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Marketing |
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MKT 513 - Marketing Management
Credit(s): 3
Examination of the functions of marketing executives. Emphasis on the formulation and implementation of marketing programs and strategies covering areas such as products, pricing, channels of distribution and promotion.
Prerequisite(s): MKT 351, MGT 370 and ACC 231 or their equivalents
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MKT 525 - Seminar in E-Commerce
Credit(s): 3
A strategic overview of electronic commerce with an emphasis on major strategic marketing opportunities, issues and problems. Covers use of intranet, extranet and internet technologies to interact, collaborate and transact business with the company’s customers, employees, suppliers and partners. Both organizational and external factors are analyzed in formulating competitive online marketing strategies.
Prerequisite(s): CSC 121, MKT 351 and MGT 370 or their equivalents
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MKT 552 - Seminar in International Marketing Management
Credit(s): 3
A conceptual and action-oriented approach to marketing of products and services abroad. Management problems of planning, organizing and controlling foreign marketing operations also are analyzed.
Prerequisite(s): MKT 351 or equivalent
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MKT 575 - Advanced Graduate Studies
Credit(s): 3
Student is individually assigned to an instructor on the basis of the type of studies needed for the programs pursued.
Repeated: May be repeated under different topics.
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MKT 576 - Advanced Graduate Studies
Credit(s): 3
Same as MKT 575 but in a different topic.
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Mass Communication |
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MCM 500 - Media and Society
Credit(s): 3
Explores the impact of mass media on the cultural, economic and political aspects of society.
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MCM 505 - Media Theory
Credit(s): 3
Explores major mass communication theories with regard to their development, implication and application.
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MCM 510 - Media Research Methods
Credit(s): 3
Explores methods used in mass communication research, including quantitative and qualitative methods.
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MCM 515 - Media Law and Ethics
Credit(s): 3
Explores First Amendment doctrines and issues concerning freedom of expression in the media industry, applications of law to the work of the media industry and the ethical dilemmas facing the media industry.
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MCM 520 - Media History
Credit(s): 3
Explores the historical origins of mass media and their influence on society and culture.
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MCM 525 - Media Sales
Credit(s): 3
Techniques and procedures used in commercial media sales. Professional examples will be integrated with classroom instruction.
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MCM 530 - Management Problems in Media
Credit(s): 3
Analysis of management problems with special attention to policies, procedures and organizational principles in media-related fields.
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MCM 535 - Media and Politics
Credit(s): 3
Explores the role of both social media and traditional media in modern political campaigns with an emphasis on the role of advertising and public relations campaign strategies and news and technology.
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MCM 540 - International Media
Credit(s): 3
Explores the varied media industries in different countries and the manner in which they serve those countries in a growing global media market.
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MCM 550 - Seminar in Advertising
Credit(s): 3
Explores problems and cases of planning, strategy and tactics, including the creation and execution of advertising campaigns used by practitioners.
Repeated: May be repeated if the topic is different.
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MCM 555 - Seminar in Public Relations
Credit(s): 3
Explores problems and cases of planning, strategy and tactics, including the creation and execution of public relations campaigns used by practitioners.
Repeated: May be repeated if the topic is different.
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MCM 560 - Seminar in Journalism
Credit(s): 3
Explores problems and cases of planning, strategy and tactics, including the creation and execution used by traditional media and social media/new media practitioners in the print media profession.
Repeated: May be repeated if the topic is different.
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MCM 565 - Seminar in Broadcasting
Credit(s): 3
Explores problems and cases of planning, strategy and tactics, including the creation and execution used by traditional media and social media/new media practitioners in the broadcast media profession.
Repeated: May be repeated if the topic is different.
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MCM 575 - Topics in Mass Communication
Credit(s): 1-3
Deals with content and concepts not usually offered in regular coursework and/or special creative situations or projects.
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MCM 585 - Independent Study in Mass Communication
Credit(s): 1-3
Individual instruction and research in mass communication.
