2018-19 Undergraduate Catalog 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
2018-19 Undergraduate Catalog [Archived Catalog]

Courses


 
  
  • BUS 330 - Customer Relationship Management

    (4 credits)
    This course examines customer relationship management (CRM) and its application in marketing, sales, and service. Effective CRM strategies help companies align business process with customer centric strategies using people, technology, and knowledge. Companies strive to use CRM to optimize the identification, acquisition, growth and retention of desired customers to gain competitive advantage and maximize profit. Anyone interested in working with customers and CRM technology and would like to be responsible for the development of any major aspect of CRM will find this course beneficial.

    Prerequisite: Sophomore standing.

  
  • BUS 350 - Topics in International Business

    (3-5 credits; non-yearly, consult department)
    This is an upper-level course that will involve an international trip. Students will observe business principles as practiced in other countries. It will explore concepts from management, marketing, finance, and accounting, as well as economic implications. Tours of businesses in other countries will play a prominent role in this course.

    Note: This course will not meet the NWCore requirements for Cross-Cultural Engagement.

    Prerequisites: Approved application and sophomore standing.

  
  • BUS 360 - Organizational Leadership

    (4 credits)
    This course offers students an extensive examination of leadership in organizations and provides a set of experiences that are designed to enhance self-awareness and capacity for effective leadership. As such, students will explore both how organizations function and leadership and followership choices within organizations. The coursework will allow individuals to begin to develop a vision of their leadership practice within a perspective of how organizations work in God’s world. It will include an overview of issues related to organizational leadership, including the definition of organizations, theories of leadership, characteristics and behaviors of leaders as well as varying contexts under which leaders must perform.

    Prerequisites: Junior standing or permission of instructor.

  
  • BUS 398 - Directed Study


  
  • BUS 400 - Entrepreneurship

    (4 credits)
    This course presents and develops a process to follow in order to successfully navigate entrepreneurship. Students will expand upon their development of a business idea into an entrepreneurial firm and then learn how to manage and grow the firm. It also includes interaction with successful Christian entrepreneurs from a broad spectrum of businesses. Students will learn the theories of entrepreneurship, meet entrepreneurs who will share their journey, and focus on crafting their own business plan.

    Prerequisite: BUS210 and junior class standing.

  
  • BUS 401 - Consumer Behavior

    (4 credits)
    This course explores the cultural, social, personal and psychological factors influencing buyer behavior; buying-decision processes and stages; and learning theory integrated with consumer beliefs and attitudes.

    Prerequisite: BUS200.

  
  • BUS 403SR - Strategic and Ethical Management

    (4 credits)
    This capstone management course is designed to assist students in analyzing and synthesizing the material covered in other courses throughout their studies along with integrating their faith with that of their business education. It focuses on an integrated approach to management decision-making using all of the functional areas of business with an emphasis on strategic thinking.

    Prerequisite: completion of business core and senior class standing.

  
  • BUS 404 - Advanced Corporate Finance

    (4 credits)
    This course is a continuation of Principles of Finance. We will explore topics such as the cost of capital, capital structure and dividend policy, and analyze their significance in long-term financing decisions. We will also examine international aspects of corporate finance and the management of risk with derivative securities.

    Prerequisite: BUS300 or ACC315.

  
  • BUS 406 - Marketing Research

    (4 credits)
    In this course, students learn to identify research needs, select research techniques, design research projects, develop research instruments and understand descriptive statistical methods. The goal is to equip them for reading, interpreting and conducting business research.

    Prerequisites: MAT116QR or MAT117QR, BUS200 and BUS205.

  
  • BUS 415 - International Business

    (4 credits)
    This course is designed to assist students in applying what they have learned in other courses to the international business environment. An emphasis on culture and the interconnections of management functions in global commerce provide an integrated approach to international management decision-making, using all of the functional areas of business.

    Prerequisite: junior or senior class standing.

  
  • BUS 417 - Internship


  
  • BUS 418 - International Internship

    (4 credits may apply toward the major)
    Domestic students (from the United States) are required to complete an internship in a country outside of the United States. This may be done in conjunction with a Semester Study Abroad when available. International students are required to complete an internship in a country that is not their home (passport issuing) country. For international students, this may be completed by working with a business involved in international trade that is located in the United States.

    Prerequisite: approval by department chair.

  
  • BUS 430WIx - Entity Tax and Law

    (4 credits) (Writing intensive)
    This course is a continuation of Individual Income Tax and Business Law. This course will focus on the legal and tax differences between partnerships, LLC’s and the corporate business structure as well as how those differences impact management decision-making. Other topics covered may include federal regulation of business, estate planning and bankruptcy.

    Prerequisites: ACC307 and BUS321 or permission of instructor.

    Cross-Referenced: Cross-referenced in accounting.
  
