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ACC 502 - Accounting for Management 3 cr.
(Prerequisites, MBA 502A & B)The student develops a deeper understanding of accounting as the “language of business” and the ways in which it can be employed to help managers perform within their organizations. Emphasis is placed on ways to use, analyze, and interpret accounting data in planning and controlling organizational activities. Selected techniques required for analysis and managerial decision making are introduced.
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ACC 512 - Survey of Federal Taxes 3 cr.
(Prerequisite, ACC 502 or equivalent)This course is directed at graduate students who desire exposure to tax law, but have had no prior tax course. The course will survey the general and basic rules which govern individuals, corporations, partnerships, and S corporations. The primary focus of this course will be directed toward compliance issues.
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ACC 514 - Accounting Integration and Configuration 3 cr.
(Prerequisite, MBA 510 and ACC 502)This course is concerned with the principles, methods, and techniques necessary for providing the reporting needs of an organization in an integrated management and information tech-nology environment. It uses an ERP software package to demonstrate the integration of both financial and nonfinancial information systems with an organization’s operating processes to produce managerial reporting capabilities in real time. This course is not open to those students who have received credit for ERP 514.
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ACC 521 - Auditing 3 cr.
(Prerequisite, ACC 502)Regulatory, legal, ethical, and technical issues related to the independent audit services. Intended for the general business student; not available to any student who has received credit for ACC 364 or its equivalent.
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ACC 522 - Federal Taxation 3 cr.
(Prerequisite, ACC 502)Corporation Income Taxes, with special emphasis on current Internal Revenue Service regulations. Partnerships included. This course is not open to those students who have received credit for ACC 365 or its equivalent.
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ACC 525 - International Accounting 3 cr.
(Prerequisite, ACC 502 or ACC 252 or ACC 254 or equivalent)Accounting for international business; accounting control for the multinational enterprise, global accounting theory and practice, social accounting concepts, tax aspects of foreign transactions, and international financial reporting to investors. This course is not open to those students who have received credit for ACC 475 or its equivalent.
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ACC 526 - Managerial Accounting 3 cr.
(Prerequisite, ACC 502)Decision models including pricing factor and product combinations. Examination of the problem of control in organizations, including transfer pricing and performance evaluation. This course is not open to students who have received credit for ACC 461 or its equivalent.
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ACC 527 - Financial Reporting and Research 3 cr.
(Prerequisite, ACC 502)A critical study of the major accounting pronouncements on general purpose financial statements. Research tools such as FARS will be used to analyze annual reports and SEC filings.
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ACC 529 - Special Topics in Accounting 3 cr.
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ACC 531 - Advanced Auditing 3 cr.
(Prerequisite, ACC 364 or equivalent, or ACC 521)Internal control and auditing issues relating to EDP systems, including the organization, equipment, and applications controls; statistical sampling issues; and audit issues relating to certain operating cycles.
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ACC 532 - Advanced Taxation 3 cr.
(Prerequisite, ACC 365 or equivalent, or ACC 522)This course is directed at graduate students having an accounting and tax background. The course will examine tax regulations applicable to partnerships, limited-liability companies/partnerships, corporations, S corporations, and estates and trusts. The emphasis will be on tax planning.
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ACC 536 - Advanced Managerial Accounting 3 cr.
(Prerequisite, ACC 461 or ACC 526, or equivalent)Advanced study of the use of accounting information in the decision-making necessary for planning, organizing, directing, and controlling a firm’s operations, including budgeting, performance evaluation, statistical analysis, and transfer pricing. The behavioral implications of the processes discussed will be addressed throughout the course. This course is not open to those students who have received credit for ACC 462.
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ACC 537 - Advanced Financial Accounting 3 cr.
(Prerequisite, ACC 460 or permission of instructor)An in-depth study of selected advanced financial reporting issues, including foreign currency transactions and translations, hedging foreign currency risks, accounting for corporate bankruptcies (both reorganizations and liquidations), interim and segment reporting, and accounting for estates and trusts. (Not open to students who have received credit for ACC 472 or its equivalent.)
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ACC 538 - Accounting Communications
(Prerequisites, ACC 502, ACC 521, and ACC 527 or equivalent)This course is designed to enhance the students’ communication skills as applied to accounting-related situations. Course activities include presentations, written assignments and projects in various areas of accounting such as financial reporting, cost management, business evaluation and assurance services. (Not open to students who have received credit for ACC 465.)
