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CSC 3321 - Operating Systems Credits: 3 hrs.
This course is a study of the operating system. Topics include concepts of system structure, memory management, process management, and recovery procedures. Prerequisite(s): CSC 2320.
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CSC 3322 - Computer Architecture Credits: 3 hrs.
This course focuses on design alternative in computer architecture. It covers instruction set architectures, memory subsystem organization, interfacing concepts, and interprocessor communication. Architectures to be studied will include data flow machines, vector and array processors, and pipeline architectures. Concepts related to parallel and distribution algorithms will also be studied. Prerequisite(s): CSC 3321.
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CSC 3325 - Introduction to Information Security Credits: 3 hrs.
This course provides an essential introduction to the basics of information and computer security. Topics include information security goals and principles, access control, malicious software, basic applied cryptography, basic network security, and privacy issues in computing systems. Prerequisite(s): CSC 2310.
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CSC 3331 - Analysis of Algorithms Credits: 3 hrs.
This course covers the analysis and design of various algorithms using divide-and-conquer, greedy, backtracking, branch-and-bound, NP-hard, and NP- complete methods. Prerequisite(s): CSC 2331.
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CSC 3332 - Fundamentals of Internet Systems Credits: 3 hrs.
This course addresses the structure and functionality of the Internet and software that exploits it. Topics include mark up languages, Web tools, static dynamic and active Web pages, multimedia in Web applications, communication protocols, client-server computing, scripting, group communication support, e-commerce, and security. Topics also include systems for organizing and coordinating work at different sites that exploit the Internet, and architectures to exploit the distributed computational power offered by the Internet. Prerequisite(s): CSC 2184.
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CSC 3340 - Introduction to Numerical Analysis Credits: 3 hrs.
This course covers theory and application of algorithms for numerical computation, approximation, interpolation, numerical differentiation and integration, solution of linear, and ordinary differential equations. Prerequisite(s): CSC 1311 and MAT 2316. Cross-listed as MAT 3340.
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CSC 3341 - Algebraic Structures Credits: 3 hrs.
This course covers the basic algebraic properties of groups, rings, and fields. Prerequisite(s): MAT 2316 and 2337. Cross-listed as MAT 3341.
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CSC 3342 - Computer Graphics Credits: 3 hrs.
This course is a study of principles and techniques of interactive computer graphics, display processors and devices, graphics programming languages, and algorithms for managing graphics data. Prerequisite(s): CSC 2331 and MAT 2317, or permission of instructor.
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CSC 3351 - Data Communications Credits: 3 hrs.
This course is an introduction to data communications. Topics include asynchronous and synchronous communication models, telephone switching systems, error detection, protocols, packet switching, information transmission systems, modulation systems, and computer network technology. Prerequisite(s): CSC 2320.
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CSC 3355 - Principles of Database Management Credits: 3 hrs.
This course covers concepts of logical and physical data structures, data security, and accuracy. It includes an overview of basic approaches to database organization and implementation and hands-on interaction with at least one hierarchical, network, or relational model database. Prerequisite(s): CSC 2320.
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CSC 3380 - Introduction to Robotics Credits: 3 hrs.
This course is an introduction to fundamental topics in autonomous robot control. It offers a hands-on introduction to robotics. . The course will present the basic concepts in robotics, such as sensors, actuators, and will describe the most important approaches to robot control. Students will have the opportunity to apply the concepts covered during the lectures in the laboratory sessions, by developing controllers and programs for various robotic tasks. The class will have a lecture and a laboratory component. Prerequisite(s): CSC 2310.
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CSC 3385 - Game Development Credits: 3 hrs.
The goal of this course is to introduce students with the basic elements of game development and game design. This course will emphasize 2D game development. Programming assignments are an integral part of the course. Students will work in groups for the final project to design, develop, test and deliver 2D games. Topics include (but not limited to) video game history, game structure, Artificial Intelligence, Collision Detection techniques, user input and sound effects. Prerequisite(s): CSC 2310
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CSC 3391 - Computer Science Co-Op Credits: 3 hrs.
This course is designed for students for whom a half-time work experience is more appropriate. In such cases, students will usually be enrolled in courses other than Cooperative Education at the university part-time while involved in a work/learning experience for 20 hours per week. Procedures for approvals of placement and credits toward graduation are the same as for 3691 and 4691. Prerequisite(s): Approval of the department chair.
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CSC 3691 - Computer Science Co-Op Credits: 6 hrs.
Offers students an opportunity to prepare for their chosen careers by combining academic theory and actual work experience. The work experience is to be full-time paid work for approximately 15 weeks. The Cooperative Education staff, the employer, the student and the student’s major department must agree on the employment terms and the learning experience to be gained. The academic grade (A, B, C, D, F) is the responsibility of the student’s major department, with due consideration given to the employer’s evaluation of the student. The student may enroll in this course in two non- consecutive semesters for a total of 12 credit hours. Six hours can count toward the student’s computer science requirements. Prerequisite(s): Approval of the student’s major department and the staff of Cooperative Education.
