Mar 29, 2024  
2016-2017 Undergraduate Bulletin 
    
2016-2017 Undergraduate Bulletin [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

12. Courses


 
  
  • ACC 211 - Principles of Accounting I

    Credits: 3

    Fundamental principles of accounting as they apply to modern business practices, including theory of debits and credits, special journals, general and subsidiary ledgers, accrued and deferred items, valuation accounts, financial reports; sole proprietorships of service and merchandising nature.

  
  • ACC 212 - Principles of Accounting II

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: ACC 211  

    A continuation of ACC 211  with emphasis on partnerships and corporations, using external accounting information, and management accounting and internal decision making.

  
  • ACC 310 - Intermediate Accounting I

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: ACC 212  

    Cash and receivables, inventories, tangible operating assets, intangibles, investments, liabilities, reserves and valuation accounts, net income determination, and financial statements emphasized.

  
  • ACC 311 - Intermediate Accounting II

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: ACC 310  

    Investments, liabilities, revenue recognition, stockholders’ equity, accounting changes and error analysis, the statement of cash flow and financial statement analysis. Continuation of ACC 310 .

  
  • ACC 312 - Tax Accounting I

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: ACC 212  

    Analysis of federal income tax legislation concerning individuals. Computer software is used for application.

  
  • ACC 315 - Cost Accounting I

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: ACC 212  

    Elements of production in a manufacturing type of business, including materials, labor, and overhead as they apply to the job cost system, the process cost system and the standard cost system.

  
  • ACC 316 - Cost Accounting II

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: ACC 315  

    Fundamental techniques of cost developed and the scope of applicability broadened. Standard costs comprehensively treated with emphasis on cost control and product costing. Continuation of ACC 315 .

  
  • ACC 399 - Special Topics in Accounting

    Credits: 3

    A variable content course in which students pursue topics or subjects of current interest in the field of Accounting that are not part of the regular curriculum. The specific topic is announced when the course is offered. May be repeated with change in content.

    Note: May be repeated with change in content.

  
  • ACC 400 - Internship in Accounting

    Credits: 1-3

    Prerequisite: Advanced standing, 2.5 GPA overall and in major.

    A practical, structured program of work experience in the field of Accounting with a participating employer of the student intern’s choice. The student intern must be employed a minimum of 40 to 120 hours depending on the internship (40 hours = 1 credit). The student intern must be supervised by the employer and a faculty member. The student intern must complete a research paper on a subject that will benefit the employer, a personal journal, and the supervisor’s evaluation must be submitted prior to the end of the semester in order for the student to gain credit for this course.

    Also Listed as: BU 400  
    Note: May be repeated for a maximum total of 6 hours. Open to Business Administration majors with a concentration in Accounting only. Internship may be taken twice for a total of 6 hours.

  
  • ACC 405 - Government and Nonprofit Accounting

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: ACC 212  

    Emphasizes the proper accounting for nonprofit entities which include governmental units, schools and universities, hospitals, and health and welfare organizations. The use of funds, budgetary controls, encumbrances, modified accrual accounting, financial reporting, and other special areas unique to governmental and nonprofit accounting are covered.

  
  • ACC 406 - Accounting Information Systems

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: ACC 310  

    Basic issues of how accounting information systems perform generally recognized financial and managerial accounting functions. Includes some fundamental principles of computer science and systems development.

  
  • ACC 407 - Advanced Accounting I

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: ACC 311  

    Theory and problems in partnership formation, operation and dissolution; accounting for pensions and leases; accounting for government units; and introduction to consolidation accounting.

  
  • ACC 408 - Advanced Accounting II

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: ACC 407  

    Theory and problems relating to consolidations and mergers. Introduction to parent-subsidiary relationships, intercompany transactions, interim financial reporting and more complex issues of consolidated financial statements.

  
  • ACC 412 - Auditing

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: ACC 406  

    Theory and application of general principles of auditing; development of analytical knowledge necessary to perform a critical examination of the balance sheet and closely related income statement accounts; completion of detailed audit problems and/or cases.

