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CMN 4850 - Topics in Computer Mediated Communication.
(3-0-3) On Demand. A detailed examination of specific theories and practices related to communication technology. Specific topics will vary according to student demand, availability, and interest of faculty. May be repeated with a change in course content.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CMN 2030, 3750 and 3752 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
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CMN 4910 - Applied Health Communication.
(3-0-3) S. An examination of applied health communication in the interpersonal, organizational, and mediated contexts. Emphasis is on higher order application of skills from different occupational perspectives. Cross-listed with HST 4910.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CMN/HST 3910 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
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CMN 4919 - Public Relations Techniques.
(3-0-3) On Demand. Effective techniques of a public relations program including basic concepts and principles of the public relations profession, the roles and functions, planning, managing, and executing campaigns.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CMN 3100, 3960, and senior standing. Credit will not be given for both CMN 4919 and JOU 4919.
Credits: 3
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CMN 4920 - Case Studies in Public Relations Problems.
(3-0-3) On Demand. Public relations case problems in industry, business, labor, education, government, social welfare and trade associations; the application of public relations techniques.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CMN 4919 or permission of instructor. Credit will not be given for both CMN 4920 and JOU 4920.
Credits: 3
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Computer Information Systems |
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CIS 2000 - Problem Solving with Visual Basic
(3-0-3) F, S. An introduction to the tools and methods of formal logic mandatory to produce business application programs including: basic conjunctions, truth tables, compound conjunctions and programming structure. Object-oriented design methodology is introduced. Includes the application of Visual Basic.NET to illustrate and extend the methodology being presented.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Sophomore standing.
Credits: 3
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CIS 3000 - Information Systems Design and Development.
(3-0-3) F, S. A study of the systems development life cycle. Emphasis on requirements determination, modeling techniques, and development, implementation and maintenance strategies. Includes project management techniques and software, Computer Aided Systems Engineering (CASE) with Oracle Designer, and Visual Basic as the development tool.
Prerequisites & Notes:
BUS 1950, CIS 2000, junior standing and admission to the School of Business or to a minor offered by the School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair. Note: This course will be replaced by MIS 4200, effective Fall 2007. (CAA 4/20/06)
Credits: 3
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CIS 3200 - Networking Fundamentals.
(3-0-3) F, S. Fundamentals of business telecommunications, teleprocessing, and computer networks. Data impact on organizational structure and strategy, cost/benefit analysis. Local and wide area networks are studied. WI
Prerequisites & Notes:
BUS 1950, junior standing and admission to the School of Business or to a minor offered by the School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair. Note: This course will be replaced by MIS 3200, effective Fall 2007. (CAA 4/20/06)
Credits: 3
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CIS 3300 - Business Programming in COBOL.
(3-0-3) F. Computer programming and reporting for file-oriented, computerized information systems utilizing the COBOL language. Additional topics include COBOL sorting routines, table handling features, structured coding techniques and sequential disk organization.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CIS 2000 or MAT 2170, junior standing, and admission to the School of Business or to a minor offered by the School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair.
Credits: 3
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CIS 3320 - Business Programming with C.
(3-0-3) On Demand. A study of the program structure, data types, operators, input/output statements, functions, and arrays and pointers in C language. Emphasis is on efficiency in business programming.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Junior standing and either CIS 2000, with a grade of C or better, or one college-level programming course with a grade of C or better and admission to the School of Business or to a minor offered by the School of Business, or permission of the Associate Chair. Prerequisite: MIS 2000 or MAT 2170 and admission to the School of Business or to a minor offered by the School of Business or permission of the Chair, School of Business. Note: This course will be replaced by MIS 3330, effective Fall 2007. (CAA 4/20/06)
Credits: 3
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CIS 3340 - File Organization and Management Methods.
(3-0-3) On Demand. A study of disk file structures, organization, and file management methods. Advanced COBOL concepts are used in a file-processing environment. Includes disk file organization, creation, storage, retrieval, maintenance, and security.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CIS 3300, junior standing and admission to the School of Business, or majoring in Mathematics and Computer Science. Note: This course will be replaced by MIS 4300, effective Fall 2007. (CAA 4/20/06)
Credits: 3
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CIS 3350 - MVS Control Languages and Utilities.
