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ON THE COVERGraduates Darrell Diamond,Nhan Duong, and Sharyn Zuffelatocelebrate after the 2005 UMUCCommencement, which was held atthe Comcast Center in College Park,Maryland, on May 14. UMUC alsoholds graduation ceremonies at fivelocations overseas each spring.PHOTOGRAPH BY MARK FINKENSTAEDTUNIVERSITY POLICY STATEMENTSThis publication and its provisions do not constitute a contract between UMUC andany party or parties. At the time of publication, reasonable effort was made to ensure thefactual accuracy of the information. However, this publication is not a complete statementof all policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and academic requirements applicableto UMUC, its students, or its programs. In addition, changes or additions may be madeto the policies, procedures, rules, regulations, academic requirements, and tuition andfees set out in this publication. UMUC reserves the right to make these changes andadditions to the information in this publication without prior notice. When a curriculumor graduation requirement is changed, it is not made retroactive unless the change is tothe student’s advantage and can be accommodated within the span of years normallyrequired for graduation.A CCREDITA TIONUniversity of Maryland University College is accredited by the Commission on HigherEducation of the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools (3624 Market Street,Philadelphia, PA 19104; phone 215-662-5606) and certified by the State Coucil forHigher Education in Virginia.NONDISCRIMINATIONUniversity of Maryland University College welcomes applications from prospectivestudents and employees regardless of race, religion, color, creed, gender, marital status,age, national origin, political affiliation, veteran status, mental or physical disability,or sexual orientation.University of Maryland University College is a constituent member of the University Systemof Maryland.

I N T R O D U C T I O N T O U N I V E R S I T Y O F M A R Y L A N D U N I V E R S I T Y C O L L E G Ethinking, globalization/diversity, and specialized knowledge.Assessment data for these core learning areas are used to continuouslyimprove the quality of UMUC’s academic programs.FacultyUMUC’s faculty is unique in that most members are workingprofessionals who bring current expertise in their fields, as wellas impressive academic backgrounds and teaching experience, tothe classroom. Faculty members receive an extraordinary amountof support in training and resources to help them address thespecial needs of both the online classroom and the adult learner.UMUC’s Center for Teaching and Learning and Center for theVirtual University work with faculty on training, course design,application and integration of technology in teaching, and assessmentand enhancement of their instructional effectiveness.Scholarly ActivityUMUC faculty engage in scholarly activity that includes pro f e s s i o n a lc o n f e rence presentations, publication in professional journals andbooks, and consultancies and are re c o g n i zed by organizations thata w a rd competitive fellowships based upon rigorous academic scholar s h i p, such as the Fulbright Scholar Program. At the institutionall e vel, UMUC faculty members engage in scholarly activity to furt h e runderstanding of adult and distance education, pedagogy, andk n owledge in academic disciplines.A number of units within UMUC also support various scholarlyendeavors:• The Center for Teaching and Learning promotes teachingexcellence through professional development grants and opportunitiesfor scholarly exchange.• T h rough a cycle of continuous improvement, the Office ofEvaluation, Grants, and Re s e a rc h conducts pedagogical re s e a rc hon best practices in teaching excellence in adult and distance educationfor application to faculty training and course design.• The Center for Intellectual Property conducts research onissues concerning intellectual property in the digital environmentand higher education.• In partnership with federal agencies and various industries, theSecurity Studies Lab hosts conferences and colloquia on informationassurance and security topics.• The Institute for Global Management conducts research andprovides training on topics central to the management ofinternational enterprises and to the goal of the U.S. De p a rt m e n tof Education Business and International Education Grant tos t rengthen business curricula.• The Institute for Environmental Management provides educationalservices in the field of environmental management toindividuals and corporations.RecognitionUMUC’s programs have received awards from several notableorganizations including E-Gov, Forbes.com, Maryland DistanceLearning Association, and the University Continuing EducationAssociation. UMUC is a proud recipient of the highest honor inonline education—the Sloan Consortium Award for Excellence inInstitution-Wide Web-Based Programming, in recognition of itscomprehensive online curriculum. The National Security Agencydesignated UMUC a Center of Excellence for its graduate trackin information assurance. The University Continuing EducationAssociation (UCEA) honored the graduate Master of DistanceEducation and Master of Business Administration degree programsand undergraduate gerontology and World Bank certificateprograms. The International Council for Open and DistanceEducation selected UMUC for its 2004 Prize of Excellence forthe “highest possible excellence in the fields of open, distance,virtual, and flexible learning.” The Council of College andMilitary Educators (CCME) awarded UMUC the 2005 CCMEInstitution Award to recognize the UMUC–U.S. Army SignalCenter Graduate Partnership for its educational programs forArmy information and telecommunications managers. Thisexternal recognition underscores UMUC’s ongoing commitmentto academic quality.4

I N T R O D U C T I O N T O U N I V E R S I T Y O F M A R Y L A N D U N I V E R S I T Y C O L L E G EP R E S E N C E I N M A R Y L A N DAlthough UMUC has its headquarters in Adelphi, Maryland,it delivers courses and services throughout Maryland and theWashington, D.C., metropolitan area. Courses are offered at17 locations in the Maryland region, including many local militarysites and community colleges. UMUC also maintains a presenceat three centers: the University System of Maryland (USM)at Hagerstown, the USM Shady Grove Center, and the WaldorfCenter for Higher Education. This multitude of locations and theconvenience of being able to take courses online make it easy forMaryland residents to complete their education goals without everleaving their local area. Because UMUC also has special relationshipswith many Maryland community colleges, students are ableto make a smooth transition from their associate’s degree programto the bachelor’s degree program.UMUC’s Adelphi headquarters also serves as a conference centerand as home to an extraordinary collection of art, especially worksby Maryland artists. Notable among the collection are works byinternationally renowned Maryland artist Herman Maril. Visitorsto the Inn and Conference Center may view the collection dailyfrom 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Information on current exhibits is availableonline at www.umuc.edu/events.G L O B A L U N I V E R S I T YM I L I T A R Y P A R T N E R S H I P SUMUC has been the leading educational partner with the U.S.Department of Defense for more than 50 years. More than50 flag officers are UMUC graduates, and more than a millions e rv i c emembers have taken UMUC courses. Last year, almost51,000 active-duty military members and dependents tookUMUC courses overseas.This long relationship has made UMUC particularly sensitive tothe needs of military students and well prepared to handle detailsspecific to military life, such as veterans benefits and the transferof credit earned in military specialty schools.In 2002, UMUC was awarded the contract to continue offeringprograms at its military sites across Europe and the Middle East.The multi-year contract is among the largest federal contractsawarded to any U.S. higher education institution. In 2003, theU.S. Department of Defense announced that they had extendedUMUC’s privilege to serve the U.S. military and their families inAsia for another six years.UMUC has also developed special relationships with the U.S.Army Signal Center, the Naval War College, the Air War College,the Army Management Staff College, Defense AcquisitionUniversity, and both the Informational Resources ManagementCollege and the Joint Forces Staff College of National DefenseUniversity.Having provided open and alternative education opportunitiesto adult learners for more than 25 years, UMUC became an earlyleader in distance education and has won many awards for innovationin that area. UMUC is also committed to providing comprehe n s i ve services for all its students, where ver they may be, and hasbeen a pioneer in the development of support for students at a distance.UMUC offers full Web-based services from orientation toregistration, financial aid counseling to career advising, and booko rdering to grade re t r i e val. T h rough the Office of Information andL i b r a ry Se rvices, UMUC provides a state-of-the-art digital library,with electronic re s e rves, online databases (many of which are fulltext), and online help. Other services are available through theInteractive Registration and Information System (IRIS), whichmay be accessed via touch-tone telephone, and MyUMUC, whichmay be accessed online. All these services enable students to samplean online course, meet the faculty, access student services, register,and obtain the syllabus, from any location in the world.5

I N T R O D U C T I O N T O U N I V E R S I T Y O F M A R Y L A N D U N I V E R S I T Y C O L L E G EP R O G R A M SIn addition to the School of Undergraduate Studies (described onpp. 7–8), UMUC also offers the following programs.National Leadership InstituteThe National Leadership Institute (NLI) offers a wide range ofnoncredit programs and services designed to help managers andexecutives become more effective as leaders in their organizationsand to help organizations enhance their overall leadership effectiveness.NLI programs and services are offered to individuals thro u g hopen enrollment and to organizations on a contractual basis. NLIprograms include the Leadership Development Program andFoundations of Leadership, both offered in association with theCenter for Creative Leadership‚ the preeminent education andre s e a rch institution devoted to the development of cre a t i ve leadershipand effective management. NLI also offers an online leadershipassessment program, designs training programs and consulting servicesto meet an organization’s unique leadership development needs,and provides exe c u t i ve coaching in highly individualized coachingsessions especially suitable for senior managers.For more information, students should visit www.umuc.edu/nli,e-mail nli@umuc.edu, or call 877-999-7195.Graduate School of Managementand Te c h n o l o gyAfter the undergraduate degree, University of MarylandUniversity College can help students continue their educationthrough graduate studies. Established in 1978 to prepare business,industry, government, and not-for-profit midlevel managers,UMUC’s Graduate School of Management and Te c h n o l o g y — n owwith more than 10,000 students—celebrated its 25th anniversarylast year. Faculty members are distinguished by their extensiveprofessional managerial experience as well as by their adva n c e deducation and teaching ability. All master’s degree pro g r a m s ,e xcept those leading to the Master of Business Administrationand Global Master of Business Administration, consist of 33–39 semester hours of graduate study.UMUC currently has 20 graduate degree programs, including aMaster of Arts in Teaching, a Master of Business Administration,a Global Master of Business Administration, a Master of Ed u c a t i o n ,a Master of So f t w a re Engineering, and a Doctor of Ma n a g e m e n t .The Master of Science degree is available in accounting andfinancial management, accounting and information technology,biotechnology studies, computer systems management, e-commerc e ,e n v i ronmental management, financial management and informationsystems, health care administration, information technology,management, technology management, and telecommunicationsmanagement.The Graduate School also offers several executive degree programs(including Executive Programs leading to a Master of BusinessAdministration, a Master of Science in technology management,or a Master of Science in information technology).Dual degree programs enable students to acquire two graduatedegrees for substantially fewer credits than would be requiredif the two degrees were earned separately. The Graduate Schoolalso offers more than 40 certificate programs in areas of distanceeducation, e-commerce, general management, information technologysystems, international management, and management oftechnological systems.The Graduate School also offers an accelerated route to teachercertification in Maryland, preparing students with a bachelor’sdegree education to teach in the Maryland public school system.Courses taken through this resident teacher certification programmay also be applied to either the Master of Arts in Teaching orthe Master of Education programs at UMUC.For more information, students should call 800-888-UMUC,ext. 2565, or e-mail gradschool@info.umuc.edu.6

School of Undergraduate StudiesThe mission of the School of Undergraduate Studies at Un i ve r s i t yof Ma ryland Un i versity College is to provide open access to qualityundergraduate educational opportunities to women and mena round the world, including residents of the state of Ma ry l a n d ,members of the U.S. Armed Se rvices, and national and internationalstudents pursuing a university education online. T h eSchool of Undergraduate Studies welcomes students and assiststhem as they enter and pro g ress through the unive r s i t y. It seeks top re p a re graduates who are and will become effective pro f e s s i o n a l sand citizens in their organizations, communities, and families.At the undergraduate level, UMUC offers the Associate of Arts(for active-duty military personnel only), the Bachelor of Arts,the Bachelor of Science, and the Bachelor of Technical andProfessional Studies degrees, as well as a wide range of undergraduatecertificates. The School of Undergraduate Studies is committedto meeting undergraduate students’ needs for lifelong learning byp roviding innova t i ve delive ry of high-quality educational p ro g r a m s ,ensuring substantive and re l e vant curricula, and recognizing thevalue of experiential learning.P R E P A R I N G C I T I Z E N S F O R T H E 2 1 S T C E N T U R YUMUC prepares graduates to be effective professionals and citizensin their organizations, communities, and families. The universityvalues the contributions of both a liberal education anddiverse disciplines to the undergraduate experience, and thusincorporates the fundamentals of liberal learning in all programsto complement practice.Instruction and curricula at UMUC are based on the belief thatcentral to all learning is the ability to participate in an increasinglyglobal and diverse society and to interact in civil and humaneways. UMUC also recognizes the value of historical insight whileensuring that its programs are contemporary in approach. Understandingthe importance of contemporary skills in informationacquisition and evaluation, effective writing, and technological fluen c y, the university expects students to master and practice thoseskills as part of their study toward their undergraduate degree. Infulfillment of these principles, UMUC provides undergraduatestudents with a broad foundation in general education and crosscurricularskills and knowledge.For their core academic studies, students may choose one of26 academic majors from a wide variety of academic fields,including business, computing, humanities, communications,biotechnology, social sciences, legal studies, environmental management,gerontology, and fire science. (A chart of available programsis on pp. 22–23.) Academic minors are available in 36 differentareas. The majors and minors provide focused courses ofstudy that are developed and kept current through consultationwith faculty, employers, professional and educational organizations,and other experts in the field. These academic programsprepare students for the modern workplace and also help workingstudents put their current knowledge into a broader context.Recognizing the importance of lifelong learning, UMUC alsooffers 43 undergraduate certificates covering specific content areasin business and management, communications, computing andtechnology, gerontology, paralegal studies, and science and security.Certificates are especially valuable for students who wish torefresh their skills and knowledge, advance to a higher level or differentspecialty in the workplace, or earn a credential for careeradvancement while progressing toward the bachelor’s degree. (Fulldescriptions of certificates begin on p. 95.) Courses toward thesecertificates may also be applied toward the bachelor’s degree.S E R V I N G N O N T R A D I T I O N A L S T U D E N T SUMUC welcomes all students and helps them achieve their educationalgoals but has a special focus on the needs of nontraditionalstudents. In fall 2004, the median age for students enrolledin UMUC’s stateside undergraduate programs was 32 years old.Seventy-nine percent of UMUC undergraduate students workfull-time, and 55 percent have at least one child.In recognition of the diverse educational goals and aspirations ofits students, the university uses a variety of strategies to ensureaccess and facilitate degree completion. Knowing that adult studentsbring experience as well as a willingness to learn, UMUCacknowledges the value of that experience by incorporating theassessment of nontraditional learning in the evaluation of students.Since adult students may have gained college-level learningfrom multiple sources, UMUC offers a number of innovativecredit options that recognize the learning achieved through workand life experience and accelerate progress toward the degree.These options include Cooperative Education, which offers creditfor new learning in the workplace, and Prior Learning, whichoffers credit for college-level learning acquired through previouslife or work experience (described on pp. 14–16). UMUC alsoaccepts credit from community college coursework and a varietyof other sources, including military service credit and credit byexamination (described on pp. 16–17).UMUC understands the demands of balancing work, family, andstudy and responds by offering undergraduate classes at convenientlocations and times, including evenings and weekends. Coursesare also provided in innovative formats, including acceleratedterms and online delivery. The rapid growth in undergraduateenrollments at UMUC testifies to the convenience, flexibility,and substantive content of its academic offerings in all formats.7

S C H O O L O F U N D E R G R A D U A T E S T U D I E SO N L I N E S T U D YUMUC’s role as a virtual and global university means that studentscan access and participate in the university experience fromany place in the state, the nation, or the world. UMUC’s awardwinningonline courses and programs offer a technology-enrichedexperience conducted by the same excellent faculty as its on-siteofferings. Classroom courses are also enriched by access to onlinematerials and resources.Most of UMUC’s degree and certificate programs are availableonline. Students may choose to pursue the entire degree online or“mix and match” online and on-site classes to suit their schedulesand preferences.Both classroom and online programs are supported by a full rangeof student services and academic resources—from extensive onlinelibrary databases to admission, advising, and registration—thatcan be accessed on-site, online, and by phone (details are onpp. 241–48).E D U C A T I O N A L PA R T N E R S H I P SUMUC is dedicated to collaboration and cooperation with otherMaryland educational institutions, both public and private, andactively seeks partnerships with those institutions to benefitMaryland citizens. For more than 50 years, UMUC has proudlyserved the U.S. military through its educational partnership inEurope and Asia. The university also reaches out through educationalcollaborations around the world.In support of the university’s mission to extend access to educationalopportunities to Maryland’s adult students, UMUChas formed alliances with nine Maryland community colleges(listed at right), enabling students to earn an associate’s degreeat an allied community college and finish a bachelor’s degree bycompleting upper-level coursework at UMUC. These alliancesoffer students a seamless transition between curricula thro u g hlinked degree programs. Nu m e rous locations in Ma ryland and theWashington, D.C., area and online courses enable students to completeassociate’s and bachelor’s degrees conveniently close to home.UMUC’s partnerships with Maryland community colleges haveexpanded further with the creation of several specialized programs.The Bachelor of Technical and Professional Studies inbiotechnology (described on p. 31) is a joint program with seve r a lcommunity colleges in Maryland. A special “2+2+1” program providesa fast track for students interested in teacher certification.Students who earn an associate’s degree in secondary educationfrom a Maryland community college may complete their bachelor’sd e g ree in English, history, or social sciences at UMUC and thenearn the Master of Arts in Teaching through UMUC’s GraduateSchool. Special UMUC scholarships are also available for graduatesf rom Ma ryland community colleges.Alliance partners includeAnne Arundel Community CollegeCarroll Community CollegeCollege of Southern MarylandCommunity College of Baltimore CountyFrederick Community CollegeHagerstown Community CollegeHarford Community CollegeMontgomery CollegePrince George’s Community C o l l e g eUMUC is a charter member of Ma ry l a n d Online, a consortium ofMa ryland community colleges and universities formed to encouragecollaboration among institutions across Ma ryland and to extendre s o u rces for the development and delive ry of online courses.UMUC also works to develop strong strategic partnerships withlocal and national leaders in business and industry, government,and nonprofit organizations and is an important partner in theregion’s economic development. An advisory council made upof corporate and nonprofit leaders assists the School of UndergraduateStudies in advancing the mission of UMUC. Consistentwith its mission of bringing convenient and relevant learningo p p o rtunities to the work f o rce, UMUC has developed strong re l a-tionships with many prominent employers in the area and aroundthe country, including the World Bank, Comcast, UAW-Ford,Northrop Grumman, and Hewlett Packard. UMUC has developeda certificate program with the National Volunteer FirefighterCouncil and other customized programs for employers and organizationsacross the country. The university has developed articulatedprograms with other educational institutions nationwide—from Honolulu Community College to New England Collegeof Finance—and internationally, including Far East NationalUniversity and Irkutsk State University in Russia.F O R M O R E I N F O R M A T I O NFor more information about UMUC and the School of Un d e r -graduate Studies, students should contact the university by phoneat 800-888-UMUC or by e-mail at u m u c i n f o @ u m u c . e d u .8

Admission and EnrollmentG E N E R A L I N F O R M A T I O N A N D O R I E N T A T I O NBefore the beginning of each semester, UMUC holds online openhouses and on-site orientations for new and prospective students.These events offer an opportunity to learn about UMUC and itsprograms, student services, academic and career options, facultymembers, and fellow students. Prospective students can be admittedand register for courses at these times.For general information, or to be directed to specific offices, studentsmay call 800-888-UMUC. Most offices are open weekdaysfrom 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m. eastern time.A D M I S S I O NAdmission Re q u i re m e n t sThe admission procedures of UMUC were designed to meet theneeds of adult, part-time students. Most applicants who have ahigh school diploma or the equivalent can be admitted eitheronline via the Web or in one visit during walk-in admission andregistration. In most cases, neither transcripts nor test scores arerequired. By the end of the first semester, a student who plans toearn a degree at UMUC must make sure that official transcriptshave been sent from each institution previously attended.Student StatusUpon being admitted to UMUC, students are assigned to oneof three status categories: regular, provisional, or semester-only.Admission of foreign-educated applicants is governed by requirementsgiven on p. 10.RegularA qualified applicant who wants to receive credit for courses(whether he or she intends to re c e i ve a degree or not) is admittedas a regular student. For financial aid purposes, a regular studentmust be seeking a degree or certificate at UMUC. Admission as aregular student is granted to applicants who submit a completed,signed application; pay the $30 admission fee; and fulfill the followingacademic re q u i rements that apply to their educational leve l :• Graduation from a regionally accredited or state-approved highschool in the United Statesor• Successful completion of the General Education Development(GED) examination with a total score of 225 and no individualtest score below 40 (for tests completed before January 2002) ora total score of 2250 and no individual test score below 410 (fortests completed after January 2002).To be granted regular admission status, students should havemaintained a cumulative grade point average of at least 2.0 (on a4.0 scale) in all college-level work attempted at other regionallyaccredited colleges and universities, including other UniversitySystem of Maryland institutions. However, an academic probationor dismissal that occurred at least two years before the date whenthe student applies for admission has no bearing on the student’sadmission status.Students are not required to submit official transcripts for admission.However, students must have all official documents of theireducational background on file by the end of the first semester ofattendance. Students who present at least 24 semester hours oftransferable college credit are not required to submit official highschool transcripts or GED scores.ProvisionalTwo types of students are admitted with provisional status: transferstudents who had a cumulative grade point average at their lastinstitutions of less than 2.0 (on a 4.0 scale) within the previoustwo years, and those who were academically dismissed within thepast two years from any institution regardless of their cumulativegrade point average. Students who were dismissed must wait atleast one semester (fall, spring, or summer) after their dismissal toapply for admission to UMUC.Provisional students may enroll for a maximum of 7 semester hoursduring a fall, spring, or summer semester. During their first semesterof enrollment at UMUC, provisional students must submittranscripts from all colleges and universities they have attended.If a provisional student’s semester grade point average at UMUCis less than 2.0, the student is placed on probation. If, while onprobation, the student’s semester grade point average is 2.0 or better,she or he returns to provisional status. If, while on probation,the student’s semester and cumulative grade point averages are lessthan 2.0, he or she is dismissed and must follow the standardreinstatement procedures that apply to all dismissed students. Aprovisional student’s status is automatically changed to regularafter the student has successfully completed 15 semester hours ofgraded coursework with a cumulative grade point average of 2.0or higher.Semester-OnlyInternational students in the following categories may be admittedfor one semester only: foreign-educated students who have notcompleted at least 24 semester hours of transferable collegecoursework and F-1 or J-1 visa holders (except in the circumstancesdescribed on the next page).9

A D M I S S I O N A N D E N R O L L M E N TTo be eligible to register for a subsequent semester, these studentsmust meet the following criteria:• Foreign-educated students who have not completed at least24 semester hours of transferable college coursework mustsubmit official transcripts verifying completion of the equivalentof a U.S. secondary education. While admitted for onesemester only, these students must follow the same restrictionsas provisional students.• F-1 or J-1 visa holders attending other schools must submit aletter of permission from their sponsoring institutions beforeregistration each semester. Current F-1 visa holders who areattending one of UMUC’s alliance schools or students in aUMUC program at the Universities at Shady Grove mustrequest an I-20 from UMUC.Admission re q u i rements for international students are given at right.Pro c e d u res for Ad m i s s i o nTo apply for admission, students must complete an undergraduateadmission application and pay the nonrefundable $30 fee. Beforeattempting to register, students must have been officially admittedto the university. Applications for admission may be submittedonline through the UMUC Web site (www.umuc.edu/prospect).Deadlines for admission and registration are listed in the currentundergraduate Schedule of Classes.Determination of Residency for Tuition PurposesAn initial determination of in-state or out-of-state status fortuition purposes is made when a student applies for admission.The determination made at that time remains in effect thereafterunless it is successfully challenged. The student is responsible forproviding the information necessary to establish eligibility for instatestatus. Official criteria for determining residency are in theappendices.Further information on tuition and fees may be found on p. 12.ReenrollmentStudents who have not attended UMUC for two years must file anew application with Undergraduate Admissions before they willbe allowed to register. However, they need not pay another applicationfee.Transfer from UMUC Europe or UMUC AsiaStudents who previously attended UMUC overseas and who wishto attend UMUC in the United States must complete an officialrelocation request form. This form is located on the Web sites ofthe overseas divisions. There is no fee for divisional transfers.Forwarding of Overseas Students’ RecordsRecords of students formerly enrolled in UMUC Europe orUMUC Asia are retained in the Office of Admission andRegistration of that program. If such a student later enrolls inUMUC stateside, the student’s records are then requested byUndergraduate Student Affairs. (Note: Records of students whoattended UMUC at its former campus in Schwäbisch Gmünd,Germany, are now retained at UMUC headquarters in Adelphi,Maryland.)Admission of College GraduatesA student who has received a bachelor’s degree from a U.S. institutionis automatically admissible to UMUC as a regular (undergraduate)student upon submission of the admission applicationand fee. A former graduate student in the University System ofMaryland whose time limit in a program has expired may also beadmitted as a regular (undergraduate) student. Students who havebeen admitted to UMUC as graduate students may take undergraduatecourses at the undergraduate rate of tuition. Coursestaken while in regular (undergraduate) status, however, cannotordinarily be applied to a graduate degree program.Students from Other USM InstitutionsUndergraduate students from other institutions of the UniversitySystem of Maryland may take undergraduate courses withoutapplying to UMUC. Instead, they must either submit a letter ofpermission from their department or complete a “Notification ofRegistration with University of Maryland University College”form, certifying good standing and eligibility to return to the lastinstitution attended. Graduate students from other institutions ofthe University System of Maryland may also take undergraduatecourses without applying to UMUC, but must pay graduatetuition and related fees. Transferability of academic work completedat UMUC is determined by the student’s home institution.Undergraduate courses taken by graduate students may not beapplied toward graduate degree requirements.Noncitizens and Foreign-Educated StudentsProspective students who are not U.S. citizens or who were educatedabroad will need to complete the following steps:1. If English is not the student’s native language, the student maynot be admitted until college-level proficiency in writtenEnglish is demonstrated in one of the following ways:• A score of at least 550 on a written version, 213 on acomputer-based version, or 79 on the Internet-based versionof the TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language),10

A D M I S S I O N A N D E N R O L L M E N T• A grade of C or higher in an English composition coursefrom an accredited U.S. college or university,or• Graduation from a U.S. high school or university.2. If the applicant has earned fewer than 24 semester hours at aU.S. college or university, completion of the equivalent of aU.S. secondary education must be verified by• An evaluation from the American Association of CollegiateRegistrars and Admissions Officers (AACRAO), the approvedinternational credential agency (specific information is availableon the UMUC Web site).or• Official transcripts showing successful completion of the U.S.GED exam with a total score of at least 225 and no individualtest score below 40 (for tests completed before January2002) or a total score of at least 2250 and no individual testscore below 410 (for tests completed after January 2002).Until this verification is received by UMUC, the student isadmitted provisionally, for one semester only, and may registerfor a maximum of 7 semester hours. Once verification isreceived, the student’s status is changed to regular and he orshe may register for up to 18 semester hours. Students are notpermitted to register for subsequent semesters until verificationis received.3. An applicant who is not a U.S. citizen must provide informationon visa or immigration status. To do so, the studentshould enclose with the admission application a copy of theirpermanent resident card, their visa and I-94 card, or anapproval notice from the U.S. Citizenship and ImmigrationServices noting their visa or immigration status.Applicants Previously Suspended or DismissedAn academic probation or dismissal from another institutionthat took place at least two years before the date when a studentapplies for admission has no bearing on the student’s admissionstatus. However, all students previously dismissed from UMUCmust apply for reinstatement.Applicants academically suspended or dismissed from other institutionswithin the previous two years, regardless of their cumulativegrade point average, may be admitted as provisional students.These students may apply for admission if at least one semester(fall, spring, or summer) has passed since they last attended anyinstitution. They must fulfill the requirements for provisional status.Details are given on p. 9.An applicant who has re c e i ved a disciplinary suspension or dismissalfrom another institution within the last three years may notbe considered for admission to UMUC until officials have thoroughlyre v i ewed the case. Such an applicant must make certain thatthe institution where the action was taken sends all re c o rds explainingthe circumstances directly to Undergraduate Admissions. T h elength of time necessary for the documents to be sent and re v i ewe dmay preclude the student’s registering during the term of initiala p p l i c a t i o n .Concurrent Secondary EnrollmentWith the recommendation of a high school guidance counselor,an academically gifted high school senior may carry a maximumof 7 credits per semester at UMUC while finishing work towarda high school diploma. At least a month before a term begins,UMUC must receive the student’s application for admission, theapplication fee, official high school transcripts, and written permissionfrom the appropriate officials at the high school. Such astudent is required to demonstrate a cumulative grade point averageof at least 3.5 (B+) in high school academic subjects. Afterbeing accepted, the student may continue to register as a “concurrentsecondary” student until graduation from high school. Forpurposes of categorization, the student is treated as having provisionalstatus.Golden Identification Card for Senior CitizensSenior citizens may qualify for admission and a Golden IdentificationCard. Participants in the Golden Identification Cardprogram may register for two courses that total up to 7 semesterhours each semester for credit, on a space-available basis, withoutpaying tuition. They may enroll at late registration only. Althoughthe late-registration fee is waived for senior citizens, they must payall other fees. Credits and fees associated with EXCEL ThroughExperiential Learning must also be paid.To qualify for the Golden Identification Card, the prospectivestudent must meet the following criteria:• Be a resident of Maryland,• Be a U.S. citizen or produce a resident alien card (formerlyan alien registration card),• Be 60 years of age by the beginning of the term being applied for,and• Not be employed more than 20 hours a week.Students may consult an advisor for further information.11

A D M I S S I O N A N D E N R O L L M E N TR E G I S T R A T I O NWays to Re g i s t e rRegistration begins each semester as soon as the course schedulebecomes available on the Web and continues until the start of thes e m e s t e r. A late fee is charged for registering after the regular re g i s-tration period. Students should check the current undergraduateSchedule of Classes for the deadlines for regular and late re g i s t r a t i o n .UMUC offers a number of ways to register for most courses,including telephone, on-site, and online registration. Detailedinformation and instructions are available each semester onlineat www.umuc.edu/students/register and in the undergraduateSchedule of Classes.Withdrawals or Dropped CoursesStopping payment on checks for registration fees, or not paying atregistration, does not constitute an official withdrawal or re l i e ve thestudent of his or her financial obligation to UMUC. Ne ver attendingor ceasing to attend class(es) does not constitute a withdrawal.Students who officially withdraw from a course after the scheduleadjustment period receive a mark of W (described on p. 236).Undergraduate students must officially withdraw no later thantwo weeks (14 days) before the final class. For accelerated courses,a withdrawal must be submitted before the close of business onthe first day of class.Policies and procedures for withdrawing from a course are availableonline at www.umuc.edu/students/schadj.html.The Waiting ListIf a class is already full at the time of registration, the student has theoption of placing his or her name on a waiting list for that class.Waiting List PoliciesRe g a rdless of how the student registers, the following policies apply:• Students may put their name on the waiting list for only sixcourses or sections.• Students may not attend a class for which they are on the waitinglist.• Faculty members and academic advisors are not authorized toadd students to a closed class.• If a space becomes available, the first student on the waitinglist will automatically be registered for it, and the charge willappear on his or her account. An e-mail will be sent to notifythe student of the enrollment. If that student is ineligible forenrollment (because he or she has not met prerequisites or isenrolled in another class that conflicts in time), the space willgo to the next person on the waiting list.Students who no longer want a class should remove their namefrom the waiting list to prevent the possibility of automaticenrollment.F I N A N C I A L I N F O R M A T I O NTuition and Fe e sAll tuition and applicable fees must be paid in full at re g i s t r a t i o n ,unless the student is enrolled in UMUC’s intere s t - f ree monthlypayment plan. Students registering by phone via IRIS are granteda certain number of days for payment to be re c e i ved. (If paymentis not re c e i ved by the specified deadline, the registration may bec a n c e l e d .)Payment may be made by cash, check, money ord e r, or Ma s t e r C a rdor Visa credit cards. Checks should be payable to Un i versity ofMa ryland Un i versity College. Students who qualify for tuitionassistance, financial aid, or veterans benefits should consult thea p p ropriate sections. Students interested in the monthly paymentplan, administered by Academic Management Se rvices (AMS),should contact AMS at 800-635-0120 or visit w w w. a m s we b. c o mon the We b.Schedule Ad j u s t m e n tStudents may make certain adjustments to their schedule throughthe end of late registration. The schedule-adjustment optionsavailable include changing a section, dropping a class, or addinga class. Students may drop a class or change a grading optionwithout charge. Information on schedule adjustment is availableonline at www.umuc.edu/students/schdadj.html.12

A D M I S S I O N A N D E N R O L L M E N TCurrent Tuition and FeesTuition rates and fees are published each semester in the undergraduateSchedule of Classes and are available on the Web atwww.umuc.edu/tuition. Students should review the fee schedulecarefully to see which ones apply. Fees are commonly chargedfor applications for admission and graduation, late registration,laboratory use (in science and some computer courses), make-uptesting, transcripts, and various options for earning credit (suchas Cooperative Education, Experiential Learning, and credit byexamination). There is also a service charge for dishonored checks.Re f u n d sA student who withdraws from a course before the first class meetingwill receive a full tuition refund. A student who withdrawsafter classes begin will be refunded a portion of the tuition, theamount to be determined by the date of the withdrawal. Refundsfor Cooperative Education courses follow university policy andare based on the date the student registered for the course. Theschedule for partial refunds is given in the current undergraduateSchedule of Classes.If the tuition for a student who withdraws was paid by employercontract, the refund is returned to the employer. If the aid was apartial payment, the aid is returned to the employer, and excesspayments are refunded to the student. Financial aid awards maybe canceled or reduced for financial aid recipients who withdrawfrom classes. Financial aid recipients should check with a financialaid advisor when withdrawing from a course to determine theimpact on their awards.No offer of financial aid is considered an active, final award untilthe refund period has ended. Students who withdraw before theend of that period are liable for all costs incurred and are billedaccordingly.Di s h o n o red ChecksFor each check returned unpaid by the payer’s bank (whetherbecause of insufficient funds, stopped payment, postdating, ordrawing against uncollected items), UMUC assesses a servicecharge of $25 (over and above any service charges levied by thefinancial institution).A student who stops payment on a check for tuition is therebyneither disenrolled nor relieved of responsibility for paying tuitionand fees. Anyone whose checks for tuition or fees remain dishonoredmay be barred from classes.Indebtedness to the Un i ve r s i t yStudents who incur debts to UMUC must clear them to be permittedto register. Requests for services, including transcripts anddiplomas, are denied until all debts have been paid. Outstandingdebts are collected against refunds due the student. After a reasonableperiod of time, uncollected debts are forwarded to theCentral Collection Unit of the State Attorney General’s Office.The Board of Regents has authorized UMUC to charge students’delinquent accounts for all collection costs incurred by UMUC.The normal collection fee is 17 percent plus attorney and/or courtcosts. Delinquent students are reported to a credit bureau.Em p l oye r - Provided Tuition AssistanceIf an employer is going to pay for part or all of a student’s tuition,at the time of registration the student must submit two copies ofa document (purchase order, tuition assistance form, or contracton company letterhead) containing the following information:• A specific description of types of fees and charges (suchas tuition, application fee, late-registration fee, or books)and the amount to be assumed by the employer.• The student’s name and student identification number.• The semester or term covered by the document.• The billing address.• The signature and telephone number of the authorizing official.A student who does not have an authorizing document at thetime of registration must pay the bill in full and arrange for directreimbursement from the employer. UMUC cannot issue refundsfor authorizing documents submitted after registration.No credit is granted for any fees unless specified. If specified inthe authorizing document, the student may charge books andsupplies for 15 days after the end of each registration period.After that time, the student must pay for the books. The studentmust submit a separate copy of the authorizing document to aparticipating bookstore (listed at www.umuc.edu/gen/options.html)when charging books.Documents that restrict payment or are in any way conditionalwill not be accepted. If the employer does not pay UMUCwithin 75 days of the date on the bill, the student is responsiblefor payment.13

A D M I S S I O N A N D E N R O L L M E N TW AY S O F E A R N I N G C R E D I TUMUC is unlike any other institution of higher education inthe world in its combination of access with academic quality. Itopens doors to learning by taking education to students whereverthey may be. Because UMUC understands the importance of lifelonglearning, it has established academic policies that encouragethe appropriate use of transfer credit from other institutions.Recognizing that adult students bring to the university not onlya willingness to learn but also an educational history informed byexperiential learning, it incorporates the assessment of nontraditionallearning (i.e., learning gained outside the classroom) intothe evaluation of students.C l a s s room and Online St u d yUMUC uses every feasible instructional delivery mechanism orplatform to extend degree opportunities to students. Students takeUMUC courses in classrooms at locations in Maryland and thenational capital region; in classrooms on U.S. military basesthroughout Europe and Asia through long-standing partnershipswith overseas military commands; and at work sites through contractualarrangements with employers. Students also can “attendclass” from anywhere in the world by connecting electronicallyvia the Internet.UMUC courses observe the same standards of quality regardlessof delivery format. Any given course maintains the same courseobjectives and requirements, awards the identical amount of academiccredit, and may be applied toward the same undergraduatedegrees whether it is delivered in a stateside classroom, overseas,or on the Internet.L e a rning Gained T h rough Ex p e ri e n c eLearning acquired outside the college classroom may be assessedfor credit toward a degree at UMUC. There are two ways studentscan make use of life experience for possible college credit: PriorLearning and Cooperative Education. Details on each method follow.Advisors can help in determining the best routes to use infulfilling any academic plan.Prior LearningStudents may earn credit for college-level learning acquired outsidethe classroom through two avenues: course-challenge examinationsand EXCEL Through Experiential Learning. As many as30 semester hours may be earned through a combination ofcourse-challenge examinations and EXCEL and applied towardthe bachelor’s degree. However, no more than half the creditsrequired for an undergraduate major, minor, or certificate programmay be earned through Prior Learning (EXCEL and coursechallengeexaminations) and credit by examination (described onp. 17). Any excess credits awarded are applied where appropriatein the student’s program of study.Course-Challenge ExaminationsUMUC credit can be earned for any undergraduate course forwhich UMUC can prepare and administer a suitable examination(called a course-challenge examination). Advisors and PriorLearning office staff can inform students about specific coursesthat may not be challenged by examination. Degree-seeking studentsat UMUC who have received an official evaluation of transfercredit and have a cumulative grade point average of at least2.0 in UMUC coursework should carefully review the rules, procedures,and limitations at www.umuc.edu/coursechallenge beforeapplying online.Credit may be applied toward a first or second bachelor’s degree.No exam may be taken more than twice, and course-challengeexaminations may not be taken for courses for which the studenthas previously enrolled. Only one course in a sequence may betested at one time, and students may not take an exam for acourse that is prerequisite for a higher-level course they havealready taken.Credit earned by course-challenge examination earns a lettergrade, according to the exam score, that is computed in the gradepoint average. However, this credit may not be applied to therequirement for graded coursework in the student’s major.Exams may only be canceled before the student receives the exam.Refunds are given only if a suitable exam cannot be prepared.More information on course-challenge examinations may beobtained by visiting the UMUC Web site at www.umuc.edu/coursechallenge or by calling 800-888-UMUC, ext. 7755.EXCEL Through Experiential LearningEXCEL Through Experiential Learning is a unique way for studentsto demonstrate and earn credit for college-level learningthey have gained from work, community or political involvement,or other noncollegiate experiences. To be eligible for EXCEL, studentsmust• Complete an EXCEL application.• Complete an orientation (available online).• Meet basic standards in writing (either by having taken a collegewriting course or by qualifying for ENGL 101 on theEnglish placement test).• Be in good academic standing at UMUC (not on academicwarning or probation).• Have submitted all transcripts, exam scores, and military occupationalspecialty (MOS) scores to the Registrar’s Office for anofficial evaluation of transfer credit.14

A D M I S S I O N A N D E N R O L L M E N TEnrollment in EXCL 301 Learning Analysis and Planning isrequired. In this 3-credit course, the student prepares a portfoliodescribing and documenting college-level learning gained frompast experiences. Because EXCL 301 is a demanding and complexcourse, students should not register for more than one othercourse during the semester in which they are enrolled in EXCL301. After receiving credit for EXCL 301, students may not enrollin the class again.EXCL 301 is graded on an S/D/F basis (explained on p. 235). Ifthe quality of work in the portfolio merits a grade of C or higher,a grade of S is awarded and the portfolio is forwarded for creditevaluation. Faculty members from the appropriate disciplinesassess the portfolio and recommend whether to award credits.Credit earned as a result of portfolio evaluation also earns a gradeof S. The S grade is not computed in the grade point average andis not applicable toward honors.Experiential-learning credits may be awarded at both the upper andl ower levels. Although a maximum of 30 credits may be earnedt h rough EXCEL, the average award is between 15 and 18 cre d i t s .These credits are considered UMUC resident credit. Howe ve r, theydo not fulfill re q u i rements for graded coursew o rk and so may note xceed half the total credits for a major, minor, or certificate.Credit for EXCL 301 is charged at the current tuition rate. Fees arealso charged for enrollment in the program, portfolio eva l u a t i o n ,any additional evaluations, and credits awarded. Golden ID studentsand those receiving financial aid must pay all EXCEL fees.Students should carefully review the requirements, rules, andprocedures for EXCEL. More information may be obtained atwww.umuc.edu/priorlearning or by calling 800-888-UMUC,ext. 7755.Cooperative EducationCooperative Education (Co-op) extends education beyond thetraditional classroom experience by taking it into the workplace.Co-op offers an opportunity for students to gain experience andadvance in a career field while earning upper-level college creditto complete their bachelor’s degree.To be eligible for Co-op, students must• Be seeking a degree from UMUC.• Have completed 30 semester hours toward a degree and at least9 semester hours of credit in the discipline in which they planto gain Co-op experience.• Have a GPA of 2.5 or better at UMUC.• Be working in a position directly related to their field of studythat offers opportunity for significant new learning and professionalexposure.A learning contract that outlines the new learning to be acquiredas a result of the work experience is developed by the student withthe assistance of a faculty member. The work experience may bepaid or unpaid, full-time or part-time. In addition to completingthe objectives specified in the learning contract, students arerequired to communicate with their Co-op faculty sponsor andcomplete five academic assignments.Normally, Co-op sessions last 15 weeks. Either 3 or 6 semesterhours of credit may be earned during a Co-op session. For 3 credits,at least 12 hours per week must be devoted to tasks providingnew learning, for a total of at least 180 hours during the Co-opsession; four new learning tasks must be delineated in the learningproposal; and the course requirements must be completed. For6 credits, at least 20 hours per week must be devoted to newtasks, for a total of at least 300 hours during the session; five toeight new tasks must be delineated; and course requirementsmust be completed.Co-op internship experiences are available in a variety of courseformats in all undergraduate disciplines. Co-op courses are listedwith the designator of the individual academic discipline and arenumbered 486A for 3 credits and 486B for 6 credits (for example,BMGT 486A or BMGT 486B). Credit for the Co-op course ischarged at the current tuition rate, and an administrative fee ischarged each time a student enrolls.A standard letter grade is awarded for successful completion of theCo-op course. A maximum of 15 Co-op credits may be appliedt ow a rd the completion of a first bachelor’s degree and 9 cre d i t st ow a rd a second bachelor’s degree. Co-op courses may not be usedto satisfy general education re q u i rements. Unless otherwise specified,no more than 6 Co-op credits may be applied to the academicmajor and minor combined. Co-op credit is considered UMUCresident credit but does not fulfill re q u i rements for graded coursewo rk. Students are encouraged to consult an advisor to determineh ow Co-op credits will help them complete degree re q u i re m e n t s .15

A D M I S S I O N A N D E N R O L L M E N TStudents should carefully review the requirements, rules, andprocedures for Co-op. More information may be obtained atwww.umuc.edu/coop or by calling 800-888-UMUC, ext. 7780.Ex t e rnal So u rces of College Cre d i t(Further details and regulations are given in Appendix B andAppendix C.)UMUC will not award credit for courses that repeat work doneelsewhere. Students who have earned credit at other colleges oruniversities are responsible for determining whether courses theyplan to take at UMUC would duplicate any previously earnedcredit. Students who are in doubt should consult an advisorbefore registering.Credit by TransferCredit toward a UMUC degree may be assigned for work completedthrough the kinds of institutions described in the followingsections. As many as 45 semester hours of these transfercredits may be counted toward the associate’s degree; as manyas 90 semester hours may be counted toward a bachelor’s degree.A student who wants to transfer credit from other institutions toUMUC should request a review of previous credit from an enrollmentspecialist to determine the applicability of those credits to adegree from UMUC. No transfer credit is accepted without officialtranscripts.Credits earned at other institutions during a period of disciplinarysuspension or dismissal from UMUC are not accepted in transfer.Credit from Other Colleges and UniversitiesWhen the grade earned was at least C, transfer credits fromregionally accredited two- and four-year colleges and universitiesmay be accepted for courses that apply to the student’s curriculumand do not duplicate other courses for which credit has beenawarded. Transfer credit for another institution’s course-challengeexaminations and prior learning program may be accepted if it islisted on the transcript with a passing grade.Credit from Junior Colleges and Community CollegesA total of 60 semester hours of credit from two-year institutions(junior colleges or community colleges) may be applied toward ab a c h e l o r’s degree at UMUC. A student who has already completed60 semester hours may not apply further credit from a junior collegeor a community college to a degree from UMUC. ( St u d e n t swho have re c e i ved an Associate of Arts or Associate of Science degre ef rom a Ma ryland public community college may be allowed to applyup to 70 semester hours of credit from that degree tow a rd an art i c u-lated bachelor’s degree program at UMUC.)A student who initially enrolled in the public community colleges ofMa ryland will be admitted to UMUC in conformance with the policydeveloped and approved by the Ma ryland Higher Ed u c a t i o nCommission. (Details are given in the section on transfer policies inthe appendices.) Students participating in one of the communitycollege alliances with UMUC should consult with their advisors atboth institutions if they plan to enroll in courses at both institutionsc o n c u r re n t l y.Educational Experiences in the Armed ServicesUMUC grants credit for study completed in service schools andin Military Occupational Specialties (MOSs) on the basis of therecommendations by the American Council on Education (ACE)in its Guide to the Evaluation of Educational Experiences in theArmed Services. Such credit is granted only if it is applicableto the student’s chosen curriculum. UMUC generally acceptsrecommendations of ACE for lower-level and upper-level credit.Recommendations made by ACE for vocational or technicalcredit are considered on the same basis as, and with the samelimitations as, those placed on nonmilitary sources of credit.Community College of the Air ForceUMUC awards credit for study at technical schools of theU.S. Air Force in accordance with recommendations from theCommunity College of the Air Force (CCAF). Credits must beapplicable to the student’s chosen curriculum at UMUC, mustmeet other UMUC requirements for transfer credit, and are subjectto the same limitations as those placed on nonmilitary credit.• All credit from the CCAF is lower level and is applicable onlyto freshman and sophomore requirements.• Since the CCAF records satisfactorily completed courses asS (satisfactory) and specifies that S equals a grade of C or better,credit may be applied wherever appropriate in the UMUCcurriculum. Courses that are vocational or technical may beused only as electives and only toward the BS degree, up to amaximum of 21 semester hours.Servicemembers Opportunity CollegeAs a designated four-year Servicemembers Opportunity College(SOC), UMUC provides opportunities for men and women inthe military services to complete educational programs throughvarious modes of instruction scheduled at times appropriate totheir duty assignments. The SOC institutions have also developeda series of degree networks that correspond to Army, Navy, CoastGu a rd, and Marine career specialties and lead to associate’s degre e s(SOCAD-2, SOCNAV-2, SOCCOA S T-2, and SOCMAR-2programs) and bachelor’s degrees (SOCAD-4, SOCNAV-4,SOCCOAST-4, and SOCMAR-4 programs). The SOC conceptitself was developed jointly by educational representatives fromeach of the military services, from the U.S. Departmentof Defense, and from 13 of the nation’s leading associationsof higher education.16

A D M I S S I O N A N D E N R O L L M E N TVocational and Technical CreditVocational and technical credit from regionally accredited institutionsor American Council on Education–approved organizations,when applicable, may be accepted as elective credit only.This credit may be applied toward a degree at UMUC, up to thefollowing limits:• Associate’s degree: A maximum of 12 semester hours.• Bachelor’s degree: A maximum of 21 semester hours of coherentlyrelated work, creditable toward the BS or BTPS only(not the BA).Noncollegiate CoursesUMUC will accept for credit professional (not technical) noncollegiatecourses applicable to the student’s curriculum that havebeen evaluated by either (1) ACE (if the courses are listed in theNational Guide to Educational Credit for Training Programs) or(2) the University of the State of New York National Programon Noncollegiate Sponsored Instruction (if listed in its CollegeCredit Recommendations).Credit by ExaminationUMUC may award as many as 60 semester hours of credit byexamination toward the bachelor’s degree (30 semester hourstoward the associate’s degree), provided that (1) there is no duplicationof other academic credit, and (2) the scores presented meetUMUC standards.Examinations may include the Advanced Placement examinationsadministered by the College Board, the College-LevelExamination Program (CLEP), Defense Activity for Non-Traditional Education Support (DANTES) examinations, andExcelsior College Examinations. UMUC also accepts credit forprofessional examinations listed in the ACE Guide to EducationalCredit by Examination. As many as 30 semester hours of examinationcredit awarded by other regionally accredited institutionsmay be accepted for courses that appear on an official transcriptwith a grade of C or better. Students who have questions aboutcredit by examination are encouraged to consult an advisor.s c o res have been re c e i ved, an advisor will determine whether theymeet the standards established at UMUC for granting AP cre d i t ,and how much credit may be award e d .Credit earned by advanced placement may be used to completemajors or minors or as electives.College-Level Examination ProgramUp to 24 semester hours may be awarded for general examinationsin the College-Level Examination Program (CLEP). Thescores must meet UMUC standards. UMUC may award 3 semesterhours each for the English examination and the mathematicsexamination, and 6 semester hours for the examinations in naturalscience, social sciences and history, and humanities.Successful completion of certain subject-area examinations isanother way of earning college credit. Advisors can furnish details.DANTES ExaminationsCredit may be awarded for successfully completing certain SubjectStandardized Tests of DANTES (formerly known as USAFI).Advisors have information on which tests are acceptable.Excelsior College ExaminationsStudents may earn credit for successfully completing subject testsoffered by Excelsior College. Tests are available in various areas ofthe arts and sciences, as well as in business. Scores must meetUMUC standards. Advisors can furnish details.Advanced PlacementAdvanced placement and college credit may be granted to studentson the basis of scores on a College Board AdvancedPlacement (AP) examination. These examinations are normallyadministered to eligible high school seniors during the May precedingmatriculation in college.A student intending to transfer AP credit that was awarded atanother college or similar institution must have a transcript of thoses c o res sent directly to UMUC from the College Board. When those17

Bachelor’s Degree RequirementsAt the undergraduate level, UMUC offers the Bachelor of Arts (BA),Bachelor of Science (BS), and Bachelor of Technical and Pro f e s s i o n a lStudies (BTPS) degrees, as well as 43 certificates. The Associate ofA rts degree and several other certificates are available only to active -duty military personnel.Except for those programs limited to active-duty military personnelor others who conform to special stipulations, current UMUCd e g ree programs are open to UMUC students anywhere in theworld. Howe ve r, offerings sufficient to complete eve ry program maynot be available at eve ry location. Students should consult advisorsand site-specific materials to determine which programs they maynormally expect to complete from their geographic location.Re q u i rements for degrees va ry according to the major and minor.The re q u i rements that all candidates for the bachelor’s degree mustmeet are summarized in the following sections.E X P E C T A T I O N SUMUC aims to produce graduates who are well prepared to beresponsible citizens of a global society as well as effective participantsin the complex, fast-changing world of work. A bachelor’sdegree from UMUC offers a multidimensional experience, combininga solid educational foundation with cross-curricularbreadth and focused study in an academic discipline. Throughthat experience, UMUC graduates develop and demonstrate thehallmarks of the educated person: intellectual ability, curiosity,and flexibility; fundamental skills in reasoning, analysis, investigation,and expression; understanding of the principles of scientificand intellectual inquiry; awareness of global and historicalcontext; and civic and ethical responsibility.UMUC demands that students meet expectations in specific corelearning areas across the bachelor’s degree as well as within themajor disciplines. The UMUC degree begins with basic intellectualtools, ensuring through the general education and crosscurricularrequirements that students are able to• Demonstrate competence in effective writing and oralcommunication.• Understand information technology broadly enough to applytechnology productively to academic studies, work, and everydaylife; recognize when information technology would assist orimpede the achievement of a goal; and adapt to the changes inand advancement of information technology.• Demonstrate competence in information literacy by usinglibraries and other information resources to locate, evaluate,and use needed information effectively.• Demonstrate knowledge of other cultures and the ability torespond appropriately to a variety of cross-cultural situations.• Demonstrate the application of mathematical and numericalreasoning skills.• Demonstrate the ability to understand key concepts and principlesof the natural, social, and behavioral sciences and applythese principles appropriately within their lives.• Demonstrate knowledge of relationships to other times and cultures,past and present, and an appreciation of major contributionsof various events and individuals to human civilization;gain a chronological knowledge of the past and/or factualknowledge of a specific historical period; and study historicaltopics, trends, or events in the context of other disciplines tofoster an understanding of issues of cause and effect.• Demonstrate an understanding of their roles and responsibilitiesas citizens, including the ability to think critically and systematicallyabout the consequences of their actions on the environment,both physical and social; knowledge of governance, society,and ethical issues that enable students to develop informedjudgments and negotiate different perspectives; and understandingthat will enable them to function responsibly as civicallyengaged citizens able to contribute meaningfully to society.These core learning areas are further promoted by integrationthroughout all programs. UMUC conducts learning outcomesassessments to measure and improve student learning in theseareas as well as in specific disciplinary knowledge and skills.In pursuit of an academic major (and minor), the UMUC studenta c q u i res mastery of a considerable body of knowledge in a specificacademic subject area or group of related subjects. Each major andminor provides clearly articulated objectives for the know l e d g e ,skills, and abilities a student acquires in completing the major.R E Q U I R E M E N T SIn general, the UMUC degree requirements that apply to a studentare those that were in effect when the student began continuousenrollment in any public institution of higher education inMaryland (including UMUC). If the student has not been continuouslyenrolled, the requirements that apply are those in effectat UMUC when the student resumes continuous enrollment. Tobe considered continuously enrolled, degree-seeking students mustbe or have been enrolled at UMUC or another Maryland publicinstitution of higher education and have had no more than twosequential years of nonenrollment. When a continuously enrolledstudent chooses to change his or her degree program, the studentmay be subject to all degree requirements in effect at the time ofthe change.The following requirements for the BA, BS, and BTPS are applicableto students who enroll on or after August 1, 2005.18

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E R E Q U I R E M E N T SGENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTSSemester HoursSemester HoursA. Communications 12ENGL 101/101X (3 s.h.)Must be completed within first 18 s.h. Placement test required.May not be earned through credit by examination.Another writing course (3 s.h.)All 3-credit COMM courses (except COMM 300, 379A, 380, 400, 486A,486B, and 493); ENGL 102, 278F, 291, 294, 303, 391/391X, 480, 482,483, 485, and 493; and JOUR 201 apply.A third course in writing or a course in speech communication (3 s.h.)All COMM and SPCH courses (except 486A and 486B); ENGL 102,278F, 281, 281X, 291, 294, 303, 384, 391/391X, 480, 482, 483, 485,and 493; and JOUR 201 apply.An upper-level intensive writing course (3 s.h.)ENGL 391/391X and COMM 393/393X and 394/394X apply.May not be earned through credit by examination.No more than 3 s.h. of writing credit may be earned throughcredit by examination.B. Arts and Humanities 6One course each in two of the following disciplines: ARTH,ARTT, HIST, HUMN, MUSC, PHIL, THET, dance, literature,or foreign languageC. Behavioral and Social Sciences 6One course each in two of the following disciplines: ANTH, BEHS,CCJS (CCJS 100, 105, 330, 350, 360, 432, 451, 452, 453, 454, and461 only), ECON, GEOG, GERO (except GERO 341, 342, 351, and353), GVPT, PSYC, or SOCYD. Biological and Physical Sciences 7A science lecture course (3 s.h.) with related laboratory course (1 s.h.)or a science course combining lecture and laboratory (4 s.h.)Any other science course (3 s.h.)Courses from the following disciplines satisfy both requirements: ASTR,BIOL, BSCI, CHEM, GEOL, NSCI, PHYS, biotechnology, botany,entomology, general science, and zoology.E. Mathematics 3MATH 105, MATH 106, MATH 107, or a course at or above thelevel of college algebraMust be completed within first 18 s.h. Placement test required.Note: M ATH 107 or any higher-level mathematics course is re q u i red formajors in all computing areas and most business-related areas. Studentsshould refer to the specific major for requirements or recommendations.F. Interdisciplinary or Emerging Issues 7For all students: One course (LIBS 150) in information literacy and re s e a rc hmethods (1 s.h.), which must be completed within the first 18 s.h.For computing majors: One course satisfying the international perspectiverequirement and one course satisfying the civic responsibility perspectiverequirement (6 s.h.) Applicable courses are listed on p. 21.For noncomputing majors: A total of 6 s.h. in computing courses asfollows:• IFSM 201 (3 s.h.)• An additional computing course appropriate to the academic major (3 s.h.)Students should refer to the specific major for requirements or recommendations.Unless otherwise specified, upper- or lower-level courses inCMIS, CMIT, CMSC, CMST, and IFSM; ACCT 326; and LGST 360and 363A apply. Note: IFSM 300 or ACCT 326 is required for businessrelatedmajors.CROSS-CURRICULAR PERSPECTIVE REQUIREMENTSUnless otherwise specified, these requirements may be satisfied anywherein the degree (within the general education requirements or major,minor, or elective courses). A given course may be applied to only oneof the cross-curricular requirements, even though it may appear on morethan one list.A. Historical Perspective 3One course that offers a historical perspective (3 s.h.)The historical perspective requirement may be met by any 3-creditHIST or ARTH course (except ARTH 100).B. International Perspective 3One course that offers an international perspective (3 s.h.)The international perspective requirement may be met by 3 s.h. of aforeign language. A list of other approved international perspectivecourses is found on p. 21. Computing majors must satisfy this requirementwithin the general education requirements.C. Civic Responsibility Perspective 3One course that offers a perspective on civic responsibility (3 s.h.)A list of approved civic responsibility perspective courses is found onp. 21. Computing majors must satisfy this requirement within thegeneral education requirements.Total General Education and Cross-CurricularPerspective Requirements 41–5019

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E R E Q U I R E M E N T SMAJOR, MINOR, AND ELECTIVER E Q U I R E M E N T SSemester HoursA. Academic Major 30–38The number of semester hours re q u i red to complete an academic majorvaries according to academic program. At least half the semester hoursearned within the major must be upper-level credit (i.e., in courses numbe red 300 and higher) and must be earned through UMUC. No grademay be lower than C. Specific coursew o rk is prescribed for each majorand is described in the following chapter. Students may re c e i ve a dualmajor upon completion of all re q u i rements for both majors, includingthe re q u i red minimum number of semester hours for each major;h owe ve r, the same course may not be used to fulfill re q u i rements form o re than one major.B. Academic Minor 15–19Choosing a minor is strongly encouraged even though it is optionalfor all but accounting majors. Students may not take a major andminor in the same area and may not re c e i ve a dual minor. The numberof semester hours re q u i red to complete an academic minor varies accord -ing to academic program. At least half the semester hours earned withinthe minor must be upper level (unless otherwise specified) and must beearned through UMUC. No grade may be lower than C. Specific coursewo rk is prescribed for each minor and is described in the following chapter.C. Electives 15–49Electives may be taken in any academic discipline. No more than21 semester hours may consist of vocational or technical credit (describedon p. 17); such credit is applicable only tow a rd the BS or BTPS andnot tow a rd the BA. Pass/fail credit, up to a maximum of 18 s.h., maybe applied tow a rd electives only.Total Major, Minor, and Elective Requirements 70–79Overall Bachelor’s Degree RequirementsIn addition to the general education and cross-curricular perspectiverequirements and the major, minor, and elective requirementslisted on pp. 19–20, the overall requirements listed below pertainto all bachelor’s degrees.1. Students must complete a minimum of 120 semester hoursof credit.2. Students must maintain a minimum grade point average of2.0 (C) overall and a minimum grade of C (2.0) for anycourse applied to the academic major or minor.3. Within the 120 semester hours required, the following courseworkmust be taken through UMUC:• 30 semester hours (normally the final 30)• Half of the required number of semester hours within boththe major and the minor• 15 semester hours at the upper level (i.e., earned in coursesnumbered 300 to 499), preferably within the major orminor4. At least 45 semester hours must be upper-level credit andinclude• At least one-half of the semester hours required for the major• 3 semester hours in intensive writingThe remaining upper-level hours may be earned in any partof the curriculum.5. At least half the required number of semester hours for anyacademic major or minor must be earned through gradedcoursework, including at least one course taken throughUMUC. Credit earned by examination, portfolio assessment,internships/Cooperative Education, or noncollegiate trainingdoes not count as graded coursework.Total Degree Requirements120 s.h.20

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E R E Q U I R E M E N T SSecond Bachelor’s DegreeAt UMUC, students who have already received a bachelor’s degreef rom UMUC or from another regionally accredited institution canb roaden their education by earning a second bachelor’s degree witha different major. Howe ve r, students may not earn a second bachelo r’s degree with a double major.A student must have re c e i ved the first bachelor’s degree to be eligibleto begin a second. For a second bachelor’s degree, the student needsto complete at least 30 semester hours through UMUC after completingthe first degree. The combined credit in both degrees mustadd up to at least 150 semester hours.Students must complete all requirements for the major, as wellas an upper-level intensive writing course, IFSM 201 (except forcomputing majors), an international perspective course, and acivic responsibility perspective course. If any of these requirementswere satisfied in the previous degree, the remainder n e c e s s a ry tocomplete the minimum 30 semester hours of new courses shouldbe satisfied with courses related to the major. For purposes ofdetermining what major requirements apply to a given student,the applicable date is the date the student started coursework atUMUC after being admitted into the second undergraduate degre ep rogram. As with other degrees, continuous enrollment at UMUCis re q u i red. A minimum grade point average of 2.0 in all coursestaken through UMUC is re q u i red for graduation.To qualify for academic honors in a second bachelor’s degree, the studentmust complete at least 45 new semester hours through UMUCwith the requisite grade point ave r a g e .All students need to be aware of what is entailed in a second bachelor’sd e g ree. Be f o re beginning work or considering nontraditional optionst ow a rd a second degree, each student should consult an academica d v i s o r. Advisors will be glad to explain the re q u i rements for a secondb a c h e l o r’s degree and clarify its limitations.C R O S S - C U R R I C U L A R P E R S P E C T I V E C O U R S E C H O I C E SThe following course lists apply to requirements effective fall2005. Students who began continuous enrollment before fall2005 should contact an academic advisor to confirm whethertheir course choices apply to requirements. No course may beused to fulfill more than one of the cross-curricular perspectiverequirements, even though it may appear on more than one list.Historical PerspectiveAny 3-credit HIST or ARTH course (except ARTH 100)International PerspectiveAny foreign language courseAny ASTD courseACCT 425 International AccountingANTH 102 Introduction to Anthropology:Cultural Anthropology and LinguisticsANTH 344 Cultural Anthropology and LinguisticsBMGT 392 Global Business ManagementENGL 454 Modern DramaGVPT 200 International Political RelationsHUMN 351 Myth and CultureMRKT 454 Global MarketingSPCH 482 Intercultural CommunicationCivic Responsibility PerspectiveBMGT 496 Business EthicsENGL 406 Shakespeare: Power and JusticeGVPT 100 Principles of Government and PoliticsGVPT 403 Law, Morality, and WarHUMN 311 Workplace EthicsIFSM 304 Ethics in the Information AgeNSCI 361 Global Environmental ChangeNSCI 362 Environmental Change and SustainabilityPHIL 140 Contemporary Moral IssuesSPCH 426 Negotiation and Conflict Management21

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E R E Q U I R E M E N T SPRO GRA M CHOICESDiscipline Major Minor Certificate(s)Accounting p. 25 p. 26 Introductory accounting, p. 96Advanced accounting, p. 96African American studies p. 27Art p. 27 Computer graphics and design, p. 98Web design, p. 114Art history p. 28Asian studies p. 29 p. 30Biology p. 31 Bio-security, p. 97Biotechnology p. 31Business administration p. 33 p. 34 Business project management, p. 97E-commerce in small business, p. 102Management foundations, p. 107Women in business, p. 115Business law and public policy p. 35Business supply chain management p. 35 E-commerce in small business, p. 102E-commerce management, p. 103Communication studies p. 36 p. 38 Negotiation and conflict management, p. 108Workplace communications, p. 115Computer and information science p. 39 Database design and implementation, p. 101Object-oriented design and programming, p. 108Software engineering, p. 111Visual Basic programming, p. 113Web programming, p. 114Computer information technology p. 40 Computer networking, p. 99Computer science p. 42 Object-oriented programming using Java, p. 109Computer studies p. 43 p. 44 Computer applications, p. 98Desktop publishing, p. 102Internet technologies, p. 106Visual Basic programming, p. 113Criminal justice p. 45 p. 46 Correctional administration, p. 99Security management, p. 110Security operations, p. 111Customer service management p. 47 Customer service communications, p. 100Customer service management, p. 100Economics p. 48English p. 48 p. 5022

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E R E Q U I R E M E N T SPROG RAM CH OICES (c o n t i n u e d )Discipline Major Minor Certificate(s)Environmental management p. 50 p. 52 Environmental and occupational healthand safety management, p. 103Finance p. 52 p. 54 Financial management, p. 104Fire science p. 55 p. 56 Public fire-protection management and administration, p. 110Forensics p. 57General studies p. 58Systems approach to fire safety, p. 111Gerontology p. 59 p. 60 Gerontology, p. 104Global business and public policy p. 61Government and politics p. 63 Terrorism and institutions: Prevention and response, p. 112History p. 63 p. 65Humanities p. 65 p. 66Human resource management p. 67 p. 69 Human resource management, p. 105Information systems management p. 70 Database management, p. 101International business management p. 71Journalism p. 72Information assurance, p. 105Information management, p. 106Project management for IT professionals, p. 110Technology and management, p. 112UNIX system administration, p. 113Legal studies p. 73 Paralegal studies, p. 109Management studies p. 75 p. 76 Management foundations, p. 107Marketing p. 77 p. 78Mathematical sciences p. 79Microbiology p. 80Technology and management, p. 112Natural science p. 80 Laboratory management, p. 107Psychology p. 81 p. 83Social science p. 83Sociology p. 85Spanish Workplace Spanish, p. 115Speech communication p. 85 Negotiation and conflict management, p. 108Strategic and entrepreneurial management p. 86 E-commerce in small business, p. 102Women’s studies p. 87 Women in business, p. 11523

Bachelor’s Degree CurriculaM A J O R S A N D M I N O R SThe academic major re q u i res 30 to 38 semester hours of cre d i t ,while the minor (optional) re q u i res 15 to 19 semester hours. Halfof the credit applied tow a rd any major must be upper level, andat least half of the credit for any major or minor must be takent h rough UMUC. At least half of the credit applied tow a rd a majoror minor must be earned through graded coursew o rk. A maximumof six 1-semester-hour courses may be applied to a major or minor.Majors and minors are described in the following section.MajorsEach major is available only for the Bachelor of Arts (BA),the Bachelor of Science (BS), or the Bachelor of Technical andProfessional Studies (BTPS) degree. Dual majors are only ava i l -able for the Bachelor of Science degree.Available for the BAAsian studies*Communication studiesEnglishHistoryHumanitiesAvailable for the BSAccountingBusiness administrationComputer and information scienceComputer information technologyComputer scienceComputer studiesCriminal justiceEnvironmental managementFinanceFire scienceGeneral studies**GerontologyGlobal business and public policyHuman resource managementInformation systems managementLegal studiesManagement studiesMarketingPsychologySocial scienceAvailable for the BTPSBiotechnology*MinorsAcademic minors are strongly recommended but optional. Theyare available in the following areas:AccountingAfrican American studiesArtArt historyAsian studiesBiologyBusiness administrationBusiness law and public policyBusiness supply chain managementCommunication studiesComputer studiesCriminal justiceCustomer service managementEconomicsEnglishEnvironmental managementFinanceFire scienceForensicsGerontologyGovernment and politicsHistoryHumanitiesHuman resource managementInternational business managementJournalismManagement studiesMarketingMathematical sciencesMicrobiologyNatural sciencePsychologySociologySpeech communicationStrategic and entrepreneurial managementWomen’s studies* Students should consult an advisor before selecting this major.** Students should consult an advisor before selecting this major.General studies is not available for a double major.24

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L AD E S C R I P T I O N S O F M A J O R S A N D M I N O R SAccountingStudents may seek either an academic major or minor in accounting.Major in Ac c o u n t i n gThe accounting major focuses on the processes for analyzing andre p o rting the economic activities of organizations and communicatingthat information to decision makers. The accounting curriculumincludes studies in managerial accounting, budgeting, accountingsystems, internal controls, financial analysis, financial re p o rt i n g ,internal and external auditing, taxation, international accounting,and accounting issues related to for-profit, not-for-profit, and governmentorganizations.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a major in accounting will beable to• Employ critical-thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skillsto resolve complex business and accounting issues.• Use clear and concise communication to convey re l e vant financialand nonfinancial information to the target audience so that decisionmakers can formulate informed decisions and take action.• Utilize technology (such as computers, accounting software,information databases, and the World Wide Web) to facilitateand enhance accounting and financial reporting processes.• Identify the appropriate managerial and business issues critical toanalyzing accounting data and other information used for identifyingand assessing opportunities and risks, developing organizationalplans, allocating re s o u rces, and accomplishing objective s .• Apply relevant accounting principles and standards to specificbusiness activities and workplace situations.• Employ national, international, and historical perspectives toanalyze accounting and business issues.• Identify ethical issues associated with accounting and businesssituations and apply appropriate principles of ethics and civicresponsibility.• Use analytical and research tools to monitor evolving accountingstandards and practices and to maintain professional skillsin a changing business environment.• Apply the interpersonal and leadership skills expected of today’saccounting professional.Degree RequirementsA degree with a major in accounting requires the successfulcompletion of 120 semester hours of coursework, including54 semester hours for the major and mandatory minor inbusiness administration (indicated by ◆), 41 semester hours ingeneral education re q u i rements, and 25 semester hours in elective sand other re q u i rements. At least 18 semester hours in the majormust be earned in upper-level courses (numbered 300 or above).The following course sequence will fulfill all the re q u i rements forthe BS in accounting. Since some recommended courses fulfillm o re than one re q u i rement, substituting courses for those listedmay make it necessary to take additional courses to meet degre ere q u i rements. Students should consult an advisor whenever takinga d vantage of other options. Information on alternate courses (wherea l l owable) to fulfill general education re q u i rements (in communications,arts and humanities, behavioral and social sciences, biologicaland physical sciences, mathematics, and interd i s c i p l i n a ry issues) andc ross-curricular re q u i rements (in civic re s p o n s i b i l i t y, historical, andinternational perspectives) may be found on p. 19.Accounting Major CoursesSemester HoursFirst Courses (to be taken within the first 18 semester hours)Note: Placement tests are required for math and Englishcomposition courses.LIBS 150 Information Literacy and Research Methods 1ENGL 101/101X Introduction to Writing 3MATH 107 College Algebra 3or a higher-level math courseBMGT 110 Introduction to Business and Management 3(strongly recommended elective for studentswith no prior business experience)◆ ACCT 220 Principles of Accounting I 3Introductory Courses (to be taken within the first 30 semester hours)◆ ACCT 221 Principles of Accounting II 3ECON 201 Principles of Macroeconomics 3(related requirement for the major; also fulfillsthe first general education requirementin behavioral and social sciences)NSCI 100 Introduction to Physical Science 3and NSCI 101 Physical Science Laboratory 1or other course(s) to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical scienceswith related laboratoryENGL 291 Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writingIFSM 201 Introduction to Computer-Based Systems 3Foundation Courses (to be taken within the first 60 semester hours)PHIL 140 Contemporary Moral Issues 3or a foreign language courseor other ARTH, ARTT, HIST, HUMN,MUSC, PHIL, THET, dance, or literaturecourse to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in arts and humanities◆ STAT 230 Business Statistics 3or STAT 200Introduction to StatisticsECON 203 Principles of Microeconomics 3(related requirement for accounting major)25

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L APSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology 3or SOCY 100Introduction to Sociologyor other course to fulfill the second general educationrequirement in behavioral and socialsciences (discipline must differ from first)BIOL 101 Concepts of Biology 3or ASTR 100Introduction to Astronomyor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical sciences◆ ACCT 310 Intermediate Accounting I 3HIST 142 Western Civilization II 3or HIST 157 History of the United States Since 1865or other course(s) to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in arts and humanities(discipline must differ from first) and the crosscurricularrequirement for historical perspective◆ ACCT 321 Cost Accounting 3SPCH 100 Foundations of Speech Communication 3or COMM 390 Writing for Managersor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing or speechACCT 326 Accounting Information Systems 3or IFSM 300Information Systems in OrganizationsAdditional Required Courses (to be taken after introductory andfoundation courses)◆ BMGT 364 Management and Organization Theory 3◆ ACCT 311 Intermediate Accounting II 3◆ ACCT 323 Taxation of Individuals 3◆ BMGT 496 Business Ethics 3◆ ACCT 422 Auditing Theory and Practice 3COMM 394/394X Business Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/upper-levelintensive writing◆ ACCT 425 International Accounting 3or other course(s) to fulfill the cross-curricularrequirement for international perspective andmajor requirement for upper-level coursework◆ Any upper-level ACCT course (supplemental course for major) 3◆ BMGT 340 Business Finance 3◆ Any upper-level ACCT course (supplemental course for major) 3◆ BMGT 380 Business Law I 3◆ Any upper-level ACCT course (supplemental course for major) 3◆ MRKT 310 Marketing Principles and Organization 3Additional Elective Courses (to be taken in the last 60 hours alongwith required major courses) 19Capstone Course for Major (to be taken in the last 30 semester hours)◆ ACCT 495 Contemporary Issues in Accounting Practice 3Total credits for BS in accounting 1 2 0Minor in Ac c o u n t i n gThe accounting minor complements the skills the student gainsin his or her major discipline by providing a study of how theaccounting environment measures and communicates the economicactivities of organizations to enable stakeholders to makeinformed decisions regarding the allocation of limited resources.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a minor in accounting will beable to• Employ critical-thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skillsto resolve business and accounting issues.• Use clear and concise communication to convey re l e vant financialand nonfinancial information to the target audience so that decisionmakers can formulate informed decisions and take action.• Utilize technology (such as computers, accounting software,information databases, and the World Wide Web) to facilitateand enhance accounting and financial reporting processes.• Apply relevant accounting principles and standards to specificbusiness activities and workplace situations.• Identify ethical issues associated with accounting and businesssituations and apply appropriate principles of ethics and civicresponsibility.Requirements for the MinorA minor in accounting requires the completion of 15 semesterhours of coursework in accounting, at least 9 of which must beearned in upper-level courses (numbered 300 or above). Specificcourse requirements are listed below. If a specific course requiredfor the minor is taken instead to satisfy re q u i rements for the major,another course in the same discipline should be substituted tofulfill the required minimum number of semester hours for theminor. Any course used to replace an upper-level course shouldalso be classified as upper level.For a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree, studentsshould refer to their major and pp. 19–20.Accounting Minor CoursesSemester Hours(to be taken in the the last 60 semester hours with requiredand supplemental major courses)Required CoursesACCT 220 Principles of Accounting I 3ACCT 221 Principles of Accounting II 3ACCT 321 Cost Accounting 3Supplemental CoursesUpper-level ACCT course 3Upper-level ACCT course 3Total credits for minor in accounting 1 526

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L AAfrican American StudiesStudents may seek an academic minor in African American studies.Minor in African American St u d i e sThe African American studies minor complements the skills thestudent gains in his or her major discipline by offering an interdisciplinaryapproach to study of the contemporary life, history,and culture of African Americans.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a minor in African Americanstudies will be able to• Discuss the diversity and historical development of the AfricanAmerican experience.• Explain aspects of the cultural and historical expression of theAfrican American experience.• Demonstrate an understanding of fundamental interdisciplinarymethods, research, and topics relevant to African Americanstudies.Requirements for the MinorA minor in African American studies re q u i res the completion of15 semester hours of coursew o rk focusing on African Americanissues, drawn from various disciplines as appropriate; at least9 of these semester hours must be earned in upper-level courses(numbered 300 or above). Specific course requirements are listedbelow. If a specific course required for the minor is taken insteadto satisfy requirements for the major, another course in the samediscipline should be substituted to fulfill the required minimumnumber of semester hours for the minor. Any course used to re p l a c ean upper-level course should also be classified as upper leve l .For a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree, studentsshould refer to their major and pp. 19–20.African American Minor Courses(to be taken in the the last 60 semester hours with requiredand supplemental major courses)Semester HoursIntroductory CourseAASP 201 Introduction to African American Studies 3Social Science Supplemental CoursesA social science course chosen from the following: 3CCJS 370 Race, Crime, and Criminal JusticeGVPT 272 Politics of Race Relations in the United StatesGVPT 434 Race Relations and Public LawSOCY 423 Ethnic MinoritiesSOCY 424 Sociology of Race RelationsA second social science course chosen from the above list 3Humanities Supplemental CoursesA humanities course chosen from the following: 3ENGL 234 Introduction to African American LiteratureENGL 363 African American Authors to 1900ENGL 364 African American Authors Since 1900HIST 255 African American HistoryHIST 372 Legacy of the Civil Rights MovementHIST 460 African American Life: 1500 to 1865HIST 461 African American Life Since 1865MUSC 436 Jazz: Then and NowA second humanities course chosen from the above list 3Total credits for minor in African American studies 1 5ArtStudents may seek an academic minor in art.Minor in ArtThe art minor complements the skills the student gains in his orher major discipline by offering an aesthetic and personal explorationof imagery, media, and composition through a balance ofart theory and practice.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a minor in art will be able to• Understand models of artistic expression and be able to demonstratethat understanding through various media, includingdrawing, painting, and graphics and design.• Articulate the language of art as a continuation of the developmentof aesthetic sensibilities, individual goals, and personalstyles.• Select and unify concepts, ideas, and images in creative visualcomposition.• Acquire the techniques of a variety of visual media and materials,including new technologies.Requirements for the MinorA minor in art requires the completion of 15 semester hours ofart coursework, including 3 semester hours in art theory and12 semester hours in art media covering drawing, painting, andgraphics and design; at least 9 semester hours must be earned inupper-level courses (numbered 300 or above). Specific courseselections are listed on the next page. If a specific course requiredfor the minor is taken instead to satisfy re q u i rements for the major,another course in the same discipline should be substituted tofulfill the required minimum number of semester hours for the27

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L Aminor. Any course used to replace an upper-level course shouldalso be classified as upper level.For a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree, studentsshould refer to their major and pp. 19–20.Art Minor Courses(to be taken in the the last 60 semester hours with requiredand supplemental major courses)Semester HoursArt Theory CourseOne course chosen from the following: 3ARTT 100 Two-Dimensional Art FundamentalsARTT 150 Introduction to Art TheoryARTT 200 Elements of Three-Dimensional Form and SpaceARTT 220 Color in CompositionARTT 250 Elements of Commercial DesignARTT 468 Seminar: Interrelationship Between Artand Art TheoryDrawing CourseOne course chosen from the following: 3ARTT 110 Elements of Drawing IARTT 210 Elements of Drawing IIARTT 418 DrawingPainting CourseOne course chosen from the following: 3ARTT 320 Elements of PaintingARTT 428 PaintingARTT 470 WatercolorGraphics and Design CourseOne course chosen from the following: 3ARTT 354 Elements of Computer GraphicsARTT 479 Advanced Computer GraphicsCOMM 493 Graphics/Text IntegrationSupplemental CourseAn additional upper-level supplemental course chosenfrom any of the above lists 3Total credits for minor in art 1 5Art HistoryStudents may seek an academic minor in art history.Minor in Art Hi s t o ryThe art history minor complements the skills the student gains inhis or her major discipline by developing skills in historical andcultural interpretation and critical analysis of works of architecture,sculpture, painting, and the allied arts.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a minor in art history will beable to• Demonstrate visual and critical abilities.• Relate direct observation to appropriate historical, political,social, and environmental contexts.• Study original works of art in local museums and electronicimages from museums worldwide.• Enhance intensive research and writing skills.Requirements for the MinorA minor in art history requires the completion of 15 semesterhours in art history, including one 3-credit course focusing oneach of the following periods: ancient world (pre–Common Era),premodern (Common Era to 1850), and modern (after 1850).At least 9 semester hours must be earned in upper-level courses(numbered 300 or above). If a specific course required for theminor is taken instead to satisfy requirements for the major,another course in the same discipline should be substituted tofulfill the required minimum number of semester hours for theminor. Any course used to replace an upper-level course shouldalso be classified as upper level.For a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree, studentsshould refer to their major and pp. 19–20.28

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L AAsian StudiesStudents may seek an academic major or minor in Asian studies.Major in Asian St u d i e sThe Asian studies major provides an interdisciplinary overviewof the history, business, economics, politics, and culture of theAsian/Pacific region. It examines that region’s rich past and continuingcontributions to the global community. The curriculumreflects this commitment to cultural awareness and scholarlyanalysis within the format of Asian life and influence.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a major in Asian studies willbe able to• Demonstrate understanding of the historical and culturaldimensions of Asia.• Think critically and perform research in Asian studies.• Demonstrate effective communication skills, both orally andin writing, within the sphere of Asian economic, political, cultural,and historical developments.• Demonstrate an understanding of Asian social, political, andeconomic structures and their local and global influences.• Demonstrate fluency in technology appropriate for research,study, and communication in relation to Asian studies.• Demonstrate competence in an Asian language.• Demonstrate a knowledge of ethical and social responsibilityissues within an Asian context.Degree RequirementsA degree with a major in Asian studies re q u i res the successful completionof 120 semester hours of coursew o rk, including 30 semesterhours for the major (indicated by ◆); 41 semester hours in generaleducation re q u i rements; and 49 semester hours in the minor, electi ves, and other degree re q u i rements. At least 15 semester hours inthe major must be earned in upper-level courses (numbered 300 ora b ove).The following course sequence will fulfill all the re q u i rements forthe BA in Asian studies. Since some recommended courses fulfillm o re than one re q u i rement, substituting courses for those listedmay make it necessary to take additional courses to meet degre ere q u i rements. Students should consult an advisor whenever takinga d vantage of other options. Information on alternate courses (wherea l l owable) to fulfill general education re q u i rements (in communications,arts and humanities, behavioral and social sciences, biologicaland physical sciences, mathematics, and interd i s c i p l i n a ry issues)and cross-curricular re q u i rements (in civic re s p o n s i b i l i t y, historical,and international perspectives) may be found on p. 19.Asian Studies Major CoursesSemester HoursFirst Courses (to be taken within the first 18 semester hours)Note: Placement tests are required for math andEnglish composition courses.LIBS 150 Information Literacy and Research Methods 1ENGL 101/101X Introduction to Writing 3MATH 105Mathematics: Contemporary Topicsand Applications 3or MATH 106 Finite Mathematicsor a higher-level math courseIntroductory Courses (to be taken within the first 30 semester hours)PHIL 140 Contemporary Moral Issues 3or ENGL 240Introduction to Fiction, Poetry, and Dramaor other ARTH, ARTT, HIST, HUMN,MUSC, PHIL, THET, dance, literature, orforeign language course to fulfill the first generaleducation requirement in arts and humanitiesBIOL 101 Concepts of Biology 3and BIOL 102 Laboratory in Biology 1or other course(s) to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical scienceswith related laboratoryENGL 291 Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writingGVPT 170 American Government 3or other ANTH, BEHS, ECON, GEOG,GVPT, PSYC, SOCY, or eligible GERO orCCJS course to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in behavioral and social sciencesIFSM 201 Introduction to Computer-Based Systems 3◆ ASTD 150 Introduction to Asian Studies I 3◆ JAPN 111 Elementary Japanese I 3or KORN 111 Elementary Korean Ior other Asian language course for majorFoundation Courses (to be taken within the first 60 semester hours)◆ ASTD 160 Introduction to Asian Studies II 3ANTH 102Introduction to Anthropology: CulturalAnthropology and Linguistics 3or other course to fulfill the second general educationrequirement in behavioral and socialsciences (discipline must differ from first)NSCI 100 Introduction to Physical Science 3or ASTR 100Introduction to Astronomyor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical sciencesHIST 141 Western Civilization I 3or HIST 142Western Civilization IIor other course(s) to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in arts and humanities(discipline must differ from first) and the crosscurricularrequirement in historical perspectiveIFSM 304 Ethics in the Information Age 3or other course(s) to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in interdisciplinary issues/computing and the cross-curricular requirementin civic responsibility29

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L ASPCH 100 Foundations of Speech Communication 3or COMM 380 Language in Social Contextsor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing or speech◆ JAPN 112 Elementary Japanese II 3or KORN 112 Elementary Korean II(second Asian language course required for major)◆ PHIL 307 Asian Philosophy 3Additional Required Courses (to be taken after introductoryand foundation courses)ENGL 391/391X Advanced Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationre q u i rement in communications/upper-leveli n t e n s i ve writing◆ ASTD 309 Business in Asia 3or other supplemental major course chosen from the following:Any upper-level ASTD, JAPN, or KORN courseANTH 417 Peoples and Cultures of East AsiaECON 380 Comparative Economic SystemsECON 484 The Economy of ChinaGVPTAny Asian government courseHISTAny Asian history courseHUMN 312 Ethics and ReligionHUMN 350 The Religious Quest◆ JAPN 114 Elementary Japanese III 3or KORN 114 Elementary Korean III(third Asian language course required for major)◆ JAPN 333 Japanese Life and Culture I 3or KORN 333 Korean Life and Cultureor other supplemental major course from above list◆ ASTD 397 Anthropology of Asian Religions 3or other supplemental major courseMinor and/or Elective Courses (to be taken in the last 60 hours along withrequired major courses) 49Capstone Course for Major (to be taken in the last 30 semester hours)◆ ASTD 485 Great Issues in Asian Studies 3Total credits for BA in Asian studies 1 2 0Minor in Asian St u d i e sThe Asian studies minor complements the skills the student gainsin his or her major discipline by providing an interdisciplinarystudy of the cultural, historical, political, and contemporary businessreality of the Asian/Pacific world.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a minor in Asian studies will beable to• Examine and analyze aspects of Asian history, politics, business,economics, and society.• Examine and analyze aspects of Asian culture.• Hone analytical, research, and writing skills within Asiacenteredtopics and themes.Requirements for the MinorA minor in Asian studies requires the completion of 15 semesterhours of coursework in Asian studies, drawn from various disciplinesas appropriate. At least 9 semester hours must be earnedin upper-level courses (numbered 300 or above). Specific courserequirements are listed below. If a specific course required forthe minor is taken instead to satisfy requirements for the major,another course in the same discipline should be substituted tofulfill the required minimum number of semester hours for theminor. Any course used to replace an upper-level course shouldalso be classified as upper level.For a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree, studentsshould refer to their major and pp. 19–20.Asian Studies Minor CoursesSemester Hours(to be taken in the the last 60 semester hours with requiredand supplemental major courses)Introductory CourseASTD 150 Introduction to Asian Studies I 3or ASTD 160Introduction to Asian Studies IISupplemental Minor CoursesAny course chosen from those applicable to the Asianstudies major 3Any upper-level course chosen from those applicableto the Asian studies major 3Any upper-level course chosen from those applicableto the Asian studies major 3Any upper-level course chosen from those applicableto the Asian studies major 3Total credits for minor in Asian studies 1 530

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L ABiologyStudents may seek an academic minor in biology.Minor in Bi o l o gyThe biology minor complements the skills the student gains inhis or her major discipline by providing an underlying scientificbase upon which to build a career in the life sciences, allied healthfields, bioinformatics, environmental management, science journalism,or science education.BIOL 215 Population Biology and General EcologyBIOL 220 Human GeneticsBIOL 222 Principles of GeneticsBIOL 226 EvolutionBIOL 320 Forensic BiologySupplemental CoursesAny upper-level BIOL course 3Any upper-level BIOL course 3Any upper-level BIOL course 3Total credits for minor in biology 1 6ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a minor in biology will be able to• Demonstrate an understanding of the basic structure and functionof living organisms, including the principles of molecularand cellular biology, inheritance, evolution, and ecology.• Perform standard laboratory procedures and apply the scientificmethod, as appropriate.• Apply basic scientific knowledge to problems encountered inmedicine, public health, biotechnology, agriculture, and environmentalscience.Requirements for the MinorA minor in biology requires the completion of 16 semester hoursof coursework in biology, at least 9 of which must be earned inupper-level courses (numbered 300 or above). Specific courserequirements are listed below. If a specific course required forthe minor is taken instead to satisfy requirements for the major,another course in the same discipline should be substituted tofulfill the required minimum number of semester hours for theminor. Any course used to replace an upper-level course shouldalso be classified as upper level.For a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree, studentsshould refer to their major and pp. 19–20.Biology Minor CoursesSemester Hours(to be taken in the the last 60 semester hours with requiredand supplemental major courses)Required Foundation Course(s)Either BIOL 101 Concepts of Biology 3and BIOL 102 Laboratory in Biology 1or BIOL/BSCI 105 Principles of Biology ICore CourseOne course chosen from the following: 3BIOL 160 Human BiologyBIOL 164 Introduction to Human Anatomy and PhysiologyBIOL 201 Human Anatomy and Physiology IBIOL 211 Environmental ScienceBiotechnologyStudents who have completed an associate’s degree in biotechnologyor a related field from a community college with whichUMUC has an articulation agreement for this major may seekan academic major in biotechnology. Students should consultan advisor before electing this major.The major in biotechnology is based on collaborative arrangementbetween UMUC and specific Maryland community colleges.Students with a similar degree from another institution maybe considered for this program only based on an institutionalarticulation agreement with UMUC.Major in Bi o t e c h n o l o gyThe biotechnology major is designed to build on the technical andscientific knowledge gained through the associate’s degree pro g r a mand direct experience in the field. It combines laboratory skills andapplied coursew o rk re l e vant to the biotechnology industry withe x t e n s i ve biotechnology internship experience and upper-level study.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a major in biotechnology will beable to• Understand and explain the basic principles of biotechnology,cell biology, genetics, microbiology, and molecular biology.• Perform standard laboratory procedures employed in academic,industry, and government biotechnology and molecular biologylaboratories.• Apply the principles of biotechnology to problems encounteredin medicine, public health, research and development, agriculture,industrial and commercial production, and environmentalscience.31

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L ADegree RequirementsA degree with a major in biotechnology re q u i res the successful completionof 120 semester hours of coursew o rk from UMUC and thecollaborating community college, including 36 semester hours forthe major (indicated by ◆); 41 semester hours in general educationre q u i rements; and 43 semester hours in the minor, electives, andother degree re q u i rements. At least 18 semester hours in the majormust be earned in upper-level courses (numbered 300 or above).The following course sequence will fulfill all the re q u i rements forthe BTPS in biotechnology if the student selects appropriate coursesas part of the articulated degree program from the communitycollege. Since some recommended courses fulfill more than onere q u i rement, substituting courses for those listed may make itn e c e s s a ry to take additional courses to meet degree re q u i re m e n t s .Students should consult an advisor whenever taking advantage ofother options. Information on alternate courses (where allow a b l e )to fulfill general education re q u i rements (in communications, art sand humanities, behavioral and social sciences, biological and physicalsciences, mathematics, and interd i s c i p l i n a ry issues) and cro s s -curricular re q u i rements (in civic re s p o n s i b i l i t y, historical, andinternational perspectives) may be found on p. 19.Biotechnology Major CoursesSemester HoursRequired Courses from Community College◆ Lower-level coursework in the following areas: 15General microbiology with labGeneral genetics with labBiotechnology techniquesAdditional coursework related to biotechnology 17Selected from biotechnology, biochemistry, cell biology, chemistry, genetics,immunology, microbiology, molecular biology, physics, or virology, as specified bythe articulated associate’s degree program (should also fulfill general educationrequirements in biological and physical sciences)First Courses (to be taken within the first 18 semester hours at UMUC if notbrought in transfer)Note: Placement tests are required for math and English composition courses.LIBS 150 Information Literacy and Research Methods 1ENGL 101/101X Introduction to Writing 3MATH 105Mathematics: Contemporary Topics andApplications 3or MATH 106 Finite Mathematicsor a higher-level math courseIntroductory and General Education Courses (to be taken withinfirst 30 semester hours)IFSM 201 Introduction to Computer-Based Systems 3ENGL 291 Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writingGVPT 170 American Government 3or other ANTH, BEHS, ECON, GEOG,GVPT, PSYC, SOCY, or eligible GERO orCCJS course to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in behavioral and social sciencesPHIL 140 Contemporary Moral Issues 3or a foreign language courseor other ARTH, ARTT, HIST, HUMN,MUSC, PHIL, THET, dance, or literaturecourse to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in arts and humanitiesPSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology 3or SOCY 100Introduction to Sociologyor other course to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in behavioral and socialsciences (discipline must differ from first)HIST 142 Western Civilization II 3or HIST 157 History of the United States Since 1865or other course(s) to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in arts and humanities(discipline must differ from first) and the crosscurricularrequirement in historical perspectiveSPCH 100 Foundations of Speech Communication 3or COMM 390 Writing for Managersor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing or speechIFSM 304 Ethics in the Information Age 3or other course(s) to fulfill the second general educationrequirement in interdisciplinary issues/computing and the cross-curricular requirementin civic responsibilityANTH 344 Cultural Anthropology and Linguistics 3or SPCH 482Intercultural Communicationor other course to fulfill the cross-curricularrequirement in international perspectiveRequired Upper-Level Courses for Major (to be taken after introductoryand foundation courses)COMM 393/393X Technical Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/upper-levelintensive writing◆ BIOL 350 Molecular and Cellular Biology 3◆ BIOL 400 Life Science Seminar 3◆ BIOL 362 Neurobiology 3or other supplemental major course chosen from the following:BIOL Any course numbered 320, 330–339,350–359, 430–439NSCI 301 Laboratory Organization and Management◆ BIOL 320 Forensic Biology 3or other supplemental major course from above list◆ BIOL 422 Epidemiology of Emerging Infections 3or other supplemental major course from above listMinor and/or Elective Courses (to be taken in the last 60 hours along withrequired major courses) 30Internship for Major (to be taken in the last 30 semester hours)◆ Internship through Cooperative Education 6(course numbered 486A/B in any discipline, but learning proposal must showrelation to biotechnology major)Total credits for BTPS in biotechnology 1 2 032

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L ABusiness AdministrationStudents may seek either an academic major or minor in businessadministration.Major in Business Ad m i n i s t r a t i o nThe business administration curriculum includes studies inaccounting, business law and public policy, business supply chainmanagement, customer service and operations management, ethicsand social re s p o n s i b i l i t y, finance, human re s o u rce management andlabor relations, international business, strategic and entre p re n e u r i a lmanagement, organizational behavior, marketing and sales, and statisticalanalysis. A major in business administration pre p a res graduatesfor business- and management-related careers in for-profit andn o t - f o r - p rofit organizations and the public sector, encouraging criticalthinking and problem solving.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a major in business administrationwill be able to• Use critical-thinking skills in conducting research in businessand management.• Apply analytical and problem-solving skills in resolving businessmanagement problems and issues.• Identify and apply key concepts and theories in business andmanagement.• Articulate the domestic and global dimensions of and influenceson business and management.• Employ effective communication skills, orally and in writing,consistent with the business and professional environment.• Use computer applications and technology currently in theworkplace.• Assess philosophies of ethics and social responsibility relevantto business and management.• Develop innovative leadership and team-management skills necessaryfor success in a diverse and changing workplace.• Recognize the history and development of theories and conceptsin business management, accounting, economics, statistics,finance, marketing, human resource management, businesslaw, and strategic management and apply these theories andconcepts to various business situations.• Evaluate ethical, social, civic, cultural, and political issues asthey relate to business operations, human resources and humanfactors, information systems, governmental regulation, anddomestic and international ventures.• Apply appropriate information technology to analyze problemsand issues, develop business research, report key data, and recommendmanagement strategy and action plans.Degree RequirementsA degree with a major in business administration re q u i res the successfulcompletion of 120 semester hours of coursew o rk, including36 semester hours for the major (indicated by ◆); 41 semesterhours in general education re q u i rements; and 43 semester hoursin the minor, electives, and other degree re q u i rements. At least18 semester hours in the major must be earned in upper-leve lcourses (numbered 300 or above).The following course sequence will fulfill all the re q u i rements forthe BS in business administration. Since some recommended coursesfulfill more than one re q u i rement, substituting courses for thoselisted may make it necessary to take additional courses to meetd e g ree re q u i rements. Students should consult an advisor wheneve rtaking advantage of other options. Information on alternate courses( w h e re allowable) to fulfill general education re q u i rements (in communications,arts and humanities, behavioral and social sciences,biological and physical sciences, mathematics, and interd i s c i p l i n a ryissues) and cross-curricular re q u i rements (in civic re s p o n s i b i l i t y, historical,and international perspectives) may be found on p. 19.Business Administration Major CoursesSemester HoursFirst Courses (to be taken within the first 18 semester hours)Note: Placement tests are required for math and English composition courses.LIBS 150 Information Literacy and Research Methods 1ENGL 101/101X Introduction to Writing 3MATH 107 College Algebra 3or a higher-level math course◆ BMGT 110 Introduction to Business and Management 3(students with business experience should substitutesupplemental major course in the last 60 hours ofstudy)Introductory Courses (to be taken within the first 30 semester hours)ECON 201 Principles of Macroeconomics 3(related requirement for the major; also fulfillsthe first general education requirement inbehavioral and social sciences)NSCI 100 Introduction to Physical Science 3and NSCI 101 Physical Science Laboratory 1or other course(s) to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical scienceswith related laboratoryENGL 291 Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writingIFSM 201 Introduction to Computer-Based Systems 3◆ ACCT 220 Principles of Accounting I 3PHIL 140 Contemporary Moral Issues 3or a foreign language courseor other ARTH, ARTT, HIST, HUMN,MUSC, PHIL, THET, dance, or literaturecourse to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in arts and humanities33

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L AFoundation Courses (to be taken within the first 60 semester hours)◆ STAT 230 Business Statistics 3or STAT 200Introduction to StatisticsPSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology 3or SOCY 100Introduction to Sociologyor other course to fulfill the second general educationrequirement in behavioral and socialsciences (discipline must differ from first)◆ ACCT 221 Principles of Accounting II 3BIOL 101 Concepts of Biology 3or ASTR 100Introduction to Astronomyor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical sciencesECON 203 Principles of Microeconomics 3(related requirement for major)HIST 142 Western Civilization II 3or HIST 157 History of the United States Since 1865or other course(s) to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in arts and humanities(discipline must differ from first) and the crosscurricularrequirement in historical perspectiveIFSM 300 Information Systems in Organizations 3or ACCT 326Accounting Information SystemsSPCH 100 Foundations of Speech Communication 3or COMM 390 Writing for Managersor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing or speechAdditional Required Courses (to be taken after introductory andfoundation courses)◆ BMGT 364 Management and Organization Theory 3COMM 394/394X Business Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/upper-levelintensive writing◆ MRKT 310 Marketing Principles and Organization 3◆ BMGT 380 Business Law I 3◆ HRMN 300 Human Resource Management 3◆ BMGT 340 Business Finance 3◆ BMGT 392 Global Business Management 3or other course(s) to fulfill the cross-curricular re q u i rementin international perspective and the re q u i rementfor supplemental major coursework chosen from ACC T,B M G T, ENMT, HRMN, MRKT, or MGST◆ BMGT 496 Business Ethics 3(also fulfills the cross-curricular requirement incivic responsibility)Minor and/or Elective Courses (to be taken in the last 60 hours along withrequired major courses) 40Recommended MinorsHuman re s o u rce management, marketing, finance, or other business-related minorRecommended ElectiveMATH 220Elementary Calculus I(for students who plan to go on to graduate school)Capstone Course for Major (to be taken in the last 30 semester hours)◆ BMGT 495 Strategic Management 3Minor in Business Ad m i n i s t r a t i o nThe business administration minor complements the skills thestudent gains in his or her major discipline by providing a studyof principles and techniques used in organizing, planning, managing,and leading within various organizations.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a minor in business administrationwill be able to• Use critical thinking skills in conducting research in businessand management.• Apply analytical and problem-solving methods in resolvingbusiness management problems and issues.• Identify and apply key concepts and theories in business andmanagement.• Employ effective written and oral communication skills consistentwith the business and professional environment.• Develop innovative leadership and team-management skillsnecessary for success in a diverse and changing workplace.Requirements for the MinorA minor in business administration requires the completion of15 semester hours of coursework in business administration,drawn from various disciplines as appropriate; at least 9 semesterhours must be earned in upper-level courses (numbered 300 orabove). Specific course requirements are listed below. If a specificcourse required for the minor is taken instead to satisfy requirementsfor the major, another course in the same discipline shouldbe substituted to fulfill the required minimum number of semesterhours for the minor. Any course used to replace an upper-levelcourse should also be classified as upper level.For a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree,students should refer to their major and pp. 19–20.Business Administration Minor Courses Semester Hours(to be taken in the the last 60 semester hours with required andsupplemental major courses)Required Foundation Course(s)BMGT 110 Introduction to Business and Management 3(students with business experience should substitutesupplemental major course in the last 60 hours ofstudy)BMGT 364 Management and Organization Theory 3Supplemental CoursesAny ACCT, BMGT, ENMT, HRMN, MRKT, or MGST course 3Any upper-level course from the above list 3Any upper-level course from the above list 3Total credits for minor in business administration 1 5Total credits for BS in business administration 1 2 034

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L ABusiness Lawand Public PolicyStudents may seek an academic minor in business law andpublic policy.Minor in Business Law and Public Po l i c yThe business law and public policy minor complements the skillsthe student gains in his or her major discipline by exploring andanalyzing legal, social, environmental, technological, and ethicalissues affecting business, industry, and government.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a minor in business law andpublic policy will be able to• Discuss and analyze legal theories, concepts, and issues relatedto the conduct of business transactions.• Describe the integral and complex interactions among law,business, and public policy variables and their significant societaland ethical considerations.• Employ critical-thinking, analytic, and effective communicationskills—developed through case briefings, presentations,and discussions—when engaged in problem solving.• Participate in collaborative strategies to encourage cooperativeteam efforts and enhance problem-solving skills.• Undertake pertinent research at a professional level usingcomputer-based technology.Requirements for the MinorA minor in business law and public policy re q u i res the completionof 15 semester hours of coursework in business law and publicpolicy, drawn from various disciplines as appropriate; at least9 semester hours must be earned in upper-level courses (numbere d300 or above). Specific course re q u i rements are listed at right. If aspecific course required for the minor is taken instead to satisfyre q u i rements for the major, another course in the same disciplineshould be substituted to fulfill the re q u i red minimum number ofsemester hours for the minor. Any course used to replace an upperle vel course should also be classified as upper leve l .For a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree,students should refer to their major and pp. 19–20.Business Law and Public PolicyMinor CoursesSemester Hours(to be taken in the the last 60 semester hours with required andsupplemental major courses)Required CoursesBMGT 380 Business Law I 3BMGT 496 Business Ethics 3Supplemental CoursesA supplemental course chosen from the following: 3BMGT 378 Legal Environment of BusinessBMGT 381 Business Law IIBMGT 481 Management of Public Business EnterprisesBMGT 482 Business and GovernmentBMGT 498F Environmental Management and BusinessBMGT 498J Legal Aspects of Technology ManagementBMGT 498O The Global Manager and Public PolicyBMGT 498P International Business LawHRMN 408 Employment Law for BusinessHRMN 462 Labor Relations LawA second supplemental course chosen from the above list 3A third supplemental course chosen from the above list 3Total credits for minor in business law and public policy 1 5Business Supply ChainManagementStudents may seek an academic minor in business supply chainmanagement.Minor in Business Supply Chain Ma n a g e m e n tThe business supply chain management minor complements theskills the student gains in his or her major discipline by increasingthe student’s capabilities as a manager to analyze operational performancewithin supply chains, to design and manage processesfor competitive advantage, and to manage systems acquisition anddevelopment in technical enterprises.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a minor in business supply chainmanagement will be able to• Use key concepts and theories in business and management.• Synthesize the various factors of management planning, implementation,and control into appropriate mathematical modelsthat guide optimal decisions and can be used to conduct sensitivityanalysis on the resulting decisions.35

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L A• Explain the role of a decision maker in both managementand staff activities in business, government, and nonprofitorganizations.• Manage operations with a focus on streamlining, improvingperformance, and giving significant strategic advantage toorganizations in order to transform inputs into the goods andservices supplied to customers.• Analyze operational performance within supply chains anddesign and manage processes for competitive advantage.• Understand and explain current topics such as e-commerce,knowledge management, virtual management, Internet infrastructure,Web technology, computer-based systems, projectmanagement, systems performance, and futurology.• Explain technology, business, and management issues and theirrelation to professional workplace requirements.• Demonstrate effective techniques for communicating business,professional, and legal information in both oral and writtenformats.• Develop strategies employing current skills in critical thinking,problem solving, project management, interpersonal relations,and team building.• Incorporate computer applications, information technology, andinternational perspectives in articulating the domestic and globaldimensions of and influences on business and management.Requirements for the MinorThe minor in business supply chain management re q u i res the completionof 15 semester hours of coursew o rk in business supply chainmanagement, drawn from various disciplines as appropriate; at least9 semester hours must be earned in courses numbered 300 andabove. Specific course requirements are listed below. If a specificcourse required for the minor is taken instead to satisfy requirementsfor a major, another course in the same discipline shouldbe substituted to fulfill the required minimum number of semesterhours for the minor. Any course used to replace an upper-levelcourse should also be classified as upper level.For a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree,students should refer to their major and pp. 19–20.Business Supply Chain ManagementMinor CoursesSemester Hours(to be taken in the the last 60 semester hours with required andsupplemental major courses)Foundation CoursesOne course chosen from the following: 3BMGT 304 Managing E-Commerce in OrganizationsBMGT 317 Problem Solving for ManagersBMGT 372 Supply Chain and Logistics ManagementA second foundation course chosen from the above list 3Supplemental CoursesA supplemental course chosen from the following: 3BMGT 305 Knowledge ManagementBMGT 375 Procurement ManagementBMGT 487 Program Management IBMGT 488 Program Management IIBMGT 491 Exploring the FutureMRKT 457 Using Web-Enhanced Marketing TechniquesA second supplemental course chosen from the above list 3A third supplemental course chosen from the above list 3Total credits for minor in business supply change management 1 5Communication StudiesStudents may seek either an academic major or minor in communicationstudies.Major in Communication St u d i e sThe communication studies major offers a multidisciplinary studyof communication that integrates topics in business and technicalwriting, mass communication, journalism, public relations, andspeech communication. This integrated major encourages thinkingacross traditional disciplines. Students explore various aspectsof workplace communication, including the development of writtenand oral communication skills and an increasing understandingof human interaction. The major’s multidisciplinary approachproduces graduates who have the appropriate balance of theoreticalbackground and sophisticated, practical communication skillsneeded in today’s workplace.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a major in communication studieswill be able to• Apply communication theories—including both speech communicationand mass communication theories—to varioussituations and contexts.• Identify and apply effective strategies for creating, editing, andpresenting effective written messages to different audiences andwithin different contexts.• Explain the role media and mass communication play in society.• Describe and use effective interaction styles in communicationwith others across a variety of contexts.• Analyze any communication situation and be able to applyappropriate oral and/or written communication skills as needed.36

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L A• Use tools and technology to gather information, as well as todevelop and deliver messages.• Critically analyze information for creating effective oral or writtenmessages and for evaluating messages.Degree RequirementsA degree with a major in communication studies re q u i res the successfulcompletion of 120 semester hours of coursew o rk, including30 semester hours for the major (indicated by ◆); 41 semesterhours in general education re q u i rements; and 49 semester hoursin the minor, electives, and other degree re q u i rements. At least15 semester hours in the major must be earned in upper-leve lcourses (numbered 300 or above).The following course sequence will fulfill all the re q u i rements forthe BA in communication studies. Since some recommended coursesfulfill more than one re q u i rement, substituting courses for thoselisted may make it necessary to take additional courses to meetd e g ree re q u i rements. Students should consult an advisor wheneve rtaking advantage of other options. Information on alternate courses( w h e re allowable) to fulfill general education re q u i rements (in communications,arts and humanities, behavioral and social sciences,biological and physical sciences, mathematics, and interd i s c i p l i n a ryissues) and cross-curricular re q u i rements (in civic re s p o n s i b i l i t y, historical,and international perspectives) may be found on p. 19.Communication Studies Major CoursesSemester HoursFirst Courses (to be taken within the first 18 semester hours)Note: Placement tests are required for math and English composition courses.LIBS 150 Information Literacy and Research Methods 1ENGL 101/101X Introduction to Writing 3MATH 105Mathematics: Contemporary Topics andApplications 3or MATH 106 Finite Mathematicsor a higher-level math courseIntroductory Courses (to be taken within the first 30 semester hours)HIST 142 Western Civilization II 3or HIST 157 History of the United States Since 1865or other ARTH, ARTT, HIST, HUMN,MUSC, PHIL, THET, dance, literature, orforeign language course(s) to fulfill the firstgeneral education requirement in arts andhumanities and the cross-curricular requirementin historical perspectiveBIOL 101 Concepts of Biology 3and BIOL 102 Laboratory in Biology 1or other course(s) to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical scienceswith related laboratoryENGL 291 Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writingSOCY 100Introduction to Sociologyor GVPT 170 American Government 3or other ANTH, BEHS, ECON, GEOG,GVPT, PSYC, SOCY, or eligible GERO orCCJS course to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in behavioral and social sciencesIFSM 201 Introduction to Computer-Based Systems 3Foundation Courses (to be taken within the first 60 semester hours)PSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology 3or BEHS 210Introduction to Social and Behavioral Scienceor other course to fulfill the second general educationrequirement in behavioral and socialsciences (discipline must differ from first)NSCI 100 Introduction to Physical Science 3or ASTR 100Introduction to Astronomyor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical sciencesPHIL 140 Contemporary Moral Issues 3or a foreign language courseor other course to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in arts and humanities(discipline must differ from first)SPCH 100 Foundations of Speech Communication 3or JOUR 201Writing for the Mass Mediaor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing or speechIFSM 304 Ethics in the Information Age 3or other course(s) to fulfill the second general educationrequirement in interdisciplinary issues/computing and the cross-curricular requirementin civic responsibility◆ COMM 300 Communication Theory 3Additional Required Courses (to be taken after introductory andfoundation courses)COMM 393/393X Technical Writing 3or COMM 394/394X Business Writingor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/upper-levelintensive writing◆ COMM 380 Language in Social Contexts 3or other writing or language arts course chosen from the following:COMM 491 Technical EditingCOMM 390 Writing for ManagersCOMM 393/393X Technical WritingCOMM 394/394X Business WritingENGL 278F Introduction to Principles of Text EditingENGL 281/281X Standard English Grammar, Usage, and DictionENGL 384 Advanced Grammar and StyleENGL 391/391X Advanced Expository and Research Writing◆ COMM 400 Communication and the Law 3or COMM 379A Critical Perspectives in Mass Communicationor any JOUR course◆ SPCH 470 Listening 3or any SPCH course37

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L A◆ COMM 493 Graphics/Text Integration 3or other supplemental major course chosen from the following:Any COMM courseAny JOUR courseAny SPCH coursePSYC 334 Psychology of Interpersonal RelationshipsPSYC 424 Communication and PersuasionPSYC 462 The Psychology of AdvertisingHRMN 302 Organizational CommunicationHRMN 367 Organizational CultureMRKT 310 Marketing Principles and OrganizationMRKT 456 Advertising◆ SPCH 482 Intercultural Communication 3or other course(s) to fulfill the cross-curricularrequirement in international perspective andthe requirement for supplemental majorcoursework (chosen from list above)◆ Any COMM, JOUR, or SPCH course 3or other supplemental major course◆ Any COMM, JOUR, or SPCH course 3or other supplemental major course◆ Any COMM, JOUR, or SPCH course 3or other supplemental major courseMinor and/or Elective Courses 49(to be taken in the last 60 hours along with required major courses)Capstone Course for Major (to be taken in the last 30 semester hours) 3◆ COMM 495 Seminar in Workplace Communicationor COMM 490 Seminar in Technical Communicationor SPCH 397Organizational PresentationsRequirements for the MinorA minor in communication studies requires the completion of15 semester hours of coursew o rk in communication studies, drawnfrom various disciplines as appropriate; at least 9 semester hoursmust be earned in upper-level courses (numbered 300 or above).Specific course requirements are listed below. If a specific courserequired for the minor is taken instead to satisfy requirements forthe major, another course in the same discipline should be substitutedto fulfill the required minimum number of semester hoursfor the minor. Any course used to replace an upper-level courseshould also be classified as upper level.For a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree,students should refer to their major and pp. 19–20.Communication Studies Minor Courses(to be taken in the the last 60 semester hours with requiredand supplemental major courses)Semester HoursRequired CourseCOMM 300 Communication Theory 3Supplemental Minor CoursesAny COMM, JOUR, or SPCH course 3Any COMM, JOUR, or SPCH course 3Any COMM, JOUR, or SPCH course 3Any COMM, JOUR, or SPCH course 3Total credits for minor in communication studies 1 5Total credits for BA in communication studies 1 2 0Minor in Communication St u d i e sThe communication studies minor complements the skills thestudent gains in his or her major discipline by providing specializedskills in workplace communication, including the developmentof written and oral communication skills and a greaterunderstanding of human interaction.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a minor in communicationstudies will be able to• Apply communication theories—including both speech communicationand mass communication theories—to varioussituations and contexts.• Identify and apply effective strategies for creating, editing, andpresenting effective written messages to different audiences andwithin different contexts.• Use tools and technology to gather information, as well as todevelop and deliver messages.• Critically analyze information for creating effective oral orwritten messages and for evaluating messages.38