  
  • ACC 464 - Tax Accounting II

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: ACC 312  

    Analysis of tax legislation concerning partnerships, corporations, and estates. Includes preparation of corporate and partnership tax returns, tax planning, use of tax services, sources of the tax laws, and research in taxation.

  
  • ACC 465 - Managerial Accounting

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: ACC 212  and all lower level requirements completed

    A study of accounting as an aid to management decisions, the use of accounting techniques, reports, analysis and interpretations for decision-making, and an introduction to the systems concept of management and accounting.

    Note: Accounting majors cannot take this course to satisfy the accounting elective requirement.

  
  • ACC 499 - Independent Projects in Accounting

    Credits: 1-3

    Prerequisite: Senior Standing and Permission of the Instructor and Department Chair

    Independent project for an advanced of special-interest Accounting topic conducted under the direct supervision of a faculty member.

    Note: May be repeated with a change in content.

  
  • ART 100 - Seminar: Fundamentals to Success

    Credits: 1 hour

    A one semester-hour seminar to engage students who are new to the Department of Art and Design and prepare them to succeed to their potential in their chosen art program. Additionally, students will be trained to think deeply and develop curiosity about their chosen field.

  
  • ART 102 - Art Appreciation

    Credits: 3

    An introduction to visual art surveying the meanings, purposes, styles, elements, and principles of art, along with the history of art and the various media used to create works of art.

    Note: This course is for non-art majors only.

  
  • ART 103 - Design I

    Credits: 3

    6 hours per week

    An introductory studio experience exploring the principles of two-dimensional design and color theory.

  
  • ART 104 - Design II

    Credits: 3

    6 hours per week

    An introductory studio experience exploring the principles of three-dimensional design and the organization of space.

  
  • ART 105 - Drawing I

    Credits: 3

    6 hours per week

    An introductory studio experience designed to explore the fundamentals of drawing and drawing-related media. Emphasis will be placed on drawing from observation focusing on accurately describing form in space.  Concepts covered will include gesture, contour, perspective, and value contrast.

  
  • ART 106 - Drawing II

    Credits: 3

    6 hours per week

    Prerequisite: ART 105  

    A continuation of the principles and fundamentals covered in Drawing I.  Emphasis will be placed on drawing from observation, using color in a realistic and expressive way as well as thinking creatively and independently via conceptual assignments.  Greater effort and attention towards the creation of dynamic works within the drawing medium will be expected.

  
  • ART 195 - Computers in Art

    Credits: 3

    6 hours per week

    This course is an introduction to electronic page composition, illustration and image editing techniques..

    Note: Computer lab access is required.

  
  • ART 200 - Foundation Portfolio Review

    Credits: 0

    Prerequisite: ART 103 , ART 104 , ART 105 , ART 106 , ART 195  

    All PRE designated art students are required to submit a portfolio of work from foundation art courses to be reviewed by the art faculty. Potential for success, evaluation of fundamental skills, and an opportunity for self-assessment are factors in the review process. Students are graded Pass/Fail. A student that fails the Review is allowed one additional attempt to pass the Review. Failure to pass the Portfolio Review will render the student ineligible to seek the BFA degree.

  
  • ART 205 - Figure Drawing I

    Credits: 3

    6 hours per week

    Prerequisite: ART 105  

    A studio course where the student draws from a life-model every class session developing a beginning level portfolio.  Students are expected to achieve competency in describing the space, form, and anatomy of the figure.  A sketchbook must be maintained; outside work includes anatomical studies and the study of master-drawings.

  
  • ART 206 - Drawing III

    Credits: 3

    6 hours per week

    Prerequisite: ART 106  

    An advanced level course that encourages a more personalized development in drawing techniques and modes of individual expression.

  
  • ART 211 - Art History Survey I

    Credits: 3

    A survey covering art and architecture from the prehistoric period to the end of the Middle Ages. Emphasis is on art of the Western world, but non-Western art is included as well.