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CHEM 509 - Introduction to Research 1 cr.
This course provides the student with an introduction to the literature and research methods in chemistry and biochemistry. As part of the course requirements, each student will select a research mentor, assemble a thesis committee, and write a proposal for the master’s thesis. A student will not be allowed to engage in master’s research until she/he has obtained a satisfactory grade in this course.
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CHEM 530 - Structural Organic Chemistry 3 cr.
A discussion on an advanced level of the most important features of structural theory, such as stereochemistry aromaticity, resonance, and modern methods of structural determination. Applications of Woodward-Hofmann theory are also discussed.
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CHEM 531 - Mechanistic Organic Chemistry 3 cr.
A consideration of the most important means of determining the detailed pathways of organic reactions. Substituent effects on rates of reactions are discussed. Mechanisms proceeding via polar, nonpolar, and radical intermediates, including some biochemical reactions, are considered.
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CHEM 532 - Theoretical Organic Chemistry 3 cr.
(Prerequisite, CHEM 531)A study of methodology of determining the relationship of structure to reactivity, the mechanisms of important reaction types, and the factors that can influence rates and pathways.
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CHEM 533 - Heterocyclic Chemistry 3 cr.
(Prerequisite, CHEM 531)An introductory survey of the structure and reactivity of important types of heterocyclic compounds.
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CHEM 540 - Advanced Inorganic Chemistry 3 cr.
Theoretical concepts and their application to the reactions and structure of inorganic compounds. Introduction to coordination chemistry. Coordination chemistry and related topics; physical methods, reaction mechanisms.
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CHEM 541 - Bioinorganic Chemistry 3 cr.
A study of the biological role of inorganic complexes and ions with particular attention paid to pumps and transport proteins, metalloenzymes, acid-base reactions, redox reactions dependent upon electron transfer, oxygen carriers, nitrogen fixation, and photochemically induced electron transfer.
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CHEM 550 - Biochemical Structure and Function 3 cr.
Survey of the structure and function of biological macromolecules including proteins, carbohydrates, lipids, and nucleic acids. Introduction to chemical aspects of molecular biology, including DNA replication, gene regulation, and protein synthesis.
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CHEM 551 - Biocatalysis and Metabolism 3 cr.
(Prerequisite, CHEM 550)A study of the metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids. Introduction to enzyme kinetics and enzyme mechanisms.
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CHEM 552 - Biochemical Genetics 3 cr.
Chemical aspects of cell biology and genetics. Topics include an introduction to the theories of heredity, structure of DNA and RNA, DNA replication, prokaryotic and eukaryotic gene regulation, translation, and DNA technology.
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CHEM 553 - Enzymology 3 cr.
A course on the chemical nature of enzymes with relation to mechanisms of enzyme action and kinetics. Purification and identification of enzymes and isozymes. Biochemical and physiological aspects of enzymes in living systems
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CHEM 554 - Biochemistry of Disease 3 cr.
(Prerequisites, CHEM 550 and CHEM 551)A molecular description of pathological conditions in humans. Emphasis is placed on the effects of various disease states on metabolism. Diagnostic techniques and therapeutic approaches are also discussed.
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CHEM 555 - Chemical Toxicology 3 cr.
(Prerequisite, CHEM 550; pre- or corequisite, CHEM 551)The nature, mode of action, and methods of counteracting substances, which have an adverse effect on biological systems, especially human. Medical, industrial, environmental and forensic aspects will be discussed.
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CHEM 556 - Clinical Quality Control 3 cr.
A study of the design and operation of a quality control program in a clinical laboratory. The course will include all those actions necessary to provide adequate confidence that test results satisfy given requirements and standards. Such areas as statistics, patient preparation, specimen integrity, external proficiency control, internal quality control, analytical goals, and laboratory management will be covered.(Enrollment limited to Clinical Chemistry majors.)
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CHEM 560 - Introduction to Thermodynamics 3 cr.
A review of the fundamentals of thermodynamics and kinetics.
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CHEM 561 - Introduction to Quantum Chemistry 3 cr.
An introduction to quantum theory, with applications in spectroscopy and statistical mechanics.
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CHEM 562 - Advanced Quantum Chemistry 3 cr.
