Apr 24, 2024  
2015-2016 Catalog 
    
2015-2016 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions


 
  
  • HUMN 3216 - History Of Public Address

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    A study of rhetorical theory and the application of rhetorical theory and principles to the criticism of outstanding American and/or British public address from the eighteenth century to the present.

    Prerequisite(s): COMX 111  or Consent of Instructor. Course offered on demand.
  
  • HUMN 3956 - Special Topics

    (Variable)
    Specific topic is to be determined by individual faculty member offering the course. Topic will deal with some aspect of humanities not covered by an existing course. This course is designed to complement present department offerings.

    Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered both semesters.
  
  • HUMN 4456W - History Of Fascism

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    This course Introduces students to a broad variety of recent academic thought focused on identifying the dominant characteristics of European Fascism during the period 1914 to 1945. Beginning with explanations for the emergence of fascist ideology during the 1890s, the course presents students with contrasting views on: the importance of World War I in the creation of fascist movements; the appeal of fascism in the post-war era; the methods by which fascist movements came to power; the similarities and differences between Italian Fascism and German National Socialism; the development of the Fascist State; the experience of women under fascist rule; and the contemporary debates to whether fascism has continued to flourish since 1945.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior or Senior standing. Satisfies upper division Writing core.
  
  • HUMN 4466W - Literature Of The Industrial Age

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    A study, through literature of the effects of industrialization on society. Readings will include works from Britain and America as well as from various other national literatures. Discussions will focus on utopian and dystopian views of technology and on the place of the individual in a mechanized society. Issues addressed in the course and problems described in the texts will be examined from a historical, philosophical, psycho-social, as well as critical perspective.

    Prerequisite(s): 6 credits of lower division literature, Society & Technology. Course generally offered 1st semester every other year.
  
  • HUMN 4486W - Literature Of The Fantastic

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Literature of the Fantastic is an interdisciplinary, comparative literature study of a broadly defined literary genre encompassing Romantic fairy tales (the German Marchen), Gothic horror fiction, the Frech “conte fantastiqu.” The class begins with a theoretical discussion of the fantastic and presents various critical definitions of the fantastic. The emergence of the fantastic in response to late 18th and early 19th century industrialization, rationalism, and urbanization situates the genre in its place in literary history. Over the course of the semester, attention will be paid to changes in the meaning of the term “fantastic,” as the popular understanding of what was “natural” and “real evolved druing the 19th and 20th century.

    Satisfies upper division Writing core.
  
  • HUMN 4956 - Speical Topics

    (Variable)
    Specific topic is to be determined by individual faculty member offering the course. Topic will deal with some aspect of humanities not covered by an existing course. This course is designed to complement present department offerings.

    Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered both semesters.
  
  • I.H. 5076 - Statistical Analysis

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Covers common statistical tests used in industrial hygiene, safety and epidemiology. Emphasizes experimental design, sampling strategies, and interpretation of statistical information.

    Prerequisite(s): STAT 216  And Graduate Standing or Consent of Instructor Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • I.H. 5136 - Industrial Hygiene Management

    2 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec.)
    Industrial Hygiene (IH) management addresses not only the interpersonal and management skills so essential in the safety and health field, but also the addresses the IH leader and manager, IH program elements and assessment and the IH management team. Various management styles and mandates are introduced. This course links management techniques with the practice of occupational and environmental health and safety.

    Prerequisite(s): Graduate Standing or Consent of Instructor.
  
  • I.H. 5156 - Noise

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Designed to familiarize students with the evaluation and control of noise. Emphasizes the selection of appropriate evaluation techniques, instruments, analysis of data, and design of adequate and cost-effective controls.

