May 02, 2024  
Undergraduate Catalog 2022-2023 
    
Undergraduate Catalog 2022-2023 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Courses


 

Accounting

  
  • ACCT 2101 - Principles of Financial Accounting


    Credits: 3

    A study of the underlying theory and application of financial accounting concepts.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 1111 
  
  • ACCT 2102 - Principles of Managerial Accounting


    Credits: 3

    A study of the underlying theory and application of managerial accounting concepts.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 2101 
    Variable Credit No
    Note(s): None
  
  • ACCT 3111 - Intermediate Financial Accounting I


    Credits: 3

    An introduction to the accounting theory underlying financial statements. There is an emphasis on the study of accounting principles and ethics relating to the recording and presentation of cash, receivables, and the investment in productive resources such as inventories. Computer aided instruction will be utilized wherever applicable.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 2101  and ACCT 2102  with grade C or higher
  
  • ACCT 3112 - Intermediate Financial Accounting II


    Credits: 3

    A course that is a continuation of ACCT 3111 . The topics covered include property, plant, equipment, liabilities, contingencies, stockholders’ equity, dilutive securities, earnings per share, and investments. Computer assisted instruction will be utilized wherever applicable.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 3111 
  
  • ACCT 3113 - Federal Income Taxation of Individuals


    Credits: 3

    An analysis of the federal income tax law and its application to individuals. The course includes extensive practical problems, including the preparation of returns. Computer assisted instruction will be utilized.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 2101  and ACCT 2102 
  
  • ACCT 3115 - Cost Managerial Accounting


    Credits: 3

    A course that furthers the knowledge gained in the fundamental managerial accounting course. This course emphasizes the use of basic cost accounting theory and concepts for cost accumulation and usage under job order, process, and activity-based costing systems, as well as budgeting and standard costing in a manufacturing environment. It also covers control and analysis of materials, labor and manufacturing overheads, and well as cost control and accumulation in a service environment.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 2101  and ACCT 2102 
  
  • ACCT 3117 - Accounting Information Systems


    Credits: 3

    The course introduces systems concepts and the role of the accountant in the Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC). It covers areas such as documentation of systems, database management tools and strategies, and aspects of information systems controls. The impact of emerging technologies on accounting is also addressed. Additionally, specific accounting systems (Purchasing, Production, etc. ), with relevant systems applications in current use are also covered.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 3111 
  
  • ACCT 4111 - Intermediate Financial Accounting III


    Credits: 3

    A continuation of Intermediate Financial Accounting II, new topics include revenue recognition, accounting changes and errors, accounting for income taxes, pensions and other post-retirement benefits, leases, cash flow statement.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 3112 
  
  • ACCT 4116 - Accounting for Not-For-Profit Institutions


    Credits: 3

    A course focusing on the basic concepts and techniques of fund accounting, including budgeting and management accounting problems for governmental, educational, religious, and charitable organizations.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 2102 
  
  • ACCT 4117 - Auditing


    Credits: 3

    A study of the philosophy, concepts, and techniques used by independent auditors. Topical coverage includes professional ethics, standards, audit programs, study and evaluation of internal control, auditors’ opinions, statistical sampling techniques, and EDP auditing.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 3112 
  
  • ACCT 4118 - Advanced Managerial Accounting


    Credits: 3

    This course uses the case approach to emphasize transition of costing systems from traditional systems to the development of Activity Based Costing systems and the use of ABC tools in management (Activity Based Management). Additionally, case studies in such areas as transfer pricing, target costing, management compensation and incentives, and the Balanced Scorecard are included. The relevance of technology in these areas is highlighted.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 3115 
  
  • ACCT 4119 - Internal Auditing


    Credits: 3

    Introduction to the theory and practice of internal auditing, an independent appraisal activity within firms. Topics covered include internal auditing standards, ethics, fraud, internal controls, risk assessment, evidence, documentation (Including use of computer-assisted auditing techniques), and reporting practices.

    Prerequisite(s): ACCT 3112 

Africana Studies

  
  • AFRS 1501 - Survey of the African American Experience


    Credits: 2

    A survey and understanding of the cultural, economic, political, psychological and social development of African Americans and an analysis of their contemporary status.

  
  • AFRS 2000 - Introduction to Africana Studies


    Credits: 3

    This course is a broad based survey course designed to give the student and understanding of the general history of the development of the discipline and to define its scope. The conceptual parameters of study will be established and distinguished from other fields of academic inquiry.

