Course Descriptions
Accounting
ACC
201
FINANCIAL
ACCOUNTING
(3+0) 3 credits
Purpose
and nature of accounting, measuring business income, accounting principles,
assets and equity accounting for external financial reporting. Prerequisite(s): MATH 124
ACC
202
MANAGERIAL
ACCOUNTING
(3+0) 3 credits
Forms
of business organization; cost concepts and decision making; break-even
analysis, fixed and variable costs, budgeting for internal reporting. Prerequisite(s):
ACC 201.
ACC
490
INDEPENDENT
STUDY 1-3
credits
Independent
study in selected topics. May be
repeated to a maximum of six credits.
American Sign Language
AM
145
AMERICAN
SIGN LANGUAGE I
(4+0) 4 credits
Development
of signing and finger spelling skills. Provide student with knowledge of the
basic signs used today.
AM 146
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE II (4+0) 4 credits
Broaden
vocabulary and communication skills using sign language. Prerequisite(s): AM
145.
AM
147
AMERICAN
SIGN LANGUAGE III
(4+0) 4 credits
Emphasis
on the production of ASL, to bring ones current fluency to a point of
self-generated ASL. Prerequisite(s):
AM 146.
AM 148
AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE IV (4+0) 4 credits
This
course encourages the student to expand discourse in ASL on everyday
topics. Prerequisite(s): AM 147
Anthropology
ANTH
101
INTRODUCTION
TO CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY (3+0) 3 credits
Introduction
to human culture and society. Understanding human diversity through comparative
study of politics, religion, economics, and kinship.
ANTH
102
INTRODUCTION
TO PHYSICAL ANTHROPOLOGY (3+0) 3 credits
Origin,
evolution, and geographical distribution of humans, the growth of populations
and how they change over time, genetics, and heredity, human adaptation and
human diversity. Emphasizes the
origin and evolution of humans and their place in nature.
ANTH
105
INTRODUCTION
TO WORLD ARCHAEOLOGY
(3+0) 3 credits
Development
of human society and technology from the earliest traces of culturally
patterned behavior to the emergence of civilization in the Old and New Worlds.
ANTH
439
SELECTED
TOPICS IN CULTURAL ANTHROPOLOGY (3+0) 3 credits.
Topic
to be selected by instructor. Reflects student needs. May be repeated to a
maximum of six credits. Prerequisite(s): ANTH 101.
ANTH
441F
ARCHAEOLOGY
OF ANCIENT EGYPT
(3+0) 3 credits
A
survey of ancient Egyptian culture history between about 500,000 BC and 400 AD,
based on a synthesis of archaeological and textual evidence. Focuses on the origins and evolution of
the Egyptian state and the elements of pharaonic religion, society, economy,
art, architecture, and science.
ANTH
448A
FIELD SCHOOL IN ARCHAEOLOGY
(3-6 credits)
Summer
instruction and practice in survey, excavation, and analysis. Prerequisite(s): special advance
application.
ANTH 499
INDEPENDENT STUDY 1-3 credits
Independent study in
selected topics. May be repeated
to a maximum of six credits.
Art
ART
100
VISUAL
FOUNDATIONS
(1+4) 3 credits
Explores
visual forms and contemporary concepts through a variety of media,
presentations, and discussions.
ART
101
DRAWING
I (0+6) 3
credits
Basic
course designed to offer a disciplined foundation in drawing concepts based on
visual observations. Six hours of studio.
ART
160
ART
APPRECIATION
(3+0) 3 credits
Introduction
to art as a visual experience.
Media, formal properties, and the correlation of art with the ideas of
society for which it was made. May
not be taken by art majors.
ART
170
BEGINNING
BLACK AND WHITE PHOTOGRAPHY (1+4) 3 credits
Development
of a fine arts approach to photography at an introductory level, exploring the
aesthetic potential of photography as an expressive art form. Basic technical skills include using a
manual, 35mm camera, developing film and printing black and white
photographs.
ART
243
DIGITAL
IMAGING
(3+0) 3 credits
Introduction
to the concepts and practices of computer imaging and the use of related media
with emphasis on creative applications of digital technology. Software covered in this course
includes Photoshop, Illustrator and Quark Express. (Formerly ART 230).
ART
260
SURVEY
OF ART HISTORY I
(3+0) 3 credits
A
survey of Western art and architecture from the prehistoric era to the
beginning of the Renaissance.
ART
261
SURVEY
OF ART HISTORY II
(3+0) 3 credits
A
survey of painting, sculpture and architecture in the West from the Renaissance
through the modern era. (Formerly ART 117)
ART
265
INTRODUCTION
TO CONTEMPORARY ART
(3+0) 3 credits
A
survey of the most important developments in European and American art history
from Neoimpressionism through the developing avante gardes of the early twentieth
century, to post-war impact of the New York School, Pop Art, Minimalism,
Conceptualism and Postmodernism.
ART
475
HISTORY
OF PHOTOGRAPHY
(3+0) 3 credits
Development
of photography as an aesthetic movement from its invention to the present time
in America, France, Britain, etc.
Attention is paid to the role of photography in recording history.
(Formerly ART 355)
ART 492
INDIVIDUAL STUDY
Independent study in
selected topics. May be repeated
to a maximum of six credits.
Astronomy
AST
103
INTRODUCTORY
ASTRONOMY: THE SOLAR SYSTEM (3+0) 3 credits
Beginning
level survey that discusses the nearby objects of our solar system, the
formation and evolution of planetary bodies and the exploration of space. A
minimum of mathematics is required. Recommended for non-science majors.
AST
104
INTRODUCTORY
ASTRONOMY: STARS AND GALAXIES (3+0) 3 credits
Survey
course at the beginning level which discusses stellar systems and galaxies.
Topics include stellar evolution, formation of galaxies, and cosmology. A
minimum of mathematics is required. Recommended for non-science majors.
AST
105
INTRODUCTORY
ASTRONOMY: STARS AND GALAXIES LABORATORY (0+3) 1 credit
Laboratory exercises in astronomy presented in the tradition of the amateur astronomer. Instruction includes observation of celestial objects as well as laboratory exercises to investigate the physical nature of astronomical objects. Instruction on the use of telescopes and the process of the scientific method presented. Recommended for non-science majors. Pre/Corequisite(s): AST 103 or AST 104; $25 lab fee.
Biology
Note: Laboratory courses require special expenses for materials and equipment in addition to regular registration fees.BIOL
100
GENERAL
BIOLOGY FOR NON-MAJORS (3+3) 4 credits
Introduction to biology of the human species. For non-majors; emphasizing those aspects of structure, function, ecology and evolution which provide a biological perspective for problems facing modern society. Three hours lecture and three hours labatory. Satisfies the Natural Sciences Core Curriculum. $25 lab fee.
BIOL 122
DESERT PLANTS (2+3) 3 credits
Study of typical desert
plant communities, along with the identification of more common species. Additional topics include morphological and physiological adaptations to aridity, and the nature, origin, and occurrence of arid environments.
BIOL 189
FUNDAMENTALS OF LIFE
SCIENCE (3+3) 4 credits
Survey
of contemporary biology: includes structure, function, interactions and
evolutionary origins of living systems.
For biology majors and others who require biology as part of their
professional career preparation.
Recommended Prerequisite(s): MATH 124; $25 lab fee.
BIOL 196
PRINCIPLES OF MODERN
BIOLOGY I (3+3) 4 credits
For
biology majors. Includes a study
of the basic features of living systems, including the chemical and physical
structure of cells, classification of living organisms, and principles of
genetics, ecology and evolution. (Formerly BIOL 190) ; $25 lab fee.
BIOL
197
PRINCIPLES
OF MODERN BIOLOGY II
(3+3) 4 credits
Organismic
biology in an evolutionary context including biodiversity, structure and
function, reproduction and physiology of major groups of organisms, from
viruses to mammals. Prerequisite(s):
BIOL 196; (Formerly BIOL 191) ; $25 lab fee.
BIOL 223
HUMAN ANATOMY AND
PHYSIOLOGY I (3+3) 4 credits
Cellular
functions; integumentary, skeletal, muscular, circulatory, immune and
respiratory systems. Primarily for physical education, pre-nursing and other
pre-health majors. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 189. ; $25 lab fee.
BIOL 224
HUMAN ANATOMY AND
PHYSIOLOGY II (3+3) 4 credits
Nerves,
endocrine, digestive, urinary and reproductive systems. Primarily for physical
education, pre-nursing and other pre-health majors. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 223 ;
$25 lab fee.
BIOL
251
GENERAL
MICROBIOLOGY
(3+3) 4 credits
Morphology,
physiology, classification and culture techniques of prokaryotic and eukaryotic
microorganisms. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 189 and CHEM 110 or BIOL 196 and CHEM 121; $25 lab fee.
BIOL 300
PRINCIPLES OF GENETICS (3+3) 4 credits
Biological
basis of heredity and variations among higher and lower organisms using modern
and classical concepts of structure, function and organization of the genetic
material. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 196 and 197, CHEM 121, 122, 241, and MATH 128; $25 lab fee.
BIOL
305
INTRODUCTION
TO CONSERVATION
BIOLOGY
(3+0) 3 credits
Fundamental
issues in conservation biology including biodiversity, invasive and endangered
species, reserve design, and environmental legislation to provide a scientific
examination of the biological issues underpinning conservation. Prerequisite(s):
BIOL 196 and 197.
BIOL
341
PRINCIPLES
OF ECOLOGY
(3+0) 3 credits
Fundamental
of ecology of levels of population, community and ecosystem. Prereqisite(s): BIOL 196 and 197.
BIOL
405
MOLECULAR
BIOLOGY
(3+0) 3 credits
Introductory
molecular biology. Study of genes
and their activities at the molecular level, including transcription,
translation, DNA replication and recombination. Concepts of molecular biology presented along with
experimental strategies and data that led to these concepts. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 196, 197, 300, CHEM 121, 122, 241, 242, 474 and MATH 128. (Formerly
BIOL 407).
BIOL
409
VIROLOGY (3+0) 3 credits
Systematic
examination of animal, plant, and bacterial viruses including their structure
and genome organization, their reproduction and assembly, and their effects on
host organisms. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 196, 197, 300, CHEM 121, 122, 241, and MATH 128. (Formerly BIOL 410).
BIOL
414
ENDOCRINOLOGY (3+0) 3 credits
(Same as CHEM 478) Survey of the
structure and function of vertebrate endocrine systems, with emphasis on the
biochemical basis of hormone action and the role of cell communication in
endocrine physiology. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 196, CHEM 121, 122, 241, 242 and 474.
BIOL
415
EVOLUTION (3+0) 3 credits
Pattern
and process in the evolution of life on earth. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 196, 197, 251, 300, CHEM 121, 122, 241, and MATH 128.
BIOL
447
COMPARATIVE
ANIMAL PHYSIOLOGY
(3+3) 4 credits
Animal
function from a comparative perspective with emphasis on vertebrates. Prerequisite(s):
BIOL 196, 197, CHEM 121, 122, 241, and MATH 128. $25 lab fee.
BIOL
453
IMMUNOLOGY (3+0) 3 credits
Study
of the immune response, cell-mediated and humoral. Topics include the diversity
of antibodies and antigen receptors, evolution of immunity, cell-cell
interactions, importance of major histocompatibility complex immune regulation,
and immunity to microorganisms. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 196, 197, 251, 300, CHEM 121, 122, 241, and MATH 128.
BIOL
460
MICROBIAL
PHYSIOLOGY
(3+3) 4 credits
Exploration
of the major aspects of microbial physiology, including structure and growth of
bacteria, generation of ATP and intermediary metabolism, synthesis of
macromolecules and cellular components, and coordination of intracellular
, activities. Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory per week.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 196, 197, 251, 300, CHEM 121, 122, 241 and MATH 128; $25 lab fee.