  • BUS 432 - Small Business Management

    (4 credits)
    This course focuses on current theory and practice relating to starting and continuing management of small and family businesses. As such, it is designed for students contemplating management or ownership of a small business. The course will focus on leadership, decision-making, management, marketing, financial controls and other necessary processes to ensure the successful start-up and long-term health of a small business enterprise. It will include identifying the particularities of small business management, analyzing process and life cycle, focusing on growth, and taking an emphasis on total quality management.

    Prerequisites: ACC216, BUS201 and junior standing.

  
  • BUS 473 - Advanced Derivatives

    (3 credits; alternate years, consult department)
    This is an advanced course in derivative markets. A basic understanding of derivative pricing as would be found in an undergraduate investments text is assumed. Topics will include binomial option pricing, the Black-Scholes-Merton model, Brownian motion and Ito’s Lemma, and interest rate models. Material corresponding to the Society of Actuaries Exam MFE: Actuarial Models and Finance Economics will be covered.

    Prerequisites: MAT116QR or MAT117QR, MAT112QR, MAT211, BUS304 or permission of instructor.

  
  • CEY 210 - Foundations of Practical Theology

    (4 credits)
    This course examines the issues involved in Practical Theology. We begin with the biblical/philosophical/theological foundations of ministry, and move into practical issues such as discipleship, small groups, leadership, administration, dealing with difficult issues and planning activities. The goal is to equip students to begin formulating a vision for ministry as they prepare to enter into leadership positions in churches and other organizations.

  
  • CEY 215 - Spiritual Formation, Discipleship and Youth

    (4 credits)
    This course will help students explore what it means to live a Christian life of faith and discipleship. It will explore the history and practice of the spiritual disciplines in the context of the ministry of the church. The purpose of this exploration is to help students learn how to articulate their own experience of Christian spirituality and faith so they can help lead and guide young people as they are formed into the likeness of Jesus Christ.

  
  • CEY 310 - Leadership Development

    (2 credits; non-yearly, consult department)
    The course focuses on developing a leadership style that facilitates personal and community spiritual development and reflects a biblical understanding of servant leadership. The purpose is to develop a leadership style that empowers others to engage in ministry in the midst of the church and the world.

    Prerequisite: Must be sophomore standing or higher.

  
  • CEY 315 - Philosophy of Adolescent Ministry

    (4 credits; alternate years, consult department)
    An investigation and formulation of a philosophy of ministry to and with adolescents. Various theoretical issues will be examined which will inform and assist students in the development of a philosophy which is biblically grounded, developmentally sensitive, culturally relevant, and theologically contextualized to the world of contemporary adolescence.

    Prerequisite: Junior or senior class standing.

  
  • CEY 320 - Teaching and Learning Strategies

    (4 credits; non-yearly, consult department)
    The purpose of this course is to train students to teach Bible effectively in small group settings. The student is exposed to both the theory and practice of teaching and learning theories. Half the class is devoted to practicum in teaching.

    Prerequisite: CEY210 and REL328WI.

  
  • CEY 330 - Special Topics in CE/YM

    (2 or 4 credits; non-yearly, consult department)
    This course provides an opportunity to focus on different topics in a more specific and in-depth way. The topics will relate to contemporary issues in either Christian education or youth ministry and adolescent studies.

  
  • CEY 335x - Theology and Church Ministry

    (4 credits; alternate years, consult department)
    In this course, students will explore the identity of the church by engaging biblical, historical, cultural, and missional perspectives, grounding the life and ministry of the church in God’s ministry to the world in Jesus Christ. More specifically, this course will focus on the nature and role of youth ministry as an expression of this ministry as students are called to enter into the experiences of young people within contemporary Western culture.

    Prerequisite: REL250.

    Cross-Referenced: Cross-referenced in religion.
  
  • CEY 380 - Narrative and Spiritual Formation

    (2 credits; non-yearly, consult department)
    A study of narrative, both personal and biblical, with the intent of understanding the power and potential of narrative for both learning and spiritual formation across the age span. The course will include both theory of narrative and practical elements of storytelling.

    Prerequisite: junior or senior class standing.

  
  • CEY 398 - Directed Study


  
  • CEY 401 - Integrated Field Experience I

    (2 credits)
    The focus of CEY401 and CEY402 is intentional exposure to various aspects of practical ministry in either Christian education or youth ministry in a local church or para-church organization, for two consecutive semesters. The practical experience must be under supervision of an on-site supervisor and the professor of Christian Education. Weekly seminars for discussion and reflection on ministry and preparation for the writing of a major paper on the philosophy of ministry are conducted on campus.

    Prerequisites: Senior class standing and permission of instructor.