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CSC 4001 - Special Topics In Computer Science Credits: 1-3 hrs.
This course is a study of specific new areas emerging in computer science. May be repeated for up to 6 semester hours. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the major and permission of the instructor and department chair.
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CSC 4322 - Parallel Computing Credits: 3 hrs.
This specific course is an introduction to the practical and theoretical foundations of parallel processing. Topics include data and control parallelism, the PRAM of parallel computation, parallel processor organizations, parallel programming languages and paradigms, scheduling, and a variety of parallel algorithms. Laboratory projects include design and implementation of parallel algorithms on a network or a parallel simulator. Prerequisite(s): CSC 3321
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CSC 4330 - Introduction to Cryptography Credits: 3 hrs.
This course provides a thorough background in cryptography. It will cover the history of cryptography, the mathematics which underlies major cryptographic schemes, basic cryptographic primitives, advanced cryptographic primitives and applied cryptography. Prerequisite(s): MAT 2337 or Permission of the Department Chairperson.
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CSC 4340 - Organization of Programming Languages Credits: 3 hrs.
This course covers theoretical and practical study of the definition, application and implementation of programming languages. It includes linguistic concepts of syntax and semantics, translation of high-level languages into executable form. Data structuring, sequencing constructs, and modularization features of representative languages. Prerequisite(s): CSC 2331.
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CSC 4350 - Software Engineering Credits: 3 hrs.
This course features state-of-the-art techniques for software design, team management, and product development. Students will gain experience in actual software development, including requirements, specifications, coding, debugging, testing, and installation of a major software project. This is a project course. Prerequisite(s): CSC 3321.
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CSC 4355 - Database Management Design and Development Credits: 3 hrs.
This course covers advanced topics of database management system design. Students will gain practical experience in planning, evaluating, and using database management system technology. Prerequisite(s): CSC 3355.
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CSC 4356 - Web Programming Credits: 3 hrs.
This course provides an introduction to web programming using XML, Java Server Pages, Java Script and the family of technologies that evolve around web programming. The course balances conceptual topics with practical skills for designing and implementing conceptual models as XML schemas. Prerequisite(s): CSC 3332.
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CSC 4360 - Hardware and Media Security Credits: 3 hrs.
This course provides a survey of security topics related to hardware security and digital media security. It covers aspects of how computer hardware is designed or modified to prevent hacking, both for desktop computers and also for digital video and video gaming systems. It also covers security and privacy issues in low-power computer settings such as smart cards and RFID. Prerequisite(s): CSC 3325 and MAT 2337.
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CSC 4370 - Web-based Database Credits: 3 hrs.
This course focuses on the fundamental concepts and technologies involved in the development of database driven web applications. Topics include integrating databases into the Web environment, internet applications with database interactions, transaction management, web database security, semi structured data management and XML. Prerequisite(s): 3355.
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CSC 4383 - Introduction to Computational Modeling Credits: 3 hrs.
This course provides an introduction to several modeling tools (with an emphasis on designing computational models using commercial and grant sponsored modeling software and courseware) to investigate authentic scientific problems. This course includes an introduction to computational science, computational solutions to problems such as population dynamics, environmental relationships, and modeling of other scientific phenomena. Prerequisite(s): CSC 1311, Junior level in the students major, or permission of the department chair.
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CSC 4384 - Advanced Computer Graphics Credits: 3 hrs.
This course covers advanced topics in computer graphics with a focus on three-dimensional (3D) graphics modeling techniques. Topics include: viewing, illumination, shading, basic rendering, geometric modeling, curves and surfaces, animations, advanced rendering and applications. Program projects, written and oral reports are required. Prerequisite(s): CSC 3342 and MAT 2316.
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CSC 4385 - System Simulation and Modeling Credits: 3 hrs.
This course covers model construction and simulation applied to problems taken from such diverse fields as economics, social science, communication networks, and computer systems. It includes programming in simulation languages such as SIMSCRIPT, SIMULA or GPSS. Prerequisite(s): CSC 3321 and MAT 3310.
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CSC 4386 - Automata, Formal Languages, and Computability Credits: 3 hrs.
This course provides an introduction to computer science theory and the mathematical foundations of digital computers. Its topics include the family of computing machines (finite-state, push-down, and Turing), the Chomsky hierarchy of languages, decidability, unsolvable problems, and applications of automata to areas of syntactic analysis, modeling, and artificial intelligence. Prerequisite(s): CSC 3331 and MAT 2337, or consent of instructor. Cross-listed as MAT 4386.
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CSC 4387 - Seminar in Computer Science Credits: 3 hrs.
This course offers students an opportunity to pursue the investigation of current research areas and career options in computer science. Written and oral presentations are required. Prerequisite(s): Senior standing, CSC 3321, and MAT 3310.
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CSC 4388 - Systems Design and Development Credits: 3 hrs.
This capstone course provides depth in the application and integration of core computer science concepts. Emphasis is placed on integration of design and development techniques with concepts of operating systems, data structures, file processing, computer architecture, and software engineering. Business and scientific systems are developed. Written and oral presentations are required. Prerequisite(s): CSC 3321, and senior standing.