    Prerequisite(s): PHSX 123  and Graduate Standing or Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • I.H. 5276 - Advanced Industrial Toxicology

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Presents a detailed study of specific industrial chemical classifications and target organs including such topics as exposure routes, acute and chronic toxicity and high risk occupational groups. Current industrial toxicological research methods are covered. Regulatory efforts concerned with providing toxicological information regarding chemical exposures in the workplace are also discussed. Prerequisites:

    Prerequisite(s): Graduate Standing or Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • I.H. 5280 - Multi-disciplinary Team Practicum

    1 credit
    This course requires graduate students to participate as a member of an Engineering Design Team to serve as health and safety advisors for design team tasks. Graduate students can also meet this requirement by serving on a multi-disciplinary team as part of an internship experience. Graduate students will be required to write a report outlining their roles and interactions on the multi-disciplinary design team.

    Course generally offered year round.
  
  • I.H. 5286 - Sampling & Evaluation Of Health Hazards (Online Students Only)

    2 credit Spring 1 credit Summer (Hrs: 2 Lec., 3 Lab)
    Teaches sampling techniques and procedures as stipulated by occupational safety and health regulatory agencies for evaluating occupational health hazards arising from chemical and physical agents in the workplace. It includes the calibration and use of personal monitoring and direct reading instrumentation for the assessment of an employee’s exposure to common industrial hygiene hazards including air contaminants, noise, nonionizing radiation and temperature extremes.

    Prerequisite(s): OSH 4216  And Graduate Standing or Consent of Instructor Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • I.H. 5296 - Sampling & Evaluation Of Health Hazards

    3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 3 Lab)
    Teaches sampling techniques and procedures as stipulated by occupational safety and health regulatory agencies for evaluating occupational health hazards arising from chemical and physical agents in the workplace. It includes the calibration and use of personal monitoring and direct reading instrumentation for the assessment of an employee’s exposure to common industrial hygiene hazards including air contaminants, noise, nonionizing radiation and temperature extremes.

    Prerequisite(s): OSH 4216  And Graduate Standing or Consent of Instructor Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • I.H. 5426 - Principles of Epidemiology

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Develop an understanding of epidemiology by analyzing data on disease incidence, mortality rates, and hospital admissions. This course is designed to show how classic epidemiological methodology is used to research diseases. Data collection in the workplace for purposes of future epidemiological analysis will also be studied.

    Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing. Graduate Standing or Consent of Instructor Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • I.H. 5476 - Strategies For Occupational Exposure Assessment

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    This course is designed to provide and overview of comprehensive exposure assessment strategies including workplace, workforce, and agent characterization, exposure assessment, health hazard control, communication and documentation, and data handling and analysis.

    Prerequisite(s): OSH 4296 .
  
  • I.H. 5606 - Systems Safety & Process Safety Management

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Systematic techniques for managing hazards are addressed. These techniques are primarily used for identifying hazards, assessing risks, choosing appropriate hazard controls, and determining if the controls are acceptable. Applications to industrial processes are emphasized.

    Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing or faculty consent. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • I.H. 5626 - Radiological Health & Safety

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Covers the concepts of radioactive decay, measurement and radiation protection and demonstrates radiation sampling procedures and equipment. Control techniques including time, distance and shielding are also covered. Regulations governing exposures, record-keeping, monitoring, etc. are emphasized.

    Prerequisite(s): PHSX 123  and OSH 4226  And Graduate Standing or Consent of Instructor Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • I.H. 5676 - Respiratory Protection

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Presents the concepts essential to developing and implementing an acceptable respiratory protection program as an aspect of a comprehensive industrial hygiene program. Selection, operation, training, fitting and inspection of respirators are taught as well as record-keeping requirements specific to respiratory protection.

    Prerequisite(s): OSH 4216  And Graduate Standing or Consent of Instructor Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • I.H. 5686 - Advanced Ergonomics

    2 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec.)
    Methods used for conducting ergonomic analysis and studies are addressed. The emphasis is on occupational applications of ergonomics, particularly hazards associated with manual material handling and highly repetitive motions. The course assumesstudents have completed an introductory course in ergonomics.

    Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing or consent of instructor. Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • I.H. 5946 - I.H. Graduate Seminar

    1 credit (Hrs: 1 Lec.)
    Students prepare written and oral presentations concerning current industrial hygiene literature, research and equipment developments.