  
  • AFRS 3000 - Africana Political Ideology & Philosophy


    Credits: 3

    This course is designed to study the relevant ideas that have served as the intellectual and philosophical foundations of mass movements throughout Africa and the diaspora. Classical Pan Africanism, Negritude, the ideology of selected Black Millenarian Movements, Black Nationalism, Black Cultural Nationalism, Ujamaa Socialism, Kawaida Nationalism, Black Marxism, and contemporary Pan African and Afrocentric thought will be considered.

    Prerequisite(s): AFRS 2000 
  
  • AFRS 3102 - The African & African American Family


    Credits: 3

    This is an upper division course, which focuses upon the unique development of the African and African-American family within the traditional and modern context both within continental Africa and the Americas. Relevant topics concerning the African American family will be studied. Particular attention will be given to the survival role the family has served for African peoples.

    Prerequisite(s): AFRS 2000 
  
  • AFRS 3111 - The Africana Woman


    Credits: 3

    This course specifically addresses the role of African women in the development of modern and postmodern society in Africa and the diaspora. The unique continuing contribution of Africana women in the ongoing transformation of social relations is the central theme and topical focus of this course. The course will exam the various political tendencies within the African women’s movement. It will also explore the underlying social causes of male chauvinism, gender violence, and gender role transformation within the context of race and class oppression.

    Prerequisite(s): AFRS 2000  or AFRS 1501 
  
  • AFRS 3141 - African Government & Politics


    Credits: 3

    An introductory survey of political patterns, political processes, and political ideologies in Africa; an examination of the legacy of colonialism and the processes of modernization, and development: problems of political instability.

  
  • AFRS 3211 - Religion & African Thought Systems


    Credits: 3

    An extensive examination of the various cosmologies, basic ethical systems, and spirituality of selected traditional African societies and the extent of their impact and influence on the development of the African American religious tradition.

  
  • AFRS 3212 - African-American Oral Literature


    Credits: 3

    Studies African-American folklore, preaching and speaking, and the lyrics of spirituals, blues, and rap in relation to African roots, historical conditions, and literary practice.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 2105  and ENGL 2140  or permission of the instructor
    Equivalent
    ENGL 3212  
  
  • AFRS 3216 - African-American Poetry


    Credits: 3

    A survey of African-American poetry from the nineteenth century through the Harlem Renaissance to contemporary poetry, examining its relationships to the oral tradition and to literary, social, and political influences. Includes such writers as Claude McKay, Langston Hughes, Gwendolyn Brooks, Nikki Giovanni, Sonia Sanchez, and Rita Dove.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 2220   or ENGL 3010  
    Equivalent
    ENGL 3216  
  
  • AFRS 3217 - African American Fiction


    Credits: 3

    A critical survey focusing on leading themes and techniques in the short stories and novels of such authors as Charles Chestnut, Zora Neale Hurston, Richard Wright, Ralph Ellison, James Baldwin, Toni Morrison, Ishmeal Reed, Alice Walker and Gloria Naylor.

    Equivalent
    ENGL 3217  
  
  • AFRS 3218 - African-Caribbean Literature


    Credits: 3

    An introduction to the literature of the Caribbean produced by writers of African descent. Includes such writers as Walcott, Braithwaite, Lamming, Marshall, Kincaid, Cesaire, and Guillen.

    Equivalent
    ENGL 4220  
  
  • AFRS 3219 - African-American Nonfiction


    Credits: 3

    A study of African-American nonfiction including slave narratives, political speeches, cultural essays, memoirs, and other life writing. It may cover such authors as W. E. B. DuBois, Ida B. Wells, Alex Haley, Alice Walker, Barack Obama, Ta-Nehisi Coates, John Edgar Wideman, and others.

    Prerequisite(s): ENGL 2105  and ENGL 2220  or ENGL 2140  
    Prerequisite/Corequisite(s): ENGL 3010  or permission of the instructor

    Equivalent
    ENGL 3219  
  
  • AFRS 3301 - African-American History Before 1900


    Credits: 3

    A survey of the history of African-Americans beginning with the African background to 1900 with an overview of the twentieth century.

    Equivalent
    HIST 3301 
  
  • AFRS 3312 - African American in 20th Century


    Credits: 3

    An analysis of modern African American experiences such as African American participation in the World Wars, the Depression, and the struggles for civil rights, identity, and self-determination. 

  
  • AFRS 3501 - Survey of African Cultures & Societies


    Credits: 3

    A survey of the cultural patterns and institutions foundations and structure of selected African societies that presents and examines both traditional and contemporary aspects of the African culture as well as examining the impact of culture on the various areas of societal, institutional, and national development will be discussed as well.