BIOL
470
TOPICS
IN APPLIED MICROBIOLOGY (3+0) 3 credits
Applications
may include bioremediation, food, agriculture, pharmaceuticals, vaccine
development, water treatment, or genetic engineering. Presentation and
discussion of current literature. Topics published in the class schedule.
Maximum of two different topics may be selected for a total of six credits.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 196, 197, 251, CHEM 121, 122, 241, and MATH 128.
BIOL
473
ADVANCED
TOPICS IN CELL AND MOLECULAR BIOLOGY (3+0) 3 credits
Discussion
of current literature on a specific topic in cell and molecular biology. Topics
published in the class schedule. May be repeated to a maximum of six credits.
Prerequisite(s): BIOL 196, 197, 300, CHEM 121, 122, 241, and MATH 128.
BIOL
475
NEUROBIOLOGY (3+0) 3 credits
Introduction
to the neurosciences, emphasizing cellular, molecular, and physiological
aspects. Establishes a foundation of cellular neurobiology and moves on to
selected topics in the organization, function, and development of neural
systems. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 196, BIOL 197.
BIOL
491
INDEPENDENT
STUDY 1-3
credits
Independent
study in selected topics. May be
repeated to a maximum of six credits.
BIOL
493
UNDERGRADUATE
SEMINAR (1+0)
1 credit
Preparation
and presentation of seminars on topics of current interest in biology. Topic changes
by semester; see class schedule. May be repeated to a maximum of three credits.
Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
BIOL
499
INSTRUCTION
IN BIOLOGICAL SCIENCES 1-2 credits
Significant
involvement in instruction of courses in biological sciences. May include
laboratory preparation, instruction, and grading. May be repeated to a maximum
of two credits. S/F grading only. Prerequisite(s): Consent of instructor.
Business
BUS
101
INTRODUCTION
TO BUSINESS
(3+0) 3 credits
Emphasis
on basic business and economic terminology and concepts for students seeking an
introduction to the business world and business school programs.
BUS
320
INTRODUCTION
to E BUSINESS
(3+0) 3 credits
Introduction
to Internet business use. Internet
leadership and change management skills, eBusiness framework, basic
technologies, strategy, capital infrastructure, and public policy.
BUS
395
CURRENT
ISSUES IN BUSINESS
(2+0) 2 credits
Issues
discussed in the popular business press. Emphasis on current events and issues
in business. Prerequisite(s): Admission to a business major or junior
standing*, MKT 301, MGT 301, FIN 301.
BUS
496
STRATEGY
MANAGEMENT AND POLICY
(3+0) 3 credits
Formulation,
implementation and evaluation of management strategies for achieving
organizational objectives.
Integrated coverage of: mission and objectives definition; analysis of
external and internal environments including ethics, social responsibilities,
and international considerations and strategic decision making. Prerequisite(s): FIN 301, MGT 301, IS
301, MKT 301, and last semester senior.
BUS
497
NEW
VENTURE CREATION AND STRATEGY (3+0) 3 credits
Business
tools and skills necessary to successfully start and operate a business. Focus on evaluation of new ventures,
financial considerations, personnel issues, business operations, and legal
considerations. Development of a
business plan. Prerequisite(s):
FIN 301, MGT 301, IS 301, MKT 301 and last semester senior.
BUS 498
GLOBAL BUSINESS STRATEGY (3+0) 3 credits
Integrated
coverage of management strategies relating to international businesses. Special topics include: mission and
objective, analysis of external and internal environments, ethics, strategic
decision making and International diversification. Prerequisite(s): FIN 301, MGT 301, IS 301, MKT 301, and last
semester senior.
Business Law
BLW 302
LEGAL ENVIRONMENT (3+0) 3 credits
Nature
and function of law; legal system; constitutional law; administrative law;
antitrust; consumer protection; torts; product liability. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing
(Formerly BLAW 302).
Chemistry
Note: Laboratory courses require special expenses for materials and equipment in addition to regular registration fees.CHEM
103
PREPARATORY
CHEMISTRY (3+0)
3 credits
For
students with a deficiency in high school chemistry who wish to qualify for
CHEM 121. Does not satisfy the
core curriculum natural science requirement. Corequisite(s): Enrollment in MATH 096 or higher.
CHEM
105
CHEMISTRY,
MAN AND SOCIETY
(3+0) 3 credits
Introduction
to chemistry, intended to develop an understanding of basic principles, and an
appreciation of both the benefits and risks resulting from application of these
principles in science and technology.
Corequisite(s): Enrollment in MATH 096 or higher.
CHEM 110
CHEMISTRY FOR HEALTH SCIENCES I (3+3) 4 credits
Survey of elementary principles of general chemistry and their
applications to living systems. For students in programs such
as nursing and allied health. Three hours lecture and three
hours laboratory. Credit not allowed in both CHEM 103 and
110. Prerequisite(s): MATH 096 or 097 or placement in MATH 124 or
higher; $25 lab fee.
CHEM 111
CHEMISTRY FOR HEALTH SCIENCES II (3+3) 4 credits
Survey of elementary principles of organic chemistry and
biochemistry. For students majoring in nursing and allied
health. Three hours lecture and three hours laboratory. Credit not allowed in both CHEM 111 and 220. Prerequisite(s): CHEM
110; $25 lab fee.
CHEM 121
GENERAL CHEMISTRY I (3+3) 4 credits
Fundamental
principles of chemistry including nomenclature, atomic structure, chemical
bonding, molecular structure, states of matter and solutions. Prerequisite(s):
MATH 128 or Coequisite(s):
MATH 128. (Formerly CHEM 101); $25 lab fee.
CHEM 122
GENERAL CHEMISTRY II (3+3) 4 credits
Fundamental
principles of chemistry, properties and uses of the common metals, their
compounds, elementary chemistry of carbon and introductory qualitative and
quantitative analysis. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 121 and MATH 128 or higher. (Formerly CHEM 102); $25 lab fee.
CHEM
220
INTRODUCTORY
ORGANIC CHEMISTRY
(3+3) 4 credits
Fundamental
principles of carbon chemistry. Prerequisite(s):
CHEM 121. (Formerly CHEM 142); $25 lab fee.
CHEM
241
ORGANIC
CHEMISTRY I
(3+3) 4 credits
Intensive
introduction to the theory of carbon chemistry with particular emphasis on
understanding the relationship between the structure and behavior of organic
molecule. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 122; $25 lab fee.
CHEM
242
ORGANIC
CHEMISTRY II
(3+3) 4 credits
Continuation
of CHEM 241 with emphasis on complex reactions and mechanisms, and introduction
to advanced approaches for the synthesis of organic molecules. Prerequisite(s): CHEM 241; $25 lab fee.
CHEM
474
BIOCHEMISTRY
I (3+0) 3
credits
Fundamentals
of biochemistry with emphasis on the structure-function relationships of
proteins, enzymes, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids; bioenergetics; and
intermediary metabolism and the mechanisms of its regulation. Prerequisite(s):
CHEM 242.
CHEM
475
BIOCHEMISTRY
II (3+0) 3
credits
Continuation
of CHEM 474 with emphasis on anabolic and catabolic pathways; gene replication
and expression in prokaryotes and eukaryotes; recombinant DNA; and various
aspects of physiological chemistry.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 474.
Communication
COM
101
FUNDAMENTALS
OF SPEECH COMMUNICATION (3+0) 3 credits
Principles
and theories of speech communication.
Participation in public speaking and interpersonal communication
activities.
COM
102
INTRODUCTION
TO INTERPERSONAL COMMUNICATION (3+0) 3 credits
Examination
of theories of effective interpersonal communication with in-class exercises
designed to provide practical application of theory.
COM
216
SURVEY
OF COMMUNICATION STUDIES (3+0) 3 credits
Analysis
of the contexts, principles, and values of human communication grounded in
communication theory. Focuses on
developing competency in areas of intrapersonal, interpersonal, small group,
organizational, and public communication.
COM
218
SURVEY
OF MASS COMMUNICATION
(3+0) 3 credits
Analysis
of the development of newspapers, magazines, motion pictures, radio and
telecommunications. Overview of institutional structures and theoretical
perspectives.
COM
220
VISUAL
COMMUNICATION
(3+0) 3 credits
Survey
of the various fields that use visual imagery for communicative
purposes. Graphic design, film, and televisual imagery covered. Emphasis on
television and film aesthetics and picture composition.
COM 250
NEWS GATHERING AND
WRITING (3+0) 3 credits
Study
and practice of what makes news, how news is obtained and how news is
written. Discussions and laboratory.
COM
261
INTRODUCTION
TO PUBLIC RELATIONS
(3+0) 3 credits
Study
of the techniques of public relations, publicity methods, and communication
through newspapers, magazines, radio, television, and other media. Emphasis on
the role of those involved with public relations functions.
COM
262
INTRODUCTION
TO ADVERTISING
(3+0) 3 credits
Examination
of the purposes, function, and role of advertising in society. Emphasis on the application of
communication theory to advertising problems.
COM
315
SMALL
GROUP COMMUNICATION
(3+0) 3 credits
Principles
of small group communication and problem solving; theory and practice.
COM
404
PRINCIPLES
OF PERSUASION
(3+0) 3 credits
Examination
of the principles involved in influencing groups and individuals.
COM
412
INTERCULTURAL
COMMUNICATION
(3+0) 3 credits
Understanding
the relationship between communication and culture through the study of
cultural variables (languages, traditions, rituals, roles/norms, values, etc.)
and how this relationship impacts identity, behavior, expectations and
knowledge.
COM
413
ARGUMENTATION (3+0) 3 credits
Study
of basic principles of argumentation, the preparation and presentation of
argumentative speeches.
COM
434
CONFLICT
MANAGEMENT AND NEGOTIATION (3+0) 3 credits
Examine
various types and sources of conflict in communication situations, the
management and resolution through various decision making and conflict
management models. Examine negotiation practices in communication situations.
Practical application and theory emphasized through various classroom
activities.
COM
463
CASE
STUDIES IN PUBLIC RELATIONS (3+0) 3 credits
Application
of communication principles, techniques, and programs to real-life problems and
opportunities. Prerequisite(s): COM 261.
COM
464
LEADERSHIP:
A COMMUNICATION PERSPECTIVE (3+0) 3 credits
Useful
theories and practical experiences to make better leaders. Studies specific leaders, their
philosophy of leadership, their ethics and effectiveness. Includes interviewing
leaders in the community.
COM 495
INDEPENDENT STUDY 1-3 credits
Independent study in
selected topics. May be repeated
to a maximum of six credits
Community-Based Learning
CBL 400
COMMUNITY-BASED LEARNING
CAPSTONE (3+0) 3 credits
This course should be
completed during the student's junior or senior year of study. This interdisciplinary course partners
a group of students with a community agency to work together on a problem or
issue. These projects advance the community needs and serve as an educational
experience for the students.
Computer Science
CS 105
COMPUTERS
IN THE INFORMATION AGE (2+2) 3 credits
Overview
of computer systems: hardware and software concepts, history, modern
applications, impact on society, ethical considerations. Modular laboratory
instruction emphasizing hands-on skills using personal computers; $25 lab fee.
CS 135
COMPUTER SCIENCE I (3+3) 4 credits
Problem
solving methods and algorithm development in a high-level programming
language. Program design, coding,
debugging, and documentation using techniques of good programming style. Program development in a powerful
operating environment. Prerequisite(s):
MATH 127 or 128; $25 lab fee.
CS
140
COMPUTING
LANGUAGES
(3+0) 1 to 3 credits
Use
of a single programming language for problem formulation and solution. Language
varies each semester. Typical languages include Java, LISP, Prolog, Scheme,
etc. Prerequisite(s): Ability to program in a high-level language. May be repeated
if language is different.
