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2022-2023 William R. Kellett School of Undergraduate and Graduate Studies Academic Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Graduate Course Descriptions
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Following are the list of courses offered in the William R. Kellett School of Undergraduate and Graduate Studies. The courses are organized alphabetically by the course prefix, and then by the course number. Both undergraduate and graduate courses are included.
Credits
The unit of credit is the semester hour. It is defined as one class hour (or its equivalent) per week for one semester.
All courses listed in this catalog are three semester hour courses unless indicated otherwise.
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Mathematics (MAT) |
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MAT 221 - Statistics for Psychology Semester Hours: 3
This course provides an overview of the methods of statistical analysis for psychological studies. The course identifies the appropriate hypothesis test for various research designs. These tests include z tests, t tests, analysis of variance, correlation and regression, and chi-square tests.
Pre-requisites: PSY 200 - General Psychology and any of the following: MAT 140 - Advanced Algebra or MAT 220 - Probability and Statistics or ACT Math score at or above 24.
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MAT 231 - Calculus I (4 semester hours) Semester Hours: 4
Differential calculus, including limits and continuity, differentiation, and applications. The course also covers an introduction to integral calculus, including integrals, anti-differentiation, and the fundamental theorems of calculus.
Pre-requisites: MAT 162 - Pre-Calculus or ACT score at or above 28 or placement.
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MAT 242 - Calculus II (4 semester hours) Semester Hours: 4
Integral calculus, including techniques of integration, area, volume, arc length, and other applications of integrals. The course also covers sequences and series.
Pre-requisites: MAT 231 - Calculus I (4 semester hours) .
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MAT 250 - Discrete Mathematics Semester Hours: 3
An introduction to discrete mathematics intended primarily for computer science and mathematics majors. Combinatorics, logic, algorithm design and analysis, graph theory, and Boolean algebra.
Pre-requisites: MAT 140 - Advanced Algebra or ACT score at or above 24 or placement.
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MAT 320 - Applied Statistics Semester Hours: 3
A continuation of MAT 220 - Probability and Statistics . This course includes two sample procedures, linear regression and correlation, analysis of variance, and inference. Statistics software is introduced. Emphasis on methods used in statistical applications.
Pre-requisites: MAT 220 - Probability and Statistics .
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MAT 362 - Linear Algebra Semester Hours: 3
The study of vector spaces, matrices, linear mappings, determinants, and the decomposition of a vector space. Applications to the geometry of n-dimensional Euclidean spaces are presented.
Pre-requisites: MAT 242 - Calculus II (4 semester hours) or consent.
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MAT 370 - Numerical Analysis Semester Hours: 3
A study of numerical techniques. Error analysis, solution of equations, summation techniques, series solutions, and numerical integration are covered.
Pre-requisites: MAT 242 - Calculus II (4 semester hours) or consent.
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Management Information Systems (MIS) |
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Marketing (MKT) |
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MKT 350 - Marketing Principles Semester Hours: 3
Basic study of pricing, channels of distribution, private brands, institutions, regulations, costs, efficiency, contemporary marketing problems, and laws.
Pre-requisites: none.
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MKT 375 - Marketing Research Semester Hours: 3
The objective of marketing research is to offer information to decision makers which allow them to make better operating decisions and strategy formulation. This course focuses on both the qualitative and quantitative aspects of marketing research including its utilization in market segmentation, market demand analysis, new product design and sales forecasting, among other topics. Students will become familiar with the different stages of the marketing research process; further development of analytical skills to allow students to successfully undertake such research and to be conversant in the terminology and methods used in this endeavor. In addition this course seeks to improve skills in project management, critical thinking, analytical business problem solving, working in a teamwork setting and the use of oral and written communication skills in presentation of research work.
Pre-requisites: MKT 350 - Marketing Principles and MAT 220 - Probability and Statistics .
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MKT 388 - Integrated Marketing Communications Semester Hours: 3
Designed to develop an understanding of the communication process between the firm and its customers/clients. Consumer behavior as it relates to advertising, personal selling, publicity, and sales promotion as components of the promotional mix are topics covered, as are social and legal constraints of promotion. Includes an introduction to the concept of advertising and promotion management.
Pre-requisites: MKT 350 - Marketing Principles .
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MKT 400 - Marketing Internship (1-12 semester hours) Semester Hours: 1-12
An internship in a business-related marketing field arranged in advance by the student in consultation with the faculty advisor and Cooperative Education and Career Readiness office staff. Students are expected to participate extensively in the work and activities of the organization.
Pre-requisites: EXP 100 - Professional Protocol (1 semester hour) .
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MKT 425 - Retail Management Semester Hours: 3
Planning, directing, and control of selling and marketing activity in an organization. Includes formulation of marketing objectives, policies, programs, and strategies as well as managerial aspects of product, price, promotion, and distribution decisions.
Pre-requisites: MKT 350 - Marketing Principles .
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MKT 485 - Marketing Management Semester Hours: 3
The study and integration of the marketing concept, strategic planning, marketing research, and information systems. Consumer and organizational buying behavior, sales forecasting, market segmentation and positioning, organizing, evaluating, and control of marketing are among the several other topics treated in this capstone course of the marketing program.