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L AComputer andInformation ScienceStudents may seek an academic major in computer and informationscience.Major in Computer and In f o rmation ScienceThe computer and information science major provides a coherent,sequential, and integrated academic program of in-depth studythat furnishes a body of knowledge and methods, as well as practicein the area of computer and information science. The curriculumfocuses on the problem-solving skills and techniques neededto provide computer-based solutions to practical problems,including fundamental practical knowledge in the fields of softwareengineering, relational databases, programming languages,operating systems, computer networks, and distributed systems.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a major in computer and informationscience will be able to• Incorporate relevant theory, techniques, and knowledge ofprogramming languages and computer systems in developingcomputer-based solutions to practical problems in the field ofinformation systems and technology.• Effectively use object-oriented programming languages, such asJava or C++, in developing computer-based solutions to practicalproblems.• Pursue careers as programmers and programmer analysts, softwareengineers, and system/network administrators workingwith operating systems such as UNIX/Linux and Windows;programming languages such as Java, C++, and Perl; and relationaland object-oriented database systems such as Oracle.• Develop clear and precise oral and written communications andenhance skills in the analysis, definition, and documentation ofproblems and solutions in the field of computer and informationscience.• Apply knowledge of the concepts and principles of computerand information science to the management of changes anddevelopments in information systems and technology.• Discuss the environmental, ethical, and social implications ofthe rapidly changing field of information technology.• Identify current and historical trends and patterns in computerand information science and the individuals and organizationsthat influence and foster these global patterns of change.• Apply the tools and techniques in research and analysis requiredto evaluate computer and information science products.• Discuss the implications and significance of computer and informationscience for other disciplines and fields of scholarship.Degree RequirementsA degree with a major in computer and information sciencere q u i res the successful completion of 120 semester hours ofc o u r s ew o rk, including 30 semester hours for the major (indicatedby ◆); 41 semester hours in general education requirements; and49 semester hours in the minor, electives, and other degree re q u i rements.At least 15 semester hours in the major must be earned inu p p e r - l e vel courses (numbered 300 or above).The following course sequence will fulfill all the re q u i rements forthe BS in computer information science. Since some re c o m m e n d e dcourses fulfill more than one re q u i rement, substituting courses forthose listed may make it necessary to take additional courses to meetd e g ree re q u i rements. Students should consult an advisor wheneve rtaking advantage of other options. Information on alternate courses( w h e re allowable) to fulfill general education re q u i rements (in communications,arts and humanities, behavioral and social sciences,biological and physical sciences, mathematics, and interd i s c i p l i n a ryissues) and cross-curricular re q u i rements (in civic re s p o n s i b i l i t y, historical,and international perspectives) may be found on p. 19.Computer and Information ScienceMajor CoursesSemester HoursFirst Courses (to be taken within the first 18 semester hours)Note: Placement tests are required for math and English composition courses.LIBS 150 Information Literacy and Research Methods 1ENGL 101/101X Introduction to Writing 3MATH 107 College Algebra 3or a higher-level math courseIntroductory Courses (to be taken within the first 30 semester hours)◆ CMIS 102Introduction to Problem Solvingand Algorithm Design 3or CMIS 102A Fundamentals of Programming I◆ CMIS 141 Introductory Programming 3or CMIS 141A Fundamentals of Programming IIPHIL 140 Contemporary Moral Issues 3or ENGL 240Introduction to Fiction, Poetry, and Dramaor other ARTH, ARTT, HIST, HUMN,MUSC, PHIL, THET, dance, literature, orforeign language course to fulfill the first generaleducation requirement in arts and humanitiesBIOL 101 Concepts of Biology 3and BIOL 102 Laboratory in Biology 1or other course(s) to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical scienceswith related laboratory◆ CMIS 160 Discrete Mathematics for Computing 3ENGL 291 Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writingGVPT 170 American Government 3or other ANTH, BEHS, ECON, GEOG,GVPT, PSYC, SOCY, or eligible GERO orCCJS course to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in behavioral and social sciences39

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L AFoundation Courses (to be taken within the first 60 semester hours)◆ CMIS 241 Data Structures and Abstraction 3PSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology 3or SOCY 100Introduction to Sociologyor other course to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in behavioral andsocial sciences (discipline must differ from first)NSCI 100 Introduction to Physical Science 3or ASTR 100Introduction to Astronomyor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical sciencesHIST 142 Western Civilization II 3or HIST 157 History of the United States Since 1865or other course(s) to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in arts and humanities(discipline must differ from first) and the crosscurricularrequirement in historical perspectiveIFSM 304 Ethics in the Information Age 3or other course to fulfill the cross-curricularrequirement in civic responsibilityANTH 344 Cultural Anthropology and Linguistics 3or a foreign language courseor other course to fulfill the cross-curricularrequirement in international perspectiveSPCH 100 Foundations of Speech Communication 3or COMM 390 Writing for Managersor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing or speech◆ CMIS 310 Computer Systems and Architecture 3Additional Required Courses (to be taken after introductory andfoundation Courses)COMM 393/393X Technical Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/upper-levelintensive writing◆ CMIS 325 UNIX with Shell Programming 3or other upper-level CMIS course◆ CMIS 330 Software Engineering Principles and Techniques 3or other upper-level CMIS course◆ CMIS 320 Relational Databases 3or CMIS 370Data Communicationsor other upper-level CMIS course◆ CMIS 415 Advanced UNIX and C 3or CMIS 460Software Design and Developmentor other 400-level CMIS course◆ CMIS 420 Advanced Relational Databases 3or CMIS 435Computer Networkingor other 400-level CMIS courseMinor and/or Elective Courses (to be taken in the last 60 hours along withrequired major courses) 49Recommended MinorComputer studiesTotal credits for BS in computer and information science 1 2 0Computer InformationTechnologyStudents may seek an academic major in computer informationtechnology.Major in Computer In f o rmation Te c h n o l o gyThe computer information technology major is designed to combinethe benefits of a traditional college education with the benefitsof hands-on training in state-of-the-art computer technology.Students become technically competent, but also learn to writewell-organized and clear memoranda and reports. The computerinformation technology curriculum integrates technical skill withcommunication skills, superior general education requirements,and breadth of knowledge in the computer information technologyfield.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a major in computer informationtechnology will be able to• Design and implement network and database administrationsolutions.• Produce effective proposals, reports, memoranda, briefings,and documentation.• Communicate effectively using oral and computer-basedpresentation techniques.• Apply effective information research techniques.• Discuss information technology from an international andhistorical perspective.• Apply ethical judgments to thinking critically and systematicallyabout the impact of information technology on contemporarysocial, political, and economic issues.Degree RequirementsA degree with a major in computer information technologyrequires the successful completion of 120 semester hours ofc o u r s ew o rk, including 33 semester hours for the major (indicatedby ◆), 41 semester hours in general education re q u i re m e n t s , and46 semester hours in the minor, electives, and other degreerequirements. At least 17 semester hours in the major must beearned in upper-level courses (numbered 300 or above), and18 semester hours in courses designated CMIT.The following course sequence will fulfill all the re q u i rements for theBS in computer information technology. Since some re c o m m e n d e dcourses fulfill more than one re q u i rement, substituting courses forthose listed may make it necessary to take additional courses to meetd e g ree re q u i rements. Students should consult an advisor wheneve rtaking advantage of other options. Information on alternate courses40

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L A( w h e re allowable) to fulfill general education re q u i rements (in communications,arts and humanities, behavioral and social sciences,biological and physical sciences, mathematics, and interd i s c i p l i n a ryissues) and cross-curricular re q u i rements (in civic re s p o n s i b i l i t y, historical,and international perspectives) may be found on p. 19.Computer Information TechnologyMajor CoursesSemester HoursFirst Courses (to be taken within the first 18 semester hours)Note: Placement tests are required for math and English composition courses.LIBS 150 Information Literacy and Research Methods 1ENGL 101/101X Introduction to Writing 3MATH 107 College Algebra 3or a higher-level math courseIntroductory Courses (to be taken within the first 30 semester hours)◆ CMIS 102Introduction to Problem Solvingand Algorithm Design 3or CMIS 102A Fundamentals of Programming I◆ CMIS 141 Introductory Programming 3or CMIS 141A Fundamentals of Programming IIPHIL 140 Contemporary Moral Issues 3or ENGL 240Introduction to Fiction, Poetry, and Dramaor other ARTH, ARTT, HIST, HUMN,MUSC, PHIL, THET, dance, literature, orforeign language course to fulfill the first generaleducation requirement in arts and humanitiesBIOL 101 Concepts of Biology 3and BIOL 102 Laboratory in Biology 1or other course(s) to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical scienceswith related laboratoryCMIS 160 Discrete Mathematics for Computing 3(recommended elective)ENGL 291 Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writingGVPT 170 American Government 3or other ANTH, BEHS, ECON, GEOG,GVPT, PSYC, SOCY, or eligible GERO orCCJS course to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in behavioral and social sciencesFoundation Courses (to be taken within the first 60 semester hours)◆ CMIT 265 Networking Essentials 3PSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology 3or SOCY 100Introduction to Sociologyor other course to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in behavioral and socialsciences (discipline must differ from first)NSCI 100 Introduction to Physical Science 3or ASTR 100Introduction to Astronomyor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical sciencesHIST 142 Western Civilization II 3or HIST 157 History of the United States Since 1865or other course(s) to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in arts and humanities(discipline must differ from first) and the crosscurricularrequirement in historical perspectiveIFSM 304 Ethics in the Information Age 3or other course to fulfill the cross-curricularrequirement in civic responsibilityANTH 344 Cultural Anthropology and Linguistics 3or a foreign language courseor other course to fulfill the cross-curricularrequirement in international perspectiveSPCH 100 Foundations of Speech Communication 3or COMM 390 Writing for Managersor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing or speech◆ CMIS 310 Computer Systems and Architecture 3Additional Required Courses (to be taken after introductory andfoundation courses)COMM 393/393X Technical Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/upper-levelintensive writing◆ CMIT 364 Windows XP Professional 3or other upper-level CMIT course as a majorcore course◆ CMIT 368 Windows Server 2003 3or other upper-level CMIT course as a majorcore course◆ CMIT 376 Windows Network Infrastructure 3or other upper-level CMIT course as a majorcore course◆ CMIT 377 Windows Directory Services Infrastructure 3or other upper-level CMIT course as a majorcore course◆ CMIT 320 Network Security 3or other upper-level CMIT course as a majorcore course◆ CMIT 486A Internship in Computer Information TechnologyThrough Co-op 3or any upper-level CMIT, CMIS, CMSC, CMST,or IFSM course as a supplemental major course◆ CMIT 350 Interconnecting Cisco Devices 3or other supplemental major courseMinor and/or Elective Courses 43(to be taken in the last 60 hours along with required major courses)Recommended MinorsComputer studies, English, mathematicsRecommended ElectiveMATH 120Elementary Calculus Ior other calculus course (for students planningto go on to graduate school)Total credits for BS in computer information technology 1 2 041

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L AComputer ScienceStudents may seek an academic major in computer science.Major in Computer ScienceThe computer science major is designed for students who have agood background in mathematics and an interest in the theory,practice, art, and science of computer programming. This majorprovides graduates with an educational foundation appropriate forcareers in computer software or computer system design, includingcareers as software engineers, application software designers,system programmers, and system engineers.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a major in computer science willbe able to• Analyze the effects of computerization on the global workplace.• Develop and present computer software and system designseffectively, both orally and in writing.• Design and develop computer software using appropriate programminglanguages.• Utilize effective computer organization and system architectureto enhance performance.• Design and use efficient algorithms and data structures in writingcomputer programs.• Apply the mathematical foundations of computer science inanalyses of models of computation.• Use information resources to assist with projects or research.Degree RequirementsA degree with a major in computer science requires the successfulcompletion of 120 semester hours of coursework, including38 semester hours for the major (indicated by ◆); 41 semesterhours in general education requirements; and 41 semester hoursin the minor, electives, and other degree requirements. At least18 semester hours in the major must be earned in upper-levelcourses (numbered 300 or above).The following course sequence will fulfill all the re q u i rements forthe BS in computer science. Since some recommended courses fulfillmore than one re q u i rement, substituting courses for those listedmay make it necessary to take additional courses to meet degre ere q u i rements. Students should consult an advisor whenever takinga d va ntage of other options. Information on alternate courses(where a l l owable) to fulfill general education re q u i rements (in communications,arts and humanities, behavioral and social sciences,biological and physical sciences, mathematics, and interd i s c i p l i n a ryissues) and cross-curricular re q u i rements (in civic re s p o n s i b i l i t y, historical,and international perspectives) may be found on p. 19.Computer Science Major CoursesSemester HoursFirst Courses (to be taken within the first 18 semester hours)Note: Placement tests are required for math and English composition courses.LIBS 150 Information Literacy and Research Methods 1ENGL 101/101X Introduction to Writing 3MATH 107 College Algebra 3or a higher-level math courseIntroductory Courses (to be taken within the first 30 semester hours)◆ MATH 140 Calculus I 4◆ CMSC 101 Introductory Computer Science 3GVPT 170 American Government 3or other ANTH, BEHS, ECON, GEOG,GVPT, PSYC, SOCY, or eligible GERO orCCJS course to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in behavioral and social sciencesBIOL 101 Concepts of Biology 3and BIOL 102 Laboratory in Biology 1or other course(s) to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical scienceswith related laboratoryENGL 291 Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing◆ CMSC 150 Introduction to Discrete Structures 3PHIL 140 Contemporary Moral Issues 3or ENGL 240Introduction to Fiction, Poetry, and Dramaor other ARTH, ARTT, HIST, HUMN,MUSC, PHIL, THET, dance, literature, orforeign language course to fulfill the first generaleducation requirement in arts and humanitiesFoundation Courses (to be taken within the first 60 semester hours)◆ CMSC 130 Computer Science I 3◆ MATH 141 Calculus II 4PSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology 3or SOCY 100Introduction to Sociologyor other course to fulfill the second general educationrequirement in behavioral and socialsciences (discipline must differ from first)NSCI 100 Introduction to Physical Science 3or ASTR 100Introduction to Astronomyor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical sciences◆ CMSC 230 Computer Science II 3HIST 142 Western Civilization II 3or HIST 157 History of the United States Since 1865or other course(s) to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in arts and humanities(discipline must differ from first) and the crosscurricularrequirement in historical perspectiveIFSM 304 Ethics in the Information Age 3or other course to fulfill the cross-curricularrequirement in civic responsibilitySPCH 100 Foundations of Speech Communication 3or COMM 390 Writing for Managersor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing or speech42

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L AANTH 344 Cultural Anthropology and Linguistics 3or a foreign language courseor other course to fulfill the cross-curricularrequirement in international perspectiveAdditional Required Courses (to be taken after introductory andfoundation courses)COMM 393/393X Technical Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/upper-levelintensive writing◆ CMSC 311 Computer Organization 3◆ CMSC 330 Advanced Programming Languages 3◆ CMSC 335 Object-Oriented and Concurrent Programming 3◆ Any 400-level CMSC course (except CMSC 486 A/B) 3(supplemental major course)◆ Any 400-level CMSC course (except CMSC 486 A/B) 3(supplemental major course)◆ Any 400-level CMSC course (except CMSC 486 A/B) 3(supplemental major course)Minor and/or Elective Courses (to be taken in the last 60 hours along withrequired major courses) 41Recommended MinorsComputer studies, mathematicsTotal credits for BS in computer science 1 2 0Computer StudiesStudents may seek either an academic major or minor incomputer studies.Major in Computer St u d i e sThe computer studies major provides a flexible and coherent programof study integrating courses from several of the specializedcomputer and information fields. The interdisciplinary approachhelps prepare students for a variety of entry-level and midleveltechnical and management positions within the information technologyfield.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a major in computer studies willbe able to• Incorporate relevant theory, techniques, languages, and systemsin developing computer-related solutions to practical problems.• Apply appropriate knowledge, concepts, and principles to facilitatethe management of change in computer technology.• Conceptualize and manage the design and implementation ofhigh-quality information systems.• Design and develop computer software using a programminglanguage.• Use technology to research information and provide a criticalanalysis of alternatives to help organizations make informeddecisions.• Apply standard system practices to the planning, implementation,management, and evaluation of information systems in anorganization.• Design and produce accurate and precise written documentationin all phases of the system development life cycle from pre l i m i n a ryfeasibility studies to end-user documentation and manuals.• Analyze information technology needs from historical andinternational perspectives in regard to advances in worldwidee-commerce.Degree RequirementsA degree with a major in computer studies requires the successfulcompletion of 120 semester hours of coursework, including30 semester hours for the major (indicated by ◆); 41 semesterhours in general education requirements; and 49 semester hoursin the minor, electives, and other degree requirements. At least 18semester hours in the major must be earned in upper-level courses(numbered 300 or above).The following course sequence will fulfill all the re q u i rements for theBS in computer studies. Since some recommended courses fulfillm o re than one re q u i rement, substituting courses for those listed maymake it necessary to take additional courses to meet degree re q u i rements.Students should consult an advisor whenever taking adva n-tage of other options. Information on alternate courses (wherea l l owable) to fulfill general education re q u i rements (in communications,arts and humanities, behavioral and social sciences, biologicaland physical sciences, mathematics, and interd i s c i p l i n a ry issues) andc ross-curricular re q u i rements (in civic re s p o n s i b i l i t y, historical, andinternational perspectives) may be found on p. 19.Computer Studies Major CoursesSemester HoursFirst Courses (to be taken within the first 18 semester hours)Note: Placement tests are required for math and English composition courses.LIBS 150 Information Literacy and Research Methods 1ENGL 101/101X Introduction to Writing 3MATH 107 College Algebra 3or a higher-level math courseIntroductory Courses (to be taken within the first 30 semester hours)PHIL 140 Contemporary Moral Issues 3or ENGL 240Introduction to Fiction, Poetry, and Dramaor other ARTH, ARTT, HIST, HUMN,MUSC, PHIL, THET, dance, literature, orforeign language course to fulfill the first generaleducation requirement in arts and humanities◆ IFSM 201 Introduction to Computer-Based Systems 3BIOL 101 Concepts of Biology 3and BIOL 102 Laboratory in Biology 1or other course(s) to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical scienceswith related laboratory43

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L A◆ CMIS 102Introduction to Problem Solving andAlgorithm Design 3or CMIS 102A Fundamentals of Programming IENGL 291 Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing◆ CMIS 141 Introductory Programming 3or CMIS 141A Fundamentals of Programming IIor other computer programming language courseGVPT 170 American Government 3or other ANTH, BEHS, ECON, GEOG,GVPT, PSYC, SOCY, or eligible GERO orCCJS course to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in behavioral and social sciencesFoundation Courses (to be taken within the first 60 semester hours)◆ CMIS 241 Data Structures and Abstraction 3or another foundation major course chosen from the following:IFSM 300 Information Systems in OrganizationIFSM 310 Software and Hardware ConceptsCMST 340 Computer Applications in ManagementPSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology 3or SOCY 100Introduction to Sociologyor other course to fulfill the second general educationrequirement in behavioral and socialsciences (discipline must differ from first)NSCI 100 Introduction to Physical Science 3or ASTR 100Introduction to Astronomyor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical sciencesHIST 142 Western Civilization II 3or HIST 157 History of the United States Since 1865or other course(s) to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in arts and humanities(discipline must differ from first) and the crosscurricularrequirement in historical perspective◆ IFSM 300 Information Systems in Organizations 3or other foundation major course from the above listANTH 344 Cultural Anthropology and Linguistics 3or a foreign language courseor other course to fulfill the cross-curricularrequirement in international perspectiveSPCH 100 Foundations of Speech Communication 3or COMM 390 Writing for Managersor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing or speechIFSM 304 Ethics in the Information Age 3or other course to fulfill the cross-curricularrequirement in civic responsibilityAdditional Required Courses (to be taken after introductory andfoundation courses)COMM 393/393X Technical Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/upper-levelintensive writing◆ CMST 306 In t roduction to Visual Basic .NET Pro g r a m m i n g 3or other upper-level CMIS, CMIT, CMSC, CMST,or IFSM course as a supplemental major course◆ CMIS 345 Object-Oriented Design and Programming 3or other upper-level supplemental major course◆ CMST 416 Advanced Visual Basic .NET Programming 3or other upper-level supplemental major course◆ CMST 385 Internet: A Practical Guide 3or other upper-level supplemental major course◆ CMST 386 Internet: An Advanced Guide 3or other upper-level supplemental major courseMinor and/or Elective Courses (to be taken in the last 60 hours along withrequired major courses) 49Recommended MinorBusiness administrationTotal credits for BS in computer studies 1 2 0Minor in Computer St u d i e sThe computer studies minor complements the skills the studentgains in his or her major discipline by providing a study of theprinciples and techniques used in developing computer-relatedsolutions to practical problems.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a minor in computer studies willbe able to• Incorporate relevant theory, techniques, languages, and systemsin developing computer-related solutions to practical problems.• Apply appropriate knowledge, concepts, and principles to facilitatethe management of change in computer technology.• Use technology to research information and provide a criticalanalysis of alternatives to help organizations make informeddecisions.• Apply standard system practices to the planning, implementation,management, and evaluation of information systems inan organization.Requirements for the MinorA minor in computer studies re q u i res the completion of 15 semesterhours of coursew o rk chosen from courses in computer andinformation science, computer information technology, computerscience, computer studies, and information systems management;at least 9 semester hours must be earned in upper-level courses( n u m b e red 300 or above). Courses may not duplicate those usedto satisfy re q u i rements for the major.For a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree,students should refer to their major and pp. 19–20.44

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L ACriminal JusticeStudents may seek either an academic major or minor in criminaljustice.Major in Criminal Ju s t i c eThe criminal justice major focuses on the nature of crime andthe institutions and processes that prevent and respond to crimein a democratic society. The curriculum covers the study of crime,law enforcement, courts, corrections, security, and forensics. Thecriminal justice major is designed to provide students with abroad understanding of crime and justice, including criminal law,corrections, law enforcement, security, and criminal justice theory.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a major in criminal justice willbe able to• Understand and describe the history and development of criminaljustice organizations, the functions of criminal justice systemsin modern society, and the rule of law in various countries.• Analyze the foundations, functions, policies, and proceduresof criminal justice.• A n a l y ze and describe the agencies of justice and the pro c e d u re sused to identify and treat criminal offenders in various countries.• Use cost-effective approaches to meet the challenges confrontingsecurity professionals in dealing with varied and unpredictablestates of national security.• Articulate the principles of effective law enforcement and securityadministration.• Effectively explain criminal behavior, treatment, and preventionin written and oral argument.• Analyze patterns of crime and methods of prevention inAmerican society and in various other countries.• Explain the role of the criminal justice system (police, courts,and corrections) in the administration of justice in the UnitedStates and other countries.• Understand and apply prevention and treatment techniques todomestic and international crime problems.• Critically analyze the theories that seek to explain the causes ofcriminal behavior and delinquency.• Demonstrate a cohesive base of job-related skills, techniques,and principles related to criminal justice.• Use computer technology for literature review and the analysisof criminal behavior.Degree RequirementsA degree with a major in criminal justice requires the successfulcompletion of 120 semester hours of coursework, including30 semester hours for the major (indicated by ◆); 41 semesterhours in general education requirements; and 49 semester hoursin the minor, electives, and other degree re q u i rements. At least18 semester hours in the major must be earned in upper-leve lcourses (numbered 300 or above ).The following course sequence will fulfill all the re q u i rements forthe BS in criminal justice. Since some recommended courses fulfillm o re than one re q u i rement, substituting courses for those listedmay make it necessary to take additional courses to meet degre ere q u i rements. Students should consult an advisor whenever takinga d vantage of other options. Information on alternate courses (wherea l l owable) to fulfill general education re q u i rements (in communications,arts and humanities, behavioral and social sciences, biologicaland physical sciences, mathematics, and interd i s c i p l i n a ry issues) andc ross-curricular re q u i rements (in civic re s p o n s i b i l i t y, historical, andinternational perspectives) may be found on p. 19.Criminal Justice Major CoursesSemester HoursFirst Courses (to be taken within the first 18 semester hours)Note: Placement tests are required for math and English composition courses.LIBS 150 Information Literacy and Research Methods 1ENGL 101/101X Introduction to Writing 3MATH 107 College Algebra 3or a higher-level math course◆ CCJS 100 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3or CCJS 105Introduction to Criminologyor CCJS 230Criminal Law in Action(first course for the major)Introductory Courses (to be taken within the first 30 semester hours)GVPT 170 American Government 3or other ANTH, BEHS, ECON, GEOG,GVPT, PSYC, SOCY, or eligible GERO orCCJS course to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in behavioral and social sciencesBIOL 101 Concepts of Biology 3and BIOL 102 Laboratory in Biology 1or other course(s) to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical scienceswith related laboratoryENGL 291 Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writingIFSM 201 Introduction to Computer-Based Systems 3◆ CCJS 230 Criminal Law in Action 3or other first course for the major from above listPHIL 140 Contemporary Moral Issues 3or a foreign language courseor other ARTH, ARTT, HIST, HUMN,MUSC, PHIL, THET, dance, or literaturecourse to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in arts and humanities45

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L AFoundation Courses (to be taken within the first 60 semester hours)◆ STAT 200 Introduction to Statistics 3PSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology 3or SOCY 100Introduction to Sociologyor other course to fulfill the second general educationrequirement in behavioral and socialsciences (discipline must differ from first)NSCI 100 Introduction to Physical Science 3or ASTR 100Introduction to Astronomyor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical sciencesHIST 142 Western Civilization II 3or HIST 157 History of the United States Since 1865or other course(s) to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in arts and humanities(discipline must differ from first) and the crosscurricularrequirement in historical perspectiveANTH 344 Cultural Anthropology and Linguistics 3or other course to fulfill the cross-curricularrequirement in international perspectiveSPCH 100 Foundations of Speech Communication 3or COMM 380 Language in Social Contextsor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing or speechIFSM 304 Ethics in the Information Age 3or other course(s) to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in interdisciplinaryissues/computing and the cross-curricularrequirement in civic responsibilityAdditional Required Courses (to be taken after introductory andfoundation courses)◆ CCJS 320 Introduction to Criminalistics 3or other core course for major chosen from the following:CCJS 234 Criminal Procedure and EvidenceCCJS 340 Law-Enforcement AdministrationCCJS 350 Juvenile DelinquencyCCJS 352 Drugs and CrimeCCJS 360 VictimologyCCJS 400 Criminal CourtsCCJS 432 Law of CorrectionsCCJS 445 Introduction to Security ManagementCCJS 497 Correctional Administration◆ CCJS 350 Juvenile Delinquency 3or other core course for major◆ CCJS 360 Victimology 3or other core course for majorENGL 391/391X Advanced Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/upper-levelintensive writing◆ SOCY 313 The Individual and Society 3or other diversity/societal issues major course chosen from the following:CCJS 351 Issues in Criminal JusticeCCJS 370 Race, Crime, and Criminal JusticeCCJS 372 Criminal Justice and Domestic ViolenceCCJS 451 Crime and Delinquency PreventionCCJS 452CCJS 460SOCY 427◆ CCJS 430Treatment of Criminals and DelinquentsSchool Safety and SecurityDeviant BehaviorLegal and Ethical Issues in SecurityManagement 3or other historical period policy issues course chosen from the following:CCJS 331 Contemporary Legal Policy IssuesHIST 319B History of Violence in AmericaHIST 319L History of Drug Use in AmericaHIST 372 Legacy of the Civil Rights Movement◆ CCJS 497 Correctional Administration 3or any upper-level CCJS course◆ CCJS 445 Introduction to Security Management 3or CCJS 486A/B Internship in Criminal Justice Through Co-opor any upper-level CCJS course (if neededto complete total semester hours for major)Minor and/or Elective Courses 46(to be taken in the last 60 hours along with required major courses)Total credits for BS in criminal justice 1 2 0Minor in Criminal Ju s t i c eThe criminal justice minor complements the skills the studentgains in his or her major discipline by providing a study of crime,law enforcement, corrections, security, and forensics.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a minor in criminal justice willbe able to• Analyze and describe the foundation, functions, policies, procedures,and critical issues in criminal justice.• Articulate the principles of effective law enforcement, securityadministration, and criminal justice systems in the UnitedStates.• Articulate the causes of criminal behavior.• Demonstrate a cohesive base of job-related skills, techniques,and principles related to criminal justice in various countries.• Analyze patterns of crime in American society and in variousother countries.• Explain the role of the criminal justice system (police, courts,and corrections) in the administration of justice in the UnitedStates and other countries.• Explain the functions of the criminal justice system anddemonstrate a basic understanding of criminal law and itseffect on both the public and private sectors.Requirements for the MinorA minor in criminal justice re q u i res the completion of 15 semesterhours of coursew o rk in criminal justice and some related are a s ;at least 9 semester hours must be earned in upper-level courses( n u m b e red 300 or above). Specific course re q u i rements are listed46

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L Ab e l ow. If a specific course re q u i red for the minor is taken instead tosatisfy re q u i rements for the major, another course in the same disciplineshould be substituted to fulfill the re q u i red minimum numberof semester hours for the minor. Any course used to replace anu p p e r - l e vel course should also be classified as upper leve l .For a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree,students should refer to their major and pp. 19–20.Criminal Justice Minor Courses(to be taken in the the last 60 semester hours with requiredand supplemental major courses)Semester HoursFoundation CoursesOne course chosen from the following: 3CCJS 100 Introduction to Criminal JusticeCCJS 105 Introduction to CriminologyCCJS 230 Criminal Law in ActionA second foundation course chosen from the above list 3Core CoursesOne course chosen from the following: 3CCJS 320 Introduction to CriminalisticsCCJS 340 Law-Enforcement AdministrationCCJS 350 Juvenile DelinquencyCCJS 352 Drugs and CrimeCCJS 400 Criminal CourtsCCJS 432 Law of CorrectionsA second core course chosen from the above list 3Supplemental CourseOne course chosen from the following: 3CCJS 351 Issues in Criminal JusticeCCJS 357 Industrial and Retail Security AdministrationCCJS 370 Race, Crime, and Criminal JusticeCCJS 372 Criminal Justice and Domestic ViolenceCCJS 453 White-Collar and Organized CrimeCCJS 460 School Safety and SecurityCCJS 496 Computer Crime and SecurityTotal credits for minor in criminal justice 1 5Customer ServiceManagementStudents may seek an academic minor in customer service management.Minor in Customer Se rvice Ma n a g e m e n tThe customer service management minor complements the skillsthe student gains in his or her major discipline by providing astudy of how customer service managers make informed decisionsregarding organization, planning, operating procedures, management,and allocation of limited resources.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a minor in customer servicemanagement will be able to• Apply key concepts in customer service planning andmanagement.• Analyze the relationship of customer service activities andprocedures to the overall organization.Requirements for the MinorA minor in customer service management re q u i res the completionof 15 semester hours in customer service management coursew o rk ,drawn from various disciplines as appropriate; at least 9 semesterhours must be earned in upper-level courses (numbered 300 ora b ove). Specific course re q u i rements are listed below. If a specificcourse re q u i red for the minor is taken instead to satisfy re q u i rementsfor the major, another course in the same discipline shouldbe substituted to fulfill the re q u i red minimum number of semesterhours for the minor. Any course used to replace an upper-leve lcourse should also be classified as upper leve l .For a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree,students should refer to their major and pp. 19–20.Customer Service ManagementMinor CoursesSemester Hours(to be taken in the the last 60 semester hours with required andsupplemental major courses)Required CourseMRKT 395 Customer Service Management 3Supplemental CoursesOne course chosen from the following: 3ACCT 301 Accounting for Nonaccounting ManagersBMGT 317 Problem Solving for ManagersBMGT 364 Management and Organization TheoryBMGT 375 Procurement Management47

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L ABMGT 378 Legal Environment of BusinessBMGT 487 Project Management IHRMN 302 Organizational CommunicationHRMN 406 Employee Training and DevelopmentMRKT 396 Customer Consultation and Needs AnalysisA second supplemental course chosen from the above list 3A third supplemental course chosen from the above list 3A fourth supplemental course chosen from the above list 3Total credits for minor in customer service management 1 5EconomicsStudents may seek an academic minor in economics.Minor in Ec o n o m i c sThe economics minor complements the skills the student gains inhis or her major discipline by providing a study of the forces thatdetermine production and distribution, price levels, and incomedistribution, as well as other economic factors that influence thequality of life.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a minor in economics will beable to• Explain fundamental economic concepts and understand theprinciples and problems of modern economic life.• Examine the relation of economic concepts to a variety of currentsocial problems, including poverty, divorce, social stratification,and unemployment.• Analyze economic and social issues and their relationship topersonal, public, and business decisions.Requirements for the MinorA minor in economics requires the completion of 18 semesterhours in economics, at least 9 of which must be earned in upperlevelcourses (numbered 300 or above). Specific course requirementsare listed at right. If a specific course required for theminor is taken instead to satisfy requirements for the major,another course in the same discipline should be substituted tofulfill the required minimum number of semester hours for theminor. Any course used to replace an upper-level course shouldalso be classified as upper level.For a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree,students should refer to their major and pp. 19–20.Economics Minor CoursesSemester Hours(to be taken in the the last 60 semester hours with required andsupplemental major courses)Required CoursesECON 201 Principles of Macroeconomics 3ECON 203 Principles of Microeconomics 3STAT 230 Business Statistics 3Supplemental CoursesAny upper-level ECON course 3Any upper-level ECON course 3Any upper-level ECON course 3Total credits for minor in economics 1 8EnglishStudents may seek either an academic major or minor in English.Major in En g l i s hThe major in English produces graduates with demonstrated skillsin literary analysis, critical thinking, and writing. These skills preparestudents majoring in English for careers in education, law,writing and publishing, journalism, public relations, business,and management.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a major in English will be able to• Analyze significant literary works, primarily those written inEnglish.• Critically examine intellectual, moral, and ethical issues as theyare presented or implied in works of literature.• Apply techniques of literary research, including research thatuses technology and fosters information literacy.• Analyze literary works, literary genres, literary criticism, thehistorical development of literature and language, and thecontributions of major authors in the context of the cultureswithin which these authors lived and wrote.• Formulate ideas, especially for literary analysis, and conveythem clearly in both written and spoken English.• Write effectively and demonstrate superior understanding ofthe writing process and writing techniques.Degree RequirementsA degree with a major in English re q u i res the successful completionof 120 semester hours of coursew o rk, including 33 semester hoursfor the major (indicated by ◆); 41 semester hours in general educationre q u i rements; and 46 semester hours in the minor, elective s ,48

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L Aand other degree re q u i rements. At least 15 semester hours in themajor must be earned in upper-level courses (numbered 300 ora b ove).The following course sequence will fulfill all the re q u i rements forthe BA in English. Since some recommended courses fulfill morethan one re q u i rement, substituting courses for those listed maymake it necessary to take additional courses to meet degree re q u i rements.Students should consult an advisor whenever taking adva n-tage of other options. Information on alternate courses (wherea l l owable) to fulfill general education re q u i rements (in communications,arts and humanities, behavioral and social sciences, biologicaland physical sciences, mathematics, and interd i s c i p l i n a ry issues) andc ross-curricular re q u i rements (in civic re s p o n s i b i l i t y, historical, andinternational perspectives) may be found on p. 19.English Major CoursesSemester HoursFirst Courses (to be taken within the first 18 semester hours)Note: Placement tests are required for math and English composition courses.LIBS 150 Information Literacy and Research Methods 1ENGL 101/101X Introduction to Writing 3MATH 105Mathematics: Contemporary Topicsand Applications 3or MATH 106 Finite Mathematicsor a higher-level math courseIntroductory Courses (to be taken within the first 30 semester hours)PHIL 140 Contemporary Moral Issues 3or a foreign language courseor other ARTH, ARTT, HIST, HUMN,MUSC, PHIL, THET, dance, or literaturecourse to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in arts and humanitiesBIOL 101 Concepts of Biology 3and BIOL 102 Laboratory in Biology 1or other course(s) to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical scienceswith related laboratoryENGL 291 Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writingGVPT 170 American Government 3or other ANTH, BEHS, ECON, GEOG,GVPT, PSYC, SOCY, or eligible GERO orCCJS course to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in behavioral and social sciencesIFSM 201 Introduction to Computer-Based Systems 3Foundation Courses (to be taken within the first 60 semester hours)PSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology 3or SOCY 100Introduction to Sociologyor other course to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in behavioral andsocial sciences (discipline must differ from first)NSCI 100 Introduction to Physical Science 3or ASTR 100Introduction to Astronomyor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical sciencesHIST 142 Western Civilization II 3or HIST 157 History of the United States Since 1865or other course(s) to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in arts and humanities(discipline must differ from first) and the crosscurricularrequirement in historical perspectiveIFSM 304 Ethics in the Information Age 3or other course(s) to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in interdisciplinaryissues/computing and the cross-curricularrequirement in civic responsibilitySPCH 100 Foundations of Speech Communication 3or COMM 380 Language in Social Contextsor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing or speech◆ ENGL 240 Introduction to Fiction, Poetry, and Drama 3or other major drama genre course chosen from the following:ENGL 244 Introduction to DramaENGL 434 American DramaENGL 454 Modern World Drama◆ ENGL 303 Critical Approaches to Literature 3Additional Required Courses (to be taken after introductory andfoundation courses)ENGL 391/391X Advanced Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/upper-levelintensive writing◆ ENGL 345 Modern Poetry 3or other major poetry genre course (ENGL 240may be applied to only one genre requirement)◆ ENGL 441 The Novel in America Since 1914 3or other major fiction genre course chosen from the following:ENGL 246 The Short StoryENGL 457 The Modern Novel◆ ENGL 311 17th- and 18th-Century British Literature 3or other pre-1800 period course chosen from the following:ENGL 201 Western World Literature: Homer tothe RenaissanceENGL 221 American Literature: Beginning to 1865ENGL 310 Medieval and Renaissance British Literature◆ ENGL 433 American Literature: 1914 to the Present 3or other historical period course chosen from pre-1800 courses above orfrom the following:ENGL 222 American Literature: 1865 to the PresentENGL 312 Romantic to Modern British LiteratureENGL 425 Modern British LiteratureENGL 437 Contemporary American Literature◆ ENGL 364 African American Authors Since 1900 3or other American author course chosen from the following:ENGL 354 American Women Writers Since 1900ENGL 363 African American Authors to 1900ENGL 439 Major American Writers49

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L A◆ ENGL 406 Shakespeare: Power and Justice 3or other British author course chosen from the following:ENGL 205 Introduction to ShakespeareENGL 304 The Major Works of ShakespeareENGL 358 British Women Writers Since 1900ENGL 402 ChaucerENGL 419 Major British Writers After 1800◆ ENGL 454 Modern World Drama 3or other course(s) to fulfill the cross-curricularrequirement in international perspective and therequirement for supplemental major coursework◆ Any ENGL course (supplemental major course) 3◆ Any ENGL course (supplemental major course) 3Minor and/or Elective Courses (to be taken in the last 60 hours along withrequired major courses) 46Total credits for BA in English 1 2 0Minor in En g l i s hThe English minor complements the skills the student gains in hisor her major discipline by providing exposure to literary analysis,critical thinking and reading, and the study of the relationship ofliterature to contemporary intellectual issues.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a minor in English will be able to• Analyze significant literary works written in, or translated into,English.• Analyze literary works, literary genres, literary criticism, thehistorical development of literature and language, and thecontributions of major authors in the context of the cultureswithin which these authors lived and wrote.• Formulate ideas, especially for literary analysis, and conveythem clearly in both written and spoken English.• Write effectively and demonstrate superior understanding ofthe writing process and writing techniques.Requirements for the MinorA minor in English re q u i res the completion of 15 semester hoursof English coursew o rk, at least 9 of which must be earned inu p p e r -level courses (numbered 300 or above). Specific courserequirements are listed at right. If a specific course required forthe minor is taken instead to satisfy requirements for the major,another course in the same discipline should be substituted tofulfill the required minimum number of semester hours for theminor. Any course used to replace an upper-level course shouldalso be classified as upper level.For a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree,students should refer to their major and pp. 19–20.English Minor Courses(to be taken in the the last 60 semester hours with requiredand supplemental major courses)Semester HoursRequired CourseENGL 303 Critical Approaches to Literature 3Supplemental Courses(Genre, period, and major author courses are listed under the English major.)One upper-level ENGL genre course 3One upper-level ENGL period course 3One upper-level ENGL major author course 3Any ENGL course 3Total credits for minor in English 1 5EnvironmentalManagementStudents may seek either an academic major or minor in environmentalmanagement.Major in En v i ronmental Ma n a g e m e n tThe major in environmental management educates students tobecome environmental managers who not only understand allaspects of the environmental industry but also have “new workskills,” including skills in critical thinking, problem solving, projectmanagement, interpersonal relations, and team building. Themajor in environmental management prepares students to plan,implement, and control all facets of environmental management.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a major in environmental managementwill be able to• Apply and interpret the scientific principles, guiding re g u l a t i o n s ,and recommended practices in environmental management.• Demonstrate knowledge of effective techniques for communicatingscientific, technical, and legal information to diversepopulations, including industry managers and employees, communitygroups, and the media.• Develop comprehensive environmental management strategiesand possess “new work skills,” i.e., skills in critical thinking,problem solving, project management, interpersonal relations,and team building.• Combine information technology, international perspectives, andan understanding of the new environmental paradigm of managementand pre vention in addition to control and remediation.50

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L A• Demonstrate a broad understanding of multimedia (air, water,land) environmental contexts, the development of cutting-edgetechnologies, and the application of existing and emerging environmentaltechnologies in cost-effective and work-efficient ways.• Demonstrate a broad understanding of multimedia enviro n m e n-tal management, re g u l a t o ry compliance, recent technologicalchanges, emergency management, health and safety management,global re s o u rce conservation, and sustainable deve l o p m e n t .• Discuss the history and development of theories and conceptsin environmental management and their application to variousenvironmental situations.• Evaluate ethical, social, civic, cultural, and political issues asthey relate to environmental management, business operations,human factors, information systems, governmental regulation,and domestic and international ventures.• Apply appropriate information technology to analyze problemsand issues, develop business research, report key data, and recommendmanagement strategy and action plans.Degree RequirementsA degree with a major in environmental management re q u i res thesuccessful completion of 120 semester hours of coursew o rk, including30 semester hours for the major (indicated by ◆); 41 semesterhours in general education re q u i rements; and 49 semester hoursin the minor, electives, and other degree re q u i rements. At least15 semester hours in the major must be earned in upper-leve lcourses ( n u m b e red 300 or above ).The following course sequence will fulfill all the requirements forthe BS in environmental management. Since some recommendedcourses fulfill more than one requirement, substituting courses forthose listed may make it necessary to take additional courses tomeet degree requirements. Students should consult an advisorwhenever taking advantage of other options. Information on alternatecourses (where allowable) to fulfill general education requirements(in communications, arts and humanities, behavioral andsocial sciences, biological and physical sciences, mathematics, andinterdisciplinary issues) and cross-curricular requirements (in civicresponsibility, historical, and international perspectives) may befound on p. 19.Environmental ManagementMajor CoursesSemester HoursFirst Courses (to be taken within the first 18 semester hours)Note: Placement tests are required for math and English composition courses.LIBS 150 Information Literacy and Research Methods 1ENGL 101/101X Introduction to Writing 3MATH 115 Pre-Calculus 3or both MATH 107 College Algebraand MATH 108 Trigonometry and Analytical Geometry(related requirement for the major)Introductory Courses (to be taken within the first 30 semester hours)NSCI 100 Introduction to Physical Science 3and NSCI 101 Physical Science Laboratory 1(related requirement for the major; also fulfillsgeneral education requirement in biologicaland physical sciences with related laboratory)IFSM 201 Introduction to Computer-Based Systems 3GVPT 170 American Government 3or other ANTH, BEHS, ECON, GEOG,GVPT, PSYC, SOCY, or eligible GERO orCCJS course to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in behavioral and social sciencesBIOL 101 Concepts of Biology 3(related requirement for the major)ENGL 291 Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writingSTAT 230 Business Statistics 3or STAT 200Introduction to Statistics(related requirement for the major)PHIL 140 Contemporary Moral Issues 3or a foreign language courseor other ARTH, ARTT, HIST, HUMN,MUSC, PHIL, THET, dance, or literaturecourse to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in arts and humanitiesFoundation Courses (to be taken within the first 60 semester hours)PSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology 3or SOCY 100Introduction to Sociologyor other course to fulfill the second general educationrequirement in behavioral and socialsciences (discipline must differ from first)HIST 142 Western Civilization II 3or HIST 157 History of the United States Since 1865or other course(s) to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in arts and humanities(discipline must differ from first) and the crosscurricularrequirement in historical perspectiveCOMM 390 Writing for Managers 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing or speechIFSM 300 Information Systems in Organizations 3ANTH 344 Cultural Anthropology and Linguistics 3or other course to fulfill the cross-curricularrequirement in international perspectiveIFSM 304 Ethics in the Information Age 3or other course to fulfill the second general educationrequirement in interdisciplinary issues/computing and the cross-curricular requirementin civic responsibility◆ ENMT 301 Environment and Ecosystems Management 3Additional Required Courses (to be taken after introductory andfoundation courses)COMM 394/394X Business Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/upper-levelintensive writing◆ ENMT 303 Environmental Regulations and Policy 351

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L A◆ ENMT 321 Environmental Health 3or ENMT 320 Environmental and Occupational Health andSafety Management◆ ENMT 322 Occupational Health and Safety 3or ENMT 405 Pollution Prevention Strategies◆ ENMT 340 Environmental Technology 3◆ Any ENMT course (supplemental major course) 3◆ Any ENMT course (supplemental major course) 3◆ Any ENMT course (supplemental major course) 3◆ Any ENMT course (supplemental major course) 3Minor and/or Elective Courses (to be taken in the last 60 hours along withrequired major courses) 40Capstone Course for Major (to be taken in the last 30 semester hours)◆ ENMT 495 Global Environment Management Issues 3Total credits for BS in environmental management 1 2 0Minor in En v i ronmental Ma n a g e m e n tThe environmental management minor complements the skillsthe student gains in his or her major discipline by providing astudy of interdisciplinary and multimedia (air, water, land) environmentalmanagement and related issues on a fundamental,practical, and global level.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a minor in environmental managementwill be able to• Apply and interpret the scientific principles, guiding regulations,and recommended practices in environmentalmanagement.• Demonstrate knowledge of effective techniques for communicatingscientific, technical, and legal information.• Develop strategies and employ today’s required skills in criticalthinking, problem solving, project management, interpersonalrelations, and team building.• Combine information technology and international perspectives.• Describe the new paradigm of environmental management andprevention and relate it to multimedia environment and sustainabledevelopment.Requirements for the MinorA minor in environmental management re q u i res the completion of15 semester hours of coursew o rk in environmental management; atleast 9 semester hours must be earned in upper-level courses (numbe red 300 or above). Specific course re q u i rements are listed at right.If a specific course re q u i red for the minor is taken instead to satisfyre q u i rements for the major, another course in the same disciplineshould be substituted to fulfill the re q u i red minimum number ofsemester hours for the minor. Any course used to replace an upperle vel course should also be classified as upper leve l .For a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree, studentsshould refer to their major and pp. 19–20.Environmental ManagementMinor Courses(to be taken in the the last 60 semester hours with required andsupplemental major courses)Semester HoursRequired CourseENMT 301 Environment and Ecosystems Management 3Supplemental CoursesAny ENMT course 3Any ENMT course 3Any ENMT course 3Any ENMT course 3Total credits for minor in environmental management 1 5FinanceStudents may seek either an academic major or minor in finance.Major in Fi n a n c eThe finance major combines a foundation in the principles ofbusiness, economics, and accounting with an in-depth focus onissues and knowledge in the areas of finance and financial management.It includes the study of business finance, financial management,investments, and security analysis and valuation. Thefinance major prepares graduates for career opportunities in theglobal business community, with emphasis on careers in financialanalysis and management, investment analysis and portfolio management,commercial and investment banking, insurance, riskmanagement, and international finance.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a major in finance will be able to• Identify the most current methods for analyzing, interpreting,and reporting financial information.• Develop, integrate, and apply information to assess the presentand future financial status of an organization.• Use current analytical tools to measure and control the risk ofan investment portfolio or a business.• Estimate short- and long-term financing needs.• Prepare and analyze capital budgeting projects.• Determine the value of potential acquisitions and analyzecompetitors.• Determine the role of derivatives in the financial process.• Describe the different dimensions of international finance.52

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L A• Use effective written and oral communication skills consistentwith the business and professional environment.• Think critically, analyze information, and solve problems re l a t e dto complex financial issues.• Use computers, financial software, and databases for advancedfinancial analysis and presentation.Degree RequirementsA degree with a major in finance requires the successful completionof 120 semester hours of coursework, including 36 semesterhours for the major (indicated by ◆); 41 semester hours in generaleducation re q u i re m e n t s ; and 43 semester hours in the minor, electives,and other degree requirements. At least 18 semester hoursin the major must be earned in upper-level courses (numbered300 or above).The following course sequence will fulfill all the requirementsfor the BS in finance. Since some recommended courses fulfillmore than one requirement, substituting courses for those listedmay make it necessary to take additional courses to meet degreerequirements. Students should consult an advisor whenever takingadvantage of other options. Information on alternate courses(where allowable) to fulfill general education requirements (incommunications, arts and humanities, behavioral and social sciences,biological and physical sciences, mathematics, and interdisciplinaryissues) and cross-curricular requirements (in civicresponsibility, historical, and international perspectives) may befound on p. 19.Finance Major CoursesSemester HoursFirst Courses (to be taken within the first 18 semester hours)Note: Placement tests are required for math and English composition courses.LIBS 150 Information Literacy and Research Methods 1ENGL 101/101X Introduction to Writing 3MATH 107 College Algebra 3or a higher-level math courseBMGT 110 Introduction to Business and Management 3(strongly recommended elective for studentswith no prior business experience)Introductory Courses (to be taken within the first 30 semester hours)◆ ACCT 220 Principles of Accounting I 3ECON 201 Principles of Macroeconomics 3(related requirement for the major; also fulfillsthe first general education requirement inbehavioral and social sciences)NSCI 100 Introduction to Physical Science 3and NSCI 101 Physical Science Laboratory 1or other course(s) to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical scienceswith related laboratoryENGL 291 Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writingIFSM 201 Introduction to Computer-Based Systems 3PHIL 140 Contemporary Moral Issues 3or a foreign language courseor other ARTH, ARTT, HIST, HUMN,MUSC, PHIL, THET, dance, or literaturecourse to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in arts and humanitiesFoundation Courses (to be taken within the first 60 semester hours)◆ STAT 230 Business Statistics 3or STAT 200Introduction to StatisticsPSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology 3or SOCY 100Introduction to Sociologyor other course to fulfill the second general educationrequirement in behavioral and socialsciences (discipline must differ from first)◆ ACCT 221 Principles of Accounting II 3BIOL 101 Concepts of Biology 3or ASTR 100Introduction to Astronomyor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical sciencesECON 203 Principles of Microeconomics I 3(related requirement for major)HIST 142 Western Civilization II 3or HIST 157 History of the United States Since 1865or other course(s) to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in arts and humanities(discipline must differ from first) and the crosscurricularrequirement in historical perspectiveSPCH 100 Foundations of Speech Communication 3or COMM 390 Writing for Managersor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing or speechIFSM 300 Information Systems in Organizations 3or ACCT 326Accounting Information Systems◆ BMGT 364 Management and Organization Theory 3Additional Required Courses (to be taken after introductory andfoundation courses)◆ BMGT 340 Business Finance 3◆ MRKT 310 Marketing Principles and Organization 3◆ BMGT 343 Investments 3COMM 394/394X Business Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/upper-levelintensive writing◆ ECON 430 Money and Banking 3or other supplemental major course chosen from the following:BMGT 345 Property and Liability InsuranceBMGT 346 Risk ManagementBMGT 347 Life InsuranceBMGT 444 Futures Contracts and OptionsBMGT 445 Commercial Bank ManagementBMGT 446 International FinanceBMGT 498Q Financial AnalysisECON 305 Intermediate Macroeconomic Theory and PolicyECON 306 Intermediate Microeconomic Theory53

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L A◆ BMGT 440 Financial Management 3◆ BMGT 443 Security Analysis and Valuation 3◆ BMGT 446 International Finance 3or other supplemental major course from list onprevious pageBMGT 392 Global Business Management 3or other course to fulfill the cross-curricularrequirement in international perspectiveBMGT 496 Business Ethics 3or other course to fulfill the cross-curricularrequirement in civic responsibilityMinor and/or Elective Courses (to be taken in the last 60 hours along withrequired major courses) 31Recommended MinorsHuman resource management, marketing, finance, or other businessrelatedminorCapstone Course for Major (to be taken in the last 30 semester hours)◆ BMGT 495 Strategic Management 3Total credits for BS in finance 1 2 0Minor in Fi n a n c eThe finance minor complements the skills the student gains in hisor her major discipline by providing a study of the institutions,theory, and practice associated with the allocation of financialresources within the private sector.Requirements for the MinorA minor in finance re q u i res the completion of 15 semester hours ofc o u r s ew o rk in finance, drawn from various disciplines as appro p r i-ate; at least 9 semester hours must be earned in upper-level courses( n u m b e red 300 or above). Specific course re q u i rements are listedb e l ow. If a specific course re q u i red for the minor is taken instead tosatisfy the re q u i rements for the major, another course in the samediscipline should be substituted to fulfill the re q u i red minimumnumber of semester hours for the minor. Any course used to re p l a c ean upper-level course should also be classified as upper leve l .For a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree, studentsshould refer to their major and pp. 19–20.Finance Minor Courses(to be taken in the the last 60 semester hours with requiredand supplemental major courses)Semester HoursRequired CoursesBMGT 340 Business Finance 3BMGT 343 Investments 3Supplemental CoursesAny course applicable to the finance major 3A second supplemental course 3A third supplemental course 3Total credits for minor in finance 1 5ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a minor in finance will be able to• Identify the latest methods for analyzing, interpreting, andreporting financial data.• Develop information to assess the present and future financialstatus of an organization.• Use current analytical tools to measure and control the risk ofan investment portfolio or a business.• Estimate short- and long-term financing needs.• Analyze capital budgeting projects.• Determine the value of potential acquisitions and analyzecompetitors.• Determine the role of derivatives in the financial process.• Describe the various dimensions of international finance.• Use effective written and oral communication skills consistentwith the business and professional environment.• Think critically, analyze information, and solve problems whendealing with complex financial issues.• Use financial and database software and other computertechnologies.54

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L AFire ScienceStudents may seek either an academic major or minor in fire science.Major in Fi re ScienceThe major in fire science covers disaster planning and the administrationof fire-protection services, encompassing all areas ofincendiary-fire management. Developed in conjunction with theNational Fire Academy of the Federal Emergency ManagementAgency, the major serves fire-service professionals seeking stateof-the-artknowledge to support advancement to chief executivemanagement and senior leadership positions. It also serves professionalsin related fields such as public safety, law enforcement,government, health services, insurance, and private-industry emergencyresponse, as well as those in military fire departments inthe United States and abroad. The major provides an understandingof the interagency coordination necessary for fire prevention,emergency management, safe and successful fire-incident command,and arson investigation. The curriculum includes analyticalapproaches to fire protection and investigation, personnel management,disaster and fire-defense planning, hazardous materialsmanagement, fire-protection structure and system design, the roleof the fire service within the community and political structure,and the phenomena of fire propagation.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a major in fire science will beable to• Explain and apply the organizational theories and skills requiredfor fire service administration.• Apply personnel management procedures and practices to managecareer and volunteer fire-protection organizations effectively.• Demonstrate fire prevention as the primary community-basedstrategy for fire protection and emergency management.• Develop and administer a comprehensive hazardous materialsmanagement program, from planning to postincident phases.• Analyze the legal implications and aspects of the fire department’srole in public safety.• Describe the fire-related social, cultural, behavioral, economic,and political characteristics of diverse populations in the UnitedStates and abroad and analyze their global impact on the fireproblem.• Conduct research using library resources, information technology,analytical tools, and the scientific method to predictand control fire problems and advance the body of knowledgein fire science.• Develop effective written communications consistent with thefire service and related professional environment.• Discuss the historical development of fire protection and applyhistorical lessons to contemporary issues in fire protection andemergency management.Degree RequirementsA degree with a major in fire science re q u i res the successful completionof 120 semester hours of coursew o rk, including 30 semesterhours for the major (indicated by ◆); 41 semester hours in generaleducation re q u i rements; and 49 semester hours in the minor, electi ves, and other degree re q u i rements. At least 15 semester hours inthe major must be earned in upper-level courses (numbered 300 ora b ove).The following course sequence will fulfill all the re q u i rements forthe BS in fire science. Since some recommended courses fulfillm o re than one re q u i rement, substituting courses for those listedmay make it necessary to take additional courses to meet degre ere q u i rements. Students should consult an advisor whenever takinga d vantage of other options. Information on alternate courses (wherea l l owable) to fulfill general education requirements (in communications,arts and humanities, behavioral and social sciences, biologicaland physical sciences, mathematics, and interdisciplinaryissues) and cross-curricular requirements (in civic responsibility,historical, and international perspectives) may be found on p. 19.Fire Science Major CoursesSemester HoursFirst Courses (to be taken within the first 18 semester hours)Note: Placement tests are required for math and English composition courses.LIBS 150 Information Literacy and Research Methods 1ENGL 101/101X Introduction to Writing 3MATH 105Mathematics: Contemporary Topics andApplications 3or MATH 106 Finite Mathematicsor a higher-level math course(MATH 107 strongly recommended)Introductory Courses (to be taken within the first 30 semester hours)GVPT 170 American Government 3or other ANTH, BEHS, ECON, GEOG,GVPT, PSYC, SOCY, or eligible GERO orCCJS course to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in behavioral and social sciencesBIOL 101 Concepts of Biology 3and BIOL 102 Laboratory in Biology 1or other course(s) to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical scienceswith related laboratoryENGL 291 Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writingIFSM 201 Introduction to Computer-Based Systems 3PHIL 140 Contemporary Moral Issues 3or a foreign language courseor other ARTH, ARTT, HIST, HUMN,MUSC, PHIL, THET, dance, or literaturecourse to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in arts and humanities55

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L AFoundation Courses (to be taken within the first 60 semester hours)PSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology 3or SOCY 100Introduction to Sociologyor other course to fulfill the second general educationrequirement in behavioral and socialsciences (discipline must differ from first)NSCI 100 Introduction to Physical Science 3or ASTR 100Introduction to Astronomyor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical sciencesHIST 142 Western Civilization II 3or HIST 157 History of the United States Since 1865or other course to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in arts and humanities(discipline must differ from first) and the crosscurricularrequirement in historical perspective◆ FSCN 302 Advanced Fire Administration 3ANTH 344 Cultural Anthropology and Linguistics 3or SPCH 482Intercultural Communicationor other course to fulfill the cross-curricularrequirement in international perspectiveCOMM 390 Writing for Managers 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing or speechIFSM 300 Information Systems in Organizations 3or ACCT 326Accounting Information Systems(students should note prerequisites)◆ FSCN 304 Fire-Personnel Management 3IFSM 304 Ethics in the Information Age 3or other course to fulfill the second general educationrequirement in interdisciplinary issues/computing and the cross-curricular requirementin civic responsibilityAdditional Required Courses (to be taken after introductory andfoundation courses)COMM 394/394X Business Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/upper-levelintensive writing◆ FSCN 305 Fire-Prevention Organization and Management 3◆ FSCN 412Political and Legal Foundationsof Fire Protection 3◆ FSCN 403 Managerial Issues in Hazardous Materials 3◆ Any FSCN course (supplemental major course) 3◆ Any FSCN course (supplemental major course) 3◆ Any FSCN course (supplemental major course) 3◆ Any FSCN course (supplemental major course) 3◆ Any FSCN course (supplemental major course) 3Minor and/or Elective Courses (to be taken in the last 60 hours along withrequired major courses) 43Recommended ElectiveSTAT 200Introduction to StatisticsTotal credits for BS in fire science 1 2 0Minor in Fi re ScienceThe fire science minor complements the skills the student gainsin his or her major discipline by providing knowledge of disasterplanning and the administration of fire-protection services,including organization, planning, operating procedures, management,and allocation of limited resources.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a minor in fire science will beable to• Recognize the legal basis for public safety responsibility andproduct liability.• Develop innovative leadership and team-management skillsnecessary for success in a diverse and changing workplace.• Use computer technology to inform and enhance operationaland strategic management decisions.• Apply current computer applications and technology in theworkplace.• Explain fire fighting and disaster planning as practiced in otherparts of the world.• Write reports and make presentations of the quality expected bysenior management.• Use current information technology to access relevant managerialand educational resources worldwide.• Develop a comprehensive hazardous materials management program,including preincident planning, on-site emergencyresponse, and postincident analysis and investigation.• Apply skills in analysis and evaluation to complete fire-riskassessment.• Think critically and constructively and perform research in firescience using commonly accepted quantitative and qualitativeanalytical tools to understand and evaluate fire and emergencysituations and scenarios.• Apply analytical and problem-solving methods in resolving fireand other emergency problems and issues.• Analyze the domestic and global dimensions of fire science.• Develop effective written and oral communications consistentwith the fire-service and related professional environment.• Describe the impact of historical events and social change onthe fire and rescue service of today.Requirements for the MinorA minor in fire science requires the completion of 15 semesterhours of coursework in fire science, at least 9 of which mustbe earned in upper-level courses (numbered 300 or above).Specific course requirements are listed on the next page. If aspecific course required for the minor is taken instead to satisfythe requirements for the major, another course in the same disciplineshould be substituted to fulfill the required minimum numberof semester hours. Any course used to replace an upper-levelcourse should also be classified as upper level.56

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L AFor a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree,students should refer to their major and pp. 19–20.Fire Science Minor Courses(to be taken in the the last 60 semester hours with requiredand supplemental major courses)Semester HoursFoundation CourseFSCN 302 Advanced Fire Administration 3or FSCN 304Fire-Personnel ManagementSupplemental CoursesAny FSCN course 3Any FSCN course 3Any FSCN course 3Any FSCN course 3Total credits for minor in fire science 1 5ForensicsStudents may seek an academic minor in forensics.Minor in Fo re n s i c sThe minor in forensics complements the skills the student gainsin his or her major discipline by providing interdisciplinary studyin selected areas of criminal justice, natural science, social science,investigation and security, information and computer systems,psychology, and sociology. It combines laboratory and field skillsin the collection and analysis of physical evidence with furtherstudy in the various subfields of forensics.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a minor in forensics will be able to• Collect, manipulate, and analyze various pieces of evidence anddata from crime scenes.• Articulate the role of crime scene investigation and evidence inthe criminal justice system.• Explain the role of the social, behavioral, natural, and computersciences in forensics.Requirements for the MinorA minor in forensics requires the completion of 15 semester hoursof coursework in criminal justice, natural science, social science,and investigation or security; at least 9 semester hours must beearned in upper-level courses (numbered 300 or above). Specificcourse requirements are listed below. If a specific course requiredfor the minor is taken instead to satisfy requirements for themajor, another course from the lists below or another forensicscience course should be substituted to fulfill the minimumnumber of semester hours for the minor.For a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree,students should refer to their major and pp. 19–20.Forensics Minor Courses(to be taken in the the last 60 semester hours with requiredand supplemental major courses)Semester HoursRequired CoursesCCJS 234 Criminal Procedure and Evidence 3CCJS 320 Introduction to Criminalistics 3Natural Science CourseOne course chosen from the following: 3BIOL 240 Elements of BiochemistryBIOL 320 Forensic BiologyBIOL 356 Molecular Biology LaboratoryNSCI 301 Laboratory Organization and ManagementSocial Science CourseOne course chosen from the following: 3CCJS 461 Psychology of Criminal BehaviorFSCN 402 Fire-Related Human BehaviorPSYC 370 Foundations of Forensic PsychologySOCY 427 Deviant BehaviorInvestigations and Security CourseOne course chosen from the following: 3CCJS 420 Medical and Legal Investigations of DeathCCJS 496 Computer Crime and SecurityFSCN 306 Incendiary-Fire Analysis and InvestigationFSCN 403 Managerial Issues in Hazardous MaterialsTotal credits for minor in forensics 1 557

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L AGeneral StudiesStudents may seek an academic major in general studies.Major in General St u d i e sThe general studies major allows students to take courses in a particularfocus area and related discipline or in an interdisciplinarycombination. It allows the student to draw from various disciplinesthat provide a body of knowledge appropriate to an identifiedarea of interest (for example, an aspect of culture, a historicalperiod, or a geographical location). The interdisciplinary approachemphasizes analysis and synthesis of diverse theory and practice.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a major in general studies will beable to• Understand and apply key concepts from chosen disciplines.• Develop effective written and oral communication skills consistentwith the chosen areas of study.• Apply skills and concepts to problems of modern life.• Define an approach grounded in the chosen disciplines andappropriate to the study of a specific topic, area, or theme.• Develop effective skills in cross-disciplinary comparison, historicaland critical analysis, research, and evaluation.• Use computers for communication and research.• Demonstrate information literacy through research and resourceevaluation appropriate to the chosen area of study.Degree RequirementsA degree with a major in general studies requires the successfulcompletion of 120 semester hours of coursework appropriateto the option chosen (in-depth focus, interdisciplinary breadth,or individual studies). The general studies major requires priorapproval. Students must submit a formal proposal explaining thefocus and curricular objectives of the proposed course of studentand identifying specific courses to fulfill those objectives. Studentsshould consult an advisor about the requirements and procedurefor submitting a proposal.The general studies major is subject to all re q u i rements and limitationsapplied to other majors. The following course sequence willfill the re q u i rements for the BS in general studies if course selectionin the major is approved. Coursew o rk includes 30 semester hoursfor the major (indicated by ◆); 41 semester hours in general educationre q u i rements; and 49 semester hours in the minor, elective s ,and other degree re q u i rements. At least 15 semester hours in themajor must be earned in upper-level courses (numbered 300 ora b ove). Since some recommended courses fulfill more than onere q u i rement, substituting courses for those listed may make it necessa ry to take additional courses to meet degree re q u i rements. St u d e n t sshould consult an advisor whenever taking advantage of otheroptions. Information on alternate courses (where allowable) to fulfillgeneral education re q u i rements (in communications, arts andhumanities, behavioral and social sciences, biological and physicalsciences, mathematics, and interd i s c i p l i n a ry issues) and cro s s -curricular re q u i rements (in civic re s p o n s i b i l i t y, historical, andinternational perspectives) may be found on p. 19.General Studies Major CoursesSemester HoursFirst Courses (to be taken within the first 18 semester hours)Note: Placement tests are required for math and English composition courses.LIBS 150 Information Literacy and Research Methods 1ENGL 101/101X Introduction to Writing 3MATH 105Mathematics: Contemporary Topicsand Applications 3or MATH 106 Finite Mathematicsor a higher-level math courseIntroductory Courses (to be taken within the first 30 semester hours)PHIL 140 Contemporary Moral Issues 3or a foreign language courseor other ARTH, ARTT, HIST, HUMN,MUSC, PHIL, THET, dance, or literaturecourse to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in arts and humanitiesBIOL 101 Concepts of Biology 3and BIOL 102 Laboratory in Biology 1or other course(s) to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical scienceswith related laboratoryENGL 291 Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writingGVPT 170 American Government 3or other ANTH, BEHS, ECON, GEOG,GVPT, PSYC, SOCY, or eligible GERO orCCJS course to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in behavioral and social sciencesIFSM 201 Introduction to Computer-Based Systems 3Foundation Courses (to be taken within the first 60 semester hours)PSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology 3or SOCY 100Introduction to Sociologyor other course to fulfill the second general educationrequirement in behavioral and socialsciences (discipline must differ from first)NSCI 100 Introduction to Physical Science 3or ASTR 100Introduction to Astronomyor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical sciencesHIST 142 Western Civilization II 3or HIST 157 History of the United States Since 1865or other course(s) to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in arts and humanities(discipline must differ from first) and the crosscurricularrequirement in historical perspective58

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L AIFSM 304 Ethics in the Information Age 3or other course(s) to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in interdisciplinaryissues/computing and the cross-curricularrequirement in civic responsibilitySPCH 100 Foundations of Speech Communication 3or ENGL 281Standard English Grammar, Usage, and Dictionor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing or speechHUMN 351 Myth and Culture 3or other course to fulfill the cross-curricularrequirement in international perspectiveAdditional Required Courses for the Major and Degree (to be taken afterintroductory and foundation courses)ENGL 391/391X Advanced Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/upper-levelintensive writing◆ Coursework for the major 30Note: Half of total coursework must be upper level. All options requireproposal and prior approval.In-depth Option18 semester hours in focus discipline(12 of which are upper level)9 semester hours in supporting discipline(3 of which are upper level)3 semester hours in related electivesInterdisciplinary Breadth Option12 semester hours from first discipline(6 of which are upper level)12 semester hours from second discipline(6 of which are upper level)6 semester hours from third discipline(3 of which are upper level)Individual Studies OptionSubject to detailed proposal and prior approvalMinor and/or Elective Courses (to be taken in the last 60 hours along withrequired major courses) 46Total credits for BS in general studies 1 2 0GerontologyStudents may seek an academic major or minor in gerontology.Major in Ge ro n t o l o gyThe major in gerontology prepares students to implement andmanage health and human service programs in gerontology. Itcombines a foundation in the psychological and physical aspectsof aging with an understanding of programs, services, and policiesrelated to aging and older adults.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a major in gerontology will beable to• Describe and analyze the biological and psychosocial processesof aging.• Demonstrate an understanding of historical trends in the fieldof gerontology.• Analyze the impact of race, ethnicity, gender, and social class onthe aging process.• Identify and apply cross-cultural and international perspectiveson aging.• Identify services and programs available to older adults locallyand nationally.• Articulate and analyze the development of policies relatedto aging and their impact on programs for older adults, bothlocally and nationally.• Demonstrate the ability to access, interpret, and apply gerontologicalresearch findings.• Apply interdisciplinary gerontological knowledge to work witholder adults in one’s chosen area of practice.• Effectively communicate gerontological concepts in oral andwritten form.Degree RequirementsA degree with a major in gerontology re q u i res the successful completionof 120 semester hours of coursew o rk, including 30 semesterhours for the major (indicated by ◆); 41 semester hours in generaleducation re q u i rements; and 49 semester hours in the minor, electi ves, and other degree re q u i rements. At least 15 semester hours inthe major must be earned in upper-level courses (numbered 300 ora b ove).The following course sequence will fulfill all the re q u i rements forthe BS in gero n t o l o g y. Since some recommended courses fulfillm o re than one re q u i rement, substituting courses for those listedmay make it necessary to take additional courses to meet degre ere q u i rements. Students should consult an advisor whenever takinga d vantage of other options. Information on alternate courses (wherea l l owable) to fulfill general education re q u i rements (in communica-59

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L Ations, arts and humanities, behavioral and social sciences, biologicaland physical sciences, mathematics, and interd i s c i p l i n a ry issues) andc ross-curricular re q u i rements (in civic re s p o n s i b i l i t y, historical, andinternational perspectives) may be found on p. 19.Gerontology Major CoursesSemester HoursFirst Courses (to be taken within the first 18 semester hours)Note: Placement tests are required for math and English composition courses.LIBS 150 Information Literacy and Research Methods 1ENGL 101/101X Introduction to Writing 3MATH 107 College Algebra 3or a higher-level math courseIntroductory Courses (to be taken within the first 30 semester hours)◆ GERO 100 Introduction to Gerontology 3GVPT 170 American Government 3or other ANTH, BEHS, ECON, GEOG,GVPT, PSYC, SOCY, or eligible GERO orCCJS course to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in behavioral and social sciencesBIOL 101 Concepts of Biology 3and BIOL 102 Laboratory in Biology 1or other course(s) to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical scienceswith related laboratoryENGL 291 Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writingIFSM 201 Introduction to Computer-Based Systems 3PHIL 140 Contemporary Moral Issues 3or a foreign language courseor other ARTH, ARTT, HIST, HUMN,MUSC, PHIL, THET, dance, or literaturecourse to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in arts and humanitiesFoundation Courses (to be taken within the first 60 semester hours)◆ GERO 220 Psychological Aspects of Aging 3or PSYC 357Psychology of Adulthood and Aging◆ STAT 230 Business Statistics 3or STAT 200Introduction to Statisticsor PSYC 200Introduction to Statistical Methods in PsychologyPSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology 3or SOCY 100Introduction to Sociologyor other course to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in behavioral and socialsciences (discipline must differ from first)NSCI 100 Introduction to Physical Science 3or ASTR 100Introduction to Astronomyor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical sciencesHIST 142 Western Civilization II 3or HIST 157 History of the United States Since 1865or other course(s) to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in arts and humanities(discipline must differ from first) and the crosscurricularrequirement in historical perspectiveSPCH 100 Foundations of Speech Communication 3or COMM 380 Language in Social Contextsor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing or speechIFSM 304 Ethics in the Information Age 3or other course(s) to fulfill the second general educationrequirement in interdisciplinary issues/computing and the cross-curricular requirementin civic responsibility◆ GERO 302 Health and Aging 3or BIOL 307The Biology of AgingAdditional Required Courses (to be taken after introductory andfoundation courses)ANTH 344 Cultural Anthropology and Linguistics 3or SPCH 482Intercultural Communicationsor other course to fulfill the cross-curricularrequirement in international perspective◆ GERO 301 Service/Program Management 3◆ GERO 306 Programs, Services, and Policies 3ENGL 391/391X Advanced Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/upper-levelintensive writing◆ GERO 338 Health Promotion in Older Adults 3or other supplemental major course from the following:GERO 391 Legal Issues in AgingGERO 350 The Older LearnerGERO 355 Nutritional Concerns of AgingGERO 380 End of Life: Issues and PerspectivesGERO 460 Neurocognitive Functioning in the Aging◆ GERO 311 Women and Aging 3or GERO 410Cross-Cultural Perspectives of Agingor any GERO course as other supplementalmajor course◆ GERO 327 Ethnicity and Aging 3or any GERO course as other supplementalmajor courseMinor and/or Elective Courses (to be taken in the last 60 hours along withrequired major courses) 46Internship for Major (to be taken in the last 30 semester hours)◆ GERO 486A Internship in Gerontology Through Co-op 3Total credits for BS in gerontology 1 2 0Minor in Ge ro n t o l o gyThe gerontology minor complements the skills the student gainsin his or her major discipline by examining aging from a multidisciplinaryperspective that integrates biological, sociological,psychological, and historical perspectives. It provides the studentwith the opportunity to study complex processes and aspects ofaging and the field of gerontology.60

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L AObjectivesThe student who graduates with a minor in gerontology will beable to• Demonstrate the ability to apply—in an integrated, interdisciplinaryway—biological, sociological, psychological, and healthconcepts to work with older adults.• Evaluate important historical trends in the field of aging and theireffect on understanding the aging process for different generations.• A n a l y ze the impact of gender, ethnicity, and socioeconomic statuson the experience of aging from an interd i s c i p l i n a ry perspective .• Analyze current family and intergenerational issues related toaging from an interdisciplinary perspective.• Articulate the social, political, legal, health, and policy implicationsof a rapidly expanding aging population for society.• A n a l y ze important cross-cultural issues in aging and gero n t o l o g y.• Use information technology skills to access and retrieve informationon aging and gerontology.Requirements for the MinorA minor in gerontology requires the completion of 15 semesterhours of coursework in gerontology, at least 9 of which must beearned in upper-level courses (numbered 300 or above). Specificcourse requirements are listed below. If a specific course requiredfor the minor is taken instead to satisfy the requirements for themajor, another course in the same discipline should be substitutedto fulfill the required minimum number of semester hours for theminor. Any course used to replace an upper-level course shouldalso be classified as upper level.For a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree,students should refer to their major and pp. 19–20.Gerontology Minor CoursesSemester Hours(to be taken in the the last 60 semester hours with requiredand supplemental major courses)Required CourseGERO 100 Introduction to Gerontology 3Foundation CourseGERO 220 Psychological Aspects of Aging 3or PSYC 357Psychology of Adulthood and AgingCore CoursesOne course chosen from the following: 3GERO 302 Health and Agingor BIOL 307 The Biology of AgingGERO 306 Programs, Services, and PoliciesGERO 331 Sociology of AgingGERO 486A Internship in Gerontology Through Co-opA second core course chosen from the above list 3Supplemental CourseAny upper-level GERO course 3Total credits for minor in gerontology 1 5Global Businessand Public PolicyStudents may seek an academic major in global business andpublic policy.Major in Global Business and Public Po l i c yThe major in global business and public policy prepares studentsfor career opportunities in all economic sectors, including domesticand global business; federal, state, and local governments;international governmental organization; and domestic and internationalnongovernmental or nonprofit sectors. The major combinesa foundation in the principles of business, marketing, andaccounting with an in-depth focus on global business and publicpolicy, including study in international and multinational management,public policy and management, and issues related tointernational law, marketing, finance, and development.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a major in global business andpublic policy will be able to• Define relevant theories and concepts and explain theirapplications to global business and public policy.• Identify and assess the impact of national social systems oninternational business and public policy and describe thedynamic interrelationships between the domestic and globalenvironments.• Demonstrate an understanding of the roles of government,multinational corporations, and global and regional organizationsin international business and identify related publicpolicy issues.• Explain the role of the manager as a global leader in today’scomplex, cross-functional, multicultural, economic, andpolitical settings.• Apply critical thinking, analytic, communication, and teambuilding skills.Degree RequirementsA degree with a major in global business and public policy re q u i re sthe successful completion of 120 semester hours of coursew o rk ,including 36 semester hours for the major (indicated by ◆);41 semester hours in general education requirements; and43 semester hours in the minor, electives, and other degreerequirements. At least 18 semester hours in the major must beearned in upper-level courses (numbered 300 or above).The following course sequence will fulfill all the requirements forthe BS in global business and public policy. Since some recommendedcourses fulfill more than one requirement, substituting61

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L Acourses for those listed may make it necessary to take additionalcourses to meet degree re q u i rements. Students should consult anadvisor whenever taking advantage of other options. In f o r m a t i o non alternate courses (where allowable) to fulfill general educationre q u i rements (in communications, arts and humanities, behavioraland social sciences, biological and physical sciences, mathematics,and interd i s c i p l i n a ry issues) and cross-curricular re q u i rements (incivic re s p o n s i b i l i t y, historical, and international perspectives) maybe found on p. 19.Global Business and Public PolicyMajor CoursesSemester HoursFirst Courses (to be taken within the first 18 semester hours)Note: Placement tests are required for math and English composition courses.LIBS 150 Information Literacy and Research Methods 1ENGL 101/101X Introduction to Writing 3MATH 107 College Algebra 3or a higher-level math courseBMGT 110 Introduction to Business and Management 3(strongly recommended elective for studentswith no prior business experience)Introductory Courses (to be taken within the first 30 semester hours)◆ ACCT 220 Principles of Accounting I 3ECON 201 Principles of Macroeconomics 3(related requirement for the major; alsofulfills first general education requirementin behavioral and social sciences)NSCI 100 Introduction to Physical Science 3and NSCI 101 Physical Science Laboratory 1or other course(s) to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical scienceswith related laboratoryENGL 291 Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writingIFSM 201 Introduction to Computer-Based Systems 3PHIL 140 Contemporary Moral Issues 3or a foreign language courseor other ARTH, ARTT, HIST, HUMN,MUSC, PHIL, THET, dance, or literaturecourse to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in arts and humanitiesFoundation Courses (to be taken within the first 60 semester hours)STAT 230 Business Statistics 3(related requirement for major)◆ ACCT 221 Principles of Accounting II 3ECON 203 Principles of Microeconomics 3(related requirement for major)HIST 142 Western Civilization II 3or HIST 157 History of the United States Since 1865or other course(s) to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in arts and humanities(discipline must differ from first) and the crosscurricularrequirement in historical perspectivePSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology 3or SOCY 100Introduction to Sociologyor other course to fulfill the second general educationrequirement in behavioral and socialsciences (discipline must differ from first)SPCH 100 Foundations of Speech Communication 3or COMM 390 Writing for Managersor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing or speechBIOL 101 Concepts of Biology 3or ASTR 100Introduction to Astronomyor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical sciences◆ BMGT 364 Management and Organization Theory 3◆ MRKT 310 Marketing Principles and Organization 3IFSM 300 Information Systems in Organizations 3or ACCT 326Accounting Information SystemsAdditional Required Courses (to be taken after introductory andfoundation courses)COMM 394/394X Business Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/upper-levelintensive writingBMGT 380 Business Law I 3(related requirement for major)◆ BMGT 392 Global Business Management 3(also fulfills the cross-curricular requirement ininternational perspective)◆ BMGT 340 Business Finance 3◆ BMGT 498P International Business Law 3or other supplemental major course chosen from the following:ACCT 425 International AccountingBMGT 339 Government and Business ContractingBMGT 446 International FinanceBMGT 481 Management of Public Business EnterprisesBMGT 496 Business EthicsBMGT 498F Environmental Management and BusinessBMGT 498J Legal Aspects of Technology ManagementBMGT 498S Global CommerceHRMN 408 Employment Law for Business◆ BMGT 366 Managing in the Public Sector 3◆ BMGT 498R Multinational Management 3◆ BMGT 482 Business and Government 3◆ BMGT 498O The Global Manager and Public Policy 3or MRKT 454 Global Marketing◆ BMGT 339 Government and Business Contracting 3or other supplemental major course from theabove listBMGT 496 Business Ethics 3or other course to fulfill the cross-curricularrequirement in civic responsibilityMinor and/or Elective Courses (to be taken in the last 60 hours along withrequired major courses) 28Total credits for BS in global business and public policy 1 2 062

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L AGovernment and PoliticsStudents may seek an academic minor in government and politics.Minor in Gove rnment and Po l i t i c sThe government and politics minor complements the skills thestudent gains in his or her major discipline by providing a studyof U.S. government and politics, comparative government, internationalrelations, public administration, and state and localadministration.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a minor in government andpolitics will be able to• Explain political science terminology and concepts.• Explain a variety of approaches to the study and practiceof politics.• Explain the scope of political science, government, politicalprocess, law, and international politics.• Articulate informed opinions about political issues and events.• Analyze social and political problems.Requirements for the MinorA minor in government and politics requires the completion of15 semester hours of coursework in government and politics, atleast 9 of which must be earned in upper-level courses (numbered300 or above). Specific course requirements are listed below. If aspecific course required for the minor is taken instead to satisfythe requirements for the major, another course in the same disciplineshould be substituted to fulfill the required minimum numberof semester hours for the minor. Any course used to replacean upper-level course should also be classified as upper level.For a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree,students should refer to their major and pp. 19–20.Government and Politics Minor Courses Semester Hours(to be taken in the the last 60 semester hours with required andsupplemental major courses)Foundation CoursesOne course chosen from the following: 3GVPT 100 Principles of Government and PoliticsGVPT 170 American GovernmentGVPT 200 International Political RelationsA second foundation course from the above list 3Supplemental CoursesNote: An academic advisor can indicate which courses qualify in therequired areas.One course in comparative government 3One course in public administration, state and local government,or administration 3One course in international relations 3Total credits for minor in government and politics 1 5HistoryStudents may seek either an academic major or minor in history.Major in Hi s t o ryThe major in history provides students with skills in historicalresearch and analysis, a chronological understanding of the past,and factual knowledge of specific historical periods. Study yieldsan appreciation of U.S. history, as well as the histories of otherpeoples and cultures, that enhances multicultural understandingin the workplace and everyday society. Such skills and knowledgeprepare students for careers in education, law, government, business,management, public relations, writing, and research.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a major in history will be able to• Demonstrate an understanding of historical methods andappreciate how history has been written and interpreted overrecorded time.• Articulate how he or she is uniquely affected by the U.S. historicalexperience.• Demonstrate a chronological understanding of the diverse peoples,events, and cultures that have shaped human civilization.• Think and read critically and conduct research that includesidentifying, evaluating, and presenting with integrity the primaryand secondary sources of historical information.• Demonstrate awareness of the ethical and social issues associatedwith the writing and interpreting of history.• Demonstrate an increased awareness of current events and theability to evaluate these events from a historical perspective.• Use research opportunities to develop and refine technologicalskills.• Write cogent, documented, historical papers that exhibit interpretiveskill as well as factual knowledge.Degree RequirementsA degree with a major in history requires the successful completionof 120 semester hours of coursework, including 33 semester63

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L Ahours for the major (indicated by ◆); 41 semester hours in generaleducation requirements; and 46 semester hours in the minor, electives,and other degree requirements. At least 17 semester hoursin the major must be earned in upper-level courses (numbered300 or above).The following course sequence will fulfill all the requirementsfor the BA in history. Since some recommended courses fulfillmore than one requirement, substituting courses for those listedmay make it necessary to take additional courses to meet degreerequirements. Students should consult an advisor whenever takingadvantage of other options. Information on alternate courses(where allowable) to fulfill general education requirements (incommunications, arts and humanities, behavioral and social sciences,biological and physical sciences, mathematics, and interdisciplinaryissues) and cross-curricular requirements (in civicresponsibility, historical, and international perspectives) may befound on p. 19.History Major CoursesSemester HoursFirst Courses (to be taken within the first 18 semester hours)Note: Placement tests are required for math and English composition courses.LIBS 150 Information Literacy and Research Methods 1ENGL 101/101X Introduction to Writing 3MATH 105Mathematics: Contemporary Topicsand Applications 3or MATH 106 Finite Mathematicsor a higher-level math courseIntroductory Courses (to be taken within the first 30 semester hours)◆ HIST 115 World History I 3or HIST 141Western Civilization Ior HIST 284East Asian Civilization I(first course in required two-course worldhistory sequence)PHIL 140 Contemporary Moral Issues 3or a foreign language courseor other ARTH, ARTT, HIST, HUMN,MUSC, PHIL, THET, dance, or literaturecourse to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in arts and humanitiesBIOL 101 Concepts of Biology 3and BIOL 102 Laboratory in Biology 1or other course(s) to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical scienceswith related laboratoryENGL 291 Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writingGVPT 170 American Government 3or other ANTH, BEHS, ECON, GEOG,GVPT, PSYC, SOCY, or eligible GERO orCCJS course to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in behavioral and social sciencesIFSM 201 Introduction to Computer-Based Systems 3◆ HIST 116 World History II 3or HIST 142Western Civilization IIor HIST 285East Asian Civilization II(second course in required world history sequence)Foundation Courses (to be taken within the first 60 semester hours)◆ HIST 156 History of the United States to 1865 3PSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology 3or SOCY 100Introduction to Sociologyor other course to fulfill the second general educationrequirement in behavioral and socialsciences (discipline must differ from first)NSCI 100 Introduction to Physical Science 3or ASTR 100Introduction to Astronomyor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical sciences◆ HIST 157 History of the United States Since 1865 3ENGL 240 Introduction to Fiction, Poetry, and Drama 3or HUMN 311 Workplace Ethicsor other course to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in arts and humanities(discipline must differ from first)SPCH 100 Foundations of Speech Communication 3or COMM 380 Language in Social Contextsor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing or speechIFSM 304 Ethics in the Information Age 3or other course(s) to fulfill the second general educationrequirement in interdisciplinary issues/computing and the cross-curricular requirementin civic responsibilityHUMN 351 Myth and Culture 3or other course to fulfill the cross-curricularrequirement in international perspectiveAdditional Required Courses (to be taken after introductory andfoundation courses)ENGL 391/391X Advanced Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/upper-levelintensive writing◆ HIST 309 Introduction to Historical Writing 3◆ HIST 364 Emergence of Modern America: 1900 to 1945 3or any U.S. history course except HIST 156 orHIST 157◆ HIST 336 Europe in the 19th Century: 1815 to 1919 3or any European history course exceptHIST 141 or HIST 142◆ HIST 481 History of Modern China 3or any world regions history course exceptHIST 115 or HIST 116◆ Any HIST course (supplemental major course) 3◆ Any upper-level HIST course (supplemental major course) 3◆ Any upper-level HIST course (supplemental major course) 3Minor and/or Elective Courses (to be taken in the last 60 hours along withrequired major courses) 43Total credits for BA in history 1 2 064

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L AMinor in Hi s t o ryThe history minor complements the skills the student gains in hisor her major discipline by offering a historical perspective and bydeveloping critical thinking and an appreciation of the major contributionsof various events and individuals to human civilization.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a minor in history will be able to• Demonstrate an understanding of historical methods andappreciate how history has been written and interpreted overrecorded time.• Articulate how he or she is uniquely affected by the U.S. historicalexperience.• Demonstrate a chronological understanding of the diverse peoples,events, and cultures that have shaped human civilization.• Demonstrate an increased awareness of current events and theability to evaluate these events from a historical perspective.Requirements for the MinorA minor in history requires the completion of 15 semester hoursof coursework in history, at least 12 of which must be earned inupper-level courses (numbered 300 or above). Specific courserequirements are listed below. If a specific course required for theminor is taken instead to satisfy the requirements for the major,another course in the same discipline should be substituted tofulfill the required minimum number of semester hours for theminor. Any course used to replace an upper-level course shouldalso be classified as upper level.For a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree,students should refer to their major and pp. 19–20.History Minor CoursesSemester Hours(to be taken in the the last 60 semester hours with required andsupplemental major courses)Required CourseHIST 309 Introduction to Historical Writing 3Supplemental CoursesOne upper-level HIST course in U.S. history 3One upper-level HIST course in European history 3One upper-level HIST course in world regions history 3Any HIST course 3Total credits for minor in history 1 5HumanitiesStudents may seek either an academic major or minor inhumanities.Major in Hu m a n i t i e sThe humanities major offers a multidisciplinary study of globalhumanities that integrates topics in the arts, history, language andculture, literature, and philosophy and religion. The humanitiesmajor provides a broad perspective on human behavior, thought,and values and focuses on American, Asian, and European cultures.The integrated humanities major encourages thinking acrosstraditional disciplines.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a major in the humanities willbe able to• Demonstrate knowledge of and appreciation for the culturaltraditions, major ideas, and historical developments of thehuman experience.• Explain and critically assess the interrelationships of the arts,history, language and culture, literature, and philosophy.• Understand the major historical and cultural forces that influenceand control American, Asian, and European societies.• Develop interdisciplinary and multicultural perspectives foranalyzing and comparing the arts, history, language and culture,literature, and philosophies.• Apply critical reasoning, judgment, and choice.• Write and speak effectively and clearly.• Use computers for communication and research.Degree RequirementsA degree with a major in humanities re q u i res the successful completionof 120 semester hours of coursew o rk, including 30 semesterhours for the major (indicated by ◆); 41 semester hours in generaleducation re q u i rements; and 49 semester hours in the minor, electi ves, and other degree re q u i rements. At least 15 semester hours inthe major must be earned in upper-level courses (numbered 300or above ).The following course sequence will fulfill all the re q u i rements forthe BA in humanities. Since some recommended courses fulfillm o re than one re q u i rement, substituting courses for those listedmay make it necessary to take additional courses to meet degre ere q u i rements. Students should consult an advisor whenever takinga d vantage of other options. Information on alternate courses (wherea l l owable) to fulfill general education requirements (in communications,arts and humanities, behavioral and social sciences, biologicaland physical sciences, mathematics, and interdisciplinaryissues) and cross-curricular requirements (in civic responsibility,historical, and international perspectives) may be found on p. 19.65

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L AHumanities Major CoursesSemester HoursFirst Courses (to be taken within the first 18 semester hours)Note: Placement tests are required for math and English composition courses.LIBS 150 Information Literacy and Research Methods 1ENGL 101/101X Introduction to Writing 3MATH 105Mathematics: Contemporary Topicsand Applications 3or MATH 106 Finite Mathematicsor a higher-level math courseIntroductory Courses (to be taken within the first 30 semester hours)PHIL 140 Contemporary Moral Issues 3or a foreign language courseor other ARTH, ARTT, HIST, HUMN,MUSC, PHIL, THET, dance, or literaturecourse to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in arts and humanitiesBIOL 101 Concepts of Biology 3and BIOL 102 Laboratory in Biology 1or other course(s) to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical scienceswith related laboratoryENGL 291 Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writingGVPT 170 American Government 3or other ANTH, BEHS, ECON, GEOG,GVPT, PSYC, SOCY, or eligible GERO orCCJS course to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in behavioral and social sciencesIFSM 201 Introduction to Computer-Based Systems 3◆ HUMN 102 Classical Foundations 3or HUMN 120 America in PerspectiveFoundation Courses (to be taken within the first 60 semester hours)PSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology 3or SOCY 100Introduction to Sociologyor other course to fulfill the second general educationrequirement in behavioral and socialsciences (discipline must differ from first)NSCI 100 Introduction to Physical Science 3or ASTR 100Introduction to Astronomyor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical sciencesHIST 142 Western Civilization II 3or HIST 157 History of the United States Since 1865or other course(s) to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in arts and humanities(discipline must differ from first) and the crosscurricularrequirement in historical perspectiveIFSM 304 Ethics in the Information Age 3or other course(s) to fulfill the second general educationrequirement in interdisciplinary issues/computing and the cross-curricular requirementin civic responsibilitySPCH 100 Foundations of Speech Communication 3or ENGL 281Standard English Grammar, Usage, and Dictionor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing or speech◆ HUMN 351 Myth and Culture 3or HUMN 120 America in Perspectiveand other course to fulfill the cross-curricularrequirement in international perspectiveAdditional Required Courses (to be taken after introductory andfoundation courses)ENGL 391/391X Advanced Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/upper-levelintensive writing◆ ARTH 370 History of World Art I 3or other arts breadth course for major chosen from the following:HUMN 334 Understanding MoviesAny 3-credit ARTT courseAny 3-credit ARTH courseAny 3-credit MUSC courseAny 3-credit THET courseAny 3-credit dance course◆ COMM 380 Language in Social Contexts 3or other language and linguistics breadth course for the major chosen fromthe following:HUMN 370 Humanity of LanguagePSYC 442 Psychology of LanguageAny foreign language (not literature) course◆ ENGL 303 Critical Approaches to Literature 3or other literature breadth course for the major chosen from the following;Any 3-credit ENGL courseAny 3-credit foreign-language literature course◆ HUMN 350 The Religious Quest 6or other philosophy and religion breadth course for the major chosen fromthe following:HUMN 127 World ReligionsHUMN 311 Workplace EthicsHUMN 312 Ethics and ReligionHUMN 351 Myth and CulturePHILAny courseNote: If a 3-credit course is used to fulfill this requirement, another 3-creditHUMN or breadth course must be taken to complete major requirements.◆ HUMN 336 Ideas Shaping the 21st Century 6or other HUMN course(s) as supplementalmajor course(s)◆ Any HUMN course (supplemental major course) 3Minor and/or Elective Courses 49(to be taken in the last 60 hours along with required major courses)Total credits for BA in humanities 1 2 0Minor in Hu m a n i t i e sThe humanities minor complements the skills the student gainsin his or her major discipline by providing an integrated curriculumfor enrichment and exploration of culture and ideas, as wellas a broad perspective on human behavior, thought, and valuesacross traditional disciplines.66

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L AObjectivesThe student who graduates with a minor in humanities will beable to• Discuss some of the cultural traditions, major ideas, and historicaldevelopments of the human experience.• Explain and critically assess the interrelationships of philosophy,language, literature, history, and the arts as forms of humanexpression.• Interpret some of the major historical and cultural forces thatinfluence and control European, Asian, or American societies.• Apply critical reasoning, judgment, and choice.• Write and speak effectively and clearly.• Use computers for communication and research.Requirements for the MinorA minor in humanities requires the completion of 15 semesterhours of coursew o rk in humanities, at least 12 of which must beearned in upper-level courses (numbered 300 or above). Specificcourse re q u i rements are listed below. If a specific course re q u i redfor the minor is taken instead to satisfy the requirements for themajor, another course in the same discipline should be substitutedto fulfill the required minimum number of semester hours for theminor. Any course used to replace an upper-level course shouldalso be classified as upper level.For a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree,students should refer to their major and pp. 19–20.Humanities Minor CoursesSemester Hours(to be taken in the the last 60 semester hours with required andsupplemental major courses)Language and Linguistics CourseOne course chosen from the language and linguistics breadth courseslisted for the major 3Literature CourseENGL 303 Critical Approaches to Literature 3or any 3-credit English or foreign-languageliterature coursePhilosophy and Religion CourseOne course chosen from the philosophy and religion courses listed forthe major 3Arts CourseHUMN 334 Understanding Movies 3or any 3-credit ARTT, ARTH, MUSC,THET, or dance courseSupplemental CourseAny HUMN course 3Total credits for minor in humanities 1 5Human ResourceManagementStudents may seek either an academic major or minor in humanresource management.Major in Human Re s o u rce Ma n a g e m e n tThe human re s o u rce major provides 21st-century skills, know l e d g e ,and understanding of human re s o u rce functions in private- andpublic-sector organizational settings. These functions include humanre s o u rce planning; re c ruitment, selection, placement, and orientationof employees; training and career development; labor re l a t i o n s ;management of performance appraisal, compensation, and benefitp rograms; and development of personnel policies and pro c e d u re s .The human re s o u rce management major pre p a res students for workin business administration and human re s o u rces. T h rough the pro p e rselection of courses, the student can pre p a re for the cert i f i c a t i o nexaminations for Human Re s o u rce Professional, Senior Hu m a nResource Professional, and International Human ResourceProfessional, which are offered by the Society of Human Re s o u rc eManagement. In addition to the focus on human re s o u rce functions,the major includes courses in management and organization theory,organizational behavior and development approaches, labor re l a t i o n st h e o ry and practice, interpersonal skill development, and women’sp e r s p e c t i ves in management.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a major in human resource managementwill be able to• Conduct effective human resource planning for technologicalinnovation in a global environment.• Describe the importance of internal and external organizationalenvironments and the impact of their interrelationships onhuman resource functions.• Explain the processes of job analysis, staffing, appraisal andcompensation, career training, and development.• Identify various performance appraisal systems and criticallyevaluate their pros and cons.• Demonstrate cohesive team-management skills with a focus onthe group dynamics of an increasingly diverse workforce.• Discuss the history of union/management relations and associatedmajor federal, state, and local legislation; executive orders;and court decisions.• Describe the interaction among management, labor, and thefederal agencies.• Utilize various processes and tools for bargaining, negotiating,and resolving disputes.• Use quantitative and qualitative analytical research methods toevaluate human resource initiatives and solve problems.67

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L A• Develop effective written and oral communications consistentwith the business and professional environment.• Apply appropriate information technology to analyze problemsand issues, develop business research, report key data, and recommendmanagement strategy and action plans.• In t e r p ret and apply human re s o u rce principles in a global setting.• Describe the history of theories and concepts in humanresource management and related fields and apply them inappropriate situations.• Evaluate ethical, social, civic, cultural, and political issues asthey relate to the environment of human resource management.Degree RequirementsA degree with a major in human re s o u rce management re q u i res thesuccessful completion of 120 semester hours of coursew o rk, including36 semester hours for the major (indicated by ◆); 41 semesterhours in general education re q u i rements; and 43 semester hoursin the minor, electives, and other degree re q u i rements. At least18 semester hours in the major must be earned in upper-leve lcourses (numbered 300 or above ).The following course sequence will fulfill all the re q u i rements for theBS in human re s o u rce management. Since some re c o m m e n d e dcourses fulfill more than one re q u i rement, substituting courses forthose listed may make it necessary to take additional courses to meetd e g ree re q u i rements. Students should consult an advisor wheneve rtaking advantage of other options. Information on alternate courses( w h e re allowable) to fulfill general education re q u i rements (in communications,arts and humanities, behavioral and social sciences,biological and physical sciences, mathematics, and interd i s c i p l i n a ryissues) and cross-curricular re q u i rements (in civic re s p o n s i b i l i t y,historical, and international perspectives) may be found on p. 19.Human Resource ManagementMajor CoursesSemester HoursFirst Courses (to be taken within the first 18 semester hours)Note: Placement tests are required for math and English composition courses.LIBS 150 Information Literacy and Research Methods 1ENGL 101/101X Introduction to Writing 3MATH 107 College Algebra 3or a higher-level math course◆ BMGT 110 Introduction to Business and Management 3(students with business experience should substitutesupplemental major course in the last60 hours of study)Introductory Courses (to be taken within the first 30 semester hours)ECON 201 Principles of Macroeconomics 3(related requirement for the major; also fulfillsfirst general education requirement inbehavioral and social sciences)NSCI 100 Introduction to Physical Science 3and NSCI 101 Physical Science Laboratory 1or other course(s) to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical scienceswith related laboratoryENGL 291 Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writingIFSM 201 Introduction to Computer-Based Systems 3PHIL 140 Contemporary Moral Issues 3or a foreign language courseor other ARTH, ARTT, HIST, HUMN,MUSC, PHIL, THET, dance, or literaturecourse to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in arts and humanities◆ STAT 230 Business Statistics 3or STAT 200Introduction to StatisticsFoundation Courses (to be taken within the first 60 semester hours)PSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology 3or SOCY 100Introduction to Sociologyor other course to fulfill the second general educationrequirement in behavioral and socialsciences (discipline must differ from first)◆ ACCT 301 Accounting for Nonaccounting Majors 3or ACCT 221Principles of Accounting II(students should note prerequisite)BIOL 101 Concepts of Biology 3or ASTR 100Introduction to Astronomyor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical sciencesECON 203 Principles of Microeconomics 3(related requirement for major)HIST 142 Western Civilization II 3or HIST 157 History of the United States Since 1865or other course(s) to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in arts and humanities(discipline must differ from first) and the crosscurricularrequirement in historical perspectiveIFSM 300 Information Systems in Organizations 3or ACCT 326Accounting Information Systems(students should note prerequisite)SPCH 100 Foundations of Speech Communication 3or COMM 390 Writing for Managersor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing or speech◆ BMGT 364 Management and Organization Theory 3◆ HRMN 300 Human Resource Management 3Additional Required Courses (to be taken after introductory andfoundation courses)COMM 394/394X Business Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/upper-levelintensive writingBMGT 392 Global Business Management 3or other course to fulfill the cross-curricularrequirement in international perspective68

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L A◆ HRMN 400 Human Resource Management: Analysisand Problems 3◆ HRMN 408 Employment Law for Business 3◆ HRMN 362 Labor Relations 3or HRMN 390 Contemporary Compensation Managementor HRMN 406 Employee Training and Development◆ BMGT 340 Business Finance 3(supplemental major course and prerequisitefor capstone course)◆ MRKT 310 Marketing Principles and Organization 3(supplemental major course and prerequisitefor capstone course)BMGT 496 Business Ethics 3or other course to fulfill the cross-curricularrequirement in civic responsibility◆ BMGT 380 Business Law I 3or other supplemental major course chosen from the following:BMGT 380 Business Law IBMGT 381 Business Law IIBMGT 391 Motivation, Performance, and ProductivityBMGT 464 Organizational BehaviorBMGT 465 Organizational Development and ChangeBMGT 484 Managing Teams in OrganizationsAny upper-level HRMN courseMinor and/or Elective Courses (to be taken in the last 60 hours along withrequired major courses) 34Recommended MinorBusiness-related minorCapstone Course for Major (to be taken in the last 30 semester hours)◆ BMGT 495 Strategic Management 3Total credits for BS in human resource management 1 2 0Minor in Human Re s o u rce Ma n a g e m e n tThe human resource management minor complements the skillsthe student gains in his or her major discipline by examining thehuman resource functions in a private- or public-sector organizationalsetting. These functions include human resource planning;recruitment, selection, and placement; employee appraisal andcompensation; employee training and career development; managementof labor relations; and development of a human resourcedepartment implementation plan.ObjectivesA student graduating with a minor in human resource managementwill be able to• Conduct effective human resource planning for technologicalinnovation in a global environment.• Describe the importance of internal and external organizationalenvironments and the impact of their interrelationships onhuman resource functions.• Explain the processes of job analysis, staffing, appraisal andcompensation, career training, and development.• Identify various performance appraisal systems and criticallyevaluate their pros and cons.• Demonstrate cohesive team-management skills in decision making,communications, motivation, and interpersonal behaviorby focusing on the group dynamics that occur within anincreasingly diverse workforce.• Discuss the history of union/management relations and associatedmajor federal, state, and local legislation; executive orders;and court decisions.• Understand the interaction among management, labor, and thefederal agencies.• Learn the processes and tools for bargaining, negotiating, andresolving disputes.• Demonstrate information literacy through the use of commonlyaccepted quantitative and qualitative analytical research methodsto evaluate human resource initiatives and solve problems.• Develop effective written and oral communications consistentwith the business and professional environment.Requirements for the MinorA minor in human re s o u rce management re q u i res the completionof 15 semester hours of coursew o rk in human re s o u rce management,at least 9 of which must be earned in upper-level courses( n u m b e red 300 or above). Specific course re q u i rements are listedb e l ow. If a specific course re q u i red for the minor is taken instead tosatisfy the re q u i rements for the major, another course in the samediscipline should be substituted to fulfill the re q u i red minimumnumber of semester hours for the minor. Any course used to re p l a c ean upper-level course should also be classified as upper leve l .For a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree, studentsshould refer to their major and pp. 19–20.Human Resource ManagementMinor CoursesSemester Hours(to be taken in the the last 60 semester hours with required andsupplemental major courses)Required CoursesHRMN 300 Human Resource Management 3HRMN 400Human Resource Management: Analysisand Problems 3Supplemental CoursesAny course applicable to the major 3Any course applicable to the major 3Any course applicable to the major 3Total credits for minor in human resource management 1 569

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L AInformation SystemsManagementStudents may seek an academic major in information systemsmanagement.Major in In f o rmation Systems Ma n a g e m e n tThe information systems management major provides studentswith the skills needed to successfully participate in and support theincreasingly visible role of information technology in corporatedecision making. The curriculum focuses on the methods, concepts,and practical applications of information systems in the work p l a c e .It develops graduates’ abilities to conceptualize and manage thedesign and implementation of high-quality information systems.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a major in information systemsmanagement will be able to• Apply appropriate problem-solving methodologies to the analysisand solution of problems.• Apply standard systems practices to the planning, implementation,management, and evaluation of information systems.• Communicate effectively using oral, written, and multimediatechniques.• Manage change in the dynamic and global environments ofautomated systems.• Use technology to research information needed to produceinformed decisions for organizations.• Identify relationships between programming languages andinformation systems.• Demonstrate skills in systems analysis appropriate to the managementof information systems projects.• Demonstrate skills in the design, creation, maintenance, andreporting functions of database systems and database systemsmanagement.• Use a systems approach to select hardware and software for anorganization.• Evaluate ethical issues related to information systems, work productivity,and human factors.Degree RequirementsA degree with a major in information systems management re q u i re sthe successful completion of 120 semester hours of coursework,including 30 semester hours for the major (indicated by ◆);41 semester hours in general education re q u i rements; and 49 semesterhours in the minor, electives, and other degree re q u i rements. Atleast 15 semester hours in the major must be earned in upper-leve lcourses ( n u m b e red 300 or above).The following course sequence will fulfill all the re q u i rements for theBS in information systems management. Since some re c o m m e n d e dcourses fulfill more than one re q u i rement, substituting courses forthose listed may make it necessary to take additional courses to meetd e g ree re q u i rements. Students should consult an advisor wheneve rtaking advantage of other options. Information on alternate courses( w h e re allowable) to fulfill general education re q u i rements (in communications,arts and humanities, behavioral and social sciences,biological and physical sciences, mathematics, and interd i s c i p l i n a ryissues) and cross-curricular re q u i rements (in civic re s p o n s i b i l i t y,historical, and international perspectives) may be found on p. 19.Information Systems ManagementMajor CoursesSemester HoursFirst Courses (to be taken within the first 18 semester hours)Note: Placement tests are required for math and English composition courses.LIBS 150 Information Literacy and Research Methods 1ENGL 101/101X Introduction to Writing 3MATH 107 College Algebra 3or a higher-level math courseIntroductory Courses (to be taken within the first 30 semester hours)IFSM 201 Introduction to Computer-Based Systems 3CMIS 102Introduction to Problem Solving andAlgorithm Design 3or CMIS 102A Fundamentals of Programming I(prerequisite to later courses)PHIL 140 Contemporary Moral Issues 3or ENGL 240Introduction to Fiction, Poetry, and Dramaor other ARTH, ARTT, HIST, HUMN,MUSC, PHIL, THET, dance, literature, orforeign language course to fulfill the first generaleducation requirement in arts and humanitiesBIOL 101 Concepts of Biology 3and BIOL 102 Laboratory in Biology 1or other course(s) to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical scienceswith related laboratoryENGL 291 Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writingGVPT 170 American Government 3or other ANTH, BEHS, ECON, GEOG,GVPT, PSYC, SOCY, or eligible GERO orCCJS course to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in behavioral and social sciencesFoundation Courses (to be taken within the first 60 semester hours)STAT 200 Introduction to Statistics 3(related requirement for major)◆ CMIS 141 Introductory Programming 3or CMIS 141A Fundamentals of Programming IIor other programming coursePSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology 3or SOCY 100Introduction to Sociologyor other course to fulfill the second general educationrequirement in behavioral and socialsciences (discipline must differ from first)70

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L ANSCI 100 Introduction to Physical Science 3or ASTR 100Introduction to Astronomyor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical sciencesHIST 142 Western Civilization II 3or HIST 157 History of the United States Since 1865or other course(s) to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in arts and humanities(discipline must differ from first) and the crosscurricularrequirement in historical perspective◆ IFSM 300 Information Systems in Organizations 3ANTH 344 Cultural Anthropology and Linguistics 3or a foreign language courseor other course to fulfill the cross-curricularrequirement in international perspectiveSPCH 100 Foundations of Speech Communication 3or COMM 390 Writing for Managersor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing or speechIFSM 304 Ethics in the Information Age 3or other course to fulfill the cross-curricularrequirement in civic responsibilityAdditional Required Courses (to be taken after introductory andfoundation courses)COMM 393/393X Technical Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/upper-levelintensive writing◆ IFSM 310 Software and Hardware Concepts 3◆ IFSM 410 Database Concepts 3◆ IFSM 461 Systems Analysis and Design 3◆ IFSM 303 Human Factors in Information Systems 3or other upper-level IFSM course◆ IFSM 430 Information Systems and Security 3or other upper-level IFSM course◆ IFSM 438 Project Management 3or other 400-level IFSM course◆ IFSM 432 Disaster Recovery Planning 3or other upper-level CMIS, CMIT, CMSC,CMST, or IFSM course as a supplementalmajor course◆ IFSM 450 Telecommunication Systems in Management 3or other supplemental major courseMinor and/or Elective Courses 40(to be taken in the last 60 hours along with required major courses)Recommended MinorsComputer studies, business administration, psychology, marketing, managementstudiesRecommended ElectiveMATH 220Elementary Calculus I(for students who plan to go on to graduate school)Total credits for BS in information systems management 1 2 0International BusinessManagementStudents may seek an academic minor in international businessmanagement.Minor in In t e rnational Business Ma n a g e m e n tThe international business management minor complements theskills the student gains in his or her major discipline by presentingthe basic concepts, theories, policies, and practices that supportthe institutional, environmental, functional, and strategic frameworkfor conducting global business transactions.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a minor in international businessmanagement will be able to• Identify, define, and comprehend key concepts, theories, andissues associated with global business transactions.• Assess the impact of national social systems on internationalbusiness and the dynamic interrelationships between thedomestic and international environments.• Demonstrate an understanding of the roles of government,multinational corporations, global institutions, and regionalorganizations in international business transactions, includingtrade, foreign investment, and economic development.• Identify and analyze global strategic issues and decisions basedon case analysis.• Demonstrate critical-thinking, analytic, and effective communicationand writing skills through case analyses, research, andpresentations.• Apply skills to conduct research on topics of relevant interestusing appropriate resources that enhance information literacyand technical competency.Requirements for the MinorA minor in international business management requires the completionof 15 semester hours of coursework in international businessmanagement, drawn from various disciplines as appropriate;at least 9 semester hours must be earned in upper-level courses(numbered 300 or above). Specific course requirements are listedon the next page. If a specific course required for the minor istaken instead to satisfy the requirements for the major, anothercourse in the same discipline should be substituted to fulfill therequired minimum number of semester hours for the minor. Anycourse used to replace an upper-level course should also be classifiedas upper level.For a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree,students should refer to their major and pp. 19–20.71

