May 02, 2024  
University Catalog 2020-2021 
    
University Catalog 2020-2021 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


The Fall (Fa), Spring (Sp), or Summer (Su) semesters indicated are expected but are not guaranteed. Service Learning courses are denoted by SL. Core Curriculum courses are denoted by the appropriate designation. Click here for more information: The Core Curriculum .

 

Mass Communication

  
  • MSCM 3009 - Practicum

    A course for students working on the production of student television programs for air on XTV. Students will get practical experience to reinforce classroom learning while serving on the crew or as hosts, writers, producers, or directors for these university programs. (Note: Not more than 3 hours of newspaper/broadcast/public relations practicum may be taken.) (1)
  
  • MSCM 3060 - Strategic Communication Problems

    Comprehensive survey of writing techniques for public relations and public affairs assignments: news releases, brochures, speeches, visual presentations, company publications, public relations and advertising copy writing and public service radio and television spots. Prerequisite: MSCM 2222  and MSCM 2030  (3)
  
  • MSCM 3190 - Fundamentals of Broadcasting

    Orientation to basic television studio and field production skills including writing, producing, directing, and production crew responsibilities and technical skills. Students learn to blend theory and practice by producing and directing their own television programs. Two hours of lecture and two hours of lab per week. Prerequisites: MSCM 2500  or may be taken concurrently with permission of the instructor. (3)
  
  • MSCM 3210 - TV News Gathering and Reporting

    Advanced reporting, interviewing, writing, and photography techniques for television news. This course explores the four components of the language of television as they apply in the preparation of television news stories. Students learn to work as reporter, photographer, and editor of these stories and explore the concept of visual essays. Prerequisite: MSCM 3190  (3)
  
  • MSCM 3333 - Women and Media

    (WMST 3333 ) This course is developed to explore the media treatment and history of women as media makers. It serves as a foundation for critical inquiry as students explore the media created and mediated “body politic” of women of color. The course is an introduction to critical thinking about the unique experiences of women with respect to the construction of the media as it defines gender and the ways that the intersections of gender, race, ethnicity, politics, class, and sexuality shape their lives. (3)
  
  • MSCM 3500 - Media Criticism

    Development and application of criteria for evaluating media products. Critical analysis of specific programs and articles. Students will present both oral and written critiques of media content and techniques. Prerequisite MSCM 3600  (3)
  
  • MSCM 3600 - Introduction to Mass Communication Research

    Treatment of mass communication theory and processes in quantitative and qualitative research methodologies. Course includes analysis of complete research projects. Students are provided the opportunity to design and complete basic research projects. Prerequisite: MSCM 2222 , MSCM 2500 , lower level Philosophy, and lower level Theology. (3)
  
  • MSCM 3650 - Advanced Topics in the Media

    The course examines a specific niche subject or expertise in the field of Mass Communication. Specific subject matter would be chosen by the course instructor. Prerequisite: Permission of the instructor. (3)
  
  • MSCM 3700 - Environmental Communications

    Explores contemporary ecological issues and approaches. Stress on in-depth research and reporting on local environmental problems. (3)
  
  • MSCM 3831 - History of American Mass Media

    Survey of cultural history of journalism from pre-colonial times to the present. Special examination of Black journalism history and impact of electronic technologies. Prerequisite MSCM 1100 , MSCM 1200  (3)
  
  • MSCM 4009 - Practicum

    A course for students working on the production of student television programs for air on XTV. Students will get practical experience to reinforce classroom learning while serving on the crew or as hosts, writers, producers, or directors for these university programs. (Note: Not more than 3 hours of newspaper/broadcast/public relations practicum may be taken.) (3)
  
  • MSCM 4010 - Producing Television Newscasts

    Through hands-on experience, students learn to write, format and produce television newscasts. Students are expected to make critical decisions regarding newscast content, treatment and journalistic integrity while creating highly attractive and promotable newscasts under deadline. Prerequisites: MSCM 2500 , MSCM 3210 , and MSCM 3190 , but MSCM 3210  may be taken concurrently with permission of the instructor. (3)
  