Co-requisites: MKT 375 - Marketing Research .
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Music (MUS) |
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MUS 120 - Music in History and Culture Semester Hours: 3
An introduction to the history, significant composers, and major works of the Western musical tradition. Students will explore genres including sacred music, opera, the symphony, and jazz. The course also includes an overview of music from selected non-Western cultures in order to place the Western tradition within the larger context of world music.
Pre-requisites: none.
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MUS 317 - Music Teaching Techniques for Elementary and Middle School (2 semester hours) Semester Hours: 2
Basic introduction to the special methods and techniques necessary for effective introduction to music education in the elementary/middle school classroom. Educational research and practice related to the development, implementation, and evaluation of curricula in music. Preparation and presentation of music lessons for elementary/middle school children.
Pre-requisites: EDU 100 - Introduction to Education .
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Nonprofit Organization Management (NPO) |
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NPO 140 - Introduction to Nonprofit Organizations Semester Hours: 3
The volunteer or nonprofit organizations in the United States have played a major role in the nation’s development. This course introduces the nonprofit sector as it has developed and currently exists, including its history, its role, its size and characteristics, as well as the structure and types of nonprofit organizations and the ethics of charitable work.
Pre-requisites: none.
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NPO 330 - Managing Nonprofit Organizations Semester Hours: 3
An introduction to the approaches used in managing nonprofit organizations including planning, organizing and leading the board, staff, and volunteers and managing the resources.
Pre-requisites: NPO 140 - Introduction to Nonprofit Organizations or consent.
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NPO 365 - Fundraising Semester Hours: 3
Fundraising is an essential skill for nonprofit organization managers. This seminar covers the principles, strategies and practice of fundraising in nonprofit organizations. Through readings, discussion and experience students will learn to prepare the organization, design a strategy, and practice the key methods: the annual fund, direct requests, capital fundraising special events, grant writing and planned giving. In addition to classroom discussion of the principles, students will work outside the class with an area organization.
Pre-requisites: NPO 140 - Introduction to Nonprofit Organizations or consent of instructor.
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NPO 410 - Internship in Nonprofit Management Semester Hours: 3
A contracted 150-hour internship with a nonprofit organization engages the student in at least three dimensions of nonprofit organization management.
Pre-requisites: sophomore standing.
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Nursing (NUR) |
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NUR 280 - Special Topics in Nursing Semester Hours: 3
This seminar-style course offers an opportunity for a focused study of selected topics of particular interest and relevance to health care delivery.
Pre-requisites: NUR 301 - Professional Nursing Practice or consent.
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NUR 301 - Professional Nursing Practice Semester Hours: 3
This course provides an appraisal of contemporary nursing practice and how professional identity has been developed from a historical perspective, through nursing theory, and the conceptual foundation of practice. The student will examine legal, ethical and social issues in nursing practice. The course will emphasize the application of theory into practice, the scope and standards of nursing practice, and the integration of professional values in practice.
Pre-requisites: required admittance to the Lakeland University RN to BSN Completion Program.
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NUR 303 - Research and Evidence-Based Practice in Nursing Semester Hours: 3
This course fosters a deep understanding of the principles and practice of research and the importance of building nursing practice on evidence. Students will review research methodologies and then systematically collect, interpret, and report data all while considering patient preferences and values. Nurses must be competent and capable of investigating and evaluating data to adopt, teach and evaluate evidence-based practice to improve patient outcomes, and provide safe, quality health care to patients, communities, and populations. The ever-changing healthcare environment requires an accelerated transition of research findings into practice and the use of practice data to improve care and outcomes.
Pre- or co-requisites: MAT 220 - Probability and Statistics and NUR 301 - Professional Nursing Practice . Required admittance to the Lakeland University RN to BSN Completion Program.
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NUR 320 - Comprehensive Health and Physical Assessment Semester Hours: 3
As a key nursing function, assessment is the systematic method of collecting and analyzing data for the purpose of planning patient-centered care. This course will emphasize accurate health-history taking, and holistic health assessment skills to deliver safe, effective nursing care in today’s ever-changing healthcare environment. No matter where the nurse practices, they need to be prepared to perform accurate, timely assessments based on evidence-based knowledge. The student will develop critical thinking skills to analyze the data collected to identify client problems and make informed nursing judgments. Emphasis will be placed on cultural competence, lifespan considerations, psychosocial, sociocultural, environment and community, and interprofessional collaboration.
Pre- or co-requisites: NUR 301 - Professional Nursing Practice . Required admittance to the Lakeland University RN to BSN Completion Program
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NUR 330 - Healthcare Systems, Policy, Regulation, and Advocacy Semester Hours: 3
This course provides an overview of healthcare systems including historical context, philosophical concepts and major developments which have shaped healthcare in the United States and abroad. Students will gain a greater understanding of community collaboration, cultural influences, and emergency preparedness. Various policies, regulations, and practices are examined. Future trends and issues and contemplated as is the nurse’s role in policymaking and processes that foster advocacy for individuals, communities and populations.