    Prerequisite(s): Graduate Standing or Consent of Instructor
  
  • I.H. 5966 - Industrial HygieneReport

    3 credits (Hrs: 1-3 Lec.)
    An individual capstone technical report for M.S. Online Industrial Hygiene degree program. Students pursue written research on an advisor approved topic. Credit is awarded upon satisfactory completion of the written report and presentation. Graduate students must first register for 3 credits. If additional semesters are required to complete the report, graduate students must be registered for 1 credit of IH 5966 during the semester they defend their report.

    Graduate Standing or Consent of Instructor
  
  • I.H. 5976 - Special Problems

    1 - 4 credits (Variable)
    An individual laboratory, field, library or research problem is assigned requiring written and oral reports of the student’s work.

    Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor. Graduate Standing or Consent of Instructor Course generally offered both semesters.
  
  • I.H. 5986 - Comprehensive Written & Oral Exam

    3 credits
    Prerequisite(s): Graduate Standing or Instructor’s Consent
  
  • I.H. 5996 - Thesis Research

    1 - 8 credits (Variable)
    Students pursue original research on an advisor-approved topic. Credit is awarded upon satisfactory completion of a thesis. This course is taken for Pass/Fail

    Prerequisite(s): Graduate Standing or Instructor’s Consent Course generally offered year round.
  
  • I.H. 6970 - Special Topics

    (Variable)
    Individual problems suitable for graduate study are assigned. Students submit written and oral reports for each problem.

    Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered both semesters.
  
  • I.H. 6990 - Dissertation

    (Variable)
    Doctoral dissertation research activities.

    Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered both semesters.
  
  • I.T. 0100 - Web Page Fundamentals

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    This course will cover the basics of developing Web pages from scratch using HTML, XHTML, and XML. Learn how to build and maintain a site without the need for an expensive web page developing program. Understand what the code generated by a web page development program such as FrontPage and DreamWeaver means and be able to alter code within pages created by such programs to your specifications, allowing you full control of your pages. No prior experience is necessary.

  
  • I.T. 0114 - Windows

    2 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec.)
    This course provides the skills required to perform basic installation, confi guration tasks, and day-to-day administration tasks. The course also teachesstudents how to troubleshoot basic installation, configuration, and administration problems.

  
  • I.T. 0117 - Web Site Development

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    This course uses a real-life, problem-solving approach to teaching web site development with the use of a web page editing programming. The course will cover what a student needs to know in order to get Web sites up and running, offering basic coverage as well as more advanced features of editing software.

    Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • I.T. 0147 - Word

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    This class will provide students with the opportunity to learn about Microsoft Word concepts required for employment purposes. Practice will be provided enabling students to acquire skills for not only basic to intermediate functions, but also advanced to desktop publishing skills. Theory and practical applications are components of the class.

    Prerequisite(s): ACTG 101 .
  
  • I.T. 0250 - Interactive Web Pages

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Students will learn how to create rich interactive experiences for the Web, from banners and interactive menus to a complete Web site, using Adobe’s Macromedia Flash. In addition to teaching essentials, the course focuses on teaching best practices for creating Flash content.

  
  • I.T. 0254 - Web Graphics/Video Integration

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Students will learn how to implement professionally looking graphics and video into Web sites and turn static looking interfaces into attractive professional Web pages. The course implements Web graphics and video using digital photo and digital video software editing programs.

    Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • I.T. 0262 - Special Projects-Spreadsheets

    2 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec.)
    Prerequisite(s): CAPP 156 .
  
  • I.T. 0265 - Special Projects - Database

    2 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec.)
    Prerequisite(s): CAPP 158 .
  
  • I.T. 0274/2746 - Introduction to Publications

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Reports, brochures, advertisements, and newsletters are formatted using a combination of text and graphics. HTML formatting is introduced and students gain exposure to Web authorizing software.

    Prerequisite(s): ACTG 101 .
  
  • I.T. 0280 - Oracle II

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    This course introduces PL/SQL – a programming language that provides procedural extensions to the SQL relational database language. Students will use PL/SQL to perform many kinds of programming functions.

    Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • I.T. 1206 - Core Concepts In Computer Utilization

    4 credits (Hrs: 4 Lec.)
    Introduces the student to core concepts related to operating systems, programming, software usage, and computer maintenance & repair.