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L AInternational Business ManagementMinor Courses(to be taken in the the last 60 semester hours with required andsupplemental major courses)Semester HoursRequired CourseBMGT 392 Global Business Management 3Supplemental CoursesOne course chosen from the following: 3ACCT 425 International AccountingBMGT 446 International FinanceBMGT 498L International Business Contract ManagementBMGT 498O The Global Manager and Public PolicyBMGT 498P International Business LawBMGT 498R Multinational ManagementBMGT 498S Global CommerceMRKT 454 Global MarketingA second supplemental course chosen from the above list 3A third supplemental course chosen from the above list 3A fourth supplemental course chosen from the above list 3Total credits for minor in international business management 1 5JournalismStudents may seek an academic minor in journalism.Minor in Jo u rn a l i s mThe journalism minor complements the skills the student gainsin his or her major discipline by introducing the fundamentalconcepts and techniques in public relations and mass media writingfor creating effective messages given different audiences andcontexts. Students also develop an understanding of the legal andethical implications of communication.• Apply fundamental concepts and techniques in public relationsand mass media writing to create effective messages to differentaudiences and within different contexts.• Use tools and technology to gather information, as well as todevelop and deliver messages.• Critically analyze information for creating effective oral or writtenmessages and evaluating messages.Requirements for the MinorA minor in journalism requires the completion of 15 semesterhours of coursework in journalism and communication studies, atleast 9 of which must be earned in upper-level courses (numbered300 or above). Specific course requirements are listed below. If aspecific course required for the minor is taken instead to satisfythe requirements for the major, another course in the same disciplineshould be substituted to fulfill the required minimum numberof semester hours for the minor. Any course used to replacean upper-level course should also be classified as upper level. Fora listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree, studentsshould refer to their major and pp. 19–20.Journalism Minor CoursesSemester Hours(to be taken in the the last 60 semester hours with required andsupplemental major courses)Required CoursesCOMM 300 Communication Theory 3COMM 400 Communication and the Law 3JOUR 201 Writing for the Mass Media 3JOUR 202 Editing for the Mass Media 3Supplemental CourseAny upper-level JOUR course 3Total credits for minor in journalism 1 5ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a minor in journalism will beable to• Apply communication theories—including both speech communicationand mass communication theories—to various situationsand contexts.• Explain the role media and mass communication play in society.• Identify the legal and ethical implications of communicationand produce messages that are ethically and legally responsible.72

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L ALegal StudiesStudents may seek an academic major in legal studies.Major in Legal St u d i e sThe legal studies major prepares students for challenging andresponsible paralegal work in various legal settings and focuses onfundamental legal knowledge, skills, and ethical principles. Thecurriculum addresses the organization, function, and processes ofthe lawmaking institutions in the American legal system, as wellas the role of the paralegal in the legal system and the governingrules of legal ethics. It emphasizes legal analysis, legal writing anddrafting, legal research, and computer competence in the legalenvironment.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a major in legal studies will beable to• Explain the historical development and the basic constitutionalprinciples of the American legal system.• Compare and contrast the American legal system with otherlegal systems.• Discuss issues relevant to the paralegal profession.• Recognize and discuss ethical considerations involved in thepractice of law.• Explain substantive concepts in selected areas of legalspecialization.• Describe the procedures for settlement of civil, criminal, andadministrative disputes.• Identify ways that computers assist in the legal environment.• Analyze facts, law, and legal issues.• Explain legal topics and analysis.• Complete book-based and computer-assisted legal researchtasks.• Draft writings typically assigned to paralegals in selected areasof legal practice.• Perform tasks typically assigned to paralegals in selected areasof legal practice.• Use selected software to accomplish tasks in the legalenvironment.Degree RequirementsA degree with a major in legal studies re q u i res the successful completionof 120 semester hours of coursew o rk, including 33 semesterhours for the major (indicated by ◆); 41 semester hours in generaleducation re q u i rements; and 46 semester hours in the minor, electi ves, and other degree re q u i rements. At least 17 semester hours inthe major must be earned in upper-level courses (numbered 300 ora b ove ).The following course sequence will fulfill all the re q u i rements forthe BS in legal studies. Since some recommended courses fulfillm o re than one re q u i rement, substituting courses for those listedmay make it necessary to take additional courses to meet degre ere q u i rements. Students should consult an advisor whenever takinga d vantage of other options. Information on alternate courses (wherea l l owable) to fulfill general education re q u i rements (in communications,arts and humanities, behavioral and social sciences, biologicaland physical sciences, mathematics, and interd i s c i p l i n a ry issues) andc ro s s -curricular requirements (in civic responsibility, historical,and international perspectives) may be found on p. 19.Legal Studies Major CoursesSemester HoursFirst Courses (to be taken within the first 18 semester hours)Note: Placement tests are required for math and English composition courses.LIBS 150 Information Literacy and Research Methods 1ENGL 101/101X Introduction to Writing 3MATH 105Mathematics: Contemporary Topicsand Applications 3or MATH 106 Finite Mathematicsor a higher-level math courseIntroductory Courses (to be taken within the first 30 semester hours)PHIL 140 Contemporary Moral Issues 3or a foreign language courseor other ARTH, ARTT, HIST, HUMN,MUSC, PHIL, THET, dance, or literaturecourse to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in arts and humanitiesGVPT 170 American Government 3or other ANTH, BEHS, ECON, GEOG,GVPT, PSYC, SOCY, or eligible GERO orCCJS course to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in behavioral and social sciencesBIOL 101 Concepts of Biology 3and BIOL 102 Laboratory in Biology 1or other course(s) to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical scienceswith related laboratoryENGL 291 Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writingIFSM 201 Introduction to Computer-Based Systems 3CCJS 100 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3or SOCY 100Introduction to Sociologyor other course to fulfill the second general educationrequirement in behavioral and socialsciences (discipline must differ from first)Foundation Courses (to be taken within the first 60 semester hours)HIST 142 Western Civilization II 3or HIST 157 History of the United States Since 1865or other course(s) to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in arts and humanities(discipline must differ from first) and the crosscurricularrequirement in historical perspective73

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L ANSCI 100 Introduction to Physical Science 3or ASTR 100Introduction to Astronomyor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical sciencesSPCH 100 Foundations of Speech Communication 3or COMM 390 Writing for Managersor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing or speech◆ LGST 101 Introduction to Law 3◆ LGST 200 Techniques of Legal Research 3ANTH 344 Cultural Anthropology and Linguistics 3or other course to fulfill the cross-curricularrequirement in international perspective◆ LGST 201 Legal Writing 3◆ LGST 204 Legal Ethics 3IFSM 304 Ethics in the Information Age 3or other course(s) to fulfill the second general educationrequirement in interdisciplinary issues/computing and the cross-curricular requirementin civic responsibilityAdditional Required Courses (to be taken after introductory andfoundation courses)COMM 394/394X Business Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/upper-levelintensive writing◆ LGST 320 Criminal Law and Procedures 3or other general practice procedure and skills course chosen from the following(students should note prerequisites):LGST 322 EvidenceLGST 325 LitigationLGST 400 Advanced Legal ResearchLGST 401 Advanced Legal Writing◆ LGST 312 Torts 3or other general practice substantive law course chosen from the following(students should note prerequisites):LGST 315 Domestic RelationsLGST 316 Estates and ProbateLGST 340 Contract LawLGST 442 Business Organizations◆ LGST 325 Litigation 3or other procedure and skills course chosen from the above list or from thefollowing:LGST 327 Alternative Dispute ResolutionLGST 330 Administrative LawLGST 360 Computer Applications in the Legal EnvironmentLGST 363A Computer-Assisted Litigation SupportLGST 370 Advanced Legal AnalysisLGST 398P Administrative AdvocacyLGST 425 Advanced Civil LitigationLGST 486A/486B Legal Studies Internship Through Co-op◆ LGST 315 Domestic Relations 3or other substantive law course chosen from the list at left or from thefollowing:LGST 335 Elder LawLGST 343 Real Estate TransactionsLGST 411 Consumer Protection LawLGST 415 Intellectual PropertyLGST 420 Immigration LawLGST 431 Government Information PracticesLGST 432 Environmental LawLGST 434 Government ContractsLGST 445 Employment LawLGST 450 Bankruptcy Law◆ LGST 322 Evidence 3or other procedure and skills course from eitherof the procedure and skills lists at left◆ LGST 316 Estates and Probate 3or other substantive law course from either thesubstantive law list at left or the one aboveMinor and/or Elective Courses (to be taken in the last 60 hours alongwith required major courses) 43Internship for Major (to be taken in the last 30 semester hours)◆ LGST 486A or 486B Internship in Legal Studies Through Co-op 3or other supplemental major course chosen from the following:Any LGST courseCCJS 432 Law of CorrectionsCCJS 453 White-Collar and Organized CrimeCOMM 400 Communication and the LawFSCN 412 Political and Legal Foundations of Fire ProtectionGVPT 399B The Legislative Process and Lobbying TechniquesGVPT 402 International LawGVPT 434 Race Relations and Public LawTotal credits for BS in legal studies 1 2 074

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L AManagement StudiesStudents may seek either an academic major or minor in managementstudies.Major in Management St u d i e sThe management studies major is based on the premise thatmany for-profit, nonprofit, and governmental organizationsrequire a knowledge of management principles best gained froma holistic approach to decision making. Using a multidisciplinaryapproach to management and problem solving, the managementstudies major prepares students for a variety of managementrelatedcareers. The curriculum includes a foundation in business,accounting, economics, statistics, communications, and managementtheory and focuses on analysis and decision making acrossa wide spectrum of management activities.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a major in management studieswill be able to• Use a multidisciplinary approach in researching organizationalproblems, issues, and opportunities.• Analyze information, solve problems, and make decisionsfrom a holistic, global perspective.• Apply important management concepts and theories fromseveral disciplines.• Evaluate various strategies and operations for business, notfor-profit,and governmental organizations to determine thebest approach.• Examine the global dimensions involved in managing business,not-for-profit, and governmental organizations.• Analyze global competition and competitive strategies.• Assess important trends in international ventures, marketing,financing, and human resource management.• Integrate the emerging online marketplace into overall organizationalstrategies.• Assess the significance of a multicultural, multinationalorganization.• Apply appropriate information technology to analyze problemsand issues, develop business research, report key data, and recommendmanagement strategy and action plans.• Describe the history and development of theories and conceptsin management and related fields (such as accounting, economics,statistics, finance, marketing, human resource management,business law, and strategic management), and their applicationto various management situations.• Develop effective written and oral communication consistentwith the management and professional environment.• Evaluate ethical, social, civic, cultural, and political issues asthey relate to the environment of organizational management,operations, human resources and human factors, informationsystems, governmental regulation, and domestic and internationalventures.Degree RequirementsA degree with a major in management studies requires the successfulcompletion of 120 semester hours of coursework, including36 semester hours for the major (indicated by ◆); 41 semesterhours in general education requirements; and 43 semester hoursin the minor, electives, and other degree requirements. At least18 semester hours in the major must be earned in upper-levelcourses (numbered 300 or above).The following course sequence will fulfill all the re q u i rements forthe BS in management studies. Since some recommended coursesfulfill more than one re q u i rement, substituting courses for thoselisted may make it necessary to take additional courses to meetd e g ree re q u i rements. Students should consult an advisor wheneve rtaking advantage of other options. Information on alternate courses( w h e re allowable) to fulfill general education re q u i rements (in communications,arts and humanities, behavioral and social sciences,biological and physical sciences, mathematics, and interd i s c i p l i n a ryissues) and cross-curricular re q u i rements (in civic re s p o n s i b i l i t y, historical,and international perspectives) may be found on p. 19.Management Studies Major CoursesSemester HoursFirst Courses (to be taken within the first 18 semester hours)Note: Placement tests are required for math and English composition courses.LIBS 150 Information Literacy and Research Methods 1ENGL 101/101X Introduction to Writing 3MATH 107 College Algebra 3or a higher-level math course◆ BMGT 110 Introduction to Business and Management 3(students with business experience shouldsubstitute a supplemental major course inthe last 60 hours of study)Introductory Courses (to be taken within the first 30 semester hours)GVPT 170 American Government 3or other ANTH, BEHS, ECON, GEOG,GVPT, PSYC, SOCY, or eligible GERO orCCJS course to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in behavioral and social sciencesNSCI 100 Introduction to Physical Science 3and NSCI 101 Physical Science Laboratory 1or other course(s) to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical scienceswith related laboratory◆ ECON 201 Principles of Macroeconomics 3or ECON 203 Principles of Microeconomics75

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L AENGL 291 Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writingIFSM 201 Introduction to Computer-Based Systems 3PHIL 140 Contemporary Moral Issues 3or a foreign language courseor other ARTH, ARTT, HIST, HUMN,MUSC, PHIL, THET, dance, or literaturecourse to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in arts and humanitiesFoundation Courses (to be taken within the first 60 semester hours)◆ STAT 230 Business Statistics 3or STAT 200Introduction to Statistics◆ ACCT 220 Principles of Accounting I 3PSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology 3or SOCY 100Introduction to Sociologyor other course to fulfill the second general educationrequirement in behavioral and socialsciences (discipline must differ from first)BIOL 101 Concepts of Biology 3or ASTR 100Introduction to Astronomyor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical sciencesHIST 142 Western Civilization II 3or HIST 157 History of the United States Since 1865or other course(s) to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in arts and humanities(discipline must differ from first) and the crosscurricularrequirement in historical perspectiveSPCH 100 Foundations of Speech Communication 3or COMM 390 Writing for Managersor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing or speechIFSM 300 Information Systems in Organizations 3or ACCT 326Accounting Information Systems(to fulfill the second general education requirementin interdisciplinary issues/computing)◆ BMGT 364 Management and Organization Theory 3Additional Required Courses (to be taken after introductory andfoundation courses)COMM 394/394X Business Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/upper-levelintensive writing◆ HRMN 302 Organizational Communication 3◆ MRKT 310 Marketing Principles and Organization 3or any ACCT, BMGT, ENMT, FSCN, HRMN,MGST, or MRKT course as a supplemental majorcourse◆ BMGT 380 Business Law I 3or other supplemental major course◆ HRMN 300 Human Resource Management 3or other supplemental major course◆ BMGT 392 Global Business Management 3or course(s) to fulfill requirement for supplementalmajor coursework and the cross-curricular requirementin international perspective◆ BMGT 496 Business Ethics 3or course(s) to fulfill requirement for supplementalmajor coursework and the cross-curricular requirementin civic responsibility◆ BMGT 495 Strategic Management 3or other supplemental major courseMinor and Elective Courses (to be taken in the last 60 hours along withrequired major courses) 43Total credits for BS in management studies 1 2 0Minor in Management St u d i e sThe management studies minor complements the skills the studentgains in his or her major discipline by providing a study ofmanagement analysis and decision making across a broad rangeof organizations.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a minor in management studieswill be able to• Use a multidisciplinary approach to the task of researchingorganizational problems, issues, and opportunities.• Analyze information, solve problems, and make decisions froma holistic, global perspective.• Understand and apply important management concepts andtheories from several disciplines.• Evaluate various strategies and operations for business, notfor-profit,and governmental organizations to determine thebest approach.• Explain the global dimensions of various tasks: managing business,not-for-profit, and governmental organizations; analyzingglobal competition and competitive strategies; detecting importanttrends in international ventures; marketing, financing, andmanaging human resources; and integrating the emergingonline marketplace into overall organizational strategies.• Assess the significance of a multicultural, multinationalorganization.• Develop effective written and oral communication consistentwith the management and professional environment.Requirements for the MinorA minor in management studies requires the completion of15 semester hours of coursework in management studies, drawnfrom various disciplines as appropriate; at least 9 semester hoursmust be earned in upper-level courses (numbered 300 or above).Specific course requirements are listed on the next page. Coursesmay not duplicate those used to satisfy the requirements for themajor.For a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree,students should refer to their major and pp. 19–20.76

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L AManagement Studies Minor Courses(to be taken in the the last 60 semester hours with required andsupplemental major courses)Semester HoursRequired CoursesBMGT 110 Introduction to Business and Management 3(students with business experience shouldsubstitute a supplemental major course)BMGT 364 Management and Organization Theory 3Supplemental CoursesAny upper-level ACCT, BMGT, FSCN, HRMN, MGST,or MRKT course 3A second upper-level supplemental course 3A third upper-level supplemental course 3Total credits for minor in management studies 1 5MarketingStudents may seek either an academic major or minor in mark e t i n g .Major in Ma rk e t i n gThe marketing major develops well-rounded individuals with theskills required of today’s marketing professionals and the businessacumen to function in the global business environment. The curriculumprovides a balanced course of study that exposes studentsto a common body of knowledge and leads them to understandmarketing processes and situations, think independently, communicateeffectively, and appreciate their own and other cultures.Marketing graduates should be well positioned to achieve increasinglyhigher levels of marketing management in corporations,marketing agencies, or entrepreneurial endeavors.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a major in marketing will beable to• Critically evaluate marketing situations and make informedmarketing decisions.• Identify information needs critical to the practice of marketingand articulate questions, gain access to relevant resources, evaluateand organize information sources, and integrate new informationinto the marketing decision-making process.• Explain the eight universal marketing processes for consumerand organizational markets: (1) environmental scanning andanalysis; (2) marketing research and analysis; (3) segmentation,targeting, and positioning; (4) product development and differentiation;(5) valuation and pricing; (6) channel and valuechainmanagement; (7) integrated marketing communication;and (8) relationship building.• Explain the significance of global markets and the applicationof the eight universal marketing processes to develop globalmarketing plans.• Trace the historic evolution of the marketing discipline andhow marketing has contributed to the political, economic, andlegal environments of today’s global society.• Develop competency in the technological applications used bythe marketing profession to enhance the eight universal marketingprocesses.• Describe the complex nature of corporate ethics and the socialresponsibility of organizations in the conduct of marketingactivities, as well as the personal responsibility to understandother cultures and negotiate different perspectives.• Examine the benefits and consequences of marketing activitieson the physical environment and on the lives of others.• Develop effective written and oral communications consistentwith the professional marketing environment.• Develop the leadership skills necessary to function as a seniorstaff member in a marketing department or marketing agency.Degree RequirementsA degree with a major in marketing requires the successful completionof 120 semester hours of coursework, including 36 semesterhours for the major (indicated by ◆); 41 semester hours ingeneral education requirements; and 43 semester hours in them i n o r, electives, and other degree re q u i rements. At least 18 semesterhours in the major must be earned in upper-level courses (numbe red 300 or above).The following course sequence will fulfill all the requirements forthe BS in marketing. Since some recommended courses fulfillmore than one requirement, substituting courses for those listedmay make it necessary to take additional courses to meet degreerequirements. Students should consult an advisor whenever takingadvantage of other options. Information on alternate courses(where allowable) to fulfill general education requirements (incommunications, arts and humanities, behavioral and social sciences,biological and physical sciences, mathematics, and interdisciplinaryissues) and cross-curricular requirements (in civicresponsibility, historical, and international perspectives) may befound on p. 19.Marketing Major CoursesSemester HoursFirst Courses (to be taken within the first 18 semester hours)Note: Placement tests are required for math and English composition courses.LIBS 150 Information Literacy and Research Methods 1ENGL 101/101X Introduction to Writing 3MATH 107 College Algebra 3or a higher-level math courseBMGT 110 Introduction to Business and Management 3(strongly recommended elective if the studenthas no prior business experience)77

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L AIntroductory Courses (to be taken within the first 30 semester hours)ECON 201 Principles of Macroeconomics 3(related requirement for the major; also fulfillsthe first general education requirementin behavioral and social sciences)NSCI 100 Introduction to Physical Science 3and NSCI 101 Physical Science Laboratory 1or other course(s) to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical scienceswith related laboratoryENGL 291 Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writingIFSM 201 Introduction to Computer-Based Systems 3◆ STAT 230 Business Statistics 3PHIL 140 Contemporary Moral Issues 3or a foreign language courseor other ARTH, ARTT, HIST, HUMN,MUSC, PHIL, THET, dance, or literaturecourse to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in arts and humanitiesFoundation Courses (to be taken within the first 60 semester hours)PSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology 3or SOCY 100Introduction to Sociologyor other course to fulfill the second general educationrequirement in behavioral and socialsciences (discipline must differ from first)BIOL 101 Concepts of Biology 3or ASTR 100Introduction to Astronomyor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical sciencesHIST 142 Western Civilization II 3or HIST 157 History of the United States Since 1865or other course to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in arts and humanities(discipline must differ from first) and the crosscurricularrequirement in historical perspectiveECON 203 Principles of Microeconomics 3(related requirement for major)◆ ACCT 301 Accounting for Nonaccounting Majors 3or ACCT 221Principles of Accounting II(students should note prerequisite)SPCH 100 Foundations of Speech Communication 3or COMM 390 Writing for Managersor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing or speech◆ BMGT 364 Management and Organization Theory 3IFSM 300 Information Systems in Organizations 3or ACCT 326Accounting Information Systems(students should note prerequisite)◆ MRKT 310 Marketing Principles and Organization 3Additional Required Courses (to be taken after introductory andfoundation courses)COMM 394/394X Business Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/upper-levelintensive writing◆ BMGT 380 Business Law I 3◆ MRKT 395 Customer Service Management 3or any MRKT course as a supplementalmajor course◆ MRKT 354 Integrated Marketing Communications 3or any MRKT course◆ MRKT 410 Consumer Behavior 3◆ MRKT 454 Global Marketing 3or any MRKT course and other course to fulfillthe cross-curricular requirement in internationalperspective◆ MRKT 412 Marketing Research Applications 3◆ BMGT 496 Business Ethics 3(also fulfills the cross-curricular requirementin civic responsibility)Minor and/or Elective Courses (to be taken in the last 60 hours along withrequired major courses) 37Capstone Course for Major (to be taken in the last 30 semester hours)◆ MRKT 495 Marketing Policies and Strategies 3Total credits for BS in marketing 1 2 0Minor in Ma rk e t i n gThe marketing minor complements the skills the student gains inhis or her major discipline by enhancing the knowledge and skillsrelated to marketing situations and processes and the emergingglobal marketplace.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a minor in marketing will beable to• Explain the eight universal marketing processes for consumerand organizational markets: (1) environmental scanning andanalysis; (2) marketing research and analysis; (3) segmentation,targeting, and positioning; (4) product development and differentiation;(5) valuation and pricing; (6) channel and valuechainmanagement; (7) integrated marketing communication;and (8) relationship building.• Describe the complexities of global markets and how the eightuniversal marketing processes apply to global marketing.• Develop basic skills in identifying, gaining access to, and evaluatingrelevant resources and integrating new information intothe marketing decision-making process.• Develop basic skills in the technological applications used bythe marketing profession to enhance the eight universal marketingprocesses.• Develop effective written and oral communications consistentwith the professional marketing environment.78

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L ARequirements for the MinorA minor in marketing requires the completion of 15 semesterhours of coursework in marketing, at least 9 of which must beearned in upper-level courses (numbered 300 or above). Specificcourse requirements are listed below. If a specific course requiredfor the minor is taken instead to satisfy the requirements for themajor, another course in the same discipline should be substitutedto fulfill the required minimum number of semester hours for theminor. Any course used to replace an upper-level course shouldalso be classified as upper level.For a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree,students should refer to their major and pp. 19–20.Marketing Minor Courses(to be taken in the the last 60 semester hours with required andsupplemental major courses)Semester HoursRequired CourseMRKT 310 Marketing Principles and Organization 3Supplemental CoursesAny MRKT course 3Any MRKT course 3Any upper-level MRKT course 3Any upper-level MRKT course 3Total credits for minor in marketing 1 5Mathematical SciencesStudents may seek an academic minor in mathematical sciences.Minor in Mathematical SciencesThe mathematical sciences minor complements the skills the studentgains in his or her major discipline by developing skills insolving mathematical problems and addressing complex and technicalmaterials and by providing a mathematical background tosupport study in other areas, such as business and management,computer and information technology, and the biological andsocial sciences.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a minor in mathematical scienceswill be able to• Understand and analyze problems that need mathematicalanalysis.• Use appropriate tools and software in the formulation andgeneration of solutions to problems.• Demonstrate knowledge of content in diverse areas of mathematicsand related fields.• Translate real-world problems into mathematical models anddemonstrate the application of mathematics in solving thoseproblems.• Demonstrate proficiency in written assignments and oralpresentations.Requirements for the MinorA minor in mathematical sciences requires the completion of17 semester hours of coursework in mathematics, at least 6 ofwhich must be earned in upper-level courses (numbered 300 orabove). Specific course requirements are listed below. If a specificcourse required for the minor is taken instead to satisfy therequirements for the major, another course in the same disciplineshould be substituted to fulfill the required minimum numberof semester hours for the minor. Any course used to replace anupper-level course should also be classified as upper level.For a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree,students should refer to their major and pp. 19–20.Mathematical Sciences Minor Courses Semester Hours(to be taken in the the last 60 semester hours with required andsupplemental major courses)Foundation Course Sequence 8MATH 130 Calculus Aand MATH 131 Calculus Band MATH 132 Calculus CorMATH 140 Calculus Iand MATH 141 Calculus IILower-Level CourseOne course chosen from the following: 3MATH 240 Introduction to Linear AlgebraMATH 241 Calculus IIIMATH 246 Differential EquationsUpper-Level CoursesNote: One course in pure mathematics and one in applied mathematics arerecommended.Any upper-level MATH or STAT course 3Any upper-level MATH or STAT course 3Total credits for minor in mathematical sciences 1 779

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L AMicrobiologyStudents may seek an academic minor in microbiology.Minor in Mi c ro b i o l o gyThe microbiology minor complements the skills the student gainsin his or her major discipline by providing a laboratory-basedapproach to the study of microorganisms, with applications tobiotechnology, molecular and cellular biology, research and development,and public health.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a minor in microbiology will beable to• Explain the basic taxonomy, structure, physiology, and ecologyof bacteria, fungi, and viruses.• Explain the defenses provided by the immune system againstinfection.• Perform standard laboratory procedures employed in medical,industrial, and research work with microorganisms.• Apply basic knowledge of microorganisms to problems encounteredin medicine, public health, and biotechnology.Requirements for the MinorA minor in microbiology requires the completion of 16 semesterhours of coursework in microbiology, drawn from various disciplinesas appropriate; at least 9 semester hours must be earned inupper-level courses (numbered 300 or above). Specific courserequirements are listed below. If a specific course required for theminor is taken instead to satisfy the requirements for the major,another course in the same discipline should be substituted tofulfill the required minimum number of semester hours for theminor. Any course used to replace an upper-level course shouldalso be classified as upper level.For a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree,students should refer to their major and pp. 19–20.Microbiology Minor CoursesSemester Hours(to be taken in the the last 60 semester hours with required andsupplemental major courses)Note: No more than one course in virology (BIOL 337, BIOL 434, orBIOL 435) may be applied toward the minor.Foundation Course 4BIOL 230 General Microbiologyor BSCI 223 General MicrobiologyCore Courses 6At least 6 semester hours in coursework chosen from the following:BIOL 330–339 Applied microbiology seriesBIOL 430–439 Advanced microbiology seriesBIOL 353BIOL 422BIOL 486A/486BMicrobial GeneticsEpidemiology of Emerging InfectionsInternship in Life Science Through Co-opSupplemental CoursesAt least 6 semester hours in coursework chosen from thecore courses above or the following: 6BIOL 222 Principles of Geneticsor BSCI 222 Principles of GeneticsBIOL 301 Human Health and DiseaseBIOL 305 The Biology of AIDSBIOL 320 Forensic BiologyBIOL 350 Molecular and Cellular BiologyBIOL 356 Molecular Biology LaboratoryBIOL 400 Life Science SeminarTotal credits for minor in microbiology 1 6Natural ScienceStudents may seek an academic minor in natural science.Minor in Natural ScienceThe natural science minor complements the skills the studentgains in his or her major by providing an underlying scientificbasis upon which to build a career in natural science, life science,physical science, and the allied health fields, as well as bioinformatics,environmental management, science journalism, andscience education.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a minor in natural science willbe able to• Understand and articulate basic scientific principles and concepts.• Perform standard laboratory procedures appropriate to selectedscientific fields.• Apply basic scientific knowledge to problems encountered inmedicine, public health, and other science-related fields.Requirements for the MinorA minor in natural science requires the completion of 17 semesterhours of coursework in natural science, at least 9 of whichmust be earned in upper-level courses (numbered 300 or above).Specific course requirements are listed on the next page. If a specificcourse required for the minor is taken instead to satisfy therequirements for the major, another course in the same disciplineshould be substituted to fulfill the required minimum number of80

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L Asemester hours for the minor. Any course used to replace anupper-level course should also be classified as upper level.For a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree,students should refer to their major and pp. 19–20.Natural Science Minor Courses(to be taken in the the last 60 semester hours with required andsupplemental major courses)Semester HoursFoundation Course(s)A foundation course or course combination chosen from the lists below 4An additional foundation course from the courses list 3Course CombinationsNote: Laboratory courses of 1 semester hour must be taken inconjunction with their accompanying lecture course.BIOL 101 Concepts of Biologyand BIOL 102 Laboratory in BiologyGEOL 100 Physical Geologyand GEOL 110 Physical Geology LaboratoryNSCI 100 Introduction to Physical Scienceand NSCI 101 Physical Science LaboratoryPHYS 161 General Physics: Mechanics andParticle Dynamicsand PHYS 195 Introductory Physics Laboratory CoursesCoursesBIOL/BSCI 105BIOL/BSCI 106CHEM 103CHEM 113PHYS 121PHYS 122Principles of Biology I(if BIOL 101–102 not applied)Principles of Biology II(if BIOL 101–102 not applied)General Chemistry IGeneral Chemistry IIFundamentals of Physics IFundamentals of Physics IISupplemental CoursesAt least three upper-level supplemental courses chosen fromthe following: 10Any upper-level ASTR courseAny upper-level BIOL courseNSCI 398 Special Topics in Natural ScienceTotal credits for minor in natural science 1 7PsychologyStudents may seek either an academic major or minor in psyc h o l o g y.Major in Ps yc h o l o gyThe psychology major produces graduates with a knowledge baseof theory and research in the psychological sciences and the abilityto use the principles of psychology to help improve human, animal,and environmental welfare. The curriculum applies psychologicalknowledge to nonscientific fields and the workplace andpromotes multicultural and multinational awareness. This majoralso introduces students to the basis of collaborative and professionalrelationships within psychology and identifies the foundationsand delivery systems of the mental health profession.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a degree in psychology will beable to• Recognize how knowledge of psychology can facilitate careeradvancement and help people improve their interpersonal relationshipsacross cultural and national boundaries.• Examine psychology in a broad context of interdisciplinaryapproaches that cover cultural diversity, historical and politicalperspectives, and current issues.• Practice critical observation, experimentation, and empiricalreasoning in psychology theory and research.• Apply theory and research in psychology to practical situationsand problems.• Effectively communicate psychological concepts and criticalthinking in oral and written form (such as research presentationsand papers).• Conduct scientific research, including accessing technicalinformation, writing papers and presenting research, and usingcomputers in psychology.Degree RequirementsA degree with a major in psychology requires the successful completionof 120 semester hours of coursework, including 33 semesterhours for the major (indicated by ◆); 41 semester hours ingeneral education requirements; and 46 semester hours in them i n o r, electives, and other degree re q u i rements. At least 17 semesterhours in the major must be earned in upper-level courses (numbe red 300 or above).The following course sequence will fulfill all the re q u i rements forthe BS in psyc h o l o g y. Since some recommended courses fulfill morethan one re q u i rement, substituting courses for those listed maymake it necessary to take additional courses to meet degree re q u i rements.Students should consult an advisor whenever taking adva n-tage of other options. Information on alternate courses (where81

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L Aa l l owable) to fulfill general education requirements (in communications,arts and humanities, behavioral and social sciences, biologicaland physical sciences, mathematics, and interdisciplinaryissues) and cross-curricular re q u i rements (in civic re s p o n s i b i l i t y,historical, and international perspectives) may be found on p. 19.Psychology Major CoursesSemester HoursFirst Courses (to be taken within the first 18 semester hours)Note: Placement tests are required for math and English composition courses.LIBS 150 Information Literacy and Research Methods 1ENGL 101/101X Introduction to Writing 3MATH 107 College Algebra 3or a higher-level math courseIntroductory Courses (to be taken within the first 30 semester hours)PHIL 140 Contemporary Moral Issues 3or a foreign language courseor other ARTH, ARTT, HIST, HUMN,MUSC, PHIL, THET, dance, or literaturecourse to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in arts and humanitiesBIOL 101 Concepts of Biology 3and BIOL 102 Laboratory in Biology 1or other course(s) to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical scienceswith related laboratoryENGL 291 Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing◆ PSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology 3IFSM 201 Introduction to Computer-Based Systems 3SOCY 100 Introduction to Sociology 3or other ANTH, BEHS, ECON, GEOG,GVPT, PSYC, SOCY, or eligible GERO orCCJS course to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in behavioral and social sciences◆ PSYC 200Introduction to Statistical Methodsin Psychology 3or STAT 200Introduction to StatisticsFoundation Courses (to be taken within the first 60 semester hours)GVPT 170 American Government 3or GERO 100Introduction to Gerontologyor other course to fulfill the second general educationrequirement in behavioral and socialsciences (discipline must differ from first)NSCI 100 Introduction to Physical Science 3or ASTR 100Introduction to Astronomyor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical sciencesHIST 142 Western Civilization II 3or HIST 157 History of the United States Since 1865or other course to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in arts and humanities(discipline must differ from first) and the crosscurricularrequirement in historical perspectiveIFSM 304 Ethics in the Information Age 3or other course(s) to fulfill the second general educationrequirement in interdisciplinary issues/computing and the cross-curricular requirementin civic responsibilityANTH 344 Cultural Anthropology and Linguistics 3or other course to fulfill the cross-curricularrequirement in international perspectiveSPCH 100 Foundations of Speech Communication 3or COMM 380 Language in Social Contextsor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing or speech◆ PSYC 305 Experimental Methods in Psychology 3Additional Required Courses (to be taken after introductory andfoundation courses)ENGL 391/391X Advanced Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/upper-levelintensive writing◆ PSYC 321 Social Psychology 3or other social science PSYC course chosen from the following:PSYC 345 Group DynamicsPSYC 354 Cross-Cultural PsychologyPSYC 355 Child PsychologyPSYC 357 Psychology of Adulthood and AgingPSYC 361 Survey of Industrial and OrganizationalPsychologyPSYC 424 Communication and Persuasion◆ PSYC 301 Biological Basis of Behavior 3or other natural science PSYC course chosen from the following:BIOL 362 NeurobiologyPSYC 310 PerceptionPSYC 315 MotivationPSYC 341 Introduction to Memory and CognitionPSYC 391 Introduction to NeuropsychologyPSYC 402 Physiological Psychology◆ PSYC 353 Adult Psychopathology 3or other clinical science PSYC course chosen from the following:PSYC 432 Introduction to Counseling PsychologyPSYC 435 Personality TheoriesPSYC 436 Introduction to Clinical Psychology◆ PSYC 354 Cross-Cultural Psychology 3or other social science PSYC course from theabove list◆ PSYC 310 Perception 3or other natural science PSYC course fromthe above list◆ PSYC 432 Introduction to Counseling Psychology 3or other clinical science PSYC course from theabove list◆ PSYC 355 Child Psychology 3or other 3-credit PSYC course◆ PSYC 341 Introduction to Memory and Cognition 3or other PSYC course(s), including no more thanthree 1-credit courses82

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L AMinor and/or Elective Courses (to be taken in the last 60 hours along withrequired major courses) 43Recommended ElectivePSYC 415History of Psychology(for students who plan to go on to graduate school)Total credits for BS in psychology 1 2 0Minor in Ps yc h o l o gyThe psychology minor complements the skills the student gainsin his or her major discipline by investigating the nature of mindand behavior, including the biological basis of behavior, perception,memory and cognition, the influence of environmental andsocial forces on the individual, personality, life-span developmentand adjustment, research methods, and statistical analysis.ObjectivesA student who graduates with a minor in psychology will be able to• Recognize how knowledge of psychology can facilitate careeradvancement and help people improve their interpersonal relationshipsacross cultural and national boundaries.• Demonstrate knowledge of the origins and development of thediscipline of psychology and explain some of the issues of worlddiversity in behavioral research.• Use critical observation, experimentation, empirical reasoning,and appropriate information technology and informationresources.• Apply psychological theory and research to practical situationsand problems.• Think critically and communicate an understanding ofpsychology.• Access databases for psychological literature and identify psychologicalresources online.Requirements for the MinorA minor in psychology requires the completion of 15 semesterhours of coursework in psychology, including at least 3 semesterhours each in courses in psychology as a natural science, a socialscience, and a clinical science. At least 9 semester hours must beearned in upper-level courses (numbered 300 or above). Specificcourse requirements are listed at right. PSYC courses earning only1 credit may not be applied to the minor. If a specific courserequired for the minor is taken instead to satisfy the requirementsfor the major, another course in the same discipline should besubstituted to fulfill the required minimum number of semesterhours for the minor. Any course used to replace an upper-levelcourse should also be classified as upper level.For a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree,students should refer to their major and pp. 19–20.Psychology Minor CoursesSemester Hours(to be taken in the the last 60 semester hours with required andsupplemental major courses)Required Foundation CoursesPSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology 3PSYC 200Introduction to Statistical Methodsin Psychology 3Supplemental Minor CoursesOne natural science PSYC course chosen from list in major 3One social science PSYC course chosen from list in major 3One clinical science PSYC course chosen from list in major 3Total credits for minor in psychology 1 5Social ScienceStudents may seek an academic major in social science.Major in Social ScienceThe social science major is interdisciplinary and provides breadthof knowledge through coursework in such areas as gerontology,government and politics, and sociology. It also offers depth bygiving students the opportunity to select core courses from oneof these social science areas.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a major in social science will beable to• Formulate a description of the roles of the different social sciencedisciplines in understanding social reality, addressing socialissues, and enhancing human welfare.• Identify similarities and differences among the social sciencedisciplines.• Formulate an integrated analysis of social issues and/or socialreality by synthesizing concepts and research methods from thedifferent social science disciplines that relate to the particularsocial reality or social issue under investigation.• Communicate social science concepts and terminology effective l y.• Apply micro and macro levels of analysis and an integrated,interdisciplinary perspective to an investigation of problems inthe social sciences• Critically analyze social science issues within larger historicaland global contexts.• Articulate the policy implications of social science research andtheory for policy and programs.• Use information technology to access and retrieve social scienceliterature.83

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L ADegree RequirementsA degree with a major in social science requires the successfulcompletion of 120 semester hours of coursework, including30 semester hours for the major (indicated by ◆); 41 semesterhours in general education requirements; and 49 semester hoursin the minor, electives, and other degree requirements. At least15 semester hours in the major must be earned in upper-levelcourses (numbered 300 or above).The following course sequence will fulfill all the re q u i rements forthe BS in social science. Since some recommended courses fulfillm o re than one re q u i rement, substituting courses for those listedmay make it necessary to take additional courses to meet degre ere q u i rements. Students should consult an advisor whenever takinga d vantage of other options. Information on alternate courses (wherea l l owable) to fulfill general education re q u i rements (in communications,arts and humanities, behavioral and social sciences, biologicaland physical sciences, mathematics, and interd i s c i p l i n a ry issues)and cross-curricular re q u i rements (in civic re s p o n s i b i l i t y, historical,and international perspectives) may be found on p. 19.Social Science Major CoursesSemester HoursFirst Courses (to be taken within the first 18 semester hours)Note: Placement tests are required for math and English composition courses.LIBS 150 Information Literacy and Research Methods 1ENGL 101/101X Introduction to Writing 3MATH 107 College Algebra 3or a higher-level math courseIntroductory Courses (to be taken within the first 30 semester hours)Note: General education courses may not be applied to major requirements.GVPT 170 American Government 3or other ANTH, BEHS, ECON, GEOG,GVPT, PSYC, SOCY, or eligible GERO orCCJS course to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in behavioral and social sciencesBIOL 101 Concepts of Biology 3and BIOL 102 Laboratory in Biology 1or other course(s) to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical scienceswith related laboratoryENGL 291 Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writingIFSM 201 Introduction to Computer-Based Systems 3PHIL 140 Contemporary Moral Issues 3or a foreign language courseor other ARTH, ARTT, HIST, HUMN,MUSC, PHIL, THET, dance, or literaturecourse to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in arts and humanitiesPSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology 3or other course to fulfill the second general educationrequirement in behavioral and socialsciences (discipline must differ from first)◆ BEHS 210 Introduction to Social and Behavioral Science 3Foundation Courses (to be taken within the first 60 semester hours)◆ STAT 230 Business Statistics 3or STAT 200Introduction to StatisticsNSCI 100 Introduction to Physical Science 3or ASTR 100Introduction to Astronomyor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical sciences◆ SOCY 100 Introduction to Sociology 3HIST 142 Western Civilization II 3or HIST 157 History of the United States Since 1865or other course to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in arts and humanities(discipline must differ from first) and the crosscurricularrequirement in historical perspectiveSPCH 100 Foundations of Speech Communication 3or COMM 380 Language in Social Contextsor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing or speech◆ GERO 100 Introduction to Gerontology 3or ECON 203 Principles of Microeconomicsor other foundation course for the major chosen from the following:ECON 201 Principles of MacroeconomicsGEOG 100 Introduction to GeographyGEOG 110 The World Today: A Regional GeographyGVPT 100 Principles of Government and PoliticsPSYC 100 Introduction to PsychologyIFSM 304 Ethics in the Information Age 3or other course(s) to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in interdisciplinaryissues/computing and the cross-curricularrequirement in civic responsibilityANTH 344 Cultural Anthropology and Linguistics 3or other course to fulfill the cross-curricularrequirement in international perspectiveAdditional Required Courses (to be taken after introductoryand foundation courses)ENGL 391/391X Advanced Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/upper-levelintensive writing◆ Any three ANTH and/or SOCY courses 9or any three GERO coursesor any three GVPT courses(Required core courses for the major)◆ Any ANTH, BEHS, ECON, GERO, GVPT, PSYC, or SOCY course notalready applied to general education or major requirements 3(supplemental major course)◆ Additional course from above list 3(supplemental major course)◆ Additional course from above list 3(supplemental major course)Minor and/or Elective Courses (to be taken in the last 60 hours along withrequired major courses) 46Total credits for BS in social science 1 2 084

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L ASociologyStudents may seek an academic minor in sociology.Minor in So c i o l o gyThe sociology minor complements the skills the student gains inhis or her major discipline by providing a study of contemporarysociological theory and research and applying it to social issues,including globalization, social inequality, diversity, health care,education, family, work, and religion.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a minor in sociology will be able to• Discuss the role of sociology in understanding societal realityand social issues.• Critically analyze theoretical orientations in sociology.• Apply sociological theory and research to define and presentalternatives for solving contemporary social problems.• Communicate sociological concepts and terminology effectively.• Discuss the relationship between the individual and societyfrom a sociological perspective.• Discuss micro and macro levels of sociological analysis and theirroles in examining social reality.• Use information technology to access and retrieve sociologicalliterature.• Apply sociological concepts to understand diversity in Americansociety and the place of American society within a larger globalcontext.Requirements for the MinorA minor in sociology requires the completion of 15 semesterhours of coursework in sociology, drawn from various disciplinesas appropriate; at least 9 semester hours must be earned in upperlevelcourses (numbered 300 or above). Specific course requirementsare listed at right. If a specific course required for theminor is taken instead to satisfy the requirements for the major,another course in the same discipline should be substituted tofulfill the required minimum number of semester hours for theminor. Any course used to replace an upper-level course shouldalso be classified as upper level.For a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree,students should refer to their major and pp. 19–20.Sociology Minor Courses(to be taken in the the last 60 semester hours with requiredand supplemental major courses)Semester HoursRequired CourseSOCY 100 Introduction to Sociology 3Statistics Course 3STAT 230 Business Statisticsor PSYC 200 Introduction to Statistical Methods in Psychologyor STAT 200 Introduction to StatisticsSupplemental CoursesAny upper-level SOCY course 3Any upper-level SOCY course 3Any upper-level SOCY course 3Total credits for minor in sociology 1 5Speech CommunicationStudents may seek an academic minor in speech communication.Minor in Speech CommunicationThe minor in speech communication complements the skills thestudent gains in his or her major discipline by developing communicationskills, particularly oral communication, as well as providinga greater understanding of human interaction in a varietyof personal and professional contexts.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a minor in speech communicationwill be able to• Apply communication theories—including both speech communicationand mass communication theories—to varioussituations and contexts.• Describe and use effective interaction styles in communicationwith others.• Identify and apply effective strategies for creating, editing, andpresenting effective messages to different audiences and withindifferent contexts• Use tools and technology to gather information, as well as todevelop and deliver messages• Critically analyze information for creating effective oral orwritten messages and for evaluating messages85

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L ARequirements for the MinorA minor in speech communication requires the completion of15 semester hours of coursework in speech communication,drawn from various disciplines as appropriate; at least 9 semesterhours must be earned in upper-level courses (numbered 300 orabove). Specific course requirements are listed below. If a specificcourse required for the minor is taken instead to satisfy therequirements for the major, another course in the same disciplineshould be substituted to fulfill the required minimum numberof semester hours for the minor. Any course used to replace anupper-level course should also be classified as upper level.Note: Students should have taken SPCH 100 or have comparablepublic speaking experience before enrolling in courses for thespeech communication minor.For a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree,students should refer to their major and pp. 19–20.Speech Communication Minor Courses(to be taken in the the last 60 semester hours with required andsupplemental major courses)Semester HoursRequired CoursesCOMM 300 Communication Theory 3SPCH 100 Foundations of Speech Communication 3or any SPCH courseCore CoursesAny upper-level SPCH course 3Any upper-level SPCH course 3Supplemental CourseOne course chosen from the following: 3Any upper-level SPCH courseCOMM 380 Language in Social ContextsPSYC 334 Psychology of Interpersonal RelationshipsPSYC 345 Group DynamicsPSYC 424 Communication and PersuasionHRMN 302 Organizational CommunicationHRMN 367 Organizational CultureTotal credits for minor in speech communication 1 5Strategic andEntrepreneurialManagementStudents may seek an academic minor in strategic and entrepreneurialmanagement.Minor in Strategic and En t re p re n e u ri a lMa n a g e m e n tThe strategic and entrepreneurial management minor complementsthe skills the student gains in his or her major discipline byproviding a study of current issues in the effective use of information,the globalization of business, and strategic management andby exploring the mind-set of an innovator and an entrepreneur.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a minor in strategic and entrepreneurialmanagement will be able to• Apply key concepts and theories in strategic and entrepreneurialmanagement areas.• Demonstrate knowledge of domestic and global issues thataffect the business environment.• Discuss the major internal and external influences that shouldbe considered in the development of organizational strategy.• Develop and evaluate the financial resources, promotional activities,and employee recruitment and training programs necessaryin beginning a new venture.• Create a business plan for the new venture or business unit.• Demonstrate competence in the use of databases, the WorldWide Web, and other library resources to retrieve informationrelated to strategic and general management issues.• Develop effective written and oral communication skills appropriatefor the workplace.Requirements for the MinorA minor in strategic and entrepreneurial management requires thecompletion of 15 semester hours of coursework in strategic andentrepreneurial management, drawn from various disciplines asappropriate; at least 9 semester hours must be earned in upperlevelcourses (numbered 300 or above). Specific course requirementsare listed on the next page. If a specific course requiredfor the minor is taken instead to satisfy the requirements for themajor, another course in the same discipline should be substitutedto fulfill the required minimum number of semester hours for theminor. Any course used to replace an upper-level course shouldalso be classified as upper level.86

B A C H E L O R ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L AFor a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree,students should refer to their major and pp. 19–20.Strategic and EntrepreneurialManagement Minor Courses(to be taken in the the last 60 semester hours with required andsupplemental major courses)Semester HoursRequired CourseBMGT 364 Management and Organization Theory 3Supplemental CoursesOne course chosen from the following: 3BMGT 330 Entrepreneurship and New Venture PlanningBMGT 334 Managing New VenturesBMGT 336 Managing Strategic Venture Growth and IndustryBMGT 339 Government and Business ContractingBMGT 365 Organizational LeadershipBMGT 392 Global Business ManagementBMGT 464 Organizational BehaviorBMGT 495 Strategic ManagementBMGT 496 Business EthicsHRMN 302 Organizational CommunicationA second supplemental course chosen from the above list 3A third supplemental course chosen from the above list 3A fourth supplemental course chosen from the above list 3Total credits for minor in strategic and entrepreneurial management 1 5Women’s StudiesStudents may seek an academic minor in women’s studies.Minor in Wo m e n’s St u d i e sThe women’s studies minor complements the skills the studentgains in his or her major discipline by providing an interdisciplinarystudy of the history, status, and experiences of women.ObjectivesThe student who graduates with a minor in women’s studies willbe able to• Examine historical and contemporary contributions by womenand existing data about women.• Discuss some of the scholarly methodologies used in the studyof women, gender, and human societies.• Explain aspects of scholarship and theory on the history, status,contributions, and experiences of women in diverse culturalcommunities and the significance of gender as a social constructand an analytical category.Requirements for the MinorA minor in women’s studies requires the completion of 15 semesterhours of coursework in women’s studies, drawn from variousdisciplines as appropriate; at least 9 semester hours must be earnedin upper-level courses (numbered 300 or above). Specific courserequirements are listed below. If a specific course required for theminor is taken instead to satisfy the requirements for the major,another course in the same discipline should be substituted to fulfillthe required minimum number of semester hours. Any courseused to replace an upper-level course should also be classified asupper level.For a listing of all the requirements for the bachelor’s degree,students should refer to their major and pp. 19–20.Wo m e n ’s Studies Minor CoursesSemester Hours(to be taken in the the last 60 semester hours with required andsupplemental major courses)Required CourseWMST 200Introduction to Women’s Studies:Women and Society 3Social Science CoursesA course chosen from the following: 3BEHS 343 Parenting TodayBEHS 453 Domestic ViolenceBMGT 312 Women in BusinessGERO 311 Women and AgingGVPT 436 Legal Status of WomenPSYC 334 Psychology of Interpersonal RelationshipsPSYC 336 Psychology of WomenSOCY 325 The Sociology of GenderSOCY 443 The Family and SocietySOCY 462 Women in the MilitaryA second social science course chosen from the above list 3Humanities CoursesA course chosen from the following: 3ENGL 250 Introduction to Literature by WomenENGL 354 American Women Writers Since 1900ENGL 358 British Women Writers Since 1900ENGL 444 Feminist Critical TheoryHIST 375 Modern European Women’s HistoryHIST 376 Women and the Family in America to 1870HIST 377 Women in America Since 1870HUMN 442 Contemporary Sexual EthicsPHIL 343 Sexual MoralitySPCH 324 Communication and GenderA second humanities course chosen from the above list 3Total credits for minor in women’s studies 1 587

Associate’s Degree CurriculaThe curricula and courses listed below are available only to activedutymilitary personnel and certain others who conform to specialstipulations.R E Q U I R E M E N T SThe Associate of Arts degree (AA) re q u i res the completion of a minimumof 60 semester hours, at least 15 of which must be takent h rough UMUC. Of these 60 semester hours, 32 semester hoursmust be earned in courses that fulfill the general education re q u i rementslisted below. The remaining 28 semester hours must satisfythe re q u i rements of the curriculum the student has selected.A grade point average of 2.0 or higher in all courses taken throughUMUC is required. A student should complete one associate'sdegree before applying for another.General Education Re q u i rements (32 s.h.)The general education requirements for the associate’s degree correspondto those for the bachelor’s degree (listed on p. 19), withthese two exceptions:• An upper-level intensive writing course is not required for theassociate’s degree.• Only one 1-semester-hour course in information literacy andresearch methods is required to fulfill the interdisciplinary oremerging issues requirement for the associate’s degree.Cu r riculum Re q u i rements (28 s.h.)In addition to the general education requirements, students musttake 28 semester hours of coursework related to their educationalgoals; at least 9 semester hours in core or core-related courseworkfor the chosen curriculum must be earned through UMUC. Theymay choose a general curriculum (described below) or a specializedcurriculum with its own particular requirements (detailed onthe following pages). Students must earn a grade of C or higherin all core or core-related curriculum courses. Students who anticipateseeking a bachelor’s degree should select courses that willadvance that goal.General CurriculumThe Associate of Arts general curriculum is for adult students whowish to pursue their own educational goals. They may do this bycombining related courses from several disciplines, exploring seve r a li n t e rests at once, or choosing a variety of courses from thro u g h o u tU M U C ’s offerings. Students in this program accept responsibility ford e veloping a curriculum that meets their specific objectives. They areencouraged to seek assistance from academic advisors in arrangingtheir curriculum as appropriate to their personal interests and futureeducational plans.The following course sequence provides the recommended orderfor the required general education courses and the curriculumcourses to be selected by the student.General Curriculum CoursesSemester HoursFirst Courses (to be taken within the first 18 semester hours)Note: Placement tests are required for math and English composition courses.LIBS 150 Information Literacy and Research Methods 1ENGL 101/101X Introduction to Writing 3MATH 105Mathematics: Contemporary Topicsand Applications 3or MATH 106 Finite Mathematicsor a higher-level math courseIntroductory Courses (to be taken within the first 30 semester hours)HIST 142 Western Civilization II 3or HIST 157 History of the United States Since 1865or other ARTH, ARTT, HIST, HUMN,MUSC, PHIL, THET, dance, literature, orforeign language course to fulfill the first generaleducation requirement in arts and humanitiesBIOL 101 Concepts of Biology 3and BIOL 102 Laboratory in Biology 1or other course(s) to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical scienceswith related laboratoryENGL 291 Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writingGVPT 170 American Government 3or other course to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in behavioral and social sciencesIFSM 201 Introduction to Computer-Based Systems 3(recommended computing course; required formost bachelor's degrees)Curriculum course (to be selected based on educational and career goals) 3Foundation and Curriculum Courses (to be taken after first andintroductory courses)PSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology 3or SOCY 100Introduction to Sociologyor other course to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in behavioral and socialsciences (discipline must differ from first)NSCI 100 Introduction to Physical Science 3or ASTR 100Introduction to Astronomyor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical sciencesPHIL 140 Contemporary Moral Issues 3or a foreign language courseor other course to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in arts and humanities(discipline must differ from first)SPCH 100 Foundations of Speech Communication 3or JOUR 201Writing for the Mass Mediaor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing or speechCurriculum course (to be selected based on educational and career goals) 3Curriculum course (to be selected based on educational and career goals) 3Curriculum course (to be selected based on educational and career goals) 3Elective Courses (to be chosen from any courses to complete the60 s.h. for the degree) 13Total credits for AA with general curriculum 6 088

A S S O C I A T E ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L ASpecialized CurriculaThe Associate of Arts specialized curricula are for adult studentswho wish to pursue a specific career or educational goal, often asa basis for further study toward the bachelor’s degree. Each of thespecialized curricula has its own requirements (indicated with ◆).Students should take careful note of course prerequisites and recommendedcourse sequences. Curricula may be available only inlimited geographic areas.Accounting Curriculum CoursesSemester HoursFirst Courses (to be taken within the first 18 semester hours)Note: Placement tests are required for math and English composition courses.LIBS 150 Information Literacy and Research Methods 1ENGL 101/101X Introduction to Writing 3MATH 107 College Algebra 3or a higher-level math course◆ BMGT 110 Introduction to Business and Management 3( recommended accounting-related curriculum coursefor students with no prior business experience)◆ ACCT 220 Principles of Accounting I 3Introductory Courses (to be taken within the first 30 semester hours)◆ ACCT 221 Principles of Accounting II 3ECON 201 Principles of Macroeconomics 3or ECON 203 Principles of Microeconomics(required for BS in accounting)or other ANTH, BEHS, ECON, GEOG,GVPT, PSYC, SOCY, or eligible GERO orCCJS course to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in behavioral and social sciencesBIOL 101 Concepts of Biology 3and BIOL 102 Laboratory in Biology 1or other course(s) to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical scienceswith related laboratoryENGL 291 Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing◆ CMIS 102A Fundamentals of Programming I 3(accounting-related curriculum course)Additional Required Courses (to be taken after first and introductory courses)PHIL 140 Contemporary Moral Issues 3or a foreign language courseor other ARTH, ARTT, HIST, HUMN,MUSC, PHIL, THET, dance, or literaturecourse to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in arts and humanitiesPSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology 3or SOCY 100Introduction to Sociologyor other course to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in behavioral and socialsciences (discipline must differ from first)NSCI 100 Introduction to Physical Science 3or ASTR 100Introduction to Astronomyor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical sciences◆ Any ACCT course, MGST course (except MGST 120 or 140),or BMGT finance course 3(core course for accounting curriculum)HIST 142 Western Civilization II 3or HIST 157 History of the United States Since 1865or other course to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in arts and humanities(discipline must differ from first)SPCH 100 Foundations of Speech Communication 3or COMM 390 Writing for Managersor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing or speech◆ BMGT 380 Business Law I 3or STAT 230Business Statisticsor other accounting-related curriculum course chosen from the following:ACCT 411 Ethics and Professionalism in AccountingBMGT 110 Introduction to Business and ManagementBMGT 364 Management and Organization TheoryBMGT 380 Business Law IBMGT 381 Business Law IIBMGT 496 Business EthicsCMIS 102 Introduction to Problem Solving andAlgorithm DesignCMIS 102A Fundamentals of Programming ICMST 340 Programming in JavaECON 201 Principles of MacroeconomicsECON 203 Principles of MicroeconomicsECON 205 Fundamental of EconomicsSTAT 200 Introduction to StatisticsSTAT 230 Business StatisticsMGST 120 Fundamentals of the Accounting ProcessMRKT 310 Marketing Principles and Organization◆ BMGT 364 Management and Organization Theory 3or MGST 120 Fundamentals of the Accounting Processor other accounting-related curriculum course◆ Any ACCT, BMGT, or MGST course (except MGST 120 orMGST140) 3(core course for accounting curriculum)◆ Any ACCT, BMGT, or MGST course (except MGST 120 orMGST 140) 3(core course for accounting curriculum)Elective Courses (to be chosen from any course to complete the 60 s.h.for the degree) 1Total credits for AA with accounting specialization 6 089

A S S O C I A T E ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L ABusiness and ManagementCurriculum CoursesSemester HoursFirst Courses (to be taken within the first 18 semester hours)Note: Placement tests are re q u i red for math and English composition courses.LIBS 150 Information Literacy and Research Methods 1ENGL 101/101X Introduction to Writing 3MATH 107 College Algebra 3or a higher-level math course◆ BMGT 110 Introduction to Business and Management 3(required business core course for students with noprior business experience; also required for BS inbusiness administration)Introductory Courses (to be taken within the first 30 semester hours)ECON 201 Principles of Macroeconomics 3(required for BS in business administration)or other ANTH, BEHS, ECON, GEOG,GVPT, PSYC, SOCY, or eligible GERO orCCJS course to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in behavioral and social sciencesBIOL 101 Concepts of Biology 3and BIOL 102 Laboratory in Biology 1or other course(s) to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical scienceswith related laboratoryENGL 291 Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing◆ IFSM 201 Introduction to Computer-Based Systems 3(recommended management-related curriculumcourse; required for BS in business administration )◆ ACCT 220 Principles of Accounting I 3PHIL 140 Contemporary Moral Issues 3or a foreign language courseor other ARTH, ARTT, HIST, HUMN,MUSC, PHIL, THET, dance, or literaturecourse to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in arts and humanitiesAdditional Required Courses (to be taken after first and introductory courses)◆ STAT 230 Business Statistics 3or other introductory statistics course as abusiness core coursePSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology 3or SOCY 100Introduction to Sociologyor other course to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in behavioral and socialsciences (discipline must differ from first)◆ ACCT 221 Principles of Accounting II 3(required business core course)NSCI 100 Introduction to Physical Science 3or ASTR 100Introduction to Astronomyor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical sciences◆ ECON 203 Introduction to Microeconomics 3(required business core course)HIST 142 Western Civilization II 3or HIST 157 History of the United States Since 1865or other course to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in arts and humanities(discipline must differ from first)SPCH 100 Foundations of Speech Communication 3or COMM 390 Writing for Managersor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing or speech◆ Management-related curriculum course chosen from the following: 3All ACCT coursesAll BMGT coursesAll CMIS coursesAll 3-credit CMST coursesAll ECON coursesAll IFSM coursesAll MGST coursesGVPT 210 Introduction to Public Administration and PolicyHRMN 300 Human Resource ManagementMRKT 310 Marketing Principles and OrganizationPSYC 221 Social PsychologyPSYC 361 Survey of Industrial and OrganizationalPsychologySOCY 331 Work, Bureaucracy, and IndustrySOCY 461 Industrial SociologySPCH 108 Technical Speech Communication(courses required for BS in business administrationare recommended)◆ Management-related curriculum course 3(courses required for BS in businessadministration are recommended)El e c t i ve Courses (to be chosen from any courses to complete the 60 s.h. for thed e g ree—courses applicable to the BS in business administration are re c o m m e n d e d ) 4Total credits for AA with business and management specialization 6 0Computer Studies Curriculum CoursesSemester HoursFirst Courses (to be taken within the first 18 semester hours)Note: Placement tests are re q u i red for math and English composition courses.LIBS 150 Information Literacy and Research Methods 1ENGL 101/101X Introduction to Writing 3MATH 107 College Algebra 3or a higher-level math courseIntroductory Courses (to be taken within the first 30 semester hours)◆ CMIS 102Introduction to Problem Solving andAlgorithm Design 3or CMIS 102A Fundamentals of Programming I(first core curriculum course; required for BSin computer studies)◆ CMIS 141 Introductory Programming 3or CMIS 141A Fundamentals of Programming II(required core curriculum course)PHIL 140 Contemporary Moral Issues 3or a foreign language courseor other ARTH, ARTT, HIST, HUMN,MUSC, PHIL, THET, dance, or literaturecourse to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in arts and humanities90

A S S O C I A T E ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L ABIOL 101 Concepts of Biology 3and BIOL 102 Laboratory in Biology 1or other course(s) to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical scienceswith related laboratory◆ CMIS 240/241 Data Structures and Abstraction 3(required for BS in computer studies)or other core curriculum course chosen from the following:CMIS 310 Computer Systems and ArchitectureIFSM 300 Information Systems in OrganizationsIFSM 310 Software and Hardware ConceptsAny CMST courseENGL 291 Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writingGVPT 170 American Government 3or other ANTH, BEHS, ECON, GEOG,GVPT, PSYC, SOCY, or eligible GERO orCCJS courses to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in behavioral and social sciencesAdditional Course (to be taken after first and introductory courses)◆ IFSM 201 Introduction to Computer-Based Systems 3(required for BS in computer studies)or any CMIS, CMIT, CMSC, CMST, orIFSM course as a computer studies–related coursePSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology 3or SOCY 100Introduction to Sociologyor other course to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in behavioral and socialsciences (discipline must differ from first)NSCI 100 Introduction to Physical Science 3or ASTR 100Introduction to Astronomyor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical sciencesHIST 142 Western Civilization II 3or HIST 157 History of the United States Since 1865or other course to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in arts and humanities(discipline must differ from first)SPCH 100 Foundations of Speech Communication 3or COMM 390 Writing for Managersor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing or speech◆ Computer studies core course 3El e c t i ve Courses (chosen from any courses to complete 60 s.h. for thed e g re e—CMIS, CMST, or IFSM courses that may be applied to the BS arere c o m m e n d e d) 13Total credits for AA with computer studies specialization 6 0Criminal Justice Curriculum Courses Semester HoursFirst Courses (to be taken within the first 18 semester hours)Note: Placement tests are required for math and English composition courses.LIBS 150 Information Literacy and Research Methods 1ENGL 101/101X Introduction to Writing 3MATH 105Mathematics: Contemporary Topicsand Applications 3or MATH 106 Finite Mathematicsor a higher-level math course◆ CCJS 100 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3or CCJS 105Introduction to Criminologyor any CCJS course as other core curriculum courseIntroductory Courses (to be taken within the first 30 semester hours)GVPT 170 American Government 3or other ANTH, BEHS, ECON, GEOG,GVPT, PSYC, SOCY, or eligible GERO orCCJS course to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in behavioral and social sciencesBIOL 101 Concepts of Biology 3and BIOL 102 Laboratory in Biology 1or other course(s) to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical scienceswith related laboratoryENGL 291 Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing◆ CCJS 230 Criminal Law in Action 3or any CCJS course as other core curriculum coursePHIL 140 Contemporary Moral Issues 3or a foreign language courseor other ARTH, ARTT, HIST, HUMN,MUSC, PHIL, THET, dance, or literaturecourse to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in arts and humanitiesAdditional Required Courses (to be taken after first and introductory courses)PSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology 3or SOCY 100Introduction to Sociologyor other course to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in behavioral and socialsciences (discipline must differ from first)NSCI 100 Introduction to Physical Science 3or ASTR 100Introduction to Astronomyor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical sciencesHIST 142 Western Civilization II 3or HIST 157 History of the United States Since 1865or other course to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in arts and humanities(discipline must differ from first)SPCH 100 Foundations of Speech Communication 3or COMM 380 Language in Social Contextsor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing or speech◆ CCJS 320 Introduction to Criminalistics 3or any CCJS course as other core curriculum course◆ CCJS 350 Juvenile Delinquency 3or any CCJS course as other core curriculum courseEl e c t i ve Courses (chosen from any courses to complete 60 s.h. for the degre e —courses that may be applied to the BS in criminal justice are re c o m m e n d e d ) 16Total credits for AA with criminal justice specialization 6 091

A S S O C I A T E ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L AForeign Language Area Studies Curriculum CoursesA specialization in foreign language area studies gives students the opport u n i t yto focus on the language and culture of a particular country, usually the countryin which they live. Generally students are required to complete 12 semesterhours in language core courses and 16 semester hours in courses related to theh i s t o ry and culture of the area. Specific courses are identified for each area studied.Students should check with an advisor for choices in their are a .Legal Studies Curriculum CoursesSemester HoursFirst Courses (to be taken within the first 18 semester hours)Note: Placement tests are re q u i red for math and English composition courses.LIBS 150 Information Literacy and Research Methods 1ENGL 101/101X Introduction to Writing 3MATH 105Mathematics: Contemporary Topicsand Applications 3or MATH 106 Finite Mathematicsor a higher-level math courseIntroductory Courses (to be taken within the first 30 semester hours)PHIL 140 Contemporary Moral Issues 3or a foreign language courseor other ARTH, ARTT, HIST, HUMN,MUSC, PHIL, THET, dance, or literaturecourse to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in arts and humanitiesGVPT 170 American Government 3or other ANTH, BEHS, ECON, GEOG,GVPT, PSYC, SOCY, or eligible GERO orCCJS course to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in behavioral and social sciencesBIOL 101 Concepts of Biology 3and BIOL 102 Laboratory in Biology 1or other course(s) to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical scienceswith related laboratoryENGL 291 Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writingIFSM 201 Introduction to Computer-Based Systems 3(recommended computing course; required forBS in legal studies)CCJS 100 Introduction to Criminal Justice 3or SOCY 100Introduction to Sociologyor other course to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in behavioral and socialsciences (discipline must differ from first)Additional Required Courses (to be taken after first and introductory courses)HIST 142 Western Civilization II 3or HIST 157 History of the United States Since 1865or other course to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in arts and humanities(discipline must differ from first)NSCI 100 Introduction to Physical Science 3or ASTR 100Introduction to Astronomyor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical sciencesSPCH 100 Foundations of Speech Communication 3or COMM 390 Writing for Managersor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing or speech◆ LGST 101 Introduction to Law 3(required core curriculum course)◆ LGST 200 Techniques of Legal Research 3(required core curriculum course)◆ LGST 201 Legal Writing 3(required core curriculum course)◆ LGST 204 Legal Ethics 3(required core curriculum course)◆ LGST 320 Criminal Law and Procedures 3(or any LGST course as a core curriculum course)◆ LGST 312 Torts 3(or any LGST course as a core curriculum course)Elective Courses (chosen from any courses to complete 60 s.h. for the degre e —courses that may be applied to the BS in legal studies are re c o m m e n d e d) 7Total credits for AA with legal studies specialization 6 0Management Studies Curriculum CoursesSemester HoursFirst Courses (to be taken within the first 18 semester hours)Note: Placement tests are re q u i red for math and English composition courses.LIBS 150 Information Literacy and Research Methods 1ENGL 101/101X Introduction to Writing 3MATH 105Mathematics: Contemporary Topics andApplications 3or MATH 106 Finite Mathematicsor a higher-level math course◆ BMGT 110 Introduction to Business and Management 3( recommended management studies–related coursefor students with no prior business experience; alsore q u i red for BS in business administra t i o n )Introductory Courses (to be taken within the first 30 semester hours)GVPT 170 American Government 3or other ANTH, BEHS, ECON, GEOG,GVPT, PSYC, SOCY, or eligible GERO orCCJS course to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in behavioral and social sciencesBIOL 101 Concepts of Biology 3and BIOL 102 Laboratory in Biology 1or other course(s) to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical scienceswith related laboratoryECON 201 Principles of Macroeconomics 3or ECON 203 Principles of Microeconomics(required for BS in management studies)or other course to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in behavioral and socialsciences (discipline must differ from first)ENGL 291 Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing92

A S S O C I A T E ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L A◆ IFSM 201 Introduction to Computer-Based Systems 3(recommended management studies core course;required for BS in management studies)PHIL 140 Contemporary Moral Issues 3or a foreign language courseor other ARTH, ARTT, HIST, HUMN,MUSC, PHIL, THET, dance, or literaturecourse to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in arts and humanitiesAdditional Required Courses (to be taken after first and introductory courses)◆ STAT 230 Business Statistics 3(recommended management studies core course;required for BS in management studies)NSCI 100 Introduction to Physical Science 3or ASTR 100Introduction to Astronomyor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical sciencesHIST 142 Western Civilization II 3or HIST 157 History of the United States Since 1865or other course to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in arts and humanities(discipline must differ from first)SPCH 100 Foundations of Speech Communication 3or COMM 394/394X Business Writingor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing or speech◆ BMGT 364 Management and Organization Theory 3or MGST 160 Principles of Supervisionor other management studies core course chosen from the following:Any ACCT courseAny BMGT courseAny CMIS courseAny CMST courseAny ECON courseAny IFSM courseAny MGST courseCOMM 390 Writing for ManagersGVPT 210 Introduction to Public Administration and PolicyPSYC 221 Social PsychologyPSYC 361 Survey of Industrial and OrganizationalPsychologySOCY 331 Work, Bureaucracy, and IndustrySOCY 461 Industrial SociologySPCH 108 Technical Speech Communication◆ Management studies core course 3(courses that may be applied to BS inmanagement studies are recommended)◆ Management studies core course 3(courses that may be applied to BS inmanagement studies are recommended)Elective Courses (chosen from any courses to complete 60 s.h. for the degre e —courses that may be applied to BS in management studies are re c o m m e n d e d ) 10Total credits for AA with management studies specialization 6 0Mathematics Curriculum CoursesSemester HoursFirst Courses (to be taken within the first 18 semester hours)Note: Placement tests are required for math and English composition courses.LIBS 150 Information Literacy and Research Methods 1ENGL 101/101X Introduction to Writing 3MATH 107 College Algebra 3(fulfills general education re q u i rement in mathematics)or a higher-level math courseNote: Courses applied to general education requirements may not beapplied to the major.MATH 108 Trigonometry and Analytical Geometry 3(prerequisite for later courses)Introductory Courses (to be taken within the first 30 semester hours)HIST 142 Western Civilization II 3or HIST 157 History of the U.S. Since 1865or other ARTH, ARTT, HIST, HUMN,MUSC, PHIL, THET, dance, literature, orforeign language course to fulfill the first generaleducation requirement in arts and humanitiesNSCI 100 Introduction to Physical Science 3and NSCI 101 Physical Science Laboratory 1or other course(s) to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical scienceswith related laboratoryENGL 291 Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writingECON 201 Principles of Macroeconomics 3or ECON 203 Principles of Microeconomicsor other ANTH, BEHS, ECON, GEOG,GVPT, PSYC, SOCY, or eligible GERO orCCJS course to fulfill the first general educationin behavioral and social sciences◆ One of the following math sequences: 8–9MATH 130 Calculus Aand MATH 131 Calculus Band MATH 132 Calculus CorMATH 140 Calculus Iand MATH 141 Calculus IIAdditional CoursesBIOL 101 Concepts of Biology 3or ASTR 100Introduction to Astronomyor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical sciencesPSYC 100 Introduction to Psychology 3or SOCY 100Introduction to Sociologyor other course to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in behavioral and socialsciences (discipline must differ from first)PHIL 140 Contemporary Moral Issues 3or a foreign language courseor other course to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in arts and humanities(discipline must differ from first)SPCH 100 Foundations of Speech Communication 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing or speech93

A S S O C I A T E ’ S D E G R E E C U R R I C U L A◆ MATH 241 Calculus III 4◆ MATH 240 Introduction to Linear Algebra 3–4or MATH 246 Differential Equations◆ STAT 200 Introduction to Statistics 3◆ A mathematics-related course chosen from the following: 3Any ACCT courseAny STAT courseAny BMGT finance courseCHEM 103 General Chemistry ICHEM 113 General Chemistry IICMIS 102 Introduction to Problem Solvingand Algorithm DesignCMIS 102A Fundamentals of Programming ICMIS 141/141A Introductory ProgrammingCMIS 160 Discrete Mathematics for ComputingCMIS 240/241 Data Structures and AbstractionCMIS 320 Relational DatabasesCMIS 330 Software Engineering Principles and TechniquesCMSC 150 Introduction to Discrete StructuresECON 201 Principles of MacroeconomicsECON 203 Principles of MicroeconomicsECON 205 Fundamentals of EconomicsECON 430 Money and BankingECON 440 International EconomicsPHYS 111 General Physics IIor a higher-level physics course◆ Another mathematics-related course 3Elective Courses (chosen from any courses to complete 60 s.h. for thedegree—mathematics-related coursework is recommended) 3Total credits for AA with mathematics specialization 6 0Wo m e n ’s Studies Curriculum CoursesSemester HoursFirst Courses (to be taken within the first 18 semester hours)Note: Placement tests are re q u i red for math and English composition courses.LIBS 150 Information Literacy and Research Methods 1ENGL 101/101X Introduction to Writing 3MATH 105Mathematics: Contemporary Topics andApplications 3or MATH 106 Finite Mathematicsor a higher-level math course◆ WMST 200 Introduction to Women’s Studies:Women and Society 3(required core curriculum course)Introductory Courses (to be taken within the first 30 semester hours)BIOL 101 Concepts of Biology 3and BIOL 102 Laboratory in Biology 1or other course(s) to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical scienceswith related laboratoryENGL 291 Expository and Research Writing 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writingHIST 141 Western Civilization I 3or HIST 142Western Civilization IIor other ARTH, ARTT, HIST, HUMN,MUSC, PHIL, THET, dance, literature, orforeign language course to fulfill the first generaleducation requirement in arts and humanitiesIFSM 201 Introduction to Computer-Based Systems 3(recommended computer course; required formost bachelor's degrees)◆ HUMN 120 America in Perspective 3or other women’s studies–related core coursechosen from any course applicable to the minorin women’s studiesGVPT 200 International Political Relations 3or other ANTH, BEHS, ECON, GEOG,GVPT, PSYC, SOCY, or eligible GERO orCCJS course to fulfill the first general educationrequirement in behavioral and social sciences◆ ENGL 250 Introduction to Literature by Women 3or other women’s studies–related core coursechosen from any course applicable to the minorin women’s studiesAdditional Required Courses (to be taken after first and introductory courses)SPCH 100 Foundations of Speech Communication 3or other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in communications/writing or speech◆ SOCY 243 Sociology of Marriage and Family 3or other women’s studies–related core coursechosen from any course applicable to the minorin women’s studiesNSCI 100 Introduction to Physical Science 3or ASTR 100Introduction to Astronomyor other course to fulfill the general educationrequirement in biological and physical sciencesANTH 102Introduction to Anthropology:Cultural Anthropology and Linguistics 3or other course to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in behavioral and socialsciences (discipline must differ from first)PHIL 140 Contemporary Moral Issues 3or other course to fulfill the second generaleducation requirement in arts and humanities(discipline must differ from first)◆ Women’s studies core course 3◆ Women’s studies core course 3Electives Courses (chosen from any courses to complete 60 s.h.for the degree) 7Total credits for AA with women’s studies specialization 6 094

Certificate ProgramsTo help nontraditional students meet their educational goals,UMUC offers a full range of certificate programs that respond toc u r rent trends in today’s demanding job market. Certificate programsoffer working adults a convenient, flexible way to earn cre d e n-tials for career advancement. Many programs are available online.The undergraduate certificate programs generally re q u i re 16 to21 semester hours of course credit (except for the certificate inParalegal Studies, which re q u i res 60 semester hours). All coursesfor the certificate programs carry college credit and may be appliedt ow a rd a degree.C U R R I C U L AIn addition to the certificates listed below, some certificates areavailable only to active-duty military personnel and certain otherswho conform to special stipulations.Accounting—IntroductoryAccounting—AdvancedBio-SecurityBusiness Project ManagementComputer ApplicationsComputer Graphics and DesignComputer NetworkingCorrectional AdministrationCustomer Service CommunicationsCustomer Service ManagementDatabase Design and ImplementationDatabase ManagementDesktop PublishingE-Commerce in Small BusinessE-Commerce ManagementEnvironmental and Occupational Health and Safety ManagementFinancial ManagementGerontologyHuman Resource ManagementInformation AssuranceInformation ManagementInternet TechnologiesLaboratory ManagementManagement FoundationsNegotiation and Conflict ManagementObject-Oriented Design and ProgrammingObject-Oriented Programming Using JavaParalegal StudiesProject Management for IT ProfessionalsPublic Fire-Protection Management and AdministrationSecurity ManagementSecurity OperationsSoftware EngineeringSystems Approach to Fire SafetyTechnology and ManagementTerrorism and Institutions: Prevention and ResponseUNIX System AdministrationVisual Basic ProgrammingWeb DesignWeb ProgrammingWomen in BusinessWorkplace CommunicationsWorkplace SpanishR E Q U I R E M E N T S• Students pursuing certificate programs must be admitted asUMUC students.• Students are responsible for notifying UMUC of their intentionto complete certificate work before completion of their lastcourse. (The application is available at https://my.umuc.edu.)• Students may pursue a degree and certificate simultaneously orpursue a degree after completing the certificate, but the applicationfor any certificate completed while in progress toward thebachelor’s degree must be submitted before award of the bachelor’sdegree.• Students may not use the same course toward completion ofmore than one certificate. In cases where the same course isrequired for two certificates, the student must replace thatcourse with an approved substitute for the second certificate.• No more than half of the total semester hours for any certificatemay be earned through credit by examination, prior-learningportfolio credit, internship/cooperative education credit, ortransfer credit from other schools.• Certificates consisting primarily of upper-level coursework mayassume prior study in that area. Students should check prerequisitesfor certificate courses. Prerequisites for certificate coursesmay be satisfied by coursework, credit by examination, or priorlearningportfolio credit, under current policies for such credit.• At least half of the total semester hours for any certificate mustbe earned through graded coursework.• Students must complete all required coursework for the certificatewith a minimum grade of C in all courses. Certificatecourses may not be taken pass/fail.The individual certificate coursework requirements specified inthe following section are applicable to students enrolling on orafter August 1, 2005. However, should certificate requirementschange, students must either complete these requirements withintwo years of the change or fulfill the new requirements.95

C E R T I F I C A T E P R O G R A M SC E R T I F I C A T E D E S C R I P T I O N SUnless otherwise specified or necessitated by prerequisites, coursesequences for each certificate suggest but do not require thatcourses be taken in a prescribed order.Accounting—IntroductoryThe introductory accounting certificate is designed to meet theneeds of nonaccounting personnel and managers who feel theyrequire knowledge of accounting to advance in their professions.It can also be used by individuals who are interested in pursuingnew careers in accounting and need to learn the major elements.Students without a background in economics, basic mathematics,and statistics are encouraged to take courses in those subjectsbefore starting the certificate program. With appropriate choiceof courses, this certificate may be completed while pursuing theBachelor of Science in accounting.Accounting—IntroductoryCertificate RequirementsFive required courses:Semester HoursACCT 220 Principles of Accounting I 3ACCT 221 Principles of Accounting II 3ACCT 321 Cost Accounting 3ACCT 323 Taxation of Individuals 3ACCT 328 Accounting Software 3One supporting elective chosen from the following: 3ACCT 326 Accounting Information SystemsACCT 411 Ethics and Professionalism in AccountingACCT 417 Taxation of Corporations and Other EntitiesACCT 422 Auditing Theory and PracticeACCT 425 International AccountingBMGT 340 Business FinanceBMGT 341 Finance for the Nonfinancial ManagerAccounting—AdvancedThe advanced accounting certificate is designed to meet the needsof accounting professionals who want to enhance their accountingskills. In addition to course prerequisites, students are encouragedto take courses in economics, basic mathematics, and statisticsbefore starting the certificate program. With appropriate choiceof courses, this certificate may be completed while pursuing theBachelor of Science in accounting.Accounting—AdvancedCertificate RequirementsFour required courses:Semester HoursACCT 310 Intermediate Accounting I 3ACCT 311 Intermediate Accounting II 3ACCT 417 Taxation of Corporations and Other Entities 3ACCT 422 Auditing Theory and Practice 3A supporting elective chosen from the following: 3ACCT 321 Cost AccountingACCT 323 Taxation of IndividualsACCT 326 Accounting Information SystemsACCT 328 Accounting SoftwareACCT 410 Accounting for Government and Not-for-ProfitOrganizationsACCT 411 Ethics and Professionalism in AccountingACCT 424 Advanced AccountingACCT 425 International AccountingACCT 426 Advanced Cost AccountingACCT 427 Advanced AuditingACCT 436 Internal AuditingBMGT 340 Business FinanceBMGT 341 Finance for the Nonfinancial ManagerA second supporting elective chosen from the above list 3Total credits for certificate in Accounting—Advanced 1 8Total credits for certificate in Accounting—Introductory 1 896

C E R T I F I C A T E P R O G R A M SBio-SecurityThe bio-security certificate provides a foundation in the basic scientificand managerial principles required to deal with infectiousoutbreaks and contamination in the context of terrorist acts. It isuseful for public health and safety administrators and officers, epidemiologists,emergency management personnel, and biologicalsurveillance and decontamination professionals in today’s society.Students acquire scientific knowledge of the structure, function,and infectious nature of microorganisms; the ability of microorganismsto be genetically manipulated; and the factors contributingto the re-emergence of once eradicated infectious agents.Students also gain an understanding of the institutional and emergencymanagement, investigative, and communication principlesassociated with effective preparation for and response to bioterrorismincidents. With appropriate choice of major and electivecourses, this certificate may be completed while pursuing theBachelor of Technical and Professional Studies in biotechnology.Bio-Security CertificateR e q u i r e m e n t sSemester HoursOne required course:BIOL 422 Epidemiology of Emerging Infections 3An environmental management course chosen from the following: 3ENMT 320ENMT 321ENMT 322Environmental and Occupational Healthand Safety ManagementEnvironmental HealthOccupational Health and SafetyA biology course chosen from the following: 1–4BIOL 230 General MicrobiologyBSCI 223 General MicrobiologyBIOL 398G Bacteria and VirusesA terrorism course chosen from the following: 3GVPT 399H CounterterrorismHIST 319A History of TerrorismAn institutional management course chosen from the following: 3BMGT 361 Health ManagementCCJS 320 Introduction to CriminalisticsCCJS 491 Institutional SecurityFSCN 403 Managerial Issues in Hazardous MaterialsA microbiology course chosen from the following: 3BIOL 320 Forensic BiologyBIOL 332 Microbiology and the PublicBIOL 334 Vaccines and SocietyBIOL 335 Vaccine DevelopmentBIOL 350 Molecular and Cellular Biologyo r B I O L 353 Microbial GeneticsBIOL 420 Epidemiology and Public HealthBIOL 434 General VirologyBIOL 437 Pathogenic MicrobiologyBIOL 438 ImmunologyA second microbiology course chosen from the above list,if necessary 3Total credits for certificate in Bio-Security 1 9Business ProjectManagementThe business project management certificate prepares students forsupervisory and midlevel management positions involving projectmanagement and team management. It enables project managers,project team members, and other employees assigned to projectteams within a private- or public-sector organization to upgradetheir skills with the theory and practical knowledge to advance toa higher level.Business Project ManagementCertificate RequirementsThree required courses:Semester HoursBMGT 484 Managing Teams in Organizations 3BMGT 487 Project Management I 3BMGT 488 Project Management II 3A supporting elective chosen from the following: 3ACCT 220 Principles of Accounting IACCT 221 Principles of Accounting IIACCT 301 Accounting for Nonaccounting ManagersBMGT 304 Managing E-Commerce in OrganizationsBMGT 317 Problem Solving for ManagersBMGT 339 Government and Business ContractingBMGT 340 Business FinanceBMGT 341 Finance for the Nonfinancial ManagerBMGT 346 Risk ManagementBMGT 366 Managing in the Public SectorCOMM 492 Grant and Proposal WritingHRMN 363 Negotiation StrategiesA second supporting elective chosen from the above list 3A third supporting elective chosen from the above list 3Total credits for certificate in Business Project Management 1 897

C E R T I F I C A T E P R O G R A M SComputer ApplicationsThe certificate in computer applications is designed for entrylevelstudents and nontechnical professionals who are seeking toacquire an array of microcomputer application skills, such as wordprocessing, spreadsheet development and maintenance, databasedevelopment and maintenance, and presentation. With appropriatechoice of major and elective courses, this certificate may becompleted while pursuing the Bachelor of Science in computerstudies.Computer ApplicationsCertificate RequirementsFour required courses:Semester HoursCMST 103 Introduction to Microcomputer Software 3IFSM 201 Introduction to Computer-Based Systems 3CMST 303 Advanced Features of MicrocomputerApplication Software 3CMST 340 Computer Applications in Management 3A supporting elective chosen from the following: 3IFSM 300 Information Systems in OrganizationsIFSM 302 Workplace ProductivityIFSM 303 Human Factors in Information SystemsIFSM 320 Office AutomationA second supporting elective chosen from the above list 3Computer Graphicsand DesignThe computer graphics and design certificate is for students whoseek to develop design and composition skills in a computer environment.Emphasis is on integrating effective design principleswith Internet applications and mixed media.Computer Graphics and DesignCertificate RequirementsFour required courses:Semester HoursARTT 250 Elements of Commercial Design 3ARTT 354 Elements of Computer Graphics 3ARTT 479 Advanced Computer Graphics 3CMST 386 Internet: An Advanced Guide 3A supporting elective chosen from the following: 3CMST 310CMST 311CMST 398JCMST 450COMM 493Desktop PublishingAdvanced Desktop PublishingProgramming with JavaScriptWeb Design Methodology and TechnologyGraphics/Text IntegrationA second supporting elective chosen from the above list 3Total credits for certificate in Computer Graphics and Design 1 8Total credits for certificate in Computer Applications 1 898

C E R T I F I C A T E P R O G R A M SComputer NetworkingThe computer networking certificate is appropriate for studentswho want to work as network administrators for a business, governmentagency, or nonprofit organization. The program provideshands-on training in state-of-the art computer technology. Withappropriate choice of courses, this certificate may be completedwhile pursuing the Bachelor of Science in computer informationtechnology.Computer NetworkingCertificate RequirementsFour required courses:Semester HoursCMIT 265 Networking Essentials 3CMIT 368 Windows Server 2003 3CMIT 376 Windows Network Infrastructure 3CMIT 377 Windows Directory Services Infrastructure 3A supporting elective chosen from the following: 3CMIT 320 Network SecurityCMIT 350 Interconnecting Cisco DevicesCMIT 480 Designing Security for a Windows NetworkCMIT 499W Wireless Network AdministrationA second supporting elective chosen from the above list 3Total credits for certificate in Computer Networking 1 8CorrectionalAdministrationThe certificate in correctional administration is designed to preparestudents to work in adult, juvenile, and community corrections.The program considers emerging legal and ethical issuesrelating to offenders and correctional staff and emerging bestpractices for maintaining constitutionally sound environments.With appropriate choice of major and elective courses, this certificatemay be completed while pursuing the Bachelor of Science incriminal justice.Correctional AdministrationCertificate RequirementsThree required courses:Semester HoursCCJS 105 Introduction to Criminology 3CCJS 497 Correctional Administration 3CCJS 431 Legal and Ethical Issues in Corrections 3A supporting elective chosen from the following: 3CCJS 350 Juvenile DelinquencyCCJS 432 Law of CorrectionsCCJS 433 Communicating in the Correctional CultureCCJS 461 Psychology of Criminal BehaviorCCJS 486A Internship in Criminal Justice Through Co-opA second supporting elective chosen from the above list 3A third supporting elective chosen from the above list 3Total credits for certificate in Correctional Administration 1 899

C E R T I F I C A T E P R O G R A M SCustomer ServiceCommunicationsThe certificate in customer service communications combinescourses in communications and customer service with technologicalskills to pre p a re students for careers with management potential insuch technology-related customer service areas as marketing, testing,planning, training, and customer assistance. Emphasis is on applyingcontinuous improvement principles to communication betwe e nthe customer and the organization and on honing the ability tocommunicate technical information to nontechnical audiences.Note: Courses assume some basic knowledge of computers andbusiness. Students without previous computer experience shouldfirst take CMST 103 Introduction to Microcomputer Softwareor IFSM 201 Introduction to Computer-Based Systems. Studentswith no work experience should take BMGT 110 Introductionto Business and Management.Customer Service CommunicationsCertificate RequirementsSix required courses:Semester HoursCMST 385 Internet: A Practical Guide 3COMM 393/393X Technical Writing 3IFSM 300 Human Factors in Information Systems 3MRKT 395 Customer Service Management 3MRKT 396 Customer Consultation and Needs Analysis 3SPCH 397 Organizational Presentations 3Total credits for certificate in Customer Service Communications 1 8Customer ServiceManagementThe customer service management certificate prepares studentsfor supervisory and midlevel management positions in customerservice and customer relations. It provides both e-commerce andteam-management skills. The program allows customer service/customer relations employees working in public- and privatesectororganizations to upgrade their knowledge and skills in relationto key organizational, management, and customer issues.Customer Service ManagementCertificate RequirementsSix required courses:Semester HoursBMGT 484 Managing Teams in Organizations 3BMGT 487 Project Management I 3BMGT 488 Project Management II 3COMM 495 Seminar in Workplace Communication 3MRKT 395 Customer Service Management 3MRKT 396 Customer Consultation and Needs Analysis 3A supporting elective chosen from the following: 1BMGT 317 Problem Solving for ManagersHRMN 363 Negotiation StrategiesHRMN 365 Conflict Management in OrganizationsMRKT 310 Marketing Principles and OrganizationMRKT 318 Exploring Internet MarketingMRKT 457 Using Web-Enhanced Marketing TechniquesPSYC 308A Creative Problem SolvingTotal credits for certificate in Customer Service Management 1 9100

C E R T I F I C A T E P R O G R A M SDatabase Design andImplementationThe certificate in database design and implementation is appropriatefor technical professionals who want to work as advancedusers or database designers or administrators. Students are taughtStructured Query Language (SQL) and learn about issues in databasedesign and implementation. With appropriate choice ofmajor and elective courses, this certificate may be completedwhile pursuing the Bachelor of Science in computer studies orin computer and information science.Database Design and ImplementationCertificate RequirementsFour required courses:Semester HoursCMIS 160 Discrete Mathematics for Computing 3CMIS 320 Relational Databases 3CMIS 420 Advanced Relational Databases 3CMIS 498B Web Database Development 3A supporting elective chosen from the following: 3CMIS 355 Database FormsCMIS 375 Programming in PerlCMST 385 Internet: A Practical GuideA second supporting elective chosen from the above list 3Total credits for certificate in Database Design and Implementation 1 8Database ManagementThe database management certificate offers an introduction tothe design and management of database systems in a businessenvironment. In-depth practice in the use of Structured QueryLanguage (SQL) is provided in the context of business-relatedcase studies. The program covers advanced database concepts,including database administration, database technology, and selectionand acquisition of database management systems. Supportingelective courses include database mining and the systems analysisrequired to begin developing the information technology (IT)infrastructure in a business environment. With appropriate choiceof courses, this certificate may be completed while pursuing theBachelor of Science in computer studies.Database ManagementCertificate RequirementsSemester HoursAn introductory computing course chosen from the following: 3CMIS 102 Introduction to Problem Solving andAlgorithm DesignCMIS 102A Fundamentals of Programming ICMST 306 Introduction to Visual Basic .NET Programmingor previous workplace experience with C, C++,Visual Basic, Ada, COBOL, or another high-levellanguage plus an additional supporting elective fromthe list belowThree required courses:IFSM 410 Database Concepts 3IFSM 411 SQL 3IFSM 420 Advanced Database Concepts 3A supporting elective chosen from the following list: 3CMIS 498B Web Database DevelopmentCMIT 361 Developing PL/SQL ApplicationsIFSM 304 Ethics in the Information AgeIFSM 461 Systems Analysis and DesignA second supporting elective chosen from the above list 3Total credits for certificate in Database Management 1 8101

C E R T I F I C A T E P R O G R A M SDesktop PublishingThe desktop publishing certificate is designed for entry-level personnelwhose goal is to become proficient using popular softwareprograms in desktop publishing. It includes study of both desktoppublishing techniques and design elements.Desktop PublishingCertificate RequirementsFour required courses:Semester HoursCMST 310 Desktop Publishing 3ARTT 354 Elements of Computer Graphics 3COMM 493 Graphics/Text Integration 3CMST 311 Advanced Desktop Publishing 3A supporting elective chosen from the following: 3CMST 103 Introduction to Microcomputer SoftwareIFSM 201 Introduction to Computer-Based SystemsCOMM 491 Technical EditingENGL 278F Introduction to Principles of Text EditingA second supporting elective chosen from the above list 3Total credits for certificate in Desktop Publishing 1 8E-Commerce inSmall BusinessThe e-commerce in small business certificate pre p a res entre p re n e u r sand managers of small businesses to utilize e-commerce for entrepreneurial ve n t u res. It helps them consider the implementationissues associated with strategy, planning, organizational stru c t u re ,s u p p o rt i ve organizational culture, operations, hard w a re and softwa re, control systems, customer service infrastru c t u re, and administr a t i ve support systems. It enables entre p reneurs, small-businessowners, non-IT managers, and others in small business to upgradetheir skills with the theory and practical knowledge necessary fororganizing an e-commerce effort within a small business.E-Commerce in Small BusinessCertificate RequirementsSeven required courses:Semester HoursBMGT 304 Managing E-Commerce in Organizations 3BMGT 330 Entrepreneurship and New Venture Planning 3BMGT 339 Government and Business Contracting 3IFSM 300 Information Systems in Organizations 3MRKT 310 Marketing Principles and Organization 3MRKT 318 Exploring Internet Marketing 1MRKT 395 Customer Service Management 3Total credits for certificate in E-Commerce in Small Business 1 9102

C E R T I F I C A T E P R O G R A M SE-Commerce ManagementThe e-commerce management certificate prepares managers todevelop strategy, planning, organizational structure, supportiveorganizational culture, control systems, customer service infrastructure,and management of task teams for implementation ofe-commerce. It enables non-IT managers, project team members,and other employees assigned to work on e-commerce projects toupgrade their skills with the theory and practical knowledge necessaryfor organizing the e-commerce effort within the firm. Withappropriate choice of major and elective courses, this certificatemay be completed while pursuing the Bachelor of Science inmanagement studies.E-Commerce ManagementCertificate RequirementsFour required courses:Semester HoursIFSM 300 Information Systems in Organizations 3BMGT 304 Managing E-Commerce in Organizations 3BMGT 491 Exploring the Future 3MRKT 395 Customer Service Management 3A supporting elective chosen from the following: 3BMGT 411BMGT 412BMGT 487BMGT 488MRKT 318Business PerformanceBusiness Evaluation and ReengineeringProject Management IProject Management IIExploring Internet MarketingA second supporting elective chosen from the above list 1Total credits for certificate in E-Commerce Management 1 6Environmental andOccupational Healthand Safety ManagementThe certificate in environmental and occupational health andsafety management provides environmental and business personnelthe education they need to manage health and safety issueseffectively. Students learn to recognize and appreciate the characteristicsof hazardous materials; address the health and safetyissues in a cost-effective way; understand and apply federal, state,and local health and safety regulations; and communicate risk andbe prepared for emergencies. With appropriate choice of courses,this certificate may be completed while pursuing the Bachelor ofScience in environmental management.Environmental and OccupationalHealth and Safety ManagementCertificate RequirementsFour required courses:Semester HoursENMT 303 Environmental Regulations and Policy 3ENMT 305 Hazardous Materials Toxicology 3ENMT 310Emergency Planning and OperationsManagement 3ENMT 340 Environmental Technology 3An environmental health course chosen from the following: 3ENMT 320ENMT 321Environmental and Occupational Healthand Safety ManagementEnvironmental HealthAn environmental safety course chosen from the following: 3ENMT 390ENMT 322Environmental Risk AssessmentOccupational Health and SafetyTotal credits for certificate in Environmental andOccupational Health and Safety Management 18103

C E R T I F I C A T E P R O G R A M SFinancial ManagementThe financial management certificate is designed to meet theneeds of new financial managers, other managers who feel theyrequire greater knowledge of finance to advance in their professions,individuals interested in pursuing new careers in financialmanagement, and financial management professionals who wantto upgrade their skills. With appropriate choice of courses, thiscertificate may be completed while pursuing the Bachelor ofScience in finance.Financial ManagementCertificate RequirementsSemester HoursA finance course chosen from the following: 3BMGT 340BMGT 341Four required courses:Business FinanceFinance for the Nonfinancial ManagerBMGT 343 Investments 3BMGT 346 Risk Management 3BMGT 440 Financial Management 3BMGT 446 International Finance 3A supporting elective chosen from the following: 3ACCT 301 Accounting for Nonaccounting ManagersBMGT 342 Fundamentals of Building WealthBMGT 345 Property and Liability InsuranceBMGT 347 Life InsuranceBMGT 443 Security Analysis and ValuationBMGT 444 Futures Contracts and OptionsBMGT 445 Commercial Bank ManagementBMGT 498Q Financial AnalysisTotal credits for certificate in Financial Management 1 8GerontologyThe gerontology certificate is designed for students who seek theknowledge and skills necessary to effectively work with olderadults in a variety of roles. The certificate integrates gerontologicalknowledge and skills from the fields of health/biology, sociology,psychology, and policy/services and provides the opportunity toapply these skills to work with older adults. The certificateincludes two options: one that helps students seeking a bachelor’sdegree in another area to integrate gerontology knowledge withknowledge in their major area of academic study and one that isvocationally oriented for students not seeking a higher educationdegree. Through a practicum or Co-op experience, students workwith professionals to apply knowledge acquired through courseworkto practical experience with aging individuals or aging issuesin different settings that address the needs of older adults (e.g.,assisted living centers, retirement communities, nursing homes,hospitals, senior centers, companies producing products and servicesfor seniors, or area agencies on aging).GerontologyCertificate RequirementsTwo required courses:Semester HoursGERO 100 Introduction to Gerontology 3GERO 331 Sociology of Aging 3A psychology course chosen from the following: 3GERO 220 Psychological Aspects of AgingPSYC 357 Psychology of Adulthood and AgingA biology course chosen from the following: 3BIOL 307 The Biology of AgingGERO 302 Health and AgingA practicum experience chosen from the following: 6GERO 486A Internship in Gerontology Through Co-op(taken twice)GERO 486B Internship in Gerontology Through Co-opA course specific to the student’s academic goals chosen fromthe following: 3GERO 443 Making Gerontology Relevantto Other Disciplines(for students pursuing a bachelor’s degree inan area other than gerontology)GERO 306 Programs, Services, and Policies(for students not pursuing a degree)Total credits for certificate in Gerontology 2 1104

C E R T I F I C A T E P R O G R A M SHuman ResourceManagementThe human re s o u rce management certificate pre p a res students fors u p e rv i s o ry and midlevel management positions in human re s o u rc emanagement and enables employees in public- and priva t e - s e c t o rorganizations to upgrade their skills with the theory and practicalk n owledge necessary to advance to a higher level. The cert i f i c a t ep re p a res the student for the Professional in Human Re s o u rc e s( PHR) and Senior Professional in Human Re s o u rces (SPHR) cert i-fication examinations. With appropriate choice of major and electi ve courses, this certificate may be completed while pursuing theBachelor of Science in human re s o u rce management.Human Resource ManagementCertificate RequirementsThree required courses:Semester HoursBMGT 364 Management and Organization Theory 3HRMN 300 Human Resource Management 3HRMN 400Human Resource Management: Analysisand Problems 3A labor management course chosen from the following: 3HRMN 362HRMN 365Labor RelationsConflict Management in OrganizationsA supporting elective chosen from the following: 3BMGT 391BMGT 464BMGT 465BMGT 484HRMN 367HRMN 390HRMN 406HRMN 463HRMN 490HRMN 494Motivation, Performance, and ProductivityOrganizational BehaviorOrganization Development and ChangeManaging Teams in OrganizationsOrganizational CultureContemporary Compensation ManagementEmployee Training and DevelopmentPublic-Sector Labor RelationsInternational Human Resource ManagementStrategic Human Resource ManagementInformation AssuranceThe information assurance certificate supports those who wish toa c q u i re or improve information security knowledge in response tothe national imperative for maintaining the security of the technologyand information infrastru c t u re of government and industry.Students gain specific skills and are instructed in areas of policyformation, needs assessment, security applications, and disasterp re vention and re c ove ry. Laboratories employing both state-of-theart and industry - s t a n d a rd tools are used. With appropriate choiceof major and elective courses, this certificate may be completedwhile pursuing the Bachelor of Science in information systemsm a n a g e m e n t .Information AssuranceCertificate RequirementsTwo required courses:Semester HoursIFSM 430 Information Systems and Security 3IFSM 450 Telecommunication Systems in Management 3A supporting elective chosen from the following: 3IFSM 431 Policy Planning for Security ArchitectsIFSM 432 Disaster Recovery PlanningIFSM 433 Information Security Needs Assessment andPlanningIFSM 435 Information Security and E-CommerceIFSM 454 Information System Security MechanismsIFSM 457 CyberterrorismIFSM 459 Security Issues and Emerging TechnologiesA second supporting elective chosen from the above list 3A third supporting elective chosen from the above list 3A fourth supporting elective chosen from the above list 3Total credits for certificate in Information Assurance 1 8A second supporting elective chosen from the above list 3Total credits for certificate in Human Resource Management 1 8105

C E R T I F I C A T E P R O G R A M SInformation ManagementThe information management certificate offers an overview ofinformation systems, their role in organizations, and the relationof information systems to the objectives and structure of anorganization. An introduction to the design and management ofdatabase systems in a business environment is provided. A studyof the methods used in analyzing information needs and specifyingapplication system requirements is complemented with astudy of the concepts and techniques used in specifying the physicaldesign of the targeted system. With appropriate choice ofcourses, this certificate may be completed while pursuing theBachelor of Science in information systems management.Information ManagementCertificate RequirementsSemester HoursAn introductory computing course chosen from the following: 3CMIS 102 Introduction to Problem Solving andAlgorithm DesignCMIS 102A Fundamentals of Programming ICMST 306 Introduction to Visual Basic .NET Programmingor previous workplace experience with C, C++,Visual Basic, Ada, COBOL, or another high-levellanguage plus an additional supporting elective fromthe lists belowThree required courses:IFSM 300 Information Systems in Organizations 3IFSM 410 Database Concepts 3IFSM 461 Systems Analysis and Design 3A 300-level supporting elective course chosen from the following: 3IFSM 302 Workplace ProductivityIFSM 303 Human Factors in Information SystemsIFSM 304 Ethics in the Information AgeIFSM 390 Multimedia Design and Evaluation forInformation Systems ManagersInternet TechnologiesThe Internet technologies certificate is designed to provide anintroduction to Internet applications and their design and development.Hands-on experience is provided in Web site managementand design, with an emphasis on subject-related projects.Internet TechnologiesCertificate RequirementsFour required courses:Semester HoursCMST 385 Internet: A Practical Guide 3CMST 386 Internet: An Advanced Guide 3CMST 430 Web Site Management 3CMST 450 Web Design Methodology and Technology 3A supporting elective chosen from the following: 3CMIS 240/241 Data Structures and AbstractionCMIS 340 Programming in JavaCMIS 345 Object-Oriented Design and ProgrammingCMIS 375 Programming in PerlCMSC 480 Advanced Programming in JavaCMST 398J Programming with JavaScriptCMST 498F Web Application Development UsingColdFusionIFSM 390 Multimedia Design and Evaluation forInformation Systems ManagersIFSM 446 Java-Based Information Systems ApplicationsIFSM 455 IT Infrastructure of E-CommerceA second supporting elective chosen from the above list 3Total credits for certificate in Internet Te c h n o l o g i e s 1 8A 400-level supporting elective course chosen from the following: 3IFSM 411 SQLIFSM 430 Information Systems and SecurityIFSM 438 Project ManagementIFSM 455 IT Infrastructure of E-CommerceTotal credits for certificate in Information Management 1 8106

C E R T I F I C A T E P R O G R A M SLaboratory ManagementThe laboratory management certificate helps prepare scienceprofessionals for roles as managers in research and developmentlaboratories in the basic sciences. It focuses on management andcommunication skills appropriate for the lab setting.Laboratory ManagementCertificate RequirementsFive required courses:Semester HoursNSCI 301 Laboratory Organization and Management 3COMM 393/393X Technical Writing 3IFSM 300 Information Systems in Organizations 3BMGT 487 Project Management I 3BMGT 488 Project Management II 3A supporting elective chosen from the following: 1BEHS 398L Introduction to MediationBMGT 305 Knowledge ManagementHRMN 363 Negotiation StrategiesPSYC 308A Creative Problem SolvingPSYC 308E Cultivating Executive SkillsPSYC 308H Psychology of Motivating People at WorkPSYC 308P Multicultural Training in OrganizationsPSYC 309K Managing Interpersonal Stress and ConflictSPCH 426 Negotiation and Conflict ManagementSPCH 482 Intercultural CommunicationTotal credits for certificate in Laboratory Management 1 6Management FoundationsThe management foundations certificate prepares students forsupervisory and midlevel management positions and enablesemployees in public- and private-sector organizations to upgradetheir skills with the theory and practical knowledge necessary toadvance to a higher level. With appropriate choice of courses, thiscertificate may be completed while pursuing the Bachelor ofScience in business administration.Management FoundationsCertificate RequirementsFour required courses:Semester HoursIFSM 300 Information Systems in Organizations 3BMGT 364 Management and Organization Theory 3MRKT 310 Marketing Principles and Organization 3HRMN 300 Human Resource Management 3A finance course chosen from the following: 3BMGT 340BMGT 341Business FinanceFinance for the Nonfinancial ManagerA supporting elective chosen from the following: 3BMGT 365BMGT 380BMGT 383BMGT 464BMGT 496Leadership and ChangeBusiness Law IPlanning and Control of ServicesOrganizational BehaviorBusiness EthicsTotal credits for certificate in Management Foundations 1 8107

C E R T I F I C A T E P R O G R A M SNegotiation andConflict ManagementThe interd i s c i p l i n a ry certificate in negotiation and conflict managementis designed for middle managers, customer service personnel,union stew a rds, work team re p re s e n t a t i ves, contract managers, negotiators,and others whose jobs invo l ve resolving differences betwe e nindividuals and groups. They may assist in resolving differences inw o rk teams, handle employee disputes, facilitate community discussionswhere broad differences are likely, assist in negotiating labord i f f e rences and contracts, or mediate disputes as an alternative tocostly legal confrontations. The goal is to provide students with anunderstanding of group dynamics, problem solving, team building,and communication strategies that can lead to the effective re s o l u-tion of conflicts. With appropriate choice of major and electivecourses, this certificate may be completed while pursuing theBachelor of Arts in communication studies.Negotiation and Conflict ManagementCertificate RequirementsFive required courses:Semester HoursPSYC 345 Group Dynamics 3SPCH 420 Group Discussion and Decision Making 3SPCH 426 Negotiation and Conflict Management 3SPCH 470 Listening 3LGST 327 Alternative Dispute Resolution 3A supporting elective chosen from the following: 3BMGT 317 Problem Solving for ManagersBMGT 484 Managing Teams in OrganizationsHRMN 362 Labor RelationsSPCH 472 Theories of Nonverbal CommunicationSPCH 482 Intercultural CommunicationObject-Oriented Designand ProgrammingThe certificate in object-oriented design and programming isappropriate for technical professionals who will be working asprogrammer/analysts or application developers. Students aretaught introductory and advanced features of object-oriented languages,as well as program design concepts. Students should checkcourse descriptions to ensure that they have taken all prerequisitesfor each course. With appropriate choice of major and electivecourses, this certificate may be completed while pursuing theBachelor of Science in computer and information science.Object-Oriented Design and ProgrammingCertificate RequirementsThree required courses:Semester HoursCMIS 141 Introductory Programming 3CMIS 240/241 Data Structures and Abstraction 3CMIS 345 Object-Oriented Design and Programming 3A supporting elective chosen from the following: 3CMIS 330 Software Engineering Principles and TechniquesCMIS 340 Programming in JavaCMIS 440 Advanced Programming in JavaCMIS 455 Requirements DevelopmentCMIS 460 Software Design and DevelopmentCMIS 465 Software Verification and ValidationA second supporting elective chosen from the above list 3A third supporting elective chosen from the above list 3Total credits for certificate in Object-OrientedDesign and Programming 18Total credits for certificate in Negotiation and Conflict Management 1 8108

C E R T I F I C A T E P R O G R A M SObject-OrientedProgramming Using JavaThe certificate in object-oriented programming using Java isdesigned for technically oriented professionals who need a deepunderstanding of how to develop and write programs in the Javaprogramming language. With appropriate choice of courses, thiscertificate may be completed while pursuing the Bachelor ofScience in computer science.Object-Oriented Programming Using JavaCertificate RequirementsSix required courses:Semester HoursCMSC 150 Introduction to Discrete Structures 3CMSC 130 Computer Science I 3CMSC 230 Computer Science II 3CMSC 335 Object-Oriented and Concurrent Programming 3CMSC 420 Advanced Data Structures and Analysis 3CMSC 480 Advanced Programming in Java 3Total credits for certificate in Object-OrientedProgramming Using Java 1 8Paralegal StudiesThe paralegal studies certificate focuses on the legal concepts,procedures, and skills used in a wide variety of legal environments.The program addresses the organization, functions, andprocesses of institutions in the U.S. legal system, roles and issuesin the paralegal field, legal ethics, and selected specialty areas.The curriculum emphasizes important skills, including legalanalysis, communication, legal research, computer competence,legal drafting, investigation, organization, and specialized legalskills. With appropriate choice of courses, this certificate may becompleted while pursuing the Bachelor of Science in legal studies.No more than 12 semester hours in certificate courses may beearned through transfer or prior-learning credit.Paralegal StudiesCertificate RequirementsSemester HoursGeneral education and other college coursework 36This re q u i rement may be fulfilled through transfer credit, and up to 30 semesterhours may be earned through credit by examination or prior-learning portfoliocredit. Total must include 18 semester hours in general education courses(described on p. 19) covering at least three different disciplines and ENGL101/101X (unless the student already has earned an associate’s or bachelor’sd e g ree before taking the first legal studies course).Four required legal studies courses:LGST 101 Introduction to Law 3LGST 200 Techniques of Legal Research 3LGST 201 Legal Writing 3LGST 204 Legal Ethics 3A procedure and legal skills elective chosen from the following: 3LGST 320 Criminal Law and ProceduresLGST 322 EvidenceLGST 325 LitigationLGST 327 Alternative Dispute ResolutionLGST 330 Administrative LawLGST 360 Computer Applications in the Legal EnvironmentLGST 363A Computer-Assisted Litigation SupportLGST 370 Advanced Legal AnalysisLGST 398P Administrative AdvocacyLGST 400 Advanced Legal ResearchLGST 401 Advanced Legal WritingLGST 425 Advanced Civil LitigationLGST 486A Legal Studies Internship Through Co-opLGST 486B Legal Studies Internship Through Co-opA substantive law elective chosen from the following: 3LGST 312 TortsLGST 315 Domestic RelationsLGST 316 Estates and ProbateLGST 335 Elder LawLGST 340 Contract LawLGST 343 Real Estate TransactionsLGST 411 Consumer Protection LawLGST 415 Intellectual PropertyLGST 420 Immigration LawLGST 431 Government Information PracticesLGST 432 Environmental LawLGST 434 Government ContractsLGST 442 Business OrganizationsLGST 445 Employment LawLGST 450 Bankruptcy LawA supporting elective chosen from either list 3A second supporting elective chosen from either list 3Total credits for certificate in Paralegal Studies 6 0109

