Fall Undergraduate Courses — 2012
For CRN's see: Fall 2012 Schedule
Accounting
Principles of Accounting
ACCT1010 T 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22467
Brian LaHair
Provides a basic understanding of financial accounting. Students will gain an understanding of accounting principles and procedures. The valuation of assets and liabilities as well as recognition of income and expenses will be examined. Through this study the student will be able to communicate the financial position of the organization.
Art
Beginning Drawing
ART1010 T 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22665
Lynne Johnson
Introduces students to basic drawing concepts such as: line, volume, shape, perspective, value and composition. There will be a strong emphasis on observational methods to learn these basic concepts. Requires no previous experience. Students will be responsible for purchasing their own supplies.
Introduction to Photography
ART1030 T 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22265
Rachel Loischild
Introduces students to the medium of photography as an art form and means of communication. The zone system, camera functions, composition and printing are covered in detail. Class discussion on contemporary and historical views of photography are encouraged. In this studio/laboratory course, students are in the darkroom developing black and white film and printing archival fiberbase silver prints. By course completion, students produce a fine small portfolio of prints. Must have 35 mm camera capable of manual settings. Materials Fee: $50.00.
Techniques of Ceramics
ART1080 T 0330p-0630p
Section: 1
CRN: 22279
Linda Freedman
Traditional and experimental ceramic techniques will be explored. Design quality will be emphasized in the production of functional, scuptural, and architectural ceramic pieces. Individual problem solving will be stressed. Materials fee: $60.00 payable to Craft Studio on first night of class.
Clay and Fiber
ART1140 T 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22278
Linda Freedman
Explores the historical, traditional and contemporary artistic applications of these two plastic mediums. Students will gain a working knowledge of traditional and experimental ceramic and fiber techniques. Design quality will be stressed throughout as a fundamental aspect of good craftsmanship. Students will gain an understanding of the artistic heritage inherent in crafts of the past and present. Materials fee: $60.00 payable to Craft Studio on first night of class.
Introduction to Digital Photography
ART1160 R 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22266
Rachel Loischild
Designed to work artistically within a computer-mediated environment, this course is intended as a venue for discussing the history, current practices and social value of technology-based creativity in the field of photography. You will learn to use the digital camera, Adobe Photoshop, scanners and printers to complete the digital workflow. Students must have a digital camera and a digital SLR is strongly suggested. Materials fee:$100.00.
African, Oceanic and Native American Art
ART1670 R 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22680
Jean Borgatti
Focuses on the Art of the Yoruba of Southwestern Nigeria, the Northwest Coast Native Americans, and the Asmat, Abelam, and Highland Peoples of New Guinea, and considers the art forms, cultural settings, and the articulation of their distinctive ways of looking at the world. Students will be expected to make aesthetic and stylistic judgments concerning selected original material.
The Meaning of Art: Visual Language
ART1710 R 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22666
Lynne Johnson
For those who want to focus on developing their personal response to the world of ideas and experiences, this is a concentrated study of the role various elements play in the meaning of a work of art. Through examination of artists' works we will discover how the language of color, line, shape, value and composition, as well as media choice, function in the meaning of the works. Students will be led to greater expressive ability, using a variety of media, in creating works in response to concepts from science, economics or psychology, in addition to a musical piece, poetry or a work of prose. Media will include drawing, collage, water media in works of one or several parts. Previous experience in design, drawing, or painting is suggested.
African American Art
ART1760 T 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22697
Jean Borgatti
We will examine the distinctive paths taken by artists of African descent in the Americas-some like Henry Ossawa Tanner, trained in the Western tradition and others, like the the Santeria practitioners of Cuba or the basket makers of the Sea Islands who worked with received or reinvented African tradtions. A consideration of the arts developing out of the cultures represented by Afro-descendants and that drew directly on African sources will precede an overview of Black American artists from Henry Ossawa Tanner and Edmonia Lewis to Willie Cole and Alison Saar who have worked within mainstream styles and methods of practice, often employing these to express the concerns of the Black community and its history. Intertwined in our discussions will be the recognition of how Africa has been a part of African American art at different times during the last two hundred years.
Photography Projects
ART2000 T 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22282
Stephen DiRado
An advanced photography course for the individual who has made a commitment to the medium. Students will self-design a semester long project, and can explore one of many themes including: journalism, landscape, architecture, portraits, still life, personal images and alternative processes. This course is based on weekly critiques that are designed to encourage and stimulate students to develop a personal style. The goal for the semester is to conclude with a comprehensive portfolio. Some class meetings will be held off campus. Prerequisite: Introductory and Intermediate Photography. Materials fee: $100.00.
Intermediate Photography Projects
ART2100 T 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22283
Stephen DiRado
An advanced photography course for the individual who has made a commitment to the medium. Students will self-design a semester long project, and can explore one of many themes including: journalism, landscape, architecture, portraits, still life, personal images and alternative processes. This course is based on weekly critiques that are designed to encourage and stimulate students to develop a personal style. The goal for the semester is to conclude with a comprehensive portfolio. Some class meetings will be held off campus. Prerequisite: Photography Projects. Materials fee: $100.00.
