix/Linux operating system will be studied. Prerequisites: CS 160 .
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CS 260 - Data Structures 3 cr.
Designing and implementing algorithm associated with abstract data structures. Emphasis on linked lists, stacks, queues, and trees. Fundamental algorithm of run-time analyses involving sorting and searching are implemented. Prerequisites: CS 160 .
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CS 270 - Assembler Language 3 cr.
This course is the preliminary studies of the machine language structure and coding. Topics include an introduction to processor, instruction set, Basic Input/output System (BIOS), macros, and structured programming. Prerequisite: CS 160 and CS 210 .
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CS 300 - Information Systems Project Management 3 cr.
Concepts, principles, and practices of project management in information technology and systems. Integrates the pertinent organization structure and behavior with project-management issues. Covers the project-management life cycle. Includes project planning, controlling, and monitoring techniques in the areas of project integration, scoping, time considerations, costing, quality assurance, resource planning, reporting, risk analysis, and procurement. Prerequisite: CS 120 or CS 160 .
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CS 312 - Computer Science Seminar & Internship I 2 cr.
Students are introduced to original scientific research design methodology and/or subsequent placement to an internship program. Emphasis on preparing a proposal for an original design project or application portfolio for an internship program. Prerequisite: CS 260 .
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CS 313 - Computer Science Seminar & Internship II 2 cr.
Students complete an original research design project proposed in CS 312 and/or fulfill an internship program. Emphasis on project or internship completion, and preparing and presenting a research report on the project or the internship. Prerequisite: CS 312 .
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CS 318 - Management Information Systems 3 cr.
Advanced concepts and techniques in computer applications. Emphasis on using advanced applications and hands-on experience in programming spreadsheets (Excel), database management (Access), and graphical presentation (PowerPoint) software. This course assumes that the student is familiar with the fundamentals of Microsoft Office software package. Prerequisite: CS 101 .
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CS 345 - Web Site Development 3 cr.
Introduces basic concepts of web site development through hands-on activity. Course will focus on issues such as design principles, client-side application development using Java Scripting programming language, multimedia objects, Cascade Style Sheets, and back-end development tools. Special focus on projects developed to cooperate and interact with each other. Prerequisite: CS 160 .
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CS 350 - Database Management Systems 3 cr.
Fundamental concepts of database management systems, focusing primarily on the relational and object models. Emphasis on relational model basics, relational algebra and calculus, SQL query optimization, conceptual database design, schema refinement and normalization. Additional topics include concurrency, recovery, security, views, and distributed database. Introduction to the development and maintenance of interactive database-management systems. Prerequisite: CS 318 or BM 318 or CS 160 .
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CS 360 - System Analysis and Design 3 cr.
Introduction to the analysis, design, and implementation of applications software systems. Topics include: database design, report layouts, user/analyst communications, hardware specifications, and software development and testing, and project implementation. Prerequisite: CS 260 or CS 350 .
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CS 370 - Data Communications 3 cr.
An introduction to networking systems and the transmission of data, the course will also explore the protocols and algorithms behind modern digital networks. Topics include the ISO reference model, network topologies, error control protocols, data compression, error detection and correction, Ethernet, TCP/IP, ISDN, and ATM. Prerequisite: CS 210
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CS 375 - Operating Systems 3 cr.
Highlights the principles of operating systems, memory and file management, and deadlock avoidance, the introduction of concurrent processes, concurrent programming, mutual exclusion and synchronization. System components include: scheduler, assemblers, linkers and loaders, Ethernet and networking concepts. UNIX will be used to explore concepts. Prerequisite: CS 260
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CS 420 - Compiler Theory 3 cr.
Compilation process for high-level programming languages and the overall design of compilers. Emphasis on formal languages, semantics and design methodologies, parsing, code generation and optimization. Compiler design projects block-structured programming languages are used to illustrate the concept and method. Prerequisites: CS 260 and CS 270 .
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CS 430 - Computer Organization 3 cr.