  • MSCM 4020 - Broadcast Programming and Production

    Through practical exercises and hands-on experience, students learn the process of producing fictional television programs. Students are expected to take a one-half-hour television program idea (sitcom, drama, soap opera) from concept to final shooting schedule. This class emphasizes the business, management and marketing aspects of producing television programs as well as advanced production techniques required of fictional television both on location and in the studio. Prerequisites: MSCM 2500 , MSCM 3210 , and MSCM 3190 , but MSCM 3210  may be taken concurrently with permission of the instructor. (3)
  
  • MSCM 4060 - Strategic Communication Campaigns

    Study of cases in public relations. Features an in-depth workplace style experience in research, production, application and evaluation of a campaign. Prepares upper level students for professional collaborative working in agencies or organizations. Prerequisites: MSCM 2222 , MSCM 2030 , and MSCM 3060  (3)
  
  • MSCM 4131 - Independent Study

    Opportunity for in-depth study or research in an area of interest in mass communication. Area of study to be determined by student in consultation with supervising instructor. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. (1)
  
  • MSCM 4132 - Independent Study

    Opportunity for in-depth study or research in an area of interest in mass communication. Area of study to be determined by student in consultation with supervising instructor. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. (2)
  
  • MSCM 4133 - Independent Study

    Opportunity for in-depth study or research in an area of interest in mass communication. Area of study to be determined by student in consultation with supervising instructor. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. (3)
  
  • MSCM 4200 - Advanced Strategic Communications

    The distinction between public relations, marketing and advertising are converging into the growing emphasis of integrated communications. Integrated Communications in Public Relations (ICPR) is a strategy employed by communications professionals to coordinate and combine messages in order to maximize their impact and promote products, causes or ideas. This course offers an exploratory introduction into integrated communications, highlighting the core disciplines of public relations, advertising, and marketing. The ICPR model is based in the strategic management of organizational communication and promotional opportunities. Prerequisites: MSCM 2222 , MSCM 2030 , and permission of the instructor. (3)
  
  • MSCM 4410 - Internship

    Hands-on experience provided to students at a communications facility. Professional training experience furnished in media organization, operation, and team effort. One (1) credit internships are available and all internship course credits must be arranged with the Internship coordinator. Prerequisites: Junior or senior status with minimum of 18 hours of MSCM courses or permission of instructor. (3)
  
  • MSCM 4430 - Media Law and Ethics

    Review of landmark cases in media law, especially First Amendment issues. Case studies of ethical theory and problems in communication practice. Prerequisite MSCM 1200 , MSCM 3500  (3)
  
  • MSCM 4520 - Seminar in Mass Communication

    In-depth study through lecture, discussion, and research of an individual problem or issue in the field of mass communication. Specific subject matter will be chosen by instructor. Prerequisite: Permission of instructor. (3)
  
  • MSCM 4999 - Senior Comprehensives

    (0, ENGAGEMENTS/Senior Capstone)

Mathematics

  
  • MATH 0990D - Preparation for College Mathematics

    Signed numbers, fractions, decimals, percentages; linear equations and inequalities, geometric problems involving area and perimeter of basic figures; operations with algebraic expressions; polynomials, simultaneous equations, factoring, radical expressions; operations with complex numbers; quadratic equations; graphing and basic Cartesian geometry. Students will be placed in this course based on their XMPT score. Students completing this course will be eligible to enroll in any first year degree credit math course. A grade of “FE” may be applied for students who are absent four or more times in this course. Corequisite(s): MATH 0990L  (Non-degree credit, 4)
  
