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ACCOUNTING

ACT 101 Principles of Accounting I

An introduction to the basic concepts of financial analysis and recording. Introduction to the entire accounting cycle through preparation of worksheets and financial statements, special journals, and subsidiary ledgers. (4)

ACT 102 Principles of Accounting II

A continuation of the concepts and practices introduced in Accounting I. Introduction to partnership and corporate accounting and financial statement analysis. Prerequisite: ACT 101 with grade of C or permission of instructor. (4)

ACT 303 Intermediate Accounting I

The study of generally accepted accounting principles associated with asset and liability measurement and the related effect on net income. Prerequisite: ACT 102 with a grade of C or permission of instructor. (3)

ACT 304 Intermediate Accounting II

A continuation of the study of generally accepted accounting principles focusing on stockholders’ equity, income recognition, and other special reporting topics. Prerequisite: ACT 303 with a grade of C or permission of instructor. (3)

ACT 306 Cost Accounting

Topics include the study of cost accumulations in a manufacturing environment, inventory valuation, income determination, and the reporting of internal accounting data. Prerequisite: ACT 102 with a grade of C or permission of instructor. (3)

ACT 310 Accounting Information Systems

This course places its primary emphasis on the management accountant’s responsibility to design an accounting system that provides timely, relevant information for decision making with effective internal accounting controls. Prerequisite: ACT 102 with a grade of C or permission of instructor. (3) n

ACT 406 Tax Accounting

The federal income tax for corporations and individuals. Tax regulations, tax planning, research, and practice. Prerequisite: ACT 102. (3)

ACT 408 Managerial Accounting

Provides the conceptual and technical foundation for the use of accounting information within an organization for decision making, planning, and control. Prerequisite: ACT 102 with a grade of C or permission of instructor. (3)

ACT 410 Auditing

An introduction to the independent accountant’s role and responsibilities in business. Topics include generally accepted auditing standards, internal controls, substantive testing, and the auditor’s report. Prerequisite: ACT 304 or permission of instructor. (3)

ACT 420 Advanced Accounting Topics

Examines advanced financial accounting theory with emphasis on accounting concepts, current reporting problems, preparation of consolidated financial statements, government, and not-for-profit accounting. Prerequisite: ACT 304. (3)

APPLIED ARTS

AA 151 Textiles

A study of fibers and fabric of both natural and synthetic origins. The course includes an analysis of the use and care of textiles, design applications, and finishing. Emphasis on the use of textiles for fashion. (3)

AA 160 Survey of Fashion

An analysis of fashion: its function, history, and relation to modern economy. The course covers fashion terminology; the development of fashions and accessories from ancient Egypt to present, and the various segments of the industry from haute couture to ready-to-wear. (3)

AA 250 Clothing Construction

A study and application of the principles of garment construction. The course emphasizes application techniques for various available fabrics and considers alteration methods for various figure types. (3)

AA 265 Fashion Illustration I

An analysis and application of techniques for drawing the fashion figure and related apparel. The course includes projects designed to develop presentation drawings and illustrations suitable for advertising purposes. (3)

AA 270 Clothing Analysis

Focuses on the evaluation of garment quality from construction and sewing standards to appropriate textile choice, mass production processes, and concepts of fit. Prerequisite: AA 250. (3)

AA 272 Textile Design I

Introduces fabric crafts and principles related to surface design for printing on textiles. Studio projects develop skills in the design of textiles and computer-aided design. (3) n

AA 273 Visual Merchandising

A study and application of merchandising principles for good store design. The course also examines the aesthetic elements used in merchandise presentation. (3)

AA 320 Fashion Research and Communication

Teaches students to identify fashion trends through research and to communicate and promote to the trade and to the consumer. Students will examine the role of public relations in the fashion industry. Prerequisite: EN 101-102 or permission of instructor. (3)

AA 350 Apparel Design I

Execution of fashion designs through the flat pattern method. The course teaches the rudiments of draping. Prerequisites: AA 250-270 or the equivalent. (3)

AA 365 Fashion Illustration II

An advanced study of fashion drawing and design using a variety of color media. Prerequisite: AA 265 or permission of the instructor. (3)

AA 370 Tailored Garment Structures

A studio in the methods of tailoring. Projects are assigned to develop skills in fitting, shaping, lining, and underlining of garments. Prerequisites: AA 250-270 or permission of the instructor. (3)

A 372 Textile Design II

A continuation of AA 272 with concentration on color, the markets, industry specifications, and computer-aided design. Prerequisite: AA 272 or permission of the instructor. (3)

AA 374 The Fashion Industry and Its Promotion

Students identify global and domestic fashion markets and obtain an historic overview of the fashion industry. Course develops an analysis of market trends and exercises in the coordination of special events. Students assist in the production of a dramatized fashion show at the University. (3)

AA 381 Buying Fashion Apparel

Examination and analysis of the theory, mathematics, and practice of buying and selling apparel. (3)

AA 385 Apparel Design II

Exploration of advanced flat pattern techniques utilizing the computer. Teaches design students the theory of drafting clothing patterns based on sets of body measurements, and grading patterns. Prerequisites: AA 250, AA 270, AA 350. (3)

AA 390 Principles of Costume and Theater

Examines the principles and processes of designing costumes for the stage. Emphasis on methods used to illuminate ideas, themes, characters, and action found in a script. (3)

AA 400 Internship

A senior student may register for 3-6 credits in a field experience in the Washington metropolitan area. Appropriate settings include fashion design studios, boutiques, and department stores. The internship is monitored by a faculty member. Prerequisite: permission of the Dean of Arts and Sciences. (3-6)

AA 405 Fashion in the Global Marketplace

This course provides an understanding of the textile and apparel industries in the world economy. Emphasis is on U.S. importing and exporting and on global trends in the production and consumption of textiles and apparel. ECO 210 is recommended as a prerequisite. (3)

AA407 Product Development

Investigation of the process by which an apparel product is launched in the marketplace from the design and merchandising perspectives, including research, testing, financial planning, and marketing. Open to juniors and seniors majoring in fashion design or merchandising. (3)

AA 410 Clothing Selection and Behavior

A study of fashion as it relates to clothing selection. Emphasis on clothing behavior, consumer practices, wardrobe planning, and color. Analysis of fringe consumer groups. (3)

AA 412 The Great Designers

An examination of the origin of haute couture and the contributions of noted fashion designers since 1850. The course considers social and economic influences on the designer and consumer in each period. (3)

AA 414 Fashion Show Production

The development of advanced planning required for a dramatized fashion show. Strategies for advertising and publicity, budget, floor plans, stage and program designs, appropriate to a target market; students plan lighting, sound and choreograph routines and produce the fashion show. Prerequisite: AA 374 or permission of the instructor. (3)

AA 415 Apparel Design III

Advanced study in the use of the draping method. Design concepts are developed to final, well-constructed original creations. Prerequisite: AA 250, AA 270, AA 350. (3)

AA 418 Advanced Problems in Fashion Design I

This course examines fashion design as both process and product. Students learn to integrate the elements of visual design, pattern making and draping, using special fabrics. The course also introduces the application of computer-aided design to pattern making. Prerequisite: senior status. (3) n

AA 420 Advanced Problems in Fashion Design II

A continuation of the advanced projects started in AA 418. Students create a line of garments suited to a specific market. Prerequisite: senior status. (3)

AA 421 Project

An investigation of a selected topic in the major emphasis area under the direction of a faculty advisor. The project is intended to develop independent research capabilities and presentation techniques for fashion design or fashion merchandising. Prerequisite: permission of the Dean of Arts and Sciences. (3-6)

AA 422 Senior Seminar in Fashion Merchandising

The capstone course in Fashion Merchandising. Presents current practices, trends, and problems in the field. Students learn to analyze contemporary problems by using the case study method and by presenting a written and oral case analysis at the end of the course. Prerequisite: senior status. (3)

AA 423 Senior Fashion Design Portfolio

Design for different markets is integrated with fashion drawing. Students create a portfolio for entry into the industry. Prerequisite: senior status. (3)

BIOLOGY

Note: All 4-credit courses require a laboratory.

BIO 110 Introduction to Environmental Science

An introduction to the study of the Earth’s natural systems and the forces that can affect them. Students will explore the Earth’s natural environments, the interactions of organisms with each other as well as their physical surroundings, and the sources and effects of stress on natural environments. Topics include nutrient cycling, the hydrologic cycle, trophic structures and interactions, human populations, soil, water, and air pollution, and the relationship of science to policy making. (4) n

BIO 111 Human Genetics

Introduces the nonscience major to principles of genetics as applied to humans. Recent advances in areas such as using DNA evidence, gene therapy, amniocentesis, in vitro fertilization, and learning and psychiatric disabilities are considered. Social, cultural, and ethical implications are reviewed. Laboratory will include experiences with DNA, Karyotyping, pedigree analysis, etc. Prerequisite: one semester of Biology. (4)

BIO 120 Introduction to the Biological World

This course introduces nonmajors to the biological world around them. Energy production, storage and conversion are explored. A survey of life leads from single celled organisms to chordates. The basic functioning of the systems of the human body are examined. (4)

BIO 151 General Biology I

A course for the beginning student in biology and a prerequisite for all subsequent courses for the major. The course addresses the chemical and physiological aspects common to organisms, such as cell structure, metabolism, and biosynthesis of molecules. Basic principles of molecular biology will be introduced. (4)

BIO 152 General Biology II

A continuation of the study begun in BIO 151. Topics focus on animal systems and address the diverse organ complexity and physiological functions. The course also extends the introduction of the rapidly evolving knowledge of molecular biology, gene structure, and regulation of expression. Prerequisite: BIO 151 or equivalent. (4)

BIO 161-162 Anatomy and Physiology I and II

A two-semester study of the structure and function of the human body with emphasis upon the interdependencies at the microscopic and cellular levels. Laboratory work includes dissection experiments related to physiological processes, microscopic observation of cell types, biochemical tests, and some diagnostic laboratory procedures. (4)(4) n

BIO 212 Biology of Aging

Introduces the student to the aging process at the cellular and subcellular levels. Surveys processes from single cell organisms to the human organism. Prerequisite: one semester of biology. (3)

BIO 220 Marine Science

An introduction to the physical and biological processes operating in the oceans. Some field trips are made to nearby marine areas. The course includes an analysis of human impact on the marine environment. Prerequisite: BIO 110 or permission of instructor. (4)

BIO 224 Endocrinology (formerly BIO 381)

Encompasses the study of hormones within plants, invertebrates, and vertebrates. A study will be made of their chemical classification and intracellular mechanisms, and the pathology noted when they are absent. Research methods used by endocrinologists are introduced. Prerequisite: BIO 152 and PSC 152. (2)

BIO 260 Microbiology

An analysis of the general principles of microbiology. The course includes the study of microbial growth and the relation of bacteria and viruses to infection, disease, and immunity. The role of pathogenic microbes and parasitic agents in the cause of disease is studied along with the role of various combative chemicals. Prerequisite: BIO 152 or BIO 162. (4)

BIO 262 Genetics

A study of the basic principles of inheritance from the classical studies of Mendel to current developments in molecular genetics. Students study the applications of genetic technologies to microorganisms, plants, and animals. The potential benefits of engineering and related ethical issues are discussed. Prerequisite: BIO 260. (4)

BIO 272 Parasitology

The study of the biochemistry, physiology, nutrition, immunology, life cycles, epidemiology, control, and chemotherapy of parasitic protozoans, helminths, and arthropod vectors. Emphasis is on parasites of man. Prerequisite: BIO 152 and PSC 152. (4)

BIO 301 Environmental Microbiology

A study of the functions and activities of microorganisms in natural environments. Microbial diversity and ecology will be discussed as a basis for understanding biogeochemical cycles of the elements, biodegradation, and interactions among microbial species in natural and artificial settings. Prerequisite: BIO 260. (3)

BIO 351 Environmental Toxicology

A study of toxins in natural environments and their effects on humans, animals, plants, and microorganisms. Basic principles of toxicology and risk assessment are also discussed. Prerequisites: BIO 152 and PSC 222. (3)

BIO 352 Integrated Advanced Environmental Lab

This course will familiarize students with the techniques of experimental environmental science, including chromatography, FTIR, computer modeling, measurement of microbial growth and biodegradation, and toxicity testing. There is a one-hour recitation and three-hour laboratory each week. Recitations emphasize the theory behind the techniques employed in the laboratory. Experiments are multidisciplinary. Prerequisites: BIO 110, BIO 260, PSC 222. (3)

BIO 361 Biochemistry

A study of the structures and functions of biomolecules (carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, and nucleic acids) found in living systems. An introduction to bioenergetics and kinetics as applied to those systems. Prerequisite: PSC 222 or equivalent. (3)

BIO 363 Cellular Biology

Examination of prokaryotic and eukaryotic cell structure and function. Emphasis on metabolism, regulation of cellular events, and basic genetic processes. The course provides an introduction to control of gene expression. Current techniques for study of the cell are explored in the laboratory. Prerequisites: BIO 262 and PSC 152. (4)

BIO 364 Immunology

Explores the structure and function of the immune system and its complexity. Topics range from the ultrastructure of lymphoid organs and cells to the genetic regulation of the system. Techniques for demonstration of immune system characteristics are used. Prerequisite: BIO 363. (4)

BIO 366 Animal Virology

Encompasses the fundamentals of virus structure and replication as well as some of the expanding knowledge in the field made possible through molecular biology. Their role in disease is emphasized. Laboratory techniques in viral analysis are applied. Prerequisite: BIO 363. (4)

BIO 367 Immunopathology

Expands on the foundations of BIO 364 to study aberrant immune responses, their characteristics, and causes. Students become acquainted with pathological parameters used in diagnosis of these conditions. Prerequisite: BIO 364. (3)

BIO 369 Advanced Molecular Genetics

The majority of this class is spent in the laboratory since the emphasis is on hands-on exploration of the techniques currently employed in research, forensic, and diagnostic laboratories. Prerequisite: BIO 363. (4)

BIO 385 Approaches to Teaching Secondary Biology

This course prepares the student to teach Biology at the secondary level by integrating content mastery with effective pedagogical strategies. A field experience (20 hours) is required. Prerequisites: ED 245S, ED 327S, and PS 329. (3)

BIO 400 Internship

Senior students may register for an internship with a cooperating employer in the Washington metropolitan area. The internship is monitored by a supervising professor and a representative of the employing firm. Prerequisite: senior status. (6)

BIO 410 Seminar

Provides an opportunity for an in-depth study of a topic of current interest selected annually. Discussion and research of the literature is encouraged as a means for examining both scientific aspects of the topic and the relationship of science to societal, legislative, and economic issues. Prerequisite: senior status or permission of instructor. (2)

COMMUNICATIONS

COM 100 Media Communications

An introduction to communications and the function of the media therein. Investigation of the historical, legal, theoretical, and ethical dimensions in communications. Lecture material is supplemented with presentations of audio and visual material illustrating how the media function. (3)

COM 101 Public Speaking

Analysis of the elements of oral communication and the development of communication skills through their disciplined use. The course explores public and personal communications values in both theory and practice. (3) l

COM 200 Desktop Publishing (formerly GD 263)

An introduction to the fundamentals of desktop publishing using QuarkXPress, Aldus Freehand, and Adobe Photoshop software. Students integrate type and images to produce camera-ready work. (3)

COM 203 Photography: Digital Imaging (formerly GD 363)

An introduction to the working relationship between design and photography with an emphasis on digital imaging. (3)

COM 204 Oral Interpretation

A laboratory experience in vocal development and control. The course explores forms of literature and the techniques involved in oral communication of literature. Focus is on the development of interpretative skills and persuasiveness with independent ideas. (3) l

COM 206 Introduction to Public Relations

The introductory course in the public relations sequence. The theory and history behind the practice of public relations are explored. Also covered are the general types of public relations practices including corporate, institutional, nonprofit, government, and political. (3)

COM 209 Introduction to Journalism

A basic writing course emphasizing development of reporting and interviewing skills through lab work and class assignments. The course includes extensive writing practice under deadline pressure as well as an assessment of ethical problems in the field and career opportunities. Minimal typing skills required. (3) n

COM 211 Principles of Language

An introductory investigation of basic constructs and subsystems of English structure as described by grammarians of various theoretical persuasions. (3)

COM 212 Introduction to the Technique of Acting

The goals of this course are to make a student aware of the transformation process whereby drama is turned into theater through the language of the theater, i.e. sets, lights, costumes, makeup, music, and/or the actor. Secondly, the course aims to make the student aware of the importance of textual analysis, which is the foundation for acting. (3)

COM 300 Report Writing

An advanced course in writing aimed at the logical and orderly presentation of materials, development of ideas, and effective communication of secondary materials from professional fields. (3)

COM 301 Intercultural Communication

A study of the influences of cultural variability within the communication process. Particular emphasis will be given to intercultural theories, cultural adaptation, interpersonal effectiveness and relationships, and ethnolinguistic identities. (3)

COM 302 Public Relations Techniques

Teaches the applications of public relations theory and principles. Students learn the requirements of different media such as newspapers, magazines, radio, television, and cable. They develop basic skills in publicity, promotion, campaign planning, and audience identification. Prerequisite: COM 206. (3)

COM 303 Video Production

An overview of video history, theory, and equipment as well as hands-on experience in preproduction, production, and post-production techniques. Students plan and execute their own video-taped presentations, which may be kept for portfolio purposes. (3)

COM 305 Journalism II

A continuation of COM 209 with emphasis upon complex news and feature stories, responsibilities of the press with reference to ethics and libel, and an introduction to makeup and layout. Lab work will include video display terminals. Prerequisites: proficiency in elementary word processing, COM 209. (3) n