Pre- or co-requisites: NUR 301 - Professional Nursing Practice . Required admittance to the Lakeland University RN to BSN Completion Program.
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NUR 395 - Cooperative Experiential Learning (1-6 semester hours) Semester Hours: 1-6
This course allows a student to earn up to six (6) credits for prior or current professional experiences to recognize that nursing requires lifelong learning that correlates to Lakeland University’s lifelong learning institutional outcome. NUR 395 grants credit for cooperative experiential learning that has occurred since graduation from the associate degree nursing program providing opportunities to think critically, communicate effectively, and succeed professionally. Evidence of learning may include specialty certification, professional work experience, continuing education program credits, nursing leadership roles, professional publications, professional presentations, participation in nursing research, and community service. Credit from NUR 395 may be applied to the Student Designed area of emphasis or another area of emphasis in which the experiential learning aligns.
Pre-requisites: Admission to the RN to BSN Completion Program
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NUR 401 - Systems Leadership for Quality Improvement Semester Hours: 3
This course provides an introduction to organizational and management theory, and leadership styles, values and skills. Students will explore the necessary habits of mind to work with colleagues and leaders in driving and reinventing health care in the community. Nurses must recognize that leadership is their business, they need to take charge of their professional lives, and actively engage in the improvement of their organizations. Emphasis will be placed on teamwork and collaboration, system analysis and problem-solving, quality and safety, delegation and negotiation and other core topics to develop leadership competence.
Pre- or co-requisites: NUR 303 - Research and Evidence-Based Practice in Nursing and NUR 330 - Healthcare Systems, Policy, Regulation, and Advocacy . Required admittance to the Lakeland University RN to BSN Completion Program.
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NUR 403 - Informatics and Patient Care Technologies in Healthcare Semester Hours: 3
This course provides the necessary foundation for nurses to meet the expectation of providing safe, competent, and compassionate care in an increasingly technical and digital environment. Focus is placed on improving patient care and outcomes through the effective use of information, information management systems, and patient care technologies. This course will highlight the nurse’s role in ethically managing data, information, knowledge, and technology to communicate effectively, provide safe and effective patient care, and use data to inform practice decisions.
Pre- or co-requisites: NUR 303 - Research and Evidence-Based Practice in Nursing . Required admittance to the Lakeland University RN to BSN Completion Program.
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NUR 420 - Community Health and Population-Focused Nursing Semester Hours: 3
Public health nursing is an interconnection of nursing science and public health principles that focuses on improving the health of families, groups, and populations. This course provides a broad focus of public health, a more focused view of population health and health promotion, preparing the learner to practice effectively in the context of community-orientated, population-focused nursing practice. Students will be introduced to the impact that public health nursing creates on the general health status of the community through large-scale interventions, and political advocacy. The student will gain a greater understanding of public health nursing’s focus on: health promotion; disease prevention; genomics; epidemiology; protecting vulnerable (at-risk) populations; and identifying and preventing health disparities while being culturally sensitive, client centered and community focused.
Pre- or co-requisites: NUR 303 - Research and Evidence-Based Practice in Nursing and NUR 320 - Comprehensive Health and Physical Assessment . Required admittance to the Lakeland University RN to BSN Completion Program.
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NUR 430 - Community and Population Health Practicum (WI) Semester Hours: 3
(Writing-Intensive)
Through this course, the student will apply the knowledge, skills, and abilities they have gained in the program coursework. This is a one-semester, 75-hour, supervised practicum within a setting approved by the Director of the Nursing Program, clinical/practicum agency, nursing faculty, preceptor, and student. The student will actively participate and integrate their individual professional nursing practice into the community health setting.
It is strongly recommended that students begin looking for a preceptor the semester prior to enrolling in NUR 430 - Community and Population Health Practicum (WI). Questions regarding the practicum may be sent to the Director of the Nursing Program or to the lead faculty of the course.
Pre-requisites: NUR 420 - Community Health and Population-Focused Nursing and GEN 112 - Composition II: Argumentation and Research . Required admittance to the Lakeland University RN to BSN Completion Program.
Pre- or co-requisites: NUR 401 - Systems Leadership for Quality Improvement and NUR 403 - Informatics and Patient Care Technologies in Healthcare .
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NUR 480 - Special Topics in Nursing Semester Hours: 3
This seminar-style course offers an opportunity for a focused study of selected topics of particular interest and relevance to health care delivery.
Pre-requisites: NUR 301 - Professional Nursing Practice or consent.
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NUR 490 - Independent Study in Nursing (1-3 semester hours) Semester Hours: 1-3
Independent study provides an opportunity for the student to identify and select a project of special interest in an area not covered by established program courses. Selected projects should be focused on a subject that reflects a connection to the student’s vocational interest. These projects are primarily designed by the student and will include occasional direction or consultation from the instructor. The student, collaborating with nursing faculty, will create course learning outcomes based on the project of special interest.
Pre-requisites: required admittance to the Lakeland University RN to BSN Completion Program. Junior standing or above, and consent of nursing program director.
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Philosophy (PHI) |
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PHI 110 - Logic Semester Hours: 3
A study of the formal structure of thinking: language and definitions, informal and formal fallacies, deductive and inductive arguments, traditional and symbolic forms.