Advanced Photography Projects
ART2200 T 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22284
Stephen DiRado
An advanced photography course for the individual who has made a commitment to the medium. Students will self-design a semester long project, and can explore one of many themes including: journalism, landscape, architecture, portraits, still life, personal images and alternative processes. This course is based on weekly critiques that are designed to encourage and stimulate students to develop a personal style. The goal for the semester is to conclude with a comprehensive portfolio. Some class meetings will be held off campus. Prerequisite: Intermediate Photography Projects. Materials fee: $100.00.
American Sign Language
Beginning American Sign Language I
ASL1010 W 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22268
John Dunn
An introduction to American Sign Language (ASL), including grammar, basic vocabulary, manual alphabets/numbers, and visual gestural communication. ASL written code will also be covered.
Beginning American Sign Language III
ASL1030 R 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22269
John Dunn
A continuation of ASL II, this course will focus on further development of visual-spatial orientation and manipulation skills, sign vocabulary and complex sentence structures. Students will continue to work on strategies for opening, sustaining and closing general conversations on a range of topics. They will also further develop the ability to question, narrate and give increasingly detailed descriptions of activities, interactions, plans and directions. Prerequisite: American Sign Language II.
Criminal Justice
The American Criminal Justice System
CJ1220 W 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22276
Gregory White
Explores the criminal justice system through the eyes of the individual participants. Students explore the different stages within the system from investigation and arrest through trial, sentencing and corrections. Guest speakers representing many of the agencies involved in the criminal justice process will offer the class a first-hand look into the realities of their positions, as well as their opinions about the overall effectiveness of the system. Students will also tour a local police department and lock-up.
Drugs and Crime in Society
CJ1240 T 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22267
Timothy O'Connor
A law enforcement prospective of how drugs are impacting our lives. All forms of drug abuse and the cost it inflicts on society will be examined. The War on Drugs will be reviewed including the latest developments and the Massachusetts General Laws Chapter 94C Narcotics Law.
Organized Crime
CJ1990 R 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22281
Edward Karcasinas
From Capone to Bulger and beyond we will cover the history and development of organized crime as it has evolved throughout the world. We will examine law enforcements efforts at preventing and controlling organized crime. We will trace the growth of organized crime as well as how it has adapted to encompass the use of technology and other state of the art measures to enhance smuggling and other activities in their efforts to compromise law enforcement and governments.
Crime and Deviance
CJ2000 W 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22308
Augustine Aryee
Examines and debates definitions of crime and deviance, studying: street, corporate, organized and political crime; drug use; mental illness; crimes by and against women; and other forms of crime and deviance. Also explored are the social, political and economic conditions that lead to crime and deviance and the social response to them.
Forensic Science
CJ2050 M 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22675
David Grady
What is forensic science? Is it really what we see on CSI and other similar shows? We will answer these questions as well as examine the major issues surrounding forensic science, its capabilities as well as its weaknesses. We will combine the technical aspects of several of the individual disciplines within forensic science with the major current issues pertaining to each particular discipline. We will look closely at the National Academy of Science's (NAS) publication Strengthening Forensic Science in the United States- A Path Forward which will have a tremendous impact on the future of forensic science. You won't be a forensic scientist when the course is over but you will be well educated and knowledgeable about the basics of forensic sciences and be able to judge for yourself the credibility of the science used in crime scene investigation.
Children in Crisis
CJ2080 R 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22285
Donald Moran
Explores the sensitive issues surrounding the increasing number of abused children in contemporary American culture. The biological, psychological and sociological factors affecting child abuse are used as the broad conceptual framework for prevention, identification and treatment. Focuses on the etiology of child abuse as well as treatment and the law.
Criminal Mind
CJ2250 M 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22280
Donald Moran
We will explore the profiles of the criminal personality in all of its ramifications, offering fresh perceptions into crimes in the spotlight today, from rape and domestic violence to the serial and charismatic killers. Who are these criminals and how and why do they act differently from responsible citizens? We will study the violent crime scene analysis and the key to understanding and catching violent criminals. Particular attention will be paid to the principles behind the defense of insanity as well as whether or not the defense of diminished capacity either excuses or diminishes the guilt of one who is charged with a serious crime.
Effective Speaking and Presenting
COMM1210 T 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22271
Martin Richman
Prepares participants for the challenges of effectively speaking to groups and individuals, including culturally diverse audiences. We examine the various types of speaking situations that participants are involved with on a regular basis.
Introduction to Advertising
COMM1340 M 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22277
John Mitchell
Analysis and implementation of basic advertising principles. Reading, class discussion, research and in-class workshops are required.
Graphic Design for the Web
COMM1350 W 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22388
Jacquelyn Pratt
Introduces the many aspects of graphic design for use on the Internet through the use of Adobe Photoshop and other graphic software tools. Techniques for graphics creation, animation and file conversion are covered. Understanding of HTML and basic use of IBM compatible computers is a requirement. Prerequisite: Internet Web Design and Implementation or permission.