COM 307 Broadcast Delivery

A laboratory experience in writing and delivering copy for radio and television. The course includes audio and video tapings of students delivering newscasts, commercials, interviews, and public service announcements. Both content and performance are evaluated. (3) l

COM 308 Advanced Desktop Publishing (formerly GD 311)

A study of advanced methods in desktop publishing and computer graphics. Focus on imaging, rendering, designing in multiple platforms, and storage management. Prerequisite: COM 200 or equivalent. (3)

COM 309 Multimedia Design (formerly GD 364)

An introduction to the integration of text, visual imagery, sound, animation, and video using computer technology. Students create a multimedia presentation. (3)

COM 310 Presentational Communication

Provides guided experiences that develop career-related oral communication skills such as listening, interviewing, communicating in small groups, and persuasion. Students practice these skills in classroom exercises and explore how the skills are applicable in professional environments. (3) l

COM 315 Writing for the Media

Focuses on writing skills required in professional fields. Applications include exercises in newswriting, press releases, and advertising descriptions along with a review of the analytic and research skills used in the professions. Prerequisites: COM 206, COM 209. (3)

COM 316 Broadcast Journalism

Focuses on gathering, writing, and preparing news for radio and television. Includes extensive practice in writing news for broadcast and handling taped material effectively. Prerequisite: COM 209. (3)

COM 317 Editing and the Editorial Process

Focuses on the editing process and the role of the editor in today’s print media. It includes extensive practice in editing, headline writing, and layout, as well as discussions of ethical standards and practice in the print media. Prerequisite: COM 209. (3) n

COM 318 Public Relations Case Studies

Examines solutions to public relations problems through an analysis of actual corporate and association cases. The focus will emphasize successful public relations management and practice through the systematic application of defining, planning and programming, acting and communicating, and evaluating results. Prerequisite: COM 206. (3)

COM 320 Organizational Communication

A study of communication research and its application to industrial and organizational systems. Particular emphasis will be given to organizational communication theory, leadership, climate and structure, motivation, message-processing, channels of communication, and the Communication Audit. (3)

COM 322 Principles of Communications Law

Examines the historical development of communications-related law and the interlocking technological, economic, political, and social issues affecting policies that guide and regulate the nation’s media and communications systems. (3)

COM 400 Internship

Senior students may register for 3-6 credits in an internship in a cooperating research or media communications agency in the Washington metropolitan area under the supervision of an instructor. Prerequisite: permission of the Dean of Arts and Sciences. (3-6)

COM 421 Project

An investigation of a selected topic in the major discipline. The project is intended to demonstrate ability to conduct independent research and present the results in writing of commendable quality. Prerequisite: permission of the Dean of Arts and Sciences. (3)

COM 425 Senior Seminar in Communications

The capstone course in Communications, designed to present current practices, trends, and problems of the field in a manner that develops both oral and written communication skills. Students are required to write a major research paper in their area of concentration. (3)

COMPUTER INFORMATION
SYSTEMS

CIS 101 Computer Applications I

A survey of the history and architecture of digital computers and an introduction to their number systems, vocabulary, and actual use. Students have the opportunity for interaction with the computer and popular software packages in a lab setting. Students will access information on the Web. (3) n

CIS 102 Computer Applications II

This course addresses computer concepts including networking, telecommunications, and the Internet. The course also provides a brief introduction to the use of a Web browser, such as Netscape, and Web page design using HTML. (3) n

CIS 106 Programming in COBOL

An introduction to the business-oriented language COBOL. Emphasizes the practical application of computer information systems concepts and strategies to file handling, data processing, and report generation. Prerequisites: CIS 101 and 102 or permission of instructor. (3) n

CIS 110 Introduction to Computer Information Systems

An introduction to the role and impact of the computer in modern organizations. Included is the study of hardware, software, telecommunications, application development, data processing, and principles of information systems. Prerequisites: CIS 101 and 102 or permission of instructor (3) n

CIS 120 Programming Concepts

A study of the basic concepts of algorithmic development. Student will write programs as solutions to real-world problems. Prerequisite: CIS 101 and 102 or consent of instructor. (3) n

CIS 210 Systems Analysis

An introduction to systems development life cycle issues, concerns, and methods. Both structured and object-oriented techniques are considered. Prerequisites: CIS 102, CIS 110, and MA 132, or equivalents. (3) n

CIS 220 Systems Design

A study of the practical methods for designing computer systems. Design strategies and desirable design qualities are studied and applied in a major class project. Prerequisite: CIS 210 and MA 155 or consent of instructor. (3)

CIS 300 Information Systems: Theory and Practice

This course introduces the topics of the decision process, the primary models of decision making, and how information is used for decision support. A major emphasis of the course is an introduction to decision analysis, including practical experience in modeling decisions, uncertainty, and preferences. The course also provides a brief introduction to decision support systems, as implemented on microcomputers. Prerequisites: CIS 220 and MA 155 or consent of the instructor. (3)

CIS 310 Database Systems Applications

This course examines database models, logical and physical database design, applications development, and database administration. Prerequisite: CIS 220 or consent of instructor. (3) n

CIS 320 Human Factors in Computer Information Systems

This course examines a variety of human needs in developing, operating, and using information systems. Prerequisite: CIS 220 or consent of instructor. (3) n

CIS 330 Distributed Processing and Telecommunications

This course studies the concepts and the technology of telecommunication and distributed processing. Topics include managerial concerns and interests, hardware, systems design, and operational factors. Prerequisite: CIS 220 or consent of instructor. (3) n

CIS 340 Preparing Computer Documentation

This course covers the practical approaches for preparing computer documentation. Preparation strategies and desirable design qualities are studied and applied in a major class project. Prerequisite: CIS 220 or consent of instructor. (3) n

CIS 350 Project Management

A study of the factors necessary for successful management of systems development or enhancement of projects. The course deals with both the technical and behavioral aspects of project management. Prerequisite: CIS 220 or consent of instructor. (3) n

CIS 360 Topics in Computer Information Systems

This course varies according to the topic announced. Students may not take the topics course more than twice in fulfilling degree requirements within the major. Prerequisite: CIS 220 or consent of instructor. (3) n

CIS 400 Internship

Advanced students register for a field experience in the metropolitan area. The internship is monitored by a faculty member. Prerequisite: Permission of the Dean of the School of Arts and Sciences. (3) n

COMPUTER SCIENCE

CS 105 Introduction to JAVA Programming

An introduction to programming in JAVA, an object-oriented programming language. Students will create stand-alone JAVA applications and JAVA applets which can be incorporated into hypertext markup language (HTML) files. Prerequisites: CS 110, CIS 120, or permission of instructor. (3) n

CS 107 Programming in FORTRAN

An introduction to structured programming using FORTRAN. This course concentrates on developing algorithms for solving scientific problems. (3)

CS 110 Programming I

A first course in programming for computer science majors and others with a serious interest in computing. Provides an introduction to techniques of problem solving, algorithm development, and object-oriented software development. Topics include simple data structures, file I/0, and flow of control. This course provides the foundation for further study in computer science. Prerequisite: MA 130 or equivalent. (4) n

CS 111 Programming II

A continuation of CS 110. Topics include advanced object-oriented programming and data structures such as linked lists, stacks, queues, and trees. Prerequisite: CS 110. (4) n

CS 112 Intensive Object-Oriented Programming I

An accelerated introduction to programming using C++. Emphasis is placed on object-oriented design as well as problem solving, algorithm development, and good structured programming style. Topics include: control structures, simple data structures (such as arrays), top-down design, object-oriented design using classes, recursion, pointers, operator overloading, and inheritance. Prerequisite: Admission to the Post Baccalaureate Certificate program or permission of instructor. May not be used to fulfill any requirement in the undergraduate Computer Information Systems or Computer Science majors. (4)

CS 115 Programming in Assembly Language

An introduction to direct control of the computer without the assistance of an operating system. The student learns how to program at assembly language levels. Prerequisites: A grade of C- or better in CS 111 and MA 150 or consent of instructor. (3) n

CS 150 The UNIX Operating System

This course offers a thorough study of the UNIX operating system. The course examines UNIX tools, the UNIX file system, shell programming, text editing, filters, pipes, macro processing, data analysis, text processing, and document maintenance. Prerequisite: A grade of C- or better in CS 110. (3) n

CS 160 Microcomputer Architecture and Hardware

This course examines the various hardware components of typical microcomputers. Students will explore performance characteristics of various microcomputer configurations, both hardware and software. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CS 111 or CIS 120. (3) n

CS 170 Local Area Networks

An examination of the technical problems in establishing and managing a typical local area network. The course examines a particular network implementation as well as generic aspects of such networks. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CS 111 and MA 150 or consent of instructor. (3) n

CS 180 Programming in C

An introduction to the C language using the UNIX operating system. The course emphasizes special features of C and their influence on program development. Prerequisites: A grade of C- or better in CS 111 and MA 150 or consent of instructor. (3) n

CS 210 The Structure of Programming Languages

An introductory study of language development and a survey of the major programming paradigms. Attention is paid to variable types, sequence control, recursive subprograms, concurrent execution, parameter passing and scope, and storage management. Prerequisites: A grade of C or better in CS 111 and MA 150 or consent of instructor. (3) n

CS 220 Data Structures and Algorithms

An introduction to effective data structures and algorithms. Testing and evaluating data manipulation algorithms with respect to memory needs, complexity, and speed are emphasized. Prerequisites: A grade of C- or better in CS 111, MA 150 and MA 181 or consent of instructor.
(3) n

CS 230 Computer Organization

An exploration of the organization of a modern digital computer and the heuristics of various designs. Prerequisites: A grade of C- or better in CS 111 and MA 150 or consent of instructor. (3) n

CS 232 Intensive Object-Oriented Programming II

This course solidifies object-oriented (OO) concepts that are introduced in CS 112 and extends them into advanced object-oriented techniques and data structures. Emphasis is placed on algorithm development in the OO paradigm and analysis of algorithms. Topics include polymorphism, templates, exception handling, linked lists, stacks, queues, trees, and sorting and searching algorithms. Prerequisite: CS 112, MA 192, MA 212 or permission of instructor. May not be used to fulfill any requirement in the undergraduate Computer Information Systems or Computer Science majors. (3)

CS 240 Theory of Computation

A study of models of computation, formal languages, and measures of complexity. Prerequisites: A grade of C- or better in CS 111, MA 150, and MA 181 or consent of instructor.
(3) n

CS 310 Introduction to Software Engineering

The study of software analysis, design, evaluation, and maintenance techniques. Prerequisite: A grade of C- or better in CS 220 or consent of instructor. (3) n

CS 312 System Software and Hardware

This course provides the student with a broad background in system software and hardware, and how these components work together to support user application programs. The course specifically introduces the major concepts of operating systems, compilers, and interpreters. In addition, this course provides an understanding of factors which affect computer hardware design and the major hardware components. This course provides part of the background for the non-Computer Science major to either pursue a graduate degree in Computer Science and/or to enhance their effectiveness as a software professional. Prerequisite: Admission to the Post Baccalaureate Certificate program, CIS 220, or permission of instructor. May not be used to fulfill requirement in the undergraduate Computer Science major. May be used as an elective in the Computer Information Systems major. (3)

CS 315 Compiler Construction

An introduction to the design and construction of compilers. Emphasis is placed on solving universal problems and language translation. Prerequisites: A grade of C- or better in CS 210, 220 and 240 or consent of instructor. (3) n

CS 320 Database Systems

An extended study of modern database technology from the point of view of three database models: relational, network, and hierarchical. Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in CS 220 or consent of instructor. (3) n

CS 330 System Architecture

An extension of CS 230. This course provides an understanding of modern hardware structure and operation of assembly, linking, and program loading. Prerequisite: A grade of C or better in CS 230 or consent of instructor. (3) n

CS 350 Operating Systems

A study of the major features of operating systems such as real and virtual memory, concurrent processing, disk storage techniques, resolving deadlocks, and protection. Prerequisite: A grade of C- or better in CS 230 or consent of instructor. (3) n

CS 360 Artificial Intelligence

An introduction to the broad principles of artificial intelligence with applications to typical problems. Prerequisite: A grade of C- or better in CS 220 or consent of instructor. (3) n

CS 385 Approaches to Teaching Secondary Computer Science

This course prepares the student to teach Computer Science at the secondary level by integrating content mastery with effective pedagogical strategies. A field experience (20 hours) is required. Prerequisites: ED 245S, ED 327S, and PS 329. (3)

CS 400 Internship

Advanced students may register for a field experience in the metropolitan area. The internship is monitored by a faculty member. Prerequisite: permission of the Dean of Arts and Sciences. (3-6) n

Criminal Justice

(see also Sociology)

CJ 209 The Criminal Justice System

An overview of the formal mechanisms of social control as manifested by the components of the criminal justice system (legislatures, law enforcement, courts, and corrections). Also examined are alternatives to formal processing including diversion, pretrial screening and dispute settlement programs. Prerequisite: SOC 131. (3)

CJ 308 Principles of Forensic Sciences

An examination of investigative and laboratory techniques used in the investigation of criminal offenses. Also examined are methods for searching crime scenes, analysis of firearm evidence, fingerprints, serology (including DNA), toxicology, questioned documents, and drugs. Major crimes, death investigation, and pathology are also explored. (3)

CJ 310 Policing in American Society

A survey of the history, development, environment, organization, and sociology of American law enforcement with an emphasis on state and local police agencies. Topics examined include police as service agency, police as government entity, and police as component of national criminal justice system. Prerequisite: SOC 131. (3)

CJ 311 Correctional Institutions

An overview of the theories, history, and functions of punishment and corrections in America. Topics examined include the origin and development of prisons and jails, prison administration, community-based corrections, legal rights of offenders, sentencing, parole, and capital punishment. Prerequisite: SOC 131. (3)

CJ 312 Criminal Justice Management

A behavioral-systems approach to traditional and contemporary management models as they relate to criminal justice agencies. Emphasis is placed on administrative problem-solving, organization and management theory, planning and research, social science, and psychology and sociology as they relate to communication and supervision. Case studies are used to facilitate learning. (3)

CJ 400 Internship

Practical experience in applied criminal justice or social service setting. Field experience is supervised and course is open only to senior Criminal Justice majors. Prerequisites: permission of the Dean of Education and Human Services. (6-9)

CJ 421 Project

Research of an original topic in criminal justice in collaboration with or under the direction of a faculty advisor. The project is intended to demonstrate ability to conduct and report independent research. (1-3)

CJ 495 Current Issues in Crime and Social Justice

An examination of contemporary criminal justice and social policy issues which heavily influence evolving sociological and criminological thought. This course, to be taken by Criminal Justice majors, is intended to be broad-based and comprehensive in scope by evaluating major social benchmarks from the past in order to prepare for the exigencies of the future. This course will also explore topical areas of sociology and criminal justice not covered in other courses. (3)

ECONOMICS

ECO 210 Principles of Microeconomics

The market mechanism, with a detailed examination of supply and demand and applications to monopoly power, externalities, resource markets, and instruments of social action. May be taken by itself or in ECO 210-211 sequence. (3)

ECO 211 Principles of Macroeconomics

Measurement and determination of aggregate levels of income and output, employment, and prices. The role of the central bank and the impact of government spending and taxation. May be taken by itself or in ECO 210-211 sequence. (3)

ECO 330 Managerial Economics

An application of microeconomics. Topics include estimation of demand, production and cost functions, and optimal pricing and output decisions under various market structures. Prerequisites: ECO 210, and MSC 300. (3)

ECO 332 Money and Banking

An analysis of the American banking system, monetary theories, and monetary policies with emphasis on the economic importance of the Federal Reserve System. Prerequisites: ECO 210, ECO 211. (3)

ECO 335 Public Sector Economics

An analysis of spending, tax and transfer policies in the public sector considering the nature of public goods, choice methods, cost benefit analysis, most favorable tax principles, and the role of social insurance. Prerequisite: ECO 210. (3)

ECO 386 International Economics

An introduction to the theory of international trade and finance with an emphasis on exchange markets, trade policies, factor movements, and the interrelationship of the domestic and international economy. Prerequisite: ECO 210, ECO 211. (3)

ECO 401 Economics of Regulation

An exploration of the theories of the regulation of economic activity, its applications, and its implications. Topics will include why and how the government regulates some types of economic activity (antitrust, industrial, and social policies) and how to economically design and assess the regulation policy. Prerequisites: ECO 210, ECO 211. (3)

ECO 431 Contemporary Issues in Economics

A selected group of substantive issues explored in depth, using the most recent methods of finding and utilizing information and the application of basic economic analysis. Prerequisite: ECO 210, ECO 211. (3)

ECO 451 Senior Seminar in Economics

An opportunity for assisted, self-directed study of a topic of interest. The study will culminate in a paper and oral presentation. Prerequisites: 18 credits in ECO courses numbered above 300. (3)

ECO 490 Internship

Senior students may register for field experience in cooperating business firms in the Washington metropolitan area. The internship is monitored by the director of internships and a representative of the cooperating company. Prerequisites: permission of the Dean of Business Administration; completion of 100 credits. (6)

EDUCATION

ED 245 Educational Foundations: Philosophy, History, Social Values

An exploration of the philosophical, historical and sociological foundation’s of current educational theory and practice. This course is a prerequisite for all junior-senior level Education classes. (3)

ED 245E Exploring Teaching

An exploration of the historical, philosophical, curricular, and sociological foundations of current educational theory and practice with an emphasis at the PK-3 level. Basic principles of curriculum design will be introduced. This course is a prerequisite for all courses in the PK-3 teacher licensure program. (3)