Pre-requisites: none.
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PHI 221 - Introduction to Philosophy Semester Hours: 3
This course offers an introduction to the scope and methods of philosophical thinking and its ties to related disciplines. Basic philosophical problems are discussed, as well as proposals for solutions.
Pre-requisites: none.
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PHI 232 - Ethics Semester Hours: 3
This course offers an introduction to major ethical theories with exercises in the application of these theories to contemporary problems.
Pre-requisites: GEN 110 - Composition I: Academic Writing or equivalent.
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Political Science (POL) |
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POL 221 - American Government Semester Hours: 3
The concepts of government and politics, as seen by philosophers and political scientists. A study of the federal system, the Constitution, the Bill of Rights. An examination of the three branches of government, in order to understand their strengths and weaknesses in the American political system.
Pre-requisites: none.
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Cooperative Design (PRO) |
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PRO 450 - Cooperative Design Semester Hours: 3
The course provides students an opportunity to design, conduct, assess and present a professional work-related project as part of their academic program. Under the guidance of a faculty member, students will implement a professional project typically in cooperation with their employer or another professional organization. The subject/project proposal must be submitted and approved prior to course enrollment.
Pre-requisites: none. Course may be repeated four times, up to twelve (12) semester hours.
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Psychology (PSY) |
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PSY 200 - General Psychology Semester Hours: 3
An introduction to the major of psychology, including the biological bases of behavior, sensation and perception, learning, memory, personality, and psychological disorders. This course will focus on both the empirical nature of the field and the practical application of the theory and research.
Pre-requisites: none.
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PSY 220 - Social Psychology Semester Hours: 3
A lecture-discussion course addressing the question of why humans behave as they do. Reviews biological, psychological, and sociological theories about the causes and effects of human behavior; presents an interdisciplinary picture of the genetically determined and socially acquired influences on personal behavior. The course addresses individual and group tendencies as they relate to a series of distinctive behaviors, such as aggression, altruism, attitudes, attraction, communication, conformity, group interaction, and prejudice.
Pre-requisites: PSY 200 - General Psychology .
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PSY 221 - Statistics for Psychology Semester Hours: 3
This course provides an overview of the methods of statistical analysis for psychological studies. The course identifies the appropriate hypothesis test for various research designs. These tests include z tests, t tests, analysis of variance, correlation and regression, and chi-square tests.
Pre-requisites: PSY 200 - General Psychology and any of the following: MAT 140 - Advanced Algebra or MAT 220 - Probability and Statistics or ACT Math score at or above 24.
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PSY 222 - Sexuality: Psychosocial Perspectives Semester Hours: 3
This is a course about human sexuality. As sexuality is an integral part of life, knowledge of the personal, historical, scientific, cultural, and political/legal aspects of sexuality are essential. We will study hormones, anatomy, menstruation, pregnancy, birth, birth control, the sexual response cycle, gender differentiation and identity, sexual orientation, love and attraction, relationships and marriage, sexually transmitted infections, sexual deviations, coercive sexual behaviors, and pornography. As appropriate, the topics in this course will be examined through the following perspectives: historical, biological, evolutionary, cross-species, sociological, psychological, feminist, queer, and eclectic.
Pre-requisites: PSY 200 - General Psychology , SOC 100 - Introduction to Sociology , ANT 110 - Introduction to Anthropology , EDU 230 / PSY 230 - Educational Psychology , or consent.
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PSY 227 - Cross-Cultural Psychology Semester Hours: 3
The cultural forces across the globe that influence human behavior and social relationships are examined in the context of psychological, sociological, and ecological research. Using a comparative approach, the predominant modes of human activity (e.g., social interaction, problem solving, emotional experiences, communication, perceptual abilities) are examined in relation to the many cultural contexts in which humans exist.
Pre-requisites: none.
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PSY 230 - Educational Psychology Semester Hours: 3
Educational and psychological theories and their application in the classroom, including various aspects of classroom management and organization, teaching methods and strategies, motivation, moral and personality development, special education and exceptional children, and measurement and evaluation. Special emphasis on relating the theoretical concepts of education and psychology to practical problems of education.
Pre-requisites: none.
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PSY 240 - Positive Psychology Semester Hours: 3
This course explores the three pillars of positive psychology – positive subjective experiences (happiness, joy, etc.), positive character strengths and virtues, and positive institutions (families, schools, religious, and civic communities) that foster the good life. Through experiential exercises the students will employ the methods and concepts of positive psychology to enrich their own lives.
Pre-requisites: PSY 200 - General Psychology .
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PSY 280 - Special Topics in Psychology Semester Hours: 3
A seminar-style course in which the content is determined by student and faculty interests. Possible topics include: community psychology, health psychology, addictive behaviors, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and human sexuality.
Pre-requisites: will be announced in conjunction with topic selected.
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PSY 282 - Industrial/Organizational Psychology Semester Hours: 3
An application of the principles of psychology to the workplace. Based on the science and theories of human behavior, this course emphasizes the enhancement of organizations through maximizing the performance of employees. Topics include construction of job descriptions, interview techniques, evaluating letters of recommendation, developing training programs, measurement of job satisfaction, leadership and empowerment skills, stress management, and other concepts crucial to a successful work environment.
