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Biological Sciences |
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BSCI 2250 - Anatomy and Physiology I with Lab
(4)
Anatomy and Physiology I is the first course of the two-term sequence in anatomy and physiology. This course serves as an introduction to the basic principles of anatomy and physiology. Topics covered include integumentary, skeletal, muscular, nervous, and special senses systems which are covered in detail. This course gives the student an in-depth understanding of how these systems work both independently and together in the human body.
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BSCI 2350 - Anatomy and Physiology II with Lab
(4)
Anatomy and Physiology II is the second of the two-term sequence in anatomy and physiology. Topics covered include the endocrine, cardiovascular, lymphatic, respiratory, digestive, urinary, and reproductive systems as well as how these systems work and relate to one another.
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BSCI 2400 - Foundations of Epidemiology
(3)
This course provides a foundation of topics in epidemiology through examining infectious disease, chronic disease, and general health. Students will learn from real world health problems and demonstrate how epidemiology is used to better understand, prevent, and treat these “health states” among populations.
Prerequisite: MATH 2070 .
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BSCI 2500 - Microbiology with Lab
(4)
This course is a survey of the microbial world; interactions between microbes and host, microbial diseases of humans; the environmental and economic impact of microorganisms. Provides students a background in basic and applied microbiology with emphasis on the role microorganisms play in human health and life. Lecture and Lab.
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BSCI 2650 - Pathophysiology
(3)
This course provides students with the basic understanding of pathophysiology as a change from normal physiological functioning of the various systems of the human body. This course will focus on illness, injury, and disease within a systems framework across the adult lifespan. Emphasis will be put on select illnesses most often encountered by nurses and other allied health professionals.
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Business Intelligence and Analytics |
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BIA 1800 - Data Analysis
(3)
This course is designed to introduce students to business analytics. Students will obtain an intermediate level of Excel proficiency and pass the Excel Certification exam, use descriptive statistics to better understand business problems, display and visualize descriptive statistics as a form of business communication, use proper visualization techniques in appropriate modern programs, and understand the basic formulation of solving a business question with data and identify appropriate communication techniques. Transfer students can waive BIA 1800 if they have taken a basic undergraduate course with a heavy emphasis in Excel or have evidence of passing the Excel Certification exam.
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BIA 2000 - Foundations of Business Intelligence
(3)
This course introduces students to the core concepts, processes, and tools of Business Intelligence. Lessons will introduce business process analysis (BPA) and cover the core business processes that business intelligence (BI) systems seek to address including finance and accounting, marketing, operations, and human resources. Further, this course explores the business use case of structure, unstructured and big data.
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BIA 2200 - Statistics and Predictive Analytics
(3)
This course is designed to introduce students to statistics and predictive analytics. Students will be able to identify business use cases for predictive analytics, apply and interpret Exploratory Data Analysis output; identify basics of inferential statistics for business problems, use regression as a predictive modeling tool, use other forecasting tools and models to solve business problems, extract data from external sources, apply time series methods and modern analytics programs such as R, and communicate results of data analysis. Transfer students can waive BIA 2200 if they have taken a basic UG course in applied statistics.
Prerequisite: BIA 1800 and sophomore standing.
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BIA 3000 - Data Visualization
(3)
This course is about the interactive exploration of data, and how it is achieved using data visualization software. Students will be able to present quantitative and qualitative data visually. Participants will learn to explore a range of different data types and structures from different online sources. They will learn about various interactive techniques for manipulating and examining the data and producing effective visualizations. Emphasis is also placed on identifying both effective and ineffective visualizations. Class will be conducted in Tableau.
Prerequisite: BIA 1800 and BIA 2000 .
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BIA 3100 - Computing Technologies for Business
(3)
This course is designed to ensure students understand the ecosystem of modern corporate technology to include use of server and cloud computing, understand the basics of a relational database system (RDMBS), run queries on a RDBMS with SQL, provide examples of proper social media platforms, further explore data visualization systems, be exposed to a functional programming language, and, synthesize tools and data analysis into an effective presentation. Transfer students can waive BIA 3100 if taken a basic UG course in computer science, IT, or MIS.
Prerequisite: BIA 1800 and BIA 2200 .
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BIA 3200 - Fundamentals of Data Mining
(3)
Students will be able to conduct and explain the basic concepts of data mining: supervised vs. unsupervised learning. Specifically, classification, k-means clustering and regression models will be emphasized. Students will learn the proper method and process of defining a data mining problem. Students will conduct analysis in terms of defining business programs and solving them with the appropriate methodology. Communication skills of models results to technical and non-technical audiences will be emphasized. Class will be conducted in R.