ED 245S Educational Foundations for Secondary Teachers

This explores the philosophical, historical, curricular, and sociological foundations of current educational theory and practice with emphasis at the secondary level. This course is a prerequisite for all junior- and senior-level education classes. (3)

ED 300 Reading, Writing, and Language Acquisition

This course examines the complex nature of reading, writing, and language acquisition including phonemic awareness, sound/symbol relationships, phonics instruction, decoding skills, and a knowledge of how phonics, syntax, and semantics interact. Schema theory and comprehension strategies are emphasized as students examine a variety of children’s literature for reading instruction and independent reading with diverse populations. Field experience: 30 hours. (6)

ED 310 Reading and the Language Arts

Reading, writing, listening, speaking, thinking, and viewing are studied in the context of language arts in the primary classroom. Various strategies for teaching spelling, writing, and grammar are included as well as creative arts and technology to reinforce language arts and reading. Techniques learned in class are implemented with diverse populations in the field experience. Field experience: 20 hours. (3)

ED 320 Assessing and Guiding Students in Early Childhood Settings

This course is part of the undergraduate teacher licensure program in early childhood education. It introduces assessment strategies and the principles of effective classroom management for early childhood environments. Students will demonstrate entry-level competency in the use of authentic and objective assessment strategies. Field experience: 20 hours. (3)

ED 327 Curriculum Designs

This course identifies, analyzes, and applies techniques of curriculum design and implementation. An appropriate curriculum project is required. This course is a prerequisite for all junior-senior Education courses. Field experience: 20 hours. ED 245 must be taken prior to or concurrent with ED 327. (3)

ED 327S Curriculum Design: Secondary Education

This course provides a foundation in the principles of effective curriculum design and instruction development for students preparing to teach at the secondary level. The course covers integrating technology into the curriculum, adapting the curriculum for students with special needs, interdisciplinary curriculum design, and assessment procedures. Field experience: 20 hours. Prerequisite: ED 245S. (3)

ED 337 Reading in the Content Areas

This course helps students develop the background knowledge and instructional strategies needed to become effective teachers of reading within their chosen content areas. Topics will include an overview of theoretical models of the reading process as well as practical strategies for developing reading comprehension, vocabulary knowledge, and study skills. (3)

ED 340A Strategies for Teaching (NK-8)

This course explores a wide variety of general teaching strategies along with theoretical rationale for current practices. Field experience: 40 hours. Prerequisites: ED 245, ED 327, PS 203. (3)

ED 354 Microcomputer Applications in Education

Designed to acquaint prospective educators with all areas of microcomputer applications in classroom instruction; includes history, uses, evaluation and selection of software, and programming languages. Prerequisite: ED 327 or equivalent. (3)

ED 360S Student Teaching:
Secondary Level

Supervised clinical experience in a field training site for 10 weeks. Readings and seminar attendance required. Prerequisite: Students must meet all requirements listed on page 76. (6)

ED 400 Teaching Mathematics and Science

This course develops background knowledge, appropriate attitudes, and developmental and diagnostic strategies for effective teaching and learning of mathematics and science in grades PK-3. Field experience: 30 hours. (6)

ED 410 Teaching History and Social Studies

This course addresses the necessary foundations for teaching History, Geography, Civics, and Economics as defined in the Virginia Standards of Learning. Students will demonstrate an understanding of the nature of history and the social sciences and how to facilitate the development of discipline and the related necessary critical thinking skills in young children. (3)

ED 411 Creative Experiences in Art

Exploration of means and materials for development of creative expression. (3)

ED 415 Behavior Management

Surveys the theoretical perspectives on managing group and individual behavior in the classroom. Emphasis is on learning practical strategies and techniques that enable teachers to deal effectively with children. Prerequisites: ED 245, ED 327, ED 340 A or F. (3)

ED 421 Project

An investigation of some selected topic in the major emphasis area under the direction of a faculty advisor. The project is intended to demonstrate ability to conduct independent research and present the results in writing of commendable quality. Prerequisite: permission of the Dean of Education and Human Services. (3-9)

ED 428 Teaching Older Adults

Emphasizes mental stimulation for older adults. Activities appropriate for teaching this population are presented and research examined. (3)

ED 460E Student Teaching: PK-3

Supervised clinical experience in a field training site for 14 weeks. Readings and seminar attendance required. Prerequisite: Students must meet all requirements listed on page 76. (6)

ENGLISH

EN 100A College Reading

A developmental course in reading and study skills improvement with emphasis on vocabulary building, improved comprehension, effective note taking and study skills, and critical reading. A grade of at least C- is necessary for successful completion of this course. (2)

EN 100B Fundamentals of Writing

A developmental course in the mechanics of writing with emphasis on the effective sentence and well-constructed paragraphs. Additional laboratory hours are required. A grade of at least C- is necessary for successful completion of this course. (2)

EN 101 Composition I

Instruction in the writing of essays and reports. Emphasis on the organization of paragraphs and the writing of clear and vivid prose. A minimum grade of C-is required for graduation; Education majors require a C. Prerequisite: passing score on English pre-test or successful completion of EN 100B. (3) l

EN 102 Composition II

A continuation of EN 101. Emphasis on rhetorical situations encompassing the writer, the audience, and the message. Students write a research essay and learn to use secondary sources. A minimum grade of C-is required for graduation; Education majors require a C. Prerequisite: EN 101 or equivalent. (3) l

EN 200 Approaches to Literary Study

Introduces students to the essential elements of the three major literary genres fiction, poetry, and drama. Develops analytic skills for the understanding and appreciation of literature. The course introduces the basic issues in literary criticism; English majors and minors only. (3)

EN 201 World Masterpieces: The Ancient World

A study of literary masters and masterworks from Gilgamesh and Homer to Virgil and Saint Augustine. (3)

EN 202 World Masterpieces: The Middle Ages

A study of European classics from the late antique to the late medieval periods. (3)

EN 203 World Masterpieces: Renaissance through Enlightenment

A study of European classics from the 15th through the 18th centuries. (3)

EN 204 World Masterpieces: Romanticism through Modernism

A study of major 19th-and 20th-century cultural movements and literary works. (3)

EN 205 American Literature I

A study of representative American literary works from the colonial period through 1870. (3)

EN 206 American Literature II

A study of representative American literary works from 1870 to the present. (3)

EN 211 Principles of Language

An introductory investigation of basic constructs and subsystems of English structure as described by grammarians of various theoretical persuasions. (3)

EN 212 Introduction to the Technique of Acting

The goals of this course are to make a student aware of the transformation process whereby drama is turned into theater through the language of the theater, i.e. sets, lights, costumes, makeup, music, and/or the actor. Secondly, the goal is to make the student aware of the importance of textual analysis, which is the foundation for acting. (3)

EN 301 The Writing Process: Theory and Practice

A study of traditional and contemporary composition theory stressing the connection between writing and learning. The course affords frequent writing practice to improve students writing skills and their ability to help others write more effectively. Prerequisites: EN 101, EN 102. (3)

EN 302 Creative Writing

Focuses on the production, critique, and revision of student work in fiction, poetry, and/or drama. Reading assignments are also required. The course does not fulfill the Humanities or Communications general education requirements. Prerequisite: EN 102. (3)

EN 318 Theater History

This course traces the development of theater from its ritual beginning until the late 20th century. Its broad purpose is to introduce students to the great theatrical traditions and to show the particular paths that the dramatic arts took over the centuries and across various cultures. (3)

EN 320 Short Fiction

An intensive study of American and European short fiction with emphasis on developmental patterns and recurring themes. (3)

EN 321 Modern Drama

A critical study of the development of modern drama in the 19th and 20th centuries from Ibsen to Stoppard. The course includes a study of realistic and anti-realistic trends in the modern theater. (3)

EN 322 19th-Century British Poets

Major British poets of the Romantic and Victorian periods in the context of the important literary traditions and techniques of their age. (3)

EN 323 Modern Poetry

Modern poetry beginning in the late 19th century. Selections from Whitman, Dickinson, Hardy, Hopkins, Yeats, Eliot, Pound, Stevens, Williams, Lowell, and more recent poets. (3)

EN 324 19th-Century Novel

The development of the Victorian novel from both formal and biographical perspectives. The theme of social and moral conventions affecting characters ability to love provides a unifying thread. (3)

EN 325 20th-Century Novel

A study of the novel in its modern phase from both formal and biographical perspectives. Works by Conrad and Ford and by writers they influenced form the core of the course. (3)

EN 330 Chaucer and the Courtly Love Tradition

A study of England’s master medieval poet in the context of a major literary current of the late medieval world. Exploration of the origins and major themes of courtly love poetry and a close study of selected Canterbury Tales and of Troilus and Criseyde, both in the original and in translation. (3)

EN 340 Major Women Writers

Examines the emergence and creative achievements of major women poets and novelists in both England and America. Focus on such writers as Jane Austen, Emily Brontë, Emily Dickinson, Edith Wharton, Willa Cather, Virginia Woolf, Doris Lessing, and Sylvia Plath. (3)

EN 350 The American Dream

Explores the American dream of success and its manifestation in various genres of American literature. (3)

EN 351 Literature of Childhood and Adolescence

This course examines the images of childhood, adolescence, and maturity projected by 19th and 20th century writers and the definitions of innocence and experience these images imply. (3)

EN 355 Shakespeare: Tragedies and Histories

Introduction to the tragedies and histories. Examination of the plays as a reflection of classical, medieval, Renaissance, and Elizabethan values. Emphasis on major themes such as the problem of evil. (3)

EN 356 Shakespeare: Comedies

Introduction to the comedies. Particular emphasis on Shakespeare’s changing concept of love. Other topics include the effect of Renaissance melancholy on the comic tone. (3)

EN 360 American Multicultural Literature

A study of contemporary American multicultural literature challenging the stereotypical definitions of American literature, identity, and society. Emphasis on issues surrounding literary expressions of multiculturalism exploring themes of conflict, alienation, and assimilation. (3)

EN 385 Approaches to Teaching Secondary English

This course prepares the student to teach English at the secondary level by integrating content mastery with effective pedagogical strategies. A field experience (20 hours) is required. Prerequisites: ED 245S, ED 327S, and PS 329. (3)

EN 400 Internship

Senior students may register for 3 to 6 credits in an internship in cooperating research or media communications agencies in the Washington metropolitan area under the supervision of an instructor. Prerequisite: permission of the Dean of Arts and Sciences. (3-6)

EN 421 Project

An investigation of a selected topic in the emphasis discipline. The project is intended to demonstrate ability to conduct independent research and present the results in writing of commendable quality. Prerequisite: permission of the Dean of Arts and Sciences. (3)

EN 424 Senior Seminar

Provides an intensive study of a selected literary movement or period from either British or American literature. Students produce a research seminar paper related to the topic studied. Required of all senior English majors; other students may enter with permission of the instructor. (3)

EN 490 Major Author(s)

Provides an in-depth study of one or two major writers. Author(s) announced in course schedule. (3)

FINANCE

FIN 301 Financial Management

The fundamentals of business finance, including financial analysis, planning, and control; management of working capital; analysis of long-term investment opportunities; and examination of internal and external sources of financing. Prerequisites: BUS 110, ACT 102. (3)

FIN 334 Investments

Survey of commercial and government investments with stress on understanding investment markets, primarily the stock exchanges. Prerequisite: FIN 301. (3) n

FIN 362 Intermediate Financial Management

A case study approach to corporate financial problems. The cases provide the basis for class discussion on the approach to financial problem solving. Prerequisite: FIN 301. (3) l

FIN 385 International Finance

Develops a conceptual framework for the analysis of financial decisions of the multinational firm. Topics include foreign exchange markets, foreign exchange risk management, parity conditions in international finance, foreign investment analysis, political risk, and financial management of the multinational corporation. Prerequisite: FIN 301. (3)

FIN 400 Senior Seminar in Finance

An opportunity for assisted self-directed study of a topic of interest. The study will culminate in a paper and oral presentation. Prerequisite: 12 credits in Finance and senior status. (3)

FINE ARTS

FA 103 Design I

An introduction to the basic principles of pure design using the elements of dot, line, form, shape, value, and texture, while investigating a variety of media. (3)

FA 104 Design II

A continuation of the use of the basic principles of pure design with the addition of color. Focuses on color tones of hue, value and intensity, the relativity of color to its surroundings, color temperature, and the psychological aspects of color. Prerequisite: FA 103. (3) n

FA 105 Drawing I

Introduces basic fundamentals of drawing with emphasis on perceptive and technical skills. Basic elements and principles of art are explored as they relate to graphic expression. (3)

FA 106 Drawing II

Explores further the technical and perceptive skills related to renderings in various color media with focus on students’ individual majors. Prerequisite: FA 105. (3)

FA 110 Cross-Cultural Visual Thinking

Investigation of basic drawing and design concepts from a cross-cultural perspective. (3)

FA 121-122 Music History I & II

Introduces basic elements of music composition and the relations among these elements. Students learn to recognize various musical forms and styles and to correlate the musical periods to other art forms and sociological factors. The first course covers early music to Beethoven; the second, Beethoven to the 20th century. (3)(3)

FA 137(A) Chorus

Development of a performing musical ensemble that enhances the level of music awareness and performing capability in students. (3)

FA 201 History of Art I

A survey of the basic concepts of painting, architecture, and sculpture in Western art from the Paleolithic period to the Renaissance. The course includes lectures at museums, films, slides, and seminar discussions. A general elective for all students. (3)

FA 202 History of Art II

A survey of the basic concepts of painting, architecture, and sculpture in Western art from the Renaissance to the 20th century. The course is a continuation of FA 201, but may be elected by all students. (3)

FA 209 Figure Drawing

An introduction to rendering the human figure for art and design applications. Students will also research renowned artists rendering styles. (3)

FA 211 Printmaking I

An introductory course dealing with the mechanics of organizing and executing a print using the screen-printing techniques of paper stencil, drawing fluid/screen filler, and photoemulsion. Students are exposed to both graphic art and commercial graphic applications. (3)

FA 213-214 Painting I & II

A continued studio course studying basic painting techniques and the principles of color and composition. Prerequisite: FA 105, FA 106. (3)(3)

FA 305 Pre-Classical Art

A survey of painting, sculpture, architecture, and decorative arts of ancient Egypt, the Near East, Crete, and Mycenae. (3)

FA 307 Printmaking II

An advanced study of the printmaking processes of FA 211. Prerequisite: FA 211 or permission of instructor. (3)

FA 313-314 Painting III & IV

A continued studio experience addressing problems and principles of techniques and aesthetics of painting for the advanced painter. Prerequisites: FA 213, FA 214. (3)(3)

FA 315 Classical Art

An examination of the painting, sculpture, decorative arts, and architecture of ancient Greece, Eutria, and Rome. Emphasis on the stylistic development of Greek art. (3)

FA 325 Medieval Art

A study of painting, sculpture, architecture, and decorative arts of Byzantium and Western Europe from the third through fourteenth centuries, with special emphasis on Christian art and symbolism. (3)

FA 345 Renaissance Art

An examination of the fine arts in Italy during the 14th, 15th, and 16th centuries. (3)

FA 350A-F 3-D Topics

The content of the 3-D Topics courses ranges from three-dimensional design to jewelry or the art of the book and other explorations of 3-D media. (3)

FA 365 Baroque Art

A survey of Baroque art with emphasis on the development of the Counter-Reformation styles in Rome and the Catholic countries. (3)

FA 370 19th-Century Art

A survey of the paintings from the Neo-Classical period through Art Nouveau, with emphasis on Realism, Impressionism, and Post-Impressionism. (3)

FA 380 20th-Century Art

An examination of art development over the 20th century with emphasis on the modern phenomenon of personal freedom in the style and context of painting, sculpture, and architecture. (3)

FA 385 Approaches to Teaching Art (K-12)

This course prepares the student to teach Art at the elementary and secondary levels by integrating content mastery with effective pedagogical strategies. A field experience (20 hours) is required. Prerequisites: ED 245/245S, ED 327/327S, and PS 203 or PS 329. (3)

FA 400 Internship

Senior students may register for 3-6 credits of field experience with cooperating institutions in the Washington metropolitan area. The internship is monitored by a supervising professor and a representative of the cooperating institution. Prerequisite: permission of the Dean of Arts and Sciences. (3-6)

FA 421 Project

An investigation of a selected topic in the major emphasis area under the direction of a faculty advisor. The project develops students’ independent research skills and the presentation of their results in an artistic medium and/or research paper. Prerequisite: permission of the Dean of Arts and Sciences. (3-6)

FA 481 Design

An introduction to the basic principles of pure design. Emphasis is on using design elements in black, white, and gray values and color tones. Focus is on hues, value and intensity, the relativity of color, color action, and the psychological aspects of color. Prerequisite: baccalaureate degree. (4)

FA 483 Drawing

Introduction to the basics of drawing with emphasis on perceptive and technical skills. Basic elements and principles of art are explored as they relate to graphic expression; includes rendering in various color mediums. Prerequisite: baccalaureate degree. (4)

Foreign Languages

French

FR 101 Introductory French I

Introduces the basic French communication skills of reading, writing, speaking, and listening. The course is designed for linguistic growth in the four skills. Emphasis is placed on conversation. The class is conducted in French. (3) l

FR 102 Introductory French II

Perfects the student’s knowledge of fundamentals and the use of French language skills. The class is conducted in French and includes a basic introduction to French culture. Prerequisite: FR 101 or equivalent. (3)

FR 201 Intermediate French I

Reviews basic skills in French and advances knowledge of grammatical structures and skill in conversation. The course stimulates spontaneous use of spoken French and is appropriate for students who have the equivalent of two years of high school French or one year of college French. (3) l