    Prerequisite(s): familiarity with personal computer use. Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • I.T. 1426 - Contemporary Operating Systems

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Provides an in-depth understanding of personal computer hardware, operating systems and capabilities. Includes an introduction to networking and graphics.

    Prerequisite(s): CAPP 131 . Course generally offered both semesters.
  
  • ITS 125 - Fundamentals of Voice & Data Cabling

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    This course focuses on cabling issues related to data and voice connections and provides an understanding of the industry and its worldwide standards, types of media and cabling, physical and logical networks, as well as, signal transmission. Students will develop skills in reading network design documentation, part list set up and purchase, pulling and mounting cable, cable management, choosing wiring closets and patch panel installation and termination as well as installing jacks and cable testing. This course will help prepare students for the BICSI Registered Installer exam.

    Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • ITS 209 - Introduction To Novell Netware

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    This course will introduce the most important topics of Novell Netware. Lessons include installation, planning the NDS tree, managing users, managing trustee assignments, and login scripts.

    Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • ITS 210 - Network Operating Systems - Desktop

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    This course is an introduction to the most popular operating system, Microsoft Windows. This is the first course in a series that prepares for the MCSA certification exams.

    Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • ITS 212 - Network Operating Systems - Server Admin

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    This course will introduce the most important topics of Microsoft Windows 2008 server. Lessons include planning a Server deployment, planning and implementing server commissioning and decommissioning, installation of server roles, creating a configuration change plan, implement security, manage application versioning in Windows Server 2008, plan for a high-availability, plan a server update maintenance schedule, maintain a distributed file system (DFS), define server backup requirements and policies for Window Server Backup, plan and implement a restore, implement server monitoring, and focus on troubleshooting skills.

    Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • ITS 214 - Network Operating Systems - Infrastructure

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    This course will cover networking components using the latest server platform including: IP addressing basics, configuring name resolution, implementing and managing DNS service, securing network traffic, remote access, internet authentication service, routing, security templates, and troubleshooting network connectivity.

    Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • ITS 220 - Fundamentals Of Wireless LANS

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    This introductory course to Wireless LANs focuses on the design, planning implementation, operation and troubleshooting of Wireless LANs. This class is a comprehensive overview of technologies, security, and design best practices with particular emphasis on hands-on skills.

    Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • ITS 224 - Introduction To Linux

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    This course will introduce the Linux operating system commands and operating environment commands. Also the Common Desktop Environment is demonstrated. Students will learn fundamental command-line features of the Linux environment including file system navigation, file permissions, the vi text editor, command shells and basic network use. CDE features include Standard Desktop Tools, Text Editor, and printing.

    Prerequisite(s): ITS 210 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • ITS 236 - Network Infrastructure Essentials

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    This course introduces the fundamental building blocks of today’s networks. This curriculum will expose the student to the basic operation of major internet-working devices and the protocols that operate on them. Students will have hands-on experiences in the configuration of many network devices from PCs in a networked environment to routers, switches, etc. These hands-on experiences will be provided by simulators as well as virtualized PCs. A PC with broadband Internet connectivity is required for this on-line course.

  
  • ITS 262 - (CCNP2) :Implemenitng Secure Converged WAN

    4 credits (Hrs: 4 Lec.)
    Students learn how to secure and expand the reach of an enterprise network with focus on VPN configuration and securing network access. Topics include teleworker configuration and access, fram-mode MPLS, site-to-site IPSEC VPN, Cisco EZVPN, strategies used to mitigate network attacks, Cisco device hardening and IOS firewall features.

    Prerequisite(s): NTS 205 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • ITS 268 - (CCNP4):Optimizing Converged Networks

    4 credits (Hrs: 4 Lec.)
    This course Introduces students to optimizing and providing effective QoS techniques in converged networks operating voice, wireless and security applications. Topics include implementing a VOIP network, implementing QoS on converged networks, specific IP QoS mechanisms for implementing the DiffServ Qos model, AutoQos, wireless security and basic wireless management.