C E R T I F I C A T E P R O G R A M SProject Managementfor IT ProfessionalsThe certificate in project management for IT professionals offersan overview of information systems, their role in organizations,and the relationship of information systems to the objectives andstructure of an organization. The planning, scheduling, and controllingof a system project during its life cycle is explored. A surveyof techniques for improving the productivity of workplacepractices and procedures is included. With appropriate choice ofcourses, this certificate may be completed while pursuing theBachelor of Science in information systems management.Project Management for IT ProfessionalsCertificate RequirementsFour required courses:Semester HoursIFSM 201 Introduction to Computer-Based Systems 3IFSM 300 Information Systems in Organizations 3IFSM 438 Project Management 3IFSM 461 Systems Analysis and Design 3A supporting elective chosen from the following: 3IFSM 302 Workplace ProductivityIFSM 303 Human Factors in Information SystemsIFSM 304 Ethics in the Information AgeIFSM 390 Multimedia Design and Evaluation forInformationSystems ManagersIFSM 430 Information Systems and SecurityIFSM 455 IT Infrastructure of E-CommerceA second supporting elective chosen from the above list 3Total credits for certificate in Project Managementfor IT Professionals 18Public Fire-ProtectionManagement andAdministrationThe public fire-protection management and administration certificateprepares students for supervisory and midlevel positions inpublic fire service management. It also enables employees in publicfire-protection organizations to enhance their skills with theadministrative, management, planning, and legal knowledge necessaryto advance to a higher level. With appropriate choice ofcourses, this certificate may be completed while pursuing theBachelor of Science in fire science.Public Fire-Protection Management andAdministration Certificate RequirementsSix required courses:Semester HoursFSCN 302 Advanced Fire Administration 3FSCN 304 Fire-Personnel Management 3FSCN 305 Fire Prevention Organization and Management 3FSCN 401 Disaster and Fire Defense Planning 3FSCN 412 Political and Legal Foundations ofFire Protection 3FSCN 413 The Community and Fire Threat 3Total credits for certificate in Public Fire-ProtectionManagement and Administration 18Security ManagementThe security management certificate provides management trainingrelevant to modern security organizations. It focuses onadministrative, legal, and management issues related to security.Security ManagementCertificate RequirementsSemester HoursFive required courses:CCJS 357 Industrial and Retail Security Administration 3CCJS 430 Legal and Ethical Issues in SecurityManagement 3CCJS 445 Introduction to Security Management 3CCJS 463 Security: A Management Perspective 3CCJS 486B Internship in Criminal Justice Through Co-op 6Total credits for certificate in Security Management 1 8110

C E R T I F I C A T E P R O G R A M SSecurity OperationsThe security operations certificate provides training in currentpractice in commercial and government security. Focus is onrecognition of security threats and protection of assets.Security OperationsCertificate RequirementsFive required courses:Semester HoursCCJS 496 Computer Crime and Security 3CCJS 491 Institutional Security 3CCJS 462 Protection of Business Assets 3GVPT 399H Counterterrorism 3CCJS 486B Internship in Criminal Justice Through Co-op 6Total credits for certificate in Security Operations 1 8Software EngineeringThe software engineering certificate is intended for professionalswho will be working in a team environment while developinglarge-scale software projects. Students learn about the methodsused in the systematic design, development, testing, and maintenanceof software products. They study models used to specifyrequirements, strategies used in software development, and methodsof testing and formal verification. (Two semesters of Java orC++ programming are prerequisites to the certificate coursework.)Systems Approachto Fire SafetyThe systems approach to fire safety certificate prepares studentsfor supervisory and midlevel management positions in fire safety.It also enables individuals in public- and private-sector fire safetyorganizations to upgrade their skills with the theory and practicalknowledge necessary to advance to a higher level. With appropriatechoice of major and elective courses, this certificate may becompleted while pursuing the Bachelor of Science in fire science.Systems Approach to Fire SafetyCertificate RequirementsSix required courses:Semester HoursFSCN 303 Analytic Approaches to Public Fire Protection 3FSCN 306 Incendiary-Fire Analysis and Investigation 3FSCN 402 Fire-Related Human Behavior 3FSCN 411 Fire-Protection Structure and Systems Design 3FSCN 414 Fire Dynamics 3FSCN 415 Application of Fire Research 3Total credits for certificate in Systems Approach to Fire Safety 1 8Software EngineeringCertificate RequirementsSemester HoursSix required courses:CMIS 330 Software Engineering Principles and Techniques 3CMIS 335 Software Safety 3CMIS 345 Object-Oriented Design and Programming 3CMIS 455 Requirements Development 3CMIS 460 Software Design and Development 3CMIS 465 Software Verification and Validation 3Total credits for certificate in Software Engineering 1 8111

C E R T I F I C A T E P R O G R A M STechnology andManagementThe technology and management certificate prepares students forsupervisory and midlevel management positions in technologyfields and enables employees in public- and private-sector organizationsto upgrade their skills with the theory and practicalknowledge necessary to advance to a higher level.Technology and ManagementCertificate RequirementsFour required courses:Semester HoursBMGT 317 Problem Solving for Managers 3BMGT 487 Project Management I 3BMGT 488 Project Management II 3CMST 385 Internet: A Practical Guide 3A supporting elective chosen from the following: 3CMST 340 Computer Applications in ManagementCMST 386 Internet: An Advanced GuideIFSM 390 Multimedia Design and Evaluation forInformationSystems ManagersIFSM 461 Systems Analysis and DesignIFSM 466 Object-Oriented Systems DevelopmentA second supporting elective chosen from the above list 3Total credits for certificate in Technology and Management 1 8Terrorism and Institutions:Prevention and ResponseThe certificate in terrorism and institutions explores how institutionsconfront terrorism and the aftermath of terrorist acts.Institutions examined include government agencies, private securityorganizations, schools, and commercial enterprises. The certificateaddresses emerging terrorist threats and the institutionalresponse to terrorist acts. It can benefit security individuals whoare in charge of protecting government facilities, private securityagency employees, police officers, detective agents, public healthand public safety administrators and officers, counterterrorismprofessionals, and the general public.Terrorism and Institutions:Prevention and ResponseCertificate RequirementsThree required courses:Semester HoursCCJS 491 Institutional Security 3GVPT 401A International Political Terrorism 3GVPT 498X Terrorism, Antiterrorism, and Prevention Laws 3An institutional response elective chosen from the following: 3GVPT 240 Political IdeologiesGVPT 399H CounterterrorismGVPT 401B State TerrorismGVPT 401C Urban TerrorismHIST 319A History of TerrorismPSYC 386 Psychology of StressA specialized supporting elective chosen from the following: 3CCJS 462 Protection of Business AssetsCCJS 463 Security: A Management PerspectiveENMT 305 Hazardous Materials ToxicologyENMT 310 Emergency Planning and Operations ManagementFSCN 306 Incendiary-Fire Analysis and InvestigationFSCN 401 Disaster and Fire Defense PlanningCCJS 496 Computer Crime and SecurityCMIS 335 Software SafetyIFSM 432 Disaster Recovery PlanningA second specialized supporting list chosen from the above list 3Total credits for certificate in Terrorism and Institutions:Prevention and Response 1 8112

C E R T I F I C A T E P R O G R A M SUNIX SystemAdministrationThe UNIX system administration certificate is designed to providean understanding of the UNIX operating system, its maintenanceand security, and related theory and implementation issues.Visual Basic ProgrammingThe Visual Basic programming certificate is designed for studentsseeking entry-level programming positions. Hands-on experienceusing Visual Basic software is provided. With appropriate choiceof major and elective courses, this certificate may be completedwhile pursuing the Bachelor of Science in computer studies.UNIX System AdministrationCertificate RequirementsSemester HoursVisual Basic ProgrammingCertificate RequirementsSemester HoursSix required courses:CMIS 141 Introductory Programming 3CMIS 325 UNIX with Shell Programming 3CMIS 375 Programming in Perl 3CMIS 415 Advanced UNIX and C 3CMIT 391 UNIX System Administration 3CMIT 491 Advanced UNIX System Administration 3Total credits for certificate in UNIX System Administration 1 8Three required courses:CMIS 102 Introduction to Problem Solving andAlgorithm Design 3CMST 306 Introduction to Visual Basic .NETProgramming 3CMST 416 Advanced Visual Basic .NET Programming 3A computer systems course chosen from the following: 3CMIS 310 Computer Systems and ArchitectureIFSM 310 Software and Hardware ConceptsA supporting elective chosen from the following: 3CMIS 240/241 Data Structures and AbstractionCMIS 340 Programming in JavaCMIS 345 Object-Oriented Design and ProgrammingCMSC 480 Advanced Programming in JavaCMST 385 Internet: A Practical GuideCMST 386 Internet: An Advanced GuideIFSM 410 Database ConceptsIFSM 420 Advanced Database ConceptsIFSM 455 IT Infrastructure of E-CommerceA second supporting elective chosen from the above list 3Total credits for certificate in Visual Basic Programming 1 8113

C E R T I F I C A T E P R O G R A M SWeb DesignThe Web design certificate prepares students to use Internet applicationsand design principles to produce effective Web pages. Theprogram is appropriate for nontechnical employees who wish toadvance within their organizations and who want to learn howto establish, develop, and maintain a Web site.Web DesignCertificate RequirementsFive required courses:Semester HoursCMST 385 Internet: A Practical Guide 3ARTT 250 Elements of Commercial Design 3CMST 386 Internet: An Advanced Guide 3ARTT 354 Elements of Computer Graphics 3CMST 450 Web Design Methodology and Technology 3A supporting elective chosen from the following: 3ARTT 479 Advanced Computer GraphicsCMIS 375 Programming in PerlIFSM 390 Multimedia Design and Evaluation forInformationSystems ManagersIFSM 446 Java-Based Information Systems ApplicationsCMST 480 Advanced Programming in JavaCMST 398J Programming with JavaScriptCMST 498F Web Application DevelopmentUsing ColdFusionA second supporting elective chosen from the above list 3Total credits for certificate in Web Design 2 1Web ProgrammingThe Web programming certificate is designed for technical professionalswho want to learn some of the important tools usedin Web programming. Students are taught introductory andadvanced features of Perl and Common Gateway Interface (CGI)programming, as well as skills in databases, UNIX, and JavaScriptor Web site management and design. Students should check thecourse descriptions to ensure that they have taken all prerequisitesfor each course.Web ProgrammingCertificate RequirementsThree required courses:Semester HoursCMIS 141 Introductory Programming 3CMIS 375 Programming in Perl 3CMIS 475 Advanced Programming in Perl 3A supporting elective chosen from the following: 3CMIS 320 Relational DatabasesCMIS 325 UNIX with Shell ProgrammingCMST 385 Internet: A Practical GuideCMST 386 Internet: An Advanced GuideCMST 430 Web Site ManagementCMST 450 Web Design Methodology and TechnologyIFSM 455 IT Infrastructure of E-CommerceA second supporting elective chosen from the above list 3A third supporting elective chosen from the above list 3Total credits for certificate in Web Programming 1 8114

C E R T I F I C A T E P R O G R A M SWomen in BusinessWorkplace CommunicationsCertificate RequirementsSemester HoursThe women in business certificate prepares students (female andmale) for supervisory midlevel and senior management positionsin a variety of organizational settings. The certificate focuses onbusiness and management issues related to gender in organizations.Students with less than two years of business experienceare encouraged to take BMGT 110 Introduction to Business andManagement in addition to the courses listed below.Women in BusinessCertificate RequirementsFour required courses:Semester HoursBMGT 364 Management and Organization Theory 3BMGT 312 Women in Business 3BMGT 313 Women as Entrepreneurs 3BMGT 314 Women as Leaders 3A supporting elective chosen from the following: 3BMGT 330 Entrepreneurship and New Venture PlanningBMGT 365 Leadership and ChangeBMGT 464 Organizational BehaviorBMGT 484 Managing Teams in OrganizationsHRMN 367 Organizational CultureHRMN 406 Employee Training and DevelopmentHRMN 494 Strategic Human Resource ManagementPSYC 308J Women Across CulturesSPCH 324 Communication and GenderA second supporting elective chosen from the above list 3Total credits for certificate in Women in Business 1 8WorkplaceCommunicationsThe workplace communications certificate is designed to pre p a restudents in the basics of communication vehicles and modes inthe modern workplace. It introduces them to the vo c a b u l a ry ofthe field and to the tools and techniques used to create work p l a c edocuments. With appropriate choice of major and elective courses,this certificate may be completed while pursuing the Bachelor ofA rts in communication studies.Four required courses:ENGL 101/101X Introduction to Writing 3IFSM 201 Introduction to Computer-Based Systems 3CMST 310 Desktop Publishing 3COMM 495 Seminar in Workplace Communication 3A writing course chosen from the following: 3COMM 393/393X Technical WritingCOMM 394/394X Business WritingAn editing course chosen from the following: 3COMM 491 Technical EditingENGL 278F Introduction to Principles of Text EditingTotal credits for certificate in Workplace Communications 1 8Workplace SpanishThe workplace Spanish certificate combines language and professionalstudy to give students a language foundation that willprepare them to work and communicate in a Spanish-speakingenvironment.Workplace SpanishCertificate RequirementsOption I—Four required courses:Semester HoursSPAN 101 Elementary Spanish I 4SPAN 102 Elementary Spanish II 4SPAN 201 Intermediate Spanish 4SPAN 318 Commercial and Workplace Spanish 4Option II—Five required courses:SPAN 111 Elementary Spanish I 3SPAN 112 Elementary Spanish II 3SPAN 211 Intermediate Spanish 3SPAN 212 Intermediate Spanish II 3SPAN 318 Commercial and Workplace Spanish 4Total credits for certificate in Workplace Spanish 1 6115

Information on CoursesT H E U N I T O F C R E D I TThe unit of credit is the semester hour. One semester hour isawarded on the basis of either of two sets of criteria, as follows:• At least 15 hours (50 minutes each) of actual class meeting, orthe equivalent in guided learning activity (exclusive of registrationand study days, holidays, and final examinations);• At least 30 hours (50 minutes each) of supervised laboratory orstudio work (exclusive of registration and study days, holidays,and final examinations).P R E R E Q U I S I T E SPre requisites, normally stated in terms of numbered courses, re p resentthe level of knowledge a student should have acquired beforee n ro l ling in a given course. It is each student’s personal re s p o n s i b i l-ity to make certain he or she is academically pre p a red to take acourse. Faculty members are not expected to repeat material listedas being pre re q u i s i t e .Students may be barred from enrolling in courses for which they donot have the necessary pre requisites. Students who have not takenp re requisite courses recently should consult advisors or teachers andf o l l ow their recommendations. A teacher’s approval may be re q u i re d .Faculty members are always available to discuss whether a studenthas the preparation necessary to perform well in a given course.ENGL 101 In t roduction to Writing is pre requisite to any higherle vel course in English or communication studies. MATH 107College Algebra is pre requisite to any higher-level course in mathematics.(Fu rther guidance is in the section describing courses inm a t h e m a t i c s .)Students who have not successfully completed the equivalent of anintroductory collegiate course in writing (ENGL 101) at UMUCwill be tested for placement. Placement testing is also required forc e rtain courses in mathematics (p. 213). The current undergraduateSchedule of Classes gives times and locations of testing. More informationmay be obtained by calling 800-888-UMUC.Another way to fulfill pre requisites is to obtain credit by coursechallengeexamination (described on p. 14). Advisors can explainthe pro c e d u res. The goal is for students to earn college credit by successfullycompleting comprehensive tests of material normally coveredin a semester-long course. These examinations are specificallyp re p a red for the re q u i red level of knowledge in a given subject.Students may not take course-challenge examinations for lowe r -l e vel courses that are pre requisite to courses for which they havea l ready re c e i ved cre d i t .K E Y T O C O U R S E D E S C R I P T I O N SUndergraduate courses that have been (or may be) offered by UMUCa re listed on the following pages. They are arranged alphabetically byacademic department or discipline. The number of semester hours iss h own by an arabic numeral in parentheses—e.g., (3)—after the titleof the course.Course numbers are designated as follows:000–099 No n c redit and institutional credit courses (which do not countt ow a rd any degree or cert i f i c a t e )100–199 Primarily freshman courses200–299 Primarily sophomore courses300–399 Junior and senior courses unacceptable for credit tow a rd agraduate degre e400–499 Junior and senior courses acceptable for credit toward somegraduate degreesUMUC may offer courses listed in the catalogs of other institutionsof the Un i versity System of Ma ryland if demand warrants and theacademic department concerned approve s .Discipline Course Number Course Title Number of Semester HoursCHEM 103 General Chemistry I (4)( For students majoring or minoring in a science; not appropriate for nonscience studentsfulfilling general education re q u i rements. Fulfills the laboratory sciencere q u i re m e n t .) 1 Pre requisite: MATH 107 or MATH 115. 2 A study of the natureand composition of matter. Elements, inorganic compounds, and chemical calculationsare cove re d . 3 Students may re c e i ve credit for only one of the follow i n gcourses: CHEM 102, CHEM 103, CHEM 105, CHEM 107, or CHEM 121. 41 Explanatory material, if needed. May• Explain course sequence, purpose, or audience.• Identify courses fulfilling general education requirements (listed on p. 19).• Identify courses requiring a special fee, equipment, or materials.2 Prerequisites represent the level of knowledge a student should have acquiredbefore enrolling in this course. A prerequisite is usually stated as a specific numberedcourse; sometimes the prerequisite calls for a specific course “or equivalentexperience.” If students have not taken the specific prerequisite course listed orgained credit for that course by other means (such as course-challenge exams),they should consult an academic advisor or teacher to discuss whether they havethe preparation necessary to perform well in the given course and to receiveapproval to waive a prerequisite.3 The course description describes the focus and level of the course.4 Statements beginning “Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses” are designed to avoid course duplication and, therefore, loss of credit.The courses listed are courses that duplicate or significantly overlap the contentof this course. If a course in the list is not described elsewhere in the catalog, thatmeans that the course has changed designator or number over the years or thatthe course is not offered at all UMUC locations.116

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SI N D E X T O C O U R S E D E S C R I P T I O N SThe courses summarized in the following pages are listed alphabeticallyby discipline or subject, as follows. The discipline designatorsthat precede the course numbers are listed in parentheses.Students should check the course descriptions carefully to avo i dduplicating previous coursew o rk. UMUC will not award c redit forcourses that repeat material the student has already been cre d i t e dwith learning.Accounting (ACCT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .118African American Studies (AASP)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121Anthropology (ANTH) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .121Art (ARTT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .122Art History (ARTH)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .125Asian Studies (ASTD)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .126Astronomy (ASTR)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .127Behavioral and Social Sciences (BEHS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .128Biological Science (BSCI) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .130Biology (BIOL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .131Business and Management (BMGT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .136Career Planning (CAPL)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .145Chemistry (CHEM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .145Communication Studies (COMM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .146Computer and Information Science (CMIS) . . . . . . . . . . . . .150Computer Information Technology (CMIT) . . . . . . . . . . . . .154Computer Science (CMSC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .158Computer Studies (CMST) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .160Cooperative Education . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164Criminology/Criminal Justice (CCJS) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .164Economics (ECON) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .169Education: Counseling and Personnel Services (EDCP)* . . .171English (ENGL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .171Environmental Management (ENMT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .176Experiential Learning (EXCL) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .178Fire Science (FSCN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .178Geology (GEOL)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .180German (GERM)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .181Gerontology (GERO) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .181Government and Politics (GVPT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .187History (HIST) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .191Humanities (HUMN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .194Human Resource Management (HRMN) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .197Information Systems Management (IFSM) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .199Journalism (JOUR)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .204Legal Studies (LGST) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .205Library Skills (LIBS)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .209Marketing (MRKT) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .210Mathematics (MATH) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .213Music (MUSC)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .215Natural Science (NSCI) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .216Philosophy (PHIL)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .217Physics (PHYS)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .218Psychology (PSYC) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .219Sociology (SOCY) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .227Spanish (SPAN)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .230Speech Communication (SPCH) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .231Statistics and Probability (STAT)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .232Theatre (THET)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .234Women’s Studies (WMST)* . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .234* Only a limited number of courses are available each semester in this discipline.117

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SU N D E R G R A D U A T E C O U R S E SThe following entries describe courses offered through Universityof Maryland University College. Requirements pertain only todegrees conferred at UMUC. To use these courses toward degreeso f f e red by other institutions in the Un i versity System of Ma ry l a n d ,students should refer to the catalogs of those institutions for re s t r i c-tions that may apply. In transferring to UMUC—particularly fro ma community college—students should be careful not to enroll incourses that duplicate their previous studies.AccountingCourses in accounting (designated AC C T) may be applied as appropriate(according to individual program re q u i rements) tow a rd• a major in accounting, business administration, finance, globalbusiness and public policy, human resource management,management studies, or marketing;• a minor in accounting, business administration, customer serv i c emanagement, human re s o u rce management, management studies,marketing, or strategic and entre p reneurial management;• a certificate in Introductory Accounting, AdvancedAccounting, or a number of other business-related areas;• certain UMUC graduate degree programs, where recognizedas equivalent coursework (specific equivalencies are detailedin the UMUC graduate Catalog); and• electives.A description of the curriculum for the accounting major andminor begins on p. 25. Descriptions of other related curriculamay be found on the following pages: business administration(p. 33), business supply chain management (p. 35), customerservice management (p. 47), finance (p. 52), global business andpublic policy (p. 61), human resource management (p. 67), managementstudies (p. 75), marketing (p. 77), and strategic andentrepreneurial management (p. 86).ACCT 220 Principles of Accounting I (3)An introduction to the basic theory and techniques of contemporaryfinancial accounting. Topics include the accounting cycle andthe preparation of financial statements for single-owner businessorganizations that operate as service companies or merchandisers.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:ACCT 220 or BMGT 220.ACCT 221 Principles of Accounting II (3)Prerequisite: ACCT 220. Continuation of the study of financialaccounting (emphasizing accounting for liabilities, equity, andcorporate forms of ownership), followed by an introduction tomanagerial accounting. Topics include responsibility accounting,budgets, cost control, and standard costing procedures and variances.Emphasis is on management reporting. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: ACCT 221,ACCT 301, BMGT 221, MGMT 301, or MGST 301.ACCT 301 Accounting for No n a c c o u n t i n gManagers (3)(May not be applied toward a major or minor in accounting.) Asurvey of principles of accounting relevant in making managerialdecisions on the basis of accounting information. Topics includeinternal controls, financial planning and reporting, analysis offinancial statements, and elements of managerial cost accountingand budgeting. Students may receive credit for only one of thefollowing courses: ACCT 221, ACCT 301, BMGT 221, MGMT301, or MGST 301.ACCT 310 In t e rmediate Accounting I (3)(Students should be cautious about enrolling in ACCT 310 orACCT 311. These are professional courses requiring intensivestudy and analysis and are not to be undertaken casually. Studentswho have not taken ACCT 221 within the last two years mayhave difficulty.) Prerequisites: BMGT 110 (or at least two years ofbusiness or management experience) and ACCT 221. A comprehensiveanalysis of financial accounting topics involved in preparingfinancial statements and in external reporting. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: ACCT 310or BMGT 310.ACCT 311 In t e rmediate Accounting II (3)(A continuation of ACCT 310. Students should be cautiousabout enrolling in ACCT 310 or ACCT 311. These are professionalcourses requiring intensive study and analysis and are notto be undertaken casually. Students who have not taken ACCT310 within the last two years may have difficulty.) Prerequisite:ACCT 310. A comprehensive analysis of financial accountingtopics, including preparation of financial statements and externalreports. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: ACCT 311 or BMGT 311.118

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SACCT 321 Cost Accounting (3)Prerequisites: BMGT 110 (or at least two years of business ormanagement experience) and ACCT 221. A study of the basicconcepts of determining, setting, and analyzing costs for purposesof managerial planning and control. Emphasis is on the role ofthe accountant in the management of organizations and in theanalysis of cost behavior, standard costing, budgeting, responsibilityaccounting, and costs that are relevant for making decisions.Various techniques are used to study cost and managerial accountingconcepts; these may include the use of problem sets, casestudies, computer applications, and other materials. Studentsmay receive credit for only one of the following courses:ACCT 321 or BMGT 321.ACCT 323 Taxation of Individuals (3)Prerequisite: ACCT 220. An introduction to federal taxationof the income of individuals. Examples and problems illustratetax laws. Computer applications may be used to analyze specificexamples. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: ACCT 323 or BMGT 323.ACCT 326 Accounting In f o rmationSystems (3)Prerequisites: ACCT 221. A study of the control aspects ofaccounting systems. Topics include setting standards; definingand imposing administrative, operational, and security controls;and judging cost-effectiveness of systems. Various techniques areused to study accounting information-systems concepts; thesemay include the use of problem sets, case studies, computerapplications, and other materials. Students may receive creditfor only one of the following courses: ACCT 326, BMGT 320,or BMGT 326.ACCT 328 Accounting So f t w a re (3)Prerequisite: ACCT 221. An introduction to accounting software,focusing on evaluation of the benefits, costs, and risks of specificprograms. Topics include payroll, inventory, accounts payable,accounts receivable, job cost, and point-of-sale applications.Popular software packages in the areas of tax and financial statementpreparation are introduced. Projects and assignments integratethe principles of accounting information systems with theevaluation of accounting software. Students may receive credit foronly one of the following courses: ACCT 328 or ACCT 398A.ACCT 410 Accounting for Gove rnment andNo t - f o r - Profit Organizations (3)Prerequisite: ACCT 310. An introduction to the theory and practiceof accounting and auditing as applied to governmental entitiesand not-for-profit organizations. Various techniques are usedto study fund accounting concepts; these may include the use ofproblem sets, case studies, computer applications, and other materials.Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: ACCT 410 or BMGT 410.ACCT 411 Ethics and Professionalism inAccounting (3)Prerequisite: ACCT 311. Analysis and discussion of issues relatingto ethics and professionalism in accounting. The AICPA Code ofProfessional Conduct and the reasoning, philosophy, and applicationof that code are examined.ACCT 417 Taxation of Corporations andOther Entities (3)Prerequisites: ACCT 311 and 323. Examination of the federaltaxation of corporations, partnerships, fiduciaries, and gifts, withinformation on the tools and techniques of tax research for complianceand planning. Various techniques are used to study taxconcepts; these may include the use of problem sets, case studies,computer applications, and other materials. Students may receivecredit for only one of the following courses: ACCT 417 orBMGT 417.ACCT 422 Auditing T h e o ry and Practice (3)Prerequisite: ACCT 311. Recommended: ACCT 326. A study ofthe independent accountant’s attest function. Topics include generallyaccepted auditing standards, tests of controls and substantivetests, and report forms and opinions. Various techniques areused to study auditing concepts and practices; these may includethe use of problem sets, case studies, computer applications, andother materials. Students may receive credit for only one of thefollowing courses: ACCT 422 or BMGT 422.ACCT 424 Ad vanced Accounting (3)Prerequisite: ACCT 311. Recommended: ACCT 326. A studyof advanced accounting theory, applied to specialized topics andcontemporary problems. Emphasis is on consolidated statementsand partnership accounting. Various techniques are used to studyaccounting theory and practice; these may include the use ofproblem sets, case studies, computer applications, and othermaterials. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: ACCT 424 or BMGT 424.119

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SACCT 425 In t e rnational Accounting (3)(Fulfills the international perspective requirement.) Prerequisite:ACCT 311. A study of accounting in a multinational context.Topics include evolving international accounting and reportingstandards, problems of foreign exchange and taxation, intercompanytransfer pricing, and emerging issues in internationalaccounting. Students may receive credit for only one of thefollowing courses: ACCT 425 or ACCT 498A.ACCT 426 Ad vanced Cost Accounting (3)Prerequisite: ACCT 321. A study of advanced cost accountingthat emphasizes the managerial aspects of internal systems ofrecordkeeping, performance management, and control. Varioustechniques are used to study cost and managerial accounting practicesand problems; these may include the use of problem sets,case studies, computer applications, and other materials. Studentsmay receive credit for only one of the following courses: ACCT426 or BMGT 426.ACCT 427 Ad vanced Auditing (3)Prerequisite: ACCT 422. An examination and a thorough studyof special auditing topics. Topics include statistical sampling,information systems auditing, attestation standards, assuranceservices, and SEC accounting. Various techniques are used tostudy auditing theory and practice; these may include the use ofproblem sets, case studies, computer applications, and other materials.Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: ACCT 427 or BMGT 427.ACCT 436 In t e rnal Auditing (3)Prerequisite: ACCT 311. An introduction to internal auditing,its rapid growth, and its role in the modern corporation. Topicsinclude internal auditing standards, scope, responsibilities, ethics,controls, techniques, and reporting practices. Consideration isgiven to the material included in the Certified Internal Auditorexamination. Various techniques are used to study internal auditingtheory and practice; these may include the use of problemsets, case studies, computer applications, and other materials.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:ACCT 436, ACCT 498E, or BMGT 498E.ACCT 486A In t e rnship in Ac c o u n t i n gT h rough Co-op (3)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in accounting.At least 12 hours per week must be devoted to new tasksfor a minimum of 180 hours during the Co-op session; four newtasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and the courserequirements must be completed. May be repeated upon approvalof a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasks and objectivesrelated to accounting and that continues to advance applicationof academic theory in the workplace. Students may earn upto 15 semester hours in all internship coursework through Co-optoward a first bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semester hours towarda second bachelor’s degree. Co-op credits may not be used forgeneral education requirements and, unless otherwise specified,no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academic majorand minor (combined).ACCT 486B In t e rnship in Ac c o u n t i n gT h rough Co-op (6)Pre requisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (pro g r a mre q u i rements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combine academictheory with new, care e r - related experience in accounting. Atleast 20 hours per week must be devoted to new tasks for a total of300 hours during the Co-op session; five to eight new tasks must bedelineated in the Learning Proposal; and the course re q u i re m e n t smust be completed. May be repeated upon approval of a new LearningProposal that demonstrates new tasks and objectives related toaccounting and that continues to advance application of academict h e o ry in the workplace. Students may earn up to 15 semester hoursin all internship coursew o rk through Co-op tow a rd a first bachelo r’s d e g ree and up to 9 semester hours tow a rd a second bachelor’sd e g ree. Co-op credits may not be used for general education re q u i rementsand, unless otherwise specified, no more than 6 Co-op cre d i t smay be used in the academic major and minor (combined).ACCT 495 Contemporary Issues inAccounting Practice (3)Pre requisites: ACCT 311, 321, and 422 and BMGT 364. Anexamination of accounting for innova t i ve and emerging businesstransactions and financing. Previously acquired knowledge is drawnon to aid in thinking critically, analyzing information, and pro p o s-ing solutions to complex accounting and financial issues. We baccounting and business technology, accounting theory, and managementtechniques are used to re s e a rch and analyze deve l o p i n gissues in the workplace. Topics include e-commerce, financial derivat i ves, balanced score c a rds, and the changing nature of financialre p o rting and risk management. Students may re c e i ve creditfor only one of the following courses: ACCT 495 or ACCT 498C.120

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SAfrican American StudiesCourses in African American studies (designated AASP) may beapplied as appropriate (according to individual program requirements)toward• a minor in African American studies; and• electives.A description of the curriculum for the African American studiesminor begins on p. 27.AASP 201 In t roduction to African Ameri c a nStudies (3)An interdisciplinary study of significant aspects of AfricanAmerican history and culture, emphasizing the development ofAfrican American communities from the Middle Passage to thepresent. Topics include definitions of African American identity,influences and achievements within American culture, and issuesconfronting African Americans. Students may receive credit foronly one of the following courses: AASP 100 or AASP 201.AnthropologyCourses in anthropology (designated ANTH) may be applied asa p p ropriate (according to individual program re q u i rements) tow a rd• the general education requirement in the behavioral and socialsciences;• a major in social science;• a major or minor in Asian studies; and• electives.Descriptions of related curricula may be found on the followingpages: Asian studies (p. 29) and social science (p. 83).ANTH 241 In t roduction to Arc h a e o l o gy (3)An exploration of past human societies and cultures througharchaeology, from the emergence of modern humans to themore recent historical past.ANTH 298 Special Topics inA n t h ro p o l o gy (1–3)A presentation of anthropological perspectives on selected topicsof broad general interest. May be repeated to a maximum of6 credits when topics differ.ANTH 343 Physical Anthro p o l o gy andA rc h a e o l o gy (3)An interdisciplinary exploration of contemporary and appliedissues in physical anthropology and archaeology. Discussioncovers evolution, human biological variation, primate studies,and archaeological frameworks and challenges. Focus is on theoryand its application in dealing with concerns in our global society.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:ANTH 340, ANTH 343, or BEHS 340.ANTH 344 Cultural Anthro p o l o gy andLinguistics (3)(Fulfills the international perspective requirement.) An interdisciplinaryexploration of contemporary issues in culturalanthropology and linguistics. Discussion covers variation inhuman social organization, ethnographic field methods, worldviews, and relationships amongst cultures, as well as culturaldimensions of language. Focus is on theory and its applicationin dealing with concerns in our global society. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: ANTH340, ANTH 344, or BEHS 340.ANTH 398 In t e rmediate Special Topics inA n t h ro p o l o gy (1–3)A presentation of anthropological perspectives on selected topicsof broad general interest. May be repeated to a maximum of6 credits when topics differ.ANTH 398B Medicine, Health, andCu l t u re (3)An examination of worldwide variations in medical practices andbeliefs about health. Medical treatment and health care in thecontemporary United States are also considered.ANTH 398I Death and Dying: Cro s s -Cultural Pe r s p e c t i ves (3)An introduction to the anthropological study of death and dying,both in America and in other parts of the world. Theories of ritualand social praxis are examined as explanations of contemporarysocial behavior. Discussion also introduces the interdisciplinaryscience of thanatology and the counseling disciplines.ANTH 401 Cultural Anthro p o l o gy: Pri n c i p l e sand Processes (3)Prerequisite: ANTH 101, ANTH 102, or ANTH 344. An examinationof the nature of human culture and its processes, both historicaland functional. The approach is topical and theoreticalrather than descriptive.121

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SANTH 402 Cultural Anthro p o l o gy: Wo r l dEthnography (3)Prerequisite: ANTH 101, ANTH 102, or ANTH 344. A descriptivesurvey of the culture of various areas of the world through anexamination of representative societies.ANTH 414 Et h n o l o gy of Africa (3)Prerequisite(s): ANTH 101–102 or ANTH 344. A study of thenative peoples and cultures of Africa.ANTH 417 Peoples and Cu l t u res of EastAsia (3)Prerequisite: ANTH 102. A survey of the major sociopolitical systemsof China, Korea, and Japan. Major anthropological questionsare discussed.ANTH 486A In t e rnship in Anthro p o l o gyT h rough Co-op (3)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in anthropology.At least 12 hours per week must be devoted to new tasksfor a minimum of 180 hours during the Co-op session; four newtasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and the courserequirements must be completed. May be repeated upon approvalof a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasks and objectivesrelated to anthropology and that continues to advanceapplication of academic theory in the workplace. Students mayearn up to 15 semester hours in all internship coursework throughCo-op toward a first bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semester hourstoward a second bachelor’s degree. Co-op credits may not be usedfor general education requirements and, unless otherwise specified,no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academicmajor and minor (combined).ANTH 486B In t e rnship in Anthro p o l o gyT h rough Co-op (6)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in anthropology.At least 20 hours per week must be devoted to new tasksfor a total of 300 hours during the Co-op session; five to eightnew tasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and thecourse requirements must be completed. May be repeated upona p p roval of a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasksand objectives related to anthropology and that continues toadvance application of academic theory in the workplace. Studentsmay earn up to 15 semester hours in all internship courseworkthrough Co-op toward a first bachelor’s degree and up to9 semester hours tow a rd a second bachelor’s degree. Co-op cre d i t smay not be used for general education requirements and, unlessotherwise specified, no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used inthe academic major and minor (combined).ArtCourses in art (designated ARTT) may be applied as appropriate(according to individual program requirements) toward• the general education requirement in the arts and humanities;• a minor in art;• a major or minor in humanities;• a certificate in Computer Graphics and Design, DesktopPublishing, or Web Design; and• electives.A description of the curriculum for the art minor begins on p. 27.A description of the curriculum for the humanities major andminor begins on p. 65.A RTT 100 Tw o - Dimensional ArtFundamentals (3)An exploration of the principles and elements of pictorial spacethrough the manipulation and organization of various materials.A RTT 110 Elements of Drawing I (3)An introduction to various media and related techniques.Problems for study are based on the figure, still life, and nature.122

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SA RTT 150 In t roduction to Art T h e o ry (3)An examination of contemporary art, including a review of thedominant aesthetic, philosophic, and critical positions that informthe various works of art studied.A RTT 152 Basics of Photography (3)An introduction to basic photographic procedures. Discussioncovers the historical development of photography. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: ARTT 152and PHOT 198.A RTT 200 Elements of T h re e - Di m e n s i o n a lFo rm and Space (3)(A continuation of ARTT 100.) Prerequisite: ARTT 100 orARTT 110. Further study of pictorial space, focusing on problemsthat are more individually structured in terms of form, composition,and meaning.A RTT 210 Elements of Drawing II (3)Prerequisite: ARTT 100 or ARTT 110. Drawing taught withan emphasis on understanding organic form as related to studyof the human figure and pictorial composition. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: ARTS 210or ARTT 210.A RTT 220 Color in Composition (3)Development of a student’s work on an intermediate level. Theprinciples of color in composition and pictorial construction arecovered. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: ARTT 208C or ARTT 220.A RTT 250 Elements of CommercialDesign (3)A study of essential design concepts focusing on the cre a t i ve skillsneeded to better solve internal corporate and external adve rt i s i n g /m a rketing problems in visual media. T h e o retical and practicalapplications include corporate/institutional identity programs, collateralcorporate and marketing materials, and adve rtising campaigns.Discussion also covers the primary relationship betwe e nw o rd and image communications. Emphasis is on cre a t i ve pro b l e msolving in media communications. An exploration of symbolismand its relationship to image addresses visual stru c t u re, continuity,and coherence. Ps ychological and sociocultural questions are alsoexamined as they relate to ethical standards and practices.A RTT 298 Wa t e rcolors/Landscapes (3)Practice in basic techniques and processes of painting nature andlandscapes using watercolors.A RTT 320 Elements of Painting (3)Prerequisite: ARTT 110. Practice in the basic tools and vocabularyof painting. Oil and/or water-based paints are used.A RTT 350 Elements of Illustration (3)An introduction to a variety of media and techniques used inillustration, that is, drawing and painting created for reproductionin books, advertisements, art prints, and periodicals.A RTT 354 Elements of ComputerGraphics (3)Recommended: One lower-level ARTT course (or equivalentexperience in graphic design) and experience in art fundamentals,Microsoft Office applications, and Windows. An introductionto computer graphics programs and basic concepts in electronicdesign. Focus is on creating artwork in various formats, includingprint and the Web. Projects require six hours of computer workper week, some of which must be completed independently.A RTT 418 Drawing (3)Prerequisite: ARTT 210. Creation of original compositionsbased on the figure and nature, supplemented by problems ofpersonal and expressive drawing. May be repeated to a maximumof 12 credits.A RTT 428 Painting (3)Prerequisite: ARTT 320. Creation of original compositions basedon the figure, nature, and still life, as well as expressive painting.Emphasis is on the development of personal directions. May berepeated to a maximum of 12 credits.A RTT 458 Graphic Design and Illustration (3)An introduction to the basic elements of design. Projects focus onproblems central to the commercial arts. Basic skills with a varietyof media and techniques are developed.A RTT 468 Seminar: The In t e r re l a t i o n s h i pBe t ween Art and Art T h e o ry (3)An exploration of the relationship between a student’s work andthe theoretical context of contemporary art. May be repeated to amaximum of 6 credits when topics differ.123

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SA RTT 470 Wa t e rcolor (3)An opportunity for further development of painting in watercolorsat beginning or advanced levels. May be repeated to a maximumof 6 combined credits in ARTT 470 and ARTT 489B.A RTT 479 Ad vanced Computer Graphics (3)Prerequisite: ARTT 354. A study of advanced techniques in andthe theory behind computer imaging, graphics, illustration, andmixed media. Projects require six hours of computer work perweek, some of which must be completed independently.A RTT 486A In t e rnship in Art T h roughCo-op (3)Pre requisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (pro g r a mre q u i rements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, care e r - related experience in art. At least12 hours per week must be devoted to new tasks for a minimum of180 hours during the Co-op session; four new tasks must be delineatedin the Learning Proposal; and the course re q u i rements mustbe completed. May be repeated upon approval of a new LearningProposal that demonstrates new tasks and objectives related to artand that continues to advance application of academic theory in thew o rkplace. Students may earn up to 15 semester hours in all internshipcoursew o rk through Co-op tow a rd a first bachelor’s degree andup to 9 semester hours tow a rd a second bachelor’s degree. Co-opc redits may not be used for general education re q u i rements and,unless otherwise specified, no more than 6 Co-op credits may beused in the academic major and minor (combined).A RTT 489 Special Problems in StudioA rt (1–3)May be repeated to a maximum of 6 credits.A RTT 489E In t roduction to Montage (1)(No previous experience necessary.) An intensive, hands-on workshopexploring the many possibilities for using photocopies orother printed materials in making a composite or montage type ofcollage. Step-by-step procedures for making pictures are demonstrated.Some supplies and photocopies of research material invarious subjects or themes are available.A RTT 489F Drawing on Both Sides of theBrain: Eye / Hand Coordination (1)An intensive drawing workshop focusing on the interrelationshipbetween the left and right sides of the brain and between handand eye. A variety of drawing approaches are used to provideinsight into the difficulties encountered at all levels of experience,thereby freeing individual potential. Studio work is supplementedby demonstrations, visual examples, and use of live model andstill-life elements. Aspects of works by Edwards, Nicholaides, andBridgeman are examined.A RTT 498 Di rected Studies in Art (2–3)(For advanced students.) May be repeated to a maximum of6 credits when topics differ.A RTT 486B In t e rnship in Art T h roughCo-op (6)Pre requisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (pro g r a mre q u i rements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, care e r - related experience in art. Atleast 20 hours per week must be devoted to new tasks for a total of300 hours during the Co-op session; five to eight new tasks must b edelineated in the Learning Proposal; and the course re q u i re m e n t smust be completed. May be repeated upon approval of a newLearning Proposal that demonstrates new tasks and objectivesrelated to art and that continues to advance application of academictheory in the workplace. Students may earn up to 15 semesterhours in all internship coursew o rk through Co-op tow a rd afirst bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semester hours tow a rd a secondb a c h e l o r’s degree. Co-op credits may not be used for general educationre q u i rements and, unless otherwise specified, no more than6 Co-op credits may be used in the academic major and minor( c o m b i n e d ) .124

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SArt HistoryCourses in art history (designated ARTH) may be applied asappropriate (according to individual program requirements)toward• the general education requirement in the arts and humanities;• a minor in art history;• a major or minor in humanities; and• electives.UMUC offers a limited number of ARTH courses each semester.To complete a minor, students may need to take courses at otherinstitutions in the University System of Maryland or extend thetime spent in fulfilling the degree requirements. Students areadvised to consult an advisor before selecting this discipline.A description of the curriculum for the art history minor beginson p. 28. A description of the curriculum for a major or minor inhumanities beings on p. 65.A RTH 100 In t roduction to Art (3)A grounding in the basic tools of understanding visual art. Focusis on major approaches (such as techniques, subject matter, form,and evaluation). Discussion covers painting, sculpture, architecture,and the graphic arts.A RTH 335 17th-Century Art in theNetherlands (3)(Fulfills the historical perspective requirement.) An exploration ofpainting from the Dutch Golden Age—the age of Rembrandt,Vermeer, Hals, Steen, and Leyster. History painting, still life,landscape, portraiture, and scenes of everyday life are studied.Discussion also covers issues of collecting art. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: ARTH 335or ARTH 435.A RTH 361 American Art Since 1876 (3)(Fulfills the historical perspective requirement.) An overview ofpainting, sculpture, architecture, and the decorative arts in NorthAmerica after 1876. Students may receive credit for only one ofthe following courses: ARTH 361, ARTH 460, or ARTH 477.A RTH 370 Hi s t o ry of World Art I (3)(Fulfills the historical perspective requirement.) A survey of thedevelopment of world visual art in its various forms, examiningand comparing the expression of cultural and aesthetic values indifferent parts of the world from prehistory to 1400, when theEuropean Age of Exploration began and world cultures came intocontact.A RTH 371 Hi s t o ry of World Art II (3)(Fulfills the historical perspective requirement.) A survey of thedevelopment of world visual art in its various forms, examiningand comparing the expression of cultural and aesthetic values indifferent parts of the world from 1400, when the European Ageof Exploration began, to modern day. The effects of contactamong world cultures on both the form and content of artisticexpression is examined.A RTH 380 Masterpieces of Painting (3)( Fulfills the historical perspective re q u i rement.) Analysis of selectedmasterworks of painting, intended to reveal the creative process,the personality of the artist, and the cultural context. Studentsmay receive credit for only one of the following courses: ARTH320 or ARTH 380.A RTH 381 Masterpieces of Sculpture (3)( Fulfills the historical perspective re q u i rement.) Analysis of selectedsculptural masterworks, intended to reveal the creative process,the personality of the artist, and the cultural context. Studentsmay receive credit for only one of the following courses: ARTH330 or ARTH 381.A RTH 382 Masterpieces of Arc h i t e c t u re (3)( Fulfills the historical perspective re q u i rement.) Analysis of selectedmasterworks of architecture, intended to reveal the creative process,the personality of the artist, and the cultural context. Studentsmay receive credit for only one of the following courses: ARTH340 or ARTH 382.A RTH 455 20th-Century Art to 1945 (3)(Fulfills the historical perspective requirement.) An overview ofpainting, sculpture, and architecture in Europe and America fromthe late 19th century to the end of World War II. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: ARTH 350,ARTH 450, or ARTH 455.A RTH 456 20th-Century Art from 1945 (3)(Fulfills the historical perspective requirement.) An overview ofpainting, sculpture, and architecture in Europe and NorthAmerica from 1945 to the present. Students may receive credit foronly one of the following courses: ARTH 351, ARTH 451, orARTH 456.125

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SA RTH 486A In t e rnship in Art Hi s t o ryT h rough Co-op (3)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programre q u i rements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combine academictheory with new, care e r - related experience in art history. Atleast 12 hours per week must be devoted to new tasks for a minimumof 180 hours during the Co-op session; four new tasks mustbe delineated in the Learning Proposal; and the course requirementsmust be completed. May be repeated upon approval of anew Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasks and objectivesrelated to art history and that continues to advance applicationof academic theory in the workplace. Students may earn upto 15 semester hours in all internship coursework through Co-opt ow a rd a first bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semester hours tow a rda second bachelor’s degree. Co-op credits may not be used forgeneral education requirements and, unless otherwise specified,no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academicmajor and minor (combined).A RTH 486B In t e rnship in Art Hi s t o ryT h rough Co-op (6)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in art history.At least 20 hours per week must be devoted to new tasks for atotal of 300 hours during the Co-op session; five to eight newtasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and the courserequirements must be completed. May be repeated upon approvalof a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasks and objectivesrelated to art history and that continues to advance applicationof academic theory in the workplace. Students may earn upto 15 semester hours in all internship coursework through Co-optoward a first bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semester hours towarda second bachelor’s degree. Co-op credits may not be used forgeneral education requirements and, unless otherwise specified,no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academicmajor and minor (combined).A RTH 488D The Art of China: The UMUCCollection (1)A gallery study tour of UMUC’s Art of China collection, whichincludes scroll paintings, ceramics, and sculpture dating from the16th to 20th centuries.A RTH 489 Ad vanced Special Topics in ArtHi s t o ry (1–3)Advanced study of selected topics in art history. Assignmentsinclude advanced reading and research. Students may receive creditfor a given topic in either ARTH 199 or ARTH 489 only once.A RTH 489J Im p ressionism andPo s t i m p ressionism in Pa ris (3)(Fulfills the historical perspective requirement.) A study of thepaintings of the impressionist and postimpressionist periods.Artists studied include impressionists Manet, Degas, Renoir, andMonet and postimpressionists Seurat, Van Gogh, Gauguin, andCézanne. Assignments include advanced reading and research.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:ARTH 199J or ARTH 489J.A RTH 489M Van Gogh: His Life andWo rk (3)(Fulfills the historical perspective requirement.) An introductionto modern art, focusing on Vincent van Gogh and his influenceon modern painting. Topics include van Gogh’s experiments withcolor and form and how his work opened the door to a new era.His influence on fauvism, German expressionism, abstract expressionism,neo-expressionism, and painters like Matisse, Kandinsky,and Jawlensky is also examined. Assignments include advancedreading and research. Students may receive credit for only one ofthe following courses: ARTH 199M or ARTH 489M.Asian StudiesCourses in Asian studies (designated ASTD) may be applied asappropriate (according to individual program requirements)toward• the general education re q u i rements in the arts and humanitiesor the behavioral and social sciences (based on course content);• a major or minor in Asian studies or humanities; and• electives.UMUC offers a limited number of courses each semester in thisdiscipline. To complete a major or minor, students may need totake courses at other institutions in the University System ofMaryland or extend the time spent in fulfilling the degree requirements.Students are advised to consult an advisor before selectingthis discipline.A description of the curriculum for the Asian studies major andminor begins on p. 29. A description of the curriculum for thehumanities major and minor begins on p. 65.126

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SASTD 150 In t roduction to Asian Studies I (3)(The first course in the two-course sequence ASTD 150–160.Fulfills the international perspective requirement, and the generaleducation requirements in the arts and humanities or the socialsciences.) An interdisciplinary examination of the classical Asiantradition, encompassing a general survey of the region.ASTD 160 In t roduction to Asian Studies II (3)(The second course in the two-course sequence ASTD 150–160.Fulfills the international perspective requirement, and the generaleducation requirements in the arts and humanities or the socialsciences.) Recommended: ASTD 150. An interdisciplinary examinationof the modern period in Asian history, beginning approximatelywith the 17th century.ASTD 198 Special Topics in AsianStudies (1–3)An investigation of a special topic, problem, or issue of particularrelevance to countries or peoples of the Pacific Rim or IndianOcean. Typical investigations include historical or contemporarysubjects focusing on cultural, economic, military, or politicalissues.ASTD 398 Ad vanced Special Topics in AsianStudies (1–3)An investigation of a special topic, problem, or issue of particularrelevance to countries or peoples of the Pacific Rim or IndianOcean. Typical investigations include historical or contemporarysubjects focusing on cultural, economic, military, or politicalissues. Assignments include advanced reading and research.ASTD 485 Great Issues in Asian Studies (3)(Fulfills the international perspective requirement.) Prerequisite:ASTD 150 and 160. A comparative study of the broad issue ofmodernization in Asian nations. Previous study about Asia is integratedand complemented.AstronomyCourses in astronomy (designated ASTR) may be applied asappropriate (according to individual program requirements)toward• the general education requirement in the biological and physicalsciences;• a minor in natural science; and• electives.A description of the curriculum for the natural science minorbegins on p. 80.ASTR 100 In t roduction to Astronomy (3)( Not open to students who have taken or are taking any astro n o m ycourse numbered 250 or higher. For students not majoring orminoring in a science.) Prerequisite: MATH 012 or higher. A discussionof the major areas of astronomy. Topics include the solarsystem, stars and stellar evolution, and galaxies. Current topics inastronomy are also discussed. Students may receive credit for onlyone of the following courses: ASTR 100, ASTR 101, ASTR 120,or GNSC 125.ASTR 399 Independent Study inA s t ronomy (1–6)Prerequisite: 6 credits in ASTR courses and agreement of facultymember to act as supervisor. Directed independent study of topicsof special interest not covered by regularly scheduled courses inastronomy. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 credits whentopics differ.ASTR 486A In t e rnship in Astro n o m yT h rough Co-op (3)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in astronomy.At least 12 hours per week must be devoted to new tasks for atotal of 180 hours during the Co-op session; four new tasks mustbe delineated in the Learning Proposal; and the course requirementsmust be completed. May be repeated upon approval of anew Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasks and objectivesrelated to astronomy and that continues to advance applicationof academic theory in the workplace. Students may earn upto 15 semester hours in all internship coursework through Co-optoward a first bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semester hours towarda second bachelor’s degree. Co-op credits may not be used forgeneral education requirements and, unless otherwise specified,no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academic majorand minor (combined).127

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SASTR 486B In t e rnship in Astro n o m yT h rough Co-op (6)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, care e r - related experience in astro n o m y.At least 20 hours per week must be devoted to new tasks for atotal of 300 hours during the Co-op session; five to eight newtasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and the courserequirements must be completed. May be repeated upon approvalof a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasks and objectivesrelated to astronomy and that continues to advance applicationof academic theory in the workplace. Students may earn upto 15 semester hours in all internship coursework through Co-optoward a first bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semester hours towarda second bachelor’s degree. Co-op credits may not be used forgeneral education requirements and, unless otherwise specified, nomore than 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academic majorand minor (combined).Behavioral and SocialSciencesCourses in behavioral and social sciences (designated BEHS)may be applied as appropriate (according to individual programrequirements) toward• the general education requirement in the behavioraland social sciences;• a major in social science;• a minor in women’s studies; and• electives.A description of the curriculum for the social science major beginson p. 83. A description of the curriculum for the women’s studiesminor may be found on p. 87.Most BEHS courses require extensive writing. Students shouldcomplete a writing course (such as COMM 390, 393, 393X, 394,and 394X and ENGL 101, 101X, 391, and 391X) or have equivalentwriting experience before enrolling.BEHS 210 In t roduction to Social andBehavioral Science (3)An interdisciplinary introduction to the study of society thataddresses the issues of what it is to be a social scientist from avariety of social science perspectives. Empirical and theoreticalcontributions of the different social science disciplines are usedto better understand the nature of society. Survey covers culture,geography, the individual, family, education, stratification in society,government and politics, and economics. Topics also includethe scientific method and research methods in the social sciencedisciplines and the current relationships among the differentsocial science disciplines. A historical overview of the developmentof the social sciences is provided, and an analysis of socialphenomena that integrates insights from the social sciences is presented.Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: BEHS 201 or BEHS 210.BEHS 325 Cultural Pe r s p e c t i ves of theMiddle East (3)An interdisciplinary study of the cultural and social backgroundof the peoples of the Middle East (including North Africa, theEastern Mediterranean, and the Persian Gulf nations). Discussionaddresses the background of the land and its people, ethnicities,and religions and the historical roots of current political situations.Analysis emphasizes the diversity and shared traditions ofthe region. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: BEHS 325, BEHS 336, or BEHS 498C.BEHS 343 Pa renting Today (3)An overview of critical issues of parenthood in the United Statestoday. Topics include characteristics of effective parenting stylesand capable parents, the role of nontraditional parenting techniques,and the social forces that cause changes in parent/childrelationships and give rise to varying styles of parenting as developedin the United States. Some cross-cultural comparisons areincluded.BEHS 364 Alcohol in U.S. Society (3)An interdisciplinary examination of the use and abuse of alcoholicbeverages from the perspectives of psychology, physiology, sociology,medicine, and public health. The effects of alcohol on allage groups throughout the life span are explored with specialemphasis on gender, families, race, the workplace, and public safety.Analysis covers current research and trends in the treatment ofalcoholism, including prevention, assessment, intervention as wellas legal aspects.128

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SBEHS 383 Humor in American Society (6)An interdisciplinary examination of humor in everyday life. Topicsinclude the historical development of humor in the UnitedStates; the effects of the surrounding culture on the substance andfunction of humorous materials; the various types of humor andsocietal taboos; humor in literature, cinema, radio, television, andpolitics; the relationship of humor to social change; the socialfunction of cartoons; and humor in other societies as well as inthe United States. Sociological, psychological, political, andanthropological perspectives are presented.BEHS 398L In t roduction to Mediation (1)An overview of the use of mediation skills in various settings, withan emphasis on interpersonal relationships and communication.Mediation skills are considered with regard to the workplace (e.g.,disputes between co-workers and between labor and management)and family (e.g., familial conflict and divorce). The broad range ofdisputes requiring mediation in the public school setting are alsoexplored. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: BEHS 398L or SPCH 426.BEHS 398M Polar Explorations (3)An introduction to the history of Arctic and Antarctic exploration.The national, scientific, and personal issues that droveexplorers into the frozen (but not lifeless) wilderness to live inextreme environments are explored. Discussion covers heroism,sacrifice, compassion, and leadership in the face of the unknownand daunting odds. The words of the explorers themselves areused to analyze the characteristics of those who returned andthose who did not.BEHS 398N Reconnecting with Na t u re (3)An examination of humankind’s disconnection from nature intoday’s highly technological age. Topics include the social forcesthat have fostered this separation and the effect that such separationhas on individuals and society. Experiential nature-basedactivities are used to explore the natural and beneficial bondbetween humankind and nature.BEHS 486A In t e rnship in Behavioral ScienceT h rough Co-op (3)Pre requisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (pro g r a mre q u i rements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combine academictheory with new, care e r - related experience in behavioral andsocial sciences. At least 12 hours per week must be devoted to newtasks for a minimum of 180 hours during the Co-op session; fourn ew tasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and thecourse re q u i rements must be completed. May be repeated upona p p roval of a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasksand objectives related to behavioral and social sciences and thatcontinues to advance application of academic theory in the workplace.Students may earn up to 15 semester hours in all internshipc o u r s ew o rk through Co-op tow a rd a first bachelor’s degree and upto 9 semester hours tow a rd a second bachelor’s degree. Co-op cre d i t smay not be used for general education re q u i rements and, unless otherwise specified, no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used in theacademic major and minor (combined).BEHS 486B In t e rnship in Behavioral ScienceT h rough Co-op (6)Pre requisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (pro g r a mre q u i rements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combine academictheory with new, care e r - related experience in behavioral andsocial sciences. At least 20 hours per week must be devoted to newtasks for a total of 300 hours during the Co-op session; five to eightn ew tasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and thecourse re q u i rements must be completed. May be repeated upona p p roval of a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasksand objectives related to behavioral and social sciences and thatcontinues to advance application of academic theory in the workplace.Students may earn up to 15 semester hours in all internshipc o u r s ew o rk through Co-op tow a rd a first bachelor’s degree and upto 9 semester hours tow a rd a second bachelor’s degree. Co-op cre d i t smay not be used for general education re q u i rements and, unless otherwise specified, no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used in theacademic major and minor (combined).BEHS 453 Domestic Violence (3)An examination of the complex phenomenon of domestic violencefrom a systems perspective that integrates individual, social,political, cultural/ethnic, economic, legal, and medical viewpointsfrom the past and present. Topics include the physical, emotional,and sexual abuse of children, partners, and the elderly. Discussionalso covers response systems and mechanisms to prevent and treatviolence. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: BEHS 453 or BEHS 454.129

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SBiological ScienceCourses in biological science (designated BSCI) may be applied asappropriate (according to individual program requirements)toward• the general education requirement in the biological andphysical sciences;• a minor in biology or microbiology; and• electives (including related requirements for theenvironmental management major).A description of the curriculum for the biology minor begins onp. 31. A description of the curriculum for the microbiology minormay be found on p. 80.BSCI 105 Principles of Bi o l o gy I (4)(For students majoring or minoring in a science; not appropriatefor nonscience students fulfilling general education requirements.Fulfills the laboratory science requirement.) Prerequisite: MATH107 or MATH 115. An introduction to the basic principles ofbiology, with special emphasis on cellular and molecular biology.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:BIOL 101, BIOL 105, BOTN 101, BSCI 105, or ZOOL 101.BSCI 222 Principles of Genetics (4)(For students majoring or minoring in a science; not appropriatefor nonscience students fulfilling general education requirements.Does not fulfill the laboratory science requirement.) Prerequisites:BIOL 105 (or BSCI 105) and CHEM 113. A discussion of theprinciples and mechanisms of heredity and gene expression,including plant, animal, and microbial organisms. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: BIOL 220,BIOL 222, or BSCI 222.BSCI 230 Cell Bi o l o gy and Ph y s i o l o gy (4)(For students majoring or minoring in a science; not appropriatefor nonscience students fulfilling general education requirements.Fulfills the laboratory science requirement.) Prerequisites: BSCI105 and CHEM 103. A study of the biochemical and physiologicalmechanisms underlying cellular function. Topics include theproperties of cells that make life possible and the mechanismsby which cells provide energy, reproduce, and regulate and integratewith each other and their environment. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: BSCI 230or ZOOL 211.BSCI 424 Pathogenic Mi c ro b i o l o gy (4)(For students majoring or minoring in a science; not appropriatefor nonscience students fulfilling general education requirements.Fulfills the laboratory science requirement.) Prerequisite: BSCI223 or BIOL 230. A study of the role of bacteria and fungi in thediseases of humans. Emphasis is on the differentiation and cultureof microorganisms; types of disease; modes of disease transmission;and prophylactic, therapeutic, and epidemiological aspects.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:BIOL 437, BSCI 424, or MICB 440.BSCI 436 Drug Action and Design (3)(For students majoring or minoring in a science; not appropriatefor nonscience students fulfilling general education requirements.Does not fulfill the laboratory science requirement.) Prerequisite:CHEM 243. A discussion of the introductory principles of pharmacology.Emphasis is on “magic bullets,” novel therapies, anddrug design. Students who have completed PCOL 450A orPCOL 450B may not receive credit for BSCI 436.BSCI 223 General Mi c ro b i o l o gy (4)( For students majoring or minoring in a science; not appropriatefor nonscience students fulfilling general education re q u i re m e n t s .Fulfills the laboratory science re q u i rement.) Pre requisite: BIOL 105or BSCI 105. An investigation of fundamental concepts in morpholog y, physiology, genetics, immunology, ecology, and pathogenicm i c ro b i o l o g y. Applications of microbiology to medicine, the foodi n d u s t ry, and biotechnology are considered. Students may re c e i vec redit for only one of the following courses: BSCI 223, MICB 200,or MICB 338A.130

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SBiologyCourses in biology (designated BIOL) may be applied as appropriate(according to individual program requirements) toward• the general education requirement in the biological andphysical sciences;• a minor in biology, forensics, microbiology, or natural science;• a major in biotechnology;• a certificate in Bio-Security; and• electives (including related requirements for theenvironmental management major).A description of the curriculum for the biology minor begins onp. 31. Descriptions of related curricula may be found on the followingpages: biotechnology (p. 31), environmental management(p. 50), forensics (p. 57), microbiology (p. 80), and natural science(p. 80).BIOL 101 Concepts of Bi o l o gy (3)(For students not majoring in a science.) An introduction to livingthings in light of knowledge of physical, chemical, and biologicalprinciples. The organization, processes, interdependence, andvariety of living organisms are explored. Emphasis is on understandingthe impact of biological knowledge on human societies.Consideration is given to current events that involve biologicalsystems. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: BIOL 101, BIOL 105, or BSCI 105.BIOL 102 Laboratory in Bi o l o gy (1)(For students not majoring in a science. Fulfills the laboratoryscience requirement only with previous or concurrent credit forBIOL 101.) Prerequisite or corequisite: BIOL 101. A laboratorystudy of the concepts underlying the structure and functioning ofliving organisms. Laboratory exercises emphasize the scientificmethod and explore topics such as the chemical foundations ofliving organisms, pH, cell structure and function, metabolism,DNA structure and function, mechanisms and patterns of inheritance,evolution, classification, and population biology andecosystems. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: BIOL 102, BIOL 105, or BSCI 105.BIOL 160 Human Bi o l o gy (3)(Science background not required.) A general introduction tohuman structure, functions, genetics, evolution, and ecology.The human organism is examined from the basic cellular leveland genetics, through organ systems, to interaction with the outsideworld. Pertinent health topics are also discussed. Studentsmay receive credit for only one of the following courses:BIOL 160 or GNSC 160.BIOL 181 Life in the Oceans (3)A study of the major groups of plants and animals in variousmarine environments, as well as their interactions with eachother and the nonliving components of the ocean. The impactof human activity on life in the ocean and the potential uses andmisuses of the ocean are discussed. Students may re c e i ve credit foronly one of the following courses: BIOL 181 or ZOOL 181.BIOL 211 En v i ronmental Science (3)A survey of ecological principles as they apply to the interrelateddilemmas of sustainability. Topics include overpopulation, pollution,over-consumption of natural resources, and the ethics ofland use. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: BIOL 211, BOTN 211, or PBIO 235.BIOL 215 Population Bi o l o gy and Ge n e r a lEc o l o gy (3)A general introduction to population and community biology.Topics include evolution, population genetics, population growthand steady states, age structure of populations, multispeciesdependencies, and ecosystem energetics. Illustrations are drawnboth from both natural and human populations. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: BIOL 215or ZOOL 270.BIOL 217 En v i ronment and Ecosystems (3)Prerequisites: NSCI 100 or PHYS 121. An overview of the scientificprinciples governing ecosystems, particularly as they relate tothe environmental consequences of resource development andindustrial processes. Topics are drawn from the fields of geology,hydrology, meteorology, and ecology. The historical developmentof environmental management issues and approaches is introduced.Principles of environmental management at the local,regional, and global levels are also covered.BIOL 220 Human Genetics (3)(For students not majoring in a science.) An introduction togenetics, focusing on the human organism. Topics include transmissionand biochemical genetics, mutation, the behavior of genesin populations, and genetic engineering. The roles of recent discoveriesin the treatment of genetic diseases, cancer, and organtransplantation are examined. Students may receive credit for onlyone of the following courses: BIOL 220, BIOL 346, ZOOL 146,or ZOOL 346.131

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SBIOL 222 Principles of Genetics (3)Prerequisites: BIOL 105 (or BSCI 105) and CHEM 103. A studyof the principles and mechanisms of heredity and gene expression.Plant, animal, and microbial organisms are considered. Studentsmay receive credit for only one of the following courses: BIOL220, BIOL 222, or BSCI 222.BIOL 226 Evolution (3)Prerequisite: BIOL 101, BIOL 105, BIOL 161, or BSCI 105.An introduction to biological evolution, its principles, andtheir application to understanding the history of life on Earth.Discussion covers the history and evidence for modern evolutionaryconcepts and mechanisms, the origin of life, the molecularmechanisms of evolution, the evolution of plants, the evolutionof animals (including man), the relationship between ontogenyand phylogeny, and the reciprocal relationships of evolution tothe environment (including human culture).BIOL 240 Elements of Bi o c h e m i s t ry (3)(Not open to students who have successfully completed BCHM461, BCHM 462, BIOL 440, or BIOL 441.) Pre requisite: CHEM104, CHEM 233, or CHEM 235. Recommended: One coursein biology or zoology emphasizing the molecular and cellular basisof life. An overview of the basic chemistry and metabolism ofmost molecules that have biological importance. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: BCHM 261or BIOL 240.BIOL 301 Human Health and Disease (3)( For students not majoring in a science) A survey of the mechanismsof disease and their expression in major organ systems of thehuman body. Topics include infections, cancer, heart disease, lungdisease, diabetes, stroke, malnutrition, poisoning by enviro n m e n t a lt oxins, stress, inflammation, disorders of the immune system, andaging. Emphasis is on pre vention of disease through control of riskfactors and early detection. Students may re c e i ve credit for only oneof the following courses: BIOL 301 or BIOL 398H.BIOL 304 The Bi o l o gy of Cancer (3)( For students not majoring in a science) An ove rv i ew of the biologicalbasis of cancer. The development and pro g ression of cancer arec o n s i d e red at the level of cell stru c t u re and function. The roles ofgenes and proteins are also examined. Students may re c e i ve cre d i tfor only one of the following courses: BIOL 304 or GNSC 398C.BIOL 305 The Bi o l o gy of AIDS (3)( For students not majoring in a science.) An ove rv i ew of Ac q u i re dImmune Deficiency Sy n d rome (AIDS) from a biological perspecti ve. The development and treatment of AIDS and human immunodeficiencyvirus (HIV) infection are considered with respect tocells, viruses, genes, and pro t e i n s .BIOL 307 The Bi o l o gy of Aging (3)( For students not majoring or minoring in a science.) An ove rv i ewof the biological basis of aging. Topics include typical changes thatoccur in cells, molecules, metabolism, and stru c t u re during theaging process. The development and pro g ression of several diseasesassociated with aging (including cancer, neuro d e g e n e r a t i ve diseasessuch as Alze h e i m e r’s and Pa rk i n s o n’s disease, osteoporosis, and lossof visual acuity and memory) are discussed with respect to the ro l eof genes, proteins, and environmental influences. Students mayre c e i ve credit for only one of the following courses: BIOL 307 orBIOL 398V.BIOL 320 Fo rensic Bi o l o gy (3)An introduction to the basic principles of biology as applied tothe field of forensic science. Topics include the biological featuresand characteristics of various types of evidentiary materials, as wellas the basic principles of chemistry, cell biology, microbiology,and genetics that underlie various types of forensic analysis.BIOL 330 Applied Mi c ro b i o l o gy (4)(Fulfills the laboratory science requirement.) Prerequisite: BIOL230 or BSCI 223. A discussion of the ways microorganisms andmicrobiological principles are involved in industrial processes. Thecontrol of microorganisms, industrial fermentations, antibiotics,and sterilization are addressed. Students may receive credit foronly one of the following courses: BIOL 330 or MICB 310.BIOL 332 Mi c ro b i o l o gy and the Public (3)( For students not majoring or minoring in a science.) An ove rv i ewof the sociopolitical effects of microbial phenomena. The roles ofepidemic disease, water pollution, immunization re q u i rements, andsolid-waste disposal in the current social and political problems ofthe United States are assessed. Students may re c e i ve credit for onlyone of the following courses: BIOL 332 or MICB 322.132

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SBIOL 334 Vaccines and Society (3)(For students not majoring in a science.) An overview of thedevelopment and testing of vaccines, the prevention of disease byvaccines, and the role of vaccines in society. The scientific, clinical,and practical aspects of vaccines and vaccination are consideredwith regard to the immune system. Topics include the useof vaccines in disease prevention, epidemics, emerging infectiousagents, and biological terrorism. Topics are considered from ahistorical perspective, as well as in the context of current vaccinedevelopment research. Students may receive credit for only oneof the following courses: BIOL 334, BIOL 335, BIOL 398R,GNSC 398H, or MICB 388D.BIOL 335 Vaccine De velopment (3)(For students majoring or minoring in a science.) Prerequisite:BIOL 230 or BSCI 223. A discussion of the basic principlesof vaccine development, including bacterial and viral vaccines.Topics include whole organism and subunit vaccines, as well asthe use of adjuvants and animal models. Students may receivecredit for only one of the following courses: BIOL 334, BIOL335, BIOL 398R, GNSC 398H, or MICB 388D.BIOL 350 Molecular and Cellular Bi o l o gy (3)Pre requisite: BIOL 101, BIOL 105, BIOL 230, BSCI 105, orBSCI 223. An introduction to the basic stru c t u re and function ofcells, with an emphasis on eukaryotic cell biology. Topics includec e l l - c ycle growth and death; protein stru c t u re and metabolism; genereplication, re p a i r, recombination, and expression; RNA pro c e s s i n gand metabolism; and molecular transport, traffic, and signaling.The principles and uses of recombinant DNA and genetic engineeringtechnology are also discussed. Students may re c e i ve cre d i tfor only one of the following courses: BIOL 350 or BIOL 398S.BIOL 353 Mi c robial Genetics (3)Prerequisite: BIOL 230 or BSCI 223. An examination of geneticsystems in bacteria and bacterial viruses. Topics include bacterialand viral gene structure and function, fundamentals of mutation,regulation of gene expression in prokaryotes, mobile genetic elements,and transmission genetics. Emphasis is on the methods ofgenetic analysis used to study biological function, including bothclassical and molecular approaches. Students may receive creditfor only one of the following courses: BIOL 353 or MICB 380.BIOL 356 Molecular Bi o l o gy withL a b o r a t o ry (4)(For students majoring or minoring in a science. Fulfills the laboratoryscience requirement.) Prerequisite: BIOL 222, BIOL 230,BIOL 350, or BSCI 223. A laboratory study of current molecularbiology and genetic engineering procedures, including the isolationof DNA, RNA, and proteins; electrophoresis; the use ofrestriction enzymes; cloning procedures; polymerase chain reaction(PCR) analysis; and gene expression analysis. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: BIOL 355or BIOL 356.BIOL 357 Bi o i n f o rmatics (3)Recommended: Some background in either computer science orintroductory biology. An introduction to the use of computers inthe analysis of DNA and protein sequences and the significance ofthese analyses. Topics include genome analysis, evolutionary relationships,structure-function identification, pattern recognition,database searches and structures, and algorithms. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: BIOL 357or BIOL 398U.BIOL 360 De velopmental Bi o l o gy (3)Prerequisite: BIOL 101, BIOL 105, or BSCI 105. An overview ofanimal development, with an emphasis on the underlying cellularand molecular mechanisms that guide it. Topics include fertilization,embryonic cleavage, gastrulations, early vertebrate morphogenesis,neural development, fate determination by cytoplasmspecification and cell-cell interactions, transcriptional and posttranscriptionalgene regulation mechanisms that mediate developmentalprocesses, homeobox gene families, protein gradients,pattern formation, and sex determination and gametogenesis.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:BIOL 360 or BIOL 398T.BIOL 362 Ne u ro b i o l o gy (3)(For students majoring or minoring in a natural science or psychology.)Prerequisite: BIOL 101, BIOL 105, or BSCI 105.An in-depth discussion of the biology and development of thenervous system. Topics include neuronal structure and function,communication at the synapse, membrane receptors and intraandintercellular signaling systems, gene regulation, gross organizationof the brain and spinal cord, the processing of sensoryinformation, the programming of motor responses, and higherfunctions such as learning, memory, cognition, and speech.133

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SBIOL 398C Regulation of Gene Ex p ression (1)Prerequisite: BIOL 101 or BIOL 105. An analysis of the mechanismsby which gene expression is regulated. Topics include therole of DNA sequence and structure, transcription factors, andcell signaling in gene expression. Regulation is also consideredin the context of development, environmental influences, andhuman diseases.BIOL 398D The Ec o l o gy of Deep Se aHyd ro t h e rmal Vents (1)A study of the trench ecosystem and the organisms inhabiting theoceans’ deepest biological realm—home of the “black smokers”and the animals who live without benefit of sunlight and its associatedphotosynthetic activity. Topics include the geological, metabolic,and evolutionary significance of these remote regions; themethods used to study them (including the use of manned andunmanned submersibles); and the possible use of trenches asrefuge during global extinction events.BIOL 398F Ex t remeophiles (1)A survey of microbes that thrive in extreme environments, includingextremes in temperature, pH, hydration, and metal concentration.Topics include the utility of these organisms to industry andmedicine and the possibility of life in outer space.BIOL 398G Ba c t e ria and V i ruses (1)An introductory study of the basic structure, genetic and regulato ry systems, and life cycles of bacteria and viruses. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: BIOL 398G,BSCI 223, MICB 200, or MICB 388A.BIOL 398I Bi o t e c h n o l o gy and Ge n e t i cEn g i n e e ring (1)(Science background not required.) An introduction to the basicprinciples and applications of biotechnology and genetic engineeringto medicine, agriculture, and industry. Topics include genetherapy, cloning, the identification and isolation of genes involvedin human health and disease, diagnostic and forensic testing, thehuman genome project, bioremediation, microbial and plant bioengineering,and bioinformatics. Students may receive credit foronly one of the following courses: BIOL 398I or GNSC 398B.BIOL 398K Stem Cells in Society (1)An introduction to the biological principles that govern the origin,development, and utility of stem cells. Topics include thefeatures of stem cells, their various sources, and potential uses inmedicine, agriculture, and industry. The risks and legal and ethicalissues associated with stem cell technologies are also examined.BIOL 399 Independent Study in LifeScience (1–6)Prerequisite: 6 credits in upper-level BIOL courses and agreementof faculty member to act as supervisor. Directed independentstudy of topics of special interest not covered by regularly scheduledcourses in life sciences. May be repeated to a maximum of6 credits when topics differ.BIOL 400 Life Science Seminar (3)( For students majoring or minoring in a science.) Pre re q u i s i t e :BIOL 101, BIOL 105, or BSCI 105. An examination of curre n ttopics in the life sciences through seminars and discussions basedon re p re s e n t a t i ve publications in the recent and primary literature .BIOL 420 Ep i d e m i o l o gy and Public Health (2)Prerequisite: BIOL 230, BIOL 398G, or BSCI 223. A history ofepidemiology and its characteristic features. Topics include therole of vital statistics and the critical responsibilities of publichealth. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: BIOL 420 or MICB 420.BIOL 422 Ep i d e m i o l o gy of Em e r g i n gInfections (3)Prerequisite: BIOL 230, BIOL 398G, or BSCI 223. An investigationof factors contributing to the emergence of new infectiousdiseases and the resurgence of diseases once thought to have beencontrolled. Disease symptoms, patterns of spread, and possiblecontrol measures are examined for new infectious diseases (suchas Lyme disease and AIDS and those caused by E. coli 0157, theEbola virus, hantaviruses, and cryptosporidia). Resurgent diseases(such as small pox, anthrax, botulism, bubonic plague, dengue,influenza, tuberculosis, cholera, and malaria) and those caused byflesh-eating bacteria are also discussed. Students may receive creditfor only one of the following courses: BIOL 422 or MICB 388E.BIOL 430 Mi c robial Ph y s i o l o gy (3)Prerequisite: BIOL 230, BIOL 240, or BSCI 223. An investigationof the processes of growth in microbial cells and populations.Processes studied include the metabolism of fermentation, thephysiology of anaerobiosis, and the conservation and transformationof energy in bacterial membranes. Exploration covers the efficiencywith which energy is used for growth and the structure andtransport of membranes. Topics also include bacterial chemotaxisand the regulation of replication in bacterial chromosomes, theconnections between RNA and protein synthesis, and the controlof metabolic pathways. Students may receive credit for only oneof the following courses: BIOL 430 or MICB 470.134

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SBIOL 431 Mi c robial Ec o l o gy (3)Prerequisites: CHEM 243 and BIOL 230 (or BSCI 223). A studyof the interaction of microorganisms with the environment, withother microorganisms, and with higher organisms. Explorationcovers the roles of microorganisms in the biosphere and the relationof microorganisms to current environmental problems. Studentsmay receive credit for only one of the following courses:BIOL 431 or MICB 480.BIOL 434 General V i ro l o gy (3)(Students seeking to satisfy the laboratory science requirementshould take BIOL 435). Prerequisite: BIOL 230 or BSCI 223.A broad investigation of viruses. Topics include the physicaland chemical nature of viruses, methods of cultivation and assay,modes of replication, characteristics of the major viral groups,and the types of viral diseases. Emphasis is on viral genetics andthe oncogenic viruses. Students may receive credit for only oneof the following courses: BIOL 434, BIOL 435, MICB 460,or MICB 461.BIOL 435 General V i ro l o gy withL a b o r a t o ry (4)(Fulfills the laboratory science requirement.) Prerequisite: BIOL230 or BSCI 223. Compre h e n s i ve survey of viruses and techniquesfor their investigation. Topics include the physical and chemicaln a t u re of viruses, methods of cultivation and assay, modes of re p l i-cation, characteristics of the major viral groups, and the types ofviral diseases. Emphasis is on viral genetics and the oncogenic viru s e s.Students may re c e i ve credit for only one of the following courses:BIOL 434, BIOL 435, MICB 460, or MICB 461.BIOL 438 Im m u n o l o gy (4)(Fulfills the laboratory science requirement.) Prerequisite: BIOL230 or BSCI 223. An exposition of the principles of immunityand hypersensitivity. The fundamental techniques of immunologyare presented. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: BIOL 438 or MICB 450.BIOL 486A In t e rnship in Life ScienceT h rough Co-op (3)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programre q u i rements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combine academictheory with new, career-related experience in the life sciences.At least 12 hours per week must be devoted to new tasksfor a minimum of 180 hours during the Co-op session; four newtasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and the coursere q u i rements must be completed. May be repeated upon approva lof a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasks andobjectives related to biology and that continues to advance applicationof academic theory in the workplace. Students may earn upto 15 semester hours in all internship coursew o rk through Co-opt ow a rd a first bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semester hours tow a rda second bachelor’s degree. Co-op credits may not be used forgeneral education requirements and, unless otherwise specified,no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academic majorand minor (combined).BIOL 486B In t e rnship in Life ScienceT h rough Co-op (6)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programre q u i rements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combine academictheory with new, career-related experience in the life sciences.At least 20 hours per week must be devoted to new tasksfor a total of 300 hours during the Co-op session; five to eightnew tasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and thecourse requirements must be completed. May be repeated uponapproval of a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasksand objectives related to biology and that continues to advanceapplication of academic theory in the workplace. Students mayearn up to 15 semester hours in all internship coursew o rk thro u g hCo-op tow a rd a first bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semester hourst ow a rd a second bachelor’s degree. Co-op credits may not be usedfor general education requirements and, unless otherwise specified,no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academicmajor and minor (combined).135

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SBusiness and ManagementCourses in business and management (designated BMGT) may beapplied as appropriate (according to individual program requirements)toward• a major in business administration, finance, global businessand public policy, human resource management, managementstudies, or marketing;• a minor in business administration, business law and publicpolicy, business supply chain management, customer servicemanagement, finance, human resource management, internationalbusiness management, management studies, marketing,or strategic and entrepreneurial management;• a certificate in various business-related areas; and• electives.A description of the curriculum for the business administrationmajor and minor begins on p. 33. Descriptions of other relatedcurricula may be found on the following pages: business law andpublic policy (p. 35), business supply chain management (p. 35),customer service management (p. 47), finance (p. 52), globalbusiness and public policy (p. 61), human resource management(p. 67), international business management (p. 71), managementstudies (p. 75), marketing (p. 77), and strategic and entrepreneurialmanagement (p. 86).BMGT 110 In t roduction to Business andManagement (3)( For students with little or no business background. Re c o m m e n d e dpreparation for many other BMGT courses.) A survey of the fieldof business management. Topics include human relations, technologyin business, ethical behavior, the environment, global andeconomic forces, organization, quality, products and services,functional management, and current issues and developments.BMGT 304 Managing E-Commerce inOrganizations (3)An introduction to the history and design of Internet-based businessmodels (i.e., e-commerce) in organizations. Topics includee - c o m m e rce management principles, management of different typesof organizations, integration of human and information technologyre s o u rces, training and development, and use of information systems.In vestigation also covers knowledge management strategies;the management of business units to implement technological marketing(or e-marketing); the creation of new roles and re s p o n s i b i l i-ties for managers in the e-commerce environment of organizations;relationships among the Internet, government, and society; andf u t u re prospects of e-commerce. Students may re c e i ve credit foronly one of the following courses: BMGT 304 or BMGT 388M.BMGT 305 Knowledge Management (3)An introduction to the ways in which organizations create, identify,c a p t u re, process, and distribute knowledge. Topics include know l-edge generation and coordination, knowledge markets, know l e d g etransfer and skills, and knowledge management principles. Di s c u s -sion also covers new organizations and intellectual capital; the integrationof human re s o u rces, training and development, informationsystems and security, and business units to implement know l e d g emanagement strategies; and new roles and responsibilities fork n owledge workers. Students may re c e i ve credit for only one ofthe following courses: BMGT 305 or BMGT 388C.BMGT 309 Operations Re s e a rch forManagement Decisions (3)Prerequisite: BMGT 230, MATH 220, or STAT 230. A surveyof the philosophy and techniques of operations research and howthey relate to managerial decision making. Techniques coveredinclude linear programming, transportation and assignmentmodels, Markov processes, and inventory and queuing models.Emphasis is on formulating and solving decision problems in thefunctional areas of management. Students may receive credit foronly one of the following courses: BMGT 309 or BMGT 332.BMGT 312 Women in Business (3)Prerequisite: BMGT 110. An examination of women’s evolvingroles in the business world and the forces that have created changeand opportunities. Discussion explores how organizational theory,human resource practices, industrialization, and information technologyhave created new paths for professional growth. Studentsmay receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT312, BMGT 398I, or MGMT 398I.BMGT 313 Women as En t re p reneurs (3)A study of the qualities that help women excel in business. Topicsinclude the rapid increase in female-owned companies, especiallysmall businesses, and ways women have overcome the barriersthey face in starting a business. Discussion also covers the reasonsfor female exclusion from traditional financing alternatives andcurrent funding options for women. Inspirational real-life examplesof women who have achieved success are presented. Studentsmay receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT313 or BMGT 388H.136

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SBMGT 314 Women as Leaders (3)A study of the opportunities and challenges for women in leadershippositions. Focus is on increasing awareness of the unique talentsand skills of women and identifying ways to help womenchange historically self-limiting beliefs. Topics include personalperceptions, traditional stereotypes of femininity, and the evaluationof leadership and coaching skills. Success stories of leadingwomen managers illustrate the key principles. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 314or BMGT 388J.BMGT 317 Problem Solving for Managers (3)Presentation of the theoretical and practical aspects of strategiesused in solving problems, an activity that takes up much of themanager’s day. Approaches evaluated include holistic thinking, theuse of analogy, internal brainstorming and other methods of creativethinking, the development of an ability to shift perspectives,the scientific method, the analysis of language, systems analysis,and graphic representations. Case studies illustrate the definitionof the problem, the formulation of hypotheses, the collection andanalysis of data, and application to improve quality. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 317or TMGT 310.BMGT 324 Ho m e - Based Business (1)An introduction to the concept of the home-based business as asmall business. Topics include the costs and benefits of operatinga small home-based business venture and the types of businessesthat can be successfully operated from the home. Special considerationsand laws that apply to home-based business operationsare also covered. Students may receive credit for only one of thefollowing courses: BMGT 324, BMGT 398F, MGMT 324,MGMT 398B, or SBUS 398B.BMGT 325 The Sm a l l - Business Plan (1)An introduction to the preparation of a business plan for entryinto small business. Topics include locating and using primaryand secondary research to prepare a business plan, assessing formatsfor presenting it, finding sources of assistance in preparingit, writing it, and identifying who should prepare it. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 325,BMGT 398G, MGMT 325, MGMT 330, MGMT 398C, SBUS200, or SBUS 398C.BMGT 327 Financial Analysis and Pl a n n i n gfor En t re p reneurs (1)A foundation in the principles of ratio analysis for owners (orwould-be owners) of small businesses. Focus is on reading andinterpreting financial statements. Methods of developing and integratingplans for enhancing profitability and performance are presentedand explained. Students may receive credit for only one ofthe following courses: BMGT 327, BMGT 398D, MGMT 327,MGMT 398J, or SBUS 398A.BMGT 330 En t re p reneurship and Ne wVe n t u re Planning (3)Recommended: BMGT 364. An ove rv i ew of entre p reneurship andplanning new business ve n t u res for pro s p e c t i ve entre p reneurs andmanagers. Topics include developing entre p reneurial ideas and innovations;strategic planning; marketing re s e a rch, analysis, and planning;adve rtising, promotion, and sales; financial planning andfinancing; operations and services planning; human re s o u rces planningand management; analysis of risk; information managementstrategy and the Internet; legal aspects of new ve n t u re formation;and global venturing. En t re p reneurial theory, profiles and roles ofe n t re p reneurs, business life cycles, entre p reneurial behavior, use ofcomputer software to aid in planning, and entre p reneurial managementand technology issues are explored. Discussion and gro u pactivities focus on development of a business plan, the factors thatshould be considered, and the entre p re n e u r’s role in developing andoperating a new business. Students may re c e i ve credit for only oneof the following courses: BMGT 330, MGMT 330, or SBUS 200.BMGT 334 Managing New Ve n t u res (3)Pre requisite: Familiarity with new ve n t u re planning. Re c o m m e n d e d :BMGT 330. An exploration of the start-up and development ofbusiness ventures using an integrated approach to entrepreneurship,growth, and management. Topics include opportunities atdifferent stages, legal structure, production of goods and services,m a rketing strategies, access to capital and capital formation, policyformation, and development of a management philosophy. Explorationalso covers how entrepreneurs make decisions—on growthof the venture, organizational structure, information systems, softwareand hardware use, hiring key employees, and building ofcorporate culture. Problems and pitfalls to avoid, implementationand periodic review of the business plan, global issues, culturaldiversity, and the use of new technologies are considered. Studentsmay receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT334 or MGMT 334.137

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SBMGT 336 Managing Strategic Ve n t u reGrowth and In d u s t ry (3)Prerequisite: Familiarity with the business functions and factorsinvolved with planning and managing a new venture. Recommended:BMGT 330. A study of business ventures during thegrowth and maturity phases of development using an integratedapproach to entrepreneurial management. Growth problems,major issues, and management strategies for businesses in the laterstages of development are explored. Topics include budgeting andplanning for continued growth; developing new products, features,and product enhancements; and identifying new sourcesof capital and expanding into other domestic and global markets.Discussion covers how to implement cost controls, reorganizeto rekindle entrepreneurial intensity, encourage innovation, andmake staffing changes to achieve growth, as well as issues of culturaldiversity and the use of new technologies. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 336or MGMT 336.BMGT 337 Building the En t re p re n e u ri a lTeam (3)Pre requisite: Familiarity with business functions and factorsi n vo l ved with planning, organizing, and managing a new ve n t u re .Recommended: BMGT 330, BMGT 334, or BMGT 336. Anexploration of growing ve n t u res that focuses on the development ofthe business and key personnel and includes entre p reneurial humanre s o u rce and support issues, ethics, and accountability. The appropriatenessof the form of the ve n t u re — p a rt n e r s h i p, joint ve n t u re ,strategic alliance, or license—is examined. Topics include ways ofc o n t rolling and minimizing conflicts in the team; re c ruiting, motivating,and retaining team members; ensuring the re s p o n s i b i l i t yand accountability of team members; and managing the team.Functional responsibilities and relationships are also discussed.Analysis covers issues related to the organization’s stru c t u re, pro t e c-tion of pro p r i e t a ry information, intellectual pro p e rty assignment,location and performance of work, the evolving responsibility ofthe entre p re n e u r, negotiation with employees, and the multiculturale m p l oyee base. Students may re c e i ve credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 337 or MGMT 337.BMGT 339 Gove rnment and Bu s i n e s sContracting (3)(Designed for entrepreneurs in the public and private sectorsinvolved in evaluating contracting and grant opportunities indomestic and global environments.) An investigation of theopportunities available for new business development and governmentand business contracting, as well as the problems involved.Topics include various methods governments and businesses usein determining requirements, choosing the procurement method,evaluating contractors and grant proposals, setting terms andconditions for contracts, awarding contracts, and administeringcontracts. Both theory and practice are examined with respect toprocurement; purchasing procedures; types of contracts; cost andprice analysis; and methods of writing proposals, obtaining helpfulinformation, and establishing and maintaining internal controls.Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: BMGT 339, MGMT 220, or MGMT 339.BMGT 340 Business Finance (3)Prerequisites: BMGT 230 (or STAT 230) and ACCT 221. Anoverview of the theory, principles, and practices of financialmanagement in a business environment. Topics include financialanalysis and financial risk, characteristics and valuations of securities,capital investment analysis and decision making, the capitalstructure of the firm, financial leverage, and international finance.Emphasis is on the application of financial theory and methodsfor solving the problems of financial policy that managers face.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:BMGT 340, BMGT 341, MGMT 398D, or TMGT 320.BMGT 341 Finance for the No n f i n a n c i a lManager (3)(May be used as either a stand-alone survey course in finance oran introduction to higher-level finance courses for those who wishto pursue the subject further.) An introduction to the financialfundamentals needed by functional experts and upwardly mobilemanagers in human resources, marketing, production, and generalmanagement. Focus is on preparing to assume higher-level corporatepositions or undertaking entrepreneurial activities that requirea basic knowledge of finance. The world of finance and its argotand operations are presented in a simple, step-by-step manner.Topics include financial statements and forecasting, capitalbudgeting, project evaluation, working capital management, andinternational financial management. Emphasis is on practicalapplications more than theory. Students may receive credit foronly one of the following courses: BMGT 340, BMGT 341,MGMT 398D, or TMGT 320.138

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SBMGT 342 Fundamentals of BuildingWealth (3)(For students majoring in both business and nonbusiness disciplines.)A practical overview of personal finance management andcreation of wealth that blends financial theory and applications.The development of personal financial management skills (e.g.,budgeting income and expenditures and planning for financialsecurity and retirement) is encouraged, while an understandingof elements of the U.S. financial structure (including savings andinvestment alternatives, financing and credit sources, the role ofinsurance in protecting income and assets, and federal income taxissues) is provided. Students may receive credit for only one of thefollowing courses: BMGT 342 or BMGT 388N.BMGT 343 In vestments (3)Prerequisite: BMGT 340. An introduction to financial investments.Topics include securities and securities markets; the risksof investments, as well as returns and constraints on investments;portfolio policies; and institutional investment policies.BMGT 345 Pro p e rty and LiabilityInsurance (3)Prerequisites: BMGT 230 (or STAT 230) and ACCT 221.Analysis of the major types of property and casualty insurance,including fire, indirect loss, crime, automobile, ocean and inlandmarine, and liability insurance. Discussion covers substandard,residual, and reinsurance markets and current issues.BMGT 346 Risk Management (3)Prerequisites: BMGT 230 (or STAT 230) and ACCT 221.A study focusing on recognizing and evaluating the pure risksfacing organizations. Guides for risk-management decisions concerningthe retention, control, and transfer of risk (includinginsurance) are discussed.BMGT 347 Life Insurance (3)Prerequisite: ACCT 221. A study of the products and principlesof life insurance and health insurance in financial planning forbusinesses. Topics include pension-planning strategies, such asdeferred-compensation and profit-sharing plans; use of trusts inbusiness and in planning individual estates; and comprehensiveanalysis of the effects of income taxes, estate taxes, and gift taxeson life-insurance programming and estate planning.BMGT 361 Health Management (3)Conceptual and functional analysis and application of managementprinciples and theories for effective leadership in the health care servicesenvironment. Focus is on re l e vant theories of organization andmanagement, leadership, communication, motivation, and decisionmaking; organizational change and strategic planning; humanre s o u rce administration; and management control systems. Di s c u s -sion covers the stru c t u re of health systems in the United States andin other countries, current policy issues, and advocacy for publichealth and health care reform. Students may re c e i ve credit for onlyone of the following courses: BMGT 361 or HMGT 320.BMGT 364 Management and Or g a n i z a t i o nT h e o ry (3)Prerequisite: BMGT 110 or at least two years of business andmanagement experience. A study of the development of theoriesabout management and organizations. Processes and functions ofmanagement discussed include the communication process, therole of the manager as an organizer and director, the determinationof goals, and the allocation of responsibilities. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 364,TEMN 202, TEMN 300, TMGT 301, or TMGT 302.BMGT 365 Organizational Leadership (3)Prerequisite: BMGT 364. An exploration of the challenges toeffective leadership and management that the contemporarymanager faces in a rapidly changing environment. Focus is onleadership styles and motivational techniques conducive to highperformance in various organizational settings with a very diverseworkforce. Topics include issues in the design of organizations,the corporate/organizational culture, the design and enrichmentof jobs, and communication within organizations. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 365,MGMT 300, MGST 310, or TEMN 310.BMGT 366 Managing in the Public Sector (3)Conceptual and functional analysis and application of managementprinciples and strategies encompassing not-for-profit, state, and nonstateinstitutional and organizational actors, such as intergove r n m e n-tal and nongovernmental organizations (IGOs and NGOs), in thedomestic and global environments. Focus is on the nature and scopeof public management. Topics include theoretical, administrative ,ethical, and policy models of decision making and accountability;the dynamics of organizational behavior, bureaucratic stru c t u res, andp rocesses; core functionalities, strategies, and issues involving publicsectormanagement, planning, leadership, human re s o u rces, collecti ve bargaining, communications, and e-government; mark e t i n g ;public finance; international development projects; and gove r n a n c e .Students may re c e i ve credit for only one of the following courses:BMGT 366 or TMGT 305.139

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SBMGT 367 Health Insurance Analysis (3)An analysis of major health insurance issues and a study of healthinsurance administration for various health care entities, includingmanaged care providers. Topics include coverage by Medicare,Medicaid, and other health insurance programs and relationshipsbetween health network practices and insurance companies.Health insurance planning and programming are examined fromthe perspective of both businesses and health services providers.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:BMGT 367 or HMGT 498D.BMGT 369 Health Practice Management (3)Prerequisite: BMGT 361. Examination and application of healthcare practice theories and concepts in the management of medicine,health, and dental group services. Topics include both managedcare and fee-for-service payment arrangements and the influenceof insurance. Group practices examined include preferredprovider organizations, physician hospital organizations, independentpractice associations, management service organizations,and dental group practice networks. Analysis covers applied issuessuch as structuring compensation packages for professionals;negotiating contractual arrangements with insurance companies;and implementing regulatory guidelines for medical equipment,pharmaceutical storage, and dispensing. Discussion also reviewspolicy issues relevant to managed care, public financing, insurance,the employment of health care professionals, and legislativepolitics that affect health care management and practice. Studentsmay receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT369 or HMGT 498E.BMGT 372 Supply Chain and LogisticsManagement (3)Prerequisite: BMGT 364. An examination of logistics and supplychain systems. Focus is on analyzing, designing, and implementingsystems. Topics include supply chain management strategy,planning, and operations; the role of e-commerce; and financialfactors that influence decisions. Discussion also covers the tradeoffsbetween cost and service and between the purchase and supplyof raw materials; the warehousing and control of inventory;industrial packaging; materials handling within warehouses; andthe distribution of finished goods to customers required to minimizecosts, maximize profits, or increase customer service levels.BMGT 378 Legal En v i ronment of Business (3)(For students with little or no legal background.) An overview offundamental legal concepts and principles that affect business inthe relevant functional and regulatory environments in domesticand global settings. Emphasis is on the definition and applicationof legal principles and concepts through illustrative examples andcases. Topics include the interplay among business, ethics, andlaw; legal reasoning and research; the judicial system and conflictresolution; and torts and business crimes. Key concepts relatingto transactional aspects of business are defined; these includecontracts and business organizations, property, and governmentregulations in the human resource, marketing, and financialdimensions of business. Assignments include conducting relevantresearch using computer databases and networks (such as Lexisand the Web) as well as other methods for accessing information.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:BMGT 378 or BMGT 480.BMGT 380 Business Law I (3)(Strongly recommended for students seeking careers as CPAs,lawyers, or managers.) An in-depth conceptual and functionalanalysis and application of legal principles relevant to the conductand understanding of commercial business transactions in thedomestic and global environment. Topics include the legal, ethical,and social environment of business; agencies, partnerships,and other forms of business organizations; and contracts andsales agreements.BMGT 381 Business Law II (3)( St rongly recommended for students seeking careers as CPA s ,l a w yers, or managers.) Fu rther in-depth conceptual and functionalanalysis and application of legal principles re l e vant to the conductand understanding of commercial business transactions in thedomestic and global environment. Topics include personal and re a lp ro p e rt y, government regulations affecting employment and marketing,negotiable instruments, debtor/creditor relationships, andb a n k ruptcy and re o r g a n i z a t i o n .BMGT 375 Pro c u rement Management (3)Pre requisite: BMGT 364. An ove rv i ew of the pro c u rement pro c e s sin industry and its strategic importance in the global mark e t p l a c e .Topics include the purchasing process, re q u i rements planning, pricinganalysis, global competition, distribution, and value analysis.Students may re c e i ve credit for only one of the following courses:BMGT 375, MGMT 347, MGMT 375, or TEMN 360.140

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SBMGT 383 Planning and Control ofSe rvices (3)Prerequisites: BMGT 230 and 364. An overview of the operationsof manufacturing and service enterprises, concentrating on productionand operations management, planning, and control.Topics include demand forecasting, production/service planningand control, materials planning and control, and capacity planning.Case studies are used to analyze the manufacturing environmentin terms of operational planning, use of teams, teamwork,and decision making to solve problems that commonly confrontmanagers and supervisors. Fundamentals of the analytical methodare introduced early to help solve problems in the design, operation,and control of systems. Students may receive credit onlyonce under this course number and for only one of the followingcourses: BMGT 383, BMGT 385, MGMT 340, MGST 318, orTEMN 318.BMGT 384 Managing for Quality (3)(Not open to students who have previously taken MGST 398L,MGST 398M, or MGST 398N.) Prerequisites: BMGT 230 (orSTAT 230) and 364. A survey of methods used to apply principlesof total quality management (TQM) in various organizationalsettings to improve quality and productivity. Emphasis is onquality process, management issues in achieving quality, stabilizingquality, and improving quality. Topics include the evolution ofTQM theory; TQM models, tools, and techniques; the developmentof TQM teams; the production of graphs and charts; strategiesfor meeting customer expectations; benchmarking; six sigmaprinciples; and comparison of TQM applications. Spreadsheetand statistical software may be used to develop statistical processcontrol charts and graphs. Students may receive credit for onlyone of the following courses: BMGT 384, BMGT 425, orMGMT 425.BMGT 388B V i rtual Management (3)An ove rv i ew of the key organizational and individual issues invo l ve din technology-assisted organization and employee management, i.e.,v i rtual or distance management. Discussion covers principles of distancemanagement, technology, and dos and don’ts. Topics includegauging organization and employee readiness for technology-enabledcommunication and telecommuting; identifying appropriate jobtypes and flexibility options; applying effective communicationstrategies and methods when utilizing computers and telecommunicationtechnologies; and implementing and evaluating managementp ro c e d u res and policies in flexible organizations.BMGT 388F Personal FinancialManagement (1)(For students specializing in both business and nonbusiness disciplines.)A practical overview of personal finance management thatblends financial theory and applications. The development of personalfinancial management skills (e.g., budgeting income andexpenditures and planning for financial security and retirement) isencouraged, while an understanding of the U.S. financial structure(including savings and investment alternatives, financing andcredit sources, the role of insurance in protecting income andassets, and federal income tax issues) is provided.BMGT 391 Mo t i vation, Pe rf o rmance, andProductivity (3)Prerequisite: BMGT 364. An examination of the challenges ofmotivating employees. Topics include effective principles for jobdesign, theories and practices of successful leadership, the settingof goals and objectives, the development of reward systems, andthe attributes of effective managerial communication. The causesand impact of performance problems and methods for measuringmanagement practices are explored. Students may receive creditfor only one of the following courses: BMGT 391, BMGT 398S,or HRMN 394.BMGT 392 Global Business Management (3)( Fulfills the international perspective re q u i rement.) Pre re q u i s i t e s :BMGT 110 (or at least two years of business and managementexperience) and ECON 203. Examination and analysis of globalbusiness in its historical, theoretical, environmental, and functionaldimensions. Focus is on understanding the growing economici n t e rdependence of nations and its impact on managerial and corporatepolicy decisions that transcend national boundaries. To p i c sinclude the nature and scope of international business; the institutional,sociocultural, political, legal, ethical, and economic enviro n-ments; trade, foreign investment, and development; transnationalmanagement (including global operations), strategic planning,human re s o u rces, marketing, and finance; and international businessdiplomacy and conflict resolution. Students may re c e i ve cre d i tfor only one of the following courses: BMGT 392, MGMT 305,or TMGT 390.BMGT 393 Real Estate Principles I (3)(Designed to fulfill the requirements for the Maryland licensingexamination to sell real estate.) Prerequisite: ECON 203 orECON 205. A survey of the principles, definitions, and usesof real estate. Topics include real estate as a business, problemsof construction and home ownership, city planning, and publiccontrol and ownership of real estate.141

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SBMGT 394 Real Estate Principles II (3)(Designed to fulfill the requirements for the Maryland licensingexamination to sell real estate.) Prerequisite: BMGT 393. A continuationof the study of real estate. Topics include principles,definitions, professional issues and problems, construction andownership problems, and other major aspects of real estate sales.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:BMGT 394 or BMGT 398H.BMGT 398 Special Topics in Business andManagement (1–3)In t e n s i ve inquiry into special topics in business and managementthat reflect the changing needs and interests of students and faculty.BMGT 411 Business Pe rf o rmance (3)Presentation of analytical approaches to comprehend and solvebusiness performance problems. Focus is on powe rful techniquesfor solving problems of managing people and for understandingtheir behavior in organizations. Topics include how to re c o g n i ze ,pinpoint, and analyze issues; develop solutions; and make decisions.Complex real-world situations that confront managers and supervisorsin a business environment or organization are considere d .Discussion covers techniques for identifying and choosing amonggoals and strategies, resolving operational and structural difficulties,and making decisions based on knowns and unknowns and pro sand cons using a practical approach tow a rd problems. The techniquesprovided are applicable to knowledge-, manufacturing-,s e rvice-, or government-based organizations. Students mayre c e i ve credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 411or TMGT 411.BMGT 412 Business Evaluation andRe e n g i n e e ring (3)A survey of the techniques and methodologies used to determinewhether business processes are operating successfully and how toreengineer them for efficiency, economy, productivity, and competitiveadvantage. Topics include identifying the goals and objectivesof a business program, examining the use of specific researchdesigns for collecting data, collecting and using data/informationfor analysis and evaluation, and recognizing the functions that statisticsserve in evaluation processes. Review also covers technologyand business process reengineering and some tools for businessreengineering. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: BMGT 412 or TMGT 412.BMGT 436 Managing En t re p re n e u ri a lVe n t u res (3)Pre requisite: BMGT 330 or familiarity with the business functionsand factors invo l ved with planning and managing an entre p re n e u r-ial ve n t u re. An exploration of entre p reneurial management andstrategies in various competitive situations and stages of deve l o p-ment. Topics include the development of partnerships, jointve n t u res, strategic alliances, and licensing. Issues re g a rding management,financing, marketing, production, administration, humanresources, and growth of the business are analyzed. Discussionc overs strategies and tactics using environmental scanning, analysis,and planning and decision making (including re v i ewing re l e va n toptions and opportunities, forecasting demand and sales, estimatingcosts, and developing pro forma financial statements) by entre p reneurs.Potential business opportunities are assessed using exe rc i s e s ,case studies, and re s e a rch related to new technologies, innova t i o n ,competition, economic and social change, governmental re g u l a t i o nand laws, major product and service features, organizational andhuman re s o u rce issues, information management, global issues,financial management, marketing, operations, and customer serv i c e .Students may re c e i ve credit for only one of the following courses:BMGT 436, BMGT 461, or MGMT 461.BMGT 440 Financial Management (3)Prerequisite: BMGT 340. Analysis and discussion of the financialdecisions of national and multinational corporations, based oncase studies and reading. Financial principles and concepts areapplied to solve financial problems and make financial and corporatepolicy at the executive level. Topics include assessment of thefinancial health of the organization, short- and long-term financialmanagement, project and company valuation, cost of capital,risk analysis, investment decisions, and capital markets.BMGT 443 Se c u rity Analysis and Valuation (3)Prerequisite: BMGT 343. A study of concepts, methods, models,and empirical findings. Theory is applied to the analysis, valuation,and selection of securities, especially common stock.BMGT 444 Fu t u res Contracts and Options (3)Prerequisite: BMGT 343. A study of institutional features andthe economic rationale underlying markets in futures and options.Topics include hedging, speculation, structure of futures prices,interest-rate futures, efficiency in futures markets, and stock andcommodity options.142

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SBMGT 445 Commercial BankManagement (3)Prerequisite: BMGT 340. An analysis and discussion of cases andreadings in commercial bank management. Discussion covers theloan function and the management of liquidity reserves, investmentsfor income, and sources of funds. The objectives, functions,policies, organization, structure, services, and regulations of banksare considered.BMGT 446 In t e rnational Finance (3)Prerequisite: BMGT 340. Analysis and discussion of financialmanagement issues from the perspective of the multinationalfirm. Topics include the organization and functions of foreignexchange and international capital markets, international capitalbudgeting, financing foreign trade, and designing a global financingstrategy. Emphasis is on how to manage financial exchangeand political risks while maximizing benefits from global opportunitiesfaced by the firm.BMGT 464 Organizational Behavior (3)Prerequisites: BMGT 110 (or at least two years of business andmanagement experience) and 364. An examination of researchand theory on the forces underlying the way members of anorganization behave. Topics include the behavior of work groupsand supervisors, intergroup relations, employees’ goals and attitudes,problems in communication, the circumstances of changein an organization, and the goals and design of an organization.BMGT 465 Organization De velopment andChange (3)Pre requisite: BMGT 364. An introduction to a method of makingorganizations and individuals more adaptive and pro d u c t i ve. T h eo b j e c t i ve is to help organizations cope with change. Techniques ofi n t e rvention (such as team building, process consultation, feedback,and conflict resolution) are introduced and explained. Students mayre c e i ve credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 465,MGMT 398K, MGMT 465, or TMGT 350.BMGT 481 Management of Public Bu s i n e s sEn t e r p rises (3)Conceptual, functional, and policy analysis of public businessenterprises, including telecommunications, energy, transportation,and utility industries in the domestic and global environments.Focus is on salient management and strategic issues affectingbusiness decisions.BMGT 482 Business and Gove rnment (3)Prerequisite: BMGT 110 (or at least two years of business andmanagement experience). A study of the role of government inthe modern economy and the intricate relationships between thepublic and private sectors in the domestic and global environments.Emphasis is on the regulatory and public policy dimensionsof government intervention, the promotion of business,corporate responses to government action, and social responsibilityand governance issues in the changing domestic and globalmarketplaces. Students may receive credit for only one of thefollowing courses: BMGT 482 or TMGT 340.BMGT 484 Managing Teams inOrganizations (3)Pre requisite: BMGT 364. An examination of how and why teamd e velopment can be effective in organizations and when it is appropriate.Topics include group dynamics, stages of group deve l o p-ment, team-building techniques, team goals and leadership, andinterpersonal and individual skills to foster cohesion and effectivep e rformance. Students may re c e i ve credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 484, BMGT 498H, or MGMT 498H.BMGT 486A In t e rnship in Business andManagement T h rough Co-op (3)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in businessand management. At least 12 hours per week must be devoted tonew tasks for a minimum of 180 hours during the Co-op session;four new tasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; andthe course requirements must be completed. May be repeatedupon approval of a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates newtasks and objectives related to business and management and thatcontinues to advance application of academic theory in the workplace.Students may earn up to 15 semester hours in all internshipcoursework through Co-op toward a first bachelor’s degree andup to 9 semester hours toward a second bachelor’s degree. Co-opcredits may not be used for general education requirements and,unless otherwise specified, no more than 6 Co-op credits may beused in the academic major and minor (combined).143