CS
202
COMPUTER
SCIENCE II
(3+0) 3 credits.
Data
structures and algorithms for manipulating linked lists. String and file
processing. Recursion. Software engineering, structured programming and
testing, especially larger programs. Prerequisite(s): CS 135.
CS
302
DATA
STRUCTURES (3+0)
3 credits
Emphasis
on problem solving and program development techniques. Typical numerical and
non-numerical problems are examined. Design, implementation, and abstraction
principles of elementary data structures. Prerequisite(s): CS 135.
CS
341
INTERNET
PROGRAMMING
(2+0) 2 credits
Fundamentals
of Web page design, use of environment and SSI variables, GGI-Bin programming
concepts with both scripting languages and interpreted and compiled languages,
creation of advanced form applications, design of search/index utilities Web
databases, design and implementation of interactive Web sites. Corequisite(s):
CS 341L. Prerequisite(s): CS 202 or equivalent.
CS
341L
INTERNET
PROGRAMMING LAB
(0+1) 1 credit
Helps
develop practical skills and applies industry-wide standards and practices for
activities such as Web design and layout, electronic publishing, network
communications cybermedia
authoring systems, animations, virtual reality, and the development of
executable content. Corequisite(s): CS 341. Prerequisite(s): CS 202 or equivalent.
$25 lab fee.
CS 351
INTRODUCTION TO
MULTIMEDIA (2+0) 2 credits
Nature
and development of digital multimedia, including content selection, scripting,
editing, transforming, and producing multimedia material. Basic multimedia
development environments including analog and digital image and video
capturing, motion development tools, scripting environments, and meta-level
directing software. Semester project involves creation of an entire multimedia
CD. Corequisite(s): CS 351L. Prerequisite(s): CS 202 or equivalent.
CS
351L
INTRODUCTION
TO MULTIMEDIA LABORATORY (0+3) 1 credit
Develops
practical skills and applies industry-wide standards and practices for the
creation of interactive media, including, but not limited to, use of such
development tools as screen capture utilities, analog and digital video capture
environments, motion development programs, and scripting and directing
programs. Corequisite(s): CS 351.
Prerequisite(s): CS 202 or equivalent; $25 lab fee.
CS
370
OPERATING
SYSTEMS
(3+0) 3 credits
Operating
systems organization, sharing and allocation of system resources, protection
mechanisms, and integration of system components. Prerequisite(s): CS 302.
CS 441
ADVANCED INTERNET
PROGRAMMING (2+0) 2 credits
Advanced
Internet programming design and applications including client/server
technologies and environment and software, client/server network operating
systems, client/server database management systems, data warehousing
environments, data mining, basic networking models and protocols, CASE tools, Groupware,
Middleware, Internet security, privacy considerations. Corequisite(s): CS
441L. Prerequisite(s): CS 341 and CS 370. 2 credits.
CS
441L
ADVANCED
INTERNET PROGRAMMING LABORATORY (0+2) 1 credit
Helps
student develop practical skills and learn to apply industry-wide standards and
practices for advanced Internet and Internet 2 applications. Corequisite(s): CS
441; $25 lab fee.
CS 451
MULTIMEDIA SYSTEMS
DESIGN (2+0) 2 credits
Theory
and practice of multimedia design system design overview. High level topics include multimedia
content and formats, underlying technologies, digital cinematography,
scripting, storyboarding, CD ROM production and online publication, porting
multimedia to the Web. Emphasis on
the design process and the seamless integration of content in an interactive
environment. Prerequisite(s): CS
351. Corequisite(s): CS 451L.
CS
451L
MULTIMEDIA
SYSTEMS DESIGN LABORATORY (2+0) 1 credit
Students
develop practical skills and learn to apply industry-wide standards and
practices for the design of multimedia systems. Corequisite(s): CS 451.
CS
457
DATABASE
MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS (3+0)
3 credits
An
overview of existing systems; physical data organization; relational, network
and hierarchical models; data manipulation languages, data definition
languages; database protection; database application using INGRES.
Prerequisite(s): CS 302.
CS
482
ARTIFICIAL
INTELLIGENCE
(3+0) 3 credits
Survey
of current artificial intelligence technologies: game playing, theorem-proving,
natural language processing, pattern recognition, and heuristic programming.
Prerequisite(s): CS 302.
CS 490
INDEPENDENT STUDY 1-3 credits
Independent study in
selected topics. May be repeated to a maximum of six credits.
Core Humanities
CH 201
ANCIENT AND MEDIEVAL
CULTURES (3+0) 3 credits
Introduction to Greek, Roman and Judeo-Christian traditions through the Middle Ages. (Formerly WT 201).
CH 202
THE MODERN WORLD (3+0) 3 credits
Intellectual,
literary, and political history of Europe from Renaissance to present.
(Formerly WT 202).
CH
203
AMERICAN
EXPERIENCE AND CONSTITUTIONAL CHANGE (3+0) 3 credits
Emphasis
on the origins of the U.S. and Nevada Constitutions and issues such as equality
and civil rights; individualism and civil liberties; federalism;
environmentalism; urbanization and industrialization; and religious and
cultural diversity. Prerequisite(s):
CH 203 Satisfies the US and Nevada constitution requirements. (Formerly WT 203)
Counseling
COU
300
INTRODUCTION
TO HUMAN SERVICES AND COUNSELING (3+0) 3 credits
Provides an introduction to the field of human services and counseling. Students will examine the human services as a profession. Topics include various perspectives on human services and counseling such as trends in human service delivery; the history of human services and the helping relationship; the human services movement, overview of the helping model; crisis intervention; listening and understanding skills. Students will explore themselves as potential human service professional including developing a personal stress management plan. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102 and PSY 101.
COU
315
COUNSELING
SKILLS IN HUMAN SERVICES (3+0) 3 credits
This course contains didactic presentations, classroom discussion, and interactive laboratory components related to listening and empathy skills. Overview of basic counseling skills in human services profession including: counseling theories; the therapeutic relationship in counseling; and client assessment. Students will perform bio-psychosocial assessments, interviews, and documentation. Students will receive HIPPA training in patient/client confidentiality laws. This course is a prerequisite to HMS 106, Human Services Practicum I and the student must demonstrate therapeutic communication skills and pass a test of the HIPPA laws in order to participate in the Human Services Practicum. Prerequisite(s): COU 300.
COU
320
DRUGS
AND BEHAVIOR
(3+0) 3 credits
Familiarizes
the student with various classes of substances, substances physiological
effects, and substances effects on behavior. Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 or ENG
102.
COU
322
PERSPECTIVES
ON ADDICTIONS
(3+0) 3 credits
Critical
review of the definitions/terminology used in the addictions field, major
concepts relating to addictions, and model/theories used to understand
addictive behavior. Emphasizes students self-awareness of attitudes regarding
addictions. Prerequisite(s): COU 320.
COU 325
MENTAL ILLNESS AND THE HUMAN SERVICES PROFESSION (3+0) 3 credits
Client-centered and cultural approach to mental illness as related to the human services profession. Prerequisite(s): ENG 101, COU 300, COU 315.
COU
360
CONTEMPORARY
MARRIAGE AND FAMILY RELATIONSHIPS (3+0) 3 credits.
Analysis
of historic and contemporary trends in marriage and family relationships in
American society. Examinations of major family processes through the life
cycle, including functional and dysfunctional patterns and their interactions
with individuals and communities. Prerequisite(s): COU 300, COU 315.
COU 375
ETHICAL AND PROFESSIONAL ISSUES IN HUMAN SERVICES (3+0) 3 credits
Ethical, legal, and professional issues related to human services. Provides a basis for making professional decisions related to these issues. Codes of Ethics, state statutes, and case law related to human services. Prerequisite(s): ENG 101, COU 300, COU 315.
COU
376
PERSPECTIVES
ON DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
(3+0) 3 credits
Critical
review of the definitions/terminology used in the domestic violence field,
major concepts relating violence and model/theories used to understand violent
behavior. Emphasizes students self-awareness of attitudes regarding violence
and relationships.
COU
377
IDENTIFICATION
AND ASSESSMENT OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE (3+0) 3 credits.
Provide
students with knowledge of how to identify and assess individuals in violent
relationships. Epidemiological, pathological, physiological, psychological, and
cultural basis of violence across the life-span examined. Includes
assessment/screening tools, motivational interviewing, the family system,
enabling, and resource and referral systems. Prerequisite(s): COU 300 and 376.
COU 380
INDEPENDENT STUDY 1-5 Credits
Individual reading projects under the direction of the faculty member.
COU 400
FIELD EXPERIENCE IN HUMAN SERVICES I (3+0) 3 credits
Provides students with supervised work experience in human services agencies. Students participate in a weekly class that combines the principles of small group dynamics with acquired skills, knowledge and experience that students have obtained from their field experience. Prerequisite(s): COU 375
COU 401
FIELD EXPERIENCE IN HUMAN SERVICES II (3+0) 3 credits
Continuation of supervised field placement, following Field Experience I. Provides students with further supervised work experience in human services agencies. Prerequisite(s): COU 375
COU
427
IDENTIFICATION
AND ASSESSMENT IN ADDICTIONS (3+0) 3 credits
Provide students with knowledge of how to identify and assess individuals with addictions. Epidemiological, pathological, physiological, psychological, and cultural basis of addictions across the life-span examined. Includes assessment/screening tools, motivational interviewing, the family system, enabling, and resource and referral systems. Prerequisite: COU 320
COU
430
ADVANCED
PROFESSIONAL ISSUES IN SUBSTANCE ABUSE (3+0) 3 credits
Professional
issues involved in addictions counseling.
Topics include: stress and burnout, legal and ethical issues, drugs in
the workplace, ethnographic attitudes toward addictions, and the economic and
health issues associated with addictions.
Prerequisite(s): COU 320 and 427.
COU
431
ADVANCED
PROFESSIONAL ISSUES IN DOMESTIC VIOLENCE (3+0) 3 credits
Professional
issues involved in domestic violence counseling. Topics include: stress and burnout,
legal and ethical issues, drugs in the workplace, ethnographic attitudes toward
violence, and the economic and health issues associated with violence.
COU 480
INDEPENDENT STUDY 1-6 credits
Individual reading projects under the direction of a faculty member. Department approval must be obtained prior to registration. May be repeated up to a maximum of six credits. Prerequisite(s): COU 300 and 315.
COU
497
SUPERVISED
FIELD EXPERIENCE
(1-5+0) 1-5 credits
Clinical
placement in an accredited substance abuse treatment program; application of
assessment, case management, and treatment skills. Prerequisite(s): COU 300 and 315.
Counseling and Educational Psychology
CEP
121
INTRODUCTION
TO THE COLLEGE EXPERIENCE (1+0) 1 credit
Study
skills, time management, major selection, assessment, self-reflection,
technology and other factors associated with success in college.
CEP 122
ENHANCING ACADEMIC
SUCCESS (1+0) 1 credit
Improving
competence in such areas as time management, interpersonal communication, goal
setting, decision-making, test taking strategies and concepts related to the
achievement of academic success and the use of technology. Prerequisite(s): 50 credits or more and CEP 121..
Criminal Justice
CRJ
412
LEADERSHIP
AND ADMINISTRATION IN PROBLEM SOLVING (3+0) 3 credits
Personnel,
collective bargaining, technology, total quality management, communication,
implementation, training, futures, and other contemporary management issues as
they bear on community policing and problem solving.
CRJ
413
DILEMMAS
IN LAW AND LAW ENFORCEMENT (3+0) 3 credits
Legal,
moral and social implications of issues including police discretion, deadly
force, victimless crimes, surveillance, entrapment, plea bargaining, judicial
discretion and other controversial issues.
CRJ 499
INDEPENDENT STUDY 1-3 credits
Independent study in
selected topics. May be repeated
to a maximum of six credits.