(3-0-3) On Demand. A study of the MVS Job Control Language, including the creation of load module library, compilation to library and batch execution of load modules in complex job streams. Includes a discussion of two - library system for test and load modules. Emphasis on utilities for file backups, load modules implementation and file management.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CIS 3300 and admission to the School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair, School of Business.
Credits: 3
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CIS 3500 - Advanced Microcomputer Applications and Development.
(3-0-3) On Demand. The advanced study of microcomputer business systems using databases and spreadsheets for problem solving and productivity. Customizing microcomputer operating environments. Emphasis on the development of applications for end-user computing.
Prerequisites & Notes:
BUS 1950, junior standing, and admission to the School of Business or to a minor offered by the School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair.
Credits: 3
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CIS 3510 - Business Presentations and Document Design.
(3-0-3) F, S. Design of media objects used in presentations, print productions, web publishing, and other multimedia-related applications in the enterprise. Conceptualize and develop visually-appropriate materials that support and enhance information systems communication needs with effective use of graphics.
Prerequisites & Notes:
BUS 1950, junior standing, and admission to the School of Business or to a minor offered by the School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair. Note: This course will be replaced by MIS 3515, effective Fall 2007. (CAA 4/20/06)
Credits: 3
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CIS 3520 - Communication for CIS Professionals.
(3-0-3) On Demand. Effective communication for management of enterprise-wide information systems. Collect, organize, and present information in written and verbal forms. Develop communication appropriate to audience, purpose, and situation. WC
Prerequisites & Notes:
ENG 1001G/1002G and admission to the School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair, School of Business.
Credits: 3
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CIS 3530 - Business Web Site Design and Development.
(3-0-3) F. Fundamentals of creating and designing effective web pages, using HTML, graphics, audio, and video files. Some CGI and Java Script will be introduced. Students will develop a web site. Focus will be on principles of effective design for business web sites.
Prerequisites & Notes:
BUS 1950 and junior standing. Note: This course will be replaced by MIS 3530, effective Fall 2007. (CAA 4/20/06)
Credits: 3
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CIS 3700 - Local Area Networking.
(3-0-3) F, S. Local area networking concepts, advanced network design and security. Local area network management and user administration. LAN data analysis and troubleshooting.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CIS 3200, junior standing, and admission to the School of Business or to a minor offered by the School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair. Note: This course will be replaced by MIS 3200, effective Fall 2007. (CAA 4/20/06)
Credits: 3
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CIS 3720 - Telecommunications Programming with Visual Basic.
(3-0-3) F, S. Programming with Visual BASIC with emphasis on designing front-ends for use in a client-server LAN environment. Topics such as accessing databases with SQL and ActiveX controls, advanced Windows common controls, and developing dynamic HTML applications are included.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CIS 3000, CIS 3200, and admission to the School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair, School of Business.
Credits: 3
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CIS 3740 - Fundamentals of E-Commerce.
(3-0-3) On Demand. Study of technical and business topics related to conducting business electronically. Topics include models of e-business; digital currency and funds transfer; legal and regulatory considerations; security and privacy issues and technologies; economic analysis of e-commerce alternatives.
Prerequisites & Notes:
BUS 3010 and BUS 3470.
Credits: 3
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CIS 3900 - Java Programming.
(3-0-3) F, S. A study of object oriented programming using the Java language. Includes scalar, aggregate, reference types, statements, expressions, methods, libraries, classes, objects, and overloading. Emphasizes development of objects including the concepts of polymorphism, encapsulation and inheritance.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CIS 3320, junior standing, and admission to the School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair, School of Business. Note: This course will be replaced by MIS 3330 and 4330, effective Fall 2007. (CAA 4/20/06)
Credits: 3
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CIS 3970 - Study Abroad.
(Arr.-Arr.-1-15) See STA 3970.
Credits: 1 to 15
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CIS 4000 - Database: Design and Management.
