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CSC 431 - UNIX/Linux Administration 3 credits
This course prepares students to perform basic administration, networking, and security-oriented tasks on UNIX/Linux-based servers. This course has a significant hands-on component that utilizes both the command line and graphical user interface (GUI) environments. Topics include the vi editor, shell scripting, process management, file system management, network configuration, user account management, and troubleshooting. Prerequisite(s): CSC 328 and CSC 285
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CSC 432 - Malware Analysis 3 credits
This course provides fundamental knowledge of Malware analysis. Topics include an introduction to both static and dynamic techniques for analyzing unknown binaries. Students will be exposed to advanced malware concepts including malware detection as well as the utilization of industry standard tools to analyze, debug, and reverse engineer unknown binaries. Prerequisite(s): CSC 428
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CSC 433 - Computer Graphics 3 credits
Graphical programming concepts. Display media and device characteristics. Point, line. and circle plotting. Coordinating systems and transformations. Polygon clipping and filling. Spline methods, hidden surface elimination, and shading. Prerequisite(s): CSC 300
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CSC 436 - Offensive Network Security 3 credits
This course provides theoretical and practical aspects of Network Penetration Testing. The course includes in-depth details and hands on labs for each of the five distinct phases of an ethical hack including reconnaissance, scanning and vulnerability assessment, gaining access and exploitation, maintaining access, and covering tracks. An applied approach with a focus on current tools and methodologies will be stressed. Prerequisite(s): CSC 328 and CSC 385
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CSC 437 - Survey of Enterprise Systems 3 credits
This course exposes students to a hands-on environment leveraging common platforms. The course will expose students to concepts that relate to enterprise level vitalization which include cloud computing, disaster recovery, virtualization hardware, database, resource planning, and security. In order to fulfill these areas, students will be exposed to several tools and services that a network administrator would need to be familiar with such as web servers, load balancing, database management and email services. Students will learn to budget for and evaluate systems as required in order to support an organization’s mission. Prerequisite(s): CSC 385 and CSC 163
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CSC 438 - Defensive Network Security 3 credits
This course provides theoretical and practical aspects to firewalls and intrusion detection systems. Topics include configuration, implementation, rule creation, filtering, and other state-of-the-art developments. Intrusion detection topics will provide both host based and network based exposure while firewalling concepts will include the use of both application and enterprise level devices. Prerequisite(s): CSC 385
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CSC 439 - Threat Hunting and Incident Response 3 credits
This course studies the phases of responding to a cyber security incident which includes detecting how the breach happened, identifying compromised systems, containing incidents, and hunting down additional breaches. The course will expose students to sate-of-the-art incident response tools and techniques in areas including log-based analysis, network analysis, network forensics, and memory forensics. Students will develop an effective incident response plan with special focus on the technical components of identifying, containing, and eradicating threats during an active incident. Prerequisite(s): CSC 328 and CSC 385
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CSC 443 - Scripting for Network Administration 3 credits
This course uses current operating environments to teach the basic techniques for scripting administrative tasks that are required over modern computer networks. Topics include scripting languages, automation of command line utilities, and connecting to remote scripting hosts. Prerequisite(s): CSC 328
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CSC 447 - Artificial Intelligence 3 credits
Concepts in Artificial intelligence: programming in languages such as Prolog or LISP; knowledge representation; search algorithms. Prerequisite(s): CSC 250
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CSC 451 - Mobile Development Environments 3 credits
This course will examine modern mobile development environments and require students to develop multiple sample applications. Each term, the course will focus on a specific development paradigm. Prerequisite(s): CSC 260
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CSC 455 - Software Development Environment & Tools 3 credits
A study of tools, methods, and environments that augment or automate the activities comprising the software development cycle, including programming-in-the-large tasks such as configuration management, testing, version control, and deployment and programming-in-the-many tasks such as project and team management. Programming and other applied projects will be required. Corequisite(s): CSC 300
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CSC 456 - Operating Systems 3 credits
A study of the functions and structures associated with operating systems with respect to process management, memory management, auxiliary storage management, and processor management. Topics include concurrent and distributed computing, deadlock, real and virtual memory, job and processor scheduling, security and protection. Prerequisite(s): CSC 300 and CSC 314
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CSC 460 - Scientific Visualization 3 credits
Topics in the visualization of scientific concepts. The graphical capabilities of the computer will be used to visualize difficult and abstract constructions in mathematics and science. Prerequisite(s): CSC 300
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CSC 461 - Programming Languages 3 credits