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MCM 590 - Thesis
Credit(s): 1-3
Research and writing of thesis. Grade withheld until the submission of the thesis.
Note: Note: Students completing a thesis must register each semester university resources are being utilized.
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MCM 595 - Media Project
Credit(s): 3
Research and execution of media project. Grade withheld until completion of project.
Note: Note: Students completing a media project must register each semester university resources are being utilized.
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Mathematics |
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MTH 502 - Mathematical Statistics I
Credit(s): 3
Random variables, discrete and continuous distributions, multiple random variables, distributions of functions of random variables and convergence concepts.
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MTH 503 - Mathematical Statistics II
Credit(s): 3
Sufficient and complete statistics, likelihood and moment estimation, properties of estimators, interval estimation and hypothesis tests.
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MTH 505 - Numerical Methods In Differential Equations
Credit(s): 3
Numerical integration, numerical solutions of initial value problems and numerical solutions of boundary value problems.
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MTH 508 - General Topology
Credit(s): 3
Metric spaces, topological spaces and Cartesian product spaces are studied together with certain topological properties, such as compactness, connectivity and separability.
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MTH 511 - Abstract Algebra
Credit(s): 3
Groups, subgroups, homomorphisms, isomorphisms, cosets, factor groups, the Fundamental Theorem of Group Homomorphisms and the Fundamental Theorem of Finite Abelian Groups.
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MTH 512 - Abstract Algebra II
Credit(s): 3
Rings and ideals, vector spaces, fields, integral domains and introduction to Galois Theory.
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MTH 513 - Complex Variables I
Credit(s): 3
Complex numbers, elementary complex functions and their properties, differentiation and integration of complex functions, and singularities and residues.
Prerequisite(s): MTH 439 and MTH 508
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MTH 514 - Complex Variables II
Credit(s): 3
Line and contour integrals: evaluation, properties and applications, singularities and residues.
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MTH 517 - Linear Algebra
Credit(s): 3
Finite dimensional vector spaces, linear transformations and matrices with emphasis on numerical aspects.
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MTH 538 - Structure of the Real Number System
Credit(s): 3
Brief review of infinite sets, Peano’s postulates, relations, equivalence classes and isomorphisms. Rigorous development of the integers and rational numbers as equivalence classes of ordered pairs. Development of the real number system using Dedekind cuts. Comparison with Cauchy sequence development.
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MTH 539 - Real Variables
Credit(s): 3
A brief review of set theory is followed by a detailed study of metric spaces, normed linear spaces and inner-product spaces. Topics such as open and closed sets, along with compactness and completeness, are studied within the context of these spaces.
Prerequisite(s): MTH 440, MTH 508 , and MTH 517
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MTH 540 - Real Variables II
Credit(s): 3
Topics such as sigma-algebras, measure and integration of measurable functions are developed and covered in detail. Convergence theorems also are discussed.
Prerequisite(s): MTH 440 and MTH 517
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MTH 545 - History of Mathematics
Credit(s): 3
A survey with emphasis on both practical and philosophical developments and on anecdotal material.
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MTH 555 - Technology and Communication in the Mathematical Sciences
Credit(s): 3
Practical training in the use of software for mathematics and statistics; writing mathematics and statistics for publication; developing mathematics and statistics presentations; and other issues.
Prerequisite(s): MTH 317 or permission of instructor
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MTH 564 - Advanced Topics In Mathematics
Credit(s): 3
Topics in advanced mathematics.
Repeated: May be repeated for credit on a different topic with departmental approval.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing in mathematics and consent of instructor
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MTH 575 - Advanced Graduate Studies
Credit(s): 1-3
Individual studies in advanced mathematics.
Repeated: May be repeated for credit on a different topic with departmental approval.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing in mathematics and approval by department chair
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MTH 576 - Advanced Graduate Studies
Credit(s): 1-3
Same as MTH 575 for credit in a different topic.