Economics
ECON
102
PRINCIPLES
OF MICROECONOMICS
(3+0) 3 credits
Introduction
to the theory of relative prices; the allocation of productive resources among
alternative uses in the production of national output and its distribution;
taxation, government borrowing and indebtedness and fiscal policy are
considered.
ECON
103
PRINCIPLES
OF MACROECONOMICS
(3+0) 3 credits
Introduction
to the determination of levels of national income, employment and prices and
the basic causes of fluctuations of these levels.
ECON 261
PRINCIPLES OF STATISTICS
I (3+0) 3 credits
Probability
and major probability distributions; sampling theory; descriptive statistics;
measures of central tendency and dispersion; index figures; time series. Prerequisite(s):
IS 101, Math Core requirement.
ECON 262
PRINCIPLES OF STATISTICS
II (3+0) 3 credits
Statistical
inference, estimation, hypothesis testing; simple linear regression and
correlations; analysis of the variance. Prerequisite(s): ECON 261.
ECON 365
LABOR AND THE ECONOMY (3+0) 3 credits
Labor
union history and organization; labor market analysis of wages, hours,
employment and working conditions: collective bargaining and labor
legislation. Prerequisite(s):
Junior standing, ECON 102.
ECON
490
INDEPENDENT
STUDY 1-3
credits
Independent
study in selected topics. May be
repeated to a maximum of six credits
Education
EDU
203
INTRODUCTION TO SPECIAL EDUCATION (3+0) 3 credits
Survey of the various types of exceptionalities. Emphasis on etiology, physical, and educational characteristics.
Field Experience hours required. Prerequisite(s): EDU 250.
EDU
204
INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY IN TEACHING (3+0) 3 credits
Uses
of microcomputers in operation, word processing and LOGO applicable to
classroom for teachers to operate and utilize microcomputers in education.
Special instruction fees. Prerequisite(s) : EDU 201.
EDU
206
CLASSROOM
LEARNING ENVIRONMENTS (3+0) 3 credits
Function
and analysis of elementary school classrooms, daily activities and methods of
behavior management. Includes field experience. Field Experience hours required. Prerequisite(s): : EDU 201.
EDU 250
FOUNDATIONS OF EDUCATION (3+0) 3 credits
A foundations course in education and introduction to the philosophy, history, and sociology of modern education. Emphasis is placed on current trends in education. Field Experience hours required. (formerly EDU 201 and EDU 202)
EDUC 495
EDUCATION TOPICS: SUBTITLE VARIES 1 to 3 credits
Specialized instruction designed to develop breadth of understanding in current curriculum and instruction topics for elementary, secondary and special education teachers. Maximum of 6 credits. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Teacher Preparation Program.
EDUC 492
EDUCATION INDEPENDENT STUDY 1 to 3 credits
Action or library research in an appropriate area of curriculum, teaching, and learning. Maximum of 6 credits. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Teacher Preparation Program and permission of instructor.
EDUC 497
EDUCATION WORKSHOP/PROJECT: SUBTITLE VARIES 1 to 3 credits
Emerging problems in curriculum, teaching, and learning. Maximum of 12 credits. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Teacher Preparation Program.
Education - Elementary
EDEL 433
TEACHING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL MATHEMATICS (3+0) 3 credits
Mathematical and psychological bases for scope, sequence and appropriate instructional strategies in elementary and middle school mathematics. Field Experience hours required. Prereqisite(s): MATH 123 and Admission to the Teacher Preparation Program. (formerly CI 362)
EDEL 441
STANDARDS-BASED CURRICULUM-ELEMENTARY SCIENCE (PHYSICS EMPHASIS) (3+0) 3 credits
Materials, procedures, classical techniques in the teaching of Physics to children K-8. Field Experience hours required. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Teacher Preparation Program.
EDEL 443
TEACHING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SCIENCE (3+0) 3 credits
Materials, procedures, classical techniques in the teaching of science to children K-8. Field Experience hours required. Prereqisite(s): Admission to the Teacher Preparation Program. (formerly CI 364)
EDEL 443P
TEACHING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SCIENCE PRACTICUM (EARTH SCIENCE EMPHASIS) 1 credit
Co-requisite: EDEL 445
EDEL 443P
TEACHING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SCIENCE PRACTICUM (PHYSICS EMPHASIS) 1 credit
Co-requisite: EDEL 441
EDEL 445
CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SCIENCE (EARTH SCIENCE EMPHASIS) (3+0) 3 credits
Materials, procedures, classical techniques in the teaching of Earth Science to children K-8. Field Experience hours required. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Teacher Preparation Program.
EDEL 453
TEACHING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL SOCIAL SCIENCE (3+0) 3 credits
Teaching content and processes for social studies in elementary school classrooms. Development of instructional materials and techniques. Field Experience hours required. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Teacher Preparation Program; completion of PSY 101, COM 101 and humanities requirements. (formerly CI 366)
EDEL 483
ELEMENTARY SUPERVISED STUDENT TEACHING (12 credits) S/U only
Special Instruction Fee. Prereqisite(s): Formal application and acceptance. Maximum of 12 credits Prereqisite(s): Completion of ALL core and education courses. Prereqisite(s): Passing score on PPST or Praxis I test. Due to the nature of this course, participants will not be allowed to register for any additional courses the semester they are enrolled in student teaching without direct approval of the Department Dean. (formerly CI 460)
Education - Deaf and Hard of Hearing
EDHH 300
TEACHING MATHEMATICS TO THE DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING STUDENT I (3+0) 3 credits
This course emphasizes content and pedagogical knowledge with a standards-based design for instruction in mathematics, K-2 including accommodations or modifications necessary for students who are deaf and hard of hearing.
EDHH 301
TEACHING MATHEMATICS TO THE DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING STUDENT II (3+0) 3 credits
This course emphasizes content and pedagogical knowledge with a standards-based design for instruction in mathematics, 3-5 including accommodations or modifications necessary for students who are deaf and hard of hearing.
EDHH 302
TEACHING MATHEMATICS TO THE DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING STUDENT III (3+0) 3 credits
This course emphasizes content and pedagogical knowledge with a standards-based design for instruction in mathematics, 6-8 including accommodations or modifications necessary for students who are deaf and hard of hearing.
EDHH 303
TEACHING MATHEMATICS TO THE DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING STUDENT IV (3+0) 3 credits
This course emphasizes content and pedagogical knowledge with a standards-based design for instruction in mathematics, 9-12 including accommodations or modifications necessary for students who are deaf and hard of hearing.
EDHH 304
CLASSROOM MANAGEMENT FOR THE DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING (3+0) 3 credits
Introduction to management of the elementary classroom by surveying literature in supervising psychosocial environment, physical environment, curriculum implementation, fundamentals of classroom control, discipline, and monitoring of student learning. Special emphasis will be given to the organization of the classroom to accommodate needs and behaviors of students who are deaf and hard of hearing.
EDHH 305
AMERICAN DEAF CULTURE (3+0) 3 credits
Discussion of various aspects of American Deaf Culture including the characteristics of deafness, deaf people, the deaf community as defined by Audiological and/or cultural means and culture as reflected in the arts and language of Deaf people.
EDHH 400
LITERACY INSTRUCTION FOR THE DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING I (3+0) 3 credits
This course emphasizes content and pedagogical knowledge with a standards-based design for instruction in Reading/Language Arts instruction, K-2, including accomodations or modifications necessary for students who are deaf and hard of hearing.
EDHH 401
LITERACY INSTRUCTION FOR THE DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING II (3+0) 3 credits
This course emphasizes content and pedagogical knowledge with a standards-based design for instruction in Reading/Language Arts instruction, 3-5, including accomodations or modifications necessary for students who are deaf and hard of hearing.
EDHH 402
LITERACY INSTRUCTION FOR THE DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING III (3+0) 3 credits
This course emphasizes content and pedagogical knowledge with a standards-based design for instruction in Reading/Language Arts instruction, 6-8, including accomodations or modifications necessary for students who are deaf and hard of hearing.
EDHH 403
LITERACY INSTRUCTION FOR THE DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING IV (3+0) 3 credits
This course emphasizes content and pedagogical knowledge with a standards-based design for instruction in Reading/Language Arts instruction, 9-12, including accomodations or modifications necessary for students who are deaf and hard of hearing.
EDHH 404
TECHNOLOGY IN CLASSROOM WITH STUDENTS WHO ARE DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING
(3+0) 3 credits
Uses of microcomputers in operation, word processing and LOGO applicable to classroom for teachers to operate and utilize microcomputers in education. Special emphasis will be given to adaptations of technology required for students who are deaf and hard of hearing to be successful.
EDHH 405
TEACHING EARTH SCIENCE FOR STUDENTS WHO ARE DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING (3+0) 3 credits
Materials, procedures, classical techniques in the teaching of Earth Science to children K-8, including curricular accommodations or modifications necessary for students who are deaf and hard of hearing.
EDHH 406
TEACHING SOCIAL SCIENCES FOR STUDENTS WHO ARE DEAF AND HARD OF HEARING (3+0) 3 credits
Teaching content and processes for social studies in elementary school classrooms. Development of instructional materials and techniques, including curricular accommodations or modifications necessary for students who are deaf and hard of hearing.
EDHH 407
SIMULTANEOUS COMMUNICATION
(3+0) 3 credits
Also known as sim-con or total communcation, this course will explore the methadolies used for instruction (SEE vASL) and the controversies surrounding its advantages and disadvantages.
EDHH 408
SPECIAL TOPICS (3+0) 3 credits
Specialized instruction designed to develop breadth of understanding in current curriculum and instruction topics for deaf and hard of hearing teachers.
EDHH 483
SUPERVISED STUDENT TEACHING (12+0) 12 credits S/U only
Special Instruction Fee. Pre-Requisite: Formal application and acceptance. Completion of ALL core and education courses. Passing score on PPST or Praxis I test. Due to the nature of this course, participating will not be allowed to register for any additional courses the semester they are enrolled in student teaching without direct approval of the Department Dean. Maximum of 12 credits.
Education Reading/Language
EDRL 407
TEACHING LITERATURE (3+0) 3 credits
This course integrates reading, language arts and children’s literature for diverse learners. Students will examine children’s literature critically by reading outside of class, and reflecting on various issues connected with children’s literature: literary theory, assumptions about the implied reader, the market, ideology, and characteristics of children’s literature.
EDRL 427
TEACHING WRITING ACROSS SCHOOL CURRICULUM
Focus on writing for learning in all subject areas and at all grade levels. Introduction to current theories and practices in the teaching of writing as well as frequent writing by participants in the course. Field Experience hours required. Prereqisite(s): Admission into the Teacher Preparation Program, EDRL 442, EDRL 443. (formerly CI 467)
EDRL 442
LITERACY INSTRUCTION I
Learning theories and practice relating to reading, writing, oral language and literature for the K-3 grades. Field Experience hours required. Prereqisite(s): Admission to the Teacher Preparation Program, or current teaching credential. (formerly CI 360)
EDRL 443
LITERACY INSTRUCTION II
Learning and instruction in reading, writing, oral language and literature for the 4-8 grades. Field Experience hours required. Prerequisite(s): EDRL 442 and admission to the Teacher Preparation Program. (formerly CI 361)
EDRL 451
CONTENT AREA LITERACY (3+0) 3 credits
This course will integrate content knowledge and literacy development to prepare preservice teachers to help their students develop deep conceptual knowledge in the content areas through instruction in the habits of reading, writing, talking, listening, and thinking within varied disciplines. Students will read, reason, investigate, speak, and write about the overarching concepts within content areas.