    Prerequisite(s): NTS 205 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • ITS 280 - Computer Repair & Maintenance

    4 credits (Hrs: 4 Lec.)
    This course provides an introduction to the IT industry and interactive exposure to personal computers, hardware, and operating systems. Students participate in hands-on activities and lab-based learning to become familiar with various hardware and software components and discover best practices in maintenance and safety.

    Course generally offered both semesters.
  
  • ITS 301 - Information Storage Management

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec)
    Information Storage and Management (ISM) is the only course of its kind to provide a comprehensive understanding the varied
    storage infrastructure components in classic and virtual environments. It enables participants to make informed decisions in an
    increasingly complex IT environment. It provides a strong understanding of underlying storage technologies and prepares participants
    for advanced concepts, technologies, and products. Participants will learn the architectures, features, and benefits of intelligent storage
    systems; storage networking technologies such as FC SAN, IP SAN, NAS, and object-based and unified storage; business continuity
    solutions such as backup and replication; the increasingly critical area of information security and management, and the emerging
    field of Cloud computing. This unique, open course focuses on concepts and principles which are further illustrated and reinforced
    with EMC product examples.

  
  • ITS 303 - Advanced Novell Administration

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    This course provides the student with hands-on experience dealing with designing and securing the directory tree, server optimization, Netware Web Server and IntraNetware Server management, and upgrade and migration tasks. This course is designed to prepare the student to pass the Novell CNE 60-614 Certification Exam.

    Prerequisite(s): ITS 209 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • ITS 305 - Web Server Administration

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    This course provides a comprehensive overview of the tools and techniques needed to succeed as a Web Server Administrator as well as the tasks they are expected to perform. This text provides the basics of this job role, covers server installation, and then moves on to the installation, configuration, and administration of web servers. This text covers all topics for both Linux and Microsoft Windows server environments. Work with Microsoft Windows 2008 Server, Red Hat Linux, Internet Information Services (IIS), Apache Web Server, Microsoft Exchange Server, Send Mail, and more.

    Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • ITS 316 - Network Operating Systems - Directory Services

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    This course is designed to prepare the student to implement and manage Microsoft’s Active Directory Services and will cover in-depth each component of Active Directory. The course requiresstudents to design a Microsoft Active Directory network.

    Prerequisite(s): ITS 212 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • ITS 318 - Network Security

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    This course will focus on the overall security processes with particular emphasis on skills in the following areas: Security policy design & management, Security technologies, products & solutions, Firewall and secure router design, installation, configuration, and maintenance. Studies include AAA implementation using routers and firewalls and VPN implementation using routers and firewalls.

    Prerequisite(s): NTS 205  Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • ITS 354 - Advanced Linux

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    The main goal of this course is to provide you with a basic understanding of networking, specifically Linux networking and security. Students will be exposed to file sharing technologies such as the Network File System (NFS), samba, and the File Transfer Protocol (FTP). Finally, you will be introduced to network security, including concepts such as firewalls, encryption, and network intrusion detection. In order to reinforce the material, the course provides a range of laboratory and hands-on assignments that puts you in the role of a problem solver, requiring you to apply concepts presented in the chapters to situations that might occur in a real-life work environment.

  
  • ITS 355 - IP Telephony

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    This course introduces the student to the design, deployment, and troubleshooting of a VoIP phone system in a converged network. The course begins with a review of analog systems and proceeds through configuration of gateways, gatekeepers, IP phones, etc. Extensive lab time is required for this hands-on course.

     
  
  • ITS 356 - Health Information Networking

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
  
  • ITS 357 - Network OS - Virtualization

    3 credits
    This course introduces operating system virtualization, shared storage, and cloud computing. Emphasis is placed on virtualization terminology, virtual machine storage, virtual networking, and access control. The course discusses and implements shared storage solutions and explores the services available in cloud computing. Students will install, configure, and troubleshoot a computing environment that includes virtualization software from multiple software vendors.  Upon completion, students should be able to perform tasks related to installation, configuration and management of virtual machines. Students should explain the role of shared storage in OS virtualization and cloud computing.
     