This course consists of two parts. The first part introduces how programming languages are designed, including an introduction to the concepts of parsing and compiling. Issues related to implementation such as type checking, binding, and memory management are discussed. Secondly, the course will survey the spectrum of programming languages paradigms, including traditional imperative, object oriented, functional, and logic languages. Prerequisite(s): CSC 300
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CSC 466 - Language Processing 3 credits
A study of computer language processing through the activities of language design, specification, and translation. Computer language processing tools (compiler construction tools) will be used to demonstrate many of the concepts. The scanning, parsing, semantic analysis and code generation phases of compilation will be studied. Theoretical concepts including grammars and automata will be introduced. Programming projects will be required. Prerequisite(s): CSC 300
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CSC 470 - Software Engineering 3 credits
An introduction to the software engineering process, including lifecycle phases, problem analysis, specification, project estimation and resource estimations, design, implementation, testing/maintenance, and project management. In particular, software validation and verification as well as scheduling and schedule assessment techniques will be discussed. Prerequisite(s): CSC 300
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CSC 478 - Generative Deep Learning 3 credits
This course aims to discover how to re-create some of the most impressive examples of generative deep learning models, such as variational auto-encoders, generative adversarial networks (GANs), encoder-decoder models, and world models. It also aims to explore GANs to study important real-world applications, including image/video manipulation and generation, offense attacks and countermeasures, risk and recovery in healthcare and pharmacology, and so on. Prerequisite(s): CSC 386
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CSC 479 - Reinforcement Learning 3 credits
This course will cover the topic of Reinforcement Learning with a focus on application and projects. Students will review the different algorithms and applicable data structures available in this field. Following the review, a wide range of scenarios where Reinforcement Learning can be applied will be explored and analyzed in order to give students the ability to identify these situations in the real world and apply their knowledge. Prerequisite(s): CSC 386 and CSC 402
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CSC 482 - Algorithms and Optimization 3 credits
This course will study computer algorithms, their performance, and techniques for optimizing algorithm implementation. A variety of algorithms including search, sorting, and graph algorithms will be examined. Tools and methods for analyzing and measuring both theoretical and practical performance will be studied. Techniques for improving the performance of implementations of the algorithms will be examined. Prerequisite(s): CSC 260 , CSC 300 and MATH 316 (concurrent registration with MATH 316 allowed)
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CSC 486 - Data Mining Methods 3 credits
Study of analytic processes which explore data (especially very large data sets) for consistent patterns or systematic relationships, along with the study of methods for preparing data for analysis and validating the results of such analysis. The course will focus on processes, techniques, and algorithms for data mining, rather than applications. Data mining phases will be studied, including: data preparation, initial exploration, model building, model validation, and deployment. Prerequisite(s): CSC 300 and MATH 281 or MATH 381
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CSC 491 - Independent Study 1-4 credits
Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depend upon the requirements of the topic.
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CSC 492 - Topics 1-5 credits
A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually limited with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement.
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CSC 494 - Internship 1-8 credits
Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor
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CSC 498 - Undergraduate Research/Scholarship 1-6 credits
Independent research problems/projects or scholarship activities. The plan of study is negotiated by the faculty member and student. Contact between the two may be extensive and intensive. Does not include research courses which are theoretical.
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Cyber Leadership & Intelligence |
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CLI 101 - Introduction to Cyber Leadership 3 credits
The course will introduce students to concepts, issues, and methods relevant to the Cyber Leadership and Intelligence major. Students will explore relevant issues and learn how to assess risks, understand threats, and explore fundamental leadership concepts.
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CLI 242 - Disciplinary Analysis and Methods 3 credits
Introduces the varied methods of inquiry within the emerging fields of cyber leadership and security management, comparing and contrasting how questions are asked and evidence is weighed. Also exposes students to primary and secondary source research and proper presentation on topics of cyber leadership and security management.
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CLI 291 - Independent Study 1-3 credits
Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.
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CLI 292 - Topics 3 credits
Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specific field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement.
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CLI 310 - Hacking, Hackers, and Hacktivism 3 credits
This class considers the evolution of the social group hackers and the phenomena of hacking and hacktivism that emerge at the end of the 20th century - tracing the origins of hacking culture to the present day.