Prerequisite: BIA 1800 and CS 1000 and BIA 2000 , plus one course in Statistics.
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BIA 3201 - Prescriptive Analytics for Business Decision Making
(3)
This course utilizes a series of prescriptive and predictive analytical tools such as forecasting, advanced regression, statistical process control, linear programming, network models and data mining to examine real world business problems. Students will develop skills in defining a business problem, selecting the appropriate tool for solving the problem, and effectively communicating the results. Transfer students can waive BIA 3201 if they have taken a basic undergraduate course in operations research, supply chain, or advanced analytics beyond first level statistics.
Prerequisite: BIA 1800 and either BIA 2200 or BIA 3200 .
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BIA 3300 - Project Management
(3)
This course combines the essential elements of Project. Through class engagement and reflection, the student will acquire further understanding of the responsibilities of leadership and become better prepared to apply this knowledge to the project environment. Students will explore different project processes and understand the basic terminology of the project management field. Students will work through developing and monitoring project and project processes in class from project beginning, resource allocation, implementation and conclusion. Class will be conducted in Microsoft Project.
Prerequisite: BIA 1800 .
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BIA 3801 - Excel: Expert Certification
(3)
This course will be a continuation of Electronic Spreadsheet Using Excel (BIA 1800 ). Students will learn advanced techniques for data processing (formatting, locking, using templates, advanced copying, etc.) The course will focus on complex formulas and functions belonging to the date & time and text categories, as well as the logical, financial, and database functions. Students will learn how to filter lists on a sheet and create pivot tables. They will also practice advanced chart editing. The course will focus on how to work with the advanced Microsoft Excel functions for data manipulation and analysis. They will be familiarized with macro creation, with the SML format and its use in MS Excel, with protecting and managing permissions for accessing workbooks.
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BIA 3990 - Independent Research in Business Analytics
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Catholic Studies |
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CA 1500 - Introduction to Catholic Thought and Culture
(3)
An interdisciplinary course, administered by the Thomas More Center for the Study of Catholic Thought and Culture, that offers a synthetic overview of the nature, sources, and contributions of the Catholic tradition. Required for all Catholic Studies minors.
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CA 3000 - Catholic Social Teaching
(3)
This course reviews the body of doctrine and tradition of thought regarding economic and social issues developed by the Catholic Church over several centuries. The course will consider such CST principles as human dignity, justice, and the common good which are a constitutive part of the global church and evaluate how these principles are approached with sensitivity to the conditions and issues faced by the local church and diverse cultures. Special attention will be paid to the historical development and significant documents that have shaped Catholic social teaching.
(GPR)
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CA 3500 - The Jesuits
(1)
A one credit-hour course introducing the history, spirituality and practices of the Society of Jesus, focusing specifically on the order’s works in the United States.
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CA 3510 - The Jesuits in Spirituality and Theology
(1)
This course introduces the history, spirituality and practices of the Society of Jesus focusing specifically on the order’s works in spirituality and theology.
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CA 3520 - The Jesuits in the Arts
(1)
This course introduces the history, spirituality and practices of the Society of Jesus focusing specifically on the order’s works in the arts.
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CA 3600 - Catholic Culture in Film
(3)
This course introduces students to the process of exploring films that have shaped a modern Catholic imagination and general Catholic culture. Through the introduction to film theory and film criticism, students demonstrate an ability to critically analyze a film in its historical context and notice the artistic and cultural forces at play in cinematography. CA 3600 partially fulfills the culture requirement for the Catholic Studies minor.
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Communication Sciences and Disorders |
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CD 2501 - Culture and Diversity in CSD
(3)
This course will examine language learning and communication within the context of a variety of cultures. Topics will include basic concepts and foundational knowledge for interacting and working with individuals from culturally and linguistically diverse populations.
Prerequisite: CD 2525 .
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CD 2525 - Human Communication Disorders
(3)
This course will provide an overview of normal and disordered communication across the lifespan. Topics will include a basic introduction to speech-language pathology and audiology, anatomy and physiology of the speech and hearing mechanism, normal development of communication and swallowing, and characteristics of communication disorders in adults and children.