EDRL 461
DIAGNOSTIC ASSESSMENT AND INSTRUCTION LITERACY
Apprentice teaching, emphasis on developmental instruction with children who have difficulty learning to read, small group instruction and applications in the classroom. Field Experience hours required. Prereqisite(s): EDRL 442, EDRL 443 and Admission to the Teacher Preparation Program. (formerly CI 405)
EDRL 471
LANGUAGE ACQUISITION, DEVELOPMENT AND LEARNING
Contemporary philosophies of second language acquisition, with selected topics related to language use and ideology. Field Experience hours required. Prereqisite(s): Admission to the Teacher Preparation Program. (formerly CI 431)
EDRL 472
METHODS FOR ELEMENTARY ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS
Systematic instruction to help ESL students (1) adjust to school; (2) acquire English for self-help and for extended interaction; (3) develop English for extended learning. Prereqisite(s): Admission to the Teacher Preparation Program.
EDRL 473
METHODS FOR ADOLESCENT & ADULT ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS (3+0) 3 credits
Overview of methods and materials for ESL instruction in secondary schools/adult language programs. Emphasis on application of national standards for second language instruction. Prereqisite(s): Admission to the Teacher Preparation Program.
EDRL 474
METHODS FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS (3+0) 3 credits
Introduction to English as a Second Language (ESL) methods, strategies, and instruction, including topics for teaching and accommodating English Language Learners (ELLs) with and without special needs in inclusive classrooms. Field Experience hours required. Prereqisite(s): Admission to the Teacher Preparation Program.
EDRL 475
ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS (3+0) 3 credits
This course will have two primary functions. The first is to consider practical applications of Language Acquisition Theory as they relate to informal evaluations and formal assessment of Limited English Proficient students; models for language acquisition by Jim Cummins and Stephen Krashen will be presented as a format to explore student progress and teacher practices. The class will analyze evaluation methods and assessment tools to identify, place, and qualify students relevant to local, state, and federal laws and guidelines, including, the No Child Left Behind requirements. The second emphasis of this course is to provide a framework of local, state, and federal laws and guidelines to evaluate ESL programs. Field Experience hours required. Prereqisite(s): Admission to the Teacher Preparation Program.
EDRL 477
CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT ENGLISH LANGUAGE LEARNERS (3+0) 3 credits
Course will explore first and second language acquisition, English language structure, learning styles, the effects of culture on learning, and ways to make content comprehensible to the ESL students in the regular classroom. Field Experience hours required. Prereqisite(s): Admission to the Teacher Preparation Program.
EDRL 481
SOCIOPOLITICAL CONTEXTS OF BILINGUALISM (3+0) 3 credits
In-depth history of developments internationally. Analysis of current theory and research and study of social and pedagogical implications of research and practice. Prereqisite(s): Admission to the Teacher Preparation Program.
EDRL 483
METHODS IN BILINGUAL EDUCATION (3+0) 3 credits
This course will focus upon methods for primary language instruction emphasizing listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills. Field Experience hours required. Prereqisite(s): Admission to the Teacher Preparation Program. (formerly CI 485)
EDRL 485
ASSESSMENT AND EVALUATION BILINGUAL EDUCATION (3+0) 3 credits
This course will examine a variety of methods of alternative assessments in both English and Spanish. Field Experience hours required. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Teacher Preparation Program. (formerly CI 469)
EDRL 487
CURRICULUM DEVELOPMENT BILINGUAL EDUCATION (3+0) 3 credits
This course will focus upon techniques and strategies for language and literacy development as well as the examination and evaluation of bilingual materials. Field Experience hours required. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Teacher Preparation Program (formerly CI 465)
Education - Secondary
EDSC 321
SECONDARY PEDAGOGY I (3+0) 3 credits
General principles of secondary instruction with field experience in secondary schools. Field Experience hours required. Prerequisite(s): EDU 250, Admission to the Teacher Preparation Program, completion of at least half of content major requirements. (formerly CI 350)
EDSC 403
TEACHING METHODS SECONDARY (SPECIFIC SUBJECT AREA) (3+0) 3 credits
This course is for concentration in secondary education in specific major. This course will review instructional approaches and materials for students with disabilities in each content area. Specific methods for ensuring acquisition of skills, both in regular and special education settings, will be reviewed. This course should be taken in the semester prior to student teaching. Field Experience hours required. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Teacher Preparation Program. (formerly CI 370)
EDSC 404
SECONDARY PEDAGOGY II (3+0) 3 credits
Develops prospective teachers’ understanding of effective classroom management techniques and management programs. Use of technology in the classroom is emphasized. Includes field experiences in secondary schools. Field Experience hours required. Prerequisite(s): EDSC 321; Admission to the Teacher Preparation Program (formerly CI 450)
EDSC 433
TEACHING SECONDARY ENGLISH (3+0) 3 credits
Principles and practices for teaching writing, speaking, listening, and literature. Should be taken in the semester prior to student teaching. Field Experience hours required. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Preparation Program. (formerly CI 428)
EDSC 453
TEACHING SECONDARY MATHEMATICS (3+0) 3 credits
Instructional strategies in light of current research on mathematics education. Field Experience hours required. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Preparation Program. (formerly CI 422)
EDSC 463
TEACHING SECONDARY SCHOOL SCIENCE (3+0) 3 credits
Content and methods in teaching secondary science with emphasis on scientific literacy, demonstration, investigation, computer application, and other educational technology. Field Experience hours required. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Preparation Program. (formerly CI 424)
EDSC 464
METHODS OF TEACHING ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE (3+0) 3 credits
Methods of teaching environmental science. Special emphasis on outdoor education methods. Materials and media for effective teaching. Field Experience hours required. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Preparation Program. (formerly CI 429)
EDSC 473
TEACHING SECONDARY SOCIAL STUDIES (3+0) 3 credits
Nature of social growth of adolescents in a democratic culture. Content and procedures in social studies. Development of instructional materials and techniques. Field Experience hours required. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Preparation Program. (formerly CI 421)
EDSC 483
SECONDARY SUPERVISED TEACHING INTERNSHIP (12 credits) S/U only
Special instruction fees. Prerequisite(s): Formal application and acceptance. Maximum of 12 credits. Completing of all core and education courses. Passing score on PPST or Praxis I test. Due to the nature of this course, participants will not be allowed to register for any additional courses the semester they are enrolled in student teaching without direct approval of the Department Dean. (formerly CI 551)
Education - Special Education
EDSP 402
SPECIAL TOPICS 1 to 3 credits
Specialized instruction designed to develop breadth of understanding in current curriculum and instruction topics for elementary, secondary and special education teachers. Maximum of 6 credits. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Teacher Preparation Program.
EDSP 411
STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES IN GENERAL EDUCATION SETTINGS (3+0) 3 credits
Preparation of teachers to deal with assessment and program development for students with disabilities who are included in general education classrooms. Field Experience hours required. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Teacher Preparation Program. (formerly CI 409)
EDSP 414
CAREER EDUCATION FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES (3+0) 3 credits
This course will focus on the implementation of transition requirements for secondary level students and techniques to develop career readiness for all grades. Field Experience hours required. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Teacher Preparation Program. (formerly CI 369)
EDSP 432
SERVING INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES AND THEIR FAMILIES (3+0) 3 credits
Facilitating the interrelationship of varied services for students with disabilities. Focus includes working with parents, professionals, and community services. Field Experience hours required. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Teacher Preparation Program. (formerly CI 413)
EDSP 443
SPECIAL EDUCATION CURRICULUM: GENERAL METHOD (3+0) 3 credits
Special instructional methods for students with cognitive and behavioral disorders. Includes instruction in I.E.P. goals and objectives. Field Experience hours required. Prerequisite(s): EDRL 442 or EDRL 443, EDEL 433 and Admission to the Teacher Preparation Program. Corequisite(s): EDSP 432. (formerly CI 410)
EDSP 452
ASSESSMENT FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHERS (3+0) 3 credits
This course will cover techniques for the assessment of students with disabilities in all content areas and performance domains. Techniques in the use of standardized and informal assessments that can be administered by the teacher will be explored. The course will also cover strategies that can be used to integrate assessment into both instruction and the IEP process. Field Experience hours required. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Teacher Preparation Program. (formerly CI 368)
EDSP 453
BEHAVIOR MANAGEMENT TECHNIQUES FOR STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES (3+0) 3 credits
This course will focus on skills and techniques necessary for facilitating successful placement of the special education student in the regular classroom setting. Systems for modifying content, response, and timing and for providing necessary supports for students with disabilities will be explored. Field Experience hours required. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Teacher Preparation Program. (formerly CI 367)
Educational Leadership
EL 401
LAW AND ETHICS FOR
EDUCATORS (3+0) 3 credits
Survey
of Federal and State legal and ethical issues impacting teachers. Meets State
Teacher Licensure requirements for Nevada School Law and Nevada Constitution.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Teacher Preparation Program.
English
A written English placement exam is given to students with an Enhanced ACT score 1-20 in English or Re-centered SAT 200-500 in Verbal and to students who have not taken the ACT or SAT. Ratings less than two are referred to a community college (ratings are from one to four). NSC offers English 100 (5 credits) in lieu of remedial English.
| ENG Course | Enhanced ACT English | Re-centered SAT Verbal |
|---|---|---|
| ENG 100 | 1 to 20 | 400 to 500 |
| ENG 101 | 21 to 29 | 510 to 670 |
| ENG 102 | 30 to 36 | 680 to 800 |
ENG 100
COMPOSITION I ENHANCED (5+0) 5 credits
Writing
the expository essay; emphasis on revising and editing for development,
coherence, style, and correctness. This course provides extra assistance in
English writing skills.
ENG 101
COMPOSITION I (3+0) 3 credits
Writing
the expository essay; emphasis on revising and editing for development,
coherence, style, and correctness.
ENG 102
COMPOSITION II (3+0) 3 credits
Exploration
of essay forms with particular attention to interpretation and argument;
emphasis on analytical reading and writing, critical thinking, and research
methodologies. Prerequisite(s): ENG 101; CAAP testing fee: $25.