Pre-requisites: PSY 200 - General Psychology or any BUS course.
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PSY 305 - Health Psychology Semester Hours: 3
An application of biological, psychological, and social principles and research to the treatment of illness, prevention of illness, and promotion of health. Topics will include stress and associated coping methods, eating disorders, substance abuse, chronic and life-threatening illnesses, and complementary/alternative medicine.
Pre-requisites: PSY 200 - General Psychology .
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PSY 306 - Gender: Biopsychosocial Perspectives Semester Hours: 3
Theories and research concerning gender identity and sexual identity. The biological, psychological, sociological, and cultural factors that shape gender identities, sexual identities, and the historical and current discriminatory privileging of some gender and sexual identities over others.
Pre-requisites: DVS 150 - Diversity and Social Justice or PSY 200 - General Psychology or SOC 100 - Introduction to Sociology .
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PSY 321 - Personality Theories Semester Hours: 3
Four broad personality strategies (psychodynamic, dispositional, environmental, and representational) will be explored. The theoretical underpinnings, constructs, and applications of the theories will be examined and critiqued in historical, biopsychosocial, and scientific contexts.
Pre-requisites: PSY 200 - General Psychology .
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PSY 330 - Human Growth and Development Semester Hours: 3
The nature of human development from conception through adulthood. A comprehensive overview of human development research methodology. Special emphasis on key concepts in major developmental theories including biosocial, cognitive, psycho-logical, emotional, and social development and their application to the maturing individual. First-hand knowledge of contemporary issues and controversies in the study of infants, children, adolescents, and adults.
Pre-requisites: PSY 200 - General Psychology or EDU 230 / PSY 230 - Educational Psychology or SOC 220 / PSY 220 - Social Psychology and sophomore standing
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PSY 340 - Experimental Psychology Semester Hours: 3
Psychology is the scientific study of behavior and this course teaches the research methods used to learn about behavior. This course encourages the development of the critical thinking skills necessary to evaluate others’ research and conduct your own scientific research in the field of psychology. Criteria used to evaluate psychological research will include validity, reliability, the ability to generalize, and ethical concerns. The research methods will emphasize experiments, surveys, observations and case studies. Students will have the opportunity to develop, carry out and write up their own research. Data analysis using SPSS software will be an important tool acquired in this course. This fundamental course will enable students to become skilled consumers and producers of psychological research.
Pre-requisites: PSY 200 - General Psychology and MAT 221 / PSY 221 - Statistics for Psychology . This course is reserved for psychology majors only.
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PSY 350 - Child Psychology Semester Hours: 3
This course is concerned with the normal developmental journey of the child from the prenatal period through adolescence. We will explore the lives of infants and children, examining topics such as research methods in developmental psychology, prenatal development, cognitive development, social development, moral development and physical development. These topics will be evaluated using classic and contemporary theories with attention to how individual, familial and societal factors shape development.
Pre-requisites: PSY 200 - General Psychology .
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PSY 361 - Aging: Bio-psychosocial Implications Semester Hours: 3
Theories and research concerning developmental processes in years after age 65. The biological, psychological, social, and cultural factors that influence development and personality during adulthood and old age.
Pre-requisites: PSY 200 - General Psychology or SOC 100 - Introduction to Sociology .
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PSY 372 - Abnormal Psychology Semester Hours: 3
An overview of the psychological disorders of adulthood including their assessment, research methods, classification, diagnosis, etiology, and treatment. The general theoretical models (biological, psychological, social, and cultural) utilized to explain the etiology and treatment of the disorders.
Pre-requisites: PSY 321 - Personality Theories .
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PSY 400 - Internship in Psychology Semester Hours: 3
A structured practicum in which students in the social sciences acquire and apply knowledge and skills while working in a responsible role within the community. The student intern works and learns under the joint supervision of a site supervisor and a faculty sponsor. Internships are arranged in advance by the student through consultation with a faculty sponsor and the Cooperative Education & Career Readiness Office.
Pre-requisites: junior standing or above and consent of the Chair of the Social Sciences Division.
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PSY 403 - Psychology and Film Semester Hours: 3
This course investigates the application of specific psychological theories and research to popular films. Viewing of each film will be preceded by presentation/discussion of two or three journal articles or book excerpts relevant to the film. After each film, class discussion will identify how accurately the film represented the current state of knowledge about that topic.
Pre-requisites: PSY 200 - General Psychology .
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PSY 405 - Child Psychopathology Semester Hours: 3
An overview of the psychological disorders of childhood and adolescence, including their assessment classification, diagnosis, etiology, and treatment. The general theoretical models (biological, psychological, social, and cultural) utilized to explain the etiology and treatment of the disorders. Special attention will be given to the ethical and pragmatic issues related to the study of children as well as the consequences of child poverty, maltreatment, and non-accidental injury.
Pre-requisites: PSY 372 - Abnormal Psychology .
