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HS 453 - The Psychology of Aging
Psychological theories of aging and development are used as a basis for considering the major role changes and adjustments confronting older adults. Topics include the normal challenges posed by retirement, family relationships, sexuality, sensory changes, intellectual and memory changes, and loss. The second part of the course addresses issues of mental health, depression, and dementia experienced by many older adults. Specific counseling approaches and other therapeutic interventions are also presented.
This course is applicable to the liberal arts requirements of the curriculum.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
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HS 457 - Introduction to Case Management
This course will acquaint students to the field of case management and the role(s) of the case manager. Students will learn how to organize and provide services to special populations of people. Psychological as well as physical needs are addressed in this course. Case management will be presented both within the framework of an agency, and as a private practice.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
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HS 458 - Care Management And Community Mental Health
This course will provide an historical survey and overview of US community mental health, including: private for-profit, government, and not-for-profit systems. Various models of care management will be examined. The core functions of case managers, with emphasis on the mental health applications, will be studied. The course will cover mental illness, including dual diagnosis, mentally ill and chemically addicted (MICA), and psychopharmacology.
This course is applicable to the liberal arts requirements of the curriculum.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
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HS 466 - Internship in Human Services
A supervised internship in the health area, this course is made available to students on an individual basis. Approval required. Placements are arranged by students and instructor.
Hours to be arranged. Typically no evenings or weekends. 2–6 credits maximum.
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HS 467 - Practicum in Health Instruction
A supervised field experience in health instruction, this course is made available to students on an individual basis. Approval required. Placements are arranged by students and instructor.
Prerequisites: Required courses for the Certificate in Health Instruction
Hours to be arranged. Typically no evenings or weekends. 3 credits.
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HS 470 - Practicum in Alcoholism & Addictions Counseling I
A supervised internship in the field of alcoholism and addictions counseling, this practicum is made available to students on an individual basis. Approval required. Placements are arranged by students and instructor. Approval required to take HS 470, HS 471 and HS 472 concurrently.
Prerequisites: Required courses for the Certificate in Alcoholism and Addictions Counseling
Hours to be arranged 3 credits.
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HS 471 - Practicum in Alcoholism & Addictions Counseling II
A supervised internship in the field of alcoholism and addictions counseling, this practicum is made available to students on an individual basis. Approval required. Placements are arranged by students and instructor. Students who earn below a B in HS 470 may not register for HS 471. Approval required to take HS 470, HS 471, and HS 472 concurrently.
Prerequisites: Required courses for the Certificate in Alcoholism and Addictions Counseling
Hours to be arranged 3 credits.
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HS 472 - Practicum in Alcoholism & Addictions Counseling III
A supervised internship in the field of alcoholism and addictions counseling, this practicum is made available to students on an individual basis. Approval required. Placements are arranged by students and instructor. Students who earn below a B in HS 471 may not register for HS 472. Approval required to take HS 470, HS 471, and HS 472 concurrently.
Prerequisites: Required courses for the Certificate in Alcoholism and Addictions Counseling
Hours to be arranged 4 credits.
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HS 498 - Capstone Research in Human Services
(HA 498/BUS 498)
The second part of a two-part capstone research course for students in the majors of Human Services, Health Administration, and Organizational Management, is designed to teach students about the research methodologies that can be applied to the investigation of a research study of an individualized area of interest. Students will select an appropriate research methodology and design and will apply it to the research topic selected during the earlier course, CHA 495/BUS 495. The final project will be an academic paper reporting on an original research topic investigated by the student.
Prerequisites: MAT 151 and HS 495/HA 495/BUS 495
This course is applicable to the liberal arts requirements of the curriculum.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
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CLA 122 - The Glory that Was Greece: The Grandeur that Was Rome
An in-depth study of the Greco-Roman culture and civilization. Special attention will be given to the political, social, economic and cultural life of both peoples against the world setting in which they both rose, flourished, and declined. This course may be offered for Classics or History.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
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CLA 154 - Sources Of Great Western Ideas
CLA 154
This course undertakes a study of the classical origins of Western philosophy in Greece and Rome with a special emphasis on its relevance to Modern times. Readings may include literature, drama, poetry, as well as the classic Greek philosophical texts in an examination of such foundation concepts as nature, self, soul, and virtue. Course may be credited to Philosophy or to the Classics.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Spring
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CLA 157 - Self and Society in Ancient Greece and Rome
This course will explore the origins of the concepts of self and society in Western Culture in the history and philosophy of classical Greece and Rome. In addition to independent reading in the historical and philosophical literature, this class includes an intensive study abroad component. The class will meet as a seminar during the spring term, include an active online experience and complete its investigation through readings and discussion at the sites in Greece and Rome in a two-week trip at the end of May. This course is targeted for freshmen (first year students) as a special opportunity for interdisciplinary study coupled with a study abroad experience.
