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LANG 4080 - Foreign Language Teaching Methodology (FREN 4080 , SPAN 4080 ) An examination of conventional methodologies of teaching foreign languages. This presentation will be directed to both primary and secondary levels and will include the following topics, among others: analysis of the theoretical premises upon which each method is founded; critical assessment of the strengths and limitations of each method; demonstration of classroom techniques derived from the various methods; discussion of the proficiency orientation contained in each method; and analysis of current textbooks and materials with discussion of how they reflect the theories under study. The practical component of the course will be integrated through demonstrations of teaching techniques, peer teaching, class observations, and hands-on activities. (3)
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LATN 1010 - Elementary Latin Grammar, basic vocabulary, graded readings. (3, Fa)
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LATN 1020 - Elementary Latin Grammar, basic vocabulary, graded readings. (3, Sp)
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LATN 2010 - Intermediate Latin Review of grammar and additional reading. Selections from ancient authors. (3, Fa)
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LATN 2020 - Intermediate Latin Review of grammar and additional reading. Selections from ancient authors. (3, Sp)
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Management The Fall (Fa), Spring (Sp), or Summer (Su) semesters indicated are expected but are not guaranteed.
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MGMT 2060 - Principles of Management An integrated overview of the fundamentals of managerial decision making with a focus on developing the skills necessary to identify problems that confront managers who then must apply the necessary tools (both analytical and intuitive) to foment solutions that coalesce with the firm’s goals and objectives. Topics include the importance of teamwork, motivation, leadership, and ethics. Prerequisite(s): ENGL 1020 (3, FaSpSu, EXP)
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MGMT 3090 - Customer Relationship Management (SMKT 3090 ) The course will help students identify actions that businesses use to categorize and address customers effectively through the use of information and technology. This will also help students learn the benefits of knowing customers more intimately and show them how information can be used to increase revenues, satisfaction, and profitability. Prerequisite(s): SMKT 2050 (3, Sp)
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MGMT 3100 - Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability This course focuses on the concept of Corporate Social Responsibility and Sustainability (CSRS) as it relates to organizations in the domestic and international domain. The course takes an interdisciplinary approach to CSRS, and considers the historical, philosophical, strategic, political, environmental, psychological and global underpinnings of this phenomenon. Students will be introduced to its history and evolution, the diverse approaches to its conceptualization and application, its relationship to traditional financial performance measures, its implications for functional and stakeholder groups and its global effect and reach. Prerequisite(s): Open to juniors and seniors only or permission of the instructor. (3, Fa)
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MGMT 3120 - Human Resource Management Analyzes the “people” problems of management, job analysis, planning, recruiting, selection, training and development, performance evaluation, wage and salary administration, incentive systems, benefit programs. Prerequisite(s): MGMT 2060 (3, Fa)
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MGMT 3140 - Organizational Behavior An experiential approach to learning individual and group behaviors within organizational contexts. Includes both traditional and cutting-edge approaches to behavior in post-modern organizations. Prerequisite(s): MGMT 2060 (3, Fa)
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MGMT 3160 - Project Management The course is organized around teaching the technical aspect of project management, rather than focusing on the theoretical aspects of management. This course will have an enhanced focus on the use of project management application software and a focus on finding a “real-world” project on which students can gain hands-on experience. Topics covered will include project planning, budgeting, scheduling, monitoring, and controlling. Prerequisite(s): MGMT 2060 and ECON 2070 (3, Sp)
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MGMT 3170 - Service Operations Management The service sector has become the fastest growing industry sector, on a global basis. Some of the topics covered in the course are yield management, data envelopment analysis, experience management, and scoring systems that are used nearly exclusively in services. This course is intended to focus on these areas and to assist in skill/application building for students pursuing careers in the service sector. Prerequisite(s): MGMT 2060 and ECON 2070 (3, Sp)
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MGMT 3190 - Operations Management A study of the problems encountered in operations and production with emphasis on product decisions, process planning, network planning, plant location, facilities acquisition and layout. Prerequisite(s): MGMT 2060 and ECON 2070 (3, Fa)
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MGMT 3530 - Sales Force Management (SMKT 3530 ) Organization, communications process, group influences, forecasting, recruiting, training, design, motivation, supervision, compensation, control of sales organizations. Prerequisite(s): SMKT 2050 (3, Fa)
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MGMT 3780 - Organization and Operation of a Small Business (ENTR 3780 ) An examination of methods that investigate the complexity of management practices in general entrepreneurship with a perspective that can explore the marketplace for successful venture opportunities. Strong emphasis is given to learning the skill factors related to planning, marketing, managing, and financing small business ventures. A two- to five-member team working with a local area entrepreneurial client will develop a comprehensive consulting report including a full business plan. Prerequisite(s): Open to juniors and seniors only or permission of the instructor. (3, Fa)
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MGMT 4010S - Leadership Seminar One of the key aspects of management is its focus on leadership. For centuries the concept of whether leaders are “born or made” has been a subject of debate. Students will be required to read between three to five current books on key management topics and they will be required to analyze the leadership concepts and impacts on the leader’s organization. Additionally, student will be required to read and analyze specific cases in leadership and to conduct a research term paper on a key topic in this area. Prerequisites: senior standing. (3, Sp, EXP)
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MGMT 4999 - Senior Comprehensives. (BSAD 4999 ) Prerequisites: senior standing. (0, FaSp)
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Mass Communication Expansive Core Curriculum courses are denoted by EXP. Service Learning courses are denoted by SL.