Principles of Management
COMM1530 T 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22465
Paul Coute
Introduces the fundamental managerial of functions planning, organizing, lending and controlling. Through an examination of the major motivational theories of management, we will work to increase our awareness of the personal skills required to be a manager and learn to apply managerial planning, and organizing processes as well as design a control system to measure results.
Melting Pot or Salad Bowl: A Film Exploration of Multicultural America
COMM1550 M 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22652
Nancye Araneo
People all over the world base their opinions of the United States on what they see in American films. What do Hollywood movies say about the culture of the United States? Are they an accurate portrayal of the country and its culture? This course will examine the history and culture of the United States as presented in film.
Introduction to Management Information Systems
COMM1770 M 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22661
Dennis Wadsworth
Introduces computers and information technology as a resource for management. This course is designed to provide a basic understanding of information terminology and a conceptual foundation of information systems for management, society and individuals.
Organizational Behavior
COMM2020 R 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22662
Joseph Lambert
In this course we will focus on the common daily challenges facing individuals within the work place environment. Understanding these different behaviors and concepts found within the complex and diverse work environment is a critical component for survival and success in the modern organization. The specific topics of organizational structure, culture, change, motivation, group dynamics, leadership and interpersonal communication will all be addressed. The objective of this course is to give the student a better overall grasp of the organizational structure and the primary factors driving the managerial decision makers within it.
Topics in Journalism
COMM2310 T 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22359
Barry Gartell
Offers students an expanded look at various kinds of stories that appear in newspapers, including hard news, features, columns, analysis and reviews. Focus this semester will be on news of the world.
Negotiation, Mediation and Conflict Management
COMM2360 R 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22289
Jaclyn Greenhalgh
Students develop and improve conflict management skills and how to utilize those skills in managing conflicts that arise in personal and professional situations. Students will have an opportunity to explore alternative models and methods of resolving disputes.
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
COMM2840 R 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22776
Louise Eichman
Computer Science
Introduction to Computing
CSCI1010 R 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22413
Paul Coute
Introduces computer hardware systems and software applications. This is a hands-on course that teaches the MS operating system and an introductory to intermediate level of the Microsoft Office Suite application: Word (word processing), Excel (spreadsheets), PowerPoint (presentations) and Access (database). Skills learned are directly usable in the workplace and other coursework. No prior computer experience is necessary.
Graphic Design for the Web
CSCI1350 W 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22387
Jacquelyn Pratt
Introduces the many aspects of graphic design for use on the Internet through the use of Adobe Photoshop and other graphic software tools. Techniques for graphics creation, animation and file conversion are covered. Understanding of HTML and basic use of IBM compatible computers is a requirement. Prerequisite: Internet Web Design and Implementation or permission of instructor.
Introduction to Management Information Systems
CSCI1770 M 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22660
Dennis Wadsworth
Introduces computers and information technology as a resource for management. This course is designed to provide a basic understanding of information terminology and a conceptual foundation of information systems for management, society and individuals.
An Introduction to C++
CSCI2080 M 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22275
Honglei Zhu
Introduces C++ programming language. Topics include input/output operations, control structures, arithmetic operations, arrays, pointers, string, classes and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to design, code, test and debug C++ language programs. Microsoft Visual C++ is available in the lab.
Computer Forensics
CSCI2270 W 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22683
Germinal Isern
Presents methods to properly conduct a computer forensics investigation, beginning with a discussion of ethics while mapping to the objectives of the International Association of Computer Investigative Specailists (IACIS) certification. Students should have a working knowledge of hardware and operating systems to maximize their success on projects and exercises.
Economics
Economics and the World Economy
ECON1010 T 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22674
Alejandro Montero
The last few years have proven to all of us that what happens in one nation's economy can have major impact- good or bad- on the economies of another nation. How and why this happens is important for us to understand. Comparisons across countries provide a deeper understanding of business cycles, unemployment, monetary policy, economic growth, currencies and fiscal policy This course, an introduction to international economic interactions and the macroeconomic analysis of economies, develops basic economic concepts including market analysis, trade, and demand and supply in the macroeconomy. These economic concepts provide tools to analyze current issues such as economic stability, debt crises and policies towards trade.
Principles of Economics
ECON1011 M 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22673
Daniel Martin
This course is an introduction to the analysis of the economy using economic models. The first part of the course studies microeconomics - how individual actors in the economy, both consumers and producers, make economic decisions. The course then examines the implications of those microeconomic decisions for social welfare. Finally, in the last part of the class we will discuss issues of economic growth, business cycles, unemployment, and inflation that form the core of macroeconomics. Building on the basic principles of economics, we develop a framework for understanding the role of monetary and fiscal policies in affecting the economy.