  
  • AFRS 3601 - African American Politics


    Credits: 3

    An examination of black political movements and participation of African Americans in the American political system, particularly the electoral process, the power structure in African American communities.

  
  • AFRS 3901 - Internship


    Credits: 3

    An individually designed course/project involving off-campus study and research in a government or private agency; designed to require the full semester for completion; joint supervision of the sponsoring organization and the faculty advisor; credit arranged by the faculty advisor.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of Instructor
  
  • AFRS 4311 - Psychology of the African-American Experience


    Credits: 3

    An overview of contemporary topics in Black psychology, including self-concept, achievement, motivation, and the Black family.

    Prerequisite(s): PSYC 1101 
    Equivalent
    PSYC 4311 
  
  • AFRS 4501 - African Americans, Africa, & Pan-Africanism


    Credits: 3

    An interdisciplinary examination of the concept of Pan Africanism as a realistic, authentic, effective and multidimensional mechanism by which people of African descent in the United States have related historically and culturally to the African dimension of their identity.
    The course employs methods germane to the disciplines of History, Sociology, Political Science and Anthropology.

    Prerequisite(s): AFRS 1501  
  
  • AFRS 4601 - Senior Seminar


    Credits: 3

    A comprehensive review and analysis of topics and issues, theories, and interpretations, and research in African and African-American Studies.

    Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor
  
  • AFRS 4602 - Special Topics


    Credits: 3

    An in-depth examination and analysis of an issue or issues of particular significance to the historical, cultural, intellectual or social development or contemporary predicament of Africans or African Americans.

  
  • AFRS 4701 - African History before 1800


    Credits: 3

    A study of major themes in the history of Africa prior to 1800: the African physical environment, early civilizations and state formation, the spread of Islam, the slave trade, the beginning of European colonization, and significant cultural developments.


Anthropology

  
  • ANTH 1101 - Introduction to Anthropology


    Credits: 3

    An introduction to the study of primitive and traditional societies with focus on cross-cultural comparisons of preliterate and modern social institutions.


Arabic

  
  • ARAB 1001 - Elementary Arabic I


    Credits: 3

    An introduction to elementary modern standard Arabic. The course will focus on the phonology and writing system. Lectures in Arabic civilization and culture will be integrated into the language study.

    Restricted Not open to students who have more than one year of high school Arabic or who are native speakers of Arabic.
  
  • ARAB 1002 - Elementary Arabic II


    Credits: 3

    A continuation of Elementary Arabic I. The emphasis will be on speaking and writing skills. Intensive practice of sentence structure and basic vocabulary will be required. Various aspects of Arabic culture will be examined.

    Prerequisite(s): ARAB 1001 
    Restricted Not open to students who have more than one year of high school Arabic or who are native speakers of Arabic.
  
  • ARAB 2001 - Intermediate Arabic I


    Credits: 3

    An intensive review of grammar and sentence structure, along with drills in reading, speaking and writing. Language instruction will be supplemented with lectures and audio-video presentations.

    Prerequisite(s): ARAB 1002  or two years of high school Arabic
  
  • ARAB 2002 - Intermediate Arabic II


    Credits: 3

    Continuation of Intermediate Arabic I.

    Prerequisite(s): ARAB 2001 

Art History

  
  • ARTH 3101 - Western Art History I


    Credits: 3

    A survey of art history from paleolithic to 1300 ACE. Interpreting and analyzing art through the rise of civilizations and primarily Western culture will be emphasized.

    Equivalent
    ARTH 4602  
  
  • ARTH 3102 - Western Art History II


    Credits: 3

    A survey of art history from 1300 ACE to Mid-20th Century Modern. Emphasis will be placed on interpreting and analyzing art through Western cultural and artistic movements.

    Equivalent
    ARTH 4603  
  
  • ARTH 4103 - Contemporary Art


    Credits: 3

    Introduction to aesthetic theory and criticism through a study of contemporary art movements post mid-20th Century. This course will take the format of a seminar and build upon concepts and themes explored primarily in Western Art History.

    Prerequisite(s): ARTH 3102  
  
  • ARTH 4104 - African American Art


    Credits: 3

    This course surveys artworks made by African Americans in the United States and abroad. Students will explore major art movements, such as the Harlem Renaissance, and will study the impact of race, with regard to political movements on artists and their work throughout the eighteenth, nineteenth, twentieth centuries and today.