  
  • ART 212 - Art History Survey II

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: Students are strongly encouraged to take ART 211  first

    A survey covering the history of art and architecture from the Renaissance to today. Emphasis is on art of the Western world, but non-Western art is included as well.

  
  • ART 220 - Photography I

    Credits: 3

    6 hours per week

    Prerequisite: ART 103  or permission of the Department Chair of Art and Design

    An introductory course designed to explore the fundamentals of photographic seeing and the basic uses of analog photographic materials and processes. This course is appropriate for students with no prior photographic experience - with content examining basic camera skills, image exposure control, film processing and photographic printing practices within the darkroom environment.

    Note: Manual 35mm camera is needed for class.

  
  • ART 230 - Ceramics I

    Credits: 3

    6 hours per week

    A comprehensive studio experience where students design, create, and fire three-dimensional ceramic forms.  Construction methods include pinch, coil, slab, and press mold.  The pottery wheel is introduced.  Students participate in all firing, including pit, raku, electric, and gas reduction.  Ceramic history and contemporary trends are discussed, as well as basic clay and glaze formulation.

  
  • ART 235 - Metal Arts I

    Credits: 3

    6 hours per week

    Prerequisite: ART 104 , ART 106 , or permission of the Department Chair of Art and Design

    Principles and practice in metal crafts and jewelry including enameling. Assigned reading, illustrated lectures, and demonstrations.

  
  • ART 236 - Fiber Arts I

    Credits: 3

    6 hours per week

    An introductory studio experience exploring the fiber arts/weaving media utilizing two- and three-dimensional compositions.

  
  • ART 240 - Introduction to Art Education

    Credits: 3

    An introductory course on contemporary issues of art education. Terms, concepts, and theories concerning designing inclusion art lessons, teaching art with a multicultural approach, ensuring sustainability in terms of use of non-toxic materials, and collaborating with resources at the community level such as art centers and art museums are addressed.

  
  • ART 260 - Illustration I

    Credits: 3

    6 hours per week

    Prerequisite: ART 104 , ART 106  

    Black and white illustration techniques found in magazines, books and advertising will be emphasized.

  
  • ART 261 - Typography

    Credits: 3

    6 hours per week

    Prerequisite: ART 104 , ART 106 , ART 195  

    This course explores the history, anatomy and role of typography in visual communication.

    Note: Students will have access to computers during the class and designated open lab hours.

  
  • ART 262 - Graphic Design I

    Credits: 3

    6 hours per week

    Prerequisite: ART 104 , ART 106 , ART 195  

    This course is an introduction to the elements and principles of visual communication.

    Note: Students will have access to computers during class and designated open lab hours.

  
  • ART 270 - Watercolor Painting I

    Credits: 3

    6 hours per week

    Prerequisite: ART 103 , ART 105  

    Problems in a wide variety of transparent watercolor techniques.

  
  • ART 277 - Oil Painting I

    Credits: 3

    6 hours per week

    Prerequisite: ART 104 , ART 106  

    An introduction to oil painting techniques and styles. Problems in color and experimentation with impasto and glazing.

  
  • ART 280 - Printmaking: Screenprinting I

    Credits: 3

    6 hours per week

    Prerequisite: ART 104 , ART 106  

    An introductory course that explores the fundamental materials, processes, and history of the screenprint medium. This course examines a range of stencil making applications, control/mixing of color inks, and proper print registration/craft within print lab environment.

  
  • ART 281 - Printmaking: Intaglio I

    Credits: 3

    6 hours per week

    Prerequisite: ART 104 , ART 106  

    Intaglio One is an introductory course that explores the history, fundamental materials, and processes of the intaglio medium. This course will primarily examine the non-toxic approach of intaglio-type processes.