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MSCM 1100 - Introduction to Mass Communication Examination of the structure, functions, and theories of mass media in contemporary society. Students are familiarized with the social, economic, and political aspects of the radio, television, book, newspaper, public relations, magazine, film, and record industries. (3, EXP)
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MSCM 1300 - Sports Broadcasting I - Beginning This course is an introductory course in the theory, art, and technology of creating, preparing, and producing sports broadcast. Another component of this course concentrates on fundamental logistics and execution of remote broadcasts and develops sports-casting delivery. Students will have the opportunity to work with the University student sports broadcasting outlets in basic roles such as: camera operator, instant replay operator, game day runner, and occasional announcer. (3-credit-hour combination of lecture and live production experience). Co-requisite: MSCM 1100 or permission of instructor. (3)
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MSCM 2009 - 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)
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MSCM 2030 - Principles of Strategic Communication Examination of the theory of public relations and its relationship to work in the field as practiced by professionals. The course will provide students with a solid foundation in the practice of public relations. (3)
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MSCM 2222 - Introduction to Converged Media Writing. An introduction to basic writing styles pertaining to broadcasting, print, public relations and online media. This course places heavy emphasis on grammar, sentence structure, vocabulary, clarity, style and logic as applied to the writing for news media. Processes, procedures and skills of information gathering and writing are explored in preparing material for the new media environment. Co-requisite: ENGL 1010 and ENGL 1020 or the permission of the instructor. (3)
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MSCM 2300 - Sports Broadcasting II-Advanced This course is an advanced course in the theory, art, and technology of creating, preparing, and producing sports broadcast and associated sports programs and media products. Students will have the opportunity to work in the management and presentation of sports products such as: Reporter, blogger, show host, interviewer, writer, editor, producer and director. (3-credit-hour combination of lecture and live production experience) Prerequisite: MSCM 1300 or permission of instructor. (3)
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MSCM 2400 - Social Media The Social Media course teaches students about the evolution of social networks, its popularity among consumers and audiences, and its relevance to not only media industries but all organizations as they communicate to the public in a digital age. Students will also learn the effective use of social media and will consider the future of social media in today’s society. Prerequisites: none (3)
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MSCM 2500 - Intermediate Converged Media Writing An introduction to intermediate-level writing styles pertaining to broadcasting, print, public relations and online media. This course places heavy emphasis on grammar, sentence structure, vocabulary, clarity, style and logic as applied to the writing for news media. Processes, procedures and skills of information gathering and writing are explored in preparing material for the new media environment.. Co-requisite: ENGL 1010 and ENGL 1020 or the permission of the instructor. (3)
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MSCM 2530 - Fundamentals of Audio Production Orientation to capabilities and use of radio studio. Introduction to production of radio program type. Introduction to basic acoustics, radio board operation, commercial and dramatic production. Prerequisite MSCM 2500 (3)
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MSCM 2540 - Storytelling Through Digital Editing Advanced digital editing principles and techniques of storytelling using professional software. Students will apply editing principles to create narrative projects, and develop and complete an original short video. Prerequisite: MSCM 1200 - Principles of Visual Media or the permission of the instructor. (3)
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MSCM 2580 - Film Appreciation Film as art, industry and as social and cultural force. Emphasis on aesthetic appreciation, major historical developments, and impact of film on American culture. Course includes screening and analysis of several films. Meets core curriculum requirement for Fine Arts. (3)
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MSCM 2600 - Advanced Converged Media Writing Comprehensive development of advanced writing, interviewing, and production skills in digital print, web, broadcast, strategic communication (advertising and public relations) formats that may include, but are not limited to, radio and television news stories, digital news stories, 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 2500 . (3)
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MSCM 2950 - Radio and Television Announcing Theory and practice in on-air presence and in the use of the microphone with specific attention toward developing individual abilities in the announcing roles used in the electronic media. Scripted and unscripted delivery in a variety of broadcast situations will be emphasized. Prerequisite: MSCM 2500 or permission of instructor. (3)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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, EXP)
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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.) (1)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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MSCM 4400 - Environmental Communications Explores contemporary ecological issues and approaches. Stress on in-depth research and reporting on local environmental problems. (3)
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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)
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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)
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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)