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MTH 589 - Thesis Research
Credit(s): 3
Research and preparation for writing the thesis.
Note: Note: Students completing a thesis must register each semester university resources are being utilized.
Prerequisite(s): Approval of graduate advisor
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MTH 590 - Thesis Writing
Credit(s): 3-9
Writing the thesis.
Note: Note: Students completing a thesis must register each semester university resources are being utilized.
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Middle Level Grades |
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MLG 540 - Middle School Philosophy
Credit(s): 3
Examination of educational practice in the middle grades (fourth through eighth), including trends and issues unique to the middle grades. This course is usually offered as a web-based course as part of the PBIC program and/or the Master of Education program.
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MLG 580 - Developing Self-Disciplined Learners
Credit(s): 3
Focuses on creating a positive, productive classroom climate that builds self-discipline and fosters responsibility and citizenship in middle-level learners.
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Music Education |
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MUE 503L - Band Literature
Credit(s): 3
Study and analysis of concert band literature for all levels of public school.
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MUE 504 - Instrumental Techniques
Credit(s): 3
Study of the literature and pedagogical materials for string, wind and percussion instruments as related to school music teachers.
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MUE 540 - Music Research Seminar
Credit(s): 3
Introduction to research in music education. Emphasis placed on analysis of empirical research modalities and procedures for testing and measuring musical behaviors. The thrust will be to understand statistical results and their implications for improving classroom instruction.
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MUE 541 - Psychology of Music
Credit(s): 3
Introduction to principles of music psychology. Emphasis placed on behavioral manifestations of music through the study of cognitive processing. Current trends and seminal research and thought in music psychology will be examined.
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MUE 542 - Foundations of Music Education
Credit(s): 3
Introduction to the history of music education, musical aesthetics and philosophy of music education.
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MUE 543 - Current Trends in Music Education
Credit(s): 3
A critical analysis of current pedagogical trends in music education. Emphasis will be placed on evaluation of various music education curricula.
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MUE 544 - Reflective Practitioner
Credit(s): 3
Intended for individuals who are currently employed as music specialists. Emphasis is placed on application of current pedagogical theory and learning theory through critical thought and reflective practice.
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MUE 545 - Music in Early Childhood
Credit(s): 3
Review and application of research, methods and materials for teaching music to preschool children. Emphasis is placed on examining developmentally appropriate and child-centered practices applied to music.
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MUE 547 - Professional/Clinical Project
Credit(s): 3
Original, professional or clinical/classroom demonstration project resulting in a written paper suitable for presentation or publication at a professional meeting or in a professional journal.
Repeated: May be repeated for credit.
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MUE 560 - Instructional Design in Music Education
Credit(s): 3
This course examines underlying foundations, principles and issues related to music education curriculum practices. It explores music learning standards and different approaches, methods, and tools that can be used in designing and improving education programs, curriculum, and the delivery of instruction.
Prerequisite(s): Graduate standing or permission of instructor.
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Music History and Literature |
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MHL 521 - Music of the Baroque Era
Credit(s): 3
An analysis of the theoretical and historical aspects of the music and musicians from circa 1600 to 1750.
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MHL 522 - Music of the Classic Era
Credit(s): 3
An analysis of the theoretical and historical aspects of the music and musicians from circa 1750 to 1810.
Prerequisite(s): MHL 531
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MHL 523 - Music of the Romantic Era
Credit(s): 3
An analysis of the theoretical and historical aspects of music and musicians from Beethoven’s late works and the music of Schubert, Mahler, Bruckner and Richard Strauss.
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MHL 524 - Music of the Twentieth Century
Credit(s): 3
An analysis of the theoretical and historical aspects of music and musicians from Debussy to the present.
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MHL 525 - Music in America
Credit(s): 3
A survey of music and musicians in the United States from colonial times to the present.
Prerequisite(s): MHL 531
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MHL 531 - Music Bibliography
Credit(s): 3
Study of library collections of music, online searches, and major historical and analytical writings.
