Apr 29, 2024  
Undergraduate Catalog 2020-2021 
    
Undergraduate Catalog 2020-2021 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 
  
  • BLDR 386 - Empowerment Business Leadership Seminar #2

    1 cr.
    Focus is on identifying the tasks of the leader and “enabling or empowering” people to achieve the organization’s goals.
  
  • BLDR 455 - Policy and Planning

    3 cr.
    This is the capstone course for all business majors. Concepts and skills developed in the functional areas of accounting, finance, management, marketing and production/operations are integrated and applied to the top-level management of an organization. Topics include analyzing organizational environment, setting missions and objectives, developing strategies and plans, allocating resources, and designing organizational structures, reward, and control systems. Special emphasis will be given to the role of executive leadership and values in the articulation of a corporate vision and culture, and in the choice of growth and competitive strategies. Intended as a case- and project-oriented course.
  
  • BLDR 484 - Eloquentia Negotialis

    3 cr.
    This Business Leadership course engages modes of public discourse about economics, politics, and business. Taking the weekly issue of The Economist—arguably the most influential magazine in this subject area—as its text, the class will analyze the news, editorial, and advertisement content. Drawing from their diverse backgrounds in University course work and from their common background in BLDR courses, students will examine individual pieces for cutting edge technical content, for an understanding of cultural and ethical implications, and in terms of sophisticated rhetoric. Students will articulate the results of this rhetorical and ethical analysis through both written reports and oral presentations to the class. On a weekly basis, students will practice critical thinking at the intersection of reading, writing, listening, and speaking.
  
  • BLDR 485 - Mentorship Business Leadership Seminar #3

    1 cr.
    Student is placed in an organizational setting as a leadership intern to study the leadership of the organization.
  
  • BLDR 486 - Senior Project Business Leadership Seminar #4

    1 cr.
    Student proposes, develops and executes a project evidencing a high degree of leadership skills and activity.
  
  • BLDR 487 - Successful Consulting: Theory & Practice

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisites: BLDR 351  and BLDR 385 )

    This course covers the key aspects of the theory and practice of the business consulting aimed at achieving outstanding client outcomes.  The focus includes both a theoretical framework and practical implementation in the field to solve a current client issue.

  
  • BUAD 351 - Business Process Overview

    3 cr.
    This is the first course in the area of enterprise management. Students will learn to appreciate the integration of a company’s core business processes. Students will be exposed to the main business processes that drive an organization, the interactions within and between them, and the effect of integration on the decision-making environment. This course uses an enterprise-wide integrated information-systems software and simulated data for a model company.  (Credits may not be earned for BUAD 351 and OIM 353 .)
  
  • BUAD 470 - Enterprise Information Systems

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisite: BUAD 351 )

    This course is concerned with the management and operations of information systems in an integrated enterprise. It will examine the integrated business processes of an enterprise. Students will analyze and study enterprise systems software in detail. Students will be exposed to the management of the enterprise systems software. They will learn about business integration through the concepts of business engineering and business workflow.

  
  • BUAD 471 - Configuration and Consulting

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisite: BUAD 351 

    Focus is on the implementation of enterprise systems projects and the role of consultants in such implementation. It examines the integrated business processes of an enterprise, and the concepts of developing data models, business objects, and event-process chains. Students develop implementation plans for enterprise systems software. The course will also discuss the configuration procedures in implementing enterprise systems software. The goal of the course is to prepare the students to become consultants in enterprise systems.

  
  • BUAN 261 - Introduction to Business Programming

    3 cr.
    The focus of this course is to introduce students to business programming using tools such as Visual Basic for Applications (VBA). More specifically, it will train students how to write programs that automate various tasks in Excel, and develop applications that support business decision making.  The ultimate goal will be on the creation of applications that will allow managers to make effective data-driven decisions.  Advanced Excel skills such as Power Pivot and Pivot tables will also be covered.  Students will gain insights into how to continue developing their skills in their careers. (Credits may not be earned for both EC 261  and BUAN 261).
  