  
  • ITS 362 - CCNP: Routing

    4 credits (Hrs: 4 Lec.)
    Students will learn how to create an efficient and expandable enterprise network by installing, configuring, monitoring, and troubleshooting network infrastructure equipment according to the Campus Infrastructure module in the Enterprise Composite Network model. Topics include how to configure EIGRP, OSPF, IS-IS, and BGP routing protocols and how to manipulate and optimize routing updates between these routing protocols. Other topics include multicast routing, IPv6, and DHCP configuration.

    Prerequisite(s): NTS 205 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • ITS 364 - CCNP: Switching

    4 credits (Hrs: 4 Lec.)
    Multilayer Switching teachesstudents about the deployment of state-of-the-are campus LANs. The course focuses on the selection and implementation of the appropriate services to build reliable, scalable, multilayer-switched LANs. Topics include: Virtual Local Area Networks (VLANs), Spanning Tree Protocol, Inter-VLAN Routing, High Availability in a campus environment, wireless client access, and minimizing service loss and data theft in a campus network.

    Prerequisite(s): NTS 205 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • ITS 366 - CCNP: Network Troubleshooting

    4 credits (Hrs: 4 Lec.)
    This course introduces students to optimizing and providing effective QoS techniques in converged networks operating voice, wireless and security applications. Topics include implementing a VOIP network, implementing QoS on converged networks, specific IP QoS mechanisms for implementing the DiffServ Qos model, AutoQos, wireless security and basic wireless management.

  
  • ITS 395 - Storage Area Networks

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec)
  
  • ITS 499W - Network Technology Capston

    4 credits (Hrs: 4 Lec.)
    The student will be responsible for designing, implementing, documenting, and maintaining an Enterprise Network. Technologies from previous course work will be integrated into a large scale installation. This course is designed to be taken in the final year of study.

  
  • JOUR 2286 - Documentary Photography

    3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 3 Lab)
    Emphasizes the use of photography as a tool for gathering and disseminating information and ideas. Introduces photographic principles equipment, materials and techniques. Laboratory sessions provide practical experience in photography. Limited enrollment.

    Satisfies Communication core. Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • JRNL 142 - Radio Programming

    2 credits (Hrs: 1 Lec., 2 Lab)
    Students assist in the operation of the campus radio station, write and produce special programming. On-air shifts are required.

    Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • JRNL 272 - News Writing and Reporting

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Develops basic newswriting techniques through frequent writing. Emphasis is placed on the development of skills needed to gather and disseminate information to mass audiences in an electronic age.

    Prerequisite(s): WRIT 101  or Consent of Instructor. Satisfies Communication core. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • KIN 109 - Introduction to Applied Health Science

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    An introductory survey emphasizing the application of current knowledge in science and technology to the fitness requirements of today’s lifestyles. Several topics are included that incorporate the health sciences and contemporary trends in health as they relate to the human body. General background information on occupational health and safety, on the magnitude and variety of health and safety problems worldwide, and the role of the health and safety professional will also be discussed.

    Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • KIN 320 - Exercise Physiology

    3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 2 Lab)
    The study of human physiological response to exercise. A systems approach is taken and adaptation from both acute and long-term perspectives is studies.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOH 301/302  & BIOH 311/312 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • KIN 322 - Kinesiology

    4 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 3 Lab)
    A functional study of musculoskeletal anatomy and its relationship to human movement giving consideration to both normal and pathological conditions.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOH 301/302  & BIOH 311/312 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • KIN 325 - Biomechanics

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    This course will deal with the mechanical principles and concepts derived from physics that allow us to describe motion as it pertains to inanimate objects as well as the human body and its movements. The Course also includes the application of these concepts and principles to a variety of sports and physical activities.

    Prerequisite(s): KIN 322 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • KIN 329 - Human Performance Laboratory Testing Techniques

    3 credits (Hrs: 1 Lec.,2 Lab)
    Covers laboratory evaluation of physical fitness including both diagnostic and functional stress testing protocols. Electrocardiography, body composition, determination of aerobic capacity, and ergometry are examined in depth.