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CLI 370 - Cyber-Ethics 3 credits
A course that explores the uses and misuses of computers, teaching the moral codes necessary to practice well the professions of cyber-security, data and intelligence analysis, programming, and system design.
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CLI 420 - Cyber Leadership 3 credits
The course’s purpose is to serve as a leadership with an examination of current issues relevant to the CLI major, reading and research on leadership styles of innovators in the industry and government, and an examination of organizational practices.
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CLI 470 - Guerilla Warfare and Terrorism 3 credits
This course explores the ideologies, psychologies, and strategies of terrorists and guerilla fighters in the 21st century. Using a wide array of primary source readings, this course will delve deep into the worldviews of ideological extremists and insurgents in order to better understand the threats they present to national security both at home and abroad. This course also investigates the origins of terrorism and the role that foreign intervention has played in helping to foment insurgencies.
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CLI 491 - Independent Study 1-3 credits
Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and student negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollment is usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.
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CLI 492 - Topics 3 credits
Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement.
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CLI 494 - Internship 3 credits
Includes Directed Study, Problems, Readings, Directed Readings, Special Problems, and Special Projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and student negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.
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CLI 498 - Undergraduate Research/Project 1-3 credits
Includes Senior Project and Capstone Experience. Independent research problems/projects or scholarship activities. The plan of study is negotiated by the faculty member and the student. Contact between the two may be extensive and intensive. Does not include research courses which are theoretical.
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Digital Arts and Design |
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DAD 110 - Introduction to Digital Arts and Design 1 credit
An introduction to new media and technology’s role in the creation of visual and performing arts.
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DAD 180 - Introduction to Digital Storytelling 3 credits
An exploration of narrative in various forms of digital storytelling. Basic digital editing skills emphasized.
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DAD 215 - Team Building and Creative Problem Solving 3 credits
This course will examine and practice cooperative, collaborative, and creative group problem solving. Prerequisite(s): CMST 101 or CMST 215 or CMST 222
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DAD 222 - Audio Production I: Foundations 3 credits
A foundation study of audio recording techniques and digital audio editing. Students learn signal chain of professional audio mixers and DAWs by dissecting each component and rerouting it within the chain itself. Topics including microphones, connection types, EQ, dynamic processors, basic mixing, digital manipulation, and output file formats. Prerequisite(s): CSC 105
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DAD 255 - Screenwriting 3 credits
Process and techniques of scriptwriting for film, personal narratives, commercials, and other types of digital media. Students will study scripts and create their own. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 201
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DAD 291 - Independent Study 1-3 credits
Includes Directed Study, Problems, Readings, Directed Readings, Special Problems, and Special Projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor
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DAD 292 - Topics 1-3 credits
Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.
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DAD 310 - Digital Soundtrack Production 3 credits
Create and edit soundscapes, atmosphere, and musical backgrounds for multimedia presentations using digital audio and MIDI software. Learn foundational techniques in composition, sound synthesis, looping, mixing, and sound effects application. Explore music copyright, royalty, and licensing procedures. Prerequisite(s): MUS 204
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DAD 322 - Audio Production II; Multi-track Environments 3 credits
Builds upon Audio Production I. Course focus is on multi-track recording, production, mixing, and editing in professional software applications, Pro Tools. Other topics taught include mixing console management, signal processing, effects, plug-ins, and critical listening practices. Prerequisite(s): DAD 222 and MUS 204
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DAD 323 - Live Sound Reinforcement 3 credits
An introduction to live sound mixing in performance environments both for voice and instrument applications. Student will develop skills in operating mixing consoles, speaker placement, and microphone placement techniques. Prerequisite(s): DAD 222
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DAD 330 - Film Editing I 3 credits
Working knowledge of cameras, equipment, and resources; development of intermediate non-linear digital editing skills; basic production of videography projects; discussion and importance of storytelling to the video production specialist.
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DAD 335 - Film Editing II 3 credits
The significance of storytelling to the organization. Projects will focus on digital advertising, branding, identity, knowledge management, and interactivity. Continued development of digital cameras and intermediate non-linear editing skills. Prerequisite(s): DAD 330
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DAD 340 - Narrative Filmmaking 3 credits
Discussion, development and importance of storytelling in the filmmaking; development of intermediate and advanced non-linear digital editing skills; advanced production of fictional storytelling projects. Prerequisite(s): DAD 180 and DAD 255
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DAD 345 - Documentary Filmmaking 3 credits
Development of non-fiction storytelling skills in a variety of context including the organization. Continued development of digital camera use and advanced non-linear editing skills.