  
  • CEY 402 - Integrated Field Experience II

    (2 credits)
    The focus of CEY401 and CEY402 is intentional exposure to various aspects of practical ministry in either Christian education or youth ministry in a local church or para-church organization, for two consecutive semesters. The practical experience must be under supervision of an on-site supervisor and the professor of Christian Education. Weekly seminars for discussion and reflection on ministry and preparation for the writing of a major paper on the philosophy of ministry are conducted on campus.

    Prerequisites: senior class standing and permission of instructor.

  
  • CEY 417 - Internship

    (2 credits may apply toward the major)
  
  • CHE 101SN - College Chemistry

    (4 credits) (NWCore option under Science and the Natural World)
    This course is an introduction to inorganic chemistry, with an emphasis on the health sciences. It is well suited for students whose programs require one year of chemistry.

    Note: Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory period per week. Open to all students. A fee is associated with this course.

  
  • CHE 102 - College Chemistry

    (4 credits)
    An introductory course in organic and biological chemistry. The content is especially suited to meet the needs of students whose programs require only one year of chemistry.

    Note: Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory period per week. A fee is associated with this course.

    Prerequisite: CHE101SN.

  
  • CHE 105SN - Topics in Chemistry

    (4 credits) (The topic of Forensics is an NWCore option under Science and the Natural World)
    This course offers an introductory level chemical exploration of interdisciplinary scientific, cultural, or theological topics. Possible topics include energy and environment, forensic chemistry, chemistry and art, nanotechnology, and medicinal chemistry.

    Note: A fee is associated with this course.

  
  • CHE 108ASN - General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry

    (4 credits) (NWCore option under Science and the Natural World)


    General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry (GOB) is a one-semester survey of inorganic, organic, and biological principles. Topics include atomic and molecular structure, chemical reactions, organic and biological molecules, solutions, acid-based chemistry, and metabolism. The treatment of topics is predominantly descriptive and the course is recommended for programs that require one semester of chemistry. This course does not count toward a chemistry major or minor, nor does it count toward the biology cognate requirements.

    This course is offered concurrently online and on-campus. The online course includes online lectures and one three-hour laboratory per week; it is only open to RN-BSN students. The on-campus course includes three lecture periods and one three-hour laboratory per week and is open to students who are in a pre-nursing cohort.

    Note: Students with math ACT scores below 19 are strongly encouraged to take Basic Algebra prior to enrolling in this course.

  
  • CHE 108SN - General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry

    (4 credits) (NWCore option under Science and the Natural World)


    General, Organic, and Biological Chemistry (GOB) is a one-semester survey of inorganic, organic, and biological principles. Topics include atomic and molecular structure, chemical reactions, organic and biological molecules, solutions, acid-based chemistry, and metabolism. The treatment of topics is predominantly descriptive and the course is recommended for programs that require one semester of chemistry. This course does not count toward a chemistry major or minor, nor does it count toward the biology cognate requirements.

    This course is offered concurrently online and on-campus. The online course includes online lectures and one three-hour laboratory per week; it is only open to RN-BSN students. The on-campus course includes three lecture periods and one three-hour laboratory per week and is open to students who are in a pre-nursing cohort.

    Note: Students with math ACT scores below 19 are strongly encouraged to take Basic Algebra prior to enrolling in this course.

  
  • CHE 111 - General Chemistry

    (4 credits) (NWCore option under Science and the Natural World)
    An introductory course in chemistry that emphasizes physical and inorganic concepts, problems and calculations. Topics include chemical reactions, stoichiometry, properties of gases, thermochemistry, theories of atomic structure, and chemical bonding. The general chemistry sequence (Chemistry 111 and Chemistry 112) is recommended for students with good math / science preparations who intend to proceed to advanced courses in chemistry, the biological sciences or engineering.

    Note: Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory period per week. A fee is associated with this course.

    Prerequisites: high school chemistry and ACT math score of at least 24 (SAT 570 or above).

  
  • CHE 112 - General Chemistry

    (4 credits)
    A continuation of Chemistry 111. Topics covered include kinetics, thermodynamics, chemical equilibria, acid-base chemistry and nuclear chemistry.

    Note: Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory period per week. A fee is associated with this course.

    Prerequisite: CHE111 or consent of the instructor.

  
  • CHE 211 - Quantitative Analysis

    (4 credits; alternate years, consult department)
    The theory and practice of volumetric and gravimetric analysis, including the use of oxidation-reduction reactions and spectrophotometry.

    Note: Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory period per week. A fee is associated with this course.

    Prerequisite: CHE112 or CHE102 and permission of instructor.

  
  • CHE 315 - Instrumental Analysis

    (4 credits; alternate years, consult department)
    A study of the theory and operation of common laboratory instruments. Topics include: infrared, visible and ultraviolet spectroscopy; atomic absorption and emission spectroscopy; nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy; mass spectrometry; gas and liquid chromatography; electrochemical methods.