Studies the behavior of elementary computer hardware. Emphasis on two-state logic, flip-flops, implementation of binary arithmetic, Boolean algebra, and elementary design. Prerequisite: CS 210 .
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CS 440 - Programming Languages 3 cr.
An overview of language design and implementation and programming techniques for particular types of languages. Compilers and interpreters, binding, scope rules, formal semantic models, structure hiding, object-oriented programming, login and functional programming. Problems will be taken from C++, Java, LISP, PROLOG, and others. Prerequisites: CS 260 .
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CS 445 - Artificial Intelligence 3 cr.
History, theory, and computation methods of artificial intelligence. Basic concepts include knowledge representation and computational method for reasoning. Application areas will be studied and selected from expert systems, robotics, computer vision, natural language understanding and planning. Computational method is in LISP. Prerequisites: MAT 202 and CS 260 .
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CS 460 - Advanced Systems Analysis and Design 3 cr.
Advanced systems analysis and design methodology, concepts, and techniques will be reviewed. Emphasis is on the analysis and design of a complete business system using an approved design methodology and programming specifications. Prerequisite: CS 360 .
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CS 470 - Design and Analysis of Computer Algorithms 3 cr.
Introduction to the study of algorithms. Strategies such as divide-and-conquer, greedy methods, and dynamic programming. Models of computation, design of efficient algorithms, techniques for analysis of algorithm performance, verification of algorithm correctness, some practical algorithms and their complexity. Prerequisites: CS 260 .
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CS 475 - Computer Graphics 3 cr.
The course provides the background for understanding and building interactive graphics systems. Introduction to computer graphics from simple to two-dimensional graphics, and three-dimensional viewing and transforms. Interactive graphics programming, raster graphics, raster algorithms, and geometric transformation. Visual realism, virtual reality task and techniques will also be implemented through a final project. Prerequisites: CS 260 .
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CS 480 - Special Topics in Computer Science 3 cr.
Courses will include, but not be limited to: parallel and distributed computing; cluster computing; network & system administration; cryptography and security; functional and logic programming; Java and distributed computing; multimedia data compression. Other advanced topics in computer science will be introduced. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
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CS 485 - Special Topics in Computer Science 3 cr.
Courses will include, but not be limited to: parallel and distributed computing; cluster computing; network & system administration; cryptography and security; functional and logic programming; Java and distributed computing; multimedia data compression. Other advanced topics in computer science will be introduced. Prerequisite: Consent of instructor.
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CS 499C - Senior Comprehensive Examination 0 cr.
Students must pass the departmental exam to successfully satisfy the requirements for graduation.
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CJ 101 - Introduction to Criminal Justice 3 cr.
Survey course that focuses on the structure and function of the police, courts and prisons. Also provides an examination of the causes of criminal behavior.
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CJ 206 - Policing in Society 3 cr.
An examination of the role of the police in American society with emphasis on their law enforcement functions and the problems that emanate around how the police execute these functions. Prerequisite: CJ 101 .
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CJ 301 - Evidence 3
This course provides an in-depth study of criminal procedures involving the use and handling of evidence. Topics include the categories and types of evidence: admissibilty, testimony and chain of custody. Lecture
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CJ 302 - Victimology 3
This course focuses on the victims rather than the offenders: why they have been “rediscovered” recently, why they often do not report crimes to the police, how some victims might share responsibilty for the crimes with the offenders, how they can be repaid for their losses through offender restitution and goverment compensation; and what new services are available to help victims prevent crime and survive attacks. Lecture
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CJ 305 - Cyber Crime, Terrorism and Homeland Security 3
The purpose of this course is to offer students of criminal justice and practitioners in the field a relatively complete and current overview of the issues surrounding cyber crime and cyber criminals. Students will explore the Internet’s role in the prepetration of cyber crime. Cyber crime and the threat it poses will be addressed. An overview of the criminal justice construct of “hacker” and other cyber criminal behavior will be analyzed. Students will become familiar with current state and federal cyber crime statutes and case law. This course also provides a comprehensive introduction to the complex issues surrounding terrorism and homeland security, perhaps the most pressing major issues facing criminal justice professionals in the 21st. century. Students will learn to think critically about the causes of terrorism, both domestic and international. Lecture
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CJ 307 - Politics of Criminal Justice 3 cr.