(3-0-3) F, S. A study of database structures and design, including hierarchical, network and relational models, data design and development through fourth generation command and graphical user tools in a client/server environment. Recent trends will be addressed.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CIS 3000 and admission to the School of Business or to a minor offered by the School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair. Note: This course will be replaced by MIS 4200, effective Fall 2007. (CAA 4/20/06)
Credits: 3
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CIS 4275 - Internship in Computer Information Systems.
(Arr.-Arr. -1-12) (Credit/No Credit) Monitored work or service experience requiring development and application of computer information systems knowledge and skills.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to the School of Business, CIS 3000, and approval of Internship Learning Agreement by School of Business Associate Chair. Up to 12 hours of internship credit may be counted for graduation.
Credits: 1 to 12
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CIS 4310 - Decision Support Systems for the Management Sciences.
(3-0-3) On Demand. Design and development of decision support systems utilizing management science techniques, including simulation and linear, network, and integer programming. Emphasizes decision analysis with Excel solver and event driven programming, including retrieving data, analyzing alternate solutions, and producing reports.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CIS 3000 or MAT 2170 or CHM 3915 and admission to the School of Business or to a minor offered by the School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair.
Credits: 3
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CIS 4330 - Advanced Java Programming.
(3-0-3) S. Emphasis on the object paradigm, object-oriented design, interactive development, class construction, test, version control, modification and extension and reuse. Exercises and team projects use the Java language in an object-oriented environment.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CIS 3900 and admission to the School of Business. Note: This course will be replaced by MIS 4330, effective Fall 2007. (CAA 4/20/06)
Credits: 3
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CIS 4350 - Interactive Business Systems.
(3-0-3) On Demand. A study of CICS program development, design, and command level programming. Emphasis on pseudo-conversational programming, including VSAM file control commands, program control commands, and error processing techniques. Includes PPT, PCT, and FCT tables, Transaction Processing Systems, and screen design and development.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CIS 3340 and admission to the School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair, School of Business.
Credits: 3
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CIS 4500 - Management of User Systems.
(3-0-3) F, S. Role of information systems management in the enterprise, including end-user computing, designing and assessing training requirements, electronic document management, change management, professional development, and changing IS paradigms.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CIS 3000 and CIS 3500, admission to the School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair, School of Business.
Credits: 3
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CIS 4600 - Special Topics in Computer Information Systems.
(Arr.-Arr.-1-3) On Demand. Current research and practices in Computer Information Systems. Topics to be announced. May be repeated for different topics.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to the School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair, School of Business. Specific prerequisites will depend on the topic.
Credits: 1 to 3
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CIS 4700 - Internetworking.
(3-0-3) F, S. Internetworking concepts, advanced internetwork design, security, and administration. Enterprise network design, management and user administration. WAN data analysis and troubleshooting.
Prerequisites & Notes:
CIS 3700 and admission to the School of Business or permission of the Associate Chair, School of Business. Note: This course will be replaced by MIS 4700, effective Spring 2008. (CAA 4/20/06)
Credits: 3
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CIS 4740 - Independent Study.
(Arr.-Arr.-1-3) Intensive investigation of a topic under the supervision of an instructor. Enrollment is by application.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to the School of Business, CIS 3000, senior standing, cumulative grade-point average of 3.0 or higher, consent of the supervising instructor and approval of a completed application by the associate chair, School of Business, prior to registration.
Credits: 1 to 3
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Earth Science |
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ESC 1300G - Introduction to Earth Sciences.
(3-2-4) An introduction to earth processes, resources, rocks, minerals, maps, time, and plate tectonics. The interaction of natural processes in the physical environment and human activity will be discussed. Cross-listed with GEL 1300G. Lab work and field trip are required. P1 907L
Credits: 4
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ESC 1390G - Introduction to Earth Sciences, Honors.
(3-2-4) On Demand. Study of the planet Earth as a system consisting of the lithosphere, hydrosphere, and atmosphere. Emphasis on how processes occurring within the solid, liquid, and gaseous portions of the Earth system act to influence its surface. Field trips and short papers will stress scientific communication skills. Cross-listed with GEL 1390G. WI
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to the University Honors College.