FR 202 Intermediate French II

Designed to increase and perfect the ability to speak, read, and write in French. Added emphasis is given to developing writing skills. The course is appropriate for students with a strong foundation in the language. Prerequisite: FR 201 or equivalent. (3)

FR 303 Contemporary French Civilization

Focuses on general overview of the social, political, and cultural trends in France and in francophone countries today. Readings, lectures, and class discussions are conducted in French. Prerequisite: FR 202 or equivalent. (3)

FR 305 Topics in French Literature

Each year the course readings focus on a different literary topic as announced in the course schedule. Readings, analysis, and discussions are conducted in French. Prerequisite: FR 202 or approval of instructor. (3)

German

GER 101 Introductory German I

A study of the basic German communication skills for reading, writing, listening, and speaking; a beginning course for students with no previous German training. Emphasis is on developing comprehension and conversation skills. (3) l

GER 102 Introductory German II

Continues the development of the beginning student’s knowledge of the foundations of German. Includes an introduction to German culture and customs. Course is conducted in German. Prerequisite: GER 101 or equivalent. (3)

GER 201 Intermediate German I

Presents a review of basic German language skills with emphasis on the use of German in realistic communicative settings. Appropriate for students with two years of high school German or one year of college German. Prerequisite: GER 102 or equivalent. (3)

GER 202 Intermediate German II

A course for strengthening and broadening intermediate level skills. Emphasis on reading contemporary short fiction and the development of writing skills. Appropriate for students with a strong basic knowledge of German. Prerequisite: GER 201 or equivalent. (3)

Spanish

SP 101 Introductory Spanish I

Teaches basic Spanish communication skills to students who have little or no previous training. Emphasis is on comprehension and production of simple sentence patterns. The class is conducted in Spanish. (3) l

SP 102 Introductory Spanish II

Broadens the beginning student’s knowledge of fundamental Spanish. The focus is on complex syntactic and semantic structures in all areas of communication skills. The course also introduces students to the Hispanic culture. The class is conducted in Spanish. Prerequisite: SP 101 or equivalent. (3)

SP 201 Intermediate Spanish I

Provides an active and comprehensive review of basic Spanish and is designed to improve the spontaneous use of spoken Spanish. It is appropriate for students who have had two years of high school Spanish or one year of college Spanish. (3)

SP 202 Intermediate Spanish II

Perfects the ability to speak, read, and write Spanish; special emphasis is given to developing writing skills. It is appropriate for students with a strong basic foundation in Spanish. Prerequisite: SP 201 or equivalent. (3)

SP 301 Communicating in Spanish

Students strengthen oral communication skills through discussion of contemporary issues in the Hispanic world. Not open to native Spanish speakers or those with near-native Spanish speaking skills. Prerequisite: SP 202 or approval of instructor. (3) l

SP 303 Spanish Civilization and Culture

A study of the historical and cultural roots of the Hispanic world in Europe and the Americas. The course is conducted in Spanish. Prerequisite: SP 202 or equivalent or approval of instructor. (3)

GEOGRAPHY

GEO 201 Introduction to Geography

This course introduces students to the fundamentals of Geography. It covers the areas of Physical, Historical, Cultural, and Political Geography. (3)

GRAPHIC DESIGN

GD 101 Software Lab I: Imaging

A hands-on introduction for new users to the main features and capabilities of Adobe Photoshop. (1)

GD 102 Software Lab II: Vector Graphics

A hands-on introduction for new users to the main features and capabilities of the leading illustration software, such as Illustrator and Freehand. (1)

GD 103 Software Lab III: Electronic Page Layout

A hands-on introduction for new users to the main features and capabilities of QuarkXPress. (1)

GD 104 Software Lab IV: Web & Multimedia Design

A hands-on introduction for new users to the main features and capabilities of Web editing and multimedia software, such as PageMill, Quark I Media, Acrobat, and Dreamweaver. (1)

GD 200 Desktop Publishing (formerly GD 263)

An introduction to the fundamentals of desktop publishing using QuarkXPress, Adobe Photoshop, and vector graphics software. Students integrate type and images to produce common business publications for print and use on the internet. Prerequisite: GD 103 or prior experience with appropriate software. (3) n

GD 203 Photography: Digital Imaging Applications (formerly GD 363)

An introduction to the working relationship between design and photography with an emphasis on digital imaging. Prerequisite: GD 101 or prior experience with appropriate software. (3) n

GD 255 Typography I

An introduction to the dynamics of typographic symbols as literal communicators and as design elements. Emphasis is on the historical evolution of type design, the anatomy of the letter form, and an introduction to digital typography. Prerequisite: GD 101. (3) n

GD 265 Typography II

An advanced study of typography using principles and continued computer techniques. Emphasis on how typeface, point size, and placement create impact. Prerequisite: GD 255 (3) n

GD 303 Video Production

An overview of video history, theory, and equipment as well as hands-on experience in pre-production, production, and post-production techniques. Students plan and execute their own video-taped presentations, which may be included in their portfolios. (3)

GD 304 Video Production II

An overview of the history, theory, and equipment of television studio production. Students will learn all phases of studio production through readings and hands-on experience. Students will plan and execute their own studio production. All productions will be taped for portfolio uses. Prerequisite: COM/GD 303. (3)

GD 305 Graphic Design Applications I

The application of effective visual communication methods to real-world problem solving. Emphasis on concept development, design strategy, and printing processes. Prerequisites: GD 203, 265, 312. (3) n

GD 308 Advanced Desktop Publishing
(formerly GD 311)

A study of advanced methods in desktop publishing and computer graphics. Emphasis is on the preparation of Internet, Web, and multimedia common business publications. Prerequisite: GD 200. (3) n

GD 309 Multimedia Design (formerly GD 364)

An introduction to the integration of text, visual imagery, sound, animation, and video using computer technology. Students create a multimedia presentation. Prerequisite: GD 102 or prior experience with appropriate software. (3) n

GD 312 Illustration I

An exploration of various illustrative techniques and technology for graphic application. Emphasis is on illustrative style and an introductory to digital illustration. Prerequisites: FA 105, 209 and GD 101, 103 or prior experience with appropriate software. (3) n

GD 314 Illustration II

A continuation of GD 312 Illustration I, this is an exploration of developing design relationships between text and illustration and advanced computer techniques for graphic applications. Prerequisite: GD 312. (3) n

GD 400 Internship

A Senior student may register for 3-6 credits in a field experience in the Washington metropolitan area. The internship is monitored by a faculty member. Prerequisite: permission of the Dean of Arts and Sciences. (3-6) n

GD 405 Senior Graphic Design Portfolio

An individual exploration of advanced visual communication problems with emphasis on personal style and professional presentation. An individual portfolio review by design professionals is included. Prerequisite: GD 305. (3) n

GD 421 Project

An investigation of a selected topic in the major under the direction of a faculty advisor. The project develops independent research capabilities and presentation techniques for graphic designers. Prerequisite: permission of department chair. (3)

HEALTH CARE
ADMINISTRATION

HCA 301 Introduction to Health Services and Administration

Provides the conceptual and technical foundation in the administration of health services. Focuses on the unique characteristics of the health care delivery process in the United States. Students are introduced to medical terminology and to concepts of disease and health. The course fosters understanding of the interactions between health, environments, organizations, populations, and health professions. (3)

HCA 351 Health Care Planning and Management

Preparation for and study of all phases in the planning and management of comprehensive health care delivery systems and institutions. An examination of the nature of planning, budgeting, personnel administration, control, evaluation, and the decision process in health institutions. Prerequisite: HCA 301. (3)

HCA 355 Health Care Strategic Planning

Focus on the application of economic theory to the health care industry, implications of alternative methods of financing, and examination of costs in a variety of delivery systems. The probable economic consequences of various national health insurance proposals and studied. Prerequisite: HCA 301. (3)

HCA 457 Current Issues in Health Care Policy

Focus on national health issues with inquiry into such topics as the crisis of costs, the government and health, the right to life, the dignity of dying, socialized medicine,and others. Prerequisite:HCA 301. (3)

HEALTH FITNESS
MANAGEMENT

HPR 100 Concepts of Lifetime Fitness

Provides students with knowledge and skills to adopt positive lifestyle behaviors that will enhance health, fitness, and quality of life. The course is required of all students other than those enrolled in the Nursing program. Should be taken during the first or second semester of the freshman year. (2)

HPR 102 Beginning Swimming

Focus is on development of basic swimming skills and water safety for the nonswimmer, the fearful swimmer, and the novice swimmer. (1)

HPR 103 Lifeguarding

Develops skills required for American RD c\Cross certification in standard First Aid, CPR, and lifeguarding. Skills required: Swim 500 yards continuously, surface dive, swim underwater 15 yards, tread water for one minute. (2)

HPR 104 Golf

Development of the fundamental skills and knowledge of golf. Emphasis on the value of a lifetime sport. (1)

HPR 106 Swimming for Fitness

Offers skill development to make swimming a lifetime sport. Includes water safety, stroke development, and aquatic training principles. (1)

HPR 107 Team Sports

Development of fundamental skills in selected team sports. (1)

HPR 108 Weight Training

Includes information and skills for safety and correctly improving muscular strength and endurance using weights. (1)

HPR 109 Karate

An introduction to Okinawan Isshinryu Karate, including basic self-defense skills and an emphasis on development of physical fitness. (1)

HPR 114 Water Aerobics

Provides aerobic exercise and total body conditioning and aquatic environment. Swimming proficiency not required. (1)

HPR 116 Water Polo

Provides opportunities for development of knowledge and skills needed for safe participation in water polo and to become better conditioned for aquatic sports. (1)

HPR 200 Physical Activity

Includes skills and techniques of a specific physical activity or sport (see the current schedule of classes for the specific offering each semester). HPR 200 may be repeated for credit, but the same activity/sport may not be repeated for credit. (1-2)

HPR 202 Exercise Physiology

Course focuses on energy metabolism in physical activity and their roles of musculoskeletal, nervous, respiratory, and cardiovascular systems in activity and physical fitness. (3)

HPR 210 First Aid and Safety

Trains the layperson to respond correctly in emergencies and to act as the first link in the emergency medical services system. (1)

HPR 211 Water Safety Instructor

Development of instructional skills and understanding of the teacher pupil relationship leading to certification as Red Cross Water Safety Instructor. Prerequisite: basic swimming proficiency. (2)

HPR 212 Swimming Pool Management

Includes information needed to operate safe pools, spas, and therapy pools and to qualify for a pool operator’s permit. (1)

HPR 220 Health and Safety

Survey of health issues and problems in modern society. Topic include personal health; disease prevention and control; consumer and environmental issues; and alcohol, drug, and tobacco use and abuse. (3)

HPR 225 Health Psychology

Examines the relationship between health knowledge, beliefs, attitudes and behaviors and health maintenance, illness prevention, and the diagnosis and treatment of disease. (3)

HPR 250 Athletic Training Clinical Experience

Provides supervised learning experiences in athletic training. Counts toward 1,500 hours needed for NATA certification. Students may not register for more than 2 credits of HPR 250 per semester; 200 training room hours must be completed for each credit earned. Course open only to Health Fitness Management majors. Current CPR and first aid certification required. Co-requisite: HPR 260. (1-6)

HPR 260 Introduction to Sports Medicine

Focuses on the role of the athletic trainer and fitness personnel in conditioning, injury prevention, evaluation, and rehabilitation. Includes mechanisms of injury and tissue healing. (3)

HPR 301 Health/Fitness Program Management

Studies organizational patterns, administrative problems, and supervisory techniques in health, fitness, and recreation agencies. Includes financial management, personnel, public relations, liability, evaluation, and facility management. (3)

HPR 302 Fitness and Health Assessment

Provides information and experience in the administration and interpretation of health risk appraisals and health-related fitness tests. Tests include blood pressure, body composition analysis, strength, endurance, flexibility assessment, and submaximal cycle erogometry. Prerequisite: HPR 202. (3)

HPR 304 Developing Physical Training Programs

Course covers basic principles of development of safe and individualized cardiovascular conditioning, muscular strength, and flexibility programs. Includes leadership techniques for aerobics and resistance training programs. Prerequisite: HPR 202. (3)

HPR 320 Athletic Injury Recognition and Prevention

Provides advanced information in athletic training and sports medicine. Course focuses on emergency procedures, therapeutic modalities, sport pharmacology, and taping and orthotics, with application to specific musculoskeletal conditions. Prerequisite: HPR 260. (3)

HPR 335 Lifespan Fitness and Health

Considers age-related biological changes and limitations that may affect health and fitness. Health conditions, medications, and treatment regimens common to specific ages are reviewed, with reference to design of safe and effective exercise and health behavior change programs. (3)

HPR 340 Nutrition for Physical Fitness

Examines the role of nutrition in maintaining health and physical fitness. Includes information on weight management, sports nutrition, and disease prevention. (3)

HPR 400 Senior Internship

Offers students the opportunity for supervised, practical experience in organization and administration of physical fitness programs and further skills in direct leadership. Placement options include community, corporate, or commercial fitness/recreation facilities or within a sports medicine setting such as a physical therapy clinic. Students must complete 6 credit hours of internship over one or two semesters. (3-6)

HPR 406 Stress Management

A holistic approach to understanding stress. Analysis of causative psychosocial stressors and intervening physiological mechanisms. Emphasis on prevention and control of stress through such techniques as meditation, exercise, biofeedback, nutrition, and neuromuscular relaxation. (3)

HPR 410 Kinesiology and Applied Anatomy

Provides a scientific basis for the study of human motion, including anatomic and mechanical aspects. Emphasis on practical applications for the fitness specialists and athletic trainer. Prerequisite: HPR 202. (3)

HPR 421 Project

An elective investigation of a selected topic in the major emphasis area under the direction of a faculty advisor. The project is intended to demonstrate ability to conduct independent research and present results in writing of commendable quality. (3)

HISTORY

HI 203 History of Western Civilization I

A study of the rise and contribution of the dominant ancient civilizations, the medieval Christian heritage, and the feudal way of life. (3)

HI 204 History of Western Civilization II

A study of the forces that shape the modern world and of transcendent problems of the contemporary age. The course emphasizes the development of European civilization. (3)

HI 210 History of the United States to 1877

A survey of the history of the United States from the Colonial period to 1877. (3)

HI 211 History of the United States Since 1877

A survey of the history of the United States from the Reconstruction period to the present. (3)

HI 250 Research and Writing

An introduction to the sources and methods used in historical research and writing. (3)

HI 300 Heritage of Great Britain

A course arranged during the sessions offering the student opportunity to visit and study famous British sites related to art, architecture, history, drama, and literature. Itineraries will be announced 6 months in advance. (3)

HI 304 History of the British Isles:
Iron Age to 1603

This course examines the major political, socioeconomic, intellectual, and religious developments in the British Isles (including Ireland, Scotland, and Wales) up to the death of Queen Elizabeth I. Specific areas examined include the indigenous Celtic populations, the Roman and Anglo-Saxon conquests, the formation of the Anglo-Norman kingdom, and the Tudor monarchy. (3)

HI 305 History of the British Isles:
1603 to the Present

This course examines the major political, socioeconomic, intellectual, and religious developments in the British Isles (including Ireland, Scotland, and Wales) from the death of Queen Elizabeth I to the reign of Queen Elizabeth II. Specific areas examined include the English Civil War, the Hanoverians, the industrial revolution, the emergence of modern social classes, Victorian England, and Britain in the 20th century. (3)

HI 310 Modern European History: 1815-1914

An examination of the European civilization from the Congress of Vienna through World War I. The issues of war, imperialism, and power are studied in the context of the emerging nation states. (3)

HI 311 Modern European History:1914-to the Present

An examination of 20th century European civilization with a focus on the rise of communism, fascism, Nazism; economic developments and markets;causes and results of war; and the collapse of European colonialism. (3)

HI 315 Modern French History: 1789 to the Present

A study of the political, economic, social and cultural history of France from the French Revolution to the present. The course Charts France’s search for security through the Fifth Republic and examines the contemporary role of France in Europe and the European Community. (3)

HI 320 Social and Intellectual History of Europe:1648-1789

An investigation of major social and intellectual influences from the period of the Thirty Years’ War to the French Revolution. The course focuses on the implications of Natural Law and Natural Rights theories for the eras of Scientific Revolution and the Enlightenment. (3)

HI 321 Social and Intellectual History of Europe:1789-1914

A study of the period from the French Revolution to the the outbreak of World War I focusing upon the intellectual and social impacts of the great social and industrial revolutions. The course considers the rise of ideology, new faiths, responses to capitalism, and new trends in the arts and sciences. (3)

HI 322 Colonial and Revolutionary America

A study of colonial American society from 1607 to 1789, beginning with the development of English colonies in North America and ending with the establishment of and independent and constitutional government. The course examines the social, economic,and political growth of the colonies leading to the American Revolution a;nd proceeds on to the problems of creating a new nation. (3)

HI 323 The Early National Period and the Jacksonian Era

An examination of the major themes in United States history from the ratification of the Constitution through the events of the Mexican-American War. The course emphasizes the development of a political nation, the creation of a market economy, and the changing characteristics of the developing society. (3)

HI 325A-F Topics in American History

Provides an opportunity for students to study a specific group or region or theme in American history. Subjects vary from semester to semester and will be made available to students prior to registration. (3)

HI 330 The United States: Civil War and Reconstruction

A study of the political, economic,social, and cultural history of the United States leading to the secession and Civil War from 1861 to 1865, and an examination of the policies of reconstruction in the decades to following the war. (3)