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DAD 350 - Recording Sessions 2 credits
Students learn technical skills of the recording studio and use studio sessions extensively under real world situations, taking responsibility for most studio functions, such as engineering, producer, studio tech, and studio manager. Course is repeatable. Prerequisite(s): DAD 222
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DAD 375 - Storyboarding 3 credits
Principles of visual storytelling for a variety of digital arts contexts. Prerequisite(s): ART 121
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DAD 380 - Professional Development for Digital Storytellers 3 credits
Portfolio preparation and presentation, internship strategies and discussion of issues in digital storytelling careers and professions.
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DAD 415 - Team-Based Projects 3 credits
Hands-on experience working in multidisciplinary teams to complete digital and multimedia projects for clients. Prerequisite(s): Senior class standing
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DAD 422 - Audio Production III: Advanced Techniques and MIDI Music 3 credits
Builds upon Audio Production II; Instructs in advanced multi-track editing techniques including advanced audio mixing, signal processing, and critical listening. Also covers business practices for the music industry and career preparation, including copyright law, resume building and online music marketing and promotion. Prerequisite(s): DAD 322
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DAD 423 - Electroacoustic Sound Creation with MIDI 3 credits
Students learn to create and edit creative sound and musical soundtracks through MIDI and DAWs not only for their own songwriting process but also for synchronizing to various video formats, presentations software, and multimedia projects. Emphasis is given to manipulate SMPTE and MIDI time clocks in order to communication with professional post-processing experts as well. Prerequisite(s): DAD 322 and MUS 108
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DAD 465 - Advanced Film Development and Production 3 credits
Fundamentals of digital filmmaking from pre-production to post-production. Prerequisite(s): DAD 335
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DAD 482 - Career Preparation 1 credit
Course focuses on the working climate for digital artists and designers. Planning and preparation of cover letter, resume, references, and portfolio/demo reel will be a central theme. Discussion of professional development including personal presentation, use of social media, professional organizations, and job searching will also be highlighted. Prerequisite(s): ARTD 185 , ARTD 282 , DAD 180 , MUS 204
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DAD 491 - Independent Study 1-3 credits
Includes Directed Study, Problems, Readings, Directed Readings, Special Problems, and Special Projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor
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DAD 492 - Topics 1-3 credits
Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.
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DAD 494 - Internship 1-3 credits
Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor for these courses than is the case with field experience. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor
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DAD 498 - Undergraduate Research/Scholarship 1-3 credits
A capstone experience for Digital Arts and Design majors. Students create team projects and displays of their individual work, integrating theories and practices learned as DAD majors. Must be taken the final semester of student’s program of study. Prior application required. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor
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Economics |
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ECON 201 - Principles of Microeconomics 3 credits
Principles of microeconomics studies basic economic concepts as they relate to consumer, worker, and business decisions. Emphasis is given to satisfaction maximizing behavior by individuals and profit maximization by firms. Market structures are thoroughly analyzed regarding their effect on price, output, and competitiveness.
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ECON 202 - Principles of Macroeconomics 3 credits
Principles of macroeconomics considers the economy as a whole, how its sectors interact, and how monetary and fiscal policy can influence output, inflation, interest rates, unemployment, poverty, debt, and other factors.
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ECON 304 - Managerial Economics 3 credits
Applications of microeconomic theory, statistics and other quantitative methods to analysis and solution of decision-making problems confronted by managers of agribusiness, commercial and manufacturing enterprises. Topics include economic analysis of demand, production, cost, market structure, government regulation, risk, and capital budgeting. Prerequisite(s): ECON 201 , ECON 202 and BADM 220 or MATH 281
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ECON 330 - Money and Banking 3 credits
Money and banking examines the historical development of money, the bank system, and the Federal Reserve in the United States. The course studies interest rate determination and how monetary policy affects rates and the economy. Prerequisite(s): ECON 201 and ECON 202
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ECON 433 - Public Finance 3 credits
Public finance focuses on the role of the public sector in the United States economy. It uses economic analysis to examine when government intervention in a market economy might be justified and to evaluate public spending and taxes. Prerequisite(s): ECON 201 and ECON 202
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ECON 482 - Labor Economics 3 credits
Labor economics studies the functioning of labor markets. Topics include the theory of labor supply, unions, discrimination, and the government role in labor markets. Prerequisite(s): ECON 201 and ECON 202
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ECON 491 - Independent Study 1-4 credits
Includes directed study, problems, readings, directed readings, special problems and special projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic.