ENG
205
INTRODUCTION
TO CREATIVE WRITING: FICTION AND POETRY (3+0) 3 credits
Writers
workshop for students who intend to develop skills in narrative or verse. May
be repeated to a maximum of six credits. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG
206
INTERMEDIATE
COMPOSITION
(3+0) 3 credits
Instruction
and practice in expository writing at the intermediate level. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG 231
WORLD LITERATURE I (3+0) 3 credits
Introduces
student to world masterworks from the beginnings through the Renaissance. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG 232
WORLD LITERATURE II (3+0) 3 credits
Introduces
student to world masterworks from the Renaissance through the modern periods. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG
235
SURVEY
OF ENGLISH LITERATURE
(3+0) 3 credits
Major
figures and movements in English literature from the beginnings to 1798. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG 236
SURVEY OF ENGLISH
LITERATURE II (3+0) 3 credits
Major
figures and movements in English literature from the Colonial period to the
Civil War. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG 241
SURVEY OF AMERICAN
LITERATURE I (3+0) 3 credits
Major
figures and movements in American literature from the Colonial period to the
Civil War. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG
242
SURVEY
OF AMERICAN LITERATURE II (3+0) 3 credits
Continuation
of ENG 241. Major figures and movements in American literature from the Civil
War to the present. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG
243
INTRODUCTION
TO THE SHORT STORY
(3+0) 3 credits
Elements
of the short story, its variety of forms, representative authors. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG 252
INTRODUCTION TO DRAMA (3+0) 3 credits
Elements
of drama, its basic forms, representative plays of world drama. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG 253
CONTEMPORARY DRAMA(3+0) 3 credits
American,
English and European drama of the period since World War II. Including such writers as Miller,
Albee, Ionesco, and Pinter. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG 261
INTRODUCTION TO POETRY (3+0) 3 credits
Elements
of poetry, its basic types and forms, representative poets in English. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG
275
CONTEMPORARY
LITERATURE (3+0)
3 credits
Reading
of recent literature of various types to acquaint students with contemporary
writers. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG 278
READINGS IN THE
CONTEMPORARY NOVEL (3+0) 3 credits
Study of the post-World War II novel, its development, and
direction. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG 298
WRITING ABOUT LITERATURE (3+0) 3 credits
This course will explore the strategies and terms essential to the analysis of literary texts, to the crafting of effective arguments about literature, and to the evaluation of those arguments. Replaces ENG 282 and ENG 297. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG 303
INTRODUCTION TO LITERARY THEORY AND CRITICISM (3+0)
3 credits
Selected
literary theories, varieties of criticism, and texts, emphasizing their
interrelations (e.g., Shakespeare and feminist criticism, approaches to the
novel, deconstruction and romantic poetry). Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG 401A
ADVANCED COMPOSITION (3+0) 3 credits
Study
of expository prose, with exploration of its special forms and intensive practice
in writing. May be repeated to a
maximum of six credits. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG
407A
FUNDAMENTALS
OF BUSINESS WRITING
(3+0) 3 credits
Special
emphasis on meeting the needs of todays business communicator. Provides students with business writing
skills and a broad understanding of the field of business writing. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG
407B
FUNDAMENTALS
OF TECHNICAL WRITING
(3+0) 3 credits
Special
emphasis on meeting the communication needs of todays technical writer. Provides students with technical
writing skills and a broad understanding of the field of technical writing. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG
410A
SEMANTICS (3+0) 3 credits
Study
of meanings in the English language using the principles of discourse analysis,
speech act theory, and pragmatics: analyzing advertising, political rhetoric,
interpersonal relationships, and literature. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG 411B
PRINCIPLES OF MODERN
GRAMMAR (3+0) 3 credits
Designed
to acquaint students, particularly teachers and prospective teachers, with
fundamental approaches to English grammar. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG 416C
SPECIAL PROBLEMS IN ENGLISH (3+0) 3 credits
English 416C introduces students to the origins, development, and theory of language and focuses on the history and development of forms, syntax, semantics, and usage of English.
ENG
420A
SURVEY
OF LITERARY CRITICISM
(3+0) 3 credits
Survey
of the major theories of literary criticism beginning with Plato and Aristotle.
Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG 426A
RELIGION AND LITERATURE (3+0) 3 credits
Insights and relationships of religious themes, beliefs, and assumptions as they may bear upon the analysis of literary texts. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG
427A
WOMEN
AND LITERATURE
(3+0) 3 credits
Women
writers and the ways in which women are portrayed in literature. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG 429C
LITERATURE OF THE
AMERICAN WEST (3+0) 3 credits
Study
of literature of the American West. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG
434A
SHAKESPEARE:
TRAGEDIES
(3+0) 3 credits
Intensive
study of Shakespeares major tragedies. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG
434B
SHAKESPEARE:
COMEDIES AND HISTORIES (3+0) 3 credits
Intensive
study of Shakespeares major comedies and histories. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG 436A
MAJOR FIGURES IN LITERATURE (3+0) 3 credits
Seminar on one or more major figures in American literature. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG 441A
THE RENAISSANCE (3+0) 3 credits
Study of non-dramatic prose and poetry of the sixteenth century. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG
444A
THE
ROMANTIC MOVEMENT
(3+0) 3 credits
English
writers from about 1790-1832, e.g., Blake, Wordsworth, Coleridge, Byron, Shelley and Keats. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG
445A
THE
VICTORIAN PERIOD
(3+0) 3 credits
Social
and artistic movements of the later 19th century as revealed in English poetry
and prose. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG 445C
NINTEENTH-CENTURY PROSE WRITERS (3+0) 3 credits
Major prose writers of the Romantic and Victorian periods and their intellectual and literary milieu. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG
447A
CONTEMPORARY
BRITISH LITERATURE
(3+0) 3 credits
Cross-generic
studies in British literature since World War II. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG 449A
BRITISH LITERATURE I (3+0) 3 credits
Major authors and works in British literature from the beginning through the eighteenth century. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG 449B
BRITISH LITERATURE II (3+0) 3 credits
Major authors and works in British literature from the nineteenth century to the present. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG
450A
STUDIES
IN 20TH CENTURY LITERATURE (3+0) 3 credits
Cross-generic
studies in American literature. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG
451A
AMERICAN
LITERATURE I
(3+0) 3 credits
Major
figures and movements from the beginnings to the Civil War. Prerequisite(s):
ENG 102.
ENG
451B
AMERICAN
LITERATURE II
(3+0) 3 credits
Major
figures and movements from the Civil War to the present. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG 452A
AMERICAN LITERATURE, 1620-1865 (3+0) 3 credits.
Study of American literature from 1620 to 1865. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG 453B
AMERICAN LITERATURE, 1865-1918 (3+0) 3 credits
Study of American literature from the Civil War through World War I. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG 453C
AMERICAN LITERATURE, 1918-PRESENT (3+0) 3 credits
Study of American literature from 1918 to the present. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG 460
THE AMERICAN SHORT STORY (3+0) 3 credits
Survey of the short story in America from the beginnings to modern times. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG 462C
MODERN AMERICAN POETRY (3+0) 3 credits
Study of twentieth-century American poetry. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG 467B
MODERN AMERICAN DRAMA (3+0) 3 credits
Study of twentieth-century American drama. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG 470A
THE BRITISH NOVEL (3+0) 3 credits
The British novel from its origins to about 1800. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG 471A
MODERN BRITISH NOVEL (3+0) 3 credits
British fiction from Conrad to 1945. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG 471B
CONTEMPORARY BRITISH NOVEL (3+0) 3 credits
British fiction since 1945. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG 473C
THE CONTEMPORARY AMERICAN NOVEL (3+0) 3 credits
The American novel since 1945. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG 476B
HISTORY OF THE AMERICAN FILM (3+0) 3 credits
Examination of the films of major directors from D.W. Griffith in the Biograph period (1908-1912) to the present. Filmmakers such as John Ford, Howard Hawks, Orson Welles, George Cukor, Robert Flaherty, Frank Capra, Raoul Walsh, and others. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG
477A
FILM
AND LITERATURE
(3+0) 3 credits
(Same
as FIS 495.) Comparative study of the relations of prose, poetry, and drama to
the structure and themes of the cinema, from Dickens to the present. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG 477C
GENRE STUDIES IN FILM (3+0) 3 credits
Individual examinations of genre, structures, and themes, with emphasis on the development and the history of genres. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG
481A
COMPARATIVE
LITERATURE
(3 +0) 3 credits
Intensive
analysis of selected masterpieces of the Western world to the beginning of
Romanticism. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG
481B
MODERN
COMPARATIVE LITERATURE (3+0) 3 credits
Intensive analysis of selected masterpieces of the Western world from Romanticism to the twentieth century, themes of literature, literary influences, and major authors. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG 484A
THE BIBLE AS LITERATURE (3+0) 3 credits
Study
of selected books of the Old and New Testament as literature. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG
485
TOPICS
IN COMPARATIVE LITERATURE (3+0) 3 credits
Literature
taught in English translation, for example, Dante, French feminism, or Hispanic
writers. May be repeated for English major or minor credit. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG 485A
ASIAN LITERATURE (3+0) 3 credits
Intensive study of classical and contemporary Asian literature, especially that of India, Japan, China, and Southeast Asia. Texts in English. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG 490A
GENDER AND SEXUAL
IDENTITY IN LITERATURE (3+0) 3 credits
Study
of gender and literature through the ages. Focus may be aesthetic, historical
or thematic. Topics may vary. May be repeated for a maximum of six
credits. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG
491B
ENVIRONMENTAL
LITERATURE (3+0)
3 credits
Study
of environmental literature, both fiction and non-fiction. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG
494A
NATIVE
AMERICAN LITERATURE
(3+0) 3 credits
Literature
of Native American peoples, oral tradition through contemporary works. May be repeated to a maximum of nine
credits. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG
495C
AFRICAN
AMERICAN LITERATURE
(3+0) 3 credits
African-American
writing from literary, cultural, and historical perspectives. Typically
includes various genres-poetry, fiction, and non-fiction. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG
496A
THEMES
IN MODERN CHICANO LITERATURE (3+0) 3 credits
Intensive
study of major themes and techniques in the prose, poetry, and theater of
Chicano writers since 1950. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
ENG
499
INDEPENDENT
STUDY
1-3 credits
Open
to juniors and seniors with consent of the department chair and an assigned
instructor. May be repeated to a
maximum of six credits. Prerequisite(s): ENG 102.
English As A Second Language
ESL
139
COMPOSITION
FOR INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS (3+0) 3 credits
Improvement of writing
skills for non-native speakers; emphasis on writing for academic purposes;
attention given to sentence combining and grammatical errors made by ESL
students. Prerequisite(s): Placement
Test. Students must re-take the placement exam after completing ESL 139 in order to progress to ENG 100, 101, or 102.
Environmental Science
ENV
101
INTRODUCTION
TO ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCES (3+0) 3 credits
Introduction
to the relationship of humans and the environment. Selected aspects of current thinking and research concerning
the impact of industrialization and urbanization on environmental quality,
including the population explosion; the potential decline of the affluent
society by the depletion of natural resources; the pollution of air, land
surface and water; the public agencies and policies designated to solve
environmental problems (Formerly ENV 100).
ENV 201
ENVIRONMENTAL
TOXICOLOGY and RISK ASSESSMENT (3+0)
3 credits
Study of the basic
principles of toxicology, including routes of exposure, dose response, and
target organ effects using environmental toxicants as primary examples. Toxicology concepts applied to risk
assessment and the development of acceptable exposure limits for toxic substances
regulated by EPA and OSHA.
Prerequisite(s): CHEM 220.
ENV 260
ENVIRONMENTAL
MEASUREMENT and ANALYSIS (3+3) 4 credits
Overview of data
collection, analysis, and experimental design methods used in environmental
science and management.
Classroom, field, and laboratory techniques associated with the
evaluation and interpretation of environmental data. Measurement of physical, biological,
chemical, and sociological parameters important in environmental
studies. Prerequisite(s): MATH 124
ENV 345
ENVIRONMENTAL
REGULATIONS: HISTORY, LAW, and METHODS (3+0) 3 credits
Introduction to
environmental regulatory approaches used in the United States and the world,
and the legal authority behind those regulations. Explores the range of regulatory interventions that have
been sued, and historical, political, sociological, legal, and technological
limitations and advantages of different environmental regulatory schemes. Prerequisite(s): ENV 101.
ENV 410
ENVIRONMENTAL POLICY AND
DECISION MAKING (3+0) 3 credits
Fundamental
principles of policy and politics that shape environmental protection
strategies in the nation and abroad.
Prerequisite(s): ENV 101.
ENV
480
GEOGRAPHIC
INFORMATION SYSTEM FOR ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT (3+3) 4 credits
Introduction
to the use of GIS for environmental problem analysis and management. Covers fundamental concepts as well as
technical skills including: the nature of geographic data, data collection and
conversion, geo-coding, database development and management, spatial analysis,
use of spatial information in management.
Prerequisite(s): ENV 260 or equivalent.
ENV
493
INDEPENDENT
STUDY 1-3
credits
Independent
study in selected topics. May be
repeated to a maximum of six credits.
Ethnic Studies
ETS 101
INTRODUCTION TO ETHNIC STUDIES (3+0) 3 credits
This course critically examines the major historical, theoretical and political questions concerning ethnic minorities in the United States. We will explore the unique experiences of Asian Americans, Chicanos/as, Native Americans, and African Americans by examining the history of colonialism, slavery, genocide, capitalism, and patriarchy in the U.S. This course will broaden one's understanding of the ways in which race and ethnicity intersect with gender, class, citizenship, and nation in order to demonstrate how power relations impact group identity, language in society and culture, forms of resistance, social oppression, social justice and activism. We will also consider how one's particular worldviews can be determined by the limitations of one's ideologies and cultural orientation.