  • MATH 0990L - Preparation for College Mathematics Drill

    Signed numbers, fractions, decimals, percentages; linear equations and inequalities, geometric problems involving area and perimeter of basic figures; operations with algebraic expressions; polynomials, simultaneous equations, factoring, radical expressions; operations with complex numbers; quadratic equations; graphing and basic Cartesian geometry. Meet once per week. A grade of “FE” may be applied for students who are absent four or more times in this course. Corequisite(s): MATH 0990D . (Non-degree credit, 0)
  
  • MATH 1010 - Principles of Modern Mathematics

    Survey of mathematics: topics in college algebra, elementary set theory, elementary number theory, geometry, matrices and their basic operations for non-technical majors. Prerequisite(s): Completion of all developmental mathematics deficiencies. (3, FOUNDATIONS/Quantitative Reasoning)
  
  • MATH 1015 - College Algebra for Elementary Education Majors

    Algebra of elementary functions and relations to their graphs. Applications and the use of technology are incorporated in this course. Prerequisite(s): Completion of all developmental mathematics deficiencies. (3, FOUNDATIONS/Quantitative Reasoning)
  
  • MATH 1020 - Basic Statistics I

    (STAT 2010 ) Descriptive statistics, probability and statistical inference. Students may not receive credit for both MATH 1020 (STAT 2010 ) and ECON 2070 . Prerequisite(s): Completion of all developmental math requirements, if needed. (3, FOUNDATIONS/Quantitative Reasoning)
  
  • MATH 1030 - Pre-Calculus

    Unified college algebra and trigonometry. Elementary functions and relations with their graphs. Prerequisite(s): Completion of all developmental mathematics deficiencies. (4, FOUNDATIONS/Quantitative Reasoning)
  
  • MATH 1030I - Intensive Pre-Calculus

    Unified college algebra and trigonometry. Elementary functions and relations with their graphs. Math 1030I covers the same content as MATH 1030 , but it meets 6 hours per week. Prerequisite(s): completion of all developmental math deficiencies, or adequate score on the XMPT. (4, FOUNDATIONS/Quantitative Reasoning)
  
  • MATH 1070 - Introductory Calculus

    The derivative and integral with their principal interpretations and interrelationships; simple techniques of differentiation and integration; numerical integration; applications of differentiation and integration. The use of technology is integrated in this course. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in MATH 1030  or in MATH 1030I  or advanced placement by test score or permission of department head. (4, FOUNDATIONS/Quantitative Reasoning)
  
  • MATH 1070H - Introductory Calculus Honors

    Open to selected students only. Students must complete all work in MATH 1070  concurrently and participate in 10 additional meetings in the semester. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “A” in MATH 1030  or in MATH 1030I  or advanced placement by test score or permission of department head. (4, FOUNDATIONS/Quantitative Reasoning)
  
  • MATH 2015 - Geometry for Elementary Education Majors

    Understanding and applying geometric relationships and problem solving in two and three dimensions. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in MATH 1015  or in MATH 1030  or in MATH 1030I . (3)
  
  • MATH 2020 - Mathematical Modeling in Life Sciences

    Introduction to mathematical models and techniques in life sciences including topics in population biology and epidemiology, cell division, bacterial growth in a chemostat, host-parasitoid systems, and predator-prey systems. The mathematical topics include linear and nonlinear difference equations, in particular the logistic equation, continuous processes described by ordinary differential equations, stability considerations including chaos (for both discrete and continuous models). Use of the technology is integrated in the course. Prerequisite(s): grade C or higher in MATH 1070 /MATH 1070H  (3)
  
  • MATH 2025 - Finite Mathematics for Elementary Education Majors

    Elementary sets and operations, introduction to combinatorics, elementary graph theory, solving systems of linear equations, introduction to matrices, linear programming, and applications. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in MATH 1015  or in MATH 1030  or in MATH 1030I  (3)
  