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CSC 4389 - Computer Communication Networks Credits: 3 hrs.
This course covers advanced concepts of computer communication networks, including packet switching, local area networks, wide area networks, network protocols, and architectures. Students will engage in projects that may include communication architecture implementation, networking technology assessment, network performance evaluation, and network administration. Prerequisite(s): CSC 3351.
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CSC 4390 - Directed Study Credits: 1-3 hrs.
This advanced course requires an independent project approved by the instructor. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the major, consent of the instructor and Department Chairperson.
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CSC 4395 - Artificial Intelligence Credits: 3 hrs.
This course covers definition of heuristic versus algorithmic methods, rationale of the heuristic approach, description of cognitive processes, objectives of work in artificial intelligence, simulation of cognitive behavior, and heuristic programming techniques. It also includes a survey of examples from representative application areas including expert systems, the mind-brain problem, and the nature of intelligence. Individual projects to illustrate basic concepts are required. Prerequisite(s): CSC 2331 and MAT 2337.
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CSC 4691 - Computer Science CO-OP Credits: 6 hrs
(See the course description for the Cooperative Education course number 3691.)
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CSC 3391 - Cooperative Education Field Experience: Parallel Plan Credits: 3 hrs
Designed for students for whom a half-time work experience is more appropriate. In such cases, students will usually be enrolled in courses other than Cooperative Education at the university part-time while involved in a work/learning experience for 20 hours per week. Procedures for approvals of placement and credits toward graduation are the same as for 3691.
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CSC 3691 - Cooperative Education Field Experience: Alternating Plan Credits: 6 hrs
Offers students an opportunity to prepare for their chosen careers by combining academic theory and actual work experience. The work experience is to be full-time paid work for approximately 15 weeks. The Cooperative Education staff, the employer, the student and the student’s major department must agree on the employment terms and the learning experience to be gained. The academic grade (either Pass-Fail, or A, B, C, D, F) is the responsibility of the student’s major department, with due consideration given to the employer’s evaluation of the student. The student may enroll in this course in two non-consecutive semesters for a total of 12 credit hours. These hours or any part thereof can count toward the student’s degree, or may be additive, at the discretion of the student’s major department. Prerequisite(s): Approval of the student’s major department and the staff of Cooperative Education.
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CSC 4391 - Cooperative Education Field Experience: Parallel Plan Credits: 3 hrs
Designed for students for whom a half-time work experience is more appropriate. In such cases, students will usually be enrolled in courses other than Cooperative Education at the university part-time while involved in a work/learning experience for 20 hours per week. Procedures for approvals of placement and credits toward graduation are the same as for 3691.
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CSC 4392 - Cooperative Education Field Experience: Parallel Plan Credits: 3 hrs
Designed for students for whom a half-time work experience is more appropriate. In such cases, students will usually be enrolled in courses other than Cooperative Education at the university part-time while involved in a work/learning experience for 20 hours per week. Procedures for approvals of placement and credits toward graduation are the same as for 3691.
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CSC 4691 - Cooperative Education Field Experience: Alternating Plan Credits: 6 hrs
Offers students an opportunity to prepare for their chosen careers by combining academic theory and actual work experience. The work experience is to be full-time paid work for approximately 15 weeks. The Cooperative Education staff, the employer, the student and the student’s major department must agree on the employment terms and the learning experience to be gained. The academic grade (either Pass-Fail, or A, B, C, D, F) is the responsibility of the student’s major department, with due consideration given to the employer’s evaluation of the student. The student may enroll in this course in two non-consecutive semesters for a total of 12 credit hours. These hours or any part thereof can count toward the student’s degree, or may be additive, at the discretion of the student’s major department. Prerequisite(s): Approval of the student’s major department and the staff of Cooperative Education.
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MIS 4392 - Cooperative Education Field Experience: Parallel Plan Credits: 3 hrs
Designed for students for whom a half-time work experience is more appropriate. In such cases, students will usually be enrolled in courses other than Cooperative Education at the university part-time while involved in a work/learning experience for 20 hours per week. Procedures for approvals of placement and credits toward graduation are the same as for 3691.
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MIS 4691 - Cooperative Education Field Experience: Alternating Plan Credits: 6 hrs
Offers students an opportunity to prepare for their chosen careers by combining academic theory and actual work experience. The work experience is to be full-time paid work for approximately 15 weeks. The Cooperative Education staff, the employer, the student and the student’s major department must agree on the employment terms and the learning experience to be gained. The academic grade (either Pass-Fail, or A, B, C, D, F) is the responsibility of the student’s major department, with due consideration given to the employer’s evaluation of the student. The student may enroll in this course in two non-consecutive semesters for a total of 12 credit hours. These hours or any part thereof can count toward the student’s degree, or may be additive, at the discretion of the student’s major department. Prerequisite(s): Approval of the student’s major department and the staff of Cooperative Education.