  • BUAN 362 - Database Management Systems

    3 cr.
    This course deals with the use of database management systems to support electronic business.  Topics include: data modeling; database design and normalization; structured query language (SQL); database application development; integration of web server and database server; distributed data-bases; data warehousing; and data mining.  (Credit cannot be earned for EC 362 , BUAN 362, and ACC 374 )
  
  • BUAN 461 - Internet Applications Development

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisite: BUAN 362  or permission of instructor)

    An introduction to existing and evolving Internet technologies needed for web site development and management.  Client and server-side scripts will be utilized to explore their role in interacting with customers, customizing web pages, processing forms, maintaining state, and connecting to data-bases.  Course delivery will be primarily conducted through hands-on assignments and projects. (Credits may not be earned for both EC 362  and BUAN 362.)

  
  • BUAN 463 - Data Mining

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisite: STAT 251 )

    Data mining refers to an analytic process designed to explore data (usually large amounts of data - typically business or market related - also known as “big data”) in search of consistent patterns and/or systematic relationships between variables, and then to validate the findings by applying the detected patterns to new subsets of data.  Hands-on applications of various data mining techniques (e.g. classification, association analysis, clustering, text mining, anomaly detection, feature selections) using data mining software tools will be used.  (Credits may not be earned for EC 463 , OIM 463 , and BUAN 463.)

  
  • BUAN 465 - Customer Relations Management Analytics

    3 cr.
    This course allows the engagement with customers consistently across all touchpoints and functional activities. It provides hands on experience on Google Analytics, Search Engine Optimization, Social Media Optimization and SAP Hybris Solutions. By the end of the course, students can strategically generate and gather online information to measure traffic, visitor engagement and potential impact on ROI.
  
  • BUAN 470 - Introduction to Big Data

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisite: BUAN 463 )

    Big Data refers to the voluminous amount of structured and unstructured data that is harnessed from a variety of sources such as social media and electronic commerce transactions with the aim of revealing patterns, trends, and associations. The course covers the principles of Big Data, Internet of Things, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning and their business applications. The course involves using real-life Big Data applications to solving complex business problems.

  
  • BUAN 475 - Business Simulation

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisites: OIM 352 )

    This course focuses on the use of simulation modeling as a tool to analyze various business applications in the face of risk and uncertainty. Students will gain hands-on experience in using simulation software to create predictive models to prescribe insightful decisions that reflect complex realities.

  
  • BUS 140 - (FYDT,FYOC) Business Information & Oral Proficiency

    3 cr.
    This course is designed to introduce students to digital technology tools and software commonly used in business to research, problem solve, evaluate, and disseminate information.  Students will learn the concepts of public speaking and demonstrate the ability to effectively present research outcomes and data finding to an audience.
  
  • BUS 140K - (FYDT,FYOC) Business Information & Oral Proficiency

    3 cr.
    This course is designed to introduce students to digital technology tools and software commonly used in business to research, problem solve, evaluate, and disseminate information at an honors-level.  Students will learn the concepts of public speaking and demonstrate the ability to effectively present research outcomes and data finding to an audience.
  
  • BUS 150 - Career and Professional Development

    1 cr.
    Principles, methods, and practice in achieving career goals with emphasis on the exploration of career opportunities, identification of strengths, resume development, cover letter composition, interviewing, salary and benefits negotiations, networking, professional image, and the use of technology in achieving career goals.
  
  • BUS 250 - (S) C-Suite Fraud Behavior

    3 cr.
    This course introduces students to the theories, models, and practices used to assess, prevent, and detect business fraud behavior at the C-Suite level. Topics will include: the impact of fraud on society, business, and the individual; pressures and rationalization that enable fraud behavior; and techniques used to avoid fraud pitfalls.
  
  • C/CJ 200 - Forensic Science

    3 cr.
    Designed for law-enforcement majors as well as science majors, this is a study of the rules of evidence and the position of the expert scientific witness in law, followed by a review of the uses of scientific, and particularly chemical, evidence in various phases of the investigation and trial of criminal actions.
  