HI 335 American Diplomatic History

A study of the political relationships of nations that have affected U.S. diplomatic actions and the influences of social and economic policies shaping the development of American foreign policy to date. Recommended for Politics students. (3)

HI 345 The Gilded Age and the Progressive Era

This course examines the social, political, economic, and cultural changes that occurred in the United States from the end of Reconstruction through World War I. Topics include urbanization, consumerism, immigration, political machines, the rise of Big Business, social reform, Populism, Progressivism, and Imperialism. (3)

HI 350 Modern United States History

This course ocuses on the development of the United States since World War I. Among the issues examined are the United States as a world power, the development of popular culture, and the civil rights movement. (3)

HI 360 Ancient Greece and Rome

A study of the political, socio-economic, and cultural developments of ancient Greece and the Roman Empire. The course focus on the development of the Greek polis; the rise, expansion, and collapse of the Roman Republic; and the legacy that these civilizations left to European history. (3)

HI 365 History of Medieval Europe

The course covers topics in medieval European history from the end of the Roman World to the transitional period of the 15th century. The study includes an examination of the Church-State relations, the development of the Christian culture, and the institution of feudalism. (3)

HI 375 The Renaissance and the Reformation

A study of topics in European history from the end of the of the medieval period to the Thirty Yers War. The course examines the cultural contributions of the Italian Renaissance, the major events of the Catholic and Protestant Reformations, and the wars of religion. (3)

HI 380 The Age of Absolutism and Enlightenment (1618-1815)

This course will trace the major intellectual and political trends in European history from the Thirty Years War to the fall of Napoleon. Specific areas examined include royal absolutism, the Scientific Revolution, the Enlightenment, and the French Revolution. (3)

HI 385 Approaches to Teaching Secondary History and Social Science

This course prepares the student to teach History and Social Science at the secondary level by integrating content mastery with effective pedagogical strategies. A field experience (20 hours) is required. Prerequisites: ED 245S, ED 327S, and PS 329. (3)

HI 400 Internship

Senior students register for 3 to 6 credits in an internship with a service or research agency in the Washington metropolitan area. The internship is monitored by and supervising professor and a representative of the cooperating agency. Prerequisite: senior status and a grade point average of 2.5 in major courses. (3-6)

HI 420 Senior Seminar

An examination of interpretations and arguments regarding the purpose and meaning of history. The seminar aims to develop a critical understanding of the discipline of history required for continued and coherent study, and to challenge the student to develop and analytical interpretation of historical events. (3)

Humanities

HU 200 Imagination and Wisdom

The course introduces the student to study in central humanities disciplines: literature, fine arts, history, and philosophy or theology. The approach begins with an introduction to each discipline as a distinct area and proceeds to explore their interdependence and integration. Through a thematic approach the course argues that the unique aspect of studies in the humanities is that these disciplines address “wisdom questions” (i.e. questions about the ultimate purpose, meaning, and end of human experience) and the imagination. (3)

HUMAN RESOURCE
MANAGEMENT

HRM 335 Human Resource Management

An introduction to human resource functions, including workforce planning, recruitment, selection, and training procedures, management development, wage and salary administration, and labor relations. Prerequisite: MGT 301. (3)

HRM 336 Labor Relations

A survey of the American labor movement with focus on legislation and regulations governing the management of employees. Discussion of unions, labor contracts, and employer-employee relations. Prerequisite: HRM 335. (3)

HRM 340 Staffing and Development

Strategies are explored for effectively recruiting, selecting, and training employees to meet organizational and individual performance needs. Prerequisite HRM 335. (3)

HRM 423 Performance Management and Compensation

Topics include performance management methods and the development of effective feedback and reward systems, as well as compensation methods used to pay level, pay structure, and individual pay decisions. Emphasis on motivational and productivity issues underlying the development of effective performance management and compensation systems. Prerequisite: HRM 335. (3)

HRM 450 Strategic Human Resource Management

Capstone learning opportunity for the undergraduate Human Resource Management major. Designed as as small interactive seminar, during which students prepare and present cases and gain knowledge of the human resource management function as a system. Prerequisite: HRM 335. (3) l

INFORMATION MANAGEMENT

IM 340 Information Systems

Explores information systems as a means of information management. To accomplish this, the course looks first at the nature of organizations and their need for information, then at the nature of information technology, and finally combines the two for a look at information systems. Prerequisite: CS 101 and MSC 201 or equivalent. (3) n

IM 341 Information Systems Analysis and Design

An overview of the field of systems analysis and design as it applies to automated business information systems and of the role of the systems analyst in organizations. Theoretical analysis and design is compared and contrasted with actual practice in contemporary organizations. Prerequisite: IM 340 or equivalent. (3) n

INTENSIVE ENGLISH

Note: A minimum grade of C is required in the following courses in order to continue to the next level.

IE 103 Fundamentals of English I

A course for students who are not proficient in English. Emphasis on the basic skills of reading, writing, speaking, and listening. The course includes the study of sentence structure, idioms, vocabulary, and pronunciation. Wide use is made of the audio and visual facilities of the Instructional Media Center. 25 hours per week. (6) l

IE 104 Fundamentals of English II

A beginning course for students who have some knowledge of basic English but need more practice with the skills. Emphasis on practical application of the basic skills through experiential learning. Required participation in out-of-class learning projects as well as in laboratory work. 20 hours per week. (6)

IE 110-111 Intermediate Intensive English I and II

A continuation of the skills introduced in the beginning levels: development of reading and writing skills, advanced grammar study, and introduction to academic concepts and vocabulary. 7.5 hours per week each. (2)(2)

IE 112 Introduction to Literature

An introduction to the study of literary forms. The course includes selected readings from British and American authors with explanation of the texts. 4.5 hours per week. (3)

IE 113 Advanced Composition for the International Student

Introduces the student to composition, style, and form. Principles covered include paragraph and short theme development, as well as the mechanics of punctuation and correct sentence structure. 4.5 hours per week. (3)

IE 114 Oral Communication Strategies

This course emphasizes spontaneous and informal oral communication as well as practice in more formal speaking situations. Focus on individual problem areas of pronunciation and organization. 4.5 hours per week. (3) l

INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES

IS 200 Approaches to Gender and Society

This course examines contemporary issues of gender across the curriculum as they are related to such disciplines as language, writing, popular culture, the media, work, science, psychology, ethics, and history. In addition to lecture/discussion in the classroom, students will view films and participate in community service as they explore the impact of gender on our common humanity. (3)

INTERIOR DESIGN

ID 101 Introduction to Interior Design

Introduction to the field of interior design, its relationship to other design disciplines, and the occupational opportunities and responsibilities of the profession. Emphasis on basic design theory, design vocabulary, and visual awareness of the built environment. Introductory course to the program. (2)

ID 111 Architectural Graphics I

Introductory course in mechanical drawing and freehand techniques for the representation and study of architectural form and the interior environment. Includes lettering, floor plans, cross sections, elevations, perspectives, and isometric drawings using various paper-based media. Emphasis on perspectives and developing visual judgment in preparation for use of computer aids. Studio. (2)

ID 212 Architectural Graphics II

Introduction of computer graphic skills with continued development of manual skills in the form of plans, sections, elevations, and three-dimensional representations. Emphasis on perspectives and manipulation techniques using computer software. Studio. Prerequisite: ID 101, ID 111. (3) n

ID 214 Architectural Graphics III

Introduction to the fundamentals and the application of architectural rendering techniques. Emphasis on methods of preparing visual and verbal presentations of interior design projects by acquiring specific skills in color and black/white rendering techniques, both manually and through the use of computer software. Studio. prerequisite: ID 212. (3) n

ID 231 Textiles and Finish Materials

Focuses on textiles and finish materials used in interior environments with an emphasis on types of fiber, construction techniques and the end use of products. Collection of a database for textiles and materials is required. Building codes, standards, and regulations are studies. (3)

ID 241 Interior Design I: Residential

An introduction to principles of residential design for interior designers. The course focuses on the design process, design concepts, space planning, color theory for interiors, and furnishing, textile, and finish selection. Sketching and drafting techniques are reinforced through floor plans, elevations, and perspectives drawn by hand and computer. Studio Prerequisite: ID 101, ID 111. (2) n

ID 242 Interior Design II: Human Factors

A continuation of residential design projects for interior designers. Through increasingly complex design problems, emphasis is placed upon the design process, concept development and furniture, textile, and finish selections. Universal design, proxemics, anthropometrics, and ergonomics are introduced. Hand and computer-generated floor plans, elevations, perspectives, and models are used in project presentations. Studio. Prerequisite: ID 241. (3) n

ID 313 Computer-aided Drafting and Design

Application of computer-aided drafting and design concepts, methods and skills used in interior design. Emphasis on the utilization of the CADD functions and skills to further enhance the design development and production phases of the design process. Required of transfer students who have not had an equivalent sequence of ID 111, ID 212, and ID 214. (3) n

ID 332 Building Technology

Survey of residential and commercial building systems and codes. Focus on structural and environmental systems and the methods utilized in construction and installation. Technical information provided on wood frame, steel, concrete, and masonry construction; and heating, ventilation, air conditioning, plumbing, electrical systems, and acoustics. Site visits to construction sites as permitted. Prerequisite: junior standing. (3)

ID 333 Lighting Design

Provides a basic knowledge of and background to the various components and materials utilized in lighting with an emphasis on the terminology, principles, and theory of illumination design. Concentration on establishing objective criteria for making and evaluating decisions in the lighting design process, as they relate to interior design space planning. Lighting calculations are utilized as a means of determining illumination needs. Prerequisite: junior standing. (3)

ID 343 Interior Design III:
Office Planning

Strategic facilities planning of the office environment including both traditional and component office layouts. Emphasis on programming analysis, schematic design, design development, and final presentation with attention to environmental needs and building codes. Freehand drafting, sketching, models, and computer-aided drafting and design skills are utilized. Studio. Prerequisite: ID 242. (3) n

ID 344 Interior Design IV: Commercial

Comprehensive design solutions are developed for such commercial spaces as retail, healthcare, churches, restaurants, and hotels. Programming, design development, building codes, and formal presentations are emphasized. Freehand drafting, working drawings, models, and computer-aided drafting and design skills are further developed. Studio. Prerequisite: ID 343. (3) n

ID 350 History of Interiors I

The course is an historical and aesthetic survey of mainly Western architecture, interior, furniture, and decorative arts for ancient times through the 17th century. Stylistic developments, significant structures, important people, social history, and material culture are covered. (3)

ID 351 History of Interiors II

A continuation of an historical and aesthetic survey of mainly Western architecture, interiors, furniture, and decorative arts, from the 17th to the 20th century. Stylistic developments, significant structures, important people, social history, and material culture are covered. (3)

ID 400 Internship

Provides a field experience in the Washington metropolitan area. Appropriate settings include interior design firms, architectural firms, governmental design agencies, and institutions specializing in home furnishings. The internship is monitored by a faculty member. Prerequisite: permission of the Dean of Arts and Sciences. (3-6)

ID 412 Furniture and Display Design

A survey of various construction methods and techniques used in the creation of custom designed furnishings with an emphasis on contemporary trends and the development of the necessary drawing and 3-D modeling skills to convey the design. Studio. Prerequisite: ID 242. (3)

ID 421 Project

Investigation of a selected topic in the field of interior design. provides an opportunity for majors to explore thoroughly a subject previously studied in the program or to investigate one which is not part of the curriculum. The project is intended to demonstrate ability to conduct independent research and present the results in a commendable quality. Prerequisite: permission of the Dean of Arts and Sciences. (3)

ID 434 Business Procedures

Survey of interior design business practices from the types of design services to business organizations. Analysis of various project phases, contract documents and specifications are emphasized. Provides a broad understanding of business ethics, professional organizations, and procedures. Prerequisite: junior standing. (3)

ID 445 Interior Design V: Special Populations

Comprehensive design solutions are developed for larger scale spaces and special populations, such as assisted-living, child-care facilities, and other special needs. Programming, design development, building codes, and formal presentations are emphasized. Freehand drafting, modeling, and computer-aided drafting and design skills are utilized. Studio. Prerequisite: ID 344. (3) n

ID 446 Interior Design VI: Senior Project

Students complete individually selected comprehensive design solutions that involve client analysis, programming, and the determination of interior architectural materials, furnishings, and lighting design. Senior capstone course. Studio. Prerequisite: ID 445. (3) n

ID 452 American Interiors

Covers American home and furniture design from the 17th century to the present. Architecture of the same period is analyzed relative to historic preservation, renovation, and adaptation. (3)

ID 453 Modern Design and Architecture

Background of the dominant influences and character of interiors and architecture during the 20th century. Through local field trips and variety of techniques, students will explore the 20th century development, its relation to the preceding periods, and the effects on the present era. (3)

ID 454 Historic Preservation

An introduction to the terminology, principles, practices, and development of historic preservation in the United States with particular emphasis upon interior design. Through various media presentations, local field trips, and guest speakers, students are exposed to the current attitudes in the profession. (3)

ID 485 Accelerated Architectural Graphics

An introduction to the use of mechanical and architectural drafting techniques. Emphasis on development of drafting skills, architectural lettering, and graphic expression through orthographic projection, isometrics, obliques, perspectives, floor plans, elevations, details, and working drawings. Introduction to computer skills as a graphic expression. Studio. Prerequisite: baccalaureate degree. Corequisite: ID 101. (4)

ID 487 Accelerated Interior Design Studio

An introduction to the fundamentals of the practice of interior design. With emphasis on the principles of residential design, the course includes drafting, color theory, spatial arrangements, graphic expression, detailing, and presentation skills. Studio. Prerequisites: baccalaureate degree, ID 485. (4)

LIBERAL STUDIES

LS 300 Liberal Studies Readings and Portfolio Development

In this course students learn how to develop a personal portfolio that will function as a metacognitive record of their intellectual and experiential development in the Liberal Studies program. Readings from important figures in the humanities and sciences are discussed to foster development of critical thinking skills and an understanding of the interrelationships between the liberal studies disciplines. (3)

LS 400 Liberal Studies Internship

Senior students are placed in an internship with a cooperating employer in the Washington metropolitan area. The internship is monitored by a supervising professor and a representative of the employing firm. Prerequisite: Approval of the Dean of Arts and Sciences. (3-6)

LS 420 Senior Seminar

This course examines ways to integrate learning in the two major fields in which course sequences have been completed. The student plans, researches, and writes a major paper in which a topic that integrates the two fields is addressed. Prerequisite: LS 300, senior status. (3)

LS 421 Project

An investigation of a selected topic in the major field. The goal is to demonstrate independent research and present scholarly results in writing of commendable quality. Prerequisite: Approval of the Dean of Arts and Sciences. (3)

MANAGEMENT

MGT 110 Introduction to Business

A survey of American business. The student is given an overview of business formation, management origins, and the functional relationships of marketing, finance, personnel, systems analysis, and production of the organization and its environment. MGT 110 is prerequisite to further study and must be completed with a grade of C or better for those students selecting Business Administration as either a major or minor field. (3)

MGT 301 Principles of Management

An introduction to the basic theory and practice of management. Examination of the managerial functions of planning, organizing, staffing, directing, and controlling, and analysis of environmental influences on decision making. Students will be asked to use microcomputer programs for business applications. MGT 301 is a prerequisite to further study in business and must be completed with a grade of C or higher by those students selecting Business Administration as either a major or a minor field. Prerequisite: MGT 110. (3)

MGT 302 Organizational Behavior

A study of the human dynamics of the work environment focusing on theories that explain the interactions among individuals, groups, and organizational processes. Topics include motivation, leadership, power and conflict, decision making, communication, organizational culture, and the multicultural workforce. Provides opportunities for self-assessment of managerial skills. Prerequisite: MGT 301. (3) l

MGT 309 Small Business Management

Introduction to the management of small business firms for Business, Fashion Merchandising, and Retail Management majors. The course examines diverse functions including development of a small business plan, sales promotion, and monitoring of cash flow. (3)

MGT 349 Public Administration

Survey and review of the field of public administration with focus on how public officials decisions affect the business sector, and how private groups interact with public officials. Topics include internal dynamics of public organizations, acquisition and allocation of tax dollars, making public policy decisions, and understanding how public officials deal with constituent groups. Prerequisite: MGT 302. (3)

MGT 385 International Business

An investigation of the international environment. Topics include multinational organizations, international trade, effects of imports-exports on balance of trade, exchange rates, restraints, and controls. Prerequisite: ECO 211. Recommended: FIN 301. (3)

MGT 391 Business Writing and Speaking

The primary emphasis of this course is on writing: Helping you learn how to write clearly and correctly for busy people at work. A small part of the course will cover fundamentals of business speaking; specifically, students will work together to prepare and present a computer presentation (an extraordinarily useful skills for students in today’s business environment). (3)

MGT 451 Strategic Management

An analysis of major business policy decisions using case studies, simulations, and class discussion. Development of the understanding of the interrelationship of economic, marketing, financial, and management functions through integrating cases. Prerequisites: FIN 301, MGT 301, MGT 302, MGT 391, MKT 301, senior status. (3)

MGT 490 Internship

Senior students may register for 6 credits of field experience with cooperating business firms in the Washington metropolitan area. The internship is monitored by a supervising professor and a representative of the cooperating company. Application should be made 3 to 6 months prior to registration to permit exploration of internship opportunities. Prerequisites: permission of the Dean of Business Administration, senior standing, and a 2.0 GPA upon conclusion of 100 credits. (6)

MGT 499 Independent Study

Students investigate selected topics in the major areas under the direction of a faculty advisor and the Dean of Business Administration. Prerequisite: permission of the Dean of Business Administration. (3)