Examination of the political nature of the criminal justice system, emphasizing the discretionary power of the individuals involved. Prerequisite: CJ 101 .
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CJ 308 - Law and Society 3 cr.
Study of the legal system focusing on the role of American courts and the impact of the law upon society. Lecture Prerequisite: CJ 101 .
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CJ 310 - Juvenile Delinquency 3 cr.
A systematic examination of delinquency through various theoretical perspectives and empirical data. Prerequisite: CJ 101 .
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CJ 311 - The Sociology of Corrections 3 cr.
Analyzes prisons as a complex organization. Examines how the inmate social system is created and maintained and how inmates are socialized into it. Prerequisite: CJ 101 .
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CJ 320 - Criminal Law and Procedure 3 cr.
Includes examination of criminal liability, crimes against persons, property and society; the criminal process; constitutional and legal problems associated with criminal procedures; and the due process of the law. Prerequisite: CJ 101 .
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CJ 361 - Special Topics in Criminal Justice 3 cr.
A focused study of a topic in Criminal Justice. Topics selected reflect the faculty and/or student interests. Lecture CJ 101
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CJ 403 - Criminological Theory 3
This course describes the role of theory in crime scholarship. It surveys the major schools of thought related to crime causation (sociological, psychological, and biological) and particular theories about crime and delinquency, places these theories in historical context, and reviews some of the primary assumptions of the theories and conclusions reached from criminology research Lecture CJ 101
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CJ 405 - Criminology 3 cr.
Studies the major theoretical approaches to crime, the empirical works on crime and the various policies for the containment and prevention of crime. Prerequisite: CJ 101 .
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CJ 431 - Field Experience 3 cr.
Acquaints students, through personal contacts, with the day-to-day experiences in the criminal justice system. Prerequisite: CJ 101 .
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CJ 450 - Senior Seminar 3 cr.
Capstone course for seniors allowing them to engage in and continue original research projects culminating in a thesis presented to Social Sciences faculty and students. Prerequisite: Senior standing.
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CJ 460 - Independent Study 3 cr.
A supervised analysis of specific criminal justice issues related to the scholarly interests of the student. Prerequisites: CJ 101 and permission of instructor.
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CJ 499C - Senior Comprehensive Examination 0 cr.
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ECO 202 - Principles of Microeconomics 3 cr.
Introduces the principles of economics and the tools of microeconomic analysis. Topics include consumer behavior theory, theory of the firm, economics of uncertainty, market equilibrium, and perfect competition.
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ECO 203 - Principles of Macroeconomics 3 cr.
Introduces the principles of economics and the tools of macroeconomic analysis. Topics include determination of aggregate output, national income accounting, productivity, business cycles, employment, consumption, saving, investment and the money demand.
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ECO 240 - Calculus for Economics and Business 3 cr.
Introduces solving mathematic problems in economics and business. Topics covered: functions, elasticity, simultaneous equations, linear algebra, differential and integral calculus, and optimization. Prerequisite: MAT 122 .
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ECO 302 - Intermediate Microeconomics 3 cr.
Analyze market structures, competitive strategy, and market failure. Explores monopoly power, game theory, general equilibrium theory, externalities, and public goods. Prerequisite: ECO 202 .
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ECO 303 - Intermediate Macroeconomics 3 cr.
Analyze aggregate economic performance. Topics include multiple frameworks for macroeconomic analysis, open economy policy impacts, and economic research. Prerequisite: ECO 203 .
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ECO 305 - Money and Banking 3 cr.
Analyze concepts of financial economics. Topics include structure of Federal Reserve System, macroeconomic impact of monetary policy, financial instruments and risk, commercial banking and current financial news. Prerequisite: ECO 203 .
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ECO 306 - Economic and Business Statistics 3 cr.
