Courses
SO 240 STUDYING CHANGING HUMAN POPULATIONS 3.0 Credit(s)
This course 1.) identifies what kinds of changes have been occurring in the size, composition, and geographic distribution of human populations at the local, national, and global levels; 2.) analyzes the impacts those changes have been exerting on social patterns; and 3.) develops basic skills for studying those changes and impacts. Focuses on birth and fertility rates, death rates, migration rates, and changes in specific aspects of populations: size, age, sex ratio, socioeconomic status, and cultural heritage/identity.
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
EX 299 SPECIAL TOPICS IN EXERCISE SCIENCE 2.0-6.0 Credit(s)
In-depth exploration of a specific applied exercise science topic. Course can be repeated if topic varies.
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
SP 259 SPEC.TOPICS IN LIT.OF SPAIN 3.0 Credit(s)
Course description varies each time the course is offered. Prerequisite: TAKE SP-201 AND SP-202
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
SP 267 SPECIAL TOPICS IN CARIBBEAN LITERATURE 3.0 Credit(s)
This course covers works of literature from the Spanish-speaking Caribbean area in the Nineteenth and Twentieth Centuries. They include the novel, short stories, and poetry, and also come from the three primary Spanish-speaking nations of the Caribbean: Cuba, Puerto Rico, and the Dominican Republic (and, by extension, their migrant communities in the United States). Prerequisite: TAKE SP-201 AND SP-202
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
PS 224 POLITICAL PSYCHOLOGY 3.0 Credit(s)
Themes and concepts related to the expanding field of political psychology. Topics include the impact of media, nationalism, extremism, and security. The psychology of leadership is examined through case studies. Prerequisite: PS 110
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
CJ 256 CRIMINALISTICS 3.0 Credit(s)
Examines the application of forensic science to criminal investigations as well as the techniques of the crime lab through actual and case histories. Prerequisite: Take CJ-101
Offered: Fall Semester All Years
IS 272 DYNAMICS OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY 3.0 Credit(s)
Presents information systems concepts from a managerial perspective to understand how information systems work and how they are used for business purposes. This course is designed to help students understand and use fundamental information systems principles so that they will efficiently and effectively function as future business employees and managers. Topics include hardware and software of computers, telecommunication and networks (including the Internet), database management, e-commerce, systems development, and systems security.
Offered: Fall, Spring & Summer Sems All Years
SO 257 SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY & SOCIETY 3.0 Credit(s)
With the increasing diffusion of biotechnology, cybertechnology, communication/media technology, etc., in the world, it is prudent to study the influence of science and technology on culture and society and to consider the social impact of the next wave. While identifying serious problems and risks, the course also explores how science and technology are positive forces.
Offered: As Needed Contact Department
PO 200 RESEARCH DESIGN 3.0 Credit(s)
Required of majors, this course introduces students to the ways in which government and politics is studied in the discipline. Students will examine and compare a number of especially qualitative methods, in preparation for the second course in the sequence and also work in other courses.
Offered: Spring Semester All Years
NU 210 HEALTH WELLNESS & CULTURAL DIVERSITY 2.0 Credit(s)
This course introduces the student to basic concepts, theories, and methods of exploring the health, wellness, and cultural diversity of individuals. Common factors that promote the health and wellness of individuals across the lifespan are explored. Cultural diversity expands this discussion to include the meaning and impact of culture on health and wellness through the exploration of cultural phenomenon such as perception toward time, communication, social organization, and healing traditions. Values clarification related to own culture as a part of the process of developing cultural awareness and competence is discussed. Disparities related to access to care and economic barriers are discussed including vulnerable populations. Current evidence related to the impact of culture on healthcare systems and treatment by culturally competent practitioners is included. Prerequisite: Take NU-205, NU-215 and NU-220, NU-310
Offered: Fall Semester All Years
NU 220 Pharmacology & Nursing Implications 3.0 Credit(s)
This course introduces students to basic concepts of pharmacology used to promote, support, and restore the health status of individuals. Course content will focus on the pharmacodynamics and the pharmacotherapeutics of a broad range of drugs and their biologic, psychosocial, and cultural role in health and illness. Critical thinking with the application of the nursing process will be stressed in the assessment of patient responses, discussion of nursing implications of various drug groups, therapeutic interventions, and related evaluations. Throughout the course, issues of legal, ethical, and professional accountability will be addressed as they pertain to the safe administration of medications. Laboratory practice will focus on the development of medication administration and supporting documentation. Prerequisite: Take BI-126, BI-127, BI-128, BI-129, CH-117, CH-119, MA-105;
Offered: Fall Semester All Years
SW 224 HUMAN DIVERSITY/SOCIAL JUSTICE 3.0 Credit(s)
Provides a framework for understanding how diversity and inclusion shape the human experience, especially through consideration of cultural, structural, and constructed social and political norms.
Offered: Fall & Spring Semesters All Years
NU 205 FOUNDATIONS OF PROF. NURSING 3.0 Credit(s)
Foundations of Professional Nursing introduces the student to the profession of nursing. The student builds upon foundational knowledge from the liberal arts, sciences, and humanities and applies this to the content and process of nursing. The metaparadigm of nursing is presented in conjunction with the University's mission and organizing framework. Students are introduced to the concepts of health promotion, disease injury/prevention, effective intraprofessional communication, and demonstration of the teaching/learning process as part of person-centered care. Skills basic to nursing practice, safety, documentation, and regulatory guidelines that influence nursing practices are presented. Laboratory and simulated experiences are coordinated to offer the student practical experience with selected clients in providing basic nursing care in a professional caring manner. Students will demonstrate effective use of available technologies to assess and monitor patient care. Prerequisite: Take NU-205L
Offered: Fall Semester All Years
MK 201 PRINCIPLES OF MARKETING 3.0 Credit(s)
Investigates the components of the marketing mix. A managerial approach is employed and case studies supplement each area of exploration. Topics include customer behavior, product policy, channels of distribution, advertising and promotion, price policy, marketing programs, and the legal aspects of marketing.
Offered: Fall, Spring & Summer Sems All Years
MK 205 INTEGRATED MARKETING COMM & PROMOTIONS 3.0 Credit(s)
This practical introduction course analyzes the components of integrated communications within marketing and the promotional mix. Topics include, but are not limited to, customer behavior, culture, messaging, emotional bonding, and brand building as it pertains to marketing and promotion through communication. Prerequisite: TAKE MK-201
Offered: All Semesters All Years