MANAGEMENT SCIENCE

MSC 200 Applied Business Mathematics

A general study of the role played by mathematics in management science provides students with an adequate foundation to pursue more advanced work in statistics and other quantitative methods used in business. Instruction focuses on realistic business examples. Prerequisite: MA 130. (4)

MSC 201 Business Problem Solving

Develops skills to solve problems in marketing, finance, management science, and other areas using basic spreadsheet operations. Prerequisites: CS 101, ACT 102, MA 132, MGT 110. (3) n

MSC 300 Applied Statistics
and Decision Making

Focuses on how to apply advanced statistical and quantitative decision-science techniques to business situations. The course addresses the role of forecasting in business and the use of quality control statistical methods. Prerequisites: MSC 200, MSC 201, MA 132. (3) n

MSC 301 Quantitative Analysis for Management

A survey of the quantitative analysis techniques used to solve management problems, with emphasis on the potentials and limitations of mathematical models and proper areas for their applications. Extensive use is made of microcomputer models. Prerequisite: MSC 201, MSC 300 or equivalent. (3) n

MSC 337 Production and Operations Management

A study of the concepts, issues, and decisions facing production and operations managers through the identification and analysis of a variety of operational problems. Emphasis on quantitative analysis techniques used by managers to solve these problems. Extensive use of microcomputer models. Prerequisites: MGT 201, MSC 300. (3) n

MSC 345 Project Management

An introduction to the concepts, methods, and applications of project management as practiced by government and private industry. Students will become acquainted with the quantitative tools used in project management and with computer-based software tools. The course will also focus on the managerial and behavioral aspects of project management. Prerequisites: MSC 300, MGT 301. (3)

MSC 420 Modeling and Simulation

A beginning simulation course to develop a basic understanding of simulation as an approach and process that facilitates business decision making. Focuses on the process of developing simulation models that can be used for business decisions. Students use simulation tools to develop small scale models and become acquainted with real-world applications to business decisions, both domestic and international. Prerequisites: MSC 201, MSC 300. (3) n

MSC 450 Business Competitiveness and Management Science

Integrates management science concepts and techniques learned in prerequisite courses and develops an understanding of how management science can contribute to manufacturing and service firms to ensure survival in today’s competitive international environment. Course examines the major competitiveness decisions such as time, flexibility, and cost, and focuses on those key management and technological factors or techniques that have proven successful to both manufacturing and service companies. Prerequisites: MSC 201, MSC 337, MSC 420. (3)

MARKETING

MKT 301 Principles of Marketing

A study of the system of interacting business activities that deliver goods and services to present and potential customers. Analysis of the problems of planning, research, and logistics that confront the modern marketing manager. (3)

MKT 308 Retailing I

An introduction to the retail business: the analysis of large and small retail operations, site location, store layout and design, advertising and display, relation of the store to its intended target market, store organization, and merchandise mathematics. (3)

MKT 313 Sales Skills and Strategies

An overview of the sales role as it relates to revenue generation within firms. Topics covered in this course include the sales cycle, the sales process, basic selling skills (such as questioning techniques and objection handling), account management, territory management, compensation planning, and sales force management. Prerequisite: MKT 301. (3)

MKT 319 Advertising

Introduction to advertising and its planning, creation, and use. Purposes of advertising in our economy and society and the role of advertising in the marketing plan. Includes familiarization with the media, media planning, and creative execution. Prerequisite: MKT 301. (3) l

MKT 360 Consumer Behavior

An analysis of the behavior that consumers display in searching for, purchasing, using, and evaluating products, services, and ideas which they expect will satisfy their needs. Prerequisites: MKT 301, PS 101. (3)

MKT 385 International Marketing

Lectures, discussion, and case studies are used to understand international and multinational marketing. Specific topics include the importance of culture, international marketing groups, channel structures, and ethical issues. Prerequisite: MKT 301. (3)

MKT 402 Retailing II

An advanced course in Retail Management, building on skills acquired in MKT 308 and emphasizing use of the case study method to analyze real problems faced by retail executives. Prerequisite: MKT 308. (3)

MKT 412 Marketing Research

Through case study and field assignment, the student is aided in the development of expertise in problem formulation and in primary and secondary data collection techniques such as question making. Prerequisites: MKT 301; MSC 300. (3) n

MKT 416 Marketing Management

An examination of marketing policy decisions using a case study approach. Emphasis on the integration of marketing activities and the formulation and execution of marketing strategy within environmental constraints. Prerequisites: MKT 301 and two additional marketing courses. (3)

MATHEMATICS

MA 100 Fundamentals of Mathematics

Mathematical operations are reviewed with emphasis on developing a solid foundation in algebraic principles. Topics include operations with signed numbers, equations, graphing of quantitative information, elementary number theory, and practical problem solving. (2)

MA 121 Introduction to Mathematical Problem Solving

A survey of topics in mathematics that develops critical thinking skills, flexibility of thought, appropriate problem solving strategies, and ability to express ideas in mathematical language. Strategies include modeling, using symmetry, algebra, logical reasoning, set theoretic analysis, detecting patterns, and making predictions. Emphasis is placed on developing skills in analysis, estimation, and verification. This course is not a direct prerequisite for further elgebra or algebra dependent study. Prerequisite: Placement recommendation or MA 100. (3)

MA 125 Introduction to College Mathematics

An introduction to topics, techniques, terminology, and applications of algebra. This course is intended as preparation for MA 130 and MA 132 and for those who plan further mathematical studies. Prerequisite: Placement recommendation or MA 100. (3)

MA 127 Elementary Applied Geometry

A survey of elementary geometrical topics stressing numerical relations rather than proofs. Emphasis is given to topics needed for design and for teacher preparation below the secondary level (proportion, area and volume, elementary trigonometry, symmetry). Prerequisite: Placement recommendation or MA 125. (3)

MA 130 Precalculus I

A study of exponents and radicals, relations, functions, graphs, quadratic functions, systems of equations, and complex numbers. This is the first in a two-course precalculus sequence. Prerequisite: high school Algebra I and II and placement recommendation or MA 125. (3)

MA 131 Precalculus II

A study of algebraic and transcendental functions including linear, quadratic, polynomial, rational, trigonometric, logarithmic, and exponential functions. This is the second in a two-course precalculus sequence. Prerequisite: MA 130 or placement recommendation. (3)

MA 132 Statistical Analysis

An introduction to basic descriptive and inferential statistical procedures used in the analysis of data. Students are required to use the TI83 calculator in this course. No credit toward Mathematics major; credit for minor requirements is given for only one of these two courses: MA 132 or MA 228. Prerequisite: MA 125. (3)

MA 150 Discrete Mathematical Structures

This course introduces basic discrete mathematical ideas, many of which were developed in the late 20th century to solve problems in computer science. Topics include mathematical induction, elementary graph theory, trees, counting methods, boolean algebras and combinatorial circuits, number systems, sets, sequences, and equivalence relations. Prerequisite: Placement recommendation or MA 130. (3)

MA 155 Finite Mathematics

The course introduces common problems that can be modeled and solved using techniques of finite mathematics. Among the techniques are the uses of matrices and systems of linear equations applied to elementary linear programming, probability, and stochastic processes. Prerequisite: Placement recommendation or MA 130. (3)

MA 181 Calculus I

This course emphasizes separate visual, analytical and numerical approaches to the fundamental ideas of elementary differential calculus. Applications such as optimization are stressed. Graphing calculators are used to explore properties of functions and to facilitate computations. Prerequisite: MA 131 or placement recommendation. (4)

MA 182 Calculus II

A study of elementary integral calculus and some of its geometric applications. Topics include techniques of integration, L’Hosital’s rule, areas, and volumes. Graphing calculators are used to facilitate computations. Prerequisite: MA 181 or placement recommendations. (4)

MA 192 Topics in Calculus for Computer Science

The goal of this course is to explore concepts in calculus that are used heavily in Computer Science. This includes limits, derivatives, and their application to finding maxima and minima, as well as sequences and series, and integration. Most computations will be carried out using mathematical software such as Maple. Prerequisite: Admission to the Post Baccalaureate Certificate program or permission of instructor. May not be used to fulfill any requirement in the undergraduate Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, or Mathematics majors, or the Mathematics minor. (4)

MA 212 Topics in Mathematics for Computer Science

This course includes topics from linear algebra, quantitative analysis, and discrete mathematics, which are used heavily in Computer Science. It provides part of the mathematics background necessary to enter a masters program in Computer Science. Prerequisite: Admission to the Post Baccalaureate Certificate program or permission of instructor. May not be used to fulfill any requirement in the undergraduate Mathematics major or minor. (3)

MA 215 Linear Algebra

An introduction to real vector spaces, linear transformations, matrices, determinants, eigenvalues and eigenvectors, and inner product spaces. Prerequisite: MA 182 or placement recommendation. (3)

MA 221 Calculus III

A continued study of differential and integral calculus of a single variable. Topics include polar coordinate systems, infinite sequences and series, and an introduction to vector spaces in three dimensions. Students are introduced to the appropriate use of software to solve problems in calculus. Prerequisite: MA 182 or placement recommendation. (4) n

MA 222 Calculus IV

A study of multivariable calculus. Includes elementary 3-dimensional geometry, vector-valued functions, partial differentiation, and multiple and line integration. A computer program is used to create three dimensional graphs and to perform difficult numerical integration. Prerequisite: MA 182, MA 221, or placement recommendation. (4) n

MA 225 Differential Equations

This course provides students with a first look at Ordinary Differential Equations that focuses on concepts rather than techniques, and equally addresses qualitative, numeric, and analytic approaches to this subject. Students must work intelligently with a computer algebra system to analyze various differential equations and models that arise in the course. Topics include basic modeling, slope fields, bifurcations, some standard forms of differential equations, numerical methods, properties of linear systems, and the analysis of nonlinear systems. prerequisites: MA 182. (3)

MA 228 Probability and Statistical Inference

A study of the theory of probability, related to use in statistical inference in daily life. Includes solution of problems using the probability laws, random variables, mathematical expectation, and binomial probability, testing of null and alternative hypotheses, and application of the Central Limit Theorem to statistical inference. Required for the Mathematics major. Prerequisite: MA 182. (3)

MA 230 Introduction to Proof Techniques Through Discrete Mathematics

This course is a bridge to advanced mathematics courses, designed with the purpose of enhancing students ability to write and understand proofs. It is a study of logic and methods of proof through topics in discrete mathematics. The methods studied in this course can be applied to any mathematical subject area. Prerequisite: MA 181. (3)

MA 302 Advanced Statistics

Introduction to analysis of variance and advanced correlational techniques, including use of computers to analyze data. Prerequisite: MA 228. (3)

MA 320 Abstract Algebra

An introduction to abstract reasoning in mathematics in the context of algebraic structures such as rings, fields, and groups. Prerequisite: MA 215 and 230. (3)

MA 321 Euclidean and Non-Euclidean Geometry (formerly MA 235)

A study of plane geometry based on Euclid’s axioms, both with and without the parallel postulate. Includes formal study of the consequences of these axioms and algebraic models of both euclidean and non-Euclidean systems. Prerequisites: MA 215 and MA 230. (3)

MA 325 Real Analysis

This course examines fundamental analytical concepts such as continuity, convergence of sequences, and series of numbers and of functions, differentiation, and integration. Students will read and write proofs. Prerequisite: MA 222 and 230. (3)

MA 327 Complex Analysis

A study of the functions of a complex variable and their applications. Topics include mappings, limits, continuity, differentiation formulas, and integration formulas for functions of a complex variable. Prerequisite: MA 222. (3)

MA 330 History of Mathematics

A traditional survey of the development of mathematics from ancient to modern times. The student learns how mathematics grows from the intellectual and practical problems of the culture and, in turn, contributes to that culture. Prerequisite: MA 182. (3)

MA 340 Topics in Mathematics for Secondary Teachers

A survey of selected topics from the secondary school curriculum at an advanced level. The student studies mathematics as a direct extension and expansion of secondary mathematics topics. Included in this study is a history of the changes in American school mathematics curriculum. Prerequisite: MA 182. (3)

MA 385 Approaches to Teaching Secondary Mathematics

This course prepares the student to teach Mathematics at the secondary level by integrating content mastery with effective pedagogical strategies. A field experience (20 hours) is required. Prerequisite: ED 245S, ED 327S, and PS 329. (3)

MA 390 Topics in Mathematics

Selected topics for advanced level studies in mathematics. Topics announced in course schedule. (3)

MA 390A Topics in Mathematics: Mathematical Modeling

This course provides a thorough introduction to the mathematical modeling process while allowing students the opportunity to practice modeling skills. The course will provide an introduction to model types, with an emphasis on model construction. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. (3)

MA 390B Topics in Mathematics: Topology

This is an introduction to some of the basic concepts of point-set topology. Topics include basic set theory, continuous functions, open and closed sets, metric spaces, connectedness, compactness, and their extensions to arbitrary topological spaces. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. (3)

MA 390C Topics in Mathematics: Mathematical Logic

This is an introduction to some of the basic concepts of logic. Studies will include propositional and predicate calculus, recursive functions, and computability. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. (3)

MA 390D Topics in Mathematics: Combinatorics

This course will present a survey of modern combinatorics, a field that has grown rapidly in the last few years and which has extensive applications in computer science. Students will be expected to state and prove results about counting principles, equivalence relations and partitions, inclusion and exclusion, recurrence relations, generating functions, Latin squares, block designs, affine and projective planes, and the relationship between linear codes and designs. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. (3)

MA 390E Topics in Mathematics: Numerical Analysis

This course introduces numerical methods for solving applied problems in analysis. Students will develop solutions (or approximate solutions) of mathematical equations which model real world phenomena. The numerical routines will be implemented using Maple. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. (3)

MA 390F Topics in Mathematics: Graph Theory

This is an introduction to elementary graph theory and its applications in a wide variety of areas. Students should develop facility with mathematical proof, show how graphs are applicable to a wide variety of subjects, and solve applied problems. Prerequisites: permission of instructor. (3)

MA 390G Topics in Mathematics: Complex Analysis

A study of functions of a complex variable and their applications. Topics include mappings, limits, continuity, differentiation formulas, and integration formulas for functions of a complex variable. Prerequisite: permission of instructor. (3)

MA 400 Internship

Senior students register for 6 credits in an internship with a cooperating employer in the Washington metropolitan area. The experience is monitored by a supervising professor and a representative of the cooperating firm. Students completing requirements for mathematics certification fulfill internship requirements through practice teaching. Prerequisite: senior status. (6)

NURSING

Nursing courses are open only to students who are accepted into the Nursing program.

NU 101 Nursing I

The beginning course is designed to assist students in understanding and applying the nursing process to the care of clients in health care agencies. Foundation skills and concepts inherent in the care of all patients are presented. Selected areas of medical-surgical nursing content are included. A close correlation is maintained among the sciences, nursing theory, laboratory practice, and clinical experience in health care agencies. Corequisite: BIO 161. (7) n

NU 102 Nursing II

Focuses on the application of the nursing process to the care of clients with abnormal behavior problems. Concepts of etiology, treatment, and rehabilitation are integrated into a study of nursing roles in psychiatric settings. Prerequisite: NU 101; co-requisite: PS 101. Corequisite (Accelerated Program only) NU 101. (6) n

NU 103 Administration of Medications

The nursing process provides the framework for this course, which focuses on the delivery of drug therapy for clients. Emphasis is on the role of the nurse in calculating accurate dosages for oral and parenteral drugs. The legal and ethical responsibilities of the nurse as caregiver and teacher are presented. (2) n

NU 200 Nursing III

Designed to assist students in applying the nursing process to the care of acutely ill adult medical-surgical clients. Emphasis is placed on the acquisition of scientific rationale underlying appropriate nursing intervention. Concepts of diet therapy, pharmacology, rehabilitation, and mental health are integrated. Clinical experience in acute care agencies. Prerequisites: BIO 161, BIO 162, NU 101, NU 102. Corequisites: BIO 261 and NU 201. (5) nl

NU 201 Nursing IV

Designed to assist students in applying the nursing process to the care of chronically ill adult medical-surgical clients. Emphasis is placed on the acquisition of scientific rationale underlying appropriate nursing intervention. Concepts of diet therapy, pharmacology, rehabilitation, and mental health are integrated. Clinical experience in chronic care agencies. Prerequisites: BIO 161, BIO 162, NU 101, NU 102. Corequisites: BIO 261, NU 200. (5) nl

NU 202 Nursing V

Designed to assist students in applying the nursing process to the care of maternity clients. The family-centered care concept serves as the instructional foundation, with emphasis on both the normal and abnormal aspects of maternal and newborn health. Laboratory experience is provided in labor and delivery and family- centered units. Prerequisites: BIO 161, BIO 162, BIO 261, NU 101, NU 102, NU 200, NU 201. (5) nl

NU 203 Nursing VI

Designed to assist students in applying the nursing process to the care of pediatric clients. As in maternity, the family-centered care concept serves as the instructional base, with emphasis on the nurses role in meeting developmental, physical, and psychosocial needs of children. Clinical experience is provided on diverse pediatric units. Prerequisites: BIO 161, BIO 162, BIO 261, NU 101, NU 102, NU 200, NU 201. (5) nl

NU 204 Nursing VII

A seminar in nursing concerned with the study of the major trends in the delivery of health care and the practice of nursing. Emphasis is on the personal and professional responsibilities of a nurse in a society with changing health needs. Must be taken concurrently last semester with NU 202-203. (1) nl