Credits: 4
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ESC 1400G - Weather and Climate.
(3-2-4) F, S. This course provides a basic understanding of global weather and climate processes. It emphasizes prominent theoretical and applied aspects of the atmosphere that affect our everyday life. Topics covered also include contemporary issues such as weather analysis, severe weather, weather forecasting, and climate change. P1 905L
Credits: 4
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ESC 1490G - Weather and Climate, Honors.
(3-2-4) On Demand. An introduction to the study of the atmosphere and its processes. Topics include: atmospheric structure and composition, weather elements, climatic change, and interactions between man and the atmosphere. Research papers and field trips required. P1 905L WI
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to the University Honors College.
Credits: 4
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ESC 2420 - Regional Geomorphology.
(2-2-3) On Demand. Landforms of the United States; work with maps of landforms; consideration to composition, distribution and the processes by which the land is shaped. Field trip. P1 905L
Credits: 3
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ESC 2450G - Oceanography.
(3-0-3) Integrated, descriptive study of the World Ocean, including the physics, chemistry, biology, and geology of the marine environment and the interrelationship between the World Ocean and human activities. Cross-listed with GEL 2450G.
Credits: 3
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ESC 3010G - Environmental Physical Sciences.
(3-0-3) A study of physical environmental Earth processes and their interrelationship with human activities. This will include both the impact of the Earth on human communities and the impact of human communities on the Earth. Cross-Listed with GEL 3010G.
Credits: 3
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ESC 3020 - Natural Disasters: Causes and Effects.
(3-0-3) F. An overview of hazardous environments, natural or partly induced by human activity. Emphasis on understanding the physical processes and social systems that interact to produce disasters. Considers spatial and temporal distribution of hazards with reference to human populations. Provides options for assessing risk, disaster preparation and loss reduction. Cross listed with GEG 3020. WI
Credits: 3
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ESC 3200 - Human Impacts on the Environment.
(3-0-3) S. Emphasis on human impacts on the environment and the necessity of conservation. Discussion of natural hazards and perception of resources as factors limiting society’s development. Focus on man as an agent of environmental change. Cross-listed with GEG 3200.
Credits: 3
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ESC 3300 - Soils.
(2-2-3) On Demand. Overview of soil sciences such as taxonomy, soil formation, properties of soils, common soil problems and their solutions, evaluation of soils, and pollution from uses of soils.
Prerequisites & Notes:
GEL/ESC 1300G or 3010G and CHM 1310G and 1315G.
Credits: 3
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ESC 3410 - Climatology.
(2-2-3) F. Study of the earth’s energy and water balances, climate classification systems, synoptic climatology, paleoclimatology, agricultural and urban climatology, theory of jet streams.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ESC 1400G (or equivalent).
Credits: 3
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ESC 3530 - Medieval Archaeology and Cultural Heritage in Europe.
(4-0-4) S. An introduction to archaeology as a crossroads discipline, integrating a humanistic inquiry into history with the scientific methodologies which help evaluate the vestiges of past material culture. It is taught only abroad, and emphasizes the cultural heritage of the host country. May not be repeated. Cross-listed with HIS 3530.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Consent of the instructor.
Credits: 4
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ESC 3550 - Surface Water Processes and Resources.
(2-2-3) On Demand. Principles of the water cycle, surface and subsurface routing, drainage basins, stream channel form and processes, effects of climate. Illustrates human responses to and modification of hydrologic systems. Field trip required. Writing intensive. WI
Prerequisites & Notes:
GEG/GEL 3420 or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
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ESC 3960 - Special Topics.
(Arr.-Arr.-1-4) On Demand. Readings, discussion, reports, on-campus and off-campus fieldwork on specific areas of topics in earth science. May be repeated with permission of department chairperson, for a maximum of six semester hours.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Minimum of four courses in earth science or consent of the instructor.
Credits: 1 to 4
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ESC 3970 - Study Abroad.
(Arr.-Arr.-1-15) See STA 3970.
Credits: 1 to 15
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ESC 3990 - Medieval Archaeology, Honors.