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SBMGT 486B In t e rnship in Business andManagement T h rough Co-op (6)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in businessand management. At least 20 hours per week must be devoted tonew tasks for a total of 300 hours during the Co-op session; fiveto eight new tasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal;and the course requirements must be completed. May be repeatedupon approval of a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates newtasks and objectives related to business and management and thatcontinues to advance application of academic theory in the workplace.Students may earn up to 15 semester hours in all internshipcoursework through Co-op toward a first bachelor’s degree andup to 9 semester hours toward a second bachelor’s degree. Co-opcredits may not be used for general education requirements and,unless otherwise specified, no more than 6 Co-op credits may beused in the academic major and minor (combined).BMGT 487 Project Management I (3)(The first course in the two-course series BMGT 487–488.)Prerequisite: BMGT 364. An introduction to project managementprinciples, concepts, and software applications and anexploration of project management applications in introductoryproject situations. Project management is examined in terms ofpractical applications and practices. Appropriate organizationalstructures, such as collegial and matrix types, are described andassessed. Discussion also covers the practical considerations ofdesigning a project management system. Students may receivecredit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 487 orTMGT 430.BMGT 488 Project Management II (3)(The second course in the two-course series BMGT 487–488.)Prerequisite: BMGT 487. An exploration of project managementapplications beyond introductory projects. Emphasis is on theapplication of project management concepts and software applications.Assignments include designing a project management systemfrom beginning to end. Projects depict real-world situationssuch as production in research, high-technology manufacturing,and engineering firms; information systems implementations;service business and e-commerce projects; and consulting practices.Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: BMGT 488 or TMGT 430.BMGT 491 Ex p l o ring the Fu t u re (3)Prerequisite: BMGT 364. An examination of how to analyze anddevelop alternate ways of seeing the future. The interactions ofpopulation, technology, political and economic systems, values,and leadership are investigated. Discussion covers techniquesfuturists use, including scenario construction, trend analysis,the futures wheel, and environmental scanning. Techniques areapplied in societal, professional, and personal settings. Studentsmay receive credit for only one of the following courses: BEHS480, BMGT 491, MGMT 398H, TMGT 401, or TMGT 480.BMGT 495 Strategic Management (3)( Intended as a final, capstone course to be taken in a student’s last30 semester hours.) Pre requisites: BMGT 340 and 364 and MRKT310. An ove rv i ew of general management and the continuous, systematicprocess of managerial planning, including enviro n m e n t a lscanning and the development of plans and strategies to gain compe t i t i ve advantage. Case studies, projects, and discussion highlighttactical and strategic management issues. Access to spreadsheet softwa re is recommended to analyze case studies and develop strategicplanning information, charts, and graphs. Students may re c e i vec redit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 495, HMGT430, MGMT 495, or TMGT 380.BMGT 496 Business Ethics (3)(Fulfills the civic responsibility perspective requirement.) A studyof the relationship of business ethics and social responsibility inboth domestic and global settings. Ethical and moral considerationsof corporate conduct, social responsibilities, policies, andstrategies are explored. Emphasis is on the definition, scope,application, and analysis of ethical values as they relate to issuesof public consequence in the context of the functional areas ofbusiness at both the domestic and global levels.BMGT 497 Implementing BusinessSt r a t e gy (3)Pre requisites: ACCT 221 (or ACCT 301) and BMGT 364. A studyof the implementation and management of business strategy. Fo c u sis on linkages among and management of organizational, cro s s -d e p a rtm ental, and individual initiatives to execute strategies anda c h i e ve business objectives. Cu r rent performance is analyzed todetermine how to develop process measures for customer serv i c e ,g rowth, and profitability in setting targets for future perf o r m a n c e .Students may re c e i ve credit for only one of the following courses:BMGT 497, BMGT 498M, or MGMT 498M.144

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SBMGT 498J Legal Aspects of Te c h n o l o gyManagement (3)An examination and analysis of legal and policy issues involvingthe development, acquisition, application, and use of technologyand their impact on business and management in the domesticand global environments. Topics include intellectual propertyissues encompassing patent, copyright, and trademark protectionsin information and biotechnology; privacy and security concerns;domain names; government regulation and antitrust; softwarelicensing; tort and computer crimes; and consumer protection.The role of global institutions is also explored.BMGT 498O The Global Manager andPublic Policy (3)Prerequisite: BMGT 392. Examination and analysis of the institutionaldimensions of public policy in the international arenaand their strategic impact on the decisions of the global manager.Focus is on the conceptual and functional definition and applicationof global public policy, including the role of nongovernmentalorganizations (NGOs), in the context of leadership andethical responsibilities across national borders and cultures. Topicsinclude the transnational policy implications of global regimesspanning the relevant areas of business and global governance.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:BMGT 498O or MGMT 498O.BMGT 498P In t e rnational Business Law (3)Prerequisite: BMGT 380. A conceptual and functional analysisand application of transnational legal principles relevant to theconduct and understanding of global business and economictransactions. Topics include the international legal environmentand process; transactional dimensions, including business formsand foreign investments; international and regional organizations;international contracts and sales; the regulation of internationaltrade; national and international economic controls; legal aspectsof management, marketing, and finance that focus on globalissues related to employment, the environment, technologytransfer, and trade financing; and dispute resolution.BMGT 498Q Financial Analysis (3)(For students with general business interests, as well as thosemajoring or minoring in accounting or finance.) Prerequisite:ACCT 221. An analysis and interpretation of financial statementsdirected at the decision-making needs of managers, stockholders,and creditors. Topics include assessment of business performance,projection of financial requirements, analysis of capital investmentdecisions and financing choices, risk assessment, and valuation.Career PlanningCourses in career planning (designated CAPL) may be appliedtoward• electivesCAPL 398A Ca reer Planning Management (1)A survey of strategies for managing career change. Strategies focuson identifying and evaluating skills, self-marketing, and tappinginto the hidden job market. Topics include résumé development,informational interviewing, salary negotiation, tips for career success,and the complicated federal hiring process.ChemistryCourses in chemistry (designated CHEM) may be applied asappropriate (according to individual program requirements)toward• the general education requirement in the biological andphysical sciences;• a minor in natural science; and• electives (including related requirements for the environmentalmanagement major).A description of the curriculum for the natural science minorbegins on p. 80. A description of the requirements for the environmentalmanagement major begins on p. 50.CHEM 103 General Chemistry I (4)(For students majoring or minoring in a science; not appropriatefor nonscience students fulfilling general education requirements.Fulfills the laboratory science requirement.) Prerequisite: MATH107 or MATH 115. A study of the nature and composition ofmatter. Elements, inorganic compounds, and chemical calculationsare covered. Students may receive credit for only one of thefollowing courses: CHEM 102, CHEM 103, CHEM 105,CHEM 107, or CHEM 121.CHEM 113 General Chemistry II (4)( For students majoring or minoring in a science; not appropriate fornonscience students fulfilling general education re q u i rements. Fu l -fills the laboratory science re q u i rement.) Pre requisite: CHEM 103 orCHEM 105. A study of kinetics; homogeneous, heterogeneous, andionic equilibria; ox i d a t i o n / reduction reactions; electro c h e m i s t ry; andc h e m i s t ry of the elements. Students may re c e i ve credit for only oneof the following courses: CHEM 113 or CHEM 115.145

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SCHEM 231 Organic Chemistry I (3)( Formerly CHEM 233. Not open to students who have completedCHEM 233 or CHEM 237. For students majoring or minoringin a science; not appropriate for nonscience students fulfilling generaleducation re q u i rements.) Pre requisite(s): CHEM 113, CHEM135–136, or CHEM 153, with a grade of C or better. The chemis t ry of carbon: aliphatic compounds, aromatic compounds, stere o-c h e m i s t ry, arenes, halides, alcohols, esters and spectro s c o p y. St u d e n t smay re c e i ve credit for only one of the following courses: CHEM104, CHEM 231, CHEM 233, or CHEM 235.CHEM 232 Organic ChemistryL a b o r a t o ry I (1)( Formerly CHEM 233. Not open to students who have completedCHEM 104, CHEM 233, or CHEM 237. For students majoringor minoring in a science; not appropriate for nonscience studentsfulfilling general education re q u i rements. Fulfills the laboratory sciencere q u i rement.) Pre requisite(s): CHEM 113, CHEM 135–136, or CHEM 153, with a grade of C or better. Core q u i s i t e :CHEM 231. Provides experience in developing some basic laborato ry techniques, re c rystallizaton, distillation, extraction, chro m a -t o g r a p h y. Students may re c e i ve credit for only one of the follow i n gcourses: CHEM 104, CHEM 231, CHEM 232, or CHEM 237.CHEM 241 Organic Chemistry II (3)(For students majoring or minoring in a science; not appropriatefor nonscience students fulfilling general education requirements.)Prerequisite(s): CHEM 231–232, CHEM 233, orCHEM 237, with a grade of C or better. A continuation ofCHEM 231 with emphasis on molecular structure, substitutionreactions, carbonium ions, aromaticity, synthetic process, andmacromolecules. Students may receive credit for only one of thefollowing courses: CHEM 241, CHEM 243, or CHEM 247.CHEM 242 Organic ChemistryL a b o r a t o ry II (1)(For students majoring or minoring in a science; not appropriatefor nonscience students fulfilling general education requirements.Fulfills the laboratory science re q u i rement.) Pre requisite(s): CHEM231–232, CHEM 233, or CHEM 237, with a grade of C or better.Corequisite: CHEM 241. Synthetic organic chemistry throughfunctional group manipulation, introduction to instru m e n t a t i o nessential to analysis and stru c t u re elucidation. Students may re c e i vec redit for only one of the following courses: CHEM 242, CHEM243, or CHEM 247.CHEM 243 Organic Chemistry II (4)(For students majoring or minoring in a science; not appropriatefor nonscience students fulfilling general education requirements.Fulfills the laboratory science requirement. A continuation ofCHEM 233.) Prerequisite: CHEM 233 with a grade of C or better.Further study of organic chemistry. Emphasis is on molecularstructure, substitution reactions, carbonium ions, aromaticity,synthetic processes, and macromolecules. Students may receivecredit for only one of the following courses: CHEM 243 orCHEM 245.Communication StudiesCourses in communication studies (designated COMM) may beapplied as appropriate (according to individual program requirements)toward• the general education requirement in communications;• a major or minor in communication studies;• a minor in journalism or speech communication;• a certificate in Workplace Communications; and• electives.All 3-credit COMM courses (except COMM 300, 379A, 380,400, 486A, 486B, and 493) may be applied toward the generaleducation requirement in communications for another writingcourse, but not toward the general education requirement inupper-level intensive writing.COMM 293, 300, 380, 390, 395, 400, 490, 491, 492, 493,494, 495, and 496 may be applied toward the general educationrequirement in communications for a third writing course or aspeech communication course.Only COMM 393, 393X, 394, and 394X (as well as ENGL 391and 391X) are designated as writing intensive and may be appliedtoward the general education requirement in upper-level intensivewriting.Specific COMM courses may be recommended in relation to specificmajors and minors. Students should check the descriptionsof their curricula.A description of the curriculum for the communication studiesmajor and minor begins on p. 36. Descriptions of other relatedcurricula may be found on the following pages: journalism (p. 72)and speech communication (p. 85).146

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SCOMM 293 Technical Re p o rt Writing (3)(Formerly ENGL 293. Fulfills the general education requirementin communications.) Prerequisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X.An introduction to the process of technical writing. Discussioncovers conducting audience and needs analyses; organizing andwriting clear, precise, grammatically correct technical prose; andproducing a variety of routine technical reports and correspondence.Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: COMM 293 or ENGL 293.COMM 300 Communication T h e o ry (3)(Fulfills the general education requirement in communications,but is not a writing course.) Prerequisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL101X. An introduction to the study of communication theory.The basic theories of human communication and their applicationsin the contexts of interpersonal, small-group, organizational,public, and intra/intercultural communication are analyzed. Therelationship between communication theory, research, and practiceis explored. Topics range from communication as a way of“knowing” to contemporary issues associated with computermediatedcommunication.COMM 319A Designing and De l i ve ri n gEf f e c t i ve Presentations (1)A simulation of a presentation project from conception, thro u g hc reation and selection of visual aids, to delive ry and eva l u a t i o n .Focus is on conducting an audience analysis, developing a pre s e n t a-tion plan, building a presentation using traditional or multimediare s o u rces, delivering the presentation, and evaluating the re s u l t s .COMM 319C Copyright and Creativity:A Guide for Writers and Artists (1)An introduction to the concepts and issues associated with currentinterpretation of intellectual property laws as they apply tothe creative professions. Case studies in copyright and patent laware used to demonstrate how to protect creative work. Assignmentsmay include a short paper and a final examination.COMM 379A Critical Pe r s p e c t i ves in Ma s sCommunications (3)(Fulfills the general education requirement in communications,but is not a writing course.) An in-depth examination of communicationstheory. Topics include media uses, interaction andimpact, and ethical issues surrounding the development and disseminationof mass media. The roles, behavior, messages, andcontrol of mass media producers are examined. Emphasis is oncritical thinking and analysis of vital aspects of pervasive elementsof popular culture, such as news, advertising, children’s entertainment,and a free press.COMM 380 Language in Social Contexts (3)(Fulfills the general education requirement in communications,but is not a writing course.) Prerequisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL101X. An examination of the linguistic components of languages,with special emphasis on the English language, its origins, continueddevelopment, and use in speaking and writing. Categoriesof speech and methods of written communication are examinedfrom the perspective of regional and social variation. Discussioncovers cultural, gender, and racial variations as well as underlyingperspectives and assumptions.COMM 390 Writing for Managers (3)(Fulfills the general education requirement in communications.)Prerequisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X. A practicum in thekinds of writing skills that managers need for the workplace.Communication skills emphasized include planning information,developing reader-based prose, improving personal writing performanceand guiding the writing of subordinates, and masteringsuch writing tasks as strategic plans and performance appraisals.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:COMM 390 or HUMN 390.COMM 393 Technical Writing (3)(Students for whom English is a second language should considertaking COMM 393X instead. Fulfills the general educationrequirement in intensive upper-level writing.) Prerequisite: ENGL101 or ENGL 101X. The writing of technical papers and reports.Focus is on building skills in critical thinking, research, and documentdesign. Assignments include composing a total of 6,000words (approximately 25 pages) in various formats (e.g., the oralpresentation, the résumé, correspondence, manuals, procedures,instructions, and different types of reports, including proposal,progress, analytic, and feasibility). Students may receive credit foronly one of the following courses: COMM 393, COMM 393X,ENGL 393, or ENGL 393X.COMM 393X Technical Writing (3)(Enrollment restricted to students for whom English is a secondlanguage. Fulfills the general education requirement in intensiveupper-level writing.) Prerequisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X.The writing of technical papers and reports. Focus is on buildingskills in critical thinking, research, and document design. Assignmentsinclude composing a total of 6,000 words (approximately25 pages) in various formats (e.g., the oral presentation, therésumé, correspondence, manuals, procedures, instructions, anddifferent types of reports, including proposal, progress, analytic,and feasibility). Students may receive credit for only one of thefollowing courses: COMM 393, COMM 393X, ENGL 393,or ENGL 393X.147

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SCOMM 394 Business Writing (3)(Students for whom English is a second language should considertaking COMM 394X instead. Fulfills the general educationrequirement in intensive upper-level writing.) Prerequisite: ENGL101 or ENGL 101X. An introduction to professional workplacewriting. Topics include context, purpose, audience, style, organization,format, technology, results, and strategies for persuasionwhen writing typical workplace messages. In addition to shorterassignments, a substantial formal report that incorporates dataanalysis and support for conclusions or recommendations isrequired. Assignments include composing a total of 6,000 words(approximately 25 pages). Students may receive credit for onlyone of the following courses: COMM 394, COMM 394X,ENGL 394, or ENGL 394X.COMM 394X Business Writing (3)( En rollment restricted to students for whom English is a secondlanguage. Fulfills the general education re q u i rement in intensiveu p p e r - l e vel writing.) Pre requisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X.An introduction to professional workplace writing. Topics includecontext, purpose, audience, style, organization, format, technology,results, and strategies for persuasion when writing typical work p l a c emessages. In addition to shorter assignments, a substantial formalre p o rt that incorporates data analysis and support for conclusionsor recommendations is re q u i red. Assignments include composing atotal of 6,000 words (approximately 25 pages). Students may re c e i vec redit for only one of the following courses: COMM 394, COMM394X, ENGL 394, or ENGL 394X.COMM 400 Communication and the Law (3)(No previous study of law required. Fulfills the general educationrequirement in communications, but is not a writing course.)Prerequisite: JOUR 201 or a 300-level COMM course. An examinationof the important legal issues that affect professional communicators.Topics include copyright, intellectual property, fairuse, privacy, freedom of information, freedom of speech, andfreedom of the press, as well as issues raised by the growth of theInternet, the use of digital technologies, and the creation of mediacontent. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: COMM 400 or JOUR 400.COMM 486A In t e rnship in CommunicationStudies T h rough Co-op (3)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combine academictheory with new, career-related experience in communicationstudies. At least 12 hours per week must be devoted to newtasks for a minimum of 180 hours during the Co-op session; fournew tasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and thecourse requirements must be completed. May be repeated uponapproval of a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasksand objectives related to communication studies and that continuesto advance application of academic theory in the workplace.Students may earn up to 15 semester hours in all internshipcoursework through Co-op toward a first bachelor’s degree andup to 9 semester hours toward a second bachelor’s degree. Co-opcredits may not be used for general education requirements and,unless otherwise specified, no more than 6 Co-op credits may beused in the academic major and minor (combined).COMM 486B In t e rnship in CommunicationStudies T h rough Co-op (6)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combine academictheory with new, career-related experience in communicationstudies. At least 20 hours per week must be devoted to newtasks for a total of 300 hours during the Co-op session; five toeight new tasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; andthe course requirements must be completed. May be repeatedupon approval of a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates newtasks and objectives related to communication studies and thatcontinues to advance application of academic theory in the workplace.Students may earn up to 15 semester hours in all internshipcoursework through Co-op toward a first bachelor’s degree andup to 9 semester hours toward a second bachelor’s degree. Co-opcredits may not be used for general education requirements and,unless otherwise specified, no more than 6 Co-op credits may beused in the academic major and minor (combined).COMM 490 Seminar in Te c h n i c a lCommunication (3)(Fulfills the general education requirement in communications.)Prerequisites: COMM 300 and either COMM 393 or COMM394. An exposition of current issues and methods in creating,maintaining, storing, and revising technical information. Topicsinclude the review of textual and online resources useful to technicalcommunicators and the requirements for a professional portfolio.Emphasis is on professional communication practices.Assignments include oral presentations. Students may receivecredit only once under this course number and for only one ofthe following courses: COMM 490 or ENGL 489A.148

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SCOMM 491 Technical Editing (3)(Fulfills the general education requirement in communications.)Prerequisite: COMM 393 or COMM 394. Recommended:ENGL 281 or familiarity with grammar. A systematic approachto methods of preparing a document for publication or otherdisseminations. Discussion addresses the full range of editinglevels (copyediting, substantive editing, and document design)and includes an overview of design goals that reflect specific readersand purposes. Students may receive credit for only one of thefollowing courses: COMM 491 or ENGL 489B.COMM 492 Grant and Proposal Writing (3)(Fulfills the general education requirement in communications.)Prerequisite: COMM 393 or COMM 394. An advanced studyof technical writing, focusing on composing competitive pro p o s a l sin response to a Request for Proposals (RFP) and other fundingsolicitations from the federal government and community and privatesources. Discussion covers stages of the pro p o s a l - d e ve l o p m e n tp rocess, including re s e a rching the funding agency for its mission,target populations, and problems of interest; assessing the RFP todetermine evaluation criteria; and assembling the re q u i red elementsof a successful proposal. Assignments include working in teams top re p a re a competitive proposal. Students may re c e i ve credit for onlyone of the following courses: COMM 492 or ENGL 489C.COMM 495 Seminar in Wo rk p l a c eCommunication (3)(Primarily for students planning careers as communication professionals,but useful for managers and other professionals. Fulfillsthe general education requirement in communications.) Prerequisites:COMM 300 and either COMM 393 or COMM 394.A capstone study of public relations writing. Emphasis is onenhancing advanced-level writing skills and developing flexibilityin changing writing tone from piece to piece. How to producevarious communications (such as press releases, feature stories,fact sheets, and executive speeches) is examined. Elements ofdocument design are also covered.COMM 496 Writing for the ComputerIn d u s t ry (3)(Fulfills the general education requirement in communications.)Prerequisite: A 300-level writing course. Recommended: COMM393. Study of and practice in the designing, writing, testing, publishing,and maintaining of effective user documentation andother software development documents. The assumption is madethat software tools, as well as their documentation, should relatedirectly to user tasks. Emphasis is on the difference between writingsuccessfully for publication on paper and for display on thecomputer screen.COMM 493 Gr a p h i c s / Text Integration (3)(Fulfills the general education requirement in communications,but is not a writing course. While using desktop publishing programsis necessary to the course, instruction on the software is notprovided.) Prerequisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X. An introductionto graphic design theory that explores the integration of textand graphics in formal and practical design. Topics include organizinginformation, developing strategic design solutions to enhancecommunication, and applying critical and creative processes toproduce and evaluate design.COMM 494 Publishing a Newsletter (3)(Fulfills the general education requirement in communications.)Prerequisite: A 300-level writing course. The planning, writing,designing, and production of newsletters for various publics.Concepts are presented for targeting writing to specific audiences,improving readability, and for using typography and design effectively.Discussion also covers newsletter formats, the applicationof desktop publishing to newsletter layout and design, and commercialprinting. Assignments include writing several articles andparticipating in a group project.149

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SComputer and InformationScienceCourses in computer and information science (designated CMIS)may be applied as appropriate (according to individual programrequirements) toward• the general education requirement in computing;• a major in computer and information science, computerinformation technology, or computer studies;• a minor in computer studies;• a certificate in Database Design and Development, Object-Oriented Design and Programming, Software Engineering,UNIX System Administration, or Web Programming; and• electives.Students without recent experience in problem solving with computersmust take CMIS 102. It is recommended that for the firsttwo semesters students should not take two (or more) courses thatinvolve programming. The suggested sequence of courses (for studentswho already have the prerequisite knowledge for CMIS140) is CMIS 140 and 160 in the first semester followed byCMIS 240 and 310 in the second.A description of the curriculum for the computer and informationscience major begins on p. 39. Descriptions of other computerrelatedcurricula may be found on the following pages: computerinformation technology (p. 40), computer science (p. 42), computerstudies (p. 43), and information systems management (p. 70).CMIS 102 In t roduction to Problem So l v i n gand Algorithm Design (3)A study of techniques for finding solutions to problems throughstructured programming and step-wise refinement. Topics includeprinciples of programming, the logic of constructing a computerprogram, and the practical aspects of integrating program modulesinto a cohesive whole. Algorithms are used to demonstrateprogramming as an approach to problem solving, and basic featu res of a modern object-oriented language are illustrated. St u d e n t smay receive credit for only one of the following courses: CMIS102, CMIS 102A, or CMSC 101.CMIS 141 In t ro d u c t o ry Programming (3)(Not open to students who have taken CMIS 340. The firstin a sequence of courses in Java.) Prerequisite: CMIS 102.Recommended: MATH 107. A study of structured and objectorientedprogramming using the Java language. Discussion coversthe discipline, methodologies, and techniques of software development.Algorithms and simple data structures are developedand implemented in Java; object-oriented concepts are applied.Students may re c e i ve credit for only one of the following courses:CMIS 141 or CMIS 141A.CMIS 160 Di s c rete Mathematics forComputing (3)( Not open to students who have completed CMSC 150.) Re c o m -mended: MATH 107. An introduction to discrete mathematicaltechniques for solving problems in the field of computing. Ba s i cprinciples from areas such as sets, relations and functions, logic,p roof methods, and recursion are examined. Topics are selectedon the basis of their applicability to typical problems in computerlanguages and systems, databases, networking, and softwaree n g i n e e r i n g .CMIS 241 Data St ru c t u res and Abstraction (3)Prerequisite: CMIS 141 or CMIS 141A. A study of programdesign and the implementation of abstract data types in Java.Topics include data structures such as stacks, queues, lists, andtrees and algorithms used for sorting and searching.CMIS 310 Computer Systems andA rc h i t e c t u re (3)(Not open to students who have completed CMSC 311.) Prerequisite:CMIS 140, CMIS 141, or CMIS 141A. Recommended:CMIS 160. A study of the fundamental concepts of computera rc h i t e c t u re and factors that influence the performance of a system.Topics include data re p resentation and the design and analysis ofcombinational and sequential circuits. Focus is on how basic hardwa re components (multiplexers, decoders, memories, arithmeticlogicunits, etc.) are built. Discussion covers hard-wired andmicroprogrammed design of control units and concepts such aspipelining and memory hierarchy. Students may receive creditfor only one of the following courses: CMIS 270, CMIS 310,CMSC 311, or IFSM 310.150

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SCMIS 315 Programming and Applicationin C++ (3)Pre requisite: CMIS 241 or an equivalent course in data stru c t u re susing a language other than C++ (such as C, Pascal, Ada, Ja va, orPL/I). A one-semester study of the important features of the C++p rogramming language. Programming projects in C++ are included.Students may re c e i ve credit for only one of the following courses:CMIS 240 or CMIS 315.CMIS 320 Relational Databases (3)Prerequisite: CMIS 102A, CMIS 141, or CMIS 141A. A studyof the functions and underlying concepts of relationally organizeddatabase systems. Discussion covers data models and their applicationto database systems. The entity/relationship (E/R) modeland Codd’s relational theory—including relational algebra, normalizationand integrity constraints, and the Structured QueryLanguage (SQL)—are emphasized. Physical design and dataadministration issues are addressed. Projects include hands-onwork with E/R and relational models (using industry-standarddatabase software). Students may receive credit for only one ofthe following courses: CMIS 320, CMSC 305, or IFSM 410.CMIS 325 UNIX with Shell Programming (3)Pre requisite: CMIS 140, CMIS 141, or CMIS 141A. A study ofthe UNIX operating system. Topics include file stru c t u res, editors,pattern-matching facilities, shell commands, and shell scripts. Sh e l lp rogramming is presented and practiced to interrelate system components.Projects give practical experience with the system.CMIS 330 So f t w a re En g i n e e ring Pri n c i p l e sand Techniques (3)Prerequisite: CMIS 240, CMIS 241, CMIS 340, or CMIS 315.Recommended: CMIS 310. A study of the process of softwareengineering from initial concept through design, developmenttesting, and maintenance to retirement of the product. Developmentlife-cycle models are presented. Topics include issues inconfiguration management, integration and testing, softwarequality, quality assurance, security, fault tolerance, project economics,operations, human factors, and organizational structures.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:CMIS 330 or CMIS 388A.CMIS 335 So f t w a re Safety (3)Prerequisite: CMIS 330. An examination of software safety problems(including specification errors, design/coding flaws, or lackof generic safety-critical requirements) that can cause or contributeto a system failure. The objective is to provide managementand engineering guidelines to achieve a reasonable level ofassurance that software will execute with an acceptable level ofsafety risk. Potential system hazards are analyzed as functional orgeneric and traced to either the software or the environment inwhich the software is used. Guidance on developing a processthat can identify, analyze, and then prove, eliminate, or mitigatesuch potential system hazards according to priority is provided.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:CMIS 335 or CMIS 398S.CMIS 340 Programming in Ja va (3)Pre requisite: CMIS 240 or an equivalent course in data stru c t u re susing a language other than Ja va (such as C, C++, Pascal, Ada, orPL/I). A one-semester study of the important features of the Ja vap rogramming language. Topics include design of classes, classlibraries, data stru c t u res, exception handling, threads, input andoutput, and applet programming. Programming projects in Ja vaa re included. Students may re c e i ve credit for only one of thef o l l owing courses: CMIS 241 or CMIS 340.CMIS 345 Ob j e c t - Oriented Design andProgramming (3)Prerequisite: CMIS 240, CMIS 241, CMIS 340, or CMIS 315.An examination of the principles, practices, and applications ofprogramming in an object-oriented environment. Assignmentsinclude programming projects in an object-oriented language(such as C++ or Java) that implement techniques and languagefeatures of object-oriented design. Students may receive creditonly once under this course number.CMIS 355 Database Fo rms (3)(Formerly CMIS 398F.) Prerequisite: CMIS 320. A comprehensivestudy of the design and development of graphical user interfaceforms for modern relational databases in the client/serverenvironment. Focus is on developing a hierarchy of form applicationsusing both Microsoft Access and Oracle. Topics include theconstruction of simple forms using drop-and-drag componentsand advanced features of vendor form-building products. SomeVisual Basic and PL/SQL programming is used to provide robustfunctionality to the forms. Accurate display and processing of dataand user friendliness are stressed. Students may receive credit foronly one of the following courses: CMIS 355 or CMIS 398F.151

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SCMIS 370 Data Communications (3)Prerequisite: CMIS 310. Investigation of the effects of communicationtechnology on information systems. Topics include componentsof communication systems, architectures and protocols ofnetworks, security measures, regulatory issues, and the design ofnetwork systems. Issues and applications in local area networksand communication services are covered. Students may receivecredit for only one of the following courses: CMIS 370, CMSC370, or IFSM 450.CMIS 375 Programming in Perl (3)Pre requisite: CMIS 140, CMIS 141, CMIS 141A, or equiva l e n tp rogramming experience. An introduction to the Perl scripting language.The basic features of Perl (including data and variable types,operators, statements, regular expressions, functions, and input/output) are cove red. Additional topics include object-oriented programmingand Common Ga t eway In t e rface (CGI) pro g r a m m i n g .Assignments include writing Perl scripts. Students may re c e i ve cre d i tfor only one of the following courses: CMIS 375 or CMIS 398P.CMIS 398A Programming in C# (3)Prerequisite: CMIS 240, CMIS 241, CMIS 340, or CMIS 315.An examination of the features of the C# programming language.Topics include design of classes, class libraries, exception handling,input and output, and Windows Forms and Web Formsprogramming. Assignments include programming in C#.CMIS 415 Ad vanced UNIX and C (3)Pre requisites: CMIS 241 (or CMIS 240, CMIS 315, or CMIS 340)and CMIS 325. Recommended: CMIS 310. An investigation ofthe interaction between the UNIX operating system and the C programminglanguage. The features of UNIX that support C, includinglibrary and system calls, UNIX utilities, debuggers, graphics,and file stru c t u re, are presented. Assignments include pro g r a m m i n gp rojects in C that implement UNIX command feature s .CMIS 420 Ad vanced Relational Databases (3)Prerequisite: CMIS 320. A study of advanced logical and physicaldesign features and techniques of relational databases appropriateto the advanced end user, database designer, or database administrator.Topics include object-relational concepts, data modeling,challenge areas, physical design in relation to performance, andrelational algebra as a basis of optimizer strategies. Future trends,advanced concurrency control mechanisms, and maintenanceissues such as schema restructuring are addressed. Projects includehands-on work (using industry-standard database software) indesigning and implementing a small database, creating triggers,loading through forms and utility, querying through interactiveand embedded Structured Query Language (SQL), restructuringschema, and analyzing performance. Students may receive creditfor only one of the following courses: CMIS 420, IFSM 411,or IFSM 498I.CMIS 435 Computer Ne t w o rking (3)Prerequisite: CMIS 370. An overview of communications topicssuch as signaling conventions, encoding schemes, and error detectionand correction. Emphasis is on routing protocols for messageswithin various kinds of networks, as well as on methodsthat network entities use to learn the status of the entire network.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:CMIS 435 or CMSC 440.CMIS 440 Ad vanced Programming in Ja va (3)Prerequisite: CMIS 241 or CMIS 340. An exploration ofadvanced Java applications. Topics include networking, client/server issues, Java database connectivity, remote method invocation,and Enterprise JavaBeans. Projects include group work andan in-depth case study of a Java-based system. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: CMIS 440or CMIS 498A.CMIS 445 Di s t ributed Systems (3)Prerequisites: CMIS 241 (or CMIS 240, CMIS 315, or CMIS340) and 310. Recommended: CMIS 325. An exploration of protocolsand methods for allocating to more than one processor variousparts of the work associated with a single task. Emphasis ison environments such as array processing, parallel processing, andmultiprocessor systems and communication among cooperatingprocesses. Topics include reliability, security, and protection, aswell as how these issues affect the development of programs andsystems. Standards for object-oriented programming (CommonObject Request Broker Architecture) are discussed. Projectsinclude programming. Students may receive credit for only oneof the following courses: CMIS 445 or CMSC 445.152

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SCMIS 455 Re q u i rements De velopment (3)Prerequisite: CMIS 330. A study of concepts and techniquesfor planning and developing high-quality software products.Fundamentals of specification (including formal models and representations,documents, and standards) are examined. Methodsof specifying and developing requirements for generating softwareare discussed. Projects using these techniques are included. Studentsmay receive credit only once under this course number.CMIS 460 So f t w a re Design andDe velopment (3)Prerequisite: CMIS 330. An in-depth treatment of the conceptsand techniques for designing and developing software for largeprojects. Discussion covers design strategies, principles, methodologies,and paradigms, as well as evaluation and representation.Other topics include architectural models and idioms, developmenttools and environments, implementation guidelines anddocumentation, and organization of design and developmentfunctions. Issues of program quality, program correctness, andsystem integration are also addressed. Project work incorporatesprinciples and techniques of software design and development.CMIS 465 So f t w a re Ve rification andValidation (3)Prerequisite: CMIS 330. A study of tools, methods, and currentpractices for assessing the quality and correctness of software.Topics include the roles of testing and formal verification, fundamentalsand formal models of program verification, planning anddocumentation for quality assurance, methods of performingtechnical reviews, strategies of system testing and integration planning,and principles and practices used in conducting tests.CMIS 475 Ad vanced Programming in Perl (3)Prerequisite: CMIS 375 or CMIS 398P. A study of advanced Perlfeatures such as packages, modules, classes, and objects. Focus ison creating a complete Perl database application. A Web server isused to connect front-end technology such as HTML forms withback-end server-based Perl programming for functional Webbasedclient/server applications. Common Gateway Interface(CGI) programming is explored to provide database connectivityfor use in the client/server model. Students may receive credit foronly one of the following courses: CMIS 475 or CMIS 498P.CMIS 485 Web Database De velopment (3)(Formerly CMIS 498B.) Prerequisite: CMIS 320, knowledge ofrelational database design and SQL, and programming languageexperience. Recommended: CMIS 241 or 340. An explorationof an assortment of current Web technologies and programminglanguage options used to interface a relational database to a Webserver. Technologies such as CGI/Perl, Active Server Pages, andJava are utilized in the lab. The three-tiered architecture is studiedin depth via a number of hands-on activities and projects. Studentsmay receive credit for only one of the following courses:CMIS 485 or CMIS 498B.CMIS 486A In t e rnship in Computer andIn f o rmation Science T h rough Co-op (3)Pre requisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (pro g r a mre q u i rements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combine academictheory with new, care e r - related experience in computer andinformation science. At least 12 hours per week must be devoted ton ew tasks for a total of 180 hours during the Co-op session; fourn ew tasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and thecourse re q u i rements must be completed. May be repeated upona p p roval of a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasksand objectives related to computer and information science andthat continues to advance application of academic theory in thew o rkplace. Students may earn up to 15 semester hours in all internshipcoursew o rk through Co-op tow a rd a first bachelor’s degree andup to 9 semester hours tow a rd a second bachelor’s degree. Co-opc redits may not be used for general education re q u i rements and,unless otherwise specified, no more than 6 Co-op credits may beused in the academic major and minor (combined).CMIS 486B In t e rnship in Computer andIn f o rmation Science T h rough Co-op (6)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in computerand information science. At least 20 hours per week must bedevoted to new tasks for a total of 300 hours during the Co-opsession; five to eight new tasks must be delineated in the LearningProposal; and the course requirements must be completed.May be repeated upon approval of a new Learning Proposal thatdemonstrates new tasks and objectives related to computer andinformation science and that continues to advance applicationof academic theory in the workplace. Students may earn up to15 semester hours in all internship coursework through Co-optoward a first bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semester hours towarda second bachelor’s degree. Co-op credits may not be used forgeneral education requirements and, unless otherwise specified,no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academicmajor and minor (combined).153

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SCMIS 498 Special Topics in Computer andIn f o rmation Science (3)Prerequisites: Vary according to topic. A seminar on topics incomputer and information science. May be repeated to a maximumof 6 credits when topics differ.Computer InformationTechnologyCourses in computer information technology (designated CMIT)may be applied as appropriate (according to individual programrequirements) toward• the general education requirement in computing;• a major in computer information technology, computer andinformation science, or computer studies;• a minor in computer studies;• a certificate in Computer Networking or UNIX SystemAdministration; and• electives.A description of the curriculum for the computer information technologymajor begins on p. 40. Descriptions of other computerrelatedcurricula may be found on the following pages: computerand information science (p. 39), computer science (p. 42), computerstudies (p. 43), and information systems management (p. 70).CMIT 261 In t roduction to Oracle (3)An introduction to Oracle and Structured Query Language (SQL)The syntax and function of the American National StandardsInstitute’s standard SQL are examined. SQL’s data definition languageis used to create tables, including constraints, and SQL’sdata manipulation language is used to insert, update, and deletedata. Emphasis is on learning queries, ranging from the simpleto the complex. Additional database objects (such as views,sequences, synonyms, aliases, and indexes) and SQL built-infunctions are explored. Other topics include using the OracleSQL command editor and the local system editor and creatingsimple reports with SQL Loader and SQL Plus. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: CMIT 261or CMIT 261O.CMIT 265 Ne t w o rking Essentials (3)An introduction to networking technologies for individualworkstations, local area networks, wide area networks, and theInternet, with emphasis on the OSI model, security, and networkingprotocols. A general review of several industry-standard networkoperating systems is provided. Topics covered should beuseful in preparing for the Network+ certification exam. Studentsmay receive credit for only one of the following courses:CMIT 265 or CMIT 265M.CMIT 320 Ne t w o rk Se c u rity (3)Prerequisite: CMIT 265 with grade of C or better or CompTIANetwork+ certification. A study of the fundamental concepts andtechniques of computer network security and their implementation.Topics include authentication, remote access, Web security,intrusion detection, basic cryptography, physical security, and disasterrecovery. Opportunities for hands-on exercises are provided.Course material relates to topics covered on the vendor-neutralCompTIA Security+ Certification examination, which is recognizedworldwide as the standard of competency for entry-levelnetwork security professionals.CMIT 350 In t e rconnecting Cisco Devices (3)(Designed to help in preparing for the Cisco Certified NetworkAssociate Examination 640-441.) Prerequisite or corequisite:CMIT 265. Presentation of and practice in the concepts andcommands required to configure Cisco switches and routers inmultiprotocol internetworks. Routing and switching concepts(Layer 2 and Layer 3 technologies) using Cisco switches andCisco routers are covered. Focus is on developing the skills necessaryto install, configure, and operate Cisco routers and switcheswithin LAN and WAN environments. Projects include configuringvarious protocols including IP, IPX, RIP, IGRP, and FrameRelay. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: CAPP 498E, CMIT 350, or CMIT 499D.CMIT 361 De veloping PL/SQLApplications (3)Pre requisite: CMIT 261. An in-depth study of the use of PL/SQLto develop enterprise-level database applications in industry. To p i c sinclude application programs and standard third-generation language(3GL) programming constructs (such as IF-THEN-ELSE,LOOPS, re c o rd-at-a-time processing, and error handling). St u d e n t smay re c e i ve credit for only one of the following courses: CMIT 361or IFSM 498O.154

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SCMIT 364 Wi n d ows XP Professional (3)(Formerly CMIT 499X.) Prerequisite: CMIT 265 with a grade ofC or better. An introduction to Windows XP Professional. Focusis on developing the skills necessary to install, configure, and supportWindows XP Professional as a desktop operating system in ageneric operating environment. Topics include review of operatingsystems, administration, security, transmission control protocol/Internet protocol, and troubleshooting Windows XP Professional.Hands-on exercises are included. Students may receive credit foronly one of the following courses: CMIT 364 or CMIT 499X.CMIT 366 Wi n d ows 2000 Professional (3)Pre requisite: CMIT 265 with a grade of C or better. An intro d u c-tion to Wi n d ows 2000 Professional. Focus is on developing the skillsn e c e s s a ry to install and configure Wi n d ows 2000 Professional as adesktop operating system in a generic operating environment. To p i c sinclude re v i ew of operating systems, administration, security, transmissioncontrol pro t o c o l / Internet protocol, and use of Wi n d ow s2000 Professional as a stand-alone distributed file system or as partof a work group or a domain. Hands-on exe rcises are included.Students may re c e i ve credit for only one of the following courses:CMIT 366 or CMIT 366M.CMIT 367 Wi n d ows 2000 Se rver (3)Prerequisite: CMIT 265 with a grade of C or better. A study ofWindows 2000 Server installation and administration. Focus is ondeveloping the skills necessary to install and configure Windows2000 Server. Topics include support, connectivity, creation andmanagement of user accounts, management of access to resources,the NT file system, and configuration and management of disks.Hands-on exercises are included. Students may receive credit foronly one of the following courses: CMIT 367 or CMIT 367M.CMIT 368 Wi n d ows Se rver 2003 (3)Prerequisite: CMIT 265 with a grade of C or better. A study ofWindows Server 2003 installation and administration. Focus is ondeveloping the skills necessary to install and configure WindowsServer 2003. Topics include support, connectivity, creation andmanagement of user accounts, management of access to resources,the NT file system, and configuration and management of disks.Hands-on exercises are included.CMIT 376 Wi n d ows Ne t w o rkIn f r a s t ru c t u re (3)Prerequisite: CMIT 367 or CMIT 368. The development of theknowledge and skills necessary to install, configure, manage, andsupport the Windows 2000 network infrastructure. Topics includeautomating Internet protocol address assignment using dynamichost configuration protocol, implementing name resolution usingdomain name service and Windows Internet naming service, settingup and supporting remote access to a network, configuringnetwork security using public key infrastructure, integrating networkservices, and deploying Windows 2000 Professional or XPProfessional using remote installation services. Hands-on exercisesare included. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: CMIT 376 or CMIT 376M.CMIT 377 Wi n d ows Di re c t o ry Se rv i c e sIn f r a s t ru c t u re (3)Pre requisite: CMIT 367 or CMIT 368. The development of thek n owledge and skills necessary to install, configure, manage, ands u p p o rt the Wi n d ows Ac t i ve Di re c t o ry service. Topics includeunderstanding the logical and physical stru c t u re of Ac t i ve Di re c t o ry,configuring the domain name service to support Ac t i ve Di re c t o ry,c reating and administering user accounts and group re s o u rces, controlling Ac t i ve Di re c t o ry objects, implementing and using gro u pp o l i c y, managing replication of Ac t i ve Di re c t o ry, and maintainingand restoring the Ac t i ve Di re c t o ry database. Hands-on exe rcises areincluded. Students may re c e i ve credit for only one of the follow i n gcourses: CMIT 377 or CMIT 377M.CMIT 381 Oracle Database Administration (3)Prerequisite: CMIT 261. A foundation in basic database administrationtasks. Focus is on gaining a conceptual understanding ofthe Oracle9i database architecture and how the architecturalstructures work and interact with one another. Topics includehow to create an operational database and properly manage thevarious structures in an effective and efficient manner. Hands-onexercises include configuring network parameters so that databaseclients and tools can communicate with an Oracle database server.Backup and recovery techniques are introduced, and various backup,failure, and restoration and recovery scenarios are examined.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:CMIT 381 or CMIT 381O.155

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SCMIT 391 UNIX System Administration (3)Prerequisite: CMIS 325. An in-depth examination of UNIXinternals, including loading, configuring, and maintaining UNIXoperating systems. Both theory and hands-on experience are providedin boot-up and shutdown processes; file system creation andstructure; system maintenance and security, especially in the networkfile system and network information system; and UNIXInternet provider network configuration and maintenance. TheRed Hat Linux operating system is used for all lab work. Studentsmay receive credit for only one of the following courses: CMIS390, CMIS 398U, or CMIT 391.CMIT 392 Designing and Im p l e m e n t i n gDatabases with SQL Se rver (3)Recommended: An understanding of relational database concepts.The development of the knowledge and skills necessary to designand implement databases with SQL Server. Topics include developinga logical data model, deriving the physical design, devisingdata services, creating and executing stored procedures, and constructingand maintaining a physical database. Hands-on exercisesare included. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: CMIT 392 or CMIT 392M.CMIT 394 Data Wa rehousing Using SQLSe rver (3)Recommendation: An understanding of relational database concepts.A study of design and implementation of data warehousesolutions using SQL Server. Focus is on defining the technicalarchitecture for a data warehouse solution, developing the logicaldesign, and deriving the physical design. Topics include objectlinking and embedding, open database connectivity, ActiveX DataObjects, file management, data integrity, online analytical processing,monitoring and optimizing performance, and backup anddisaster recovery. Hands-on exercises are included. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: CMIT 394 orCMIT 394M.CMIT 450 Designing Cisco Ne t w o rks (3)( Designed to help in preparing for the Cisco Certified De s i g nAssociate Examination 640-861.) Pre requisite or corequisite: CMIT350. The development of the knowledge and skills necessary for netwo rk design using Cisco Systems technologies. Fundamentals ofsmall- and medium-size network design are introduced. Focus is ond e veloping the skills to identify the Cisco products, LA N / WA Ntechnologies, routing and bridging protocols, and Cisco IOS softwa re features that meet a customer’s re q u i rements for perf o r m a n c e ,c a p a c i t y, and scalability in small- to medium-sized networks. Pro j e c t sinclude designing simple routed LAN, routed WAN, switched LA N ,and ATM LAN networks. Students may re c e i ve credit for only oneof the following courses: CAPP 398C, CMIT 450, or CMIT 499C.CMIT 476 Designing a Wi n d ows Ne t w o rkIn f r a s t ru c t u re (2)Prerequisite: CMIT 367 or CMIT 368. Recommended: CMIT376. The development of the knowledge and skills necessary todesign a Windows network infrastructure. Topics include buildinga networking services foundation, designing internet and extranetconnectivity solutions, and creating an integrated network servicesinfrastructure design and network service design to support applications.Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: CMIT 476 or CMIT 476M.CMIT 477 Designing a Wi n d ows Ac t i veDi re c t o ry (2)Prerequisite: CMIT 367 or CMIT 368. Recommended: CMIT377. A study of Active Directory design issues. Topics includenaming strategy, delegation of administrative authority, schemapolicy, group policy support, infrastructure, and domain and multipledomain structure. Students may receive credit for only oneof the following courses: CMIT 477 or CMIT 477M.CMIT 480 Designing Se c u rity for aWi n d ows Ne t w o rk (3)Pre requisite: CMIT 320, CMIT 367, or CMIT 368. The deve l o p-ment of the knowledge and skills necessary to design a securityf r a m ew o rk for small, medium, and enterprise networks usingWi n d ows technologies. Topics include providing secure access tolocal network users, partners, remote users, and remote offices andb e t ween private and public networks. Students may re c e i ve credit foronly one of the following courses: CMIT 480 or CMIT 480M.CMIT 486A In t e rnship in ComputerIn f o rmation Te c h n o l o gy T h rough Co-op (3)Pre requisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (pro g r a mre q u i rements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combine academictheory with new, care e r - related experience in computer informationtechnology. At least 12 hours per week must be devoted ton ew tasks for a minimum of 180 hours during the Co-op session;four new tasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; andthe course re q u i rements must be completed. May be repeated upona p p roval of a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasksand objectives related to computer information technology and thatcontinues to advance application of academic theory in the workplace.Students may earn up to 15 semester hours in all internshipc o u r s ew o rk through Co-op tow a rd a first bachelor’s degree and upto 9 semester hours tow a rd a second bachelor’s degree. Co-op cre d-its may not be used for general education re q u i rements and, unlesso t h e rwise specified, no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used inthe academic major and minor (combined).156

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SCMIT 486B In t e rnship in ComputerIn f o rmation Te c h n o l o gy T h rough Co-op (6)Pre requisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (pro g r a mre q u i rements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combine academictheory with new, care e r - related experience in computer i n f o r-mation technology. At least 20 hours per week must be devoted t on ew tasks for a total of 300 hours during the Co-op session; five toeight new tasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; andthe course re q u i rements must be completed. May be repeated upona p p roval of a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasksand objectives related to computer information technology and thatcontinues to advance application of academic theory in the workplace.Students may earn up to 15 semester hours in all internshipc o u r s ew o rk through Co-op tow a rd a first bachelor’s degree and upto 9 semester hours tow a rd a second bachelor’s degree. Co-op cre d-its may not be used for general education re q u i rements and, unlesso t h e rwise specified, no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used inthe academic major and minor (combined).CMIT 491 Ad vanced UNIX Sy s t e mAdministration (3)Pre requisite: CMIT 391. A continuation of the study of UNIXsystem administration. Topics such as printer administration, mails e rver configuration and maintenance, storage and backup strategies,domain name service (DNS), kernel configurations, andUNIX Internet server design and setup are explained in detail, coveringboth theory and implementation. Ad vanced topics includen e t w o rk file servers (NFS), network information service (NIS),UNIX Internet protocols, user and system security, and in-deptht rouble-shooting techniques. Discussion also covers automation ofadministration tasks and the writing of shell scripts to augment theboot process. Students may re c e i ve credit for only one of the following courses: CMIS 490, CMIT 491, or CMIS 498U.CMIT 499 Special Topics in ComputerTe c h n o l o gy (1–5)An inquiry into special topics in computer information technologythat reflect the changing field. May be repeated when topics differ.CMIT 499B Ad m i n i s t e ring SQL Se rver (3)Recommendation: An understanding of relational database concepts.The development of the knowledge and skills necessary toinstall, configure, and administer a database solution with theclient/server database management system Microsoft SQL Server2000. Hands-on exercises are included.CMIT 499E Building Scalable Ci s c oNe t w o rks (3)Prerequisite: CMIT 499C, CMIT 499D, or working knowledgeof network routing procedures. A study of techniques for selectingand configuring Cisco router services in LANs and WANs typicallyfound at medium to large network sites. Focus is on selecting andimplementing appropriate Cisco services to build a scalable, ro u t e dnetwork. Part of the recommended curriculum for the CiscoCertified Network Professional (CCNP) and Cisco CertifiedDesign Professional (CCDP) certificates is covered.CMIT 499F Building Cisco Sw i t c h e dNe t w o rks (3)Prerequisite: CMIT 499D or CMIT 499E. A study of conceptsand techniques for building networks using multilayer switchingtechnologies over high-speed Ethernet connections. Topics includeboth routing and switching concepts and cover both Layer 2 andLayer 3 technologies.CMIT 499G Cisco Remote AccessNe t w o rks (3)Prerequisite: CMIT 499D or CMIT 499E. The development ofthe knowledge and skills necessary to build, configure, and tro u b l e-shoot a remote access network to interconnect central sites tobranch offices and home offices. Discussion also covers how tocontrol access to the central site, as well as maximize bandwidthutilization over remote links.CMIT 499M Exchange Se rver (3)Prerequisite: CMIT 367 or CMIT 368. Development of theknowledge and skills needed to update and support a reliable,secure infrastructure for creating, storing, and sharing informationusing Microsoft Exchange Server in a medium to large(250 to 5000 seats) electronic messaging environment. Handsonpractice is provided.CMIT 499W Wi reless Ne t w o rkAdministration (3)Pre requisite: CMIT 265 or basic knowledge of networking. A compre h e n s i ve re v i ew of available options in transmissions over wire l e s stechnologies. Emphasis is on design and implementation of wire l e s sn e t w o rks. Topics include FDMA, TDMA, CDMA, and other 3Gconcepts. The benefits of wireless technologies and wireless securitya re explored using real-world challenges and solutions.157

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SComputer ScienceCourses in computer science (designated CMSC) may be appliedas appropriate (according to individual program requirements)toward• the general education requirement in computing;• a major in computer science, computer information technology,or computer studies;• a minor in computer studies;• a certificate in Object-Oriented Programming Using Java; and• electives.A description of the curriculum for the computer science majorbegins on p. 42. Descriptions of other computer-related curriculamay be found on the following pages: computer and informationscience (p. 39), computer information technology (p. 40), computerstudies (p. 43), and information systems management (p. 70).CMSC 101 In t ro d u c t o ry Computer Science (3)A study of fundamental programming concepts and constructswithin an abstract (language-independent) framework. Topicsinclude basic and structured data types, variables, and the structureof expressions. Pseudocode is used to explore the syntax andsemantics of structured programming statements, functions, andthe use of parameters. Programming assignments include the creation,compilation, and execution of computer programs in amodern programming language that implements these abstractconcepts. The history of computing and computing ethics are alsodiscussed. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: CMIS 102 or CMSC 101.CMSC 130 Computer Science I (3)(For students majoring in computer science. Taking CMSC 130and 230 in consecutive semesters is recommended.) Prerequisite:CMSC 101 or equivalent experience. Recommended: CMSC 150.A study of fundamental concepts that underlie object-oriented programming.Topics include the study and use of primitive and objectdata types and the process of creating well-designed computer programsto solve specified problems. Programming projects in Ja va arei n c l u d e d .CMSC 150 In t roduction to Di s c re t eSt ru c t u res (3)Prerequisite or corequisite: MATH 140. A survey of fundamentalmathematical concepts involved in computer science. Functions,relations, finite and infinite sets, and propositional logic are explored.Proof techniques presented are those used for modelingand solving problems in computer science. Combinations, permutations,graphs, and trees are introduced, along with selectedapplications. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: CMSC 150 or CMSC 250.CMSC 230 Computer Science II (3)( For students majoring in computer science. Taking CMSC 130and 230 in consecutive semesters is recommended.) Pre re q u i s i t e s :CMSC 130 and 150. A study of the fundamental data stru c t u res incomputer science. Topics include linked lists, stacks, queues, arrays,dictionaries, vectors, and trees. Algorithms that perform sorting ands e a rching are discussed and analyzed. Programming projects in Ja vaa re included.CMSC 305 Programming and Applicationsin Ja va (3)(For students with previous programming experience.) Prerequisites:A 200-level computer science course in data structuresusing a language other than Java (such as C++, C, Pascal, Ada,or PL/I) and either MATH 130, MATH 140, or MATH 220.A fast-paced, one-semester guide to using Java to implementfundamental programming constructs and basic data structures.Emphasis is on implementing Java concepts that have alreadybeen studied and understood. Students who completed CMSC230 after fall 1998 may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: CMSC 230 or CMSC 305.CMSC 311 Computer Organization (3)Prerequisites: CMSC 130 and 230. A study of the organizationof memory, input/output, and central processing units, includinginstruction sets, register transfer operations, control microprogramming,data representation, and arithmetic algorithms.Assembly language and digital logic circuit design are introduced.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:CMIS 270, CMIS 310, CMSC 311, or IFSM 310.158

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SCMSC 330 Ad vanced Pro g r a m m i n gLanguages (3)Prerequisite: CMSC 230 or CMSC 305. A comparative study ofprogramming languages. Topics include the syntax and semanticsof programming languages and the run-time support re q u i red forvarious programming languages. Programming projects usingselected languages are required.CMSC 335 Ob j e c t - Oriented and Concurre n tProgramming (3)Pre requisite: CMSC 230 or CMSC 305. A study of object-orientedand concurrent programming using features of Ja va. Concepts ofobject-oriented programming (such as composition, classification,and polymorphism) are explored. Topics include the principles ofc o n c u r rent programming (such as task synchronization, race conditions,deadlock, and threads). Programming projects are implementedin Ja va. Students may re c e i ve credit for only one of thef o l l owing courses: CMSC 300 or CMSC 335.CMSC 411 Computer System Arc h i t e c t u re (3)Prerequisite: CMSC 311. A discussion of input/output processorsand techniques, covering their relation to intrasystem communication,including buses and caches. Topics include addressingand memory hierarchies, microprogramming, parallelism, andpipelining.CMSC 412 Operating Systems (3)Prerequisite: CMSC 311 and 335. A study of the fundamentalprinciples underlying modern operating systems. The essentialcomponents of a typical operating system and the interactionsamong them are described. Methods of managing processes andresources in computer systems are discussed in detail. Programmingprojects that implement parts of an operating system arerequired.CMSC 415 UML and Design Pa t t e rns (3)(Designed for software engineers, systems analysts, designers, andprogrammers.) Prerequisite: CMSC 335. A comprehensive studyof fundamental concepts of object-oriented analysis and designfocusing on Unified Modeling Language (UML) and its applicationto the system architectural design using selected patternsas guiding models. Activities include creation of detailed objectmodels, in conjunction with UML views and design from systemrequirements, using use-case models and proven patterns torefine analysis and design models. Emphasis is on expansion ofthe analysis into a design that is ready for implementation, withartifacts that are testable, and that exhibits scalability to easilyevolve in response to changes in a given problem domain.CMSC 420 Ad vanced Data St ru c t u res andAnalysis (3)Prerequisites: CMSC 230 and 330. A study of data structures(including lists and trees) in terms of their descriptions, properties,and storage allocations. Algorithms are used to manipulatestructures. Applications are drawn from the areas of informationretrieval, symbolic manipulation, and operating systems.CMSC 424 Database Design (3)Pre requisite: CMSC 335. A study of the applicability of the databaseapproach as a mechanism for modeling the real world. Re v i ewc overs the three popular data models: hierarchical, relational, andn e t w o rk. Permissible stru c t u res, integrity constraints, storage strategies,and query facilities are compared. The theoretical foundationsof the logic used in designing a database are pre s e n t e d .CMSC 430 T h e o ry of LanguageTranslation (3)Pre requisites: CMSC 330 and programming experience in C orC++. An examination of the formal translation of pro g r a m m i n glanguages, syntax, and semantics. Highlights include evaluationof finite-state grammars and recognizers; context-free parsingtechniques such as re c u r s i ve descent, precedence, LL(K), LR(K),and SLR(K); and improvement and generation of machineindependentcode and syntax-directed translation schema.Programming projects that implement parts of a compiler arerequired.CMSC 450 Logic for Computer Science (3)(Also listed as MATH 450.) Prerequisites: CMSC 150 andMATH 241. Elementary development of propositional logic(including the resolution method) and first-order logic (includingHebrand’s unsatisfiability theorem). Discussion covers theconcepts of truth and interpretation; validity, provability, andsoundness; completeness and incompleteness; and decidabilityand semidecidability. Students may receive credit for only one ofthe following courses: CMSC 450, MATH 444, MATH 445, orMATH 450.CMSC 451 Design and Analysis of ComputerA l g o rithms (3)Prerequisites: CMSC 150 and 230. Presentation of fundamentaltechniques for designing and analyzing computer algorithms.Basic methods include divide-and-conquer techniques, search andtraversal techniques, dynamic programming, greedy methods, andinduction.159

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SCMSC 452 El e m e n t a ry T h e o ry ofComputing (3)Prerequisite: CMSC 311. Analysis of alternative theoretical modelsof computation and types of automata. Their relationship toformal grammars and languages is specified.CMSC 480 Ad vanced Programming in Ja va (3)Prerequisite: CMSC 335 or equivalent object-oriented and Javaprogramming experience. An examination of the principles, techniques,and applications of programming in Java in the Internetenvironment. Topics include threads, packages, interfaces, andexceptions. Java applets are created and incorporated into Webpages. Visual development tools are reviewed. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: CMIS 498J,CMSC 480, or CMSC 498J.CMSC 486A In t e rnship in Computer ScienceT h rough Co-op (3)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in computerscience. At least 12 hours per week must be devoted to new tasksfor a minimum of 180 hours during the Co-op session; four newtasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and the courserequirements must be completed. May be repeated upon approvalof a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasks and objectivesrelated to computer science and that continues to advanceapplication of academic theory in the workplace. Students mayearn up to 15 semester hours in all internship coursework throughCo-op toward a first bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semester hourstoward a second bachelor’s degree. Co-op credits may not be usedfor general education requirements and, unless otherwise specified,no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academicmajor and minor (combined).CMSC 486B In t e rnship in Computer ScienceT h rough Co-op (6)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in computerscience. At least 20 hours per week must be devoted to new tasksfor a total of 300 hours during the Co-op session; five to eightnew tasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and thecourse requirements must be completed. May be repeated uponapproval of a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasksand objectives related to computer science and that continues toadvance application of academic theory in the workplace. Studentsmay earn up to 15 semester hours in all internship courseworkthrough Co-op toward a first bachelor’s degree and up to9 semester hours toward a second bachelor’s degree. Co-op creditsmay not be used for general education requirements and, unlessotherwise specified, no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used inthe academic major and minor (combined).CMSC 498 Special Topics in ComputerScience (1–3)Prerequisites: Vary according to topic. A seminar on topics incomputer science. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 creditswhen topics differ.Computer StudiesCourses in computer studies (designated CMST) may be appliedas appropriate (according to individual program requirements)toward• the general education requirement in computing;• a major or minor in computer studies;• a major in computer and information science, computer informationtechnology, or information systems management;• a certificate in Computer Applications, Internet Technologies,Visual Basic Programming, or Web Design; and• electives.A description of the curriculum for the computer studies majorand minor begins on p. 43. Descriptions of other computerrelatedcurricula may be found on the following pages: computerand information science (p. 39), computer information technology(p. 40), computer science (p. 42), and information systemsmanagement (p. 70).160

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SCMST 100A In t roduction to Mi c ro c o m p u t e r s :Ha rd w a re and So f t w a re (1)(Graded on a satisfactory/D/fail basis only.) An introduction tothe hardware and software of computer systems and the terminologyand functional parts of a computer. Extensive explanationsof and practice with the operating system and utilities of a microcomputerare provided. Students may receive credit for only oneof the following courses: CAPP 100A or CMST 100A.CMST 100B In t roduction to Mi c ro c o m p u t e r s :Wo rd Processing (1)(Graded on a satisfactory/D/fail basis only.) Prerequisite: CMST100A. An introduction to word processing as one of the manyapplications of microcomputers. The characteristics of word processingare analyzed. Topics include typical features, as well as costsand trends of available software. Hands-on practice with typicalword-processing software is provided. Students may receive creditfor only one of the following courses: CAPP 100B, CAPP 103,CMST 100B, or CMST 103.CMST 100D In t roduction to Mi c ro c o m p u t e r s :Presentation Graphics (1)(Graded on a satisfactory/D/fail basis only.) Prerequisite: CMST100A. An introduction to the principles of presentation graphics.Topics include text and analytical charts, free-form graphics andclip art, and animation and slide shows. Hands-on practice withtypical presentation graphics software is provided. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: CAPP 100Dor CMST 100D.CMST 100E In t roduction to Mi c ro c o m p u t e r s :Ne t w o rks and Communication (1)(Graded on a satisfactory/D/fail basis only.) Prerequisite: CMST100A. An introduction to the use of computer networks to interconnectmicrocomputers and to the current hardware, software,and communication standards and protocols that make networkingpossible. Hands-on practice with typical communicationssoftware and network configuration is provided. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: CAPP 100Eor CMST 100E.CMST 100F In t roduction to Mi c ro c o m p u t e r s :Databases (1)(Graded on a satisfactory/D/fail basis only.) Prerequisite: CMST100A. An introduction to database systems, including terminologyand principles of database management systems. Focus is on howbest to organize, manage, and access stored data; how to protectdatabases; and how to extract useful information. Hands-on practicewith typical database software is provided. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: CAPP 100F,CAPP 103, CMST 100F, or CMST 103.CMST 100G In t roduction to Mi c ro c o m p u t e r s :Sp readsheets (1)(Graded on a satisfactory/D/fail basis only.) Prerequisite: CMST100A. An introduction to the use of electronic worksheets to analyzenumerical data, including basic terminology, formats, andother applications. Hands-on practice with typical spreadsheetsoftware is provided. Students may receive credit for only one ofthe following courses: CAPP 100G, CAPP 103, CMST 100G,or CMST 103.CMST 100J In t roduction to Mi c ro c o m p u t e r s :Se c u rity (1)(Graded on a satisfactory/D/fail basis only.) Prerequisite: CMST100A. An introduction to computer security. Topics include bothphysical and software security and the types of computer virusesthat afflict modern information systems. Discussion covers theuse of the operating system and antiviral software tools to protect,detect, and recover from viral attacks. Hands-on practice in applyingthese tools is provided. Students may receive credit for onlyone of the following courses: CAPP 100J or CMST 100J.CMST 100K In t roduction to Mi c ro c o m p u t e r s :Accessing In f o rmation via the In t e rnet (1)(Graded on a satisfactory/D/fail basis only.) Prerequisite: CMST100A. An introduction to the Internet and the wealth of informationit contains. Focus is on practical and efficient means for gainingaccess to information through the use of browsers on a homecomputer system and search engines on the Internet. Topicsinclude mechanisms by which the Internet operates, securityissues on the Internet, intellectual property right issues, and theethics of the Internet, as well as other current topics involving theinterface between the Internet and the citizen. Students who havealready earned credit for CAPP 385, CAPP 386, CMST 385, orCMST 386 cannot earn credit for CMST 100K. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: CAPP 100K,CAPP 101C, or CMST 100K.161

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SCMST 100L In t roduction to Mi c ro c o m p u t e r s :Web Page Design (1)(Graded on a satisfactory/D/fail basis only.) Prerequisite: CMST100A. An introduction to Web page design and site management.The characteristics of Web page design and navigation structuresare analyzed, and typical features of current commercial softwareare presented. Hands-on practice with typical Web page designand site management software is provided. Students may receivecredit for only one of the following courses: CAPP 100L orCMST 100L.CMST 100M In t roduction to Mi c ro c o m p u t e r s :HTML (1)(Graded on a satisfactory/D/fail basis only.) Prerequisite: CMST100A. An introduction to the use of HTML to create basic andadvanced World Wide Web–enabled documents. Topics includecreating and editing Web pages, placing HTML documents onthe Web, designing Web pages with tables, and using frames inWeb pages. Assignments include designing and implementingWeb pages using HTML. Students may receive credit for onlyone of the following courses: CAPP 100M, CAPP 101H, orCMST 100M.CMST 100N In t roduction to Mi c ro c o m p u t e r s :Desktop Operating Systems (1)(Graded on a satisfactory/D/fail basis only.) Prerequisite: CMST100A. An introduction to the use and configuration of graphicaluser interfaces, focusing on Microsoft Windows operating systems.Topics include working with Windows programs, managingfiles and folders using Windows Explorer, customizing Windowsusing the Control Panel, using Internet services in Windows, andmanaging shared files and resources. Students may receive creditfor only one of the following courses: CAPP 100N, CAPP 101M,CAPP 101T, or CMST 100N.CMST 100P In t roduction to Mi c ro c o m p u t e r s :Using UNIX/Linux (1)(Graded on a satisfactory/D/fail basis only.) Prerequisite: CMST100A. An introduction to configuring and using UNIX andLinux on microcomputers and workstations. Hands-on experiencein configuring the desktop environment of a Linux operating systemis provided. Topics include UNIX commands, file management,the X-Window graphical user interface, and window managerssuch as Gnome and KDE. Students may receive credit foronly one of the following courses: CAPP 100P or CMST 100P.CMST 100Q In t roduction to Mi c ro c o m p u t e r s :Personal Digital Assistants (1)(Graded on a satisfactory/D/fail basis only.) An introduction topersonal digital assistants (PDAs). Focus is on the two majoroperating systems for PDAs: Palm Pilot and Pocket PC. Topicsinclude understanding the functions of PDAs, comparing the twooperating systems, using built-in and typical third-party applications,and connecting and exchanging information with desktopcomputers. Students are encouraged to bring their own PDAs toclass. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: CMST 100Q or CMST 198Q.CMST 103 In t roduction to Mi c ro c o m p u t e rSo f t w a re (3)An introduction to microcomputers and application software.Hands-on experience with software packages (including wordprocessing, spreadsheets, and databases) is provided. Focus is onconcepts, features, and business applications of those facilities.Students who have received credit for CMST 100B, CMST 100F,or CMST 100G may not receive credit for CMST 103. Studentsmay receive credit for only one of the following courses:CAPP 103 or CMST 103.CMST 270 In t e g r a t i ve Video Game De s i g nand Te c h n o l o gy (3)Prerequisite: CMIS 102 or CMIS 102A. A project-oriented studyof the concepts and methods for designing and developing computergames. Topics include history of games, game design, genresof games, multiplayer games, online games, game developmentenvironments and employment opportunities, and ethical, social,and cultural aspects of video gaming.CMST 303 Ad vanced Fe a t u res ofMi c rocomputer Application So f t w a re (3)Prerequisite: CMST 103. A presentation of application softwarepackages that includes advanced features of operating systems,s p readsheets, database management, and electronic informationexchange for business applications. Presentation software isre v i ewed, and hands-on experience with the software is prov i d e d .Students may re c e i ve credit for only one of the following courses:CAPP 303 or CMST 303.162

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SCMST 306 In t roduction to Visual Ba s i c.NET Programming (3)Prerequisite: CMIS 102 or CMIS 102A. A structured approach todeveloping programs using the Visual Basic .NET programminglanguage. Hands-on experience in implementing features of thisvisual interface for program design is provided. Assignmentsinclude programming projects in Visual Basic .NET.CMST 310 Desktop Publishing (3)Prerequisite: CMST 103 or IFSM 201. An introduction to conceptsand methods of desktop publishing. Highlights include thedesign and layout of a publication, the choice of computer hardwareand software, the integration of computer graphics, thedrafting and editing of a publication, and methods of interfacingwith high-level printing equipment to produce a final document.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:CAPP 310, CAPP 398B, or CMST 310.CMST 311 Ad vanced Desktop Publishing (3)Prerequisite: CMST 310. A project-oriented study of the conceptsand methods of desktop publishing. Techniques for using color inpage layouts are implemented. Emphasis is on effective transfer ofelectronic files to service bureaus and printers. Features essentialto multimedia presentations are integrated with techniques forcapturing and editing photos to produce business publications.Topics include publishing printed documents on a Web site. Studentsmay receive credit for only one of the following courses:CAPP 311 or CMST 311.CMST 340 Computer Applications inManagement (3)Prerequisite: CMIS 102, CMIS 102A, CMST 103, or IFSM 201.An overview of computer-based information-system concepts andoperations and how these capabilities are applied by managementto improve the work processes of business, government, and academicorganizations. Topics include management planning at thestrategic, tactical, and operational levels necessary to effect continuousimprovements. The interchange of electronic informationand the application of various computing tools such as spreadsheetprograms are introduced. Students may receive credit foronly one of the following courses: CAPP 340, CMIS 350,or CMST 340.CMST 385 In t e rnet: A Practical Guide (3)Prerequisite: CMIS 102, CMIS 102A, CMST 103, or IFSM 201.An introduction to the Internet and the World Wide Web. Topicsinclude basic principles and protocols of the Internet; configurationand use of graphical Web browsers; application programssuch as Telnet, FTP, e-mail, and Net news readers; finding andretrieving information on the World Wide Web; and the use ofportals and search engines. Discussion covers Internet securitymeasures as well as social, ethical, and legal issues related to thegrowth of the Internet. HTML and Web page design are introduced.Assignments include designing and publishing a Webpage. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: CAPP 385 or CMST 385.CMST 386 In t e rnet: An Ad vanced Guide (3)Prerequisite: CMST 385. A study of advanced applications for theInternet and the World Wide Web. Focus is on Web page design,including features such as frames, animation, and cascading stylesheets. Dynamic HTML and JavaScript are introduced. Assignmentsinclude publishing a Web page. Students may receive creditfor only one of the following courses: CAPP 386 or CMST 386.CMST 398J Programming with Ja va S c ript (3)Prerequisites: CMIS 102 (or CMIS 102A) and CMST 386.A structured approach to programming with JavaScript to builddynamic, interactive Web pages. Topics include adaptive forms,dynamic HTML, event modeling, cross-browser compatibility,cookies, and security issues. Programming projects are included.CMST 416 Ad vanced Visual Basic .NETProgramming (3)Prerequisite: CMST 306. An investigation of advanced VisualBasic .NET programming concepts, tools, and methods. Emphasisis on application design and development. Practical opportunitiesto design and develop complete applications integratingmultiple features of the Visual Basic .NET programming languageare provided.CMST 430 Web Site Management (3)Prerequisite: CMST 386. An in-depth survey of Web site maintenancefor small businesses. Topics include Web tools, includingscripting, servers, editors, image manipulation tools, utilities, andtraffic analysis. Focus is on Internet security and e-commerceissues. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: CAPP 498C or CMST 430.163

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SCMST 450 Web Design Me t h o d o l o gy andTe c h n o l o gy (3)Prerequisite: CMST 386. An in-depth survey of the design anddelivery of professional Web content. Focus is on using comprehensivetools and the latest technology to enhance the Web presenceof a small business. Topics include multimedia and interacti v i t y. Online commerce and Internet security issues are discussed.Assignments include a comprehensive project. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: CAPP 498Dor CMST 450.CMST 486A In t e rnship in Computer St u d i e sT h rough Co-op (3)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in computerstudies. At least 12 hours per week must be devoted to new tasksfor a minimum of 180 hours during the Co-op session; four newtasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and the courserequirements must be completed. May be repeated upon approvalof a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasks and objectivesrelated to computer studies and that continues to advanceapplication of academic theory in the workplace. Students mayearn up to 15 semester hours in all internship coursework throughCo-op toward a first bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semester hourstoward a second bachelor’s degree. Co-op credits may not be usedfor general education requirements and, unless otherwise specified,no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academicmajor and minor (combined).CMST 486B In t e rnship in Computer St u d i e sT h rough Co-op (6)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in computerstudies. At least 20 hours per week must be devoted to new tasksfor a total of 300 hours during the Co-op session; five to eightnew tasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and thecourse requirements must be completed. May be repeated uponapproval of a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasksand objectives related to computer studies and that continues toadvance application of academic theory in the workplace. Studentsmay earn up to 15 semester hours in all internship courseworkthrough Co-op toward a first bachelor’s degree and up to9 semester hours tow a rd a second bachelor’s degree. Co-op cre d i t smay not be used for general education requirements and, unlessotherwise specified, no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used inthe academic major and minor (combined).CMST 498F Web Application De ve l o p m e n tUsing ColdFusion (3)Prerequisite: CMST 386. A structured approach to building andmaintaining dynamic and interactive Web applications. Emphasisis on application design and development. Hands-on practice inusing ColdFusion is provided.Cooperative EducationCooperative Education (Co-op) extends education beyond thetraditional classroom by integrating career-related work opportunitieswith the student’s field of study.Cooperative Education courses carry the designator of the appropriateacademic discipline and the number 486A or 486B. Co-opcourses may not be applied toward any general education requirementsor some majors and minors. Students are responsible forconsulting their advisor about applying Co-op credit to theirdegree program.More details and contact information for Cooperative Educationare available on p. 15. Details are also available on the Web atwww.umuc.edu/coop.Criminology/CriminalJusticeCourses in criminology/criminal justice (designated CCJS) maybe applied as appropriate (according to individual programrequirements) toward• the general education requirement in the behavioral andsocial sciences (Note: Only CCJS 105, 330, 350, 360,432, 451, 452, 453, 454, and 461 apply.);• a major in criminal justice or legal studies;• a minor in criminal justice, forensics, or sociology;• a certificate in Correctional Administration, SecurityManagement, or Security Operations; and• electives.Students who previously re c e i ved credit for courses in the disciplinesof criminology (courses designated CRIM) or criminal justice(courses designated CJUS) may not re c e i ve credit for comparablecourses designated CCJS.164

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SA description of the curriculum for the criminal justice major andminor begins on p. 45. Descriptions of other related curriculamay be found on the following pages: forensics (p. 57), legalstudies (p. 73), and sociology (p. 85).CCJS 100 In t roduction to Criminal Justice (3)(Fulfills the general education requirement in behavioral andsocial sciences.) An introduction to the administration of criminaljustice in a democratic society, emphasizing the history and theoriesof law enforcement. Discussion covers the principles of organizationand administration in law enforcement, including specificactivities and functions (such as research and planning, publicrelations, personnel and training, inspection and control, andformulation and direction of policy). Students may receive creditfor only one of the following courses: CCJS 100 or CJUS 100.CCJS 105 In t roduction to Cri m i n o l o gy (3)(Fulfills the general education requirement in behavioral andsocial sciences.) An overview of criminal behavior and the methodsof studying it. Topics include causation; typologies of criminalacts and offenders; the practices and effects of punishments, correction,and incapacitation; and the prevention of crime. Studentsmay receive credit for only one of the following courses: CCJS105 or CRIM 220.CCJS 230 Criminal Law in Action (3)An exploration of law as a method of social control. The nature,sources, and types of criminal law are studied in relation to its historyand theories. Topics include behavioral and legal aspects ofcriminal acts and the classification and analysis of selected criminaloffenses. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: CCJS 230 or CJUS 230.CCJS 234 Criminal Pro c e d u re andEvidence (3)A study of the general principles and theories of criminal pro c e-d u re. Topics include due process, arrest, search and seizure, and thee valuation of evidence and pro o f. Recent developments in the fielda re discussed. Students may re c e i ve credit for only one of the following courses: CCJS 234, CJUS 234, LGST 320, or PLGL 320.CCJS 320 In t roduction to Criminalistics (3)Prerequisite: CCJS 100 or CCJS 105. An introduction to modernmethods used in detecting, investigating, and solving crimes. Thepractical analysis of evidence in a criminal investigation laboratoryis covered. Topics include photography, fingerprints, and otherimpressions; ballistics, documents and handwriting, glass, andhair; drug analysis; and lie detection. Students may receive creditfor only one of the following courses: CCJS 320 or CJUS 320.CCJS 330 Contemporary Cri m i n o l o g i c a lIssues (3)(Fulfills the general education requirement in behavioral andsocial sciences.) Prerequisite: CCJS 100 or CCJS 105. An examinationof various criminological problems. Topics include careercriminals, prison overcrowding, prediction, ecological studies ofcrime, and family and delinquency. Students may receive creditfor only one of the following courses: CCJS 330 or CRIM 330.CCJS 331 Contemporary Legal PolicyIssues (3)Prerequisite: CCJS 105. Thorough examination of selected topics:criminal responsibility, alternative sociolegal policies on deviance,law-enforcement procedures for civil law and similar legal problems,admissibility of evidence, and the indigent’s right to counsel.Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: CCJS 331 or CJUS 330.CCJS 340 Law-En f o rcementAdministration (3)An introduction to concepts of organization and management asthey relate to law enforcement. Topics include principles of structu re, process, policy and pro c e d u re, communication and authority,division of work and organizational controls, the human elementin the organization, and informal interaction in the context ofbureaucracy. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: CCJS 340 or CJUS 340.CCJS 350 Ju venile Delinquency (3)(Fulfills the general education requirement in behavioral andsocial sciences.) Prerequisite: CCJS 100 or CCJS 105. An examinationof juvenile delinquency in relation to the general problemof crime. Topics include factors underlying juvenile delinquency,prevention of criminal acts by youths, and the treatment of delinquents.Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: CCJS 350 or CRIM 450.CCJS 351 Issues in Criminal Justice (6)An interd i s c i p l i n a ry exploration of criminal justice. Topics includetheories of the causes of crime; requisites of criminal liability;defenses; the rights guaranteed by the Fo u rth, Fifth, and Si x t hAmendments to the U.S. Constitution; underc over inve s t i g a t i o n ;special issues in juvenile justice; and the highly controversial issues ofcapital punishment and victimization. Students may re c e i ve cre d i tfor only one of the following courses: BEHS 351 or CCJS 351.165

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SCCJS 352 Drugs and Crime (3)Prerequisite: CCJS 100 or CCJS 105. An analysis of the roleof criminal justice in controlling the use and abuse of drugs.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:CCJS 352 or CJUS 352.CCJS 357 In d u s t rial and Retail Se c u ri t yAdministration (3)An exploration of the origins of contemporary private securitysystems. The organization and management of protective units(industrial and retail) are examined. Students may receive creditfor only one of the following courses: CCJS 357 or CJUS 360.CCJS 360 V i c t i m o l o gy (3)(Fulfills the general education requirement in behavioral andsocial sciences.) Prerequisite: CCJS 100 or CCJS 105. An overviewof the history and theory of victimology in which patternsof victimization are analyzed, with emphasis on types of victimsand of crimes. The interaction between victims of crime and thesystem of criminal justice is considered in terms of the role of thevictim and the services that the victim is offered. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: CCJS 360 orCRIM 360.CCJS 370 Race, Crime, and CriminalJustice (3)A historical and theoretical study of the role and treatment ofracial/ethnic minorities in the criminal justice system.CCJS 372 Criminal Justice and Do m e s t i cViolence (3)Pre requisite: CCJS 100 or CCJS 105. An examination of the deve l-opment and evaluation of domestic violence and the response of thecriminal justice system to the problem. Focus is on development ande n f o rcement of criminal laws and sanctions across the United St a t e s .Students may re c e i ve credit for only one of the following courses:CCJS 372 or CCJS 498I.CCJS 398P Crisis Management and De c i s i o nMaking (1)A study of the activities involved in planning, organizing, anddirecting immediate aid to the public and victims during emergencies.Focus is on gaining problem-solving skills using real-lifesituations. Topics include immediate challenges, such as controllingaccess, establishing and maintaining communications, evacuatingresidents, providing medical care, protecting crime scenes,and restoring vital community services. Theories from severaldisciplines are examined.CCJS 398Q Interagency Communication (1)An examination of the need for up-to-the-minute, accurate,specific, and reliable information and communication betweengovernmental and private organizations. Focus is on effectiveorganization, dissemination, and management of informationand intelligence.CCJS 398R Strategic Planning and RiskReduction (1)A study of threat and risk reduction and management. Topicsinclude planning, budgeting, staffing, and directing first respondersand emergency personnel. Focus is on how to create plansthat strengthen security, reduce risks, and prevent attacks orminimize loss in daily operations, disasters, and emergencies.Discussion covers theories of crime, human behavior, andbusiness management.CCJS 400 Criminal Courts (3)An examination of criminal courts in the United States at alllevels. Topics include the roles of judges, prosecutors, defenders,clerks, and court administrators, and the nature of their jobs;problems of administration, as well as those facing courts andprosecutors; and reform. Students may receive credit for onlyone of the following courses: CCJS 400 or CJUS 400.CCJS 420 Medical and Legal In vestigationsof Death (3)An intensive look at medical and legal investigations into causesof death. Topics include the difference between the medical (orpathological) and legal (or criminal) components of investigationsinto causes of death, medical and investigative terminology, andthe impact of ethics on prosecutions and convictions. Case studiesillustrate practical applications of various forms of forensic stylesand parameters.CCJS 430 Legal and Ethical Issues in Se c u ri t yManagement (3)An examination of current problems facing the security professional.Topics include legal liabilities, compliance issues, and ethicalstandards of organizations. Students may receive credit foronly one of the following courses: CCJS 430 or CCJS 498F.CCJS 431 Legal and Ethical Issues inC o r rections (3)An examination of problems associated with managing staff andinmates in correctional communities. Topics include constitutionalrights of inmates, inmate litigation and case law, workplace ethicsand principles, and employee rights and protections.166

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SCCJS 432 Law of Corrections (3)(Fulfills the general education requirement in behavioral andsocial sciences.) Prerequisite: CCJS 105. A review of the law ofcriminal corrections, from sentencing to final release or release onparole. Topics include probation, punishments, special treatmentsfor special offenders, parole and pardon, and the prisoner’s civilrights. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: CCJS 432 or CRIM 432.CCJS 433 Communicating in theC o r rectional Cu l t u re (3)A study of effective management and communication modelsapplicable to correctional communities. Correctional climate andculture, information flow, inter- and intrapersonal relationshipsare major themes. Topics include formal and informal communication;verbal and nonverbal cues; and dissemination of rules,policies, and procedures.CCJS 444 Ad vanced Law-En f o rc e m e n tAdministration (3)Prerequisite: CCJS 340. A foundation in organizing the labor,material, and systems needed to accomplish the major goals ofsocial control. Topics include personnel and systems management,as well as political controls and limitations on authority and jurisdiction.Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: CCJS 444 or CJUS 444.CCJS 445 In t roduction to Se c u ri t yManagement (3)A study of the concepts, principles, and methods of organizingand administering security management and loss-prevention activitiesin industry, business, and government. Emphasis is on bothprivate and governmental protection of assets, personnel, andfacilities. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: CCJS 445 or CCJS 498G.CCJS 451 Crime and DelinquencyPre vention (3)(Fulfills the general education requirement in behavioral andsocial sciences.) Prerequisite: CCJS 100 or CCJS 105. A reviewof methods and programs used in preventing crime and delinquency.Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: CCJS 451 or CRIM 451.CCJS 452 Treatment of Criminals andDelinquents (3)(Fulfills the general education requirement in behavioral andsocial sciences.) Prerequisite: CCJS 100 or CCJS 105. Analysisof processes and methods used to modify criminal and delinquentbehavior. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: CCJS 452 or CRIM 452.CCJS 453 White-Collar and Or g a n i zedCrime (3)(Fulfills the general education requirement in behavioral andsocial sciences.) Prerequisite: CCJS 100 or CCJS 105. Anoverview of the definition, detection, prosecution, sentencing,and impact of white-collar and organized crime. Special considerationis given to the role of federal law and enforcement practices.CCJS 454 Contemporary Cri m i n o l o g i c a lT h e o ry (3)(Fulfills the general education requirement in behavioral andsocial sciences.) Prerequisite: CCJS 100 or CCJS 105. A briefhistorical overview of criminological theory. Topics includedeviance, labeling, and typologies, as well as the most recentresearch on criminalistic subcultures and middle-class delinquency.Various recent proposals for decriminalization are discussed.Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: CCJS 454 or CRIM 454.CCJS 455 T h e o ry and Principles of Exe c u t i veProtection (3)Prerequisite: CCJS 100 or CCJS 105. A study of concepts, principles,and methods of organizing and administering a successfulprotective security program for corporate executives, professionalathletes, entertainment celebrities, and political personalities andfamilies who are vulnerable and at risk for harassment, stalking,assault, kidnapping, or assassination at home, in the work environment,or while traveling. The philosophy and principles ofprotection and the use of both physical security techniques andelectronic countermeasures are examined.CCJS 460 School Safety and Se c u rity (3)A study of methods of safeguarding the school environment.Topics include threat assessment in schools, essential securitycomponents for school safety and security, school culture andimplications for safety and security, and crime prevention inschools (including the identification of warning signs and criticalincident planning).167

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SCCJS 461 Ps yc h o l o gy of Criminal Behavior (3)(Fulfills the general education requirement in behavioral andsocial sciences.) Prerequisite: CCJS 100 or CCJS 105. Anoverview of the biological, environmental, and psychological factorsthat underlie criminal behavior. Characteristics of criminalbehavior are reviewed. The influence of biophysiology and stresson the commission of various crimes is examined. Topics includepatterns of maladjustment, disorders of the personality, psychoses,the connection between aggression and violent crime, sexual deviationsand crimes that are sexually motivated, and the abuse ofalcohol and drugs. Students may receive credit for only oneof the following courses: CCJS 461 or CRIM 455.CCJS 462 Protection of Business Assets (3)An examination of the application of security knowledge andtechniques for the protection of business assets. Topics includesecurity planning methods, risk analysis, security surveys, anddecision making for the development of security programs andcountermeasures. Students may receive credit for only one of thefollowing courses: CCJS 462 or CCJS 498H.CCJS 463 Se c u rity: A Ma n a g e m e n tPe r s p e c t i ve (3)An examination of concepts, strategies, and skills needed to managesecurity-related operations and activities. Focus is on employe e/employer security. Students may receive credit for only one of thefollowing courses: CCJS 463 or CCJS 498K.CCJS 486A In t e rnship in Criminal Ju s t i c eT h rough Co-op (3)Prerequisites: CCJS 100 or CCJS 105; 9 credits in criminaljustice; and formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in criminaljustice. At least 12 hours per week must be devoted to new tasksfor a minimum of 180 hours during the Co-op session; four newtasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and the courserequirements must be completed. May be repeated upon approvalof a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasks and objectivesrelated to criminal justice and that continues to advanceapplication of academic theory in the workplace. Students mayearn up to 15 semester hours in all internship coursework throughCo-op toward a first bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semester hourstoward a second bachelor’s degree. Co-op credits may not be usedfor general education requirements and, unless otherwise specified,no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academicmajor and minor (combined).CCJS 486B In t e rnship in Criminal Ju s t i c eT h rough Co-op (6)Prerequisites: CCJS 100 or CCJS 105; 9 credits in criminaljustice; and formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in criminaljustice. At least 20 hours per week must be devoted to new tasksfor a total of 300 hours during the Co-op session; five to eightnew tasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; andthe course requirements must be completed. May be repeatedupon approval of a new Learning Proposal that demonstratesnew tasks and objectives related to criminal justice and that continuesto advance application of academic theory in the workplace.Students may earn up to 15 semester hours in all internshipcoursework through Co-op toward a first bachelor’s degreeand up to 9 semester hours toward a second bachelor’s degree.Co-op credits may not be used for general education requirementsand, unless otherwise specified, no more than 6 Co-op creditsmay be used in the academic major and minor (combined).CCJS 491 Institutional Se c u rity (3)A survey of the security needs, methods, and technology of military,medical, academic, and other professional institutions. Theintegration of security concerns with other aspects of managementare examined. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: CCJS 491 or CCJS 498E.CCJS 495 Criminal Trial Issues (3)Prerequisite: CCJS 100 or CCJS 105. An intensive study ofthe latest constitutional developments in the ever-changing areasof search and seizure, confessions, trial procedure, punishment,and appeals. Focus is on past and current trends of the U.S.Supreme Court in applying the Fourth, Fifth, Sixth, Eighth,and Fourteenth Amendments to both federal and state lawenforcementpractices. Supreme Court case decisions and casespending review and decision provide an opportunity to understandthe doctrinal development of controlling principles andto predict future developments. Students may receive credit foronly one of the following courses: CCJS 495 or CCJS 498A.CCJS 496 Computer Crime and Se c u rity (3)An examination of crimes involving the use of computers. Topicsinclude federal and state laws and investigative and preventivemethods used to secure computers. Case studies emphasizesecurity. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: CCJS 496 or CCJS 498C.168

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SCCJS 497 Correctional Administration (3)Prerequisite: CCJS 100 or CCJS 105. An introduction to conceptsof organization and management as they relate to the fieldof corrections. Topics include the history of corrections, institutionalstructure and classification, policy and procedures, communicationand authority, division of work, inmate discipline anddue process, organizational culture, security, technology changes,and relationships with other components of the criminal justicesystem. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: CCJS 497 or CCJS 498D.CCJS 498B Fo rensics and Ps yc h o l o gy (1)A survey of psychological re s e a rch and theory dealing with behaviorin the criminal trial process. Topics include jury selection, criminalp rofiling, eyewitness testimony, prediction of violent behavior, andmental competency of the accused. Students may re c e i ve credit foronly one of the following courses: CCJS 498B or PSYC 309E.CCJS 498J Criminal Justice and the Media (1)An in-depth analysis of the effect of the news media on crime levelsand public fear of crime. The relationship between media coverageand public perception is explored, as is the media’s role incrime prevention.CCJS 498L The Origin of the Right toCounsel (1)An exploration of the historical basis of the right to counsel andthe rationale behind the Sixth Amendment to the Constitution.CCJS 498M The Role of Public Defender inCriminal Justice System (1)An examination of the role of the public defender in the defenseof the poor and indigent accused of criminal acts. Topics includethe role of the public defender in the criminal justice system, theorigin of the right to counsel, the death penalty, and profiling.EconomicsCourses in economics (designated ECON) may be applied asappropriate (according to individual program requirements)toward• the general education requirement in the behavioral andsocial sciences;• a major in finance, global business and public policy,or social science;• a minor in economics;• related requirements for most business-related majorsand minors; and• electives.A description of the curriculum for the economics minor beginson p. 48. Descriptions of related majors may be found on the followingpages: finance (p. 52), global business and public policy(p. 61), and social science (p. 83).ECON 201 Principles of Ma c roeconomics (3)An introduction to the problems of unemployment, inflation, andeconomic growth. Emphasis is on the roles of monetary policyand fiscal policy in determining macroeconomic policy. The efficacyof controlling wages and prices is analyzed. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: ECON 201or ECON 205.ECON 203 Principles of Mi c roeconomics (3)Analysis of the principles underlying the behavior of individualconsumers and business firms. Topics include problems of internationaltrade and finance, distribution of income, policies foreliminating poverty and discrimination, problems of environmentalpollution, and effects of various market structures oneconomic activity.ECON 305 In t e rmediate Ma c ro e c o n o m i cT h e o ry and Policy (3)Prerequisite: ECON 201. Analysis of forces that determine anation’s income, employment, and price levels. Topics includeconsumption, investment, inflation, and governmental fiscal andmonetary policy. Students may receive credit for only one of thefollowing courses: ECON 305, ECON 403, or ECON 405.169

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SECON 306 In t e rmediate Mi c ro e c o n o m i cT h e o ry (3)Prerequisite: ECON 203. Analysis of the principles underlyingthe behavior of individual consumers and business firms. Theoriesof marketing systems, distribution, and the roles of externalitiesare covered. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: ECON 306 or ECON 403.ECON 315 Economic De velopment ofUn d e rd e veloped Areas (3)Prerequisite(s): Either ECON 201 and ECON 203 or ECON205. Analysis of the economic and social characteristics of underdevelopedareas. Recent theories about economic development,obstacles to development, and policies and planning for developmentare discussed. Students may receive credit for only one ofthe following courses: ECON 315 or ECON 416.ECON 380 Comparative EconomicSystems (3)Prerequisite(s): Either ECON 201 and ECON 203 or ECON205. A comparative analysis of the theory and practice of varioustypes of economic systems, especially the economic systems of theUnited States, the former Soviet Union, the People’s Republic ofChina, Western and Eastern Europe, and less-developed countries.ECON 381 En v i ronmental Economics (3)Prerequisite: ECON 201 or ECON 205. Application of economictheory to problems of environmental quality and management.The theory behind common-property resources, economic externalities,alternative pollution-control measures, and limits to economicgrowth is discussed.ECON 422 Qu a n t i t a t i ve Methods inEconomics I (3)Prerequisites: STAT 230 (or BMGT 230) and ECON 201 and203. A study of the interaction between problems of economicsand the assumptions of statistical theory. Formulation, estimation,and testing of economic models (including theory of identification,techniques of single-variable and multiple-variable regression,and issues of inference) are explained. Assignments includeindependent work relating course material to an economic problemchosen by the student.ECON 430 Money and Banking (3)Prerequisites: ECON 201 and 203. An examination of the structureof financial institutions and their role in providing moneyand near-money. Institutions, processes, and correlations analyzedinclude the functions of the Federal Reserve System, the techniquesof central banks, the control of the supply of financialassets as a mechanism of stabilization policy, and the relationshipof money and credit to economic activity and prices. Studentsmay receive credit for only one of the following courses: ECON430 or ECON 431.ECON 440 In t e rnational Economics (3)Pre requisites: ECON 201 and 203. A description of internationaltrade and an analysis of international transactions, exchange rates,and balance of payments. Policies of protection, devaluation, ande xchange-rate stabilization and their consequences are also analyze d .Students may re c e i ve credit for only one of the following courses:BEHS 440, ECON 440, or ECON 441.ECON 450 In t roduction to Pu b l i c - Se c t o rEconomics (3)Prerequisite(s): Either ECON 201 and 203 or ECON 205. Astudy of public finance, examining the roles of federal, state, andlocal governments in meeting the demands of the public. Analysiscovers theories of taxation, public expenditures, governmentalbudgeting, benefit/cost analysis, and redistribution of income, aswell as their applications in public policy. Students may receivecredit for only one of the following courses: ECON 450 orECON 454.ECON 490 Su rvey of Urban Ec o n o m i cProblems and Policies (3)Pre requisite(s): Either ECON 201 and 203 or ECON 205. Ani n t roduction to the study of urban economics by means of examiningissues in current policy. Topics may include urban renewal,economic development in ghettos, problems concerning transportation,the development of new towns, and problems concerningp rovision of services (such as education and police pro t e c t i o n ) .ECON 425 Mathematical Economics (3)Prerequisites: ECON 201 and 203 and MATH 220. An explanationof the simpler aspects of mathematical economics. The typesof calculus and algebra that are required for economic analysis arepresented.170

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SEducation: Counselingand Personnel ServicesCourses in this discipline—education: counseling and personnelservices (designated EDCP)—do not apply toward teachercertificationrequirements.Lower-level courses are intended to help students learn how tomake the most of their college careers. They are recommendedfor students who have been away from school or who need toimprove their academic skills.EDCP 101, 101X, 103, and 103X do not fulfill the generaleducation requirement in communications; they may be usedas elective credit only.Other courses designed to help students succeed in school or onthe job are also included under career planning (courses designatedCAPL) and library skills (courses designated LIBS).EDCP 100 Principles and Strategiesof Successful Learning (3)An introduction to knowledge and strategies designed to pro m o t esuccess in the university environment. Focus is on developing thes t u d y, interpersonal, and self-management skills and attitudes neededto achieve academic objectives. Topics include the unive r s i t y’s mission,re s o u rces, and re q u i rements. A series of self-assessments serveas tools to identify values and goals for individual life planning andeducational success.EDCP 101 Ef f e c t i ve Writing Skills (3)( Does not fulfill the general education re q u i rement in communications.Recommended as preparation for ENGL 101.) A study ofwriting designed to improve basic skills at the level of sentence andparagraph. Topics include word choice, grammar, punctuation, andmechanics. Frequent opportunities to practice and refine skills arep rovided. Students may re c e i ve credit for only one of the follow i n gcourses: EDCP 101, EDCP 101X, or ENGL 100.EDCP 103 Elements of Compositionand Style (3)(Does not fulfill the general education requirement in communications.Recommended as preparation for ENGL 101 or upperlevelwriting courses.) Prerequisite: Satisfactory performance ona placement test or recommendation of an advisor. A review ofbasic writing skills. Topics include increasing language awareness,developing sophisticated diction, and improving grammar.Practice is provided in writing complex sentences, giving examples,and developing extended paragraphs. Focus is on discerning,gathering, organizing, and presenting evidence and on developinga narrative voice. Students may receive credit for only one of thefollowing courses: EDCP 103, EDCP 103X, or ENGL 100.EnglishCourses in English (designated ENGL) may be applied as appropriate(according to individual program requirements) toward• the general education requirement in communications (writingcourses) or in the arts and humanities (literature courses);• a major or minor in English or humanities; and• electives.ENGL 101, 101X, 102, 278F, 291, 294, 480, 481, 482, 483,485, 487, 488, and 493 may be applied toward the general educationrequirement in communications for another writing course,but not toward the general education requirement in upper-levelintensive writing.ENGL 101, 101X, 102, 278F, 281, 281X, 291, 294, 384, 480,481, 482, 483, 485, 487, 488, and 493 may be applied towardthe general education requirement in communications for a thirdwriting course or a speech communication course.Only ENGL 391 and 391X (as well as COMM 393, 393X, 394,and 394X) are designated as writing intensive and may be appliedtoward the general education requirement in upper-level intensivewriting.Courses in literature may be applied toward the general educationrequirement in the arts and humanities.ENGL 106 and EDCP 101, 101X, 103, and 103X may be usedas electives but do not fulfill requirements.Degree-seeking students must complete ENGL 101 (or presentits equivalent in transfer) during their first 18 semester hours ofenrollment at UMUC. ENGL 101 is prerequisite to all Englishwriting courses with higher numbers and most courses in communicationstudies. Placement tests are required for enrollmentin ENGL 101 and 101X. Students may either consult the undergraduateSchedule of Classes for times and locations of tests or contactthe Testing Center by phone at 800-888-UMUC, ext. 5249,or by e-mail at testingcenter@umuc.edu.Students for whom English is a second language should considertaking writing courses designated with X, such as ENGL 101X,391X, etc. Other writing courses are available under the disciplineof communication studies.Other communications courses are also available under communicationstudies (courses designated COMM) and journalism(courses designated JOUR).A description of the curriculum for the English major and minorbegins on p. 48. A description of the curriculum for the humanitiesmajor and minor begins on p. 65.171

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SENGL 101 In t roduction to Writing (3)(Students for whom English is a second language should considertaking ENGL 101X instead.) Prerequisite: Satisfactory performanceon a placement test. Practice in effective writing and clearthinking at all levels, including the sentence and paragraph, withemphasis on the essay and research report. Specific steps reviewedwithin the writing process include formulating purpose, identifyingan audience, and selecting and using research resources andmethods of development. Assignments include composing a totalof at least 4,500 words (approximately 20 pages). Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: ENGL 101or ENGL 101X.ENGL 101X In t roduction to Writing (3)(Enrollment restricted to students for whom English is a secondlanguage.) Prerequisite: Satisfactory performance on a placementtest. Practice in effective writing and clear thinking at all levels,including the sentence and paragraph, with emphasis on the essayand research report. Specific steps reviewed within the writingp rocess include formulating purpose, identifying an audience, andselecting and using research resources and methods of development.Assignments include composing a total of at least 4,500words (approximately 20 pages). Students may receive credit foronly one of the following courses: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X.ENGL 201 We s t e rn World Literature:Homer to the Renaissance (3)Prerequisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X. A survey of classicwritings from Greek, biblical, Roman, and medieval civilizations.Discussion covers literary forms and the ways the works reflectthe values of their cultures. Readings may include selections fromthe Bible and the writings of Homer, Sophocles, Virgil, Dante,and Chaucer. Selections may vary each semester.ENGL 205 In t roduction to Sh a k e s p e a re (3)Prerequisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X. An examination of representativeShakespearean plays from each genre (comedy, history,tragedy, and romance).ENGL 221 American Literature: Beginningto 1865 (3)Prerequisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X. A close study of somemasterpieces of American literature, covering the period from thebeginning of American literature to 1865.ENGL 222 American Literature: 1865 to thePresent (3)Pre requisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X. A study of the deve l o p-ment of American literature since the Civil Wa r, emphasizing re p rese n t a t i ve authors and works. Ge n res investigated include stories andpoems, as well as novels and plays. Significant films may be viewe d .ENGL 240 In t roduction to Fiction, Po e t ry,and Drama (3)Prerequisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X. An introduction to fiction,poetry, drama, film, and the literary essay, with an emphasison developing critical reading and writing skills. Study may beorganized either by genre or by theme. Writers covered vary fromsemester to semester. Films may be included. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: ENGL 240or ENGL 340.ENGL 244 In t roduction to Drama (3)Prerequisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X. A study of significantand representative plays from the Greek era to modern times. Thetheory and development of drama are discussed. Emphasis is onthe analysis and discussion of the plays.ENGL 246 The Sh o rt St o ry (3)Prerequisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X. An analysis of theattributes of the well-written short story. Topics include aspectssuch as theme, plot, characterization, point of view, tone, imagery,irony, and symbolism, as exemplified in representative works ofthe 19th and 20th centuries. Only minimal biographical and historicalbackground is provided; focus is on the selected writings.ENGL 278F In t roduction to Principlesof Text Editing (3)(Fulfills the general education requirement in communications.)Prerequisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X. An introduction tothe practice of editing. Focus is on striving for correctness, consistency,and clarity of style, while writing, evaluating, and rewritingvarious documents.172

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SENGL 281 St a n d a rd English Gr a m m a r,Usage, and Diction (3)( Students for whom English is a second language should considertaking ENGL 281X instead. Fulfills the general education re q u i rementin communications, but is not a writing course.) Pre re q u i s i t e :ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X. An ove rv i ew of grammatical stru c t u re sof standard formal and written English. Topics may include parts ofspeech, punctuation, choice and usage of words, sentence patterns,and advanced grammatical issues. Students may re c e i ve credit foronly one of the following courses: ENGL 281 or ENGL 281X.ENGL 288 Special Topics in Literature (3)An introduction to literary works written by a specific author orauthors, representative of a literary movement, or produced in aspecific time or place. Students may receive credit for a giventopic in either ENGL 288 or ENGL 388 only once.ENGL 289 Special Topics in Literature (1–3)An introduction to literary works written by a specific author orauthors, representative of a literary movement, or produced in aspecific time or place. Students may receive credit for a giventopic in either ENGL 289 or ENGL 389 only once.ENGL 291 Ex p o s i t o ry and Re s e a rchWriting (3)( Fulfills the general education re q u i rement in communications.)Pre requisites: ENGL 101 (or ENGL 101X) and LIBS 150. Continuedpractice in critical reading, thinking, and writing skills.Focus is on analyzing, evaluating, and synthesizing diverse sourc e sand viewpoints to develop persuasive and argumentative writingp rojects. Assignments include written exe rcises, two short re s e a rc hessays, and a re s e a rch paper, resulting in a total of at least 4,500w o rds (approximately 20 pages). Students may re c e i ve credit foronly one of the following courses: ENGL 291 or ENGL 291H.ENGL 294 In t roduction to Cre a t i veWriting (3)(Fulfills the general education requirements in communications.)Prerequisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X. An introductory studyof creative writing designed to develop critical awareness, creativity,and skill in writing and analyzing poems and short stories.ENGL 303 Critical Ap p roaches toL i t e r a t u re (3)(Fulfills the general education requirement in communications.Designed as a foundation for other upper-level literature courses.)Prerequisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X. A study of the techniquesof literary analysis, emphasizing close reading of texts.The goal is to better understand and appreciate literature and tobe able to formulate concepts and express them in well-written,coherent prose. Assignments include composing a total of 6,000words (approximately 25 pages).ENGL 304 The Major Wo rks ofSh a k e s p e a re (3)Prerequisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X. An overview of thevariety of Shakespeare’s works, including a representative sampleof comedies, histories, tragedies, and romances. The goal is togain a better understanding of and appreciation for the plays,both in reading the texts and viewing performances of them.ENGL 310 Me d i e val and Renaissance Bri t i s hL i t e r a t u re (3)Prerequisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X. An exploration of thecultural attitudes and values that separate the Middle Ages fromthe Renaissance, highlighting the changing role and purpose ofthe writer. Major works and authors may include Beowulf, SirGawain and the Green Knight, Chaucer, Spenser, Marlowe, andShakespeare.ENGL 311 17th- and 18th-Century Bri t i s hL i t e r a t u re (3)Prerequisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X. A study of the cultureof 17th- and 18th-century Britain seen through detailed studyof selected major texts. Readings cover drama, poetry, politicalwritings, and early novels by men and women. Authors mayinclude Donne, Milton, Jonson, Swift, Pope, Montagu, andWollstonecraft.ENGL 312 Romantic to Mo d e rn Bri t i s hL i t e r a t u re (3)Prerequisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X. A study of representativeauthors and works in British literature from the early 19thcentury to the present, with emphasis on the novel. Some poetryand drama are also covered. The works of representative writers(such as Jane Austen, Charles Dickens, Thomas Hardy, P. D.James, and others) are explored.173

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SENGL 345 Mo d e rn Po e t ry (3)( Not open to students who have already completed ENGL 446.)Pre requisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X. A survey of British andAmerican poetry from Yeats and Robinson to the present. Sp e c i a lemphasis is on Yeats, Pound, Eliot, Williams, Roethke, and Lowe l l .ENGL 354 American Women WritersSince 1900 (3)Prerequisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X. An examination of thecontributions of major American women writers since 1900 inthe novel, short story, drama, and poetry.ENGL 358 British Women WritersSince 1900 (3)Prerequisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X. An examination of thecontributions of major British women writers since 1900 in thenovel, short story, drama, and poetry.ENGL 363 African American Authorsto 1900 (3)Prerequisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X. An examination of thedevelopment, diversity, and quantity of African American literature,focusing on works composed before 1900. A broad range ofAfrican American writers is studied through some of their importantbut lesser-known works. Readings may include the writingsof Phillis Wheatley, Frances Harper, Maria W. Stewart, DavidWalker, Frederick Douglass, William Wells Brown, CharlesChesnutt, and Paul Laurence Dunbar.ENGL 364 African American AuthorsSince 1900 (3)Prerequisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X. An examination of thedevelopment and diversity of African American literature since1900. Readings may include works by James Weldon Johnson,Zora Neale Hurston, Richard Wright, James Baldwin, Ann Petry,Paule Marshall, Toni Morrison, Alice Walker, and other AfricanAmerican authors. Students may receive credit for only one ofthe following courses: ENGL 364 or HUMN 364.ENGL 377 Me d i e val Myth and Mo d e rnNa r r a t i ve (3)(Not open to students who have completed ENGL 361.) Prerequisite:ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X. A study of literary patternscharacteristic of medieval myth, epic, and romance; their continuingvitality in modern works; and links between medieval works(such as The Prose Edda, Beowulf, Le Morte D’Arthur, The VolsungaSaga, and Grettis Saga) and modern narratives (such as Tolkien’sThe Lord of the Rings).ENGL 391 Ad vanced Ex p o s i t o ry andRe s e a rch Writing (3)( Fulfills the general education re q u i rement in intensive upper-leve lwriting.) Pre requisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X. In s t ruction andpractice in methods of presenting ideas and factual informationclearly and effective l y. Emphasis is on developing skills fundamentalto both workplace and academic writing. Published writings arediscussed and evaluated. Assignments include composing a total of6,000 words (approximately 25 pages). Students may re c e i ve cre d i tfor only one of the following courses: ENGL 391 or ENGL 391X.ENGL 391X Ad vanced Ex p o s i t o ry andRe s e a rch Writing (3)( En rollment restricted to students for whom English is a secondlanguage. Fulfills the general education re q u i rement in intensiveu p p e r - l e vel writing.) Pre requisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X.In s t ruction and practice in methods of presenting ideas and factualinformation clearly and effective l y. Emphasis is on developing skillsfundamental to both workplace and academic writing. Pu b l i s h e dwritings are discussed and evaluated. Assignments include composinga total of 6,000 words (approximately 25 pages). Students mayre c e i ve credit for only one of the following courses: ENGL 391 orENGL 391X.ENGL 402 Chaucer (3)Prerequisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X. An examination ofselections from middle and modern English versions of Chaucer’sCanterbury Tales. The cultural, literary, and linguistic foundationsof Chaucer’s tales are covered. Theme, structure, genre, andimagery are examined in each tale.ENGL 406 Sh a k e s p e a re: Power and Justice (3)Prerequisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X. An intensive study ofShakespeare’s dramatic masterpieces as illustrations of the conceptsof power and justice both in a historically specific socialand cultural context and as timeless concerns reflecting thehuman condition. Students may receive credit for only one ofthe following courses: ENGL 406 or HUMN 440.ENGL 425 Mo d e rn British Literature (3)Prerequisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X. An examination of representativeauthors and works in the development of British literaturefrom the late 19th century to the present.174

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SENGL 433 American Literature: 1914 tothe Present (3)Prerequisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X. A study of representativeworks–selected from drama, fiction, and poetry–that reflectsignificant trends in literary techniques and themes, as well asshifts in cultural values.ENGL 434 American Drama (3)Prerequisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X. An examination of representativeauthors in the development of American drama, withemphasis on post–World War II writers. Playwrights studied mayinclude Glaspell, O’Neill, Hellman, Miller, Williams, Hansberry,Inge, Albee, Shepard, Wilson, Howe, Henley, and Hwang. Filmand television adaptations may be included.ENGL 437 Contemporary Ameri c a nL i t e r a t u re (3)Prerequisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X. A survey of representativeauthors and works in the development of American literaturefrom 1945 to the present, with emphasis on fiction and drama.Works studied may include fiction by Truman Capote, JohnCheever, Flannery O’Connor, Anne Tyler, Kurt Vonnegut, andAlice Walker and dramas by Tennessee Williams, Arthur Miller,Lorraine Hansberry, William Inge, August Wilson, LanfordWilson, Tina Howe, Sam Shepard, and Tony Kushner. Somefilms may also be included.ENGL 439 Major American Writers (3)Prerequisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X. A literary analysis ofthe works of significant American writers, emphasizing subjectmatter, themes, and techniques. Representative writers usuallyinclude Twain, Wharton, Dreiser, Lewis, Fitzgerald, Hemingway,Faulkner, and Frost; other authors may be included. May berepeated to a maximum of 6 credits when topics differ.ENGL 441 The Novel in AmericaSince 1914 (3)Prerequisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X. A survey of theAmerican novel since World War I. Cultural and philosophicalcontexts and technical developments in the genre are discussed.Authors studied may include Ernest Hemingway, Willa Cather,William Faulkner, Anne Tyler, and Toni Morrison.ENGL 454 Mo d e rn World Drama (3)(Fulfills the international perspective requirement.) Prerequisite:ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X. An examination of representativeauthors in the development of modern drama, from Ibsen tothe present. Plays are generally drawn from the works of Ibsen,Strindberg, Chekhov, Shaw, O’Neill, Miller, Williams, Brecht,Pirandello, Hansberry, Orton, Ionesco, Beckett, Pinter, Fugard,Albee, Stoppard, and Shepard. Film and television adaptationsof some of the plays may be included.ENGL 457 The Mo d e rn Novel (3)Prerequisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X. An examination of thedevelopment of the novel from the late 19th century to the present,with emphasis on British and American works. Authors andworks vary each semester but may include writers such as ThomasHardy, Henry James, Theodore Dreiser, Edith Wharton, VirginiaWoolf, William Faulkner, James Joyce, Anne Tyler, Alice Walker,and Tim O’Brien.ENGL 466 The Art h u rian Legend (3)Prerequisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X. A thematic expositionof the development of the Arthurian legend, traced from thefountainhead of the Arthurian romances, Monmouth’s Historyof the Kings of Britain, to the greatest 20th-century Arthurianwork, T. H. White’s The Once and Future King. Works frequentlyincluded are Sir Gawain and the Green Knight, romances byWolfram von Eschenbach, three medieval tales immortalizingthe Lancelot/Guinevere love affair, and romances of Malory andTennyson. The differences in the interpretations of a legend areexplored. Works selected may vary.ENGL 476 Mo d e rn Fantasy andScience Fiction (3)Prerequisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X. An analysis of majorworks of fantasy and science fiction published since the middleof the 18th century. Emphasis is on the development of the genreas well as on literary and cultural issues. Authors may includeJonathan Swift, Mary Shelley, Nikolai Gogol, Edgar Allan Poe,Mark Twain, Robert Louis Stevenson, H. G. Wells, Ray Bradbury,Isaac Asimov, Ursula LeGuin, T. H. White, Robert Heinlein,Philip Dick, Douglas Adams, and Marion Zimmer Bradley.ENGL 480 Cre a t i ve Writing (3)(Fulfills the general education requirement in communications.)Prerequisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X. Discussion and criticalexamination of students’ work (poetry, fiction, and/or drama).Constructive suggestions for improvement are offered. Studentsmay receive credit for only one of the following courses:ENGL 480 or ENGL 498.175