    Note: Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory period per week. A fee is associated with this course.

    Prerequisite: CHE211 or permission of instructor.

  
  • CHE 321 - Organic Chemistry

    (4 credits)
    The study of carbon compounds and their functional groups, including nomenclature, synthesis, reactions, structures, mechanisms and spectroscopic analysis.

    Note: Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory period per week. A fee is associated with this course.

    Prerequisites: CHE102 or 112 or permission of instructor.

  
  • CHE 322 - Organic Chemistry

    (4 credits)
    A continuation of the study of carbon compounds and their functional groups, including nomenclature, synthesis, reactions, structures, mechanisms and spectroscopic analysis.

    Note: Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory period per week. A fee is associated with this course.

    Prerequisite: CHE321.

  
  • CHE 326x - Biochemistry: Proteins and Metabolism

    (4 credits)
    A fundamental course surveying biomolecules, catabolism, bioenergetics and biosynthesis.

    Note: Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory period per week. A fee is associated with this course.

    Prerequisites: CHE321 and 322.

    Cross-Referenced: Cross-referenced in biology.
  
  • CHE 398 - Directed Study


  
  • CHE 411 - Advanced Inorganic Chemistry

    (3 credits; alternate years, consult department)
    A study of the chemistry of metals and nonmetals with an emphasis on periodicity, chemical bonding, structure and reaction mechanisms.

    Prerequisite: CHE322.

  
  • CHE 417 - Internship

    (4 credits may apply toward the major)
  
  • CHE 425x - Biology/Chemistry Research Seminar

    (1/4 credit; non-yearly, consult department)
    A weekly research seminar of in- progress studies in chemistry and biology by Northwestern students, faculty and selected invited guests from other institutions. Featuchemistry: Proteins and Metabolism A fundamental course surveying biomolecres presentation, discussion, analysis and critique of original research.

    Note: Course may be repeated. Graded on a pass/no pass basis. Student must attend 90% of the total number of seminars offered during the semester to receive a passing grade.

    Prerequisite: permission of instructor.

  
  • CHE 433WIx - Introductory Physical Chemistry

    (4 credits; alternate years, consult department) (Writing intensive)
    An introductory course in chemical thermodynamics, quantum chemistry and chemical kinetics.

    Note: Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory period per week. A fee is associated with this course.

    Prerequisites: MAT112QR and 211; and CHE112 or PHY212.

    Cross-Referenced: Cross-referenced in physics.
  
  • CHE 436x - Intermediate Physical Chemistry

    (4 credits; alternate years, consult department)
    An intermediate course in chemical thermodynamics, quantum chemistry, and chemical kinetics.

    Note: Three lectures and one three-hour laboratory period per week. A fee is associated with this course.

    Prerequisite: CHE433WIx.

    Cross-Referenced: Cross-referenced in physics.
  
  • CHE 450SR - Science and Christian Faith

    (3 credits)
    Science and Christian Faith is a senior seminar course designed for biology and chemistry majors. The course revisits the three FYS course questions: Who am I? Who are my neighbors? How will we live in the world? Our thoughtful examination of these three questions will draw on knowledge gained from your biology and chemistry courses, but also integrates broadly with your liberal arts education (religion, philosophy, etc.) as we explore questions of origins, creation care, and bioethics and through the lens of Christian faith and theology. The readings, written assignments, oral presentations, and discussions will lead us to consider how God calls us, as scientists and people of faith, to be agents of redemption in our world.

    Prerequisite: senior biology or chemistry major. Junior biology or chemistry majors who cannot take this course during their senior year may request permission from their advisor who will consult with the department chairs to register.

  
  • COM 101x - Mass Media and Society

    (4 credits)
    Examines the historical development, organization and structure of the mass media in contemporary society, as well as related issues and problems. Suggests Christian perspectives on use of and participation in the mass media.

    Cross-Referenced: Cross-referenced in theatre/speech.
  
  • COM 185WI - Media Writing

    (4 credits) (Writing intensive)
    Students learn genres of writing for print and broadcast journalism and video, as well as for public relations and advertising. They learn these genres in relation to each other and in relation to their organizational contexts and audiences. Included are reporting, organizing and writing, as well as basic legal and ethical guidelines for reporters and writers in journalism and PR.

  
  • COM 202 - Video Production

    (2 credits)
    This course introduces students to some of the basic equipment, aesthetic techniques and procedures used in creating short videos. Students will practice these skills through a series of projects, assessing how the techniques could be applied to their unique areas of study.

  
  • COM 210 - Topics in Communications

    (2-4 credits; alternate years, consult department)
    An exploration of an area or genre of communication not adequately covered in the current curriculum. See the professor listed for details about the current topic.