    Equivalent
    ARTH 3601  
  
  • ARTH 4600 - African Art


    Credits: 3

    This course reviews the history of African Art from 10,000 B. C. through the twentieth century. The course includes the role of art in Africa, its culture and the people who produce the art and use it. Particular interest will be given to art and culture of West Africa.


Art

  
  • ARTS 1010 - Drawing I


    Credits: 3

    Basic drawing materials and techniques. Elements and principles of art are studied through still life and nature subject matter. Introduction to computer drawing is optional.

  
  • ARTS 1011 - Drawing II


    Credits: 3

    An introduction to the study of landscape and the human figure. Elements and principles of design will be reviewed. The course explores various materials and techniques. Basic introduction to computer drawing is optional.

    Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1010 
  
  • ARTS 1030 - 3D Design


    Credits: 3

    Three-dimensional design is a course designed to develop a fundamental understanding of a variety of techniques, processes, and styles used in traditional and contemporary approaches in sculpture. With special consideration to spatial concepts, students will utilize the elements and principles of art to create three-dimensional objects. As well as practical application of techniques, each student will learn to critically write and speak about their own work and the work of other artists. Throughout this course, students will be challenged to become sensitive to formal and conceptual concerns in art, while investigating the technical aspects of three-dimensional media.

  
  • ARTS 1060 - Color/Composition


    Credits: 3

    Designed for students to study and explore the basic elements, principles, materials and techniques of two-dimensional visual art. The course also includes explorations and discussion of color and color theory. The course allows students to study the critical components of two-dimensional design and the role of color within a composition.

  
  • ARTS 1101 - Introduction to Visual Arts


    Credits: 3

    Introduction to Art is a lecture course with some opportunity for studio experiences and web enhanced assignments. The course explores the basic elements and principles of two and three-dimensional art. The study of various materials and techniques used in the graphic and plastic arts is included. Students will develop skills in translating art concepts into art products and study artists who created major styles and art movements. Individual field trips to city and state galleries and museums are anticipated. The works of contemporary African-American artists are highlighted.

  
  • ARTS 2101 - Painting I


    This course introduces a variety of techniques, processes, and styles used to create paintings. Students will explore concepts, structure, color, and creativity. Greater knowledge and understanding will be gained through critiques, discussions, and demonstrations. Previous experience in painting is not a required for this course.

    Equivalent
    ARTS 3101  
  
  • ARTS 2201 - Photography I


    Credits: 3

    This course introduces fundamental techniques and applications of the photographic medium within the context of art. Students will be introduced to basic camera controls, exposure, and composition through a combination of lectures, demonstrations, assignments, and critiques. Previous experience in photography is not required for this course.

    Equivalent
    ARTS 3201  
  
  • ARTS 2301 - Printmaking I


    Credits: 3

    Introduction to printmaking processes and equipment with an emphasis on technique, and some opportunities for critique. This course provides the opportunity to survey various print media. Demonstrated methods include, but not limited to: Relief, Lithography, Intaglio, and Screen Printing.

    Equivalent
    ARTS 3301  
  
  • ARTS 2401 - Sculpture I


    Credits: 3

    This course introduces a variety of techniques, processes, and styles used to create sculptures. Students will be challenged to become sensitive to formal and conceptual concerns in sculpture, while investigating the technical aspects of art.

    Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1030  
    Equivalent
    ARTS 3401  
  
  • ARTS 2701 - Ceramics I


    Credits: 3

    In this course, students are introduced to clay and the various forming techniques, including pinching, coil construction, slab building, and wheel throwing, and firing. Students will learn technical, conceptual, research and design skills.

    Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1030  
    Equivalent
    ARTS 3701  
  
  • ARTS 2800 - New Media Design


    Credits: 3

    Provides experiences in significant design relating to new media. Through the exploration of various digital media applications students will learn to navigate vast digital environments in order to isolate the tools needed to solve design dilemmas.

  
  • ARTS 3012 - Life Studio


    Credits: 3

    This course employs drawing and painting techniques with an emphasis on the human form. Students will explore issues related to the study and composition of the human figure through a variety of media and observational approaches to structure, volume, and expressive potentialities from a variety of sources, including models.

    Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1011  
  
  • ARTS 3122 - Painting II


    Credits: 3

    This intermediate course will examine the medium of paint, with an emphasis on development of individual expression, problem solving, and style in composition. An observational approach will utilize the human figure, still-life, and landscape, both form and content will be discussed, and will be explored in many of the projects.