Finance
FIN 301
PRINCIPLES OF MANAGERIAL
FINANCE (3+0) 3 credits
Finance
function within business organizations; tools and techniques of financial
management. Topics include
financial mathematics; valuation of securities; financial analysis; capital
budgeting; concepts of capital structure and dividend policy; and working
capital management. Prerequisite(s):
Junior standing, ACC 201, ACC 202 and ECON 261.
FIN 490
INDEPENDENT STUDY 1-3 credits
Independent study in
selected topics. May be repeated
to a maximum of six credits.
Film
FIS 100
INTRODUCTION TO FILM (3+0) 3 credits
Introduction
to the history of international film, its structure and terminology. Development of cinematic techniques
from Edison, Lumiere, and Melie to prevailing contemporary trends surveyed,
with special emphasis on major directors such as Einsenstein, Ford, Griffith,
Lang, Hitchcock, Bergman, and Renoir.
FIS
110
LANGUAGE
OF FILM (3+0)
3 credits
Introduction
to studying feature films through lectures, discussions, and writing
criticism. Investigation of what
elements make film a unique art form through both textual and contextual
analysis.
FIS 410
MAJOR FIGURES IN THE
CINEMA (3+0) 3 credits
Critical
engagement in the meaning of film authorship by examining the works of
significant filmmakers with widely divergent authorship by examining the works
of filmmakers with widely divergent authorial styles. Please note that different directors will be studied each
time this course is offered.
FIS 444
DOCUMENTARY FILM AND
VIDEO (3+0) 3 credits
Major
traditions, movements, and filmmakers. Social, aesthetic, and technical aspects
of documentary films and videos.
Prerequisite(s): FIS 110.
FIS
495
FILM
AND LITERATURE
(3+0) 3 credits
(Same
as ENG 495.) Comparative study of the relations of prose, poetry, and drama to
the structure and themes of the cinema, from Dickens to the present.
French
FREN 111
FIRST YEAR FRENCH I (4+0) 4 credits
The development of language skills in listening, speaking,
reading and writing. Emphasis is placed on communication in all four language acquisition skills.
FREN 112
FIRST YEAR FRENCH II (4+0) 4 credits
The further development of language skills in listening,
speaking, reading and writing. Emphasis is placed on more
sophisticated communication in all four language acquisition
skills. Prerequisite(s): FREN 111 or equivalent.
FREN 211
SECOND YEAR FRENCH I (3+0) 3 credits
Continuation of French language skills and intensive
reviews of grammatical structures, listening, speaking, reading
and writing skills through an introduction to French literary
readings. Prerequisite(s): FREN 112 or equivalent.
FREN 212
SECOND YEAR FRENCH II (3+0) 3 credits
Further amelioration and perfection of grammatical, listening,
speaking, reading and writing skills through
selected French literary readings. Prerequisite(s): FREN
211 or equivalent.
Geography
GEOG 117
INTRODUCTION TO METEOROLOGY (3+0) 3 credits
Studies the composition, structure, and dynamics of the
earth’s atmosphere that influences global weather patterns.
Meteorology defines weather concepts that provide the basis
for forecasting, weather analysis and understanding atmospheric phenomena such as hurricanes, tornadoes and
extreme weather. Discussion on human impact of the atmosphere, ozone depletion, greenhouse effect and air pollution.
Geology
GEOL
100
INTRODUCTION TO GEOLOGY (3+0) 3 credits
Basic geology for non-majors, including rock and mineral
identification and application of geological processes to explain the nation’s topography.
GEOL
101
GEOLOGY: EXPLORING
PLANET EARTH (3+3) 4 credits
Study
of processes that form and modify landscapes, climates, and exosystems. Interrelationships among the
atmosphere, water, earth, and life with emphasis on relationships between
humans and environmental processes.
GEOL
102
EARTH
AND LIFE THROUGH TIME
(3+3) 4 credits
Systematic
review of the history of the earth and the methods by which the details of
earth history are unraveled. Field trips required. Prerequisite(s): MATH 120 or higher.
GEOL
120
NATURAL
DISASTERS
(3+0) 3 credits
Causes
of natural disasters and their impact on people and property.
Focuses on geological hazards such as earthquakes, volcanic eruptions, landslides,
and floods.
GEOL 495
INDEPENDENT STUDY AND
RESEARCH 1-3 credits
Independent study in
selected topics. May be repeated
to a maximum of six credits.
Health Ecology
HE
201
FOUNDATIONS
OF PERSONAL HEALTH AND WELLNESS (3+3) 4 credits
Explore health values,
attitudes, and behaviors of self and others. Design personal fitness and
wellness plans.
HE 405
SPIRITUALITY AND HEALTH (3+0) 3 credits
Examines the role spirituality has in health.
HE 421
HEALTH AND WELLNESS ACROSS THE LIFESPAN (3+0) 3 credits
Exploration of developmental processes and life events which
impact health and wellness from childhood through late adulthood. Prerequisite(s):
HE 201.
HE 438
HEALTH ASPECTS OF
GERONTOLOGY (3+0) 3 credits
Physiological aspects of the aging process; normal and pathological
health changes in relation to aging. Prerequisite(s): HE 201, NUTR 223, 370, BIOL 189, 223, and 224.
History
HIST 101
US HISTORY TO 1865 (3+0) 3 credits
U.S.
political, social, economic, diplomatic, and cultural development from colonial
times to 1865. Includes examination of the U.S. Constitution and satisfies the
U.S. Constitution requirement.
HIST 102
US HISTORY 1865 TO
PRESENT (3+0) 3 credits
U.S.
political, social, economic, diplomatic, and cultural development from 1865 to
the present.
HIST
105
EUROPEAN
CIVILIZATION
I (3+0)
3 credits
Development
of western civilization from the dawn of history to 1648.
HIST 106
EUROPEAN CIVILIZATION II (3+0) 3 credits
Development
of western civilization from 1648 to the present.
HIST 202
INTRODUCTION TO AMERICAN
MILITARY HISTORY (3+0) 3 credits
U.S.
military history from the colonial period onward emphasizing war strategies,
military thought and policy in the armed forces in American society.
HIST 211
HISTORY OF EAST ASIA I (3+0) 3 credits
East
Asian history (China, Japan, Korea); Neolithic to 18th century; relates
science, art, philosophy to state formation and cultural practice.
HIST 212
HISTORY OF EAST ASIA II (3+0) 3 credits
Survey
of modern East Asia (China, Japan, Korea) since the Song Dynasty;
interdisciplinary approach, e.g. Korean literature, Japanese film, Chinese
philosophy.
HIST 217
NEVADA HISTORY (3+0) 3 credits
Nevada
history from early exploration to the present. Includes examination of the
Nevada Constitution and satisfies the Nevada Constitution requirement.
HIST 251
HISTORICAL INVESTIGATION (3+0) 3 credits
The
how and why of the historian's craft: an introduction to the basics of
research and writing; an examination of historical writing, its
relationship to the time and place of its origin, and the emergence of the
ideas, consciousness, and canons of scholarship which shaped it.
HIST
307
U.S.
INVOLVEMENT IN VIETNAM (3+0) 3 credits
Analysis
of the diplomatic and military rationale for U.S. intervention in Vietnam and
the course of the war at home and abroad, including the effects on U.S. foreign
policy, society, and politics. Prerequisite(s): ENG 101 and ENG 102.
HIST 312
THE EXPANSION OF THE
UNITED STATES (3+0) 3 credits
Expansion
and growth of the United States with emphasis on the "westward
movement;" the conquest and settlement of regions west of the Appalachian
Mountains.
HIST
320
HISPANIC
CULTURE IN THE UNITED STATES (3+0) 3 credits
Various
Hispanic groups in the United States, their history and cultural contributions
to contemporary life; immigration and political issues are also discussed.
HIST 371
ANCIENT CIVILIZATION I (3+0) 3 credits
Political,
economic, cultural and technological contributions of ancient Mesopotamia,
Egypt, Palestine and Greece from the dawn of civilization to the Hellenistic
world
HIST 372
ANCIENT CIVILIZATION II (3+0) 3 credits
Political,
economic, cultural, and technological developments and contributions of ancient
Rome, with special emphasis on the rise and collapse of the Roman empire.
HIST
373
MEDIEVAL
CIVILIZATION
(3+0) 3 credits
Europe
from the disintegration of the Roman Empire to the age of the Renaissance.
HIST
385
EARLY
MODERN EUROPE (3+0) 3 credits
Political,
social, cultural, and institutional history of Europe in the 16th and 17th
centuries; includes Reformation controversies, social and economic change,
popular culture and private life.
HIST
393
ENGLAND
AND THE BRITISH EMPIRE I (3+0) 3 credits
England
and the British empire; economic, social, political, and cultural history of
England from prehistory to 1688.
HIST
394
ENGLAND
AND THE BRITISH EMPIRE II (3+0) 3 credits
England
and the British empire; economic, social, political and cultural history of
England from 1688 to present.
HIST 395
RUSSIAN HISTORY TO 1900 (3+0) 3 credits
Rise
of Kiev Rus, Mongol invasions, medieval Muscovy, Peter the Great and modern
Imperial Russia. Emergence of dissent and the Russian revolutionary movement.
HIST
396
20TH
CENTURY RUSSIA AND THE SOVIET UNION (3+0) 3 credits
Collapse
of the Russian autocracy, rise of the Bolsheviks, Stalinism and the purges, WW
II, the thaw, collapse of the Soviet Union, and recent developments.
HIST
401
AMERICAN
CONSTITUTIONAL AND LEGAL HISTORY (3+0) 3 credits
The
origin and growth of the constitutional system. May be used to satisfy
requirement in U.S. Constitution.
HIST
403
MODERN
AMERICAN CIVILIZATION
(3+0) 3 credits
Analysis
of major themes of American society from World War II to the present. Emphasis
upon social, intellectual, cultural, and economic life.
HIST
407A
UNITED
STATES FOREIGN RELATIONS I (3+0) 3 credits
Analysis of the domestic origins, implementation, and international consequences of U.S. foreign relations. Includes diplomatic, economic, and cultural relations. HIST 407A covers the period from American Revolution through 1920. Prerequisite(s): Six credits of history.
HIST 407B
UNITED STATES FOREIGN
RELATIONS II (3+0) 3 credits
Analysis of the domestic
origins, implementation, and international consequences of U.S. foreign
relations. Includes diplomatic, economic, and cultural relations. HIST 407B
extends from 1920 to the present. Prerequisite(s): Six credits of history.
HIST 417A
NEVADA AND THE WEST (3+0) 3 credits
Topical
examination of Nevada history in relation to issues of western and national
significance, e.g.., mining, transportation, conservation, and development of
water resources.
HIST
418
HISTORY
OF UNITED STATES: AMERICAN INDIAN RELATIONS (3+0) 3 credits
US.
government relations with tribes and inter-tribal relations from colonial times
into the 20th century with emphasis upon constitutional questions.
HIST
424
ROLE
OF RELIGION IN AMERICAN CULTURE (3+0) 3 credits
Study
of the relationship between religion and secular culture in the American
experience from the colonial era to the present.
HIST
426
THE AMERICAN WEST THROUGH FILM (3+0) 3 credits
Analyzes the relationships between the histyr of the American West, movie westerns, and the cultural climate of the Univerd States after 1945.
HIST 427
STUDIES IN EUROPEAN
INTELLECTUAL HISTORY (3+0) 3 credits
Topical
discussions of intellectual traditions and institutional structures in European
history.