Analyze concepts of inferential statistics. Estimation, hypothesis testing, analysis of variance, regression, correlation, time series analysis, and non-parametric statistics are explored. This course prepares students for BM 490 - Research in Business I . Prerequisite: STA 205 .
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ECO 328 - Managerial Economics 3 cr.
Analyze managerial problems using the tools of microeconomics. Its topics include supply and demand, estimation, resource allocation, the production function, and cost benefit analysis. Prerequisite: ECO 203 .
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ECO 341 - Basic Econometrics 3 cr.
Analyze multivariate regressions. Economic modeling, proxy variables, autocorrelation, heteroskedasticity, hypothesis testing, simultaneity, probit modes, and logit models are among the topics explored. Prerequisite: ECO 306 .
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ED 115 - Critical Analysis and Reasoning 3 cr.
This course enhances critical thinking skills, with emphasis on inductive and deductive reasoning. This University elective is open to all students.
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English |
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ENG 110 - Fundamentals of Writing 3 cr.
A developmental course intended to prepare students for ENG 111 . The course is an intensive study of fundamental skills in reading and writing, including review of thesis and paragraph development grammar and mechanics. Students must attain a grade of “C” or better. The grade and credits earned in this course are applied to GPA, but the credits do not count toward credits needed for graduation.
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ENG 111 - Expository Writing 3 cr.
Focuses on both the writing process and the writing product. Students learn and apply a wide range of techniques for shaping topics, generating ideas, understanding audience and purpose, developing adequate detail, revising, editing and proofreading. Students work in class to develop techniques for shaping topics, drafting, and revising. Students are also introduced to the fundamentals of writing arguments and writing with research. Students must complete the course and earn a minimum C grade in coursework and on a writing portfolio to exit the course.
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ENG 112 - Argument and Research 3 cr.
Course in reading, argumentation and research. Builds on the writing and argumentative skills students learned in ENG 111 and introduces research methodology. In the second half of the course, students use the principles of argument and research they have learned to produce a researched argumentative essay and portfolio of drafts and related writing and research activities. Students must complete the course and earn a minimum C grade in coursework and on the research portfolio to exit the course. Prerequisite: ENG 111 . Successful completion of this course is a prerequisite for higher-level English courses.
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ENG 199 - Writing Proficiency Examination 0 cr.
One-time examination that tests students’ proficiency in writing. Passing the examination exempts students from ENG 200 . Prerequisites: ENG 111 , ENG 112 . This exam is offered during the Spring Semester.
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ENG 200 - Review of Writing Strategies 3 cr.
An intensive review of basic writing skills. Required for students who do not pass or take the Writing Proficiency Examination. Course instruction includes essay development, grammar, editing and proofreading skills. Prerequisite: ENG 112
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ENG 201 - Readings in World Literature I 3 cr.
A study of literature produced from the ancient period to the English Renaissance. In addition to the British and American canons, students are exposed to works from the African, Asian, Native American, Jewish, Latin American, Irish and German cultures. Prerequisite: ENG 112 .
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ENG 202 - Readings in World Literature II 3 cr.
A continuation of ENG 201 focusing on literature post-English Renaissance to the present. In addition to the British and American canons, students are exposed to works from the African, Asian, Native American, Jewish, Latin American, Irish and German cultures. Prerequisite: ENG 112 .
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ENG 203 - Introduction to Scholarship in English 3 cr.
English majors and minors only. An intense introduction to the modes of thought and writing, scholarly methods of inquiry, research procedures and tools, literary history and theory, and professional writing. Prerequisite: ENG 112 .
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ENG 220 - Advanced Grammar 3 cr.
Review of traditional grammatical structure and intensive practice with composition. Instruction includes sentence parsing and introduction to advanced forms of argument. Not acceptable for fulfillment requirements for English literature. Prerequisite: ENG 112 .
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ENG 223 - Studies in Poetry 3 cr.
Introduction to and focused study of the prosody, poetic genres and theories of poetry. Prerequisite: ENG 112 .
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