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CHIN 1010 - Elementary Mandarin CHIN1010 is the first of two courses that are designed to introduce students to modern Mandarin Chinese. It aims to help the learners with their communicative ability in Chinese through learning language structures, functions, and related cultural background knowledge as well as through structured listening, speaking, reading and writing skill training. Upon successful completion of the course, the students will be able to conduct basic daily conversation, read and write about 200 Chinese characters/phrases, understand Chinese grammar and phonetic system (pinyin), and gain an understanding and appreciation of major Chinese cultural traditions, festivals, and lifestyle. (3)
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CHIN 1020 - Elementary Mandarin CHIN 1020 is the second of the two courses that are designed to introduce students to modern Mandarin Chinese. It also aims to consolidate students’ listening, speaking, reading, and writing skills through enhanced understanding and application of the grammar, vocabulary, structures, and functions of the Chinese language. Students who have successfully completed CHIN 1020 will be able to recognize and write about 900 Chinese characters/phrases, further develop fundamental language skills, apply their Chinese skills in a communicative context, and increase their understanding of the Chinese culture and society. Prerequisite: CHIN 1010 (3)
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CHIN 2010 - Intermediate Mandarin The course is designed to further develop the language skills in Chinese based on the beginner’s courses (CHIN 1010 and CHIN 1020 ). The course consists of one semester with a continued focus on developing listening, spoken and reading skills of the course participants. Students will use varied methods in class to practice vocabulary and sentence patterns, as well as to learn conversation skills. These methods include paired dialogues, role play, group discussion, debate, acting out situations, and practice in both oral and written translation. Prerequisites: One year of Chinese language learning experience, or completion of CHIN 1010 and CHIN 1020 . (3)
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CHIN 3010 - Special Topics in Chinese This course aims to help the learners with their communicative ability in Chinese and intensive understanding of Chinese through learning language structures, functions, and related cultural background knowledge as well as through structured listening, speaking, reading and writing skill training. These methods include cultural exposure, learning output presentation, intensive writing, and performances. This course is ideal for students who have completed CHIN 2010 or have studied Chinese for at least two years. (3)
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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: MATH 0990DR (Non-degree credit, 4, FaSpSu)
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MATH 0990DR - 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. eet once per week. A grade of “FE” may be applied for students who are absent four or more times in this course. Corequisite: MATH 0990D . (Non-degree credit, 0, FaSpSu)
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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: Completion of all developmental mathematics deficiencies. (3, FaSp)
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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: Completion of all developmental mathematics deficiencies. (3)
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MATH 1020 - Basic Statistics I (STAT 2010 ) Descriptive statistics, probability and statistical inference. Students may not receive credit for both MATH 2010 (STAT 1020) and ECON 2070 . Prerequisite: Completion of all developmental mathematics deficiencies. Students may not receive credit for both MATH 2010 (STAT 1020) and ECON 2070 .(3, FaSpSu, EXP)
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MATH 1030 - Pre-Calculus Unified college algebra and trigonometry. Elementary functions and relations with their graphs. Prerequisite: Completion of all developmental mathematics deficiencies. (4, FaSpSu)
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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. Prerequisites: completion of all developmental math deficiencies, or adequate score on the XMPT. (4, FaSpSu)
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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: Grade of “C” or better in MATH 1030 or in MATH 1030I or advanced placement by test score or permission of chairperson. (4, FaSpSu)
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MATH 1070H - Introductory Calculus Open to selected students only. Students must complete all work in MATH 1070 concurrently and participate in 10 additional meetings in the semester. Prerequisite: Grade of “A” in MATH 1030 or in MATH 1030I or advanced placement by test score or permission of chairperson. (4, FaSp)
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MATH 2015 - Geometry for Elementary Education Majors Understanding and applying geometric relationships and problem solving in two and three dimensions. Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in MATH 1015 or in MATH 1030 or in MATH 1030I . (3)
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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: grade C or higher in MATH 1070 /MATH 1070H (3, Sp, EXP)
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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: Grade of “C” or better in MATH 1015 or in MATH 1030 or in MATH 1030I (3)
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MATH 2030 - Elementary Linear Algebra Systems of equations, matrices, determinants, vector spaces, eigenvalues, linear mappings, etc. Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in MATH 1030 or MATH 1030I . Corequisite: MATH 1070 /MATH 1070H . (3, FaSp)
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MATH 2040 - Basic Statistics II (STAT 2020 ) Hypothesis testing of population means, proportions, etc. Contingency tables, goodness-of-fit, analysis of variance, nonparametric statistics. Introduction of computer packages to analyze data. Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in MATH 1020 (or STAT 2010 ) or ECON 2070 . (4, Sp, EXP)
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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: Grade of “C” or better in MATH 1070 /MATH 1070H . (4, FaSp)
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MATH 2070H - Calculus II Open to selected students only. Students must complete all work in MATH 2070 concurrently and participate in 10 additional meetings in the semester. Prerequisite: Grade of “A” in MATH 1070 /MATH 1070H or advanced placement by test score or permission of chairperson. (4, FaSp)