(Arr-Arr-1-4). An introduction to archaeology as a crossroads discipline, integrating a humanistic inquiry into history with the scientific methodologies which help evaluate the vestiges of past material culture. It will be taught only within the Semester Abroad program and emphasize the cultural heritage in the countries concerns. May be repeated. Cross-listed with HIS 3990. WI
Prerequisites & Notes:
Students enrolled for credit must be admitted to the Honors College and must enroll for four semester hours. Student auditors must have permission of the Dean of the Honors College and may enroll for one to four semester hours.
Credits: 1 to 4
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ESC 4275 - Internship in Earth Science.
(Arr.-Arr.-1-6) On Demand. An individually planned work experience in a business or agency appropriate to the student’s area of specialization. Note: A maximum of three semester hours may be counted as elective credit in the Earth Science minor.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Completion of at least 12 hours of course work toward Earth Science minors, permission of the Geology/Geography Department Chair, the Internship Coordinator, and acceptance of the student by a business or agency. The course may be repeated to a maximum of 12 semester hours.
Credits: 1 to 6
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ESC 4400 - Independent Study.
(Arr.-Arr.-1-3) Individual study under faculty supervision on a topic selected by the student. May be repeated to a maximum of six semester hours.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of the faculty supervisor and approval of the department chairperson.
Credits: 1 to 3
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ESC 4430 - Undergraduate Research in Earth Science.
(Arr.-Arr.1-3) On Demand. Field, laboratory, or theoretical research. Faculty supervised. A written report of an oral presentation is required.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Completion of 15 semester hours toward an Earth Science minor, permission of instructor and department chair. Can be repeated for a maximum of six semester hours in combined department undergraduate research courses (Geology, Earth Science, Geography).
Credits: 1 to 3
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ESC 4900 - Earth Science Field Experience for Teachers.
(2-6-5) Su. Introduction to and field investigations of earth materials and resources, geological and geomorphical processes, and their historical relationships.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Teaching certificate or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 5
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ESC 4950 - Earth Science Field Experience Research for Teachers.
(Arr.-Arr.-1-3) Su or F. Research on specific topic or topics developed while enrolled in ESC 4900.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Prerequisite or corequisite: ESC 4900.
Credits: 1 to 3
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ECN 2800G - Economics of Social Issues.
(3-0-3) Uses the economic way of thinking to examine social issues. Illuminates fundamental economic features common to human conflicts across societies and across time. Examines institutional structures built by various societies to address fundamental economic problems. Not equivalent to ECN 2801G or ECN 2802G and may not be counted as part of the 36 semester-hour requirement for an economics major or the 21 semester-hour requirement for an economics minor or the Option in Economics with International Studies.
Credits: 3
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ECN 2801G - Principles of Macroeconomics.
(3-0-3) Macroeconomics - An exploration of the policy options, such as changes in taxation, government spending, the money supply or interest rates, available to government agents to achieve the goals of stable prices, high employment and steady growth. S3 901
Credits: 3
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ECN 2802G - Principles of Microeconomics.
(3-0-3) Microeconomics - An exploration of consumer behavior, of how firms decide upon profit maximizing price and output rates under various market conditions, and of the labor and capital markets. S3 902
Prerequisites & Notes:
ECN 2801G.
Credits: 3
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ECN 2891G - Principles of Macroeconomics, Honors.
(3-0-3) F. Macroeconomics - An exploration of the policy options, such as changes in taxation, government spending, the money supply or interest rates, available to government agents to achieve the goals of stable prices, high employment and steady growth. S3 901
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to the University Honors College.
Credits: 3
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ECN 2892G - Principles of Microeconomics, Honors.
(3-0-3) S. Microeconomics - An exploration of consumer behavior, of how firms decide upon profit maximizing price and output rates under various market conditions, and of the labor and capital markets. S3 902
Prerequisites & Notes:
ECN 2801G or ECN 2891G and admission to the University Honors College.
Credits: 3
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ECN 3810 - Economics of Natural Resources.
(3-0-3) F. An introduction to economic analysis of natural resources and the environment.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ECN 2802G or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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ECN 3833 - Economic Development of Modern Europe.