  
  • ART 282 - Printmaking: Relief I

    Credits: 3

    6 hours per week

    Prerequisite: ART 104 , ART 106  

    An introductory course that explores the fundamental materials, processes, and history of the relief medium. This course examines a range of matrix making applications, control/mixing of inks, proper print registration/craft and creation of multi-color images within the print lab environment.

  
  • ART 283 - Printmaking: Lithography I

    Credits: 3

    6 hours per week

    Prerequisite: ART 104 , ART 106  

    An introductory studio experience exploring the techniques of the lithography print media to produce a professional edition of work.

  
  • ART 300 - Seminar: Process to Synthesis

    Credits: 2 Hours

    Prerequisite: ART 277 , ART 320 , ART 330 , ART 362 , ART 370 , or ART 389  

    A two-semester hour junior seminar class to challenge studio art majors to synthesize their past work and develop a coherent and unified body of art work for their senior year.  Additionally, students will be exposed to contemporary art and contemporary writing about art.

  
  • ART 305 - Figure Drawing II

    Credits: 3

    6 hours per week

    Prerequisite: ART 205  

    A studio course where the student draws from a life-model most class sessions developing a portfolio.  Figure II students are expected to push themselves beyond competency in describing the space, form, and anatomy of the figure:  exploring specific media other than standard drawing tools (determined through consultation with instructor), and learning to be more specific in their use of anatomy.  The Figure II student also has to complete an anatomy lecture, more challenging out of class homework, and more independent work.

  
  • ART 310 - Nineteenth-Century European Art History

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: Students are strongly advised to take ART 211  and ART 212  first

    This course is a survey course covering nineteenth-century European art.

  
  • ART 313 - Modern and Contemporary Art History

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: Students are strongly advised to take ART 211  and ART 212  first

    A survey course covering twentieth-century Western art, beginning with a foundation in art of the late nineteenth century and ending with contemporary art.

  
  • ART 315 - Women Artists in History

    Credits: 3

    A survey of women artists and their contributions to the history of art, with special emphasis given to gender politics affecting their development as artists.

    Also Listed as: WS 315  
    Note: Courses with a WS prefix cannot be used toward an area of concentration or a secondary certification area. Students wanting to use this course toward their certification area must enroll in the ART section of this course.

  
  • ART 316 - American Art

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: Students are strongly advised to take ART 211  and ART 212  first

    A survey of American art from Colonial times to the present.

  
  • ART 320 - Photography II

    Credits: 3

    6 hours per week

    Prerequisite: ART 220  

    An intermediate course built upon the foundation of photographic seeing and the advanced uses of analog photographic materials and processes. The primary focus of this course is the development of a personal photographic vision through the utilization of photographic aesthetics and employment of an improved sense of technical craft. Content will examine small and medium format cameras, advanced image making techniques, and basic studio lighting techniques.

  
  • ART 321 - Digital Photography

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: ART 195 , ART 220  

    A beginning level explanation of digital media in relation to the creation of fine art photographs. Emphasis will be on image capture, editing via graphic programs and creation of conceptual works of art.

    Note: A digital camera must be purchased for use in the course.

  
  • ART 330 - Ceramics II

    Credits: 3

    6 hours per week

    Prerequisite: ART 230  

    A comprehensive studio experience where students conceive and design functional and/or sculptural ceramic forms.  The potter’s wheel is the emphasized construction method.  Students participate in loading and firing of all kilns.  Historic and contemporary movements in studio ceramics are discussed as well as ceramic technology.  Students formulate and test high fire glazes.

  
  • ART 335 - Metal Arts II

    Credits: 3

    6 hours per week

    Prerequisite: ART 235  

    An advanced studio experience that explores advanced techniques in jewelry making and metal fabrication. Enameling, acid etching, stone setting, and advanced waxing will be explored in this hands-on course. Approximately 6-10 projects will be executed after research and design development. Students repeating this course are expected to build on previous knowledge and expertise. For those students, the methods of working and the number and complexity of the jewelry and metal artworks produced are determined through consultation with the instructor (based on the student’s current skill level).

    Note: Can be repeated for a maximum of 12 hours.