    Prerequisite(s): ARTS 2101  
  
  • ARTS 3211 - Photography II


    Credits: 3

    Building on the foundations of photography, students are challenged to build their vocabulary through a combination of lectures, demonstrations, assignments, and critiques, with an emphasis on creative use of camera controls, lighting and studio practices, exposure digital imaging software, and hybrid techniques. Students will have the opportunity to pursue more individual concerns in tandem with class directed assignments.

    Prerequisite(s): ARTS 2201  
  
  • ARTS 3212 - Forensic Photography


    Credits: 3

    This course will examine the techniques, methods, and ethical issues of photographic applications in forensic science, focusing on practical investigative applications as well as historic photography analysis and documentation. Students will gain experience through lectures, hands-on experiences, and field assignments.

    Prerequisite(s): ARTS 2201  
  
  • ARTS 3311 - Printmaking II


    Credits: 3

    Continuation of printmaking processes and equipment with equal emphasis on concept and technique, and opportunities for discussion and critique. This course provides the opportunity to delve deeper into print media covered in Printmaking I. Demonstrated methods include, but are not limited to: Relief, Lithography, Intaglio, and Screen Printing.

    Prerequisite(s): ARTS 2301  
  
  • ARTS 3411 - Sculpture II


    Credits: 3

    This course is an intermediate exploration of sculpture. Students are challenged to expand their vocabulary of sculptural form and concept, while developing a personal aesthetic. Emphasis is placed on technical proficiency and critical awareness as it relates to historical and contemporary issues in art.

    Prerequisite(s): ARTS 2401  
  
  • ARTS 3512 - Book Arts


    Credits: 3

    Book Arts is a studio course that explores the history, materials, and techniques associated with artist’s books. Students will learn bookbinding techniques in order to create a foundation for the development of concept-driven books that will incorporate 3-D form and 2-D design. This course will cover traditional and contemporary approaches to structure and binding, with instruction through lectures, demonstrations, and critiques. This course will also include an exploration of literary themes and an opportunity to combine image and text.

    Prerequisite(s): ARTS 1060  
  
  • ARTS 3711 - Ceramics II


    Credits: 3

    This course is an intermediate exploration in selected technical areas of ceramics and firing. Students will explore glaze problems, firing techniques and aesthetics. Emphasis will be on historical and aesthetic concerns dealing with the form.

    Prerequisite(s): ARTS 2701  
  
  • ARTS 4800 - Advanced Processes


    Credits: 3

    In this course students will produce works using various techniques and concepts with emphasis on individual artistic and creative expression. Students will form effective approaches to using techniques and thematic content, to develop personal and meaningful works. Students are expected to demonstrate aesthetic understanding and problem-solving skills. Critiques and discussions are an integral part of this course. This course can be repeated for credit.

    Prerequisite(s): FINE 4901 - FINE 4909  

Astronomy

  
  • ASTR 1000 - Introduction to the Universe


    Credits: 3

    This is a one-semester introduction course to astronomy. Some of the topics to be covered include: sun, planets and moons; origin of the solar system; nature and evolution of stars; exploding stars; stellar remnants, including white dwarfs, neutron stars, and black holes; molecules in space; galaxies and quasars; past and future of the Universe; and life in the Universe. A field trip to the Planetarium may be required.


Behavior Analysis

  
  • BEHV 1101 - Introduction to Behavior Analysis: Professions


    Credits: 3

    This course provides an overview of careers in Behavior Analysis and psychology. The content includes ethical considerations for those conducting research or in applied practice. Additionally, content covers system support available for those practicing in the field, such as competency-based training, performance monitoring, and procedural integrity.

  
  • BEHV 2000 - Basic Concepts in Behavior Analysis


    Credits: 3

    This course is designed to provide the basic characteristics, concepts, and principles of Behavior Analysis. This course will offer explanation of operant contingencies and include reinforcement, punishment, antecedent control, and behavior consequences. The course includes initial exposure to measurement of behavior and display and interpretation of behavior data. Also included are the seminal works of the founders of Behavior Analysis.

    Prerequisite(s): BEHV 1101 
  
  • BEHV 2101 - History of Behavior Analysis


    Credits: 3

    This course involves an examination of philosophical positions and empirical research that have made significant contributions to the development of behavior analysis. Coverage will include the contributions of B. F. Skinner, who founded the field of behavior analysis, as well as other individuals and events that have influenced the field, from its roots in experimental psychology to its emergence as a separate discipline.

    Prerequisite(s): BEHV 1101  and BEHV 2000  (grade of C or better)
  
  • BEHV 2103 - Behavior Statistics


    Credits: 3

    A practical focus on the context of statistics in behavioral research, with an emphasis on looking at data before jumping into a test. This course provides students with an understanding of the logic behind the statistics: why and how certain statistical methods are used rather than just doing techniques by rote. Students move beyond number crunching to discover the meaning of statistical results and how they relate to the research questions being asked. Students will engage with real data and research studies as a base and move through analyses of data.