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CD 2605 - Language Development
(3)
This course will provide an overview of normal language development across phonologic, morphologic, syntactic, semantic, and pragmatic components. Current theories and contemporary issues regarding language development from birth to adolescence will be discussed.
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CD 3250 - Anatomy and Physiology of the Speech and Hearing Mechanisms
(3)
This course will provide an overview of the anatomical structures that support the communication and swallowing processes. The physiology and interconnections of the respiration, phonation, articulation, resonation, neurology, hearing, and mastication/deglutition systems will be examined.
Prerequisite: CD 2525 or department approval.
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CD 3260 - Transcription Phonetics
(3)
This course will provide an introduction to phonetic transcription using the International Phonetic Alphabet. Students will engage in transcription of normal and disordered speech including the use of broad and narrow diacritic symbols. Students will learn about transcription of Standard English, dialects, and speech of individuals who use English as a second language.
Prerequisite: CD 2525 or department approval.
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CD 3350 - Neural Bases of Communication
(3)
This course will examine the structural, functional, and organizational frameworks of the central and peripheral nervous systems as they relate to normal and disordered speech and language processing, swallowing and cognition.
Prerequisite: CD 3250 .
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CD 3650 - Introduction to Audiology
(3)
This course will provide an overview of the concepts and principles relevant to normal hearing processes. Topics will include the scientific bases of communication such as acoustics, gross anatomy, physiology; theories of hearing; principles of hearing measurement; and testing and screening, as well as the interpretation of results.
Prerequisite: CD 3250 .
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CD 4450 - Clinical Management: Pediatrics
(3)
This course will examine the etiologies, characteristics, assessment, and intervention principles for pediatric clients with speech, language, and/or swallowing disorders. Evidence-based practice across assessment and intervention strategies for this population will be emphasized.
Prerequisite: CD 2605 and CD 3260 .
Corequisite: CD 4550 , CD 4526 .
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CD 4526 - Clinical Observation
(1)
This course provides clinical observation experiences that complement the topics covered in CD 4450 and CD 4550 . Students will have the opportunity to observe individuals experiencing communication challenges in a variety of clinical settings and reflect on their observations.
Corequisite: CD 4450 and CD 4550 .
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CD 4550 - Clinical Management: Adults
(3)
This course will examine the etiologies, characteristics, assessment, and intervention principles for adult clients with known or suspected speech, language, and/or swallowing disorders. Evidence-based practice across assessment and intervention strategies for this population will be emphasized.
Prerequisite: CD 3350 .
Corequisite: CD 4450 and CD 4526 .
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CD 4559 - American Sign Language I
(CD 6559)
(3)
This course will provide an introduction to sign language including finger-spelling and basic vocabulary words. The development of American Sign Language (A.S.L.) and its application within the Deaf Community will also be explored. Students taking this class for graduate credit must complete an additional project on an accelerated level appropriate for such graduate credit.
Prerequisite: Sophomore standing.
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CD 4655 - Speech and Hearing Science
(3)
This course will provide an overview of physics and psychoacoustics of speech and hearing. Communication processes will be considered in relation to both speech production and speech signal perception and processing. Theory, measurement and instrumentation in studying normal aspects of speech production and perception will be included.
Prerequisite or Concurrent: CD 3250 .
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CD 4661 - American Sign Language II
(2)
This course will offer continued development in American Sign Language with emphasis on building vocabulary and developing conversational skills. Students taking this course for graduate credit must complete an additional project on an accelerated level appropriate for such graduate credit.
Prerequisite: CD 4559 .
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CD 4840 - Foundations of Aural Rehabilitation
CD 6840.
(3)
The effects of hearing impairment on speech, language, education, and occupation in children and adults will be studied. Prevention and intervention techniques are presented in this course. Students taking this course for graduate credit must complete an additional project on an accelerated level appropriate for such graduate credits.
Prerequisite: CD 3650 .
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CD 4960 - Seminar in CSD
(3)
This seminar course will focus on contemporary issues related to working with individuals with communication disorders and their families. Course activities will include service and community-based projects, experiences in research, and pre-professional activities.
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Chemistry |
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CH 1050 - Principles of General Chemistry
(3)
Fall semester
A one-semester course, primarily for nursing and allied health students. This course is also strongly recommended for students with deficiencies in their chemistry background who plan to pursue other programs in the sciences that require CH 2610 .
Corequisite: CH 1060 .
(SCI)
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CH 1060 - Principles of General Chemistry Laboratory
(1)
Basic laboratory techniques are used to investigate various theoretical principles. Laboratory two hours a week.