  
  • ART 336 - Fiber Arts II

    Credits: 3

    6 hours per week

    Prerequisite: ART 236  

    A continued study of the fiber arts/weaving media with emphasis on the complexity of imagery and skill of technique.

  
  • ART 338 - Sculpture

    Credits: 3

    6 hours per week

    Prerequisite: ART 103 , ART 104 , ART 230  

    A studio course in applied principles and practices in sculpture and constructive design including experiences in additive, assemblage, modeling, casting, and subtractive processes with a variety of materials.

  
  • ART 340 - Art Education: Materials and Methods in Teaching Art

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: ART 240  

    The objective of this course is for pre-service art teachers to learn how to teach visual art, including the teaching of studio art and design at the elementary and secondary levels. The exploration of the properties, structures, and expressive uses of selected art materials is emphasized. Techniques in various art media and stages of artistic development are studied in relation to different developmental stages. Teacher candidates will spend a minimum of 10 observation hours in a K-12 classroom assisting the cooperating teacher in working with individual students, preparing materials and/or visuals, and designing at least one written lesson.

  
  • ART 360 - Illustration II

    Credits: 3

    6 hours per week

    Prerequisite: ART 260  

    Advanced illustration techniques, including the use of color.

  
  • ART 361 - History of Graphic Design

    Credits: 3



    Prerequisite: Students are strongly advised to take ART 212  first.

     


    This course surveys the history of graphic design from the beginnings of visual communication forms to the development of modern and contemporary typography, visual identity systems, photography, and advertising.

  
  • ART 362 - Graphic Design II

    Credits: 3

    6 hours per week

    Prerequisite: ART 262  

    This course explores advanced topics within the graphic design profession, methods of print reproduction and digital applications.

    Note: Students will have access to computers during class and designated open lab hours.

  
  • ART 370 - Watercolor Painting II

    Credits: 3

    6 hours per week

    Prerequisite: ART 270  

    An advanced studio experience designed to further explore watercolor media.

  
  • ART 375 - Acrylic Painting

    Credits: 3

    6 hrs per week

    Prerequisite: ART 104 , ART 106 , ART 260 , ART 270 , ART 277  

    Painting with acrylics and various media and on various surfaces, with an emphasis on color theory.

  
  • ART 379 - Painting II

    Credits: 3

    6 hours per week

    Prerequisite: ART 277  

    A studio course where the student extends her/his study of oil in a more personal and singular direction. Different handling of media will be selected with the advice of the instructor. A portfolio of work will be completed, with number, scale, complexity and color manipulation to be worked out individually. The student may be requested to leave one example for the University’s permanent collection.

  
  • ART 389 - Printmaking II

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: ART 280 , ART 281 , ART 282 , or ART 283  

    Printmaking II is an intermediate course built upon the foundation of print aesthetics, processes, and uses of materials. The primary focus of this course is the development of a personal vision through the utilization of print aesthetics and employment of an improved sense of technical craft.

  
  • ART 395 - Web Design

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: ART 261  Typography or permission of the Art and Design Department Chair

    This course introduces students to the aesthetic principles, front-end development techniques, and theory of web design. Through lectures, in-class workshops, and course work, students will learn how to design webpage prototypes and develop static websites. In addition to designing and developing websites, students will learn how to set up a domain/hosting space and upload a website to a remote server.

  
  • ART 399 - Special Topics in Art and Design

    Credits: 1-3

    Prerequisite: Permission of the Department Chair of Art and Design

    Special topics related to the fields of studio art, art education, graphic design, or art history.

    Note: May be repeated for a maximum of six hours.

  
  • ART 405 - Advanced Figure Drawing

    Credits: 3

    6 hours per week

    Prerequisite: ART 305  

    A studio course where the student draws from a life-model most class sessions developing a portfolio.  Advanced students are expected to push themselves beyond competency in describing the space, form, and anatomy of the figure:  exploring specific media other than standard drawing tools (determined through consultation with instructor), learning to be more specific in their use of anatomy, and aiming for the development of a personal hand and aesthetic.  The advanced student also has to complete an advanced anatomy lecture, more intensive out-of-class homeworks, and more independent work.  Students repeating this course are expected to build on previous knowledge and expertise. 