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PSY 408 - Psychological Testing Semester Hours: 3
Basic items in a psychologist’s toolbox include tests that are used to measure many different types of behaviors. Fundamental to this course are explanations of concepts underlying psychological measurement including reliability, validity, normative and standard scores. Woven throughout the course are clinical examples that highlight ethical and cultural considerations involved in psychological testing. Students will be introduced to select measures of intelligence, academic achievement, emotional functioning and personality. The culmination of our study will be the opportunity to administer, score and write up the results of a psychological test.
Pre-requisites: MAT 221 / PSY 221 - Statistics for Psychology and PSY 321 - Personality Theories . Completion of or concurrent enrollment in PSY 372 - Abnormal Psychology is recommended.
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PSY 411 - Biological Psychology Semester Hours: 3
The study of the anatomy and physiology of the brain and the neural mechanisms underlying the sensory and motor systems, learning, memory, sleep and waking, emotion, communication, and the psychological disorders.
Pre-requisites: PSY 200 - General Psychology or BIO 111 - Life Sciences I and limited to Psychology or Biology minors or majors of junior or senior standing, or by consent.
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PSY 417 - Drugs and Behavior Semester Hours: 3
This course provides an overview of the principles and techniques of behavioral pharmacology, including pharmacokinetics, routes of administration, neurophysiology, and research methods. The subjective, behavioral, and neurological characteristics of alcohol and the major drug classes, including psychomotor stimulants, opioids, antipsychotic drugs, antidepressants, cannabis, hallucinogens, and anxiolytics, will be differentiated.
Pre-requisites: PSY 200 - General Psychology and limited to Psychology majors or minors of junior or senior standing, or by consent.
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PSY 422 - Counseling: Theories & Application Semester Hours: 3
This course provides a solid foundation in the cardinal theories of psychotherapy. The theoretical perspectives which will be considered are Psychodynamic, Adlerian, Person-Centered, Behavioral, Cognitive, Feminist-Multicultural, and Integrative. Students will learn the philosophical underpinnings and theoretical constructs, the mechanisms of change and the process of therapy, and effectiveness evidence for each of the perspectives. The theories will be applied in a very direct fashion as students use case vignettes to develop case conceptualizations, explain mental health assessments, to formulate treatment plans, and to write progress notes in accordance with each of the theoretical approaches.
Pre-requisites: PSY 321 - Personality Theories and PSY 372 - Abnormal Psychology .
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PSY 432 - Survey of the Exceptional Person Semester Hours: 3
A survey of developmental disorders and disabilities as they affect parents and families, students, and teachers of exceptional children. Emphasis on acquiring the knowledge and skills necessary to identify and evaluate children and youth with exceptional educational and psychological needs and talents while gaining familiarity with methods of assessing the biosocial, cognitive, psychological, emotional, and social process. Relates educational and psychological methods and approaches in special education to the most effective educational practices at the preschool, elementary, and secondary levels.
Pre-requisites: EDU 330 / PSY 330 - Human Growth and Development and junior standing.
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PSY 462 - Cognitive Psychology Semester Hours: 3
An exploration of human cognitive abilities, including perceptual processes, attention, memory, motivation, language, and thinking. This course will examine the research methodology used to study cognitive abilities and how these abilities can be applied to everyday life.
Pre-requisites: PSY 200 - General Psychology and limited to Psychology majors or minors of junior or senior standing, or by consent.
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PSY 463 - History and Systems of Psychology (WI) Semester Hours: 3
(Writing-Intensive)
This senior capstone course is an in-depth exploration of psychology’s philosophical and scientific roots from the time of René Descartes and John Locke in the 17th century to the 20th century “schools” of psychology and their influence on the discipline today. A discussion of present-day trends and challenges facing the discipline of psychology will end the semester. Students will read primary and secondary source materials and write an APA-style research paper on a historical figure in the history of psychology.
Pre-requisites: GEN 112 - Composition II: Argumentation and Research ; limited to Psychology majors of senior standing.
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PSY 480 - Special Topics in Psychology Semester Hours: 3
A seminar-style course in which the content is determined by student and faculty interests. Possible topics include: community psychology, health psychology, addictive behaviors, cognitive-behavioral therapy, human sexuality, and advanced research.
Pre-requisites: limited to Psychology majors of junior standing or above, and consent.
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PSY 490 - Independent Study in Psychology Semester Hours: 3
An opportunity to complete an in-depth, supervised, independent study of a topic of special interest to the student in an area not covered by established courses. Consultation with the instructor. The course culminates in a research paper.
Pre-requisites: limited to Psychology majors of junior standing or above, and consent.
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PSY 495 - Psychology Honors Thesis I Semester Hours: 3
This project involves conducting a literature review on a topic of interest to the student, developing a hypothesis, designing a study, writing a proposal in APA style, and requesting IRB approval. Please note: This three-credit course is part one of a two-part project.
Pre-requisites: senior standing and consent.
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PSY 496 - Psychology Senior Thesis II Semester Hours: 3
This project concludes PSY 495 - Psychology Honors Thesis I . The student will collect data, enter and analyze data utilizing SPSS, write an APA-style paper (Introduction, Method, Results, Discussion, References), and participate in a thesis defense. Please note: This three-credit course is part two of a two-part project.