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SENGL 486A In t e rnship in EnglishT h rough Co-op (3)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in English.At least 12 hours per week must be devoted to new tasks for aminimum of 180 hours during the Co-op session; four new tasksmust be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and the coursere q u i rements must be completed. May be repeated upon approva lof a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasks and objectivesrelated to English and that continues to advance applicationof academic theory in the workplace. Students may earn upto 15 semester hours in all internship coursework through Co-optoward a first bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semester hours towarda second bachelor’s degree. Co-op credits may not be used forgeneral education requirements and, unless otherwise specified,no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academic majorand minor (combined).ENGL 486B In t e rnship in EnglishT h rough Co-op (6)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in English.At least 20 hours per week must be devoted to new tasks for atotal of 300 hours during the Co-op session; five to eight newtasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and the courserequirements must be completed. May be repeated upon approvalof a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasks and objectivesrelated to English and that continues to advance applicationof academic theory in the workplace. Students may earn upto 15 semester hours in all internship coursework through Co-optoward a first bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semester hours towarda second bachelor’s degree. Co-op credits may not be used forgeneral education re q u i rements and, unless otherwise specified, nomore than 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academic majorand minor (combined).ENGL 499 Independent Study in English (3)Prerequisite: 6 credits in upper-level ENGL courses. Directedindependent study of topics of special interest not covered byregularly scheduled courses in English. May be repeated to amaximum of 6 credits when topics differ.EnvironmentalManagementCourses in environmental management (designated ENMT)may be applied as appropriate (according to individual programrequirements) toward• a major or minor in environmental management ormanagement studies;• a certificate in Bio-Security or Environmental andOccupational Health and Safety Management; and• electives.Courses in environmental management require a basic scientificfoundation. Before enrolling, students are recommended to completethe related requirements in math and science and shouldconsult an advisor.A description of the curriculum for the environmental managementmajor and minor begins on p. 50. A description of thecurriculum for the management studies major and minor beginson p. 75.ENMT 301 En v i ronment and Ec o s y s t e m sManagement (3)Prerequisite: NSCI 100. An overview of the scientific principlesgoverning ecosystems, particularly as they relate to the environmentalconsequences of resource development and industrialprocesses. Earth’s ecosphere, atmosphere, hydrosphere, and lithosphereare examined with special reference to environmentalimpacts and issues. Discussion covers the current state of the environmentand the history of the environmental movement. Thehistorical development of environmental management issues andapproaches is introduced. Principles of environmental managementat the local, regional, and global levels are also covered.ENMT 303 En v i ronmental Regulations andPolicy (3)(Formerly ENMT 493.) Prerequisite: ENMT 301. An analyticalsurvey of principles of constitutional and administrative law thatare fundamental to environmental and health and safety management.Focus is on acquiring basic knowledge of federal legislation(including CWA, CAA, SDWA, RCRA/HSCA, CERCLA/SARA, FIFRA, TSCA, FDA, DOT, and OSHA), and becomingfamiliar with the use of the Federal Register and the Code ofFederal Re g u l a t i o n s. The relationship between regulations and publicpolicy at local, state, and federal levels is discussed. Review alsocovers the social contract and its sanctions, as expressed in lawand litigation at local, state, national, and international levels.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:ENMT 303 or ENMT 493.176

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SENMT 305 Ha z a rdous Ma t e rialsTox i c o l o gy (3)Prerequisite: ENMT 301. An introduction to the human body,how it functions, and how normal body functions are altered byexposure or contact with hazardous materials. Basic principles oftoxicology are used to examine human health effects associatedwith exposure to hazardous chemicals in the community and inwork environments. Topics include the kinetics and dynamics oftoxins; dermal, ocular, and systematic toxicology; practical aspectsof occupational toxicology; the regulatory agencies (FDA andEPA); the data required to make regulatory decisions; and theprocess of risk assessment.ENMT 310 Emergency Planning andOperations Management (3)Pre requisite: ENMT 301. A re v i ew of human-made and naturalh a z a rds and emergency-pre p a redness laws. The re l a t i o n s h i p sb e t ween industrial processes and hazardous materials are cove re d .Focus is on developing the skills needed to work safely in a hazardous environment and pre p a re hazardous materials for transport a-tion, processing, and disposal. Topics include elements of hazard o u smaterials emergency planning, such as direction and control ofemergency response and remediation. Re v i ew also covers pre p a r a-tion of emergency plans, methodology of disaster response, andp e rformance of emergency operations. Practical exe rcises demonstratehow to pre p a re for and respond to emergencies.ENMT 315 En v i ronmental Audits andPe rmits (3)Prerequisite: ENMT 301. A study of the principles of environmentalimpact assessment and an in-depth look at various laws,regulations, and methods of performing due diligence audits.Topics include the regulatory requirements of NEPA, EIS reports,types of audits, ISO 14000 environmental systems standards,ASTM audit procedures, Department of Health and Safetyaudits, common law privileges, and self-regulation and businesstransfer statutes. Strategies and methodology for obtaining environmentalpermits and compliance are also reviewed.ENMT 320 En v i ronmental and Oc c u p a t i o n a lHealth and Safety Management (3)Prerequisite: ENMT 301. A study of the principles of health andsafety management. Topics include recognition, evaluation, andcontrol of hazards; medical surveillance; personal protectiveequipment; spill and exposure prevention; and contaminationreduction and removal methods. Emphasis is on relating theseprinciples to the regulatory processes (e.g., OSHA/NIOSH)governing environmental and occupational health and safety.ENMT 340 En v i ronmental Te c h n o l o gy (3)Prerequisite: ENMT 301. An introduction to technology for multimedia(i.e., air, water, land) environmental management, control,and remediation. Survey covers existing, modified, new, andemerging technologies. Case studies of real-world environmentalchallenges demonstrate the evaluation and selection of the appropriatetechnology for specific uses. Factors in making technologyapplication decisions, such as technical integrity, cost effectiveness,and environmental soundness, are explained.ENMT 380 Air Quality Management (3)Prerequisite: ENMT 301. An overview of air quality managementprinciples and strategy. Focus is on the atmosphere, pollutantsand sources, dispersion, effects, regulations, air pollution controltechnology and management, indoor air quality, and noise control.Indoor air pollution topics include the study of sick buildings,causes and risk factors, diagnostic protocols, contaminationmeasurement, and problem mitigation.ENMT 405 Pollution Pre vention Strategies (3)Pre requisite: ENMT 301. An ove rv i ew of alternative enviro n m e n -tal strategies to minimize, reduce, and pre vent pollution. To p i c sinclude source reduction, re c ove ry, reuse, re c ycling, and conservation;material substitution; process modifications; quality assurance,quality control, and good housekeeping; waste minimization; ze rodischarge; and pollution pre vention, processing, treatment, anddisposal. Emphasis is on pollution pre vention techniques, practices,and case studies. Re v i ew also covers economic analysis and re g u l a -t o ry compliance related to these strategies.ENMT 486A In t e rnship in En v i ro n m e n t a lManagement T h rough Co-op (3)Pre requisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (pro g r a mre q u i rements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combine academictheory with new, care e r - related experience in enviro n m e n t a lmanagement. At least 12 hours per week must be devoted to newtasks for a minimum of 180 hours during the Co-op session; fourn ew tasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and thecourse re q u i rements must be completed. May be repeated upona p p roval of a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasksand objectives related to environmental management and thatcontinues to advance application of academic theory in the workplace.Students may earn up to 15 semester hours in all internshipc o u r s ew o rk through Co-op tow a rd a first bachelor’s degree and upto 9 semester hours tow a rd a second bachelor’s degree. Co-op cre d-its may not be used for general education re q u i rements and, unlesso t h e rwise specified, no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used inthe academic major and minor (combined).177

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SENMT 486B In t e rnship in En v i ro n m e n t a lManagement T h rough Co-op (6)Pre requisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (pro g r a mre q u i rements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combine academictheory with new, care e r - related experience in enviro n m e n t a lmanagement. At least 20 hours per week must be devoted to newtasks for a total of 300 hours during the Co-op session; five to eightn ew tasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and thecourse re q u i rements must be completed. May be repeated upona p p roval of a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasksand objectives related to environmental management and thatcontinues to advance application of academic theory in the workplace.Students may earn up to 15 semester hours in all internshipc o u r s ew o rk through Co-op tow a rd a first bachelor’s degree and upto 9 semester hours tow a rd a second bachelor’s degree. Co-op cre d-its may not be used for general education re q u i rements and, unlesso t h e rwise specified, no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used inthe academic major and minor (combined).ENMT 495 Global En v i ro n m e n t a lManagement Issues (3)Pre requisite: ENMT 301. An examination of issues in economicd e velopment, environmental pollution, remediation, and conservationwithin a multifaceted scientific, legal, political, and globalcontext. Selected topics are drawn from ongoing national and internationalevents concerning environmental issues. An ove rv i ew ofthe fundamental elements of an integrated environmental managementprogram is provided, using specific examples. Case studiesapply principles and concepts to environmental perspectives, experiences,and re s e a rch issues. Project-planning and implementationtechniques are considered with respect to environmental managementand new paradigms of design for the environment, industriale c o l o g y, environmental accounting, etc. Previously acquired know l-edge and skills complement an advanced management pro j e c tfocusing on current issues in the field.Experiential LearningThe EXCEL Through Experiential Learning program yieldsUMUC credit for learning acquired outside the classroom.The course in experiential learning (designated EXCL), as wellas credit earned through the program, may be applied toward• appropriate majors and minors;• general education requirements (according to content) asappropriate; and• electives.Information about this program is given on p. 14. Details, anapplication form, and an online orientation are also available onthe Web at www.umuc.edu/priorlearning.E XCL 301 Learning Analysis and Planning (3)Pre requisite: Formal admission to the program. (Students shouldvisit w w w. u m u c . e d u / p r i o rl e a rn i n g or contact p r i o rl e a rn i n g @ u m u c . e d ufor more information.) In s t ruction in the preparation of a port f o l i odocumenting college-level learning gained through life experiences.Focus is on defining goals, documenting learning gained thro u g hexperience, and providing an analysis of applied and theore t i c a lunderstanding of college-level content. Faculty evaluators assesscompleted portfolios for a possible award of cre d i t .Fire ScienceCourses in fire science (designated FSCN) may be applied asappropriate (according to individual program requirements)toward• a major or minor in fire science or management studies;• a certificate in Public Fire-Protection Management andAdministration or Systems Approach to Fire Safety; and• electives.The fire science curriculum is unique and is designed primarilyfor firefighters. Students should consult an advisor beforeenrolling in any of the courses.Most courses require extensive writing. Students should completea writing course (such as ENGL 101, 101X, 391, and 391X) orhave equivalent writing experience before enrolling.A description of the curriculum for the fire science major andminor begins on p. 55. A description of the curriculum for themanagement studies major and minor begins on p. 75.178

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SFSCN 302 Ad vanced Fi re Administration (3)A presentation of modern management and planning techniquesthat apply to organizing a fire department. Procedures exploredinclude those for evaluation and control of budgeting, personnel,communications, and planning. The traditional and evolving rolesof the fire department in protection, prevention, and communityservice are discussed.FSCN 303 Analytic Ap p roaches to Public Fi reProtection (3)A presentation of techniques of operations research and systemsanalysis as they apply to problems in fire protection. Discussioncovers techniques such as cost/benefit analysis, methods for locatingfire stations, and the use of statistical analysis. Techniques forcollecting data on fires and for managing information are explained.FSCN 304 Fi re - Personnel Management (3)An examination of personnel practices, management pro c e d u re s ,c o l l e c t i ve bargaining, binding arbitration, and applicable legislativeand administrative pro c e d u res. Topics include promotion, personneldevelopment, career and incentive systems, validation of physicalre q u i rements, and managerial and superv i s o ry pro c e d u re s .FSCN 305 Fi re - Pre vention Organization andManagement (3)An examination of prevention as the primary community-basedstrategy for fire protection. Topics include community risk reduction,codes and standards, inspections and plans review, incidentinvestigation, fire-prevention research, and the relationship ofmaster planning to fire prevention. The cultural, economic, governmental,nongovernmental, and departmental influences onfire prevention are also explored. Emphasis is on applying theprinciples studied to anticipate problems and develop strategiesfor fire prevention.FSCN 306 In c e n d i a ry - Fi re Analysis andIn vestigation (3)A presentation of pro c e d u res and techniques for determining, collecting,comparing, and analyzing data on incendiary fires. To p i c sinclude principles of ignition phenomena and propagation va r i-ables, the role of insurance and governmental programs in combatingarson, and techniques of analyzing and predicting data, such aspattern analysis. Discussion deals with the legislative, economic,p s ychological, sociological, and legal aspects of incendiarism.FSCN 401 Disaster and Fi re De f e n s ePlanning (3)A study of the concept and principles of assessing community riskand then developing regional and cooperative procedures andplans of response. The relationship of structural, climatic, andtopological variables to group fires, conflagrations, and naturaldisasters is analyzed. Other aspects introduced include pre- andpostoccurrence factors, such as organization, communications,planning, coordination, and command and logistics.FSCN 402 Fi re - Related Human Behavior (3)Explanation of the dynamics of human behavior in fire incidents.Emphasis is on the functions and implementation of preventionpractices, programs, codes, and ordinances. The concepts of risk,personal invulnerability, role, and group dynamics are examinedin relation to design aspects of buildings and mitigation of theeffects of fire on modern society. Discussion deals with properways of conducting postfire interviews, and emphasizes the psychologicaleffects of communications during emergencies.FSCN 403 Ma n a g e rial Issues in Ha z a rd o u sMa t e rials (3)The development of the knowledge and skills necessary to safelyand effectively manage a hazardous materials emergency. Topicsinclude health and safety concerns, political issues, regulations,site management and control, hazard and risk evaluation, informationmanagement, response objectives, special tactical problems,decontamination, and termination activities. Federalregulations such as OSHA 1910.120 and NFPA 472 (Standardon Professional Competency of Responders to Hazardous MaterialsIncidents) are addressed.FSCN 411 Fi re - Protection St ru c t u re andSystems Design (3)Presentation of design principles involved in protecting buildingsand other structures from fire. Empirical tests and prediction proceduresare explained. Practices in designing systems for detecting,controlling, and suppressing fires, as well as the basic hydraulicdesign of sprinkler and water-spray systems are presented. Recentinnovations in the field are reviewed.FSCN 412 Political and Legal Foundationsof Fi re Protection (3)A consideration of the legal basis for the police powers of the governmentin connection with public safety. The responsibility, legallimitations, and liability of fire-prevention organizations and personnelare examined. Judicial decisions are reviewed, with a focuson the implications of product-liability cases in the field of fireprevention.179

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SFSCN 413 The Community and Fi reT h reat (3)An analysis of the sociological, economic, and political characteristicsof communities and their influence on the fire problem.Discussion covers methods of studying community profiles andstructures, and the economic, geographic, and sociological variablesof fire threat. The functional basis of the community isexamined, with attention to the diverse social roles of communityagencies and the roles of fire service as a complex organizationwithin the community.FSCN 414 Fi re Dynamics (3)An investigation into the phenomena of fire propagation in the airregulatedphase and the fuel-regulated phase. Variables in the deve l-opment of pre- and postflashover fire are analyzed. Topics includegeometric material; gaseous, fluid-flow, and thermodynamic parameters;and fire models of compartments and buildings.FSCN 415 Application of Fi re Re s e a rch (3)A practical, up-to-date review of fire research and its application.The transfer of research and its implications for fire preventionand protection programs are addressed. The focus is on bothnational and international studies and on maintaining awarenessof ongoing research developments.FSCN 486A In t e rnship in Fi re ScienceT h rough Co-op (3)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in fire science.At least 12 hours per week must be devoted to new tasksfor a minimum of 180 hours during the Co-op session; four newtasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and the courserequirements must be completed. May be repeated upon approvalof a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasks and objectivesrelated to fire science and that continues to advance applicationof academic theory in the workplace. Students may earn upto 15 semester hours in all internship coursework through Co-optoward a first bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semester hours towarda second bachelor’s degree. Co-op credits may not be used forgeneral education requirements and, unless otherwise specified,no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academicmajor and minor (combined).FSCN 486B In t e rnship in Fi re ScienceT h rough Co-op (6)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in fire science.At least 20 hours per week must be devoted to new tasksfor a total of 300 hours during the Co-op session; five to eightnew tasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and thecourse requirements must be completed. May be repeated uponapproval of a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates newtasks and objectives related to fire science and that continues toadvance application of academic theory in the workplace. Studentsmay earn up to 15 semester hours in all internship courseworkthrough Co-op toward a first bachelor’s degree and up to9 semester hours toward a second bachelor’s degree. Co-op creditsmay not be used for general education requirements and, unlessotherwise specified, no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used inthe academic major and minor (combined).GeologyCourses in geology (designated GEOL) may be applied as appropriate(according to individual program requirements) toward• the general education requirement in the biological andphysical sciences; and• electives.UMUC offers only a limited number of courses each semester inthis discipline.GEOL 100 Physical Ge o l o gy (3)A study of the principles of dynamic and structural geology. Therocks and minerals composing Earth, the movement within it,and its surface features and the agents that form them are surveyed.Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: GEOL 100 or GEOL 101.180

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SGermanCourses in German (designated GERM) may be applied as appropriate(according to individual program requirements) toward• the general education requirements in the arts andhumanities and for international perspective coursework;• a major or minor in humanities; and• electives.UMUC offers a limited number of foreign language courses eachsemester.A description of the curriculum for the humanities major andminor begins on p. 65.GERM 111 El e m e n t a ry Ge rman I (3)(Fulfills the international perspective requirement.) A basic foundationin listening, speaking, reading, and writing in German.German culture, history, current events, and geography providethe context for instruction in grammatical structures, vocabulary,pronunciation, and writing. Focus is on acquiring the skills necessaryto communicate with native German speakers orally and inwriting at an elementary level. Students may receive credit foronly one of the following courses: GERM 101 or GERM 111.GERM 112 El e m e n t a ry Ge rman II (3)(Fulfills the international perspective requirement.) Prerequisite:GERM 111. A continuation of the development of basic skills inlistening, speaking, reading, and writing in German. German culture,history, current events, and geography provide the contextfor instruction in grammatical structures, vocabulary, pronunciation,and writing. Focus is on acquiring the skills necessary tocommunicate with native German speakers orally and in writingat an advanced elementary level. Much of the class is conductedin German. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: GERM 102 or GERM 112.GerontologyCourses in gerontology (designated GERO) may be appliedas appropriate (according to individual program requirements)toward• the general education requirements for behavioral and socialsciences (except GERO 341, 342, 351, and 353 and 1-creditGERO courses);• a major in gerontology, psychology, or social science;• a minor in gerontology or women’s studies;• a certificate in gerontology; and• electives.A description of the curriculum for the gerontology major andminor begins on p. 59.G E RO 100 In t roduction to Ge ro n t o l o gy (3)(Fulfills the general education requirement in behavioral andsocial sciences.) An overview of the processes of aging and the wayaging is defined chronologically, functionally, biologically, sociologically,and psychologically. The physical, psychological, cultural,and social aspects of aging are examined. Topics include thedemography of aging and its implications for society, social structureand processes (such as patterns of family and social roles),work and retirement, health care and housing, and the implicationsof an aging society for policy. Students may receive creditfor only one of the following courses: GERO 100 or GERO 210.G E RO 220 Ps ychological Aspects of Aging (3)(Fulfills the general education requirement in behavioral andsocial sciences.) Prerequisite: GERO 100. A review of normal andpathological changes associated with the process of aging. Topicsinclude sensory, perceptual, and psychomotor processes; mentalability, drives, motives, and emotions; intelligence, memory, andcognitive functions; depression; neurological changes; Alzheimer’sdisease and related dementias; stress; life review processes; personalityand adjustment; suicide; bereavement; and treatment modes.Emphasis is on the normal aging process, pathological changes inthe elderly (according to current research), and understanding thedifference between the two.G E RO 301 Se rv i c e / Program Management (3)An exploration of the managerial aspects of providing health andhuman services in the field of gerontology through an integrateddelivery system. Focus is on the concepts, strategies, and bestpractices for the management of health and human services.Topics include planning, strategic management, marketing,financing, legal issues, and capacity building.181

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SG E RO 302 Health and Aging (3)Prerequisite: GERO 100. An exploration of the physiologicalprocesses of aging that covers normal aging and chronic illness.Topics include biological processes and theories of aging, bodilychanges normally associated with aging, long-term and health caresystems, and related medical terminology. Review also covers substanceabuse, environmental factors affecting aging, and ways ofpromoting health, preventing disease, and assessing health risks.G E RO 306 Programs, Se rvices, and Policies (3)Prerequisite: GERO 100. An overview of programs and policiesdesigned to enable older adults to obtain necessary services,enhance their health, improve or maintain their economic wellbeing,and provide support to families of the aging. Discussioncovers trends in programs, services, and policies related to olderadults. Topics include work, retirement, and income maintenance(employment concerns, pensions, Social Security, and SupplementarySecurity Income); delivery and regulation of health care(long-term care, home care, Medicare, and Medicaid); and socialor community services (adult day care, in-home services, seniorcenters, nutrition and food programs, information and referrals,advocacy, elder abuse protection, and transportation) that promotewell-being in older adults. Students may receive credit foronly one of the following courses: GERO 304 or GERO 306.G E RO 307 Aging, Religion, and Sp i rituality (3)Prerequisite: GERO 100. An examination of aging, religion, andspirituality from the perspectives of the humanities and social science.Focus is on concepts of spiritual or religious developmentand aging within the major religious traditions (Buddhism, Islam,Judaism, Christianity, and Hinduism). A critical analysis of theoreticaland empirical research and clinical perspectives of the roleof religion and spirituality in the lives of older adults from differentreligious traditions are presented. Discussion covers definitionsand concepts of religiosity and spirituality in the social science literature.The current and future impact of older adults on religiousinstitutions, the responsibilities of religious institutions to theiraging members, and the role of religion and spirituality in thelives of the aging are examined.G E RO 311 Women and Aging (3)Prerequisite: GERO 100. An exploration of issues important towomen in midlife and later adulthood. Topics include changes inidentity, marriage and family, work, health, social relationships,and economic well-being. The impact of social class and ethnicityor culture on women’s well-being in midlife and later adulthood isexamined. Discussion also covers the impact of policy and serviceson women’s development and quality of life and life planning formidlife and aging women. Students may receive credit for onlyone of the following courses: GERO 311 or GERO 497E.G E RO 327 Ethnicity and Aging (3)Prerequisite: GERO 100. An examination of the increasing heterogeneityof the aging population in the United States. Topicsinclude theory and research related to ethnicity and aging, theresources and needs of older adults in different ethnic groups(Hispanic, African American, Asian, and Native American), theimpact of ethnicity and culture on the aging family, social supportand caregiving, health, and social relationships. Discussion alsocovers how social, health care, and government agencies can effectivelymeet the needs of older adults in ethnic communities.G E RO 331 So c i o l o gy of Aging (3)Prerequisite: GERO 100. An examination of the social forcesthat impinge on the aging process from a number of theoreticalperspectives found in sociology and social gerontology. Topicsinclude the social ramifications of an aging population, sociologicaland social gerontological explanations of the aging process,interactions between the aging process and the larger socialstructure, cross-cultural similarities and differences in the agingexperience, and current social policies toward aging and theirimplications for the future.G E RO 336 The Aging Family (3)Prerequisite: GERO 100. An examination of issues faced by agingfamilies. Topics include the stru c t u re of family networks; solidarityand conflict between generations; types and quality of supportgiven to and by the older person; and social roles (including rolestrain, conflict, and reward). Emphasis is on understanding familycaregiving—the experience of caregiving; the caregiver-recipientrelationship; and the social, psychological, and economic costs ofcaregiving. The phenomena of grandparents parenting grandchildrenis covered. The changing nature of family relationships isanalyzed from the perspective of gender, race or ethnicity, socialclass, age, and historical context. Discussion also covers implicationsfor social programs and policies to support aging families.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:GERO 336 or GERO 496L.G E RO 338 Health Promotion in Ol d e rAdults (3)Prerequisite: GERO 100. An exploration of health promotionissues in an older adult population. The literature on health promotionand health risk behaviors in older adults is analyzed critically.Focus is on the modification of risk behaviors related to thedevelopment of cardiovascular disease, cancer, and other illnessescommon to older adults through ecological and educational modelsof health promotion. The impact of social, cultural, political,and economic factors on health behavior and health promotion isalso examined.182

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SG E RO 341 The Long-Te rm Ca reContinuum (3)Prerequisite: GERO 100. A survey of gerontological interventionprograms and the care needs of the elderly and their families.The changing needs of aging individuals who have chronic physicaland/or mental health impairments are examined. A frameworkfor understanding community- vs. institution-based care and itscontinuum is provided. Focus is on understanding a multidisciplinaryapproach to community-, home-, and institution-based care.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:FMCD 499E, GERO 341, or GERO 496K.G E RO 342 Long-Te rm Ca reAdministration (3)(Continuation of GERO 341.) Prerequisite: GERO 100. Anoverview of the administrative and operational issues of long-termcare facilities. The responsibilities of a long-term care administratorand relationships with personnel and administrative structureare examined. Topics include policy, procedures, and insurance orfinancing. Discussion also covers the ethical and legal concerns oflong-term care.G E RO 350 The Older Learner (3)Prerequisite: GERO 100. A critical examination of theory andresearch on education and learning in later life. Philosophical perspectiveson education in later life are explored. Topics includeeducational opportunities and needs in later life; psychological,educational, and social aspects that influence learning in olderadults; the impact of ethnicity, gender, age, and socioeconomicstatus on education and the teaching/learning process; and thedevelopment of educational programs, curricula, and teaching/learning strategies used with older adults. The evaluation of educationalprograms designed for older learners is also covered.G E RO 351 Management of Senior Ho u s i n gEn v i ronment (3)Prerequisite: GERO 100. A framework for training retirementhousingprofessionals. Topics include regulatory standards andprocesses for Housing and Urban Development senior housingstructures, environmental design, behavioral and environmentalinteraction, dietary services, continuity of care, differentiation ofmanagement needs in various formats of senior housing, personnel,programming, and medical and personal care services.G E RO 353 Financial Management ofRe t i rement Housing (3)Pre requisite: GERO 100. An examination of the operational side ofsenior housing management. Topics include the housing administr a t o r’s role as financial manager; application of accounting principlesto senior housing needs; working capital, ratio analysis, andve rtical analysis; budgeting in senior housing; purchasing; financingn ew facilities; payroll; and maintenance issues in senior housing.G E RO 355 Nu t ritional Concerns of Aging (3)Prerequisite: GERO 100. A survey of the nutritional concernsof the elderly, including causes, pathophysiology, prevention, andcontrol. Topics include the role of nutrients in the etiology of variousillnesses associated with aging (such as anemia, osteoporosis,gastrointestinal tract disorders, cancer, cardiovascular diseases,maturity-onset diabetes, crippling arthritis, stroke, Alzheimer’sdisease, cataracts, tooth loss, and vision loss). Other topics includethe effects of aging on appetite, nutrition and exercise, vegetarianism,and food choices. Nutritional assessment, the influence ofdifferent cultures on nutrition, and community resources are discussed.Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: GERO 355 or GERO 495K.G E RO 380 End of Life: Issues andPe r s p e c t i ves (3)Prerequisite: GERO 100. An exploration of death, dying, andbereavement from social, cultural, psychological, biomedical, economic,and historical perspectives. Topics include definitions ofdeath, the meaning of death, psychological needs of the dyingperson and significant others, care of the dying, suicide, euthanasia,end-of-life decision making, the economics of life-sustainingcare, and bereavement and grieving.G E RO 390 Economics of Aging (3)Prerequisites: GERO 100 and either ECON 201–203 or ECON205. A study of the fundamental sources of economic securitythat older adults receive, the many problems they face in retirement,and the impact of an aging population on the nation’seconomy. Sources of economic security received by older adultsare analyzed according to race or ethnicity, gender, and social classbackground. Topics include the history, development, and fundamentalstructure of the Social Security and pension systems;Medicare, Medicaid, private health coverage, and the myriad publicassistance programs for which elderly persons are eligible; andthe nation’s evolving private and public policies on retirement.The major income support programs available to older adults areprofiled. Other topics include baby boomer retirement, internationaleconomics of aging, the financial situation of older women,reverse annuity mortgages, “productive aging,” and implicationsof demographics for our society and its economic structure.183

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SG E RO 391 Legal Issues in Aging (3)Prerequisite: GERO 100. An overview of critical legal issuesaffecting the elderly. Focus is on potential problems that mayrequire the assistance of attorneys and health care professionals.Topics include the responsibilities of legal representatives, personalautonomy and voluntary and involuntary limitations onautonomy, guardianship and other alternatives, and end-of-lifedecision making. Regulations and laws designed to protect theelderly against abuse and fraud are also covered.G E RO 410 Cro s s - Cultural Pe r s p e c t i vesof Aging (3)Prerequisite: GERO 100. An examination of how different culturesinterpret aging and the life cycle. Topics include crossculturaltheory and research on aging; research methods; globaldemographics of aging; cross-cultural perspectives of norms andvalues regarding work, family, and community roles for olderadults; the social and economic status of older adults; intergenerationalrelationships; caregiving; end-of-life issues; social services;and social policy. Health care for older adults is also covered froma cross-cultural perspective.G E RO 443 Making Ge ro n t o l o gy Re l e vant toOther Disciplines (3)( Designed to help students in other disciplines integrate gero n t o l o g ywith their major area of academic study.) Pre requistes: GERO 100,220 (or PSYC 357), 302 (or BIOL 307), and 331. An explorationof fundamental gerontological concepts (adaptation, health, functionalability, family/intergenerational relations, interd e p e n d e n c y,a c t i v i t y, and economic security) from a multidisciplinary perspective .Implications for practice are examined from the perspective of thes t u d e n t’s academic major. Avenues for fostering interaction amongd i f f e rent disciplines, as they pertain to gero n t o l o g y, are explore d .Discussion also covers how new linkages can be forged between scientistsand practitioners in gerontology and professionals withinindividual major areas of study.G E RO 460 Ne u ro c o g n i t i ve Functioningin the Aging (3)Prerequisite: GERO 100. An exploration of the relationshipbetween the functioning of the brain and cognitive and functionalabilities. Normative age-related and pathological changes in thebrain and central nervous system are examined along with theimpact of these changes on cognitive and functional abilities inolder adults. Discussion covers Alzheimer’s and other dementiasand their assessment and treatment.G E RO 486A In t e rnship in Ge ro n t o l o gyT h rough Co-op (3)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in gerontology.At least 12 hours per week must be devoted to new tasksfor a minimum of 180 hours during the Co-op session; four newtasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and the coursere q u i rements must be completed. May be repeated upon approvalof a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasks andobjectives related to gerontology and that continues to advanceapplication of academic theory in the workplace. Students mayearn up to 15 semester hours in all internship coursework throughCo-op toward a first bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semester hourstoward a second bachelor’s degree. Co-op credits may not be usedfor general education requirements and, unless otherwise specified,no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academicmajor and minor (combined).G E RO 486B In t e rnship in Ge ro n t o l o gyT h rough Co-op (6)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in gerontology.At least 20 hours per week must be devoted to new tasksfor a total of 300 hours during the Co-op session; five to eightnew tasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and thecourse requirements must be completed. May be repeated uponapproval of a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates newtasks and objectives related to gerontology and that continuesto advance application of academic theory in the workplace. Studentsmay earn up to 15 semester hours in all internship courseworkthrough Co-op toward a first bachelor’s degree and up to9 semester hours toward a second bachelor’s degree. Co-op creditsmay not be used for general education requirements and, unlessotherwise specified, no more than 6 Co-op credits may be usedin the academic major and minor (combined).G E RO 495 Special Topics in De ve l o p m e n tand Health (1–3)Specialized study in gerontology and related topics, focusing onissues in development and health. May be repeated to a maximumof 6 credits when topics differ.184

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SG E RO 495C Alzheimer’s Disease: Cu r re n tIssues, Pe r s p e c t i ves, and Re s e a rch (1)A theoretical and practical approach to the study of Alzheimer’sdisease, covering its etiology and establishing its place among thechronic dementias. Topics include medical ethics, legal issues,caregiving, anticipatory grieving, support groups for both patientsand caregivers, and community networks. Students may receivecredit for only one of the following courses: GERO 495C orHLTH 498U.G E RO 495D Adaption to Se n s o ry Changesand Aging (1)A review of age differences in sensory processes. Topics includephysical changes and the social and psychological implications ofthese sensory impairments, prosthetic devices and other humanfactors concepts, and strategies to improve communication withfamily and friends.G E RO 495E De veloping St re s s - Ma n a g e m e n tPrograms for Older Adults (1)An exploration of various approaches for identifying sources ofstress and developing stress-management strategies and skills for adiverse older adult population. Focus is on various stress modelsand the development of stress-management programs for specificgroups within the older adult population. Skills and strategies foraddressing various types of stress are explored.G E RO 495G Common Clinical Conditionsof Older Patients (1)( Ge a red tow a rd a nonmedical, lay audience.) A re v i ew of bothemergent and nonemergent medical conditions that commonlyafflict elderly populations. Case histories are presented as examples.Conditions discussed include pain, bleeding, infection, incontinence,feeding problems, confusion, and falls and fracture s .G E RO 495I Mo re Than Movement (1)Presentation of and practice in activities designed to motivate andincrease joint articulation, range of motion, and enjoyment ofbody movement, as well as to stimulate deeper breathing andphysical awareness. Focus is on promoting healthier bodies,minds, and spirits through interrelated arts, fun, and socialinteraction regardless of the level of physical functioning.G E RO 495L Movement, St ress Ma n a g e m e n t ,and Fulfilling Human Potential (1)A practical exploration of creative ways to attain more awareness,develop techniques for relaxing and reducing stress, and increaseone’s ability for self-expression. Music, art, imagery, relaxation,deep breathing, sensitivity awareness, dance, and theatre gamesare used to improve self-confidence and communication abilities.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:EDHD 499Z or GERO 495L.G E RO 495N Aging Cre a t i vely andPo s i t i vely (1)(Students should wear loose, comfortable clothing.) An overviewof techniques for relaxation and rejuvenation designed to aid inunderstanding the aging process and attitudes toward it.G E RO 496 Special Topics in Social andFamily Relations (1–3)Specialized study in gerontology and related topics focusing onsocial and family relations. May be repeated to a maximum of6 credits when topics differ.G E RO 496B Issues Affecting Older Wo rk e r sand Their Em p l oyers (1)An ove rv i ew of issues affecting older workers and their employe r s .Topics include descriptive information about older workers and thetypes of work they perform, policy issues governing older work e r sand their employers, attitudes about older workers among employersand workers, methods to combat age discrimination, and futureissues for older workers in the United States and Eu ro p e .G E RO 496C Managing Loss and Gri e f :Ap p roaches for the Human Se rvicesProvider (1)A discussion of a new understanding of grief and loss that hasemerged from health care and counseling practices. Therapeuticinterventions, responding to varied loss-inducing situations, thathelp clients satisfactorily work through accompanying grief whilepromoting personal growth are explained.185

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SG E RO 496G Elder Abuse and Cri m i n a lVictimization (1)A survey of abusive treatment of older people in the context ofviolence in families. The typical characteristics of the abusers andthe abused, as well as the causes and types of crimes of abuse, areexamined. Further topics include methodological shortcomings inthe conduct of research on cases of abuse, alternative strategies ofintervention, and the types of stress that caregivers experience.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:GERO 496G or HLTH 498L.G E RO 496H In t e rnational Pe r s p e c t i ve onHealth Se rvices in Ge ro n t o l o gy (1)A comprehensive overview of methods and techniques used toanalyze how international health systems provide gerontologicalservices. Examination covers government- and nongovernmentsponsoredapproaches to ensuring continued health-benefits coverage/servicesto older and retiree populations. Topics includere s o u rces, organization, economic development and support, anddelivery of services for several countries. Students may receivecredit for only one of the following courses: FMCD 499F orGERO 496H.G E RO 496I Understanding and Copingwith Life Transitions (1)A study of the transitions of adulthood and aging, such as divo rc e ,c a reer changes, re t i rement, grandparenthood, illness, and the deathof a spouse or loved one. The Transition Coping Model is used tolook at factors that make a difference in dealing with change.G E RO 496K Long-Te rm Ca re: Options andA l t e rn a t i ves (1)An overview of resources available for people no longer able tolive independently. The continuum from independent living tohome care is examined to determine which type of living situationbest suits the individual’s medical, personal care, and financialneeds. A field trip to a nearby long-term care facility is included.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:FMCD 499E, GERO 341, or GERO 496K.G E RO 496P Elder Rights: Social Se c u rity andMe d i c a re (1)An overview of the history and evolution of Social Security andMedicare, including an exploration of basic benefits, currentconflicts, and implications for the future.G E RO 496R Ge ri a t ric Case Management (1)A review of the concept of geriatric case management, includingthe needs of older adults and appropriate interventions.G E RO 497 Special Topics in Ad m i n i s t r a t i o nand Planning (1–3)Specialized study in gerontology and related topics focusing onadministration and planning. May be repeated to a maximum of6 credits when topics differ.G E RO 497D Re t i rement Planning: Ma n a g i n gYour Estate (1)(For nonlawyers.) An examination of the principles and strategiesused to settle an estate. Topics include administration of wills andestates, ownership and transfer of property, will substitutes, trustsand powers of appointment, strategies for giving charitable gifts,and gift and estate taxes. Students may receive credit for only oneof the following courses: FMCD 499D or GERO 497D.G E RO 497K Strategic Planning forRe t i rement (1)A discussion of the techniques for achieving financial independenceat retirement and the economic, governmental, and businessfactors that work against reaching this goal. Topics include SocialSecurity and Medicare; pensions and tax-deferred savings plans,including 401(k)s and IRAs; and how much to save for retirementthroughout the life span.G E RO 497M Managed Health Ca re Se rv i c e sin Ge ro n t o l o gy (1)A comparative analysis of the delivery of managed health servicesto retirees and the elderly in the United States. Focus is on thefinancing of comprehensive benefits and services while consideringdemographics, employer-sponsored approaches, governmentsponsoredapproaches, indemnity approaches, and self-sponsoredapproaches. Key concepts examined include employer/retiree costsharingcoverage, tax-deferred funding options, purchasing cooperatives,health alliances, fiscal management, and capitation.G E RO 497N Vocational Planning inGe ro n t o l o gy (1)A review of the various vocational pathways in gerontology.Topics include suggested plans of study, professional affiliations,and market demands.186

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SGovernment and PoliticsCourses in government and politics (designated GVPT) may beapplied as appropriate (according to individual program requirements)toward• the general education requirement in the behavioral and socialsciences;• a minor in government and politics, African American studies,or social science;• a major in social science;• a certificate in various policy-related areas; and• electives.A description of the curriculum for the government and politicsminor begins on p. 63. Descriptions of other related curriculamay be found on the following pages: African American studies(p. 27), criminal justice (p. 45), and social science (p. 83).GVPT 100 Principles of Gove rnment andPolitics (3)( Fulfills the civic responsibility perspective re q u i rement.) A survey ofthe basic principles of political science. Topics include the re l a t i o n-ship of political science to the other social sciences; the concepts ofmodern democracy, political ideology, and political socialization; thefunction of public opinion, mass media, interest groups, and politicalparties; the basic institutions of government and the separationof powers; and the role of international relations and globalization.GVPT 170 American Gove rnment (3)A compre h e n s i ve study of government in the United States, includingthe basic principles of American government and political cultu re and a cross-cultural examination of institutions, processes, andpublic policies.GVPT 199 In t ro d u c t o ry Topics inGove rnment and Politics (1–3)Introduction to topics of specialized interest.GVPT 200 In t e rnational Political Relations (3)(Fulfills the international perspective requirement.) A study of themajor factors underlying international relations, the methods ofconducting foreign relations, the foreign policies of the majorpowers, and the means of avoiding or alleviating internationalconflicts. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: GVPT 200 or GVPT 300.GVPT 210 In t roduction to Pu b l i cAdministration and Policy (3)An introduction to the study of the administrative process in theexecutive branch. The concepts and principles of administrationare examined, then placed in the context of their relationship topublic policy. Analysis covers organizational structure and theoryand the behavior of participants in the administration of policy.GVPT 240 Political Ideologies (3)A survey and an analysis of the leading ideologies of the modernworld. Topics include anarchism, communism, socialism, fascism,nationalism, and democracy.GVPT 260 State and Local Gove rnment (3)A study of the functioning and the problems of state and localgovernment in the United States. Illustrations are drawn fromMaryland jurisdictions.GVPT 272 Politics of Race Relations in theUnited States (3)An examination of the political dimension of historical and contemporaryracial cleavage in the United States. Emphasis is on theperiod after World War II.GVPT 282 The Gove rnment and Politicsof the T h i rd World (3)A study of how the internal politics of T h i rd World nations deve l-o p. The governmental institutions, processes, and problems of theT h i rd World are evaluated in light of the socioeconomic enviro n-ments that are common to most of the states of Africa, the Mi d d l eEast, Asia, and Latin America.GVPT 306 Global Ecopolitics (3)An assessment of controversial worldwide problems. Topics mayinclude growth and its limitations, agricultural productivity, thedepletion of resources, the energy crisis, pollution, and the generaleffects of science and technology on the ecological, socioeconomic,and political systems of the world. These problems are consideredas objects of public policy.GVPT 308 Human Rights in the World (3)A study of the principles and practices governing human rightsfrom the beginning of mankind to the modern international conventionsand U.N. declarations. The present international andnational push for human rights and emancipation is analyzed anddiscussed. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: GVPT 308 and GVPT 399Y.187

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SGVPT 335 Fo reign Policy and the NewWorld Order (6)A comparative study of foreign policy among the economic andmilitary world powers: the United States, the People’s Republic ofChina, Japan, the European Union, and Russia. Focus is on theirspecial characteristics in terms of foreign policy, their comparativebehavior, and their interrelationships. Topics include the collapseof the Soviet Union, conflict in the Middle East, the rise of neweconomic powers, and other events that are reshaping the worldorder. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: BEHS 332, BEHS 335, BEHS 498B, or GVPT 335.GVPT 400 Business and Politics (3)A study of the inner workings of key political, social, and economicinstitutions in American society and their effect on individuals,business, and government. Topics include central issuesfacing contemporary society; the powers of government and business;government regulations affecting business, the consumer, theworkplace, and the environment; and business and government inthe world economy.GVPT 401 Problems of World Politics (3)A study of governmental problems of international scope. Topicsinclude causes of war, problems of neutrality, and propaganda.Assignments include reports on readings from current literature.GVPT 401A In t e rnational PoliticalTe r ro rism (3)An examination of the development of international politicalterrorism. Topics may include the definition of terrorism; the historicalantecedents of modern terrorism; the motivations, organizations,and support networks of terrorists; the nature of crisismanagement; the responses of the world community; the effectsof terrorism on free societies; and the linkages of terrorist statesto international terrorism. The ability of civilization to withstandthis type of attack upon its fabric is discussed.GVPT 401B State Te r ro rism (3)An exploration of the use of terror and political violence by governments,against their own citizenry or against other nations, inthe furtherance of national goals. Review begins with the Reignof Terror in revolutionary France and culminates with a recent20th-century example, the invasion of Kuwait by Iraq.GVPT 401C Urban Te r ro rism (3)An examination of terrorism in the urban environment. Topicsinclude the definition of terrorism; the historical antecedents ofurban terrorism, from the Paris Commune to the Minimanualof the Urban Guerrilla; the motivation, organization, tactics, andsupport networks of urban terrorists; and the nature of crisismanagement in the face of urban terrorist activity. The role ofadvanced technology in rendering society more vulnerable tourban terrorism is evaluated, with industrial and postindustrialsociety considered as catalysts for terrorist attacks in urban settings.Urban terrorism is viewed in the contexts of transnationaland international terrorism. The effects of terrorism on a freesociety are assessed.GVPT 401D In t e rnational Te r ro rism (1)An examination of the origins, theories, methods, dangers, andpossible future of international terrorism. The serious nature ofterrorism today and how prepared government should be to controlit are addressed. Topics include the definition of terrorism;reasons for growth; terrorist groups and their grievances; supportersof terrorism; questions of moral or philosophical justification;and protection against kidnappings, skyjackings, and bombings.Assignments include advanced reading and research. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: GVPT 199Cor GVPT 401D.GVPT 402 In t e rnational Law (3)A study of the basic character, general principles, and specificrules of international law. Emphasis is on recent and contemporarytrends in the field. The relationship of law to other aspectsof international affairs is analyzed as well.GVPT 403 Law, Mo r a l i t y, and War (3)( Fulfills the civic responsibility perspective re q u i rement.) An explorationof fundamental moral and legal issues concerning war.GVPT 405 Defense Policy and ArmsC o n t rol (3)A survey of contemporary issues of military strategy and internationalsecurity. The processes of formulating defense-related politicaland economic policy are examined. Topics include nuclear warand conventional (limited) warfare, insurgency by guerrillas, armscontrol and disarmament, and the possibilities for moderationof war.188

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SGVPT 411 Public PersonnelAdministration (3)A survey of components of public personnel administration.Topics include the development of the merit civil service, thepersonnel agency, classification, recruitment, examinations andtechniques of administering them, promotion, service ratings,training, discipline, employee relations, and retirement.GVPT 412 Public FinancialAdministration (3)A survey of governmental financial procedures. Analysis focuseson processes of current and capital budgeting, the administrationof public borrowing, the techniques of public purchasing, and themachinery of control through preaudit and postaudit.GVPT 413 Gove rnmental Organization andManagement (3)A study of the theories of organization and management in U.S.government. New trends, experiments, and reorganization aremajor topics.GVPT 414 Ad m i n i s t r a t i ve Law (3)A study of the discretion exercised by administrative agencies.Their functions, their powers over persons and property, theirprocedures, and judicial sanctions and controls are analyzed.GVPT 426 Public Opinion (3)An examination of public opinion and its effect on politicalaction. Emphasis is on propaganda, pressure groups, and theformation and measurement of opinions.GVPT 431 In t roduction to ConstitutionalLaw (3)A systematic inquiry into the general principles of the U.S. constitutionalsystem. Special reference is made to the role of the judiciaryin interpreting and enforcing the federal Constitution.GVPT 433 The Judicial Process (3)An examination of judicial organization in the United States atall levels of government. Emphasis is on legal reasoning, legalresearch, and court procedures.GVPT 434 Race Relations and Public Law (3)A political and legal examination of rights protected by theConstitution as they affect racial minorities. The constitutionalpowers of the federal courts, the executive branch, and Congressto define, protect, and extend those rights are probed.GVPT 436 The Legal Status of Women (3)An examination of judicial interpretation and applications ofcommon, statutory, and constitutional laws as they affect thestatus of women in American society.GVPT 443 Contemporary Political T h e o ry (3)Prerequisite: GVPT 100. A survey of the principal political theoriesand ideologies from Karl Marx to the present.GVPT 444 American Political T h e o ry (3)A study of the development and growth of American politicalconcepts from the colonial period to the present.GVPT 452 In t e r - A m e rican Relations (3)An analytical and historical study of the policies of the UnitedStates toward Latin America. Focus is on examining problems inrelations with particular countries and discussing recent politicaldevelopments.GVPT 455 Contemporary Middle EasternPolitics (3)A survey of contemporary developments in the international politicsof the Middle East. Emphasis is on the role emerging MiddleEastern nations have been taking in world affairs.GVPT 457 American Fo reign Relations (3)A study of the principles and machinery of American foreign relations.Emphasis is on the conduct of the U.S. Department ofState and the Foreign Service. Analysis of the major foreign policiesof the United States is provided.GVPT 460 State and Local Administration (3)A study of the administrative structure, procedures, and policiesof state and local governments. The focus is on the state level andon intergovernmental relationships. Illustrations are drawn fromMaryland governmental arrangements.189

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SGVPT 461 Me t ropolitan Administration (3)An examination of problems facing administrators of public services,planning, and coordination in a metropolitan environment.GVPT 473 Legislature and Legislation (3)A comprehensive study of the organization, procedures, and problemsinvolved in legislation. Opportunities for contact withCongress and with the legislature of Maryland are provided.GVPT 474 Political Pa rties (3)A descriptive and analytical examination of American politicalparties, nominations, elections, and political leadership.GVPT 475 The Presidency and the Exe c u t i veBranch (3)An examination of the various roles of the president in the politicalp rocess of the United States. The pre s i d e n t’s invo l vement in legislati ve matters, the pre s i d e n t’s function in the exe c u t i ve branch, andthe pre s i d e n t’s role in his or her political party are assessed.GVPT 479 Problems in American Pu b l i cPolicy (3)A study of the background and interpretation of various factorsthat affect the formation and execution of American public policy.GVPT 480 Comparative Political Systems (3)A study, along functional lines, of major political institutions,such as legislatures, executives, courts, bureaucracies, publicorganizations, and political parties.GVPT 485 Gove rnment and Politics of theMiddle East (3)A comparative study of the governmental systems and politicalprocesses of the countries of the Middle East. Emphasis is on theproblems of nation-building in emerging countries.GVPT 486A In t e rnship in Gove rnment andPolitics T h rough Co-op (3)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in governmentand politics. At least 12 hours per week must be devoted ton ew tasks for a minimum of 180 hours during the Co-op session;four new tasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; andthe course requirements must be completed. May be repeatedupon approval of a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates newtasks and objectives related to government and politics and thatcontinues to advance application of academic theory in the workplace.Students may earn up to 15 semester hours in all internshipcoursework through Co-op toward a first bachelor’s degree andup to 9 semester hours toward a second bachelor’s degree. Co-opcredits may not be used for general education requirements and,unless otherwise specified, no more than 6 Co-op credits may beused in the academic major and minor (combined).GVPT 486B In t e rnship in Gove rnment andPolitics T h rough Co-op (6)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in governmentand politics. At least 20 hours per week must be devoted tonew tasks for a total of 300 hours during the Co-op session; fiveto eight new tasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal;and the course requirements must be completed. May be repeatedupon approval of a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates newtasks and objectives related to government and politics and thatcontinues to advance application of academic theory in the workplace.Students may earn up to 15 semester hours in all internshipcoursework through Co-op toward a first bachelor’s degree andup to 9 semester hours toward a second bachelor’s degree. Co-opcredits may not be used for general education requirements and,unless otherwise specified, no more than 6 Co-op credits may beused in the academic major and minor (combined).GVPT 498 Ad vanced Topics in Gove rn m e n tand Politics (1–3)In-depth study of topics of specialized interest.GVPT 498A Contemporary Issues in theMiddle East (1)An investigation of the modern Middle East. Topics include significantstages in modern Arab history, notions of honor and shame,religion, and other factors of cultural importance. Western stere o-types and misconceptions of the region and the people are examined.Analysis covers the problems of state development, the stru g g l eover Palestine, and the causes and possible results of the Gulf Wa r.190

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SGVPT 498X Te r ro rism, Antiterro rism,and Pre vention Laws (3)A review and analysis of federal laws on terrorism. Emphasis is onthe analysis and application of federal acts, laws against terrorism,and antiterrorism provisions. Topics include policy formation andthe implementation of current terrorism, antiterrorism, and preventionlaws. Various components of the laws and their impactare assessed.HistoryCourses in history (designated HIST) may be applied as appropriate(according to individual program requirements) toward• the general education requirements in the arts and humanitiesand for historical perspective coursework;• a major or minor in history;• a minor in African American studies, Asian studies, orwomen’s studies;• a certificate in various areas; and• electives.A description of the curriculum for the history major and minorbegins on p. 63. Descriptions of other related curricula may befound on the following pages: African American studies (p. 27),Asian studies (p. 29), humanities (p. 65), and women’s studies(p. 87).HIST 115 World Hi s t o ry I (3)A survey of Western and non-Western civilizations and culturesfrom earliest times to 1500. Emphasis is on the political, social,and cultural developments of the major civilizations and on theinteractions between those civilizations.HIST 116 World Hi s t o ry II (3)A survey of Western and non-Western civilizations and culturesfrom 1500 to the present. Emphasis is on the political, social, andcultural developments of the major civilizations; the interactionsbetween those civilizations; and the development of a global communitysince 1500.HIST 142 We s t e rn Civilization II (3)A survey of the history of Western civilization from theReformation to modern times.HIST 156 Hi s t o ry of the United Statesto 1865 (3)A survey of the United States from colonial times to the end ofthe Civil War. The establishment and development of nationalinstitutions are traced. Students may receive credit for only oneof the following courses: HIST 156 or HUMN 119.HIST 157 Hi s t o ry of the United StatesSince 1865 (3)A survey of economic, intellectual, political, and social developmentssince the Civil War. The rise of industry and the emergenceof the United States as a world power are emphasized. Studentsmay receive credit for only one of the following courses: HIST157 or HUMN 120.HIST 309 In t roduction to Hi s t o ricalWriting (3)Recommended: 12 credits in history. A study of the methods andproblems of historical research and presentation. Assignmentsinclude a major research paper.HIST 319 Special Topics in Hi s t o ry (3)An in-depth study of specific topics, themes, events, or problemsin history. Assignments include advanced reading and research.Students may receive credit for a given topic in either HIST 219or HIST 319 only once.HIST 319A Hi s t o ry of Te r ro rism (3)A survey of terrorism in the modern world, investigating the ideologyof political violence since 1789. Topics include the organization,aims, arms, financing, and composition of terrorist groups,from the 1880s in Russia to the present day worldwide. Variousinterpretations of the terrorist phenomenon are discussed. Assignmentsinclude advanced reading and research.HIST 319B Hi s t o ry of Violence in America (3)A survey of violence in the United States, with an emphasis onthe late 19th century and the 20th century. Theories of conflictand its causes provide a framework for discussing political violence,both past and present. Racial violence in the 20th centuryis examined. Other topics include violence and organized crime,domestic terrorism, violent crimes, student protest, and labor violence.Assignments include advanced reading and research.191

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SHIST 319D A Hi s t o ry of Sex in America (3)A survey of the changing and conflicting ideas, debates, and practicessurrounding sex in North America from the beginnings ofEuropean colonization until the present. Assignments includeadvanced reading and research.HIST 319L Hi s t o ry of Drug Use inA m e rica (3)A survey of the longstanding problem of drugs. Practices of druguse from pre-Columbian times to the present are considered.Emphasis is on the role of the alcoholic in American history andthe origins of modern attitudes toward drugs.HIST 336 Eu rope in the 19th Century:1815 to 1919 (3)A study of the political, economic, social, and cultural developmentof Europe from the Congress of Vienna to World War I.HIST 337 Eu rope in the World SettingSince 1914 (3)An investigation of the political, economic, and cultural developmentof Europe since 1914, with special emphasis on the factorsinvolved in the two world wars and their worldwide effects andsignificance.HIST 362 Ante-Bellum America: 1815to 1861 (3)An examination of the strong sense of nationalism in the UnitedStates after the War of 1812 and its transformation into thesectionalism that led to the Civil War. Issues contributing toNorth/South antagonism, particularly slavery, are discussed.Topics include Jacksonian democracy; capitalism; racism; immigration;Manifest Destiny; and religious, social, and intellectualmovements.HIST 363 Civil War and the New In d u s t ri a lSociety in the United States: 1860 to 1900 (3)A survey of sectional and class conflicts and their effects onAmerican life and institutions from the Civil War through theGilded Age. The social, economic, and political reconstructionof the Union is analyzed as it affected and was affected by industrialization,urbanization, and technological changes.HIST 364 Emergence of Mo d e rn Ameri c a :1900 to 1945 (3)A study of the emergence of modern American institutions andidentities in the years 1900–45. Topics include the presidencies ofMc K i n l e y, Ro o s e velt, Taft, and Wilson; the world wars; the Gre a tDe p ression; and the period of the New Deal. Special considerationis also given to emerging issues such as the role of women andAfrican Americans, corporate enterprises, and the we l f a re state.HIST 365 Recent America: 1945 tothe Present (3)A survey of U.S. history from the presidencies of Truman andEisenhower to the present. Topics include 1960s’ radicalism, theCold War, Vietnam, Watergate, and changes in American society.HIST 372 Legacy of the Civil RightsMovement (3)An examination of the civil rights movement in the United Statesfrom World War II to the present. Focus is on the era of protestand reform through the 1980s, with analysis of its influence intothe present decade. Students may receive credit for only one ofthe following courses: BEHS 372 or HIST 372.HIST 376 Women and the Family in Ameri c ato 1870 (3)An examination of the diverse experiences of different groups ofwomen from the colonial era through 1870. Three main themesare developed: the impact of race and class on women’s lives,changes and continuity in the division of labor on the basis ofgender, and the shifting definition of the family. Emphasis is onthe relationship between ideals and realities in women’s lives andalterations in their status within the family and society at large.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:HIST 376 or HUMN 366.HIST 377 Women in America Since 1870 (3)An examination of the changing role of women in working-classand middle-class families. Topics include the effects of industrializationon women’s economic activities and status and women’sinvolvement in political and social struggles, including those forwomen’s rights, birth control, and civil rights. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: HIST 211,HIST 367, or HIST 377.192

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SHIST 381 America in Vietnam (3)A multidisciplinary interpretation of the complex involvement ofthe United States in Vietnam. Key themes include foreign policiesafter World War II that led to the Vietnam War, the political andmilitary objectives of the United States, domestic responses in theUnited States to military involvement, and the lessons and legaciesof the war. Students may receive credit for only one of thefollowing courses: BEHS 337 or HIST 381.HIST 382 The Ko rean War (3)An exploration of the Korean War, including the origins of theconflict on the peninsula and the reasons for Soviet, American,and Chinese involvement. Military strategy and campaigns arediscussed, as are U.S. domestic politics and the consequences ofthe war for the nations and peoples involved. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: HIST 382or HIST 318O.HIST 383 Ko rean Hi s t o ry (3)A study of the history of Korea from prehistory to the present.Focus is on Korea’s political, social, and economic history. Korea’srelations with China and Japan are explored. Students may receivecredit only once under this course title.HIST 460 African American Life: 1500to 1865 (3)An examination of African American communities in the WesternHemisphere from 1500 to 1865. Topics include the origins ofAfrican American communities in the Western Hemisphere andthe resulting diversity of experiences and cultures. Emphasis is onAfrican American communities in North America, especially theevolution of those communities and their cultures.HIST 461 African American LifeSince 1865 (3)An examination of African Americans in the United States sincethe abolition of slave ry. Emphasis is on 20th-century deve l o p m e n t s ,including the migration from farm to city, the growth of the civilrights movement, and the race question as a national pro b l e m .HIST 462 The U.S. Civil War (3)A study of the U.S. Civil War. Topics include causes of the war;sectional politics and secession; resources and strategies of theConfederacy and the Union; the changing character of the war;emancipation and its consequences; the economic, social, andpolitical conditions of the home front; and the wartime originsof Reconstruction.HIST 463 U.S. Mi l i t a ry Hi s t o rySince 1865 (3)An examination of the evolution of the U.S. armed forces sincethe Civil War. Topics include the role of the armed forces in U.S.diplomatic relations, the social and economic impact of war andpeace, and the changing image of the military in American culture.Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: HIST 419N or HIST 463.HIST 464 World War I (3)An intensive study of the First World War. Topics include thedevelopment of nationalism and socialism in late 19th-centuryEurope, the causes of the First World War, trench warfare on thewestern front, war in the Balkans, total war on the home fronts,the Russian Revolution of 1917, the collapse of the CentralPowers, the 1918 settlements, the postwar conflicts that continuedto haunt Europe until 1923, and the concept of the LostGeneration.HIST 466 The Cold War (3)An introduction to the history of the Cold War, which dividedthe world along ideological, economic, political, and military linesfor more than 40 years. Focus is on the chronology of the strugglebetween the United States and the Soviet Union, with the formerleading the NATO nations and the latter leading the Warsaw Pactnations. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: HIST 320, HIST 419I, or HIST 466.HIST 467 Hi s t o ry of Ma ryland (3)An examination of the political, social, and economic historyof Maryland from the 17th century to the present.HIST 481 Hi s t o ry of Mo d e rn China (3)A study of the history of modern China from 1644 to the present.Focus is on the process of change, as China moved from itsperceived position of the center of the civilized world to that of anation-state in a complex international environment.HIST 483 Hi s t o ry of Japan Since 1800 (3)A survey of Japan’s renewed contact with the Western world andits emergence between 1800 and 1931 as a modern state, anindustrial society, and world power. Japan’s road to war, theperiod of occupation, and the era of recovery are covered, from1931 to the present.193

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SHIST 486A In t e rnship in Hi s t o ry T h ro u g hCo-op (3)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in history.At least 12 hours per week must be devoted to new tasks for aminimum of 180 hours during the Co-op session; four new tasksmust be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and the coursere q u i rements must be completed. May be repeated upon approva lof a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasks and objectivesrelated to history and that continues to advance applicationof academic theory in the workplace. Students may earn upto 15 semester hours in all internship coursework through Co-optoward a first bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semester hours towarda second bachelor’s degree. Co-op credits may not be used forgeneral education requirements and, unless otherwise specified,no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academicmajor and minor (combined).HIST 486B In t e rnship in Hi s t o ry T h ro u g hCo-op (6)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in history.At least 20 hours per week must be devoted to new tasks for atotal of 300 hours during the Co-op session; five to eight newtasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and the courserequirements must be completed. May be repeated upon approvalof a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasks and objectivesrelated to history and that continues to advance applicationof academic theory in the workplace. Students may earn upto 15 semester hours in all internship coursework through Co-optoward a first bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semester hours towarda second bachelor’s degree. Co-op credits may not be used forgeneral education requirements and, unless otherwise specified,no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academicmajor and minor (combined).HIST 499 Independent Study in Hi s t o ry (1–3)Prerequisite: 6 credits in upper-level history, approval of department,and agreement of faculty member to act as supervisor.Directed independent study of topics of special interest not coveredby regularly scheduled courses in history. May be repeatedto a maximum of 6 credits when topics differ.HumanitiesCourses in humanities (designated HUMN) may be applied asa p p ropriate (according to individual program re q u i rements) tow a rd• the general education requirement in the arts and humanities;• a major or minor in humanities; and• electives.Most courses require extensive writing. Students should completea writing course (such as COMM 390, 393, 393X, 394, and394X and ENGL 101, 101X, 391, and 391X) or have equivalentwriting experience before enrolling.A description of the curriculum for the humanities major andminor begins on p. 65.HUMN 102 Classical Foundations (3)A study of aspects of the ancient Greco-Roman world (such asmyth and religion, war and conquest, government and politics,social organization, and leisure activities) through examination ofthe words and actions of the protagonists. Original sources of history,philosophy, poetry, and drama are consulted. Focus is onindividuals who contributed to the shaping of classical civilization.Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: CLAS 100 or HUMN 102.HUMN 120 America in Pe r s p e c t i ve (3)A survey of the second hundred years of the history of the Un i t e dStates, beginning in 1877 with the closing of the American fro n t i e rand the move into industrialization. Re v i ew covers crucial eve n t sand issues in recent history, including the Great De p ression, the riseof big business, Ro o s e ve l t’s New Deal, World Wars I and II, theCold Wa r, the Vietnam Wa r, the civil rights movement, and theend of the Cold Wa r. The complex forces and events that havedetermined the course of modern American history and shapedAmerica as it is today are traced and interpreted. Students mayre c e i ve credit only once under this course number and for onlyone of the following courses: HIST 157 or HUMN 120.HUMN 301 Crossing Cu l t u res: World V i e w sin the Humanities (6)An examination of Western and non-Western roots of humanidentity viewed from philosophical, cultural, and intellectual perspectives.The ways in which different peoples express their essentialintellectual heritage through philosophy, religion, and the artsare studied. Ideas and cultural expression from specific areas ofthe world, from antiquity through 1750, are explored. Areas coveredare Africa, the Middle East, South Asia, the Far East, theAmericas, and Europe. Outcomes of cross-cultural interactionare considered.194

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SHUMN 311 Wo rkplace Ethics (3)(Fulfills the civic responsibility perspective requirement.) Examinationand discussion of normative ethical theory; moral reasoning;and the larger economic, social, political, and legal framew o rkof the workplace within which ethical issues arise. Discussion cove r sw o rkplace issues such as discrimination, harassment, the qualityof work life, professional rights and responsibilities, and specificcases exemplifying these issues. Possible examples include cases inthe areas of hiring; privacy, intellectual property, whistle-blowingversus loyalty, health care, ethics in advertising, consumerism inrelation to product liability, economic globalization, and the commonenvironment. Students may receive credit for only one of thef o l l owing courses: HUMN 310 or HUMN 311.HUMN 312 Ethics and Religion (3)An exploration of the roles religions around the world play in theestablishment of the moral codes in the societies where they arepracticed and the results when different religions promote differentmoral responses in the same society. Discussion covers therelationships, if any, of ethics—the search for general principlesthat underlie specific moral rules or claims—to the different religionsthat express these moral codes.HUMN 334 Understanding Movies (3)An analysis of one of the most important means of artistic expre s-sion of the 20th century. The goal is to acquire a deeper understandingof the aesthetic qualities of film by considering the stylisticelements of film as it has evolved throughout the century andweighing the special relationship between cinema and literature.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:HUMN 334 or HUMN 498D.HUMN 336 Ideas Shaping the 21stC e n t u ry (6)An overview of predominating ideas and philosophies that maygovern and alter humanity and this planet in the early 21st century.Ideas and ways of living are evaluated insofar as they revealthe nature of intelligence and at the same time determine the usesof this planet. Topics include the rise of science, religions, andtechnoconsciousness; the development of systems of communication;prevailing perceptions of justice and human relationships;and “quality of life” as expressed in architecture and the arts.HUMN 339 Aging in Literature, Film, andthe Arts (3)A critical examination of the experience of aging as portrayed inliterature, film, and the arts in different countries. The experiencesof older adults are explored as they relate to identity, intimacy,friendships, prejudice or discrimination, family, intergenerationalrelationships, health, independence, social roles, grieving,and end-of-life issues.HUMN 350 The Religious Quest (6)A comparative exploration of aspects of several religions, emphasizingspecific forms of expression and practice. Focus is on themajor faiths of the world in terms of numbers of adherents:Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Christianity, Islam, and religionsof China and Japan. An interdisciplinary approach is used toexamine the religions in their historical, social, literary, artistic,philosophical, and theological aspects.HUMN 351 Myth and Cu l t u re (3)(Fulfills the international perspective requirement.) A presentationof reflections on the interrelations of myth, religion, and culturein which myths are evaluated as embodiments of ethnic anduniversal ideas. Religion is analyzed within American and non-American cultures. Ideas and symbols from mythology that providebackground for literature, music, and art are introduced.HUMN 370 Humanity of Language (3)A study of linguistics that examines the symbolic structure ofhuman language. Language is explored in terms of sound, word,sentence, and meaning; spoken and written language are compa red in different societies and eras. Fundamental questions re l a t e dto the human experience with language are addressed.HUMN 375 Social Hi s t o ry ofWashington, D.C. (3)A study of the uniqueness of Washington, D.C., through its art i s-tic, architectural, cultural, social, political, and economic history.Washington is examined as a center of power and decision making,as well as the domicile of some of the nation’s least empowe red citizens;as a home to monuments, museums, and statuary commemoratingvisionary leaders, as well as a seedbed of ava n t - g a rde art i s t i cm ovements; and as an urban center built upon limited industrialg rowth. Students may re c e i ve credit for only one of the follow i n gcourses: HIST 351, HUMN 375, or HUMN 498C.195

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SHUMN 376 Social Hi s t o ry of a Region (3)An integrated study of the artistic, architectural, cultural, social,political, economic, and military history of a city or region. Theplace and its unique history determine the focus or foci. The differentaspects of the place are studied through reading, lecture,and site tours.HUMN 376A Social Hi s t o ry of Annapolis (3)A study of the artistic, architectural, cultural, social, political, economic,and military history of Annapolis, one of the oldest citiesin the United States. Annapolis is examined in relation to theChesapeake Bay, as a naval center, as a center of government withthe oldest state capitol building, and as a center of the slave tradethat became home to early “free men of color” before the CivilWar. Archaeological and preservation sites are toured.HUMN 376B Social Hi s t o ry of Ba l t i m o re (3)A study of the artistic, architectural, cultural, social, political,and economic history of Baltimore. The fifth largest U.S. port,Baltimore is examined as an urban center historically connectedby its harbor to Europe and the world and by canal and railroadto the interior. Topics include the creation of culturally distinctneighborhoods of rural and immigrant groups, early industrialoperations in milling and canning, and the effects of fire and theDepression. The complex forces of urban revitalization are studied.Archaeological and preservation sites are toured.HUMN 398B Popular Cu l t u re in2 0 t h - C e n t u ry America (3)A study of American popular culture. Topics include the popularityand influence of icons like Elvis Pre s l e y, Frank Sinatra, John Wa y n e ,Marilyn Mo n roe, Babe Ruth, Michael Jo rdan, and the Si m p s o n s ;the role of race, gender, economic class, and age; and popular cultu re as an expression of freedom, unity, and individualism or one ofcrass materialism, corporate domination, and declining moral va l-ues. Assignments include advanced reading and re s e a rch. St u d e n t smay re c e i ve credit for only one of the following courses: HUMN198B or HUMN 398B.HUMN 399 Independent Study inHumanities (1–6)(For advanced students.) Directed independent study of topics ofspecial interest not covered by regularly scheduled courses. Maybe repeated to a maximum of 6 credits when topics differ.HUMN 442 Contemporary Sexual Ethics (3)An inquiry into ethical considerations of contemporary sexualb e h a v i o r. Topics include the changing dynamics between maleand female (modes, expectations, and codes); the increase of sexualactivity and freedom (premarital, postmarital, and extramarital);laws, such as those concerning abortion, homosexuality, and rape(whether outside or within marriage); the sexual rights of women;and speculations about ethical dimensions of human sexual activityin the future .HUMN 486A In t e rnship in Hu m a n i t i e sT h rough Co-op (3)Pre requisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (pro g r a mre q u i rements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combine academictheory with new, care e r - related experience in the humanities.At least 12 hours per week must be devoted to new tasksfor a minimum of 180 hours during the Co-op session; four newtasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and the coursere q u i rements must be completed. May be repeated upon approva lof a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasks and obje c t i ves related to the humanities and that continues to adva n c eapplication of academic theory in the workplace. Students mayearn up to 15 semester hours in all internship coursew o rk thro u g hCo-op tow a rd a first bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semester hourst ow a rd a second bachelor’s degree. Co-op credits may not be usedfor general education re q u i rements and, unless otherwise specified,no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academic majorand minor (combined).HUMN 486B In t e rnship in Hu m a n i t i e sT h rough Co-op (6)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combine academictheory with new, career-related experience in the humanities.At least 20 hours per week must be devoted to new tasks fora total of 300 hours during the Co-op session; five to eight newtasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and the courserequirements must be completed. May be repeated upon approvalof a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasks and objectivesrelated to the humanities and that continues to advanceapplication of academic theory in the workplace. Students mayearn up to 15 semester hours in all internship coursework throughCo-op toward a first bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semester hourstoward a second bachelor’s degree. Co-op credits may not be usedfor general education requirements and, unless otherwise specified,no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academicmajor and minor (combined).196

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SHuman ResourceManagementCourses in human resource management (designated HRMN)may be applied as appropriate (according to individual programrequirements) toward• a major or minor in human resource management, businessadministration, global business and public policy, or managementstudies;• a certificate in Human Resources Management; and• electives.A description of the curriculum for the human resource managementmajor and minor begins on p. 67. Descriptions of othermanagement-related curricula may be found on the followingpages: accounting (p. 25), business administration (p. 33), environmentalmanagement (p. 50), fire science (p. 55), global businessand public policy (p. 61), management studies (p. 75), andmarketing (p. 77).HRMN 300 Human Re s o u rceManagement (3)A basic study of human resource management. Topics includehuman resource planning and the recruitment, selection, development,compensation, and appraisal of employees. Scientific managementand unionism are explored insofar as these historicaldevelopments affect the various personnel functions. Studentsmay receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT360, HRMN 300, or TMGT 360.HRMN 302 OrganizationalCommunication (3)Pre requisite: BMGT 364. A study of the stru c t u re of communicationin organizations. Problems, issues, and techniques of organizationalcommunication are analyzed through case histories, exe rc i s e s ,and projects. The examination of theory and examples is intendedto improve managerial effectiveness in communication and negotiation.Students may re c e i ve credit for only one of the follow i n gcourses: BMGT 398N, HRMN 302, MGMT 320, MGST 315,or TEMN 315.HRMN 362 Labor Relations (3)A study of the development and methods of organized groups inindustry, with reference to the settlement of labor disputes. Laborunions and employer associations involved in arbitration, mediation,and conciliation are analyzed from an economic as well as alegal standpoint. Topics include collective bargaining, trade agreements,strikes, boycotts, lockouts, company unions, employeerepresentation, and injunctions. Students may receive credit foronly one of the following courses: BMGT 362 or HRMN 362.HRMN 363 Negotiation Strategies (3)Recommended: HRMN 362. An introduction to methods andp rocesses of negotiation and collective bargaining. Ne g o t i a t i n gstrategies related to selected products, services, and managementissues are explored. Students may re c e i ve credit for only one of thef o l l owing courses: BMGT 398W, HRMN 363, or MGMT 398W.HRMN 365 Conflict Management inOrganizations (3)An introduction to processes observed in and management ofconflict within organizations. Topics include general models ofconflict, methods of managing conflict, and issues related to disagreementsin organizational contexts. Students may receive creditfor only one of the following courses: BMGT 398X, HRMN365, or MGMT 398X.HRMN 367 Organizational Cu l t u re (3)Prerequisite: BMGT 364. An examination of the nature, definitions,theories, and aspects of organizational culture. Analysis coverspatterns of behavior and their relationship to organizationalculture, especially the impact of the organization’s business onemployee behavior and culture. Topics include the role of nationality,gender, and race within organizational culture; implicationsof addressing organizational challenges; theory versus practice;and the relative roles of the individual, groups, and the organizationin a cultural context. Students may receive credit for onlyone of the following courses: BMGT 398T or HRMN 367.197

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SHRMN 390 Contemporary CompensationManagement (3)Prerequisites: BMGT 230 and HRMN 300. An exploration ofalternative compensation philosophies. Topics include strategiesof employee compensation, incentives to productivity, employeemotivation, and performance appraisal. Strategies such as incentivecash and/or stock compensation programs, employee ownership,and nonmonetary rewards are discussed and evaluated invarying situations. Discussion also covers techniques for identifyingand classifying critical job components and observable standardsand measures, setting compensation for job performance,and developing an executive compensation program. The interrelationshipbetween compensation, motivation, performanceappraisal, and performance within the organization is examined.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:BMGT 388L or HRMN 390.HRMN 392 St ress Management inOrganizations (1)An exploration of the changing nature of work and stress inorganizations, due to a business emphasis on productivity andpersonal and family demands. Focus is on the causes of stressand methods of managing stress in organizational settings. Topicsinclude interactions, performance objectives, social structure, jobcharacteristics, and other factors causing stress in organizations.Consideration is given to political climate, pressure to achieve,interpersonal conflict, and time pressures. Discussion covers practicalapproaches to reduce stress at work. Students may receivecredit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 398Y,HRMN 392, MGMT 398Y, or MGST 398H.HRMN 400 Human Re s o u rce Ma n a g e m e n t :Analysis and Problems (3)Pre requisite: HRMN 300. A study of the role of human re s o u rc emanagement in the strategic planning and operation of organizations,performance appraisal systems, and compensation andlabor/management issues. The influence of federal re g u l a t i o n s(including equal opport u n i t y, sexual harassment, discrimination,and other employe e - related regulations) is analyzed. The criticale valuation of human re s o u rce problems is supported with a re v i ewof re s e a rch findings, readings, discussions, case studies, and applicablefederal regulations. Students may re c e i ve credit for only one ofthe following courses: BMGT 460, HRMN 400, or TMGT 360.HRMN 406 Em p l oyee Training andDe velopment (3)Prerequisites: BMGT 364 and HRMN 300. An examination ofemployee training and human resource development in variousorganizations. Topics include the development, administration,and evaluation of training programs; employee development;c a reer development; and organizational change. Issues in employe ed e velopment (including assessment of employee competencies,o p p o rtunities for learning and growth, and the roles of managersin employee development) are explored. Students may receivec redit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 498I, HRMN406, or MGMT 498I.HRMN 408 Em p l oyment Law for Business (3)A conceptual and functional analysis of the legal framework andprinciples of industrial and employment relations, with specialemphasis on discrimination in the workplace in the domestic andglobal environment. Topics include discrimination based on race,sex, age, and disability; testing and performance appraisal; wrongfuldischarge; labor/management issues; and employee benefits.Salient transnational employment issues are also explored. Studentsmay receive credit for only one of the following courses:BMGT 468, BMGT 498G, HRMN 408, or MGMT 498G.HRMN 462 Labor Relations Law (3)A conceptual and functional analysis and application of legalprinciples relevant to labor/management relations and the collectivebargaining process in the domestic and global industrial andpublic sectors. Topics include the historical and statutory developmentof unionization; union organization and unfair labor practices;negotiation and administration of the collective bargainingagreement; economic pressures, including strikes, pickets, boycotts,and lockouts; arbitration and conflict resolution; publicsectorregulation; and transnational labor/management issues.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:BMGT 462 or HRMN 462.198

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SHRMN 486A In t e rnship in Human Re s o u rc eManagement T h rough Co-op (3)Pre requisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (pro g r a mre q u i rements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combine academictheory with new, care e r - related experience in human re s o u rc emanagement. At least 12 hours per week must be devoted to newtasks for a minimum of 180 hours during the Co-op session; fourn ew tasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and thecourse re q u i rements must be completed. May be repeated upona p p roval of a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasksand objectives related to human re s o u rce management and thatcontinues to advance application of academic theory in the workplace.Students may earn up to 15 semester hours in all internshipc o u r s ew o rk through Co-op tow a rd a first bachelor’s degree and upto 9 semester hours tow a rd a second bachelor’s degree. Co-op cre d-its may not be used for general education re q u i rements and, unlesso t h e rwise specified, no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used inthe academic major and minor (combined).HRMN 486B In t e rnship in Human Re s o u rc eManagement T h rough Co-op (6)Pre requisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (pro g r a mre q u i rements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combine academictheory with new, care e r - related experience in human re s o u rc emanagement. At least 20 hours per week must be devoted to newtasks for a total of 300 hours during the Co-op session; five to eightn ew tasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and thecourse re q u i rements must be completed. May be repeated upona p p roval of a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasksand objectives related to human re s o u rce management and thatcontinues to advance application of academic theory in the workplace.Students may earn up to 15 semester hours in all internshipc o u r s ew o rk through Co-op tow a rd a first bachelor’s degree and upto 9 semester hours tow a rd a second bachelor’s degree. Co-op cre d-its may not be used for general education re q u i rements and, unlesso t h e rwise specified, no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used inthe academic major and minor (combined).Information SystemsManagementCourses in information systems management (designated IFSM)may be applied as appropriate (according to individual programrequirements) toward• the general education requirement in computing;• a major in information systems management, computer informationtechnology, computer studies, or management studies;• a minor in computer studies;• a certificate in Database Management, Information Assurance,Information Management, or Project Management for ITProfessionals; and• electives.A description of the curriculum for the information systems managementmajor begins on p. 70. Descriptions of other computerrelatedcurricula may be found on the following pages: computerand information science (p. 39), computer information technology( p. 40), computer science (p. 42), and computer studies (p. 43).IFSM 201 In t roduction to Computer-Ba s e dSystems (3)(Course activities require access to a standard office productivitypackage, i.e., word processing, spreadsheet, database, and presentationsoftware.) An overview of computer information systemsin which hardware, software, procedures, systems, and humanresources are explored in relation to their integration and applicationin business and other segments of society. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 301,CAPP 101, CAPP 300, CMST 300, IFSM 201, or TMGT 201.IFSM 204 Hi s t o ry and Fu t u re Trendsof Computing (3)A historical account of the pioneers of computing and the rise ofthe computer industry (as well as related industries). Althoughtechnical and institutional developments are the focus, developmentsare explained in a broader historical context. Factors suchas the state of scientific knowledge, economic conditions, defenserequirements, the nature of business and financial systems, andgovernmental policy are taken into consideration.199

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SIFSM 300 In f o rmation Systems inOrganizations (3)Prerequisite: IFSM 201. An overview of information systems,their role in organizations, and the relationship between informationsystems and the objectives and structure of an organization.Discussion covers human aspects of computing, types of computersystems, and general theory of systems.IFSM 302 Wo rkplace Productivity (3)Prerequisite: IFSM 201. A survey of techniques for improvingthe productivity of practices and procedures in the workplace.Teaming (e.g., encouraging employees’ participation in groupactivities, brainstorming, and making meetings more effective)and problem solving (e.g., simplifying work; charting work-flowp rocesses; diagramming causes and effects; and using Pa reto analysis,histograms, and total quality management) are the two majorapproaches emphasized.IFSM 303 Human Factors in In f o rm a t i o nSystems (3)Prerequisite: IFSM 201. A general survey of the application ofhuman factors to the design and use of information systems.Topics include the history, evolution, and current state of thehuman/computer interface. The contributions of psychology,engineering, and physiology to the development of ergonomicsare described.IFSM 304 Ethics in the In f o rmation Age (3)(Fulfills the civic responsibility perspective requirement.) Prerequisite:CMIS 102, CMIS 102A, CMSC 101, or IFSM 201.An introduction to information systems as used to provide informationfor decision making in a democratic society. Discussioncovers the philosophy, techniques, and ethical considerationsinvolved in evaluating information systems.IFSM 310 So f t w a re and Ha rd w a reConcepts (3)Prerequisites: IFSM 201 and MATH 012. A survey of computersystems. Emphasis is on the interrelationships of hardware architecture,system software, and application software. Topics includethe architectures of processors and storage systems and implicationsfor system software design. Discussion also covers the effectsof the design of hardware and system software on the developmentof application programs in a business environment. Studentsmay receive credit for only one of the following courses:CMIS 270, CMIS 310, CMSC 311, or IFSM 310.IFSM 320 Office Automation (3)Pre requisite: IFSM 201. An examination of office information systemsand decision-support systems as emerging critical elementsof data and information systems for business uses. Emphasis is oni n f o r m a t i o n - p rocessing considerations at the systems level, includinganalysis and management of support activities. Discussion coversinterfaces between machines and their users, current and futuretechnological trends, and their effects on data processing and theoffice enviro n m e n t .IFSM 350 Wi reless Telecommunications (3)Prerequisite: IFSM 201. An analysis of technical and managerialperspectives on basic concepts and applications in wirelesstelecommunication systems. The implications of the regulatoryenvironment and communications standards on transmission ofvoice and data are examined. Other topics include an overviewof second generation (2G), third generation (3G), and global systemsof mobile (GSM) wireless communications; code-divisionmultiple access (CDMA); and trends in wireless communication.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:IFSM 350 or IFSM 398W.IFSM 390 Multimedia Design and Eva l u a t i o nfor In f o rmation Systems Managers (3)Prerequisite: IFSM 201. An investigation of microcomputer-basedmultimedia systems and their application. Emphasis is on conceptsand techniques for creating professional presentations usingsound, clip art, video, and text. Discussion covers hardware selectionand the use of the Internet as a resource for multimedia projects.The effects of multimedia presentations and the social issuesinvolved in their use are examined.IFSM 410 Database Concepts (3)Pre requisites: CMIS 102 (or CMIS 102A) and IFSM 300. Ani n t roduction to the design and management of database systemsin a business environment. Topics include the role of databases inorganizations, the management of information as a critical businessre s o u rce, types and functions of database management systems,conceptual data modeling and entity/relationship and semantic datamodels, and the fundamental principles of relational and objectorienteddatabase design. The implementation and maintenance ofdatabase management systems and the role of the database administratorare discussed. Students may re c e i ve credit for only one of thef o l l owing courses: CMIS 320 or IFSM 410.200

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SIFSM 411 SQL (3)Prerequisite: IFSM 410 or CMIS 320. In-depth practice usingStructured Query Language (SQL), the most common databasemanipulation language. Business-related case studies illustrate thevarious uses of SQL. Discussion covers the underlying theory ofrelations (including relational operators, keys, and entity and referentialintegrity). Students may receive credit for only one of thefollowing courses: CMIS 420, IFSM 411, or IFSM 498I.IFSM 420 Ad vanced Database Concepts (3)Prerequisite: IFSM 411 or CMIS 320. Investigation and applicationof advanced database concepts, including database administration,database technology, and the selection and acquisitionof database management systems. An intensive practicum in datamodeling and system development in a database environment isprovided. An overview of future trends in data management isalso included.IFSM 425 Decision Su p p o rt and Ex p e rtSystems (3)Pre requisite: IFSM 300. An analysis of information support systemsthat serve the management user at all levels of the decision-makingp rocess. The information provided by such systems is derived fro mmultiple models and databases within and/or external to an organization.T h e o retical concepts are related to examples from specificorganizations. Re s e a rch on the development of expert systems andc o m m e rcially available applications is included.IFSM 430 In f o rmation Systems andSe c u rity (3)Prerequisite: IFSM 300. A survey covering aspects of establishingand maintaining a practical information security program. Thesecurity aspects and implications of databases, telecommunicationsystems, and software are examined, along with techniques usedto assess risks and discover abuses of systems.IFSM 431 Policy Planning for Se c u ri t yA rchitects (3)Prerequisites: IFSM 300 and an upper-level writing course (suchas COMM 393). A study of various aspects of information assurance(IA) policy planning in an organizational context. Topicsinclude the impact of current legislation and government regulationsdirecting the focus of policy formulation. Key analysisprocedures, such as security requirements analysis and risk assessments,are examined to determine their role in policy formation.Projects include generating an information security program foran organization.IFSM 432 Disaster Re c ove ry Planning (3)Prerequisite: IFSM 300. Recommended: IFSM 430. A study ofdisaster recovery and emergency planning as applied to the informationsystems function in corporations. Topics include securityrisk evaluation and management, creation of threat profiles, continuityof operations planning, contingency planning, and incidentreporting. A self-directed approach/tool for the conduct of informationsecurity risk evaluation is introduced. Projects includedeveloping a security protection strategy and plan. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: IFSM 432or IFSM 498N.IFSM 433 In f o rmation Se c u rity Ne e d sAssessment and Planning (3)Prerequisite: IFSM 300. Recommended: IFSM 430. In-depthpractice in gathering security requirements to generate a securityplan. Topics include the collection and analysis of functionalsecurity requirements, risk analysis, requirements traceabilitymatrices and the collection of metrics, the investigation of physicalsecurity, operational procedures and legal issues related toinformation security, and the identification of education andtraining requirements. Projects include generating a site securityplan based on site-specific or case-study requirements.IFSM 435 In f o rmation Se c u rity andE - C o m m e rce (3)Prerequisite: IFSM 300. An introduction to the four essentialelements of safe electronic commerce: the data transaction, theserver, the client, and the host network. Topics include encryption,firewalls, transaction security, securing Web commerce, andWeb security risk management. Students may receive credit foronly one of the following courses: IFSM 435 or IFSM 498H.IFSM 438 Project Management (3)Prerequisite: IFSM 300. An exposition of planning, scheduling,and controlling a system project during its life cycle. Topicsinclude the use of project-management techniques such as PERT(Project Evaluation and Review Technique) and Gantt charts andother techniques of planning, scheduling, and controlling projects.Demonstrations and exercises in using project-managementsoftware are provided. Students may receive credit for only one ofthe following courses: IFSM 438 or TMGT 430.201

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SIFSM 450 Telecommunication Systems inManagement (3)Prerequisites: IFSM 300 and 310. An analysis of technical andmanagerial perspectives on basic concepts and applications intelecommunication systems. An overview of data communicationprotocols and standards; local area networks, wide area networks,and internetworks; and trends in telecommunications is provided.The implications of the regulatory environment and communicationsstandards on transmission of voice, data, and image areexamined. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: CMIS 370, CMSC 370, or IFSM 450.IFSM 454 In f o rmation System Se c u ri t yMechanisms (3)Pre requisite: IFSM 450. Recommended: IFSM 430. A hands-ontechnical examination of six areas of security vital to any organization:authentication, authorization and access control, confidential i t y, ava i l a b i l i t y, data integrity (encryption), and nonre p u d i a t i o n .Topics include firewalls, intrusion detection systems (IDSs),vulnerability software, Pu b l i c - Key In f r a s t ru c t u re (PKI), IP security( I P Sec), virtual private networks (VPNs), and Web server lockdow np ro c e d u res. Re v i ew also covers the types of attacks often launchedon the Internet and how they are performed. Projects includedemonstrations of network software used to gain informationabout a network, perform attacks, and/or prevent attacks.IFSM 455 IT In f r a s t ru c t u re ofE - C o m m e rce (3)(Formerly IFSM 498F.) Prerequisites: IFSM 300 and 310. Anintroduction to both the theory and practice of doing businessover the Internet and World Wide We b. Topics include the generalstructure, protocols, utility programs, popular Internet applications,and Web client/server architecture that support the Internetand electronic commerce. The technologies of electronic commerce(including software, security issues, and payment systems)are addressed. Project planning and management and customerrelationship management issues are also explored. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: IFSM 455or IFSM 498F.IFSM 457 Cy b e rt e r ro rism (3)(Formerly IFSM 497C.) Prerequisite: IFSM 300. An overview ofthe issues surrounding cyberterrorism, including low-level threats(attacks that vandalize Web pages or launch denial of service),middle-tier threats (online fraud and industrial espionage by companies,organized crime, and nation states), and high-end threatsfrom nation states and terrorist groups. Socioeconomic motivationsand the “hacker mentality” are explored. Review also coverscommon network and security loopholes, the concept of socialengineering and its impact on IT security, existing governmentregulations, and the National IT Security Plan. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: IFSM 457or IFSM 497C.IFSM 459 Se c u rity Issues and Em e r g i n gTechnologies (3)Prerequisite: IFSM 450. Recommended: IFSM 430. A detailedoverview of various emerging network technologies such as wirelessnetworks based on IEEE 802.11 standards, Mobile Ad HocNetworks (MANET), and wireless packet data networks likeGPRS and CDMA 2000. Discussion covers the various applicationsbased on these technologies (such as wireless and mobileInternet access, voice over IP, location-based services, etc.) and thesecurity issues involved in supporting these applications. Existingsolutions and mechanisms for addressing the security requirementsfor these applications are examined, and the impact of thesolutions on the quality of service is analyzed. The emerging securitystandards and best practices for these new technologies arealso described, along with their salient strengths and weaknesses.IFSM 461 Systems Analysis and Design (3)Pre requisite: IFSM 300. A study of the methods used in analyzingneeds for information and in specifying re q u i rements for an applicationsystem. Implementation of the operational system, integrationof computer technology, and aspects of organizational behavior inthe design support system are examined. Topics include the conceptof the system life cycle, the iterative nature of the processes of analysisand design, and the methodology for developing a logical specificationand physical design for an operational system. Students mayre c e i ve credit for only one of the following courses: IFSM 436,IFSM 460, or IFSM 461.202

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SIFSM 486A In t e rnship in In f o rm a t i o nSystems Management T h rough Co-op (3)Pre requisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (pro g r a mre q u i rements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combine academictheory with new, care e r - related experience in informationsystems management. At least 12 hours per week must be devo t e dto new tasks for a minimum of 180 hours during the Co-op session;four new tasks must be delineated in the Learning Pro p o s a l ;and the course re q u i rements must be completed. May be re p e a t e dupon approval of a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates newtasks and objectives related to information systems managementand that continues to advance application of academic theory in thew o rkplace. Students may earn up to 15 semester hours in all internshipcoursew o rk through Co-op tow a rd a first bachelor’s degree andup to 9 semester hours tow a rd a second bachelor’s degree. Co-opc redits may not be used for general education re q u i rements and,unless otherwise specified, no more than 6 Co-op credits may beused in the academic major and minor (combined).IFSM 486B In t e rnship in In f o rm a t i o nSystems Management T h rough Co-op (6)Pre requisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (pro g r a mre q u i rements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combine academictheory with new, care e r - related experience in informationsystems management. At least 20 hours per week must be devo t e dto new tasks for a total of 300 hours during the Co-op session; fiveto eight new tasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; andthe course re q u i rements must be completed. May be repeated upona p p roval of a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasksand objectives related to information systems management and thatcontinues to advance application of academic theory in the workplace.Students may earn up to 15 semester hours in all internshipc o u r s ew o rk through Co-op tow a rd a first bachelor’s degree and upto 9 semester hours tow a rd a second bachelor’s degree. Co-op cre d-its may not be used for general education re q u i rements and, unlesso t h e rwise specified, no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used inthe academic major and minor (combined).JapaneseCourses in Japanese (designated JAPN) may be applied as appropriate(according to individual program requirements) toward• the general education requirements in the arts andhumanities and for international perspective coursework;• a major or minor in humanities; and• electives.UMUC offers a limited number of foreign language courses eachsemester.A description of the curriculum for the humanities major andminor begins on p. 65.JAPN 111 El e m e n t a ry Japanese I (3)(Assumes no prior knowledge of Japanese. Fulfills the internationalp e r s p e c t i ve re q u i rement.) An elementary study of Japanese. Em -phasis begins with oral communication skills and leads to balancedp roficiency in the four communication skills of listening, speaking,reading, and writing. Topics include basic stru c t u res, vo c a b u l a ry,p ronunciation, and writing, as well as elements of culture, history,and geography. Authentic text from native speakers is used as muchas possible.JAPN 112 El e m e n t a ry Japanese II (3)(Fulfills the international perspective requirement.) Prerequisite:Completion of JAPN 111 with a grade of C or better. Continuedbasic study of Japanese, emphasizing oral communication andleading to a balanced development of proficiency in the fourcommunication skills of listening, speaking, reading, and writing.Basic structures, vocabulary, pronunciation, and writing are practicedalong with continued familiarity with culture, history, andgeography. Oral and written authentic text from native speakersis used as much as possible.IFSM 498 Special Topics in In f o rm a t i o nSystems (1–3)A seminar on topics in the design and implementation of information-processingsystems.203

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SJournalismCourses in journalism (designated JOUR) may be applied asappropriate (according to individual program requirements)toward• a major or minor in communication studies;• a minor in journalism; and• electives.JOUR 201 fulfills the general education requirement incommunications.A description of the curriculum for the journalism minor beginson p. 72. Descriptions of related curricula may be found on thefollowing pages: communication studies (p. 36) and speech communication(p. 85).JOUR 201 Writing for the Mass Media (3)(Fulfills the general education requirement in communications.)Prerequisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X. An introduction towriting news and feature articles for print, broadcast, and onlinemedia. Emphasis is on writing—from mechanics (grammar,spelling, punctuation, and journalism style) to content (accuracy,completeness, audience, and readability)—and reporting.JOUR 202 Editing for the Mass Media (3)Prerequisite: JOUR 201. Presentation of the basic editing skillsthat apply to all mass media. Hands-on practice in copyediting,fact checking, headline writing, photo selection, and page layoutis provided. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: JOUR 202 or JOUR 310.JOUR 319A Analyzing and Un d e r s t a n d i n gthe News (1)An analysis of radio, television, and newspaper reporting designedto improve critical understanding of the news. Topics include thebenefits of channel surfing and turning to more than one newsprovider, whether print or broadcast, for information. Reasonsfor loyalty to favorite sources of news information are examined.JOUR 330 Public Relations T h e o ry (3)Prerequisite: JOUR 201. A study of the historical developmentand contemporary status of public relations in business, government,associations, and other organizations. Communication theoryand social science methodology are studied as they apply tothe research, planning, communication, and evaluation aspectsof the public relations process.JOUR 331 Public Relations Techniques (3)Prerequisite: JOUR 330. A review of the techniques of publicrelations. Emphasis is on news releases, publications and printedmaterials, speeches, special events, and audiovisual media. Techniquesare applied in laboratory and field projects. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 398Uor JOUR 331.JOUR 371 Magazine Article and Fe a t u reWriting (3)Prerequisite: JOUR 201. A study of various types of featurearticles, particularly in the magazine market. Analysis covers themedium and its specialized audiences. Practice in researching andwriting the feature article and in evaluating freelance markets isprovided.JOUR 410 Hi s t o ry of MassCommunication (3)Pre requisite: ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X. A discussion of the deve l-opment of newspapers, magazines, radio, television, and motionp i c t u res as media of mass communication. The influence of themedia on the historical development of the nation is considere d .JOUR 459A Special Topics in Jo u rnalism (3)An in-depth study of a specific area in journalism. Topics mayfocus on areas such as newsroom management, environmentaljournalism, or special features. Assignments include advancedreading and research. May be repeated to a maximum of 6 creditswhen topics differ.JOUR 459B Special Topics in Pu b l i cRelations (3)An in-depth study of a specific area in public relations. Topicsmay focus on areas such as international public relations, crisiscommunication, campaign management, or special events.Assignments include advanced reading and research. May berepeated to a maximum of 6 credits when topics differ.JOUR 459C Special Topics in Media andMass Communication (3)An in-depth study of a specific area in media and mass communication.Topics may focus on areas such as media literacy, themedia industry, media’s affect on society, or political campaigns.Assignments include advanced reading and research. May berepeated to a maximum of 6 credits when topics differ.204

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SJOUR 486A In t e rnship in Jo u rn a l i s mT h rough Co-op (3)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in journalism.At least 12 hours per week must be devoted to new tasksfor a minimum of 180 hours during the Co-op session; fournew tasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and thecourse requirements must be completed. May be repeated uponapproval of a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasksand objectives related to journalism and that continues to advanceapplication of academic theory in the workplace. Students mayearn up to 15 semester hours in all internship coursework throughCo-op toward a first bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semester hourstoward a second bachelor’s degree. Co-op credits may not be usedfor general education requirements and, unless otherwise specified,no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academicmajor and minor (combined).JOUR 486B In t e rnship in Jo u rn a l i s mT h rough Co-op (6)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in journalism.At least 20 hours per week must be devoted to new tasksfor a total of 300 hours during the Co-op session; five to eightnew tasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and thecourse requirements must be completed. May be repeated uponapproval of a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasksand objectives related to journalism and that continues to advanceapplication of academic theory in the workplace. Students mayearn up to 15 semester hours in all internship coursework throughCo-op toward a first bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semester hourstoward a second bachelor’s degree. Co-op credits may not be usedfor general education requirements and, unless otherwise specified,no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academicmajor and minor (combined).Legal StudiesCourses in legal studies (designated LGST) may be applied asappropriate (according to individual program requirements)toward• a major in legal studies;• a certificate in Paralegal Studies; and• electives.LGST 360 and 363A may be applied toward the general educationrequirement in computing.A description of the legal studies major begins on p. 73.LGST 101 In t roduction to Law (3)A survey of the U.S. legal system and the role of the paralegal inthe legal environment. Topics include the organization and powersof federal and state lawmaking institutions, court procedures,and the analysis of statutory provisions and judicial opinions.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:LGST 101 or PLGL 101.LGST 200 Techniques of Legal Re s e a rch (3)Prerequisite or corequisite: LGST 101. An introduction to thebook-based methods used to locate relevant, mandatory, and currentrules and interpretations. Topics include the analysis, publication,and citation of judicial opinions, statutory provisions, andadministrative law and the features and use of secondary sources,digests, and citators. Computer-assisted research systems are introduced,but assignments require legal research in a physical librarywith a hard-copy law collection. Students may receive credit foronly one of the following courses: LGST 200 or PLGL 200.LGST 201 Legal Writing (3)Prerequisite: LGST 200. An introduction to the principles ofwriting clearly and effectively in the legal environment. Emphasisis on types of documents that paralegals may be called upon todraft, including intake memos, legal synthesis and office memos,and client letters. Students may receive credit for only one of thefollowing courses: LGST 201 or PLGL 201.LGST 204 Legal Ethics (3)A survey of basic principles relating to the ethical practice of law.Rules and guidelines governing the ethical conduct of lawyers andnonlawyers are covered, as are law office management principlesrelevant to ethical requirements. Students may receive credit foronly one of the following courses: LGST 204 or PLGL 204.205

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SLGST 312 To rts (3)Prerequisite: LGST 201. A study of the causes of action, defenses,and remedies in the major categories of tort law, as well as tortlitigationprocedures and writings for which a paralegal may beresponsible. Topics include intentional torts, negligence, strict liability,damages, and civil procedures. Assignments include legalresearch and written analysis. Students may receive credit for onlyone of the following courses: LGST 312 or PLGL 312.LGST 314 Wo rk e r s’ Compensation Law (1)A thorough study of the Maryland Workers’ Compensation Actand the practice of workers’ compensation law in Maryland.Practical aspects of the workers’ compensation system (includingjurisdiction, employer/employee relationships, injuries covered bythe Act, defenses, compensation benefits, vocational rehabilitation,and appeals) are covered. Students may receive credit foronly one of the following courses: LGST 314 or PLGL 398H.LGST 315 Domestic Relations (3)Prerequisite: LGST 201. A study of the various legal aspects offamily law. Emphasis is on the processes, procedures, and writingsa paralegal may handle. Topics include divorce, separation, andannulment; child custody and visitation; and alimony, child support,disposition of property, and legal rights of children. Relevantaspects of civil procedures, enforcement, and the modification oforders and agreements are covered. Assignments include legalresearch and written analysis. Students may receive credit foronly one of the following courses: FMCD 487, LGST 315,or PLGL 315.LGST 316 Estates and Probate (3)Prerequisite: LGST 201. A study of the legal concepts entailedin drafting and preparing simple wills and administering estatesin Maryland, as well as the processes, procedures, and writingsfor which a paralegal may be responsible. Topics include preliminaryand practical considerations of administering an estate; theappraisal of estate assets and probate inventory; inheritance taxes;claims against the estate; management of debts, accounting, anddistribution considerations; the drafting and execution of wills;and guardianships. Assignments include legal research and writtenanalysis. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: LGST 316, PLGL 216, or PLGL 316.LGST 320 Criminal Law and Pro c e d u res (3)Pre requisite: LGST 201. A study of the substantive and pro c e d u r a laspects of the criminal justice system, particularly those aspectsrelated to the work of a paralegal. Topics include crimes anddefenses, penalties, and court pro c e d u res. Assignments include legalre s e a rch and written analysis. Students may re c e i ve credit for onlyone of the following courses: CJUS 234, LGST 320, or PLGL 320.LGST 322 Evidence (3)Prerequisite: LGST 201. A study of laws that govern the admissibilityof evidence for establishing or controverting facts in trialsand administrative proceedings, and the role of the paralegalin gathering evidence and helping attorneys prepare for trial.Assignments include legal research and written analysis. Studentsmay receive credit for only one of the following courses: LGST322, PLGL 222, or PLGL 322.LGST 325 Litigation (3)Prerequisite: LGST 201. An examination of the process of civillitigation and the responsibilities commonly assigned to paralegals.Topics include investigation and interviewing, preparationof pleadings and motions, discovery, the conduct of the trial, andpost-trial activity. Assignments include legal research and writtenanalysis. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: LGST 325 or PLGL 325.LGST 327 Altern a t i ve Dispute Resolution (3)An ove rv i ew of the various processes and techniques to settle disputeswithout court adjudication. Topics include negotiation, mediation,and arbitration. Students may re c e i ve credit for only one ofthe following courses: LGST 327, PLGL 327, or PLGL 398G.LGST 330 Ad m i n i s t r a t i ve Law (3)Prerequisite: LGST 201. An overview of the functions and proceduresof federal and state administrative agencies, as well as preparationof writings pertinent to administrative law practice. Topicsinclude rulemaking, adjudication, the use and control of agencydiscretion, and disclosure of information. Assignments includelegal research and written analysis. Students may receive credit foronly one of the following courses: LGST 330 or PLGL 330.LGST 335 Elder Law (3)Prerequisite: LGST 201. An overview of legal issues that areincreasingly relevant as the older population increases. Topicsinclude health care, public entitlements, and legal and financialdecision making. Emphasis is on the role of the paralegal in thoseareas. Assignments include legal research and written analysis.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:LGST 335, PLGL 335, or PLGL 398E.LGST 340 Contract Law (3)Prerequisite: LGST 201. A comprehensive study of the majorareas of contract law that paralegals are most likely to encounter.Topics include formation, interpretation and enforcement, discharge,and breach and remedies for breach. Assignments includelegal research and written analysis. Students may receive credit foronly one of the following courses: LGST 340 or PLGL 340.206

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SLGST 343 Real Estate Transactions (3)Prerequisite: LGST 201. A study of the essentials of real estatelaw. Emphasis is on settlement procedures in Maryland, especiallythe processes, procedures, and writings for which a paralegal maybe responsible. Topics include real estate contracts, types andsources of mortgage financing, title work, and closing and settlement.Other topics include easements and covenants, and condos,PUDs, and co-ops. Assignments include legal research and writtenanalysis. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: LGST 343 or PLGL 343.LGST 345 Landlord Tenant Law (1)A nuts-and-bolts study of landlord/tenant issues. Focus is on therights and obligations of landlords in rental properties and therights of tenants and how to assert those rights. Topics includelease provisions and eviction processes and how to defend againsteviction. Assignments include legal research and written analysis.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:LGST 345 or PLGL 398K.LGST 360 Computer Application in the LegalEn v i ronment (3)Pre requisite: IFSM 201. An ove rv i ew of uses of computer softwarein the legal environment. The concepts and theory of computeroperations are explained in the context of needs analysis for lawfirms. Emphasis is on applications such as text processing, databasemanagement, electronic spreadsheets, timekeeping, docket contro l ,and litigation support. Students may re c e i ve credit for only one ofthe following courses: CAPP 343, LGST 360, or PLGL 360.LGST 363A Computer-Assisted LitigationSu p p o rt (3)Prerequisites: IFSM 201 and LGST 325. A focused study of theuse of text processing, database management, and electronicspreadsheets to support litigation. Topics include document discovery;document coding and abstracting; search and retrievalmethods; project management; and preparing trial exhibits, presentations,and other visual aids. Students may receive credit foronly one of the following courses: LGST 363A or PLGL 363A.LGST 370 Ad vanced Legal Analysis (3)Prerequisite: LGST 201. An advanced study of the legal analysisskills needed by the paralegal to successfully complete a variety oftasks in the legal environment. Skills covered include spotting andframing legal issues, analyzing and applying relevant law to predictand advocate for the outcome of legal issues, and using legalrules and interpretations to develop informal and formal discoveryplans. Assignments include legal research and written analysis.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:LGST 370 or PLGL 370.LGST 398A Sp o rts Law (3)Prerequisite: LGST 201. A study of the laws that apply to sportsand the role paralegals may play. Topics include the laws thatapply to the business of sports and issues such as ethics, contracts,Title IX, representation of athletes, and drug testing.LGST 398B Public Housing (1)A thorough review of federal and state law pertaining to publichousing to prepare the paralegal to represent individuals inpublic housing cases, including admission and eligibility requirements,preferences and admissions, rent computation procedures,lease requirements, repair requirements, security deposits, rentincreases, recertification of income, and termination proceedings.Practical aspects are covered including procedures in formal andinformal hearings.LGST 398C Social Se c u rity Cases (1)A thorough review of the pertinent Social Security regulations,case law, and procedure for Social Security Disability (SSD) andSupplemental Security Income (SSI) cases to prepare the paralegalto represent individuals at Social Security Administration hearings.Practical aspects, including cross-examining vocationalexperts, analyzing medical records, preparing witness and clientdirect examination and opening statements and closing arguments,and evaluating hypothetical client cases, are covered.LGST 398P Ad m i n i s t r a t i ve Ad vocacy (3)Prerequisite: LGST 201. The fundamentals of preparing and presentinga case at an administrative agency hearing that allows representationby nonattorneys. Topics include gathering, reviewing,and organizing information; reviewing agency files; interviewing,preparing, and examining claimants and witnesses; drafting memorandaof law and opening and closing statements; organizing ahearing notebook; negotiating with the agency; and interpretingand applying agency regulations. Assignments include legalresearch and written analyses. Students may receive credit foronly one of the following courses: LGST 398P or PLGL 398P.LGST 398S Insurance Law (1)An overview of the major concepts of the field of insurance law.Topics include basic principles of insurance (risk, underwriting,and claims); the nature and extent of state regulation under theMcCarren-Ferguson Act; the different legal liabilities associatedwith property, life, and health insurance, as well as reinsurance;theories of insurance litigation; and the problems associated withthe claims process.207

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SLGST 398U Di versity Issues in Di s p u t eResolution (1)A study of the influence of race, ethnicity, gender, nationality, religiosity,and other social group designations on approaches to andcourse of conflict, with focus on legal disputing. Topics includeissues of stereotyping, cultural differences in approaches to conflict,and the impact of bigotry and discrimination on the courseof conflict. Strategies for effectively dealing with these issues inlegal, dispute-resolution, and personal settings are considered.LGST 400 Ad vanced Legal Re s e a rch (3)Prerequisite: LGST 200. An exhaustive study of methods andtechniques for planning and completing a complex legal researchproject. Features and uses of Lexis, Westlaw, and other onlinesources for both primary and secondary legal authority are presented.Assignments include legal research and written analysis.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:LGST 400 or PLGL 400.LGST 401 Ad vanced Legal Writing (3)Prerequisite: LGST 201. A thorough grounding in the principlesand techniques of drafting sophisticated legal memoranda thatparalegals may be called upon to prepare. Kinds of writings thatare covered include complex office and advocacy memoranda, aswell as selected parts of appellate briefs. Assignments include legalresearch. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: LGST 401 or PLGL 401.LGST 411 Consumer Protection Law (3)Prerequisite: LGST 201. A general overview of consumer protectionlaw and the roles of federal, state, and local agencies. Topicsinclude warranties, the regulation of consumer credit, restrictionson advertising, and credit reporting. Assignments include legalresearch and written analysis. Students may receive credit for onlyone of the following courses: LGST 411 or PLGL 411.LGST 415 Intellectual Pro p e rty (3)Prerequisite: LGST 201. An overview of patents, trademarks, andcopyright law. Emphasis is on the role of the paralegal in application,maintenance, research, and litigation processes. Assignmentsinclude legal research and written analysis. Students may receivecredit for only one of the following courses: LGST 415, PLGL398D, or PLGL 415.LGST 420 Immigration Law (3)Pre requisite: LGST 201. An ove rv i ew of the laws, agencies, andp ro c e d u res invo l ved in U.S. immigration law and the role of paralegalsin immigration practice. Topics include sources and administrationof immigration law and re s e a rch and preparation of va r i o u simmigration documents. Assignments include legal re s e a rch andwritten analysis. Students may re c e i ve credit for only one of thef o l l owing courses: LGST 420, PLGL 398F, or PLGL 420.LGST 425 Ad vanced Civil Litigation (3)Prerequisites: LGST 201 and 325. Recommended: LGST 322.A study of the nuts and bolts of paralegal practice in large-casecivil litigation. Topics include discovery and motion practice;pretrial preparation, including the pretrial memorandum; andpreparation of the excerpt of record for the appellate court.Assignments include legal research and written analysis. Studentsmay receive credit for only one of the following courses: LGST425 or PLGL 398N.LGST 431 Gove rnment In f o rmationPractices (3)Prerequisite: LGST 201. An introduction to federal statutes andinterpretive case law governing requirements, exemptions, andprocedures related to the disclosure of information by the federalgovernment. Focus is on the processes, procedures, and writingsfor which a paralegal may be responsible. Assignments includelegal research and written analysis. Students may receive creditfor only one of the following courses: LGST 431, PLGL 331,or PLGL 431.LGST 432 En v i ronmental Law (3)Prerequisite: LGST 201. An exploration of the statutory and regulatorybases of environmental law, for the prospective paralegal.Topics include the role of federal agencies in such undertakingsas controlling various types of pollution, assessing and managingrisk, and regulating toxic substances. Assignments include legalresearch and written and oral analysis. Students may receive creditfor only one of the following courses: LGST 432, PLGL 332,or PLGL 432.LGST 434 Gove rnment Contracts (3)Prerequisites: LGST 201 and 340. An overview of the rules andregulations that must be followed in preparing and executing governmentcontracts for the prospective paralegal. Methods ofacquisition, types of contracts and settlements, modifications,socioeconomic provisions, and disputes and remedies are covered.Assignments include legal research and written analysis. Studentsmay receive credit for only one of the following courses: LGST434 or PLGL 434.208