    Note: Can be repeated for a maximum of 12 hours.

  
  • ART 420 - Advanced Photography

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: ART 320  and/or ART 321  

    Advanced photography is a repeatable course designed to further develop and refine techniques necessary to foster photographic communication.  Mastery of past and current technologies and a clear understanding of historical and contemporary issues within the medium will be applied to the production and interpretation of student’s photographs. The primary focus of this course is the ongoing development of a highly personal photographic vision that best describes the student’s interests, attention to craft and unique vision.

    Note: Can be repeated for a maximum of 12 hours.

  
  • ART 421 - Advanced Digital Photography

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: ART 321  

    A continued exploration of digital media and techniques in relation to the creation of fine art photographs. Emphasis will be placed on the ongoing development of highly personal imagery.

  
  • ART 430 - Advanced Ceramics

    Credits: 3

    6 hours per week

    Prerequisite: ART 330  

    An advanced clay studio experience where students work on both assigned and individually set projects.  Emphasis on ceramic history, contemporary trends, ceramic technology and independent research are encouraged.  Students entering or repeating this course are expected to build on previous knowledge and interest.  Methods of working and the number or complexity of projects are determined through consultation with the instructor based on the students’ increasing skills.

    Note: Can be repeated for a maximum of 12 hours.

  
  • ART 436 - Advanced Fiber Arts

    Credits: 3

    6 hours per week

    Prerequisite: ART 336  

    An advanced studio experience designed to further explore the fiber art/weaving media. Students repeating this course are expected to build on previous knowledge and expertise. For those students, the methods of working and the number and complexity of the fiber artworks produced are determined through consultation with the instructor (based on the student’s current skill level).

    Note: Can be repeated for a maximum of 12 hours.

  
  • ART 452 - Internship

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: Admission to major, advanced standing

    Student-planned work experience related to their major area of study.

    Note: Can be repeated for a maximum of 12 hours at different locations.

  
  • ART 462 - Advanced Graphic Design

    Credits: 3



    6 hours per week

    Prerequisite: ART 362  

    This course continues to explore advanced problems and theory in visual communication. Students apply verbal and written communication skills to professional practices in graphic design, which include building a professional portfolio

    Note: Students will have access to computers during class and designated open lab hours.

    Can be repeated for a maximum of 12 hours.  Upon successful completion of the first course, repeating students are strongly encouraged to propose independent research that is germane to the course.


  
  • ART 479 - Advanced Painting

    Credits: 3

    6 hours per week

    Prerequisite: ART 379  or permission of the Department Chair of Art and Design

    Advanced problems in painting. Emphasis on direction and cohesion in body of work. Students repeating this course are expected to build on previous knowledge and expertise. For those students, the methods of working and the number and complexity of the paintings produced are determined through consultation with the instructor (based on the student’s current skill level).

    Note: Can be repeated for a maximum of 12 hours.

  
  • ART 489 - Advanced Printmaking

    Credits: 3

    6 hours per week

    Prerequisite: ART 389  Printmaking II

    Advanced Printmaking is an repeatable course designed to further develop and refine techniques necessary to foster personal communication.  Mastery of an individual area and a clear understanding of historical and contemporary issues within the printmaking medium will be applied to the production and interpretation of student’s prints. The primary focus of this course is the ongoing development of a highly personal print portfolio that best describes the student’s interests, attention to craft, and unique vision.

    Note: Can be repeated for a maximum of 12 hours.

  
  • ART 490A - Supervised Independent Project in Art – Graphic Design/Illustration

    Credits: 3

    An advanced studio experience designed to further explore the art media. Written project proposal required prior to enrollment.

    Note: Enrollment by permission of Department Chair of Art and Design.