Microeconomics
ECON2051 W 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22325
Abir Bukhatwa
Describes and analyzes how a market-oriented economy functions in answering basic economic concerns. Interspersed with theory, the course focuses on particular examples that demonstrate the use of microeconomics to solve problems faced by decision makers in both the private and public sectors.
Macroeconomics
ECON2052 M 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22326
Luchao Zhang
Focuses on the forces that affect overall performance of the economy, studying the determinants of economic activity and measures of economic performance. In addition, students explore specific current economic problems facing the United States, public policies instituted to deal with problems and repercussions of some of these policies on world economics.
Introduction to International Trade
ECON2070 W 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22667
Gbetonmasse Somasse
Why and what do countries trade? Do they benefit from trade? What are tariffs and quotas? Within the framework for the study of international trade that this course will provide, we will examine various trade theories (Ricardian, Heckscher-Ohlin, etc.), welfare implications of trade policies, global trading arrangements (including GATT & WTO) and other issues pertinent to international trade. Prerequisite:Principles of Economics
English
Introduction to Composition
ENG1000 R 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22672
Jennifer Plante
Focuses on the writing process: prewriting, writing and rewriting. Discussion and writing activities will include all steps of the writing process beginning with developing ideas and carried through organizing, writing and editing. Students will experiment with different techniques and learn to adapt to different college writing situations.
Children's Literature
ENG1670 W 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22294
Joan Burkhardt
No doubt everyone has a children's book they remember loving or having a particular impact. When books appeal to a child's interests in natural, interesting ways, they develop a relationship with literature that will last a lifetime. Students will learn how to recognize best literature for children, compile a children's literature book summary, participate in discussions of the genre, and create an original example of literature for children.
Mythologies
ENG2050 T 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22270
Louis Bastien
The purpose of this course is to expose students to various systems of myth from a number of global cultures. We will examine both the similarities and differences of the myths and consider why this is so. In addition, we also will examine the idea of mythic thinking, or consciousness, and why such forms of thought and image are deemed necessary for the psychological and moral health of the cultures in which they form an inherent, and crucial part.
Topics in Journalism
ENG2310 T 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22360
Barry Gartell
Offers students an expanded look at various kinds of stories that appear in newspapers, including hard news, features, columns, analysis and reviews. Focus this semester will be on coverage of foreign policy.
Modern Monsters: The Serial Killer in Literature and Film
ENG2420 M 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22287
Jennifer Plante
The genre of serial killer fiction is a direct descendent of Gothic fiction, with the serial killers as updated models of Gothic villains. Like their Gothic predecessors, fictional serial killers are mythologized, folkorized and, in some cases, supernaturalized. Beginning with Psycho, students will critically analyze serial killer fiction novels and films of the mid-20th century to the present while investigating the following themes: American notions and expressions of individuality; the sociopolitical climate in which the serial killer is defined and the ways in which the narratives criticize this climate; changing notions of gender roles and anxieties therein; sexual anxieties; the expressions of cultural desires; and how myth informs the serial killer narratives. Prerequisite: VE fulfilled.
Voices of Protest
ENG2590 T 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22684
Peggy Kocoras
"We the People" have lived up to our responsibilities per the U.S. Constitution's Preamble to "establish Justice,...promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity." When we feel these goals are being threatened, we protest. This course will focus on people who have protested and have helped start grassroots movements. This study will help us understand how pertinent legal, social, and economic policies have been shaped and influenced by common people, and how current perceived injustices might be approached.
Environmental Studies
Sustainability and the Sacred
ES1970 M 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22688
Rachael Shea
Our current culture is fast-paced, busy and isolating. Yet, there are people, whom we call indigenous, who live in rhythm with nature, who recognize the interconnectedness of all life-the sacred. While the rest of the world invests in new technologies to ensure the sustainability of human existence on the planet, many of the indigenous peoples continue to be living examples pointing to an ancient technology: connection to the Sacred or Divine or Nature or the Great Mystery. During this course we will move from recognizing the complexity of our society into the experiences of the simplicity-this is the voice of sustainability, the voice of the sacred. Please be advised that some class meeting will take place outdoors.
Film
Melting Pot or Salad Bowl: A Film Exploration of Multicultural America
FILM1550 M 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22653
Nancye Araneo
People all over the world base their opinions of the United States on what they see in American films. What do Hollywood movies say about the culture of the United States? Are they an accurate portrayal of the country and its culture? This course will examine the history and culture of the United States as presented in film.
Modern Monsters: The Serial Killer in Literature and Film
FILM2420 M 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22288
Jennifer Plante
The genre of serial killer fiction is a direct descendent of Gothic fiction, with the serial killers as updated models of Gothic villains. Like their Gothic predecessors, fictional serial killers are mythologized, folkorized and, in some cases, supernaturalized. Beginning with Psycho, students will critically analyze serial killer fiction novels and films of the mid-20th century to the present while investigating the following themes: American notions and expressions of individuality; the sociopolitical climate in which the serial killer is defined and the ways in which the narratives criticize this climate; changing notions of gender roles and anxieties therein; sexual anxieties; the expressions of cultural desires; and how myth informs the serial killer narratives. Prerequisite: VE fulfilled.