Quantum mechanics and quantum chemistry, including perturbational theory, variational theory and specific applications of molecular orbital theories to organic molecules. Spectroscopic applications.
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CHEM 563 - Advanced Thermodynamics and Equilibrium 3 cr.
A comprehensive treatment of thermodynamics, including electrochemistry, thermochemistry, and chemical equilibrium. Some introduction to the concepts of statistical mechanics and their application to thermodynamics will also be given.
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CHEM 564 - Polymer Chemistry 3 cr.
Introduction to the physicochemical aspects of polymers; emphasis on structure, properties and application; thermodynamics of polymer solutions; statistical mechanical consideration of polymers, and theories of rubber elasticity.
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CHEM 564L - Polymer Chemistry Laboratory 1.5 cr.
(Pre or co-requisite, CHEM 564)Laboratory experiments investigate syntheses and characterization methods for polymers, structure-property effects, and thermal analysis of polymers.(Lab fee: $40/cr.)
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CHEM 565 - Instrumental Electronics 3 cr.
An introduction to analog and digital electronics and microcomputers involved in computer automated laboratory instrumentation, including programming and interfacing required for laboratory data acquisition and control.
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CHEM 570 - Advanced Analytical Chemistry 3 cr.
Theory, description, and application of modern analytical techniques with emphasis on spectroscopy, potentiometry chromatography, electrochemistry, and radiochemistry.
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CHEM 571 - Analytical Methods 3 cr.
Laboratory practice with special and analytical apparatus and methods used for process and control, and for research.(Lab fee: $40/cr.)
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CHEM 572 - Applied Spectroscopy 3 cr.
The use of ultraviolet, visible spectroscopy, infrared spectroscopy, nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy, and mass spectroscopy as tools for the identification of organic compounds. The course will include laboratory work using these instruments.
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CHEM 573 - Electro-Analytic Chemistry 3 cr.
Theory and application of potentiometry, polarography amperometry, coulometry, and other analytical methods.
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CHEM 584 - Special Topics Variable cr.
Current topics in chemistry, biochemistry, or clinical chemistry offered by members of the department.
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CHEM 590 - Seminar 1 cr.
Current topics in chemistry and biochemistry are prepared and presented by the students.
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CHEM 599 - M.A. Thesis 2-6 cr.
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Counseling |
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COUN 500 - Professional Issues: Clinical Mental Health Counseling 3 cr.
This course is designed to orient students to the history, philosophy, trends, ethics, logistics and structure of the counseling profession and the clinical mental health counseling specialization. Students will gain an understanding of relevant professional issues and begin to develop their own professional identity.
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COUN 501 - Counseling and Interviewing Skills 3 cr.
This course deals with the application of counseling theory to the practical interview situation. The counseling process and the core elements of a facilitative counseling relationship will be examined. Counselor candidates will begin to develop basic interviewing skills.
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COUN 502 - Counseling Theories 3 cr.
Selected theories and techniques of counseling are discussed and examined through a combination of lecture, discussion, and role-playing activities. Emphasis will be upon evaluating the various theories and abstracting parts of these theories into a comprehensive overview of the counseling process. Application to different types of clients is discussed.
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COUN 503 - Group Process and Practice 3 cr.
A basic understanding of group dynamics and behavior is provided. Processes and patterns of interaction are analyzed primarily from the standpoint of their broad educational significance. The selection, evaluation, and use of group counseling methods and materials are discussed. Methods of developing and organizing group programs are also presented. Students also participate in a group experience.
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COUN 504 - Appraisal Techniques 3 cr.
Emphasis will be placed upon the development of competency in the evaluation, use, and interpretation of tests and inventories used in assessing abilities, achievement, interests, and personality. The relationship of informal data to the analysis of individual behavior will be included. Selected instruments will be examined in terms of their design and appropriate utilization.
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COUN 505 - Research Methods 3 cr.
An introduction to research issues and methodology in the field of counseling. Emphasis is placed on gaining the knowledge necessary to evaluate the conclusions of published research.
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COUN 506 - Social and Cultural Issues 3 cr.
Focuses on current social and cultural issues which shape human behavior and affect the practice of counseling. Emphasis is placed on multicultural counseling and issues such as aging, sexuality, AIDS, and poverty are addressed.