  • C/IL 102/102L - (FYDT) Computing and Information Literacy

    3 cr.
    Students learn to use digital technology in the problem-solving process to obtain, evaluate and disseminate information.   Two hours lecture, two hours lab. Requires concurrent enrollment in lecture and lab.  Students may earn credit for only one C/IL course. Successful completion of this course (with a grade of C or better) fulfills the computer literacy skills requirement of the University.
  
  • C/IL 102L - (FYDT) Computing and Information Literacy/Lab

    3 cr.


    Students learn to use digital technology in the problem-solving process to obtain, evaluate and disseminate information. Two hours lecture, two hours lab. Requires concurrent enrollment in lecture and lab.

    Students may earn credit for only one C/IL course. Successful completion of C/IL 102/102L  (with a grade of C or better) fulfills the computer literacy skills requirement of the University.

  
  • C/IL 104 - Computing and Informational Literacy for Business

    3 cr.
    A focused variant of C/IL 102/102L  - C/IL 102L  with an emphasis appropriate for students with majors in the Kania School of Management.
  
  • CHED 300 - Career Seminar in Health Promotion

    1 cr.


    (Prerequisite: 3rd year standing in Health Promotion Major)

    Health Promotion majors will health promotion career trends, career paths, graduate programs, professional employment and credentialing, ethical practice, and internships. Students will develop a plan for professional growth and development within the health promotion field

  
  • CHEM 100 - (E) Elements of Chemistry

    3 cr.
    An elementary study of the field of chemistry for the non-science major; concepts of structure, states of matter, modern developments, implications of the field for modern society. Three hours lecture.
  
  • CHEM 104 - (E) Science and Society

    3 cr.
    A study of some current problems of a scientific and technological nature from the point of view of the non-science major. Scientific background will be provided to lead to greater understanding and possible solutions. Possible topic: energy, genetic engineering, narcotics, pesticides, etc. Three hours lecture.
  
  • CHEM 110 - (E) Introductory Chemistry

    3 cr.


    (CHEM 110 is a prerequisite for CHEM 111 )

    A study of the fundamental concepts of general chemistry, organic chemistry, and biochemistry.

  
  • CHEM 110-111 - (E) Introductory Chemistry

    6 cr.


    (CHEM 110 is a prerequisite for CHEM 111)

    A study of the fundamental concepts of general chemistry, organic chemistry, and biochemistry. Three hours lecture each semester.

  
  • CHEM 110L-111L - Introductory Chemistry Laboratory

    2 cr.


    (Lecture is required as pre- or co-requisite; CHEM 110L is prerequisite for CHEM 111L)

    Experiments dealing with principles of general, organic and biological chemistry are performed. Two hours laboratory each semester.

  
  • CHEM 111 - (E) Introductory Chemistry

    3 cr.


    (CHEM 110  is a prerequisite for CHEM 111)

    A study of the fundamental concepts of general chemistry, organic chemistry, and biochemistry.

  
  • CHEM 112 - (E) General and Analytical Chemistry

    3 cr.
    A study of the laws, theories and principles of general chemistry together with qualitative and quantitative analysis. Three hours lecture each semester.
  
  • CHEM 112-113 - (E) General and Analytical Chemistry

    6 cr.


    (CHEM 112 is a prerequisite for CHEM 113) 

    A study of the laws, theories and principles of general chemistry together with qualitative and quantitative analysis. Three hours lecture each semester.

  
  • CHEM 112L-113L - General and Analytical Chemistry Laboratory

    3 cr.


    (Lecture is required as pre- or co-requisite; CHEM 112L is prerequisite for CHEM 113L) 

    Experiments involve semi-micro techniques for qualitative and quantitative analysis (gravimetric and volumetric analysis). Three hours laboratory each semester.

  
  • CHEM 113 - (E) General and Analytical Chemistry

    3 cr.