  
  • COM 215 - Practicum in Public Relations

    (1 credit)
    Practical experience in public relations related projects such as publicity, promotions, employee and customer relations, special events, advertising, Web design, corporate research, grant writing, and human resources development and training. Project sites and sponsors may be campus departments and organizations, community businesses, and non-profit organizations.

    Note: Graded on a pass/no pass basis. Course may be repeated.

    Prerequisites: completion of, or enrollment in, any of the following courses: COM230, 261, 263, 315, 332, 355, and ENG288, or permission of instructor.

  
  • COM 217 - Communication Practicum in Print Media

    (1 credit)
    Practical experience working on the campus newspaper, the Beacon, or the college yearbook, the Cornerstone.

    Note: Graded on a pass/no pass basis. Course may be repeated.

    Prerequisite: students must be accepted for membership on one of these publications before signing up for the practicum.

  
  • COM 219 - Communication Practicum in Television Production

    (1 credit)
    Practical experience working with television productions produced for TV-3, the campus cable TV channel.

    Note: Course may be repeated.

    Prerequisite: COM202.

  
  • COM 225 - Media Law and Ethics

    (2 credits)
    This class explores the ethical and legal judgments of media professionals both past and present in an attempt to reveal the process by which important communications decisions are made. By exploring the successes and failures of others, students will learn to hone their own decision-making skills. They will also learn how the law affects their field and ultimately the decision-making processes of members of the media. Finally, this course will show students there is no such thing as a universal ethic and that their own principles will not always agree with the principles of others. Students will come to understand the differences between secular ethical considerations and their own Christian values.

    Prerequisite: COM101.

  
  • COM 230 - Principles of Public Relations

    (3 credits; alternate years, consult department)
    Introduction to the field of public relations. Its focus is on public relations theory and practice with an emphasis on emerging trends. This course is offered as an overview covering public relations history, theories, strategies and tactics.

  
  • COM 261 - Feature Writing

    (2 credits; non-yearly, consult department)
    Study of interviewing practices, research methods, organization, and interest-gathering techniques necessary for writing longer articles, profiles, columns and consumer affairs writing.

    Prerequisite: COM185WI or permission of instructor.

  
  • COM 263 - Layout and Design

    (3 credits)
    Covers basic principles of design as they apply to a wide variety of publications. Emphasis on selecting type, art and graphics appropriate to subject matter, purpose and audience.

  
  • COM 310 - Advanced Topics in Communications

    (2-4 credits; alternate years, consult department)
    This course is designed to be an upper- level course providing in-depth and additional knowledge and/or skill in specific discipline areas that are not well covered in the current curriculum. Topics will vary according to students’ interests and needs, changes and developments in the communication discipline and practice, and faculty skills and interest. Potential topics may include additional instruction in advertising, public relations, magazine writing, advanced news writing and editing, advanced video editing, digital video directing, and international and intercultural communication.

    Prerequisites: to be determined by department.

  
  • COM 315 - Writing and Design for the Web

    (3 credits; non-yearly, consult department)
    Study of writing and design for a Web environment. Students will analyze Internet sites and design sites of their own, using a standard program for Web design.

    Prerequisites: any of the following: COM263, ART220, ART230, or permission of instructor.

  
  • COM 330 - Multiplatform Communications

    (4 credits, non-yearly, consult department)
    Communication platforms are converging, and modern communicators must be capable of telling stories in a variety of ways. This course explores multiplatform storytelling and enables students to translate content from traditional print media forms to digital platforms. Students will learn to create appropriate content for websites, blogs, social media platforms and tablet devices. They will also learn to make decisions about which platforms are most appropriate for the telling of various story types.

    Prerequisite: ART220 or COM263.

  
  • COM 332 - Advertising Campaigns

    (3 credits; alternate years, consult department)
    The primary objectives of this course are knowledge integration and skills application. By conceiving, researching, creating, executing, and evaluating a comprehensive advertising communication plan that incorporates research, creative, media, and promotions, students will understand how various components work together to provide a client with a cohesive campaign that communicates their message. Students will give a formal oral presentation to their client that includes a usable campaign and all the creative materials needed to execute the campaign.

  
  • COM 340 - News Writing and Editing

    (4 credits, non-yearly, consult department)
    Principles of clear and forceful journalistic writing. Includes fact gathering, story planning, lead and head writing. Attention to editing for improved copy, headline writing, and selection of photographs and art work.

    Prerequisite: COM185WI or permission of instructor.

  
  • COM 355 - Organizational Communication

    (4 credits; alternate years)
    Examination of the role of communication within and between organizations. Attention to communication tasks within an organization such as news releases, memo writing, conducting meetings, and communicating to an organization’s constituencies.