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MHL 574 - Studies in Music Literature
Credit(s): 1-3
Specialized studies of a particular musical period, genre or form.
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Music Performance |
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MUP 509 - Applied Instruction
Credit(s): 1
For secondary or minor instrument. Placement audition required. Instruction in piano, organ, harpsichord, voice, flute, oboe, clarinet, saxophone, bassoon, trumpet, horn, euphonium, trombone, tuba, percussion, violin, viola, cello and contrabass.
Note: Note: May not be taken for audit. Repeated: May be repeated for credit.
Course Fee: Course fee $130.
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MUP 519 - Applied Instruction
Credit(s): 2
Placement audition required. Instruction in piano, organ, harpsichord, voice, flute, oboe, clarinet, saxophone, bassoon, trumpet, horn, euphonium, trombone, tuba, percussion, violin, viola, cello and contrabass.
Note: Note: May not be taken for audit. Repeated: May be repeated for credit.
Course Fee: Course fee $240.
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MUP 529 - Applied Instruction
Credit(s): 3
Placement audition required. Instruction in piano, organ, harpsichord, voice, flute, oboe, clarinet, saxophone, bassoon, trumpet, horn, euphonium, trombone, tuba, percussion, violin, viola, cello and contrabass.
Note: Note: May not be taken for audit. Repeated: May be repeated for credit.
Course Fee: Course fee $350.
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MUP 532 - Opera Workshop
Credit(s): 1
Open to the general student by audition.
Repeated: May be repeated for credit.
Course Fee: Course fee $150.
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MUP 533 - A Cappella Choir
Credit(s): 1
Membership open by audition.
Repeated: May be repeated for credit.
Course Fee: Course fee $31-$100.
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MUP 534 - Orchestra
Credit(s): 1
Membership open by audition.
Repeated: May be repeated for credit.
Course Fee: Course fee $70.
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MUP 535 - Symphonic Band
Credit(s): 1
Membership open by audition.
Repeated: May be repeated for credit.
Course Fee: Course fee $25-$75.
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MUP 537 - Lab Band
Credit(s): 1
Membership open by audition.
Repeated: May be repeated for credit.
Course Fee: Course fee $55.
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MUP 539 - Chamber Music Practicum
Credit(s): 1
Practicum in small ensemble performance. String, brass, woodwind, percussion, keyboard, vocal and mixed ensembles, including brass choir, madrigals, trombone choir, etc.
Repeated: May be repeated for credit.
Course Fee: Course fee $20.
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MUP 557 - Instrumental Conducting
Credit(s): 3
Advanced techniques and skills for conducting band and orchestral literature with emphasis on score analysis.
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MUP 558 - Repertoire
Credit(s): 1
Literature available for solo performance in all performing media.
Repeated: May be repeated for credit.
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MUP 561 - Survey of Vocal Literature
Credit(s): 2
A comprehensive survey of works written for voice and piano in all genres. The course will culminate in a performance-oriented final project.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor
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MUP 562 - Survey of Instrumental Literature
Credit(s): 2
A comprehensive survey of works written for keyboard and other instrument(s). The course will culminate in a performance-oriented final project.
Prerequisite(s): Permission of instructor
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MUP 564 - Performance Theory and Materials
Credit(s): 3
Practicum in the principles and methods of solo performance techniques for each performance field.
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MUP 595 - Recital
Credit(s): 0
Solo recital (see advisor for requirements) or opera role of sufficient length.
Prerequisite(s): Advisor approval needed
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MUP 596 - Major Opera Roll
Credit(s): 0
For graduate students whose degree requires a second recital or opera role.
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Music Theory and Composition |
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MTC 505 - Composition
Credit(s): 2
Course Fee: Course fee $15.
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MTC 527 - Composition
Credit(s): 3
Applied instruction in musical composition.
Course Fee: Course fee $200.