(3-0-3) F, S. A survey of the economic history of Europe with primary emphasis on the period after 1850.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ECN 2802G or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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ECN 3835 - American Economic Development.
(3-0-3) S. Evolution of the economy with emphasis on basic economic institutions and major forces in the process of growth and development. WI
Prerequisites & Notes:
ECN 2802G or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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ECN 3851 - Public Finance.
(3-0-3) F, S. A study of taxation, government spending, public debt, and the role of government in a market economy.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ECN 2802G.
Credits: 3
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ECN 3853 - Urban and Regional Economics.
(3-0-3) S. An introduction to spatial economics with emphasis on policy and planning to alleviate social problems that result from the uneven distribution of economic activities. WI
Prerequisites & Notes:
ECN 2802G or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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ECN 3860 - International Economics.
(3-0-3) Principles of foreign trade and finance; balance of payments; tariffs; quotas and commercial policies of major countries.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ECN 2802G.
Credits: 3
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ECN 3870 - Agricultural Economics.
(3-0-3) F. An introduction to the application of economic theory and method to problems in agriculture and agribusiness; provides the foundation needed to understand, interpret, and analyze farm policy in the United States. AG 901 WI
Prerequisites & Notes:
ECN 2802G or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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ECN 3873 - Economics of Race and Gender
(3-0-3) S. Exploration of the economic status of women and of racial and ethnic minorities in the United States. Surveys the historical role of women and minorities in the U.S. labor market including trends in labor force participation, occupational distribution, wage differentials, labor legislation, and discrimination. WI
Prerequisites & Notes:
ECN 2802G or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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ECN 3875 - Health Economics.
(3-0-3) F, S. A course using economic tools to understand various issues and problems pertaining to medical care. Examines the production of and demand for medical care, health care systems and institutions, the role of government in health care markets, and the behavior of specific health care industries.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ECN 2802G or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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ECN 3880 - Government and Business.
(3-0-3) F, S. The market structures in which business operates: public policies for regulation and control of those markets.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ECN 2802G or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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ECN 3881 - Economics of Public Utilities.
(3-0-3) S. This course entails an examination of the unique economic characteristics which set public utilities apart from other corporations, and explains why these firms are subject to regulation.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ECN 2802G or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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ECN 3890 - Labor Economics.
(3-0-3) F, S. Theory of the labor market including labor demand, labor supply, investments in human capital, and wage determination.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ECN 2802G
Credits: 3
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ECN 3891 - International Economics, Honors.
(3-0-3) F. Principles of foreign trade and finance; balance of payments, tariffs, quotas and commercial policies of major countries.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ECN 2802G or ECN 2892G and admission to the University Honors College.
Credits: 3
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ECN 3970 - Study Abroad.
(Arr.-Arr.-1-15) See STA 3970. May not be counted as part of the 21 semester-hours requirement for economics minor.
Credits: 1 to 15
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ECN 3971 - Statistics Applied to Economics I.
(3-0-3) F, S. Measures of central tendency and dispersion, statistical distributions, regression, and hypothesis testing with applications to economics.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ECN 2802G or permission of the instructor. No credit toward graduation for a student with credit in another introductory statistics course.
Credits: 3
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ECN 3972 - Statistics Applied to Economics II.
(3-0-3) F, S. Non-parametric statistics, chi-square and F distribution, multiple regression, index numbers, and time series with application to economics. WI
Prerequisites & Notes:
ECN 3971 and MAT 2120G, or MAT 2550, or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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ECN 4275 - Internship in Economics.
(Arr.-Arr.-1-12) (Credit/No Credit) A semester’s experience as an intern in a state, federal, or international agency or business firm. Twelve semester hours may be earned in the fall or spring semesters and nine semester hours during the summer term. Credit for this program does not count toward graduation if the student has earned 12 or more semester hours of Credit/No Credit in student teaching or any other internship offered by the university. Note: Not more than six semester hours can be used to meet the total credit hours required in the major.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Permission of the department chairperson and acceptance of the student by a state, federal, or international agency or business firm on the basis of the student’s application. May not be counted toward the minor. May not be counted as part of the 21 semester-hours requirement for economics minor.