  • MATH 2030 - Elementary Linear Algebra

    Systems of equations, matrices, determinants, vector spaces, eigenvalues, linear mappings, etc. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in MATH 1030  or MATH 1030I . Corequisite(s): MATH 1070 /MATH 1070H . (3)
  
  • MATH 2070 - Calculus II

    Continuation of techniques of integration; applications; improper integrals; infinite series. Topics in analytic geometry; polar coordinates and parametric equations. The use of technology is integrated in this course. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in MATH 1070 /MATH 1070H . (4)
  
  • MATH 2070H - Calculus II Honors

    Open to selected students only. Students must complete all work in MATH 2070  concurrently and participate in 10 additional meetings in the semester. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “A” in MATH 1070 /MATH 1070H  or advanced placement by test score or permission of department head. (4)
  
  • MATH 2080 - Calculus III

    Geometry of three dimensions; real-valued functions of several variables; partial differentiation; multiple integration; Vector analysis; line integrals and surface integrals. The use of technology is integrated in this course. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in MATH 2070 /MATH 2070H . (4)
  
  • MATH 2510 - Computational Science & Engineering

    PHYS 2510   Introduction in the use of numerical modeling techniques for solving problems in physics, chemistry, and biology. Initially students will be instructed on the use of numerical modeling software MATLAB and then topics within different fields will be used as a context for learning and applying numerical techniques to solve complex systems problems. The Course will cover simple but fundamental aspects of computer simulations with application to selected physical systems. The focus will be on the strategy for the solution of numerical problems, their computer implementation and analysis of the results. The course will have two lectures and one lab every week. No prior programming experience is required. Prerequisite(s): MATH 1070   (3)
  
  • MATH 2530 - Differential Equations

    Usual methods of solving ordinary differential equations; introduction to the general theory. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in MATH 2070 /MATH 2070H  (3)
  
  • MATH 2550 - Discrete Structures for Computer Science and Mathematics I

    Symbolic logic is utilized to develop the skill of theorem proving using: mathematical induction, recurrence relations, computer program correctness, set theory, and introduction to networks/graphs. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in PHIL 2040  and MATH 1070 /MATH 1070H   (3)
  
  • MATH 2560 - Discrete Structures for Computer Science and Mathematics II

    Symbolic logic is utilized to develop the skill of theorem proving using: relations, functions, injections, surjections, images and inverse images, cardinality, introduction to algebraic structures. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in MATH 2550   (3)
  
  • MATH 2570 - Combinatorics and Graph Theory

    This course introduces the concept of a combinatorial proof and its application to concepts such as counting principles, relations, and the principle of inclusion and exclusion. The course also introduces graphs and covers concepts such as planarity, coloring theory, matching theory, and network flows. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in MATH 2550  or permission of instructor. (3)
  
  • MATH 2580 - Mathematics of Cybersecurity

    Review of Principle of Mathematical Induction, Prime numbers, Permutations and Combinations, and Matrix Algebra. Division Algorithm, Modular arithmetic, Congruences, Monoalphabetic Substitution Ciphers, Polyalphabetic Substitution Ciphers, Polygraphic Substitution Ciphers, Public Key Cryptography. Prerequisite(s): MATH 2030 , MATH 2550  or permission of the Instructor. (3)
  
  • MATH 3030 - Introduction to Operations Research

    An overview of operations research, the methodology of mathematical modeling, scientific methodology, linear programming; the graphical, algebraic, and simplex solutions; duality, sensitivity analysis and applications; integer programming and solutions; networks. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in both MATH 2030  and MATH 2550  or permission of department head. (3)
  
  • MATH 3040 - Numerical Analysis

    Methods of numerical computation. Error analysis, solutions of equations, interpolation and polynomial approximation, least squares approximation, numerical differentiation and integration, numerical solution to differential equations. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in MATH 2080  and working knowledge of some programming language. Corequisite(s): MATH 2530  (3)
  