    Prerequisite(s): MATH 1001  or MATH 1111  or MATH 1113 ; Declared Behavior Analysis Major
  
  • BEHV 2105 - Research Methods in Behavior Science


    Credits: 3

    This course is concerned with the research methods scientists use to study behavioral phenomena. In covering the course content, we will seek a balance between abstract models of science, the practical concerns of the working scientist, and the role that each of us plays as a consumer of science. The readings and presentations will consider conceptual and practical issues relevant to various approaches to behavioral research and the written assignments will amplify these issues as well as provide you with firsthand experience measuring behavior, analyzing data, and reporting behavioral science findings.

    Prerequisite(s): BEHV 1101 , BEHV 2000 , BEHV 2103  Declared Behavior Analysis Major
  
  • BEHV 2106 - Research Design and Data Analysis 1


    Credits: 3

    The first course in two-course sequence that introduces the skills behavioral scientists use to conduct research. This first course focuses on the basic philosophy of research, ethics, critical thinking, scientific literacy, and how to organize data with descriptive statistics.

    Prerequisite(s): BEHV 1101 ; ENGL 1101 ; Area A MATH
  
  • BEHV 2107 - Research Design & Data Analysis 2


    Credits: 3

    The second course in two-course sequence that introduces the skills behavioral scientists use to conduct research. This second course builds on the information covered in BEHV 2106 and focuses on experimental and nonexperimental group design commonly employed in behavioral research and the inferential statistical techniques typically used for data analysis.

    Prerequisite(s): BEHV 1101 BEHV 2106  and ENGL 1102  
  
  • BEHV 3103 - Measurement in Behavior Analysis


    Credits: 3

    This course provides techniques for measurement of behavior, displaying and interpreting behavioral data, and experimental evaluation of interventions. Specifically, the course includes selecting and defining target behaviors, examination of single-subject experimental designs, and planning and evaluating behavior analysis research. Also included are reviews of recent literature to support course content.

    Prerequisite(s): BEHV 1101 , BEHV 2000 ,  BEHV 2106 BEHV 2107 , BEHV 3104 ; Declared Behavior Analysis Major
  
  • BEHV 3104 - Behavior Change in Behavior Analysis


    Credits: 3

    This course is designed to teach the methods for behavioral assessment, selecting intervention outcomes, and behavior change procedures. Specifically, course content includes functional analyses, environmental factors in interventions, and behavior change techniques such as the Premack principle, differential reinforcement, schedules of reinforcement, and shaping. Also included are reviews of recent literature to support course content.

    Prerequisite(s): BEHV 1101  and BEHV 2000 
  
  • BEHV 3105 - Learning and Motivation


    Credits: 3

    The primary focus of the course is on basic processes in learning and motivation. Emphases will be on theoretical and experimental analyses of behavior, the practical applications of the theoretical perspectives, and behavioral psychology.

    Prerequisite(s): BEHV 1101  and BEHV 2000 ; Declared Behavior Analysis Major
  
  • BEHV 3106 - Behavior Neuroscience


    Credits: 3

    This course covers the concepts, methods and data of behavioral neuroscience. The focus is on biological factors, their interactions with each other and the environment, and how they support behavior and behavior change. Topics will include the anatomy and physiology of the nervous system, their role in fundamental behavioral processes (e. g. , reinforcement), and behavioral pharmacology.

    Prerequisite(s): BEHV 1101 , BEHV 2000  and BEHV 3105 ; Declared Behavior Analysis Major
  
  • BEHV 3117 - Behavior Assessment & Behavior Change


    Credits: 3

    Topics include direct observation methods, data analysis, experimental design, functional assessment, stimulus preference assessment, and ethics and professional issues.

    Prerequisite(s): BEHV 1101 , BEHV 2000 , BEHV 2106 BEHV 2107 BEHV 3103 , and BEHV 3104  
  
  • BEHV 3118 - Multicultural & Social Issues in Behavior Analysis


    Credits: 3

    This course is designed to identify and explore issues, strategies and successes with multicultural and minority clientele. It will prepare students to recognize and respond to factors that may affect the application of behavior analysis principles within and across community settings and focuses on research and best practices related to cultural competence in assessment and treatment as behavioral consultants. Community contexts and settings considered in this course include families and family homes, schools, service agencies and facilities; neighborhoods with district cultural identities; and places of employment, recreation, and commerce.