Target students: Second semester freshmen
3 credits.
Spring 2013
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HUM 100 - Freshman Seminar
Designed to provide an introduction to the liberal arts experience and to assist in the development of knowledge, skills, and attitudes helpful to success in college. Topics include: self concept; clarification of goals; relationships, communication, and study skills; critical analysis; academic disciplines. Students expand horizons through required participation in selected extracurricular, social, and aesthetic experiences.
Required of all Freshmen.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits
Fall and Spring.
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HUM 400 - Adults in Transition
Designed for adults, this seminar has two interrelated goals: 1) to provide the opportunity for self-exploration and understanding, and 2) to support the development of a life, career, and educational plan. Selected readings and exercises will focus on adult issues such as adult development through the life cycle, transitions, career exploration and development, life pattern differences between men and women, values and the creation of meaningful, realistic personal goals.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits. Pass/No Credit.
Fall and Spring
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SJC 100 - The Freshman Seminar
A seminar course for all first-year students which will introduce them to the academic world of college, and along with the required First Year Experience Program (FYE), will serve to engage students in the college experience at St. Joseph’s. Each course section will focus on a unique and engaging topic related to the discipline or avocation of the instructor and may also incorporate interdisciplinary themes. This course will offer a laboratory experience of careful and critical reading, writing to learn, research skills, and cooperative classroom activities.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall
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ITL 151 - Elementary I
A communicative approach to the fundamentals of the Italian language with emphasis on listening comprehension, speaking, and cultural awareness. This course, along with ITL 152 , is designed to enable students to communicate in Italian in everyday situations. For students who have no previous knowledge of Italian.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall
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ITL 152 - Elementary II
A continuation of ITL 151 with increasing emphasis on oral communication, grammatical structures, reading, writing, and appreciation of Italian culture. Open to students who have completed ITL 151 or its equivalent.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Spring
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ITL 201 - Intermediate I
This course seeks to develop intermediate-level communication skills in Italian. Students will improve their proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing Italian through interactive activities in the classroom and study of more advanced grammatical structures, vocabulary, and idiomatic expressions. In addition, students will acquire the linguistic and cultural insights which come with the study of a new language. Open to students who have completed ITL 152 or its equivalent.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall
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ITL 202 - Intermediate II
A continuation of Italian 201. In this course, students will communicate in Italian on a variety of topics from personal to literary to global. Knowledge of linguistic structures and cultural understanding will be deepened and expanded. Critical thinking, problem-solving skills, and cultural comparisons will be developed. Open to students who have completed ITL 201 or its equivalent.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Spring
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ITL 211 - Italian Readings I
Readings and discussions based on Italian texts. Review of the language through literature, civilization, and the contemporary scene. Open to students who have completed three or more years of high school Italian.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall
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ITL 212 - Italian Readings II
Advanced readings and discussions based on Italian texts. Continued study of the language through literature, civilization, and the contemporary scene. Open to students who have completed ITL 211 .
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Spring
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LA 201 - Honors Capstone
This course offers an opportunity for the students in the Honors Program to develop and explore a unifying theme which can serve to connect the disciplines studied in their freshman year Honors Program experience. Students will attend a series of lectures in the fall semester and participate in a group travel experience. For second year Honors Program students only.
1 hour a week 1 semester 1 credit.
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LIB 100 - Library Research Strategies
This course instructs students on how to locate and evaluate information to meet their academic needs and to use the information accurately and ethically. Students will develop proficiency in searching techniques, paraphrasing and proper citation.
3 hours a week, 5 sessions 1 credit.
Fall and Spring
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MKT 200 - Marketing
A study of the importance of marketing to society and to the economy, and its pivotal role in the business and non-profit sectors. The course provides a firm foundation in marketing principles and in the strategic marketing planning process.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Spring
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MKT 204 - Marketing Promotion and Advertising
An intensive review and study of the promotion and sale of products or services. Both conceptual and applied approaches to such areas as advertising and public relations are used. The student will be required to develop a report on a promotion plan for a product or service.
Prerequisite: MKT 200
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Spring 2013, 2015
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MKT 208 - Public Relations
The study of Public Relations and its role as a communications and marketing tool. Corporate image, external and internal communications, and firms’ relationships with various organizations are explored. Case study analysis and practice in writing press releases and other corporate communications are expected.