NU 302 Health Assessment

Prepares the student to perform a comprehensive health assessment of physiological, psychological, spiritual, socio-cultural, and developmental variables of individual clients across the lifespan. History taking and physical assessment skills are developed. Prerequisites: BIO 161, BIO 162, NU 102, NU 102, NU 200, NU 201. (3)

NU 304 Transcultural Concepts in Health and Illness

Provides an introduction to transcultural theories, concepts, and principles that help to explain the health care needs and responses of individuals and groups within the context of their cultures and subcultures. An emphasis is placed on the conduct of culturally competent health assessments. (3)

NU305 Alternative/Complementary Medicine

The broad purpose of this course is to introduce learners to various modalities of alternative/

complementary/integrative medicine. Course content will provide learners the ability to critically analyze and evaluate the many dimensions of these approaches for application in their personal lives and professional practices. The learners will participate in experiential exercises in various alternative/complementary/integrative techniques including, but not limited to, autogenics, imagery, movement, biofeedback, therapeutic touch, music, and hypnoses. (3)

NU 310 The Nurse, the Client, and the Health Care System

Explains the philosophy and structure of the program, and creates a foundation for future nursing courses and contemporary nursing practice. Beliefs about man, society, health, and nursing are explored so that students can examine the relationship of these factors. Issues in the delivery of health care and the roles of the nurse and client within the health care system are investigated. Prerequisites: NU 101, NU 102. (3)

NU 360 Advanced Therapeutics

Explores the roles of therapeutic nutrition and pharamacological agents in promoting wellness and/or restoring equilibrium for clients whose natural defenses are at risk or disrupted by stressors. The collaborative and teaching roles of the nurse are stressed and specific interventions are identified for primary, secondary, and tertiary prevention for clients receiving pharmaceutical or nutritional therapy. Prerequisite: A.A.S. Nursing, PSC 121. (3)

NU 362 Pathophysiology

Examines the changes associated with physiologic and psychiatric disease states, and relates these changes to signs and symptoms encountered in health assessment. The pathology of disease is differentiated from the developmental changes expected to occur over the course of a lifespan. Prerequisites: BIO 161, BIO 162. (3)

NU 363 Acute Care Nursing

Provides a theoretical foundation for beginning nursing practice in the care of the acutely ill client in the acute care setting. Opportunities are provided for simulated application of technologies and emergency interventions in the laboratory environment. Prerequisites or corequisites: A.A.S. Nursing, NU 362, PSC 121. (3)

NU 400 Community Health Nursing

Presents public health concepts, principles, standards, theory, and intervention modalities in nursing practice. Clinical experience is provided in distributive settings. Client advocacy is promoted and teaching is emphasized. A car is required for home visiting. Prerequisites: A.A.S. Nursing, R.N. licensure, NU 302, 310, 360, 362. (6)

NU 403 Research and Critical Inquiry

Introduces the process of systematic investigation for the continued development of new knowledge and to answer complex pragmatic problems. Emphasis is given to the interdependence of the parts of the research process and to analysis and synthesis of the complex body of published research reports. Primary attention is given to the development of research skills. Prerequisites: NU 310, MA 132. (3)

NU 410 Leadership and Management in Nursing Practice

Focuses on the roles of the professional nurse as a leader in the health care environment and a manager of the health care of clients in a variety of clinical settings. Theories of leadership, management, and organizational behavior are introduced, and practical applications for the evaluation, documentation, and continuous improvement of client outcomes are included. Prequisites: A.A.S. Nursing, 300-level Nursing courses. (3)

NU 411 Social and Political Issues in Nursing

Explores the social and political forces that impact health care environments at the local, national, international, and global levels. Students examine legal and ethical accountability, bioethical decision making, state and federal regulatory authority, development of nursing as a profession, and the economic and political aspects of health care. Prerequisites: A.A.S. Nursing, 300-level Nursing courses. (3)

NU 490 Nursing Internship

Provides an opportunity for students to experience the role of the professional nurse through supervised clinical practice with a preceptor in a selected health care agency. Prerequisites: R.N. licensure. (3)

NU 499 Independent Study

Students investigate selected topics in nursing under the direction of a faculty advisor and the Dean of the School of Health Professions. Independent study enables students to pursue specialized interests and develop skills in critical analysis. (1-3)

PARALEGAL STUDIES

LA 248 Business Law I

A study of the rights and relationships involved in the laws of contracts, sales and agency, including the Uniform Commercial Code. (3)

LA 249 Business Law II

A study of the law relating to the development and operations of partnerships and corporations, and of the government agencies that regulate business. Prerequisite: LA 248. (3)

LA 280 Introduction to Paralegal Studies

Survey of various kinds of law practice and those aspects that are the responsibility of the legal assistant. Areas covered include law office management, role of attorneys and paralegals, ethics and research. (3)

LA 301 Civil Litigation

Introduction to the rules governing lawsuits, the jurisdiction of courts, and the procedures in preparing materials for trial. Stress on techniques of client interview, pleadings, information gathering, organizing, and retrieval. Prerequisite: LA 280 or permission of the Dean of Business Administration. (3)

LA 302 Criminal Litigation

An introduction to the rules governing criminal procedure from indictment, pre-trial motions, plea bargains, jury selection, through prosecution by the trial court, emphasizing the role of the paralegal in the process. (3)

LA 303 Litigation Support Technology

Provides an introduction to current litigation software products and instruction on database creation, management, and use; deposition management; courtroom presentations; and overall case management. Prerequisite: LA 301. (3)

LA 305 General Practice I

Survey of the laws of estates and trusts, bankruptcy, and legal ethics. Practice in preparing materials of probate, estate planning and bankruptcy filings. Prerequisite: LA 280. (3)

LA 306 General Practice II

Survey of the laws of partnerships, corporations, domestic relations and legal ethics. Emphasis on preparation of documents and materials. prerequisite: LA 280. (3)

LA 391 Legal Research and Writing I

Provides an understanding of the terms and research tools used in legal research. Presents a clear understanding of legal terminology and its use in the preparation of legal briefs, memoranda, and opinions. Develops students’ legal research skills and gives students legal writing experience. (3) n

LA 408 Real Estate Practices

Study of real estate documents and financing instruments with emphasis on their preparation, abstracting, and recording. (3)

LA 409 Public Law and Procedure

An overview of the federal legislative process, the federal regulatory process, the federal administrative agency procedures, etc., and an overview of state legislation and regulatory procedures. Prerequisite: LA 280 or permission of the Dean of Business Administration. (3)

LA 430 Legal and Current Issues in Human Resource Management

Examines the current trends and issues in the profession of human resource management. Addresses recent legislation, court decisions, and regulations as they affect the human resource function. Prerequisite: HRM 335. (3)

LA 490 Internship

Senior students in their final semester receive field experience in a cooperating corporation or law firm in the Washington metropolitan area. The experience is monitored by a faculty member and an attorney in the cooperating corporation or firm. (6)

LA 491 Computerized Legal Research

This course provides instruction on the use of Lexis, Westlaw, and the Internet in the legal environment, and their use in the preparation of research documents in various areas of the law. This course is a continuation of LA 391. Prerequisite: LA 391. (3) n

PHILOSOPHY

PH 101 Logic

An introductory examination of the problems involved in maintaining consistency in thinking, describing reality, and identifying knowledge and certainty. The course includes practice in the avoidance of fallacy and an analysis of the method of reasoning required for science. (3)

PH 203-204 Philosophers of the West I and II

A study of the major philosophies influencing Western civilization from the pre-Socratic period to the present. The course emphasizes interdependent themes from science, ethics, aesthetics, and politics. (3)(3)

PH 210 General Ethics

A study of the pervasive, fundamental character of value judgments in human life. Concepts of the good, freedom, responsibility, and justice are considered in their historical development through source readings from major philosophers. (3)

PH 300 Symbolic Logic

A systematic study of the formal nature of deduction. The course includes an introduction to quantification theory, relational propositions, set theory, and propositional calculus. Prerequisites: PH 101 and permission of instructor. This course does not fulfill the Liberal Arts core requirement. (3)

PH 301 Ethics and Public Policy

A consideration of current problems for social and individual ethical behavior. The course considers specific conflicting values related to human freedom and responsibility; the individual and society; political and civil rights; and the family and society. The course aims to involve the students both individually and collectively in the experience of problem solving. (3)

PH 303 Ethics and the Computer

An examination of ethical and legal problems that result from growing computer technology and computer dependency. Topics include issues of privacy, control, computer crime, liability, and professional responsibility for the computer scientist. This course does not fulfill the Liberal Arts core requirement. (3) n

PH 304 Environmental Ethics

This course applies ethical theories to problems relating to the ecosystem and examines ways in which individuals and institutions ought to act to protect and preserve the environment. This course does not fulfill the Liberal Arts core requirement. (3)

PH 305 Business Ethics

Examines the ethical foundations of business and the role of ethical judgment in business decisions. The course reviews theoretical foundations and examines case study applications. (3)

PH 325 Ancient Philosophy

Focuses on the major arguments in the philosophies of Plato and Aristotle with emphasis on ethical and political concerns. Representative texts from Plato’s early dialogues, and Republic or Gorgias, and from Aristotle’s Ethics and Politics are studied. Historical background of issues related to the works will also be examined. Prerequisite: PH 203. (3)

PH 326 Medieval Philosophy

Examines the perceptions of the Middle Ages through a concentration upon the intellectual themes expressed in philosophical, theological, and literary texts. The relationship between faith and reason is presented as the fundamental problem of the period and is considered in a variety of contexts including the relation between divine and human love, and the function of the earthly city vis-à-vis the heavenly city. Prerequisite: REL 105. (3)

PH 327 Modern Philosophy

Studies the changes in philosophy during the 17th century that gave rise to the new science. Topics include problems in epistemology and metaphysics that led science to a mechanistic world view. (3)

PH 328 19th- and 20th-Century Philosophy

Examines a wide variety of philosophical schools: pragmatism, idealism, existentialism, phenomenology, and the analytic approach. The focus is upon contemporary changes in logic, ethics, epistemology, and metaphysics. (3)

PH 345 Philosophy of Religion

A description and evaluation of the major ideas and beliefs in Western civilization that are relevant to the religious dimension of human existence. The course develops from the classical influences on early Christian perspectives to modern and contemporary views. Comparison between traditional and the present leads to an evaluation of religious values. (3)

PH 350 Philosophy of Science

Provides the analytic tools needed to evaluate the structure of scientific explanations. The principal focus is upon the contribution of the Logical Empiricists and the recent criticism of them. Examples are drawn primarily from physics and biology. (3)

PH 355 Existentialism

A study of the major characteristics of existentialism with emphasis on the qualities of freedom and the rational character of the person in society. A selection of works from Kierkegaard, Dostoyevsky, Kafka, Nietzsche, Marcel, Camus, and Sartre are discussed. (3)

PH 360 Ethical Theory

An investigation into the moral dimensions of human life. The course explores the specific theoretical issues that shape the formation of ethical systems. Students will examine foundations for objective moral standards and human rights. (3)

PH 410 American Philosophy

A study of the major trends and developments in the history of American philosophy. The course emphasizes the classical period of American philosophy with readings from Peirce, James, Royce, Dewey, as well as selections from recent philosophers. (3)

PH 415A Area Studies: Elements of Oriental Philosophy

Provides an opportunity for students to learn non-Western philosophies. Subjects vary among Chinese, Indian, Islamic, and Japanese philosophies, and the format ranges from comparative survey to contemporary issues. (3)

PH 420 Aesthetics

An investigation of the notion of beauty through a presentation of traditional and contemporary attitudes toward aesthetic judgments. The course emphasizes the problems contained in a philosophy of art as well as in determining aesthetic value. (3)

PH 430 Ethics Seminar

This is a topical seminar that aims to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of current issues in ethics and an interdisciplinary view of how ethical systems are developed and solutions derived. Prerequisite: PH 210 or equivalent. (3)

PH/REL 400 Internship

Students may register for 3 to 6 credits in an internship with a research or service agency in the Washington metropolitan area. The intern will be monitored by a supervising professor and a representative of the cooperating agency. Prerequisites: senior status and a GPA of 2.0 in major courses. (6)

PH/REL 421 Project

An investigation of a selected topic in the emphasis discipline. The project is intended to demonstrate ability to conduct independent research and present the results in writing of commendable quality. (3)

PH/REL 422 Senior Seminar

The focus of the senior seminar is the student research paper that demonstrates skill in researching and writing on topics in philosophy or religion. Prerequisite: Senior status. (3)

PHYSICAL SCIENCE

Note: All 4-credit PSC courses require a laboratory.

PSC 101 Astronomy

A descriptive course in astronomy. Historical concepts of the universe are related to our current ideas, followed by a detailed study of the solar system. The birth, life, and death of stars is analyzed: how they generate their energy and their ultimate fate. Course concludes with a journey to the galaxies to explore the possible origin of the universe, to examine some current ideas, and to speculate about the future. (4)

PSC 102 Principles of Geology

This course is a study of the materials, structures, and physical features that make up the earth. The processes that affect the earth’s physical environments will also be discussed. Laboratory exercises will include mineral and rock identification and interpretation of topographic and geologic maps. (4)

PSC 121 Introduction to Inorganic Chemistry

This course with PSC 122 fulfills the chemistry requirement for Nursing (BSN), Health Fitness Management (Health Sciences emphasis), and Psychology (Health Sciences emphasis). This course is an introduction to the fundamental principles and theories of chemistry. The focus is on physical and inorganic chemistry and includes the study of atomic structure and bonding, kinetic molecular theory, nomenclature, periodic classification of elements, chemical equilibrium, and oxidation-reduction reactions. This course does not meet chemistry requirements for Biology majors. (4)

PSC 122 Introduction to Organic Chemistry

This course with PSC 121 fulfills the chemistry requirement for Nursing (BSN), Health Fitness Management (Health Sciences emphasis), and Psychology (Health Sciences emphasis). This course is an introduction to organic and biochemistry including organic functional groups, and characteristic reactions. It also includes an introduction to biochemistry and basic metabolic reactions of the cell. Biochemical reactions are studied through enzyme inhibition and by qualitative and quantitative analysis of substrate and product. Laboratory work includes reactions of functional groups and the synthesis of new products from these reactions. This course does not meet chemistry requirements for Biology majors. Prerequisite: PSC 121 or equivalent. (4)

PSC 123 Introduction to Organic Chemistry

This course with PSC 121 fulfills the chemistry requirement for Nursing (BSN) only. This course is an introduction to organic and biochemistry including organic functional groups, and characteristic reactions. It also includes an introduction to biochemistry and basic metabolic reactions of the cell. Biochemical reactions are studied through enzyme inhibition and by qualitative and quantitative analysis of substrate and product. Prerequisite: PSC 121 or equivalent. (3)

PSC 151 Principles of Chemistry I

This course is part of the chemistry sequence for Biology majors. The course covers inorganic nomenclature, oxidation-reduction reactions, elementary thermodynamics, atomic and molecular structure, Lewis dot structures, the shapes of molecules, and ideal gases. The laboratory also covers introductory visible spectroscopy. Prerequisite MA 130. (4)

PSC 152 Principles of Chemistry II

This course is part of the chemistry sequence for Biology majors. The course covers intermolecular interactions, structure of crystals, properties of solution, kinetics, equilibrium, acid-base chemistry, precipitation equilibrium, thermodynamics, and electrochemistry. Prerequisite PSC 151. (4)

PSC 171 General Physics I

Introductory physics for science and math majors. This course covers the classical Newtonian mechanics of linear and circular motion, conservation laws of gravitation, work, and energy. An understanding of physics is developed through problem solving and laboratory work. Prerequisite: MA 181 or equivalent. (4)

PSC 172 General Physics II

This second course in physics extends the application of force and energy laws to collective systems. Topics include electrostatics, electronics, optics, mechanics, the thermal properties of matter, kinetic theory, and atomic structure. Prerequisite: PSC 171 or equivalent. (4)

PSC 211 Environmental Geology and Water Resources

This course examines the global hydrologic cycle and its interaction with the lithosphere of the planet. Topics include basic principles of geology and natural hazards, groundwater, surface water and erosional interactions, water supply and pollution, and the effects of water on climate. Prerequisite: BIO 110. (4)

PSC 221 Organic Chemistry I

This course is part of the chemistry sequence for Biology majors. This course covers the nomenclature, structure, reactions, and synthesis of organic compounds. The course is mainly devoted aliphatic and cycloalphatic compounds, and covers infrared and nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy. The laboratory emphasizes the techniques of distillations, recrystalization, extraction, and spectroscopic identification. Prerequisite PSC 152. (4)

PSC 222 Organic Chemistry II

This course is part of the chemistry sequence for Biology majors. A continuation of PSC 221, this course covers the chemistry of carbonyl containing compounds, aromatics, polyenes, amines, and carbohydrates. Also covered are UV-visible and mass spectroscopy. An emphasis is placed on organic synthesis and mechanisms. The laboratory applies techniques learned in PSC 221 to synthesize a variety of organic compounds. Prerequisite PSC 221. (4)

PSC 351 Environmental Chemistry

This course is required in the environmental science sequence. It is a study of the chemistry of the atmosphere, ground water, and soils, and the interactions and cycles of elements between them. Prerequisite PSC 152. (3)

POLITICS

POL 204 American Government

A survey and analysis of the political processes that describe the operations of the federal, state, and local branches of government. Intergovernmental relations are examined. (3)

POL 205 American Policy Process

An introduction to the political dynamics of forming national public policy in the United States. The course uses case studies to focus on several different areas of policy. Prerequisite: POL 204 or its equivalent. (3)