Pre-requisites: successful completion of PSY 495 - Psychology Honors Thesis I , senior standing, and consent.
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Religion (REL) |
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REL 111 - Old Testament as an Act of Resistance Semester Hours: 3
The course introduces students to the profound and often challenging traditions of the Old Testament, unveiling their character as sacred testimony shaped to help ancient Israel remember its identity and resist assimilation. The course also equips students with the background and skills they need to explore the witness of the Old Testament traditions in both their ancient and contemporary contexts.
Pre-requisites: none.
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REL 122 - New Testament as a Call for Defiance Semester Hours: 3
The course introduces students to the compelling and counter-cultural traditions of the New Testament, unveiling their character as sacred testimony shaped to call early Christians to defy the values of the Roman elite and claim their allegiance to Jesus and the Kingdom. The course also equips students with the background and skills they need to explore the witness of these sacred texts in both their ancient and contemporary contexts.
Pre-requisites: none.
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REL 132 - Religious Diversity in America Semester Hours: 3
Examines and compares American religious groups, both old and new: Catholic, Protestant, Jewish, sectarian, and marginal. Considers recent evangelical, charismatic, and new age movements.
Pre-requisites: none.
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REL 210 - Satan, Demons, and Hell: The Demonic in Ancient and Contemporary Contexts Semester Hours: 3
Satan, demons, and hell—these dark dimensions of the Christian theological tradition have been given much attention in Western thought, from ancient times to the present. This course will first investigate the appearance and development of these concepts in late Israelite tradition and early Christianity. It will then explore the abiding significance and role of these concepts in Western thought, with an emphasis on their manifestation in contemporary religion, literature, and media.
Pre-requisites: GEN 110 - Composition I: Academic Writing or equivalent.
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REL 220 - Introduction to Christianity Semester Hours: 3
A general survey covering the origins and the development of the Christian faith. Biblical, theological, and academic perspectives from the beginnings of Christianity to the present. Stresses an ecumenical perspective and analyzes in detail the differing perspectives which inform and support the many denominational churches which currently carry on the Christian tradition.
Pre-requisites: none.
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REL 230 - Christian Faith and Social Justice Semester Hours: 3
The course will address a contemporary instance of racial, political, economic, or ecological injustice through the lens of the Christianity, drawing from elements of the Christian tradition which emphasize liberation, equality, and justice for all persons.
Pre-requisites: none.
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REL 232 - Eastern Religious Traditions Semester Hours: 3
Study of the major living religions of the Eastern hemisphere—their basic beliefs, practices and values; their historical development; their interaction with society and with each other.
Pre-requisites: none.
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REL 233 - Western Religious Traditions Semester Hours: 3
Study of the major living religions of the Western hemisphere—their basic beliefs, practices and values; their historical development; their interaction with society and with each other.
Pre-requisites: none.
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Sport Management and Leadership (SML) |
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SML 144 - Introduction to Sport Management and Leadership Semester Hours: 3
This course will study sport from a philosophical, historical, leadership, and career perspective. Students will explore various sport related professions and will have opportunities to assess personal career interests, skills and goals. Students will partner with an existing organization to design, implement, and manage an event revolving around sport.
Pre-requisites: none.
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SML 315 - Sport Marketing and Promotion Semester Hours: 3
This course will be an introduction to marketing concepts as they apply to the sport industry. Consumer behaviors, corporate sponsorships, licensing concepts and market research will be studied.
Pre-requisites: MKT 350 - Marketing Principles .
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SML 324 - Programming of Athletic Facilities and Events Semester Hours: 3
This course studies the techniques in administration/management of sport venues including the steps in planning, building and supervising the facility. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the role and purpose of planning such facilities. The student will also study the event management issues concerning indoor and outdoor facilities.
Pre-requisites: junior standing.
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SML 400 - Internship in Sport Management and Leadership Semester Hours: 3
This course will provide the prospective sport leader with practical training and experience. The student and advisor will jointly select a site and plan the internship.
Pre-requisites: junior standing.
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SML 410 - Organization and Management of Sport Programs (WI) Semester Hours: 3
(Writing-Intensive)
A look at the total environment of sport management as viewed by top management within several dimensions of the sport industry. Also an overview of practical applications of management theory in the sport environment. The student will be exposed to the body of knowledge associated with a career in sport management. An analysis of effective management strategies, leadership styles, decision making, managing conflict and change, motivation of employees and volunteers and career opportunities.
Pre-requisites: GEN 112 - Composition II: Argumentation and Research , SML 144 - Introduction to Sport Management and Leadership , and junior standing.
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SML 450 - Essentials of Ethics in Law and Sport Semester Hours: 3
This course will survey ethical and legal issues in the sport industry. Ethical issues include gambling, cheating, violence, and drug abuse. Legal issues include contracts, civil rights, due process, and work-related legalities. Students will be exposed to ethical and legal principles and the application of ethics and law in sport.
Pre-requisites: junior standing.