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DRA 2121 - Drama Guild Credits: 1 hr.
This course provides the opportunity for students to study drama and participate in a variety of theatrical performances. It may be repeated for credit up to a total of eight semester hours. Open to all students. Prerequisite(s): No prerequisite.
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DRA 2306 - Introduction to Dramatic Arts Credits: 3 hrs.
This survey course covers various periods of theater history, styles of drama, and selected plays. The course serves as an introduction to drama. Open to all students. Open to all students.
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DRA 2313 - Acting Credits: 3 hrs
This course presents elementary principles of character creation. Practical work is provided in building various roles. Students will perform a variety of roles and classroom exercises. Prerequisite(s): DRA 2306.
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DRA 3316 - Play Directing Credits: 3 hrs.
Through theory and practical applications, the elements of play directing are used to interpreting various aspects of drama. Open to students who have had SPH 2341 or those taking DRA 2306.
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DRA 3321 - Play Production Credits: 3 hrs.
This course provides a study of the elements of production with special emphasis on “Little Theatre” methods. Students make use of watercolors and paper in designing theater needs. The course is open to students taking art courses, future teachers, and students who are taking Introduction to Dramatic Arts or those who have had SPH 2341. Special permission may be granted to advanced students.
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DRA 3326 - Playwriting Credits: 3 hrs.
This course is designed to assist writers in learning the techniques of playwriting through reading and critical discussion, as well as writing plays. Emphasis will be placed on one-act plays. Prerequisite(s): an oral communication course
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DRA 3341 - Studies in Drama Credits: 3 hrs
This course is a critical study of selected dramatic literature. The content and emphasis may vary at each offering. Prerequisite(s): an oral communication course
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DRA 4331 - Modern Drama Credits: 3 hrs
This course includes reading and analysis of the principal types of drama from Ibsen to the present. Emphasis will be placed on black playwrights of the modern and contemporary periods. Prerequisite(s): an oral communication course.
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ECO 2311 - Principles of Microeconomics Credits: 3 hrs
In this course, a presentation is made of the fundamental principles and problems of economics, with emphasis on consumer demand, production costs and price determination within various market structures. General Education Course that Satisfies SLO: Critical Thinking; AK: Soc/ Beh Science; CT: Civic Knowledge. Prerequisite(s): None
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ECO 2312 - Principles of Macroeconomics Credits: 3 hrs
In this course, a presentation is made of the fundamental principles and problems of economics, with emphasis on income distribution, money and banking, economic growth and stabilization, current domestic and international economic problems and world economics. General Education Course that Satisfies SLO: Critical Thinking; AK: Soc/ Beh Science; CT: Civic Knowledge. Prerequisite(s): None
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ECO 3310 - Managerial Economics Credits: 3 hrs
This course focuses on the application of theory and quantitative methods to analysis of managerial decision making in national and international settings, with emphasis on pricing, production, profits, resource allocation and strategic decision making of firms. Prerequisite(s): ECO 2311
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ECO 3311 - Topics in Economics Credits: 3 hrs
This course is intended as an applied field topic after students have completed both Principles of Microeconomics (ECO 2311) and Principles of Macroeconomics (ECO 2312). This course will provide students with an understanding of health care economics, including allocation of health care resources, economics of information, price and price controls, the market for health insurance, and the behavior of consumers, hospitals, and physicians. Students will use economic tools to analyze various government policies aimed at enhancing access, improving quality, and controlling costs. Prerequisite(s): ECO 2311 and ECO 2312
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ECO 3311 - Topics in Economics Credits: 3
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ECO 3312 - Health Economics Credits: 3 hrs
In this course, a presentation is made of the fundamental principles and problems of economics, with emphasis on income distribution, money and banking, economic growth and stabilization, current domestic and international economic problems and world economics General Education Course that Satisfies SLO: Critical Thinking; AK: Soc/ Beh Science; CT: Globalization. Prerequisite(s): ECO 2310 or ECO 2311
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ECO 3313 - Intermediate Microeconomic Theory Credits: 3 hrs
This course offers an analysis of the determination of prices and of market behavior including demand, cost of production, and pricing within various market structures, with emphasis on analytical tools. Prerequisite(s): ECO 2311.
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ECO 3314 - Intermediate Macroeconomic Theory Credits: 3 hrs
This course offers a study of modern theories of the determination of the level, employment, and prices, with particular reference to the role of fiscal and monetary policies in maintaining full employment without inflation. Prerequisite(s): ECO 2312.
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ECO 3316 - Applied Econometrics and Forecasting Credits: 3 hrs
This course introduces econometrics and business forecasting to undergraduate students using an intuitive approach that emphasizes economic modeling. The primary objective of the course is to show students how econometrics and forecasting are distinguished by the unification of theory with facts by creating testable hypotheses, estimating economic relationships, and forecasting the behavior of economic variables and agents. Prerequisite(s): QBA 2325 or MAT 2326
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ECO 3317 - Health Care Economics Credits: 3 hrs
This course is designed to review the health care industry, giving attention to the supply and demand for health care services. Critical issues examined include the economic mechanism of the health care industry, methods of payment, cost-effectiveness and benefit-cost analysis, national health insurance plans and government policies. The economics of the present health care system are analyzed in relation to the poor and minorities. Prerequisite(s): ECO 2310 or ECO 2311.