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ECON 492 - Topics 1-4 credits
Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.
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ECON 494 - Internship 1-6 credits
Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses.
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ECON 498 - Undergraduate Research/Scholarship 1-12 credits
Independent research problems/projects or scholarship activities. The plan of study is negotiated by the faculty member and student. Contact between the two may be extensive and intensive. Does not include research courses which are theoretical.
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Education |
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ED 291 - Independent Study 1-4 credits
Includes Directed Study, Problems, Readings, Directed Readings, Special Problems, and Special Projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor
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ED 295 - Practicum 1-3 credits
Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor
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ED 488 - K-12 Student Teaching 4-12 credits
Supervised placement in a K-12 classroom in the major area of emphasis. Students assume full responsibility for planning, instruction, evaluation and classroom management during their experience. Admission to Teacher Education. An additional mandatory fee applies to this course. Prerequisite(s): Admitted to Teacher Education
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ED 491 - Independent Study 1-4 credits
Includes Directed Study, Problems, Readings, Directed Readings, Special Problems, and Special Projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor
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ED 492 - Topics 1-3 credits
Includes current topics, advanced topics and special topics. A course devoted to a particular issue in a specified field. Course content is not wholly included in the regular curriculum. Guest artists or experts may serve as instructors. Enrollments are usually of 10 or fewer students with significant one-on-one student/teacher involvement.
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ED 495 - Practicum 1-6 credits
Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor
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EDER 415 - Educational Assessment 2 credits
A study of educational measurements covering both the elementary and secondary fields.
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Elementary Education |
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ELED 291 - Independent Study 1-4 credits
Includes Directed Study, Problems, Readings, Directed Readings, Special Problems, and Special Projects. Students complete individualized plans of study which include significant one-on-one student-teacher involvement. The faculty member and students negotiate the details of the study plans. Enrollments are usually 10 or fewer students. Meetings depending upon the requirements of the topic. Prerequisite(s): Consent of the instructor
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ELED 303 - Earth and Physical Science for Elementary Teachers 3-4 credits
A non-methods course that presents major concepts and theories in astronomy, geology, meteorology, chemistry, and physics. Scientific concepts and theories for elementary teachers working with K-8 students. Corequisite(s): ELED 303L
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ELED 303L - Earth and Physical Science for Elementary Teachers Lab 0 credits
Laboratory section for ELED 303 . Corequisite(s): ELED 303
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ELED 310 - K-8 Methods of Music, Art and Drama 2 credits
In this course, students will learn how to use methods of music, art and drama, in concert and infused with technology, as vibrant and integral parts of their teaching repertoire. Students will learn how these arts not only strengthen and solidify curriculum, but improve their own ability to teach and relate to their students. Students will develop an understanding of: the tools of inquiry of K-8 music, art and drama; the ability to design, deliver, and evaluate a variety of instructional strategies and processes that incorporate learning resources, materials, technologies, and state and national curriculum standards appropriate to K-8 music, art and drama; the ability to assess student learning; and to apply these skills and attitudes to real life situations and experiences.
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ELED 320 - K-8 Science Methods 2-3 credits
Students develop an understanding of the tools of inquiry of K-8 science; the ability to design, deliver, and evaluate a variety of instructional strategies and processes that incorporate learning resources, materials, technologies, and state and national curriculum standards appropriate to K-8 science; the ability to assess student learning in K-8 science; and to apply these knowledge, skills, and attitudes to real life situations and experiences. Prerequisite(s): Admitted to Teacher Education
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ELED 330 - K-8 Math Methods 2-3 credits
Students develop an understanding of the tools of inquiry of K-8 math; the ability to design, deliver, and evaluate a variety of instructional strategies and processes that incorporate learning resources, materials, technologies, and state and national curriculum standards appropriate to K-8 math; the ability to assess student learning in K-8 math; and to apply these knowledge, skills, and attitudes to real life situations and experiences. Prerequisite(s): Admitted to Teacher Education
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ELED 354 - Emergent Literacy Development 3 credits
Objectives, materials, and procedures for teaching language stimulation and pre-reading at the pre-school and Kindergarten levels. Students will be expected to work with children.