Prerequisite: MKT 200
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Spring 2012, 2014
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MKT 214 - Sales Management
(BUS 214 )
The importance of managing the creative selling function including telemarketing, missionary sales, prospecting and qualifying prospects, territory management, role ambiguity, evaluating of sales performance, the establishment of standards, and motivating a sales force.
Prerequisite: MKT 200
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Spring
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MKT 302 - Retail Management
A study of the marketing of goods and services to the final customer. Topics include the structure of contemporary American retailing, assortment planning, inventory control, customer service, price, promotion and location strategies, international retailing, and the interrelationship of retailing, society, and the economy.
Prerequisite: MKT 200 , MAT 200
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall 2011, 2013
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MKT 310 - Consumer Motivation and Behavior
(PSY 282 ) (BUS 210 )
The examination of consumer motivation and behavior employing the disciplines of Anthropology, Psychology and Sociology. Freud, Skinner, and Maslow’s theories are utilized. The purpose of the course is to enable the student to understand what motivates the consumer to buy and why.
Prerequisite: MKT 200
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
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MKT 316 - Marketing Research
BUS 306
A study of the various research methodologies used in solving marketing research problems. Includes Research Design and Data Collection Methods (surveys, questionnaire design, sampling) to enable the student to make the best possible decision in exploring solutions to marketing problems and opportunities. A complete Marketing Research report is required.
Prerequisites: BUS 222 , MKT 200
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall 2012, 2014
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MKT 472 - Marketing Strategy Seminar
An examination and integration of all aspects of marketing, including strategy, execution, and evaluation. Case studies will be analyzed to understand successful marketing strategies. Course will culminate in a major research paper in the form of a detailed marketing plan. For Senior Marketing Major students only
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall and Spring
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MAT 105 - Fundamentals of Mathematics in Today’s World
This course, recommended for liberal arts students of varying mathematical backgrounds, stresses critical thinking and reasoning. The course includes the study of patterns, set theory, logic, inductive and deductive reasoning, the real number system and topics in geometry.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall, Spring
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MAT 106 - Excursions in Contemporary Mathematics
This course will present an overview of various topics in mathematics with a focus on recent developments and their applications. Designed for those students for whom the profundity of mathematics has often been obscured by its techniques, this course proposes to illustrate and explore the ubiquitous nature of mathematics in the world around us and thereby promote an appreciation for the significance, power and beauty of the discipline. Many topics are considered. They range from some modern applications of graphs to the mathematics of social choices.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall, Spring
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MAT 107 - Introduction to Probability and Statistics
This course offers an introduction to probability and statistics. It is designed to provide a common foundation for the more specialized material presented in the various statistics courses offered in other quantitative departments. Material covered includes: probability models, random variables and probability distributions (both discrete and continuous), descriptive statistics, inference, sampling and hypothesis testing.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall, Spring
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MAT 111 - College Algebra
Properties of numbers and expressions; linear and quadratic equations; systems of equations; exponents and logartihms; functions; linear, quadratic, polynominal, exponential and logarithmic. Not open to students who have completed MAT 113 or students with credit for any 200 level math course.
This course is applicable to the liberal arts requirements of the curriculum.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
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MAT 113 - Elementary Functions: Precalculus
Introduction to the concept of functions: their graphs, elementary properties, geometric transformations, inverses and algebra of functions. Introduction to the elementary functions and their properties: linear, polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions. Designed for those who intend to go on to a calculus course.
Prerequisite: 11th year mathematics or equivalent.
This course is applicable to the liberal arts requirements of the curriculum.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
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MAT 113 - Elementary Functions: Precalculus
Introduction to the concept of functions: their graphs, elementary properties, geometric transformations, inverses, and algebra of functions. Introduction to the elementary functions and their properties: linear, polynomial, rational, exponential, logarithmic and trigonometric functions. Designed for those who intend to go on to a calculus course.
Prerequisite: 11th year mathematics or equivalent. Not available to students with credit for any 200 level math course. Students will not receive credit for both MAT 111 and MAT 113 .
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall, Spring
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MAT 151 - Fundamentals of Statistics
An introduction to statistics, including probability, sampling distributions, correlations, predictions, and hypothesis testing.
Prerequisite: COM 140 or COM 141 or equivalent.
This course is applicable to the liberal arts requirements of the curriculum.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
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MAT 200 - Mathematics for Business and Economics
This course includes the study of matrices, linear programming, the simplex method, and the mathematics of finance. Basic business applications of precalculus mathematics will be discussed.