Lab fee.
Corequisite: CH 1050 .
(SCI)
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CH 1110 - Forensic Chemistry
(3)
This course is an introduction from a forensic perspective. Topics include the scientific method, evidence collection, atomic structure, chemical bonds, chemical reactions, properties of solutions, drugs chemistry, chemistry of heat and fire, chemistry of explosives, nuclear chemistry, chemistry of poisons. This course is intended for non-science majors who have never taken a chemistry course. Lecture three hours a week.
Corequisite: CH 1120 .
(SCI)
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CH 1120 - Forensic Chemistry Laboratory
(1)
A series of forensics-based laboratory experiments to accompany Forensic Chemistry lecture. Laboratory two hours a week.
Lab Fee.
Corequisite: CH 1110 .
(SCI)
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CH 2610 - General Chemistry I
(3)
The first semester of a yearlong course in inroductory chemistry. Topics include atomic and molecular structure; periodic properties of the elements; chemical bonding; properties of gases, liquids, and solids; stoichiometry; aqueous solution reactions. Lecture three hours a week.
Recommended: MT 1190 .
Corequisite: CH 2620 .
(SCI)
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CH 2620 - General Chemistry Laboratory I
(1)
The first semester of a yearlong laboratory course in introductory chemistry. Topics include gravimetric and volumetric analysis; introduction to spectrophotometric methods of analysis; molecular structure and bonding; chemical synthesis. Laboratory four hours a week.
Lab fee.
Corequisite: CH 2610 .
(SCI)
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CH 2630 - General Chemistry II
(3)
The second semester of a yearlong course in introductory chemistry. Topics include introduction to thermodynamics, chemical elquilibrium, kinetics, properties of solutions, acid-base properties and reactions, oxidation-reduction reactions, and electrochemistry. Lecture three hours a week. Prerequisites: CH 2610. Co-requisite: CH 2640.
Lab fee.
Prerequisite: CH 2610 .
Recommended: MT 1800 .
Corequisite: CH 2640.
(SCI or SCII)
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CH 2640 - General Chemistry Laboratory II
(1)
The second semester of a yearlong laboratory course in introductory chemistry. Topics include gravimetric and volumetric analysis; thermochemistry; equilibrium; kinetics; acid-base chemistry; electrochemistry. Laboratory four hours a week.
Lab fee.
Prerequisite: CH 2620 .
Corequisite: CH 2630 .
(SCI or SCII)
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CH 2650 - Honors General Chemistry
(4)
A one-semester accelerated course in introductory chemistry designed for students with a strong high school background in Chemistry. Topics from CH 2610 and CH 2630 will be covered at a deeper level. CH 2650 is equivalent to the two-semester sequence of CH 2610 and CH 2630. Lecture four hours a week.
Corequisite: CH 2660 .
(SCI or SCII)
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CH 2660 - Honors General Chemistry Laboratory
(1)
Laboratory exercises designed to emphasize the concepts and methods developed in CH 2650. Curriculum will involve experiments similar to those covered in CH 2620 and CH 2640. CH 2660 is equivalent to the two-semester sequence of CH 2620 and CH 2640. Laboratory four hours a week.
Lab fee.
Corequisite: CH 2650 .
(SCI or SCII)
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CH 2710 - Organic Chemistry I
(3)
An introduction to modern organic chemistry including molecular bonding and structures, functional groups, nomenclature, stereochemistry, reactions, mechanisms, and synthesis. Lecture three hours per week.
Prerequisite: CH 2630 or CH 2650 .
Corequisite: CH 2720 .
(SCII)
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CH 2720 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory I
(1)
Basic techniques and theory in various methods of separation and identification, including chromatography, spectroscopy, measurements of physical properties and interpretation of results. Simple organic preparations. Laboratory four hours a week.
Lab fee.
Prerequisite: CH 2640 or CH 2660 .
Corequisite: CH 2710 .
(SCII)
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CH 2730 - Organic Chemistry II
(3)
A continuation of Organic Chemistry I; modern organic chemistry including molecular bonding and structures, functional groups, nomenclature, stereochemistry, reactions, mechanisms, and synthesis. Lecture three hours a week.
Prerequisite: CH 2710 .
Corequisite: CH 2740 .