History
A History of Russia: 862 - 1861
HIST1560 T 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22327
Carl Wilson
A study of Russia from the Kievan period to the emancipation of 1861 with special attention to such topics as the Byzantine influence, Westernization, technological development, art and literature, and the Russian revolutionary tradition. Emphasis is on societal and cultural evolution, as well as essential political problems.
The Rise of Modern China: 1839 to 1949
HIST2230 R 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22328
Carl Wilson
Considers the essential themes and events in China from the beginnings of the 19th century in late Imperial China to the origins of the People's Republic of China. We will examine the social and political structures of the late imperial state, the effects of foreign imperialism and peasant rebellion in the nineteenth century and the sources and development of modern revolution in the twentieth century. Topics considered include Western Imperialism and domestic rebellion, the Opium War, the Taiping Revolution, the dynastic revival and the Self-Strengthening Movement, the Boxer Rebellion, the Republic Revolution in 1911 and Warlordism, the May 4th Movement, the rise of the Guomindang and the Civil War. Emphasis will be placed on the political, social and cultural transformation of China in the twentieth century. Serves as an introduction to major personalities and conflicts in Modern Chinese history and attempts to analyze the degree of continuity and change in China in such areas as politics, economics, social organization, foreign relations and intellectual and cultural developments.
Voices of Protest
HIST2590 T 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22685
Peggy Kocoras
"We the People" have lived up to our responsibilities per the U.S. Constitution's Preamble to "establish Justice,...promote the general Welfare, and secure the Blessings of Liberty to ourselves and our Posterity." When we feel these goals are being threatened, we protest. This course will focus on people who have protested and have helped start grassroots movements. This study will help us understand how pertinent legal, social, and economic policies have been shaped and influenced by common people, and how current perceived injustices might be approached.
Human Resource Development
Effective Speaking and Presenting
HRD1210 T 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22272
Martin Richman
Prepares participants for the challenges of effectively speaking to groups and individuals, including culturally diverse audiences. We examine the various types of speaking situations that participants are involved with on a regular basis.
Principles of Management
HRD1530 T 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22466
Paul Coute
Introduces the fundamental managerial functions of planning, organizing, lending and controlling. Through an examination of the major motivational theories of management, we will work to increase our awareness of the personal skills required to be a manager and learn to apply managerial planning, and organizing processes as well as design a control system to measure results.
Organizational Behavior
HRD2020 R 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22663
Joseph Lambert
In this course we will focus on the common daily challenges facing individuals within the work place environment. Understanding these different behaviors and concepts found within the complex and diverse work environment is a critical component for survival and success in the modern organization. The specific topics of organizational structure, culture, change, motivation, group dynamics, leadership and interpersonal communication will all be addressed. The objective of this course is to give the student a better overall grasp of the organizational structure and the primary factors driving the managerial decision makers within it.
Negotiation, Mediation and Conflict Management
HRD2360 R 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22290
Jaclyn Greenhalgh
Students will be encouraged to develop and improve conflict management skills and how to utilize those skills in managing conflicts that arise in personal and professional situations. Students will have an opportunity to explore alternative models and methods of resolving disputes.
Interdisciplinary
Melting Pot or Salad Bowl: A Film Exploration of Multicultural America
IDND1550 M 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22654
Nancye Araneo
People all over the world base their opinions of the United States on what they see in American films. What do Hollywood movies say about the culture of the United States? Are they an accurate portrayal of the country and its culture? This course will examine the history and culture of the United States as presented in film.
Reading the Bible as Literature
IDND1630 M 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22292
W. Gary Hayward
This course is a tour of the major themes, characters, events, and genres of the Bible and offers an interpretive framework by which to read the Judeo-Christian Scriptures as one unified work of literature. It will also consider the wider historical context of Biblical stories and events. It assumes no prior knowledge of the Bible, but will require students to interact with the biblical material by reading significant portions of it from each of its different genres. The readings, discussions, and presentations will challenge students to let the Bible speak for itself, and draw their own conclusions accordingly.
Children's Literature
IDND1670 W 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22295
Joan Burkhardt
No doubt everyone has a children's book they remember loving or having a particular impact. When books appeal to a child's interests in natural, interesting ways, they develop a relationship with literature that will last a lifetime. Students will learn how to recognize best literature for children, compile a children's literature book summary, participate in discussions of the genre, and create an original example of literature for children.
FUND. BUSINESS ANALYSIS
IDND2330 TBA
Section: M1
CRN: 22831
Peter Salerno
International and Comparative Studies
Economics and the World Economy
INTL1010 T 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22677
Alejandro Montero
The last few years have proven to all of us that what happens in one nation's economy can have major impact- good or bad- on the economies of another nation. How and why this happens is important for us to understand. Comparisons across countries provide a deeper understanding of business cycles, unemployment, monetary policy, economic growth, currencies and fiscal policy This course, an introduction to international economic interactions and the macroeconomic analysis of economies, develops basic economic concepts including market analysis, trade, and demand and supply in the macroeconomy. These economic concepts provide tools to analyze current issues such as economic stability, debt crises and policies towards trade.