Prerequisite: MAT 111
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall, Spring
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MAT 202 - Global Experiences in Mathematical Education
This class will be a comparative study of the mathematical educational systems in the United States and another country. It will review books, articles, textbooks, websites, and exams from each country to determine how they are alike and how they differ. There is an optional trip component offered after the semester is over for one additional credit.
1 or 2 credits. 12 hours on campus, 1 credit. With optional trip, 2 credits.
Spring
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MAT 203 - Mathematical Foundations of Computer Science
The emphasis will be on algorithmic problem solving and discrete mathematical concepts including logic, sets, Boolean algebra, relations, functions, induction and recursion, counting principles and combinatorics, graphs and trees. Use of the computer as a problem-solving tool will be integrated with the theory. Fundamental algorithms including sorting, searching and tree traversal will be introduced.
Prerequisite: MAT 113 or equivalent.
4 hours a week 1 semester 4 credits.
Fall 2011, 2013
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MAT 204 - Analytic Trigonometry and Geometry
This course will focus on analytical geometry and trigonometric functions and their properties. Amongst the topics considered under analytic geometry are the conic sections and their general quadratic equation along with polar and parametric equations. The topics covered under trigonometric functions include the inverse functions, trigonometric identities and the trigonometric representation of the complex numbers.
Prerequisite: MAT 113 or equivalent.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Spring
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MAT 205 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry I
Functions of one variable, limits, continuity, derivatives, chain rule, maxima and minima, inverse functions, antiderivatives, Riemann sums, Fundamental Theorem of Calculus. The study of calculus is enhanced through the use of the computer software, Maple, in the laboratory component and the use of graphing calculators.
Prerequisite: MAT 113 or equivalent.
3 lecture hours, 1 recitation hour and 1 lab hour 1 semester 4 credits.
Fall, Spring
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MAT 206 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry II
Differentiation and integration of logarithmic and exponential functions, the trigonometric and inverse trigonometric functions, elementary differential equations. Applications of integration such as volumes of various solids are explored. Techniques of integration, indeterminate forms and L’Hopital’s Rule, improper integrals. Maple software will be used in the laboratory component.
Prerequisite: MAT 205 with a minimum grade of C-.
3 lecture hours, 1 recitation hour and 1 lab hour a week 1 semester 4 credits.
Fall, Spring
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MAT 207 - Calculus and Analytic Geometry III
Infinite series and their convergence is explored and the Taylor series expansion for differentiable functions is developed. Parametric equations and polar functions are considered. Vectors in two and three dimensions along with their algebras are explored. Lines, planes and various families of surfaces in three dimensional space are considered. Material is illustrated and enhanced by the use of software such as Maple.
Prerequisite: MAT 206 with a minimum grade of C-.
4 hours a week 1 semester 4 credits.
Fall
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MAT 208 - Advanced Calculus
Functions of several variables are introduced and studied. The calculus is redeveloped in this context. Gradients, directional derivatives, tangent planes and normal lines along with relative and absolute extrema are considered. Line, contour and multiple integration is explored. Vector fields and their calculus are studied. Material is illustrated and enhanced by the use of software packages such as Maple.
Prerequisite: MAT 206 with a minimum grade of C-.
4 hours a week 1 semester 4 credits.
Spring
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MAT 211 - Introduction to Mathematical Proofs
(Formerly MAT 210)
This course will focus on what a mathematical proof is. Topics include the building blocks of logic and set theory, as well as different proof techniques. These techniques include direct proof, proof by contradiction, and induction. A variety of subjects will be used to draw examples from, including Calculus and Number Theory. This course is strongly recommended to be taken as an introduction to higher level mathematics courses and will be most helpful when taken as a sophomore.
Prerequisite: MAT 205 .
2 hours a week 1 semester 2 credits.
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MAT 213 - Problem Solving Seminar
This course is intended for students of mathematics or computer science who are interested in sharpening their problem solving skills, in developing their mathematical intuition, their skills in doing mathematical proofs and their ability to express mathematical ideas. While there is no fixed curriculum, a variety of problems from across the discipline will be explored.
Prerequisites: MAT 203 or departmental approval.
1 hour a week 1 semester 1 credit.
Offered when there is sufficient student demand.
Repeatable up to 3 times.
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MAT 241 - History of Mathematics
This course presents the development of mathematics from the ancient times to the present. Major advances in the field are examined in some depth and how these advances contributed to the growth of the discipline as a whole. Topics include the birth of the axiomatic system as exemplified by Euclidean geometry, the prescience of Archimedes, the study of roots of polynomials, the development of the calculus and many other breakthrough topics.
Prerequisite: MAT 205 .