    Prerequisite(s): BEHV 1101  and BEHV 2000 
  
  • BEHV 3710 - Autism Spectrum Disorders


    Credits: 3

    This course will provide a comprehensive, research-based overview of Autism Spectrum Disorders allowing students to understand the disorder, the range of characteristics, and the issues faced by families of children with autism. This course will explore design, delivery and evaluation of instruction for individuals with autism spectrum disorders, use of assistive technology and augmentative communication and implementation of functional behavior assessment and positive behavior support for children and adults.

    Prerequisite(s): BEHV 2000 
  
  • BEHV 3720 - Community Applications of Behavior Analysis


    Credits: 3

    The course provides an overview of community psychology from a behavior analytic perspective. This course will cover a number of areas where behavior analysis can make a difference in solving socially important issues at the community level. The focus of the course will be on reviewing the research that has been conducted in the field and developing new ideas for addressing problems in the community.

    Prerequisite(s): BEHV 2000 
  
  • BEHV 3730 - Organizational Behavior Management


    Credits: 3

    The course provides an overview of the field of Organizational Behavior Management (OBM). OBM is one area of Applied Behavior Analysis with a focus on behavior in the workplace. This class will review how the principles of Behavior Analysis are applied in the business and provide specific examples of how performance management works. In addition, the effectiveness of common practices within the work environment will be evaluated.

    Prerequisite(s): BEHV 2000 
  
  • BEHV 3740 - Behavior Ethics


    Credits: 3

    This course will familiarize the student with the ethical issues involved in the provision of behavioral services and research with human and animal populations. Special consideration of the responsibilities required of applied behavior analysts by the Behavior Analyst Certification Board (BACB) will be given. Informed consent, protection of confidentiality, conflict of interest, and selection of least intrusive, least restrictive behavior change procedures will be presented and discussed within the context of case method. Ethical decision making processes will be emphasized.

    Prerequisite(s): BEHV 1101 , BEHV 2000  and BEHV 3104 
  
  • BEHV 3750 - Science, Skepticism, and Critical Thinking


    Credits: 3

    In this class we will utilize scientific critical thinking to learn about how our brain can trick us, how to recognize when it has, and how we can make good decisions anyway. The main goal is to teach you how to think critically about claims you encounter and how skeptical thinking should be used in your daily and professional life.

    Prerequisite(s): BEHV 1101 
  
  • BEHV 3760 - Drugs and Behavior


    Credits: 3

    This course will integrate behavioral, biological, cultural, historical, medical, psychological, and social, perspectives, taking an interdisciplinary approach in its coverage of current topics regarding drug use, problems associated with drug use, as well as prevention and treatment of those problems. The content will include biological and behavioral mechanisms of drug action, effective and efficacious pharmacotherapies for biological and behavioral disorders, as well as therapeutic interventions for drug use disorders.

    Prerequisite(s): BEHV 3105  and PSYC 1101  
  
  • BEHV 4000 - Selected Topics in Behavior Analysis


    Credits: 3

    An in depth study of current topics in behavior analysis.

    Prerequisite(s): Specific prerequisites will depend on the topic.
    Repeatability This course may be repeated for credit with different topics.
  
  • BEHV 4117 - Assessment & Supervision


    Credits: 3

    In this class, we will use a functional behavior analytic approach to supervision. This course will teach students to use competency-based supervision, give and receive verbal and written feedback, and evaluate effective behavior analytic supervision methods. 

    Prerequisite(s): BEHV 1101 , BEHV 2000 , BEHV 3104 , BEHV 3103 , BEHV 3117  
    Corequisite(s): BEHV 3117  
  
  • BEHV 4212 - Internship/Research in Behavior Analysis


    Credits: 1 to 6

    An experiential learning arrangement during which the student is expected to apply knowledge acquired in BEHV classes. It may involve off-campus placement in an organization under faculty supervision or working with faculty on various types of projects on campus.

    Prerequisite(s): BEHV 1101  and BEHV 2000 ; additional specific prerequisites will depend on the specific placement/project.
    Repeatability This course may be repeated for credit, up to 12 credit hours.
    Variable Credit Yes
  
  • BEHV 4213 - Research Seminar


    Credits: 4

    The study and application of qualitative and quantitative research methods used in the social sciences for measurement, analysis and inferences of data. Emphasis on computer applications for analysis of and presentation of research data. Students will have opportunities to conduct action-oriented research projects and to prepare written reports in appropriate formats.