  • MATH 3050 - Introduction to Number Theory

    Topics in number theory including divisibility theory in the integers, primes and their distributions, the theory of congruences, Fermat’s Theorem, number theoretic functions, Euler’s generalization of Fermat’s Theorem, primitive roots and indices, perfect numbers, and the Fermat Conjecture. Prerequisite(s): MATH 2550   (3)
  
  • MATH 3110 - Applied Mathematics

    Applications of different topics in mathematics with emphasis on modeling techniques. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in MATH 2030  or permission of the instructor. (3)
  
  • MATH 3530 - Difference Equations

    Topics include dynamics of first order difference equations (equilibria, stability, periodicity, bifurcations), higher order linear difference equations, systems of difference equations and their stability, dynamics of higher order scalar difference equations, Z-transform. Prerequisite(s): grade “C” or higher in MATH 2030 , MATH 2070 /MATH 2070H , MATH 2530 , MATH 2550  or permission of the instructor. (3)
  
  • MATH 3750 - Complex Variables and Applications

    Theory and application of complex numbers, complex mappings, analytic and holomorphic functions. Prerequisite(s): MATH 2080  with a grade of “C” or better. (3)
  
  • MATH 4002 - Mathematical Problem Solving II

    Helps students develop strategies and abilities for solving complex mathematical problems. Focus is on problems not covered in ordinary course work from a variety of areas in mathematics with emphasis on discrete mathematics, linear algebra, abstract algebra, and their applications. Places strong emphasis on critical reasoning, synthesis, and clarity of written expressions. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in MATH 2030 , MATH 2550  and MATH 2560 . (1)
  
  • MATH 4005 - Advanced and Experimental Problem Solving

    Introduces students to the LaTeX typesetting system and to the SAGE (or equivalent) computer algebra system. Helps students develop strategies and abilities for solving complex mathematical problems, using appropriate technology to do experimental mathematics in order to enhance understanding of the underlying theory. Focus is on problems from a variety of areas in mathematics with emphasis on algebra and number theory, differential and integral calculus, differential equations, linear algebra and their applications. Places strong emphasis on critical reasoning, synthesis, and clarity of written expressions.   A one hour laboratory session is included in the course. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in each of MATH 2030 , MATH 2080 , MATH 2530 , and MATH 2550 . (2)
  
  • MATH 4010 - Modern Geometry

    Elementary foundations of geometry from a rigorous point of view, concepts in advanced Euclidean, projective, and non-Euclidean geometry. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in MATH 2070 /MATH 2070H  and MATH 2560  or permission of instructor. (3)
  
  • MATH 4030 - History of Mathematics

    A general survey of the main trends in the development of mathematics from ancient times to the present. The cultural and social contexts of mathematical activity will be studied along with the classic problems. Intensive reading required. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in MATH 2080  and MATH 4010 . (3)
  
  • MATH 4040 - Mathematical Probability and Statistics I

    (STAT 4040 ) Introduction to concepts of probability and random variables. Discrete and continuous distributions with applications. Algebra of expectations. Covariance and correlation of two random variables. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in MATH 2080  and in STAT 2010  (MATH 1020 ) or equivalent or permission of the instructor. (3)
  
  • MATH 4045 - Mathematical Probability and Statistics II

    (STAT 4045 ) Purpose and nature of sampling, particularly from normal populations. Chi-square, t, and F distributions. Formulating and testing statistical hypotheses, point and interval estimation. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in MATH 4040  (or STAT 4040 ). (3)
  
  • MATH 4050 - Real Analysis I

    Real number system; Sequences – their limits, Bolzano-Weirstrass Theorem; Limits of functions; Continuous functions, uniform continuity. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in MATH 2080  and MATH 2560  or permission of instructor. (3)
  
  • MATH 4060 - Real Analysis II

    Differentiation, Riemann- Stieltjes integration; Sequences of functions – uniform convergence, Infinite series. Prerequisite(s): Grade of “C” or better in MATH 4050  or permission of instructor. (3)
  