    (CHEM 112  is a prerequisite for CHEM 113)

    A study of the laws, theories and principles of general chemistry together with qualitative and quantitative analysis. Three hours lecture each semester.

  
  • CHEM 114L - General Analytical Chemistry Laboratory

    2 cr.


    A special laboratory course for those students who are advanced in chemistry. Semi-micro techniques of gravimetric and volumetric quantitative analysis. Admission will be on the basis of a placement exam and the professor’s permission. 

    Note: For students with majors in the Chemistry and Biology departments, this course will satisfy the requirements for the CHEM 112L-113L  laboratory courses.

  
  • CHEM 202 - (E) Global Change

    3 cr.
    Earth system sciences and global environmental change, examining the records of past changes in climate, land-mass distribution, and atmospheric and oceanic composition, evaluating fossils, tree ring data, and geological indicators.
  
  • CHEM 232 - (E) Organic Chemistry

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisites: CHEM 112-113 ; CHEM 232 is a prerequisite for CHEM 233 )

    An introduction to the chemistry of the principal aliphatic and aromatic compounds of carbon and their derivatives. Three hours lecture each semester.

  
  • CHEM 232L - Organic Chemistry Laboratory

    1.5 cr.


    (Lecture is required as pre- or co-requisite; CHEM 113L or CHEM 114L  is a prerequisite for CHEM 232L; CHEM 232L is prerequisite for CHEM 233L )

    Investigation of the chemical preparations and syntheses of major organic functional groups. Three hours laboratory each semester.

  
  • CHEM 233 - (E) Organic Chemistry

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisites: CHEM 112-113 ; CHEM 232  is a prerequisite for CHEM 233)

    An introduction to the chemistry of the principal aliphatic and aromatic compounds of carbon and their derivatives. Three hours lecture each semester.

  
  • CHEM 233L - Organic Chemistry Laboratory

    1.5 cr.


    (Lecture is required as pre- or co-requisite; CHEM 232L  is prerequisite for CHEM 233L)

    Investigation of the chemical preparations and syntheses of major organic functional groups. Three hours laboratory each semester.

  
  • CHEM 240 - Inorganic Chemistry

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisite: CHEM 113 )

    Descriptive chemistry of main group and selected transition elements and their compounds correlated with the periodic table, physical properties, atomic and molecular structure.

  
  • CHEM 320 - Industrial Chemistry

    3 cr.
    A review of chemical operations and unit or batch processes common to industry. Econometric analysis involving supply-demand, productivity, commodity prices and costing is an important area covered, as are measures of productivity and patent activity. Three hours lecture.
  
  • CHEM 330 - Organic Chemistry III

    2 cr.


    (Prerequisites: CHEM 232 - CHEM 233 )

    A continuation of CHEM 232  and CHEM 233 , emphasizing the study of the major types of organic mechanisms. Two hours lecture.

  
  • CHEM 330L - Organic Chemistry III

    1.5-3 cr.


    (Lecture is required as pre- or co-requisite; CHEM 233L  is a prerequisite)

    Experiments involve advanced techniques in synthesis and characterization of organic compounds. Six hours laboratory for Chemistry majors and three hours laboratory for Biochemistry majors.

  
  • CHEM 340 - Environmental Chemistry

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisites: CHEM 232 - CHEM 233 )

    A study of chemicals in the environment including their origin, transport, reactions, and toxicity in soil, water, air and living systems.

  
  • CHEM 342 - Environmental Toxicology

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisites: CHEM 232 -CHEM 233 , BIOL 141 -BIOL 142 )

    This course will encompass several realms of environmental toxicology, including general toxicological theory, effects of contaminants on various biological systems, and discussion of environmental toxicological issues (i.e., specific case studies as well as the types of analyses used in these types of studies).

  
  • CHEM 344 - Environmental Geochemistry

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisites: CHEM 232 -CHEM 233 

    Consideration of natural cycles (carbon, sulfur, oxygen, water, etc.) that govern the chemistry of our planet. The origins of the elements, paleohistory, and composition of the planet. Effects of man’s activities with attention to their effects on the state of the oceans and the atmosphere.