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COUN 507 - Career and Lifestyle Development 3 cr.
Psychological and sociological aspects of vocational choice and vocational adjustment will be presented and major theories of career choice and development will be reviewed. Emphasis will be placed upon methods and resources for facilitating career development throughout the life span. Career education, computerized information systems, and decision-making methods will be considered along with innovative approaches for special-needs populations.
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COUN 508 - Lifespan Development 3 cr.
This course provides an understanding of developmental psychology, including theoretical approaches and issues relating to physical, cognitive, personality, and moral development with particular emphasis on implication for counselors. Both psychological and sociological impacts on development will be overviewed.
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COUN 510 - System of Care 3 cr.
(Prerequisite, COUN 500)This required course addresses critical issues unique to Community Counseling. These include (a) professional practice issues, (b) the organizational, fiscal, and legal dimensions of practice, and (c) community needs assessment, evaluation, and consultation. The application of a social justice framework is emphasized.
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COUN 511 - Counseling Children 3 cr.
(Prerequisite, COUN 502)This course deals with the application of counseling theory to the counseling interview situation with elementary school clients. The counseling process, the core elements of a facilitative counseling relationship, and specific techniques for counseling children will be examined. Counselor candidates will begin to develop basic interviewing skills.
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COUN 520 - Professional Issues: Rehabilitation Counseling 3 cr.
Identification of the principles underlying rehabilitation, including history, philosophy, structure, and legislation. Study of the rehabilitation process from referral through follow-along activities. Concepts regarding legal issues, professional ethics, consumer advocacy, personal philosophy, community organization and the team concept are presented through a combination of guest lecturers and seminars. Field experience in supported employment with business and industry will be required.
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COUN 521 - Physical Disabilities 3 cr.
An introduction to medical and psycho-social aspects of physical disabilities. An emphasis is placed on the impact of the individual, family, and support system. The process of reasonable accommodation and assistive technology is also explored.
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COUN 522 - Vocational Aspects of Disability 3 cr.
Theories and models of vocational choice, career development, vocational counseling, and selected vocational assessment measures are presented. An in-depth study of the rehabilitation problems and issues dealt with by the counselor in placing individuals with disabilities is included. Job analysis and industrial visits are required.
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COUN 530 - Professional Issues: School Counseling 3 cr.
Focuses on the ethical, legal, philosophical, and sociological issues involved in the practice of professional school counseling. An in-depth understanding of the developing role of the school counselor and the application and impact of that role in a pluralistic society is stressed. Orientation to the larger counseling profession is provided with an emphasis on helping the student develop a counselor identity.
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COUN 533 - School Counseling Program Planning 3 cr.
(Prerequisite, COUN 503)This course provides a programmatic examination of the issues relevant to the role and function of the secondary school counselor including the use of data in planning, implementing, and evaluating a comprehensive school counseling program that is linked to school improvement plans and current education reform issues. A case study approach is utilized to analyze and apply the ASCA National Model.
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COUN 535 - School Counseling Research and Accountability 3 cr.
(Prerequisite, COUN 536)This course exposes students to an evidence-based practice model for school counseling. The evidence-based practices movement puts emphasis upon increasing the use of interventions that are first grounded in quality research, and then evaluated using rigorous measures. Course objectives are directed at developing an understanding of research methods, statistical analysis, needs assessment, and program evaluation.
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COUN 536 - Appraisal Techniques for School Counselors 3 cr.
Emphasis will focus on developing competencies in the knowledge, use, and interpretation of individual and group approaches for assess-ment and evaluation in school settings. Selected instruments will be examined. Students will also apply and integrate appraisal data to optimize K-12 students’ success in academic, career, and personal/social development.
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COUN 537 - Career Development in Schools 3 cr.
Strategies for Academic and Career choice and adjustment as well as Career Counseling Theories will be examined. Emphasis is placed upon the knowledge, skills, and resources for facilitating career development through the K-12 school experience. Career education, computerized information systems, and other interventions that assist all students in academic and career decision-making and the resolution of barriers to academic, career, and life success. The course focus on career interventions emphasizes the role of the school counselor as advocate for the achievement and career success of all students.
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COUN 538 - Systemic Leadership and Advocacy 3 cr.