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Sociology (SOC) |
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SOC 100 - Introduction to Sociology Semester Hours: 3
An introduction to the concepts, subject matter, and theories of sociology. A lecture-discussion format is used to analyze such topics as culture; social structure; socialization; deviance; various social institutions; and inequalities of class, race, and gender.
Pre-requisites: none.
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SOC 132 - Religious Diversity in America Semester Hours: 3
Examines and compares American religious groups, both old and new: Catholic, Protestant, Jewish, sectarian, and marginal. Considers recent evangelical, charismatic, and new age movements.
Pre-requisites: none.
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SOC 210 - Majority-Minority Relations Semester Hours: 3
A lecture-discussion course exploring theories and patterns of past and present discrimination, prejudice, and intergroup conflict. Current patterns of institutionalized discrimination and prejudice with attention to how these patterns have developed from the historical exploitation of minorities are presented through overview of the cultures and contributions of the various ethnic groups of the United States and an analysis of strategies for reducing intergroup tensions.
Pre-requisites: none.
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SOC 220 - Social Psychology Semester Hours: 3
A lecture-discussion course addressing the question of why humans behave as they do. Reviews biological, psychological, and sociological theories about the causes and effects of human behavior; presents an interdisciplinary picture of the genetically determined and socially acquired influences on personal behavior. The course addresses individual and group tendencies as they relate to a series of distinctive behaviors, such as aggression, altruism, attitudes, attraction, communication, conformity, group interaction, and prejudice.
Pre-requisites: PSY 200 - General Psychology .
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SOC 222 - Sexuality: Psychosocial Perspectives Semester Hours: 3
This is a course about human sexuality. As sexuality is an integral part of life, knowledge of the personal, historical, scientific, cultural, and political/legal aspects of sexuality are essential. We will study hormones, anatomy, menstruation, pregnancy, birth, birth control, the sexual response cycle, gender differentiation and identity, sexual orientation, love and attraction, relationships and marriage, sexually transmitted infections, sexual deviations, coercive sexual behaviors, and pornography. As appropriate, the topics in this course will be examined through the following perspectives: historical, biological, evolutionary, cross-species, sociological, psychological, feminist, queer, and eclectic.
Pre-requisites: PSY 200 - General Psychology , SOC 100 - Introduction to Sociology , ANT 110 - Introduction to Anthropology , EDU 230 / PSY 230 - Educational Psychology , or consent.
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SOC 227 - Cross-Cultural Psychology Semester Hours: 3
The cultural forces across the globe that influence human behavior and social relationships are examined in the context of psychological, sociological, and ecological research. Using a comparative approach, the predominant modes of human activity (e.g., social interaction, problem solving, emotional experiences, communication, perceptual abilities) are examined in relation to the many cultural contexts in which humans exist.
Pre-requisites: none.
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SOC 232 - Introduction to Criminology Semester Hours: 3
An introduction to the major theoretical perspectives of criminal behavior in the field of criminology. Students will explore major types of criminal behavior, causes of criminal behavior and trends in crime in the United States.
Pre-requisites: none.
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SOC 306 - Gender: Biopsychosocial Perspectives Semester Hours: 3
Theories and research concerning gender identity and sexual identity. The biological, psychological, sociological, and cultural factors that shape gender identities, sexual identities, and the historical and current discriminatory privileging of some gender and sexual identities over others.
Pre-requisites: DVS 150 - Diversity and Social Justice or PSY 200 - General Psychology or SOC 100 - Introduction to Sociology .
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SOC 325 - Sociology of Media and Mass Communication Semester Hours: 3
A lecture-discussion course exploring the role of mass media in life and society that emphasizes the development of skills for critically evaluating both conventional wisdom and one’s own assumptions about the media process-the industry, its products, its consumers/audiences, technology, and the broader social world. This course provides accessible analyses that draw upon current media debates such as regulation of the Internet, concentration of media ownership, social stereotypes in the media, amateur media, and the growth of global media.
Pre-requisites: SOC 100 - Introduction to Sociology or consent.
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SOC 341 - Sociology of Law Semester Hours: 3
An historical and sociological analysis of the major concepts of law, crime, order, and justice, the relationship of these concepts to the larger social structures and processes of a society, and the reasons for the existence of a criminal justice system.
Pre-requisites: CRJ 232 / SOC 232 - Introduction to Criminology or consent.
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SOC 361 - Aging: Bio-psychosocial Implications Semester Hours: 3
Theories and research concerning developmental processes in years after age 65. The biological, psychological, social, and cultural factors that influence development and personality during adulthood and old age.
Pre-requisites: PSY 200 - General Psychology or SOC 100 - Introduction to Sociology .
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Spanish (SPA) |
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SPA 100 - Basic Spanish for Business Semester Hours: 3
This introductory course helps students to develop pragmatic, real-world language skills for using Spanish in a business environment. Students will learn to communicate appropriately in business situations through communicative activities and by working with a variety of authentic workplace-related texts. In addition to basic Spanish pronunciation and thematically-related phrases and vocabulary, the course will introduce students to the culture of and business within the Hispanic world. Designed for students with no previous Spanish study, the course also refreshes or reinforces previous background knowledge. Recommended for all majors and minors, especially Business.
Pre-requisites: none.
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