    Prerequisite(s): BEHV 1101 , BEHV 2000 , BEHV 2106 BEHV 2107 BEHV 3103 , and BEHV 3104  

Interdisciplinary Studies

  
  • BIDS 2000 - Introduction to Interdisciplinary Studies


    Credits: 1

    The purpose of this course is twofold. First, students will be introduced to the specifics of the interdisciplinary studies program and degree requirements. Second, students will be introduced to interdisciplinary studies and design their academic plans of study.

  
  • BIDS 3000 - Foundations in Interdisciplinary Studies


    Credits: 3

    Students will be introduced to different approaches to interdisciplinary studies and learn the fundamentals of interdisciplinary research, as well as some of its more useful applications: personal assessment and career development. Students will also plan career goals and establish their BIDS portfolios.

    Prerequisite(s): BIDS 2000 
  
  • BIDS 4000 - Seminar in Interdisciplinary Studies


    Credits: 3

    This required capstone course engages interdisciplinary study degree students in an analysis of their program of study through a process of synthesis and reflection focused on their learning outcomes and career goals.

    Prerequisite(s): BIDS 3000  and completion of 90 semester credit hours
  
  • BIDS 4100 - Internship Capstone with Seminar


    Credits: 1-13

    This elective course provides Interdisciplinary Studies students with the opportunity to apply the knowledge and skills acquired through academic preparation at a host site as an apprentice to develop career-ready skills.

    Prerequisite(s): BIDS 3000  and completion of 90 semester credit hours
  
  • BIDS 4200 - Special Topics


    Credits: 1-12

    This course offers in-depth exploration of a special topic, issue or trend in interdisciplinary studies and may integrate two or more disciplines.

    Repeatability Repeatable to a maximum of 12 semester hours for different special topics.

Biology Education

  
  • BIED 2201 - Biology Literacy for Diverse Learners


    Credits: 3

    This course explores methods of teaching secondary students to read, write, think, and learn to master content towards meaningful application aiding in furthering scientific understanding. Teacher candidates will learn to plan lessons and activities that reach diverse learners to teach content with practices that promote the attainment of literacy. Classroom adaptations for culturally and linguistically diverse population in the content areas are also addressed.

  
  • BIED 3002 - Connections in Secondary Science


    Credits: 3

    This course, guided by NSTA standards, blends best practices in teaching science concepts (cell biology, genetics, evolution, scientific inquiry, organismal biology, and ecology) and bridges connections in science with technology, mathematics, and real world experiences. Emphasis is on writing, technology, and the use of varied assessments to aid teacher candidates in the adaptation of teaching strategies to meet the needs of all students.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education Program
  
  • BIED 4000 - Special Topics


    Credits: 1-13

    This course focuses on topics in education or topics in the major content area of education.

  
  • BIED 4416 - Teaching and Research in Secondary Biology Education


    Credits: 3

    This course is an examination and application of curricular issues, learning theories, teaching strategies, instructional materials, and assessment procedures associated with teaching secondary mathematics in the multicultural and diverse classroom of today. The course emphasizes those practices recommended by research in math education and NCTM Principles and Standards. Candidates examine aspects of math classroom practice from various perspectives. The eportfolio is required for all education courses.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education
    Corequisite(s): BIED 4417 
  
  • BIED 4417 - Practicum in Teaching Secondary Biology Education


    Credits: 3

    This course is designed to provide teacher candidates with experience in a supervised school setting where they will show active involvement with mentor teachers in creating and teaching lessons and assessing student learning to guide instruction. Students will learn how to implement meaningful and engaging instruction for secondary students in biology using inquiry and discovery to develop critical thinking, problem solving, and scientific literacy skills. Verification of professional liability insurance and a clear criminal background check are required prior to receiving a school placement. The e‐portfolio is required for all education courses. There are 160 field experience credits in this course. The course cannot be passed without completion of the field experience credits. Verification of professional liability insurance and a clear criminal background check are required prior to receiving a school placement.

    Prerequisite(s): Admission to Teacher Education
    Corequisite(s): BIED 4416 

Biology

  
  • BIOL 1001 - Introduction to Life Science


    Credits: 1

    Introduction to the biological sciences, career exploration, and the responsibilities of professionals in these careers. Freshman elective course for Biology Major.

  
  • BIOL 1103 - General Biology


    Credits: 3

    Chemistry of life cell, structure and function, metabolism, cellular respiration, photosynthesis, plant and animal organization and growth, origin and evolution of life, ecosystems, and the biosphere.

    Corequisite(s): BIOL 1103L 
 

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