  
  • ART 490B - Supervised Independent Project in Art – Studio Art

    Credits: 3

    An advanced studio experience designed to further explore the art media. Written project proposal required prior to enrollment.

    Note: Enrollment by permission of Department Chair of Art and Design.

  
  • ART 491 - Supervised Independent Research in Art

    Credits: 3

    In-depth research on a specific subject from art history or art criticism. A final research paper is required. Written research proposal required prior to enrollment.

    Note: Enrollment by permission of Department Chair of Art and Design.

  
  • ART 495 - Advanced Web Design

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: ART 395  

    This course continues to explore advanced problems and theory in digital media. Students apply research and develop user-centered design to digital applications across various platforms.

  
  • ART 499 - Concept-Exhibition:Senior Seminar

    Credits: 1

    Prerequisite: Senior standing and completion of ART 300  

    This course helps prepare students for their senior exhibition as well as helps prepare students for professional life in art after graduation.

  
  • AS 101 - Foundations of the United States Air Force I

    Credits: 2

    Lecture-Practicum 1-2

    Surveys Air Force’s role in contemporary world, with emphasis on strategic offensive and defensive forces. Includes military professionalism and officership and an assessment of oral and written communication skills.

    Fall semester
  
  • AS 102 - Foundations of the United States Air Force II

    Credits: 2

    Lecture-Practicum 1-2

    A continuation of AS 101  with emphasis on general purpose and support forces.

    Spring semester
  
  • AS 201 - The Evolution of USAF Air and Space Power I

    Credits: 2

    Lecture-Practicum 1-2

    Study of air power development and employment in support of national objectives and an examination of the evolution of air power concepts and doctrine. An assessment of oral communication skills, and continued emphasis on the development of oral and written communication skills.

    Fall semester
  
  • AS 202 - The Evolution of USAF Air and Space II

    Credits: 2

    Lecture-Practicum 1-2

    A continuation of AS 201  with emphasis on air power since WWII. An assessment of oral communication skills, and continued emphasis on the development of oral and written communication skills.

    Spring semester
  
  • AS 301 - Air Force Leadership Studies I

    Credits: 3

    Lecture-Practicum 3-2

    An integrated leadership course emphasizing leadership and management concepts and skills. Examines motivational and behavioral processes, leadership, communication, decision making, ethics, organizational power, and managerial strategy. Includes preparing and delivering various types of speeches and a study of effective writing in the preparation of Air Force correspondence.

    Fall semester
  
  • AS 302 - Air Force Leadership Studies II

    Credits: 3

    Lecture-Practicum 3-2

    A continuation of AS 301  wish emphasis on general purpose and support forces.

    Spring semester
  
  • AS 401 - National Security Affairs and Preparation for Active Duty I

    Credits: 3

    Lecture-Practicum 3-2

    Study of U.S. National Security Affairs. Examines formulation, organization, and implementation of national security. Includes military professionalism, officership, air and space doctrine, the military justice system, civil-military interaction, and Laws of War. Applications of oral communication skills and writing skills in typical military situations. Preparation for active duty provides essential information for new 2nd Lieutenants.

    Fall semester
  
  • AS 402 - National Security Affairs and Preparation for Active Duty II

    Credits: 3

    Lecture-Practicum 3-2

    A continuation of AS 401 .

    Spring semester
  
  • BQA 170 - Statistical Analysis for Business

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: MA 113   Prerequisite/Corequisite: MIS 160  

    This course is an introduction to business statistical analysis and interpretation with special attention towards business decision making.  Topics covered in this course include statistical decision-making and its applications within business disciplines such as but not limited to marketing, operations/production, economics, finance, and accounting with specific reference to probability, frequency distribution, random variables, sampling distributions, correlation, regression, central tendencies, standard deviation, and hypothesis testing.  Students will utilize an applications approach to these topics in order to discern which tool is appropriate and to apply the appropriate tool to the unique business decision making context.