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CH 2740 - Organic Chemistry Laboratory II
(1)
More advanced synthetic reactions, including synthetic sequences. Qualitative chemical analysis and determination of physical properties. Laboratory four hours a week.
Lab fee.
Prerequisite: CH 2720 .
Corequisite: CH 2730 .
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CH 3310 - General Biochemistry I
(3)
An in-depth examination of the chemistry of living organisms, including biochemical structure-function relationships, enzyme catalysis, carbohydrate metabolism, and cellular regulation. Lecture three hours a week.
Prerequisite: CH 2710 .
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CH 3320 - Biochemistry Laboratory I
(1)
Biochemistry laboratory techniques focusing on enzyme purification and kinetics using ion exchange, polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis, protein quantification, and inhibitor analysis. Laboratory four hours a week.
Lab fee.
Prerequisite or Concurrent: CH 3310 .
Prerequisite: CH 3460 .
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CH 3330 - General Biochemistry II
(3)
Metabolism of lipids, amino acids, and nucleic acids with a focus on connections to central metabolic pathways. Regulation of metabolic pathways via signal transduction followed by an in depth discussion of gene expression focusing on nucleic acids, protein synthesis and regulation. Primary literature discussions are used to expand upon textbook topics. Lecture three hours a week.
Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in CH 3310 .
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CH 3450 - Analytical Chemistry
(3)
A course in the theory of quantitative analytical chemistry. Gravimetric, volumetric, and simple instrumental methods of analysis are considered. Lecture three hours a week.
Prerequisite: CH 2630 or CH 2650 .
Corequisite: CH 3460 .
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CH 3460 - Analytical Chemistry Laboratory
(1)
A laboratory course in the practice of quantitative analytical chemistry. Gravimetric, volumetric, and simple instrumental methods of analysis are considered. Laboratory four hours a week.
Lab fee.
Prerequisite: CH 2640 or CH 2660 .
Corequisite: CH 3450 .
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CH 3510 - Physical Chemistry I: Thermodynamics and Kinetics
(PH 3510 ).
(4)
Fall Semester.
Basic principles of physical chemistry with emphasis on thermodynamics, equilibrium, and kinetics. Lecture/laboratory combined four hours a week.
Prerequisite: CH 2630 or CH 2650 , and PH 2750 or PH 2940 , and MT 1810 or instructor approval.
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CH 3530 - Physical Chemistry II: Quantum Mechanics and Spectroscopy
(PH 3530 ).
(4)
Spring Semester
Basic principles of physical chemistry with emphasis on quantum mechanics, molecular structure, and spectroscopy. Lecture/laboratory four hours a week.
Prerequisite: CH 3510 /(PH 3510 ), and PH 2750 or PH 2940 , and MT 1810 or instructor approval.
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CH 3650 - Nuclear Chemistry
(2-3)
Introduction to theoretical concepts of nuclear chemistry and its most significant applications. Topics include fundamentals of the nuclear atom, radioactive decay, absorption of nuclear radiation and characteristics of radiation detectors. Lecture two or three hours a week.
Prerequisite: CH 2630 .
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CH 3970 - Chemistry Work Experience, Introductory
(2)
Off-campus experience in industrial chemistry requiring minimal technical proficiency. The student works full-time for a summer or semester under the supervision of selected senior personnel. These credits are electives and are not credited toward requirements for the chemistry major.
Prerequisite: Departmental approval.
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CH 3990 - Research Projects, Introductory
(1-3)
The student plans and attempts a series of original laboratory investigations of a scientifically significant problem planned in weekly consultation with the supervising faculty member, conducts the necessary literature searches, maintains a professional-style laboratory notebook, makes at least one oral presentation of results, and prepares a research report according to the guidelines of the American Chemical Society.
Lab fee.
Prerequisite: Instructor approval.
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CH 4200 - Materials Science
PH 4200 .
(4)
After covering the fundamentals of structure, bonding, and mechanical and thermal behavior of materials, the course will focus on their real-world applications. Topics may include alloys, ceramics, polymers, composites, biomaterials, electronic, magnetic, and optical materials. Lecture four hours a week.
Prerequisite: PH 2940 and CH 2630 .
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CH 4430 - Applied Instrumental Methods of Analysis I
(3)
Fall semester.
The major types of electroanalytical methods and chromatography are emphasized. Lecture two hours per week;laboratory three hours per week.
Lab fee.
Prerequisite: CH 2730 and a grade of C or better in CH 3450 and CH 3460 .