HIST
428
ROLE
OF BUSINESS IN UNITED STATES HISTORY (3+0) 3 credits
Examines
the growth and influence of business upon American history from colonial times
to the present. Includes the role
played by business groups in the American revolution, adoption of the U.S.
constitution, westward expansion, the Civil War, World War II, and the development
of major American cities.
HIST
432
HISTORY
OF WOMEN IN THE UNITED STATES (3+0) 3 credits
Experiences
and activities of women in the home and American society from the colonial
period to the present.
HIST 433
AFRICAN-AMERICAN HISTORY (3+0) 3 credits
Topical
approach to Black history that seeks to illuminate
grand themes such as DuBois notion of "doubleconsciousness," the
dilemma of being both Black and American. Explores in depth such topics as
religion, family, slavery, urban life, education, labor, culture, and politics.
HIST
441
AMERICAN
ENVIRONMENTAL HISTORY
(3+0) 3 credits
American
attitudes and policies toward the environment emphasizing themes of
exploitation, preservation and conservation from the Puritans to the late 20th
century ecological movement.
HIST 444
LATINOS IN
THE AMERICAN WEST
Analysis of the
history of Latinos beginning with the Spanish exploration of the New World, the
resulting cultural encounters and emergence of a mixed frontier populace, and
the present social, economic, and cultural roles of Latinos in American society.
Prerequisite(s): Six credits of history.
HIST 449
HISTORY OF JAPAN (3+0) 3 credits
In-depth analysis of Japanese history and society from prehistoric times until the present.
HIST
450
MODERN
CHINESE HISTORY
(3 +0) 3 credits
History
of modern China from collapse of the imperial order to the present
contextualizes China's continuous revolution; emphasizes political culture and
social transformation.
HIST
452B
POPULAR CULTURE IN TWENTIETH-CENTURY AMERICA (3 +0) 3 credits
History of popular culture in the recent United States. Key themes include the growth of mass media and mass culture, debates over the merits and effects of popular culture, and teh relationship of so-called highbrow and lowbrow culture.
HIST
463
EUROPE:
1815-1914
(3+0) 3 credits
Political
and economic history of Europe from the Congress of Vienna to the outbreak of
World War I.
HIST
464
EUROPE:
1914 - PRESENT
(3+0) 3 credits
Detailed
study of an age of conflict and its interludes of peace.
HIST
469
TOPICS
IN RUSSIAN AND EAST EUROPEAN HISTORY (3+0) 3 credits
Selected
topics in Russian, Soviet and East European political, social, cultural,
economic, and intellectual history. Maximum of 6 credits (Formerly HIST 468).
HIST 470
HISTORY OF MEXICO (3+0) 3 credits
Survey
of the development of Mexican civilization, examining the Maya and Aztec
background and emphasizing the Spanish conquest, colonial institution, the
independence movement and the
problems of nationhood, the Mexican Revolution of 1910, and contemporary
issues.
HIST
478
MIDDLE
EASTERN STUDIES
(3+0) 3 credits
Emphasizes
the history and civilizations of the Middle East as well as its relations with
the West. Topics include
contemporary politics, oil, and the Arab-Israeli conflict.
HIST 497
INDEPENDENT STUDY 1-3 credits
Independent study in
selected topics. May be repeated
to a maximum of six credits.
HIST 499
SENIOR SEMINAR IN
HISTORY (3+0) 3 credits
Topical
seminar that integrates research, analytic, methodological, language, and
writing skills. Prerequisite(s): 9 History credits at 300 level or above;
approval of undergraduate advisor.
Information Systems
IS 101
INTRODUCTION TO
INFORMATION SYSTEMS (2+2) 3 credits
Introductions
to microcomputers, computers in business and microcomputer software tools
including word processors, spreadsheets, and database management systems.(Formerly
CIS 190).
IS
201
COMPUTER
APPLICATIONS
1-3 credits
Topics
include advanced aspects of operating systems, spreadsheets, databases, hardware, and other topics. Three credits maximum. Three
credits constitute completion of the course.
IS 301
MANAGEMENT INFORMATION
SYSTEMS (3+0) 3 credits
Introductions
to business applications, computers in organizations, systems development
theory and practice, application develop methodology, changing technology, and
concerns about computer security and privacy. Prerequisite(s): IS 101.
IS
380
OBJECT-ORIENTED
PROGRAMMING USING C++/JAVA (3+0) 3 credits
Introduces
concept of object-oriented programming, a structured and powerful programming
technique offering advantages over the traditional approach. C++ and Java used
as tools to write object-oriented programs effectively. Students write business
application programs using C++/Java to solve real-world problems.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to a business major or junior standing, IS 201.
IS 490
INDEPENDENT STUDY 1-3 credits
Independent study in
selected topics. May be repeated to a maximum of six credits.
Integrated Studies Core
ISC
300
INTRODUCTION
TO INTEGRATED STUDIES
(3+0) 3 credits.
These
courses provide students the opportunity to examine a problem using the
methodologies of problem solving and analysis from several disciplines. The topics will change, but the core
goals of each class are: interdisciplinary approaches to knowledge, developing
research abilities, formulating good questions, analyzing the information
gathered, and synthesizing thinking into a clear and persuasive paper or
presentation.
ISC 400
INTEGRATED STUDIES
SEMINAR (3+0) 3 credits
These
courses develop further the ability of students to approach problems from a
variety of disciplinary perspectives and expose students to the possibilities
of interdisciplinary fields. The topics will be based upon the interests of the
faculty and of the students. When
discernible patterns of emphases combinations emerge, courses appropriate to
these combinations will be offered, such as a course integrating psychology and
biology, or business and history.
ISC
495
CAPSTONE
COURSE: INTEGRATED STUDIES (3+0) 3 credits
The course asks the students to examine the
epistemology and methodology of the various disciplines in which they have
concentrated. Students examine how these disciplines have enhanced their
education and life skills. Includes a senior thesis or project which is
presented as part of the capstone course.
Italian
ITAL 111
FIRST YEAR ITALIAN I (4 + 0) 4 credits
The development of language skills in listening, speaking, and writing. Oral emphasis.
ITAL 112
FIRST YEAR ITALIAN II (4 + 0) 4 credits
A second semester course designed to continue and improve the skills learned in ITAL 111. Prerequisite(s): ITAL 111 or permission of the Department.
ITAL 211
SECOND YEAR ITALIAN I (3 + 0) 3 credits
Continuation of Italian language skills with intensive review of grammatical structures. Emphasis on speaking, reading and writing skills. Introduction to Italian prose writing. Prerequisite(s): ITAL 112.
ITAL 212
SECOND ITALLIAN II (3 + 0) 3 credits
Continuation of review of grammatical structures. Structured conversation, reading of one novel and writing based on assigned topics. Prerequisite(s): ITAL 211.
Kinesiology
KIN 172
FOUNDATIONS OF
KINESIOLOGY (3+0) 3 credits
Examines and explores the
field of kinesiology, as the academic study of human movement. Presents the knowledge of kinesiology
as a comprehensive, cross-disciplinary synthesis of various academic approaches
from a variety of sub-disciplines.
KIN 175
PHYSICAL ACTIVITY AND
HEALTH (3+0) 3 credits
Basic understanding of
elementary exercise physiology as it applies to exercise and physical
fitness. Principles of good
nutrition and caloric values of common foods. Energy equation and factors in weight gain and weight
loss. Practical assessment of
fitness and body composition.
KIN 191
EXERCISE FOR THE
OVERWEIGHT OR TYPE II DIABETIC (1+0) 1 credit
Development and implementation of physical fitness and weight control
for the obese and/or Type II diabetic. Instruction on proper exercise
techniques combined with regular fitness training classes to improve overall
cardiovascular endurance, strength, body composition, and flexibility. All
participants undergo a pre and post-physical fitness assessment to monitor
conditioning status. (Available for a letter grade option only once.) May be repeated
to a maximum of six credits.
KIN 245
ANATOMICAL KINESIOLOGY (3+0) 3 credits
Anatomical analysis of human movement as a basis for teaching and
adaptation of motor skills. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 189.
KIN 490
INTERNSHIP IN FITNESS AND SPORT MANAGEMENT 1-12 credits
Supervised on-site professional experience in local settings
that encompass all age groups including health clubs, YMCAs, industry, nursing
homes, and senior activity centers. Permission of instructor required.
KIN 491
EXERCISE PHYSIOLOGY (3+0) 3 credits
Physiological changes in human organisms during physical
exercise; physiological bases for planning physical education programs;
observations of respiratory, circulatory, nervous, and metabolic adjustments to
physical exercise. Prerequisite(s): KIN 172, 175, 245,
BIOL 189, 223, and 224.
Management
MGT
301
PRINCIPLES
OF MANAGEMENT AND ORGANIZATIONAL BEHAVIOR (3+0) 3 credits
Fundamentals
and principles of management.
Administrative policies, objectives, and procedures. Problems of organization control and
leadership. Prerequisite(s):
Junior standing, BUS 101.
MGT 367
HUMAN RESOURCE
MANAGEMENT (3+0) 3 credits
Objectives,
functions, organization, and philosophy of personnel relations. Special emphasis on employment,
training, and labor relations.
Prerequisite(s): Junior standing, MGT 301.
MGT 391
QUANTITATIVE ANALYSIS (3+0) 3 credits
Identification
and formulation of decision problems; introduction to the use of quantitative
tools in business including linear programming, non-linear programming, game
theory, and similar techniques: construction of quantitative models and their
relationship to the use of electronic computers in business decision making. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing, MATH
132.
MGT 415
BUSINESS AND SOCIETY (3+0) 3 credits
Study
of the evolution of American business in the context of its changing political
and social environment. Analysis
of the origins of the American business creed, the concept of social
responsibility of business, and the expanding role of the corporation. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing, MGT
301, BLW 302.
MGT
423/623
ADVANCED
TOPICS IN ORGANIZATIONAL AND INTERPERSONAL BEHAVIOR (3+0) 3 credits
Selected
behavioral influences affecting decision making, organizational structure,
including organizational power and politics, change and development, and/or
creativity. Prerequisite(s): MGT
301.
MGT 480
INTERNATIONAL MANAGEMENT (3+0) 3 credits
Strategy,
operations, and external relationships involved in international commerce with
emphasis on management of multinational corporations. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing, MGT 301.
MGT
491/691
ADVANCED
SEMINAR IN MANAGEMENT
(3+0) 3 credits
Advanced
study of selected topics in Management.
MGT
492
ADVANCED
ORGANIZATIONAL MANAGEMENT (3+0) 3 credits
Concepts,
theories, and case studies concerning the behavior of people in modern business
organizations. Same class as MGT
453. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing, MGT 301.
MGT 494
SEMINAR IN MANAGEMENT (3+0) 3 credits
Analysis
of the nature and problems of, and approaches to, management, planning,
organizing and decision making, and controlling through the study of recent
relevant literature and selected cases.
Prerequisite(s): Senior standing and MGT 301.
Marketing
MKT 210
MARKETING PRINCIPLES (3+0) 3 credits
Objectives
and policies of marketing managers as influenced by marketing institutions, the
functions performed and consumer wants and needs in a diverse culture.
MKT 301
MARKETING MANAGEMENT (3+0) 3 credits
Planning
and executing the conception, pricing, promotion, and distribution of ideas,
goods, and services to create exchanges that satisfy individual and
organizational objectives.
Prerequisite(s): BUS 101.
MKT 380
PRINCIPLES OF INTERNET
MARKETING (3+0) 3 credits
Theory
and practice of marketing on the Internet. Focuses on role of internet marketing in marketing strategy,
internet process, internet mechanics, and internet site construction. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing, VIS
381.
MKT
490
INDEPENDENT
STUDY 1-3
credits
Independent
study in selected topics. May be
repeated to a maximum of six credits.