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ELED 360 - K-8 Social Science Methods 2-3 credits
Students develop an understanding of the tools of inquiry of K-8 social studies; the ability to design, deliver, and evaluate a variety of instructional strategies and processes that incorporate learning resources, materials, technologies, and state and national curriculum standards appropriate to K-8 social studies; the ability to assess student learning in K-8 social studies; and to apply these knowledge, skills, and attitudes to real life situations and experiences. Prerequisite(s): Admitted to Teacher Education
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ELED 361 - Social Science for Elementary Teachers 2 credits
This non-methods course presents major concepts and theories in the various social studies disciplines including geography, anthropology, sociology, world and US History, government, citizenship, democracy, and economics. It builds an understanding of research and inquiry in social studies specific to working with K-8 students.
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ELED 395 - Practicum 1-2 credits
Applied, monitored and supervised, field-based learning experience for which the student may or may not be paid. Students gain practical experience; they follow a negotiated and or directed plan of study. A higher level of supervision is provided by the instructor in these courses than is the case with field experience courses.
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ELED 412 - Kindergarten Education 3 credits
An overview of the principles and philosophy of kindergarten education as it relates to curriculum planning and the development of activities and materials. Course utilizes NAEYC curriculum standards.
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ELED 422 - K-8 Science and Math Technology 1-2 credits
Methods of integrating the teaching of science and mathematics through the use of technology.
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ELED 440 - K-8 Language Arts Methods 2-3 credits
Students develop an understanding of the tools of inquiry of K-8 language arts, integrating reading, writing, speaking and listening, the ability to design, deliver, and evaluate a variety of instructional strategies and processes that incorporate learning resources, materials, technologies, and state and national curriculum standards appropriate to K-8 language arts; the ability to assess student learning in K-8 language arts; and to apply these knowledge, skills, and attitudes to real life situations and experiences. Prerequisite(s): Admitted to Teacher Education
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ELED 450 - K-8 Reading Methods 2-3 credits
Students develop an understanding of the research and tools of inquiry of K-8 reading, the ability to design, deliver, and evaluate a variety of instructional strategies and processes that incorporate learning resources, materials, technologies, and state and national curriculum standards appropriate to K-8 reading, the ability to assess student learning in K-8 reading, and to apply these knowledge, skills, and attitudes to real life situations and experiences. Prerequisite(s): Admitted to Teacher Education
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ELED 454 - Literacy: Data Based Reflective Teaching 2-3 credits
Emphasis is on combining theory to practice in using data in the areas of reading, writing, phonemic/vocabulary to support teaching strategies and assessment. Requires admission to Teacher Education Program. Prerequisite(s): LIBM 205 , ELED 440 , ELED 450 and Admitted to Teacher Education
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ELED 455 - Evidence-Based Reading (K-3) 3 credits
This course builds the teacher candidate’s knowledge of evidence-based instructional practices of the five essential components of reading acquisition (phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension) specific to the K-3 level, with an emphasis on the foundational reading skills. Students will learn to design and deliver lessons and assess student reading skills utilizing state and national standards and to apply the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to real-life situations and experiences. Includes a Level II field experience.
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ELED 456 - Evidence-Based Reading (4-8) 3 credits
This course builds the teacher candidate’s knowledge of evidence-based instructional practices of the five essential components of reading acquisition (phonological awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension) specific to the 4-8 level, with an emphasis on developing fluent reading, vocabulary, and comprehension and supporting intermediate readers who struggle wit the foundational skills. Students will learn to design and deliver lessons and assess student reading skills utilizing state and national standards and to apply the knowledge, skills, and attitudes to real-life situations and experiences. Includes a Level II field experience.
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ELED 459 - Introduction to Literacy Assessment and Remediation 1-3 credits
This is a practical course in which the student is directed toward acquiring specific skills that will enable a teacher to complete group and individual assessments and develop activities to remediate reading problems. This course includes a practicum. Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education
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ELED 462 - Teaching English: New Language 2 credits
This course is designed to introduce and prepare students to teach new English language learners in diverse classrooms. This course focuses on curriculum, instruction and assessment methods for teaching English as a new language to multicultural students in rural and urban settings. A grade of “C” or greater is required and must be completed prior to admission to teacher education.
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ELED 466 - P-12 ELL Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment 3 credits
Students will learn current research-based methods of instruction, curriculum development, and program assessment for P-12 English Language Learners. This course is designed to fulfill state requirements for the ELL endorsement.
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