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MTC 561 - Introduction to Graduate Music Theory
Credit(s): 3
Comprehensive review of tonal materials and application of established analytical methods using compositions from all style periods. Emphasizes graduate-level comprehension of functional principles and structures and critical thinking, as well as the ability to effectively communicate concepts by means of analysis projects and/or papers.
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MTC 562 - Theory Pedagogy
Credit(s): 3
Classroom strategies and techniques for teaching undergraduate music theory. Will include a survey of the available textbooks, discussion of the ordering of theory topics, pedagogical ideas for assisting students with specific difficulties and practical experience with tutoring and in-class teaching.
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MTC 563 - Scoring and Arranging
Credit(s): 3
Development of orchestration and arranging skills for a variety of ensembles. Assignments cover vocal works, chamber ensembles, jazz notation, wind ensemble and orchestra.
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MTC 564 - Post-Tonal Analysis
Credit(s): 3
A thorough investigation of the theories and processes of post-tonal analysis techniques as applied to works by composers from Debussy to the present. Analysis and compositional techniques will include, but are not limited to, non-functional pitch centricity, atonality, serialism, indeterminacy, sound mass and minimalism.
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MTC 565 - Schenkerian Theory
Credit(s): 3
An overview of Schenkerian theory and analysis. Assignments will include readings from Schenker and other secondary sources and in-depth analyses of tonal music.
Prerequisite(s): MTC 561
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National Security Studies |
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NSS 500 - Introduction to Intelligence and Security Studies
Credit(s): 3
This course introduces the students to the core concepts and theories in security and intelligence studies. The course also introduces the basic elements of intelligence: collection and analysis, counterintelligence and covert action. It will include a brief history of the evolution of intelligence, an introduction to the intelligence cycle and a discussion of intelligence failures.
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NSS 501 - Research and Writing in National Security and Intelligence
Credit(s): 3
This course focuses on the necessary skills to produce and read intelligence reports. It will include traditional attention to the scientific method and basic strategies of research and writing. This course further examines strategies related to collecting, disseminating and reading intelligence briefs.
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NSS 502 - Nuclear Proliferation and Weapons of Mass Destruction
Credit(s): 3
This course examines current national security threats posed by unconventional weapons. This course explores the political and military implications of these types of weapons, the major theories of their acquisition and use, and the policy implications of each. The course concludes with an in-depth look at countermeasures, the sanctions regime, deterrence and the nonproliferation regime.
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NSS 503 - International Terrorism
Credit(s): 3
This course examines the growing threat of international terrorism. Theories of terrorism will be explored along with tactics of insurgent groups and sources of terrorism. It will discuss the evolution of terrorism as a tactic, the internationalization of terrorism and current counterterrorism approaches.
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NSS 504 - Multilateral Organizations in Global Security
Credit(s): 3
This course explores the role of international organizations in security. It will examine theories of international organizations, their evolution, and their role in current and future policymaking. The course will particularly examine the NATO alliance and alternative multilateral military forces and their role in global security.
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NSS 505 - U.S. Policy in the Middle East and North Africa
Credit(s): 3
This course focuses on American relations and national security policy as it has evolved in the Middle East and North African countries. The course examines the evolution of the region; the changing political, economic and demographic dynamics; and the impact that has on American national security.The end of World War II, the fall of the Soviet Union and the rise of radical Islam are pitted against demands for democracy, as epitomized by the Arab Spring, and growing pressures of globalization more generally.
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NSS 507 - U.S. Policy and Russia
Credit(s): 3
This course explores the changing nature of American policy with Russia and the looming new Cold War. The course will explore history of U.S.-Soviet relations, especially the evolution of the Cold War.The post-Cold War policy of both countries will be investigated with particular attention to the changing economic, political and military dynamics of each country and implications for U.S. policy.