  
  • CHEM 350 - General Biochemistry I

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisite: CHEM 233 )

    An introduction to the study of biochemistry. A study of the chemical nature of lipids, carbohydrates, proteins, nucleic acids and enzymes, including relationships among vitamins, hormones, and inorganic compounds.  Three hours lecture. Successful completion of CHEM 350 precludes credit for CHEM 450 .

  
  • CHEM 351 - General Biochemistry II

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisite: CHEM 350 )

    An introduction to the study of the metabolism of carbohydrates, lipids, amino acids, and proteins, including energy transformations and the role of enzyme systems in the above processes.

    Successful completion of CHEM 351 precludes credit for CHEM 451 . Three hours lecture.

  
  • CHEM 360 - Biophysical Chemistry I

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisites: CHEM 232 -CHEM 233  and CHEM 232L -CHEM 233L )

    An introduction to the application of physical-chemical principles to biological problems. This involves aqueous solutions, colloidal chemistry, thermodynamics, electro-chemistry, chemical kinetics and nuclear chemistry. Three hours lecture.

  
  • CHEM 360L - Biophysical Chemistry Laboratory

    1.5 cr.


    (Lecture is required as pre- or co requisite; CHEM 360L is prerequisite for CHEM 361L )

    Experiments involve applications of physical-chemical techniques to biological problems. Three hours laboratory each semester.

  
  • CHEM 361 - Biophysical Chemistry II

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisite CHEM 360 )

    A continuation of Biophysical Chemistry I involving a study of atomic and molecular structure, spectroscopy, photo-chemistry, and surface chemistry with applications to biological and biochemical phenomena. Three hours lecture.

  
  • CHEM 361L - Biophysical Chemistry Laboratory

    1.5 cr.


    (Lecture is required as pre- or co requisite; CHEM 360L  is prerequisite for CHEM 361L)

    Experiments involve applications of physical-chemical techniques to biological problems. Three hours laboratory each semester.

  
  • CHEM 362 - Physical Chemistry I

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisites: CHEM 113 , MATH 222 )

    A study of the physical-chemical properties of matter and the dynamics of chemical reactions. Three hours lecture each semester.

  
  • CHEM 362L - (EPW) Physical Chemistry Laboratory

    1.5 cr.


    Lecture is pre- or co-requisite; CHEM 362L is prerequisite for CHEM 363L )

    Experiments demonstrate physical-chemical properties of matter and reactions. Three hours laboratory each semester.

  
  • CHEM 363 - Physical Chemistry II

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisites: CHEM 113 , MATH 222 )

    A study of the physical-chemical properties of matter and the dynamics of chemical reactions. Three hours lecture each semester.

  
  • CHEM 363L - (EPW) Physical Chemistry Laboratory

    1.5 cr.


    (Lecture is pre- or co-requisite; CHEM 362L  is prerequisite for CHEM 363L)

    Experiments demonstrate physical-chemical properties of matter and reactions. Three hours laboratory each semester.

  
  • CHEM 370 - Instrumental Analysis

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisite: CHEM 360  or CHEM 362 )

    Instrumental methods of analysis consisting of theory and application of such instrumental techniques as spectroscopy, polarography, and instrumental titrimetry. Two hours lecture.

  
  • CHEM 370L - Instrumental Analysis Laboratory

    3 cr.


    (Lecture is required as pre- or co-requisite)

    Experiments involve application of modern chemical instrumentation and techniques to quantitative analysis. Six hours laboratory.

  
  • CHEM 384 - Special Topics in Chemistry

    2-4 cr.
    Study of selected topics in chemistry and biochemistry, depending on student and faculty interest and the current state of the science.  It may include topics from inorganic chemistry, organic chemistry, physical chemistry, analytical chemistry, polymer chemistry and interdisciplinary topics.
  
  • CHEM 390 - (EPW) Chemical Literature and Writing

    1 cr.
    A study of the published source material of chemical science and industry.  The course includes practical instruction in library technique and in the written reporting of results. One hour lecture.
  