School counselors serve as leaders engaged in system-wide change to insure student success. In this course, students examine and apply school and family organizational systems theory and consultation approaches in order to advocate for students, remove barriers, close opportunity and achievement gaps, and foster positive school environments. Opportunities for personal reflection and insight on leadership strengths and experiences, and family experiences is provided.
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COUN 539 - Coordination and Collaboration 3 cr.
Coordination and collaboration are major components of the American School Counseling Association’s (ASCA) National Model. These roles guide school counselors in their interactions with teachers, parents, administrators, community agencies, and others. Students will develop coordination and collaboration knowledge and skills to deliver comprehensive programming in crisis planning and response, resilience, substance abuse prevention/intervention, peer programming, special education collaboration, classroom planning and management, and supervision.
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COUN 540 - Family Counseling and Therapy 3 cr.
Basic theories and models utilized by family counselors will be covered, including family development and transitions across the life span, research into healthy families, and several family systems approaches (e.g. intergenerational, structural and strategies). Students will be introduced to family -based assessment, work with couples, and ethical concerns of family therapists. Integration of course materials will be facilitated through student projects on their own families-of-origin.
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COUN 542 - Family Violence 3 cr.
This course examines the dynamics and treatment strategies associated with work in homes where family members have experienced various forms of physical, sexual, and emotional maltreatment from other family members.
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COUN 547 - Psychiatric Rehabilitation 3 cr.
This course focuses on the rehabilitation of adults with significant mental health disorders. The course covers assessment, planning and implementation of interventions used in psychiatric rehabilitation, as well as the individual, programmatic and systemic variables that affect recovery. Principles and evidenced based practices of psychiatric rehabilitation will be presented.
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COUN 549 - Assessment and Diagnosis 3 cr.
This course is designed to familiarize students with the assessment and diagnosis of clients’ emotional, cognitive, and behavioral symptoms. Course content will cover the process, tools, nomenclature, and criteria of diagnosis. Relevant ethical, legal, and cultural considerations will be explored, as well.
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COUN 560 - Addictive Behaviors 3 cr.
Approaches to understanding and counseling persons with addictive disorders are thoroughly reviewed with an emphasis on the bio-psycho-social model. The development of abuse and addiction, assessment, treatment, recovery, and relapse prevention are important topics in the course. The focus is on developing an up-to-date and scientifically accepted knowledge base, while helping students to develop helpful clinical attitudes (developmental and interdisciplinary approaches) in this growing area of counseling.
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COUN 561 - Substance Abuse: Prevention & Education 3 cr.
Design, implementation, and evaluation of substance-abuse prevention and education programs will be the focus. Policy and value issues that underlie prevention will be covered along with a historical perspective on prevention and policy efforts in the U. S. Students will be exposed to a variety of successful “exemplary” and “promising” prevention approaches.
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COUN 562 - Issues in Substance Abuse 3 cr.
This course addresses a number of currently expected “competencies” for addiction professionals. Focus is on family dynamics, multiple addictions and dual disorders, and ethical issues.
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COUN 563 - Crisis Intervention 3 cr.
This course is designed to acquaint the student with the theory and practice of crisis intervention as it is applied to common crisis situations such as suicide, battering, violent behavior, post-traumatic stress disorder, substance abuse, sexual assault, and personal loss. Didactic instruction will be supplemented by role-playing experiences, guest lectures by crisis intervention specialists, and use of audiovisual materials.
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COUN 568 - Human Sexuality: Theories and Intervention 3 cr.
This course provides a broad understanding of human sexual development across the lifespan and appropriate intervention techniques that can be used to address specific concerns of human sexual functioning. Ethical issues in the treatment of sex-related issues are addressed.
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COUN 569 - Psychopharmacology 3 cr.
This course provides a broad understanding of psychopharmacological intervention in the treatment of mental disorders in children, adolescents, and adults.
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COUN 570 - Counseling Adolescents 3 cr.
This course explores current concerns and challenges confronting adolescents and young adults. Topics will partially be determined by societal trends and will cover a range of issues such as adolescent suicide, eating disorders, substance abuse, and relationship conflicts. Selected issues will be explored from both a psychological and sociological perspective, with emphasis on implications for developing counselor intervention techniques.
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COUN 571 - Counseling Issues for Women 3 cr.
A basic understanding of psychological issues currently facing women across the life span will be provided. Sociological concerns will be discussed as well as counselor intervention techniques.