  • MATH 4070 - Introduction to Topology

    Topology of the line and plane; abstract topological spaces; continuous functions on topological spaces; metric and normed spaces; separation axioms; compactness; product spaces. Prerequisite(s): MATH 4050  with a grade of “C” or better or permission of the instructor. (3)
  
  • MATH 4095 - Abstract Algebra

    A study of algebraic structures, focusing on groups and rings, including normal subgroups, quotient groups, permutation groups, cyclic groups, quotient rings, integral domains, elementary ideal theory and homomorphisms. Introduction to field theory. MATH 4095 has three lectures per week. Prerequisite(s): MATH 2560  or permission of the instructor. Corequisite(s): MATH 4095D   (3)
  
  • MATH 4095D - Abstract Algebra Drill

    A study of algebraic structures, focusing on groups and rings, including normal subgroups, quotient groups, permutation groups, cyclic groups, quotient rings, integral domains, elementary ideal theory and homomorphisms. Introduction to field theory. MATH 4095D meets once per week. Prerequisite(s): MATH 2560  or permission of the instructor. Corequisite(s): MATH 4095   (0)
  
  • MATH 4201 - Special Topics

    Topics may vary from semester to semester. May be repeated for credit when the topic changes. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor. (1)
  
  • MATH 4202 - Special Topics

    Topics may vary from semester to semester. May be repeated for credit when the topic changes. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor. (2)
  
  • MATH 4203 - Special Topics

    Topics may vary from semester to semester. May be repeated for credit when the topic changes. Prerequisite(s): Permission of the instructor. (3)
  
  • MATH 4511 - Colloquium

    (STAT 4511 ) Topic determined each semester by faculty. Independent work by students under the guidance of a faculty member to be presented orally and in writing to student majors and faculty. Meets once per week. Prerequisite(s): A grade of “C” or better in all MATH or STAT required courses at the 2000-level and junior or senior status. (1)
  
  • MATH 4521 - Colloquium

    (STAT 4521 ) Topic determined each semester by faculty. Independent work by students under the guidance of a faculty member to be presented orally and in writing to student majors and faculty. Meets once per week. Prerequisite(s): MATH 4511 . A grade of “C” or better in all MATH or STAT required courses at the 2000-level and junior or senior status. (1, ENGAGEMENTS/Senior Capstone)
  
  • MATH 4999 - Senior Comprehensives

    (0)

Medical Laboratory Science

  
  • MDLS 2000 - Introduction to MLS

    Lecture and practical exercises that focus on laboratory personnel and operation in a clinical laboratory. Students will become familiar with management, employee motivation, interpersonal communication, and interview skills. Students will learn the operations of a clinical laboratory, including laws, regulations, accrediting standards, compliance, and laboratory information systems in an evolving healthcare system.  Discussions, demonstrations, and laboratory exercises performed in the student laboratory designed to familiarize the student with the principles, procedures, and interpretation of general and advanced techniques in the clinical laboratory. Includes theory and practical experience for laboratory skills including phlebotomy, laboratory mathematics, quality control, quality assurance, and principles of instrumentation. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 1240  with grade of “C” or better;  CHEM 2210/2210D  with a grade of “C” or better, or permission of instructor. (3)
  
  • MDLS 3000 - Professional Skills

    Discussions, demonstrations, and laboratory exercises performed in the student laboratory designed to familiarize the student with the principles, procedures, and interpretation of general and advanced techniques in the clinical laboratory. Includes theory and practical experience for laboratory skills including phlebotomy, laboratory mathematics, quality control, quality assurance, and principles of instrumentation. Prerequisite(s): MDLS 2000  with grade of “C” or better. (3)
  
  • MDLS 3030 - Hematology I

    Lectures on normal function and morphology of the blood and bone marrow, and theoretical aspects of blood cell development and function. Included will be evaluation and interpretation of available laboratory methods. Prerequisite(s): MDLS 2000  with grade of “C” or better. (3)
  