  • CHEM 391 - Seminar

    1 cr.
    Current topics in chemistry, biochemistry, and industrial chemistry are prepared and presented by the students.
  
  • CHEM 440 - Advanced Inorganic Chemistry

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisites: CHEM 362 -CHEM 363  or CHEM 360 -CHEM 361 )

    Theoretical concepts and their application to the reactions and structure of inorganic compounds.  Coordination chemistry and related topics, physical methods and reaction mechanisms. Three hours lecture.

  
  • CHEM 440L - Advanced Inorganic Chemistry Laboratory

    1.5 cr.


    (Lecture is required as pre- or co-requisite) 

    Laboratory methods involving synthesis and characterization of inorganic compounds are developed. Three hours laboratory.

  
  • CHEM 450 - Biochemistry I

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisites: CHEM 233 )

    Structure-function relationships with emphasis on the organic and biophysical characteristics of proteins, lipids and carbohydrates are described.  Enzyme mechanisms and kinetics and the thermodynamic basis of intermediary metabolism are major themes.  Three hours lecture. CHEM 450L  is required of Biochemistry majors.  Successful completion of CHEM 450 precludes credit for CHEM 350 .

  
  • CHEM 450L - (EPW) Biochemistry Laboratory

    1.5 cr.
    (Lecture is required as pre- or co-requisite)

    Experiments involve techniques used in characterization of biopolymers and study of enzyme kinetics.
  
  • CHEM 451 - Biochemistry II

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisite: CHEM 450 )

    The discussion of intermediary metabolism is continued from CHEM 450 with emphasis on lipid protein and nucleic acid metabolism.  Chemical aspects of molecular biology, including DNA replication, gene regulation and protein biosynthesis are included.  Three hours lecture.  Successful completion of CHEM 451 precludes credit for CHEM 351 .

  
  • CHEM 452 - Enzymology

    3 cr.
    A course in the chemical nature of enzymes with relation to mechanism of enzyme action and kinetics, purification and identification of enzymes and isoenzymes, biochemical and physiological aspects of enzymes in living systems. Three hours lecture.
  
  • CHEM 455 - Chemical Toxicology

    3 cr.


    (Formerly CHEM 352)  (Prerequisite: CHEM 350  or CHEM 450  for the first semester and CHEM 351  or CHEM 451  as prerequisite or co-requisite for the second semester)

    The nature, mode of action and methods of counteracting substances which have an adverse effect on biological systems, especially human. Medical, industrial and environmental forensic aspects will be discussed. Three hours lecture.

  
  • CHEM 460 - Physical Chemistry III

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisite: CHEM 363 )

    Quantum mechanics and quantum chemistry, including classical problems, perturbational theory, variational theory and specific applications of molecular orbital theory to organic molecules and spectroscopic applications.

  
  • CHEM 464 - Polymer Chemistry

    3 cr.


    (Co-requisites: CHEM 330 , CHEM 361  or CHEM 363 )

    Survey of preparative methods for polymers; characterization of polymers using physico-chemical methods, spectroscopy, and thermal analysis; structure-property relationships; and applications of polymers. Three hours lecture.

  
  • CHEM 464L - Polymer Chemistry Laboratory

    1.5 cr.


    (Pre- or co-requisites: CHEM 330 , CHEM 464 )

    Laboratory experiments investigate synthesis and characterization methods for polymers, structure- property effects, and thermal analysis of polymers. Three hours laboratory.

  
  • CHEM 470 - Forensic Chemistry

    2 cr.


    (Prerequisite: CHEM 360  or CHEM 362 )

    Acquisition of forensic evidence through use of analytical techniques.  Statistical and multivariate analysis of data, and presentation of forensic evidence in a legal environment. Two hours lecture.

  
  • CHEM 470L - (EPW) Forensic Chemistry Laboratory

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisites: CHEM 360L  or CHEM 362L , CHEM 370 , CHEM 370L ; co-requisite: CHEM 470 )

    Acquisition of forensic evidence through use of analytical techniques.  Statistical and multivariate analysis of data, and presentation of forensic evidence in a legal environment. Four hours laboratory.