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CH 4450 - Applied Instrumental Methods of Analysis II
(3)
Spring semester of odd-numbered calendar years.
The principles and methods of spectrophotometry are emphasized. Lecture two hours per week. Laboratory three hours per week.
Lab fee.
Prerequisite: CH 2730 and a grade of C or better in CH 3450 and CH 3460 .
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CH 4650 - Inorganic Chemistry
(3)
Spring semester of odd-numbered calendar years.
A one-semester advanced course in theoretical and descriptive inorganic chemistry. Lecture three hours a week.
Prerequisite: CH 2630 or CH 2650 and PH 2940 and MT 1810 .
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CH 4810 - Advanced Organic Chemistry
(1-3)
Specialized readings and lectures in organic chemistry. Lectures arranged.
Prerequisite: CH 2730 /CH 2740 , junior standing and department approval.
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CH 4820 - Advanced Physical Chemistry
(1-3)
Specialized reading and lectures in physical chemistry. Lectures arranged.
Prerequisite: CH 3530 , junior standing and department approval.
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CH 4830 - Advanced Analytical Chemistry
(1-3)
Specialized readings and lectures in analytical chemistry. Lectures arranged.
Prerequisite: CH 3450 , junior standing and department approval.
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CH 4840 - Advanced Biochemistry
(1-3)
Introduction to the techniques utilized in recombinant DNA biotechnology including DNA sequencing, PCR, electrophoresis, restriction enzymes, southern blotting, transformation and cloning. The application of these methods to medicine, industry, and forensics is studied. Lecture one hour per week. Lab four hours per week.
Lab fee.
Prerequisite or Concurrent: CH 3330 , or instructor approval.
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CH 4960 - Chemical Literature and Seminar
(1)
An introduction to the use of the technical library, typical literature searches and seminar presentations. Open to all students and faculty members.
Prerequisite: Departmental approval.
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CH 4970 - Chemistry Work Experience, Advanced
(2)
Off-campus experience in industrial chemistry requiring high technical proficiency. The student works full-time for a summer or semester under the supervision of selected senior personnel. These credits are electives and are not credited toward requirements for the chemistry major.
Prerequisite: Departmental approval.
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CH 4990 - Research Projects, Advanced
(1-3)
The student plans and attempts a series of original laboratory investigations of a scientifically significant problem planned in weekly consultation with the supervising faculty member, conducts the necessary literature searches, maintains a professional-style laboratory notebook, makes at least one oral presentation of results, and prepares a research report according to the guidelines of the American Chemical Society.
Lab fee.
Prerequisite: Instructor approval.
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CHEM 1050 - Principles of Chemistry with Lab
(4)
This course provides a basic understanding of the key chemistry principles needed for students in the health professions. Topics covered will include topics measurement in chemistry, the theory of atomic structure, chemical periodicity, types of chemical reactions in aqueous solution, chemical bonding, acids and bases, chemical equilibria, and nuclear chemistry.
Prerequisite: MATH 1650 .
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CHEM 2020 - Nutrition for Health Professionals
(3)
This course focuses on the application and discussion of fundamental nutrition components that are essential to health. Specific attention will be placed on nutrients and their functions, recommended nutrient intakes, evaluation of dietary adequacy, food sources, and the relationship of nutrition to optimum health, disease prevention, and specific medical conditions.
Prerequisite: BSCI 1200 or BSCI 2250 with a grade of C or above.
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Computer Science |
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CS 1000 - Programming for Analytics
(3)
Introduction to the fundamental ideas and techniques of computer programming. Introduction to topics such as variables, sequence, selection, repetition, and objects will be covered. Students will spend a significant amount of time out of class writing and debugging code in a programming language.
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CS 3000 - Data Structures
(3)
Study of the design of computational systems and solutions for problem solving. Topics include common data structures such as stacks, queus, linked lists and trees; complexity analysis; abstract data types; and structures and their implementation. Intermediate programming topics such as recursion, analysis of algorithms, and searching and debugging techniques will be explored.
Prerequisite: CS 1000 .
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CS 3100 - Database Programming and Design
(3)
Fundamental concepts of relational database systems with an emphasis on Structured Query Language (SQL). Topics include the relational model, entity-relationship design, normalization, and data manipulation. Programming tasks include: SQL terminoloty and syntax, table and record creation, simple to complex queries, inner and outer joins, procedures, functions and stored triggers.
Prerequisite: CS 1000 .