  
  • COM 365x - Acting for the Camera

    (3 credits; alternate years, consult department)
    Study and practice of acting skills and techniques in front of cameras using scenes from television, film, commercials and industrial scripts. Course also includes sections on audition techniques and the business of acting.

    Prerequisite: THE215, COM202 or permission of instructor.

    Cross-Referenced: Cross-referenced in theatre/ speech.
  
  • COM 398 - Directed Study


  
  • COM 400 - Advanced Journalism

    (3 credits, non-yearly, consult department)
    Theory and practice of writing and reporting for, as well as leading, community newspapers–weeklies and smaller dailies. Topics include investigating local government, reporting on meetings, reporting on religion, developing local sources of information, understanding the roles of the newspaper within the community, forming relationships of trust with sources and readers, and dealing with common ethical issues.

  
  • COM 415SR - Advanced Public Relations: Strategy and Implementation

    (4 credits)
    This course is designed to further define the ethical practice of public relations, to reflect on the student’s study of communications and the NWCore, to examine the student’s role in the vocation of public relations, to provide experience in the research, design, presentation, and evaluation of a commuications campaign for a client, and to examine individual and corporate responsibility to the greater world. There is considerable emphasis on writing and speaking.

    Prerequisites: COM185WI and COM230, COM263 or permission of instructor.

  
  • COM 417 - Internship

    (4 credits may apply toward the major)
    Experience in an approved internship.

  
  • CSC 120 - Business Data Analysis using Spreadsheets

    (2 credits)
    This course teaches students to use spreadsheets to organize, calculate, analyze, and report on business data. Topics include using built-in statistical, logical, lookup, and financial functions, writing custom formulas and conditional formulas, using built-in data analysis tools, presenting information with charts and graphs, creating Pivot Tables and Pivot Charts, exporting and importing data to and from other applications, sharing data on the World Wide Web, and using macros to automate tasks. The course will culminate by developing key perform ace indicators (KPIs) and dashboards.

  
  • CSC 130 - Business Data Management using Databases

    (2 credits)
    The course teaches students to use relational databases to organize, query, analyze, and report on business data. Topics include the relational database model, creating database tables and setting appropriate table options, querying tables to gain insight into data, aggregating and summarizing queries, and creating reports to professionally present and visualize data. Importing and exporting data, sharing data over the Internet, and automating tasks using macros will also be covered.

  
  • CSC 151 - Office Application Programming

    (2 credits)
    This course focuses on the customization and programmability of commonly used business applications. The main topics covered will include writing macros, controlling spreadsheets, databases and other business applications using scripts and short programs, and customizing applications to fit specific business needs.

    Prerequisite: CSC102 or permission of instructor.

    When Offered: Alternate Years
  
  • CSC 171QR - Computer Science I

    (4 credits) (NWCore option under Quantitative Reasoning)
    This is the first in a two-semester sequence of courses that introduces students to fundamental aspects of the field of computing; focusing on problem-solving, software design concepts and their realization as computer programs. Topics include procedural abstraction, control structures, iteration, data types and their representation. An introduction to a high-level language, for the purpose of gaining mastery of these principles, will be provided in lectures and hands-on laboratory experiences.

    Prerequisite: C- or better in MAT090, an ACT math score of 20 or above (SAT 510 or above), or a passing score on the MAT090 placement exam.

  
  • CSC 172WI - Computer Science II

    (4 credits) (Writing intensive)
    This course moves students into the domain of software design, introducing principles that are necessary for solving large problems. Here, the classical software design process serves as a basis for treating such topics as abstract data types, specifications, complexity analysis and file organization. Basic data structures and transformations are introduced as representative of the fundamental tools that are used to aid in this process. A high-level language will be used for the purpose of gaining mastery of these principles through lectures and independent hands-on laboratory experiences.

    Prerequisite: CSC171QR.

  
  • CSC 200 - Principles of Computer Information Systems

    (2 credits; alternate years, consult department)
    This course outlines the concepts of computer information systems, data as a resource, information technology planning and implementation, and project management. Topics covered include decision theory, information theory, the role of information technology in an organization, evaluation of system performance, the development process, and societal and ethical issues related to information systems design and use.

  
  • CSC 210 - Accounting Information Systems

    (2 credits)
    This course explores the concepts of information systems support for accounting applications. AIS introduces conceptual data modeling, transaction processing systems, enterprise resource planning systems, business processes, documentation, computer security, internal control systems and cyper ethics from an accountant’s perspective.

    Prerequisites: ACC215 and CSC102, or permission of instructor.

  
  • CSC 270 - Computer Organization

    (4 credits; alternate years, consult department)
    This course explores architecture and computer design issues in modern computers. Part of the course is spent looking at the basic building blocks used to design and build a computer. The rest of the course deals with how to work with the computer at the level of the central processing unit, main memory and registers. Programming assignments are done in assembly language to see what commands the computer really understands.