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SLGST 442 Business Organizations (3)Prerequisite: LGST 201. Recommended: LGST 340. An overviewof the legal aspects of establishing, organizing, developing, andoperating a business enterprise and the processes, procedures, andwritings for which a paralegal may be responsible. Assignmentsinclude legal research and written analysis. Students may receivecredit for only one of the following courses: LGST 442, PLGL342, or PLGL 442.LGST 445 Em p l oyment Law (3)Prerequisite: LGST 201. An overview of federal and state lawsgoverning the employment relationship in the public and privatesectors. Topics include employee protection from discriminationand harassment, employer obligations toward disabled workers,privacy issues, and employment contract matters. Focus is on theknowledge and practical skills required for a paralegal working inthis area. Assignments include legal research and written analysis.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:LGST 445 or PLGL 398O.LGST 450 Ba n k ruptcy Law (3)Prerequisite: LGST 201. A study of the bankruptcy code, therelated rules of procedure, and the role of the paralegal in assistingattorneys in bankruptcy practice. Techniques detailed includehow to identify and gather relevant data and how to draft and fileappropriate documents. Assignments include legal research andwritten analysis. Students may receive credit for only one of thefollowing courses: LGST 450 or PLGL 450.LGST 486A Legal Studies In t e rn s h i pT h rough Co-op (3)Pre requisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (pro g r a mre q u i rements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in legalstudies. At least 12 hours per week must be devoted to new tasksfor a minimum of 180 hours during the Co-op session; four newtasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and the coursere q u i rements must be completed. May be repeated upon approva lof a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasks and objecti ves related to legal studies and that continues to advance applicationof academic theory in the workplace. Students may earn upto 15 semester hours in all internship coursew o rk through Co-opt ow a rd a first bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semester hours tow a rda second bachelor’s degree. Co-op credits may not be used for generaleducation re q u i rements and, unless otherwise specified, nom o re than 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academic majorand minor (combined).LGST 486B Legal Studies In t e rn s h i pT h rough Co-op (6)Pre requisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (pro g r a mre q u i rements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, care e r - related experience in legal studies.At least 20 hours per week must be devoted to new tasks fora total of 300 hours during the Co-op session; five to eight newtasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and the coursere q u i rements must be completed. May be repeated upon approva lof a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasks and obje c t i ves related to legal studies and that continues to advance applicationof academic theory in the workplace. Students may earn upto 15 semester hours in all internship coursew o rk through Co-opt ow a rd a first bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semester hours tow a rda second bachelor’s degree. Co-op credits may not be used for generaleducation re q u i rements and, unless otherwise specified, nom o re than 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academic majorand minor (combined).Library SkillsCourses in library skills (designated LIBS) may be applied toward• the general education requirement in information literacy; and• electives.Degree-seeking students must complete LIBS 150 (or present itsequivalent in transfer) during the first 18 semester hours of enrollmentat UMUC.LIBS 150 In f o rmation Literacy and Re s e a rc hMethods (1)An introduction to the research process and methods for retrievinginformation in a library or through online sources. Developmentof a research topic and the creation of effective strategiesfor finding relevant information are discussed and practiced. Thefollowing information literacy skills are emphasized: understandingthe research process; selecting appropriate print and electronicsources to answer research questions; effectively using Web searchengines and UMUC Information and Library Services’ electronicresources to find information; and evaluating, organizing, andcorrectly citing the information found. Credit for LIBS 150 maynot be earned through challenge exam or portfolio credit. Studentsmay receive credit for only one of the following courses:COMP 111, LIBS 100, or LIBS 150.209

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SMarketingCourses in marketing (designated MRKT) may be applied asappropriate (according to individual program requirements)toward• a major or minor in marketing, business administration,global business and public policy, or management studies;• a certificate in Customer Service Communications, CustomerService Management, or E-Commerce in Small Business; and• electives.A description of the curriculum for the marketing majorand minor begins on p. 77. Descriptions of other managementrelatedcurricula may be found on the following pages: accounting(p. 25), business administration (p. 33), environmental management(p. 50), fire science (p. 55), global business and publicpolicy (p. 61), human resource management (p. 67), andmanagement studies (p. 75).MRKT 310 Ma rketing Principles andOrganization (3)An introduction to the field of marketing, intended to develop ageneral understanding and appreciation of the forces, institutions,and methods involved in marketing a variety of goods and services.Topics include segmentation, target marketing, positioning,developing new products, pricing, distributing and promotinggoods and services, and sales and marketing management. Studentsmay receive credit for only one of the following courses:BMGT 350, MGMT 322, MRKT 310, or TMGT 322.MRKT 314 No n p rofit Ma rketing (3)Prerequisite: MRKT 310. An introduction to key issues innonprofit marketing. Topics include nonprofit marketing issuesrelated to constituencies, planning, products and services, membership,and promotion, as well as association and social marketing.Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: BMGT 398B or MRKT 314.MRKT 318 Ex p l o ring In t e rnet Ma rketing (1)Recommended: MRKT 310. An exploration of various potentialuses and goals of Internet marketing in addition to its obviousrole of inducing sales or generating sales leads. Topics include therole of electronic commerce in the marketing mix, advantages ofusing the Internet as a marketing tool, the ethical and legal constraintsof Internet marketing, and creative strategies for implementingInternet marketing campaigns. Current publications,online computer exercises, and class discussions are used to examinemarketing via the Internet. Students may receive credit foronly one of the following courses: BMGT 398O, BMGT 398R,MGMT 398O, MGMT 398R, or MRKT 318.MRKT 353 Retail Management (3)Prerequisite: MRKT 310. A review of the organization, location,design, layout, management, and policies of retail stores. Topicsinclude retail planning, administration, operational control, customerbehavior, competition, marketing channels, the legal environment,financial planning, merchandise planning and buying,credit policies, pricing, brands, and advertising and promotion.Personal selling, customer service, sales management, strategicplanning, human resource management, training, and informationtechnologies commonly applied in retailing are also examined.Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: BMGT 353 or MRKT 353.MRKT 354 Integrated Ma rk e t i n gCommunications (3)Prerequisite: MRKT 310. An in-depth study of promotionalactivities such as advertising, personal selling, sales promotions,and direct marketing (including use of the Internet). Emphasis ison strategic planning of promotional activities to communicatewith customers to achieve marketing objectives. The relationshipof integrated marketing communications to other elements ofpromotional activities is also explored. Students may receive creditfor only one of the following courses: BMGT 354 or MRKT 354.MRKT 374 Small Business Ma rketing (3)Prerequisite: MRKT 310. An overview of how marketing principlesand theories apply to small businesses and entrepreneurialefforts. Topics include marketing tools and techniques requiredfor start-up businesses, such as new business development, corecompetencies and technologies, marketing research, marketingplanning, relationship marketing, and partnerships with customersand suppliers. Marketing-mix issues specific to small business(such as developing new products and services, selecting sites,choosing distribution channels, establishing pricing policies, anddeveloping and evaluating promotional campaigns) are alsoexplored. Types and sources of marketing information availableto the small-business person are identified. Students may receivecredit for only one of the following courses: MGMT 332or MRKT 374.210

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SMRKT 395 Customer Se rvice Management (3)Prerequisite: BMGT 364. A study of customer services accompanyinga core product and service products themselves. Problemsand issues related to the service mix, service-level decisions, theformulation of service policies, customer service management,the development of customer service staff, training, and evaluationare analyzed. Discussion covers customer information, customersurveys and suggestions, the handling of complaints andadjustments, techniques for dealing with difficult and angry customers,dissemination of information, credit services, maintenance,technical service, and the development of new programs.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:BMGT 395, BMGT 398A, MGMT 395, MGMT 398A, orMRKT 395.MRKT 396 Customer Consultation andNeeds Analysis (3)Prerequisite: MRKT 395. A study of customer consultation andneeds analysis for the front-line supervisor of customer servicepersonnel. Issues such as working with internal staff and externalcustomers to develop effective processes, procedures, and ongoingcommunication are explored. Focus is on establishing and maintaininga high level of customer satisfaction and loyalty. Skills coveredinclude conducting formal and informal needs analysis andrecommending improvements such as training, documentation,job aids, and electronic performance support systems; documentingand securing agreement on requirements and commitments;developing communication and work process flows to ensurequality of service; designing and delivering presentations; andcreating customer satisfaction surveys and suggesting serviceimprovements. Students may receive credit for only one of thefollowing courses: BMGT 388I, BMGT 396, or MRKT 396.MRKT 397 Customer Satisfaction andL oyalty (3)A study of various approaches used for determining the level ofcustomer satisfaction with the products and services of a smallbusiness. Techniques for setting customer-satisfaction goals andputting systems in place to achieve those goals are examined.Students may re c e i ve credit for only one of the following courses:BMGT 397, MGMT 398F, or MRKT 397.MRKT 410 Consumer Behavior (3)Prerequisite: MRKT 310. Recommended: PSYC 100 or PSYC221. An overview of the increasing importance of American consumersin the marketing system and the importance of understandingthem. Discussion covers the foundations of consumerbehavior (such as economic, social, psychological, and culturalfactors). Consumers are analyzed in marketing situations as buyersand users of products and services and in relation to the varioussocial and marketing factors that affect their behavior. The influenceof well-directed communications is also considered. Studentsmay receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT451, CNEC 437, or MRKT 410.MRKT 412 Ma rketing Re s e a rchApplications (3)Prerequisites: STAT 230 (or BMGT 230) and MRKT 310. Astudy of the specialized field of marketing research as it is usedto identify market needs, profile target markets, test promotionalefforts, and measure the effectiveness of marketing plans. Proceduresfor planning survey projects, designing statistical samples,tabulating data, and preparing reports are covered. Emphasis ison managing the marketing research function. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 452or MRKT 412.MRKT 454 Global Ma rketing (3)(Fulfills the international perspective requirement.) Prerequisite:MRKT 310. An in-depth study of marketing principles as theyrelate to the global marketplace. Emphasis is on understandingthe influence of internationalization on the U.S. economy, thecompetitive pressures on the intensifying global markets, and thedevelopment of marketing plans tailored to reach internationaland global markets. Topics include the political, economic, legal,regulatory, and sociocultural trends affecting international marketing;the dynamic environments in which global marketing strategiesare formulated; and the challenge of implementing marketingprograms leading to competitive advantage. Students may receivecredit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 454 orMRKT 454.MRKT 456 Ad ve rtising (3)Prerequisite: MRKT 310. An exploration of the role of advertisingin the American economy. Analysis covers the effects of advertisingon economic and social life; the methods and techniquesthat advertising practitioners use; the role of newspapers, magazines,and other media in developing an advertising campaign;modern methods of research to improve the effectiveness of advertising;and the organization of the advertising business. Studentsmay receive credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT456 or MRKT 456.211

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SMRKT 457 Using We b - Enhanced Ma rk e t i n gTechniques (3)Prerequisite: MRKT 310. An exploration of how the use ofWeb-based computer applications and databases can enhancethe marketing process and create relationships with customers.Topics include the use of the Internet in developing marketingstrategy, conducting market research, and making marketing-mixdecisions. Emphasis is on the Internet as a national and globalmarketing communications tool. Discussion also covers creativeWeb site design techniques to measure advertising effectiveness.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:BMGT 398O, BMGT 398R, MGMT 398O, MGMT 398R,or MRKT 457.MRKT 471 Business Ma rketing (3)Pre requisite: MRKT 310. An examination of the basic mark e t i n gfunctions applied to business and government sectors rather thanindividual consumers. Topics include planning and intro d u c i n gp roducts, analyzing and forecasting markets, developing and usingchannels, pricing and planning promotional strategies, and managinga sales force and business marketing. Students may re c e i ve cre d i tfor only one of the following courses: BMGT 453 or MRKT 471.MRKT 475 Sales Management (3)Pre requisite: MRKT 310. An ove rv i ew of the role of the sales manag e r, both at headquarters and in the field, in managing people,re s o u rces, and functions of marketing. The problems of organizing,f o recasting, planning, communicating, evaluating, and contro l l i n gsales are analyzed. Qu a n t i t a t i ve techniques and pertinent concepts ofbehavioral science are applied to the management of the sales effortand sales force. Students may re c e i ve credit for only one of the following courses: BMGT 455 or MRKT 475.MRKT 486A In t e rnship in Ma rk e t i n gT h rough Co-op (3)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in marketing.At least 12 hours per week must be devoted to new tasks for aminimum of 180 hours during the Co-op session; four new tasksmust be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and the courserequirements must be completed. May be repeated upon approvalof a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasks and objectivesrelated to marketing and that continues to advance applicationof academic theory in the workplace. Students may earn upto 15 semester hours in all internship coursework through Co-optoward a first bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semester hours towarda second bachelor’s degree. Co-op credits may not be used forgeneral education requirements and, unless otherwise specified,no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academic majorand minor (combined).MRKT 486B In t e rnship in Ma rk e t i n gT h rough Co-op (6)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in marketing.At least 20 hours per week must be devoted to new tasks for atotal of 300 hours during the Co-op session; five to eight newtasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and the courserequirements must be completed. May be repeated upon approvalof a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasks and objectivesrelated to marketing and that continues to advance applicationof academic theory in the workplace. Students may earn upto 15 semester hours in all internship coursework through Co-optoward a first bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semester hours towarda second bachelor’s degree. Co-op credits may not be used forgeneral education requirements and, unless otherwise specified,no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academic majorand minor (combined).MRKT 495 Ma rketing Policies andStrategies (3)(To be taken in student’s last 30 semester hours.) Prerequisites:MRKT 310 and one other marketing course. A study of integrativedecision making in marketing, with case studies. The use ofappropriate decision models is stressed, along with the analysis ofconsumers and markets. Students may receive credit for only oneof the following courses: BMGT 457 or MRKT 495.212

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SMathematicsCourses in mathematics (designated MATH) may be appliedas appropriate (according to individual program requirements)toward• the general education requirement in mathematics (with theexception of MATH 009 and 012);• a minor in mathematical sciences;• a major in computer science; and• electives.Students who are planning to major or minor in management,computing, or science-related fields of business administration,computer and information science, or the biological or socialsciences should consider courses from sequence I. Studentswho are planning a major or minor in computer science, mathematicalsciences, or the physical and engineering sciences shouldconsider courses from sequence II. Students in other majors orminors should refer to their chosen curriculum for mathematicsrequirements.Sequence IMATH 009 Introductory AlgebraMATH 012 Intermediate AlgebraMATH 107 College AlgebraMATH 220 Elementary Calculus IMATH 221 Elementary Calculus IIApproved course in statisticsSequence IIMATH 009 Introductory AlgebraMATH 012 Intermediate AlgebraMATH 115* Pre-CalculusMATH 140 Calculus IMATH 141 Calculus IIMATH 240 Introduction to Linear AlgebraMATH 241 Calculus III* or MATH 107–108Degree-seeking students must complete general education requirementsin mathematics (or present the equivalent in transfer) duringtheir first 18 semester hours of enrollment at UMUC.Placement tests are required for enrollment in MATH 012, 105,106, 107, 108, 115, 140, and 220. Students may either consultthe undergraduate Schedule of Classes for times and locations oftests or contact the Testing Center by phone at 800-888-UMUC,ext. 5249, or by e-mail at testingcenter@umuc.edu.Students are expected to own and use scientific calculators in allmathematics and statistics courses.A description of the curriculum for the mathematical sciencesminor begins on p. 79. A description of the computer sciencemajor begins on p. 42.M ATH 009 In t ro d u c t o ry Algebra (3)( Not open to students who have already successfully completed ah i g h e r - l e vel mathematics course. Does not apply tow a rd degre ere q u i rements. Yields institutional credit only.) Pre requisite: MAT H001 or an appropriate result on the placement test. A compre h e n-s i ve re v i ew of fractions, percentages, operations with signed numbers,and geometric formulas. Basic algebraic topics include linearequations and inequalities, exponents, polynomials, and rationale x p ressions. Students may re c e i ve credit for only one of the followingcourses: MATH 009, MATH 009M, or MATH 100.M ATH 012 In t e rmediate Algebra (3)(Not open to students who have already successfully completed ahigher-level mathematics course. Does not apply toward degreerequirements. Yields institutional credit only.) Prerequisite:MATH 009 or an appropriate result on the placement test.A study of problem-solving techniques in intermediate-level algebra.Emphasis is on numbers and algebraic properties, graphingskills, and applications drawn from a variety of areas (such as statistics,computing, and discrete mathematics). Topics includepolynomials; factoring; exponents and their notation; linear,quadratic, and other equations; and inequalities. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: MATH 012,MATH 101, MATH 101M, MATH 102, MATH 102M, MATH199A, or MATH 199M.M ATH 105 Mathematics: ContemporaryTopics and Applications (3)(Not intended for students planning to take MATH 107 orhigher-numbered courses; does not serve as a prerequisite forthese courses.) Prerequisite: MATH 012 or an appropriate resulton the placement test. A survey of contemporary topics in mathematics,covering applications and projects. Topics include pro b l e msolving, sequences and series, financial management, geometry,probability, and statistics.M ATH 106 Finite Mathematics (3)(Not intended for students planning to take MATH 107, highernumberedmathematics courses, or STAT 200.) Prerequisite:MATH 012 or an appropriate result on the placement test. A surveyof selected topics from contemporary mathematics to introducethe student to mathematical thinking, covering applicationsand projects of other disciplines. Topics include problem solving,finance, probability and statistics, linear models, set theory, andlogic. Other topics may include sequences and series, geometry,and game theory.213

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SM ATH 107 College Algebra (3)(The first course in the two-course series MATH 107–108. An alterna t i ve to MATH 115 Pre-Calculus.) Pre requisite: MATH 012 or ana p p ropriate result on the placement test. An introduction to equations,inequalities, and absolute values and a study of functions andtheir pro p e rties, including the development of graphing skills withpolynomial, rational, exponential, and logarithmic functions. Ap p l i -cations are also cove red. Students may re c e i ve credit for only one ofthe following courses: MATH 107 or MATH 115.M ATH 108 Tri g o n o m e t ry and AnalyticalGe o m e t ry (3)(The second course in the two-course series MATH 107–108.An alternative to MATH 115 Pre-Calculus.) Prerequisite: MATH107 or an appropriate result on the placement test. An introductionto trigonometric functions, identities, and equations andtheir applications. Analytical geometry and conic sections arecovered. Additional topics may include matrices, determinants,sequences, and series. Students may receive credit for only oneof the following courses: MATH 108 or MATH 115.M ATH 115 Pre - Calculus (3)(Not open to students who have completed MATH 140 or anycourse for which MATH 140 is a prerequisite.) Prerequisite:MATH 012 or an appropriate result on the placement test.Explication of elementary functions and graphs. Topics includepolynomials, rational functions, and exponential and logarithmicfunctions. Algebraic techniques preparatory for calculus are presented.Students may receive credit for only one of the following:MATH 107–108 or MATH 115.M ATH 140 Calculus I (4)Prerequisite: MATH 108, MATH 115, or an appropriate resulton the placement test. An introduction to calculus. Topics includefunctions, the sketching of graphs of functions, limits, continuity,derivatives and applications of the derivative, definite and indefiniteintegrals, and calculation of area. Students may receive creditfor only one of the following courses: MATH 130, MATH 131,MATH 140, or MATH 220.M ATH 141 Calculus II (4)(A continuation of MATH 140.) Prerequisite: MATH 140. Astudy of integration and functions, with application, and coverageof other topics. Focus is on techniques of integration, improperintegrals, and applications of integration (such as volumes, work,arc length, and moments); inverse, exponential, and logarithmicfunctions; and sequences and series. Students may receive creditfor only one of the following courses: MATH 131, MATH 132,MATH 141, or MATH 221.M ATH 220 El e m e n t a ry Calculus I (3)Prerequisite: MATH 107, MATH 115, or an appropriate resulton the placement test. A presentation of the basic ideas of differentialand integral calculus. Emphasis is on elementary techniquesof differentiation, as well as applications. Students may receivecredit for only one of the following courses: MATH 130, MATH131, MATH 140, or MATH 220.M ATH 240 In t roduction to Linear Algebra (4)Prerequisite: MATH 141. An explanation of the basic concepts oflinear algebra. Topics include vector spaces, applications to lineand plane geometry, linear equations, and matrices, as well aslinear transformations, changes of basis, diagonalization, similarmatrices, Jordan canonical forms, eigenvalues, determinants, andquadratic forms. Students may receive credit for only one of thefollowing courses: MATH 240, MATH 400, or MATH 461.M ATH 241 Calculus III (4)Pre requisite: MATH 141. An introduction to multivariable calculus.Exposition covers vectors and ve c t o r - valued functions; part i a ld e r i va t i ves and applications of partial deriva t i ves (such as tangentplanes and Lagrangian multipliers); multiple integrals; volume; surfacearea; and the classical theorems of Green, Stokes, and Ga u s s .M ATH 246 Di f f e rential Equations (3)Prerequisite: MATH 141. An introduction to the basic methodsof solving differential equations. Separable, exact, and linear differentialequations are addressed. The main techniques consideredinclude undetermined coefficients, series solutions, Laplace transforms,and numerical methods. Students may receive credit onlyonce under this course number.M ATH 301 Concepts of Real Analysis I (3)Pre requisites: MATH 240 and 241. An approach to real analysis.Topics include sequences and series of numbers, continuity and diffe rentiability of re a l - valued functions of one variable, the Riemannintegral, sequences of functions, and power series. Discussion alsoc overs the functions of several variables, including partial derivati ves, multiple integrals, line and surface integrals, and the implicitfunctiontheorem. Students may re c e i ve credit for only one of thef o l l owing courses: MATH 301 or MATH 410.M ATH 381 Operations Re s e a rch (3)Prerequisite: MATH 240. An exploration of linear programmingmodels and applications, simplex algorithms, sensitivity analysis,integer programming, and network flow models.214

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SM ATH 402 Algebraic St ru c t u res (3)Prerequisite: MATH 240. An overview of groups, rings, integraldomains, and fields; detailed study of several groups; and explorationof properties of integers and polynomials. Topics mayinclude an introduction to computer algebra and Boolean algebra.M ATH 450 Logic for Computer Science (3)(Also listed as CMSC 450.) Pre requisites: CMSC 150 and MAT H241. El e m e n t a ry development of propositional logic (including theresolution method) and first-order logic (including He b r a n d’sunsatisfiability theorem). Discussion covers the concepts of tru t hand interpretation; va l i d i t y, prova b i l i t y, and soundness; completenessand incompleteness; and decidability and semidecidability.Students may re c e i ve credit for only one of the following courses:CMSC 450, MATH 444, MATH 445, or MATH 450.M ATH 463 Complex Va riables (3)Prerequisite: MATH 241. A survey of analytic functions, mappingproperties of the elementary functions, the algebra of complexnumbers, and the Cauchy integral formula. Topics include conformalmapping as well as theory of residues and its applicationto evaluation of integrals.M ATH 466 Nu m e rical Analysis (3)Prerequisites: MATH 240 and 241. A study of various methodsof numerical analysis. Topics include solutions of equations inone variable, interpolation and polynomial approximation, andnumerical integration. Discussion also covers direct methods forsolving linear systems and applications to finance and actuarialscience.M ATH 486A In t e rnship in Ma t h e m a t i c sT h rough Co-op (3)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in mathematics.At least 12 hours per week must be devoted to new tasksfor a minimum of 180 hours during the Co-op session; four newtasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and the courserequirements must be completed. May be repeated upon approvalof a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasks and objecti ves related to mathematics and that continues to advance applicationof academic theory in the workplace. Students may earn upto 15 semester hours in all internship coursew o rk through Co-opt ow a rd a first bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semester hours tow a rd asecond bachelor’s degree. Co-op credits may not be used for generaleducation re q u i rements and, unless otherwise specified, no morethan 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academic major andminor (combined).M ATH 486B In t e rnship in Ma t h e m a t i c sT h rough Co-op (6)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in mathematics.At least 20 hours per week must be devoted to new tasksfor a total of 300 hours during the Co-op session; five to eightnew tasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and thecourse requirements must be completed. May be repeated uponapproval of a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasksand objectives related to mathematics and that continues to advanceapplication of academic theory in the workplace. Studentsmay earn up to 15 semester hours in all internship courseworkthrough Co-op toward a first bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semesterhours toward a second bachelor’s degree. Co-op credits maynot be used for general education requirements and, unless otherwisespecified, no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used in theacademic major and minor (combined).MusicCourses in music (designated MUSC) may be applied as appropriate(according to individual program requirements) toward• the general education requirement in the arts and humanities;• a major or minor in humanities; and• electives.A description of the curriculum for the humanities major andminor begins on p. 65.MUSC 130 Su rvey of We s t e rn Mu s i cL i t e r a t u re (3)An introduction to the major historical styles and forms ofWestern classical music. Focus is on selected masterworks, theircomposers and cultural context, and hallmarks of the styles theyrepresent. Works are studied through reading, discussion, andactive listening to recordings and live performances. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: HUMN 130,MUSC 130, or MUSC 131.MUSC 140 Music Fundamentals I (3)An introduction to music theory. Notation, scales, intervals, triads,rhythm, form, and basic aural skills are covered. Studentsmay receive credit for only one of the following courses: HUMN140 or MUSC 140.215

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SMUSC 210 The Impact of Music on Life (3)A study of music as a part of culture. Materials are drawn fromtraditions throughout the world to illustrate issues of historicaland contemporary significance, including the impact of race,class, and gender on the study of music. Students may receivecredit for only one of the following courses: HUMN 211 orMUSC 210.MUSC 436 Jazz: Then and Now (3)An examination of jazz in America during the past 75 years—itsmajor styles and influential artists. Students may receive credit foronly one of the following courses: HUMN 436 or MUSC 436.Natural ScienceCourses in natural science (designated NSCI) may be applied asappropriate (according to individual program requirements)toward• the general education requirement in the biological andphysical sciences;• a minor in natural science; and• electives.A description of the curriculum for the natural science minorbegins on p. 80.NSCI 100 In t roduction to Physical Science (3)( For students not majoring in a science.) Pre requisite: MATH 012or higher. An introduction to the basic principles of physics, chemis t ry, astro n o m y, geology, oceanography, and meteoro l o g y. Di s c u s -sion covers the development of scientific thinking, the scientificmethod, the relationships among the various physical sciences, andthe role of the physical sciences in interpreting the natural world.Students may re c e i ve credit for only one of the following courses:GNSC 100 or NSCI 100.NSCI 101 Physical Science Laboratory (1)(For students not majoring or minoring in a science. Fulfills thelaboratory science requirement only with previous or concurrentcredit for NSCI 100.) Prerequisite: MATH 012 or higher. Alaboratory study of the basic principles of physics and chemistrythat illustrates how they apply to everyday life, as well as to thefields of astronomy, geology, oceanography, and meteorology.Assignments include experiments, observations, and exercises.NSCI 170 Concepts of Me t e o ro l o gy (3)(For students not majoring or minoring in a science.) Prerequisite:MATH 012 or higher. An introduction to the basic principles ofatmospheric science. Topics include the effect of different weatherelements (such as temperature, pressure, winds, and humidity) onweather patterns and climate. Additional topics include weatherphenomena such as El Niño, thunderstorms, tornadoes, and hurricanes,as well as the impact of humans on Earth’s atmosphere(with respect to global warming, pollution, and the depletion ofthe ozone layer). Students may receive credit for only one of thefollowing courses: GNSC 170, GNSC 398D, or NSCI 170.NSCI 171 Laboratory in Me t e o ro l o gy (1)(For students not majoring or minoring in a science. Fulfills thelaboratory science requirement only with previous or concurrentcredit for NSCI 170 or GNSC 170.) Prerequisite: MATH 012 orhigher. Prerequisite or corequisite: NSCI 170. An introduction tothe basic concepts of meteorology. Focus is on the observation,measurement, and analysis of weather data, including the interpretationof weather patterns and conditions found on weathermaps, satellite images, radar imagery, and atmosphere diagrams.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:GNSC 171 or NSCI 171.NSCI 301 Laboratory Organization andManagement (3)(Does not fulfill the general education requirement in the biologicaland physical sciences.) An overview of the day-to-day organizationand management of research and development laboratories.Topics include laboratory operating systems, finances and recordkeeping,communication systems, safety procedures, data management,project planning, problem solving, procurement, personneltraining, and inventory execution and maintenance. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: GNSC 301,MEDT 301, or NSCI 301.NSCI 362 En v i ronmental Change andSustainability (3)(Fulfills the civic responsibility perspective requirement.) A multidisciplinarystudy of the relationship between the global environmentand human adaptations to it. Emphasis is on the conceptof sustainability as it applies to human adaptations and interactionswith the environment. Current scientific research is used toexplore the scientific, social, and global implications of environmentalissues such as global warming, population growth, energyresources, biodiversity, and the genetic modification of organisms.The environment as “global commons” and individual responsibilityin environmental sustainability are stressed. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: BEHS 361,GNSC 361, HUMN 360, NSCI 361, or NSCI 362.216

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SNSCI 398E En v i ronmental Da m a g e :Separating Fact from Fiction (1)An examination of the controversies surrounding current environmentalissues and the underlying evidence. Topics include thedestruction of tropical rainforests; loss of biodiversity; the proliferationof Pfiesteria in waterways; contamination of local communitiesby PCBs, lead, and nuclear waste; chlorination of drinkingwater; the use of pesticides and herbicides on food supplies; globalwarming; and the state of the ozone layer. These topics are alsoconsidered with respect to the history and evolution of the environmentalmovement and environmental regulations. Studentsmay receive credit for only one of the following courses: BEHS361, ENMT 301, GNSC 361, GNSC 398E, HUMN 360,NSCI 361, or NSCI 398E.NSCI 398I Astro b i o l o gy (3)( For students not majoring in a science.) An introduction to planeta ry astronomy with an ove rv i ew of biology, geology, and chemistryrelated to the existence of life on Earth and to speculations thataffect the search for life elsew h e re in the cosmos. Topics include thec h e m i s t ry of comets, space missions to Mars and Eu ropa in searc hof life, the re l e vance of life on Earth in extreme environments (e.g.,deep-sea vents and Antarctica), the assembly of prebiotic aminoacids into DNA, and the possibility of life elsew h e re in the universe.Students may re c e i ve credit for only one of the follow i n gcourses: ASTR 380, GNSC 398I, or NSCI 398I.NSCI 399 Independent Study in Na t u r a lScience (1–6)Prerequisite: 6 credits in upper-level natural science and agreementof faculty member to act as supervisor. Directed independentstudy of topics of special interest not covered by regularlyscheduled courses in natural science. May be repeated to a maximumof 6 credits when topics differ.PhilosophyCourses in philosophy (designated PHIL) may be applied asappropriate (according to individual program requirements)toward• the general education requirement in the arts and humanities;• a major or minor in humanities; and• electives.UMUC offers only a limited number of courses each semester inthis discipline.A description of the curriculum for the humanities major andminor begins on p. 65.PHIL 100 In t roduction to Philosophy (3)An introduction to the literature, problems, and methods of philosop h y. The subject is approached either by studying some of themain figures in philosophic thought or by considering some central,recurring problems of philosophy. Students may re c e i ve credit foronly one of the following courses: HUMN 125 or PHIL 100.PHIL 140 Contemporary Moral Issues (3)(Fulfills the civic responsibility perspective requirement.) Anexploration of how philosophical analysis can be a foundationfor thinking clearly about moral issues. Problems approached analyticallyinclude such widely debated issues as abortion, euthanasia,the death penalty, homosexuality, pornography, re verse discrimination,business ethics, sexual equality, and economic equity. St u -dents may re c e i ve credit for only one of the following courses:HUMN 300 or PHIL 140.PHIL 170 In t roduction to Logic (3)A general introduction to the discipline of logic. Traditional andmodern deductive techniques are demonstrated and used; informalfallacies are clarified. Students may receive credit for only oneof the following courses: HUMN 170 or PHIL 170.PHIL 310 Ancient Philosophy (3)A study of the origins and development of philosophy and sciencein ancient Greece, focusing on the pre-Socratic philosophers,Socrates, Plato, and Aristotle.PHIL 320 Mo d e rn Philosophy (3)A study of major philosophical issues of the 16th, 17th, and 18thcenturies. Writings of such philosophers as Descartes, Newton,Hume, and Kant are explored.217

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SPHIL 340 Making Decisions (3)Analysis of various approaches to making decisions in personal, professional,and public life. The logic of decision making, risk andp ro b a b i l i t y, moral aspects of making decisions, and the standardbiases in judgment are considered. Students may re c e i ve credit foronly one of the following courses: HUMN 345 or PHIL 340.PHIL 342 Moral Problems in Medicine (3)A critical exploration of the dimensions of decisions in healthrelatedcontexts. Readings are drawn from philosophical, medical,and other sources. Students may receive credit for only one of thefollowing courses: HUMN 342 or PHIL 342.PHIL 343 Sexual Morality (3)A critical examination of practical moral issues related to sexualconduct. The resources of moral and social philosophy are usedas texts. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: HUMN 343 or PHIL 343.PHIL 385 Philosophy and Computers (3)Prerequisite: 3 credits in logic or computer science. A presentationof philosophical issues concerning computers, focusing on nonquantitativetreatment of major results in computation theoryregarding absolute limits on computers. Fundamental problemsconcerning computers used as models of human intelligence areexamined. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: HUMN 385, PHIL 308C, or PHIL 385.PhysicsCourses in physics (designated PHYS) may be applied as appropriate(according to individual program requirements) toward• the general education requirement in the biological and physicalsciences;• a minor in natural science; and• electives.A description of the natural science minor begins on p. 80.PHYS 121 Fundamentals of Physics I (4)( For students majoring or minoring in a science; not appropriatefor nonscience students fulfilling general education re q u i re m e n t s .Fulfills the laboratory science re q u i rement. Together with PH Y S122, generally satisfies the minimum re q u i rement of medical anddental schools. The first course in a two-course sequence.) Pre re q -uisite: MATH 108, MATH 115, or knowledge of college-leve lt r i g o n o m e t ry. An exploration of mechanics. Topics include kinematics,force, dynamics, conservation laws, and rotational motion.PHYS 122 Fundamentals of Physics II (4)(For students majoring or minoring in a science; not appropriatefor nonscience students fulfilling general education requirements.Fulfills the laboratory science requirement. Together with PHYS121, generally satisfies the minimum requirement of medical anddental schools. A continuation of PHYS 121.) Prerequisite: PHYS121. An exploration of the fields of heat, sound, electricity, magnetism,optics, and modern physics.PHYS 161 General Physics: Mechanics andPa rticle Dynamics (3)( For students majoring or minoring in a science; not appro p r i a t efor nonscience students fulfilling general education re q u i re m e n t s . )Pre requisite or corequisite: MATH 131 or MATH 141. A study ofthe laws of motion, force, and energy. The principles of mechanics,collisions, linear momentum, rotation, and gravitation are inve s t i-gated. Students may re c e i ve credit for only one of the follow i n gcourses: PHYS 141, PHYS 161, PHYS 171, or PHYS 191.218

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SPHYS 262 General Physics: V i b r a t i o n s ,Wa ves, Heat, El e c t ri c i t y, and Magnetism (4)(For students majoring or minoring in a science; not appropriatefor nonscience students fulfilling general education requirements.Fulfills the laboratory science requirement.) Prerequisite: PHYS161. A rigorous study of general physics. Topics include vibrations,waves, and fluids; heat, kinetic theory, and thermodynamics;and electrostatics, circuits, and magnetism. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: PHYS 142,PHYS 192, PHYS 262, or PHYS 272.PsychologyCourses in psychology (designated PSYC) may be applied asappropriate (according to individual program requirements)toward• the general education requirement in the behavioral and socialsciences;• a major in psychology or social science;• a minor in psychology or forensics;• a certificate in various disciplines; and• electives.A description of the curriculum for the psychology major and minorbegins on p. 81. Descriptions of related curricula may be found onthe following pages: forensics (p. 57) and social science (p. 83).P S YC 100 In t roduction to Ps yc h o l o gy (3)A survey of the basic principles, re s e a rch concepts, and problems inp s ychological science. The biological, cognitive, and social perspecti ves of human thought and behavior are addressed. Topics includen e u roscience, sensation and perception, learning and conditioning,m e m o ry, motivation, language and intelligence, personality andsocial behavior, and psychopathology and therapy. Applications ofp s ychology are also presented. Students may re c e i ve credit for onlyone of the following courses: BEHS 101 or PSYC 100.P S YC 200 In t roduction to Statistical Methodsin Ps yc h o l o gy (3)Prerequisites: PSYC 100 and college algebra (MATH 107 orMATH 115). An introduction to quantitative methods in thebehavioral and social sciences and psychological research. Topicsinclude the measurement of variables, measures of central tendencyand dispersion, correlation, statistical inference and probability,hypothesis testing, t-tests, analysis of variance, and chi-squaretests. Students may receive credit only once under this coursenumber. Students who receive credit for PSYC 200 may notreceive credit for the following courses: BEHS 202, BEHS 302,BMGT 230, ECON 321, GNST 201, MGMT 316, SOCY 201,STAT 100, STAT 200, or STAT 230.P S YC 235 Ps yc h o l o gy of Adjustment (3)Pre requisite: PSYC 100. A study of theory and re s e a rch on the psychologyof personal adjustment in eve ryday life. Emphasis is on selfconcept,emotions, self-control, interpersonal relations, and stre s s .P S YC 301 Biological Basis of Behavior (3)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. Recommended: PSYC 200. An introductionto the anatomical structures and physiological processes thatdetermine behavior. Topics include the acquisition and processingof sensory information, the neural control of movement, and thebiological bases of complex behaviors (such as sleep, learning,memory, sex, language, and addiction), as well as the basic functioningof the nervous system.P S YC 305 Ex p e rimental Methods inPs yc h o l o gy (3)Prerequisites: PSYC 100 and 200. A survey of research methodsin sensory systems, memory and cognition, motivation, development,and personality and social behavior. Statistical and computerapplications are introduced. Opportunities to enhance laboratoryskills and gain experience in the psychological sciences are prov i d e d .P S YC 306 Special Topics in Ps yc h o l o gy (1–3)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. Seminar discussion of topics of currentinterest. Areas explored may extend or augment those covered inmore general topical courses. May be repeated to a maximum of6 credits when topics differ.P S YC 306A APA Writing Style forPs yc h o l o gy (1)Pre requisite: PSYC 100. An introduction to the effective use andapplication of American Ps ychological Association (APA) style forre s e a rch projects, technical papers, and expository writing in thep s ychological and behavioral sciences.219

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SP S YC 306J Humanistic Ps yc h o l o gy (1)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. A presentation of humanistic psychologyand a theoretical orientation characterized by the belief that peopleare capable of change and, when given the opportunity, willdevelop to their fullest potential. The major theorists of thisapproach are presented, and the integration of their work withrelevant research and clinical practice is discussed.P S YC 307 Special Topics in Ps yc h o l o gy :Natural Science Theme (1–3)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. Seminar discussion of topics of currentinterest. Areas explored may extend or augment those covered inmore general topical courses. May be repeated to a maximum of6 credits when topics differ.P S YC 307C Computers and Ps yc h o l o gy (1)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. A broad discussion of the various ways inwhich the fields of computing and psychology intersect. Focus ison the growing field of “cyberpsychology”—the study of howpeople use the Internet to obtain and process information, buildrelationships at a distance, and learn in a virtual environment.Discussion also covers clinical and educational applications ofcomputers, as well as data collection and analysis. Class participationis emphasized.P S YC 307D Im p roving Me m o ry andThinking (1)(Formerly PSYC 309D.) Prerequisite: PSYC 100. A presentationof methods of improving memory and thinking as outcomes ofbasic theory and research. Assignments include workshop activitiesand critical review of relevant research.P S YC 307G Pa r a p s yc h o l o gy (1)Pre requisite: PSYC 100. An introduction to parapsychology andexperimental methods used in that field. Topics include the historyof parapsyc h o l o g y, superstition and science, ESP in the laboratory,evidence for life after death, and reincarnation. Rival explanationsfor phenomena are considered critically.P S YC 307H Sleep and Dreams (1)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. An introduction to the clinical, cultural,and research aspects of sleep and dreams. Topics include historicaland theoretical approaches to sleep and dreams, sleep deprivationand disorders, biological rhythms, typical dreams, and dreaminterpretation.P S YC 307S Ps yc h o l o gy of Humor (1)(Formerly PSYC 309S.) Prerequisite: PSYC 100. A presentationof theory and research on the concept of humor. Topics includepersonality and the development of a sense of humor, as well asthe relationship between humor, health, and psychotherapy.P S YC 307X Substance Abuse: AnIn t roduction (1)(Formerly PSYC 309X.) Prerequisite: PSYC 100. An introductionto the study of drug abuse. Topics include the causes, symptoms,and defenses for substance abuse, as well as prevention and treatment.Review covers biology, personality, life style, and relationshipswith families, peers, and communities. Drug abuse is comparedto other social problems, including self-destructive, highrisk,and sabotaging behavior. How different cultures respondto drug abuse is also addressed. Practice exercises, observations,interviews, and media summaries supplement class discussions.P S YC 308 Special Topics in Ps yc h o l o gy :Social Science Theme (1–3)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. Seminar discussion of topics of currentinterest. Areas explored may extend or augment those covered inmore general topical courses. May be repeated to a maximum of6 credits when topics differ.P S YC 308A Cre a t i ve Problem Solving (1)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. An investigation of psychological theory,research, and practical applications of creative problem solving.Emphasis is on learning successful problem-solving techniques forpersonal growth and job enrichment. Students may receive creditfor only one of the following courses: PSYC 308A or PSYC 309A.P S YC 308B Sexual Prejudice andDi s c rimination (1)(Formerly PSYC 309B.) Prerequisite: PSYC 100. An overviewof psychological and social research and theory, covering variousways in which sexist thought and practice are manifested in society.Topics include foundations of sexism, overt sexism, subtle andcovert sexism, and outcomes and reduction of sexism.P S YC 308E Cu l t i vating Exe c u t i ve Skills (1)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. A presentation of relevant behavioral andmanagerial science theory, research, and real-world applications ofleadership training. Focus is on applied executive skills. Issues ofworkplace diversity, technology, and effective use of humanresources are also covered.220

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SP S YC 308H Ps yc h o l o gy of Mo t i vating Pe o p l eat Wo rk (1)(Formerly PSYC 309H.) Prerequisite: PSYC 100. An examinationof successful strategies for motivating people in work settings.Basic theories of work motivation are covered. Focus is on identifyingmanagerial and personal motivational strategies in organizationsthrough review of relevant research and case studies.P S YC 308J Women Ac ross Cu l t u res (1)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. An exploration of how women respondto the interaction of gender, culture, and ethnicity. Focus is onexamining cultural commonalities and differences in psychologicalissues that women encounter. Problems that affect women as aresult of race, class, or gender and possible solutions are presented.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:PSYC 308J or PSYC 309J.P S YC 308K In t roduction to BlackPs yc h o l o gy (1)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. An introduction to issues and perspectivesin the study of the psychological development of Blackpeople, particularly in America, over the past 100 years. Topicsinclude the Afrocentric and Eurocentric ethos; the nature of Blackpersonality as affected by slavery and racism; psychological assessment,treatment, and counseling techniques; and the relationshipsbetween psychological research and social policy in American andWestern research.P S YC 308N Ps yc h o l o gy of Ex t re m eEn v i ronments (1)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. An exploration of the biological, cognitive,and social factors affecting psychological survival and stressunder extreme or unusual environmental conditions (e.g., thosefound in desert, arctic, underwater, and cybernetic environmentsand in outer space). Emphasis is on applying theory and researchmethodology to relevant issues such as wellness, communication,problem solving, and interpersonal relationships.P S YC 308Q Ps yc h o l o gy of Religion (1)( Formerly PSYC 309Q.) Pre requisite: PSYC 100. An examinationof the relationship of modern psychology and traditional religion infinding meaning in human reality and providing concepts and techniquesfor the ordering of the interior life. Topics include attitudest ow a rd anxiety, issues of guilt, existential trust, the nature of sufferingand evil, and the image of God and the function of belief.P S YC 308S Ps yc h o l o gy of Social Ad vo c a c yand Justice (1)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. An introduction to the history, researchmethods, and real-world applications of advocacy for social justice.Focus is on individual, interpersonal, group, and organizationalfactors in social advocacy. Topics include personal skills,persuasion and attitude change, couples and family advocacy,risk analysis and management, strategic empowerment, and theimpact of advocacy on the legal and mental health professions aswell as on consumerism and peace building. Practical tools ofadvocacy discussed include the media and the arts.P S YC 308T Ps yc h o l o gy of PoliticalBehavior (1)(Formerly PSYC 309T.) Prerequisite: PSYC 100. An overview ofpsychological influences on domestic and international politics.Focus is on analyzing political behavior from a psychological perspective.Topics include what voters look for in a candidate, howthe various media affect elections, how foreign policy is made,and how our perceptions of other nations may be distorted.P S YC 309 Special Topics in Ps yc h o l o gy :Clinical Science Theme (1–3)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. Seminar discussion of topics of currentinterest. Areas explored may extend or augment those covered inmore general topical courses. May be repeated to a maximum of6 credits when topics differ.P S YC 309C Ps yc h o l o gy of Eating Di s o rders (1)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. An introduction to the current researchon eating disorders—anorexia nervosa, bulimia nervosa, and obesity.Topics include adolescent eating behavior, theoretical explanations,factors associated with eating disorders, and the generalmanagement of disorders.P S YC 309F In t roduction to Ad o l e s c e n tPs yc h o p a t h o l o gy (1)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. An exploration of both theoretical andapplied aspects of abnormal adolescent development. Topicsinclude eating disorders, juvenile delinquency, theft, murder,depression, and suicide. An overview of key elements in the clinicaldiagnosis of adolescent psychopathology is also presented.221

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SP S YC 309H Ps ychological Consequences ofWar and Violent Conf lict (1)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. A study of the effects of war on variousgroups of vulnerable people using a case example. Theoreticalbases and issues are emphasized in order to better understand thedevelopment of disorders, the expression of these disorders, andtreatment and rehabilitation.P S YC 309I In t roduction to Ps ychoanalysis (1)(Not a course in psychotherapy.) Prerequisite: PSYC 100. A studyof psychoanalysis as a means to illuminate healthy and unhealthyhuman behaviors, especially in interpersonal relationships. Thegoal is to gain a basic understanding and appreciation of psychoanalytictheory. Readings and exercises are designed to encouragethe application of analytical theory to personal situations.P S YC 309K Managing Interpersonal St re s sand Conflict (1)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. An exploration of the nature and causesof stress and techniques for its management. Discussion coverspsychological processes that cause interpersonal conflict and thosethat can bring about its reduction, as well as interpersonal andgroup factors, such as cooperation and negotiation.P S YC 309L Traumatic St ress Di s o rder (1)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. A presentation of the causes, symptoms,diagnosis, and treatment of individuals suffering from traumaticstress disorders. Biological, environmental, and developmentalperspectives are considered. Relevant activities and real-worldapplications supplement study.P S YC 309O Interpersonal and Fa m i l yCounseling (1)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. An overview of counseling approachesand techniques. Focus is on compiling rules and suggestions foreffective counseling and understanding the differences betweencounseling, therapy, and friendship through a case-study analysis.Exposure to role playing and alternative counseling approaches isprovided. The analysis of personality and interpersonal dynamicsand various methods of coping with culturally diverse counselingsituations are also addressed.P S YC 309P Multicultural Ps ychotherapy (1)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. An exploration of the impact of race,ethnicity, religion, and other cultural differences on the practiceof sensitive and effective psychotherapy. Topics include communication,family structure, values, and motivation. The interrelationshipof culture, clinical assessment, and diagnosis is alsoconsidered. Students may receive credit only once for this course.P S YC 309W Professional Ps yc h o l o gy (1)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. An overview of the profession of psychology.A panel of psychologists present lessons learned in teaching,research, therapy, and organizational consulting. Career goals andaspirations are also addressed.P S YC 309X Ethics in Mental Health andPs ychological Treatment (1)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. A general introduction to ethical considerationsin the diagnosis and treatment of psychologicallyimpaired persons. Topics include confidentiality, dual relationships,credentialing, recordkeeping, informed consent, andlegal concerns.P S YC 309Y In t roduction to Hypnosis (1)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. An introduction to some of the basicconcepts and principles of hypnosis for psychological practice.The relationship between hypnosis and systematic desensitizationand their respective roles in affecting human behavior are examined.Therapeutic uses of hypnosis and practical exercises in theuse of self-hypnosis are also explored.P S YC 310 Pe rception (3)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. Recommended: PSYC 200 and 305. Asurvey of phenomena and theories of perception. Topics includethe psychological, anatomical, physiological, and environmentalfactors important in determining how humans perceive the world.Historical background and contemporary research are examined.P S YC 315 Mo t i vation (3)Prerequisites: PSYC 100 and 301. Recommended: PSYC 200 and305. A study of the interaction of physiological, neurological, andpharmacological aspects of motivation with environmental influencessuch as culture, learning, and social dynamics. Relevantissues (such as aggression, sex, achievement, and cognition) arediscussed.222

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SP S YC 321 Social Ps yc h o l o gy (3)(Formerly PSYC 221.) Prerequisite: PSYC 100. An examinationof the influence of social factors on individual and interpersonalbehavior. Topics include conformity, attitudinal change, personalperception, interpersonal attraction, and group behavior. Studentsmay receive credit for only one of the following courses: BEHS221, BEHS 421, BEHS 450, PSYC 221, or PSYC 321.P S YC 332 Ps yc h o l o gy of Human Sexuality (3)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. A survey of historical and contemporarypsychological views on a wide variety of sexual behaviors. Topicsinclude theory and research on the interrelationship of life-spanpsychological development, psychological functioning, interpersonalprocesses, and sexual behaviors. Political and social issuesinvolved in current sexual norms and practices are also discussed.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:BEHS 363, HLTH 377, or PSYC 332.P S YC 334 Ps yc h o l o gy of In t e r p e r s o n a lRelationships (3)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. Recommended: PSYC 200 and 305. Astudy of research and theory on the development, maintenance,and dissolution of human relationships, followed by considerationof practical applications. Topics include processes critical to successfulrelating (such as communication, bargaining, and resolutionof conflict). Focus is also on issues that are specific to troubleddyadic relations of equal partners (such as jealousy, spousalabuse, and divorce).P S YC 335 Ps yc h o l o gy of Men (3)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. A survey of the biology, life-span development,socialization, personality attributes, mental health factors,and special problems of men.P S YC 336 Ps yc h o l o gy of Women (3)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. A survey of the biology, life-span development,socialization, personality attributes, mental health factors,and special problems of women.P S YC 337 Community Ps yc h o l o gy (3)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. A survey and critical examination of theinterrelationship of environmental factors and variations in individualfunctioning. The effects of social process and social structureon the mental health of individuals in community life areevaluated. Discussion covers both theoretical models and othertopics in community psychology.P S YC 339 Educational Ps yc h o l o gy (3)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. An overview of educational psychologyfocusing on processes of learning. Discussion covers measurementof differences between individuals (in intelligence, styles of thinking,understanding, attitudes, ability to learn, motivation, emotions,problem solving, and communication of knowledge) andthe significance of those differences. Problems in the field areintroduced and outlined. Examination of research in educationalpsychology supplements study. Students may receive credit foronly one of the following courses: EDHD 460, PSYC 309J,or PSYC 339.P S YC 341 In t roduction to Me m o ry andCognition (3)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. Recommended: PSYC 200 and 305. Anintroduction to basic models, methods of research, and findingsin the fields of memory, problem solving, and language. Applicationsas well as theory are explored.P S YC 342 Ps yc h o l o gy of Aggression (3)Prerequisites: PSYC 100 and 221. Recommended: PSYC 305. Anexploration of the psychology of aggression. Topics include theoriesof violence and aggression, the classification, treatment, andmodification of antisocial behavior, and the development of conscienceand prosocial behavior.P S YC 345 Group Dynamics (3)Prerequisites: PSYC 100 and 221. Recommended: PSYC 200 and305. An analysis and exploration of psychological forces in smallgroupbehavior. Issues of growth, conflict, and successful performanceare considered. Emphasis is on the application of rigorousscientific theory and research to the impact group dynamics haveon real organizational and community problems. Topics includegroup development, team building, sports psychology, multiculturalinfluence, social advocacy, and leadership. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: PSYC 309A,PSYC 345, or SOCY 447.P S YC 353 Adult Ps yc h o p a t h o l o gy (3)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. Recommended: PSYC 200 and 305. Anexamination of mental disorders among adults. Topics include theidentification and diagnosis of specific disorders as well as theiretiology and treatment. Students may receive credit for only oneof the following courses: PSYC 331, PSYC 353, or PSYC 431.223

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SP S YC 354 Cro s s - Cultural Ps yc h o l o gy (3)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. Recommended: PSYC 200 and 305. Anexploration of cultural components of theory and research in thefields of personality, social psychology, and community psychology.The interplay of individual, ethnic, and cultural factors in psychosocialgrowth and well-being, as well as in cross-cultural andcross-ethnic communication, is stressed. Counseling and psychotherapeuticinteractions are discussed.P S YC 355 Child Ps yc h o l o gy (3)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. Recommended: PSYC 200 and 305. Asurvey of research and theory focusing on psychological development,from conception through childhood. Physiological, conceptual,and behavioral changes are addressed, with attention tothe social and biological context in which individuals develop.Students may receive credit for only one of the following courses:PSYC 333, PSYC 355, or PSYC 433.P S YC 356 Ps yc h o l o gy of Adolescence (3)Prerequisites: PSYC 100 and 355. Recommended: PSYC 200and 305. A description of adolescent development according toresearch and theory. The physiological, intellectual, and socialchanges of the teen years are viewed as interrelated, and the systemsdealing with those changes are examined.P S YC 357 Ps yc h o l o gy of Adulthood andAging (3)Pre requisite: PSYC 100. Recommended: PSYC 200 and 305. Anove rv i ew of the development of physiological, intellectual, andinterpersonal social functioning from early adulthood throughthe aging years. The dual theme is that of stability and change.Discussion covers theory and re s e a rch, and their implications.P S YC 361 Su rvey of In d u s t rial andOrganizational Ps yc h o l o gy (3)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. Recommended: PSYC 200 and 305. Ageneral survey of the field of industrial/organizational psychology.Topics include entry into the organization (recruitment, selection,training, socialization); organizational psychology (motivation,attitudes, leadership); and productivity in the workplace (qualityof work, performance appraisals, absenteeism, turnover). The rolethat the larger environment plays in influencing behavior and attitudeson the job is also considered.P S YC 370 Foundations of Fo re n s i c sPs yc h o l o gy (3)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. Recommended: PSYC 200 and 305. Asurvey of psychological research and theory related to behavior inthe criminal trial process. Topics include jury selection, criminalprofiling, eyewitness testimony, prediction of violent behavior,and mental competency of the accused.P S YC 385 Health Ps yc h o l o gy (3)Prerequisites: PSYC 100. Recommended: PSYC 305 and eitherPSYC 337 or PSYC 353. A study of psychological principlesapplied to the promotion and maintenance of health, the preventionand treatment of illness, and changing public opinion abouthealth-related matters. Behavioral components of health risk factorsand improvement of the health care system are addressed.P S YC 386 Ps yc h o l o gy of St ress (3)Pre requisite: PSYC 100. An examination of the forces that defineand determine the stress response. St ress is studied as the product ofthe interactions of one’s social stru c t u re, occupational status, andp s ychological and physiological levels of well-being. The psyc h o l o g-ical perspective is brought to bear on the stresses produced by workorganizations, political climate, definitions of achievement, socioeconomicpre s s u res, and the conflicts of those circumstances withethical and moral values. Practical applications discussed includethe constru c t i ve use of stress management techniques and the re l a-tionship between stress and illness. Students may re c e i ve creditfor only one of the following courses: BEHS 463, HLTH 285,or PSYC 386.P S YC 391 In t roduction toNe u ro p s yc h o l o gy (3)Prerequisites: PSYC 100 and 200 and either PSYC 301 or PSYC305. An examination of how the human brain governs and influencescognition, language, memory, and emotion. Principles ofthe organization of the brain and the interaction of the brain andbehavior are presented. Clinical, developmental, and experimentalfactors in psychological assessment of disorders are also considered.Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: PSYC 307A or PSYC 391.P S YC 402 Physiological Ps yc h o l o gy (3)Prerequisites: PSYC 100 and 301. Recommended: PSYC 200and 305. An introduction to research on the physiological basisof human behavior. Sensory phenomena, motor coordination,emotion, drives, and the neurological processes of learning arecovered.224

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SP S YC 403 Animal Behavior (3)Prerequisites: PSYC 100 and 301. Recommended: PSYC 200and 305. An inquiry into social interactions, learning, sensoryprocesses, motivations, and other aspects of animal behavior.Study explores experimental methods. Emphasis is on the behaviorof mammals.P S YC 405 Principles of Be h a v i o rModification (3)Pre requisite: PSYC 100. Recommended: PSYC 200 and 305. Are v i ew of various features of human behavior. Literature on theoryand re s e a rch is evaluated in the application of operant and re s p o n-dent conditioning principles. Analysis covers approaches to behavioralproblems in school, home, and professional settings.P S YC 415 Hi s t o ry of Ps yc h o l o gy (3)Prerequisites: PSYC 100 and two upper-level psychology courses.A study of the origins of psychology in philosophy and biologyand the development of psychology as a science in the 19th and20th centuries. Current theoretical perspectives and experimentsare considered in relation to the enduring problems of psychology,as well as the roles of culture, science, and technology in thedevelopment of psychological ideas.P S YC 424 Communication and Persuasion (3)Prerequisites: PSYC 100 and 221. Recommended: PSYC 200 and305. A study of the effect of social communication on behaviorand attitudes. Theory and research concerning social influenceand change of attitude are examined.P S YC 432 In t roduction to CounselingPs yc h o l o gy (3)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. A survey and critical analysis of researchand intervention strategies developed and used by counseling psychologists.Historical as well as current trends in content andmethodology are examined.P S YC 435 Personality T h e o ries (3)Pre requisite: PSYC 100. A study of major theories and perspective son personality, including trait, psychodynamic, behavioristic, andhumanistic theories. Methods of personality re s e a rch and re l e va n tfindings are also introduced and applied to real-world settings.P S YC 436 In t roduction to ClinicalPs yc h o l o gy (3)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. A survey of diagnostic and therapeuticstrategies employed by clinical psychologists. The scientistpractitionermodel is emphasized through the critical analysisof theories and empirical research that provide the foundationfor determining effective treatments of mental disorders.P S YC 441 Ps yc h o l o gy of Human Learning (3)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. Recommended: PSYC 200 and PSYC305. A review and analysis of the major phenomena and theoriesof human learning. Conditioning, the application of behavioranalysis to real-world problems, and laboratory techniques inlearning research are also presented.P S YC 442 Ps yc h o l o gy of Language (3)Prerequisites: PSYC 100 and 341. Recommended: PSYC 200 and305. An introductory survey of psycholinguistic research, theory,and methodology. Emphasis is on the contribution of linguistictheory to the psychological study of linguistic behavior and cognition.Linguistic theory and the psychological studies of syntax andsemantics are presented. Topics include the biological basis of thegrammars of language and speech, phonetics and phonologicalperformance, and the perception and production of speech.Analysis covers the role of language as part of cognitive developmentand the relation of language comprehension to thought.P S YC 443 Thinking and Problem Solving (3)Prerequisites: PSYC 100 and 341. Recommended: PSYC 200 and305. A survey of topics in the psychology of thinking and problemsolving. Current theories, data, and research on methods ofproblem solving are studied in light of the historical developmentof this field. Major concepts of inquiry include formal problemsolvingtheory, computer models of thinking and human pro b l e m -solving behavior, and strategies for sharpening thinking processesand making problem-solving behaviors more effective.P S YC 446 Death and Dying (3)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. Recommended: PSYC 357, PSYC 432,or PSYC 436. An exploration of the psychological effects of deathand dying on human behavior. Death-related variables are identifiedand evaluated as to their contributions to the development ofindividual differences across the life span. Topics include currentresearch and clinical findings on anxiety, depression, guilt, conflict,and defense mechanisms, as well as death education andbereavement counseling. Students may receive credit only onceunder this course title.225

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SP S YC 451 Principles of Ps ychologicalTesting (3)Pre requisites: PSYC 100 and 200. Recommended: PSYC 305. Anexamination of basic concepts and theories of psychological assessment,including test development. Social, legal, cultural, and ethicalconsiderations in psychological testing are also discussed.P S YC 462 The Ps yc h o l o gy of Ad ve rtising (3)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. Recommended: PSYC 361. An analysisof advertising in terms of psychological theories and observationsof consumer behavior. The information and fundamental insightspresented regarding advertising provide understanding of consumermotivation. The analysis of the purchase process includesenvironmental variables, the individual determinants of behavior,and the consumer’s decision process. General theoretical principlesin psychology are applied to the processes of identifying a targetpopulation and developing and evaluating an advertising plan,as well as determining the effectiveness of advertising. Studentsmay receive credit for only one of the following courses: BEHS462 or PSYC 462.P S YC 463 Ps yc h o l o gy of Mo t i vation andAttitudes in Organizations (3)Pre requisites: PSYC 100 and 361. Recommended: PSYC 200. Astudy of theories, re s e a rch and practice re g a rding the assessment,understanding, and prediction of motivation at work. Focus ison theories and the assessment and consequences of various work -related attitudes. T h e o ry, re s e a rch, and practice are integrated.P S YC 464 Ps yc h o l o gy of Leaders in Wo rkOrganizations (3)Pre requisites: PSYC 100 and 361. Recommended: PSYC 200 and305. A study of the psychological assumptions and implicationsof various theories of management and leadership. The challengesexamined include selecting and training workers, developing worker s’ careers, changing the behavior of managers, and influencingorganizational processes. The ways managers’ behavior is affected bythe larger environment, the nature of the product or service, andthe organizational stru c t u re are also considere d .P S YC 466 En v i ronmental and Ec o l o g i c a lPs yc h o l o gy (3)Prerequisite: PSYC 100. Recommended: PSYC 200 and 305. Anexamination of the measurement, description, and impact of thephysical environments that affect various aspects of cognition andsocial behavior in school, at work, and at leisure. Topics includeresponses to environmental stress and catastrophes, personal andspace territoriality, urban living, and psychological solutions toeveryday environmental problems.P S YC 478 Independent Study inPs yc h o l o gy (1–3)Prerequisite: Written consent of faculty member and 12 credits inpsychology with at least a 3.0 average. Integrated reading, underd i rection, leading to the preparation of an adequately documentedreport on a special topic.P S YC 486A Ps yc h o l o gy Field Ex p e ri e n c eT h rough Co-op (3)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in psychology.At least 12 hours per week must be devoted to new tasks fora minimum of 180 hours during the Co-op session; four newtasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and the courserequirements must be completed. May be repeated upon approvalof a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasks and objectivesrelated to psychology and that continues to advance applicationof academic theory in the workplace. Students may earn upto 15 semester hours in all internship coursework through Co-optoward a first bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semester hours towarda second bachelor’s degree. Co-op credits may not be used forgeneral education requirements and, unless otherwise specified,no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academic majorand minor (combined).P S YC 486B Ps yc h o l o gy Field Ex p e ri e n c eT h rough Co-op (6)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in psychology.At least 20 hours per week must be devoted to new tasks fora total of 300 hours during the Co-op session; five to eight newtasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and the courserequirements must be completed. May be repeated upon approvalof a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasks and objectivesrelated to psychology and that continues to advance applicationof academic theory in the workplace. Students may earn upto 15 semester hours in all internship coursework through Co-optoward a first bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semester hours towarda second bachelor’s degree. Co-op credits may not be used forgeneral education requirements and, unless otherwise specified,no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academic majorand minor (combined).226

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SSociologyCourses in sociology (designated SOCY) may be applied asappropriate (according to individual program requirements)toward• the general education requirement in the behavioral andsocial sciences;• a minor in sociology or forensics;• a major in social science; and• electives.A description of the curriculum for the sociology minor beginson p. 85. Descriptions of related curricula may be found on thefollowing pages: forensics (p. 57) and social science (p. 83).SOCY 100 In t roduction to So c i o l o gy (3)An introduction to the fundamental concepts and principles ofsociology. Topics include the study of cultures, patterns of socialvalues, social institutions, stratification, and social change. Studentsmay receive credit for only one of the following courses:BEHS 102 or SOCY 100.SOCY 227 In t roduction to the Studyof Deviance (3)An introduction to the sociological study of deviant behavior.Topics include mental illness, sexual deviance, and the use ofdrugs. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: SOCY 227 or SOCY 327.SOCY 243 So c i o l o gy of Ma r riage andFamily (3)A study of demographic trends in family and marriage, includingchildbearing and divorce, sociological theories of mate selection,marital interaction, and marital dissolution. Contemporary controversialissues, such as the relationship of unmarried couples,alternative marriage forms, abortion, and violence in the family,are discussed. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: SOCY 243 or SOCY 343.SOCY 300 American Society (3)A survey of the social structure and organization of Americansociety, with special reference to recent social changes. The character,structure, values, and ideology of American social movementsare examined from a sociological perspective. Topics includeurban demographic changes and other population trends, as wellas changes in the conduct of work, family life, and recreation.SOCY 312 Family Demography (3)Pre requisite: SOCY 100 or SOCY 243. A study of the family andpopulation dynamics. Discussion covers issues of fertility (such asteenage pre g n a n c y, the timing of parenthood, and the determinantsand consequences of family size) as they relate to family behavior(such as marital patterns, the use of child-care options, and the re l a-tionship between work and the family). Issues of policy as related todemographic changes in the family are also considere d .SOCY 313 The Individual and Society (3)Prerequisite: SOCY 100. An examination of changing conceptsof the interaction between the individual and society. Analysisemploys the framework of classical functional, conflict, and socialc o n s t ructivist theories, as well as considering the context of rapidlychanging communication technology and globalization. Topicsinclude the construction of social order; the role of trust in socialinteraction; and work, power, social organization, and the socialself. Selected readings are taken from the sociologies of work, gender,postmodernism, globalization, and human rights. Persistentsocial problems, such as poverty and social inequality, are analyzed.Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: BEHS 312, SOCY 311, or SOCY 313.SOCY 325 The So c i o l o gy of Gender (3)Prerequisite: SOCY 100. An inquiry into the institutional basesof gender roles and gender inequality, cultural perspectives ongender, gender socialization, feminism, and gender-role change.Emphasis is on contemporary American society.SOCY 331 Wo rk, Bu reaucracy and In d u s t ry (3)Pre requisite: SOCY 100. A sociological approach to the world ofw o rk. Occupational careers and personal experiences in the bure a u-cratic organizations of modern industrial society are inve s t i g a t e d .SOCY 335 So c i o l o gy of Violence (3)Prerequisite: SOCY 100. An examination of collective domesticconflict and an evaluation of the sociological theories that explainwhy such conflict occurs. Topics include ethnic conflict, colonialinsurrections, terrorism, coups d’état, and revolution.SOCY 398 Special Topics in So c i o l o gy (3)Prerequisite: SOCY 100. A study of topics of special interest.227

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SSOCY 403 In t e rmediate SociologicalT h e o ry (3)Prerequisite: SOCY 100. A study of major theoretical approachesto sociology, including functionalism, conflict, and symbolicinteractionism. Original works of major theorists are examinedin historical perspective.SOCY 410 Social Demography (3)Prerequisite: SOCY 100. A study of social demography. Topicsinclude types of demographic analysis, demographic data, populationcharacteristics, migration, mortality, fertility, population theories,world population growth, and population policy.SOCY 423 Ethnic Mi n o rities (3)Prerequisite: SOCY 100. An exposition of basic social processesin the relations of ethnic groups, immigrant groups, AfricanAmericans, and Native Americans in the United States and ofethnic minorities in Europe.SOCY 424 So c i o l o gy of Race Relations (3)Pre requisite: SOCY 100. An analysis of race-related issues, focusingmainly on American society. Topics include the historical emergence,development, and institutionalization of racism; the effectsof racism on its victims; and conflicts that are racially based.SOCY 425 Gender Roles and So c i a lInstitutions (3)Prerequisite: SOCY 100. An investigation of the relationshipbetween gender roles and the structure of social institutions (suchas the economy, the family, the political system, religion, and education).Discussion covers the incorporation of gender roles intosocial institutions, perpetuation or transformation of gender rolesby social institutions, and ways that changes in gender roles affectsocial institutions.SOCY 426 So c i o l o gy of Religion (3)A survey of the varieties and origins of religious experience andreligious institutions. The role of religion in social life is explored.SOCY 427 Deviant Behavior (3)Prerequisite: SOCY 100. An exploration of current theories of thegenesis and distribution of deviant behavior. Topics include definitionsof deviance, implications for a general theory of deviantbehavior, labeling theory, and secondary deviance.SOCY 430 Social St ru c t u re and Identity (3)A study of theoretical issues in social psychology, focusing onsocial construction of identity. Identity formation and transformationin social processes and structural and cultural dimensions ofsocial identity are covered.SOCY 432 Social Movements (3)Prerequisite: SOCY 100. An examination of movements thatseek change in the social and political structure of society. Topicsinclude the origins, tactics, organization, recruitment, and successof such movements. Case studies feature movements in the areasof labor, civil rights, feminism, the environment, student andneighborhood activism, and gay rights.SOCY 433 Social Control (3)Prerequisite: SOCY 100. A study of forms, mechanisms, andtechniques of group influence on human behavior. Problemsof social control in contemporary society are examined.SOCY 434 So c i o l o gy of Personality (3)Prerequisite: SOCY 100 or SOCY 105. A study of the developmentof human nature and personality in contemporary sociallife. Topics include processes of socialization, attitudes, individualdifferences, and social behavior. Students may receive credit onlyonce under this course title.SOCY 441 Social Stratification andInequality (3)Prerequisite: SOCY 100. A sociological study of social class, status,and power. Topics include theories of stratification, correlatesof social position, functions and dysfunctions of social inequality,status inconsistency, and social mobility.SOCY 443 The Family and Society (3)Prerequisite: SOCY 100. An examination of the family as asocial institution. Its biological and cultural foundation; its historicdevelopment, changing structure, and function; the interactionof marriage and parenthood; and the disorganizing andreorganizing factors in current trends are explored.SOCY 461 In d u s t rial So c i o l o gy (3)A study of the sociology of human relations in American industryand business. Topics include complex industrial and businessorganizations as social systems and social relationships within andbetween industry, business, community, and society. Students mayreceive credit only once under this course title.228

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SSOCY 462 Women in the Mi l i t a ry (3)A cross-national analysis of past, present, and future trends inwomen’s roles in the military. Topics include the effects onwomen’s roles in the armed forces by cultural forces, nationalsecurity, technological changes, demographic patterns, occupationalstructures, labor shortages, and considerations of efficiencyand rationality.SOCY 464 Mi l i t a ry So c i o l o gy (3)Prerequisite: SOCY 100. An overview of social change and itseffects on the growth of military institutions. Topics include thestructure of complex formal military organizations, the sociologyof military life as a distinct cultural ethos, and the interrelationshipsof military institutions, civilian communities, and society.Military service is evaluated as an occupation or a profession.SOCY 466 So c i o l o gy of Politics (3)Prerequisite: SOCY 100. An introduction to the sociology ofpolitical phenomena, involving the basic concepts and major findingsin the field. Topics include the relationship of the polity toother institutional orders of society and the relationship of politicalactivity in America to the theory of democracy.SOCY 473 The City (3)Prerequisite: SOCY 100. A study of the rise of urban civilizationand metropolitan regions. Topics include ecological process andstructure, the city as a center of dominance, social problems,control, and planning.SOCY 486A In t e rnship in So c i o l o gyT h rough Co-op (3)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in sociology.At least 12 hours per week must be devoted to new tasks for aminimum of 180 hours during the Co-op session; four new tasksmust be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and the courserequirements must be completed. May be repeated upon approvalof a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasks and objectivesrelated to sociology and that continues to advance applicationof academic theory in the workplace. Students may earn upto 15 semester hours in all internship coursework through Co-optoward a first bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semester hours towarda second bachelor’s degree. Co-op credits may not be used forgeneral education requirements and, unless otherwise specified,no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academic majorand minor (combined).SOCY 486B In t e rnship in So c i o l o gyT h rough Co-op (6)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in sociology.At least 20 hours per week must be devoted to new tasks for atotal of 300 hours during the Co-op session; five to eight newtasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and the courserequirements must be completed. May be repeated upon approvalof a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasks and objectivesrelated to sociology and that continues to advance applicationof academic theory in the workplace. Students may earnup to 15 semester hours in all internship coursework throughCo-op toward a first bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semester hourstoward a second bachelor’s degree. Co-op credits may not be usedfor general education requirements and, unless otherwise specified,no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academicmajor and minor (combined).SOCY 498I Applied So c i o l o gy (3)A practical application of the concepts, skills, and tools of sociologyto analyze problems facing a variety of clients and organizations,including business, government, religion, and communityagencies and groups. Sociological perspective and tools are used toidentify, investigate, and actively seek solutions to issues of structure,process, and social change. Assignments include advancedreading and research.SOCY 498Q In t e rcultural So c i o l o gy (3)A study of social structures and cultural values comparing andcontrasting societies that hunt and gather, those that garden andfarm, and those that rely upon industrial production. The developmentof fully industrialized societies and countries (such asKorea and Brazil) that are still undergoing industrialization arecompared. Assignments include advanced reading and research.229

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SSpanishCourses in Spanish (designated SPAN) may be applied as appropriate(according to individual program requirements) toward• the general education requirement in the arts and humanitiesand for international perspective coursework;• a major or minor in humanities;• a certificate in Workplace Spanish; and• electives.UMUC offers a limited number of foreign language courses eachsemester.A description of the curriculum for the humanities major andminor begins on p. 65.S PAN 111 El e m e n t a ry Spanish I (3)(Fulfills the international perspective requirement.) A basic foundationin listening, speaking, reading, and writing in Spanish.Spanish culture, history, current events, and geography providethe context for instruction in grammatical structures, vocabulary,pronunciation, and writing. Focus is on acquiring the skills necessaryto communicate with native Spanish speakers orally and inwriting at an elementary level. Students may receive credit foronly one of the following courses: SPAN 101 or SPAN 111.S PAN 112 El e m e n t a ry Spanish II (3)(Fulfills the international perspective requirement.) Prerequisite:SPAN 111. A continuation of the development of basic skills inlistening, speaking, reading, and writing in Spanish. Spanish culture,history, current events, and geography provide the contextfor instruction in grammatical structures, vocabulary, pronunciation,and writing. Focus is on acquiring the skills necessary tocommunicate with native Spanish speakers orally and in writingat an advanced elementary level. Much of the class is conductedin Spanish. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: SPAN 102 or SPAN 112.S PAN 201 In t e rmediate Spanish (4)(Fulfills the international perspective requirement.) Prerequisite:SPAN 102. Continued study of the functions and structures ofthe Spanish language. Focus is on developing working proficiencyin the four skills (listening, speaking, reading, and writing) usingauthentic text from native speakers. Practice is provided in findingand communicating information, especially in workplace situations.Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: SPAN 201, SPAN 203, or SPAN 211.S PAN 318 Commercial and Wo rk p l a c eSpanish (4)(Fulfills the international perspective requirement.) Prerequisite:SPAN 201 or equivalent Spanish proficiency. A study of businessterminology, vocabulary, formats, and practices. Emphasis is oneveryday spoken and written workplace Spanish, using authentictext from native speakers. Written and oral practice is provided infinding and communicating information, especially on commercialtopics in business and other workplace situations. Assignmentsinclude a project involving specific vocabulary, forms ofprofessional communication, and cultural protocols relevant tothe student’s workplace or major. Students may receive credit foronly one of the following courses: SPAN 315 or SPAN 318.S PAN 486A In t e rnship in SpanishT h rough Co-op (3)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in Spanish.At least 12 hours per week must be devoted to new tasks for aminimum of 180 hours during the Co-op session; four new tasksmust be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and the coursere q u i rements must be completed. May be repeated upon approva lof a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasks and objecti ves related to Spanish and that continues to advance applicationof academic theory in the workplace. Students may earn up to15 semester hours in all internship coursework through Co-optoward a first bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semester hours towarda second bachelor’s degree. Co-op credits may not be used forgeneral education requirements and, unless otherwise specified,no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academic majorand minor (combined).S PAN 486B In t e rnship in Spanish T h ro u g hCo-op (6)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in Spanish.At least 20 hours per week must be devoted to new tasks for atotal of 300 hours during the Co-op session; five to eight newtasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and the courserequirements must be completed. May be repeated upon approvalof a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasks and objectivesrelated to Spanish and that continues to advance applicationof academic theory in the workplace. Students may earn upto 15 semester hours in all internship coursework through Co-optoward a first bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semester hours towarda second bachelor’s degree. Co-op credits may not be used forgeneral education requirements and, unless otherwise specified,no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academic majorand minor (combined).230

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SSpeech CommunicationCourses in speech communication (designated SPCH) may beapplied as appropriate (according to individual program requirements)toward• the general education requirement in communications;• a major or minor in communication studies;• a minor in speech communication; and• electives.A description of the curriculum for the speech communicationminor begins on p. 85. Descriptions of related curricula may befound on the following pages: communication studies (p. 36) andjournalism (p. 72).SPCH 100 Foundations of Sp e e c hCommunication (3)(Fulfills the prerequisite for all 300- or 400-level speech courses.)An overview of the principles of communication. Verbal and nonverballanguage, listening, group dynamics, and public speakingare highlighted. Emphasis is on applying communication principlesto contemporary problems and preparing various types oforal discourse. Students may receive credit for only one of thefollowing courses: SPCH 100, SPCH 100X, SPCH 101, SPCH107, or SPCH 108.SPCH 125 In t roduction to In t e r p e r s o n a lCommunication (3)An overview of the concepts of interpersonal communication.Topics include nonverbal communication, perception, listening,the relationship of language to meaning, and feedback.SPCH 200 Ad vanced Public Speaking (3)Pre requisite: SPCH 100, SPCH 100X, SPCH 101, SPCH 107, orSPCH 108. A study of rhetorical principles and models of speechcomposition. Principles are studied in conjunction with pre p a r i n gand presenting particular forms of public communication.SPCH 222 In t e rviewing (3)A presentation of the principles and practices used in the recognizedtypes of interview. Special attention is given to behavioralobjectives and variables in communication as they figure in theprocess of interviewing. Students may receive credit for only oneof the following courses: SPCH 222 or SPCH 422.SPCH 324 Communication and Gender (3)Prerequisite: Any SPCH course or COMM 300. An investigationof the way communication creates images of male and female.Consideration is given to what constitutes masculine and femininecharacteristics, the differences between male and femalebehavior and styles in communicating, and the implicationsof those images and styles for interpersonal transactions.SPCH 397 Organizational Presentations (3)Prerequisite: SPCH 100, SPCH 100X, SPCH 101, SPCH 107,or SPCH 108. A study of techniques for planning small- andlarge-group presentations, including audience profiling andneeds analysis. Topics include listener patterns and preferences,presentation organization, confidence-building techniques, platformskills, and audio/video technology and presentation softwaresuch as PowerPoint.SPCH 420 Sm a l l - Group Communication (3)Prerequisite: Any SPCH course or COMM 300. A study of theprinciples and practices that govern small-group communicationin business, government, and the wider community. Topics includeteam building, group roles in decision making, leadership, and conflictresolution. Analysis covers communicating online and face-tofacewith group members. Assignments include in-depth re a d i n g ,writing, re s e a rch, and group discussion.SPCH 424 Communication in ComplexOrganizations (3)Prerequisite: Any SPCH course or COMM 300. An examinationof the structure and function of communication in organizations.Organizational climate and culture, information flow, networks,and role relationships are major themes.SPCH 426 Negotiation and ConflictManagement (3)(Fulfills the civic responsibility perspective requirement.) Prerequisite:Any SPCH course or COMM 300. A study of the role ofcommunication in shaping negotiation and conflict processes andoutcomes. Simulation and role play are used to model workplacepractices.SPCH 470 Listening (3)Prerequisite: Any SPCH course or COMM 300. A survey of theoriesof the listening process. Emphasis is on functional analysis oflistening behavior. Students may receive credit only once underthis course number.231

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SSPCH 472 T h e o ries of No n ve r b a lCommunication (3)Prerequisite: Any SPCH course or COMM 300. A survey ofnonverbal communication in human interactions. Theory andresearch on proxemics, kinesics, and paralinguistics are recognizedand identified in expressions of relationship, affect, and orientationboth within and across cultures.SPCH 482 In t e rcultural Communication (3)(Fulfills the international perspective requirement.) Prerequisite:Any SPCH course or COMM 300. An examination of the majorvariables of communication in an intercultural context. Topicsinclude cultural, racial, and national differences; stereotypes; values;cultural assumptions; and verbal and nonverbal channels.SPCH 486A In t e rnship in SpeechT h rough Co-op (3)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combine academictheory with new, career-related experience in speech communication.At least 12 hours per week must be devoted to newtasks for a minimum of 180 hours during the Co-op session; fournew tasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and thecourse requirements must be completed. May be repeated uponapproval of a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasksand objectives related to speech communication and that continuesto advance application of academic theory in the workplace. Studentsmay earn up to 15 semester hours in all internship courseworkthrough Co-op toward a first bachelor’s degree and up to9 semester hours toward a second bachelor’s degree. Co-op creditsmay not be used for general education requirements and, unlessotherwise specified, no more than 6 Co-op credits may be usedin the academic major and minor (combined).SPCH 486B In t e rnship in Speech T h ro u g hCo-op (6)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in speechcommunication. At least 20 hours per week must be devoted tonew tasks for a total of 300 hours during the Co-op session; fiveto eight new tasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal;and the course requirements must be completed. May be repeatedupon approval of a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates newtasks and objectives related to speech communication and thatcontinues to advance application of academic theory in the workplace.Students may earn up to 15 semester hours in all internshipcoursework through Co-op toward a first bachelor’s degree andup to 9 semester hours toward a second bachelor’s degree. Co-opcredits may not be used for general education requirements and,unless otherwise specified, no more than 6 Co-op credits may beused in the academic major and minor (combined).Statistics and ProbabilityCourses in statistics and probability (designated STAT) may beapplied as appropriate (according to individual program requirements)toward• a minor in mathematical sciences;• the statistics requirement for a variety of majors andminors; and• electives.A description of the curriculum for the mathematical sciencesminor begins on p. 79.Students are expected to own and use scientific calculators in allmathematics and statistics courses.S TAT 200 In t roduction to Statistics (3)Prerequisite: MATH 107. An introduction to statistics. Topicsinclude descriptive statistics, methods of sampling, tables, graphs,percentiles, concepts of probability, normal and chi-square distributions,sampling distributions, confidence intervals, hypothesistesting of one and two means, proportions, binomial experiments,sample size calculations, correlation, and regression. Applicationsin business, social sciences, and other fields are discussed. Studentswho receive credit for STAT 200 may not receive creditfor the following courses: BEHS 202, BEHS 302, BMGT 230,ECON 321, GNST 201, MATH 111, MGMT 316, PSYC 200,SOCY 201, STAT 100, or STAT 230.232

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E SS TAT 230 Business Statistics (3)(Formerly BMGT 230.) Prerequisite: MATH 107. An introductionto the essential concepts of statistics for business and management.Concepts reviewed include descriptive statistics, probabilitytheory, discrete and continuous probability distributions,sampling theory, estimation, hypothesis testing, regression, anddecision theory. Discussion also covers the application of theseconcepts to solving problems in business and management. Studentsmay receive credit for only one of the following courses:BEHS 202, BEHS 302, BMGT 230, ECON 321, GNST 201,MGMT 316, PSYC 200, SOCY 201, STAT 200, or STAT 230.S TAT 400 Applied Probability andStatistics I (3)Prerequisite: MATH 141. An intermediate study of statistical theory.Topics include random variables and standard distributions,sampling methods, law of large numbers and the central-limittheorem, moments, estimation of parameters, and testing ofhypotheses.S TAT 410 In t roduction to ProbabilityT h e o ry (3)Prerequisites: MATH 240 and MATH 241. A discussion of probabilityand its properties. Presentation covers random variablesand distribution functions in one dimension and in severaldimensions, as well as moments, characteristic functions, andlimit theorems.S TAT 450 Re g ression and Va riance Analysis (3)Prerequisite: STAT 401. A study of statistical techniques, concentratingon one-, two-, three-, and four-way layouts in analysis ofvariance. Concepts and techniques presented include multipleregressionanalysis, the Gauss-Markov theorem, fixed-effects models,linear regression in several variables, and experimental designs.S TAT 486A In t e rnship in StatisticsT h rough Co-op (3)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in statistics.At least 12 hours per week must be devoted to new tasks fora minimum of 180 hours during the Co-op session; four newtasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and the courserequirements must be completed. May be repeated upon approvalof a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasks and objectivesrelated to statistics and that continues to advance applicationof academic theory in the workplace. Students may earn upto 15 semester hours in all internship coursework through Co-opt ow a rd a first bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semester hours tow a rda second bachelor’s degree. Co-op credits may not be used forgeneral education requirements and, unless otherwise specified,no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academic majorand minor (combined).S TAT 486B In t e rnship in StatisticsT h rough Co-op (6)Prerequisite: Formal admission to the Co-op program (programrequirements are listed on p. 15). An opportunity to combineacademic theory with new, career-related experience in statistics.At least 20 hours per week must be devoted to new tasks for atotal of 300 hours during the Co-op session; five to eight newtasks must be delineated in the Learning Proposal; and the coursere q u i rements must be completed. May be repeated upon approva lof a new Learning Proposal that demonstrates new tasks and objectivesrelated to statistics and that continues to advance applicationof academic theory in the workplace. Students may earn upto 15 semester hours in all internship coursework through Co-opt ow a rd a first bachelor’s degree and up to 9 semester hours tow a rda second bachelor’s degree. Co-op credits may not be used forgeneral education requirements and, unless otherwise specified,no more than 6 Co-op credits may be used in the academicmajor and minor (combined).233

I N F O R M A T I O N O N C O U R S E STheatreCourses in theatre (designated THET) may be applied as appropriate(according to individual program requirements) toward• the general education requirement in the arts and humanities;• a major or minor in humanities; and• electives.A description of the curriculum for the humanities major andminor begins on p. 65.THET 110 In t roduction to the T h e a t re (3)An introduction to the people of the theatre: actors, directors,designers, and backstage personnel. Topics include the core andcharacteristics of a script, theatrical forms and styles, and theatrehistory. Students may receive credit for only one of the followingcourses: HUMN 110 or THET 110.Women’s StudiesCourses in women’s studies (designated WMST) may be appliedas appropriate (according to individual program requirements)toward• a minor in women’s studies; and• electives.The description of the curriculum for the women’s studies minorbegins on p. 87.WMST 200 In t roduction to Wo m e n’s St u d i e s :Women and Society (3)An interdisciplinary study of the status, roles, and experiences ofwomen in contemporary society. Sources from a variety of fields(such as literature, psychology, history, and anthropology) focuson the writings of women themselves.THET 120 Acting I (3)An introduction to basic acting techniques, with exercises todevelop concentration, imagination, sensing abilities, and emotionalmemory. Textual analysis, character analysis, and scenestudy are introduced. Assignments include applying techniquesto character portrayal by performing short scenes. Students mayreceive credit for only one of the following courses: HUMN 111or THET 120.THET 320 Acting II (3)(A continuation of THET 120.) Prerequisite: THET 111, THET120, or audition. Further study of the fundamentals of acting.Focus is on textual analysis, personalization, objectives, and characterizationby performing short plays.234

Academic and Administrative RequirementsS C H O L A S T I C A N D A D M I N I S T R A T I V E S T A N D A R D SInstitutional Cre d i tA course that may not be applied toward graduation may beassigned a credit value for purposes of semester load and tuition.This institutional credit is included in the grade point average(GPA) and in determining eligibility for financial aid and ve t e r a n seducational benefits. However, students required to take thesecourses do so in addition to the 120 semester hours (of graduationcredit) required for the degree.Grading Me t h o d sThere are four grading methods at UMUC. The most commonlyused is the standard method. The pass/fail alternative is availableonly under limited conditions. The satisfactory/D/fail method isrestricted to certain specified courses. Any course may be audited.Regulations for each are given in the following paragraphs.Grade Interpretation Quality PointsA Outstanding scholarship 4B Good scholarship 3C Satisfactory scholarship 2D Marginal performance 1F Failure 0FN Failure for nonattendance 0G Grade under review 0P Passing (D or higher) 0S Satisfactory (C or higher) 0I Incomplete 0AU Audit 0W Withdrawal 0StandardUnless students choose either the pass/fail or audit option at thetime of registration, they will be given a letter grade according tothe standard method. Under the standard grading method, studentsare given a grade of A, B, C, D, or F on the basis of theirperformance in meeting the requirements of each course. For onlya very few courses, the standard grading method is replaced by thesatisfactory/D/fail method.Pass/FailDegree-seeking students who have earned 30 semester hours(including at least 15 semester hours at UMUC) and who have acumulative grade point average of 2.0 may take one course of upto 6 semester hours of credit each semester (fall, spring, or summer)on a pass/fail basis, up to a maximum of 18 credits. Studentsmust elect pass/fail grading at the time of registration. This statusmay not be changed after the second week of classes has ended.This grading method is allowed only for electives. Re q u i red courses(e.g., general education courses and courses for the major andminor) may not be taken pass/fail, nor may pass/fail grading be usedin retaking a course for which a letter grade was earned pre v i o u s l y.Students who register for pass/fail grading must still complete allthe regular requirements of the course. The teacher evaluates thework under the normal procedure for letter grades and submits aregular grade. Grades of A, B, C, or D are then converted to thegrade P, which is entered into the permanent record. A grade of Fremains unchanged.Although a grade of P earns credit toward graduation, it is notincluded in calculating a grade point average. A failing grade carriesno credit, and the failing grade is included in the computationof grade point averages.Satisfactory/D/FailThis grading method is available only on a limited basis.Although a grade of satisfactory (S) earns credit toward graduation,it is not included in calculating grade point averages. Thegrade of D earns credit and is included in computing grade pointaverages. While a failing grade (F) earns no credit, it is includedin computing grade point averages.AuditStudents who do not wish to receive credit may register for coursesas auditors after they have been admitted. Students must indicatethis intention when they register. Students may request achange from credit to audit status anytime before the end of thefifth scheduled week of a semester or the third week of classes inan eight-week term.Audited courses are listed on the permanent record, with thenotation AU. No letter grade is given for audited courses, nor arecredits earned.Grades and Ma rk sPassing: The Grade of PThe grade of P is conferred after a teacher has evaluated courseworkunder the normal procedure for letter grades and has submitteda standard grade (A, B, C, or D). Then UndergraduateStudent Affairs converts that standard grade into the grade of P.A passing grade is recorded on the permanent record and conferscredit toward graduation. However, courses graded P are notincluded in calculating grade point averages.235

A C A D E M I C A N D A D M I N I S T R A T I V E R E Q U I R E M E N T SSatisfactory: The Grade of SThe grade of S is equivalent to a grade of C or higher. This gradeis used to denote satisfactory progress in an experiential setting orpracticum, such as EXCL 301. Although the grade of S conferscredit and appears on the permanent record, courses graded S arenot used in determining grade point averages.Failure: The Grade of FThe grade of F means a failure to satisfy the minimum requirementsof a course. Although it carries no credit, it is included incalculating the grade point average. A student assigned the gradeof F must register again for the course, pay the applicable fees,repeat the course, and earn a passing grade in order to receivecredit for that course.Failure for Nonattendance: The Grade of FNThe grade of FN means a failure in the course because the studenthas not attended or participated in course assignments andactivities. It is assigned when the student ceases to attend class buthas not officially withdrawn.Grade Under Review: The Mark of GThe mark of G is an exceptional and temporary administrativemark given only when the final grade in the course is underreview. It is not the same as a mark of Incomplete.Incomplete: The Mark of IThe mark of I (incomplete) is an exceptional mark given only tostudents whose work in a course has been satisfactory but who forreasons beyond their control have been unable to complete all therequirements of a course. The following criteria must be met:• The student must have completed at least 60 percent of thework in the course with a grade of C or better.• The mark of I must be requested before the end of the course.The procedure for awarding the mark of I is as follows:• The student must ask the teacher for a mark of I. (Teacherscannot award a mark of I on their own initiative.)• The teacher decides whether to grant the request.• The teacher sets a date (no more than four months after submittingthe original grade) for completion of the remainingrequirements of the course.• The teacher and the student together agree on the remainingrequirements of the course and the deadline for submittingthe work.• The student is responsible for completing the work.• After the work is completed, the teacher submits a gradechange to replace the mark of I on the student’s record witha grade.If the mark of I is not made up within four months or by thea g reed-upon deadline, the I is changed to an F. Students should bea w a re that a mark of I in their final semester may delay graduation.The mark of I cannot be re m oved by means of credit by examination,nor can it be replaced by a mark of W (defined below ) .Students who elect to repeat an incomplete course must re g i s t e ragain for the course, pay all applicable fees, and repeat the course.For purposes of academic retention, the course grade is counted asan F. The mark of I is not used in determining grade point ave r a g e s .Withdrawal: The Mark of WStudents may receive the mark of W by officially withdrawingfrom a course. Procedures for withdrawing are detailed on theUMUC Web site at www.umuc.edu/students. Students must withdrawfrom a course at least two weeks before the last scheduledclass in a semester or term. (For accelerated courses, withdrawalsmust be submitted before the close of business on the first day ofclass.)For most courses, this mark appears on the permanent re c o rdunless withdrawal is completed before the end of the scheduleadjustment period. For intensive format courses, students mustwithdraw before the class starts in order to avoid a mark of W.For purposes of academic retention, the mark of W is countedas attempted hours. It is not used in determining grade pointa ve r a g e s .Changes in Gr a d eTeachers may change a grade previously assigned through theInteractive Faculty Information System (IFIS). Any change mustbe made no later than four months after the original grade wasawarded.Grading Repeated CoursesWhen a course is repeated, only the higher grade earned in thetwo attempts is included in the calculation of the GPA. For purposesof academic retention, both attempts are counted. Bothgrades are entered on the permanent record, with a notation indicatingthat the course was repeated. Students cannot increase thetotal hours earned toward a degree by repeating a course forwhich a passing grade was conferred previously.To establish credit in a course previously failed or withdrawnfrom, students must register, pay the full tuition and fees, andrepeat the entire course successfully.236

A C A D E M I C A N D A D M I N I S T R A T I V E R E Q U I R E M E N T SRepeated Registration for a CourseNo student may register more than twice for the same course.Registering more than twice for the same course (including coursesp reviously attempted at other institutions in the Un i versity Sy s t e mof Ma ryland) is generally forbidden. It may be allowed only underspecial circumstances, with prior approval of an advisor.Grades and Quality Po i n t sThe grade point average is calculated using the quality pointsassigned to each grade or mark (chart on p. 235). First, the qualitypointvalue of each grade or mark is multiplied by the number ofcredits; then the sum of these quality points is divided by the totalnumber of credits attempted for which a grade of A, B, C, D, orF was received.Academic Wa rning and Di s m i s s a lAt the end of every term, the cumulative grade point averageof each student who has attempted at least 15 semester hours atUMUC is computed based on all UMUC graded coursework. Atthe end of each semester (fall, spring, or summer), UndergraduateStudent Affairs takes action, required by UMUC policy, accordingto the student’s level of progress as described below.There are four levels of academic progress: satisfactory, warning,probation, and dismissal.Levels of ProgressSatisfactoryA student whose cumulative grade point average is 2.0 or higheris considered to be making satisfactory progress.WarningA student whose cumulative GPA is less than 2.0 will be placedon academic warning. The student will remain on academic warningas long as the cumulative GPA is less than 2.0 and the semesterGPA is 2.0 or better.A student who attempts 15 semester hours or more in a period ofat least two semesters and earns no quality points will re c e i ve anacademic warning re g a rdless of the cumulative grade point ave r a g e .A student on academic warning whose semester GPA is 2.0 orbetter, but whose cumulative GPA is less than 2.0, will continueon warning until he or she has completed courses at UMUC thatraise the cumulative GPA to 2.0 or better.A student on academic warning is limited to a maximum enro l l m e n tof 7 semester hours per semester or to a maximum of 4 semesterhours per session I or session II.ProbationA student on academic warning or admitted on provisional statuswhose semester GPA is less than 2.0 will be put on probation.A student on probation whose semester GPA is 2.0 or better, butwhose cumulative GPA is less than 2.0, will return to academicwarning or provisional status.A student on academic probation is limited to a maximum enro l l-ment of 7 semester hours per semester or to a maximum of 4 semesterhours per session I or session II.DismissalA student on probation whose semester GPA is less than 2.0 willbe dismissed.Regardless of cumulative GPA, a student who has maintained anaverage of at least 2.0 during a particular semester will not be dismissedat the end of that period. A student who is dismissed isineligible to register again for UMUC courses until he or she isreinstated.Reinstatement After DismissalA student seeking reinstatement is required to• Have all official transcripts from previously attended collegesand universities sent to UMUC, preferably before meeting withan advisor.• Meet with an advisor before petitioning for reinstatement.• Wait at least one semester before petitioning for reinstatement.Such an appeal should be made in writing to the associateprovost, Undergraduate Student Affairs.Deadlines for requesting reinstatement are as follows:Fall enrollment July 15Spring enrollment November 15Summer enrollment April 15After the student’s record, the advisor’s recommendation, and thestudent’s petition have been reviewed, the student will receive awritten response. Reinstated students will be placed on warningimmediately or will retain provisional status, as appropriate.Scholastic Re c o g n i t i o nDean’s ListStudents who complete at least 12 semester hours (in coursesgraded A, B, C, D, or F) with a GPA of at least 3.5 in an academicyear at UMUC are eligible for the Dean’s List.Students who fail to earn the required average by the end of theacademic year must complete a minimum of 12 more semesterhours during the next academic year to be considered for the237

A C A D E M I C A N D A D M I N I S T R A T I V E R E Q U I R E M E N T SDean’s List again. All courses taken during an academic year areused in computing the average, even though the total numberof credits may exceed 12. An academic year is designated as fallthrough summer terms. Eligibility for the Dean’s List is calculatedonce a year, after the summer semester.Academic HonorsAcademic honors for excellence in scholarship are determinedby the students’ cumulative GPA at UMUC. The distinction ofsumma cum laude is conferred on those students with a cumulativeGPA of 4.000, magna cum laude is conferred on those studentswith a cumulative GPA of 3.901 to 3.999, and cum laude isconferred on those students with a cumulative GPA of 3.800 to3.900. To be eligible for any of these categories of recognition, astudent must have earned at least 45 semester hours at UMUC incourses for which a letter grade and quality points were assigned.For honors to be conferred with a second bachelor’s degree, thestudent is required to have a total of 45 semester hours of newUMUC credit and the requisite GPA. (More information onattaining a second bachelor’s degree may be found on p. 21.)Honor SocietiesInquiries concerning honor societies should be addressed to thestudent’s advisor.Phi Kappa PhiThe honor society of Phi Kappa Phi promotes the pursuit ofexcellence in all fields of higher education and recognizes outstandingachievement by students, faculty, and others throughelection to membership and through various awards for distinguishedachievement. To qualify for membership in Phi KappaPhi, candidates must have completed at least 90 semester hoursof credit toward the bachelor’s degree, at least 45 of which musthave been for UMUC courses carrying letter grades of A, B, C,D, or F. The candidate’s GPA in UMUC courses must be in thetop 10 percent of the previous UMUC graduating class.Alpha Sigma LambdaUMUC students are eligible for membership in Alpha SigmaLambda, the national honor society for students in continuinghigher education. To qualify for membership, a student mustbe pursuing a first bachelor’s degree, have completed at least30 semester hours at UMUC in courses graded A, B, C, D, orF, and maintained a GPA of 3.7 or higher in all UMUC courses.At least 15 semester hours, from UMUC or transferred, must bein courses outside the major.Sigma MuSigma Mu is the psychology honor society of UMUC. The societyrecognizes superior scholarship by degree-seeking psychology studentsand provides a venue for active participation and pro f e s s i o n a lexposure in psychological practice, research, and education. Toqualify for membership, a student must have declared a majorin psychology, complete at least 9 semester hours in psychologythrough UMUC, maintain an overall GPA of 3.4 or higher atUMUC, and provide a letter of recommendation from a memberof the UMUC psychology faculty.Sigma Tau DeltaMembership in Sigma Tau Delta, the international English honorsociety, is open to qualified UMUC students with a major inEnglish. To be eligible, students must have earned at least 45 semesterhours tow a rd the bachelor’s degree with an overall GPA of 3.5 orh i g h e r. At least 30 semester hours must have been earned thro u g hUMUC and must include 12 semester hours of English beyo n dENGL 101 and 6 semester hours of upper-level credit. St u d e n t smust also have earned a GPA of 3.6 in English coursew o rk atUMUC.Phi Alpha ThetaUMUC students may qualify for membership in Phi AlphaTheta, the international honor society in history. To qualify formembership, students must attain a GPA of 3.5 or higher in atleast 12 semester hours of UMUC history courses and have anoverall UMUC GPA of 3.4.R I G H T S A N D R E S P O N S I B I L I T I E S O F T H E S T U D E N TCurrent information and links to policies and resources are availablein the online Student Handbook at www.umuc.edu/students/handbook. Students should refer to the handbook for the mostcurrent information.At t e n d a n c eThe student is responsible for attending all classes and any re l a t e dactivities regularly and punctually. Absence from class does note xcuse a student from missed coursew o rk. The student is re s p o n s i-ble for obtaining detailed information about missed class sessions,including their content, activities cove red, and any announcementsor assignments. Fa i l u re to complete any re q u i red coursew o rk maya d versely affect the student’s grade. Teachers are not expected torepeat material that a student has missed because of the student’sabsence from class.In some courses, in which active participation is integral to thelearning process, teachers may base part of the final grade on classparticipation; those courses obviously require regular attendance.238

A C A D E M I C A N D A D M I N I S T R A T I V E R E Q U I R E M E N T Sfor the mutual convenience of student and teacher and mustcover only the material for which the student was originallyresponsible. Such a rescheduling must not cause a conflict withthe student’s other classes. The Testing Center schedules make-upexam sessions for students whose teachers cannot schedule a specialmake-up session. There is a fee for this service.Teachers must announce any such requirement at the beginningof the semester.Courses offered online have their own policies on attendance. Therequirements expected for participation are specified in all coursesoffered online.In t e rnet Ac c e s sUMUC is committed to ensuring that students acquire the levelof fluency in information technology they need to participateactively in contemporary society and have access to up-to-dateresources. All UMUC students must be prepared to participatein asynchronous, computer-based class discussions, study groups,online database searches, course evaluations, and other onlineactivities whether their course is held online or in a classroom.All UMUC students must therefore ensure that they have accessto the Internet and have a current e-mail address. If the studentdoes not have Internet access through a home computer, he orshe may use one at a UMUC computer lab, a university orpublic library, or another source. However, that source shouldbe regularly available.Ex a m i n a t i o n sThe student is responsible for obtaining information aboutquizzes and examination schedules and policies. Final examinationsare usually given during the last scheduled class meeting.Make-up examinations and tests may be given to students whofor valid reasons are unable to take exams at the scheduled time.Teachers are not required to offer make-up examinations becauseof a student’s absence unless the student can present evidence thatit was caused by unavoidable circumstances or occurred on a religiousholiday.* In such cases, an examination may be rescheduledCourse LoadsNo student may register for courses whose scheduled meetingtimes overlap to any extent. Decisions on the number of coursesa student can successfully complete in any one semester are normallyleft to the student’s discretion. It should be noted, however,that the majority of UMUC students register for between 3 and9 semester hours, and students are strongly advised not to exceedthis limit. Students should carefully and realistically assess othercommitments before registering for more than 9 semester hours.In no case may a student register for more than 18 semester hoursin a 15-week period without written permission from an advisor.Permission to register for more than 18 semester hours is based ondemonstrated academic excellence at UMUC. A minimum GPAof 3.5 and an enrollment history indicating success in carrying aheavier-than-average course load at UMUC are required.Academic In t e g ri t yIntegrity in teaching and learning is a fundamental principle ofa university. UMUC believes that all members of the universitycommunity share the responsibility for academic integrity, asexpressed in the University System of Maryland policy “Faculty,Student, and Institutional Rights and Responsibilities forAcademic Integrity.” Details are available from the Office of theDean, School of Undergraduate Studies.At UMUC, faculty members are expected to establish classro o me n v i ronments conducive to the maintenance of academic integrityby promptly giving students a complete syllabus describing thecourse and its re q u i rements, grading submitted work promptly anda d e q u a t e l y, and arranging appropriate testing conditions, includinghaving faculty members monitor examinations given in class.Students at UMUC are expected to conduct themselves in a mannerthat will contribute to the maintenance of academic integrity.Failure to maintain academic integrity (academic dishonesty) mayresult in disciplinary action.Students are responsible for understanding and avoiding academicdishonesty and plagiarism, whether intentional or unintentional.The definitions of academic dishonesty and plagiarism and thep ro c e d u res for pursuing complains of academic dishonesty aredescribed in UMUC Policy 150.25 Academic Dishonesty andPlagiarism, which can be found at w w w. u m u c . e d u / p o l i c y or is ava i l-able from the Office of the Dean, School of Undergraduate St u d i e s .* The UMUC policy on religious holidays is stated in the appendices.239

A C A D E M I C A N D A D M I N I S T R A T I V E R E Q U I R E M E N T SAppealing a Gr a d eProcedures for appealing a grade are detailed in UMUC Policy130.80 Appealing a Grade, which is available from the Officeof the Dean, School of Undergraduate Studies, or online atwww.umuc.edu/policy.There is a time limit for appealing a grade. Therefore, studentswho want to appeal a grade must initiate the process within30 days of the posting of the grade.Code of Student ConductStudents are subject to the UMUC Policy 151.00 Code ofStudent Conduct, which can be found at www.umuc.edu/policy or is available from the Office of the Dean, School ofUndergraduate Studies. Violations of the code are considered tobe violations of UMUC policy and are grounds for discipline byUMUC. Allegations of misconduct by UMUC students shouldbe referred to the vice provost, Student Affairs.Filing St u d e n t s’ Gri e va n c e sThe procedures necessary to file a formal complaint concerningthe actions of members of the UMUC faculty or administrativestaff are detailed in UMUC Policy 130.70 Filing StudentsGrievances, which is available at www.umuc.edu/policy or fromthe Office of the Dean, School of Undergraduate Studies.Change of Ad d re s sStudents who move during the semester or term should not onlyleave a forwarding address with the U.S. Postal Service but shouldalso notify Undergraduate Student Affairs as soon as possible.Forms are available online.Transfer of Credits from UMUCTo have credits earned through UMUC transferred, each studentmust obtain authoritative guidance from the destination institution(including other institutions in the University System ofMaryland). Only the destination institution can answer specificquestions about its own residency and degree requirements orabout the applicability of UMUC courses to its curricula. Specificpolicies dealing with transfer students are given in the appendices.Code of Ci v i l i t yTo promote a positive, collegial atmosphere among students,faculty, and staff, UMUC has developed the following Codeof Civility, which is also available in the Student Handbook atwww.umuc.edu/students/civility.html.240

Services to StudentsA V A I L A B I L I T Y O F S E R V I C E SUMUC provides services and resources to help students all overthe world complete their educational programs—through automatedsystems and resources available online or by telephone,by e-mail and telephone communication, and in person at sitesthroughout the Maryland area. A number of offices are responsiblefor the delive ry of these services, including the Career Centerand the offices of Student Financial Services, Information andL i b r a ry Se rvices, Information Te c h n o l o g y, En rollment Ma n a g e m e n t ,and Student Affairs.Among these, the offices of Enrollment Management and StudentAffairs respond to most of the student’s academic needs throughouthis or her college career, providing general information;admission assistance; academic advising; registration, graduation,and transcript services; veterans benefits assistance; and servicesfor disabled students.In the Maryland area, services are available at the followinglocations:Wa l d o rf Center for Higher Ed u c a t i o nseneca@umuc.eduPhone 301-645-4303 or 301-870-6013; Fax 301-870-6939Walter Reed Army Medical Centerseneca@umuc.eduPhone 202-782-9023G E N E R A L I N F O R M A T I O NUMUC phone representatives are available all day, every day, at800-888-UMUC to provide answers to general questions and forhelp navigating UMUC’s Web site. Representatives can also makesure that callers are on the UMUC mailing list to receive upcomingclass schedules, open house invitations, and other importantannouncements.Adelphi (UMUC He a d q u a rt e r s )umucinfo@umuc.eduPhone 800-888-UMUC; Fax 301-985-7884/7889Ab e rdeen Proving Gro u n dchesapeake@umuc.eduPhone 410-272-8269; Fax 410-273-0394A n d rews Air Fo rce Ba s eseneca@umuc.eduPhone 301-981-3123; Fax 301-420-3982Annapolis Centerchesapeake@umuc.eduPhone 410-266-3774 or 301-261-8199; Fax 301-261-8655Fo rt Me a d echesapeake@umuc.eduPhone 410-551-0431 or 301-621-9882; Fax 301-621-9898Shady Grove Centerpotomac@umuc.eduPhone 301-738-6000; Fax 301-738-6040A D M I S S I O N A S S I S T A N C EEnrollment specialists serve individuals who are inquiring aboutbecoming UMUC students at some future time, are admittedbut have not yet registered, have not attended UMUC for two ormore years and need to be readmitted (at no charge), or attendedUMUC overseas. They can help prospective students apply foradmission, identify financial aid opportunities, plan their curriculum,and register for their first semester of classes.Enrollment specialists can also help qualified senior citizens applyfor Golden Identification benefits. More information is on p. 11.Students may contact an enrollment specialist by phone at 800-888-UMUC or by e-mail at enroll@umuc.edu. More detailedinformation on admission is available on p. 9.A U T O M A T E D S E R V I C E SA number of automated services are available to current studentsonline.Through MyUMUC (at https://my.umuc.edu), students have accessto many of their personal UMUC records. The system enablesthem to register for courses, change personal information (such ashome address or phone numbers), view and print reports (such astheir class schedule, grade report, statement of account, unofficialtranscript, and academic audit), check on the status of their financialaid application, and register for final examinations for onlinecourses.To access services, students must enter their student identificationnumber and personal password.241

S E R V I C E S T O S T U D E N T SA C A D E M I C A D V I S I N GAcademic advisors provide enrolled students the informationneeded to plan an academic program. This assistance can includea review of potential transfer credit, help with clarification of educationand career goals, and aid in selecting appropriate courses.Advising services are available at times and places convenient tostudents. Students who are close to UMUC’s headquarters inAdelphi, Maryland or one of the UMUC sites in the Marylandregion have the option to schedule an appointment to discuss theirneeds with an advisor in person by calling between 8:30 a.m. and5 p.m. eastern time, Monday through Friday. Many students,however, choose to communicate with their advisor by phone,fax, or e-mail.Initial Estimate of Transfer Cre d i tProspective or newly admitted students can have a review oftheir potential transfer credit done by an enrollment specialist.This review is an estimate of the academic credit UMUC mightaccept toward a particular degree and of the requirements thatwould remain to be fulfilled. (Sources of credit are described onp. 14 and online at www.umuc.edu/students/ugp_ss/transfer.html.)This review is not binding on either the student or UMUC andis subject to change.Evaluation of In t e rnational Re c o rd sStudents who are seeking an evaluation of potential transfer creditfrom international postsecondary educational institutions need to• Be admitted and be seeking an undergraduate degree atUMUC.• Mail their official international transcripts to the internationalcredit evaluation services selected by UMUC. (Forms are availableonline at www.umuc.edu/students/credeval.html.)• Pay fees associated with the international evaluation.• Have all official transcripts from any U.S. institution previouslyattended sent to UMUC.Official Evaluation for De g re e - Se e k i n gSt u d e n t sFor an official evaluation of their transfer credits, students needto submit official transcripts from all colleges and universitiespreviously attended, including other institutions of the UniversitySystem of Maryland, whether or not transfer credit is requestedor granted. UMUC may deny transfer credit from any institutionnot listed on the application for admission. Sources of transfercredit not listed at the time of admission or approved by an advisorafter admission cannot be applied toward the UMUC degree.An official evaluation, which is required before applying forgraduation,• Includes all transfer credits earned up to the date of the evaluationthat may be applied to a UMUC degree program.• Lists all courses completed at UMUC.• Incorporates other types of academic credit.• Indicates the amount and type of coursework still requiredfor the degree being sought.The official evaluation remains in effect only while the studentremains continuous enrolled.Students are responsible for submitting all pertinent academicdocuments (such as academic transcripts, confirmation of cre d i tconferred by examination, or records of credit from militaryservices schools) during their first semester at UMUC. To beconsidered official, documents must be sent directly from theissuer to the following address:Undergraduate Student AffairsUniversity of Maryland University College3501 University Boulevard EastAdelphi, MD 20783-8070D I S A B L E D S T U D E N T S E R V I C E SReasonable accommodations are available for students who havedisabilities and are enrolled in any program offered at UMUC.To allow for adequate planning, students who need accommodationsshould contact the director of Veteran and Di s a b l e dStudent Se rvices at least four to six weeks before the beginningof the semester.Students must request accommodations each time they re g i s t e r.The first time a student requests accommodation, current (withinthree years) documentation of a disability must be submitted.Depending on the disability, documentation may include secon d a ry school re c o rds; medical, psychiatric, or psyc h o l o g i c a lre p o rts and diagnoses; or a psychoeducational evaluation. T h edocumentation must provide clear and specific evidence of adisability and recommended accommodations from a qualifiedlicensed pro f e s s i o n a l .No t e : All UMUC students are re q u i red to comply with unive r s i-ty policies and pro c e d u res and meet the academic re q u i re m e n t sof all undergraduate certificate and degree programs. St u d e n t swith disabilities should re v i ew the re q u i rements already listed inthis Ca t a l o g (beginning on p. 18 for bachelor’s degree pro g r a m s ,p. 95 for certificate programs). Students should not apply to aUMUC certificate or degree program with the expectation thatany academic re q u i rement will be waived or that substitutionswill be allowe d .242