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NSS 520 - Interagency Operations, Counter Intelligence and Homeland Security
Credit(s): 3
This course will examine the whole range of issues relevant to homeland security and national defense, including transportation security, immigration and border security, and emergency management. The need for an integrated approach between government intelligence and security organizations at all levels will be emphasized throughout the course. The course will review the different ways in which U.S. leaders have used intelligence and the national security organizations to develop operational responses and policy. Students also will explore the national strategy developed to deal with ongoing threats and their impact on civil rights and governmental functions at all levels.
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NSS 521 - Responses to Transnational Threats: From the FBI to Interpol
Credit(s): 3
The global security landscape is dominated by complex threats, such as international terrorism and organized crime, but also rapid development in conventional threats and economic warfare. Solving some of today’s most pressing challenges requires concerted and multinational efforts. This course examines the foundations of today’s security environment, from broader international security perspectives to specific homeland security interests and concerns. Specific focus will be placed on law enforcement and national security agencies tasked with developing effective domestic and international responses to transnational crime and security threats.
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NSS 522 - The Politics of Cyberwarfare
Credit(s): 3
This course examines the role cyberspace plays in international conflict, including cyberspace as a tool and source of conflict for both state and non-state actors. The nature of cyberwarfare, its role in deterrence and defense, disparate country’s approaches, and the ethics and laws of cybersecurity will be discussed.
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NSS 523 - Organized Crime and Narco Terrorism
Credit(s): 3
Transnational organized crime poses a significant and growing threat to national and international security with dire implications for public safety, public health, democratic institutions and economic stability across the globe. Not only are criminal networks expanding, but they also are diversifying their activities, resulting in the convergence of threats that were once limited in scope and today are increasingly interconnected and international in scope. It is therefore essential for national security and intelligence agencies to adapt and evolve to meet the ever-changing circumstances in which they operate. This course will focus on the evolving tactics of transnational crime syndicates and the array of responses of national and international intelligence agencies and national security organizations to meet the new threat.
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Nursing |
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NUR 501 - Nursing Theory for the Advanced-Practice Role
Credit(s): 3
This course provides students with the knowledge of nursing philosophies, theories and conceptual models. Nursing theory and theories from other relevant disciplines will be analyzed as a foundation for nursing practice, research and professional development.
Course Fee: Course fee $18.
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NUR 502 - The Politics of Health Care
Credit(s): 3
This course examines the politics and issues related to health care. The student will develop an understanding of issues that confront the health care culture, including regulation, economics and other social issues.
Course Fee: Course fee $18.
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NUR 511 - Contemporary Health Care Ethics
Credit(s): 3
This course is designed to introduce students to ethical theories and principles used in decision-making in health care settings. Legal precedents, statutory guidelines and philosophical underpinnings are presented to provide a variety of frameworks for ethical decision-making and policy analysis.
Course Fee: Course fee $21.
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NUR 521 - Advanced-Practice Roles
Credit(s): 2
This course provides students with the knowledge of advanced-practice nursing roles in the United States and internationally. It includes a history of nurse practitioner role development, ongoing topics relevant to APN nursing and issues related to health promotion and prevention worldwide. Students will analyze competencies, rules and APN regulation, professional responsibilities and health policy as they relate to APN practice.
Course Fee: Course fee $8.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the DeWitt School of Nursing graduate program
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NUR 522 - Evidence-Based Research for the Advanced-Practice Role
Credit(s): 3
This course provides the student with the tools and knowledge to critically appraise the existing research literature and utilize findings in practice. The course builds on research concepts and processes learned in the student’s baccalaureate program. This course explores theoretical foundations, ethical principles, cultural considerations and principles of research in order to enhance the student’s ability to develop an evidence-based practice.
Course Fee: Course fee $8.
Prerequisite(s): Admission to the DeWitt School of Nursing graduate program
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NUR 531 - Advanced Pathophysiology
Credit(s): 3
This course provides students with the understanding of normal physiologic and pathologic mechanisms of disease that serve as the foundation for clinical assessment, decision-making and management.
Course Fee: Course fee $158.
Prerequisite(s): NUR 501 and NUR 502 and NUR 511 and NUR 521 and NUR 522
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