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ECO 3320 - Global Economic Systems Credits: 3 hrs
The purpose of this course is to discuss the differences and similarities between various economic systems in which businesses operate. The course will compare several variants of capitalist and socialist systems and discuss the recent events that have changed the world. These topics will be analyzed in the context of country case studies. The course will address the problems of economic growth, development standard of living, as well as and business cultures in those countries. Most issues covered in class will be related to current economic and political events. Prerequisite(s): ECO 2312.
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ECO 3330 - Law and Economics Credits: 3 hrs
This course is intended as a one-semester introduction to the economic analysis of the law for students of economics and related social science fields. Students will apply the principles of the rational choice model of behavior to explain the evolution of Western legal institutions and the structure of modern law. Specific topics addressed in the course are: the relationship between legal systems, incentives, and behavior; the evolution of private property rights and market economies; the relationship between the law, efficiency, and equity; and the economic analysis of torts, contracts, and criminal law. After completing this course, students will be able to better understand the nature of the legal system, the effect of changes in laws on their welfare and the welfare of others, and to critically evaluate legal debates. Prerequisite(s): ECO 2311
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ECO 3331 - Economics of Crime, Corruption and Terrorism Credits: 3 hrs
The intent of this course is to provide individuals with knowledge of how economics can be used to analyze both illegal market and non- market behavior so that effective policies can be made to deter illegal behavior. In this course, students will learn how to use economic theory to see how policies enacted to reduce crime actually increase it, how policies undertaken to reduce corruption actually contribute to it and how policies enacted to combat terrorism actually assist it. In addition, students will learn how to combat each of these elements by focusing on strategies that are designed to reduce these plagues on society. Among the topics covered in the course are how to use economic theory to analyze insurance fraud, illegal immigration, organized crime, murder, rape, the death penalty, terrorism, corruption, the black market, smuggling, arson, and tax evasion. Prerequisite(s): ECO 2311.
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ECO 3332 - Economic Growth and Devt. Credits: 3
This course is intended to prepare undergraduate students for understanding the macro and microeconomic policies and institutions that lead to economic growth and development. The course will explore the outcomes of foreign aid, and whether economic and political freedoms spur development. Students will be exposed to various practices of existing governments, in order to better understand how to assess risk in business enterprise in various countries. Other factors such as the impact of microfinance, technology flows, and the impact of natural resources may be examined. Countries that have exhibited economic growth are contrasted with those that have not in order for lessons to be drawn about the important drivers of economic development, including property rights, entrepreneurial freedom and governmental transparency and accountability. Prerequisite(s): ECO 2311 Minimum Grade of C and Undergraduate level ECO 2312 Minimum Grade of C
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ECO 3332 - The Political Economy of Economic Growth and Development Credits: 3 hrs
This course combines Economics and Political Science to analyze the economic development process, the various approaches used to understand it, as well as the challenges that face this process. In so doing, the political economy of the development in the world eceonomic system and the challenges this unfolding process has raised for formulating and implementing constructive development policy will be examined. The evolution of development theory is treated as a contest of competing development paradigms, ranging from the modernization paradigm (and reactions to it as evoked in alternative perspectives on development which emphasize dependency, world systems, human development, participatory development, culture, gender, and sustainable development) to the post-modernist challenges to development discourses expressed in post-development. The policy implications and problems raised with each discursive wave in this development process and under neoliberal globalization are expressly flagged. 3 hrs
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ECO 3353 - Comparative Economic Systems Credits: 3 hrs
This course is a study of the different types of economic systems. Emphasis will be given to capitalist and market economics, which are to be contrasted with collectivist systems. Prerequisite(s): None
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ECO 3391 - Economics Internship Credits: 3 hrs.
A FOB internship will be defined as an academically-sponsored career-related work experience for which projects, research papers, presentations, reflective journals, and/or evaluations will be required by faculty for reporting/grading purposes. FOB internships may be paid or unpaid opportunities and must be for academic credit. Students may take a maximum of six (6) credit hours of FOB internships during matriculation, i.e., two different experiences. Each internship requires a minimum of 120 contact hours per semester. Internships are counted as elective credit and cannot be substituted for required courses. Prerequisite(s): Junior standing, ACC 2316, ACC 2317, BCO 2311, ECO 2311 and ECO 2312, good academic standing with no violations of the academic integrity code, grade-point average of 2.50 or higher.
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ECO 4301 - Applied Business Economics Credits: 3 hrs
Economics faculty and senior students meet to plan and execute an approved independent business research project, wherein each student demonstrates his or her ability to solve a business economics problem using appropriate research methods. The student will design, conduct and statistically analyze data to solve a research question. The student will complete both an oral and written presentation of the business economics project. Prerequisite(s): QBA 2325 or MAT 2326
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ECO 4316 - Foreign Economic Policies and International Cooperation Credits: 3 hrs
This course is designed to study and analyze national economic and political objectives as they relate to international economics and international cooperation. Prerequisite(s): ECO 2312.