  
  • BQA 345 - Advanced Statistical Analysis for Business

    Credits: 3

    Prerequisite: (With a grade of C or better): MA 113  or above and MA 123 ; prerequisite or concurrent enrollment in MIS 160 .

    An advanced course in business statistical methods that reviews hypothesis testing and estimation. Chi-square, analysis of variance, non-parametric concepts, index numbers and time series data, independent linear regression, and forecasting are also covered. Computer statistical packages will be used.

  
  • BQA 399 - Special Topics in Business Quantitative Analysis

    Credits: 3

    A variable content course in which students pursue topics or subjects of current interest in the field of Business Quantitative Analysis that are not part of the regular curriculum. The specific topic is announced when the course is offered.

    Note: May be repeated with change in content.

  
  • BQA 499 - Independent Projects in Business Quantitative Analysis

    Credits: 1-3

    Prerequisite: Senior Standing and Permission of the Instructor and Department Chair

    Independent project for an advanced or special-interest Business Quntitative Analysis topic conducted under the direct supervision of a faculty member.

    Note: May be repeated with a change in content.

  
  • BS 400 - Senior Seminar

    Credits: 2

    Seminar-Discussion

    Prerequisite: Senior Standing

    A seminar-style course with emphasis on three areas of the biological sciences: Cellular/Molecular, Genetics/Evolution, and Organismal/Environmental. Pertinent books and articles will be discussed which integrate the biological sciences at its different levels, with emphasis on broad-scale and critical thinking, general integrative themes, scientific method, history of science, and human connections.

  
  • BSB 101 - General Biology I

    Credits: 3

    Lecture

    An introductory course designed to provide an overview of the following topics in biology: the scientific method, evolution, classical genetics, molecular genetics and biochemistry, mutations and molecular evolution, and population genetics.

    Note:  BSB 101-General Biology I must be taken before BSB 102 -General Biology II.

  
  • BSB 101L - General Biology I Laboratory

    Credits: 1

    Prerequisite: BSB 101 , or concurrent enrollment in BSB 101  

    A laboratory course designed to complement lectures presented in BSB 101 .

  
  • BSB 102 - General Biology II

    Credits: 3

    Lecture

    Prerequisite: BSB 101  and BSB 101L  

    An introductory course designed to provide an overview of the following topics in biology: cell structure, phylogeny, physiology, and ecology.

  
  • BSB 102L - General Biology II Laboratory

    Credits: 1

    Prerequisite: BSB 101 , BSB 101L  and BSB 102 , or concurrent enrollment in BSB 102  

    A laboratory course designed to complement lectures presented in BSB 102 .

  
  • BSB 109 - Introductory Biology

    Credits: 4

    Lecture - Laboratory

    A brief survey of the fundamentals of biology aimed at increasing general scientific literacy. Topics include scientific inquiry and communication, molecular biology, human systems biology, human health issues, and environmental issues.

  
  • BSB 141 - Human Anatomy and Physiology I

    Credits: 4

    Lecture - Laboratory

    A study of human anatomy and human physiology including the scientific method, cell theory and cell structure, tissues, the integumentary system, the skeletomuscular system, and the respiratory system.

    Note: This course does not count toward the Biology major or the Biology with Teacher Certification major.

  
  • BSB 142 - Human Anatomy and Physiology II

    Credits: 4

    Lecture-Laboratory

    Prerequisite: BSB 141 .

    A continuation of the study of human anatomy and human physiology begun in BSB 141 . Topics will include the circulatory system, the excretory system, the digestive system and metabolism, the reproductive system, and the nervous system.

    Note: This course does not count toward the Biology major or the Biology with Teacher Certification major.

  
  • BSB 201 - Humans: Origins and Ecology

    Credits: 3

    An introductory course with emphasis on humans as a biological species, human evolution from early primates, and human ecology with considerations of populations, resource depletion, and waste production/pollution.

    Note: May be used by non-science majors as a laboratory science if taken concurrently with BSB 102L .

 

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