Credits: 1 to 12
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ECN 4444 - Honors Independent Study.
(Arr.-Arr.-3) Consideration of special topics in Economics. Special emphasis on an area of interest to the student approved by faculty supervisor and Departmental Honors Coordinator.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to the Departmental Honors College and permission of the Departmental Honors Coordinator.
Credits: 3
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ECN 4505 - Business Cycles.
(3-0-3) S. Fluctuations in economic activity and their causes, methods of forecasting, and policies for growth and stability.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ECN 2802G.
Credits: 3
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ECN 4511 - Comparative Economic Systems.
(3-0-3) F. A framework for the comparative analysis of economic systems is developed and applied to case studies from pre-modern as well as modern economic systems. Explores the impact of culture and historical precedent on the organization of economic activity in different societies.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ECN 2802G or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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ECN 4520 - History of Economic Thought.
(3-0-3) F. To emphasize various schools of thought including the Classicalist, Socialist, Marxist, Marginalist, Institutionalist, and Keynesian.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ECN 2802G.
Credits: 3
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ECN 4570 - Economic Problems of the Developing Countries.
(3-0-3) F. An analysis of the economic problems of the developing countries and theories of economic development.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ECN 2802G or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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ECN 4644 - Honors Thesis.
(Arr.-Arr.-3) Intensive research in preparation of a thesis on a topic in Economics approved by faculty supervisor and the Departmental Honors Coordinator. May not be repeated.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of the Departmental Honors Coordinator.
Credits: 3
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ECN 4666 - Honors Seminar.
(Arr.-Arr.-3) Areas of investigation which require integration of Economics and research will be treated.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Admission to the Departmental Honors Program and permission of the Departmental Honors Coordinator.
Credits: 3
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ECN 4689 - Theory and Research.
(3-0-3) A capstone course to apply theory in undergraduate research. A written report, oral presentation, and external field examination are required. WI
Prerequisites & Notes:
This capstone course is intended for Economics majors to be taken in the last semester before graduation and requires permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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ECN 4751 - Managerial Economics.
(3-0-3) F. The application of economic theory and method to managerial decision making.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ECN 2802G or BUS 2810, or other equivalent courses subject to departmental approval.
Credits: 3
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ECN 4801 - Intermediate Macroeconomic Theory.
(3-0-3) F, S. Analysis of the determination of national income, employment, wages, and factors affecting inflation and growth.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ECN 2802G.
Credits: 3
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ECN 4802 - Intermediate Microeconomic Theory.
(3-0-3) F, S. Analysis of product and factor price theory under alternative market classifications.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ECN 2802G.
Credits: 3
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ECN 4803 - Mathematical Economics.
(3-0-3) S. The application of mathematical tools to economics. Various economic theories are formulated in a mathematical framework.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ECN 4802 or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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ECN 4813 - Transition Economies.
(3-0-3) S. A descriptive analysis of the economic structure of the evolving new nations after the breakup of the Soviet Union and Soviet Bloc, with an additional analysis of why the breakup occurred. WI
Prerequisites & Notes:
ECN 2802G or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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ECN 4840 - Money and Banking.
(3-0-3) F, S. Money and banking in the modern economy; history and theory of monetary policy.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ECN 2802G.
Credits: 3
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ECN 4850 - Economic Analysis of Law.
(3-0-3) S. Economic analysis of the major areas of law: property, contract, torts, criminal law. Emphasis on study of economic forces in the evolution of the rule of law and application of economic reasoning techniques to the critique of legal institutions. Examination of conflicts between economic efficiency and other social goals such as fairness, democracy, and justice.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ECN 2802G.
Credits: 3
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ECN 4861 - International Economic Problems.
(3-0-3) F. Current international economic problems; balance of payments adjustment; exchange rate policy; international monetary mechanism.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ECN 3860 or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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ECN 4875 - Area Studies.
(3-0-3) S. A study of economic conditions and development problems in a specific geographical area such as Tropical Africa, Middle East, or Latin America. The topic will vary from semester to semester; the course may be repeated with each change of topic. WI
Prerequisites & Notes:
ECN 2802G or permission of instructor.