  
  • CHEM 490 - Advanced Topics in Biochemistry Capstone

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisites: CHEM 450 -CHEM 451  or permission of the instructor)

    The capstone course for students majoring in Biochemistry-Preprofessional Track.  Fundamentals of biochemistry are used to explore various themes in applied biochemistry.  Students are responsible for researching advanced topics and presenting lecture/discussions or case studies to the class.

  
  • CHEM 493 - Undergraduate Research

    1.5 cr.


    (Prerequisites: CHEM 233 , CHEM 360  or CHEM 362 , CHEM 390 )

    Individual study and research in connection with a specific chemistry or biochemistry problem.  Results must be written as a thesis and defended before the department. 1.5 credits each semester.

  
  • CHEM 494 - Undergraduate Research

    1.5 cr.


    (Prerequisites: CHEM 233 , CHEM 360  or CHEM 362 , CHEM 390 )

    Individual study and research in connection with a specific chemistry or biochemistry problem.  Results must be written as a thesis and defended before the department. 1.5 credits each semester.

  
  • CHS 111 - (S) Introduction to Human Adjustment

    3 cr.
    Introduction to human adjustment throughout the lifespan.  Focuses on discrimination of normal and abnormal behavioral and emotional responses to developmental life stages and to common developmental concerns.
  
  • CHS 112 - Human Services Systems

    3 cr.
    Examines the human-services systems and institutions which have evolved as a response to human need.  Explores both the effect of social problems on individuals and families and the service systems designed to alleviate such problems.  Includes community based learning component.
  
  • CHS 241 - (D) Case Management and Interviewing

    3 cr.
    The role of the human-services professional as a case manager or coordinator of services is examined. Initial interviewing skills and techniques are discussed with an emphasis on case conceptualization, problem identification, goal selection, evaluation, and follow-up. Includes community based learning component.
  
  • CHS 242 - Counseling Theories

    3 cr.
    The role of the human-services professional as an individual counselor or caseworker is examined. Theories and techniques as well as problems in individual counseling are explored.
  
  • CHS 284 - Special Topics

    3 cr.
    Courses developed to provide in-depth coverage of specific topics in human services.  Course title will be provided in advance of registration.  May be used only twice to satisfy major or minor elective requirement.
  
  • CHS 293 - (EPW) Research Methods in Counseling and Human Services

    3 cr.
    An introduction to research methodology as applied to problems in human-services agencies and settings.  Specific topics include descriptive, experimental, and quasi-experimental research methods.  Emphasis is placed on development of the student’s ability to be a critical consumer of research in human services.
  
  • CHS 322 - Cognitive Disabilities

    3 cr.
    Etiology, assessment, diagnosis, treatment and prevention of cognitive disabilities are presented.  This course examines both student and societal beliefs concerning persons with cognitive disabilities.  The implications of living with cognitive disabilities will be explored and the impact of disability culture as a means to facilitate the empowerment of children and adults with cognitive disabilities will be presented.
  
  • CHS 323 - Psychiatric Rehabilitation

    3 cr.
    Examination of the problems associated with mental and emotional disturbances are presented.  Emphasis is placed on contemporary modalities of rehabilitation as they relate to community mental-health programs, and innovative non-medical treatment approaches.  Critical issues in mental health will be discussed.
  
  • CHS 325 - Psychosocial Aspects of Disordered Eating

    3 cr.
    Designed to introduce students to the clinical descriptions of disordered eating and eating disorders along with knowledge of their complex nature.  This course will explore: biopsychosocial factors, medical and psychosocial consequences, and possible treatment modalities including prevention.
  
  • CHS 327 - Introduction to Professional School Counseling

    3 cr.
    This course introduces undergraduate students to the school counseling profession, a master’s degree-level counseling specialization.  An overview of the roles and responsibilities of Professional School Counselors, an introduction to the American School Counselor Association (ASCA) National Model®, and exposure to contemporary issues within the profession will be presented.
  