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ECO 4318 - Labor Economics Credits: 3 hrs
This course covers some of the basic labor issues of our time, the relationship between labor and management, labor organizations, collective bargaining, labor legislation, and national and regional manpower problems. Prerequisite(s): ECO 2311
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ECO 4331 - Money and Banking Credits: 3 hrs
This course examines the current trends in financial institutions, the Federal Reserve System and its influence on the domestic credit structure, money and the macro-system, monetary policy instruments, targets and goals, and international transactions. Prerequisite(s): ECO 2312.
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ECO 4350 - Directed Honors Research Investigation in Economics Credits: 3 hrs
This senior level course is intended for students accepted to the Economics Honors Program. Accepted students will complete a minimum of 50 hours of mentored research with a faculty member. During these 50 hours, students will become more familiar with the faculty member’s research. Upon completion of this course, students will have developed a hypothesis; orally presented this hypothesis to the Economics faculty; and either obtained IRB approval or receive an IRB exemption for a thesis completed the following semester. This course is designed to help students navigate through the research process. Specific emphasis will be placed on how an economist asks questions and develops a hypothesis using appropriate economic literature and data, as well as developing appropriate statistical models to test this hypothesis. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Economics Honors Program
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ECO 4355 - Honors Thesis in Economics Credits: 3
This senior-level course is intended for students enrolled in the Economics Honors Program as they write their honors thesis. Accepted students will complete a minimum of 50 hours of mentored research with a faculty member. During these 50 hours, students will work with a faculty member to conduct a research investigation. Upon completion of this course, they will have written an honors thesis and orally defended this thesis to the Economics faculty by the last day of class. This course is designed to help students navigate the research process. The course will emphasize survey and dataset techniques, usage of datasets, statistical evaluation, as well as writing within the major. SLO: Written/Oral Communication Prerequisite(s): Directed Honors Research Investigation
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ECO 4384 - International Economics Credits: 3 hrs
This course is a study of the international mechanism of trade including modern trade theory, bases of specialization, theory of tariffs, exchange rates and income changes, comparative costs, factor endowments, gains from trade, theory of customs unions, commercial policy of the United States, and trading arrangements. Prerequisite(s): ECO 2312.
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ECO 4391 - Economics Internship Credits: 3 hrs.
A FOB internship will be defined as an academically-sponsored career-related work experience for which projects, research papers, presentations, reflective journals, and/or evaluations will be required by faculty for reporting/grading purposes. FOB internships may be paid or unpaid opportunities and must be for academic credit. Students may take a maximum of six (6) credit hours of FOB internships during matriculation, i.e., two different experiences. Each internship requires a minimum of 120 contact hours per semester. Internships are counted as elective credit and cannot be substituted for required courses. Prerequisite(s): ECO 3391, good academic standing with no violations of the academic integrity code, grade-point average of 2.50 or higher.
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ECO 6321 - Managerial Economics Credits: 3 hrs
This course focuses on the application of theory and quantitative methods to analysis of managerial decision making in national and international settings, with emphasis on forecasting, pricing, production, and resource allocation. Prerequisite(s): Undergraduate courses in microeconomics and macroeconomics or equivalent.
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ECO 6340 - Moral and Ethical Foundations of Capitalism Credits: 3 hrs.
Students in this course will be introduced to the resource allocation process and its impact on economic growth. Ethical questions as to what is an “equitable distribution” versus what is an “efficient economic system” are examined in detail. Students will be exposed to both critics and defenders of capitalism. Various ethical perspectives will be used to evaluate whether capitalism is moral. Case studies of contemporary ethical dilemmas will be used to demonstrate the usage of these perspectives.
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EDU 1131 - Successful Parenting Credits: 1 hr
This course is designed to give an overview of how to be a successful parent. Emphasis is placed on establishing emotional security, enhancing educational development, and developing a positive self-concept.
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EDU 1303 - PRAXIS I: Reading, Writing and Mathematics Credits: 3 hrs
This course is designed to prepare prospective teachers (BK— 12) to take the Pre-Professional Skills Test [PPST] (PRAXIS I examination). The course is also designed to introduce students to the PRAXIS I format, to determine strengths and weaknesses that students may have in the areas of reading, writing and mathematics, and to review previous materials to enhance the learning process. Grade: Pass/Fail.
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EDU 1304 - Freshman Seminar Credits: 3 hrs
This course is designed to acclimate students to Winston-Salem State University and to help students accomplish the goals of liberal learning. The focus will be on helping new students enhance interpersonal relationships, develop a personal identity, explore education as a career, meet the requirements for being admitted to the Department of Education; and begin the process of developing academic and intellectual competence. This is a writing intensive course, which allows students multiple opportunities to engage in formal writing, receive feedback, and improve their writing skills.