    Prerequisite(s): KIN 320  or Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • KIN 391 - Special Topics

    2 - 4 credits (Variable)
    Presents topics not covered in any curriculum for which there is a particular need, or given on a trial basis to determine demand. Directed studies, special clinics, coaching schools, and workshops as scheduled. Study proposals must have prior departmental approval. May be repeated for maximum of 6 credits.

    Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor. Course offered on demand.
  
  • KIN 410 - Advanced Strength Training & Conditioning

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Examines the physiological responses to exercise in general, and focuses on those responses to strength training specifically. Additionally, allows an in-depth examination of individual differences and their implications, performance enhancing substances, nutritional factors in performance and health, and weight gain and weight loss.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOH 301/302 , BIOH 311/312 , KIN 322 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • KIN 415W - Advanced Exercise Testing & Prescription

    3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 2 Lab)
    Surveys diagnostic and functional stress testing protocols that relate to the assessment of cardiovascular fitness and examines appropriate exercise prescriptions based on the results of fitness assessment in clinical and non-clinical environments.

    Prerequisite(s): KIN 320  & KIN 420 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • KIN 420 - Advanced Exercise Physiology

    3 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec., 2 Lab)
    A continuation of KIN 320 . Addresses current and controversial topics in the general area of sports medicine.

    Prerequisite(s): KIN 320 . Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • KIN 440 - Sport Psychology

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    This course is designed to examine and apply the psychological effects of sports on human behavior. This is accomplished by investigations of various concepts and theories which analyze sports, exercise, and physical activity. Topics of discussion include: anxiety, arousal, attention, personality structures, motivation and intervention strategies. It will also introduce the student to skill development; the coach-parent-playerrelationship; coaching effectiveness; stress regulation (relaxation and energizing methods); goal-setting; concentration and attention training; use of imagery and visualization; staleness and burnout; and characteristics of peak performers.

    Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • KIN 460 - ECG Assessment

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    A study of 12-lead Electrocardiography including proper placement of electrodes, recognition and interpretation of arrhythmia, diagnostic and functional stress testing as related to the electrical activity of the heart.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOH 301/302  & BIOH 311/312 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • KIN 492 - Independent Study

    1 - 3 credits (Variable)
    Academic endeavor in an area of health science not available through general course offerings.

    Prerequisite(s): Departmental approval.
  
  • KIN 494 - Seminar

    2 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec.)
    Examines current and controversial issues in health science.

    Prerequisite(s): Departmental approval.
  
  • KIN 495 - Fieldwork

    2 credits
    Practical experience in a health science-related area.

    Prerequisite(s): Departmental approval.
  
  • KIN 498 - Internship

    1 - 6 credits (Variable)
    For academic work done in conjunction with an approved work experience related to the Applied Health Science degree program. Students should consult with their faculty advisor and/or departmental Internship Coordinator to determine the availability of appropriate work experience and the specific academic requirements for receiving credit.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing and Consent of Instructor. May be repeated once for credit. Course offered on demand.
  
  • KIN 499 - Capstone: Health Fitness Instructor

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Presents principles and techniques for prescription of safe and effective conditioning programs, focusing on the development of strength for health and performance enhancement.

    Prerequisite(s): BIOH 301/302 , BIOH 311/312 , KIN 322  & KIN 410 . Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • L.S. 1006 - Career/Life Planning

    2 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec.)
    Students learn an integrative process of career/life planning that examines interests, skills, education, training, values, and lifestyle. Students use a variety of assessment instruments, journal writing, library and computer resources, and information interviews to develop career goals and a personal life mission statement.

    Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • L.S. 2916 - Internship

    1 - 6 credits (Variable)
    For academic work done in conjunction with an approved work experience related to the Liberal Studies degree program. Students should consult with their faculty advisor and/or departmental Internship Coordinator to determine the availability of appropriate work experience and the specific academic requirements for receiving credit.

    Prerequisite(s): Completion of one semester of course work and Consent of Instructor. May be repeated once for credit. Course offered on demand.
  