Health, Culture and Illness
INTL1140 T 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22310
Augustine Aryee
Examines the importance of social and cultural factors in the field of medicine. It focuses on: provider self-awareness of health, illness, familiar folk remedies, traditional health beliefs and practices. Also investigated are the relationships between health care professionals, health institutions, patients, the organization and utilization of health services; the comparative examination of health systems from the cross-cultural perspective and the exception of healthcare illness as a social and cultural phenomena.
Melting Pot or Salad Bowl: A Film Exploration of Multicultural America
INTL1550 M 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22655
Nancye Araneo
People all over the world base their opinions of the United States on what they see in American films. What do Hollywood movies say about the culture of the United States? Are they an accurate portrayal of the country and its culture? This course will examine the history and culture of the United States as presented in film.
History of Russia: 862-1861
INTL1560 T 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22330
Carl Wilson
A study of Russia from the Kievan period to the emancipation of 1861 with special attention to such topics as the Byzantine influence, Westernization, technological development, art and literature, and the Russian revolutionary tradition. Emphasis is on societal and cultural evolution, as well as essential political problems.
Reading The Bible as Literature
INTL1630 M 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22293
W. Gary Hayward
This course is a tour of the major themes, characters, events, and genres of the Bible and offers an interpretive framework by which to read the Judeo-Christian Scriptures as one unified work of literature. It will also consider the wider historical context of Biblical stories and events. It assumes no prior knowledge of the Bible, but will require students to interact with the biblical material by reading significant portions of it from each of its different genres. The readings, discussions, and presentations will challenge students to let the Bible speak for itself, and draw their own conclusions accordingly.
African, Oceanic and Native American Art
INTL1670 R 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22681
Jean Borgatti
Focuses on the Art of the Yoruba of Southwestern Nigeria, the Northwest Coast Native Americans, and the Asmat, Abelam, and Highland Peoples of New Guinea, and considers the art forms, cultural settings, and the articulation of their distinctive ways of looking at the world. Students will be expected to make aesthetic and stylistic judgments concerning selected original material.
African American Art
INTL1760 T 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22698
Jean Borgatti
We will examine the distinctive paths taken by artists of African descent in the Americas-some like Henry Ossawa Tanner, trained in the Western tradition and others, like the the Santeria practitioners of Cuba or the basket makers of the Sea Islands who worked with received or reinvented African tradtions. A consideration of the arts developing out of the cultures represented by Afro-descendants and that drew directly on African sources will precede an overview of Black American artists from Henry Ossawa Tanner and Edmonia Lewis to Willie Cole and Alison Saar who have worked within mainstream styles and methods of practice, often employing these to express the concerns of the Black community and its history. Intertwined in our discussions will be the recognition of how Africa has been a part of African American art at different times during the last two hundred years.
Sustainability and the Sacred
INTL1970 M 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22689
Rachael Shea
Our current culture is fast-paced, busy and isolating. Yet, there are people, whom we call indigenous, who live in rhythm with nature, who recognize the interconnectedness of all life-the sacred. While the rest of the world invests in new technologies to ensure the sustainability of human existence on the planet, many of the indigenous peoples continue to be living examples pointing to an ancient technology: connection to the Sacred or Divine or Nature or the Great Mystery. During this course we will move from recognizing the complexity of our society into the experiences of the simplicity-this is the voice of sustainability, the voice of the sacred. Please be advised that some class meeting will take place outdoors.
The Rise and Fall of Modern China: 1839 to 1949
INTL2230 R 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22332
Carl Wilson
Considers the essential themes and events in China from the beginnings of the 19th century in late Imperial China to the origins of the People's Republic of China. We will examine the social and political structures of the late imperial state, the effects of foreign imperialism and peasant rebellion in the nineteenth century and the sources and development of modern revolution in the twentieth century. Topics considered include Western Imperialism and domestic rebellion, the Opium War, the Taiping Revolution, the dynastic revival and the Self-Strengthening Movement, the Boxer Rebellion, the Republic Revolution in 1911 and Warlordism, the May 4th Movement, the rise of the Guomindang and the Civil War. Emphasis will be placed on the political, social and cultural transformation of China in the twentieth century. Serves as an introduction to major personalities and conflicts in Modern Chinese history and attempts to analyze the degree of continuity and change in China in such areas as politics, economics, social organization, foreign relations and intellectual and cultural developments.
MANAGING DIVERSITY
INTL2310 TBA
Section: M1
CRN: 22830
Alicja Januszewicz
Mathematics
Introduction to Mathematics I
MATH1010 M 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22462
Brian Kondek
An individually paced course designed primarily to develop proficiency with the concepts of introductory mathematics and algebra needed for future course work. Once areas have been mastered in a test-free environment, more advanced topics--from such areas as trigonometry and precalculus--are considered.