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COUN 573 - Consultation and Supervision 3 cr.
Theory and practice are combined in this treatment of consultation and clinical supervision by counseling practitioners. The role of counselor as consultant/supervisor will be examined along with the acquisition of skills needed to work collaboratively with other human service providers. Ethical and legal issues will also be discussed.
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COUN 577 - Evidence-Based Practice 3 cr.
(Prerequisites:COUN 500, 501, 502, 504, and 549) Intended to build upon the content of COUN 549 : Assessment and Diagnosis, this course focuses on evidence-based practice including treatment planning, counseling procedures, and evaluation of counseling outcomes. Students will acquire the knowledge and skills necessary to provide effective and culturally appropriate counseling services.
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COUN 578 - Organizational Systems in CMHC 3 cr.
Prerequisite COUN 500
Co-requisite COUN 590
This course is designed to build upon the content of COUN 500 and complement the Internship experience. Students will gain an understanding of the organizational and systemic aspects of Clinical Mental Health Counseling including service delivery, roles of counselors, relevant policy, program development and evaluation, advocacy, mangement, and clinical supervision.
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COUN 582 - Directed Study 3 cr.
Allows the student to pursue an area of interest under the guidance of a faculty member.
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COUN 584 - Special Topics 3 cr.
Selected topics of current interest in the field of counseling are offered on a variable schedule.
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COUN 590 - Practicum: Clinical Mental Health Counseling 3 cr.
(Prerequisites, COUN 501, 502, 503, 504 plus a minimum of 24 completed graduate credit hours; all required clearances; and program director approval. Attendance is required at the pre-practicum planning meeting that occurs prior to registration in the semester before you plan to take the practicum.)Focuses on necessary and desirable counseling skills, development of counseling relationships, and case conceptualization. Practical application of counseling theories and techniques, psychological testing, and vocational development theory is emphasized. The practicum consists of 100 clock hours and includes direct service work, individual supervision, and group supervision.
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COUN 591 - Practicum: Rehabilitation Counseling 3 cr.
(Prerequisites, COUN 501, 502, 503, 504, 520, all required clearances; and program approval. Attendance is required at the pre-practicum planning meeting that occurs prior to registration in the semester before you take practicum.)Focuses on necessary and desirable counseling skills, development of counseling relationships, and case conceptualization. Practical application of counseling theories, assessment techniques, and career development theory is emphasized. The practicum consists of 100 clock hours and includes direct service work, individual supervision, and group supervision.
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COUN 592 - Practicum: School Counseling 3 cr.
(Prerequisites, COUN 501, 502, 503, 504, 536 plus 24 hour completed graduate credit hours; all required clearances; and program director approval. Attendance is required at the pre-practicum planning meeting that occurs in the semester before practicum prior to registration.)Focuses on necessary and desirable counseling skills, development of counseling relationships, and case conceptualization. Practical application of counseling theories and techniques, psychological testing, and vocational development theory is emphasized. The practicum consists of 100 clock hours and includes direct service work, individual supervision, and group supervision.
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COUN 594 - Practicum: Group Counseling 3 cr.
(Prerequisite, COUN 503)Focuses on necessary and desirable group counseling skills, the development of group environments, and the use of group techniques for generating individual change. An advanced personal group experience under direction of the faculty is an ongoing part of this practicum. Admission by consent of instructor.
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COUN 595 - Internship: Clinical Mental Health Counseling 3 cr.
(Prerequisite, COUN 590) Internship requires 600 hours of supervised clinical experience in a setting consistent with students’ program and career goals. Interns are expected to perform activities typical of full-time clinical mental health counselors. Students requiring more than one semester to complete internship must register for three credits of internship per semester.
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COUN 596 - Internship: Rehabilitation Counseling 3 cr.
(Prerequisite, COUN 591)Full-time placement in a community agency, facility, or institution involving 600 clock hours of supervised experience. These assignments may include work in State-Federal rehabilitation agencies, rehabilitation centers, community rehabilitation facilities, selected mental and retardation programs, supported employment, independent living centers and programs, drug and alcohol programs, and other systems which provide services for State-Federal programs. A minimum of 3 credits is required of all students. Students who require more than one semester/term to complete the internship must register for three credits of internship per semester/term.
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COUN 597 - Internship: School Counseling 3 cr.