POL 210 Western Political Concepts I

A survey of classical and modern political theory from ancient Greece to 18th-century Europe. The role and authority of the individual and the state are examined in various theoretical contexts. (3)

POL 211 Western Political Concepts II

An introduction to political theory focusing on political thought from the Enlightenment to the present. Topics range from classical liberalism to the concepts of Marx and Lenin. (3)

POL 220 International Relations

An historical survey of the relations between states and an examination of the main conceptual approaches, both past and present, that influence the way policy makers attempt to order their nation’s relations with foreign countries. (3)

POL 225 Comparative Government I

A study of the nature and functions of government through a survey of the main types of national governmental systems and an investigation of their similarities and differences. (3)

POL 226 Comparative Government II

Extends the study of governments from the European parliamentary governments discussed in POL 225 to the constitutions of African, Asian, and South American countries and to autocratic regimes. Prerequisite: POL 225. (3)

POL 250 Research and Writing

An introduction to the sources and methods used in political research and writing. (3) n

POL 300 State and Urban Politics

A survey of the structure of state and urban political units and institutions. An examination of their policy and decision-making processes and an investigation of state-federal relations. (3)

POL 310 Political Parties and Interest Groups

An analysis of group theory in a democratic society. The course examines the influence of interest groups in American politics at the federal and state levels. Prerequisite: POL 204 or 205. (3)

POL 315 The Presidency

A survey of the historical development and the constitutional powers of the office. The course analyzes the principal roles in national and world politics played by modern presidents. Prerequisite: POL 204 or 205. (3)

POL 320 The Congress

A review of the history of Congress and a description of its functions, its structure, and the legislative process. The course examines current and historical issues that relate to the proper role of Congress in the American scheme of government. Prerequisite: POL 204 or 205. (3)

POL 325 Voting Behavior

A study of the voting behavior of the American electorate and its representatives and the causes of that behavior. Prerequisite: POL 204 or 205. (3)

POL 330 American Foreign Policy

A history of the policies of the United States toward other governments and an analysis of the principal factors to be considered in formulating and executing American foreign policy. Prerequisites: POL 204 or 205, POL 220. (3)

POL 335 American Constitutional Law I

An introduction to the federal judiciary in American government and a survey of the principal decisions of constitutional law that have influenced the development of the American polity. Prerequisite: POL 204 or 205. (3)

POL 336 American Constitutional Law II

A survey of the principal decisions concerning individual rights under the Constitution and a study of the role of the judiciary in American government. Prerequisite: POL 335. (3)

POL 340 National Security Policy

A study of the role of national security policy in contemporary world politics. The course examines strategic thought, the impact of modern weapons technology, the history of U.S. strategic doctrine, arms control, and U.S. national security institutions. Prerequisite: POL 220. (3)

POL 345 20th-Century Russian Politics

Introduces students to the shaping of Soviet foreign policy and the role of the Soviet Union in world politics from 1917 to the present. Policy from Lenin to the present examined. Prerequisite: POL 220 or POL 225. (3)

POL 350A-F Area Studies

The content of particular area studies courses ranges from the study of politics of particular nations or groups of nations to the relations among states in a geographic area. A description of each area studies course is made available to students prior to registration. Prerequisite: POL 220 or POL 225. (3)

POL 355 Contemporary International Politics

This course focuses on issues, institutions, and international relations since World War II. Prerequisite: POL 220. (3)

POL 360 Statesmanship and World Politics

This course examines the statecraft of several political leaders of the 19th and 20th centuries. Prerequisite: POL 220, POL 225. (3)

POL 400 Internship

Senior students may register for 3 to 6 credits in an internship with cooperating public service agencies in the greater Washington area. Prerequisite: permission of the Dean of Arts and Sciences. (6)

POL 405 Political Ideologies

A study of ideology as a particular form of political theory. The course examines writers such as Bakunin, Marx, Lenin, and Hitler, and political doctrines such as socialism, communism, nihilism, and fascism. Prerequisite: POL 210 or POL 211. (3)

POL 420 Senior Seminar

Provides an opportunity for majors to explore more thoroughly a subject previously studied in the Politics curriculum. The focus of each seminar is a student paper demonstrating appropriate skill in research and writing on political topics. (3)

POL 421 Project

An investigation of a selected topic in the emphasis discipline. The project is intended to demonstrate ability to conduct independent research and present the results in writing of commendable quality. Prerequisite: permission of the Dean of Arts and Sciences. (3)

PSYCHOLOGY

PS 101 General Psychology

A course designed to help students develop an insight into their own psychological processes and those of others. Provides an introduction to the content and scope of psychology as a behavioral science; study of such topics as conflict and adjustment, learning, intelligence, motivation, emotion and personality development. PS 101 is a prerequisite for all other Psychology and Sociology courses except SOC 131. (3)

PS 200 History and Systems of Psychology

Focuses on the major classical and contemporary systems of psychology in order to provide students with a conceptual framework for the study of psychology. Ethical issues and APA writing styles also are introduced. This course is a corequisite for Psychology majors taking courses at the 200 level and above. (3)

PS 203 Human Growth and Development

The study of human growth and development from birth to death. This course explores the role of heredity and environment in producing changes in physical, intellectual, and social behavior throughout the life span. (3)

PS 205 Psychology of Gender

The study of the research and issues that pertain to gender typing the social origins and consequences. Topics include differences and similarities in ability, personality, biology, and gender roles. (3)

PS 225 Health Psychology

Examines the relationship between health knowledge, beliefs, attitudes, and behaviors and health maintenance, illness prevention, and the diagnosis and treatment of disease. (3)

PS 226 Behavioral Research
and Statistics I

An introduction to behavioral science research methodology. Sample survey methods, selection of representative samples, and analysis of survey data are addressed. (3)

PS 227 Behavioral Research
and Statistics II

Building on the previous material, this course introduces the student to statistical and research methods used in experimental and quasi-experimental research designs. Prerequisite: successful completion of PS 226. (3)

PS 290 Introduction to Training and Development

An introduction to the field of training and development. Students will acquire practical approaches to deciding what training to do, what method to use, and how to implement and evaluate results. (3)

PS 304 Psychology of Individuals with Disabilities

This course will survey and examine theories and issues of exceptionality of multicultural, disabled, and gifted populations. Practicum with individual special child assignment required in a 2-hour-per-week laboratory experience. Field experience:10 hours. (3)

PS 305 Counseling Theories and Process

Study of major approaches to interventions with individuals, groups and families, including analysis of strategies useful to particular counseling problems. (3)

PS 311 Human Service Agencies

A study of social service agencies, their structure, services, and personnel requirements. On-site visits to agencies in the Washington area. (3)

PS 312 Social Psychology

This course is designed to provide students an understanding of how individuals’ thoughts, feelings, and behavior are influenced by the presence of others. Social perception, social cognition, attitude formation and change, aggression, prosocial behavior, interpersonal attraction and social influence will be reviewed. (3)

PS 315 Abnormal Psychology

A survey of major psychological disorders with emphasis on methods of diagnosis and treatment. (3)

PS 318 Medical Aspects and Special Needs of the Multihandicapped

Explores the medical implications of multihandicapping conditions and develops skills needed in meeting the special need of the multihandicapped child. (3)

PS 320 Adulthood and Aging

Examines developmental milestones from young adulthood throughout middle and advanced age. Explores the impacts on well being of such events as choosing a mate, starting a family, and making career choices across the adult life span. (3)

PS 321 Early Childhood Development

Students in this course will explore the biological, cognitive, and psycho-social theories of child development from birth to age eight. Particular emphasis is placed on contemporary topics in early childhood development and an appreciation of cultural perspectives. Students will be prepared to apply theoretical knowledge to early educational, child care settings, and parenting practice. (3)

PS 329 Adolescent Psychology

Study of social, emotional, and physical problems confronting the adolescent with stress on developmental factors affecting growth and social adjustment. (3)

PS 330 Group Dynamics

Examines the social and psychological principles and research relevant to the individual in groups. (3)

PS 340 Biological Bases of Behavior

This course familiarizes the student with the basic principles of anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, and pharmacology within the context of behavioral processes. (3)

PS 350 Psychology of Addictions

A summary of current research pertaining to different types of addiction, including physical, social, and psychological causes of addiction, assessment and classification of disorders, treatment options, and community resources for dealing with addictions. (3)

PS 400 Internship and Applied Research

Senior students participate in supervised field experience in cooperating public and private agencies in the Washington area. Students design and complete an applied research project based on their internship experience. (6 or 9)

Human Services Internship

Prerequisites: PS 305, 311, 315, and 330, senior standing.

Business Internship

Prerequisites: PS 290, HRM 335, MGT 301 and 302; senior standing.

Education Internship

Students in the education emphasis take ED 460E Student Teaching: PK-3 in place of PS 400. See page 76 for prerequisites.

PS 401 Introduction to Learning and Cognition

A survey of principles of human learning and cognitive psychology. This course examines how information is acquired and used, with special emphasis on the nature of memory, thinking, judgment, and problem solving. (3)

PS 402 Psychological Testing

Survey of standards for development of reliable and valid test instruments, types of instruments, and applications of test results. (3)

PS 403 Personality Theories

Analysis of representative theoretical contributions to the understanding of personality. (3)

PS 406 Stress Management

A holistic approach to understanding stress. Analysis of causative psychosocial stressors and intervening physiological mechanisms. Emphasis on prevention and control of stress through such techniques as meditation, exercise, biofeedback, nutrition, and neuromuscular relaxation. (3)

PS 407 Clinical Applications of Biofeedback

The theory and applications of biofeedback. Designed for students in the helping professions, the course provides considerable experience with biofeedback equipment. Prerequisite: PS 305. (3)

PS 410 Special Topics in Psychology

Topics of special interest to advanced undergraduates in psychology. (3)

PS 411 Psychoeducational Diagnosis

A study of assessments needed to identify the individual differences for the exceptional learner. The course provides experiences in formal and informal assessment procedures, data collection, and individual educational planning for the exceptional learner. Clinical practice in the use of formal and informal tests is provided. Students are expected to diagnose and plan educational strategies for the exceptional learner. (3)

PS 412 Personnel Selection

Introduction to organizational personnel selection. Experience with tests commonly used in the field. Focus on communication and interviewing skills necessary for effective selection procedures and on problems commonly encountered in practice. Offered spring semester only. (3)

PS 425 Psychology Research Laboratory

Experience in the design and execution of empirical research projects using cognitive, psychophysiological, and behavioral measures. Prerequisites: PS 226, PS 227. (3)

PS 451 Project

An original empirical research program is planned and executed as the project. Intended for students who plan to enter doctoral programs in psychology. (1-3)

SOCIOLOGY

(see also Criminal Justice)

SOC 131 Principles of Sociology

A study of the fundamental principles of social interaction. The course analyzes social relationships (family, peer, group, school, organization); culture; deviant behavior; and political institutions. (3)

SOC 201 Cultural Anthropology

Surveys the similarity, diversity, and complexity of human customs and behaviors including their origin, manifestation, and transmission. (3)

SOC 202 Social Problems

Identification of current social problems in American society. Topics include alcoholism, crime, drug addiction, racism, ageism, and mental illness. (3)

SOC 250 Deviant Behavior

Current theories of the genesis and distribution of deviant behavior and implications for a general theory of deviance. Definitions of deviance, social control, labeling theory, and secondary deviance are explored. Prerequisite: SOC 131. (3)

SOC 302 Marriage and the Family

A systematic study of the issues involved in today's family structure, this course focuses on the precursors of marriage, relationship issues, and family dynamics across the life span. Prerequisite: SOC 131. (3)

SOC 303 Development of Social Thought

Introduces students to the mainstreams of social
thought from 19th-century Europe to the present and examines the relevance of historical theory to contemporary social issues. Prerequisite: SOC 131. (3)

SOC 304 Applied Research Methods

An examination of the techniques and resources of applied social research. Emphasis is placed on quantitative research techniques, survey research, program evaluation, and the ways in which research informs social and public policy. Prerequisites: SOC 131 and MA 132 or PS 226. (3)

SOC 305 Criminology

Examines crime in the United States through the lens of sociology, based on the assumption that one cannot understand crime without viewing it in its social and cultural contexts. Prerequisite: SOC 131. (3)

SOC 306 Social Class in American Society

An overview of the process of social stratification, how individuals and groups in society are ranked and evaluated, and the consequences of the evaluations. Topics covered include the historical origins of inequality, theories on the development of classes, and structural explanations of their presence. Prerequisite: SOC 131. (3)

SOC 307 Sociology of Juvenile Justice

A systematic study of the causes of delinquency and the social institutions charged with social control. The family, peer groups, courts, police, correctional and social service, and other agencies associated with juveniles are covered. Other topics include sociological/criminological theories of delinquency, juvenile self-report studies, and victim accounts of delinquent behavior. Also examined are laws specifically related to youth crime. (3)

SOC 322 Race and Ethnic Relations

An examination of the various systems, structures, and processes that surround majority-minority relationships in American society. Topics addressed include the social and cultural meanings of race and ethnicity and the social outcomes of contact, stability, and change. Prerequisite: SOC 131. (3)

SOC 400 Internship

Practical experience in applied criminal justice or social service setting. Field experience is supervised and course is open only to senior Sociology majors. Prerequisites: permission of the Dean of Education and Human Services. (6-9)

SOC 421 Project

Research of an original topic in sociology in collaboration with or under the direction of a faculty advisor. The project is intended to demonstrate ability to conduct and report independent research. (1-3)

SOC 495 Current Issues in Crime and Social Justice

An examination of contemporary criminal justice and social policy issues which heavily influence evolving sociological and criminological thought. This course, to be taken by Sociology majors, is intended to be broad-based and comprehensive in scope by evaluating major social benchmarks from the past in order to prepare for the exigencies of the future. This course will also explore topical areas of sociology and criminal justice not covered in other courses. (3)

THEOLOGY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES

TH 202 The Bible as Literature

This course, an introduction to the Bible, emphasizes literary analysis of selected readings and reflections on the relation of Scripture to faith. It examines the distinctive purpose of the Bible and what distinguishes it from other literature of the Western tradition. (3)

TH 203 The Religion of the Old Testament

Designed as an introduction to the tools, resources, and critical methods for reading and interpreting Old Testament scripture. Special attention is given to the historical context out of which the Judeo-Christian faith and its confessional documents emerged. (3)

TH 204 The New Testament Gospels

Designed as an introduction to the tools, resources, and critical methods for reading New Testament scriptures. Attention is given to the historical context of the Gospels and principal tenets of Christianity. (3)

TH 205 The New Testament Epistles

Provides a systematic and critical examination of the epistles of the New Testament. Emphasis is upon textual exegesis, the historical context, and the theological significance of the epistles. (3)

TH 210 Christ in Christianity

The course studies the interpretations of the work and person of Jesus Christ. It attends to the role of culture and the situation of the Church in shaping various portraits of Jesus and dogmas of Christ’s constitution and salvation. (3)

TH 250 Contemporary Catholic Theology

Presents a critical and systematic examination of Roman Catholic theology in the modern world through a study of major Catholic writers and Church documents. The course aims to envelop the student in contemporary theological thinking through the topics of revelation, God, church, sacraments, morality, eschatology, and spirituality. (3)

TH 329 The History of the Christian Church I

The history of the Christian Church surveyed from its founding by Jesus Christ to the advent of the Reformation. Emphasis is on the impact of the Church upon human culture and development. (3)

TH 330 The History of the Christian Church II

A survey of the history of the Christian Church from the Protestant Reformation to the present, focusing upon the role of the Church in the development of modern culture. (3)

TH 340 The Foundations of Christian Morality

Develops a critical and systematic approach to moral theology by examining the sources of the Christian moral life and the principles for free choice. The course will examine the meaning of human freedom, conscience, sin, and grace as rooted in the nature of the human person and in the revealed word of God; it also surveys the historical development of the Christian moral life. (3)

TH 347 Catholic Interpersonal Morality

A systematic approach to Catholic moral teaching on interpersonal relationships. The course examines the theology of the human person in light of creation, covenant, and redemption and examines the pertinent moral issues and teaching regarding single, married, and family lifestyles. (3)

TH 350 Catholic Social
and Medical Morality

Examines a variety of medical and social issues in the context of Catholic teaching as demonstrated in relevant Church documents. Issues include warfare, labor rights, international relations, euthanasia, abortion, birth control, sterilization, and organ transplants. (3)

RST 105 Introduction to Religion

Introduces the students to the study of religion by expanding awareness of the structure, function, and complexity of the religious experience. The course examines the relation of religion, culture, and social processes and explores the manner in which religion bears on major issues of human existence. (3)

RST 211 Religions of the World

The major religions of the world are studied as various responses to the search for ultimate meaning and purpose in human existence. The course examines the basic tenets of Hinduism, Islam, Confucianism, Judaism, and Christianity. (3)

RST 320 Religion in America

An examination of the religious traditions that have shaped and have been shaped by the contours of American history. Course focuses on the history of religious confessions in the United States aiming to understand the role of religion in shaping the American society. (3)

TH/RST 400 Internship

Students may register for 3 to 6 credits in an internship with a research or service agency in the Washington metropolitan area. The intern will be monitored by a supervising professor and a representative of the cooperating agency. Prerequisites: senior status and a GPA of at least 2.0 in major courses. (6)

TH/RST 421 Project

An investigation of a selected topic in the emphasis discipline. The project is intended to demonstrate ability to conduct independent research and present the results in writing of commendable quality. (3)

TH/RST 422 Senior Seminar

The focus of the senior seminar is the student research paper that demonstrates skill in researching and writing on topics in philosophy or religion. Prerequisite: senior status. (3)