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CJ 1000 - Introduction to Criminal Justice
(3)
This is an introductory survey course providing an overview of the contemporary criminal justice system. The various fields of study, including corrections, crime, law, procedures, and law enforcement are introduced in this course.
(SRI)
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CJ 2000 - Criminology
(3)
Criminology is the scientific study of the nature, extent, causes, and control of criminal behavior. Criminological research areas include the incidence and forms of crime as well as its causes and consequences. Criminology is an interdisciplinary field in the behavioral sciences, drawing especially on the research of sociology, psychology and law. Criminological Theory is introduced to explore the nature and causes of crime, typologies, offenders and victims.
(SRI)
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CJ 2100 - Juvenile Delinquency and Justice
(3)
This course provides an analysis of the legal system’s specific procedures for dealing with juvenile offenders. Theories on the causes of youth crime are a particularly important subfield within criminology. Specific attention is given to issues of diversity to both the understanding that crime is committed disproportionately by those aged between fifteen and twenty-five, and how the justice system addresses this reality.
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CJ 2500 - The Courts and Criminal Procedure
(3)
The structure and basic concepts of the court system are examined as well as procedural requirements for judicial processing of criminal offenders. Concepts presented include standards of proof, due process, evidence sufficiency, the appeals process and other constitutional safeguards.
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CJ 3000 - Law Enforcement and Policing
(3)
The history, theory, subculture, and practice of law enforcement agencies and organizations are reviewed in this course. Law enforcement constitutes one aspect of policing activity. Policing covers an array of activities in different situations, including the preservation of order.
Prerequisite: CJ 1000 and CJ 2000 .
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CJ 3010 - Counterterrorism
(3)
This course examines the definitions, sources, patterns, and ideologies of modern terrorism. It analyzes the objectives of various terrorist organizations as well as their operations, including strategies, tactics, weaponry, financing and state sponsorship. The course concludes by assessing the various counterterrorist measures, with special emphasis on U.S. counterterrorism policy.
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CJ 3100 - Corrections
(3)
The history, theory, practice and legal environment of corrections is the focus of this course. Topics covered include the development of correctional philosophy, incarceration and prison systems, community-based corrections, treatment of offenders, and alternative approaches.
Prerequisite: CJ 1000 and CJ 2000 .
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CJ 3200 - Gangs in Society
(SO 3200 )
(3)
Emphasized is a sociological review of gangs in American society and internationally, in particular youth street gangs. The following areas are studied in the course as they relate directly to youth street gangs: their nature and extent; violence and drugs; race and ethnicity; gender; gangs in western history; gangs around the world; theories of gangs and crime; strategies used in responding to gangs; and, the future of youth street gangs. Although the focus of the course is on youth-related gangs, the fact that many gangs today include members across the age spectrum necessitate an examination of gangs as multi-generational in nature. Other types of gangs such as outlaw motorcycle gangs may also be covered in the course.
Prerequisite: SO 1000 or PY 1000 or CJ 1000 or CJ 2000 or CJ 2100 .
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CJ 3300 - Fundamentals of Crime Scene Investigation
(3)
This course will introduce the student to the fundamental skills, procedures, and rationales of processing crime scenes and preparing the evidence for court presentation. Various concepts will be presented in accordance with current trends and practices in crime scene investigation. Chain of custody and ethical issues in crime scene investigation will also be presented. Simple hands-on exercises will be included that complement text and lecture.
Prerequisite: CJ 1000 , CJ 2000 , BL 1350 , or CH 1110 .
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CJ 3310 - Principles of Forensics I
(3)
This course will primarily focus on Death Investigation as the primary means of determining cause, manner and details of the death. The course is designed to expose the student to the concepts and practices that will allow the student to develop insight into the processes that make Death Investigation a valuable component of crime scene investigation specifically, and the criminal justice system in general. Principles related to bloodstain evidence will also be presented.
Prerequisite: CJ 1000 .
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CJ 3320 - Principles of Forensics II
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Common crime scene investigation techniques will be explored, including fingerprint evidence, crime scene documentation (photography, diagraming, notes reports, etc.), and tool marks. Specific techniques presented may vary depending on current practices in the discipline.
Prerequisite: CJ 1000 .
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CJ 3500 - Criminal Law
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Substantive criminal law is emphasized including general principles of criminal responsibility, elements of the major crimes, the law of parties, inchoate crimes, and conditions or circumstances which may excuse criminal responsibility or mitigate punishment.