School counselor-trainees are placed in a secondary school counseling department. The internship experience requires 600 clock hours of supervised experience. Students are expected to participate in the wide range of school counselor activities typical of contemporary school counseling. This includes individual and group counseling as well as the other program elements in the ASCA National Model. A minimum of three credits is required of all students. Students who require more than one semester/term to complete the internship must register for three credits of internship per semester/term.
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COUN/CJ 543 - Victims and Victim Rights 3 cr.
A critical, in-depth examination of the character of victimization, the role of victims and their needs, the principal strategies and public policies adopted in response to victimization, and the significance of an evolving victims’ rights movement. This course will require student production of a substantial, sophisticated project pertaining to victimization.
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COUN/CJ 544 - Judicial Process in Criminal Justice 3 cr.
This course examines the organization of America’s courts and the role they play in the criminal justice process, emphasizing the phenomena of trial, jury, and counsel against a background colored by the Bill of Rights.
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COUN/CJ 545 - Contemporary Criminal Justice for Counseling Professionals 3 cr.
This course will provide a systematic overview of the nature of crime and the criminal justice process in the United States. It will address system policies, practices, and decision making across the agencies of law enforcement, courts, and corrections. The common problems in the system such as regulating discretion, application of legal, rights, implementation of public policy, and the problems of operating within a the “non-system of criminal justice will be explored.
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COUN/CJ 546 - Advanced Criminological Theory 3 cr.
Critical analysis of criminological theory, including theories that derive from biological, psychological, sociological, geographic, economic, and political perspectives; origins of criminological theory and distinctions between classical and positivist theories discussed; major sources of data for the measurement of crime and victimization analyzed; relationships between theory and criminal justice policy considered.
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ECUI 501 - Improving Instruction 3 cr.
Students will study a wide spectrum of techniques and strategies to improve classroom instruction and enhance learning. Emphasis will be on practical classroom applications.
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ECUI 506 - Curriculum Theory and Development 3 cr.
Principles of curriculum construction which underlie the reorganization of the program of studies for elementary and secondary schools, sources of the curriculum, methods of organization, structure of knowledge, and curriculum planning and development.
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ECUI 511 - Computer Literacy for Educators 3 cr.
This course for educators is designed to meet the following goals. 1. To know how computers operate; 2. To develop ability to use the computer; 3. To become aware of some of the applications of computers; 4. To understand the social implications of computers and computing; and 5. To understand the rudiments of the LOGO computing language, a language commonly available for microcomputers which promotes structured programming characterized by top-down design with stepwise refinement through modularization.
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ECUI 512 - Cross-Cultural and Global Prospectives in Education
The purpose of the course is to help students, through cross-cultural study and experience learning, understand the diverse cultures that they may encounter in their future classrooms and the workplace. The primary goal is to help the learner understand and value the perspectives of other cultures in the United States and throughout the world.
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ECUI 513 - Family & Community Relations 3 cr.
This course prepares the ESL teacher with the strategies and communication skills necessary to build positive relationships with colleagues with the schools and agencies in the larger communities that can contribute to the well-being of each ELL student in order to realize the full developmental potential of the child.
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ECUI 516 - Group Processes in Classrooms 3 cr.
A study of group processes as they impact on the management and instruction of classrooms. It will be presented in both its theoretical and practical dimensions.
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ECUI 521 - Field Experience I 1 cr.
(Co- or prerequisites, EFND 521 or permission of instructor)Competency in making informed and structured observation of teaching styles, techniques, and environments will be developed through videotaped and written case studies.
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ECUI 526 - Field Experience II 1 cr.
(Prerequisites, ECUI 521, EFND 501, or permission of instructor.) Students are introduced to types of planning and instruction. Projects are carried out in local schools and agencies through observation, assisted instruction, and oral/written reports. Required clearances: PA criminal record, PA child abuse, FBI fingerprint, and TB test result. A field component is required.
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ECUI 531 - Field Experience III 1 cr.
(Prerequisites, ECUI 526 and co- or prerequisite, ESEC 501 or permission of instructor. Requires application to advisor and approval by program director during registration.)Course stresses exposure to the world of the teacher by involving the student in activities in basic education. Activities will be completed under the guidance of an assigned teacher in a basic education school setting. Secondary settings are in the fall semester, and elementary are in the spring semesters.
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