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EDU 2104 - Introduction to Education Credits: 1 hr
This course is designed to introduce prospective teacher education students to the teaching profession. There is also a 12- hour field experience component for this course. The students will be able to identify diverse needs of children in the classroom. This is the first level of clinical experience for students.
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EDU 2301 - Advancing the Academic Success of Black Males Credits: 3 hrs
From a critical thinking perspective, this course will interpret and analyze the academic and social inequities affecting Black Males in American P12 schools. Emphasis will be placed on building students’ critical thinking skills as students unpack the current research on Black male academic and social progress as it relates to literacy development and discipline disproportionality. Students will identify culturally relevant practices for supporting the productive development of Black male students in an effort to cultivate more socially just learning environments for all students. GE SLO: Critical Thinking; AK: Social/Behavioral Science; CuT: Diversity
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EDU 2304 - Sociological, Historical and Philosophical Foundations of Education Credits: 3 hrs
This course is designed to provide an understanding of the history, purposes, organization, and administration of the American public school system, with special emphasis on the role of the teacher in the total educational program. In addition, current issues in education are critically examined.
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EDU 2310 - Working with Young Children Credits: 3 hrs
This course is designed to offer the student practical knowledge of activities and materials appropriate to the developmental needs of young children. Emphasis: activities for cognitive and social development; selection and utilization of materials; and techniques for arranging the physical environment for effective learning. Prerequisite(s): Approval of department chair.
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EDU 2320 - Infant Care Credits: 3 hrs
This course is designed to enable the student to master those skills needed by persons who provide care for children ages birth to 18 months. Learning activities and motivational techniques that promote the development of each child are emphasized. Techniques: reading, lecture, audio-visual presentation, discussion, observation. Prerequisite(s): Approval of department chair.
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EDU 2334 - Education, Culture, and Society Credits: 3 hrs.
This course is designed to allow education and non-education majors to acquire a basic understanding of the history, purposes, organization, and administration of schools, to examine various influences of society on schools and vice versa, and to explore and evaluate information to increase their understanding of significant issues and controversies in American education. The course available to all majors. It gives students early exposure to schooling society and addresses contemporary issues that will help students understand their own eductaional experiences. This coursse is designed for students at the sophomore level. It provides an interdisciplinary perspective that focuses on the following issues: the purpose of education, who benefits from education, societal conditions that impact student learning, the organization of schooling, the purposes of assessment, and contemporary issues in education. The course is designed to provide students with a clear understanding of the issues and controversies confronting American education today. The course will examine such questions as the following: (a) What is the role of schools relative to social justice and equity, (b) How do facotrs of race, class, gender, abilities, etc., affect the educational experiences of students both within and across schools? (c) What is the ultimate purpose of education, and how can society best achieve this purpose?
The course will introduce education as influenced by multiple facotrs, including self, child, family, community and society. Students will expand their view of society and the civic role they can play as citizens. This course will assist students in reflecting on how they themselves learn and help bring personal coherence to their understanding of educational theories and practices. As students are engaged in the community outside the university, they will develop a broader picture of where schools fit into the complex social and political system. General Education Course that Satisfies SLO: Information Literacy; AK: Social/Behavorial Science; CuT: Diversity. Prerequisite(s): Sophomore status.
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EDU 3322 - Parent, School Community Relations Credits: 3 hrs
This writing intensive course will provide students with the opportunity to develop an approved written proposal for service learning projects/problem based learning project based on the analysis of a series of complex, real-world problems regarding the social justice for parents and students within a specific low-income, high-need school community. The course emphasizes the ways students can advocate for parents and students in a community and use coummunity agencies and resources to implement a project. This course emphasizes written communication for the purpose of seeking approval of a service learning project and emphasis is placed on working with culturally and linguistically diverse students, parents, schools and the community. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education Program. Grade: C or better. Cross-listed as SPE 3322.
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EDU 3336 - Educational Media/Computers in Education Credits: 3 hrs
This course focuses on the role of the microcomputer in education. Topics covered include instructional hardware and software, determination of classroom needs, evaluation of instructional materials, sources of assistance to educators on the use of computers, and techniques of applying computerized instruction in the classroom. The course also provides the opportunity for students to learn how to operate educational equipment, e.g., laminating machines, overhead projectors, opaque projectors, cassette recorders, and others. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education Program. Grade: C or better.
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EDU 3338 - Psychological Foundations of Education Credits: 3 hrs
This course examines the learning process, reviews aspects of developmental theory, and considers issues related to the teaching of critical thinking and the assessment of learning. Fieldwork is required. A grade of C or better for all teacher education candidates. This course is the department’s Writing in the Major course; therefore, the SLO is Written Communication. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education Program. Grade: C or better.
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EDU 3340 - Measurement and Evaluation in the Classroom Credits: 3 hrs
This course, which is designed for students preparing to teach in grades K-12, addresses the preparation of criterion and noncriterion referenced tests, the selection and use of standardized tests, grading and marking, and using tests to improve instruction. Scoring and interpreting test results, graphical presentation of data, and qualitative assessment will also be considered. Prerequisite(s): MAT 1311.