  • MDLS 3030L - Hematology I Lab

    Corresponding laboratory course to MDLS 3030 . Prerequisite(s): MDLS 2000  with grade of “C” or better. (1)
  
  • MDLS 3040 - Hematology II

    Introduces human hematological disorders associated with white cell abnormalities and anomalies. Emphasizes cell identification, cell differentiation and cell morphology evaluation procedures. Allows for practice of hematology analytical skills and correlation of laboratory findings with patient symptoms and clinical history. Included will be evaluation and interpretation of available laboratory methods. Prerequisite(s): MDLS 2000 , MDLS 3030 , MDLS 3030L  with grade of “C” or better. (3)
  
  
  • MDLS 3500 - Introduction of Molecular Diagnostic Techniques

    Lectures, discussions, demonstrations, and laboratory exercises designed to familiarize the student with the principles and clinical applications of nucleic acid-based molecular testing and virology in the clinical laboratory. Prerequisite(s): MDLS 2000 , BIOL 2010 , BIOL 2010L  with grade of “C” or better, or permission of instructor. (3)
  
  • MDLS 4000 - Senior Capstone - Management, Education and Research for MDLS Majors

    An intense, integrative review course of selected topics in medical laboratory science to prepare students for the board examination and state license including concepts in laboratory management, education and research with critical thinking, problem solving, and professional skills. Contains comprehensive MDLS exam.  Two semester course. Prerequisite(s): All 3000-level MDLS courses with grades of “C” or better. (2)
  
  • MDLS 4122 - Immunohematology

    Lectures, discussions, demonstrations, and laboratory exercises performed in the student laboratory designed to familiarize the student with the principles, procedures and interpretation of general and advanced techniques as applied in the clinical immunohematology laboratory. Stresses importance of laboratory quality control in transfusion practices. Prerequisite(s): BIOL 3070 , BIOL 3070L  and all 3000-level MDLS courses with grades of “C” or better. (3)
  
  • MDLS 4122L - Immunohematology Lab

    Corresponding laboratory course to MDLS 4122 . Prerequisite(s): BIOL 3070 , BIOL 3070L  and all 3000-level MDLS courses with grades of “C” or better. (1)
  
  • MDLS 4123 - Urinalysis and Body Fluids

    An introduction to the concepts important to urine and body fluid evaluation. Includes the anatomy and physiology of the kidney, physical, chemical and microscopic examination of urine, cerebrospinal fluid, and other body fluids as well as quality control, quality assurance and safety. Prerequisite(s): All 3000-level MDLS courses with grades of “C” or better. (2)
  
  • MDLS 4123L - Urinalysis and Body Fluids Lab

    Corresponding laboratory course to MDLS 4123 . Prerequisite(s): All 3000-level MDLS courses with grades of “C” or better. (1)
  
  • MDLS 4124 - Clinical Chemistry Lecture

    Lectures and discussions on the physiological pathology of the major organ systems and their chemical constituents with emphasis on the methodology used in the clinical chemistry laboratory in the investigation of pathological changes occurring in disease states. Students will take part in laboratory exercises designed to familiarize them with the principles, procedures, and interpretation of techniques applied in the clinical chemistry laboratory. Prerequisite(s): All 3000-level MDLS courses with grades of “C” or better. (3)
  
  • MDLS 4124L - Clinical Chemistry Lab

    Corresponding laboratory course to MDLS 4124. Designed to familiarize students with the principles, procedures, and interpretation of general and advanced instrumentation in the chemistry laboratory. Stresses quality control and assurance. Prerequisite(s): All 3000-level MDLS courses with grades of “C” or better. (1)
  