Introduction to Mathematics II
MATH1020 M 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22463
Brian Kondek
An individually paced course designed primarily to develop proficiency with the concepts of introductory mathematics and algebra needed for future course work. Once areas have been mastered in a test-free environment, more advanced topics--from such areas as trigonometry and precalculus--are considered.
Introduction to Mathematics III
MATH1030 M 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22464
Brian Kondek
An individually paced course designed primarily to develop proficiency with the concepts of introductory mathematics and algebra needed for future course work. Once areas have been mastered in a test-free environment, more advanced topics--from such areas as trigonometry and precalculus--are considered.
Precalculus
MATH1110 M 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22273
Belkis Cerrato Caceres
Intended for students going on to calculus. Topics include coordinate geometry, functions, and their graphs, exponential and logarithmic functions and trigonometry. A solid grasp of elementary algebra is assumed.
Discrete Mathematics
MATH1140 T 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22682
Germinal Isern
The study of mathematical structures that naturally arise in computer science. Topics include elementary logic and set theory, equivalence relations, functions, counting arguments, graphs and trees, recursion, and Boolean algebra. Proofs and problems solving are emphasized.
Calculus I
MATH1200 R 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22274
Germinal Isern
Topics include: functions, limits, derivatives, techniques of differentiation, continuity, related-rates problems, maximum-minimum problems, definition of integration and the fundamental theorem of calculus.
Statistics
MATH1470 W 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22315
Staff
Students have the opportunity to learn the rationale behind the fundamental areas of descriptive and inferential statistics, as well as the mechanics involved with each: graphic representation of data, measures of central tendency, measures of variability, elementary probability, binomial and normal distributions, sampling, t-test, analysis of variance, chi-square, regression and correlation and nonparametric statistics.
Organizational Behavior
PA2020 R 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22664
Joseph Lambert
In this course we will focus on the common daily challenges facing individuals within the work place environment. Understanding these different behaviors and concepts found within the complex and diverse work environment is a critical component for survival and success in the modern organization. The specific topics of organizational structure, culture, change, motivation, group dynamics, leadership and interpersonal communication will all be addressed. The objective of this course is to give the student a better overall grasp of the organizational structure and the primary factors driving the managerial decision makers within it.
Philosophy
Introduction to Logic
PHIL1100 M 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22386
John Russell
Introduces students to logic as a branch of philosophy, as well as a practical skill. Students learn to recognize and symbolize different patterns of reasoning. This is a hands-on course, with much class time spent doing exercises and solving problems.
Professional Ethics
PHIL1310 R 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22333
David Flesche
Investigates moral problems that arise in-and-about-the world of business. The class discusses ethical issues in advertising, the moral status of affirmative action programs and the responsibilities of business toward the environment. Each student is expected to articulate the different sides of the issues and to defend his/her own views in discussion and in writing.
Philosophy and Politics
PHIL1340 T 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22676
Peter Marton
Politicians like to reference political theories (Locke's or Mill's, or the Australian economists', e.g.) to frame their vision and they label their opponents (as socialists, liberals, etc.). We will look beyond the labels and discuss these theories themselves. We will consider a wide range of historical and contemporary political theories that attempt to answer these and similar questions: What is the most ideal form of government? What obligations, fundamental rights and liberties do we have? Should wealth be distributed over the members of the society or should property right be sacred and unquestionable? This course is designed to help you form your own political views and understand their historical roots and the arguments for and against them.
Psychology
Introduction to Clinical & Counseling Psychology
PSYC1480 R 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22323
Daniel Lambert
Provides an overview of psychologists' role in contemporary culture. This course critically examines various theories of cognitive, educational and personality assessment. It reviews theories of intervention and change with attention to their assumptions concerning "normal" and normative behavior and assesses current directions in health psychology.
Social Psychology
PSYC1700 W 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22686
Margaret Campbell
Provides a systematic introduction to the field of social psychology, which studies how the thoughts, feelings and actions of a person are influenced by other people and social situations. We will explore the power of situations, culture and context, as well as how people individually react and think about certain social situations.
Diagnosis and Treatment of Persons With Co-occuring Disorders
PSYC2100 M 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22679
John Finneran
Explores the diagnostic and treatment challenges posed by co-occuring mental illness and substance abuse disorders. There will be strong emphasis on increasing awareness of self and others, as well as development of clinical applications. Concepts and theories behind addictive and psychiatric disorders and their treatment process will be covered.
Psychology of Human Learning
PSYC2300 T 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22324
Daniel Lambert
Emphasizes both theoretical understanding and practical application of theories and research findigs. Topics include how people process information in daily living, the use of learning style in educational methods and career choice, and the effect of emotions on perception and memory.