    Corequisite: CSC172WI.

  
  • CSC 280 - Enterprise Architecture

    (2 credits; alternate years, consult department)
    Enterprise Architecture investigates the organizational aspects of enterprise information and communication technology acquisition, implementation and maintenance. This course examines technology infrastructure in an organizational context. Students will evaluate technological frameworks and strategies for managing systems for data, information and content. Middleware, legacy systems, total cost of ownership, technology investment analysis, and emerging technologies will be explored. Students will understand how risk management, audit, compliance and security strategies are used. Students also practice communicating technology topics to both IT and non-IT audiences.

    Prerequisites: CSC171QR and 172WI.

  
  • CSC 291 - Database Management Systems

    (4 credits; alternate years, consult department)
    This course examines database concepts, theory, design and management. Emphasis will be on the relational model. Topics will also include normalization, query languages, database recovery and security aspects. This course will include experience with a relational database system and programming database access into computer applications via a high-level programming language.

    Prerequisite: CSC171QR.

  
  • CSC 300 - Electronic Commerce Development

    (4 credits; alternate years, consult department)
    This course provides an introduction to electronic commerce strategy and the development and architecture of electronic business solutions and their components. Topics covered include the business models and economics associated with e-commerce, system design and implementation, building a Web interface for e- commerce, reliability, security concerns, and legal and ethical issues.

    Prerequisite: CSC172WI.

  
  • CSC 321 - Human-Computer Interaction

    (4 credits; alternate years, consult department)
    Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) focuses on how a user interacts with and interprets the interface of a program. A good interface can make an average program seem better than it is, and a poor interface can ruin a technically superior piece of software. This course will include theory and case studies in lecture and practical programming exercises in lab. A final project will combine theory with programming by designing, implementing, testing and evaluating a complete interface to an application.

    Prerequisite: CSC172WI.

  
  • CSC 351 - Data Structures

    (4 credits; alternate years, consult department)
    This course deals with data structures and their algorithms. Emphasis is given to good data abstraction and efficiency. The data structures covered include arrays, linked lists, trees, graphs and strings. Other topics covered may include design patterns, analysis of algorithms, and complexity classes. Programming is done in an object-oriented language.

    Prerequisite: CSC172WI.

  
  • CSC 361 - Networking

    (4 credits; alternate years, consult department)
    This course introduces the student to the field of computer networking. Students will develop an understanding of the general principles of computer communication as they are worked out in an appropriate protocol suite. Specific attention will be paid to principles of architecture, layering, multiplexing, addressing and address mapping, routing and naming. Problems considered include the writing of network software, the physical construction of networks, the Internet and its future development, and network security.

    Prerequisite: CSC172WI.

  
  • CSC 371 - Operating Systems

    (4 credits; alternate years, consult department)
    Introduction to hardware and software related to system organization. Such topics as process management, device management, and memory management are discussed, as are relevant issues associated with security and protection.

    Prerequisite: CSC270.

  
  • CSC 381 - Programming Languages

    (4 credits; alternate years, consult department)
    This course discusses programming languages from a general viewpoint-what are the properties of all successful programming languages? Also discussed are various programming paradigms: iterative programming, object-oriented programming, functional programming, logic programming, concurrent programming, etc. Programming may be done all in one language (emulate other paradigms), in a few select languages (one for each paradigm), or in a large variety of languages.

    Prerequisites: CSC270 and 351.

  
  • CSC 398 - Directed Study


  
  • CSC 417 - Internship

    (2 credits may apply toward the major)
  
  • CSC 420 - Special Topics

    (3 or 4 credits; alternate years, consult department)
    This course is for upper-level computer science majors to cover current topics in computer science. Possible topics for this course include computer graphics, compiler construction, parallel processing, high-performance computing, and artificial intelligence.

    Prerequisite: junior or senior class standing or permission of instructor.

  
  • CSC 450 - Value Issues in Computing

    (2 credits)
    This course focuses on a range of social and ethical issues involved in computer science and computer use. Computer professionals have to face these issues and deal with them in a responsible way. Some issues discussed in the course include ethical decision making, software piracy, software protection, computer crime, privacy, errors and reliability, computers and the workplace, responsibility and reliability, artificial intelligence, and virtual reality.

  
  • CSC 470 - Senior Project

    (2 credits)
    This course gives the student an opportunity to branch off into an area of their own selection. The student must obtain approval of a project proposal from a member of the department before registering for this course. The project will require planning, design, and implementation of a computer application in such a way as to integrate the material from computer science courses and courses outside computer science. Students with career concentrations or minors are encouraged to make use of materials from their other subject areas.