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EDU 3343 - Cultural Diversity Credits: 3 hrs
This course is designed to help students develop an understanding of the various intra-national cultural groups in our communities (e.g., Hispanics, Native Americans, Asian Americans, etc.). Such an understanding is critical to the development of knowledge, skills and attitudes essential for functioning successfully as leaders and advocates for children in public schools. Topics to be covered in this course include: (1) values and beliefs, (2) family structures and styles, (3) child rearing practices and expectations, (4) learning styles, (5) interpersonal strategies for participating in cross-racial/cultural interactions, and (6) anti-bias techniques for classroom curriculum and teaching. Special attention will be given to developing competencies needed to work effectively with parents and their children to maximize school success.
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EDU 4030 - Independent Study Credits: 1-3 hrs
This course provides an opportunity for a student to design and pursue a project that will further his/her understanding of an aspect of the educational enterprise and/ r develop and refine skills useful in the pursuit of a career in education. Prerequisite(s): Approval of the department chair and a faculty sponsor. Grade: Pass/Fail.
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EDU 4321 - Group Dynamics Credits: 3 hrs
This course is designed to develop an understanding of the dynamics of group behavior and to promote the development of the skills and attitudes essential for functioning effectively as a group member. Topics include the arousal and expression of emotions by group members, decision-making procedures, task orientation of the group, behavior relevant to task completion, power, the problem of intimacy within the group, and the role and procedures of communication within the group. Students may receive credit for only one of the following: EDU 4321, PSY 4321 or SOC 4321.
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EDU 4326 - Adult Education Credits: 3 hrs
Part one of this course deals with the general history, philosophy, organization and administration of adult education. Part two deals with methods of informal instruction, group leadership, conference planning, and techniques in handling various issues of education programs as well as for those preparing to serve as teachers and/or as leaders for various agencies serving adults.
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EDU 4331 - Guidance and Counseling Credits: 3 hrs
This course emphasizes problems the teacher faces in providing individual, small-group, and whole-group guidance. Problems within the area of planning with children, evaluating children, group work, and keeping records are considered. Students must choose two problems and develop a major report. Students may earn credit for only one of the following: EDU 4331, PSY 4331 or SOC 4331. Prerequisite(s): PSY 2301.
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EDU 4333 - Student Teaching Seminar Credits: 3 hrs
This capstone course focuses on culturally responsive pedagogy, professional knowledge, development of reflective practices and positive dispositions. Explicit strategies to assist students in navigating the cultural context of schooling are employed. This course also illuminates best practices, research in teaching and learning, and the application of theory. This course provides a forum for teacher candidates to share, support, and reflect on their developing teacher competence.
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EDU 4334 - Teacher Education Curriculum: Review Seminar Credits: 3 hrs
This course is designed to prepare teacher education majors for the Praxis II Exam. Course activities include test-taking exercises, critical-thinking reading, self-evaluation, and mastery of the exam’s format. More specifically, participants will practice with multiple-choice questions, constructed responses, and time management strategies. Special emphasis is placed on contentarea pedagogical knowledge of specialty areas. Prerequisite(s): Completion of all teacher education courses except student teaching (EDU 4981/2). Grade: C or better.
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EDU 4339 - Integrating Media and Technology in P-12 Settings Credits: 3 hrs.
Through hands-on activities, this course introduces students to the use and applications of various modes of information technology to teaching and learning. Emphasis is laid on the ability of the student to demonstrate effective use and integration of various technologies into instruction in the classroom. It explores various utilization of computers, media and Information technologies in P-12 settings in ways that maximizes instruction and learning for students. It also covers development and uses of multimedia in the classroom, information communication and Internet resources, development of instructional web pages; and various technology integration strategies for the content areas. Prerequisites: good knowledge and skills in computers and MS Office suite.
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EDU 4352 - Principles of Teaching Mathematics Credits: 3 hrs
This course is designed for students preparing to teach secondary school mathematics. Innovative techniques used in the teaching of mathematics will be discussed and developed. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education Program. Grade: C or better.
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EDU 4353 - Principles and Methods of Teaching English I Credits: 3 hrs
This course is designed to provide the prospective teacher of English in the senior high and middle school with the needed competencies to select, organize, and effectively use materials for strengthening the communication skills of students. Special attention will be given to the examination of textbooks and to the evaluation of instruction within the area. Credit will not be allowed for work of less than C quality. Prerequisite(s): An average of C or better in English courses and admission to the Teacher Education Program.
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EDU 4354 - Principles and Methods of Teaching Social Studies Credits: 3 hrs
This course involves the prospective secondary and middle grades social studies teacher in classroom and field work designed to produce competent teachers who can select worthwhile materials from various sources and organize individualized, small-group and large-group lesson plans and teaching units so secondary pupils may acquire the social concepts, skills, and values necessary for adult life. Prerequisite(s): Admission to the Teacher Education Program, completion of application for student teaching and completion of RED 4364 and PSY 3336. Grade: C or better.
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