Recommended for prospective teachers.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Spring, Summer 2012
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MAT 246 - Probability and Statistics
A calculus based course in the basic concepts of probability and statistics. Topics include: descriptive and inferential statistics, measures of central tendency and dispersion, sample spaces and events, probability axioms, counting techniques, conditional probability and independence. Also included are Bayes’ Theorem, expected value, discrete and continuous random variables, probability density functions, various distribution functions and moments, Chebyshev’s Theorem and the Central Limit Theorem.
Prerequisite: MAT 206 or departmental permission.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall
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MAT 250 - Theory of Interest
This course deals with the mathematical aspects of investment. Topics treated include: interest rates, discount rates, present value, accumulated value, annuities, yield rates, amortization schedules and sinking funds. Applications to be treated include: bonds, real estate mortgages, methods of depreciation and insurance.
Prerequisites: MAT 206 and BUS 315 or BUS 219 , or Departmental Approval
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
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MAT 307 - Real Analysis
This course provides a closer and more rigorous look at material covered in Calculus I, II and III. It reviews content from single variable calculus and goes further into the theoretical foundations of the subject. Topics covered include the real number system, sequences, limits, continuity, differentiation, Riemann integration and infinite series of numbers and of functions.
Prerequisites: MAT 207 or equivalent with a minimum grade of C.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Spring 2012, 2014
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MAT 346 - Advanced Topics in Probability and Statistics
A second course in Probability and Statistics. Topics studied include moment generating functions, jointly distributed random variables, marginal and conditional distributions, hypothesis testing, confidence intervals, minimum variance, unbiased estimators, uniformly most powerful tests and an introduction to stochastic processes.
Prerequisite: MAT 246 (with a minimum grade of C-) Corequisite:MAT 208 or Departmental Approval
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
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MAT 350 - Differential Equations
The topics of this course include ordinary differential equations of first and second order, homogeneous and non-homogeneous equations, numerical methods involving first order equations, linear differential equations, selected higher order equations, and Laplace Transforms.
Prerequisite: MAT 206 .
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall 2012, 2014
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MAT 352 - Elementary Number Theory
Prime and composite integers, number theoretic functions, Diophantine Equations, congruences: linear and higher order degree. Euler-Fermat Theorem, quadratic residues, continued fractions, Gaussian integers, and algebraic number theory.
Prerequisite: MAT 206 or equivalent.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall 2012
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MAT 354 - Modern Algebra
This course consists of the axiomatic study of algebraic structures (groups, rings and fields) that develop out of traditional elementary algebra. The study of groups include cyclic groups, factor groups, and permutation groups. The study of rings and fields includes integral domains, ideals, extension fields and Galois fields. Applications to semiconductors, information theory and error correcting codes are used to illustrate the concepts.
Prerequisite: MAT 206 .
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall 2011, 2013
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MAT 356 - Linear Algebra
This course consists of the study of the algebra of matrices, vector spaces and linear transformations between vector spaces. Topics include determinants, inner product spaces, subspaces of vector spaces, eigenvectors and eigenvalues, diagonalization and factorization.
Prerequisite: MAT 206 or Permission of Department.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall, Spring
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MAT 362 - Modern Geometry
This course provides a history of the development of Euclidean and non-Euclidean geometries with an emphasis on axiomatic systems. A comparative approach will be taken, highlighting the impact of the Euclidean, Hyperbolic, and Spherical forms of the Parallel Postulate. Various software applications are used to model both Hyperbolic and Elliptic geometries, as well as to explore their properties. Neutral and projective geometries are also explored.
Prerequisite: MAT 206 or equivalent.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Spring
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MAT 364 - Topology
This course consists of the study of topology, concentrating on point set topology. Some elementary algebraic topology is also considered. Topics include open and closed subsets of a topological space, Continuity, Homeomorphism, Connectivity, Compactness. Also some basic properties of manifolds and knots and isotophy are studied.
Prerequisite: MAT 206 .
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall 2011, 2013
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MAT 368 - Functions Of A Complex Variable
This course is the study of functions from the complex plane to itself. The calculus of such functions is developed. Topics include differentiation, analyticity, harmonic functions, transcendental functions, complex contour integration, infinite complex series, residues and conformal mappings.
Prerequisite: MAT 208 .
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Spring 2013, 2015
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MAT 470 - Directed Reading
Assigned reading in the mathematical literature. Normally the student is required to demonstrate progress in a paper of significant depth. Approval of associate chairperson is necessary.
1 semester 1, 2, or 3 credits.
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MAT 471 - Seminar
Special topics in the field of modern mathematics; preparation of written reports and presentations. Required of mathematics majors in their last semester.