Science
Forensic Science
SCIS2050 M 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22678
David Grady
What is forensic science? Is it really what we see on CSI and other similar shows? We will answer these questions as well as examine the major issues surrounding forensic science, its capabilities as well as its weaknesses. We will combine the technical aspects of several of the individual disciplines within forensic science with the major current issues pertaining to each particular discipline. We will look closely at the National Academy of Science's (NAS) publication Strengthening Forensic Science in the United States- A Path Forward which will have a tremendous impact on the future of forensic science. You won't be a forensic scientist when the course is over but you will be well educated and knowledgeable about the basics of forensic sciences and be able to judge for yourself the credibility of the science used in crime scene investigation.
Social Services
The Final Chapter: A Study of Death and Dying
SCSV1090 W 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22299
Janice Nowicki
Students will develop an understanding of the death and dying process while exploring their own attitudes, feelings and beliefs. Topics covered include what is dying, the grieving process, children and death, suicide, violent deaths, cultural attitudes and euthanasia. Community resources will also be explored.
Health, Culture and Illness
SCSV1140 T 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22311
Augustine Aryee
Examines the importance of social and cultural factors in the field of medicine. The course focuses on: provider self-awareness of health, illness, familiar folk remedies, traditional health beliefs and practices. Also investigated are the relationships between health care professionals, health institutions, patients, the organization and utilization of health services; the comparative examination of health systems from the cross-cultural perspective and the exception of healthcare illness as a social and cultural phenomena.
Our Aging Society
SCSV1180 M 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22296
Janice Nowicki
In the United States today there are more older people in the population than ever before. Many issues offer new challenges as one enters middle and later life but is there a way "successful aging" can be accomplished? With all of these challenges can one truly grow old gracefully? Topics such as diet, exercise, pensions, family life, and housing will be explored. Theories of the aging process will be discussed as we review the study of aging: past, present and future.
Drugs and Alcohol
SCSV1600 R 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22301
Augustine Aryee
Students are asked to explore drug use and abuse in American society, the socio-historical origins of drug and alcohol use from a cross-cultural perspective, the effects of formal organizational studies on the drug rehabilitation users, and independent variables such as family, work and income on chemical dependency. Students investigate society's use of legal as well as illegal drugs, and medical vs. recreational use of psychoactive substances.
Crime and Deviance
SCSV2010 W 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22307
Augustine Aryee
Examines and debates definitions of crime and deviance, studying: street, corporate, organized and political crime; drug use; mental illness; crimes by and against women; and other forms of crime and deviance. Also explored are the social, political and economic conditions that lead to crime and deviance and the social response to them.
Children in Crisis
SCSV2080 R 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22286
Donald Moran
Explores the sensitive issues surrounding the increasing number of abused children in contemporary American culture. The biological, psychological and sociological factors affecting child abuse are used as the broad conceptual framework for prevention, identification and treatment. Focuses on the etiology of child abuse as well as treatment and the law.
Negotiation, Mediation and Conflict Management
SCSV2360 R 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22291
Jaclyn Greenhalgh
Students will be encouraged to develop and improve conflict management skills and how to utilize those skills in managing conflicts that arise in personal and professional situations. Students will have an opportunity to explore alternative models and methods of resolving disputes.
Sociology
The Final Chapter: A Study in Death and Dying
SOC1090 W 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22298
Janice Nowicki
Students will develop an understanding of the death and dying process while exploring their own attitudes, feelings and beliefs. Topics covered include what is dying, the grieving process, children and death, suicide, violent deaths, cultural attitudes and euthanasia. Community resources will also be explored.
Health, Culture and Illness
SOC1140 T 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22309
Augustine Aryee
Examines the importance of social and cultural factors in the field of medicine. It focuses on: provider self-awareness of health, illness, familiar folk remedies, traditional health beliefs and practices. Also investigated are the relationships between health care professionals, health institutions, patients, the organization and utilization of health services; the comparative examination of health systems from the cross-cultural perspective and the exception of healthcare illness as a social and cultural phenomena.
Our Aging Society
SOC1180 M 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22297
Janice Nowicki
In the United States today there are more older people in the population than ever before. Many issues offer new challenges as one enters middle and later life but is there a way "successful aging" can be accomplished? With all of these challenges can one truly grow old gracefully? Topics such as diet, exercise, pensions, family life, and housing will be explored. Theories of the aging process will be discussed as we review the study of aging: past, present and future.
Drugs and Alcohol
SOC1600 R 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22300
Augustine Aryee
Students are asked to explore drug use and abuse in American society, the socio-historical origins of drug and alcohol use from a cross-cultural perspective, the effects of formal organizational studies on the drug rehabilitation users, and independent variables such as family, work and income on chemical dependency. Students investigate society's use of legal as well as illegal drugs, and medical vs. recreational use of psychoactive substances.
Crime and Deviance
SOC2010 W 0630p-0930p
Section: 1
CRN: 22302
Augustine Aryee
Examines and debates definitions of crime and deviance, studying: street, corporate, organized and political crime; drug use; mental illness; crimes by and against women; and other forms of crime and deviance. Also explored are the social, political and economic conditions that lead to crime and deviance and the social response to them.