S E R V I C E S T O S T U D E N T SFor more information, students should call the director ofVeteran and Disabled Student Services at 800-888-UMUC,ext. 7930, or 301-985-7466 (TTY) or send an e-mail tovdsa@umuc.edu.F I N A N C I A L A I DUMUC’s Student Financial Services administers a variety offinancial assistance programs—including grants, loans, federalwork-study, and scholarships—to help students meet the costsof their university education. Aid is available for students whocan prove financial need, academic merit, or both.UMUC attempts to assist all adult students, particularly thosestudying part time, who would otherwise be unable to afford acollege education. Regardless of income level, all students areencouraged to apply for assistance; many financing alternativesare available.General Eligibility Re q u i re m e n t sAn eligible applicant for UMUC assistance must• Be admitted to UMUC as a regular degree-seeking or eligiblecertificate-seeking student.• Be a U.S. citizen or classified as an eligible noncitizen.• Be enrolled for 3 or more credits for most federal and institutionalaid programs. Federal loan programs re q u i re enrollment of at least6 credits. Audited courses, some repeated courses, credit by examination,and EXCEL portfolio credits cannot be counted.• Demonstrate satisfactory academic progress toward a degree orcertificate according to UMUC policy.• Have a high school or GED diploma.• Possess a valid Social Security number.• Register with Selective Service, if required to do so.• Not be in default on any federal student loans, nor have borrowedin excess of loan limits, nor owe a refund on any grantunder Title IV federal student aid programs.• Not be ineligible based on a drug conviction.Students enrolled in certificate programs may be subject to pro -rated aid eligibility depending upon the length of the cert i f i c a t ep rogram. A financial aid advisor can provide more detailedi n f o r m a t i o n .Financial Aid Pro g r a m sMost aid programs are available to both full- and part-time students.Amounts and eligibility for financial aid vary from year to year.Following is a brief description of amounts likely to be availablefor the 2005–6 award year.Grants and ScholarshipsGift assistance, for which no repayment is required, is offeredby the federal government, the state of Maryland, and UMUC.UMUC Student Financial Services administers several programs:Federal Pell Grants, Federal Supplemental EducationalOpportunity Grants (SEOG), UMUC scholarships and grants,and Maryland state scholarships and grants.The Federal Pell Grant program is a grant program for highneed,first-time undergraduates. Awards for the 2005–6 year willrange from $200 to $2,025 per semester. Award amounts vary byneed level and enrollment status.The Federal Supplemental Educational Op p o rtunity Gr a n t(SEOG) p rogram offers need-based awards for high-need, first-timeundergraduates. The amount and number of awards va ry dependingon the availability of funds allocated by the De p a rtment ofEducation. Typical awards during the 2005–6 year will rangef rom $150 to $300 per semester.The UMUC President’s Grant program offers grants to studentswho demonstrate financial need. Typical awards during the2005–6 year will range from $100 to $500 per semester, based onneed. Funds are limited, so students are urged to apply early.UMUC scholarship programs, which include the UMUCPresident’s Scholarship and the UMUC Community CollegeScholarship Program, offer a number of institutional scholarshipsas well as scholarships from corporate donors and foundations. Aseparate scholarship application must be completed for consideration.Requirements vary according to the individual scholarshipprograms. Typical awards range from $200 to $1,500 per semester,depending on the specific program.Ma ryland state grant and scholarship p rograms provide financialassistance to Ma ryland residents based primarily on financial need.Aw a rds typically re q u i re enrollment of at least 12 credits per semeste r. Aw a rd amounts range from $200 to $3,000 annually. For moreinformation, students should contact the Maryland Office ofStudent Financial Assistance at 410-260-4565 or 800-974-1024.The Maryland Part-Time Grants program offers assistance toMaryland residents enrolled for at least 6, but fewer than 12,credits per semester. Awards are based on need. Typical awards are$300 to $600 per semester. Funds for these grants are allocated toUMUC on an annual basis.Many UMUC students receive private scholarships offered bycorporations, associations, foundations, and other organizations243

S E R V I C E S T O S T U D E N T Sthat offer awards on a competitive basis to students who meetspecific criteria. Scholarship links and search tools are availablethrough the Web at www.umuc.edu/financialaid.LoansLoan programs are available to students enrolled for at least 6 cre d-its per semester. Students who take loans to pay for college expensesmust repay the principal and interest in accordance with the termsof the pro m i s s o ry note.The Federal Pe rkins Loan p rogram offers need-based, low - i n t e re s tfederal loans. UMUC is the lender. Aw a rd amounts typically rangeb e t ween $500 and $1,500 per semester. The current interest rate is5 percent. Repayment is made to UMUC and begins nine monthsafter the borrower leaves school or attendance drops below halft i m e .The William D. Ford Federal Direct Loan program offers lowinterestfederal loans to students. Students may qualify for asubsidized Federal Direct Loan, which is based on financial need.Students can also acquire an unsubsidized Federal Direct Loan,which is not based on need. The federal government pays theinterest on need-based Federal Direct Loans while the borroweris in school or a deferment status. Students with an unsubsidizedFederal Direct Loan (not based on need) are responsible for theinterest during in-school and deferment periods. The interest rateis variable but will not exceed 8.25 percent. Loan amounts varybased on grade level and dependency status. Repayment begins sixmonths after the student leaves school or attendance drops belowhalf time. For annual award amounts and general repaymentterms, students should see the UMUC Guide to Financial Aid.The Federal Direct PLUS Loan program enables parents withgood credit histories to borrow for a dependent student enrolledfor at least 6 credits per semester. Parents are eligible to borrowup to the cost of education less other financial aid received by thestudent. Repayment begins 60 days after disbursement, thoughdeferments (granted by the Department of Education) may allowfor a delay in payment until after the period of enrollment. ThePLUS interest rate is variable but is capped at 9 percent.Alternative student loan programs are also an option for UMUCstudents. Students whose financial aid awards do not meet theirfinancial need may be able to borrow up to their cost of attendancethrough private student loan programs offered by manybanks and other lenders. These education loans are not federalloans; students borrow directly from and make payments to thelender. Students who are interested in an alternative student loanshould contact the bank of their choice or visit UMUC’s Webpage on alternative student loans at www.umuc.edu/financialaidfor more information.EmploymentUMUC re c o g n i zes the importance of flexible, part-time employmentfor students who are in transition or who have financial need.The Federal Work-Study program is a need-based programthat provides jobs to assist students in meeting college costs. Theamount of award varies according to financial need and availabilityof funds. Funds are paid biweekly, based on hours worked.Students must apply and be hired for employment at UMUCor in a community-service setting.UMUC Financial Aid St a n d a rds forSa t i s f a c t o ry Academic Pro g ressFederal regulations require students receiving financial aid tomaintain satisfactory academic progress toward their degree orcertificate. Students who fail to meet the minimum academicstandard are placed on financial aid probation for one semester,during which they may receive financial aid. If a student fails tomeet the minimum requirements during probation, the studentis denied aid the following semester and financial aid is not disbursed.Students should refer to the appendices for details of theappeal process and the complete Satisfactory Academic Progresspolicy for financial aid students.The Financial Aid Application Pro c e s sStudents must complete the Free Application for Federal St u d e n tAid (FAFSA) and the UMUC Financial Aid Data Form to be consi d e red for any type of financial aid at UMUC. The FAFSA mustalso be completed for a student to be considered for need-basedMa ryland state scholarships. The application process can take fro msix to ten weeks, so students are encouraged to apply early.To be given high priority for their financial aid applicationsand a determination of eligibility early enough for funds to bereserved by registration, students should complete both their FreeApplication for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) and the UMUCFinancial Aid Data Form by the priority deadlines listed on thenext page.Students meeting these dates will have the opportunity to be consi d e red for the various grant and scholarship programs with limitedfunds. Those who do not meet these deadlines may not receivetheir financial aid in time for registration.Students who apply late may still receive aid, depending on theireligibility and the availability of funds. Eligibility for both loansand grants can be authorized even after the semester has begun.244

S E R V I C E S T O S T U D E N T SProgram or PeriodBeing Applied forMaryland State Scholarships March 1Full Academic Year or FallSemester Only June 1Spring Semester Only November 1Summer Semester April 1Federal Re t u rn of Funds Po l i c yPriority Deadline forFiling Financial Aid FormsStudents receiving federal financial aid have the responsibilityto follow the institution’s withdrawal procedures, which areoutlined on the UMUC Web site (www.umuc.edu). The 1998Reauthorization of the Higher Education Act requires the universityto calculate a return of Title IV funds for all federal financialaid students who withdraw from all classes on or before the60-percent attendance point in the semester. Students who stopattending all classes without officially withdrawing are also subjectto a return of funds calculation at the end of the semesterbased on the last documented date of attendance as determinedby the teachers. For further information, students should refer tothe UMUC Guide to Financial Aid.For Fu rther In f o rm a t i o nAll financial aid information and forms also are available atwww.umuc.edu/financialaid on the UMUC Web site. Studentswith additional questions should contact the Student FinancialServices either by phone at 800-888-UMUC, ext. 7510, or bye-mail at finaid@umuc.edu.V E T E R A N S B E N E F I T SVeterans Benefits Pro g r a m sStudents may apply for the following educational assistance programsadministered by the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs:• The Montgomery GI Bill–Active Duty Educational AssistanceProgram (MGIB, Chapter 30)• Vocational Rehabilitation (Chapter 31)• The Post–Vietnam Era Educational Assistance Program(Chapter 32)• The Survivors’ and Dependents’ Educational AssistanceProgram (Chapter 35)• Montgomery GI Bill–Selected Reserve Educational AssistanceProgram (Chapter 106)Detailed information on all assistance programs is available onthe UMUC Web site at www.umuc.edu/vabenefits or on theDepartment of Veterans Affairs Web site at www.gibill/va.gv/education/benefits.html.Application Pro c e d u re sStudents who are eligible for educational benefits from the U.S.Department of Veterans Affairs should review the online informationand application procedures (at www.umuc.edu/vabenefits).Every educational assistance program requires different paperworkand documentation to process a claim. Initial applications forbenefits may be submitted online directly to the U.S. Departmentof Veterans Affairs. All students must also complete a UMUCVeterans Certification form each semester they wish to receivebenefits. The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs processesclaims and issues payment six to eight weeks after receivingcompleted paperwork.Amounts and Methods of Pa y m e n tThe amount of money a student may receive from the U.S.Department of Veterans Affairs depends on the educational assistanceprogram for which the student is eligible, the number ofsemester hours of credit for which the student is registered, thelength of the semester, and (for certain programs) the numberof dependents the student has. The current monthly paymentfor each educational assistance program is available online atwww.umuc.edu/vabenefits.Benefits are paid directly to students on a monthly basis. Themoney may be used to help with tuition, books, or other costsof college education. Eligibility for benefits does not delay paymentof tuition.The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs offers an acceleratedprogram, which provides a lump-sum payment of 60 percent of245

S E R V I C E S T O S T U D E N T Sthe student’s tuition and fees for certain high-cost, high-tech programs.Only undergraduate students who are paying nonresidentfees and are enrolled for 17 semester hours of credit or more areeligible for accelerated payment.Evaluation of Prior Tr a i n i n gWhen a student files a claim for educational benefits, the U.S.Department of Veterans Affairs requires previous training tobe evaluated so that the student receives correct transfer credit.(Information about types of training that qualify begins on p. 16;these include military training and service schools, postsecondaryeducation, certain correspondence courses, and credit by examination.)Each student must have an evaluation completed duringthe first semester. Students who do not comply may find futurebenefits delayed. After their first registration, eligible students areprovided with information on the necessary procedure.St u d e n t s’ Re s p o n s i b i l i t i e sStudents receiving benefits are expected to follow all regulationsand procedures of the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs whileattending UMUC.At UMUC, all regulations of the U.S. Department of VeteransAffairs are enforced. Students should be aware of the followingrequirements and consequences:• Each student is expected to make satisfactory progress toward adegree or certificate; everyone must comply with the academicstandards of UMUC.• Each student must report all changes in enrollment—includingdrops, adds, withdrawals, changes to audit, and changes indegree objective.• Registering for a course and then not attending, or ceasing toattend without officially withdrawing, is a misuse of federalfunds that is punishable by law.• Payment of benefits will be disallowed for any course in whicha nonpunitive grade is assigned.• Payment of benefits will be disallowed for repeating a course forwhich transfer credit has been granted or for which a passinggrade of A, B, C, D, P, or S was assigned.• Payment of benefits will be disallowed for any course that is nota requirement in a student’s degree or certificate program.Wo rk - Study Allow a n c eStudents who are registered at least three-quarters time (9 semesterhours of credit) and who need money to attend school mayparticipate in work-study. Recipients of benefits under theprovisions of Chapters 30, 31, 32, 35, and 106 may be eligible.Students may work up to 400 hours during a semester and receiveeither the federal minimum wage or the state minimum wage,whichever is greater.For Fu rther In f o rm a t i o nInformation and applications are available from the student’s advisoror at www.umuc.edu/vabenefits on the UMUC Web site.G R A D U A T I O N S E R V I C E SA graduation ceremony is held in May each year. Studentswho completed degree requirements the previous August andDecember, as well as those who complete their requirementsthat May, are invited to participate.Students who expect to complete the requirements for a degreeare responsible for making sure they have completed an officialevaluation (details on p. 242), filing an application for a diploma(available online at https://my.umuc.edu) with UndergraduateStudent Affairs, and paying the appropriate fee (currently $50).This may be done at the time of the final semester’s registrationor up to the following dates:December graduation October 1May graduation February 15August graduation June 15Students whose applications for a diploma are received after thedeadlines will be considered for receiving degrees at the next graduation.Students who do not complete degree requirements in thesemester or term in which they first applied for graduation mustcomplete a new application for diploma and pay the fee for thesemester or term in which they will graduate.Students pursuing certificates must apply for certificates bythe same deadlines. The application form is available onlineat https://my.umuc.edu.Tu t o rial AssistanceVeterans, active-duty military personnel, and re s e rvists re c e i v i n gfunding assistance from the U.S. De p a rtment of Veterans Affairsmay qualify for tutorial assistance. Students enrolled at least halftime may qualify. Payments are allowed when students demonstratedeficiency in courses that are re q u i red for their degree pro g r a m s .246

S E R V I C E S T O S T U D E N T ST R A N S C R I P T S E R V I C E SOfficial academic re c o rds are maintained by Undergraduate St u -dent Affairs at UMUC. Official transcripts show coursew o rk takent h rough UMUC. For students who have re c e i ved an official eva l u a-tion and have regular status, transfer credit from other institutions(including others in the Un i versity System of Ma ryland) is listedas well. Students’ records are considered confidential. Therefore,UMUC releases transcripts only upon receiving a signed requestfrom the student and payment of the appropriate fee. (For studentswho submit requests online, the student and personal identificationnumbers are considered an official signature.)Procedures and forms for requesting transcripts are availableonline at www.umuc.edu/forms. A fee is charged for each UMUCtranscript that is issued; an additional fee is charged for rush processing.Transcripts should be requested at least two weeks beforethey will actually be needed. No transcripts will be released untilall financial obligations to the university have been satisfied.S T U D E N T A D V I S O R Y C O U N C I LThe Student Advisory Council provides an avenue for studentsto express their concerns about UMUC or their academic career.The council consists of 12 members, elected by their fellow students,who act in an advisory capacity to the university president,provost, deans, and other officials on behalf of all students.Students who would like to see certain issues addressed or whohave questions should contact their council representative bye-mail at stac@umuc.edu.More information on shared governance is available in the appendicesof this catalog and online at www.umuc.edu/gov.O T H E R R E S O U R C E SB o o k s t o re sTextbooks and supplies may be ord e red online, by phone or fax, orin person from several bookstores, many of which are convenient tothe sites where classes meet. At some regional locations, either thetextbooks themselves or order forms are available to facilitate purchases.Bookstores usually have updated lists of the books re q u i re dfor each course. The undergraduate Schedule of Classes and theUMUC Web site contain information about obtaining re q u i red andrecommended textbooks and other materials.Ca reer CenterThe Career Center at UMUC serves all UMUC undergraduateand graduate students and alumni worldwide. It also serves theemployer community by preparing self-aware employees whoknow their strengths, skills, values, and uniqueness, and wherethey might potentially fit in today’s global marketplace.The Career Center provides resources and services includingonline résumé and job list posting, workshops and seminars aboutjob searches and career planning, career counseling and résuméreview, mentoring, and automatic e-mail updates and announcements.Complete information on the services of the CareerCenter can be found online at www.umuc.edu/careercenter.Computer Labs and Se rv i c e sComputer labs are available at many UMUC sites (includingAdelphi, Annapolis, Shady Grove, and Waldorf). These labs areavailable primarily for the use of students completing coursework,but are also open to faculty members, staff, and alumni on a firstcome,first-served basis on presentation of a valid UMUC ID.Students must bring a floppy or zip disk to save data or documents.Lab assistants are available during scheduled hours to help userswith resident software programs, but cannot provide tutoring.Students may also access host computers at UMUC via theInternet using Telnet. Two host systems are accessible: Nova andPolaris. Students must have an account for the particular systemthey wish to use. For most students taking courses in computing,accounts are set up automatically as part of the coursework andare valid for the duration of the class.Technical support for students taking online courses is available24 hours a day, seven days a week, at webtychosupport@umuc.eduor 800-807-4862.Drug and Alcohol Aw a re n e s sAs required by federal law, UMUC provides referral services forstudents with concerns about the use or abuse of alcohol anddrugs. Students may discuss referrals with their advisor.In f o rmation and Library Se rvicesUMUC’s Information and Library Services promotes the useof library technology and resources, teaches courses in libraryresearch, and provides access to a variety of online libraryresources on its Web page at www.umuc.edu/library. Services tostudents include direct borrowing privileges at all UniversitySystem of Maryland and affiliated institution (USMAI) campuslibraries, access to the USMAI online catalog interlibrary loanservices, and access to library resources via the Internet.247

S E R V I C E S T O S T U D E N T SLibrary ResourcesStudents may access an extensive array of online journal databasesand national and international newspapers via the Informationand Library Services Web page at www.umuc.edu/library; orthrough WebTycho, UMUC’s online course delivery system.Authorized library users may access more than 100 databases—most of which index or link to full-text articles covering business,management, social science, science, arts and humanities, andcomputer and information systems.Currently enrolled students have borrowing privileges at USMAIlibraries. The USMAI online catalog provides access to USMAIbooks. Students can access the USMAI online catalog from theInformation and Library Services Web page at www.umuc.edu/library, through WebTycho, and at any USMAI library or UMUCregional site.USMAI library materials can be delivered to any USMAI library(including the Shady Grove Center library) or UMUC circulationsite (at the Annapolis Center and the Waldorf Center for HigherEducation) for pickup. UMUC students who reside outsideMaryland (but within the continental United States) may havebooks sent to their address of record. In addition, all UMUC studentsmay use interlibrary loan to request that journal articles orbook chapters not available in full text online be sent to themeither by mail or electronically in portable document format(PDF) via the Web.Library Instruction and Research AssistanceStudents are often overwhelmed by or are unaware of the vastnessof the resources—print, nonprint, and automated—available tothem. Information and Library Services provides classroom andonline instruction and individualized research assistance.At the request of a faculty member, Information and LibrarySe rvices can arrange for an in-class or online presentation to introducestudents to locating and learning to use re l e vant libraryre s o u rces. Online students may access the Peck Vi rtual LibraryC l a s s room within We b Tycho as an additional free re s o u rce to helpthem improve their re s e a rch skills. UMUC also offers LIBS 150Information Literacy and Re s e a rch Methods, a re q u i red 1-cre d i tcourse that focuses on developing information literacy skills.UMUC reference librarians are available by phone, online, andat several locations to assist students with their research needs.Specific locations and hours are listed online at www.umuc.edu/library. Students may also obtain reference assistance or informationabout library services by calling Information and LibraryServices at 800-888-UMUC, ext. 7209; by sending an e-mailmessage to library@umuc.edu; or by accessing UMUC’s realtimeonline interactive chat or library conference via the Webat www.umuc.edu/library (students should click on “Ask aQuestion”). Chat, e-mail, and phone assistance are now available24 hours a day, seven days a week.Tu t o ri n gA number of online, on-site, and referral services are availableto students who are interested in academic help beyond theclassroom. UMUC services that are provided online or on-site(in computing and writing) carry no charge. Fees for tutors onUMUC referral lists are arranged privately between student andtutor. Students may call 800-888-UMUC for general tutoringinformation.Writing Re s o u rc e sUMUC’s Effective Writing Center provides a variety of servicesand resources for students, including individual tutors, self-studymodules, and reference tools. The Center may be accessed on theWeb at www.umuc.edu/writingcenter/.Free in-person writing services are also available to UMUCstudents at the University of Maryland, College Park (UMCP)Writing Center in room 0125 of Taliaferro Hall on the UMCPcampus. Students should call 301-405-3785 for information andappointments.UMUC’s Guide to Writing and Research is required for use in allundergraduate courses where another such guide is not alreadyrequired. The online guide may be found on the Effective WritingCenter Web page.Alumni AssociationThe UMUC Alumni Association was established in 1990 to suppo rt, enhance, and promote UMUC and its community of alumniand students worldwide. The Alumni Association reaches out toall members of the UMUC community with opportunities tobecome involved in association activities as well as professionaland personal development seminars and workshops.With a membership of more than 100,000 alumni, the associationoffers programs and services that are beneficial to both alumniand students. In addition to funding scholarships for UMUCstudents, the association seeks to encourage alumni and studentsto participate actively in the UMUC community by attendingevents, volunteering, and staying connected to their alma materin ways that contribute to its success.Membership in the UMUC Alumni Association is automaticupon graduation—there are no applications or fees. Benefitsinclude discounts and special services, free subscriptions andaccess to online listservers, and access to career planningresources and computer labs.Mo re information about the UMUC Alumni Association is ava i l-able online at w w w. u m u c a l u m n i . o r g ; by contacting the AlumniRelations office at 800-888-UMUC, ext. 7179; or by sending ane-mail to a l u m n i @ u m u c . e d u . Student inquiries are always we l c o m e .248

AdministrationU N I V E R S I T Y S Y S T E M O F M A R Y L A N DU M U CB o ard of Regents (2004–5)Clifford M. Kendall, ChairmanDavid H. Nevins, Vice ChairmanAdela M. AcostaThomas B. Finan Jr.Patricia S. Florestano, Assistant TreasurerR. Michael GillNina Rodale Houghton, Assistant SecretaryRichard E. HugOrlan M. Johnson, TreasurerMarvin MandelRobert L. MitchellA. Dwight PettitRobert L. Pevenstein, SecretaryLewis R. Riley, Ex OfficioJames C. RosapepeJoseph D. TydingsJeremy Horine, Student RegentOffi c e r sWilliam E. Kirwan, ChancellorIrwin Goldstein, Vice Chancellor for Academic AffairsJoseph F. Vivona, Vice Chancellor for Administration and FinancePresidents of the In s t i t u t i o n sCalvin W. Lowe, Bowie State UniversityStanley F. Battle, Coppin State CollegeCatherine R. Gira, Frostburg State UniversityJanet Dudley-Eshbach, Salisbury State UniversityRobert L. Caret, Towson UniversityRobert L. Bogomolny, University of BaltimoreDavid J. Ramsay, University of Maryland, BaltimoreFreeman A. Hrabowski III, Un i versity of Ma ryland, Ba l t i m o re CountyClayton Daniel Mote Jr., University of Maryland, College ParkThelma B. Thompson, University of Maryland Eastern ShoreGerald A. Heeger, University of Maryland University CollegePresidents of the Major ComponentsDonald F. Boesch, University of Maryland Center forEnvironmental ScienceJennie C. Hunter-Cevera, University of MarylandBiotechnology InstituteGerald A. Heeger, PresidentNicholas H. Allen, Provost and Chief Academic OfficerVincent P. Conti, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial OfficerJoseph J. Arden, Vice President, Overseas Military ProgramsGregg Chottiner, Vice President, Information TechnologyRobert Gay, Vice President, Enrollment ManagementJohn F. Jones Jr., Vice President, Department of Defense RelationsErytheia Lambert-Jones, Vice President, Human ResourcesJavier Miyares, Vice President, Planning and AccountabilityGeorge Shoenberger, Vice President, AdministrationRachel Zelkind, Vice President and General CounselMary Ellen Hrutka, Vice Provost and Dean, School ofUndergraduate StudiesLawrence E. Leak, Vice Provost, Academic AffairsSalvatore J. Monaco, Vice Provost and Dean, Graduate School ofManagement and TechnologyRobert Jerome, Acting Associate Provost, Faculty AffairsKimberly B. Kelley, Associate Provost, Information andLibrary ServicesTheodore Stone, Acting Associate Provost, Instructional Design,Delivery, and SupportM. Theresa Cook, Senior Associate Vice President, AdministrationJean Bielefeldt, Associate Vice President, Human ResourcesMerodie Hancock, Associate Vice President, Business ProcessImprovementDawn Mosisa, Associate Vice President, Financial AidRobert Stahl, Associate Vice President, OperationsCynthia Lyons, Interim Assistant Provost, Records ManagementPershail Young, Assistant Provost, Student AffairsJames Cronin, Assistant Vice President, Department of DefenseProgram ManagementBenjamin Birge, Assistant Vice President, Governmental RelationsJackie Bowen, Assistant Vice President and Executive Director,Institutional AdvancementCristina Dewe y, Assistant Vice President, National Mi l i t a ry Ou t re a c hMichelle Dunn, Assistant Vice President, Ma rk e t i n gEugene D. Lockett Jr., Assistant Vice President, AdministrationBenjamin Lowenthal, Assistant Vice President, Finance, andController249

A D M I N I S T R A T I O NSchool of Undergraduate St u d i e sOffice of the DeanMary Ellen Hrutka, Vice Provost and Dean, School ofUndergraduate Studies, and Collegiate ProfessorCynthia Davis, Associate Dean, Academic Affairs,and Collegiate ProfessorRoger Davis, Interim Associate Dean, Administrative Affairs,and Collegiate Assistant ProfessorShawna Acker, Assistant to the Dean and Collegiate InstructorBarbara Awuku-Asabre, Assistant to the DeanEvelin Letarte, Assistant to the DeanKerry Pezzuti, Information ManagerGreg von Lehmen, Interim Senior Associate Dean andCollegiate ProfessorAnushka Morales, Assistant to the DeanBusiness and Management StudiesMike Riley, Assistant Dean and Collegiate ProfessorNathaniel Calloway, Academic Director, Marketing,and Collegiate Associate ProfessorJoe Chiappa, Coordinator of Academic SupportSpedden Hause, Academic Director, General Management,and Collegiate Associate ProfessorDaniel Hudak, Assistant Academic Director, Business andManagement, and Collegiate Associate ProfessorDeloris James, Assistant Academic Director, Business andManagement, and Collegiate Associate ProfessorAmanda Knapp, Assistant Director, Academic SupportBrian Loughlin, Academic Director, Accounting, and CollegiateAssociate ProfessorEdwin Mah, Director, Accounting and Finance, and CollegiateAssociate ProfessorMotee Persaud, Academic Director, Business Law and Public Policy,and Collegiate ProfessorThomas G. Thompson, Academic Director, Human ResourceManagement and Marketing, and Collegiate Associate ProfessorRobert Tipple, Assistant Academic Director, Business andManagement, and Collegiate Associate ProfessorJoseph M. Whelan, Chair, Accounting, Economics, and Finance,and Collegiate Associate ProfessorCommunication, Arts, and HumanitiesPamela Monaco, Assistant Dean and Collegiate ProfessorLisa Bernstein, Assistant Director, Effective Writing Program,and Collegiate Assistant ProfessorBud Burkhard, Academic Director, History, and Collegiate ProfessorAndrew Cavanaugh, Assistant Academic Director, EnglishLiz Enriquez, Assistant Director, Academic SupportChris Leche, Academic Dire c t o r, Humanities, and Collegiate Pro f e s s o rAmy Matten, Academic Director, Communication Studies,Journalism, and Speech, and Collegiate Associate ProfessorElizabeth Mulherrin, Academic Director, LIBS 150Katie Nielson, Assistant Director, Foreign Languages,and Collegiate Associate ProfessorDonna Oti, Assistant Director, Communication Studies,and Collegiate Associate ProfessorMatthew Prineas, Academic Director, English,and Collegiate Associate ProfessorComputer Information Systems and TechnologyS. K. Bhaskar, Assistant Dean and Collegiate Associate ProfessorArthur Huseonica, Academic Director, Computer Studies,and Collegiate Associate ProfessorAlice Mitchell, Assistant Director, Academic Support,and Collegiate Assistant ProfessorGary Muren, Academic Director, Computer Information Technology,and Collegiate Associate ProfessorLoyce Pailen, Assistant Academic Director, Information SystemsManagement, and Collegiate Assistant ProfessorJames Robertson, Academic Director, Computer and InformationScience, and Collegiate Assistant ProfessorJanet Zimmer, Academic Director, Information SystemsManagement, and Collegiate Associate ProfessorProfessional PracticeDebra Tervala, Assistant Dean and Collegiate ProfessorPaula Adeline, Coordinator, Professional PracticeSophia Carr Friday, Academic Director, Criminal Justice andGovernment and Politics, and Collegiate Associate ProfessorRob Dickson, Coordinator, Prior LearningLouise M. Gussin, Academic Director, Legal Studies,and Collegiate Associate ProfessorJoAnne Hildebrand, Academic Director, Fire Science,and Collegiate Associate ProfessorPilkyu Kim, Assistant Academic Director, Government and Politics,and Collegiate ProfessorCandice Kramer, Director, Prior LearningSara Kwolek, Assistant Director, Cooperative EducationStan Lacienski, Assistant Director, Prior Learning,and Collegiate Assistant ProfessorJay LeMaster, Associate Director, Prior Learning,and Collegiate Assistant ProfessorPhyllis Thibodeau, Director, Cooperative EducationSocial, Behavioral, Natural, and Mathematical SciencesChristina Sax, Assistant Dean and Collegiate ProfessorJohn Beyers, Academic Director, Mathematics and Statistics,and Collegiate Professor250

A D M I N I S T R A T I O NKatherine Humber, Assistant Director, Academic Support,and Collegiate Assistant ProfessorSteven Kronheim, Academic Director, Psychology, andCollegiate ProfessorRobin Majeski, Academic Director, Gerontology and Social Science,and Collegiate Associate ProfessorCynthia Munshell, Director, Academic Quality for the Sciences,and Collegiate Associate ProfessorDarlene Smucny, Assistant Academic Director, Science andMathematics, and Collegiate Associate ProfessorKathleen Warner, Academic Director, Science, and CollegiateAssociate ProfessorAcademic SuccessSharon Morgenthaler, Director and Collegiate Associate ProfessorSonya-Marie Riley, Assistant Director, Special ProjectsCorporate Outreach and Special ProgramsVictoria Peterson, DirectorFaculty and Distance Education ServicesPatti Wolf, Director and Collegiate Associate ProfessorInstructional TechnologyEnid Bank, Director and Collegiate Associate ProfessorRegional ProgramsMarkie Campbell, Director of OperationsLisa Romano, Director, Community RelationsStudent Aff a i r sNanette Mack, Interim University Registrar and ExecutiveDirector, SchedulingCynthia Lyons, Interim Assistant Provost, Records ManagementPershail C. Young, Assistant Provost, Student AffairsNoelle L. Atwell, Director, Veteran and Disabled Student ServicesKeith D. Bryant, Special Assistant to the Vice ProvostLori Dinkins, Assistant RegistrarDee Houston, Senior Executive Assistant to the Vice ProvostLinda Limberger, Associate RegistrarAngela D. Thompson, Computer System AdministratorDiane Wolfe, Records CoordinatorJanet Thomas Sebring, Lead AdministratorLisa Crowe Mercer, Lead AdministratorEn rollment Ma n a g e m e n tRobert Gay, Vice PresidentSean Chung, Director, Graduate AdvisingTom Porch, Director, Undergraduate AdvisingAmy Eizeldin, Director, Enrollment ManagementJessica Henry, Director, AdmissionsUMUC Eu ro p eJohn C. Golembe, Director, UMUC EuropeAllan J. Berg, Associate DeanJanice A. Keller, Director, Student AffairsUMUC AsiaJoseph J. Arden, Vice President, UMUC AsiaLorraine Suzuki, Associate DeanPaul Brewer, Director, Student Affairs and JapanDouglas A. Franklin, Director, OkinawaGary T. Hunt, Director, KoreaFa c u ltyThe School of Undergraduate Studies has a large and distinguishedfaculty. UMUC faculty consistently win awards, publishhighly regarded scholarly works, and contribute to the intellectualunderstanding of their fields. They are well respected by bothpractitioner and academic peers. In keeping with UMUC’s missionof serving nontraditional students, UMUC faculty are alsonontraditional, bringing practical as well as academic experiencein their fields of expertise. Because the faculty understand andpractice what they teach, they are uniquely qualified to teach andguide students toward a richer and more robust understanding ofhow their academic learning translates into practice.The full list of undergraduate faculty, including the disciplinesthey teach and their academic credentials, is available online athttps://apps.umuc.edu/faculty_bios/list/dsp_list.cfm251

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C O N T A C T I N F O R M A T I O NU M U C A S I AYokota HeadquartersAddresses• From overseas U.S. military installations or from the UnitedStates:University of Maryland University CollegeUnit 5060, Box 0100APO AP 96328-0100• International (civilian from outside the United States):University of Maryland University CollegeBuilding 445, Yokota Air BaseFussa, Fussa-shiTokyo (197-0001) JapanTelephones• MilitaryWithin AsiaDSN: 225-3680Outside AsiaDSN: 315-225-3680• CivilianFrom the continental United States:+81-3117-55-3680From elsewhere:+81-42-552-2510, ext. 5-3680Fax• MilitaryWithin AsiaDSN: 225-8485Outside AsiaDSN: 315-225-8485• Civilian+81-42-551-8305E-Mailsservices@asia.umuc.eduWeb Sitewww.asia.umuc.eduJapan OfficeAddresses• From overseas U.S. military installations or from the UnitedStates:University of Maryland University CollegeUnit 5060, Box 0100APO AP 96328-0100• International (civilian from outside the United States):University of Maryland University CollegeBuilding 445, Yokota Air BaseFussa, Fussa-shiTokyo (197-0001) JapanTelephones• MilitaryWithin AsiaDSN: 225-3690Outside AsiaDSN: 315-225-3690• CivilianFrom the continental United States:+81-3117-55-3690From elsewhere:+81-42-552-2511, ext. 5-3690Fax• MilitaryWithin AsiaDSN: 225-3692Outside AsiaDSN: 315-225-3692• Civilian+81-3117-55-3692+81-42-552-2511, ext. 5-3692E-Mailojapan@asia.umuc.eduKorea OfficeAddresses• From overseas U.S. military installations or from the UnitedStates:University of Maryland University CollegeYongsan Education CenterUnit 15556, Box 0614APO AP 96205-5556• International (civilian from outside the United States):University of Maryland University CollegeYongsan U.S. 8th Army PostSeoul (140-120) Korea253

C O N T A C T I N F O R M A T I O NTelephones• MilitaryWithin AsiaDSN: 723-7141Outside AsiaDSN: 315-723-7141• Civilian+82-2-7913-7141Fax• MilitaryWithin AsiaDSN: 723-4087Outside AsiaDSN: 315-723-4087• Civilian+82-2-797-8843E-Mailokorea@asia.umuc.eduOkinawa OfficeAddresses• From overseas U.S. military installations or from the UnitedStates:University of Maryland University CollegeKadena Education Center18th MSS/DPEUnit 5134, Box 40APO AP 96368-5134• International (civilian from outside the United States):University of Maryland University CollegeEducation CenterKadena Air BaseBuilding 59, Room 206Kadena-cho Okinawa-shi,Okinawa-ken (904-0000) JapanTelephones• MilitaryWithin AsiaDSN: 634-4383Outside AsiaDSN: 315-634-4383• CivilianFrom the continental United States:+81-6117-34-4383From elsewhere:+81-98-938-1111, ext. 4-4383Fax• MilitaryWithin AsiaDSN: 634-3318Outside AsiaDSN: 315-634-3318• Civilian+81-98-939-5429E-Mailookinawa@asia.umuc.eduGuam OfficeAddressUniversity of Maryland University College36 MSS/DPE (UMD)Unit 14001, Box 14APO AP 96543-4001Telephones• MilitaryWithin AsiaDSN: 366-7132Outside AsiaDSN: 315-366-7132• Civilian1-671-366-7132Fax• MilitaryWithin AsiaDSN: 366-4785Outside AsiaDSN: 315-366-4785• Civilian1-671-366-4785E-Mailoguam@asia.umuc.eduCatalogsCatalogs may be obtained by writing to UMUC Asia, Unit 5060,B ox 0100, APO AP 96328 or to O verseas Programs, Un i versity ofMaryland University College, 3501 University Boulevard East,Adelphi, MD 20783-8067. The catalog is also available online atw w w. a s i a . u m u c . e d u.254

AppendicesS T A T E M E N T S O N P O L I C I E S A N D P R O C E D U R E SAppendix APolicy on Student Classification for Admission,Tuition, and Charge Differential Purposes( Ap p roved by the Board of Regents August 28, 1990; Amended Ju l y10, 1998; Amended November 27, 2000; Amended April 11, 2003)I. PolicyIt is the policy of the Board of Regents of the UniversitySystem of Maryland (USM) to recognize the categories ofin-state and out-of-state students for the purpose of admission,tuition, and charge differentials at those institutionswhere such differentiation has been established.A. An in-state student is a student whom the university determinesto be a permanent resident of the state of Ma ry l a n d .For the purposes of this policy, “permanent resident” isdefined as a person who satisfies all the following conditionsand has done so for at least twe l ve (12) consecutive monthsimmediately prior to and including the last date available toregister for courses in the semester/term for which the personseeks in-state status:1. Is not residing in the state of Maryland primarily toattend an educational institution;2. Owns and continuously occupies or rents and continuouslyoccupies living quarters in Ma ryland. T h e re mustexist a genuine deed or lease in the individual’s namereflecting payments/rents and terms typical of those inthe community at the time executed. Persons not havingsuch a lease may submit an affidavit reflectingpayments/rents and terms, as well as the name andaddress of the person to whom payments are madethat may be considered as meeting this condition. Asan alternative to ownership or rental of living quart e r sin Maryland, a student may share living quarters inMa ryland that are owned or rented and occupied by ap a rent, legal guardian, or spouse;3. Maintains within Maryland substantially all personalproperty;4. Pays Maryland income tax on all earned taxableincome, including all taxable income earned outsidethe state;5. Registers all owned motor vehicles in Maryland inaccordance with Maryland law;6. Possesses a valid Maryland driver’s license, iflicensed, in accordance with Maryland law;7. Is registered in Maryland, if registered to vote;8 . Re c e i ves no public assistance from a state other thanthe state of Ma ryland or from a city, county or municipalagency other than one in Ma ryland; and9. Has a legal ability under federal and Ma ryland law tol i ve permanently without interruption in Ma ryland.B. In addition, persons with the following status shall beaccorded the benefits of in-state status for the period inwhich they hold such status:1. A full-time or part-time (at least 50 percent–time) re g-ular employee of the USM.2. The spouse or financially dependent child of a fulltimeor part-time (at least 50 percent–time) regularemployee of the USM.3 . A full-time active member of the Armed Fo rces of theUnited States whose home of residency is Ma ry l a n dor one who resides or is stationed in Maryland, orthe spouse or a financially dependent child of sucha person.4. For UMUC, a full-time active member of the ArmedForces of the United States on active duty, or thespouse of a member of the Armed Forces of theUnited States on active duty.5. A graduate assistant appointed through the USMfor the semester/term of the appointment. Exceptthrough prior arrangement, this benefit is ava i l a b l eonly for enrollment at the institution awarding thea s s i s t a n t s h i p.C . Students not entitled to in-state status under the pre c e d-ing paragraphs shall be assigned out-of-state status foradmission, tuition, and charge-differential purposes.D. Assignment of in-state or out-of-state classification will bemade by the university upon an assessment of the totalityof facts known or presented to it. The person seeking instatestatus shall have the burden of proving that he or shesatisfies all re q u i rements.E. Either of the following circumstances raise a pre s u m p t i o nthat the student is residing in the state of Ma ryland primarilyfor the purpose of attending an educational institution:1. The student was attending high school or residing outsideMa ryland at the time of application for admissionto a USM institution, or2. The student is both (a) not financially independentand (b) is financially dependent upon a person whois not a resident of Maryland.The burden shall be on the student to rebut the presumption.255

A P P E N D I C E SII.III.ProceduresA. An initial determination of in-state status will be madeby the university at the time a student’s application fora d m i ssion is under consideration. The determinationmade at that time, and any determination made thereafter,shall p re vail for each semester/term until the determinationis successfully challenged in a timely manner.B. A change in status must be requested by submitting a USM“Petition for Change in Classification for Admission,Tuition, and Charge Di f f e rential.” A student applying for achange to in-state status must furnish all required documentationwith the petition by the last published date toregister for the forthcoming semester/term for which thechange in classification is sought.IV.C. The student shall notify the institution in writing withinfifteen (15) days of any change in circumstances thatmay alter in-state status.D. In the event incomplete, false, or misleading informationis presented, the institution may, at its discretion, re vo k ein-state status and take disciplinary action provided forby the institution’s policy. Such action may include suspensionor expulsion. If in-state status is gained due tofalse or misleading information, the university reservesthe right to retroactively assess all out-of-state chargesfor each semester/term affected.E. Each institution of the USM shall develop and publish additionalpro c e d u res to implement this policy. Pro c e d u re sshall provide that on request the president or designee hasthe authority to waive any residency criterion set forth inSection I if it is determined that the student is indeed apermanent resident and the application of the criteria createsan unjust result. These pro c e d u res shall be filed withthe Office of the Chancellor.DefinitionsA. Financially Dependent: For the purposes of this policy, afinancially dependent student is one who is claimed as adependent for tax purposes or who receives more thanone-half of his or her support from another person duringthe twe l ve- (12-) month period immediately prior tothe last published date for registration for the semester orsession. If a student re c e i ves more than one-half of his orher support in the aggregate from more than one person,the student shall be considered financially dependent onthe person providing the greater amount of support.B. Financially Independent: A financially independent studentis one who (1) declares himself or herself to be financiallyindependent as defined herein; (2) does not appear as adependent on the federal or state income tax return of anyother person; (3) re c e i ves less than one-half of his or hers u p p o rt from any other person or persons; and (4) demonstratesthat he or she provides through self-generated suppo rt one-half or more of his or her total expenses.C. Pa rent: A parent may be a natural parent, or, if establishedby a court order re c o g n i zed under the law of the state ofMa ryland, an adoptive parent.D. Gu a rdian: A guardian is a person so appointed by a courto rder re c o g n i zed under the law of the state of Ma ryland.E. Spouse: A spouse is a partner in a legally contractedmarriage.F. Child: A child is a natural child or a child legally adoptedpursuant to a court order recognized under the law ofMaryland.G. Self-Generated: Self-generated describes income that isd e r i ved solely from compensation for an individual’s ow ne f f o rts as evidenced, for example, by federal or state W- 2forms or IRS Form 1099, where interest income is basedupon finances created from one’s own efforts. For the purposesof this policy, grants, stipends, awards, benefits, loans,and gifts (including federal and state aid, grants, and loans)may not be used as self-generated income.H. Regular Em p l oyee: A regular employee is a person empl oyed by the USM who is assigned to a state budget lineor who is otherwise eligible to enroll in a state re t i re m e n tsystem. Examples of categories not considered regulare m p l oyees are graduate students, contingent employe e s ,and independent contractors.ImplementationThis policy as amended by the Board of Regents on Nove m b e r27, 2000, shall be applied to all student residency classificationdecisions made on or after this date.Appendix BPolicies of the Ma ryland Higher Education Co m m i s s i o non General Ed u c a t i o n and Transfer from PublicInstitutions in Maryland(Code of Maryland Regulations Title 13B, Subtitle 06,Chapter 01)I. Scope and ApplicabilityThis chapter applies only to public institutions of highereducation.256

A P P E N D I C E SII.DefinitionsA. In this chapter, the following terms have the meaningsindicated.B. Terms Defined1. “AA degree” means the Associate of Arts degree.2. “AAS degree” means the Associate of AppliedSciences degree.3. “A rt s” means courses that examine aesthetics and thed e velopment of the aesthetic form and explore therelationship between theory and practice. Courses inthis area may include fine arts, performing and studioa rts, appreciation of the arts, and history of the art s .4. “AS degree” means the Associate of Sciences degree.5 . “ Biological and physical sciences” means coursesthat examine living systems and the physical unive r s e .They i n t roduce students to the variety of methodsused to collect, interpret, and apply scientific data,and to an understanding of the relationship betwe e nscientific theory and application.6. “English composition courses” means courses thatprovide students with communication knowledgeand skills appropriate to various writing situations,including intellectual inquiry and academic re s e a rc h .7. “General education” means the foundation of thehigher education curriculum providing a coherentintellectual experience for all students.8 . “ General education pro g r a m” means a program that isdesigned toa .In t roduce undergraduates to the fundam e n t a lk n owledge, skills, and values that are essential tothe study of academic disciplines;b. Encourage the pursuit of lifelong learning; andc .Foster the deve l o pment of educated members ofthe community and the world.9. “ Hu m a n i t i e s” means courses that examine the va l u e sand cultural heritage that establish the frameworkfor inquiry into the meaning of life. Courses in theh u m a nities may include the language, history, literatu re, and philosophy of Western and other culture s .10. “Mathematics” means courses that provide studentswith numerical, analytical, statistical, and problemsolvingskills.1 1 . “ Na t i ve student” means a student whose initial collegee n rollment was at a given institution of higher educationand who has not transferred to another institutionof higher education since that initial enrollment.III.12. “ Parallel pro g r a m” means the program of study orcourses at one institution of higher education thathas objectives comparable to those at another highereducation institution, for example, a transfer pro g r a min psychology in a community college is definable asa p rogram parallel to a baccalaureate psychology programat a four-year institution of higher education.13. “ Receiving institution” means the institution of highereducation at which a transfer student currently desire sto enro l l .14. “ Recommended transfer pro g r a m” means a plannedp rogram of courses, both general education and coursesin the major, taken at a community college, that isapplicable to a baccalaureate program at a re c e i v i n ginstitution—and ordinarily the first two years of theb a c c a l a u reate degre e .15. “Sending institution” means the institution ofhigher education of most recent previous enrollmentby a transfer student at which transferableacademic credit was earned.16. “ Social and behavioral sciences” means courses thatexamine the psychology of individuals and the waysin which individuals, groups, or segments of societybehave, function, and influence one another. Thecourses include, but are not limited to, subjects thatfocus ona . Hi s t o ry and cultural diversity;b. Concepts of groups, work, and political systems;c . Applications of q u a l i t a t i ve and quantitative datato social issues; andd. Interdependence of individuals, society, and thephysical environment.17. “Transfer student” means a student entering an institutionfor the first time, having successfully completed aminimum of 12 semester hours at another institutionthat are applicable for credit at the institution the studentis entering.Admission of Transfer Students to Public InstitutionsA. Admission to Institutions1. A student attending a public institution who hascompleted an AA, AAS, or AS degree, or who hascompleted 56 or more semester hours of credit, shallnot be denied direct transfer to another public institutionif the student attained a cumulative gradepointaverage of at least 2.0 on a 4.0 scale or itsequivalent in parallel courses, except as providedin Section A.4 below.257

A P P E N D I C E S2 . A student attending a public institution who has notcompleted an AA, AAS, or AS degree, or who hascompleted fewer than 56 semester hours of credit,is eligible to transfer to a public institution re g a rdlessof the number of credits earned if the studenta .Satisfied the admission criteria of that re c e i v i n gpublic institution as a high school senior; andb. Attained at least a cumulative grade-point ave r a g eof 2.0 on a 4.0 scale or its equivalent in parallelc o u r s e s .3. A student attending a public institution who did notsatisfy the admission criteria of a receiving public institutionas a high school senior, but who has earned sufficientcredits at a public institution to be classified bythe receiving public institution as a sophomore, shallmeet the stated admission criteria developed and publishedby the receiving public institution for transfer.4. If the number of students seeking admission exc e e d sthe number that can be accommodated at a re c e i v-ing public institution, admission decisions shall bea .Based on criteria developed and published bythe receiving public institution; andb. Made to provide fair and equal t reatment forn a t i ve and transfer students.B. Admission to Programs1 . A receiving public institution may require higherperformance standards for admission to some programsif the standards and criteria for admission to thep rograma .A re developed and published by the re c e i vingpublic institution; andb. Maintain fair and equal treatment for nativeand transfer students.2. If the number of students seeking admission exc e e d sthe number that can be accommodated in a part i c u l a rp rofessional or specialized program, admission decisionsshall bea .Based on criteria developed and published bythe receiving public institution; andb. Made to provide fair and equal treatment forn a t i ve and transfer students.3. Courses taken at a public institution as part of arecommended transfer program leading toward abaccalaureate degree shall be applicable to relatedp rograms at a receiving public institution grantingthe baccalaureate degree.IV.C. Receiving Institution Program Responsibility1. The faculty of a receiving public institution shall beresponsible for development and determination ofthe p rogram re q u i rements in major fields of study fora baccalaureate degree, including courses in the majorfield of study taken in the lower division.2. A receiving public institution may set program re q u i rementsin major fields of study that simultaneouslyfulfill general education requirements.3 . A receiving public institution, in developing lowe r -division coursew o rk, shall exchange information withother public institutions to facilitate the transfer ofc redits into its programs.General Education Requirements for Public InstitutionsA. While public institutions have the autonomy to design theirgeneral education program to meet their unique needs andmission, that program shall conform to the definitions andcommon standards in this chapter. A public institution shallsatisfy the general education re q u i rement by1. Requiring each program leading to the AA or ASd e g ree to include no fewer than 30 and no more than36 semester hours, and each baccalaureate degree programto include no fewer than 40 and no more than46 semester hours of re q u i red core courses, with thec o re requiring, at a minimum, coursew o rk in each ofthe following five areas:a. Arts and humanities,b. Social and behavioral sciences,c. Biological and physical sciences,d. Mathematics, ande. English compositionor2. Conforming with COMAR 13B.02.02.16D(2)(b)-(c).B. Each core course used to satisfy the distribution requirementsof Section A.1 of this regulation shall carry atleast 3 semester hours.C. General education programs of public institutions shallrequire at least1. One course in each of two disciplines in arts andhumanities;2. One course in each of two disciplines in social andbehavioral sciences;3. Two science courses, at least one of which shall be alaboratory course;258

A P P E N D I C E S4. One course in mathematics at or above the level ofcollege algebra; and5. One course in English composition.D. Interdisciplinary and Emerging Issues1 . In addition to the five re q u i red areas in Section A ofthis regulation, a public institution may include up to8 semester hours in a sixth category that addressesemerging issues that institutions have identified asessential to a full program of general education fortheir students. These courses maya. Be integrated into other general educationcourses or be presented as separate courses; andb. Include courses that(i) Provide an interdisciplinary examination ofissues across the five areas; or(ii) Address other categories of knowledge,skills, and values that lie outside of the fiveareas.2. Public institutions may not include the courses inthis section in a general education program unlessthey provide academic content and rigor equiva l e n tto the areas in Section A.1 of this regulation.E. General education programs leading to the AAS degreeshall include at least 20 semester hours from the samecourse list designated by the sending institution for the AAand AS degrees. The AAS degree shall include at least one3-semester-hour course from each of the five areas listed inSection A.1 of this re g u l a t i o n.F. A course in a discipline listed in more than one of theareas of general education may be applied only to onearea of general education.G. A public institution may allow a speech communicationor foreign language course to be part of the arts andhumanities category.H. Composition and literature courses may be placed inthe arts and humanities area if literature is included aspart of the content of the course.I. Public institutions may not include physical education skillscourses as part of the general education re q u i re m e n t s .J. General education courses shall reflect current scholarshipin the discipline and provide re f e rence to theoretical frameworksand methods of inquiry appropriate to academicdisciplines.K . Courses that are theoretical may include applications, butall applications courses shall include theoretical componentsif they are to be included as meeting general educationrequirements.L . Public institutions may incorporate knowledge and skillsinvolving the use of quantitative data, effective writing,information re t r i e val, and information literacy when possiblein the general education pro g r a m .M. Notwithstanding Section A.1 of this regulation, a publicfour-year institution may require 48 semester hours ofre q u i red core courses if courses upon which the institution’scurriculum is based carry 4 semester hours.N. Public institutions shall develop systems to ensure thatcourses approved for inclusion on the list of general educationcourses are designed and assessed to comply withthe requirements of this chapter.V. Transfer of General Education CreditA. A student transferring to one public institution from anotherpublic institution shall re c e i ve general education credit forw o rk completed at the student’s sending institution as p rovidedby this chapter.B. A completed general education program shall transfer withoutfurther re v i ew or approval by the receiving institutionand without the need for a course-by-course match.C. Courses that are defined as general education by one institutionshall transfer as general education even if thereceiving institution does not have that specific course orhas not designated that course as general education.D . The receiving institution shall give lower-division generaleducation credits to a transferring student who has takenany part of the lower-division general education creditsdescribed in Regulation IV of this chapter at a public institutionfor any general education courses successfully completedat the sending institution.E. Except as provided in Regulation IV.M of this chapter, areceiving institution may not re q u i re a transfer student whohas completed the requisite number of general educationc redits at any public college or university to take, as a conditionof graduation, more than 10–16 additional semesterhours of general education and specific courses re q u i red ofall students at the receiving institution, with the total numbernot to exceed 46 semester hours. This provision doesnot re l i e ve students of the obligation to complete specificacademic program re q u i rements or course pre re q u i s i t e sre q u i red by a receiving institution.F. A sending institution shall designate on or with the studenttranscript those courses that have met its generaleducation requirements, as well as indicate whether thestudent has completed the general education program.259

A P P E N D I C E SVI.G. AAS Degrees1. While there may be variance in the numbers of hoursof general education re q u i red for AA, AS, and AASd e g rees at a given institution, the courses identified asmeeting general education re q u i rements for all degre e sshall come from the same general education course listand exclude technical or career courses.2. An AAS student who transfers into a receiving institutionwith fewer than the total number of generaleducation credits designated by the receiving institutionshall complete the difference in credits accord i n gto the distribution as designated by the receiving institution.Except as provided in Regulation IV.M ofthis chapter, the total general education credits forbacc a l a u re a t e - d e g ree-granting public receiving institutionsmay not exceed 46 semester hours.H. Student ResponsibilitiesA student is held1. Accountable for the loss of credits thata. Result from changes in the student’s selectionof the major program of study,b. Were earned for remedial coursework, orc. Exceed the total course credits accepted intransfer as allowed by this chapter.2. Responsible for meeting all requirements of theacademic program of the receiving institution.Transfer of Nongeneral Education Program CreditA. Transfer to Another Public Institution1. Credit earned at any public institution in the stateis transferable to any other public institution if thea. Credit is from a college- or university-parallelcourse or program,b. Grades in the block of courses transferred average2.0 or higher, andc. Acceptance of the credit is consistent with thepolicies of the receiving institution governingnative students following the same program.2. If a native student’s “D” grade in a specific course isacceptable in a program, then a “D” earned by a transferstudent in the same course at a sending institutionis also acceptable in the program. Conversely, if an a t i ve student is re q u i red to earn a grade of “C” orbetter in a re q u i red course, the transfer student shallalso be re q u i red to earn a grade of “C” or better tomeet the same requirement.B. Credit earned in or transferred from a community collegeis limited to1. One-half the baccalaureate degree program requirementbut may not be more than 70 semester hours,and2. The first two years of the undergraduate educationexperience.C. Nontraditional Credit1. The assignment of credit for AP, CLEP, or othernationally re c o g n i zed standard i zed examination score sp resented by transfer students is determined accord i n gto the same standards that apply to native students inthe receiving institution, and the assignment shall beconsistent with the state minimum re q u i re m e n t s .2. Transfer of credit from the following areas shall beconsistent with COMAR 13B.02.02. and shall beevaluated by the receiving institution on a courseby-coursebasis:a. Technical courses from career programs,b. Course credit awarded through articulationagreements with other segments or agencies,c. Credit awarded for clinical practice or cooperativeeducation experiences, andd. Credit awarded for life and work experiences.3. The basis for the awarding of the credit shall beindicated on the student’s transcript by the receivinginstitution.4. The receiving institution shall inform a transferstudent of the procedures for validation of courseworkfor which there is no clear equivalency.Examples of validation procedures include ACErecommendations, portfolio assessment, creditthrough challenge examinations, and satisfactorycompletion of the next course in sequence in theacademic area.5. The receiving baccalaure a t e - d e g ree-granting institutionshall use validation pro c e d u res when a transferringstudent successfully completes a course at the lowe r -d i v ision level that the receiving institution offers at theupper-division level. The validated credits earned forthe course shall be substituted for the upper-divisionc o u r s e .D. Program Articulation1. Recommended transfer programs shall be deve l o p e dt h rough consultation between the sending and re c e i v-ing institutions. A recommended transfer pro g r a mre presents an agreement between the two institutionsthat allows students aspiring to the baccalaureate260

A P P E N D I C E SVII.d e g ree to plan their programs. These programs constitutefre s h m a n / s o p h o m o re - l e vel coursew o rk to betaken at the community college in fulfillment ofthe receiving institution’s lower-division coursew o rkrequirement.2. Recommended transfer programs in effect at the timethat this regulation takes effect, which conform to thisc h a p t e r, may be re t a i n e d .Academic Success and General Well-Being of TransferStudentsA. Sending Institutions1 . Community colleges shall encourage their students tocomplete the associate’s degree or to complete 56 hoursin a recommended transfer program that includes bothgeneral education courses and courses applicabletoward the program at the receiving institution.2. Community college students are encouraged tochoose as early as possible the institution and programinto which they expect to transfer.3. The sending institution shalla. Provide to community college students informationabout the specific transferability ofcourses at four-year colleges;b. Transmit information about transfer studentswho are capable of honors work or independentstudy to the receiving institution; andc. Promptly supply the receiving institution withall the required documents if the student hasmet all financial and other obligations of thesending institution for transfer.B. Receiving Institutions1. Admission re q u i rements and curriculum pre re q u i s i t e sshall be stated explicitly in institutional publications.2. A receiving institution shall admit transfer studentsf rom newly established public colleges that are functioningwith the approval of the Maryland HigherEducation Commission on the same basis as applicantsf rom regionally accredited colleges.3. A receiving institution shall evaluate the transcript of ad e g ree-seeking transfer student as expeditiously as possible,and notify the student of the results no laterthan midsemester of the student’s first semester ofenrollment at the receiving institution, if all officialtranscripts have been re c e i ved at least 15 working daysbefore midsemester. The receiving institution shallinform a student of the courses that are acceptable fortransfer credit and the courses that are applicable to thes t u d e n t’s intended program of study.4. A receiving institution shall give a transfer student theoption of satisfying institutional graduation re q u i rementsthat we re in effect at the receiving institution atthe time the student enrolled as a freshman at thesending institution. In the case of major re q u i re m e n t s ,a transfer student may satisfy the major re q u i re m e n t sin effect at the time when the student was identifiableas pursuing the recommended transfer program at thesending institution. These conditions are applicable toa student who has been continuously enrolled at thesending institution.VIII. Programmatic CurrencyIX.A . A receiving institution shall provide to the communitycollege current and accurate information on recommendedtransfer programs and the transferability statusof courses. Community college students shall haveaccess to this information.B. Recommended transfer programs shall be developed witheach community college whenever new baccalaureate programsare approved by the degree-granting institution.C. When considering curricular changes, institutions shallnotify each other of the proposed changes that might affecttransfer students. An appropriate mechanism shall be createdto ensure that both two-year and four-year publiccolleges provide input or comments to the institution proposingthe change. Sufficient lead time shall be prov i d e dto effect the change with minimum disruption. Transferstudents are not re q u i red to repeat equivalent coursew o rksuccessfully completed at a community college.Transfer Mediation CommitteeA. T h e re is a Transfer Mediation Committee, appointed by theSe c re t a ry, which is re p re s e n t a t i ve of the public four-year collegesand universities and the community colleges.B. Sending and receiving institutions that disagree on thetransferability of general education courses as defined bythis chapter shall submit their disagreements to the Tr a n s f e rMediation Committee. The Transfer Mediation Committeeshall address general questions regarding existing or pastcourses only, not individual student cases, and shall alsoa d d ress questions raised by institutions about the acceptabilityof new general education courses. As appropriate, thecommittee shall consult with faculty on curricular issues.C. The findings of the Transfer Mediation Committee areconsidered binding on both parties.261

A P P E N D I C E SX. Appeal ProcessA. Notice of Denial of Transfer Credit by a ReceivingInstitution1. Except as provided in Section A.2 of this regulation, areceiving institution shall inform a transfer student inwriting of the denial of transfer credit no later thanmidsemester of the transfer student’s first semester,if all official transcripts have been re c e i ved at least15 working days b e f o re midsemester.2. If transcripts are submitted after 15 working daysb e f o re midsemester of a student’s first semester, thereceiving institution shall inform the student ofc redit denied within 20 working days of receipt ofthe official transcript.3. A receiving institution shall include in the notice ofdenial of transfer credita. A statement of the student’s right to appeal,andb. A notification that the appeal process is availablein the institution’s catalog.4 . The statement of the student’s right to appeal thedenial shall include notice of the time limitations inSection B of this re g u l a t i o n .B. A student believing that the receiving institution has deniedthe student transfer credits in violation of this chapter mayinitiate an appeal by contacting the receiving institution’stransfer coordinator or other responsible official of thereceiving institution within 20 working days of re c e i v i n gnotice of the denial of cre d i t .C. Response by Receiving Institution1. A receiving institution shalla. Establish expeditious and simplified proceduresgoverning the appeal of a denial of transfer ofcredit, andb. Respond to a student’s appeal within 10 workingdays.2. An institution may either grant or deny an appeal.The institution’s reasons for denying the appeal shallbe consistent with this chapter and conve yed to thestudent in written form.3. Unless a student appeals to the sending institution,the written decision in Section C.2 of this re g u l a t i o nconstitutes the receiving institution’s final decisionand is not subject to appeal.D. Appeal to Sending Institution1. If a student has been denied transfer credit after anappeal to the receiving institution, the student mayXI.request that the sending institution intercede on thes t u d e n t’s behalf by contacting the transfer coord i n a-tor of the sending institution.2. A student shall make an appeal to the sending institutionwithin 10 working days of having re c e i ved thedecision of the receiving institution.E. Consultation Between Sending and ReceivingInstitutions1. Representatives of the two institutions shall have15 w o rking days to re s o l ve the issues invo l ved in ana p p e a l .2. As a result of a consultation in this section, thereceiving institution may affirm, modify, or re verseits earlier decision.3. The receiving institution shall inform a student inwriting of the result of the consultation.4. The decision arising out of a consultation constitutesthe final decision of the receiving institutionand is not subject to appeal.Periodic ReviewA. Report by Receiving Institution1. A receiving institution shall report annually thep ro g ress of students who transfer from two-year andf o u r - year institutions within the state to each communitycollege and to the Secretary of the MarylandHigher Education Commission.2. An annual report shall include ongoing reports onthe subsequent academic success of enrolled transferstudents, including graduation rates, by majorsubject areas.3. A receiving institution shall include in the reportscomparable information on the progress of nativestudents.B. Transfer Coord i n a t o rA public institution of higher education shall designate atransfer coord i n a t o r, who serves as a re s o u rce person totransfer students at either the sending or receiving campus.The transfer coordinator is responsible for overseeing theapplication of the policies and pro c e d u res outlined in thischapter and interpreting transfer policies to the individualstudent and to the institution.C. The Ma ryland Higher Education Commission shall establisha permanent Student Transfer Ad v i s o ry Committeethat meets regularly to re v i ew transfer issues and re c o m-mend policy changes as needed. The Student TransferAd v i s o ry Committee shall address issues of interpre t a t i o nand implementation of this chapter.262

A P P E N D I C E SAppendix CStatement on Transferring Undergraduate College-Level Credits to UMUCUniversity of Maryland University College actively subscribes tothe policy of the Ma ryland Higher Education Commission on thetransfer of undergraduates within Ma ryland (found in Appendix B)a n d welcomes transfer students. UMUC is also a designated fouryearServicemembers Opportunity College (SOC); the SOC institutionshave developed degree networks corresponding to Army,Na v y, Coast Gu a rd, and Marine career specialties. UMUC grantstransfer credit for courses graded C or higher if they are applicableto an Associate of Arts (AA), a Bachelor of Arts (BA), a Bachelorof Science (BS), or a Bachelor of Technical and ProfessionalStudies (BTPS) degree.Credit earned elsewhere during a period of disciplinary dismissalor suspension may not be applied toward a degree from UMUC.De g ree-seeking students who have completed 6 semester hours atUMUC with a grade-point average of at least 2.0 may request anofficial evaluation of transfer credit from an advisor. (Mo re informationon credit evaluation is given on p. 242.)Maximum Number of Transfer Credits AcceptedUMUC accepts up to 90 semester hours (45 semester hours for theassociate’s degree) of transfer credit from all sources combinedt ow a rd the bachelor’s degree. No more than 60 of the 90 semesterhours may be accepted from two-year institutions (details on p. 16).Maximum Number of Credits Allowed for Innovative LearningUMUC allows up to 60 semester hours of credit (one-half thetotal credit required for the bachelor’s degree) for innovative learningthat is applicable to the student’s curriculum (subject to limitationsas follows):• Up to 30 semester hours of credit for a combination of portfolioassessment, course-challenge examinations, or militaryoccupational specialties, i.e., MOS, NER, etc. (details onp. 14).• Up to 60 semester hours of credit for learning evaluated bymeans of standardized examinations such as the AdvancedPlacement examinations a d m i n i s t e red by the College Board, theC o l l e g e - L e vel Examination Program (CLEP), DANTES examinations,or the Excelsior College Testing Program, if (1) thereis no duplication of other academic credit and (2) the scores presentedmeet the standards of UMUC (details on p. 17).• Up to 15 semester hours of cooperative education credit; howeve r, no more than 6 of the 15 semester hours may be appliedto an academic major and minor combined (details on p. 15).Students seeking a second bachelor’s degree may re c e i ve up to9 semester hours of cooperative education credit; however,no more than 6 of the 9 semester hours may be applied tothe academic major and minor combined.• Up to 60 semester hours of credit for study completed in milita ry service schools based on recommendations made by theAmerican Council on Education (ACE) in its Guide to theEvaluation of Educational Experiences in the Armed Se rv i c e s(details on p. 16).• Up to 60 semester hours of credit for professional (not technical)courses that have been evaluated by either (1) the ACE Na t i o n a lGuide to Educational Credit for Training Pro g rams or (2) theUniversity of the State of New York National Program onNoncollegiate Sp o n s o red In s t ruction (PONSI) College Cre d i tRecommendations (details on p. 17).• Up to 21 semester hours of coherently related vocational andtechnical credit from regionally accredited institutions, applicableas elective credit only toward the BS or BTPS, but nottoward the BA (details on p. 17).Minimum Number of Credits Required for Instruction in theMajor and for the DegreeUMUC re q u i res students to complete 120 semester hours of cre ditfor the bachelor’s degree. Regardless of the number of transferc redits they present, students must complete a minimum of 30 c re d-its at UMUC. As part of that minimum, students must earn at leastone-half of the credits required for the major through gradedcoursework, including at least one course taken through UMUC.Graded coursework does not include credit earned throughportfolio assessment, examination, or internship/CooperativeEducation.Grade Level Acceptable for TransferUMUC may accept transfer credits from regionally accreditedtwo- and four-year colleges and universities for courses graded Cor above, if they apply to the student’s curriculum. The grade ofC-minus is not acceptable in transfer.Statement on Transfer of General EducationRequirementsA student who has satisfactorily completed a course identified as ageneral education re q u i rement at a Ma ryland community collegewill have met UMUC’s general education re q u i rement, as stated inAppendix B. For other students, courses are evaluated on a case-by -case basis. UMUC has included its evaluation of many Marylandcommunity college courses in its section of the Un i versity System ofMa ry l a n d’s computerized articulation system (ARTSYS). This softwa re is available at all two- and four-year Ma ryland public institutionsand at www.umuc.edu/students/ugp_ss/artsys.html on the Web.Students should see an advisor for details.263

A P P E N D I C E SAppendix DPolicy on NondiscriminationUMUC is committed to ensuring that all individuals have equalaccess to programs, facilities, admission, and employment withoutregard to personal characteristics not related to ability, performance,or qualifications as determined by UMUC and/orUniversity System of Maryland policy or by federal, state, or localauthorities. UMUC does not discriminate against or harass anyperson because of race, religion, color, creed, gender, marital status,age, national origin, ancestry, political affiliation, mental orphysical disability, sexual orientation, or veteran status (includingVietnam Era veterans). All inquiries regarding UMUC’s nondiscriminationstatement or compliance with applicable statutes andregulations should be directed to the director, Diversity Initiatives,Office of the President, 3501 University Boulevard East, Adelphi,MD 20783-8000 (Phone: 301-985-7940; Fax: 301-985-7678;E-mail: d i ve r s i t y - i n i t i a t i ve s @ u m u c . e d u ; Web site: w w w. u m u c . e d u /d i ve r s i t y ).In accordance with this nondiscrimination statement andUMUC’s commitment to equal access, UMUC has revisedPolicy 40.3 (Policy and Procedures on Affirmative Action, EqualOpportunity, and Sexual Harassment). Students may access therevised policy and procedures, online at www.umuc.edu/policy/admin04030.shtml or may contact the Office of DiversityInitiatives to have a copy mailed to them.Appendix EPolicy on Religious Observances(UMUC Policy 51.00)I. UMUC conforms to the Board of Regents Policy III-5.10Concerning the Scheduling of Academic Assignments onDates of Religious Observance, approved on January 11,1990.I I .So that the academic programs and services of UMUC s h a l lbe available to all qualified students who have been a d m i t t e dto its programs, re g a rdless of their religious beliefs, studentsshall not be penalized because of observances of their re l i g i o u sholidays. Students who miss a course session because of ano b s e rvance of their religious beliefs must be allowedA. To make up any examinations, other written tests, orclass work;III.B. To have access to any handouts or other material distributedin class; andC. To have the opportunity to obtain or review any duplicatedlecture notes or slides presented in class.UMUC prohibits scheduling examinations on the followingreligious holidays: Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur, and GoodFriday.Appendix FFinancial Aid Satisfactory Academic ProgressStandard for Undergraduate Students(UMUC Policy 220.30)I. IntroductionA. These guidelines have been developed in accordancewith federal financial aid statutes and regulations governingstudent eligibility. Students who receive financialaid must demonstrate financial need and make satisfactoryacademic progress as determined by University ofMaryland University College pursuant to federal law.B. Financial aid recipients are required to be in goodstanding and to maintain satisfactory academic progresstoward their degree requirements for each semester inwhich they are enrolled. In addition to meeting the academicstandards outlined in UMUC Policy 158.00Academic Level of Progress, financial aid recipients arerequired to meet the satisfactory academic progress standardsoutlined in this policy. Satisfactory academicprogress for financial aid recipients, as described below,is evaluated three times annually, in January, June, andAugust. Failure to maintain satisfactory academicprogress, as described below, may result in cancellationof financial aid awards, and the student may have torepay any funds already received.II. Minimum Standards for Undergraduate StudentsA. UMUC’s institutional requirements for minimum satisfactoryacademic progress requirements for financial aidrecipients are defined as follows:1. Minimum cumulative grade-point average (GPA).The student must maintain a minimum cumulativeGPA of 2.0.2. Minimum completion rate.The student must maintain a minimum cumulativecompletion rate of two-thirds of credits attempted(67 percent).264

A P P E N D I C E SIII.3. Maximum timeframe to completion—Federallymandated maximum timeframe to complete theprogram or degree.The student must complete his or her educationalprogram within a time frame no longer than 150percent of the published length of the educationalprogram, as measured by credits attempted andincluding transfer credits (for example, the studentmust complete his or her program after attempting amaximum of 180 credits for a 120-credit program).B. Federal regulations require that UMUC track the academicprogress of financial aid recipients from the firstdate of enrollment at UMUC, whether or not financialaid was re c e i ved. Credits transferred from all other cre d i tsources will be considered as attempted and completedc redits in the evaluation of the completion rate standards.C. Students who do not earn their degree within with themaximum timeframe to completion, outlined above,will be placed in Financial Aid Denied status, notFinancial Aid Probation. No financial aid will be disbursedfor the student during subsequent semesters/periods of enrollment unless the student has madean appeal of the Financial Aid Denied status and theappeal (described in section VI) is granted.Treatment of W, I, AU, F, S, P, RT, H, and G Grades; NoGrade Reported; and Repeated CourseworkA. Course withdrawals (W) after the drop/add period arenot included in the GPA calculation, but are considereda noncompletion of attempted course work.B. Incomplete (I) grades are not included in the GPAcalculation and are considered a noncompletion ofattempted coursework until the I grade is replacedwith a permanent grade and academic progress canbe re-evaluated.C. An audit (AU) grade or a course taken out of sequencegrade (H) is not considered attempted coursework. It isnot included in the GPA calculation or completion ratedeterminations.D. A satisfactory grade (S), a passing grade (P), or a repeatthrough transfer grade (RT) is treated as attemptedcredits, which are earned but not included in calculationof the GPA.E. F grades will be treated as attempted credits that werenot earned, and so will be included both in the calculationof the GPA and minimum completion rate. This istrue for both F grades (failure, academic) and for FNgrades (failure due to nonattendance).F. If a G grade (grade pending) or no grade is assigned,for any reason, it will not be included in the GPAcalculation and will be considered a noncompletionof attempted coursework until a grade is assignedand academic progress can be re-evaluated.G. The highest grade earned in a course that is repeatedwill count in the GPA computation, but every repeatedattempt will be included in the completion rate determinations.No financial aid can be disbursed for arepeated attempt if the student already has achieved apassing grade for that course.IV. Financial Aid Probation StatusA. Undergraduate students who fail to meet the minimum2.0 cumulative GPA standard or fail to complete at leastt w o - t h i rds of cumulative credits attempted will be placedon Financial Aid Probation for the subsequent semester/periodof enrollment.B. Financial aid is received during the probationary period.Financial aid disbursements for the following semester/period of enrollment will be held until the grades andcourse completions have been reviewed for the probationarysemester/period of enrollment.C. Undergraduate students receiving financial aid for thefirst time will be placed on Financial Aid Probationif they do not meet the minimum GPA or coursecompletionstandards as noted in this policy.V. Financial Aid Denied StatusA. Undergraduate students who, while on Financial AidProbation or in Financial Aid Denied status, fail tomaintain the minimum completion rate of 67 percentand/or fail to maintain a minimum cumulative GPAof 2.0 will be placed in Financial Aid Denied status forthe following semester/period of enrollment. No financialaid will be disbursed during subsequent semesters/periods of enrollment until the student is removed fromFinancial Aid Denied status.B. Undergraduate students who do not earn their degreewithin the maximum timeframe to completion will alsobe placed in Financial Aid Denied status. No aid willbe disbursed during subsequent semesters/periods ofenrollment unless the student has made an appeal andthe appeal is granted for that semester/period of enrollment(section VII of this policy describes appeal procedures).There are no exceptions to this requirement.VI. Reinstatement of Aid After Financial Aid Denied StatusA. Reinstatement of financial aid after a student is placedin Financial Aid Denied status is achieved in one of thefollowing ways:1. The student submits a written letter of appealin accordance with the appeal process, and theFinancial Aid Appeals Committee grants the265

A P P E N D I C E Sappeal. The student is placed on Financial AidProbation for the semester/period of enrollmentrather than in Financial Aid Denied status.2. The student attends UMUC, pays for tuition andfees without the help of student financial aid, anddoes well enough in the course work to satisfy allthe satisfactory academic progress standards. Thestudent regains aid eligibility in a probationary status.Students who are in Financial Aid Denied statusfor failure to graduate within the maximumtimeframe to completion cannot regain eligibilitythis way. Students who are beyond the maximumtimeframe to completion cannot regain financial aideligibility except on a semester/period of enro l l m e n t –by–semester/period of enrollment basis through theappeal process.VII. Appeal ProcessA. The student must submit an appeal of Financial AidDenied status in writing to the associate director ofFinancial Aid by the date specified in the Financial AidDenied notification letter.B. The Financial Aid Appeals Committee will review theappeal and notify the student in writing of theirdecision within 14 working days after the AppealsCommittee meets and makes its determination.Appendix GPolicy on Disclosure of Student Records(UMUC Policy 210.14)I. IntroductionIn accordance with the Family Educational Rights andPrivacy Act (FERPA) of 1974 (also known as “the BuckleyAmendment”), this policy informs students of their rightstoA. Inspect and review their education records;B. Seek an amendment of their education records, whereappropriate;C. Limit disclosure to others of personally identifiableinformation from education records without the student’sprior written consent; andD. File formal complaints alleging a violation of FERPAwith the Department of Education.II.III.DefinitionsA. “Student” is an individual who is attending or who hasattended UMUC. It does not include any applicant foradmission to UMUC who does not matriculate, even ifhe or she previously attended UMUC.B. “Education records” are records that contain informationdirectly related to a student that are maintained byUMUC or by a third party on behalf of UMUC. Thefollowing records are not education records:1. Campus police or security (“law enforcementunit”) records maintained solely for law enforcementpurposes and maintained by that law enforcementunit.2. Employment records, except where a currentlyenrolled student is employed as a result of his orher status as a student.3. Records of a physician, psychologist, or other recognizedprofessional or paraprofessional if made orused only for treatment purposes and available onlyto persons providing treatment.4. Records that contain only information relating toa person’s activities after that person is no longer astudent at UMUC.Inspection and Review of Education Records by StudentsA. Right of Access1. Each student has a right of access to his or hereducation records, except financial records of thestudent’s parents and confidential letters of recommendationreceived prior to January 1, 1975.2. A student may, by a signed writing, waive his orher right of access to confidential recommendationsin three areas: admission to any educational institution,job placement, and receipt of honors andawards. UMUC will not require such waivers as acondition for admission or receipt of any service orbenefit normally provided to students. If the studentchooses to waive his or her right of access, heor she will be notified, upon written request, of thenames of all persons making confidential recommendations.Such recommendations will be usedonly for the purpose for which they we re specificallyintended. A waiver may be revoked in writing atany time; and the revocation will apply to all subsequentrecommendations, but not to recommendationsreceived while the waiver was in effect.266

A P P E N D I C E SIV.B. Custodians of Education RecordsThe custodian of education records is1. For UMUC Adelphi: the registrar located inAdelphi, Maryland.2. For UMUC Asia: the registrar located in Tokyo,Japan.3. For UMUC Europe (including Mannheim): theregistrar located in Heidelberg, Germany.4. For Schwäbisch Gmünd: the registrar located inAdelphi, Maryland.C. Procedure to Request Review and/or Inspection ofEducation RecordsRequests for review and/or inspection of educationrecords should be made in writing to the appropriatecustodian of records, as defined above. The custodianof records or designee will comply with a request foraccess within a reasonable time by arranging for the studentto review his or her records in the presence of astaff member. If facilities permit, a student may obtaincopies of his or her records by paying reproductioncosts. The fee for copies is 20 cents per page. UMUCwill not provide copies of any transcripts in the student’srecords other than the student’s current UMUCtranscript. Official transcripts (with the seal of UMUC)will be provided for a separate fee.Amendment of Education RecordsStudents may request an amendment of their educationrecords in accordance with this procedure:A. Request to Amend Education RecordsA student who believes that his or her education recordis inaccurate, misleading, or in violation of the student’srights of privacy may ask the custodian of the educationrecords to amend the record. The custodian of the educationrecords or designee will decide whether to amendthe record within a reasonable time after the request. Ifthe custodian of the education re c o rds or designee decidesnot to amend the record, he or she will inform the studentof the right to a hearing.B. Hearings1. A student may submit a written request for a hearingto challenge the content of his or her educationrecords to the university registrar. The writtenrequest must state what records the student believesare inaccurate, misleading, or in violation of theprivacy rights of the student.2. A hearing will be conducted by the universityregistrar or designee. The hearing may take placevia telephone or video conferencing. The studentwill be given an opportunity to present evidencerelevant to the issues raised and may be assisted orrepresented by individuals of his or her choice athis or her own expense, including an attorney.3. Within a reasonable period of time after the conclusionof a hearing, the university registrar will notifythe student in writing of his decision. The writtendecision will include a summary of the evidence andthe reasons for the decision.a. If the university registrar determines that theeducation re c o rd is inaccurate, misleading, orin violation of the privacy of the student, theeducation re c o rds will be amended. The universityregistrar will inform the student of theamendment in writing.b. If, as a result of the hearing, the university registrardecides that the education record is notinaccurate, misleading, or otherwise in violationof the privacy rights of the student, he orshe will inform the student of the right to placea statement in the record commenting on thecontested information in the record or statingwhy he or she disagrees with the decision ofthe agency or institution, or both. Any suchexplanation will be kept as part of the student’srecord as long as the contested portion of therecord is kept and will be disclosed wheneverthe contested portion of the record is disclosed.V. DisclosuresUMUC will not disclose education re c o rds or the personallyidentifiable information contained therein unless permittedby FERPA and under the following circumstances:A. Prior Written ConsentThe custodian of the re c o rds will provide the educationre c o rds or personally identifiable information containedt h e rein if the student provides prior written consent thatthe information may be disclosed. The consent must1. Specify the records that may be disclosed;2. State the purpose for the disclosure;3. Identify to whom the disclosure is to be made; and4. Be signed and dated by the student.At the student’s request and expense, a copy of therecords disclosed will be provided to the student.267

A P P E N D I C E SB. Directory Information1. UMUC designates the following categories ofinformation as directory information:a. Name;b. Major field of study;c. Dates of attendance;d. Degrees and awards received;e. Previous educational institution most recentlyattended; andf. Birth date.2. Directory information may be disclosed in theabsence of consent unless the student files a writtennotice, within three weeks of the first day in whichthe student is enrolled, informing UMUC not todisclose any or all of the categories. To preventautomatic disclosure of directory information, thisnotice must be filed annually within the time allottedabove, with the appropriate custodian of theeducation records, as defined in this policy.C. Additional Disclosures Without Prior ConsentPrior consent is not required for disclosure of educationrecords or the personally identifiable information containedtherein in the following circumstances:1. The disclosure is to other school officials generallywithin the Un i versity System of Ma ryland (USM) orUMUC who have legitimate educational interests.a. “School officials” includes internal and externalinstructional or administrative personnel whoare or may be in a position to use the informationin furtherance of a legitimate educationalobjective, such as to provide student services.This includes, but is not limited to, faculty,staff members, and security personnel.b. “Legitimate educational intere s t s” include interestsdirectly related to the academic environment.2. The disclosure is to officials of other schools in whicha student seeks to enroll or is enrolled. Upon his orher request and at his or her expense, the student isp rovided with a copy of the re c o rds that have beent r a n s f e r re d .3. The disclosure is to authorized representatives ofthe comptroller general of the United States, thesecretary of the U.S. Department of Education,and state or local educational authorities.4. The disclosure is to authorized persons and organizationsin connection with a student’s applicationfor, or receipt of, financial aid—but only to theextent necessary for such purposes as determiningeligibility, amount, conditions, and enforcement ofterms and conditions.5. The disclosure is to state and local officials towhom, according to effective state law adoptedprior to November 19, 1974, such informationis specifically required to be reported.6. The disclosure is to organizations conductingeducational studies for the purpose of developing,validating, or administering predictive tests, administeringstudent aid programs, and improvinginstruction. The studies shall be conducted so asnot to permit personal identification of studentsto outsiders, and the information is destroyedwhen it is no longer needed for those purposes.7. The disclosure is to accrediting organizations forpurposes necessary to carry out their functions.8. The disclosure is to the parent of a student who isdependent for income tax purposes. (Note: UMUCmay require documentation of dependent status,such as copies of income tax forms.)9. The disclosure is to comply with a judicial orderor lawfully issued subpoena. Unless expressly prohibitedby the subpoena, UMUC will make a reasonableeffort to notify the student or parent ofthe order or subpoena in advance of compliance inorder to give them time to seek protective action.10. The disclosure is in connection with a health orsafety emergency.11. The disclosure is to an alleged victim of any crimeof violence, of the results of any disciplinary proceedingconducted by UMUC against the allegedperpetrator of that crime with respect to thatcrime.12. The disclosure is to an alleged victim of any crimeof violence of the results of any disciplinary proceedingconducted by UMUC against the allegedperpetrator of that crime with respect to thatcrime.D. Record of DisclosuresUMUC maintains with the student’s education recordsa record of each request and each disclosure, except for1. Disclosures to the student himself or herself.2. Disclosures made pursuant to the written consentof the student (the written consent itself suffices asa record).268

A P P E N D I C E SVI.3. Disclosures to USM instructional or administrativeofficials.4. Disclosures of directory information. This record ofdisclosures may be inspected by the student, theofficial custodian of the records, and other officialsof UMUC and governmental officials.Right to File ComplaintA student alleging that UMUC has not complied withthe Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)may file a student grievance in accordance with UMUC’sStudent Grievance Procedures (Policy 130.70) or submit awritten complaint toFamily Policy Compliance OfficeU.S. Department of Education400 Maryland Avenue, SWWashington, DC 20202-4605Appendix HPolicy on Shared GovernanceIn accordance with Board of Regents I-6.00 Policy on SharedGovernance in the University System of Maryland, UMUC developeda new worldwide shared governance structure. Each of thethree primary stakeholder groups—students, faculty, and staff—of UMUC has an advisory council consisting of elected representatives.These councils advise senior UMUC leadership on broadissues related to the university’s strategic planning, communications,academic initiatives, and other issues. Further, there is aUniversity Advisory Council, made of representatives from each ofthe three stakeholder councils, to advise and assist the president ofUMUC.Student Advisory CouncilThe Student Advisory Council consists of twelve (12) studentrepresentatives from UMUC locations worldwide and includesboth undergraduate and graduate students. Student AdvisoryCouncil representatives serve on the overall University AdvisoryCouncil, the Graduate Council, and the Undergraduate CurriculumCommittee. The Student Advisory Council provides seniormanagement with critical input on a wide variety of institutionali n i t i a t i ves that affect students and student life at UMUC. To learnm o re about the Student Ad v i s o ry Council or contact a re p re s e n t a-t i ve, students should visit the Web page at w w w. u m u c . e d u / g ov / s t a c .U M U C S I T E SSe rvice and Classroom LocationsMajor administrative centers are indicated by an asterisk.StatesideMarylandAberdeen Proving GroundAdelphi (UMUC headquarters)*Andrews Air Force BaseAnnapolis Center*Anne Arundel Community CollegeArundel Mills (Anne Arundel Community College Center)Bethesda National Naval Medical CenterCollege of Southern Maryland(La Plata, Leonardtown, Prince Frederick)Fort DetrickFort MeadeFrederick Community CollegeHarford Community CollegePatuxent River Naval Air Warfare CenterPrince George’s Community CollegeSouthern Maryland Higher Education CenterUniversity of Maryland, College ParkUSM at HagerstownUSM Shady Grove Center*Waldorf Center for Higher Education*District of Columbia and VirginiaBolling Air Force BaseFort BelvoirFort MyerHenderson Hall, Navy AnnexMarine Corps Base QuanticoPentagonWalter Reed Army Medical Center* Administrative center269

A P P E N D I C E SEuropeBahrainManamaBelgiumBrusselsKleine BrogelBosnia-HerzegovinaSarajevoTuzla-Eagle BaseEgyptSinai North CampSinai South CampGermanyAnsbachBabenhausenBambergBaumholderBöblingenBüchelBüdingenDarmstadtDexheimFriedbergGarmischGeilenkirchenGiebelstadtGiessenGrafenwöhrHanauHeidelberg*HohenfelsIllesheimKaiserslauternKitzingenLandstuhlMainz-WackernheimMannheim*MiesauRamsteinSchweinfurtSchwetzingenSembachSpangdahlemStuttgart-VaihingenVilseckWiesbadenWürzburgGreeceSouda BayIcelandKeflavikItalyAvianoGaetaGhediLa MaddalenaLivornoNaplesSigonella NAS1VicenzaKuwaitAli Al Salem Air BaseCamp ArifjanCamp BuehringCamp DohaCamp PatriotCamp VictoryCamp VirginiaNetherlandsAFNORTHVolkelPortugalLajesLisbonSerbia and MontenegroBondsteelMontiethPristinaSpainRotaTurkeyIncirlikIzmirUnited KingdomAlconburyCroughtonFairfordHarrogateLakenheathMildenhallMolesworthSt. MawganWest RuislipAsiaAustraliaAlice SpringsCentral JapanAtsugiCamp FujiIwakuniMisawaSaseboYokosukaYokota*ZamaChinaU.S. Embassy, BeijingGuamAndersenCOMNAVARMarshall IslandsKwajaleinOkinawaCamp CourtneyCamp FosterCamp HansenCamp KinserCamp LesterCamp SchwabCamp ShieldsFutenmaKadena*Torii StationSingapore497th Combat TrainingSquadronSouth KoreaCamp CarrollCamp CaseyCamp ColbernCamp HenryCamp HialeahCamp HoveyCamp HumphreysCamp LongCamp Red CloudCamp StanleyChinhaeK-16KunsanKwangjuOsanPilsong RangePohangSuwonYongsan*ThailandJUSMAG THAI/U.S.Embassy* Administrative centerNCTS270

IndexAAberdeen Proving Ground, 241, 269Academic advising, 241Academic and administrative requirementsrights and responsibilities of the student, 238scholastic and administrative standards, 235Academic calendar, inside back coverAcademic honors, 238Academic integrity, 239Academic progress, 237, 244, 264Academic warning and dismissal, 237Accountingassociate’s degree program in, 89certificate programs in, 96course descriptions, 118major in, 25minor in, 26Accreditation, inside front cover, 4Adelphi (UMUC headquarters), 241, 247, 248, 269Address changes, 240AdministrationUMUC, 249University System of Maryland, 249Admission and enrollmentapplication fee, 10assistance, 241concurrent secondary enrollment, 11of previously suspended or dismissed students, 11procedures for admission, 10reenrollment, 10registration, 12requirements for admission, 9residency determination, 10, 255student status categories, 9transfer from UMUC Europe or UMUC Asia, 10tuition and fees, 12Advanced Placement (AP) examinations, 17, 260, 263Advising services, 241African American studiescourse description, 121minor in, 27Aid, financial, 243Alcohol and drug awareness, referral services, 247Alliances, community college, 8Alpha Sigma Lambda, 238Alumni Association, 248American Council on Education (ACE), 16, 17, 263Andrews Air Force Base, 241, 269Annapolis Center, 241, 247, 248, 269Anne Arundel Community College, alliance with, 8Anthropology, course descriptions, 121Appeal processdenial of financial aid, 266denial of transfer credit, 262grades, 240Appendicesdisclosure of students’ records policy, 266Maryland Higher Education Commissiontransfer of undergraduate credit policies, 256nondiscrimination policy, 264religious observances policy, 264residency classification policy, 255satisfactory progress policy for financial aid, 264shared governance, 269UMUC sites, 269UMUC transfer of undergraduate credit policy, 263Applicationadmission, 10diploma, 246fees, 10, 13financial aid, 244Golden ID card, 11readmission, 10veterans benefits, 245Armed Services personnelAssociate of Arts degree, 88credit for educational experiences, 16, 263Art. See also certificate programs in Computergraphics and design and Web design.course descriptions, 122minor in, 27Art historycourse descriptions, 125minor in, 28Asiacontacts in, 253sites in, 270Asian studiescourse descriptions, 126major in, 29minor in, 30Associate of Arts degree, requirements and curricula, 88Astronomy, course descriptions, 127Attendance policy, 238Audited courses, 235Automated services, 241Availability of services, 241Awards, academic, 238271

I N D E XBBachelor’s degreecross-curricular requirements, 19curricula, 24expectations of graduate, 18requirements, 18second bachelor’s degree, 21Behavioral and social sciencescourse descriptions, 128major in social science, 83Biological science, course descriptions, 130Biology,certificate program in Bio-security, 97course descriptions, 131minor in, 31Biotechnology, major in, 31Board of Regents, 13, 249, 255Bookstores, 247Business administrationcertificate programs in, 97, 102, 107, 115major in, 33minor in, 34Business and managementassociate’s degree program in, 90certificate programs in, 97, 100, 102, 103, 107, 115course descriptions, 127Business law and public policy, minor in, 35Business project management, certificate program in, 97Business supply chain management, minor in, 35CCalendar, academic, inside back coverCareer Center, 247Career planning, course description, 145Career services, 247Carroll Community College, alliance with, 8CatalogsUMUC Asia, 254UMUC Europe, 252Center for Creative Leadership, 6Center for Intellectual Property, 4Center for Teaching and Learning, 4Certificate programscurricula, 95descriptions, 96requirements, 95Checks, return fee, 13Chemistry, course descriptions, 145Civic responsibility perspectiveapplicable courses, 21requirement for bachelor’s degree, 19Code of Civility, 240Code of Student Conduct, 240College Board Advanced Placement examinations, 17, 260, 263College credits. See Credit.College graduates, admission of, 10College-Level Examination Program (CLEP), 17, 260, 263College of Southern Maryland, alliance with, 8Communication studiescertificate programs in, 108, 115course descriptions, 146major in, 36minor in, 38Community College of Baltimore County, alliance with, 8Community College of the Air Force (CCAF), 16Community collegesalliances with UMUC, 8transfer of credit from, 16, 256, 263Computer and information sciencecertificate programs in, 101, 108, 111, 113, 114course descriptions, 150major in, 39Computer applications. See also Computer studies.certificate program in, 98Computer graphics and design, certificate program in, 98Computer information technologycertificate program in, 99course descriptions, 154major in, 40Computer labs and services, 247Computer sciencecertificate program in, 109course descriptions, 158major in, 42Computer studiesassociate’s degree program in, 90certificate programs in, 98, 102, 106, 113course descriptions, 160major in, 43minor in, 44Concurrent secondary enrollment, 11Cooperative Educationcourse explanation, 164program description, 15Correctional administration, certificate program in, 99Counseling and personnel services.See Education: Counseling and Personnel Services.Course-challenge examinations, 14, 263Course load, 239272

I N D E XCourses. See also specific courses by discipline name.index to course descriptions, 117key to course descriptions, 116prerequisites, 116unit of credit, 116Creditby examination, 14, 17by transfer, 16estimate of transfer, 242external sources of, 16fees for examinations to establish, 13for military experience, 16, 263institutional, 235international credit evaluation, 11, 242official evaluation, 242transfer from other academic institutions, 16, 242, 260, 263transfer from UMUC, 240, 247unit of, 116ways of earning, 14Criminal justiceassociate’s degree program in, 91certificate programs in, 99, 110major in, 45minor in, 46Criminology/Criminal justice, course descriptions, 164Cross-curricular requirements for bachelor’s degree, 19Customer service communications, certificate program in, 100Customer service managementcertificate program in, 100minor in, 47DDANTES examinations, 17, 263Database design and implementation, certificate program in, 101Database management, certificate program in, 101Dean’s list, 237Debts to the university, 13Degree planning worksheet, 279Degree requirements, bachelor’s, 18Delinquent accounts, 13Desktop publishing, certificate program in, 102Diploma, application fee, 246Disabled student services, 242Disciplinary mattersnonacademic, 240suspension or dismissal, 237Disclosure of students’ records, 266Discrimination, policy against, 264Dishonesty, academic, 239Dishonored check fee, 13Dismissalacademic, 237from another institution, 11reinstatement, 237Distance educationawards for program, 4online study, 8Divisional transfer, 10Doctoral program, 6Dropped courses. See Withdrawal.Drug and alcohol awareness, referral services, 247Dual major, 20, 24EE-commercecertificate programs in, 102, 103Economicscourse descriptions, 169minor in, 48Education: Counseling and personnel services,course descriptions, 171Electives, requirements, 20Employer-provided tuition assistance, 13Employment programs, 244Englishcourse descriptions, 171major in, 48minor in, 50Enrollment. See Admission and enrollment.Environmental managementcertificate program in, 103course descriptions, 176major in, 50minor in, 52Europecontacts in, 252sites in, 270Evaluation, Grants, and Research, Office of, 4Examinationcredit by, 14, 17final, 239make-up, 239Excelsior College examinations, 17, 260, 263EXCEL Through Experiential Learningcourse description, 178Prior Learning program, 14Expenses. See Fees, Tuition.External sources of credit, 16273

I N D E XFF-1 visa holders, 9, 10Faculty, 251Failing grades, 236Federal Work-Study Program, 244Fees, 10, 12–13Final examination, 239Financecertificate program in, 104major in, 52minor in, 54Financial aidapplication deadlines, 245application procedures, 245denied status, 265eligibility requirements, 243employer-provided tuition assistance, 13employment programs, 244federal return of funds policy, 245grants and scholarships, 243loans, 244programs available, 243reinstatement after denied status, 265satisfactory academic progress policy, 237, 264veterans benefits, 245Fire sciencecertificate programs in, 110, 111course descriptions, 178major in, 55minor in, 56Foreign-educated studentsadmission for semester only, 9admission requirements, 10evaluation of records, 10, 242Foreign language area studies, associate’s degree program in, 92Forensics, minor in, 57Fort Meade, 241, 269Foundations of Leadership, 6Frederick Community College, alliance with, 8GGeneral Education Development (GED) test, 9General education requirements for bachelor’s degree, 19General information, 9, 241General studies, major in, 58Geology, course description, 180German, course descriptions, 181Germanycontacts in, 252sites in, 270Gerontologycertificate program in, 104course descriptions, 181major in, 59minor in, 60Global business and public policy, major in, 61Golden Identification Card program, 11Government and politicscertificate program in policy-related area, 112course descriptions, 187minor in, 63Gradingappeal process, 240changes in grade, 236marking system, 235methods, 235quality points and, 235, 237Graduate School, 6Graduationacademic honors, 237diploma application fee, 246services, 246Grants, 243Grievance procedures for students, 240HHagerstown Community College, alliance with, 8Harford Community College, alliance with, 8High school students, concurrent secondary enrollment, 11Historical perspectiveapplicable courses, 21requirement for bachelor’s degree, 19Historycourse descriptions, 191major in, 63minor in, 65Honors and honor societies, 238Humanitiescourse descriptions, 194major in, 65minor in, 66Human resource managementcertificate program in, 105course descriptions, 197major in, 67minor in, 69274

I N D E XII-20, 10Incomplete (I) mark, 236Indebtedness to the university, 13Information, general, 9, 241Information and Library Services, 247Information assurance, certificate program in, 105Information literacy requirement, 19Information systems managementcertificate programs in, 105, 106, 110, 112, 113course descriptions, 199major in, 70Innovative learning, number of credits allowed for, 260, 263Institutional credit, 235Integrity, academic, 239Interdisciplinary programsAfrican American studies, 27Asian studies, 29computer studies, 43general studies, 58humanities, 65management studies, 75social science, 83women’s studies, 87International business management, minor in, 71International perspectiveapplicable courses, 21requirement for bachelor’s degree, 19International programs, 5, 252–54, 270International students. See Foreign-educated students.Internet access, 239Internet technologies, certificate program in, 106Internships. See Cooperative Education.JJ-1 visa holders, 9, 10Java, certificate program in, 109Job development program, 15Job-search services, 247Journalismcourse descriptions, 204minor in, 72Junior college credits, transfer of, 16, 256, 263KKey to course descriptions, 116LLaboratory management, certificate program in, 107Laboratory sciencefees, 13requirement, 19Late registration fee, 13Leadership Application Workshops, 6Leadership Development Program, 6Learning proposal, 15Legal studies. See also Paralegal studies.associate’s degree program in, 92course descriptions, 205major in, 73Library services. See Information and Library Services.Library skills, course description, 209Loans, 244MMajor, minor, and elective requirements for bachelor’s degree, 20Majors, 24Make-up examinations, 239Management. See also Business administration, Business andmanagement, Customer service management, Global business andpublic policy, Human resource management, Information systemsmanagement, International business management, Management studies,Marketing, and Strategic and entrepreneurial management.certificate programs in, 107, 112Management studiesassociate’s degree program in, 92certificate programs in, 107, 112major in, 75minor in, 76Marketingcourse descriptions, 210major in, 77minor in, 78Marking system, 235MarylandOnline, 8Master’s degree programs, 6Mathematical sciences, minor in, 79Mathematics,associate’s degree program in, 93course descriptions, 213Microbiology. See also Biology, Laboratory management.minor in, 80Military Occupational Specialties (MOSs), 16, 263Military personnelAssociate of Arts degree, 88credit for educational experiences, 16, 263275

I N D E XMinors, 24Montgomery College, alliance with, 8Music, course descriptions, 215NNational Leadership Institute (NLI), 6National Volunteer Firefighter Council, 8Natural science. See also Laboratory management.course descriptions, 216minor in, 80Negotiation and conflict management, certificate program in, 108Nonacademic disciplinary matters, 240Noncitizens. See Foreign-educated students.Noncollegiate course credit, 17Nondiscrimination policy, 264, inside front coverOObject-oriented programming, certificate programs in, 108Online leadership assessment program, 6Online library catalog, 247Online study, 8Orientation for new students, 9Overseas programs. See International programs.PParalegal studies. See also Legal studies.certificate program in, 109Pass/fail grading, 235Passing grade, 235Phi Alpha Theta, 238Phi Kappa Phi, 238Philosophy, course descriptions, 217Physics, course descriptions, 218Placement tests, 171, 213Plagiarism, 239Policy statements, 255Politics. See Government and politics.Prerequisites, 116Presidents and officers, 249Prince George’s Community College, alliance with, 8Prior Learningcourse description, 178program description, 14Probability. See Statistics and probability.Probation, academic, 237Program choices, 22–23Project management for IT professionals,certificate program in, 110Provisional student status, 9Psychologycourse descriptions, 219major in, 81minor in, 83Public fire-protection management and administration,certificate program in, 110Public policy. See Business law and public policy.QQuality points, 235, 237RReadmission procedure, 10Recordsdisclosure of, 266forwarding overseas students’ records, 10transcript requests, 247Reenrollment, 10Refund of tuition, 13Regents, 13, 249, 255Registrationfees, 13methods, 12repeated, 236waiting list, 12Regular student status, 9Reinstatement after dismissal, 237Religious observances policy, 264Relocation request form, 10Repeated courses, 236Requirementsassociate’s degree, 88bachelor’s degree, 18certificates, 95general education, 19second bachelor’s degree, 21Research assistance, 248Residency determination, 10, 255Responsibilities of students receiving veterans benefits, 246Rights and responsibilities of the student, 238276

I N D E XSSatisfactory/D/Fail grading, 235Satisfactory grade, 236Satisfactory progress, 237, 244, 264Schedule adjustment, 12Scholarships and grants, 243Scholastic recognition, 237School of Undergraduate Studiesacademic programs, 7online study, 8partnerships, 8personnel, 250Second bachelor’s degree, 21, 238Security-related areas, certificate programs in, 99, 105, 110, 112Security Studies Lab, 4Semester-only student status, 9Senior Citizen Golden Identification Card program, 11Servicemembers Opportunity College (SOC), 16, 263Services for students, 241Shady Grove Center, 241, 247, 248, 269Shared governance, policy on, 269Sigma Mu, 238Sigma Tau Delta, 238Social science. See also Behavioral and social sciences.major in, 83Sociologycourse descriptions, 227minor in, 85Software engineering, certificate program in, 111Spanishcertificate program in, 115course descriptions, 230Speech communication. See also Negotiation and conflictmanagement.course descriptions, 231minor in, 85Standard grading, 235Statistics and probability, course descriptions, 232Strategic and entrepreneurial managementcertificate program in, 102minor in, 86Student Advisory Council, 247, 269Student Affairspersonnel, 251services, 241Students. See also Financial aid.address change, 240conduct, 240disabled, 242disclosure of students’ records policy, 266employment programs, 244grade appeal procedure, 240grievance procedures, 240new, 9, 241rights and responsibilities, 238veterans, 245Student services, 241Student status categories, 9Suspension or dismissalfrom other institutions, 11reinstatement, 237Systems approach to fire safety, certificate program in, 111TTechnical and vocational credit, transfer of, 17, 263Technology and management, certificate program in, 112Terrorism and institutions: Prevention and response,certificate program in, 112Textbooks, 247Theatre, course descriptions, 234Transcriptsfees, 247requests for, 247Transfer creditarmed services personnel, 16, 246, 263denial of, appeal process, 262evaluation of international records, 10, 242from community and junior colleges, 16from Community College of the Air Force (CCAF), 16from noncollegiate courses, 17from other colleges and universities, 16from UMUC, 240official evaluation, 242policies on, 256, 263vocational and technical credit, 17Transfer from UMUC Europe or UMUC Asia, 10Transfer students, provisional student status, 9Tuitionassistance. See Financial aid.current rates, 13employer-provided assistance, 13interest-free monthly payment plan, 12refunds, 13residency determination, 10, 255Tutoring, 248277

I N D E XUUMUC. See University of Maryland University College.Unit of credit, 116University of Maryland University College (UMUC).See also Appendices.accreditation, inside front cover, 4administration, 249admission and enrollment, 9, 241Alumni Association, 248classroom locations, 269community college alliances, 8contact information, 252faculty, 4, 251global university, 5Graduate School, 6grants, 243headquarters (Adelphi), 241, 247, 248, 269history and scope, 3military partnerships, 5programs, 6sites, 269Web site, 241, 252University System of Marylandadministration, 249institutions, 3libraries, 247UNIX system administration, certificate program in, 113VVeterans benefits, 255Visa holders, 10Visual Basic programming, certificate program in, 113Vocational and technical credit, transfer of, 17, 263WWaiting list, 12Waldorf Center for Higher Education, 241, 247, 248, 269Walter Reed Army Medical Center, 241, 269Warning, academic, 237Web design and programming, certificate programs in, 114Web pagesadmission application, 10Alumni Association, 248Career Center, 247Cooperative Education, 15financial aid, 243Guide to Writing and Research, 248Information and Library Services, 247international credit evaluation forms, 242monthly tuition-payment plan, 12Online Writing Center, 248Prior Learning, 14, 178registration, 12tuition, 12veterans benefits, 245Withdrawalfee, 12from a course, 12refund, 13Women in business, certificate program in, 115Women’s studiesassociate’s degree program in, 94course description, 234minor in, 87Workplace communications, certificate program in, 115Workplace Spanish, certificate program in, 115Work-study program, 244, 246Writing resources, 248278

UMUC Degree Planning WorksheetThis worksheet is designed to help you plan and track your progress toward your degree. It lists all of the graduation requirements in the recommendedsequence. For full descriptions of courses and programs, please refer to the current undergraduate Catalog.Se q u e n c eCourseTakenDateTakenNo t e sCourses are listed in the order in which studentsshould take them. Changes in coursesand order may affect other elements of thedegree plan. Note: Recommendations differfor specific majors.Refer to Catalog for alternatives to recommendedcourses to fulfill general education requirements (GERs).Courses used for GERs may not be used in the majoror minor.First Courses (7 s.h.)Take within first 18 semester hoursTake placement exams before registering for Englishand math courses.• LIBS 150 (1)__________________• Required GER course.• ENGL 101 or ENGL 101X (3)__________________• Required GER course.• MATH 105 or MATH 106 or higher (3)__________________• Required GER course. (Check requirements ofindividual major.)Introductory Courses (16 s.h.)Take within first 30 semester hours• GVPT 170 (3)__________________• Or other first behavioral/social science GER course.• BIOL 101 and BIOL 102 (4)__________________• Or other biological/physical science GER coursewith related lab.• ENGL 291 (3)__________________• Or other writing GER course.• IFSM 201 (3)__________________• Required first computing GER course.• PHIL 140 or foreign language course (3)__________________• Or other first arts/humanities GER course.Foundation Courses (24 s.h.)Take within first 60 semester hours• STAT 200 or other statistics course (3)__________________• If required for major.• PSYC 100 or SOCY 100 (3)__________________• Or other second social science GER course (disciplinemust differ from first).• First course for major (3)__________________• Check requirements for major.• NSCI 100 or ASTR 100 (3)__________________• Or other 3-credit science GER course.• HIST 142 or HIST 157 (3)__________________• Or other second arts/humanities course (disciplinemust differ from first) and historical perspective course.• Second computing course (3)__________________• Check requirements of individual major.• SPCH 100, COMM 380, or ENGL 281 (3)__________________• Or other writing or speech GER course.• IFSM 304 or BMGT 497 (3)__________________• Or other civic responsibility course.279

U M U C D E G R E E P L A N N I N G W O R K S H E E TSe q u e n c eCourseTakenDateTakenNo t e sAdditional Required Courses for Major andDegree (36–44 s.h.)Take after introductory/foundation courses.Note total credit requirement for major. At least half ofcredits for major must be upper level and half must betaken through UMUC.• ENGL 391/391X, COMM 393/393X,or COMM 394/394X (3)__________________• Upper-level intensive writing GER course.• ANTH 344, BMGT 392, or HUMN 351 (3)__________________• Or other international perspective course.• Major course requirement (3)__________________• See Catalog for requirements for specific major.• Major course requirement (3)__________________• Major course requirement (3)__________________• Major course requirement (3)__________________• Major course requirement (3)__________________• Major course requirement (3)__________________• Major course requirement (3)__________________• Major course requirement (3)__________________• Major course requirement (3)__________________• Major course requirement (3)__________________Minor or Electives (15 s.h., at least 9 s.h.must be upper level for minor)Complete in last 60 hours along withmajor courses.______________________________________________________See requirements of individual minor.__________________Additional Electives (14–22 s.h.)Complete in last 60 hours along with majorand minor courses.____________________________________Choose any courses to meet 120 s.h. for degree. Noteminimum requirements for upper-level coursework.__________________________________________________________________________________________TOTAL: 120 Semester HoursChecklist for Fulfillment of Degree Requirements (See Catalog for overview of all requirements.)❏ 30 s.h. at UMUC, including at least half the credit for the major and minorand 15 s.h. upper level credit.❏ 45 s.h. upper-level credit, including half the credit for the major and minor.❏ All required courses and minimum number of credits for major and minor.❏ Prerequisites for major and minor courses, if needed.❏ All general education requirements.❏ International perspective requirement.❏ Historical perspective requirement.❏ Civic responsibility perspective requirement.❏ C or better in all courses for the major and minor.❏ Overall GPA of at least 2.0.❏ At least half the major earned through graded coursework, includingat least one UMUC course.❏ Total 120 semester hours of credit.280

ACADEMIC CALENDARS TATESIDEDates below are tentative. Specific dates, times, and locationsand dates of holidays and semester breaks are published in theundergraduate Schedule of Classes each term. An undergraduateSchedule of Classes is available from umucinfo@umuc.edu.FALL 2005Registration begins June 2005Standard term September 6–December 20, 2005Session I September 6–October 25, 2005Session II October 26–December 20, 2005Midfall October 26, 2005–February 8, 2006O VERSEASUMUC ASIATerm I August 15–October 8, 2005Term II October 24–December 17, 2005Term III January 23–March 18, 2006Term IV April 3–May 27, 2006Term V June 5–July 29, 2006UMUC EUROPETerm I August 22–October 15, 2005Term II October 24–December 17, 2005Term III January 16–March 11, 2006Term IV March 27–May 20, 2006Term V June 5–July 29, 2006SPRING 2006Registration begins October 2005January term January 3–24, 2005Standard term January 25–May 11, 2006Session I January 25–March 14, 2006Session II March 27–May 11, 2006Midspring March 27–July 1, 2006Commencement May 12, 2006SUMMER 2006Registration begins March 2006Standard term May 30–August 20, 2006Session I May 30–July 9, 2006Session II July 10–August 20, 2006

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