2 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall, Spring
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Music CO-CURRICULAR WORKSHOP IN MUSIC may be offered for academic credit in accordance with the policy that students may earn 1/2 credit per semester for a total of two credits toward the degree for participation in co-curricular activities approved for credit by the faculty. Consult the Moderator of the Choral Society or Jazz Ensemble. |
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MUS 100 - The Understanding And Enjoyment Of Music
This is a course in active listening through a survey of musical compositions from ancient times to present. Illustrative media, required attendance at one concert.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
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MUS 101 - Theory I
Introduction to basic theory: intensive drill in notation and visual recognition in treble and bass clefs of key signatures, scales, intervals and meters; development of a sense of tonality through basic sight singing and melodic dictation.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
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MUS 104 - Evolution Of American Music
A review of the growth of music in the United States from early American folk music to the complex and simple styles which exist today. This course is a study of the evolution of American music, the diversity of which is reflected in its multicultural population.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall and Spring
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MUS 113 - Great Figures In Music
This course explores the lives and music of the “greats.” Students will travel through time as they encounter musicians from all genres and countries. Seven different musical figures will be selected as students discover the grand scope of music. Similarities and differences among the composers will be considered.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
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MUS 115 - Survey Of European Classical Music
A chronological study of western classical music from the Middle Ages to the present. This course will investigate the evolution of western classical music from its inception with vocal music to the multimedia status of this century.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall and Spring
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MUS 201 - Theory II
This course is intended to develop the student’s aural perception: chords, inversions, and cadences; melodic, rhythmic, and harmonic dictation; sight-reading, modulation and transposition. MUS 101 or an equivalent is required.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Summer and Intersession
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MUS 205 - Jazz
The phenomenon of jazz resounds far deeper than the music itself. It is a true manifestation of American ideals: democracy in action, freedom of choice through improvisation, and a national identity in music for African Americans. Class discussions of the lives of jazz performers and repertoire will be presented in their social and historical context. Illustrative media, required attendance at one concert.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall and Spring
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MUS 206 - The Opera
The evolution of the opera. Historical background of the great composers. Representative recordings to supplement the lectures. Analysis of several individual operas. Required attendance at an opera performance.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
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MUS 207 - Twentieth Century Music
A survey of the outstanding composers since the turn of the century, including Debussy, Ravel, Stravinsky, Schoenberg, Berg, Webern, Milhaud, Honegger, Poulenc, Bartok, Hindemith, Prokofiev, Shostakovitch, Vaughan-Williams, Britten, Ives, Copland and other composers. The historical background of the composers, their aesthetics and style characteristics, with special reference to serial, aleatoric, electronic music and jazz.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall 2011
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MUS 208 - The Classical Era (1750-1820)
The Classical style of Composer, Patron and Public in the Viennese Period: exploration of Sonata Form, Theme and Variations, Classical Symphony, Classical Concerts and Chamber Orchestras; treatment of basic concepts, terms and forms of design in Classical Music; presentation and analysis of the works of Joseph Haydn, Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart and their Classical contemporaries.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Spring 2012
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MUS 209 - The Baroque Era (1600-1750)
The history of Early, Middle and Late Baroque in Italy, France, the Netherlands, England and Germany. A study of the recitative style, lute and keyboard music; cantata, oratorio and opera. Special reference to the music of Gabrieli, Monteverdi, Frescobaldi, Lully, Corelli, Purcell, Couperin, Vivaldi, Telemann, Rameau, Bach, Handel and Scarlatti.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
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MUS 210 - The Romantic Era
Musical thought in the 19th century. The Romantic Movement as manifested in music. Changing forms of musical composition such as the symphony, solo sonata, concerto and opera. Special study of Program Music and musical Nationalism. Analysis of the works of Beethoven, Schubert, Chopin, Brahms, Dvorak, Berlioz, Wagner and Verdi.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Summer and Intersession
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MUS 211 - Development of Music in Motion Pictures
This course examines film from the musical perspective: how music can enhance the desired effect of corresponding drama and images. A variety of films will be analyzed from the classics of accomplished directors to popular films of today. Historical and other relevant background of selected music will be discussed. Through contrast and comparison, students will develop a greater understanding of how music is used in motion pictures and how this ultimately influences and shapes our perception of culture in the past, present, and future.