  • L.S. 2956 - Special Topics

    (Variable)
    Specific topic is to be determined by individual faculty member offering the course. Topic will deal with some aspect of humanities and/or social science not covered by an existing course. This course is designed to complement present department offerings.

    Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered both semesters.
  
  • L.S. 3956 - Special Topics

    (Variable)
    Specific topic is to be determined by individual faculty member offering the course. Topic will deal with some aspect of humanities and/or social science not covered by an existing course. This course is designed to complement present department offerings.

    Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor. WRIT 101  and LIT 112  or LIT 126   Course generally offered both semesters.
  
  • L.S. 3966 - Independent Study

    (Variable)
    Conference, research and independent reading in a field of special interest arranged with an instructor in the Liberal Studies Department. Reading and research may be oriented to concurrent work, but must not replace subject matter of regularly scheduled courses.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing, Consent of Instructor, and prior departmental approval. May be repeated a maximum of four times for credit. Course generally offered both semesters.
  
  • L.S. 4016 - Health & Environmental Communicaton

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    This is a course for anyone in a profession that requires communicating about health, environmental or safety concerns. Course emphasizes listening and oral communication skills.

    Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered 1st semester.
  
  • L.S. 4026 - Conflict Management

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    This is a speech communication course concerned with conflict management in the workplace as well as in personal relationships. While students will be (introduced to theory and research) in the field of conflict resolution and taught how to use conflict assessment instruments, the major emphasis of the course is on the development of listening and speaking strategies and skills for handling conflicts effectively.

    Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • L.S. 4916 - Internship

    1 - 6 credits (Variable)
    For academic work done in conjunction with an approved work experience related to the Liberal Studies degree program. Students should consult with their faculty advisor and/or department Internship Coordinator to determine the availability of appropriate work experiences and the specific academic requirements for receiving credit.

    Prerequisite(s): Junior standing and Consent of Instructor. May be repeated once for credit. Course offered on demand.
  
  • L.S. 4956 - Special Topics

    (Variable)
    Specific topic is to be determined by individual faculty member offering the course. Topic will deal with some aspect of humanities and/or social science not covered by an existing course. This course is designed to complement present department offerings.

    Prerequisite(s): Consent of Instructor. Course generally offered both semesters.
  
  • L.S. 4986 - Undergraduate Research

    (Variable)
    This course is designed for students involved in directed research projects and is required for participants in the Undergraduate Research Program (URP). This course can be repeated. Students will be required to prepare a formal paper and present their results. A faculty member must advise the project. Pending the number of credits taken, graduation requirements, and as demanded of the research advisor, other requirements may be needed. To participate in URP, students must submit a proposal for a research project to the Undergraduate Research Committee and meet other requirements as listed in URP guidelines. Proposals are evaluated competitively and winners will receive a stipend. URP participants must register for this class in the Spring for at least one credit in order to present their findings in the annual Undergraduate Research Conference. A call for proposals is made at the beginning of the Spring Semester. Another call may be offered in the Fall Semester.

    Course generally offered year round.
  
  • LINE 0100 - Introduction To The Utility Industry

    2 credits (Hrs: 2 Lec.)
  
  • LINE 0110 - Math for the Utility Industry

    5 credits (Hrs: 5 Lec.)
  
  • LINE 0120 - Electrical For The Utility Ind

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
  
  • LINE 0130 - Safety And Certifications

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
  
  • LINE 0140 - Pole Yard

    16 credits (Hrs: 16 Lec.)
  
  • LIT 112 - Introduction To Fiction

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Companion to LIT 126 . Studies examples of short and long fiction, with emphasis on evaluation and analysis.

    Satisfies Humanities & Fine Arts core. Course generally offered 2nd semester.
  
  • LIT 126 - Introduction to Poetry and Drama

    3 credits
    Satisfies Humanities & Fine Arts core.
  
  • LIT 210 - American Literature I

    3 credits (Hrs: 3 Lec.)
    Studies American literature from Colonial times to the Civil War with emphasis on the major philosophical & literary concepts of each period.

    Satisfies Humanities & Fine Arts core. Course generally offered 1st semester.
 

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