  • CHS 328 - CHS in P-12 Schools

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisites: Junior or Senior Standing)

    This course introduces students to the roles and responsibilities of various counseling and human services professionals in P-12 schools. Students will develop an understanding of the varied support systems that exist within schools and will learn important skills to maximize collaboration and optimize the learning environment for all students.

  
  • CHS 330 - Introduction to Art Therapy

    3 cr.
    Provides a broad overview of the field of art therapy.  The work of art therapists will be discussed along with the history, theory, practice, populations and applications of the field.  The course will be presented through lectures, readings and hand-on experiential work.
  
  • CHS 331 - Health and Behavior

    3 cr.
    Focuses on stress which affects thoughts, emotions, and the body.  Stress diseases of adaption include cancer, Type A Behavior, GI tract disorders along with stress-related thought disorders and emotional disturbances.  Students learn to apply relaxation, cognitive restructuring and record-keeping in the treatment of their own as well as others’ health.
  
  • CHS 333 - (D) Multiculturalism in Counseling and Human Services

    3 cr.
    Focuses on current social and cultural issues in human services and related fields.  Human development in a multicultural and diverse society will be examined and the basic objectives and dimensions of multicultural intervention will be defined.  Student self-awareness of values, attitudes, and beliefs will be emphasized. Includes community based learning component.
  
  • CHS 334 - Marital and Family Counseling

    3 cr.
    Theories of family counseling will be presented with specific attention to the structural and strategic approaches.  A variety of family counseling techniques and stages will be learned through the use of role play and videotaping. The utilization of family counseling will be discussed.  
  
  • CHS 335 - Administration in Human Services

    3 cr.
    Focuses on the development of skills and knowledge related to program and organizational development, and community-wide planning in human services.  Topics include organizational theory applied to human-services settings, consultation, supervision, planning, funding and training.
  
  • CHS 337 - (D) Counseling Girls and Women

    3 cr.
    This course is designed to explore the topic of counseling girls and women in a sociocultural, historical, and multicultural context.  Through the examination of the history of women (e.g., social construction of gender, identity) from a self-in-relation foundation, and feminist counseling and its role in de-pathologizing the importance of relationships to girls and women will be explored.
  
  • CHS 338 - Poverty, Homelessness and Social Justice

    3 cr.
    Focuses on developing and understanding of the social, historical and political dimensions of poverty and homelessness in the U.S. and explores the implications for distributive justice.   Students assess the effectiveness of the social policies and programs created to combat poverty and homelessness, and participate in course-required service learning and social action projects.
  
  • CHS 339 - Counseling Boys and Men

    3 cr.


    (Prerequisites: CHS 111 , CHS 241 )

    Focuses on the development of boys and men and the social construction of masculinity within social and historical perspectives.  The impact of culture on development and the needs of boys and men that result receive special attention.  The role of the counselor in working with boys and men will be explored.

  
  • CHS 340 - Career Seminar

    1 cr.


    (Majors only; Prerequisite for CHS 380 )

    Designed to introduce the student in the Counseling and Human Services curriculum to counseling, human development and human-services occupations.  Short- and long-term goals are examined in preparation for internship, employment or further study.

  
  • CHS 341 - Group Dynamics

    3 cr.
    A basic understanding of group dynamics and individual behavior in groups is presented. Methods of developing and organizing group programs are stressed.  Students participate in a group experience. Includes community based learning component.
  
  • CHS 342 - Foundations of Rehabilitation

    3 cr.
    Students will develop sensitivity, appreciation and understanding of what it means to have a disability.  Topics covered will include federal, state and community mandates, independent-living concepts, and the basic principles of rehabilitation.   A comprehensive review of the variety of rehabilitation programs is provided.   Ethical decision-making will be integrated into the course and students will learn to practice with cultural sensitivity.   Site visits to rehabilitation agencies and applied experiences will be conducted.
 

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