This course is applicable to the liberal arts requirements of the curriculum.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall
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MUS 212 - Latin American Music
This course is an introduction to Latin American music. Including the music of Cuba, Brazil, and Argentina, Latin American Music intends to provide the students with a closer perspective on the genre. Topics will include a discussion of instrumental music, translations of vocal text, as well as a focus on the percussive elements. Concerning the latter, a large part of the class will be spent introducing students to the principal elements of playing Latin percussion. They will be expected to play these instruments in class as an attempt to experience music rather than only observing it.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall and Spring
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MUS 213 - Development Of Music In Motion Pictures II
Featuring a special emphasis on recently released films and music scores, this course continues to examine film from the musical perspective: how music can enhance the desired effect of corresponding drama and images, and how this ultimately influences and shapes our perception of culture. Historical traditions and other relevant background of selected music will be discussed.
This course is applicable to the liberal arts requirements of the curriculum.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
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MUS 215 - History of the Symphony
This course traces the development of the symphony from the Sinfonia of the 18th century through the symphonies of the 20th century. Major symphonic composers will be discussed and their contributions to the symphonic literature, including Giovanni Battista Sammartini, Johann Stamitz, Joseph Haydn, Ludwig van Beethoven, Franz Shubert, Felix Mendelssohn, Johannes Brahms, Peter Tchaikovsky, Gustav Mahler and Ralph Vaughn Williams. Class discussions of the lives of composers and their symphonies will be presented in their social and historical context.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
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MUS 216 - Latin American Music II
This course continues to examine Latin American music, including the Afro-venezuelan drumming traditions, Colombian Currulao, Brazilian Bossa Nova, Mexican Marimba, Puerto Rican Bomba, Plena and Reggaeton, Dominican Bachata, Cuban Mambo and Timba. Class discussions of the lives of composers and their music will be presented in their social and historical context.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall and Spring
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MUS 226 - Music in Therapeutic Settings
(FORMERLY Music Therapy)
The use of various types of music and musical instruments to promote and enhance personality growth and development.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Spring
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MUS 308 - Mozart
The music of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart (1756–1791) revealed a genius in every sense of the word. From his early days as a prodigy to the final days of his short life, his music displays the tenets of classical form: symmetry, organization, and control. His classical style reflected the social and political aims of the Age of Enlightenment. Students will learn how Mozart was a true architect of this era.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall 2012
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MUS 310 - Beethoven
Ludwig van Beethoven is perhaps the most famous musician of all time. He has been revered as the principal figure in the history of Western music. He brought Classical genres—symphony, concerto, sonata, string quartet—into the 19th century and transformed them into the vehicles of musical expression for a new age. Through an in-depth survey of works from his early, middle, and late periods, a better understanding of this great artist will be gained.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Spring 2013
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Music: Studio The emphasis of studio courses is to guide the students in discovering and expressing their creative musical potential. Exposure to varied techniques and approaches offers the beginning as well as the advanced student, a broad scope for individual growth and expression. |
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MUS 120 - Vocal Technique, Choral Literature and Performance
A performance-directed choral experience with emphasis on developing the average voice to sing freely and in tune throughout its full range. Music reading and rhythmic perception required of representative choral works of the great historical periods.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall
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MUS 121 - Vocal Technique, Choral Literature and Performance
A continuation of choral literature.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Spring
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MUS 122 - Vocal Technique, Choral Literature and Performance
A continuation of choral literature.
1 hour a week 1 semester 1 credit.
Fall
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MUS 123 - Vocal Technique, Choral Literature and Performance
A continuation of choral literature.
1 hour a week 1 semester 1 credit.
Spring
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MUS 222 - The Chamber Choir
A small ensemble of students proficient in sight reading and interested in the study and performance of representative choral works that have played an important role in shaping vocal music. Significant and representative selections, mostly a cappella from the Renaissance through Contemporary periods. May be repeated once for credit. One semester of Music 222 may be used as additional core credit.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
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MUS 224 - Chamber Choir
A continuation of choral literature and music theory in a small ensemble of students proficient in sight reading.
1 hour a week 1 semester 1 credit.
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MUS 227 - Instrumental Ensemble
This studio course is an instrumental ensemble for the performance of contemporary, popular, jazz and/or classical works written and arranged for contemporary music ensembles (guitar, bass, keyboards, drums) and/or concert band and orchestra (brass, winds, strings). In addition to performances planned throughout the year, the ensemble will be featured in a fall concert and a spring concert. Interested students should contact the ensemble instructor or department chair for more information. Repeatable twice for students who declare a music concentration. This course may be applied as a core course if a student takes a music history or theory course.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Fall and Spring
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MUS 228 - Instrumental Ensemble
This studio course is an instrumental ensemble for the performance of contemporary, popular, jazz and/or classical works written and arranged for contemporary music ensembles (guitar, bass, keyboards, drums) and/or concert band and orchestra (brass, winds, strings). In addition to performances planned throughout the year, the ensemble will be featured in a fall concert and a spring concert. Interested students should contact the ensemble instructor or department chair for more information. Repeatable for credit.