  • MDLS 4231 - Clinical Microscopy Lab

    Lectures on the physiology, metabolism, and pathogenesis of medically important bacteria with emphasis on their isolation and identification in the clinical laboratory.  Practicum consists of discussions, demonstrations, and laboratory exercises performed in the clinical laboratory designed to familiarize the student with the principles, procedures, and interpretation of general and advanced techniques as applied to urinalysis and body fluid laboratories. Includes principals of instrumentation and methods of laboratory quality control. Prerequisite(s): All 3000-level MDLS courses with grades of “C” or better. (1)
  
  • MDLS 4232 - Clinical Immunohematology Practicum

    This course provides clinical training in blood-banking techniques with emphasis on cell-typing, cross-matching, and compatibility problems and emphasizes the importance of laboratory quality control in transfusion practices. Prerequisite(s): MDLS 4000  with grade of “C” or better. (3)
  
  • MDLS 4233 - Clinical Hematology Practicum

    This course provides clinical training relating to the principles, procedures, and interpretation of manual and automated general and advanced techniques as applied in the clinical hematology and coagulation laboratories. Includes principles of instrumentation and methods of laboratory quality control. Prerequisite(s): MDLS 4000  with grade of “C” or better. (3)
  
  • MDLS 4234 - Clinical Microbiology Practicum

    This course provides clinical training in the theory, practical application, and pathogenesis of clinical microbiology, including collection, quality control, quality assurance, safety, setup, identification, susceptibility testing, and reporting results. Prerequisite(s): MDLS 4000  with grade of “C” or better. (3)
  
  • MDLS 4235 - Clinical Serology (Immunology) Practicum

    This course provides clinical training in a working clinical laboratory with an emphasis on the theory and application of basic immunological principles, including the immune response and the principles of serological procedures including quality control, quality assurance, and safety in Medical Laboratory Science. Prerequisite(s): MDLS 4000  with grade of “C” or better. (1)
  
  • MDLS 4236 - Clinical Chemistry Practicum

    This course provides students with an opportunity for in-depth application and reinforcement of chemistry principles and techniques in a medical laboratory setting. Topics include: therapeutic drugs and toxicology; automated and manual chemistry; immunochemistry; special chemistry; safety; correlation of test results to disease states and critical values; instrumentation; documentation/quality control; and process improvement. The clinical practicum is implemented through the use of written training plans, written performance evaluation, and coordinated supervision. Prerequisite(s): MDLS 4000  with grade of “C” or better. (3)

Musicianship

  
  • MUSM 1200 - Italian Diction

    Rules of pronunciation in basic Italian song literature. (1)
  
  • MUSM 1211 - Voice Class I

    Principles of voice production. (1)
  
  • MUSM 1212 - Voice Class I

    Principles of voice production. (2)
  
  • MUSM 1221 - Voice Class II

    Principles of voice production. (1)
  
  • MUSM 1222 - Voice Class II

    Principles of voice production. (2)
  
  • MUSM 1270 - Piano Class I

    Fundamental piano techniques. (1)
  
  • MUSM 1280 - Piano Class II

    Fundamental piano techniques. (1)
  
  • MUSM 2010 - Foundations in Functional Musicianship I - Voice and Percussion

    A brief overview of the vocal mechanism with its fundamental pedagogy and a selected study of percussion instruments. (1)
  
  • MUSM 2020 - Foundations in Functional Musicianship II - Woodwinds and Brass

    Techniques of woodwind and brass playing and fundamental pedagogy. (1)
  
  • MUSM 2180 - Elementary Conducting

    Techniques and terminologies for beginning conductors. (2)
  
  • MUSM 2200 - French Diction

    Rules of pronunciation using basic French song literature. (1)
  
  • MUSM 2211 - Voice Class III

    More advanced approach to voice production. Prerequisite: MUSM 1211 -MUSM 1221  or private voice study. (1)
  
  • MUSM 2212 - Voice Class III

    More advanced approach to voice production. Prerequisite: MUSM 1211 -MUSM 1221  or private voice study. (2)
 

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