An introduction to the theory and fundamental concepts of the financial reporting process in modern business organizations. The course focuses on the accrual method of accounting and an introduction to GAAP theory. Topics covered include analyzing and recording business transactions, periodic determination of income and financial position, and preparation and understanding of financial statements.
Prerequisites: None
3 credits
An introduction to statistics, including descriptive statistics (measures of central tendency, dispersion, and frequency distributions) graphic presentations, Probability Theory, Sampling Theory, normal curve applications and the use of computers. Emphasis given to interpretation and application of descriptive statistics. For students in business, economics, and accounting.
Prerequisites: None
3 credits
This course is an analysis of effective management strategies and the body of knowledge associated with pursuing a career in sport management. The course introduces the student to sport management career opportunities in the sport industry and to sport principles as they apply to management, leadership style, communication, and motivation.
Prerequisites: None
3 credits
An introduction to the theories and principles of advertising with a focus on current practice in advertising agencies. Topics include advertising foundations, planning and strategy, advertising media, advertising campaign strategy and an evaluation of commercials (print, television, radio, and Internet).
Prerequisites: None
3 credits
This course introduces Communication majors to the types of research and information gathering skills essential for journalists, public relations practitioners, and other professionals. It will include a review of sources available in the library, computer resources, and municipal, state and federal government documents.
In addition to becoming skilled seekers in the digital/paper chase, students will gain an overview of the “right to access” issues, including the Freedom of Information Act and the ethics of privacy. In short, students will learn strategies for gathering information and critically analyzing it.
Prerequisites: None
3 credits
An examination of the ethical challenges that confront communication professionals, whether in print, broadcast or Internet journalism, public relations or advertising. Students learn to discern a wide variety of ethical issues concerning communication behavior, apply systematic ethical analysis to various communication situations and explain their analyses clearly.
Prerequisites: None
3 credits
An introduction to the economic theories which explain the workings of the marketplace in a capitalist system. Topics include the behavior of consumers, businesses, the public sector, labor market, discrimination, poverty, and pollution. Course emphasizes techniques of analysis that will continue to be useful in comprehending a changing economic world. No co-requisite. Business students should register for this section of Microeconomics.
Prerequisites: None
3 credits
A lecture and hands-on approach to understanding the computer and its application in the classroom. No prior computer knowledge or skill is necessary.
Prerequisites: limited to Education majors; EDU-0201
1.5 credits.
A study of the techniques and types of poetry and how to read them. The course concentrates on the intricacies of this art form by examining large quantities of traditional and contemporary verse. Offered spring semester.
Prerequisites: None
3 credits
A study of selected American novels from Susannah Rowson’s Charlotte Temple to Zora Neale Hurston’s Their Eyes Were Watching God.
Prerequisites: None
3 credits
An introduction to a practical beginning language experience, enriched with extensive cultural materials. Designed for students preparing degrees in art history, European history, business, international affairs, and the traveler.
Prerequisites: None
3 credits
The study of Latin is designed to lay the groundwork for Latin grammar and vocabulary, as well as for Roman culture. In addition, students of Latin increase their knowledge of English vocabulary and grammar. Offered during spring and fall semesters.
Prerequisites: None
3 credits
Topics include properties of real numbers; linear, quadratic and higher degree polynomials; logarithmic and exponential functions. There is an emphasis on the graphs of these functions. Offered fall and spring semesters.
Prerequisite: MAT-0112 or placement.
3 credits
Precalculus is the study of the ratios (functions called sines, cosines, tangents, etc.) of the lengths of sides in right triangles. Angles are often measured in radians. Graphs of the functions are studied. The ratios are related to each other in “Identities”. The ratios are applied to non-right angle triangles. This knowledge is used to break lines into vertical and horizontal components called vectors.
Prerequisite: MAT-0115 or the equivalent.
3 credits
Analysis of how the American Government works and why it works the way it does. We will consider what problems we think our government should solve and how it should solve those problems. We will examine the principal institutions of American Government: The Presidency, Congress, the Court system, the media, political parties, interest groups and elections. Each student will pick a current issue of special interest and follow it for the semester.
Prerequisites: None
3 credits
An introductory course designed to make students aware of the diversity of the field of Psychology and the ways in which human behavior can be studied. Goals, methods, and applications of the science of psychology in learning, language, thinking, perception, and the emotions are investigated.
Prerequisites: None
3 credits
A survey of the major world religions, primarily Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. The course will cover the origins, development, major religious beliefs and practices, and the contemporary status of each of these religions. Students will also reflect about the encounters between these religions, especially the prospect for inter-religious dialogue.
Prerequisites: None
3 credits
This course is a study of Christian ethics—its nature and character, historical background, and contemporary questions—with a focus on issues of social justice. We will examine ways in which the dignity of individuals and communities is honored and empowered. Areas to receive particular attention include: the environment, racism, and gender.
Prerequisites: None
3 credits
Appreciation of how “social problems” are defined by culture. Areas studied: (1) the city (urban change); (2) healthcare; (3) family disorganization; (4) labeling of sexual behavior; (5) individual and organized crime; (6) juvenile delinquency; (7) life-cycle problems; (8) substance use – drugs, alcohol, smoking; (9) war and terrorism; (10) secrecy and privacy; (11) poverty; (12) environmental issues.
Prerequisites: None
3 credits
Theories, concepts, and research in human sexuality. Topics include: socio-historical perspectives; life cycle changes; sexual communication; love/attitudes/intimacy patterns in American culture; gender roles and sexual dysfunction; religiosity; sex and the legal system; sex education; and trends in sexual attitudes and behavior.
Prerequisite: SOC 0100
3 credits
Topics: universality of the family; trends in marriage; class differentials; spousal selection; conflict resolution; alternative family styles; intimacy patterns; cohabitation; communication models; modification of husband-wife roles; social interventions with families; the effects of separation/divorce on children; new custodial arrangements; and decision making in intimate relationships.