Credits: 3
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ECN 4890 - Topics in Labor Economics.
(3-0-3) F, S. Topics in contemporary labor economics such as labor history, collective bargaining, labor law, poverty, compensation structure, discrimination, and wage differentials. May be repeated once with change of topics.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ECN 2802G or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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ECN 4900 - Issues in Economics.
(3-0-3) Su. An analysis of selected economic problems. Topics to be announced. May be repeated once for credit with change in topic.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ECN 2802G and senior or graduate standing or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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ECN 4950 - Independent Study.
(Arr.-Arr.-2 or 3) Independent study in economics. Designed for individual student needs at either the undergraduate or graduate level.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ECN 2802G and pre-registration conference with the department chairperson.
Credits: 2 to 3
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ECN 4973 - Introduction to Econometrics.
(3-0-3) S. A study of regression estimations, tests and predictions, estimation problems and remedies, simultaneous equations systems with application to economics.
Prerequisites & Notes:
ECN 3972 or MAT 3702 and 1440G or 1441G, or MAT 2110G and 2120G, or 2550, or permission of the instructor.
Credits: 3
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EDU 2022 - Teaching and Learning with Technology in Classrooms.
(2-1-2) This course, based on the national and state educational technology standards,
is designed to prepare teachers to integrate technology into the curriculum. This
course will focus on the effective use of technology in teaching and learning.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Passing score on the CEPS technology proficiency .
Credits: 2
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EDU 4281 - Teaching Reading and Language Arts in Secondary Classrooms.
(3-0-3) F, S. A focus on the methods, materials and strategies used by secondary teachers as they meet the diverse needs of students. Emphasis will be on the utilization of reading, writing, speaking and listening integration within the curriculum.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Perequisite: SED 3330/3100 or equivalent or permission of Department Chair Early Childhood, Elementary, and Middle Level Education. Credit will not be given for both MLE 4280 and EDU 4281.
Credits: 3
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EDU 4550 - Alternative Certification: Introduction to Teaching.
(1-1-1) Su. This course addresses Illinois Professional Teaching Standards in collaborative relationships and reflection and personal growth. The course is an introduction to the academically rigorous, intensive Alternative Certification Program. Requires 30 clock hours of participation/observation.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Proficiency with web browser software and internet use.
Credits: 1
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EDU 4551 - Alternative Certification: Foundations of Teaching.
(4-2-4) Su. This course addresses Illinois Professional Teaching Standards in the social, cultural, historical, and psychological foundations of teaching. The course is part of the academically rigorous, intensive Alternative Certification Program that includes EDU 4552 and EDU 4553.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Must be admitted to the Alternative Certification Program and have received a “B” or better in EDU 4550.
Credits: 4
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EDU 4552 - Alternative Certification: General Teaching Methods.
(8-3-8) Su. This course addresses Illinois Professional Teaching Standards General Methods, including student diversity, language arts/reading, and technology. The course is part of the academically rigorous, intensive Alternative Certification Program that includes EDU 4551 and EDU 4553.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Must be admitted to the Alternative Certification Program and have received a “B” or better in EDU 4550.
Credits: 8
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EDU 4553 - Alternative Certification: Teaching Methods.
(3-2-3) Su. This course addresses the Illinois Content Standards for the secondary teacher. Methods of teaching in the chosen discipline, philosophies of teaching and learning in the discipline, skills in planning for teaching, and identifying appropriate teaching materials are among the topics covered. The course is part of the academically rigorous, intensive Alternative Certification Program. Specific academic disciplines are addressed by different sections of the course.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Must be admitted to the Alternative Certification Program and have received a “B” or better in EDU 4550.
Credits: 3
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EDU 4560 - Alternative Certification: Internship, Part I.
(Arr.-Arr.-6) F. (Credit/No Credit) This course is the first semester of a 2-semester internship. The course is a required component of the academically rigorous, intensive Alternative Certification Program.
Prerequisites & Notes:
Grade of “B” or better in EDU 4550, EDU 4551, EDU 4552, and EDU 4553.
Credits: 6
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