1 hour a week 1 semester 1 credit.
Fall and Spring
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Nursing Students under the direction and guidance of faculty develop a learning contract for each clinical nursing course. The learning contracts are designed in accord with the student’s academic and professional background and the objectives of the course. The use of the learning contract provides for student self-direction and participation in the selection of their learning experiences. Clinical hours are planned on a to-be-arranged basis.
The Department of Nursing reserves the prerogative to adjust admission and program requirements in response to changes in accreditation or credentialing/registration criteria. |
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NU 300 - Theoretical Bases in Nursing
The focus of this course is the study of the conceptual framework and theories which provide the bases for professional nursing practice. The historical evolution of the theoretical foundation of nursing practice will be discussed, as well as the functions and merits of theory development to nursing practice, education and research. Selected nursing theories and concepts will be explored with an emphasis on the application of these to the nursing process. A case study approach will be used to provide students the opportunity to apply learning to practice situations.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
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NU 310 - Professional Nursing Practice Roles
The student engages in a study of the historical perspectives in the development of professional practice roles. Role theory, role socialization and role differentiation are examined as related to organizational structure and goals. The diversity of practice roles, changing roles, and expanded roles are explored with an emphasis on professional accountability, legal and ethical implications and advocacy.
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
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NU 320 - Holistic Nursing (Elective)
This course is designed to provide an introduction to holistic nursing and an overview of selected healing modalities such as therapeutic touch, relaxation and guided imagery. Discussions, demonstrations and/or experiential sessions are utilized to facilitate an understanding of these modalities. Emphasis is placed on theory-based practice. The implications of holistic nursing in practice and research are examined.
Prerequisites: NU 300 , NU 310
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Offered when there is sufficient student demand.
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NU 330 - Nursing Practice and the Integration Of Genetics (Elective)
This course will explore the impact of the Human Genome Project and expanding genetic knowledge base on the clinical practice of nursing. Students will gain a basic understanding of the science of genetics as it relates to clinical aspects of nursing and health care. Genetic concepts related to human heredity, genetic conditions, and treatment approaches will be explored. Emphasis will be placed on the integration of genetic knowledge into nursing practice. Ethical, legal, social and cultural aspects of genetic advances in health care will be explored from a nursing perspective.
Co or Prerequisite: NU 310
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
Offered when there is sufficient student demand.
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NU 350 - Professional Nursing with Individuals
This course focuses upon the health appraisal of clients including select physical assessment skills. Emphasis is placed on health promotion and the total assessment of the client including factors affecting health status, health history, client education and the application of the nursing process. The integration of Roy’s theory and the nursing process, communication and interpersonal relationship skills are emphasized.
Prerequisites: NU 300 , BIO 331 Co or Prerequisite: NU 310
4 hours lecture/college lab per week, 4 hours clinical per week for two weeks 4 credits.
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NU 400 - Professional Nursing with Families
This course includes a study of the concept of a family, the family environment as related to and influenced by health and illness, and the family as a system. Relevant theories are explored in relation to nursing practice with families focusing upon health promotion, maintenance and restoration. Public policy issues that affect family health care are explored.
Prerequisites: NU 300 , NU 310
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
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NU 410 - Professional Nursing with Communities
This course focuses upon the application of theories to promoting, maintaining, and restoring the health of communities. Emphasis is placed on the utilization of the nursing process in the health assessment of families and communities. Health promotion, health education, coordination and continuity of care are emphasized as are the roles of the professional nurse in community practice. The epidemiological process is stressed in surveying current major health issues. Public policy issues relating to health care are explored.
Prerequisites: NU 350 , PSY 150 , NU 400
3 hours lecture per week, 6 hours clinical per week 1 semester 6 credits.
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NU 420 - Nursing Research
This course focuses upon the critical evaluation of nursing research and the implications for nursing practice. Concepts basic to the research process, approaches to and methods of research are explored. Emphasis is placed on ethical considerations and the role of the nurse as a knowledgeable consumer of research.
Prerequisites: NU 300 , MAT 151 , GS 402
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
(Offered Fall–Patchogue; Spring–Brooklyn)
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NU 430 - Nursing Leadership
This course includes a study of theories of leadership, organizational behavior, and planned change. Emphasis is placed on decision making. Nursing leadership in traditional and unstructured health care settings is explored. The student examines values and ethical issues, as well as socio - economic and public policy issues affecting nursing and health care delivery.
Prerequisites: NU 350 , PSY 150
3 hours a week 1 semester 3 credits.
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