Prerequisite: CJ 1000 , or PA 2000 , or HS 1100 , or PS 1000 , or PS 1100 .
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CJ 3600-3699 - Special Topics in Criminal Justice
(3)
This occasional course offering will focus on contemporary topics in criminal justice or delve into specific fields of the discipline. Topics could include forensics, criminal justice and the media, cross-cultural criminal law and procedures, criminal investigations, and social deviance.
Prerequisite: CJ 1000 and CJ 2000 .
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CJ 3601 - Sex Crimes: Theory, Practice and Policy
(3)
The course provides an in-depth and critical examination of sexual offending. Emphasis will be given to theoretical explanations of sexual offending, treatment strategies, and policies directed towards sex offenders. Societal attitudes, beliefs and reactions regarding these offenders will be analyzed as well as the impact societal attitudes have had on policies regarding these offenders.
Prerequisite: CJ 1000 and CJ 2000 .
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CJ 3700 - Research Methods in Criminal Justice
(3)
The fundamentals of empirical research design are explored through common social science research methods. The student is introduced to both quantitative and qualitative methods as well as a variety of research designs, such as experimental, quasi-experimental, survey, evaluation designs and other emerging research techniques. Through the development of an appropriate research proposal, the student will design a research project to address a research question of interest.
Prerequisite: CJ 1000 , CJ 2000 and BSS 2100 .
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CJ 4510 - Psychopathy
(PY 4510 )
(3)
This course explores the scientific literature on psychopathy and its applications in clinical and criminal justice settings. Emphasis is placed on a critical examination of the evolving conceptualization of psychopathy; the measurement of psychopathy; the interaction of biological, psychological, and environmental factors in the development and expression of psychopathy; treatment of psychopathy, and implications of research on psychopathy for criminal justice policy and practice. Students will synthesize, evaluate, and apply research on psychopathy in discussions and written assignments. CJ 4510 is a writing-intensive course designed for advanced students.
Prerequisite: PY 2550 or CJ 2000 .
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CJ 4940 - Criminal Justice Capstone
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As the culminating educational experience for Criminal Justice majors, this class meets weekly. An end of semester capstone project is submitted and presented. This course is reserved for Criminal Justice majors at the senior level.
Prerequisite: CJ 1000 , CJ 2000 , CJ 3700 and senior status in the major.
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CJ 4941 - Innocence Project
(3)
The intent of the course is to provide an opportunity for students to apply Criminal Justice principles learned in class to an actual case review. Participants will be required to review, analyze and digest an actual criminal case for issues of innocence, including police reports, witness statements, forensic evidence, trial transcripts and appellate pleadings. A final paper will be prepared and presented to the Midwest Innocence Project by the participants, identifying areas which require additional legal and investigative review. Participation in the class requires prior approval by the instructor.
Prerequisite: Instructor approval.
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CJ 4969 - Introduction to Criminal Justice Internship
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This course will prepare the Criminal Justice major for the CJ 4970 Internship required of all Criminal Justice majors. Students will identify and contact potential internship opportunities related to the interests of the student. Students will also be instructed on preparing a resume, professionalism, and interview procedures and etiquette.
Prerequisite: CJ 1000 and CJ 2000 .
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CJ 4970 - Criminal Justice Internship
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This course combines an internship placement experience with a weekly class meeting in which students apply content and skills from the criminal justice curriculum to their internship experience. This course is reserved for Criminal Justice majors at the senior level.
Prerequisite: CJ 1000 , CJ 2000 , CJ 3700 , CJ 4969 and senior status in the major.
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COMM 1100 - Oral and Interpersonal Communication in Health
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The ability to communicate effectively in a one-on-one setting and in a larger group is a critical skill that all health professionals must have. Scenarios in which such communication skills are needed include conversations with patients, discussions of cases with colleagues, teaching within the context of morning rounds or patient care, and interdisciplinary care.
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CT 1120 - Career Planning
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Students learn a career/life planning process geared toward determining education and career goals. Class work includes assessment of interests, abilities and values, research of literature, investigation of major fields of study and on-site information gathering in work environments. Identification and exploration of options are followed by evaluation, decision making and goal setting.
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CT 2000 - Fundamentals of Communication
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An introduction to effective communication with emphasis on presentational speaking, critical listening, intrapersonal, interpersonal communication and small group communication. Focus on theory and practice of human communication through individual and group experiences.
(OCP)
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