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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: Grade of “C” or better in MATH 2070 /MATH 2070H . (4, FaSp)
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MATH 2150L - Statistics Technology Lab (STAT 2150L ) Problem-solving in statistics using appropriate statistical software. Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in STAT 2010 (MATH 1020 ) or ECON 2070 (1, Sp)
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MATH 2160L - Mathematics Technology Lab Solution of complex mathematical problems using appropriate computer software. Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in MATH 1070 /MATH 1070H (1, Sp)
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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 (FaSp, 3)
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MATH 2530 - Differential Equations Usual methods of solving ordinary differential equations; introduction to the general theory. Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in MATH 2070 /MATH 2070H (3, FaSp)
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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: Grade of “C” or better in PHIL 2040 and MATH 1070 /MATH 1070H (3, Fa)
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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: Grade of “C” or better in MATH 2550 (3, Sp)
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MATH 3010 - Biostatistics (STAT 3010 ) Applications of descriptive and inferential statistics to health science disciplines. Introduction of specialized techniques used in biomedical sciences. Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in MATH 1070 /MATH 1070H . Corequisite: MATH 3010D /STAT 3010D (3, FaSp, EXP)
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MATH 3010D - Biostatistics Drill (STAT 3010D ) Applications of descriptive and inferential statistics to health science disciplines. Introduction of specialized techniques used in biomedical sciences. Biostatistics Drill meets once per week. Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in MATH 1070 /MATH 1070H . Corequisite: MATH 3010 /STAT 3010 (0, FaSp, EXP)
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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. Prerequisites: Grade of “C” or better in MATH 2080 and working knowledge of some programming language. Corequisite: MATH 2530 (3)
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MATH 3110 - Applied Mathematics Applications of different topics in mathematics with emphasis on modeling techniques. Prerequisites: Grade of “C” or better in MATH 2030 or permission of the instructor. (3)
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MATH 3750 - Complex Variables and Applications Theory and application of complex numbers, complex mappings, analytic and holomorphic functions. Prerequisite: MATH 2080 with a grade of “C” or better. (3)
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MATH 4001 - Mathematical Problem Solving I 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 differential and integral calculus, differential equations, and their applications. Places strong emphasis on critical reasoning, synthesis, and clarity of written expressions. Prerequisite: Grade of “C” or better in each of MATH 2080 and MATH 2530 . (1)
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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: Grade of “C” or better in MATH 2030 , MATH 2550 and MATH 2560 . (1)
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MATH 4010 - Modern Geometry Elementary foundations of geometry from a rigorous point of view, concepts in advanced Euclidean, projective, and non-Euclidean geometry. Prerequisites: Grade of “C” or better in MATH 2070 /MATH 2070H and MATH 2560 or permission of instructor. (3)
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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. Prerequisites: Grade of “C” or better in MATH 2080 and MATH 4010 . (3)
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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: Grade of “C” or better in MATH 2080 and in STAT 2010 (MATH 1020 ) or equivalent or permission of the instructor. (3, Fa)
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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: Grade of “C” or better in MATH 4040 (or STAT 4040 ). (3, Sp)
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MATH 4050 - Real Analysis I Real number system; Sequences – their limits, Bolzano-Weirstrass Theorem; Limits of functions; Continuous functions, uniform continuity. Prerequisites: Grade of “C” or better in MATH 2080 and MATH 2560 or permission of instructor. (3, Fa)
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MATH 4060 - Real Analysis II Differentiation, Riemann- Stieltjes integration; Sequences of functions – uniform convergence, Infinite series. Prerequisites: Grade of “C” or better in MATH 4050 or permission of instructor. (3, Sp)
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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: MATH 4050 with a grade of “C” or better or permission of the instructor. (3)
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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. Prerequisites: MATH 2560 or permission of the instructor. Corequisite: MATH 4095D (3, Fa)
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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. Prerequisites: MATH 2560 or permission of the instructor. Corequisite: MATH 4095 (0, Fa)
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MATH 4201 - Special Topics Topics may vary from semester to semester. May be repeated for credit when the topic changes. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor. (1)
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MATH 4202 - Special Topics Topics may vary from semester to semester. May be repeated for credit when the topic changes. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor. (2)
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MATH 4203 - Special Topics Topics may vary from semester to semester. May be repeated for credit when the topic changes. Prerequisites: Permission of the instructor. (3)
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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. Prerequisites: A grade of “C” or better in all MATH or STAT required courses at the 2000-level and junior or senior status. (1)
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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. Prerequisites: 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)
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