  
  • ECE 305 - Child Observation and Assessment

    (4 credits)
    In this course, participants will learn how to implement a system of ongoing child assessment that is systematic, comprehensive and feasible in order to make sure that children make the progress necessary to be ready for kindergarten. Participants will first understand the importance of and strategies for planning and preparing for an effective system of ongoing child assessment. Participants will learn about and practice using four methods of effective ongoing assessment to inform their teaching and improve children’s learning. This course will also provide information and implementation opportunities for individualizing ongoing assessment strategies for children who are dual language learners and children with special needs.

    Prerequisite: Admission into the Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood program.

  
  • ECE 310 - Resilience and Wellness

    (4 credits)
    The purpose of this course is to teach you how to be a resilient educator. Resilience is the ability to survive and thrive. It is not only about your ability to positively adapt in the face of adverse or challenging circumstances (that is, survive), but it is also about learning the positive skills, strategies, and routines that enable you to live a happy, fulfilling, and successful life (in other words, thrive). This course will help give you the permission to take care of yourself in order to optimize your effectiveness as an early childhood educator. This captures the notion of teaching from the inside out - a phrase that highlights the importance of promoting core resilience skills, strategies, and routines among early childhood educators. In turn, resilient educators are more capable of creating and maintaining nurturing, supportive, and effective learning environments while optimizing their own well-being and love of the profession.

    Prerequisite: Admission into the Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood program.

  
  • ECE 320 - Positive Behavioral Support for Young Children

    (4 credits)
    This course utilizes evidence-based strategies for promoting social and emotional development and preventing and addressing challenging behaviors in preschool-aged children. Through course readings, discussions, activities, and related experiences, participants will learn about a variety of these research-based practices.

    Prerequisite: Admission into the Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood program.

  
  • ECE 330 - Supporting Language and Literacy Development in Preschool

    (4 credits)
    This course is designed with two key learning objectives in mind. First, this course will increase learners’ knowledge about how children’s language and literacy skills develop between ages 3 to 5 and the ways in which these skills lay a foundation for later reading success. Second, learners will be introduced to key practices that promote explicit and systematic instruction. Learners will also participate in field-based assignments where they apply this learning in their own settings.

    Prerequisite: Admission into the Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood program.

  
  • ECE 400 - Supporting Dual Language Learners

    (4 credits)
    This course focuses on the language, reading, writing, and communication development of children who are dual language learners (DLLs), ages birth-to-five years. Connections are made between assessment and instruction that promote early language and literacy learning for children who are DLLs. Emphasis throughout the course is placed on fostering language and literacy learning by building on the family and community connections of young children who are DLLs.

    Prerequisite: Admission into the Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood program.

  
  • ECE 420 - Engaging Interactions and Environments

    (4 credits)
    This course will increase learners’ skill in creating effective classroom environments and interactions by providing rich opportunities to learn about and see examples from other classrooms. Learners will also complete field-based assignments where they apply this learning in their own settings and receive feedback focused on ensuring they can enact the practices they are learning about.

    Prerequisite: Admission into the Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood program.

  
  • ECE 425WI - Children’s Health and Well Being

    (4 credits) (Writing intensive)
    This course explores topics related to health and well-being and focuses on teaching practices, classroom activities, partnerships with families, and program policies to ensure that all children are healthy and ready to learn.

    Prerequisite: Admission into the Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood program.

  
  • ECE 430 - Learning with Digital Media in Early Childhood

    (4 credits)
    Although infants and very young children do not learn from digital media such as television and media, there is evidence that preschool-aged children can. Young children can learn basic literacy skills, mathematics skills, and develop interest in science from engaging with digital media. Instructional practices can enhance learning from media. Specifically, young children’s learning is enhanced when adults co-view or co-engage with young children in ways that foster sustained attention to aspects of media that are intended to promote learning.

    Prerequisite: Admission into the Bachelor of Arts in Early Childhood program.

  
  • ECO 101SS - Survey of Economics

    (4 credits) (NWCore option under Self and Society)
    This is an introductory course in economics which will cover both microeconomics and macroeconomics concepts in light of current economic issues. The course will explore economic institutions, how they came to be, how they have changed over time, and how the government modifies them. This course will also provide an introduction to the history of economic thought.

    Note: The course is not intended for business or economics majors.

  
  • ECO 213 - Principles of Microeconomics

    (4 credits)
    Microeconomics deals with price determination and how the price system functions. Supply and demand, output, competition, monopoly, resource pricing, international trade and finance will be studied.

  
  • ECO 214 - Principles of Macroeconomics

    (4 credits)
    Macroeconomics concerns itself with economic aggregates such as inflation, unemployment, recessions, national debt, and international trades. Macroeconomic models will be introduced. These models will be used to understand the application of monetary and fiscal policy.

    Prerequisite: ECO213.

 

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